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Susan Gillis, Naturopathic Doctor

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11/23/2020

✨You got this✨

Just a reminder that registered health professionals are able to continue practicing with the new restrictions in Toronto. Use up those benefits before they run out ⏰

Strict measures are being taken to ensure the safety of in-person visits, and virtual consults are always available.

DM to book / if you have questions

11/16/2020

After yesterday’s wind, ☀️summer in the fall☀️ is officially over. There are very few supplements that I recommend to almost all of my patients, however vitamin D is one of them.

Our skin makes vitamin D in response to sunlight, so with the shorter, greyer days it’s vital for those living in Northern climates.

Not only does it improve our mood and immunity through the winter months, Vitamin D status has also been correlated with COVID-19 severity.

Researchers in Spain found that ICU admission in COVID-19 pneumonia patients NOT taking Vitamin D was 50%, compared to only 2% of those taking Vitamin D. There were also zero deaths in the group taking vitamin D, compared to 2 deaths in the control group. Another study found that over 80% of patients hospitalized with COVID-19 were deficient in Vitamin D.

These findings suggest that Vitamin D supplementation significantly decreases the risk of ICU admission & severe COVID-19.

I want to know: do you take Vitamin D through the ❄️ months? Do you notice any changes?

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09/02/2020

I’ll be back at seeing patients two weeks from today - on September 16th 🎉

Virtual consults will always be available if you prefer to keep it distant, either by secure video chat or phone call

To maintain the highest standards of health and safety, more buffer time will be added between patient visits to allow for thorough disinfecting, masks will be required, and the waiting room will be temporarily unavailable (come just at the time of your appointment). Questions, comments or concerns, post below or DM!

Also, exciting news in the pipeline about a second practice location. Stay tuned! ✨

08/28/2020

Cold water therapy 💦

Ever wonder why you feel so good after going for a swim in the ocean or lake?

Immersion in cold water has a variety of benefits including reduced muscle soreness 💪🏼 , improved mental and immune health and increased metabolism💥

If this is new to you, the best way to ease into it is with alternating hot & cold showers - 3 mins hot 🔥🔥🔥 to 1 minute cold 🥶 , always ending your shower on cold. Once you get comfortable with this you can opt for fully cold showers.

This robe was seriously the most cozy thing I could ever put on my body after a long lake swim. It’s made by my good pal’s company, 💜 All their stuff is artisan made, ethically and sustainably sourced and feels so amazing on your skin. Thanks for the best robe ever ! 🙏🏼

07/22/2020

Spending the day today turning these babies into scented sachets. The first three people to comment below can have one!

Why do I 💜 lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) so much?

💜 It’s been used for centuries for its calming, anti anxiety effects and is also commonly used for insomnia

💜 Modern research backs up these traditional uses

💜 It’s gentle, beautiful and smells soo good

Thanks for sharing your beautiful harvest

@ Trinity–Bellwoods

06/25/2020

You’ve probably heard a million times by now that certain pre-existing conditions put you at increased risk for being hospitalized from COVID-19. Many of these conditions are considered ‘lifestyle diseases’ that are preventable through lifestyle modification.

In addition to healthy sleep and regular exercise, proper nutrition can have a huge impact in preventing things like cancer, cardiovascular disease, obesity and diabetes. Not only does proper diet improve immunity, it also helps prevent the chronic diseases that can increase the severity of COVID-19.

If you’re interested in learning more, I’m hosting a nutrition workshop over Zoom this Sunday at 4pm. Cost is $15. Link in bio to register!

