By now, I am sure you or someone you know has gotten Botox injections (don't worry, we won't tell!). Many people use the term "Botox" to refer to the procedure itself; however, Botox is actually a brand name of a product that is used to treat expression lines and wrinkles. [...]
You may hear “Botox” and automatically think of a beauty treatment that will drain your bank account. While it is true that cosmetic injectables like Botox and Dysport aren’t necessarily cheap, they may be more affordable than you think. Some important factors can influence how much you end up spending [...]
Living with anxiety can be debilitating. For some people, it's a constant underlying worry, and for others, it can cause full-blown panic attacks. Anxiety can make you feel isolated and prevent you from doing the things you want to, like hanging out with friends, attending social events, or even routine [...]
You may have seen Kim Kardashian on her social media with a face covered in blood - no she hasn’t finally lost it - she had a vampire facial! The vampire facial is a popular anti-aging technique among celebrities. A Vampire Facial is actually called micro-needling facial with PRP, or [...]
For a long time, acne has been blamed on p. acnes - a bacteria that lives on the skin. Millions of teens and adults have been prescribed antibiotics to kill off the purposed acne perpetrator. The truth is, acne is not simply a bacterial infection - it is a complex [...]
It is no secret that people are fed up with the healthcare system in America. The medical system is great for emergencies like a broken bone or a heart attack. However, where it does not shine is in chronic illnesses such as anxiety, diabetes, chronic stress, and complex hormone imbalances. [...]
A common question that occurs among individuals who have not received care from a Naturopathic Doctor is “are Naturopathic Doctors real doctors?”. The answer to this question is yes; however, I have the impulse to clarify what this question is really asking. Are you asking if [...]
Exposed: The depression truth about 'The Pill' As a Naturopathic Doctor, who commonly treats mental health concerns, I am always looking for the underlying cause of depressive and anxiety symptoms and looking for obstacles which prevent symptom resolution. One of my first questions to women who [...]
Diet is one of the most important foundations of health. I believe in the concept of adding to the diet and filling your diet with health-promoting foods. One aspect of dietary changes which can be easily incorporated yet is often overlooked, are culinary spices. Culinary spices do not only provide [...]
Your thyroid is an essential part of the delicate hormonal balance that regulates your health and happiness. This small, butterfly-shaped gland that sits in the front of your neck is responsible for producing the hormones T3 and T4, which regulate a wide range of body functions — from your metabolism [...]
