Fertility Support
Naturopathy & Fertility There are many ways in which naturopathic medicine is helpful in optimizing fertility. Not only can it aid in basic reproductive function, but it’s also an effective...
View ArticleDoula Support
Doulas are birth assistants - The support of a doula has significant positive impacts on birth outcomes, including: - 26% less likely to give birth by cesarean section - 41% less likely to give birth...
View ArticlePrenatal Care
I have witnessed many women go through pregnancy and labour supported by naturopathic medicine, and many without, and the difference is astounding. Pregnancy is a stage in life where taking care of...
View ArticlePrenatal Classes
Today’s pregnant woman is open-minded and keen to learn about what is best for the health of her body and her baby. Though many are moderately aware of certain chemicals and behaviours that may be...
View ArticleCosmetic Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an effective non-surgical alternative to reduce the signs of aging. By inserting very thin disposable needles into acupuncture points on the face, local circulation and collagen...
View ArticleDetox Program
Nickel Ridge is pleased to offer a comprehensive 3 week detox protocol that will leave you feeling cleaner, stronger and lighter. This program optimizes your natural detoxification systems, including...
View ArticleHealthy & Active Weight Loss Program
There isn’t one perfect diet that works for everyone. Which foods boost YOUR metabolism? Lab testing allows us to determine your baseline metabolic state, and we produce a comprehensive long-term meal...
View ArticleSmoking Cessation
Smoking is one of the most difficult habits to kick. Nickel Ridge Natural Health offers a smoking cessation program that is multi-faceted and investigates the root cause of the smoking behaviour,...
View ArticleDr. Sarah Goulding, BSc, ND
I am a Naturopathic Doctor with a passion for transforming lives. Every new patient is a new puzzle, and a honour to work with. I truly believe that optimal health care is a team effort, and thus, I...
View ArticleNaturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic Medicine is an eclectic alternative medical system that is similar to conventional medicine in assessment and diagnostic techniques, including physical exam and laboratory diagnosis....
View ArticleBrain Boosting for Exams
It’s getting close to that time of year where the students among us need to switch into study gear. Here are a few naturopathic pointers on how to optimize your body, brain and habits for ideal memory...
View ArticleWhat’s the issue with GMO corn? A Naturopathic Perspective.
There’s a lot of talk about how corn is in everything, and on top of that, how corn is very unhealthy to eat because it’s been genetically modified. So what’s the naturopathic view point on this health...
View ArticleNitrites: A Naturopathic Viewpoint
So what’s the big deal about nitrites? As one of the many food additives that plenty of us consume on a regular basis, nitrites can be harmful to our health, so as a Naturopathic Doctor I make sure...
View ArticlePharmaceuticals versus botanicals – A naturopathic perspective
As a primary health care provider I am presented with a large array of health concerns, many of which are easily resolved with natural therapies, but a small subset of which are severe conditions that...
View ArticleNaturopathic Therapies for Acne
Though most commonly occurring in teenage years, acne can present (and persist) at any age. To better understand the underlying mechanism, let’s break it down into three phases: Thickening of sebaceous...
View ArticleNaturopathic Blog: Cortisol Series – Impact on Sleep
I’ve decided February is cortisol month. The next few blogs will center on our stress hormone CORTISOL, and will touch on how it effects our sleep, our hormones, our weight and our mood. Cortisol is a...
View ArticleNaturopathic Blog: Cortisol Series – Impact on Female Hormones
When women come in to my clinic with a chief concern related to female hormones (fertility challenges, PMS, painful periods, irregular periods, etc.) my first question is related to stress levels....
View ArticleNaturopathic Blog: Cortisol Series – Depression
Depression can range from mild and transient to chronic and debilitating. Antidepressants are commonly used, and can be useful tools as temporary measures to quell depressive symptoms while long-term...
View ArticleSublingual Immunotherapy – a natural solution for allergies
Allergic reactions can range from bothersome to life threatening, and all types are on the rise world-wide. New studies are emerging with promising conclusions about sublingual immunotherapy. What...
View ArticleSpring Detox Program
In partnership with CYL Yoga, Nickel Ridge is offering a spring detoxification program that includes 4 weekly 1 hour session consisting of an information session and a yoga class. Spaces are...
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