Podcast appearances and mentions of alpha lipoic acid

This episode of Vitality Radio is part six in our ongoing listener Q&A series! Jared tackles two powerful topics you've been asking about: how to naturally support healthy liver function when dealing with non-alcoholic fatty liver, and how to spot misleading supplement marketing online. Learn the most common root causes of fatty liver, the subtle signs it may be affecting you, and key lifestyle, dietary, and supplement strategies that can help the liver perform its vital detoxification role. Then, Jared exposes a widespread online scam used to push questionable supplements and shows you how to protect yourself from hype-based marketing.Products:Assimil-8 Digestive EnzymesBack on TractLiverVitalityEndoCleanseAdditional Information:SCAM: https://yoursupplementreview.com/ (changes products, but always promoting Citruna)Visit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalitynutritionbountiful and @vitalityradio on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.

States rush to ban food dyes ahead of federal action; NIH cuts funds for studies of vaccine hesitancy; RFK Jr. ridiculed for urging vitamin A for measles; Brain tumors in firefighters show signature of chemical exposure; Unpacking the causes of numbness, tingling and pain in lower extremities; Class-action lawsuit targets Depo-Provera as contributor to meningioma brain tumors; Uncovering the mystery of Trump's 20+ pound weight loss; Microplastics implicated in spiraling antibiotic resistance.

Known as the "universal antioxidant," alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) is a powerhouse for fighting oxidative stress and supporting overall health. Listen in this week as Dee explores how ALA helps combat diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer's, fatty liver, and more—plus, why it's essential for your metabolism!Reference:Salehi, B., Berkay Yılmaz, Y., Antika, G., Boyunegmez Tumer, T., Fawzi Mahomoodally, M., Lobine, D., Akram, M., Riaz, M., Capanoglu, E., Sharopov, F., Martins, N., Cho, W. C., & Sharifi-Rad, J. (2019). Insights on the use of α-lipoic acid for therapeutic purposes. Biomolecules, 9(8), 356. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6723188/Link to purchase Alpha Lipoic Acid: https://amzn.to/43FqMFh

Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Brian Pennie, an Irish neuroscientist, author, and resilience specialist, to explore his extraordinary journey from heroin addiction to academic success. Brian opens up about his 15-year struggle with addiction, the hidden battles he faced, and the pivotal seizure that became his turning point toward recovery. His story is a powerful testament to resilience, proving that transformation is possible at any stage of life.We also discuss the lasting effects of childhood trauma, how it shaped Brian's early struggles with anxiety and addiction, and the societal perceptions that keep so many trapped in destructive cycles. Brian shares the tools that helped him rebuild his life, from aligning decisions with core values to using controlled breathing, social connection, and purpose-driven living as key pillars of resilience. He also reflects on how education gave him a new sense of direction, helping him replace self-destruction with growth.Beyond addiction, this episode explores mental well-being, managing stress, and the pursuit of fulfilment. Brian offers practical strategies for navigating anxiety, making value-based decisions, and finding meaning through love, connection, and service to others. Whether you're facing personal struggles or seeking tools for a more balanced life, this conversation is filled with wisdom, encouragement, and inspiration.This episode is brought to you by fabÜ FOCUS BRAIN, the supplement I created to help you stay sharp, focused, and ready to take on the day. Featuring a unique blend of Lion's Mane mushroom, L-Tyrosine, Choline, Alpha-Lipoic Acid, and B vitamins, it's designed to support cognitive function, mental performance, and reduce tiredness and fatigue. Whether you need to power through work, study, or just keep up with a busy life, these easy-to-swallow capsules are brain health in a bottle!I poured my heart into formulating fabÜ FOCUS BRAIN because I believe thriving isn't just about getting by—it's about unlocking your full potential with clarity and confidence. Don't just take my word for it—check out the incredible reviews from people just like you on fabuwellness.com. Available online and in pharmacies and health food stores nationwide. Give your brain the support it deserves!Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don't forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations.

In this first-ever AMA episode, Dave tackles your biggest biohacking questions—straight from The Upgrade Collective! From optimizing brain power to pushing the limits of cold therapy, this episode is packed with cutting-edge hacks to supercharge your body and mind. If you'd like to have your questions answered on the next AMA, click the link below for details on The Upgrade Collective membership, and get all sorts of extra biohacking add-ons for your life! In today's episode: What if you could amplify oxytocin—the “love hormone”—to build stronger relationships and lower stress? Or upgrade your cold plunge routine for max benefits in less time? Dave reveals the science behind these powerful biohacks, plus his take on rapamycin for longevity, the right way to supplement for thyroid health (without a prescription), and even how he personally overcame Asperger's traits through neuroplasticity and mitochondrial upgrades. There's even some great advice for all the parents out there! What You'll Learn: • How to naturally boost oxytocin for better relationships and emotional health • The fastest way to upgrade your cold plunge for heat shock benefits • Is rapamycin really a longevity miracle? Dave's personal take • How mitochondria impact brain power, mood, and aging—and how to fix them today! • The shocking reason some people can't process reality correctly (and how to retrain your brain) • The real truth about stem cells, exosomes, and V-cells for regeneration • The hidden dangers of selenium, thyroid supplements, and over-fasting SPONSORS -Puori | Visit https://puori.com/dave and use code DAVE for 20% storewide. -Calroy | Head to https://calroy.com/dave for an exclusive discount. Resources: • Upgrade Collective Membership: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com • Dave Asprey's New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/ • 2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025 • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com • Dave Asprey's Website: https://daveasprey.com • Dave Asprey's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey • Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com • 40 Years of Zen – Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com Timestamps: • 00:00 – Intro • 00:37 – Welcome to the Human Upgrade AMA • 01:13 – Cold Plunges and Alpha Lipoic Acid for Health • 03:11 – Hot and Cold Therapy for Optimal Health • 07:29 – Understanding Thyroid Health and Treatment • 09:09 – The Importance of Selenium • 14:41 – Stem Cells vs. Exosomes • 16:27 – Rapamycin for Longevity • 18:07 – Asperger's Syndrome and Neuroinflammation • 28:53 – Understanding Asperger's and Self-Awareness • 29:24 – The Challenge of Offering Help • 30:06 – The Importance of Reconnection Work • 31:34 – Personal Development Journey • 34:42 – The Role of Emotions in Biohacking • 35:55 – Dealing with Flashbacks and Trauma • 45:46 – The Power of Oxytocin • 49:48 – The Truth About Kale and Oxalates • 54:25 – Teaching Kids to Regulate Their Nervous System See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textThis week we're revisiting one of our most popular episodes from August 2023, with comedian Kyla Cobbler for an honest and powerful conversation about life, love, and healing. Kyla shares her journey to sobriety, the struggles she faced along the way, and how comedy became a lifeline in navigating challenges. We discuss the realities of dating while sober, the societal expectations placed on women, and the importance of open conversations about women's health.Kyla's story is one of resilience, self-discovery, and embracing life on her own terms. She reflects on the role of self-love, the impact of community, and why laughter is one of the best tools for healing. We also chat about our upcoming event Viva La Vulva, a unique blend of comedy and education tackling topics often ignored in women's health. This is a powerful episode filled with humour, honesty, and deep insights into personal growth. Tune in for a conversation that is as entertaining as it is inspiring!If you've been affected by sexual violence or abuse, support is available. Women's Aid offers a 24/7 Freephone Helpline at 1800 341 900 or visit womensaid.ie. You are not alone. This episode is brought to you by fabÜ FOCUS BRAIN, the supplement I created to help you stay sharp, focused, and ready to take on the day. Featuring a unique blend of Lion's Mane mushroom, L-Tyrosine, Choline, Alpha-Lipoic Acid, and B vitamins, it's designed to support cognitive function, mental performance, and reduce tiredness and fatigue. Whether you need to power through work, study, or just keep up with a busy life, these easy-to-swallow capsules are brain health in a bottle!I poured my heart into formulating fabÜ FOCUS BRAIN because I believe thriving isn't just about getting by—it's about unlocking your full potential with clarity and confidence. Don't just take my word for it—check out the incredible reviews from people just like you on fabuwellness.com. Available online and in pharmacies and health food stores nationwide. Give your brain the support it deserves!Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don't forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations.

Thiamine is a highly underrated but very important vitamin for your gut health, mitochondria, immune system, and more. However, 56% of people aren't getting enough. In this episode, I'll explain the important function of thiamine, signs of deficiency, health conditions associated with it and how you can add more thiamine in your diet.  Check out these great resources on thiamine by previous Ruscio Radio guests! Dr. Sarah Ballantyne's Nutrivore website with nutrition information: https://nutrivore.com/nutrients/vitamin-b1/ Elliot Overton's recommended thiamine protocols: https://www.eonutrition.co.uk/protocols   

In this episode of the Unreasonable Health, Cade Archibald dives into Phase 2 of the thyroid optimization series, focusing on increasing energy, enhancing mitochondrial function, and improving hormone signaling. Cade explores the benefits of powerful peptides like Hexarelin, 5-Amino-1-MQ, and Methylene Blue, which support ATP production, reduce inflammation, and uplift mood. He also shares the role of supplements such as CoQ10, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Magnesium Glycinate, Iodine, and L-Tyrosine, alongside dietary and hydration strategies, to support thyroid health and overall vitality. Whether you're looking to boost your energy or improve thyroid function, this episode provides actionable insights and strategies for lasting wellness.Learn more about Methylene Blue here! 

Dr. Ronald Hoffman and Nutritionist Leyla Muedin continue their reveal of the supplements they personally take.

In this special New Year's edition Q&A Dr. Ronald Hoffman and Nutritionist Leyla Muedin share their personal supplement regimens for 2025. They discuss the variety of supplements they take, including multivitamins, specific minerals, omega-3s, anti-inflammatories, probiotics, and immune-supportive nutrients. They also emphasize the importance of personalized nutrition and caution listeners against directly mirroring their supplement routines. The episode includes advice on seasonal adjustments to supplementation, the benefits of different nutrient combinations, and general tips for maintaining a balanced approach to supplement intake. Dr. Hoffman and Leyla also touch on their personal health goals and the rationale behind their choices, offering listeners insights into optimizing their own supplement strategies.

Research updates on the aging brain, eye health, superfoods, and alpha-lipoic acid Listen to the latest episode of Live Foreverish as Drs. Mike and Crystal discuss how poor sleep causes brain aging, melatonin use and risk of macular degeneration, health benefits of watercress, and lipoic acid for PCOS.

The Benefits of Sleep, Melatonin, Alpha-Lipoic Acid & Watercress – Life Extension Listen to the latest episode of Live Foreverish as Drs. Mike and Crystal discuss how poor sleep causes brain aging, melatonin use and risk of macular degeneration, health benefits of watercress, and lipoic acid for PCOS.

Alpha lipoic acid is an antioxidant that is produced naturally in our bodies, and it is often recommended by healthcare practitioners because of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.Extensive research has been done on the potential health benefits of alpha lipoic acid for various conditions, and the results suggest it could be beneficial for a wide range of people.Today, I'm sharing what the research shows about alpha lipoic acid, how it can benefit thyroid health, food sources of alpha lipoic acid, and considerations for taking it as a supplement.In this episode, you'll learn about:- Alpha lipoic acid as an antioxidant and its role in glucose metabolism- Benefits for diabetics combating peripheral neuropathy- Effects on neuroinflammation and cognitive function- Potential effects of alpha lipoic acid on inflammation and weight loss- Alpha lipoic acid's effectiveness in chelating heavy metals- How alpha lipoic acid impacts thyroid health, especially for those with Hashimoto's- Effects of alpha lipoic acid on immune modulation- Potential therapeutic effects for thyroid eye disease- Combining alpha lipoic acid with exercise for improved insulin resistance- Recommended dosages of alpha lipoic acid for various conditions- Cautions and contraindications for taking alpha lipoic acid- Food sources of alpha lipoic acidAs always, I hope you find this episode valuable, and I look forward to catching you in the next episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/can-alpha-lipoic-acid-benefit-thyroid-health/.To register for the free Save My Thyroid Summit visit www.ThyroidSummit2024.com Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Access hundreds of free articles at www.NaturalEndocrineSolutions.com Visit Dr. Eric's YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/ To work with Dr. Eric, visit https://savemythyroid.com/work-with-dr-eric/

In this episode we're tackling your burning questions, from managing blood sugar to combating diabetic neuropathy to getting off diabetes medications. Whether you're seeking natural treatment options, or simply looking to revamp your lifestyle, we're weaving through these topics to support your journey to better diabetes health.CHAPTERS5:17 Diet for foot ulcers7:46 Understanding fats in foods9:14 Troubleshooting postprandial levels11:49 Treatments for peripheral neuropathy15:37 Dealing with muscle pain and cramps18:34 Tackling sugar cravings19:23 Counting daily carbs21:50 How to get off metformin25:41 Ezekiel bread nutrition factsRESOURCEST2Diet Program - for improving overall nutrition and to get resultsVitamin B12, B vitamin complex, Alpha Lipoic Acid - for neuropathyMagnesium - for muscle and leg pain or cramps  Gymnema Sylvestre liquid tincture - for sugar cravingsBerberine - natural therapeutic to replace Metformin(**if you can't click on the resource links above, visit our website to view the recommendations)For show notes and resources, please visit: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.comTo share your questions and suggestions, leave us a voice message or email at: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/messageExplore our proven programs and services, visit: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/programsSubscribe to our free weekly newsletter for podcast updates, valuable nutrition tips and more: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/subscribe

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What do you do when you find yourself on 14 prescription medications and your health is only declining? On this episode of Vitality Radio, Jared interviews Suzanne Bates, one of our own at Vitality Nutrition. She shares her story of taking her health into her own hands when western medicine failed her. Suzanne was an ICU nurse and believed wholeheartedly in the ways of western medicine, until she realized it wasn't helping her at all. You'll hear how she went from almost bedridden with multiple diagnoses and drugs for all of them, to vibrant and healthy, no longer burdened with those illnesses, and down to one prescription which is on its way out. She shares the incredible story of how she was led to Vitality Nutrition and the one supplement that started her on a journey to natural healing and a life full of hope and joy.Products:N.O. Cardio BoostSunChlorella ChlorophyllBerberineAlpha Lipoic AcidSuntheanineTri-IodineRhodiolaAdditional Information:#264: Emotional Vitality: Jen's Story Part 1 - From Addiction and Mental Illness to VitalityVisit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalityradio and @vitalitynutritionbountiful on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Please also join us on the Dearly Discarded Podcast with Jared St. Clair.Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.

Part 2 covers longevity, detox and prevention with use of supplements. Omega fatty acids, glutathione, B vitamins, alpha lipoic acid… all of these supplements are tied to many studies on disease therapy and prevention. Dr Lesser clarifies the importance of the multitude of available supplements and the correct forms and usage of these supplements. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alpha-lipoic acid is sometimes used for the treatment of diabetic peripheral neuropathy. In this podcast, one of the authors, Caterina Delcea, talks with lead author Cristian Baicus, consultant in internal medicine from Colentina University Hospital Bucharest in Romania, about the January 2024 Cochrane review of this treatment.

Alpha-lipoic acid is sometimes used for the treatment of diabetic peripheral neuropathy. In this podcast, one of the authors, Caterina Delcea, talks with lead author Cristian Baicus, consultant in internal medicine from Colentina University Hospital Bucharest in Romania, about the January 2024 Cochrane review of this treatment.

