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 […]
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Cardiovascular
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Aspirin Caused Bleeds May Outweigh Cardiovascular Benefit, Without Effect on Cancer
European Society of Cardiology Aspirin prevented serious vascular events in patients with diabetes who did not already have cardiovascular disease, but it caused almost as many major bleeds and there
Cardiopulmonary Medicine
CVD & ABO Blood Types
Student Scholarship Honorable Mention Far Rahman Ralph Esposito, ND, LAc An individual’s blood type has a considerable influence on many aspects of health, including digestion of food, stress response, immunity,
Book Reviews, Cardiopulmonary Medicine
Medical Resources for NDs: A Review of Current Publications for the Naturopathic Industry
Education Lena Kian, ND Herbal Formularies for Health Professionals, Volume 2: Circulation and Respiration Dr Jill Stansbury, a naturopathic physician and leading expert in botanical medicine, has utilized her 30
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Antibiotic Ciprofloxacin (“Cipro”) Damages Connective Tissue
Node Smith, ND There has been a recent recirculation of information warning against the use of ciprofloxacin, and other antibiotics of the fluoroquinolone class.1 The warnings are specific to the
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High Levels of HDL-Cholesterol May NOT be so Desirable After Menopause
Node Smith, ND A new study has suggested that high density lipoprotein (HDL), the “good cholesterol,” may not represent the same cardiovascular risk for post-menopausal women.1 The body needs cholesterol.
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Saunas May Lower Stroke Risk
Node Smith, ND According to a recent study, using saunas regularly is associated with a reduction in stroke risk.1 Using a sauna 4-7 times per week was seen to lower
Cardiopulmonary Medicine, Gastrointestinal
Heartburn & Heartbeats: Exploring GERD & Atrial Fibrillation
Andrew Hubbard, BSc (Hons) Ellen Wong, BSc (Hons), ND Student Scholarship – First Place Research Review Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is the most commonly diagnosed heart arrhythmia in America.1,2 Most causes are
Men's Health
When Testosterone Drops: Anti-Aging for Male Baby Boomers
Janice Seibert, ND Naturopathic Perspective The testes, unlike the ovaries, are capable of making testosterone well past the age of 70. Compared to women, men do not experience an abrupt
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Increased Cardiovascular Risk After Discontinuing Hormone Therapy
Node Smith, ND Hormone Replacement Therapy A recent study has found that there may be a significant increase in cardiovascular events, resulting in death of postmenopausal women who have been