As devastating fires sweep through Los Angeles County, our hearts go out to all those affected by this heart breaking crisis. First and foremost, we hope that you and your loved ones are safe.

In addition to ensuring your immediate safety, it is important to protect your health from the environmental hazards caused by this wildfire and our firefighting efforts. Microscopic particles produced by wildfires spread rapidly through the air. As these fine particles float through the air, we inevitably inhale them. Coarser particles can deposit in your upper respiratory system, but the fine particles can bypass the defense mechanism of your upper respiratory system and penetrate deep into your lungs. From there, these tiny particles can make their way into your bloodstream and travel throughout your body. Once in your bloodstream, these particles can set off a cascade of adverse health reactions.

What follows is a general recommendation for supplementation to equip yourself and your family to protect against these environmental hazards. While each individual may require different levels of support, we all need to ensure our detoxification systems function optimally and prepare to defend our respiratory health. We also need to find ways to handle the stress.

Our office is open, and we are available for in-person visits and online consultations.