Dr. Heather van der Geest, Naturopathic Physician

Health is your greatest wealth. Make your HEALTH a PRIORITY If you are dealing with pain or injury, digestive issues, stress or sleep issues or just want to better optimize your health, book an appointment with Dr. Heather van der Geest, ND at Baseline Health and Wellness (202-718 West Broadway, Vancouver) or visit my website www.doctorheathernd.com #digestivehealth #regenerativeinjectiontherapy #painandinjury #painmanagement #physicalmedicine #physmeddoc #naturopathicmedici...ne #healthisyourgreatestwealth #healthoptimization #functionalmedicine #shoulderpain #kneepain #healingthebody #headaches #foodasmedicine #foodsensitivities #jumpstartyourhealth #hormonehealth #integrativemedicine @doctorheathernd @baseline_wellness

A perfect start to 2021! A day at the River

IV Vitamin and Nutrients are an excellent way to boost the levels of vitamins and nutrients in the body IV therapy allows for greater absorption of vitamins and nutrients at a cellular level #ivtherapy #vitaminsansnutrients #healthisyourgreatestwealth #digestivehealth #boostyoursystem #glutathione #detox #nad #cellularhealth #longevity #healthoptimization #healthyandhappy #immune #coldsandflus #energy #rehydration #functionalmedicine #healthoptimization #jumpstartyourhealth ...#naturopathicmedicine #preventioniskey #rest #sleep #relax #muscleinjury #painandinjury #painmanagement #yourhealthmatters Call to book your appointment today! @doctorheathernd @baseline_wellness

Happy New Year!! I am really looking forward to the year ahead and helping many patients with their Health and Wellness @doctorheathernd

Don't forget to use your Extended Medical Benefits before they expire at the end of December! I still have some end of year appointments available if you need Naturopathic support Let's get a Jump Start on your Health... @baseline_wellness @doctorheathernd

Happy last day of 2020! Here is to a new year, a new chapter @doctorheathernd

Digestive health is an incredibly important topic and one that many people struggle with. Whether it be with - gas and bloating - constipation or diarrhea - food sensitivities... - irritable bowel syndrome - not absorbing the nutrients from the foods they are eating It is important to get your Digestive Health looked at to see if there are ways to optimize your health. The digestive system plays a role in many key health factors for your body. If you're not absorbing your nutrients, you will not heal as well and may even be at a deficit of some of the nutrients you think that you are absorbing. Get a jump start on your digestive health today @doctorheathernd @baseline_wellness #digestivehealth #healthisyourgreatestwealth #ivtherapy #nutrients #painmanagement #healthoptimization #digestion #gasandbloating #foodsensitivities #foodsensitivitytest #absorbingnutrients #weightmanagement #foodintolerance #stomachpains #naturopathicmedicine #jumpstartyourhealth #healthyandhappy #inpersonconsultation #onlineconsultation #phoneconsult #takecareofyourhealth #foodasmedicine

As much as this time of year can be happy, and jolly getting ready for the holidays, this time of year can also cause alot of STRESS! Stress can be mental, emotional and physical. Money stress, family stress, health stress, holiday stress and now also stress with not being able to be around all the people we love this holiday season. If you are dealing with stress (of any kind) and want to work with a Naturopathic Doctor to help support you both physically, mentally and emoti...onally.... Book an appointment today! Let me help you get on a treatment plan that is right for you to help manage your stress and keep your brain, body and mind healthy. Call 778-513-4200 to book your appointment! @doctorheathernd @baseline_wellness

You’ve probably heard of traditional acupuncture, which uses small needles to stimulate points throughout your body, including your ears. But there’s another type of acupuncture that focuses exclusively on your ears. It’s called auricular acupuncture. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), acupuncture is based on the theory that your health depends on the flow of qi (energy) in your body. This energy travels along invisible pathways, known as meridians, that are found throug...hout the body. A blocked or disrupted flow of qi can have a negative effect on your physical and mental health. Acupuncture aims to restore the flow of qi by resolving any blockages or disruption. Traditional acupuncture does this by targeting points found throughout your body, including your ears. People use auricular acupuncture to tackle a range of health concerns, including: chronic pain, especially low back pain migraine anxiety insomnia cancer pain and chemotherapy side effects weight loss substance use disorder depression digestive issues allergies smoking cessation If you're interested in learning more about a regular acupuncture, book an appointment with Dr. Heather van der Geest, ND today! @baseline_wellness @doctorheathernd

