Healing Ways Podcast

Ice baths are popular among athletes for recovery, and touted by Wim Hof as being the ultimate path to complete wellness. But what does the science say? Are there any real benefits, or is it all hype?

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Unless you have lived under a rock for the past few years you have undoubtedly heard of the Ketogenic (keto) diet. It is a diet which is high in fat, extremely low in carbohydrates, and moderate in proteins. From the world of influencers and nutrition advice givers they are pretty split. Some saying it is the cure-all to any and every ailment that a person can have. The other end claims it will kill you quicker than cigarettes. But what does science and the human body say? There is almost 100 years worth of research on the keto diet since its inception in 1924, one of the oldest and well studied diets we have. So, whether you love keto, despise keto, or just want some more information, this episode will break down the facts about keto and whether it will heal your body or destroy it.

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Millions of people watch TikTok a day. One of the more popular topics is that of relationships. This week I--unfortunately--downloaded TikTok and chose several videos to play and react to live. What will a relationship expert think of the relationship advice floating around TikTok? Tune in to find out!

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When it comes to healing you cannot simply heal one part of yourself. Complete healing involves all 7 of your areas of wellness, and if even one is off, others will suffer. This week, I discuss this topic in depth and share how you can begin healing every area of your life.

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This week I discuss mindset coaching and its benefits. Many people still struggle to overcome the stigma around therapy or they just want to tackle their problem head-on without dealing with the past or emotions. Mindset coaching is an excellent way to change your perception and outlook to create a happier life.

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Life is hectic and the world has you turning in a thousand directions. It is confusing and it is overwhelming. Are you doing enough? Are you doing too much? It can seem impossible to find any clarity or peace in today's world. This weeks episode is all about finding peace in that sea of chaos. 

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Nearly half of all adults have tried a fad diet or weight loss pill. Millions of adults have tried more than one fad diet or "magic" weight loss supplement in their life. In this weeks episode I discuss the dangers of falling prey to weight loss scams and how to avoid them. As well as how to lose weight and keep it off while healing your body.

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I asked you all to submit your questions and you did! This week I answer 10 questions that were asked. I chose questions that I thought were interesting, had been asked by multiple people, or that I hear a lot from people I work with. Thank you for your support and for tuning in to the podcast! If you have questions you want to ask, submit them through one of the social accounts below and it may end up in a future episode!

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Who doesn't enjoy a few minutes in a sauna? The heat makes you sweat and you can get rid of all the toxins your body is holding on to. Maybe you do it to lose those last few pounds. Or you have heard or read somewhere that sauna's increase longevity, improve health, and help in recovery. But is any of that actually true? Do sauna's have any ACTUAL benefit? What about infra-red saunas compared to heat sauna's? Tune in to find out!

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In today's world telling your kids "no" sounds almost taboo. But what are the consequences of not saying no? What are the consequences of not having a definitive hierarchy within the home? Is it possible to still love, care for, provide. and protect your children while not just telling them "no", but telling them no more often? That is what I discuss this week!

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Fad diets are a dime a dozen... or a dime a million if we are being honest. Decades of research has shown the effectiveness and healing benefits of the ketogenic diet, but it is not a realistic or sustainable diet for the vast majority of people. We also know that processed sugar and carbohydrates are at the root of most metabolic diseases and in fact, disease in general. BUT that is NOT to say carbs are evil, bad, or that they should even be avoided! Carbohydrates can be of service to our bodies and our wellness! In this episode I discuss the basics of the Blood Sugar System Diet and how you can implement it to keep carbs in your life and heal at the same time.

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For the season 3 opener I discuss hypnosis. What is it? How does it work? Is it like in the movies? If you saw Hypnotic on Netflix, you may have reservations about trying it. But I take a dive into the topic in this episode and hopefully answer all of your questions!

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As someone who has witnessed addiction among my own family and friends, as well as spent two years working in an addiction treatment facility, I have had the unique pleasure of helping a lot of people through their addictions and recovery journey. This week I discuss the flaws and missing factors that go into a truly successful recovery as well as the true roots of addiction beyond the possibility of a genetic link.

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We all deal with stress. Some stress is GOOD for you and is completely normal. Other types of stress are problematic and will wear your body down. I break down the different types of stress people face, methods to cope with the stress, and lead a short simple guided meditation to help relax you.

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It is easy to find all of the ways men are privileged in life. However, what often goes over looked is all of the dis-privilege men face and the majority of it impacts their roles as fathers, their mental well being, and their general perception of manhood. This is not to say men do not have privileges or that others are not dis-privileged. Everyone has sets of privileges and dis-privileges they are granted based on age, sex, race, culture, and religion. This episode is to bring some of the dis-privilege men face to the light of day, so that it can be discussed, and not ignored.   

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It can be hard finding meaningful connection or even satisfaction in a world that is ultimately rather shallow. People spend most of their times disconnected with the people and places around them, are bombarded with shallow images, ideas, beliefs, conversations, and as a result are often left feeling empty and unsatisfied. So, how do you live more deeply in such a shallow world? Tune in to find out!

