MESOSELIOMA MESOMARK BLOOD TESTThe Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the MESOMARK assay to help monitor response to treatment in malignant mesothelioma patients. The MESOMARK test signifies the beginning of a new era in monitoring mesothelioma malignancies," said Dr. W. Jeffrey Allard, vice president and chief scientific officer of Fujirebio D
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I was in San Diego taking a flight back to Virginia when I heard about this thing called Swine Flu.Some would say California was ground zero for this outbreak in the US. I didn’t think much about it until I arrived home to learn the outbreak was spreading at high speed.Now I’m not much for mainstream media hype, but this thing was growing like cr
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By Dr. Nicole SundeneOne day a student from UW Med School followed me around on my Bastyr Internship Rounds and said, “is being a Naturopathic Doctor all about fish oil and probiotics?”To which I responded, “pretty much.”As much as this is a little tongue in cheek humor for my colleagues, I hope you all will [...]
By Dr. Nicole SundeneI had to “product test” Safeway.com’s option to have groceries delivered and was quite pleased by the experience!First of all let’s give mad Props to delivery man Jeff that was friendly and walked me through the process, suggesting that in the future I click the option to allow for substitutions because if [...]
Nothing is more important to us than protecting our children. Which is precisely why we’re huge fans of Environmental Working Group (EWG.org).Feeding our children should be about choosing first foods, messy bibs, and learning to use a cup - not keeping tabs on scientifc research to avoid harmful chemicals like bisphenol-A (BPA).We want EWG at [...]
A Naturopathic Physician will address your health care complaints from a “whole person” perspective with the holistic goal to improve your overall functioning from a mind, body, and spirit approach.Although Naturopath’s are licensed to prescribe medications, most follow a “Therapeutic Order” which involves using therapeutic diet and lifestyle improvemen
Mark your calenders! June 6th is the Bastyr Herb Fair!Our own “Doc Martin” - Eric Martin, Acupuncturist and master herbalist, will be leading herb walks at this year’s 11th Annual Bastyr Herb Fair! I probably won’t be there because I don’t like crowds of people… and already know it all! (Just kidding). Anyway, this is a [...]
By Dr. Selena EonAs a physician, I don’t encourage drinking alcoholic beverages in the early stages of the gluten-free diet—please give your gut time to heal before adding alcohol to your diet. However, consumption of alcoholic beverages can be part of a healthful gluten-free diet for many, so long as the beverages chosen are gluten-free [...]
If you or your physician suspect that you might have a food allergy you can follow these basic guidelines to best determine the food that is the culprit.Symptoms of food allergies can be insidious or immediate and include symptoms such as: skin rashes, dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, irritable bowel syndrome, fatigue, suppressed immune
By Dr. Nicole Sundene“If I could turn back time….”  name that tune!The fountain of youth is not that difficult to find. Really it is inside of all of us. It simply starts with making the better decisions when at all possible.Let’s face it, nobody wants to BE old, nobody wants to LOOK old, and most [...]
By Dr. Nicole SundeneYesterday we were talking about Fat Burning Flip Flops, and today we are going to make sure that you are working out in the fat burning zone, because as Fitness Trainer Bonnie Pfiester said in one of her last articles we need to “Make Our Workout Time Count.”How to Calculate Your Fat [...]
“I Want You So Bad” By The Beatles“Here Comes the Sun”  By The BeatlesIn order to view the above videos if viewing from my newsletter, you will have to click the title “Beatles and Bipolarism” in your newsletter to go straight to the article. (Sorry the video doesn’t show up! I’m not that smart yet [...]
By Dr. Nicole SundeneAs I promised in my article, “It’s Hair Growing Season People!” we are all growing our hair out for Wigs for Kids (they only need 8”)! So I am going to talk about the best natural medicines for growing healthy, strong, shiny hair, super fast. After all we want those wigs looking good!Spring and [...]
Designer Protein Ult. Whey French VanillaBy Dr. Nicole SundeneThis is my favorite brand of protein powder, as I discussed in my article, “Fourteen Ways to Unleash your Inner Fabulosity.” I am sure there are a ton of other great protein powders from Jarrow, and the other supplement companies that pass independent quality assurance at [...]
