Chi Y, Sauve AA, Nicotinamide riboside, a trace nutrient in foods, is a vitamin B3 with effects on energy metabolism and neuroprotection. Curr Opin Clin Nutr Metab Care. 2013 Nov;16(6):657-61 Canto C, Houtkooper RH, Pirinen E et al, The NAD(+) nicotinamide riboside enhances oxidative metabolism and protects against high-fat diet-induced obesity, Cell Metab. 2012, Jun 6;15(6):838-47 Gong B, Pan Y, Vempati P, e al, Nicotinamide riboside restores cognition through an upregulation of proliferator-activated receptor-γ coactivator 1α regulated β-secretase 1 degradation and mitochondrial gene expression in Alzheimer’s mouse models., Neurobiol Aging. 2013 Jun;34(6):1581-7 Wu TS, HU HM, Kuo FC, et al. Eradication of Helicobacter pylori infection. Kaohsiung J Med Sci. 2014;30(4):167-72 Mahmood A, FitGerald AJ, Marchbank T, et al. Zinc caronosine, a health food supplement that stabilizes small bowel integrity and stimulates gut repair processes. Gut. 2007;56(2):168-75 Amakwa T. Clinical Effect of Z-103 Tablets against Gastric Ulcers: Phase III Clinical Study. Jpn Pharmacol Ther. 1992;20(1):199-223 Peters EM, Anderson R, Nieman DC, et al. Vitamin C supplementation attenuates the increases in circulating cortisol, adrenaline and anti-inflammatory polypeptides following ultramarathon running. Int J Sports Med. 2001;22(7):537-43 Brody S, Preut R, Schommer K, Schurmeyer TH. A randomized controlled trial of high dose ascorbic acid for reduction of blood pressure, cortisol, and subjective responses to psychological stress. Psychopharmacology (Berl). 2002;159(3):319-24 Uhn S, Villringer A, Medawar, E, et al, The effects of plant-based diets on the body and the brain: a systemic review, Transl Psychiatry. 2019;9:226 Buck K, Zaneddn AK, Vrieling A et al, Meta-analyses of lignans and enterolignans in relation to breast cancer risk. Am J Clin Nutr. 2010 Jul;92(1):141-53 Ali H, Baig M, Rana MF et al, Relationship of serum and seminal plasma zinc levels and serum testosterone in oligospermic and azoospermic infertile man. J Cl Physicians Surg Pak. Nov 2005;15(11):67-3 Benvenga S, Ruggeri RM, Russo A, et al, Usefulness of L-carnitine, a naturally occurring peripheral antagonist of thyroid hormone action, in iatrogenic hyperthyroidism: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2001 Aug;86(8):3579-94 Baloch Z, Carayon P, Conte-Devolx B, et al. Laboratory medicine practice guidelines. Laboratory support for the diagnosis and monitoring of thyroid disease. Thyroid. 2003 Jan;13(1):3-126

NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE

Naturopathic medicine in Ottawa is a regulated healthcare profession dedicated to supporting individuals in achieving optimal wellness through evidence‑based natural therapies that integrate the wisdom of nature with modern science.

Guided by the principles of first do no harm, doctor as teacher, the healing power of nature, treating the root cause rather than symptoms, and prevention as the best medicine, naturopathic doctors provide care that emphasizes the body’s inherent ability to restore balance and health.

Since no two people are alike, your Ottawa naturopathic doctor will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs. This plan may include lifestyle recommendations, nutrition guidance, and natural therapies designed to address the whole person—body, mind, and lifestyle—while empowering you with the resources and support to make sustainable changes that promote long‑term health and wellness.

REJUVENATE

ENERGIZE

HEAL

WHAT ARE THE CONDITIONS THAT NATUROPATHS TREAT?

BRAIN & MEMORY

Having a healthy brain and mind is essential to having a healthy body. Nicotinamide riboside can increase cellular levels of NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) which decline with aging. NAD+ can promote energy, motivation, brain health and longevity.^1-3

DIGESTION

Research shows that therapies including zinc-carnosine can reduce heartburn by over 60% and reduce bloating by over 75% by protecting the stomach wall, reducing inflammation, decreasing H. pylori that is linked to gastritis and peptic ulcers, and healing gut permeability.^4-6

FATIGUE & STRESS

Higher dose vitamin C orally or by IV along with vitamin B5 help to improve stress resiliency, and act to support healthy cortisol levels. Vitamin C provides nutrients for the adrenal gland, is anti-inflammatory and reduces the effects of stress on the body.^7,8

Hormone Imbalance

Hormone balance for both men and women is important for energy, mood, and vitality. A review of 21 studies found a lower risk of breast cancer in women with a higher intake of lignin rich foods like flax seeds. Nutrients such as zinc are key for optimal testosterone levels, sperm formation and sperm motility.^10,11

