by Dr. David Bilstrom | Feb 11, 2026 | autoimmune disease, cortisol
According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): More than one in ten U.S. adults experiences frequent anxiety or worry, and Nearly one in five has been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. These widespread...
by Dr. David Bilstrom | Feb 10, 2026 | autoimmune disease, autoimmune disease prevention, cortisol, Fasting, Fasting mimicking diet
Autoimmune diseases affect approximately 50 million Americansleading many to seek solutions beyond standard symptom management. While modern medicine offers pharmaceutical interventions, there is a growing interest in metabolic therapy, specifically fasting, as a way...
by Dr. David Bilstrom | Aug 26, 2024 | ALAN, autoimmune disease, cortisol, insomnia, mitochondria, sunlight
In today’s world, artificial light is everywhere—bright screens, streetlights, and even the glow of an alarm clock. While these sources of light make life more convenient, they may also be having an unexpected and detrimental effect on your health. Research is...
by Dr. David Bilstrom | Jul 8, 2024 | autoimmune disease prevention, cortisol, dietary lifestyle, exercise, immunity, Longevity, mitochondria, stress reduction
Mitochondrial function plays a crucial role in the immune system and reversing autoimmune disease. Mitochondria are not just the powerhouses of cells; they also regulate various cellular processes, including immune responses. In recent years, scientific research has...
by Dr. David Bilstrom | Oct 15, 2023 | ADHD, autoimmune disease prevention, cancer prevention, cortisol, nature
Blog originally published September 9, 2018. Updated with more research articles October 15, 2023 Using Nature as medicine. How Nature improves human health and well-being. Nature is all around us. Yes, the amount of Nature may be shrinking rapidly, but so far Nature...
by Dr. David Bilstrom | Mar 27, 2023 | cortisol, Nutraceutical Supplements, reduce cortisol, stress reduction
What are the Best Supplements to Reduce Cortisol? Cortisol, often called the “stress hormone,” plays a vital role in energy, metabolism, and immune function. But when cortisol levels stay too high or too low for too long, it can lead to chronic stress, inflammation,...