Author: Dr. Nicole SundeneLast week on American Idol, many of us assumed it would be Danny vs Adam in the final showdown, until he was eliminated in a sudden and heart wrenching moment.Tonight on American Idol we finally determine the Idol of season eight! Will it be Adam or will it be Kris?I had been rooting [...]
Author: Dr. Nicole SundeneLast week on American Idol, many of us assumed it would be Danny vs Adam in the final showdown, until he was eliminated in a sudden and heart wrenching moment.Tonight on American Idol we finally determine the Idol of season eight! Will it be Adam or will it be Kris?I had been rooting [...]
Author: Tara MClintickIs autism a genetic condition?The scientific evidence definitely shows genetics are involved. The fact that males are diagnosed at a ratio of 4:1 to females points to a genetic piece. Identical twins having a higher concordance than fraternal twins also shows genetic significance.Genetics are not the end of the story, however.The more
Author: Tara MClintickIs autism a genetic condition?The scientific evidence definitely shows genetics are involved. The fact that males are diagnosed at a ratio of 4:1 to females points to a genetic piece. Identical twins having a higher concordance than fraternal twins also shows genetic significance.Genetics are not the end of the story, however.The more
By Dr. Nicole SundeneSomeone asked how to get cheap vitamins after reading my article “How To Get Free Prescription Drugs.” Now I can’t get you free vitamins, as I discussed in that article, but I can teach you a simple trick that I use to save money on natural medicines.Getting high quality stuff for the [...]
By Dr. Nicole SundeneSomeone asked how to get cheap vitamins after reading my article “How To Get Free Prescription Drugs.” Now I can’t get you free vitamins, as I discussed in that article, but I can teach you a simple trick that I use to save money on natural medicines.Getting high quality stuff for the [...]
As we consider how to change healthcare, we might want to try to do this slowly. You can find Steps 1 through 3 at this site or at my blog at http://lipspeak.blogspot.com/Price is a function of supply and demand. This is true of healthcare and health insurance. Every participant, even the government, must make a [...]
By Dr. Jim Tabios, PhDFibromyalgia is a widely misunderstood and sometimes misdiagnosed chronic condition, commonly characterized by widespread muscle pain, fatigue, concentration issues, and sleep problems.According to the National Fibromyalgia Association, it affects an estimated 10 million people, mainly women, in the United States alone.The severity of f
by Jeremy Dion1. Keep it fun – nothings shuts down one’s inherent musical expression like a drill sergeant for a “teacher.”Goof around, laugh, and know when enough is enough. Sometimes effective practice is done before the egg timer goes off.2. Play music in the home – make sure [...]
By Dr. Nicole SundeneI kept seeing these Fit Flops everywhere, even on my own website, and curiosity finally got the best of me.So I just ordered a pair of these “Fit Flops” to um…er… “product test” for Weight Loss Month.  Which is now every month, since 1 in 3 Amercians are obese.  I’ll take every [...]
“Researchers Find First Signs of Autism Even in Infancy.”Upon hearing this title, I immediately thought of a baby’s first year of life. In my personal experience, my son’s first year was smooth sailing except for some “annoying” ear infections and food allergies.It was the second year of his life, around 14-17 months (as mentioned), when [...
The health-care finals started in Washington this week with the Obama home team hosting the all-stars who have made the American medical system one of the most expensive and least effective in the world.The name of the game is cooperation as insurers, drug makers, hospitals et al come to the White House reportedly to announce [...]
Personally I’m not a fan of the patchouli smell in general, but thought I would share this reader comment, just so Patchouli has a fair shot in the herbal limelight. ~Dr. NicoleHi Kat:Thanks for recommending some great affordable natural beauty products!I especially am enjoying the Aura Cacia aromatherapy line.I absolutely love the ‘orange patcho
One Dad’s Story about AutismWhen our daughter was born, I was the most proud daddy in the world. As I am sure you have read in other stories about autism, she was doing very well until she turned about 18 months. That was when we noticed that she was losing words and when she stopped [...]
By Bobbie LaingFor anyone wanting to plant an organic fruit and vegetable garden, Julie Villani’s book, Organic Food Gardening Beginners Manual is an excellent resource. Whether you are a beginner or just want some advice on your existing garden, you will find step-by-step instructions and some valuable advice on every aspect of home gardening in [...]
