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 […]

August is National Wellness Month

by Kelsey Asplin, ND 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 […]

Enjoying the Great Outdoors this Summer

by Kelsey Asplin, ND in brain health, immune health, naturopathic medicine June 30, 2021

Japanese researchers have shown that being out in nature (what is sometimes referred to as “forest bathing”) improves relaxation and reduces stress. A busy urban environment, which many of us spend most of our days soaking in, has exactly the opposite effects; it can stimulate the fear and anxiety centers in the brain, making you […]

COVID-19 – How Does it Work?

by Kelsey Asplin, ND in COVID-19, immune health, real talk March 15, 2020

Some more recent information has come to light about the novel Coronavirus that’s sweeping the world right now. The discussion around which receptors in the body the Coronavirus actually latches onto has become of key interest. And since it is now the main topic of conversation surrounding COVID-19, I want to break it down for […]

5 Winter Remedies to Beat Cold and Flu Season

by Kelsey Asplin, ND 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 […]

Health Profile: Valentines Day

by Kelsey Asplin, ND 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 […]

Health Profile: Cinnamon

by Kelsey Asplin, ND in herbal medicine, immune health, natural news, naturopathic medicine, nutrition February 10, 2017

The onset of Fall, (which, if you live in Colorado, you know happened quite abruptly this year) brings with it the nostalgia we carry all year long for scarves, warm mittens and comfy boots, corn mazes and pumpkin carvings, and seasonal delights like pumpkin pie and cider. As a person who loves cooking, herbal medicine, […]

A Natural Alternative to DEET

by Kelsey Asplin, ND in immune health, naturopathic medicine July 12, 2016

During a recent camping trip in the beautiful Colorado mountains, I was reminded of just how much I dislike mosquitoes. While I can reconcile a purpose for almost all other creatures, the mosquito continues to baffle me. While the silence of the days, the thousands of stars visible in the night sky, and the smell […]