We are an Integrative and Metabolic Health Practice that focuses on and follows The Bredesen Protocol which is a comprehensive and personalized approach to prevent, slow and may reverse cognitive decline caused by Alzheimer’s, Cognitive Decline and Dementia. It was developed by Dr. Dale Bredesen, a neurologist and researcher who has spent over 30 years studying the mechanisms of neurodegeneration.
The protocol is based on the idea that Alzheimer’s, Cognitive Decline and Demetia are not single diseases, but a complex and multifactorial condition that results from the imbalance of 36 different factors that affect brain health. These factors include inflammation, infections, toxins, hormones, nutrition, lifestyle, genetics, and more. By identifying and addressing the specific factors that contribute to each individual’s cognitive impairment, the protocol aims to restore the brain’s ability to heal itself and improve its function. The protocol involves a comprehensive assessment of the patient’s medical history, symptoms, biomarkers, and genetic profile, followed by a personalized plan that includes dietary interventions, supplements, exercise, stress management, sleep optimization, brain stimulation, and other therapies. The protocol is not a one-size-fits-all solution, but a dynamic and evolving process that requires regular monitoring and adjustments. The protocol has been shown to improve cognitive performance and quality of life in hundreds of Alzheimer’s, Cognitive Decline and Dementia patients who have followed it under the guidance of trained practitioners. Some of the benefits reported by patients include improved memory, attention, language, mood, energy, and overall well-being. The protocol is not a cure for Alzheimer’s, Cognitive Decline, or Dementia but a way to slow down or halt its progression and enhance brain resilience.
What it is
Blood sugar balance refers to how your body regulates glucose for energy, metabolism, and cellular function.
Why it matters
Imbalances can affect energy levels, hormone signaling, inflammation, and long-term metabolic health.
Common signs
Energy crashes, especially after meals
Cravings for sugar or carbohydrates
Difficulty losing or maintaining weight
Brain fog or irritability
What influences it
Diet and meal timing
Stress levels
Sleep quality
Hormonal balance
Next steps
👉 Explore more about Blood Sugar
What it is
This pillar reflects your body’s exposure to environmental toxins and its ability to process and eliminate them.
Why it matters
Accumulated toxic burden can disrupt hormones, immune function, metabolism, and cellular health.
Common signs
Chemical sensitivities
Persistent fatigue
Brain fog
Skin issues or inflammation
What influences it
Air, water, and food quality
Household and occupational exposures
Detoxification capacity (liver, gut, lymphatic system)
Next steps
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What it is
The microbiome is the ecosystem of bacteria in your digestive system that supports digestion, immunity, and overall health.
Why it matters
Gut health influences inflammation, immune response, metabolism, and even brain function.
Common signs
Bloating or digestive discomfort
Food sensitivities
Irregular bowel habits
Skin or immune issues
What influences it
Diet and nutrition
Antibiotic or medication use
Stress
Environmental exposures
Next steps
👉 Explore the Gut Health Pathway
👉 View Digestive Support Options
What it is
Inflammation and oxidative stress reflect how your body responds to internal and external stressors at a cellular level.
Why it matters
Chronic inflammation is a common driver of many health conditions, including fatigue, metabolic dysfunction, and chronic disease.
Common signs
Joint or muscle discomfort
Fatigue
Brain fog
Slow recovery or healing
What influences it
Diet and lifestyle
Gut health
Stress
Environmental toxins
Next steps
👉 Explore the Inflammation Pathway
👉 Learn About Reducing Inflammation
What it is
This pillar focuses on how effectively blood, oxygen, and nutrients are delivered throughout the body.
Why it matters
Proper circulation supports energy production, cellular repair, and overall vitality.
Common signs
Low energy or endurance
Cold hands and feet
Slow recovery
Cognitive fatigue
What influences it
Cardiovascular health
Physical activity
Inflammation
Oxygen utilization
What it is
Immune function reflects how well your body defends against illness while maintaining balance and regulation.
Why it matters
An imbalanced immune system can lead to frequent illness, chronic inflammation, or autoimmune conditions.
Common signs
Frequent infections
Slow recovery
Allergies or sensitivities
Autoimmune symptoms
What influences it
Gut health
Nutrition
Stress
Environmental exposure
Next steps
👉 Explore the Immune Support Pathway
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What it is
This pillar reflects your body’s ability to regulate stress and maintain healthy daily rhythms, including sleep and energy cycles.
Why it matters
Disruptions in stress response and circadian rhythms can impact hormones, metabolism, sleep, and recovery.
