We are so excited to introduce our newest PrimeHealth practitioner, Jen Woods!

Jen is a licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) and graduated with a master’s degree in Nursing. She became board certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) in 2007 and worked in geriatrics and anti-aging medicine until 2014 when she began her transition to Functional Medicine.

Jen has since received her post master’s certificate as a Certified Clinical Nutritionist (CCN) through the Clinical Nutrition Certification Board (CNCB), and also holds the designation of ADAPT trained practitioner from the Kresser Institute.

Jen is grateful for the opportunity to skillfully apply a Functional Medicine approach and feels that it is the most rewarding and beneficial way to practice medicine. Jen holds a deep passion for partnering with her patients and joining them on their journey to optimal health and healing.

Book a free consult on our website today to learn more about about our practice and working with Jen. We are so thrilled to have her on our team! Link in bio.

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Simple - Sunday - Superfood - Breakfast - Bowl ... This is how you end a week on a high note.

Ingredients.
-2 cups spinach.
-1/4 an avocado.
-1/8 cup blueberries.
-1/8 cup chopped cucumber.
-1 inch piece of ginger.
-16 ounces filtered water.
-splash of raw apple cider vinegar.
-1 scoop @vitalproteins collagen powder.
-3-4 ice-cubes.
-Optional: a few drops of pure monk fruit sweetener.

Instructions.
-Blend all of the above ingredients until smooth, and transfer to bowl.

Toppings.
-Sliced kiwi.
-Cha seeds.
-Coconut flakes.
-Goji berries.
-Sunflower seeds.

Enjoy!

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Omega-3 fatty acids are vital for optimal health. They can help fight inflammation, reduce symtpoms of metabolic syndrome, support and promote brain and heart health, improve mental disorders and decline, and support mood. Omega-3s are not made by the body, so they must be consumed through diet and supplements. Here are 6 foods rich in Omega-3 fatty acids that we always recommend on a healing diet:

1.Wild-caught Salmon is one of the best sources of EPA and DHA, 2 of the 3 forms of omega-3s. Eating it just twice a week is an excellent way to get these forms of omega-3 fatty acids. Salmon also contains a variety of nutrients, including vitamin D, selenium, and B vitamins.

2. Sardines are also a great source of EPA and DHA. They’re highly nutritious and contain almost every nutrient your body needs.

3. Grass-Fed Beef — There are many reasons it is healthier to eat grass-fed beef, and omega-3 fatty acids are one of them. While grain-fed beef does not contain omega-3’s, cattle that are raised on grass have the ALA form of omega-3 fatty acids.

4. Chia Seeds are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids (the ALA type), and are also high in fiber, antioxidants, and a variety of vitamins and minerals.

5. Flaxseeds also provide the ALA type of omega-3s, and are full of healthy fat, fiber, and various nutrients.

6. Walnuts are an especially good source of ALA. They are high in fiber and contain high amounts of copper, manganese, and vitamin E.

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Conventional doctors and functional doctors alike will suggest IBS patients adhere to the low-FODMAP diet.

What does FODMAP mean? FODMAP stands for “fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols”. FODMAPs are short chain carbohydrates that can contribute to the development of IBS and digestive distress. The low-FODMAP diet is strict, but can be very effective.

Many experts claim IBS is a chronic, incurable disease, but we’ve found that with a combination of diet and lifestyle changes, it’s possible to reverse IBS symptoms entirely.

To begin reversing your IBS today, checkout our online (and extremely comprehensive) Prime Gut Course - link in bio.

At PrimeHealth, we are dedicated to empowering patients and improving their quality of life with as few pharmaceuticals as possible. If you’re suffering from IBS, schedule a free phone consultation to learn how we can help you.

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"I’ve been a PrimeHealth member for exactly a year now and it’s been the best and most effective investment I’ve made in regard to my health. 6 years ago, after moving to Denver (and following a major car accident) I began to gain weight rapidly and was experiencing severe acid reflux. My Gastroenterologist diagnosed me with the autoimmune condition Eosinophilic Esophagitis, which was the cause of the acid reflux symptoms. I refused the daily steroid inhaler he prescribed and began working with a Dietician through numerous elimination diets. I was able to narrow down some foods that were causing reactions, however, the symptoms did not fully go away. I began working with another functional medicine practice and while we were able to determine there were issues with gut health and inflammation, I still felt no difference and hadn’t lost a single pound after working with them for over a year. It was around that time that I discovered PrimeHealth and scheduled my initial consultation with Dr. Rafatjah. It is expensive and I was apprehensive after having had little to no success elsewhere in previous years, however, after meeting with her I decided that this would be my last effort to figure things out, and committed. Dr. Rafatjah is very thorough and holistic in her approach and over the first 6 months we continued to test everything possible and fine tune things from my workout practices and sleep habits to my diet through their Nutritionist, Katie. Initially, while my bloodwork did show improvement, I was still feeling a bit frustrated about not having lost weight. Then Dr. Rafatjah, Katie and I tweaked everything a bit further and in March something finally clicked and I began losing weight. Now, 1 year in, I’ve lost 30lbs (and still going), my bloodwork (inflammation, cortisol, insulin hormones, etc.) have all come back to optimal levels for the first time years, there’s no acid reflux to speak of, and I feel stronger and better than ever. I’ve already renewed my membership for another year of maintenance and can’t recommend PrimeHealth enough!" - April, current patient.

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Food alone cannot cure hypothyroidism...but eating supportive foods and removing harmful foods can help restore thyroid function and minimize symptoms. Want to learn the top foods to avoid and embrace, and be guided through a proper elimination and reintroducion phase? Sign up for our 6 week Hypothyroidism Elimination Diet course - link in bio. The course begins on Wednesday, August 5th at 6pm, and runs each Wednesday at 6pm for the following 6-weeks.

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