September 10, 2020 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition
What to Know About Progesterone
Progesterone is an important hormone for many reasons!
Naturopathic Medicine
April 14, 2020 In Naturopathic Medicine
Is it a cold, flu, COVID-19 or Allergies?
How can you tell if you have covid or allergies?
February 5, 2020 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition
Stay Warm and Well: Immune Support to Prevent Viral Infections
Immune Support to Prevent Viral Infections
October 17, 2019 In Naturopathic Medicine, Uncategorized
Acne: 5 Possible Causes
Society often sees acne as a frivolous health concern, I believe the opposite. I am a strong believer of life being all about balance and most health conditions stem from internal imbalances. Skin is the largest organ in the body and acne is the body’s
October 12, 2018 In Naturopathic Medicine
Travelling Tummy Troubles – Solved
Sometimes it’s a bacteria or other micro-organism that we’ve consumed that has sent us running to the bathroom. A great way to prevent this unpleasant situation is to ensure we have a strong line of defence built up in the digestive tract to take care
June 12, 2018 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine, Uncategorized
Lyme Disease is on the Rise Across the Country
Lyme disease is a bacterial borreilosis infection transmitted to a human through the bite of an infected blacklegged tick. The tick picks up the bacteria from feeding on small animals and birds. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) reported 144 cases of Lyme disease in
October 24, 2017 In Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition
Coffee Break
I’m fortunate that I very rarely have headaches, but yesterday I had a doozy. I don’t know if it was the intense heat or all the humidity we’ve been having, but my head was pounding all day. By late afternoon I was desperate for relief and
January 31, 2017 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Osteopathy, Registered Massage Therapy
Feeling Blue?
The shorter and dreary days along with the colder weather of winter and lack of sunlight can make anyone feel down. Keeping yourself cooped up during winter can also leave you feeling melancholy, irritable, or tired. For quite a few of us, its tough
August 25, 2016 In Naturopathic Medicine, Recipes
Toasted Pumpkin Seeds – low carb and nutrient dense
It can be hard to find a nutrient dense snack that will keep you feeling energized and satisfied without overloading you on carbohydrates. Typically when we reach for a snack it’s a granola bar, cookie, crackers, muffin, or maybe an apple. All of which are carbs,
August 21, 2016 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
Let’s Talk About B12
B12 Shots available in Oakville
June 16, 2015 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
How I treated my Lyme Disease
Lyme disease from ticks is becoming a very prevalent issue in Canada. I have seen more and more cases coming my way in the recent years. The challenge is that it is very hard to detect in regular blood testing and can go undiagnosed for
May 26, 2015 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition
Heavy Metals will Age Cells Prematurely…
Metals are something that I see in blood more and more. Some heavy metals, in trace amounts, are beneficial to the body; these include iron, zinc, copper and manganese. Other heavy metals can be poisonous or toxic to the human body; these include arsenic, lead,
January 24, 2015 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
Heal Faster with Live Blood Analysis & Naturopathic Medicine
Heal Faster Balance Point Health Center would like to offer new patients a special introductory price for combined Live Blood Microscopy/ Naturopathic Medicine! Call us at 289-291-0254 for more details but in a nutshell, here it is! Revive Your Health Program: 1 Hour Live Blood Microscopy Visit “Seeing how your
November 29, 2014 In Naturopathic Medicine
Let the “Joy of the Mountain” support you through the winter months
We all know it’s the dreaded cold and flu season. Have you already had your first illness with winter? Surrounded by sneezing co-workers and coughing family members? Being sick can really put a damper on all the winter time fun. I’d like to share with you
September 26, 2014 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
Stressed?
Drag yourself out of bed, dress, feed the kids, drop off kids, dash to work, meet the demands of the day, dash home, throw dinner together (literally), drop kids at hockey, back home, kids to bed, collapse. Is this the rhythm of your days? Intense with multiple
September 25, 2014 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
Signs that you need a detox
We are all exposed to toxins daily. Things like - pesticides, industrial wastes, synthetic medicine, food additives, car exhaust and cigarette smoke and all of these are chemicals that are foreign to our bodies. They end up accumulating inside because our body does not know
July 25, 2014 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
Doable Daily Digestive Support
Good digestion is one of the most important aspects to our health. Since food is the only substance our body has to make and repair all cells, tissues and organs, it is vital that we not only eat good nutritious food, but that we digest
May 23, 2014 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
5 Must-Have Blood Tests – Know your numbers!
article by Dr. Jane Goehner, Naturopath, Oakville 5 Must-Have Blood Tests – Know your numbers! The following simple blood tests are valuable tools to assess your nutrition, metabolism and risk for chronic disease. They are an important part of preventative medicine should be included as a
March 30, 2014 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
The Power of Your Food
This month I’d like to share with you a case about the power of your food. I love working with people on the topic of nutrition and assessing what they’re eating, but more importantly discussing what things can be added in to support them and move their
March 2, 2014 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition
Are low iron stores getting you down?
Jane Goehner, Naturopath, Oakville After a good nights sleep, you awake un-refreshed and notice dark circles under your eyes. It is difficult to focus while you are at work and you find yourself short of breath and dizzy after running up a flight of stairs. Recently
January 23, 2014 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition
Eating Your Way Through a Healthy Fall/Winter
As the seasons change and the temperature drops many of us begin to think about the dreaded colds and flus that accompany this time of year. It seems like we’re always on a mission to defend ourselves from the germs that everyone around us is
December 10, 2013 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
No More Topsy-turvy Turkey Tummy This Holiday Season
Turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes made into magical sugar covereddishes, decorative cookies, pies, and tarts. Let’s be honest here, it would just be rude to not try out all the tantalizing dishes people have taken time to lovingly prepare. How to make it through the holiday with a healthy
August 20, 2013 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition
The Power of Probiotics
Probiotics. We’ve been inundated by this word through television ads for yogurt products. What exactly are probiotics? Are they simply a new healthy nutrient found only in yogurt? Not at all. The word probiotic is derived from the Greek meaning “for life”. Probiotics are the healthy
May 14, 2013 In Naturopathic Medicine
Gluten-free Casein-free (GFCF) Diet – Will it work for you?
