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Chronic Health hosts conversations with leading experts on the science and practical nuance of lifestyle medicine & personalized medicine. We discuss how to successfully implement various interventions, what works, what doesn't, for whom, in what situations etc. Our podcasts are designed to help practitioners get smarter about their treatments, and help any listener get smarter about their own health and wellness, especially focusing on diet- and lifestyle. Presented by Holo Health.

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    • Apr 17, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 1h AVG DURATION
    • 19 EPISODES


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    The Foods & Habits That Contribute to Heart Health With Dr. Stephen Hussey | Episode 19

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 71:12


    Dr. Stephen Hussey is a Chiropractic Doctor and Functional Medicine practitioner, particularly focused on heart health. He is the author of two books on health; The Health Evolution: Why Understanding Evolution is the Key to Vibrant Health and The Heart: Our Most Medically Misunderstood Organ.Dr. Hussey is a type 1 diabetic, which means he's had an increased risk for heart disease since he was a child, which led him to study heart health. And a couple of years ago, he actually did suffer a heart attack, and after seeing the recommendations, his resolve to spread information about the environmental and nutritional factors required for a healthy heart only got stronger.Some topics covered in this episode:Understanding the heart and cardiovascular systemThe Evolutionary Backdrop to HealthThe foods and habits that contribute to heart healthThe cholesterol Myth and much moreFollow Dr. Hussey on Instagram: @drstephenhusseyVisit https://www.resourceyourhealth.com/

    Behind the Scenes of a Rancher's Life with Natalie Kovarik | Episode 18

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 60:38


    Natalie Kovarik is a rancher who lives with her husband in Central Nebraska where they own and operate Kovarik Cattle Co, a cow calf operation with a growing registered herd.For the past 2 years Natalie has been sharing her ranching and familying story online to showcase the beauty behind the western lifestyle as well as foster a community who supports and trusts in agriculture as much as she does.

    How Genetics Can Become the Cheat Sheet to Living a Healthy Life with Dr. Tyler Panzner | Episode 17

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 62:21


    Dr. Tyler Panzner has spent over a decade not only mastering cell biology, but also taking a deep dive into how vitamins, supplements, drugs, and lifestyle affect cells.He has learned through his extensive studies in cell biology, immunology, and pharmacology that understanding genetic mutations is like a cheat sheet to figuring out actionable steps to ensure proper cellular health.With the proper guidance, all aspects of health can be improved upon through understanding genetics!Follow him @drtylerpanzner on IG + Tiktok!

    The Autoimmune Protocol, Healthy Cooking Day-to-Day, and Adjusting Diet with Michelle Hoover | Episode 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 52:35


    Michelle Hoover is the cookbook author and blogger behind Unbound Wellness, an online space created to help those with food intolerances enjoy food again. She's also a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. At 17 years old, Michelle was diagnosed with Hashimoto's disease – a chronic autoimmune disease, which was the impetus to start the business she now runs.On this episode Michelle and Sebastian sit down to discuss the autoimmune protocol, simple tips in the kitchen that can make your life feel much easier, as well as how to adjust when it comes to diet adjustments.

    From General Practice to Hollywood Functional Medicine with Dr. Olivia Lesslar | Episode 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 70:21


    Dr Olivia deems herself as a “generalist” practicing all aspects of medicine, with an interest in complex conditions, mystery illnesses, prevention, bio-hacking and individualized medicine. She works as a Functional Medical Consultant at multiple clinics around the world, and is a partner in Wellgevity in London. She has also garnished the status of celebrity doctor, working with some of the top talent in the world including Chris Hemsworth and Zac Efron. On this episode, Olivia and Sebastian cover topics from general practice, to just how niche a medical specialty can become, the nuances of being in concierge private medicine, and how social media has changed the landscape for medical doctors. Learn More about Olivia Lesslar here:https://www.drolivialesslar.com/@drolivialesslar

    Dietitians vs. Nutritionists, Diets for Diabetics, and Caloric Requirements with Jessica Turton APD | Episode 14

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2023 78:46


    Jessica Turton is an accredited practicing dietitian based in Australia, She has had a special focus in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and has been able to help many of her clients achieve remission. She diverts in her philosophies compared to many other dietitians witth her animal-based approach and sheds a good light on the currentt field of dietetics. On this episode, Sebastian and Jessica discuss the differences between dietitians and nutritionists, Jessica's research on low-carb diets for diabtetes type 1, seed oils, and improper caloric consumption's effects of metabolic health.

