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Before the bugs hit: protect your patients with science-backed supplements shown to enhance immunity.
Given the continuing uncertainty about COVID-19 variants and this season’s suspected infection rates, we’re all bracing for winter. Meanwhile, the ...
Young Americans Will Spend Half Their Lives Taking Prescription Drugs
It’s no secret that Americans take a lot of prescription drugs. But a new study published in the journal Demography ...
Researchers Develop Test to Measure Blood Levels of Omega-3s
While the human body can generate most of the fats it needs, it cannot produce adequate levels of omega-3 fatty ...
Beyond a Backup Plan: Why a multi may be more important than you think.
Recommending a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement may be part of your standard practice, as an insurance policy to fill ...
Honoring Daniel Benor, MD – Intuitive Medicine Pioneer
I was introduced to the work of Dr. Daniel Benor, a pioneering voice in biofield research, while writing my book, ...
Why Use Breath Testing for SIBO and IBS?
You see patients in your office with chronic digestive issues, such as bloating, gas, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps all the ...
8-day Menu for Neurodiverse Kids
One of the biggest daily challenges for parents of children with ADHD or other neurodiverse conditions is planning healthy meals ...
Study Finds Biomarkers That Identify Long COVID With 96 Percent Accuracy
A study published in Nature on Sept 18 (Accelerated Article Preview) and reported in Medscape, has found biomarkers that identify long COVID with ...
Breast Milk May Hold a Key to Early Breast Cancer Detection
Medical research is usually initiated by doctors and scientists working in hospitals and laboratories. But sometimes, patient input can spur ...
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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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