January 2009 | Gastrointestinal Medicine

Tolle Causam
Hiatal Hernia Syndrome
Steven Sandberg-Lewis, ND, DHANP

Genetics and Hereditary Aspects of Celiac Disease
Nadia Arora, ND
Prevalence of celiac disease, results from familial studies, non-genetic factors associated with the disease, and diagnostic testing.

Lactoferrin – A Balanced Prebiotic in the Treatment of Dysbiosis
Carrie Louise Daenell, ND
Going beyond probiotics to help promote a healthy digestive tract.

OncANP Perspective
Lower Gastrointestinal Review: Colon and Rectal Cancer
Gurdev Parmar, ND, FABNO

Tolle Totem
Preventing Colon Cancer with Exercise
Sarah Skolout-Reddick, ND
How physical lifestyle modifications can help reduce risk.

Dietary Fructose Intolerance (DFI)
EeVon Ling, ND
Consideration of DFI as a diagnosis when symptoms suggest IBS. Also included is a table of problematic foods.

Docere
Biofilms, GALT and Dysbiosis
Nita Bishop, ND and Rowan Hamilton, DipPhyt, MNIMH
A new understanding of microbial biofilms and drug resistance.

Similar Thought
Lessons Learned
Joe Kellerstein, DC, ND
Case provides several teaching points for practitioners.

Botanical Insights
Herbs as Bitters: It’s a Matter of Degree
Robin DiPasquale, ND, RH(AHG)
Therapeutic use of bitter herbs to return the digestive system to a healthy balance. Also included is a ranking of bitters.

Naturopathic News
Association Spotlight: WANP A rotating column highlighting ND organizations and licensure efforts.

What’s Happening in the Naturopathic Medical Community

Education
Conceptual Competencies for Naturopathic Medical Education Leaders
David Schleich, PhD
A continuing series.