Here For Healing

In this episode, Carly chats with Andrew LaTour, owner of GembaRed, LLC, which produces red light panels used for therapy and ambient red lights, aiding in sleep. We chat about the benefits of red light therapy, using red light for healing, the differences between near and far infrared light, and how to choose the best option for yourself.

This episode covers:

- What Photo Biomodulation (Red Light) Therapy is + its usages/applications

- The differences between blue light v. red light on the electromagnetic spectrum + the effects of each on your body

- The definitions + benefits of Near Infrared (NIR) Light, Medium Infrared (MIR) Light, and Far Infrared (FIR) Lights, and when to use each

- What you should look out for regarding Electromagnetic Frequencies (EMFs) in red light options, how to know the levels in your product + the importance of grounding devices

- What Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity (EHS) is + where to find an EMF meter

- How to choose a red light for your needs based on wavelength, intensity, flicker rate, size + type of light emitted

- The unique ways GembaRed is designing their products, including 3rd party testing with transparent results

- How GembaRed got its name + why was it created

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In this episode, Carly chats with Functional Medicine Practitioner and co-founder of Restore and Revive Wellness Center, Taylor Dukes, about preconception and pregnancy health. We discuss how to prepare the body for pregnancy and fertility, as well as gentle detox options even before looking to get pregnant. We talk in depth about how to prepare for a healthy pregnancy and leave you with many tips on how to improve your health and in turn, the health of your baby.

This episode covers:

- The timeline for + how to begin preparing the body for pregnancy through targeted detox, a nutrient-dense diet

- Prior to conceiving:

       - Natural alternatives to sugar such as dates, maple syrup, coconut sugar

       - Supplementation recommendations during preconceptions + what to look for when searching for a supplement source

       - Which labs to ask for 3-months prior to conceiving: nutrient panel, vitamin D levels, lipid panel, iron panel with ferritin, full thyroid panel, HCG          hormone, progesterone levels

       - How to find a great provider

- During Pregnancy:

       - Who to consider as part of your birthing team + how to start 

       - Tips for a healthy pregnancy: avoiding toxins, balancing blood sugar, taking prenatal vitamins, avoiding processed foods

       - Recommendations and information on ultrasounds

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In this episode, Carly chats with Naturopathic Oncologist, Dr. Sonia Malani, currently working at the Advanced Integrative Medical Science (AIMS) Institute in Seattle, WA. We discuss her personal experience with cancer through her father’s diagnoses, and how she was inspired to become a naturopathic physician beginning at the age of 19.

This episode covers:

- What is Hippocrates Health Institute + why did Dr. Malani’s family choose it for treatment

- How + why did Dr. Malani choose Bastyr University

- What is integrative oncology

- How is integrative oncology different from conventional oncology

- Where + how do we see the integrative and conventional approaches successfully coming together in healing cancer

- What is the role of IV therapy when it comes to healing cancer

- The role of an integrative oncologist in a patient's healing journey

- What is the therapeutic alliance + how does a collaborative medical team work together

- The correlation between cancer and trauma: adverse childhood experiences can increase your risk of cancer as an adult

- How resilience works as an antidote to trauma

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In this episode, Carly chats with friend and cancer thriver, Jenny Bradley, who has been well-established in integrative and holistic cancer therapies since her diagnosis in 2017. They chat about Jenny’s experience with breast cancer and the challenges that have made Jenny's healing journey unique.

This episode covers:

- Jenny's diagnosis story

- What the Riordan clinic is + why is it different from other cancer centers

- Why neither chemotherapy or radiation were recommended as part of Jenny's distinctive healing plan

- The importance of treating the whole person during cancer care; emotional, mental, and spiritual health

- The therapies Jenny uses to flourish while living with breast cancer: high dose vitamin C IVs, IV mistletoe and mistletoe shots, saunas, coffee enemas, supplements, intentional and targeted nutrition, walking, and juicing

- What is a coffee enema + how does it work

- Who should get the Prenuvo scan + what is it for

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In this episode, Carly chats with Certified Holistic Health Coach and CellCore Practitioner, Michael McNeal. We chat about how Michael recovered from both Type I diabetes and Tourette’s syndrome using brain- and gut-resetting cleanse techniques. We discuss the symptoms of parasites, the why and how of parasite cleaning, and how CellCore products can help you get started.

This episode covers:

- Symptoms of parasitic activity: Low energy levels, allergies, digestive issues, constipation, irritable bowl syndrome, colitis, bloating after meals, yeast infections, severe diarrhea, uncontrollable sugar cravings, muscular pain, difficulty losing/gaining weight

- Some of the most common parasites being cleansed from the body: Tapeworms, liver flukes, strongyloides

- Why CellCore products?

