✨The newest member of the IHC family!✨ Congratulations to Dr. Sarah Denotter on the birth of her beautiful baby boy, born May 30th. | Dr. Shania Zoretich, ND is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor with a Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology from The University of Victoria. She is trained in the assessment and management of both acute and chronic health conditions. Shania’s clinical focus includes women’s health, contraceptive care, and primary care at all ages from infancy to menopause. She takes a structured, systems-based approach to patient care, integrating medical history, laboratory data, and individual health goals into personalized treatment plans. She has a particular interest in hormonal regulation and reproductive health, including menstrual concerns, contraception, and transitional phases such as puberty and perimenopause. Her work in primary care includes preventive health, acute illness management, and supporting healthy development and aging. She aims to provide care that is clear, evidence-informed, and responsive to each patient’s needs, with an emphasis on safety, continuity, and long-term health outcomes. Shania was born and raised on the island, and is excited to work White Rock, so close to the ocean.
Memberships and Certifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology from UVIC
Click here to book your appointment with Dr. Shania Zoretich, ND.👇
https://www.integratedhealthclinic.com/book-appointment/ | Therapeutic Botox for Migraine prevention has been used for over 15 years and was approved by the FDA for this purpose in 2010. Multiple clinical studies have demonstrated that Botox can significantly reduce the number of headache days per month, decrease migraine severity, and reduce reliance on pain medications. Many patients report meaningful improvements in their quality of life after treatment. Botox is administered through a series of small injections into specific areas of the head, neck, and shoulders involved in migraine pain pathways. Most patients require 100–151 units of Botox per treatment, with treatments repeated every 3-6 months. The Botox medication is frequently covered by extended health insurance plans when eligibility criteria are met. The injection fee is $325 for initial treatment in addition to the units of botox used. Patients are encouraged to check with their insurance provider regarding their specific coverage. Other Therapeutic Uses of Botox Beyond migraine prevention, therapeutic Botox is also used to treat several other common conditions. It can help relieve TMJ dysfunction and bruxism (jaw clenching and teeth grinding) by reducing excessive muscle tension in the jaw, often leading to decreased jaw pain, headaches, facial tension, and dental wear. Botox is also an effective treatment for hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), helping to reduce sweat production in areas such as the underarms, palms, and feet. These therapeutic applications can significantly improve comfort, function, and quality of life for patients who have not found adequate relief with other treatments. Interested in Learning More? If you would like to discuss whether therapeutic Botox may be right for you, book a 15-minute Therapeutic Botox Screening Appointment. During this consultation, your symptoms, treatment goals, and eligibility for treatment will be reviewed, and you will have the opportunity to ask questions about the procedure, costs, and expected outcomes. Screening Appointment Fee: $75 The screening fee may be applied toward the cost of your first therapeutic Botox treatment. To book your screening appointment call us at 604-888-8325 or click here to book online 👉https://www.integratedhealthclinic.com/book-appointment/ | Integrative Oncology and Cancer Survival: What the Evidence Shows ⚕️ | As cancer treatment continues to evolve, integrative oncology has emerged as a vital subspecialty that combines evidence-based complementary therapies — including mind-body practices, nutrition, physical activity, and stress management — with conventional cancer treatments. Lifestyle Modifications: The Strongest Evidence for Survival Among all integrative approaches, lifestyle modifications carry the most robust evidence for improving cancer survival. Physical exercise stands out: a large body of data shows that cancer patients who engage in regular physical activity have significantly lower mortality, with hazard ratios of 0.82 for exercise before diagnosis and 0.63 for exercise after diagnosis. Diet, stress management, social support, and sleep quality have also been linked to improved clinical outcomes, particularly when multiple lifestyle habits are modified together. Mind-Body Therapies: Improving Quality of Life and Beyond Mind-body interventions — including meditation, yoga, guided imagery, and mindfulness-based stress reduction — have demonstrated meaningful improvements in anxiety, depression, fatigue, and overall quality of life. While the direct impact of these therapies on cancer progression requires further study, preclinical and clinical data suggest that stress-related processes can influence cancer progression through pathways involved in immunoregulation, angiogenesis, and invasion. Emerging Survival Data Several studies have begun to link integrative oncology programs directly to survival outcomes. Including our own studies published in 2025 that showed that the IHC approach to cancer management led to significant improvements to the survival or GBM and stage 4 colorectal