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Tuesday, 08 March 2016 11:46
Naturopathic Poseurs
Published in
Mindful Medicine
Tuesday, 01 March 2016 11:46
More Americans without Insurance Turn to Alternative Medicine
Published in
Mindful Medicine
Wednesday, 06 January 2016 10:00
Ashwagandha: Boost Your Thyroid Properties Naturally
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Wednesday, 19 August 2015 12:11
Healing with Ayurveda
Ayurveda takes you to the root cause of your health problem. Alternatively, Western medicine is more about "fixing" the symptoms.
Published in
Naturally Savvy
Wednesday, 29 April 2015 14:00
Alternative Ways to Heal Lung Cancer
Published in
Mindful Medicine
Wednesday, 11 March 2015 11:11
The Anti-Candida Diet
Candida is an elusive syndrome that is very hard to diagnose. Learn what to look for, as well as ways to treat this oft-debilitating condition.
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Naturally Savvy
Wednesday, 18 February 2015 10:22
Practicing Ayurveda: Balancing Your Mind, Body & Spirit
Ayurveda is one of the oldest holistic practices, and believes that everything on the earth is connected through balance.
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Wednesday, 05 November 2014 11:45
Therapies to Heal Your Mind, Body & Spirit
If conventional medicine hasn't been working for you, whether for body or mind, you might want to try a different approach.
Published in
Naturally Savvy
Wednesday, 15 October 2014 14:45
Compliance vs. Adherence: Doing Your Part to Change Your Health
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Mindful Medicine
Thursday, 02 October 2014 14:22
Natural Desiccated Thyroid: An Alternative Hypothyroidism Treatment
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Wednesday, 01 October 2014 11:00
10 Foods that Fight Candida
Candida is a fungus that normally lives in your body and only becomes problematic (and symptomatic) when it gets out of hand.
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Naturally Savvy
Thursday, 25 September 2014 13:11
Pregnant? Why You WANT Morning Sickness
Some researchers have theorized that morning sickness may just be nature's way of protecting the fetus from a mom ingesting toxins.
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HER
Thursday, 04 September 2014 13:00
Menopausal? Acupuncture Can Treat Your Hot Flashes
The Journal of the North American Menopause Society (NAMS), recently indicated that acupuncture can help with hot flashes for menopausal women.
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HER
Thursday, 28 August 2014 13:41
Hypnotherapy: A Cure for What Ails You?
Hypnosis has been shown to be very effective in addressing nicotine addiction, pain management, fears and phobias, depression, and weight loss.
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 21 August 2014 12:15
The Benefits of Chiropractic Care
150,000 million Americans seek alternative medicine options. Number one on the list is chiropractic care; a safe, healthy way to treat pain.
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To Your Good Health Radio
Monday, 11 August 2014 12:00
Chelation Therapy: Promising for Diabetic Patients?
Published in
Staying Well
Monday, 21 July 2014 12:11
Do 12-Step Programs Really Work?
Published in
Staying Well
Tuesday, 06 May 2014 12:33
Do You Have Meditation Guilt?
The truth is you don't have to be in the lotus position in a candlelit room to meditate. You can learn to meditate anywhere.
Published in
Train Your Body
Wednesday, 26 March 2014 14:11
Autoimmune Disease: Is There a Cure?
The National Institutes of Health estimate more than 23.5 million Americans suffer from an autoimmune disease that is lifelong. Does alternative medicine help?
Published in
Mindful Medicine
Wednesday, 05 March 2014 12:11
A Spoonful of Bacteria for Baby?
Published in
Healthy Children
Wednesday, 05 March 2014 11:45
What is Energy Medicine?
Your body is a human energy field, but you must maintain the right balance to achieve optimal health.
Published in
Naturally Savvy
Thursday, 20 February 2014 12:45
The Legalization of Cannabis: Separating Fact from Fiction
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To Your Good Health Radio
Thursday, 20 February 2014 12:33
Heart Healthy with the “Drugless Doctor”
February is American Heart Month and Dr. Bob, "The Drugless Doctor," shares how to keep your heart happy and healthy by picking the right foods.
