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Your doctor tells you “you’re normal, you’re fine,” or “this medication will solve the problem.” But, there’s a problem with the problem, because you don’t feel “fine” and part of you knows that there must be another way to look at “the problem”. Your health deserves a 2nd opinion. Join Dr. Dave & D…

Drs. Kara Dionisio & David Miller, ND

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    193: OPTIMIZING YOUR ZZZ's -- Don't Sleep on the Benefits of a Good Night's Slumber

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 19:41


    There is no ailment that a good night's sleep can't help. Dr. Michelle ND goes solo this week and discusses the relationship she sees between stress and sleep, and how much of the time melatonin isn't the miracle cure we want it to be.The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    192: UNPACKING P.O.T.S. -- Cardiovascular Symptoms Rooted in Dysautonomia

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 36:31


    Join us this week as we dive into the complexities of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (P.O.T.S.) with Dr. Carissa Doherty, ND. Dr. Doherty ND sheds light on the different types of P.O.T.S. and how the COVID-19 pandemic has increased awareness of this often under-recognized condition. Discover how Long COVID has brought POTS-like symptoms, such as orthostatic intolerance, into the spotlight and what this means for patients and healthcare providers alike.The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    191: LACTOFERRIN — Nature's Anti-inflammatory and Antimicrobial

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 26:25


    Discover the remarkable properties of lactoferrin, a powerful protein derived from colostrum and mammalian milk, celebrated for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. Uncover how this multifunctional compound supports iron metabolism and its clinical applications in enhancing health and combating infections.The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    190: NUTRIENT SPOTLIGHT -- DISCUSSING THE ABSORPTION, LAB TESTING AND BENEFITS OF VITAMIN B12

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 27:37


    In this episode, Dave and Michelle explore the intricacies of Vitamin B12 absorption, its critical role in methylation, cell division, DNA synthesis, lab testing, and numerous health benefits. Learn about the symptoms of B12 deficiency, including glossitis, fatigue, and neurological issues, along with the different forms of B12 supplements, accurate testing, dietary sources, and tips to optimize your B12 levels and overall well-being.The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    189: MICROBIAL SOCIAL NETWORKING -- Microbial Communication, Signalling and Regulation Through Quorum-Sensing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 27:46


    Microbes can work work together .... if the conditions are favourable for cooperation. An understanding of quorum sensing offers new perspectives, and thus, treatment perspectives that may decrease disease severity without contributing to antibiotic resistance. The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    188: PHYTONUTRIENT PHENOMENON -- Raising Awareness of the Health Benefits of Black Seed Oil

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 16:44


    A short and sweet episode with Dr. Michelle ND about Black Seed Oil, with special emphasis on its anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory actions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    187: THE GASTRO-COLIC REFLEX -- Is Pooping After Coffee Normal?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 9:08


    Do you or someone you know poop right after eating or drinking a coffee? Like other reflexes, this one is not pathological, but you've got to get the balance right. And yes, even decaf coffee may poo-tentiate your gastro-colic experience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    186: Sh*t My ND Says (Every ... single ... day) -- The Foundations Such as Protein, Sleep, Stomach, Hydration etc.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 55:16


    An organic episode (that was supposed to be brief) with Drs. Dave and Michelle ND discuss the foundations of naturopathic medicine that we speak about with EVERY SINGLE PATIENT and touch on EVERY SINGLE DAY. It is a good summary episode that can help you prepare for a naturopathic journey, either as a patient or a new practitioner.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    185: TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLE POOPING -- How to Address Your Constipation

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 20:48


    No two cases are the exact same -- there are many possible reasons for your constipation. This week Dr. David Miller ND walks you through some of the many reasons you can't poo. The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    184: DIGESTIVE DISEQUILIBRIUM -- Sensitivities as a Reflection of Disharmony Between the Food and the System Itself

