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Andrea Gri, Naturopathic Doctor

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Andrea Gri, Naturopathic Doctor

Naturopathic doctor who focuses her practice on women's hormonal and metabolic health.

Dr. Gri, ND is a licensed naturopathic physician with a passion for promoting health, wellness and integrative medicine. As a clinician, she focuses her practice on fertility, nutrition, weight loss, and women’s health. Her goal is to inspire, motivate, and empower others to make positive lifestyle choices in order to live well and achieve their best state of health.

10/24/2025

When it comes to weight management, we often focus on appetite, metabolism, and hormones — and yes, they’re all important.

But there’s another piece that’s often overlooked, especially for busy women:
✨ Signals of safety.

When your body doesn’t interpret your environment as safe — when it’s stuck in constant go-go-go, do-do-do mode — it shifts into conservation mode.
That means holding on to energy (and fat), tightening metabolism, and making it harder to lose weight.

But when your body feels safe — calm, present, and grounded — it can shift into release mode.
That’s when you’re able to burn energy efficiently, regulate appetite, and support healthy weight loss.

🧘‍♀️ Quick tip to try:
Before your next meal, pause and take 3 slow, mindful breaths.
Notice the smell of your food, the colours, the textures — and then begin eating.

Make this your weekend mindfulness challenge:
👉 Take 3 mindful breaths before lunch or dinner and see how it changes your experience.

Let me know how it goes — I’d love to hear what you notice. 💜

10/22/2025

“I’m eating healthy… I’m exercising… so why isn’t anything working anymore?”

If that sounds familiar — you’re not alone.
So many women in their 40s tell me they’re doing everything right, yet their body suddenly feels like it’s stopped responding.

Here’s why ⬇️

As estrogen begins to fluctuate in perimenopause, it affects two key things:
💫 Insulin sensitivity — meaning your body becomes less efficient at managing blood sugar and storing energy.
💫 Muscle maintenance — since estrogen helps preserve lean muscle, lower levels can slow metabolism and make it easier to gain fat, even without changing how you eat.

So no — your body isn’t “broken.” It’s just changing.

✨ One simple place to start:
Add 2 strength-training sessions per week to help rebuild muscle, improve insulin sensitivity, and reignite your metabolism.

To know if this hormonal pattern might be showing up for you, take my short quiz — it’s quick and eye-opening.
💜 Link in bio.

10/20/2025

The Menopause Society puts it perfectly:

“The bottom line on weight gain in menopause is — you have to run to stay in place.”

And for many women, it really does feel that way.

I often hear:
“I’m eating well and exercising, but nothing seems to work anymore.”
That frustration is valid — because your body, hormones, and life circumstances are all different now.

What worked ten years ago may not work the same way today — and that’s not your fault.

There’s a common hormonal pattern I see again and again in practice that often gets missed, but can quietly block sustainable weight management.

I’ve created a short quiz to help you see if this pattern might be showing up for you.

💜 Click the link in my bio to take the quiz.

10/18/2025

Today, on World Menopause Day, I’m joining women worldwide in raising awareness about this year’s theme: Lifestyle Medicine.
Because nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress management don’t just shape how we feel in midlife — they shape how we function.

Here’s why this conversation matters ⬇️
📊 2 million working women in Canada are between 45–55 — the prime years for perimenopause and menopause.

💼 1 in 10 women will leave the workforce due to unmanaged menopause symptoms.
📅 Vasomotor symptoms (like hot flashes and night sweats) are linked to higher absenteeism and reduced work ability.

💰 Untreated symptoms lead to more healthcare visits and higher costs for individuals and employers alike.

Earlier this week, I had the privilege of leading a Lunch & Learn on “Menopause in the Workplace — What Every Woman Needs to Know.”
Because menopause doesn’t pause your career — and it shouldn’t limit your potential.

Let’s continue to create workplaces where women in midlife are seen, supported, and able to thrive.

💜 Here’s to rewriting the menopause story — together.

10/15/2025

Today I’m speaking at a Lunch & Learn on “Menopause in the Workplace — What Every Woman Needs to Know.”

We’re talking about real-life strategies for navigating symptoms, optimizing energy, and creating supportive environments where women in midlife can continue to perform, lead, and thrive.

Because menopause doesn’t pause your career — and it shouldn’t limit your potential.

If your workplace is interested in a Menopause in the Workplace session, send me a DM — I’d love to bring this conversation to your organization.

Let’s make workplaces menopause-inclusive, one conversation at a time. 💜

10/13/2025

This Thanksgiving, I’m sharing one of my favourite seasonal treats — a wholesome pumpkin bread by !

This pumpkin bread is made with whole wheat flour and naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup. It’s moist, fluffy, and delicious!

