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Triple Play Performance Podcast - Mind | Body | Nutrition

By Dr. Mike Okouchi

Hosted by Dr. Mike Okouchi - Leading Authority in Natural Medicine. This podcast focuses on helping you to attain optimal health through natural means.
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Triple Play Performance Podcast - Mind | Body | Nutrition Sep 21, 2016

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Episode 66: How to Detoxify Your Body Effectively

Episode 66: How to Detoxify Your Body Effectively

In this compilation podcast episode, we go over all the things you’d need to do to detoxify your body effectively.<br />
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Oct 26, 201801:38:48
Episode 65: The 3 overlooked healing fundamentals that actually work
Oct 17, 201833:59
Episode 64: Which Nutritional Supplements Do I need?

Episode 64: Which Nutritional Supplements Do I need?

Let’s clear up the confusion
Choosing nutritional supplements can be a very confusing task. Who do you believe? Which ones are effective? Which ones are just expensive pee? In this episode, I go over which ones I think are essential on a daily basis and which ones are on an as-needed basis.
Link to
Episode 61: How to Choose a Nutritional Supplement
When should you supplement

* Times of higher stress
* Traveling
* Heavier workouts
* Sluggish/Fatigue
* Recovering from an illness
* Poor Diet
* Exposure to toxins/pollutants

Supplements You Need on a Daily Basis

* Minerals – Magnesium & Zinc
* PQQ/Ubiquinol
* Alkalete
* Molecular Hydrogen

Go to our ONLINE NUTRITIONAL dispensary and set up an account to purchase the other “Daily” recommended supplements
Supplements You can take on an “as needed” basis

* Omega-3’s
* Vitamin D
* Proteolytic Enzymes
* Probiotics
* L-Carnitine
* Green Drink

Specialty Supplements I recommend

* Exogenous Ketones
* Nootropics
* B Vitamins: Folinic Acid, Methylcobalamin, TMG, DMG
* Phytonutrients: Resveratrol/Pterostilbene, EGCG, Curcumin, Quercitin
* Iodide/Iodine
* Detox Enhancers
* Anti-Microbials
* Protein Shakes
* CBD
* Essential Oils
* Homeopathics
* Herbal Remedies
* Fiber
* Joint Support

Episode Transcript
 
 
Oct 10, 201844:08
Episode 63: Can Chiropractic Enhance Fertility, thoughts on Colloidal Silver, and Using Adaptogens for Adrenal Fatigue
Sep 28, 201820:43
Episode 62: How to change your mindset, How do I know where to start and Can you be healthy by not eating meat?
Sep 24, 201827:58
Episode 61: How to Choose a Nutritional Supplement
Aug 08, 201832:58
Episode 60: The 5 Overlooked Causes of Low Back Pain

Episode 60: The 5 Overlooked Causes of Low Back Pain

Low back pain is just one of those things that will literally keep you from doing the normal things in life Even using the bathroom can become very difficult. One surprising statistic that I ran across was that low back pain actually costs our country more money than cancer. Wow! And one main reason for that is due to the fact that everyone will experience it in their lifetime.

Low back pain is one of the most common reasons for doctor visits. And the common treatment they usually give is rest and pain medications.

But in our clinic (Velocity Wellness Center) we find that there are 5 commonly overlooked reasons for low back pain. Once these are identified (the key) and overcome, you’ll be on the road to being pain-free in no time.
5 overlooked causes of back pain
#1: digestive issues

When you start to have digestive issues (bloating, constipation, diarrhea, etc.) your nervous system will refer pain to your back. Depending upon where you’re having issues in your digestive tract will determine where the pain will refer to.
#2: dehydration

Not having enough water in your body will cause your kidneys to work harder. Kidney issues will refer pain to the low back area. This will also place a strain on your colon to reabsorb and extract every last drop of water from the foods you eat. This will then start the constipation process.
#3: shortened psoas muscle

The psoas muscle sits on the front of your spine (this is the tenderloin) and often becomes shortened due to inactivity and sitting for long periods (i.e. desk jobs). When this muscle is shortened it will put undue stress on the low back when you stand up or do some sudden movement. This can also cause lumbar disc issues because the psoas muscle is attached to the discs.
#4: emotional stress

Emotions have a huge part in how your body functions and emotional stress will cause tightening of muscles. This is due to the stress response of “fight or flight”. Your muscles become hyper contracted in preparation to fight against an attacker or run away.
#5: underlying heart issue

There’s a syndrome that’s really unknown to most called “cardiac low back” where you may have an underlying heart issue that causes your low back to hurt. This is a reactive/protective mechanism your body instantiates to stop you from exerting more.
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Aug 01, 201830:47
Episode 59: The Lab Tests you need for optimal health