Treating pain with hot and cold can be extremely effective for a number of different conditions and injuries. The tricky part is knowing what situations call for hot, and which for cold. Sometimes a single treatment will even include both. As a general rule of thumb, an acute injury with swelling and inflammation usually ice is better. And for muscle pain and stiffness, heat is better. It is always best to consult your doctor to determine which treatment (or both) is right f...or your pain or injury. There are times that excess ice/cold treatment can delay an injury from healing. If you have an acute or chronic injury (or know someone who does)- book an appointment with Dr. Heather and let's make a treatment plan that is right for you so you can get back to the activities you love Dr. Heather van der Geest, Naturopathic Physician @doctorheathernd Baseline Health and Wellness @baseline_wellness ---- #physicalmedicineandrehabilitation #painmanagementsolutions #physicalmedicine #injurymanagement #painscience #exercisetherapy #wholebodyhealth #medicalprofessionals #sportsinjuries #painreliever #injuryrehab #naturalpainrelief #preventativehealth #healthishappiness #bodyhealth #healtheducation #naturopathic #investinyourhealth #injuryrecovery #backpainrelief #jointpain #soremuscles #lowbackpain #sportsinjury #kneepain #physicalhealth #painmanagement #painfree #injuryprevention #painrelief

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Accepting New Patients for 2021! I offer a wide range of naturopathic treatments at Baseline Health and Wellness. My main focus is in Pain and Injury Management using hands-on Physical Medicine and Regenerative Injection Therapies. Alongside these treatments I work alot with digestive health, stress and sleep management, hormone health and overall health optimization.... If you'd like to get a jump start on your health for 2021, Book an appointment with Dr Heather van der Geest, ND Or check out my website www.doctorheathernd.com @doctorheathernd @baseline_wellness

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Don't forget to use the rest of your Extended Medical Benefits before Dec 31!! I have opened my clinic schedule and have appointments up until Dec 22, and then again Dec 29, 30 and 31st Use up your Benefits because they RESET January 1, 2021... #jumpstartyourhealth #useemorloseem #extendedmedicalbenefits #healthisyourgreatestwealth #longevityhealth #healthandwellness #ivtherapy #digestivehealth #painmanagement #painandinjury #stress #health #sleep #hormonebalancing #preventioniskey Dr. Heather van der Geest, Naturopathic Physician @doctorheathernd Baseline Health and Wellness @baseline_wellness

What is Ozone Therapy? Ozone therapy aims to increase oxygen capacity in the body to promote healing through the introduction of ozone gas. Ozone improves our cells ability to utilize oxygen which leads to widespread systemic effects that can positively influence our overall health. As we age, our body's ability to utilize oxygen decreases. Less efficient transport and usage of oxygen impairs vital chemical reactions necessary to remain healthy. Ozone works to promote oxygena...tion, improve energy production and metabolism, modulate our immune system, and acts as a direct anti-microbial agent by destroying pathogens, such as fungi, viruses, and bacteria. The immune-modulating and anti-infectious effects of these treatments can lead to improvements in acute and chronic infections, as well as autoimmune conditions. Ozone therapy improves oxygen utilization within mitochondria, the energy factories of the cells. These treatments also modulate the immune system and inflammation by affecting cytokine production and antioxidant enzyme systems. Many signs of aging and chronic diseases have been linked to decreased oxygen utilization and poor mitochondrial health. By improving both of these factors it can lead to widespread improvements in health. Ozone therapy can be delivered intravenously, enabling a systemic treatment. When ozone is delivered intravenously, it is known as major autohemotherapy (MAH). COMING SOON to Baseline Health and Wellness @doctorheathernd #regenerativeinjections #painmanagementsolutions #prolotherapy #physicaltherapylife #functionalhealth #achesandpains #healingnaturally #sportsinjuries #naturalalternatives #painreliever #injuryrehab #diseaseprevention #yourhealthmatters #naturalpainrelief #preventativehealth #integrativehealth #investinyourhealth #injuryrecovery #backpainrelief #shoulderpain #jointpain #lowbackpain #sportsinjury #kneepain #integrativemedicine #healthtalk #painmanagement #healthbenefits #functionalmedicine #painrelief

