Health Sucks Podcast

Join us once again at Health Sucks, with a return of a favorite guest, Nick Pannella! Dr. Pannella and his wife have now been running a mobile chiropractic business (Axon Health) for one year, and acquired a lot of knowledge when it comes to owning a profitable business, which is discussed in this podcast. This discussion was very mind opening for me and I hope it can be to you as well. This podcast was created especially for those interested in the chiropractic profession especially as a small business owner! From comparing clinic chiropractic care to real world chiropractic care. We are all in this journey together, discussion is a must in order to progress the credibility of this profession. The following topics were discussed in this podcast: BusinessBrick and Mortar Vs. Mobile PracticeAssociateship BNILoan RepaymentSavingChiro's vs. Chiro'sSalaryEthical Treatment?Crack n WackChanging Philosophy Time spent W/ patientDon Murphy CRISPLow Back DisordersPatient Anecdote

Join us at Health Sucks, once again as we continue this conversation on the current Health Crisis in America! This time we get to discover the perception and knowledge of an internal medical assistant. Not only is this next guest my number one Medical Assistant to ask internal medical questions, but she's also been number one in my heart the last 5 years of my life. Help welcome my girlfriend, Alexandra Carpenter; she spent most of her life dedicated to helping people on the field as an athlete, and has now dedicated the rest of her life to helping people in the field as a medical assistant and perhaps a future healthcare professional. Gain some insight on what's currently going on in the world, form the perspective of two educated people on opposite ends of the medical spectrum (Palliative Vs. Allopathic). The following topics were discussed:What is Health Sucks again?Who is Alexandra?What's going on in the world? What is science?What should we follow?Research MethodsConfusing ResearchFunded ResearchHealth CrisisFollowing Articles were discussed or referenced in some form:         -SARS-CoV-2 infection induces long-lived bone marrow plasma cells in humans-1. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cmet.2021.01.016 Diabetes, obesity, metabolism, and SARS-CoV-2 infection: the end of the beginning2.  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejim.2020.04.037 The pivotal link between ACE2 deficiency and SARS-CoV-2 infection 3. https://doi.org/10.2337/db20-0669 Expression of ACE2, the SARS-CoV-2 Receptor, in Lung Tissue of Patients With Type 2 Diabetes4. 10.1016/j.metabol.2020.154254 Letter to the Editor: Mechanisms of increased morbidity and mortality of SARS-CoV-2 infection in individuals with diabetes: what this means for an effective management strategy5. Considering the Effects of Microbiome and Diet on SARS-CoV-2 Infection: Nanotechnology Roles.6. Means, C. (2020). Letter to the Editor: Mechanisms of increased morbidity and mortality of SARS-CoV-2 infection in individuals with diabetes: what this means for an effective management strategy. Metabolism, 108, 154254. 7.Cano, E., Campioli, C. C., & O'Horo, J. C. (2021). Nasopharyngeal SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA shedding in patients with diabetes mellitus. Endocrine, 71(1), 26-27. 8.Hodgson, S. H., Mansatta, K., Mallett, G., Harris, V., Emary, K., & Pollard, A. J. (2021). What defines an efficacious COVID-19 vaccine? A review of the challenges assessing the clinical efficacy of vaccines against SARS-CoV-2. The Lancet. Infectious diseases, 21(2), e26–e35. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1473-3099(20)30773-8

Join us again at Health Sucks, as Troy and I return to talk about the non-sense going on in the world right now. Some will not understand our stance because they don't understand the complexity of the situation, and that is ok. Others will choose to ignore our point of view and speak against it anyway. if you're willing to challenge our point of view please E-mail us at Research.Healthsucks@Gmail.com to set up an interview.  Health is complex, which is why we don't need more political debates in the future but more PUBLIC DISCUSSIONS among our healthcare officials. Enjoy this podcast and if you'd actually like links to more research please E-mail me at Research.Healthsucks@gmail.com. Just remember this, SCIENCE is not about silencing healthcare professionals with a different perspective or different beliefs. SCIENCE is not a faith based practice, please don't just BELIEVE in it. SCIENCE is about investigating and forming questions which can be studied objectively. Here is to figuring out who are our Trustworthy sources in which we can trust. Remember, this is never meant to be taken as medical advice, always consult with your healthcare practitioner for any medical advice. -

Join us at Health Sucks for another exciting discussion about health and chiropractic. Although, this time I'm doing it a bit different with my main man at Palmer, Troy Barton! Not only will you learn more about this family man, but you'll hear about the GOOD and the BAD that both of us experienced while attending graduate school as a chiropractic student! This discussion was so great that I decided it would be best to split into TWO parts ;).. So Come back next week to hear some more wild facts about health and COVID-19  (SARS Cov2). 