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04/28/2020

Sleep hygiene = behaviours around sleep that either promote or prevent it. I’d always recommend addressing sleep hygiene before resorting to supplements or medications to improve sleep.
Avoid screens for at least an hour before bed and engage in relaxing activities that help you wind down & prepare your nervous system for sleep. Some of my faves are reading, meditation, taking a bath, restorative yoga, or anything else that makes you feel relaxed.
Your room should be dark 🌚 , cool ❄️ and quiet 🤫 and should feel like a calm, safe place to fall asleep in. These seem like simple things but they all have a lot of research to show that they’re vital for sleep.
There are lots of supplements that can be helpful as well (trust me, I’ve tried them all!) I’d recommend working with an ND to find what‘s best for you.
What’s worked for you in the past for sleep?
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03/16/2020

Now offering online visits to patients in Ontario. I’m here for you 💜

03/13/2020

❗️A note on COVID-19❗️
Due to the current risk of COVID-19, all patients who are sick, or experiencing symptoms such as fever🤒, trouble breathing, or coughing are encouraged to reach out to reschedule your appointment. All patients also have the option of phone-consults if preferred, in an effort to limit social interactions. Remember to prioritize your health at this time, wash your hands thoroughly and avoid touching your face. Stay tuned for tips on boosting your immune system!
Questions about COVID? Post in the comments below 👇🏻

02/10/2020

Grateful for this view and the sound of the ocean 🌊 during my morning yoga practice

01/21/2020

Let’s talk digestive health! 👩🏻‍⚕️
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, or SIBO, is a finding of higher-than-expected levels of bacteria in the small intestine. There should be very little bacteria here, as the role of your small intestine is for nutrient absorption.
99% of gut bacteria should be found in the large intestine, where they promote health by producing things like B vitamins and short-chain fatty acids. These help prevent colon cancer and inflammatory bowel disease, and help maintain healthy weight and blood sugar regulation.
An overgrowth of bacteria higher up in your digestive tract can lead to symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea/constipation, bloating, heartburn, gas and nausea. It can also lead to other conditions like iron & B12 deficiency, rosacea and hypothyroidism. Sometimes these are “friendly” bacteria, so taking probiotics can actually worsen SIBO.
This condition is often due to dysfunctional peristalsis, low stomach acid, gall bladder issues, traumatic brain injuries, or anatomical variations like intestinal strictures. To optimize peristalsis, make sure you’re giving your body 2.5-3 hours between meals to allow for the small intestine to be swept clean.
If these symptoms sound familiar chat with your ND to figure out how naturopathic medicine can help!

12/01/2019

Vacation mode 😎🌴
When I’m lucky, self care looks like this 🐚🏖
Most of the time, it’s working through my to-do list, getting enough sleep, physical activity, or cuddling with my doggos 🐶
Whatever self care looks like for you, it’s important to make it a priority. What’s your favourite form of self care?
@ Indian Shores, Florida

10/09/2019

Little sneak peak of the detox I’ll be running out of king west starting next week.
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The Fall Detox includes daily herbal tea, two yoga classes over the two weeks, a check in with me during the course of the program, and lots of diet and lifestyle tips to help support the organs of detoxification during our transition into the cooler months. 🍂
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Link in bio.
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09/27/2019

At this time of year we often focus on settling down and reconnecting to healthy habits. That’s why I wanted to run a detox program to help people connect to these habits. My take on detox is that our bodies are perfectly capable of detoxifying on their own, but with unhealthy eating habits we sometimes pick up in the summertime, our organs of detoxification benefit from a little support.
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From October 15th til 28th, I’ll be running a program that includes detox-focused yoga classes, daily herbal tea to support liver and kidney function, and a whole lot of information on how to naturally support the organs that are doing all this hard work behind the scenes all the time. If you’re interested in learning more about diet and lifestyle habits to support these organs, DM me or post your questions below !
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09/23/2019

What an amazing weekend with the most wonderful group of women. We kayaked to an island, did yoga, drank delicious natural wines with , had bonfire chats, did weird face masks, foraged for mushrooms and ate the most delicious plant based foods prepared by . I’m so grateful to have been a part of it. 💕 @ Jack Lake (Peterborough County)

08/14/2019

Eeek I’m so excited my heart could explode! 💕✨
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I’ll be joining a group of badass women in leading a Wellness retreat this September. This retreat will include daily yoga classes, plant-based meals, outdoor adventures, camp fires and amazing wine and cheese compliments of &
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All my favourite things combined into one weekend! DM if you’d like to book or learn more ✨
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Tuesday	10am - 2pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	12pm - 7pm

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