Dr. Katie Rothwell, ND
103-93 Bell Farm Rd L4M 5G1 Barrie, ON, Canada

I love seeing articles that challenge some of our widely accepted health advice. Here's some food (or water?!) for thought on the old adage of the need for 8 glasses of water per day. If you're thirsty, drink. Simple! ... https://peterattiamd.com/do-i-really-need-8-glasses-of-wat/

The countdown is on! 3 weeks left until I head off on Maternity leave My August schedule is filling up quickly, so don't delay if you need to book an appointment! Dr. Morgan Ramsay will be covering my practice until January and will be taking excellent care of all my patients while I'm off getting to know baby and motherhood

WHAT’s IN MY FRIDGE . Another new veggie in our @simcoeharvest box. Carosello Italian cucumber! (Or is it a melon?) . This fuzzy green guy tastes pretty much the same as your grocery store variety english cucumber, but a little bit of googling tells me it’s actually considered to be a melon.... . A young carosello tastes more like cucumber, while a mature one more like melon. I washed and peeled mine and used it to make a delish greek salad for dinner tonight. . Any carosello expert out there?! . . #food #nutrition #newfood #getyourveggies #veggies #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimotosdisease #hashimotosthyroiditis See more

Looking a bit different as I get back to in-office visits . I am so excited to share with you all that my husband and I are expecting our first baby in early September . I will be seeing patients virtually and in office until September 1st and then off for a brief maternity leave until January 2021. All my patients will be taken excellent care of by @drmorganramsay in my absence ... . If you want to book an appointment with me before I leave, you can call the office or book online through our website! . Huge shout out to all my pregnant mamas creating life in the chaos that has been this year See more

WHAT’S IN MY FRIDGE . These may look like a weird fingerling potato, but it’s actually a jerusalem artichoke! . This root veggie is high in vitamins, minerals and iron. It’s been studied for improving blood sugar levels, and is mega high in gut loving prebiotics... . Also called Sunchokes, these beauties came in our @simcoeharvest box this week - just one of the reasons I love veggie boxes is trying new foods and flavours I probably never would have picked up myself at the grocery store . These beauties will be roasted with EVOO and garlic and enjoyed with dinner . . . #prebiotics #fiber #gutlover #naturopath #nutrition #eatyourveggies See more

Oh hey summer . Need a refreshing summer drink? Blend watermelon and ice, with a touch of lime. Easy peasy and so tasty. . .... . #hellosummer #fresh #watermelon #thyroidnd #naturopathicmedicine #naturopathicdoctor See more

The countdown is on! 3 weeks left until I head off on Maternity leave My August schedule is filling up quickly, so don't delay if you need to book an appointment! Dr. Morgan Ramsay will be covering my practice until January and will be taking excellent care of all my patients while I'm off getting to know baby and motherhood

WHATs IN MY FRIDGE . Another new veggie in our @simcoeharvest box. Carosello Italian cucumber! (Or is it a melon?) . This fuzzy green guy tastes pretty much the same as your grocery store variety english cucumber, but a little bit of googling tells me its actually considered to be a melon.... . A young carosello tastes more like cucumber, while a mature one more like melon. I washed and peeled mine and used it to make a delish greek salad for dinner tonight. . Any carosello expert out there?! . . #food #nutrition #newfood #getyourveggies #veggies #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimotosdisease #hashimotosthyroiditis See more

Looking a bit different as I get back to in-office visits . I am so excited to share with you all that my husband and I are expecting our first baby in early September . I will be seeing patients virtually and in office until September 1st and then off for a brief maternity leave until January 2021. All my patients will be taken excellent care of by @drmorganramsay in my absence ... . If you want to book an appointment with me before I leave, you can call the office or book online through our website! . Huge shout out to all my pregnant mamas creating life in the chaos that has been this year See more

WHAT’S IN MY FRIDGE . It’s time for another fun segment of what’s in my fridge! . What is this?!?!... . It’s a celery root, also called celeriac. It came this week in our @simcoeharvest box and I’m going to be honest I have no idea what to do with it! . Celeriac is a root vegetable similar to parsnip or turnip often used in soups, stews, as a hash, or mashed as a potato sub-in. It’s high in gut loving fibre and prebiotics, but is actually a low FODMAP veggie. It’s also high in vitamins (like B6) and minerals. . It may not be the prettiest vegetable but I’m looking forward to making something delicious with it. Do you have any favourite recipes or ways to use celeriac?? I would to hear them. . . . #rootvegetables #celeriac #fodmap #ibs #eatlocal #barrienaturopath #thyroidnd #thyroidhealing #hypothyroidism #hashimotos See more