Join us at Health Sucks yet again as we continue this health journey. Today I spoke about personal experiences and my reasoning for wanting to empower people with more knowledge. A owe a major contribution to Dr. David Seaman, DC, MS for writing the book, "The DeFlame Diet for Immune Health". I'm grateful that I'm able to continue this journey by compiling the books and research articles that are left out of the main stream media. Here is to questioning the things you've been told.. may we all do the right thing and try to leave this earth better than when we found it. A major discussion highlight for today is that of pro-inflammatory diets vs an anti-inflammatory diets, which both have different affects on the immune system and overall health.

Join us once again at Health Sucks, as I bring on another smart and influential guest, Raul Axtmayer! This is one smart chiropractic student who is originally from Puerto Rico and decided NOT to become a medical doctor like his parents, but rather Raul had a passion for musculoskeletal conditions and decided along his journey (with his own skepticism)  that chiropractic would help him get another step closer to his passion, and another step closer to helping individuals become stronger and healthier humans. Be sure to tune in to listen to the following discussed topics:Why chiropractic?Helping othersFollowing ResearchRehabMSK ProfessionalsNOT trained enoughEducation?Pathology RecognitionMemoryChanges to academia?Mis-DiagnosisStatisticsBenefits to research understandingEthicalScientific methodKISS (keep it simple stupid)PAINQuestion everythingPill Vs. Adjustment

Join us at Health Sucks for yet another great chiropractic discussion. This time we had the honor of bringing on Dr. Nick Pannella,  a great friend and mentor which I acquainted with  through my time at Palmer College of Chiropractic. Nick is as real as they come, he does not run away from his fears and he is not afraid to have a controversial discussion! People will continue to judge us no matter what in life, focus on your passions and do not worry about other people. Topics included in this discussion include but not are limited to:  Why Chiropractic?PT?Academicsjudgement Irrational BeliefsRespectDoctor Patient relationshipMobile chiropracticOrigin of chiropracticKnowledge Perseverance Major reward without major risk?

Join us at Health Sucks, as we continue this health journey! It is true that chiropractic suffers from internal conflicts that further divides us as a profession.. Although, I have a goal of creating unity within this profession by reminding one another that we have the SAME GOAL: To get people better through holistic non-invasive treatments.. Now is the time to learn from one another and listen to what makes each one of us different, so that we can better understand what makes us stand out as the leaders in holistic healthcare. Enjoy another chiropractic discussion with the one and only, Brandon Parker! Remember, Health Sucks but knowledge is power, let's talk about it!Topics included in this discussion:What/Why Chiropractic?M.D. VS D.C.BPS (Bio-Psycho-Social)Doctor Patient RelationshipCommunication/Listening SkillsActive vs. Passive CopingModalities EfficacyStability/MobilityStrength & Rehab Self EfficacyAccountabilityFuture Goals

Join us at health sucks as we continue this journey to better understand the chiropractic profession as well as all things health. Todays guest is Junior acevedo who is someone that once thought chiropractic did NOT hold any place in medicine, until he started doing more philosophical research and seeing miracles... Topics include but are not limited to :Chiropractic as a profession?Chiropractic Identity/educationUpper cervical care?Miracles?PlaceboBone on Bone theory?Doctor Patient RelationshipKairos?

