By Dr. Andy Swanson Perhaps you’ve injured your shoulder or been told you have a rotator cuff tear. Maybeyou’re dealing with Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, or recoveringfrom surgery. While each injury is unique, they all require a comprehensive approach tohealing. As naturopathic physicians, we focus on treating the whole person rather than simplyaddressing
Read MoreBy Dr. Jonathan Psenka Quick Summary: Many people worry that a needle biopsy might cause cancer to spread, and research suggests that while this risk may exist, it appears to be relatively low. Biopsies remain essential because they provide critical information about a tumor, helping doctors diagnose cancer and choose the most effective treatments. Studies
Read Moreby Dr. Andy Swanson Think of the thyroid as an accelerator for your body. Apply too much gas, and the system can become overstimulated, resulting in overactivity, or hyperthyroidism. Without enough acceleration, the system may stall, resulting in underactivity, or hypothyroidism. At the cellular level, thyroid hormone activates energy production and therefore influences the health
Read MoreRecovery from a viral illness is not just about clearing the infection—it is about supporting the body as it restores energy, balance, and resilience By Natascha Marler, ND, LMT Most viral illnesses resolve within days, but the recovery process often continues much longer. Fatigue, reduced stamina, brain fog, and respiratory symptoms reflect that the body
Read MoreBy Natascha Marler, NMD, LMT The Essentials: The best part: vagal tone is trainable and responds to simple, consistent care. Understanding the Mechanism: The vagus nerve plays a central role in autonomic regulation, linking the brainstem with the heart, lungs, digestive tract, and immune system. “Vagal tone” refers to the level of baseline parasympathetic activity
Read Moreby Jacqueline Clow RNC HNC Did you know trees in the southern states start producing pollen as early as January? Normally the body’s Immune System only reacts if there’s a harmful system it comes in contact with like bacteria or attacks on the body. With allergies, peoples immune system’s overreact to somewhat harmless substances such
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