Spruce Grove Naturopathic Doctors

As of May 20, 2020, our naturopathic doctors are now able to take appointments in office for new patients. We will be practicing with many new procedures including masks, strict disinfection protocols, hand hygiene, social distancing, and pre-screening surveys for staff and patients to ensure everyone's safety. Follow-up appointments will still be done through telemedicine (phone or video conference) whenever possible. If you would like to book an appointment, please contact the front desk at 780-962-2423 and the staff will be able to assist you. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]

Due to the wide spread of COVID-19, we have had to close our clinic to all in-person appointments. Thankfully, we are able to treat our current patients via phone and video consultation. However, unfortunately we are unable to take on new patients using these telemedicine formats at this time. All potential new patients can call the clinic at 780-962-2423 and be added to a waitlist which will be scheduled when we are back in the clinic. For all current patients, staff members are still working hard at Back on Track, so continue to call the office to book follow up appointments as needed. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]
We hope you and your families remain well and to help slow the spread of this virus. We look forward to seeing you and helping you with any health concerns you may have. Stay healthy!

This is a great article about sun exposure and safe sunscreens for you and your family! Stay safe and enjoy the summer heat!

How to find a safe, natural sunscreen for your child - Naturopathic Pediatrics Is sun exposure safe? While sunlight is wonderful for obtaining Vitamin D, which has many health benefits, the sun also has the potential to cause skin …

Movement is medicine! And a great preventative medicine for arthritis..

Skeletons say arthritis isn't about aging — it's about activity A new study of old skeletons suggests that the recent increase in arthritis is about lifestyle, not aging or obesity.

Who's excited for Trick or Treating tomorrow?? And who's even more excited for a visit from the Switch Witch?!

What is the Switch Witch bringing your kids in exchange for their candy this year?

The Switch Witch (Save Your Kids From Halloween Candy Madness)! | Mama Natural The Switch Witch is a GOOD witch that visits your house while your kids sleep, takes their Halloween candy, and switches it for an awesome toy. Allergies and

It's that time of year again - everyone's immune system is getting a workout with the colds and flu's going around! Find out how you can give yourself a boost....

What flu season?? | Naturopathic Doctors in Spruce Grove The flu season brings dozens of new viruses to be exposed to our immune system every year. These viruses can spread like wild fire through schools, work, and th...

Happy Thanksgiving weekend! Here's hoping you have plenty to be thankful for and are enjoying a healthy, safe, happy holiday with your loved ones.

Have you got family members coming for a Thanksgiving dinner that have multiple food intolerances? Or are you one of our patients on a new diet plan and have been told not to eat gluten/dairy/eggs/sugar etc etc?? Check out these amazingly simple and delicious cookies. A really quick, easy (and healthy!) dessert to have on hand for the holiday weekend in case you or your loved ones aren't able to indulge in the typical Thanksgiving options!

When I made them, I sliced up squares of unsweetened baker's chocolate to stick to my refined-sugar-free diet, because cookies always need chocolate!

The World's Easiest Cookies: The Video Watch the video to learn how to make these Paleo, vegan, and gluten-free cookies.

Guiding patients through an elimination diet is one of my FAVOURITE things to do. I know that sounds crazy, but it is so empowering for people to finally pin point which food has been causing their bloating/headaches/acne/joint pain etc etc for all these years. It's a great start to many of our naturopathic treatment plans - and it's not as hard as it sounds! This does a great job of explaining the basics, but it's good to ask one of us for help designing your own individualized elimination and challenge plan. If it's not done right, you won't get much benefit out of it!

Slideshow: What’s an Elimination Diet? Ever wonder if a certain food causes your headaches or makes you tired or uncomfortable? You might try to find out with an elimination diet.

Finally, another blog post! This is one of our favourite topics to rant about - being tired because of an iron deficiency, including why there may still be an issue even if your labs are "normal". Enjoy!

Why is everyone so tired? (Part 1) | Naturopathic Doctors in Spruce Grove Many, many, many of the patients we see are tired. It's not always the main reason they see us, but we always ask our patients about their energy and it is quit...

True or False: Naturopathic Doctors' services are
covered by private health insurance. Even better - we direct bill many insurance companies. So convenient!

Making your meal plan for the week? Did you know a naturopathic doctor can make dietary recommendations tailored to you?

Are you feeling "off" and don't know why? Get a second opinion from your local naturopathic doctor.

Guess who else can read bloodwork results? That's right, your naturopathic doctor. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRoNGSWkG9o

Naturopathic Doctors can order blood tests. Medically Trained. Naturally Focused.™ Did you know that Naturopathic Doctors can order blood tests…and provide you with the results? Find a Naturopathic Doc...

