Health Freedom Ohio

04/15/2026

Do you want to know the "why" behind Ohio Senate Bill 385?

​Today, April 15th, the bill sponsor will be giving his testimony to explain exactly why he is introducing this legislation. 🏛️

​While we have major concerns about how this bill **as currently written** could impact your access to holistic care, it is vital that we listen to the sponsor's reasoning directly.

​How to Watch:
📅 When: Wednesday, April 15
🕙 Time: 10:30 AM
📺 Where: The Ohio Channel https://ohiochannel.org/live/ohio-senate-health-committee?fbclid=IwVERDUARMfphleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEexNPiTyHlnYgCFf_7UshlJhIscEvAEceJ8uy2QtYmViQAYQLiMzhsMynIEdM_aem_HZZmk1OQKoy5ZQFXOOHagQ

If you missed it, you can catch the on-demand replay at the same link.

​Your Voice Matters!

After you watch the testimony, we want to hear from you. What did you think? Does the sponsor's reasoning really justify turning our traditional wellness providers into criminals?

​Share your feedback with us. Your input helps us advocate for amendments that protects all practitioners and preserves your right to choose the care you want.

​Let’s stay informed and stay active! 🛡️🌿

​

04/13/2026

🚨 SB385 URGENT CALL TO ACTION 🚨
**PROTECT HEALTH FREEDOM IN OHIO**

STOP THE CARELESS REGULATION OF SB385
**First hearing is Wednesday, April 15th**

Senator Terry Johnson has introduced SB385, a bill that seeks to regulate naturopathic medicine.

The current language of SB385 contains critical structural flaws that will criminalize traditional wellness practitioners, create legal wars between medical boards, and tether Ohio law to a failing national accreditation body.

We need you to contact Senator Johnson’s office immediately.

Do not just say "I am against the bill."
We must provide his staff with the specific section-by-section analysis below so they understand exactly what needs to be fixed.

**THE FACTS: WHAT IS WRONG WITH SB385?

---> Section 4789.02 (Title Erasure): This section makes the word "naturopathy" exclusive to medical-tier practitioners. This criminalizes traditional practitioners who have used this title safely in Ohio for over 120 years.

---> Section 4789.04 (Accreditation Cliff): This bill requires a degree from the CNME. On March 25, 2026, federal advisors (NACIQI) recommended denying the CNME’s recognition. If the CNME fails, the entire legal foundation of SB385 collapses.

---> Section 4789.09 (Scope Paradox): This section allows "manipulation" but forbids "adjustments." It creates a jurisdictional war between the Medical and Chiropractic boards and grants a broad surgical/physical scope to practitioners with a fraction of the training required by current Ohio law.

---> Section 4789.09 (Modality Capture): It classifies herbs, homeopathy, water-cures, and many other natural health modalities as "medical acts." Without a Safe Harbor Amendment, many natural health professionals could face a 5th-degree felony just for doing their job.

***CONTACT INFORMATION***

Senator Terry Johnson (District 14)
Phone: (614) 466-8082
Email: johnson@ohiosenate.gov
Address: Senate Building, 1 Capitol Square, 2nd Floor, Columbus, OH 43215

***EXAMPLE PHONE/EMAIL SCRIPT

Subject: Concerns regarding SB385 – Request for Safe Harbor Amendment

"Hello, my name is [Your Name] and I am a resident of [Your City/County]. I am calling/writing to express my deep concerns regarding the current language of SB385.

While I understand the intent to regulate medically trained naturopaths, the bill in its current form is a 'monopoly model' that will harm Ohio small businesses. Specifically:

**Section 4789.02 effectively criminalizes traditional wellness titles that have been used safely in Ohio since 1885.

**Section 4789.04 relies on the CNME, which is currently facing federal de-recognition, creating a massive regulatory risk for our state.

**Section 4789.09 captures common herbs, botanicals, homeopathics, and many other natural health modalities as 'medical acts,' which could turn local natural health professionals like herbalists, homeopaths, and traditional naturopaths into felons overnight.

I urge Senator Johnson to adopt a 'Safe Harbor' amendment similar to The Unlicensed Health Care Practice Act in New Mexico. This would allow medical naturopaths to be licensed while protecting the rights of traditional practitioners to continue their work. Please fix SB385 before it moves forward. Thank you."
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ACTION STEP: Once you have sent your email or made your call, share this analysis with five friends. We must ensure the Senate Health Committee hears a unified, factual message.

04/11/2026

"The controversial weedkiller has been linked to kidney and liver disease and effects on the reproductive, endocrine, neurological, and other metabolic systems. The scientists say that children, infants and fetuses are the most susceptible to harm.

