By Alexis Chesney, MS, ND, LAc Abstract Babesiosis is an emerging tick-borne parasitic infection in the United States caused primarily by Babesia microti and Babesia duncani. Transmitted by Ixodes ticks, babesiosis has expanded beyond its traditional strongholds in...
A clinical and creative exploration of how vibrational sound therapies and mindfulness practices can regulate the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and enhance emotional well-being in adolescents. Tanvi Gandhi, ND, L.Ac. Abstract Music communicates non-verbally and...
Michael Friedman, ND Abstract This case study explores the use of kava (Piper methysticum)and Rauwolfia vomitoria in two siblings with PTSD and ODD in an older child, and PTSD and ADHD in the younger child, following severe early-life trauma. Under naturopathic...
David A. Tallman, DC, NMD Abstract This article discusses three cases of acute traumatic complete anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) ruptures that were treated with regenerative injection therapy. The cases include before and after magnetic resonance (MR) scans...
A comprehensive review of how targeted oral probiotics like Streptococcus salivarius K12 support the oral microbiome, improve ENT health, and may offer broader immune benefits in children.* Jamie Oskin, ND, DTBRm, DHANP Abstract Children’s immune resilience is closely...
DARIENNE SLATER, NMD Overcoming Overwhelm: Dismantle Your Stress from the Inside Out Dr Samantha Brody, a naturopathic physician, has used her 20 years of clinical experience to complete a clear and concise 4-step guide to overcoming and minimizing stress in life. In...
Shandor Weiss, ND, LAc The purpose of this discussion is to propose a hypothesis: Human endocrine regulation has evolved to be dependent on environmental (exogenous) sources of hormones as supplied by diet. This hypothesis is based on the observation of many factors...
Dicken Weatherby, ND and Donald R. Yance, CN, MH, RH The majority of Americans older than 40 or 50 years of age live highly stressful lives. They tend to use at least one type of stimulant on a daily basis and generally have at least one major health problem. In many...
Timothy Schwaiger, NMD The use of salivary cortisol in evaluating a patient’s condition can be a valuable tool for physicians. Although there is a vast quantity of research in this area, the laboratory results can be confusing when trying to choose a therapy best...
David Schleich, PhD In recent months we have been considering the value to our naturopathic colleges to develop an institutional research (IR) department. It is important in this process to take into account what Middaugh describes as "possible interactions of...
Connie Sanchez, ND The American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) reports that up to 27 million Americans may have some type of thyroid disorder, and that more than half of those remain undiagnosed (2008). In his book, Thyroid Power, Dr. Richard...
David Schleich, PhD In the past two columns we have looked at Institutional Research (IR) models that presume the use of credible data which, in turn is invaluable in strategic planning, both short and long term. Our understanding of data types is key to the design...
Rick Liva RPh, ND The reality of this industry is that some commonly used botanical extracts and other raw materials used to make natural products have high residual levels of potentially harmful toxic chemicals. Most of us don't realize that these chemicals may exist...
Kelly Green Jennings, ND, MSOM There are moments in our lives when the world splits open and forces us to decide what is most important to us and what we are going to do. These moments are highlighted by a clarity of memory that may seem uncanny, and often are tinged...
Alexsia Priolo Understanding the signs, risk factors, screening tools, and family-wide impacts of paternal postpartum depression—and how clinicians can better support fathers throughout the perinatal period. Abstract This article highlights paternal postpartum...
Lina Mockus, ND Emerging research reveals that gut-derived inflammation, microbial metabolites, and metabolic dysfunction link intestinal health to cardiovascular disease and prostate disorders—highlighting key opportunities for naturopathic, lifestyle, and...
Dr. Fatimah Hamade, PharmD Understanding Male Hypogonadism, Hormone Balancing, and the Role of Personalized Compounding in Optimizing Testosterone Therapy Abstract This article reviews the clinical foundations of male hypogonadism, testosterone evaluation, and...
Phranq D. Tamburri, NMD Abstract: A rare Gleason 10 prostate cancer in an 80‑year‑old veteran with a persistently low PSA challenges conventional risk models, highlights the limits of PSA‑based screening, and illustrates how active surveillance, patient personality,...
Altered Brain Development May Set Path to Addiction Substance use before age 15 fundamentally changes brain structure, with research on 9,804 children showing specific patterns of damage. Early users display larger overall brain volume but dangerously thinner...
By Lillea Hartwell, ND, RH The gap between men’s health and women’s health continues to grow. In fact, “According to most health studies, men generally have a shorter life expectancy than women.”1 Getting to the root cause of why seems to be a multi-layered issue....
