Bastyr University Graduate; Instructor, National University of Health Sciences
“As a naturopathic doctor, I look at the whole person; family history, medical history, environmental exposures, physical activity level, diet, sleep patterns, significant stressors—and how these factors may negatively impact the ability to get pregnant. Problems can manifest as hormonal imbalances (irregular periods, luteal phase defects, impaired ovulation, polycystic ovarian syndrome), decreased sperm production or quality, obesity, or metabolic syndrome. The modalities that we are trained to utilize as naturopathic doctors, combined with our emphasis on an individualized, patient-centered approach, give us a wide range of tools to use. This includes nutrition and lifestyle counseling, herbal medicine, physical medicine, and use of specific nutrient supplementation.”
