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Your Go-To Stir Fry Sauce
February 21, 2021
I am so pleased with this recipe as I have stumbled and failed…
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Green Olive Tapenade for White Fish
January 12, 2021
If you enjoy olives, then you’ll love this recipe for a delicious smooth…
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Matcha Green Tea Cookies, gluten-free
December 13, 2020
I love green tea! It all started when I went to Japan for…
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Warm Winter Ginger Tonic
November 17, 2020
Warm Winter Ginger Tonic If you are needing a way to warm up…
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Portobello Mushroom stuffed with Spinach, Leek & Feta
April 21, 2020
Portobello stuffed mushrooms have been a long-time favourite appetizer when we invite friends…
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Italian Lemon Broccoli Salad
March 27, 2020
I love broccoli!! So when I can, I enjoy going into Valoroso Italian…
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Berry-Licious Overnight Oats Recipe
February 13, 2020
Made this today and I am happy to report it was delicious &…
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Vegan Chocolate Raspberry Parfaits
February 12, 2020
Ingredients For the Raspberry Cream: 2 cups fresh raspberries 3 tablespoons pure maple…
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Comfort Cabbage Rolls – a traditional recipe
December 11, 2019
Ingredients 1 head green cabbage 600 g ground beef (1.3 lbs) 1 onion,…
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Black Bean Soup – Sweet & Spicy Style
September 24, 2019
Black beans are one of my favourite foods. They provide three essential benefits:…
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FAQ

What are natural treatments for insulin resistance or metabolic syndrome?

Insulin resistance can often be helped by addressing a few key areas of health such as diet, exercise and stress reduction techniques. A diet rich in low starch vegetables, little/no refined sugar, good protein and healthy fats is important to reduce your risk factors for developing insulin resistance. A Ketogenic Diet has been found to be the most impactful for metabolic syndrome, but also for diabetics who are currently on medications.

High stress spikes cortisol, blood sugar and insulin. Stress reduction techniques like yoga (and other exercise), meditation, breathing practice, clinical therapy, acupuncture, and massage therapy can all be beneficial.

Our naturopathic doctors will work with you to help you manage your symptoms, prevent diabetes (or treat existing diabetes), and get to the source of your insulin resistance through your own individualized treatment plan. It may include:

  • Specific dietary modifications –– eliminating food intolerances; increase in fibre, vegetables, fats and protein, decrease in starches and sugars; increase omega 3 fatty acid-rich foods; education and recommendation for a ketogenic diet or intermittent fasting.
  • Vitamins, minerals, enzymes –– may include chromium, vanadium, alpha-lipoic acid, B Vitamins, and others.
  • Botanicals –– such as devils club, gymnema, momordica, and milk thistle.
  • Exercise Guidance and recommendations
  • Stress reduction techniques, tools, and resources
How do you know if you have adrenal fatigue?

Testing for Adrenal Fatigue is done via urine or saliva. In either case, samples are collected at home, four different times over the course of one day. Often, other adrenal hormones such as progesterone and DHEA may be included. Both urine and salivary tests are equally sensitive when testing cortisol levels.

Common Signs, Symptoms or Concerns Patients Present With
  • Abdominal pain
  • Abdominal Gas or Bloating
  • Acid Reflux or Heart Burn
  • Brain fog, poor memory, reduced concentration, poor focus
  • Constipation or Diarrhea
  • Excessive Burping or Flatulence
  • Food allergies or food intolerances.
  • Skin problems: acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis & other rashes or itching
  • Anxiety and Depression or other mood disorders
  • Headaches or Migraines
  • Yeast Overgrowth
  • Difficulty losing weight, despite a balanced diet and exercise
  • Lack of Appetite or Lethargy after eating
  • Environmental Allergies (grass, pollen, etc.) or Asthma
  • Hormonal Imbalances (painful heavy menses, PMS, PCOS, etc.)
  • Autoimmune Conditions: Celiac Disease, Hashimoto’s Hypothyroid, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, MS, psoriasis and others
  • Chronic Fatigue or Fibromyalgia
What are the signs and symptoms of prediabetes?

You may be unaware that you have insulin resistance issues.  Some of the signs and symptoms are similar to those of diabetes.  Others are evidence of higher than normal amounts of insulin.  Symptoms of insulin resistance may include:

  • Excess thirst
  • Frequent urination
  • Weight gain
  • Hormone imbalances (excess estrogen or testosterone)
  • PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)
  • Elevated cholesterol
  • High triglycerides
  • Elevated HbA1c or glycated hemoglobin
  • High blood pressure
  • Metabolic Syndrome
  • Fatigue or muscle weakness
  • Gestational diabetes
  • Acanthosis nigricans (darkened patches of skin on the neck, underarms, elbows, knees, knuckles)
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A fit body, a calm mind, a house full of love. These things cannot be bought – they must be earned.”
– Naval Ravikant

“Begin with little things daily and one day you will be doing things that months back you would have thought impossible.”
– Swami Satchidananda 

“There is more wisdom in your body than in your deepest philosophies.”
– Friedrich Nietzsche

“One touch of nature makes the whole world kin. ”
– William Shakespeare 

“I believe that the greatest gift you can give your family and the world is a healthy you.”
– Joyce Meyer

 “I don’t count my sit-ups; I only start counting when it starts hurting because they are the only ones that count.”
– Muhammed Ali

“When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.”  
– Paulo Coelho

“The art of healing comes from nature, not from the physician.Therefore the physician must start from nature, with an open mind” 
– Paracelsus 

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