Dr. Tamar Ferreira, BSc, ND

Dr. Tamar Ferreira, BSc, ND Brampton Naturopathic Doctor, Tamar Ferreira, can help you optimize your health, naturally! www.tamarferreirand.com

Prior to her medical training, Tamar completed a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Biochemistry at the University of Ottawa. During her undergraduate degree, while dealing with her own health concerns, she began searching for lasting solutions which addressed the root cause of illness and discovered the healing power of naturopathic medicine. She went on to complete 4 years of intensive medical

training at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto. Tamar is passionate about helping her patients regain their health and providing them with tools for lifelong wellness. She is dedicated to continuous learning in order to provide patients with safe and effective naturopathic therapies. While maintaining a general family practice, she has a special interest in digestive issues and hormone imbalances. Tamar is a member of the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND) and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND).

Feeling "Not Quite Yourself"? Let's Talk Perimenopause. The night sweats, the sudden mood swings, brain fog, trouble sle...
03/21/2026

Feeling "Not Quite Yourself"? Let's Talk Perimenopause.

The night sweats, the sudden mood swings, brain fog, trouble sleeping... If you feel like your body has gone rogue, you aren’t alone.

As a naturopathic doctor with 15 years of experience, I know many women seek effective, non-hormonal ways to regain control of their cycle and their sanity. (HRT is definitely an option for most, but this is not what this post is about).

Here are a few of my favourite evidence-based "heavy hitters" for perimenopause support.

🌿 Chaste tree (Vitex): The "hormone balancer." It's incredible for smoothing our irregular cycles and reducing that classic mid-life irritability and breast tenderness.

💊 Magnesium: My absolute "must-have". It calms the nervous system, helps with wired but tired" insomnia, and reduces those pesky leg cramps.

🧠 Taurine: This hidden gem acts as a gentle GABA-booster to soothe anxiety and support healthy metabolic function.

🛏 Melatonin: it's not just for sleep! It's a powerful antioxidant that helps regulate your circadian rhythm, which often gets disrupted when progesterone levels dip.

Your biochemistry is unique, and your treatment should be too. Perimenopause isn't a "one size fits all" phase of life.

Ready to stop guessing and start feeling better?
Book in to see me here: https://www.headtotoechiropractic.com/

02/28/2026

Feeling stuck? Let's talk fiber! 💩

Did you know most adults only get HALF the recommended daily fiber? 😱

Here's the scoop:
✅ Adults: Aim for 25-35g/day
✅ Kids: Age of the child + (5 to 10g) = amount (g)/day

Pro tip: Increase gradually and stay hydrated! 💧

Here are a few high fiber foods you can try to include:
Add 2 TBSP of chia seeds to your oatmeal or smoothie (10 grams)
Include ¾ cup of edamame as a snack (6 grams)
Have ½ cup of canned lentils with a meal (3 grams)
Snack on ¼ cup of peanuts or pumpkin seeds (3 grams)
Add 2 cups of spinach to your meals (1.5 grams)
Include 1 medium star fruit as a snack (2.5 grams)

Boost your fiber game and say goodbye to constipation blues!

Tried the fiber and still constipated? Book an appointment and let's investigate possible causes together!

09/26/2025

Have you been on PPIs (proton pump inhibitors) for heartburn for more than a year? Think twice! 💊

Long-term use of Proton Pump Inhibitors might give you more than just heartburn relief.

Here are possible side effects:

😵 Headaches, tummy troubles, and gas
🦠 Increased risk of nasty gut infections (like C. difficile)
🧲 Magnesium levels dropping

While these medicines may sometimes be necessary, often patients get put on them for years without a proper reassessment.

Talk to your doc if you have concerns. Your gut will thank you! 👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️

PS: There are some natural treatment options available which you may want to explore under your doc's supervision.

Gummy bears make everything better when you have a child with a sore throat that won't sip on hot tea. Made these with f...
09/26/2025

Gummy bears make everything better when you have a child with a sore throat that won't sip on hot tea. Made these with freshly squeezed OJ, lemon juice, honey, steeped Throat Coat tea, ginger powder (you can use fresh if your kid can take it and steep it with the tea), and gelatin powder.

Are you confused about what to expect around perimenopause? Is this "second puberty" causing changes in your body you ne...
09/25/2025

Are you confused about what to expect around perimenopause? Is this "second puberty" causing changes in your body you never saw coming?

Knowledge is power!