Trying to find out how can you stay
healthy? Ask us! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xnvUqiRqLc

Naturopathic Doctors can help you stay healthy. Medically Trained. Naturally Focused.™ Is it time for a second opinion on your health? Naturopathic Doctors can help you stay healthy. Find a Naturopathic Do...

True or False: Naturopathic Doctors are regulated
healthcare professionals.

Did you know? A naturopathic doctor can give you a second opinion on your health?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUMhqNRFsHY

Naturopathic Doctors are medically trained. Medically Trained. Naturally Focused.™ Did you know that Naturopathic Doctors are medically trained with a natural focus? Find a Naturopathic Doctor today, v...

What’s right for others might not be right for you. We take an individualized approach to your healthcare.

True or False: Naturopathic Doctors treat
underlying causes, not just symptoms.

Choosing Naturopathic Medicine doesn’t mean
turning your back on conventional medicine. Why
not benefit from the best of both worlds?

Did you know this week is Naturopathic Medicine Week? It's time to get the facts about how we treat patients https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCXTkbrcZaw

Naturopathic Doctors treat underlying causes. Medically Trained. Naturally Focused.™ Naturopathic Doctors are trained to treat your underlying causes, not just your symptoms. Find a Naturopathic Doctor t...

Top 5 reasons you may need a detox: skin problems, fertility issues, PMS or painful periods, seasonal allergies, difficulty losing weight. Sound like you? Learn more tomorrow at Providence Chiropractic, 7pm.

Excited to be doing a talk with a colleague in Edmonton at Providence Chiropractic Clinic next Wednesday night. Curious about detox? Come check it out!

April's Health Night!!!

Important News from Providence

We love castor oil packs! Weird though it may seem, smearing a thick, sticky oil across your belly can be a great way to help treat constipation. (Yes, we also love talking about p**p! A healthy gut supports a healthy body)

Topical Use of Castor Oil   Topical Use of Castor Oil By Editor Posted May 5, 2015 In Dermatology 0 0 What Does the Science Say? Todd A. Born, ND For many centuries, folklore medicine has recommended the use of castor oil, either orally or transdermally, for a wide range of complaints. Naturopathic doctors and other pr...

Check out how beautiful even Brussels sprouts are before they end up on your plate! This almost makes me feel bad for eating all these delicious foods... almost!

This is how our favorite foods look in their natural habitats You wouldn’t even think that these plants are edible.

Happy Spring! Springtime is a great time to do a gentle "detox." "Detox" simply means helping our body eliminate the chemicals that can cause harm - things like xenoestrogens (BPA), phthalates, heavy metals, pesticides, herbicides, petroleum products and more. Many of these have been shown to increase risk of cancer, heart disease and other long-term health effects. Our kids need help getting rid of these toxins just as much as we do, if not more! Here are some great tips regarding detox for kids!

Detox for kids! - Naturopathic Pediatrics What do trampolines, lemons and red clovers have in common?  They can all help your kids get rid of chemicals in their bodies.  Pound for pound, …

Hey moms and moms-to-be! Hot topic of the week: Prenatal Vitamins. Every week the question comes up about which prenatal vitamin to take and why the cheaper options available at big box stores are less than ideal. They've got dyes, waxes, and chemicals that no one should ingest, let alone a pregnant mother! This ND in Toronto has perfectly summarized why we choose certain supplements for our patients. In our clinic we use the same high quality products she recommends so let us know if you have questions.
Please share this with women who are thinking of getting pregnant, currently pregnant, breastfeeding, or wanting a good daily multivitamin - it's crucial information to keep women healthy and grow healthy babies.

How to Choose a Prenatal Vitamin - Toronto Naturopath Women's Health Fertility Dr. Shawna Darou Choosing prenatal vitamins can be complicated. This article will show you why professional brands are far superior in both nutrient levels, and absorption.

Here is a great article discussing fevers in children. Although a high fever can be scary for parents, keep in mind that a fever signals a strong immune response to help kids fight bad bugs so it's not always in their best interest to suppress a fever with medication. The most important thing to watch is how your child is looking or feeling! However, its never normal for a newborn up to 3 months of age to have a fever so seek medical advice in these instances. And never exceed the recommended dosage of Tylenol and other fever reducing medications. Read this article to find out why Tylenol can be harmful for your child.

Don't suppress that fever! (and why I don't like Tylenol) - Naturopathic Pediatrics Annika got her first fever over Christmas. It went up to 105.8° F (on a temporal artery thermometer). I can just hear the other parents now: …