Tag: blood sugar

It’s Time for A Spring Cleanse!

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Would you like to reduce allergy symptoms, fit into your summer clothes, improve your energy and sleep? It could be time for a spring cleanse! I have put together a package which includes a 30 minute office visit, an anti-inflammatory, blood-sugar balancing and cleansing diet along with a custom-blended liver cleansing tea from Shining Mountain Herbs. In the visit I will review my diet, supplement and exercise recommendations for the two week cleanse, which will be modified to suit your needs.

Call my office if you have questions or to schedule an appointment to get started!

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a common  hormonal disorder in women of reproductive age.  As the name indicates, multiple ovarian cysts are often present, along with other symptoms which can include acne, abnormal hair growth, weight gain, irregular menses and infertility.  These women may also be at increased risk for Type II Diabetes.
The standard medical treatments for this condition include birth control pills and a diabetes medication called Metformin.
Naturopathic medicine addresses this condition very effectively with a combination of specific dietary changes to improve blood sugar control and insulin sensitivity, herbs and nutrients to normalize ovarian function and blood sugar balance and an exercise program to acheive weight loss if needed.  I have seen dramatic improvements in women’s health with these changes and most women are able to go on to acheive a pregnancy if desired.