cancer patients. Cost-Effectiveness A 2025 systematic review aligned with the WHO Global Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025–2034 found that integrative oncology interventions were either dominant or cost-effective within national willingness-to-pay thresholds across all modalities studied, including psychological, phytotherapeutic, rehabilitative, and mind-body programs. The Path Forward Integrative oncology is now endorsed by ASCO, SIO, and the NCCN as part of comprehensive cancer care. There is a robust and rapidly growing body of evidence in support of hyperthermia, IV Vitamin C, mistletoe therapy, many nutraceuticals, natural products, lifestyle modifications, physical activity, mind-body therapies, and so many other modalities used every day at IHC. Refrences📖 Complementary Medicine in the Treatment of Cancer Patients. Correlation Between an Integrative Oncology Treatment Program and Survival in Patients With Advanced Gynecological Cancer. New Approach for Enhancing Survival in Glioblastoma Patients: A Longitudinal Pilot Study on Integrative Oncology. Breast Cancer Survivorship and Level of Institutional Involvement Utilizing Integrative Oncology. Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine in the Management of Breast Cancer. Integrative Therapies in Cancer Care: An Update on the Guidelines. Cost-Effectiveness of Integrative Oncology for Sustainable and Patient-Centred Cancer Care: A Systematic Review in the Context of the WHO Global Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025-2034. Effects of a Mind-Body Medicine Group Program for Cancer Patients: A Retrospective Cohort Study. Integrative Oncology Approaches to Reduce Recurrence of Disease and Improve Survival. The Effects of Physical Activity, Fast-Mimicking Diet and Psychological Interventions on Cancer Survival: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Managing Cancer and Living Meaningfully ( CALM ) Therapy for Improving the Quality of Life of Patients With Cancer: A Meta‐Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials. The effects of an integrated supportive care intervention on quality of life outcomes in outpatients with breast and gynecologic cancer undergoing chemotherapy: Results from a randomized controlled trial. | The Benefits of Intravenous Nutrient Therapy: Vitamin C, B Complex, and Essential Minerals💉 | Intravenous (IV) nutrient therapy offers a direct route for delivering essential vitamins and minerals, bypassing gastrointestinal absorption and achieving higher plasma concentrations than oral supplementation alone. Among the most studied IV nutrients, vitamin C stands out for its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory properties. In ill patients, plasma vitamin C levels are frequently depleted, and IV supplementation has been associated with improved oxygenation, reduced inflammatory markers, and faster recovery in certain clinical settings. High-dose IV vitamin C monotherapy has shown a potential reduction in overall mortality in critically ill populations, and its safety profile remains favorable across multiple randomized controlled trials. B complex vitamins — including thiamine (B1), pyridoxine (B6), and cobalamin (B12) — are essential cofactors in energy metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and nervous system maintenance. IV administration ensures rapid repletion in patients with malabsorption, critical illness, or neurological deficits such as Wernicke's encephalopathy or peripheral neuropathy. These vitamins work synergistically to support mitochondrial function, reduce homocysteine levels, and promote nerve repair. Supplementation has been shown to relieve symptoms of pain, paresthesia, and numbness even in patients without overt deficiency. Essential trace minerals such as selenium and zinc play critical roles in immune defense, antioxidant protection, and cellular integrity. Selenium serves as a cofactor for glutathione peroxidase, one of the body's primary antioxidant enzymes, while zinc supports over 300 enzymatic reactions and is vital for immune cell function, insulin metabolism, and tissue repair. Deficiencies in both minerals are common in hospitalized and critically ill patients and are associated with increased oxidative stress, impaired immunity, and higher infection risk. IV mineral supplementation helps restore optimal levels efficiently, particularly in patients who cannot absorb nutrients enterally, supporting recovery and reducing the burden of inflammation. References📖 IV Vitamin C in Critically Ill Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis B Vitamins in the nervous system: Current knowledge of the biochemical modes of action and synergies of thiamine, pyridoxine, and cobalamin. Guidelines for the Provision and Assessment of Nutrition Support Therapy in the Adult Critically Ill Patient: Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) and American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (A.S.P.E.N.). Parenteral Trace Element Provision: Recent Clinical Research and Practical Conclusions. Nutrition in the Acute Phase of Critical Illness. | Bedwetting and Nutritional Deficiencies | Recent research highlights a significant link between primary nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting) and specific nutritional deficiencies, particularly Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, and folate. These vital nutrients play a critical role in central nervous system maturation and sleep regulation; when levels are low, the brain-bladder signaling required for nighttime control can become disrupted. Clinical studies, including a notable cross-sectional analysis from Cairo University, demonstrate that children with severe bedwetting frequently exhibit these deficiencies, and targeted supplementation can significantly improve—or even fully resolve—nighttime dryness. If your child struggles with bedwetting, book a consultation today to discuss a personalized nutritional assessment and tailored support plan. Reference📖 Vitamin D and vitamin B12 profiles in children with primary nocturnal enuresis, an analytical cross-sectional study. | "Go to" Power Green Salad Dressing🥗 | Combine Ingredients (to taste) - ½ cup olive oil