YOU'RE ONE CLICK AWAY FROM JOINING THE HEALTH SUCKS JOURNEY!!!Remember that this is your life, and you are the artist! every choice you make is another stroke of the brush, and in the end the picture you make is up to you. All I can do to aid in this process is share the information and knowledge you wouldn't otherwise receive from the  MAIN STREAM MEDIA! After this discussion we will be diving deeper into health topics as we learn about others in the chiropractic profession! The following topics will be covered in todays episode:COVID VS. VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY, BLOOD CLOTS, VACCINES, EFFICACY , BACTERIA, TERRAIN THEORY, MELANIN, ECHINACEA (CONE FLOWER), FUNDING RESEARCH, MULTIVITAMINS, EXERCISE, LIFESTYLE, CHOICES, QUOTES FROM HEALTH EXPERTS, MORE PERSONAL OPINIONS (not medical advice, seek your PCP for medical advice).REFERENCES:Mahmudpour, M., Roozbeh, J., Keshavarz, M., Farrokhi, S., & Nabipour, I. (2020). COVID-19 cytokine storm: The anger of inflammation. Cytokine, 155151. https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/blood-differential/Rondanelli, M., Miccono, A., Lamburghini, S., Avanzato, I., Riva, A., Allegrini, P., ... & Perna, S. (2018). Self-care for common colds: the pivotal role of vitamin D, vitamin C, zinc, and echinacea in three main immune interactive clusters (physical barriers, innate and adaptive immunity) involved during an episode of common colds—practical advice on dosages and on the time to take these nutrients/botanicals in order to prevent or treat common colds. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2018.Ross, S. M. (2016). Echinacea purpurea: A Proprietary Extract of: Echinacea purpurea: Is Shown to be Safe and Effective in the Prevention of the Common Cold. Holistic nursing practice, 30(1), 54-57.Meeran, M. N., Javed, H., Sharma, C., Goyal, S. N., Kumar, S., Jha, N. K., & Ojha, S. (2021). Can Echinacea be a potential candidate to target immunity, inflammation, and infection-The trinity of coronavirus disease 2019. Heliyon, 7(2), e05990.

Join your host, John Prevost as we reboot this Health Journey the RIGHT way!! I promised myself last year to be consistent and I failed to do so, although, I only have one year left at PALMER college of chiropractic so I decided late is better than never. If you enjoy this episode about who I am and how I feel about what is happening in the world right now, then stay tuned for part 2!! Remember I am just a student trying to think logically through this world, my brain is always open for enlightenment.. This is not medical advice please seek your PCP for medical advice. As always do your own DD and research, research, research!! What is discussed in this episode: Who am I?What is Health Sucks about?What is Health?What is SARS-COV2? What is Systems Approach?Why a Health Problem and NOT a viral one? REFERENCES: - Seaman D. The Deflame Diet for Immune Health. Shadow Panther Press , 25 January 2021-CDC website: People who are at higher risk for severe illness. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/people-at-higher-risk.html-Zumla A, Maeurer M. Host-directed therapies for tackling multi-drug resistant tuberculosis: learning from the Pasteur-Bechamp debates. Clin Infect Dis. 2015: 61:1432-38-Verdecchia P, Cavallini C, Sapnevellow A, Angeli F. The pivotal link between ACE2 deficiency and SARS-COV-2 infection. Eur J Intern Med. April 20, 2020-Ceriello A. Hyperglycemia and the worse prognosis of COVID-19. why a fast glucose control should be mandatory. Diabetes Res Clin Pract. 2020; 163:108186.-Illi PC, Stefanescu S, Smith L. The role of Vitamin D in the prevention of corona virus disease 2019 infections and mortality. Aging Clin Exper Res. 2020; May 6:1-4. - Phillips MI,  Kagiyama S. Angiotensin II as a pro-inflammatory mediator. Curr Opin Investig Drugs. 2002; 3:569-77. - https://youtu.be/ha2mLz-Xdpg - https://youtu.be/oA-fTaGadyc-https://youtu.be/OY8QV7lnFFo

Join myself on another episode of Quarantine and Personal hardships, I mean Grad life and NBCE Review.. Life is tough, but we can't stop. If you don't walk away with anything then just remember the following: A Ventricular Septal defect is the most common congenital defect of a newborn. This is often seen as apart of Fallet's Tetralogy, remembered by using the pneumonic; D extra Position of AortaR ight Ventricular HypertrophyI nterventricular Septal Defect P ulmonary stenosis

Join us once again, for another discussion on Spinal Anatomy. Today we focus mainly on the differentiation between the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) and Autonomic Nervous System (ANS). Stay motivated and listen with intent but don't be discouraged if some things don't make sense, it will one day. Knowledge is power and health sucks, let's talk about it.

