Razi Ann Berry, Publisher When we started publishing cases in the Journal of Applied Naturopathic Medicine (formerly NDNR), the bulk of pediatric cases were mild: ear infections, upper respiratory infections, rashes, food allergies. Parents who brought their...
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Gentle
Razi Ann Berry, Publisher Why Starting Gentle Is Actually Radical The order you do things matters. When baking bread, repairing an engine, building a house; do it out of order and it fails. In medicine, we’ve reversed the order. We start with the strongest...
Three pigs
Razi Ann Berry, Publisher Before medicine had metrics, it had stories built on observation that carried clinical truths in plain words. One of them still teaches a rule of clinical success. Build foundations, then treat. The Three Little Pigs understood the...
Your n=1 study doesn’t count.
Razi Ann Berry, Publisher After 20 years publishing NDNR monthly, I've heard this dismissal of case reports countless times. But I've come to believe we're overlooking something critical: Medicine has always been built on careful observation of individual...
New Pain Signalling Switch Discovered by Tulane‑Led Team May Transform Treatment
A team of scientists from Tulane University and eight partner institutions has identified a previously unknown way that nerve cells communicate to trigger pain. In a study published in Science on November 20 2025, the researchers show that nerve cells can release an...
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Polarity Analysis Homeopathy: Two Women’s Health Cases
TIM SHANNON, ND, DHANP I began my naturopathic studies at NUNM (then called "NCNM") in 1996. Several years prior to starting my naturopathic education, I became intrigued with homeopathy. I recall several NCNM teachers describing homeopathy in...
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All Plugged Up
Joseph Kellerstein, DC, ND Vanessa is a pleasant easygoing 33-year-old secretary. She first presented early in 2000 complaining of a very severe irritable bowel syndrome. It had been ongoing for about 3 years at the time. Generally, the pain will hit in the morning....
Endocrine Therapy in Breast Cancer
Aminah A. Keats, ND, FABNO Ever since oophorectomy was first shown to cause regression of advanced breast cancer more than a century ago, deprivation of estrogenic signaling has been the mainstay of endocrine management of estrogen receptor-positive and progesterone...
Insights Into Vitex agnus-castus, Past and Present
Robin DiPasquale, ND, RH(AHG) Found in the Verbenaceae family, Vitex agnus-castus, chaste tree berry, is an herb in our materia medica that can profoundly influence the endocrine system and hormonal balance for both women and men. Vitex can, at first glance, appear to...
Naturopathic Management of Arthralgias Associated with Aromatase Inhibitor Therapy
Daniel Lander, ND, FABNO and Katherine Neubauer, ND Aromatase inhibitors (AIs) have been shown to be more effective than tamoxifen alone in preventing breast cancer recurrence in postmenopausal women.1 However patients often discontinue taking AIs because of...
Protecting and Supporting Skin Integrity (Part 1 of 2)
Jillian Stansbury, ND Okay, I'll admit it. I've investigated the research on skin supportive herbs. I'm not getting any younger and cosmetic injections are not my style. And I'm not that vain as to consider surgical methods. I just wanted to do my homework on what...
I am Not Miserable for No Reason
Joseph Kellerstein, DC, ND Roberta first presented in October ‘09. Now it is bad form to present cases prior to the one-year mark, however I was so struck by this case and its possible outcomes that I opted to share it with you as it were “on the fly.” Roberta is a...
The Moon and Menstruation: Should Menstrual Cycles Match Lunar Cycles?
Kristina Conner, ND As naturopathic physicians, we usually find ourselves counseling patients about the determinants of health, which are disordered even in relatively healthy patients. One of the most common imbalanced determinants of health is “natural cycles”. It...
Mind-Body Spiritual Approach to Secondary Infertility
Christina Kovalik, NMD, LAC Infertility affects approximately 10% of couples of childbearing age. It can become frustrating for couples who are experiencing any fertility issues. It is very important to address the mind-body and spiritual connection to fertility...
