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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Multi-Vitamin for mid-teen athlete | 11/30/2011 |
| Q: My grandson is 15 and is an active athlete. The school year is a challenging one with sports, ... A: These are good questions. It's probably a good idea for him to be on some multi-nutrient, ... | |
| Candida | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: What sugar substitutes can be used on an anti-candida diet? Will stevia and xylitol cause the yeast ... A: There's no official anti-candida diet, and nothing has been proven to be essential, but there are ... | |
| sour body odour | 8/6/2011 |
| Q: I have had a recurrent (periodic) sour body odour for the past 4 months which is new for me. I have ... A: Even a minor symptom is worthy of evaluation, although in conventional medicine if it's not yet a ... | |
| Late Onset CAH | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: I am 19 year old female recently been diagnosed with a mild dose of Late Onset CAH. I have been ... A: I can't tell you specifically what's best for you, but in general endocrine issues can be related to ... | |
| kelp supplements | 4/10/2011 |
| Q: If one has gone for a while with an iodine deficiency, how should iodine (in the form of kelp ... A: Without knowing your health history, I would not suggest that you take iodine or kelp without ... | |
| Tics out of control | 3/12/2011 |
| Q: I have had a head tic (looks as if I was flicking hair out of my face) plus a throat clearing tic ... A: Your question is best answered once your whole history and case have been reviewed. We do certainly ... | |
| Tics out of control | 3/11/2011 |
| Q: I have had a head tic (looks as if I was flicking hair out of my face) plus a throat clearing tic ... A: In general, tics may be helped by increasing hydration & electrolytes, improving stress management, ... | |
| Hypothyroidism | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: My mother is 80 years old. She is a vegetarian and takes no prescription medicines. Back in the 70s ... A: It is unlikely to have symptomatic hypothyroid function and lose significant amounts of weight, so ... | |
| Candida and Nursing | 3/2/2011 |
| Q: I have suffered from reoccurring urinary track, bladder, kidney, and most of all yeast infections ... A: I usually recommend that a nursing mom change her diet slowly if she wishes to, and gauge her ... | |
| anxiety | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: Do you have any suggestions for any herbal remedies he can take to make him happy and relaxed? Raw ... A: If your uncle has not been disgnosed with depression and anxiety, I'd suggest first that he seek out ... | |
| colon cleansing | 1/26/2011 |
| Q: Don't know how familiar you are with the laxative prep required for a colonoscopy, it's pretty ... A: They are all slightly different. The substance given before a colonoscopy is effective, but harsh ... | |
| 5-HTP for anxiety | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: I have been having anxiety all my life and I refused to take any of the conventional meds for it. ... A: I couldn't say for sure whether you have developed resistance without knowing more. That is a ... | |
| natural healing | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: Have you had or do you know of any help for a severe advanced case of rheumatoid arthritis with no ... A: There are some cases where advanced rheumatoid arthritis can benefit from a natural medicine ... | |
| ACV and probiotics | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: For my stomach, I started taking apple cider vinegar throughout the day and a probiotic at night; ... A: There should be no issues with taking both, they do not have opposite actions and often work well ... | |
| apple cider vinegar | 9/14/2010 |
| Q: I have heard many good things about apple cider vinegar. For each person the amount that would be ... A: You're welcome. I can't think of why a potassium deficiency in particular would be likely. ... | |
| apple cider vinegar | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: I have heard many good things about apple cider vinegar. For each person the amount that would be ... A: The optimal amount depends on what you are trying to do as well as any conditions you might have. ... | |
| scars | 7/24/2010 |
| Q: I'm wondering if you know whether vitamin E would work on very old stretch marks that are no longer ... A: Vitamin E may still be helpful for old stretch marks, but it's much more likely to help younger ... | |
| pap test | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: I got the results from my pap smear today (3 months after the test)...they JUST called me and I ... A: it's difficult to say what might be helpful without knowing exactly what's going on. If you were ... | |
| Health | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: I have ulcers in mouth, i have taken treatment almost 4 years , but still facing it, so is there any ... A: It really depends on the cause of the ulcers. One of the first things you would want to do is rule ... | |
| working with the unwilling | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: working with the unwilling Hi, I do have a question I hope you can help me with, perhaps some ... A: Great question, lots of discussion, but one not easily answered. It sounds like you had some valid ... | |
