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Digital Pulse Wave Analyzer (DPA)

Cardiovascular Disease is the Number One Killer of Men and Women in North America

Do you have a friend or a loved one who has died because of cardiovascular disease?  In office testing such as the digital pulse wave analyzer (DPA) is a tool which helps patients at Hunt Naturopathic Clinic to reduce cardiovascular disease through early detection and prevention. 

The DPA measures a pulse wave form is produced by the beating of the heart displayed on a monitor. As the patient rests comfortably, an arterial pulse sensor is placed on the finger.

The digital pulse analyzer DPA measures the elasticity of small and large arteries and provides information of arterial aging. The data captured by the DPA during a test is analyzed and reported in just minutes to provide a clear, concise evaluation tool for health care professionals The DPA is an assessment to monitor effectiveness of treatment options, lifestyle management and a reduction of cardiovascular risk factors.

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Yeast Problems in Autism, ADHD and ADD

Poor attention is the common denominator among tipsy patrons at a bar, who otherwise may display striking individuality in response to their consumption of yeasty beverages.  There are sad, sleep, happy, hyper, aggressive, hostile, insensitive, friendly, and apologetic drunks all of whom have consumed the same number of drinks.  If tested, all would show poor gross and fine motor skills, as well as attention deficit.  This analogy sparks instant recognition in parents of children who display various aspect of a state of intoxication, not with alcohol, but with other microorganisms such as candida or yeast of the brewing process that is taking place in their gut flora.

In a recent study, “gastrointestinal symptoms (assessed by the 6-GSI) were strongly correlated with the severity of autism. Click here to read the abstract.”

Other current reports suggest that “Candida, particularly Candida albicans, growth in intestines may cause lower absorption of carbohydrates and minerals and higher toxin levels which are thought to contribute autistic behaviors”

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Pain

Therapies that decrease inflammation and pain include spinal manipulation, acupuncture, compounded prescriptive analgesic creams and nutritional supplements. It is also important to consider gastrointestinal health as there is a connection between the gut and inflammation.

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Candida

Chronic exposure to Candida, especially when the yeast has colonized directly on or has become invasive into the mucosa tissues, can result in the elevation of antibodies in the blood. This anti-candida antibody and antigen evaluation is a screening test for candida Infection.

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Comprehensive Parasitology

The Comprehensive Parasitology profile is an important tool for identifying imbalances in intestinal microflora, bacteriology, parasites, and candida.

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Salivary testing

Salivary testing is crucial for determining the most effective hormone balancing treatment program. Salivary testing is advantageous over other testing mediums because it allows you to assess your bioavailable hormone levels – what is actually available for use by the body. Because of the complexity of changes to the endocrine system during menopause, hormone testing is imperative to identify proper treatment options.

The Comprehensive Hormone Panel is an excellent starting place for evaluating hormone function. This panel tests both reproductive (sex) hormones as well as adrenal function.

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Cancer

At Hunt Naturopathic Clinic our oncology treatments increase the effectiveness of medical therapies such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiation and reduce their harm. Naturopathic treatments are intended to extend life and improve quality of life between and beyond medical therapies

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