How to Support Detox Pathways Naturally (A Clinical, Systems-Based Approach)

by Kelsey Asplin, ND in Cancer, detox, gut health, immune health, mens health, naturopathic medicine, real talk, sexual health, sleep health, teen health, thyroid health, womens health April 1, 2026

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 […]

Everyday Toxin Exposure: What Actually Matters (and Where to Start)

by Kelsey Asplin, ND in Cancer, detox, mens health, teen health, womens health April 1, 2026

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 […]

What Detox Really Means (and Why Most Detox Programs Miss the Point)

by Kelsey Asplin, ND in Cancer, detox, gut health, immune health, mens health, naturopathic medicine, real talk, sexual health, teen health, thyroid health, womens health March 31, 2026

Have you thought about a “detox”? Every spring, interest in “detox” spikes. Searches for cleanses, juice fasts, and detox supplements increase, and many people feel a strong urge to reset their health. This instinct is not wrong. What is often missing is an understanding of how detoxification actually works. Your body is already designed to […]

Betulinic Acid and Cancer: Nature’s Promising Warrior Against Malignancy

by Dr. Michael Hummel in Cancer January 22, 2026

Listen to this information anywhere by hitting play below: From Nature’s Pharmacy: Betulinic Acid Cancer remains one of humanity’s most formidable adversaries, claiming millions of lives annually despite decades of intensive research and treatment innovation. While conventional therapies like chemotherapy and radiation have saved countless lives, their significant side effects and the persistent challenge of […]

Your Blood Sugar Story: Why Standard Testing Isn’t Enough

by Kelsey Asplin, ND in Denver Naturopathic Community, gut health, nutrition September 29, 2025

Most people get a standard set of blood work done every year through their primary care provider, which usually includes a Fasting Blood Glucose (FBG) test. This test measures the amount of sugar floating around in your blood at the moment the sample is taken. Many providers require you to be fasted (not eating for […]

The Autumnal Equinox: A Time to Let Go, to Slow, to Bloom Anew

by Kelsey Asplin, ND in Denver Naturopathic Community, immune health, naturopathic medicine, real talk September 22, 2025

There’s something magical in the air as September wanes here in Colorado. The sunlight softens. The breeze shifts toward cool, crisp. Leaves begin to whisper in color. It’s the turning of the season: the Autumnal Equinox. For me, it’s more than a date. It’s a doorway — a liminal moment inviting reflection, release, and renewal. […]

Prostate Cancer Tips

by Dr. Michael Hummel in Uncategorized September 21, 2025

I recall meeting my first prostate cancer patient many years ago. The cancer had spread all over his body and was no longer responding to his prescribed treatments. I recall being disappointed as he told me how the cancer had been found in a localized area and that his physician had recommended very aggressive treatment […]

Natural Strategies for Breast Cancer Prevention

by Dr. Michael Hummel in Uncategorized September 21, 2025

I recall many years ago meeting my first breast cancer patient. She had been recently diagnosed with an extremely rare and aggressive form that did not respond for very long to most treatments tried. I worked with her for about two years, but unfortunately, she succumbed to the disease. Her oncologist had given her only […]

Sauna Therapy and Cancer

by Dr. Michael Hummel in Cancer, Denver Naturopathic Community, immune health, naturopathic medicine September 21, 2025

One of my favorite detoxification strategies is dry (not steam) sauna therapy. There are multiple strategies and approaches for sauna therapy that vary by temperature, heat source, construction quality, time, intensity, and wavelength. Sauna therapy isn’t right for everyone and every circumstance. However, it can have profoundly beneficial health effects when it’s the right tool […]

Winter Solstice: Light, Renewal, and Epic Celebrations

by Kelsey Asplin, ND in Denver Naturopathic Community, immune health, natural news, naturopathic medicine, real talk December 20, 2023

Hey there, trailblazers! As a Naturopathic Doctor delving into the enchantment of the winter solstice, let’s dive into this cosmic phenomenon that’s been firing up cultures for ages. Get ready to harness the power of this celestial fiesta and unlock the secrets to bossing up your seasonal game. Decoding the Solstice Swagger Picture this: December […]