Saturday, January 9, 2027

9:00 - 10:30 AM	"Human Detoxification and Depuration - Phase 1, 2, and 3 Pathways and What Makes Them Run"	Paul Anderson, NMD
10:30 - 11:00 AM	BREAK
11:00 - 12:30 PM	"Optimizing the Glymphatic Flush: Advanced Strategies for Environmental Toxin Clearance, Mental Health, and Alzheimer’s Prevention"	Millie Lytle, ND, MPH, CNS
12:30 - 1:30 PM	LUNCH
1:30 - 3:00 PM	"Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science on Detoxification"	Virender Sodhi, MD (Ayurveda), ND
3:00 - 3:30 PM	BREAK
3:30 - 5:00 PM	"TBD"	TBA

Sunday, January 10, 2027

9:00 - 10:30 AM	"Precision Mycotoxin Detox; All Molds Are Not the Same"	Jill Crista, ND
10:30 - 11:00 AM	BREAK
11:00 - 12:30 PM	"Functional GI Testing for Parasites, Bacteria and Yeast and the role of the Microbiome: Treatment Considerations for NDs"	Anne Hill, ND
12:30 - 1:30 PM	LUNCH
1:30 - 3:00 PM	"TBD"	TBA
3:00 - 3:30 PM	BREAK
3:30 - 5:00 PM	"TBD"	TBA

Paul Anderson, NMD

"Human Detoxification and Depuration - Phase 1, 2, and 3 Pathways and What Makes Them Run"

1.5 General (Total 1.5 CE)

The process of human detoxification is a multi-step system. A clinical understanding of the steps in the detoxification cascade can improve the outcomes when supporting patient detoxification efforts. Being able to assess and support all the pathways of detoxification and elimination can make the difference between a comfortable patient experience and an aggravated symptomatic one. This presentation will discuss the different phases of human detoxification, their cofactors and supports, and the way to support those systems as a patient detoxifies.

Bio: Dr. Anderson is a recognized educator and clinician in integrative and naturopathic medicine with a focus on complex chronic illness and cancer. In addition to three decades clinical experience, he also was head of the interventional arm of a US-NIH funded human research trial using IV and integrative therapies in cancer patients. He founded Advanced Medical Therapies in Seattle, Washington, a clinic focusing on cancer and chronic diseases and now focuses his time in collaboration with clinics and hospitals in the US and other countries.

Former positions include multiple medical school posts, Professor of Pharmacology and Clinical Medicine at Bastyr University and Chief of IV Services for Bastyr Oncology Research Center.

He is co-author of the Hay House book “Outside the Box Cancer Therapies” with Dr. Mark Stengler, and the Lioncrest Publishing book “Cancer… The Journey from Diagnosis to Empowerment.”. He is also co-author with Dr.’s Osborne and Carter of the IV textbook “A Scientific Reference for Intravenous Nutrient Therapy”.

 

Millie Lytle, ND, MPH, CNS

“Optimizing the Glymphatic Flush: Advanced Strategies for Environmental Toxin Clearance, Mental Health, and Alzheimer’s Prevention”

1.25 Pharmacology, 0.25 General (Total 1.5 CE)

The glymphatic system represents a paradigm shift in our understanding of neuro-detoxification. This glial-dependent perivascular network acts as the brain’s waste management system, facilitating the exchange of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) with interstitial fluid (ISF) to clear metabolic byproducts and environmental neurotoxins. This presentation moves beyond basic sleep hygiene to explore the clinical and pharmacological optimization of glymphatic flow.

We will examine the role of Aquaporin-4 (AQP4) water channels and the impact of environmental toxicants on neuro-detoxification pathways. Special emphasis will be placed on Pharmacology CE requirements, discussing the mechanisms of dexmedetomidine, midodrine, and dual orexin receptor antagonists (DORAs) in reducing norepinephrine and improving cerebrovascular pulsatility to boost waste clearance. Furthermore, we will review emerging evidence for beta-hydroxybutyrate, targeted anti-inflammatories, and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) in supporting these pathways. Practitioners will leave with a comprehensive toolkit—from multisensory gamma stimulation to pharmacological interventions—to counter neurodegenerative decline and optimize cognitive performance.

