MIMI's Clinic at Marchionda Imaginative Medicine Institute

09/08/2026

Targeted Supplements for Immune Support


MycoActive - OrthoMolecular

MycoActive features a powerful combination of six mushroom extracts for advanced immune support.

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Currently Available in clinic at 50% off



OrthoMune - OrthoMolecular

A balanced blend of flavonoids and crucial vitamins and minerals, provides safe, long-term immune support for all populations without overstimulating the immune system.

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Currently Available in clinic at 15% off



Viracid - OrthoMolecular

Viracid includes a powerful combination of key nutrients and botanical extracts that provide support for immune challenges.

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Currently Available in clinic at 15% off



In addition, don't forget these favorites!

VItamin C - Contributes to immune defense by supporting various cellular functions of both the innate and adaptive immune system.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5707683/

Available on Fullscript.

Vitamin D (with or without vitamin K2)

Can also modulate the innate and adaptive immune responses.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3166406/

Available in clinic and on Fullscript.

09/01/2026

Today is International Opiod Overdose Awareness Day

To mark International Opiod Overdose Awareness Day the Mesa County Opioid Response Group (MCCORG) organizes an annual memorial flag display at Lincoln Park in Grand Junction.



Event Details & Schedule

Flag Placement: 6:30 AM at Lincoln Park
Resource Tables & Community Education: 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
CMU Outreach & Narcan (Naloxone) Training: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Time of Remembrance: 7:00 PM – Dusk


Memorial Overview

Symbolism: Purple flags represent lives lost to drug overdose across Colorado, while white flags specifically honor individuals lost in Mesa County.
Support: Local groups including Peer 180, Mesa County Public Health, and the Colorado Health Network provide resources, peer support, and Narcan training.


MCCORG and Mesa County Public Health Also Distribute Naloxone at Community Distribution Sites

What is naloxone?

Naloxone is a medicine that rapidly reverses an opioid overdose.

It attaches to opioid receptors and reverses and blocks the effects of other opioids. Naloxone can quickly restore normal breathing to a person if their breathing has slowed or stopped because of an opioid overdose.

It has no effect on someone who does not have opioids in their system, and it is not a treatment for opioid use disorder.

Narcan is the brand name for naloxone.



Mesa County Public Health has placed naloxone kiosks throughout the community to provide free and easy access for anyone in need.

In partnership with the Western Colorado Area Health Education Center (WCAHEC), these kiosks are regularly maintained and restocked to ensure availability.

Each kiosk includes naloxone and bilingual instructions to guide you in assisting someone experiencing an overdose. Together, we’re working to save lives and support harm reduction in our community.



For Naloxone Kiosks Locations and More Information visit MCCORG at: https://www.mesacounty.us/departments-and-services/public-health/individual-and-family/opioid-prevention-and-recovery

08/31/2026

Help Us Explore a New Approach to Brain Fog & Headaches—Without Medication

We are looking for a limited number of participants for a free 2-week trial exploring a new prototype frequency-based device designed to support glymphatic flow.

The device works similarly to microcurrent therapy. Microcurrent therapy is a safe non-invasive treatment that uses very low-level electrical currents that match the body's natural bioelectric field.



What is Glymphatic Flow?

The glymphatic system helps the brain clear cellular waste and metabolic debris. We’re interested in exploring whether supporting this natural process may help people experiencing symptoms such as brain fog and frequent headaches.



What is "Brain Fog"?

Brain fog is an informal term for a group of symptoms that affect your ability to think clearly. It is not a medical diagnosis, but rather a sign of mental fatigue, poor sleep, stress, or an underlying health issue
It is a common symptom of Post-Acute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), AKA Long COVID


Are You Eligible?
You may qualify if you are 18 or older and experience any of the following:


"Brain fog" symptoms
Frequent headaches (more than 4 times per month)
Migraines, tension headaches, cluster headaches, and other recurrent headaches


What does participation involve?

Participants will:

Complete 8 sessions over 2 weeks
Attend 4 sessions per week (Monday thru Thursday)
Spend approximately 45 minutes per session
Complete pre- and post-session assessment questionnaires
Complete a follow-up assessment approximately one month after treatment


There is no cost to participate.

We simply ask that participants commit to completing all 8 sessions and required assessments.



An Opportunity to Help Advance Integrative Medicine

This is an opportunity to help us explore a non-invasive approach to "brain fog" and headache symptoms while contributing to the advancement of integrative medicine in our community.



📞 Ready to learn more?
Call or text the clinic at (970) 628-1624 to schedule an intake and see if you are be eligible.



Limited participation available. This is an investigational trial of a prototype device; participation does not guarantee symptom improvement

08/31/2026

You don't have to know how the story ends to be okay in the moment.



A friend shared this story with me recenty:

He went in for his annual eye exam, expecting nothing more than a routine checkup. His prescription hadn’t changed. Good news.

