Welcome! I'm Dr. Frances Pierantoni, ND, a Naturopathic Doctor with a focus on chronic illness, metabolic health, and root-cause healing. In this blog, I share science-backed insights, holistic health strategies, and practical wellness tips to help you feel your best. May these posts inspire and empower you to take control of your health and live with vitality.
Imagine going about your life, managing your health as best you can, when suddenly everything changes. Your body, once predictable, starts acting like a stranger. Your periods, once manageable, become a monthly nightmare—so heavy that no pad, no precaution, could stop the relentless bleeding. Stained clothes, ruined sheets, avoiding sitting for too long in one… Continue reading Breaking Free from Debilitating Periods: A Case Study in Healing After COVID Vaccine-Induced Changes
Diabetes is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, including over 3 million Canadians. Managing diabetes effectively is crucial for maintaining good health and preventing complications. Here’s a straightforward guide to understanding and managing diabetes. Key Factors Contributing to Diabetes Genetics: Family history of diabetes increases your risk. Obesity: Extra body fat, especially around… Continue reading A Simple Guide to Managing Diabetes
An elusive and often misdiagnosed condition Lyme disease, caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, is transmitted through the bite of infected ticks and other blood-feeding insects, such as black flies and mosquitoes. It's a well-known illness, but its symptoms can be elusive and easily mistaken for other conditions such as fibromyalgia, ALS, arthritis, autism, ADHD,… Continue reading Could you have Lyme Disease and not know it?
Welcome to the world of naturopathic medicine, where we prioritize holistic well-being by focusing on the interplay of mind, body, and spirit. In this handout, we will explore the four essential pillars of health from a naturopathic perspective: Nutrition and Hydration, Mental Health and Stress Management, Sleep, and Physical Activity and Exercise. Pillar 1: Nutrition… Continue reading Holistic Health: The 4 Pillars of Wellness – A Naturopathic Perspective
An estimated 2 million Ontario residents now see a naturopathic doctorTORONTO August 2011 According to the survey, women are both more likely to be familiar with naturopathic medicine (49% versus 36%) and more likely to have a positive impression of it (77% versus 66%) as compared to men. Of interest, the Ontario Ministry of Finance… Continue reading Survey Finds Ontario Patients Say Naturopathic Medicine Reduces Use of Prescription Medications and
