Ways to Reduce Prescription Medications There is no doubt that the last 8 months have come with a dramatic increase in stress, anxiety and other mood disorders. I have seen it in my patients, felt it myself, and seen the…
It is estimated that in any given year, 1 in 5 Canadians will experience a mental health issue or illness, and almost 50% of adults who experience anxiety and/or depression push through without seeking treatment. While stress and emotional fluctuations…
Natural Ways to Balance your Female Hormones If you missed my Community Talk and are curious about what hormones are and, more specifically, how to balance your hormones for optimal health … then this is the blog for you! Hormones…
How To Relieve Persistent Pain with Trigger Point Injections If you’re suffering from more body pain and stiffness these days, you are not alone. These days many people have increased tension and muscle dysfunction whether from poor posture with home…
Microcurrent is a clinically tested therapy and one of the hottest innovations in anti-aging treatments. It is commonly referred to as “The Natural Facelift.”
My favourite aesthetic treatment right now is the mixture of platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) and hyaluronic acid fillers. This unique combination awards you with both the regeneration from the growth factors and the stem cells in the PRF and the immediate volume from the fillers. This combination produces a longer-lasting, better result. There are different ways this is achieved depending on the areas treated and the desired outcome.
For most of us, this year has been a roller coaster of challenges and uncertainties, affecting our lives is a multitude of ways. This prolonged period of stress that we have all been feeling can adversely affect our physical, emotional and mental health. Self-care may have been placed at the bottom of priorities, but supporting our bodies and minds has never been more critical.
What happens after taking oral birth control pills? Though 'the pill' has been great in many ways and provides a form of contraception, it has also been used for reasons other than contraception. Birth control pills are often used to treat acne, to treat hormonal issues that cause irregular menstrual cycles and more. The problem is not so much in using a pill to treat these concerns and conditions, but rather that the underlying issues are not addressed.
We are in a turbulent time where there is a world of unknowns. As we send our children back to school, stress is at an all-time high. Many people report heightened anxiety, trouble sleeping, indecision, difficulty concentrating and challenges in their relationships. Ironically, at a time where we must ensure our immune systems are in check, stress is actually lowering our immunity. Stress can cause us to be more prone to colds, cases of flu or even COVID-19.
Our lips are one of the most eye-catching features on our faces. Plump lips are viewed as a symbol of sensuality, youthfulness and beauty. Lip plumping treatments are popular at any age and are used to either soften fine lines or to create a fuller look. Our lips are unique, and treatment should be unique as well. The two main treatment options are filler and botox.