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2024 24:25


    Why isn't everyone allergic to the same things? Why doesn't everyone have the same sense of humour? Why does the same chemical compound cause different downstream physiological effects? All these situations above are related to the concept of 'receptor dependence'. The same stimulus can cause different reactions in different 'receptors', be they transmembrane proteins in the stomach or 'triggers' for sensitive persons with differing levels of 'tolerance' for 'bad jokes'. In naturopathic medicine, we often put greater emphasis on the FOOD while putting less skilful or comprehensive emphasis on the condition of the RECEIVER (cells, receptors, tissues -- the 'tolerance' of the person in terms of the digestive system or neuro-immune reactivity etc.). This is partly because very few people (clinicians) can skilfully assess the abdominal structures and therefore, we don't have a well-known and reliable way to assess the MACRO structures of the abdomen, although we have some fairly well-known concepts (i.e. leaky gut) that inform us of the MICRO structures of the gut.The impact of this disproportional 'blame' on the food rather than the system leads to an emphasis on restrictive and often unsustainable diet plans.Sometimes the food is more of the problem (e.g. gluten in celiac disease); sometimes the system is more to blame (e.g. leaky gut or sphincter of Oddi dysfunction) ... but it is always the interaction of the two that is the problem.The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    183: MUSCLES AND MOVEMENT -- Exercise is Not a Punishment, it's a Celebration of Strength and Resiliency

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 29:07


    Exercise isn't just about weight loss; it shouldn't be a punishment for what you ate the day before. Exercise should be a celebration of what your body is capable of doing, it's also a way to build resiliency and protect your health. Today's episode is a friendly reminder of the importance of regularly moving your body with intention. The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    182: DEEPER THAN PATHOGENS -- Are Some Microbes Protecting Us Because of Deeper Issues?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 22:21


    Have you ever wondered why some people just keep getting recurring infections that they just can't seem to get ahead of? Perhaps the recurring yeast, fungal or microbial issues aren't the real problem. What if their existence was actually in some way protecting you from a deeper burden that isn't being fully resolved so it keeps the microbes consistently at higher levels?In this week's episode Dr. Michelle, ND discusses what to look deeper for with recurring infections, to better direct your treatment focus in the right direction.The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    181: POST VIRAL SYNDROME -- How to Support the System in the Aftermath of a Viral Infection

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 26:45


    Microbes can kick you when you're down. In a kind of coup-contrecoup phenomenon, post-viral syndromes often expose your weakest system or tissues or structures and may involve mitochondrial dysfunction, dysfunctional brain glymphatic drainage, hypometabolism, and toxin overload, amongst other predisposing physiological conditions. The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    180: GREEN MACHINE -- Unpacking the Power of Blue-Green Algaes Chlorella and Spirulina

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 30:31


    From their nutrient-dense biochemical profile and traditional "Blood-building" capacity to some promising hints of clinical effectiveness in anaemia and allergy, Chlorella and Spirulina are intriguing functional foods. This week, Drs. Dave and Michelle try to clear some of the pond scum and get a clearer idea of when these algae may be most clinically useful. The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    179: I Love You, and I'm Stronger than You -- The Importance of Rough-and-Tumble Play for Child Development

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 21:32


    What is rough-and-tumble play (RTP)? What are the effects of RTP on behavioural outcomes? What are the differences between boys and girls? What are the social impacts of RTP? The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional. References:Flanders JL, Leo V, Paquette D, Pihl RO, Séguin JR. Rough-and-tumble play and the regulation of aggression: an observational study of father-child play dyads. Aggress Behav. 2009;35(4):285-295. doi:10.1002/ab.20309Freeman EE, Robinson EL. The Relationship between Father-Child Rough-and-Tumble Play and Children's Working Memory. Children (Basel). 2022;9(7):962. Published 2022 Jun 27. doi:10.3390/children9070962Storli R. Children's Rough-and-Tumble Play in a Supportive Early Childhood Education and Care Environment. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2021 Oct 5;18(19):10469. doi: 10.3390/ijerph181910469. PMID: 34639773; PMCID: PMC8507902.Fletcher, R. , StGeorge, J. , & Freeman, E. (2013). Rough and tumble play quality: Theoretical foundations for a new measure of father–child interaction. Early Child Development and Care, 183(6), 746–759. https://doi.org/10.1080/03004430.2012.723439Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    178: SITUATIONAL GRIEF -- A Case for Clinical Homeopathy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 9:46


    The ideal medicine gives reproducible and reliable results, quickly and without side effects. However, the origin or nature of some conditions is less 'tangible' or straightforward, with significant subjectivity in the patient's experience; such as situational grief, for example.Today's solo episode briefly discusses the rationale for the application of a homoeopathic remedy to grief, loss, breakups, and disappointment. The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    177: HOOP DREAMS -- Fecal Microbiota Transplant: Hype or Hope?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 31:29


    Could the transplantation of a healthy person's poop in an unhealthy person's "hoop" be a game-changer in the treatment of serious gastrointestinal conditions? Is it possible that this treatment extends beyond hype to hope for conditions beyond the loops of the intestines?The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    176: The Ultimate Adaptogen Beyond Stress -- Aswagandha as an Herb for Sleep, Cellular Health, and Neuro-Restoration

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 30:37


    Adaptogens are non-specifically helpful, but some are specifically helpful with a particular affinity for certain processes or organ systems. Drs. Dave and Michelle ND delve into some of the specifics of this rather well-characterized rasayana, also known as Withania somnifera; a herb of particular interest when neuro-inflammation is suspected. The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/that-naturopathic-podcast--4229492/support.

