Naturopathy
Dr. Andrea Hornyak, B.A., N.D.
Monday & Tuesday 12-7pm; Thursday 9:30am-4:30pm
Dr. Hornyak completed her pre-medical studies at Wilfrid Laurier University, where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology. She further pursued her passion for helping others and was accepted to the 4-year, full-time medical program at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, Ontario. It was from here that she graduated with Honours as a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND). Dr. Hornyak is focused on assisting her patients to achieve optimal health by addressing the underlying cause of disease and assessing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of health. Through developing an individualized treatment plan, her goal is to educate patients so they become an active participant in their own health care. She enjoys being part of the healing process by providing support and encouragement in order to stimulate and clear blockages of the vital force . Dr. Hornyak is a member of the Alumni Association of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors, the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors, and is registered and licensed with the Board of Directors of Drugless Therapy - Naturopathy. Dr. Hornyak has special interest in the following areas:
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Headaches & Migraines
Skin Conditions (Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis)
Food Sensitivities and Digestion Problems (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Stress Management (Anxiety, Insomnia, Fatigue)
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Women's Health (Infertility, PMS, Menopause, Irregular Menstruation, Fibrocystic Breasts)
Fluent in both English and Hungarian, Dr. Hornyak brings her passion for optimal health, expertise in Naturopathic medicine, and compassion for people to her work at Vital Force Naturopathic Health Centre.
Plant based medicine including teas, tinctures, capsules and creams to support and heal the body. For more information, visit: http://www.herbological.com/whatisherbalmed.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Botanical_medicine
http://ferlowbotanicals.com
Medicine used for over 200 years derived from very small doses of the preparation of plants, animals, and minerals. Homeopathy can stimulate self-healing on the physical and emotional level. Before prescribing a remedy, there is an extensive intake which enables the doctor to choose the best remedy for each patient, based on specific symptoms in order to re-establish health.
For more information, visit:
http://www.homeopathy.edu/abouthom.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homeopathy
Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture
TCM Diagnosis, Acupuncture, Cupping, Chinese herbal medicine and nutrition are used to rebalance the vital energy (Qi) in our bodies.
For more information, visit:
http://www.holistic-online.com/Acupuncture/acp_home.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acupuncture
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinese_medicine
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cupping
The therapeutic use of food and nutraceuticals to treat as well as prevent illness. Dietary consultation, including nutritional intake, evaluation of nutritional deficiencies, and detoxification.
Natural and energetic medicine to stimulate self-healing on the physical and emotional levels, by supporting the innate healing power of the body, as well as aiding the elimination of toxins at a cellular level.
The therapeutic use of differing temperatures of water to stimulate the lymphatic and vascular systems, in order to activate detoxification processes, restore energy and increase immunity. For more information, visit:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydrotherapy
Mental and emotional aspects of health are addressed in order to heal the body. Recognizing how our internal and external environments impact our health and its role in disease prevention. Education as an integral tool to empower individuals in their goal of optimal health.
Administration and analysis of diagnostic tests of blood, urine, saliva, stool, and hair. Blood tests include complete blood count, glucose, cholesterol, immunologic, as well as liver, iron and hormone panels. Urine testing for bacteria, blood, glucose, protein, and kidney function. Saliva tests include hormone, pH, food & environmental sensitivity. Stool tests include occult blood and parasites. Hair tests include heavy metal toxicity. Services are provided by Gamma-Dynacare. Vitamin B12 and folic acid injections are also available. OHIP does not cover laboratory services requested by Naturopathic Doctors, thus a fee applies based on each test.
Food Sensitivities
It is common for people to have an altered response to something in the air, a specific food, or even certain smells. This is an automatic response by the immune system, intended for your body to alert you to an unpleasant invader, usually referred to as a sensitivity or intolerance. These sensitivities can manifest as Gastrointestinal complaints (stomach ache, cramps, bloating, constipation, diarrhea), Headaches, Skin rashes (eczema, acne), Asthma, Sinusitis, Depression and Anxiety, ADD, Insomnia, Joint and Muscle pain, and Difficulty Losing Weight. Through an in-depth diet examination as well as specified blood and saliva testing, hidden sensitivities can be uncovered.
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