I’m going to show you how I helped a patient raise her low white blood count from 2.4 to 5.4 in just one month—simply by discovering her root causes and improving her gut health.
My name is Dr. Tom Rofrano from the Natural Medicine Clinic in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and author of the FreeDiet®. After 40 years in practice, most of our new patients come in with gut or thyroid issues—and this patient was one of them.
Her Symptoms: Fatigue, Insomnia & Gut Issues
A 55-year-old woman with hypothyroidism (on medication) came in with:
- Fatigue
- Brain fog
- Insomnia
- Abdominal bloating
- Difficulty losing weight
- Joint pain
Her doctor told her everything looked fine—but deeper testing revealed otherwise.
Lab Findings: Low White Blood Count & Neutropenia
Comprehensive testing showed:
- Low White Blood Count (Leukopenia)
Her WBC was 2.4 (normal range: 4.0–11.0).
- Low Neutrophils (Neutropenia)
Her neutrophils were 1.0 (normal range: 2.5–7.0).
White blood cells are essential for immune function, and levels this low can indicate underlying issues.
Common Causes of Low White Blood Count
- Chronic infections
- Autoimmune conditions
- Cancer
- Toxins
- Nutrient deficiencies
- Hormonal imbalance
The most common causes I see are gut infections, gluten sensitivity, and nutrient deficiencies—and she had all three.
Root Causes: Gut Infections, Gluten Sensitivity & Hormonal Imbalance
- Gut Infections
She had:
- Bacterial overgrowth
- Yeast overgrowth
Both can suppress immune function and contribute to low white blood count.
- Gluten Sensitivity & Leaky Gut
She tested positive for:
- Gluten sensitivity
- Leaky gut
These can lead to:
- Chronic inflammation
- Malabsorption
- Nutrient deficiencies
- Immune suppression
- Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin D is essential for immune regulation, and her levels were low.
- Hormonal Imbalance
In addition to hypothyroidism, she had:
- High cortisol (suppresses immune function)
- Low melatonin (important for sleep and immune regulation)
These imbalances further contributed to her symptoms.
Step 1: The Anti-Inflammatory FreeDiet®
I put her on the FreeDiet®, which I developed years ago while healing my own autoimmune Hashimoto’s, rheumatoid arthritis, IBS, fatigue, and skin issues.
Foods to Avoid on the FreeDiet®
- Gluten
- Grains
- Sugar
- Yeast
- Dairy
- Eggs
- Soy
- Legumes
- Nightshades
- Processed foods
These foods are the most common triggers of inflammation, gut dysfunction, thyroid imbalance, and chronic symptoms.
Step 2: What She Ate
Breakfast
A nutrient-dense FreeDiet® Super Smoothie containing:
- Protein
- Essential fats
- Fruits and vegetables
- Fiber
(Recipe included with the FreeDiet® Phase 1 Food Chart linked below.)
Lunch & Dinner
- Beef, chicken, or fish
- Plenty of vegetables
- Healthy fats
As she improved, we added additional foods back in during Phase 2 and beyond.
Step 3: Targeted Supplements
She took the Functional Five:
- Multivitamin
- Fish oil
- Vitamin D with K
- Magnesium
- Probiotic
Plus:
Additional Support
- Gut-support supplements
- Curcumin
- Vitamin C
- Adrenal support
- Melatonin
These helped replenish nutrient deficiencies, reduce inflammation, support immune function, and improve sleep.
Her Results After 1 Month
White Blood Count
- WBC increased from 2.4 to 5.4 (normal)
- Neutrophils increased from 1.0 to 3.6 (normal)
Symptoms Improved
- Fatigue
- Brain fog
- Insomnia
- Abdominal bloating
- Back and joint pain
She said she felt like a new person.
The Bottom Line
With the FreeDiet® and targeted supplements, she was able to:
- Restore gut health
- Normalize her white blood count
- Improve immune function
- Resolve fatigue and insomnia
- Reduce bloating and joint pain
If you have gut issues, thyroid problems, or chronic symptoms, comprehensive testing is essential to uncover your root causes so you can receive the right solutions.
If you’d like personalized help, feel free to contact us—we’re currently accepting new patients.
Go here if you would like a free copy of the FreeDiet® phase 1 food chart.
