Dentists Still Overprescribing Antibiotics, and in Unnecessary Situations

Razi Berry A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago and published in JAMA Network Open has found that 81% of antibiotics prescribed by dentists – who are among the top prescribers in the U.S., accounting for about 10% of all antibiotic prescriptions – to prevent infections prior to dental […]

Nicola Dehlinger, ND

Nicola Dehlinger, ND, graduated from SCNM in 2004. Dr Nicola sees clients from around the world in her naturopathic medical practice, Pura Vida Natural Healthcare, in Durango, CO. She is an expert in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and insomnia. She is able to minimize supplements and medications as her patients become empowered to heal […]

Targeting the Endocannabinoid System May be Next Solution to OCD

Razi Berry The body’s endocannabinoid system, due to the critical role it plays in regulating neurotransmitter signaling, is an enticing target for drug development against disorders associated with anxiety, stress, and repetitive behaviors, such as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). A comprehensive new review article that provides an overview of this complex system, endogenous and exogenous cannabinoids, […]

049: Finding Your Soulmate, Keeping Love w/ Arielle Ford

Love Is Medicine Podcast 049: Finding Your Soulmate, Keeping Love w/ Arielle Ford

Arielle Ford became the self-proclaimed poster child for single women over forty when she found her soulmate and was asked to share her strategies. Twenty-five years later she is a leading personality in the personal growth and spirituality movement, love and relationship expert and author of nine books. Arielle works to promotes consciousness to help people find love, keep love and most importantly, be love. 

Changes in Heart During Perimenopause

Razi Berry It’s known that the female heart changes after menopause, but a new University of Guelph study is the first to reveal hidden changes that are happening during perimenopause– the stage before menopause. Small changes observed in perimenopause offer potential for protecting women’s hearts These small, underappreciated changes have potential implications for protecting women’s […]

Reading with Toddlers Linked to Less Aggressive Parenting

Razi Berry People who regularly read with their toddlers are less likely to engage in harsh parenting and the children are less likely to be hyperactive or disruptive, a Rutgers-led study finds. Possibly first study first to focus on how shared reading affects parenting Previous studies have shown that frequent shared reading prepares children for […]

Research confirms gut-brain connection in autism

Razi Berry People with autism often suffer from gut problems, but nobody has known why. Researchers have now discovered the same gene mutations – found both in the brain and the gut – could be the cause. Researchers found that people with autism often suffer from gut problems The discovery confirms a gut-brain nervous system […]

048: Healing When It Seems Impossible w/ Dr. Shiroko Sokitch

Love Is Medicine Podcast 048: Healing When It Seems Impossible w/ Dr. Shiroko Sokitch

We have all felt that internal sickness of having something in the world that you want to do or want to stop doing, that feels impossible. Dr. Shiroko Sokitch is living proof that healing is possible even when it seems unattainable, and is here today to share tools to help you overcome whatever you are struggling even if it feels inconceivable.

Adults Doing Puzzles Have Sharper Brains into Old Age

Razi Berry Older adults regularly engaging in word and number puzzles have sharper brains, according to the largest online study to date. Practicing puzzles such as crosswords and Sudoku offer better brain function The more regularly adults aged 50 and over played puzzles such as crosswords and Sudoku, the better their brain function, according to […]