Head Lice Treatment
Jill, B.A. (Hons), NDHead lice isinsidious and is found everywhere -- especially where there are kids in close contact. If lice is not aggressively managed it will pervade our classrooms and ourhomes. It iseasily spread amongst kids; however, it isverysimple to prevent. If we diligently wash our kids hats and jackets in hot water as well asoffer preventative topical headlice treatments once per week,we would...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyInfluenza (Flu) Vaccinations
Dr. Linda MundorffIn my general health article for October, I discuss and provide important information on the seasonal flu and the options for vaccinations. Although it may still feel like summer in many parts of the country, October traditionally marks the beginning of health promotion activities for the influenza vaccination. Peak times for flu season are January and February with the season beginning in...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyHospital-Acquired (Noscomial) Infections
Dr. Linda MundorffMy general health article for this month discusses the issue of noscomial or hospital-acquired infections, which are those illnesses that are easily spread from one person to another by a hospital worker or even a visitor. The hospital is supposed to be a place where sick people can go to get better. Ironically, though, it is the worst place to go, when you are sick because the body may al...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyKegel Exercises Banish Mild Urinary Incontinence
Dr. Linda MundorffThis months general health article discusses a debilitating and embarrassing problem, especially among women: urinary incontinence, or an involuntary loss of urine. Most often caused by weaken pelvic floor muscles, mild incontinence can be controlled, even cured by daily frequent Kegel exercises. Kegel exercises help to strengthen the vagina, urethra and anus. Done discreetly, kegels in...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyVitamin D Plays a Key Role in Overall Health
Dr. Linda MundorffThis month's general health article is titled, "Vitamin D is Essential to Good Health." I know you are probably wondering why another article on vitamin D? And normally I would agree—vitamin D is old news. But I found some interesting tidbits about this amazing substance that might raise a few eyebrows. For example, did you know that vitamin D is not really a vitamin at all? Nope,...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyHealth of the Testicles
Dr. Linda MundorffIve written an article for the Health Wellness section of NaturallySavvy.com this month. Its the first of a series of articles on testicular health. The article is called Testicular Anatomy Health, and I believe it is an important first step in understanding the issues surrounding mens health. While I was writing the article, it brought back memories of when I was a student in nursing...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyTemporary Tattoos & Young People
Dr. Linda MundorffMy article this month—entitled “Temporary Tattoos”—explores the consumer draw to temporary tattoos and the potential health risks associated with the bad products on the market. The unsuspecting consumer has no idea if the temporary tattoo they are about to have placed on their skin is made from FDA-approved ingredients or the inferior and cheaper illegally produced ingredients. Before you get a...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyNatural Light: Exploring our Options
Dr. Linda MundorffMy general health article for November explores the disinfection abilities of UV-C light technology. During my research into this science, I thought about other related topics like full-spectrum lighting for both vision and mood balance. Therefore, my blog this month will focus on the potential benefits of natural light therapy. Let There Be Light I live in a community with a population of approx...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyHow to Reduce the Spread of Germs
Dr. Linda MundorffMy blog this month follows with the back-to-school premise of how to reduce the spread of germs (at school). Spread of Germs According to the Centers of Disease Control (CDC), germs are commonly spread from exposure to someone who is sick or exposure to airborne droplets from a cough or sneeze. The CDC suggests frequent hand-washing as the number one way to prevent the spread of germs. Good Han...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyCalcium: Absorbability Makes All the Difference
Dr. Linda MundorffBone growth is a gradual process that peaks around age 30. The process of bone loss will take longer if there is a good, strong bone foundation. This is why it is important to build and maintain strong bones while we are in our youth and young adult life. One of the most important minerals necessary to achieve this goal is calcium. To Get Enough Calcium in Your Bones Th...
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Living a Healthier Life
Dr. Linda MundorffHi everyone. I just finished my first live broadcast and I am psyched! Your emails of congrats and well wishes mean so much to me—I feel like Sally Field when ...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyYou Are Invited!
Dr. Linda MundorffYou are cordially invited to the opening night of my new Global Talk Radio show, called Living a Healthier Life. In this live broadcast, I'll be discussin...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyHealthy Food Connection
Dr. Linda MundorffI have always had this love/hate relationship with my bathroom scale. When the numbers reflect a weight loss, I praise its name. But when it does the opposite, ...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyWhy Do Americans Eat So Poorly?
Dr. Linda MundorffWhy do Americans eat so poorly? This question is not so difficult to answer—and yet food manufacturers, universities and pharmaceutical companies spend mi...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyProper Use of Antibiotics
Dr. Linda MundorffClick here for my recent Global Talk Radio show on how to use antibiotics properly for safe results. In health and wellness,Dr. Linda Mundorff
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyExercise and the Elderly
Dr. Linda MundorffThe aging process has a system-wide affect on the body, from decreases in mental processes to muscle weakness and fatigue. Implementing a daily exercise regime ...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyWhat's in a Cough?
