Townsend Naturopathic Clinic
3155 Harvester Rd Unit 107 L7N 3V2 Burlington, ON, Canada

Happy December! As we near the end of 2020 it's time to consider how to optimize this year's benefits. Naturopaths are covered under most benefit packages. If your coverage ends in December you still have time to book in before the end of the year and take full advantage of your benefits! You can contact the clinic at (289) 337-4217, or send us an email ([email protected]) . . . .... . . #naturopathicmedicine #naturopathicdoctor #naturopathy #health #healing #naturopathichealth #holistic #healthyliving #healthylifestyle #holistichealth #naturopathyforliving #womenshealth #womendoctor #naturalmedicine #naturopathic #nutrition #healthy

What life are you trying to create? Everyone's wellness journey is different, and full of personal decisions and challenges. Dr. Kim Townsend, N.D.'s mission is to assist you and your family in leading healthier, fuller and more satisfying lives through the proven power of naturopathic medicine. Visit www.naturopathburlington.ca to learn more, or to call the clinic at (289) 337-4217 . . . .... . . #burlingtonnaturopath #hamiltonnaturopath #naturopathicmedicine #naturopathicdoctor #healing #holistichealth #healthylifestyle #naturopathyforliving #womenshealth #naturalmedicine #lymedisease #hormonehealth #menopausesupport #healthyheart #helpingyouachievewellness See more

BIE is one of the many services that the Townsend Naturopathic Clinic provides. It is a natural and non-invasive modality that can provide support with a wide variety of health concerns. To learn more or book a consult, you can contact the clinic at (289) 337-4217, or visit our website www.naturopathburlington.ca . . . .... . . Disclaimer: BIE practicioners are not medical doctors and do not use medical diagnostic or treatment procedures. The services performed by BIE practitioners are at all times restricted to consultation on the subject of nutritional matters or homeostatic imbalances, and does not involve diagnosing, curing, prognosticating, treatment or prescribing of remedies for the treatment of disease or any act, which will constitute the practice of medicine in this country in which a license is required. All suggestions (if any) regarding herbs or nutritional matters are based on historical and traditional use. #burlingtonnaturopath #hamiltonnaturopath #lymediseasetreatment #lymedisease #lymediseasepractitioner #digestivehealth #healthyhormones #hormonehealth #menopause #menopausesupport #arthritisrelief #autoimmunedisease #thyroidhealing #healthyheart #womenshealthcare #infertilityawareness #infertilitysupport #allergies #bietreatments #electrodermalscreening #acupuncture #cbttherapy #nutrition #cranialsacraltherapy #helpingyouachievewellness #naturopathicmedicine #naturopathicdoctor #naturopathy #naturopathichealth #holistichealth

Townsend Naturopathic Clinic is open and accepting both in-person and virtual consultations to accommodate any needs during Covid-19. The winter and holiday seasons often bring more stressors, and this year more than ever it is important to find effective methods for managing stress and anxiety that suit your lifestyle. See these quick tips to start, and if you are interested in learning more about stress and anxiety management you can book a consult with Dr. Townsend, N.D. by calling the clinic at (289) 337-4217, or visiting our website www.naturopathburlington.ca

Happy Valentine’s Day to you and yours! #happyvalentinesday, #loveislove, #love, #spreadthelove, #loveday, #everyday

Dear friends, The Townsend Naturopathic Clinic will continue to be closed over the next few weeks until the province allows clinics to reopen. For now I can offer appointments through Zoom or by phone if you would like to discuss your health during these closures. I hope that everyone is staying safe and healthy during these Covid-19 days. Please feel free to email ([email protected]) or call (289-337-4217) if you would like to book an appointment during this time.... Sincerely, Dr. Kim Townsend, ND

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 1 in 13 people suffer from anxiety - Here are 10 tips for relieving anxiety: 1. Take a deep breath - inhale slowly and count to 5. Hold it to a count of 5 and slowly exhale to a count of 5. Repeat several times; ... 2. Find a reason to laugh/smile/feel grateful - for example, if you are anxious about your job, practice gratitude for having a job etc.; 3. Accept the fact that you're feeling anxious. Feel in your body where you are holding your anxiety and focus your attention on that area without fighting or trying to get rid of it; 4. Ask yourself why you are anxious - Question youself as to why and what you are anxious about and calmly assess the best course of action to take; 5. Talk it out - with a friend, pet, family member - this will help release your inner tension; 6. Take immediate action instead of sitting still so that your mind focuses on a goal-orientated task instead of general anxiety; 7. Keep a food diary - You may be experiencing food intolerances/sensitivies that may be directly causing and/or exacerbating the anxiety you are feeling; 8. Try taking a natural supplement known for reducing anxiety - we like EFAs, Adaptogens and helpful herbs like valerian and bitter herb hops, to name a few; 9. Get moving - exercising for at least 20 minutes a day helps your body activate the anxiety-reducing effects of physical activity; 10. Drink Chamomile tea - it has wonderful compounds that bind to your brain receptors in the same way as valium; If you have more questions and are interested in further information on how to manage or treat anxiety and stress - call and book a consult with Dr. Townsend, N.D at 289-337-4217 www.naturopathburlington.ca