Supplements mentioned in this video:Alpha Lipoic Acid: http://glutenfreesociety.org/AlphaMaxB-Complete: http://glutenfreesociety.org/BCompleteQuercetin: http://glutenfreesociety.org/UltraQuercetinIn today's world, muscle, joint, and nerve pain are widespread problems. They tend to be chronic, debilitating, and can significantly reduce your quality of life. Your pain may be dull and achy or sharp and throbbing. It may be felt locally in one area or throughout your body. Muscle pain may also include spasms, while joint pain can include stiffness and tenderness.Nerve pain is usually characterized by numbness, tingling, loss of motor control, weakness of muscles, and burning pain. Sometimes people are told that these are just a normal part of the aging process or that it's in their head. Other common causes cited by mainstream medicine are typically injury, overuse, or lack of use. These are definitely potential triggers. But what most doctors fail to acknowledge is the role your diet and lifestyle play in the development and progression of these types of pain and related disorders.Links to related videos: Drug Induced Nutritional Deficiencies Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLboYkQmnpnCVvqmBuvrIqyRwkeryWyJCnComprehensive video on Pain: https://youtube.com/live/BbHcROUow5ITo connect with Dr. Osborne visit:On the web: https://drpeterosborne.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoctorPeterOsborne/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/docosborne/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drosborneTwitter: https://twitter.com/glutenologyRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3908832Podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-osbornes-zone/id1706389688?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Zdf07GgpRAVwlSsYvirXTAmazon Music/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/20d71b2e-3554-4569-9d5b-4259785cdc94Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc3ByZWFrZXIuY29tL3Nob3cvNTkwNjcwNC9lcGlzb2Rlcy9mZWVk iHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/119388846*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This video is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. It is strictly intended for educational purposes only. Additionally, this information is not intended to replace the advice of your physician. Dr. Peter Osborne is one of the most sought after alternative and nutritional experts in the world. A Diplomate with the American Clinical Board of Nutrition, a graduate of Texas Chiropractic College, and a doctor of pastoral science, Dr. Osborne is one of the world's leading authorities on gluten, nutrition, and natural health. He is the founder GlutenFreeSociety.org, one of the world's largest informational sites on gluten sensitivity. In addition, he is the author of the best selling book, No Grain No Pain, published by Touchstone (Simon & Schuster). His work has been featured by PBS, Netflix, Amazon, Fox, and many other nationally recognized outlets. For more information, visit us at https://www.glutenfreesociety.org/ or call 281-903-7527

Liver Prime with ALA - mswnutrition.com Welcome back to our show! In this episode, we're diving into the incredible benefits of alpha-lipoic acid, an antioxidant that I've personally been using for years. Liver Health and Glutathione Production Alpha-lipoic acid is a champion for liver health, aiding in the production of glutathione, which is often referred to as the body's master antioxidant. This boost in antioxidants is crucial for combating inflammation and supporting overall longevity. Insulin Control and Blood Sugar Management We also discuss how alpha-lipoic acid plays a significant role in insulin regulation, which is vital for our metabolism, weight management, and diabetes control. By helping to stabilize insulin and blood sugar levels, alpha-lipoic acid becomes an essential supplement for those looking to maintain metabolic health. Longevity and Mitochondrial Support Lastly, I highlight how alpha-lipoic acid contributes to longevity by supporting our mitochondria, the powerhouses of our cells responsible for producing ATP. Ensuring the health of our mitochondria is synonymous with maintaining healthy brains, hearts, and livers, which is why I advocate for high doses of alpha-lipoic acid, such as 600 milligrams or more. So, if you're looking to enhance your health and longevity, consider adding alpha-lipoic acid to your supplement regimen.  Find it in Liver Prime at mswnutrition.com

In this episode, my guest is Dr. Sean Mackey, M.D., Ph.D., Chief of the Division of Pain Medicine and Professor of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine and Neurology at Stanford University School of Medicine. His clinical and research efforts focus on using advanced neurosciences, patient outcomes, biomarkers and informatics to treat pain. We discuss what pain is at the level of the body and mind, pain thresholds, and the various causes of pain. We also discuss effective protocols for controlling and reducing pain, including the use of heat and cold, acupuncture, chiropractic, physical therapy, nutrition, and supplementation. We also discuss how pain is influenced by our emotions, stress and memories, and practical tools to control one's psychological perception of pain. And we discuss pain medications, including the controversial use of opioids and the opioid crisis. This episode will help people understand, manage, and control their pain as well as the pain of others. For show notes, including referenced articles and additional resources, please visit hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman AeroPress: https://aeropress.com/huberman Levels: https://levels.link/huberman BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/huberman InsideTracker: https://insidetracker.com/huberman Momentous: https://livemomentous.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Dr. Sean Mackey (00:02:11) Sponsors: AeroPress, Levels & BetterHelp (00:06:13) Pain, Unique Experiences, Chronic Pain (00:13:05) Pain & the Brain (00:16:15) Treating Pain, Medications: NSAIDs & Analgesics (00:22:46) Inflammation, Pain & Recovery; Ibuprofen, Naprosyn & Aspirin (00:28:51) Sponsor: AG1 (00:30:19) Caffeine, NSAIDs, Tylenol (00:32:34) Pain & Touch, Gate Control Theory (00:38:56) Pain Threshold, Gender (00:44:53) Pain in Children, Pain Modulation (Pain Inhibits Pain) (00:53:20) Tool: Heat, Cold & Pain; Changing Pain Threshold (00:59:53) Sponsor: InsideTracker (01:00:54) Tools: Psychology, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Catastrophizing (01:08:29) Tool: Hurt vs. Harmed?, Chronic Pain (01:12:38) Emotional Pain, Anger, Medication (01:20:43) Tool: Nutrition & Pain; Food Sensitization & Elimination Diets (01:28:45) Visceral Pain; Back, Chest & Abdominal Pain (01:34:02) Referenced Pain, Neuropathic Pain; Stress, Memory & Psychological Pain (01:40:23) Romantic Love & Pain, Addiction (01:48:57) Endogenous & Exogenous Opioids, Morphine (01:53:17) Opioid Crisis, Prescribing Physicians (02:02:21) Opioids & Fentanyl; Morphine, Oxycontin, Methadone (02:07:44) Kratom, Cannabis, CBD & Pain; Drug Schedules (02:18:12) Pain Management Therapies, Acupuncture (02:22:19) Finding Reliable Physicians, Acupuncturist (02:26:36) Chiropractic & Pain Treatment; Chronic Pain & Activity (02:31:35) Physical Therapy & Chronic Pain; Tool: Pacing (02:36:35) Supplements: Acetyl-L-Carnitine, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Vitamin C, Creatine (02:42:25) Pain Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Biofeedback (02:48:32) National Pain Strategy, National Pain Care Act (02:54:05) Zero-Cost Support, Spotify & Apple Reviews, YouTube Feedback, Sponsors, Momentous, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer

Today's episode is a deep dive into the multifaceted relationship between alpha lipoic acid and various chronic diseases, extending beyond diabetes or prediabetes. Inspired by Tina's insightful question about the potential benefits of alpha lipoic acid in managing prediabetes, we're broadening our exploration to encompass its impact on numerous chronic conditions. Tina's query regarding alpha lipoic acid's efficacy as an alternative to Metformin serves as a springboard for our discussion. We're immensely grateful for her contribution! Throughout this episode, we'll investigate how alpha lipoic acid might influence and potentially benefit an array of chronic illnesses beyond diabetes. Your active participation is encouraged—whether you have ideas for our show, questions, or comments, feel free to reach out via DM, email, or YouTube comments for a chance to receive a shoutout! Armed with comprehensive information, we're set to delve into an array of topics today. Our journey will encompass decoding Alpha Lipoic Acid, its far-reaching impact on mitochondrial health, its diverse array of health benefits across multiple chronic diseases, and considerations for supplementing with Alpha Lipoic Acid. Prepare to embark on this informative and engaging exploration of alpha lipoic acid's potential therapeutic effects across a spectrum of chronic health conditions! Do you live in Indiana? Schedule a free consultation on my website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ http⁠s://thefunctionalnursepractitioner.com/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ** Follow me on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thefunctionalnursepractitioner/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ** Follow me on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYoSkehh4-qfo1asa-DEKDg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ** Follow me on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/thefunctionalnursepractitioner⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ** Email me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefunctionalnursepractitioner@hotmail.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ** Subscribe to our newsletter: https://forms.gle/mmiMLbQZ75LHCYub8 ** Interested in Masterclasses? Get on the waitlist! https://forms.gle/84uHk8741jMScWSX6 ** Level up your products: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ewg.org/ewgverified⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Try Thrive Market here: 40% off 1st order using my link ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://thrv.me/Hqxrfu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Just a quick disclaimer that this podcast is meant for educational purposes only and is not meant to diagnose or be a substitute for medical advice from your practitioner. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking care because of anything you heard on the podcast or on my website. Interesting Articles: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31405030/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29191830/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37513627/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31016198/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28295905/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35569738/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36293457/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35596774/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33827267/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37838213/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33430114/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK564301/

In this follow up episode to #352, Jared discusses the clinically proven power of several nutrients and other natural compounds that may work for the same conditions that Gabapentin and Lisinopril are prescribed for. With the significant risk profile of these drugs, many patients are looking for effective alternatives without the risk. Jared shares natural alternatives for nerve pain, neuropathy, neuralgia, and high blood pressure. You'll learn the ins and outs of each of the ingredients and how they could potentially benefit you.Products:N.O. Cardio BoostKyolic Aged Garlic ExtractNatural Factors BerberineVital 5 Magnesium BisglycinateVital 5 Omega3 + AntioxidantsNerve ReverseNatural Factors L-TheanineCBD - call to order 801-292-6662Life-Flo Magnesium Oil Night SprayLife-Flo Magnesium GelAdditional Information:Episode #260: Prescribing Poisons. Commonly Prescribed Drugs; Are the Risks Worth the Benefits? Part 1Episode #266: Prescribing Poisons Part 2. Ibuprofen, PPI's, and Flouroquinalone AntibioticsEpisode #352: Prescribing Poisons Part 3: Gabapentin and LisinoprilEpisode #278: The Incredible Benefits of Aged Garlic ExtractEpisode #227 VR Vintage: There is an Herbal Supplement that Works for Diabetes, Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Better than Drugs! Berberine is that Powerful!Episode #242: The Vital Five How To: Your User's Guide to Filling the Gaps in Your DietEpisode #186 The Powerful Effect of 10:1 ratio CBD + THC with Stuart TomcEpisode #159 VR Vintage: CBD; the Central Nervous System, Gut Health, Immunity and How It All Interrelates an Interview with Maggie FrankResearch:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3888748/https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/garlic-for-blood-pressure#dosages-formshttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1530891X23003828https://www.chiroeco.com/uncommon-nutrients-carpal-tunnel/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2836194/Visit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalityradio and @vitalitynutritionbountiful on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Please also join us on the Dearly Discarded Podcast with Jared St. Clair.Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.

In his continuing series on serious issues with heavily prescribed drugs, Jared tackles two big ones - Gabapentin and Lisinopril. Gabapentin is used for all kinds of things in an off label capacity, but does it work? And is it safe? Lisinopril is prescribed as the number one option for high blood pressure but it has come under significant scrutiny and seems to cause more problems the longer someone is using it. Learn the truth about these iffy prescriptions! Also the follow up episode #354 will give you some safer and still very proven natural alternatives to consider. Additional Information:Episode #260: Prescribing Poisons. Commonly Prescribed Drugs; Are the Risks Worth the Benefits? Part 1Episode #266: Prescribing Poisons Part 2. Ibuprofen, PPI's, and Flouroquinalone AntibioticsEpisode #354: Prescribing Poisons Part 3 Follow Up: Natural Alternatives to Gabapentin and Lisinopril (coming soon!)Visit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalityradio and @vitalitynutritionbountiful on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Please also join us on the Dearly Discarded Podcast with Jared St. Clair.Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.

ทำความรู้จักกับ Alpha-Lipoic Acid พร้อมรู้ถึงคุณประโยชน์มากมายของ Alpha-Lipoic Acid และอาหารที่อุดมไปด้วย Alpha-Lipoic Acid

A new study entitled, “Coenzyme Q10 + alpha lipoic acid for chronic COVID syndrome” has been published in the journal Clinical and Experimental Medicine which found that supplementation with Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and alpha lipoic acid (ALA) may be helpful in Long COVID. COVID-19 can deplete CoQ10 levels and damage the mitochondria which are important for energy production and immune system function. CoQ10 and alpha lipoic acid can both be helpful in protecting and supporting mitochondrial function by reducing oxidative stress. CoQ10 deficiency can lead to decreased energy production resulting in fatigue and increased free radical production. Fatigue is by far the most common symptom reported in Long COVID so CoQ10 is at the top of the list of supplements to try with this condition. Alpha lipoic acid is a powerful antioxidant, and it is involved in mitochondrial energy production. ALA also has immunomodulatory properties and may actually be an anti-viral as well. The properties of both nutrients in theory make them a promising combination in the treatment of Long COVID. How was the study done? 174 patients (51% male and 49% female) aged 18-81 (mean of 51) who had COVID-19 previously and met the 2015 National Academy of Medicine diagnostic criteria of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). 52% had comorbidities including chronic lung disease (16%, 28/174), diabetes mellitus (13%,23/174), psychiatric diseases (7.5%, 13/174), and rheumatic diseases (9.8%, 17/174). 17.8% (31) of patients had been previously hospitalized for severe respiratory SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia. 82.2% had mild/moderate symptoms during the acute phase. The mean duration of Long COVID symptoms was 5.9 months. The most common symptoms were fatigue (80%), impaired concentration (68%), sleep disorders (85%) disturbed smell and/or taste (60%), memory loss (45%), dyspnea (21%) and arthromyalgias (64%). Patients were divided into two groups. The first one (116 patients) received coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone form) and alpha lipoic acid taken every day for two months at a dose of 100 mg of CoQ10 and 100 mg of alpha lipoic acid twice a day. The control group of 58 patients did not take either supplement. The characteristics of the patients in the two groups were similar at baseline. Patients in both groups also received a variety of medications including paracetamol, codeine, NSAIDS, antidepressants (duloxetine), anticonvulsants and analgesics (pregabalin and gabapentin). They also undertook psychological and psychiatric counseling, physio-kinesiotherapy, yoga, and Pilates. What were the results? “The primary end-point was to evaluate the effectiveness of the association of coenzyme Q10 and alpha lipoic acid in reducing fatigue, expressed as a reduction in Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS), at the second month (T1), of at least 50% (complete response) from the baseline (T0) or at least 20% (partial response) from the baseline (T0). A reduction in FSS < 20% from baseline at T1 was considered as a non-response. A complete FSS response was reached most frequently in the treatment group compared to the control group. An FSS complete response was reached in 62 (53.5%) patients in the treatment group and in two (3.5%) patients in the control group. A reduction in FSS score < 20% from baseline at T1 (non-response) was observed in 11 patients in the treatment group (9.5%) and in 15 patients in the control group (25.9%) (p < 0.0001).” Author's Conclusion “Despite the short follow-up period, we demonstrated a clinical benefit, suggesting the rapid effect of this therapy. On the other hand, because of the short follow-up duration, we do not know if this clinical benefit persists over time. Our results, all based on subjective indices, were definitely in favor of the treatment group.” Dr. Hedberg's Comments on Long COVID, CoQ10, and Alpha Lipoic Acid This study shows promising results in the use of coenzyme Q10 and...

This antioxidant improves insulin sensitivity and has a positive effect on blood sugar. It's also touted to contribute to weight loss as it lessens the body's fatty production. It reduces the risk of developing Alzheimer's degeneration and prevents neuronal cell death in the brain. It's also great at bringing blood pressure to normal limits and maintaining heart health.Trying to find an integrative medicine or functional medicine doctor who understands what you're going through? Lam Clinic does Telemedicine all over the world and is only a phone call away.1. Educate yourself by visiting our website: www.lamclinic.com2. Call our office at 714-709-8000 to schedule an appointment.FIND US ONLINE HERE:» Website: https://www.lamclinic.com/» Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lamclinic» Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lam_clinic/» Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lamclinic» YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/LAMCLINIC

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If you're looking to improve your health, then you need to include Alpha Lipoic Acid in your diet. This essential nutrient can help you reduce the symptoms of conditions like diabetes, age-related brain damage, and neurodegeneration. Alpha lipoic acid is a powerful antioxidant that has many benefits for your health. In this video, Dr. Anshul Gupta discusses the benefits of Alpha Lipoic Acid, the food sources of alpha lipoic acid and the right dosage of alpha lipoic acid. If you're looking to improve your health and well-being, adding alpha lipoic acid to your diet is a great way to start! Watch this video to learn more00:00 Introduction0:16 What is Alpha Lipoic Acid00:56 What is an Universal Antioxidant01:12 Benefits of Alpha Lipoic Acid01:18 Alpha Lipoic Acid reduces inflammation01:54 Alpha Lipoic Acid improves Insulin Sensitivity02:30 Alpha Lipoic Acid for weight loss03:00 Improve your brain health with Alpha lipoic Acid03:42 Alpha Lipoic Acid combats Brain Health04:00 Alpha Lipoic Acid for skin health04:21 Alpha Lipoic Acid improves immunity04:38 Food Sources of Alpha Lipoic Acid05:58 Benefits of taking Alpha Lipoic Acid supplements06:40 The right dosage of Alpha Lipoic Acid Work with me - https://www.anshulguptamd.com/work-wi...** KNOW MORE AT ** https://www.anshulguptamd.com/foods-t... ** Take This Thyroid Quiz & Evaluate Your Thyroid Health ** https://www.anshulguptamd.com/thyroid... CONNECT ON SOCIAL - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/anshulguptamd/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/anshulguptamdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drguptafunct...Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/anshulguptamd*** KNOW MORE AT ***https://www.anshulguptamd.com/ ***Book a call with Dr. Anshul Gupta ***https://www.anshulguptamd.com/work-with-me/Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/anshulguptamd/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/anshulguptamdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drguptafunctionalmedicine/Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/anshulguptamd

Dr. Tyler Panzner is a Ph.D. scientist trained in pharmacology, cancer, neuroscience, and inflammation research who has had a lifelong passion for understanding how substances affect the body. His passion for genetics and personalized medicine started ~5 years ago and he's pursued his goal of personalizing vitamins, supplements, and lifestyle regimes for each individual. Upon graduating, he joined a clinical genomics company to help personalize cancer treatments. However, he recently left the corporate world to refine his approach on health which he deems "Holistic Genetic Health Optimization." He works with people and uses their genetic data to identify root genetic causes of their ailments and provide natural, targeted supplementation to help fix their health issues as well as truly optimize their biology. Using this approach he believes that not only does daily quality of life improve, but the risk for chronic diseases are greatly reduced. One's underlying genetic code dictates what the body needs to THRIVE, and he's driven to genetically OPTIMIZE the human experience of life. Topics covered in this episode: Pharmacology Supplement Science Genetics Personalized Medicine Supplement Recommendations Genetic Mutations Histamine Gluten Managing Allergies The Future of Personalized Medicine Psychedelics Referenced in the episode: The Lindsey Elmore Show Ep 68 | Treating People, Not Symptoms | Dr. Sara Gottfried The Lindsey Elmore Show Ep 157 | How to Work With Our Genes, Instead of Against Them | Erika Gray The Lindsey Elmore Show Ep 210 | Rewiring an Addicted Brain | Deborah Mash To learn more about Tyler Panzner and his work, head over to https://www.drtylerpanzner.com/ IG @dr.tylerpanzner __________________________________________________________ DNA can seem so elusive and we may think that there's nothing that we can do to impact the expression or suppression of our DNA but that is simply not true. We have supplements that can help to support our happy DNA. N-acetylcysteine, which is necessary for the production of glutathione, We also have selenium that has a powerful role in protecting and repairing our DNA. We also have CoQ10, which is a naturally produced antioxidant in the body but unfortunately many people are on medications that inhibit the production of CoQ10. We also have Alpha Lipoic Acid, a natural antioxidant that is key to protecting DNA from damage. It also helps to protect DNA from harsh chemicals that can be found in industry around us. So, if you've been listening today and you're thinking "It's time I do something to help hack healthier DNA" head to http://www.lindseyelmore.com/healthydna to shop all four of the products, so that you can protect your DNA from free radical damage. __________________________________________________________ Do you want to live a healthy lifestyle but you don't know where to find reliable health education, you don't have someone you can trust to lead you to which health and wellness options are out there. When you go to http://www.Wellnessmadesimple.us you can learn practical skills that you need to build a healthy lifestyle. You'll gain access to more than 85 videos, 11 hours of education and more education is always being added, and you'll join a community that has given more than 2400 positive reviews. All you have to do is get access, and right now we are offering half off of an annual subscription when you shop the code 2023Wellness and after that, watch the coursework, then implement daily changes positively transform your help you can feel better. Go to http://www.Wellnessmadesimple.us to get an annual subscription, and shop the code 2023Wellness for half off of your annual subscription. __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ We hope you enjoyed this episode. Come check us out at www.lindseyelmore.com/podcast.

