Category: Health

PCOS Is Now PMOS: What the Name Change Means

Post author:Rebecca Rowett – Health & Wellness Blogs
Post published:2026-09-23
Post category:Health

PCOS has a new name—PMOS. Dr. Holly Paraschuk, ND explains what the change means, why it better reflects the condition’s hormonal and metabolic complexity, and what it means for diagnosis and treatment.

The Constipation Cycle in Kids — And How to Break It

Post author:Rebecca Rowett – Health & Wellness Blogs
Post published:2026-09-15
Post category:Health

Childhood constipation is more common than you think. Dr. Laeticia Domagalski, ND breaks down how to spot it early, ease the cycle, and know when it's time to bring in extra support.

Which Probiotic Do I Use, and When? A Pharmacist’s Practical Guide to Choosing the Right Probiotic

Post author:Rebecca Rowett – Health & Wellness Blogs
Post published:2026-08-28
Post category:Health

Not all probiotics are created equal. Pharmacist Dr. Adam Livingston breaks down which probiotic to choose for everyday gut health, antibiotics, travel, digestive issues, and more.

The Flu Vaccine: What Are Your Options This Year?

Post author:Rebecca Rowett – Health & Wellness Blogs
Post published:2026-08-27
Post category:Health

Explore this year’s flu vaccine options from a pharmacist’s perspective, including the traditional shot, needle-free nasal spray, and practical ways to support your immune health this flu season.

The In-Between Years: A Stage Nobody Named

Post author:Rebecca Rowett – Health & Wellness Blogs
Post published:2026-08-19
Post category:Health

Somewhere in the middle of the roles, the stress, and the constant switching, one of the first things that quietly slips away is desire. Dr. Emma Pollon-MacLeod, ND opens up about the stage of life nobody's named — the years between postpartum and perimenopause — and why putting pleasure back on the list isn't an indulgence. It's part of finding your way back to yourself.

How Nutrition Connects Your Metabolism, Gut, and Energy

Post author:NutriChem Staff
Post published:2026-08-12
Post category:Health

Food gives you energy. Obvious. What's less obvious is the route it takes to get there, and that route runs through more of your body than most of us picture.…

Integrative Health: Why You Need a Naturopath and Compounding Pharmacy in Ottawa

Post author:NutriChem Staff
Post published:2026-05-19
Post category:Health

Integrative healthcare combines naturopathic support, pharmacy expertise, and personalized wellness strategies under one roof.

The Role of Testosterone in the Female Body: Part 2

Post author:Rebecca Rowett – Health & Wellness Blogs
Post published:2026-03-06
Post category:Health Naturopathic Services

In Part 2 of this series, Dr. Sophie Pollon-MacLeod, ND examines testosterone replacement therapy in menopausal women, including current research, potential benefits and risks, and why access to treatment remains limited in Canada.

When “Normal” Labs Aren’t Enough: The Inflammation Marker You Should Know

Post author:Rebecca Rowett – Health & Wellness Blogs
Post published:2026-03-04
Post category:Health Naturopathic Services

Cholesterol and routine labs can look perfectly normal while hidden inflammation quietly raises your risk for heart disease. One key marker that can reveal this risk is C-reactive protein (CRP). In this article, Dr. Laeticia Domagalski, ND explains why CRP matters and how lifestyle strategies can help lower inflammation and protect long-term heart health.

The Gut–Heart Axis: How Intestinal Health Impacts Cardiovascular Risk

Post author:Rebecca Rowett – Health & Wellness Blogs
Post published:2026-03-02
Post category:Health

Emerging research shows that heart health isn’t just about cholesterol — it’s deeply connected to the health of your gut. In this insightful article, Dr. Holly Paraschuk, ND explores the gut–heart axis and shares key nutrition and lifestyle strategies to reduce inflammation and protect cardiovascular health.