| liver support while breast feeding | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I am exclusively breast feeding my 6 week old daughter and would like to start working off the ... A: That is a reasonable rate of weight loss, and many women find that with breast feeding they are able ... | |
| face | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: About a week ago I woke up with a hard lumpy area by the crevice or my nose and cheek. It was not a ... A: For ensuring optimal healing, it is always a good idea to eat an anti-inflammatory diet (high in ... | |
| Sour Taste | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: I am 66 years old and 2-3 years ago developed only what I can describe as a sour taste in the front ... A: What you describe sounds like a typical reflux symptom, which is sometimes not well controlled by ... | |
| Aloe vera juice | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: Does Aloe vera juice help for candida and skin inflamation? And can it help to keep blood sugar ... A: Aloe juice is very cooling and detoxifying, and so may be helpful in improving GI function and ... | |
| Is candida real despite what dr's say? | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: About a year ago I began treating a foot fungal infection that I later found out was candida. A few ... A: From your symptoms you may have multi-system fungal overgrowth, but I couldn't say for sure without ... | |
| Candida | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: I have chronic candida for years now that just dont want to to get better. I've been one antbiotics ... A: Acne is often related to candida but also other conditions like polycystic ovarian disease or other ... | |
| Vitamin D insufficiency | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I am very confused and upset. I found out recently that my level of vitamin d is extremely low and ... A: Depending on where you live, there may be little or no vitamin D synthesis during the winter which ... | |
| lichen sclerosis | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: i have been diagnosed with lichen sclerosis, it seems there is no known cause and no definite cure. ... A: Lichen sclerosis is considered an autoimmune disease, which means that eliminating triggers may ... | |
| Natural Hair Restoration | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I am a male in my mid 30's. Lately I have noticed my hair thinning on the top of my head. My hair ... A: I do not prescribe Proscar so I can't give any more insight into the side effects than you would be ... | |
| alternative medicine | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: What is your take on Neural Therapy? Do you have an experiences with it? A: I am familiar with neural therapy but do not use it myself. It is not part of general naturopathic ... | |
| Natural Remedies for Hair loss? | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: I am 34 years of age and a male. I have noticed my hair on top starting to get thin. My dad has ... A: Lifestyle changes such as getting enough sleep, exercise, diet, etc are helpful in general, but may ... | |
| amino acid and supplement combo | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: Here is the regimen I would like to do: (I have taken all these separately, and do not have a ... A: There are no well-known adverse interactions between these supplements, but there may be some ... | |
| Rapid heart beat | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: I am a male of 22 .since last 2 weeks i am experiencing rapid heart beat. Whole day i remain normal ... A: It's hard to speculate on what might be going on, so I would strongly suggest you see a doctor in ... | |
| pre-eclampsia | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: I recently suffered from a rare form of pre-eclampsia where I suffered from high blood pressure 4 ... A: There is some information linking deficiencies such as vitamin C, magnesium, and perhaps other ... | |
| Candida | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: I believe I have candida and I am going on a diet of it for a few weeks. You have to stay away from ... A: Most anti-yeast/ anti-fungal diets are appropriate for short term, between 2-4 weeks, & most people ... | |
| could ear problem be Candida related | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: Conner: I am a 36-year-old woman who had sudden hearing loss back in April when I had a sinus ... A: I have not heard of candida infection in the ear, but it may be possible. If there is a ... | |
| dermatitis/eczema | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: Conner, I'm not sure if dermatitis/eczema is something that naturopathy addresses...I have a skin ... A: derm conditions can be tough to treat, especially without seeing them--eczema is kind of a catch all ... | |
| Acne, Saw Palmetto | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: Do you think it is good or bad to take Saw Palmetto or DIMPRO for acne. I am a 20 yr old male? A: Theoretically, saw palmetto may be helpful for acne, because it helps correct testosterone ... | |
| cleanse and breastfeeding | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a four month old partially breastfed baby, I've gained an extreme amount of weight postpartum ... A: It's not recommended to do a cleanse while breastfeeding, as everything you eliminate could ... | |
