Whole Health NWC

03/12/2023

02/07/2023

Why book a comprehensive health package?

Comprehensive health packages allow you to bundle visits with functional tests at a discounted rate.

Learn more about the 7 comprehensive health packages offered at Whole Health Naturopathic Wellness Center. Link in bio ✨

Not sure where to start? Book a free discovery call with Dr. Poy for guidance!

01/03/2023

There’s a huge difference between a licensed naturopathic doctor and lay naturopath.

Licensed naturopathic doctors have advanced training in both conventional medicine and natural medicine.

Scope of practice for NDs vary in each state and only half the states provide NDs licensure. Due to lack of universal licensure, certain individuals can call themselves naturopathic doctors in certain states despite not having similar training. Here are a few things to verify when searching for a naturopathic doctor.

11/15/2022

Exciting news 🎉

I have recently started a new page dedicated exclusively to women's health. The reason for creating this new page is that I see a lot of women's health issues in my practice and have had lots of success with them.

So be sure to like my new page if you are interested in learning more about women's health and hormones! ✨

Hi Everyone! Welcome to my page dedicated to women's health.

For those of you who don't know me, my name is Dr. Andrea Poy. I’m a licensed naturopathic doctor, and I graduated from Bastyr University of San Diego. I currently work with patients 1-1 through my own telehealth practice, Whole Health NWC.

This space is geared towards helping women who are..

✨Looking to address a specific health condition

✨Restore their cyclical health

✨Balance their hormones

✨Restart their metabolism

✨Get pregnant and have a healthy pregnancy & baby

✨Minimize symptoms of menopause

✨Optimize their overall health & well-being

Women's health is an extremely underfunded field of medicine, leaving women with little answers. My mission is to empower you to take control of your own health and teach you that there are TONS of options out there to help you heal.

Now that I've shared my story, I'd love to get to know you all and build a strong community!

Let me know something about you and what you’re looking forward to learning more about in the comments below 👇🏼

🤍 Dr. Poy

08/27/2022

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08/24/2022

🚨 SALE ENDS TONIGHT AT MIDNIGHT!

Fullscript Summer Supplement Sale is 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘!! But only for a limited time - 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝘂 𝗧𝗢𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗥𝗢𝗪 (𝟴.𝟮𝟰) 𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝗱𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁.

Fullscript is an online supplement store that sells only high-quality, practitioner-grade products.

𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝟭: Log in or make a free Fullscript account using the link below.
𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝟮: Browse my personal favorites or shop around the entire catalog.
𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝟯: Receive a 𝟮𝟬% 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 on all purchases (clients of mine receive 30% off)

Whether you are looking to upgrade your supplements from the poor-quality generic store brands, want to try switching up your supplement regimen, or just stock up on your favorites, 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲!

As some of you may know, supplements can be a waste of your time and money if not used properly, if not in the proper forms, and if not of proper quality. To learn more about supplement quality, check out my blog post "𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗱, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗴𝗹𝘆".

Access to Fullscript: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/apoy1614299542

Blog on supplement quality: https://wholehealthnwc.com/blog/supplementsthegoodthebadtheugly

*Not medical advice*

08/23/2022

Fullscript Summer Supplement Sale is 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘!! But only for a limited time - 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝘂 𝗧𝗢𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗥𝗢𝗪 (𝟴.𝟮𝟰) 𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝗱𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁.

Fullscript is an online supplement store that sells only high-quality, practitioner-grade products.

𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝟭: Log in or make a free Fullscript account using the link below.
𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝟮: Browse my personal favorites or shop around the entire catalog.
𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝟯: Receive a 𝟮𝟬% 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 on all purchases (clients of mine receive 30% off)

Whether you are looking to upgrade your supplements from the poor-quality generic store brands, want to try switching up your supplement regimen, or just stock up on your favorites, 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲!

As some of you may know, supplements can be a waste of your time and money if not used properly, if not in the proper forms, and if not of proper quality. To learn more about supplement quality, check out my blog post "𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗱, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗴𝗹𝘆".

