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GLÜHWEIN WINE MOCKTAIL

Posted on December 20, 2024 What better way to celebrate the holidays than with Remission Nutrition’s Glühwein or mulled wine, a classic holiday drink. Almost ...

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Honoring Dr. Charles T. Hinshaw, Jr.: A Legacy of Dedication, Kindness, and Vision

Posted on December 20, 2024 By Jasmin Murphy, BHA, ACE-CPT, Communications Manager The December issue of Health Hunters is dedicated to honoring the life and ...

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Understanding Your Blood Sugar: Empowering Health through the Pre-Diabetic Profile

Posted on November 12, 2024 By Jasmin Murphy, BHA, ACE-CPT, Communications Manager Blood sugar regulation is a critical aspect of maintaining overall health, ...

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Keto Avocado Chocolate Mousse From Food As Medicine

Posted on November 12, 2024 Managing blood sugar levels doesn’t mean sacrificing delicious flavors. This Keto Avocado Chocolate Mousse offers a rich, indulgent ...

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Metabolic Scoring: Using Metrics to Motivate Change

Posted on November 12, 2024 By Dr. Ron Hunninghake, MD Forward By Jasmin Murphy, B.H.A., ACE-CPT As someone who has been diagnosed with Metabolic Syndrome, I ...

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Managing Glucose For Better Health: Practical Tips for Blood Sugar Balance

Posted on November 12, 2024 By Dr. Stacy Dunn, ND, LAc, FABNO, FABORM Understanding Glucose Spikes While blood sugar (glucose) is an important energy source for ...

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The Power of Nutrition: How Diet Shapes Long-Term Breast Cancer Survival

Posted on October 4, 2024 By Dr. Kirsten West, ND, LAc, FABNO In the years I have been in practice, it has become clear that diet and nutrition are key factors ...

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Hidden in Plain Sight: How to Support the Unseen Face of Cancer

Posted on October 4, 2024 By Comica Shaw, MBA Some experiences remain invisible to the world and understood only by those who endure them. Breast cancer is one ...

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Chia Flax Pumpkin Pudding

Posted on October 4, 2024 This nutrient-dense Chia Flax Pumpkin Pudding is a wholesome, Remission Nutrition-approved recipe by breast cancer thriver Sara ...

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Navigating Supplements in Cancer Care: A Guide for Patients and Caregivers

Posted on October 4, 2024 By Dr. Stacy Dunn, ND, LAc, FABNO, FABORM Forward by Jasmin Murphy,B.H.A., ACE-CPT Navigating cancer care and survivorship comes with ...

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The Benefits of Comprehensive Evaluation of Nutritional Status

Posted on September 6, 2024 The human body is comprised of water (60%), plus 60 essential vitamins, 10 essential amino acids, and two essential fatty acids (40%). ...

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Biochemical Individuality

Posted on September 6, 2024 By Paul Tayler, BS, BA – Director of Information Services Riordan Clinic is often asked, “Why all the nutrient testing?” There ...

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The Importance of Data-Driven Health Insights

Posted on September 6, 2024 WHY TEST The term data-driven is trending in every area of life. We use data to make decisions about investing money, what cars to buy, ...

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Check Your Health: Fall 2024 – It’s That Time Again

Posted on September 6, 2024 Twice a year, the Riordan Clinic hosts the “Check Your Health” event, offering a valuable opportunity to assess your “health tank” by ...

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Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Bars

Posted on August 14, 2024 Whip up a batch of these delectable gluten-free peanut butter banana bars for a snack that satisfies both your sweet tooth and health ...

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Living with ADHD: My Adolescent Experience with Frequent Infections

Posted on August 14, 2024 By Staci Moore, PhD.H The Rollercoaster Ride of ADHD Growing up with ADHD was a rollercoaster ride of emotions, energy, and unexpected ...

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The Inflammation-Immune Association: Inhibiting Inflammation and Resuscitating The Immune System

Posted on August 14, 2024 By Dr. Kirsten West, ND, LAc, FABNO As a naturopathic doctor, one who works almost exclusively with cancer patients, there is a common ...

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Unraveling the Mystery of Pyrroles: A Teen’s Journey to Health and Vitality

Posted on August 13, 2024 By Dr. Ron Hunninghake, MD At Riordan Clinic, we are dedicated to understanding and addressing the root causes of complex health ...

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Hydrating Summer Smoothie Bowl

Posted on July 8, 2024 This Hydrating Summer Smoothie Bowl is packed with skin-nourishing ingredients to keep your skin healthy and glowing during the sunny ...

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Protect and Preserve: Navigating the World of Non-Toxic Sun Protection

Posted on July 8, 2024 By Jasmin Murphy, Patient Communications Manager With increasing awareness about the ingredients in our personal care products, the ...

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Understanding Epigenetics: Unlocking the Secrets of Gene Expression

Posted on July 8, 2024 By Dr. Ron Hunninghake, MD What is Epigenetics? Epigenetics is the study of how changes in gene activity can occur without any change ...

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Dietary Interventions to Support Skin Health: Recommendations Beyond Sunscreen

Posted on July 8, 2024 By Dr. Stacy Dunn, ND, LAc, FABNO, FABORM While sun protection remains paramount, growing evidence highlights the significant impact ...

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Grilled Chicken and Farro Salad

Posted on June 10, 2024 This grilled chicken and farro salad is a powerhouse of nutrients, supporting men’s health in various ways: Farro: A whole grain ...

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The Mind-Body Connection: Improving Men’s Health Through Neuroplasticity and Blood Flow

Posted on June 10, 2024 By Dr. Hayley Nelson, PhD Imagine a life where your mind remains sharp, your body resilient, and your overall health robust. For many ...

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Unlocking the Benefits of Oxytocin: Enhancing Men’s Health through Better Circulation and Connection

Posted on June 10, 2024 By Dr. Ron Hunninghake What is Oxytocin? What Are Its Benefits for Men Oxytocin is a hormone commonly associated with childbirth and ...

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Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables and Tahini Dressing

Posted on May 20, 2024 This quinoa salad is packed with hormone-balancing ingredients like quinoa (a good source of protein and fiber), colorful vegetables ...

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Empowered Healing: Navigating Hormonal Imbalances and Healing

Posted on May 20, 2024   By Jasmin Murphy For as long as I can remember, my relationship with my body and hormones has been intricate and challenging. It ...

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The Essence of Womanhood: Navigating Identity Through Cancer’s Lens

Posted on May 20, 2024 By Hayley Nelson, PhD Sitting across from me, a friend with the journey of cancer etched into the lines of her face, asked a question ...

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Balancing Act: Supporting Estrogen Metabolism for Hormonal Health

Posted on May 20, 2024 By Dr. Stacy Dunn, ND, LAc, FABNO, FABORM Estrogen is a vitally important hormone responsible for supporting bone,  cardiovascular, ...

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Detox Immune-Boosting Soup

Posted on April 12, 2024 This Detox Immune-Boosting Chicken Soup is the perfect remedy for flu season filled with antioxidants that boost immunity and keep you ...

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Chelation and Metal Intoxication

Posted on April 12, 2024 In an industrialized society like ours, a wide variety of contaminants are released into the environment every day. The sources of ...

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Riordan Clinic Says Good-bye to Health Hunters Editor and Content Coordinator, Melody Spurney

Posted on April 12, 2024   Melody Spurney, a dedicated member of the Riordan Clinic team and editor of the Health Hunters newsletter, left an indelible ...

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The Riordan Approach to the Terrain Ten: TOXICITY

Posted on April 12, 2024 By Amber Ragland, Director of Marketing The “Riordan Approach to the Terrain Ten”. is designed to offer a high level view of holistic ...

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Dark Chocolate Avocado Spinach Brownies

Posted on April 10, 2024 Indulge guilt-free with these rich, dark chocolate avocado spinach brownies, blending health and taste for a stress-reducing treat. ...

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Quiz: Discover Your Stress Reduction Strategy

Posted on April 10, 2024 Instructions: Answer the following questions to uncover your ideal approach to reducing stress and harmonizing your biorhythms. Keep ...

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Are You Feeling Holiday Stress Here Are Some Tips

Posted on April 10, 2024 In honor of our beloved former Content Marketing Coordinator Melody Spurney, who left us with so many words of wisdom and practical ...

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Honoring Excellence in Healthcare: Brianna Morrow, RN

Posted on April 10, 2024 We’re thrilled to celebrate a shining star in our healthcare community, Brianna Morrow, RN, for her outstanding contribution to ...

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Celebrating Nels: A Journey of Resilince and Hope

Posted on April 10, 2024 In the spirit of hope and healing that defines our community, we shine a spotlight on an extraordinary individual whose journey ...

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Harmonizing Biorhythms for Stress Reduction: A Guide to Well-Being

Posted on April 10, 2024 By Jasmin Murphy, Patient Communications Manager In the world of health, understanding and managing stress is paramount, especially as ...

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Trauma, Cancer, & Disease

Posted on April 9, 2024 By Dr. Kirsten West, FABNO, LAc, FABNO Chronic, maladapted psychological and physiological patterns may play a larger role in disease ...

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Recipe: Salmon with Garlic “Cream” Sauce Over Cauliflower Rice

Posted on April 9, 2024 This recipe is a testament to the balance between health and taste, proving that dietary changes can indeed be delicious and embraced ...

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Navigating the Dual Roles of Caregiving: Your Health First

Posted on April 9, 2024 By Jasmin Murphy For those in the sandwich generation, juggling the care of your aging parents while supporting your own children, life ...

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Methylation for Beginners: Why Nutrient Levels Need to Be Tested

Posted on March 12, 2024   By Charles Hinshaw, MD – Laboratory Director Forward By Tayler Youngers – New Patient Coordinator I was looking at ...

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The Complex Web of Senior Dementia Care: Gen X Style

Posted on March 12, 2024 By Staci Moore, Guest Columnist The role of a caregiver in today’s society often falls on the shoulders of the so-called sandwich ...

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WATER: The Master Metabolic Nutrient

Posted on February 13, 2024 By Jess Higgins Kelley, MNT, ONC In the field of oncology nutrition therapy, a lot of time is spent researching (and debating) about ...

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Intermittent Fasting: Is it Healthy? Does it Work? Is it Dangerous?

Posted on January 5, 2024 By Dr. Jeremy Webster Obesity is a big problem today. The CDC estimates the adult obesity rate in the United States to be around 35%, ...

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Intermittent Fasting: An Enduring Path to Ideal Weight and Better Overall Health

Posted on January 5, 2024 By Dr. Ron Hunninghake, MD While there has been much discussion about prescriptions for weight loss and better metabolic health, it is ...

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Fresh Eyes on Healing: Discovering the Heart of Functional Medicine at Riordan Clinic

Posted on January 5, 2024 By Amber Ragland, Director of Marketing As the newly appointed Director of Marketing at the Riordan Clinic, I embarked on this journey ...

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Recipe: Healthy Turkey Chili

Posted on January 5, 2024 Ingredients 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 3 cloves minced garlic 2 medium onions, diced 2 bell peppers, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and ...

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‘Sugar and Cancer’ Presentation by Dr. Stacy Dunn

Posted on December 6, 2023 By Melody Spurney Riordan Clinic staff recently participated in a staff development presentation by Dr. Stacy Dunn, ND, Lac, FABNO, ...

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Are You Feeling Holiday Stress? Here Are Some Tips

Posted on December 6, 2023 By Melody Spurney Those who have been following Health Hunters this year, and through the years, know that stress is a common theme. ...

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A Lab Sweep! Wichita Clinic Enjoys Chili Cook-off

Posted on December 6, 2023 The Riordan Clinic’s Wichita location enjoyed a late-fall chili cook-off for staff members. More than a dozen chili entries were ...

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Riordan Clinic Staff Shares What They Are Grateful For

Posted on December 6, 2023 I am thankful for the people in my life who care about me. I am thankful that I will get to live today and hopefully tomorrow too. – ...

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Recipe: Sheet Pan Chicken Cordon Bleu

Posted on December 6, 2023 Ingredients 4 chicken breasts 4 ounces deli-sliced ham 4 slices Swiss cheese 1/2 cup egg whites 2 slices multi-grain bread 1/4 cup ...

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Dr. Charles Hinshaw Recognized for Excellence in Healthcare

Posted on November 15, 2023 Bio-Center Laboratory Director Dr. Charles Hinshaw, MD, was recognized in early November for Excellence in Healthcare by the Wichita ...

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Ultraviolet Blood Irradiation: New Hope for Chronic COVID

Posted on November 3, 2023 By Thomas Levy, MD, JD Ultraviolet (UV) irradiation of the blood is a very old but highly effective therapy for a wide range of ...

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VA Adopts New Guidelines for Breast Cancer Screening

Posted on November 3, 2023 By Dr. Stacy Dunn, ND, LAc, FABNO, FABORM In late July, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced new guidelines for breast ...

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Guidance about Foods for Cancer Patients

Posted on November 3, 2023 By Dr. Kirsten West, ND, LAc, FABNO In the years I have been in practice, it is clear that diet and nutrition are key factors in cancer ...

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Recipe: Tofu Squash Curry

Posted on November 3, 2023 INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 Tbsp. olive or avocado oil 1/2 red onion 1 yellow pepper, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 tsp. minced or grated ...

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Hope Beyond Diagnosis: A Mother of Four Recalls Her Cancer Journey

Posted on September 28, 2023 By Melody Spurney   Kelli Ann Rollins of Shawnee, Oklahoma, was a busy mom of four in the early summer of 2022. She was looking ...

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Recipe: Baked Chicken Meatballs with Garlic Dill Yogurt Sauce

Posted on September 28, 2023 Ingredients For the Meatballs 1 lb. lean ground chicken 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 tbsp. finely diced yellow ...

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Nurse Named to Business Journal’s Young Professionals in Healthcare

Posted on September 22, 2023 Melissa LaBarge, RN, BSN, was named to the Wichita Business Journal’s list of Young Professionals in Health Care for 2023. Melissa has ...

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Check Your Health Offers Chance to be Proactive About Wellbeing

Posted on September 7, 2023 By Dr. Ron Hunninghake, MD The Riordan Clinic’s preventative health initiative was originally developed in 1992 by clinic co-founder ...

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Reports Show that Early-Onset Cancer is on the Rise

Posted on September 7, 2023 A recent study released by the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) showed a noticeable rise in early-onset cancer ...

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Check Your Health Information

Posted on September 7, 2023 The fall 2023 Check Your Health is coming September 11-22. Here’s your one-stop destination for all you need to know about ...

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Recipe: Zucchini Quiche

Posted on September 7, 2023 Ingredients 10 oz zucchini ½ cup shallots 1 tablespoon packed chopped fresh herbs, such as basil and chives 4 oz cheddar cheese 2/3 cup ...

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Riordan Clinic Welcomes Dr. Stacy Dunn to its Overland Park Location

Posted on August 1, 2023 By Melody Spurney Dr. Stacy Dunn, ND, LAc, FABNO, FABORM, brought unique skills and credentials to Overland Park when she joined the ...

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Clinical Services Director Named Health Hero

Posted on August 1, 2023 Krystal Dinkel, RN, Riordan Clinic’s Director of Clinical Services, was named a 2023 Health Care Hero in nursing by the Wichita ...

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Back-to-School Can Inspire Healthier Routines

Posted on August 1, 2023 It’s the time of year again when children transition from long, leisurely days to bedtimes and schedules. Healthy kids learn better, ...

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Dr. Ron and Dr. West Present to WSU Students

Posted on August 1, 2023 Dr. Ron Hunninghake, MD, and Dr. Kirsten West, ND, LAc, FABNO, were invited to speak on June 29 to a class of Wichita State University ...

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New Food as Medicine Guide Launches This Month

Posted on August 1, 2023 In August, Riordan Clinic will add a new way for our co-learners to interact with our website and expand knowledge of using food to ...

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Summer Quinoa Bowl with Basil Vinaigrette Recipe

Posted on August 1, 2023 Quinoa Ingredients 1/2 cup cooked quinoa Torn arugula or other greens 1 peach, sliced 1/3 fresh, raw sweet corn kernels 3 small ...

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Using Epigenetic Modifications to Improve Your Overall Health

Posted on July 7, 2023 By Dr. Ron Hunninghake, MD We are all born with a DNA sequence, which is set for us through our lives. While the DNA sequence does not ...

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Honoring Olive White Garvey’s 130th Birth Anniversary

Posted on July 7, 2023 By Melody Spurney This month, the Riordan Clinic recognizes Olive White Garvey, one of our co-founders. July 15 will be the 130th ...

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Watermelon Kiwi Popsicles

Posted on July 7, 2023 Enjoy a healthy and refreshing summer snack with your family and friends this summer, and enjoy fresh fruit in season! Ingredients 1/2 ...

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Metabolic Health has Strong Links to Mental Health Issues

Posted on June 5, 2023 By Dr. Ron Hunninghake, MD Mental health is a significant challenge for many Americans. According to the National Institute of Mental ...

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Impacts of Emotional Trauma on the Body

Posted on June 5, 2023 By Dr. Kirsten West, ND, LAc, FABNO Emotional trauma can significantly affect body – beyond what many consider when they think of ...

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Strawberry Spinach Salad with Poppyseed Dressing

Posted on June 1, 2023 Ingredients For the salad: 10 ounces fresh baby spinach 1 quart strawberries, quartered 1/2 red onion, sliced thin 1/4 cup toasted ...

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How Methylene Blue’s Antioxidants Can Slow Cognitive Decline

Posted on April 3, 2023 By Dr. Ron Hunninghake, MD, and Dr. Thomas Levy, MD, JD Introduction to Methylene Blue Although Methylene Blue isn’t a new antioxidant, ...

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Foods to Benefit Cognition

Posted on April 3, 2023 By Laura Vasquez, MSN, APRN, NP-C A variety of foods can help protect your cognitive health and act in very specific ways in the body. ...

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Cognitive Impairment Symptoms Can Vary

Posted on April 3, 2023 A diagnosis of cognitive impairment can be disorienting and devastating, not only for the patient but for friends and family. ...

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Blueberry Balsamic Chicken Recipe

Posted on April 3, 2023 Ingredients: 2 Tbsp unsalted butter 2 Tbsp olive oil 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 tsp salt, divided 1/4 tsp freshly ground ...

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Elderslie Farm Values Sustainability and Respect for Land and Animals

Posted on February 28, 2023 By Melody Spurney At Elderslie Farm, sustainable practices are rooted in respect – for the land, the animals, the people who care for ...

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Assessing Health Risks Associated with CAFOs

Posted on February 28, 2023 By Dr. Kirsten West, ND, LAc, FABNO The stereotypical image of a farm is a pleasant one: happy animals, well-cared-for land, and green ...

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Goat Cheese & Herb Omelet

Posted on February 28, 2023 Ingredients: 4 large eggs 2 Tbsp milk or water 1/4 tsp ground pepper 1/8 tsp salt 1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese 1 1/2 Tbsp chopped fresh ...

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National Chili Day 2023: Black Bean Chili

Posted on February 22, 2023 In honor of National Chili Day, here is a bonus recipe for a slow-cooked Black Bean Chili. Serve alone, over brown rice, or as a ...

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Avoid Toxins to Reduce Cancer Risk

Posted on February 1, 2023 By Dr. Lucas Tims, ND, FABNO Through the work of the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and others, there are ...

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Maintain a Healthy Metabolism to Prevent Cancer

Posted on February 1, 2023 By Dr. Ron Hunninghake, MD, CMO When it comes to cancer prevention, improved awareness of the risk factors that promote metabolic ...

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Cancer Survivor Makes Changes for Better Health

Posted on February 1, 2023 By: Melody Spurney As a busy mortgage loan officer, Lori Caldwell loves to work, and in early 2022, low mortgage rates kept her ...

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Keto Avocado Chocolate Mousse

Posted on February 1, 2023 Ingredients: Flesh of 1 avocado 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/3 cup Erythritol or 6 pitted Medjool dates (if paleo, not ...

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Bonus Recipe: Cauliflower Pizza Crust

Posted on January 11, 2023 Celebrate National Pizza Week with a healthy take on one of America’s favorite foods with this recipe from Food Network. ...

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Food as Medicine: How a Metabolic Plan Can Elevate Your Health

Posted on January 3, 2023 By Dr. Kirsten West, ND, LAc, FABNO When I design a nutrition plan for my oncology patients, it is individualized based on their ...

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Nutrition Consultants Create Specialized Diets

Posted on January 3, 2023 By Jen Nolan, BS, MS, ONC A cancer diagnosis or a chronic illness can be overwhelming, and patients are often faced with a barrage of ...

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School Teaches Healthcare Providers About Nutrition

Posted on January 3, 2023 By Jess Higgins Kelley, MNT After working one-on-one directly with nutrition clients for years, I realized there was a significant gap ...

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Brussels Sprouts with Herbes de Provence

Posted on January 3, 2023 Ingredients:  1 lb Brussels sprouts 1/4 to 1/2 cup olive oil  Herbes de Provence to taste  Kosher salt to taste  Directions:  Preheat ...

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Options Exist for Treating Chronic Pain

Posted on November 30, 2022 By: Dustin Moffitt, ND Chronic pain can be a significant issue for individuals and can reduce quality of life. A study published in ...

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Nurses Enjoy Watching Patients Find Relief

Posted on November 30, 2022 By: Melody Spurney The Riordan Clinic’s nursing staff in Hays sees rewards almost daily as they watch patients find relief from chronic ...

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Sweet & Salty Chocolate Bark

Posted on November 30, 2022 Ingredients: 2  (12-ounce) bags dark chocolate chips, melted 1/2 cup salted pretzels, roughly chopped 1/4 cup dried cherries ...

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Metabolic Syndrome Increases Risk of Health Problems

Posted on November 1, 2022 By: Michael (Mike) Shaw, PA-C, ABAAHP Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions that can increase the risk of health problems such as ...

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Podcast Interview Offers Key Insights into Pervasive Metabolic Disease

Posted on November 1, 2022 By: Dr. Ron Hunninghake, MD, CMO  Metabolic syndrome is a common – and growing – problem. Some studies show that 80% or more adults ...

