Early Signs of Gastrointestinal Disease and What You Can Do About It
Written by Dr Thomas Wnorowski June 21, 2024 Key Points: Gastrointestinal diseases are on the rise — and one of the best ways to avoid a diagnosis is to recognise symptoms and treat them early on. While we shouldn’t feel ashamed to talk about gut symptoms, they shouldn’t be normalised either. It’s time to take […]
The Impact of Endorphins: The Body’s Natural Opioids
Written by Kathi Head July 9, 2024 Endorphins are part of a group of chemicals naturally produced in the body called neuropeptides. Neuropeptides are short chains of amino acids released at the end of nerves that deliver messages to your brain, as well as throughout your body. Because endorphins are released in one place in […]
Two-Time Olympian Ryan Crouser Ready to Defend His Title
Written by Maggie Chandler July 10, 2024 If you haven’t heard of Ryan Crouser by now, you certainly will by the end of the summer. Considered by many to be the greatest shot putter ever, three-time World Champion, two-time gold medalist, and Thorne partner Ryan Crouser feels like he still has more history to make as he […]
The Connection Between High Blood Pressure and Cognitive Decline
The Connection Between High Blood Pressure and Cognitive Decline High blood pressure, often associated with heart disease and stroke, also poses significant risks for cognitive health. While many are aware of its cardiovascular implications, fewer recognise its potential role in the development of mild cognitive impairment and dementia. The Evidence: High Blood Pressure and Dementia […]
Best Foods for the Gut Microbiome: How to Create an Environment for Recovery
Written by Dr Thomas Wnorowski June 14, 2024 When considering gut health, we must prioritise the gut microbiome. While microscopic, gut bacteria are essential to forming a healthy ecosystem free of digestive issues. It helps to support the immune system, blood sugar regulation, and digestion as a whole. A diet that supports your gut […]
Can a Probiotic Help You with Weight Management?
June 18, 2024 Most experts agree that the intestinal microbiome is highly important to normal digestion and immune function. They also agree that probiotics can help balance a healthy intestinal flora to promote these benefits. But now evidence is accumulating to suggest that the health of the intestinal microbiome has an effect on other aspects […]
A Guide to Living Longer and Healthier – Joyfully!
Dennis Schoen & Dr Nooshin Darvishr Protocols In Action, Season 1 – Episode 5 17 June 2024 This episode we explore the principles Dr Darvish developed through her decades as a Naturopathic Physician, which also makes up the core philosophy of her new book, The Golden Gate. Dr Darvish’s approach, the KHOSH Method™, provides relevant […]
Chronic Stress and HPA Axis Dysfunction
Carrie Jones Season 4, Episode 6 on the DUTCH Podcast 18 July 2024 Learn more about how chronic stress affects the brain and the HPA axis in this episode of the DUTCH Podcast. Dr Deb Matthew joins Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, to discuss how to recognize hormonal changes caused by stress and consistently elevated cortisol levels, […]
Cortisol, Cognitive Function and Mental Health
Carrie Jones Season 4, Episode 4 on the DUTCH Podcast 4 June 2024 In this informational episode, Jaclyn and Carrie Jones discuss the connection between cortisol, cognitive health, mental health, and reproductive hormones. Cortisol can influence many parts of the body, including hormones, the prefrontal cortex, and stress resilience over time. Stress resilience looks different […]
Ageing and Longevity in Women
Maddy Dychtwald Season 4, Episode 3 on the DUTCH Podcast 28 May 2024 Hear more about the longevity revolution in this episode with author and speaker Maddy Dychtwald! Maddy and Jaclyn have a thought-provoking conversation on genetics versus epigenetics, research advancements around cognitive health, and hormone replacement therapy as a method to maintain health. They […]
Menopause Publication: A Letter to the Editor and DUTCH’s Response
Mark Newman Season 4, Episode 2 on the DUTCH Podcast 21 May 2024 Listen in to this episode of the DUTCH Podcast as Mark Newman, MS, discusses Dr Pam Smith’s Letter to the Editor in response to our Menopause publication, a peer-reviewed study on the comparison between FDA-approved estrogen patches and gels to compounded estrogen creams. […]
DUTCH test enhancements: new updates to the DUTCH report
Mark Newman Season 4, Episode 1 on the DUTCH Podcast 14 May 2024 In this podcast, Mark Newman, MS, joins our host Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, to discuss the recent enhancements to the DUTCH report. These visual changes are the first in a series of a few updates aimed at improving readability and providing deeper insights […]
Exploring Inner Silence: The Practice of Antar Mouna
Meditation, deeply rooted in ancient yogic traditions, offers pathways to inner peace and self-discovery. Antar Mouna, derived from Sanskrit, means inner silence, and it involves cultivating this silence through meditative techniques, also known as Vipassana. At its core, Antar Mouna encourages observing the mind’s fluctuations without judgment, fostering self-awareness and detachment from mental chatter. This […]
Beyond the Fog: Navigating the Complexities of Long-COVID-19
Article written by Michelle Clark, NDClinical Education Manager, FxMed Published 1 June 2024 People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? Long-COVID-19 (LC) is a complex and often debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. […]
DUTCH Test Enhancements
People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? Visual representation plays an important role in conveying complex information on DUTCH reports. As we strive for continuous improvement and clarity in our reports, we are excited to […]