Dr. Mitchell Rasmussen and Kate Daugherty dive into a candid Q&A session addressing common health questions while sharing personal insights about their own wellness approaches. They tackle everything from parasite cleanses to blood pressure management, emphasizing looking deeper than diagnoses to understand individual biology.• Parasite cleanses are generally unnecessary without proper testing, as finding actual parasites occurs in less than 1% of cases• The complete blood count (CBC) differential provides valuable information about chronic inflammation and immune function that many conventional doctors overlook• Supplements have their place but can be overdone – diet, stress management and movement should always be prioritized first• "Essential hypertension" diagnosis code actually means doctors don't know why blood pressure is elevated – addressing root causes like insulin resistance is critical• Food sensitivities differ from true allergies – elimination diets with careful reintroduction remain the gold standard for identifying problematic foods• Wearable devices and fasting aren't beneficial for everyone, despite their popularity in wellness circles• Both practitioners share their personal nutrition approaches, with Mitchell aiming for 200+ grams of protein while Kate follows a more intuitive pattern• Even health practitioners struggle with balance – Mitchell admits to occasional indulgence in Little Debbie snack cakes despite knowing they trigger inflammationWant to take the next step with functional medicine? Learn more about our new patient process and lab testing at www.thefacilitydenver.com For more insights, tips, and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on Instagram @thefacilitydenver Join our email list for monthly updates + offers. Stay curious, stay proactive, and we’ll catch you next time!

Ver todos los episodios