The Natural Nurse and Dr. Z

Host Ellen Kamhi PhD, RN, www.naturalnurse.com interviews Caroline Dow. Caroline is an award-winning Boulder, CO author (awards from BEA Latino, INATS, and Colorado Authors League) with sixteen books in print. She holds a Ph.D. in Luso-Brazilian Studies, speaks four languages, and has lived and traveled throughout Latin America and Europe. She writes both fiction and nonfiction under her name and the pen name Morwyn. Some recent nonfiction topics are tealeaf reading, the physical benefits of tea drinking, herbs, Brazilian folk religions, aromatherapy, Wicca, and Magick. She also writes Latina amateur sleuths and is working on an historical mystery set in Mexico City. We will discuss her latest book, THE HEALING POWER OF TEA.   Contact:www.carolinedowbooks.com .

Host, Dr. Eugene Zampieron, ND, www.drznaturally.com, interviews  Michael A. Smith, M.D.. Dr Smith  is an author and nationally-known media personality. He is also a blogger, radio talk show host, creates and conducts webinars and appears in informational health and wellness videos. His engaging ability to present complex medical topics, be it inflammation, diabetes, migraines, food sensitivity or weight management, in a clear, conversational manner has won him a sizable following of anti-aging and disease-prevention enthusiasts.Also known as “Dr. Mike,” he is heard on numerous syndicated national health television and radio shows. He is a graduate of the University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. On today's show we will be discussing Dr. Mikes new book,MY SUPPLEMENT PYRAMID.  Contact: www.MySupplementPyramid.com 

Host, Dr. Eugene Zampierion, ND, interviews Dr. Peter Bongiorno, ND. Peter Bongiorno is co-medical director of InnerSource Natural Health and Acupuncture , a thriving practice with two clinics in New York.   Dr. Bongiorno was a pre-doctoral fellow at the National Institutes of Health, at the National Institute of Mental Health’s department of Clinical Neuroendocrinolgy, and he also researched at Yale University in the department of pharmacology before training at Bastyr University in naturopathic medicine and acupuncture. Dr. Bongiorno teaches integrative medicine elective at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and at the Natural Gourmet Institute in New York City.  He is an expert blogger for Psychology Today, and has appeared multiple times on national FOX news programs. He is President of the NY Association of Naturopathic Physicians and was chosen naturopathic physician of the year in New YorkState in 2008.Dr. Bongiorno is a major contributor to the Textbook of Natural Medicine and authored the textbook Healing Depression: Integrated Naturopathic and Conventional Therapies for Depression . His latest book is How Come They’re Happy and I’m Not - The Complete Natural Program for Healing Depression for Good (Red Wheel / Conari) which can be found on Amazon. Contact:  www.InnerSourceHealth.com and  www.drpeterbongiorno.com.  

Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD RN, www.naturalnurse.com interviews Master Herbalist Steven Horne. Steven Horne is a professional member and past president of the American Herbalists Guild (AHG) and a professional member of and certified instructor for the International Iridology Practitioner’s Association (IIPA).  He is the author of numerous books and courses on herbs and natural healing, including his latest release, Modern Herbal Medicine (co-authored with Thomas Easley). He is the president of The School of Modern Herbal Medicine, located in St. George, UT. Contact: Contact Information:The School of Modern Herbal Medicinehttp://ModernHerbalMedicine.com

Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, AHG, AHN-BC, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Mr. Bob Oley, PE, MSPH. Bob Oley is a Lyme Tick-Borne Disease Prevention Expert and Public Health Consultant. Oley has been involved in public health work for more than 30 years. Early in his career he served as Director of Environmental Health for the City of Stamford, CT. For the last four years, Oley has worked in Pennsylvania and the surrounding areas as a Public Health Consultant specializing in tick-borne disease prevention. An important aspect of his consulting work involves advising families and businesses on how to make their properties safer from ticks, and on what personal protection measures can be taken to safeguard family members and workers. Oley conducts educational seminars on Lyme disease and tick-borne disease prevention and has spoken before such diverse groups as the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and the Montgomery County Public Works Association, to name a few. Oley has also appeared on several radio shows, including You Bet Your Garden (NPR), Sirius XM Doctor Radio and the Magic Garden Show, where he has shared his knowledge on tick-borne diseases and prevention. Contact: www.tdballiance.org

