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Dr. Stephanie Peltz, ND Dr. Stephanie Peltz works as a family practitioner with a special interest in promoting women’s and children’s health.

Naturopathic Doctor treating women's and childhood health using a combination of clinical nutrition, herbal medicine, homeopathy, lifestyle counselling, and acupuncture in treatment protocol. This includes the treatment of gynecological issues such as: fertility concerns (including PCOS, POF, and endometriosis), preconception care, pregnancy, postpartum care, PMS, hormonal imbalances, and menopause. In children she addresses issues relating to skin, growth, nutrition and food sensitivities, and acute infections, emotional wellness, and more. In her ideal world she gets a chance to meet and treat the whole family. In her naturopathic practice Dr. Peltz utilizes the core naturopathic treatment modalities. She combines clinical nutrition, herbal medicine, homeopathy, lifestyle counseling, and acupuncture in her treatment protocols. She also maintains additional certification in intravenous nutrient therapies and craniosacral therapy. Dr. Stephanie Peltz completed her naturopathic studies at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in New Westminster, BC. Prior to this, she received a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at McGill University in Montreal. Other areas of expertise include optimizing digestive health, correcting endocrine abnormalities, addressing stress-based illness, and managing mental health. In addition to her work as a naturopathic physician, Dr. Peltz is a certified yoga instructor and birth doula working throughout the lower mainland. These additional qualifications inform her naturopathic practice and help her to provide unique and holistic care to her patients. Outside of the clinic Dr. Peltz enjoys engaging with her 3 yr old son, testing out new recipes, going for long walks with her dog Cypress, and practicing yoga. Dr. Stephanie Peltz is licensed by the CNPBC, and is a member of the BCNA, and the CAND. Dr. Peltz is presently accepting new patients.

07/30/2026

This is a conversation I have a lot in clinic. My patients loooove their Pilates. And that’s great! Pilates is a wonderful form of exercise. But if your goal in and around menopause is to maintain your bone density and muscle mass, Pilates is not the same as progressive strength training.

Bone and muscle respond to load.

To preserve them, your body needs to be challenged with resistance that is progressively increased over time. This is why current osteoporosis and exercise guidelines recommend progressive resistance training as part of a bone-healthy exercise program.

That doesn’t mean you should stop Pilates. Definitely not! Pilates has excellent evidence for improving core strength, balance, posture, mobility and physical function and these are incredibly valuable, especially as we age.

It just shouldn’t be mistaken for a replacement for lifting weights if your primary goal is preserving bone and muscle.

The good news? You don’t have to choose.

My ideal prescription for many postmenopausal women is:
✔️ Strength training at least twice per week
✔️ Regular weight-bearing activity such as walking or hiking
✔️ Cardio like running, cycling, or swimming on a weekly basis
✔️ Pilates if you enjoy it, for mobility, core strength, balance and movement quality
✔️At least 1 day a week off for rest

Exercise is one of the most powerful tools we have to support healthy aging. The key is matching the type of exercise to the outcome you’re trying to achieve.

Do you currently do Pilates, strength training, or both? I’d love to hear what’s working for you.

B12 shots aren’t just for vegans.Yes: those avoiding animal products are at higher risk. But they’re far from the only...
05/04/2026

B12 shots aren’t just for vegans.

Yes: those avoiding animal products are at higher risk. But they’re far from the only ones.

I regularly see low or suboptimal B12 in people who:
→ Eat meat but have digestive or absorption challenges
→ Are under chronic stress
→ Take certain medications (like PPIs, metformin, or some antidepressants)
→ Are in midlife, when absorption can naturally decline

✨ B12 plays a key role in:
energy, mood, brain function, red blood cell production, and nerve health.

So if you’re feeling:
⚡ Fatigued
🧠 Foggy
💛 Low in mood
…it might be worth looking a little deeper.

📌Don’t white knuckle life, get some support today!

Low appetite isn’t always just “how you are.” Sometimes it is your baseline.
And sometimes… it’s a signal.If your appet...
04/13/2026

Low appetite isn’t always just “how you are.” Sometimes it is your baseline.
And sometimes… it’s a signal.

