Alter Your Health
604 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 49 ratingsYour source of information and inspiration to promote the holistic transformation of your health and the health of our planet! Dr. Benjamin chats with all sorts of experts in the fields of consciousness, holistic health, spirituality, and nutrition diving deep to access and share the nuggets of truth that support the growth and evolution of people and the planet.
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#388 - Lifecycle Nutrition Summary and Take Home Points
August 09, 2023 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBWe are wrapping up the latest Lifecycle Nutrition Series on the podcast. In the past 7 episodes we've covered... - Nutrition for Preconception - Nutrition for Pregnancy - Nutrition for Postpartum/Breastfeeding - Infant Nutrition (0-6 months) - Baby Nutrition (6-12 months) - Toddler Nutrition (1~3 years) - Childhood, Adolescent, Teenage Nutrition (4~18 years) Dr. Susanna also shared her personal pregnancy and postpartum experience and tips to thrive in Episode #384. This week is a little w...
#387 - Plant Based Kids, Adolescents, & Teens
August 02, 2023 19:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBKids are humans, too! And they, too, can THRIVE on plants. That being said, there are for sure some considerations to kid-specific nutrition to ensure healthy growth and development. Long story short, keeping toxins out while loading up on high quality fuel and nutrients matters a lot when it comes to keeping youngsters growing strong and healthfully. Of course, there are individual considerations that change and evolve as we grow. These are some of the things covered in this science-pack...
#386 - Healthy Plant-Based Toddlers
July 12, 2023 20:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBNext up in the plant-based lifecycle nutrition series is TODDLERS! We aren't there yet personally in our family with our little one, but it's helpful to know how to keep little ones thriving on plants. In this episode, Dr. Susanna get's into the plant-based nutritional science to support growing kiddos. This is important info considering the importance of nutrition for childhood development... and "just eating plants" certainly does not equate to health, especially amongst little ones. Ep...
#385 - Plant-Based Babies! Nutrition for 6-12 months
July 05, 2023 19:00 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MBBabies Thrive on Plants, TOO! ... but they still need mother's milk/formula. It is generally advised that babies to start eating real, solid foods around 6 months. However through ~ 1 year of age, babies still get a dwindling majority of calories and nutrition from breastmilk. So, what foods should plant-based babies be eating??? Most any real, whole food are wonderful for adults and babies alike. But of course since little ones generally lack teeth and fine motor skills of the tongue an...
#384 - Healthy Nutrition for Mom & Baby (0-6 months)
June 28, 2023 19:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBNutrition is pretty simple when you're a baby... MILK. Human breastmilk is the optimal source of nutrition for early infancy (0-6 months). Commercial baby formula (of which there are MANY) are considered the only acceptable alternative to breastmilk. In this episode you'll learn the amazing properties of breastmilk and how it is indeed the perfect food... for babies! One amazing fact is that breastmilk is pretty much the same in terms of nutritional status between breastfeeding mothers, r...
#383 - Dr. Susanna's Pregnancy and Postpartum Tips to Thrive
June 21, 2023 19:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Dr. Susanna shares her recent trials and tribulations with nutrition and lifestyle through all phases of pregnancy and postpartum. With our little Grace being now 8 months, Dr. Susanna is 110% back to her normal and healthy self. She's got an extra 10% (at least!) from the innate superwoman powers that come through motherhood! While different individuals may struggle with following a "whole food plant based" lifestyle throughout this phase of life, Dr. Susan...
#382 - Plant Based Considerations for Postpartum & Breast Feeding Mammas
June 08, 2023 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBThe postpartum and lactation phase of life demand intake of high quality nutrition in order to replenish and restore the mother’s nutritional stores, but also to provide the highest quality of breastmilk production for her baby. Eating a plant-based diet is not only provides the the postpartum body all that it needs in this phase of life, it also provides benefits for both the mother’s and babies health - one of the biggest benefits being the lower levels of environmental toxicity in the b...
#381 - Thrive on Plants Through Pregnancy
May 31, 2023 21:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBIs it healthy to eat plant-based while pregnant? This is a big question that often comes up from plant-based skeptics. The short answer is YES! But with any pregnancy, no matter the diet of the mother, proper nutritional awareness and planning is necessary I order to support the best health for both mother and baby. We’re going to discuss all the important nutrition considerations for a plant-based pregnancy in today’s episode, covering macronutrients, micronutrients, supplements, and so ...