| digestive enzymes | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: How soon, before one eats, should one take a digestive enyzme and have it be effective? I've been ... A: There's no consensus on this answer or a single correct answer. Timing is probably not crucial in ... | |
| Quicken the proces of healing | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: It had been a month. I am having small bulged dots (like tiny boils) on my legs, slightly blackish, ... A: Lichen planus is considered self-limiting & auto-immune, which means that decreasing allergens ... | |
| Quicken the proces of healing | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: It had been a month. I am having small bulged dots (like tiny boils) on my legs, slightly blackish, ... A: I wouldn't be able to diagnose what your condition is without seeing it myself; it's especially ... | |
| I'd like to learn more about Naturopathic medicine | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: Connor, I was wondering if you could tell me more about Naturopathic Physicians and what you do. ... A: NDs are trained as primary care physicians, with a different approach to health than an MD, but much ... | |
| Parsley | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: I have been reading contradicting things about if it's ok to take Parsley capsules for a Kidney ... A: Parsley is a common herb used for kidney infections, and is safe in many cases. I would suggest ... | |
| Candida treatment | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: I was perscribed to take, P'au D'arco, grapefruit extract, cinnomon, chromium pizotirte for candida ... A: If you are taking multiple supplements for a candida infection, none will likely need to be taken ... | |
| Exposed....kinda.Colon hydrotheropy ettiquette | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: I know you not a CHT but i figured a health worker is a health worker Hi, im a male, and recieved ... A: I think most practitioners used to doing sensitive exams and treatments realize that anatomy varies, ... | |
| Exposed....kinda.Colon hydrotheropy ettiquette | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: I know you not a CHT but i figured a health worker is a health worker Hi, im a male, and recieved ... A: During any sensitive examination or procedure, such as colonic hydrotherapy, a professional demeanor ... | |
| antibiotics | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: . I recently had my wisdom teeth (all 4) pulled. that went well so far and i haven't had any ... A: The white coating is a typical reaction due to an imbalance in GI flora, caused by the antibiotic, ... | |
| Naturopatic On-line Degree | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could give me any input on getting a degree in Naturopathy from Clayton ... A: First, as a licensed ND who teaches at an accredited school, I am certainly biased; but I hope you ... | |
| competition of amino acids to cross the brain blood barrier | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: in that case can coadminstering 2amino acida- eg phenyl alanine and 5HTP be therapeutically useful? ... A: I really do not consider myself an expert in the field of amino acid supplementation, so I can only ... | |
| Alternative remedies for Diabetes type 2 | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: I have been a diabetic for almost 2 years now and my doctor suggester insulin already. Would like to ... A: Yes, there are natural approaches for treating diabetes that can help reduce the need for ... | |
| urine/saliva pH | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: Donner, I recently emailed a question about frequent colds, and I thank you for your thoughts. I ... A: It is a common idea that a more alkaline environment will prevent illness of all types, from colds ... | |
| natural approach to improving fertility | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: I am 35 years old. My husband and I have been trying to get pregnant for 2 years. My husbands ... A: I think it is worthwhile to investigate the possible causes for your difficulty in getting pregnant. ... | |
| frequent colds | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: Conner: My husband, now 18-month-old daughter, and I have had eleven colds in the past eleven ... A: Your situation is very common, we do see this all the time. But it is not a sign of optimal health ... | |
| Do I have a vascular disease? | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: I have already submitted a lenghthy question to someone else on this site and I never got a ... A: The quick answer is yes, there is obviously a weakness in the vascular system, as the symptoms you ... | |
| bromelain enzyme | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: I'm not sure if you can answer this question but it seems like something that would fall into this ... A: Enzymes are highest in fresh fruits and vegetables; you do lose some enzyme activity in drying or ... | |
| candidiasis | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: I've had this affliction for way too long. (several years) I've been eating fairly clean of late and ... A: I wouldn't presume from your description that it's necessarily candida overgrowth, and there's no ... | |