WHATS IN MY FRIDGE . These may look like a weird fingerling potato, but its actually a jerusalem artichoke! . This root veggie is high in vitamins, minerals and iron. Its been studied for improving blood sugar levels, and is mega high in gut loving prebiotics... . Also called Sunchokes, these beauties came in our @simcoeharvest box this week - just one of the reasons I love veggie boxes is trying new foods and flavours I probably never would have picked up myself at the grocery store . These beauties will be roasted with EVOO and garlic and enjoyed with dinner . . . #prebiotics #fiber #gutlover #naturopath #nutrition #eatyourveggies See more

Greek salad season is back and I’m all Double tap if you’re a greek salad lover, and tell me your favourite version! . . . #greeksalad #bigasssalads #nutrition #naturopath #barrienaturopath

Oh hey summer . Need a refreshing summer drink? Blend watermelon and ice, with a touch of lime. Easy peasy and so tasty. . .... . #hellosummer #fresh #watermelon #thyroidnd #naturopathicmedicine #naturopathicdoctor See more

Okay okay, before you hear me out I will admit my chocolate bias. I love it. A lot. I have chocolate almost every day. So the thought of telling someone not to eat chocolate just goes against every fiber of my being. If you've been following my page for a while you've probably noticed I'm not a fan of restrictive one-size-fits all diets. So when a patient asks me if they can 'still eat chocolate', I say "heck yes!" You don't have to stop eating chocolate. Just ...eat 'better' chocolate. Here's what I mean by 'better'. Dark chocolate (>70%) has more cocoa and less sugar, dairy, and 'other' ingredients. In most situations, it's these non-cocoa ingredients that may be causing issues. In fact, cocoa has many potential health benefits! It's high in minerals like iron, magnesium, zinc and copper. It also has high amounts of polyphenols and flavonoids which are anti-oxidants and anti-inflammatory. The benefits of cocoa have been studied on heart health, mood enhancement, blood pressure, and even diabetes and weight management. So pick a dark chocolate, cocao nibs, or cocao powder and get your chocolate fix. Eat it for the health benefits or just because (like me) you <3 it. (and yes, I was eating chocolate while writing this post) #chocolatelover #cocao #cocoa #chocolate #polyphenols #flavonoids #catechins #antioxidant #antiinflammatory #nutrition #naturopath #thyroidnd #naturalthyroid See more

Cutest. Apple. Ever. Today has kind of sucked (why is it snowing? ) and then we found this apple in our @simcoeharvest box how cool is that. P.S. It was also delicious

You asked, We Delivered! The Reboot starts May 18th and we're offering it at our lowest price yet Maybe you're...... - cooking up a storm during quarantine and looking for new inspiration - a busy mom who feels like she's made dinner 200 times in the last month - or just tired of sourdough bread and ready for a new challenge This Reboot is for you! Link in Bio for more info and to sign up! #hypothyroidism #hashimotos #hashiwarrior #ibs #sibo #guthealth #yourthyroidnd #tshsucks #aip #thyroidhealing #thyroidproblems #thyroidwarrior #ndt #loveyourthyroid #hashinomo #estrogen #hormones See more

This was a neat little study on a combination of spirulina, curcumin and boswelia on benign (non cancerous) thyroid nodules. After 12 weeks of treatment 85% of patients treated with the combination saw a reduction in the size of their thyroid nodules https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6691239/

WHATS IN MY FRIDGE . Its time for another fun segment of whats in my fridge! . What is this?!?!... . Its a celery root, also called celeriac. It came this week in our @simcoeharvest box and Im going to be honest I have no idea what to do with it! . Celeriac is a root vegetable similar to parsnip or turnip often used in soups, stews, as a hash, or mashed as a potato sub-in. Its high in gut loving fibre and prebiotics, but is actually a low FODMAP veggie. Its also high in vitamins (like B6) and minerals. . It may not be the prettiest vegetable but Im looking forward to making something delicious with it. Do you have any favourite recipes or ways to use celeriac?? I would to hear them. . . . #rootvegetables #celeriac #fodmap #ibs #eatlocal #barrienaturopath #thyroidnd #thyroidhealing #hypothyroidism #hashimotos See more

