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Ms. Loretta M. Osik, ND
Naturopathic Physician
Dr. Loretta Osik is a naturopathic physician practicing in Danbury, CT. Dr. Osik specializes in proactive prevention and treatment. Dr. Osik combines holistic healing methods with traditional solutions to medical illness. Providing both individual and family care, the most common ailments treated are allergies, chronic pain, digestive issues, obesity, heart disease, fertility, menopause, cancer and chronic fatigue syndrome. Naturopathic Physicians place a strong emphasis on natural remedies that add to the broad spectrum of remedies available.
Ms. Loretta M. Osik, ND
- Danbury, CT
- Oregon College of Oriental Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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How safe are herbal and Ayurvedic medicines for kids?
HERBAL AND AYURVEDIC MEDICINES ARE SAFE FOR COUGH AND COLDS. AS LONG AS THEY ARE GIVEN IN THE APPROPRIATE PEDIATRIC DOSE.
Will I get sick more often without tonsils?
YOUR TONSILS ARE ONLY ONE PART OF YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM. YOU HAVE ANOTHER IMMUNE SYSTEM THROUGHOUT YOUR BODY KNOWN AS THE INNATE IMMUNE SYSTEM THAT PROTECTS THE RESPRIATORY SYSTEM READ MORE
YOUR TONSILS ARE ONLY ONE PART OF YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM. YOU HAVE ANOTHER IMMUNE SYSTEM THROUGHOUT YOUR BODY KNOWN AS THE INNATE IMMUNE SYSTEM THAT PROTECTS THE RESPRIATORY SYSTEM AND THE ENTIRE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM. IT IS KNOWN AS sIGA AND CAN BE MEASURED THRU THE SALIVA. TAKING VITAMIN C, ZINC AND ELDERBERRY WILL SUPPORT YOUR IMMUNITY.
Is immunization a part of naturopathy medicine?
Yes and No. I am in Ct and in this state we are not allowed to immunize. However in other states it might be allowed. Immunization is not part of naturopathic medicine per READ MORE
Yes and No. I am in Ct and in this state we are not allowed to immunize. However in other states it might be allowed. Immunization is not part of naturopathic medicine per se or training.
Can acupuncture treat digestive problems?
YES, THERE ARE ACUPUNCTURE POINTS TO TREAT THE STOMACH AND SPLEEN. HOWEVER, I WOULD HAVE THEM DO SOME FUNCTIONAL LAB TESTING TO LOOK FOR THINGS LIKE SMALL BOWEL OVERGROWTH.
Does acupuncture help with blood circulation?
YES, ACUPUNCTURE CAN HELP WITH CIRCULATION. ACUPUNCTURE POINTS ARE LOCATED NEAR NERVES AND INCREASE ENDORPHINS IN THE BODY, WHICH IN TURN STIMULATE THE IMMUNE SYSTEM.
Is honey safe for kids?
HONEY SHOULD NOT BE GIVEN TO CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF ONE. AS FAR AS INFECTIONS HONEY IS ACTUALLY ANTIBACTERIAL.
Can turmeric be directly applied on a wound?
I NEVER HEARD OF USING TURMERIC ON A WOUND. I WOULD USE AN ANTISEPTIC AND DRESSING.
How safe are natural and ayurvedic medicines to treat constipation?
YOU CAN TAKE MAGNESIUM 500 - 700 MG. magnesium IS AN ANTISPASMODIC.
How do hospitals treat pneumonia?
I AM A NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR BUT AS A FORMER RN A PT. WOULD RECIEVE FLUIDS, ANTIBIOTICS AND RESPIRATORY TREATEMENT.
What does naturopathic medicine include?
YES, NATUROPATHY CAN HELP MIGRAINES AND PSORIASIS. I WOULD NOT HESITATE GOING TO SEE A NATUROPATH.
What are precautions to take for a 14-day only water fasting?
I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND A 14 DAY FAST. YOU WOULD NEED TO MONITOR YOUR ELECTROLYTES
Are there any natural treatments to treat anxiety?
Yes there are many natural treatments. Gaba is one. L- theanine is another.
What pressure point relieves back pain?
YOU NEED TO LOOK FOR AN ACUPRESSURE SPECIALIST IN YOUR AREA. AS FAR AS ACUPUNCTURE POINTS, IF THE PAIN IS IN THE LOWER BACK, THEN BLADDER POINTS IN THE LUMBAR AREA WOULD BE INDICATED. READ MORE
YOU NEED TO LOOK FOR AN ACUPRESSURE SPECIALIST IN YOUR AREA. AS FAR AS ACUPUNCTURE POINTS, IF THE PAIN IS IN THE LOWER BACK, THEN BLADDER POINTS IN THE LUMBAR AREA WOULD BE INDICATED. LOWER BACK PAIN IS RELATED TO THE KIDNEY IN CHINESE DIAGNOSES.
Is there any natural treatment for PCOD?
YES THERE ARE. PLEASE FIND A LICENSED ND FOR MORE INFO. BLACK COHOSH IS ONE HERB THAT CAN BE HELPFUL.
How do you naturally lower a fever in a teenager?
A FEVER IS THE BODY'S IMMUNE SYSTEM TRYING TO MAKE THE VIRUS UNCOMFORTABLE. UNLESS THE FEVER IS VERY HIGH, IT SHOULD NOT BE SUPPRESSED. ANYTHING HIGHER THAN 102 AND IF THE PT IS READ MORE
A FEVER IS THE BODY'S IMMUNE SYSTEM TRYING TO MAKE THE VIRUS UNCOMFORTABLE. UNLESS THE FEVER IS VERY HIGH, IT SHOULD NOT BE SUPPRESSED. ANYTHING HIGHER THAN 102 AND IF THE PT IS UNCOMFORTABLE WOULD BE A REASON TO SUPPRESS THE FEVER.
Which food is good for a blood infection?
ORANGES HIGH IN VIT. C. MUSHROOMS ARE HIGH IN POLYSACCHARIDES AND WILL SUPPORT THE IMMUNE SYSTEM. HERBS SUCH AS ISATIS, ECHINACEA AND GOLDENSEAL HAVE ANTIBACTERIAL PROPERTIES.
My daughter is grinding her teeth. What could be the reason behind this?
THE USUAL REASON FOR BRUXISM IS STRESS AND ANXIETY. I DON'T KNOW THE REASON IN A 4-YEAR-OLD. I WOULD TAKE HER TO A PEDIATRIC DENTIST.
Can acupuncture help with knee problems?
YES IT CAN HELP WITH KNEE PAIN. WHEN IT IS COMBINED WITH STIM.
How do you know when abdominal pain is serious?
IF THE PAIN DOES NOT GO AWAY IN A FEW DAYS, I WOULD SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION. IS THE PAIN DUE TO CONSTIPATION?
What is the best natural herb for anxiety?
VALERIAN, PASSIFLORA, HOPS.
