Big Bold Health Podcast

Meet Dr. Heather Moday. Think your immune system needs a boost? Think immune health is a one-size-fits-all proposition? Think again, and Dr. Moday will tell you why. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

Meet Mary Purdy. Mary is an Eco-Dietitian, charting a new path forward that connects human health to the health of our soil and our planet. If you really want to know why there's so much buzz around microbiomes and regenerative agriculture, this is the conversation for you. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

Meet Chef Paul Canales. Paul operates two celebrated restaurants in Oakland, Duende and Occitania. An early fan of our Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat, Paul gives us a peek behind the scenes of cooking with our favorite flour, and a peek inside the mind of diners and consumers looking to food to promote their health. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

Meet Dr. Kara Fitzgerald. With her pioneering work around biological clocks and the concept of a Methylation Diet, Dr. Fitzgerald works on the cutting-edge of longevity. This is a conversation for anyone who cares about aging well. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

Meet Walter Robb. Walter worked for many years as the co-CEO of Whole Foods Market, and he remains a guiding light in the healthy, organic, and regenerative food movements. We're lucky enough to count him as a mentor in our pursuit of global immuno-rejuvenation. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

Meet Mette Dyhrberg of Mymee. Using pattern recognition and process optimization — the stuff of good biohackers everywhere — she took her health into her own hands and created a movement to tackle the many challenges of autoimmunity. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

Food is medicine. Nutrients are information. Immune cells are a communication network. Immuno-rejuvenation is the future. This episode features an epic conversation with Dr. Mark Hyman. He's a NY Times bestselling author and leading advocate for health transformation and regenerative agriculture. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

It is time to get supernatural with herbalism and Rachelle Robinett. Rachelle lives at the intersection of nature and medicine, and she is a powerful ambassador for the new thinking around health in the 21st century. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

There's an important link between your immunity and your gut, and we've got Dr. Tom O'Bryan on the show to unpack that for us. If you don't know Dr. O'Bryan, you certainly know his pioneering work around gluten. Now's your chance to hear the full story. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

It's not an overstatement — without Sam and Lucia Beer, there would be no Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat in the US. The Beers know this crop better than anyone, and now you can too. This episode is their story. It's a front-lines conversation with two pioneer farmers behind a powerful food that nature designed for rejuvenation. Thanks for joining us. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

As Jeff and James wrap the first thought-provoking season of the Big Bold Health Podcast, they reminisce and reflect on what they've learned from the stellar array of industry thought leaders who have appeared on the show, so far. When the podcast returns for Season 2, buckle-up for a fascinating deep dive into immune health. Don't miss it!

In this episode of the Big Bold Health Podcast, Sheelin Coates joins Dr. Jeffrey Bland and James Maskell to discuss how soil and food are interconnected and how they affect our own health, our community’s health, and the health of our planet.

On Episode 26 of the Big Bold Health Podcast, Dr. Mary Kay Ross joins Dr. Jeffrey Bland and James Maskell to talk about neurological individuality. Dr. Ross shares why she believes in a personalized approach to brain health and why she wants to spread her message that there is health and there is hope.  If you’d like to know more, head over to https://brainhealthandresearch.com/ https://brainhealthandresearch.com/

In Episode 25 of the Big Bold Health Podcast, Dr. Kalea Wattles joins Dr. Jeffrey Bland and James Maskell to share the ways functional medicine can serve as a tool that brings beauty and hope to fertility problems and her dreams for the future of women’s health.    For more information on fertility and women’s health, follow Dr. Wattles at @functionalfertility on Instagram.

In Episode 24 of the Big Bold Health Podcast, Dr. Deanna Minich joins Dr. Jeffrey Bland and James Maskell to discuss the many ways food can heal our bodies, but also the way it unifies us and reminds us that we aren’t so different after all.

In Episode 23 of the Big Bold Health Podcast, Dr. Sara Gottfried empowers everyone to tell their story as a bold first step in taking ownership of their health. Dr. Gottfried shares some of her own personal experiences and how they’ve informed her as she works to close the gap in women’s health.

Each of us has a unique health journey, and in Episode 22 of the Big Bold Health Podcast, Andrea Nakayama (a functional medicine nutritionist and educator) reveals part of her personal journey to health. As Andrea shares her story she empowers you to take back your health and gives a big, bold reminder that you are so much more than your diagnosis! Show Notes Want to learn more about how to take ownership of your own health journey? Head to www.fxnutrition.com Functional Nutrition Alliance The Functional Nutrition Alliance (formerly Replenish PDX) is functional nutritionist Andrea Nakayama's multi-faceted approach to changing the face of healthcare by empowering patients, practitioners, and doctors with her signature approach to health. Or follow the Functional Nutrition Alliance's Instagram for ways to reclaim your health journey today: @functionalnutritionalliance