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Oxidative stress from free radicals is the root of all nongenetic health conditions. Free radicals also worsen genetic conditions. Free radical damage are suspected of causing or accelerating cataracts, Macular Degeneration and Glaucoma. Antioxidant building blocks are needed to create antioxidants in the body. How are antioxidants made? Which food and lifestyle choices create free radicals? Some of the supplements in this podcast episode include glutathione, CoQ10, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Vitamins C, D, and E, resveratrol, carotenoids such as beta-carotene, astaxanthin, meso-zeaxanthin, zeaxanthin, lycopene, lutein, acetyl l cysteine and grape seed extract. You can find many of these supplements and Dr. Grossman's Meso Plus formula on the Natural Eye Care online store.Dr. Marc Grossman is a Holistic Optometrist and co-founder of Natural Eye Care.

This episode is devoted to immune health. I have brought Thomas Pennel back again today to talk about immune health and advise us on which supplements to take to boost our immunity or for acute support when we get sick. Three things that maximize immune function: Building a good gut barrier Building up metabolic reserves Removing things that overstimulate the immune system Guest Bio: Thomas Pennel is an Account Executive who has worked in the supplement and nutrition space for a company called Ortho Molecular Products. After receiving a degree in Integrative Biology from the University of Illinois, a little health scare with his now fiancé gave him his first interaction with functional medicine.  After seeing first-hand how functional medicine impacted her life, this drove him to seek out professional nutrition companies for the opportunity to work with providers and help shape patient care.  He has worked with over 1000 clinics across the Midwest which has included a wide array of practitioners, clinics, and pharmacies.  He has previously worked with practices across Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania and now resides in Iowa where he currently works with over 400 active practices. He uses this experience to help providers consult and bring functional medicine to their patients with a strong focus on improving clinical outcomes.  In this episode: Why it's vital to purchase quality supplements from professional channels. (2:50) Where Ortho Molecular Products sources its products. (7:14) The testing Ortho Molecular Products does on all their raw materials. (8:15) How your immune timeline literally starts in the womb. (11:15) Supplements that will build a nutritional foundation for your immune system. (16:02) Why we need to supplement with Mitochondrial Complex, and how it works. (18:02) How the “power trio” (Acetyl L-Carnitine, Alpha Lipoic Acid, and Acetyl-Cysteine) works to maximize mitochondrial input and output. (19:15) How Mitochondrial Complex helps boost the immune system. (21:41) Why we need Vitamin D for our immune system. (23:10) The main ingredients in Immune Support. (28:48) How probiotics support the immune system. (33:56) What the ingredients in Viracid do for the immune system when we get sick. (45:10) Products that provide acute support for kids when they get sick. (48:50)   Quotes: “If you're a patient who has ever been interested in immune system health or taking something for the immune system, this is probably the most important time ever to seek out professional nutrition. Because if we're not doing professional nutrition at this point, we're really kind of rolling the dice to see what's left or what company has stepped up and just made products to make products.” “Your immune timeline is essentially a timeline of what created you. Because if you think about your immune system as not something that is just happening in this moment. It's not my immune system today at 4 o'clock. It's my immune system as it's grown with me over the last twenty-something years. So this immune system starts from the day you're born. Were you C-section? Were you vaginal delivery? That affects your microbiome. It affects the way your immune system begins to develop literally from the day you were born.” “Metabolic reserve is basically how much I have in my gas tank.” “If we are not able to optimally create ATP at the starting point, then we're going to have problems at the finish line. As our bodies are looking to create energy or looking for energy to use, it's just not going to be there. It just isn't going to happen. So the reason I want to supplement Mitochondrial Complex is we want to give those mitochondria a fighting chance. We want to give those mitochondria all of the micro-nutrients that they could possibly need to keep themselves built and keep themselves healthy and happy.” “Quercetin is basically like zinc's little friend because zinc doesn't like to get into cells. Our cells don't like to bring in zinc for whatever reason. Quercetin acts as what's called a zinc ionophore. So it's able to basically grab zinc, hold its hand, and say now you're coming with me.” “Most of our immune system is housed in our gut. What we're talking about when we talk about that is about 80-90% of our immune system being things like ???? macrophages sitting in our GI tract, ready to catch whatever is going through and say is this my friend? Is this something that I can trust? Is this good for me, or is this something that's not going to be good for me and I need to process?” “We are going to be challenged. Make sure that we are just checking some of these boxes. If we look at coughs or we get whatever may be, it's really much more fun to spend a little bit of money to take some supplements than it is to get sick a bunch of times!”   Links and resources:   Supplements mentioned in this episode: Mitochondrial complex Vitamin D3 with K2 Vitamin D3 with K2 liquid Immune Support Probiotic Complex SbIgG powder SbIgG capsule Vira Support Silver Vitamin D Probiotics (for kids) Use the code DONT GET SICK for 10% off anything mentioned today.  Thomas Pennel on LinkedIn Ortho Molecular Products   Follow Your Longevity Blueprint on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast production by Team Podcast  Related episodes: Episode 96: Gut Aging Connection with Dr. Vincent Pedre Episode 108: What MORE You Need To Know About the Supplement Industry Part 1 with Thomas Pennel Episode 109: What MORE You Need To Know About the Supplement Industry Part 2 with Thomas Pennel

Some supplements may be used periodically for special purposes. Some of these may be recommended for consistent use as well. Supplements such as Alpha Lipoic Acid, N-acetyl Cysteine, Co enzyme Q-10, Phospholipids, and other specialty supplements will be detailed. LINKS:DrA Online YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1FLIaKDzkU5Z0knDYYKyPQ/videos DrA TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dra_online DrA Links www.dranow.com “Get and Stay Healthy” podcast: https://youtu.be/5uFWq27ZjBo COVER-THREE SUPPLEMENT MENTIONED: https://coverthree.com/ Some integrative medicine referral links [for your reference only – no referral or implication of professional superiority is claimed or intended]:NAEM (Environmental Medicine) Providers: https://envmedicine.com/find-a-provider/US Naturopathic Physicians: https://naturopathic.org/search/custom.asp?id=5613 Canadian Naturopathic Physicians: https://www.cand.ca/findmynd/ Digestive Specialists: https://www.gastroanp.org/directoryMold and Environmental Illness Referrals: https://drcrista.com/doctor-finder/ New Hampshire Naturopathic Physicians NHAND.org A4M Integrative referral: https://www.a4m.com/find-a-doctor.htmlAssociation of Naturopathic Medical Colleges www.aanmc.org

See all the Healthcasts at https://www.biobalancehealth.com/healthcast-blog/ Mitochondria are discussed in antiaging advertising like they are understood by the common man.  Even TV discussions and podcasts discuss mitochondria like we are all biology majors, but to most people mitochondria is a word but most people don't know really what they are.  Most people think Mitochondria are “good”, but what are they? Some examples of ads that use the word Mitochondria, reads “Take these Anti-oxidants every day and you will heal your mitochondria, and live longer…” “Your mitochondria are sick and need to be treated with BLANK to bring you back to health, just buy….” In reality, most students of biology and medical doctors are the only people who understand what they are and how they work, what can make them “sick”, and how to make them operate normally within each cell of our body. Simply mitochondria are organelles that take BS and Oxygen and make energy.  You can think of it as “breathing for the cell” , by taking blood sugar and O2 and creating energy, CO2 (carbon dioxide) and water H2O.  Mitochondria are the tiny determiners of our ability to metabolize food and make the energy the cell needs to do its job effectively. I bet you never thought anything about the fact that when you breath oxygen it goes into your blood stream on your red blood cells, and delivered to your tissues by diffusion through capillaries and enters the cells within your tissues…but what does it do then to sustain us?  That is where Mitochondria come in…as they work as I described in the previous paragraph. Another important piece of information about the mitochondria is that they are passed from mother to child, which means your metabolism is secondary to the genes only your mother gave you!  We call this genetic communicator that tells cells how to function metabolically, mitochondrial DNA! To locate our mitochondria, we must take a microscope to the human body, and successively dissect her into smaller and smaller parts:  A whole human body, divided into organ systems eg. Skin, Gastrointestinal system, then divided into smaller parts called tissues such as muscles and neuro-tissue.  Smaller still are the specialized cells that make up the tissues, call cells.  Smaller still are the mitochondria that are located within each cell in the body, providing energy to the cell, to make the whole-body work! Mitochondria are small, oval, sub-cellular “ energy packs” located inside every cell in our bodies.  These small oranelles within our cells turn sugar (glucose) from our food, into ATP (energy) and Carbon Dioxide (CO2).  They act like miniature lungs, taking in sugar which is made of oxygen and carbon, and returning CO2 as a by-product.   Scientists say that mitochondria's activity is “respiration”!  The CO2 passes out of the cell and is excreted by the lungs. So why do we use Mitochondria as a catchword for a way to sway lay people to buy a product to keep them healthy?  It is a way to explain complicated physiology to people who aren't trained in a particular science like medicine or biology, and a way to sell products.  The word mitochondria is associated with sickness and how to get better and it becomes a catch word everyone knows and wants to “fix”. However, if it is a fad or an advertising method to sell something, knowledge of what mitochondria need to make energy, is a valid pursuit.  In short, your cells need plenty of oxygen, healthy foods, exercise and a clean environment to make energy effectively in your mitochondria. Because our food sources do not have adequate nutrition for us and our mitochondria, we must eat foods that are particularly packed with nutrients and or add supplements such as resveratrol, Alpha-Lipoic Acid, L-carnitine and omega 3 oils to heal our “sick mitochondria”. All the while we are trying to “help our mitochondria” with nutritious food and supplements, many of us are inactivating our mitochondria just when we need them most!  How you ask? Those of the many people who take statins are inactivating their mitochondria 24-7.  That is how a statin works!  Statins inactivate mitochondria to decrease the production of cholesterol in the cells.  So why are we killing our ability to make energy and to be healthy, just to decrease our chance of getting heart disease later? Statins are only worth the risk if you have already had a heart attack or are about to have one and have narrowed atherosclerotic arteries.  Statins don't treat anything, but your cholesterol lab values, and only prevent additional buildup of more plaque. Some of my patients think statins are cleaning up the arteries, but they do not do that!  The risk for a heart attack includes blocked arteries, inflammation, smoking and a high Homocysteine level and Family history.  To clean up blood vessels, Zetia is the atherosclerotic cleaner-upper without the risks of a statin!  Zetia leaves your mitochondria alone! To know if you actually have atherosclerotic plaque, you should have a cardiac calcium scan to see if you do or not!  I have high cholesterol, and no plaque (I had one test in 2002, and one in 2019. High cholesterol doesn't necessarily lead to heart disease, but it does definitely stop your mitochondria from working! Since the mitochondria are so important to health, we will talk about How mitochondria can get sick and cause us to be sick in many ways throughout our body.

Welcome back to our weekend Cabral HouseCall shows! This is where we answer our community's wellness, weight loss, and anti-aging questions to help people get back on track! Check out today's questions:    Ashley: Hello! My 7 year old son has very enlarged tonsils. He does have allergies and currently takes monolucast every night. I remember you talking about your daughter having enlarged tonsils and you did a protocol and it helped reduce them. He doesn't snore eveynight but sometimes he does. I don't want to have his removed and was hoping you could share what you did for your daughter and I could possibly try it on him. Thank you for your help and truly appreciate all your help.   Patti: Hi Dr. Cabral Wishing you well. I have listened to all of your podcast referencing breast cancer & many on cancer. I have had breast cancer twice in the same breast. I completed approximately 18 gene tests & none of them were found. I don't eat red meat, dairy or saturated fats & stopped eating eggs which I did not eat often. I do eat pasture raised organic chicken & turkey & wild caught sockeye salmon. Is there any research that they can contribute to an increase in cancer? Thank you as always!!   Jennifer: Hello Dr. Cabral! Thank you for taking the time to try to help me. I'm a huge fan and an avid listener! My naturopath ran bloodwork on my first visit with her and discovered my iron was high (169 with iron saturation at 56, TIBC was 304 and UIBC was 135). She did not check ferritin at the time, but everything else she tested was in the normal range. She had me take Alpha Lipoic Acid for a month and retested me 4 months later. I got "the virus" 2 months before the retest. At the retest, she tested ferritin (just regular ferritin, not saturation or any other measure). This time, my TIBC and UIBC were in the low range at 226 and 106, respectively. My iron went down to 120 and my iron saturation went down to 53. My ferritin was 247. My naturopath wanted me to take Alpha Lipoic Acid again to lower the ferritin, but I wonder about that, as my iron is fine now and my TIBC and UIBC are low. She wants to retest and if my ferritin is still high, start having me get my blood drawn to lower it. I personally wonder if the high ferritin is due to inflammation from the virus or if there's another missing piece here. I'm hoping you can steer me in the right direction of what to test for or any other ideas. Thank you so much for all you do!   Anouk: Hi there, I've been listening to your podcast which has been very eye opening. I have a few questions concerning my PCOS. On 6/18/21 I had a panel done. FSH: 10.3 pg/ml PROGESTERONE: 34 FREE TESTOSTERONE: 116 DHEA, ETRADIOL, T3, FREE T4 , LH, TPO ANTIBODIES, TSH , CORTISOL: ( all in normal range). I started taking all of the supplements below and re-tested on 1/20/22 and my levels were: PROGESTERONE: 13 FREE TESTOSTERONE: 58 DHEA: 2.1 and everything else was in normal range. Since my first lab on 6/18/2020 I have been taking these daily: MYO-INOSITOL, NAC, CURCUMIN, QUERCETIN, OMEGA 3, G.I PROBIOTIC At what point can I stop taking these supplements? I am a 27 year old female I exercise almost daily height 5' 8'' weight 125 My periods have gone from 67 day cycles to 35 days cycles and lasts around 3 days. My skin has cleared up and I know longer experience frequent panic attacks! ( My periods are still extremely painful) I am hoping to not be dependent on these but definitely don't want to risk having my previous symptoms return. Would love to know your insight, thanks again very much appreciate all the information you share. Anouk   Pat: I take an estrogen/hormone blocker as I call it Anastrozole (same as tamoxifen) How should I go about to lose weigh all I do is gain and I watch my carbs and eat very clean and exercise. Is there anything I can do?   Thank you for tuning into today's Cabral HouseCall and be sure to check back tomorrow where we answer more of our community's questions!    - - - Show Notes and Resources: StephenCabral.com/2409 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral's Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitamins Test (Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels) - - - > Complete Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test (Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels) - - - > Complete Food Sensitivity Test (Find out your hidden food sensitivities) - - - > Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test (Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels) - - - Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall: StephenCabral.com/askcabral - - - Would You Take 30 Seconds To Rate & Review The Cabral Concept? 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One of the front-line treatment approaches to mitochondrial disease is use of a combination, unique to each patient based on symptoms and diagnosis, of vitamins and supplements such as Coenzyme Q10, B-vitamins, L-Carnitine, Creatine and Alpha Lipoic Acid. Compounding pharmacists Saad Dinno, RPh, and Dr. Virginia Tawa, PharmD, from Acton Pharmacy answer everything you wanted to know about the ingredients which make up the mysterious "Mito Cocktail." What is a compounding pharmacist? How do ingredients in the Mito cocktail different from a compounding pharmacist than an over-the-counter source? What are the side effects of the vitamins & supplements used to support adults and children with mitochondrial disease? Which vitamins and supplements are most commonly included in a treatment regimen?

Ray's Healthy Minute About Alpha Lipoic Acid And Diabetes

How can Alpha Lipoic Acid help with weight loss? Let's take a look at ALA supplements, effective doses, side effects, and how you can effectively use it for weight loss.