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Cardiology Patient Avoids Bypass Surgery Twice

Posted on November 1, 2022 By: Melody Spurney Frank Miller, of El Dorado, Kansas, was told he had two days until he was scheduled for a triple bypass surgery. ...

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Roasted Parmesan Asparagus

Posted on November 1, 2022 Ingredients 1 bunch asparagus, about 1 1⁄2 pounds 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese Salt and black pepper to taste Juice ...

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Riordan Clinic Transforms Life for Two-Time Cancer Survivor

Posted on October 28, 2022 By Melody Spurney Jamie Bernard has found a community with more than 700 co-learners on Instagram after her second breast cancer ...

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Regenerative Injection Therapy Gives Patient Back Pain Relief

Posted on October 13, 2022 For nine years, Shelly Berry was sidelined from life by debilitating back pain. Unable to do much more than work and sleep, she knew ...

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Professor Grateful and Looks Forward After Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Posted on September 30, 2022 By: Melody Spurney As Meredith Trexler Drees rode with her husband, Jeff, to her family’s farm near Hill City, Kansas on the day of her ...

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Stress, Metabolic, and Hormonal Imbalances and Breast Cancer

Posted on September 30, 2022 By: Dr. Kirsten West, ND, LAc, FABNO When it comes to breast cancer, a variety of things can contribute to a diagnosis. Three common ...

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Environmental Toxins Can Contribute to Breast Cancer

Posted on September 30, 2022 By: Laura Vasquez, MSN, APRN, NP-C   When it comes to breast cancer, environmental toxins women encounter daily can play a role in ...

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Creamy Pumpkin Soup

Posted on September 30, 2022 Ingredients 4 Tbsp olive oil, divided One 4-pound sugar pie pumpkin 1 large yellow onion, chopped 4 large or 6 medium garlic cloves, ...

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Riordan Clinic Cancer Survivor Looks To Help Others

Posted on September 20, 2022 By Melody Spurney Amye Williamson’s last day of her extended treatment at the Riordan Clinic in Overland Park helped reinforce her ...

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Black Bean and Salmon Tostadas

Posted on August 31, 2022 Ingredients 8 (6-inch) corn tortillas Olive oil cooking spray 1 (6- to 7-ounce) can boneless, skinless wild Alaskan salmon, drained 1 ...

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Nutrient Sale Brings Steady Growth in Orders

Posted on August 31, 2022 By: Melody Spurney The Riordan Clinic shipping department becomes a jungle of boxes in preparation for the Nutrient Store Sale, which ...

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Check Your Health Keeps Bio-Center Lab Staff Busy

Posted on August 31, 2022 By: Melody Spurney The Bio-Center Laboratory is the testing hub for all Riordan Clinic testing, including the Check Your Health lab ...

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Know Your Nutrient Levels to Best Manage Your Health

Posted on August 31, 2022 By: Dr. Ron Hunninghake, MD, CMO Prevention is key to maintaining and restoring health. Since 1992, the Riordan Clinic has offered ...

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PhysioAge Provides a Benchmark for Overall Health and Aging

Posted on August 25, 2022 The Riordan Clinic’s PhysioAge program is a good fit for anyone interested in their health and well-being. Chronological age isn’t as ...

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Patient Advises Others to “Be Curious” After Potentially Fatal Autoimmune Diagnosis

Posted on August 1, 2022 By Melody Spurney Scleroderma started small for Denise Douty, 49, of Wichita. Her fingers felt funny after scraping her windshield on a ...

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What is UBI?

Posted on August 1, 2022 UBI – Ultraviolet Blood Irradiation – helps boost the immune system by exposing blood to ultraviolet light. In this procedure, 60 CCs ...

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Lifestyle and Environmental Factors may be Causing Increase in Autoimmune Disease

Posted on August 1, 2022 Dr. Tereza Hubkova, MD, ABIM, ABIHM, IFM, discusses autoimmune diseases in this issue of Health Hunters. She is a strategic partner of ...

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Riordan Clinic Seeks Whole Person Balance in Autoimmune Treatments

Posted on August 1, 2022 By Melody Spurney When it comes to autoimmune diseases, Riordan Clinic providers follow a functional medicine model of searching for ...

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Zucchini Lasagna

Posted on August 1, 2022 Ingredients 3 large garlic cloves 2 Tbsp unsalted butter 1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, fire roasted if possible 1 (15-ounce) can ...

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Retired Nurse Finds Healing at Riordan Clinic After Cancer Diagnosis

Posted on July 15, 2022 By: Melody Spurney Denise Ober was settling into an active retirement in early 2020 after a nearly 50-year career in nursing, but she ...

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Broccoli Salad

Posted on July 1, 2022 Ingredients 1 ½ to 2 pounds broccoli on the stalk, enough for 8 cups florets 1 cup sliced red onion 1 carrot, julienned or grated ½ ...

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Steve Spencer Finds Help and Hope After Treatments

Posted on July 1, 2022 By: Melody Spurney Steve Spencer rolled his wheelchair into the Riordan Clinic in Overland Park in 2020 looking for help … and hope. He ...

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Terrain-Based Cancer Care Focuses on Whole Person

Posted on July 1, 2022 By: Melody Spurney The Riordan Clinic has a rich heritage of groundbreaking innovation in cancer care. Clinic co-founders Dr. Hugh ...

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Dr. Kirsten West Joins Riordan Clinic’s Integrative Oncology Team

Posted on July 1, 2022 By: Melody Spurney A difficult experience watching family members struggle with cancer inspired what would become a professional ...

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Watermelon Feta Salad

Posted on June 7, 2022 Ingredients 8 cups cubed ripe seedless watermelon (5 pounds or 1/2 medium watermelon) 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 oz feta cheese, crumbled 4 ...

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Vitamin D is Essential for Bone Health

Posted on June 1, 2022 By: Michael (Mike) Shaw, PA-C, ABAAHP Vitamin D is often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin” because the body produces it ...

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Nutrients Optimize Vitamin D

Posted on June 1, 2022 By: Laura Vasquez, MSN, APRN, NP-C  You have probably realized the importance of vitamin D for achieving your best health. So, let’s ...

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Understanding Vitamin D3/K2

Posted on June 1, 2022 By: Dr. Ron Hunninghake, MD The sun sets further and further into the south every fall, leading into winter. As a result, the days get ...

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Roasted Salmon with Spicy Cranberry Relish

Posted on May 2, 2022 Total: 30 mins Servings: 8 Ingredients 2 ½ pounds skin-on salmon fillet 2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped 1 ½ tsp kosher salt, ...

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A Chinese Medicine Perspective on Arthritis Pain

Posted on April 29, 2022 Author: Leah Chischilly, D.Ac., L.Ac. This article is a summary of The Practice of Chinese Medicine: The Treatment of Diseases with ...

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Arthritis and Inflammation in the Lab

Posted on April 29, 2022 Author: Dr. Hinshaw, MD – Bio-Center Laboratory Director Inflammation is a normal physiologic response that is essential to our ...

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Arthritis, Injuries, and Pain

Posted on April 29, 2022 Author: Dustin Moffitt, ND Case Study: A 56-year-old male presents to the office for a second opinion. He has had debilitating pain in ...

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Recipe: Roasted Cauliflower and Potato Curry Soup

Posted on April 4, 2022 Ingredients 2 tsp ground coriander 2 tsp ground cumin 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon 1 ½ tsp ground turmeric 1 ¼ tsp salt ¾ tsp ground pepper ...

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Colon Cancer in Young Adults

Posted on April 4, 2022 Author: Dr. Ron Hunninghake, MD The star of the movie Black Panther, Chadwick Boseman, died at age 43 of early-onset colon cancer after ...

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A Nourishing Nutrition Mindset

Posted on March 7, 2022 Author: Jenny Bradley Have you ever started thinking about a luscious bright yellow lemon that’s being freshly cut? Note the ...

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The FatBurn Fix By Catherine Shanahan, MD

Posted on March 7, 2022 Author: Dr. Ron Hunnginhake, MD Dr. Shanahan’s book lucidly explains why 80% of the United States’ population and most of ...

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Chemicals Lurking In Your Cabinets, Makeup, & Cleaning Supplies

Posted on March 7, 2022 Author: Laura Vasquez, MSN, APRN, NP-C “A Who’s Who of pesticides is therefore of concern to us all. If we are going to ...

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Recipe: Keto Chicken Soup

Posted on February 14, 2022 Ingredients 1 Tbsp olive oil or butter 1 large yellow onion, finely diced 3 celery sticks, finely diced ½ leek, diced 1 Tbsp ...

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Emotional Heart Health Through the Art of Self-Care

Posted on February 11, 2022 Author: Kim Medis, RN, BSN We often think of our bodies as a separate part of ourselves, physically detached from our minds, emotions, ...

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Synthetic vs. Bioidentical Hormones

Posted on February 11, 2022 Author: Dr. Dustin Moffitt, ND Hormone Harmony The endocrine system, which controls our hormones, is quite frail and susceptible to ...

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What You Should Know About Congestive Heart Failure

Posted on February 11, 2022 Authors: Melissa LaBarge, RN, BSN and Chloe Stuhlsatz, RN, BSN As you may know, February is Heart Month. Let’s take some time to ...

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Blast From the Past: A Message from Ron Hunninghake, M.D.

Posted on February 11, 2022 Talk about a blast from the past, we stepped back in time to revisit the many joys that Dr. Ron once discovered in his beginning years ...

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The Patient’s Power to Balance Hormones and Feel Better

Posted on February 11, 2022 Author: Jenny Bradley Have you ever had one of those days where the moodiness hits and it feels like you are the passenger in an ...

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Synthetic vs. Bioidentical Hormones

Posted on February 11, 2022 Author: Dr. Dustin Moffitt, ND Hormone Harmony The endocrine system, which controls our hormones, is quite frail and susceptible to ...

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How Diet and Lifestyle Affects Immune Health

Posted on December 22, 2021 Author: Polly Breitenkamp RN, BSN, NTP As we’re in the throes of the winter season, this is an excellent time to look at our diet and ...

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Hormesis – the “Good Stress”

Posted on December 22, 2021 Author: Dr. Ron Hunninghake, MD   Isn’t Stress Always Bad? Most people think of stress as being a bad thing. Being overbooked, ...

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Making Friends with Stress

Posted on December 22, 2021 Author: Laura Vasquez, MSN, APRN, NP-C Stress is an inescapable part of the human existence. No one can deny this fact. Even our ...

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Recipe: Turkey & Quinoa Bowl

Posted on November 17, 2021 INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 lb. ground turkey 1 red onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 can chopped tomatoes 1 tsp. dried ...

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Where’s My Broccoli Subsidy?

Posted on November 16, 2021 Author: Ron Hunninghake. MD Rarely an issue of Health Hunters goes by without an article praising the profound health benefits of ...

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Dangers of Glyphosate

Posted on November 16, 2021 Author: Ron Hunninghake, MD Glyphosate, more commonly known as Roundup, is used by many people and farmers as a tool to kill weeds ...

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Are processed foods making you diabetic?

Posted on November 16, 2021 Author: Laura Vasquez, MSN, APRN, NP-C Highly processed foods such as chips, crackers, cereal, condiments, lunch meats, frozen and fast ...

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The Benefits of Turkey Tail Mushroom in Cancer Treatment

Posted on October 19, 2021 Author: Laura Vasquez, MSN, APRN, NP-C “Let food be thy medicine, and let medicine be thy food,” a well-known quote by Hippocrates that ...

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Breast Cancer Basics: Staging

Posted on October 19, 2021 Many people hear about the different stages of breast cancer and know that the higher the number, the more serious the case. But, what ...

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Getting Started with Anticancer Living

Posted on October 19, 2021 Author: Jenny Bradley Taking steps toward anticancer living can feel daunting. Emotions are already charged, energy feels quickly ...

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Breast Cancer: Risk Factors and Preventative Measures

Posted on October 19, 2021 Author: Lucas Tims, ND, FABNO Survivors, family members, friends, and even football teams sport the color pink during the month of ...

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FORMULA-216TM, the 24/7 Vitamin C Pill: Doubles Blood Levels of Vitamin C Without Continual Reliance Upon Diet or Supplements

Posted on September 15, 2021 Results of preliminary clinical tests are in and they confirm that the unique array of ingredients in FORMULA-216TM double blood serum ...

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Maintaining Vascular Health as We Age

Posted on September 15, 2021 Author: Michael (Mike) Shaw PA-C, ABAAHP There’s a quote that says you are only as old as your arteries and I say there is a lot of ...

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Preventing Pain as We Age

Posted on September 15, 2021 Author: Dustin Moffitt, ND Does it often feel like every passing birthday brings new aches and pains? These pains not only affect how ...

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Welcome Laura!

Posted on August 3, 2021 Laura Vasquez, MSN, APRN, NP-C, Overland Park Campus Laura Vasquez, MSN, APRN, NP-C, is a nurse practitioner who will support Medical ...

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IV Vitamin C Tips from a Riordan Clinic Patient

Posted on August 3, 2021 Author: Jenny Bradley, M.A.I.L., CNE You have probably noticed we are big fans of IVC around this newsletter! I’ve been a Riordan ...

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In Loving Memory of Dang Nguyen

Posted on August 3, 2021 We are sad to share the passing of one of our long-time employees and friend, Dang Nguyen. For nearly two decades, his quiet but ...

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My Journey with Tai Chi

Posted on August 3, 2021 Author: David Scott It began in 1975. In exchange for teaching him songwriting and guitar, a Tai Chi instructor offered me lessons. He ...

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The Most Important Nutrient(s) for the Brain

Posted on August 3, 2021 Author: Ron Hunninghake, MD When was the last time you ran out of gas? If I had to guess, it has probably been quite a while. If you ...

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Excellence in Healthcare, Geriatric Medicine

Posted on June 18, 2021 Wichita Business Journal | June 2021 | Excellence in Healthcare | Category: Geriatric Medicine Michael (Mike) Shaw, PA-C, ABAAHP ...

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Lifestyle Tips and Herbs for Brain Health

Posted on June 4, 2021 Author: Jessica Moffitt, BS, CHES A healthy brain is one that performs at an optimal level, with quick reflexes, thought processes, and ...

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Fatigue, Weight Gain, and Foggy Brain? It might be your thyroid.

Posted on June 4, 2021 Many of us believe that fatigue, weight gain, foggy brain, and other low-grade discomforts are just a normal part of aging. However, it ...

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Foods to Include in an Anti-Cancer Diet

Posted on May 7, 2021 Author: Jenny Bradley, M.A.I.L., CNE Did you know scholars propose only 5-15% of cancer is genetic?! Late medical doctor and ...

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The DIY Approach to Uncovering Food Intolerance: A Simple Elimination Diet Protocol.

Posted on April 16, 2021 Author: Leah Chischilly L.Ac. When dealing with an autoimmune condition, or nearly any ailment, a diet that helps reduce inflammation ...

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All About Autoimmunity

Posted on April 16, 2021 Author: Ron Hunninghake, MD More and more, it seems that people have or know someone that has an autoimmune condition. An article ...

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My Continued Journey to Real Health: How a Long-Distance Runner Survived 2020

Posted on March 8, 2021 Author: Krystal Dinkel, RN Just when you think you’ve nailed down the concept of Real Health, 2020 comes along. Like most of us, I feel ...

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Strength Building Exercises You Can Do at Home

Posted on March 8, 2021 We’ve learned that exercise is an important component of Real Health and that building muscle has major benefits. But what if your ...

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Muscle as Medicine

Posted on March 8, 2021 Author: Dustin Moffitt, ND A three-letter word we all dread, O-L-D. The feeling of time growing on our bodies as our youth trails ...

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Light Medicine – The “Forgotten” Benefits of Ultraviolet Blood Irradiation

Posted on February 14, 2021 Ultraviolet blood irradiation was used with tremendous success in the 1930’s and 1940’s to treat a variety of diseases. However, once ...

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When Acute Infection Triggers Chronic Illness

Posted on February 14, 2021 Author: Ron Hunninghake, MD I wanted to present this brief case-history of what I believe is my first Long Covid patient to give our ...

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Coping With the Aftermath of Viral Infection

Posted on February 14, 2021 Understanding “Long-Haul” Covid As if the initial infection wasn’t enough to have the world worried about COVID-19, there is now ...

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Tips to Help Reduce Radiation Toxicity From Cancer Scans

Posted on February 2, 2021 Written by: Lucas Tims, ND, FABNO Medical imaging has become a central component of cancer care to ensure early and accurate diagnosis ...

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Health Supporting Supplements for Cancer Care

Posted on January 15, 2021 Supplement regimens for all of our patients are carefully tailored to their individual needs. However, there are handful of supplements ...

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Mistletoe Therapy for Cancer Treatment

Posted on January 15, 2021 Did you know: The liquid extract of the Mistletoe plant has been used as an alternative method to treat cancer for close to a century? ...

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Choosing Naturopathic Oncology

Posted on January 15, 2021 Author: Lucas Tims N.D. FABNO A question I’ve been getting a lot lately is “What exactly is a Naturopathic Oncologist?” I thought it ...

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Fire Cider Recipe

Posted on December 9, 2020 Fire Cider is an herbal remedy often used to help prevent seasonal illness such as colds and the flu. While Fire Cider itself hasn’t ...

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Foods that Support a Healthy Immune System

Posted on December 9, 2020 If you’ve been to Riordan Clinic as a patient or are a regular reader of the Health Hunters newsletter, then you already know how much ...

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Staying Well in the Time of COVID

Posted on December 9, 2020 Author: Ron Hunninghake, MD “Health is not valued till sickness comes.” – Thomas Fuller I thought it might be helpful to review some of ...

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Your physiological age may be different than your chronological age

Posted on November 9, 2020 The first step to aging well is knowing how well you are aging. You may be 50 years old, but your PhysioAge could be 40 — or well over ...

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Hydrogen Water – A simple habit for better health

Posted on November 9, 2020 Author: Michael (Mike) Shaw, PA-C, ABAAHP Hydrogen is the most abundant molecule on the planet. If it weren’t for hydrogen and oxygen, ...

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Anti-Aging from the Inside Out: An Introduction to NAD+

Posted on November 9, 2020 Author: Michael (Mike) Shaw, PA-C, ABAAHP Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, or NAD+ for short, is a coenzyme found inside every cell ...

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Is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Right For You?

Posted on October 5, 2020 Both women and men experience a decrease in key hormones such as estrogen, progesterone and testosterone as they age. Often this change ...

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Spotlight on Breast Health and Early Screening for Breast Cancer

Posted on October 5, 2020 You may know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, but any time of year is a good time to focus on screening and prevention. ...

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Can Regenerative Medicine Take the Place of Surgery?

Posted on October 5, 2020 Author: Dr. Dustin Moffitt, ND Patients often present in my office with concerns of damage to joints, ligaments, and tendons. As a ...

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Dr. Tims on the Chris Beat Cancer Podcast

Posted on September 2, 2020 Dr. Lucas Tims recently sat down with Chris Wark of Chris Beat Cancer. In this podcast interview, they discuss the pros and cons of ...

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IV Vitamin C for Cancer

Posted on September 2, 2020 The pharmacologic doses of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) have shown significant anticancer effects in animal models and tissue culture ...

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Keep Smiling: My Cancer Story

Posted on September 2, 2020 Meet Jared Adams, a remarkable 22-year-old who, after his own experience with cancer, was inspired to write a children’s book. Keep ...

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Have you ever wondered what you can do to help a friend diagnosed with Cancer?

Posted on September 2, 2020 Jenny Bradley can offer you some insight. Jenny is a Co-learner and advocate for holistic cancer care. She is also a cancer “Thriver.” ...

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Bridging the Gap in Cancer Care

Posted on September 2, 2020 Author: Lucas Tims, ND, FABNO Every day in America, nearly five thousand people hear the words, “You have cancer.” That phrase conjures ...

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Cancer Go Book

Posted on August 28, 2020 “Carry a notebook with you to write everything down.” That was the first advice that Melissa received after hearing those life-changing ...

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Is Medically Supervised Weight Loss Right For You?

Posted on August 4, 2020 A poll conducted in 2018 estimated that one-half of all adults in the United States are on a diet at any given point during the year. ...

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Introducing, Our Brand New Discovery Program

Posted on August 4, 2020 A more flexible and affordable way to become a patient at Riordan Clinic For more than a year, we have been enrolling potential ...

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Metabolic Scoring: Using Metrics to Motivate Change

Posted on August 3, 2020 Author: Ron Hunninghake, MD This July marks my 31st year at Riordan Clinic. My goodness! Where did all that time go? Now, say you, what ...

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How Well are You Aging?

Posted on July 1, 2020 The first step to aging well is knowing how well you’re aging. You may be 50 years old, but your PhysioAge could be 40 — or well over ...

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Microgreens Can Boost Your Food

Posted on July 1, 2020 Author: Loralie Tangen Good Health. If you have it, you might take it for granted. If you don’t, it may become one of your highest ...

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A New Model Of Aging

Posted on July 1, 2020 Author: Gael Wheeler, DO OK, time for a pop quiz! What is the one thing that every single human being is doing at this very moment? ...

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The Miracle Molecule

Posted on June 10, 2020 Author: Michael (Mike) Shaw, PA-C, ABAAHP The chemical properties of Nitric Oxide were first characterized in 1772. Ferid Murad first ...

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Patient Story: “Rheumatoid Arthritis Does Not Define Me”

Posted on June 5, 2020 Author: Erin Manning, MBA My journey with Rheumatoid Arthritis had a sudden start. The stiffness I felt in the pointer-finger on my ...

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Novel Treatment for Inflammation and Autoimmunity: Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN)

Posted on June 5, 2020 Author: Gael Wheeler, DO What if we had a therapy that is effective, nontoxic, and affordable, to address inflammation and autoimmune ...

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Living in a World on Fire

Posted on June 5, 2020 Author: Dustin Moffitt, ND Imagine sitting in a room as you begin to sweat, feeling your skin get hotter with each passing minute. You ...

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Plant-Derived Supplement Shows Promise as a Natural Cancer-Fighter

Posted on June 3, 2020 Author: Lucas Tims, ND, FABNO Arum palaestinum, a perennial plant that produces a deep purple lily flower, has a long history of use as ...

