Reset your metabolism, lose weight and keep it off!

Naturopathic Medicine incorporates healthy rules that work to lose weight and change your lifestyle for long-term lasting results. Weight loss for the long-term is a multi level process that involves eating foods that support our nutritional needs so that the body does not crave excess carbs and unhealthy types of fats.

A slow metabolism or low energy levels can greatly affect weight loss success. Some conditions that may slow down weight loss include adrenal fatigue, low thyroid, iron deficiency anemia, vitamin B12 deficiency. 

GET RESULTS WITH A FULL WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM

1 initial naturopathic consultation: 75 minutes - indepth intake to establish health care goals and nutrition plan

Blood work to assess key metabolic markers: thyroid, vitamin B12, complete blood count, glucose, cholesterol, DHEA

5 short follow-up visits  weekly or bi-weekly: 20 minute sessions for weigh-in and personalized treatment options

Supplements and Vitamin B12 injections are not included but may be indicated for certain individuals

  NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE CONSULTATIONS ARE NOW COVERED BY MANY EXTENDED INSURANCE PLANS

DR CARRIE WATKINS | NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR IN VICTORIA BC

VICTORIA MASSAGE THERAPY AND HEALTH SOLUTIONS CLINIC 

Combine techniques in acupuncture, botanical medicine, detoxification, nutritional support and lifestyle counselling to promote the health of your reproductive system and enhance fertility.

Naturopathic Medicine can have wonderful benefits for many aspects of fertility:

• Support for coming off the Birth Control Pill and planning to get pregnant
• Identifying irregularities in menstrual cycles and bringing back balance
• Balancing hormones  
• Understanding your bodies signals to optimize chances of conception
• Nutritional and supplemental support for your body and mind
• Psychotherapy for the emotional aspect of conception and infertility

Dr. Carrie Watkins teaches you how to understand your cycles and signals from your body to optimize fertility chances. By combining western medical teachings with traditional chinese medicine and alternative treatments, we are able to bring balance back to your cycles, nourish your uterine lining and support a healthy conception through pregancy and beyond.

Acupuncture treatments are often used to enhance certain aspects of the menstrual cycle to acheive balance and promote a healthy uterine lining. Acupuncture treatments and timing depends on each individuals unique health picture. A diagnosis in Chinese Medicine is based on charting your menstrual cycle along with patterns of sleep, eating, temperature, tongue, pulse, emotional state, lifestyle and many other factors.

A complete fertility plan also incorporates proper nutrition, vitamins and minerals which are critical to supporting a healthy pregnancy both for you and your unborn child. In addition, it is very important to understand the safe use of herbal remedies in fertility and pregnancy and this should only be done by a trained and experienced health care practitioner.

Fertility concerns also bring with it an emotional component that must also be considered and supported throughout the process. Counseling services are offered at the clinic for those who may need it in addition to Naturopathic Medicine.

DR CARRIE WATKINS | NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR IN VICTORIA BC

VICTORIA MASSAGE THERAPY AND HEALTH SOLUTIONS CLINIC 

Women have a unique set of health concerns that are often misunderstood and treated with a blanket prescription of birth control drugs. Naturopathic Medicine focuses on understanding and treating the root causes of many women’s health conditions including:

• PMS
• Menopausal symptoms: hot flashes, weight gain, irritability, insomnia
• Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
• Fibrocystic breasts
• Breast health and cancer prevention plans
• Pre-conception plan
• Fertility concerns
• Irregular menstrual cycles
• Thyroid imbalances
• Weight management
• Mood, energy, fatigue

Hormonal imbalances whether from lifestyle, genetic predisposition or exposure to xeno-estrogens can create health challenges that affect mood, energy, metabolism, menstrual cycle, fertility, skin and one's overall sense of well-being.

The first step involves a thorough medical history and intake including assessment of diet, lifestyle, health conditions and cycle patterns. Hormone testing, thyroid panels and iron panels are examples of common medical laboratory testing that may be recommended in the assessment of women's health concerns.

Treatments vary according to individual needs and may include clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, supplementation and acupuncture to bring about balance and support detoxification pathways.

DR CARRIE WATKINS | NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR IN VICTORIA BC

VICTORIA MASSAGE THERAPY AND HEALTH SOLUTIONS CLINIC 

Pain has the power to overwhelm all our other senses and can influence every aspect of a persons life experience. Muscle pain, joint inflammation, arthritis and body aches are examples of common chronic conditions that can benefit from a more holistic approach. Naturoapthic treatment focuses on reducing inflammation through nutrition, hydrotherapy, acupuncture and therapeutic herbal support.

Furthermore, there is a strong mental-emotional component to pain management as patients often feel isolated and restricted.

Naturopathic therapies can help you to overcome the following: 

• Fibromyalgia
• Chronic fatigue
• Arthritis
• Inflammation
• Sport injuries
• Muscle tensions
• Headaches
• Menstrual cramping 

DR CARRIE WATKINS | NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR IN VICTORIA BC

VICTORIA MASSAGE THERAPY AND HEALTH SOLUTIONS CLINIC