April is Autism Awareness Month and with that, I thought it would be informative to explain the approach I take when assessing and treating Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Autism in the western world has seen dramatic increases over the past decades. In the early 1990s the estimated rate of ASD was 1 in 2500, compared to the last census in 2016 which estimated the rate at 1 in 54, according to the CDC in the United States. Recent estimates have it at 1 in 30! Common Symptoms of Autism (ASD) While the symptoms of ASD can be extremely varied and complex, there are some common themes that often p ..read more

February is Heart Month Heart health is something that should be on everyone’s radar. How do you know if you’re at increased risk of heart disease? Take a read through these factors to determine if you should have a conversation with your healthcare team about preventative health measures for heart health.⁠ Exercise – do you get less than 150 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise per week?⁠  Abdominal weight – do you carry excess weight specifically around your abdomen (“apple shaped”)? ⁠ Smoking history – Do you currently smoke cigarettes, or have in the past? After 5-10 ye ..read more

5 Signs You May Have Low Thyroid Function Hypothyroidism is a common condition that can make it challenging to live your life to the fullest. Check out these signs and symptoms below to see if your thyroid health needs a check up!   You’re tired Fatigue is one of the primary symptoms of hypothyroidism. This is because our thyroid is like our body’s internal thermostat – it responds to other cues from our body and environment and decides when energy needs to be conserved or when it can be expended.   You’re experiencing hair loss Hair loss from your head or the outer third of your eye ..read more

Announcing… We’ve got exciting news! 2021 is about to get off to an epic start with the launch of Restore Your Health Workshops. This Naturopathic Doctor-facilitated health education program is designed to help you uplevel your hormones, mood, metabolism, and mindset.  Please watch Dr. Julie Durnan ND’s video announcement HERE. Have you ever wanted your ND to just sit down and explain everything to you? Like start from the beginning, and really let you in on everything you need to know to feel your best – and stay that way? Cue Restore Your Health Workshops! This workshop’s difference: Th ..read more

Immune system function is something that is on everyone’s mind this year. With the cooler weather, more time inside and waning sunlight, your immune system needs some extra support to keep you at your best. These tried and true strategies include essential nutrients for immune system function, herbs that can aid your body’s natural defenses, and foundational lifestyle habits that are unconditionally important to keeping you well.     Vitamin C   Found in citrus fruits as well as many veggies, vitamin C is a favourite in the winter months. Studies show that regular supplementatio ..read more

Click these links to download two amazing Thanksgiving Recipes suggested by Wendy Wells, our Hollistic Nutritionist. Roasted Sweet Potato Brussel Sprout Salad Pumpkin Pie Tarts with Coconut Whipped Cream Enjoy these with loved ones this weekend! The post Vegetarian Thanksgiving Dish Inspiration appeared first on Restoration Health Clinic ..read more

Air pollution is something we’ve all heard and read about, mostly affecting the cities of industrial centres like in India or Beijing. For those of us living in Canada and Vancouver specifically, it may not be something we pay attention to often or take into consideration when we think about our overall quality of life. Recently however, forest fires and industrial developments have been playing a major role in how they contribute to the air quality around us. According to the WHO, “An estimated 4.2 million premature deaths globally are linked to ambient air pollution, mainly from heart diseas ..read more

A recent article from The Lancet, one of the world’s leading medical review journals, highlighted 12 major risk factors for developing dementia. They noted that minimizing these risks could prevent or delay up to 40% of the cases worldwide and that prevention and wellbeing was the goal of dementia care. As NDs, we try and promote preventative medicine every day in our practice. Our goal is to treat the whole person and help them feel their best mentally, physically, and emotionally. Although not all genetic and lifestyle factors can be changed, many of these risk factors can be identified and ..read more

As the beginning of a new school year quickly approaches, most households have the usual stress and anxiety of stocking up on supplies and ensuring everyone and everything is in order. This year, however, most are faced with a lot of uncertainty as to what the school year will look like and what exactly it will bring. 2020 has definitely brought a whole new level of stress into the household. Many parents are still working from home, some are going back to work and some are without work altogether. Many are unsure about the health and safety of their children and are trying to find ways to kee ..read more

We have missed you!  We are ready to re-open.    We are re-opening our doors to patients for all in-person services including naturopathic consults, intravenous (IV) nutrient therapy, and acupuncture on Monday June 1st, 2020. And you are now able to book these appointments! To easily book your naturopathic consultation, please book online here. For services such as IV therapy, B12 injections, Vitamin D Injections, or Metabolism Support Injections, please call our Patient Care Coordinators at 604-990-6963 and they will happily book you in. All acupuncture treatments wit ..read more