This is a question I get often in the clinic from my female fertility patients. The short answer is yes, acupuncture is great for everyone, especially when it comes to fertility. There’s always something that can be improved upon to boost fertility, such as increasing circulation to...
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How Would You Like to Die of Old Age? Well, Here's How!
Mar 27, 2014It turns out that giving gratitude is actually more satisfying than receiving it, according to some recent research; in fact, connecting with others and cultivatin

Induction rates soaring, along with concerns over it’s safety.
Mar 26, 2014A new article in the Vancouver Sun on Monday highlighted the growing concerns around our soaring induction rates and the dangers associated with doing unnecessary inductions.

British Columbia Medical Doctors learning from acupuncturists and naturopaths
Mar 26, 2014A headline in today’s local Vancouver paper (The Vancouver Sun) stated physical exercise can now be prescribed by physicians. Exercise is the best medicine.

Men Have A Biological Clock!!
Mar 25, 2014
5 things you should do before you give birth.
Mar 24, 2014In a sea of well meaning mother-in-laws, girlfriends and pregnancy forums, it can sometimes be overwhelming deciding what you need to do to prepare for the birth of your child. Having worked in the birth community for 10 years as a doula, an acupuncturist and a doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, I have seen a lot of birth preparation fads come and go.

Never Gets Old especially when unsolicited
Mar 21, 2014I received an email out of the blue from a client I have not seen for well over a year.
These emails really make my day and remind why I get up early in the morning and stay late into the evenings.

Male Factor Infertility Treatment - A Case Study!
Mar 21, 2014Pregnancy rates can be increased when men take a proactive approach to their fertility. So many men believe infertility to be primarily a woman's issue, not considering how important their role when trying to conceive. Recent studies are showing around 40% of infertile couples have some sort of male factor that needs to be addressed.

Inflammation Revisited: First Day of Spring
Mar 20, 2014As many parts of the country are still under a snow-pack, we’re all pretty grateful for the blossoms h

How the Acubalance Approach Reduces Your Cancer Risk By 60%
Mar 19, 2014I took an entire weekend seminar about a year ago on the naturopathic management of cancer, with a very well-known integrative oncology ND from the US. Having treated a number of cancer patients on the oncology shift in naturopathic college, I eagerly awaited what I would learn about his approach to adjunctive cancer care. I was surprised (and relieved) to learn in the first 20 minutes about how easy it is for one to cut their cancer risk by 60%. It is the Acubalance lifestyle in a nutshell.

Fertility snake oil supplements or the real deal
Mar 16, 2014I received an interesting info graphic from a client. I am not sure of her intention, since it simply stated "I may find this interesting". Basically, it was illustrating how much evidence supports the use of different vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.