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Naturopathic Applications of Mild Hyperthermia

  Applications in Practice John H. Furlong, ND Naturopathic medicine sits at a crossroads. As we progress through the 21st century, we have an opportunity to re-assert our unique leadership place in natural medicine. We can challenge ourselves to build on our...

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Psudoscience

Razi Ann Berry, Publisher   After 20 years publishing NDNR’s Applied Naturopathic Medicine journal, I've watched "dangerous pseudoscience" become the standard of care. You may remember we were called irresponsible for publishing IV nutrient protocols. Now there's...

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Homeopathy

Razi Ann Berry, Publisher   We started publishing homeopathic medicine cases in 2005. Many told me I would kill our credibility, that it was “pseudoscience” or that no  serious medical journal would touch it. I was told I’d never attract conventional doctors as...

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Georges Canguilhem: One Important Vitalist We Rarely Hear About

Georges Canguilhem: One Important Vitalist We Rarely Hear About

Education David J. Schleich, PhD When I was in graduate school studying literature and philosophy, I was drawn to the work of Bergson, Whitehead, and Deleuze. Later, though, I came across the work of Georges Canguilhem, a seminal theorist in our era about vitalism. I...

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The Calcium Controversy: A Cardiovascular Risk?

Ronald Steriti, ND, PhD Abstract Two recent studies have shown that calcium supplementation (as monotherapy) was associated with increased cardiovascular risk. Magnesium and potassium may be the missing minerals needed for the prevention of disease. Calcium A recent...

Demystifying Professional Formation

David J. Schleich, PhD Although in use for many years in the higher education literature about professions such as medicine, law, architecture, dentistry, and so on, the term “professional formation” continues to befuddle those who encounter it. Our own naturopathic...

The Thyroid Web

Cheryl Kasdorf, ND The thyroid is the central gear in the complex web of metabolism and extremely sensitive to minor imbalances in other areas of physiology. An astute clinician should always ask what else is going wrong, as a result and cause, when they identify a...

Iodine’s New Paradigm: More… or Less?

Alan Christianson, NMD Iodine – not too much, not too little. In Arizona, many retirees spend their summers elsewhere. To me, it marks the change of seasons to welcome my 'snowbirds' back in the fall and see them off in the spring. Several years ago I had a kind...

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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...

Inflammation During Pregnancy Permanently Rewires the Brain

Lifelong Cognitive Health Begins in the Womb With Immune-Driven Brain Changes Inflammation during pregnancy eliminates 70 percent of fetal brain cells responsible for forming critical neural circuits. These changes are visible on MRI scans at birth and are linked to...

Gastrointestinal Disease Costs U.S. $111.8 Billion Annually

GI Health Burden Highlights Urgent Need for Improved Treatment and Research In 2021, gastrointestinal diseases cost the U.S. healthcare system $111.8 billion. Conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affect millions,...

Antibiotics at Birth Suppress Infant Immune Development

Microbiome Disruption Reduces Key Immune Cells in Newborns Infants given antibiotics within the first days of life show measurable suppression of immune system development. A new study found that antibiotic exposure during the neonatal window disrupts gut microbiota,...

The (Not So) Hidden Health Effects of Fast Fashion

Unveiling the Environmental and Health Costs of Trendy, Affordable Clothing By Nozomi Gonzalez, ND Introduction We live in one of the trendiest times in history. Trends in fashion have existed almost as long as humans have worn clothes, but for most of the past, only...

All Exercise Improves Brain Function at Every Age

Cognitive Performance Enhanced by Physical Activity Across the Lifespan Even short bouts of physical activity improve memory, focus, and mental clarity across every age group. Children show better attention and task persistence after 20 minutes of structured play....

1 in 10 Adult Stimulant Users Develop Use Disorder

Misuse increases risk by 14 times in adults aged 18 to 49 Among US adults aged 18 to 64 who use prescription stimulants, 9 percent meet criteria for stimulant use disorder. One in four report misuse, and 73 percent of those with stimulant use disorder have a history...

The (Not So) Hidden Health Effects of Fast Fashion

Unveiling the Environmental and Health Costs of Trendy, Affordable Clothing By Nozomi Gonzalez, ND Introduction We live in one of the trendiest times in history. Trends in fashion have existed almost as long as humans have worn clothes, but for most of the past, only...

All Exercise Improves Brain Function at Every Age

Cognitive Performance Enhanced by Physical Activity Across the Lifespan Even short bouts of physical activity improve memory, focus, and mental clarity across every age group. Children show better attention and task persistence after 20 minutes of structured play....

1 in 10 Adult Stimulant Users Develop Use Disorder

Misuse increases risk by 14 times in adults aged 18 to 49 Among US adults aged 18 to 64 who use prescription stimulants, 9 percent meet criteria for stimulant use disorder. One in four report misuse, and 73 percent of those with stimulant use disorder have a history...

2025 NDNR Impact Report

At NDNR, we are more than just a publication—we're a vibrant community dedicated to elevating and advancing the field of naturopathic medicine. Since 2005, we've proudly served as the unbiased voice for naturopathic doctors across North America, bringing you monthly...

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