How do you know when you are ovulating? I ask my patients this question all the time! We are often told that ovulation occurs on day 14 of the menstrual cycle. However, this is rarely the case, even for those who have a regular 28 day cycle. Let’s explore the hormonal fluctuation that occurs during ovulation and the key signs to
Five Ways to Tell When You’re Ovulating By Giulia Crema
Being in sync with your menstrual cycle by Kerry Marshall
I acknowledge that some individuals born with wombs may not identify with the word woman. But for the purpose of this blog I will use the word woman/women when discussing menstruation. The Moon Once upon a time before electricity, women’s menstrual cycles would be in sync. The light of the full moon would trigger ovulation and they would bleed together
Is Stress Harming Your Fertility and Causing PCOS symptoms?
Is stressing about your diet and exercise routine ruining your fertility and causing PCOS symptoms? Believing that PCOS is solely genetic, due to excess weight, or simply caused by cystic ovaries, that can be treated using hormone replacement is a dangerous assumption that prevents many women from getting the help they need. While weight loss in women who are overweight may
Intermittent Fasting for Clear and Abundant Qi by Travis Clarke
There is currently a lot of attention being directed towards the practice of Intermittent Fasting. Both medical/scientific investigation, and the health and longevity community are finding many positive outcomes from this lifestyle choice. A recent review article in the “New England Journal of Medicine”, titled “Effects of Intermittent Fasting on Health, Aging and Disease”1 reviews the scientific research currently available on
Summer – Understanding a TCM perspective. By Scott Stephens, Acupuncturist
Summer is on its way. The lengthening of the late afternoon sunlight and the warmth in the morning air signalling it’s approach. The days are full of the pre-Christmas hustle. The buzz of social activities and a sense of celebration gives fuel to the upbeat Yang dynamic that marks this next change of season. It’s easy at this time of year
Thyroid Disease – The Functional Approach
Thyroid disease can be incredibly confusing and frustrating, especially when you’re trying to figure out the best step-by-step action plan that will work best for you. -Should you eat Paleo, Keto, or AIP? -Is intermittent fasting a good idea? -Where do I start? -How do I know what’s best for my body and will get me the results I’m looking for?
Five Element Acupuncture. What is it? By Kerry Marshall, Licensed Acupucnturist
“Nothing on earth or within the universe is unrelated to the Five Elements and Man (Woman) is no exception.” – (Ling Shu, ancient text Han dynasty) I am a nature lover and was attracted to Five Element teachings as it sung to my tune of observing human emotions and health with the expressions of the natural world. The elements WOOD, FIRE,
The lie most, if not all of my fertility patients have been sold….
The egg timer test, as its commonly touted & even promoted by IVF clinics & Fertility specialists to my dismay is accurately named the Anti-Mullerian Hormone test or AMH. To understand this test further lets understand your ovarian function first. An ovarian follicle is a fluid-filled sac that contains an immature egg, or oocyte. During ovulation a mature egg is released
Pulse Diagnosis
Pulse Diagnosis. Did you know you have twelve (12) pulses, not just one! Well not actually 12 different pulses, but 12 positions to take the same pulse, six at each wrist. Each pulse relates to a different body Organ. You have a different pulse position for each of your body Organs eg Stomach, Heart, Liver, Kidney. There are
Goji Berries – The Sage’s Choice: Dr. Travis Clark (Traditional Chinese Medicine)
Hi Guys, Dr. Travis Clarke (TCM) here. Goji berries are one of my favourite superfood snacks. The nutritional and medicinal power of goji’s is such that they are actually classed as a “Superior Tonic Herb” in the Chinese medical tradition. According to this tradition, regular consumption of goji is said to lead to a long, vigorous, and happy life. It is revered for
Meniere’s Disease – Scott Stephens, Acupuncturist
Meniere’s disease is a disorder that affects the inner ear of an individual of approximately one in every 600 people, generally aged between 30 – 50. From a Western medical perspective Meniere’s affects the inner ear resulting in a build-up of fluid in the compartments of the inner ear, called the labyrinth. Generally, it will affect only one ear. It
A Teenage Girl’s Guide to Happy Hormones: Part 1: Nutrition and Acne – Andrea Murphy, Licensed Acupuncturist
A Teenage Girl’s Guide to Happy Hormones: From Nutrition to Periods and Everything in Between. Part 1: Nutrition and Acne The teenage years can be a tricky time for many young women. Hormonal surges can be intense as your body finds its groove, all while studying, navigating relationships and your responsibilities at home. This is an important time to