Dr Vivienne Guy ND

09/03/2024

Coming soon, to Empower Women - https://mailchi.mp/7fa0bfcea75c/for-women-on-womens-day

14/02/2024

💖 Midlife Hormones & Heart Health 💖

🔍 Exploring how hormonal shifts impact our heart health during midlife! 🫀 Here are three key insights:

1️⃣ Lipid Levels: Hormonal changes, like declining estrogen & testosterone, can mess with our lipid profiles. Think ↑ LDL (bad) cholesterol & ↓ HDL (good) cholesterol, upping our risk for heart issues!

2️⃣ Blood Vessels: Estrogen & testosterone aren't just about mood swings! They're vital for keeping our blood vessels healthy. But as levels drop, our vessels struggle, leading to issues like high blood pressure and artery troubles.

3️⃣ Metabolism Matters: Hormonal shifts can throw our metabolism for a loop. Less estrogen & testosterone might mean more belly fat and insulin resistance, both big players in heart disease.

💪 Taking charge of our heart health means understanding these changes and making smart choices. From lifestyle tweaks to regular checkups, let's keep our hearts happy and healthy through midlife and beyond! 💖

🌟 Exciting news! Click the link in my bio to find out about my Online Educational Series on all things hormonal. 6 Webinars and 4 live Q&A sessions with me! 🌟

05/02/2024

Do you have 5 minutes on a Sunday evening? ⏰ Unlock the power of a hassle-free supplement and medication routine with a pill organizer! 💊 From compact travel buddies to spacious weekly champs, they come in all shapes and sizes. 🌈 On a clean towel pour out one container at a time, then transfer your week's supply into the organizer with ease. 🌟 When you eliminate the time it takes to open multiple containers EVERY DAY, it is more likely that you will stick to your routine. 🎉Taking care of yourself can be quick and easy. ⏩

03/02/2024

February is Heart Health Month.

💖 Let's talk about a crucial aspect of women's health that often flies under the radar – cholesterol levels during menopause. 🚺✨

For many amazing women who've sailed through life with normal cholesterol readings, things can take a turn during menopause. 🔄 The drop in estrogen levels is a game-changer, leading to a rise in total cholesterol, particularly the notorious "bad" LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. 📈🚫

Why does this matter? 🤔 Because, over time, elevated cholesterol can up the ante on heart risks. 💔 Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of postmenopausal women's mortality, and it's time we shine a light on it. 🌟

As your wellness advocate, I make it a point to assess hormone levels AND request cholesterol checks for my perimenopausal patients. 🩺📊 Knowledge is power, and early detection empowers us to take charge of our health journey! 🌈✨

So, here's to embracing change, staying informed, and thriving in every chapter of our lives. 🌺💪 Drop a 🌈 if you're ready to prioritize your heart health and overall well-being! 🙌

30/01/2024

Embracing Bone Health with Progesterone! 🦴💪

Did you know that Progesterone is a key player in maintaining robust, healthy bones? 🤔 Alongside estrogens and various hormones/nutrients, Progesterone has a unique role in promoting bone health.

🌱 Unlike estrogens, Progesterone takes the spotlight by stimulating osteoblasts – the superhero cells that lay down new bone! 💫✨ With adequate Progesterone levels, your bones can fully enjoy the benefits of stimulated new bone growth.

Let's prioritize our bone health and give a shoutout to Progesterone for its incredible contribution! 🌈✨

30/01/2024

🌸 Hello Ms. Grumpy! 🌸

Navigating menopause doesn't have to be a bumpy ride! 🚀 Join me in my upcoming Women's Wellness in Menopause Program, where we dive deep into understanding and managing irritability during this transformative phase.

🔍 Understanding Irritability:
During the menopausal transition, hormonal imbalance takes center stage, with fluctuating estrogen levels influencing the brain's regulation of mood and emotion. 🧠

✨We will explore the complexities of this relationship and uncover ways to navigate the journey with calm and grace.

💡 Indirect Triggers:
Menopause-related hormonal changes don't just stop at mood swings! Other symptoms like hot flashes, sleep disturbances, loss of libido, and more can contribute to irritability. Let's unravel the interconnected web and discover effective lifestyle and therapy tips to increase your calm.

