Dr. Frances Pierantoni, ND

10/01/2025

Caring for Everyone but Yourself

As a mom, you’re the rock of the family. You make sure everyone is fed, cared for, and supported—but when it comes to your own health, you’re often running on empty. Maybe it’s the fatigue that never seems to lift, the recurring sinus infections, or the food reactions that make meal planning even harder. You’ve tried vitamins, diets, and medications, yet your body still feels like it’s fighting you instead of supporting you.

The truth is, these issues often stem from an immune system in overdrive. Instead of tolerating normal exposures—like foods, environmental triggers, or lingering microbes—your body reacts as if they are threats. This creates a cycle of inflammation, flare-ups, and exhaustion that’s nearly impossible to manage when you’re also caring for everyone else.

Low Dose Immunotherapy (LDI) is a gentle, science-backed therapy that helps retrain the immune system. By introducing ultra-diluted doses of the very triggers causing problems, LDI teaches the body to calm its overreaction. Over time, this can mean fewer flare-ups, more energy, and the freedom to enjoy family life without being sidelined by symptoms.

Join me for a special webinar, Low Dose Immunotherapy: A New Approach to Healing Chronic Illness and Triggers, on Tuesday, November 18th at 7:30pm.

RSVP here: https://www.drfrancesnd.com/events

Because you deserve care too.

09/29/2025

🌿 Metabolic Balance Lifestyle Online Group Program – Early Bird Special

I’m excited to announce the launch of the Metabolic Balance Lifestyle Online Group Program beginning Saturday, November 1st, 2025. This is a 3-month group program where we will journey together—resetting metabolism by improving nutrition, sleep, physical activity, and mental health.

This is a cohort experience: we start together and finish together. You’ll also join me for a live onboarding session on Saturday, November 1st at 1:00 pm (1 hour) to set the foundation for success.

This week only: Early Bird Price $1,200
Use coupon RESET2025 for the pay-in-full option only.

Discount is valid until Friday, October 3, 2025 at midnight. After that, the price increases.

What’s Included (Total Value: $5,200+)

- 1 hr live onboarding
- Lab test
- Metabolic Balance online coaching course – 3 months access
- MB Lifestyle website – 3 months access
- Personalized meal plan
- Weekly progress questionnaires
- Weekly live group meetings (Tuesdays 7:30–8:30pm, Nov 4–Jan 27)
- Supplements
- Recipes for all program phases
- Functional lab report
- MB Cookbook
- Closing Celebration & Graduation – Sat, Jan 31st at 1pm

👉 All of this for just $1,200 this week only!

💜 Special Bonus for Current Metabolic Balance Patients (with me as your coach):
You can join for just $300 for a full year of access for Metabolic Balance Online Coaching Course, MB Lifestyle Website, 12 weekly progress questionnaires and 12 weekly live group meetings. Use promo code MBFAMILY2025.

Let’s leave behind the old patterns of 2025—and walk together into 2026 as our most vibrant, resilient selves.

A personalized nutrition plan designed to reset your metabolism using your unique lab values—addressing weight, energy, and inflammation at the root.

09/29/2025

Join Me at the National Women’s Show – Booth #1210

I’m excited to announce that I’ll be part of The National Women’s Show on October 18 & 19, 2025 at the EY Centre in Ottawa—a vibrant weekend filled with inspiration, connection, and fun. Known as “The Ultimate Girl’s Day Out,” this event brings together live performances, great shopping, free makeovers, and food & wine sampling—all under one roof.

I’ll be hosting a special presentation on the Life & Learning Stage:

The Hidden Stress That’s Draining Women’s Energy – A Naturopathic Reset for Your Body & Soul
Sunday, October 19th, 2025 at 1:30 pm
EY Centre, 4988 Uplands Drive, Ottawa

This talk is designed for women juggling busy lives, endless responsibilities, and the invisible stressors that slowly drain energy and vitality. I’ll be sharing practical naturopathic strategies to reset body and mind—so you can feel more balanced, resilient, and energized.

Be sure to stop by my booth ( #1210) during the show! It’s a chance to connect, ask questions, and explore how Naturopathic Medicine and my brand new Metabolic Balance Online Group Program can support your health journey.

