Have you felt confused while you look up symptoms online to address an aching stomach and rashes? You’re likely to find a sizable list of diseases and infections as possible causes, including Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) and Candida overgrowth. Both SIBO and Candida typically lead to stomach pain, bloating, and in some cases, diarrhea and constipation. IBS and leaky gut syndrome have also been linked to these infections, which may cause bowel irregularities as well as additional discomfort. This begs the question: Despite all the overlap ..read more

Eczema or Dermatitis is actually the name for a group of diseases that cause the inflammation of the skin. When people discuss eczema, they generally refer to the most common form, atopic dermatitis, which is hereditary and affects 17% of Canadians at some point in their lives. Usually developing in children under 5 or in their infancy, Atopic Dermatitis is characterized by itching, redness, and bumpiness of the skin, usually behind the knees, the inside of the elbows, and on the face, neck, and hands.  While the causes of eczema aren’t fully known, there is scientific evid ..read more

Over 10% of the population is estimated to suffer from gallstone disease at some time. True to their name, gallstones are hard, stone-like deposits that form inside the gallbladder. They can cause pain and digestive problems, leading to a decrease in a patient’s life quality. Non-surgical treatment for gallstones or a naturopathic approach can be more suited when the disease is diagnosed early on and patients don’t present major symptoms. In this article, we will discuss the causes and symptoms of this disease, and explore the possible treatments which may allow a patient to live wit ..read more

Hair loss is something a lot of people struggle with and it’s caused by a multitude of factors. Some of the most common are hereditary factors, aging, medication, hormone changes, and diseases like Alopecia areata. One of the less obvious factors involved in hair thinning is the disruption of the digestive process. Your body needs certain molecules in order to grow hair. So, hair loss can be one of the consequences of any serious digestive problem. Afflictions like Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) or Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) can impede digestion. This means that your body might no ..read more

Please note we do not provide intravenous glutathione or glutathione injections at Annex Naturopathic Clinic, but we do offer nebulized (inhaled) glutathione treatments. Glutathione is an essential molecule produced by your body. It acts as a powerful antioxidant and it’s involved in different bodily functions like the immune system and tissue repair. But what are the actual benefits of glutathione? This compound has been the subject of intense study in the scientific community. We’ll take a deep dive to find out what exactly is glutathione, and what its true, proven benefits actually are ..read more

Although estrogen dominance is not a disease in itself, its effects on the body are considered a very serious health concern. A healthy organism will maintain a balance in all things, especially its hormone levels. Estrogen dominance occurs when the body produces more estrogen than other sex hormones. This can lead to various problems ranging from weight gain and fatigue to breast cancer and infertility. This type of hormonal imbalance can affect both women and men, and it’s important to be aware of its causes, symptoms, and treatment options. Choosing an estrogen dominance diet ..read more