What can cause Diabetes? Currently, there is a diabetes epidemic in this country, with more than 30 million people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Another 8 million are thought to have it, but are yet undiagnosed. What is causing this? If you’re thinking sugar over consumption, obesity and sedentary lifestyle, surprisingly you’re only partially correct. […]
Aroma Acupoint Therapy
INTRODUCING AROMA ACUPOINT THERAPY I am excited to introduce this new therapy I have been using and getting great feedback about. Aroma Acupoint Therapy(AAT) is a gentle, safe and yet profoundly effective treatment that draws on the energetic potential of essential oils. Treatment involves placing particular oils on specific acupuncture points or reflex zones of […]
Vaccination Concerns for Today’s Parents
With the recent outbreak of measles and the extreme response by the media and other political organizations many parents are feeling the need to consider vaccinating their children or investigate other options. Since vaccinations are such a controversial subject, many parents are concerned about exposing their children to them unless they are clearly safe and […]
How to Optimize Your Child’s Health by Gently Removing Toxins
I have been struck recently by how many women are seeking help for infertility and how many children of “healthy parents” are struggling with poor dental health, anxiety, chronic digestive issues and other complaints that seem unreasonable given their ingestion of healthy food, super foods and supplements. I keep coming back to the perspective that […]
Making the best of spring and those pesky allergies
So many things about spring are inspiring – the new growth as seeds begin to sprout and push upward to the sun with force, the wondrous array of colors spreading their glory and the prospect of bringing your budding energy to it’s full potential. Unfortunately with this new growth, pollen can create havoc for many. […]
Mind Over Medicine
by Lissa Rankin, M.D. This book may be worth reading for people who want more research-based evidence that we can influence our body’s innate ability to heal with the power of our mind. Dr. Rankin may not be aware that her book supports a number of principles of Naturopathic medicine which naturopathic doctors have been […]
The Freedom of Being…
The Freedom of Being: at ease with what is by Jan Frazier If you’re wondering how to develop “present-moment” awareness this book may offer you some practical and effective suggestions. Jan invites us to take an honest look at what motivates our spiritual life and to move toward quiet joy and happiness. The more I […]
How to nourish yourself this winter
During the winter all things in nature enter a resting period, wither or hide. Humans would benefit from following this principle as well by consolidating our energy, becoming more internally focused and quieter, talking less and listening more. It is also a great time to cook more, especially long-simmering soups and stews, roasting and baking […]
Senate Passes Naturopathic Medicine Week Resolution
Washington, D.C., September 11 – The U.S. Senate last night unanimously passed a resolution designating October 7 – October 13 as Naturopathic Medicine Week. The resolution recognizes the value of naturopathic medicine in providing “safe, effective, and affordable health care…” and encourages Americans to learn about the role of naturopathic physicians in preventing chronic and […]
Chronic Inflammation: The Internal Fire
Chronic inflammation is increasingly being viewed as a key component of disease progression in conditions as varied as asthma, chronic fatigue, chronic pain syndromes, depression and autoimmune disorders. Therefore resolution of chronic or silent inflammation lies at the heart of all attempts to treat and prevent many diseases. Addressing Chronic Inflammation with Natural Medicine If […]
