Dr. Michael Lehman, ND

Dr. Michael Lehman, ND Redeeming Naturopathic Health with Dr. Michael Lehman, ND, is devoted to naturopathic education.

Although Dr. Lehman's clinical specialty is in working with patients wrestling with autoimmunity/autoinflammation, immune dysregulation, and chronic infectious diseases (e.g. - Lyme disease and its myriad coinfections, Epstein-Barr virus, Mold/Mycotoxemia, etc.), this educational platform will discuss the vast gamut of naturopathic principles & practice, health & wellness topics, specific medical matters, and beyond. Any health-related discussion points defined herein should not be construed as direct medical advice or recommendations; all considerations should be discussed with your personal healthcare practitioner to determine if it is right for your individualized needs. If you are interested in working with Dr. Lehman directly for assistance in meeting your health & wellness goals, you will be directed to contact Evergreen Naturopathic (Dr. Lehman's clinical practice for patients residing in the states of Washington or California) located in Spokane, WA (www.evergreennaturopathic.com).

The road to modern homesteading looks different for everyone. For some it’s healing, for others food security, sustainab...
12/27/2025

The road to modern homesteading looks different for everyone. For some it’s healing, for others food security, sustainability, or answering a calling, and for many it’s all of the above.

MHC exists because homesteading isn’t meant to be done alone. Skills matter, but so does community. Learning in person, from those who’ve lived it, changes not just what you know, but how supported you feel.

🌿 Winter circadian rhythm support doesn’t have to be complicated.Small, consistent habits can make a noticeable differen...
12/18/2025

🌿 Winter circadian rhythm support doesn’t have to be complicated.

Small, consistent habits can make a noticeable difference:
• Natural light within the first hour of waking
• Gentle morning movement
• Consistent sleep and meal times
• Dimmer lighting and fewer screens at night

Some people also benefit from short morning light therapy during darker months.

✨ More practical winter rhythm tips are shared in our newest blog.
https://www.evergreennaturopathic.com/blog/understanding-circadian-rhythm-in-winter

☀️ Light matters more than we realize.Our circadian rhythm relies on light cues to regulate cortisol, melatonin, and sle...
12/17/2025

☀️ Light matters more than we realize.

Our circadian rhythm relies on light cues to regulate cortisol, melatonin, and sleep. In summer, morning sunlight tells the brain it’s time to wake up. In winter, that signal often arrives after the alarm clock — which can leave mornings feeling sluggish.

This seasonal mismatch is common, and there are gentle ways to support your internal clock through it.

📖 Learn how winter light affects sleep and energy in our latest blog. https://www.evergreennaturopathic.com/blog/understanding-circadian-rhythm-in-winter

❄️ December feels different — and that’s not in your head.Shorter days, darker mornings, and earlier evenings can shift ...
12/17/2025

❄️ December feels different — and that’s not in your head.

Shorter days, darker mornings, and earlier evenings can shift energy, sleep, and focus. From a naturopathic perspective, this is a natural response to changes in light and how it affects our circadian rhythm.

If waking up feels harder or evenings feel heavier this time of year, your body may simply be adjusting to winter.

✨ Read more about why this happens — and how to support your body through it — in our newest blog. https://www.evergreennaturopathic.com/blog/understanding-circadian-rhythm-in-winter

🥣 Day 6: Completing the Bone Broth Reset — and Setting a Long-Term IntentionToday marks the final day of this bone broth...
12/15/2025

🥣 Day 6: Completing the Bone Broth Reset — and Setting a Long-Term Intention

Today marks the final day of this bone broth reset, but not the end of the practice. This week has reinforced something I see daily in clinical work: restoration is built from the inside out, one foundational input at a time.

Bone broth is not a trend; it is a traditional therapeutic food that supports the multi-systemic human body—digestive integrity, connective tissue, immune signaling, metabolic resilience, and nervous system regulation. When consumed regularly and sourced well, it becomes part of a long-term strategy for repair rather than a short-term intervention.

As a naturopathic doctor who concentrates my practice on chronic infections and autoinflammatory conditions, I am selective about the companies I support and recommend. I value sourcing, transparency, and alignment with biological principles. FOND Regenerative, founded by Alysa Seeland, stands out for its commitment to pasture-raised, regeneratively sourced ingredients and thoughtfully prepared bone broths that respect both the land and the physiology of the human body.

