Category Archives: Herbal and complementary

Herbal Medicine – Start with the Science

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Herbal medicine – fact or fiction? How does one separate the truth from the hype?  Most of what you find online is anecdotal evidence.  Can you trust someone who is trying to make a sale?  It’s one thing to believe … Continue reading →

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Mental Health in Tough Times – Part I

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

The following post on mental health concerns is contributed by Pete Farmer,  who holds advanced degrees in research biology and history, and is also an RN and EMT. * * * My mother told me ‘Fore she passed away Said … Continue reading →

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Re-Thinking Herbal Medicine

Posted on March 19, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

I’m an allopathic doctor. That means I prescribe pills. Along with the rest of the established medical profession, I have “looked down my nose” at those who tout the superiority of plants and herbs.  Now I’m not so sure. Still, … Continue reading →

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Week 2 – Question of the Week: Which herbal medicines do you believe in?

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Week 2:  2011-03-17 People ask daily regarding herbal alternatives to pharmaceutical drugs. Today I’m asking our professionals:  which herbal preparations do you believe in?  Which are bogus? Which get the job done? Post your queries, answers, and suggestions below. Check back soon … Continue reading →

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Diabetes and TEOTWAWKI – Part 1 – Herbal Treatments

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

  The following is excerpted from my upcoming book, Armageddon Medicine. What will diabetics do if medication becomes unavailable?  In the first in a series, Dr. Koelker discusses herbal therapy for diabetes. The American medical establishment is beginning to examine the … Continue reading →

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How an apple a day keeps the doctor away

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Constipation may not top your list of worries if modern society collapses.  But it will become a problem if food shortages occur, curbing one’s intake of fruits and vegetables. The elderly, especially, are susceptible, and many are hospitalized to alleviate this potentially painful condition. The … Continue reading →

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Herbal Medicine – Introduction

Posted on November 12, 2010 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

The following is excerpted from my upcoming book, Armageddon Medicine. * * * Allopathic doctors (M.D.s and some D.O.s) have little experience with herbal medication, yet we have the greatest likelihood of making some sense out of a thorny issue.  … Continue reading →

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Thyroid disease – Hypothyroidism (low thyroid) – Part 4 of 5 – Herbal treatment

Posted on November 9, 2010 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

What is the role of herbal medicine in the treatment of hypothyroid disease?  I spent all afternoon looking into the question. In searching the traditional medical literature I could find no studies that substantiate herbal therapy.  It is unlikely such … Continue reading →

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Asthma and COPD – Part I – Introduction

Posted on November 7, 2010 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

The following is excerpted from my upcoming book, Armageddon Medicine. * * * Does the thought of not having a rescue inhaler on hand fill you with panic?  What will you do if albuterol is suddenly unavailable?    I remember … Continue reading →

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