PCOS has officially been renamed PMOS — polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome. Learn what changed, why it matters, and how integrative medicine has treated it this way all along.
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Struggling with anxiety, poor sleep, or feeling wired but tired in perimenopause? Learn how estrogen and progesterone affect cortisol — and what you can do about it.
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Both conditions involve severe hormonal symptoms that are chronically under-recognized. Understanding which one you're dealing with — or whether you have both — is the first step toward care that actually helps.
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Wondering if HRT is right for you during perimenopause? Learn the signs you may be a candidate, when it's not recommended, and what a naturopathic approach looks like.
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Struggling with anxiety in your 40s? Discover how perimenopause hormones impact your mood and what you can do to feel better.
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If you've been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), there's a good chance you've found yourself deep in a supplement rabbit hole at some point. Myo-inositol, spearmint, berberine, magnesium, NAC — the list goes on, and social media makes it sound like each one is the answer. You try them for a few months, your symptoms barely budge, and you're left wondering: what am I missing?
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If your period is unpredictable or missing for months, you may have been told “it’s probably PCOS.” And while PCOS can cause irregular cycles… it’s not the only reason. In fact, we see people get mislabeled with PCOS all the time and it delays getting the right support. PCOS is a diagnosis of exclusion, so let’s break down what else might be going on.
Read MoreWhen you work with an integrative health team, you’re not just seeing one practitioner, you’re tapping into a group of experts who combine their skills to create the best plan for you. At The Clara Clinic, that means Naturopathic Doctors, psychotherapists, nurse practitioners, nutritionists, and IV therapy technicians, all working together, all in the same space, and all focused on your unique needs.
Read MoreOur bodies and minds are deeply interconnected. Hormones—chemical messengers that regulate mood, energy, sleep, and even focus—play a vital role in our emotional well-being. When hormones fluctuate, whether due to life transitions, menstrual cycles, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, or stress, it’s common to notice changes in mood, energy, and overall resilience.
Read MoreIf you’ve seen IV drips on TV or in wellness magazines, you might be wondering if it’s just a passing trend or something that could truly support your health. Intravenous (IV) therapy is the delivery of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients directly into your bloodstream. By bypassing your digestive system, this method allows for higher absorption and faster delivery compared to oral supplements.
Read MoreOur Toronto clinic has put together a collaborative team of highly focused practitioners, each dedicating their expertise to specific areas of health. At The Clara Clinic, we believe in getting to the root of your health concerns through focused, evidence-based integrative medicine that treats the whole person—not just individual symptoms.
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The holidays are a time for connection, tradition, and—let’s be honest—lots of food. From rich dinners to endless trays of sweets, most of us find ourselves eating differently this time of year. And while the food might be delicious, the after-effects aren’t always so pleasant. Bloating, gas, stomach cramps, heartburn, or just feeling “weighed down” are common complaints after holiday feasts.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Let’s talk about why holiday eating can leave you feeling this way, and what you can do to support your digestion—so you can spend more time enjoying the season and less time clutching your stomach.
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