Could Focusing on Sick-Care, Fitness, and Diet Fads be Missing the Mark for a Happier, Healthier Nation?
Sarah LoBisco, ND, IFCMP The healthcare, nutrition, diet, and fitness industries are booming.(1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9) Global health care expenditure is expected to reach 10.059 trillion dollars by 2022. The fitness industry alone is estimated to have a market size of 87.23 billion, and the diet and weight loss industries rake in […]
Unhealthy Diets Linked to Mental Illness
Razi Berry A new study has concluded that a poor diet is directly linked to mental health complaints regardless of factors such as gender, education, age, economic or marital status.1 A holistic approach to mental health issues often addresses dietary factors, but to have a conventional study support this link may be a step in […]
Mother’s Milk Deemed “Life-Saving Intervention” for Infants with Heart Disease
Razi Berry There’s been historic controversy regarding the health benefits of breastfeeding for infants. Holistic minded individuals in general consider breastfeeding the optimum food choice for infants, which helps promote a healthy immune system and protect babies from disease. Recently a study and press release was made public that also advocates the use of breast […]
45 Minutes of Education Can Help Better Manage Chronic Disease
Razi Berry A recent study underlines one of the many reasons why people may be benefited by holistic practitioners. The study looked at how an additional 45 minutes of patient education can improve outcomes for individuals who have been diagnosed with a chronic illness. Typical visit to a naturopath is generally 30 minutes or more […]
Nasal Breathing May Improve Memory Consolidation
Razi Berry Breathing is often overlooked as a powerful determinant of health. However, if we think about it, breathing should be one of the primary focal points of our everyday life. Air is absolutely essential for mammals to exist. Without air we die. So, it should come as no surprise that the manner in which […]
Bleach Baths Versus Normal Baths for Atopic Dermatitis
Node Smith, ND Review of the Efficacy of Bleach Baths Versus Plain Water Baths for Symptom Reduction A recent article reviewed the efficacy of bleach baths versus regular plain water baths in reducing the symptoms of atopic dermatitis.1 Atopic dermatitis (AD) is the most common form eczema – roughly 17.8 million people suffer from the […]
3 Reasons Your Pet Gets Ear Infections and How to Stop Them
Dr. Angie Krause, ND Some Pet Health Tips: Ear You Go! Ear infections are one of the most common reasons dogs, and sometimes cats, visit a veterinarian. When I was in conventional practice I would see tons of ear infections every day. While one ear infection in your pet’s lifetime is no big deal, many […]