Dr. Aaron's Blog

Depression or SAD?

October 19, 2017 All, anxiety, Depression, Mental Health, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition by Aaron Van Gaver

This week has been a really crazy week for me; just not one of my best. I have been feeling low energy, low mood – and I swear, if looks could kill – I would have murdered a handful of … Continue reading →

Staying Active during the Fall Season! – Tips to staying healthy.

October 5, 2017 All, Detox, Naturopathic Medicine by Aaron Van Gaver

Hello everyone — did you miss me? I decided I needed to take a little rest and relaxation over the past few months – but time has arrived for me to get back to blogging. October has arrived, and this … Continue reading →

Omega Fatty Acids (Fish Oils) – And Their Use In Depression

July 17, 2017 All, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Healthy Eating, Mental Health, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, OCD, Personality Disorder, Vitamin Therapy by Aaron Van Gaver

Omega Fatty Acids and Depression Consuming a lot of omega fatty acids can offer a powerful defense against depression. Omega fatty acids can also help improve mood in people who are already suffering from depression. Recently, the effect of omega … Continue reading →

Amino Acids – For Use In Addiction Treatment

July 3, 2017 Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Alcoholism, All, Mental Health, Naturopathic Medicine, Recovery coaching, Vitamin Therapy by Aaron Van Gaver

Amino acid therapy has been used for many years for various diseases. Now specialists are beginning to offer amino acids therapy as a treatment option for alcoholism and drug addiction, thereby obtaining positive results. Neurotransmitters in the brain consist of … Continue reading →

Inositol for Anxiety & Depression Treatment

June 19, 2017 All, anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Healthy Eating, Mental Health, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, OCD, Personality Disorder, Vitamin Therapy by Aaron Van Gaver

Inositol is a nutrient that naturally occurs and is found in several forms, with myo-inositol being the most frequent. Inositol is seen in phospholipids, which work as cellular mediators in regulation of metabolism, and growth. Inositol is seen in large … Continue reading →

N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) : Can it really help with Marijuana Withdrawal Symptoms?

June 5, 2017 Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Alcoholism, All, Depression, Detox, Mental Health, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Vitamin Therapy by Aaron Van Gaver

I am sure you all know someone who smokes a bit of ‘weed’ from time to time.   Or maybe you know someone who uses it for medicinal purposes? Either way, marijuana can become an addiction if it is overused, … Continue reading →

How B Vitamins Can Help With Stress!

May 22, 2017 All, Allergy, Depression, Healthy Eating, Hormones, Inflammation, Mental Health, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, OCD, Vitamin Therapy by Aaron Van Gaver

In today’s world, stress is a common problem facing many people. There are so many things to worry about such as jobs, children, finances, relationships, etc. And the effects of stress on our health can be very disastrous. Illness such … Continue reading →

The Startling Facts About Alcohol Addiction

May 8, 2017 Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Alcoholism, All, Depression, Mental Health, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition by Aaron Van Gaver

It is no secret that millions of people in the US have problems with alcohol addiction.  Unlike illegal substances, alcohol is everywhere.  Just think of your drive home from work.  Likely you saw more than a few billboards and signs … Continue reading →