If you ask any sufferers of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, most will agree that this can be quite a nasty and debilitating condition. People who commonly acquire Carpal Tunnel Syndrome typically work in fields which over-use their forearm muscles and wrist: line-work manufacturers, chefs, butchers, sewers, office workers etc. It can also occur during pregnancy due ...
Pregnancy is a magical time for most women, but it can also bring about significant changes to the body. One common question is whether osteopathy is safe during pregnancy, as this gentle approach can help address various pregnancy-related discomforts. In this article, we'll explore how osteopathy can provide relief while maintaining the safety of both ...
Ask A Naturopath: Why is sleep important to your health and mental wellbeing? Sleep is arguably one of the most essential elements in any healthy lifestyle. In order for our mental and physical health to function optimally, the body requires both adequate quality and quantity of sleep. A lack of sleep can seep into all ...
Ketamine assisted therapy healing has revolutionized the mental health field. Since the days of psychotherapy and psychoanalysis developed by Sigmund Freud and his contemporaries, this field has made significant progress. One of the latest approaches is Ketamine Assisted Therapy (KAT). Ketamine is a generic dissociative medication. It is primarily used and recognized as one of the ...
Ask a Naturopath: How do the Foods We Eat Affect Our Brain Health? When broken down, the nutrient contents of our brain consist of water, fat, protein and amino acids, traces of micronutrients and glucose. Each of these components has a distinct impact on our cognitive functioning, mood and energy. Fats recommended by a Naturopath ...
NAD+ has recently become a buzz word among people who seek anti-aging solutions. Ask a Naturopath: NAD+ stands for Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide and is an essential molecule that is present in all the cells of our body. It is a bioactive coenzyme form of vitamin B3. NAD+ is involved in many important biological processes including ...
Is there anything more relaxing than massage therapy? The value of a good massage far transcends mirror relaxation. It turns out that massage therapy can be incredibly beneficial for one's mental health. Keep reading to learn more. Massage therapy for mental health: a chemical experience? It turns out that the very same neurochemicals that make ...
Come celebrate Spring Equinox in East Vancouver with Empower Health Wellness Centre and Sisters In Psychedelics! The Spring Equinox is a special time of year when people around the world come together to celebrate the energy and renewal that comes with the arrival of spring. This year, on March 20th, we are hosting an Open ...
Can a Naturopathic Doctor Help with Allergies? Here is how a naturopath tests for food allergies. IgG food sensitivity testing is a powerful tool that a naturopathic doctor can help with allergies by identifying and managing their food sensitivities. At Empower Health Wellness Centre, we offer this innovative testing method as part of our comprehensive ...
To Our Valued Clients: Our staff and practitioners continue to follow measures to protect all people at our Centre. We recognize much has changed. We continue to offer telemedicine options for many of our services including Naturopathic consults, Medical consults and Counselling. Coming in person? That’s great and we look forward to seeing you. ...
