Healthy Aging Practices

The Vagus Nerve and the Spirit-Mind, Gut, and Immune System Connection: Life-style and Botanical Intervention

By Donnie Yance – The vagus nerve is the longest nerve in the human body, providing afferent information about visceral sensation, integrity and somatic sensations. The convergence of ancient wisdom and modern science in vagus nerve optimization represents a paradigm shift in healthcare, allowing for personalized protocols that address the root causes of autonomic dysfunction.

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Nature and Health: The Healing Power of Contact with Nature

By Kurt Beil, ND, LAc, MPH – Recognition that environmental features directly influence human health began with a study published in 1984, retrospectively analyzing post-surgery recovery data in a suburban hospital, utilizing the view out of the recovery rooms’ windows – natural vs. man-made – as the setting variable, yet the impact and value of nature continues to be overlooked by many.

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The Nature of Pain

By Chris D. Meletis, ND – This article provides a brief explanation of alternative therapies for pain relief, aiming to improve patients’ quality of life, and help each patient find the best individualized plan.

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The Persistent Puzzle of Trauma Pain

By Dr. Julia v. Schuckmann – Trauma pain is not layered; it is intertwined. Treating it effectively requires a framework that addresses the interactions of fascia with the nerves, the nerves with the brain, and the brain with the lived experience of trauma.  Fascia, a richly vascularized and dynamic sensory organ, full of nerve endings, coordinates movement and communicates with the nervous system, and injury involving fascia can be life-altering.

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“Healthier” Processed Meats

By Geo Espinosa, ND, LAc – When it comes to processed meats, labels can be misleading, “natural” doesn’t mean safe, and making smart, informed choices most of the time is what keeps you healthy in the long run. Remember — a sustainable healthy lifestyle balances discipline and indulgence.

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Vitamin D’s Impact on Cancer Incidence and Mortality: A Systematic Review

Sunil J. Wimalawansa – While many observational studies support vitamin D’s protective role in incidents and deaths from cancer, some recent mega-RCTs have failed to demonstrate this, primarily due to critical study design flaws. Well-designed, adequately powered clinical trials using appropriate methodologies, sufficient vitamin D3 doses, and extended durations consistently demonstrate that proper supplementation significantly reduces cancer risk and markedly lowers cancer mortality.

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Vitamin D Supplement Power

Geo Espinosa, ND, LAc – Vitamin D is low-cost, low-risk, and supported by strong science. It plays a big role in aging, prostate health, and immune defense, and adding it to your wellness routine is one of the best steps you can take to protect your health as you age.

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The Historical Role of Wisdom: Time to Invite “The Wise Women and Men” Back into American Society. The Insights of the Elders

Diverse traditions emphasize compassion, justice, and the interconnectedness of all life, offering a counterbalance to the materialism and individualism that dominate contemporary culture. By embracing the lessons of the past and rejecting the divisive ideologies of the present, we can rebuild a society grounded in knowledge and higher truths that embrace both the best of science and the true beauty of the human spirit.

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  • Reimagining Health Summit

    Back for 2026 with an expanded line-up of world-class speakers, cutting-edge science, and live experiential sessions you won't find anywhere else. This year's Reimagining Health Summit goes deeper than ever - into longevity, age reversal, brain health, cancer prevention, and the integrative protocols that are genuinely changing lives. Last year was transformative. This year is your chance to go further. The Reimagining Health Summit is the place to be for both wellness practitioners and health enthusiasts alike. Our event exhibitors are hand-picked by the event team to be perfectly curated in order to create the ideal attendee experience

  • 2026 AzNMA Annual Conference – Building Brain Resilience

    Strengthening Cognitive Health Across the Lifespan The Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association (AzNMA) is excited to invite you to our 2026 CME Conference, happening November 6–8, 2026, at Sonoran University of Health Sciences in Tempe, Arizona. We look forward to welcoming you for an inspiring weekend of learning and connection. We are putting together an outstanding lineup of expert speakers who will share the latest insights, practical strategies, and clinical approaches to building brain resilience and supporting cognitive health throughout life. Sessions will feature engaging presentations, each including relevant clinical case discussions. 2026 AzNMA Annual Continuing Medical Education Conference

  • 2026 Lifestyle Medicine Conference

    Hybrid Event

    Join us in Orlando, or Online! This event is your gateway to discovering groundbreaking insights from renowned experts at the forefront of healthcare innovation. Total credit opportunities (CME/CE accreditation) for LM2026 are expected to be comparable to prior years across multiple disciplines. Full conference participation will meet—and may exceed—the educational requirements for lifestyle medicine certification.  The annual Lifestyle Medicine Conference unites a dynamic community — online and onsite — committed to reshaping healthcare. Explore how to tackle the root causes of chronic disease and elevate health within every care setting. See why lifestyle medicine can renew your purpose and passion. This year’s agenda explores what it takes to bring lifestyle medicine to life at scale. Learn from clinicians, researchers, health system leaders, educators, and innovators tackling today’s biggest healthcare challenges through evidence-based approaches that improve outcomes, reduce disease burden, and help people thrive.

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