Dr. Linda MundorffIt is important to know what is causing a cough so you can treat it correctly. Different types of coughs are treated differently. Consider these scenarios: Y...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyWhat Is Chinese Herbalism?
Dr. Linda MundorffChinese medicine—which goes back thousands of years—is all about balance. In nature, there are two major forces: yin and yang. Yin conditions are cold and damp,...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyEnvironmentally Friendly Laundry Detergent
Dr. Linda MundorffI was in the laundry aisle the other day and noticed a huge selection in green detergents. No, I am not referring to the actual color green, but the classificat...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyHoliday Depression
Dr. Linda MundorffI don’t understand why we have to make such a big deal about the holidays, specifically Thanksgiving through New Year's (and even Halloween for some). Stat...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyFocus on Hope
Dr. Linda MundorffAccording to The Encarta World Dictionary, hope is defined as: 1) To have a wish to get or do something or for something to happen or be true, especially someth...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyHoliday Feasts the Healthy Way
Dr. Linda MundorffThe period between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve is a time of family, fun, and food. I place an emphasize on food because it is also the time when most of us ...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyAlternative Practitioners: Consumers Beware
Dr. Linda MundorffWe all know that the healthcare system in the U.S. is in serious trouble. Millions of families are without adequate health coverage and are turning to other for...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyHoney Is Not Child’s Play
Dr. Linda MundorffI just love honey; it is a natural sweetener and tastes great. It is loaded with vitamins and minerals and because the body quickly absorbs it, it can be used w...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyCandles: They Are Not All Alike
Dr. Linda MundorffEveryone at one time or another has burned a candle—from complementing a romantic dinner, to adding to the ambiance of a warm bath, to an alternate source of li...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyBones: It’s All About Structure
Dr. Linda MundorffHow many bones does it take to form the human skeleton? Upon inspection, the skeleton looks to be rather a large puzzle with each bone meticulously and precisel...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyFoot Health—The Natural Way
Dr. Linda MundorffThe human foot has approximately 26 bones, plus muscles, joints, ligaments, and tendons. The feet bear the weight of the body. A person will generally walk an a...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyLiver Health and Medication
Dr. Linda MundorffThe liver is an amazing organ that participates in a variety of functions throughout the body. Some of its major activities are: • Produces bile to break down f...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyBetter Air in Your Home Is Right Under Your Nose
Dr. Linda MundorffDo you wake up every morning with a stuffy nose? Watery eyes? That dragged out feeling? Relief might be right under your nose. Many of our average household pla...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyYou Are What You Eat: Bowel Health (Part 3 of 3)
Dr. Linda MundorffI want to discuss bowel health in this last part of the series. It doesn’t matter how well you take care of your body: even if you eat right and exercise, you w...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyYou Are What You Eat: Ingestion Problems
Dr. Linda MundorffIn Part 1, we looked at the importance of water. In Part 2 of this series, we’ll explore the mechanical and chemical components of eating. I think most of us k...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyYou Are What You Eat: Water
Dr. Linda MundorffGrowing up, I never gave much thought to the phrase “You are what you eat.” It just didn’t make much sense to me. How could you be a grilled cheese sandwich, or...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyWhat’s in a Naturopathic Doctor’s Medicine Chest?
Dr. Linda MundorffAs a Naturopathic Doctor, I am often asked questions by my patients about my personal habits and preferences. What do I eat? Where do I shop? What do I give my ...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyA Natural Approach to Allergies
Dr. Linda MundorffSeasonal allergies result from pollen and allergens making contact with mucous membranes of the nose and respiratory passage. Over-the-counter and prescription ...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyCalcium Supplementation During Menopause
Dr. Linda MundorffYears ago, it was common practice when a woman needed to supplement with calcium, her doctor would recommend popping a couple of antacid tablets. We have certai...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyOmega-3 Fats and Pregnancy: Fish vs. Fish Oil
Douglas “Duffy” MacKay, NDHere is a quick tid-bit of nutritional info to help you plan a healthy pregnancy.It is an absolute and undeniable fact that omega-3 fatty acids are required nut...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyLose Weight by Eating Fat?
Douglas “Duffy” MacKay, NDDid you know that eating fat can help you lose weight?It is true. Getting enough omega-3 fats from the diet has been shown to help overweight individuals lose w...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyIs Your Makeup Safe?
Dr. Linda MundorffWhat do diazolidinyl urea, formaldehyde, acetate stearic acid, methylparaben, lead, mercury, and micronized titanium dioxide all have in common? Give up? Ok I w...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyNaturopathic Medical Doctor? Naturopathic Doctor?
Dr. Linda MundorffEvery year the same House Bill is introduced into the State of Colorado—one that endangers the future of naturopathy. The bill seeks to regulate the field by li...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyLet’s Talk About Fat
Dr. Linda MundorffFat is a mega-nutrient that is critical to maintaining a healthy body and brain. In the body fat is broken down into the micronutrient fatty acid where it is ab...
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