Seasonal allergies are one of the most common complaints I treat in my office. Like the sun slowly returning after months of Seattle gray, allergy symptoms have a way of creeping up on us. As the pollen counts rise our normal day to day can be a struggle with symptoms like a sneezing, itchy eyes, […]
“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” – Hippocrates Optimizing digestion has become such a rich and deep topic of conversation. Whether it is about the role of fermented foods, what diet to try, or what nutrient rich foods to add in, we are tapping into the wisdom that the health of
In my private practice, one of the most common topics I discuss with patients is PrEP which stands for pre-exposure prophylaxis. I want to take this opportunity to briefly discuss PrEP with some common questions, and why I feel it’s such an amazing tool in the prevention of HIV infection. What is PrEP? PrEP is
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a digestive disorder characterized by chronic or recurrent abdominal pain or discomfort typically with altered bowel habits. While sources may vary, it is believed that it has a worldwide prevalence of 14% in women and about 9% in men, making it one of the most common functional digestive disorders. Generally,
Moodiness or changeable mood can be a frustrating feeling for many people. For some, it shows up as a feeling of anxiety, depression, or irritability, which may wax or wane with the seasons. As a naturopathic doctor, my first inclination when approaching mood is to ensure my patient has a healthful foundation to make sure
With the arrival of spring and summer comes consistent sunshine in Seattle, and if you’re like me hardly anything can stop you from getting out and enjoying the warmth and light. Unfortunately for seasonal allergy sufferers, the return of that sunshine can often mean the return of higher pollen counts which can make it harder