Many digestive, neurological and inflammatory conditions respond well to a gluten and casein free diet, but how do you know if you or your loved one might benefit from avoiding these foods? Is it worth the effort? We are pleased to offer an innovative, non-invasive
April 16, 2013 In Naturopathic Medicine
Is the food you are eating impacting your personal best?
Do you ever find yourself feeling low on energy or worn out before your work out is done? Have you noticed that you just don’t seem to be “bouncing back” quite the same any more after a long run? Everyday we are continually being exposed to
March 26, 2013 In Naturopathic Medicine
Aaaaachooo, sniffle, sniffle, bloooowwww (sound like you?)
by Jennifer Kaster, ND Is this what spring sounds like for you? As the season of spring begins, the extra hours of sunshine and warm weather are beckoning us to come out doors. Unfortunately, for many, the sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes keep us locked up
January 29, 2013 In Naturopathic Medicine
Food sensitivities – the missing link to feeling great?!
“I don’t have food sensitivities. My digestion is fine. I never get a stomach ache.” Being a nutrition focused practitioner I hear this a lot when chatting with people about what they eat. You may find it surprising to know that food sensitivities can present themselves
January 22, 2013 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
Food and Allergy Testing Oakville
November 9, 2012 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
Eating your way into a healthy winter – Oakville Naturopath
As the season changes and the temperature starts to drop, many of us begin to think about the dreaded colds and flus that accompany this time of year. It seems like we’re always on a mission to defend ourselves from the germs that everyone around
August 14, 2012 In Naturopathic Medicine
Safety First!…the natural way
Summer is a busy time of year with lots of outdoor activities to take part in. Family time spent in the great outdoors is wonderful, but sometimes we find minor accidents interrupting our fun in the sun. I was reminded of the importance and helpfulness
April 15, 2012 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
Thermography Clinic at Balance Point Health Centre
As a multi-disciplinary clinic we continue to strive to provide our patients with the best well rounded health care possible and we are happy to offer a new health service to you! Breast thermography is an imaging procedure used to determine risk of developing breast cancer.
February 6, 2012 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
Is my diet pop really that bad for me? Oakville Naturopath
Yes it is
December 2, 2011 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
Nuts for Clean Laundry?!
If you’re like me and you have extra sensitive skin you already know how hard it is to find a good laundry detergent that doesn’t leave you feeling irritated for hours on end. I often find myself questioning the use of chemically loaded detergents found in
September 26, 2011 In Naturopathic Medicine
Stressed? It’s not YOU, it’s your adrenals!
The fall can be a challenging time of year as new school routines are implemented and the daily flow is shifted from the relaxed summer time pace. At times you may feel somewhat overwhelmed and worn out by the excess demands of your professional and personal
July 13, 2011 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
Electrodermal Screening Now available
Electrodermal Screening is Available in our Office with Dr. Jennifer Kaster N.D.!! Q: What is Electrodermal Screening? A: Electordermal Screening (EDS) is a tool which allows Dr. Jennifer, ND to evaluate the body from a different perspective. It is not an instrument used to diagnose disease. It
May 25, 2011 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
The Skin We’re In – Eczema
Does the thought of summer not excite you as much as it should due to your sensitive skin? Or does the dryness of winter cause your skin to become so dry that it is scaly and sore? What is Eczema? Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis,
May 2, 2011 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
What is a Detox and Why Should I Do One?
In nature, spring is a season of rebirth and rejuvenation. It’s a fresh start on the cycle of life. Our bodies follow the same rhythm as nature and therefore need a time for rebirth and rejuvenation of their own. We spend time spring cleaning our
April 20, 2011 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
Liver Detoxification Made Simple
Get to know your liver: the liver is the largest gland and one of the most important organs in your body; the weight of an average human liver is 3 lbs! it is located in right upper quadrant of the abdomen, under your ribcage What does your liver
February 18, 2011 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition
Sugar Isn’t So Sweet for Your Body!
We all want to eat healthier these days, but at the same time it feels like we are getting busier an busier with very little time to think about meal preparation. The food manufacturers recognize this challenge and are coming out with many quick and
February 15, 2011 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
Fighting the Mucus Monster
Winter is a great season for many things – skating, tobogganing, snow ball fights, but for most of us it can also be a season of sickness, during which our body transforms into a mucous producing factory. Do you ever wonder where all this mucous is
November 30, 2010 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
Clear Congestion with Wet Socks
When it come to viral infections and feeling unwell, there are many natural techniques you can do to support your body in healing itself. The 'Wet Socks' technique works to improve circulation and lymphatic drainage by encouraging blood flow to the feet and extremities, as the
November 22, 2010 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine
Improve Athletic Performance through Nutrition
Increased activity levels, sweating, and tissue wear and tear require special support so it is important to spend a little time and energy fine tuning your eating program along with your flexibility and strength training programs. However, many athletes rely on commercial drinks and bars
November 12, 2010 In Healthy Living, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition
8 Tips toSupport Immune Function Naturally
True prevention is not waiting for bad things to happen, it's preventing things from happening in the first place. When we get sick, we tend to shift into ‘fix-it’ mode so we can alleviate our symptoms as quickly as possible. But what if we spent more