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Managing Elevated Coronary Artery Calcium Scores: An Updated Clinical Guide
Dr. Joel Kahn, MD, FACC A step-by-step, evidence-informed framework for interpreting high coronary calcium CT results, refining cardiovascular risk, and implementing integrative prevention strategies. Abstract This article provides an updated, clinically...
IS TYLENOL SAFE DURING PREGNANCY?
Understanding Risk Factors, Not Causation Learn how much Tylenol pregnant women can safely take, what risk factors matter, and why glutathione status—not acetaminophen itself—determines safety during pregnancy. IN THIS ARTICLE • Key Takeaways: Tylenol Safety...
Functional Longevity Summit 2026 Sets Stage for Next Wave in Precision and Regenerative Medicine
Phoenix, Arizona — Healthcare practitioners across naturopathic, functional, regenerative, and precision medicine are gearing up for one of the most comprehensive clinical education events of the year. The 2026 Functional Longevity Summit, hosted in Phoenix from...
A Somatic Approach to Stage 5 Chronic Kidney Disease: Unbinding Fear and Grief from the Renal System
Dr. Erin Hayford, ND A naturopathic case exploring how structured somatic medicine can support nervous system regulation, emotional processing, and quality of life alongside conventional care in end-stage renal disease. This case report examines the integration...
Depression Appears 8 Years Before Pain Begins
Study Confirms Naturopathic Understanding of Depression-Pain Connection A 21-year longitudinal study tracking over 7,300 adults has documented that depression symptoms begin rising significantly up to eight years before pain develops. Published in eClinicalMedicine by...
Resolving Acne Vulgaris Through Gut and Hormone Support: A Case Study
By Chelsea Smithback, ND Introduction Acne vulgaris is a very common skin condition, with a prevalence rate ranging from 25% to 95% among adolescents. It is more common in males than females. Acne can persist into adulthood or have a delayed onset during this stage of...
Targeting Menopausal Acne: Hormone Balancing and Skin Barrier Support in Practice
Aarti Patel, ND ABSTRACT This case study explores menopausal acne in a 55-year-old female with severe skin barrier damage from a history of using medical-grade prescription, as well as over-the-counter acne topicals, along with a more recent history of supplementing...
Mechanisms of Aging and Neurodegeneration
Exploring Thiamine Deficiency, Catecholamine Toxicity, and Angiotensin II Quinn Rivet, ND Exploring how thiamine deficiency, catecholamine-induced neurotoxicity, and Angiotensin II contribute to neurodegeneration and aging in the brain. Introduction This paper aims to...
Breaking the Cycle: Understanding PCOS-Related Skin Manifestations
Pathophysiology, Clinical Implications, and Evidence-Based Naturopathic Interventions Galina Mironova, ND Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex endocrine disorder with systemic effects, including significant dermatologic manifestations. Acne, hirsutism,...
New Research Validates Naturopathic View of Neurological Disease
Golf course herbicides cause dopaminergic neuron death and initiate Parkinson's disease Decades of naturopathic medicine casework on pesticide-linked neurological decline are now confirmed by population-based data showing increased Parkinson's risk near golf courses....
NDNR Welcomes Dr. Kareem Kandil, MD, ND as New Medical Director
Scottsdale, Arizona – May 13, 2025 – Naturopathic Doctor News & Review (NDNR) proudly welcomes Dr. Kareem Kandil, MD, ND, as its incoming Medical Director. Dr. Kandil brings an exceptional combination of expertise spanning clinical practice, academic instruction,...
From Pain to Relief: A Shingles Victory with Homeopathy
Michael Knapp, ND, DHANP How a 51-Year-Old Female Achieved Fast Relief from Shingles Using Classical Homeopathy Abstract This case illustrates the successful treatment of shingles with individualized homœpathic medicine in a 51-year-old female. The outcome is...
