Naturopathic Doctors, Waterdown

Arming you with tools, information, and support to help make your quitting attempt a successful one. In this program, we will: Explore your reasons for smoking, Discover reasons to quit, Determine what your smoking patterns and triggers are, Create behavioural changes to break the association between smoking and your routines, Teach you positive ways to overcome stress since smoking causes stress and trying to quit smoking can also be stressful, Prepare you for withdrawal symptoms, Teach you strategies to cope with cravings, Help you regain control in case a slip happens, Provide you with tips for staying quit once you have accomplished your goal of quitting

Visit our clinic to learn about the Travel Assistance Program. Be sure to pick up your emergency travel kit containing natural remedies and information sheets designed to assist you with the following common travel ailments: Motion sickness – including nausea and dizziness, Digestive problems – including diarrhea, bloating and gas, nausea and vomiting, Insect bites and stings Cough and sore throat, Muscle soreness and tightness, Jet lags

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The Healthy Immunity program is designed to modulate the immune system. This means that it strengthens the immune system for those individuals susceptible to frequent infections and for those suffering from inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. The program will help to down-regulate the immune system to reduce overall inflammation in the body. The focus is on prevention of illness, to provide symptomatic relief, to teach patients self-care strategies, and also to reduce overall susceptibility to illness. Are you suffering from: Frequent Respiratory Tract Infections (ie. Colds and flu? Strep throat? Rhinitis / Runny nose? Sinusitis/sinus or facial pain? Nasal congestion? Bronchitis? Pneumonia?) Recurring ear infections? Recurring Yeast infections? Recurring Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)? Inflammatory or Autoimmune conditions (such as Rheumatoid arthritis? Grave’s Disease? Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis? IBD (Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s Disease)? Lupus? Digestive problems (such as Celiac Disease? IBD? IBS? Food intolerances?)

Effectively manage depression, anxiety, excessive worries or negative thinking to feel better and live a healthier life. Feeling down or not as joyful as you once were? Trying to enjoy life but find yourself often worried or thinking negatively about future events? Finding life too stressful or overwhelming and having a difficult time staying in a good mood? The brain is one of the most vital organs in the body and is responsible for our mood, memory, and personality. The mind is also extremely responsive to changes we make in our thoughts, diet, lifestyle, and behavior. The modern day for many people is busy and we often don’t slow down to take care of ourselves. The goal of the Healthy Mind Program at NHC This program provides strategies to feel better now and manage future stressors so that you can live happier. The healthy mind program focuses on mood balance in order to effectively manage depression, anxiety, excessive worries or negative thinking to feel better and live a healthier life.

Most cardiovascular diseases can be prevented by addressing the risk factors, some of which includes physical inactivity, unhealthy diet, being overweight or obese, tobacco use, elevated blood pressure, poor stress management, diabetes, and high cholesterol. Lifestyle changes with a focus on specific heart-healthy foods along with an exercise program strengthen the heart and improve the overall function of the cardiovascular system. This individualized program considers your lifestyle, mental/emotional stress factors, diet, and activity level. Our practitioners will create a treatment plan that is manageable and best suited for your condition to prevent and/or treat any cardiovascular condition. Overview of the Cardiovascular System The cardiovascular system has three main components: the heart, the blood vessels, and the blood itself. The heart serves the action of the system’s pump and the blood vessels are the delivery routes. Blood is the fluid which gets pumped throughout the body providing oxygen and other nutrients to vital tissues and also aids in the removal of wastes. Therefore, the main function of the cardiovascular system is the maintenance of blood flow to all parts of the body to ensure survival. Risk Factors for Cardiovascular Disease The following behavioral risk factors contribute to approximately 80% of coronary heart disease and cerebrovascular disease (1). 1. Unhealthy diet 2. Physical inactivity 3. Tobacco use and alcohol consumption Unhealthy diet and physical inactivity can elevate blood pressure, blood glucose, lipid levels, and also increases weight. These measurable risk factors are known as “intermediate risk factors” indicating an increased risk of developing heart failure, stroke, heart attack and other comorbidities (1).