By Geo Espinosa – Evidence first. Context always. Natural and lifestyle first when possible. The label on a therapy matters far less than its fit, its safety, and its proof. We don’t choose between modern and integrative medicine.
By Alan R. Gaby, MD – From eggs and Alzheimer’s risk to iodine during pregnancy, bromelain after dental surgery, and tomatoes for fatty liver, this collection explores intriguing connections between nutrition and health. We also examine questions surrounding CoQ10 for depression, sex-specific responses to iron therapy, goat milk formula and eczema, and celiac disease in unexplained cirrhosis.
By Jacob Schor, ND – In 1772, William Heberden invented the term angina pectoris to describe its symptoms of chest pain. Angina was an invented name, a cross between words used to describe sore throat, anger, and anguish, so that angina pectoris meant something like a severe anguishing angry sore throat pain in the chest.
By Donnie Yance, CN, MH, RH(AHG) – I’ve seen countless patients improve their health not through aggressive pharmaceutical intervention, but through fundamental lifestyle changes: eating real food, moving their bodies, managing stress, cultivating relationships, and finding purpose. These interventions work with our biology, not against it. They reduce inflammation, optimize metabolic function, and support the body’s innate healing capacity.
By Rob Lamberton, BSc, FNTP, FDN-P(c) – One of the most practically important observations in nutritional science is that most compounds influence multiple signaling axes simultaneously — and that this multi-axis influence is not a pharmacological complication but an intrinsic feature of how botanical compounds interact with biological systems.
By Donald Yance – Although most drugs designed by man are mono-targeted therapies, those designed by “mother nature”, and have been used for thousands of years, are “multi-targeted” therapies. In this review, we examine two agents that have been around for thousands of years.
By Chris D. Meletis, ND – Conventional bioavailability technology asks how to carry a difficult molecule through the gut. Quantum Ayurveda asks whether the molecule’s own energetic state can be shifted before it gets there.
By Donnie Yance – The future of selenium supplementation lies in moving from one-size-fits-all recommendations to individualized protocols based on genotype, existing health status, baseline selenium levels, and specific disease conditions. With continued research and clinical application, selenium supplementation may become a cornerstone of comprehensive cancer prevention and chronic disease management strategies.
By Erik Peper, PhD – The recently released Netflix documentary The Plastic Detox offers an eye-opening exploration of the hidden dangers of the chemicals in plastics in our homes and daily lives. It highlights concerns ranging from hormone disruption—which may contribute to declining fertility worldwide—to increasing rates of cancer and earlier occurrences of heart attack and stroke.
By Rev. Ryan Sasha-Shai Van Kush – L-Methylfolate represents precision intervention: a naturally occurring metabolite addressing a genetically identifiable bottleneck in neurotransmitter biosynthesis. Its mechanism is not to block reuptake or agonize receptors, but to restore the cofactor infrastructure upon which all monoamine synthesis depends.
By Darrell S.C.S. Misak, ND, RPh – Can you have a seemingly healthy functional medical assessment without observed health restoration? In other words, how do we explain when an improvement in lab assessments does not correlate with improvement in client complaints?
By Susan Ratliff – There is exploration of the possibility of stimulating or enhancing a natural immune response, as opposed to suppressing symptoms, imposing an artificial endocrine regime, or even shutting down the immune system by force. Developing nano-scale medicines and delivery systems bring us to a fascinating and hopeful frontier.
By Gary Null, PhD – If there is one lesson history teaches without exception, it is this: power rarely corrects itself. Trust should never be automatic. It should be conditional upon transparency, honesty, and a willingness to admit error, and when leaders refuse accountability, the responsibility returns to us.
By Faezeh Sharif – Cancer challenges the view of life as an orderly and continuous process, a challenge that can entail major psychological consequences. Patients who perceive their illness as more dangerous, chronic, and uncontrollable become more passive, report greater disability, have poorer social functioning, and experience more psychological problems.