Episode 59: The Lab Tests you need for optimal health

Let me clear the air…the standard lab tests your doc is running on you isn’t giving you the information you need for optimal health. And it sure isn’t helping you to prevent diseases from happening. In today’s podcast, I’m going to discuss the lab tests I recommend to patients that will give information for predicting health outcomes based on the current research. 
Tests for Optimal Health
HS-CRP (goal < 0.5mg/L): a great measure for inflammation. Inflammation is at the core of most chronic degenerative diseases like cardiovascular disease and cancers. If you have high levels of inflammation in your body first make sure to stop doing the things that will increase inflammation. Then flood your body with antioxidants and polyphenols (green tea & olive oil are great sources). You also want to search for the cause of the inflammation, which can be a food sensitivity or gut infection.
25-OH Vitamin D (goal 50-75 ng/dL): Vitamin D deficiencies is another core issue for chronic degenerative diseases. It is synthesized in the skin from sun exposure and then activated in the liver and kidneys. Most people are deficient in this nutrient due to being indoors during the day! If you are deficient 2000IU – 5000IU per day should suffice.
Homocysteine (goal: < 5 mMol/L): a byproduct of metabolizing Methionine to Cysteine, high levels is indicative of a folic acid, B12 or B6 deficiency. Common in people who have MTHFR SNP or those who have a lower intake of B12, B6, Folic acid. If you have high levels of homocysteine, you must supplement accordingly and take in foods that help to convert homocysteine into cysteine (garlic, onion, eggs, ginger, broccoli, sprouts).
Blood Sugar: Fasting Blood Glucose (goal 75, HbA1c goal < 5%, Glucose Tolerance Test goal slow rise, and fall): Maintaining optimal levels of blood sugar will ensure proper cellular functioning. Higher levels here means that you need to make some serious changes to your lifestyle. This incorporates both diet and exercise as studies have shown that you need both to lower blood sugar levels and increase insulin sensitivity. Cut out the higher sugar foods. Look for hidden sugars in your food. Eat a whole food diet.
Urine pH (goal 6.5-7.5): take a pH strip and measure your first urination in the morning. Most people will fall in the acidic range which is typically indicative of lowered alkaline reserves and higher acidic stress on the body (which has numerous causes). Magnesium oil, Alkaline diet and Alkalete helps to buffer the acidic load. Listen to
this episode to see the effects of an acidic pH on your body.
Omega 3:6 Essential Fatty Acid ratio (goal > 8%): Omega-3 essential fatty acids are anti-inflammatory, while omega-6’s are pro-inflammatory. You need a good balance of BOTH. Modern diets are predominantly omega-6 based. This is the reason you’ll see HS-CRP levels higher. If you’re lower than 8% on this test, you’ll want to consume more grass-fed meats, smaller fishes like anchovies & sardines and also supplementing with fish or krill oil. Flax & chia seeds, as well as spirulina/chlorella, are a great vegan/vegetarian alternative. Shoot for 4-6g of Omega-3 consumption per day.
Lymphocyte Response Assay (goal NO REACTION): this measures your immune tolerance. You don’t want any reaction here.
BONUS tests
Salivary Hormone Panel: this measures the “active” hormones. Here’s an episode where we talk about balancing your hormones.
DUTCH test: this measures the “active” hormones and it’s “metabolites”. In my opinion, the best way to go in taking a look at your overall hormonal picture.
Organic Acid test: this test will show us nutrient deficiencies that are ...
Sep 20, 201736:32
Episode 58: 5 Surprising Things Bad Posture does to You

Episode 58: 5 Surprising Things Bad Posture does to You

We were meant to MOVE! Posture affects movement and movement affect how your nervous systems functions. If your nervous system isn’t functioning at optimum, then I can guarantee your organs aren’t functioning at optimum as well. Today’s podcast we dive into the 5 surprising things bad posture does to you!

What causes poor posture?

