7 Ways to Combat Seasonal Allergies Naturally
Springtime brings many gifts. Flowers are blooming, honey bees are hard at work, and the warmer weather welcomes us to spend time outdoors. But there are unwanted gifts as well. The air is filled with pollen this time of year, and many of my patients are stressed out and suffering from the wheezing and sneezing […]
How To Use A Neti Pot
Last week, a patient I had not seen in over 10 years showed up in my office for an appointment. His wife was with him for support (he had a new and very serious illness) and she sat quietly throughout his appointment. I thought she looked familiar… and at the end of the visit I […]
Preparing for the Flu Season
Hayrides, Halloween, and a harvest moon…all are welcome October visitors in my book. Unfortunately, in addition to those trick-or-treaters, this month also brings an unwanted visitor to your doorstep too — October is the official start of the flu season in the US. Over the next several weeks, you’ll probably see people lining up to […]
Everything You Need to Know About Mucus Snot, and Phlegm
I love my work as a naturopathic physician but there are some aspects of my job that are decidedly unglamorous. For instance, quite often my patients feel compelled to bring me a sample of their nasal discharge. “Look here, Dr. Josh”–as they unfurl a handkerchief containing a prized specimen of mucus–“my snot is green, what […]
Salt Water Up Your Nose
I suspect that most of you have a regular personal hygiene routine. I’m guessing that you probably shower, brush your teeth, wash your face, brush your hair, and shave some part of your body on a regular basis. For all of the cleaning and grooming that we do, one of the dirtiest and most contaminated […]
