Digestive Naturopathy 

As a kid I was constantly getting sick. Sinus infections, strep throat – middle ear infections were the bane of my existence! I was put on antibiotics at least twice a year for several years. Was it any coincidence I was constipated, constantly? I didn’t even know a Naturopathic Doctor existed!

I wish someone had told me the things I know now about how gut health plays a pivotal role in many aspects of health. How antibiotics given over and over again were certainly not the solution and were likely contributing to the problem. Or how certain foods may promote a healthy gut for some, but not for all (milk, I’m looking at you). Yes, diet matters. Don’t let anyone tell you differently! And so does exercise, stress management and cultivating healthy relationships with yourself and others around you.

For me it all changed when I started eating healthier and exercising properly. Yeah, a few herbs and supplements helped along the way too! I started chewing my food more thoroughly, I began normalizing my stomach acid so that I could actually digest my food. I started using tools like mindfulness to develop a better sense of both my digestive and mental health – because we now know the two are one and the same!

Maybe you’re here because of your complex health concerns. Maybe you’ve been labelled with IBS (read more about this common scenario here) and you’d like the help of a Naturopathic Doctor to help you figure it all out. Whatever the reason, you’ve come to the right place!

Teaming Up With A Naturopathic Doctor

I’m a strong believer in educating others – the little dollar store white board in my office would agree! Because it’s so important that you not only get better, but also that you learn how to take control of your health – it starts with education. And not just education, but the proper education, using the newest available evidence. Because let’s face it, knowing what diet to follow, what supplements to take and what amount and type of exercise to do can be so confusing!

I became a Naturopathic Doctor because I believe in the power of integrative medicine – that is the blend of conventional medicine and naturopathy. Someday I hope the two will be one and the same! I believe the most encouraging aspect of our medicine is that the patient has the power. The power to influence their treatment, the power to take control of their health and the power to positively influence others!

If you’d like more power in your health then book an appointment here to get started! You can find me at Natural Choice Medical Clinic in Guelph