While laser therapy is a great tool to help reduce diabetic neuropathy symptoms and promote healing, there are a few things that diabetic patients can do in addition to laser therapy to help reduce neuropathy. Dr. Rountree and Kristi discuss the importance of diet, exercise, as well as things you should avoid as a diabetic. Dr. Rountree explains how cellular mechanisms are affected by diabetes, thereby causing neuropathy, and he goes over how Alpha Lipoic Acid works on a cellular level to fight the progression of neuropathy.  We have begun live-streaming this podcast. Watch this episode on Facebook right here, and see the next episode LIVE in two weeks!Study mentioned in this episode:Diabetes and alpha lipoic acidPodcast Episodes on Neuropathy:EP 62 Diabetic Neuropathy EP 34 Treatments Proven to Work for CIP Neuropathy SymptomsEP 28 Diabetic Neuropathy: How it Happens and Treatment OptionsEP 8 Peripheral NeuropathyVisit the LTI website for more information and to find a laser therapy provider near you.  Are you a healthcare provider?Laser Therapy Institute Podcast  YouTube ChannelHealing at the Speed of Light  

After losing his mother, sister, and maternal grandmother to colon cancer, Al Sanchez committed his life to finding better options, access to information, and quality of life for those stricken with cancer and other degenerative diseases. Being an automotive engineer, he had to go back to school to gain a better understanding of the human body. One thing that became apparent to him was mitochondria's critical role in helping the body heal itself. Whether cancer, chronic illness, or metabolic diseases, the upstream event that caused it was cellular fatigue. Without optimal energy production by our cells, we become vulnerable to illness.Once you start repairing cellular metabolism by providing energy to the mitochondria, then the body can heal itself as it was designed to. Join us in this conversation and learn more about the basic metabolism of the cell and how Poly MVA can help improve cellular energy to heal the body. Key Takeaways- Meet Al Sanchez (01:45)- The basic metabolism of the cell (03:07)- Cellular energy is key to health (07:14)- Epigenetics – is it genes or the environment? (10:44)- Energizing the immune system (14:52)- Benefits of Poly-MVA (20:51)- Lipoic Acid Mineral Complexes (22:36)- The elixir of life (30:35)Additional Resourcespolymva.com------ditchthequickfix.com/Do you want to improve your physical health? Learn More Here---------You can find the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts.If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts!

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://gailraegarwood.wordpress.com/2019/07/01/will-b12-and-alpha-lipoic-acid-get-me-back-to-dancing-sooner/

Join MitoAction and Acton Pharmacy’s Clinical Pharmacist, Ted Toufas as we revisit and provide the latest updates about the mito cocktail! The mito cocktail is one of the front-line treatment approaches to mitochondrial disease and uses a combination, unique to each patient based on symptoms and diagnosis, of vitamins and supplements such as Coenzyme Q10, B-vitamins, L-Carnitine, Creatine, and Alpha Lipoic Acid. About the Speaker Dr. Ted Toufas is a Clinical Pharmacist and Pharmacist-in-Charge of the Compounding Lab who has a Bachelor’s of Science from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Biochemistry & Genetics, and a Doctorate of Pharmacy from MCPHS University. He has a passion for learning and imparting information to patients and colleagues. Ted has received training in compounding medications, hazardous drug compounding, veterinary compounding and Quality Assurance. Working closely with physicians and patients, he develops formulations that would best suit patient needs. Under his supervision, Acton Pharmacy’s compounding lab has gained accreditation with the Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board and is the first in New England (3rd in the USA) to have a certificate of distinction in hazardous medication compounding. He has been at Acton Pharmacy in one capacity or another since 2005, and strives for a continuous improvement in the quality of healthcare for our patients.

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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) affects up to 5 million women today!  So many women suffer from this and we want to inform of you some of the updates to our initial PCOS podcast episode! We discussed inositol, myo-inositol and d-chiro-inositol forms, Vitamin D, omega-3, zinc, vitex (chastetree berry), black cohosh, phytoestrogens, licorice, chromium, cinnamon and n-acetylcysteine, exercise, dietary changes, mind-body therapies and more! Today, we are going to discuss the research on: 1. Spearmint  2. Selenium 3. Flaxseed 4. Aloe Vera 5. Green Tea 6. Alpha Lipoic Acid 7. Berberine 8. And my favorite: Acupuncture!!! (specifically electroacupuncture) So hope you find this helpful! Share with a friend (or two or three!) as we need to learn as much as we can about PCOS to help prevent and hopefully treat this for good! Shownotes HERE! ---------------------------------------------------------------- Our Manifestation 4-Step Hypnosis Recordings is Still Available on Our Website for a Limited Time You can sign up here! ------------------------------------------------------------------ Don't forget to check out our social media, FOLLOW and leave us a comment! 1. Instagram @Health_Is_PowHer 2. Facebook  3. Pinterest ------------------------------------------------------------------ We hope you enjoy the episode and if you do, please SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW So you can help us increase our reach to help more women awaken their best selves, have more energy, and live the life they dreamed of while healing and recovering from any pain and health issues! ----------------------------------------------------------------- The Health Is PowHer wellness coaching members club has launched! We'd love to have you and if you're interested in awakening your best self, having more energy, and living the life to your full health potential, and are determined to feel better then check us out with the link below! https://healthispowher.com/health-is-powher-members-club/

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HNBBXM7ZUPw Get this episode on your favourite podcast player here: https://christianyordanov.com/28-david-tomen/On this episode of Connecting Minds we have part 3 of 3 with David Tomen of NootropicsExpert.com where we discuss using nootropic supplements for specific purposes.Today's topic is nootropics for healthy aging and preventing neurodegeneration.Links to David's resources and social media:Website: https://NootropicsExpert.com​Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9OJP2cnNB04NacojV9MZWgTwitter: https://twitter.com/davidtomen​David's book Head First: https://nootropicsexpert.com/head-first/Best Nootropics for the Aging Brain: https://nootropicsexpert.com/best-nootropics-for-the-aging-brain/13 Nootropics to Boost BDNF: https://nootropicsexpert.com/13-nootropics-to-boost-bdnf/Best Nootropics for Anxiety: https://nootropicsexpert.com/best-nootropics-for-anxiety/Top 7 Nootropic Adaptogens to Conquer Anxiety and Stress: https://nootropicsexpert.com/top-7-nootropic-adaptogens-to-conquer-anxiety-and-stress/If you like this episode, you may also like:Ep18 Using Nootropics To Optimise Your Brain Health and Mental Performance w/ David TomenYouTube: https://youtu.be/T1mXmooz53sWebsite: https://christianyordanov.com/18-david-tomen/Ep23 Nootropics to Reduce Anxiety and Promote Relaxation w/ David TomenYouTube: https://youtu.be/rdMbqIhFGiMWebsite: https://christianyordanov.com/23-david-tomen/Links to Christian's book and social media:My first book Autism Wellbeing Plan: How to Get Your Child Healthy - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B084GBBDL9Website: https://christianyordanov.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/christian_yordaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBu5V9XLVnr-Mlh8etxiG4wFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristianYordanovCoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/christian_yordanov/

In Part 3, Jeanne Drisko MD, an expert in the administration of intravenous vitamin C, will explore its use in cancer. Dr Drisko will talk about what to add to the bag of IVC  and what not to add when preparing to treat cancer patients. This includes glutathione and alpha lipoic acid additions on the day of administration of IVC and the use on alternate days. 

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GVpWx3RW3qU Get this episode on your favourite podcast player here: https://christianyordanov.com/26-david-tomen/On this episode of Connecting Minds we have part 2 of 3 with David Tomen of NootropicsExpert.com where we discuss using nootropic supplements for specific purposes.Today's topic is nootropics for energy!Links to David's resources and social media:Website: https://NootropicsExpert.com​Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9OJP2cnNB04NacojV9MZWgTwitter: https://twitter.com/davidtomen​David's book Head First: https://nootropicsexpert.com/head-first/Best Nootropics for Anxiety: https://nootropicsexpert.com/best-nootropics-for-anxiety/Top 7 Nootropic Adaptogens to Conquer Anxiety and Stress: https://nootropicsexpert.com/top-7-nootropic-adaptogens-to-conquer-anxiety-and-stress/If you like this episode, you may also like:Ep18 Using Nootropics To Optimise Your Brain Health and Mental Performance w/ David TomenYouTube: https://youtu.be/T1mXmooz53sWebsite: https://christianyordanov.com/18-david-tomen/Ep23 Nootropics to Reduce Anxiety and Promote Relaxation w/ David TomenYouTube: https://youtu.be/rdMbqIhFGiMWebsite: https://christianyordanov.com/23-david-tomen/Links to Christian's book and social media:My first book Autism Wellbeing Plan: How to Get Your Child Healthy - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B084GBBDL9Website: https://christianyordanov.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/christian_yordaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBu5V9XLVnr-Mlh8etxiG4wFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristianYordanovCoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/christian_yordanov/

In this week's edition of the Healthy and Strong podcast, Dr. Harrison shines a specific light on a very helpful non-essential nurtrient, Alpha Lipoic acid or Lipoic acid (ALA). She discusses the multitude of ways how ALA can help your body and health. To book an appointment, go to www.incrediblehealthcenter.com PhytoMulti with Iron is definitely one of my favorite multivitamins. Everyone should do a detox every 6 months due to all the chemicals in our world. ClearChange is a detox program that only takes 10 days. There is no restriction on how much you may eat, but there are restrictions on what types of things you may eat. For all of your vitamin and supplement needs, go to www.incrediblehealth.metagenics.com to order. Any purchase made through our affiliate link provides a commission to Incredible Health which helps us to be able to provide this podcast. We refuse to promote any product that we do not believe in. We appreciate your support.

Mitochondria are the “battery packs” in our cells that produce the energy our cells and organ systems need to function. Learn about the lifestyle measures, nutrition, and supplements that can help support mitochondrial health and renewal to keep your cells young-like and healthy in this episode of the Thorne Podcast. During this episode you’ll learn about: Lipman’s journey into medicine [1:20] Mitochondrial health [3:16] Supporting mitochondrial function [5:52] Mitochondrial renewal [6:22] Steps to support mitochondrial renewal [8:00] Mitochondrial biogenesis [8:49] What lowers mitochondria? [9:49] Mitochondria and Parkinson’s [10:50] Mitochondria health and disease [11:33] Free radicals [12:04] Healthy aging and your mitochondria [14:25] Alpha-Lipoic Acid [14:44] CoQ10 [15:49] Nicotinamide Riboside [17:30] Mitochondria and NAD+ [17:43] B vitamins [18:00] DNA repair [18:38] NR and resveratrol [19:22] NAD+ vs. NR supplements [20:00] Questions from the community [22:47] Do athletes have more/better mitochondria? [22:54] Exercise and promoting mitochondria [23:07] Mito Diet: Foods and nutrients for mitochondrial health [22:40] Avoiding excessive carbs [25:36] CoQ10, Alpha-Lipoic Acid, Nicotinamide Riboside [27:42] Quercetin [28:20] What organs mitochondrial products? [29:00] How to repair damaged mitochondria and cellular health? [29:52] Fasting [31:17] Does every cell in the body have mitochondria? [31:52] Explaining the difference between NR, NAD+, NADH, and NMN. Can too much NR overload your cells? [35:00] Resources to topics mentioned in this episode: Five Ways You Can Benefit From Supplementing with Nicotinamide Riboside (NR) Nutritional Supplement to Support Healthy Aging: ResveraCel® Can Your Body Keep Up with Its Energy Demands? What You Should Know About Healthy Aging Why It's Important to Methylate While Taking Nicotinamide Riboside Subscribe To More Content Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing to the show on your podcast app. You can also learn more about what we talked about by visiting Thorne.com and checking out the latest news, videos, and stories on Thorne’s Take 5 Daily blog. * These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

What makes broccoli and spinach so healthy? One particular compound found naturally in these foods is alpha-lipoic acid, a powerful antioxidant.  Listen in this week as Dee explains the various foods and other sources of alpha-lipoic acid and the roles it plays in metabolic health such as managing blood sugar, blood pressure, weight loss and more. Link to purchase Alpha-Lipoic Acid: https://amzn.to/3bxkyuK

SHR # 2664:: The Fit Father Project PLUS Stabilized R-Alpha Lipoic Acid - The Fit Father Project w/ Dr. Anthony Balduzzi - Exercises to Turn Back The Clock Raise Low Testosterone and more...Dr. Anthony Balduzzi is the founder of wildly popular 'Fit Father Project', where they've helped over 30,000 families in over 100 countries lose weight and get healthy. His focus is on hormones, nutrition and the proper exercise that builds ongoing success. A former national champion bodybuilder, he blends physical culture with science based medicine. Go to http://shrnetwork.biz/fitfather for a free workout and meal plan. Stabilized R-Alpha Lipoic Acid w/ Chris Dziak - R-ALA is a powerful antioxidant that also helps stabilize blood sugar and can actually be used to help you loose body fat. This stabilized form offers greater bioavailability so you can take less and still enjoy the enhanced antioxidant activity, cellular energy production and general metabolic function. Go to http://shrnetwork.biz/pure and use code SHR30 to save 30% off this already low price on stabilized R-Alpha Lipoic Acid today.

SHR # 2664:: The Fit Father Project PLUS Stabilized R-Alpha Lipoic Acid - The Fit Father Project w/ Dr. Anthony Balduzzi - Exercises to Turn Back The Clock Raise Low Testosterone and more...Dr. Anthony Balduzzi is the founder of wildly popular 'Fit Father Project', where they've helped over 30,000 families in over 100 countries lose weight and get healthy. His focus is on hormones, nutrition and the proper exercise that builds ongoing success. A former national champion bodybuilder, he blends physical culture with science based medicine. Go to http://shrnetwork.biz/fitfather for a free workout and meal plan. Stabilized R-Alpha Lipoic Acid w/ Chris Dziak - R-ALA is a powerful antioxidant that also helps stabilize blood sugar and can actually be used to help you loose body fat. This stabilized form offers greater bioavailability so you can take less and still enjoy the enhanced antioxidant activity, cellular energy production and general metabolic function. Go to http://shrnetwork.biz/pure and use code SHR30 to save 30% off this already low price on stabilized R-Alpha Lipoic Acid today.

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Are you chewing on a cookie right now or eating a peanut butter cup? You are addicted…the after the holiday sugar craving have gotten you! Have they really? Yes, sugar is addicting. Your glucose is up in fat storing mode and then it crashes lower than ever, making you crave the carbs to bring it back up. This roller coaster will help you gain weight and store fat. So what should you do? Listen to this short podcast and get that glucose level back to normal and stabilized. Using Designs for Health, my go to dietary supplement champs, I recommend: berberine, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Inositol, and if you really need a boost, Dopa. Berberine: https://onenutrition.ehealthpro.com/pro.../berberine-synergyALA:https://onenutrition.ehealthpro.com/.../lipoic-acid...Inositol:https://onenutrition.ehealthpro.com/.../inositol-capsules...And if needed, Dopaboost:https://onenutrition.ehealthpro.com/.../dopaboost-60...You will feel better in about a week or two and be back on your optimal track to good health.Need more help? Let’s talk. Go to my website below and listen to my introduction video then sign up for a discovery call. Start the New Year right for yourself!LET'S GET YOUR LIFE BACK:Want help? Book a discovery call with this link below to see how I can help you:https://amiehornaman.com/book-a-call.html

Talk to a Dr. Berg Keto Consultant today and get the help you need on your journey (free consultation). Call 1-540-299-1557 with your questions about Keto, Intermittent Fasting, or the use of Dr. Berg products. Consultants are available Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 10 PM EST. Saturday & Sunday from 9 AM to 6 PM EST. USA Only. Get Dr. Berg's Veggie Solution today! • Flavored (Sweetened) - http://bit.ly/3nHbNTs • Plain (Unflavored) - http://bit.ly/3as0x9U Take Dr. Berg's Free Keto Mini-Course! Check out these amazing benefits of alpha-lipoic acid. Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio: Dr. Berg, 51 years of age is a chiropractor who specializes in weight loss through nutritional & natural methods. His private practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. His clients include senior officials in the U.S. government & the Justice Department, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning. Dr. Berg's Website: http://bit.ly/37AV0fk Dr. Berg's Recipe Ideas: http://bit.ly/37FF6QR Dr. Berg's Reviews: http://bit.ly/3hkIvbb Dr. Berg's Shop: http://bit.ly/3mJcLxg Dr. Berg's Bio: http://bit.ly/3as2cfE Dr. Berg's Health Coach Training: http://bit.ly/3as2p2q Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drericberg Messenger: https://www.messenger.com/t/drericberg Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrBergDC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drericberg/ YouTube: http://bit.ly/37DXt8C

Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode, Chantel got to speak with Dr. Bob Melamede. He has a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry and is a recognized leader on the therapeutic uses of cannabis. In 2005, Dr. Bob retired as Chairman of the Biology Department at University of Colorado, where he taught and researched cannabinoids, cancer, and DNA repair.    In this episode we answered the following questions: How to turn on fat burning? How to fix your Psoriasis issues? How do you know if you are eating out of balance? How do you know that you are eating too many carbohydrates? What are the supplements that can turn on Fat Burning? What is the NAC and Alpha Lipoic Acid? How to deal with Vitamin D deficiency? How much Vitamin C should you take per day? How Cannabis plant can help you? Enjoy! Kick Sugar 30-Day Challenge: https://chantelrayway.com/kicksugar/      Leave us a review: https://chantelrayway.com/review/  Share YOUR Story: https://chantelrayway.com/contact/ Check out the VIDEO COURSE here: https://chantelrayway.com/video-course/ Check out Young Living right here: https://chantelrayway.com/youngliving/   Zinzino: https://chantelrayway.com/zinzino/  Check out Beauty Counter right here: https://www.beautycounter.com/chantelray CLEAN YOUR HANDS With This INCREDIBLE Non-Toxic Hand Soap: http://click.mygreenfills.com/aff_c?offer_id=36&aff_id=2703  Check out the FASTING RESET SUMMIT HERE: https://fastingresetsummit.com/   Listen to the new audiobook as a podcast HERE: https://chantelrayway.com/purchase-audio-book/ Purchase on Amazon Here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/intermittentfastingthechantelrayway  Free Video Preview: https://chantelrayway.com/top-12-thin-eater-tips-free-video/   Check out these things I LOVE: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/  Strengthen your immune system with Vitamin C: https://chantelrayway.com/vitaminc/  Protein Powder: https://store.chantelrayway.com/products/complete-protein-shake-vanilla & https://store.chantelrayway.com/products/complete-protein-shake-chocolate   Enjoy refreshing, all-natural wine: https://chantelrayway.com/wine/ Enjoy a FREE smoothie recipe book: https://chantelrayway.com/freerecipe/ Re-energize with nutritious algae Energybits: https://chantelrayway.com/energybits  Castor Oil: https://chantelrayway.com/castoroil   Foraineam 1 oz bottles: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07S1L97J9/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B07S1L97J9&linkCode=as2&tag=chantelray-20&linkId=68f0c0dc0102955a00a378cf68aa7c7f Bekith 3 oz bottles: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07XBSCCVT/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B07XBSCCVT&linkCode=as2&tag=chantelray-20&linkId=bcf8e80b98cded81e33cf23f3a75a339  Get the audiobook & e-book bundle of Chantel's 2nd edition to Waist Away The Chantel Ray Way at a REDUCED price HERE!   Connect with us on Social Media: YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay     Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay   This podcast is a SIMPRONTO MEDIA production.   ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

In this Be Perfectly Healthy podcast interview with Dr. Erich Acebedo, MD, we discuss how to safely and effectively detox the body from a variety of toxins. We look at what does the word “detox” really mean, what are the main toxins we need to eliminate from our bodies, how often we should be detoxing, and the different treatments and supplements that can help support the body's detoxification pathways. Interview Links 21-Day Detox by Standard Process (Sold in-store only at Center for New Medicine) https://www.gdx.net/product/nutreval-fmv-nutritional-test-blood-urine (Nutra-Eval Test by Genova) https://www.shopcfnmedicine.com/products/ala?variant=17638321455174 (Alpha Lipoic Acid) https://www.shopcfnmedicine.com/collections/featured-products-collections/products/curcumin95?variant=17639378583622 (Turmeric (Curcumin))  https://www.cfnmedicine.com/infared-sauna-therapy (Infrared Sauna) https://www.cfnmedicine.com/hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy (Hyperbaric Chamber Therapy) https://www.cfnmedicine.com/pemf-class-iv-laser (PEMF - Pulsed Electro-Magnetic Field Therapy) https://www.shopcfnmedicine.com/products/4gutrepairph120capsules?_pos=1&_sid=d155daeb4&_ss=r&variant=20732389654598 (4 Gut Repair) - includes milk thistle, l-glutamine, NAC, aloe vera and more https://www.shopcfnmedicine.com/products/theralac?_pos=6&_sid=bf0a5ec1b&_ss=r&variant=17638551715910 (Probiotics)  Liposomal Glutathione (Sold in-store only at Center for New Medicine) N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine (NAC) (Sold in-store only at Center for New Medicine) Carbon C60 (Sold in-store only at Center for New Medicine) Detox Bath: https://www.shopcfnmedicine.com/products/ultraepsomsalt5lbbag?_pos=1&_sid=9d66f8931&_ss=r&variant=29420397133894 (Epsom Salts) + https://amzn.to/2ISPydX (Magnetic Clay Bath) + https://www.shopcfnmedicine.com/products/sodiumbicarbonate1lb?_pos=1&_sid=95df52cdf&_ss=r&variant=29210525466694 (Aluminum-Free Baking Soda) *For detox bath, add 2 cups of epsom salts, 1 cup of baking soda, and ½ cup magnetic clay to your bath and soak for at least 20 minutes. Dr. Acebedo's Detoxification Routine Carbon C60 - daily NAC - daily Milk Thistle - daily Taurine - daily Probiotics - daily Coffee Enema - once a week Detox Bath - 3-4 times a week Infrared Sauna - 2-3 times a week 5-day fast - twice a year Where to Find Dr. Erich Acebedo, MD https://www.cfnmedicine.com/eric-acebedo-md (CFNM Bio) Where to Find Host, Leigh Ann Lindsey https://www.leighannlindsey.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/leighannlindsey/ (Instagram) Center for New Medicine Information https://www.cfnmedicine.com/ (Website) Booking Phone Number: (949) 680-1880 Email: info@cfnmedicine.com

Episode 81: My Daily Anti-Aging Supplement Routine

Alpha-Lipoic-Acid is one of the most important antioxidants in our body that plays crucial roles in numerous body systems. It plays a critical role in fending off harmful free radicals and toxins, along with many other functions in the body.  Take advantage of an exclusive podcast offer today by visiting www.invitehealth.com/podcast or by clicking here. For more information on the products or studies mentioned in this episode, click here. 

Show notes at https://thesternmethod.com/al-sanchez Al Sanchez is the current president of AMARC Enterprises who are the worldwide distributors of Lipoic Acid Mineral Complexes, sold in supplement form as Poly-MVA.  After losing his mother, sister and grandmother to colon cancer, Al joined his father in the quest to help those stricken with cancer and other health challenges find a better quality of life.  Like so many others, Al is strong in his belief that we can vastly improve the health of the world with educated choices, improved diet and lifestyle and natural nutritional support products like Poly-MVA.   ***Resources Mentioned***   Poly-MVA Website (use code “STERN” for $25 off your first bottle) *** In This Episode: This is only the second product-focused podcast in the Anti-Cancer Revolution Series which says a lot about how highly Ryan rates Poly-MVA, a unique Lipoic Acid Mineral Complex that is designed to provide energy for compromised body systems.  In this episode Ryan and Al put the spotlight on mitochondria, the critical role they play in helping the body heal itself, and why it’s so important that we support them. They take a deep dive into cell metabolism, oxygenation and inflammation and uncover how, in the right environment, these factors can turn a healthy cell into a cancer cell.  So tune in and discover for yourself what it is about Poly-MVA that makes it so well regarded by Ryan and many naturopathic doctors.  You represent a product, you're not a doctor CEO of Armac enterprises   We have seen each other at numerous conferences. If I recall one of them you were giving yourself IV PolyMVA... I practice what I preach! I live an anti-cancer life. It's easier to prevent than to treat or cure Mother passed away from cancer at 36, sister at 40 – it's in my epigenetics What got your Dad into making this product? His mother died in 1972. She went the conventional treatment route. Al’s father looked at different options but very short window, didn't have 'time' to implement alternative treatments Father moved to San Diago and met people in the integrative world Al’s sister Tina passed away and this was the driver for Al to begin working with his father and Poly-MVA  When I've heard you speak you focus on not just your product, but on helping people really understand what's going on Driven by desire to help and empower people How metabolism and mitochondria play a role Used to a system where you do as a the Doctor says With cancer your options are chemo, surgery or radiation. If that doesn't work, you die Common sense tells you there has to be more than that Al's goal is to be a 'bridge builder' between conventional and naturopathic sides of medicine Tell us about the concept of metabolic medicine and how it ties into mitochondria and cancer With the flu you rest, take supplements, the immune system kicks in, body repairs itself, you're okay Cancer is a whole different scenario but the approach is the same – fatigue, body is trying to fight it By not supporting mitocondria we're not helping the body heal itself Is the concept about giving the immune system more energy to do its job? Yes, in its simplest terms Rest is how our body restores itself Metabolic protocols target the metabolism.  Metabolism needs to be at its highest level so the immune system, liver, kidneys etc can draw down on it for energy What specifically are we talking about with cellular metabolism and mitochondria?  Mitochondria are the powerhouses of our cells. They provide the energy for them to function properly – repair, heal etc Trillions of mitochondria are required in our bodies just to keep us going  Mitochondria have their own DNA When you have cancer your mitochondria become dysfunctional and they start utilizing sugar differently to healthy cells It’s more complex than simply avoiding sugar 1/3 of calories go to the brain, 1/3 to processing/digesting, 1/3 is left for the rest of the body Diet is critical for cancer patients in terms of how their body is able to fight cancer Eat a low carb, high fibre, balanced amount of protein The more natural the better What's your take on cancer being a metabolic disease vs epigenetics? It's both, there's a synergy Epigentics and environment play a role, your genes play a role What's the difference between anaerobic and aerobic respiration in terms of cancer cells using oxygen or not? Cancer cells need a little oxygen but not in the same way normal cells do Oxygenation is is the key differentiator between anaerobic (very low oxygen) and aerobic (oxygen) Why is oxygen harmful to a cancer cell? It creates a better environment in the body for healthy cells  Enhances metabolism, improves energy, promotes healing environment Dr Paul Anderson Naturopathic Oncologist says "I don't care about your cancer cells as much as your healthy cells"... Small tumor versus the whole body Ensure body is as healthy as it can be then use targeted therapies to go after the tumor Support immune system, oxygenate the body, support metabolism Where does inflammation fall in all this? Inflammation is irritation of the body Prolonged irritation to any tissue means it can't function or heal Overtime you get an abnormal cell Cancer was once defined as "the wound that doesn't heal" due to lactic acid and low oxygenation The body also uses inflammation as a trigger to heal Problem is with continually high inflammatory markers Turmeric and other antioxidants, IVs, hydration, oxygenation all help reduce inflammation Isn't treating inflammation just like suppressing a symptom? Shouldn't we be going after the cause of the inflammation? Often hard to determine the cause of the inflamation Epigenetics mean diet and lifestyle looks different from one person to another There's enough research out there to know what we need to avoid e.g. alcohol, inflammatory foods Gut health critical for immune system and extracting nutrients out of food effectively What turns a regular cell into a cancer cell? How does it form? What happens in the presence of inflammation, bad metabolic function, low oxygen etc? Process is called acogensis - the birth of a cancer cell In utero two cells come together to create a single cell - each bringing different information This cell replicated many many times similarly to a cancer cell At some point in the process this replication stops and cells get the directions to become the cells they're meant to be Difference is these cells replicate under good healthy metabolism with controls Cancer cells are missing the healthy metabolism and controls and gets stuck in the replication cycle  Wherever this cancer starts e.g. liver, skin etc is the 'type' of cancer diagnosed Everyone has cancer cells in their body. They also should have the repair and anti-cancer mechanisms to deal with them On the one hand it's simple on the other hand it's not... The difficulty with cancer is that it's our own cells  By the time cancer gets to stage 3 or 4 it's established and has brought down the immune system Then it's chemo, radiation or surgery which often doesn't work Where does Lipoic Acid Mineral Complex fall in with all this? Poly-MVA Founder Dr. Merrill Garnett was exploring Otto Warburg’s theory  Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) and Thiamine are cofactors of mitochondria energy production in the KREB Cycle This cycle is where energy gets created, oxygenation takes place, sugar gets broken down and ATP gets produced It's about producing energy but also transporting and utilizing that energy to do what needs to get done Combining ALA and Thiamine creates a mechanism to support this pathway So Poly-MVA supports energy production and transportation in a healthy cell while simultaneously impeding it in a cancer cell? Not necessarily impeding a cancer cell Apoptosis is cell death. A cancer cell has lost the programming to invoke apoptosis   However a cancer cell could receive a signal for apoptosis If you start shuttling electrons or creating energy inside the mitochondria of a dysfunctional cellI it is possible to shut it down or restore proper metabolic function  ALA and Thiamine are cofactors in this approach, as well as oxygenation of the tissue One of the main selling points of red light therapy is that it supports mitocondria. So people say a cancer patient doesn't want to stimulate mitochondria as you stimulate the cancer cell mitochondria? Light therapies in general are photodynamic therapies In its simplest form - plants need sunlight to grow Cancer cells are undergoing glycolysis. They are no longer functioning metabolically as a normal cell If you're aerobic, using oxygen, red light will stimulate Cancer cells are survivors and adaptable How does high intensity interval training help mitochondria? Are you getting the same benefits as a shot of Poly-MVA?   Exercising provides mitochondria, cells, tissues etc with everything they need to be efficient Wouldn't recommend this to cancer patient as immune system is so low Light exercise is beneficial. The more you engage the mitochondria the more you engage your metabolism There are different state of metabolism when healthy  Metabolism provides energy Bodies become less efficient when we age. Exercise improves efficiency Poly-MVA also helps with the side effects of conventional treatment. Is that correct? Right. It helps your metabolism and keep your mitochondria healthy In Poly-MVA the ALA is bound together with the thiamine to create the redox molecule Up regulates and protects the cell and supports mitocondria Many naturopathic oncologists Ryan has spoken to recommend Poly-MVA to their cancer patients  What's the difference between oral consumption and IV in terms of benefits? IV goes straight into the bloodstream. bypassing digestive system so tissues get higher concentration  IV helps advanced patients who need a lot of initial support  What are the dosing guidelines for IV Poly-MVA Dosage is dependant on the physician's protocol and what is needed Dr Paul Anderson provides online physician training How do you get hold of Poly-MVA? From polymva.com to ensure the product can be guaranteed Special offer for listeners Use this link and the code STERN at checkout for $25 off your first bottle.  If you have a question or comment about this episode let us know below!!

In this episode of 'Bands and Botanicals' we break down the myths about pain, what kind of pain to look out for, and some tips and treatments in order to manage that pain. Lets face it, almost everyone has some kind of injury. So whether you are seeking herbal treatments or more insight into your movement, we got it covered. There are varying types of pain that you should stay aware of. We talk about everything from acute pain, recurring pain, chronic pain, sharp pain, pain with swelling, painful pops, and nerve pain. You can look at us as the Bubba Gump Shrimp of Pain! Even with all those "bad pains," remember, not all pain is bad. That muscle fatigue that sets in after a great workout....? That's just you applying adequate amounts of stress to the body, so that it may adapt and strengthen. Learning the difference can save you a lot of time and worry. We also discuss common pain, such as tendonitis, stress fractures, excessive soreness, and arthritis caused be the degeneration of cartilage. Paula brings her botanical knowledge into the conversation by offering herbal remedies as a non pharmaceutical therapy for pain management. Her remedies cover everything from anti-inflammatories, to supporters of blood circulation, and even solutions for scarring. The herbs mentioned in this podcast include: Meadowsweet with celery juice, Ginko, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Calamus, B- Vitamins, Omega- 3 Fatty Acids, Turmeric, Grapeseed Oil, Saint John's Wart, Passion Flower, Epsom Salt with Lavender, Arnica Creams and Ointments. Connect with us : @botanically_curious @daniellemcrease Support the show and get additional content, recipes and workouts : https://www.patreon.com/bandsandbotanicals --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bandsandbotanicals/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bandsandbotanicals/support

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2020.10.16.342121v1?rss=1 Authors: Gligorijevic, N., Sukalovic, V., Miljus, G., Nedic, O., Penezic, A. Abstract: Binding of dihydro-alpha-lipoic acid (DHLA) to human serum albumin (HSA) was characterised in detail in this study. Binding process was monitored by spectroscopic methods and molecular docking approach. HSA binds DHLA with moderate affinity, 0.80 {+/-} 0.007 x 104 M-1. Spectroscopic data demonstrated that the preferential binding site for DHLA on HSA is IIA (Sudlow I). Hydrogen bonds and electrostatic interactions were identified as the key binding interactions. DHLA binding thermally stabilized HSA, yet it had no effect on HSA structure and its susceptibility to trypsin digestion. Molecular docking confirmed that Sudlow I site accommodated DHLA in a certain conformation in order for binding to occur. Molecular dynamic simulation showed that formed complex is stable. Reported results offer future perspectives for investigations regarding the use of DHLA as a dietary intervention but also raise concerns about the effectiveness of alpha-lipoic acid and DHLA in treatment of patients with COVID-19. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info

Do you remember in 1977 when people were eating poisonous mushrooms? That event turned Dr. Berkson’s medical career around! Dr. Berkson was trained very conventionally, but when people were dying of liver failure from eating poisonous mushrooms, his PhD study of fungi turned his career from conventional medicine to a more natural approach. Dr. Berkson, along with his friend Dr. Fred Barter, discovered a treatment plan using Alpha Lipoic Acid that showed to reverse liver damage. In fact, 75 out of 79 patients treated with Alpha Lipoic Acid therapy regenerated their liver , preventing transplant surgery! Join Dr. Hotze with his special guest Dr. Burton Berkson, of The Integrative Medical Center in Las Cruces, New Mexico. He is also the author of best-selling book, Alpha Lipoic Acid Breakthrough. Lipoic Acid is a natural molecule that is produced by every cell in the body. It converts your food to energy, recycles antioxidants (i.e. Vitamins C & D), stimulates glutathione production, restores T-cell function, and stimulates healthy mitochondria function. Taken orally, Lipoic Acid is absorbed immediately. Watch now and subscribe to our podcasts at www.HotzePodcast.com. If you have any of the signs and symptoms mentioned on this podcast, take our free symptom checker test at https://www.hotzehwc.com/symptom-checker/ For more information about Dr. Berkson, visit www.Drberkson.com. His book, The Alpha Lipoic Acid Breakthrough, is available on Amazon.