Access to Fullscript: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/apoy1614299542

Blog on supplement quality: https://wholehealthnwc.com/blog/supplementsthegoodthebadtheugly

*Not medical advice*

08/03/2022

🚨🚨LAST DAY TO VOTE!!!

Vote Whole Health NWC as best alternative medical practice in the tri-county area!

Takes only a few seconds and anyone can vote!

Listed under medical - alternative therapies 🌿

Voting ends at 5pm TODAY‼️

Thank you all so much for your continual support and a special thanks to those who vote for me! 💛

Who do you think is best? Vote for your favorite restaurants, activities, service providers and more in the 2021 Best of Tri-County Contest.

07/28/2022

Voting ends in less than a week!

Keep up your support by voting once a day for Whole Health NWC under medical - alternative therapies until August 3rd!

Thank you so much!! 🙏🏼

https://bestoftri-county.com/vote/

07/20/2022

‼️I’m officially on the ballot this year for best alternative medical practice in the tri-county area!

Even if you are not a patient of mine and just enjoy my content or know me personally and would like to show some support… I would be so grateful if you took the time to vote for me! ✨🌱🙏🏼

It takes only a few seconds! Just click the link below and vote for Whole Health NWC under medical - alternative therapies.

You can vote once a day until Aug 3rd.

Thank you to all who vote for me 😊

Know a business in the Tri-County area that deserves extra recognition? Nominate them for the Best of Tri-County contest! Find the details here.

07/16/2022

Are you one of the many people who were told SOY is BAD for you??

Maybe you were told soy…
🚩 Increases estrogen
🚩 Causes cancer
🚩 Suppresses thyroid function
🚩 Lowers s***m count
🚩 Feminizes men
🚩 Causes dementia

If that’s the case, then you are gonna wanna sign up for my weekly newsletter BEFORE THIS MONDAY!

I’m going to be discussing the TRUTH about soy, why these myths exist, and use numerous meta-analyses and RCTs to back it. All human data.

SIGN UP HERE ⬇️

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07/05/2022

Are you getting enough omega-3s in your diet??

Omega 3 fatty acids are a type of fat. There are 3 types of omega 3 fatty acids: alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). EPA and DHA are the active forms, whereas ALA needs to be converted into DHA and EPA to be used by your body.

The benefits of omega 3 fatty acids seem to be endless. Here are some ways omega 3s have been shown to be beneficial:

🌱May reduce pro-inflammatory compounds like NF-kappa-B, thromboxanes, interleukin-6, tumor necrosis factor-alpha, c reactive protein, and leukotrienes.

🌱May lower the risk of developing breast cancer, improve the effectiveness of certain chemotherapy agents, improve quality of life in cancer patients, lower tumor aggressiveness, and improve survival rates

🌱May reduce cardiovascular mortality, improve cardiovascular outcomes, prevent heart disease, and lower cholesterol

🌱May help fight depression, improve ADHD, reduce seizure activity, and lower risk of dementia

🌱May improve fertility, increase the chance of conceiving, essential for neurological and visual development of baby, prevent pre-term labor and delivery, lower the risk of preeclampsia, increase birth weight, lower risk of post-partum depression and mood disorders, and lower risk of allergies in infants

🌱May help promote healthy skin by regulating oil production, improving hydration, lessening breakouts, softening rough skin, soothing irritation, and preventing UV damage and skin cancer.

So how much omega 3s should you be eating? At minimum, you should be having 250mg per day of EPA/DHA and ~1.5g per day of ALA. Individual needs may vary.

For 1-1 nutritional guidance, schedule a virtual visit to improve your health today! Link in bio ✨
Disclaimer: Not medical advice. For educational purposes only. Consult with your doctor before making any changes.

07/05/2022

Are you getting enough omega-3s in your diet??

Omega 3 fatty acids are a type of fat. There are 3 types of omega 3 fatty acids: alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). EPA and DHA are the active forms, whereas ALA needs to be converted into DHA and EPA to be used by your body.

The benefits of omega 3 fatty acids seem to be endless. Here are some ways omega 3s have been shown to be beneficial:

🌱May reduce pro-inflammatory compounds like NF-kappa-B, thromboxanes, interleukin-6, tumor necrosis factor-alpha, c reactive protein, and leukotrienes.