By Donnie Yance – Multiple factors influence ADMA levels, including testosterone, homocysteine, and oxidative stress, providing insights into mechanisms of cardiovascular disease. While L-arginine supplementation has shown inconsistent results, several established cardiovascular therapies reduce ADMA levels, potentially contributing to their benefits.
By Alan R. Gaby, M.D. – Summaries of articles on the Mediterranean diet, glyphosate, Psoriasis, food allergies, research fraud, turmeric, and more!
By Geo Espinosa – In integrative medicine, we’ve always understood that a treatment your patient can’t tolerate isn’t actually treating anything. Quality of life is not a soft endpoint. It’s time to add transdermal estradiol to our fluent vocabulary of ADT options — not as a fringe alternative, but as a legitimate, evidence-supported choice.
By Shayesteh Manesh, ND – As microbiome research advances toward functional and interventional models, studies will help shape a more nuanced and systems-based understanding of prostate disease.
It has proven to be difficult, if not impossible, to proceed to full-scale randomized controlled trials (RCTs) for most of the natural methods that cannot be patented or otherwise monopolized.
By addressing food sensitivities through targeted testing and personalized dietary interventions, individuals can take a significant step toward reducing inflammation, improving gut health, and enhancing overall well-being.
As the producer of The Moss Report, the year leading up to the Covid-19 pandemic was filled with anticipation and excitement. We had invested years of hard work and significant resources into two major projects: our feature film, Immunotherapy: The Battle Within, and...
"From Practitioner to Leader: Clinical Excellence, Business Mastery & Sustainable Practice" Discover how clinical excellence, business mastery, and sustainable systems can help practitioners grow into confident leaders and build practices designed for long-term impact. Why Attend? Three days of learning, connection, and growth designed for every stage of your practice journey. Learn from Leading Voices Gain insights from top experts in natural health, holistic wellness, and functional medicine. Hands-On Learning Participate in in-depth workshops, real-world case studies, and interactive sessions you can apply immediately. Meaningful Networking Connect with like-minded professionals, students, and exhibitors who share your passion for natural health. Practical Tools & Approaches Explore new strategies and tools to elevate both your practice and your own health journey. Who Should Attend? This conference is built for a wide community of natural health professionals, educators, and advocates - wherever you are in your journey. Licensed & Clinical Practitioners Doctors, chiropractors, acupuncturists, naturopaths, and functional or integrative medicine practitioners looking to sharpen clinical skills and grow into stronger practice leaders. Allied Health Professionals Bio-feedback technicians and other allied practitioners seeking hands-on training and the latest tools in natural and holistic care. Educators & Students Natural health educators and students entering the […]
Join health professionals, farmers, food producers, researchers, educators, nonprofit leaders, chefs, policymakers, community organizers, food advocates, public health practitioners, nutritionists, and other changemakers as we convene to share knowledge, build partnerships, and explore new possibilities for improving health, strengthening communities, and creating more equitable and sustainable food systems. This year’s program features inspiring speakers and practical examples of collaboration at the intersection of food, health, social justice, and planetary well-being. Together, we’ll explore innovative approaches to Food as Medicine, community-led initiatives, nutrition, public health, regenerative agriculture, and equitable access to healthy food. Whether you work in health care, agriculture, food production, education, research, policy, or community development, you will discover new ideas, meaningful connections, and practical strategies to advance healthier, more resilient communities. Virtual | Join from anywhere in the world Check out the Program: https://tinyurl.com/Food-as-Medicine-for-All
Menopause Care in the Longevity Era Longevity medicine is everywhere right now. Supplements, protocols, influencer clinics, patients walking in with questions about interventions their doctors have never heard of. What's missing from most of it is the evidence. The Midlife Women's Health Summit is three days on what the research actually says about menopause care when you add a longevity lens. What works, what doesn't, what's being oversold, and what to tell the patient sitting in front of you. Co-chaired by Lisa Larkin, MD, FACP, MSCP, IF, Jen Gunter, MD, FRCS(C), FACOG, DABPM, ABPMR, and Lauren Streicher, MD, FACOG, MSCP; three of the clearest voices in women's health on separating data from marketing.