Node Smith, ND, People infected by the novel coronavirus can have symptoms that range from mild to deadly. Now, two new analyses suggest that some life-threatening cases can be traced to weak spots in patients' immune systems. At least 3.5 percent of study patients...
Node Smith, ND New light is being shed on a little-known role of Y chromosome genes, specific to males, that could explain why men suffer differently than women from various diseases, including Covid-19. The findings were published this month in Scientific Reports by...
Node Smith, ND Mitochondria are the powerhouses of our cells, generating energy that supports life. A giant molecular proton pump, called complex I, is crucial: It sets in motion a chain of reactions, creating a proton gradient that powers the generation of ATP, the...
Node Smith, ND Weighted blankets are a safe and effective intervention in the treatment of insomnia, according to Swedish researchers who found that insomnia patients with psychiatric disorders experienced reduced insomnia severity, improved sleep and less daytime...
Node Smith, ND Why do pregnancies last longer in some species than others? Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have found the clock that sets the speed of embryonic development and discovered the mechanism is based on how proteins are made and dismantled. The...
Mark Swanson, ND I’m absolutely thrilled that Dr Cathy Rogers graciously accepted to be my interview guest for this particular issue of NDNR. Dr Rogers has been a modern naturopathic pioneer and a true “who’s who” in naturopathic medicine. She was instrumental in the...
Joe Kellerstein, DC, ND Francine, 20 years old, presented in September 2006 complaining of pain, sores on the hands and severe exhaustion. These issues were associated with a diagnosis of Lupus, and she requested a homeopathic approach while considering her medical...
David M. Brady, ND, DC, CCN, DACBN This article is one in a series of Clinical Rounds that has been appearing periodically in NDNR. Real case studies from Dr. Brady’s practice are presented. It is his aim to present interesting cases that will facilitate thought and...
David Schleich, PhD Last issue we considered how identifying funding sources and social orientation could help classify our schools. There are a number of typologies into which our colleges might fit, though, apart from these two key variables. The “social enterprise”...
Eric Yarnell, ND, RH(AHG) Pomegranate Marches On Several impressive but preliminary clinical trials have been published in the past six months on Punica granatum (pomegranate) juice. Of note, the brand used in these studies from POM Wonderful is not the same as all...
Dicken Weatherby, ND Blood testing is one of the best ways to detect autoimmune processes before they become full-blown diseases. Simple patterns that can be seen on a standard blood chemistry screen and complete blood count (CBC) can help assess a patient’s...
Letitia Watrous, ND Autoimmune diseases are considered by allopathic physicians as incurable, life-long illnesses that they “manage” with painkillers, muscle relaxants, steroids, anxiolytics and chemotherapeutics. It is a blessing if the patient survives the therapy....
Tolle Totem Reversing the Autoimmune Process: Possible triggers for immune dysfunction Brian Davies , ND and Jonn Matsen, ND Functional and Nutritional Medicine David M. Brady, ND, DC, CCN, DACBN Heavy metal toxicity-detoxification. Part of the Clinical Rounds series....
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 and sugars; eat...
JACOB SCHOR, ND, FABNO My wife and I have retreated to a small lakeside summer cabin in Maine to winter the pandemic. Doing so has made social distancing easy; there are no people with whom to socialize. The cabin was built 40 years back for summer...
CHRIS D. MELETIS, ND The human skin is the largest organ of the body. It comprises 15% of body weight and has an average surface area of around 2 m2 (21.5 square feet).1 The skin has a high turnover rate,...
NODE SMITH, ND Children experiencing cognitive problems such as low attention, poor memory or lack of inhibition may later suffer mental health issues as teenagers and young adults, a new study reveals. Targeting specific markers in childhood for early treatment may...
JANNINE KRAUSE, ND, EAMP Since NASA released its research findings in the early 1990s, red light therapy has been touted as an excellent tool for wound healing and reducing pain and inflammation. Since then, technology and delivery methods have advanced, as...
Node Smith, ND Research Finds Imbalanced Brains in those Addicted to Smartphones Researchers have found an imbalance in the brain of individuals who are addicted to smartphones and/or the internet.1 The study, presented at the annual conference of the Radiological...
Node Smith, ND Research Team Takes Tofu Whey and Turns it to Booze A research team from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has taken tofu whey, and turned it into an alcoholic beverage.1 Typically, tofu whey is discarded as waste - it is a byproduct of the...
