Optimize Paleo by Paleovalley
224 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 136 ratingsTake control of your health by moving beyond the Paleo template and learning about cutting edge health strategies that really work. This podcast will give you tips and tricks from the mouths of experts and common folk alike who discovered exactly what it takes to THRIVE. Join Chas and Autumn Smith, loving and passionate husband and wife and founders of Paleovalley.com as they guide you on the journey to cultivate vibrant health and wellness.
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EP316: How to Achieve Omega Balance (And Why It Matters!) with Dr. Anthony Hulbert
April 15, 2024 11:34 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBINSIDE THE EPISODE You’ve likely heard that polyunsaturated fats (omega-3’s and omega-6’s) are essential for health, but what you might now know is that the balance between them is equally as important. In fact, over the last few decades our intake of the omega-6 fatty acid, linoleic acid (yes, the one found in seed oils) has increased dramatically while our intake of omega-3’s has dwindled. Which means most Americans today - have a very imbalanced omega ratio. According to this we...
EP315: How to Cultivate Radiant Skin with Rachel Varga
March 25, 2024 16:13 - 51 minutes - 28.5 MBIN THIS EPISODE Once I turned 40, it seemed like my skin started to tell the story of time. And while I've always been a champion of clean eating and staying active, I've discovered that the journey to radiant skin doesn't stop there. It's an adventure, filled with simple strategies and daily rituals that can elevate our skin to new heights of radiance. That's why I'm beyond thrilled to share this week's podcast episode with the phenomenal Rachel Varga. Imagine having a treasure ...
EP314: The Truth about Nutrient-Dense Foods with Dr. Sarah Ballantyne
March 03, 2024 16:14 - 56 minutes - 37.4 MBIN THIS EPISODE In a world where nutrient deficiencies are rampant and elimination diets can increase your risk, a focus on nutrient-dense foods is critically important. Unfortunately, there are MAJOR problems with many of the nutrient ratings systems used today. Case in point: The Food Compass which gave Lucky Charms a higher score than ground beef and eggs fried in butter. Which is why in today’s podcast with best-selling author Dr. Sarah Ballantyne we break down the myths aroun...
EP313: Simple Ways to Cultivate Gut & Heart Health with Dr. William Davis
February 16, 2024 20:56 - 48 minutes - 27.7 MBIn This Episode Unlock the secrets to a healthy heart and microbiome with Dr. William Davis, renowned cardiologist, and bestselling author in this week’s podcast! We delve into cutting-edge insights and simple at-home strategies from his latest book, Super Gut, that will help you feel inspired and empowered around gut health. Here are some of my favorite takeaways… The best test to assess heart disease risk 2 foods that cause small (dangerous) LDL particles 3 often-missed marke...
EP312: The Importance of Protein & Muscle for Longevity with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
January 26, 2024 14:35 - 50 minutes - 28.8 MBIN THIS EPISODE Hopefully, by now you’ve heard the news that muscle is the organ of longevity. In other words, if you want to age gracefully, building muscle must be a priority. Fortunately, there are many simple ways to increase your muscle mass which is what we talk all about in this week’s podcast episode with the brilliant founder of the Institute for Muscle-Centric Medicine, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon. So if you’ve ever wondered… Which exercise provides the most benefits... How m...
EP311: The Truth About Calories & The Power of Home Cooking with Shawn Stevenson
December 01, 2023 18:01 - 1 hour - 37.3 MBToday almost 60% of American adult calories and 67% of our children’s calories come from ultra-processed foods. Let that sink in. MOST of the foods we eat today hijack our taste buds, increase our risk of obesity and disease and were not in our diet even 100 years ago. Which is why this week’s podcast with bestselling author and Host of America’s #1 Health Podcast, Shawn Stevenson, provides the education and inspiration we need to bring us back in touch with the healing power of who...
