Jordan Robertson, ND Understanding the link between nocturia and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can improve screening and treatment outcomes, especially in women. Key Takeaways Patients with nocturia have an increased risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and may...
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Suzanne Blaising, PhD, Mary Rondeau, ND Exploring how psychedelic therapy, particularly psilocybin, enhances holistic mental health care by promoting neuroplasticity, emotional breakthroughs, and sustainable recovery. Introduction: The conventional mental health care...
Flavors Are Neuroendocrine Signals That Direct Nutrient Intake and Body Metabolism Have you ever wondered why certain foods taste delicious during childhood or why adolescents seem drawn to bold flavors? From infancy through adolescence, our bodies are hardwired to...
Research shows the relationship between alcohol use and nutrient depletion is bi-directional. Chronic drinking depletes key nutrients, and pre-existing deficiencies increase vulnerability to alcohol’s effects. Alcohol use typically begins early. The average age of...
Education David J. Schleich, PhD Naturopathic medicine is a profession that is busy crafting and holding space in an expensive, eschewing healthcare landscape where orthodox allopathic medicine holds the key cards. It is also an idea, though, quite unlike biomedicine,...
Debi Walker, ND Lidia Dounaevskaia, ND The art and science of oncology has been around for centuries. Egyptians documented characteristics and survival of women with breast tumors, and the oldest tumor registry dates back to 300-1500BC. Hippocrates coined the terms...
Dan Labriola, ND Introduction There is no shortage of potential natural treatments for cancer. They are in literally every natural medicine journal in articles, advertising, reviews and original research. What you won’t find, however, is a corresponding number of...
Leslie Axelrod, ND, LAc Naturopathic medicine is an art in which we can appreciate simplicity, especially when treating complicated conditions such as autoimmune disease. It is impressive to note that there is a single point on the body that can have a dramatic effect...
David M. Brady, ND, DC, CCN, DACBN This article is one in a series of Clinical Rounds that has been appearing periodically in NDNR. Real case studies from Dr. Brady’s practice are presented. It is his aim to present interesting cases that will facilitate thought and...
David Schleich, PhD Last issue we considered how identifying funding sources and social orientation could help classify our schools. There are a number of typologies into which our colleges might fit, though, apart from these two key variables. The “social enterprise”...
David J. Schleich, PhD CNME-accredited schools (and programs) do not always fit neatly into a typology of higher education institutions, nor of institutions located in the non-profit sector of higher education, especially professional preparation within that group...
John Hahn, DPM, ND As a practicing podiatric physician and surgeon for more than 30 years, I have been exposed to many forms of therapy for common foot conditions that were mostly allopathic in nature. Not until I was trained as a naturopathic physician at NCNM...
David J. Schleich, PhD As we move faster along the path of professional formation for the naturopathic community in North America, we would be wise to capture collectively and share the energy, networks and knowledge of the governing bodies of the Association of...
Maura Henninger, ND Understanding the gut–brain connection reveals how stress, the autonomic nervous system, and the microbiome shape digestion, immunity, and emotional well-being—and how naturopathic care can restore balance. Abstract The gut–brain axis is a...
Lauren Geyman, ND This case highlights how a naturopathic protocol—combining antiparasitic botanicals, targeted probiotics, and fermented foods—successfully eradicated Entamoeba histolytica while restoring gut balance and reducing inflammation. Abstract: Infection...
Christine Bowen, ND, FABNG Abstract Celiac disease (CD) is increasingly recognized as a systemic autoimmune condition whose psychiatric and neurological manifestations often precede or overshadow gastrointestinal symptoms. Evidence demonstrates strong associations...
Anna Kolomitseva, ND A 51-year-old woman with severe steatosis and minimal fibrosis achieved early liver and metabolic improvements through a Mediterranean-style diet, low-impact activity, sleep support, and adjunctive nutraceuticals co-managed with conventional...
…the prevalence of metabolic syndrome ranged from just under 20% for 20 to 39 year olds to almost 50% of those aged 60…
NDs in Washington State will soon—October!—have an expanded range, including the ability to diagnose autism spectrum disorders, cerebral palsy, and other neurological conditions and developmental delays. Due in huge part to the Washington Association of Naturopathic...