Geriatric Syndrome—Bone Up, Muscle Up, and More with Myostatin Inhibition
Chris D. Meletis, N.D. How Myostatin Inhibition Supports Bone Density, Prevents Sarcopenia, and Enhances Musculoskeletal Health in Aging Populations Osteoporosis and sarcopenia are major concerns for aging individuals, often leading to fractures and loss of...
Curcumin Vaginal Gel Effectively Treats Bacterial Vaginosis Without Antibiotics
Natural curcumin gel achieves rapid symptom relief, balanced microbiome restoration, and avoids antibiotic resistance risks. Oral metronidazole is commonly prescribed as the primary therapy for BV, achieving a cure rate of 75% to 84%. According to the Centers for...
New Research Validates Naturopathic View of Neurological Disease
Golf course herbicides cause dopaminergic neuron death and initiate Parkinson's disease Decades of naturopathic medicine casework on pesticide-linked neurological decline are now confirmed by population-based data showing increased Parkinson's risk near golf courses....
NDNR Welcomes Dr. Kareem Kandil, MD, ND as New Medical Director
Scottsdale, Arizona – May 13, 2025 – Naturopathic Doctor News & Review (NDNR) proudly welcomes Dr. Kareem Kandil, MD, ND, as its incoming Medical Director. Dr. Kandil brings an exceptional combination of expertise spanning clinical practice, academic instruction,...
From Pain to Relief: A Shingles Victory with Homeopathy
Michael Knapp, ND, DHANP How a 51-Year-Old Female Achieved Fast Relief from Shingles Using Classical Homeopathy Abstract This case illustrates the successful treatment of shingles with individualized homœpathic medicine in a 51-year-old female. The outcome is...
Geriatric Syndrome—Bone Up, Muscle Up, and More with Myostatin Inhibition
Chris D. Meletis, N.D. How Myostatin Inhibition Supports Bone Density, Prevents Sarcopenia, and Enhances Musculoskeletal Health in Aging Populations Osteoporosis and sarcopenia are major concerns for aging individuals, often leading to fractures and loss of...
Curcumin Vaginal Gel Effectively Treats Bacterial Vaginosis Without Antibiotics
Natural curcumin gel achieves rapid symptom relief, balanced microbiome restoration, and avoids antibiotic resistance risks. Oral metronidazole is commonly prescribed as the primary therapy for BV, achieving a cure rate of 75% to 84%. According to the Centers for...
Herbal Therapeutic Approaches Demonstrate Significant Impact on Rheumatoid Arthritis
Herbal treatments modulate inflammation, reduce immune dysregulation, and alleviate joint symptoms without significant adverse effects. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder characterized by chronic inflammation, joint destruction, and reduced quality of...
Resveratrol–Copper Combination Suppresses Glioblastoma Growth and Restores Immune Function
Tumor proliferation suppressed, immune function restored, and harmful DNA cleared with no adverse reactions reported Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) remains among the deadliest primary brain cancers, notoriously resistant to current treatments. A 2025 pilot clinical...
Pharmacists Continue to Dispense Antidepressants Despite Hesitation, Study Finds
Pharmacists Fear Discussing Antidepressant Risks, Leaving Patients Uninformed and Overmedicated The Serotonin Theory Has Been Debunked For decades, depression treatments rested on a simple theory: low serotonin caused depression. An expansive, rigorous analysis of...
Stand for Health Freedom Launches National Fluoride Toolkit to Empower Citizens in 48 States – Water Should Hydrate, Not Medicate
May 2025 – Indianapolis, IN — Stand for Health Freedom (SHF) has launched a powerful new resource to support local and state advocates working to end public water fluoridation across the United States. With 48 states still adding fluoride to their water systems, this...
Skin-to-Skin Contact: Science Validates Traditional Wisdom
Maternal Instinct is Rooted in Biology and Expressed Through Culture Throughout history, maternal instinct has consistently highlighted the need for mothers to maintain physical closeness with their newborns. Cultural traditions globally, from China's "zuo yuezi" to...
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