Fequently Asked Questions

I get cramps in my legs and other places. Not bad, but need to know what to do.
I have a Hypo thyroid, level is at 11.5. I am allergic to three thyroid pills, my throat closes up and I developed a goiter. Endocrinologist said to stay off them and he will monitor me. What can I do to help thyroid levels?
I am pregnant and I was wondering what effects (if any) would Stevia have on me or my baby? I just recently discovered Stevia at Trader Joe’s up until then I had never heard of it. I wanted to try it but I was afraid. I know that artificial sweeteners are a no no during pregnancy, so what about stevia? I miss my dark chocolate and coffee. What other supplements, foods or diet advice would you recommend for pregnancy?
What can I do about decreasing my joint pain?
Hi Dr. Ramsey, I am having trouble getting pregnant and I have heard that you have had great success in this area is there something natural that you can recommend?
I am having frequent urination and lots of gas. I have tried saw palmetto for prostate but doesn’t seem to be working. I can’t always take it on time. Is that the reason? I have been trying to colon cleanse along with high fiber, omega 3 fatty acids, probiotics and enzymes. I hate taking supplements and forget to take them. does this mean I will not even see minimal results for the times I did take them?
I am having great difficulty sleeping at night. I go to bed exhausted, but cannot fall asleep and stay asleep. Is there anything you can recommend that I do?
I am a diagnosed diabetic. I have had problems with neuropathy since I was young…In the last few months; I have put on about 40 lbs. I have trouble with leg pain and don’t get enough exercise. I take avandia 4mg 2 X / day, metformin 500mg, diovan hct tabs 80/12.5mg/day, allegra tabs 180mg/day, singulair tabs 10mg/day, clotrimazole/betam cr 45mg., when I get a rash. And I take 3 X / day neurontin caps 300mg. I discontinued use of Splenda after seeing you on channel 3. Do you have any suggestions?
Dr. Ramsey, I have been a diabetic for over 10 years, recently I had to take a physical for a new job and flunked it because my fasting blood sugar was 285, haven’t been taking my meds for the last 6 months or so because I wanted a more natural cure than taking prescribed meds, do you work with diabetics and is there a more natural way to get off the prescription meds?
I have chronic back pain due to arthritis, bulging discs, – you name it I have it. I go for shots and that helps. I suffer with the pain in my hip and down my legs (both) and wonder if there are any exercises that really would help?
How harmful are Enbrel and Mobic on my body? I’m taking them to help me manage pain of severe rheumatoid arthritis.
I suffer terrible allergies and right now they are acting up intolerably – what can I do?
What services are provided at your clinic, the Center for Natural Healing?
What conditions and diseases do you see most commonly in your medical practice?
What is the basis of your Coming Home Healing Retreats?
How important is it to get 8 hours of sleep each night?
What role does nutritional supplementation play in creating optimal health?
How large of an impact does stress play on our health?
If people could change one thing in their lives to improve their health, what do you suggest and why?
How do you explain the rate at which chronic disease is increasing in America and how does naturopathic medicine address its treatment and prevention?
What is homeopathy and how does it differ from naturopathic medicine?
Why did you choose naturopathic medicine as your career path?
What training is required to become a naturopathic physician and how does it compare to the educational requirements of allopathic physicians?
How can naturopathic and allopathic medical practices best work together to create the greatest outcome for patients?
What is the difference between naturopathic and allopathic medicines?
What is naturopathic medicine?