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by Dr Nicole Meier | Nov 22, 2010 | Naturopathy

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My name is Nalini and I am currently working toward the completion of my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. I’ve always been passionate about helping others reach their full potential and live a genuine and authentic life. Having graduated with a doctorate in cognitive science in 2017 and a masters in philosophy in 2012, I have been working as a post-secondary instructor, helping students achieve academic and personal success. Now, as I transition to the field of psychotherapy, I am ready to help others make changes in their lives and help them to thrive. Book your free 15 minute meet and greet and let's see if it's a fit.

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Just a few more practical garden tips to help you

Just a few more practical garden tips to help you protect your back from Dr. Garry Butwell.

Today at Cornerstone, we respectfully join all Can

Today at Cornerstone, we respectfully join all Canadians in observance of May 5th, National Red Dress Day in honour of all missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, 2 Spirit and Transgender souls. #nomorestolensisters

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It is arguably the most valuable organ in the huma

It is arguably the most valuable organ in the human body, the very foundation of our emotions, decision making and personality. Despite this, the brain is still very much the final frontier of science. There is much that remains unknown and understood about this vital structure. “5.5 million Canadians have been diagnosed with a chronic brain condition, and within the next 20 years, brain conditions will become the leading cause of death and disability in Canada. “
https://www.abilities.ca/organizations/march-is-brain-awareness-month/ These stats make it clear that prioritizing, maintaining and/or improving the health of our brains will have a significant impact on our quality of life. While we may have no control over any genetic predispositions we might have to brain disorders, there are steps we can take in order to reduce our risk of developing Alzheimers and other diseases. Kelsey Kidd is a nurse practitioner in Neurology in Mankato, Minnesota. Here are her six recommendations to patients in order of importance: 1. Exercise regularly
2. Get plenty of sleep.
3. Eat a Mediterranean diet.
4. Stay mentally active.
5. Remain socially involved.
6. Keep your blood vessels healthy. This can be accomplished by getting your cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure checked regularly and keeping those numbers within normal, healthy ranges. https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/5-tips-to-keep-your-brain-healthy

Meet Haley Veronyak, Registered Psychotherapist!

Meet Haley Veronyak, Registered Psychotherapist! Cornerstone Health Centre was thrilled to welcome Haley to our clinic last year. Haley joined our team following numerous calls from people seeking help after an unprecedented period of isolation and fear post pandemic. Haley offers a warm, safe space where adults and teens can find help navigating life's challenges.
Anxiety
Grief
Trauma and PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)
Family conflict
Couples counseling
These are just some of the areas that Haley can help you work through with respect, compassion and warmth. Her treatment approach includes CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), Gestalt, Humanistic and Psychodynamic therapies. Haley offers a 15 minute initial assessment to ensure a good fit for both parties. If you are struggling, please call Cornerstone Health Centre at 905-702-1944. We would be pleased to assist you in booking your assessment with Haley. You will also find a short bio about Haley on our website; www.cornerstonehealth.ca

In honour of International Women's Day, we at Corn

In honour of International Women's Day, we at Cornerstone would like to draw attention to something we feel strongly about: the inequity in healthcare for women. According to the World Economic Forum, "despite healthcare advances in the past few decades, we still face wide gaps in research and treatment ability for areas that are unique to women, such as maternal and menstrual health, as well as for conditions that present differently in women than men. These gaps can result in major health issues and disparities in treatment that are largely preventable.” A common example of this is endometriosis diagnosis and care. This very common chronic inflammatory disease impacts up to 12% of women in North America. It takes on average 8-12 years to secure a diagnosis of endometriosis. If you are under the age of 20, it can take up to 15 years to be diagnosed. This is completely unacceptable. Gender bias drives a major portion of this inequity. A 2018 study found that doctors often view men with chronic pain as “brave” or “stoic,” but view women with chronic pain as “emotional” or “hysterical.” The study also found that doctors were more likely to treat women’s pain as a product of a mental health condition, rather than a physical condition. In 2023, we can do better. At Cornerstone we are committed to taking your health concerns seriously and doing everything we can to get you back to wellness. “Endometriosis is Undervalued: A Call to Action”. Front. Glob. Women's Health, 10 May 2022 Sec. Quality of Life.Volume 3 - 2022 https://doi.org/10.3389/fgwh.2022.902371
“Brave Men” and “Emotional Women”: A Theory-Guided Literature Review on Gender Bias in Health Care and Gendered Norms towards Patients with Chronic Pain. Pain Research and Management: Volume 2018 | Article ID 6358624

Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with MS? On

Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with MS? One of my colleagues Dr. Teri Jaklin, ND is conducting a Masterclass on living with MS and the journey after diagnosis. Dr. Teri Jaklin, ND understands because she also lives with MS.
You can find out more at www.transform.ms/masterclass

Experience the benefits of infrared sauna therapy!