    175: BON VOYAGE -- Arming Your Defenses to Maximize Your Vacation Vibes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 17:14


    Whether you're at home or abroad, the foundations of health like hydration, sleep, detoxification, and nutrition will have a meaningful influence on your overall health resilience. However, the added stressors that you're likely to incur with travel may require special attention to these pillars, as well as some targeted support from homeopathic medicines and supplements, with particular emphasis on gut and immune health. Dr. Michelle ND shares some of her favourite naturopathic travel supports to help you have a bon voyage.The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.

    174: S.E.N.T -- The Link Between the Digestive Tract and Middle Ear Infections

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 13:59


    There are many risk factors for otitis media, a condition which may lead to multiple antibiotic prescriptions and surgical interventions, but there is a stomach condition that is often overlooked in the comprehensive root cause treatment of middle ear infections ... can you guess what it is?

    173: CHRONIC, RECURRING INFECTIONS -- When You Keep Taking Antibiotics But Your Body Really Needs a Different Solution

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 19:19


    If you are experiencing recurring infections that require multiple antibiotic interventions, it should make us give pause to the state of our microbiome. Dr. Michelle ND reminds us of the importance of assessing and treating the terrain -- the "home" of the pathogens, not just the pathogens themselves.

    172: STRUCTURE AND SIMPLICITY -- Practical Insights and Clinical Highlights

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 28:06


    Patients are our best teachers.This week Dr. Michelle and Dr. Dave were inspired to discuss a couple of cases of decreased functional immunity and pancreatic pseudocyst to illustrate the importance of simplicity (whole person health) and structure, respectively.Dr. Dave highly recommends that anyone dealing with pancreatic disorders (especially if unrelated to excessive smoking and drinking) have an assessment with a clinician who practices visceral manipulation (as taught by the Barral Institute) so as to have a better STRUCTURAL understanding of clinically relevant anatomy that could be contributing to this 'idiopathic' condition.

    171: BLOATED HYPE ABOUT SIBO -- Have We Become Hyperfocused on SIBO and Are We Missing Other Key Contributing Factors?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 28:50


    SIBO is a framework, a perspective, a piece of the puzzle in many cases of gastrointestinal disorders that many proactive and health-savvy patients know quite a bit about. From the integrative clinician's perspective, it sounds very 'science-y', has some clear-cut borders, guidelines etc. for assessment and testing and outcomes, and it sounds (maybe a little overly) simple and clear in these respects. But is it a case of "much ado about .... SIBO"?

    170: This is Not Biohacking -- The Skillful Use of Foundational Principles to Allow the Body to Heal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 86:03


    If you're practicing medicine as you were taught in school, Dr. Jon Beatty ND thinks you're probably out of date. Jon is a homesteading naturopathic doctor who is on a mission to bring the FOUNDATIONS back to FUNCTIONAL and NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE. Clinically applying individualized critical foundations is more difficult than drinking your bulletproof coffee, but it's what great naturopaths like Dr. Beatty do almost effortlessly. Enjoy this inspiring conversation with a veritable gem in the Naturopathic world!

    169: NPD - YOU'RE SO VAIN: YOU PROBABLY THINK THIS EPISODE IS ABOUT YOU .... But it's All Somebody Else's Fault

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2023 67:20


    How do you treat people who think there's nothing wrong with them? How do you interact with these often engaging, charismatic people who cannot accept any responsibility or accountability for their actions, while blaming, manipulating, and gaslighting those around them while they try to fill their internal emptiness with an endless 'supply'? Join us as we discuss Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) with a favourite repeat guest, Dr. Talia Marcheggiani ND, RP (Qualifying).

