JESSICA BRANDES, ND According to the Migraine Research Foundation, 18% of women, 6% of men, and 10% of children in the United States experience migraines, resulting in 70% higher healthcare costs for families with a migraine sufferer than for non-migraine-affected...
NODE SMITH, ND In a bid to find or refine laboratory research models for cancer that better compare with what happens in living people, Johns Hopkins Medicine scientists report they have developed a new computer-based technique showing that human cancer cells grown in...
NODE SMITH, ND People living with obesity who attended a non-judgmental and personalized lifestyle modification program improved their cardiovascular and mental health during just 10 weeks, according to a study presented today at EuroHeartCare -- ACNAP Congress 2021,...
NODE SMITH, ND Alzheimer's disease is predominant in elderly people, but the way age-related changes to lipid composition affect the regulation of biological processes is still not well understood. Links between lipid imbalance and disease have been established, in...
NODE SMITH, ND A comprehensive analysis of 437 studies from around the world provides the best evidence to date that narcissism is an important risk factor for both aggression and violence, researchers said. The link between narcissism and aggression was found for all...
Caitlin O’Connor, ND The transition to parenthood can be a wonderful time. However, a “fussy” baby can turn this joyful time into one of great stress. Early and appropriate intervention is necessary to help the new family thrive. One in 5 parents reports having a...
How to Get Your Patients to Refer in Droves The cost is low, and the Return on Investment is high … once you begin. By Stewart Gandolf, MBA and Lonnie Hirsch Here are three remarkably easy and highly effective ways to encourage patients to refer family, friends and...
How to avoid the most serious pitfalls in planning and producing a revenue-generating website. By Stewart Gandolf, MBA and Lonnie Hirsch The Internet has become the tool of choice for prospective patients who are seeking healthcare information. They may be searching...
Creating an Effective Marketing Plan (and Budget) for Growth and Success … … While Avoiding the Most Common Pitfalls and Mistakes By Stewart Gandolf, MBA and Lonnie Hirsch The rigorous, demanding and extensive professional education and training for naturopathic...
The Art of Collecting Your Due Monte Zwang Collecting money requires that physicians and caregivers take a preventive and thorough approach to establishing their collection protocol. It sometimes is the elephant in the room with you and your patient: money. You...
Finding Money for Your Practice Monte Zwang You have researched and planned and prepared; at this point, there is only one thing standing between you and opening the doors of your own practice: money. You are sure that because your business and marketing plans are so...
Expanding Your Practice Getting Your Practice to the Next Level Monte Zwang Is this the year you want to take your practice to the “next level”? Many business owners and health practitioners have their eyes on the “next level,” but they don’t know what that is or how...
Expanding Your Practice Confessions of an Introvert Grow Your Business Your Style, Your Way CAROLYN CAMPBELL The dictionary definition of introvert: someone more concerned with the mental life of the self than with social encounters. As much as I try to dismiss any...
Finding Clients Who ‘Get It’! By Marilyn O’Leary Ah yes, the blank stares, the quizzical looks and raised eyebrows. As a holistic practitioner, you have likely encountered your share of these. For some, this is a welcome challenge to educate and enroll, while others...
CHRIS D. MELETIS, ND KIMBERLY WILKES, BSC There is the tendency to implement identical protocols when treating women and men. However, it must be acknowledged that there are indeed gender differences. Women are more at risk of certain diseases, they...
MICHELLE MADDUX, ND Abstract Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex endocrine disorder marked by hormonal imbalance, insulin resistance, chronic inflammation, and metabolic dysfunction. In this clinical review, Dr. Michelle Maddux highlights the central...
LIQAA ESSAM NASER, ND, MBCHB, CCT KRIS SOMOL, ND Student Scholarship – Second Place Research Review Abstract Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a multifactorial endocrine disorder frequently characterized by insulin resistance...
Edited By NODE SMITH, ND From University of California, Riverside- Polybrominated diphenyl ethers, or PBDEs, are a class of fire-retardant chemicals that are ubiquitous. They are found on upholstery, carpets, curtains, electronics, and even infant products. Flame...
Feeling Better than Ever, L.L.C. offers marketing solutions for wellness practitioners. Our offerings include marketing brochures for Naturopathic Doctors, an easy to read Eating for Optimal Health brochure and a beautiful collection of healing and holistic wellness...