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In this episode I discuss 10 of the most popular health and fitness advice tips floating around social media and share whether they are Fact or Fake! Is it really as easy as calories in vs calories out? Are weights more important than cardio? Should you check the scale daily? All of that and more in today's episode!

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In season 1 I discussed the healing power of food. This season, I go a little deeper discussing the curing power that food has as well as sharing some insights from my new book The Curing Power of Food, which is available now. Food is one of the most important determinants to our health, well-being, and quality of life, but also one of the most decisive factors in disease creation. Food has the power to potentially treat many diseases which run rampant in our culture, but eating a curing diet does not have to be boring or painful. It can be fun and delicious, and better yet, you never again have to feel guilt about eating the foods you currently love!

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It's okay to not be okay looks good behind a hashtag and the message many people try to send with the phrase is admirable. However, from my experience, the message people try to send with the phrase is not the message that someone in pain or entangled in chaos receives. In this episode I discuss why the message "It's okay to not be okay" often causes more harm than hope to someone in distress.

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The phrase "beauty at every size" is certainly a trigger word in today's world. Both for those for and against what it stands for. Ultimately, yes, beauty exists at EVERY size and beauty cannot nor should it ever be based on size. However, health IS measured by size. But as I discuss in this week's episode, numbers (weight, BMI, etc) can be quite misleading, skinny people can be as unhealthy as obese and being over your BMI is not always unhealthy. There can be no argument that beautiful is not limited to a weight range, but we do need to have a serious conversation about health and size.

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Thanksgiving is a time where you gather with friends and family around a large meal and reflect on all of the things you are grateful for over the past 11 months. However, gratitude and thankfulness should not be centered on one day a year or even a few days a year. Gratitude should be a daily occurrence. A priority in your schedule. Doing so not only improves your mood, but also your sleep, relationships, depression, and sense of hope. Find gratefulness in the things you love and the things you hate. Find something in every experience to be thankful for and watch your life change drastically. I for one, and beyond grateful to each and every one of you that tunes in regularly for these episodes. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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In the Season 1 Finale I discuss the power of manifestation. Do you believe in manifestation, or you may have heard of it as "thinking it into existence" or even the Pygmalion effect. Whether you believe in it or not, we ALL subconsciously do it each and every day! Obviously, none of us (probably) can envision a million dollars and wake up with a check in our account. But we do play out conversations, scenarios, and experiences the way we would like them to go. We all have thought about the dream job we would like and what life it would bring. This is, in a nut shell, manifestation. What we do between the thought and the realization of it is what matters. 

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This week is a Halloween Special. I ask the question, do we create our own paranormal experiences? I also discuss the Philip Experiment where a group created and summoned their own ghost from the power of their own minds. Everyone have a safe, fun, and SPOOKY Halloween!

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Thanks for tuning in to this weeks episode! You may be surprised at the impact technology and social media has on our connection with others. Depression, anxiety, addiction, and feelings of isolation are at an all time high! Studies show that much of that has to do with our technology and social media usage. As does an alarming number of divorces. This week I discuss the need to disconnect so that we can reconnect. Not just with those around us, but with ourselves.

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Thanks for stopping by! This week I talk with Brook Ayres, RN, Health Coach, and who is working on her doctorate in Naturopathy. We discuss the concept of being overfed but undernourished with regards to food, but also other areas of our wellness as well. While dietary may be more obvious, you may have noticed times you felt overwhelmed and under fulfilled relationally, emotionally, or spiritually and not known why. This episode we break down symptoms, causes, and remedies for each one. 

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Hello and welcome back! In this weeks episode I discuss the ultimate body cleanse, and the only cleanse worth doing! You may be surprised at just how simple it really is and how great you will feel. No more lethargy, hanger, or binging at the end. A little secrete, you let your body do all of the work... Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.

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Dr. John Gottman thought of the 4 horsemen as a way to tell us if our relationships were functional or dysfunctional. Gottman focused primarily on marriages when it came to the 4 horsemen, however, in my experience, they may be present in any relationship. There are 3 horsemen that you may find in a healthy relationship, however, there is one that is the single most significant predictor of divorce. Find out what they are in this week's episode as well as the antidotes to each. 

Also, I would like to hear from you! What are some questions or topics you would like discussed on the podcast? You may message me on any of the below platforms with your questions or suggested topics and it may be featured in an episode!

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In the world of Western medicine, the goal is to muffle symptoms through medication intervention. The goal is not to reverse or prevent illness. Additionally, did you know that 50% of all adults suffer a chronic illness? Did you know that this generation of children will be the first with a shorter life expectancy than their parents? Did you know the gut is the bodies "second brain" and in the vast majority of us, is extremely undernourished, leading to much of our symptomatic issues. Lastly, did you know genetics only account for 20% of why chronic illness emerges? 

In this episode I discuss the healing power of food, which nature provided us to protect our bodies against our rampant diseases. I also provide my top 10 foods, herbs, and spices to begin your journey to healing. I also share a few of my top supplements to help give an extra boost! You will also learn simple ways to start incorporating healthier nutrition into your life without the stress and hassles of traditional dieting, and you will also learn why "counting calories" is an outdated approach to health.

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