HAPPY FALL TO ALL!!

This is a beautiful time of the year and certainly a busy one for YNC…  We have new doctors, therapists, staff, and programs to offer and introduce to you.   I hope you will be as excited as we are about these new services.

Dr. Nirala Jacobi will be on a 3 month sabbatical beginning December 18^th.

We are pleased to announce that Drs. Colleen Gagliardi and Rachel Oppitz joined our practice in October/November. They are in our residency program and will be directly supervised by Dr. Beeson.  Dr. Gagliardi is a recent graduate of Bastyr University in Seattle and Dr. Oppitz graduated from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, OR.

 Drs. Beeson, Gagliardi and Oppitz are happy to schedule appointments for any of Dr. Jacobi’s patients in her absence as well as accept new patient appointments to meet the needs of YNC .

Philip Simpson, M.Sc.,L.Ac., has joined YNC.  Philip has a Masters in Chinese medicine, and is a licensed acupuncturist, specializing in chronic medical conditions. We are happy to offer this important specialty to the Billings community.

Diana Gallardo is offering Feldenkrais classes and Greg Jahn continues with his Yoga class offerings.

“Kitchen Wisdom Naturally”, a new program, is a series of classes on timely topics taught by Dr. Colleen Gagliardi.  She will begin the series by teaching natural remedies for colds and flu.

Please check out our website: www.yncnaturally.com for all of the most updated information about classes and programs offered at YNC.

It is hard to believe but the holidays will be here in no time.  The YNC staff wishes you each a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.                  Kathy Toney, R. N.

NEW FACES

Dr. Colleen Gagliardi N.D. has joined the Naturopathic health care team at YNC.  Dr. Gagliardi comes to us from Seattle, WA, where she recently completed her education in Naturopathic medicine.   Dr. Gagliardi's specialties include botanical medicine, craniosacral therapy, energy medicine and nutrition. 

She is very excited to be teaching YNC's newest series of monthly classes entitled "Kitchen Wisdom Naturally", which will encourage "hands-on participation" in learning down-to-earth, practical, naturopathic healthcare tips and techniques that can be used at home for you and your family's health and well-being. 

Classes will encourage the sharing of the kinds of knowledge that used to be passed, generation to generation, while being together at the kitchen table.

Join us for wisdom, fun, and hands-on experience with herbs, hydrotherapy, cooking, and good food with friends.  Dr. Colleen is also an advocate for Naturopathic holistic family healthcare for the whole family-from elders to infants, as well as a proponent for community wellness.

Rachel Roberts Oppitz, N.D. has  joined the Naturopathic health care team at YNC .  She attended Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, MN. where she received a B.A.,  honors in Latin and Classical Studies.  She worked in a nursing float pool for several years attending to the needs of the geriatric

population in a long-term care and assisted living facilities. She then attended the National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, OR. And received a naturopathic doctorate degree in June 2004. Her areas of interest are nutrition and homeopathy. She is very dedicated to pediatric wellness and education.

She is also committed to diabetes prevention and treatment, along with a multitude of other chronic diseases. Rachel, Chris (husband), and Cascade (3 year old daughter ) are very excited to be joining the Billings community and YNC.

Both of our new residents will be happy to schedule a 15 minute complimentary visit to answer question for anyone interested in becoming a new patient

Philip Simpson M.SC.,L.Ac.:  has also recently joined the Naturopathic health care team He received a Master of Science degree after finishing a four year program in Chinese Medicine in Albuquerque, N.M. Phil is a Certified Acupuncturist in the

State of Montana. Please stop in or call with any questions or to make an appointment.

Brandi Remme:  “I just joined Jill the first week of October  working in the dispensary.  I have decided to add a change of pace In my work and look forward to learning more about Naturopathic Medicine”.

Lori : “Hi ! I am Lori Monson and the new receptionist at Yellowstone Naturopathic Clinic. I am new to the field of Naturopathy and am looking forward to all of the knowledge that I will be learning.  I am looking forward to meeting all of you”.

DETOXIFICATION

There have always been methods of increasing the body’s detoxification and elimination processes:  fasting to reduce

digestive and liver burden; herbs to stimulate the digestion and/or liver flow; sweats or hydrotherapy to increase the

elimination function of the skin and lymph system.

THE MOST VALUABLE MEANS THAT WE HAVE of increasing our level of health and protecting us from disease is through maintaining optimal function of these vital processes – selection, detoxification and excretion.