Greek salad season is back and Im all Double tap if youre a greek salad lover, and tell me your favourite version! . . . #greeksalad #bigasssalads #nutrition #naturopath #barrienaturopath

Cutest. Apple. Ever. Today has kind of sucked (why is it snowing? ) and then we found this apple in our @simcoeharvest box how cool is that. P.S. It was also delicious

Looking for menopause solutions? Last chance to register for my next webinar! It's happening live tomorrow (that's Tuesday if you're like me and forgotten what day it is... ) at 6pm.... If you can't make it live, no worries. All registrants will be sent a video replay :) https://rooted.webinarninja.com/live-webin/275495/register

You asked, We Delivered! The Reboot starts May 18th and we're offering it at our lowest price yet Maybe you're...... - cooking up a storm during quarantine and looking for new inspiration - a busy mom who feels like she's made dinner 200 times in the last month - or just tired of sourdough bread and ready for a new challenge This Reboot is for you! Link in Bio for more info and to sign up! #hypothyroidism #hashimotos #hashiwarrior #ibs #sibo #guthealth #yourthyroidnd #tshsucks #aip #thyroidhealing #thyroidproblems #thyroidwarrior #ndt #loveyourthyroid #hashinomo #estrogen #hormones See more

A few weeks ago I had the honour of joining my colleague Dr. Jordan Robertson for a podcast recording all about the thyroid . We discussed some shortfalls of our current screening system, optimal labs, and where women may be falling through the cracks. . Give it a listen @drjordannd .... . . #yourthyroidnd #barrienaturopath #thyroidhealth #hashimotos #hashimotosdisease #hashimotosthyroiditis #thyroidcare #naturalthyroid See more

Looking for menopause solutions? Last chance to register for my next webinar! It's happening live tomorrow (that's Tuesday if you're like me and forgotten what day it is... ) at 6pm.... If you can't make it live, no worries. All registrants will be sent a video replay :) https://rooted.webinarninja.com/live-webin/275495/register

I needed a little extra dose of self love today, so I started my day with a chocolate smoothie and ended with this cozy bedtime yoga routine. 10/10 would recommend this combo! My colleague Dr. Whitney Young and I recently did a video on self care during covid. If you need more support in this area check it out on our Rooted facebook page https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jHZPtn15agE

I switched up my normal morning smoothie for this chocolate, PB and banana recipe because... why not? I halfed the recipe, added my favourite protein powder, used cacao, and skipped the vanilla. If youre like me and digging some chocolate this morning, check it out ... https://www.cookingclassy.com/chocolate-peanut-butter-bana/

Hot flashes don't follow quarantine rules... Join me for this 'hot' topic webinar on April 14th! This is the perfect webinar for women anywhere from 40-60+ years old who feel like they're on a HoRmoNaL RoLLerCoAstEr ... I'll tell you what's actually going on in your body AND we'll cover the solutions to your most common menopause concerns. Hot flashes, insomnia, mood changes, irregular periods and more. This isn't your Mother's menopause. You don't need to suffer! https://rooted.webinarninja.com/live-webina/275495/register

I made this yesterday with some canned beans we had in the pantry. Simple but so good! https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/marinated-mixed-beans

Join our Rooted Community for 7 days of Gratitude challenge starting Monday March 30th! We are evolutionarily wired to see the negative. It's just how are brains are made. Unfortunately, it can also make us focus more on what's NOT going right. We dwell on past events, worry about the future, and often our days can look more 'bad' than 'good'. Many members of our community that we have talked to in the last week are experiencing the same thing - fear, loss of control, anxiety..., overwhelm, worry about the future, uncertainty about what's to come. Gratitude can be your anchor to spot the joy. For 7 days we'll be sharing 1-3 things that we're grateful for in text, picture, or gif! We hope you join in and spread the joy and positivity. Join our group below to get in on the gratitude action! Hope to see you there :) https://www.facebook.com/groups/rooteds7daysofgratitude

Sharing another one of my favourite at-home resources! Fitness blender offers tons of free workout videos for all ages and experience. Best of all they have a great down to earth approach to health and fitness https://www.fitnessblender.com/