Vis Medicatrix Naturae Tanya Lee, ND Autoimmune diseases are complex, multifactorial conditions that arise from the loss of “self tolerance” and the infiltration of inflammatory cells within the target tissue. The pathogenesis of autoimmune diseases appears to be...
Node Smith, ND A new short-term pilot study in children and teens 6-17 years old with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has shown saffron to be as effective at controlling symptoms as methylphenidate, the commonly prescribed drug Ritalin.1 Saffron may be...
Vis Medicatrix Naturae Elena Krasnov, BSc, ND A 55-year-old female patient presented with a sharp pain in the throat area, which began in January 2016 and had lasted over 3 weeks by the time she consulted me. She had originally thought she had a sore throat. Two...
Node Smith, ND A new study has concluded that a poor diet is directly linked to mental health complaints regardless of factors such as gender, education, age, economic or marital status.1 A holistic approach to mental health issues often addresses dietary factors, but...
Node Smith, ND Tel Aviv University researchers have developed a new blood test for genetic disorders that may allow parents to learn about the health of their baby as early as 11 weeks into pregnancy. Blood tests let doctors diagnose genetic disorders in fetuses early...
Node Smith, ND A recent report was published regarding the exposures to kratom as reported to Poison Control Centers (PCCs) in the United States between the years of 2011 and 2017. The report was published in the journal, Clinical Toxicology. Exposures to kratom...
Node Smith, ND A new study has shown that manipulating some of the cellular structure of cells could prevent the damage typically caused by the aging process. The study was published in the journal Genes and Development and titled, “Nuclear pore density controls...
Node Smith, ND Patients receiving hormone therapy as part of their gender-transition treatment had an elevated risk for cardiovascular events, including strokes, heart attacks and blood clots, according to a study published in the American Heart Association’s journal...
Node Smith, ND Earlier this month, advocates for the use of psychedelic mushrooms were given the okay to put an initiative before Denver voters to decriminalize magic mushrooms in the city. First time psilocybin decriminalization has been voted on by U.S. voters The...
Node Smith, ND Tel Aviv University researchers have developed a new blood test for genetic disorders that may allow parents to learn about the health of their baby as early as 11 weeks into pregnancy. Blood tests let doctors diagnose genetic disorders in fetuses early...
Node Smith, ND A recent report was published regarding the exposures to kratom as reported to Poison Control Centers (PCCs) in the United States between the years of 2011 and 2017. The report was published in the journal, Clinical Toxicology. Exposures to kratom...
Node Smith, ND A new study has shown that manipulating some of the cellular structure of cells could prevent the damage typically caused by the aging process. The study was published in the journal Genes and Development and titled, “Nuclear pore density controls...
Node Smith, ND Patients receiving hormone therapy as part of their gender-transition treatment had an elevated risk for cardiovascular events, including strokes, heart attacks and blood clots, according to a study published in the American Heart Association’s journal...
Node Smith, ND Earlier this month, advocates for the use of psychedelic mushrooms were given the okay to put an initiative before Denver voters to decriminalize magic mushrooms in the city. First time psilocybin decriminalization has been voted on by U.S. voters The...
Node Smith, ND There’s been historic controversy regarding the health benefits of breastfeeding for infants. Holistic minded individuals in general consider breastfeeding the optimum food choice for infants, which helps promote a healthy immune system and protect...
Node Smith, ND Neurons in both males and females make estrogen and scientists have shown that when they don't, their brains have significantly less dense spines and synapses - both key communication points for neurons - in the biggest part of their brain, called the...
St. Charles, IL – Doctor’s Data, Inc has been named one of only five Center of Excellence (COE) laboratories in the United States by Salimetrics, a recognized world leader in salivary research and testing. “The primary goal of the Salimetrics Center of Excellence...
Node Smith, ND This case report is by no means conclusive and by no means advocates using water fasting as a means of treating cancer. AND, it’s certainly amazing what the body can do when it is provided with clean food, and restorative conditions. The following case...
Node Smith, ND A recent article addresses a possible side effect of excessive cannabis consumption. Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is characterized by cyclic attacks of nausea and vomiting in chronic cannabinoid users. Interestingly, there also seems to be a...
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NODE SMITH, ND Children in poverty are more likely to have cognitive and behavioral difficulties than their better-off peers. Plenty of past research has looked into the physical effects of childhood poverty, or documented mental health disparities between...
NODE SMITH, ND Researchers at CÚRAM, the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices based at NUI Galway, have shown how the simple act of walking can power an implantable stimulator device to speed up treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The results of have been...