Description: What if the “right” thing isn’t the right thing for you? In Episode 21 of the Big Bold Health Podcast, Lihi Segal of DayTwo talks with Dr. Jeff Bland and James Maskell about how you can harness the link between your gut and glycemic control and why personalizing nutrition could be the key to unlocking your health potential! Show Notes: Want to learn more about DayTwo’s food as medicine blood sugar approach? Check it out here: www.daytwo.com

Northern Appalachia is home to a small family farm called Angelica Mill. This historic land is owned and worked by Sam Beer and his wife, Lucia. What makes this place—and these people—unique? They may be the only growers in the United States of an ancient crop that has a powerful phytonutrient profile: Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat. Big Bold Health is proud to partner with Angelica Mill and an expanding network of small growers to bring Himalayan Tartary buckwheat to the US marketplace and beyond. Show Notes: Learn more about Angelica Mill and their artisanal product line here: https://tartarybuckwheat.com/ Follow Big Bold Health and our activities—newsletter, social media, and shop: https://bigboldhealth.com/

There may not be a roadmap for being healthy in an unhealthy world, but Pilar Gerasimo is deviating from the norm to create a pathway to healthy living. In Episode 19 of the Big Bold Health Podcast, Pilar and Dr. Jeff Bland discuss the big, bold, revolutionary path to living a happy and healthy life for the long haul. It’s a rebel cause that requires exploring uncharted territory—are you ready to join the revolution? Show notes: Be sure to check out Pilar’s Healthy Deviant website and her 2020 book release: https://www.thehealthydeviant.com/

Personal stories have power. They can be inspirational, motivational, and even transformational. Dr. Jeff Bland and Christie Clark are siblings, baby boomers, great friends, and occasional rivals (at least when windsurfing is involved…). They also share a lifelong interest in all things health. Listen in as Jeff and Christie discuss food, fitness, health tech, and their fearless outlook on aging. Hello 70! It’s going to be a GREAT decade.

Whether it’s little bumps, big rashes, or a special glow, your skin can tell a story. It’s easy to think about skin only as an external organ, but—in fact—it is systemically connected to the rest of the body, and therefore it’s more accurate to think of skin as a reflection of overall health and function. Trevor Cates is a naturopathic physician—the first woman to be licensed as such in the state of California—and she is famously known as “The Spa Doctor.” How do you make the right choices for your skin every day and over the course of your lifespan? Get clarity about sun exposure, product ingredients, and the aging process—listen now!   Show Notes: Dr. Trevor Cates believes your skin needs outer and inner nourishment. Visit her website to learn more about her bestselling books, her popular podcast, and her natural skin care line: https://store.thespadr.com/pages/about-us

Bodies, it turns out, know how to heal, and sometimes nature is the best pharmacist. Dr. Hyla Cass is an integrative psychiatrist and an expert on mental health, brain degeneration, and dementia. Her message: personalized prevention is possible if you know the right strategies, and so is recovery from overmedication. After more than 30 years in the field, medical researchers are coming into alignment with this philosophy and studies are now demonstrating the power of lifestyle intervention. If your goal is a vibrant mind and optimal well-being, listen now! Find out more about Dr. Hyla Cass and her new vision for health care here: https://cassmd.com/

In traditional cultures, women are the healers, the teachers, the nurturers, and the souls of their communities. What can we learn from these extraordinary examples that link past to present? We are in the midst of a female-centered revitalization of both health care and self care. Dr. Keesha Ewers—integrative medicine expert, best-selling author, noted speaker, and mother of four—is on a mission to guide women through a health journey that is personal, empowering, and life-changing. Are you ready for a transformation? Listen now. ---  Dr. Keesha Ewers specializes in digestive and hormonal health, as well as reversing autoimmune disease. She also hosts immersive healing retreats all over the world. Visit Dr. Keesha’s website to learn more: https://www.drkeesha.com/

She may call herself an accidental activist, but Ruth Westreich is on a quest to make an impact and she is BIG, BOLD, and VERY CLEAR about this need. Ruth is the founder of the Westreich Foundation, an organization that is committed to connection, collaboration, and consensus building. Her work touches many of today's most important concerns and causes: health care and health creation, environmental responsibility and stewardship, global purpose and social good. Is it time for YOU to get involved? This is the episode you need to hear.  "Be the change you wish to see in the world." - Mohandas Gandhi Visit http://thewestreichfoundation.org/ to see how Ruth Westreich is doing her part and find inspiration for your own efforts.

Becoming a parent is a gamechanger. Whether you are responsible for the well-being of one small human or a whole family of them, your worldview can take dramatic shifts and HEALTH often occupies the top spot on your priority list. Katie Wells is the mother of six children, the founder of a successful online parenting community, and a leading voice in the wellness movement. Are you searching for answers or resources or simply some support as you navigate the complex-yet-fun, rewarding-but-emotional, BIG-and-BOLD adventure of raising healthy kids? Listen now!

