Dr. Tanya O'Brien ND

Dr. Tanya O'Brien ND Helping people heal with science based natural medicine. Specializing in GI issues and exhaustion. I dove into my learning. It was a whole new world.

When I first graduated from my Nutrition degree out of University, I wasn’t really sure where I was headed. I knew I was passionate about nutrition and health but I wasn’t sure a nutritionist or dietitian was what I wanted to be. I thought they were too restrictive and the regulations stopped them from really being able to fully heal the whole person (nutrition is only one part of health) and although I did now know what was missing, I knew something was. I ended up finding a part time job working at a hospital as a clinical dietetic assistant and at the same time started a job as a nutritionist at a Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM) Clinic. At that time, I had no idea what TCM was or knew anything about this whole ‘naturopathic’ world out there but I was a nutritionist and wanted to try my hands somewhere. I was excited to get a chance to see both options, working with a dietitian and as a nutritionist I could assess which avenue I wanted to pursue. Once I started, I was amazed at the difference, not in how different the 2 positions were but how different they were from their patients' health recovery perspectives. At the TCM clinic people were overjoyed with how much they had recovered, how they were arthritis free since for 10 years, 15 years since they were diagnosed as cancer free, cardiovascular diseases had reversed, a wall of pictures of babies from women labeled infertile by western medicine standards and tons of patients telling me just how lucky I was to get to work in such a healing center. I was amazed and baffled at the same time, what was going on here, what was this TCM and how was it healing so many people? I felt like a curtain was lifted and my life would never be the same again. This was it, this was the missing piece I had been searching for! I was finally seeing something that could heal the whole person, not just their symptoms. I started adopting some of the new dietary, herbal and lifestyle changes that I was learning and I started healing myself. Things that I never thought could go away like my dry patches of skin, the psoriasis that was starting to form on my face went away, my constant bloating and my lifelong struggle with constipation started reversing! I could think better, I had more energy and I just felt so much better! I knew I had to learn more and once I heard of at Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine and that I could learn not only about TCM but also about herbs, functional medicine, nutraceuticals, homeopathy and energy medicine, I knew I had to do it. I knew it would allow me to then be able to complete my learning and give me the ability to teach others what I had learned, to show people that there is another way! We can all fine tune our health and even though I had thought I was healthy before I started working at the TCM clinic, I know now I could have felt so much better, I just needed to add in some naturopathic touches.

Fiber is one of the most important things to track in your diet! Most Canadians get only about 10 grams per day when the...
03/04/2026

Fiber is one of the most important things to track in your diet! Most Canadians get only about 10 grams per day when the ideal would be 35-45 grams per day.

I ask most patients to track their fiber for a week to see where they are. If you are low, slowly start increasing.

I have a handout that outlines fiber rich foods. If anyone wants it comment 'fiber' and I can send it to you.

It's not hard once you know how to do it!

Another happy lady! 10 Days a year I ask people to take the time to do a detox. This is her second year, it could be you...
01/29/2026

Another happy lady!

10 Days a year I ask people to take the time to do a detox. This is her second year, it could be your first.

If you want to increase your energy, clear your mind and fit into your jeans again like she does, reach out for details.

01/26/2026

January is when many people think about a reset. In Jan I've been doing a reset for years. It has changed over time but has been the same for the past 5 years. In this video I explain what I do and why to help keep my body in the best shape possible :)

Health is the ultimate goal!

01/26/2026

What do I recommend for a restart in January each year? I explain in the below video!😍

Enjoy and reach out if you have any questions.

01/04/2026
Annual January detox starts soon! Join me to help start the new year on the right foot!The detox focuses on adding whole...
01/04/2026

Annual January detox starts soon!

Join me to help start the new year on the right foot!

The detox focuses on adding whole foods and eliminating sugar, alcohol and refined foods to help the body heal. This in turn leaves you feeling lighter, more energized and ready to take on the new year on your own terms.

Open to past participants and new comers alike.

If you're ready to join me, click on the link in the comments!

Reach out if you have any questions!

Quality trusted products on sale! Treat yourself with a little health this holiday season!My Top picks for this holiday ...
11/27/2025

Quality trusted products on sale! Treat yourself with a little health this holiday season!

My Top picks for this holiday season:

1. Stress support - who isn't over doing it this time of year?

2. Digestive support - who doesn't want to over indulge a little?

3. Multivitamins - who is not eating exactly as they want with all the holiday treats around?

4. Blood glucose support - we already mentioned the over abundance of sugar laden treats...

Order from Nov 28 - Dec 2 to get your discount!

https://ca.fullscript.com/welcome/tobrien

More great results from someone who just finished the detox! She has done the detox in the past and loved it so when she...
11/05/2025

More great results from someone who just finished the detox! She has done the detox in the past and loved it so when she was feeling overwhelmed with her health issues she reached out to start it again.

Once a year, take the time to hone it in and get back to clean eating, supporting your detox pathways and focusing on your health! Your body will thank you :)

It’s almost the end of October — and believe it or not, my three kids (all in elementary school!) still haven’t been sic...
10/24/2025

It’s almost the end of October — and believe it or not, my three kids (all in elementary school!) still haven’t been sick this fall.

No runny noses.
No fevers.
No missed school days.

And it’s not because I’ve been wiping everything down with antimicrobial sprays or making them wear masks everywhere.

It’s because we’ve focused on building their immune systems — not just shielding them from every germ out there.

