Kurt Beil, ND The naturopathic profession holds the concept of Vis Medicatrix Naturae as one of its highest ideals. We define ourselves by an adherence to the philosophy that some power inherent within nature moderates the healing process, rather than by the use of...
Anxiety/Depression/Mental Health
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Cellulite and Carbon Dioxide Baths
Sussanna Czeranko, ND I put on the ‘fat suit’ and went outside and walked around. I was really nervous about being found out, but nobody would even make eye contact with me. It really upset me. – Gwyneth Paltrow For the first time ever, overweight people outnumber...
The Nature of the Counseling Relationship Within the Philosophy of Naturopathic Medicine
Hanna Ian, NMD, MS This article explores the dynamics of the counseling relationship specific to naturopathic philosophy. The role of the physician and the responsibility of the patient in the process of healing are central to the discussion of the counseling...
Behavioral Treatments for Insomnia
Catherine Darley, ND What exactly is disordered insomnia? The patient is unable to fall asleep within 30 minutes at bedtime, or experiences significant time awake in the middle of the night. In my practice, which provides naturopathic care exclusively for sleep...
Naturopathic Treatments for Traumatic Brain Injury
Alicia Gonzalez, ND My saga with brain injuries began when a soccer teammate fell during a game and suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI). He was rushed to the nearest trauma center and received top-notch care in the ER and ICU. Unfortunately, once he was discharged...
Non-Entrainment Neurofeedback
Trina Doerfler, ND, DC Discussion of the brain is everywhere these days … it’s on the cover of leading news magazines; public television has a series entitled “The Brain Fitness Program”; and more than a few books are being written on how to better understand and work...
Anxiety: Find the Cause
Robin DiPasquale, ND, RH(AHG) At a certain level, anxiety can be normal and useful, stimulating one to purposeful action. When in excess, however, it can interfere with one’s ability to function. Abnormal expressions of anxiety can range from a feeling of uneasiness,...
Improving Estrogen Dominance With Food and Herbal Medicine
Jillian Stansbury, ND Estrogen dominance is extremely common in the general U.S. population and is associated with the discomforts of PMS, the pathologies of breast cysts, ovarian cysts and uterine fibroids, as well as contributory to the emergence of hormone-related...
Irregular Menstruation: Overview and Case Studies
Marie Rodriguez, ND Many women report getting periods early, late or even skipping a period altogether during times of greater stress – a move, travel, new job, etc. Irregular periods can affect up to 20% of women, and are often harmless. It is when a woman reports...
Opium Helps Woman with Depression and Anxiety
Michele Deisering, ND This patient was a 61-year-old woman who was referred by a therapist in the community. She was seeking treatment for depression and anxiety. Initial Intake, December 2007 Patient: I can’t figure myself out, which is hard for someone who has...