Spring is just around the corner in the Pacific Northwest! The signs are all around us, from the first wildflowers reaching towards the sun to the first morning calls of migratory songbirds. Now is the time to…

When I close my eyes to contemplate what I want to share about the world of female hormones, an ancient image arises, of the maiden, the mother, and the crone/wise woman. What I feel is awe. I am in awe at…

One of my favorite subjects of study this year has been the magic and mystery of our tenth cranial nerve, the Vagus. The word Vagus literally translates to….

All over the world, people equate celebration and feasting. At the mere mention of a holiday meal, our salivary glands start doing a happy dance, followed by visions of holiday tables overflowing with steaming plates of deliciousness. ( I can't wait! ) Fast forward to…

Fasting is a disease-curing technique that has been around for at least as long as recorded history. Not eating gives our cells and digestive tract…

I only feel comfortable speaking about the effectiveness of a treatment after I have used it hundreds of times. After using Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, or HBOT, in our clinic for four years and observing how patients respond, I can say that…

Fall is a time that always tends to push me into the deepest inner reflections. Looking deeply at one's life may not be as easy as keeping a fast pace and continuing to work. However, one of the most important personal activities is…

Since all systems, cells, and other aspects of the human form require proper circulation to survive, I consider proper circulation to be a fundamental attribute of good health. Cancer is unchecked growth in the presence of poor circulation.  Cardiovascular disease is…

PMS, cyclical mood swings, menstrual cramps, heavy bleeding, hot flashes, low libido, breast tenderness, cyclical headaches, peri- and post-menopausal weight gain, acne. What a list! What do these symptoms have in common? All refer to…

Flax seeds are one of the oldest crops dating back to the beginning of civilization. The Latin name is Linum usitatissimum which means “very useful”. There are ancient records of using flax seeds to aid digestion by alleviating constipation. This effect is likely due to…