“It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver.”- Mahatma Gandhi

With March comes the unpredictability of weather… and Spring.
In the ancient system of Ayurveda, this is the ideal time of year to practice detoxification (panchakarma). In fact, this is how my Functional Medicine journey began — with a spring Ayurvedic detox in 2013. I experienced a profound transition in both body and mind as I moved out the heaviness that naturally accumulates in winter.

Winter is protective. We eat more calories, heavier foods, more fat and density. We sleep longer. We turn inward. Spring, however, brings rising energy -  what has been underground begins to sprout. Trees bud. Days lengthen. Momentum builds.

When we clear the density of winter and harness the energy of spring, there is a current we can ride. It’s like drafting behind a cyclist or floating with a strong river current. The work becomes easier, deeper, and more effective. This is why detoxification in spring is optimal. We are working with the earth’s energy, not against it.

When using hormone replacement - whether thyroid, estrogen, progesterone, or testosterone - detoxification can significantly improve how these hormones function. Detox helps clear hormone receptors so that binding improves and signaling becomes more precise. This is a critical piece of hormone medicine.

How to Get Started with Detox

There are many detox programs available. Some are thoughtful and supportive; others, not so much. I can guide you through a comprehensive detox process with proven results.

• If you are new to my practice, schedule a Free Connection Call.
• Established patients, please send a portal message.

If you’re interested in learning more about the traditional Ayurvedic approach that inspired my journey, you can explore resources at YogaHealer.com.

Upcoming Events with Dr. Beth

Live Webinar with Dr. Beth: Stress, Hormones, and Health
March 11, 2026 5:00 PM
Zoom

During the Stress, Hormones and Health webinar, you'll discover how to take care of your health naturally with lifestyle medicine. Webinars are great if you live far away or have time or other constraints that make travel difficult.

Please RSVP: [email protected]
Zoom link provided once RSVP received 

FREE SEMINAR in person with Dr. Beth
Sedona Physical Therapy Collaboration
March 25, 2026 5:30 PM

I’m delighted to present Stress, Hormones, and Health at Sedona Physical Therapy, a newly renovated practice in Sedona. We will explore practical, natural approaches to resolving stress-related health concerns.

Please RSVP: [email protected]
Space is limited — a headcount is required.

A Glimpse Ahead: Summer Retreat at Orchard Canyon

This summer, I will be hosting an intimate longevity retreat at Orchard Canyon designed specifically for couples navigating midlife together.

This immersive experience will focus on--

• metabolic health
• hormone balance
• sustainable vitality after 40

We'll explore practical tools, science-based education, and meaningful time to reconnect as partners. Because longevity is not just about living longer - it’s about thriving together.

More details coming soon

Rooted in Healing

“The first wealth is health.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson

This month on Rooted in Healing, I’m excited to welcome physicians who bridge conventional medicine with prevention, lifestyle, and integrative care:

• Lindsey Berkson — A wealth of knowledge on hormone replacement
• Akil Palanisamy — Autoimmunity, Ayurveda, and reversing inflammatory cascades
• Jenna Blasi — Sedona’s Best Doctor for 10 years and running

Listen Live at KAZM 106.5 FM / 780 AM
Prior episodes are available in the archives at MellowMountainRadio.com and on Apple Podcasts.

Thank you for supporting this mission to expand healing through education. Please share with anyone who may benefit.

TruDiagnostic Discount - Through June 2026

A few weeks ago, I submitted my TruAge and TruHealth testing and am eagerly awaiting results. This level of in-depth evaluation is truly remarkable.

Biological age reflects how old your body is - not simply how many trips around the sun you’ve made. We all know individuals in their 60s who look and function like they’re in their 80s - and vice versa. This testing evaluates:

• Biological age
• Rate of aging
• Organ system performance and biological age of each organ system
• Areas that may benefit from lifestyle optimization

This science, developed through research at Harvard and Yale, represents the cutting edge of longevity medicine. We are now beginning to make targeted lifestyle recommendations based on epigenetic patterns - an exciting frontier in preventive health.

If you’re interested,

• Schedule a Free Connection Call with Dr. Beth
• Register as a patient

My Rooted In Healing interview with Dr. Matt Dawson, from TruDiagnostic is HERE: 

Thanks to Matt Dawson, MD, through June 2026 you can receive 20% off TruDiagnostic epigenetic testing using code:
DRCLAXTON20
TruDiagnostic.com

March Recipe: Kitchari

This was my favorite kitchari recipe last year!

Chef Johnny’s Kitchari
from Eat, Taste, Heal- An Ayurvedic Guidebook and Cookbook for Modern Living

Ingredients

1 cup white basmati rice, rinsed thoroughly
½ cup split mung dhal (split hulled mung beans), rinsed
3–4 cups filtered water
1 zucchini, chopped
1 small sweet potato, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons ghee
3 tablespoons hulled pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons chopped scallions
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 tablespoons Bragg’s amino acids
½ cup organic coconut milk
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon maple syrup
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Additional ghee for garnish

Directions

1. Place rinsed rice, mung dhal, and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce and simmer for 10 minutes.

2. Layer zucchini and sweet potato evenly over the rice mixture. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes.

3. In a sauté pan, heat ghee over medium heat. Add scallions and pumpkin seeds. Cook until seeds turn light brown (about 4 minutes).

4. Stir in curry powder and Bragg’s amino acids until combined. Add coconut milk, lemon juice, and maple syrup. Cook for 20–25 minutes.

5. When the rice mixture is done, pour in the scallion mixture and stir well. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with cilantro and ghee. Serve immediately.

Connection Call for Prospective Members

If you feel ready to explore what healing could look like for you, I’d love to connect. I offer a complimentary 15-minute connection call to see if this work is a good fit. Schedule Here for Connection Call

All my best,