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We will be closed May 31st to attend graduation ceremonies for Mercedes Peterson. So proud of this amazing young woman!
05/30/2024

We will be closed May 31st to attend graduation ceremonies for Mercedes Peterson. So proud of this amazing young woman!

03/27/2024

Myrtle Health will be out of the office March 29th through April 1st.

03/01/2024

Early this century St John’s wort (SJW) was challenging conventional drugs as a viable alternative in the management of mild to moderate major depression. Then concerns about herb-drug interactions, several of them concocted and/or spurious (see my Grumpy Old Herbalist video on this topic), caused interest in SJW to wane in this context.

So a recent analysis of the accumulated clinical data for SJW in depression is highly relevant, especially as serious concerns regarding the addictive nature of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) have recently been uncovered.

Fourteen clinical trials with a total of 2270 depression patients were included. All analysed papers were published between 2000 and 2022. Meta-analysis of the trial data demonstrated that treatment with SJW was superior to both placebo and SSRIs.

The authors concluded that their analysis supports the clinical use of SJW in mild to moderate depression, as it reduced the number of depressive patients and their depression scores, while having fewer risks and side effects than conventional medications.

For more information see: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36226689/

02/13/2024
Ready to elevate your detox journey? Sign up for our Detox Program by February 5th and enjoy an exclusive discount. Your...
02/02/2024

Ready to elevate your detox journey? Sign up for our Detox Program by February 5th and enjoy an exclusive discount. Your path to a revitalized you is just a click away! Share your thoughts and tag a friend who needs a wellness boost! Let's make this journey together.

02/01/2024

Here is more info on the 10 Day Detox I'm hosting starting February 15! Please contact me with questions or to sign up.

🌿 Hey everyone! Exciting news! 🌿I'm thrilled to announce the launch of my brand new 10-day detox program starting Februa...
01/30/2024

🌿 Hey everyone! Exciting news! 🌿

I'm thrilled to announce the launch of my brand new 10-day detox program starting February 15th! Whether you've been feeling sluggish, bloated, or just in need of a reset, this program is designed to give you a serious boost of energy and kickstart your journey to feeling fabulous!

We're talking about flushing out those toxins, revving up your metabolism, and giving your body the TLC it deserves. 🚀 With a blend of delicious recipes, expert tips, and a whole lot of motivation, you'll be feeling like a whole new you in just 10 days.

So if you're ready to say goodbye to the junk and hello to a healthier, happier you, hit me up for more details!

The SP Detox Balance™ program provides key nutrients and phytonutrients during all three phases of detoxification that unlock, neutralize and eliminate toxins. The simple 28-day or 10-day protocol features a tasty, all-in-one detox shake supported by sample meals

Check out my new blog! Ever wonder where Myrtle came from?
01/09/2024

Check out my new blog! Ever wonder where Myrtle came from?

So what's in the name? I have been asked many times about the name of my clinic- Myrtle Health. So just to give you a little background, my grandmother’s name was Ruby Myrtle. She was very resourceful and did not waste much of anything. From her I learned to garden, can vegetables, make bread and ...

12/22/2023
10/08/2023

Autoimmunity has long been a clinical interest of mine, a complex puzzle to solve where herbal medicine has much to offer. Join me in this two-part Live Stream presentation on November 12th, where I will explore the recent research on AiD as well as my core functional herbal therapy (FHT) strategies for supporting the patient with AiD.

Register now at: integria.eventsair.com/mhaid23

10/03/2023

A new study has found that particular gastrointestinal disorders are associated with an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. The research provides further evidence to support the hypothesis that the neurodegenerative disorder begins in the gut.

09/11/2023

Researchers have discovered a link between age-related hearing loss and decreased cholesterol in the inner ear. This cholesterol reduction affects the outer hair cells (OHCs), which are essential for amplifying sounds.

Experiments on mice indicated that phytosterols can replace the lost cholesterol and prevent sensory dysfunction. If applicable to humans, phytosterol supplements may offer a potential solution to combat age-related hearing loss. Experiments published on August 24th in the open access journal PLOS Biology show that phytosterols were able to act in place of the lost cholesterol and prevent sensory dysfunction in mice.

