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Healthy Foundations Naturopathic Clinic

Dispensary Hours. Dr. Joyce,ND, Dr. Graham, ND, and Dr. McLaren, ND, see patients both during and outside of these hours.

Monday: 9-1
Tuesday: 9-4
Wednesday: 12-6
Thursday: 9-4
Friday: CLOSED
*Drop box will be provided for after hour pick-ups

03/12/2026

Perfectionism is often talked about as if it’s one single trait.

But research suggests it’s actually made up of two different patterns.

Perfectionistic strivings: having high standards and wanting to do things well.
Perfectionistic concerns: being very hard on yourself when things aren’t perfect.

A large meta-analysis found that having high standards alone was not strongly linked to burnout.

What was more closely related to burnout were the more self-critical patterns, feeling like mistakes aren’t allowed or that what you do is never quite enough.

Like most things in health, burnout and energy are influenced by many factors. But understanding these patterns can sometimes help us relate to our work and expectations a little more gently.

03/09/2026

Dr. Susan Joyce, ND’s tip for calming overwhelm.

When everything feels busy, loud, or mentally heavy, the instinct is often to push harder. But sometimes the most helpful reset is actually very simple.

Susan shared two things she does when she’s feeling tired, overwhelmed, or burnt out.

First, she makes a list.

Second, she moves her body.

Simple tools often end up being the most powerful ones.

What helps you reset when things feel overwhelming?

03/08/2026

Happy International Women’s Day from the team at Healthy Foundations.

Every day in clinic we are reminded how strong, resilient, and thoughtful women truly are. We see women showing up for their health, advocating for themselves, caring for families, building careers, navigating fertility journeys, moving through perimenopause, and supporting one another along the way.

Women’s health deserves time, attention, research, and compassionate care. Too often women’s symptoms are minimized or misunderstood, and we are deeply passionate about changing that.

At Healthy Foundations, it is a privilege to support women through every stage of life. We are continually inspired by the strength and determination of the women we work with each day.

Today we celebrate women everywhere, their voices, their health, and their power.

Happy International Women’s Day. 💛

The Healthy Foundations Team

03/06/2026

Controlling the things one can control, takes practice but ever imperative for overall health … including cholesterol 🩺💛.

03/03/2026

Midlife deserves more than symptom management.

A 2026 British Columbia study of 980 women aged 45–70 found that midlife priorities extend far beyond hot flashes. Women reported focusing on physical fitness, weight management, brain health, memory, and mental wellness, alongside caregiving stress, career pressure, and sleep disruption.

Many also reported feeling dismissed or navigating care on their own.

What they wanted instead:
• Integrated, whole-person care
• Prevention and early detection
• Mental health built into care
• Longer, relational visits
• Clear, trustworthy education
• Community and connection
In other words, care that reflects the complexity of midlife.

This is where naturopathic medicine shines.

Midlife is not a narrow hormonal event. It’s a physiological, psychological, and social transition — and care should reflect that.

Reference:
Ziabakhsh et al. Women’s Health. 2026;22:1–14. doi:10.1177/17455057261419909

02/23/2026

One simple, evidence-based way to support cholesterol?

Lean more into plant proteins 🌱

Think: beans, lentils, tofu, chickpeas, nuts, seeds.

They’re naturally lower in saturated fat and higher in soluble fibre .. which helps lower LDL and ApoB by supporting how your body processes and clears cholesterol.

You don’t have to overhaul everything. Even small swaps a few times a week can make a meaningful difference.

02/19/2026

After having a baby, your body goes through major hormonal and physical changes.

If you’re breastfeeding, estrogen stays lower for longer and that can affect pelvic and vaginal tissues, including comfort, dryness, sensitivity, bladder habits, and how your body feels day to day.

These changes are common and biologic.
They’re not a sign you’re doing anything wrong or that your body isn’t healing.

Many people are surprised by these shifts because we don’t talk about them enough, but you’re not alone, and you’re not behind.

Supportive, local care (including gentle, non-hormonal options) has been shown to help improve comfort and tissue health during the postpartum period, without needing to stop breastfeeding or simply “wait it out.”

If something feels off, uncomfortable, or not like yourself after birth, that matters.

Postpartum recovery looks different for everyone and you deserve care, clarity, and kindness along the way.

02/18/2026

SJ’s tip to support cholesterol ( & it’s not dancing. 😉).

SJ said it best, consistency is key. Whichever type of movement keeps you consistent is where to start, the details can be refined later. 💛

02/11/2026

Fibre is one of the most powerful (and overlooked) tools for heart health!

It’s simple, accessible, and has a meaningful impact on cholesterol, blood sugar regulation, digestion, and metabolic health.

The basics:
• Soluble fibre forms a gel in the gut, binds cholesterol, and helps remove it from the body
• Insoluble fibre supports regular bowel movements by keeping food moving through the digestive tract

Common sources:
Oats, quinoa, beans, lentils, legumes, fruits, vegetables, starchy vegetables, ground flaxseed, chia seeds

Why fibre matters:
• Supports fullness and helps reduce overeating
• Improves blood sugar stability and supports weight management
• Promotes regular digestion (softens hard stool and firms loose stool)
• Feeds beneficial gut bacteria
• Helps lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol

Intake targets:
• 5–10 g/day of soluble fibre is associated with LDL reduction
• Aim for 25–38 g/day total fibre
• Increase intake gradually and support it with adequate hydration

Fibre-rich meals can be practical, family-friendly, and enjoyable. :)

02/09/2026

Dr. Kristi ND’s midlife tip.

So well beautifully put, so many women struggle to support the foundations of health in midlife 💛. We see you….we acknowledge life is busy and wild but you also deserve rest, energy and recovery.

02/04/2026

Cholesterol tests are helpful, but they don’t always tell the full story.

Most people are familiar with LDL, HDL, and triglycerides. These markers matter. But they don’t always capture how many cholesterol-carrying particles are circulating, which is a major driver of plaque buildup and cardiovascular risk.

That’s where newer markers like ApoB and lipoprotein(a) can add valuable insight, especially for people with insulin resistance, metabolic changes around menopause, PCOS, or a strong family history of heart disease.

Heart health isn’t about one number.
It’s about understanding your whole risk profile.

01/29/2026

Dr. Meagan ND’s midlife tip ✨.

YES, HRT can be a valuable tool to support this transition.

BUT

It is not THE ONLY tool, there are many non-hormonal options and means of support one can utilize to thrive through this transition 💛.

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1054 Monaghan Road, Unit LL04
Peterborough, ON
K9J5L3

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 1pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	12pm - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+17052435163

Website

http://www.healthyfoundations.ca/

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