Natural Route Health

Natural Route Health Natural Route Health offers primary health care that promotes wellness and prevention of illness or disease.

🌿 Integrative health clinic in Kingston
👩‍⚕️ NDs, Acupuncturists + Therapists
đź’§ IV nutrient therapy
đź’ś Care that meets you where you are
✨ Supporting energy, mood & hormone health
đź“ž Call or visit our website to learn more or book Our integrative team includes Naturopathic Doctor's, an Integrative Nurse Practitioner, Acupuncturist & TCM Practitioner, and Psychotherapist. Common concerns we help pati

ents with include:
-Thyroid conditions
-Stress management/adrenal dysfunction
-Women’s hormone balance: period concerns, PMS, PCOS, fertility, and menopause.
-Digestive health: SIBO, leaky gut syndrome, food intolerances & Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
-Children's health

The first time I ever had Acupuncture, I didn’t even know it was going to happen.Fast forward a few minutes and I was ly...
05/15/2026

The first time I ever had Acupuncture, I didn’t even know it was going to happen.

Fast forward a few minutes and I was lying on a treatment table thinking: “Wow… this feels incredible.”

Not scary. Not painful. Just calming, grounding, and strangely familiar, like my body recognized something before my mind did.

Now, after more than 10 years as an Acupuncturist, one of my favourite things is treating people who are trying Acupuncture for the very first time. Almost everyone walks in with the same questions:

“Does it hurt?”
“What does it actually feel like?”
“What if I’m nervous about needles?”

And honestly? Those fears are so normal.

In our newest blog post, we break down exactly what Acupuncture feels like — both during the treatment and after the needles are in; from the tiny sensations you might notice, to the deeply restorative “acu-nap” state so many people experience.

Acupuncture isn’t about forcing the body to heal. It’s about creating the conditions for your body to return to balance, regulate the nervous system, and reconnect with its innate healing capacity ✨

If you’ve been Acupuncture-curious, this blog post is for you.
Read the full piece at the link in bio.

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a calming, restorative experience designed to help you reset and recharge.Our Mother’s Day R...
05/05/2026

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a calming, restorative experience designed to help you reset and recharge.

Our Mother’s Day Reset is a small, thoughtfully structured in-clinic offering that combines two powerful therapies in one seamless visit.

Each session includes:

30-minute Acupuncture treatment with Laura Burns, R. Acu

30-minute PEMF therapy + vitamin B12 or D injection with Dr. Hawar Bakhishi, ND

Patients will rotate halfway through their 1-hour visit, allowing for a smooth and relaxing flow between treatments.

To ensure a personalized experience, this offering is available to current patients and is designed to:

- Provide a meaningful, supportive Mother’s Day experience.

- Introduce complementary therapies in a simple, accessible way.

- Keep the experience calm, efficient, and high-quality

Please call the clinic to reserve your spot. 613-767-6982

✨ Welcoming Erin to our clinic space ✨An aligned addition to the care and community we’re building.Meet Erin, founder of...
04/26/2026

✨ Welcoming Erin to our clinic space ✨

An aligned addition to the care and community we’re building.

Meet Erin, founder of Cambrian Speech-Language Solutions — a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist helping children, teens, and adults strengthen their communication and confidence.

Erin brings a thoughtful, individualized approach to care, supporting areas such as speech sound development, stuttering, social communication, and language challenges. Her work is rooted in the belief that communication looks different for everyone — and therapy should reflect that.

🧠 What she supports:

• Speech & pronunciation
• Language & comprehension
• Social communication skills
• Stuttering & fluency
• Post-injury speech & language rehabilitation

Erin will be seeing clients within our clinic space, operating her own independent practice, Cambrian Speech-Language Solutions.

This means you now have access to speech-language therapy in the same trusted environment — while booking and care remain directly with Erin.