* Habit
* Shortened muscles
* Shortened fascia
* Inhibited muscles

Idea of central integration
It’s been shown that the joint mechanoreceptors in the spine will cause different parts of the brain to become activated or not. If you have bad posture, the joint receptors will not send the proper input to the brain and thus the brain will not send proper signals to the corresponding organs. Plus, abnormal posture causes your rib cage to close down and decrease your lung capacity and really puts a strain on the rest of your vital organs to function. Above all, abnormal posture will demand more energy just to keep you upright and moving. This will increase fatigue.
5 Surprising Side Effects of Bad posture

* Chronic Headaches: with the advent of electronic devices we’re constantly looking down. This puts extra strain on the posterior muscles of the neck to keep your head from falling forward. Prolonged forward & downward head posture will induce a strain on the muscles which will display as headaches. The sub occipital muscles can pinch the sub occipital nerve
* High Blood Pressure: typical bad posture will result in forward rolling in of the shoulders and rounding of the upper back. This will decrease lung capacity which will lead to decrease in oxygen intake and increase in carbon dioxide buildup in the blood. The kidneys will then have to work harder to buffer the pH in the blood from going too acidic due to the increased carbon dioxide buildup. The kidneys also make hormones that regulate blood pressure, but if it has to work harder to balance blood pH, then it will not be able to regulate blood pressure optimally. Plus there are receptors within the neck that affects blood pressure.
http://www.medicaldaily.com/study-slumping-and-slouches-raises-blood-pressure-244680
* Constipation: altered posture alters how your internal organs function. This has a profound effect on how your intestines move food matter through. Bad posture slows the movement of your intestines and can back you up https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1773697/ Important fact with those suffering from IBS
* Fatigue & Weight Gain: the body has to work harder just to keep you upright. Your nervous system wants to maintain a posture that is upright and demands the least amount of muscle activation as possible. The more you deviate from center, the harder the system has to work and thus you expend and require more energy. This means you get tired faster and you crave quick energy…this quick energy is often obtained in the form of high sugar consumption. Then the body puts on more weight which will then alter posture even further. It’s a vicious cycle. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27494342 Upright posture improves fatigue in people with depressive symptoms
* Depression: Studies have shown that posture affects mood (see study: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25222091) 74 participants, randomly assigned to either slumped or upright seated posture. Upright participants reported higher self-esteem, more arousal, better mood, and lower fear, compared to slumped participants. The slumped participants used more negative emotion words,
Sep 13, 201733:01
Episode 57: All about your Chronotype with Dr. Michael Breus
Sep 06, 201751:44
Episode 56: The Truth About Vaccines with Ty Bollinger

Episode 56: The Truth About Vaccines with Ty Bollinger

Vaccines are a hot topic right now. Many parents are faced with the decision: to vaccinate or not to vaccinate. There are many truths and many myths that surround this topic and I find that people are very emotionally involved in this conversation. In this episode I interview Ty Bollinger on his new docu-series “The Truth About Vaccines”. It’s a crazy world we’re living in right now. It is truly “the best of times and the worst of times.” Vaccines…a very polarizing topic. Some claim that it is the cause of autism. Others claim that it’s perfectly safe. But what does the science show?

Show notes:

* Welcome [2:20]
*
The Truth About Cancer Recap [2:40]
* Why Ty Chose to do TTAV [5:56]
* Vaccine Ingredients…are they safe? [6:50]
* “The Vaccine Trust” – Are you being taxed for vaccines? [12:30]
* The Birth of Vaccines – Edward Jenner [14:08]
* What really eradicated small pox? [16:00]
* Pasteur vs. Bechamp – does the bug cause illness? [17:50]
* The Measles outbreak and SB277 [22:37]
* Medical Mandates & Medical Exemptions [27:17]
* What to do when you’re required vaccinations for school or work [31:57]
* Homeoprophylaxis [33:49]
* Alternative schedule for those who want to vaccine (the vaccine friendly plan) [36:30]
* Are there any SAFE vaccines? [38:12]
* Pro-Vax or Anti-Vax…where should you fall? [41:50]
* Herd Immunity [45:35]
* Closing words [48:25]


Links to other things we talked about in this episode

* Vaccine ingredient list from CDC
* Vaccine companies can’t be sued
* Edward Jenner – History of Vaccinations
* Germ theory vs Terrain Theory
* Vaccinated with measles poses to be a silent carrier
* Polysorbate 80 effects
* Hannah Pauline awarded 1.5 million for vaccine injury
* Dr. William Thompson
* Watch the docu-series THE TRUTH ABOUT VACCINES

Jun 07, 201751:44
Episode 55: The Miracle Mindset with JJ Virgin
May 31, 201737:17
Episode 54: The Top 5 Things that cause relationship stress with Robyn D’Angelo

Episode 54: The Top 5 Things that cause relationship stress with Robyn D’Angelo

Relationships can be very tricky and one of the highest sources of joy and stress in our lives. In this episode, relationship expert Robyn D’Angelo, helps us navigate through the top 5 things that cause relationship stress. 