My go-to meditation app is giving a little extra. Please share this free resource of mediations, stories, music and more for those looking for a little more calm in their lives right now https://www.calm.com/blog/take-a-deep-breath

More research supporting the importance of Vitamin D for hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's disease. This 2020 study looked at over 5000 patients with Hashimoto's disease. Those with Hashimoto's had lower levels of vitamin D. When Vitamin D levels were raised, they saw an improvement in TSH, FT4 and FT3 levels. Vitamin D can help to support your thyroid hormone levels and reduce your thyroid antibodies. If you haven't had your Vitamin D tested, ask your MD or ND for this simple b...lood test so you know how much supplementation you need. More isn't always better! https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/32117049

We will be closing our physical office as of 6pm Tuesday March 17th and moving all care to telemedicine / virtual visits. At this time we welcome all new or existing patients to book online through our website or give us a call at 705-792-6717 For more information please read our newsletter below or check our website for the most up-to-date information.... We will be monitoring the situation on a week by week basis and continue to update you :) Stay well friends! https://mailchi.mp/rootedinhe/our-response-to-covid-3394761

A good reminder - with the next few weeks seeming a bit unpredictable, don't forget to make sure you have at least a month supply of all essential medications (along with toilet paper ) Prepare? Yes. Panic? No. Deep breaths everyone :) Sending calm and comforting virtual hugs your way.

Thyroid antibodies that won't come down? Consider testing for B. Hominis. Blastocystis Hominis (Blasto for short) is a very common digestive parasitic infection that's found in many of us. Blasto may be linked to certain health conditions. In this recent study, those with Blasto had higher levels of IL-17, which is an inflammatory cytokine involved in the process of Hashimoto's Disease. Once Blasto was tested for and eradicated in those with Hashimoto's Disease, IL-17 decre...ased AND so did TPO antibodies. It also improved TSH! Blasto can be tested with a simple stool test through your local lab. Testing for parasites is best done with 3 separate stool samples. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/32128107

Did you know that there is a link between Hashimotos disease and thyroid cancer? . Yes, having Hashimotos seems to increase the risk of certain types of thyroid cancer - specifically papillary thyroid cancer. . Autoimmune thyroid disorders like Hashimotos increase inflammation within the thyroid gland. And chronic inflammation is a risk factor for cancer ... . Signs and symptoms of thyroid cancer include thyroid nodules (lumps or bumps), swelling, trouble swallowing or feeling like something is stuck in your throat, chronic cough, hoarseness, or other changes in voice. . If you have Hashimotos disease you should be screened for the above symptoms, have your thyroid palpated by a professional, and be referred for a thyroid ultrasound. . I recommend almost all my Hashimotos patient to have a screening / baseline ultrasound performed. An ultrasound is the best way to identify nodules or lumps. Most are benign (not harmful) however if they are a certain size or look a certain way then a biopsy should be done to rule out thyroid cancer. . Have you ever had a thyroid ultrasound? . . . https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30081426-thyroid-autoimmun/ . https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22931861-both-thyroid-auto/ . #thyca #thyroidcancer #thyroidultrasound #ultrasound #hashimotos #hashimotosdisease #cancer #inflammation #autoimmune

Last chance to register for tonight's webinar! This webinar is perfect for women anywhere from 40-60 years old who are experiencing symptoms related to hormones changes, perimenopause, and menopause. Things like: insomnia, weight gain, hot flashes, heavy or unpredictable periods, mood changes and more!... The good news is that there ARE solutions. We'll be covering the WHAT, the WHY, and the HOW. This is a live webinar that you can watch through your computer, tablet or phone. If you can't make it live, no worries, you will be sent a reply to watch on your own time. Click below for more info and to register! https://rooted.webinarninja.com/live-webina/179554/register

We are starting off the year with an amazing webinar! This webinar is perfect for women anywhere from 40-60 years old who are experiencing symptoms related to hormones changes, perimenopause, or menopause. Things like.... insomnia, weight gain, hot flashes, heavy or unpredictable periods, mood changes and more! ... The good news is that there ARE solutions. We'll be covering the WHAT, the WHY, and the HOW (to get you feeling better!) This is a live webinar that you can watch through your computer, tablet or phone. If you can't make it live, no worries, you will be sent a reply to watch on your own time. Click below for more info and to register! Share with your friends and I hope to see you there! https://rooted.webinarninja.com/live-webina/179554/register

