Saskatoon Naturopathic Medicine

Saskatoon Naturopathic Medicine Saskatoon Naturopathic is the place to go for excellence in naturopathic family medicine.

Offering you the best in natural health care through our patient centred collaborative care model

Naturopathic doctors are all about preventative medicine. We know that having excess weight can lead to diabetes, heart ...
05/29/2025

Naturopathic doctors are all about preventative medicine. We know that having excess weight can lead to diabetes, heart disease, chronic pain, and increased risk of fertility issues, and even cancer. Do you have a strategy to achieve your weight loss goals? 👇

We do.

If you've been told to just cut the calories and hit the gym harder to lose weight with PCOS...you're not alone - and yo...
05/22/2025

If you've been told to just cut the calories and hit the gym harder to lose weight with PCOS...you're not alone - and you're not doing it wrong. The truth? That advice often backfires for people with PCOS.

Here's why 👇

🧠 PCOS isn't just about weight. It's a complex metabolic and hormonal condition. Intense workouts + undereating can:
- Spike stress hormones like cortisol
- Worsen insulin resistance
- Trigger more inflammation
- Disrupt ovulation and hormones even more

💥 The result? Your body holds onto weight despite your efforts - and you're left exhausted, frustrated, and feeling like you've failed. But the problem isn't you - it's the outdated advice.

🌿 A better approach?
Focus on supporting your hormones, not fighting them. That means:
✔️ Balanced meals with protein, fibre, and healthy fats
✔️ Movement that reduces stress and supports insulin sensitivity
✔️ Sleep, recovery, and blood sugar balance

At Saskatoon Naturopathic Medicine, we take a root-cause approach to PCOS that works with your body. If you're tired of the cycle, we're here to help.

📌  Your genes are not your destiny.Yes, your DNA plays a role in your health - but it's not the full story. The truth is...
05/13/2025

📌 Your genes are not your destiny.

Yes, your DNA plays a role in your health - but it's not the full story. The truth is that your daily choices, environment, stress levels, nutrition, and lifestyle have a powerful influence over how your genes are expressed.

This is the science of epigentics - and it means you're not stuck with the hand you were dealt. You can shift your health trajectory by supporting your body in the right ways.

✨️ You're more in control than you think.

We are here to help you understand your unique biology and create a plan that works with your body, not against it.

🗓 Ready to take back the narrative on your health? Book a visit, and let's talk personalized care.

We are all familiar with the use of ginger for nausea and improving digestion, but it can be equally helpful for migrain...
05/10/2025

We are all familiar with the use of ginger for nausea and improving digestion, but it can be equally helpful for migraines. We know that the compounds 6-shogaol and 10-gingerol have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

In a double-blind, placebo-controlled study, researchers compared the efficacy of sumatriptan to ginger in the treatment of common migraines. Over a one month period, patients took either 250mg of ginger or 50mg of sumatriptan at the onset of migraine pain. Both treatments reduced the severity of common migraine attacks within two hours of use. Ginger and sumatriptan provided significant pain relief, with no significant difference between the two. The bonus is that the "side effect" of taking the ginger is less intense menstrual cramping!

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05/09/2025

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🩺🔎 Naturopathic medicine looks at the big picture - how your body systems interact, how your lifestyle plays a role, and...
05/05/2025

🩺🔎 Naturopathic medicine looks at the big picture - how your body systems interact, how your lifestyle plays a role, and what your unique path to healing really requires.

It's not one-size-fits-all.

It is thoughtful, strategic, and rooted in collaboration - helping you finally feel like yourself again.

This is whole-person medicine. And it's time more people know what that really means 😎

Is it time to clean up your act?Just like the furnace filter in your home needs to be cleaned, our bodies also benefit f...
05/01/2025

Is it time to clean up your act?

Just like the furnace filter in your home needs to be cleaned, our bodies also benefit from some additional support throughout the year. Join Dr. Reid for a high-impact week of healthy eating and kickstart your good habits back into high gear!

For more information on how to join, visit saskatoonnaturopathic.com/spring-reset

You deserve answers, not just reassurance. That’s where functional lab testing comes in! 🩺✨️Unlike standard blood work, ...
03/19/2025

You deserve answers, not just reassurance. That’s where functional lab testing comes in! 🩺✨️

Unlike standard blood work, functional tests dive deeper—exploring hormone balance, gut health, nutrient levels, and inflammation markers—to uncover the root cause of your symptoms.