Detoxification methods, so crucial for health, have probably never been so underutilized as now. Many dis-eases can be

 wholly or partially attributed to toxicity of the liver and/or bowel.  We have only scratched the surface of scientifically understanding why the age-old practice of detoxification is imperative for good health and vitality.

Physiologist Dr. Despopoulos eloquently describes these vital concepts of selection, detoxification and excretion.  “The

diet contains not only substances that are useful to the organism for its growth and energy balance, but also physiologically

inert or even injurious material. They may also be present in inspired air.  The organism is able to distinguish between the useful and the undesirable substances and can reject the latter at three levels: in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, in cellular

uptake and metabolism, and in the kidneys.  The first distinction is made in the process of eating…In the GI tract the specificity of the digestive enzymes and mechanism of absorption ensures that predominantly useful substances are broken down and absorbed...From the intestine, the absorbed substances pass to

 the LIVER where as much as 95% may be extracted from the blood in the first passage.  The liver cell makes a further distinction between useful substances,

 which are stored or metabolized and inert or harmful substances, the majority of which undergo detoxification… by various mechanisms.

The lungs also play a role of an excreting organ.  They receive the blood that has passed through the liver en route from the intestine. The lungs are especially effective in trapping fat soluble substances  (e.g. serotonin , methadone), which are then inactivated and to some extent excreted in the bronchial mucus. In this

way, the brain, which is particularly sensitive, is protected from damage.”

You can see that normal physiology depends heavily on “the process of eating…to distinguish between useful and

undesirable substances.”  Unfortunately, for various reasons, we are not always able to access this vital method of

rejection.

We must rely on the GI tract for proper digestion of what we have selected.  Many people have insufficient amounts or

 types of digestive enzymes, or have consumed substances that have altered the absorptive mechanism of the intestinal

wall, i.e. antibiotics, NSAIDS (i.e. ibuprofen), prednisone, etc. Therefore,

the liver bears a greater burden to extract its 95% of these “inert or injurious material” from the blood. Over time, depending

 on many factors (age, dietary

choices, fat intake, health history, etc.) the liver becomes swollen and FAT accumulates around the hepatocytes (liver cells)

 and it becomes LESS efficient at removing toxic substances. This natural and VITAL process of the body to DETOXIFY

itself is minimized.  The blood becomes more laden with waste products.

 Our organs and tissues are exposed to an increased concentration of these unwanted substances, and the blood becomes less capable of removing new products of metabolism…a vicious cycle continues. Our individual requirement for

detoxification depends on many factors, including: food selection; digestive efficiency; exposure to environmental toxins (exogenous) from workplace, home environment, air and water quality, prescription and recreational drugs

(including alcohol and cigarettes), hobbies, etc.; stress factors (endogenous) increase chemicals produced in the body needing to be disarmed and discarded; and excretion/elimination efficiency (kidney and bowel function, sweating, exercise pattern for regular expiration of toxins through the lungs and skin). in the practice of Naturopathic Medicine fasting

and cleansing have always been important parts of treatment and prevention strategies.  Volumes of research in

the last twenty years support these treatments, and further reinforce the value - No, the imperative – of fasting and

cleansing, both preventatively and as a way to address many health issues. It is important to choose a fasting or

detoxification plan that is suitable for you.  If you are healthy, that is, if you do not have any health problems and are

not taking any prescription medications, you have more flexibility in your choice of a program.  If you have health

complaints and are taking over the counter or prescription medications it is wise to have the supervision of a professional

with training and expertise in this field. An educated and experienced practitioner can design and monitor a program that

is safe and effective for you.

FELDENKRAIS: Awareness through Movement

Diana Gallardo is now teaching Feldenkrais classes every week in YNC’s Yoga room.  Diana is a Certified Feldenkrais teacher and

former Associate Professor of Physical Education at the California State University Pomana. She is a Certified Functional Integration

teacher and  Member of the first American training program taught by Moshe Feldenkrais, D.Sc.

New classes to begin after the first of the year.  Please check back with us then or check the website for more updates and information

on the Feldenkrais method. 

Tai-Chi Classes

We will be offering classes in  Chen Family Style Tai-Chi beginning in January.  They will be taught by our Acupuncturist Philip Simpson. 