Bio: Dr. Millie Lytle, ND, MPH, CNS is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and the 2026 Best Health and Wellness Expert in the USA (Evergreen Awards). She is a graduate of The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, and with over 20 years of clinical and public health experience, she is a recognized authority in solving the "Burnout Paradox" for high-performing leaders.

Dr. Lytle currently serves as a consultant, strategist, and trainer at the School of Applied Functional Medicine (SAFM). She is also a board member of the Florida Naturopathic Physicians Association. Previously, she was the Head of Coaching at Mymee, leading the first NBHWC-approved autoimmune digital care program. Her peer-reviewed research boasts a 79% effectiveness rate in resolving chronic autoimmune symptoms with trigger identification. Dr. Lytle is the host of The Alpha Theta Network on YouTube and a frequent keynote speaker on longevity, neuroplasticity, and the intersection of tech and human wisdom.

 

Virender Sodhi, MD (Ayurveda), ND

“Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science on Detoxification”

1.25 General, 0.25 Pharmacology (Total 1.5 CE)

Presently, we live in a toxic world with excess amounts that overload our removal systems. Pollution in our air, water, and soil, contaminating our food and beverages, can have a detrimental effect on our bodies. Microplastics, hormone disruptors, and mold in our homes are just a few types of burdens we face as human beings existing in our tainted world. In this lecture, Dr. Virender Sodhi will explore ancient Ayurvedic wisdom, along with Naturopathic modern medicine, to explore the science and clinical application of cellular detoxification, detoxification pathways, dysbiosis, parasitic infections, mold exposure, and complex toxicant loads. Dr. Virender will review an Ayurvedic perspective on how to manage these environmental issues, along with herbs and methods to support our body’s natural detoxification pathways.

Bio: Dr. Virender Sodhi was the first Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician in the U.S.. He earned a M.D. (Ayurved) degree in 1980 from the Dayanand Ayurvedic Medical College in Jalandhar, India. Dr. Sodhi served as a college professor in India until 1986, when the Indian government selected him to share Ayurveda with Western society as part of a cultural exchange program. Dr. Sodhi finished his fellowship in Integrative Oncology with Dr. Mark Rosenberg in 2012.

After arriving in the United States, Dr. Sodhi enrolled at Bastyr University, a nationally recognized school of natural medicine in Kenmore, WA. He received his N.D. degree from Bastyr in 1988. He was subsequently invited to join the faculty at Bastyr to teach Ayurvedic sciences. Dr. Sodhi is currently a visiting professor at Sonoran University of Health Science in Tempe, AZ, at the University of Washington School of Pharmacy, and at Des Moines University in Iowa.

In addition to educating students at academic institutions, Dr. Sodhi has educated the general public about the benefits of Naturopathic medicine both nationally and internationally. He has been featured on several radio and television programs across the country, including an hour-long talk show titled Ayurveda: Wealth of Health, featured during the summer of 1997 on KEZX, a local radio station in Seattle, Washington. He shares his knowledge of Ayurveda by lecturing in hospitals, conferences, and other universities in the U.S., as well as in Italy, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Japan, New Zealand, Australia, and Canada.

Dr. Sodhi has served on the Panel of Experts with Dr. Andrew Weil for Natural Health magazine and has been featured in the Ask the Experts column many times. He recently published his book, “Ayurvedic Herbs, the comprehensive resource for Ayurvedic solutions. “He is the most quoted naturopathic physician in the reference book Alternative Medicine: the Definitive Guide and is featured in The Textbook of Natural Medicine. His articles have appeared in several publications, including the Protocol Journal of Botanical Medicine, World & I magazine, India Post, and the Ayurvedic News Quarterly. He also served as the Appointed Advisor for Natural Products to the government of Australia.