| candidiasis | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: I've had this affliction for way too long. (several years) I've been eating fairly clean of late and ... A: The first thing I would suggest is that you make sure that the symptoms you are experiencing are ... | |
| detox | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: im a 48 yr old woman with multiple chronic health issues, and hisory of multiple orthopedic and some ... A: The skin is one route of elimination, and there are others, such as the GI tract and kidneys. If ... | |
| omega3,6 and vitamins | 2/7/2009 |
| Q: omega 3,6 starting at 2 grams makes some digestive disturbances oily taste and heaviness. or vitamin ... A: If you are reacting to your supplements, one thing you can try is to switch brands, or take them ... | |
| Stomach problems | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: I am a 56 year old active female who enjoyed good health until last Oct 2008 when I started ... A: I can answer some of your questions, and please understand that some are just not appropriate to ... | |
| calcium suppliment | 2/1/2009 |
| Q: can you tell me if calcium & magnesium supplements should be taken at the same time or separately ... A: Calcium & magnesium are often given together, but they do compete for absorption, so optimally they ... | |
| salvia hispanica | 1/28/2009 |
| Q: Have you heard of the Salba and is it as good for you as they claim? A: I have seen some information for Salba, and tried some samples, but have not used it extensively. ... | |
| What is the Best Multivitamin I Can Give To My 14 year old boy | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: My son is 14, used to get asthma, have anxiety issues and is affraid of chocking with pills (then ... A: By age 14, I would recommend that kids take an adult formula multivitamin/ mineral, but a lesser ... | |
| Gingko Biloba | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: I'm 29 years old, and I have always been suffering from very cold hands and feet. For the rest I ... A: You're welcome. It sounds like that is in the dosage range; I'd probably have to read the bottle to ... | |
| Gingko Biloba | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: I'm 29 years old, and I have always been suffering from very cold hands and feet. For the rest I ... A: Gingko can be helpful in improving circulation and memory in many people. It is a fairly safe herb, ... | |
| Irregular timing. | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: MY bowels are becoming irregular since a few months. Stool is slightly whitish, the yellow color is ... A: I would suggest you see a practitioner before trying to treat this on your own. I would not be able ... | |
| L-Theanine | 12/6/2008 |
| Q: I have recently discovered relief from stress with L-Theanine. Is there any danger in taking this ... A: L Theanine is in many new formulas, and appears to be an effective supplement for anxiety, ADD, ... | |
| natural treatment for childhood adhd | 11/15/2008 |
| Q: I'm trying to find a natural treatment for adhd. I've heard good things about fish oil and ... A: Yes, both fish oil and theanine are used for people with ADHD, with good results. There are no ... | |
| Combining Herbs | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: I am currently taking curcumin, 1000 mg daily as part of my nutritional program. I am interested in ... A: These 2 supplements are commonly combined, in anti-inflammatory products, and they are safe to take ... | |
| epson salts | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: I recently read about the benefits of Epson salt for my heart and nervous system, etc. but I can't ... A: Epsom salts are a form of magnesium, so they have many of the same benefits as magnesium does in the ... | |
| Dong Quai side effect | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: Ms. Conner, I was curious, what are some known side effects of Dong Quai? I started taking it three ... A: Typical side effects of dong quai are usually GI symptoms, but others are possible. That is a ... | |
| laxitives | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: I am on narcotic pain meds. I have to take laxatives on account of the morphine. As a result I have ... A: There are some natural options that may help to reduce or replace the use of the laxative you are ... | |
| breastfeeding and cleansing | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: If anyone could help answer some questions I would really appreciate the help. I know my body is in ... A: I get upset hearing about situations such as yours, which give natural medicine a bad reputation as ... | |
| Best Fish Oil For Teenager | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: My son is 14 and I would like him getting the bennefits of fish oil. The problem is that because of ... A: Getting a good quality fish oil is an excellent idea for your son. It is difficult to find a good ... | |
| Herbal Parasite Cleanse | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: I'm on my 3rd day or an intestinal parasite cleanse. (Paragon by RenewLife). I was told I'd ... A: When completing a detoxification or parasite cleanse, many people do experience symptoms such as you ... | |
| Apple Cider Vinegar & Nursing | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: On a previous response, you mentioned the use of apple cider vinegar as a mild cleanse. Am I safe ... A: I think what I mentioned was that you don't want to do a strong cleanse while breast-feeding. ... | |