 He is qualified to teach this “Long-Style simplified”  form under the Wu-Dan (martial research) organization of Canada.  Please check  for updates on our website at www.yncnaturally.com or call the office at 406-259-5096

Spa

 The spa now has for sale a nice assortment of  aromatherapy   candles . They are made with pure essential oil aromas, pure waxes,

 lead free cotton wicks, exceptionally clean burning, hand-crafted in the USA,. Our featured candle for November is Chai Tea. The

 candle of the month will be sold at a 30% discount. They are available in the Spa or at the front desk.  Please stop by to sample these wonderful candles.   We also carry a new line of body lotions and an assortment of essential oils.  You can sample them in the dispensary

or the spa.  For the full list of candles and oils please check our website under Spa Items for sale. 

Our new Spa website is:

 http:// www.oasisnaturalhealthspa.com

There is a short movie demonstrating a Vichy to let you see what and how it is done.  We will be updating continually so you can check f

or new information as it becomes available.

Our Spa also now has its own phone number.  Please call 406-294-7775

We are also offering Holiday Gift Baskets.

 COLONICS: THEY ARE GOOD FOR YOU!

Many health authorities believe that illness as well as good health begins in the colon. Every cell, every organ is affected

by the condition of the colon. The best food when it is not properly eliminated is no better than the worst.  A properly

 functioning colon leads to health, happiness, and longevity.

Debbie Kirby– I am the new Certified Colon-Hydro Therapist.  I joined the YNC team the first week of May 2004. It is a real pleasure and joy for me to be here.  I started my training with Helen Wood of the Wood Institute who is the Colonic

 Chairperson for the State of Florida and an Understudy of the Developer of the Wood Hygienic System.  I took an Intensive course and test to receive a certification as a Colon-Hydro Therapist. Following that I spent six weeks under the direct supervision of Cheri Smith our former Colon Hydro Therapist who has been with YNC for the past five years.

Holiday Stress/ Winter Blahs? Seasonal Illness?  Try a Meyer’s Cocktail!

The Meyers’ cocktail is a 60 cc IV infusion packed full of the vital nutrients the body needs to function at its best when     pressured by stress or illness. During the busy holiday/winter season our bodies are often depleted by poor eating habits, lack of sleep, exaggerated hustle-bustle, and exposure to illness.  The Meyer’s Cocktail can play an important role in sustaining and maintaining optimal health.  The ingredients promote increased energy, immune support, and the

improvement of general metabolic processes.  If you feel run down, stressed-out, fatigued, or you are trying to prevent

 or recover from an illness, a Meyer’s cocktail may be a most helpful addition to your holiday nourishment..  Your doctor

 can prescribe a unique combination  designed specifically to meet your needs. If it’s time to take care of YOU, don’t delay. Call for your Meyer’s Cocktail appointment today.   It usually takes 30 minutes and can help you fend off a cold or the flu and restore energy.

Keppi Wallis Massage Therapist

I am a certified massage therapist. I have been a therapist for almost five years and I love what I do.  I do not believe there is anything more rewarding then helping people feel better.  Therapeutic massage can help ease pain, tension, and move toxins out of the body.

 I am certified in the following:

Swedish Massage:  A technique designed primarily to relax muscles.

Carpal Tunnel-Neuromuscular Massage: Advanced concepts in pressure therapy to break the stress-tension-pain cycle.

Deep Tissue Massage– This massage therapy uses a greater amount of pressure to reach deeper layers of soft tissue in your Manual Lymph Drainage– The rhythmic pumping from this lymph glands carrying impurities and waste from your system.                       

The above treatments are:

30 minutes:  $30.00

60 minutes:  $50.00

90 minutes:   $65.00

Hot Rock Therapy– This treatment helps you to relax and de-stress by using heated stones to massage the body.

It decreases muscle pain, stiffness and increases blood and lymph circulation. It is the absolute treatment in massage.

This treatment is 60 minutes for $65.00, and 90 minutes for $80.00

I am excited to be at the YNC and I can be reached at   (406)598-2346

Dispensary News

If you want to place your order ahead of time to avoid waiting please call the dispensary at

254-9682 or send us an e-mail that comes directly to the dispensary.  The address is dispensary@yncnaturally.com

We will fill your order and have it waiting for you to pick up.

Remember:  if you need an order shipped out we must have pre-payment , either with a check

or credit card. 

We are also now able to ship some items  by USPS. They are sent Priority mail and bring a

savings to you for small items.  They are not automatically insured but do have delivery

confirmation. Insurance is an optional charge.  We will not be responsible for items lost that

are not insured.

Yellowstone Naturopathic Clinic
720 N. 30th St.
Billings, MT 59101
PHONE 406·259·5096/FAX 406·248·5655

ync@180com.net

Dispensary
406·254·9682

dispensary@yncnaturally.com