Dr. Charley Cropley, ND @charleycropley You know how we all have a weak spot in our diet; that thing we cannot seem to control when the impulse arises. Years ago mine was black licorice. On weekends I’d often buy a box of my favorite and eat the whole thing in one sitting. Merely thinking seriously […]
Megan Ray Nichols It’s one thing to sneeze, cough and itch while you’re outside — it’s quite another to suffer inside of your own home. Nevertheless, allergy season can make it feel like that’s the norm. It turns out there are some simple methods you can put into practice to make your home a safe haven
(NaturalPath) A recent study, published in the BMJ, has shown that fish oils may reduce the risk of mortality in bowel cancer patients. Data was compiled from the Nurses’ Health Study, and the Health Professionals Follow Up Study, totaling 121,700 female and 51,529 male participants. All participants completed questionnaires in regards to medical history and
(NaturalPath) It’s back to school season and that means flu virus season. While adults do it too, the main culprits are kids who are spreading their germs all over the place to their friends on the playground and to their family. What are some ways to avoid the flu virus and keep your family happy and
Dr. Angie Krause, DVM, CVA, CCRT As the paleo diet becomes more popular in the US, many pet parents have started to question the use of grain in their pet’s diet. There are many opinions about grains for cats and dogs. A veterinary nutritionist would tell you that corn is a great source of protein
(NaturalPath) According to a study out of the American Academy of Neurology and published online in Neurology, calcium supplements may be associated with an increased risk of dementia in older women who have had a stroke or other signs of cerebrovascular disease. Cerebrovascular disease is a group of disorders that affect blood flow in the brain
Dr. Allison Galan, ND Plants have been shown to be effective in removing toxins from air in our environment. They can be especially effective in small areas, where an accumulation of toxins build up over time. As so many products we purchase and consume are filled with chemicals, starting your own household garden can be
(NaturalPath) Most kids in college and adults on the go want to grab that sugary drink to get them through the day. A study published in the journal Nutrients, out of Virginia Tech modeled the effect of replacing one 8-ounce sugar-sweetened beverage with an 8-ounce serving of water, based on the daily dietary intake of US
Dr. Carly Polland, ND You started to notice that your child isn’t like the other kids. Your child can’t seem to sit still. Your child can’t focus on schoolwork or chores. Your child can’t even focus on what you say to them. Your child is overly boisterous, running and climbing when they need to be
(NaturalPath) For the first time, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine has released official consensus recommendations for the amount of sleep needed to promote optimal health in children and teenagers to avoid the health risks of insufficient sleep. The consensus statement includes saying infants four to 12 months old should sleep 12 to 16 hours per