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Ellen Kamhi, PhD , RN.www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Jed Schwartz about HEALTH IS IN YOUR HANDS, Jin Shin Jyutsu. Jed graduated from the University of Maryland’s School of Physical Therapy in 1977, specializing in Pediatric Rehabilitation. In High School Jed became interested in alternative methods to help heal the body and began a journey to discover modalities that he could use to help others. In 1981 he met Mary Burmeister and the Art of Jin Shin Jyutsu. His search had ended and just begun with the Art of Jin Shin Jyutsu. The awaking that the truth lay inside oneself drew Jed to this Art which brought together all of the other studies he had done. Jed became a practitioner of Jin Shin Jyutsu in 1984 and discontinued his work in Physical Therapy in 1987 in order to commit to a full time study and practice. In 1995 he was selected to be on the faculty of the Jin Shin Jyutsu Inc., and is one of 25 international instructors. Jed has taught classes in North and South America, Europe, the Middle East and New Zealand. He continues to have a full-time Jin Shin Jyutsu practice in New York City and Woodstock, New York. Contact:https://www.jsjinc.net

Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Ric Scalzo, one of North America’s most  respected herbalists and botanical researchers, with more than 25 years of clinical and practical experience with herbal medicines.  After studying herbal medicine at the School of Natural Healing under Dr. John Christopher, Ric practiced as a clinical herbalist in New England. He regularly teaches herbal classes, interfaces with the media, and lectures nationally on herbal topics. Ric Scalzo is the co-author of Herbal Solutions for Healthy Living, a groundbreaking herbal repertory and therapeutic dispensatory guide to the safe and effective use of medicinal herbs that has sold more than a quarter of a million copies. He also co-authored Traditional Medicines from the Earth, a compendium of formulations that are effective herbal solutions for healthy living, and is the publisher and contributing author of the Protocol Journal of Botanical Medicine. In addition, Ric is a lifelong student of Vedic philosophy and spiritual practices. Ric Scalzo holds an honorary Doctorate in Naturopathy from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona, and received a Master Herbalist degree in 1982 from the School of Natural Healing. Ric also founded Gaia Herbal Research Institute, which, along with its publishing arm Herbal Research Publications, has contributed extensively to the quality and proliferation of herbal literacy in the United States. Contact:  http://gaiaherbs.com

Hosts,  Dr. Eugene Zampieron, Naturopathic Physician and Master Herbalist, www.drznaturally.com and Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, AHG, AHN-BC,  www.naturalnurse.com, discuss career paths in Natural Health. Many consumers and patients call to inquire about how they might pursue a path in Natural Health. In today’s show, The Natural Nurse and Dr. Z share their personal stories of how they became involved in Natural Health , as practitioners, authors , University Professors and media personalities. They will also explain the many paths that are available in terms of professional training for someone who would like to get involved in this field, and give specific contact information to schools, programs and organizations where  you can begin the search to become a licensed Natural Health Care Provider.Contact: www.drznaturally.com    www.naturalnurse.com

Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, www.naturalnurse.com,  interviews Dr. Ajay Goel. Dr Goel  is Director of Epigenetics and Cancer Prevention at the Gastrointestinal Cancer Research Lab at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, TX. He has spent 20 years researching cancer and has been the lead author or contributor to over 100 scientific articles published in peer reviewed international journals and several book chapters. He is currently researching the prevention of gastrointestinal cancers using integrative and alternative approaches, including botanical products. Two of the primary botanicals he is investigating are curcumin (from turmeric) and boswellia. Dr. Goel is a member of the American Association for Cancer Research and the American Gastroenterology Association and is on the international editorial boards of World Journal of Gastroenterology and World Journal of Gastrointestinal Oncology. He also performs peer-reviewing activities for almost 50 scientific journals, as well serves on various grant funding committees of the National Institutes of Health.

Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, AHG, AHN-BC interviews Dr Holly Lucille, ND.   Dr. Holly Lucille, a.k.a. “Dr. Holly,” is a nationally recognized and licensed practicing naturopathic doctor, and television radio host. An acclaimed expert in the field of integrative medicine, Dr. Holly lectures throughout the nation on natural health topics. On todays show, they will discuss Dr. Holly’s book, The Healing Power of Trauma Comfrey, about how comfrey offers a safe, effective and simple way to address, sprains, strains, wounds, and back pain. For hundreds of years, no Materia Medica was complete without detailed instructions on how to use comfrey, and medical journals carried stories of near-miraculous healings. In this book, Dr Holly introduces modern audiences to the old time traditional remedy.   Contact:www.drHollyLucille.com   www.facebook.com/drHollyLucille

Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, AHG, AHN-BC, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Mark Mincolla, Ph.D.Mark Mincolla is a natural health care practitioner who has transformed the lives of many thousands of people over the past 30 years. Mark has ingeniously integrated ancient Chinese energy techniques with cutting edge nutritional science in what has become his innovative Electromagnetic Muscle Testing system (EMT).  The main focus of his integrated east-west approach is what he calls Acutrition, as it zeros in on each individual’s unique nutritional needs. Mark continues to practice his world renowned work and deliver his passionate healing message to the public through his practice at Santi Holistic Healing, books, television and radio shows,  seminars and  his website. On todays show, Mark will discuss his newest book,WHOLE HEALTH: A Holistic Approach to Healing for the 21st Century. Contact: www.markmincolla.com

Host, Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, AHG, AHN-BC, www.naturalnurse.com interviews Professional Herbalist,  Emily Ruff .  Emily is the Director of the Florida School of Holistic Living and the Florida Herbal Conference. A community herbalist and health educator, her studies have taken her around three continents where she has studied under indigenous healers of many traditions. Returning to the United States, she completed apprenticeships with  admired Western herbalists, including Rosemary Gladstar, Carolyn Whitford, and George D’Arcy. The roots of her study were passed down during her childhood wandering the wilderness of Central Florida with her father, a botanist and professor, and digging in the soil with her grandfather, an urban farmer.Emily’s academic studies include Ethnobotany at the University of Central Florida and Flower Essences through the Bach Foundation. Emily is a frequently published author, and lectures throughout Florida and the United States. In 2004, Emily launched her product line, Orenda Herbal, to provide her community with quality herbal preparations formulated with organic and locally grown ingredients. Emily’s classes have been described as “heart-filled,” “empowering,” “intellectually dynamic,” and “joyful,” and provide a bridge between the teachings of our ancestors and the technologies of our modern world. Contact:   www.floridaherbalconference.organd holisticlivingschool.org

Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, AHG, AHN-BC,www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Nutritionist Brenda Watson.For more than 20 years, Brenda Watson, C.N.C. has dedicated her career to helping people achieve vibrant, lasting health through improved digestive function. A dynamic health advocate, she is among the foremost authorities in America today on optimum nutrition and digestion, natural detoxification methods, and herbal internal cleansing. ANew York Timesbest-selling author and seven books later, Brenda continues to educate people about the digestive connection to total-body health. Brenda’s high-energy, no-nonsense approach to bodily functions has made her a popular presenter on PBS and a frequent health expert on national television. Her fifth PBS special, “Heart of Perfect Health” currently airs nationally. For more informationvisit,http://www.brendawatson.com

FLU SHOT OR NOT?Join Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, AHG, AHN-BC to find out information about the safety, efficacy, ingredients and politics of the ‘FLU SHOT”. Have you had one? Why or why not, what has been your experience. Dr. Kamhi will also share a specific NATURAL FLU Protection Protocol that you can use to improve your natural defenses. Contact:www.facebook.com/NaturalNursewww.naturalnurse.com 800-828-0918