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Karen McGill
Karen McGill ND, BSNH, is a practicing Doctor of Naturopathy, board certified by the American Alternative Medical Association and American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Karen studied holistic health care in the United States and Canada, and obtained her bachelor’s and doctorate degrees through Clayton College of Natural Health. She is a member of the International Iridology Practitioners Association, American Holistic Health Association, American Association of Nutrition Consultants, International Association of Healthcare Practitioners, International Reflexology Association and the National Center for Homeopathy. She serves as a board member of the World Eyology Guild. Dr. McGill is the owner of Holistic Alternatives, Inc. in New Buffalo, Michigan, and is a featured guest speaker at seminars and conventions. She is also a contributing author for numerous natural health magazines. “Going Back to Nature” is her philosophy. Her Web site address is: Holistic Alternatives, Inc.
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June’s quiz tests your knowledge of traditional naturopathy. We would like to thank Clayton College graduate, Karen McGill for contributing this month’s questions.

  1. In the history of naturopathy, which practitioner was known as the “Sun Doctor” who discovered the atmospheric cure?

    2.  a.    Theodor Hahn
     b.    Arnold Rikli
     c.    Benedict Lust
     d.    Philo Vom Walde

  2. Only certain foods contain live enzymes. Which of the following contains the most active enzymes?

    3.  a.    sliced tomatoes with fresh basil
     b.    macaroni and cheese
     c.    five bean chili
     d.    canned pears

  3. Many herbs are known to have antibiotic properties. Which of the following herbs has traditionally been used for respiratory infections such as chronic bronchitis, influenza, catarrh and recurrent colds?

    4.  a.    lady’s mantle
     b.    black cohosh
     c.    St. John’s wort
     d.    garlic

  4. Taking flaxseed oil is known to quickly replenish a long-standing omega-3 deficiency. Which set of symptoms is consistent with an omega-3 deficiency?

    5.  a.    headaches, nausea, bloating, gas, abdominal pain
     b.    light headedness, insomnia, bruising, nosebleeds
     c.    inflammation, PMS, arthritis, bumps on the backs of arms
     d.    none of the above

  5. Which essential oil has been traditionally used as a preventive for baldness?

    6.  a.    rosemary
     b.    lavender
     c.    oregano
     d.    thyme

  6. Father Sebastian Kneipp was confident that he could help restore the health of ill patients because he believed that God, through nature, provided remedies for every human ailment. What did Father Kneipp believe was the origin of disease?

    7.  a.    deranged blood, either that which circulated imperfectly or that which contained poisonous elements
     b.    afflictions through parasite infestation
     c.    bacteria in the intestinal tract
     d.    sin

  7. Epidemics such as the bubonic plague, cholera and yellow fever were never treated by vaccination. Why have they diminished when at one time they decimated entire nations?

    8.  a.    because homeopathic remedies took the place of vaccines
     b.    because of more hygienic modes of living
     c.    because micro enzymes destroy morbid bacteria and were not used in those times
     d.    because new drugs were offered by allopathic medicine, which destroyed the diseases

  8. During a naturopathic consultation, clients are assessed using non-invasive means; therefore, which of the following scenarios should NEVER take place?

    9.  a.    Review the questionnaire with the client and discuss diet and food choices. When observing problematic areas, prescribe herbal remedies that will best help bring the person back into balance.
     b.    A client arrives and states that he or she has just had a blood pressure check and it is high. If it is dangerously high, suggest that the client take garlic, exercise and eat more greens.
     c.    Perform reflexology and prescribe some of the known remedies to help flush out the toxins wherever there is buildup in the reflexes.
     d.    all of the above

  9. When the immune system is weak, a virus can overcome the body’s primary defenses. High pH acidity may affect all major body systems, specifically the immune system. A pH-balanced environment maintains proper metabolic function and allows the body to function optimally. What numbers below are the range for healthy body pH readings?

    10.  a.    7.0 - 8.5
     b.    5.5 - 6.0
     c.    8.0 - 9.0
     d.    6.0 - 7.0

  10. Which hormone is released from the pancreas?

    11.  a.    adrenaline
     b.    estrogen
     c.    insulin
     d.    serotonin

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