Do you have Estrogen Dominance? By Dr. Tatiana, ND

by Markham Integrative | Jan 31, 2018 | Blog, Hormonal Imbalance

Do you have Estrogen Dominance? Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Canadian women. Precocious puberty is on the rise, where girls are reaching puberty as early as age 7. Most women will report that they experience PMS, have fibroids, ovarian cysts or heavy...

Treating SIBO: What is the Low FODMAP Diet?

by Markham Integrative | Jan 15, 2018 | Blog, Gut Health, Nutrition, SIBO

For a primer on SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth), start here. Modifying the diet is one of the most critical components of effective SIBO treatment, and there is a simple reason for it: bacteria are living organisms and they need to eat to survive. When we...

Could Histamine Be At The Root Of Your Migraines?

by Markham Integrative | Dec 4, 2017 | Blog, Histamine

For a primer on histamine intolerance and links to our other posts on this topic, click here.   Migraines are among the most common disorders in the world, and as anyone who has experienced one can attest to, they have the ability to stop even the healthiest,...

The Importance of Vitamin D in Pregnancy and Fertility by Dr. Tatiana, ND

by Markham Integrative | Oct 31, 2017 | Blog, Prenatal Care

Vitamin D, our sunshine vitamin, has traditionally been recognized in supporting bone health. In more recent years, our appreciation for Vitamin D has evolved, and we now know that vitamin D does so much more than keep our bones strong. Its benefits have been studied...

The Rise of Depression & Anxiety In the Smartphone Generation

by Markham Integrative | Oct 26, 2017 | Blog, General Wellness

An alarming new body of research has found that teenagers who spend more time on their screens are significantly more likely to report symptoms of depression (1). The risk of depression in eighth graders who are heavy users of social media increases by 27% (2). As...

PCOS 101 by Dr. Tatiana, ND

by Markham Integrative | Sep 30, 2017 | Blog

PCOS 101 Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is the most prevalent endocrine disorder, affecting about 5-10% of women of reproductive age. Classic PCOS comes with a set of symptoms, such as irregular or absent periods, evidence of high androgens (excess hair growth,...

SIBO: Root Cause of IBS?

by Markham Integrative | Sep 30, 2017 | Blog, Gut Health, Integrative Medicine, SIBO

SIBO: Root Cause of IBS?   Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is the most commonly diagnosed functional gastrointestinal disorder, and as anyone who has received the diagnosis knows, it is frustrating for more reasons than just the symptoms, which include abdominal...

Fall Cleansing by Dr. Tatiana, ND

by Markham Integrative | Aug 31, 2017 | Blog, Detoxification

Fall Cleansing After summer indulgences, many of us seek a way to get a boost of energy and well-being as we head back to our school and work routines. Fall cleansing is the perfect way to strengthen your system to deal with the coming change in diet and lifestyle...

Beat the Heat: Natural Approaches to Hot Flashes by Dr. Tatiana, ND

by Markham Integrative | Jul 31, 2017 | Blog, Hormonal Imbalance

Do you find yourself dreading summer months in a way you never used to? As the temperature is rising, are you experiencing your own internal heat wave? If so, you are not alone. More than 70% of women in peri-menopause and menopause experience hot flashes and night...