A Naturopathic and Functional Medicine Approach for

Treating and Preventing Diabetes and Prediabetes

 
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Reduce Your A1c

With Functional Medicine

 

Schedule a FREE 15 minute consult and learn about how functional medicine can help improve your A1c and blood sugar.

 

Your Plan To Lower Blood Sugar

  • Dr. Brandon Testa, a Calgary based naturopathic doctor and certified functional medicine practitioner focusing on heart and metabolic health, digestive health (IBS, constipation, diarrhea, gas and bloating, SIBO), and hormones (thyroid, testosterone)

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    Schedule a FREE 15 minute consultation and learn about the program.

  • Dr. Brandon Testa, a Calgary based naturopathic doctor and certified functional medicine practitioner focusing on digestive concerns like IBS, SIBO, gas, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, and gut focused diets like low FODMAP.

    The State of Your Health

    During your first visit Dr. Testa will evaluate your metabolic and heart health using your medical history and specialized lab testing.

  • Calgary Functional Medicine Doctor. Best Naturopath Calgary. Calgary Naturopathic Doctor. Thyroid Health. Digestive Health. SIBO Testing. Natural constipation treatment. Low FODMAP for IBS. Gut Health. Heart Health. Gut Health Naturopath Near Me.

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    Receive a personalized and science-based treatment plan at your follow up that includes dietary recommendations with meal plan, targeted exercises, botanical medicine, and more.

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Five Reasons To Take Action

 

  • Get an evidence-driven and functional medicine approach to improving your blood sugar readings and metabolic health.

    In-depth specialty lab testing to understand your metabolic and cardiovascular health.

  • Access to personalized meal planning with grocery lists and cooking instructions to meet your health goals and lower your A1c.

    Available for a wide variety of eating styles, including keto, very low carbohydrate, DASH, mediterranean, plant-based, and more.

  • Targeted exercise plan focusing on cardio and resistance training to improve your metabolic resilience and reduce your A1c.

    Stress reduction planning, tips, and resources to improve your mental well being and heart rate variability.

  • Get recommendations on evidence-based botanical and nutrient supplements to support your metabolic health.

  • Free parking for in-person visits at Grassroots Naturopathic Medicine Clinic.

 

What sets Dr. Testa Apart:

Certification of Cardiometabolic Advanced Practice from the Institute of Functional Medicine

Adjunct Clinical Supervisor at the Cardiovascular and Diabetes Wellness Center in Seattle, USA

Taught Cardiovascular Therapeutics and Clinical Pharmacology at Bastyr University

Completed a CNME accredited naturopathic residency, focusing on diabetes and heart health

 
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Food is key in the management of diabetes.

What if you did not have to worry about meal planning?

Get personalized meal planning that matches your values and preferences. You can treat prediabetes and diabetes with food, from Keto to Mediterranean to DASH to plant based, there is a plan for you.

Free 3 Day Meal Plan for Diabetes

What People Are Saying About Dr. Testa:

  • “Dr. Testa is an incredible [naturopathic] doctor, and I am so lucky to have him as my [naturopathic] doctor. I recommend him and this practice to anyone. Every single curveball I have thrown him (and there have been many) has been handled with total grace. I really feel like he goes above and beyond to make sure his patients are getting the best possible care.”

    — J.E.

  • “Experienced and attentive. I feel like he really listened to my concerns, and offered a professional opinion without being pushy or condescending. I come from out of town, and it's worth the drive.”

    — D.N.M.

  • “Seen Dr. Brandon on multiple occasions. Top-notch and I've never had a negative experience in the almost five years. I've always walked away feeling like he truly cared about my well being. I like that he remembers me and my past medical history. He really goes the extra mile to make you feel comfortable; best of all, he listens to you without judgement and is always understanding. Would highly recommend, super warm and amazing!”

    — J.L.

Health is More Than Diabetes,

Get Holistic Care For All Parts of You

  • Headaches & Migraines

  • Heart Burn, IBS, and SIBO

  • Chronic Pain

  • Skin Health (Eczema, psoriasis)

  • Anxiety, Depression, & Stress

  • Difficulty sleeping

  • High Blood Pressure & Cholesterol

  • Prevention of Heart Disease

  • Care after a heart attack

  • Vascular and heart health

  • Metabolic or fatty liver disease

  • Weight loss and management

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