Vitamin C – Promotes various pathways of the immune system in it’s fight again bacteria, viruses, allergens, and pathogenic cells. Too much can cause loose stools and canker sores. Vitamin D – Modulates the innate and adaptive immune responses. Deficiencies are associated with higher levels of autoimmunity and increased risk of infection. Too much can […]
It may need to be balanced. Part 1: Understanding What Your Immune System Is Actually Trying to Do One of my favorite questions to ask a new patient is surprisingly simple. “When was the last time you were sick?” Most people expect me to begin with medications, surgeries, or family history. Those questions certainly matter, […]
Starting With the Foundations Over the past few weeks, we’ve talked about some of the less obvious ways our environment can influence our health. We’ve explored how wildfire smoke can affect the brain and cardiovascular system, how mold can quietly contribute to chronic symptoms, and how inflammation is influenced by far more than just the […]
The Night I Found a Mushroom Growing Through My Carpet There are certain moments in life that permanently change the way you think about something. For me, one of those moments happened in a condo I owned here in Colorado. I had always thought mold was mostly a problem in humid climates. Florida? Sure. Louisiana? […]
Wildfire Smoke Has Become a Colorado Health Issue One of the reasons so many people choose to live in Colorado is because we value being outdoors. We hike. We bike. We paddle board. We snowboard. We camp. We horseback ride. We spend as much time outside as possible because that’s one of the things that […]
What If Inflammation Isn’t Just Coming From Food? One of the most common conversations I have with patients starts with some version of the same frustration: “I’ve cleaned up my diet.” “I’m exercising regularly.” “I’m taking the supplements.” “So why do I still feel inflamed?” It’s a fair question. Most of us have been taught […]
WHAT IS NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE? Naturopathic medicine is a distinct system of healthcare that combines modern medical science with evidence-informed natural therapies to address the root causes of disease. At clinics like Denver Naturopathic Clinic, this means looking beyond symptoms and diagnoses to understand how dysfunction develops across interconnected systems—digestive health, hormones, immune function, metabolism, and […]
Fasting has become one of the most talked-about tools in health and wellness. It is often promoted for detoxification, weight loss, and metabolic health. While there is research supporting some of these benefits, fasting is frequently applied without context. A more effective approach is to understand what fasting actually does physiologically, and when it is […]
Detoxification is often misunderstood as a short-term intervention. In reality, it is a continuous physiological process that depends on coordination between multiple organ systems. A clinical approach does not attempt to force detoxification. It focuses on supporting the body’s ability to process, transport, and eliminate compounds efficiently. Detox is a systems-based process Detoxification is not […]
Let’s Talk About Toxins Concerns about environmental toxins are increasing, and for good reason. However, the conversation is often either overly simplified or unnecessarily alarming. A more effective approach is to understand where exposures are coming from, how they affect the body, and which changes will have the greatest impact. Understanding Total Toxic Burden Total […]