Natural Health Solutions
136 3rd Avenue P4N1C5 Timmins, ON, Canada

Truth Bomb Tuesday Yes I said it! All you need is: ... a space (anything from a quiet empty room, to a bathroom stall) a few minutes (as little as 1-2 minutes to a full hour) It may not be easy and may not feel great every single time... but even a "bad meditation" has benefits. So go ahead and try different forms (mantra-based, guided meditation, etc), check out various apps (Headspace, Insight Timer, Calm, etc) or YouTube videos. I challenge you to try it daily for 1 week

Since my IGTV How To video yesterday was on Meditation... I thought I'd share a bit more on it! As May is Mental Health Month, I think it's important to note the impact that meditation can have on our mental health. Research indicates that meditation "promotes functional neuroplastic changes" and specifically impacts the amygdala (which is involved in decision making and emotional responses) to reduce the impacts of stress. Want to know more? Here's a research article (1 of many) diving into how to this happens: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4666115/

We all fail at times... What you make of it is what is important and what defines you!

Happy mother's day to all the moms out there

Truth Bomb Tuesdays We often get stuck in an all or nothing mentality! Have you ever caught yourself saying you'd start going to the gym as of next week because you couldn't go on Monday?... Have you ever given up on your resolution to eat more veggies because you had fast food for lunch. You're not alone!! The good news is that you don't have to go to extremes to see benefits. The article below is a great example of how small shifts can impact your health. https://www.health.harvard.edu//improve-your-health-by-sta Go on, give it a read! I hope you'll feel a little more motivated afterwards Need help in identifying which small behaviours/modifications could have an impact on your specific health concerns? I'd be honoured to help! Book an appointment today! https://naturalhealthsolutions.janeapp.com

Winter is coming and so is The Wild! Stay tuned for more information on The Wild Collective Timmins 2021

My feelings about this weekend

Happy first day of December!!!

You don't have to live feeling less than great all the time! You can choose to change your health for the better. I'd be honoured to help you!

Sweat! It may not look pretty but damn does it feel good! I won't lie... This morning I did not feel like going to the gym! I was tired, and I had a ton of files to finish and some files to prep before my busy workday. As you can guess I got my butt in gear and went anyways... And I'm so happy! So go ahead, ditch those excuses and move your body today!

Make the most of what is left 2020. After athis year has taught us anything it is the importance of prioritizing our health! Did you know that naturopathic appointments and even most blood work) are covered by insurance s? Did you know that Dr. Fortier can even direct bill most providers? https://naturalhealthsolutions.janeapp.com

Did you know there are only 10 weeks left until 2021! Did you also know that naturopathic services are covered by most insurance providers and that I offer direct billing with most providers? Get ahead of your New Year's Resolution, make the most of your benefits and book an appointment! I offer virtual and telephone consults and would love to help optimize your health this year!

Fall has got me craving hygge!!!

Chronic pain, sciatica, low back pain, headaches, anxiety, infertility, hot flashes, insomnia, and digestive concerns. What do these all have in common? Acupuncture has been shown to be beneficial as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for all of the above (and more!)... and I've seen it first hand in practice with many patients!... Curious about acupuncture? Book a discovery call and we can chat and see if it's right for you. Ready to give it a go? Give me a call and I'll be happy to schedule an appointment for you. Reminder: I offer DIRECT BILLING !!!! Why not make the most of your benefits this year!

Feeling tired, wired, anxious, stressed, or just in need of some self-care? This class is for you!!!

Did you know Dr. Christine Fortier ND offers free discovery calls? These 15 minute calls allow you to learn about naturopathic medicine and determine whether it may be what you need to reach your health goals! Book a free 15 minute discovery call today to learn more!... https://naturalhealthsolutions.janeapp.com See more

Prepping next week's The Wild Collective Timmins session on My Detoxification! Cannot wait to dive in and get really geeky about detoxification!

Cold weather = Warm beverages! This is a great alternative to hot chocolate mix for those who are avoiding or intolerant of dairy! The addition of collagen is not only great for joint and skin but also adds bit of protein to support blood sugar regulation (as there is still a fair amount of coconut sugar in this mix!)

I was reminded of this earlier this week! Fear often points us in the direction we need to go. Discomfort is where we grow!

Wishing you all a happy Thanksgiving! Joyeuse action de grâce à tous!!

Just thought you deserved a little reminder!

Chia seed puddings aren't for everyone... but this pumpkin spice latte chia pudding may convert a few! I absolutely love chia seed puddings! They are a great way of boosting the fibre in my diet and make for a great breakfast option, snack or dessert!