My three year old loves sugar! Cookies, candy, ice cream. If it’s sweet, she wants it. This leads to predictable tantrums: “…But I NEEEED something SWEEEEET!” Of course, for her health and our sanity, my husband and I can’t feed her only sugar, and we’ve developed various strategies (some more effective than others) to talk […]
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Beginning in September I will be returning to my practice! As many of you know, I have been on maternity leave this summer. I have thoroughly enjoyed the special time I’ve spent with my daughters, the baby and the pre-schooler, and now am looking forward to working with patients again in pursuit of health and
“You’ll do great in this town!” a friend told me when I first moved to the Pioneer Valley. “Everyone has allergies!” Allergy Valley I love this little slice of the country. The way the seasons take hold of the Valley, and turn it into a totally new place every few months is astounding.
I live in the woods at the corner of two dirt roads. I was drawn to this area by all the fun outdoor activities right in my back yard. Being outside makes me happy. It nourishes my soul. And yet… I’m concerned about ticks! When it comes to tick born diseases, knowledge is power. Lyme disease can feel scary. However,
When will the bill go into effect? We don’t know exactly, but it will likely be a year or more. Will my insurance cover my visits now that bill has passed? The bill does not contain any provisions regarding insurance coverage. Once it goes into effect it will be up to individual insurance companies to
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I’m not going to lie to you; it was pretty hard to get out of bed this morning. And then when I heard on the radio about the record breaking low temperatures… Let’s just say it feels like a miracle that I made it into the office rather than scurrying back under the covers (side note:
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The supplement industry, with its lack of regulation, is a bit like the Wild West. A bottle may say it contains a certain herb, but how do you know if that is actually true? This problem was brought home for me by some recent news from New York. On Monday the New York State Attorney
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I want everyone in Massachusetts to have access to high quality naturopathic health care. The first step towards this goal is getting naturopathic doctors licensed in Massachusetts. All of the New England states except for Massachusetts and Rhode Island license naturopathic physicians, and it is high time we joined the club. If you live in
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Sometimes, despite your best efforts and intentions, colds and flu sneak up on you. In my last article, I talked about things you can do to prevent colds and flu. Today I’m going to give you some tips for what to do if you do get sick. Here’ s the first trick: don’t wait until you
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“Should I get the flu shot?” I get asked this question a lot. Let’s face it, the flu can be scary. And it seems that everywhere you turn there are advertisements that subtly (or not-so subtly) imply that you are putting yourself and your family in danger should you choose not to get this vaccine.
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This is a re-post of an article I wrote last year. If you are interested in learning more, please join me for a free workshop on overcoming chronic stress with natural medicine. Running out of Fuel? When I was twenty one I moved into an old and rather ramshackle farmhouse. The house was heated with a
If you think the idea of morphine and oxycodone combined into one pill sounds a bit like a recipe for disaster, you are not alone. A key government panel voted unanimously last Tuesday against the approval of this powerful new drug, known as Moxduo. A Nation In Pain Perhaps you are one of the 100 million Americans (and that
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Our Grandmothers Lately I’ve felt a lot like a grandmother. Not my grandmother, Nanette, per se, but a kind of stereotypical character. One who would recommend chicken soup for almost any ache and pain. Two of the most common things I see in my practice are digestive issues and musculoskeletal problems (back pain, knee,
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The general rule of thumb, according to the Institute of Medicine, is that women need 2.2 liters (about 9 cups) and men need roughly 3 liters (about 13 cups) of fluids per day. You’ll need more if you exercise a lot, live in a place that is warm, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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The Super Bowl Have you heard the jokes about the upcoming Super Bowl between the Seattle Seahawks and the Denver Broncos? The “Stoner Bowl” the “Weed Bowl” the “Super BOWL.” With teams from the two states who recently legalized marijuana facing off, the puns abound. Marijuana is in the news these days, and on
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The information contained in this blog post is for informational purposes only, and is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. When you have a headache, backache, knee pain, menstrual cramps, or any other type of pain, you want it to go away NOW. You’ve seen the commercials for pain medications telling
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I once ran into a bear on a backpacking trip. There I was, walking along a trail, minding my own business, when I turned a corner and came face to face with a large black bear, who was none to pleased to see me in her blueberry patch. I was not pleased either. In fact,