EP310: The Surprising Truth About Seed Oils with Dr. Cate Shanahan
November 03, 2023 15:49 - 56 minutes - 32.9 MBDid you know that the widespread use of certain cooking oils in our modern diets may be a silent contributor to the epidemic of chronic diseases? Dr. Cate Shanahan, a renowned board-certified Family Physician and seed oil expert, has uncovered startling connections between seed oils (think corn, cottonseed, canola, soy, safflower and sunflower) and the rising rates of obesity, heart disease, and other modern health woes. Which is why in this week’s podcast you’re in for a deep dive int...
EP309: The 5 Most Dangerous Ingredients to Avoid (and what to feed your kids instead!) with Vani Hari
October 13, 2023 11:35 - 41 minutes - 24 MBIn the ever-evolving world of nutrition and food transparency, few have been more successful at peeling back the curtain on the food industry as Vani Hari, aka the "Food Babe." Vani believes we deserve the right to know what’s in our food and she’s taken steps to convince food companies to make major, important changes to their products. For example, she convinced Kraft to remove artificial food dyes from Mac & Cheese, Subway to remove all artificial flavors in their bread, and Starbuck...
EP308: Sleep is a Skill with Mollie Eastman
September 29, 2023 11:00 - 54 minutes - 33.4 MBDid you know inadequate sleep can cause you to consume over 350 extra calories the next day, insulin resistance in healthy individuals, and a 55% increased risk of obesity? We talk a lot about the healing power of food, but not nearly enough about the fact that the quality of your sleep can make or break your health. So if you’re someone who struggles to get enough sleep or wants to improve your sleep skills, check out this week’s podcast with sleep expert and host of The Sleep Is A Sk...
EP307: Overcoming Menstrual Pain Naturally with Ashley Greene Khoury
September 08, 2023 10:57 - 52 minutes - 30.7 MBIt’s been estimated that 80% of women experience period pain at some point in their life and for 5-10% of women, the pain is debilitating. I know because I used to be one of them. I used ibuprofen heavily in my teens but now that I understand the risks of overuse, I’m thrilled to share an effective all-natural pain remedy created by a good friend of mine, Ashley Greene Khoury. (You might know her as the beautiful and talented Alice from Twilight!) Ashley and I met while I was a trai...
EP306: Wake Up and Read the Labels with Jen Smiley
August 18, 2023 21:05 - 40 minutes - 24.6 MBIn a startling revelation over 90% of Americans struggle to accurately read and interpret food labels. Understanding what goes into our bodies is the cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle. And food labels are more than just a list; they're a roadmap to better health, revealing the nutrients, ingredients, and potential allergens in our food that can heal or harm us. By not comprehending these labels, we risk exposing our bodies to harmful additives, excessive sugars, and unhealthy fats ...
EP305: Defending Beef & Animal Agriculture with Nicolette Hahn Niman
August 04, 2023 11:50 - 1 hour - 36.7 MBWe’ve all heard cows emit more greenhouse gasses than cars and cow farts are destroying the planet, but these often-cited *facts* are simply inaccurate. Beef can be an environmentally-destructive or environmentally-friendly food depending on how it's raised. So in this week’s podcast author, attorney and rancher, Nicolette Hahn Niman, busts myths about beef and animal agriculture so you can understand the true environmental and human health consequences of the meat you eat. Here are a fe...
EP304: Meat for Mental Health with Judy Cho
July 14, 2023 14:18 - 57 minutes - 33.7 MBBoard certified holistic nutritionist, Judy Cho, struggled with binging and purging cycles and overexercising on a plant-based diet. At one point, her symptoms became so severe she was sent to an eating disorder facility where she was prescribed antidepressants and antipsychotics. Nothing seemed to help until she tried an all-meat, Carnivore diet. Since that time, Judy has experienced a full recovery and written the best-selling book, The Carnivore Cure. She is now on a mission t...
EP303: The Powerful Benefits of Red Light with Wes Pfiffner
June 23, 2023 16:24 - 50 minutes - 32.4 MBWe all know the well-demonstrated benefits of high quality food, but what you might not know is that thousands of studies have also revealed the potent, healing benefits of red light for things like… Skin conditions like eczema Collagen production Sleep Recovery Performance Hormonal health Mood And much more! Using my red light has improved my skin and sleep dramatically and you can learn all about the science behind its benefits, how to use it for best results and how to get...
