Helping women navigate our healthcare system to restore hormonal balance.

Dr. Kathy Nguyen, Naturopath

Navigating our healthcare system.

Women used to be excluded from clinical trials because of how our hormone fluctuations would skew the data.

It wasn't until 1997 that Health Canada released guidelines requiring the inclusion of women in clinical trials. As you can see, our healthcare is built on the male biology.

Our healthcare system isn't equipped to help women.

This is why many women are told that their blood work is normal despite experiencing ongoing symptoms of hormone imbalance.

By understanding the limitations of our healthcare, it helps us understand how to better support women and their hormones.

Dr. Kathy Nguyen is a licensed Ontario Naturopath focusing on women's hormones.

Hormone Naturopath

Every women's body is different.

Comprehensive hormone testing is key.

Dr. Kathy Nguyen utilizes comprehensive hormone testing to find the root cause of her patient's concerns.

She then uses the lab results guide treatment and realign the ovarian, adrenals, and thyroid axis in women.

The Ovaries

The Ovaries produce female hormones that regulate our menstrual health.

The Adrenals

The adrenal glands produce cortisol, which regulates metabolism and our stress response.

The Thyroid

The Thyroid produces hormones that affect metabolism and energy.

Symptoms of Ovarian Imbalance

Irregular or missed periods

Heavy periods

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) & mood swings

Acne

Hot flashes

Night sweats

Insomnia

Brain fog

Hirsutism

Joint pain

Bloating

Symptoms of Adrenal Imbalance

Mood swings

Unmanageable stress & anxiety

Sleep disturbances

Brain fog

Chronic fatigue

Slow metabolism

Insulin resistance

Weight gain

Symptoms of Thyroid Imbalance

Irregular or missed periods

Heavy periods

Low mood

Insomnia

Brain fog

Low energy & fatigue

Constipation & bloating

Weight gain or difficulty losing weight

Constipation & bloating

Hair loss

Joint pain

Realigning the ovaries, adrenals & Thyroid Axis

As you can see, many of the symptoms relating to the ovaries, the adrenal glands, and the thyroid overlap with one another. Testing allows us to pin point where the issue might be coming from and more.

How a naturopath can help?

Assess your hormonal symptoms with compassion

Review your blood work to provide a second opinion

Identify missing key labs in your current care

How a naturopath can help

Teach you how to properly test female hormones

Provide evidence-based nutritional & supplement support

Offer lifestyle & stress management

Normal isn't always normal.

Told that your blood tests are normal?

The reference range for many labs can be broad. In addition, they may not reflect what the current research suggests. There are different ways to interpret test results even if you fall within the normal range.

Know which tests are missing & advocate for them.

When you go for routine blood testing, the bare minimum may be ordered. Understanding which tests are available to you helps you identify the missing pieces to your care and to advocate for it.

What to expect during a free 15-minute consult?

A free 15 minute naturopath consultation is an opportunity for us to connect and get better acquainted. This helps to ensure that we are a good fit for your wellness journey before booking a full initial appointment.

A Naturopath can help you move through these transitions with a little more ease. Some key areas may include:

Menstrual Health

Regulate irregular cycles, missed periods or heavy bleeding like in PCOS.

Perimenopause

Manage symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats & mood changes.

Menopause

Manage persisting perimenopause symptoms as well as supporting brain, bone, and heart health.

What areas can a Naturopath help with?

A free 15 minute naturopath consultation is an opportunity for us to connect and get better acquainted.

This helps to ensure that we are a good fit for your wellness journey before booking a full initial appointment.

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Discuss your health concerns

Review any current lab results that you may already have

Ask questions about lab testing & treatment options

Understand our approach to care & get to know your Naturopath

Book a consult today to learn about your options.

Dr. Kathy Nguyen,

Hormone Naturopath

Book your free 15 min consult