We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Erin Rurak, ND has earned her FABNO designation through the American Board of Naturopathic Oncology. Further to this certification, she is a certified clinician through The Menopause Society. These prestigious certifications further strengthen her commitment to supporting women through the menopause transition, as well as cancer prevention and survivorship. Dr. Rurak is dedicated to helping women navigate these important health journeys with expertise and compassionate care. | IHC Webinar Series Understanding & Treating Environmental Allergies with Dr. Hillary Godin It may seem early to think about seasonal allergies, but now is the perfect time to start desensitization. Beginning treatments before symptoms appear can help prevent them from getting worse! What you will learn about: - What are the most common environmental allergies.
- The risks associated with untreated allergies.
- Testing strategies.
- Multiple treatment options, including allergy shots.
Why you should attend: - Evidence Based Advice: Learn from Dr. Hillary Godin, Naturopathic Physician and 4th year Naturopathic Medical Student, Katherine Townsley.
- Interactive Sessions: Engage in a live Q&A session at the end of the webinar.
- Convenience: Access the webinars online from the comfort of your home.
- Health Benefits: Equip yourself with knowledge to prevent and treat environmental allergies.
Join us for this free webinar and make your upcoming environmental allergy season a safe and enjoyable one! To secure your spot, please register for the FREE webinar here: REGISTER Date: Wednesday- February 19th, 2025 Time: 6:30-7:30pm Duration: 1 hour Platform: Zoom Webinar Spread the Word: Help us reach a wider audience! Share this webinar with friends, family, and anyone who may benefit from this valuable information. For more information or any inquiries, please contact us at 604-888-8365 | Wondering how to test your kidney function? | The most common test for kidney function is the calculated test: glomerular filtration rate (eGFR). It is based on the amount of the waste protein CREATININE in your blood. (Not to be confused with the supplement amino creatine.) More waste (high creatinine) in your blood shows that your kidney didn't do a good job of filtering it out and passing it to your urine - resulting in lower filtration results (lower eGFR). Now, for the most part anything above a 60 for your eGFR is pretty great, BUT it's even more wonderful to hit 90+. Once you dip below 60, we begin to keep a closer eye on kidney function. A second test that can be looked at early is a urine microalbumin test - also known as the albumin:creatinine ratio or ACR. Did you know? A first morning specimen is preferred. This test might pick up slight changes in kidney function that weren't as obvious on the eGFR. For a better idea of how these 2 values (eGFR and ACR) can be mapped into an overview of function see: https://www.kidney.org/kidney-failure-risk-factor-urine-albumin-creatinine-ratio-uacr https://kidney.ca/ This Canadian site is a wealth of kidney information. If you'd like to get even more cutting edge in your kidney assessment, talk to your IHC ND about ordering a KLINRISK assessment. This private pay test was developed by fellow Canadian: Dr. Navdeep Tangri, MD, PhD. It involves testing multiple electrolytes/proteins/etc. in the blood and urine just after you've eaten a meal/snack. All the data is then run through an algorithm that can predict whose kidneys are at risk of deterioration. Early detection = your chance at preventing kidney failure. Dr. Nicole Duffee, ND | Relieve Pain and Restore Mobility with Trigger Point Injections | Chronic pain and muscle tension can impact your quality of life, making everyday activities challenging by reducing your overall well-being. At Integrated Health Clinic, we’re pleased to offer trigger point injections, an effective, minimally invasive treatment designed to relieve pain, improve mobility, and enhance your quality of life.
Trigger points are tight, tender “knots” that form within a muscle, often due to stress, overuse, or injury. These knots can restrict blood flow, irritate surrounding nerves, and cause pain not just at the site but also referred to other areas of the body. Trigger points are commonly associated with conditions like tension headaches, fibromyalgia, and chronic back or neck pain.
Trigger point injections (TPI) involve carefully injecting a small amount of a local anesthetic and saline, directly into the muscle. The treatment typically takes less than 30 minutes. During your appointment, your Naturopathic Physician will assess your symptoms and locate the trigger points causing discomfort. TPI are precise and typically cause minimal discomfort. Most patients can return to their daily activities immediately after the procedure. Treating active trigger points has demonstrated efficacy in improved localized paiո, fibrοmуаlgia symptoms, and painkiller use when compared to placebo-like injections.
If chronic muscle pain is holding you back, trigger point injections may be the solution you need. Call 604-888-8235 to book your appointment today and take the first step toward a pain-free, active life!