#380 - Plant-Based Preconception
May 24, 2023 23:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBPreconception is a lifecycle phase that is often overlooked. However, it is extremely important to prepare a mother’s body for a graceful pregnancy and healthy baby! Several factors play into optimizing egg quality, sperm quality, and a healthy environment for a fertilized eggs to thrive in - nutrition is certainly one of the biggest factors. In this episode we'll explore all the nutritional considerations to set both the female and male up for success in preparing for a healthy concepti...
#379 - Intro to Plant Based Lifecycle Nutrition
May 17, 2023 21:00 - 13 minutes - 9.02 MBBecoming a mom has really reminded me (Dr. Susanna) how different phases of life require different nutrition. Some phases of life have much more physical growth where more fuel, more fat, more everything in needed compared to other times in our life when we are maintaining, or perhaps even wanting to shed some excess growth. We are excited to be entering into a little mini-series within the podcast where we will be covering nutritional needs during these various phases of life. In this Pl...
#378 - How to Design a Balanced and Healing Meal
May 10, 2023 19:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBThere are a million and one ways to eat Whole Food Plant-Based! ... and they don’t all promote health and healing! Preparing a BALANCED WFPB meal can be super easy! But if you don't know WHAT to focus on or HOW to make it balanced, you might run into some obstacles. In this episode, Dr. Susanna walks you through the 3 steps of preparing a balanced WFPB meal that supports HEALING. Step 1: Focus the meal around carbohydrate-rich foods Step 2: Add an abundance of non-starchy vegetables Ste...
#377 - Are You Orthorexic for Eating Whole Food Plant Based?
May 03, 2023 20:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBOrthorexia is defined as "excessive preoccupation with eating healthy food." Well, "normal" is most definitely NOT healthy in our world today. Furthermore, focusing on health and creating healthy habits is essential for being healthy! So are you orthorexic? Does eating WFPB make you orthorexic? It's a big topic and an important question that is worth diving into. In a recent Episode on TMS and Digestion I talked about the direct link between state of mind and emotion on digestive health....
#376 - The Truth About Semaglutide, The Miracle Weight Loss Drug
April 26, 2023 19:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBA weight loss drug? Yes, there is a "new" weight loss drug on the market (beginning of 2023). But, don't get to excited just yet... Remember things like Fen-Phen, Ephedrine, or Dinitrophenol (DNP)? There are many other drugs that have proven to be effective for weight loss, but also dangerous and even deadly. Smoking meth or snorting cocaine are also pretty effective ways to lose weight... The new class of drug that is all the rage these days is a compound called semaglutide. The truth i...
#375 - TMS, Nerves, and Digestion
April 19, 2023 20:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBIn the vast and complex human body, the digestive system is responsible for what is maybe the most mysterious and nuanced processes - transforming foods into the nutrients that sustain life. The enzymes, juices, sphincters, muscles, and microbiota are all uniquely working together to carry out the physiologic roles of digestion. But, what is in control of all of these nuanced physiologic processes? The autonomic nervous system, of course. The same intelligent processing that fundamentally ...
#374 - Stop Eating "Seed Oils" and Do This Instead
April 12, 2023 20:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MB"Seed oils" have taken on the role of the proverbial whipping boy, taking the blame for everything that is wrong in packaged and processed foods. Yes, seed oils are bad for your health. But that is generally where the conversation stops. Or maybe you've heard other conflicting information around eating more saturated fats like butter, lard, and animal products. In this episode we break down WHY seed oils are bad for your health and what you should be cooking with and eating instead to supp...
#373 - What to Do About Heavy Metals in Health Foods
April 05, 2023 21:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBThe topic of heavy metal toxicity is a big one... and for good reason! Heavy metals (like mercury, arsenic, cadmium, lead, and others) can be toxic to the body, especially when accumulated over a lifespan... which is "normal" in today's toxic world. Once in the body, these sort of metals can be hard to get out. Therefore, they accumulate to cause or contribute to numerous chronic conditions - metabolic health issues, neurological issues, circulatory issues, and more. But these toxic elemen...
