by Dr. Odessa Gill | Dec 7, 2017 | Biofeedback
Biofeedback as a Tool to Manage Stress Stress, it’s not all bad. Stress is a physiological response that arises when we encounter a situation that we do not have the ability to manage. How do we respond to stress? Let’s begin by understanding how our bodies...
by Erin Valente | Oct 13, 2017 | Sunscreen Tips for Kids
by Erin Valente | Sep 6, 2017 | September Equinox
It is that time of the year when the days get shorter and the nights become longer. This year, September 22, 2017 marks the Fall Equinox; the time in the Northern Hemisphere when summer comes to an end and autumn begins. The word Equinox is derived from the Latin word...
by Dr. Odessa Gill | Aug 24, 2017 | Fertility
One of the most frustrating diagnoses I encounter in my practice is “Unexplained Infertility.” Most couples that come to my office with this new medical label are despondent and teary-eyed. My role as a Naturopathic Doctor is to inform them that besides...
by Dr. Odessa Gill | Jul 18, 2017 | Fertility
Patients often tell me that they heard or read that acupuncture can improve fertility. Some patients ask how does acupuncture achieve this? This is an important question. I believe that when you understand the ‘why’, you can visualize the positive effects...
by Dr. Odessa Gill | May 30, 2017 | Lifestyle
When I walk down the grocery aisle and spot the fluorescent drinks out of the corner of my eye I wonder how much colouring are added to those drinks. When drinks glow, they have to go! The concept of an electrolyte drink is a brilliant one. As we sweat we need to...
by Dr. Odessa Gill | Apr 18, 2017 | Fertility, Women's Health
Over the years, working with couples to improve their fertility has taught me many lessons. The most important lessons are ones that cannot be found in research articles, textbooks or Dr. Google. Having a positive mindset is more beneficial than any acupuncture...
by Dr. Odessa Gill | Apr 18, 2017 | Fertility, Sunscreen Tips for Kids
Learning and understanding when to seek care for conception health can be a grey area for women. Naturopathic Doctors focus on identifying potential physical, emotional and environmental risk factors for adverse pregnancy outcomes early in order to optimizing health...
by Dr. Odessa Gill | Feb 27, 2017 | Fertility
Spring equinox occurs on March 20th this year and it marks the beginning of an abundance of sunlight and an increase in yang energy until the summer solstice. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, it is the time of year to create the foundation for...
by Dr. Odessa Gill | Feb 20, 2017 | Fertility
One test which often gets overlooked in preparation for pregnancy is Vitamin D. We have all heard the importance of adequate folic acid levels to prevent neural tube defects in the developing fetus and also the recommendation of taking a prenatal supplement. Has...
