JAMES SENSENIG, ND This column is transcribed from a weekly live conversation produced by the Naturopathic Medical Institute (NMI). The goal of NMI is to preserve and promote the principles of naturopathic philosophy through clinical application, in your offices...

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Uniting the Lower & Higher Self: How Homeopathic Gemstones Can Assist the Process
JARED C. PISTOIA, ND Gemstones are a relatively new addition to the homeopathic repertoire of age-old medicines made from naturally occurring substances. Medicines can be grouped according to the kingdom they are sourced...
Political Opposites May Share Intolerance to Uncertainty
NODE SMITH, ND Since the 1950s, political scientists have theorized that political polarization -- increased numbers of "political partisans" who view the world with an ideological bias -- is associated with an inability to tolerate uncertainty and a need to hold...
Intangible Assets: Hidden Financial Strengths in Naturopathic Institutions
FRASER SMITH, MATD, ND This month’s title may sound like a direct-to-video action film that one might find on the far right of a row in a Netflix scroll. However, intangible assets are an important notation in accounting, and the concept behind it...
A Thriving Mind & Body Ecology: Critical Factors to Consider
CHRIS D. MELETIS, ND Abstract This article outlines the bidirectional links between brain function and systemic physiology, highlighting how nutrition, hydration, stress load, gut–brain signaling, the endocannabinoid system, and mitochondrial capacity shape...
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ACT Psychotherapy for Anxiety/Depression of Chronic Pain
Last week, at the Annual European Congress of Rheumatology (EULAR) 2017, a group of researchers showed that Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) significantly reduced both anxiety and depression among participants suffering from chronic pain.1 ACT is an empirically...
New Addition to Bastyr University: AOMA College of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine, based in Austin, TX, will become a distinct entity within Bastyr University: AOMA College of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. This will be the third geographic location of Bastyr University programs in the United States;...
Multiple States File Lawsuit Against Opioid Manufacturers
Recently, Amy Goodman with Democracy Now, conducted an interview with Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein regarding a recent lawsuit being filed by multiple states against opioid manufacturers and Dr. Andrew Kolodny, co-director of the opioid policy research at the...
New Methods of Analysis for Contaminants of Grapefruit Seed Extract
The American Botanical Council (ABC) announced last week a release of a laboratory guidance document1 on grapefruit (citrus paradisi) seed extract (GFSE). This document is one of the many results from ABC’s Botanical Adulterants Program, which aims to inform and...
Using Mindfulness in Postpartum Depression
A study last month supports using mindfulness to reduce the fear surrounding labor, which also decreases the likelihood of developing postpartum depression in new mothers.1 I have a been working with a new mother who has been struggling with postpartum depression, and...
Most Women are Not Gaining Healthy Weight During Pregnancy
A global study published last month reveals that approximately 75% of pregnant women are experiencing unhealthy weight gain.1 The study, which combines data from Asia, the United States, and Europe shows that half of women gain too much weight during pregnancy and...
Anti-Cancer Uses of Onion Extract
A new study shows that red onions grown in Ontario have powerful cancer fighting properties.1 The study reveals that not all onions have the same abilities, and that red onions are best. In the first study to look at Ontario-grown onions, Ruby Ring onion variety came...
Frequent Cannabis Use and Periodontal Disease
A recent study from Columbia University provides evidence that recreational marijuana use increases the incidence of gum disease and tooth loss.1 This is important research since marijuana use is becoming more and more popular, and many people consider it to be a...
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A Gene that Regulates the Circadian Rhythm
Edited By NODE SMITH, ND Life is organized on a 24-hour schedule. Central to this regular rhythm is the circadian clock, timekeepers that are present in virtually every organ, tissue and cell type. When a clock goes awry, sleep disruption or a variety of diseases can...
Availability of Fast Food Leads to Types 2 Diabetes
Edited By NODE SMITH, ND From NYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine- An increasing number of studies suggest a link between a neighborhood’s-built environment and the likelihood that its residents will develop chronic diseases such as heart disease,...
Certain Types of Intermittent Fasting May be Beneficial for Gestational Diabetes
Edited By NODE SMITH, ND From University of South Australia- Weight loss after gestational diabetes can prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes. Yet finding the most effective way to lose weight and keep it off can be a challenge, especially for mothers with a new baby....
Skill Competency is Second in Importance to Friendliness in the Workplace
Edited By NODE SMITH, ND From Binghamton University- People who are friendly and trustworthy are more likely to be selected for teams than those who are known for just their skill competency and personal reputation, according to new research from Binghamton...
NUNM Celebrates Completion of Ten-Year Naturopathic Medicine Book Series
Research Project Revives Early Naturopathic Wisdom to Inspire Today’s Physicians PORTLAND, Oregon (Feb. 27, 2019) —National University of Natural Medicine and its NUNM Press today announce the completion of The Hevert Collection: In Their Own Words, a 12-volume...
Klaire Labs® (SFI USA) Announces the Release of Clearity for Inner Ear Health, Hearing Function, and Related Cognitive Support.
Reno, NV – Klaire Labs (SFI USA) today announced the availability of Clearity, a unique antioxidant formula designed to support auditory and vestibular function.† Hearing loss affects 17% of the U.S. population. Approximately half of adults over 65 are affected, and...
New Blood Vessels Found in Bone
Node Smith, ND A team of researchers from the University Duisburg-Essen, Germany have discovered a new network of blood vessels located in the long bones of mice, these same vessels have also been newly confirmed in human long bones.1 The finding has recently been...
