The Simple 7 Lifestyle Podcast

Have you ever been to your doctor's office and had them tell you that your blood results came back perfectly normal, but you were still feeling terrible? What's going on with that? In this episode, we're featuring a webinar that Dr. Jerry recently taught all about what's lurking in our lab tests. In this episode you will discover: - Reasons why you should always keep and read your lab results. - How to look at your lab results from a functional medicine perspective. - Keys markers to look for in your lab results.

Not sure if you understand what functional medicine is? You've probably heard the term but aren't quite sure what it really is. It can be defined as a framework that bridges the gap between conventional western medicine and everything considered “alternative” medicine. Where traditional medicine relies on symptom treatment, functional medicine focuses on the root causes of the problem. Learn how functional medicine can provide solutions and treatments that are as natural as possible and focused towards finding the root cause of many health issues.   In this episode you will discover: - The differences between a functional medicine vs. the traditional medical model - What it means to take a holistic approach when diagnosing health issues - The 4 P's of Functional Medicine 

The powerful strategy of play is often completely lost as we grow into adults. We forget all the great things we learned through having fun, being creative, and playing games as kids. In addition to being a powerful stress reducer, time spent in play energy activates parts of the brain that are often neglected and helps us function much more wholly as human beings. Making time for recreation, fun, and play daily balances our body, mind, and spirit. It's time to act like a kid again!    In this episode you will discover:  - How play is the root of creativity.  - 4 types of play: physical, imaginative, constructive, social  - Strategies for overcoming boredom.

How are you connecting and contributing to your relationships? Are you expressing enough gratitude for the things and people in your life? Today's topic is all about the habit of loving well. That encompasses all of the relationships we have in our life.  In this episode you will discover: - 3 things we can all do to increase the feelings of love in our lives and the quality of the relationships that we have.- How to let go of relationships in your life that aren't healthy. - 7 ways to cultivate healthy relationships. 

You know that you need to be doing exercise, but how much do you really need to do in order to get the health benefits? Did you know that there are 7 primal movements that you need to do every single day? And what if you're pressed for time? On this episode, we're going to talk about the ways you can maximize your exercise and workouts in less than 30 minutes a day. We're also going to share our favorite power reboot tips for those of you who sit at a desk all day. Today we're talking about activity, movement, and exercise!  In this episode you will discover: - Foundational principles for being physically active on a daily basis.  - The negative side effects of not moving enough throughout your day. - Easy daily exercises that will help you meet the 7 primal movements. - The benefits of doing short burst exercises.

Digestive diseases account for over 100 million doctor visits annually in the US. In a recent study, 61% of individuals reported having had at least one G.I. symptom in the past week (heartburn, reflux, abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation). So many people are developing food sensitivities. What's going on!? Let's talk about our digestive system and the impact it has on our overall health.   In this episode you will discover: - Challenges digestive problems have on our overall health. - How the use of gluten in food has increased over the last few decades. - Tips for identifying digestive health issues you may not be aware of.

Do you assume that eating healthy tastes terrible and always costs more? Do you have a hard time knowing what to believe about nutrition? In today's episode, we're going to explore the eat well pilar. This habit seems to be one with the most controversial information, causes the most confusion, and brings up so many emotions. Let's discuss the basic principles that almost everyone agrees on. Let's get on the same page and take some proactive steps towards improving how we are eating and what we are eating!   In this episode you will discover:  - Why a real food revolution is in order - Eating well on a budget and on a busy schedule - What's happening in our world with our food today

Do you sometimes breathe through your mouth as you go about your daily activities? Do you breathe through your mouth while you sleep? Do you snore? On today's episode we're going to explore some of the amazing things that we've learned about one of the most basic functions of our body, our breathing! In this episode you will discover: - Why nasal breathing will improve your emotional state. - 3 things that have contributed to our mouth-breathing crisis. - 4 simple techniques to improve your breathing.   Resources:   If you're one of the many people struggling with a chronic health problem and feeling stuck, you might consider working with us directly! We work with local patients and folks from all over the US through our online coaching program. Our personalized functional wellness membership programs combine the expertise of a functional medicine trained doctor, and a health coach trained in holistic nutrition and lifestyle. We can help you along your journey!   If you'd like to learn more, visit our website at www.duggarwellness.com to schedule a 15-min health strategy session. We look forward to partnering with you to build your best life possible!  Get Your FREE COPY of ‘The Simple 7 Lifestyle' book: https://duggarwellness.kartra.com/page/CbE422   Also, be sure to join our Facebook Community if you're looking to connect and interact with other like-minded listeners who are on the healthy lifestyle journey: https://www.facebook.com/groups/445858143827256   Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical care by a licensed practitioner. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. If you're looking for help on your journey, we recommend that you seek out a qualified functional medicine practitioner. 

