Would you be interested in a non-drug, non supplement that could decrease anxiety, provide pain relief from things such as arthritis, fibromyalgia and multiple sclerosis, and more? Something that would increase your immune sys... more

Leaf buds are emerging and shades of green are returning to the lawn. For many, these changes mean summer is getting closer. For those who suffer from pollen allergies it represents the approach of runny noses, sneezing, and itc... more

The hot mineral water at White Sulphur Springs has been attracting people for hundreds of years, and last month, the owners of the Spa Hot Springs in this small Montana town celebrated the addition of a few new twists on a favorite... more

Scientists now believe muscle loss begins at age 25. Even if we eat exactly the same food, we will gain weight, because our metabolism slows down and muscle mass declines. But this undesirable progression can be turned arou... more

A new study suggests eating baked or broiled fish may help fight the brain shrinkage and cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers from University of Pittsburgh Medical Center tracked fish consumption a... more

It is actually good to get a cold once a year and flu every two to three years. It is a tune up to the immune system. That being said, it does not feel like a good thing while we are sick. There are natural therapies we can ... more

Ever wondered why tomatoes fresh from the garden taste so much better than store bought tomatoes? The reason is they have more vital nutrients. Once produce is picked the nutrients begin to degrade. Eating locally grown prod... more

In May, over 1,750 health institutions and professionals from all 50 states published full-page newspaper ads across the country calling on McDonald's CEO Jim Skinner to stop targeting kids with its advertising and promotions. (O... more

I have a 77 year-old female client who suffered a brain aneurism 11 years ago. I have been working with her for six years now —and what an amazing journey this has been for the both of us. In the beginning she could follow ba... more

The sun exposure, high eslevation, and dry climate of southwestern Montana take a toll on our skin. This, combined with decreased collagen production as we age increases wrinkles and can make us look older than we are. When ... more

Hair loss and thinning can be a serious self-esteem issue for both men and women. Toupees, wigs, Rogaine, Propecia, hair plugs, and hair replacement surgery are some of the common treatments. The source of another treatment ... more

I recently had the pleasure of sharing philosophies and techniques for helping people recover from spinal injuries with Jeff Moore from Excel Physical Therapy here in Bozeman. I met Jeff through the usual friend-of-a-friend n... more

The last time our nation assessed the risks of hospitals was in 1999. The Institute of Medicine found that between 44,000 and 98,000 patients died each year from medical mistakes. Around a million others suffered injuries... more

The latest research is showing certain common beverages increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and other chronic conditions. Diet soda, energy drinks, and sugary fruit drinks all are detrimental to our health... more

Your body is an amazing piece of evolution that is always adapting to its environment. By environment, I am not only referring to the physical surroundings in which your body resides on a daily (and nightly) basis, but also t... more

How does your gut look when you look down? Put your hands on it and feel it — is it the size and shape you want it to be? If not, what has been your previous notion of what it takes to get it in shape? Quick and simple routin... more

We inherit our genes from our parents. Genes are coding sections of DNA that determine what we look like, our ability levels, and whether we develop certain diseases or not. We have been taught that we are victims of our gen... more

We tend to think of exposure to environmental pollution as an outdoor activity. According to the EPA, we are exposed to at least 2-5 times more pollution inside the home than outside. The effects of this are often worse in t... more

You are going to die. I know this is not what you want to hear from your doctor, but it is true. We are all going to die. Death is a natural part of life and there is no getting out of it. The sooner we accept this fact, the... more

First of all, sit up straight and pull your shoulders back. And if your one of those who doesn’t connect “shoulders back” with “shoulder blades squeezed together,”squeeze your shoulder blades together. How does that feel? Now... more

I touched on what I believe is the key component to our current attitude about death just briefly in the last article. It is a consciousness of the human brain that it is going to die, and it has an awareness of a component a... more

Potatoes are a staple of the American menu. Fried, baked, boiled, mashed, and scalloped, they accompany our breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks. They are vegetables and we are told to eat more vegetables, so we do not g... more

There has been a lot of death around me lately. Maybe it's not 'easy' but, the lessons learned are incredibly life giving, lively and, dare I say, healthy. My first experience with death occurred when I was eight, when my eig... more

Apall, disgust, and sadness are just a few emotions that surfaced while watching the battle of calories consumed versus calories expended on the latest episode of “Biggest Loser.” Vomit and remorse lingered on the lips of s... more

Colds and flues are making their way through the Gallatin Valley. Fevers are often associated with viral infections. Should you or a loved one succumb to the viral invaders this cold and flu season, remember a fever is a GOO... more

Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the US and Montana, according to the CDC and the Montana Department of Public Health. One of the main contributors of heart disease is chronic inflammation and an imbalance in ess... more

Although scientists are not 100% clear on the reason influenza is seasonal, colder temperatures, drier air, less sunlight, and increased time indoors are all contributing factors. With the passing of the autumnal equinox, ... more

I choose not to participate in fear-based advertising. So every time an “On Star” real-life-scenario, or Montana is ‘Dead Last in Immunizations’, or the Meth ads play on the radio I switch channels. Most everywhere there is a... more

I hate running. I was watching this lady run toward me on the road the other day as I was driving home and her left lower leg was swinging out of alignment by about 20 degrees, looking like knee surgery was not far away. After ha... more

What do you think the number one reason for low back pain is in the United States? In 1991 I wrote an article for Muscle and Fitness magazine about a 10-minute system of exercises I had developed for a chiropractor and a neuro... more

We tend to think of physical factors like food and environmental pollutants as affecting our health. The effects of these do accumulate over time and can lead to chronic diseases. The effects of thoughts also accumulate over... more

What do steroids and silicone have in common? ‘Fixing’ a human body from the outside to make the ego on the inside feel better. Separating who you really are from your human brain and body is a longer discussion for a later a... more

Summer is finally here. The prospect of playing outside in the warm sun is just as exciting for parents as it is for kids. As much as we try to prevent them, accidents and owees happen. Here are some easy home remedies for c... more

I can’t tell you how many times I have heard, “Wow, if I had known I was going to feel this good, I would have started working out 30 years ago!” But I can tell you the first time I heard it. He was a retired forestry ranger ... more

After 31 years in the fitness business and experiencing 25,000 hours of training people like you, would you like to hear what I now believe is the answer to sustainable fitness? Relieving personal stress. The stress that we p... more

We sleep at night. Night is dark. It seems pretty simple and logical, so where is the problem. The problem is we have made the night less dark, which affects our sleep and hormone balance. Streetl... more

We appear to be losing ground in America’s ‘Battle of the Bulge.’ The percentage of Americans who work out today on a regular basis is less than it was 30 years ago. Most Americans believe they are ‘too busy’ to make time for... more

Many people take daily vitamins to improve their health. While vitamins are essential to our health, the source of the vitamins determines the benefits reaped. The majority of the vitamins found in stores are synthetic or fr... more

Spring is a time of initiative, growth, and focus. In Classical Chinese Medicine, spring is associated with the liver. The liver is the metabolic workhorse of the body. One of its main jobs is to detoxify the body. The liver... more

Nerves are like wires. They conduct an electrical signal from one area of the body to another. Multiple sclerosis, or MS, is an autoimmune condition where the immune system makes antibodies that attack the myelin sheath of n... more

Our friends play an essential role in our lives. They are there to share in the laughter of good times and provide support through the tough times. Good friends help us learn and grow as people. Studies hav... more

The body’s ability to become temporarily inflamed is a healing mechanism, but chronic inflammation leads to tissue damage. Chronic inflammation is found in many chronic diseases including heart disease, cancer, diabetes, art... more

Fats are essential nutrients for our health that we need to eat every day. Fat is used as a source of fuel, especially for the heart, forms cell membranes, is needed to absorb vitamins A, D, E, and K, affects digestion, and c... more

I knew it would happen when I took the job in the Community Food Co-op’s Wellness Department — I got hooked on supplements and body care products. This is a secret however, so please don’t tell my husband Matt (although I suppose th... more

Recently, a friend was telling me how stressed and irritable he felt due to workload, the economy and the general daily fear factor coming across the media. The combination was creating additional feelings of uneasiness a... more

With healthcare at the forefront of national headlines, it’s important to ask: “What exactly is healthcare?” As a Naturopathic Doctor, my definition of healthcare is: “a comprehensive system designed to support a pers... more

A research project at Montana State University may help shape future health programs for rural areas around the country. MSU Extension Food and Nutrition, 4-H, and MSU's Department of Psychology have received a $1.5 million f... more

Wouldn’t we all like to have a fresh approach to losing weight? In America, 64% of us are overweight and an additional 30% have over 20 pounds to lose. We all know people whose dietary habits contribute to their weight gain. But... more

What's in your bottle? BPA? Funky coatings? Petroleum-based toxins? Other weird stuff? Recent media coverage of the dangers of Bisphenol A (BPA) may have you wondering what’s in the ubiquitous plastic (or aluminum) water bottle, and what you can d... more