Recipe Snapshot:
🕙 Prep 10 min | Bake 55 min | Yields 1 loaf

Key Ingredients:
• ⅓ cup melted coconut
• ½ cup maple syrup
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup pumpkin purée (real pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling)
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 ¾ cups whole wheat flour
• 1 ½ teaspoons pumpkin spice blend
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Optional: walnuts, chocolate chips

Directions:
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9×5" loaf pan.
2️⃣ In a large bowl, whisk together oil + maple syrup, then add eggs.
3️⃣ Stir in pumpkin purée, milk, spices, baking soda, vanilla, salt.
4️⃣ Gently fold in flour (and any mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips). Don’t overmix!
5️⃣ Pour batter into pan, sprinkle with cinnamon, and (optional) swirl with a knife for a pretty top.
6️⃣ Bake 55–60 min until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before slicing.

✨ Storage: Keeps 2–3 days at room temp, 5–7 days in the fridge, or up to 3 months in the freezer (slice before freezing for easy grab-and-go).

Full recipe & notes: https://cookieandkate.com/healthy-pumpkin-bread-recipe/

📸 Screenshot this recipe and save it for later!

10/10/2025

So many of us live in constant go-go-go mode.
The problem? That pace keeps your body locked in fight-or-flight, raising cortisol and amplifying stress.

Chronic stress doesn’t just affect your mood — it can:
⚡ Spike cravings
⚡ Disrupt sleep
⚡ Encourage fat storage (especially around the belly)
⚡ Make weight management feel harder than it should

The undervalued tool? Mindfulness.
When you pause — even for just a few deep breaths — you give yourself the chance to tune in and ask:
🌿 What does my body need right now?

Whatever comes up, ask yourself:
✨ How can I honour that for myself this weekend?

💜 Comment a “💜” when you take your mindful moment — let’s show support for each other in slowing down!

10/08/2025

🥷 Hormonal ninjas also affect hunger, fullness, and mood. Here’s how to stay in control:

✨ Manage hunger:
Eat 30–40g+ protein at meals
Fiber-rich fruits, veggies, and complex carbs
Include lots of flavors to make meals satisfying

✨ Lifestyle matters:
Prioritize 7 hours of sleep nightly
Limit caffeine and alcohol
Practice stress management strategies

✨ Ask for help: Don’t go it alone — a healthcare professional can guide you through personalized strategies.

By tackling perimenopause proactively, you can prevent weight gain, maintain muscle, and lower cardiovascular risk — all while feeling strong and confident. 💪

10/06/2025

🥷 Your hormonal ninjas are sneaky, but you can fight back with movement!

Here’s how:
✨ Exercise regularly – aim for 150 min/week of mixed activities: aerobic, strength, balance, and flexibility.
✨ Resistance training – 2-3x per week keeps your muscles strong and metabolism humming.
✨ Keep your steps up – even short walks throughout the day make a difference.

Movement isn’t just about weight – it helps preserve muscle and bone mass, boosts energy, and supports metabolism as estrogen levels shift.

💡 Pro tip: perimenopause is the perfect time to start — early changes make it easier to maintain your strength and health in the years ahead.

10/03/2025

Here’s what’s going on behind the scenes:
• ↓ Estrogen = fat shift from 🍑 to 🍎
• ↓ Muscle = metabolism slows 🐌
• Hormone changes = snack attacks 🍪

But here’s the good news 👉 knowing what’s happening means you can take back control. 💪✨

Your body isn’t “broken” — it’s adapting. And with the right support, so can you.

Stay tuned for simple strategies to outsmart those hormonal ninjas and feel strong in midlife. 🏋️‍♀️

10/01/2025

When sleep tanks and stress hormones climb, it’s harder to manage:
😴 Rest
🍭 Cravings
⚖️ Weight

And here’s the kicker:
➡️ 50% of women deal with symptoms for 7 years
➡️ 15% live with them for 15+ years

💜 You don’t have to suffer in silence. Treating hot flashes and night sweats isn’t only about comfort — it’s about protecting your metabolism, energy, and health.

✨ If you’re struggling with symptoms and weight, you don’t have to tough it out. Let’s talk about options.

09/30/2025

👉 Are you one of them?

Perimenopause isn’t just “the lead-up to menopause.”
It’s a major transition that can affect energy, mood, metabolism, sleep, and more.

The challenge? Most of us aren’t told what to expect — until we’re already in the middle of it.

✨ The more we talk about this, the more prepared and supported women will feel.

💜 Curious if what you’re experiencing could be perimenopause? Let’s talk about it.

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3-4380 South Service Road
Burlington, ON
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Monday	12pm - 7pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 2:30pm
Wednesday	12pm - 7pm
Thursday	12pm - 7pm
Saturday	9:30am - 3pm

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http://www.drgri.com/

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