Carrie Decker, ND As we transition from the dog days of summer to the dead of winter, many of us take heed of the need to support immune system function. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), autumn is the season associated with the lungs, an...
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Table of Contents | 2020
Epidemics & Pandemics; Homeopathic Prevention & Management – Part 2
Sharum Sharif, ND In Part 1 of this article, I covered how and why epidemics are on the rise; how conventional medical approaches alone (including drugs and vaccination) are insufficient in meeting the needs of our species; and how...
Antifungals: A Prudent Perspective – Part 1
LAUREN TESSIER, ND If you’re like me, you were taught to tread carefully regarding the use of pharmaceutical antimicrobials in practice. After all, our naturopathic education taught us how to approach infections with numerous modalities, antimicrobial herbs...
Onsite, Online, and On-hand
FRASER SMITH, MATD, ND Teaching and learning are 2 sides of a coin that leads to education. That makes it intrinsically a social construct, albeit with objective, discernible activities involved, such as conducting a chemistry lab experiment or...
Epidemics & Pandemics: Homeopathic Prevention & Management – Part 1
SHARUM SHARIF, ND Abstract Epidemics and pandemics remain among the most serious threats to human health, and their incidence is rising due to factors such as global travel, antibiotic resistance, armed conflict, and climate change. In this first installment of...
How to Think Like an ND, Part 3
The Vital Conversation JAMES SENSENIG, ND JARED L. ZEFF, ND, VNMI, LAC This article joins a series of articles in NDNR that are based on transcripts of the Naturopathic Medicine Institute (NMI)’s Wednesday morning call-in program, The Vital...
Has Corona Saved a Few Lives? New Links Between Air Pollution, CVD & Mortality
Naturopathic Perspective JACOB SCHOR, ND, FABNO Among psychologists and those who keep up with those sorts of things, that “cup half-full” business is called “cognitive reframing.” This refers to the psychological technique of identifying and...
Integrative Cancer Treatment: An Effective Approach Using Adjunctive High-Dose IVC
Student Scholarship – Honorable Mention Case Study ASPEN PERCIVAL ALICIA BIGELOW, ND Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States.1 In the year 2010, approximately 200 000 Americans...
A Synergism of Master Minds – AANP 2020: Powering Up for the Future
Naturopathic News SARAH LOBISCO, ND, IFMCP July 9-11, 2020 was blocked out in my calendar to attend the annual American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) convention. This year it would be a virtual experience; however, the event still provided...
Association Spotlight: Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association
Naturopathic News BARON GLASSGOW, IOM, CAE The mission of the Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association (AzNMA) is to promote naturopathic medicine and create opportunities for naturopathic physicians to thrive....
Managing Stress & Mood Disorders
ALYSSA DIRIENZO, ND Stress and anxiety are ubiquitous these days. Especially now – with the copious stressors associated with this pandemic, such as job loss, working from home, home-schooling, and now racial injustice as...
Mold & Pediatrics
Tolle Causam Lauren Tessier, ND Abstract This comprehensive clinical review by Dr. Lauren Tessier examines the far-reaching health impacts of mold and mycotoxin exposure in pediatric populations, challenging the under-recognition of mold as a significant...
Embracing Diversity in Curricula: Not Seen, Not Heard, Not Spoken, Not Learned
Fraser Smith, MATD, ND The opportunities for embracing diversity and racism issues in our curricula are limitless and must be met in earnest. This spring I was approached by my long-time mentor,...
FTC Warning Letters: The Unfortunate Reality of an Entrepreneurial Healthcare Profession
NODE SMITH, ND Many naturopathic doctors, in their yearning to support our communities and promote wellness during the COVID-19 pandemic, have discovered that their marketing language often conflicts with Federal Trade Commission...
Pediatric ADHD: Treatment with Multivitamins & Fish Oil
Tolle Causam Erica Zelfand, ND Abstract Pediatric ADHD is associated with deficiencies in key nutrients, including vitamin D, magnesium, iodine, B vitamins, and omega-3 fatty acids, which play critical roles in neurodevelopment, neurotransmitter function,...
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Co-Prescribing Probiotics with Antibiotics: The Case for Omni-Biotic AB 10
Omni-Biotic Human clinical trials demonstrate that functionally targeted Omni-Biotic AB 10 prevents diarrhea, reduces C. difficile risk, and eliminates multidrug resistant organism colonization in the gut. Introduction Antibiotics are among the most...
