This article was originally posted on Refinery29.com by Kate Hakala, used with permission. It’s that time of year again. You have three deadlines at work, a dinner date on Thursday, and this weekend you’re supposed to go enjoy fall with your friends. And, oh yeah, your throat feels scratchy, your nose starts to run, and…
Consider a type of medicine that supports your body to heal. A medicine that seeks to find the underlying cause of a health issue, and how one health issue relates to another within your body. A medicine that utilizes science and our understanding of how our bodies work, to give your body what it needs.…
As published at Fiterns.com. There are always reasons not to get in that workout session. Some of those reasons are weak—“My dog ate my workout glove” or “I can’t find matching socks” or (my personal go-to) “It’s too cold outside.” Others, though, are pretty legitimate. Take allergies or achy joints or any of those common…
“The realization that I could feel this clear and balanced all the time just by taking good care of my body…” I would like to share notes from a patient (with her permission of course) as she integrated information about foods that were causing issues in her body, and learned how her body could feel…
Avocados are a favorite because they contain healthy fats and fat-soluble nutrients. This twist on guacamole is filled with flavor and disease-preventing goodness. 2 avocados, diced 1 zucchini, diced 2 Tb lemon juice 1 Tb basil, finely chopped 1 Tb extra virgin olive oil 1 Tb chives, minced 5 drops liquid stevia, plain (optional) 1-2…
I just love wild salmon! And easy ways to include veggies. This recipe from The Clean Plates Cookbook does exactly that. I’m thinking that it will also be perfect for a backyard party. Warm Spinach Salad with Potato, Zucchini, and Salmon 2 lemons, peeled and juiced 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 small zucchini,…
Include stress remedies in your day—click here to read more. Set aside time to eat, so that you can chew and digest well. Minimize or avoid gluten in your diet. Click here to find our why. Take probiotics consistently. Click here to see one of my favorite products. Only take antibiotics when it is absolutely…
With summer here, and all the beautiful vegetables and fruits, I thought you might like to know about a couple new cookbooks that will help you cook up your favorite foods, in a way that supports your health. I have two cookbooks to share with you. One is written by Dr. Andrea Purcell, a naturopathic…
It can be tempting to stop into a fast food restaurant when you are feeling stressed and need a pick-me-up. Try, instead, to choose a store that offers the solutions that you know are better for your health. Here are my favorite places to stop : Starbucks, which is often nearby, and has green tea…
A patient asked a great question: “How can my digestion have anything to do with my metabolism? I don’t even have digestive symptoms!” A perfect example of how our bodies are intricately connected – is Leaky Gut. The walls of the intestines should only allow nutrients and water to cross – we definitely wouldn’t want…
Last week I wrote about super foods for helping the brain recover from stress. Now I’m going to show you how those same super foods, and more, help your whole body rebound from stress. Nuts: walnuts, almonds, pecans, and hazelnuts – help maintain healthy cortisol levels Fatty fish: wild salmon, mackerel and sardines – prevent…
I find that children and pets help me the most to take a break. They are inherently in the moment and wanting to connect, so it is easy. I just let them guide me. I leave my phone at home (or bring it for taking pictures), we walk out the door (often holding hands) and…
For more than one reason taking a break from your usual schedule, as well as from technology, can be beneficial to your health. Taking a break makes it possible to connect with others, which has been shown to reduce stress and add years to your life. Research indicates that women are more likely to connect with friends,…
We know stress leads to health issues, from anxiety, fatigue and headaches, to cancer, heart disease and autoimmunity, so what can we do to stay healthy under stress?
Hello ~ I’m Dr. Doni. As a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, I offer professional naturopathic care that addresses your whole body and the underlying cause of your health issues.
I help women, men and children by providing devoted guidance that brings definite solutions. My patients describe my form of care as a scientific, nurturing way to make sense of what natural medicine has to offer.
I help patients like you address health issues by developing a caring partnership and an individualized plan using natural therapies and well-living practices such as nutrition, gentle exercise, stress reduction, herbal formulas, homeopathy, vitamins and nutrients. This allows you to recognize the innate healing power of your own body.
Learn more about my approach, which I’ve developed over almost 15 years in practice, that gets to the root cause of health issues by identifying the foods that are stressing your body and how your body has been affected by stress, as well as what it needs to heal.
Let me show you how you can regain the physical harmony you were meant to enjoy. You’re not alone in your quest for health.