Then the doctor said, “And the other news is that you have a detached retina. You’ll need emergency surgery.”

A detached retina. Something he had never thought about in his entire life was suddenly the most important thing in the room.

He was sent immediately for surgery, where he learned the procedure would involve using a laser in his eye. He had to sit completely still, hunched forward in a chair, knowing that one wrong movement at the wrong moment could potentially cost him his vision.

And yet, in the middle of all of that, something unexpected happened. He became very still. It was painful. It was frightening. And somehow, it was also strangely peaceful.



The surgeon kept asking, “Do you need a break?”

“No,” he said. “I’m good. We can keep going.”



He realized he could have created an entire story around what was happening:

What if I go blind?
Why is this happening?
What does this mean for my future?
Is this the beginning of something terrible?
Instead, he simply stayed with what was actually happening.



The pain was there. The uncertainty was there. The catastrophe he could have created in his mind wasn't. In that space, he discovered something profound:



When we stop building a story around our pain, the pain doesn’t necessarily disappear - but something inside us becomes more calm.



We spend so much of our lives trying to know what comes next, trying to control outcomes, trying to make sense of every difficult moment. Sometimes there is freedom in simply saying:

I don't know.
I don't know what happens next.
I don't know how this story ends.
But right now, I am here.
That's enough.

08/27/2026

My heart is with the people of Nepal following the devastating flash floods that swept through northern Nepal today.

A sudden surge along the Bhotekoshi River near the Nepal-Tibet border caused catastrophic destruction, washing away homes, roads, bridges and critical infrastructure.

This is not the first disaster Nepal has weathered, and he full impact of this disaster is still unfolding.

For those of us who have traveled through Nepal, walked its mountain trails, experienced the generosity of its people, or simply carry a love for this extraordinary country, this news is especially heartbreaking.

Today, we send our deepest thoughts to:

The families who have lost loved ones
Those still waiting for news of family and friends
Survivors who have lost homes and livelihoods
The rescuers working in dangerous conditions
The communities facing the long road toward recovery
Nepal is resilient. Its people strong. Right now, they need prayers, compassion and the world's support.

08/24/2026

08/20/2026

Your Cells Need Energy Too!

We often talk about symptoms - fatigue, brain fog, metabolic dysfunction, inflammation, cardiovascular problems, or difficulty recovering.

But what if we also looked inside the cell?

Your mitochondria are responsible for producing much of the ATP your cells use as energy. When mitochondrial function declines, the result can be impaired energy production, increased oxidative stress, altered calcium signaling, cellular damage, and inflammation.

This creates a potential vicious cycle:

Less cellular energy → more oxidative stress → more inflammation → more mitochondrial dysfunction → even less cellular energy.

Mitochondrial dysfunction has been implicated in a wide range of chronic conditions, including cardiometabolic disease, insulin resistance, neurodegenerative disorders, and other chronic inflammatory conditions.

That doesn't mean mitochondrial dysfunction is the cause of these diseases - but it may be one important piece of the puzzle.



Where does PEMF fit in?

Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy is an interesting emerging tool in the world of regenerative and integrative medicine.

Laboratory and animal research suggests that certain PEMF parameters may influence mitochondrial respiration, ATP production, calcium signaling, mitochondrial biogenesis, antioxidant defenses, and inflammatory pathways.

Human evidence is more nuanced. The strongest clinical evidence isn't necessarily for "recharging your cells.” It's for pain and musculoskeletal conditions.



What does the research show?

Osteoarthritis: A meta-analyses of placebo-controlled trials have found improvements in pain, stiffness, and physical function, although results vary considerably between studies and treatment parameters. [2-4]

Chronic low back pain: A meta-analysis of 14 trials involving 618 patients found a significant reduction in chronic low back pain, although improvement in physical function was not demonstrated. [5]

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS): Cochrane evidence is mixed - one trial found no clear effect, while others reported moderate-to-substantial pain reductions. [6]

Joint/soft tissue pain: A multicenter randomized control trial of 120 patients, found daily self-administered PEMF superior to standard care. PEMF users saw a 36% reduction in pain versus 10% with standard care, along with decreased analgesic use from 40% to 18%. [7]



How does PEMF work?

Researchers have proposed several mechanisms, including:

Modulation of nitric oxide signaling
Anti-inflammatory effects
Antioxidant signaling
Effects on tumor necrosis factor and anti-oxidant pathways
Modulation of adenosine receptors involved in inflammation
Potential effects on mitochondrial function and cellular metabolism
The evidence for PEMF as a way to reverse systemic mitochondrial dysfunction or treat chronic disease is still limited. Effects appear to depend heavily on the frequency, intensity, duration, and specific type of electromagnetic field being used.