Here are the top 5 symptoms to look for:

1) Hot flashes or night sweats
2) Mood swings that cause emotional rollercoasters
3) Irregular periods that may be heavier or lighter than they used to be
4) Insomnia, especially waking around 3am!
5) Weight gain

Symptoms can start 10 years or more before your last period. Naturopathic doctors can help you manage your symptoms so that your symptoms don't take over your life!

Comment below - what symptoms are you experiencing?

09/08/2025

Very happy to hear that the Celiac test is now covered by OHIP! So may of my patients are sensitive to gluten, and knowing if you have Celiac or a less serious sensitivity can make a big difference in our long-term approach.

Please note that, for this test to be accurate, you need to be consuming a specific amount of gluten daily before the test. If you have serious symptoms from the gluten and have already removed it from your diet, discuss with your doctor whether it's worth reintroducing before the test or to forego the test at this time.

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Hot flashes, mood changes, or insomnia keeping you back from showing up as your best self?I'm updating my hormone replac...
08/09/2025

Hot flashes, mood changes, or insomnia keeping you back from showing up as your best self?

I'm updating my hormone replacement therapy education so that I can better help women going through the menopause transition.

HRT is the standard of care for treating menopausal hot flashes.

The closer you start treatment to your last menstrual period, the better the benefits for cognition and cardiovascular health long-term.

And you can get benefits long-term from just 2 years of treatment if you decide to stop after.

I'll be sharing more info about this in upcoming posts!

Struggling with uterine fibroids? There are some natural treatments that may help!Uterine fibroids thrive in a high estr...
08/01/2025

Struggling with uterine fibroids? There are some natural treatments that may help!

Uterine fibroids thrive in a high estrogen, high inflammation, and insulin resistant environment.

Guess what can help with all of that? Adequate Vitamin D! And usually not just the 1000-2000IU a day that is usually recommended.

Make sure to get your levels tested so that your dosage can be personalized and we can safely dose higher if needed.

I can get you tested and then walk you through your next steps! Send me a DM or book an appointment here https://www.tamarferreirand.com/book-now.html.

07/11/2025

🌸 Ladies, say goodbye to those pesky period cramps! 🙅‍♀️

Did you know your diet can be a game-changer? 🍎🥑

Here's the scoop:
✅ Load up on fruits & veggies (8-10 servings/day)
✅ Drizzle some olive oil magic (1-2tbsp a day)
✅ Embrace whole grains
✅ Go nuts for omega-3s
✅ Ditch the salt (and the bloat!)
✅ Skip the booze (your uterus will thank you)

Bonus tip: Soy protein and ground flax are your new BFFs! 💪

🕰️ Tick tock, sugar shock? Not with intermittent fasting! 🍽️New research suggests skipping late-night snacks could be yo...
07/03/2025

🕰️ Tick tock, sugar shock? Not with intermittent fasting! 🍽️

New research suggests skipping late-night snacks could be your ticket to better blood sugar control. Here's the scoop:

✅ 12-hour overnight fasts may boost insulin sensitivity
✅ Your body becomes a fat-burning machine
✅ Daytime eating could be the key to metabolic magic

But remember, one size doesn't fit all! Talk to your doc before jumping on the fasting bandwagon.

If you are overly sensitive to hunger cues, intermittent fasting may not be the best for you (as it may lead to overeating), or you may need to adjust what you are actually eating during the day.

Who's ready to give their pancreas a break? 💪🥑🍳

Having trouble getting your vegetables in? Or, do you have a picky eater in the house? Primarily veggie smoothies have h...
06/12/2025

Having trouble getting your vegetables in? Or, do you have a picky eater in the house? Primarily veggie smoothies have helped get my daughter to eat more vegetables, while we keep offering more vegetable options at other meals. It also helps the adults with blood sugar control and getting our nutrients in.

This one was surprisingly a hit! Raspberries, beets (cooked), zucchini (raw), carrot (raw), soy milk, ice cubes, vanilla, cinnamon, and protein powder (vanilla flavour). My daughter drank hers AND half of mine!

I remember a patient I had who had severe anxiety, with panic attacks. Her iron stores were low (below normal range), bu...
05/14/2025

I remember a patient I had who had severe anxiety, with panic attacks. Her iron stores were low (below normal range), but she hadn't been interested in supplementing with iron because it caused digestive issues in the past so she had stopped.

However, the iron deficiency anemia played a big role in her anxiety. Treat the iron deficiency, and the anxiety improved.

No healthcare provider had told her before that the 2 conditions could be related!

Are you having trouble taking your iron supplement because of digestive issues or nausea? Let's talk about some options for you, because everything takes more energy and effort when you are iron deficient!

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