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Welcome to our integrative health blog, where our team of holistic practitioners shares their expertise to help you achieve optimal well-being. Each month, we delve into a new theme, providing you with insightful articles, practical tips, and the latest in holistic health trends. Whether you're interested in nutrition, natural remedies, mental health, or physical fitness, our diverse team of experts offers a wealth of knowledge to support your wellness journey. Join us as we explore the multifaceted world of holistic health and empower you to live your healthiest life.
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The Gut–Autoimmune Connection: How Nutrition Can Heal Inflammation from the Inside Out
This is a short blog linking nutrition with autoimmune conditions and applying the optimum diet and nutrients needed to overcome autoimmune conditions.
Elena DiPerri, CNS, LN
9 hours ago5 min read
Managing Long COVID with Functional Medicine: Personalized Lab Testing & Treatment Approaches
If you are someone who has struggled to return to your “normal” self after a COVID-19 infection, you are not alone. Long COVID, also known as long-haul COVID, is a chronic illness that can affect multiple organ systems...
Dr. Caitlan Readhead, ND
13 hours ago2 min read
Endometriosis Explained: Causes, Symptoms, Risk Factors & Treatment Options
This is a brief accurate overview on endometriosis and the holistic and conventional treatments available.
Dr. Mièka Bryan, PT, DPT
6 days ago3 min read
Is Your Immune System Burned Out? Signs of Dysfunction and How to Reset It Naturally
If you think your immune system operates like a polished, well-oiled machine, think again. It’s more like a dysfunctional office filled with burned-out staff, passive-aggressive emails, and immune cells throwing shade at the water cooler. Let’s take a tour behind the scenes—and learn how to catch the dysfunction before it becomes a full-on HR disaster.
Dr. Marissa Boyd, ND
Aug 114 min read
Why Sleep Is the Missing Link in Healing and Immune Health: A Naturopathic Perspective
As a Naturopathic Doctor, I have the unique privilege of observing how everyday lifestyle habits impact the body’s ability to heal. From...
Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND
Aug 113 min read
How Heavy Metals Disrupt the Immune System: The Hidden Link to Autoimmunity and Chronic Infections
The immune system in the human body is composed of various types of cells that protect against harmful pathogens. While it is designed to...
Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND
Aug 53 min read
Understanding Autoimmune Disease: How Functional Medicine Targets Root Causes for Better Management
Autoimmune disease occurs when the immune system mistakenly identifies healthy cells as foreign and attacks otherwise healthy tissue....
Dr. Caitlan Readhead, ND
Aug 42 min read
Tending Your Inner Fire: Chinese Medicine Tips for Summer Joy, Balance, and Connection
Chinese Medicine reminds us that human beings are part of the natural world. The energetic shifts that occur in nature—such as the...
Ashley Paraiso, LAc, DiplOM
Jul 94 min read
Why Gut Health Is the Key to Whole-Body Wellness: A Naturopathic Doctor Explains
If you’ve been a patient of mine, you’ve likely heard me talk about gut health. Although you might be coming to see me for acne or even...
Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND
Jun 303 min read
Kindness and Wellness: How Acts of Compassion Boost Your Mind, Body, and Longevity
As a holistic wellness doctor, I often remind my patients that healing isn't just about what we put into our bodies—it’s also about what...
Dr. Marissa Boyd, ND
Feb 243 min read
The Power of Holistic Self-Care: How Naturopathic Doctors Help You Heal and Thrive
Self-care is essential for living a balanced, healthy life—yet, for many, it’s often the first thing to be neglected. Between work,...
Dr. Marissa Boyd, ND
Jan 205 min read
The Great Outdoors and Vitamin D: A Deeper Dive Into The Sunshine Vitamin
Discover the multifaceted benefits of Vitamin D, from mood regulation to inflammation reduction. Learn how modern sun-safety habits impact V
Elena DiPerri, CNS, LN
Jun 2, 20243 min read
Embracing the Chill: The Benefits of Cold Water Therapy
Cold water therapy, an age-old practice that has recently surged in popularity, offers numerous health benefits that are both fascinating...
Dr. Marissa Boyd, ND
May 28, 20243 min read
Great Outdoors, Great Immune Function
An important principle of naturopathic medicine is recognizing the healing power of nature. This healing power not only comes from the...
Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND
May 26, 20242 min read
Herbal Mushroom Blend for Detoxing
Together, this herbal/mushroom blend creates an excellent detox to use short term or long term for prevention/maintenance: Milk thistle-...
Dr. Jenna Scott, ND
Mar 7, 20231 min read
NAC: New Aging Cure?
We all know that “anti-aging” is its own industry and a big one at that. That being said, with the hundreds of supplements and creams to...
Mickey Hardy
Nov 21, 20224 min read
Wet Sock Treatment for Lung Health: Natural Remedies Unveiled
Naturopathic doctors have an array of tools in their medicinal toolbelt for lung health remedies. One that often gets overlooked is...
Chelsea Birch, ND, RH (AHG), CBHT
Nov 3, 20212 min read
Understanding Autoimmune Joint Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Natural Remedies
With this month being Arthritis Awareness Month, we want to make sure to cover one of the most common causes of joint pains - Autoimmune...
Chelsea Birch, ND, RH (AHG), CBHT
Jul 16, 20214 min read
Understanding Joint Pain: Types of Arthritis and How to Alleviate It
The hip bone is connected to the…knee bone…the knee bone is connected to the…ankle bone. These “connections” that we grew up singing...
Chelsea Birch, ND, RH (AHG), CBHT
Jul 1, 20211 min read
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