đź“Ť Now welcoming clients at Natural Route Health

đź“… To learn more or book, visit: cambrianspeech.com

We’re so happy to have you in the space, Erin 🤍

Reminder: we’re going live TONIGHT 👇If you’ve ever felt like:“I’m doing all the right things… but nothing is working”You...
04/22/2026

Reminder: we’re going live TONIGHT 👇

If you’ve ever felt like:
“I’m doing all the right things… but nothing is working”
You’re not alone — and it’s usually not a willpower problem.

Our Metabolic Reset Program is designed to:

✨ support your metabolism
✨ improve energy + cravings
✨ create real, sustainable change

(No extremes. No crash dieting.)

Tonight’s free info session will walk you through everything so you can decide if it’s the right fit for you.

đź•– 7PM on Zoom
đź’» Free to join

Sign up at: www.natural-route.com/metabolic-reset-program

Let’s talk about something many mothers experience in healthcare—but rarely gets said out loud.When a child presents wit...
04/17/2026

Let’s talk about something many mothers experience in healthcare—but rarely gets said out loud.

When a child presents with symptoms, the focus can quickly shift to questioning the mother:

➡️ “What are you feeding them?”
➡️ “Are you too anxious?”
➡️ “Maybe something at home is contributing…”

While these questions can be part of a full picture, too often they replace deeper investigation.

The result?

Real concerns can be missed. Mothers leave feeling dismissed.

Trust starts to erode.

Here’s what needs to change:
✨ Mothers are not obstacles to care—they are essential partners.
✨ Their observations matter.
✨ Their intuition deserves to be taken seriously.

Better care starts with better listening.

When healthcare providers take the time to truly hear mothers, outcomes improve—for everyone involved.

🤝 Let’s shift the standard:

• From assumption → to curiosity
• From blame → to collaboration
• From dismissal → to respect

Because supporting mothers isn’t just compassionate—it leads to better care for their children.

Parenting through focus, behaviour, or big emotions can feel overwhelming at times 💜You’re not alone.Many families come ...
04/12/2026

Parenting through focus, behaviour, or big emotions can feel overwhelming at times đź’ś

You’re not alone.

Many families come to us because they’re noticing challenges with focus, behaviour, sleep, or emotional regulation — and want to better understand what might be contributing and how to support their child in a meaningful way.

We’re hosting a free parent workshop to walk you through some of the common factors we look at in naturopathic care — including nutrition, sleep, gut health, and daily habits — and how these can influence your child’s overall well-being.

This session is designed to give you a clearer starting point, whether you’re simply looking to learn or considering more personalized support for your child.

You’ll learn:

• Why some children may experience challenges with focus and behaviour
• How the gut–brain connection can influence what you’re seeing
• The role of blood sugar in mood and attention
• Simple, practical ways to begin supporting your child day-to-day

Details:
đź“… Thursday, May 14
⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM
đź’» Online (Zoom)
🎟 Free to attend

Join us to learn more — and explore whether this approach feels like the right fit for your child 💜

Link in bio to save your spot

When it comes to IV therapy, not all nutrients or approaches are the same.Vitamin C is one of the most widely used nutri...
04/10/2026

When it comes to IV therapy, not all nutrients or approaches are the same.

Vitamin C is one of the most widely used nutrients in integrative care, especially during times when the body may benefit from additional support.

When administered intravenously, vitamin C can reach levels in the bloodstream that aren’t achievable through oral supplementation, which is why it may be considered in certain clinical contexts.

Depending on the individual, IV vitamin C may be used as part of a supportive care plan to:

✔️ Support immune function
✔️ Act as an antioxidant during periods of increased physical stress
✔️ Help maintain energy and overall well-being
✔️ Support recovery and resilience

At Natural Route Health, IV vitamin C is always approached thoughtfully and individually, following a comprehensive assessment and in alignment with your overall healthcare plan.

We also place a strong emphasis on quality and safety:

• Vitamin C sourced from tapioca (not corn, which is commonly used)
• Customized formulations (not pre-made bags)
• Proper storage of temperature-sensitive nutrients
• Medical-grade supplies and monitoring throughout
• Administered by IV-certified Naturopathic Doctors

In integrative cancer care settings, high-dose IV vitamin C has been studied for its potential pro-oxidant effects and selective activity on certain cancer cells, and may be used alongside conventional care as part of a coordinated, supportive approach.