#372 - What's The Deal with Gluten?
March 29, 2023 22:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBLess than 1% of population has celiac disease, a condition in which gluten consumption causes direct destruction of the gut lining. The issue of avoiding gluten in this rare disease isn’t really up for debate. Non-celiac gluten sensitivity is something different. Some suggest 20% or more may have this sort of "gluten sensitivity," meaning that consumption of gluten causes gastrointestinal issues, potentially leading to systemic inflammatory conditions skin issues, joint pain, and autoimmune...
#371 - The Truth About Nightshades
March 22, 2023 20:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBWe already recorded a pretty comprehensive podcast on the topic (Episode #257), but there have been requests to revisit NIGHTSHADES. So, here's the deal... There is NO - zero - evidence to even consider that eating nightshade vegetables can potentially cause or contribute to any health issues. Unless of course you are eating belladonna, dartura, or maybe green/sprouted potatoes. These plants are high in solanine, the glycoalkaloid that can be poisonous and deadly in high enough doses. So...
#370 - Phytoestrogen Risks & Benefits in Both Men & Women
March 15, 2023 20:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBPhytoestrogens = “plant” estrogens. These compounds attract quite a bit of controversy, almost as much as the lectins, oxalates, phytates, and goitrogens we’ve talked about previously. Here are direct links to episodes on... Oxalates - Episode 365 Lectins - Episode 366 Phytates - Episode 368 Goitrogens - Episode 369 First things first. The term “phytoestrogen” is actually a bit of a misnomer. These compounds are actually not “estrogens” but more accurately “estrogen receptor modulators.” ...
#369 - The Truth About Goitrogens
March 08, 2023 21:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBContinuing our discussion around “anti-nutrient” compounds in plants takes us to goitrogens. This term refers to substances that can interfere with iodine uptake by the thyroid and lead to decreased thyroid function, thereby leading to the formation of a “goiter.” The classic goitrogen is actually the deficiency of iodine, an essential mineral for thyroid activity. This, of course led to the iodination of table salt, which ensures proper iodine intake and thyroid function for people who ma...
#368 - 7 Keys to Boost Your Metabolism
March 01, 2023 17:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBYour metabolism is like a fire burning within each of your cells. For many, this fire is smoldering. But there's no reason why we can't get it roaring again! Boosting your metabolism is as simple as putting ENOUGH HIGH QUALITY FUEL on the flames to keep the fire burning brightly and efficiently. There's a few more keys to do it successfully, which leads us into the content of today's episode. If you are interested in applying this information in your body and life with more guidance and...
#367 - Should You Soak Grains/Nuts/Seeds to Lower Phytate Content?
February 22, 2023 20:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBAnswer: No. You don't need to worry about soaking grains or nuts or seeds. Believe it or not, phytates are actually super beneficial phytonutrients! We will take a much closer look in today's episode amidst the short series diving into the myth of the plant based "antinutrients." You can learn more about Oxalates in episode #365 and Lectins in episode #366. So, what are phyates/phytic acid? What foods are rich in phytates? What are the alleged problems with phytate consumption? Should I b...
#366 - Why You Should Eat MORE Lectins
February 15, 2023 20:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBIn another episode of debunking the nonsense... we're talking about LECTINS. Have you heard of them ? If you are clued into nutritional trends, you probably have. Chances are, they've also been represented in a negative light. Like oxalates that we talked about last week (Episode #365), Lectins are another class of plant phytonutrients that get a very bad reputation as being an "antinutrient" blocking nutrient absorption and contributing to health issues. One of the most famous lectins is ...
#365 - The Oxalate Dilemma
February 08, 2023 20:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBOxalates or oxalic acid are a phytonutrient found in pretty much all plants. They have become a nutritional supervillain of sorts, getting the blame for all sorts of health issues from mineral absorption issues to kidney stones to vague gut health and systemic inflammatory conditions. Why is it then that plant eaters who tend to consume far more oxalates than non plant eaters don't actually suffer from these alleged oxalate issues? Well, as is often the case the science is complex. Howeve...