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Fatigue and the Role of Mitochondrial Dysfunction

Posted on June 2, 2020 Author: Gael Wheeler, DO Mitochondria are tiny factories in our cells that create ATP, providing energy for the cells’ functions. The ...

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What to do when your doctor doesn’t know what to do

Posted on May 18, 2020 by Gael Wheeler, DO Many years ago a seemingly healthy 26 year old woman received a scratch from a rose bush. The resulting infection ...

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Food Sensitivities, Intolerances, and Allergies: So- Which one is it?

Posted on May 18, 2020 by Dustin Moffitt, ND “Don’t bring peanuts to school.” “Avoid gluten.” “Eat dairy free cheese.” We hear these phrases more and more ...

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High-Dose Intravenous Vitamin C as a Successful Treatment of Viral Infections

Posted on May 1, 2020 By Nina Mikirova, Ph.D. This article was originally published in the February 2014 Health Hunters. It has not been edited or updated ...

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COVID- Pondering What’s Next

Posted on April 24, 2020 Author: Gael Wheeler, DO Everyone is wondering what will happen next and when. The COVID virus has put everyday life on pause for ...

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Monolaurin, a Powerful Ally Against Viral Illness

Posted on April 22, 2020 Author: Gael Wheeler, DO You know the feeling. That vague sore throat, feeling suddenly fatigued for no good reason. The awareness your ...

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Stress Physiology and the Impact on Our Health

Posted on April 13, 2020 Author: Gael Wheeler, DO The presence of the COVID-19 virus has altered our reality globally and so has increased the stress level, ...

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Finding Calm in the Midst of Chaos

Posted on April 8, 2020 Author: Gael Wheeler, DO With the unwelcome entrance of COVID-19 in our lives, we find ourselves in a tidal wave of uncertainty ...

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Riordan Clinic and COVID-19

Posted on April 1, 2020 A Letter From Our Chief Medical Officer By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. The COVID-19 pandemic represents one of the greatest global health ...

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IVC Now for Immunity Support

Posted on March 20, 2020 “IVC Now” is 7.5 grams of Vitamin C given intravenously as a “push” over a short period of time, typically 5 to ...

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Immunity Support Oral Supplement Protocol

Posted on March 11, 2020 Just like so many other areas of our health, our immune system has its own unique set of needs and requirements to function properly ...

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Patient Story: IV vitamin C During Chemo

Posted on February 24, 2020 Submitted by: Sally Bass Ph.D. I am an 82-year-old retired nurse with metastatic endometrial and cervical cancer.  I am using ...

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AllerPlex for Allergy Season

Posted on February 17, 2020 Author: Gael Wheeler, DO These last few weeks of winter, we look forward to spring. Soft breezes and thunderstorms. Birds singing. ...

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In Loving Memory of Donna Kramme

Posted on February 12, 2020 Donna Kramme May 12, 1959 – December 19, 2019 In late December, we lost our friend, mentor, and CEO Donna Kramme. Donna joined the ...

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An Exciting Year Ahead

Posted on February 12, 2020 Our founder, Dr. Hugh Riordan, often asked himself, “Have we been useful?” when assessing the activities of the Riordan Clinic. As we ...

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Healthy Aging A-Z: Thiamin (Vitamin B1)

Posted on February 12, 2020 Thiamin pyrophosphate (TPP) is the active form of thiamin (Vitamin B1). TPP is an essential cofactor in many enzyme functions including ...

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Expect the Unexpected

Posted on February 12, 2020 45 years (and going!) of patient care at the Riordan Clinic Riordan Clinic focuses on prevention—getting to the root cause instead of ...

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Proactive Considerations for Surgical Patients

Posted on February 10, 2020 Author: Gael Wheeler, DO Any surgical procedure and anesthesia, while beneficial in the long term, can carry certain physiological ...

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Vitamin C Protects Against Coronavirus

Posted on February 6, 2020 Learn More about IV VItamin C, including the full Riordan Clinic Protocol Visit the Riordan Clinic Nutrient Store for the high-quality ...

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Healthy Aging A-Z: Vitamin A

Posted on January 8, 2020 by Gael Wheeler, DO One of the first changes we may notice as we age is a decrease in visual acuity. Vitamin A is essential for the ...

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Vitamins – What’s the Big Deal?

Posted on January 8, 2020 by Josh Wardini The human body requires certain nutrients in trace quantities in order to combat diseases and stay healthy. These ...

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Using Yoga to Retrain the Brain to Cope with Chronic Pain

Posted on January 8, 2020 by Sarah Cummins, Certified Pain Care Yoga Instructor Many who have lived with chronic pain have experienced a seemingly endless quest ...

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An Exciting Year Ahead

Posted on January 3, 2020 “It is amazing what can be accomplished when you seek out and find the right experts to work a problem. Thank you!!” – Warren, ...

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Leah’s Story: Part Three: The Follow Up

Posted on January 1, 2020 The following post was written by a co-learner, and shared with her permission, on her blog at leahchischilly.com.  Read Part One and ...

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Case Presentation: Micronutrient Testing: The Key to Optimization

Posted on December 5, 2019 by Gael Wheeler, DO Harold presented to the office with complaints of pain and numbness in his legs and feet. This had been increasing ...

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Curing Polio with Magnesium

Posted on December 5, 2019 By Thomas E. Levy, M.D., J.D. This article was originally published by the Orthomolecular Medicine News Service (OMNS) May 31, 2019. A ...

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Healthy Holiday Treats Featuring Dates

Posted on November 14, 2019 . Author: Chef Nicola Raadsma The holidays are here again! For many of us, that’s the good news and the bad news. Gathering together in ...

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Acid and Alkaline Foods: The Real Story

Posted on November 7, 2019 This article was originally published by the Orthomolecular News Service (OMNS) on July 18, 2019.  Authors: Robert G. Smith, Ph.D. ...

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Novel Treatment for Inflammation and Autoimmunity: Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN)

Posted on November 7, 2019 By Gael Wheeler, DO What if we had a therapy that is effective, nontoxic, and affordable, to address inflammation and autoimmune ...

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Crispy Grain-Free Waffles

Posted on October 9, 2019 Provided by: Chef Nicola Raadsma I don’t know about you but I sometimes feel challenged to find breakfast recipes that are healthy, ...

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Healing with Light

Posted on October 8, 2019 Reprinted from Health Hunter, July 2012 Phototherapy is the medical use of light to activate the healing properties of the blood. ...

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Living (and Thriving!) with Crohn’s and Colitis: The Ostomy Guy

Posted on October 8, 2019 Do you want to know what you aren’t being told about Crohn’s, colitis, and all chronic illness for that matter? Seriously, do you ...

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Leah’s Story: “Part Three: The Follow Up”

Posted on September 27, 2019 The following post was written by a co-learner, and shared with her permission, on her blog at lcholistichealth.com.  Read Part One and ...

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Leah’s Story: “Part Two: My First Appointment”

Posted on September 20, 2019 The following post was written by a co-learner, and shared with her permission, on her blog at lcholistichealth.com.  Read Part One of ...

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Leah’s Story: “Part One – I’m Not Even Sick (but I’m a patient anyway).”

Posted on September 20, 2019 The following post was written by a co-learner, and shared with her permission, on her blog at lcholistichealth.com . Thank you, Leah, ...

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Watermelon Quinoa Kale Salad

Posted on September 3, 2019 A great summer salad that is packed full of nutrition! Ingredients one bunch of kale rinsed and chopped (stems removed) 3 Tbs. organic ...

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What Real Health Means to Me – Dr. Hugh Riordan

Posted on September 3, 2019 Author: Hugh Riordan, MD We seek to serve, rather than fix or help. I want to share an insight about what we are all about. It is a ...

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A Chinese Medicine Perspective on Relieving PMS

Posted on September 3, 2019 Author: Leah Chischilly, MSAc., L.Ac If you’re like most women, then you have probably grown to expect monthly bouts of bloating, ...

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Revolutionary High Dose Vitamin D Protocol for Autoimmunity, Obesity and Improved Sleep

Posted on September 3, 2019 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. Watch Dr. Ron’s October 2019 lecture, “The Importance and Safety of High-Dose Vitamin D3” ...

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What Real Health Means to Me – Sabrina

Posted on August 5, 2019   Author: Sabrina Sauls For me, real health is mind, body, and soul health. I believe that my mental health is the most important ...

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Clinical Research at the Riordan Clinic: Continuous Intravenous Vitamin C in the Treatment of Cancer

Posted on August 5, 2019 Author: Nina Mikirova, PhD The below summary is from a research article by Dr. Nina Mikirova, Director of Research at the Riordan ...

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Cancer-Related Fatigue

Posted on August 5, 2019 By Lucas Tims, ND, FABNO Cancer-Related Fatigue has been reviewed and updated from the original Health Hunters article Vol. 33 No. 8 in ...

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What Real Health Means to Me – Evie

Posted on July 2, 2019 Author: Evie Zauderer, 5th grade My mom has always had us eat healthy. For a long time, I did not understand why it was such a big ...

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My Introduction to Integrative Medicine

Posted on July 2, 2019 Author: Yoko Masuda, MD Dr. Yoko is a Japanese doctor who is dedicating 18 months of her medical career, starting in 2018, to learning ...

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Nature’s Anti-Aging Mineral: Sulfur

Posted on July 2, 2019 By Dr. Anne Zauderer Minerals are all around us on the earth. They are found in the soil and taken up by the roots of plants and ...

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Recipe: Tahini Salad Dressing

Posted on June 4, 2019 Adapted from YummyMummyKitchen.com INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup tahini 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 2 cloves ...

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What Real Health Means to Me – Erin

Posted on June 4, 2019 Author: Erin Manning, MBA After reading the “What Real Health Means to Me” column for the past year and a half it’s apparent – ...

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Bulletproof Coffee

Posted on June 4, 2019 Have you heard about the recent trend of putting butter in your coffee? Does that sound crazy, or just a little bit delicious? ...

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Mental Health and Diet – The Road to the Brain Begins with the Belly!

Posted on June 4, 2019 By Ourania Stephanopoulos-Chichura, MD Did you know that 75% of your brain chemistry (neurotransmitters) is produced in your gut?! Did ...

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What Real Health Means to Me – Amanda

Posted on May 2, 2019 Author: Amanda Lee, NCMA, AAS This time of year it seems almost everyone is getting sick. Whether it is allergies or the dramatic ...

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Tips from a Megavitamin Mom: Getting Kids to Take Vitamins and Lots of Them

Posted on May 2, 2019   Author: Helen Saul Case Born and raised in a household where we used vitamins and nutrition instead of drugs, I am very familiar ...

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Phospholipids to Protect Your Memory and Brain

Posted on May 2, 2019 By Dustin Moffitt, ND We are all living in a world where health conditions affecting the brain’s health are becoming more prevalent. ...

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What Real Health Means To Me – Millie

Posted on April 5, 2019 by Millie Birchfield, 5th Grade • McCollom Elementary Imagine this…your body is like a temple. You can either build it up to make ...

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3 Easy Home Detox Baths

Posted on April 5, 2019 Spring is quickly approaching, and now is a great time to try a home detoxification regimen that will prime your immunity and cleanse ...

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NEW: Formula 216

Posted on April 5, 2019 By Bill Sardi, Ph.D.  It was futurist Ray Kurzweil who said the speed of information is accelerating at such an exponential rate that ...

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Vitamin C and Traditional Chemotherapy

Posted on March 26, 2019 Author: Annette Chlumsky, RN Originally Published: March 2016, Health Hunters Vol 30 No 4 Does nutritional therapy reduce the ...

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What Real Health Means to Me – Mimi

Posted on March 5, 2019   Everyone desires to be healthy. There are three basic ideas to help you be healthy. An old Proverb tells us to “eat well, drink ...

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Is ElectroPollution Making You Sick?

Posted on March 5, 2019 Science Lesson: Your body is an amazing, electrically-powered, organic machine and your cells communicate with each other through ...

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Is CBD Right for Me?

Posted on March 5, 2019 By Lucas Tims, ND, FABNO Chances are you’ve heard of CBD. Perhaps you’ve read about it online or even seen signs for local shops ...

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What Real Health Means to Me – Dr. Anne

Posted on February 5, 2019 Written by: Anne Zauderer, DC The idea of “having health” has changed for me over the years. I’ve come to realize that it’s not just ...

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The Ketogenic Diet, Is it Right for Me?

Posted on February 5, 2019 It seems that every few years a new fad diet comes along and everyone jumps on the bandwagon. The newest diet to hit the scene is the ...

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Can You Eliminate Anxiety Without Medication?

Posted on February 5, 2019  By Connie Porazka, MBSR with Lisa Sparks When I tell people I teach mindfulness for a living, the first thing they often share with me ...

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What Real Health Means to Me – Dr. Ron

Posted on January 2, 2019 Author: Ron Hunninghake, MD (Chief Medical Officer, Riordan Clinic) What does Real Health mean to you? Well I’m getting older now. I’m ...

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Food: Getting Back to Basics

Posted on January 2, 2019 It’s everyone’s favorite time of year: New Year’s! This is a time for a reset, a restart, a refresh from all the iniquities of the ...

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DYNAMIC AGING: Overcoming Obstacles and Adding Life to your Years

Posted on January 2, 2019 By Chris Quint, CPT, CSCS What if your lack of mobility isn’t due to your age but instead due to the number of years you haven’t been ...

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What Does Real Health Mean to Me? – Donna

Posted on November 20, 2018 By: Donna Kramme, CEO of the Riordan Clinic Real Health to me encompasses the body, mind, and spirit, and orchestrating them to work in ...

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Exercise to Improve Your Mood

Posted on November 20, 2018 by: FitnessCoach_AC Exercise isn’t just for burning calories and losing weight. The physiological and psychological benefits of ...

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Defend Yourself during Flu Season

Posted on November 20, 2018 by Olivia Nugroho, RN Flu season is here. I want to introduce you to a new way for you to protect yourself and your loved ones from ...

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Confused about food? You’re not alone.

Posted on November 20, 2018 by Luke Snow We’ve all seen the term “local food” used in marketing. Google it and you’re likely to see area restaurants fill your ...

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Glyphosate: Does It Provide a Pathway to Modern Disease?

Posted on November 20, 2018 By Paul R. Taylor, B.A. B.S. This is a review of “Glyphosate, Pathways to Modern Diseases IV: Cancer and Related Pathologies,” by ...

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Chocolate: What’s in a Word?

Posted on October 16, 2018 By Susan Parsley Chocolate – cocoa – cacao. Chocolate is a superfood that has strengthened the body and soul for many different ...

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The Importance of Detox: How to be Fully Awake and Heal

Posted on October 15, 2018 by: Ourania Stephanopoulos-Chichura, MD Many of you know that I have a heart for constantly searching for the truth and root causes of ...

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Fighting Cancer with Ancient Medicine: Mistletoe Therapy

Posted on October 15, 2018 By Lucas Tims, ND Mistletoe (Viscum album) is a poisonous, semi-parasitic plant that grows on various host trees native to Europe and ...

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What Real Health Means to Me – Annette

Posted on October 15, 2018 Author: Annette Chlumsky, RN When I was a teenager, my dad, at age 46, was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Disease. He started traditional ...

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Intravenous Vitamin C Versus Cancer and Other Killers

Posted on September 10, 2018 An Interview with Dr. Ron Hunninghake By  Richard A. Passwater, Ph.D. Recent columns have focused on new research into the many health ...

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What Real Health Means to Me – Mary Jo

Posted on September 10, 2018 Guest post by: Mary Jo Hunninghake Real health is such an interesting term for a concept that has changed so much over the years and ...

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Medical Weight Loss: A Co-Learner’s Journey

Posted on September 10, 2018 I have struggled with my weight since high school. Then with my first pregnancy, I gained a considerable amount more. I’ve asked so ...

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Commentary on recent JAMA Oncology article – provided by Dr Lucas Tims

Posted on September 4, 2018 A recent article entitled “Complementary Medicine, Refusal of Conventional Cancer Therapy, and Survival Among Patients With Curable ...

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Research Spotlight: Are You at Risk for Dementia Because of Your Antacid?

Posted on August 1, 2018 By Anne Zauderer, DC Every person who has watched television has seen an advertisement for the “new” drugs that are constantly being ...

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What Real Health Means to Me – Kirk

Posted on August 1, 2018 Kirk Zauderer, MBA To me, Real Health is about actualizing my potential to form my identity by focusing on three key areas: Impact = ...

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Deodorant Pros and Pit Falls

Posted on August 1, 2018 Conner Keyeski, RN, BSN Transitioning to a deodorant that is free of aluminum, parabens and other chemicals can be a daunting, ...

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Why Your Stomach Acid Is Important

Posted on August 1, 2018 by Mike Bauerschmidt, MD, CCT I am reasonably certain that, from time to time, most of us have suffered from acid reflux. Here I am ...

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Taking a Break from Focusing on My Illness – Doing Less versus Doing More

Posted on July 3, 2018 By Jeff Evilsizor, M.C., PA-C Restoring health requires effort.  No matter the particular condition, whether it be pain, fatigue, ...

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New Clinical Service at the Riordan Clinic: Advanced Medical Weight Management

Posted on July 3, 2018 A comprehensive weight loss program developed and supervised by a trained health care provider, individualized to the needs of each ...

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Allergies & Asthma: The Naturopath’s Point of View

Posted on July 3, 2018 By Jennifer Mead, ND This article was originally published in Health Hunters, March 2013 “Allergies” are the immune system overreacting ...

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What Real Health Means to Me – Connie

Posted on July 3, 2018 Author: Connie Porazka I had the fortunate opportunity to work for Dr. Hugh Riordan 20 years ago. It was during this time I learned the ...

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Regenerative Injection Therapies

Posted on June 4, 2018 A treatment modality, dating back to 1830, for chronic pain and injury Dustin Moffitt, ND From a physiological standpoint, our body is ...

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Get Ready for Summer with HCG

Posted on June 4, 2018 By Karen Wheeler APRN The full version of this article was originally printed in Health Hunters, May 2016 Time to start thinking about ...

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Lemon Poppy Seed Pound Cake Recipe

Posted on June 4, 2018 (KETOgenic, GLUTEN-FREE WITH ALMOND FLOUR) This recipe is from one of my favorite sources for gluten-free and low carb recipes. All the ...

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What Real Health Means to Me – Paul

Posted on June 4, 2018 Author:  Paul R. Taylor, BS, BA Our founder Dr. Hugh D. Riordan defined health as, “having the reserves to do what you want and need ...

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Regenerative Injection Therapies

Posted on June 1, 2018 By Dustin Moffitt, N.D. A treatment modality, dating back to 1830, for chronic pain and injury From a physiological standpoint, our ...

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A Guide to Your Best, Healthy Summer!

Posted on May 1, 2018 By Anne Zauderer, D.C. Summer is a great season. Flowers are in bloom, vegetables are ripening, and the days are long. The new growth ...

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A Guide to Your Best, Healthy Summer!

Posted on April 30, 2018 by: Anne Zauderer, DC Summer is a great season. Flowers are in bloom, vegetables are ripening, and the days are long. The new growth ...

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Music Makes You Feel Better!

Posted on April 30, 2018 By Cindy Houston and Amy Houston These days we have many activities and responsibilities that compete for our time and attention. ...

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What Real Health Means to Me – JB

Posted on April 30, 2018 Author: JB Wilson For as far back as I can recall, I have been plagued with anxiety. In my youth, the mere thought of an exam or the ...

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DETOX: Natural Cleansing to Remove Body Toxins

Posted on April 1, 2018 By Nina Mikirova This article was first published in Health Hunters, November 2011 Have you ever washed greasy dishes without hot water ...

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What Real Health Means to Me – Dr. Anne

Posted on March 30, 2018 Dr. Anne Zauderer One of my favorite quotes, by the esteemed Maya Angelou, is “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to ...

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DETOX: Natural Cleansing to Remove Body Toxins

Posted on March 30, 2018 Dr. Nina Mikirova This article was first published in Health Hunters, November 2011 Have you ever washed greasy dishes without hot ...

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13 Health Benefits of Coffee, Based on Science

Posted on March 8, 2018 Republished, with permission, from: Healthline.com Coffee is actually very healthy. It is loaded with antioxidants and beneficial ...

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Intermittent Fasting: Improve Energy, Lose Weight, and Reduce Your Risk of Chronic Diseases

Posted on March 2, 2018 Dr. Anne Zauderer I spent the majority of my 20s in an insulin-resistant state. Sound hard to believe? Especially since I was a ...

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Addressing the Root of Low Back Pain

Posted on March 2, 2018 Dr. Anne Zauderer Approximately 60-80% of the population will experience an episode of low back pain during their lifetime. Of that ...

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“Health Is” Student Essay Contest • 1st Place Winner • 2015

Posted on March 2, 2018 A year ago I decided that I would start being “healthy. At the time, I decided that being healthy meant losing a few pounds and eating ...

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Epsom Salt Bath

Posted on March 2, 2018 Epsom salt baths are a great way to wind down after a busy day. Epsom salts contain magnesium, which is a necessary mineral for so many ...

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Dry Brushing: For Your Skin

Posted on February 5, 2018 Charleen Jenkins, CMA If you have ever spent time in a spa, you have probably seen “dry brushing” offered as a service on the menu. Dry ...

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How to Boost Your Health, Reduce Stress, and Live More Joyfully

Posted on February 5, 2018 Connie Porazka Our life is what our thoughts make it. –Marcus Aurelius If you are like me, it is easy to live life in a highly ...

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Recipe: Paleo Garlic-Rosemary Focaccia

Posted on February 5, 2018 Our family has been moving more toward a grain-free diet, which has helped with digestive issues and blood sugar control. The one thing ...

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What Real Health Means to Me

Posted on February 5, 2018 Written by a Riordan Clinic Co-Learner Health is – my body doing what it is designed to do, restore. I had never thought about that ...

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Staff Picks

Posted on February 5, 2018 Dr. Ron Hunninghake 1.What do you like about this product?  Simple. Safe. Scientifically grounded.  The perfect universal vitamin ...

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A Lifetime of Progesterone

Posted on January 8, 2018 Author: Kathleen McCormick Progesterone is an essential element of a long and healthy life. The body’s need for progesterone spans an ...

