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Naturopathic digestive care · Healing House, Ottawa

Digestive Decode & Reset

A 3-visit program with Dr. Polina Mak, ND, for people who want more than a food list. Understand what’s driving your digestive symptoms, including the brain–gut connection, and leave with a personalized plan to support your gut.

3 × 60-minute visits  · Virtual

Book Visit 1: Decode

Does this sound familiar?

Your gut is trying to tell you something

  • Bloating that builds as the day goes on
  • Bowel movements that feel unpredictable, too slow or too urgent
  • Foods that used to be fine now leave you uncomfortable
  • You’ve cut out food after food and still don’t have clear answers
  • Stress and busy weeks show up in your stomach
  • You’re tired of generic lists of what not to eat
Digestion is rarely about food alone. Stress, sleep, hormones, daily habits and how your nervous system responds all play a part. This program helps you see the whole picture, so your next steps make sense for you.

How the program works

Three visits. One clear path forward.

A guided program with short lessons along the way, so you understand your digestion, your triggers and how your brain and gut talk to each other.
1

Visit 1 · 60 minutes · $333

Decode

A deep-dive assessment of your symptoms, history, digestion, lifestyle, stress and sleep, to explore the possible root drivers behind what you’re feeling.
2

Visit 2 · 60 minutes · $277

Reset Plan

A personalized plan to support symptom relief and address the factors contributing to your digestive concerns, including a lab review.

3

Visit 3 · 60 minutes · $277

Rebalance

A follow-up visit to review your progress, adjust your plan and clarify your next steps.

Also included

  • 3 short teaching videos from Dr. Polina to build skills for regulating your nervous system and understanding your body
  • Optional worksheets and symptom reflection prompts to use alongside your visits

The brain–gut connection

Why stress shows up in your stomach

Your gut and brain are in constant conversation through the nervous system. When you’re stressed, rushed or running on little sleep, digestion often changes: things can slow down, speed up or become more sensitive. That’s one reason the same meal can feel fine one day and not the next.
In Digestive Decode & Reset, you’ll learn simple, practical ways to support your nervous system alongside your digestion, so you’re not relying on food changes alone.

Is this for you?

Who this program is designed for

This is a good fit if you:

  • Want to understand why your symptoms happen, not just what to avoid
  • Live with ongoing bloating, gas, reflux, constipation or loose stools
  • Notice that stress affects your digestion
  • Want a personalized plan you can keep up with

Please see your doctor first if you have:

  • Blood in your stool, or black stools
  • Unexplained weight loss
  • Severe or worsening abdominal pain
  • Difficulty swallowing or persistent vomiting

Your naturopathic doctor

Meet Dr. Polina Mak, ND

Dr. Polina Mak is a naturopathic doctor at Healing House with a focus on digestive health and women’s health. She created Digestive Decode & Reset for people who want to understand what’s driving their symptoms and support their gut in a personalized, sustainable way.
Read more about Dr. Polina

Fees

Program fees

$333-277 per visit · 3 visits · billed per visit

Naturopathic visits are often covered by extended health plans. Check your plan for details. A receipt is provided after each visit.
Book Visit 1: Decode

Questions

Frequently asked questions

No. You’ll start with Visit 1: Decode, and book each visit as you go. The program is designed to work best when you complete all three.

Yes, visits take place online, so you can join from home.

Your plan is personalized. It may include nutrition guidance, but the focus is understanding what’s driving your symptoms and supporting your gut in a way that fits your life.

If Dr. Polina recommends testing, she’ll talk you through the options and any separate costs before anything is ordered.

Many extended health plans cover naturopathic visits. Check with your provider to confirm your coverage.

It’s the two-way communication between your nervous system and your digestive system. Stress, sleep and emotions can affect digestion, and your gut sends signals back to your brain too.

Ready to understand your gut?

Start with Visit 1: Decode, and get clear on what’s driving your digestive symptoms.
Book Visit 1: Decode
This program provides individualized naturopathic care. It does not replace assessment by your medical doctor for urgent or worsening symptoms.
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