About Robyn:
Robyn D’Angelo is a rogue psychotherapist turned relationship coach and the founder of The Happy Couple Expert private practice in Orange County, California. Robyn’s clinical work and/or writing has been featured on: PsychCentral.com, MSN.com, DINKSInternational.com, HuffingtonPost, and she has been a guest on The Big Change of Heart Podcast, Coaching Through Chaos Podcast, and The Couples Expert Podcast. Robyn helps frustrated and disconnected couples and singles learn to LOVE + BE LOVED, better. She walks them through how to connect deeply while creating space for fun. She helps couples master the messiness of couplehood together and create their very own Epic relationships that last. She’s a true #LoveGeek. And when she’s not tossing love and kindness around like confetti, she’s helping anxious people learn to make anxiety their superpower.
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May 24, 201739:36
Episode 53: Is there such thing as Miraculous Healing?

Episode 53: Is there such thing as Miraculous Healing?

Transcript<br />
May 17, 201714:10
Episode 52: Overcoming Multiple Sclerosis Naturally with Dr. Terry Wahls
May 10, 201748:13
Episode 51: Who cares about your healthcare?
Apr 26, 201715:54
Episode 50: The Benefits of Fasting
Apr 19, 201729:27
Episode 49: What to do when you got a devastating diagnosis

Episode 49: What to do when you got a devastating diagnosis

Getting told you have something seriously wrong with your health can be very stressful. I’ve seen too many patients do the wrong thing because they can’t think clearly during this time and/or they don’t have a specific plan. In this episode I’ll show you how you can have a plan in mind on what to do when you got a devastating diagnosis.<br />
Apr 12, 201721:32
Episode 48: Myth Busting Medical Marijuana with Dr. Rachna Patel
Apr 05, 201738:56
Episode 47: Always get a second opinion

Episode 47: Always get a second opinion

I was with a patient a few days ago that came in for a “specific” diagnosis from another doctor. But after conducting a thorough history and examination, things just didn’t add up. Needless to say he was headed toward surgery…without consulting other avenues. In this episode we discuss why you should always get a second opinion and how to go about it.<br />
Mar 22, 201715:17
Episode 46: Q&A Wellness Wednesday

Episode 46: Q&A Wellness Wednesday

Here’s a recording of the Q&A sessions we typically do in our Facebook Group. We go over a bunch of topics…so take out your notebooks and take some notes!

Show Notes

* Clarification of the FUN fast
* Stage 4 liver cancer
* Fatty liver disease
* Food allergies & eczema
* Can stevia affect blood sugar levels?
* Hormone episode
* Parasitic cleanse?
* Thoughts on Tylenol use during a flu
* Degenerative Disc Disease nutritional approach
* Mold exposure, what to do when you’ve been exposed to mycotoxins

Mar 15, 201729:33
Episode 45: Does a Diagnosis really matter?
Mar 08, 201714:46
Episode 44 – pH Miracle Author facing jail time and what’s the truth behind Alkaline diets

Episode 44 – pH Miracle Author facing jail time and what’s the truth behind Alkaline diets

The author of a book called “pH Miracle” is facing jail time. In this podcast episode I discuss why he’s in trouble and what’s the truth behind it all. Remember we can’t throw out the baby with the bathwater.<br />
Mar 03, 201714:17
Episode 43 – Doing this one thing will save your life

Episode 43 – Doing this one thing will save your life

This episode is the first of “In the car with Dr. Mike” where I talk about some of the things I’ve been encountering in the office. Today we talk about the one specific thing I think that everyone should do that will save your life. I see so many people fail to do this one simple thing. Listen in!<br />
Feb 22, 201709:07
Episode 42: Breakthrough 2-Day Detox to get you over the weight loss plateau

Episode 42: Breakthrough 2-Day Detox to get you over the weight loss plateau

If you’ve ever tried to jump on a weight loss program you’ve probably hit that frustrating plateau. Well in this podcast episode we’re going to go over some strategies to breakthrough to the next level!
Here’s a few things that will guide you through your weight loss journey:

* Understand why the body gains weight in the first place by listening to
this podcast episode
* Learn about the science of weight loss in this podcast episode
* It all starts with Detoxification learn more here

Show Notes

* What happens when you hit that weight loss stall & what you should do
* Why cutting calories & exercise isn’t that effective for losing weight
* Learn what to do during these 2 days

If you found this episode to be helpful…please share this with your friends and family and leave us a 5-Star review on iTunes! Just click on the link above when you listen to the episode and you’ll see the link that will lead you to leave us a 5-Star review.
 
