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Safety and use of L-Theanine in Children

What is L-theanine? Theanine, an amino acid primarily found in tea leaves, particularly Camellia sinensis, and some mushrooms, has garnered considerable attention in recent years for its potential health benefits. Structurally similar to glutamate, a neurotransmitter involved in brain function, theanine is known for its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier...

Medicinal use of Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) in naturopathic medicine

Are you a healthcare provider? Read our research summary of Thymus vulgaris on Naturopathic Pediatrics PRO, our website for professionals. Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) isn’t just a delicious kitchen herb—it’s also a powerful plant with a long history of medicinal use. From treating coughs to supporting digestion and fighting infections, thyme...

The fine line between Elimination Diets and Eating Disorders

Are you a healthcare provider? Read our article on Elimination Diets and Eating Disorders on Naturopathic Pediatrics PRO. As a pediatric naturopathic doctor I have over ten years of experience using therapeutic elimination diets in children. I have seen many cases of dramatic reversal of chronic disease or behavior concerns....

The evidence for CoQ10 supplementation in children. Is CoQ10 Safe?

The evidence for CoQ10 supplementation in children

Are you a healthcare provider? Read our research summary of CoQ10 on Naturopathic Pediatrics PRO, our website for professionals. What is Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and what does it do? Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a fat-soluble compound naturally synthesized by the body. Often called ubiquinone, it is present in nearly every cell...

Clinical uses of L-tyrosine in naturopathic medicine

Are you a healthcare provider? Read our research summary of L-Tyrosine on Naturopathic Pediatrics PRO, our website for professionals. What is Tyrosine and what is it used for? L-Tyrosine, commonly referred to as just tyrosine, is a conditionally essential amino acid that the body makes from another amino acid, phenylalanine. Tyrosine...