🌱May lower the risk of developing breast cancer, improve the effectiveness of certain chemotherapy agents, improve quality of life in cancer patients, lower tumor aggressiveness, and improve survival rates

🌱May reduce cardiovascular mortality, improve cardiovascular outcomes, prevent heart disease, and lower cholesterol

🌱May help fight depression, improve ADHD, reduce seizure activity, and lower risk of dementia

🌱May improve fertility, increase the chance of conceiving, essential for neurological and visual development of baby, prevent pre-term labor and delivery, lower the risk of preeclampsia, increase birth weight, lower risk of post-partum depression and mood disorders, and lower risk of allergies in infants

🌱May help promote healthy skin by regulating oil production, improving hydration, lessening breakouts, softening rough skin, soothing irritation, and preventing UV damage and skin cancer.

So how much omega 3s should you be eating? At minimum, you should be having 250mg per day of EPA/DHA and ~1.5g per day of ALA. Individual needs may vary.

For 1-1 nutritional guidance, schedule a virtual visit to improve your health today!

wholehealthnwc.com
Disclaimer: Not medical advice. For educational purposes only. Consult with your doctor before making any changes.

07/01/2022

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06/28/2022

As a general rule of thumb, you can see a Naturopathic Doctor anytime other than during medical emergencies.

Naturopathic Doctors can and should be a vital part of your healthcare team.

I mention unlicensed states because in certain licensed states, NDs can act as your primary care provider. This means an ND can diagnosis, order labs and imaging, prescribe medication, perform minor surgery, etc. Although I have all the same training, PA is an unlicensed state so it limits how much I can do conventionally (frustrating.. I know). However, there is still plenty I can offer as a naturopathic doctor in an unlicensed state (I am licensed just not in PA).

Here are a few ways naturopathic doctors can help manage your chronic disease:
🌱 Investigate the root cause of disease
🌱 Provide disease education
🌱 Provide advice as to which labs to have your P*P run
🌱 Fill in the gaps of conventional care
🌱 Provide alternatives to conventional therapies*
🌱 Add in natural therapies to lessen need for as much medication or wean off completely*
🌱 Add in natural therapies to lessen or prevent medication side effects
🌱 Use natural therapies to prevent long-term disease complications

*when appropriate

There are so many situations in which integrating a Naturopathic Doctor into your conventional care system would be very beneficial and lead to more successful outcomes.

If you are unsure whether seeing a Naturopathic Doctor is right for you, schedule a FREE 15 minute phone call to find out how I may be able to help.

🚨Spoiler Alert: You don't have to wait until you get a chronic disease or until the conventional medical system fails you to schedule with me! The earlier you seek help from a Naturopathic Doctor, the increased likelihood you will see improvements.

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Disclaimer: Not medical advice. For educational purposes only.

06/27/2022

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06/23/2022

It’s time to start investing in your health! 🌿 Work with me to receive personalized holistic healthcare and get to the root cause of your symptoms ✨

Have additional questions? Drop it in the comments, shoot me a DM, or schedule a FREE 15 min phone call 📞 Link in bio.

06/14/2022

Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a condition where excessive fat builds up in the liver without clear causes e.g. alcohol abuse, viral infection, and medication use. This condition affects ~24% of adults. Fatty liver occurs as a spectrum and can progress to nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), fibrosis, cirrhosis, and even hepatocellular carcinoma (a type of liver cancer).

The liver serves as the primary site of fructose metabolism. High fructose intake triggers fat accumulation in the liver, alters liver cell functioning, and increases liver inflammation.

Fructose is a natural sugar present in fruits, fruit juices, certain vegetables, and honey. However, the intake of naturally occurring fructose is unlikely to contribute to any negative issues. The main concern is fructose found in processed foods like soda, candy, baked goods, fast food, cereal, yogurt, etc.

Looking for natural and effective ways to address fatty liver disease? Schedule a 1-1 visit below! 🌿

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Disclaimer: Not medical advice. Please consult your doctor before making any changes.