 
Feb 15, 201731:19
Episode 41: Get out the gout!
Feb 08, 201727:42
Episode 40: 7 Steps to ending fatigue
Feb 01, 201723:50
Episode 39: Being obese in a skinny body
Jan 25, 201723:18
Episode 38: Navigating your weight loss journey
Jan 18, 201736:19
Episode 37: The Ultimate Detox program for vibrant health

Episode 37: The Ultimate Detox program for vibrant health

In this episode we talk about the importance of detoxification. But what I’ve been finding is that most detox programs out there in the market don’t follow the proper order for an effective detox. It’s all glitz and glamour, mostly marketing hype they’re trying to sell. So let’s take a look at how to properly detox the body. <br />
Show Notes<br />
<br />
* Why detoxification is essential for any weight loss program and optimal health<br />
* The 5 common toxins we’re exposed to everyday<br />
* Signs and symptoms that you’re toxic<br />
* The 4 major sources of toxins<br />
* The correct order to detoxify<br />
* The Ultimate Detox program for vibrant health<br />
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Leave us your comments or questions below! Thanks for listening!!!<br />
Jan 04, 201735:32
Episode 36: 2016 recap and How to set meaningful goals and conquer them

Episode 36: 2016 recap and How to set meaningful goals and conquer them


Goal setting is the foundation for success. Almost everyone makes some “New Year’s Resolutions” at the beginning of the year. But most people don’t actually achieve those goals. In this episode we’ll learn how to effectively set some meaningful goals and how to conquer them!

So how was your year? Did you achieve your resolutions you set at the beginning of this year? What were some of the victories this year? What were some of the struggles? 2016 was a great year. Full of ups and downs!


Here’s what we’ll go over in this episode

* List of this year’s episodes 


Episode 25 – Christie Miller “new year, new you”
Episode 26 – Shawn Stevenson “sleep smarter”
Episode 27 – Lori Shemek “Emotional Eating”
Episode 28 – Kristen Sullivan “Journey back to health”
Episode 29 – Dr. Romie “stressed out”
Episode 30 – Reversing Diabetes naturally
Episode 31 – Hormones & breast cancer
Episode 32 – Recovery Pump
Episode 33 – Truth about cancer
Episode 34 – The road back from cancer (Kim Furness)

Episode 35 – Dr. Jolene Brighten “how to have a healthy natural pregnancy”
 GET THE GOALS WORKSHEET below
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* How to set goals effectively 
* The 6 Areas of your life that you need to focus on 
* Relaxation & Visualization technique 
* How to achieve those goals using my favorite app 
* The tactic that will push you forward 
* Show us your goals, take a picture of your worksheet filled out, post it on instagram (tag us @wdupodcast) & facebook (www.facebook.com/whaddupdoc) 
* The List of Top 10 Episodes 

Episode 19 – SB277 Part 2
Episode 21 – Balance Hormones Naturally
Episode 22 – Hormones & Pregnancy
Episode 33 – The Truth About Cancer
Episode 23 – The Hormone masterclass
Episode 25 – New Year New You with Christie Miller
Episode 20 – Detoxification Masterclass
Episode 34 – Road back from cancer with Kim Furness
Episode 24 – Healing Leaky Gut
Episode 4 – All about pH

We want to know your thoughts on this episode…what were your “aha” moments? What are you going to start implementing right now? Add your comments below.

Please leave us a review!



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Dec 30, 201643:52
Episode 35: How to have a healthy pregnancy with Dr. Jolene Brighten

Episode 35: How to have a healthy pregnancy with Dr. Jolene Brighten

In this episode we chat with Dr. Jolene Brighten about how to have a healthy natural pregnancy. In my opinion, this is where health begins. I see so many patients who’s illnesses trace back to being in the womb. Mom’s health =’s baby’s health. This episode is not just for women, but men should take a listen too! 
Show Notes:
www.drbrighten.com
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product and information are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The information shared here are for purely educational purposes. Please seek the advice of a qualified physician if you have any health issues that needs to be addressed before embarking on any information you may find on this site.

Dec 07, 201655:27
Episode 34: The Road Back from Cancer

Episode 34: The Road Back from Cancer

In this episode you’ll get to hear from Kim as she shares her story on the road back from cancer. It was a tough road, but she made it through. Listen in!<br />
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product and information are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The information shared here are for purely educational purposes. Please seek the advice of a qualified physician if you have any health issues that needs to be addressed before embarking on any information you may find on this site.<br />
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Sep 21, 201636:58
Episode 33: The Truth About Cancer with Ty Bollinger

Episode 33: The Truth About Cancer with Ty Bollinger

Sep 14, 201646:52
Episode 32: The Secret Recovery Tool
Jun 27, 201634:23
Episode 31: Hormones & Breast Cancer

Episode 31: Hormones & Breast Cancer

1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime (source). This is a debilitating disease that affects so many. I have had a few friends and family affected by breast cancer. Listen in on this episode as we discuss the role hormones play in this disease.
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Show Notes:

What are the risk factors for developing breast cancer
Some of the lesser know lab testing methods
Nutrition recommended

 

Jun 20, 201637:34
Episode 30: Reversing Type 2 Diabetes Naturally

Episode 30: Reversing Type 2 Diabetes Naturally

Type 2 Diabetes is ravaging our world. In this episode we discuss some of the basics surrounding type 2 diabetes and some of the natural ways you can help to reverse this condition.

