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Migraines – Stop You Dead in Your Tracks

By Hasti Fashandi, ND | August 2, 2023 | 0 Comments

Have you ever suffered from a migraine? Well, did you know that migraine is the third most prevalent illness in the world, and that 12% of the population, including children, suffers from migraines? Interestingly, approximately 90% of individuals who live with migraines actually have a family history of migraines, as well.[1] What do we know … Read more

Open-Faced Quesadilla with Zaatar & Cheese

By Hasti Fashandi, ND | July 20, 2023 | 0 Comments

Try making an open-faced quesadilla using any type of flat bread. Sprinkle with your kiddo’s favorite cheese, or a combination of cheeses. Toast until the cheese has melted. Add a dusting of Zaatar (i.e. a common Middle Eastern spice that contains thyme and sumac, both of which are highly antimicrobial, as well as sesame seeds). Trust … Read more

Aromatherapy: Uses and Benefits

By Hasti Fashandi, ND | June 14, 2023 | 0 Comments

Explore the properties, applications, benefits and cautions of aroma-theraputics. Aromatherapy has a wide variety of uses throughout our daily lives and can be used to stimulate, calm, balance, strengthen and support our bodies, minds, and spirits. Let’s explore aromatherapy in an effort to gain a deeper understanding for what it is, and how it is … Read more

migraines,pain relief,chronic pain,pain management

Migraines – Stop You Dead in Your Tracks

By Hasti Fashandi, ND | August 2, 2023

Have you ever suffered from a migraine? Well, did you know that migraine is the third most prevalent illness in the world, and that 12% of the population, including children, suffers from migraines? Interestingly, approximately 90% of individuals who live with migraines actually have a family history of migraines, as well.[1] What do we know … Read more

Open faced quesadillas

Open-Faced Quesadilla with Zaatar & Cheese

By Hasti Fashandi, ND | July 20, 2023

Try making an open-faced quesadilla using any type of flat bread. Sprinkle with your kiddo’s favorite cheese, or a combination of cheeses. Toast until the cheese has melted. Add a dusting of Zaatar (i.e. a common Middle Eastern spice that contains thyme and sumac, both of which are highly antimicrobial, as well as sesame seeds). Trust … Read more

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Aromatherapy: Uses and Benefits

By Hasti Fashandi, ND | June 14, 2023

Explore the properties, applications, benefits and cautions of aroma-theraputics. Aromatherapy has a wide variety of uses throughout our daily lives and can be used to stimulate, calm, balance, strengthen and support our bodies, minds, and spirits. Let’s explore aromatherapy in an effort to gain a deeper understanding for what it is, and how it is … Read more

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Wet Socks, Garlic Feet, and Onion Ear Muffs? What?!

By Hasti Fashandi, ND | May 26, 2023

If you’ve ever struggled with a nasty cold or flu that just knocked you down and lingered far longer than you would have liked, then you have to try some of these amazing, albeit somewhat stinky, naturopathic remedies next time you’re sick! Get ready for some seemingly wacky tips and tricks to help cut your … Read more

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Improve Your Flexibility, Improve Your Life

By Hasti Fashandi, ND | May 9, 2023

One of the most common causes of muscle injury occurs when we are not prepared to move in certain ways throughout our daily lives. For example, we catch ourselves in the act of knocking over our hot coffee, and reflexively jerk to stop painful outcome; meanwhile, we have suddenly torqued our body into an unnatural … Read more

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Let’s Talk Sleep Hygiene

By Hasti Fashandi, ND | April 6, 2023

Have you ever experienced an endless night of tossing and turning, or counting the specks on your bedroom ceiling? Well, you are certainly not alone. Sleep disorders and insomnia are more common than you think, and the best part is that there are some very simple and easy changes you can make to your daily … Read more

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The Equation for Empathy [Em=Au2]

By Hasti Fashandi, ND | March 4, 2023

If we had to choose an equation for empathy, what would it be? Perhaps it would be The Golden Rule, which is to do unto others as we would have others do unto us, right? A Lack of Empathy: One of the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for narcissistic personality disorder is a lack of having the … Read more

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8 Tips for Staying Healthy Amid Coronavirus Pandemic: Anti-Viral & Immune Supportive Natural Home Remedies

By Hasti Fashandi, ND | March 1, 2023

Keep calm and breathe Dry skin brushing / Contrast hydrotherapy Eat whole nutrient-rich foods (lists of foods) Get outside Anti-virals / Anti-microbials (foods & recipes) General immune support (list of herbs) Reduce contact & exposure Protect your lungs (list of herbs) KEEP CALM AND BREATHE! Although acutely stressful situations may enhance your immune system in … Read more

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Why Naturopathic Medicine?

By Hasti Fashandi, ND | February 17, 2023

Why NDs Are So Unique: Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) are trained to spend quality time with patients at each of their visits. In every new patient visit, we are diving deeply into every single aspect that makes you the unique individual that you are. We look at your diet, hydration, sleep, stress / stress management, energy … Read more

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