- How to do a parasite cleanse: Where to start, what are your options, and what it costs

- How parasites get into the body + their relationship with toxins

- What to expect while doing a parasite cleanse + the benefits

- Maintenance suggestions for after a cleanse

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In this episode, Carly chats with PURE Juicer Founder and CEO, David Feinberg about the what, why, and how of cold-pressed juicing, and why it is such a game changer for one's health. If you have been looking to get started with or learn more about the juicing lifestyle, this resource is for you.

This episode covers:

- David's personal philosophy on juicing

- Tips and tricks to get you started

- Why + how David created the PURE Juicer and what makes it different

- The different types of juicers such as centrifugal and cold-pressed juicers

- What is the difference between blending and juicing

- The benefits of raw enzymes when using juice as a healing modality

- The ideal amount of juice to drink in a day

- Defining the Periodic Table of Juicing

- How to clean your vegetable before juicing

- Recommendations for juice cleansing

- Some favorite, go-to recipes

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In this episode, Carly chats with Certified Master Neuroscience and Life Coach, international speaker, and Forbes-Rated Top 11 Inspiring Female Entrepreneurs, Rachel Luna. We chat about Rachel’s journey through breast cancer; Rachel discusses how she was diagnosed and explains each step of her healing process.

This episode covers:

- What are some emotional- and trauma-based roots of disease

- The differences between emergency room-given and specialized, diagnostic ultrasounds

- The Gerson Therapy: What is it, how do you implement it, its benefits, and other vital information

- The many factors that can lead to a cancer diagnosis including diet, water quality, stress, and exhaustion

- Information on the C.H.I.P.S.A. Therapy Hospital and Advanced Immunotherapy Center for Cancer

- Survivor’s guilt and ways to honor loved ones who have passed away

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In this episode, Carly chats with Naturopathic Doctor, Cassandra Wilder, about hormonal, reproductive, and cyclical health.

This episode covers:

- The most common symptoms of hormonal imbalance

- Where to begin correcting irregular periods by looking at causes such as stress or irregular ovulation patterns

- Reasons behind hormonal imbalances

- How stress can affect your natural hormonal cycle

- Ways to manage stress by creating routines and infusing intention in your day

- How to honor the cyclical nature through your cycle by creating space for the natural highs and lows of hormone patterns

- The different phases or seasons of your cycle + how to respect each

- Options for women to manage their cycles without the use of birth control

- The best ways to track your cycle and hormonal health + how to create a plan to move from hormonal birth control to cycle tracking

- How + why Cassandra designed the Period Reboot workshop including how to heal from birth control and how to track your cycle

- The most important things you can do every day to improve hormonal health

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In this episode, Carly chats with Certified Health Coach, non-toxic living expert, and Hashimoto’s patient and advocate, Carly Johnson Brawner about her journey from being diagnosed with and eventually healing from Hashimoto’s disease.

This episode covers:

- How Carly’s Hashimoto’s disease first started presenting itself, what symptoms she experienced

- Why she chose to change practitioners + how she found the perfect one

- The healing plan that changed Carly’s life

- Why Carly started sharing her story through her website and social media

- The diet changes Carly made to manage her disease + how she learned to cook to fit her needs

- Relationship advice for when you or your loved one are going through a healing journey

- Why Carly changed her Hashimoto’s medication from Levo-T to a T4/T3 combination

- Information about the lab tests used to diagnose thyroid disease

- How the Thyroid Stimulation Hormone + Free t4 tests are used in treatment

- What additional tests to ask for to get a full picture of thyroid function: T3, TPO antibodies, TG antibodies

- How Hashimoto’s can be misdiagnosed as hypothyroidism

- What it means to live a non-toxic life + products to watch out for

- Why it is important to participate in your healing, take responsibility for your health + question everything

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In this episode, Carly chats with Holistic Health Coach and breast cancer survivor, Stephanie Fletcher about her healing journey + how to best support a friend or loved one going through chemotherapy.

This episode covers:

- Stephanie’s journey through diagnosis and treatment

- How Stephanie blended traditional and holistic cancer treatments to form an integrative approach that worked for her

- The importance of mindset in a healing journey

- The holistic protocols Stephanie blended with chemotherapy to keep herself feeling well

- What tools Stephanie recommends having with you during a chemo session, or as a gift for friends or loved ones attending chemo sessions

- Ways to empower yourself as a patient

- How Stephanie kept the negative side effects of chemotherapy treatments at bay using fasting, high-dose Vitamin C, mistletoe injections and more

- Some of the possible contributing factors for Stephanie’s breast cancer

- The power of self-reflection in a healing journey

- Information on the mammaprint, Oncotype DX, and circulating tumor cell tests + how they help diagnose cancer

- How to best support a loved one going through chemotherapy

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In this episode, Carly chats with certified Clinical Nutritionist Carly Pollack about fostering a restorative, compassionate mindset while on a healing journey, and functional testing; how it is used in a holistic nutrition practice, and who would benefit from its use.