We all know that unpleasant feeling when we hear the alarm clock go off in the morning, and we're still so tired that we can barely imagine facing the oncoming day. At that moment, we all instinctively know just how important sleep is for our health and happiness. In episode 4 we'll take a look at what happens to us when we're sleep-deprived and what are the impacts of that on our health.   In this episode you will discover:  - How important sleep is to your health. - 5 myths often associated with restorative sleep. - 5 best tips for improving your sleep. - Things to look for if you've already tried simple solutions that just aren't working.   Resources:   If you're one of the many people struggling with a chronic health problem and feeling stuck, you might consider working with us directly! We work with local patients and folks from all over the US through our online coaching program. Our personalized functional wellness membership programs combine the expertise of a functional medicine trained doctor, and a health coach trained in holistic nutrition and lifestyle. We can help you along your journey!   If you'd like to learn more, visit our website at www.duggarwellness.com to schedule a 15-min health strategy session. We look forward to partnering with you to build your best life possible!  Get Your FREE COPY of ‘The Simple 7 Lifestyle' book: https://duggarwellness.kartra.com/page/CbE422   Also, be sure to join our Facebook Community if you're looking to connect and interact with other like-minded listeners who are on the healthy lifestyle journey: https://www.facebook.com/groups/445858143827256   Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical care by a licensed practitioner. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. If you're looking for help on your journey, we recommend that you seek out a qualified functional medicine practitioner.

What's more important than our habits? Really, nothing is more important. Our habits, whether they're positive or negative, help us to evolve into what we eventually become incrementally one day at a time. What does it take to adopt new behaviors that help us grow and improve?   In this episode you will discover:  - Micro-habits: ways to chunk goals down into small steps and then stack them.  - Avoiding myths that get in the way of habit creation.  - A wellness wheel exercise based on the 7 pillars for creating a healthy lifestyle.  Resources:    If you're one of the many people struggling with a chronic health problem and feeling stuck, you might consider working with us directly! We work with local patients and folks from all over the US through our online coaching program. Our personalized functional wellness membership programs combine the expertise of a functional medicine trained doctor, and a health coach trained in holistic nutrition and lifestyle. We can help you along your journey!     If you'd like to learn more, visit our website at www.duggarwellness.com to schedule a 15-min health strategy session. We look forward to partnering with you to build your best life possible!    Get Your FREE COPY of ‘The Simple 7 Lifestyle' book: https://duggarwellness.kartra.com/page/CbE422     Also, be sure to join our Facebook Community if you're looking to connect and interact with other like-minded listeners who are on the healthy lifestyle journey: https://www.facebook.com/groups/445858143827256     Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical care by a licensed practitioner. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. If you're looking for help on your journey, we recommend that you seek out a qualified functional medicine practitioner. 

Why is it so hard to make lasting changes in our health? We often start something then hit a roadblock. We fail and give up. Maybe some time pass and we might decide to try again, only to end up right back where we started. Eventually, most people just give up altogether and just accept less than what they want. The person that actually succeeds in sustainable change seems to be a part of a small minority. Have you ever wondered why that is? In this episode you will discover: - Ways to master your mindset and reposition your thinking to achieve health goal success. - Three big common mistakes that lead to self-sabotage.  Resources:  If you're one of the many people struggling with a chronic health problem and feeling stuck, you might consider working with us directly! We work with local patients and folks from all over the US through our online coaching program. Our personalized functional wellness membership programs combine the expertise of a functional medicine trained doctor, and a health coach trained in holistic nutrition and lifestyle. We can help you along your journey! If you'd like to learn more, visit our website at www.duggarwellness.com to schedule a 15-min health strategy session. We look forward to partnering with you to build your best life possible!  Get Your FREE COPY of ‘The Simple 7 Lifestyle' book: https://duggarwellness.kartra.com/page/CbE422   Also, be sure to join our Facebook Community if you're looking to connect and interact with other like-minded listeners who are on the healthy lifestyle journey: https://www.facebook.com/groups/445858143827256   Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical care by a licensed practitioner. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. If you're looking for help on your journey, we recommend that you seek out a qualified functional medicine practitioner. 

Do you ever feel like your health needs an upgrade? You know that you could be doing something better but you just don't know where to start? Or, maybe you know what you want to do but you just keep getting stuck. In our season 1 kick-off episode, we'll be sharing the thoughts and insights that we've gained by coaching hundreds of people through the process of changing their health and growing personally. Welcome to episode number 1, starting something new!    In this episode you will discover:  - Ways to help you identify your ‘why' for starting your healthy lifestyle journey.  - Inspiring stories from Tammie and Jerry's personal healthy lifestyle journey.   - How to create a clear vision and determine your motivating purpose for moving forward with your goals.  Resources:    If you're one of the many people struggling with a chronic health problem and feeling stuck, you might consider working with us directly! We work with local patients and folks from all over the US through our online coaching program. Our personalized functional wellness membership programs combine the expertise of a functional medicine trained doctor, and a health coach trained in holistic nutrition and lifestyle. We can help you along your journey!     If you'd like to learn more, visit our website at www.duggarwellness.com to schedule a 15-min health strategy session. We look forward to partnering with you to build your best life possible!    Get Your FREE COPY of ‘The Simple 7 Lifestyle' book: https://duggarwellness.kartra.com/page/CbE422   Also, be sure to join our Facebook Community if you're looking to connect and interact with other like-minded listeners who are on the healthy lifestyle journey: https://www.facebook.com/groups/445858143827256     Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical care by a licensed practitioner. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. If you're looking for help on your journey, we recommend that you seek out a qualified functional medicine practitioner.