Primal Diet - Modern Health
207 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 139 ratingsPrimal Diet – Modern Health combines the best of Natural Health and the Paleo Diet in one terrific show. Host Beverly Meyer offers a wealth of information on food, hormones, supplements, sleep, neurotransmitters, and more, often with great guests. She is a Clinical Nutritionist in practice since 1985. Beverly has worked actively on her own health since the 1970's. Find her popular blog at www.ondietandhealth.com.
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Adapting the Paleo Diet for Herpes Management
February 09, 2024 21:03 - 29 minutes - 27 MBhttps://www.ondietandhealth.com/paleo-diet-for-herpes-management/Adapting the Paleo Diet for Herpes is the fastest way to manage viral outbreaks. My articles and Podcasts on Herpes supplements, the best and worst foods for Herpes, and the low Arginine diet for Herpes explore the diet needed to control HSV. My Store also offers the Herpes Management Guide – a 90-minute PowerPoint download – to explain the diet, symptoms, medications, supplements and WHEN to take supplements, and how to a...
Anxiety, Addiction and GABA
November 20, 2023 17:58 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBGABA Neurotransmitter for Anxiety and Addiction GABA is our main inhibitory (stabilizing) neurotransmitter and a regulator of anxiety and addiction. It helps us stay calm and avoid sympathetic flight or fight mode. It governs dozens of functions in the mind and body. Along with Serotonin, GABA provides the brakes in our body (the "slow-slow"), much as Dopamine and Acetyl-Choline provide the "go-go". Like yin and yang, we need both to be balanced. In our natural state as hunters and ...
5 Reasons to Fix Your Child’s Stomach Aches
September 24, 2023 04:40 - 35 minutes - 33.3 MBhttps://www.ondietandhealth.com/fix-your-childs-stomach-aches/https://www.ondietandhealth.com/fix-your-childs-stomach-aches/Why is it important to fix your child’s stomach aches? Many parents don’t realize their kids hurt. Children don’t know tummies are not supposed to hurt. They may think it’s normal. I did not know my gut was not supposed to hurt when growing up. As an adult I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease but decades of malabsorption took their toll on my bones and growth. I a...
How to Take Lysine for Herpes
May 15, 2023 04:51 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBLysine for Herpes – A Track Record of Success People have taken Lysine for Herpes and Shingles for decades. Being a sufferer myself, I depend on Lysine as ONE supplement to help manage the Herpes virus. Along with diet changes and other key supplements. Lysine and Arginine amino acids (proteins) counteract each other. The virus “feeds on” and is triggered by excess Arginine. Read More
Iodine for Hair, Thyroid and Female Health
May 02, 2023 03:37 - 43 minutes - 40.5 MBHow do you use Iodine for Hair, Thyroid and Female health? Where do you get Iodine and how much do you need? 60 to 70% of us don't get enough. This helps explain the epidemic of Hypothyroidism I see in Consults. The entire body uses Iodine but it's key for the Thyroid. Full Episode Description
Are You Getting Enough Calories on Paleo?
April 14, 2023 02:07 - 44 minutes - 41.6 MBAre you getting enough calories on Paleo? Is it time to add more carbohydrates, fat, or more Paleo calories in general? I ask my female Clients of average weight to eat around 1800 Calories/day. Men about 2300 Calories. In this episode: Getting Enough Calories on Paleo Carb Calories From Grains Getting More Vegetable Calories What about starchy carbs? Animal Protein - our Main Source of Paleo Calories Full notes
6 Reasons to Avoid Coconut Oil, Milk or Flour
March 30, 2023 00:39 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBAre there valid reasons to avoid coconut oil, meat, milk or water? Should coconuts be off the menu? My clients occasionally do see problems with coconuts (and I do too). Sometimes it’s the oil and sometimes issues occur with the meat or milk. Coconuts can offer wonderful health benefits, both internally and externally, but like all things, they may not be right for YOU. Check out these questions and try going coconut-free for a few weeks before consuming again. Watch for effects ...
Healthier Ways to Buy and Eat Eggs
February 19, 2023 21:25 - 39 minutes - 37.1 MBHow to Buy Healthy Eggs In the grocers, look for eggs labeled PASTURE-RAISED, such as Vital Farms. Pastured hens live outdoors in movable coops. In a Farmer's Market, ask the seller "what do you feed these chickens?" Eggs that are colored, speckled or slightly dirty don't mean the birds were pastured. They may have been raised in a fenced dirt area with no access to bugs or forage. Eating GMO corn and soy - not a natural diet for birds. Pastured chickens' natural diet is bugs, green ...