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp basil paste
- Salt and pepper
- ½ tsp Power Greens
| | ✨My “go to” green salad dressing for over a decade, has just been updated✨ I now add ½ tsp of Greens Powder which improves the flavor and is equivalent to 3 extra servings of vegetables! This dressing packs an antioxidant punch and is great on fall salad with roasted beets and nuts, or a spring green salad topped with goat cheese and strawberries. I don’t measure exactly, just adjust to taste! Available at IHC or at powergreens.ca Dr. Karen Parmar, ND | | IHC carries the full line of medicinal mushroom line from Nutritional Fundamentals for Health (NFH). NFH is working towards bridging the gap between nutraceuticals and evidence-based medicine. Formulations of the highest quality for exclusive use by licensed healthcare practitioners. Our team of doctors has chosen this line for our patients. | | Medicinal Mushrooms: What the Evidence Says:For thousands of years, mushrooms have been used in traditional medicine across Asia. Modern research is now catching up. Here is a quick look at four of the most studied medicinal mushrooms. Turkey Tail (Coriolus versicolor) contains immune-stimulating polysaccharides (PSK and PSP) that have been used alongside cancer treatments in Japan and China for decades. Clinical studies suggest PSK may help restore immune function during chemotherapy and improve survival in gastric, colorectal, and lung cancers. Cordyceps (Caterpillar Fungus) is traditionally used for fatigue and respiratory health. Research suggests it may boost exercise endurance, enhance natural killer cell activity, and improve lung function and quality of life in people with COPD. Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum), known as the "mushroom of immortality," has demonstrated immunomodulatory, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. Clinical trials suggest it may help lower blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar, and improve quality of life in cancer patients receiving conventional treatment. Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus) is unique for its brain health potential. It contains compounds that stimulate nerve growth factor production. A placebo-controlled trial found that lion's mane extract significantly improved cognitive scores in patients with mild Alzheimer's disease over 49 weeks. Safety Medicinal mushrooms are generally well tolerated, with mild gastrointestinal symptoms being the most common side effect. As with any supplement, discuss use with a healthcare provider — especially if you are taking medications or managing chronic conditions. References📖 Coriolus (Trametes) Versicolor Mushroom to Reduce Adverse Effects From Chemotherapy or Radiotherapy in People With Colorectal Cancer Anticancer Effects and Mechanisms of Polysaccharide-K (PSK): Implications of Cancer Immunotherapy. A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial Examining the Effects of Cordyceps Militaris Beverage on the Immune Response in Healthy Adults. Effectiveness and Safety of Oral Cordyceps Sinensis on Stable COPD of GOLD Stages 2-3: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Cordyceps Sinensis Promotes Exercise Endurance Capacity of Rats by Activating Skeletal Muscle Metabolic Regulators. Ganoderma Lucidum Mushroom for the Treatment of Cardiovascular Risk Factors. Ganoderma Lucidum-From Ancient Remedies to Modern Applications: Chemistry, Benefits, and Safety. Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Antitumor, Antifungal, Antiviral, Anti-Inflammatory, and Nevro-Protective Activity of Ganoderma Lucidum: An Overview. Significance of Medicinal Mushrooms in Integrative Oncology: A Narrative Review. | Did you know? - IHC has a supplement dispensary.
- We ship anywhere. For free for orders over $250.
- We keep our prices low, selling below the MSRP for all products.
If you are a patient of IHC and wanting to purchase from the dispensary, please phone/ email the clinic to obtain the link. | Hours of Operation Monday 9am-5pm Tuesday- Thursday 8am-8pm Friday 9am-5pm Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday 10am-3pm Online Follow-up Bookings For all existing patients, we suggest you take 5 minutes and register below for our online booking platform. This will give you the flexibility to conveniently book follow-up appointments with your doctor at no cost. Click the request registration link button below. On the Clinic/Pomelo/Telus landing page, click the Resend Registration Link just below the login button. Fill in your email address and click the send me instructions button. Click to Request Registration Link | We care about you. We approach every patient as a unique individual with needs specific to your health. Expect a caring approach from us all. Visit our website to learn more. | | | | |
