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Biomedical Interventions for Autism and other Developmental Disabilities

Written by Dr. Janet Opila-Lehman, ND, OTL on April 20, 2017.

Individuals who are challenged with autism want to express themselves, interact with the world and enjoy life! Medical and behavioral challenges often impede these goals. Discovering the underlying...

Why all the Talk about Probiotics?

Written by Dr. Janet Opila-Lehman, ND, OTL on February 22, 2017.

For thousands of years, clinicians have observed a connection between the gut, brain, and overall health. Hippocrates is famously quoted as saying “all disease begins in the gut.” This should not...

Foods with Probiotics & Tips for Taking Them

Written by Dr. Janet Opila-Lehman, ND, OTL on February 22, 2017.

Yogurt is the most well-known source of probiotics. Other dairy items: buttermilk, some soft cheeses, fermented and unfermented milk, and kefir. Be sure the label reads: “live and active...

Choosing the Best Probiotic Supplement

Written by Dr. Janet Opila-Lehman, ND, OTL on February 22, 2017.

Choose a product with a variety of bacteria strains. Different bacteria function in different areas of the gut and work synergistically to influence your health. Look for: L.acidophilus—This...

Cannabidiol Oil for Decreasing Addictive Use of Marijuana

Written by Dr. Janet Opila-Lehman, ND, OTL on December 17, 2016.

“Cannabidiol Oil for Decreasing Addictive Use of Marijuana” A Case Report” by Dr. Scott Shannon, MD and Dr. Janet Opila-Lehman, ND. Integrative Medicine, Vol 14, No. 6, Dec. 2015.

The Effectivness of Cannabidiol Oil for Pediatric Anxiety and Insomnia

Written by Dr. Janet Opila-Lehman, ND, OTL on December 17, 2016.

“The Effectivness of Cannabidiol Oil for Pediatric Anxiety and Insomnia as part of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder” A Case Report by Dr. Scott Shannon, MD and Dr. Janet...