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Naturopathic Medicine, Holistic Healthcare and Alternative Healthcare; how do they all fit together and are they really the same?  If you have back or neck pain perhaps you have thought about trying to find another way to get out of the chronic pain that rules your life.  When pills and surgery do not spell relief, it is time to look at the other messages your back may be telling you and address them. My guest today is Dr. Christopher Maloney, a Naturopathic Physician who looks at the back and neck as a road map to find out what influences are contributing to your pain and how to adjust the constant triggers that do not allow you to live life to the fullest.  He utilizes nutrition, exercise, motion therapy, botanical medicine, homeopathy and other modalities to support body healing.  You should not have to live a life with restrictions if you can find a way to make each day better.  Dr. Maloney can be reached here for more information and he does provide two writings; one about Naturopathic Medicine found her

Naturopathic Medicine is for everyone, male and female, young and old yet so many people have not been introduced to the great healing modalities used by Naturopathic Physicians.  Do you know how to better support your health than a yellow pill bottle?  Today, we are going to be talking everything MEN! From diet, exercise, botanical medicine and vitamin supplements, men are slow to start taking care of their health with the right information.  But where do they go to find out how to take care of their health when their lives are so busy and they rarely seek healthcare support until they are really sick?  My guest is Dr. Heath McAllister, a Naturopathic physician who will talk about men's health and what it takes to learn about self healthcare.  While that sounds like something that will never happen, really, with a few simple tricks, men can make better decisions about how to prevent a significant health crisis.  This show is also for woman who take care of men.  We hope you will join us, listen to a bit of t

Naturopathic Medicine Awareness is being celebrated this day and it is not a new type of healthcare, it has been around for centuries.  Now it is time for it to come back into the light and help to support people around the world with safe, effective and scientific based therapies.  The health of people across the globe is at a tipping point of needing something else to allow their bodies to heal from the environmental influences, nutrition lack or disruption, toxic exposures and lack of healthcare we are experiencing these days.  My guest is Dr. Zeenia Junkeer, A Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine graduate, who is the co-founder and Director of Community Outreach and Engagement for Naturopaths Without Borders.  It is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting communities to be healthier by providing access to Naturopathic Care.  Naturopathic Medicine has been recognized as safe, effective and affordable healthcare, time to share the information and take advantage of what this medicine has to o

Naturopathic Medicine is a holistic approach to health which includes mental, emotional, spiritual and physical aspects of our life.  What better way to approach physical symptoms that are presentations of stress we have on a daily basis. Can my headache, low back pain or blurry vision really be stress originated?  There are many players in our health and Naturopathic Physicians take the time to listen to you and hear where you may need support to make healthy changes. My guest today is Dr. Donielle Wilson, a Naturopathic Physician from Bastyr University.  Dr. Doni is a caring professional that centers her work around finding the cause of health concerns and treating the whole person.  She has developed a protocol to address stress in health and she working on an up coming book The Stress Remedy. If you have screaming kids, a full schedule, stomach pains, headaches, and on goes the list, this show is a must listen to see how what goes on around you is influencing your health.  It is possible to reduce stress

Naturopathic Medicine is here to stay and it is based on the power of nature to heal the body with the assistance of botanicals, nutrition, homeopathy and many other modalities.  The body can heal if we learn what is causing the health issue and modulate the influence it has on our body function.  Botanical medicine can be in the form of teas, tinctures or capsules that support normal body function.  Flowers, trees, roots and leaves are parts of plants that are used in botanicals.  While it may seem simple to just go pick a plant and use it as medicine, Botanical medicine is a very precise practice that utilizes the chemical compounds in each plant and compounds an elixir to remedy a specific symptom pattern. My guest today is Dr. Naz Vassighi, a Naturopathic Physician from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Arizona.  She is well versed in using Botanicals and Homeopathy in private practice with all her patients no matter the age or the health condition presenting.  Dr. Naz has an extensive backgro