Along with his three brothers, he envisioned and formed Ayush Herbs, Inc., which offers the highest quality Ayurvedic herbal products and supplements worldwide.

Dr. Sodhi is a member of AANP (All American Naturopathic Physicians), WANP (Washington Association of Naturopathic Physicians), A4M (Anti-Aging Medicine), NAMA (National Ayurvedic Medical Association), AAPNA (Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America), and ONCANP (Oncology Association of Naturopathic Oncology), and SIO (Society of Integrative Oncology). Dr. Sodhi has written several books on Ayurveda and continues to write books on Ayurvedic medicine and attend to patients from all over the world at the Ayurvedic & Naturopathic Medical Clinic in Bellevue, WA.

Jill Crista, ND

“Precision Mycotoxin Detox; All Molds Are Not the Same”

1.t General (Total 1.5 CE)

When we use the term “mycotoxins”, we’re almost doing the mold-related illness patient a disservice. It conveys that all mycotoxins act the same. This is far from the truth. The fact is that each mycotoxin is morphologically and biosynthetically unique, each one posing its own distinctive threats to the body as well as individualized route of excretion. Do you know which mycotoxins are largely cleared by the kidneys rather than the liver? Do you know which mycotoxin should take priority over another and why? These research-backed, clinically applicable nuances of mold treatment will be addressed, providing you with a Monday morning action plan.

This presentation provides a clinically applicable review of major mycotoxins and mold metabolites relevant to complex chronic illness. Emphasis is placed on the unique biochemical properties, excretion pathways, organ system targets, and immunologic effects of individual toxins. Practitioners will learn how to recognize toxin-specific symptom patterns, prioritize treatment based on toxicologic burden, and apply evidence-informed strategies for metabolic support and elimination. Special attention is given to mycophenolic acid (MPA) as a marker of active mold exposure, and to distinguishing hepatic versus renal clearance priorities in clinical decision-making.

Bio: Dr. Jill Crista is a pioneering naturopathic doctor, best-selling author, devoted educator, and creative innovator. Her superpower is to make complex medical concepts simple and digestible for the average person.

Her passion is to elevate the well-being of the planet by assisting in the healing of her inhabitants. Her continuing education courses support those seeking to elevate their practice tools for a more fulfilling and prosperous practice life.

 

Anne Hill, ND

"Functional GI Testing for Parasites, Bacteria and Yeast and the role of the Microbiome: Treatment Considerations for NDs"

1.5 General (Total 1.5 CE)

This presentation will provide an in-depth look at how parasites, bacterial overgrowth, and yeast overgrowth may be contributing to a wide range of patient symptoms and chronic health concerns. Attendees will explore the prevalence of these infections in the United States, learn current testing methods for identifying gastrointestinal infections and dysbiosis, and review naturopathic treatment strategies designed to restore balance and improve patient outcomes. The session will also feature real-world case studies demonstrating successful treatment approaches used in clinical practice, followed by an interactive Q&A discussion.

Bio: Dr. Hill’s initial interest in healthcare began in 1990 with studying botanical medicine and Craniosacral therapy. Her love of medicine began with working closely with the extracellular matrix and the still little understood organ of the fascia. She brings the skill of her felt sense together with her studies in Functional Naturopathic Medicine, Ayurvedic Medicine, and Neural Injection Therapy to help her patients.

Dr. Hill combines her practice and teaching of Craniosacral with Naturopathic Medicine and Neural Therapy to directly treat patients who have Ehlers-Danlos and Hypermobility syndromes, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, and chronic infectious disease including Post-Covid Long Hauler syndrome, ME/CFS and Lyme disease. She also treats chronic pain disorders and other complex chronic illnesses.

Dr. Hill also teaches craniosacral therapy and neural therapy to other medical providers and is a well-received speaker in various specialty medical topics at many of the annual conferences in the medical and naturopathic medical field.