Dr. Maria Shapoval, Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Shapoval, ND provides naturopathic care to patients with neurological conditions, including Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's, migraines, seizures, neuropathies and other. Consultations are available online or by phone to patients living in Ontario, Newfoundland, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, PEI, Yukon and Northwest Territories. To learn more about naturopathic treatments or to book an appointment please visit https://www.drmariashapovalnd.com or call 647-483-2224.

Accepting new patients and booking follow up visits starting May 2020. At this time, care will only be provided remotely via online platform and/or phone. To book an appointment please click here: https://drmariashapovalnd.janeapp.com/ Dr. Shapoval, ND provides naturopathic care to patients with neurological conditions, including Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's, migraines, seizures, neuropathies and other. Consultations are available to patients living in Ontario, Newfoundland, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, PEI, Yukon and North West Territories.

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Personal account of my stress relieving experience in nature. Vis medicatrix naturae (the healing power of nature).

Painful cramps can seriously take away from quality of life. There is a lot that naturopathic medicine can do for primary dysmenorrhea (aka painful cramps). #naturopathicmedicineweek https://goo.gl/X7CphY

Acupuncture can improve tremor, gait and quality of life in patients with Parkinson's disease. In particular when combined with electrical stimulation.

Recent systematic review confirms effectiveness of acupuncture in the management of diabetic neuropathy.

Up to 50% of patients with essential tremor do not respond to their medications and as a result continue to struggle with regular daily activities. Scalp acupuncture combined with electrical stimulation can help reduce the severity of tremors and limit their effect on quality of life. https://goo.gl/TLJ77K

According to research clinical trials (2017), acupuncture can reduce both the severity and frequency of migraine headaches. Prophylaxis can be effective in patients who suffer from migraines without aura. https://goo.gl/VjXCYu

Breastfeeding may offer protection against multiple sclerosis. https://goo.gl/8VWNRZ

Melatonin has a lot to offer beyond the well-known jet lag and insomnia! Double-blind randomized control trials report improvements in hot flushes and night sweats, just to name a few...

Not all heavy bleeding is due to fibroids. Comprehensive assessment should be done to assess for cause. Once fibroids are confirmed, acupuncture can help reduce and in some cases resolve the heavy bleeding. Ideally, it is combined with dietary and lifestyle recommendations targeting the fibroids as well.

Sub-clinical insulin resistance can be missed on routine lab tests, but is correlated with Parkinson's disease. Naturopathic medicine offers a wide range of treatment for managing diabetes, which may be a reasonable treatment approach given the latest research.

Acupuncture point ST- 36 yields interesting results.

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#Laser therapy is effective for the treatment of #epilepsy and certain brain #tumors. http://ow.ly/Yetb30c8D3N

Exercise is important not only in prevention of serious neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's disease, but can also improve quality of life and daily activities of those diagnosed. By challenging the motor cortex to coordinate new movements i.e. dance or aerobic routines, exercise can stimulate the formation of new synapses and promote development of new memories.

Ever wonder - "How could gut bacteria cause or contribute to a neurodegenerative condition like Parkinson's disease?"

All roads lead to ... the GUT!

Learn more about bright light and what is has to offer to patient's with Parkinson's disease. https://goo.gl/FLnnsQ

Learn more about the neuroprotective effects of the ketogenic diet.

Have you tried a detox for you mind?

Seizures don't all look alike. If you saw someone having a complex partial (focal discognitive) seizure, would you know what to do?

These make ahead smoothies will become your go-to easy breakfast. Fruit smoothies? Delicious! Glass smoothies? Not so much. Make sure to be careful when using a glass mason jar with a blender or opt for plastic.

Naturopathic doctor focusing on Neurological conditions. Providing a brief introduction on conditions and available treatments.

Nothing to sneeze at- chronic sinusitis can present with neurological signs as well as depression http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/877073

Feeling lonely - Why not book a grocery shopping experience with your local naturopathic doctor and learn about health and nutrition at the same time? http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/874130