Naturopathic Medicine and Homeopathy?  What is that?  Why should I care?  It must be something out of this world if I never heard of it, right?  Well, no.  Homeopathy has been around for centuries as well as Naturopathic Medicine.  Really?  Yes, really.  Homeopathic medicines are right inside the door of the oldest pharmacy museum in the United States, it was the medicine in the early 1800's.  Here we are in 2000's and the medicine is still going strong, Naturopathic Medicine with Homeopathy is here to stay.  Time to listen in, listen a few times, choose more shows with different guests and feel your way around the topics.  It is easy, take time and ask questions, the lines are open during the shows. My guest today is Dr. Valeria Breiten, a Naturopathic Physician in Arizona who went to Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine.  She has been using homeopathy with her patients for decades.  It is simple, no medicinal side effects, available for all ages, and works on not only the physical body but emotional a

Naturopathic Medicine is here to stay and women have been the first to embrace its powerful support for the stages in a woman's life.  Birthing, menopause, children's health, breastfeeding, and the every changing hormones can drive a woman to try and find solutions to her problems that are never the same.  My guest Dr. Katie Stage, a Naturopathic Physician from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, will be speaking about everything 'Woman'.  This is going to be an extended show and if you have questions, please call in.  Dr. Stage is offering her natural solutions to age old problems of pain, fatigue, infections, bone health and many other issues all women have at various ages.  Dr. Stage has a website here and you may send her a note on her contact us page.  She will be able to direct you to get immediate help or refer you to someone in your area. If you need further help, you may contact me, Dr. Jeanette Gallagher, ND, here and my website is www.outoftheboxhealthcare.com

Naturopathic Medicine Awareness Week continues today with a discussion about fatigue and how natural medicines can help with overall body weariness.  Naturopathic Physicians are trained to look at the whole person and find areas of the body, mind and spirit that may need nutrition, botanical or emotional support.  Life is not easy and the stressors that occur on a daily basis can affect your health over the long run and decrease our ability to fight off infections or disease.  My guest today is Dr. Amber Golshani, a graduate of Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine.  She is a Naturopathic Physician who focuses on women who are physically tired and mentally wired and are having a hard time day to day.  Her patients are supported with botanicals, homeopathy, and nutrition to improve their overall health. Fatigue is not just a time to sleep or take pills to reduce your mental stress.  Learn different ways to help yourself and what questions to ask of your physician today with Dr. Amber. Dr. Amber's website

What is Naturopathic Medicine and why should I care?  Well, if you are sick and not feeling at your best both physically and emotionally then YOU may care about this medicine.  Naturopathic physicians stop and take the time to listen to you and recognize that healing is not the bottom of the prescription bottle nor the surgery that seems to 'work'.  Healing is about the person, body and spirit, and how to have a life that is fun to live each day.  So, if you are suffering, have pain, lack joy in your life or want support to feel better, Naturopathic physicians are here to help you. My guest today is Dr. Aline Potvin, a Naturopathic Physician, who will be sharing her thoughts on the philosophy of this medicine.  What is it, how it can help you, why you may want to just listen and check out other ways to heal and how it helps people of all ages and health conditions.  From a cold to chronic illness, there are solutions.  This is the website of Dr. Potvin here.  Dr. Aline offers a free consultation by phone to s

Celebrating Naturopathic Medicine Awareness Month; do you know how a Naturopathic Physician can help you with your health?  Each day we will be answering your questions about how an ND (Naturopathic Physician) works with chronic illness and common diseases to find solutions that support your healing. Do you have a health symptom and continue to see your physician to get medication to stop the pain and suffering you may be having?  Perhaps just trying to stop the pain may not be the answer.  ND's help you find a potential source of that pain, be it physical, mental, emotional or spiritual.  Therapies vary from botanicals, homeopathy, nutrition, acupuncture, physical manipulation adjustments and massage to active counseling and listening to your deepest concerns about your health.  Today my guest is Dr. Mark Sanders, ND, a graduate of Bastyr University.  He currently practices in Connecticut and his work is based on 'hands on therapy with craniosacral adjustments' which align the body to function without restri

