by Dr. Sjovold | Apr 24, 2019 | Allergies, Naturopathic Medicine, Recipe, Supplements
One is the “stinging” forest weed your mom warned you about, the other comes from something that stings. Stinging nettle and bee pollen have long been used in traditional health circles as treatment against the hay fever (allergic rhinitis) that becomes a...
by Dr. Sjovold | Apr 10, 2019 | Allergies, Naturopathic Medicine
Allergy season is just around the corner and for many it is a dreaded time of year that leaves them dependent on antihistamines, boxes of tissues, and any other medications they can find to help relieve their symptoms. If this sounds like you, look no further…...
by Dr. Sjovold | Apr 12, 2017 | Allergies, Naturopathic Medicine
If you are a hay fever sufferer living in our naturally lush Lower Mainland, there’s little comfort in know that very soon you will be surrounded by snowy cottonwood, yellow tree pollen, blooming flowers, fluffy dandelions, grass, and more… and that it...
by Dr. Sjovold | Apr 12, 2016 | Allergies, Naturopathic Medicine
When simple solutions aren’t doing the trick, here are some further options to ramp up the battle against allergy symptoms: Scratch test: Identify the root cause of your symptoms with a scratch test. A small drop of solution containing the potential allergen...
by Dr. Sjovold | Apr 12, 2016 | Allergies, Naturopathic Medicine
Sinus irrigation with salt water, also known as “nasal lavage” or “nasal irrigation” is a procedure that acts to dislodge mucous and draw out infection in order to cleanse the nasal passages and ensure free air flows through both nostrils. The airborne pollutants...
by Dr. Sjovold | Apr 12, 2016 | Allergies, Naturopathic Medicine
If hay fever has you feeling miserable, here are some simple lifestyle and diet strategies you can implement to improve your quality of life and help you thrive (not just survive) when the pollen flies. Bring in the freshness. Pollen can easily find its way indoors,...
Dr. Sarah Sjovold grew up in a family that valued the use of natural medicines. Thanks to this early exposure, and after receiving both alternative and conventional medicine for a chronic illness, Dr. Sjovold developed a deep appreciation for the art of healing.