Naturopathic Medicine

Acupuncture is one of the most commonly used forms for Chinese Medicine that consists of the gentle insertion of hair-thin, disposable sterile needles at strategic body points. It is used to treat various health conditions, stimulate the body's healing response, and promote physical and emotional well-being. It has been shown to be effective for chronic pain management, fertility issues, treating addictions, stress conditions, emotional imbalances, insomnia and to increase energy.

IV Therapy & Nutrient Injections deliver vitamins, minerals, and amino acids directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system. It is recommended for individuals with compromised digestion and absorption, and is directly administered to the bloodstream, allowing for the highest level of nutrient absorptions (near or at 100%). 

B12 and Folic Acid Injections

Common nutrient deficiencies of B12 and folic acid are often found in vegetarians and vegans who are not supplementing properly, the elderly and those with digestive disorders such as Crohn's & Colitis patients.  B12 is especially important for the function of our nervous system and energy levels. This therapy is a single intramuscular injection of a solution rich in B12 and folic acid aimed at reestablishing proper functioning levels. 

Intravenous Vitamin and Minerals

Intravenous administration is an effective way to administer minerals, vitamins and antioxidants. Oral vitamin-minerals may not work for certain people due to the limitation of intestinal absorption and cellular transport systems. Through the use of intravenous medicine absorption can be increased dramatically and act as a supportive therapy for increasing energy, alleviating symptoms of chronic fatigue & fibromyalgia, anti-aging and speeding up recovery from illness. IV therapies are often used as a supportive medicine during chemotherapy and radiation treatments.

Meyer's Cocktail

Myer’s cocktails are a specific blend of B complex, B5, B6, B12, vitamin C, calcium and magnesium and minerals. This IV treatment often provides patients with more energy, a kick start to the metabolism, increases stamina and performance in athletic pursuits. Older patients and chronically ill patients with nutritional deficiencies and compromised intestinal absorption often find great benefit from this therapy.

High Dose IV Vitamin C:

High Dose Vitamin C (15-65g of Vitamin C per infusion) can be used for chronic fatigue, chronic viral infections and to support patients who are undergoing chemo or radiation therapy. It has been shown to reduce side effects from such treatments and improve quality of life for those suffering.  G6PD testing must be done for these patients to ensure Vitamin C can be given in high doses.

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NDs can order a variety of laboratory testing from multiple labs to help guide treatment. 

• Conventional blood work – Lifelabs
• Food allergy testing – IgG-Lifelabs
• Candida/yeast - Lifelabs
• Salivary & DUTCH Hormone Testing
• Comprehensive digestive & stool analysis. GI 360 testing.
• Functional Thyroid Hormone Panel
• Comprehensive parasitology
• Heavy metal screening – hair mineral analysis and urinary heavy metals
• Adrenal & Stress hormone profile​

We offer a variety of extensive lab testing from the following Laboratories:

Rocky Mountain Analytical: http://rmalab.com/

LifeLabs: http://www.lifelabs.com/

In-Common Laboratories: http://www.hicl.on.ca/

DUTCH Advanced Hormone Testing: https://dutchtest.com/

Hormone imbalance can lead to symptoms such as mood swings, lowered sex drive, hot flashes and chronic health problems. Saliva hormone testing may reveal these imbalances. While blood testing measures the amount of hormone that may reach the tissue and have an action, saliva hormone testing measures the amount of hormone that actually gets to the tissue because hormones must pass the tissue of the salivary glands to enter the saliva.