Dr. Maryellen Tedeschi, ND

Today we are talking about all things gut health! Your gut microbiome encompasses all the bacteria living in your intestines and well this may sound a little gross, it’s important to remember that having these types of bacteria is essential for a healthy body to thrive! Check out this article from HealthLine for 7 signs that your microbiome may be off balance, and what you can do about it!

Did you know that women are over twice as likely as men to suffer from anxiety? The reasoning for this is partially due to hormones! Hormones can have a huge influence on mental health, and as a result, it is so important to look at balancing hormones when it comes to treating your anxiety. Want to know more? This article by TalkSpace gets into some common hormone imbalances that may be impacting your mental health! https://www.talkspace.com/blog/anxiety-hormones-connection/

How clean is your skincare routine? According to the Environmental Working Group, women use an average of 12 products each day, exposing our bodies to an average of 168, and up to 500+ chemicals. Yes, you read that right - over 500 chemicals (or more). E A C H. D A Y. ... What does this increased toxic burden mean for your body? Inflammation Autoimmune issues Hormonal imbalances Chronic health conditions What can you do about it? The EWG’s Skin Deep Database is a great resource to see how your current products measure up. Some of my favourite clean beauty and skincare brands are: @beautycounter @tokbeauty @elatecosmetics @livinglibations @provinceapothecary @graydonskincare @routinecream #naturalbeauty #organicbeauty #skincare #organicskincare #naturalskincare #nontoxicbeauty #allnatural

I went for blood work, but my doctor said my test results were fine. Sound familiar If you’ve been told your labs are normal, but you still don’t FEEL fine - it’s time to work with someone who can do the detective work to figure out WHY. If you are still struggling for answers, find someone who will do some extra digging. ... Send me a message if you’d like my help! #holisticnutrition #lifestylemedicine #naturopathicdoctor #naturopath #functionalmedicine #naturopathic #hamont #gta

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Let's chat... IRON DEFICIENCY Fatigue... Headaches Hair loss Heavy periods Cold hands & feet Dizziness Brittle nails If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, you may be dealing with an iron deficiency. Blood tests (CBC, Ferritin, Iron, TIBC) help to diagnose iron deficiency and assessing your body’s iron levels & iron storage helps to guide treatment. A common side effect of iron supplementation is constipation or digestive upset. Luckily, there are a lot of options out there! Let’s work together to find the best treatment option for you See more

Stress - it’s an everyday part of our lives, especially given the current global circumstance. Here’s a great article by Harvard Health diving deep into the stress response and offering techniques to counter chronic stress. https://www.health.harvard.edu//understanding-the-stress-r

S T R E S S A small word that packs a mighty PUNCH! While mental and emotional stressors may be unavoidable at times, what we CAN change are some of the physiological triggers of stress that have just as much of an impact on your wellbeing -... Food sensitivities Nutrient deficiencies Hormonal imbalances Exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals Small changes matter when it comes to your health. Let’s work together towards optimal wellness See more

We’ve all suffered from some kind of skin irritation or rash at one point or another. Being your biggest organ, your skin is one of your body’s messengers that gives you signs when something internally may be off-balance. Whether it’s inflammation, allergies, food sensitivities, hormones, or dysbiosis causing the irritation, your skin will respond to let you know that something is up - cue breakouts, hives, swelling, maskne. Focusing on gut health is one of the import...ant pillars in my treatment protocols for any skincare concern. If creams and skincare products aren’t cutting it anymore, it’s time to dig deeper. Book your initial visit to get started See more

Now is the perfect time to get started on a treatment plan that is aligned with your health needs What can your Naturopathic benefits be used for? Naturopathic consultations or visits... Facial acupuncture treatments Lab testing (food sensitivities, comprehensive blood work, hair element analysis, hormonal assessments) Vitamin injections See more

Look at the most common asked questions from Dr. Maryellen Tedeschi, ND and Dr. Nicole Tillie, ND

Histamine is a messenger in our body that is best known for causing allergy like symptoms. It is somewhat of an alarm messenger. In addition to known allergies ...our environmental exposures, foods we eat, and even emotional stress can trigger histamine release. Some people have a deficiency in the enzyme that works to break histamine down. This can result in allergy like symptoms and severity can vary. Some of the most common symptoms of this includes skin rashes, anxiety, headaches/ migraines, runny noses, sinus symptoms, and even shortness of breath. So what does this have to do with our hormones? A major link comes from Estrogen. Often hormonal imbalance means were left in a estrogen dominant state. Estrogen increases histamine levels in our body and even takes it one step further, and blocks the enzyme to break it down. Estrogen Dominance has many causes. Environmental estrogen exposure, poor ovulation, weak lutein cells, sluggish estrogen detox, gut dysbiosis, etc. The list goes on and on. A predominant cause of Estrogen Dominance in our society comes taking some types of hormonal birth control. Birth Control pushes the body into a state of estrogen dominance. Symptoms Allergy symptoms Anxiety Headache/ migraines Skin Rashes Digestive Issues Treatment Options Balance Hormones Follow a Low Histamine Diet Work to Stabilize Mast Cells through herbs and nutrients like nettle, quercitin, vitamin C, and taking a DAO Enzyme. #histamineintolerance #pmsproblems #allergies #allergyrelief #naturalhealing #naturalhealthandwellness #healthytips #hormonebalance #healthyhormones #denverhormonedoctor #coloradohealthandwellness #coloradoholisticdoctor

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Your health M A T T E R S This is your friendly reminder to listen to your body - symptoms are clues that help us understand the bigger picture. Over the past few months, have you noticed:... headaches painful periods anxiety weight gain acne bloating Let’s work together to give your body what it needs to T H R I V E! Click the link in my bio for ways to connect .

Side effects from the birth control pill that we need to talk about: Microbiome disruption, making you more prone to bacterial and yeast infections and food sensitivities Lower thyroid function, leading to weight gain Lower testosterone levels, leading to decreased libido... Increased inflammation, leading to increased stress, pain and headaches Nutrient depletion, which impacts liver detoxification, adrenal function hormone balance, immune regulation and tissue repair No matter where you are in your health journey, I am here to help! If you’re on The Pill and struggling with weight gain, digestive issues, fatigue, chronic infections, let’s put together a plan to help minimize symptoms and support optimal health and wellness. . . . #thepill #birthcontrolpill #hormonebalance #womenshealth #naturopathicmedicine

A great post by my colleague Dr. Caroline Méthé, ND! Are you aware of EDC's and what they can do to your health?

Teachers and school board employees - you may have $500-$1000 of unused benefits to use towards Naturopathic services before September 1st! Now is the perfect time to get started on a treatment plan to help you feel your best! What can I help you with? Digestive support... Food sensitivity testing Hormonal assessments Skin care and cosmetic acupuncture Vitamin injections Ready to get started? I still have availability for appointments in August! Send me a DM or click the link in my bio for ways to connect.

S U G A R CRAVINGS Ever wonder WHY you get them? Here are some of the common culprits: Not enough protein in your diet Too many simple carbohydrates (breads, pasta, baked goods)... Poor sleep habits Stress Mineral deficiencies (zinc, chromium, magnesium) If you’re looking for ways to help manage that sweet tooth, I’d love to help! Click the link in my bio for ways to connect. . . . #naturopathicmedicine #naturopathicdoctor #sugarcravings #sugardetox #eatclean