EP302: The Great Plant-Based Con with Jayne Buxton
June 09, 2023 16:19 - 51 minutes - 30.2 MBWe’ve all heard vegan diets are better for our health and the planet. But what you might not know is there are many vested interests in the “plant-based” message and vegan diets can cause serious (and sometimes irreversible) health issues, especially for kids. Which is why in this week’s podcast brilliant author and journalist, Jayne Buxton, breaks down the serious flaws with plant-based diets outlined in her groundbreaking book, The Plant-Based Con. If you are considering going vegan ...
EP301: The Copper Cure with Morley Robbins
May 26, 2023 11:51 - 58 minutes - 30.9 MBIron deficiency anemia is the most common nutrient deficiency worldwide affecting more than one billion people resulting in symptoms like: Weakness Impaired cognitive function Decreased immune function Developmental issue And while many of us turn to iron supplements to raise iron levels - Morley Robbins, mineral expert, author of the Copper Cure, and today’s podcast guest, believes there is much more to the story. In fact, Morley believes iron deficiency anemia is a copper, rath...
EP300: The Link Between Soil Microbes & Our Health with Dr. David Montgomery & Anne Biklé
May 05, 2023 14:27 - 1 hour - 37.8 MBAccording to research the nutrient levels in our food are on the decline. In fact, between 1940 - 1990 - vegetables have lost… 24% magnesium 46% calcium 37% iron 76% copper And meat has lost…. 55% copper 50% iron 29% calcium Why is this happening and what can we do about it? You’ll have to tune into this week’s podcast with author and soil expert Dr. David Montgomery and Anne Biklé as they discuss the surprising causes and solutions for our nutrient-depleted food! Here are...
EP299: How to Stress Less and Thrive More with Dr. Izabella Wentz
April 21, 2023 11:06 - 48 minutes - 28.8 MBAccording to the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention stress is a leading cause of illness, accounting for about two thirds of all doctors visits and 75% of illnesses today. What that means is even if you eat a healthy diet and exercise daily, unaddressed stress could be the reason you’re still sick and tired. Annnnd if you’ve been alive on planet Earth in the last 3 years, it’s likely that your stress levels are higher than ever which is why I am thrilled to share this week'...
EP298: Transforming Self Sabotage for Sustainable Weight Loss with Marc David
March 24, 2023 10:00 - 56 minutes - 30.8 MBIntellectually understanding which foods are health supportive is not always enough to yield sustainable dietary change. Why? Because most of us fall victim to self sabotage. In fact, almost 95% of those who lose weight gain it all back within one year which is why in today’s podcast Eating Psychology Expert and best-selling author, Marc David, we break down how and why we self sabotage and how to transform that tendency. Here’s what you’ll learn… The cause of self sabotage How to...
EP297: Myths and Truths about Heart Disease with Dr. Stephen Hussey
March 10, 2023 11:00 - 54 minutes - 40.8 MBWe’ve all heard dietary saturated fat and cholesterol cause heart disease - but what you might not know - is that the evidence for this belief is not as foolproof as we’ve been led to believe. And given that heart disease is still America’s #1 kill responsible for almost 700,000 deaths per year - understanding what you can do to prevent it is paramount. In this week’s podcast with the author of Understanding The Heart: Surprising Insights Into The Evolutionary Origins Of Heart Disease ...
EP296: The Healing Power of Spices & Turmeric with Dr. Aggarwal
February 24, 2023 15:12 - 49 minutes - 27.3 MBDid you know that certain spices, particularly turmeric, have demonstrated the ability to turn off inflammation and positively impact gene expression? It sounds crazy, but spices are one of our most potent and underrated medicines. Which is why in today’s podcast with biochemist, Dr. Bharat Aggarwal, a former professor at University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and expert on cytokines, the role of inflammation in cancer, and the anti-cancer effects of spices and herbs, we take a d...