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects up to 1% of the world’s population.1 The Journal of Ayurveda Integrative Medicine published an article evaluating the clinical outcome of Ayurveda whole system intervention—oral medicines, local therapy, and dietary...
Self-compassion can contribute to better mental health. Compassion focused therapy may help those with mental illness self-soothe and better deal with feelings and thoughts in a mindful, balanced way. An article recently published in Behaviour Research and Therapy...
One sleepless night is annoying. For those with persistent insomnia coupled with a comorbidity, such as generalized anxiety disorder, it can be negatively life-altering. In a Cureus case report, a 27-year-old man, suffering from insomnia for over 2 decades, tried...
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease severely impacts the life of patients. What affect can yoga or tai chi have on those with COPD? A study published in Scientific Reports evaluated mind–body exercises and their impacts on stable COPD patients. Using registers and...
Are you and your patients drinking enough water? We all know water is good for us, but did you know proper water intake may play a role in healthy aging? Suboptimal hydration may accelerate aging and increase the risk of chronic diseases and premature death. A study...
A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine reports the efficacy of telehealth-delivered mindfulness-based interventions (MBI). Over 690 veterans with chronic pain and a psychiatric comorbidity completed a trial of either group or self-paced MBI vs usual care. The...
A recent study by Australian researchers published in the European Journal of Nutrition sheds light on magnesium's critical role in maintaining DNA integrity, particularly for healthy middle-aged adults. The study reveals that low levels of magnesium, especially when...
How beneficial are potentially drugless healing systems, including naturopathy? Two doctors in India with Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Science degrees asked that question in an Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine article. A comprehensive review of the...
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease severely impacts the life of patients. What affect can yoga or tai chi have on those with COPD? A study published in Scientific Reports evaluated mind–body exercises and their impacts on stable COPD patients. Using registers and...
Are you and your patients drinking enough water? We all know water is good for us, but did you know proper water intake may play a role in healthy aging? Suboptimal hydration may accelerate aging and increase the risk of chronic diseases and premature death. A study...
A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine reports the efficacy of telehealth-delivered mindfulness-based interventions (MBI). Over 690 veterans with chronic pain and a psychiatric comorbidity completed a trial of either group or self-paced MBI vs usual care. The...
A recent study by Australian researchers published in the European Journal of Nutrition sheds light on magnesium's critical role in maintaining DNA integrity, particularly for healthy middle-aged adults. The study reveals that low levels of magnesium, especially when...
How beneficial are potentially drugless healing systems, including naturopathy? Two doctors in India with Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Science degrees asked that question in an Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine article. A comprehensive review of the...
Nearly 47% of U.S. adults suffer from hypertension, a condition marked by consistently high blood pressure. Often called the "silent killer," hypertension can lead to serious health issues like stroke and heart and kidney disease. Since it usually shows no symptoms,...
A recent study published in Stroke, the journal of the American Stroke Association, reveals that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) may be more effective than traditional moderate-intensity exercise for stroke survivors. The research, led by Kevin Moncion, PhD,...
Homeopathy has been in use since the late 17th century. A 2023 meta-analysis of randomized, placebo-controlled trials revealed “significant positive effects of homoeopathy beyond placebo” and stated that “The quality of evidence for positive effects of homoeopathy...
A significant study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS) has revealed alarming trends in cancer incidence and mortality rates among younger generations. Published in The Lancet Public Health, the study found that incidence rates have continued to...
Nature Cure Clinical Pearls JARED L. ZEFF, ND, VNMI, 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 the medicine, a running set of observations about practice in...
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Key Findings: Researchers from Mass General Brigham found that consuming two or more servings of yogurt per week was associated with a 20% lower incidence of Bifidobacterium-positive proximal colon cancer. The study followed over 150,000 participants for more than...
New research shows that tiny plastic particles in soil and water can increase the amount of toxic chemicals plants and human cells absorb, raising fresh concerns about food safety. Two studies from Rutgers Health found that lettuce exposed to both micro- and...