If your appetite feels lower than usual—or has changed recently—it’s worth zooming out and looking at the bigger picture:

🩺 Physical
GI concerns (reflux, IBS, IBD, celiac, gastroenteritis), endocrine factors (like thyroid or blood sugar), pregnancy, and more can all influence appetite.

💊 Medication
Appetite changes are a common side effect—whether from a single medication or a combination.
This can include SSRIs, metformin, antibiotics, blood pressure meds, antihistamines, GLP-1s, ADHD meds, and more.

🧠 Mental / Neuro / Psychosocial
Stress, anxiety, depression, grief, isolation, financial strain, ADHD—these all impact how (and whether) we feel hunger.

✨ The takeaway:
A low appetite might be your natural rhythm.

But if it’s new, persistent, or paired with other symptoms—it’s worth paying attention.

You don’t need to guess your way through it.

📌 Save this post if this has been on your radar lately.


In a world obsessed with numbers, it’s crucial to remember that a number on the scale reveals very little about our actu...
03/30/2026

In a world obsessed with numbers, it’s crucial to remember that a number on the scale reveals very little about our actual health.
📉 As women navigating the journeys of conception, postpartum experiences, and perimenopause, it’s easy to get caught up in weight discussions. However, our bodies are incredibly complex.

True wellness goes far beyond a single digit. Body composition, metabolic health, and key indicators like fasting blood sugar, insulin levels, HbA1c, lipid profiles, and even waist-to-hip ratios provide a much clearer picture of our overall health and well-being. 🔍✨

It’s time to shift the narrative: Let’s prioritize health markers that truly reflect our vitality and strength rather than just focusing on what the scale says. 💪❤️

Together, we can empower each other to embrace a holistic view of health that celebrates our unique journeys, whether we’re trying to conceive, postpartum, or navigating the changes of perimenopause.

Let’s redefine health and well-being, one informed decision at a time! 💖 ”

Over the past few months, I’ve been quietly working behind the scenes on something new that I’m really excited to share....
03/04/2026

Over the past few months, I’ve been quietly working behind the scenes on something new that I’m really excited to share.
I’m very happy to introduce my Toronto east end clinic location in the Leslieville neighbourhood at Restore Integrative Health

At this location, I’ll be offering the same thoughtful, evidence-informed naturopathic women’s health care many of you already know — now within a beautiful, collaborative integrative clinic in the east end.

Restore is home to an exceptional team of practitioners including:
• Naturopathic Doctors
• Chiropractors
• Registered Massage Therapists
• Acupuncturists
• Osteopathic Manual Practitioners
• Nutritionists
• Psychotherapists
• And excitingly, a Nurse Practitioner!!

I’ll be seeing patients in person and virtually at Restore on Thursdays and Saturdays, while continuing to offer my west end patients the same great access to care at Dupont Naturopathic Family Centre, where I’ve been practicing for the past 6 years.

Friendly reminder: if you are not in the GTA, I offer virtual care across the rest of Ontario, and of course BC too.

✨ Booking is now live.

If you’re in Toronto’s east end (or have been waiting for an in-person option there), I’d love to welcome you into the new space.

 


Not all anxiety starts in the mind.Sometimes it starts in the thyroid.
Or with unstable blood sugar.
Or low iron.
Or the...
02/27/2026

Not all anxiety starts in the mind.

Sometimes it starts in the thyroid.
Or with unstable blood sugar.
Or low iron.
Or the heart.
Or the lungs.

Anxiety is real — and so are the physiological contributors that can mimic it, worsen it, or drive it.

✨ Thyroid dysfunction (including autoimmune conditions) can present with racing thoughts, palpitations, and mood changes.
✨ Blood sugar swings can trigger shakiness, irritability, and panic-like symptoms.
✨ Cardiac rhythm disturbances can feel indistinguishable from anxiety.
✨ Iron deficiency can show up as agitation, fatigue, poor focus, even tachycardia.
✨ Respiratory conditions can create shortness of breath that’s mistaken for panic.

This doesn’t mean anxiety is “just medical.”
And it doesn’t mean every case needs extensive testing.
But it does mean that thoughtful assessment matters.

