by Dr. Sjovold | Nov 12, 2016 | Immune Support, Naturopathic Medicine
There are many benefits to trying therapeutic steam inhalation to overcome various health issues. Most commonly, warm, moist air is breathed into the congested mucous membranes of the upper respiratory tract to help loosen the dry cough...
by Dr. Sjovold | Apr 12, 2016 | Allergies, Naturopathic Medicine
Even if you’re one of the fortunate few to not be affected by allergies of some sort, chances are you know someone who is. The Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America estimates that one in five people suffer from some type of allergies. Food allergies, fragrance...
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...
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,...
by Dr. Sjovold | Apr 12, 2016 | Allergies, Naturopathic Medicine
It’s definitely spring here in BC, and I can’t imagine anywhere prettier to experience it, with the bright palette of flowers popping up out of the ground, birds announcing their presence, and trees transforming from bare to busting with fresh green leaves. Everywhere...
by Dr. Sjovold | Mar 12, 2016 | Hormones, Naturopathic Medicine, Supplements, Weight Loss
What do you do if you’re still not seeing the weight loss results you hope for, despite your best attempts? Achieving lasting weight loss results can be a complex and daunting journey of navigating diet, genetics, hormones, metabolism, and lifestyle...