Gillian Martlew, N.D.

NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE

Naturopaths are general practitioners, trained as experts in natural medicine. Naturopathy is a gentle system of holistic health care, which covers all aspects of family health. Naturopathy seeks the cause of disease and supports healing and restoration of the body’s natural balance. Naturopathy is successfully integrated with standard medical treatments.

THERAPIES
Naturopathy combines the best natural, non-toxic therapies with modern clinical knowledge. I use unique combinations of natural therapies for each patient, including functional and metabolic medicine, clinical nutrition, enzymes, herbal and homeopathic remedies and hydrotherapy. Non-invasive lab tests are also available. I take the time to listen and work with you to create a realistic program designed to allow your body to heal, and keep you at your optimum health for life.

BENEFITS
Naturopathy is utilized in the treatment of many health problems, both acute and chronic, including, but not limited to, such concerns as:

• stress, anxiety and related problems
• weight issues
• menopause and women’s health issues
• hormonal and glandular imbalances
• headaches
• high blood pressure and cholesterol
• asthma and respiratory illness
• blood sugar abnormalities
• thyroid disorders
• yeast infections and candida
• fatigue
• fibromyalgia
• bone and joint health
• digestive system disorders
• allergies
• skin conditions
• insomnia
• arthritis
• degenerative diseases
• immune disorders

IRIDOLOGY
Iridology is the science/practice of iris analysis. My foundational training in this technique was with world-renowned expert and developer of Iridology in the United States, Dr. Bernard Jensen. I now incorporate the European (advanced) method based on the research of Angerer, Deck and Kriege. Iridology is used during my naturopathic consultations. Iridology is a valuable technique, which assists me in determining the basic and underlying causes of health problems and disease. It allows me to ascertain the genetic strength of the body, and the condition of organs and body systems and can reveal early warning of weakness. Iridology is an extremely powerful and non-invasive tool used by many European MDs as an aid to diagnosis.

EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE (EFT)
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is a powerful tool that has been demonstrated on TV’s Discovery Program. I use EFT to help my patients overcome negative emotions that are undermining their health. I also use it to reduce or eliminate many forms of pain, stop food cravings that sabotage healthy food choices, and to instigate positive goals to support optimal health…I use EFT with a broad range of patient issues and am consistently astounded by how simple, powerful and effective it is.

Most physical illnesses have an emotional-element to them that may be keeping a patient stuck, or preventing their illness from being completely resolved. The damage to the body’s energy system caused by powerful negative emotions like fear, traumatic memories, phobias, anger and negative beliefs, can insidiously impact health and contribute to physical discomfort and disease. EFT involves a number of techniques, including tapping on specific points along the body’s energy lines (acupuncture meridians) to restore normal energy flow.

The following list is an example of some of the issues that will respond to EFT:

• Fears, anxiety and stress
• Traumatic memories and phobias
• Food cravings, compulsions, addictions, smoking, over-eating etc
• Grief
• Guilt
• Anger and irritation
• Sleep problems
• Negative self-image, self-sabotage, and self-doubt
• Weight issues
• Many forms of pain

Even the most severe negative emotions will usually respond to EFT.

When you book your life-changing EFT session with me you will be rewarded with some very rapid and positive changes, often in emotional/physical situations that have not responded to any other interventions. Please feel free to call me if you would like to discuss how EFT could help you. Note: I do not recommend EFT as a replacement for the psychological ‘road-map’ or expertise provided by a therapist.

LABORATORY AND DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
Functional testing is part of my practice and I may suggest simple, non-invasive tests to help me determine your diagnosis. The categories below show the comprehensive range of testing available.

NEUROTRANSMITTER TESTING
Neurotransmitters are naturally occurring brain chemicals. They relay signals between the nerve cells and are required for healthy brain and physical function. A proper balance of neurotransmitters is a crucial element in optimal health.

Neurotransmitter imbalances have been linked to:

• Attention issues (lack of focus and motivation, poor concentration, and ADD)
• Learning difficulties and development delays (young children)
• Hyperactivity and ADHD for both children and adults
• Sleeping problems (fatigue, problems falling asleep, tossing and turning, etc.)
• Menopause related issues (hot flashes, mood swings, night sweats)
• PMS and birth control related issues (mood swings, aggressiveness, irritability, sadness, lack of libido)
• Weight issues and appetite control (cravings, overwhelming hunger, etc.)
• Depression (sadness, lack of motivation, mood swings, etc.)
• Migraine Headaches
• Anxiety (irritability, nervousness, obsessive-compulsive, insecurity, racing thoughts, restlessness)
• Libido (lack of sex drive for women and men, orgasm issues, erectile dysfunction, etc.)

