From Fear to Empowered: A Candid Conversation on Breast Cancer with Dr. Ashley Chauvin, ND

06/10/24 • 65 min

This is a conversation you won't want to miss. Join us for an enlightening episode as we delve into the world of breast cancer, breaking down myths and misconceptions that often surround this important topic. While discussions about breast cancer can sometimes be daunting, our aim is to empower you with knowledge and understanding.

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Ashley Chauvin, ND, to debunk common myths, address fears, and provide valuable insight into early detection, treatment options, and survivorship. Dr. Ashley highlights the importance of education, awareness, and support in the fight against breast cancer.

Whether you're a survivor, caregiver, or simply seeking to learn more, this episode is for you. Together, let's turn fear into empowerment, stigma into understanding, and myths into facts. Tune in, educate yourself, and join us in spreading hope and awareness in the journey towards breast cancer prevention and support.
Connect with Dr. Ashley Chauvin below:
Instagram: ashleychauvin_nd
Book with Ashley here: https://clarityhealthburlington.ca/

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DISCLAIMER: Nothing mentioned in this episode is medical advice and should not be taken as so. If you have any health concerns, please discuss these with your doctor or a licensed healthcare professional.

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Beyond the Burn: Acid Reflux, H.Pylori & other gut stuff with Dr. Dominique Vanier, ND

Heartburn. What is it and what can we do about it? In this weeks episode we talk to Dr. Dominique Vanier, ND all about gut health, specifically heart burn and what we know as ‘acid reflux’.
We cover:
-What acid reflux is
-H. Pylori and if you can eradicate it naturally
-The connection between your gut and brain and how some people may perceive and react to normal amounts of acid which can cause heartburn like symptoms
-The myth that low stomach acid causes reflux symptoms
-Food triggers and reflux and if you need to remove them
-Supplements, herbs & lifestyle options that can be used for heartburn

Dr. Dominique Vanier, ND is a Naturopathic Doctor, and has a special clinical focus on digestive issues, including irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, GERD, and disorders of gut-brain interaction. She is particularly interested in how the gut can affect hormones, the nervous system, immune health, and autoimmunity, and how these interactions may impact patient health outcomes and treatment approaches.

Dr. Dominique has an Honours Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (Environmental Chem) from Queen's University, and also has a Master of Environmental Science (M.Env.Sc.) from the University of Toronto and a four-year post-graduate Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto. Dr. Dominique recently served five years as the Vice-Chair of the OAND Board of Directors and brings a perspective and understanding of policy and government to naturopathic medicine in Ontario.

Connect with Dr. Vanier here:
Website: http://www.drvaniernd.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dominiquevaniernd/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDominiqueVanierND/
Sign up for the FREE GI health summit below:
https://drvaniernd--drjordannd.thrivecart.com/myths-2-microbiomes-vip-ticket/

Next Episode

Solo: What's on a Naturopathic Students Grocery List

In today's episode, co-host Victoria Gasparini takes us through her grocery list, sharing tips and tricks on how to simplify nutrition while meeting our health goals. Whether you're focused on weight loss, weight management, chronic disease prevention, or just want to start eating better, Vic's got you covered. In true 'Girls Gone Wellness' fashion, she debunks food myths along the way, making this an episode you'll want a pen and paper ready for.
Some myths Victoria debunks include:

shopping the perimeter of your grocery store
the misconceptions about nightshade veggies
a conversation around fats
organic vs. not organic
whether dairy is bad for us
whether all processed food is bad for us

This is an episode you don't want to miss!

DISCLAIMER: Because weight loss is a common goal, caloric intake and alternatives are mentioned. The purpose is to highlight the importance of making healthier choices while being aware of overall fuel intake, as both matter when it comes to sustainable weight loss. This is not a weight loss episode, but if the topic of calories is triggering, please skip this one.