EP295: Intuitive Fasting with Dr. Will Cole
February 10, 2023 15:47 - 52 minutes - 31.1 MBThis week’s podcast, with author and top 50 functional medicine doctor, Dr. Will Cole, is all about INTUITIVE FASTING. While it may seem counterintuitive, intuitive fasting is a powerful practice that can help you access your intuition and find a fasting rhythm that honors your health and changing circumstances. It allows you to step into the driver’s seat of your health, and it’s a gentle, gradual approach that begins with simple overnight fasts. I have been using this practice for ye...
EP294: Biohacking & Connecting to Your Intuition with The Biohacker Babes
January 20, 2023 12:26 - 48 minutes - 29.6 MBHave you tried all the popular diets and weight loss strategies, but still don’t feel your best? Many times it’s because what works for someone else - won’t always work for you. In fact, we are all unique biochemically and our needs change from season to season, so the only way to find your perfect diet and lifestyle is to tune into your body’s feedback. Which is why today’s podcast with Renee Belz and Lauren Sombarto (aka The Biohacker Babes) is devoted to beginner biohacking, opti...
EP293: Eating for Healthy Babies and Mommas with Lily Nichols
January 06, 2023 14:32 - 58 minutes - 32.9 MBChildren born to moms with poorly controlled blood sugar during pregnancy have a 6-19x increased risk of diabetes or obesity. Unfortunately, our current dietary recommendations for carbohydrates during pregnancy are way too high for many individuals which can cause unstable blood sugar. Many leading organizations also claim that vegan diets are safe for pregnancy, yet, according to registered dietician, Certified Diabetes Educator and author, Lily Nichols, there are many reasons to doubt...
EP292: The Benefits of Intermittent Fasting with Cynthia Thurlow
December 23, 2022 17:18 - 55 minutes - 33.9 MBOne of the tools I’ve found most helpful for people during the holiday season is intermittent fasting (IF). IF is a powerful practice that requires you eat during certain windows of time and fast the rest of the time. In other words, you don’t have to change what you eat - just when. And its benefits include… Fat burning Reduced heart disease risk Improved memory Reduced caloric intake The best part? It’s free, flexible and simple and you can still reap the benefits even if you...
EP291: Healing Food Sensitivities with Steven Wright
December 09, 2022 17:12 - 1 hour - 40 MBThe incidence of food reactions (allergies, intolerances, sensitivities) is on the rise. But what many people don't know is that it is possible to heal certain types of food reactions. (Celiac Disease and food allergies, being a notable exception:) When my son was younger he reacted to several foods like wheat, corn, dairy and sometimes even chocolate. And while the elimination diet did help us manage his symptoms - avoiding so many foods was stressful, especially ...
EP290: How to Fast Like A Girl with Mindy Pelz
November 11, 2022 17:22 - 55 minutes - 33 MBDid you know that, as a woman, your cholesterol and blood sugar levels will be higher at certain times of your menstrual cycle? Which can not only affect how you feel and what you should eat, but may also affect whether or not you’re prescribed medication. Women are also stronger, smarter and calmer during certain periods of the cycle, and should eat more carbs and avoid fasting at other times. Sadly, because most health-based research has been based on men, most women never underst...
EP289: Food as Medicine, Fitness & Celebrity Beauty Secrets with Sally Pressman
October 28, 2022 14:51 - 59 minutes - 39 MBTwenty million Americans today suffer from chronic digestive issues. Actress Sally Pressman, (you may have seen her as “Roxy” from Army Wives or on Grey’s Anatomy, Younger, Good Girls, etc.) became one of them when she was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis in 2009. Her doctor said medications were her only option, but after a few days of self-directed dietary change - her symptoms were gone. I met Sally when I worked at the Tracy Anderson Method. Her work ethic, kindness, and bubbly...