    168: SKIN DEEP -- The Gut-Skin Axis: A Connection That Should Not Be Ignored

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 26:58


    In this podcast, Dr. Dave and Dr. Michelle explore the fascinating interplay between the gut and skin through the intricate gut-skin axis, highlighting the bidirectional communication that influences both our digestive health and skin condition. Delving into the role of the microbiome and emphasizing the importance of stomach acid in a case of eczema, we unravel the connections that underscore the profound impact our gut health can have on the appearance and vitality of our skin.

    167: CARBS AIN'T GONNA CUT IT -- Your First Meal of the Day Matters; Learn How to "Break Your Fast" Correctly

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 19:12


    In this episode, Dr. Michelle ND unravels the significance of a protein-rich breakfast in maintaining balanced blood sugar levels and promoting a resilient nervous system. She discusses why a morning meal centered around protein, complemented by fiber and essential nutrients from fruits or vegetables, is pivotal for sustained energy, mental alertness, and overall health.

    166: BAD BREATH STINKS, LITERALLY: But is it Just a Mouth Issue or Something Deeper?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 28:17


    Halitosis, or bad breath, can originate from various sources, primarily driven by volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs) produced by oral bacteria during the putrefaction of food particles. Mouth breathing exacerbates this issue by reducing saliva flow, allowing bacteria to thrive. While oral causes include poor oral hygiene and gum disease, extraoral factors like diet, systemic diseases, and respiratory conditions contribute to the multifaceted origins of halitosis.The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.

    165: WE CAN DO BETTER -- An Unconventional Approach to Using Conventional Labs

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 33:00


    Clinical biochemistry is critical to a comprehensive assessment of your health, and you probably don't need a DUTCH test or a new-fangled functional medicine test.Dr. Michelle and Dr. Dave discuss the application of 3 fairly 'conventional' lab investigations that can improve the assessment and thus, treatment of the vast majority of patients suffering from long-term chronic conditions, especially those with low energy.The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.

    164: SHUT YO MOUTH -- The Benefits of Mouth Taping and Breathing Through the Nose

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 23:22


    Your nose is a breathing turbocharger.If you don't use it, you lose it.Much like using filtered water, optimizing your air intake will likely impart multiple cell, tissue, organ, and organism-wide health benefits for minimal effort, cost, and energy. The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.

    163: LISTENING WITH YOUR HANDS: Learning About Connections in the Body with Visceral Manipulation

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 33:12


    'Feel first, think later' - Jean-Pierre Barral DO, PT The importance of touch in medicine is underscored by its unique ability to facilitate diagnosis and treatment, offering clinicians a tactile understanding of the body's internal dynamics. Visceral manipulation, as pioneered by Jean-Pierre Barral, enriches this tactile dimension by providing practitioners with skills that provide a world of information that can complement and integrate with the other lenses through which we diagnose and, most importantly, improve our patients' lives.The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.

    162: IT'S THAT TIME OF THE YEAR: Dr. Michelle's Top 5 To Help Survive Cold and Flu Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2023 24:02


    It is officially the season for higher incidences of colds and flus as the months get colder, and we approach winter. The body is awesome and comes with a built-in defense system called the immune system that is designed to fight off infections. But sometimes it still needs a helping hand. In today's episode Dr. Michelle, ND walks you through some of her favourite remedies and practices that assist her body's recovery from the common cold.

    161: TERRAIN OR PATHOGEN?: A Discussion on Managing Post-Infectious IBS

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 25:33


    Post-infectious irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition that can develop in some individuals after recovering from a gastrointestinal infection, such as food poisoning or a bacterial or viral infection. The importance of the patient's pre-existing health or terrain lies in the fact that individuals with a compromised or already sensitive gastrointestinal system may be more susceptible to developing post-infectious IBS. This condition is characterized by persistent digestive symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and bloating and underscores the need for comprehensive care and monitoring of the patient's digestive health both before and after an infection to prevent and manage such issues effectively.

    160: A HAIRY SITUATION -- The Long and the Short of it When it Comes to Hair Loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 43:23


    What is just as terrifying as a myocardial infarction? Female Pattern Hair Loss, apparently. But is hair loss the problem, or is it a symptom?Explore the mysteries of Female Pattern Hair Loss, from its enigmatic causes to its impact on women's lives. Delve into the environmental factors and clinical aspects that make FPHL a unique challenge for patients and clinicians alike. The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.

