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Champlain Center for Natural Medicine

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Champlain Center for Natural Medicine

Champlain Center for Natural Medicine is a family medicine practice located in Shelburne, VT. Do you feel like something is missing from your healthcare?

We specialize in Naturopathic Primary Care, utilizing effective, natural and science based therapies to help people achieve optimal health and wellness. Champlain Center for Natural Medicine is a Naturopathic clinic that offers preventive care for all Vermonters. Founded by Dr. Bill Warnock, the first licensed Naturopathic Physician in Vermont, CCNM combines the best of modern medicine with the wi

sdom of traditional healing methods. Our patients are offered the most up to date medical evaluations and treatment, as well as scientifically studied, natural holistic options individually designed to improve health and prevent disease. We treat everyone, from people who are in good physical condition and want to stay proactive about their health, to patients suffering from acute and chronic conditions. We offer comprehensive women’s health services, hCG weight loss treatment, and nutritional IV therapy. Champlain Center for Natural Medicine uses both conventional and alternative systems of health care. When necessary, we can and do prescribe pharmaceutical drugs. We believe in a holistic approach that focuses on long term health benefits -- not just treating the symptoms. Our services are covered by all Vermont insurance companies, including Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, MVP, CBA and Cigna. We are now accepting new primary care patients! We are a family practice, committed to creating an environment where your health care needs are accessible, family-centered, continuous, comprehensive, coordinated, compassionate, and culturally competent. We are concerned about the complete range of health care needs of our patients to ensure whole person care including preventative care measures, chronic condition management and behavioral health related issues. We view ourselves as care partners with you working to develop comprehensive care plans, promote self management and community based support of your health care needs. We practice our care using evidence based guidelines and are happy to share them with you. We carry a great variety of homeopathic remedies and natural supplements to treat acute illnesses, chronic conditions, and for general well-being. Stop by to see what we offer!

07/23/2026

Your gut is talking. Are you listening? 🌱

Bloating after meals. Energy crashes by 2pm. Skin that won’t calm down. These aren’t just “normal” — they’re often your gut trying to get your attention.

Here’s the why: about 70% of your immune system lives in your gut lining. When that lining gets irritated (processed food, chronic stress, antibiotics, poor sleep), it doesn’t just affect digestion — it shows up in your mood, skin, and immunity too.

The good news? Small shifts add up:
🥬 Fiber from real food (fermented veggies from your favorite farmers market stand count!)
🥣 Slowing down at meals — digestion starts before the first bite
💧 Consistent sleep and hydration
🌿 Talking to someone who looks at the whole picture, not just symptoms

Your gut isn’t the enemy. It’s usually just asking for a little support.

Questions about your own gut health? That’s what we’re here for. 📍 CCNM

07/14/2026

CCNM parking lot is getting a make over! As a result we ask all patients to park in the Tennybrook square parking lot from 7/15-7/17. Our parking lot will be available starting 7/20. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call the office!

07/09/2026

Why Your Annual Physical Isn’t Just a Formality

Let’s talk about the appointment everyone loves to push off: the annual physical.

I get it — if you feel fine, it’s easy to assume there’s nothing to check. But “feeling fine” and “actually fine” aren’t always the same thing. Blood pressure creeping up, blood sugar drifting out of range, cholesterol shifting — these things rarely come with symptoms in the early stages. That’s exactly why we check.

Here’s the real value of a yearly physical:

🩺 Baseline data. We can’t tell what’s changing if we don’t know where you started. Your numbers this year become the comparison point for next year.

🔍 Early detection. Most chronic conditions — heart disease, diabetes, thyroid issues — are far easier to manage (and sometimes reverse) when caught early rather than after symptoms show up.

💬 A yearly check-in on your whole picture. Sleep, stress, digestion, energy — an annual visit is a built-in moment to actually talk through how your body’s doing, not just react when something breaks.

🌱 Prevention over correction. It’s a lot easier to adjust a habit now than to treat a diagnosis later. Small course corrections compound.

Think of it like maintaining anything you actually care about keeping around long-term — your car, your garden, your home. You don’t wait for the engine light to come on. You check in, you catch small things early, and you keep it running well for the long haul.

