Dr. Pamela Frank, Naturopathic Doctor from Forces of Nature

Dr. Pamela Frank, Naturopathic Doctor from Forces of Nature As a naturopathic doctor, I have been providing quality, evidence-based natural healthcare in Toront Reach out by email or phone if I can help you.

I am a registered naturopathic doctor who has practiced for 24+ years. I use natural treatments including diet, lifestyle counselling, vitamins, minerals, herbs, and acupuncture for many different health problems including allergies, irritable bowel syndrome/IBS, Crohn's, colitis, headaches, migraines, arthritis, PMS, PMDD, acne, hair loss, hidradenitis suppurativa, menopause, infertility, PCOS, endometriosis, pregnancy, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibroids, weight loss, depression, uterine polyps, and much more. I'm always here and happy to help.

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09/23/2025

Adopting a low-FODMAP diet reduces IBS symptoms by minimizing the foods that exacerbate discomfort and bloating.

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09/18/2025

Busting PCOS Ovulation Myths

There’s so much confusion around ovulation with PCOS. Let’s clear a few things up:

❌ Myth 1: “If you have PCOS, you never ovulate.”
✅ Truth: Many people with PCOS ovulate, just not always on a predictable cycle.

❌ Myth 2: “You can’t get pregnant if you don’t have regular periods.”
✅ Truth: While lifestyle changes can help some, ovulation depends on multiple factors, including hormones, insulin, and androgens.

❌ Myth 3: “Weight loss guarantees ovulation.”
✅ Truth: While lifestyle changes can help some, ovulation depends on multiple factors including hormones, insulin, and androgens.

Key takeaway: Ovulation in PCOS is variable. It’s not “all or nothing.” Tracking symptoms, using ovulation kits, or lab testing can give more precise answers.

PCOS ovulation is complex, but knowledge is power. With the right strategies, support, and care, understanding your cycle becomes possible.

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09/16/2025

Supporting healthy liver function may assist with clearing toxins that are damaging s***m.

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09/15/2025

Too often, people with PCOS are told it’s because of their weight, lifestyle, or choices. This is simply not true.

PCOS is a complex medical condition influenced by:
🔹 Genetics
🔹 Hormone regulation
🔹 Metabolic factors

You didn’t cause your PCOS by eating the wrong thing, missing a workout, or gaining weight. In fact, many people with PCOS struggle despite doing “everything right.”

The truth: PCOS is not a reflection of your willpower, discipline, or self-worth. What matters most is learning how to support your unique body so you can feel better and reduce long-term risks.

It’s time to release the blame and step into empowerment. You deserve compassion, understanding, and effective care.

09/02/2025

PCOS & Cardiovascular Risk: Why It Matters Long Term
PCOS is about more than just periods, it’s a heart-health issue too.

Large reviews show higher risk of clinical cardiovascular events in PCOS, especially stroke, on top of common risk factors like hypertension, dyslipidemia, and insulin resistance.

Here's what the guidelines say: The 2023 International PCOS Guideline flags increased CVD risk and recommends comprehensive risk assessment - testing for lipids, measuring BP, weight, glucose, and assessing lifestyle factors.

Screen & manage early:

1. Know your numbers: BP, fasting lipids, glucose/OGTT.
2. Train consistently: cardio, HIIT + resistance.
3. Prioritize sleep & stress skills.
4. Nutrition: fiber, protein, minimal smart carbs, fewer ultra-processed foods.

Follow-up annually; sooner if numbers are off. PCOS is a lifelong condition, protect your heart early.

Comment ‘HEART’ and I’ll DM my PCOS Heart Checklist + lab tracker to you.

With patience, persistence, and the support of your healthcare team, you can unlock the power of your unique hormone puz...
09/01/2025

With patience, persistence, and the support of your healthcare team, you can unlock the power of your unique hormone puzzle and pave the way for improved fertility and overall well-being.

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09/01/2025

Vitamin D and PCOS: miracle fix or modest helper?

Vitamin D isn’t a magic wand, but correcting a deficiency can help improve the bigger picture. Always test first.

Supplement studies are mixed. Some show slight improvements in fasting glucose, lipids, or hormones, especially if you’re deficient or insulin-resistant. Others show little to no change in insulin resistance.

The verdict: think of vitamin D as an add-on, not a cure. Test, treat deficiency per guidelines, and pair with nutrition, movement, sleep, and evidence-based supplements.

Vitamin D isn’t a magic wand, but if you’re deficient, correcting it can help the bigger picture. Always test first.



Want my PCOS lab list? Comment ‘LABS’ and I’ll send it.

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08/25/2025

Your body produces glutathione using the amino acids glutamine, glycine, and cysteine.

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08/18/2025

The Pitfalls of Overreliance on Ultrasound
If you’ve been told you have PCOS based only on an ultrasound… we need to talk.

An Ultrasound alone does not equal a proper PCOS diagnosis
Ultrasound can show ‘cystic’ ovaries — but that’s just one part of the puzzle.

Healthy women can have cysts on their ovaries.

The diagnosis of PCOS should be based on the Rotterdam Criteria — that means having 2 out of 3 of these symptoms:

1️⃣ Irregular or absent periods
2️⃣ High androgens - either symptoms like acne, hair loss, or hirsutism or bloodwork showing high androgens
3️⃣ Polycystic ovaries on ultrasound

If you only have cysts on your ovaries but regular cycles and normal hormones, you don’t have PCOS.

Ultrasound is a helpful tool, but it’s not the whole story. Ask your doctor for a complete assessment — your health deserves it.

PCOS diagnosis = more than just a scan
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08/18/2025

Years of exposure to UV radiation from the sun damages collagen and elastin, causing premature aging (photoaging).

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Sunscreen should protect your skin—not disrupt your hormones. Go mineral. Go mindful. 🌿 📌 Save this list + share it with...
08/15/2025

Sunscreen should protect your skin—not disrupt your hormones.
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08/13/2025

If you have PCOS, the wrong or inadequate blood work can leave you without answers. Here are the right tests to ask for.

First — Hormones. You’ll want:

Total & free testosterone & dihydrotestosterone
DHEA-S
LH, FSH and estradiol - done on day 3 of your period, if you are having periods
Prolactin
TSH, free T3 and free T4

Second — Metabolic health. Ask for:

Fasting glucose & insulin
Hemoglobin A1c
and a Lipid panel

And finally, consider:

17-hydroxyprogesterone (to rule out other conditions)
7-9 a.m. cortisol
SHBG (for hormone balance insight)

Bring this list to your next appointment, PCOS is easier to treat when we test the right things and have all of the information.

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