Type 2 Diabetes facts
Show Notes:

The Accord Trial 
Learn about glycemic index and glycemic load
The 5 steps you can use to reverse diabetes
The tools you can use

Have you been successful at reversing type 2 diabetes naturally? If so, leave a comment below and share some of the things you did!
Jun 13, 201625:26
Episode 29: Stressed Out? Dr. Romie

Episode 29: Stressed Out? Dr. Romie

We’ve all experienced stress. It’s ubiquitous in our society. It’s also the most common cause that sends people in for a doctor visit. But most people are dealing with it in the wrong fashion. Some people turn to drugs, some to alcohol, others will find some type of thing to “relieve their stress.” These are often destructive. In this episode, I interview Integrative Medicine specialist Dr. Romie on how to handle stress.
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Background
Romila “Dr. Romie” Mushtaq, M.D., ABIHM, is a traditionally trained neurologist with additional board certification in integrative medicine. Dr. Romie helps individuals and audiences learn to heal from stress-based illnesses such as insomnia, anxiety, and career-burnout. Her innovative program, Mindset Matters, is based in neuroscience, positive psychology, and mindfulness.
After surviving career burnout and undergoing life-saving surgery, she traveled the world learning various yoga and mindfulness techniques. Dr. Romie is a media expert analyst and regular contributor in national and local media outlets.
She shared her journey in a TED Talk is “The Powerful Secret of Your Breath.” When not speaking around the country, she heals clients at the Center for Natural and Integrative Medicine in Orlando, Florida.
http://www.brainbodybeauty.com/
Show Notes:

* Learn the signs and symptoms that you’re heading toward burn out and what to do about it
* How the brain controls everything
* The 3 step process to get re-centered after going through a stressful episode
* Dr. Romie’s “favorite things”

Book Mentioned
Super Brain

Don’t Stress!!!
What a fun episode, I learned so much from Dr. Romie. I learned what I need to do to get centered again, how to be in a state of gratitude for the now and some meditation tips.
Jun 06, 201636:00
Episode 28: A Journey back to health
May 30, 201624:50
Episode 27: Emotional Eating with Dr. Lori Shemek

Episode 27: Emotional Eating with Dr. Lori Shemek

In this episode we’re featuring Dr. Lori Shemek author of FATflammation and #1 leading expert on fat loss
Dr. Lori Shemek is a Nutrition and Weight Loss expert, a best-selling author and specializes in weight loss resistance. She shows people how to spot sneaky foods that create weight gain, to kick sugar addiction to the curb, and shift from eating the wrong foods to the exact foods that burn fat.The Huffington Post has recognized Dr. Shemek twice as one of the Top 16 Health and Fitness Experts, alongside such names as Dr. Oz and David Zinczenko, author of Eat This, Not That. Lori is a health contributor to Fox News; she is also a health expert for the ABC TV show, Good Morning Texas.
Dr. Shemek is the author of How To Fight FATflammation! and the best-selling author of Fire-Up Your Fat Burn! She is a leading authority on inflammation and its role in weight loss, preventing disease and optimizing health.
Website
http://drlorishemek.com
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Show Notes

* Why sugar is like a drug
* How do identify your triggers
* Strategies to get over your triggers
* How your emotions & brain affect our food choices
* How to shrink your fat cells
* Fat cells and inflammation and it’s effect on your body
* The #1 fat burning organ in your body and how to help it function effectively
* How to get clarity from all the information overload out there
* Fat Free diets…good or bad?
* The mindset you should have with your weight loss program

Order the book
FATflammation

 
May 23, 201637:58
Episode 26: A Smarter Way To Sleep with Shawn Stevenson

Episode 26: A Smarter Way To Sleep with Shawn Stevenson

In this episode we’re featuring Shawn Stevenson is a bestselling author and creator of The Model Health Show, featured as the #1 Health podcast in the country on iTunes.
A graduate of The University of Missouri – St. Louis, Shawn studied business, biology, and kinesiology and went on to be the founder of Advanced Integrative Health Alliance, a company that provides wellness services for individuals and organizations worldwide.
Shawn has been featured in Entrepreneur magazine, Men’s Health magazine, ESPN, FOX News, and many other media outlets. He is also a frequent keynote speaker for numerous organizations, universities, and conferences – all with outstanding reviews.
Check out his podcast here

http://www.TheModelHealthShow.com
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**Show Notes**

