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<p>Dr. Gillian Flower is a naturopathic doctor at the Ottawa Integrative Cancer Centre and counsels her patients in the judicious use of natural supplements.</p>

Did you know that diabetes can cause sexual dysfunction? Do you know what insulin resistance is? Have you heard about islet&#x2d;cell transplantation? Learn how to prevent the serious complications of diabetes and how to stop diabetes before it starts.

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Natural is the way. We bring you credible approaches to preventative health, holistic treatments, and supportive supplements.

Health

As we emerge from the shadow of COVID&#x2d;19, what can parents do to support their kids’ (and their own) immune systems? Foundational strategies for immune health alongside tried&#x2d;and&#x2d;true symptom soothers are the key to surviving virus season.

Children's Health

Strengthen your defences. We arm you with tools to protect yourself, your family, and your community. 

Immunity

The internet is our go&#x2d;to reference for everything from recipes to medical information. Use these tools to bring a critical eye to your online reading, while deepening your understanding of the immune system and immune support options.

immune health

Our microbiome has a central role in digestion, but the metabolites it produces may influence the function of our entire body. What role does our gut play in our neurological and cardiovascular health? How can we support our flora and our overall health?

Cardiovascular Disease

Cancer

Life is about balance. We provide you with strategies for a lifelong commitment to strength and well-being in all areas of your life. 

Lifestyle

Refined carbohydrates, sugar, and insulin resistance are emerging as key factors in cardiovascular disease. Learn how high insulin levels damage your heart and circulatory system and what you can do to protect yourself from these effects.

Turns out there’s a lot about heart health that’s a little surprising, but also very promising.

Saturated Fats

Think you’ve got heart health all figured out? You might not know as much as you believe. Check your heart IQ by tackling these heart health myths ... and see if you can separate fact from fiction.

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Heart Health

Looking for the best gift for yourself this year? Turn to natural immune support strategies to preserve your well-being all winter long.

Gillian Flower, ND

58 POSTS AUTHORED BY GILLIAN FLOWER, ND

Sugar Sabotage

Viral Survival

Informed Immunity

The Tiny World Within

Cancer and Immunity

Birth of the Biome

Being A Helpful Helper

Insulin Resistance & Cardiovascular Disease

The Truth About Heart Health

Naturopathic Medicine Meets Oncology

Dispelling Heart Health Myths with Cold, Hard Facts

DI4Y Immune Support