Nature Doc's Natural Cures

“Nature Doc’s Natural Cures” features Andrew Rubman, ND—a naturopathic physician and medical director of the Southbury Clinic for Traditional Medicines in Southbury, Connecticut.  Dr. Rubman believes that natural medicine often cures when conventional medicine fails. In this video series, Dr. Rubman shares real stories about his patients…and his successful strategies for bringing them lasting relief and healing. Find more of his insights in his Bottom Line blog, Nature Doc’s Patient Diary. 

Meet the Expert: Dr. Andrew Rubman, Naturopath

Meet the Expert: Dr. Andrew Rubman, Naturopath

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 20, 2017

Bottom Line Inc's Sarah Hiner introduces Dr. Andrew Rubman, naturopathic physician and author of Bottom Line’s “Nature Doc’s Patient Diary” blog.

About Naturopathy

About Naturopathy

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 19, 2017

As the name implies, naturopaths focus on natural interventions such as diet, supplements, botanicals and also traditional medications.

Stress-Induced Incontinence
Women's Health

Stress-Induced Incontinence

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 18, 2017

Stress-induced incontinence is a problem. Women are more likely to suffer from incontinence than men because of differences in their anatomy.

Melatonin and Sleep
Sleep

Melatonin and Sleep

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 15, 2017

Dr. Andrew Rubman goes against the grain of common advice and suggests that while melatonin can be helpful, it should not be taken on a continuous basis.

Supplements for Better Sleep
Sleep

Supplements for Better Sleep

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 14, 2017

Botanicals such as valerian, hops, and skullcap can help people get better sleep. Magnesium and calcium supplements also help improve sleep quality.

Natural Pain Relief

Natural Pain Relief

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 13, 2017

Chronic pain is a big problem in our society. Dr. Andrew Rubman discusses natural treatments for chronic pain that are effective, safe and not addictive.

Immune-Boosting Supplements

Immune-Boosting Supplements

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 12, 2017

Vitamin C is crucial, but Dr. Rubman recommends getting more of this vitamin through a healthy diet, not simply relying on a pill.

Your Daily Vitamin Regimen

Your Daily Vitamin Regimen

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 11, 2017

In addition to a broad-spectrum vitamin and mineral supplement, people should also take multi B vitamins, calcium and magnesium supplements.

L-Carnitine

L-Carnitine

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 8, 2017

L-carnitine is an amino acid that helps the brain burn fat as fuel and boosts cell survival after a stroke. It increases oxygen circulation in the brain.

Naturopathic Treatments and Chemotherapy

Naturopathic Treatments and Chemotherapy

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 7, 2017

B vitamins, glucomannan, and botanical milk thistle can decrease the side effects of chemo and possibly even increase chemotherapy’s beneficial effects

No Grains Diet
Nutrition

No Grains Diet

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 6, 2017

Gluten can provoke inflammation in the gut, and that can cause the body to store energy as fat. Cutting grains from your diet can lead to weight loss.

Natural Treatments for Diabetic Neuropathy

Natural Treatments for Diabetic Neuropathy

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 5, 2017

Learn which natural supplements are good for diabetic neuropathy. Dr. Andrew Rubman recommends alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) and octacosanol.

Vaginal Dryness in Menopausal Women

Vaginal Dryness in Menopausal Women

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 4, 2017

Dr. Rubman recommends DHEA vaginal suppositories and squalene for women when vaginal dryness is making them uncomfortable or if they plan to be intimate.

Hidden Causes of Headaches
Nutrition

Hidden Causes of Headaches

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 1, 2017

Irregularities in the gut can result in substances passing through the lining of the large intestine into the body, causing headaches and other problems.

Supplements for a Healthy Brain

Supplements for a Healthy Brain

Andrew Rubman, ND | November 30, 2017

Take these supplements to keep your brain healthy: Ginkgo for cognitive ability, L-carnitine for brain function, and Bupleurum to help brain dysfunction.