Sleep Deprivation May Damage our DNA
Node Smith, ND A recent study accentuates the importance of a good night’s sleep, and the role of sleep deprivation in the development of chronic disease. The study linked sleep deprivation to DNA damage.1 Study linked sleep deprivation to DNA damage The authors...
Opioid Use Increases Risk of Pneumonia
Node Smith, ND Taking prescribed opioids raises the risk of pneumonia, new Yale-led study finds The study, published in JAMA Internal Medicine, reinforces the concern that prescription opioid painkillers have a negative impact on the immune system. It also underscores...
NuAxon Bioscience Welcomes Advisory Board Member!
Award-winning company brings on health educator and consultant Bloomington, IN: (February 22, 2019) NuAxon Bioscience is honored to announce a new board advisor. Nancy Angelini, a licensed massage therapist andalternative health educator from Massachusetts, is now...
Enviromedica® Showcases Terraflora™ at Natural Products Expo West—is a Nexty Finalist for 2019 Best New Supplement.
Terraflora™ is novel broad spectrum, synbiotic formula of first-to-market, spore-form probiotics and advanced, food-based prebiotics designed for robust support of gastrointestinal health. Austin, TX., February 20, 2019 – Enviromedica® announces their new synbiotic,...
Social Media May be Worse for Girls than Boys
Node Smith, ND Another study suggests that screen time and time spent on social media may contribute to higher rates of depression. This time the study specifies young girls using social media. The study found that girls are affected more significantly by depression...
Dysfunctional Sperm a Possible Cause of Frequent Miscarriages
Node Smith, ND A small, but significant study from the Imperial College in London has found that a possible cause of frequent miscarriages could be dysfunction in the sperm of the woman’s partner.1 Recurrent miscarriages are defined as three or more miscarriages...
Wormwood Tea Effective at Treating Schistosomiasis
Node Smith, ND A recent study on the effects of sweet wormwood tea to treat schistosomiasis suggests a much more benign and accessible treatment for the common parasitic disease.1 Schistosomiasis Schistosomiasis is incredibly under-researched, yet is a fairly common...
NuAxon Bioscience Welcomes Advisory Board Member!
Award-winning company brings on health educator and consultant Bloomington, IN: (February 22, 2019) NuAxon Bioscience is honored to announce a new board advisor. Nancy Angelini, a licensed massage therapist andalternative health educator from Massachusetts, is now...
Enviromedica® Showcases Terraflora™ at Natural Products Expo West—is a Nexty Finalist for 2019 Best New Supplement.
Terraflora™ is novel broad spectrum, synbiotic formula of first-to-market, spore-form probiotics and advanced, food-based prebiotics designed for robust support of gastrointestinal health. Austin, TX., February 20, 2019 – Enviromedica® announces their new synbiotic,...
Social Media May be Worse for Girls than Boys
Node Smith, ND Another study suggests that screen time and time spent on social media may contribute to higher rates of depression. This time the study specifies young girls using social media. The study found that girls are affected more significantly by depression...
Dysfunctional Sperm a Possible Cause of Frequent Miscarriages
Node Smith, ND A small, but significant study from the Imperial College in London has found that a possible cause of frequent miscarriages could be dysfunction in the sperm of the woman’s partner.1 Recurrent miscarriages are defined as three or more miscarriages...
Wormwood Tea Effective at Treating Schistosomiasis
Node Smith, ND A recent study on the effects of sweet wormwood tea to treat schistosomiasis suggests a much more benign and accessible treatment for the common parasitic disease.1 Schistosomiasis Schistosomiasis is incredibly under-researched, yet is a fairly common...
New Mexican Bill Seeks to License and Regulate Naturopathic Doctors
SB 135 asks New Mexican Lawmakers to allow NDs full practice in the state Bloomington, IN: (February 19, 2019) Currently, there is a bill headed toward the New Mexican House. The bill, sponsored by NM Senator Gerald Ortiz y Pino, has gained a lot of recent attention...
Rebel Herbs Announces Product Launch
Award winning company announces the release of 10 new single herb capsule products Bloomington, IN: Rebel Herbs is excited to announce the launch of 10 certified organic single botanical capsules. The company states that it works diligently to bring quality products...
A New Campaign to Help Promote Brain Health in Children
Node Smith, ND My Brain Robbie animation campaign aims to help keep little brains healthy My Brain Robbie, a fantastic new initiative to promote brain health among school aged children, has been launched through the Pilot Awards for Global Brain Health Leaders, an...
Chemicals in Sunscreen Not only Harmful to Humans, but also Coral Reefs
Node Smith, ND Sunscreen may be important for preventing sunburns and skin cancer, however some of the ingredients in conventionally produced sunscreen can not only be detrimental to human health, but also sea creatures. Specifically, sunscreen chemicals from swimmers...
Self Administered Long-Acting Contraceptive Via Microneedle Patch
Node Smith, ND A new long-acting contraceptive, designed to be self-administered, may provide a new family planning option, particularly in developing nations where access to healthcare can be limited, a recent study suggests. The contraceptive would be delivered...
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Where does the Sensation of Motivation Come From?
NODE SMITH, ND Our motivation to put effort for achieving a goal is controlled by a reward system wired in the brain. However, many neuropathological conditions impair the reward system, diminishing the will to work. Recently, scientists in Japan experimentally...
Light Therapy for Improved Burn Healing
NODE SMITH, ND Light therapy may accelerate the healing of burns, according to a University at Buffalo-led study. The research, published in Scientific Reports, found that photobiomodulation therapy -- a form of low-dose light therapy capable of relieving pain and...