The Benefits of Mouth Taping at Night
January 10, 2023 04:28 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBThere are many benefits of mouth taping at night. Taping your mouth at night improves the microbiome of the mouth and gut, increases daytime energy, improves sleep, snoring and allergies, and calms anxiety. Mouth taping can help reduce dental plaque, stop nighttime salivation and improve your breath. Full description
Using the Lysine Arginine Ratio for Herpes Viruses
December 20, 2022 04:01 - 48 minutes - 45 MBAre you using the Lysine Arginine ratio for Herpes support? Correctly? Lysine and Arginine are two of twenty amino acids (proteins). Proteins are building blocks for hundreds of things – muscles, neurotransmitters, blood cells, enzymes and more. Lysine is one of Eight Essential Amino Acids, meaning we do NOT make Lysine so MUST get it in our diet. The Standard American Diet can be deficient in Lysine because it is grain-based. Is this why 40 to 60% of Americans have HSV infections? Arg...
Building a Strong Lean Body If You're Tired and Overweight
December 04, 2022 19:28 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBWant to build a strong lean body when you're tired and overweight? Need movement that's easy but effective? How do you balance your hormones? And pick the right diet and supplements for energy and weight. Here are my Clinic/Consult steps for a stronger, healthier body. First: Check Those Carbs Second: Balance Estrogen and Progesterone Third: Tired & Overweight? Improve fat burning ability Fourth: ** Fix Insulin Resistance ** Full post here
Are Keto, Paleo and Low Carb the Same?
November 10, 2022 00:43 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBAre Keto, Paleo and Low Carb the same? The answer is.... No... Yes... Sort of! Similar in many ways but different in others. New Clients often get these diets confused. More information.
What to Eat On Paleo | The Definitive Guide
October 05, 2022 04:15 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBWhat to eat on Paleo? Paleo, Ancestral, Primal, Diet For Human Beings (my DVD) is how people evolved to eat. Paleo is not Keto, Fasting, Carnivore, calorie restriction, No-Carb or a lot of other “diets”. Here’s a definitive guide from my 25 years eating this way, and teaching Clients the REAL Paleo Diet. Full Post
Choosing the Best Grain Free Cat Food
August 16, 2022 04:17 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MBNeed help choosing the best grain free cat food? I am a Functional Health coach and teach my (human) Clients to primarily eat foods we ate before Agriculture and factories. Our historical diet. The same is true for pets. What Do Cats Eat in Nature? Cats are “Obligate Carnivores”. They eat meat and all of the animal that comes with the meat – organs, bones, (some of the) feathers, stomach contents, etc. Cats don’t graze on grass like an herbivore. They take a bite or two in the su...
4 Good Foods for Constipation (and No Laxatives)
August 06, 2022 01:20 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBNeed some good foods for constipation? Chronic constipation and occasional constipation have different causes and need different support. Either way, these ideas help to know what to eat for constipation and reduce laxative use, toxic stool softeners and excess dosing of Magnesium. (All Vitamins and Minerals need to be in balance - taking too much of one can throw others into deficit. Here is a well-balanced multi). Full Story
How Low GABA Symptoms Affect You
June 20, 2022 13:45 - 29 minutes - 13.7 MBGABA is an important neurotransmitter you don’t hear about much. Learning of my own low GABA symptoms changed my life – I should say saved my life Is GABA Similar to Serotonin? GABA is Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid. Along with Serotonin, these neurotransmitters provide the “brakes” to overstimulated nerve impulses. Keeping the brain relaxed but on purpose is their job. Dopamine, Adrenaline, Acetylcholine, and anxiety are emotional, hormonal and neurological stimulants. They set off a c...
How Stress Triggers Herpes Outbreaks
June 18, 2022 01:40 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBEver wonder how stress triggers herpes outbreaks? And why? How does the herpes virus flare so quickly after stress, fear or trauma? Full Description
Natural Help For Dry Eye Symptoms
May 22, 2022 16:38 - 43 minutes - 20.1 MBNatural help for dry eye symptoms can reduce dry eye itching, pain and burning without prescription eye drops or medical intervention. Castor Oil has been a part of my daily home treatment for dry eye for several years. This article and Primal Diet – Modern Health Podcast explain exactly what to buy and how to use Castor Oil for dry eye. Don’t use drug store Castor Oil – study this article! While organic Castor Oil brought some relief for my dry eye (and is a great moisturizer for my...
