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Understanding Methylation for the Busy Practitioner: What is Methylation, How Do You Test, and Treat?
Chronic health consequences associated with hypomethylation include cardiovascular disease, autoimmune disease, diabetes, neurodegenerative disease, psychological disorders, and cancer.8,9 DNA methylation results in gene regulation by ...
Thyroid Function and Immune Resilience: The Role of Black Cumin Seed
Black cumin seed (Nigella sativa) has been a staple in traditions for centuries, from ancient Egypt to Ayurveda and the Middle East. Now, the evidence ...
Using Nutrigenomics in Your Practice to Improve Clinical Outcomes
In this episode of the OneMedicine Podcast, featuring Matt Lim, BAppSc, BHSc, we dive into using nutrigenomics to improve health ...
Simplified Stress Management Protocol
Chronic stress is dangerous, even deadly. But designing a stress-management protocol is complicated, and too many interventions may overburden an already-compromised physiology and overwhelm patients. ...
Enhancing CoQ10 Absorption with New Technology
The challenge is that most CoQ10 supplements are not well-absorbed. Furthermore, they need to be taken with a fatty meal for optimal absorption. As I ...
Seasonal Allergies and Immunity: What the Research Shows
Seasonal allergies are a significant problem for almost 25 percent of the U.S. population. Current treatment strategies are limited, demanding a more thoughtful approach from ...
From Probiotics to Fecal Transplant – A Paradigm Shift (Part 1)
Early Days of Probiotics: Promise and Marketing Hype Modern microbiome science emerged in the 2000s with the realization that trillions ...
BMP-Complexes: From Surgery to Supplement
From groundbreaking orthopedic surgery to patented oral formulas, learn how BMP-complexes like Cyplexinol® are transforming bone and joint health.
Understanding NRF2: Clinical Relevance in Oxidative Stress, Inflammation, and Chronic Disease
NRF2 is a master regulator of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory defenses, making it a vital target in managing chronic diseases like cancer, neurodegeneration, diabetes, and heart ...
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How Essential Oils Support Digestive Health, the Microbiome, and the Gut-Brain Connection
Could essential oils support a healthier gut ecosystem? Learn how aromatic compounds may interact with microbial communities, support relaxation and parasympathetic activity, and contribute to a comprehensive approach to digestive wellness.
Saffron and Depression: What New Research Shows
In 2026, the saffron research landscape has shifted from "promising spice" to a sophisticated, evidence-based botanical ally for mental health, particularly when it comes to mood, sleep, and overall emotional well-being. As practitioners, we are always looking for tools that are both ...
Short-Course Botanicals: A New Option for Early Respiratory, GI, and Urinary Support
Short-course botanical protocols offer practitioners a structured, five-day approach to supporting microbial balance and the body’s natural defenses during early respiratory, gastrointestinal, and urinary symptoms.
Real-World Outcomes Using Oral Essential Oils for Acute Pharyngotonsillitis
A new observational study followed adults with mild-to-moderate acute pharyngotonsillitis (sore throat) treated either with penicillin V or an oral essential oil therapy. All groups improved, but essential oil users often avoided antibiotics altogether. This article reviews the study design, outcomes, mechanisms ...
Curcumin for Healthy Aging: A Scientific Review of 15 Clinical Trials
Curcumin shows significant promise as a natural intervention for healthy aging, with particular strength in cognitive enhancement, mood support, and muscle health preservation.
Beyond Immunity: How Echinacea EP107 Targets Stress and Anxiety
Clinical research suggests Echinacea EP107 specifically targets psychic symptoms of anxiety—including worry, fear and insecurity—rather than somatic symptoms like muscle tension.
Curcumin’s Role as a Broad-Spectrum Detox Agent
Curcumin appears to be a promising broad‑spectrum protective agent against diverse chemical and natural toxicants in preclinical models. It is generally well tolerated in humans, but poor oral bioavailability, heterogeneous dosing, and a lack of well‑controlled human trials mean it is not ...
Bauhinia forficata (Pata de Vaca): A Rain-Forest Botanical for Metabolic Regulation and Longevity Support
Bauhinia forficata (commonly known as Pata de Vaca or “Cow’s Foot”) has long been utilized in traditional South American herbal medicine as a “Vegetable Insulin” for blood-sugar support and detoxification. Recent studies confirm its capacity to modulate glucose metabolism through multiple mechanisms: ...
Treating Kidney Stones with Chanca piedra (Phyllanthus niruri, “Stonebreaker”)
Overview and Ethnobotanical Context Chanca piedra (Phyllanthus niruri), known as “Stonebreaker,” features prominently in Amazonian and South Asian traditional medicine for renal, hepatic, and urinary tract conditions. Recent research supports its historical use for nephrolithiasis and cholelithiasis (1-3). Clinical Benefits and Mechanisms ...
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