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“Is it just me or does it seem like there are more energy healers out there these days?” a friend asked me recently. She’s not seeing things the way they are: From shamans to Reiki masters to chakra balancers, energy medicine is becoming more talked about than ever before. Keeping Up With the Kardashians and Project Runwayhas also joined the movement, and has recently been recruiting patients to be treated by an energy healer as part of a new reality TV show. As an energy medicine practitioner myself, I am grateful that energy medicine is becoming more accessible, but I…
Sean, a cancer patient from Colorado, 2006 Flanagan, 18, died shortly after the naturopath injected her with hydrogen peroxide and exposed her blood to ultraviolet light. Unlicensed naturopathic doctor Brian O’Connell pleaded guilty to manslaughter and practicing medicine without a license and was sentenced to 13 years in prison. Colorado’s “naturopathic doctors” (NDs) have used the death of Sean Flanagan to regulate the state, giving legitimacy to NDs who graduated from programs accredited by the profession itself. The Colorado Naturopathic Doctors Act went into effect in 2014. The bill was supported by Sean’s mother, who viewed her son’s death as…
Ask most people what it takes to shed a few pounds, and chances are cutting out carbs will make a cameo appearance in the conversation. But going low-carb doesn’t just mean eliminating the refined carbs (pasta and white bread) that have given this important macronutrient a bad name. It might also mean severely limiting many of the healthiest sources of carbohydrates: fruits, many vegetables, and grains, to name a few. That’s a shame, since these can keep you full and your metabolism running smoothly while still providing you with fewer calories. If you’re looking for weight management and overall weight…
Really supportIndependent journalismOur mission is to provide unbiased, fact-based journalism that holds power accountable and exposes the truth.Every donation counts, whether it’s $5 or $50.Support us to deliver journalism without purpose.Click here for details“You don’t have bulimia, do you?” my colleague asked when I told her I was trying hypnotherapy to treat my bulimia. “Well, yes,” I replied, “Once I start eating it’s hard to stop and I think about food all the time!””Yeah, but I think so too,” she said. In fact, most of my friends, especially my female friends, will admit that they think about food all the…
You’ve probably never heard of Bach Flower Therapy. I didn’t know either until recently. But with the big boom in essential oils and essences we’ve been seeing, we were immediately intrigued by this homeopathic wellness trend that uses natural methods to limit everyday nuisances like stress and lack of sleep. I did. Even Hollywood celebrities such as Salma Hayek, Emma Watson, and Jennifer Aniston have said they use Bach flower remedies for their calming effects and staying calm under pressure. To find out what the hype is all about (and what exactly it is), I consulted an expert.You may also…
You’ve probably never heard of Bach Flower Therapy. I didn’t know either until recently. But with the big boom in essential oils and essences we’ve seen, we were immediately intrigued by this homeopathic wellness trend that uses natural methods to limit everyday hassles like stress and lack of sleep. It was done. Even Hollywood celebrities such as Salma Hayek, Emma Watson, and Jennifer Aniston have said they use Bach flower remedies for their calming effects and staying calm under pressure. To find out what the hype is all about (and what exactly it is), I consulted an expert. You may…
You’ve probably never heard of Bach Flower Therapy. I didn’t know either until recently. But with the big boom in essential oils and essences we’ve been seeing, we were immediately intrigued by this homeopathic wellness trend that uses natural methods to limit everyday nuisances like stress and lack of sleep. I did. Even Hollywood celebrities such as Salma Hayek, Emma Watson, and Jennifer Aniston have said they use Bach flower remedies for their calming effects and staying calm under pressure. To find out what the hype is all about (and what exactly it is), I consulted an expert.You may also…
If you’ve ever spent quality time inside a spa, you know how incredible the experience can be. Whether you receive a massage, facial, or steam treatment, no matter what is stressing you out, they will make you feel like everything is going to be okay. And apparently Australian babies have figured it out. That’s why they’re starting a baby spa. Yes, Baby Spa is a popular spot in Perth that offers a legit spa experience for babies. The spa caters to babies from 2 days old to her 6 months old (sorry, 7 month old babies, it’s a mess) and…
Do you think naturopathic medicine should be replaced as our primary form of medicine? No? So does Dr. Joe Schwartz, a distinguished professor and author at McGill University. But because many believe naturopathic medicine has a legitimate fit in our health care system, Dr. Schwartz agreed to participate in a May 8 panel on the issue.th Held at McGill University in 2012. I was shocked to see that in the crowd of 200 there were very few medical professionals, scientists and students, mostly naturopathic supporters. My hope is that with more education on this issue and more discussions like this,…
Last week, it was reported that two people in San Francisco were admitted to intensive care after taking Chinese herbal medicine. This incident is likely to raise questions about the safety of Chinese herbal medicine. But are they more dangerous than drugs prescribed by doctors or sold over the counter without a prescription? Herbal medicine is generally believed to be safe, with research suggesting that at least a third of people use herbal medicine in some countries, such as the UK. To better understand the relative risks involved, it is helpful to put herbal medicine and pharmaceuticals into context. It…