KHIVAN OBEROI, ND ERIN FIX, ND Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is well known for having a complex hormonal and metabolic pathophysiology. Patients may seek out naturopathic care for a holistic approach that can address hormonal concerns at various points in...

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Detoxification Support: A Primary Need in Preconception and Fertility Wellness
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Steroidogenesis: Looking Beyond Estrogen and Testosterone
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Physical Activity and Diet Help Keep Brains “Younger” Than Actual Age
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Could Chemicals in Cosmetics Cause Early Puberty?
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In-Person Contact Reduces PTSD and Depression in Military Veterans
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Father’s Smoking Habits May Impact Son’s Fertility
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Sleep More, Study Less, Perform Better on Exams
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Recent study questions knee replacement; is it worth it?
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NDNR’s Top 10 Most “GOOGLED” Health Articles in 2018
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33% of Young Adults May be at Risk for Serious COVID-19 Manifestation
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Lifestyle Factors Most Closely Correlated with Dying
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Increase in Broken Heart Syndrome During COVID-19 Pandemic
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THE FDA “NO QUESTION” GRAS NOTIFICATION FOR VITAMIN K2 (MK-7), MENAQUINGOLD®
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The Oxygen – Neuron Relationship
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Whole Systemic Effects of COVID-19
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People Literally Do NOT See ‘Eye-to-Eye’
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Mold & Pediatrics
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Risk of Pandemics Could Be Correlated to Our Treatment of the Planet
Node Smith, ND The study, by the University of the West of England and the Greenpeace Research Laboratories at the University of Exeter, presents the hypothesis that disease risks are "ultimately interlinked" with biodiversity and natural processes such as the water...
The Oxygen – Neuron Relationship
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Whole Systemic Effects of COVID-19
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People Literally Do NOT See ‘Eye-to-Eye’
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Mold & Pediatrics
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Association Spotlight: Lighting the Path to Success
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Embracing Diversity in Curricula: Not Seen, Not Heard, Not Spoken, Not Learned
Fraser Smith, MATD, ND The opportunities for embracing diversity and racism issues in our curricula are limitless and must be met in earnest. This spring I was approached by my long-time mentor,...
FTC Warning Letters: The Unfortunate Reality of an Entrepreneurial Healthcare Profession
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Pediatric ADHD: Treatment with Multivitamins & Fish Oil
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Association Spotlight: The Naturopathic Medical Student Association
Naturopathic News VALERIE GETTINGS, CISSN Naturopathic medical students are facing uncharted territories as they make their mark in today’s unique healthcare systems across North America. On one side, there is a grim reality as many healthcare...
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