Radio Naturopath Episode 192: Best Time to Sleep, Stress is Good For You, Probiotics and Weight Loss, All About Biotin

A little about the circadian cycle: should EVERYONE sleep from 10/11 pm to 7/8 am, or are there genetic variations? Stress can be GOOD for you. Rise to the challenge! Did you know there's a probiotic that may help with weight loss? And a nut? And Biotin can help you in so many ways. It's not a good thing to be without! 

Radio Naturopath Episode 191: NHAND Conference 2018 Highlights: Menopause, Holistic Dentistry, Adrenals

I just got back from the NHAND (New Hampshire Association of Naturopathic Doctors Conference) 2018, and as usual learned lots of stuff. Today I focused on Dr. Robin DiPasquale's discussion of menopause: help from the gemmotherapies vaccinium, rosemary and dogwood; help for hot flashes; Dr. Thom's discussion of holistic dentistry, including whether fluoride is good for you, disrupting plaque, and taking out amalgam fillings. Also, don't just treat the thyroid, treat the adrenals! 

Radio Naturopath Episode 190: Happy Halloween! Halloween Candy? Should You Go To Extremes?

I talked about a brief history of Halloween, how it was taken from the Celtic Pagan holiday of Samhain, the new year. On this day it was thought that the veils between the living and dead were the thinnest and you could communicate with your loved ones in the beyond. When the Christians came, in order to get more adherents, the Christians allowed the Pagans to incorporate their traditions into Christianity, and blended All Saints and All Souls Day with Halloween, the even of All Saints Day. The costumes and commercialization are, well, about making money. It's celebrated this way here in the US and on the British isles. 

Also, Halloween candy. Should you eat it? Ways to preserve your teeth if you indulge! And, we take on the topic of going to extremes: dieting, exercise, any sort of program.

Radio Naturopath Episode 189: Colds and Flus 2018; Why Leafy Greens Are Good

I have been seeing so many people coming in with colds and coughs and sinus infections. Some of them come and tell me they're getting over the infections, and went to the MD who gave them antibiotics, steroid inhalers or nasal sprays, a course of prednisone, and/or a decongestant. I tell them next time, come see me! There is so much that naturopathic physicians can do help to prevent and treat coughs, colds, and flu that don't involve immunosuppressive steroids and decongestants. Neti pots, xylitol/saline nasal spray, gargling, washing your hands are all really important. There are great herbs and vitamins that can help too! Also, I talk about why leafy greens are so great. Did you know that cabbage and sauerkraut can prevent esophageal cancer? I LOVE sauerkraut! And it's vegan! 

Radio Naturopath Episode 188: Prostate Health and BPH; Why Soup is Good For You

This one's for the guys, and all about PROSTATE HEALTH. Specifically, what is BPH, the hormonal and toxin aspects of it, how it happens, how to treat it, naturally and with meds! It's all about lowering too much hormone, especially estrogens and environmental estrogen-like compounds. So, eat your crucifers! GO BROCCOLI Also, because I'm cold, why soup is good for you.

Radio Naturopath Episode 187: Interview with Sue Cote: Life Coaching, Decluttering, and Some Amazing Essential Oils!

We had the lovely Sue Cote on again today. She is doing some awesome, intuitive life coaching. She continues to help people part with stuff they don't need anymore. Decluttering is essential for a peaceful mind! She also brought her terrific friends, Mugwort, Ginger, Great Fir, Pine, Cedar, Tea Tree-Lemon for us to enjoy. It was a great visit! 

Radio Naturopath Episode 186:Patient Centered Care, Stay Healthy in the Fall, Sport Drinks, Avocados

It’s getting chilly. So this week, I talked about patient centered care: the patient comes first! LISTEN, honor their needs, direct them where they need to go to take care of your health. I also touched on those first days of fall, how to be happier despite the fading light. Get outside already! When to drink a sport drink, cuz hydration is important. Also, why avocados are good for you!

Radio Naturopath Episode 185: Pros and Cons of Naturopathic Medicine; Dizziness and Vertigo: Why? How to Treat

I discuss the pros and cons of seeing a naturopathic physician. What's so great about us, anyway? Lots! We spend time with you, get to know you as a person, are very creative about helping you heal as an individual. We take a more holistic approach to all of your health concerns, including your pharmaceuticals. We are extensively trained in many kinds of natural medicine, including herbs, homeopathy, and nutrition. So what could be bad? Well, in Connecticut we can't be your PCP or prescribe and manage your pharmaceuticals. That's because of our very old, arcane law that has not been modernized since its enactment in 1923. We're still working on it! Talk to your state representative!

Also, we talk about DIZZINESS. What is it, really? What are some direct causes? How can we treat it? Dizziness can be really minor, really serious, and somewhere in between! But, hit that gingko and ginger and they can help!

Radio Naturopath Episode 184: Materia Medica vs. Repertory; Ovarian Cysts: What, Why, How to Treat

Today we talk a little more about homeopathy, and compare the Materia Medica to the Repertory. Materia Medica lists all the homeopathic remedies alphabetically and what they do, whereas the Repertory gives you every possible symptom there could be and tells you what remedies will help it. Both very useful tools in homeopathy! Also, all about ovarian cysts (OWW), what they are, why they happen, and how to treat them.

Radio Naturopath Episode 183: Hydration and Staying Healthy in the Heat, Salt and Health, Boxers for Fertility, DHEA

It was REALLY HOT, so I gave good counsel on what to look for in terms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. It's OK to get out of the heat! Also, drink a lot, maybe with a little salt and sugar to port the fluid into your system. This led to a discussion on the healthy use of salt. It's OK! Plus, boxers vs. briefs for male fertility, exercise improves your mental health, and the health benefits of the great over-the-counter hormone, DHEA!