Sarah Tanner, ND

Sarah Tanner, ND (she/her)

Naturopathic Doctor

Sarah Tanner, ND is a licensed and registered naturopathic doctor who owns and operates Natural Choices Health Care, located in Halifax. She graduated from The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto, Ontario, and is a member of the Nova Scotia Association of Naturopathic Doctors, the College of Naturopathic Doctors of Alberta, and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors.

Sarah Tanner, ND uses many different methods of treatment depending on the client and the concern. She tries to get to the bottom of the concern and works with her clients to achieve that goal. The more detail the better! She has a diverse practice with clients of all ages and has a focus on skin concerns, digestion, autoimmune conditions, pediatrics, hormonal health, peri-menopause, and menopause. She works extensively with food intolerances and blood work in order to help patients achieve optimal health. For those who have not been able to find a physical answer to their concerns she practices Bowen, a form of physical therapy from Australia.

Sarah has developed a love of speaking through her teaching of research at the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy. She is available to speak at events, corporate wellness days and community talks.

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The Thing About Minerals

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Dairy Free Caesar Salad Dressing

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1 cup honey or maple syrup 3/4 cup water 1/2 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves, chopped 1/4 cup coconut aminos 1 tbsp vinegar 2 tbsp oil Combine above, bring to a boil, turn down to simmer. Add 1 tsp cornstarch in 2 Tbsp water.

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