    159: IMPROVING PATIENT COMMUNICATION -- Using Analogies in Clinical Practice

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 22:19


    Doctor means teacher, and analogies can be very helpful in communicating different concepts or phenomena to patients.In this episode, we explore the power of analogies in clinical practice, uncovering how healthcare professionals can use relatable comparisons to simplify complex medical concepts for their patients. Join us as we delve into the art of bridging the gap between medical jargon and patient understanding, making healthcare conversations more accessible and relatable.

    158: ANDROGRAPHIS -- Packing a Powerful Punch for Immune Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 34:14


    If a patient presents with ‘heat' or inflammatory symptoms, as well as a suspected infectious origin or contributor to the present condition, we must think of this herbAndrographis paniculata, also known as "King of Bitters," has a rich history in traditional medicine that has been corroborated by more recent scientific investigations into its unequivocal application as an immune-invigorating herb that is most reliably applied to the treatment of ‘heat-related (i.e. inflammation and oxidative stress) respiratory tract infections. It has been studied extensively as a treatment or adjuvant treatment for COVID-19.It is our opinion that this herb is likely more suited to punctuated or pulsed treatment regimens, rather than long-term use.The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.

    157: DRAIN TO GAIN -- The Importance of Drainage Pathways for Correcting Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 38:48


    Join Dr. Michelle ND as she discusses the importance of biotherapeutic drainage, a naturopathic approach that aims to support the body's natural detoxification pathways. It involves the use of homeopathic remedies and botanical extracts to stimulate the excretion of toxins through the liver, kidneys, and other elimination channels. By promoting the proper functioning of these organs and systems, biotherapeutic drainage can enhance the body's ability to remove metabolic waste and environmental toxins, which must be eliminated in order to function optimally.

    156: The Blood Brain Connection -- A Role for Glutathione in RBC Fragility and Neuroinflammation?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 11:57


    There is an axiom in Traditional Chinese Medicine that goes a little something like this: ‘Blood is the mother of Qi, and Qi is the commander of Blood'. They are interdependent, each needing the other to support life on a cellular level. Without blood, the nerve will die, and the blood requires the directing and integrating (yang) influence of the nerves to get to and from where it needs to nourish (yin).Glutathione is thus critical for the biochemical function of the Mother and the Commander, and signs of RBC fragility and neuropathy may be good indications that you may benefit from a highly absorbable glutathione supplement, especially if you suffer from any chronic disease associated with oxidative stress.

    155: Melatonin Part 2 -- More than Meets the Eye

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 29:17


    In this episode we move beyond the “light that meets the eye” perspective of melatonin and integrate this information with additional information on its influence on gastrointestinal, neuroimmune, and mitochondrial health, transcending the myopic association of melatonin with its effects on the pineal gland, sleep, and circadian rhythms.

    154: RHYTHM IS GONNA GET YOU -- Learning to Work with the Monthly Female Rhythm

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 36:02


    Join Dr. Michelle Pobega ND in this enlightening episode as we embark on a journey through the seasons of a woman's menstrual cycle, drawing parallels to nature's own rhythm. Discover how understanding and embracing the four distinct phases can empower you to make the most of your energy, productivity, and lifestyle habits while considering the roles of estrogen, testosterone, and progesterone.

    153: HEALING IS DEEP - Real Healing Goes Beyond the Physical Body

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 19:34


    Join Dr. Michelle Pobega ND in a heartfelt podcast episode as she delves beyond the physical into the multifaceted realms of healing and medicine. With an exploration into trauma, emotional well-being, subconscious belief systems, and quantum healing, Michelle unravels the threads that connect these elements, offering insights into a transformative journey toward holistic restoration and healing.

    152: A Homeopathic for the TIRED and WIRED

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 6:20


    Are you ‘tired and wired', totally exhausted and running on adrenaline? This very brief episode (about 6 mins) talks about the use of a homeopathic remedy, Argentum nitricum, and is not intended for anyone with fundamentalist beliefs about homeopathy. It is simply the shared experience of one clinician who finds it very helpful for those who are WIRED. You still have to address the TIRED, but you won't be able to do that if you don't address the WIRED, too. TIRED + WIRED + ARGENTUM NITRICUM = TIRED.This is a net positive result which will allow you to build up the yin energy a little easier. The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.