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To Your Good Health Radio
Wednesday, 29 January 2014 11:00
Natural Alternatives to OTC Cold & Flu Medicine
This has been a particularly rough season for cold and flu. Dr. Pescatore helps provide natural solutions to beating the flu.
Published in
Naturally Savvy
Wednesday, 27 November 2013 14:00
An Alternative Practitioner's View on Disease
Alternative medicine doctors look at disease differently than traditional Western docs. Learn how it might benefit you in the long run.
Published in
Mindful Medicine
Wednesday, 27 November 2013 03:39
Effective Non-Hormonal Therapies for Menopausal Symptoms
While the fluctuation and decline of reproductive hormones is a normal and expected event in mid-life women, the associated symptoms are nonetheless disruptive. Until very recently, millions of women alleviated their hot flashes and night sweats with conjugated equine estrogens and medroxyprogesterone acetate (synthetic hormone replacement therapy or HRT).
However, mounting evidence from several clinical trials has shown that women using synthetic HRT are at significant increased risk of developing breast cancer, coronary heart disease, pulmonary embolism, and stroke.
With little room for HRT in current practice and little else in the traditional medicine chest to consider, physicians are increasingly turning to natural non-hormonal therapies for women who need relief from menopausal symptoms.
As a naturopathic physician, I have used botanical medicines and other natural alternatives for many years with great success to help women create and maintain hormonal health. I've found the most effective approach combines stress management, diet, exercise and nutritional supplements to support and work with a woman's body, not against it. While each patient's treatment plan is unique, it has been my experience that most symptoms caused by menopause and/or hormone fluctuations and imbalances will respond to natural therapies.
However, mounting evidence from several clinical trials has shown that women using synthetic HRT are at significant increased risk of developing breast cancer, coronary heart disease, pulmonary embolism, and stroke.
With little room for HRT in current practice and little else in the traditional medicine chest to consider, physicians are increasingly turning to natural non-hormonal therapies for women who need relief from menopausal symptoms.
As a naturopathic physician, I have used botanical medicines and other natural alternatives for many years with great success to help women create and maintain hormonal health. I've found the most effective approach combines stress management, diet, exercise and nutritional supplements to support and work with a woman's body, not against it. While each patient's treatment plan is unique, it has been my experience that most symptoms caused by menopause and/or hormone fluctuations and imbalances will respond to natural therapies.
Published in
RadioMD Blog
Thursday, 21 November 2013 14:45
All-Natural Migraine Treatments
Maintaining balanced neurotransmitter levels along with healthy blood flow to the brain can be an effective strategy to lessen the impact of a migraine headache.
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 21 November 2013 14:22
Alternative Cancer Therapies with Traditional Treatments
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 21 November 2013 12:22
Natural Alternatives to Battle Even the Deadliest Diseases
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To Your Good Health Radio
Thursday, 21 November 2013 12:11
Longest Living Cancer Survivor & How He Took Charge of His Health
Thirty-eight years ago, Dr. Carl Helvie was told he had terminal lung cancer. He decided to take things into his own hands.
Published in
To Your Good Health Radio
Wednesday, 13 November 2013 11:45
No Nonsense Medicine
There’s not only one way to do things, and it's essential to realize that you need to be an advocate for your own health.
Published in
Naturally Savvy
Thursday, 24 October 2013 13:33
10 Tips to Help You Get through Chemo
The treatment for breast cancer is challenging; but If you plan your course well, you can save yourself a lot of time and frustration.
Published in
HER
Thursday, 24 October 2013 13:22
Your Integrative Approach to Preventing Breast Cancer
Published in
HER
Wednesday, 23 October 2013 11:00
The World of Alternative Healing
Published in
Naturally Savvy
Wednesday, 02 October 2013 11:11
Chiropractic Care: The Answer to Your Health Concerns?
Dr. Fab Mancini, author of Self Healing, joins Andrea and Lisa to discuss the many benefits of chiropractic care.
Published in
Naturally Savvy
Thursday, 19 September 2013 12:45
Anxiety 101: The Holistic Approach to Managing Your Anxiety
If you are living and breathing in the 21st century, then you are most likely stressed out. So, how can you overcome?