If it’s been a while since your last physical, that’s not a failure — it’s just information. Consider this your nudge to get it back on the calendar. Give our office a call and we will be more than happy to schedule you!

06/12/2026

The humble radish does a lot more than crunch.

These little roots are loaded with glucosinolates — sulfur compounds that support liver detox pathways and have been studied for their anti-cancer properties. They’re also a natural source of vitamin C, folate, and potassium.

Digestion — stimulates bile flow and supports gut motility.
Liver — Phase II detox support via glucosinolates.
Blood sugar — low glycemic index, may improve insulin response.
Thyroid — worth noting: eat them cooked if you have thyroid concerns.

Raw in a salad, pickled, or roasted — radishes are one of the easiest things to grow in Vermont and one of the most underrated foods at the farmers market.

05/22/2026

🥗 The secret weapon at any BBQ? A big, fresh salad.

Here’s the biology of it — when you eat fiber-rich vegetables, they feed the beneficial bacteria in your gut called the microbiome. Those bacteria produce short-chain fatty acids that reduce inflammation, stabilize your blood sugar, and keep your energy steady all afternoon. No 3pm crash. No feeling like you need to lie down after the burger.

Heavy BBQ food without any fiber slows gastric motility — basically, things stop moving the way they should and you feel sluggish for hours.

A salad fixes that. Not by replacing the good stuff, but by making your whole plate work better.

This weekend we’re grabbing our greens from . Throw in some early radishes, fresh herbs, a simple lemon and olive oil dressing and you’ve got something that’s genuinely good and genuinely delicious.

Eat the burger. Have the salad too. Your gut bacteria will be throwing their own little party. 🌿🇺🇸

05/20/2026

Cabbage doesn’t get nearly enough credit. This affordable, everyday vegetable is quietly one of the most nutrient-dense foods you can eat — and here’s why it deserves a place on your plate.

Nutritious and low-calorie. One cup of raw cabbage has just 22 calories, yet delivers a strong hit of vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, and potassium.

Great for your gut. High in fiber and — when fermented into sauerkraut or kimchi — rich in probiotics, cabbage keeps your digestive system happy and your microbiome thriving.

Fights inflammation. Red cabbage is packed with antioxidants like anthocyanins that help reduce chronic inflammation, which is linked to heart disease and certain cancers.

Easy on the wallet. A single head of cabbage is cheap, lasts all week, and works roasted, raw, in soups, or fermented.

Don’t overlook the humble cabbage — it’s one of the simplest upgrades you can make to your diet and can be found at most farmer’s markets in Vermont! 🥬

04/30/2026

Today’s highlight is Allium sativum also known as garlic! 🧄

Garlic isn’t just for flavor—it’s a powerhouse for your health. When you chop or crush it, you release compounds like Allicin which can help support your heart by lowering blood pressure and cholesterol. 💪

It also has antimicrobial properties giving your immune system an extra boost. Easy to add an hard to beat— throw some garlic into your meals and let food be thy medicine. 🌸

04/20/2026

Do you struggle eating dairy and can’t get behind dairy alternatives? Give goat milk a try! Goat milk has smaller fat globules, softer curd formation, and lower levels of A1 casein protein which can sometimes lead to gut inflammation. This combination often leads to a product that is more easily digested by our gut. Bonus if you get goat milk supplied by local goats!

04/03/2026

Today is a perfect day to talk about Bitter herbs!

Bitter herbs don’t always get the love they deserve, but they play a powerful role in digestive health. Bitter foods help stimulate stomach acid, bile, and digestive enzymes — all things your body needs to properly break down food and absorb nutrients. Try eating them before large meals!

What are some of your favorite bitter herb recipes?

03/21/2026

Honey is a simple, natural way to soothe a cough 🍯
It coats the throat, calms irritation, and can help reduce coughing—especially at night.

Try 1–2 teaspoons before bed.
Avoid in children under 1 year old

Address

3804 Shelburne Road
Shelburne, VT
05482

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 6:30pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

http://www.vtnaturalmed.com/

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