IV therapy, Women's Health, Energy and Fatigue Dr. Brittany Jeffries, ND IV therapy, Women's Health, Energy and Fatigue Dr. Brittany Jeffries, ND

Iron Infusions in Kelowna: Who Might Benefit?

Feeling exhausted, lightheaded, short of breath, or noticing increased hair shedding? Low iron could be one possible explanation.

Iron deficiency is common, particularly in people who menstruate, but it can affect anyone. While oral iron supplements are typically the first treatment considered, they do not work well for everyone. For some people, an iron infusion, also known as intravenous or IV iron, may be an option.

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Women's Health, Hormone Health, Perimenopause and menopause Dr. Brittany Jeffries, ND Women's Health, Hormone Health, Perimenopause and menopause Dr. Brittany Jeffries, ND

Menopause Hormone Therapy: Understanding the Benefits, Risks

If you've started looking into menopause hormone therapy (MHT), you've probably noticed that there are a lot of conflicting opinions online.

Some articles describe it as life-changing. Others still warn that it's dangerous.

So which is true?

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Hormone Health, Women's Health Dr. Brittany Jeffries, ND Hormone Health, Women's Health Dr. Brittany Jeffries, ND

Why Your Morning Coffee is Sabotaging Your 3:00 PM Focus

We’ve all been there. It’s 3:00 PM, and the "Brain Fog" has officially moved in. Your focus is shot, your patience is thin, and you’re eyeing the pantry for something salty or sweet.

You probably think you just need another cup of coffee. But the truth? Your first cup of coffee—the one you drank three minutes after waking up—is the reason you’re crashing now.

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Women's Health, Hormone Health Dr. Brittany Jeffries, ND Women's Health, Hormone Health Dr. Brittany Jeffries, ND

How to choose the best form of birth control for you

Choosing the right birth control is a deeply personal decision, and one that can impact your hormones, energy, cycle, skin, and overall well-being. Whether you're preventing pregnancy, managing hormone-related symptoms, or just wanting to better understand your cycle, there’s a method of contraception that’s right for you.

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