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12 Jan

Posted at 04:46h in Natural Supplements

by Julie Verfurth, ND Early in the 20th century, research in the nutritional arena was blossoming. Scientists were swiftly realizing that the nutritional requirements to “support life, growth and reproduction” in both animals and humans were more than simply proteins, carbohydrates, fats and minerals, as commonly...

05 Jan

Posted at 04:23h in Emotional Health

It’s that time of year when the leaves are changing and rain is more persistent in the Pacific Northwest. Some people long for these dark, gray days so they can cozy up with a cup of coffee and a good book. For others, this is...

15 Dec

Posted at 02:03h in Cold and Flu

It’s that time of year, when the flu arrives, and with it, the choice of whether or not to get the flu vaccine. Many people assume that just because I am a naturopathic doctor, I am against the flu vaccine. This is not true. My...

30 Sep

Posted at 04:06h in Bone Health, Children's Health

Are Today’s Adolescents at risk for Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a preventable, potentially debilitating disease characterized by low bone density and increased bone fragility that affects millions of people. Dietary intake of calcium, magnesium and vitamin D is critical during this life stage for optimal bone growth;...

30 Sep

Posted at 04:00h in Bone Health

What Is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis (which means "porous bones") is the most common bone disease in Canada and the United States, affecting as much as 50 percent of the population over age 65. As people age, they experience an increase in bone loss in relation to bone...