So many people have headaches that turn into migraines. I am giving you a few ideas that you can try at home before a visit to my medical office. Here are a few tips: • Avoid dairy as a possible food allergen; dairy is mucous-forming and can possibly worsen headaches. • During the aura [...]
What does this mean? I often get people in my office with a list of complaints about their bodies not working well. Which one do I address first? As a naturopathic physician, I am used to looking at symptoms on a hierarchical level. There are organs that are, by their function, priority organs. Parts of [...]
What do you need: Castor oil, two sheets of plastic (garbage bags okay), 1 yard cotton or wool flannel, heating pad (if indicated), large old bath towel, 3 safety pins. Directions: Fold flannel into three thicknesses to fit over your whole abdomen. Cut a piece of plastic 1-2 inches larger than flannel. Drizzle flannel [...]
by Dr. Paloma Defuentes, N.D. So many people think that eating healthy is difficult, and I'm going to show you that it's easier than you think. It does require a change of mind, for sure. But it is joyful, fun, and certainly worth it. Let me give you a few hints. Food [...]
Suggestions to help you achieve your greatest potential for Spring, 2016: Go outdoors. Practice deep breathing. Sweating is important. Do exercises that heat up your body. Take hot and cold showers. Practice a lot of singing. Put your body upside down. Your body needs less sleep. Eat warm food. Use warmer colors: greens, light [...]
Naturopathic medicine is a distinct primary health care profession, emphasizing prevention, treatment, and optimal health through the use of therapeutic methods and substances that encourage individuals’ inherent self-healing process. The practice of naturopathic medicine includes modern and traditional, scientific, and empirical methods.
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