Dr. Scarlett Cooper, ND
109-6758 188th Street V4N 6K2 Surrey, BC, Canada

So simple - make the most of all the wonderful things we have! #coronavirus #covid_19 #covid19 #viral #infection #prevention #healthylifestyle #wellness #selfcare #selflove #protect #getoutside #beautifulbritishcolumbia #naturopathicmedicine

The power of handwashing! Thanks Dr. Moore! #coronavirus #covid_19 #covid19 #viral #infection #prevention #healthylifestyle #hygiene #hygienetips #handhygiene #wellness #selfcare #science #envelope #soap #water #selflove #protect #naturopathicmedicine

It's nearly a week into February - how are those New Years resolutions going?! If better sleep habits was one of yours, I have something to share - one of the best books recommended to me recently is Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker. I'm halfway through and I can already say it's one of the best books I've read in awhile! Often, knowledge helps us to stay motivated because we understand why what we're doing is important. It gives us a heightened sense of purpose. If you ...ever needed more motivation to catch those zzz's, this is it! Another reason why I love my job - doctor as teacher (and lifelong student)! To continuing a happy and healthy 2020! https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34466963-why-we-sleep #sleep #sleephygiene #sleepscience #sleephealth #sleeping #newyearsresolution #naturopathicmedicine #naturopathicdoctor #surreynaturopath

The number of patients who have asked me if I am also a counsellor... I am honoured every time. At this point in my career, I've reached the realization that this is why I love being a naturopathic doctor. Creating a safe space for people to open up about what is going on with them, not just with their physical health but with their mental and emotional health, is the epitome of treating the whole person and truly helping others on their healing journey. Often times, i...t is the first time they are telling their story - the first time they have felt safe enough to do so. From both a professional and personal standpoint, mental and emotional wellness are major cornerstones of our overall health and affect all aspects of our lives. If you need help, please reach out - whether that be to a trusted friend, family member, counsellor, naturopathic doctor... there are so many good people in this world, professionals and otherwise. You may be surprised how comfortable you are opening up when you talk to the right person. https://letstalk.bell.ca/en/ #BellLetsTalk #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalwellness #counselling #counsellor #therapy #therapist #psychology #psychologist #emotionalhealth #emotionalwellness #depression #anxiety #naturopathicmedicine #naturopathicdoctor #surreynaturopath

Use stress as an opportunity to learn and grow Stress is simply part of life - but our perception of stress makes all the difference. To quote psychologist Dr. Kelly McGonigal: "Stress may only be bad for you if you believe that to be the case." A strong antidote? Community - a network of social support - people you can reach out to and count on.... Very engaging, a great listen - 14 minutes https://www.ted.com//kelly_mcgonigal_how_to_make_stress_yo #mentalhealth #stress #stressful #stressedout #cardiovasculardisease #psychology #naturopathicmedicine #naturopathicdoctor #surreynaturopath

By understanding that tough times are part of life, we begin to tune into our resiliency when bad things happen to us and our loved ones The strategies of resilient people outlined by Dr. Lucy Hone are simple yet empowering. While they may be intuitive for some, it requires practice to develop and maintain resiliency, especially when faced with grief and difficult times in life. "You can rise up from adversity. There are strategies that work. It is utterly possible to m...ake yourself think and act in certain ways that help you navigate tough times." I highly recommend having a listen - it's 16 minutes you won't regret https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWH8N-BvhAw #mentalhealth #resiliency #resilient #gratitude #grief #shock #sorrow #naturopathicmedicine #naturopathicdoctor #surreynaturopath

I started writing a gratitude journal five weeks ago, and the effects described in this article are palpable. It's truly amazing! If you're searching for happiness, the answer is within yourself. I suggest to practice expressing gratitude on a daily basis - writing it down can really help! #mentalhealth #gratitude #thankfulness #happiness #naturopathicmedicine #naturopathicdoctor #surreynaturopath https://dailyhealthpost.com/gratitude-rewires-brain-happi/

Motivation Monday - For cardiovascular health, try 'exercise snacks'! These are defined as "20-second strenuous bursts of activity, such as charging up three flights of stairs." I didn't coin the term 'exercise snacks', but it sounds like something I would say #exercise #newyearsresolution #getmoving #cardiovascularhealth #gym #naturopathicmedicine #naturopathicdoctor #surreynaturopath... https://www.cbc.ca//can-i-get-in-better-shape-just-by-movi

Is sleeping better your New Years resolution? The temperature of the room you are sleeping in can make all the difference! Also, this part of the article made me laugh: "Moments like this are the reason science exists: to prove other people wrong. What is the ideal temperature for a bedroom?" Read on! #sleephealth #sleep #sleeping #newyearsresolution #naturopathicmedicine #naturopathicdoctor #surreynaturopath... https://www.theatlantic.com//a/2019/12/sleep-cold/604111/

Stepping into not only a new year, but a new decade, is certainly cause for reflection. On a personal note, the past decade of my life has included an incredible amount of growth and has built so much strength within me. It has prepared me for the next chapter of my journey. And so I ask you - what can you bring with you on the next chapter of your journey, and what can you give thanks for and gracefully leave behind? ~*~ With warmth and kindness for a beautiful 2020, Dr. Scarlett Cooper

Yikes, Canada - what's in your water? "At high levels of exposure, lead can damage the prefrontal cortex, contribute to anti-social behaviour and behavioural problems in children, cause prenatal growth abnormalities and is an established risk factor for hypertension, chronic kidney disease and tremors in adults ... [Lead] has been linked with not only IQ deficits in children, but spontaneous abortion and miscarriage in women, pre-term birth in women, hypertension in adults, premature deaths from cardiovascular disease in adults..." #tapwater #Canada #drinkingwater #water #lead #heavymetals #hypertension #chronickidneydisease #miscarriage #cardiovasculardisease #cardiovascularhealth #heartdisease #hearthealth https://globalnews.ca//canada-tapwater-high-lead-levels-i/

Yes! I see burn-out frequently in my practice. There is so much that can be done to treat and prevent this! #naturopathicdoctor #naturopathicmedicine #naturopath #surreynaturopath #claytonheights #cloverdale #nutrition #healthyliving #health #wellness #foodismedicine

Between my private practice and my academic position at the Boucher Institute, there are so many things I love about being a naturopathic doctor. Have a listen! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmKHkve2Co0&feature=youtu.be #naturopathicdoctor #naturopathicmedicine #naturopath #ND #boucher #boucherinstitute #BINM #healthyliving #prevention #preventivemedicine #doctorasteacher #nutrition #acupuncture #herbalmedicine