In patients dealing with chronic immune activation, gut permeability, or systemic inflammation, we are not looking for extremes—we are looking for consistency, nourishment, and inputs that lower the inflammatory burden rather than add to it. Regenerative bone broth fits squarely into that philosophy.

This reset has been a reminder that healing is not forced. It is supported.

Moving forward, bone broth remains—not as a cleanse, but as a cornerstone.

🥣 From Day 5 into Day 6: Transitioning with IntentionAs this weeklong digestive reset comes to a close, the focus shifts...
12/14/2025

🥣 From Day 5 into Day 6: Transitioning with Intention

As this weeklong digestive reset comes to a close, the focus shifts from deep gut rest to thoughtful reintegration. Day 5 has been about winding down inflammation and stabilizing digestion; Day 6 is about reintroducing simple, nourishing foods that build on that foundation rather than undo it.

FOND Regenerative’s Shiitake, Sage, and Shallot Chicken Bone Broth has been a grounding constant throughout this reset—providing amino acids, minerals, and culinary depth while keeping digestion calm and supported. As I move into Day 6, I’m beginning with warm, well-cooked foods that are easy to digest and rich in nutrients.

Gentle Refeed Recipe: Broccoli Cheddar Soup
A simple, comforting bridge back to solid food:

Ingredients:
– FOND Regenerative Shiitake, Sage & Shallot Chicken Bone Broth
– Fresh broccoli florets
– Chopped carrots
– High-quality sharp cheddar cheese

Method:
Simmer broccoli and carrots in bone broth until very tender. Blend partially or fully, depending on texture preference. Stir in freshly grated sharp cheddar over low heat until melted and smooth. Season simply to taste.

This kind of meal honors the work of the past week—supporting digestion, minimizing inflammatory load, and easing the body back into more complexity with care.

Reset complete. Integration begins.

🥣 Day 5 of My 6-Day Bone Broth ResetToday feels like a natural turning point. After several days of deep nourishment and...
12/13/2025

🥣 Day 5 of My 6-Day Bone Broth Reset

Today feels like a natural turning point. After several days of deep nourishment and gut rest, I’m beginning to wind down this anti-inflammatory reset and thoughtfully prepare for the reintroduction of more solid foods.

Bone broth remains the foundation — providing collagen, amino acids, and minerals that continue to support the intestinal lining, joint health, and metabolic balance. As the week progresses, the body often feels calmer, less inflamed, and more receptive to gentle transitions rather than abrupt shifts.

Reincorporation matters just as much as the fast itself. The goal isn’t to rush, but to move forward with intention: warm, well-cooked foods, simple ingredients, and mindful portions that honor the healing work already underway.

Grateful for this slower rhythm and for the reminder that sustainable health is built through patience, not extremes.

🥣 Day 4 of My 6-Day Bone Broth ResetToday’s support comes from FOND’s regenerative chicken bone broth infused with lemon...
12/12/2025

🥣 Day 4 of My 6-Day Bone Broth Reset

Today’s support comes from FOND’s regenerative chicken bone broth infused with lemon, garlic, and radish — a lighter, bright-tasting blend that feels especially restorative at this midpoint of the reset.

Day 4 often brings a noticeable shift: steadier energy, reduced hunger signals, and a clearer sense of mental focus as the body becomes more fully adapted to relying on gentle nourishment and internal fuel sources. The combination of amino acids, minerals, and botanical-infused ingredients continues to support gut rest, hydration balance, and metabolic stability.

What I appreciate most today is how simple the rhythm has become — broth, mineral water, deep breathing, light movement, and an intentional slowing down. It’s a reminder that structured resets are less about restriction and more about creating space for repair.

Moving into Day 5 with clarity and gratitude.

🥣 Day 3 of My 6-Day Bone Broth FastToday’s lineup: regenerative chicken bone broth infused with shiitake, sage, and shal...
12/12/2025

🥣 Day 3 of My 6-Day Bone Broth Fast

Today’s lineup: regenerative chicken bone broth infused with shiitake, sage, and shallot — a deeply savory, nutrient-rich support as I move through what is often considered the most challenging day of an extended fast.

Day 3 can bring a noticeable physiological shift. Glycogen reserves are largely depleted, ketone production is increasing, and the body is transitioning into a more efficient metabolic state. For many people, this is when cravings, fatigue, or emotional fluctuations arise.

That’s why I’m grateful for the grounding support of high-quality bone broth. The amino acids, collagen precursors, and minerals help sustain energy and maintain electrolyte stability, while the shiitake and sage offer additional antioxidant compounds that feel especially nourishing on a day like today.