Do you remember in 1977 when people were eating poisonous mushrooms? That event turned Dr. Berkson’s medical career around! Dr. Berkson was trained very conventionally, but when people were dying of liver failure from eating poisonous mushrooms, his PhD study of fungi turned his career from conventional medicine to a more natural approach. Dr. Berkson, along with his friend Dr. Fred Barter, discovered a treatment plan using Alpha Lipoic Acid that showed to reverse liver damage. In fact, 75 out of 79 patients treated with Alpha Lipoic Acid therapy regenerated their liver , preventing transplant surgery! Join Dr. Hotze with his special guest Dr. Burton Berkson, of The Integrative Medical Center in Las Cruces, New Mexico. He is also the author of best-selling book, Alpha Lipoic Acid Breakthrough. Lipoic Acid is a natural molecule that is produced by every cell in the body. It converts your food to energy, recycles antioxidants (i.e. Vitamins C & D), stimulates glutathione production, restores T-cell function, and stimulates healthy mitochondria function. Taken orally, Lipoic Acid is absorbed immediately. Watch now and subscribe to our podcasts at www.HotzePodcast.com. If you have any of the signs and symptoms mentioned on this podcast, take our free symptom checker test at https://www.hotzehwc.com/symptom-checker/ For more information about Dr. Berkson, visit www.Drberkson.com. His book, The Alpha Lipoic Acid Breakthrough, is available on Amazon.

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Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2020.07.31.230847v1?rss=1 Authors: Zarini-Gakiye, E., Sanadgol, N., Parivar, K., Vaezi, G. Abstract: Background: In human tauopathies, pathological aggregation of misfolded/unfolded proteins particularly microtubule-associated protein tau (MAPT, tau) is considered to be essential mechanisms that trigger the induction of endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress. Here we assessed the molecular effects of natural antioxidant alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) in human tauR406W (htau)-induced ER unfolded protein response (ERUPR) in the young and older flies. Methods: In order to reduce htau neurotoxicity during brain development, we used a transgenic model of tauopathy where the maximum toxicity was observed in adult flies. Then, the effects of ALA (0.001, 0.005, and 0.025% w/w of diet) in htau-induced ERUPR in the ages 20 and 30 days were evaluated. Results: Data from expression (mRNA and protein) patterns of htau, analysis of eyes external morphology as well as larvae olfactory memory were confirmed our tauopathy model. Moreover, expression of ERUPR-related proteins involving activating transcription factor 6 (ATF6), inositol regulating enzyme 1 (IRE1), and protein kinase RNA-like ER kinase (PERK) were upregulated and locomotor function decreased in both ages of the model flies. Remarkably, the lower dose of ALA modified ERUPR and supported the reduction of behavioral deficits in youngest adults through enhancement of GRP87/Bip, reduction of ATF6, downregulation of PERK-ATF4 pathway, and activation of the IRE1-XBP1 pathway. On the other hand, only a higher dose of ALA was able to affect the ERUPR via moderation of PERK-ATF4 signaling in the oldest adults. As ALA exerts their higher protective effects on the locomotor function of younger adults when htauR406W expressed in all neurons (htau-elav) and mushroom body neurons (htau-ok), we proposed that ALA has age-dependent effects in this model. Conclusion: Taken together, based on our results we conclude that aging potentially influences the ALA effective dose and mechanism of action on tau-induced ERUPR. Further molecular studies will warrant possible therapeutic applications of ALA in age-related tauopathies. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info

Talk to a Dr. Berg Keto Consultant today and get the help you need on your journey (free consultation). Call 1-540-299-1557 with your questions about Keto, Intermittent Fasting, or the use of Dr. Berg products. Consultants are available Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 10 PM EST. Saturday & Sunday from 9 AM to 6 PM EST. USA Only. Get Dr. Berg's Veggie Solution today! • Flavored (Sweetened) - https://shop.drberg.com/veggie-solution-flavored-sweetened?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=AGM(Anchor) • Plain (Unflavored) - https://shop.drberg.com/veggie-solution-plain?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=AGM(Anchor) Take Dr. Berg's Free Keto Mini-Course! In this podcast, Dr. Berg answers the question if is it possible to reverse the damage from diabetes. Diabetes is a condition of high sugar. And yes, it is possible to reverse this condition but there are few things you need to know first, like what causes it. DATA: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... Fat-Soluble B1: Benfotiamine (300mg - 4x per day) Alpha Lipoic Acid (600mg - 3x per day) Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio: Dr. Berg, 51 years of age is a chiropractor who specializes in weight loss through nutritional & natural methods. His private practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. His clients include senior officials in the U.S. government & the Justice Department, ambassadors, medical doctors, high-level executives of prominent corporations, scientists, engineers, professors, and other clients from all walks of life. He is the author of The 7 Principles of Fat Burning. FACEBOOK: fb.me/DrEricBerg?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Anchor TWITTER: http://twitter.com/DrBergDC?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Post&utm_campaign=Daily%20Post YOUTUBE: http://www.youtube.com/user/drericberg123?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Anchor DR. BERG'S SHOP: https://shop.drberg.com/?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Anchor MESSENGER: https://www.messenger.com/t/drericberg?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Anchor DR. BERG'S VIDEO BLOG: https://www.drberg.com/blog?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Anchor

