VIVE Integrative Health Group

VIVE Integrative Health Group We provide root-cause, whole-person care to help you feel better and stay better. Any health concerns can be properly assessed and addressed at our clinic.

Vive Integrative Health Group is a Calgary-based Naturopathic clinic offering Naturopathic Medicine, IV Therapy, Pain Management, Acupuncture, EMSELLA & EXOMIND treatments. Vive Health is a forward thinking Calgary Naturopathic medical clinic with services and programs that fill one simple goal - to help you get better and stay better! Started in 2010 by Naturopathic Doctors Patti Yik and Colin Ra

ce, the clinic has now grown to 6 Naturopathic Doctors offering an array of services and treatments. Each treatment plan is individualized to improve your health. We invite you to browse our website www.vivehealth.ca to learn more about how we can help you, and look forward to meeting you to introduce you to a new kind of health care experience. Naturopathic Doctors:
- Dr. Patti Yik
- Dr. Colin Race
- Dr. Kate Hadfield
- Dr. Tim Warwick
- Dr. Jennifer Yee
- Dr. Iris Clarin

TCM Doctor & Acupuncturist:
- Dr. Lexi Streu

www.vivehealth.ca

IBS Awareness Month 🍃Do you find yourself declining plans because you’re worried your stomach will act up? Or dreading a...
04/24/2026

IBS Awareness Month 🍃

Do you find yourself declining plans because you’re worried your stomach will act up? Or dreading an upcoming trip because eating out hasn’t gone well in the past? 💭

You’re not alone. Dr. Shelby Garn explains:

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common functional gastrointestinal disorder with a wide range of symptoms: abdominal pain, bloating, urgency, and changes in bowel habits (diarrhea, constipation, or both) despite no identifiable structural disease. 🧬

IBS is typically categorized into subtypes:

▫️ IBS-D (diarrhea predominant)
▫️ IBS-C (constipation predominant)
▫️ Mixed type

It’s also considered a diagnosis of exclusion, meaning other potential causes have been ruled out. IBS often involves a combination of factors, such as:

✨ Altered gut motility
✨ Microbial imbalances (dysbiosis)
✨ Digestive enzyme insufficiency
✨ Immune system imbalances in the gut
✨ Disruptions in the gut-brain connection

Common triggers can include stress, food sensitivities, hormonal shifts, and past infections. The good news? There are many ways to support your gut. Management is highly individualized and may include targeted nutrition strategies, stress support, and foundational therapies tailored to your specific symptoms and subtype. 🩺

If digestive concerns are impacting your daily life, we’re here to support you:

💻 www.vivehealth.ca
📞 403-984-3538
📧 contact@vivehealth.ca

04/23/2026

Postpartum Depression & Exomind 🍃

Postpartum can feel heavy…even when it “should” feel joyful. 🤍

If you’re navigating postpartum depression, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm, you’re not alone…and you don’t have to push through it unsupported. 🙏

At Vive Health, we’re proud to offer EXOMIND Therapy, a Health Canada-approved, non-invasive, drug-free treatment designed to support mental wellness at the source. 🧠

By gently stimulating key areas of the brain involved in mood and emotional regulation, EXOMIND may help:

✨ Improve mood and emotional balance
✨ Reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety
✨ Support resilience during major life transitions—like postpartum

This is care that meets you where you’re at. Connect with one of our NDs to learn if EXOMIND is right for you:

💻 www.vivehealth.ca
📞 403-984-3538
📧 contact@vivehealth.ca

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You’re Invited 🍃Something new (and exciting) is here…and you’re invited to experience it first ✨We’re officially launchi...
04/16/2026

You’re Invited 🍃

Something new (and exciting) is here…and you’re invited to experience it first ✨

We’re officially launching ExoMind + Emsella at Vive, and you’re invited to our in-person Launch Event.