How, where, when and with who?  Do you really have control over the moment of death?  Maybe not, but if you are blessed with time, you can know a few things that may help in the moments that are the most precious.  When hit with a life changing event, do we really have our heart and soul at peace?  Will our loved ones be cared for?  And, how will my wishes play out when I cannot speak? My guests today are Dr. Monica Williams-Murphy, MD and Kristian Murphy.  They are the authors of 'It's OK to Die'.  Dr. Monica is an ER physician and has shared her experiences along with suggestions for a better plan should you be allowed time before a life event happens.  Kristian has developed the website and added chapters in the book based on his experience. This is a hard topic for many, it is one which we all wish to deny, and one that many times, is left untouched until there is great pain and suffering which may direct the care from there on out.  Please, take a few moments, listen to the show, live or in archives, vis

Children are exposed to so many challenging life events that anger, violence, and abuse in many forms are affecting their everyday lives.  How does a parent who has not had these issues, support their child who is experiencing them?  By ignoring the problem, icing over the bigger picture, denying the truth that may be present or just by saying 'all is ok, no worries'.  How does that really help the child who is reaching out and working to let you know what they are feeling? My guest today is Julie Federico, a children's author who writes stories about anger problems and child abuse.  She was a middle school counselor for 14 years and encountered a multitude of child abuse stories.  Her books are Some Parts are NOT for Sharing andAnger is OKAY Violence is NOT.  These books are also available in Spanish. Please listen to your child, no matter what the story, no matter how far from your comfort level and no matter how difficult it is to admit.  Julie will share her tips for the cases she worked with as a counsel

Dr. Carolyn Dean is my guest today speaking about your child's health.  Do you know what a magnesium deficiency looks like?  What are the symptoms?  What is the treatment?  Why is this so important?  Dr. Dean will explain about how the body needs magnesium to perform almost all of the body's physiological functions.  Many children are presenting with chronic illness, obesity, diabetes, anxiety and attention issues that perhaps, a magnesium deficiency may contribute to the whole picture.  Dr. Dean, MD, ND has written many children health books over her career.  She looks at the child as being affected by the environment, diet and disease which in past decades, has not been seen in the very young.  If your child is having issues that you just can't seem to get a hold on, perhaps magnesium may help?  Check out her free download book to read about magnesium.

The immune system, damaged cells and overall health need an extra boost these days.  Every media piece you read has the tag line on 'immune enhancing or supporting the body'.  Do you really know what that means?  Can you say that every product on the market today, including food items, are doing what you think they are doing ... making your body a powerhouse to repair and be healthy.  Today we will be talking about Poly-MVA, a uniquely-formulated combination of minerals, vitamins and amino acids designed to promote overall health by supporting cellular energy production, and may assist in boosting immune response and support healing damaged cells.  Poly-MVA also replaces specific nutrients that may be depleted during certain therapies.  Al Sanchez, Jr. (CEO of AMARC Enterprises) and Gary Matson (Senior Consultant at AMARC Enterprises), along with a cancer survivor who integrated the nutritional support of Poly-MVA into his treatment approaches, will be with us to discuss exactly what makes Poly-MVA the unique

Have you worked harder than ever on your life, your sobriety, your addictions, and suddenly, without a warning, relapse in your recovery?  Slam; you can hear, feel, sense and regret hitting the cement wall with vengeance.  Now what the heck do you do? Blame, anger, pity, anxiety and depression on the table and you just can't seem to 'clear the palate' of all your past and present patterns. My guest today is Holli Kenley, psychotherapist and author of Mountain Air: Relapsing and finding The Way Back One Breath At A Time.  This book is an honest personal narrative of her experience that will allow you to connect and feel the path along the road.  Feeling alone, regrets, or crawling around the bottom of the self imposed hole you have dug for yourself, please listen, we will be sharing stories of people who have been there also.  Life with challenges are very similar to each other, they may just have a different way of presenting.  No worries. If you would like to find out more about Holli Kenley, click here.  

