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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...
The Role of Histamine and Serotonin in Upper GI Motility: Clinical Insights from Three Case Reviews
Bradley Bush, ND Exploring how neuroimmune imbalances between histamine and serotonin contribute to dysmotility, GERD, and bloating—and how targeted integrative strategies can improve outcomes. Abstract This article reviews the interplay between histamine and...
FDA Removes Black Box Warnings from Hormone Replacement Therapy
New review of research shows benefits outweigh risks for women who start treatment within 10 years of menopause onset After more than two decades, the FDA is finally removing the black box warnings that have kept millions of women from accessing hormone replacement...
Micronutrient Deficiencies and Glucose Dysregulation: Clinical Implications for Insulin Resistance
Pamela Frank, BSc, ND Learn how critical micronutrients like chromium, magnesium, and zinc impact glucose metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and the prevention of chronic conditions like Type 2 diabetes. Abstract Micronutrient deficiencies play a crucial role in the...
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Endocrine Impacts of Mycotoxins
Tolle Causam Lauren Tessier, ND There has been a groundswell of information recently about mold, mycotoxins, and their impacts on health. Many in the allopathic community are familiar with fungal allergies and fungal infections but are much less familiar with, or even...
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Neurasthenia
Sussanna Czeranko, ND Past Pearls “Every hysterical person is a neurasthenic but not every neurasthenic is hysterical.” Otto Juettner, A.M., Sc.M., Ph.D., M.D., 1916 “Stimulants like drugs used for the relief of [neurasthenia] have been invented for both the patient...
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Tolle Totum A Homeopathic Perspective on Fatigue as an Endocrine Issue Cheryl A. Kasdorf, NMD A discussion of the Sycotic and Tuberculinic miasms − with two case studies. Docere Ayurveda and Diabetes Care: A Multifaceted Approach Virender Sodhi, ND, MD (Ayurved) A...
Prevention, Diagnostics and Treatment Pearls for Renal Disease
Heather Aura Wdowin, NMD, CH One of my irreverent colleagues has a comical view of organ relationships, loosely based on Chinese medicine. The liver is like the eldest child: a resilient, responsible, overachiever who can bounce back after just about anything. The...
Melissa and Other Dopaminergic Herbs Useful in Treatment of PCOS
Jillian Stansbury, ND Dopamine is increasingly being recognized as a key regulatory neurohormone in the hypothalamus and the pituitary. Dopamine and L-Dopa inhibit the release of some pituitary hormones. Most notable are prolactin and luteinizing hormone (LH);...
Ayurveda and Diabetes Care: A Multifaceted Approach
Virender Sodhi, ND, MD (Ayurved) The Ayurvedic tradition has much to offer when it comes to diabetes care. Diabetes is a complex condition with devastating and often fatal complications. Every practitioner knows that lifestyle issues must be addressed if the diabetic...
A Homeopathic Perspective on Fatigue as an Endocrine Issue
Cheryl A. Kasdorf, NMD “Homeostasis is the establishment of a balanced relationship between the dietary, hormonal, and nervous functions (systems) of the body. The purpose, therefore, in Endocrinology is to strive primarily to attain this state of balance and...
Coffee, Glucose and Unnecessary Guilt?
Ryan Bradley, ND, MPH; Bill Walter, LMP, ND (Cand. 2009) Introduction I recall my first year in naturopathic medical school when I slinked into the cafeteria, head hung low, feeling guilty about my nervous anticipation of those first few sips of strong, dark brew...
Are Bioidentical Hormones What Hormone Balancing Is Really About?
David Greenspan, ND It is wonderful to see, as we have seen in so many places in medicine, that principles and practices of naturopathic medicine are becoming recognized as valid and safe when it comes to hormone balancing and hormone replacement therapy. As with many...
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Microplastics and Nanoplastics: Emerging Health Risks and Clinical Implications
Frasier Smith, ND Abstract Understanding how persistent plastic particles infiltrate human physiology—and what clinicians can do to help patients mitigate exposure and health impacts. Micro- and nanoplastic exposure is now ubiquitous, with growing evidence linking...
Quantum Energy Field and Its Effects on Cellular ATP Production Rates in Human Cells
Author: Robert Sheaff, PhD, and Ian Mitchell Abstract This study investigated whether quantum field exposure generated by Quantum Upgrade based on Leela Quantum technology, influences adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production in human cell lines. This double-blind...
The Fertility Factor No One Talks About: Men’s Energetic Health
Dr. Laura Chan, ND, L.Ac. While male fertility is usually framed around sperm quality and lifestyle, emotional suppression and energetic stagnation may play a critical role in sexual vitality, reproductive wellness, and overall health. Abstract This article explores...