* Why you need to sleep more and exercise less to get the best fitness results.
* How the clothes you wear to bed can depress your hormone function.Why sleep is the missing ingredient in long-term fat loss (clinically proven!)
* Why sleep is the missing ingredient in long-term fat loss (clinically proven!)
* What easy exercises you can use to instantly improve your sleep quality.
* How to feel more energized and refreshed on less hours of sleep.
* Why poor sleep quality depresses brain function (and leads to poor performance).
* What supplements are safe and helpful, and which ones to avoid (this will shock you!)
* Why going to bed at the right time is more important than how many hours you sleep.
* What mineral deficiency can cause severe sleep problems (and how to fix it).
* Life-changing tips for fat loss that will literally help you lose weight while you sleep.How to calm your mind so that you can fall asleep faster.
* How to calm your mind so that you can fall asleep faster.

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**TED Talk – How Chocolate Can Save the World**

May 16, 201601:00:42
Episode 25: A New Year, A New You with Christie Miller
Jan 13, 201633:58
Episode 24: Heal your leaky gut naturally

Episode 24: Heal your leaky gut naturally

INTRO PARAGRAPH

Show Notes

* What is leaky gut?
* How does leaky gut happen?
* What are the signs and symptoms of leaky gut?
* How do you find out if you have leaky gut?
* How to heal leaky gut naturally & quickly?

Dec 30, 201515:25
Episode 23: The Hormone MasterClass

Episode 23: The Hormone MasterClass

Hormones have been our discussion lately, so in this episode, we’re summing up the aspects of hormones, what they are and what they do. <br />
Dec 23, 201535:55
Episode 22: Hormones and Pregnancy

Episode 22: Hormones and Pregnancy

Pregnancy is such an important and sometimes confusing topic for most of us. I know most women would love to by-pass the whole “morning sickness” thing. And most parents want their baby to be as healthy as possible. In this podcast episode, we discuss all the aspects of hormones and it’s effects upon a pregnancy.


What happens when you enter pregnancy stressed out?
Breaking down the trimesters of pregnancy
Trimester 1: the body will prioritize survival over thriving. So the hormones for digestion & reproduction are shunted to helping the body combat stress. This results in morning sickness, nausea, digestive disturbances, emotional swings, cravings.
Trimester 2: the placenta begins to produce its own progesterone. But mom will take that progesterone and will make cortisol, instead of using it for a healthy pregnancy.
Trimester 3: the developing baby begins to produce his/her own hormones and mom begins to steal those hormones. The baby’s adrenal glands begin to enlarge to keep up with supplying Mom’s needs! Mom begins to feel great, but the baby is becoming depleted of it’s hormones.
Post-Partum: Now when the baby is born, it comes out hyperstimulated and form sensitivities. Digestive disturbances begin for the baby (i.e. colic). Mom now loses her hormonal supply and falls into post-partum depression. Then the surge of estrogen for lactation will outcompete thyroxine and mom will slip into a relative state of hypothyroidism making it hard to lose the baby weight.
So what should mom & dad do before pregnancy?

* Get
hormones tested and get it back into balance
* Detoxify your body…begin with balancing your pH levels
* Decrease stress
* Eat RIGHT!
* Work with a holistic/wellness physician to guide you through the course of your pregnancy

This also applies to moms during pregnancy and post pregnancy…
 
Dec 16, 201523:12
Episode 21: Balancing Your Hormones Naturally

Episode 21: Balancing Your Hormones Naturally

How do I rebalance my hormones naturally? This is a common question I get from patients and from people like you…so here’s a podcast on how to balance your hormones naturally. 
The 7 Steps to Rebalancing Your Hormones
Step 1:
Detoxify. The Liver controls the metabolism of your hormones. It breaks down the excess estrogen. If the liver doesn’t break down estrogen effectively you’ll end up with estrogen dominance.
Step 2: “Oil Change”. Rebalance omega-3/omega-6 ratio. You need coconut oil, avocado, flax seeds, chia seeds, wild salmon. Other useful oils…Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA), Evening Primrose Oil, Borage Oil.
Step 3: Progesterone supplementation.
Step 4: Supplementation.

* Vitamin D. As you age, you tend to produce less vitamin D in your skin, plus it needs to become activated in the liver and kidneys. We’re not getting enough sun exposure. Get vitamin D tested. Supplement with 5000IU of Vitamin D daily.
* Magnesium oil
* Adaptogens – ashwagandha, Rhodiola
* Undenatured Whey Protein

Step 5: Essential Oils.