We still have a few appointments available before March 13, 2020 - please give us a call and we will happily book you in! Have a safe and happy holiday with your families

New Year, New You! Is healthy weight loss and learning to live a healthy lifestyle one of your goals? We can help you achieve both without drastic measures.... Successful, sustainable weight loss and healthy living comes when you adopt a holistic lifestyle - not from a diet. It is more than just counting calories! Often, you may have to go beyond food and exercise. Holistic weight loss includes looking at your whole body and how it’s functioning. Does your body want to put on weight because of stress levels, sleep habits, food choices or your exercise strategy? Could it be an underlying imbalance in your microbiome or hormones? Detoxification is an important part of weight plan and it is an excellent way to kick start and weight loss plan. Our plans provide guidance in healthy detoxification, holistic nutrition, exercise and stress modification - tools that fit your unique physiology and lifestyle - giving your body all of the support it needs to help you get the best version of yourself in 2020! Book your appointment with Dr. Townsend, ND today! Call us at 289-337-4217 Sent from my iPhone

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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 1 in 13 people suffer from anxiety - Here are 10 tips for relieving anxiety: 1. Take a deep breath - inhale slowly and count to 5. Hold it to a count of 5 and slowly exhale to a count of 5. Repeat several times; ... 2. Find a reason to laugh/smile/feel grateful - for example, if you are anxious about your job, practice gratitude for having a job etc.; 3. Accept the fact that you're feeling anxious. Feel in your body where you are holding your anxiety and focus your attention on that area without fighting or trying to get rid of it; 4. Ask yourself why you are anxious - Question youself as to why and what you are anxious about and calmly assess the best course of action to take; 5. Talk it out - with a friend, pet, family member - this will help release your inner tension; 6. Take immediate action instead of sitting still so that your mind focuses on a goal-orientated task instead of general anxiety; 7. Keep a food diary - You may be experiencing food intolerances/sensitivies that may be directly causing and/or exacerbating the anxiety you are feeling; 8. Try taking a natural supplement known for reducing anxiety - we like EFAs, Adaptogens and helpful herbs like valerian and bitter herb hops, to name a few; 9. Get moving - exercising for at least 20 minutes a day helps your body activate the anxiety-reducing effects of physical activity; 10. Drink Chamomile tea - it has wonderful compounds that bind to your brain receptors in the same way as valium; If you have more questions and are interested in further information on how to manage or treat anxiety and stress - call and book a consult with Dr. Townsend, N.D at 289-337-4217 www.naturopathburlington.ca

It’s National Hug Day today!! Boost your immune system, reduce your stress, promote happy hormone production and maintenance and hug someone or a whole bunch of people!!#holistichealth, #freehugs, #hugday, #nationalhugday, #bighugs, #morehugs, #hugs, #stressmanagement, #immunesupport , #happyhormones , #happyhormonerecipe, #hugafriend, #hugafewtrees, #hugafewpeople, #drugfree,

Townsend Naturopathic Clinic has just been awarded with a Certificate of Excellence as one of the Top 3 Naturopathic Clinics in Burlington! The best compliment you can give is a referral - Thank you for your business!

New Year, New You! Is healthy weight loss and learning to live a healthy lifestyle one of your goals? We can help you achieve both without drastic measures.... Successful, sustainable weight loss and healthy living comes when you adopt a holistic lifestyle - not from a diet. It is more than just counting calories! Often, you may have to go beyond food and exercise. Holistic weight loss includes looking at your whole body and how it’s functioning. Does your body want to put on weight because of stress levels, sleep habits, food choices or your exercise strategy? Could it be an underlying imbalance in your microbiome or hormones? Detoxification is an important part of weight plan and it is an excellent way to kick start and weight loss plan. Our plans provide guidance in healthy detoxification, holistic nutrition, exercise and stress modification - tools that fit your unique physiology and lifestyle - giving your body all of the support it needs to help you get the best version of yourself in 2020! Book your appointment with Dr. Townsend, ND today! Call us at 289-337-4217 Sent from my iPhone

Happy New Year to you and yours!

