The secrets to health and vitality are finding balance and establishing a healthy lifestyle for on-going, lasting results. One of the six principles of Naturopathic Medicine is Doctor as Teacher. In other words, providing patients with tools they can continue to use throughout life rather than a providing a short-term, quick fix solution.

Our modern medical system often focuses on the use of pharmaceutical drugs for symptomatic relief without understanding the root cause of the illness. Dr. Carrie Watkins works closely with each patient to change patterns in nutrition and lifestyle for long-term health and improvement.

A healthy lifestyle is designed to help your body's innate healing abilities so that patients are better able to overcome health challenges in the future and prevent many chronic diseases that are related to years of poor diet, lack of exercise, stress and insomnia.

• Immune support
• Cancer prevention plans
• Prevent  or manage chronic disease - diabetes, arthritis, cardiovascular, digestion
• Reduce pain and inflammation
• Lose weight and keep it off
• Manage stress and insomnia
• Uncover triggers to headaches and migraines

Learn how you can take control of your life and move forward in a health conscious way.

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Detoxify your body and feel the difference. The New Year is the perfect time to start fresh and rejunevnate your body with a tailored detoxification program. Get the best and safest results using herbal medicine that targets your specific needs. This plan also focuses on elimination of inflammatory foods and environmental chemicals while supporting your bodies natural detoxification pathways.

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Naturopathy looks at how the entire body works together to ensure a smooth flow of energy, healthy lymphatic and circulatory systems, proper digestion and assimilation of nutrients and by supporting key players including the liver, kidney, and skin.

• Weight loss
• Increased energy
• Glowing skin
• Healthy digestion
• Increased focus, mood and concentration
• Reduced inflammation
• Pain management

Detoxification is a term that is used imprecisely and frequently in our health conscious society. Typically, detox programs involve increasing fiber while taking herbal preparations that target specific organs and stimulate elimination. Good detox programs should also take into account unique dietary needs, health challenges, possible drug interactions with the herbal supplements and the elimination of inflammatory foods. Skin, as the largest organ in the body, should also be properly cared for during this time. Hydrotherapy, skin brushing, acupunture and massage techniques can be extremely beneficial for total body detoxification. Finally, it is equally important to establish a healthy lifestyle maintenance protocol for long-term health once you have completed your detox; otherwise you will find yourselft back at square one.

With so many products and misinformation out there, it is no wonder people feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to start. What is most important to consider is that every person has individual needs and therefore requires an individual detoxification plan. For instance, popular juice fasts are often undertaken with no medical supervision and can result in uncomfortable side effects, blood sugar imbalances and energy lows if not done correctly. These types of detox programs are quick fixes that often lead to energy crashes and food binges from nutritional deprivation. A proper detoxification program takes into account your unique nutritional habits, lifestyle and health challenges to create a foundation for long-term health. Detoxification programs can help you increase your energy, mood, digestion and overall wellness. If you are considering a detoxification program for the spring or summer, please take the time to get a proper program that is designed for your specific health needs.  

This program involves a 75 minute inital Naturopathic consultation and two follow-up consultations. The program aims to understand all health history, medications, lifestyle and dietary factors. A personalized detoxification program will then be established including a detailed nutritional plan, botanical support, and hydrotherapy guidelines to help stimulate lymphatic flow and circulation.

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Welcome to a holistic approach to weight loss. 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 us is such a way that nutritional needs are met and therefore the body does not crave excess carbs and unhealthy types of fats. For some patients, botanical medicine and supplemental support may be needed when adrenal fatigue, thyroid, anemias or other conditions are affecting metabolism and energy levels. These are determined by assessing blood work, medical intake and physical examination before any protocol is administered.

• Learn about healthy nutrition
• Manage cravings
• Boost your metabolism
• Balance your blood sugar
• Balance your hormones
• Get motivated and supported
• Manage stress and stress related hormones
• Reduce the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases

If you are looking for results that are healthy and lasting, then please call the clinic at 416.738.6757 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

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, ND 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. Psychotherapy services are offered at the clinic for those who may need it in addition to Naturopathic Medicine.

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This program focuses on understanding and treating the root causes of many women’s health conditions including:

• PMS
• Menopausal sympoms: hot flashes, weight gain, irritability, insomnia
• Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
• Fibrocystic breasts
• Breast health and cancer prevention plans
• Irregular menstrual cycles
• 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 intake and physical exam which may include a gynecological exam. 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, supplementaion and acupuncture to bring about balance and support detoxification pathways.

All packages begin with 1 initial intake including physical exam and 2 follow-up sessions.

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