Dr. Hillary Godin, ND. (she/her) I acknowledge with respect that the land on which we gather is the unceded and traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples - sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) nations whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day | From the Cancer Care Centre | The Case for Hyperthermia in Cancer Treatment | Meta-analyses are generally considered the highest level of evidence in research, combining multiple studies on the same subject to make more robust conclusions on what the findings are. Hyperthermia has undergone many meta-analyses over the years, and I will highlight two of them here. Yea JW, Park JW, Oh SA, Park J. Chemoradiotherapy with hyperthermia versus chemoradiotherapy alone in locally advanced cervical cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Hyperthermia. 2021;38(1):1333-1340. - This meta-analysis looked at the synergistic effect of hyperthermia (HT) with standard chemoradiotherapy (CCRT) on locally advanced cervical cancer (LACC) patients.
- The CCRT + HT group had significantly better five-year OS than the CCRT group (HR 0.67, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.47-0.96, p = 0.03).
- This systematic review and meta-analysis showed that CCRT + HT significantly improved overall survival in LACC patients without increasing acute and chronic toxicity
Datta NR, Rogers S, Ordóñez SG, Puric E, Bodis S. Hyperthermia and radiotherapy in the management of head and neck cancers: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Hyperthermia. 2016;32(1):31-40. - A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to evaluate the outcome of controlled clinical trials in head and neck cancers (HNCs) using hyperthermia (HT) and radiotherapy (RT) versus RT alone.
- In total 451 clinical cases from six studies were included in the meta-analysis. The overall complete response (CR) with RT alone was 39.6% (92/232).
- With HT + RT the overall CR was 62.5% (137/219), (range 33.9-83.3%). The odds ratio was 2.92 (95% CI: 1.58-5.42, p = 0.001); the risk ratio was 1.61 (95% CI: 1.32-1.97, p < 0.0001) and the risk difference was 0.25 (95% CI: 0.12-0.39, p < 0.0001).
- Acute and late grade III/IV toxicities were reported to be similar in both the groups.
- HT + RT enhances the likelihood of CR in HNCs by around 25% compared to RT alone with no significant additional acute and late morbidities. This level I evidence should justify the integration of hyperthermia into the multimodality therapy of HNCs.
These are two examples of the level of evidence in support of adding hyperthermia to the standard of care. Adding hyperthermia to chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and other standard treatments is both safe and effective, across dozens of cancer types. Gurdev Parmar, ND, FABNO | Cancer-Related Anemia: Understanding the Role of Iron Supplementation | Cancer-related anemia (CRA) is a complex condition that significantly impacts the quality of life of cancer patients. To explore effective treatment options, it's crucial to understand the underlying mechanisms. Recent research has shed light on the importance of iron supplementation in managing CRA. Click here to read the full blog | | Promising Advancements in Celiac Disease Treatment – Kan-101 Trial | Exciting news for the celiac community! A groundbreaking investigational therapy, Kan-101, has shown promising results in a recent clinical trial aimed at redefining treatment options for celiac disease. Unlike current management strategies that rely solely on strict gluten avoidance, Kan-101 is designed to retrain the immune system, potentially reducing the body's overreaction to gluten. In the Phase 1 trial, Kan-101 demonstrated a favorable safety profile and promising signs of immune tolerance induction, offering hope for patients who continue to experience symptoms despite a gluten-free diet. Researchers are optimistic about its potential to mitigate immune responses to gluten exposure, paving the way for a more flexible and sustainable approach to celiac disease management. As further clinical trials progress, Kan-101 could mark a significant milestone in transforming how celiac disease is treated. Stay tuned for updates on this innovative therapy and what it could mean for the future of celiac care! Dr. Jess Hobson, ND | Doctor Favourite Receipes | Greek Meatballs and Tzatziki Meatballs - 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
- 1 egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ finely chopped red onions
- 3 cloves of minced garlic
- 3 tbsp fresh parsley (or 3 tsp dried)
- 1 tbsp fresh mint (or 1 tsp)
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¾ teaspoon sea salt
Veggies - 2 bell peppers (red or orange or yellow), julienned
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to tase.
Tzatziki - ½ cup finely grated cucumber
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, grated
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint, optional
Instructions: - Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the ground meat, egg, breadcrumbs, red onion, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper. Using clean hands, form approximately 16 meatballs, each about the size of a golf ball. Place them onto the prepared pan.
- Add the peppers and onions to a bowl, then drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss the vegetables to coat them evenly and transfer them to the prepared pan spreading evenly around the meatballs.
- Bake for 17-20 minutes or until the meat thermometer reads 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the tzatziki.
- Using a paper towel, squeeze out the excess water from the grated cucumber.
- Combine the cucumber, yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, dill, and mint. Once thoroughly mixed, chill until ready to use.
- Once the meatballs and veggies are cooked, serve them with rice, quinoa, or pita bread, and top with tzatziki.
Visit Site here: Meatballs: https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/greek-turkey-meatballs/ Tzatziki: https://www.loveandlemons.com/tzatziki-sauce/ Dr. Sarah Denotter, ND | Did you know? - IHC has a supplement dispensary in our White Rock Location.
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- We keep our prices low, selling below the MSRP for all products.
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