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Tonics, Adaptogens, and Adrenal Modulators
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Understanding the Use of Hemp Oil in Veterinary Medicine
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This module focuses on defining the microbiome, identifying the microbes that reside in our body, the association and correlation between...
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Gut Brain Axis and Its Influence on Well Being
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This module describes the relationship between inflammation and the microbiome, discussing which conditions are affected, the underlying mechanisms,...
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Keeping Your Head About You: What Does the Brain Need?
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Don’t Lose Your Mind: What Damages The Brain
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Mold and Microbes: The #1 Cause of Cognitive Decline
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Addressing Homeostasis and Its Role in Healing Mechanisms
In this module, the speaker will review basic homeostatic mechanism and the systems that govern it. The attendees will learn...
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Hormones Involved in Hunger and Satiety
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Health Effects of Short-Chain Fatty Acids in the Gut and Beyond
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Bitter Compounds in Digestive Health
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Digestion is an essential process; it allows the body to obtain nutrients from food. It involves the mouth, stomach, and intestines; however, other...
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Acupuncture and Digestive Health
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Most Common Probiotics and Beneficial Gut Residents
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Collinsonia Root for Digestive Health
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The Advantage of Integrative Veterinary Care
Many pet foods are formulated to meet the essential nutrient requirements of dogs and cats. However, utilizing whole food ingredients may enhance...
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The roots of plants of the Araliaceae family and Panax genus may legitimately be termed "ginseng." These plants contain significant amounts of...
Article • March 4, 2023 • 3 min readBookmark
What’s in a Name? Alternative, Complementary, and Integrative Health
Most Americans are familiar with conventional medicine, but there are other approaches to health, including alternative, complementary, and...
Article • February 25, 2023 • 2 min readBookmark
Masterclass: All Fats Are Not Created Equal
Join Laura Gaylord, DVM, DACVN, in her talk about omega-3 fatty acids and their benefit for humans and pets. She...
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What’s in a Bite of Buckwheat?
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Video • May 20, 2023 • 00:39 min watchBookmark
Masterclass: The Intersection of GI Health and Detoxification
Join Weston Bussler, PhD, in his talk about how elimination occurs in the detoxification processes in the body and how...
Video • May 13, 2023 • 40:23 min watchBookmark
Masterclass: The Brain-Gut Microbiome for Pets
Join Donna Raditic, DVM, DACVN, CVA, in her talk about the brain-gut-microbiome axis. She discusses how to combine nutrition and...
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WholisticMatters invites you to see what amazing nutrients are contained in a bite of kale. These bite-sized videos are all...
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Masterclass: A Case Approach to Support Digestive Health
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Masterclass: Gut Health and Immune Function
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WholisticMatters invites you to see what amazing nutrients are contained in a bite of beetroot. This bite-sized video is a...
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Masterclass: Supporting the Parasympathetic Nervous System to Manage Stress
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Masterclass: Role of Detox in Pain and Inflammation
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Four Must-Have Herbs for Your Practice
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Blending Herbal Traditions with Modern Applications
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Podcast • May 5, 2023 • 37:00 minBookmark
Medicinal Herbs for Common Clinical Conditions
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A Day in the Life of a Practicing Herbalist
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Medicinal Herbs for Cardiometabolic Health
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Podcast • February 3, 2023 • 38:12 minBookmark
Herbal Approaches for Winter Immunity
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Functional Herbal Therapy for Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s Disease
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Black Cumin “Seed of Immortality”
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Tongkat Ali: Age in a Healthy Way
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As part of the Research Spotlight series on WholisticMatters, “Safety and efficacy of purified clinoptilolite-tuff treatment in patients with...
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Clinoptilolite Binds and Neutralizes C. difficile Toxins
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Health Benefits of Physical Activity
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Endocannabinoid System and Its Regulation by Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and Full Spectrum Hemp Oils
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Nutritional and Phytochemical Characterization of Radish
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Elevation of Brain Magnesium with Swiss Chard and Buckwheat Extracts
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High Intake of Oats Associated with Lower Risk of Type 2 Diabetes and All-cause Mortality
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The Body’s Two-Part Immune System
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