LONGEVITY & ANTI-AGING

Menus like plant-based, paleo, anti-inflammatory or other can help restore your youthful self. A review of over 200 studies found strong evidence for the benefits of plant – based menus on weight, cognition, energy, gut microbiome and the reduction of systemic inflamation.⁹

THYROID

Your thyroid regulates your body temperature, metabolism, energy and your overall health. At Revivelife optimal levels for TSH between 1.0 and 2.0 μIU/mL are targeted. In addition a complete thyroid panel, adrenal health and history are required to properly assess and balance your thyroid health.^12,13

ALL CONDITIONS

Allergies & Intolerances (food, environmental)
Athletic Performance (mental performance coaching, athletic testing, performance plans)
Autoimmune Diseases (celiac, colitis, Crohn’s, lupus, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma)
Bone Density
Cancer Care Support & Prevention
Cardiovascular Disease (hypertension, hypotension, high cholesterol, post-stroke or heart attack)
Children’s Health (colic, ear infections, food intolerances)
Pain & Inflammation (bursitis, low-back pain, fibromyalgia, gout, injury, osteoarthritis, sciatica, tendonitis)
Digestive Health (acid reflux, candida, constipation, diarrhea, IBS, indigestion, inflammatory bowel disease, Leaky Bowel, SIBO (small intestinal bowel overgrowth), ulcers)
Endocrine disorders (adrenal fatigue, diabetes, hormonal imbalances, weight gain/loss)
Immune (allergies, asthma, bronchitis, colds, flus, low white blood cells (leukopenia), Lyme disease, mycotoxins, pneumonia)
Longevity & Anti-aging thermography testing, skin analysis & therapy)
Brain Health & Neurological Conditions (ADD, ADHD, Alzheimer’s, autism, brain & memory concerns, headaches, migraines, Parkinson’s, TBIs (traumatic brain injuries & concussions)
Skin Conditions (acne, anti-aging, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea)
Stress and Emotional Issues (anxiety, fatigue, depression, insomnia, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD))
Thyroid Conditions (hypothyroid, hyperthyroid, Hashimoto’s)
Toxicity (detoxification, mercury, lead)
Men’s Health Concerns (bladder dysfunction, erectile dysfunction (ED), hormone imbalance, impotence, infertility, low libido, prostatitis)
Urinary Disorders: (enuresis (bed-wetting), bladder dysfunction, incontinence
Women’s Health Concerns (amenorrhea (loss of menstrual period), breech position in pregnancy, breast concerns, dysmenorrhea (painful periods), fibroids, induction of labor, hormone imbalance, infertility, low libido, menopause and peri-menopause, morning sickness, osteoporosis, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), spotting and excessive bleeding)

WHAT ARE THE NATUROPATHIC SERVICES OFFERED?

Acupuncture & Asian Medicine
Botanical Medicine
Bowen Therapy
Craniosacral Therapy
Homeopathy
Hormone Care
Lifestyle & Stress Management Counselling
Naturopathic Consultations
Nutritional Coaching
Physical Exams
Tailored Supplementation
Advanced Testing: digestion, cardiovascular, detoxification, food & environmental sensitivity, heavy metals, hormones, Lyme disease, nutrients, organic acids (digestion, detoxification, microbiome, neurotransmitters, select nutrients), SIBO (small intestine bacteria overgrowth) (please inquire for more)

Note – All lab testing requires a consultation prior to assess which lab testing is right for you.

FAQS

Why consult with a naturopath?

The 6 key benefits of working with a naturopath are:

In-Depth Health Review: Naturopaths are trained to take time to review your overall health in their visits which are 30-90 minutes. This is in comparison to most traditional doctor visits are 5-10 minutes long.
Complement to Traditional Medical Practitioners: Naturopaths are happy to work with your medical team to compliment your overall health. Their area of focus will include lifestyle, fitness, nutrition, plant medicine, natural remedies, environmental factors, and optimal vs normal health targeted lab ranges.
Identify the Root Cause of Health Issues: It is more than diagnosing you with a migraine or other health condition and providing drugs to abate the symptoms. Migraines may be caused by stress, nutrient deficiencies, hormone imbalance or structural imbalances. Your Naturopath will look for the root cause of your concerns and provide support for long – term results.
Chronic Disease Prevention: Your body sends you messages daily about how its functioning. But in this fast pace world, people too often don’t listen or grab a quick cup of coffee or pill as a band aide solution.
Tailored Natural Medicine: Each person is an individual with varying factors that affect how they feel. Your Naturopath will personalize your plan to you taking into consideration your lifestyle, how much time you have to dedicate to your plan and what makes sense in your world.
Restoration of the Body’s Innate Healing Ability: It’s about taking care of the foundations to well health including nutrition. Food is approximately half as nutritionally dense as it was for our great grandparents and fresh produce can lose 50% of their nutritional quality within 48 hours of being picked. Your naturopath will ensure that your body is provided with all the tools including nutrients that promote the body’s innate healing ability.

