Dr. Nicole Panethere, ND

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Dr. Nicole Panethere, ND

Naturopathic doctor | Women's Health | Digestive Support | (Peri)Menopause Care Dr. Panethere is a Naturopathic Doctor practicing at Durham Massage in Whitby.

She provides individualized treatment plans using a variety of modalities, including acupuncture, botanical medicine, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, diet and lifestyle counselling and supplementation. She treats many common health conditions and has a particular interest in pain management, digestive health, weight loss and prevention and treatment of chronic disease.

12/30/2025

Herbs, adaptogens, and essential oils can offer powerful support but they're not risk-free just because they come from nature.

Natural substances can still impact your hormones, nervous system, liver enzymes, or medications. And not all herbs are safe for long-term use, especially without clear guidance.

Things to consider with herbal supplements:
They can interact with medications
Some affect hormone levels or blood pressure
Doses and timing matter (especially long-term)
Quality and sourcing vary widely

Plants are medicine and like all medicine, they work best when used with care and clarity.

12/29/2025

Feeling heavy, puffy, or mentally drained by mid-afternoon? You don't always need a nap or a latte, this simple and restorative posture helps:

Improve lymphatic drainage
Support venous return to the heart
Calm the nervous system
Enhance digestion via vagus nerve activation
Relieve lower body swelling (ideal after long periods of sitting or standing)

How to do it:
Lie on your back with your legs resting vertically against a wall
Let your arms fall to your sides, palms up
Breathe deeply for 5-10 minutes
Bonus: Place a pillow under your hips to enhance lymphatic flow

12/28/2025

Still dealing with bloating, despite a clean diet and probiotics? The missing link could be your bile acids.

Bile plays a crucial role not just in fat digestion, but also in maintaining the right pH balance in your small intestine, an environment where beneficial bacteria can thrive and harmful ones can't. When bile flow is sluggish (due to poor gallbladder function, liver stagnation, or certain medications), it can lead to dysbiosis, overgrowths like SIBO, constipation, and nutrient malabsorption.

Most gut healing protocols focus on microbiome support, but if bile acids are out of balance, progress stalls. That's why we assess bile flow and gallbladder function as part of any comprehensive gut plan.

12/27/2025

If you've tried:
cutting carbs
eating "clean"
more cardio
new supplements
random TikTok hacks
guessing about your hormones
..and you STILL feel tired, bloated, inflamed, moody, or overweight...

It's not because you're doing it wrong. It's because you're doing it blind.

Your symptoms are signals, but without real data, they all sound the same. When you stop chasing symptoms and start understanding why your body is struggling, that's when things finally shift. If you're ready for a deeper dive into your metabolism, hormones, and gut, book a consultation and let's get you some answers.

12/26/2025

If these symptoms show up daily, they're not just part of life... they're early indicators of system imbalance:

Waking up groggy, even after 7-8 hours: often a sign your cortisol rhythm is flipped or your sleep isn't truly restorative.
Afternoon energy crashes: commonly tied to blood sugar instability or sluggish adrenal output.
Bloating after meals (or all day): can point to low stomach acid, poor bile flow, or microbial imbalance.
Brain fog that lifts with caffeine: suggests your body is relying on stimulants because your natural energy production is lagging.
Irritability between meals: a classic sign of glucose dips or poor metabolic flexibility.
Cold hands and feet: often connected to low circulation, thyroid sluggishness, or chronic stress.

These symptoms aren't random. They often point to dysregulated cortisol, blood sugar imbalances, sluggish detox pathways, or nutrient deficiencies.

Have you noticed any of these signs? Send me a message and let's chat!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas! Here's to warmth, wellness, and the quiet magic of the season.

12/24/2025

We all have that one food...

You enjoy it in the moment... but afterward? Bloating, fatigue, brain fog, or that subtle "off" feeling.

What's yours? Drop it in the comments and let's compare notes.

12/23/2025

If your digestion feels off, bloating, irregularity, discomfort, your gut may be asking for some TLC. And healing often starts on your plate.

Here's a simple gut-friendly plate framework you can use daily:

1. Colourful veggies (1/2 your plate) - think leafy greens, cooked carrots, squash, or sauerkraut for gentle fiber + phytonutrients.
2. Quality protein (1/4 plate) - wild-caught fish, pasture-raised chicken, lentils, or eggs, essential for gut lining repair.
3. Healthy fats (1-2 tbsp) - avocado, olive oil, nuts/seeds, or coconut to reduce inflammation and support nutrient absorption.
4. Easy-to-digest starch (if tolerated) - sweet potato, squash, or white rice which gives energy without overloading the system.
Bonus: Add gut-loving extras. Fermented foods, bone broth, ginger, or fresh herbs that support for digestion and microbiome diversity.