Just a decade ago, the unstoppable Dr. Terry Wahls, who has multiple sclerosis, was in a wheelchair and on a path of degeneration that her care providers said was irreversible. She disagreed and took control of her diet, environment, and lifestyle. By doing so, she regained her health, shocked her medical colleagues, and now she is teaching people all over the world how to improve their own function using the concepts of cellular nutrition, minding your mitochondria, and being your own health advocate.

Big Bold Health is looking ahead to the future—and so are thought leaders Dr. Jeff Bland and Doug Greene. Listen in as they wrap up an epic discussion about the wellness revolution and its global impact on personal health. What comes next? It’s a question Jeff and Doug already ask themselves, and it’s one they hope you will be inspired to explore in your own life.

Our leadership masterclass featuring Dr. Jeff Bland and Doug Greene continues! Part 2 focuses on a spectrum of concepts that powered growth of the natural products movement—things like cooperation, team building, mentorship, social purpose, and cross-cultural experiences. Doug spent hundreds of nights on couches. Jeff racked up six million air miles. Would they do it all again? In a heartbeat. Listen now to hear their stories, insights, and suggestions for the next generation of entrepreneurs.

Back in the 1970s, no one was taking any bets on the potential success of an industry built on inspiration, good intentions, and the concept of bringing health to the individual. Nevertheless, a small and undaunted group of innovative thinkers found themselves forming a natural products network that started with friendship, strengthened with determination, and ultimately sparked a global movement. Dr. Jeff Bland and Doug Greene, founder of New Hope Natural Media, look back on the humble origins of the high-impact industry they helped to seed, nurture, and grow.

Plants have difficult lives: they are stuck in one location, they can’t fight off insect invaders, and they are exposed to all sorts of weather, be it harsh sunlight or stem-chilling frost. How do plants survive it all? Natural chemical warfare. Plants produce anti-stress compounds called phytochemicals, and these metabolites correspond to functions that allow it to grow and thrive. When humans eat plants, how do those phytochemicals affect our bodies? Let’s talk about phytonutrition!

In this episode, James Maskell nails it when he says that the 20th century was about creating rules for everyone to live by. One example: dietary guidelines. Jeff Bland watched the rule-making unfold. As a nutrition expert, he saw flawed logic from the start in the one-size-fits all philosophy. Ready to break free from outdated thinking? Self-ownership of your metabolism—what a concept! This discussion is packed with facts, insights, and tips for how to get started.

Every year, millions of people plan to have a baby. Conception, pregnancy, birth—these are natural processes that can often be taken for granted. But fertility challenges have become commonplace in modern society. More and more, would-be parents are finding themselves unable to conceive or sustain a full-term pregnancy. Do we know why this is happening? Can people take steps to optimize their health prior to starting a family? This episode features our special guest, Dr. Michelle Leary-Chang. Visit our website -- https://www.bigboldhealth.com

It sounds very 21st century, doesn’t it? BIOHACKING. While the word itself may be modern, the practice of self-experimentation is not. History is actually replete with examples of individuals who decided to cross boundaries and explore the outer limits of innovation. The relatively recent convergence of certain powerful concepts and factors—personal data, affordable technology, a flowing tap of information resources—has propelled us into a new era of citizen science. Is it here to stay? Listen now! Visit our website -- https://www.bigboldhealth.com

We introduced the concept of “diagnosis” in the previous episode and now it’s time to fully unpack it. In the simplest of terms, a diagnostic test tells you if you are diseased. But chronic disease and acute disease are two VERY different things. We’ll explain why, plus we’ll talk about an even more powerful fact: for the first time in human history, we have access to tools that can help us understand our bodies in ways never before possible. Spoiler alert: this episode includes a technology show-and-tell segment! Visit our website -- https://www.bigboldhealth.com

Rolling up your sleeve for a blood draw. It’s become a familiar ritual for anyone who gets an annual physical, visits an ER, or endures a hospital stay. What questions are clinicians trying to answer using our bodily fluids, and is the system perfect as it is or can we hope for something better—perhaps less invasive AND more accurate—in the future? If we want to measure and track our daily function at home, what types of tools will provide us with meaningful information and why? You’ll find some surprises in this episode—including insights into low tech with high value, plus a big and bold breakdown of the Theranos story. Visit our website -- https://www.bigboldhealth.com

We all live in a world of disease. Think about all of the resources that disease—as an industry—consumes every day, every week, every month, every year. Billions upon billions of dollars. An impossibly large real estate footprint. Affiliated networks that many people have come to view with fear, suspicion, and even anger—Big Pharma, “health” insurance, government oversight agencies. In the middle of all this noise and acrimony, each of us stands alone as an individual. Each of us has a unique way of defining our personal health aspirations and goals. How do you navigate the system, yet still chart your own course? Visit our website -- https://www.bigboldhealth.com

What is the Big Bold Health Podcast? BIG topics, BOLD opinions, and fearless conversations about all things HEALTH. Join Jeffrey Bland, PhD (scientist, thought leader, natural products pioneer) and James Maskell (economist, entrepreneur, innovator) as they help you become informed, empowered, and confident in the health choices you make for yourself and your family.