Sage Elements Naturopathic Clinic

05/24/2025

Good news!

🥳 Repost from Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine:

Naturopathic medicine is now formally recognized as part of Canada’s evolving primary care landscape.

We’re pleased to share that naturopathic doctors are featured in the newly released Compendium of Roles in Team-Based Primary Care, officially launched in April 2025 by the Canadian Health Workforce Network.

This national publication profiles the wide range of professionals contributing to modern primary care — now including naturopathic doctors and their role in collaborative, patient-centered care.

This achievement reflects the leadership of CCNM faculty and alumni, and the continued collaboration between CCNM, the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND), and other integrative health partners.

Read the Compendium here: https://pulse.ly/ql8acmk7rh

03/14/2025

It is with great sadness that I am writing that our long time physiotherapist, Bill Humphries, has passed away. Bill joined me at Sage Elements in 2009. He was looking to join a clinic part time as he wanted to wind down his practice and “retire”. Over the past 15 years, Bill was a wonderful addition to our team. He was always one to chat, share stories and was very inquisitive about a great many things. As such, he was a lifelong learner and loved to share what he learned with others. He was a very skilled physiotherapist, who would volunteer his time and expertise to those less fortunate overseas. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew him. Rest in peace, Bill.

05/13/2024

It’s Naturopathic Medicine week!

is on May 12-18. Join us for another round-up of fun and informative events to learn more about how Naturopathic medicine can help with your health and wellness.

This year our main event is in person in Halifax, the rest of our events are Live on zoom, Facebook or Instagram. Replays will always be available on Facebook and Instagram.

Details on the events found here: https://www.nsand.ca/blogs-news/natmedweek-2024-events-schedule

Come back for our Daily Contest where you can enter to win one of 7 $200 prizes and a grand prize of $500 to see an ND of your choice, available to anyone in Nova Scotia. Daily contest to be launched on our Facebook and Instagram accounts.

11/23/2023

At long last, legislation fully regulating naturopathic medicine has been passed in Nova Scotia! This is the culmination of decades of work and collaboration by many of our members (myself included!). It is long overdue and welcome recognition that will give Nova Scotians greater access to high quality medical care delivered by highly trained naturopathic doctors. We are joining 5 other fully regulated jurisdictions in Canada, some of which have been regulated for almost 90 years!

10/20/2023

Taking in a bit of fresh, albeit brisk, air before the start of this year’s Nova Scotia Naturopathic Conference. Have a great weekend!

05/14/2023

It is once again naturopathic medicine week! Interesting presentations to enjoyed and prizes to be won. Enjoy!

01/11/2023

Having worked in the naturopathic medical field for almost 18 years, a recurrent story I hear from my patients is that, when communicating with their medical doctor, they are belittled and at times berated by their doctor or specialist for seeking naturopathic medical care from a licensed ND. This happened to one of my patients just last week. For my part, I try to be professional and respectful when discussing treatments offered by any other health professional. Both allopathic and naturopathic philosophies, while not always in agreement, can work very well to support one another for the betterment of our mutual patients.

Here is a article emphasizing how a collaborative approach can be a viable solution and lead to positive outcomes. It is important to realize that harm can be done, not only by interacting supplements and medications, but also by selecting the wrong treatment for the situation. When utilizing natural medicines, seeking guidance from highly trained Naturopathic Doctors, as experts in this field, only makes good sense.

We are here for collaboration, not competition, with our allopathic medical colleagues.

Most Canadians aren't open with their docs about supplements

08/29/2022

After much thought and endless tweaks (which I'm sure will continue!), I'm pleased to announce the launching of our new website! I do plan to get a blog section going, so if there is any topic you may be interested in, please let me know in the comments or send me a note!

www.sageelements.ca

Naturopathic Medicine, Naturopath, Naturopathic Doctor in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Offering holistic and natural treatment options for a variety of concerns including: Digestion, IBS, Crohn's, Colitis, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Fertility, Men's Health, Eczema, Skin Health. Utilizing primarily nutr

08/03/2022

Happy Birthday to us! Its hard to believe its been 14 years already. Through the good times and the challenging, thanks to all for your continued support!

06/20/2022

Established in 2008, Sage Elements Naturopathic Clinic offers complementary health care in comfortable and professional environment. The clinic is in a busy professional medical building at the corner of Spring Garden Road and Robie Street in downtown Halifax. There is part-time vacancy available for rent in a fully furnished office space for August 1st, 2022. Should you wish to learn more or join our team, please forward your CV or any questions to Dr. Colin Huska, ND at drcolinhuska@eastlink.ca.

11/25/2021

It always makes me scratch my head when my patients tell me that their doctor or another health care professional says, “Diet doesn’t matter!” It does. And, though scientific evidence is great, it shouldn’t be a big leap to conclude that processed food is at least partially to blame for many of our diseases of affluence. Its simple. Eat as our ancestors ate. You usually can’t go wrong with of the earth, natural food…and its tasty!

05/16/2021

My weekly COVID test complete! I’ve worked getting a weekly rapid test into my routine, so that I’m ready for the work week. Just one of the changes implemented to help our patients feel safe and comfortable.