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The Emotions of PMS

Posted on January 8, 2018 Author: Dr. Jennifer Mead Pre-menstrual syndrome, otherwise known as PMS, is a combination of symptoms that women experience prior to ...

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Essential Oils for Immune Support

Posted on November 30, 2017 By Katie Madill Essential oil usage can be a dynamic healing modality that works at a cellular and molecular level as well as on an ...

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Holiday Stress? Slow Down and Take a BREATH!

Posted on November 30, 2017 By Dr. Anne Zauderer The holidays are a joyous time to spend with friends and family. Unfortunately, with holiday parties, shopping and ...

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12 MONTHS TO A HEALTHIER YOU (MONTH 12)

Posted on November 30, 2017 12 Months to a Healthier You: Month 12, Making Sustainable Change Author: Dr. Anne Zauderer For those of you who have been following ...

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New Thinking About the Brain: How to Decrease Your Chances of Neurodegeneration

Posted on November 30, 2017 By Dr. Sean Hubbard, DC, DACNB The fear of growing old just got a whole lot tougher for many heading into retirement age. The ...

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Lectins: The Foods You Are Eating That Are Making You Fat, Inflamed, and Tired

Posted on November 2, 2017 By Dr. Anne Zauderer We live in an incredible time in history. At no other point has life been so comfortable for humans. We don’t have ...

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The Dirty Dozen: Why Organic is Best

Posted on November 2, 2017 By Olivia Nugroho, RN, BSN Are you someone who enjoys a smoothie in the morning? If you are, that is great! We all know that fruits and ...

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12 MONTHS TO A HEALTHIER YOU (MONTH 11)

Posted on November 2, 2017 12 Months to a Healthier You: Month 11, Quality Sleep Author: Dr. Anne Zauderer One of the most common symptoms that people have today ...

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Lechtins: The Foods You Are Eating That Are Making You Fat, Inflamed, and Tired

Posted on November 1, 2017 By Dr. Anne Zauderer We live in an incredible time in history. At no other point has life been so comfortable for humans. We don’t have ...

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IVC and the Riordan Approach to Adjunctive Cancer Care: 7 Key Questions

Posted on October 2, 2017 By The Riordan Clinic Provider Team IVC and the Riordan Approach to Adjunctive Cancer Care: 7 Key Questions has been reviewed and ...

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Stem Cell Therapy for Chronic Disease: An Interview with Dr. Neil Riordan (Part 2)

Posted on October 2, 2017 Neil Riordan, PhD is an accomplished scientist and one of the pioneers and leading experts in the use of non-controversial stem cells. ...

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12 MONTHS TO A HEALTHIER YOU (MONTH 10)

Posted on October 2, 2017 12 Months to a Healthier You: Month 10, The Power of Positive Thoughts Author: Dr Anne Zauderer Watch your thoughts, they become words; ...

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Stem Cell Therapy for Chronic Disease: An Interview with Dr. Neil Riordan (Part 1)

Posted on September 5, 2017 Neil Riordan, PhD is an accomplished scientist and one of the pioneers and leading experts in the use of non-controversial stem cells. ...

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Riordan Clinic Research Spotlight: IVC and Prostate Cancer

Posted on September 5, 2017 “Changes in the rate of PSA progression and the level of alkaline phosphatase during high dose vitamin C treatment of patients with ...

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The Value of Anti-Aging Hormone Monitoring    

Posted on September 5, 2017  by Annette Chlumsky, RN One of the most frequent questions asked of the nursing staff is, “Why do I have to get laboratory testing so ...

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12 Months to a Healthier You (Month 9)

Posted on September 5, 2017 Month 9, Cut the Sugar! It’s no secret that most of us eat more sugar than we should. Whether it’s the occasional ice cream after ...

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A safer choice for feminine hygeine

Posted on August 22, 2017 Written by: Krystal Dinkel, RN You might think this is a very weird conversation, but it’s time we had it anyway! I recently read an ...

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New Research on IVC and Prostate Cancer

Posted on August 9, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Riordan Clinic Research Institute Publishes Study, “Changes in the rate of PSA progression and the level of ...

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Hypertension: A Natural Approach

Posted on August 8, 2017 By: Dustin Moffitt, ND What is Hypertension? Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a very common health condition in the adult ...

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Jack Challem – In Memorium

Posted on August 8, 2017 Jack Challem – In Memorium 1951 – 2017 Jack was my good friend. Our professional relationship was based on a mutual love ...

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12 Months to a Healthier You! (Month 8)

Posted on August 8, 2017 Cultivate Healthy Bacteria At this very moment there are trillions of bacteria that are living in you and on you. Bacterial cells ...

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12 Months to a Healthier You! (Month 7)

Posted on July 5, 2017 Month 7: Fuel Yourself With Healthy Fats Fat has gotten a bad reputation over the years. We were told in the 1980s to avoid fats in an ...

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Not All Salt Is Created Equal

Posted on July 5, 2017 Annette Chlumsky, RN Co-learners at Riordan Clinic have heard our practitioners recommend many times to eliminate white, processed ...

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RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT: The Influence of Sulforaphane on Cancer Suppression and Blood Sugar Control

Posted on July 5, 2017 Suforaphane is a phytonutrient that is found in cruciferous vegetables. New research has shown the important role that this nutrient ...

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The Mouth-Body Connection

Posted on July 1, 2017 By Thomas E. Levy, MD, JD While nobody would deny that the mouth is a part of the body, it is nevertheless most notable how few ...

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How the Circadian Rhythm Affects Sleep, Wakefulness, and Overall Health

Posted on June 1, 2017 Dr. Nina Mikirova Life on earth has evolved under the daily rhythm of light and dark. Metabolic, physiological and behavioral processes ...

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How the Circadian Rhythm Affects Sleep, Wakefullness, and Overall Health

Posted on June 1, 2017 By Dr. Nina Mikirova Life on earth has evolved under the daily rhythm of light and dark. Metabolic, physiological and behavioral ...

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12 MONTHS TO A HEALTHIER YOU! (MONTH 6)

Posted on June 1, 2017 Month 6: Eat the Colors of the Rainbow! Dr Anne Zauderer Whether we realize it or not, we are influenced by how food looks. We are ...

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A Co-Learner’s Journey with Lyme Disease and Chronic Pain

Posted on June 1, 2017 Testimonial to Riordan Clinic: written by a co-learner I may not be running any races or even walking all that well yet, but what I can ...

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Paleo Nutter Butters

Posted on June 1, 2017 By Jackie Caldwell   grainfreewellness.com Prep Time:  15 Minutes Cook Time:  20 Minutes Yield:  12-14 Jackie’s Tips: If you warm honey ...

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Research Shows: Oral Vitamin C Can Protect Against the Common Cold

Posted on May 5, 2017 Research Spotlight Paul R. Taylor, B.A., B.S. A recently published study in the journal Nutrients entitled, “Vitamin C and Infections” ...

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Can Intravenous Vitamin C Stop a Deadly Infection? Mainstream Medicine is Taking Notice

Posted on May 5, 2017 Nia Stephanopoulos-Chichura, MD Initially, I set out to write a completely different article in connection with my upcoming lecture in ...

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12 MONTHS TO A HEALTHIER YOU! (MONTH 5: GO ORGANIC)

Posted on May 5, 2017 Anne Zauderer, DC There are so many health trends these days that sometimes it’s hard to determine what will make the most impact. I’m ...

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How to Make Kombucha at Home

Posted on May 5, 2017 by Anita Goossen It was Dr. Anne who first suggested I drink kombucha. I was looking for a good source of probiotics other than ...

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Prolozone: For Resolving Chronic Pain Patterns and Regenerating Damaged Tissues

Posted on March 28, 2017 By Jeff Evilsizor, M.C., PA-C Editor’s note: To find out more about Prolozone therapy at the Riordan Clinic, please click HERE. ...

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12 Months to a Healthier You! (Month 4)

Posted on March 28, 2017 Month 3: Avoid the Standard American Diet (SAD) Dr Anne Zauderer It’s true. Most people have a SAD diet these days. The Standard ...

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How to Avoid Sugar

Posted on March 28, 2017 By: Anne Zauderer, DC If you had read the title of this article to our ancestors 10,000 years ago, you would have sounded crazy. Avoid ...

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Bulletproof Coffee

Posted on March 20, 2017 Have you heard about the recent trend of putting butter in your coffee? Does that sound crazy, or just a little bit ...

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Magnesium Decreases Hyperactivity in ADHD Children

Posted on February 28, 2017 by Helen Saul Case Magnesium deficiency is found more frequently in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) than ...

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50% of Children with ADHD Have Elevated Levels of This Toxic Marker in Their Urine

Posted on February 28, 2017 Author: Nina Mikirova, PhD According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) ...

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The Benefits of Bone Broth

Posted on February 28, 2017 Author: Charleen Jenkins, CMA Using bone broth is a popular health trend that many people have found beneficial for numerous health ...

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Positive Parenting

Posted on February 28, 2017 By: Tim Lawton, MD Parenting – once you step through that one-way door into parenthood, you can never go back. Parenting changes your ...

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12 Months to a Healthier You! (Month 3)

Posted on February 28, 2017 Month 3: Avoid Food Additives Dr Anne Zauderer How many of you have had the experience of going grocery shopping, picking up a box of ...

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Intravenous Vitamin C Protects Against Metabolic Syndrome and Activates Nrf2

Posted on February 1, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Orthomolecular Medicine News Service, February 1, 2017 Intravenous Vitamin C Protects Against Metabolic Syndrome ...

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Lab: February is Heart Health Month

Posted on January 25, 2017 Give yourself the gift of health and test the key nutrients and foods you need for protection against developing chronic, inflammatory ...

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12 Months To A Healthier You! (Month 2)

Posted on January 24, 2017 Month 2: Exercise Dr. Anne Zauderer I am all about efficiency and value. I like to get the most “bang for my buck” in all that I do. If ...

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Patient Profile: Check Your Oil

Posted on January 24, 2017 by Carol Reynolds (Riordan Clinic patient) When I went to my update appointment at Riordan Clinic in March of 2016, I was so happy ...

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The Research on Love: A Psychological, Scientific Perspective on Love

Posted on January 19, 2017 Dr. Nina Mikirova All my life, I have long been stereotyped as a “bluestocking,” I was very surprised when I was asked to write an ...

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Heart Disease and Vitamin C: How to Protect Yourself from Accelerated Aging

Posted on January 19, 2017 Author: Dr. Nina Mikirova Vitamin C or ascorbic acid (AA) is essential for life in humans, as the capacity to synthesize it has been ...

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Take Back Your Health by Eating ‘Real Food’

Posted on January 19, 2017 Dr. Jennifer Jackson I would estimate that over 80% of disease processes I see every day are directly linked to diet.  A traditionally ...

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12 Months to a Healthier You! (Month 1)

Posted on January 4, 2017 by: Dr. Anne Zauderer Have you ever wanted to make a big change in your life? Overhaul some of your habits? January 1 inevitably rolls ...

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Defend Yourself During Flu Season (UBI)

Posted on January 4, 2017 by: Olivia Nugroho, RN Flu season is here. I want to introduce you to a new way for you to protect yourself and your loved ones from ...

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Food is my Medicine: Rx- Real, Whole Foods

Posted on January 4, 2017 by: Jackie Caldwell As someone who recovered from an autoimmune disease by drastically changing my diet, the words “Food is Medicine” ...

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Patient Profile: Uncovering Infertility Issues as a Team

Posted on January 4, 2017 by Nichole Kunkel, RN One of the most defeating things as a man or woman is the continuous let down, month after month, when trying to ...

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A Natural Approach for Infertility

Posted on January 4, 2017 Jennifer Mead, ND If you have been trying, or are thinking about starting a family, then I am sure you are concerned about your ...

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“48 Hours to Live” How Vitamin C and Orthomolecular Medicine Saved my Mother’s Life

Posted on December 2, 2016 Patrick Moore, N.D. My mother was given two days to live by the medical team at Yale-New Haven Hospital’s Medical Intensive Care Unit ...

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Four Factors that Determine Your Level of Health

Posted on December 2, 2016 Dr. Charles Hinshaw Insulin Resistance. If your diet is high in sugar and low fiber carbohydrates, it is likely that you have insulin ...

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In Defense of Estrogen

Posted on December 2, 2016 Phyllis J. Bronson, Ph.D The etiology of the aging female has taken on a life of its own in the Western world, where the most basic ...

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The Benefits of Infrared Saunas

Posted on December 2, 2016 Dr. Anne Zauderer We live in a toxic world. The air that we breathe, the water we drink, the foods that we eat, the products we use, ...

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The Hidden Dirty Dozen: Chemicals that Disrupt our Hormones

Posted on December 2, 2016 by: TaNeishaWebb, AAS From the time of conception, each developmental stage is under control of hormones. Hormones are chemical ...

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Yoga Therapy and Pain Management

Posted on November 3, 2016 Susan LeVine, C-IAYT, ERYT 500 Yoga therapy is a wonderful modality for pain management that uses a wide range of mind/body practices, ...

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Methylation for Beginners: Why Nutrient Levels Need to Be Tested

Posted on November 3, 2016 Charles T Hinshaw Jr, MD, Director, BioCenter Laboratory Methylation describes the addition of a methyl group to a substrate with the ...

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Depressed? Anxious? You are Not Alone.

Posted on November 3, 2016 The New Research Behind How Methylation Affects Mental Health Dr. Anne Zauderer I’m about to blow your mind. Quite literally, change ...

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Recipe: Kale Salad with Apples and Cheddar

Posted on November 3, 2016 Leafy greens are an excellent source of natural folate, which supports methylation in the body. Add two hard-boiled eggs to this salad ...

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Using Real Health to Alleviate Anxiety: A Co-Learner’s Journey

Posted on November 3, 2016 By Erin Manning  What I have discovered as a patient of the Riordan Clinic has literally changed my life and the dynamic of my whole ...

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7 Facts About Depression That Will Blow You Away

Posted on November 3, 2016 by Kelly Brogan, MD Adapted from A Mind of Your Own by Kelly Brogan, MD A silent tragedy in the history of modern health care is ...

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Thermography: Safer and Earlier Detection of Breast Cancer

Posted on October 7, 2016 AUTHOR Annette Chlumsky, RN Thermography has been a controversial detection tool for breast cancer for quite some time. It has been ...

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PAINDEMIC: What is Causing Our Pain-Epidemic?

Posted on October 7, 2016 AUTHOR What is Melissa Cady, D.O. Physician & Founder of antiPAIN Lifestyle, L.L.C. There is no doubt that more opioids are being ...

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High-Dose IV Vitamin C

Posted on October 7, 2016 Dr. Atsuo Yanagisawa shadowed me at the Riordan Clinic in 2005, the year of Dr. Hugh Riordan’s sudden passing. As both an M.D. ...

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The Sun Shines on Vitamin D

Posted on September 1, 2016 By Jack Challem, BA If recent research were a political election, vitamin D would win by a landslide. Over the past five years, more ...

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Are You Rusting Inside?

Posted on August 1, 2016 Author: Nia Stephanopolous-Chichura, MD Summer 2016 in Kansas City, Dr. Nia is scheduling patients for the Riordan Clinic’s new site ...

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The 10 Most Toxic Minerals

Posted on July 5, 2016 By Dr. Charles Hinshaw Many minerals are an essential part of a healthy diet.  Some minerals are toxic, even in micro-amounts.  They ...

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Toxic Nutrients

Posted on June 30, 2016 By Dr. Thomas Levy There are many things that are unequivocally good for you that become bad for you when you take too much of them. ...

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7 Foods to Cut Out of Your Diet for Optimal Health

Posted on June 28, 2016 By Lee Flynn Moderation in most things is key. Too many sweets will make you gain weight, but a little dark chocolate daily has health ...

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Learning About Lyme Disease by Dr. Ola Buhr

Posted on June 6, 2016 Learning About Lyme Disease by Dr. Ola Buhr In this newsletter I will be covering the topic of Lyme disease.  An entire book can be ...

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Journey to Healing: Finding New Life with Lyme Disease

Posted on June 6, 2016 “You may have to fight a battle more than once to win it.” (Margaret Thatcher) “I keep pinching myself… it has been two ...

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Book Review: “Eat Fat, Get Thin” by Dr. Mark Hyman

Posted on May 4, 2016 Written by Dr. Ron Hunninghake, Chief Medical Officer Book Review: “Eat Fat, Get Thin” by Dr. Mark Hyman “Eat Fat, Get ...

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What Diet is Right for YOU?

Posted on May 4, 2016 By Anne Zauderer, DC “The food you eat can be either the safest and most powerful form of medicine or the slowest form of poison.” ...

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Get Ready for Summer with HCG

Posted on May 4, 2016 by Karen Wheeler APRN Time to start thinking about wearing shorts and swimming suits as the weather warms up! This can be really ...

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Biochemical Individuality

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Paul Taylor, Research Scientist, BS, BA Riordan Clinic is often asked, “Why all the nutrient testing?” There are a variety of ...

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Eye Health

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Dr. Faryal Ali, BS, MLS, (ASCP) Having normal vision allows us to see things without wearing corrective glasses or contact lenses. ...

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Do Vitamins Really Work?

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Charles T Hinshaw Jr, MD At times, one may read studies published in daily newspapers and news magazines that recommend eating a ...

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Hoyt Lee’s Journey

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Shawna Overbey, Hoyt Lee’s Mother “There’s something ‘BIG’ behind his left eye,” the pediatric ophthalmologist exclaimed.  “We ...

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Intravenous Vitamin C in Cancer and Chronic Infections

Posted on March 3, 2016 Intravenous Vitamin C in Cancer and Chronic infections By: Paul S. Anderson, NMD © www.ConsultDrA.com 2016 Intravenously administered ...

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Vitamin C and Cancer

Posted on March 3, 2016 By: Jennifer Mead, ND and William Wassell, MD The Riordan Clinic is probably most famous for Dr. Riordan’s interest in furthering ...

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What Motivates Change?

Posted on February 5, 2016 By Karen Wheeler, APRN Why is it that humans have such a hard time changing habits? Why do we wait until a crisis before taking action? ...

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The Miracle of Magnesium

Posted on February 1, 2016 by Dr. Thomas E. Levy, MD, JD More quality supplements are available to the health-seeking consumer today than ever before. These ...

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Let Us Count the Ways to Boost your Magnesium

Posted on February 1, 2016 By Krystal Shaw A review of the forms that magnesium comes in, routes of administration and common uses. Magnesium comes in many forms, ...

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Will I always be pre-diabetic?

Posted on January 19, 2016 “Once you’re pre diabetic are you for life? Does medication help keep you from becoming full on diabetic? What dietary ...

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Chelation Therapy

Posted on January 14, 2016 By Annette Chlumsky, RN Chelation therapy using the synthetic amino acid known as EDTA (ethylene diamine tetracetic acid) intravenously ...

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Keep Your Pump and Pipes Working

Posted on January 14, 2016 By Karen Wheeler APRN When I was a nursing student back in the early 1980’s, one of my first rotations was in Coronary Care.  I fell in ...

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Keeping Your Pump and Pipes Working

Posted on January 1, 2016 By Karen Wheeler, APRN When I was a nursing student back in the early 1980’s, one of my first rotations was in Coronary Care. I fell in ...

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Sammy’s Very Sick

Posted on December 1, 2015 By Verne Harnish The following is an excerpt from a November 6th email titled “Verne’s Insights” and written by businessman and ...

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Why is the Body Attacking Itself?” A Discussion About Autoimmune Disorders

Posted on November 1, 2015 By Karen Wheeler, APRN One of the leading causes of chronic health problems in this country is autoimmune disorders. The American ...

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Patient Profile – Nutrigenomics

Posted on October 23, 2015 Neutrogenomics is a branch of nutritional genomics and is the study of the effects of food and food constituents on gene expression. It ...

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Optimal Kids

Posted on October 2, 2015 We are in the midst of a crisis. We have a generation of kids that are disappearing before our eyes. Gone are the days where ...

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The Mouth-Body Connection

Posted on October 2, 2015 While nobody would deny that the mouth is a part of the body, it is nevertheless most notable how few physicians and dentists routinely ...

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How Food Affects Our Genes

Posted on October 1, 2015 By Dr. Ola Buhr The topic of nutrition has been my passion (and possibly obsession) and has peaked my interest particularly when ...

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The Super Probiotic

Posted on September 1, 2015 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. Are we human, or are we bacteria? Bacteria are the oldest living organisms on the planet. As simple ...

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Food Toxicity: What Can I Eat?

Posted on June 1, 2015 By Dr. Ola Buhr Our modern day foods at the super market are now inundated with chemicals and additives. At times it may feel ...

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Brain Health: How to Keep Your Mind Healthy Your Whole Life

Posted on May 1, 2015 By Dr. Anne Zauderer Our mind is a precious thing. On a very basic level, it is what keeps us alive by regulating our basic functions: ...

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Brain Health: How to Keep Your Mind Healthy Your Whole Life

Posted on May 1, 2015 By Dr. Anne Zauderer Our mind is a precious thing. On a very basic level, it is what keeps us alive by regulating our basic functions: ...

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Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth – SIBO: Putting Things Back in Order

Posted on April 1, 2015 By Karen Wheeler, APRN The human body is an amazing thing. We actually have about 100 trillion of cells in our body but only one in 10 ...

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The Cure to Alzheimer’s Disease

Posted on March 1, 2015 By Dr. Jennifer Kaumeyer I could write for days on this topic giving you information that you could probably just ‘google’. Instead, I ...

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The Cure to Alzheimer’s Disease

Posted on March 1, 2015 By Dr. Jennifer Kaumeyer I could write for days on this topic giving you information that you could probably just ‘google’. Instead, I ...

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Beating the Sugar Blues

Posted on February 1, 2015 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. “Beating the Sugar Blues” is a book on hypoglycemia published in 2001. Two MDs, Lincoln and Eaddy, made the ...

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No Deaths From Vitamins. Absolutely None.

Posted on January 14, 2015 31 Years of Supplement Safety Once Again Confirmed by America’s Largest Database by Andrew W. Saul, Editor (OMNS Jan 14, 2015) ...

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Food as Medicine

Posted on January 12, 2015 The title for this article comes from a quote from one of the most historically famous physicians, Hippocrates. He said, “Let food be ...