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In Chinese Medicine, the Summer is associated with the Fire Element, and the Heart. When I learned about the Heart in Chinese Medicine, what it is, and it’s implications for my life and for all of humanity, it was nothing short of revolutionary. I’d like to share a little here about the Chinese concept of
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I know that it is not spring yet. I can see the dusting of snow on my car, and feel the chill as the wind dips the temperature into the teens. Yes, it is February and it is clearly still winter. And yet, I am starting to feel Spring in my body. It is a
There are many ways in which the holiday season can make us feel crazy. We all have our own individual ways in the which the combination of family, consumerisms and various social situations can bring us to our knees emotionally. What I want to tell you about in this blog post today is a way
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I could hardly believe my excitement last week as I glanced out my treatment room window and saw the first snowflakes falling. It was a funny kind of excitement, because it came with feeling of profound peace. I always feel this way at the beginning of winter. The deep quiet and opportunity for rest that
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Does anyone want any summer squash? Does anyone else have this problem? You planted zucchini and now it seems to be taking over. You are up to your ears in these vegetables, and they seem to be getting bigger by the hour! Well, of all the problems one might face in the world, this is
Pioneer Valley residents and Vermonters are a hardy folk. The temperatures are creeping up into the 90’s this week, and I’m sure I won’t be the only one who will head to the garden to do some weeding and planting in the late afternoon sun. Or go for a jog. Or take advantage of any
This is a great on the go breakfast or snack. Packed with protein, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, anti-inflammatory herbs and even some iron. Oh, and it’s delicious! Ingredients: 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 2-4 Tbs of hemp protein powder 1/4 tsp turmeric 1/4 tsp ginger 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1 Tbs molasses If you have blood
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It’s that time of year again. The weather is getting warmer, the flowers are starting to pop out of the ground and all over the valley allergy symptoms are coming out of hibernation. What are allergies? In order to understand allergies, we need to understand the immune system. The immune system is a complex array
What is Fibromyalgia? What is Chronic Fatigue? For most medical doctors, Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome are diagnoses of exclusion. This means that a patient is said to have one of these conditions when we can’t figure out anything else that is wrong with them, but they are clearly in pain. There is a value
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In India, chai is the word used for tea with milk in it. Masala chai refers to tea with milk and spices. The spices that are traditionally used in masala chai are warming and can be used to help fight off a cold, or to warm you up when you feel chilly. They are also
Bone broth is delicious, comforting and nutritious. This recipe uses chicken bones, but you can use bones from other animals as well. Lamb and beef bone broth are also very tasty and nutritious.
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Banana Nut Muffins These muffins are gluten and dairy free, with lots of protein and no refined sugar. Oh, and they are delicious!
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Hot Chocolate This hot chocolate makes a wonderful wintertime dessert or snack. It has all the taste and health benefits of chocolate, without the sugar or dairy. With the richness of coconut oil and the natural sweetness of the almond milk, most people do not need to add extra sweetener.
A feast to warm you up on a cold winter night!
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I had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Full of family, friends, and yes, LOT’S of food and drink! I don’t know about you, but after Thanksgiving I am often left feeling a little heavy. My body feels like it wants a cleans or a detox, but who has the time between Thanksgiving and the Winter holidays? Luckily,
Blueberry vinaigrette Ingredients: – Equal parts blueberries and balsamic vinegar – Salt, onion powder and dijon mustard to taste Directions: Mix all ingredients in a blender. Drizzle on salad with olive oil. Also delicious on fish or meat.
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I am involved in some in depth study of the acupuncture points on the head. There is so much information that gets processed inside our heads. The cognition that goes on in there is really special to our particular species. I love that through acupuncture we can access the deep intelligence we are all capable
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The stinging nettles are just beginning to poke out of the ground here in the Pioneer Valley. For many, these invasive plants are simply a nuisance- catching you off guard with their irritating sting. Nettles, however are a powerful medicine to help us get through one of the other irritations of the Spring- allergies. Historically,
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A late afternoon hike at Mt. Toby this weekend was a beautiful thing. The streams and waterfalls were full from the recent rains, singing to us as we made our way on the moist earth towards the slowly unfurling fiddleheads. Careful to take just a few from each plant, we crouched delicately by the side
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