Agroecological farming like organic does not use glyphosate. However, the symposium reviewed data showing the pervasive presence of glyphosate in household dust in certain agricultural areas, suggesting that people can be exposed to glyphosate even if they aren’t consuming it."

A US symposium of international scientists have reaffirmed that can cause cancer - and are sounding the alarm that there’s a conflict between scientific consensus and the regulatory perspective on its harms.

The scientists said that pesticide use should be eliminated ‘to the extent possible’ and that pesticide approvals should be unbiased. They called for research from independent labs, with the costs of that research work being borne by the pesticide industry.

The controversial weedkiller has been linked to kidney and liver disease and effects on the reproductive, endocrine, neurological, and other metabolic systems. The scientists say that children, infants and fetuses are the most susceptible to harm.

Agroecological farming like organic does not use glyphosate. However, the symposium reviewed data showing the pervasive presence of glyphosate in household dust in certain agricultural areas, suggesting that people can be exposed to glyphosate even if they aren’t consuming it.

Scientists have been sounding the alarm about glyphosate for a long time - we think it’s time that regulators caught up.

04/10/2026

🚨 ACTION ALERT SB385 🚨
**Protect Health Freedom in Ohio**

Ohio SB385 is moving quickly, and we need your voice to ensure that natural health options remain accessible to everyone in our state!

**What is SB385?**

While SB385 aims to create a licensing framework for "Naturopathic Doctors" (NDs), the **current language of the bill is too broad.**

As written, it could inadvertently restrict or criminalize the work of other traditional practitioners who have served our communities for decades.

**The Concerns**

The bill’s current definitions and title protection language may create legal hurdles for:

* **Traditional Naturopaths**
* **Certified Natural Health Practitioners**
* **Homeopaths & Herbalists**
* **Health Coaches & Wellness Educators**

We believe in the right to choose your own health path and the right of these practitioners to provide their services without fear of legal overreach.

**Attend the Sponsor Hearing**

Your presence makes a difference!

* **WHEN:** Wednesday, April 15th at 10:30 AM
* **WHERE:** Ohio Statehouse, Senate Health Committee

If you can't make it in person, tune in live via The Ohio Channel.

**How You Can Help TODAY**

Please call and email the members of the Senate Health Committee. When you call or write, remember to be **polite and respectful**, our goal is to be helpful partners in refining this legislation.

**Message:
"I am an Ohioan, and I am calling to ask [Senator Name] to please **not support SB385 as currently written.** We ask for clearer language to protect the rights of traditional naturopaths, herbalists, and other natural health practitioners to continue their vital work in Ohio."

Ohio Senate Health Committee Members:

Stephen A. Huffman (R – District 5) – Chair
Email: shuffman@ohiosenate.gov
Phone: (614) 466-6247

Terry Johnson (R – District 14) – Vice Chair
Email: johnson@ohiosenate.gov
Phone: (614) 466-8082

Beth Liston (D – District 16) – Ranking Member
Email: liston@ohiosenate.gov
Phone: (614) 466-5981

Catherine D. Ingram (D – District 9)
Email: ingram@ohiosenate.gov
Phone: (614) 466-5980

Susan Manchester (R – District 12)
Email: manchester@ohiosenate.gov
Phone: (614) 466-7584

Kristina D. Roegner (R – District 27)
Email: roegner@ohiosenate.gov
Phone: (614) 466-4823

Mark Romanchuk (R – District 22)
Email: romanchuk@ohiosenate.gov
Phone: (614) 466-7505

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Help us spread the word. Let’s keep Ohio a state where natural health freedom is protected!

04/05/2026

🚨URGENT: ​Stop HB 744 from Redefining Holistic Care as "Unlicensed Medicine"🚨

​Ohio House Bill 744 is moving through the House Local Government Committee. While the bill aims to regulate massage establishments, its overly broad definition of "massage therapy" threatens to turn doulas, energy workers, and holistic practitioners into "unlicensed medical providers" overnight.

​The Problem: The "Touch Trap"

​As currently written, HB 744 defines massage therapy as any application of touch, pressure, stroking, or vibration intended to treat the human body. This definition is so wide that it inadvertently captures:

---> ​Birth Workers: Doulas and midwives using hip squeezes, counter-pressure, or effleurage for labor comfort.

---> ​Energy Practitioners: Craniosacral and Polarity therapists who use light touch to balance the nervous system without manipulating muscle tissue.

