A Naturopathic Approach to Celiac
What is Celiac Disease? Celiac disease is an immune-mediated response to gluten found within the diet that triggers an autoimmune inflammatory condition. After consuming gluten (a
Neurodegenerative Diseases
What is a neurodegenerative disease? A neurodegenerative disease is a disease that targets and progressively damages the nervous system, especially the brain. It is common for thes
August is Gastroparesis Awareness Month
August is Gastroparesis Awareness Month, which helps bring attention and awareness to a topic that may be unknown to many people. Gastroparesis is a gastrointestinal motility disor
What To Do If You Suspect Tick-Related Illnesses
For many of us, summer is the season we spend the most time outdoors, either playing in the yard, walking through the woods, gardening, or mowing our lawns. While most of us take p
July’s Herb of the Month: Burdock
Thinking of where the common burdock plant likes to grow, you’re most likely to find it clustered on the edges of waste sites. As in nature, so in your body, burdock has an affin
June’s Herb of the Month: Calendula
June’s Herb of the Month is calendula! Also known as Mary’s Gold and Summer’s Bride, it feels especially appropriate to focus on calendula this month as we approach the summe
Detergents and Your Endocrine System
What is the Endocrine System?: The endocrine system is a network of glands, organs, and pathways that produce hormones and send them along to carry messages to certain cells and or
May 4th-10th is Naturopathic Medicine Week!
What is Naturopathic Medicine? Naturopathic medicine is a health profession that focuses on the health and well-being of the whole person, with an emphasis on health promotion and
The Dangers of Googling or Using ChatGPT For Your Medical Symptoms
Googling Symptoms How many times have you Googled your symptoms and been provided with frightening information about potential health ailments? The internet is a powerful tool that
COVID-19 & Other Viruses: Preventative Measures for Virus & Flu Season
A Note From Richmond Natural Medicine: The preventative measures shared in this article are not meant to replace the medical care and recommendations provided by your PCP, pediatri