Did you find yourself grasping for 'the meaning of life' or the reason to get up and face the ever changing world each day while taking the lashings that you feel to your body, mind and spirit?  Rest assured, you are not alone.  Life has taken a hard right turn and if you were not intune, balanced, or in 'shape', you may be noticing the weight of life and fearing what may be around the next corner.  Remember, you are not alone. My guest today is Dr. Alex Lickerman, MD, author of The Undefeated Mind; On The Science of Constructing An Indestructible Self.  Dr. Alex writes of his personal experience, studies from his patients and scientific research that defines a principle which allows us to establish a life that is greater than the suffering life brings. Time to start hanging up the labels that we continuously hold as place cards to excuse our present condition of symptoms which may become bigger than we can handle.  Pain, appreciation, compassion, or finding a sense of life, this is the show for tips to climb

Are you feeling overwhelmed; you don't really know what to do with your kids who are pulling at your patience and heart, help is here.  The summer is upon us and it may be a rip roaring time of stress, anger and frustration or it can be a learning experience for the whole family.  You choose, what will it be?  My guest today is Dr. Craig Wiener, author of Parenting Your Child with ADHD, a guide for nurturing self-reliance and cooperation.  Dr. Wiener is a psychologist who will be talking about reinforcements and what effect they have on child development and habits.  The span of an ADHD diagnosis is very broad and your child may be on any step of it where one thing will work for you and something else for another child.  Tips on how to make your family life a little easier will be given the entire show.  If you are at wit's end, listen in.  If you wish to purchase the book and see Dr. Craig's website, click  here.

From children to adults, help for mental health conditions is here, now, without adding drugs.  If you have an overactive child, a young adult who is 'out to lunch', a spouse who just 'never seems to get it together', our parents who are seeming to be 'slipping away' .... these are a few of the responses we have heard about our loved ones.  While we love their every being, we are constantly battling our daily life in some form.  If you find yourself constantly taking your loved ones or yourself to a physician and asking the question 'what is wrong with me', 'I am just not feeling like I think I should' or 'there has to be something wrong with me that could be fixed' or 'what the heck is wrong with your kids' .... this show is a must for you.  Two hours of frank discussion with my guest Anthony Stephan, co-founder of Truehope Nutritional Support and Teresa Kolpak of Truehope support services for patients, families and professionals of those who are asking for mental healthy support in the form of nutrients for

Which side of the earth are you on when it comes to your health:  the side that hurts, gets a test, gets a name and gets a drug.  OR  the side that hurts, looks for answers, questions those answers, tries to find what might fit for you personally and then institute that treatment.  How can you make that choice and how can you even find out what else is available if you were never exposed to it in the first place? Be prepared to be introduced to 212 pages of therapies from spiritual to hands on to old remedies or new ways of thinking; all of these are meant to help us find the path to our own wellness.  My guest today is Alan Smith, author of How to Unbreak your Health which is a jam packed guide book that fully describes alternative therapies.  The entries give a definition and description that is very easy to understand.  There are many personal stories and comments along with references to websites.  If you are in need of a health rescue and feel that nothing in the past has completely satisfied your hunger

We have all heard it:  'just breathe' and sometimes when we are in the heat of a big stress situation or other emotional upset, we feel that if we just breathe we will explode!  Don't you?  Sometimes, we even say 'if I hear that ONE MORE TIME, I am going to .......'.  Yep, we are with you. How can something so simple as breathing, relaxing, meditating and calming ourselves down be so darn hard!  Maybe, it is something we need to learn, harness and practice that would give our bodies the greatest sense of peace, but who has the time. My guest today is Heidi Thompson, author of Calm, Focus, Joy:  The Power of Breath Awareness.  She is going to teach us how to breathe, why it is so important and what it can do to improve our overall health.  This practice is for adults and children.  If you really have been told to breathe by others and know that you are popping pills or other alternative remedies to calm down, this show is for you.  Time to stop for the best remedy in town, your breathing and what it can do for