| Potassium Limits | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: Conner, I have been studying a bit, on the internet that is, concerning sodium/potassium imbalance ... A: This is an area that needs more attention, the role of the potassium/ sodium ratio in disease ... | |
| vitamins | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: is it possible that by taking vitamins you can over load your kidneys. would it be a good idea to ... A: Yes, one can reach a toxicity level with vitamins, when they take moderate to high doses for long ... | |
| natural healing/prevention for sickness. | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: GOsh Im glad I have found this site. I get frustrated with drs just giving me medication and not ... A: Typically, a virus will cause symptoms for up to 10 days, so there is the possibility that something ... | |
| Advice on illness | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: my daughter of 24 has been light headed for around 6 years. She has had blood tests, x-rays, MRI ... A: I am assuming any tumors, anatomical abnormalities, cardiac conditions, nerve impingement, inner ear ... | |
| Candida cleanse while breastfeeding | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: I recently purchased a candida cleanse and I am now wondering if it is safe to take while nursing. ... A: Good idea to go slowly on the apple cider vinegar. Fish oil is an excellent addition, and is very ... | |
| Candida cleanse while breastfeeding | 6/29/2008 |
| Q: I recently purchased a candida cleanse and I am now wondering if it is safe to take while nursing. ... A: Breastfeeding moms often want to be proactive in restoring their health, which is a very good idea. ... | |
| Premature infant | 6/2/2008 |
| Q: My granddaughter is 4 months old but born 3 months premature on Feb. 3. She had a perforated bowel ... A: This is a crucial time in your granddaughter's development, so your being proactive is important. ... | |
| Severe OCD | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: my 18 year old son has been suffering from severe treatment-resistant OCD for many years now. We've ... A: You mention trying liver cleansing before, so it sounds like you have some experience with this. ... | |
| Chlorophyll | 4/18/2008 |
| Q: I am wondering what effects Chlorophyll can have on sleep and energy throughout the day? Also I ... A: Chlorophyll is a useful substance in the body, with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, and ... | |
| local honey/allergies | 4/4/2008 |
| Q: I heard local honey can help allergies, how do I find local honey? I'm in Santee, CA, and never had ... A: Finding a good source of local honey is a great idea. It is an excellent source of natural sugar ... | |
| pms rosacea | 4/3/2008 |
| Q: I am 38 and have always had good skin and generally in good health with no allergies, and am no ... A: In general, with skin conditions like the one you describe, there is some hormonal link. As you ... | |
| physical exam | 3/19/2008 |
| Q: I live in NY and I am sure you know that Naturopathic Dr's are not licensed here. I am either going ... A: Yes, ND's are not licensed in NY; however, there are many there, practicing in some capacity. You ... | |
| calcium | 3/16/2008 |
| Q: With approximately 10 different types of calcium out there it is fairly confusing to find out which ... A: Ideally, we should be getting calcium from diet--this is the healthiest form to get any nutrient in. ... | |
| sleeping too long! | 3/13/2008 |
| Q: I am 65, in fair to good overall health and average weight (200# at 6') I am taking a mild ... A: There are many reasons that may cause fatigue or oversleeping. Common ones would be anemia, low ... | |
| discoid lupus on the scalp and skin | 3/11/2008 |
| Q: what can I do to prevent flare up and hair loss on my scalp. what aggravates lupus? Can I ... A: Using a natural medicine approach, many people find relief of lupus symptoms. Usually, this ... | |
| Immune system for a baby | 3/9/2008 |
| Q: Can you give a 3 month old flaxseed oil or cod liver oil to help with their immune system.. I'am ... A: Yes, you can give flaxseed or cod liver oil to infants; just make sure you decrease the dosage based ... | |
| upst stomach | 3/8/2008 |
| Q: I HAD A PROBLEM WHERE I THREW UP ABOUT 8 WEEKS AGO. AFTER THAT MY STOMACH WAS NEVER THE SAME. I HAD ... A: If you really want to treat your condition using natural medicines, I would suggest you see a ... | |
| Intestinal Imbalance | 3/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a question about allergies, anxiety, and the potential connection to an intestinal imbalance. ... A: What you describe is unfortunately a common problem. Many people have a persistent problem despite ... | |
| Fatigue & Depression | 2/28/2008 |
| Q: I have been troubled by depression most of my life. I am in menopausal transition (OK with that). ... A: In naturopathic medicine, we look at the whole person to find out what's going on with their health. ... | |
| amoxicillan and probiotics | 2/20/2008 |
| Q: My son is 11 months old and is on 1ml of amoxicillin daily (125ML/5ml suspension Terau) due to a ... A: I have a few thoughts. First, if you are going to see Dr Brannick, I am reluctant to suggest a ... | |