Even though Day 3 is harder, it’s also a turning point — a reminder that healing often asks for patience, discomfort, and trust in the process. I’m taking it one jar at a time, staying hydrated, and keeping my focus on the restorative intention behind this fast.

Onward to Day 4.

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🥣 Day 2 of My 6-Day Bone Broth Fast 💧Today’s essentials: mineral-rich Gerolsteiner sparkling water and nourishing FOND R...
12/10/2025

🥣 Day 2 of My 6-Day Bone Broth Fast 💧

Today’s essentials: mineral-rich Gerolsteiner sparkling water and nourishing FOND Regenerative chicken bone broth with turmeric, black pepper, and thyme. The combination provides steady electrolytes, anti-inflammatory support, and easily absorbed nutrients — exactly what the body needs during a structured fasting protocol.

On Day 2, the focus is staying hydrated, supporting gut rest, and maintaining balanced minerals. The naturally occurring bicarbonate, magnesium, and calcium in high-mineral water help sustain energy and hydration, while the amino acids in bone broth — including glycine and glutamine — support gut lining integrity and overall metabolic resilience.

I’m noticing more mental clarity today, a calmer digestive system, and a deeper awareness of how much the body appreciates simplicity.

Moving into Day 3 with intention, hydration, and gratitude for this gentle reset.

I’m embarking on a 6-day bone-broth fast — using rich, homemade (or high-quality) broth — and including mineral water al...
12/10/2025

I’m embarking on a 6-day bone-broth fast — using rich, homemade (or high-quality) broth — and including mineral water alongside it to help support hydration and electrolyte balance throughout. I finished my homemade turkey bone broth just in time for the arrival of my order! Use code “DRLEHMAN” for an additional 10% off your order.

Here’s why I believe this regimen can be a beneficial reset for the body:
• 🍲 Gut & Digestive Support: Bone broth provides amino acids like glycine and glutamine, plus gelatin and collagen precursors, which may help support gut barrier integrity and soothe the digestive tract — a helpful reset when giving the digestive system a break. 
• 🦴 Joint, Bone & Tissue Support: The broth’s mineral content (calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, etc.) and connective-tissue–supporting nutrients can support healthy bones, joints, cartilage, and connective tissues. 
• 💧 Hydration & Electrolyte Balance: Drinking mineral water in addition to broth helps maintain fluid and electrolyte levels — important during extended reduced-food phases to avoid dehydration or electrolyte imbalance.
• 🧘‍♂️ Gentle Reset & Reduced Inflammation: For many people, a bone-broth fast can provide a more gentle alternative to water-only fasting — offering nourishment without heavy digestive burden and potentially reducing inflammatory stress while supporting cellular and tissue maintenance. 

I enter this fast with intention — honoring the body’s capacity to heal, reset, and restore balance. I’ll be listening carefully to how I feel and supporting myself with gentle hydration, mineral-rich fluids, and rest.

If you’ve ever done a bone-broth fast (or considered one), I’d love to hear about your experience or questions.

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🌿Your hormones influence every part of how you feel including energy, mood, metabolism, sleep, digestion, and so much m...
12/06/2025

🌿Your hormones influence every part of how you feel including energy, mood, metabolism, sleep, digestion, and so much more. At Evergreen Naturopathic, we don’t just look at numbers… we look at the whole picture.

Here’s what sets us apart:

✨ Whole-Body, Whole-Person Care
As Naturopathic physicians, we assess how your brain, gut, immune system, and hormones communicate and influence each other.

✨ We Understand the Complex Interactions
Thyroid, adrenal, and male/female hormones are deeply interconnected. We address both the cause and the cascade of effects they have on one another.

✨ Root-Cause Focused
Symptoms don’t occur in isolation. We look at diet, sleep, stress, movement, and gut microbiome health as essential contributors to hormone balance.

✨ Comprehensive, Advanced Testing
We use in-depth serum and urine hormone testing to assess levels, metabolism, and how your body is actually using its hormones.

✨ Personalized Treatment Plans
Your care may include lifestyle support, targeted nutrition, botanical medicine, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy when appropriate.

✨ Always Learning, Always Improving
Our clinicians complete yearly continuing education to stay current on the latest hormone & thyroid research, testing, and therapies.

At Evergreen Naturopathic, we are knowledgeable, passionate, and dedicated to restoring balance — so you can feel like yourself again. 💚

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