    How the Mouth Is Integrally Connected to Overall Health with Dr. Staci Whitman | Episode 13

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 74:47


    Dr. Staci Whitman is a Functional Dentist and expert in oral health as it pertains to total body health and function. She specializes in pedriatic functional/ holisitc dentistry and has dedicate herself to breaking down the barriers that separate the mouth from the rest of the body, that has been taught in conventional medicine. She also owns a Kids Dentistry and is the founder of Happi Floss.She teaches us all about the implications of gum health, cavities, whole foods, fluoride, tongue health and so much more! Stay tuned and listen to the full episode.You can find Dr. Staci Whitman at:@doctor_stacihttps://nopokids.com/https://www.instagram.com/doctor_staci/?hl=en

    Manual Muscle Testing, Intentional Action, Journaling, and Cortisol with Dr. Nicole Huffman | Episode 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2023 52:00


    Dr. Nicole Huffman is a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, who has been in the health and wellness industry for over 16 years and has seen the most miraculous results when collectively healing the mind, body and spirit.She has a lot of tools in her tool box when searching for the root cause and among her favorites is manual muscle testing. It's an invaluable tool that let's her communicate with the patient's body and energy as to what their body needs in that moment - and provide a truly individualized approachOn this Episode, we discuss the ins and out of manual muscle testing, hormonal health and cortisol, as well as mind-body practices such as journaling and meditation. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did.https://www.drnicolehuffman.com/

    The Truth About Nights Owls, Cortisol Rhythm, Nutrient Deficiencies, & Exercising with Autoimmunity and More with Dr. Stacy Baker

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2022 49:56


    Dr. Stacy is a Traditional Naturopath who specializes in Functional Medicine. After suffering from chronic illness for most of her own life, she finally found relief in using a holistic approach to regain her health and correct her imbalances. Discovering Functional Medicine has been life-changing and she has set forth to help as many people as possible regain their health and with that, their quality of life. Dr. Stacy has been in the health and wellness sphere for close to 15 years, she holds several Functional Medicine Certifications, a Master's in Holistic Nutrition, and is constantly finding new ways to learn and grow more so that she can continue to support not only her own health but the health of her patients in her practice, Vibe Wellness.

    Daniel Debaun: The True EMF Impacts from a Telecommunications Expert | Episode 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 50:37


    Daniel Debaun is an EMF expert and founder of DefenderShield. He began his journey in the research development side of a major telecommunications network and was responsible for creating standards. On this episode he shares his discoveries on the impacts of EMFs while working in the telecommunications industry, the various forms EMFs carry, blue light's effect on melatonin, and how to reduce your exposure to these frequencies.If you are interested in checking out DefenderShield's top EMF technology, head to their website https://defendershield.com/ and use CHRONICHEALTH10 for 10% off your order!

    Paola Xhuli: Building New Habits, Trauma & Purpose in Healing, Parasites, and More | Episode 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2022 56:14


    Paola is a Functional Nutritionist, Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, and Detox Specialist that specializes in stimulating the body's natural self-healing and self-regulating mechanisms to tackle health issues and symptoms. Her main research focus areas are mitochondrial health, gut health, parasites, drainage & detox, and hormonal imbalances.She works with clients worldwide to identify gaps in their nutrition and lifestyle that are keeping them sick and unable to live life like the high-performing humans they are meant to be. She empowers them to discover a guiltless relationship with food, recharge and maintain optimal energy levels with practical tips.

    Dr. Christine Bishara: Fasting, Gut Health, and Immunoregulation of the Gut | Episode 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2022 50:14


    Christine Bishara, MD is the founder of From Within Medical, a medical wellness practice that places emphasis on the mind-body and gut-brain axis to prevent and manage disease. Dr. Bishara is a recognised wellness and weight loss expert, as well as a medical contributor to The Huffington Post, Shape magazine and more. She is Board certified in Internal Medicine and is certified in Integrative Medical Weight Loss.Dr. Bishara is a published author of a scientific article linking gut flora imbalances to COVID-19 – the first discovery of its kind.Dr. Christine Bishara left the western medical system and opened her own clinic to serve her clients battling with chronic conditions. She talks about her own personal journey with obesity and how she's been able to serve others through that experience.She was also involved in a study observing COVID and discrepancies in the gut microbiomes of patients.Fasting Blog:https://doctorchristineb.blogspot.com/2020/05/benefits-of-intermittent-and-prolonged.html?m=1

    Dr. Kristina Telhami: The Nonlinear Path to Becoming a Functional Med Doctor | Episode 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 60:46


    On this episode we are joined by Dr. Kristina Telhami who is a Doctor of Pharmacy, Functional Medicine Specialist, and an Integrative Health Practitioner. She walks us through what her journey looked like to get where she is today, her battle with health conditions, supplementations versus pharmaceuticals and more!She chose a path less traveled in the holistic health space by becoming a Doctor of Pharmacy, but this has set her aside from many practitioners as she has extensive knowledge on pharmaceuticals and how to help clients come off them in a safe, effective way.

    James Connolly: The Industrial Revolution's Impact on Food, Behind the Scenes of Sacred Cow, and the Plant-based Movement | Episode 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2022 91:03


    James Connolly is an artist, chef, non-profit founder and documentary film producer with Archer Gray Productions. He co-founded The Bubble Foundation, a non-profit focused on issues of wellness and food insecurity in inner-city public schools. The documentary film production team at Archer Gray Productions has produced films from Transmilitary, a film that explores equal opportunity and discrimination for the over fifteen thousand active duty transgender soldiers serving in the military to Michael Moore's latest documentary, Where to Invade Next, where Moore explores issues like mass incarceration, school food, criminal justice and student debt.James' most recent film is Sacred Cow: The Nutritional, Environmental and Ethical Case for Better Meat, directed by Diana Rodgers.