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HCG Rx+ Weight Loss Program

Posted on January 12, 2015 In the year 2014, Dr. Kaumeyer and Medical Assistant, Pam Olberding’s HCG program was voted as a favorite by the Wichita Eagle Reader’s ...

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Natural Ways to Manage Symptoms of ADHD

Posted on December 23, 2014 Attention-deficit-hyperactivity disorder affects an estimated 11% of young Americans aged between 4 and 17, making it the most common ...

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Foreword to the Death by Calcium Foreword

Posted on December 3, 2014 Could the entire modern paradigm of osteoporosis prevention and care be based upon a false assumption? Were my aunts victims of a ...

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Conquering Stress by Renewing Your Adrenals

Posted on November 6, 2014 Take a moment and imagine this scene with me. It’s a Saturday afternoon, 72 degrees outside with a slight breeze, not a cloud in the ...

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Niacin and Schizophrenia: History and Opportunity

Posted on November 4, 2014 (OMNS Oct 27, 2014) Schizophrenia is usually treated with prescription antipsychotic drugs, many of which produce severe adverse ...

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Patient Profile

Posted on September 24, 2014 More than 10 million people are currently living with cancer in the United States. Many factors beyond our control contribute to the ...

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Ebola, Enterovirus, Dirty Dishes and Plague

Posted on September 23, 2014 (OMNS Sept 13, 2014) If Abraham Lincoln were to describe the germ theory, I think he might have put it something like this: "You can ...

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Cancer Has a Sweet Tooth

Posted on September 18, 2014 In 1931, the Nobel Prize in Medicine was awarded to a German scientist, Otto Warburg, Ph.D. He discovered that cancer cells have a ...

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Obesity and the Risk of Cancer

Posted on September 15, 2014 According to the World Health Organization (WHO) criteria, a BMI greater than or equal to 25kg/m2 is overweight, while obesity is ...

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Invest In the Vision

Posted on September 10, 2014 We are pleased to continue showcasing Kansas artists. The artwork adds color to Riordan Clinic waiting and treatment areas and “feeds ...

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The Clinical Impact of Vitamin C: My Personal Experiences as a Physician

Posted on September 9, 2014 My ongoing relationship with vitamin C now spans a full 20 years, when I first met Dr. Hal Huggins, a pioneering dentist who opened my ...

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The Fat Truth about Cancer and Obesity!

Posted on September 2, 2014 One study, using NCI Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) data, estimated that in 2007 in the United States, about 34,000 ...

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Obesity and the Risk of Cancer

Posted on September 1, 2014 By Nina Mikirova According to the World Health Organization (WHO) criteria, a BMI greater than or equal to 25kg/m2 is overweight, while ...

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Bio-Center Laboratory

Posted on August 9, 2014 As you have read, the gastrointestinal tract is complex, and is a vital part of the immune system. Many functions of the ...

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How Your Gut Affects Your Immune System…And Makes You Sick

Posted on August 1, 2014 Ever wonder what really happens to food after you eat it? It’s kind of a mystery how our body turns a delicious hamburger into, well, ...

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Laropiprant is the Bad One; Niacin is/was/will always be the Good One

Posted on July 30, 2014 Niacin has been used for over 60 years in tens of thousands of patients with tremendously favorable therapeutic benefit (Carlson 2005). ...

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Know Your Nutrients: Riordan Clinic Iodine 12.5

Posted on July 29, 2014 Iodine is an essential nutrient,meaning that we do not produce it internally and we have to get it from our food. Unfortunately, our ...

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Patient Profile

Posted on July 23, 2014 A certain amount of sex hormones are needed to complete conception (man + women= baby). Testosterone helps men have the strength to ...

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Bio-Center Laboratory

Posted on July 18, 2014 In our lead article on hormone loss, Dr. Mike Bauerschmidt recommends determination of hormone levels as an essential part of aging ...

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Your Hormones: Why You Need Them, Why You Can't Live Without Them

Posted on July 15, 2014 We human beings are a curious bunch. By “curious” I mean, not only that we want to know why things happen, how things happen or why ...

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Invest In The Vision

Posted on July 11, 2014 Are you interested in a simple way to quickly donate to Riordan Clinic at no extra cost to you? The answer is easy with AmazonSmile.

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Holistic Approaches to Hormone Therapy

Posted on July 7, 2014 Japanese women, whose diets are high in plant-derived estrogens, particularly soy, experience little menopausal discomfort and report ...

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Have a Safe and Happy Independence Day

Posted on July 3, 2014 Our offices will be closed on Friday, July 4 so that our employees may celebrate our country's freedom with their families and friends. ...

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Riordan Clinic D3/K2: The Birth of a Superhero Combo

Posted on July 3, 2014 The privately formulated Riordan Clinic vitamin D3/K2 combines the amazing healing capacity and safety of vitamin D and K into the ...

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Your Hormones: Why You Need Them, Why You Can’t Live Without Them

Posted on July 1, 2014 By Mike Bauerschmidt, M.D., C.C.T We human beings are a curious bunch. By “curious” I mean, not only that we want to know why things ...

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Is Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM) "Legitimate"?

Posted on June 26, 2014 On April 24th, Dr. Mark Mosley wrote an opinion piece in the Wichita Eagle newspaper declaring that “vitamins, minerals, herbs, ...

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Patient Profile

Posted on June 24, 2014 We have all been told about the benefits of a healthy diet, but can we say we listen? What if you were told the benefits of cutting out ...

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Sugar, Obesity, and Pain

Posted on June 22, 2014 Why do modern nutritionists want to deprive us of sugar? Are they just mean? Who would “steal candy from a baby"? Babies love sweets! ...

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Bio-Center Laboratory

Posted on June 20, 2014 Obesity is associated with a lengthy array of abnormalities (e.g. sugar levels) many of which can be measured through laboratory ...

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The Sweet Truth about Sugar and Pain

Posted on June 19, 2014 Beyond weight gain, sugar can be attributed to feelings of fatigue, stress, irritability, mood swings, difficulty sleeping, and joint ...

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Epstein-Barr Virus: Fighting Back with Vitamin C

Posted on June 2, 2014 We've all heard of the Epstein-Barr virus, but what is it and who gets it? According to the CDC, Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), also known ...

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A Whole Life Approach to Diet and Exercise

Posted on May 26, 2014 There are many misconceptions about diet and exercise and America is facing an epidemic of obesity, high cholesterol, and a general ...

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A note from the lab

Posted on May 13, 2014 With this month's Health Hunter focused on obesity, here are the tests available for the evaluation of obesity:

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The Straight Skinny on Fat

Posted on May 7, 2014 Everyone seems so confused on what and how to eat. There has to be more than 100 different “diets” currently being marketed in the ...

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Orthomolecular Medicine: The Best Cost Effective, Rational and Scientific Choice for Disease Treatment

Posted on May 2, 2014 The current healthcare system doesn't work. For the past several decades medical practice in the USA has become excessively dependent ...

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2013/2014 Health Is… Winners Announced!

Posted on April 21, 2014 Once again, dozens of area 5th graders compiled essays on what health means to them in hopes of being awarded one of 3 monetary prizes ...

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5 Top Herbs for Natural Pain Management

Posted on April 21, 2014 There are many alternatives when considering avenues to manage chronic pain. Herbal Therapy is one area that is rapidly growing in ...

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Patient Profile: Weaning Off Pain Meds

Posted on April 18, 2014 Riordan Clinic staff had the pleasure of meeting a co-learner who had sustained a lot of sport injuries and had been in a car accident. ...

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How to Naturally Manage Pain: Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy

Posted on April 18, 2014 PAIN!! Just the sound of it can invoke a horrible, gut-wrenching feeling. For as much as we know about pain and ways to mediate it, it ...

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IVC and Sepsis… a follow-up

Posted on April 16, 2014 Last week we posted about IVC and Sepsis and a phase 1 safety trial on the use of IVC in patients with severe sepsis that has been ...

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IVC and Sepsis in the News

Posted on April 11, 2014 You may have heard about the recent case of an Australian swimmer with a potentially deadly sepsis infection he contracted during a ...

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Supplements Accelerate Benzodiazepine Withdrawal: A Case Report and Biochemical Rationale

Posted on March 26, 2014 A middle-aged male had success rapidly reducing fast-acting alprazolam (Xanax) dosage by taking very high doses of niacin, along with ...

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Attention Health Care Professionals – Riordan IVC & Cancer Symposium

Posted on March 25, 2014 Three days of lectures, conversations, and camaraderie with other medical professionals who use high-dose vitamin C in their practices. ...

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Holistic Approaches to Combat Ulcers

Posted on March 24, 2014 Relying solely on medication to heal your ulcer is probably not a good idea. Lifestyle changes can immediately reduce symptoms, and if ...

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Patient Profile: Stomach upset, reflux, embarrassing gas…oh my!

Posted on March 22, 2014 Did you know that approximately 60% of the adult population will experience some type of gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD) within ...

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Bitter Herbs for Better Digestion

Posted on March 19, 2014 Today’s modern medicine is incredible for all that has been discovered about the body. However, even without modern science, our ...

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Why Your Stomach Acid Is Important

Posted on March 7, 2014 I am reasonably certain that, from time to time, most of us have suffered from acid reflux. Here I am talking about the simple ...

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Why Your Stomach Acid is Important

Posted on March 1, 2014 By Mike Bauerschmidt, M.D., C.C.T     I am reasonably certain that, from time to time, most of us have suffered from acid ...

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From the Bio-Center Lab: Know Your Nutrients

Posted on February 24, 2014 Vitamin C is a water-soluble compound that human bodies cannot produce, and hence must be included in our diets or supplements. It ...

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New Art on Display

Posted on February 21, 2014 New Art on Display

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Patient Profile: Fighting Fatigue with Intravenous Vitamin C

Posted on February 19, 2014 Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is a common human virus in the herpes family of viruses, including those that cause cold sores and chicken ...

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A Timeline of Vitamin Medicine

Posted on February 17, 2014 Don't get bogged down by silly claims that multiple vitamins kill, or that antioxidants are bad for you. It is high time to take a look ...

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Vitamin C—Nature's Viral Enemy

Posted on February 13, 2014 Each person's need for vitamin C differs because of genetics and individual biochemistry. Further, our bodies undergo different ...

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Vitamin C and Chemotherapy in the News

Posted on February 12, 2014 You may have noticed lately that intravenous vitamin C (IVC) and its effectiveness as a complementary treatment to chemotherapy are in ...

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High-dose Intravenous Vitamin C as a Successful Treatment of Viral Infections

Posted on February 6, 2014 Do you know that injections of mega doses of vitamin C were successfully used in treating polio, diphtheria, herpes zoster (shingles), ...

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Three Ways to Feed Your Thyroid Coconut Oil

Posted on January 14, 2014 In a prior article, entitled Foods to Naturally Support Thyroid Health, I reported the incident of mild hypothyroidism in the United ...

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If My Thyroid Is Normal, Why Do I Feel So Bad?

Posted on January 7, 2014 Type “hypothyroidism symptoms” in a Google search. You will get the following list from the website of the prestigious Mayo Clinic, ...

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If My Thyroid Is Normal, Why Do I Feel So Bad?

Posted on January 1, 2014 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. Type “hypothyroidism symptoms” in a Google search. You will get the following list from the website of the ...

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Patient Profile: 21 Day Detox

Posted on January 1, 2014 In October, we began offering a 21 Day Detox Program here at Riordan Clinic. It has wonderful benefits, such as improved energy, better ...

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Chelation and Metal Intoxication

Posted on December 27, 2013 In an industrialized society like ours, a wide variety of contaminants are released into the environment every day. The sources of ...

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3 Easy Home Detox Baths

Posted on December 17, 2013 Winter is quickly approaching and now is a great time to try a home detoxification regimen that will prime your immunity and cleanse ...

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How Do I Know if I am Toxic?

Posted on December 11, 2013 I have had many people ask me, “How do I know if I am toxic?” The correct question, however, is, “How toxic am I?” We are surrounded ...

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Invest in the Vision: A Note on Year End Giving

Posted on December 9, 2013 A note from Paula Smith, Development Director Thank you to the individuals, corporations and foundations for your support during 2013. ...

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3 Natural Ways to Boost Immunity

Posted on December 2, 2013 It is cold and flu season again and one in three of us will suffer a bout with these dreaded bugs! As an alternative to a trip to the ...

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What a Physician Learned about Healing Himself

Posted on November 26, 2013 I have a confession to make. I’m the last person I thought would ever be practicing “natural” health care. Just imagine, for 25 years ...

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Patient Profile: Vitamin D and Postpartum

Posted on November 22, 2013 As winter is upon us, the days are getting shorter and our time outdoors will soon become limited as we head into the dark seasons with ...

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Immunity and UV Light

Posted on November 19, 2013 I have always had immense respect for the human body and how intelligently the mechanisms collaborate to produce life. Every organ, ...

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Natural Methods to Boost Vitamin D

Posted on October 28, 2013 “Three out of four Americans suffer from low levels of vitamin D. African-Americans and Hispanics show particularly high risk—nearly ...

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Lunch & Lecture: Check Your Health Lab Test Results – Review

Posted on October 24, 2013 This Lunch & Lecture will explore laboratory results from the September Check Your Health event. Presented by Charles Hinshaw, MD; ...

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Nutritional Support for Anxiety and Stress: A Patient Profile

Posted on October 17, 2013 Having severe stress and anxiety can be more than just an obstacle to overcome; they can be completely overwhelming and interfere with ...

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Iodine, the Thyroid and Breast Health

Posted on October 11, 2013 After the thyroid, the breast is the second largest user of iodine. Scientific evidence connects inadequate dietary iodine with higher ...

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Vitamins D3 and K2 – The Dynamic Duo

Posted on October 7, 2013 Every fall, leading into winter, the sun sets further and further into the south. The days get shorter and the sun's rays diminish in ...

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Invest in the Future

Posted on October 1, 2013 “From the minute I walked in your clinic, I felt an unbelievable warmth and passion for others,” writes one patient. Another says, “I ...

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The First Step in Detoxification

Posted on September 27, 2013 Why Detox? Improved Energy, Weight Loss, Mental Clarity, Better Digestion, Healthy Skin Each year chemical companies in the ...

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In Gratitude

Posted on September 26, 2013 As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on many to make our vision a reality. So many come together to provide our patients with a ...

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Patient Profile: Acidic pH and the Battle Against Cancer

Posted on September 24, 2013 Whether you would like to improve your diabetes or cancer situation, lose weight, or just want to have more energy, you need a more ...

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The Development of the First Vaccine

Posted on September 16, 2013 The word vaccine may bring to one’s mind the notion of “protection from disease’” and rightfully so, as some death causing diseases ...

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Vaccines: The Short on Shots

Posted on September 12, 2013 There are certain rites of passage that every child goes through. Those moments that define childhood: losing a tooth, learning to ride ...

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September Specials

Posted on September 11, 2013 Check out our sales for September in the supplement store and at Marie's Cafe & Bakery!

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Lunch & Lecture: 17 Correctable Causes of Chronic Illness

Posted on September 9, 2013 Do you suffer from chronic illness? Are you looking for answers? Join us as Dr. Ron presents an overview of this innovative approach to ...

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Vaccines: The Short on Shots

Posted on September 1, 2013 By Anne Zauderer, D.C. There are certain rites of passage that every child goes through. Those moments that define childhood: losing a ...

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Did You Know? Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Autism

Posted on August 23, 2013 The term “hyperbaric” literally translates to “increase pressure.” It is a treatment modality that works by putting the patient in a ...

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Riordan Clinic Research Institute: ADHD

Posted on August 21, 2013 Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects approximately two million American children, and this condition has grown to ...

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Check Your Health: SPECIAL OFFER

Posted on August 19, 2013 Do you know your nutrient levels? Are you taking the right supplements?Find out at Riordan Clinic’s Semi-Annual Special Laboratory ...

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Autism Spectrum Disorders: The Brain Connection

Posted on August 15, 2013 If you were to profile two children who were diagnosed with “autism,” chances are each case would look very different. Some children ...

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Know Your Nutrients: Liposomal Glutathione

Posted on August 13, 2013 A naturally occurring protein (peptide), glutathione is made up of glycine, glutamine and cysteine. These amino acids act as an ...

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Art "feeds the soul!”

Posted on August 12, 2013 The June Health Hunters Newsletter told you of our plans to upgrade the look and feel of the Dome interiors with more comfortable and ...

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Complementary and Alternative Medicines for Autism

Posted on August 9, 2013 Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are both general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development noted in early ...

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Patient Profile: Autism

Posted on August 7, 2013 For most people, verbal communication and social interaction are tools used in their everyday lives. If you were not able to be ...

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Child Disorders: A Deeper Perspective of ADD/ADHD

Posted on August 5, 2013 If you look at the research, currently the cause of ADHD is “unknown.” Many articles you will read overly express that it is a chemical ...

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August Specials

Posted on August 2, 2013 During the month of August the Riordan Clinic Supplement Store and Marie's Cafe and Bakery are offering some amazing specials that will ...

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Lunch & Lecture 2013 Series: Are Bio-identical Hormones Safe?

Posted on July 9, 2013 Join us as Dr. Ron sheds light on what appears to be a blatant incongruity: how can something that is so life enhancing in our youth be ...

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Are Bio-identical Hormones Safe?

Posted on July 5, 2013 When I was a young teenager, it never crossed my mind that I and my fellow adolescents had extremely high hormone levels. Then . . . ...

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July Lab Special: Save 30% on our Estradiol Test

Posted on July 3, 2013 Estradiol, the most potent of the three female estrogens can be measured in both blood and urine. Sexual development and function, ...

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July Supplement Sale: Save 25% on Hormone Supplements

Posted on July 3, 2013 During the month of July take advantage of our great Supplement Special! Save 25% on hormone supplements.

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In Gratitude…

Posted on June 18, 2013 As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on many to make our vision a reality. So many come together to provide our patients with a ...

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Invest in the Vision

Posted on June 17, 2013 Since the Riordan Clinic campus opened nin 1985, the pyramid and geodesic domes have been icons on the Wichita skyline. Co-founders ...

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Holistic Pregnancy: Healthy Diet and Morning Sickness

Posted on June 12, 2013 Twentieth-century medicine dealt with child health and adult health separately says Dr Jack Shonkoff of Harvard University. What ...

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Know Your Nutrients: Prenatal Supplements

Posted on June 11, 2013 It is important for pregnant and breastfeeding women to meet the needs of a growing baby without sacrificing the vitamins, minerals and ...

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Patient Profile: Pregnancy

Posted on June 10, 2013 For many couples, when a woman is pregnant, those nine months are filled with lots of preparing and planning. Now think of all that ...

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June Bio-Center Laboratory Special

Posted on June 7, 2013 Advances in medical technology have made it possible to accurately measure nutrient levels in the blood and then make the connection ...

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June Supplement Special

Posted on June 4, 2013 During the month of June take advantage of 20% off of Pregnancy & Child Care Supplements

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Healthy Pregnancy, Healthy Baby, Healthy Children: Why Our Children Are Getting Sicker and Why You Need to Be Concerned

Posted on June 3, 2013 Children today spend more and more time inside in front of the television, on their iPhones, or playing video games than ever before. ...

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Sugar, Obesity, and Pain

Posted on June 1, 2013 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. Why do modern nutritionists want to deprive us of sugar? Are they just mean? Who would “steal candy from a ...

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Invest in the Vision

Posted on May 31, 2013 Your investment toward one of the areas listed below will enable the Riordan Clinic to continue its reputation as a leader in ...

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Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

Posted on May 30, 2013 The week of April 21st is National Volunteer Appreciation week. Erma Bombeck once said that “volunteers are the only human beings on ...

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Lunch & Lecture Series 2013: Healthy Pregnancy, Healthy Baby, Healthy Children

Posted on May 29, 2013 Why are our children getting sicker? How do we give our children and grandchildren the advantages they need from pre-conception ...

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Dr. Ron Hunninghake inducted into the 2013 Orthomolecular Medicine Hall of Fame

Posted on May 24, 2013 Ron Hunninghake, MD of the Riordan Clinic was inducted into the Orthomolecular Medicine Hall of Fame on Saturday, April 27, 2013 by the ...

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Holistic Approach to Slimming Down Your "Wheat Belly"

Posted on May 15, 2013 "Wheat Belly,” written by Dr. Davis, a noted cardiologist, explores the evolution and infiltration of wheat in our daily food. Today's ...

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Know Your Nutrients: Vitamin E

Posted on May 14, 2013 Most people know that vitamins are essential for normal growth and nutrition. While they are found in our foods, many of us do not get ...

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Patient Profile: Gluten Intolerance

Posted on May 13, 2013 Are people with gluten intolerance looking for an excuse for strict food habits, or are they just picky eaters? Probably not. Gluten is ...

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Bio-Center Lab May Special

Posted on May 10, 2013 Wheat belly or just plain fat? The initial result of this over consumption is a persistent elevation of our average blood glucose, ...

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May Supplement Store Special: Save 20% on Wheat Belly Books

Posted on May 10, 2013 During the month of May SAVE 20% on all Wheat Belly Books by Dr. William Davis. A renowned cardiologist, Dr. Davis explains how ...

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Lunch & Lecture Series 2013-Wheat Belly: An Unintended Consequence

Posted on May 9, 2013 Is wheat really that bad for you? Don’t we need those "healthy whole grains" that are so often recommended? Join us as Dr. Ron ...

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Wheat Belly: An Unintended Consequence

Posted on May 8, 2013 After you shower this morning, before you get dressed...stop and take a look at your body in a full length mirror. You most likely will ...

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Hypothyroidism: One Family’s Concern

Posted on April 25, 2013 Our genes play a significant role in the diseases we may one day develop. By living a healthy lifestyle, we can hope to lessen our ...

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Invest in the Vision-Matching Gift Received

Posted on April 24, 2013 This past January, Garvey Kansas Foundation and John and Jinny Garvey came forward with a $25,000 matching challenge. Through the ...

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In Gratitude…

Posted on April 23, 2013 As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on many to make our vision a reality.So many come together to provide our patients with a ...

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Herbal Support for Optimal DNA Health

Posted on April 22, 2013 Epigenetics is the science of tracking how a person’s mental, emotional, and cellular experiences can change, alter, morph, and direct ...

