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COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY IRVING MEDICAL CENTER A new type of ultraviolet light that is safe for people took less than five minutes to reduce the level of indoor airborne microbes by more than 98%, a joint study by scientists at Columbia University Vagelos College of...
MAX-PLANCK-GESELLSCHAFT Have you ever wondered what the millions of neurons in your brain are doing when you ponder a favorite piece of art? In a new paper just published in the Journal of Cognitive Neuroscience, a team of researchers from Breda University of Applied...
ANN & ROBERT H. LURIE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF CHICAGO Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS), sometimes referred to as a "pacemaker for the brain," involves a stimulator device that is implanted under the skin in the chest, with a wire that is wound around the vagus nerve...
JAKE F. FELICE, ND, LMP In parts 1 and 2 of this article, I reviewed historical accounts of the use of cannabis for women’s health in ancient texts from around the globe, up through mid- to late-19th century European and American accounts. Much of the historical...
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...
First long-term evidence of neurological improvement after stem cell treatment in previously incurable spinal injuries Neural stem cell transplantation successfully improved neurological function in patients with chronic spinal cord injuries. This groundbreaking study...
Node Smith, ND The chemicals we use to clean our home may be detrimental to our children’s microbiome. Because of the known links to weight gain, as well as metabolic changes and the gut microbiome, it is possible that these chemicals are contributing to the obesity...
Node Smith, ND A recent research study on the use of individualized homeopathic treatment in Asthma was published. The article title is: Efficacy of individualized homeopathy in bronchial asthma in adults: Double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled, clinical trial...
Node Smith, ND A recent study highlights the value of visual aids to help decision making between doctors and caregivers. The study specifically looked at a set of visual aids and charts designed to help decision making for parents of children with a minor head...
Node Smith, ND ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program AUSTIN, Texas (September 17, 2018) — The ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program (BAPP) has released a Botanical Adulterants Prevention Bulletin on maca (Lepidium meyenii, syn. L....
Node Smith, ND Sleeplessness and sleep disturbances may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease according to a recent study. According to the study, older adults who frequently feel sleepy during the day are 3 times more likely to develop beta-amyloid...
Node Smith, ND A study published in the European Journal of Public Health recently acknowledges that probiotics taken as a preventative measure may lower the number of antibiotic prescriptions needed.1 With a global search for ways to reduce dependence on antibiotics,...
Node Smith, ND A new study has highlighted an increased risk of suicide among transgender teens than their cisgender peers, those who identify with the gender they were assigned at birth.1 The study is from the University of Arizona and looks at who, within the...
Oct. 15, 2018 NUNM mourns the loss of Dr. Gerry Farnsworth, dedicated naturopathic physician, a founding member of National College of Naturopathic Medicine (NCNM), and a pioneer in the profession of naturopathic medicine, to which he dedicated his life. Dr....
June 2022 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 the field. It’s...
Naturopathic Strategies for Neuropsychiatric Symptoms YASAMAN TASALLOTI, ND Abstract Long COVID presents with persistent neuropsychiatric symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, sleep disturbances, and depression, largely driven by chronic inflammation,...
Suspected Conversion Disorder Treated by Homeopathy IAN SPOHN, ND Conversion disorder is a conventional psychiatric diagnosis, a rare example where Western medicine acknowledges the mind-body link. Also known as functional neurological symptom disorder,...
Circadian Disruption & Medical School FRASER SMITH, MATD, ND It’s been a hard day’s night, and I’ve been working like a dog. It’s been a hard day’s night; I should be sleeping like a log.” So sang John Lennon on the title song to the Beatles...
Node Smith, ND It may seem like a no-brainer, but to get on the good side of a new boss, colleague, or acquaintance in a business meeting, leave your cell phone stashed in your pocket or purse. Looking at your phone during a meeting is akin to "phubbing," or snubbing...
Node Smith, ND A review of 56 randomized clinical trials finds that psychological and behavioral therapies may be effective non-drug treatments for reducing disease-causing inflammation in the body. CBT found to be superior to other psychotherapies at boosting the...
