Dr. Safia Kassam, ND
711 Columbia Street V3M1B1 New Westminster, BC, Canada

A little #mondaymotivation and #positivevibes to get your week started off right #lastdayofaugust #youreawesome #thankschrishemsworth

Challenge Accepted So lucky to be surrounded by such strong and amazing women #womensupportingwomen #empoweredwomenempowerwomen Thanks for the nominations @harmonylaserskincare @plahoti @dr.wulkan.nd

Cortisol, one of our stress hormones, has such an important role in our bodies. It affects multiple systems, including blood sugar control, metabolism, menstrual cycles, blood pressure, and inflammation. With life these days, it seems we're always on the go, running in "survival mode" - this can take a toll on our bodies over time, with the most common symptom being lack of energy. Generally with stress, first we see an increase of cortisol production and release. But if ...the stress is prolonged, those levels can decline, causing different health concerns. It’s also important to note that the stress trigger may be mental, physical, or emotional - either way the body has the same response. There are many nutrients, herbs, and lifestyle factors that can be used to balance your cortisol levels, whether they are high or low. DM me if you have questions, or if you need support with balancing your stress hormones. #stress #cortisol #adrenalglands #fatigue #wiredbuttired #burntout #hormonebalance #adrenaldysfunction #weightmanagement #inflammation See more

It's hard to believe, but this week marks my Anniversary at Polo Health! Although I've been in practice as a Naturopathic Doctor for 7 years now, working with the team here and the @longevitycompoundingpharmacy has been so amazing! Not to mention all the wonderful patients I've had the pleasure of working with and been able to support. Here’s to continued growth, learning, and health! #timeflieswhenyourehavingfun #happyworkannitome #dreamteam #newwestminster #naturopathicmedicine #twinning

Wondering which fruits and veggies you should buy organic, and where you can save some cash? Here is the 2020 version of the #DirtyDozen and #CleanFifteen from the Environmental Working Group The foods in the Dirty Dozen are those that are higher in pesticides, and therefore, recommended to consider purchasing organic. ... Regardless if they're organic or not, make sure you are thoroughly washing your fruits and veggies before you eat them. #eatyourcolours #pesticides #cleaneating #fibre #fruits #vegetables #vitamins #minerals See more

Had such a great time cooking up some delicious #poundaday friendly meals with @shannonmannofficial These meals can be made in batches to avoid cooking daily. They’re easy to make, and so filling! During maintenance, just add more veggies! ... Of course, I had to include a bevy while cooking, and dessert! Hope you enjoy! Swipe for the recipes : @shannonmannofficial #weightloss #naturopathicdoc #lowcarb #eatyourveggies #instantpot #healthyeats #poundaday #sugarfree #detox #quarantinefifteenbegone See more

I’ve been having some issues with my shoulder lately. Thankfully, I work with some great docs @polohealth to help get me back to 100%! This is a video showing three great tools that I can provide to help alleviate #pain and #inflammation: 1 #Cupping - small cups placed over areas of pain to enhance blood flow and circulation. They can be left stationary (leaving the circle marks) or moved around for a deep tissue massage. 2 #Acupuncture - tiny needles placed in certain p...oints or areas of pain that help reduce pain, increase circulation, and move Qi (energy). And no, they don’t hurt! 3 #Electrostim - electrical stimulation of the acupuncture points that helps reduce pain and further stimulates Qi and circulation. Great for relaxing tight muscles! If you have any questions feel free to leave a comment below or DM me!

As April and #IBS month come to an end, I wanted to share and highlight one of the most common root causes of typical IBS symptoms. #SIBO, or small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, is a condition I treat almost on a daily basis in my practice. Through proper diagnosis and treatment, I have helped patients eliminate common, and sometimes debilitating symptoms such as: Bloating... Gas Burping Constipation, Diarrhea, or alternating between the two Abdominal pain and discomfort Nausea Heartburn Not only have I seen improvement in digestion, but also with energy levels, mood, and overall quality of life. For more information and to book a consultation with me, please contact @polohealth or visit www.sibodoctors.ca

For all the parents out there, there has been a recall of Love Child and PC Brand baby food pouches...check your stock! http://www.inspection.gc.ca//e/1527371146055/1527371148679

Spending this weekend learning all about #hormones and how to #personalize hormonal treatment. Only about 3 hours in, and I’ve already gained so much knowledge! . @longevitycompoundingpharmacy - thanks for the invite! . #hormonebalancing #notallhormonesarethesame #bioidenticalhormonereplacementtherapy #alwayslearning #doctorsaf #lp3network .

Happy #internationalwomensday to all the strong, smart, beautiful women in my life, and all around this globe! #werunthis