* Clary Sage
* Lemon Oil
* Lemongrass
* Lavender

Step 6: Sleep. The most important part is the quality of sleep. How quickly you get into R.E.M. We use a supplement called “DREAM” to help get your body into REM quickly. Dream has supporting nutrients for melatonin such as valerian root and 5-HTP. Make sure to have a cool, dark room that you sleep in.
Step 7: (oops said step 6 on the podcast) get some light exercise. Get your body moving. Stimulates the lymphatic system. Add in resistance weight training. I like these resistance bands
 
Dec 09, 201528:22
Episode 20: Detoxification Masterclass

Episode 20: Detoxification Masterclass

Take a ride through the detox express in this episode of our podcast. Let’s learn about the importance of detoxification. Here’s what we’re going over in this podcast episode:
The definition of detoxification. Differentiation between “frank poisoning” and “bioaccumulation”
Toxins have to be excreted, metabolized or stored. The majority of the toxins we’re exposed to are being stored in our fatty tissues. We are exposed to two types of toxins – endogenous (the ones our bodies naturally make as a by-product of metabolism) and exogenous (the toxins we take in from our environment).
Since WWII, we saw a drastic increase in man-made chemicals to the tune of 80,000. These chemicals are causing serious detrimental effects upon our bodies.
Banned Dirty Dozen List

* Dioxin
* PCBs
* Aldrin
* Chlordane
* Dieldrin
* Endrin
* Heptachlor
* HCB
* Mirex
* Toxaphene
* Furans
* DDT* (these are still being used to control the spread of malaria)

Various Sources of Toxins

* Physical
* Emotional
* Spiritual
* Geopathic stressors
* EMFs

Signs & Symptoms you need to detoxify

* Sinusitis/post-nasal drip
* Metallic taste in mouth
* Recurring upper respiratory infections
* Burning skin
* Abdominal complaints
* Fatigue
* Headaches
* Joint Pains
* Mood Swings/Emotional Imbalance
* Brain fog
* Sudden urges to urinate
* Ringing in the ears
* Difficulty breathing
* Heart issues
* High blood pressure

How your body detoxifies
Phase 1: bagging up all the trash
Phase 2: taking the bags of trash out into the trash receptacles
Phase 3: the trash man takes it away to the landfills
Routes of detoxification

* Liver/Gallbladder/Colon – Feces
* Kidney/Bladder – Urine
* Lungs – Breathing

Secondary route – skin

Dec 04, 201542:46
Episode 19: SB277 with Dr. Tyson Perez Part 2
Jul 07, 201523:34
Episode 18: SB277 discussion with Dr. Tyson Perez Part 1

Episode 18: SB277 discussion with Dr. Tyson Perez Part 1

The choice on whether or not a parent would vaccinate their child has been taken away in the state of California after the passing of SB277. What are the ramifications of this? Listen to this episode as we speak with Chiropractic Pediatrician Dr. Tyson Perez on this topic.<br />
Jul 03, 201532:12
Episode 17: Chiropractic Part 1

Episode 17: Chiropractic Part 1

In this episode we talk about the history of Chiropractic, the principles it was founded upon and what is it really that Chiropractors do. We often thing of Chiropractors as neck & low pain doctors, which we are absolutely great at, but the spinal adjustment does much more than remove pain…
Show Notes:

* 1800s – Health scams
* No standardized medical education curriculum
*
Louis Pasteur
* Antoine Bechamp
* 1847 AMA formed
* 1849 AMA organizes a board to debunk “quack” remedies
* 1901 JD Rockefeller started the Rockefeller Institute for Medical Research
* 1906 A list of unacceptable medical schools were compiled
* 1910 Flexner Report published (funded by the Carnegie foundation) coordinated by Abraham Flexner
* 1895 (September 18) DD Palmer delivers the first Chiropractic adjustment to Harvey Lillard
* Subluxation is the cause of all disease. The subluxation is caused by 3 things: trauma, poisons & autosuggestion
* Universal Intelligence & Innate Intelligence
* 1963 AMA creates “Committee on Quackery”
* 1966 AMA calls Chiropractic “unscientific cult”
* 1976 Chester Wilk sues AMA, September 1987 “Wilks” case won against the AMA for Antitrust lawsuit
* What is it that Chiropractors actually do…
* Winsor Autopsies – curvatures of the spine adversely affects the sympathetic nervous system, abnormal spinal curvatures precede organic visceral diseases, postural distortions causing sympathetic dysfunction can be treated with fulcrum-assisted reversal (adjustment) of the postural distortion.
* Chiropractic & 1918 flu

 
 
Jun 12, 201546:42