Dispelling some Common Misbeliefs about Naturopathic Medicine Despite the popularity of natural medicine, there is a lot of confusion around what naturopathic medicine is and how naturopathic doctors practice. Below we will address some common myths and...
Node Smith, ND Childhood Concussion Occurrence, Length and Duration May be Predicted from a Saliva Test A study published in JAMA Pediatrics last week reveals that childhood concussion occurrence, length and duration of symptoms may be accurately predicted from a...
Food as Medicine Everyday Workshops Slated for Kansas City in February PORTLAND, Oregon (Dec. 8. 2017, 2017) — National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) today announced it has formed an educational partnership with Saint Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri,...
Mitchell Bebel Stargrove, ND, LAc was honored with the 2017 Living Legend award by the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) and the Oregon Association of Naturopathic Physicians (OANP) at the banquet held on Dec. 2 at the Portland Marriott Downtown...
Node Smith, ND Brains of Active Children May Function Better Well, active children may not actually be more intelligent than non-active children, however their brains may function better. A recent study from the University of Granada, has shown, seemingly for the...
David J. Schleich, PhD Education When Napoleon and the Emperor of Russia met on horseback after a great battle just north of Moscow, the Emperor offered him a popular but bitter-tasting Russian ale as a gesture of good will during the temporary truce. In a matter of...
Sussanna Czeranko, ND, BBE Nature Cure Clinical Pearls [Nature’s] ways are so simple and harmonious, that people are confounded by her very simplicity. Besides, her remedies do not cost enough money to make sufficient impression upon the minds of the ignorant (?)...
Node Smith, ND The Pace of the Microbiome The microbiome may actually help the peristaltic function of the gastrointestinal tract. Very interesting research this week at Kiel University has shown that bacterial colonization of the intestinal tract does play a definite...
Mitchell Bebel Stargrove, ND, LAc was honored with the 2017 Living Legend award by the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) and the Oregon Association of Naturopathic Physicians (OANP) at the banquet held on Dec. 2 at the Portland Marriott Downtown...
Node Smith, ND Brains of Active Children May Function Better Well, active children may not actually be more intelligent than non-active children, however their brains may function better. A recent study from the University of Granada, has shown, seemingly for the...
David J. Schleich, PhD Education When Napoleon and the Emperor of Russia met on horseback after a great battle just north of Moscow, the Emperor offered him a popular but bitter-tasting Russian ale as a gesture of good will during the temporary truce. In a matter of...
Sussanna Czeranko, ND, BBE Nature Cure Clinical Pearls [Nature’s] ways are so simple and harmonious, that people are confounded by her very simplicity. Besides, her remedies do not cost enough money to make sufficient impression upon the minds of the ignorant (?)...
Node Smith, ND The Pace of the Microbiome The microbiome may actually help the peristaltic function of the gastrointestinal tract. Very interesting research this week at Kiel University has shown that bacterial colonization of the intestinal tract does play a definite...
Harry F. Swope, MBA, ND, DHANP Letter to the Editor Prior to 1993, NCNM and Bastyr were administering different versions of an oath to their graduating classes, and these had varied greatly over time. While this allowed the graduates some participation in the...
Cristina Romero-Bosch, NMD Tolle Totum Female Sexual Dysfunction (FSD) negatively affects the overall quality of life of females, and may often be responsible for specific psychologic and physiologic disturbances. This condition not only adversely affects...
Alexsia Priolo, ND Docere Personal care products are defined as products used to maintain personal hygiene and beautification. In 2015, US retail sales of beauty products reached an estimated $46.2 billion, and are forecast to continue to grow.1 The average woman uses...
Jaquel Patterson, ND Tolle Causam The Osteoinductive Activity of Cyplexinol Osteoporosis, which is one of the most common metabolic bone diseases, is characterized by the loss of bone mass and an increased risk of bone fractures due to an imbalance between bone...
Node Smith, ND It’s always great to be validated This week, research from the American Cancer Society (ACA) supports that 40 percent of all cancers, as well as 50 percent of cancer deaths, can be prevented by “simple lifestyle changes in daily routines.” Now wait a...
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NODE SMITH, ND In the era of social distancing, using robots for some health care interactions is a promising way to reduce in-person contact between health care workers and sick patients. However, a key question that needs to be answered is how patients will react to...
NODE SMITH, ND Studies of the microbiome in the human gut focus mainly on bacteria. Other microbes that are also present in the gut -- viruses, protists, archaea and fungi -- have been largely overlooked. New research in mice now points to a significant role for fungi...