EP288: Clearing up the Major Meat Misconceptions with Dr. Frédéric Leroy
October 07, 2022 13:32 - 54 minutes - 31.8 MBRed meat is one of the most controversial foods in our modern-day diet. On one hand - it’s a food we’ve been consuming for millions of years that provides some of our most valuable nutrients. Yet, according to the 2019 Global Burden of Disease report, there is no safe level of red meat consumption. To help you wade through the controversies and find the truth we have food scientist and scientific advisor, Dr. Frédéric Leroy on the podcast this week! Dr. Leroy has been instrumental i...
EP287: How to Reduce Chronic Pain Naturally with Dr. Ryan Wohlfert
September 22, 2022 15:58 - 48 minutes - 23.4 MBAccording to the CDC, an estimated 50 million adults (1 in 5 adults) experience chronic pain and in 2017 more than 191 million prescriptions were written for opioid pain medications that cause 17,000 overdose deaths annually. Those who suffer from chronic pain not only have a significantly reduced quality of life, but are also 3x more likely to experience anxiety and depression and have double the risk of suicide. And while many of us believe that pain is just a natural part of the agin...
EP286: Seed Oils: History, Science and Negative Health Impacts with Tucker Goodrich
September 09, 2022 14:45 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBToday many of us understand that processed foods, excess carbohydrates, and gluten (for certain individuals) may contribute to ill health. But what is not as well known is that omnipresent seed oils (cottonseed, corn, soy, canola, etc.) may also be playing an important role in weight gain and disease. Seed oils are thought to be heart-healthy because they lower cholesterol, but clinical trials have also revealed that replacing saturated fats with seed oils may have deleterious health c...
EP285: The Most Nutrient-Dense Foods in the World & The Dangers of Micronutrient Deficiency with Ty Beal
August 26, 2022 19:21 - 1 hour - 50 MBApproximately 1 out of 3 women of reproductive age in America are suffering from a nutrient deficiency that can lead to fatigue, immune dysfunction, rapid aging and an increased risk of disease. And while we’re often told a plant-based diet is the best diet for health - Dr. Beal, the guest of this week’s podcast and a global nutrition researcher, found that animal foods (organ meats specifically) are actually the richest sources of nutrients that most people are deficient in. His rese...
EP284: How To Reverse Climate Change in One Generation with Paul Hawken
August 09, 2022 12:30 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBWe’ve all read the devastating headlines about climate change and global warming, but many times it’s difficult to know exactly what you can do to help. Do you have to give up animal products? Get solar power? Drive an electric car? Fortunately, you do NOT have to change your entire life or give up meat to reduce your carbon footprint and become part of the solution. In fact, in this week’s podcast with bestselling author, award-winning activist and co-founder of Project Drawdown...
EP284: How To Reverse Climate Change in One Generation with Paul Hawken
August 09, 2022 12:30We’ve all read the devastating headlines about climate change and global warming, but many times it’s difficult to know exactly what you can do to help. Do you have to give up animal products? Get solar power? Drive an electric car? Fortunately, you do NOT have to change your entire life or give up meat to reduce your carbon footprint and become part of the solution. In fact, in this week’s podcast with bestselling author, award-winning activist and co-founder of Project Drawdown...
EP283: Plant vs. Animal Protein and The Truth About Daily Requirements with Dr. Ballerstedt
July 22, 2022 12:21 - 56 minutes - 35.4 MBAccording to recent research, nearly 40% of older Americans are not getting enough protein. Current protein recommendations also represent a minimum rather than an ideal protein intake and the highest quality sources of protein (animal products) are often demonized. As a result, many of us are under-eating protein which can cause a number of deleterious symptoms such as cravings, overeating, weight gain and a loss of muscle mass. Tune in to this week’s podcast with protein expert, D...
EP282: Carbohydrates, Vegetable Oils and the Silencing of Dr. Fettke
July 01, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBIn 2014 Dr. Gary Fettke, an orthopedic surgeon in Tasmania, was reported to the medical board for suggesting his diabetic patients reduce their sugar intake despite sound scientific evidence and clinical experience to support his recommendations. He was the first doctor ever silenced from talking about nutrition. After years of litigation, Dr. Fettke was eventually exonerated but confusion regarding the role of carbohydrates and sugar in human health remains. Tune in to this week’s ...
