You want to understand what we're talking about regarding your body and health. We want that for you, too. You’re here because you want to understand your health and your body. And we’re all about that, too!

At Hope Clinic, we talk a lot about organ systems and their “seasons.” Since this isn’t usually part of a typical doctor’s appointment, let’s take a moment to explain what we mean.

So, What Are Organ Systems and Their Seasons?

Our organ systems are sets of organs working together to keep us healthy. They respond to changes in the environment—both inside and outside our bodies. Just as the weather shifts with the seasons, our bodies undergo natural changes, too, and these shifts affect how we feel and function day to day.

In Minnesota, the changing weather—temperature, pressure, sunlight, and more—impacts us! We talk about it all the time because, well, it does make a difference.

AS THE SEASONS CHANGE:

  • Our cravings and habits shift. We might crave different foods, and certain foods are better suited for different times of the year.

  • Our activity levels vary. Some seasons keep us moving, while others have us cozying up indoors.

  • Our comfort at home is affected. It's tough to find that sweet spot, from dry furnace air to chilly air conditioning.

  • Our moods fluctuate. Environmental changes impact our emotional balance, from excitement and joy to frustration or feeling low.

When one organ system is stressed, it affects other systems, too. Picture your body as a playground with swings, slides, and balance beams, all representing different organ systems. Each new season is like a new group of kids arriving to play—bringing their own unique energy and setting things in motion.

Picture This: Summer Arrives on the Playground

Summer’s here! Meet an energetic kid named Sunny, who is always full of energy. He heads straight for the trampoline (let’s call it the heart), and he’s jumping nonstop. It’s fun, but all that energy can wear the trampoline out! Sometimes, it even needs a little help from the swing or the teeter-totter.

This is how summer can feel for our heart system, bringing:

  • Vivid dreams

  • Heart palpitations

  • Headaches

  • Irritability or anxiousness

THE GOOD NEWS?

If we understand how organ systems work (and trust us, Dr. Brad has over 25 years of experience!), we can help our bodies function better and heal more effectively during the seasons.

Here in Minnesota, we get plenty of practice adapting to the seasons and letting our bodies grow and strengthen.

What’s Next? Another Season Arrives!

Look who’s coming to play next—Sue Falls and Chillout Charlie, representing the lung and large intestine season. They’ve got their tricks, but we’re ready for them. And if you need help, we’re here to make sure everyone gets along just fine!