How to Test and Treat Insulin Resistant Weight Gain
May 10, 2022 03:07 - 51 minutes - 23.7 MBMost overweight people have Insulin Resistant weight gain, a specific type of fat from overeating carbohydrates. It is not from cholesterol. Carbohydrates are stored temporarily in the blood as Triglycerides and then stored as fat if not needed for cellular fuel (exercise, metabolism). Full Description
7 Keto Diet Pros and Cons
April 06, 2022 03:48 - 47 minutes - 21.6 MBConfused by Keto Diet pros and cons? You're not alone... It's the most confusing and misunderstood "diet" I see with Clients. See the full list here.
GABA and Serotonin Deficiency: The Brain Quiz
March 21, 2022 05:01 - 36 minutes - 16.7 MBHere's an intro to GABA and Serotonin deficiency and a short Brain Quiz to help tell the two apart. Welcome to your Brain! GABA and Serotonin are our two main inhibitory neurotransmitters. Inhibitory sounds like a bad thing, but we need balance between excitatory and inhibitory aspects in all functions in the body. Just as there's light and dark, and fast and slow, we need both in balance. Why do we need Inhibitory and Excitatory Neurotransmitters in balance? Read More
7 Herpes Antiviral Support Options
February 08, 2022 02:52 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MBLooking for Herpes antiviral support options? There are more choices than antiviral prescriptions. Let’s review some. Who Am I? I have a disorder of the Immune System called Primary Immunodeficiency. I’ve struggled with Herpes, Shingles, Epstein Barr (it’s a member of the HSV family too) for 5 decades. Treatment for the immune deficiency (CVID) began in 2016 and has helped greatly but I still manage my HSV daily. I am a Clinical Nutritionist – not a Nutritionist or Dietician – in practi...
GABA Deficiency Symptoms
December 20, 2021 03:11 - 30 minutes - 13.9 MBGaba deficiency symptoms are diverse and can affect the whole body. If you struggle with pain, anxiety, IBS, reflux, sweaty hands, insomnia or dozens of other health concerns, you may be showing Gaba deficiency symptoms. Gaba and Serotonin are considered the “Inhibitory” or “braking” neurotransmitters. Dopamine and Acetylcholine are the energizing or “accelerating” ones. The “go-go’s” and the “slow-slow’s” as I call them. Full Description and Notes
Is a Low Arginine Diet for Herpes Permanent?
October 19, 2021 02:45 - 32 minutes - 15.1 MBIs a low Arginine Herpes diet permanent? Do you need to stay 100% strict with it forever? The answers are: Yes, No and Maybe… What is a Low Arginine Diet for Herpes? You’ll benefit from reading my other blog posts on this and/or listening to their Podcasts. I give detailed instructions on WHY you must reduce Arginine amino acid, the foods high in Arginine and what to eat and avoid. As well as proven Supplements to help control HSV. Check out these Podcasts and articles #1, #2, #...
How To Correctly Dose Vitamin D
September 14, 2021 00:29 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MBCorrectly dose Vitamin D. Don't guess! It's essential for short-term and long-term health in every cell of the body but you don't want to take more than you can use. How important is Vitamin D? This article and Podcast titled "5 Ways Vitamin D Can Save Your Life" may inspire you to dose D correctly. Learn how to correctly dose vitamin D at the website
Natural Help for Vertigo Using Chiropractic and Homeopathy
August 02, 2021 04:11 - 35 minutes - 16.2 MBNatural help for Vertigo using Chiropractic and Homeopathy has gotten me through several incidents of Vertigo. I’ve had three sudden bouts in the last 18 months. Getting up at night and falling to the right, dizzy, unable to orient spatially. It’s scary and a danger for falling. Full Description
Natural Flea Control for Dogs or Cats
July 08, 2021 00:41 - 30 minutes - 14.5 MBNatural flea control for dogs and cats can work very well. Natural pet care in general, is not hard and can change the quality of your pet’s life. That article has more info. And this one on feeding more Species Appropriate food. Full notes
4 Reasons You Have Trouble Staying Asleep
June 18, 2021 02:10 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBHaving trouble staying asleep? Waking up too early or restless after 3 AM? This is a common issue with Clients. Addressing these 4 areas helps most everyone sleep better through the night. If you're ready to make some changes to your daily habits, or add some proven supplement support, let's get to work. See full list
Are You Eating Dinner Too Early?
May 18, 2021 03:22 - 38 minutes - 17.7 MBAre you eating dinner too early? The best time to eat dinner may change your sleep and energy. Waking at 3 AM is a common problem. It sometimes relates to “Nocturnal Hypoglycemia”, low blood sugar during the night. Nocturnal Hypoglycemia has several main causes: Eating too many carbohydrates, sugars, starch, alcohol and juice during the day Not eating enough protein and fat during the day (always avoid Canola, Corn and Soy Oil though) Eating too early relative to your bedtime ...
