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PNHC’s 5 Year Anniversary Open House

March 28, 2023 by elisha

On May 6, 2023 from 10am to 2pm, we invite you to come to Plattsville Natural Health Clinic to help us celebrate 5 years of business! We will be having:

Light Snacks for you to enjoy while you learn about and celebrate with us.

Clinic tour including our pedorthist’s lab where your custom orthotics are made.

Demonstrations of acupuncture and one of our massage therapist’s techniques.

Draw prizes, because who doesn’t like winning!

Spreading awareness of and raising money for Naturopathy for All – a charity making naturopathy accessible for all (please see link for more information): https://www.naturopathyforall.com/

We would also love for you to bring a friend to introduce them to our clinic and staff.

Thank you for the last 5 years of business and we look forward to providing care for many more years to come! We cannot wait to celebrate with you on May 6, 2023!

Foods to Boost Male Health

November 8, 2022 by elisha

Written By: Dr. Elisha Cook ND

November is generally known for promoting, encouraging, and discussing men’s health. With this in mind, what better way to celebrate with some foods that benefit male health! These foods are not only great for a balanced, healthy diet, but specifically help with prostate health, fertility, and balancing male hormones.

Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin seeds are a great source of fiber, and are high in magnesium and zinc. Specifically, in the research, pumpkin seeds have been linked to reducing the size of the prostate in BPH and reducing the consequences of it (improving erectile function and improving urine outflow) (1).

In the world of fertility, there is limited human research on the effect of pumpkin seeds on sperm characteristics, but in the animal world, it has shown to increase and improve sperm concentration, motility, and viability. With these promising improvements seen in the animal world, and the little to no side effects associated with eating pumpkin seeds, males looking to improve sperm parameters might consider adding pumpkin seeds to their diet (2).

Cooked Tomatoes

Tomatoes contain many great nutrients and are high in an antioxidant lycopene. As tomatoes are cooked, the lycopene content increases. Research shows that males that consumed a diet higher in tomatoes, also had a reduced risk of developing prostate cancer (3).

In regards to lycopene, it may reduce the growth of the prostate leading to reduced likelihood of BPH and cancer (4).

In addition, regular tomato juice consumption has been linked to improved sperm motility in those struggling with infertility (5).

Pomegranate

Pomegranate juice specifically is a great addition to a balanced diet, but when it comes to male health, it can also benefit fertility. Regular pomegranate juice consumption was shown to improve total motile sperm count (6).

Overall, the best way to improve one’s health is through a well balanced diet, but for males, adding these foods more often might produce greater gains in regards to factors concerning male health.

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Some of the information provided above may not be appropriate for everyone, please consult with your doctor before trying any of the above. If you are interested in trying any of our services, working with any of our amazing practitioners, or are simply wanting a different approach to your health care needs, contact the Plattsville Natural Health Clinic by calling 226-232-7665 and book your appointment today!

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Expanding our Naturopathic Availability!

December 30, 2021 by elisha

We are so excited to be welcoming Derika Nauta, a student clinical intern from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) to PNHC. During her time with us, we will be offering reduced fees for naturopathic consults provided through her under the supervision of Dr. Elisha Cook ND (our naturopathic doctor). If you have been meaning to see a Naturopathic Doctor and are needing a bit of a financial break after Christmas, now would be the time to get it!

Derika will be seeing patients Thursdays from 9:00am – 3:30pm. Book your appointment by calling/texting the clinic at 226-232-7665, or by sending us a message through the contact portion of this website. For more information about Derika, see her bio below for more details!

ABOUT DERIKA

Derika, being a local, has grown up in the Woodstock/Tavistock area. You might recognize her as she has remained involved in her community, having represented the community as both the Tavistock Fall Fair Ambassador as well as the local (Oxford) and provincial-level “Queen of the Furrow”. Derika was also actively involved in the Plattsville Figure Skating Club as both a skater and coach.

Derika completed her undergraduate degree at Western University, receiving a Bachelors in Honours Specialization in Health Sciences and Biology. She is currently completing her clinical internship at the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic (RSNC) in Toronto, along with her training at CCNM. Following receiving her license, Derika hopes to practice in our area to provide for the community she has received so much support from.

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Some of the information provided above may not be appropriate for everyone, please consult with your doctor before trying any of the above. If you are interested in any of the above therapies to help you work through stress and are wanting a different approach to your health care needs, contact the Plattsville Natural Health Clinic by calling 226-232-7665 and book your appointment today!

Introducing Christa Bakker Registered Holistic Nutritionist to the PNHC team!

July 7, 2021 by elisha

We are excited to continue to grow at Plattsville Natural Health Clinic (PNHC) and be able to provide you with more beneficial services to help you achieve optimal health. We would like to welcome Christa Bakker Registered Holistic Nutritionist (RHN) to our team. Christa is quite the little super woman, keeping herself busy with multiple entrepreneur ventures and a busy family, but as a result has been able to integrate convenient ways to have a healthy diet for busy families/individuals. To learn more about holistic nutrition or Christa, see more details below. Better yet, contact the clinic to book your initial consult with Christa!

Registered Holistic Nutrition

A registered holistic nutritionist provides valuable support and education on everything involving proper nutrition. The process begins with an initial consult where you will review pertinent health, medical, lifestyle and nutrition history. With this information, a registered holistic nutritionist cultivates a meal plan that works for you. With these resources, your registered holistic nutritionist will check in with you, coach you, and support you as you walk out your nutrition journey.

At Plattsville Natural Health Clinic, Christa Bakker RHN is eager to help you through this nutritional journey. Christa offers customized meal plans to fit your lifestyle or generic meal plans for various concerns such as bone health and brain health.

Fees

Initial Session – 60 minutes – $90 +HST

At the Initial Session, we will review your health, medical, lifestyle, and nutrition history. You will leave with a customized nutrition plan that includes (as appropriate):

· Nutrition education

· Lifestyle recommendations

· Physical activity recommendations

· Specific tasks to focus on until the next session to help you achieve your goals

Follow-up Session – 30 minutes – $45+HST

At the first follow-up session, we will review your 3-day customized meal plan together to help you stay motivated, accountable, and inspired! You will leave each session with more knowledge about food and nutrition, as well as tools to help you see results.

Subsequent follow-up sessions are typically booked every 2 to 4 weeks. We will review your progress, celebrate your successes, and problem-solve with you to overcome challenges. Your nutrition prescription will be modified as needed, and you will receive ongoing education, accountability, and support.

7-day Meal Plans $55+HST

This option doesn’t require a session with Christa. The meal plan will be sent to your email inbox. The 7-day Meal plans include the recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks; a complete grocery list as well as a meal prep plan. Choose from the following:

· Optimal Brain Health Meal Plan

· Bone Health Meal Plan

About Christa Bakker RHN

Christa believes it is important to nourish the whole person and to genuinely and effectively care for ourselves, through the food we eat and the thoughts we think. “When we feel well, we are better able to manage the stressors in our life. And there will always be stressors! Together we can come up with strategy to make healthy eating easy and satisfying.”

Christa graduated from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition in 2019. Originally, she began the program to better understand the health issues she was experiencing. It has turned into a passion to feed her family wholesome foods and educate those around her of the health benefits of nourishing our bodies as well as our minds. Christa loves to spend time in her vegetable gardens and help on their family farm.

For more information on holistic nutrition or to book an appointment with Christa, contact us today!