Dr. Emina Jasarevic, Naturopathic Doctor

06/23/2026

Those little white marks on your nails? They might be trying to tell you something. 👀

While white spots can sometimes be caused by minor trauma to the nail, they can also be a sign that your body is low in important nutrients like zinc.

Zinc plays a key role in:
✔️ Immune function
✔️ Hormone production (especially testosterone)
✔️ Wound healing
✔️ Growth and development
✔️ Healthy skin, hair, and nails

This is especially important for growing boys and men, who have higher zinc requirements.

Want to boost your intake? Focus on foods like:
🥩 Beef
🦪 Oysters
🎃 Pumpkin seeds
🥜 Cashews
🫘 Chickpeas

If you’re taking a zinc supplement, remember to take it with food—it can cause nausea on an empty stomach.

Small signs can provide big clues about your health. Don’t ignore what your body is trying to tell you.

06/19/2026

Why is your iron low? 🤔

One of the most common things I diagnose in practice is iron deficiency—and simply taking an iron supplement isn’t always the answer.

Before treating low iron, it’s important to understand why it’s happening.

Some of the most common causes include:
🩸 Heavy menstrual bleeding
🤰 Pregnancy
🥗 Not getting enough iron in your diet
🦠 Poor absorption due to digestive concerns
🏃 Increased demands from endurance exercise or frequent blood donation

The right treatment starts with identifying the underlying cause. While some people do well with dietary changes or supplements, others may need additional testing or treatments such as iron infusions.

If you’re experiencing persistent fatigue, brain fog, headaches, dizziness, or hair loss, don’t ignore it. Low iron is common—but it’s not something you should simply accept as “normal.”

The first step is finding out why your iron is low so you can treat it effectively.

📍Have you ever had your iron levels checked?

06/10/2026

I’m excited to be one of the speakers at Innovative Fitness Kelowna’s second **Evening of Expertise: Women’s Edition** on **Friday, June 12th**.

Join me, along with Registered Dietitian **Kelly Anne Erdman** and Clinical Exercise Physiologist **James Greenwood**, for an engaging evening focused on maximizing your **health span, longevity, and overall wellness**.

We’ll be sharing practical, evidence-based insights to help you feel your best and make informed decisions about your health.

📅 Friday, June 12, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Innovative Fitness Kelowna
#125-3030 Pandosy Street

This is a casual event and there is **no charge to attend**.

If you’d like to join us, please email [email protected] to reserve your spot.

I look forward to seeing you there!

Longevity OkanaganHealth

05/21/2026

As women, we go through a lot. Now you’re nearing or entering your 40’s and noticing, yet again, even more changes.

New or heightened allergy symptoms – congestion, skin reactions, or sensitivities may be a result of hormonal fluctuations.

Estrogen and progesterone can influence histamine and inflammation levels in the body, which may contribute to changing symptoms during this stage of life.

If your body feels different lately, there may be more to the story than “ just allergies.” 🌼

05/15/2026

PCOS is now officially PMOS — here’s why that matters 👇

What was once known as Polycystic O***y Syndrome (PCOS) is now being recognized as Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) — a name change that reflects a much bigger understanding of women’s health.

PMOS acknowledges that this condition is not just about the ovaries or ovarian cysts. It’s a complex condition involving multiple systems in the body, including:

Hormones & endocrine signaling
Metabolism & insulin resistance
Inflammation
Reproductive health
Whole-body physiology

The updated terminology was developed through a global collaboration between researchers, clinicians, and patients to create language that is:
✔️ More scientifically accurate
✔️ Less stigmatizing
✔️ More reflective of lived experience

This shift is important because many people with PCOS/PMOS experience symptoms far beyond the ovaries, including:
• Fatigue
• Weight changes
• Blood sugar dysregulation
• Acne & hair changes
• Irregular cycles
• Fertility challenges
• Mood fluctuations

The new name highlights the need for a more comprehensive, whole-body approach to care. One that looks at metabolic, hormonal, inflammatory, and lifestyle factors together.

As our understanding of women’s health evolves, so does the way we support hormonal transitions across every stage of life. 💛

04/23/2026

In a world that moves quickly, even a moment of stillness can become medicine.

❤️

04/14/2026

New RMT, new reason to treat yourself ✨

Book with Jasmine and we’ll turn up the heat — enjoy a FREE infrared sauna with your massage!
May 10–31 only. Don’t miss it 🔥

04/14/2026

🌻 APRIL UPDATES: MIND BODY SOUL 🌻 RMT PROMO-

Her client-centred approach to massage therapy uses a range of techniques. This includes swedish-based therapeutic massage, prenatal massage, lymphatic drainage, craniosacral therapy and deep tissue massage.

04/07/2026

Progesterone can start dropping in your 30s, even before menopause!

Low levels can cause mood swings, sleep, issues, bloating, and more.

Early support = feeling your best. 💛

03/24/2026

Ultimate Immune Smoothie 🍊✨

Bright, refreshing, and packed with immune-supporting ingredients. Perfect for a quick daily boost!

Recipe:

1/2 large orange, peeled
1 small piece orange peel (well washed, ~1/4 inch)
1/2 cup frozen pineapple
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
1 banana
1/3 cup plant-based milk
1 tsp fresh ginger (grated/minced)
1/8 tsp turmeric
1/8 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of black pepper

Blend until smooth & enjoy 💛