Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc, is a naturopathic physician, acupuncturist, certified Iyengar yoga teacher and passionate spokesperson for educating and empowering women to transform their lives with better health through natural medicines and practices that work with, rather than against, the body’s own healing processes. She is coauthor of three books—the best-selling Natural Choices for Women’s Health, the critically acclaimed Great Sex, Naturally and her latest, Growing Younger Every Day. A leading advocate for natural medicine, Dr. Steelsmith is the medical director of Steelsmith Natural Health Center in Honolulu, where she has a busy private practice, and is an associate clinical professor at Bastyr University, America’s leading center for the study of natural medicine. DrSteelsmith.com

The Detox Cure for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Natural Healing Secrets for Women

The Detox Cure for Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | January 12, 2019

Carolyn’s digestive woes started with antibiotics to treat her teenage acne. This natural detox finally stopped the bloating, gas and constipation.

Is There a Natural Pain Reliever for Ovarian Cysts?
Women's Health

Is There a Natural Pain Reliever for Ovarian Cysts?

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | January 8, 2019

Painful ovarian cysts don’t always require medication. Here are the natural therapies that provide relief…

The Healthiest Foods for Your Gut
Nutrition

The Healthiest Foods for Your Gut

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | January 1, 2019

To boost healthy gut bacteria, new research points to specific foods that you should be eating every day. Here they are.

Relief from Persistent Pain and Fatigue—Naturally
Natural Healing Secrets for Women

Relief from Persistent Pain and Fatigue—Naturally

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | December 15, 2018

Complaints of low energy, all-over aches and pains that ranged from moderate to severe led to a fibromyalgia diagnosis…and a drug-free path to relief.

Drug-Free Help for PCOS
Natural Healing Secrets for Women

Drug-Free Help for PCOS

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | November 17, 2018

PCOS can cause irregular periods, mood changes, headaches, increased facial hair, acne and more. This natural protocol works without medications.

Can Licorice Root Help My Hot Flashes?

Can Licorice Root Help My Hot Flashes?

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | November 14, 2018

How to use licorice root to reduce the frequency and intensity of hot flashes—a natural remedy backed by science!

Stop Severe Mood Swings—Naturally
Natural Healing Secrets for Women

Stop Severe Mood Swings—Naturally

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | October 20, 2018

In the last seven months, Alicia’s moods were out of control. Her physical and gynecological exam came out clean, but her hormone exam held the key.

Put an End to Recurring Migraine Headaches
Natural Healing Secrets for Women

Put an End to Recurring Migraine Headaches

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | September 22, 2018

Increasing responsibilities + stress + hormone fluctuations led to regular, debilitating migraine headaches. Here, Dr. Steelsmith’s holistic remedy.

Resolving Chronic Bloating and Other Digestive Misery
Natural Healing Secrets for Women

Resolving Chronic Bloating and Other Digestive Misery

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | August 25, 2018

Chronic bloating, gassiness, constipation, fatigue and more were caused by bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). Here, the safe, natural protocol that cured it.

A Lasting Solution for Recurring UTIs
Natural Healing Secrets for Women

A Lasting Solution for Recurring UTIs

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | July 28, 2018

Antibiotics alone won’t cure recurring urinary tract infections. Here are the key lifestyle changes…plus natural remedies to stay healthy “down there.”

Cured! Recurring Yeast Infection—and that Awful Vaginal Itch
Natural Healing Secrets for Women

Cured! Recurring Yeast Infection—and that Awful Vaginal Itch

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | June 30, 2018

Cecilia’s discomfort from her chronic vaginal itch, burning and discharge made it hard to enjoy life. Here’s the natural protocol that solved it.

Putting an End to Painful Sex
Natural Healing Secrets for Women

Putting an End to Painful Sex

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | June 2, 2018

After a 3-year hiatus on sex, Sara’s first encounter was painful and burning. Here’s her natural path from vulvodynia to pelvic pleasure.

Metabolic Syndrome Reversed with Ketogenic Diet
Natural Healing Secrets for Women

Metabolic Syndrome Reversed with Ketogenic Diet

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | May 5, 2018

A constellation of symptoms—weight gain, digestive problems, body pain, fatigue, depression—led to one diagnosis, a change in diet, and relief.

Why Is My Hair Falling Out? The Root Cause of Female Hair Loss
Natural Healing Secrets for Women

Why Is My Hair Falling Out? The Root Cause of Female Hair Loss

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | April 7, 2018

Kerry came in complaining of hair loss, but she’d also gained weight, suffered from constipation, exhaustion and poor sleep. Natural cures to the rescue!

The Hidden Cause Of Anxiety
Women's Health

The Hidden Cause Of Anxiety

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | March 23, 2018

Dr. Steelsmith discusses little-known physiological roots of anxiety and how to treat them in a natural way.