Q: My doctor put me on a prescription for Graves' disease, but I'm wondering if there are any natural treatments for this condition.Dr. Wright: For those who may be unfamiliar with Graves' disease, it's an autoimmune disease that causes the thyroid gland to produce too much hormone. Symptoms of ... Read More ›
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February 9, 2016
February 9, 2016
Breast Cancer Deception Month: Hiding the Truth Beneath a Sea of Pink – Part IV
In this concluding installment of this series we will look at the questionable use and safety of mammograms and mastectomies, the over-use of screening for breast cancer, the lack of real progress in breast cancer prevention and cure, some natural prevention and cures that do work, and some ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Salt – Nature’s Antidepressant?
Does eating a whole bag of a salty snack make you feel better? If it does, you may not be alone. A recent study at the University of Iowa concluded that salt may be "nature's anti-depressant." The study found rats did not participate in activities they normally enjoy when deficient in sodium ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Herbs Can Treat Emotional and Mental Problems
Over the past decade much has put attention on the use of herbs in the treatment of mental and emotional difficulties. Probably the most well known herb now, because of all of this commotion, is Saint John's Wort.As a long time medical herbalist, I look over all that goes on and hope that more ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Is Your Supermarket a Minefield?
Recently, I went shopping with my 11 year old nephew, and was shocked and unprepared for the experience. Like other kids his age, he preferred diet sodas containing aspartame and brominated vegetable oil (BVO). He also preferred processed foods high in MSG.I found myself protesting his choices, ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 24, 2016
Herbs to overcome anxiety disorders and panic attacks naturally
Anxiety disorders affect nearly 40 million U.S. adults. And it's no longer only adults that are suffering. Teenagers and younger children with high stress from increasingly demanding schedules or family problems are also now being affected. Anxiety disorders are more than simple fearfulness or ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Critical Missing Nutrient Linked to Cancer
Mainstream medicine regularly ignores iodine. You'll probably only hear about it if you have thyroid problems. But iodine is an essential mineral. It's responsible for the production of every hormone in your body, not just the thyroid.Iodine has anti-bacterial, anti-parasitic, anti-viral, and ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 30, 2016
Simple 7-Step plan to boost your low thyroid and metabolism
Low thyroid function affects more than 30 million women and 15 million men. So why are we seeing such an epidemic? Well, chronic thyroid problems can be caused by many factors ... What causes hypothyroidism? Hypothyroidism can be triggered by a number of factors. Environmental toxins: One ... Read More ›
May 10, 2016
Spirulina is A Supercool Superfood
Dear Pharmacist, You mentioned "spirulina" in a recent column as a supplement to help boost thyroid hormone. I've never heard of this, is it a vitamin? What else is it good for? --T.E. Chicago, Illinois Answer: Spirulina is supercool, and it's a superfood. It's actually algae that ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 15, 2016
Q&A: What are some natural ways to boost thyroid function?
Dear Pharmacist, I'm constantly tired, my hair is thinning, and I'm gaining weight. My doctor says that I have hypothyroidism and prescribed Synthroid. Can you give me more information about thyroid medications and let me know if there are any natural ways to help myself? --G.A. Albany, New ... Read More ›
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