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...

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Early MASH Reversal: Mediterranean Diet and Naturopathic Co-Management
Anna Kolomitseva, ND A 51-year-old woman with severe steatosis and minimal fibrosis achieved early liver and metabolic improvements through a Mediterranean-style diet, low-impact activity, sleep support, and adjunctive nutraceuticals co-managed with conventional...
Clinical Commentary: Climate Change, Tick-borne Illness, and the Shifting Landscape of Clinical Practice
Lynn Klassen, ND Carolyn Mukai, ND Rising temperatures and changing habitats are driving the spread of Lyme disease and co-infections into new regions—challenging outdated risk maps, diagnostic tools, and clinical assumptions. Abstract Climate change is expanding the...
Restoring Cellular Integrity: Phospholipid Therapy as a Key Treatment of Refractory Tick-Borne Disease
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Arum Palaestinum: An Anticarcinogenic Plant with Promise
Vis Medicatrix Naturae Benton Bramwell, ND In Greek and traditional Arabic medicine, Arum palaestinum has a long history of diverse clinical applications, including the treatment of various infections, bone fractures, and cancer. In the 1st century AD, Dioscorides...
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Nutrition in Athletes: Dietary Considerations of Overreaching and Overtraining
Chris Spooner, ND As naturopathic physicians, I think we can agree that the general state of the American diet is pretty dismal. The majority of people we see, whether or not they are athletes, could benefit from the same basic nutritional advice … avoid refined fats...
Homeopathic Treatment for Chronic Knee Pain
Joe Kellerstein, DC, ND Teaching is, without question, the best way to learn. About once a month I conduct a live clinic where students observe my case-taking and follow-up technique. It really is a unique opportunity to practice self-criticism out loud and tune up...
Naturopathic Physical Medicine Treatments for General Practice
Eric Blake, ND, Dipl. Ac. Naturopathic physical medicine has played a long and vital role in the healing arts. Hippocrates, in addition to recognizing his patients’ essential need for adequate rest, a quality diet, fresh air and hygiene, extensively advocated and...
Clinical Pearl: A Case of Frozen Shoulder
Aubrey Rickford, ND and Derek Cook, 5th year at CCNM RM, a 55-year-old female, complained of right-sided muscle pain and joint stiffness of the neck, shoulder and elbow. Her main goal was to regain shoulder use (mobility and strength), as she is a potter. While...
Regenerative Injection Therapy of the Knee: Case No. 2
David A. Tallman, DC, NMD The Baker's cyst (BC) was named after English surgeon William Baker, who practiced in the mid- to late-19th century (Baker, 1877). BCs are joint fluid-filled sacs arising from the gastrocnemius-semimembranosus (GS) bursa. They are the most...
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Tolle Totem Naturopathic Protocol for Podiatric Procedures John Hahn , DPM, ND Clinical Pearl: A Case Study of Frozen Shoulder Aubrey Rickford, ND and Derek Cook, 4th-year intern at CCNM Use of acupuncture threading and adjunct therapy. Tolle Causam Nutrition in...
A Case of Neuropathy
Joe Kellerstein, DC, ND December 2005 was mild for a Toronto winter, but the steel-grey skies were familiar. My receptionist handed me the intake form indicative of a new patient waiting to begin our two-hour initial visit. On reviewing the form and seeing the reason...
Addiction: A Disease of the Body, Mind and Spirit
David Arneson, ND First of all, I am in recovery myself for more than 20 years, primarily from alcohol. Looking back at the journey, and my clinical experience treating alcoholics and drug addicts (over the last six years), I can say one thing with confidence – this...
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Recognizing Paternal Postpartum Depression: An Underaddressed Component of Perinatal Mental Health
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The Gut-Heart-Prostate Connection: The Link between Intestinal, Cardiovascular, and Prostate Health in Men
Lina Mockus, ND Emerging research reveals that gut-derived inflammation, microbial metabolites, and metabolic dysfunction link intestinal health to cardiovascular disease and prostate disorders—highlighting key opportunities for naturopathic, lifestyle, and...
Men’s Health & Compounding: A Pharmacist’s Perspective
Dr. Fatimah Hamade, PharmD Understanding Male Hypogonadism, Hormone Balancing, and the Role of Personalized Compounding in Optimizing Testosterone Therapy Abstract This article reviews the clinical foundations of male hypogonadism, testosterone evaluation, and...
The Most EXTREME Prostate Cancer Case I Have Seen in 23 Years of Practice…and What I Learned
Phranq D. Tamburri, NMD Abstract: A rare Gleason 10 prostate cancer in an 80‑year‑old veteran with a persistently low PSA challenges conventional risk models, highlights the limits of PSA‑based screening, and illustrates how active surveillance, patient personality,...
Soil’s Hidden Threat: How Dirt May Drive Antibiotic Resistance
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Positioning Low-Calorie Meals on Menus Encourages Healthier Choices in Teens
Key Findings: A new study from the University of Birmingham found that placing low-calorie meal options at the top of a menu significantly increased the likelihood of teenagers choosing healthier meals. Reducing the number of high-calorie options on a menu also led to...