Experience the benefits of infrared sauna therapy!
Cornerstone Health Centre is pleased to announce that our infrared sauna is once again available for use for our patients. Our sauna is located privately on the second floor of Cornerstone and is bookable during any of our office hours. A shower is available on site.
Sauna therapy is being shown to have promising health benefits including reduced cardiovascular disease risk and reduction of premature death from all causes. In a large Finnish study over 20 years, men who used the sauna frequently had a reduction in all causes mortality by 40% and a 62% decreased risk of stroke! As little as one sauna session per week, of at least 20 min duration also has health benefits. Sauna bathing has been linked to an improvement in pain and symptoms associated with musculoskeletal disorders such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and fibromyalgia.
All of our sauna clients are required to be screened for safety purposes by one of our Naturopathic Doctors. Please call us to book or for more information about fees, 905-702-1944

Anyone know what this veggie is? Member of the br

Anyone know what this veggie is? Member of the brassica family. Crunchy and fresh - like a cross between broccoli and radish. This is a new veggie for me and I’m excited to share how delicious it is!

Zinc is a critical nutrient for proper immune func

Zinc is a critical nutrient for proper immune function. It has been hard to source and in demand, but it’s now back in stock for our patients! Contact the office today to place your order.

What can I do to stay healthy? Lifestyle Choices M

What can I do to stay healthy? Lifestyle Choices Matter! Sleep!
Regular quality sleep is extremely impactful on immune function. Don't underestimate the power of this "free" medicine. Most adults require 8 hours/night to see an improvement in their white blood cell counts. Exercise!
Moderate exercise is immune building. Extreme exercise or overtraining is not! While most of us are not at risk of overtraining, many of us are completely sedentary. Get out in the fresh air and take a walk everyday. Diet!
Does diet impact immune function? Yes it does - dramatically. Now is not the time to stay home with chips and Netflix. Now is the time to increase your intake of fruits and vegetables, eliminate sugar and consider eliminating or limiting dairy products and gluten. #healthcareGeorgetown #healthcareErin #healthcareBrampton

Spending isolation time walking the trails? Dr. Ni

Spending isolation time walking the trails? Dr. Nicole Meier, ND is a member of the International #Lyme and Associated Diseases Society and so she wants you to be mindful of the possibilities of tick bites! Remember to dress appropriately, know the signs of a tick bite, and see a doctor if you have been bitten! Photo Source: The New Yorker #naturopathicdoctor #naturopathicmedicine #Georgetown #Halton #HaltonHills

Things you might not know about Naturopathic doct

Things you might not know about Naturopathic doctors! ND’s are the “Sherlock Holmes” of all healthcare practitioners. Many patients visit an ND after no other doctor or health care practitioner was able to help them or get to the bottom of their symptoms. ND’s use a comprehensive assessment, physical exam skills and lab testing to assess all aspects of their patients. #healthcareGeorgetown #healthcareErin #healthcareBrampton

Chronic pain is difficult to live with! We take yo

Chronic pain is difficult to live with! We take your health issues seriously and aim to do whatever we can to help you cope... Source: chro.nicallyfabulos #benefitsplan #healthcareGeorgetown #healthcareErin #healthcareBrampton

Not all heroes wear capes! Thank you to the worker

Not all heroes wear capes! Thank you to the workers at grocery stores, pet stores, drugstores, & more for keeping stores open and shelves stocked! We appreciate you! @metroontario @pharmachoicecanada @creaturecomfortonmain and more! #benefitsplan #healthcareGeorgetown #healthcareErin #healthcareBrampton

We are here to help you stay healthy! There are b

We are here to help you stay healthy! There are big changes happening to the way all regulated healthcare providers practice in Ontario. This includes Naturopathic Doctors (Drs Nicole Meier and Megan Boucher), Chiropractors (Garry Butwell), Registered Massage Therapists (Kristine Freeman), Registered Psychotherapists (Natalie Haynes), and even your Family Doctor. We have ALL been asked to prioritize urgent care and to avoid all in-person visits. What does this mean for you and your family? It means that while we can't provide in-person visits, it's still our responsibility to make sure that your health needs are met. Treatment plans need to be continued and follow up visits can still happen - only by phone or virtual visit. If you require a renewed prescription of medication or supplements to ensure that you have no interruption to your care, we can also provide that. While the office is closed to foot traffic for the next few weeks (at minimum), we are still providing telephone and virtual visits as required, checking email, voicemail and shipping orders through Canada Post and our online dispensary, Fullscript. Our wonderful staff, Donna, Zora and Melissa are working safely from home. PLEASE don't hesitate to call (905) 702 1944 or email INFO@CORNERSTONEHEALTH.CA. We are still here to help.

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