Cooking in restaurants and her personal experiences with food insecurity inspire “Food Is Medicine” and “Kitchen-First” nutritional philosophies Trigger Warning: The following article includes a discussion of eating disorders. “I’m the doctor that cooks,” says Dr. Chelsie Falk (she/her). “I specialize in experiential learning of all kinds. I want to get students fully engaged in …
Self-knowing is important, particularly so for those pursuing a career in natural medicine, according to Britta Zimmer, ND (’04). But self-knowing must be developed through experience – despite not knowing where it might take you. Raised in Washington, D.C., Dr. Zimmer is the Medical Director at Pacific Quest, a wilderness therapy program located on the …
The College of Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM) at National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) has invited several legends in the world of Classical Chinese Medicine to spend two days exploring the understanding of the role of Shen, or Spirit, in true health. The Classical Chinese Medicine Symposium will take place virtually May 28-29, 2022. Registration …
At the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) in Portland, Oregon, Classical Chinese Medicine students undergo rigorous study of the classical texts, with case discussion, lineage transmission, cosmology, qigong, and much, much more serving to cultivate not just an excellent education but also self-awareness, critical thinking, and a deep respect for nature. The core tenets …
Collaboration will create first fully prepared, medically tailored meals subscription plan featuring fresh ingredients and nutrient guidelines focused on disease prevention The shared belief that “Food Is Medicine” underscores the new partnership between National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM)’s Food as Medicine Institute (FAMI) in Portland, Oregon, and The Good Kitchen in Charlotte, North Carolina. …
It’s springtime on the campus at National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM), which means the cherry trees are blossoming, the herb gardens are sprouting, and graduating seniors are busy working on completing their capstone projects. From initial proposal to final presentation, NUNM faculty members like Lindsay Marshall help guide undergraduate students to success in completing …
Starting the Spring 2022 term, the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) invites its students, faculty, and staff to take advantage of free pronoun pins, made available in the Office of Student Life (Suite 221/222 in the Academic Building). Wearing a pin is voluntary, and may be done for several reasons, including to identify yourself …
Three NUNM faculty members contributed to the World Naturopathic Federation’s Health Technology Assessment (HTA) – the first global compendium of research completed by naturopathic doctors. The HTA, a 750-page report, provides an evidence-based summary of naturopathic practice and the safety, economics, and effectiveness of naturopathic care. Among the 51 researchers who contributed to the HTA …
A historian spent two weeks this past February in a windowless 250-square-foot room on NUNM’s campus. Hunched over texts, surrounded on four sides by the stitched leather bindings of books with spines ranging from worn to immaculate, she immersed herself in the tiny text of old manuscripts, patiently making her way through the towering stack …
On the somber two-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, I feel called to reflect on the remarkable strength of our students, faculty, and staff. Do you remember February of 2020? Perhaps you were digging into Winter quarter classwork or planning a break somewhere warm. Perhaps you were finishing a new piece of research, eager to …