What is Metabolic Syndrome? Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that occur together, increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes. These conditions include high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels, insulin resistance and high blood pressure.... If you have Metabolic Syndrome or any of its components, making healthy lifestyle changes can delay or even prevent the development of other serious health problems. Book an appointment with a Naturopathic Doctor today, and get a Jump Start on your Health for 2021 @doctorheathernd @baseline_wellness --- #healthknowledge #dailyhealthtips #optimumhealth #healthcoachtips #healthissues #healthadvocate #naturemedicine #healthhacks #wholebodyhealth #naturalalternatives #naturaloptions #diseaseprevention #healthawareness #healthfacts #healthforall #bodyhealth #naturopathic #investinyourhealth #choosehealthy #healthylifehappylife #healthliving #betterhealth #optimalhealth #lifestylemedicine #healthyjourney #naturopathicmedicine #healthyyou #healthfirst #healthyhappylife #healthylife

Happy WORLD DIABETES DAY, and Happy Birthday Sir Frederick Banting (the man who discovered Insulin) I owe my life to this man, and his team. Without Sir Banting's hard work, dedication and generosity to the Discovery of Insulin, I would not be alive today. I have chosen a career in Medicine so that I can also help others with their health concerns and I am so grateful to be able to live my best life, and love my job each day!... Thank you again If you have questions about DIABETES MANAGEMENT please feel free to private message me, or leave your questions below. I love educating and teaching people about their health and how they can take an active role in their health journey. @doctorheathernd #diabetes #livingwithdiabetes #diabetesmanagement #doctorasteacher #takecontrolofyourhealth #worlddiabetesday #sirfrederickbanting #bantingandbest

Both types affect the way the body regulates blood sugar levels. Glucose is the fuel that feeds the body’s cells; Insulin is the key. People with type 1 don’t produce insulin. People with type 2 don’t respond to insulin as well as they should & later in the disease don’t make enough insulin. Both types of diabetes lead to high blood sugar levels, increasing the risk of complications. If not managed type 1 & 2 can lead to symptoms of: ... - urinating frequently - feeling very hungry & thirsty - feeling very fatigued - having blurry vision - having cuts or sores that don’t heal properly - weight loss - irritability or mood changes - numbness & tingling in hands & feet Good glucose management reduces the risk of complications Type 1 & 2 present in different ways Type 1 develops quickly. Once known as juvenile diabetes, this type usually develops in childhood or adolescence. Many people with type 2 won’t have symptoms for many years & their symptoms often develop slowly over time. Some people with type 2 have no symptoms & don’t discover they have diabetes until complications arise. In people with type 1, the immune system mistakes the body’s own cells for foreign invaders. The immune system attacks & destroys the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. After these beta cells are destroyed, the body is unable to produce insulin. It's unknown why the immune system attacks the body’s own cells but it may have to do with genetic & environmental factors such as exposure to viruses. People with type 2 have insulin resistance. The body still produces insulin, but is unable to use it effectively. Lifestyle factors (inactivity, carrying excess weight) may contribute to insulin resistance. When type 2 develops the pancreas will compensate by producing more insulin. The body is unable to effectively use insulin & glucose accumulates in the bloodstream. For more information on DIABETES MANAGEMENT, book an appointment w/ Dr. Heather (your diabetes doc) @doctorheathernd