Last year, I fulfilled a bucket-list goal of mine: to present at the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians 2024 Convention. I was one of about twenty chosen out of over 200 proposals to speak to my colleagues and it was such an honor. But I would be remiss if I didn’t share some of what
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Do you feel down in the dumps as soon as the second half of your menstrual cycle hits or starting a few days before your period? Does it interfere with your relationships, your mental health, or your daily activities and responsibilities? Many menstruating people struggle with premenstrual syndrome (PMS) or what I like to call
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Have you ever made the connection between different times of your menstrual cycle and how you’re feeling physically, mentally, and emotionally? You may experience fluctuations in things like energy, creativity, motivation, cognitive clarity, mood, and physical endurance during different times of the month. If we’re not paying close enough attention, it can sometimes feel like
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Frederick Natural Health Center, a leader in holistic and integrative healthcare services, proudly marks its 10th anniversary this month. Over the past decade, we have provided a range of services including nutritional counseling, supplement and herbal guidance, craniosacral therapy, and homeopathy, and more. “We are thrilled to celebrate this significant achievement,” said Dr. Ashley L. Russell,
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In our fast-paced world, finding a holistic approach to health and wellness that addresses the root causes of discomfort and promotes overall well-being is essential. Craniosacral therapy (CST) is an increasingly popular, gentle, and non-invasive form of bodywork that offers profound benefits for various health concerns, including headaches, mental health, chronic pain, and gut health.
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Naturopathic doctors, nutritionists, and other integrative practitioners like to emphasize the idea that food is medicine. But what does that really mean? Food can be a sensitive and intimate topic for many. The intention of this article is to approach the topic of food with care and empathy. Let’s start with some Oxford Dictionary definitions:
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Many of us know that fish oil is beneficial in the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, such as conditions of high lipids and high blood sugar. We’ve also heard that it is anti-inflammatory and, therefore, may be helpful in autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or autoimmune thyroid disease. However, you may be
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It’s a Wednesday morning during a normal work or school week. You roll out of bed more tired than normal, put the coffee pot on, and start getting ready. As you get dressed, you notice you have a slight headache, your pants feel tighter than yesterday, and your breasts are a little tender as you
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