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From the Townsend Letter
June 2014

Inflammation and the Kidneys
by Dr. Jenna C. Henderson
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Dr. Jenna HendersonDr. Jenna Henderson is a graduate of the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine. Her practice, Holistic Kidney, addresses the unique needs of renal patients at all stages, including dialysis patients and transplant recipients. Her articles have been published in Natural Medicine Journal and Naturopathic Doctors News & Reviews. She has lectured across the US to both patient groups and professional groups. She has appeared on several radio shows and cohosted the program Improve Your Kidney Health. She is currently at work on a guidebook on natural medicine for transplant patients.

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