My 5 Best Supplements for Herpes
April 22, 2021 00:05 - 31 minutes - 14.2 MBHere are the best supplements for Herpes I have used and carry in my Online Store. More anti-viral supplement support is found here. The Herpes Supplement Pack includes these and several more. I have never taken prescription medications for Herpes (too many side effects, including B12 deficiency). It’s controllable with a low Arginine diet, stress management and supplements. Read more (or listen to my podcast) on controlling Herpes without prescription medications. To see the full ...
Help For Bunions Without Surgery
April 11, 2021 22:41 - 32 minutes - 15 MBIs it really possible to get help for bunions without surgery? Most bunions can be helped if you commit to the process. For bunion relief, know the causes of bunions and make a long-term plan for change. This is the goal of the work in my San Antonio natural health clinic and in my Primal Diet – Modern Health podcasts. Fix the cause as well as the symptom!
5 Differences Between Fish Oil and Cod Liver Oil
March 12, 2021 00:47 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBI'm often asked about the differences between fish oil and cod liver oil. Which is best? Both have anti-inflammatory EPA-DHA, but there's more to know before buying. Eating oily fish such as wild salmon and sardines twice a week is important but it makes sense to supplement a small amount of Omega 3's as well. So, Fish Oil or Cod Liver Oil? One thing is true for both. Quality counts! The brand, the processing method and the type of fish all matter. For more information see https://ww...
Using Zinc for Loss of Taste and Smell
January 31, 2021 19:45 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBCOVID Loss of Taste and Smell Loss of smell and taste can be strong early warnings of infection, perhaps more important than fever or low oxygen. If your taste and smell suddenly disappear, get tested immediately and isolate. Studies such as this one from the European Journal of Neurology confirm these are Covid symptoms. Many patients report recovery of smell and taste quickly with “light” cases of Covid. Others report slower recovery. Can Zinc help recovery from the illness as we...
Managing Herpes Without Prescription Medications
January 05, 2021 03:14 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBManaging Herpes without prescription medications is what I do for my own health and with Clients. The right combination of herbs, amino acids, diet and stress management can work in both acute and recurring infections. The Herpes family is a large one and includes HSV1, HSV2, Shingles, Epstein Barr and ChickenPox (among others). Having struggled with all of these except HSV1 I have learned how to manage them without medications. More Information
Why Real Salt Is So Important
December 09, 2020 02:41 - 47 minutes - 22 MBOne of the diet rules we all “know” is that salt is bad for us. So why is real salt so important? Can it be a key to health recovery? Salt was one of the earliest trade items and helped establish trade routes and villages all over the world. It was often used as money. Salt was traditionally used to preserve food. It’s value was in allowing meats and vegetables to be salted and stored for later consumption, a huge advantage over having to hunt and gather fresh food all the time. N...
Help! Do Carbs & Candida Cause Weight Gain?
October 14, 2020 18:21 - 34 minutes - 15.7 MBDo Carbs and Candida cause weight gain? Calories from excess Carbohydrates is usually the reason for weight gain. Barring severely low Thyroid function or genetic disorders, it’s the carbs that cause Candida, Metabolic Syndrome, pre-diabetes, Diabetes Type II, Obesity, and all their side effects. Full Post
9 Big Causes of Hypothyroidism You May Not Know
September 22, 2020 02:38 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBWhat are the causes of hypothyroidism? Is it the thyroid gland itself, another endocrine gland, estrogen dominance or illness? Is low thyroid the problem or the symptom? This is THE key question in a functional wellness practice
Is Alzheimer’s Diabetes of the Brain?
September 13, 2020 16:27 - 41 minutes - 19 MBIs Alzheimer’s Diabetes of the brain? Alzheimer’s has been called Diabetes Type 3 for more than a decade. Numerous studies are ongoing worldwide. This is great news for those wanting to protect the brain, despite their gene status. There is much you can do, at home, every day, to protect yourself from dementia.
When to Take Bioidentical Hormones and When to Avoid
August 13, 2020 02:23 - 50 minutes - 23.2 MBWhen to take Bioidentical Hormones? This is a frequent question from my Clients. Who should take them? Does every post-menopausal woman need them? If so, which hormones are good and which to avoid? First differentiate between Bioidentical Hormones and Synthetic hormones.
