INSULIN RESISTANCE
May 9, 2022
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Somewhere between high blood sugar and full-blown diabetes lives a trait called insulin resistance (Maurer). Not only can insulin resistance contribute to diabetes, it also
Naturopathic Physician in Guilford, CT
Patients With Type II Diabetes Benefit From Naturopathic Care
April 26, 2012
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Diabetes is a complex, multi-factorial condition that takes many variables into account, including diet, exercise, and family history. Typically, if certain markers are detected early
Rethinking Fat in the Diet
March 7, 2012
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With all the hype surrounding statin medications this past week (see http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/05/opinion/the-diabetes-dilemma-for-statin-users.html), it’s a perfect opportunity to take a step back and discuss some basic
Neuropathy and Natural Medicine
August 17, 2011
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Neuropathy, whether it’s diabetic or idiopathic, is often challenging to treat, with any modality. However, I do find that the combination of acupuncture and naturopathic
Artificial Sweeteners=Real Trouble
September 22, 2010
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Most of my patients know that I’m not a fan of artificial sweeteners, but people often have a hard time cutting them out
High Fructose Corn Syrup Tries To Hide Behind Name Change
September 15, 2010
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In an attempt to try and fool the public, the Corn Refiner’s Association has applied with the FDA to change the name of high fructose
Green Tea and Metabolic Syndrome
July 28, 2010
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Because metabolic syndrome is something I tend to see on a weekly basis, it’s always good to see new information on what can help to
Weight Gain and Fatty Acids-Born Into Obesity?
July 21, 2010
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For years, the naturopathic profession has emphasized the importance of balancing the ratio between omega 3 and omega 6 intake. The standard American diet is
Who’s Bad? (Not Fats)
July 1, 2010
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There continues to be a false assumption in the medical community that increased fat consumption leads to heart disease and other long-term problems. I often
Diabetes Increases Cancer Risk
June 17, 2010
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Evidence is proving that diabetes may double the risk of pancreatic, liver, and endometrial cancer, while also significantly increasing the risk of colorectal, breast and
