About G.Scott Clack
Dr. Clack became interested in Naturopathic Medicine based on his personal beliefs and experiences. He believes that every person is responsible for their life-long health and wellness, and that health starts with the basics: good diet, exercise, proper sleep, and mental/spiritual balance. In his early 20's, Dr. Clack found that eliminating dairy products, wheat and orange juice from his diet reduced chronic sinus congestion that often led to sinus infections. Those sinus infections were more effectively treated with herbal medicines and nasal rinses compared to over-the-counter medicines or antibiotics. Later, he observed a family member whose chronic migraine headaches stopped after following an elimination diet and naturopathic cleansing program.
The Healing Power of Nature (aka The Vis Medicatrix Naturae, a core principle of Naturopathic Medicine) was very obvious through these examples. Realizing that conventional (modern) medicine rarely directed patients to lifestyle choices for their care, he resigned from his sales career and embarked on his naturopathic training in 1992.
Dr. Clack is a naturopathic doctor, he believes that complementary and alternative medicine, and naturopathic medicine in particular, should be utilized by all Canadians. The basics for health, as shown earlier are:
- Healthful diet: whole foods, more vegetables, less meat and grains, and organic foods where possible. Every person should be assessed for food sensitivies that are overlooked in the mainstream. Common food sensitivities are: dairy, wheat or gluten, corn, sugar and eggs. (for more information, please refer to Food Allergies and Sensitivities on this website)
- Exercise: Canadians aren't moving physically like we need to. Exercise recommendations haven't changed in years - 3 times a week, 45-60 minutes, minimum.
- Sleep: 7-8 hours per night, sound & uninterrupted sleep. If you are not getting this, you need to find out why. Children need more sleep than this.
- Mental and spiritual health: another factor of wellness that is often compromised in the modern crunch for time. Many options are available and can be discussed with your practitioners.
