Mind–Body Interventions for COPD
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease severely impacts the life of patients. What effect can yoga or tai chi have on those with COPD? A study published in Scientific Reports evaluated mind-body exercises and their impacts on stable COPD patients. Using registers and databases, researchers narrowed findings to 15 studies and over 1000 participants to measure lung […]
‘Very Demure, Very Mindful’ TikTok Trend Highlights Health Benefits of Mindfulness
The “very demure, very mindful” trend is sweeping TikTok, urging people to adopt a more mindful approach to life. Sparked by TikToker Jools Lebron’s viral video about maintaining a modest and respectful appearance, the trend has captured the attention of celebrities and health organizations alike, promoting the practice of mindfulness as a path to improved […]
Might Mindfulness Be for YOU, Too?
Mindfulness–being in the moment and aware of your feelings and thoughts without judging–has been shown to lessen pain in veterans. Could it help you as well? A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine reported the efficacy of telehealth-delivered mindfulness-based interventions (MBI). Over 690 Veterans with chronic pain and psychiatric comorbidity completed a mindfulness-based intervention that produced a […]
Discover the Power of the “Awe Walk” for Mental and Physical Well-being
Walking is a simple yet powerful way to improve physical health, mental clarity, and emotional well-being. A new trend, the “awe walk,” offers a fresh take on this daily activity, encouraging walkers to find inspiration and wonder in their surroundings. Popularized by recent research from UC Berkeley, the awe walk encourages participants to shift their […]
My Favorite Essential Oils for Mind-Body-Heart Health
Sarah LoBisco, ND, IFCMP Due to the fact that our world is so separated and polarized, the importance of connection and effective communication can be challenging. One way I assist my clients to create resilience and build courage in relationships, beyond therapy and other modalities, is by using essential oils. Essential oils are a perfect companion […]
Naturopathic Medicine for Mind-Body-Heart Health
Sarah LoBisco, ND, IFCMP More and more, the holistic approaches to medicine is being vindicated. The recognition that the body cannot be effectively divided into organ systems and that the mind and body are interconnected is becoming better recognized and accepted into mainstream medicine. For example, evidence exists that the heart is linked to the brain, […]
Shifting with the Seasons
Dr Nicola Dehlinger, ND This morning felt like the first true day of autumn – the air was cold and crisp, more layers were required to walk the dogs, and my body wanted warmer foods for breakfast. This shift of season can be a common time to feel run down or have some light symptoms […]
You Need to Know About, and Consider, Naturopathic Medicine
Sarah LoBisco, ND, IFCMP A Sick Care Model for Promoting Health is Doomed to Fail Are you happy with your current healthcare? If you have ever had the misfortune of needing to go the ER (Emergency Room) or Urgent Care, you were probably incredibly grateful for the ability to access modern medicine’s life-saving modalities, diagnostics, and […]
Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and Quantum Medical Hypnosis (QMH) in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Ezzat Moghazy, Ph.D. / I-MD Treating PTSD symptoms could lead to a significant burden on the United States economy, with an estimated $635 billion spent per year.1 My research shows that there is a significant increase in the Heart Rate Variability (HRV) coherence scores before Quantum Medical Hypnosis implementation (QMH) and after QMH, from 34 to 41, with t-test (0.032). This is […]
Mind-Body Support with Naturopathic Medicine
Sarah LoBisco, ND, IFCMP The Sad State of the World As 2020 continues to present us with more challenges and stressors, the negative mental health implications and the feared psychological repercussions that experts have warned us about have taken hold.(R) It appears that the youth, healthcare workers, and ethnic minorities have especially been hard hit with […]