First, the researchers measured the amount of CYP46A1 in inner ear OHCs because this enzyme helps break down and recycle cholesterol. As expected, they found more CYP46A1 in the inner ears of older mice than in younger mice, and consequently less cholesterol. Next, they showed that over-activating CYP46A1 with a drug (the antiretroviral drug efavirenz) affected hearing. Finally, they tested whether increasing cholesterol in the brain could counter the drug. Since cholesterol itself cannot enter the brain from the blood, the researchers used plant-based cholesterol-like compounds called phytosterols that can. The young mice who received both the CYP46A1-activating drug and 3 weeks of dietary phytosterols displayed much improved OHC function.

More research is needed before more definite conclusions can be made, but the richest dietary sources of phytosterols are nuts and seeds.

For more information see:
https://neurosciencenews.com/hearing-loss-supplements-23825/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37619212/

09/03/2023

Two excellent articles on new discoveries in endometriosis research have appeared online: one in the Guardian, written by Gabrielle Jackson and the other in Medscape by Ann Thomas.

Excitement is growing in this field after years of stagnation. Scientists and researchers are collaborating across different disciplines to bring new ideas to the forefront. In line with the thinking of natural therapists, a shift in perspective is occurring, viewing endometriosis not merely as a pelvic disease but as a systemic condition affecting the whole body. A series of developments, including a major genetics study and breakthroughs in Australia and Japan, have ignited optimism in the community.
Quoting from the Medscape article: “In 1927, American gynaecologist John Sampson published his theory of the aetiology of endometriosis, postulating that retrograde flow of endometrial debris flows backward through the fallopian tubes during me**es into the peritoneal cavity. Sampson's notion remains the main paradigm today, mentioned still in recent articles on the topic, but it has a flaw: Although the theory may account for how endometrial tissue escapes the uterus, a 1984 study revealed that this phenomenon occurs in 90% of women. Why, then, do only 10% of women suffer from endometriosis?”

In March, the largest ever study on the genetics of endometriosis was published in Nature Genetics, which found genetic links to 11 other pain conditions as well as other inflammatory conditions. The study, involving DNA from more than 760,000 women, also found ovarian endometriosis is genetically distinct from other types and indicated there may be a genetic predisposition to excessive inflammation in people with the condition.

Shortly after, Japanese researchers discovered a common form of bacterium (found in gum disease) may be contributing to the growth of endometriosis via generating inflammation and abnormal cellular behaviour. In a cohort of women, 64% of patients with endometriosis but fewer than 10% of healthy controls were found to have Fusobacterium infiltration in the endometrium (mainly Fusobacterium nucleatum). Analyses revealed that activation of transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β) signaling resulting from the Fusobacterium infection of endometrial cells led to the transition of quiescent fibroblasts to myofibroblasts, which gained the ability to proliferate, adhere and migrate in vitro. Myofibroblasts are not found in normal endometrial tissue but are present in endometriosis.

These developments have reinvigorated the research world and have led to new ideas about the disease's mechanisms. A growing focus on the neuroimmune system and chronic inflammation is gaining traction, with researchers recognising endometriosis as more than just a reproductive system disorder.

Australian gynaecologist, Dr Susan Evans believes that the “uterus-brain axis” plays a significant role in endometriosis, influencing chronic inflammation and its impact on various bodily systems. “I personally believe the reason why women are so much more affected by immune conditions than men is that there’s also a uterus-brain axis, and the uterus talks to the brain via inflammation,” Evans says.

While scientists are now investigating new treatment avenues, such as immunomodulatory drugs and antibiotics, these discoveries both validate and further inform the approaches already used by natural therapists to manage this complex and challenging disorder. For more information see:
https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/aug/10/its-really-only-the-beginning-are-we-on-the-cusp-of-a-breakthrough-in-endometriosis

https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/993862 #:~:text=They%20found%20many%20of%20the,development%20of%20new%20blood%20vessels

08/23/2023

Looking forward to catching up with practitioners this weekend at the Integria Practitioner Symposium. I will be presenting on Herbs and Chemotherapy, everything you need to know when supporting your cancer patients. Livestream is available for those who can't attend in person. Hope to see you there.

Register now: integria.eventsair.com/ipsym23

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