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Dried Blood Spots (DBS) as an Alternative to Venipuncture Serum for Testing Hormones
Dried blood spot testing is not only more convenient than venipuncture blood testing, it also provides an accurate way to monitor topically delivered hormone therapy.
Fat Cells: Can’t Live with Them or Without Them
A leader in functional medicine takes a close look at the different types of fat cells, their effects on hormones, immune function, inflammation, and general health – and how to encourage balanced healthy function.
Letter from the Publisher January 2023, Issue 474
In this final issue of Townsend Letter, Jonathan Collin shares a book review about strengthening the immune system, writes about yet another ivermectin-covid study, highlights this issue’s articles on fat metabolism and the personal side of dementia, and announces the close of the magazine.
Table of Contents January 2023 Issue #474
In this final issue of Townsend Letter, we look at strengthening the immune system, yet another ivermectin-covid study, fat metabolism, the personal side of dementia, and more!
Botanical Approach to Hydrogen-Positive SIBO: A Case Report
This case report from Bastyr University California follows the diagnosis and naturopathic treatment of a young man with a long history of abdominal discomfort and dry skin.
Testicular Cancer: An Update
This article outlines the risk factors, conventional treatments, and integrative measures for the most common solid tumor affecting males between 15 to 34 years of age.
Why 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors Should Be Avoided for Prostate Urinary Problems and Nutraceutical Options
Botanicals and lifestyle measures provide an alternative to drugs that are prescribed for urinary tract symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Degenerative Myelopathy Successfully Treated with Thiamine
The use of mega doses of vitamin B1 (thiamine) has restored function and, so far, prevented paralysis in the author’s German shepherd, who was diagnosed with a genetic spinal cord disease similar to Lou Gehrig’s disease.
Listen to the Founding Fathers of Orthomolecular Medicine
Three pioneers in orthomolecular medicine encouraged the author to address his and his son’s susceptibility to respiratory infections, due to a congenital disease, with optimal nutrition and supplements – changing their health and their lives.
