What Is Integrative Health Care?
Below, a couple of our naturopathic doctors discuss integrative health care. Even if we treat the root causes Naturopathically, there are a lot of physical causes as well to address through body work such as as massage, osteopathy, chiropractic, and acupuncture as well.
Read MoreEndometriosis: Not Just A Hormone Condition
by Dr. Alessia Milano, Naturopathic Doctor For many women with endometriosis, they’re told their problem is hormonal. Many believe the cause of endometriosis is too much estrogen and not enough progesterone. Although hormones are involved, it’s unlikely they’re the only cause (or main cause) of endometriosis. Unfortunately, this misunderstanding of endometriosis has consequences, as most…
Read MoreComing Off the Pill with Acne Prone Skin
by Dr. Alessia Milano, Naturopathic Doctor For a staggering 14% of women using birth control, the primary reason for going on the pill is to control severe, cystic acne. Sadly however, many of us reach a point when it’s time to let go of the pill and face the reality of our acne returning. So…
Read MoreIs It Really PCOS?
by Dr. Alessia Milano, Naturopathic Doctor Polycystic ovarian syndrome, better known as PCOS, affects 5-10% of women of reproductive age. Having PCOS myself, I absolutely love treating PCOS. It responds SO well to natural treatments and women see big improvements with a few lifestyle changes. However, there’s a big problem plaguing the PCOS community: PCOS…
Read MoreWhen Period Pain Is Not Normal
by Dr. Alessia Milano, Naturopathic Doctor Let’s face it, most of us ladies have experienced period pain at some point in our lives. In fact, when we bring this issue to the attention of health care providers, we’re often told that it’s normal. It can be frustrating and discouraging to hear what you’re experiencing is…
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