EP281: Why We Vilify Meat and the Truth About Our Nation’s Dietary Guidelines with Belinda Fettke
June 03, 2022 22:29 - 1 hour - 36 MBWe’ve all heard the misguided message that meat consumption is killing us, but what you might not know is that these beliefs originated from religion, rather than good science or historical evidence. In fact, Dr. John Harvey Kellog originally created cereal as a meat alternative because he believed it would reduce sexual desires in kids. Not to mention there has never been a truly vegan culture. Which is why in this week’s podcast with researcher Belinda Fettke we delve into the surpri...
EP280: Eating Psychology & Breaking the Dieting Cycle with Marc David
May 20, 2022 12:22 - 51 minutes - 29.8 MBIt’s often cited that 95% of those who lose weight on a diet will gain it all back within one year. Why might this happen? Perhaps because most diets only address WHAT you are eating - but not WHY you are eating. How can you break the vicious dieting cycle? Listen to this week’s podcast with eating psychology expert, author and founder of the Institute for the Psychology of Eating, Marc David! Here are some of the fascinating tidbits we cover… What an eating psychologist eats for ...
EP279: The Dangers of Glyphosate with Dr. Stephanie Seneff
April 29, 2022 12:16 - 52 minutes - 31.7 MBWe’ve all heard about the controversy surrounding glyphosate, Roundup’s main ingredient. In 2015 The International Agency for Research on Cancer concluded glyphosate may possibly cause cancer in humans. Thousands of lawsuits have also been filed against Bayer, the maker of Roundup, and in 2018 a groundskeeper, diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, was awarded $289 million. Yet, the EPA and FDA deem glyphosate safe, which is why it can still be found in our food and many paleo stapl...
EP278: The Nutritional Differences in Conventional vs. Pastured Meat with Fred Provenza
April 01, 2022 11:00 - 47 minutes - 26.9 MBA recent human trial demonstrated that eating wild meat (kangaroo) caused lower levels of post-meal inflammation than eating conventionally-raised beef. In other words, how the animal was raised may have affected the level of inflammation in the body after eating it. When people ate wild meat they had lower levels of inflammation and when they ate meat raised in confinement, they had higher levels of inflammation. And while we don’t yet know exactly why this happened, Dr. Fred Prove...
EP277: The Chicken Industry Exposed with Matt Wadiak
March 10, 2022 14:35 - 40 minutes - 25.3 MBOver 99% of chicken in America is produced by two companies and raised in ways that can negatively impact human and environmental health. The worst part is, even labels like “cage free” and ‘free range” don’t actually mean what you think they do. Which is why in this week’s podcast, with CEO of Cooks Venture and pioneering pastured chicken farmer, Matt Wadiak, we break down the major problems with the chicken industry and where you can find truly high-quality chicken. Here are the topi...
EP276: Organ Meats: The Forgotten Superfood with Ashleigh VanHouten
February 17, 2022 12:00 - 47 minutes - 31.5 MBDid you know that the most nutrient-dense foods in the world are not plants? Despite what you may have heard, organ meats are gram-for-gram the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet. Which is likely why, whenever I eat them, my energy levels go through the roof! And given that most of us are deficient in at least one nutrient today (according to the USDA), organ meats are one of the most important things you can eat to ensure all of your nutrient bases are covered. The only prob...
EP275: Diet & Lifestyle Strategies for a Healthier Heart with Dr. Jack Wolfson
January 20, 2022 12:00 - 46 minutes - 27.5 MBAccording to the CDC, one American dies every 36 seconds from heart disease. And though many Americans believe avoiding saturated fat will reduce heart disease risk, most people don’t know that recent research has revealed the paleo diet can reduce heart disease risk by… Improving glucose control Reducing waist circumference Increasing weight loss Improving cholesterol levels Reducing calorie intake Improving blood pressure So if you’re ready to learn about the recent researc...