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Lunch & Lecture Series 2013-Check Your Health: Review Your Lab Test Results

Posted on April 18, 2013 In This Lecture: Meet Our Doctors. Ask Questions. Review your Laboratory Test Results. Riordan Clinic doctors will discuss laboratory ...

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Know Your Nutrients: Alpha-lipoic Acid

Posted on April 17, 2013 Alpha-lipoic acid is an antioxidant that helps the body turn glucose into energy. It is made by the body and found in every cell. In ...

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Riordan Clinic Announces Winners for Its Annual Health Is… Essay Contest

Posted on April 15, 2013 To promote enhanced health awareness in schools, the Riordan Clinic recently held its 3rd annual “Health Is…” essay contest for area ...

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Lunch & Lecture Series 2013- Epigenetics: Modern Day Lifestyle and Your DNA

Posted on April 10, 2013 Can we make lifestyle choices that will influence our genetic code – and that of our children? YES! Environmental factors can alter the ...

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How to Unlock Your DNA to Live Longer and Feel Better!

Posted on April 9, 2013 Nature versus nurture. What makes us who we are? In most circumstances, researchers agree that it is probably a combination of both. ...

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April Supplement Special: 25% off Select Supplements

Posted on April 4, 2013 During the month of April, take advantage of these incredible savings! 25% off Select Supplements all month long!

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Know Your Nutrients: Nasosympatico

Posted on March 19, 2013 Nasosympatico is a compound of thyme essential oil, eucalyptus oil, peppermint essential oil, and lavender essential oil enveloped in a ...

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17 Correctable Causes of Chronic Illness

Posted on March 18, 2013 Twice a year the Riordan Clinic sponsors a community lecture and an opportunity for non-patients to test their key nutrient levels at a ...

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Notable Herbs for Asthma Relief

Posted on March 15, 2013 Asthma is a chronic upper respiratory disease affecting the lungs and airways of roughly 20 million people worldwide, according to the ...

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Sinusitis: A Patient Profile

Posted on March 13, 2013 The comedian Robin Williams once said, “Spring is nature’s way of saying ‘Let’s party!’” However, for allergy and asthma sufferers, ...

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Lunch and Lecture Series 2013-Wheezing & Sneezing: Natural Treatments for Allergies & Asthma

Posted on March 12, 2013 Do allergies and asthma keep you from enjoying special activities? Do you hope to one day not rely on allergy medications? Join us as ...

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Allergies & Asthma: The Naturopath's Point of View

Posted on March 8, 2013 “Allergies” are the immune system overreacting to benign substances. Individuals who suffer from allergies do so as a result of a ...

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How to Unlock Your DNA to Live Longer and Feel Better!

Posted on March 1, 2013 By Anne Zauderer, D.C. Nature versus nurture. What makes us who we are? This has been a long-standing debate in the scientific ...

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In Gratitude

Posted on February 22, 2013 As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on many to make our vision a reality. So many come together to provide our patients with a ...

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We Are Expanding!

Posted on February 20, 2013 Are you, or do you know, a like-minded physician (MD, DO) interested in fulfilling the Riordan Clinic’s mission of “stimulating and ...

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Riordan Clinic Research Institute Update

Posted on February 19, 2013 In December the Riordan Clinic Research Institute, led by Dr. Nina Mikirova, published a study concerning the effects of intravenous ...

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Natural Arthritis Relief

Posted on February 18, 2013 After extensive research on the subject of natural arthritis remedies, the following arthritis formula was developed with the ...

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Know Your Nutrients: Turmeric Curcumin

Posted on February 13, 2013 Turmeric is best known as a spice in the U.S. and is one of the main components of curry powder. However, turmeric is native to ...

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February Patient Profile

Posted on February 11, 2013 It is often said that once you have a diagnosis, there is nothing you can do for it except suffer with it the rest of your life. ...

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Riordan Clinic at the 2013 Women's Fair

Posted on February 8, 2013 The Riordan Clinic will be at this year's Women's Fair! Visit booth C21 and talk to Riordan Clinic Doctors and Staff, learn more about ...

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Lunch & Lecture Series 2013: Managing Arthritis Pain

Posted on February 7, 2013 Do you wake up in the morning with stiff, achy joints? Does arthritis run in your family? Come and hear all four of our Riordan Clinic ...

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Arthritis: The Inflammation Connection

Posted on February 5, 2013 How many of you have had the experience of waking up in the morning with joint aches and pains? Well, you are not alone! Arthritis is ...

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February: This Month's Specials

Posted on February 1, 2013 Stop by during the month of February and take advantage of 15% off of supplements for Arthritis and 30% Boron and Strontium Trace ...

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Antibiotics May Not be the Best First Line of Defense!

Posted on January 25, 2013 Do you consider antibiotics as your last resort when feeling ill and fighting a flu bug or infection? For over 50 years, antibiotics ...

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Invest in the Vision: Opportunities for Substantial Gifts

Posted on January 23, 2013 Nutrition-based medicine is a solution for true health and wellness, and the Riordan Clinic has taken a leadership role in research, ...

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Patient Profile

Posted on January 15, 2013 In the spring of 2011, a young female in her early 30’s visited the Riordan Clinic seeking a life change through nutrition. Initially, ...

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Kombucha: A Fermented Tea Drink

Posted on January 14, 2013 This month we are spotlighting probiotics, which are “good” bacteria that reside in and on our bodies. I would like to introduce you to ...

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Making the Change: Indulging in a Healthy Relationship with Food

Posted on January 10, 2013 Obesity or excess weight is not a disease but rather a symptom of an underlying cause. Weight loss and acquiring a healthy weight are ...

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Know Your Nutrients—Probiotics: Are All Yogurts Created Equal?

Posted on January 8, 2013 Yogurt is a good source of probiotics. At least that is what popular health magazines would have us believe. I can’t tell you how often ...

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The Super Probiotic

Posted on January 7, 2013 Are we human, or are we bacteria? As simple single-celled microorganisms, Bacteria absorb nutrients from their environment, grow until ...

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January Monthly Specials

Posted on January 4, 2013 Take advantage of the Riordan Clinic January specials: 15% off Probiotics and 30% OFF a Lipids Profile. Offer is valid thru 1/31/13.

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Holiday Stress? Slow Down and Take a BREATH!

Posted on December 20, 2012 The holidays are a joyous time to spend with friends and family. Unfortunately, with holiday parties, shopping and travel, the seasons ...

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Ancient Home Cure—Clay

Posted on December 18, 2012 The use of medicinal clay in folk medicine goes back to prehistoric times. Indigenous peoples around the world still use clay widely, ...

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PRESS RELEASE: Study Finds High-dose Intravenous Vitamin C Reduces Pain and Inflammation in Those with Rheumatoid Arthritis as Reported in a Recent Paper Published by Riordan Clinic Scientists

Posted on December 17, 2012 This research, conducted by Riordan Clinic scientists Dr. Nina Mikirova, Dr. Joseph Casciari, Andrea Rogers and Paul Taylor, has ...

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Invest in the Vision

Posted on December 14, 2012 Thank you to the individuals, corporations and foundations whose support this year has meant health, hope and healing for thousands ...

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Folk Remedies that Work

Posted on December 12, 2012 Have you ever used folk remedies that really work? Many of us have heard of old folk remedies but have never tried them. Our doctors ...

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Know Your Nutrients: Peppermint

Posted on December 11, 2012 Peppermint, a hybrid between watermint and spearmint, is one of the most ancient of all herbal remedies. Dating back to the days of the ...

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In Gratitude…

Posted on December 7, 2012 As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on many to make our vision a reality. So many come together to provide our patients with a ...

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2012 Health Is… CONTEST

Posted on December 6, 2012 For a 3rd year, we are pleased to announce a wonderful opportunity for the students and teachers in your school. We would like students ...

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Lunch and Lecture Series 2012: Folk Remedies—Real or Imagined Medicine?

Posted on December 6, 2012 Folk remedies (or home remedies) are commonly found in all cultures. Some are bizarre, though most are very practical and have stood ...

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Folk Remedies: Real or Imagined Medicine?

Posted on December 4, 2012 I have organized this article into a series of tables. Each table is meant to trigger questions and ideas in your mind such as: What is ...

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Happy Holidays from the Riordan Clinic– SPECIAL

Posted on December 3, 2012 Happy Holidays from the Riordan Clinic. Enjoy 10% OFF our supplement selection during the month of December. Offer is valid in stores ...

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Folk Remedies: Real or Imagined Medicine?

Posted on December 1, 2012 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. When I was little and got sick with the flu, Mom gave me 7up and malts. I got to stay home from school in my ...

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Begin the Holidays with Breakfast

Posted on November 30, 2012 One of the easiest ways to improve your nutrition is to start the day with breakfast. A recent survey reported that 92% of adults ...

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Keep Healthy this Holiday Season

Posted on November 26, 2012 It’s that time of year again. With delectable temptation around every corner it can be difficult to maintain a healthy lifestyle during ...

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November: In Gratitude

Posted on November 20, 2012 As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on many to make our vision a reality. So many come together to provide our patients with a ...

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Polarity for Balance

Posted on November 19, 2012 Human Body Polarity is an emerging new science that envelope the secrets of past systems of healing and merge this knowledge with ...

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A Letter of Appreciation from Dr. Ron Hunninghake

Posted on November 16, 2012 Many of you sent your kind sympathies and condolences for the recent passing of my father, Elmer Hunninghake. I am so grateful for all ...

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November Patient Profile

Posted on November 15, 2012 Naturopathic medicine is based on the belief that the human body has an innate healing ability. The doctors who practice this type of ...

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The Riordan Clinic Hosts Its 3rd Intravenous Vitamin C Symposium

Posted on November 14, 2012 The 3rd Symposium on IV Vitamin C and Cancer, held October 5 and 6, attracted an international audience of 80 practitioners, including ...

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Know Your Nutrients: Probiotics

Posted on November 13, 2012 What are probiotics? Probiotics are microorganisms such as bacteria or yeast that are believed to improve health and are available in ...

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Jaw Pain: Not Something to Chew Over

Posted on November 12, 2012 The Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) rovides us the ability to not only open and close our mouths widely, but to also protrude and retract ...

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November Lab Special: Receive 30% OFF a Glycemic Control Panel

Posted on November 7, 2012 Save 30% off a Glycemic Control Panel that tests your glucose, hemoglobin A1C, and Insulin levels. These levels are closely related to ...

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Naturopathic Medicine, The Road Less Traveled

Posted on November 6, 2012 I come from a long line of doctors. But, how does a young woman with such heritage in the medical field become a ‘Naturopathic’ doctor, ...

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Lunch and Lecture Series 2012- What Is Naturopathic Medicine?

Posted on November 5, 2012 Are you tired of feeling miserable? Are you sick of being sick? Are you ready to find what the underlying cause is, fix the problem, ...

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November Supplement Special

Posted on November 2, 2012 During the month of November save 15% on fish oils, multi-vitamins, probiotics, vitamin C, and vitamin D! Offer is valid in our store ...

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Naturopathic Medicine, The Road Less Traveled

Posted on November 1, 2012 By Jennifer Kaumeyer, M.D. I am from a long line of doctors, five generations of allopathic medical doctors (MDs).  There is actually a ...

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Lunch and Lecture Series 2012- Brain Health: Ways to Treat ADD/ADHD without Medication

Posted on October 30, 2012 Why do children these days seem "disconnected" from their environment? What has changed in our world and in children's brains to cause ...

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Press Release: THE DEFICIENCY OF A SINGLE B VITAMIN CAN LEAD TO POOR HEALTH AS REPORTED IN A RECENT PAPER PUBLSISHED BY RIORDAN CLINIC RESEARCHERS

Posted on October 26, 2012 In research conducted by Riordan Clinic, rats were deprived of a single B vitamin to determine the side effects of such deficiencies. ...

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Lunch and Lecture Series 2012: Check Your Health Results

Posted on October 24, 2012 "Check Your Health" laboratory tests results provide a guide to supplementation and dietary nutrition to optimize your health. Come to ...

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PRESS RELEASE: High-Dose Vitamin C Reduces Inflammation in Cancer Patients Study Shows

Posted on October 24, 2012 Inflammatory responses play roles at different stages of tumor development, including initiation, promotion, malignant conversion, ...

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The Truth about Fluoride

Posted on October 23, 2012 Fluoridation of community water supplies is a hot topic, not just currently in Wichita, but for decades, nationwide. When this debate ...

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In Gratitude

Posted on October 22, 2012 As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on many to make our vision a reality. So many come together to provide our patients with a ...

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JAMA study: Multivitamins lower cancer risk in healthy men

Posted on October 19, 2012 A new study published today in JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association) found “daily multivitamin supplementation modestly ...

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Hugh D. Riordan Fund

Posted on October 18, 2012 Hugh D. Riordan, M.D., a tireless investigator for the use of vitamin C for cancer, infectious diseases and other disorders, founded ...

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Patient Profile

Posted on October 18, 2012 Having trouble sleeping? This problem is one shared by one of our Riordan Clinic patients. A female patient came to the Riordan Clinic ...

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Why Should I Care About Chiropractic Care?

Posted on October 16, 2012 Chiropractic deals with the master communication system of the body: the nervous system. The nervous system includes the brain, the ...

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Riordan Clinic Welcomes Dr. Anne Zauderer

Posted on October 15, 2012 The chiropractic adjustment is a specific, calculated force into the spine that removes interference and allows the nervous system ...

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Essential Oils to Stabilize Your Circadian Rhythm

Posted on October 10, 2012 Circadian rhythms are a physiological cycle built into every living species broken down into blocks of twenty-four hours, prevalent in ...

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Clinic Buildings Get a Makeover

Posted on October 9, 2012 The Riordan Clinic’s pyramid and eight geodesic domes have been landmarks on the Wichita skyline since 1985. Their bright white color ...

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Know Your Nutrients–Melatonin

Posted on October 8, 2012 What is Melatonin? Melatonin is a hormone made by the pineal gland, a small gland in the brain. It helps control your sleep and wake ...

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October Vitamin Special

Posted on October 5, 2012 Visit the Riordan Clinic in October and take advantage of this special offer: 15% OFF SLEEP SUPPLEMENTS!

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Lunch and Lecture Series 2012: Light’s Out: Understanding Circadian Rhythms

Posted on October 4, 2012 Circadian rhythms are important in determining the sleeping and feeding patterns of all animals, including human beings. Circadian ...

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WE ARE EXPANDING

Posted on October 3, 2012 Are you, or do you know, a like-minded physician (MD, DO) interested in fulfilling the Riordan Clinic’s mission of “stimulating and ...

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How the Circadian Rhythm Affects Sleep, Wakefulness, and Overall Health

Posted on October 2, 2012 Life on earth has evolved under the daily rhythm of light and dark. Metabolic, physiological and behavioral processes exhibit 24-hour ...

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How the Circadian Rhythm Affects Sleep, Wakefulness, and Overall Health

Posted on October 1, 2012 By Dr. Nina Mikirova, Director of Research Life on earth has evolved under the daily rhythm of light and dark. Metabolic, physiological ...

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Taking Prenatal Vitamins

Posted on September 24, 2012 Prenatal supplements consist of a variety of vitamins and minerals. During pregnancy, a woman’s daily intake requirements for certain ...

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Check Your Health: Sept 17-22, 2012

Posted on September 14, 2012 Are you getting enough vitamins and minerals in your diet? September 17-22,2012 is the Riordan Clinic's Semi-Annual Check Your Health: ...

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Aging Gracefully: Want to Postpone Your Expiration Date?

Posted on September 12, 2012 It has been said that,”Aging is like pornography—we know it when we see it.” True enough, but the question remains, how can we measure ...

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Lunch & Lecture Series 2012: Aging Gracefully- Want to Postpone Your Expiration Date?

Posted on September 5, 2012 What happens to our bodies during the aging process? How can we actively delay the process our body goes through as we age? Dr. ...

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Massage during Pregnancy

Posted on August 30, 2012 Therapeutic massage has been used for centuries to improve overall health, reduce stress, and relieve muscle tension. Pregnant women ...

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Gaining Weight during Pregnancy

Posted on August 29, 2012 Learn the clear range of what a healthy weight gain looks like to help them avoid pregnancy complications such as gestational diabetes, ...

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What to Eat While Pregnant

Posted on August 27, 2012 You may be doing great by already packing an alphabet's worth of vitamins and a mother load of minerals into your daily meals, however, ...

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Recommended Exercises during Pregnancy

Posted on August 23, 2012 Before beginning any exercise regimen, please consult your health care provider. If already exercising, an expectant mother may be able ...

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Lunch & Lecture Series 2012: The Truth About Fluoride

Posted on August 20, 2012 Does fluoride reduce tooth decay? Is it a harmful addition to our water supply? What are the risks to your family when drinking ...

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Banning Milk from School Lunches?

Posted on August 20, 2012 Nutrition should play an important role in the school lunchroom. After a brief interlude, it seemed like everyone was on the same page ...

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SAVE THE DATE: Check Your Health

Posted on August 17, 2012 Save up to 45% on our testing panels for a limited time only, and receive 25% off of all supplements on-line or in the supplement ...

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Drinking Coffee during Pregnancy

Posted on August 16, 2012 For those who can’t resist having a cup of coffee every morning, there is new research that shows that drinking coffee during pregnancy ...

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Eating For Two: Increased Nutritional Needs During Pregnancy

Posted on August 15, 2012 Pregnant women require increased nutritional needs for fetal, maternal and placental tissue growth and development. Unfortunately, ...

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Know Your Nutrients: Fiber and Pregnancy

Posted on August 14, 2012 There are many benefits to increasing the amount of fiber in your diet during pregnancy. Increasing fiber intake can lower blood ...

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Patient Profile

Posted on August 13, 2012 A healthy baby starts before conception. Many doctors will tell you that any woman in her child bearing age should be taking a ...

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Brian Riordan and Dr. Ron Present Pyramid on the Prairie

Posted on August 10, 2012 Memories and gratitude abounded as Brian Riordan, CEO of the Riordan Clinic, and Dr. Ron Hunninghake, Chief Medical Director, presented ...

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LUNCH AND LECTURE SERIES 2012: Treating Infertility Naturally

Posted on August 9, 2012 Over the past few decades, infertility issues have increased dramatically in our country. In 2002, 7.3 million or 11/8% of women ages ...

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Breastfeeding Suggestions & Benefit

Posted on August 8, 2012 Many new mothers worry about breastfeeding. How do you establish it? What do you do if you have nipple soreness? Is there a specific ...

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August Vitamin Special: 15% off of Prenatal Care Vitamins

Posted on August 7, 2012 This month receive 15% off select Prenatal Care Vitamins. Riordan Clinic supplements are effective, pharmaceutical grade, and physician ...

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A Healthy Appetite makes for Healthy Development

Posted on August 6, 2012 From the time of conception through the first year of life, a child undergoes an impressive cycle of rapid physical growth and ...

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Pre-Conception/Fertility Panel

Posted on August 3, 2012 Infertility is on the rise. Having these nutrient levels checked is a great place to start for individuals, both men and women, having ...

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Health Promotion and Lifestyle Change During Pregnancy -Healthy policy on maternal nutrition, smoking, alcohol consumption and pregnancy outcome

Posted on August 1, 2012 Many expectant parents are at one extreme or another when it comes to their lifestyle during pregnancy. For the best result possible, ...

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Practice Yoga during Pregnancy: Reduce Depression & Boost Maternal Bonding

Posted on July 31, 2012 It’s no secret that hormones associated with pregnancy can affect mood, but for some, it’s worse: 1 in 5 experience major ...

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In Gratitude

Posted on July 23, 2012 As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on many to make our vision a reality. So many come together to provide our patients with a ...

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Riordan Clinic featured in Wichita Family Magazine

Posted on July 20, 2012 The Riordan Clinic was featured on the front cover of the July issue of Wichita Family Magazine. Learn more about the Riordan Clinic in ...

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The importance of being well: PKM Steel Wellness Program

Posted on July 19, 2012 For over 35-years, the Riordan Clinic has focused on "...stimulating an epidemic of health." The following article was featured in the ...

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Patient Profile

Posted on July 18, 2012 In March, a 70-year-old man came to the Clinic with a chronic, and at times life-threatening, condition that kept a dangerous bacteria ...

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Ultraviolet Blood Irradiation (UBI): What does it do?

Posted on July 17, 2012 With this exposure to UV light, bacteria and viruses in your bloodstream absorb five times as much photonic energy as does your red and ...

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Did You Know? UV Light

Posted on July 16, 2012 Test your knowledge with these fun facts about UV Light. UV exposure is not all bad.

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July Lab Special:30% Off Inflammation Panel & Complete Blood Count (CBC)

Posted on July 13, 2012 Why should you have these levels tested? In general, all illnesses and injuries are accompanied by inflammation. This inflammation, ...

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July Vitamin Special: 15% Off Select Supplements that Help Prevent & Treat Infection

Posted on July 12, 2012 Each supplement, for sale in the Riordan Clinic Supplement Store, is a high-quality, pharmaceutical grade product and is carefully ...

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Know Your Nutrients: Cranberry

Posted on July 9, 2012 Known by many names, cranberry is a small, evergreen shrub that grows throughout North America. Primarily, cranberry is used for ...

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Pyramid on the Prairie: Book Release at Watermark Books

Posted on July 6, 2012 On July 13th, 2012, Brian Riordan will be giving a presentation at Watermark Books. He will be discussing Pyramid on the Prairie, by ...

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Lunch and Lecture Series 2012: Using Light as a Natural Antibiotic

Posted on July 6, 2012 When medicines have failed, this therapy has helped thousands.Early this year, the Riordan Clinic introduced a safe and natural therapy ...

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Healing with Light

Posted on July 5, 2012 Phototherapy is the medical use of light to activate the healing properties of the blood. Phototherapy has been used for over 80 years ...

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A Letter for Hope and Health…

Posted on July 3, 2012 A fitting tribute for her many years of service was to establish the Mavis Schultz Patient Scholarship Fund. Contributions made by ...

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Blast from the Past: Breastfeeding Increases Intelligence

Posted on June 29, 2012 A number of studies have suggested that there is a relationship between breastfeeding and development of intelligence in children. It ...