Hashimotos disease is commonly associated with atrophic gastritis and celiac disease (2 other autoimmune conditions of the gut) These gut conditions can lead to multiple nutrient deficiencies, anemias, and poor absorption of medications. Those with Hashimotos (and I would argue Graves disease too) should be screened for potential autoimmune conditions of the digestive system as well.... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/31864909/

Mondays vibes Not sure who else needs to hear this today but... just start. . Put fear in its place and just begin. One step at a time. Do what you can, when you can. It all counts. ... . . . #mondayvibes #motivationmonday #motivation #juststart #naturopathicmedicine #naturopathicdoctor #barriend #barrienaturopath #thyroiddoc #yourthyroidnd #naturalthyroid See more

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Current outfit inspired by: restorative yoga chilly (almost winter) evenings snorkelling pugs ... Stay cozy, friends . . . #matching #patterns #fashionista #comfortcozies #naturopathicmedicine #barrienaturopath #thyroiddoc

WHATS IN MY FRIDGE??? . Leeks! . Were making a leek and potato soup today in the @instantpotofficial and somehow they ended up in the shape of a Christmas tree ... . Leeks have a mild onion flavour and are part of the allium family along with garlic, shallots, onions and scallions. Theyre high in fibre as well as vitamins A and C, which makes them great for supporting the immune system . Trim the dark green tops and slice lengthwise, then chop into thin slices. Use in soups, quiche, stirfry or simple sautéed with your favourite veggies . Do you have a favourite leek recipe? . . . #inmyfridge #leeks #sunday #inthekitchen #naturopathic #barrienaturopath #thyroiddoc #yourthyroidnd See more

A good day for a winter harvest bowl . Roasted Brussel sprouts, squash and beets served on spinach and quinoa. Topped with goat cheese, pecans, balsamic glaze and bacon . Stay warm, friends!... . . . #thyroidhealing #dinner #thyroiddoc #barrienaturopath #nutrition #wholefoods #foodstagram See more

GUYS, ITS NOVEMBER. I have a hard time with November. Last year the weather was so grey and it hit me extra hard. My sweet husband drove around for 3 hours one day trying to find me a light therapy lamp. Light therapy lamps work by supporting our circadian rhythm and neurotransmitters. If you experience seasonal affective disorder (SAD), low mood and fatigue over the fall and winter, light therapy could help ... Heres what you need to know: Many light therapy lamps arent strong enough. Look for a lamp that emits 10 000 lux of brightness when youre sitting 2 feet away - and that is UV filtered Get 15-30 minutes per day as soon as possible after waking up. Dont use later in the day or before bed as the light is stimulating and will prevent melatonin production. The light needs to hit your eyes, but dont look directly into it. If you have any eye conditions you should see your optometrist before starting use. Have you tried a light therapy lamp? Would you? Happy November everyone! See more

Remember when you were a child? Or maybe you have a kid or two at home? Bedtime is a serious process. Wind down. Bath time. Read a few books. Snuggles and maybe a back rub. Then off to dreamland Mess with the routine and you mess with the sleep! . We seem to intuitively know that babies and kids need quiet time before snooze-ville, so why do we expect that us adult counterparts can go-go-go all day long, crawl into bed, and fall (and stay!) asleep all night long??? . Our br...ains are running at a 100 miles an hour most of the day - we cant expect it to just shut off immediately the moment were lying in bed. #sorrynotsorry . So put yourself to bed like a baby. Foster a bed-time routine and stick to it. Give yourself some wind down time before bed (TV or scrolling IG doesnt count!). Choose a before bed activity that relaxes your brain - yoga, reading, sex , or a walk around the block. . For more sleep support come visit us at @rooted_naturopathic_clinic . #sleep #sleeptime #dreamland #destress #sleeproutine #sleephygiene #sleeplikeababy #naturopathicdoctor #naturopathicmedicine #thyroidnd #barriend See more

It isn't perimenopause... is it?! I'm working on an info session on how we can help you navigate menopause symptom free. What are your 'burning' (ha!) perimenopause and menopause questions? Post them below or send me a message :)

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