Dr. Ardyce Yik ND

28/04/2026

💪🏼💪🏼 Invest in your health. If you don’t, you will be forced to make time for your illness.”

27/04/2026

🧠 Brain fog (forgetfulness, difficulty focusing, mental sluggishness) can be frustrating. And it’s often a symptom of an underlying issue. Here are a few reasons why (there are other reasons too- read till the end): 1️⃣ 😴Inadequate Sleep. While you sleep, the brain uses a specialized waste clearance system called the glymphatic system to remove waste products and toxins linked to neurodegenerative diseases. It is primarily active during deep, slow-wave sleep so without proper rest, you’re dealing with a “dirty” brain. 2️⃣ 🍄Candida Overgrowth. A yeast imbalance in the gut can create waste products that cross the blood-brain barrier, leading to a literal mental “hangover”. 3️⃣ 💉Vitamin B12 Deficiency. Vitamin B12 is essential for the formation and maintenance of myelin, the protective coating on your nerves. Without it, your cognitive speed takes a massive hit. People who are taking acid reflux medications, the elderly and those who don’t eat animal products are particularly prone to B12 deficiency. Other reasons include hormonal shifts (e.g. perimenopause), Long Covid, excessive screen time, high sugar consumption and alcohol/ substance abuse. Dr. Yik uses comprehensive lab tests to check for nutrient deficiencies ✅ gut microbiome imbalances/ yeast overgrowth ✅ hormone imbalances ✅ etc. She can help you address the underlying causes and improve brain health so you can thrive. Follow .ardyce for more health-boosting tips!

23/04/2026

👩🏻‍⚕️🛒💛 As a doctor and mom of 3, I get asked what I feed my family all the time. Here are my grocery staples to keep everyone healthy and thriving: cruciferous and green leafy veggies, berries, avocados, salmon, Greek style yogurt, grass-fed beef, free-range chicken, omega-3 eggs, Brazil nuts (but kids prefer cashews), beans (edamame beans are a fave!) and whole grains. What’s in your shopping cart? ☺️ Follow .ardyce for more health tips and ways to help you thrive! And a quick shout-out to my friend from Cali who gave me the Trader Joe’s bag! 😝

22/04/2026

😐 Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause directly affect mood, cognition, and mental wellbeing. These symptoms are routinely overlooked or dismissed: withdrawal from social activities, anxiety, reduced resilience to pressure, irritability/ anger, difficulty making decisions, etc. If you are experiencing unexplained changes in your mood or behaviour, talk to a doctor who truly listens and puts all the puzzle pieces of your health together. Follow .ardyce for more health tips to help you thrive!

21/04/2026

🙅🏻‍♀️Stop doing these 3 things if you’re ALWAYS tired. 🥱 1) Stop consuming caffeine after 2pm. 2) Stop late-night scrolling. 3) Stop relying on sugar for energy. And here are 👩🏻‍⚕️Dr. Yik’s favourite energy-boosting snacks: hard-boiled eggs, veggies with hummus or guacamole (avocado) dip, Greek yogurt with berries, grass-fed beef sticks/ jerky, apple slices with nut butter, nuts with fruit. Share this with a friend who’s always tired. See you next time.

14/04/2026

08/04/2026

👦🏻👧🏻 April 10th is Siblings Day! Bring your child (under age 18) for a consultation with Dr. Yik in the month of April and receive a complimentary zinc (mineral) absorption test to check their nutrition status! If the child comes in with their siblings, their siblings get the complimentary zinc absorption test too. Whether it’s to optimize growth (weight and height), boost immunity, support brain power or address the underlying causes of a specific condition such as eczema or unexplained fatigue, it’s important to prioritize your child’s growth and development. Dr. Yik offers science-based natural solutions to health conditions and helps children reach their full potential by ensuring that all the building blocks for optimal health are in place. Call (852) 2523-7121 or email reception@imi.com.hk to book an appointment today. 💪🏼💪🏼

07/04/2026

🌸 Brokenness and beauty- not opposites, just different verses of the same song. So hang in there, because after even the harshest winters, the flowers will grow and bloom again. You will, too.

30/03/2026

🧠 Neuroscience shows that the brain strengthens the pathways we use most often. This is why for some people, stress, worry, or self-criticism become daily patterns, whereas positivity, gratitude and compassion are the default for others. Your brain learns what you practise and it’s not too late to retrain it.

25/03/2026

🩵 The reflection you see when you look in the mirror holds the only person with the power to change your path. The transformation you seek begins the moment you take ownership of your own reflection. 🩵

24/03/2026

🌹A delightful afternoon for the senses at the brand new Terrace Boulud in Hong Kong. An honour to meet the renowned Lea Colombo who designed this creative, colourful pop-up as part of Art Basel Hong Kong 2026. Thank you for the lovely meal and congrats all 🫶🏼 .are.ona .land

22/03/2026

💛 It turns out that positive social connections matter more than you think. And remember- it’s not about the number of friends, but the quality of relationships.