American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP)

24th Annual Convention and Exposition, “Physicians, Heal Thy Practice”

August 19-22, 2009
Tacoma, Washington

Abstract Submission
1) Contact Information
a) Carrie Louise Daenell
b) Carrie Louise Daenell, ND
c) 165 Cook Street #203, Denver, CO, 80206
d) Day time telephone: (303) 399-8050
e) Fax: (303)399-8052
f) Email: doctorcld@aol.com
**please do not publish personal information

2) The abstract is being submitted for: a) Oral Presentation (60 minutes)

3) Presentation Title: “Healing the Aging Metabolism”

4) Description: Each passing year, a variety of stressors take a toll on cellular health. Nutritional
deficiencies, oxidative damage, and decreased production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), lead to a
decline in metabolism as well as overall health. By supporting cellular energy production, health can
be restored and vitality can be achieved.

5) Abstract: It is well established that metabolism changes over time. After reaching middle-age, many
patients tend to slowly gain weight year after year – oftentimes without changing their diet or exercise
regimen. Often accompanying this weight gain is a gradual decline in overall health. At the cellular
level, this weight increase and health decline can, in part, be attributed to the metabolic compromise
that occurs “naturally” with the wear and tear of life. Understanding the biochemical pathways
involved in energy production is critical to resolving health issues. Healing the aging metabolism
involves not only enhancing the efficiency of energy production by improving the health of existing
mitochondria (energy-producing organelles), but also expanding the energy potential by providing
building blocks for energy generation. By utilizing effective nutritional therapies, metabolism can be
enhanced and patient vitality restored.

a) Learning objectives
• Review the biochemical pathways that drive cellular energy (ATP) production in the body
• Understand the factors which decrease energy metabolism over time
• Discuss the health implications of improper or inefficient metabolic function
• Assess relevant research and effective nutritional therapies for restoring mitochondrial
function and energy production
• Review case studies exemplifying the benefits for weight loss and other health parameters

b) Presentation outline:
• The Aging Metabolism
– Statistics – weight gain & health decline
• Metabolism Basics
– Production of ATP
• Glycolysis
• Krebs cycle
• Oxidative phosphorylation
 • Consequences of Metabolic Breakdown
– Disease manifestation
• Metabolic Repair
– Increase mitochondria
– Enhance efficiency of energy production
– Provide building blocks of cellular energy
– Maintain oxygen levels
• Summary
– Case studies
– Nutritional protocol

c) Pharmacy discussion will occur during the presentation, but will not include any specific
company branded products or ingredients

d) Target audience: Medical practitioners and students

6) Biographical sketch: Carrie Louise Daenell, ND

Dr. Daenell is a naturopathic physician in private practice at Natural Health & Science, Inc., in
the Cherry Creek area of Denver, Colorado, where she specializes in women’s health, digestion,
inflammatory support, surgical support, and Hepatitis C. Dr. Daenell earned her Doctorate in
Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University. Her practice produces revenue that places it in
the top 1% nationwide. Previously the editor of the Journal of Naturopathic Medicine, Dr.
Daenell speaks and writes locally and internationally for physicians and the public on the topic of
natural health. She is the co-author of Better Breast Health for Life, past president of the
Colorado Association of Naturopathic Physicians, and has served on the Board of Directors for
the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians. You can visit her website at
www.drdaenell.com.

Dr. Daenell’s presentation will be sponsored by Integrative Therapeutics, Inc.