August 2014 | Fertility and Endocrinology

2014 | August, NDNR Issues

aug14.pdf_1_thumbVolume 10 Issue 8

Fertile over 40………………….>>cover Jaclyn Chasse, ND


Optimizing the HPA Axis……………….>> bottom of cover Lise Alschuler, ND


Endometriosis: Preserving Fertility By Treating It Holistically…………………>>14

Amy Day, ND
Natural protocols can alleviate symptoms in
endometriosis while also preserving the patient’s fertility.


Heart Rare Variability: The Why, What, and How of HRV, and Its Importance in Private Practice – Part 1…………….>>10

Javdat Karimov, NMD

HRV reflects the ANS, which controls 90% of the
body’s functions. Dr Karimov explains how this works.


Unexplained Infertility: Solving the Puzzle With Naturopathic Medicine...>>16
Shawna Darou, ND

Knowing the common causes of female infertility can
help you turn around even the most stubborn cases.


Graves’ Disease: Natural Treatment Considerations……………………………….>>11
Saul Marcus, ND

Two case studies help illustrate how to evaluate and
treat a patient with this often-overlooked disorder.


Male Infertility: Natural Approaches to a Common Problem………………………..>>17
Lisa Watson, ND
Dr Watson reviews the basics of male factor
infertility, and provides up-to-date protocols.


 

Beyond the Hormonal Triad: The Liver as an Important Source of Cortisol….>>19
Monique Hallee, BScHK, ND
When balancing hormones in a patient with low
cortisol, liver support might be a smart move.


 

Association Spotlight: Licensing Efforts, Update From Idaho…………………………>>23
Sara Rodgers, ND, CAc
The president of the IDAANP reflects on the challenges
and visions associated with licensure efforts.


 

Voices of Naturopathic Research: Interviews with NCNM, Bastyr, SCNM, NUHS Research Faculty………………….>>20
Mark Swanson, ND
What’s happening in naturopathic research? One
simple question elicits intriguing updates.


 

The Properties of Water, Part 2……>>23
Sussanna Czeranko, ND, BBE
The early naturopaths understood water in detail—
not only its properties, but its therapeutic effects.


NCAT, or not to NCAT: Strategy or Bragging Rights?……………………………>>26
David J. Schleich, PhD
Has the time come for a naturopathic equivalent of the MCAT? Maybe not.

Advertisement

Current Issue

Table of Contents

Advertisement

Trending Articles

Understanding Preeclampsia

Understanding Preeclampsia

How to Reduce Risk in Pregnancy and Prevent Future Cardiovascular Disease By Alexsia Priolo Introduction Pregnancy places significant physiologic stress on the cardiovascular system, prompting structural and hemodynamic changes to manage increased blood volume and...

Adjunctive Treatment of Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation

Adjunctive Treatment of Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation

Botanical and Nutrient Therapies By Alexandra Mele, ND This article explores the case of a 76-year-old patient with treatment-resistant paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. It highlights how botanical medicines and nutrient therapies complement conventional care, including...

Integrating BioIdentical Hormones and Herbal Protocols

Integrating BioIdentical Hormones and Herbal Protocols

Naturopathic Clinical Pearls By Jannine Krause, ND Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and Bio-Identical HRT (Bio-HRT) are often debated in the medical community, leaving many women confused about their options. This article explores a naturopathic approach that...

Differentiating Perimenopause: Avoiding Diagnostic Pitfalls

Differentiating Perimenopause: Avoiding Diagnostic Pitfalls

By Thara Vayali, ND Exploring the complexities of perimenopause, its clinical challenges, and how naturopathic physicians can differentiate symptoms and address root causes. This article delves into the nuances of perimenopause, outlining its stages, associated...

Autoimmunity, Women, and Relationship to Self

Autoimmunity, Women, and Relationship to Self

Delve into cultural, emotional, and physiological triggers for self-healing By Nicola Dehlinger, ND Exploring the unique connection between autoimmunity and women’s health, delving into cultural, emotional, and physiological triggers for self-healing. This article...

Menopause: A Clinical Framework for Empowerment

Menopause: A Clinical Framework for Empowerment

Redefining Hormonal Transition as a Process of Healing, Growth, and Inner Strength By Dr. Melissa Sophia Joy, ND Our patients may not realize that menopause is far more than a biological event—it is a profound initiation, a sacred passage that beckons women into...

Custom Publishing

IS TYLENOL SAFE DURING PREGNANCY?

IS TYLENOL SAFE DURING PREGNANCY?

Understanding Risk Factors, Not Causation Learn how much Tylenol pregnant women can safely take, what risk factors matter, and why glutathione status—not acetaminophen itself—determines safety during pregnancy.   IN THIS ARTICLE • Key Takeaways: Tylenol Safety...

Featured News