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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Teen Sleep: Getting It Right
Catherine Darley, ND Remember being a teenager, staying up late, and sleeping till noon on the weekends? Most likely you have teen patients in your clinic who are experiencing the same sleep pattern. Unfortunately, because school hours are not aligned with teen...
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Message From the President
Message From the President A rotating column from the presidents of naturopathic medical colleges Guru Sandesh S. Khalsa, ND Dean, University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine The University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine is entering a new...
New Risk Factor for Osteoporosis: SSRIs can Impact Bone Health
Jacob Schor, ND, FABNO Fluoxetine has made a lot of people feel better, but recent research suggests it may prove to be a bummer. Fluoxetine and similar drugs apparently decrease bone density and increase risk of fractures. They do this to the extent that it will...
Menopausal Musings
Robin DiPasquale, ND, RH(AHG) The moon, representing fertility, controls the waxing and waning of a woman’s cycles during her reproductive years. Moon energy represents a deep moistening and cooling nature. Influence From the Planet Jupiter In menopause, the influence...
NOP Urged to Create Standards for Use of Organic on Personal Care Products
NOP Urged to Create Standards for Use of Organic on Personal Care Products In winter, the USDA National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) passed a recommendation that urges the USDA National Organic Program (NOP) to make sure that any use of the word "organic" on a...
Constipation: A Symptom of Toxemia (Part 2 of 2)
Sussanna Czeranko, ND “Purgery is the Great American Sin”1 It is quite safe to assert that chronic bowel stagnation inflicts upon mankind vastly more misery, suffering and deaths than any of the great dramatic ‘killing diseases’, such as cancer, tuberculosis, heart...
Exploring the Link Between Endometriosis and Infertility
Amy Day, ND Endometriosis, or “endo,” is strongly linked to infertility. It is estimated that about 30% of women with endo struggle with infertility, and at least 30% of female infertility is associated with endo (Ballweg, 1987). The decrease in fertility includes...
Diagnosing the Underdiagnosed
Pamela Frank, BSc (Hons), ND Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a collection of symptoms caused by hyperandrogenism that affects 5%-10% of all women and often goes undiagnosed. 1 The hyperandrogenism of PCOS appears to be due to dysregulation of steroidogenesis...
February 2010 | Women’s Medicine Issue
Diagnosing the Underdiagnosed: Recognizing PCOS Pamela Frank, BSc, ND Outlines a comprehensive approach to diagnosing PCOS through testing and signs and symptoms. The Moon and Menstruation: Should menstrual cycles match lunar cycles? Kristina Conner, ND Though...
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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...
Amino Acid, Arginine, Could Enhance Radiation Therapy
Edited By NODE SMITH, ND From Weill Cornell Medicine- Treatment with arginine, one of the amino-acid building blocks of proteins, enhanced the effectiveness of radiation therapy in cancer patients with brain metastases, in a proof-of-concept, randomized clinical trial...
Methods to Repair and Regenerate Myelin
Edited By NODE SMITH, ND From Max-Planck-Gesellschaft- The degradation and regeneration of myelin sheaths characterize neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis. Cholesterol is an indispensable component of myelin sheaths. The cholesterol for the regenerated...
Battling the “Blahs”: Supporting Mood, Energy, & Sleep with Natural Therapies
Tolle Totum Erica Zelfand, ND Within the context of our fast-paced society and the high levels of chronic stress it confers, fatigue, malaise, anxiety, depression, and poor sleep are commonplace. These proverbial birds of a feather flock together, making it difficult...
Homeopathy: Correcting the Record
Naturopathic Perspective Paul Theriault, BSc, ND, VNMI I was most displeased this morning to have read a recent opinion piece against the teaching of homeopathy in naturopathic medical schools, by Nelson, Perchaluk, Logan, and Katzman.1 While I support open dialogue...
Medical Resources for NDs: A Review of Current Publications for the Naturopathic Industry
DARIENNE SLATER, NMD Overcoming Overwhelm: Dismantle Your Stress from the Inside Out Dr Samantha Brody, a naturopathic physician, has used her 20 years of clinical experience to complete a clear and concise 4-step guide to overcoming and minimizing stress in life. In...
