Functional Fermentation: Naturopathic Treatment of Entamoeba histolytica

by Razi Ann Berry | Oct 1, 2025 | 2025 | October, Gastrointestinal, Gastrointestinal Health

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...

The Gut–Brain Axis: How the Nervous System Shapes Gut Health

by Razi Ann Berry | Oct 1, 2025 | 2025 | October, Gastrointestinal, Gastrointestinal Health

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 dynamic...

Akkermansia muciniphila: Clinical Insights on a Next-Generation Probiotic

by Razi Ann Berry | Oct 1, 2025 | 2025 | October, Gastrointestinal, Gastrointestinal Health

Sara Love, ND A clinician’s guide to when—and when not—to use A. muciniphila: evidence for gut-barrier support, metabolic and immune effects, pasteurized vs live formulations, and patient selection. Abstract Akkermansia muciniphila is an emerging “next-generation”...

The Silent Toll: How Celiac Disease Drives Psychiatric and Neurological Disorders

by Razi Ann Berry | Oct 1, 2025 | 2025 | October, Gastrointestinal, Gastrointestinal Health

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...

The Elephant in the Room: Navigating Conversations About Eating Disorders with GI Patients

by NDNR | Dec 11, 2024 | 2024, Anxiety/Depression/Mental Health, December, Gastrointestinal, Mind/Body

Jayne DuBois, ND Eating disorders are complex psychiatric conditions that frequently present in medical settings under the guise of benign gastrointestinal symptoms such as constipation, bloating, or abdominal pain. Because of the way that these disorders manifest in...

Biofeedback Training for a Young Woman with Anxiety and Chronic Constipation

by NDNR | Dec 6, 2024 | 2024, Anxiety/Depression/Mental Health, December, Gastrointestinal, Mind/Body

Samantha Pryor, ND Constipation is defined as having fewer than 3 bowel movements per week, often accompanied by difficulty defecating. As naturopaths, we agree that daily Bristol Type 4 bowel movements that feel complete are the most indicative of a healthy digestive...