Urinary and/or salivary levels of 13 different neurotransmitters and 11 different hormones can be tested in the privacy of your home…using a simple kit.

Your completed test is analyzed by an independent laboratory to determine if neurotransmitter or other imbalances are associated with, or causing, your symptoms.

Alternative Treatments

If your test shows specific imbalances, natural non-prescription neurobiological agents can be used as an effective means of balancing brain chemistry and re-establishing health.

Conventional medical treatments may employ medications such as Prozac, Xanax etc. The problem with long-term use of these, and similiar medications, is that they eventually lead to diminished neuro-receptor function—and the need for larger doses of the drug. The targeted amino acid (TAAT) therapy used in my practice is directed at the specific neurotransmitters that are found to be out of balance, and does not result in problems with neurotransmitter receptors—in fact TAAT and the holistic therapies I use can ultimately reestablish healthy receptor function. I also work to support the whole body, restoring both neurotransmitter and neuro-endorcrine balance.

The targeted natural approach I use in my practice is both safe and effective.

FOOD & CHEMICAL SENSITIVITY PANEL
This test goes beyond the standard allergy tests to determine hidden food and chemical sensitivities. Hidden food sensitivities can exacerbate an allergic or inflammatory condition despite attempts to determine and ameliorate the problem. Stubborn weight issues may also have a base in food sensitivities and this test enables patients to avoid foods and food additives which may be a barrier to their treatment, and ultimately to the resolution of their problem.

HAIR ANALYSIS
Hair analysis is a simple test that provides information about heavy metals (potentially toxic elements), and also the status of important minerals in the body. This can be used to determine whether toxic minerals like lead, mercury, aluminum or even radioactive elements are contributing to an illness that is evading treatment, or if deficiency or malabsorption of nutrative elements is contributing to a disease process.

GENETIC (GENOMIC) TESTING
Are your cholesterol levels more sensitive to a fatty diet than other people? Is your blood more likely to clot during long periods of inactivity? Do your bones properly utilize the nutrients they need? Is your blood pressure apt to be highly influenced by your salt intake? These are questions you can only guess at unless you have the ability to look at your own genetic codes. Incredibly this is now possible using a simple and non-invasive test.

Knowing your genetic “strong” points and “weak” points allows me to devise a targeted, personal approach that increases your chances of remaining fit and active as you grow older—and works to prevent your family health-risks from turning into realities.

But the support doesn’t stop there. Testing is also available that monitors how your personal healthcare strategy is having a positive impact on your genetic risks. These tests, called “functional assessments,” provide me with a tangible way to evaluate how your body is responding to treatment.

GASTROINTESINAL ASSESSMENTS
Assessments of gastrointestinal function include the Comprehensive Digestive Stool Analysis and several other tests and panels yielding important information about the ecology of the GI tract, including intestinal wall integrity, small bowel bacterial overgrowth, yeast presence, immune function, parasite activity, specific intolerances, Helicobacter infection, and vaginal health.

ENDOCRINOLOGY ASSESSMENTS
Assessments of endocrine function evaluate the body’s ability to regulate itself through hormone action. Tests include evaluations of sex and regulatory hormones (including human growth hormone mediator IGF-1), the Bone Resorption Assessment, and a Glucose/Insulin Tolerance Test.

NUTRITIONAL ASSESSMENTS
Nutritional assessments range from Elemental Analysis (toxic and nutritional element levels), Amino Acids Analysis (of 40+ amino acids critical to healthy metabolism and detoxification), and Essential & Metabolic Fatty Acids Analysis (addressing the most widespread nutritional deficit in modern life).

METABOLIC ASSESSMENTS
Metabolic assessments measure the body’s detoxification processes, oxidative stress and antioxidant defense capabilities, and cardiovascular health (with a comprehensive array of independent markers). There is also a Cotinine Assay to identify the nicotine metaboline and pinpoint a cause of recurrent infections or allergy in children of smokers.

IMMUNOLOGY ASSESSMENTS
Assessments of immune function include the revolutionary Comprehensive Antibody Assessment, with its unique reporting of IgG antibodies for delayed reactions as well as IgE for immediate reactions.