Epstein Barr Virus and Adrenal Fatigue
July 21, 2020 01:12 - 46 minutes - 21.5 MBFor most people, no. It's common to have EBV Antibodies. EBV is Mono, an infectious Virus many of us got when younger. For some people, it is now "Reactivated Epstein Barr" where the virus may have become a top priority, or is one of several concurrent immune challenges. The questions are: how high are your antibodies and is the virus causing your health issues or just another symptom of being run down? FULL POST
How to Do a Paleo Elimination Diet
July 18, 2020 03:24 - 36 minutes - 17.1 MBA Paleo Elimination Diet is useful to look for food intolerances and digestive issues. But foods can also cause a wide variety of symptoms: rashes, throat clearing, snoring, reflux, pain in various areas of the body and more. More information
Heart Disease and Cholesterol | What Does the Science Say?
June 07, 2020 16:28 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBHeart disease and cholesterol science evidence says that heart disease is both more complex and more simple than eating (or not eating) bacon and eggs. Cholesterol does NOT cause heart disease. Many, many independent studies confirm this. This article explains how even the USDA agreed with this in 2015. Full Post
How to Be An Entrepreneur in the New Economy
May 09, 2020 23:23 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBIt’s time to be an entrepreneur in our new economy. Things won’t be “normal” for a long time but there are many ways to earn spending money and maybe create bigger things for the future. I’ve been an entrepreneur since I was young, creating multiple businesses, large and small. I imported and sold leather clothing from Spain in the 70’s, owned the largest dinnerware and cookware store in the Southeast in the 70’s and 80’s, and opened a chain of retail alterations and monogram stores that b...
The Vital Blood Test for Post-Menopausal Women
April 14, 2020 21:57 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBFerritin measures the amount of iron stored in the body outside of the red blood cells. Women with no menstrual cycles can accumulate iron in joints, veins, the heart, pancreas and liver. This can cause joint pain, diabetes, hypertension, strokes, hypothyroidism, hair loss, weight gain/weight loss, cardiovascular irregularities and much more.
How Alkaline Diets and Alkaline Water Get It Wrong
April 06, 2020 02:58 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBProponents of alkaline diets and alkaline water get it wrong. Why aren’t pH altered waters and “alkaline” diets the cure-all we’ve been told? My view on pH is based on hard-earned personal knowledge, working to regain my health. Here’s what I’ve learned… Full Notes
Natural Ways to Help Anxiety and Stress
March 26, 2020 23:08 - 36 minutes - 16.8 MBI'm always looking for natural ways to help anxiety and stress. Both in myself and with clients. If you're stuck at home waiting for a virus, or another life issue has you struggling and fearful, you're dealing with acute anxiety. But many of us deal with chronic anxiety as well. I was in my 50's before I finally realized I'd been struggling with anxiety all my life but never recognized it. That shocked me so much I decided to see if others were experiencing unacknowledged anxiety, and i...
Preventative Support for Virus and Flu
March 17, 2020 01:00 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MBPreventative support for virus and flu is different from what to do if you get sick. The better your health the better your recovery. Don't take Echinacea or other immune boosters when you are well. It can cause problems. Save it for when/if you get sick. People with chronic respiratory issues, especially older people in less than optimal health or on immune-suppressant drugs seem to be more at risk for Corona. But the virus can take hold of anyone with a weakened immune system. FULL NO...
Are Bone Broth and Collagen Safe with Herpes?
February 11, 2020 15:00 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MBAre bone broth and collagen safe with Herpes or Epstein Barr viruses? If you are using collagen powder or bone broth for your daily soup or smoothie you may be making a mistake. Broth and Collagen can be excellent protein choices when you are well. But if you struggle with recurring Herpes, Shingles or EBV these protein foods feed Retroviruses with high Arginine. More on Website
Heavy Metals in Baby Food: What to Avoid
February 05, 2020 02:46 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBA large 2019 study found heavy metals in baby foods. Dozens of well-known brands and products were tested. Arsenic, lead, cadmium and mercury were found in 95% of the 13 types of products tested: cereals, snack foods, fruits, juices and vegetables. Smaller tests have been run but this was a large study of 168 products in 61 brands. "Healthy Babies Bright Futures" study was published in Consumer Reports and many industry journals in October 2019. Full Notes
1 in 200 Have Genetic Iron Overload. Are You the ONE?
December 30, 2019 00:57 - 51 minutes - 23.4 MBGenetic iron overload is greatly under-diagnosed. Males over 30 and post-menopausal females may accumulate dangerous amounts of iron in body tissues and never know it. It may be the cause of joint pain, heart disease, liver disease, impotence, diabetes, low immunity and more. 1 in 100 - 200 Americans have the complete genetic mutation for Hemochromatosis. 1 in 9 of European descent may be gene carriers. Are YOU the ONE in the room? VIEW MORE