#364 - Sulforaphane gives Broccoli Superpowers
February 01, 2023 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBIf you've never heard of sulforaphane, you aren't alone. But in the world of nutritional science, it is celebrated for its superpowers! Sulforaphane is a phytonutrient found in cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, kale, cabbage, and Brussel sprouts. By far the highest amount is found in broccoli sprouts - not the full grown vegetable. Sulforaphane has been extensively studied and found to have protective effects against many diseases, including multiple types of cancer, heart ...
#363 - Getting "Sick" is Healthy Detoxification
January 25, 2023 20:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBThe first time I drank ayahuasca, about 10 years ago now, I recall people talking about purging, i.e. vomiting, as a way of "getting well." At that point in time, I always equated throwing up with being sick, not "getting well!" Fast forward through the years of naturopathic medical school where I gained a deeper understanding of the self-healing human body. Since the body always moves towards health given the environment and resources at hand in a moment, the symptoms we experience, howev...
#362 - Does Plant-Based Eating Increase Risk of Bone Fractures?
January 18, 2023 21:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBIn our previous episode on Bone Health (episode #315) we covered some important bone health basics including: ⁃How plants actually contain plenty of Calcium ⁃How eating plants creates an alkaline environment to allow more calcium to be deposited where it need to be in the bone ⁃Why increased dairy consumption actually raises the risk of bone fracture ⁃The essential role of Vitamin D is for calcium absorption ⁃Why we need to get plenty of Vitamin K to guide calcium properly in the body ⁃Othe...
#361 - Is Eating Raw Superior to Eating Cooked Foods?
January 11, 2023 20:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBThe topic of RAW vs COOKED food is commonly brought up in the plant-based world. Which is superior? Should I be eating more raw food? What if I don't like to eat raw food, is eating mostly cooked okay? Are there any benefits or risks to eating strictly raw? It's good to be asking these questions! As you probably know, eating a plant-based diet is not entirely fool proof. In fact we work with people everyday, most of whom are "all in" on the plant-based lifestyle, but aren't yet achieving h...
#360 - Dr. Susanna's Top 10 WFPB Wins
January 05, 2023 21:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBThis episode was inspired by Dr. Ben’s Recent Episode, 11 Reasons Why I’m Plant-Based. This was my first live podcast appearance since the birth of our daughter Grace. The whole experience of being pregnant, giving birth, and moving through the postpartum phase has made me reflect with so much gratitude on all the health that the Whole Food Plant-Based lifestyle has brought me. I was not always in such great health. In fact, I went through an extremely difficult period of chronic illness i...
#359 - Making (Health) Goals Your Reality
December 28, 2022 19:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBIt's that time of year again - the end, and the beginning! Are New Year's Resolutions still a thing? According to some statistics, about 50% of people set a New Year's resolution and more than 50% of those resolutions are health related. I can certainly appreciate how the symbology of turning a page to start a fresh year invites self-reflection, and as a result inspiration for self-improvement. BUT, we all know that these resolutions never really stick! Of those who make a New Year’s r...
#358 - 11 Reasons Why I Eat Whole Food Plant Based
December 21, 2022 21:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBThis is a little follow up on the last episode, #357 - Why I'm No Longer Vegan. That episode was intended to share my perspective on Veganism and the reasons why I don't identify as part of the "vegan movement." Long story short, while most of the foods I eat and encourage others to as well are indeed vegan (with the exception of honey!), veganism is so much more than just a way of eating, as many have rightfully pointed out to me throughout my life. Generally speaking, I think it's importa...
#357 - Why I'm No Longer Vegan...
December 14, 2022 20:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBThis may come as a big surprise for you... or maybe you saw it coming. There are still a bunch of vegan doctors in the world, but now one fewer. I've personally experienced more health than I knew was possible. I've had better endurance, physical performance, and recovery. I've optimized my digestion and created a level of superb resilience to disease and immunity to infection. I've also witnessed countless similar wins in the clients and members of Thrive on Plants. A vegan diet has trea...
#356 - Balanced in Duality
December 07, 2022 21:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBThis is about my experience with Tony Robins 7-Day Positivity Challenge. As I wrote about in a Substack article, I scrolled upon a video of Tony talking about this positivity challenge - going 7 days straight while just "being positive." I was resistant, apprehensive, and doubtful I could complete such a simple feat. Spoiler alert - I did complete the challenge, and am actually still going strong with "being positive!" (You can read the article to hear more about the details and insights_...