---> ​Lactation Specialists: Providers who use gentle touch to assist with breastfeeding and infant care.

​The Consequences

​If HB 744 passes without explicit exemptions for non-manipulative energy work and birth support:

---> ​Fines & Cease-and-Desist Orders:
Practitioners could face legal action for simply doing their jobs without a State Medical Board massage license.
---> ​Censorship:
Using words like "therapy," "treatment," or "bodywork" in your marketing could be labeled "illegal advertising."
---> ​Loss of Access:
Low-income families and birthing people will lose access to essential holistic support systems.

​ACT NOW: Three Steps to Protect Your Practice and Access

​1. Contact the Primary Sponsor
​Respectfully urge Representative Jean Schmidt (District 62) to include an exemption for "non-manipulative energy therapies and traditional birth support."

​Phone: (614) 466-8134
​Email: Rep62@ohiohouse.gov

​2. Email (even better hand write a letter) the House Local Government Committee

​Your voice matters. Use the sample script below to email the committee members.

​Subject: OPPOSE/AMEND HB 744 – Protect Birth Workers and Energy Practitioners

​Message: I am writing to express my concern regarding the broad language in HB 744. As written, the definition of "massage therapy" unintentionally criminalizes the work of doulas, craniosacral therapists, and polarity practitioners who do not practice soft-tissue manipulation. Please amend Section 4731.15 to explicitly exempt non-manipulative energy workers and birth support professionals. We must protect Ohioans' right to choose holistic care.

Angela King (R) Rep84@ohiohouse.gov
Matthew Kishman (R) Rep50@ohiohouse.gov
Veronica Sims (D) Rep33@ohiohouse.gov
Cindy Abrams (R) Rep29@ohiohouse.gov
Sean Brennan (D) Rep14@ohiohouse.gov
Rodney Creech (R) Rep40@ohiohouse.gov
Sarah Fowler Arthur (R) Rep99@ohiohouse.gov
Roy Klopfenstein (R) Rep82@ohiohouse.gov
Meredith Lawson-Rowe (D) Rep05@ohiohouse.gov
Brian Lorenz (R) Rep60@ohiohouse.gov
Ty Moore (R) Rep95@ohiohouse.gov
Jason Stephens (R) Rep93@ohiohouse.gov
Cecil Thomas (D) Rep25@ohiohouse.gov

​3. Share Your Story
​Are you a doula whose clients rely on counter-pressure? Are you a craniosacral therapist who helps infants with colic? Post your story on social media using the hashtags and . Tag your local representatives.

​The Goal: We aren't against safety—we are against over-regulation. Let’s ensure Ohio law distinguishes between professional massage therapy and the sacred, gentle touch of birth and energy work.

04/01/2026

Docket & Dose with Wayne Rohde, James Lyons-Weiler and our guest Ms. Bernadette Pajer - 3pm ET April 2. Join us for a conversation on the true nature of informed consent - details you need! See you in the webinar! https://ipak-edu.org/courses/e/%E2%80%8BDocket-&-Dose-Webinar-p823340892

03/31/2026

🚨 Join us for this week’s MAHA™ Action Media Hub: Ultra-Processed Foods Exposed

Wednesday, April 1st | 4:00 PM ET
Live on Zoom

Joining us:
- Tony Lyons
- Vani Hari (Food Babe)
- Calley Means
- Kyle Diamantas
- Dr. Eric Berg (Dr. Eric Berg)
- Russell Brand (Russell Brand)
- Gary Brecka (Garybrecka)
- Dr. Michael Nusbaum
- Dr Arvin Singh

This isn’t just about food.

It’s about what’s really driving chronic disease, what gets labeled “healthy,” and who benefits from keeping the system exactly as it is.

If you care about truth, health, and pushing back on broken systems, you won’t want to miss this conversation.

👇 Comment “MEDIA HUB” and we’ll send you the registration link.

03/31/2026

03/31/2026

Join us for two upcoming FREE virtual events designed to help you take control of your health and expand your opportunities in healthcare.

Whether you’re looking to become an INFORMED consumer or grow your professional practice, these sessions offer practical, real-world guidance you can use right away.

Call Wellness Forum Health at 614.841.7700 or email Pam at pampopper@msn.com.

We hope to see you there!

03/30/2026

RFK Jr. just announced hospitals will now be required to serve healthy food to keep federal funding.

“Dr. Oz sent out a health and safety notice to every hospital in this country… asking them now to align their food purchases with the dietary guidelines.”

“In order to enjoy continued eligibility for Medicaid and Medicare payments.”

09/05/2025

Are you paying attention?