If you’re curious whether IV nutrient therapy is appropriate for you, we’re here to help guide that conversation.

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Thermography Niagara - Mobile Clinic at NRH!Looking for another way to monitor your breast health?Want to be proactive i...
04/08/2026

Thermography Niagara - Mobile Clinic at NRH!

Looking for another way to monitor your breast health?
Want to be proactive instead of reactive… and tired of the squish?

Thermography is a non-invasive, pain-free imaging method used to monitor breast health.

✨ No compression
✨ No radiation
✨ No contact
✨ No doctor referral required

Thermography uses infrared imaging to detect heat patterns on the body. Because abnormal or rapidly growing cells often require increased blood flow and metabolic activity, they may create subtle temperature changes that can be detected on the skin’s surface.

This technology measures the heat produced by microcirculation, providing another way to track changes in breast health over time.

âś” Suitable for all breast types and ages
âś” Excellent for those with breast implants or dense breast tissue

⚠️ Important: Thermography is not a replacement for mammograms. It is used as a complementary screening tool.

đź“Ť Thermography is returning to Natural Route Health
2026 Clinic Dates:

May 4
July 6
October 26

📩 Spots are limited — contact contact Rachael Summerhayes, BHRM, CTT
P: 905.714.1221 OR
E: thermographyclinicniagara@gmail.com

On the Blog 💜When is IV Nutrient Therapy Actually Appropriate?It’s a question we hear often — and the answer isn’t alway...
04/06/2026

On the Blog đź’ś

When is IV Nutrient Therapy Actually Appropriate?

It’s a question we hear often — and the answer isn’t always the same for everyone. IV therapy isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. At our clinic, it’s considered as part of a broader, individualized care plan, guided by clinical assessment.

In this post, we walk through:

• When IV therapy may be considered

• Why assessment matters before starting

• How nutrient support fits into a larger plan of care

If you’ve been curious about whether it’s the right fit for you, this is a great place to start.

👉 Read the full post through the link in our bio 💜

https://www.natural-route.com/blog/understanding-when-iv-nutrient-therapy-may-be-supported-by-clinical-assessment

Doing everything right—but still not feeling your best?Many people struggle with low energy, changes in weight, or feeli...
03/26/2026

Doing everything right—but still not feeling your best?

Many people struggle with low energy, changes in weight, or feeling stuck in their health—without a clear plan for what to do next.

We’re excited to introduce a new program at Natural Route Health designed to support you in a more structured, personalized way.

The Metabolic Reset Program, led by Dr. Hawar Bakhishi, ND, RN, is a 12-week clinical program that combines naturopathic care, nutrition and lifestyle guidance, and optional exercise support to help you better understand your health and build sustainable habits.

This is not about quick fixes.
It’s about creating meaningful, lasting change with the right support in place.

🌿 Spring cohort begins May 1

To learn more, we invite you to attend our free virtual information session, April 22nd at 7pm, where Dr. Hawar will walk through the program and answer your questions.

✔️ Learn how the program is structured
✔️ Understand what to expect
✔️ See if it feels like the right fit for you

👉 Reserve your spot through the link in our bio or website

We look forward to sharing this with you đź’ś

~ Inside The Treatment Room ~At NRH, every week brings new opportunities to support our patients’ health and wellness. T...
12/17/2025

~ Inside The Treatment Room ~

At NRH, every week brings new opportunities to support our patients’ health and wellness. This week, our practitioners worked with a variety of unique cases, ranging from digestive concerns and immune health to stress management and women’s health. These examples provide a small glimpse into the meaningful work happening behind the scenes, where our team brings expertise, compassion, and a thoughtful approach to each patient’s health journey. 💜

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734 Arlington Park Place
Kingston, ON
K7M8H9

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 2pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

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