COMING SOON DROP IN- VIRTUAL MINDFULNESS MEDITATION SESSIONS - FREE TO IHC PATIENTS Shannon is a client of the Integrated Health Clinic and passionate about mindfulness meditation. | Her meditation practice began 8 years ago when her daughter was diagnosed with cancer. In 2022, she was introduced to the practice of mindfulness meditation following her breast cancer diagnosis. Since her introduction to mindfulness, Shannon has completed the Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program facilitated by Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield. She has been volunteering with InspireHealth offering mindfulness meditation as a holistic approach to wellness for individuals with cancer and their supports. Shannon’s healing path has been greatly supported by mindful meditation as a resource during uncertain and challenging times. And with this practice, she has been able to experience joy, gratitude, and happiness and make space for fear, uncertainty, and grief. Shannon’s most favourite mindfulness activity is being present in nature for the ever-changing moments and witnessing the beauty as it unfolds. Drop In Mindfulness Meditation Come and join Integrated Health Clinic for a one hour guided mindfulness meditation to connect the body, mind, and heart through your present moment experience. When we observe our mind with kind awareness through mindful meditation, we can step back and release ourselves of judgment and conditioned reactions and move towards responding with compassion and ease. With emphasis on practice, these sessions will use mindfulness as a tool to attune attention to the present moment, helping to cultivate self-compassion, open heartedness and greater awareness in everyday life. This one hour guided practices will include a combination of mindfulness of breathing, body scan, noticing and naming thoughts and emotions, and heart opening practices. Come and explore mindful awareness as a tool to connect you to the inherent wisdom of your body. Sample Session Outline: Opening / Welcome Arriving Practice Theme/Quote Mindfulness of Breathing Practice Body Scan Heart Practice Gathering practice to close If interested, click here to join mailing list to keep informed of sign-up options. Wellness Classes Pre-Registration Mailing List | IHC Webinar Series Cancer Screening 101 with Dr. Gurdev Parmar, ND, FABNO (USA) The best way to prevent cancer is to have a personalized, comprehensive plan to reduce your risk. The Integrated Health Clinic’s cutting-edge cancer screening and prevention program gives you the power of early detection, plus personalized evidence-based strategies to live your healthiest, best life. To learn more about the importance of cancer screening and how this applies to you, join this free webinar. CANCER SCREENING 101 WEBINAR with Dr. Gurdev Parmar, ND, FABNO(USA) Wednesday, May 21st at 6:30 pm Join Dr. Parmar to gain an understanding of how his >25 years of experience working with cancer patients and involvement in cancer research, has helped shape this invaluable and one-of-a-kind cancer screening program. Learn why this might be an important addition to your own health plan. To learn more join Dr. Gurdev Parmar, ND, FABNO (USA)
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For more information or any inquiries, please contact us at 604-888-8325 | How can Biotin Injections help you achieve healthy beautiful hair? | Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in maintaining the overall health of your hair, skin, and nails. By increasing biotin levels in your body, you can effectively promote the production of keratin, a protein that forms the structural foundation of our hair. Keratin is responsible for the strength, elasticity, and overall health of our hair. Biotin Injections: -Promotes Hair Elasticity - biotin increases the protein keratin, which makes your hair more flexible and less prone to damage. -Prevents Hair Loss - biotin helps prolong the growth phase of the hair follicles, preventing premature hair loss and promoting the retention of existing hair. -Supports Scalp Health - biotin nourishes the scalp. A healthy scalp ensures proper circulation and nutrient supply to the hair follicles which helps with new growth. Wondering if a biotin pill or injection is better? Biotin pills offer convenience and can be taken orally, but may not be well absorbed. Biotin injections have a higher bioavailability which provides an immediate and concentrated dose of biotin into your tissues providing faster results for your hair health. Biotin injections are painless and injected into your hip or arm. If you are interested in a biotin injection for luscious and vibrant hair please speak to your naturopathic doctor to see if you are a good candidate. Karen McGee, ND https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5582478/ | Wondering how to test your kidney function? | KLINRISK blood and urine analysis- extended trial- labs at no cost until June 30/25 (excludes admin/ blood draw fee) | 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 is being offered at no cost (excluding admin/blood draw fees) until June 30/25. This profile 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 | From the Cancer Care Center | Cancer Doesn't Wait. Neither Should You | We all know somebody… right? In Canada today, we are at a stage where >2 out of 5 Canadians will be diagnosed with a cancer in their lifetime… almost half of us! I