Probiotics
Dr. Linda MundorffWe are born with a variety of microorganisms on our skin, in our mouth, and in our intestines, to name a few. These microorganisms constitute our normal flora a...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyHow Green Is Your Laundry Detergent?
Dr. Linda MundorffIt’s in your home right now. No one is immune from it, and it is something most of us hate to deal with. What is it? It’s the laundry. The fact is, we don’t oft...
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Dr. Linda MundorffTopical creams are preparations that are applied to the skin. They can be purchased over-the-counter (OTC), and stronger preparations are available by prescript...
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Dr. Linda MundorffParasites are microorganisms—not bacteria or viruses. Unfortunately, many parasitic infections are misdiagnosed as bacterial infections and treated with antibio...
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Dr. Linda MundorffIn previous blogs I talked about lupus being an autoimmune disease, as well as the three classifications of lupus: discoid, drug-induced, and systemic. Being d...
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Dr. Linda MundorffIn my last blog I discussed the origins of the autoimmune disease called lupus, as well as two of the three classifications of the disease. The last type and mo...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyIntroduction to Lupus
Dr. Linda MundorffIn this three-part series you will learn about lupus, a growing concern in our country. If lupus runs in your family then I strongly suggest you get tested. Don...
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Dr. Linda MundorffThe major purpose of dietary supplements is to replace vitamins and minerals destroyed during food preparation and to provide the body with essential nutrients ...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyControlling Mold: It’s Easier Than You Think
Dr. Linda MundorffGrowing up in the 70s, I didn’t think much of mold as a health concern. It was an everyday occurrence to see mold in and around the bathroom and kitchen because...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyNatural, Organic, Superior—Oh My!
Dr. Linda MundorffWithin nature you’ll find a potpourri of healing agents that have been used for centuries to restore, revitalize, rebalance, and maintain wellness. These natura...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyDry Eye Syndrome
Dr. Linda MundorffDry eyes are very common. The condition is called dry eye syndrome because there can be more than one reason for its cause. So what exactly is dry eye syndrome?...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyMixing Remedies—A Bad Idea
Dr. Linda MundorffDid you know that you should never combine prescription medications with any other type of remedy unless prescribed by a doctor? All medications have the potent...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyErythritol: The New Sweetener on the Block
Dr. Linda MundorffJust when we thought scientists were done messing around with our sugar substitutes, another one pops onto the market. Erythritol, not really new, as it is foun...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyHealth Inventory
Dr. Linda MundorffThe health inventory provides baseline information that can assist your health care provider in determining potential risk factors. You can develop your own hea...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyWhat Is Naturopathy?
Dr. Linda MundorffNaturopathy is a non-traditional health modality that seeks to improve overall health and treat diseases predominately by stimulating the body's innate abi...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyTreating a Childhood Fever
Jill, B.A. (Hons), NDTreatment of a mild-to-moderate non-concerning fever should not be suppressive. The body produces a fever for a reason and we must respect the body's innat...
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Jill, B.A. (Hons), NDManaging a fever involves a lot of rest and plenty of fluids. Dehydration can occur quickly in infants and children and must be carefully monitored, especially ...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyWhen Is Intervention for a Fever Necessary?
Jill, B.A. (Hons), NDReducing a child's slight fever is often unnecessary and may in fact prolong the length of the illness. Evaluating when intervention is necessary is the ke...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyWhat Is a Fever?
Jill, B.A. (Hons), NDA fever is defined as a body temperature elevated to at least 1° above 98.6°F. However, there are natural variations amongst people's set body temperatures...
Read more...CategoriesNaturopathyAre Childhood Fevers Bad?
Jill, B.A. (Hons), NDFevers are often a source of stress and confusion when it pertains to children. How long should I let a fever linger for? Is a fever good or is...
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