EP274: The Truth About Red Meat, Plant Based Burgers & Grass Fed Beef with Dr. van Vliet
December 30, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBThere are many hotly-debated questions in nutrition today including… Is grass fed beef healthier than conventionally raised beef? Are plant-based burgers nutritionally equivalent to grass fed burgers? Does eating red meat really increase risk for disease?’ How many grams of protein do we need each day? And while almost everyone has an opinion on the topic, in today’s podcast you can learn about ground-breaking research conducted by Dr. van Vliet, a nutrition expert and researcher fr...
EP274: The Truth About Red Meat, Plant-Based Burgers & Grass Fed Beef with Dr. Stephan van Vliet
December 30, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBThere are many hotly-debated questions in nutrition today including… Is grass fed beef healthier than conventionally raised beef? Are plant-based burgers nutritionally equivalent to grass fed burgers? Does eating red meat really increase risk for disease?’ How many grams of protein do we need each day? And while almost everyone has an opinion on the topic, in today’s podcast you can learn about ground-breaking research conducted by Dr. Stephan van Vliet, a nutrition expert and resea...
EP273: Root Cause Solutions for Mental Health Issues with Dr. Elena Villanueva
December 09, 2021 12:00 - 50 minutes - 30.3 MBA 2010 study published in Plos One found that 5 of the 10 most violence-inducing drugs were antidepressants. Alongside antidepressants, 6 sedatives/hypnotics and 3 medications for attentional issues were also associated with increased violence. And while pharmaceutical therapies can work for certain individuals, they clearly cause (sometimes scary) side effects, do not work for everyone, and most importantly, do not address the root cause. Tune in to this week’s fascinating podcast ...
EP272: The Dangers of GMOs & Glyphosate with Jeffrey Smith
November 24, 2021 15:29 - 49 minutes - 30.8 MBA 2019 survey of over 3,000 participants noted considerable improvements in the following conditions by avoiding genetically modified organisms (GMOs)... Digestive issues (85.2%) Fatigue (60.4%) Overweight or obesity (54.6%) Brain fog (51.7%) Food allergies/sensitivities (50.2%) Mood issues (51.1%) Memory (48.1%) Joint pain (47.5%) Gluten sensitivities (42.2%) Insomnia (33.2%) Skin conditions 30.9% Hormonal problems (30.4%) Musculoskeletal pain (25.2%) Autoimmune d...
EP271: A Breakthrough Natural Solution for Anxiety, Insomnia & Brain Fog with Cameron George
November 04, 2021 11:00 - 48 minutes - 29.7 MBSeveral studies have shown a spike in anxiety, depression, and insomnia within the last year. In fact, people are 3x more likely to have anxiety or depressive disorders (vs. 2019) and insomnia rates are up 37%. And while many people turn to alcohol, drugs, or benzos to calm down, there’s an evidence-based, natural solution that comes with side benefits rather than scary side effects. That solution is Tru Kava. I learned about Tru Kava in March of last year, and have been using it ...
EP270: Transforming Your Menstrual Cycle Into a Superpower with Dr. Stephanie Estima
October 14, 2021 11:00 - 58 minutes - 34.3 MBMany women today experience their menstrual cycle as a burden, rather than a superpower. (I know because that used to be me.) But the truth is, when we understand our cycle and the natural rhythm and hormonal shifts it creates, we can leverage those changes to accomplish some pretty amazing feats. For example, there is a GREAT time of the month to eat more protein and build muscle. There’s also an ideal time to be social and work for tips. And there is a surprisingly perfect ti...
EP269: Lose Weight, Prevent Disease & Find Your Perfect Diet Using CGM with Carlee Hayes
September 30, 2021 10:00 - 48 minutes - 29.8 MBA recent Stanford study revealed that 80% of healthy people had blood sugar spikes. Why does this matter? Because blood sugar spikes are dangerous when they occur often enough or for long periods of time and can cause... Weight gain Cravings Energy dips Mood crashes ...and increased risk of conditions such as insulin resistance, cardiovascular disease, reproductive issues, and cancer. But the silver lining is there is now a way for EVERYONE to see exactly what is happening...