PEMF is a potentially useful adjunctive therapy, particularly for pain and musculoskeletal conditions, where human evidence is more encouraging. PEMF is noninvasive, generally well tolerated, can be done at home, and may offer another option for people looking for non-pharmacologic approaches to pain management.



Please join us in experiencing PEMF and other technologies during Good Vibes - Grounding Hour Thursday, August 20th.

08/17/2026

As a new week begins, and building on the "Beauty" email from last Monday, I'm reminded of an ancient Diné (Navajo) prayer that feels relevant in a world that often moves too fast.

"With beauty before me, may I walk.
With beauty behind me, may I walk.
With beauty above me, may I walk.
With beauty below me, may I walk.
With beauty all around me, may I walk."

What if mindfulness isn't something we have to find, but something we choose to notice?

Beauty isn't reserved for mountaintops or perfect moments. It's in the morning light filtering through the trees, the sound of birds greeting the day, the kindness of a stranger, and the resilience we discover within ourselves.

This week, instead of rushing from one task to the next, pause long enough to notice what is beautiful around you. Let gratitude guide your steps. Let wonder soften your perspective. Let nature remind you that every season has its purpose - including the one you're walking through right now.

May you walk with beauty before you, behind you, above you, below you, and all around you.

08/13/2026

What Is Regenerative Medicine - and Does It Matter Who Provides Your Care?

Last night, I attended a regenerative medicine dinner presentation here in the Grand Valley. It sparked an important question:

When you're considering regenerative medicine, does it matter who is providing your care - and whether they're part of your community?

The answer is YES!



According to the FDA, regenerative medicine is an approach to restore, replace, or regenerate cells, tissues, or organs to treat or mitigate disease. Its goal is to support the body's own healing processes rather than simply masking symptoms.

For many people with arthritis, chronic pain, tendon injuries, sports injuries, or age-related degeneration, regenerative medicine offers the potential to improve function, reduce pain, and, in some cases, delay or avoid surgery.

There are companies from outside Colorado traveling throughout the Western Slope offering in-home regenerative injections. While this may seem convenient, every patient deserves to ask a few important questions before deciding on treatment:

What exactly is being injected?
Where does the product come from?
How is it processed and characterized?
What scientific evidence supports its use?
Am I an appropriate candidate?
Who will follow my progress after treatment?
What happens if I have questions, complications, or need additional care?
But regenerative medicine is far more than an injection and the best outcomes rarely come from a single injection alone.

Successful regenerative medicine begins with a comprehensive evaluation, understanding the underlying cause of your condition, identifying factors that may interfere with healing, optimizing your overall health, selecting the most appropriate regenerative therapy, and providing ongoing follow-up to monitor your progress and adjust your treatment plan as needed.

Having a local physician matters.

It means you have someone who knows your medical history, understands your goals, is available if questions arise, and remains your partner throughout the healing process - not just on the day of the procedure.

At MIMI's Clinic, regenerative medicine is integrated with functional and lifestyle medicine because healing doesn't occur in isolation. We address nutrition, inflammation, metabolic health, hormones, movement, sleep, and other factors that influence your body's ability to repair itself.

I am also Colorado's only Diplomat of the American Academy of Stem Cell Physicians, providing evidence-informed regenerative care with an emphasis on patient safety, education, individualized treatment planning, and long-term follow-up.

If you're considering regenerative medicine, take the time to understand your options, ask questions, and choose a provider who will be with you throughout your healing journey. Call us to schedule an informational session and learn whether regenerative medicine may be appropriate for you.

Regenerative medicine is highly individualized. Not every therapy is appropriate for every patient, and outcomes vary. Treatment decisions should be based on a comprehensive medical evaluation and current evidence.

Regenerative medicine isn't just about an injection. It’s about comprehensive care.



Reference: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Focus Area: Regenerative Medicine.
https://www.fda.gov/science-research/focus-areas-regulatory-science-report/focus-area-regenerative-medicine

08/11/2026

Recognizing the Beauty That Surrounds Us

The past 36 hours have been a whirlwind. We had family in town, which included giving them a grand tour of Colorado's Grand Valley. From scenic overlooks and vineyards to orchards, local treasures, and unforgettable views, we packed a lot into a day and a half.

Something beautiful happens when you show visitors the place you call home. You begin to see it through fresh eyes. The familiar becomes remarkable again. The landscapes seem a little more breathtaking, the sunsets a little more vibrant, and the moments a little more meaningful.

Recognizing the beauty around us is a practice of slow observation, gratitude, and inner peace. It reminds us that wonder isn't reserved for faraway destinations—it exists right where we are, waiting for us to pause long enough to notice.

Sometimes the greatest gift our guests leave behind is a renewed appreciation for the extraordinary beauty we've overlooked in the ordinary.

Here's to slowing down, looking up, and rediscovering the places - and the people - we're grateful to call home.

As Henry David Thoreau noted, the true question is not what you look at, but what you actually see.