🗓 May 1 | 4–6 PM📍 Vive Integrative Health Group: 4720 Bowness Rd NW, Calgary

✔️ ExoMind is a non-invasive treatment that uses gentle magnetic pulses to support mood, focus, and mental clarity.
✔️ Emsella is a fully clothed treatment that strengthens the pelvic floor using advanced electromagnetic technology… helping with bladder control, core strength, and postpartum recovery.

Come meet the team, explore the technology, and see how we’re supporting brain, pelvic, and whole-body wellness in a whole new way.

✨ Event-only specials
✨ Snacks & refreshments
✨ First access to our newest technology

Spots are limited, we’d love to see you there!

Reserve your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vive-health-exomind-emsella-launch-event-tickets-1986844304800?aff=oddtdtcreator

💻 www.vivehealth.ca
📞 403-984-3538
📧 contact@vivehealth.ca

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month 🍃Parkinson’s disease is a complex neurological condition that affects movement and ...
04/13/2026

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month 🍃

Parkinson’s disease is a complex neurological condition that affects movement and can also impact cognitive function over time. At Vive Integrative Health Group, we’re continuing to explore the growing research around why this condition develops and how we can better support those living with it. 🧠

Emerging evidence suggests Parkinson’s may be influenced by multiple underlying factors, including:

✔️ Gut health and the digestive microbiome (such as SIBO and “leaky gut”)
✔️ Mitochondrial dysfunction and reduced cellular energy production
✔️ Environmental toxins and chemical exposures
✔️ Stealth infections that may impact neurological and immune function

Our focus is on supporting resilience from the inside out: nourishing the nervous system, optimizing mitochondrial function, and exploring underlying drivers that may be contributing to imbalance. 🙏

To learn more about this integrative approach to Parkinson’s disease, read our full blog: https://vivehealth.ca/parkinsons-disease-calgary-naturopath/

💻 www.vivehealth.ca
📞 403-984-3538
📧 contact@vivehealth.ca

From Fertility to Pregnancy: Now What? 🍃That long-awaited positive test is just the beginning of a new chapter. While so...
04/08/2026

From Fertility to Pregnancy: Now What? 🍃

That long-awaited positive test is just the beginning of a new chapter. While so much focus goes into getting pregnant, what comes next, supporting your body through pregnancy and preparing for postpartum, is just as important. ✨

In her latest blog, Dr. Patti Yik shares how to thoughtfully transition into this next phase with confidence and care. From nourishing your body with key nutrients, to staying active, managing stress, and preparing for postpartum support…it’s all about creating a strong, sustainable foundation for both you and your baby. Your health doesn’t stop at conception, it evolves. 🙌

If you’re newly pregnant (or planning ahead), this is a must-read resource to help you feel informed, supported, and empowered every step of the way. 🙏

Read Dr. Patti’s full blog here: https://vivehealth.ca/from-fertility-to-pregnancy-preparing-your-body-for-a-healthy-journey/

💻 www.vivehealth.ca
📞 403-984-3538
📧 contact@vivehealth.ca

HypnoBirthing® Series with Dr. Charmagne Sia Lu 🍃A calm, confident birth experience is something you can prepare for (an...
04/06/2026

HypnoBirthing® Series with Dr. Charmagne Sia Lu 🍃

A calm, confident birth experience is something you can prepare for (and practice) before labour even begins 🙏

The HypnoBirthing® Series with Dr. Charmagne Sia Lu offers a gentle, grounded approach to birth preparation that focuses on education, relaxation, and nervous system support. By learning how to work with your body rather than against fear and tension, you can create space for a more empowered and connected birth experience ✨

This 5-week in-person series is designed for couples who want to feel prepared together, not just informed, but truly connected as a team going into labour and delivery. 🤰

📅 Saturdays at Vive Health
🕒 2:30–5:00 PM
April 11, 18, 25
May 2, 9

Each registration includes:

• HypnoBirthing® Book by Marie Mongan
• Rainbow Relaxations audio recordings
• Positive affirmations audio
• Weekly guided teaching sessions + practical tools for labour

Investment: $500 per couple (group setting, max 5 couples)
Private sessions are also available 📩

