Deb Ford discusses today's current health and nutrition topics
Now, I want to speak directly to the guys today — and to the women who care about them — because these conversations are long overdue. Let me ask you something: Are you feeling tired, unmotivated, maybe a little moody or foggy-headed? Like you've lost your edge — that mental sharpness, your energy, or that inner drive you used to count on?If that sounds familiar, I want you to know this:
Your bones. Now, before you think, ah this doesn't apply to me- “That's just for older people, I don't need to worry about that yet...” Stick with me. Because what I'm about to share might completely change the way you think about your energy, your posture, your metabolism — and yes, even your gut health. ...and I'm going to show you why bone health is about so much more than just calcium — and why it's never too early (or too late) to strengthen your foundation. You can get better reports on that next DEXA Scan- without those injections that could be loaded with side effects.
Today we're diving into something I call the Triple “S” Formula — three things that are often overlooked in women's health, but absolutely foundational for thriving:✨ Stress. Sleep. Self-care.If you feel:Exhausted but can't restStuck in survival modeStruggling with mood swings, weight gain, or hormone chaos...I want you to know this: It's not your fault. And you're not alone.You've probably been taught to “push through,” to keep going, to take care of everyone else first. But today, I want to flip that script.
This is the show for you If you've been struggling with skin issues — maybe it's acne, rashes, rosacea, or just that dull, tired look in the mirror — and you feel like you've tried every cream or serum out there...I want to let you in on something powerful: ✨ What shows up on your skin is often rooted in your gut. ✨That's right. Your glow doesn't come from the outside in — it comes from the inside out.Today we're diving into the gut-skin connection — how your digestion, microbiome, inflammation, and detox systems directly influence how your skin looks, feels, and ages. I'll also share 5 simple, daily strategies to support your gut so your skin — and your whole body — can thrive.
Maybe it's brain fog. Maybe it's stubborn belly weight that won't budge, or your monthly cycle feels like punishment, or sleep that's suddenly MIA…. Oh, I feel your pain, I was there. You're doing the things you used to do — but your body just isn't responding the same way.Let me reassure you: It's not that you're lazy. It's not just aging.- don't you just hate being told that lie??- like you are being told to just give up. And it's definitely not “all in your head.” The truth is — your hormones run the show. They're the body's messengers, regulating energy, mood, metabolism, sleep, sex drive, cycles, and so much more.And when they're in sync, you feel amazing. When they're out of whack, everything feels harder.But here's the good news: Your body wants to be in balance. And with the right tools, you can support it back into that beautiful state of harmony.
People have always been seeking longevity. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has had a clear understanding of aging since very ancient times dating back 5,000 years of written knowledge. To me it is curious that it recognizes the limit of the human life span as 100‐120 years, as unequivocally stated in the ancient Huang Di Internal Classic, which is known as the “Bible of TCM.” Today I am digging into the health promoting properties of mushrooms as it applies to longevity. There is research going on now regarding these mushrooms and cancer, long covid, autoimmune and more chronic diseases that are plaguing our culture right now.
This is spring- the perfect month we focus on detoxification. It is a hot topic, often surrounded by hype and skepticism. While our bodies are equipped with powerful detox systems (mainly the liver, kidneys, lungs, skin, and lymphatic system), supporting those systems through intentional practices can offer real benefits—especially in today's world where toxin exposure is higher than ever.
Let me start with the story behind HEAVENly Cleanse—a product I created about three years ago while I was writing my book, Get Out of Hormone Hell: 6 Heavenly Steps to Lose Weight, Feel Great, and Reverse Aging. Each letter in HEAVEN stands for a key step to thrive in today's world—and yes, I took a little creative liberty with the "N" to stand for Noxious Toxins. Why? Because in this toxic world, our bodies need help clearing out what shouldn't be there.And that's exactly why I created HEAVENly Cleanse—a clinical-grade, but super delicious supplement designed to give your detox systems the nutritional firepower they need.
