There are more than 100 types of neuropathies, with more than 20 million Americans affected. Polyneuropathy is typically characterized by symmetric distal sensory loss, burning sensations, or weakness, and symptom intensity ranges from mild to severe. While patients are eager to utilize treatments with little or no adverse effects, most healthcare practitioners are unaware of these options.

This presentation will provide an overview of the common causes of neuropathies and then will delve into effective “natural” interventions that have few to no side effects but that will mitigate symptoms and improve overall quality of life.

Joy, a profound state of being, has the potential to positively influence cellular regeneration, immune function, health, and longevity. Joy is a conscious choice. The KHOSH (Joy) Method of Longevity (developed by Dr. Darvish over 30 years of clinical practice) provides clinicians a systematic approach to addressing the root causes of physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual manifestations of disease to support the patient in optimizing joy to promote longevity.

There are more than 100 types of neuropathies, with more than 20 million Americans affected. Polyneuropathy is typically characterized by symmetric distal sensory loss, burning sensations, or weakness, symptoms ranging from mild to severe. Treatments with little to no side effects are not well known but are well sought after.

The point of this webinar will be to discuss an overview the common causes, as well as effective “natural” interventions, with little to no side effects that will mitigate symptoms and improve overall quality of life.

Modern medical science is delving into the myriad systems involved in maximizing our longevity. Current research renders fascinating insights into the minute details of homeostatic and regenerative processes down to a cellular and even a molecular level. Nevertheless, as our knowledge expands into the future, our path towards healthy aging is embedded in traditional wisdom from the past. Concepts familiar to older naturopathic physicians are resurfacing as new discoveries. Research is redefining, but also validating, strategies such as cleansing (liver support), fasting, and dietary interventions in support of healthy intestinal flora.

Naturopathic principles have much to offer in the realm of cognitive and metabolic resilience, and modern research enhances our understanding of the regulatory factors in cellular and systemic homeostasis. By building on these foundations, we can provide our patients with impactful strategies to prevent or reverse the cascade of inflammatory events leading towards systemic metabolic disorders and, in particular, their neurological consequences.

Recognizing disordered eating and addressing mental health and behavioral habits are crucial in the comprehensive care and treatment of obesity. This presentation will review the most common eating disorders, mental health conditions, and behavioral health concerns concurrent in obesity.

As life expectancy continues to rise, prioritizing emotional wellness is essential for not only achieving longevity but also enhancing overall quality of life. This talk will examine the deep connection between emotional health and physical well-being, illustrating how a focus on emotional wellness and self love can lead to improved health outcomes.

Self-love, characterized by self-acceptance, compassion, and the nurturing of one’s emotional needs, serves as a foundational pillar for mental and physical health. We will examine the barriers that individuals often face in cultivating self-love, including negative self-talk, societal pressures, and past traumas. By prioritizing emotional wellness, individuals can boost their self-esteem and emotional resilience, increasing the likelihood of a fulfilling and longer life. Emotional awareness and self-love are vital for making choices that genuinely support our health. Each person's journey to success in life, love, and health is unique, and these paths can only be discovered by tuning into one's own needs and feelings.

This presentation will discuss practical strategies for naturopathic physicians to help support their patients' emotional wellness through effective clinical inquiry and treatment. An exploration of the topic of self love as a treatment outcome will push clinicians to expand the scope of what kind of emotional support is possible in the therapeutic context.

This presentation explores the critical role of interoceptive awareness in children and its impact on emotional adaptability and resilience. Interoception - the ability to sense internal bodily states - is foundational for emotional regulation and overall health. By fostering this awareness, healthcare practitioners can equip children with tools to navigate emotional challenges and build resilience, leading to improved lifelong well-being.

This presentation will provide a comprehensive overview of the current research on interoception and its implications for pediatric care. It outlines practical approaches, evidence-led interventions, and interactive activities that can be seamlessly integrated into clinical settings. By creating an environment that encourages children to connect with their bodily sensations and feelings, practitioners can significantly enhance their emotional intelligence, leading to better health outcomes throughout the lifespan.

As we age, maintaining musculoskeletal health is crucial for preserving mobility, independence, and overall quality of life. This presentation will explore strategies for optimizing the health of our joints and soft tissues.

This dynamic session will reveal a powerful, data-driven approach to optimizing healthspan through targeted testing, lifestyle interventions, and advanced treatment strategies. The presentation will dive into the crucial role of testing key biomarkers—like telomere length, insulin sensitivity, biological age, and oxidative stress markers - which can unlock vital insights into the aging process, forming the foundation for personalized interventions that enhance both longevity and vitality.

Attendees will discover cutting-edge strategies like specific fasting protocols, precision-targeted exercise, and medicinal approaches that activate these cellular renewal and resilience, optimizing metabolic health and driving long-term wellness. Novel methods to accelerate autophagy and harness its full potential will also be shared.

Drawing from the practices of the world’s longest-living populations, this talk will also demonstrate how purpose-driven living and strong social connections can reduce inflammation, improve cognitive function, and promote cellular repair. Integrating these into patient care can dramatically elevate health outcomes.

A cough is the most common symptom reported in healthcare providers' offices. Unfortunately, the prevalence of cough has increased significantly since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Research shows that a cough can persist for more than four weeks, and in some cases, up to six months after COVID-19 infection. Chronic cough carries a significant global epidemiological burden. As naturopathic doctors, we provide effective alternative treatments for patients who have not experienced relief from conventional pharmaceutical therapies for acute or chronic cough. Integrating homeopathic remedies into our therapeutic armamentarium will greatly enhance our ability to treat various types of cough—whether acute or chronic, infectious or non-infectious.

Weight stigma and bias is present in all spaces of our culture - and particularly in healthcare. Being aware of how stigma and bias may harm a patient, their health and healthcare experience is essential at providing safe and effective care. This presentation will review considerations for morbidity and mortality in populations impacted by weight stigma and several ways to implement strategies to reduce bias and harm in a healthcare setting.

Clinicians have been taught to screen for osteoporosis in patients, but too often patients and clinicians don't understand how to evaluate and prescribe the most powerful longevity intervention at our disponsal: EXERCISE. This presentation will highlight the decades of research showing the benefits that exercise has to almost every organ system in our body. Key principles involving aerobic capacity, interval training, strength/power, balance, and stability will be discussed both in assessment and presciptive details. Myths will be busted and your ability to help your patients regardless if they are in their 30s or 80s will be improved.