Naturopathic healthcare providers have been officially declared as "Essential" in Governor Roy Cooper's March 27, 2020 Executive Order. This means our office will still be open for taking supplement orders, and we will be at our office for patient appointments, which will be done over the phone or video chat for the time being. Naturopathic Healthcare Providers … [Read more...]
Office Updates as of March 26th, 2020
Hello! A beautiful Spring is upon us and we wanted to provide a new update since Buncombe County and the city of Asheville has enacted a "Stay Home, Stay Safe" declaration that goes into effect tonight, March 26 at 8 pm and lasts through 6 am April 9. According to the Asheville Citizen-Times, local officials have stated this measure is not the same as a more restrictive … [Read more...]
Office Updates as of March 17th, 2020
Hello and thanks for reading! We wanted to send out a quick message to keep you all up to date on how our office is currently operating. All visits are now by phone / video only: We are in 100% support of the public health measures to encourage social distancing, so all patient visits will now be over the phone or by video chat. The great news is that we've worked … [Read more...]
Red Meat the Healthy Way
A diet high in red meat has been touted to either fatten your waistline and lead to heart disease, or to transform you into a leaner, healthier version of yourself. So what's the skinny on eating red meat the healthy way? Beef, lamb, pork*, and venison provide quality protein, B-vitamins, iron**, and zinc. Depending on the cut, meat can be low in fat. When buying meat, pay … [Read more...]
Walking Meditation: You don’t just have to sit!
Deep mental relaxation is one of many health benefits associated with regular meditation practice. Other confirmed benefits include lower blood pressure, decreased heart rate, reduced stress levels, improvements in sleep, and stronger immune function. Despite the many positive health associations with meditation, many people find it difficult to maintain a formal sitting … [Read more...]
Alleviate Congestion with Magic Socks
You'd probably never guess that a pair of wet socks could pull congestion from your head and stimulate your immune system. Sounds like hocus-pocus promoted by a traveling charlatan, right? Guess what. It really does work. Historically, this hydrotherapy was called "Wet Sock Therapy." At some point, a marketing savvy naturopath explained to young patients that the … [Read more...]
Fragrance Facts
“Fragrance” is a generic term found on the labels of the personal care products we use day in and day out: Products like shampoo, deodorant, lotion, and in our laundry detergent, dish soap, and makeup. But the term isn’t as innocuous as it seems. Each of these products may have a different scent, yet the labels simply indicate one descriptor: Fragrance. While companies are … [Read more...]
The Science of Bathing
Water is commonly employed to affect the human body using hot baths to relax muscles or ice packs to reduce swelling. In holistic medicine, water is also used as a healing modality to restore proper blood flow and ultimately restore the health of the blood and the whole person. Water is a miraculous substance because it can carry great amounts of energy and heat. It conducts … [Read more...]
Positive Affirmations
The words we tell ourselves and the messages we convey through our own thoughts can play a huge role in how we feel about the world, in our mental and emotional well-being, and even our physical health. Negative self-talk can actually be detrimental to your health. On the flip side, positive affirmations have their place in the big-picture of trying to live your best … [Read more...]
Take a Hike
Hiking takes you out of your usual routine, fills your lungs with fresh air, and lifts your spirits with the sights and sounds of nature. You might even forget that you're giving your body a powerful workout that has many health benefits. A regular trek on the trail is aerobic exercise that is good for the heart and lungs. A weight-bearing exercise, hiking strengthens bones … [Read more...]
