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

by 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. […]

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Sauna Therapy and Cancer

by 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 […]

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Winter Solstice: Light, Renewal, and Epic Celebrations

by 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 […]

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August is National Wellness Month

by in brain health, gut health, immune health, mens health, naturopathic medicine, nutrition, sleep health, teen health, womens health August 15, 2023

As the heat of summer draws to a close and the promise of autumn looms on the horizon, August arrives as a perfect time to refocus on our well-being. National Wellness Month, observed throughout August, encourages us to take a step back from our busy lives and prioritize self-care. In a world filled with constant […]

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5 Winter Remedies to Beat Cold and Flu Season

by in herbal medicine, immune health, mens health, teen health, womens health November 1, 2018

With the onset of fall and winter, many patients visit my office looking for remedies to help with increased fatigue and lowered immunity. One of my very first posts discussed how the winter colds and flu may in part be related to an energetic discord between our personal lifestyles and the environmental slow-down that takes […]

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Health Profile: Valentines Day

by in brain health, gut health, herbal medicine, immune health, mens health, sexual health, teen health, womens health February 14, 2018

It’s February 14, Valentines Day, the annually celebrated (or reviled) day of love that has become a $17+ billion dollar industry in today’s world. As many are aware, Valentines day has a somewhat clouded origin story, possibly stemming from a combination of Roman masculine rituals, Christian-Catholic martyrdome, and romantic promotions by writers like Chaucer and […]

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