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Inhibiting Myostatin To Promote Muscle Mass in Men

Inhibiting Myostatin To Promote Muscle Mass in Men

Chris D. Meletis, N.D. With age, the sails of our sailboat become deflated unless we take a proactive approach to fight the statistical trends. This is never more true than with the loss of muscle mass. After age 30, people lose about 3% to 5% of their muscle mass...

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Eryngium, Epilobium, and Fouquieria: Overlooked Men’s Health Herbs

Eric Yarnell, ND, RH(AHG) Most naturopathic physicians are of course familiar with the use of Serenoa repens (saw palmetto) and a handful of other herbs (Prunus africanum [pygeum] and Urtica dioica [nettles] root) in men’s health. Because few naturopathic physicians...

When Athletes Test Positive

Dr. Chris Spooner B.Sc., NMD When working with elite athletes, there are several issues that naturopathic physicians must be aware of. First and foremost, you must have an appreciation for the extent to which athletes are tested for banned substances, and the...

Scalp Rejuvenation

By Suneil Jain, NMD A 52-year-old female presented with alopecia and pruritic scalp. With a diagnosis of vitiligo and lichen planopilaris, the patient has been treated for the past seven years at the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ. She has cycled between various...

Case Study: Prevention of Renal Stones in a Professional Athlete

Stephen W. Parcell, ND A 30-year-oldmale triathlete presented in June of 2004 with a history of renal stones occurring after the Ironman events (2000 and 2002). Each episode required hospital admission for pain control. The patient expressed significant anxiety and...

Xenoestrogens—The Assault on Reproductive Health

Eric Yarnell, ND, RH(AHG) Synthetic compounds structurally distinct from estrogen that nevertheless act as estrogen receptor agonists are known as xenoestrogens. The list of xenoestrogenic compounds that industry has polluted the globe with is long and...

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Digoxin Prescribed to Some Patients Can Lead To Higher Death Risk

Digoxin Prescribed to Some Patients Can Lead To Higher Death Risk

According to a study published Aug. 11 in The Journal of the American College of Cardiology, doctors need to use caution when prescribing digoxin to patients with atrial fibrillation as it can cause debilitating strokes. The print version will appear Aug. 19. Digoxin,...

Actionable Habits That Help You Lose Weight and Stay Healthy

Actionable Habits That Help You Lose Weight and Stay Healthy

  Simone McFarlane Achieving sustainable weight loss isn’t about dramatic diets or fleeting willpower; it’s about forming habits that support your body’s natural balance and energy. Wellness-focused changes that are consistent, manageable, and grounded in how...

New Study Links Smartphone Attention to Reduced Body Awareness

Research finds smartphone stimuli trigger heart rate changes and diminish the ability to sense internal bodily signals A recent study published in Communications Psychology has uncovered concerning links between smartphones and our internal bodily awareness. Our...

Homeopathic Case Study: Treating PANDAS with Tarentula Hispanica

A Case Study on Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Strep (PANDAS) Successfully Managed with Homeopathy By Jennifer Bahr, ND, DHANP, FMAPS Background Summary & Initial Case History:  LW was an 8-year-old female who presented to my...

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....

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...

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