Cranial Sacral Therapy is a gentle, manual (hands-on) Therapy used to evaluate and detect blockages in the flow of cerebral spinal fluid running through the cranial sacral system - which is comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surrounds and protects the brain and spinal cord. CST is a wonderful preventative health tool to complement the body’s natural healing process in the treatment of stress and anxiety,TMJ, chronic neck and shoulder pain, PTSD, connective tissue disorders, headaches and migraines, infant colic, central nervousness system disorders, back pain and infertility. Interested in how it can help you? Want to learn more? Or want to give it a try? Call or email us to book an appointment with Dr.Kim Townsend, ND. www.townsendnaturopathic.ca

What are hormones, really!? Hormones are powerful messengers that direct and control every function in the body. In fact the body secretes and circulates some 50+ hormones, that we know about! Normally when your body is functioning optimally, hormones fit their receptors like a lock and key. However, when hormone levels are imbalanced the body processes can malfunction and in turn affect weight, sleep, mood and libido. Many things can contribute to hormonal imbalances in th...e body, including synthetic hormones, xenoestrogens(estrogen imitators - natural or synthetic), caffeine, alcohol, stress, poor nutrition and lack of/too much exercise. Ways to keep your hormones in check include - reducing your use of plastics (plastic food containers, cups etc - these contain xenoestrogens and can leach into your foods and drinks), get enough sleep, avoid too much light from screens at night, manage stress, moderate exercise, avoid refined sugars, eat lots of health fats and plenty of fiber throughout the day! If you suspect that you may be living with hormonal imbalances or are looking for more information on your current symptoms, it is important to get the right testing done so that your symptoms don’t turn into bigger issues. Book an initial consult with me, Dr. Kim Townsend, ND, to discuss your health concerns. During your initial consult I will discuss a number of diagnostic tests available including urine, saliva and serum that will help to determine the status of your hormones and a treatment plan going forward! www.naturopathburlington.ca See more

You... Go to the gym Take the stairs Eat more veggies and fruit Passes up pizza again this week ... AND you still struggle with weight gain and/or little to no weight loss! It may be time to consider Food Sensitivity testing! When you have food sensitivities/intolerances, foods that are otherwise considered harmless can cause problems for your immune system. Since this sensitivity often does not have a direct and immediate effect (think hives or anaphylactic response), we overlook the impact they may have on our bodies. With food sensitivities/intolerances, your body produces IgG antibodies to certain foods. This can cause problems up to 3 days after consumption of the trigger food. A delayed response can cause chronic inflammatory reactions in your body which can lead to weight gain or stubborn weight loss. When your digestive system is stressed the body begins to feel like it under attack - so it holds onto supplies, storing fluids and increasing weight. The IgG antibodies also impair cellular metabolism in your body which is often another cause of weight gain. It unpairs your body’s ability to digest, absorb or utilize nutrients effectively which impairs metabolism and energy use in the body. The IgG Food Sensitivity test measures high levels of IgG antibodies to foods in your blood, detecting which foods trigger reactions in your immune system. By avoiding these foods you help your body return to normal, which will help with fat metabolism and healthy detox which will help you lose weight in a natural healthy way. Want to learn more? Book a consult today with Dr.Townsend ND to learn of this type of testing is right for you along with many other healthy steps that you can take to feel better! www.naturopathburlington.com See more

Lovely Lavender is gracing our garden and we want to enjoy it any way we can. Great for relaxing our nerves and delicious in our favourite summer drink- lemonade! Make a strong pot of tea with lavender flowers and once it is cool, add the juice of 2 lemons and 10-12 drops of stevia. Stir and enjoy in a tall glass with ice. Makes 4 servings.

If you don’t already know, Dr. Townsend has teamed up with Laura Babbitt, Registered Holistic Nutritionist of @beherenowholistics to enhance your healthy lifestyle experience. Laura creates personalized meal plans to accommodate any newly discovered food sensitivities and specific health concerns. You can book directly with Laura for a consultation, iridology session and Indian head massage https://beherenowholistics.com/

Food sensitivities can cause so many unpleasant symptoms like bloating, diarrhea, eczema, sinusitis, migraines and more. An easy way to determine what foods are causing these disturbances is an IgG food sensitivity test. Knowing what foods your body reacts to helps Dr. Townsend create a treatment plan designed for your unique needs to begin the healing process.