From PCOS to PMOS: What the Name Change Means for Your Practice
Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton, ND A clinical review of the landmark renaming of PCOS to PMOS and why this shift reframes the condition as a whole-body endocrine and metabolic disorder requiring broader assessment and long-term care. This article explores the recent...
Collaborative Fertility Care: How Naturopathic Doctors and Nurse Practitioners Can Expand Integrative Treatment Options
Dr. Nora Pope ND, FCP A clinical exploration of how collaborative ND–NP care can bridge prescribing limitations, integrate restorative fertility strategies, and expand access to individualized reproductive treatment. This article examines the clinical value of...
Resolving Fatigue, Food Sensitivities, and PMS in a 38-Year-Old Female: A Gut–HPA Axis Case Report
Dr. Brian Lamoreux, ND, MA, LPCC A clinical case exploring the interconnected roles of HPA axis dysfunction, gut dysbiosis, food reactivity, and stress physiology in new-onset fatigue and premenstrual symptoms. This case report follows a 38-year-old woman with...
A Naturopathic Detox from the COVID Era: Healing the Profession Through Truth and Compassion
Charley Cropley, N.D Abstract A reflective exploration of professional conflict within naturopathic medicine and a vitalist framework for restoring integrity, dialogue, and collective healing. This commentary examines the impact of the COVID era on the...
Why Naturopathic Doctors Recommend Different Treatments: Understanding Individualized Care in Naturopathic Medicine
Dr. Eli Camp, ND How vitalist principles, clinical judgment, and therapeutic order shape personalized treatment strategies for the same diagnosis. Abstract This article explains why two naturopathic doctors may recommend different treatments for the same...
Curcumin Benefits and Bioavailability: Separating Mechanism from Marketing
Devin Miles, ND Abstract This article reviews the clinical evidence supporting curcumin’s role in inflammation, joint health, and oxidative stress, including comparisons with conventional therapies such as NSAIDs. It also examines the challenges of curcumin...
GLP-1 Agonists and Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs): Lipophilic Toxin Mobilization During Rapid Fat Loss
Michael E. McEvoy, Kareem Kandil, ND This article examines the potential for rapid fat loss induced by GLP-1 agonist therapies to mobilize stored lipophilic persistent organic pollutants (POPs) from adipose tissue into circulation. It reviews evidence from weight loss...
Paris to Host Landmark Global Gathering for Naturopathic Medicine in 2026
10th Integrative & Naturopathic Medicine World Congress & Expo Returns for Its Milestone 10th Edition Paris — July 10–11, 2026 — The global stage is set for one of the most influential events in integrative healthcare as the 10th Integrative &...
Restorative Formulations Launches the NeuroSynergy Clinical Series
Four professional-grade formulas targeting distinct neurochemical pathways to support mood, stress resilience, and cognitive function are now available exclusively to licensed practitioners. Montpelier, VT, March 27, 2026 — Restorative Formulations has released the...
Quantum Energy Effects on Cell Recovery Rates
Author: Robert Sheaff, PhD, and Ian Mitchell Abstract This study investigated whether quantum field exposure generated by Leela Quantum Bloc Technology influences cell recovery rates in human cell lines. A series of double-blind experiments were conducted using Human...
Naturopathic Medicine Institute Announces Vital Gathering 2026: Clinical Training in Therapeutic Touch and Vitalist Practice
TEMPE, AZ / March 25, 2026 The Naturopathic Medicine Institute (NMI) announces Vital Gathering 2026, its annual continuing education conference for naturopathic physicians and students, taking place April 24–26, 2026, at Sonoran University of Health Sciences....
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Sports Medicine: Clinical Applications in Concussion and Musculoskeletal Injury
Joseph Thomas, MD, MBA, Fellow of Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine In collaboration with Oxygen Health Systems Abstract Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has gained traction as an adjunct in sports medicine, particularly in concussion management and musculoskeletal injury....
Quantum Fields and Frequency Medicine
RAZI BERRY Quantum Fields and Frequency Medicine A Conversation with Philipp Samor von Holtzendorff Fehling on Remote Quantum Technology and Human Performance Interest in frequency medicine and subtle energy technologies continues to grow...
Restorative Formulations Launches the NeuroSynergy Clinical Series
Four professional-grade formulas targeting distinct neurochemical pathways to support mood, stress resilience, and cognitive function are now available exclusively to licensed practitioners. Montpelier, VT, March 27, 2026 — Restorative Formulations has released the...
