Migraines can be incredibly disruptive. Beyond the intense headache pain, they can bring symptoms such as sensitivity to light and sound, nausea, and fatigue that make it difficult to get through the day. While medications are often used to prevent or treat migraines, many people look for additional ways to manage their symptoms. One option that has gained increasing attention is acupuncture. How Could Acupuncture Help? Acupuncture involves inserting very thin needles into sp

For decades, we’ve called it PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). But the medical world is finally catching up to what we, as naturopathic doctors, have known all along: this condition is so much bigger than just the ovaries. Recently, a shift has begun to rename this condition to PMOS—Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome. This new name is a massive win for patient advocacy. It highlights that PMOS is not merely a localized reproductive issue; it is a complex condition invol

A common misconception I hear in my clinical practice is that perimenopause only begins once your periods become irregular. In reality, your body often starts sending signals long before your menstrual cycle actually shifts. In perimenopause, hormonal fluctuations, specifically the gradual decline of estrogen and progesterone, typically begin in the late 30s or early 40s. If you’ve ever been told you’re "too young" for the perimenopause transition, please know that research c

BY LIORA BAROOK, RP · REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST AT INSPIRED WELLNESS — — — There's a question I ask almost everyone who comes to see me, usually within the first session or two. It isn't a diagnostic question. It isn't about symptoms or history, exactly. It's this: "When was the first time you remember feeling like you had to manage yourself really carefully?" The answers are always different. Sometimes it's a specific moment — a classroom, a parent's face, a teac

Alyssa Brunt, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist "Don't lift heavy when you're pregnant." Whether you've heard it from a friend, a healthcare provider, or that one person at the gym who just had to say something — chances are, this advice has made its way to you at some point. And for a long time, women listened. Barbells got swapped for resistance bands, PRs got put on pause, and the weight room started feeling like off-limits territory the moment a positive pregnancy test app

Fertility can be influenced by many factors—hormones, stress, lifestyle, and overall health. While treatments like IVF play an important role for many individuals, holistic approaches like acupuncture are increasingly being used to support the body along the way. At Inspired Wellness, I offer fertility-focused acupuncture designed to help restore balance, reduce stress, and create optimal conditions for conception—whether natural or assisted. How Acupuncture Supports Fertilit

Spring often indicates a time of change and renewal. The days get longer, the temperatures rise, and signs of growth are all around us. For many folks, there’s a positive connection between the early days of Spring and our overall sense of well - being. However, the less favourable changes that occur this season are not often discussed. Any change can activate anxiety, especially when our bodies don’t have adequate time to adjust. Seasonal changes can aggravate inflammation

by Jennifer Ide, R. BIE, CNP Spring is here ! For many people, that means the watery eyes, stuffy nose, sneezing fits, wheezing, and hives are going to start. Prepare yourself this Spring with BIE BIE stands for BioEnergetic Intolerance Elimination. It is a safe, non-invasive health technology that serves to identify substances that aggravate the body, and normalize the body to the substance by using electromagnetic waves . According to the BIE theory, a reaction to pollen i

Cosmetic acupuncture is a natural, gentle way to support healthy, radiant skin. Using very fine needles, this treatment stimulates circulation and encourages the body’s own healing processes—helping to lift and plump the skin while improving overall tone and texture. Because it works with your body rather than against it, cosmetic acupuncture is considered a safe and holistic approach to skin rejuvenation. By boosting blood flow to the face, cosmetic acupuncture can give the

Menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea) and PMS (premenstrual syndrome) affect many women worldwide. While these symptoms are common, they should not be dismissed as normal if they significantly impact your quality of life. Fortunately, various treatment options, including lifestyle changes and nutraceutical supplementation, can help alleviate these symptoms and improve your overall well-being. Managing PMS Symptoms PMS symptoms typically occur during the luteal phase or menstruation a