Apples, Tea, Dark Chocolate, and Red Peppers Show Liver Health Benefits A groundbreaking prospective study reveals that a diverse diet rich in flavonoids could significantly protect against nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), offering a comprehensive nutritional...
Study Shows Deep Learning Can "Predict" Impossible Diet Links A new study exposes a critical flaw in how artificial intelligence analyzes medical images by showing AI can make accurate predictions about things it shouldn't be able to detect. Using a dataset of over...
Study Shows Past Anti-Beef Research May Have Been Biased A landmark clinical trial analysis revealed that common concerns about beef consumption and heart health may have been influenced by lower-quality research. This comprehensive review found that unprocessed beef...
Daily EGCG Supplement Restores Heart Function to Youthful Levels Scientists have discovered that a key compound from green tea can protect aging hearts from losing function, potentially offering a simple way to prevent heart problems in older adults. The study found...
Active Lifestyle Reduces Brain Age Gap by Up to 45% in 70-Year-Olds A groundbreaking study of healthy 70-year-olds reveals that lifestyle choices dramatically influence whether our brains appear "older" or "younger" than our actual age. Scientists found that regular...
39% Difference in Cancer Cell Growth Between Diet Groups A targeted diet low in omega-6 and high in omega-3 fatty acids, plus fish oil supplements, significantly slowed prostate cancer cell growth in men with early-stage disease. The UCLA-led clinical trial...
Hearts Regenerate Tissue 6x Faster When Given Rest Scientists have uncovered that human hearts can naturally regenerate damaged tissue when given adequate rest periods, with regeneration rates increasing up to 600% above normal under optimal conditions. This discovery...
Node Smith, ND What follows are ideas, questions, and food for thought. While they certainly stem from my own personal opinion, what is offered is part of a conversation that each and every student, faculty member, school administrator, and the profession as a whole...
Daily EGCG Supplement Restores Heart Function to Youthful Levels Scientists have discovered that a key compound from green tea can protect aging hearts from losing function, potentially offering a simple way to prevent heart problems in older adults. The study found...
Active Lifestyle Reduces Brain Age Gap by Up to 45% in 70-Year-Olds A groundbreaking study of healthy 70-year-olds reveals that lifestyle choices dramatically influence whether our brains appear "older" or "younger" than our actual age. Scientists found that regular...
39% Difference in Cancer Cell Growth Between Diet Groups A targeted diet low in omega-6 and high in omega-3 fatty acids, plus fish oil supplements, significantly slowed prostate cancer cell growth in men with early-stage disease. The UCLA-led clinical trial...
Hearts Regenerate Tissue 6x Faster When Given Rest Scientists have uncovered that human hearts can naturally regenerate damaged tissue when given adequate rest periods, with regeneration rates increasing up to 600% above normal under optimal conditions. This discovery...
Node Smith, ND What follows are ideas, questions, and food for thought. While they certainly stem from my own personal opinion, what is offered is part of a conversation that each and every student, faculty member, school administrator, and the profession as a whole...
High Omega-3 Diet Reduces Cancer Proliferation Marker by 15% A groundbreaking clinical trial reveals a potential dietary strategy that could transform prostate cancer management for men on active surveillance. The study demonstrates how targeted nutritional...
Regular coffee drinkers gain 1.84 years of life expectancy, with maximum benefits at 3 cups daily. Coffee extends life through multiple biological pathways, with research showing regular drinkers live nearly two years longer. Studies across 50+ global populations...
First long-term evidence of neurological improvement after stem cell treatment in previously incurable spinal injuries Neural stem cell transplantation successfully improved neurological function in patients with chronic spinal cord injuries. This groundbreaking study...
Jared Zeff, ND, FNMI, LAc The following is not an article prepared for a medical journal. Not every statement of fact is cited or referenced. This is a commentary on medicine—a running set of observations about practice in the field. It’s not meant to be a...
New research reveals babies actively combat diseases like Zika before birth, challenging long-held beliefs about fetal vulnerability. Groundbreaking research reveals fetuses possess a sophisticated immune system that fights infections independently while in the womb....
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According to a recent study from Stanford University, a newly identified peptide known as BRP may offer a safer alternative to Ozempic for weight loss. Unlike GLP-1 receptor agonists such as Ozempic, BRP works independently of the incretin pathway and does not cause...
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has directed the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to review and potentially revise the "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS) rule. The goal is to close a regulatory loophole that allows food companies to...
