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Addressing Patient Susceptibility to Allergies and Immune Challenges
This episode of the OneMedicine Podcast, featuring Dr. Chris D. Meletis, a Naturopathic Physician, international lecturer, and author of 18 ...
Cranberry Extract May Reduce Risk of Chronic Disease
A study published in the journal npj Biofilms and Microbes shows that short-term supplementation with cranberry extract can improve gut health and may help protect ...
Supplement Combo Helps Treat Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is one of the most common severe mental illnesses, affecting some 24 million people—about one in every 300—worldwide. Symptoms ...
Demystifying Methylation: Patterns, Processes and the Pivotal Role of B vitamins.
Methylation is a complex, often poorly understood subject—but it’s essential for overall wellness, vitality and disease prevention. As a central ...
Meal Timing & Cardiovascular Health
Adding to the body of knowledge regarding dietary patterns and cardiovascular disease (CVD), a cross-sectional study was recently published in the Journal of ...
Natural Support for Lipid Metabolism and Cardiovascular Health – White Paper
This detailed white paper explores how certain nutrients enhance lipid metabolism and boost cardiovascular health. Learn how specific nutrients, backed ...
Study Highlights Another Danger of Childhood Obesity
Childhood obesity has long been understood as a cause of or contributor to a host of other conditions, including many ...
Research Uncovers Natural Solution for Postpartum Blues
Postpartum blues, also known as “baby blues,” is characterized by mood swings, crying spells, anxiety, and difficulty sleeping. It affects ...
What to Look for in a Professional Medical Intuitive
Whether you are an individual seeking a personal consultation, or a health care provider looking to work with a medical intuitive on behalf of your ...
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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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