Node Smith, ND When it fires, a neuron consumes significantly more energy than an equivalent computer operation. And yet, a network of coupled neurons can continuously learn, sense and perform complex tasks at energy levels that are currently unattainable for even...
Node Smith, ND Sometimes cancer stays put, but often it metastasizes, spreading to new locations in the body. It has long been suspected that genetic mutations arising inside tumor cells drive this potentially devastating turn of events. Researchers have shown for the...
Node Smith, ND Natural health products are used by many people, but almost half of naturopathic patients do not let their primary physician know, says a survey conducted by McMaster University. Surprised to find results haven't changed in over 15 years since previous...
Node Smith, ND Senior author Professor Bryce Vissel, from the UTS Centre for Neuroscience & Regenerative Medicine, said his team used novel behavioral, molecular and computational techniques to investigate memories that have not been well-formed, and how the brain...
Node Smith, ND Scientists from the UK, Europe and the USA, including experts from the University of Birmingham, have published a vitamin D consensus paper warning against high doses of vitamin D supplementation. Insufficient scientific evidence shows vitamin D can be...
Node Smith, ND A study by a team of researchers led by a Texas A&M University professor found that not wearing a face mask dramatically increases a person's chances of being infected by the COVID-19 virus. Not wearing a face mask dramatically increases a person's...
Node Smith, ND The brain is our most energy-hungry and metabolically active organ. It is responsible for our thoughts, ideas, movement and ability to learn. Our brain is powered by 600 km of blood vessels that bring it nutrients and remove waste products. However, the...
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 the field. It’s not meant to be...
Node Smith, ND Senior author Professor Bryce Vissel, from the UTS Centre for Neuroscience & Regenerative Medicine, said his team used novel behavioral, molecular and computational techniques to investigate memories that have not been well-formed, and how the brain...
Node Smith, ND Scientists from the UK, Europe and the USA, including experts from the University of Birmingham, have published a vitamin D consensus paper warning against high doses of vitamin D supplementation. Insufficient scientific evidence shows vitamin D can be...
Node Smith, ND A study by a team of researchers led by a Texas A&M University professor found that not wearing a face mask dramatically increases a person's chances of being infected by the COVID-19 virus. Not wearing a face mask dramatically increases a person's...
Node Smith, ND The brain is our most energy-hungry and metabolically active organ. It is responsible for our thoughts, ideas, movement and ability to learn. Our brain is powered by 600 km of blood vessels that bring it nutrients and remove waste products. However, the...
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 the field. It’s not meant to be...
Lauren Tessier, ND If you’ve worked with people suffering from mold and mycotoxin exposure, you are aware of the vast array of symptoms they report. It is not uncommon for people to experience a litany of cognitive symptoms, including, but not limited...
JAMES SENSENIG, ND JARED L. ZEFF, ND, VNMI, LAC This article joins a series of articles in NDNR that are based on transcripts of the Naturopathic Medicine Institute (NMI)’s Wednesday morning call-in program, The Vital Conversation. The program is hosted by...
DAVID J. SCHLEICH, PHD There are many aspects of naturopathic medical education which are being reviewed, repurposed, and reorganized right now. In the flurry of change and activity, thought leaders from outside our own community can...
Joseph Kellerstein, DC, ND Charles, a man in his mid-50s, presented to my office in early 2018. He was tall, lean, and appeared to be in good physical condition. “My wife has noticed a substantial curvature of my erect penis,”...
JACOB SCHOR, ND, FABNO The Textbook of Naturopathic Oncology: A Desktop Guide of Integrative Cancer Care Books, in my mind, are divided into a number of categories: home books vs office books, for example. John LeCarre is a...
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Edited By NODE SMITH, ND From University of Eastern Finland- A trial by the University of Eastern Finland found that taking a much higher dose of vitamin D than recommended for five years did not affect total mortality or the incidence of cardiovascular disease or...
Edited By NODE SMITH, ND From University of Georgia- A person with schizophrenia typically experiences more negative emotions and has more stressors than average. A new study by University of Georgia psychologists revealed a surprising finding that could help those...
