I offer 1:1 Naturopathic Skin Health Assessments. We work on identifying what is driving your symptoms and how to manage them effectively. This is a great place to start for people struggling to understand what is going on with their skin. 

I have created Acu-Lift treatments which include facial acupuncture, gua sha and facial cupping to minimize aging and stimulate collagen. Facial acupuncture is known to naturally lift and tone your facial muscles, reduce wrinkles, brighten skin and promote cell turnover. Find your skin refreshed with an improved tone and a relaxed healthy glow! 

Here is a link to book a free 15-minute Phone Consult with me, which will give more details on what I can do for you and if we are a good fit to be working together! 

An amazing addition to every home medicine cabinet is DGL Chewable tablets by Bioclinic Naturals.

DGL is an extract of licorice root that is used to soothe the lining of the stomach and esophagus and even protects against ulcers.  The component of licorice that can be responsible for causing high blood pressure has been removed so DGL is safe for everyone.  

If you know someone who likes to pop over the counter antacids, DGL chewables are a perfect alternative that won’t inhibit the normal function of the digestive system.  As we move into the fall and Thanksgiving, it’s a time of year that we tend to overindulge and these delicious little tablets can really come in handy for heartburn!  This time of year we are also turning our furnaces on (make sure to change your filter!) making the indoor climate more arid.  

DGL Chewables are wonderful for soothing sore, dry throats and promote the healing of canker sores. Warning:  must enjoy the flavor of black licorice!

COSMETIC BOTOX
is now available at Yaletown Integrative Clinic!!
With Dr. Emma Lee ND returning in November on Tuesday and Friday afternoons, our patients will have access to cosmetic Botox treatments. Dr. Emma Lee ND is a fully licensed aesthetic injector who believes in aging gracefully - her light touch helps patients achieve natural-looking results. Book a consultation today. 

Fall is here and that means it’s that time of year to cozy up with a cup of tea and your favorite “pumpkin spice” treat. This is a healthy and delicious no-bake version of pumpkin pie which is dairy free, egg-free, gluten free and guilt-free!
 
Crust
2 cups almonds
1 cup coconut flakes
1 ½ cups chopped pitted dates or raisins
2 Tbsp coconut oil
¼ tsp salt
1 Tbsp vanilla powder or extract
 
Pulse just the almonds first until broken down, almost into an almond meal with small bits. Add the rest of the ingredients and pulse until you reach a crumbly even texture that you can press and mold with your fingers. Spread a thin layer of the crust in the bottom of pie shells or pans and press down with fingers until compact and even. Place the crust in the refrigerator or freezer. This recipe can make 2-3 medium sized pies.

Filling
 3 cups cashews soaked in 4 cups carrot juice for at least 1 hour 
1 ½ cups chopped pitted dates
1 cup coconut oil (melted on low heat)
2 Tbsp vanilla extract
1 ½ Tbsp fresh ginger root
2 Tbsp pumpkin spice blend (see below)
¼ tsp sea salt
 
Pumpkin Spice Blend
1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
½ Tbsp ground nutmeg
¼ tsp ground clove
1/8 tsp ground cardamom
¼ tsp ground ginger
 
Begin by blending the cashews, carrot juice, dates, vanilla, ginger and spice blend until smooth and creamy and making sure the dates are completely blended. Add the melted coconut oil and blend until creamy smooth. Pour filling over crust just over 1 inch deep depending on desired thickness and smooth out top with a spatula. Place pies in the fridge to set overnight. In the morning cut the pies into desired portions and freeze the slices in an airtight container for storage. To serve, take slices out of the freezer and let stand for 10-20 minutes. Garnish with dairy free coconut whip cream.