Dr. Heather Pond, ND

Physician • Healer • Educator

Helping people find answers, truth, and deeper healing.

Understanding Comes Before Healing.

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

@MissyIsMaga @ChudTheBuilder You just picked up another follow. Grateful for how you showed up in the thread.

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

Missy, I appreciate what you said about this video and in the replies. Too many people are eager to make this “Black people are the problem” and somehow miss the White woman repeating the same lies. Hatred and ignorance don’t check your complexion first. Nick is catching bile from people who are stirring it up because they like stirring it up. That’s not justice, and it’s not “culture.” It’s just hate, and it doesn’t need a racial excuse.

[Not the Bee @Not_the_Bee]

I don't want to make an over generalization, but if there's any segment of the population that acts this way when you get them together in a room, they shouldn't be allowed to serve on a jury. Jury duty isn't about making social change, it's about interpreting the facts.

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

I strongly disagree, Charlie. Growing up, Juneteenth was a vibrant celebration of freedom, where our community gathered to share stories, reflect on progress, and inspire each other to rise above a painful past. Many, like my family, had fled the Jim Crow South, where their lives were not their own. My great-great-grandfather, a freed slave, was a water boy for the B&O Railroad—never daring to dream of what I’ve achieved as a doctor. Juneteenth emboldened me in a world that once deemed me inferior.

Yes, its federal status has led to commercialization—Walmart’s odd Juneteenth trinkets cheapen its depth, much like July 4th’s fireworks and alcohol drown out its meaning. But I proudly celebrate both. My father, a Black veteran born in 1931, wept hearing “Proud to Be an American” on July 4th, just as he took me to Juneteenth and Black History events. For him, Juneteenth honored our ancestors’ struggles and triumphs, fueling our faith to move forward.

Juneteenth doesn’t displace July 4th—it complements it. Both honor freedom, forged by sacrifices, including those of my ancestors who survived to see all men free. I celebrate both, grateful for the liberty they secured and committed to preserving it.

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

@autumnsdad1 Zero.

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

@autumnsdad1 Happy, Happy Birthday!

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

I’m so sorry to hear your daughter is going through this, and I’m sending prayers for her swift recovery. As a naturopathic doctor, I’ve noticed a significant rise in RSV cases lately, affecting both children and adults, and it can indeed be a challenging condition that persists for weeks or even months. It’s not uncommon for antibiotics to be ineffective in cases like this, as they don’t target viral infections like RSV—though I’m glad to hear her medical team is adjusting her treatment plan with a stronger antibiotic and preparing for a chest tube if needed. The elevated CRP and WBC counts you mentioned suggest her body is fighting hard, and I hope this new approach brings her relief soon. Wishing her strength and healing—please keep us posted if you’re comfortable sharing.

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

@TheRobertBshow What Augustine said about educating the young and also that "unschooling" myself was top priority.

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

Catturd's inspiring journey over the past 35 days showcases the incredible power of simple, sustainable changes! As a naturopathic doctor and professor of Functional Nutrition Therapy and Integrative Medicine, I’m thrilled to see him embracing a cleaner approach to eating—focusing on wholesome meats, fruits, and vegetables—while cutting out alcohol. Losing 20 pounds and gaining a surge of energy at 60 is a testament to how our bodies thrive when we nourish them intentionally. He's a living example of how small, mindful shifts can yield profound results!

[Catturd ™ @catturd2]

I decided after my brief hospital stay 5 weeks ago, I was going to try to be more healthy.

For 35 days, I haven't drank any alcohol.

At 60-years-old, I decided not go on any specific diet; just eat less and clean - meats, fruits, and vegetables.

In 35 days, I've lost 20 pounds and have a ton more energy. Going to keep doing what I'm doing.

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

@catturd2 Congratulations!!!!!!!

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

I am not fond of mustard yellow. I would love to choose pink, blue, or rainbow colors because I love rainbows. A thumbs up symbolizes acceptance. I would like a Stars and Stripes thumbs up for certain situations. For me, it's a mood-based symbol that needs various colors to convey that mood.

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

@gatorgar The perfect theme song!

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

@Jim1289543 I do, too! Thanks for reminding me as I sip this nighttime hot cocoa waiting for the winter storm to roll in 😝

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

@Sassafrass_84 I'm "less smart?" EFF her! Also, according to her logic I am a White Supremacist! 🤣

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

@greg16676935420 Don't judge.

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

@elonmusk At 19 I was paying cash for college by working a business I started at 11 years old.

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

@Shawn_Farash He's a valuable asset to America and the American people and the ideals we hold dear! Every day I am more grateful for Scott and all that he upholds as dear.

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

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[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

My father, who passed last year at 92, hated "time outs" that my mother used. He believed that young children's attention spans are too short for them to reflect on their actions, making time outs ineffective. He thought time outs were for parents who were overly emotional and out of control, often forgetting the child if they were out of sight. He felt they were better for older children who could think about their actions and discuss them later. Instead, he taught by getting to my level, discussing the situation, explaining why it was wrong, and ensuring I understood. This approach taught me patience, calm, and communication, which I've used raising my four children and now as a grandmother. He also threatened the belt so there is that 🤣

[Dr. Heather Pond, ND @SmBodyH20]

Your point precisely illustrates why I believe politics often obstructs effective governance. George Washington's Farewell Address provides us with a cautionary warning about the consequences of partisanship- it can lead to the erosion of democratic principles and the unity of the United States.

As Washington put it, "The name of American, which belongs to you in your national capacity, must always exalt the just pride of patriotism more than any appellation derived from local discminations."

I believe that politics frequently gets in the way of good government.