If your anxiety feels sudden, physical, or hasn’t responded to typical tools, it may be worth looking a little deeper.

📌 Save this post if you’ve ever wondered whether something else could be contributing.

 
 
 


I think about this quote often when I sit with women in perimenopause.So many are performing overtime.
For their partner...
02/20/2026

I think about this quote often when I sit with women in perimenopause.

So many are performing overtime.
For their partners.
For their kids.
For aging parents.
For work.
For everyone.

They’re the emotional regulators, the planners, the glue.

And then they’re confused — or ashamed — when they get sick.
When their back goes out.
When the fatigue becomes crushing.
When the mood shifts feel unmanageable.

But perimenopause is already a season of hormonal transition.
Estrogen fluctuates. Sleep shifts. Recovery slows. Stress tolerance changes.
If you’re burning at both ends during this stage, your body will eventually push back.
This isn’t weakness.
It’s physiology.
Supporting others is beautiful.
But not at the utter complete cost of your own nervous system, immune system, and hormonal health.

✨ What would it look like to keep yourself warm, too?


 
 
 


02/13/2026

Protein doesn’t have to be complicated…
Eggs.
Tofu.
Chicken.
Lentils.
Greek yogurt.
Chia.
Fish.
Edamame.
Simple foods. Real impact.

In perimenopause especially, adequate protein supports:
✔️ Muscle mass
✔️ Blood sugar stability
✔️ Mood + energy
✔️ Recovery
✔️ Satiety

And yes — you may be hearing bigger protein targets lately. But if you’re nowhere near those numbers right now, the goal isn’t perfection.
It’s progress.
Instead of jumping from 40g a day to 120g overnight…

✨ Add protein to one meal.
✨ Build from there.
✨ Aim for more than you’re doing now.

Small, consistent shifts > extreme overhauls.

📌 Save this for your next grocery run.
💬 Comment “protein” if you want a simple breakdown of how to space it out through the day.

You don’t have to earn your rest.
You don’t have to push through every hard day with a smile.
You don’t have to get it “...
02/09/2026

You don’t have to earn your rest.
You don’t have to push through every hard day with a smile.
You don’t have to get it “all right” to be worthy of care.

But so many women I work with are running themselves into the ground with quiet self-criticism masked as “discipline” or “doing their best.”

Here are 4 sneaky signs you might be being too hard on yourself:
→ You feel guilty when you slow down
→ You call rest “lazy”
→ You pick apart your body in passing
→ You need someone else to give you permission to stop

✨ This isn’t a mindset flaw—it’s often tied to the way your nervous system is wired for safety, control, and performance.
And healing it? That’s deep work. It’s brave work.

Kristin Neff describes self-compassion as a 3-part practice:
💛 Kindness
💛 Shared humanity
💛 Mindful awareness
It’s not indulgent. It’s not weak.
It’s a skill—and one worth building.

📌 Save this if you needed the reminder today.
💬 Drop a 💛 if you’re working on this too.

Fatigue. Night sweats. Mood swings. Irregular cycles. Insomnia.
If this sounds familiar—you might be in perimenopause.Th...
02/06/2026

Fatigue. Night sweats. Mood swings. Irregular cycles. Insomnia.

If this sounds familiar—you might be in perimenopause.

This hormonal transition can start earlier than many expect, and it often shows up long before cycles stop completely.

The most commonly reported symptoms?

→ Low energy
→ Vasomotor symptoms (hot flashes, night sweats)
→ Irregular or heavy bleeding
→ Sleep disruptions
→ Emotional shifts (irritability, low mood, anxiety)

But that’s not the full picture.
Perimenopause can also include:

🧠 Brain fog or focus issues
🦴 Joint pain
💧 Vaginal dryness
❤️‍🔥 Changes in libido
⚠️ Recurrent UTIs
✨ These changes are real—and they’re treatable.

You don’t need to suffer through them in silence or “just wait for menopause.”
There are strategies that support energy, sleep, mood, hormones, and cycle health… without ignoring your lived experience.

📌 Save this post if you’re wondering what’s normal—and what’s worth a deeper look.

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