have spent 25 years treating people living with cancer. I would like to spend the rest of my career also helping people prevent it, and at the very least, find it at its very earliest stages for the best possible outcomes. Enter cancer screening. Cancer screening aims to detect cancer through examinations and testing in patients with no signs or symptoms. Detecting cancer in its earliest stages significantly improves treatment success rates, making regular screenings essential to any proactive prevention strategy. We refer qualified patients into the public breast (mammography), cervical (HPV), colon (colonoscopy) and lung (CT) programs. In addition, our advanced screening options include global diagnostics and FDA-approved tests not available in Canada’s public system, providing unmatched early detection capabilities. We also offer the most cutting-edge technologies available today, including whole body MRI and skin mapping. Research shows that up to 80% of cancers are linked to lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, and environmental exposures. You can take control of your health and reduce your risk by strategically addressing these in an evidence-informed, integrative manner. The best way to prevent cancer is to have a personalized, comprehensive plan to reduce your risk. Prevention is about more than early detection—it’s about understanding your unique health profile and actioning personalized prevention strategies designed for you. At the Integrated Health Clinic, we create comprehensive, individualized prevention plans to maximize your health and minimize your cancer risks. To determine whether cancer screening is something you should prioritize, I have developed a one-of-a-kind Cancer Risk Algorithm that helps determine a person’s overall risk for developing cancer, and which types of cancer are most relevant for that person. This is based on the most up-to-date data on cancer risk factors. Take the IHC’s very own Cancer Risk Assessment, and see if YOU should start your own personalized screening and prevention plan by clicking blow: IHC Cancer Risk Assessment Form I sincerely hope that this motivates our patients to engage in this incredible opportunity. Especially those of you with a strong family history of cancer, a personal history of cancer, or those of you that have been exposed to known cancer risk factors. Gurdev Parmar, ND, FABNO | A Prescription for Pawsitive Health - Why I love my dog Pets are good for our health in more ways than one. Dog owners tend to have lower blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels than non dog owners. A major review published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that dog owners have a lower risk of heart disease and even early death. Click here to read the full blog | | Doctor Favourite Receipes | Celiac Friendly Nut & Seed Bread - 1 cup (135 grams) sunflower seed kernels (not in the shell)
- 1/2 cup (90 grams) flax seeds
- 1/2 cup (65 grams) hazelnuts or almonds
- 1 1/2 cups (145 grams) rolled oats (if making gluten-free, make sure to get certified gluten-free oats or try out quinoa flakes as an oatmeal replacement)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 4 tablespoons psyllium seed husks (3 tablespoons if using psyllium husk powder)
- 1 teaspoon fine grain sea salt (add 1/2 teaspoon if using coarse salt)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (for sugar-free diets, use a pinch of stevia)
- 3 tablespoons melted coconut oil or ghee
- 1 1/2 cups (350 milliliters) water
- Note: Add dried fruit for a sweet twist!
Directions: - In a flexible, silicon loaf pan or a standard loaf pan lined with parchment, combine all dry ingredients, stirring well. Whisk maple syrup, oil, and water together in a measuring cup. Add this to the dry ingredients and mix very well until everything is completely soaked and dough becomes very thick (if the dough is too thick to stir, add one or two teaspoons of water until the dough is manageable). Smooth out the top with the back of a spoon. Let sit out on the counter for at least 2 hours, or all day or overnight. To ensure the dough is ready, it should retain its shape even when you pull the sides of the loaf pan away from it or from the parchment.
- Preheat oven to 350° F / 175° C.
- Place loaf pan in the oven on the middle rack and bake for 20 minutes. Remove bread from loaf pan, place it upside down directly on the rack and bake for another 30 to 40 minutes. Bread is done when it sounds hollow when tapped. Let cool completely before slicing.
- Store bread in a tightly sealed container for up to five days. Freezes well too – slice before freezing for quick and easy toast!
Dr. Jess Hobson, ND | Did you know? - IHC has a supplement dispensary in our White Rock Location.
- 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 - Fort Langley Monday & Tuesday - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Wednesday - 9:00 am to 7:00 pm Thursday, Friday & Saturday - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Hours of Operation - White Rock Monday - Saturday - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm On Line 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 better flexibility to book your appointments 24 hours/ day, 7 days a week at no cost. Click the registration request link below, on the clinic page click the send registration just below the login 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. | | | | |