Join this review session, and catalyze your learning potential with weekly reviews and updates. This week, Troy and I are reviewing Spinal Anatomy and in addition we are creating educational videos to follow along. The goal is to give you a highlight of what we must know for Spinal Anatomy and give you a better understanding of the following topics: - Vertebral Column-Spinal Cord-Brain-Cranial Nerves - Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)

Join troy and myself as we try our best to maintain distance and keeping this learning grind up. In this new series we start off by introducing how our current courses are going and sharing what we learn in classes such as Active Care. After this we will continue by highlighting important topics that will most likely be covered on NBCE. Regardless of your profession, gaining further knowledge in topics such as General Anatomy can help you in many situations. Topics included in this Podcast:1. What is expected of Q7 Chiropractic Students2. General Anatomy Review - Bones - Important Muscles - Joint Classification - Brachial Plexus Highlights - Clinical Presentation

Join us, as we continue this health journey in Quarantine! The next venture for this podcast is going to give you guys a more detailed look at what life is like for a chiropractic student. What can you get out of this series: -Knowledge on what graduate programs expect of students-Learn about the NBCE and Importance of preparing for such exams.-Learn about Orthopedics and DDx (How can these help us as future clinicians?)- Each week there will be a discussion on NBCE Board material, my purpose is to create highlights of important material that may pertain to Part 1 NBCE. (Topics included: General Anatomy, Spinal Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Pathology)

Roughly 122,000 Reported Cases of Corona Virus as of 03/29/20 What is the Corona virus (NCOV-19,SARS, MERS,) and how are helping spread and or contain this virus? Is this virus as deadly as they say? How does it hold up compared to other Viral Pandemics? Tune in, as Mathew and I attempt to figure this out. You know we couldn't resist bringing Chiropractic and other Healthcare Professions into the discussion as well. WHAT DO WE DO? (FYI: Discussion based on statistics before 03/27/20. Follow Link to stay up to date with: CDC Stats,)

AAAAAnnnndd JUST LIKE THAT, WE ARE DONE.. Four chapters covered in just under 50 Minutes, Come learn about the following with us: GENITOURINARY PATHOLOGIES ENDOCRINE PATHOLOGYBLOOD AND LYMPHATICBREAST & SKIN PATHOLOGY

BACK AT IT, once again for another Pathology discussion.. Join myself and sir, "tado," as we discuss the following topics: - Cardiovascular Disorders- Respiratory Disorders- GastroIntestinal DisordersDisclaimer: For Educational/Entertainment purposes only, NOT medical advice.(we may have said we were covering blood and lymph but that will be included in the next one!) Reference: Pathology Review (3rd Ed) JR LaRose

Join us for part 2 of this exciting Pathology Review as we discuss Nervous System Pathology and Musculoskeletal Disorders. Topics to be discussed are as follows: Nervous System Pathology- Neural Tube Defects- Dandy-Walker Syndrome- Arnold-Chiari- Subdural vs. Epidural Hematoma - Huntington's Chorea vs. Alzheimer's- Parkinson's Disease- Neurofibromatosis- Tay-Sachs- Retinoblastoma- Glioblastoma Multiforme Musculoskeletal Pathology- Osteomalacia- Giant Cell Tumor- Seronegative Arthropathy (PEAR)- Lyme Disease- Osteosarcoma vs. Osteomyelitis - Gout- Dermatomyositis- Osteochondroma - DISH- Avascular Necrosis- Bell's PalsyREFERENCE: Pathology Review (3rd Edition) JR LaRose

Join Matt Hurttado and myself for part 1 of 2 Pathology Review. The following review will be pertaining to the material covered for our 2nd Lecture Exam, which is as follows;Genetic and Chromosomal Disorders- Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome)- KlineFelter's Syndrome- Turner Syndrome - Autosomal Dominant Vs. Recessive - Sickle Cell Disease Vs. Sickle Cell Trait- Glycogen Vs. Lysosomal Storage Disorders- X-Linked DisordersImmune Disorders- I-IV Hypersensitivity Reactions ( A-llergy C-ytotoxic I-mmune complex D-elayed)- MHC Classes- Heat Shock Proteins- Human Leukocyte Antigen- Crest Syndrome (C-alcinosis Cutis R-aynauds E-sophageal dysmolity S-clerodactyly T-elangiectesia)- Four Phases of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)Reference: Pathology Review (3rd Edition) JR LaRose (For educational/entertainment purposes only, NOT medical advice.)

