Nutritional Support
Diet and lifestyle are key components to overall health and vitality. Modern societal practices often lead to nutritional deficiencies in our food and thus in our bodies. At times nutritional supplements and dietary recommendations can be utilized to enhance health outcomes.
Botanical Medicine
Herbal formulas are safe, plant-based natural medicines that are formulated to each individuals needs. They can address all systems of the body and promote overall balance.
Homeopathy
Homeopathy is a natural form of medicine that stimulates your body’s innate ability to heal. Homeopathic remedies are made from naturally occurring substances such as plants and minerals. During the preparation process, the original substance is made into a solution, which is then diluted multiple times to make the remedies potent. Each of the hundreds of different homeopathic remedies have their own characteristics, which are then matched to the symptoms a patient is experiencing. The remedy then helps our body to recognize and then correct the imbalances that are creating the symptoms.
Bio Identical Hormones (BHRT)
Menopausal symptoms can significantly decrease the quality of life for many women. Often times the hormonal imbalances that can cause these symptoms can be corrected naturally with herbs, acupuncture, diet and lifestyle, etc. When necessary, bio identical hormones can be used. I generally prescribe creams and taper to an individuals needs to minimize the risks that may be associated with hormone use. In addition to balancing our bodies and alleviating symptoms of menopause and peri-menopause, hormones can actually prevent some disease states, such as high cholesterol, osteoporosis and even cancer, along with providing some anti-aging results and aiding in longevity.