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 | 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
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,...
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...
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.