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Outrageous Folk Remedies that People Actually Believed

Posted on June 26, 2012 Editors Note: I thought this was a fun read. It was originally published in Readers Digest. I can't believe that people believed some ...

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The Overuse of Antibiotics and the Increase of Resistant Bacteria

Posted on June 25, 2012 Throughout the year, families experience various colds, sore throats and viruses. When visiting their child’s doctor, parents usually ...

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Blast from the Past: How to conceive a healthy baby

Posted on June 22, 2012 People want to reduce the chance of having a baby with birth defects. People want to have a healthy child. But how? This article was ...

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Patient Testimonial: Harriet, Wichita

Posted on June 19, 2012 Harriet has been coming to the Riordan Clinic for 8 years. An avid co-learner, she became worried when she noticed the formation of a ...

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Pyramid on the Prairie: A Riordan Clinic Publication Book Review

Posted on June 18, 2012 Pyramid on the Prairie by Dr. Craig Miner is a delightful manuscript detailing the history of the Riordan Clinic in Wichita, Kansas. ...

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Blast from the Past: Supplement improves fertility in women

Posted on June 15, 2012 This article was originally published in the October 2004 issue of the Health Hunters Newsletter. Fertility is an ever-increasing ...

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Patient Profile: Uncovering Infertility Issues as a Team

Posted on June 14, 2012 Editors Note: The following is a personal testimonial from one of our nurses detailing her struggle to conceive. One of the most ...

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June Vitamin Special: 15% OFF Fertility Supporters

Posted on June 12, 2012 Take this opportunity to stop by the Riordan Clinic Supplement Store and check out this amazing deal on fertility supporting ...

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Know Your Nutrients: Zinc and Fertility

Posted on June 11, 2012 As one of the most studied nutrients when it comes to fertility, zinc is an essential component of genetic material. Having a ...

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Blast from the Past: Zinc, folate boost sperm count

Posted on June 8, 2012 The following article was originally publish in the July/Aug 2002 issue of the Health Hunters Newsletter. Zinc is still considered ...

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Lunch & Lecture Series 2012: Treating Infertility Naturally

Posted on June 7, 2012 Over the past few decades, infertility issues have increased dramatically in our country. According to 2002 CDC statistics, 7.3 million ...

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In Gratitude

Posted on June 6, 2012 As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on many to make our vision a reality. So many come together to provide our patients with a ...

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June Lab Special: Pre-Conception/Fertility Panel

Posted on June 5, 2012 Infertility is on the rise. As seen in our patient profile article, having these nutrient levels checked is a great place to start for ...

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The Environmental Factors of Infertility

Posted on June 4, 2012 Starting a family is a goal of most couples, a way to express their love for one another. However, failure to conceive after 12 months ...

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The Environmental Factors of Infertility

Posted on June 1, 2012 By Jennifer Kaumeyer, N.D. Starting a family is a goal of most couples, a way to express their love for one another. However, failure ...

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What Your Nails Say About Your Health

Posted on June 1, 2012 Have you ever wondered how healthy you are? Well your nails can say a lot about your health. In the article, What Your Nails Say About ...

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Chemical Interference and Conception

Posted on May 31, 2012 Many couples today find it difficult to conceive. With roughly 10 percent of couples in the U.S. affected by infertility, it seems that ...

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Riordan Clinic creates a paradigm shift in health care system

Posted on May 30, 2012 An article recently published in the NY Times investigates current health care costs and improving access to preventive care. Current ...

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Prevention the key to ‘paradigm shift’ in health care

Posted on May 29, 2012 Earlier this month Dr. Ron Hunninghake, of the Riordan Clinic, spoke at Healthy Conscious Living, a Symposium sponsored by Pure North ...

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Going Against the Status Quo

Posted on May 28, 2012 The Riordan Clinic was founded at a time when holistic medicine was simplified as quackery. By going against the grain of traditional ...

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Blast from the Past: Low Thyroid and Heart Disease

Posted on May 25, 2012 What does low thyroid, or subclinical hypothyroidism, have to do with heart disease? A lot. For instance, people with low thyroid often ...

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Healthy Recipe: Grilled Angel Food Cake

Posted on May 24, 2012 Sacrificing flavor and indulgence has always been linked to "being healthy." However, it is possible to both remain healthy and ...

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Patient Profile–Thyroid Health

Posted on May 23, 2012 In December 2011, a young, single mom came to the clinic saying that she felt like “her body was shutting down.” She was suffering with ...

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5 Foods to Stock Up On for Ultimate Skin Protection this Summer

Posted on May 22, 2012 With summer fast approaching, protecting your skin is important. But other than lathering your skin with layers of sticky sunscreen, ...

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Foods to Naturally Support Thyroid Health

Posted on May 21, 2012 The thyroid gland controls our rate of metabolism and simple foods can either stimulate or suppress its optimal function. In ...

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Blast from the Past: Thyroid Supporting Herbals

Posted on May 18, 2012 While many think in terms of iodine and thyroid hormone when talking about the health of the thyroid gland, there are also some ...

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Vitamin Special

Posted on May 17, 2012 Each month the Riordan Clinic features a Vitamin Special that supplements the Health Hunters Newsletter topic. This month we are ...

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We Appreciate Our Volunteers

Posted on May 16, 2012 On April 18th, the 2012 volunteer appreciation luncheon was held at Café Comotara, where volunteers and members of our staff enjoyed ...

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May Lab Special–Thyroid Profile

Posted on May 15, 2012 Each month we feature a special lab test that relates to the Health Hunters Newsletter topic. This month we are featuring the Thyroid ...

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Know Your Nutrients: Thyroid Supporters

Posted on May 14, 2012 Hypothyroidism is a thyroid problem that occurs when the thyroid gland does not create and secrete enough hormones to maintain the ...

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Blast from the Past: Healthy Hair

Posted on May 11, 2012 What is the purpose of hair? One purpose is to keep our heads warm. Our brains are the most metabolically active organs in the body. If ...

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The Thyroid Link to Potbelly Syndrome

Posted on May 10, 2012 Potbelly Syndrome (PBS) evokes a rather benign, almost humorous, image of someone who has simply overdone the cheesecake or beer. A ...

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Lunch and Lecture Series 2012– The Thyroid Link to Potbelly Syndrome

Posted on May 9, 2012 Potbelly Syndrome now affects 2/3 of Americans. Come and find out how you can improve thyroid function and overcome the germ that is ...

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Dr Ron Featured in Article-Doctors say take charge of your health: Vitamin D can prevent illnesses from occurring

Posted on May 8, 2012 Note: Doctor Ron was mentioned in this article from the Calgary Herald on April 20, 2012. Thought I would share!

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Press Release: Riordan Clinic Research Institute

Posted on May 7, 2012 Riordan Clinic scientists Dr. Nina Mikirova, Dr. Joseph Casciari, and Dr. Ronald Hunninghake have developed and patented a process for ...

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Riordan Clinic – A Finalist for the 2012 Small Business Awards

Posted on May 1, 2012 The Riordan Clinic has been selected as one of 5 finalists for the Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce 2012 Small Business Awards. The ...

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Toxic Sugar

Posted on April 26, 2012 A recent article in the prestigious journal Nature explains that sugar, especially fructose, widely available in soft drinks and other ...

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Is Your Soda Habit Effecting Your Health

Posted on April 26, 2012 Since its creation in 1886, Coca Cola popularity has steadily increased. As of 2010, an average of 1.7 billion people consume Coke on a ...

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Patient Profile: Benefits of Regular Exercise

Posted on April 17, 2012 Do you want to feel better, have more energy and perhaps even live longer? Then exercise! The health benefits of regular exercise and ...

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Is Smoking Hookah Worse than Smoking Cigarettes

Posted on April 12, 2012 Today’s younger generations in Western culture have eagerly embraced one of the most popular social pastimes in many Middle Eastern ...

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Being Self-Compassionate Creates Better Mental Health

Posted on April 11, 2012 A recent study found that people can live life in a more balanced way if they use self-compassion against negative influences such as ...

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Five Great Herbs for Fighting Depression Naturally

Posted on April 9, 2012 (NaturalNews) Depression is a ubiquitous condition that afflicts millions of Americans, many of whom have been convinced by the ...

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Lecture Series: Exercise, An Individual Choice. Learn to Love It!

Posted on April 6, 2012 We all know that exercise is essential for good health. We have put together a panel of experts to give you the chance to learn about ...

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Fuel Sources During Exercise

Posted on April 5, 2012 Professional athletes must eat many calories each day. Consequently, they can be lax with the quality of their diet. They will not gain ...

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Yoga, an Ancient Exercise Powerhouse

Posted on April 3, 2012 Hippocrates understood that no medicine could match the body’s capacity to revitalize and regenerate itself. Yoga, a 6,000-year-old ...

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Fuel Sources During Exercise

Posted on April 1, 2012 By Jennifer Kaumeyer, N.D. Professional athletes must eat many calories each day. Consequently, they can be lax with the quality of ...

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Join us for Casino Riordan!

Posted on March 29, 2012 Join us on Saturday, April 28, 2012, for an evening of fun in support of Leukemia Lymphoma Society Woman of the Year Candidate, ...

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Bananas: The Super Food Within Everyone’s Grasp

Posted on March 29, 2012 Bananas are a perennial herb and their fruit is considered a berry. A bunch of bananas is referred to as a hand. A single banana is a ...

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Patient Profile

Posted on March 27, 2012 In November 2011, a patient came to us seeking alternative treatment for her complaints, which included headaches, poor memory, muscle ...

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1st Annual Riordan Fun Run

Posted on March 23, 2012 This Saturday, March 24, 2012, the Riordan Clinic is hosting the First Annual Riordan Fun Run. The event is in support of Dr. Jennifer ...

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Eating Organically… Tips From the Nurse

Posted on March 22, 2012 This month’s patient profile discusses the importance of eating a healthy, balanced diet. Another thing that you can do to help with ...

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Know Your Nutrients: Organic Chocolate

Posted on March 20, 2012 Did you know that chocolate is a healthy super food and that it is full of antioxidants? Not only does chocolate benefit your heart, it ...

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HCG RX+ Success

Posted on March 15, 2012 Changes towards a healthier lifestyle should include a committed change to healthy eating. Teresa had reached a turning point in her ...

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Go Organic!

Posted on March 13, 2012 The best start to creating a healthier and happier life is to commit to healthy eating. Making changes in our eating habits can be ...

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Riordan Clinic Holds 2nd Annual “Health Is…” Essay Contest

Posted on March 8, 2012 To promote enhanced health awareness in schools, the Riordan Clinic recently held its 2nd annual “Health Is…” essay contest for Wichita ...

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Go Organic!

Posted on March 1, 2012 By Jennifer Kaumeyer, N.D. The best start to creating a healthier and happier life is to commit to healthy eating. Making changes in ...

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Psychological Research on Love and Its Influence in Adult Human Relationships

Posted on February 23, 2012 All my life I have been stereotyped as a “bluestocking”. So, I was surprised when I was asked to write this article about love and sex ...

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Know Your Nutrients: DHEA

Posted on February 21, 2012 DHEA is short for dehydroepiandrosterone. Made by the adrenal glands located just above the kidneys, scientists have known about this ...

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Enhance Loves Natural Biochemistry

Posted on February 16, 2012 One of the cornerstones to long term health and vitality is the formation of deep intimate loving relationships. There is a "magic" in ...

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HCG Rx + Success

Posted on February 14, 2012 Renewal of the self is a passage that can be liberating to experience. The result is well worth the effort no matter how difficult the ...

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Patient Profile

Posted on February 9, 2012 In 2008, a patient came to us seeking treatment options for polycystic ovarian syndrome, decreased libido, fatigue and restless leg ...

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Cultivating Healthy Relationships

Posted on February 7, 2012 Most people intuitively know that the quality of their important relationships impacts their health. Who hasn’t heard that famous soap ...

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Confessions of a Frustrated Pharmacist

Posted on February 2, 2012 I'm a registered pharmacist. I am having a difficult time with my job. I sell people drugs that are supposed to correct their various ...

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The War Against Nutritional Medicine: Why We Love Our Critics

Posted on January 31, 2012 When physicians criticized Linus Pauling for advocating vitamin C, Dr. Pauling wrote a book that became an all-time nutritional ...

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Every Good Doctor Must Represent the Patient

Posted on January 26, 2012 As part of their recent OMNS critique of the practice of "evidence-based" medicine (EBM), researchers Steve Hickey and Hilary Roberts ...

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In Gratitude …

Posted on January 24, 2012 As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on many to make our vision a reality. So many come together to provide our patients with a ...

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Bio-Center Laboratory—HCG Rx+ Blood Test

Posted on January 19, 2012 Before beginning your HCG Rx+ weight loss journey, several laboratory tests are performed by the Bio-Center Laboratory, our onsite lab. ...

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Riordan Clinic Research Institute

Posted on January 17, 2012 Over two thirds of Americans are overweight due to calorie rich foods and low physical activity. Obesity is associated with diseases ...

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Patient Profile

Posted on January 10, 2012 In March of 2011, a patient came to us seeking alternative treatment options due to his inability to lose weight with therapies that ...

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The HCG Rx+ Life Care Plan: A Prescription for Better Health

Posted on January 5, 2012 This is the beginning of a new year and the beginning of new resolutions. In past years, most of us spend the winter months ...

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No Deaths from Vitamins

Posted on January 3, 2012 There was not even one death caused by a vitamin supplement in 2010, according to the most recent information collected by the U.S. ...

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The HCG Rx+ Life Care Plan: A Prescription for Better Health

Posted on January 1, 2012 By Meg Fuson, R.N. This is the beginning of a new year and the beginning of new resolutions. In past years, most of us spend the winter ...

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DETOX: Natural Cleansing to Remove Body Toxins

Posted on December 27, 2011 Have you ever washed greasy dishes without hot water or dish soap? The dishes don’t get clean, do they? When toxic metals and chemical ...

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In Gratitude …

Posted on December 25, 2011 As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on many to make our vision a reality. So many come together to provide our patients with a ...

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HCG Rx + Success…

Posted on December 22, 2011 In June 2011, a concerned family visited the Riordan Clinic with the hope of gathering information on how they could do the HCG Rx+ ...

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Natural Skin Detoxification

Posted on December 20, 2011 Believed to have originated in the Orient, prescribed washing and bathing has been practiced to promote wellness for centuries. The ...

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HealthMarkers℠ Benchmarking the Biologic Determinants of Your Health

Posted on December 15, 2011 HealthMarkers are standardized and replicable laboratory measurements of an individual's biochemical makeup that represent the ...

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Know Your Nutrients: Glutathione

Posted on December 13, 2011 What is the most important molecule you need to stay healthy and prevent disease? It is glutathione. The funny thing is, you've ...

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Patient Profile

Posted on December 8, 2011 In September of this year, a 60-year-old patient with a history of non-Hodgkin lymphoma came to the Riordan Clinic with a multitude of ...

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HealthMarkers℠ Benchmarking the Biologic Determinants of Your Health

Posted on December 1, 2011 HealthMarkers℠ are standardized and replicable laboratory measurements of an individual’s biochemical makeup that represent the ...

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How to Avoid Environmental Toxins: “The Tacks Laws”

Posted on December 1, 2011 By Charles Hinshaw, M.D. The Tacks Laws sprang from the pen of Sidney Baker, MD. These laws furnish us a good introduction to the ...

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Bio-Center Laboratory at the Riordan Clinic

Posted on November 29, 2011 Did you know that the Clinic houses its very own laboratory? Since 1975, the Bio-Center Laboratory at the Riordan Clinic specializes in ...

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Two Vitamin C Tablets Every Day Could Save 200,000 Lives Every Year

Posted on November 28, 2011 According to the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) there are about 600,000 deaths from heart disease each year. Specifically, the ...

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In Gratitude…

Posted on November 24, 2011 As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on many to make our vision a reality. So many come together to provide our patients with a ...

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Healthful Hints from Dr. K …

Posted on November 22, 2011 There are many reasons why a child runs a fever. The body normally runs a temperature of 98.6°. Mild elevations can occur normally ...

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Insurance Premiums Down 25%

Posted on November 21, 2011 Health Insurance is a topic that everyone is involved in. A company who has asked for our help with incorporating a wellness plan for ...

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Vitamins Decrease Lung Cancer Risk by 50%

Posted on November 18, 2011 A recent study of the effect of B vitamins reported an inverse relationship between blood serum levels of vitamin B6, methionine, and ...

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HCG Success…

Posted on November 17, 2011 Since introducing the hCG weight-loss program in January, Riordan Clinic participants have lost over 2,400 pounds! Here is one success story.

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Seasonal Defense: Boosting Your Immune System

Posted on November 15, 2011 The weather changes in autumn, cold temperatures set in, and runny noses and sniffles start to seem like an epidemic. Is there a simple ...

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Know Your Nutrients: Echinacea

Posted on November 10, 2011 Echinacea is an herbal remedy. For centuries, people have used Echinacea to treat the common cold. It is believed that the plant can ...

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Flu Shots? Just the Facts, You Decide

Posted on November 8, 2011 Should you get a flu shot? This topic is constantly debated. What are the side effects? Does it really work? Although this seasonal ...

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Stay Healthy During Flu & Cold Season

Posted on November 3, 2011 Along with the coolness of the fall and autumn leaves comes flu and cold season. Let’s make this season your best year yet by enjoying ...

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Flu Shots? Just the Facts, You Decide

Posted on November 1, 2011 By Charles Hinshaw, M.D. Should you get a flu shot? This topic is constantly debated. What are the side effects? Does it really work? ...

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Lab Spotlight: Breast Health Panel

Posted on October 10, 2011 Do you have a family history of breast cancer or are you concerned about your risk factors? As noted in this month's articles on breast ...

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Breast Cancer: Environmental Estrogen

Posted on October 1, 2011 By Jennifer Kaumeyer, N.D. October is breast cancer awareness month. Usually this is the month that all doctors, hospitals, clinics, ...

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The Value of Nutrient Testing, or Why Didn’t Somebody Tell Me?

Posted on September 1, 2011 By Charles Hinshaw, M.D. Remember the old comment, “If I’d only known how bad it is for me, I’d have stopped drinking a long time ago.” ...

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James H. Tangeman Joins Board of Directors

Posted on August 10, 2011 The Riordan Clinic has announced that James Tangeman, PhD, will join their Board of Directors. The Clinic is delighted to have Dr. ...

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Nutrition and the Athlete

Posted on August 1, 2011 By Jennifer Kaumeyer, N.D. Very often athletes and those who exercise a lot feel that they can eat whatever they want. I often hear ...

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Going Global: Stimulating a Worldwide Epidemic of Health

Posted on July 1, 2011 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. “How in the world do you stimulate an epidemic of health?” Twenty-four years ago, I entered the gates on ...

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Treating Cancer the Riordan Clinic Way

Posted on June 1, 2011 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. “… it takes much more than logic and clear-cut demonstrations to overcome the inertia and dogma of ...

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Riordan Clinic Scientist Publishes Study

Posted on May 18, 2011 Riordan Clinic Senior Research Scientist Dr. Nina Mikirova had an article published in the Journal of Clinical and Experimental ...

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Riordan Clinic "In the News!"

Posted on May 17, 2011 Enjoy this recent KMUW 89.1 FM interview with the Riordan Clinic’s own Dr. Jennifer Kaumeyer and Donna Kramme. You can read the ...

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Riordan Clinic Doctor Wins Orthomolecular Doctor of the Year

Posted on May 4, 2011 Ron Hunninghake, MD of the Riordan Clinic was awarded the 2011 Orthomolecular Doctor of the Year by the International Society for ...

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Inflammation and You

Posted on May 1, 2011 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. When we cut ourselves, we expect the cut to heal. This is due to a finely orchestrated sequence of events ...

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Ubiquinol and Your Heart

Posted on February 1, 2011 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. CoQ10, ubiquinone, and now… ubiquinol: these are the names of a 35-year-old nutrient. In this article, I hope ...

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Introducing the Riordan Clinic HCG Weight Loss Intervention

Posted on January 1, 2011 By Penny Lasater It’s the beginning of a new year and resolutions are on every ones’ mind. A 2002 report, published in the Journal of ...

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The Clinic Roots

Posted on November 1, 2010 By Renee Riordan Olmstead The Riordan Clinic began as the incredibly fortunate intersection of a dream and a vision. The dream was that ...

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Do You Have a Family History of Breast Cancer?

Posted on October 1, 2010 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. One in three Americans will get cancer in their lifetime; one in four will die from it. Just thirty years ago, ...

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Brian Riordan Steering Riordan Clinic to Financial Health

Posted on September 20, 2010 The CEO of the Riordan Clinic discusses improvement in the overall financial health of the business. ...

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Dr. Ron Hunninghake – Hometown Boy Makes Good

Posted on September 8, 2010 This story could be titled “Small town boy makes good” but a title of “Small town boy does good” might be more fitting when referring ...

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Press Release: "Check Your Health" Lab Testing Event

Posted on September 2, 2010 Nutrient deficiencies have been shown to suppress immune system function, which contributes to chronic disease. Mainstream medicine ...

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Hyperbaric Chamber Therapy

Posted on September 1, 2010 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. One of two in Wichita, Kansas, our hyperbaric chamber is truly unique. Hyperbaric therapy was originally used ...

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Press Release: Naturopathic Medicine Lecture

Posted on August 16, 2010 The Riordan Clinic at 3100 N Hillside in Wichita, KS is hosting a Lunch and Lecture with Dr. Chad Krier entitled Naturopathic Medicine ...

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Kansas.com: Five Questions with Brian Riordan

Posted on August 16, 2010 A Riordan is back in charge at the Center for the Improvement of Human Functioning International. Brian Riordan recently was named ...

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Principles of Naturopathic Medicine

Posted on August 1, 2010 By Chad Krier N.D., D.C. Naturopathic medicine is based on the belief that the human body has an innate healing ability. Naturopathic ...

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Dr. Ron Group Exploration

Posted on July 9, 2010 Unfortunately stress is a contributing factor to chronic illness - and we all have stress in our daily lives! This workshop is intended ...

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IV – Through the Vein

Posted on July 1, 2010 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. What is IV nutrition? IV is an abbreviation for “intravenous–through the vein.” Nutrition means “those natural ...