By Dr. Nicole SundeneHappy Teacher Appreciation Week Everyone!Who is Your Teacher?Did you know that even adults have teachers?We may not knowingly be matriculated into the curriculum, but LIFE is teaching us so many things.In my opinion, disease is an amazing teacher.Whether chronic or acute, disease is the only way the body can send us messages.My [...]
By Dr. P., Piero D.D.S.Cleaning your teeth helps keep your immune system healthy.Respiratory infections can be caught at any time of the year.The standard advice for the prevention of these sicknesses is to wash your hands and keep your immune system healthy by eating properly and exercising regularly.Washing your hands is one way of keeping [...]
By Dr. Nicole SundeneSince everyone is always asking me questions, I thought I would turn it around on my readers for a change. Can you please help me understand something that I am absolutely baffled by?!??!!Why is there SO Much Hate Around Autism?When I first thought about hosting “Autism Awareness Month” at the kitchen table, [...]
No, no, no… this is not a nag about STD’s and dating today, people!This is a guest post from my favorite Relationship Columnist, and dear friend, “Miss Matchmaker” herself.She has worked as a social worker, therapist, and has been a professional Matchmaker for the largest Matchmaking company on the Gulf Coast for the past 13 [...]
Is there a more tragic — yet hope-inducing — story than Connie Culp’s? In September 2004, the attractive woman’s husband shot her squarely in the face in a murder-suicide. He died. She didn’t. But her suffering continued, in more ways than one.The shot blew away the center of her face. But now — a [...]
By Dr. Nicole SundeneSince I am a doctor of a younger Facebooking generation, I understand social networking like Facebook, Myspace, Friendster, Twitter and so forth, better than the average bear.I also use a few of them myself to promote Kitchen Table Medicine.At a recent family gathering the topic of kids on Facebook came up.As [...]
Okay kitchen table readers -  May is weight loss month, so if this shrimp can run on a treadmill…then so can you! Better yet, get out there on those sunny spring days and hit the pavement.~Dr. NicoleShare This
Dear Readers,Thank you for giving me some fan mail to open up at the kitchen table…keep it coming people!Nothing inspires me to research and write like a reader emailing me to share how a simple tip has changed their life.Oftentimes I read and research till the wee hours.  If you enjoy reading Kitchen Table Medicine [...]
How much time on earth is enough? How good does it have to be? What price are we willing to pay for it?For decades, Americans have been debating when life begins, but now come the questions about the last days, as Barack Obama raises the hard fact that “those toward the end of their lives [...]
By Dr. Nicole SundeneIf you want to see health care reform, and if you blog for health care reform please re-post the following press release on your website, share with friends, family, and well…everyone that will listen!  You can even include my introductory spiel, or make your own. Please just share the word!Doctors are fighting [...]
By Dr. Nicole Sundene“Tamiflu!!!! I want Tamiflu NOW NOW NOW!!!!” ~Shouted at a Telephone Triage Nurse YesterdayFor those of you that are new readers to Kitchen Table Medicine, please keep in mind that I have been described to have a “very dry” if not “seriously warped” sense of humor.So if you want the boring ol’ [...]
For a success story involving autism and the GFCF diet, read Jake’s Story.By Dr. Selena Eon, NDThe prevalence of autistic spectrum disorders appears to be increasing, either through increased incidence or through better diagnosis.Currently, there is no known cause, and no known cure.Without a known cure, desperate families are turning to a variety of p
Since it is “Autism Awareness Month” I have gathered together all my favorite autism experts to add their two cents to the topic. Dr. KC Kelly is a psychotherapist who has many years of experience in helping autistic children and their families.If you are a stressed parent of a child diagnosed on the autism [...]
Samuel Fisher Wessels was born on January 19, 2002. He was literally an answer to prayer.Oh yes, I’d prayed long and hard for little Sam Wessels. I wanted so badly to have a child, and I wanted just as badly for my husband to have a son. Quite frankly, neither of us [...]
By Tanya DuttonI took my boys to the doctor because my youngest son was sick. After less than five minutes in the exam room, the doctor turned to me and said “Mom, it is your other son you need to be concerned with. I think he may have autism.”That moment will be embedded in my [...]