| amoxicillan and probiotics | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: My son is 11 months old and is on 1ml of amoxicillin daily (125ML/5ml suspension Terau) due to a ... A: I am a bit confused--is your son 11 months or 11 weeks? You mention both. For any course of ... | |
| liqurid nutrition for babies | 2/15/2008 |
| Q: I hope you can offer some advice on this nutrition question :) My son just turned 1 year old. I ... A: This is a good question. For adults, milk is not necessary and many people (about 80% of the ... | |
| spasms | 1/23/2008 |
| Q: I have been having muscle spasms in my feet (curling of my toes) cramps in my hands and now a spasm ... A: For muscle spasms, there are some good natural remedies. The first is making sure that you are ... | |
| Vitamin c | 1/13/2008 |
| Q: i was wondering that because vitamin c is good for eyesight and is said to inhibit melanin, would it ... A: Vitamin C is often helpful with eye conditions, when taken as a food or supplement. It is unlikely ... | |
| ruptured eardrum | 10/4/2007 |
| Q: My son is 3 yrs old.He has had a cold for several days.Very congested but can't blow his ... A: Desi, Sorry for the delay in my answer. That is good that you already provide your son with ... | |
| ruptured eardrum | 10/3/2007 |
| Q: My son is 3 yrs old.He has had a cold for several days.Very congested but can't blow his ... A: You have hit upon a very controversial subject. Even in conventional medicine, the opinion is split ... | |
| corn allergy | 9/24/2007 |
| Q: My husband is allergic to corn dust that causes acute allergic symptoms, snotting, sneezing, ... A: Angie, Thanks for your question. If your husband's reaction is a true allergy (which may be given ... | |
| Explanation Needed | 8/20/2007 |
| Q: Can someone please explain a.)what these herbs are b.) what they do and c.) what the amounts mean ... A: Amanda, Herbs work differently than drugs do, so it's difficult to give all the reasons why one ... | |
| Quantum Healing | 7/14/2007 |
| Q: I don't know if you are versed in this, but Naturopathy seems to be the closest thing I can find. ... A: This is a difficult situation, with an equally difficult answer. In naturopathic medicine, we do ... | |
| skin condition | 7/13/2007 |
| Q: My husband has sores mainly on his legs that itch for over 10 years. He started going to regular ... A: Mery, Thanks for your question. This sounds like eczema, which is a common but troubling ... | |
| Scope of Practice of NDs | 6/15/2007 |
| Q: I telephoned a Naturopath in my state (CT) and discussed becoming a patient. In the course of the ... A: The only way would be to ask the doctor directly. The listings on the AANP website, which I ... | |
| Scope of Practice of NDs | 6/14/2007 |
| Q: I telephoned a Naturopath in my state (CT) and discussed becoming a patient. In the course of the ... A: Frank, Thanks for your inquiry. It's wonderful to hear that you are considering naturopathic care. ... | |
| Very toxic and ill from medicines | 4/10/2007 |
| Q: After getting off a 3 week cruise in San Diego we are in a temporary apartment in Woodland Hills CA. ... A: I think it would be helpful for your husband to seek naturopathic care. You have a couple of ... | |
| fitness supplements | 3/22/2007 |
| Q: Brief outline of me: 39 yr old male, good health (thankfully), exercise 4-5 times per week, no ... A: Matthew, Thanks for your question. From what I have seen, consistency in activity level with ... | |
| alopecia areata | 3/12/2007 |
| Q: I have a friend who suffers from alopecia areata. is there any cure or treatment that's really ... A: ' Thanks for your question. I have seen a couple of natural therapies help in this condition in the ... | |
| Biotherapeutic Drainage | 2/13/2007 |
| Q: Connor : I recently found out my ND was treating me with Biotherapeutic drainage for chemical ... A: PJ, Thanks for your question. I think that it's always important to be fully informed about what ... | |
| Yamoa for treating asthma | 1/29/2007 |
| Q: have you ever heard of Yamoa for treating asthma? I have seen web sites that claim this will ... A: Sandi, Thanks for your question. This herb is not commonly used here, so there is little ... | |
| higher than normal testosterone | 1/19/2007 |
| Q: Just need some insight on what would be done to treat my symptoms - Higher than normal levels of ... A: Kristie, There are other options for treatment of PCOS and hormone balance besides medications, and ... | |
| Naturopaths in Canadian Hospitals? | 1/3/2007 |
| Q: I was wondering if this is true in Canada and the US Thanks so much A: Elena, Thanks for your question and interest. Naturopathic physicians are not trained in ... | |
Naturopathy
Kristina Conner, ND
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Natural Family Medicine, Detoxification/ Cleansing, Herbal Medicine, Natural Remedies
Experience
Licensed Naturopathic Physician for 8 years
Currently: Assistant Professor of Naturopathic Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences, National University of Health Sciences, Lombard, IL
Organizations
American Association of Naturopathic Physicians, member
Illinois Association of Naturopathic Physicians, member and Secretary
Education/Credentials
Bastyr University, doctor of naturopathic medicine
University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine, residency in family and integrated medicine
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