Articles by Shari Barbanel
SharePractice Now Builds Global Medical Consensus on the Web
SharePractice recently announced that physicians can now access the popular iOS platform through the web. The new web browser version of the integrative medicine app will allow doctors who use a desktop computer or iPad while seeing patients to consult SharePractice in their workflow at the point of care, without having to reach for their ...
NCNM to Offer Undergrad Degrees
The National College of Natural Medicine (NCNM, Portland, OR) will begin offering undergraduate programs—a Bachelor of Science in Integrative Health Sciences and a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition. NCNM received approval to begin both programs in Fall 2016 from the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, the regional accreditation agency for post-secondary educational institutions recognized ...
USP Congratulates Dr. Tieraona Low Dog, Recipient of the AHPA Herbal Insight Award
The United States Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) congratulates Dr. Tieraona Low Dog, recipient of the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) Herbal Insight Award. The award recognizes substantive, positive contributions to the herbal products industry. In naming Dr. Low Dog, AHPA noted her contributions in the area of botanical supplements and their uses. Dr. Low Dog is ...
Vital Nutrients Trademarks Ultra Pure Fish Oil
Vital Nutrients (Middletown, CT) has officially been granted trademark for its Ultra Pure Fish Oil products from the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Ultra Pure Fish Oils are sourced from highly sustainably-caught fish naturally low in toxins and refined through triple molecular distillation, which removes impurities without any chemical solvents. Each batch is tested ...
A Path to Healthy Digestion
A healthy digestive system may be the key to overall wellness. Healthy digestion is essential. It is as simple as that. When the body is under digestive distress, a person may encounter symptoms, such as abdominal pain and discomfort, bloating, heartburn, constipation or diarrhea. Digestive issues can result from a number of factors, including eating ...
High Cholesterol, Triglycerides Can Keep Vitamin E From Reaching Body Tissues
In the continuing debate over how much vitamin E is enough, a new study has found that high levels of blood lipids such as cholesterol and triglycerides can keep this essential micronutrient tied up in the blood stream, and prevent vitamin E from reaching the tissues that need it. The research, just published in the American ...
Bastyr University’s Master of Science in Ayurvedic Sciences Now Open to Licensed Massage Therapists
Licensed massage therapists have a new option for meeting the increasing client demand for ayurvedic treatments and bodywork. Bastyr University’s Master of Science in Ayurvedic Sciences, is now accepting applications for its fall 2015 class. Previously open only to licensed medical professionals such as doctors and nurses, the program was recently revamped to allow qualified ...
Orcas International Announces Formal Name Change to Orcas Naturals
Orcas International (Landing, NJ) has announced its formal name change to Orcas Naturals, which took effect on March 1, 2015, to better reflect the company’s refocus on its core business of natural ingredients. Orcas would also like to announce the recent acquisition of Unique Encapsulation (UET), a manufacturing partner for product development, and is considered ...
Vital Nutrients Student Appreciation Program
Vital Nutrients (Middletown, CT) is committed to promoting the credibility and success of current and future health care professionals. In addition to regular donations made to colleges and universities across the country, the company offers special programs for both students and recent graduates. All Vital Nutrients’ approved students enrolled in an accredited health care program ...
NANP to Host Annual Conference & Expo
The National Association of Nutrition Professionals (NANP) will host its Annual Conference & Expo at the Crowne Plaza in St. Paul, MN on April 30-May 3. This year’s conference theme, “Revealing the Science behind Holistic Nutrition,” will focus on the science that supports the use of holistic nutrition interventions in clinical practice. Dr. Edward Bauman, ...
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