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In today's podcast the boys come together to discuss candida overgrowth, its frequency within the population, the varied symptomatology associated with this common yeast-like infection and the strategies you can use to bring the body back into balance. Mason, Dan and Sage draw on their superior knowledge of this condition from personal experience, sharing their wisdom from a traditional Taoist tonic herbal perspective and a functional naturopathic approach.   The gents discuss: The fact that Candida albicans is a naturally occurring organism within the body and only becomes problematic when imbalance occurs how chronic use of antibiotics can contribute to the condition how diet and lifestyle practices can help to bring things back into harmony the common symptoms that candida overgrowth is present, e.g. chronic fatigue, brain fog, digestive disturbances, weakened immunity, oral thrush, fungal infections within the the skin and nails etc the particular clinical tests you can use to investigate and diagnose candida within your body how you can use your symptoms and health history to identify whether candida is a problem for you foods that aggravate the immune system and exacerbate candida overgrowth the importance of food combining in regards to candida candida from a naturopathic perspective and the clinical markers used to identify the condition the importance of normalising the body's circadian rhythms and adrenal response is in regards to healing candida from a Taoist perspective and what's happening within the organ systems, particularly the spleen how candida leads to jing depletion and exhaustion within the system as a whole the correlation between candida and leaky gut the Jing herbs you can use to rebuild your foundational energy stores, these include he shou wu, cordyceps, rehmannia, morinda etc the importance of lifestyle factors such as sleep, rest, breathing practices, nature time and reduced caffeine and sugar intake to bring combat candida overgrowth the lifestyle tweaks you can use to bring the body back into its parasympathetic mode so you can heal. Reishi and Ashwagandha are game changers here how cutting carbs and sugar can help manage candida symptoms using fats (ketones) as fuel how herbs such as pau d'arco, chaga and reishi can assist healing the benefits of probiotics and fermented foods such as sauerkraut and coconut kefir  the Body Ecology Diet the importance of sunshine and vitamin D, sweat and movement the herbs and nutraceuticals you can use to break up stubborn biofilms the importance of supporting the liver with herbs such as schizandra, burdock and dandelion root and st mary's thistle  the importance of full body detoxification in healing from candida overgrowth the three phases of liver detoxification and the nutrients your body needs to successfully complete them the immune boosting powers of medicinal mushrooms when healing from candida, particularly chaga, reishi, turkey tail, maitake, Mason's Mushrooms the difference between ground dwelling mushrooms and those that grow on trees e.g medicinal mushrooms  bringing awareness around the glycemic load of gluten free products when working to heal candida overgrowth the tests you can use to distinguish candida from other bacterial loads within the body, particularly the OAT (organic acids test)   Who is Dan Sipple? Dan is a also known as The Functional Naturopath who uses cutting-edge evidence-based medicine. Experienced in modalities such as herbal nutritional medicine, with a strong focus on environmental health and longevity, Dan has a wealth of knowledge in root-dysfunction health.   Who is Sage Dammers? Fuelled by a passionate desire to help people live the ultimate life and create a better world, Sage studied raw and superfood nutrition and traditional herbal systems, especially Taoist tonic herbalism. He has worked with and trained under the world’s leading master herbalists and nutrition and longevity experts in Costa Rica, Australia, Bali, China, and America. Sage has developed products internationally and given lectures on peak performance nutrition in Australia, Bali, America, and France. His years of experience in this unique arena have allowed him to cultivate an unparalleled combination of cutting edge nutritional and culinary expertise. Sage has started tonic elixir bars in 5 star luxury hotels in Paris and Sydney serving longevity elixirs disguised as gourmet treats, introducing the novel concept of healthy indulgences to the market of world travelers.     Resources Clearlight Saunas The Wim Hoff Method Body Ecology Mason in China at the Poria Farm Benny Ferguson Movement MonkDan InstagramDan Email Addictive Wellness  addictivewellness Instagram Addictive Wellness Choccies on Amazon   Q: How Can I Support The SuperFeast Podcast?   A: Tell all your friends and family and share online! We’d also love it if you could subscribe and review this podcast on iTunes. Or  check us out on Stitcher :)! Plus  we're on Spotify and Soundcloud!   Check Out The Transcript Here:   Mason: Hey, everybody! Welcome to the SuperFeast podcast. It's Mason here, and I've got an epic conversation coming for you today with some of my favorite men in the health space. I've got two names and faces you're going to recognize. We've got Sage Dammers from, you're joining us from over in LA, Addictive Wellness. Incredible tonic herb-infused, sugar-free chocolates as well as smoothie elixir packs, and all infused with all these beautiful tonic herbs and mushies we're going to be going into and as well as tonic herbs on their own. Mason: And Sage is one of my absolute favorite voices coming out of that like, gnarly melting pot of LA with this absolutely next-level in health and this integration of health systems from all around the world, and Sage has been in it for so many years and you've heard him talk on it before, and you've heard his wealth of knowledge. It's always surprising to find out what he's going to be able to come up with. And today, talking about candida, is going to be no different. Mason: And I've also got Dan Sipple, friend, functional naturopath down the south coast of Sydney. Dan is absolutely my favorite go-to naturopath, we've been friends for a long time. He is now officially my mother's naturopath and mine and Tahnee's naturopath, and so that's a beautiful little evolution that's going about. Mason: Boys today we're going on a deep dive, three way conversation around the yeast-like infection candida albicans. Welcome guys. Dan: Hey, hey. Sage: Thank you for having us, Mason. It's a pleasure to be here. Mason: Yeah it's going to be so good, so fun. Alright, you know I don't know how many other people are going to be having the best time absolute ever having a conversation around a gnarly infection that's become ... I guess it's not as trendy, I'd say? As it used to be? But it's definitely still a hot topic, especially a hot topic in the west. Mason: Candida albicans, yeast-like fungus within the body that, as I mentioned, now it's absolutely a normal part. These candida cells are a normal part of our body, of our flora, exists within our mucus membranes, our skin, mouths, genitalia, vagina, intestines and other organs. We're going to be talking about this phenomena today where we see some kind of environmental, or maybe lifestyle, or maybe it's been a modern medicine antibiotic that's then led to an upset within our microbiome and basically in many other areas, including immune deficiencies. That's led to this fungus, yeast within the body then overgrowing and getting what many people have experienced, which is fungal overgrowth. Mason: First of all I just want to go to Sage. Just going to go to you and say hey and give people a bit of an insight with your history of candida. Sage: Yeah, absolutely thank you Mason. For me personally, I dealt with candida first hand. When I was growing up I was a vegetarian but not a healthy by any means. I was just on carb overload throughout my whole Childhood of like rice and pasta and pizza and any carb I could get my hands on. Was very fortunate not to be eating fast food, but still was not the most ultimate diet ever. Sage: So when I came into my teen years, about 15 and a half, I started developing chronic acne, probably more to do with my diet than anything else. Diet and combination of hormones and things like that. I didn't know what to do with it at the time, you know? I tried lost of topical things and things of that nature but nothing was really making an impact in helping me, and that's such a stressful thing as a kid to be going through. And I resorted to taking antibiotics, because it was the only thing that was going really do me any good at the time in terms of the superficial results that I was looking for. I didn't understand the whole repercussions and the future downsides of it, I just knew, this is going to help me in the short-term not to be so self-conscious. And I had no other solutions. I didn't know of all these other things I know about now. I wish I would've. Sage: So I was on twice-daily antibiotics from age 16 until 19 and a half. Mason: Gnarly. Sage: So these years of antibiotics, as you can imagine, wreaked havoc on my microbiome, and left me ripe for candida to come in and take over. So it was a thing where in the beginning I enjoyed fruit so much, and even as I was getting healthy and getting onto much more of a natural diet I still really enjoyed fruit. So I didn't want to give that up, and that was the one thing holding me back from really making progress against candida, where I couldn't make the jump to go fully into what was necessary to push back on the candida. Sage: And eventually it got to the point where I got real mentally strong about it and got strict and went through the Body Ecology Diet, Stage One, where it's really strong. Cutting out carbs, cutting out sugars, bringing in probiotics and fermented foods and some of the most powerful antifungal and immune-enhancing herbs, and over the course of a couple years that really got me through it and got me to a much better stage of health. Life has been much better ever since. Mason: Yeah, I mean to the extent that where I think that history of yours has played such a huge part in your life that it's absolutely entwined in your philosophy, the ways that you make your chocolates and your elixir blends, right? Sage: That's why I have sugar-free chocolate, is because I [inaudible 00:05:25] but still have a sweet treat, while I was in the candida recovery stages, and it didn't really exist. It wasn't out there. All, you know there's all these chocolates made with agave and coconut palm sugar and all that, and regardless of where somebody may stand on those things, they are still gonna be feeding bacteria, fungus, yeast and molds in the body, and it's not going to be your friend most times and especially not on recovery from candida where you need to not be feeding these guys. So I made it out of necessity, and it's turned into a beautiful life of being a chocolate maker. Mason: Yeah, I love it. The fruit of the healing journey and I still attest that it's the only sugar-free chocolate that I can really thoroughly enjoy. Sage: Thank you. Mason: Dan you've had quite a history with candida, now you've really had this firsthand clinical experience for a number of years now. I'm interested to hear what your path with candida has been. Dan: Yeah sure, and not too dissimilar to Sage. IT very much came as a result of antibiotic exposure, and so I've talked a couple of times on previous podcasts. In my earlier years, 17, 18, 19 I had issues with viral load and autoimmunity, which kind of set the scene for other opportunistic organisms to take over, and it was a course of about five or six years where I was kind of floating in that space where my immune system was compromised to the point to where I would actually need antibiotics by the time these bacterial infections would take over. It was like a vicious cycle that got set up, and I see that often in clinical practice too, where once that cycle starts it's very hard to get off that train. Particularly if you are being dictated to by the western medical model, which at the time I was heavily under the influence by. Mason: [inaudible 00:07:19]. Dan: Yeah, absolutely that's right. So lots and lots of antibiotics, I'd get better. I'd push my body a bit, the infections would return to the point where there was clear and overt infection. Not knowing anything about herbal protocols or functional medicine or naturopathy or anything of that kind of world at this stage, but it was very much a long road to try to undo that vicious cycle and get out of that loop? And incorporating things like Sage is talking about with diet and lifestyle and cutting the alcohol and the sugars out, you know. Optimizing vitamin D status and restoring the microbiome. So it was definitely one of those things that didn't go away overnight, and I think that's really important to drill into the listeners as well is that once you get traction with something like candida you really need to set up a lifestyle that facilitates long-term resistance against that so that these opportunistic organisms can't take back over. Mason: Candida's such an interesting one. The level of symptoms that arise from a chronic infection are so vast, and it's one of those ones where if you read the list you go, my gosh; I don't know if that list is very useful because there's so many other infections or deficiencies that can give rise to it. But then there are, of course, some specifics. And so looking at the list, you've got chronic fatigue, brain fog, digestive issues. Then when you start getting down a little bit more the reoccurring yeast infections, oral thrush. Even going into sinus infection, you can start seeing candida is being implicated when there's food allergies, when there's intolerance. Of course, dead giveaway is fungal infections on the skin, within the nails especially within the feet, and then a weak immune system. Quite often is it a chicken or an egg, you know? You can see that when there is weak immunity, especially when you see medications in particular like antibiotics and chemotherapy, and then hormone disrupters like hormone replacement therapy ... what is it? Corticosteroids, then? Am I saying that right? Dan: That's right, yeah. Immunosuppressants, corticosteroid-based medications because they're basically squashing the immune response, which, although ameliorate symptoms, allows these guys to take an even stronger hold. Mason: Mm. Oh and then you even see joint pain and definitely the alteration of moods coming about from candida. And so we go, okay. Unless you've got some of the telltales, like reoccurring thrush, fungal thrush in the mouth and fungal infection coming up on the skin, how do you clinically hone in on a diagnosis that in fact we do have candida cells proliferating in excess in the body? Dan: Is that question directed at me, Mason? Just to clarify? Mason: It is, and I will just make ... And I don't think you have clinic, Sage. I don't know maybe you didn't know that Dan. Sage: No, no clinic for me. So if I hear the clinically word in there just [inaudible 00:10:22]. Dan: Yeah, so to answer that question. That's a really good question, Mase, to really sort of hit on the head in the forefront. I think with an issue like candida it's very, very rare that I see that alone. What I usually find is that that's there in concert with just a good old dysbiosis where you'll see bacterial pathogens that are overgrown, you may or may not see parasites as well. So I don't think I've ever seen just one clean cut, pure case of candida without all that going on with some sort of viral load or bacterial imbalance. And so what we find is, is that the best kind of treatment is not just to isolate the yeast in this case and attack the yeast. It's to nurture that whole ecosystem, to treat it like an ecosystem where you're setting up a new environment basically, to where it's not conducive for it to thrive, which as we say does incorporate diet, lifestyle, herbs and the whole concert and symphony of things. Dan: But in terms of testing, you can do blood testing for antibodies to see if the immune system has actually seen the candida albicans and made antibodies against it from the base cells? The only downside to a test like that is that you don't whether the immune system has made those antibodies 10 years ago or if it's happening right now and that's where the symptoms really need to guide you. If there's overt signs of candida as is like on the tongue, the toenail, the respiratory issues and what not, then you've got more of a case for that so that's where usually doing the stool test and looking at candida markers in combination with that blood is a really good way to back that up. Because if you're seeing it on both, if you're seeing it in the stool, antibodies, then you've got quite a good case for it being currently present. And in that case, you know, obviously, you want to make the protocol more specific to yeast in that case. Mason: Sage, how do you go about this? Because I completely ... I like the fact that I've got access to Dan's knowledge and can get a little bit more specific, and I know you recommend this a lot, in getting some testing, getting some panels done so you're not just, like, shooting in the dark. But how do you, dare I say kind of like, I know I can definitely say that I come from a more folky perspective when it comes to gentle diagnosis? But from your perspective how do you go about that in really identifying that candida is in fact present? Sage: Yeah, I don't know exactly what your health care system is like in Australia, but I know here in the US it's expensive to do lots of testing. Very often things will not be covered by insurance so you'll have to pay them out of pocket, so I always find it's really nice to be able to at least somewhat get a little bit of progress in terms of a self-diagnosis before you go investing in testing so at least you know what tests to go do, so you don't have to spend thousands and thousands and thousands of dollars. Because it can get real expensive. Sage: So with candida, as you mentioned, you're looking at a lot of symptoms in terms of recurring infections, oral thrush, fungal issues. And then it's a combination of looking at your symptoms and then looking at your history in terms of antibiotic use. If you've had extended use of antibiotics, especially if it's for two weeks or more in the past, your odds are going to be pretty high that at some point candida has taken a good foothold in your system and started to really proliferate beyond the natural levels that you'd find. Candida at small levels is actually a good part of a healthy microbiome, good for nutrient absorption and beneficial in that way. But when things are thrown out of balance you're going to get in a lot of trouble. Sage: So there's many really good questionnaires up there online that people can do just to get an initial idea, just to get a rough feel? Then from there you can progress to testing, which I think is incredibly important. If you can afford it, whether it's this kind of testing or whether you're looking at your thyroid or hormones, rather than just experimenting without data indefinitely and maybe five years from now you finally figure out what's really going on. Save yourself a ton of time and a lot of trouble and probably save yourself money in the long run in terms of being able to spend money on the right supplements and herbs to help you out, and foods, rather than dealing with misdiagnoses for an extended period of time. Mason: Well let's say just getting to the food here. Often we know, that yeah we've had a look at kind of the pharmaceutical angle, the antibiotics especially. Especially going in and nailing the microbiome and causing our ability to actually create the environment where we can naturally regulate healthy levels of this, this and candida cells being within the body. Let's have a look at the food that you see as being an accumulative force or an aggravator, that leave our organ function, immune function, the microbiome function to getting to the point that candida can actually take hold. What are the, what are these nasty ones or excessive ones that get nasty when they're excessive? Sage: Yeah I think it is many things that happen in conjunction. Probably, if you had never taken antibiotics, and you've got a really strong immune system, you could deal with having some of the wrong foods coming into the body, right? Even if you never did antibiotics, but you're having tons of sugar, but your immune system's really strong ancestrally? Maybe you're okay and maybe you can pull it off. Or if you're having lots of sugar and in combination you're having, say, ground mushrooms, like culinary mushrooms that haven't been properly cleaned and tend to be very contaminated and nasty. And these are different from tree mushrooms, I want to be real clear about the distinction- Mason: I'm going to leave a lot of time for us to get into that distinction, thanks for bringing that up so when we- Sage: Yeah yeah. So we'll come back to that a little bit later. Patience everybody, we'll get there. Mason: Patience, you mushroom fiends! Sage: Depending on the individual, right? Because everybody's got a bit of a different setup in terms of the microbiome and adjusted powers, but for a lot of people I think also: poor food combining. Especially having lots of, like, leafy greens? That take time to digest and they're very fibrous? And combining that with really sugary starchy fruit. I've found that for a lot of people the fruit wants to burn up fast and move through, and it's like rocket fuel. But then you have, you know. It's like a Ferrari on a freeway, wants to go, doesn't like being driven slowly. And then you have these green leafy vegetables that take time to digest, they're very nutritious, they're like a big rig carrying lots of, you know, nutrition on them and fiber and what not. And they slow down the traffic, and the Ferrari is getting into road rage. It's like it develops into a situation where it's a ripe breeding ground for proliferation as things start to ferment in there. Sage: So that could also be a situation that, while it may not specifically cause, it wouldn't be a root source of candida? It would not be supportive or helpful if it was something that you were dealing with. Mason: Mm. Love it. Hey Dan what about you, in terms of dietary lifestyle factors that are really going to come in and, you know, if ... I like what you said there, Sage. There's going to be different constitutions at work here. You're going to have an ancestral ... It might be the difference being breastfed or not being breastfed, in terms of whether your immune system is strong or just ancestrally whether you've got that strong gene expression within the immune system, and then acknowledging that. Because long-term, I think you've definitely seen it over in LA, I definitely have here in the health, same way. You almost get to a paranoia of candida becoming crippling to your lifestyle. Is that something you see happening a lot? Sage? Sage: A little bit. It's not people, the awareness of it in the community is not as strong, I would say, as it was in like, 2011, 2012? There was- Mason: Glory days. Sage: ... back then? You know, these trends and focuses always kind of come and go. I don't know, it's weird because it's still as much an issue as ever, but people kind of feel the need to talk about something new, so they can sell new books and post new videos. So. As we move more further beyond some of the basics than we really need to, the solution was often right at hand. Mason: Yeah, very funny. And I agree. I think candida is having a PR nightmare right now. I think- Sage: [SIBO 00:18:45] has stolen all the attention from it. Mason: Yeah. And so Dan what's your take on this? Dietarily, lifestyle-wise, what are the conditions that you see as precursor to, especially if someone has the constitution that is ripe for the picking for candida being an issue. What do you see those being? Dan: I completely agree with Sage, and I think I'd add on to that what I find really prevalent is when people's circadian rhythms are out? When they're using, you know, dietary sources to jack up their adrenal response. So caffeine, you know, refined sugar obviously. Nailing the circadian rhythms and leaving space between meals sounds really, really simple, but it is quite pivotal when you're dealing with any sort of dysbiotic environment when it comes to the gut, or the respiratory system, or any immune suppression. Getting the circadian rhythms locked in and normalizing the nervous system, and the adrenal response is huge. Dan: Because if you think about it, if you've got fire going on in that digestive system or anywhere in the body that's of a yeast or a general viral origin or whatever, your adrenals are seeing that and are constantly trying to put out those flames with a fire extinguisher, hence the adrenal fatigue phenomena. So normalizing those rhythms and supporting the adrenals can't be understated. Mason: Yeah, I would definitely attest to that. I mean, we've spoken about ... I think I've spoken to both of you previously on the podcast talking about digestion in case people aren't realizing digestion has a huge part to play with candida albicans. Especially from a [Daoist 00:20:29] perspective when you start seeing weak spleen Chi. Mason: That can really be the feeding ground from a triple burner perspective. That middle burner really emerging with whether it's just dampness or weakness within the spleen and therefore that whole spleen and digestive network through the stomach, then allowing strong digestive function, strong governance of your bacterial levels. What we see there is that can be the catalyst to then going down into the lower burner where we see damp heat emerge, and we start seeing yeast infections within, basically throughout the entire sexual organ system. And then also moving from that middle burner to the upper burner, where we see heat and fire through the lungs with all those allergies and all those respiratory issues and through the heart as well. Mason: So basically I'm going to pause it there because I think if I open up that can of worms and make a distinct ... in these treatment protocols it's going to take us in a completely other direction. Mason: But there's a few things then that you were touChing on that I want to leapfrog off, and that was definitely the Jing and exhaustion aspect here. You talked about the fact that, I like seeing the Jing as the pilot light for digestion. If you are exhausted, if you're adrenally exhausted, if you're leaking that essence, if you're relying on coffee, if you're mentally stressed and you're in emotional patterns that continue to make you, you know. Those things that make you emotionally excessive. You're going to see that you don't have the foundations and roots within your body, within the core energy centers of the kidneys to really stabilize you. And to that, you're going to see a thorough endocrine disruption go on at that stage, because you are overly adrenalized. And you can't produce natural cortisol, you can't get down to, like you have to rely on these cortisone creams and all that kind of stuff. But then at the same time you're not going to be able to lead to that real healthy sex organ function. Mason: And so, basically, that core is ... You see that consistently, I do as well, Sage, where that exhaustive, gene-depleting lifestyle doesn't allow for the pilot light to go on so that the spleen can actually turn on that fire and appropriately- Dan: It can probably become, I think it can really become a vicious cycle, because with the candida, it's creating higher levels of permeability of digestive lining. So you're getting, essentially leaky gut, and this is releasing bits of food and digestive materials into the bloodstream, which is causing inflammation and autoimmunity. But it's also releasing the toxins, which are being produced by the candida. Its own, basically the candida poo being released throughout your body. Dan: So now you've got systemic inflammation firing away, and that is going to be a major leak of Jing. So that in itself is depleting the adrenals, and it's a vicious cycle because okay now your adrenals are depleted, now you can't fuel your immune system because you're experiencing exhaustion, and the candida can even grow further. And it's really unfortunate. But at the same time if you can get in there with a little bit of action and start making some moves on it, you can slow down that cycle and start to spin it back. Mason: Well let's start here, in terms of looking at treatment. Once we've identified that perhaps we have an environment, and as Dan was saying: you're not going to be able to just isolate candida. There's most likely going to be a number of coinfections, and you're definitely going to see, I'm sure you're going to see a bunch of worms of various types being present at that time because we're going to see a repressed immune function. But starting off the bat, quite often we're looking at removing the excessive candida from the body, cleaning up the diet, and I guess loosely saying this is going to be a cleansing or cleaning aspect of the protocol. Mason: Now at this point, I'd like to get both your two cents. We'll start with Sage. Do you like to bring in, of course lifestyle factors, and I think it's obvious that are going to reduce stress, but do you like to bring in herbs or other practices to, for lack of a better