Message from the President: Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine
Paul Mittman, ND, EdD Last fall SCNM adopted 5 new core values: We Achieve Excellence; We Love; We Are Resilient; We Do the Right Thing; and, We Shape the Future. I will frame this college update with the value, “We Shape the Future.” Part of my job as President &...
Adverse Childhood Experiences: A Hidden Cause of Depression & Chronic Disease
Tolle Causam Janelle Louis, ND Because the very core of our foundational principles teaches us to identify and address the underlying causes of our patients’ health concerns, as naturopathic doctors we have the unique ability to help many people effectively address...
A Perfect Storm: Case Study of a 20-Year-Old with a Psychotic Episode
Tolle Causam Joyce Knieff, ND, EAMP, RH(AGH) Jennifer Kaltunas, ND, eamp As healthcare professionals, one of the most prized skills, developed as a result of our profound education and practice, is that of differential diagnosis. While some cases are straightforward,...
Anxiety: Homeopathy, Herbs, & Hydrotherapy
Vis Medicatrix Naturae Deborah Frances, RN, ND Chris Chlebowski, DC, ND The following cases illustrate the amazing power of Vis Medicatrix Naturae operating through the medicine of nature and the innate vitality of each patient; however, they do not necessarily, in...
Gene Editing May be Used to Make Wheat Safe for Individuals with Celiac Disease
Node Smith, ND One to two percent of the population has Celiac Disease (CD), an immune reaction to gluten. Wheat grains contain gluten, a mixture of glutenin and gliadin proteins, which build a network that gives wheat bread its unique properties and quality. Most...
NDNR Announces Winners of the 6th Annual Student Writer’s Scholarship
As a forum for the naturopathic community, participation in Naturopathic Doctor News and Review (NDNR) has often been a vantage point for growth, communication and new collaborations within and amongst the naturopathic community. NDNR embraces what is unique to...
Microplastic Affecting Ocean Also Found in Groundwater
Node Smith, ND Microplastics contaminate the world's surface waters, yet scientists have only just begun to explore their presence in groundwater systems. A new study is the first to report microplastics in fractured limestone aquifers – a groundwater source that...
A Perfect Storm: Case Study of a 20-Year-Old with a Psychotic Episode
Tolle Causam Joyce Knieff, ND, EAMP, RH(AGH) Jennifer Kaltunas, ND, eamp As healthcare professionals, one of the most prized skills, developed as a result of our profound education and practice, is that of differential diagnosis. While some cases are straightforward,...
Anxiety: Homeopathy, Herbs, & Hydrotherapy
Vis Medicatrix Naturae Deborah Frances, RN, ND Chris Chlebowski, DC, ND The following cases illustrate the amazing power of Vis Medicatrix Naturae operating through the medicine of nature and the innate vitality of each patient; however, they do not necessarily, in...
Gene Editing May be Used to Make Wheat Safe for Individuals with Celiac Disease
Node Smith, ND One to two percent of the population has Celiac Disease (CD), an immune reaction to gluten. Wheat grains contain gluten, a mixture of glutenin and gliadin proteins, which build a network that gives wheat bread its unique properties and quality. Most...
NDNR Announces Winners of the 6th Annual Student Writer’s Scholarship
As a forum for the naturopathic community, participation in Naturopathic Doctor News and Review (NDNR) has often been a vantage point for growth, communication and new collaborations within and amongst the naturopathic community. NDNR embraces what is unique to...
Microplastic Affecting Ocean Also Found in Groundwater
Node Smith, ND Microplastics contaminate the world's surface waters, yet scientists have only just begun to explore their presence in groundwater systems. A new study is the first to report microplastics in fractured limestone aquifers – a groundwater source that...
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...
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NODE SMITH, ND Thousands of COVID-19 cases and deaths in California, Oregon, and Washington between March and December 2020 may be attributable to increases in fine particulate air pollution (PM2.5) from wildfire smoke, according to a new study co-authored by...
Cholesterol in Brain Regulates Alzheimer’s Plaquing
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