Join Matthew Hurttado and myself for another episode, covering not one, but TWO chapters in just under 35 minutes. PATHOLOGY SUCKS! LET'S TALK ABOUT IT.Reference: Pathology Review (3rd Edition) JR LaRoseTopics Included: Hemodynamic- Edema- Oncotic vs. Osmotic Pressure- Thrombus - Embolus - Arteriosclerosis vs. Atherosclerosis- Sites of LesionEnvironmental and Nutritional Diseases- Vitamin Deficiencies- B1 (Thiamine) B3 (Niacin) B9 (Folate) B12(Cobalamin) - Osteomalacia Vs. Rickets- Iron Deficiency - Wilson's Disease- Lead Poisoning - Obesity

Neoplasia is the term for uncontrolled proliferation of cells. Neoplasia can be classified by the behavior, the tissue of origin and the degree of differentiation of the tissue. Let's Talk about! ...Topics Included;- Behavior (Benign vs. Malignant) - Degree of Differentiation- Tissue of Origin- MELTS (Benign 'Oma' Exceptions) - Tumor Markers- Pathogenesis of Cancer - Cancer Suppressor Gene Inactivation- Carcinogens - Cancer Incidence Reference: Pathology Review (3rd Edition) J.R. LaRose

Healing and repair go hand-in-hand. Healing can be defined as process of restoration to normal structure and function. Repair is defined as to remedy, replace or heal as in a wound or a lost part. Join this discussion on Healing and repair and let's talk about it..Topics: - Process of Healing - Cell Types- Repair by C.T.- Granulation of Tissue- Phases of tissue healing- Normal Wound Healing- Factors Affecting Healing- Diabetic Gangrene- Gas Gangrene- Bone FracturesReference: Pathology Review (3rd Edition) J.R. La Rose

Inflammation is a complex reaction arising in vascularized connective tissue in response to an injury or injurious agent. Join Me, myself, and I and let's talk about Inflammation.Topics Covered: -Causes of Inflammation-Location-Cardinal Features-Exudates-Pathogenesis of heat and redness. -Cellular Response- Type I-IV Hypersensitivities- Acute Phase Inflammation- Chronic Inflammation - Outcomes

Join the discussion on Pathology and get ready to learn a lot! we are going to be doing a new series of episodes focusing on Pathology. We will discuss how diseases develop and will go through clinical cases that are provided by Dr. La Rose textbook, Pathology Review.- What is Pathology? (Study of Suffering?) - Who is JR La Rose? (Our insanely smart professor) - How does cell injury occur? ( Physical agents , Chemical agents, Nutritional Imbalances, etc.)- What is Necrosis Vs. Apoptosis? ( One is Programmed cell death and one is NOT!)

Join us on the continuous journey to better understand our health by taking a closer look at our diet.

Join us as we talk about what it takes to be a chiropractic student, and see how we line up with other healthcare professions. If you're thinking about a career in Health Sciences or even Chiropractic, This may be the episode you want to hear. Be prepared for a lot of questions as we dive into mental health as well.

10 Minutes after recording this episode, I received a much needed call from my own mother. As unexpected as the topic of this video, she too was looking for a way to deal with the stressors in her life. In the end, aren't we all? let's face it; life will never stop throwing obstacles at us and the only way you can truly change a situation is by changing the way you react to that situation. How do we do that? Perhaps, we can find out next time..

What is it about the gut feeling you know you should be following? Is there more to our digestive tract than just absorption of nutrients and passing of feces? Join us, (Troy & John) as we take a deeper look into the ENS and learn more about its role in not only gut health, but Mental health as well. Find out exactly why "Scientists" define the ENS as our 2nd brain.

Join John Prevost, and special guest Mike Rabito (Constituent and meditation enthusiast), as this interview based discussion on Meditation and brings you to the NOW. You don't even have to listen to this one, just be present.

Join John and fellow classmate Troy Barton as they begin to investigate the powers of the human brain via the placebo effect. Using pre existing research we will attempt to learn just how the placebo seems to work, and how the Pharmaceutical companies use them. It is also important that we also discuss how the Placebo (Latin= I will Please) vs. the Nocebo (Latin= to harm) plays a role in the Chiropractic Profession. Without further ado, Click that play button and let's talk about it. Research used for this podcast can be found at the following links: Labeling of Medication and Placebo Alters the Outcome of Episodic Migraine AttacksSham Surgery Controls in Parkinson Disease Clinical Trials: Views of ParticipantsTEDMED 2014: Ted Kaptchuk Anti Depressants and the Placebo Effect

Join John and special guest Matt Hurtado as our HealthSucks journey begins. We did not waste any time; this episode may require a pen and a note pad (sort of kidding), as we dive straight into how to start conducting your own research! If you want to be able to investigate research much like the healthcare professionals, then this may be the podcast for you! Click to follow along: FABO research article for listeners to download at a convenient time. I have also Included a link that the World Health Organization (WHO) shared with us on Ending Childhood Obesity Gain more access by clicking: Health Sucks FB (GREAT EPISODE FOR ASPIRING RESEARCHER)