Let me start with something that should excite every one of us: we are not powerless when it comes to protecting our brains and even reversing cognitive decline. That's right—there is real hope, and it's backed by science. Dr. Dale Bredesen, in his inspiring new book The Ageless Brain, lays out a game-changing approach to brain health that's not about magic pills or wishful thinking. It's about personalized, practical strategies that work—and I'm here to share the highlights with you today.
The January response was not only amazing but the participants really showed up for themselves in the challenge. Not just weight loss, but sustainable changes were made, energy improved, inflammation reduced, blood sugar reduced and brain fog vanished in just a few days! It doesn't take long to get the body going in the right direction and when you have support and guidance, well it is unbeatable. I like to make my clients and customers feel UNSTOPPABLE! Let it be you this time!
Now, you might not think much about those oils used in your salad dressing, your favorite restaurant meal, or even that so-called “healthy” snack bar. But let me tell you, these oils—didn't just accidentally end up in nearly everything we eat. They were put there for a reason, and it had nothing to do with making us healthier. How did highly processed, chemically refined oils become the backbone of the modern food system? Follow the money. Like in just about everything.
Is Rosemary truly the secret behind the extraordinary health, vitality and longevity of Acciaroli, Italy? Maybe. Listen and decide.
GLP-1 is the newest, latest, biggest boom for people trying to lose weight. Listen to the latest on it's benefits and how to boost your own production when you are ready to wean off.
Dr. David Perlmutter and healthy brain aging
The pharmaceutical establishment knows lifestyle is the key to reversing chronic disease- but there is no money in reversing it. But keeping it chronic so that people need the drugs, now that's the ticket. Yes, diet and lifestyle works but you get 5 dollars for lifestyle research, but you can $150 million for drugs that have payback. Inherent bias. Follow the money. I know as a dietitian, insurance companies would reimburse about as much as a fast food worker wage- no money in that. When you can prescribe statins, surgery, 3-4 or 15 drugs, all the things the medical infrastructure is designed for, the profit is extraordinary.
Maybe you struggle with cravings for chocolate, bread, pizza, pasta, cookies, chips, alcohol, - anything really. Well, today is the day for you! I am going to give you the latest on what we know about controlling those impulses so you can stay on track with your health goals. Or maybe you are tired of taking the weight loss shot and you want to naturally control your cravings. Today I am going to give you the tools to use to change the story of your health- put you back in the driver's seat- naturally.
This month is heart health month and is the leading cause of death, we need to know as much as about it as we can so we can avoid it. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) can be caused by multiple factors, - all those factors that I talk about every week, - inflammation, oxidative stress, insulin resistance, and more. Even Hormones like estrogen, testosterone, and cortisol play a critical role in cardiovascular health. Yes, Preventable!
I witnessed the recent Senate hearings for the Secretary of Health and Human Services that were not just contentious—they were revealing. They laid bare a system where corporate interests, shall I say greed, often outweigh public health. Where pharmaceutical giants dictate policy through political contributions and therefore influence. Where the very officials meant to serve the people are entangled in financial ties that put profits over patients. Then…. I was at the gate as the airline tragedy transpired. Compare and contrast the behavior.
A lot of you are wanting to get the new year with super healthy goals and I want to give you the tools to really dive into your metabolic health by looking at your yearly blood work. This bloodwork evaluation will let you know if you are one of the 6% of Americans who are METABOLICALLY WELL.
Some real statistics that underscore the decline in American health- Current government data says that 75% of Americans overweight. 45% of kids from the latest new data! And over 93% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy which is what my latest 10 day challenge, called the MYHA Challenge that targeted the root causes behind either high blood sugar, cholesterol, high blood pressure, overweight, heart attack or stroke. And more…..60% of Americans have a chronic disease because of the of ultra-processed food that has taken over in the last 20-30 years that is the driver for metabolic health.
I normally do new year's resolutions this time of year and give you the state of health in Americans but we have covered that a lot and so many of you are finishing up my 10 Day MYHA Challenge- Making You healthy Again and one of the favorite topics we covered was stress and how to defuse it. Breathwork, meditation, and life schedule adjustments.
