What is a Leaky Gut?
Leaky Gut
These are some of the most common conditions that we help people overcome.
Fatigue is most often caused by an improper diet, nutrient deficiencies, poor sleep, imbalanced hormones (thyroid, Vitamin D, sex hormones, etc.), *toxicity, and/or stress or subconscious blocks.
Weight gain or the inability to lose weight may be caused by *toxicity, lack of movement or too intense exercise, stress, lack of sleep, excessive or improper food intake, nutrient deficiencies, subconscious blocks or trauma, medication, and/or hormonal imbalances (thyroid, estrogen, insulin, etc.)
Digestive Issues
Digestive issues are often the result of eating dietary intolerances, eating too much or too quickly, lack of enzymes, acid, or nutrients needed to properly break down foods, hiatal hernia or other structural concerns, stress, or subconscious blocks which result in an overactive sympathetic nervous system, and/or *toxicity especially an overabundance of mold, bacteria, heavy metals, or parasites.
Anxiety
Anxiety is typically due to consuming caffeine or food intolerances, hiatal hernia or other structural concerns, lack of movement, medications or supplements, hormonal imbalances, *toxicity, and of course stress, past trauma, and subconscious concerns resulting in an overactive sympathetic nervous system.
Chronic pain is often from unresolved trauma/unprocessed emotion, physical trauma (misalignment, scar tissue, trigger points, muscle strain, etc.), *toxicity (especially underlying concerns such as Lyme), nutrient deficiencies, and/or dietary indiscretions.
Insomnia is usually caused by stress/subconscious concerns, caffeine (excess, consuming too late, or poor metabolism), dietary indiscretions, medications or supplements, nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalances (progesterone, cortisol, etc.), structural misalignment or an overactive sympathetic nervous system, and *toxicity especially from alcohol, caffeine, and EMF.
Menstrual concerns (PMS, irregular or heavy cycles, infertility, etc.) are often blamed on "hormones", but the cause of imbalanced hormones is typical *toxicity (this can include synthetic hormones from IUDs or contraceptive pills), stress or subconscious blocks, nutrient deficiencies, improper diet, and lack of sleep. We can help with menopause, too!
Thyroid Concerns are most often due to *toxicity, anxiety, poor sleep, nutrient deficiencies, dietary indiscretions, medications or supplements, and stress (excess exercise, impaired adrenal gland function, and an overactive sympathetic nervous system).
*Toxicity is clearly a pervasive cause for many health issues. This occurs when our detox pathways such as our liver, kidneys, and lymphatic system are overburdened and can't keep up with the demands to filter, process, and excrete toxicants.
Toxicants may include any of the following:
- Foods that our body can't easily digest such as food intolerances, genetically modified or chemically treated foods, or excessive food intake.
- Drugs, medications, alcohol, vaccines, implants, additives, dyes, and artificial sweeteners.
- Chemicals in our cosmetics, cleaning supplies, detergents, air fresheners, nail polish, and environment (EMF, mold, viruses, bacteria, auto exhaust, heavy metals, etc.).
- Toxic people, thoughts, and actions can also accumulate and negatively impact our overall health.
Dr. E
Dr. Shawna Eischens (Dr. "E."), a Naturopathic Doctor in Scottsdale, AZ, and owner of Hope and Healing Naturopathic is an expert in finding the cause of your concerns so you can live a life free of pain, anxiety, fatigue, or other symptoms that are holding you back from enjoying the life you deserve!
Dr. E attracts motivated patients who are ready for a health advocate who is non-judgmental, passionate, experienced, and determined to help you THRIVE instead of just survive! Dr. E is a graduate of Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, a mentor through Big Brothers/Big Sisters, a volunteer for Naturopathic Medicine Institute, and nature-loving outdoor enthusiast.
Dr. Eischens is a licensed Naturopathic Physician in Arizona and Minnesota.
She has received additional training and is certified in:
- QNRT (Quantum Neuro Reset Therapy)
- NET (Neuro Emotional Technique)
- Bio Craniopathy
- Vitalist of the Naturopathic Medicine Institute (VNMI)
Dr. Eischens is a member of:
- AANP (American Association of Naturopathic Physicians)
- NMI (Naturopathic Medicine Institute)
- AZNMA (Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association)
Hope and Healing Naturopathic was awarded "BEST OF THE VALLEY" in 2024 for the "Naturopathic Medicine" category.