Parksville Naturopathic Clinic, Unit #324, 198 Island Highway E (2026)

14/07/2026

✨ Please join us in welcoming the newest member of the Parksville Naturopathic Clinic team! ✨

We’re excited to introduce Nya Fukushima, Registered Acupuncturist!

She is a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac) with a deep passion for the mind-body connection and its effect on our health. She has a special interest in treating complex cases, including autoimmune diseases, stubborn pain, and stored trauma. By looking deeper into root causes, she aims to support the body and mind as a whole. In her practice, she blends a classical, nature-based approach with Traditional Chinese Medicine—a philosophy that shapes how she works gently and collaboratively with the body to help release deep-seated patterns, using Acupuncture to aid in restoring its natural balance.

We’re thrilled to have Nya join our team and can’t wait for our community to meet her.

📅 Appointments are now available. Contact Parksville Naturopathic Clinic or book online to get started.

14/02/2026

“Take a deep breath.”

It’s one of the most common pieces of advice we give when someone feels anxious, overwhelmed, or stressed. But what if the goal isn’t simply to breathe deeper — but to breathe better?

Breathing is the only automatic body function we can also consciously control. That makes it a powerful bridge between the mind and body — especially when it comes to mental health. Yet many people today breathe in a way that actually increases tension rather than relieving it.

Under stress, we tend to breathe quickly, through the mouth, and with large chest movements. This pattern can lower levels of carbon dioxide (CO₂) in the bloodstream. While CO₂ is often thought of as just a waste gas, it plays an essential role in helping oxygen leave hemoglobin and enter our tissues — including the brain. When CO₂ levels drop too low, oxygen binds more tightly to hemoglobin and is not released as efficiently. The result? We may feel lightheaded, anxious, foggy, or short of breath — even though we’re breathing more.

This helps explain why taking repeated big breaths can sometimes make anxiety worse rather than better.

Instead of forceful or exaggerated breathing, research supports a slower, softer rhythm — ideally through the nose. Nasal breathing has several advantages: it filters and humidifies the air, encourages diaphragmatic movement, and supports the production of nitric oxide, a molecule that helps regulate blood flow and oxygen delivery.

Check out our most recent blog post by Dr. Fran, ND to see the rest of this article!

02/02/2026

Your heart deserves a personalized approach, and prevention is key! 🩺

Our Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) can help you create a highly individualized plan for optimal heart health. NDs don't just treat symptoms; we work to identify and address the underlying factors contributing to heart issues, often focusing on inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, and stress. We'll guide you with sustainable lifestyle changes and evidence-based natural therapies to support a resilient, healthy heart.

Visit Parksville Naturopathic Clinic and take the first step towards lasting relief.

Book your free 15-minute consultation today!

Call us at +1 250-607-1810 or visit our website at www.parksvillenaturopathic.com .

Parksville Naturopathic Clinic - Your Partner in Health and Healing.

12/01/2026

🌿 Welcome to the Team, Dr. Francisco Durón! 🌿

We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Francisco Durón, Naturopathic Doctor, to Parksville Naturopathic Clinic!

“In a healthcare system that often feels rushed, I am committed to providing a calm space where you feel heard and supported. I believe meaningful improvement happens through strong therapeutic relationships, identifying the underlying causes of concerns, and co-creating treatment plans that align with your lifestyle, values, and health goals.“

Join us in giving him a warm welcome! 💚

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Unit #324, 198 Island Highway E

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Tuesday	10:00 - 17:30
Wednesday	10:00 - 17:30
Thursday	10:00 - 17:30
Friday	10:00 - 17:30

Website

https://www.parksvillenaturopathic.com/

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