If you’re feeling called to a calmer and more confident birth journey, we invite you to reserve your spot. To register or learn more, contact Dr. Charmagne: drsialu@newhealthjourney.com

💻 www.vivehealth.ca
📞 403-984-3538
📧 contact@vivehealth.ca

Happy Easter from Vive Integrative Health Group! 🍃Wishing you a beautiful weekend filled with renewal, connection, and a...
04/05/2026

Happy Easter from Vive Integrative Health Group! 🍃

Wishing you a beautiful weekend filled with renewal, connection, and a little something sweet. Whether you're gathering with loved ones or enjoying a quiet moment of rest, this season is a gentle reminder of new beginnings and nourishment…inside and out. 🐰

To celebrate, Dr. Patti and Dr. Colin are sharing one of their favourite Easter treats…with a wholesome twist: Gluten-Free Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins 🍫🍌

Ingredients:

– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2/3 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs, room temp, lightly beaten
– 3 bananas, very ripe, coarsely mashed
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour blend
– 1 tsp baking soda
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (divided)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 12-count muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add eggs and mix.
3. Add mashed bananas and vanilla, mixing until blended.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Add to wet ingredients and mix until incorporated.
5. Fold in 3/4 cup chocolate chips. Divide batter evenly and sprinkle remaining chips on top.
6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Cool and enjoy!

Makes 12 large muffins! 🧑‍🍳

Easter Tip: Add a festive touch by topping your muffins with pastel sprinkles or serving them with a light honey butter for a spring-inspired treat! 🌸

Check out our blog for the full recipe: https://vivehealth.ca/gluten-free-banana-chocolate-chip-muffins-recipe/

💻 www.vivehealth.ca
📞 403-984-3538
📧 contact@vivehealth.ca

Today is World Autism Awareness Day 🍃Dr. Jennifer Yee is sharing insight into autism to help foster greater understandin...
04/02/2026

Today is World Autism Awareness Day 🍃

Dr. Jennifer Yee is sharing insight into autism to help foster greater understanding, compassion, and support for individuals and families in our community. 🧩

Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition, not a disease, and exists on a spectrum. Every individual’s experience is unique, but many may navigate differences in communication, social interaction, sensory processing, and behavioural patterns.

✨ Early awareness matters: Parents and caregivers are often the first to notice signs such as speech delays, reduced eye contact, or challenges with social engagement. It’s also important to recognize that cultural differences and environments can influence how these signs appear.

🩺 Diagnosis & support: In Canada, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is diagnosed using DSM-V criteria, often with a collaborative healthcare team. Early diagnosis can open the door to meaningful support.

🙏 A whole-person approach to care: From a Naturopathic perspective, support focuses on improving quality of life by addressing common co-existing concerns. Care is always individualized, meeting each person where they are, and supporting their unique needs and goals.

At Vive Integrative Health Group, we believe in supporting the whole person, and their support system too. Read Dr. Jennifer Yee’s full blog to learn more about signs, diagnosis, and how we can support individuals on the autism spectrum: https://vivehealth.ca/autism-calgary-naturopath/

💻 www.vivehealth.ca
📞 403-984-3538
📧 contact@vivehealth.ca

Colorectal Cancer Awareness 🍃Colorectal cancer is no longer just a concern for older adults. Dr. Colin Race shares that ...
04/01/2026

Colorectal Cancer Awareness 🍃

Colorectal cancer is no longer just a concern for older adults. Dr. Colin Race shares that diagnoses in individuals under 50 are increasing. Many contributing factors trace back to the gut microbiome, reinforcing just how essential it is to care for our digestive system. ✨

At Vive Integrative Health Group, we’re here to support you at every stage…from prevention and education to walking alongside patients navigating a cancer diagnosis with compassionate, integrative care. 🙏

Connect with our team:

💻 www.vivehealth.ca
📞 403-984-3538
📧 contact@vivehealth.ca

It’s Liver Health Month 🍃Feeling more fatigued than usual, noticing digestive discomfort, or experiencing unexplained sk...
03/28/2026

It’s Liver Health Month 🍃

Feeling more fatigued than usual, noticing digestive discomfort, or experiencing unexplained skin changes? Your liver might be asking for a little extra support. 🙏

Dr. Shelby Garn shares why this powerful (and often overlooked) organ deserves your attention. Even if you don’t drink alcohol, your liver is working hard every day to process the thousands of environmental toxins we’re exposed to…from food and water to air and personal care products.