Second-Hand Smoke Exposure in Childhood Linked to DNA Changes
Key Findings: A new study from the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) found that children exposed to second-hand smoke are more likely to show DNA methylation changes that may influence future disease risk. Researchers identified 11 DNA regions...
Long-Term Yogurt Consumption Linked to Lower Rates of Certain Colorectal Cancers
Key Findings: Researchers from Mass General Brigham found that consuming two or more servings of yogurt per week was associated with a 20% lower incidence of Bifidobacterium-positive proximal colon cancer. The study followed over 150,000 participants for more than...
A Spin on Crataegus: East vs. West View on the Quintessential Heart Health Herb
By Heather Tynan, ND If you know herbs and heart health, you know hawthorn (Crataegus spp). This plant is well known for its gentle yet powerful tonification effects on the heart and the entire cardiovascular system, notably its ability to moderately lower blood...
Understanding Preeclampsia
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Adjunctive Treatment of Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Botanical and Nutrient Therapies By Alexandra Mele, ND This article explores the case of a 76-year-old patient with treatment-resistant paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. It highlights how botanical medicines and nutrient therapies complement conventional care, including...
Allergy / Immunology / Environmental / Toxicology Issues – March 2025 | Volume 20 | Issue 2
Issue Details Volume 20 | Issue No.01Published: Jan 2025Theme: Women’s HealthISSN: 2169-1622 [simplebooklet src="https://simplebooklet.com/embed.php?wpKey=TfHb8yHXoODbAWSBz3m4Ju&source=wordpress" width="986" height="637"] We are excited to present the official...
Microplastics May Be Making Our Food More Toxic, Study Warns
New research shows that tiny plastic particles in soil and water can increase the amount of toxic chemicals plants and human cells absorb, raising fresh concerns about food safety. Two studies from Rutgers Health found that lettuce exposed to both micro- and...
Brain Trauma May Trigger Early Alzheimer’s Through Vascular Damage
New research suggests that traumatic brain injury (TBI) may accelerate Alzheimer’s disease by disrupting brain blood vessels, challenging conventional theories on neurodegeneration. A study led by Lund University found that patients with TBI showed increased...
Understanding Preeclampsia
How to Reduce Risk in Pregnancy and Prevent Future Cardiovascular Disease By Alexsia Priolo Introduction Pregnancy places significant physiologic stress on the cardiovascular system, prompting structural and hemodynamic changes to manage increased blood volume and...
Adjunctive Treatment of Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Botanical and Nutrient Therapies By Alexandra Mele, ND This article explores the case of a 76-year-old patient with treatment-resistant paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. It highlights how botanical medicines and nutrient therapies complement conventional care, including...
Allergy / Immunology / Environmental / Toxicology Issues – March 2025 | Volume 20 | Issue 2
Issue Details Volume 20 | Issue No.01Published: Jan 2025Theme: Women’s HealthISSN: 2169-1622 [simplebooklet src="https://simplebooklet.com/embed.php?wpKey=TfHb8yHXoODbAWSBz3m4Ju&source=wordpress" width="986" height="637"] We are excited to present the official...
Microplastics May Be Making Our Food More Toxic, Study Warns
New research shows that tiny plastic particles in soil and water can increase the amount of toxic chemicals plants and human cells absorb, raising fresh concerns about food safety. Two studies from Rutgers Health found that lettuce exposed to both micro- and...
Brain Trauma May Trigger Early Alzheimer’s Through Vascular Damage
New research suggests that traumatic brain injury (TBI) may accelerate Alzheimer’s disease by disrupting brain blood vessels, challenging conventional theories on neurodegeneration. A study led by Lund University found that patients with TBI showed increased...
Early Sun Exposure Linked to Lower Relapse Risk in Children with MS
New research suggests that just 30 minutes of daily sun in infancy may reduce disease activity in children with multiple sclerosis. A study published in Neurology: Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation found that children who had at least 30 minutes of daily summer...
Blood Test-Guided Diet Reduces IBS Symptoms, Study Finds
New research suggests a personalized diet based on a blood test may significantly reduce abdominal pain in IBS patients. A Michigan Medicine and Cleveland Clinic study found that patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) experienced less abdominal pain when...
Cystic Fibrosis Disrupts Gut Development in Infants
New research reveals stalled microbiome maturation in infants with cystic fibrosis, potentially impacting long-term health. A Dartmouth-led study, published in mBio, found that infants with cystic fibrosis (CF) experience delayed gut microbiome development compared to...
The Case of the Man with “Unmasked” Premature Ventricular Contractions
A Case Study By Michael Knapp, ND, DHANP This case study examines the treatment journey of a 72-year-old male with premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) following atrial fibrillation ablation. The article highlights the use of Natrum muriaticum, homeopathic...
Announcing a New Online Digital Library of Primary Sources Unveiled at a Recent Conference
By Jamie Oskin, ND, DTBRm, DHANP This past September 20-22, 2024, we hosted a groundbreaking new conference at Sonoran University in Tempe, Arizona, that was a collaborative project of the American Institute of Homœopathy (AIH), Homœopathic Academy of Naturopathic...
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