Seeing Beyond the Mirror: How Psilocybin Could Transform Body Dysmorphic Disorder Treatment
Georgiana Cullen-Kerney, ND, LAc Emerging research reveals that psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, may offer a groundbreaking approach to treating Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) by enhancing cognitive flexibility and reducing obsessive thought...
Nighttime Urination and Sleep Apnea: The Overlooked Connection
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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Bridging the Gap: Psychedelic Medicine and the Holistic Model in Psychiatry
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...
Flavor as Medicine: The Science of Taste is Key to Better Health
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...
Alcohol Use and Nutrient Deficiency: A Self-Reinforcing Cycle
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...
Depression Appears 8 Years Before Pain Begins
Study Confirms Naturopathic Understanding of Depression-Pain Connection A 21-year longitudinal study tracking over 7,300 adults has documented that depression symptoms begin rising significantly up to eight years before pain develops. Published in eClinicalMedicine by...
Resolving Acne Vulgaris Through Gut and Hormone Support: A Case Study
By Chelsea Smithback, ND Introduction Acne vulgaris is a very common skin condition, with a prevalence rate ranging from 25% to 95% among adolescents. It is more common in males than females. Acne can persist into adulthood or have a delayed onset during this stage of...
Targeting Menopausal Acne: Hormone Balancing and Skin Barrier Support in Practice
Aarti Patel, ND ABSTRACT This case study explores menopausal acne in a 55-year-old female with severe skin barrier damage from a history of using medical-grade prescription, as well as over-the-counter acne topicals, along with a more recent history of supplementing...
Mechanisms of Aging and Neurodegeneration
Exploring Thiamine Deficiency, Catecholamine Toxicity, and Angiotensin II Quinn Rivet, ND Exploring how thiamine deficiency, catecholamine-induced neurotoxicity, and Angiotensin II contribute to neurodegeneration and aging in the brain. Introduction This paper aims to...
Alcohol Use and Nutrient Deficiency: A Self-Reinforcing Cycle
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...
Depression Appears 8 Years Before Pain Begins
Study Confirms Naturopathic Understanding of Depression-Pain Connection A 21-year longitudinal study tracking over 7,300 adults has documented that depression symptoms begin rising significantly up to eight years before pain develops. Published in eClinicalMedicine by...
Resolving Acne Vulgaris Through Gut and Hormone Support: A Case Study
By Chelsea Smithback, ND Introduction Acne vulgaris is a very common skin condition, with a prevalence rate ranging from 25% to 95% among adolescents. It is more common in males than females. Acne can persist into adulthood or have a delayed onset during this stage of...
Targeting Menopausal Acne: Hormone Balancing and Skin Barrier Support in Practice
Aarti Patel, ND ABSTRACT This case study explores menopausal acne in a 55-year-old female with severe skin barrier damage from a history of using medical-grade prescription, as well as over-the-counter acne topicals, along with a more recent history of supplementing...
Mechanisms of Aging and Neurodegeneration
Exploring Thiamine Deficiency, Catecholamine Toxicity, and Angiotensin II Quinn Rivet, ND Exploring how thiamine deficiency, catecholamine-induced neurotoxicity, and Angiotensin II contribute to neurodegeneration and aging in the brain. Introduction This paper aims to...
Breaking the Cycle: Understanding PCOS-Related Skin Manifestations
Pathophysiology, Clinical Implications, and Evidence-Based Naturopathic Interventions Galina Mironova, ND Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex endocrine disorder with systemic effects, including significant dermatologic manifestations. Acne, hirsutism,...
New Research Validates Naturopathic View of Neurological Disease
Golf course herbicides cause dopaminergic neuron death and initiate Parkinson's disease Decades of naturopathic medicine casework on pesticide-linked neurological decline are now confirmed by population-based data showing increased Parkinson's risk near golf courses....
NDNR Welcomes Dr. Kareem Kandil, MD, ND as New Medical Director
Scottsdale, Arizona – May 13, 2025 – Naturopathic Doctor News & Review (NDNR) proudly welcomes Dr. Kareem Kandil, MD, ND, as its incoming Medical Director. Dr. Kandil brings an exceptional combination of expertise spanning clinical practice, academic instruction,...
From Pain to Relief: A Shingles Victory with Homeopathy
Michael Knapp, ND, DHANP How a 51-Year-Old Female Achieved Fast Relief from Shingles Using Classical Homeopathy Abstract This case illustrates the successful treatment of shingles with individualized homœpathic medicine in a 51-year-old female. The outcome is...
Geriatric Syndrome—Bone Up, Muscle Up, and More with Myostatin Inhibition
Chris D. Meletis, N.D. How Myostatin Inhibition Supports Bone Density, Prevents Sarcopenia, and Enhances Musculoskeletal Health in Aging Populations Osteoporosis and sarcopenia are major concerns for aging individuals, often leading to fractures and loss of...
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