by NDNR | Aug 31, 2015 | 2015 | August, Geriatrics
Sheryl Wagner, ND Chronic hives and severe dermatitis seem to be on the rise… so much so that the term “urticarial dermatitis” has been coined to describe the nature of this histamine-related rash when it does not clearly fit any other diagnosis.1 Allergy is the most...
by NDNR | Aug 31, 2015 | 2015 | August, Bacterial/Viral Infections, Oncology
Katherine Hampilos Wendy Hodsdon, ND The gut microbiota, made up of trillions of microorganisms that colonize the distal digestive tract, is required for the development and persistence of a healthy immune response.1 Intestinal immune maturation is dependent on the...
by Razi Ann Berry | Aug 28, 2015 | Naturopathic News
PORTLAND, Ore. (Aug. 26, 2015)—The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) now recognizes the NCNM Clinic at the National College of Natural Medicine as a Tier 3 Patient-Centered Primary Care Home—the highest level of healthcare certification granted by the OHA. The state of...
by Razi Ann Berry | Aug 21, 2015 | Naturopathic News
AMHERST, Mass. — Antimicrobial compounds from peppermint and cinnamon can kill both biofilms and promote healing, according to a new study from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Because bacteria clump together in sticky plaques, they are difficult to get...
by Razi Ann Berry | Aug 19, 2015 | Naturopathic News
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Researchers at the University of Kentucky have developed an assay that allows scientists to identify scent receptors in the brain. The discovery may help scientists to develop better flavors and fragrances, or to be able to design receptor...
