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Dr. Thalia Farshchian

Naturopathic Doctor

San Francisco, CA

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Energy - Why is it that I can sleep all night yet be so tired that I practically fall asleep all the next day?

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Dr. Thalia Farshchian (Naturopathic Doctor) answered

There are a couple areas to into here:

How is bikram yoga different from regular yoga, and is it a better workout?

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Dr. Thalia Farshchian (Naturopathic Doctor) answered

I personally really enjoy Power Yoga. The room is heated, but not to the extent of a Bikram class. The classes generally move at...

Sometimes I feel tingling in my hands, feet, legs, head, etc. It's not painful, but could this indicate something more serious?

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Dr. Thalia Farshchian (Naturopathic Doctor) answered

It is hard to tell without an evaluation. It could be musculoskeletal caused by tight muscles impinging on nerves or neurological.

Any advice for weight loss with hypothyroidism and any tips to battle brittle hair that comes with it?

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Dr. Thalia Farshchian (Naturopathic Doctor) answered

Hello!

Which is the best IUD if you want to avoid hormones? What are the tradeoffs?

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birdnbees asked this

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Dr. Thalia Farshchian (Naturopathic Doctor) answered

Paraguard IUD -- there are absolutely no hormones and very convenient as you don't have to remember to take a pill every day.

What does it mean if my urine is really yellow?

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Dr. Thalia Farshchian (Naturopathic Doctor) answered

It is likely that you are dehydrated.

What birth control has the least side effects?

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Dr. Thalia Farshchian (Naturopathic Doctor) answered

I agree with the Paraguard IUD. There is absolutely no hormone and very convenient as you don't have to remember to take a pill every ...

My migraines began in perimenopause (at 38) and have persisted beyond menopause. Will it ever stop or will it continue indefinitely?

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Dr. Thalia Farshchian (Naturopathic Doctor) answered

Hormone imbalance is commonly an underlying cause of migraines. With menopause, estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone become deplet...

Are laxatives safe? What if I only take them sparingly, like if I'm bloated on the day of an important event?

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Dr. Thalia Farshchian (Naturopathic Doctor) answered

Laxatives are safe when used for brief periods of times (under 10 days). I typically tend to refer people to natural types like Smooth...

What is a good sunscreen to use this summer? What is a good daily regime to follow with the change in season?

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Dr. Thalia Farshchian (Naturopathic Doctor) answered

I agree with Dr. Miller. Here is a great resource for cosmetics and sunscreen: http://breakingnews.ewg.org/2012sunscreen/ This site give...

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