Naturopathic Support for Breast Cancer: A Whole-Person Approach to Oncology Care A breast cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming. There are decisions to make, information to process and emotions to navigate, often all at once. While conventional oncology focuses on treating the cancer itself, many women are left wondering: What
Iron Infusions and Iron Deficiency: A Functional Medicine Approach Iron deficiency is one common nutrient deficiency we see in our clinical practice, and many patients ask whether iron infusions may help restore their energy and health. Many patients come to Neighborhood Naturopathic feeling exhausted, lightheaded, short of breath, or
Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Naturopathic Approach to Treatment Every person on the autism spectrum is unique. That's why understanding what's happening inside the body, rather than just managing external symptoms, is key to supporting overall health and development. At Neighborhood Naturopathic, we use organic acid testing (OAT) as part of
PCOS: A Naturopathic Approach A frequently occurring and frequently overlooked hormonal condition affecting women today is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Often, conventional medicine relies on birth control pills, Metformin, or acne medications as first-line treatments for PCOS; however, these options act more like a band-aid than a true solution. They
SIBO vs H. pylori: What You Need to Know Digestive Symptoms Can Be Misleading Digestive symptoms can be ambiguous - bloating, reflux, abdominal pain or changes in bowel habits often look the same on the surface, but the underlying cause can be very different. Two conditions we see often at
"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of care." This is a saying I live by in my practice - it's why I do what I do. As a naturopathic doctor, I am especially passionate about women's health and hormones. I have to be. I see every day how
Hormonal Health: Fact or Fiction? The Silent Struggle of Hormonal Imbalance Something that women don't talk enough about is their hormone health. Instead, they suffer silently and go the way of their sisters, aunts and mothers. The truth is the years between 35-50, when perimenopause and menopause naturally occur, is
Iron Infusion Treatment for Iron Deficiency Why Iron Is Vital for Your Health Iron, a vital mineral, plays a crucial role in various bodily functions, including oxygen transport, energy production, and immune system health. Iron deficiency, a common health concern - especially among women - can lead to symptoms that
Gut Health and Neurodiversity There is no need to view Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) diagnoses as a lifestyle limitation but instead as a unique expression of neurodiversity. Understanding Neurodiversity and Gut Health All too often, these diagnoses come to families with an abundance
Understanding Magnesium Magnesium is crucial to a healthy functioning body, and yet we rarely hear about its deficiency in relation to major health issues. From “protein synthesis, muscle and nerve function, blood glucose control, and blood pressure regulation” (NIH, 2022), simply put, magnesium helps our bodies work better. Yet, despite
