Had the most amazing conversation with Dr. Josh Axe, D.N.M., C.N.S., D.C., author of the best-selling books KETO DIET and COLLAGEN DIET and his book Ancient Remedies, and host of The Dr. Axe Show.


Dr. Axe is a certified doctor of natural medicine (DNM), doctor of chiropractic (DC), and clinical nutritionist (CNS) with a passion for helping people get healthy by empowering them to use nutrition to fuel their health.


In this episode, we discussed Dr. Axe’s newest book, Ancient Remedies. This book was written to be a reference guide for you to use for years to come. It's packed with medical research and thousands of studies on traditional methods to help you get to the root causes and take control of your health. From the secrets of healing with herbs, CBD, and essential oils to the most powerful natural medicine in history, we cover so much about holistic and integrative medicine and nutrition.


Dr. Axe explained how understanding your unique constitution or dosha through Ayurveda can help determine the ideal diet for your needs. He provided examples of condition-specific protocols for issues like hypothyroidism, digestive disorders, and more. Serena and Dr. Axe also explored how foods can directly support different organs based on their shape, color, and flavor profile.


Don't miss this informative conversation on how to empower yourself with food as preventative medicine.


(00:00) - Intro


(01:32) - The importance of traditional Chinese medicine


(02:10) - The power of food as medicine


(07:36) - The role of emotions in health


(07:52) - The importance of holistic health


(09:11) - The power of foods that resemble organs


(12:34) - Understanding the impact of food colors and flavors


(18:37) - Understanding bone broth and collagen


(20:22) - The role of beans and grains in diet


(22:21) - Understanding grains and legumes in your diet


(22:42) - The importance of meal timing and circadian rhythm


(23:07) - Navigating the book “Ancient Remedies”


(23:45) - Addressing sugar addiction: Tips and tricks


(25:18) - Natural remedies for cancer: A personal story


(26:33) - The power of Chinese medicine and herbs


(29:23) - Understanding and treating eczema


(37:31) - Boosting fertility and supporting pregnancy


(41:17) - Ancient remedies: availability and compatibility