The Make America Healthy Again movement- MAHA! You didn't know it but I have been teaching you all about the Maha movement for years. I got all the authentic credentials, I go to all the best conferences and link up with the best minds so that I can bring you the latest, best research that you can use it to get and stay super healthy and fit for life. And cutting edge too.
Make America Healthy Again movement- MAHA! Has a name now. It is what I have been telling you about for as long as I have been doing this show. So you are on top of all the research! You are in the know. I love going to get all the latest, best research and bring it back to you so that you can use it to get and stay super healthy and fit. Like today- Right now, I am at a medical conference on longevity. Bringing you back the latest research and information that you can act on as I develop my own MYHA program for you. Making YOU healthy again helping you to take charge of your health, vitality, and longevity.
Our Current health care system spends 4.5 trillion dollars and 90% of the budget for chronic illness that wasn't even in existence 60 years ago. It is horrible and what we have insanely gotten used to being a normal thing. It isn't. Health and being lean is normal and optimal. Here is how to transform your health
While diet and exercise are essential, the right supplements can also provide that extra boost your body needs. Here, I am going to give you the latest research on supplements for helping keep that blood sugar in a healthy range.
How to reverse fatty liver fast!
Your blood chemistry reveals your metabolic health. And your daily choices impact these often-overlooked aspects of our health, but with a little knowledge, you can be empowered to feel more vibrant, focused, and resilient. Ready to meet each day with our best energy.
With all the noise, strong opinions, high stakes, and harsh unloving words that are being expressed on social media, it's easy to feel like we're on an emotional rollercoaster. But here's the good news: there are powerful tools to manage this stress, keep your friends that have different opinions than you, and these tools don't just help you get through it—they build resilience that carries over into other parts of life too.
92% of Americans are metabolically unwell. MAHA- Make America Healthy Again. The book GOOD ENERGY gives you the tools to be metabolically well.
We are on more drugs than any other country and yet we are the sickest and getting sicker. The latest is that over 92% of us are metabolically sick and about 75% are over weight or obese. Our kids? According to the Center for Disease Control, obesity has tripled since the 70's when only 5% were obese and now it is well beyond 20% while overweight is another 16%. We are looking at almost 40% of our kids. Meanwhile in Japan, it is only 3%. This is just because of all the sugar and ultra processed foods!
Because over time, we all accumulate a little extra “baggage,” whether it's from toxins, stress, or just plain inactivity. That build-up can zap our energy by clogging our mitochondria- those energy powerhouses in every cell. and even affect our long-term health. That's where the 10-Day Heavenly Cleanse comes in!
The hearing was put on by Sen. Johnson from Wisconsin and a panel of experts provided a foundational and historical understanding of the changes that have occurred over the last century within agriculture, food processing, and healthcare industries (insurance and pharmaceuticals) which impact the current state of national health. All of these entities and more must make fundamental changes to reverse the epidemic of chronic disease.
Toxins- the worst and how to avoid them
Today, I give you the research on diet and lifestyle therapy that is proving to help people live longer- better. I really should have a drum roll here but the research is showing that 71-90% of people with cognitive decline, some with diagnosed Alzheimer's disease get better.
We coexist with bacteria throughout the environment and always have. Since the beginning of time. In fact, our very mitochondria that energize our body are bacteria in origin. Now that is something to ponder. I'll let you figure that one out and we can talk about the implications some time but today I am going to talk about 5 ways to improve digestive health with pre and probiotics and then tell you about my favorites ones. Because, Whatever your health goal- you can't have it if your digestive health isn't top notch.
Let's just start with our kids and compare their health to those around the world.Japan has a 3% obesity rate and when it went up just a percent, they rallied to successfully reverse the trend. In the US –50% of our kids are overweight or obese and 33% have prediabetes. a metabolic disease- meaning they have high blood sugar, blood pressure, or cholesterol. And 77% of young adults aren't eligible for the military because they are overweight. Life expectancy in Europe is 6-7 years longer
Researchers around the world are looking at the role of a mechanism, inflammation, in what makes a good brain go bad, and specifically in diseases like Alzheimer's or memory deficits. Plastics, pesticides, fungicides, herbicides, dyes, preservatives and more cross the blood brain barrier and cause havoc.