Here’s what’s we've been doing:
🌿 Daily herbs – a few immune-supportive favorites like elderberry and echinacea.
☀️ Vitamin D – especially important as the days get shorter and darker.
🥗 Healthy, whole foods – less sugar, more colorful veggies and probiotic rich foods.
😴 Sleep – it sounds simple, but it’s a superpower for kids’ immune systems.
Supporting your immune system is a lifestyle — not a single product or pill. We buckle down end of Aug until after Halloween.

My kids do get sick, so do I but it's not often and it doesn't tend to linger as long as some. This may be coincidence or sheer luck, but behind the scenes I am focusing on immune support so believe what you want.

If you want to learn more about natural immune support for your family, I have an Immune Boosting Course I made with my colleague and partner in crime Hallie Armstrong. It's a great place to get started.

https://www.2naturopathicmoms.com/immune-boosting

It's time to boost your immune system!It’s almost the end of October — and believe it or not, my three kids (all in elem...
10/24/2025

It's time to boost your immune system!

It’s almost the end of October — and believe it or not, my three kids (all in elementary school!) still haven’t been sick this fall.
No runny noses.
No fevers.
No missed school days.
And it’s not because I’ve been wiping everything down with antimicrobial sprays or making them wear masks everywhere.
It’s because we’ve focused on building their immune systems — not just shielding them from every germ out there.
Here’s what’s we've been doing:
🌿 Daily herbs – a few immune-supportive favorites like elderberry and echinacea.
☀️ Vitamin D – especially important as the days get shorter and darker.
🥗 Healthy, whole foods – less sugar, more colorful veggies and probiotic rich foods.
😴 Sleep – it sounds simple, but it’s a superpower for kids’ immune systems.
Supporting your immune system is a lifestyle — not a single product or pill. We buckle down end of Aug until after Halloween.
My kids do get sick, so do I but it's not often and it doesn't tend to linger as long as some. This may be coincidence or sheer luck, but behind the scenes I am focusing on immune support so believe what you want.
If you want to learn more about natural immune support for your family, I have an Immune Boosting Course I made with my colleague and partner in crime Hallie Armstrong. It's a great place to get started.

Learn the latest in immune boosting natural therapies from 2 Naturopathic Doctors. You will learn effective lifestyle techniques, key foods, herbs and nutrients as well as supplement recommendations that can help keep your immune system in tip-top shape.

Simply adding beans, peas or lentils to your meals can have significant long term gains.If you are new to beans, start s...
10/21/2025

Simply adding beans, peas or lentils to your meals can have significant long term gains.

If you are new to beans, start slowly.

You can easily take out half the meat in a meal that has ground beef and Mash in some beans. Or take out half the chicken in a stir fry and add in a half can of beans. Or take out half the meat in a stew and add some chickpeas etc.

It doesn't have to be complicated. Just get them in!

Eating more legumes—more beans, split peas, chickpeas, and lentils—may give us the largest life expectancy gains. So, if you do only one thing, eat legumes for longevity. https://see.nf/45P50wv

We all need to work together to help keep people healthy.Naturopathic Medicine is highly valued in most of the world, un...
10/17/2025

We all need to work together to help keep people healthy.

Naturopathic Medicine is highly valued in most of the world, unfortunately it is still undervalued by many here in Canada.

If you have been helped by a Naturopathic Doctor share your story and help others to see the truth behind what it can offer.

It's time to bridge the gap...

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Dr. Tanya O’Brien, ND

When I first graduated from my Nutrition degree out of University, I wasn’t really sure where I was headed. I knew I was passionate about nutrition and health but I wasn’t sure a nutritionist or dietitian was what I wanted to be. I thought they would be too restrictive and the regulations stopped them from really being able to fully heal the whole person (nutrition is only one part of health) and although I did now know what was missing, I knew something was.

I ended up finding a part time job working at a hospital as a clinical dietetic assistant and at the same time started a job as a nutritionist at a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Clinic. At that time, I had no idea what TCM was or knew anything about this whole ‘naturopathic’ world out there, but I was a nutritionist and wanted to try my hands somewhere. I was excited to get a chance to see both options, working with a dietitian and as a nutritionist I could assess which avenue I wanted to pursue.

Once I started, I was amazed at the difference, not in how different the 2 positions were but how different they were from their patients health recovery perspectives. At the TCM clinic people were overjoyed with how much they had recovered, how they were arthritis free for over 10 years, 15 years since they were diagnosed as cancer free, cardiovascular diseases had reversed, a wall of pictures of babies from women labeled ‘infertile’ by western medicine standards and tons of patients telling me just how lucky I was to get to work in such a healing center. I was amazed and baffled at the same time, what was going on here, what was this TCM and how was it healing so many people?

I felt like a curtain was lifted and my life would never be the same again. This was it, this was the missing piece I had been searching for! I dove into my learning. I was finally seeing something that could heal the whole person not just their symptoms. It was a whole new world. I started adopting some of the new dietary, herbal and lifestyle changes that I was learning and I started healing myself. Things that I never thought could go away like my dry patches of skin, the psoriasis that had started to form on my face went away, my constant bloating and my life long struggle with constipation started reversing! I could think better, I had more energy and I just felt so much better! I knew I had to learn more and once I heard of at Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine and that I could learn not only about TCM but also about herbs, functional medicine, nutraceuticals, homeopathy and energy medicine, I knew I had to do it. I knew it would allow me to then be able to complete my learning and give me the ability to teach others what I had learned, to show people that there is another way!