Optimizing Immune Health: Navigating Cold and Flu Season NaturallyAs the seasons shift, so does the focus on our health. Cooler weather brings cozy nights, holiday festivities, and, unfortunately, an uptick in cold and flu cases. As a functional medicine provider, I am always looking to optimize my patients immune health...
Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN): A Functional Medicine Approach to Pain, Inflammation, and Autoimmune DiseaseChronic pain, inflammation, and autoimmune diseases affect millions of people worldwide, often leading to a cascade of health challenges that are difficult to manage with conventional medicine alone. From rheumatoid arthritis to fibromyalgia and multiple sclerosis, these...
Understanding Inflammation Inflammation is a natural and essential biological response. It’s the body’s defense mechanism, designed to protect us from harm by isolating and neutralizing pathogens, damaged cells, or irritants. However, when inflammation becomes chronic, it can lead to a host of health issues, from autoimmune disorders to cardiovascular disease. By...
Back to SchoolIt’s that time of year again: Back to School. In Colorado most kids are back in class or are heading back this week and for many this is a sad end to summer and for others it is a welcoming time of getting back into routines and awaiting...
Benefits of Sauna Sauna use is gaining popularity right now but what are the actual benefits of sauna use and is it really good for everyone? We recently got an infrared sauna and I LOVE it. I have always loved the heat of a sauna, after a workout or on a...
Staying Healthy During Cold and Flu SeasonStaying health during cold and flu season may seem like an impossible task but there are things we can do every day keep our immune system healthy. So, what can we do to boost our immune system and what should you do if you...
A Holistic Approach to Skin Cancer Prevention Skin Cancer Prevention and Protection From the Inside Out Is skin cancer prevention really a thing beyond avoiding the sun? I certainly think so. In Functional Medicine, we view diet and lifestyle as the pillars of creating wellness, and when it comes to disease prevention,...
Skin Cancer Awareness : A Focus on Melanoma May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and because of my own Melanoma diagnosis earlier this year I have been diving into the literature to uncover everything I could find on diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Thankfully my melanoma was very superficial and only required...
Top 10 Sleep Tips: Sleep Hygiene Techniques for Optimal Sleep It is rare that I see a patient that doesn’t struggle with some aspect of sleep, whether falling asleep or staying asleep or simply not getting enough sleep. Last week I discussed the importance of sleep on every system in our...