by Northwest Integrative Medicine | Feb 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
Is there a 2000 year-old flu remedy that still works today? The Hippocratic Oath is a pledge taken by most doctors in the US when they enter the profession. It’s a pledge of ethics which includes phrases like “do no harm,” one most of us rely on as a...
by Northwest Integrative Medicine | Jan 23, 2024 | Uncategorized
Maybe you could’ve guessed how these foods harm your sleep–if you’re a midnight snacker like me. Ever paid with a groggy morning for covertly tip-toeing to the fridge for a sweet snack before bed? There are connections between sleep and diet that might just...
by Northwest Integrative Medicine | Dec 18, 2023 | Uncategorized
If it’s not true that hot cocoa saves lives, it might be true that hot cocoa can rescue your mood on a cold, snowy night. But chocolate is also so much more than just a delicious indulgence. It’s a complex food with a rich history. And its myriad of components...
by Northwest Integrative Medicine | Dec 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
During a frigid meeting with a Russian diplomat in the 1880’s, Queen Victoria found herself unable to relieve the chilly hands. To warm herself, Victoria slipped her hands inside her royal robe. Her Russian counterpart leapt back, misunderstanding her movements,...
by Northwest Integrative Medicine | Nov 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
Pesky cold and flu bugs are making their rounds. As the weather shifts, so does our vulnerability to infectious viruses and bacteria infiltrating our schools, workplaces, and homes. Here are some essential tips to keep you in good health and steering clear of those...