by Franca Gardner | Oct 6, 2026 | Thyroid & Hormone Health
Hashimoto's thyroiditis and Graves' disease are both autoimmune conditions involving the thyroid, but they usually push thyroid function in opposite directions. Understanding which condition is present—and what else may be affecting how you feel—is essential to...
by Franca Gardner | Sep 1, 2026 | Complex Chronic Illness
MCAS can be confusing because symptoms may appear in several body systems and can overlap with allergies, gastrointestinal disorders, cardiovascular problems, and other conditions. A careful diagnosis matters: symptoms alone do not establish MCAS. What Is Mast Cell...
by Franca Gardner | Aug 4, 2026 | Environmental Health, Mycotoxins and Mold
Colorado is known for its dry climate, so indoor mold may be the last thing many people expect. But mold does not require a humid climate—it requires moisture. A small leak, condensation problem, damp bathroom, basement moisture, or past water damage can create a...
by Franca Gardner | Jul 7, 2026 | Environmental Health, Mycotoxins and Mold
Mold is common in the environment. Indoor problems develop when moisture allows mold to grow in buildings. For some people, damp or moldy environments can contribute to respiratory, allergic, or irritant symptoms. The difficult part is determining what the exposure...
by Franca Gardner | Jun 2, 2026 | Lyme Disease, Patient Education
What Is Lyme Disease? Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused in the United States primarily by Borrelia burgdorferi. It is transmitted to people through the bite of infected black legged ticks (Ixodes species) and is the most common vector-borne disease in the...
