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.
For many people, fall is a favorite season—crisp air, cozy sweaters, colorful leaves, and warm comfort foods. Yet, alongside the beauty, it’s also common to notice a dip in mood, energy, or motivation. Some call it “seasonal blues,” while others experience more significant shifts in sleep, focus, and appetite. If this sounds familiar, you’re not… Continue reading Why Your Mood Shifts in Fall (and How to Stay Balanced)
Why is it that some people breeze through fall and winter with only the occasional sniffle, while others seem to catch every cold, flu, or seasonal bug? The answer often lies in a surprising place: the gut. The Gut–Immune Connection About 70% of the immune system is housed in the digestive tract. This isn’t just… Continue reading How Your Gut Shapes Your Immune Strength This Fall
As the air turns crisp and the days grow shorter, our bodies naturally shift into a new rhythm. Fall is a season of transition—inviting us to slow down, nourish more deeply, and prepare for the colder months ahead. It’s also the time when colds, flus, and flare-ups of chronic symptoms often reappear. Supporting your immune… Continue reading Strengthening Immunity with the Rhythm of Fall
A Naturopathic Approach for Ottawa Valley Families As a parent, watching your child struggle with chronic eczema can be heartbreaking—especially when you’ve tried every cream, diet, and supplement with little relief. If you’re searching for a gentle solution that addresses the root cause, you may want to consider Low Dose Immunotherapy (LDI). What is Low… Continue reading Can Low Dose Immunotherapy Help Your Child’s Eczema?
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