Quantum Energy Effects on Cell Recovery Rates
Author: Robert Sheaff, PhD, and Ian Mitchell Abstract This study investigated whether quantum field exposure generated by Leela Quantum Bloc Technology influences cell recovery rates in human cell lines. A series of double-blind experiments were conducted using Human...
Naturopathic Medicine Institute Announces Vital Gathering 2026: Clinical Training in Therapeutic Touch and Vitalist Practice
TEMPE, AZ / March 25, 2026 The Naturopathic Medicine Institute (NMI) announces Vital Gathering 2026, its annual continuing education conference for naturopathic physicians and students, taking place April 24–26, 2026, at Sonoran University of Health Sciences....
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Sports Medicine: Clinical Applications in Concussion and Musculoskeletal Injury
Joseph Thomas, MD, MBA, Fellow of Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine In collaboration with Oxygen Health Systems Abstract Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has gained traction as an adjunct in sports medicine, particularly in concussion management and musculoskeletal injury....
Quantum Fields and Frequency Medicine
RAZI BERRY Quantum Fields and Frequency Medicine A Conversation with Philipp Samor von Holtzendorff Fehling on Remote Quantum Technology and Human Performance Interest in frequency medicine and subtle energy technologies continues to grow...
Increased Intracellular NAD+ Levels via Oral Supplementation With a Novel Liposomal Delivery Method: A Non-Randomized Crossover Study
Blair E, Miller A, McDonald R. Introduction: NAD+ is a critical coenzyme for cellular energy production, DNA repair, and sirtuin activity, with levels known to decline with age. While oral NAD+ supplementation is proposed for healthy aging benefits, its efficacy in...
Epstein–Barr Virus (EBV) as a Contributor to Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS)
Dr. Todd Maderis, ND Exploring immune dysregulation, viral reactivation, mitochondrial impairment, and treatment implications in post-EBV fatigue syndromes. Abstract This article examines the role of Epstein–Barr virus (EBV) reactivation and immune exhaustion in the...
Intravenous Phosphatidylcholine in Severe Refractory Mast Cell Activation Syndrome: A Case Report
Melanie Stein, ND Clinical improvement in treatment-refractory MCAS with normal conventional biomarkers and profound oral intolerance through membrane lipid therapy. This case report describes a 34-year-old woman with severe, treatment-refractory mast cell...
PANS, PANDAS, and the Expanding Landscape of Post-Infectious Neuroimmune Syndromes Across the Lifespan
Dr. Carolyn Mukai, ND, Dr. Lynn Klassen, ND, Dr. Ece Toprak, ND Expanding recognition of infection-triggered neuroinflammation in children, adolescents, and adults—and the evolving role of integrative immune regulation. Abstract: This clinical commentary...
From Wheelchair to Garden: Restoring Function in Complex Post-Infectious Illness Through Foundational Naturopathic Care
Dr. Jenny Tufenkian, ND A phased naturopathic approach addressing foundational digestive stabilization, EBV reactivation, neuroinflammation, and autonomic dysfunction in a severely disabled patient. Abstract Background: Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue...
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Quantum Fields and Frequency Medicine
RAZI BERRY Quantum Fields and Frequency Medicine A Conversation with Philipp Samor von Holtzendorff Fehling on Remote Quantum Technology and Human Performance Interest in frequency medicine and subtle energy technologies continues to grow...
Increased Intracellular NAD+ Levels via Oral Supplementation With a Novel Liposomal Delivery Method: A Non-Randomized Crossover Study
Blair E, Miller A, McDonald R. Introduction: NAD+ is a critical coenzyme for cellular energy production, DNA repair, and sirtuin activity, with levels known to decline with age. While oral NAD+ supplementation is proposed for healthy aging benefits, its efficacy in...
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...
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Spring 2026 Conference: Advancing Care in the Era of Progressive Disease
Orchestrated by one of the leading authorities in naturopathic and integrative medicine, Dr. Paul Anderson will be presenting the 19th International hybrid CME conference for Advanced Applications in Medical Practice (AAMP) during May 15th to 17th in Scottsdale,...
Paris to Host Landmark Global Gathering for Naturopathic Medicine in 2026
10th Integrative & Naturopathic Medicine World Congress & Expo Returns for Its Milestone 10th Edition Paris — July 10–11, 2026 — The global stage is set for one of the most influential events in integrative healthcare as the 10th Integrative &...
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