Does Time-Restricted Feeding Increase Risk of Cardiovascular Disease?
Natural Medicine Journal Podcast
Release Date: 05/15/2024
An Overview and Future Perspectives of Naturopathic Oncology
Natural Medicine Journal Podcast
The field of naturopathic oncology has grown dramatically over the past decade. But how much do you know about this naturopathic sub-specialty and what does the future hold for the profession and the patients it treats? Host and Natural Medicine Journal founder Karolyn A. Gazella talks with naturopathic oncologist Payam Kiani, ND, FABNO, who is also the President of the Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians (OncANP). Dr Kiani provides an overview of integrative oncology, describes some of the challenges the profession has faced, and previews the organization’s upcoming conference....
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Exploring the Gut Thyroid Axis with Integrative Endocrinologist Angela Mazza, DO, ABAARM, FAAMFM, ECNU
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As our understanding of the connection between the gut microbiome and illness continues to expand, it’s not surprising to learn that the thyroid gland is also involved. In this episode, host Karolyn A. Gazella talks to thyroid health expert Angela Mazza, DO, ABAARM, FAAMFM, ECNU, about how the gut-thyroid axis can be influenced to help heal thyroid health issues. Dr Mazza is a highly regarded thyroid specialist who utilizes a comprehensive, integrative approach to treating complex thyroid issues. About the Expert Angela D. Mazza, DO, ABAARM, FAAMFM, ECNU, is triple board-certified and a...
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An Integrative Approach to Treating Arrhythmias: A Conversation with Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist Benjamin Remo, MD
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Arrhythmias are on the rise, coinciding with an increase in stroke cases. In this interview, Karolyn A. Gazella talks with conventionally trained cardiologist Benjamin Remo, MD, who also recently completed a fellowship in integrative medicine. Dr Remo is a cardiologist with CHRISTUS Health in New Mexico and employs a more holistic approach to treating arrhythmias. About the Author Benjamin Remo, MD, is a cardiologist and electrophysiologist with the Lovelace Health System in Albuquerque, NM, and CHRISTUS Health in Santa Fe, NM. Dr Remo received his medical degree from the University of...
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Maca Extract: Botanical Profile with Deanna Minich, PhD
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Maca extract has become a popular herb as scientific research continues to substantiate its traditional uses. On this podcast, respected nutrition scientist and educator Deanna Minich, PhD, provides a detailed profile of maca root including a research overview, as well as clinical advice about choosing the highest quality extract. Minich is a sought-after industry consultant and has been an educator with the Institute for Functional Medicine for nearly 12 years. About the Expert Deanna Minich, MS, PhD, CNS, IFMCP, is a nutrition scientist and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner. She...
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Cutting-Edge Integrative Brain Cancer Research and Treatment: A conversation with neuro-oncology expert Soma Sengupta, MD, PhD, MBA
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Treating brain cancers such as glioblastoma can be complex as many of these cancers are difficult to treat and deadly. Soma Sengupta, MD, PhD, MBA, is an accomplished physician-scientist who specializes in brain tumor treatment and research. During this interview, she talks about her innovative research work, including the use of art and music therapy. About the Author Soma Sengupta, MD, PhD, MBA, is a professor of neurology and vice chair of neurosurgery research at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She completed her PhD and medical degree at the University of Cambridge,...
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Cultivating Empathy in Clinical Practice
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In this interview, Karolyn A. Gazella explores the topic of clinical empathy with integrative internal medicine physician David Cannon, MD. Dr Cannon discusses the research associated with empathy in the healthcare setting and describes ways that clinicians can cultivate more connection with patients to create a more enhanced empathetic environment. Dr Cannon is a physician with Privia Health in Lynchburg, VA. About the Expert David Cannon, MD, earned his undergraduate and medical degrees from Duke University, followed by postgraduate training in Primary Care Internal Medicine at...
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The Gut-Stress Connection: A Conversation with Researcher Arpana Church, PhD
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Can the gut microbiome help determine how resilient a person is? New research sheds light on this fascinating topic. Arpana Church, PhD, who is a neuroscientist at UCLA’s Goodman-Luskin Microbiome Center, and her colleagues set out to explore the complex interaction between the gut microbiome and stress resilience. In this interview, Church describes the research and future implications. About the Expert Arpana Church, PhD (née Gupta), is a leading figure in medical research on brain-gut-microbiome interactions and stress-related diseases like obesity. With a PhD in psychology and a...
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Highlights from This Year’s AANP Convention: A conversation with AANP President Kasra Pournadeali, ND, FACN
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Did you miss this year’s American Association of Naturopathic Physicians Convention? In this interview, Karolyn talks with the organization’s president Kasra Pournadeali, ND, FACN, about the mission/vision of the organization, conference highlights, and future directions. In addition to being the AANP President, Pournadeali is the director of the Northwest Center for Optimal Health and on the faculty of Bastyr University. About the Expert Kasra Pournadeali, ND, FACN, is the founder and director of the Northwest Center for Optimal Health, a primary care residency training facility in...
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An Integrative Approach to Healthy Aging
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Sponsored by Pure Encapsulations Americans are living longer, and the number of older adults is growing. Integrative medicine has a lot to offer patients who are interested in healthy aging. In this interview, longevity expert and endocrinologist Angela D. Mazza, DO, ABAARM, FAAMFM, ECNU, discusses her integrative approach to healthy aging. Mazza is triple board-certified, a renowned thyroid specialist, and the founder of the Metabolic Center for Wellness in Oviedo, FL. About the Expert Angela D. Mazza, DO, ABAARM, FAAMFM, ECNU is triple board-certified and a renowned thyroid...
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An Integrative Approach to Chronic Pain Management
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An NIH study from last year found that new cases of chronic pain in the United States occur more often than new cases of many other common serious conditions like diabetes, depression, and high blood pressure. What’s more, among people with chronic pain, nearly two-thirds are still suffering a year later. Naturopathic clinician Timothy Schwaiger, ND, utilizes a comprehensive, integrative approach to treat and heal chronic pain. In this interview, he discusses diet, lifestyle, dietary supplements, and other integrative interventions he has found to be successful that are also backed by...
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Ronald Hoffman, MD, is a physician in private practice of integrative medicine in New York City. He is a graduate of Columbia College and Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Since 1984, he has served as Medical Director of the Hoffman Center in Manhattan. Hoffman is past president of the American College for the Advancement of Medicine (ACAM).
Hoffman is the host of Intelligent Medicine, a nationally syndicated radio program, and he produces the daily Intelligent Medicine podcast. He is a certified nutrition specialist (CNS) and the author of several books, including How to Talk with Your Doctor (About Complementary and Alternative Medicine).