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Re-form the Healthcare Paradigm
Posted by: drthyr on: September 1, 2009
I recently read the article in the Washington Post by Kathleen Sebelias, our new Secretary of Health and Human Services. It brought this issue that has been nagging in the back of my head to the fore. She really believes that Obama’s plan will improve the health of Americans. But that is impossible. That is [...]
My Dream Column
Posted by: drthyr on: April 10, 2009
I have often had this vision of myself as a columnist for some fabulous journal or newspaper. Readers would write in their questions and I’d give my perspective and experience as a naturopathic doctor to help answer their questions.
Now, nothing beats and one-to-one appointment with a practitioner to help take care of your health concerns. [...]
Spring Detox is Here!
Posted by: drthyr on: March 5, 2009
I have been preparing over the past few weeks for this spring’s group detox program at the Lucchesi community center in Petaluma. I am so excited. I have a new and improved guidebook, lots of free passes for health clubs, and interesting samples to try. We start tonight (Thursday, March 5) and meet for three [...]
Food Allergy Resurgance
Posted by: drthyr on: December 20, 2008
Explore the causes and cures for food allergies.
The Case for Green Medicine
Posted by: drthyr on: November 21, 2008
I was at the Green Festival this past weekend in San Francisco with my friend. As we passed the booth of a new “green” magazine, I stopped to offer my services as a writer. The editor was there, and I listened while she described in great detail the list of what she must have rehearsed [...]
Regenerative Design Institute – easy on the planet
Posted by: drthyr on: November 18, 2008
I had the most wonderful opportunity of touring the Regenerative Design Institute in Bolinas, California a couple of weeks ago. James Stark, one of the co-founders gave us the tour around the place. The RDI is like a dream come true for me. The concepts that they have working on their land are what I [...]
President’ Message: Partnering towards Wellness By Lise Alschuler, ND, FABNO
Posted by: drthyr on: November 3, 2008
(This post is from the newsletter for the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians – reprinted with permission.)
We live in tumultuous times, facing economic uncertainty, living with an ailing environment and struggling with increasing numbers of health challenges both personal and professional. I am acutely aware these days of just how critical it is that we [...]
Flu Vaccine??
Posted by: drthyr on: October 25, 2008
‘Tis the time of year that my patients start asking me about the flu vaccine. So what do I think….
I can see, from the public health perspective, why it is so readily available. But most of us have good, solid immune systems that will fight off the flu, even though we may not appreciate the [...]
Gratitude paperclip
Posted by: drthyr on: October 3, 2008
Have you heard the segment or read in The Secret where the guy was carrying around this special stone and ended up selling them to people as gratitude rocks? I thought it was a great idea – there is nothing that makes us feel better about our circumstances in life than being truly grateful for [...]
Gardens as inspiration
Posted by: drthyr on: September 12, 2008
Having special flowers around has always been a passion. One thing I have been impressed by in California are the huge passion flowers growing up walls fences, enormous lavender plants. I think that this plant pictured below (tree peony) may have medical uses, but I don’t use it in my practice. Being around ones that [...]
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- Re-form the Healthcare Paradigm September 1, 2009I recently read the article in the Washington Post by Kathleen Sebelias, our new Secretary of Health and Human Services. It brought this issue that has been nagging in the back of my head to the fore. She really believes that Obama’s plan will improve the health of Americans. But that is impossible. That is [...]drthyr
- Like Water Off a Duck’s Back, or “Just Chill” August 1, 2009I have always wished that I were a more mellow person. Don’t sweat the small stuff. Let it go like water off a duck’s back. I love those snappy little sayings. Love them until I try to embody them, that is. They make it sound so easy. Like that is just the way it happens. [...]drthyr
- Natural First Aid July 20, 2009Some people have the idea that when you are hurt you need something more powerful than what nature has to offer. Quite the contrary - what nature has to offer is the most effective, as well as naturally safe.drthyr
- Natural Allergy Relief May 14, 2009It’s still windy here in Petaluma. I keep thinking it is going to ease up. I know that many people are still really suffering from allergies. I want to give you a couple more ideas of how to help. Vitamin C – good ol’ vitamin C helps allergies because it is a mast cell stabilizer. Mast [...]drthyr
- Vitamin C – My Allergy Saver April 23, 2009It seems so simple, but it’s true. Good ol’ vitamin C, which most of us have in our medicine cabinets, helps relieve allergy symptoms. Vitamin C is an excellent mast cell stabilizer. The mast cells are the ones who release the histamines when in the presence of allergens. So when those cells are a little less [...]drthyr
- My Dream Column April 10, 2009I have often had this vision of myself as a columnist for some fabulous journal or newspaper. Readers would write in their questions and I’d give my perspective and experience as a naturopathic doctor to help answer their questions. Now, nothing beats and one-to-one appointment with a practitioner to help take care of your health concerns. [...]drthyr
- Springtime Self Care April 3, 2009I met with my trainer, Michael Finn, on Monday. I love the workouts he designs for me. He makes me feel good about the little progress I have made. He creates adjustments to make the program more difficult (arghhh!). But when all is said and done, nothing will change if I don’t work on my [...]drthyr
- Happy Spring! March 24, 2009Ahhhh! The first days of spring. Feel the warmth, the movement of new plants, the freshness. We all feel a bit more motivated when the sun shines hotter and the days are longer. Take advantage of the longer light to tend to yourself this spring. Sit outside and listen to the birds for 15 minutes at [...]drthyr
- Liver Detox last day! Hooray!! March 20, 2009I have to say, I have been much better on the detox than I have been about the blog. I mostly just didn’t want to whine. It is difficult to continue this so diligently as well as being the cheerleader. I feel great. Am soooo happy that I participated with the group. I’m ever so grateful [...]drthyr
- Liver Detox Week 2 March 14, 2009This is the main week. It’s the week that we are really perfect in our food choices, elimination of caffeine, etc, and taking more of the detox supplement. I came out of my fog of last week in good form. We’ll see if things get tough as I increase the powder to twice/day. But for now [...]drthyr
