Links

• how acupuncture works - A very clear explanation, from Chris Kresser, L.Ac., describing the benefits of acupuncture from a biomedical perspective. 4th article in a 6 part series
• how acupuncture relieves pain - 5th article in the series noted above
• acupuncture physiatrics - A style of acupuncture that I often use to treat pain conditions

• itmonline.org - Institute for Traditional Medicine
• herbmed.org- Interactive electronic herb data base
• herbalgram- American Botanical Council
• jadeinstitute.com - Oriental medicine and holistic wellness educational facility in Seattle

• omega-research.com - Very thorough resource on the many benefits of fish oil
• westonaprice.org - Weston A. Price Foundation. Excellent, but unconventional nutrition site that promotes the research of this nutrition pioneer. Dr. Price's research determined the optimum characteristics of indigenous diets
• thepaleodiet.com - Evidence based dietary theory which argues that the hunter gather diets of our ancestors will promote optimal health
• eatwild.com - Information regarding grass fed meats
• michaelpollan.com -  Michael Pollan , author of The Omnivore's Dilemma and Botany of Desire
• Unhappy Meals, Michael Pollan -  NY Times article that should be required reading in any basic nutrition class.  This page opens to his 9 basic principles of healthy eating
• Natura health products - Herbal/nutritional supplements formulated by master herbalist/nutritionist Donnie Yance MH, CN, RH (AHG), SFO
• Dr. Terry Wahls' Tedx talk - Author of "Minding Your Mitochondria" and "The Wahl's Protocol", Dr. Wahls was able to reverse her progressive MS with diet.  This talk is incredibly clear, simple and inspiring

• cancersupportivecare.com - TCM and the treatment of breast cancer
• psmerg.org - Pine Street Foundation.  Research and information from one of the most well respected Asian medical clinics in the country
• cancerdecisions.com - Conventional and alternative cancer treatment options, from Ralph Moss
• itmonline.org - Countering the side effects of conventional cancer therapy with Chinese herbs
• itmonline.org - Antioxidants, herbs, vitamins - concerns during cancer treatment?
• itmonline.org - Benefits of Chinese medicine in combination with conventional cancer treatment
• itmonline.org - Oriental perspectives on cancer and its treatment

•  stopthethyroidmadness.com - proper thyroid testing and treating

• breast cancer prevention partners - Non profit organization that examines the link between breast cancer and environmental toxin exposure
• silentspring.org - Scientific database reviewing environmental exposure and breast cancer
• toxic free future - Wa. non profit that aims to protect public health through eliminating toxic pollution
• panna.org - Pesticide action network. Very helpful resource library
• ewg.org - Environmental Working Group
• safecosmetics.org - Investigates the safety of ingredients in cosmetics
• BPA exposure in canned food - If you're questioning whether this is a viable health concern, read this report from the Breast Cancer Fund

• Nature Spirit Herbs - Family based business that hand harvests sea vegetables in the NW
• Olympia farmers market - local farmers market in Olympia, Wa

• peterattiamd.com - Longevity clinician offering evidence based nutritional interventions, techniques for optimizing sleep, exercise, mental and emotional wellbeing
• foundmyfitness.com - Rhonda Patrick, scientist and health educator with expertise in nutrition, aging and disease prevention
• stephanguyenet.com- UW obesity researcher Stephan Guyenet
• chriskresser.com - Chris is an eclectic LAc who incorporates a modified Paleo diet
• chrismasterjohnphd.com - Chris Masterjohn's blog and website
• HumanOs podcast - Sleep and lifestyle researcher Dan Pardi
• Kara Fitzgerald podcast - Dr. Fitzgerald is an expert in functional medicine
• Qiological podcast - Asian medicine, hosted by St. Louis acupuncturist Michael Max, L.Ac

Apollo Health - The Bredesen protocol, developed by Dale Bredesen, MD, offers an evidence based personalized program designed to improve cognition and reverse decline of SCI, MCI, and early Alzheimer's disease.  I have done ReCODE 1 training with Dr. Bredesen.