    Dr. Chelsea Azarcon: How to Become Your Own Doctor | Episode 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 49:40


    On this episode, Dr. Chelsea shares with us her personal journey with chronic illness, some of the steps she took towards healing, what the spectrum of disease looks like, and mostly importantly how to become your own doctor.Dr. Chelsea Azarcon is an Naturopathic doctor who specializes in tough cases and identifies hidden triggers such as Lyme's disease, mold, and other stealth infections.She found her passion, as someone who actually has struggled with quite a few chronic health conditions herself since she was born. This led her down the less traditional route towards functional medicine. To learn more about Chelsea, check her out on Instagram! @naturallydrchelseaChelsea's new book, Losing You, Finding Me: https://www.chelseaazarcon.com/shopChelsea's Insomnia Ebook: https://www.chelseaazarcon.com/product-page/sleep-e-book

    Erika Bloom: Understanding the Full Scope of "Movement as Medicine" | Episode 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 53:41


    On this episode, Erika shows Sebastian the checks and balances that come into play when the body is dealing with structural imbalances. At 19, Erika moved to New York City to continue a career in post-modern dance. After suffering a back injury and autoimmune disorder, she began to re-evaluate her relationship with her own wellness. She began exploring alternative types of movement, functional medicine and eastern philosophies and found a wealth of knowledge that provided deep relief. She turned to science-based bodywork like Structural Integration and Zero Balancing. Erika has helped manage the holistic health of thousands of clients. With a focus on the integrity of education, she opened a certification school in 2010, and created the comprehensive 600+ hour Erika Bloom Method Certification Course. Now, Erika and her instructors have grown this global brand to serve as trusted, supportive health experts through their in-person sessions at Erika Bloom Studios in Los Angeles, the Hamptons, and Turks and Caicos as well as through the launching of the Erika Bloom Digital Membership and virtual private sessions.

    Dr. Chris Motley: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective on Energy in the Body | Episode 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 54:02


    On this Episode, Dr. Chris Motley sits down with founder, Sebastian to provide a fresh or should we say, "Ancient Chinese" perspective to energy and how it works with the meridians in the body. He shares the story of his Korean lineage and lays the groundwork for what these older practices like acupuncture and chiropractic care are and their whole body approach, in contrast to western medicine.Dr. Christopher Motley holds a Doctorate in Chiropractic from Logan University and has been in full-time practice for over 15 years. His has two office locations: one located in the heart of Nashville and the other in Franklin, Tennessee. He works with in-person patients and virtual patient consults from around the world, focusing on kinesiology, bio-feedback therapy, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) techniques and treatment paths of acupuncture, bodywork, supplementation, surgery, rehab, or medications. Dr. Motley sees patients of all ages ranging from 1 day old to 96 years of age. Helping individuals with Lyme disease, liver methylation, parasites, SIBO, viral infection, hormones, fertility, and emotions related to these conditions is a passion of his, as well as educating both online and in person. He is certified in acupuncture, applied kinesiology, clinical kinesiology, and holistic methylation therapy.Dr. Christopher Motley holds a Doctorate in Chiropractic from Logan University and is certified in acupuncture, applied kinesiology, clinical kinesiology, and holistic methylation therapy. He works with in-person patients outside of Nashville, TN and virtual patient consults from around the world. Through bio-feedback therapy, supplementation, emotional work, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) techniques, he helps individuals with Lyme disease, liver methylation, parasites, SIBO, viral infection, hormones, and fertility issues achieve vibrant health.

    Dr. Bill Schindler: The Technology & Tradition of The Human Diet | Episode 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2022 62:37


    Dr. Bill Schindler is the author of Eat Like a Human: Nourishing Foods and Ancient Ways of Cooking to Revolutionize Your Health and is an internationally known archaeologist, primitive technologist, and chef. He founded and directs the Eastern Shore Food Lab with a mission to preserve and revive ancestral dietary approaches to create a nourishing, ethical, and sustainable food system and, along with his wife, Christina operate the Modern Stone Age Kitchen, a foodery designed to provide nourishing food created using ancestral approaches maximizing safety, nutrient density and bioavailability to the community. His work is currently the focus of Wired magazine's YouTube series, Basic Instincts and Food Science, and he co-starred in the National Geographic Channel series The Great Human Race, which aired in 2016 in 171 countries.

    Dr. Will Cole: The Current State of Health, Inflammation & the Core Foods to Avoid | Episode 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 53:42


    Dr. Will Cole is a leading functional medicine expert who consults people around the world via webcam, having started one of the first functional medicine telehealth centers in the world. Named one of the top 50 functional and integrative doctors in the nation, Cole specializes in clinically investigating underlying factors of chronic disease and customizing a functional medicine approach for thyroid issues, autoimmune conditions, hormonal imbalances, digestive disorders, and brain problems.He is also the host of the popular The Art of Being Well podcast and bestselling author of Ketotarian, The Inflammation Spectrum, and the New York Times bestseller Intuitive Fasting.

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