Summer Camp Lunch Ideas That Keep Kids Energized
Nut-Free & Safe: Summer Camp Lunch Ideas That Keep Kids Energized Most day camps in Ontario are nut-free zones, and many also have limited or no refrigeration for lunches. That leaves parents solving two problems at once every morning: what to pack, and how to keep it safe in a hot lunch bag for hours. […]
The Gut-Brain Connection: Why Your Stomach Feels Everything You Feel
Your Gut Has Its Own Nervous System Most people think of the brain as the body’s control centre — and it is. But what many don’t know is that your gut has its own extensive network of nerve cells, often called the “second brain.” In fact, your gut contains more nerve cells than your spinal cord, and […]
For the Love of Sport
Complimentary High-Performance Sessions for Barrie Athletes My name is Dr. Nicole and I believe that the foundation of a champion is built long before they step onto the field or court. It’s built in their nutrition, during recovery, and through the daily habits that sustain high performance. To give back to the community that shapes […]
Naturopathic Well Baby Visits
Naturopathic Well Baby Visits: A Natural, Evidence-Based Approach to Supporting Your Child’s Health As a parent, you know your baby better than anyone else. You notice the subtle changes, the sleep patterns, the feeding questions, the behaviours that don’t quite fit the textbook. While routine medical check-ups are important, many parents are left wanting more […]
Natural ADHD Support for Kids
How Naturopathic Medicine Supports Kids with ADHD For many families, an ADHD diagnosis brings both relief and overwhelm. Relief in finally understanding why school, emotions, and day-to-day routines feel harder than they “should”… and overwhelm in figuring out what comes next. At Rooted Naturopathic Clinic in Barrie, we work closely with families who want both […]
Benefits of Long-Term Melatonin Use
I’ve been practicing going on 18 years this year and the information & hearsay on melatonin has changed over the years. I wanted to know if melatonin long term use was ok. We’ve been using it with kids to help with very difficult sleepers, for instance. Is it ok for grown-ups too, to use melatonin […]
New IV Prices for IV Therapy Barrie
Introducing Our New IV Pricing, Iron IV Infusions & Pregnancy Support Bag We’re excited to share updates to our IV therapy Barrie offerings, including new IV pricing, the addition of Iron IV infusions, and our specially designed Pregnancy Support IV bag for moms-to-be. These updates make it easier than ever to choose the IV that fits your needs—whether you’re boosting energy, […]
New Pap Regulations in Ontario: What You Need to Know
There are important new regulations around Pap testing and cervical cancer screening in Ontario. As of March this year, the Ontario Cancer Screening Program (OCSP) has introduced human papillomavirus (HPV) testing as the primary assessment tool for cervical cancer screening. Why the change? The shift to HPV testing was made for two main reasons: Another […]
Stop Getting Sick – Immunity Workshop
Lunch & Learn – October 3rd at 12:00 pm As we move into fall and cold season, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the advice on how to “boost” your immune system. But here’s the truth: much of what you’ve heard is outdated or even a complete myth. You need an immunity workshop that […]