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New Riordan Clinic Laboratory director named

Posted on June 14, 2010 As of June 14, 2010, Dr. Charles Hinshaw will be overseeing the Riordan Clinic Laboratory, as Laboratory Director. Dr. Hinshaw was the ...

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"The Domes" get a new name

Posted on June 11, 2010 Today in the Wichita Eagle the Riordan Clinic formally announced its name change after 35 years as The Center for the Improvement of ...

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Vitamin D and Your Health

Posted on June 8, 2010 Today there is a great article on vitamin D in the Wichita Eagle (link below). Since 1975 the Riordan Clinic has pioneered the use of ...

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What can vitamin D do for you?

Posted on June 1, 2010 The June 2010 issue of the Panminerva Medica journal features a journal article authored by three members of the Riordan Clinic ...

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Lifestyle Care

Posted on June 1, 2010 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. We as an American society are at a critical tipping point.  Do we ignore the potentially devastating status of ...

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Dr. Ron Hunninghake Makes a Radio Appearance

Posted on May 25, 2010 WOR NewsTalk 710, a radio station based in New York City, recently invited Dr. Ron to speak on inflammation, along with Jack Challem, ...

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New name and website for a revitalized organization!

Posted on May 21, 2010 On Friday, May 21, the Riordan Clinic unveiled a new name and website. After 35 years being known as "The Center for the Improvement of ...

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Celiac Disease and Gluten Sensitivity

Posted on May 1, 2010 By Rebecca K. Kirby, M.D., M.S., R.D. Gluten sensitivity and the autoimmune disorder called celiac or sprue affects approximately 1 in ...

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If We Only Had a Brain

Posted on April 1, 2010 By Marilyn Landreth, M.A. Human beings are different from other species in many ways.  One way we are different is that we are always ...

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Mushrooms For Nutrition and Cancer Prevention

Posted on March 1, 2010 By Donald R. Davis, Ph.D. Mushrooms are unusually rich in both nutrients and unusual phytochemicals that likely have many health ...

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CoQ10: The Energy Nutrient

Posted on February 1, 2010 By Chad Krier, N.D., D.C. Coenzyme Q10 is a fat-soluble vitamin-like substance present in every cell of the body. It serves as a ...

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Feed the Brain and Lift the Mood

Posted on January 1, 2010 By Rebecca K. Kirby, M.D., M.S., R.D. Sometimes after the holidays, people have a sense of slump. It may be just a change from the ...

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Genetically Modified Foods – A Good Idea?

Posted on November 1, 2009 By Donald R. Davis, Ph.D. Genetically modified foods are one kind of genetically modified organism (GMO), in which the genetic material ...

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What is “Health”?

Posted on October 1, 2009 By Marilyn Landreth, M.A. All the debate about Health Care Reform has reopened the question, “What is health?” Most of what is being ...

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Eat, Exercise, Excel

Posted on September 1, 2009 By Janine Kempker, Principal Eat, Exercise, Excel (EEE) is an award-winning leader in the area of school wellness that promotes ...

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Introducing “The Work”

Posted on July 1, 2009 By Mary Braud, M.D. Can you change your life by answering four questions? Author Byron Katie believes you can. She has been ...

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Getting the Fat Toxins Out

Posted on June 1, 2009 By Chad Krier, N.D., D.C. It makes sense that high fat diets are associated with an increase in weight over time, but is there more to ...

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Preventing Kidney Stones

Posted on May 1, 2009 By Donald R. Davis, Ph.D. In the United States about one in seven men and one in fifteen women will be affected by kidney stones during ...

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The Potbelly Syndrome

Posted on April 1, 2009 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. The Potbelly Syndrome (PBS) sounds like a rather quaint way to name such a vast and serious disease epidemic ...

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Vitamin C and Angiogenesis: New Research and New Mechanisms

Posted on March 1, 2009 By Dr. Joseph Casciari One of the keys to the growth and spread of solid tumors is a process of new blood vessel growth called ...

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Healing the Body with the Mind

Posted on February 1, 2009 By Mary Braud, M.D. Mind-body medicine, as it is known to some, offers great promise both as a healing modality and as a means of ...

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Fending Off the Common Cold

Posted on January 1, 2009 By Chad Krier, N.D., D.C. It’s that time of year again when the heating bills rise, the air dries, and we succumb to indoor activities ...

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What are Aluminum, Lead, Cadmium, and Mercury Doing in Our Bodies?

Posted on November 1, 2008 By James A. Jackson, Ph.D. According to Doctors Bralley and Lord in their book, Laboratory Evaluations in Molecular Medicine, the ...

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The Coffee Controversy

Posted on October 1, 2008 By Glen Hyland, M.D. Humans have been ingesting caffeinated plants since the Stone Age. Steeping plants containing caffeine increased ...

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The Secret of The Secret

Posted on September 1, 2008 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. The Secret is a best-selling book about the law of attraction. This law is not written in any physics book nor ...

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The Use of Endothelial Progenitor Cells as a Marker of Cardiovascular Risk

Posted on July 1, 2008 By Nina Mikirova, Ph.D. All blood vessels are lined with endothelial cells; the layer being called the endothelium. Both blood and ...

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Improving Your Cholesterol Profile

Posted on June 1, 2008 By Rebecca K. Kirby, M.D., M.S., R.D. The number one cause of death in the United States is heart dis ease. There are a number of risk ...

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Dr. Jackson has been named the 2008 Orthomolecular Doctor of the Year

Posted on May 2, 2008 Dr. James Jackson was presented the same "Orthomolecular Doctor of the Year" award making the Riordan Clinic the only institution to ...

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Alternative Approaches for Treating Children and Teens with Mental Disorders

Posted on May 1, 2008 By Mary Braud, M.D. Too many parents face the dilemma of medicating their children. Problems with school, difficult behavior at home, ...

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Nutrients and Depression

Posted on April 1, 2008 By Chad Krier, N.D., D.C. Depression is one of the most common emotional disturbances seen by doctors today. Around 25% of all ...

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Medical Research Award goes to Adult Stem Cell Scientists at a Kansas not-for-profit Organization

Posted on March 20, 2008 Scientists at the Riordan Clinic Research Institute, a division of the Riordan Clinic, received a prestigious award for a scientific ...

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Oxidants and Antioxidants: The Fight for Your Body

Posted on March 1, 2008 By James Jackson, Ph.D. As you are reading this article, your cells are having a raging battle for survival! This battle is taking ...

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Health, Stem Cells, and Menstruation

Posted on February 1, 2008 By Xiaolong Meng, M.D. How can we live better? How can we live longer? How can we live with out chronic diseases? In theory, there is ...

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TACT – Trial to Assess Chelation Therapy

Posted on January 1, 2008 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. The Olive W. Garvey Center for Healing Arts has been selected as one of over 120 national test sites for ...

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Stop Prediabetes Now

Posted on November 1, 2007 By Jack Challem, Ron Hunninghake, M.D., & Richard Passwater, Ph.D Dr. Richard Passwater is a nutrition researcher and author who ...

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The Amazing Amino Acids

Posted on October 1, 2007 By Dr. James A. Jackson Proteins are necessary for life in humans and all animals. Muscles, cell membranes, and proteins are made from ...

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Hypoglycemia

Posted on September 1, 2007 By Chad Krier, N.D., D.C. What do these symptoms have in common: weakness, sweet cravings, trembling, irritability, headaches, fatigue, ...

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Aging Bones

Posted on July 1, 2007 By Rebecca Kirby, M.D., M.S., R.D. As we get older, a normal part of aging is bone loss. Aging begins after growth stops. For the ...

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“D.A.M.E.” Your Food and Full Speed Ahead for Good Health

Posted on June 1, 2007 By Dr. James A. Jackson The old saying “you are what you eat” is true up to a certain point. It is very important to eat ...

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The New Patient Experience

Posted on May 1, 2007 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. In 1975, Hugh Riordan, M.D., the Center’s founder, envisioned a new paradigm of patient-centered care ...

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Top 20 Healthy Eating Tips

Posted on April 1, 2007 By Rebecca K. Kirby, M.D., M.S., R.D. You are what you eat. Consider these top 20 healthy eating tips. Number 20 is chew your food. ...

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Celebrating 20 Years of Health Hunter

Posted on April 1, 2007 By Richard Lewis Over the past twenty years there have been almost 200 lead articles ranging from acupuncture to wellness (We ...

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Blood Glucose Readings After High-Dose Intravenous Vitamin C

Posted on March 1, 2007 By Dr. James A. Jackson It has been discovered that high dose intravenous ascorbic acid (AA), at 15 grams or higher, will cause a ...

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A New Hypothesis of Cancer

Posted on February 1, 2007 By Xiaolong Meng, M.D. Current theories hold that cancers are abnormal tissues triggered by gene mutations. Standard cancer treatments ...

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Overdosed America

Posted on January 1, 2007 By Donald R. Davis, Ph.D. In John Abramson’s 2004 book, Overdosed America, he tells why he gave up his medical practice to write ...

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Thirty Years at The Center

Posted on November 1, 2005 By James A. Jackson, MT (ASCP) CLS, PhD, BCLD(ABB) & Ron Hunninghake, M.D. One of the first units of The Center for the Improvement ...

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Food Sensitivities Could Be Hurting You

Posted on October 1, 2005 By Rebecca Kirby, M.D., M.S., R.D. How many of us have reactions to the foods we eat?  There are any number of symptoms that one may ...

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Beat The Odds Laboratory Health Panels – Why Bother?

Posted on September 1, 2005 By James A. Jackson, Ph.D. The intention of most laboratory tests is to detect or monitor a disease. Only a few of these tests will ...

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Eat, Exercise, Excel!….What Does That Have to do with Health?

Posted on July 1, 2005 By Dean Dodson Three years ago I was privileged to encounter an innovative program that was architected by some very special educators. ...

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Does Vitamin C Act as an Antioxidant or Pro-Oxidant?

Posted on June 1, 2005 By Nina Mikirova, Ph.D. High doses of vitamin C are administered intravenously by complementary and alternative medicine practitioners. ...

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Healthy and Smart Vegetarian Eating

Posted on May 1, 2005 By Donald R. Davis, Ph.D. Throughout human history, some persons have chosen vegetarian diets for philosophical, health, and economic ...

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Oh, My Aching Back

Posted on April 1, 2005 By Chad Krier, N.D., D.C. If you suffer from low back pain, you are not alone. There are currently 75 million low back pain sufferers ...

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Know Your Nutrients: The Minerals, Part One

Posted on March 1, 2005 By James A. Jackson, MT (ASCP), Ph.D. Minerals are also known as elements and metals. The planet earth is the ultimate source of all ...

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Thirty Years with Dr. Hugh Riordan

Posted on February 1, 2005 By Richard Lewis At age 72, Dr. Riordan died Friday, January 7, 2005, around noon while working in his office. He had just sent a fax ...

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Facing Forward, Facing Backward

Posted on January 1, 2005 By Melvin D. Epp, Ph.D. Did you ever ponder the origin of the name of the first month of the year, January? I, also, never really gave ...

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Healthy Hair

Posted on November 1, 2002 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. What is the purpose of hair? One purpose is to keep our heads warm. Our brains are the most metabolically ...

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Osteoporosis

Posted on October 1, 2002 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. Osteoporosis is an epidemic problem. One third of American women will have a fracture related to osteoporosis ...

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Posted on September 1, 2002 By Jeanne Drisko, M.D. This is taken from a Lunch and Lecture Dr. Drisko delivered recently at The Center. Twenty percent of the ...

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How It All Began

Posted on July 1, 2002 By Marilyn Landreth, M.A. For a number of years the entrepreneur group at Wichita State University has invited Dr. Riordan to speak to ...

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Unhealthy Inflammation

Posted on June 1, 2002 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. When we cut ourselves, we expect the cut to heal. This is due to a finely orchestrated sequence of events ...

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Natural Fat Yes, Added Fat No

Posted on May 1, 2002 By Donald R. Davis, Ph.D. We all get daily messages -overt and subtle-that dietary fat is bad. Low-fat foods are in, and high-fat foods ...

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International Organization Honors Kansas Physician and Progressive Health Center

Posted on April 15, 2002 A pioneering Kansas physician, and the Wichita health facility that he leads, were jointly honored at a recent international medical ...

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Becoming a Co-Learner at The Center

Posted on April 1, 2002 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. Editor’s note: This is a letter Ron Hunninghake, M.D., sent to an insurance company to help a patient ...

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Five a Day for Better Health

Posted on March 1, 2002 By Melvin D. Epp, Ph.D. As a health incentive, during the month of November 2001, each Center staff member was encouraged to focus on ...

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Welcome Dr. Kaumeyer

Posted on March 1, 2002 By Penny Lasater Exciting things are happening at the Riordan Clinic! We are pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Jennifer L. ...

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Aging and the Loss of Energy

Posted on February 2, 2002 By James A. Jackson, Ph.D. To find the reasons that we age and lose our energy we need to answer several questions. The first question ...

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The Latest on Hormone Research

Posted on January 1, 2002 By Jeanne Drisko, M.D. Dr. Drisko is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Kansas School of Medicine and a Research ...

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Brain Boosters

Posted on November 1, 1999 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. We are born with a hundred billion neurons or cells in our brains and each neuron has hundreds of dendrites or ...

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Diabetes and Nutrition: Take Charge!

Posted on October 1, 1999 By Jeanne Drisko, M.D. The foundation for diabetic care is a whole foods diet, followed by lifestyle and environmental changes. To this ...

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Cellular Nutrition

Posted on September 1, 1999 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. To understand cellular nutrition, you need to know about Dr. Roger Williams. He was a brilliant nutritional ...

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Is Laughter a Nutrient?

Posted on July 1, 1999 By Sister Ann Cecile Gaume Many researchers would say YES! It nourishes us in BODY, MIND, and SOUL. There are over a hundred scientific ...

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Alternative Medicine 101

Posted on June 1, 1999  By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. Editor’s Note: This is taken from a Grand Rounds presentation at Via Christi Regional Medical Center. I ...

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Getting Rid of Chronic Fatigue and Other Chronic Diseases

Posted on May 2, 1999 By Hugh D. Riordan, M.D. Editor’s note: Last month, Dr. Riordan discussed the difference between standard and alternative ...

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ADHD and Other Meaningless Diagnoses

Posted on April 2, 1999 By Hugh D. Riordan, M.D. I would like to take a moment to orient you to one of The Center’s important perceptions. There is a big ...

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RECNAC Cancer Research Update

Posted on March 2, 1999 By Joseph Casciari, Ph.D. The RECNAC project marked its 10th anniversary in February with a Lunch and Lecture presentation at The ...

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Not Well? Could it be Candida?

Posted on February 2, 1999 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. To understand how candida could contribute to “unwellness,” a review of the gastrointestinal ...

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We Seek to Serve, Rather Than Fix or Help

Posted on January 2, 1999 By Hugh D. Riordan, M.D. I want to share an insight about what we are all about. It is the concept of serving which has been delineated ...

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You Can Cope with Anxiety

Posted on November 2, 1998 By Marilyn Landreth, M.A. Fear and anxiety are natural responses to any experienced or perceived threat. It is how you deal with them ...

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Headache: The Center’s Approach

Posted on October 2, 1998 By Hugh Riordan, M.D. As one who experienced severe migraine headaches for many years, the subject of headaches in general has been of ...

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Food for Thought for Kids

Posted on September 2, 1998 By Donald R. Davis, Ph.D. Can the typical diets of American children impair their learning, IQ, and behavior at school and home? The ...

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How We Got Into Parasites

Posted on July 2, 1998 By Richard Lewis If you don’t look for parasites, you won’t find parasites. Another reality-if you don’t believe ...

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Why EDTA Chelation Therapy

Posted on June 2, 1998 By Richard Lewis Before beginning to answer this question, you need a little background on EDTA, the active ingredient in chelation ...

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Premenstrual Syndrome

Posted on May 2, 1998 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. PMS is now a common household abbreviation. It refers to that time of the female cycle from ovulation leading ...

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The Cytotoxic Test…and Me

Posted on April 2, 1998 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. Almost 17 years ago, I got my first glimpse of “the cytotoxic test.” It was a sheet of paper ...

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RECNAC Cancer Research Update

Posted on March 2, 1998 By Joseph Casciari, Ph.D. The RECNAC project marked its 9th anniversary in February with a “Lunch and Lecture” presentation ...

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The Center’s Approach to Osteoarthritis

Posted on February 2, 1998 By Neil H. Riordan, R.P.A.-C Osteoarthritis is very common. At the age of 35, approximately 40% of the population has some form of it, ...

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Unraveling Fibromyalgia

Posted on January 1, 1998 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. Fibromyalgia is a “super diagnosis” because many people diagnosed with it often have chronic ...

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Imagination: A Tool for Change

Posted on November 2, 1997 By Marilyn Landreth, M.A. How many times have you intellectually known that you needed to improve your health by making a lifestyle ...

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Counteracting Cataracts

Posted on October 2, 1997 By Donald R. Davis, Ph.D. Cataracts are a leading, but treatable, cause of vision loss occurring primarily in elderly persons. Vision ...

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Depression Cured at Last,

Posted on September 2, 1997 by Sherry Rogers, M.D., Sheds New Light on an Age Old Subject By Richard Lewis “Anyone who has any symptoms of depression or ...

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Vitamin E, the Cardiovascular Superstar

Posted on July 2, 1997  By Richard Lewis Researchers recently gathered in Kyoto, Japan, to present their latest findings suggesting the emerging superstar ...

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Maintaining a Healthy Prostate

Posted on June 2, 1997 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. The prostate is a single gland, about the size of a chestnut, that lies below the male bladder. The prostate ...

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ADD, ADHD, and Other Improbable Diagnoses

Posted on May 2, 1997 By Hugh Riordan, M.D. All too often in standard medical approaches, when a symptom complex is given a name, in depth thought about the ...

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Natural Options for Hormone Replacement Therapy

Posted on April 2, 1997 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. There are approximately 30 million menopausal women in North America today. In addition, over 20 million baby ...

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RECNAC Cancer Research Update

Posted on March 2, 1997 By Joseph Casciari, Ph.D. The RECNAC project marked its 8th anniversary in February with a Lunch and Lecture presentation at The ...

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Good News About Preventing and Treating Strokes

Posted on February 1, 1997 By Donald R. Davis, Ph.D. Although the United States has perhaps the world’s lowest rate of stroke, strokes are our leading cause ...

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Nutritional Medicine for the New Millennium

Posted on January 2, 1997 By Richard Lewis For the last ten years, and maybe even longer, Hugh Riordan, M.D., has said about The Center, “We practice ...

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Can Imagery Help Heal?

Posted on November 2, 1996 By Marilyn Landreth, M.A. Does anxiety, depression, lack of social support, psychological distress, or a pessimistic outlook on life ...

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Rheumatoid Arthritis, The Center’s Approach

Posted on October 2, 1996 By Richard Lewis When I came to The Center, I suffered from arthritis for 25 years. My sister insisted I come since she had such ...

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Aging, A New Look

Posted on September 2, 1996 By Richard Lewis We all want to live along time. At the same time, we want to live a vital, full life to the end. A recent issue of ...

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The Marvels of Whole Foods

Posted on July 2, 1996  By Donald R. Davis, Ph.D. Whole foods are foods that once lived, eaten without broad changes in their nutrient content. They are ...

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A Look at Chelation

Posted on May 2, 1996 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. Chelation is a therapy to improve general circulation. Atherosclerosis is the medical name for ...

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The Riddle of Allergies

Posted on April 2, 1996 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. The immune system is our great internal sentinel. It is ever watchful against unwelcome invaders that could ...

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Seven Years of RECNAC Cancer Research

Posted on March 1, 1996 By Joseph Casciari, Ph.D. The RECNAC project marked its 7th anniversary in February with a Lunch and Lecture presentation by Dr. Hugh ...

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Antioxidant Vitamins and B-Carotene in Disease Prevention

Posted on February 1, 1996 By James A. Jackson, Ph.D. Many studies have shown the relationship between free radical generation (mainly oxidants) and some ...

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What is Alternative Medicine?

Posted on January 1, 1996 By Richard Lewis “The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, ...

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DHEA: What Doesn’t It Do?

Posted on November 1, 1995 By Ron Hunninghake, M.D. F or the past thirty years, research has been accumulating on the topic of dehydroepiandrosterone or, for ...

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Researchers Find a Key to Coronary Artery Disease

Posted on October 1, 1995 By Richard Lewis Insufficient levels of essential fatty acids (EF A) in the blood are a key risk factor for coronary artery disease ...

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More Support for Antioxidants in Heart Disease Prevention

Posted on September 23, 1995 By Richard Lewis   Two articles in recent issues of The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) gave a big boost to the ...

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Violence and Biochemistry

Posted on July 23, 1995 By Donald R. Davis, Ph.D. Regarding violence in our society as purely a sociologic matter or one of law enforcement, has led to ...

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It Is 100% Genetic and 100% Biochemical

Posted on June 23, 1995 By Richard Lewis “I am fascinated and bewildered by the great excitement in the scientific community whenever a disease related ...

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Phytochemicals – Plant Food Chemicals That Prevent Cancer

Posted on May 23, 1995 By Donald R. Davis, Ph.D. For over 100 years, “phytochemical” was an obscure, scientific word meaning “plant ...

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Getting Over Gas, Bloat, and Embarrassment

Posted on April 23, 1995 Excerpts from a presentation by Ron Hunninghake, M.D. Gas:  A fluid such as air that has neither independent shape nor volume, but ...

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Pancreatic Cancer Research Expanded

Posted on March 23, 1995 Excerpts from a presentation by Hugh D. Riordan, M.D. The receipt of a $52,000 grant from the New York based Wallace Genetic Foundation ...

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When We Speak, Our Body Is Listening

Posted on February 23, 1995 By Jon Sward, Ph.D. When we speak, or think, our body is listening. Every thought releases chemicals in the brain called neuropeptides. ...

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Rethinking Cholesterol

Posted on January 23, 1995 By Donald R. Davis, Ph.D. At mid-century, few Americans had heard of cholesterol, and fewer still worried about it. Cardiovascular ...

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