    151: YOU BET YOUR ACID -- A Basic Understanding of Stomach Acid

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 42:02


    If you could use only one word to help describe the essence of the stomach, a shortlist would have to include ‘ACID'. And, if the function of the stomach is largely dependent upon the optimum acidity of its contents, and many of you reading this have INSUFFICIENT STOMACH ACID, then why are acid-decreasing medications like proton pump inhibitors some of the most commonly prescribed medications? This episode is focused on stomach acid basics and the Betaine HCl test. The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor prevent, treat, mitigate, or cure any conditions. Please make your own healthcare decisions based on your judgment and research in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional.

    150: Melatonin and Sleep – Less is More ... Unless you Need More?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 27:43


    Sleep is the sweet, sweet, rejuvenative nectar that can make every single chronic disease better. It's as easy as that. A good night's sleep is healing ... which is probably why we all are excited at the prospect of any supplement helping or improving sleep quantity or quality. But is melatonin the cure-all for your sleeping woes? Could it all be so simple?Despite they hype, melatonin doesn't seem to change sleep architecture greatly, but details matter. The dose, the pharmacokinetics of absorption of different supplements, and the individualization of the prescription may lead us to some conclusion between over-hyped placebo and panacea.

    149: AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER -- Getting to the Guts of this Inflammatory Disorder

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 53:56


    Treat the whole person. This principle of Naturopathic Medicine is quite similar to the William Osler quote, “treat the person, not the disease”. These concepts apply to all cases, and they are especially helpful in treating the whole person health of those with autism spectrum disorders.Join us as we chat with our brilliant friend and colleague Dr. Jon Beatty ND as he dishes out the specifics that help us remodel our understanding of immunology and the gut as it relates to autism spectrum disorders.

    148 - ORGAN TRANSPLANT SUPPORT - Personal Experience Turns into Passion and Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 40:21


    From heartache to spleen ache. Donating an organ can save one person's life and bring deep meaning and purpose to all involved. Lend an ear to ‘next level angel' Dr. Sarah Hawthorn ND, as she discusses her experience of organ donation, supportive Naturopathic strategies, the strengths and weaknesses of the conventional medical system (listen for the post-surgery nutrition LOL), and the politics of medicine in her inspirational story.

    147: NAC Magic - Not Just an Awesome Antioxidant

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2023 27:57


    NAC influences some of the most foundational and fundamental systems and processes going on in your body right now, which is why it is a pleitropic supplement that is difficult to pigeonhole. Listen up and you'll hear how this tiny molecule has a huge influence on detoxification (it is a precursor to glutathione), liver disease, lung conditions, cardiovascular health, neurological health, oxidative stress, and microbial biofilms. It's not magic, it just looks that way.

    146: SAFFRON - Precious, Pricey, and Potent: New Perspectives on an Old Spice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2023 36:44


    An ancient herbal solution for a wired world? Nourish your nerves with traditional and modern scientific perspectives of the world's most expensive spice, saffron.

    145: NUTRIENT DEEP DIVE -- Why You Should Care About Glutathione

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2023 31:03


    Imagine a world where your cells and tissues are constantly exposed to various combinations of oxidative stress, inflammation, waste products, toxins, immune challenges, and environments that often lead to carcinogenesis … Actually, it shouldn't be too hard to imagine, because that's one side of the biochemical reality occurring inside your cells and tissues right now. These often necessary cellular metabolic and environmental stressors would be much nastier and lead to your demise without the damping and regulating influence of the subject of today's deep dive with Dr. Michelle Pobega ND …. glutathione.Listen up and bow down to the master antioxidant!

    144: Is HRT for Me? The Benefits and Risks and Debunking Menopause Myths with Dr. Daiana Castleman ND

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 45:53


    All women are created equal, but should all menopausal women be treated the same?When is the right time to treat with hormone therapies? Are the risks of treatment related to estrogen or progesterone? Are bioidentical hormones any safer than synthetics? What about the difference between transdermal or oral hormone interventions? Women's health expert Dr. Daina Castleman ND helps us dispel menopause myths and addresses the risks and benefits of individualized hormone replacement therapy in the context of personalized Naturopathic medicine.

    143: DEEPLY FELT PAIN -- Could Your Organs Be the Problem?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2023 13:35


    Pain management is a pain in the neck, but did you know that your neck pain could be a result of lung dysfunction? Or, your liver may be the cause of your frozen shoulder? Maybe your pain is worse at night and wakes you up. Is there a strong emotional component? Does it make you sweat or feel nauseous? For both the suffering patient and perplexed practitioner, a basic understanding of some of the differences between visceral pain and typical 'somatic' is in order if you want to get to the root of the problem.

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