Cannabis: The “Gateway” Herb
Dr. Rob Streisfeld, ND @DocRob The documented and historical use of Cannabis as medicine goes back well over 5,000 years. While this factoid is quite significant, the modern conversation and potential applications for Cannabis in healthcare today has really just begun. The excitement around the potential applications being discovered thru research and increased scientific understanding […]
Ways to Help Reduce Nausea During Pregnancy
Dr. Tanya Lee, H.BSc, ND Nausea, or “morning sickness” is one of the most common symptoms women experience during pregnancy, affecting 50% to 80% of pregnant women.1 The typical presentation women experience is mild nausea at one point of the day (not just in the morning!) that is relieved by eating, is limited to the […]
Herb of the Day: Calendula
Dr. Jennifer Williamson Even though this exercise in writing about medicinal plants I find near my home is 100% self-imposed, I feel like I am cheating a little with this one. My neighbor planted these flowers in our front yard so that she could harvest them for her own medicine making. I didn’t find it […]
Men’s Health, A Holistic Perspective
Dr. Peter Swanz, ND, FHANP As I decided what to write about for this men’s health issues article, I was conflicted. My first thought was to write about possible homeopathic remedies for a particularly male related pathology, BPH. But as I pondered my experiences working with adult males over the past decade, I decided there […]
Chia Seed Plum Jam
Dr. Ashley Burkman, ND This super simple omega-3 packed recipe is great to spread on toast or to use a dessert recipe. I am lucky enough to have a very abundant plum tree in my back yard that has pushed me to pursue innovative ways to preserve them! Chia seeds Chia seeds are called a […]
Herb of the Day: Dogwood
Dr. Jennifer Williamson Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea) is growing all over my little mountain. When I first noticed it, I was driving down our road and saw black berries and red stems. Immediately, I thought that it was Elderberries and I just hit the motherload of places to collect them. But, upon further inspection, they are […]
Herb of the Day: Wild Carrot
Dr. Jennifer Williamson, ND Wild carrot (Daucus carota) is a member of the dreaded Apiaceae family, and its closest looking relative is the deadly Poison Hemlock which killed Socrates (insert diabolical laugh here). Thankfully, there are a few different ways to distinguish between the two plants that I found at the Carrot Museum website. First, […]
Recognizing and Embracing Feminine Energy
Dr. Taryn Deane, ND @DrTarynDeane Last post, I shared some ideas I have about fixing the world’s problems, including our declining health, by understanding the duality that exists in all of us to cultivate ideal relationships and orgasmic sex. Today I’d like to build on that by getting super clear on why we need to […]
Red Meat, Dairy Linked to Insulin Sensitivity
Studies are linking high red meat consumption with the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, while high dairy consumption is being associated with decreased risk. The study compared the impact on insulin sensitivity when consuming high levels of lean red meat and minimal dairy vs. no red meat with a low-fat dairy consumption. Dairy foods […]
Dr. Krystal Richardson, ND
Dr. Krystal Richardson is a naturopathic doctor who is an expert in integrative medicine. She is passionate about family medicine and enjoys working with all ages. She believes in creating a relationship with her patients that focuses on a partnership where patient and doctor can work together towards achievable goals. While pursuing a medical degree […]