#355 - TMS (Tension Myositis Syndrome) & Mind as Medicine
December 01, 2022 00:00 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MBIt's me, Dr. Ben this time. I'm struggling with some TMS symptoms. Dr. Susanna shared her journey and insight with it nearly a year ago back in Episode #267. And for those totally new to the concept or idea of TMS, my conversation during Episode #76 with Michael Galinsky, the filmmaker of All The Rage: Saved by Sarno, is a great place to start. Or you can watch that awesome documentary film! So, my right knee flared up on a short run. It's so easy (and tempting!) to just blame it on the r...
#354 - My Grace-Full Birth Journey
November 22, 2022 22:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBOkay, Okay... I did NOT give birth to a beautiful baby girl. That was ALL Dr. Susanna's doing! However, I was indeed part of the process, and even though a human being didn't emerge from between my legs, it was an incredible transformative experience! One could say that things "didn't go as planned." We were all set up for a beautiful home birth with our amazing midwife. When Susanna's water broke early, before any signs of labor, we did everything we could to get labor moving! (I share mor...
#353 - Updates + Housekeeping
November 17, 2022 20:00 - 20 minutes - 14.5 MBWe're complete with the Alter Your Health from Head to Toe Series! Did you catch the last 44 episodes of the Podcast where we talked about nutritional and lifestyle keys to optimize each of your organs and systems? This is a pretty good little database of quick facts to support your healing and longevity. Now what's next...!? This week on the podcast we hit the "pause" button and share some updates, announcements, and future visions for the Alter Your Health Podcast. In a nutshell, we'l...
#352 | WW - Divine Creativity & Balancing Masculine/Feminine Energies
November 09, 2022 19:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MBThe balance of reproductive hormones and health is reflected through the energy of the second chakra - divine creativity. What do these subtle energies of masculinity and femininity have to do with fertility, hormonal balance, and general reproductive health? Well... lots. The subtle nuances of hormonal health are not only influenced by nutritional deficiencies and environmental toxicities, but also the burden of stress and emotion we hold in the body/mind. In today's conversation on the ...
#351 - Reproductive Hormone Harmony
November 07, 2022 19:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBWe're talking about reproductive hormones and the endocrine system in this finale episode of our "Head to Toe" series on the podcast - a conversation relevant to men and women! This is another HUGE topic. We've covered a lot of huge topics on the podcast in hopes of distilling lots of complexity into some easy to digest simple concepts. When it comes to hormones and the endocrine system, the super cool thing is that the interconnected hormonal systems balances itself! Micromanaging vario...
#350 | WW - Address Stress at its Source for Adrenal Healing
November 02, 2022 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBRather than better managing stress, wouldn't you prefer to better understand the source of stress? It sure can feel like stress is all-encompassing and omnipresent - something that we could never escape from. However, when we understand the true source of stress we can instantly see how close we are to peace. Addressing Stress at its Source is far and away the best thing that you can do to support your adrenal glands in healing and balancing, which in turn supports the body's healing and ...
#349 - How to Burn Out Your Adrenals
October 31, 2022 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBWhen suffering with low energy, sleep issues, or any sort of fatigue, it's common to look at the adrenal glands as being a source of the symptoms. Yes - the adrenal glands are responsible for maintaining healthy energy levels day in and day out... but they do SO MUCH MORE. The adrenal glands are integral to general hormonal balance and also establishing your body's circadian rhythm. So... what causes the adrenal glands to get stressed, fatigued, burnt out, or dysregulated??? In today's ...
#348 | WW - Pissed Off: Kidneys, UTI's, & Mindset
October 26, 2022 19:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBIn Traditional Chinese Medicine, the kidneys are the powerhouse of vitality. Low "Kidney Xi" means that the body may be generally deficient, worn down, and lacking health. When we consider the physiologic role of the kidneys in filtering the blood, the body's life energy, the importance of kidney energetics becomes clear. In the psycho spiritual world, the kidneys represent stress and control - the universal issues for mankind. The bladder and urinary system, parts more vulnerable to acut...
