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The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is looking into Vitamin D and H1N1 flu prevention. Also, hot off the press, is a 2009 systematic review of randomized controlled trials that found strong evidence supporting vitamin D as both a treatment and preventive for tuberculosis, influenza, and viral upper respiratory tract illnesses.
We are recommending Vitamin D testing for all patients. If levels are lower than the optimal 60-80 ng/dl, we are recommending supplementation of 5000iu of vitamin D in adults for the duration of the flu season. Keep in mind that it is also important to get 1000-1200mg of Calcium per day (from diet or from a supplement) if taking this higher dose of Vitamin D for a long duration.
Childhood guidelines are similar for patients that have been tested. If a child has not been tested, we are recommending a minimum of 2000iu/ day. For toddlers and infants under two years old, check with your doctor.
Specific Medical Services
Dr. Chapman treats autism and pervasive developmental disorders and also provides comprehensive primary care medicine for the whole family. Our medical services include Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement, Intravenous Micronutrient Therapy (IVMT), Homeopathy, Heavy Metal chelation, Vitamin and Mineral Supplement Therapy, Botanical (Herbal) Medicine, Targeted Amino Acid Therapy, Dietary Counseling, Far Infrared Sauna Therapy.
Call our office to schedule a free 15-minute consult with Dr. Chapman to see if our services can meet your needs.
What is Naturopathic Medicine?
Naturopathic physicians are trained to serve as primary care practitioners who are experts in the prevention, diagnosis, management, and treatment of both acute and chronic health conditions. We treat patients using a combination of nutritional, botanical, pharmaceutical and physical therapies.
Illness does not occur without cause. Symptoms are expressions of the body’s attempt to heal, but they are not the cause of disease. Symptoms should be explored deeply until a true cause is identified. This is where true healing begins.
The ultimate goal of naturopathy is prevention of disease. This is accomplished through education and promotion of habits that create good health. The emphasis is on building health rather than fighting disease.