There are so many studies, so much research, so many brilliant minds that are digging into optimizing how our brain functions, especially as we get older. You may be shocked that there are many studies that have taken place and are ongoing that show that people that have been diagnosed with cognitive decline. MoCa scores between 15 and 24 or even less, to improve with diet and lifestyle intervention. Amazing. Researchers like Bredesen, Toups, Ornish, Sandison, Fitzgerald, and now wait for this- 75-86% of the people get better. I don't know why this isn't front page news everywhere!
We have heard tons about exercise helping obesity, diabetes, weight loss, muscle gain, heart health and even reducing the risk of many cancers but can it really do anything for the brain? Yes, it is pretty impressive!
Brain fog? You don't feel as sharp as you once were. That should be a wake up call. Something needs to change before things get worse and you get an actual diagnosis of dementia. Maybe you have heard that Alzheimer's Disease is called Type 3 Diabetes. Not entirely accurate but it gets the point across. Sugar and a processed diet is the enemy of the brain.
My number 1 favorite herb, spice and extract. The spice- turmeric and the extract - curcumin that's been used for over 5,000 years to help manage pain, swelling, digestion, cholesterol, blood sugar and more. So, if you are interested in increasing your chances of healthful longevity, tune in today because you will be amazed and I am sure you will join me in including it in my nutritional arsenal every day.
Herbs and spices are rich sources of over 25,000 phytonutrients, -plant-compounds like flavonoids, terpenoids, saponins, and polysaccharides, that appear to have anti-aging effects like improving cognitive health, and reducing cardiovascular risks, increasing chromosome telomere length, and enumerable- seemingly unlimited number of metabolic pathways that enhance health. These are built into our DNA to help repair daily damage which is more important every day with our exposure to manmade chemicals and toxins that we are literally swimming in.
You want to keep your brain sharp… avoid cancer and heart diseases… maintain your mobility… feel energetic and productive… and live life on your terms now and for many years to come, right? To achieve that, you need know and practice what we know to be true with evidence-based, effective steps to live long, maintain your independence, and live well.
So today, I am going to cover: 4 hormones you have to get controlled to be healthier. 4 foods to avoid to lost weight and reverse insulin resistance. 4 foods to eat to help you scientifically reverse age in just 8 weeks! And – how you can get my 1:1 support to help you dump that unhealthy plump.
! Male sperm count is down … a lot! By at least 50% and some findings report up to 62.3%. and it isn't new. we started noticing this in about 1974- 2 years before I opened the Good Earth and 12 years after Rachel Carson wrote the SILENT Spring, warning us of environmental problems.
Heart disease isn't inevitable! Look at acciaroli, Italy- where 15% of the population is over 100 with no heart disease. Even the American Medical Association and American Heart Association, say it isn't inevitable. A healthy lifestyle, especially when started at a young age, goes a long way to totally preventing cardiovascular disease.
In this show, I give you the latest on the diet and lifestyle changes, that can reduce the risk of developing prostate health issues. And if you're already dealing with some of these problems, I give you the greatest tools we have with ancient herbs and modern supplements that can help you to reduce inflammation, fight prostate enlargement and inhibit the growth of cancer cells.
Osteoporosis.Women have used herbs to boost hormone balance since the beginning. Bone health, vaginal dryness, cognitive function, muscle mass, mood boosting, heart health, and even night sweats or hot flashes. I love dong quai, black cohosh, red clover and the phytoestrogens and I use them and enjoy the benefits. But also antioxidants and the wide range of phytonutrients that are doing untold goodness along the way.
This morning I am going to cover the basics of increasing fertility. According to the CDC, In the US, the rate of infertility is about 20% or 1 in 5. What are the causes?