Sleep & Brain Detox: Why Deep Sleep Is Critical for Immune, Mitochondria & Glymphatic Health
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Sleep & Brain Detox: Why Deep Sleep Is Critical for Immune, Mitochondria & Glymphatic Health

If sleep has been elusive for you, start with the basics: honor your body’s circadian rhythm, dim lights and put screens away an hour before bed, skip alcohol and snacks late at night, and support your diet in ways that reduce inflammation. These steps don’t just help you fall asleep — they help you reach the deep sleep where healing happens.

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How Digestion Controls 70% of Your Immune System.
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How Digestion Controls 70% of Your Immune System.

When you eat, your body is constantly evaluating what you’ve put on your plate. Every bite you take either supports your health or asks your system to work harder to protect you. Foods that your body digests easily are processed with less effort and more benefit — nutrients are absorbed efficiently, mitochondria generate energy effectively, and your immune system stays responsive.

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Restoring MILA
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Restoring MILA

What if your brain fog, fatigue, hormone resistance or chronic inflammation weren’t separate issues — but signs your body’s internal systems are breaking down together?

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Avoiding the Trap of Chronic Inflammation: Why Your Body Isn’t Healing
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Avoiding the Trap of Chronic Inflammation: Why Your Body Isn’t Healing

Inflammation is a natural part of healing — but what happens when it doesn’t stop? If you’re still swollen or in pain weeks after an injury or flare-up, your immune system might be stuck in overdrive. Learn how to spot the shift from helpful to harmful inflammation — and what to do when your body stops healing and starts hurting.

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Beyond White Blood Cells: Unlocking the Power of Your Immune System
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Beyond White Blood Cells: Unlocking the Power of Your Immune System

Most people think white blood cells are the whole story when it comes to immune health—but they’re just the beginning. In this post, Dr. Christopher Thoma reveals the powerful, lesser-known chemical forces that shape your immune system and how imbalances can lead to chronic issues. Learn how to take control of your health from the inside out—and join us for The Mighty Immune seminar on November 18.

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Why Your Immune System Needs Balance
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Why Your Immune System Needs Balance

Your immune system is the mightiest system in your body — but “stronger” isn’t always better. Join Dr. Christopher Thoma of The Legacy Clinic in Cody, Wyoming, as he breaks down why your immune system must be balanced: the ability to attack when under siege, calm down when injured, and regulate so it doesn’t fight things it shouldn’t.

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Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late: Why Early Action Matters for Chronic Health
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Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late: Why Early Action Matters for Chronic Health

Many people assume that making health changes — eating better, moving more, adjusting supplements — is something you can delay. You tell yourself, “I’ll start next month,” or “It’s just not the right time.”

But here’s the problem: you’re not on flat ground. You’re on a slope. In functional health, I often think of chronic illness as a muddy slope. At first, you slip just a little. You feel aches, fatigue, blood sugar creeping upward, joints stiffening. You promise yourself you’ll catch it.

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Invest in Longevity—Before You Need a Cure
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Invest in Longevity—Before You Need a Cure

Longevity isn’t about living forever. It’s about maximizing the years you do have—feeling good, staying sharp, and doing what you love. And that starts with investing early.

Investing in longevity means choosing today to eat better, move more, sleep deeper, manage stress, and eliminate toxins. It means seeing the right physicians, taking the right supplements, and avoiding what harms you—before the warning signs appear.

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Treat the Symptom, But Don’t Stop There
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Treat the Symptom, But Don’t Stop There

Too often, the medical world falls into a trap: treat the symptom and call it good. In fact, even some functional medicine clinics focus heavily on symptom relief. Why? Because it feels good to help people feel better fast. And patients feel reassured when something’s working quickly.

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Why Follow‑Up Appointments Are Vital in Functional Health
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Why Follow‑Up Appointments Are Vital in Functional Health

The truth is, not every supplement is meant for the long haul. Some, like those supporting methylation processes in your body, may be lifelong companions. But most are meant to be short-term tools—instruments used to resolve specific imbalances or heal certain systems.

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