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Kryzia Olsen
Naturopathic Physician
Dr. Kryzia Olsen is a naturopathic physician practicing in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Olsen specializes in proactive prevention and treatment. Dr. Olsen combines holistic healing methods with traditional solutions to medical illness. Providing both individual and family care, the most common ailments treated are allergies, chronic pain, digestive issues, obesity, heart disease, fertility, menopause, cancer and chronic fatigue syndrome. Naturopathic Physicians place a strong emphasis on natural remedies that add to the broad spectrum of remedies available.
7 years
Experience
Kryzia Olsen
- Portland, OR
- Nat'l Uni of Natural Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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Can naturopathy help in preventing diabetes in a person?
Absolutely! Prevention is truly where naturopathic medicine shines! In regards to diabetes specifically, there are several diet and lifestyle interventions that can be implemented READ MORE
Absolutely! Prevention is truly where naturopathic medicine shines! In regards to diabetes specifically, there are several diet and lifestyle interventions that can be implemented to help decrease risk and disease.
Dr. Kryzia Olsen
Dr. Kryzia Olsen
Should I take my daughter to a naturopathic physician for her pain during her period?
Absolutely! Naturopathic medicine can be incredibly beneficial for menstrual pain and irregularities. There are a lot of tools and options available. Acupuncture can help more READ MORE
Absolutely! Naturopathic medicine can be incredibly beneficial for menstrual pain and irregularities. There are a lot of tools and options available. Acupuncture can help more immediately as well.
Dr. Kryzia Olsen
Dr. Kryzia Olsen
Are there any natural treatments to treat anxiety?
There are SO many natural options to treat anxiety. I mainly use amino acid therapy to support the body's natural production of neurotransmitters. A great resource and starting READ MORE
There are SO many natural options to treat anxiety. I mainly use amino acid therapy to support the body's natural production of neurotransmitters. A great resource and starting place is The Mood Cure by Julia Ross.
What are the best natural ways to control diabetes?
Yes, there are natural solutions for helping maintain AND even reverse type 2 diabetes. There is lots of evidence supporting diet and lifestyle changes. For extra support there READ MORE
Yes, there are natural solutions for helping maintain AND even reverse type 2 diabetes. There is lots of evidence supporting diet and lifestyle changes. For extra support there are also herbs that can be utilized to help stabilize blood sugar.
Can diet influence our sleep?
Yes diet can affect your sleep. Partly because your gut makes a lot of your serotonin (feel good neurotransmitter) which then converts to melatonin. The best diet for you may be READ MORE
Yes diet can affect your sleep. Partly because your gut makes a lot of your serotonin (feel good neurotransmitter) which then converts to melatonin. The best diet for you may be different than someone else's. Generally though you want a Whole Foods plant based diet-- which really means ditch the crap foods (processed, sugar, alcohol, etc).
How do I manage Crohn's symptoms when my surgery is delayed?
I use a lot of anti-inflammatories and gut healing supplements for my IBD patients. This includes turmeric, glutamine, fish oil, etc. Though if you are going into surgery soon READ MORE
I use a lot of anti-inflammatories and gut healing supplements for my IBD patients. This includes turmeric, glutamine, fish oil, etc. Though if you are going into surgery soon you have to be careful because high dose turmeric and fish oil are blood thinners-- which is not what you want pre-surgery.
How many sessions of acupuncture do you need for neck spasms?
This depends on the person and how severe the pain is. Typically, for all new acupuncture patients, I like weekly for about a month to make lasting effects. Then monthly follow READ MORE
This depends on the person and how severe the pain is. Typically, for all new acupuncture patients, I like weekly for about a month to make lasting effects. Then monthly follow ups. Though I will also utilize natural medicine such as supplements to accelerate and hold treatments longer.
How do you naturally fix diarrhea?
I did a whole webinar on this! Here's the link for some tips: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/play/tcUrJL-h-m03SYaW4QSDBPB8W425Lvis0Xcb_KVczRq1USIANQH1NbQbNOczIB2p5G40P7x85kpdI4dG
What natural remedies are good for stomach pain?
For stomach pain, I utilize several supplements as well as diet/lifestyle medicine. It depends entirely on the cause, which can be discerned via history during your appointment. READ MORE
For stomach pain, I utilize several supplements as well as diet/lifestyle medicine. It depends entirely on the cause, which can be discerned via history during your appointment.
How long do the effects of acupuncture last for anxiety?
This depends entirely on the patient, and the severity of symptoms. In the beginning I typically need to see patients more frequently (about once week for 3-6 weeks) then start READ MORE
This depends entirely on the patient, and the severity of symptoms. In the beginning I typically need to see patients more frequently (about once week for 3-6 weeks) then start spacing them out further. I do this because acupuncture is a treatment that builds upon itself, and the initial more frequent treatments allows for the foundation to be built.
How many calories should I eat a day?
Depends on your level of activity. You can get a guideline here: https://www.calculator.net/calorie-calculator.html
What is a natural cure for chronic headaches?
There are many natural remedies for headaches. It depends on the cause, of course. Generally, I like to utilize oral magnesium, acupuncture, and western herbs such as feverfew. READ MORE
There are many natural remedies for headaches. It depends on the cause, of course. Generally, I like to utilize oral magnesium, acupuncture, and western herbs such as feverfew.
Are there certain diseases not to see a naturopath for?
Honestly, no. I believe that a skilled, adequately trained naturopathic physician is able to optimize your health independent of particular diseases. With that said, you may still READ MORE
Honestly, no. I believe that a skilled, adequately trained naturopathic physician is able to optimize your health independent of particular diseases. With that said, you may still need a MD as part of your healthcare team.