🔬Why test with a naturopathic doctor?
✅️ Personalized insights—No one-size-fits-all care here!
✅️ Proactive health—Address imbalances before they turn into chronic issues.
✅️ Integrative approach—Collaborating with conventional medicine for the best outcomes.

If you’re dealing with fatigue, digestive issues, hormone imbalances, or mystery symptoms, functional testing might be the missing piece.

📍Book a consult with us —because your health is worth understanding! 🤍

Christmas is coming but it's *almost* business as usual!Our NDs and staff will be taking a few well-earned days off here...
12/18/2024

Christmas is coming but it's *almost* business as usual!

Our NDs and staff will be taking a few well-earned days off here and there, but for the most part we are around over the next 2 weeks. Stop by and grab your supplement refills, see if you can snag a last-minute IV spot (current patients only), or get a head start on crushing your 2025 health goals by booking your appointments now. Some of our docs are already booking into March/April for consults, so if taking your health to the next level is on your to-do list for next year, get in touch!

😰🥂 PREVENT THE BOOZE BLUESIt can be all too easy to overindulge during the holidays, and for many - alcohol is no except...
12/17/2024

😰🥂 PREVENT THE BOOZE BLUES

It can be all too easy to overindulge during the holidays, and for many - alcohol is no exception. Consumption may increase with extra celebrations, events, and gatherings, or as a coping mechanism to deal with the added stress the season can bring. While it can be fun in the moment or can help you relax, it is not uncommon for holiday cheer to turn into "hangxiety" or the "booze blues" once the party is over. Alcohol can contribute to these mood changes in a variety of ways:

• Changes in brain chemistry affecting mood (to differing degrees depending on alcohol usage)
• Depletion of nutrients, such as B vitamins which are crucial for a balanced mood
• Impaired deep sleep which may lead to fatigue the following day or days
• Physical effects of drinking alcohol - dehydration, inflammation, headaches, or altered digestive function
• Impulsivity or regretful decision-making while under the influence

If you are planning to indulge this season, consider the following strategies to keep your holidays healthy and cheerful:

1. Hydrate - stay on top of your water intake, consider electrolytes.
2. Replete your B Vitamins.
3. Allow yourself sufficient time to catch up on rest.
4. Eat prior to drinking alcohol.
5. Set and stick to your drink limits.
6. Find alternative outlets for stress - exercise, mindfulness, connecting with loved ones, etc.
7. Plan a safe ride home.

If you struggle with mental health or self-medicating with alcohol or other substances, reach out to your healthcare team for help 💙 There are many options, conventional and naturopathic, that can help you to achieve mental wellness in a more sustainable way.

*This information is general in nature and intended for educational purposes only. Always consult with your healthcare team before starting any new health regimen to ensure it is safe and appropriate for you.

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Did you know that vitamin B9 (or folic acid) is one of the most important micronutrients in pregnancy? That's because it...
12/16/2024

Did you know that vitamin B9 (or folic acid) is one of the most important micronutrients in pregnancy? That's because it helps prevent fetal defects such as neural tube defects (NTDs) among some other potential malformations. Oftentimes, these NTDs can occur between the 22nd and 28th day of conception (which is, on average, the 40th-42nd day of the start of your last menstrual period).

Since this occurs fairly early in conception, it is recommended that you start a folic acid supplement at least 3 MONTHS PRIOR to trying to conceive. So - if conceiving us one of your 2025 goals, get a head start BEFORE you get that fertile feeling 😉

Wishing you warmth and abundant fertility this holiday season!

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Always learning, always growing...this holds true for our NDs AND our admin staff!Many of you know Anna - one of our sup...
09/12/2024

Always learning, always growing...this holds true for our NDs AND our admin staff!

Many of you know Anna - one of our superstar Patient Experience Coordinators. She decided that two university degrees wasn't enough, so this fall she has started at the College of Law at Don't worry - you will still be able to see her smiling, happy face every Saturday at the clinic...and in the IV room as she gets her regular Myers IVs 🥰🌞

Anna, we are so proud of you! You are crushing your goals and you have a huge community cheering you on...go get 'em!

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14-118 Cope Crescent
Saskatoon, SK
S7T0X3

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

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+13066642150

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