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Women's Hormones: Why I Look Deeper Than Hormone Testing

Women's Hormones: Why I Look Deeper Than Hormone Testing

A naturopathic doctor's approach to hormone testing in perimenopause, including blood sugar, thyroid antibodies, and iron panels standard testing often misses. ...more

Perimenopause & Menopause

September 17, 2026•4 min read

Normal Bloodwork, Low Energy, and Early Perimenopause

Normal Bloodwork, Low Energy, and Early Perimenopause

Why perimenopause symptoms can start in your late 30s, why normal bloodwork doesn't mean nothing's wrong, and what a naturopathic doctor looks for instead. ...more

Perimenopause & Menopause

September 17, 2026•5 min read

Finding Home in Etobicoke

Finding Home in Etobicoke

Dr. Kirsten Vandenheuvel, naturopathic doctor in Etobicoke, on finding community in Mimico and why this neighbourhood became home. ...more

My Story

September 17, 2026•2 min read

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