How are naturopathic doctors trained?

Naturopaths have the least of seven year’s post-graduate training, with four of those years studying naturopathic family medicine. All the naturopathic doctors at Revivelife Clinic have completed their pre-medical sciences, graduated from an accredited naturopathic medical college, are board-certified under with their Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND) degree, strive for higher excellence in learning and innovations in health care and are members of the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors.

How does naturopathic medicine compare to conventional medicine?

Naturopathic doctors and conventional medical doctors are similarly educated in all the foundational sciences, must pass rigorous board exams and have ongoing requirements in continuing education to ensure that they are trained in the latest strategies for the promotion of health and maintain licensing. Naturopathic doctors are additionally trained in lifestyle medicine, clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, physical medicine (including spinal manipulation), acupuncture & Chinese medicine, homeopathy, and psychology. Naturopathic doctors (NDs) have a strong emphasis on addressing the whole – person to discover the root cause of departure from optimal health and use a variety of natural therapies with a strong emphasis on disease prevention. Conventional medical doctors (MDs) generally address and treat the symptoms of the disease, and use pharmaceutical therapies or surgeries. NDs often work with other conventional medical doctors, surgeons, and specialists, referring patients when indicated.

Is naturopathic medicine covered by insurance plans?

Naturopathic medicine consults are covered by most extended health plans including Sunlife, Great West, and Manulife. Lab testing and supplements are generally not covered. Please check with your insurance provider for details.

References

Chi Y, Sauve AA, Nicotinamide riboside, a trace nutrient in foods, is a vitamin B3 with effects on energy metabolism and neuroprotection. Curr Opin Clin Nutr Metab Care. 2013 Nov;16(6):657-61
Canto C, Houtkooper RH, Pirinen E et al, The NAD(+) nicotinamide riboside enhances oxidative metabolism and protects against high-fat diet-induced obesity, Cell Metab. 2012, Jun 6;15(6):838-47
Gong B, Pan Y, Vempati P, e al, Nicotinamide riboside restores cognition through an upregulation of proliferator-activated receptor-γ coactivator 1α regulated β-secretase 1 degradation and mitochondrial gene expression in Alzheimer’s mouse models., Neurobiol Aging. 2013 Jun;34(6):1581-7
Wu TS, HU HM, Kuo FC, et al. Eradication of Helicobacter pylori infection. Kaohsiung J Med Sci. 2014;30(4):167-72
Mahmood A, FitGerald AJ, Marchbank T, et al. Zinc caronosine, a health food supplement that stabilizes small bowel integrity and stimulates gut repair processes. Gut. 2007;56(2):168-75
Amakwa T. Clinical Effect of Z-103 Tablets against Gastric Ulcers: Phase III Clinical Study. Jpn Pharmacol Ther. 1992;20(1):199-223
Peters EM, Anderson R, Nieman DC, et al. Vitamin C supplementation attenuates the increases in circulating cortisol, adrenaline and anti-inflammatory polypeptides following ultramarathon running. Int J Sports Med. 2001;22(7):537-43
Brody S, Preut R, Schommer K, Schurmeyer TH. A randomized controlled trial of high dose ascorbic acid for reduction of blood pressure, cortisol, and subjective responses to psychological stress. Psychopharmacology (Berl). 2002;159(3):319-24
Uhn S, Villringer A, Medawar, E, et al, The effects of plant-based diets on the body and the brain: a systemic review, Transl Psychiatry. 2019;9:226
Buck K, Zaneddn AK, Vrieling A et al, Meta-analyses of lignans and enterolignans in relation to breast cancer risk. Am J Clin Nutr. 2010 Jul;92(1):141-53
Ali H, Baig M, Rana MF et al, Relationship of serum and seminal plasma zinc levels and serum testosterone in oligospermic and azoospermic infertile man. J Cl Physicians Surg Pak. Nov 2005;15(11):67-3
Benvenga S, Ruggeri RM, Russo A, et al, Usefulness of L-carnitine, a naturally occurring peripheral antagonist of thyroid hormone action, in iatrogenic hyperthyroidism: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2001 Aug;86(8):3579-94
Baloch Z, Carayon P, Conte-Devolx B, et al. Laboratory medicine practice guidelines. Laboratory support for the diagnosis and monitoring of thyroid disease. Thyroid. 2003 Jan;13(1):3-126