By Aidanne MacDonald-Milewski, ND on November 10, 2020
As we age, our bone density decreases due to multiple factors including reduced hormone production, altered exercise activity, stress, medication use, etc. Calcium is often thought of as the most effective bone supporting nutrient; however, supplementing with calcium alone over time can pose increased cardiovascular… Read More
By Joanne Aponte, ND on October 29, 2020
Infertility rates amongst couples is on the rise unfortunately. If you are struggling to get pregnant, you are not alone! 1 in 8 couples in America seek some treatment for infertility. The naturopathic approach to infertility looks beyond your hormones and ovaries. We need to… Read More
By Aidanne MacDonald-Milewski, ND on October 26, 2020
Bloating is one of the most common digestive symptoms I see in my practice. It can present as abdominal distension, swelling and discomfort, that can come and go throughout the day or be persistent. Often complaints of bloating are compounded by other gastrointestinal complaints, such… Read More
By Sarah Axtell, ND on October 15, 2020
Intestinal transit is the time it takes food to pass through the entire digestive tract. An optimal transit time is between 18-24 hours. A slow transit time is associated with constipation and increases the likelihood of bowel toxemia and dysbiosis. I find SIBO is… Read More
By Aidanne MacDonald-Milewski, ND on September 18, 2020
When it comes to health food stores and supplement aisles, it is easy to quickly become overwhelmed with a myriad of options. Where do you start? Once you’ve found the vitamin you were looking for, which form is best? It’s hard as a consumer to… Read More
By Aidanne MacDonald-Milewski, ND on September 10, 2020
Zinc is a common nutrient deficiency caught on blood work by Naturopathic doctors. It plays an essential role in establishing healthy growth and development, as well as supporting the immune and nervous systems. It acts as a catalyst in hundreds of different bodily reactions, contributes… Read More
By Aidanne MacDonald-Milewski, ND on August 18, 2020
Recently, my friend shared this recipe with me and I fell in love with it instantly! It’s simple, refreshing, nutritious and a perfect side to bring to any summer cookout. Below you can find the recipe as well as more information on key nutrients or… Read More