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To Your Good Health Radio
Wednesday, 11 September 2013 11:33
Infrared Saunas: Boost Metabolism & Sweat Out Toxins
Published in
Naturally Savvy
Wednesday, 11 September 2013 11:22
Is Functional Medicine Right for You?
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Naturally Savvy
Wednesday, 11 September 2013 11:11
Tapping Into Your True Self
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Naturally Savvy
Thursday, 15 August 2013 14:45
Can Niacin Fight Heart Disease?
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 15 August 2013 12:33
Weight Loss Tips from the Asian Diet Expert
Cathy Margolin, author and Doctor of Oriental Medicine, shares her best weight loss tips... the Asian way.
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To Your Good Health Radio
Wednesday, 31 July 2013 11:11
Can Alternative Medicine Help You Heal?
Is alternative medicine right for you? Learn some of the healing benefits of a natural approach to health.
Published in
Naturally Savvy
Monday, 29 July 2013 12:33
The Miracle Drug for Autoimmune Diseases
There's a new drug that effectively treats autoimmune diseases such as MS, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia and Crohn's.
Published in
Staying Well
Thursday, 25 July 2013 14:11
Herbs & Spices for Stress
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 30 May 2013 14:22
The Christopher Columbus Approach to Treating Cancer
Special guest, Lorene Benoit, presents a comprehensive natural program for understanding, preventing and working with cancer.
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 30 May 2013 14:11
Pawpaw: The Next Generation Cancer Therapy?
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 09 May 2013 14:00
Can Chelation Therapy Prevent Heart Attacks?
Is the medical community finally embracing Chelation therapy? Learn why this treatment is so beneficial.
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Wednesday, 24 April 2013 22:25
Should You Be Taking Vitamin D?
Everyone is talking about Vitamin D, but is it something everyone should take? Currently, we are including a vitamin D level on most routine laboratory exams, but labs will never tell the whole story. Let's look at conditions associated with vitamin D deficiency.
The flu – In our profession of natural medicine we do not believe a person gets the flu from being sneezed on, breathed or from a door handle. We believe you get it because your immune system is not up to par. In a study published in the Cambridge Journals, it was discovered that vitamin D deficiency might lead children to respiratory diseases. A study was than conducted which showed that vitamin D reduced the incidence of respiratory infections in children. There is no reason in my opinion to think that the same protection wouldn’t be available for adults.
Muscle weakness – There are many reasons for muscle weakness, which include a lack of healthy protein and exercise in the diet. However, according to Michael F. Holick, a leading vitamin D expert, muscle weakness is usually caused by vitamin D deficiency. He states that for skeletal muscles to function properly, their vitamin D receptors must be sustained by vitamin D. Interesting.
Psoriasis - Vitamin D, along with Zinc, vitamin A, beta-carotene, and essential fatty acids have been a stalwart of treatment for chronic skin conditions including psoriasis. In a study published by the UK PubMed central, it was discovered that synthetic vitamin D analogues were found useful in the treatment of psoriasis. Hmmm.
Published in
RadioMD Blog
Thursday, 18 April 2013 12:45
A Day Without Pain
You too can live with out pain. Learn about holistic approaches to pain management and how you can use them at home.
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To Your Good Health Radio
Monday, 01 April 2013 01:28
Are you Gluten Intolerant? Find Out Now!
Gluten, a protein found in some grains, can cause serious problems for many people.
But the issues can go from a genetic intolerance called Celiac’s disease, to a non-specific type of “sensitivity." This “sensitivity” can cause a variety of symptoms from thyroid disorders to gas and bloating.
But why is it that the average medical doctor knows about Celiac’s disease, but knows nothing or denies the existence of gluten sensitivity?
It has to do with a weakness in conventional medical training called “hypofunction”. The great Naturopathic Doctor. Konrad Kail, discussed “hypofunction” in terms of an organ or a system, which is symptomatic to the patient, but not detectable by most or any available testing methods.
For years as gluten content was rising in grains such as wheat and corn, people started to have a variety of symptoms which where “unexplainable”.
But when these patients where tested, nothing showed up.
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RadioMD Blog