The good news? Your liver responds incredibly well to simple, consistent lifestyle habits:

✨ Nourish with leafy greens, cruciferous veggies, berries & healthy fats
✨ Stay hydrated and keep things moving (daily movement matters!)
✨ Prioritize restful sleep to support overnight detoxification
✨ Reduce processed foods, refined sugars & alcohol
✨ Support stress management with mindfulness practices

And don’t forget, eggs are a liver-loving superfood, rich in choline to support detox and fat metabolism 🥚

Supporting your liver isn’t about extreme cleanses. It’s about sustainable, everyday choices that help your body do what it’s designed to do! Read Dr. Shelby’s full blog to learn more: https://vivehealth.ca/liver-health/

Curious how to support your liver in a way that’s right for you? Book in with one of our naturopathic doctors to learn more:

💻 www.vivehealth.ca
📞 403-984-3538
📧 contact@vivehealth.ca

03/24/2026

HypnoBirthing® Series with Dr. Charmagne Sia Lu 🍃

Prepare for a calm, confident, and empowering birth experience! 🙏

HypnoBirthing® combines mind-body techniques, guided relaxation, and education to help you break the fear–tension–pain cycle and support your body’s natural ability to birth with ease. When you feel safe and relaxed, your body can do what it was designed to do 💫

This 5-week in-person series is designed for couples and focuses on building connection, confidence, and practical tools for labour and delivery, together. 🤰

📅 Saturdays at Vive Health
🕒 2:30–5:00 PM
April 11, 18, 25
May 2, 9

What’s included:

• HypnoBirthing® Book by Marie Mongan
• Rainbow Relaxations audio
• Positive affirmations audio
• Weekly guided sessions + practical tools

Investment: Group: $500/couple (max 5 couples). Private classes available. 📩

Spots are limited, reserve your spot today! Email Dr. Charmagne: drsialu@newhealthjourney.com

💻 www.vivehealth.ca
📞 403-984-3538
📧 contact@vivehealth.ca

World Down Syndrome Day 🍃Today, we are proudly wearing mismatched socks, because this day holds a very special place in ...
03/22/2026

World Down Syndrome Day 🍃

Today, we are proudly wearing mismatched socks, because this day holds a very special place in our hearts. World Down Syndrome Day is a celebration of the beautiful lives, unique perspectives, and meaningful contributions of individuals with Down syndrome. The date (3/21) represents the tripling of the 21st chromosome, an extra chromosome that makes the world a more vibrant and special place. 🙏

Mismatched socks carry a powerful message. Their shape resembles chromosomes, and wearing them is a fun, visible way to spark conversations around inclusion, acceptance, and celebrating differences. 🧦

Today and every day, we honour and support a world where every individual is valued, included, and given the opportunity to thrive. 💙

💻 www.vivehealth.ca
📞 403-984-3538
📧 contact@vivehealth.ca

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4720 Bowness Road NW
Calgary, AB
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Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 2pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

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Vive Health is a forward thinking Calgary Naturopathic medical clinic with services and programs that fill one simple goal – to help you get better and stay better!

Started in 2010 by Naturopathic Doctors Patti Yik and Colin Race, the clinic has now grown to six Naturopathic Doctors offering an array of services and treatments. Any health concerns can be properly assessed and addressed at our clinic. Each treatment plan is individualized to improve your health.

We invite you to browse our website www.vivehealth.ca to learn more about how we can help you, and look forward to meeting you to introduce you to a new kind of health care experience.