Now that it appears that the swine flu has officially reached “crisis” proportions that requires a White House response, I started looking for background information on the virus. This Washington Post article has a good timeline.In short, the first known victim died April 12th, Mexico identified something unusual was going on by April 16th and [.
Joe Windish has already been covering this for you, but I wanted to share a few thoughts on the looming prospect of an influenza pandemic. Reports are already reaching us this morning that eleven people have died in Mexico, but people are recovering from the disease at a few locations in the United States, specifically [...]
UPDATE: ScienceBlogs:There will be an update from CDC later today and WHO’s expert committee established under the new International Health Regulations (IHR) meets via teleconference this morning North American east coast time at 10 am (4 pm Geneva time) to consider whether the swine flu situation merits declaring it “a public health event of internat
Is there anything you would like to know about acupuncture?Well today is your lucky day, as I interviewed Eric Martin, LAC one of Bastyr Clinic’s finest acupuncturists.On top of that, Eric is a walking Rolodex of herbal information. I first met Eric in an advanced Botany class, as he was one of the teachers [...]
By Bobbie LaingDoes your life need some reorganization? If you are like me, the answer is probably yes.Americans are some of the most “stressed” people in our world today. We work hard, play hard, and fill our schedules full from the time we hit the floor in the morning until we tumble into bed at [...]
By Dr. Nicole SundeneSpring and summer is the best time to grow hair, and the other day when I asked my normally professional looking friend what was up with his new hippie hairdo I hadn’t seen since college, he said “Wigs for Kids!”“It’s really tough to still look professional while conducting an important business meeting….but [...]
By MarinI was born healthy in NYC and at that time, nobody knew that there was anything different. However, when I was a toddler, I wasn’t walking or talking, nor did I hit any of the usual developmental milestones.I don’t remember any of this obviously, but my mom tells me. She kept taking me to [...]
Autism Treatment Center of America: The Son-Rise ProgramBy Tara McClintickParents and others who care for and work with children with special needs will find The Autism Treatment Center of America to be a breath of fresh air. Located in Sheffield, Massachusetts at The Option Institute, the program is designed to support and inspire adults [...]
By Dr. Nicole SundeneI was just reading this article by Jim Carey on vaccines and started thinking….Wouldn’t you love to be a fly on the wall at Jim Carey and Jenny McCarthy’s house? I have always been a fan of both of theirs and am delighted to see that they found each other.Nothing makes [...]
By Tara McClintickI’ve always LOVED kids. Unlike most of my friends who weren’t sure what route they wanted to take in life, I was confident in my choice to become an Early Childhood Teacher.My first post-college position was to teach a preschool class for the County MR/DD program. It was here I was [...]
By Tara McClintickSon-Rise is the true story of Raun Kaufman who, as a child, displayed all the symptoms of and was diagnosed with severe autism.“Bears” and Samahria Kaufman had two daughters prior to the birth of Raun, and had been learning how to explore their beliefs to become happier people. The Option Process is [...]
By Dr. Nicole SundeneMeet my new fav exercise device.  The Wave!As a recovering infomercial addict I was hesitant to buy and then talk about my new favorite thing.I bought it despite my friend’s laughter, and secretly played on it for a few weeks before coming out of the closet.I was as tight lipped about this [...]
By Dr. Scott OlsonWhile the number of children with autism continues to climb, the reason for this devastating disease has remained a mystery.A central mechanism (or a theory that explains the entire disease) has been elusive, but Russell Blaylock MD, author of Excitotoxins, has recently authored scientific articles that support the notion that autism may [.
By Gretchen WilsonWhen my grandson was four years old, we went through a very difficult time.  He is both autistic and blind, and I really thought placement in a foster home would help me to care for him and keep him safe while I dealt with a few situations. Unfortunately I was wrong. In foster [...]
By Debi Tyree HaneyI had a normal pregnancy with my second daughter, the only exception being that I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes at week 34 of pregnancy. In July of 1999 I gave birth to a 7lb, 13oz baby girl named Allie. For the entire 9 months following her birth, she cooed, babbled, reached [...]
My name is Kelly, and I am the very proud mom of a beautiful little boy named Seth. He is seven years old and has Autism.Back when I was pregnant with Seth, I never knew that Autism was becoming the most rapidly growing epidemic of our time. Back then, I’m sure it was still [...]
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