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Natural Cure for Winter Blues

by Dr. James Gilchrist

After returning home to Colorado from Naturopathic medical school in Seattle, I felt a bit of ambivalence. On the one...

Sauna for Health: Traditional Finnish or Infra-Red Sauna

by Dr. Christopher Lepisto

Back in the winter of 1995, I stayed with locals while travelling in Northern Finland. Increasingly excited to learn more...

Heart Health: Five questions to ask yourself

by Dr. Steve Parcell

1. What is my family history? Did my parents have a diagnosis of heart disease, hypertension, or high cholesterol? ...

Thyroid Harmony: Fertility and a Flourishing Pregnancy

by Dr. Rosia Parrish

The Thyroid is not only vital for fertility, but also for maintaining pregnancy and fetal development. Learn naturopathic solutions to maintain Thyroid health.

The Winter Solstice: Naturopathic Approaches to Celebrate

by Dr. Kelsey Asplin

Winter Solstice is a time for introspection and/or a walk about in the great outdoors. It’s a time for accepting and embracing the darkest day, realizing that the light is on its way. Celebrate Winter Solstice with holistic and naturopathic practices.

Healthy Skin Month: Naturopathic Care Dives Deeper into the “WHY?”

by Dr. Eric Dorninger

Healthcare providers and those suffering skin issues need to change diagnosing from WHAT you have to Why you have it. The patient suffering chronic skin symptoms already knows they have weird, odd, red, itchy, painful stuff on their skin. Differential diagnosis (A list of what the skin issue could be) needs to change from WHAT’s to WHY’s that are ruled in or ruled out through validated labs and imaging.

Magic Mushrooms and Mental Health: The Where, When, Who, What, Why, and How of Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.

by Dr. Ryan Phillips

Psychedelics are no longer just counterculture—they’re entering mainstream medicine. But between evolving laws, limited access, and wide variability in care, knowing how to approach psychedelic therapy matters. Here’s what to understand before taking the next step.