Cannabinoids found to Remove Compound linked to Alzheimer’s Disease
A new study published in the journal Aging and Mechanisms of Disease, indicates that cannabinoids found in cannabis such as THC may remove a compound thought linked to Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and Huntington’s diseases. Amelyoid beta is a plaque forming protein thought to be a result of brain inflammation and neuronal death. Marijuana has already been shown in […]
Can Healthy Gut Bacteria Reduce Your Risk of Cancer?
Dr. Bianca Garilli, ND Humans are Inoculated with Gut Bacteria at Birth Taking into account that the human body is comprised of approximately 10 trillion bacterial cells and only 1 trillion human cells, it’s high time we took these little bugs seriously. As humans, we are inoculated with gut bacteria at birth or, as more recent […]
Inflammation May Worsen Depression
(NaturalPath) A recently published review in the American Journal of Psychiatry examined roughly 200 studies done on depression and inflammation. Researchers were interested in the relationship between the levels of inflammatory markers and depression. They examined the two inflammatory markers CRP and IL-6, and found that in patients with depression, levels were elevated by up to […]
6 Tips for a Heart-Healthy Valentine’s Day
Dr. Sarah Cimperman, ND @drcimperman Research studies show that love plays an important role in cardiovascular health.1 This Valentine’s Day, forget the candy and celebrate with some heart-healthy activities instead. Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a night out with friends, or time with the family, here are six ways to connect with loved ones […]
Link Between Inflammation and Depression
A study in the American Journal of Psychiatry studied the link between inflammation and depression. “One thing that we’re particularly interested in is how stress affects the immune system, which in turn affects diseases and mental health outcomes,” said one of the co-authors of the paper. The authors found that in addition to being linked […]
Skin Conditions Predict The Future In Women With PCOS
Dr. Kali MacIsaac HBSc, ND A very new study has shed some scientific light on what naturopathic doctors have known for a long time – skin health tells us a lot about the internal workings of the body, especially hormonal balance. Many skin disorders are a manifestation of improper hormonal regulation It is great when […]
Bacterial Vaginosis: A Common Vaginal Infection You May Not Know About
Dr. Michelle Cameron, ND Are you experiencing a change to your vaginal discharge? Have you noticed an abnormal vaginal odor or more discharge than usual? If so, you may be experiencing symptoms of a vaginal infection called bacterial vaginosis (BV). What is BV? BV is the most common cause of vaginal discharge in women of […]
Can Intermittent Fasting Improve Your Health?
Dr. Marc Bubbs ND, CSCS @DrBubbs A technique to kickstart weight loss Throughout history, going long periods without eating or fasting is a therapeutic technique that has been used for millennia to promote wellness and purge the body of toxins and disease. From an evolutionary perspective, our hunter-gatherer ancestors would have been without food for […]
Home-Made Harissa
Dr. Sarah Cimperman, ND @DrCimperman Healthy eating is often associated with boring food, but it doesn’t have to be. Condiments are a simple way to add flavor and flair to any meal, whether you’re eating steamed vegetables and grilled chicken, or an elaborate lamb tagine. Some condiments also have health benefits and harissa belongs at […]
15 Ways to Treat GERD Naturally
Dr. Sarah Cimperman, ND @DrCimperman Have you Heard of GERD? (Of Course You Have) Approximately 6 out of 10 adults in the United States suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease, also known as GERD, and 3 in 10 experience symptoms on a weekly basis. The most common symptoms are a burning sensation in the chest or […]