And here’s a special gift: I'm giving away 10 free tickets to the show! Tickets are available for pick-up at the clinic (BioHeal Ottawa, 1535 Chatelain Avenue, Ottawa) on a first-come, first-served basis. Reply to this email if you want one. You can also use the promo code OTTAWAFRIENDS25 to get 2 tickets for $22.

Mark your calendar, grab a friend, and come enjoy this empowering event. I can’t wait to see you there!

08/26/2025

The National Women's Show - Ottawa is around the corner. Hope to see you all there!

The Ultimate Girls' Day Out is finally back!

Join us October 18th and 19th at the EY Centre in Ottawa for two full days of fashion, food, beauty, shopping, and so much more—all under one roof!

Saturday, October 18th: 10am - 6pm
Sunday, October 19th: 10am - 5pm

Don’t miss out—secure your tickets now and get ready for the ultimate experience: https://www.showpass.com/national-womens-show-ottawa-2025/

We’ll see you there! 💖

05/15/2025

Did you know your brain uses over 20% of your daily energy?
What you eat truly shapes your mental clarity, focus, and long-term brain health.

In my blog, I dive into the science of “brain food”—what really works, what’s just hype, and how simple nutrition changes can make a real difference in how you think and feel. You’ll learn which foods and nutrients support memory, mood, and resilience, plus why hydration, sleep, and stress management are just as important as what’s on your plate.

If you’re curious about how a personalized approach like Metabolic Balance can help you nourish both your brain and your body, this post is for you.

Ready to discover how to eat your way to a smarter, healthier brain?
Read the full article here: https://blog.drfrancesnd.com/2025/03/01/can-you-eat-your-way-to-a-smarter-healthier-brain/

“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” — Hippocrates We often hear the phrase “you are what you eat,” but have you ever considered how much your diet affects b…

01/18/2025

🌟 You're Invited! 🌟

Join me on Wednesday, January 29th, at 6 PM for an evening dedicated to health, wellness, and positive living at Rise Real Estate's Health & Wellness Workshop!

✨ Whether you're looking for tips to improve your physical well-being, mental clarity, or overall lifestyle, this event is for YOU!

📍 Location: 2148 Carling Ave Units 5 & 6, Ottawa, ON K2A 2C3
🕕 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Let's come together, connect, and learn how to live our healthiest lives. 💚 Tag a friend who needs this and RSVP today.

💬 Comment below or message me if you’d like more details. Can’t wait to see you there!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/health-wellness-workshop-tickets-1133482188739?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=

01/09/2025

🎉 Start 2025 Strong with the Metabolic Balance Program! 🌟

Kickstart your health goals this year with a personalized nutrition plan designed to reset your metabolism, balance hormones, boost energy, and improve your overall well-being.

✨ Special Offer: Join with a friend or family member and you’ll both get:
✅ $150 off nutritional plan fees
✅ Free 3-month Lifestyle Membership
✅ 21 personalized meal recipes tailored to your needs
✅ Free 3-month access to recipe collections

Use code GOAL2025 at checkout! This limited-time offer is only available during January 2025.

💪 Start your journey today—better health begins now! Tag your accountability buddy and let’s do this together!

👉 Learn more and sign up: https://www.drfrancesnd.com/LTO150

Kickstart your health goals this year with the Metabolic Balance Program, a personalized nutrition plan designed to reset your metabolism, support weight management, boost energy, balance your hormones, and improve overall well-being.

12/02/2024

Changing habits mean to change your identity - something that you have believed about you that you do not longer want to be true.

11/27/2024

Nutrition is a pillar for health. The body can’t heal and maintain health if it doesn’t have the nutrients required to repair and regenerate. Not everyone has the same nutritional needs. Personalized nutrition is key to optimize your health.

11/27/2024

More and more people today are prioritizing their health and making proper nutrition an essential part of part of their life.

11/10/2024

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08/23/2024

🌟💪 Clearing energy blockages is just the first step towards healing. Once these disruptions are addressed, your body may still need support to return to its optimal state of balance or homeostasis. 🌿✨ Incorporating practices like nutrition, self-care, and mindful living can help sustain this newfound equilibrium and support your journey to complete wellness. 🌱💫