Pairing Light Therapy and Nutrition Services for Autoimmunity

(SOURCE)Autoimmune disorders often involve inflammation, which occurs when the immune system attacks healthy tissue and causes pain and swelling. Light therapy, also known as photobiomodulation, has been shown to reduce inflammation and improve symptoms of autoimmune diseases. For example, a 2017 study found that light therapy improved thyroid function in patients with chronic autoimmune thyroiditis. Our whole body light therapy treatment involves exposure to five specific wavelengths of light for a relaxing, 20-minute session. This treatment can help reduce oxidative stress, increase the production of ATP in cells, and decrease inflammation and pain. (SOURCE)

In addition to light therapy, our Functional Nutrition team, led by Dr. Mathew Wilding, offers comprehensive nutrition services. Their approach goes beyond just providing a meal plan and focuses on supporting optimal function of the body's complex systems. All new patients with chronic or autoimmune conditions are asked to complete a Metabolic Assessment form to identify potential metabolic disorders or nutrient deficiencies. Based on this information, the Nutrition team may recommend dietary changes or supplements or request additional lab tests to gain further insight into underlying biochemical issues. The goal is to address dysfunctions and help the body function optimally to reduce disease risk.

Think of it this way: your body's check engine light is on, and our Nutrition team is equipped to run diagnostics, identify the problem(s), and then put into action a plan that works to repair the dysfunctions.