This episode covers:

• what a holistic nutritionist does + how it is different from a traditional dietician
• what is functional testing
• Carly Pollack shares her daily wellness routines + practices
• how to curate a therapeutic mindset of compassion
• why your way of thinking is important in a healing journey
• the psychology behind successful healing
• what you learn from each of the functional tests discussed
• details about each test + who would most benefit from each
• the benefits + uses of supplements
• micronutrient testing, balances, and deficiencies
• Dutch hormone test and reasons for hormone testing
• GI Map test and information about gut health
• Quicksilver heavy metals test, information on heavy metals contamination + its sources

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In this episode, Carly discusses holistic dental practices and how it relates to a healing journey with biological dentist, Dr. Stuart M. Nunnally, D.D.S. of Healthy Smiles For Life in Marble Falls, Texas. 

This episode covers:

• what a biological dentist is + how it differs from a conventional dentist
• how the oral cavity is connected to the rest of the body
• how + why a biological dentist focuses on removing metal and pathogenic bacteria toxicities in the body
• types of metal toxicities + pathogenic bacteria toxicities
• personal shares regarding cavitation and their associated surgery from both Dr. Nunnally and Carly
• the truth about root canals and why it is best to avoid them
• alternative options to root canals
• immune supportive therapies that should be coupled with dental work
• the important questions you should ask when looking for a biological dentist in your area
• where to find a biological dentist 

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In this episode, Carly chats with Faith Ashenden, Graves Disease Ambassador and Patient Empowerment Coach.

This episode covers:

• navigating pregnancy during a pandemic
  
• what patient empowerment is and how to show up as an empowered patient
  
• common symptoms of Graves disease
  
• Faith's personal journey with an autoimmune disease and how it led her to take a stand for her health
  
• the shift that came from working with a functional medical doctor
  
• the dietary and lifestyle upgrades that helped the most
  
• how Faith overcame the challenges of making changes to her diet and daily routine
  
• the benefits of having a team of go-to practitioners
  
• where Faith is today on her healing journey and how her life has changed
  
• the importance of a healthy mindset and how to reduce stress and prioritize mental health
  
• practices to shift into a parasympathetic mode (rest and digest)
  

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In this episode, Carly chats with Kate Malvenan, solo mumma to Annabelle, business owner of Masison & Maison, and  cancer thriver, as she shares her journey healing terminal cancer (spoiler alert: Kate is now cancer-free and living a happy, healthy life in her home in Australia).

This episode covers:

• how Kate discovered she had lung cancer and what her first immediate steps were
  
• her experience with radiation therapy
  
• the how + why behind making the decision to head to Hope4Cancer in Mexico for treatment
  
• navigating a cancer journey as a solo mother to a 2-year old girl
  
• a day in the life at a holistic, integrative holistic cancer clinic
  
• results after 3 weeks at Hope4Cancer
  
• incorporating the therapies into daily life at home
  
• receiving a clear scan and clean bill of health
  
• the emotional trauma and grief that contributed to Kate's diagnosis
  
• unconventional therapies Kate leaned upon while healing
  
• three practices that have most served Kate's journey
  

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In this episode, Carly chats with Mike Perrine, a detoxification consultant, certified colon hydro therapist, and certified holistic health counselor.

This episode covers:

• the role of detoxification and how it relates to a healing journey
• Mike's personal story and how it led him to a path of clean eating and clean living
• detoxification as spiritual work 
• the benefits of colonics as a means to detox toxins and increase vitality 
• how to enable the body's own innate healing mechanisms
• how a colonic works, what to expect, what the ideal method is, and when/why to do them
• gut health, intermittent fasting, and how to pair juice fasting and colonics
• juicing as the ultimate superfood 
• how a three month trip around India inspired Carly's wellness journey and becoming a Health Coach
• Mike's three practices that serve him on a daily basis

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In this episode, Carly discusses non-toxic cancer therapies and a whole-body approach to healing with Hope4Cancer's founder and Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Tony Jimenez.

This episode covers:

• introduction to Dr. Tony and his path to becoming a Medical Doctor and Naturopathic Doctor
• his why behind the Hope4Cancer integrative treatment center
• the 7 key principles of healing according to Hope4Cancer's treatment plan
• the importance of cancer stem cells and their role in preventing recurrences
• the dental connection in the cancer process and importance of a cone beam 3D scan
• the Garden Food plan and how to best nourish your body
• juicing as a method to detox and cleanse the blood
• Dr. Tony's daily wellness routine, "a day in the life"
• the role of intermittent fasting
• who Hope4Cancer is for

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In this episode, Carly shares an introduction to the Here For Healing podcast along with an overview of her journey healing papillary thyroid cancer over the past year.

This episode covers:

• the what and why behind Here For Healing
• how Carly's diagnosis came about
• the recommended treatment plan
• why she chose an alternative/integrative approach to healing
• detoxification therapies Carly leaned upon
• her experience at 2 different holistic cancer clinics
• the connection between a cancer diagnosis + dental infection
• what you can expect from this podcast

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