This isn't about perfection, it's about consistency and giving your gut what it needs to thrive.

12/22/2025

Citrus for vitamin C, ginger for digestion, cinnamon for blood sugar balance - all topped with a little sparkle. This Holiday Spiced Citrus Ginger Fizz Mocktail is a must try this season!

Ingredients:

1/2 cup unsweetened cranberry juice
Juice of 1/2 an orange
1-2 tsp fresh grated ginger
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Sparkling mineral water
Ice
Optional: fresh rosemary sprig or orange peel for garnish

Instructions:

In a shaker or jar, combine cranberry juice, orange juice, ginger, and cinnamon. Shake or stir well.
Fill a glass with ice.
Pour the mixture over ice, then top with sparkling water.
Garnish with a rosemary sprig or twist of orange peel for a festive touch.

12/21/2025

If your PMS has gotten worse over the past few years, you're not imagining it, and no, it's not just "aging."

Around your mid-to-late 30s, progesterone begins to decline faster than estrogen, creating a relative imbalance. Symptoms like irritability, breast tenderness, bloating, mood swings, and insomnia become more pronounced, especially in the second half of your cycle.

The good news? There's so much we can do with nutrition, targeted herbs, and stress regulation to restore that balance before menopause hits.

Have you noticed this shift in your cycle? Let's talk!

12/20/2025

As the pace slows after the holidays, it's natural for motivation and mood to shift. These 5 habits can help restore balance to your brain chemistry and lift your energy from the inside out:

Get morning sunlight - It boosts serotonin and resets your body clock.
Eat protein and colourful veggies - Your brain needs the right building blocks for happy neurotransmitters.
Move your body daily - Exercise naturally raises dopamine and serotonin.
Support your gut - It makes most of your serotonin! Think fermented foods + fibre.
Rest - Sleep and stillness are how your brain resets and rebalances.

12/19/2025

If you feel mentally fuzzy, forgetful, or like you're running on low power, your body is trying to tell you something. Brain fog is one of the most common complaints I hear, but it's rarely just about stress.

Here are 5 often-overlooked causes:
- Blood sugar imbalances - Even subtle spikes and crashes throughout the day can leave your brain feeling drained. When glucose rises too fast you might feel temporarily alert... followed by a sharp dip in focus and energy. Stable blood sugar helps your brain stay sharp and steady.
- B12 & omega-3 deficiencies - These nutrients are essential for memory, cognition, and neurotransmitter function. Low levels can result in brain fog, low mood, and even anxiety. They're especially important if you're plant-based or have gut issues that impair absorption.
- Gut inflammation - When your gut is inflamed or the microbiome is imbalanced, it can trigger systemic inflammation. This is why so many people notice their focus worsen with bloating, food sensitivities, or IBS-like symptoms. Healing the gut often clears the mental fog.
- Shallow breathing - Constant low-grade stress leads to shallow, chest-based breathing which reduces oxygen flow to your brain. Less oxygen = less energy, slower thinking, and a foggy, disconnected feeling. Deep, diaphragmatic breathing improves clarity almost immediately.
- Poor sleep - You can get 8 hours of sleep and still wake up foggy if your sleep quality is off. Without enough time in deep and REM stages, your brain doesn't get the chance to detox, regulate hormones, or consolidate memories. Sleep issues tied to cortisol, blood sugar, or nervous system dysregulation are all worth investigating.

Remember: Brain fog isn't random, it's a sign your body is out of sync. When you start recognizing the patterns, you can stop guessing and start supporting your system.

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Whitby, ON
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I’m a Naturopathic Doctor that combines my love of people, my love of medicine and my desire to change the world all into my practice in Whitby, ON. I love treating patients looking for natural pain relief using my 3-Step system that looks at the body in its entirety and ensuring we both eliminate the pain, heal the parts of your system that may be inflamed and set you on a course to healing and long term sustainable results! My individualized treatment plans use a variety of modalities, including acupuncture, botanical medicine, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, diet and lifestyle counselling and supplementation. I treat many common health conditions and have a particular interest in pain management, digestive health, weight loss and prevention and treatment of chronic disease.

You can life the healthy life you want, with a little help! Let’s chat about how I can help you back on the road to a balanced, pain free life so you can focus on living YOUR best life!