As a functional medicine specialist in Ottawa, Kandis Lock, N.D. helps parents improve and maintain the health of their children and reduce the risk of future disease.<\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>There is nothing more terrifying than when your child is unwell and conventional therapies have not been effectual. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 40% of children have at least one chronic health condition, such as asthma, allergies, obesity or diabetes. If these conditions aren\u2019t addressed early, they may continue into adulthood and impact overall quality of life.<\/p>\n
By taking a holistic approach and identifying the root cause of the condition or disease, functional medicine may relieve uncomfortable symptoms, resolve the underlying issue, and put your child on the path to good health. <\/strong>Kandis Lock, N.D. works with children in Ottawa by assessing every variable of your loved one’s health profile to help you and your family develop a sustainable, achievable plan for your child’s lasting wellness.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>Call (613) 738-4779<\/strong><\/strong> today to schedule a consultation with functional medicine specialist Kandis Lock, N.D. and help your child feel and perform their best.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Childhood Conditions Treated by naturopathic medicine<\/h2>\n
Kandis Lock, N.D. can help address a number of common childhood ailments. These include:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Allergies<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nFood, seasonal and environmental allergies have uncomfortable and sometimes life-threatening symptoms and can lead to more serious conditions and diseases. By addressing the body\u2019s immune response to allergens, functional medicine can provide lasting relief.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Ear Infections<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nChildren are more prone to ear infections than adults because their smaller and straighter Eustachian tubes trap fluid and allow bacteria and viruses to grow. Instead of relying on antibiotics to relieve symptoms, functional medicine aims to prevent the infection in the first place.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Digestive Issues<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nFrom irritable bowel syndrome to recurring stomachaches, digestive issues can be a source of discomfort and distress for children. Functional medicine helps restore digestive health through personalized treatment plans that eliminate the triggers of these concerns.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Obesity<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nApproximately one-third of children in the United States are considered overweight or obese. Functional medicine therapies such as nutritional counseling and supplemental treatments can identify stressors and other causes of weight issues and help children develop healthy eating habits.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Diabetes<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAccording to the American Diabetes Association, 35 percent of American’s under the age of 20 have been found to have diabetes, and these rates continue to increase. A functional medicine approach to treatment addresses the body\u2019s inability to produce or process insulin to minimize symptoms, prevent future complications, and even reverse the condition.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
There is nothing more terrifying than when your child is unwell and conventional therapies have not been effectual. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 40% of children have at least one chronic health condition, such as asthma, allergies, obesity or diabetes. If these conditions aren\u2019t addressed early, they may continue into adulthood and impact overall quality of life.<\/p>\n
By taking a holistic approach and identifying the root cause of the condition or disease, functional medicine may relieve uncomfortable symptoms, resolve the underlying issue, and put your child on the path to good health. <\/strong>Kandis Lock, N.D. works with children in Ottawa by assessing every variable of your loved one’s health profile to help you and your family develop a sustainable, achievable plan for your child’s lasting wellness.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Kandis Lock, N.D. can help address a number of common childhood ailments. These include:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Food, seasonal and environmental allergies have uncomfortable and sometimes life-threatening symptoms and can lead to more serious conditions and diseases. By addressing the body\u2019s immune response to allergens, functional medicine can provide lasting relief.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Children are more prone to ear infections than adults because their smaller and straighter Eustachian tubes trap fluid and allow bacteria and viruses to grow. Instead of relying on antibiotics to relieve symptoms, functional medicine aims to prevent the infection in the first place.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> From irritable bowel syndrome to recurring stomachaches, digestive issues can be a source of discomfort and distress for children. Functional medicine helps restore digestive health through personalized treatment plans that eliminate the triggers of these concerns.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Approximately one-third of children in the United States are considered overweight or obese. Functional medicine therapies such as nutritional counseling and supplemental treatments can identify stressors and other causes of weight issues and help children develop healthy eating habits.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> According to the American Diabetes Association, 35 percent of American’s under the age of 20 have been found to have diabetes, and these rates continue to increase. A functional medicine approach to treatment addresses the body\u2019s inability to produce or process insulin to minimize symptoms, prevent future complications, and even reverse the condition.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>Call (613) 738-4779<\/strong><\/strong> today to schedule a consultation with functional medicine specialist Kandis Lock, N.D. and help your child feel and perform their best.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Childhood Conditions Treated by naturopathic medicine<\/h2>\n
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Allergies<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Ear Infections<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Digestive Issues<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Obesity<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Diabetes<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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