Common signs
Difficulty falling or staying asleep
Fatigue despite rest
Feeling “wired but tired”
Mood fluctuations
What influences it
Lifestyle and daily routines
Stress levels
Light exposure
Hormonal signaling
Next steps
👉 Explore the Stress & Sleep Pathway
👉 Improve Your Daily Rhythm
What it is
Hormones are chemical messengers that regulate metabolism, mood, energy, sleep, and many other functions.
Why it matters
Imbalances can affect nearly every system in the body, often contributing to fatigue, weight changes, and mood shifts.
Common signs
Weight gain or difficulty losing weight
Mood changes or irritability
Sleep disruption
Low energy or libido
What influences it
Stress and cortisol levels
Nutrition and metabolism
Environmental toxins
Sleep quality
Next steps
👉 Explore the Hormone Balance Pathway
👉 Learn About Hormonal Support
What it is
This pillar reflects cognitive function, emotional resilience, and overall mental well-being.
Why it matters
Mental and emotional health are deeply connected to physical health, influencing stress, hormones, and immune function.
Common signs
Brain fog or poor focus
Anxiety or mood changes
Low motivation
Emotional fatigue
What influences it
Stress and lifestyle
Sleep quality
Nutrition
Hormonal balance
Next steps
👉 Explore the Cognitive Health Pathway
👉 Support Mental Clarity and Focus
What it is
Epigenetics refers to how lifestyle, nutrition, and environment influence gene expression and long-term health outcomes.
Why it matters
While genetics provide a blueprint, epigenetics determines how those genes are expressed over time.
Common signs
Family patterns of disease
Chronic or complex conditions
Variable responses to treatment
What influences it
Nutrition and micronutrients
Environmental exposures
Lifestyle habits
Stress and resilience
Next steps
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Naturopathic Doctors (NDs or NMDs) are trained in an Integrative Approach.
They provide evidence-informed guidance on safe and effective use of natural and supportive therapies, when combined with conventional treatment.
We take the time to understand your body’s Metabolic Terrain, health history and environment through anecdotal and empirical facts.
We create an individualized and through plan of health that takes into account the Whole You as well as Naturopathic and potentially Allopathic care options. Your Internal Terrain and bio-individuality significantly impact your Plan of Health.
We prescribe the right health plan that may include Nutraceuticals, Nutritional IVs, Diet, Hormones, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Frequency Therapy as well as other modalities.
With our Metabolic Terrain, Environmental, Integrative, Holistic and Individualized approach, you will work with a Naturopathic Medical Doctor to provide a more comprehensive experience now and in the future.
Kimberly Williford, MS,RD,LD,NMD is a native Texan, Licensed Naturopathic Doctor and Registered Dietitian. She has dedicated her entire career to studying and helping patients to heal and balance metabolic dysfunction to help chronically ill patients while optimizing vitality and performance.
She earned her undergraduate degree from The University of Texas at Austin. She earned her Master’s degree in Nutritional Science, Magna Cum Laude, from Texas Tech University and completed internship at Texas Tech Health Science Center in Lubbock, Texas. After graduate school her focus was on children born with metabolic disorders later becoming an intensive care dietitian. She also worked extensively with the geriatric population both in the hospital and extended care facilities.
As a desire to treat the cause of disease rather than symptoms she furthered her education by attending medical school at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, one of only four accredited, four-year naturopathic medical schools in the United States where she earned her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree (NMD). She completed a two year general and functional medicine residence, which focused on metabolic testing in Atlanta, Georgia. She served as a consultant in functional test interpretation for Metametrix/Genova laboratories reviewing test results with doctors from all over the country.
She has completed Board Certification fellowship training in anti-aging and restorative medicine with the American Academy of Anti-Aging and Rejuvenation Medicine. She studied environmental medicine with Dr. Bill Rea, founder of Environmental Health Center Dallas, and Dr. Walter Crinnion, an expert in environmental medicine for over thirty years. An unexpected cancer diagnosis and surgical menopause led to an increased passion in understanding hormones and optimizing the immune function. This was a natural fit for completing Master Class training in the Metabolic Approach to Cancer with Dr. Nasha Winters ND, FABNO and author of The Metabolic Approach to Cancer.
Dr. Williford’s practice focuses on integrative functional wellness to help environmental toxicity, cancer support, metabolic dysfunction, hormone imbalance, longevity/optimal aging, cognitive decline and chronic disease. Treatment is individual as each person is unique rather than being a protocol. Focus is on the person as a whole rather than a diagnosis. She has been working with patients, both in and out of the hospital for over 20 years to help them achieve optimal health.
“Dr. Williford has such a great understanding of how my body works. She has helped me support my body and mind through making changes in my life and diet. It has made me feel more like myself and able to think more clearly. Thank You!”
– S.I.E.Medical Patient