📅 Save the Date:
Don't miss out on this valuable insight! Join me in the upcoming program starting March 21st, where we address common challenges and provide actionable strategies to enhance your well-being during menopause.

🌿 Believe it or not in this moment, but your Journey to Calm Awaits! 🌿 Link in Comments

25/01/2024

I am happy to announce that my online courses for Women's Hormone Health are about to launch.
First 6 week Course " Women's Health through the Menopause Transition" has a start date of March 21st.
Sign up to the list to receive all the details. I hope to see you there. Click the link in comments for details.
Finally, It's Go Time.

09/10/2023

Welcome. I haven’t posted on this page for a long time. I’ve been busy taking care of my Clients. I will do my best to begin posting and sharing again soon.

Please reach out to the clinic at 613-798-1000 - for any inquiries and bookings.

21/06/2023

Summer Updates and More ! -

This Summer I am doing something that I have always wanted to do. I am taking a 200 Hour, Yoga Teacher Training Course. I am looking forward to bringing knowledge from this to my practice. This time spent and a couple of family camping trips are changing my Summer hours slightly.

20/05/2022

What do you have planned? Whatever it is, I hope that you can have the time to smile, to take some deep breaths outside and enjoy the moments.

19/05/2022

Do you know what's going on with your symptoms? I can help you figure it out. I say that I am the Naturopathic Dr. House. Have you seen that show? Dr. House is an amazing Diagnostician. I'm pretty much the same, without his drug problem, and I like people, unlike him.
I do a deep dive into your lab work, explore your symptoms and have the AHA moments that others haven't discovered for you. From there, I create a plan to move you forward, eliminate symptoms and allow you to feel the best that you can.
Let's chat...Let's make a plan.

17/05/2022

How are you feeling today? Did you know that stress can affect you in interesting ways? It can even shut down activity of a pathway in the brain that controls the reproductive system. This can disrupt the connection between your brain and your ovaries and cause delayed or absent ovulation and irregular or missed periods.

Stress doesn’t have to be “all in your head”. A stress could be that your back hurts. Stress could be that you were out late at a fun party last night. Stress could be digestive upset, or food intolerances. Stress is anything that your body and mind have to adapt to. Stress affects us more when it is chronic and the stress response is ongoing.
Some small things to do in the day to help:
👉Sit by the window or outside in the morning when you have your coffee or tea.
👉Take a few long deep breaths before you go into that meeting.
👉Discover if you have any food intolerances.
👉If you are too busy, say “No” more often.
👉Explore some meditation apps. My fave is Insight Timer.

What do you like to do when you are feeling stressed?

16/05/2022

Have you started your garden yet? Do you have a plan to?
I love to grow.
This weekend, we got the tomatoes in the ground. Seeds are started indoors, and my click and grow garden is doing well at the clinic.
Some herbs for menopause that I can suggest are for the Ottawa climate:
🌿Sage
🌿Lemon Balm
🌿Red Clover
🌿St. Johns wort

14/05/2022

What are you up to today? Here's where I am. My backyard classroom for the day. Advanced Hormone Prescribing Course. 9-5 on a sunny Saturday. I am going to have a fantastic day and will bring more Kick A** data and tools back to clinic. I'll also get a wee bit of a tan on this amazing day in Ottawa. #

14/05/2022

My backyard classroom for the day. Advanced Hormone Prescribing Course. 9-5 on a sunny Saturday. I am going to have a fantastic day and will bring more Kick A** data and tools back to clinic. I'll also get a wee bit of a tan on this amazing day in Ottawa. #

13/05/2022

13/05/2022

Are you curious? Do you love to learn? Are you a woman aged 40+ ? In the coming weeks, I will be launching an online course for women that will allow you to gain insight and tools to help you move gracefully, and with self compassion through the hormonal shifts that occur in midlife.
👉Stay tuned for more details on this course in which you will learn:

💥What hormones are and why they do the things they do
💥The interaction between stress and hormones
💥How digestion impacts hormones and weight💥That elusive sleep, can be found again
💥That BHRT is a safe and important therapy
💥How nutrition, environment and lifestyle affect your health
💥How you can get rid of the word "should" from your world

I believe that when women gain an understanding of what is going on inside their body, and learn my tried and true, easy to implement strategies, they will feel calm and confident in navigating the waves of hormonal change.

Stay Tuned. Doors will open in the coming weeks.