#347 - Keys to Healthy Kidneys & Bladder
October 24, 2022 19:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBYour kidneys filter about 45 gallons of blood per day. About ~1-2% of that makes it's way into the toilet as urine. Maintaining the health and function of kidneys filtration and urinary excretion is essential for health! While it's common for kidney function to decline with age (just like it's common for blood pressure and/or cholesterol to rise) it is by no means HEALTHY. In today's Medicinal Monday episode we bring you information to support you in creating and maintaining balance and h...
#346 | WW - Detox Judgment, Heal the Gallbladder
October 19, 2022 19:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBThe podcast took a brief hiatus as we welcomed our Baby Girl into the world! What a wild and wonderful week it's been. We are so in love... The podcast resumes with some pre-recorded episodes as we finish our "Head to Toe" series. While the gallbladder helps with digestion and detoxification with its storage and release of bile, we can pause and consider what else besides the fatty foods and accumulated toxins can we allow ourselves to let go of... Gallstones are one of the most common ga...
#345 | MM - Prevent (& Dissolve!?) Gallstones
October 10, 2022 19:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBMost people don't consider the health and function of their gall bladder until there's a sharp pain in the upper-right abdomen! What generally happens is sludge and stones form in the gall bladder that can cause a blockage of the bile duct leading to inflammation and infection - cholecystitis. At this point, surgical removal of the gall bladder (cholecystectomy) may be medically necessary. Preventing and reversing gall bladder issues can be a simple and powerful process! Also, since over...
#344 | WW - Your Liver Wants Peace
October 05, 2022 23:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBThe liver does so much more than just clear the body of harmful toxins... but it's the toxicity from food, air, and water that interferes with normal healthy liver function to create a "sluggish" or fatty liver. It's important to know that there are other sources of toxins in the environment beyond our food, air, and water... The toxins we are discussing today are those that are internally generated from our thoughts and feelings. When it comes to liver function it is the rage, frustration...
#343 | MM - A Liver Cleansing Lifestyle
October 03, 2022 19:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBThe liver has been named very appropriately - It lives you! Of course all vital organs are essential to keep you vital, but the liver has many, many central roles. Some of the 500+ liver functions include... immune function blood clotting storage of amino acids storage of glycogen balancing of hormones bile production (fat digestion) processing blood cells/clearance of bilirubin and of course DETOXIFICATION Some say the liver detoxifies naturally so we don't need any specific "cleansing" ...
#342 | WW - Honor Your Powerful Pancreas
September 28, 2022 19:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBThe Pancreas is your power center. It is mainly responsible for transforming food into energy in your body. In the energy body, its role is transforming soul purpose into physical world reality. The Pancreas is at the core of the body's 3rd Chakra - the energy center associated with confidence, self-esteem, purpose, and clear movement forward. Imbalance with these energetic themes can be the root of digestive and metabolic issues concerning the pancreas. Bringing this energy into harmony i...
#341 | MM - Help Your Pancreas Juggle its Tasks
September 26, 2022 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBHow often have you paused to consider how amazing your pancreas is? It's one of those organs that's just a work horse, showing up each and every day to do its job and keep your body in balance. The pancreas plays a central role in two essential functions - DIGESTION and METABOLISM. In fact, your pancreas is kind of like two organs in one. It has an EXOCRINE portion which is responsible for manufacturing and secreting digestive enzymes into the intestines to promote heathy digestion. It al...
#340 | WW - Processing, Integrating, & Letting Sh!t Go
September 21, 2022 19:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBYou already know that digestive issues are far too common. You also know that your HEALTH and body's balance is dependent on clean, efficient, and harmonious digestive processes. Many digestive issues can simply be due to eating unhealthy, processed, chemically-ladened junk foods. However, there are many who seem to consume loads of ultra-processed foods just fine without suffering from acute or chronic digestive complaints - though that certainly does not mean they are optimally healthy. ...
#339 | MM - Heal the Gut & Reverse Gas/Bloating
September 19, 2022 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBYou've heard the notion, "You are what you eat." The more precise statement would be "You are what you digest, absorb, and assimilate to regenerate your cells and modulate your epi-genome!" Food isn't medicine. Food is life. What transforms food into life is the miraculous alchemical process of digestion, absorption, and assimilation taking place in your gut tube. This is why HEALTH starts in the gut and your gut function is the central essential process for all physiologic functions. I...