word, tone our ability to store and restore Jing? Sage: Yeah, of course. So naturally, you and I and I bet Dan is into these as well, you want to look at your top Jing-building herbs. Things like He Shou Wu, Cordyceps, [inaudible 00:24:58], Rehmannia, Morinda. And so I think building that base of core vitality is an essential component of any healing program, basically. Because without that your body just does not have the energy and the safety. When you're in such a Jing-vulnerable state? And you're prepared to run out of fuel and die at just about any moment? Your body is afraid and not going to divert resources to dealing with your fungal issues because it's just concerned with not, like, crashing and burning and that being the end of the show. Sage: So absolutely, building the Jing is essential, so you can build ... you're kind of simultaneously wanting to build the Jing, and address the candida itself to stop the Jing leak, and then you can start improving at like, twice as fast. Mason: And Dan, what's your take on that? Dan: Yeah. 100%. Nervous system and adrenal support is absolutely necessity initially before you, I think before you even go in thinking about using the big guns to break up the biofilms and reduce the candida load with strong antimicrobials, which are all part of the protocol. But it really depends on the person in front of you to. So for example, if I've got someone who's burning the candle at both ends, doing the 75-hour work week, and only wants to take antimicrobials it's like, ha ha. No, no, no, no, no. We have to nail the lifestyle first. That is absolutely essential. And so sleep, blue lights, EMFs, all of that stuff comes into it. Diet, you have to have the foundations ready and ripe for the body to go, aha! Now I can enter healing mode, now I can switch over to parasympathetic. Because the foundations are there. Dan: What I often do in those cases, too, with someone who is really on this end of the spectrum and is part of that go-go-go lifestyle? Is just little simple tweaks, like green tea. So instead of coffee? It's green tea. It's anti-strep, it's anti-candida, it boosts [inaudible 00:26:58] bacteria, it's antioxidant, it's lymphatic. So little tweaks like that. You know, removing the sugars. You sort of stage it out. Dan: Then you might bring in a probiotic, and you'll use a strain which has been shown to reduce fungal load and boost natural killer cells and various components of the immune system. And you step it up. And you step it up. And you step it up. And you carefully watch for reactions, because that's another part of it with any sort of protocol where you are reducing microbial load, because you are obviously going to run into potential detoxification issues if that person's ability to clear out these metabolites can't keep up with the front end. So that's something that you really have to be careful navigating. Dan: And like Sage said earlier, this can take a long time, people. This can take, if it's been a long time it can be up to one or two years. And then once you're there to have to maintain where you've got to, and in my case I got there a long time and ended up, a little while later, in a moldy apartment over on the northern beaches and it all went out the window. Those things come up, so you have to be really on to the environmental side of it too. Mason: Okay, and let's just, before we move on, I want to touch on the nervous system and supporting the nervous system to getting into that parasympathetic state so we can actually get to resting, digesting, and healing. Some of your favorite methods, distinctions whether they use technologies or whether they be something simple that we can access through nature. Dan: Yeah, nice one. So I'm sure we've touched on it before Mason, but just barefoot earthing. Getting back into nature, a very simple thing to do. Slowing the breathing down, doing diaphragmatic breathing, not breathing shallowly from the chest. And doing that as often as possible, making that really, really priority. I often team that up with the blue light blockers, which you can get now. Get people to slap those on at like 7 PM at night every night leading up to bed. SwitChing off wifi at night, that's really good for the nervous system. Dan: So all these little tweaks to get you over from fight-or-flight over to the parasympathetic side of the nervous system. You can also pair that up with a few gentle botanicals like chamomile, passionflower, and Reishi mushroom for example. That trio works fantastic. Mason: Yeah, like a beautiful moon milk at night, maybe with a bit of a ... well I like doing a chamomile, lavender infusion within the milk there, been doing that for retreaters recently and getting those Reishis in there. Beautiful nightcap. Mason: Sage, I know there's like a crazy crossover of what you do and love and recommend there, with the breath and the barefoot and getting the blue light out. Sage, one thing I'm going to have to do and put in the notes here is get the instructions on how people can completely get the blue light off their phone. Everyone's like, oh night mode. It's like, no, no, no; I'm like, Sage has got this beautiful hack for getting all the blue light out. Sage: Deep in the settings you can modify it so it glows all red at night, and you can still fully text and stuff. It gets weird if you're trying to, like, check out Chicks on Instagram? Because they don't look good. Mason: And that's you, man. I imagine it gets weird for you all night. AnnaBlanca's like, "What you doing?" Mason: "No I'm just doing some, looking at like, photography development, old school style, so weird." Sage: But other than that, it's great to be able to flip on all red at night, and it's just, everything in your phone, the only colors are red and black, for everything. And there's a shortcut you can set up where all you have to do, and I'm not sure exactly how this goes on with iPhone X and past that where there's no home button anymore. But with the older ones you just tap the home button three times for the shortcut, and it'll put it right into the red. So it's easy to turn on and off, so it's great. And then even for some random reason you need to check the time in the middle of the night, it's all red, so. It's ideal not to use it at all, but if you have to look then at least you're not messing up your melatonin levels and shocking your system in the middle of the night. Sage: And other things that I like for getting into that parasympathetic state is, Reishi mushroom has been mentioned. Ashwagandha is another one of my absolute favorites because it works on so many aspects of health that people are struggling with these days. Mason: It goes right in that moon milk as well, the Ashwagandha and Reishi with that infusion. Oh man, it's so good. Sage: And then also, infrared saunas are great to put you back in that parasympathetic- Mason: Oh yeah. Sage: ... state because you're being surrounded by the infrared, which is that heat signature that we as humans give off. That's why you look through night vision infrared goggles, and you see people. So if you think back, and this is a theory my dad first shared with me, and this is not scientifically based, really; it's just a theory, and you see if it resonates with you. But if you look back at when the last time was that you were fully surrounded with infrared heat in somewhat of a dark and fully safe place was in your mother's womb. Mason: Oh, true. Sage: And so it is getting you back to that place of being fully provided for, fully safe, everything take care of and everything's okay, all you need to do is Chill out. Mason: And you know what I'd probably put there, like, putting those ocean sounds on. Like over when Tahnee was pregnant we were listening to the placenta, and it had this woosh, woosh. So getting those sounds in there at the same time, those ocean sounds while you're meditating in that infrared sauna. And we should put some links, just here on this call we've got some incredible resources for people to go and get a clear light sauna. I mean, your folks offer them over there in the States, and we're both friends with Sebastian here who owns the New Zealand, Australian, and European and UK branch, so basically no matter where you are in the world we're going to be able to basically get you hooked up in- Sage: We've got the connections [inaudible 00:32:52]. Mason: Yeah, we've got the connections. We'll put some links in though depending on which continent you're on and give you some ... you know. Just give them the old, Sage and Mason ... and Dan. Well let's throw Dan in there as well. Sage, Mason and Dan sent me. So get you hooked up because I agree that is one of the absolute, ultimate technologies, having an infrared sauna in my house for getting the nervous system toned up. And we could just do a podcast on that, I'm sure. Mason: Now let's start- Sage: Real quick, if you don't mind, just to finish on the nervous system. I'm a huge fan of the Wim Hof method for this. Breathing and the super oxygenation? For strengthening the nervous system and gently building up to cold exposure. People get intimidated because they see people do it on Instagram in the beginning, but it's just like lifting weights. You train your nervous system, you don't jump in and do something super challenging, you know? Go to try to bench press 200 kilos on your first time going to the gym. Sage: You do the 30 seconds of cold water at the end of a hot shower or after taking a sauna, when it's not going to be that crazy. And from there you gently build up. Eventually you're doing 10 minutes of a cold shower, or you're doing a five or ten minute ice bath and it's not that big of a deal anymore because you built up to it at a sustainable level. Of course if you hit it too hard in the beginning, that's why people catch a cold. Their nervous system's weak and it can't handle being out in the cold if they hit it all at once, and it overwhelms them. It's like if you try to do too much at the gym, you're going to injure yourself, it happens. So I think that is one of the most incredible tools that I've experienced, and now that I've been doing it for, almost four years. And it's been, yeah. So powerful for me. Mason: Yeah and I think that's a good distinction there because when you look at the branding and what works is seeing Wim walk up and down in his shorts, and it's covered in snow. And basically it's very important for us to remember that these aren't systems of fanaticism. These are systems of appropriateness for you to build that core function. So I definitely throw my support behind that. Wim's a great guy and also for those of you that are maybe wanting to go even deeper through a process with your breath, if that might seem a little bit unobtainable? I'll also put a link, um, Benny Fergusson, my friend, the Movement Monk, has a really amazing, gentle breathwork practice that is very intricate and very much takes into account these, the mental and physical unification that's going to have to go throughout that process. Mason: So you've got lots of resources there, everyone, for getting that nervous system toned. Then we start moving into how are we going to get ... We've got the baseline. We've got building back our Jing, getting our nervous system toned, and I think we've kind of talked about it's the bread and butter. And maybe bread isn't the best example here because it's got the yeast raising factors, that are actually going to be implicated when it comes to candida. Sage: Non-starchy, gluten-free bread and butter. Mason: Mm, mm. Grass-fed butter. Sage: There you go. Mason: Basically now I want to get into where we're getting into the clearing now. Getting into the clearing, starting to bring some herbals, start bringing in some compounds that are going to start building back our microbiome, start countering this intense leaky gut that we can start seeing and that permeability that we've already touched on. Sage, you're starting out. What are your pillars for starting to clear the body and get it back on track in those initial stages, which may be for three months or a year. Sage: Yeah, yeah. It is a bit of a journey, and that was the most intimidating thing to me in the beginning that actually stopped me from starting for a couple of years, after I kind of knew I was going to have to do this. But I was super intimidated by the fact that I was really going to have to be serious about cutting down on carbs and sugar for anywhere from six months to two years, and I wanted to figure out any other way. But in the end it came back to this: you've got to deal with these basic things. Sage: So you really want to minimize carbs, cut out all forms of sugar, because all of this is beating the candida. Eventually, one day, you will be able to bring it back in moderate amounts, as you've rebuilt your whole gut microbiome. But for now, you really want to cut it down. And you're going to see tremendous ancillary benefits from this, aside from just the candida? You're going to be able to start burning ketones as a fuel source and start burning fat, so you're probably going to experience some great weight loss, some people are probably going to enjoy that. And when you're burning these ketones for fuel and burning fat as fuel, healthy fats, you're able to produce far more ATP, which is your pure cellular energy, than when you're burning glucose as fuel. So you're going to have a lot better energy, once you transition. Sage: It can be a little challenging as your body first is transitioning to burning fat as fuel. But once you get there it's pretty amazing. And you'll learn to get creative with stevia and things like this that can still give you the pleasure of sweetness in your life, you don't have to say goodbye to that. There's many ways, we put tons of recipes on this stuff on our YouTube channel. And so that's the first step, is cutting out all these things that are feeding the candida. Sage: And then, what are you going to go after it with? One of the best that I found was Pau D'arco tea. It's one of the most powerful, natural, antifungal herbs coming out of the Amazon. You can make a really nice tea with that, it goes great as the base of any hot elixir, or you could just be sipping it on its own, all the time. And then two of the other very powerful herbs for me, the tonics that we all know and love are Reishi mushroom and Chaga. Sage: Chaga for me was especially impactful. I was doing some nice tinctures and capsules but where I really started experiencing the benefits of it was when I would get the raw chunks of Chaga mushroom and cook them for three hours into a real strong water extraction, freeze it overnight so that the water gets inside the cell walls, these cell's walls that are super hard that you can't digest? Actually busts them open as it freezes, then boil it again the next day and make it super strong, and I was getting into drinking it regularly. That was a huge assist in my journey against candida. Mason: So ... Yeah, go for it. Sage: Oh I'm just getting on a roll. Mason: So, well actually before. I want to keep you going, but I just want to comment on two things there and Dan, get your two cents in. Mason: That's a really appropriate use of the ketogenic diet. I really like ketogenesis as a distinction in what's ... in a way to possibly get us losing weight that's excessive and actually shouldn't be there? And also getting our mitochondria rocking to the extent that we can, for a time, get off sugars and get into this state where our metabolism can get a bit of a reset and it's a little bit of a breath of fresh air for our immune system for a time as well. Rather than just, go after it, get shredded, nonstop, don't ever not be keto. Mason: I don't know what your sense of that is, but we've discussed it a couple of times on the podcast and it's come up with one of Tahnee's conversations with a practitioner in terms of like, for women. An appropriate time to use ketogenesis and when it's not actually that useful? And we've spoken about it, Dan, in terms of what that excessive fat can do to go and contribute it over too much of a long period to gut permeability thanks to the off-gassing that that excessive fat gives through the bacteria. Mason: But I just wanted to really like ... I like that distinction that you just made there, Sage, I think that's for most people as casting a wide net. That seems like a sensible time to be using ketogenesis. Sage: Yeah. I think, you know there are anti-aging benefits of it in terms of minimizing glycation and things of that nature. And I think it's a transition diet, something you do for a time period to really change your inner terrain and external appearance and everything. And then probably long-term more of a cyclical ketogenic diet is probably the more beneficial thing, where you go in for a bit and out for a bit. And it's more of a natural flow. Mason: And of course, Pau D'arco. I think we're three massive Pau D'arco fans, coming from the lapacho tree in the Amazon. Heavily a part of my healing protocol. I hit it for probably a couple of years I had it constant rotation in strong amounts before it was time for me to then cycle off. Sage: You get to where you don't even want to think about it anymore. Just, you hit a point where, okay. I've had enough, I'm good. Mason: Yeah, I've had it absolutely enough. And that is, I think that's a really appropriate way to let your body govern, you know? Because of course, with any herb, especially a herb that has strong antifungal, antimicrobial actions, you're going to want to cycle off that at some point. Because your body's going to want to have the breathing room to go and do its thing and regulate. Mason: I just wanted to throw my support behind those. Pau D'arco had such an incredible, such an incredible impact on me moving ... I don't think I even mentioned the fact that I did, that was my catalyst, was candida, in getting into this. I was having fungal eruptions on my skin and a suppressed immune system. I've told the story I think on the podcast a couple of times, but it was definitely for me likewise, that combination of Chaga mushroom and Reishi mushroom, but then I'd use a base of Pau D'arco tea, and that's a very simple herbal approach. Mason: Then I had He Shou Wu coming in and nourishing my kidneys in the beginning, and that was the beginnings for me. Getting off the, of course I got off gluten, I got off the grains. I got off the conventional western diet, which is very suppressive to the spleen Chi and it definitely was to mine, and it was really suppressing my digestive capacity. And I was able to bounce back pretty quick, especially with those three primary herbs, the two mushies, and the Pau D'arco bark, and then the He Shou Wu coming in and supporting. Mason: And after I want to hear all your awesome rambling Sage, but I want to let everyone know that after this we're going to dive into the mushies. Sage: Yeah, so those are my first two pillars really, is starve the candida and get in the beneficial herbs that are going to help clean things up in there. And then you've cleared it out, and what are you going to put in there? You're not just going to leave a blank slate and let the candida come back in all over again like you did with antibiotics. You messed up once, don't do it again. So now, we want to introduce really great bacteria into the gut. So it's good to be taking some probiotics. Sage: I'm really a fan of taking spore based probiotics, or ones that are shown to have efficacy in actually making it through and setting up shop in the gut, rather than being killed off somewhere higher up? Maybe in the stomach by digestive acids and things like that? SO rather than just looking at the number of colony forming units, which is what's advertised, you actually have to do a little deeper digging to see if the company's actually had testing done, to show the level of survivability, which makes a huge, huge difference. You can have a trillion-strain probiotic formula that all gets killed off in the gut. You don't get anything from it, or you can have a 30 billion and all 30 billion survive and make it through and set up shop and are doing all sorts of work for you. So it really makes a big difference, whether it's surviving or not. Sage: And then getting on fermented foods, was a big part for me. Tons of sauerkraut, fermented vegetables ... Drinking coconut water kefir was really supportive for me, and yeah. That's the fermented side of things, and those for me were the three main pillars. Sage: You know a few other herbs that were beneficial were, like occasionally using a aged kyolic garlic extract was also supportive for me. One time early on I heard someone say, oh yeah you should juice a whole head of raw garlic. Candida will freak out about that. Holy crap, I had the worst burn, I pretty much gave myself an ulcer in the stomach from that. So don't juice a whole head of raw garlic and try drinking that. It's not a good idea. Learn from my mistake. Mason: Yeah, you lose your friends, you lose your intestinal lining. Sage: It was painful, man. Mason: That's so good. But hey, I think it's awesome that everyone can learn from our fanatical mistakes. Because I've definitely gone down that road. Mason: Yeah, I love it. I love that it's simple, I love that it's methodical, I think that it's really ... Over the years I've seen that same combination coming up again an again and again when you go through all the complexity and all the confusion in terms of what you should and shouldn't be eating and drinking, basically these are the core pillars in terms of what's going to get you from A to B in terms of healing as soon as possible. You mentioned Body Ecology, I think that's really ... I think you kind of consider that the Bible of the anti-candida diet, is that right? Sage: Yeah. It's a great place for anyone who's thinking they might be dealing with a candida issue to start out and get a good set of basic information and approaches and what foods can be beneficial and what not. Because they'll get a taste of things, and a feel of things I think from listening to us today and get some really good ideas. But it's good to have a kind of a manual, that you can really pore through and refer to and can address it from all sides. SO I highly recommend it to anyone that things they may be dealing with candida. Read the Body Ecology Diet book. Mason: Love it bro. Mason: Dan, what's your take? When you're entering into this what foods are you bringing in, what foods are you eliminating, are there any distinctions in terms of any particular constitutional elements that you like to take into account? Dan: Yeah, definitely and I'm one of those practitioners where, I probably do the least amount of dietary manipulation compared to a lot of practitioners. What I typically do is, apart from the obvious things, things such as alcohol, excessive caffeine use, refined sugars. Usually if we can take dairy and gluten-containing grains out of the diet and lower the amount of starches? I generally don't do too much above and beyond that in the initial stages. A, because of the amount that it puts onto the patient who is already compromised to some degree under this burden of stress, and so we just want to take out those really common sort of insults to allow the inflammation to kind of just settle down in the gut. Dan: But I think probably what we perhaps should've mentioned a little bit earlier is just movement and sweating, and we talked about sauna of course. But sunlight and movement are massive for candida. When I treat people that have chronic yeast issues, they're different people when you consider how they're presentation looks in winter compared to summer. And that I attribute largely to the upgrade they get from their immune system when their vitamin D level are optimized? Because we know that with optimized vitamin D levels we're producing higher amounts of our body's own antimicrobial substances like [inaudible 00:47:54]. Which has been shown to be stronger than many, many, many botanicals when tested in terms of destructing biofilms and getting viral load and bacterial load down and so forth. Dan: Movement's huge. You know lymphatic detoxification, that's massive as well. To ensure the person is moving and sweating and getting adequate sunlight. Dry skin brushing, that's effective as well. But at particular sort of point in treatment I like to then depending on the person's constitution introduce some gentle biofilm destructors as well. It's one thing to bring in antifungal herbs, but if the immune system can't see them, the shell of these critters isn't cracked up to allow their contents to be exposed to these botanicals or our immune system, then we're kind of not getting as much bang for our buck. So compounds like N-Acetyl Cysteine, absolutely brilliant for breaking up biofilm, really good for supporting the liver as well and glutathione production, which is our body's master antioxidant and you want prime levels of that anytime you're doing any sort of changes to the gut ecosystem or detoxification. The good old, Pau D'arco and cat's claw tea combo I found to be personally really successful and I think that's probably one of the first things you and I ever jammed about back at the markets years ago. Mason: Yeah man. For sure, and I think I can attest to Sage's love for cat's claw, una de gato, as well. Everyone's like, oh my gosh you guys are eating cat's claws? It's just a bark, everybody. I've got to just mention that. Sage: [inaudible 00:49:31]. Mason: I get that every now and then. Mason: Yeah sorry Dan, I had to get that little joke in there. Dan: Yeah, absolutely. Definitely. So, yeah. In addition to that, pomegranate I have found to be just absolutely magnificent when it comes to any pathogenic overgrowth. I can't speak highly enough about that particular herb. I haven't found any other botanicals that simultaneously lower things like bacteria and candida, whilst up-regulating good bacteria at the same time. So pomegranate tincture is definitely going into the protocol for anyone who has any sot of fungal overgrowth. Dan: Apart from that, once you're doing the biofilm work, the person's moving and sweating, the vitamin D is optimized, and the dietary foundations are on point, you do have to think about the liver and all the metabolites that you're breaking down. Because the liver ultimately has the job of buffering and keeping the oil clean. And again, that feeds back into using things like N-Acetyl Cysteine, Alpha-Lipoic Acid, good old and St. Mary's Thistle, burdock, dandelion root just as teas can be really pivotal as well. Dan: Just, garbage in, garbage out. Just get people thinking about the more you're killing off, and the debris you're producing that has to be exiting the system because you can get that enterohepatic recirculation, and you don't want that, because the bugs will just set up shop in a different area of the body. Mason: So can I, I'm just going to before we move on. I just really want to bring a summary to this aspect of treatment, where we've identified that perhaps we do have an overgrowth of candida. We get into the tweakings of the diet, whether we do it gently, and I would agree that it's a psychological conversation of whether someone's going to go down the hardcore, phase 2 Body Ecology when it's like no sugars whatsoever. Maybe some green apple, I think at this stage- Sage: It's Phase One, Full Intensity. And then Phase Two is, like, gentler as you've gotten better. Yeah. Phase One is the Full Intensity. Mason: And also just making distinct what Dan was saying there, what are the core things that I'd be introducing if they're in a state where it's just not possible for them to make those changes? And that would be, again, whether it's going to work or not, these are ... this is what everyone's going to have to have that real dance within themselves, I think that's safe to say, and what's possible for you. And then you're going to have to manage your expectations with that. And as you said, Dan, I don't know, what were you saying dietarily with your core? Refined grains, excessive sugars, definitely getting off processed sugars, I think that's ... if you're on processed sugars you're going to basically be shooting yourself in the candida foot every single time you try to jump at him. Mason: So we've got that aspect, you know? Possibly looking at ketogenesis for a particular time, and so basically we've got that dietary component. Within talking, within a herbal sense and a treatment sense of getting our nervous system really toned and getting us in a calm place where our body can actually heal, getting our foundations of our Jing through Jing herbs. Like you mentioned, He Shou Wu, Rehmannia, Cordyceps, Eucommia Bark, and I think you mentioned Cistanche as well, Sage, and also you're going to get a good crossover there. And you don't have to have all of these, you know. You pick your herb, and Ashwagandha is also a beautiful one that's going to have those jewel effects on the nervous system and on the kidneys. Mason: Then we've gone to talk about, right. What herbs are we starting to include and what supplements are we starting to include to actually start clearing these out. Medicinal mushrooms we're going to go into next, but that's a huge aspect of building up basically the Jing of the immune system, which is always implicated. I can definitely always ... Definitely always, that's never the case. But I can generally say that you're going to see an immune suppression when it comes to candida. I think that's a fair thing to say, would you guys agree? Sage: Absolutely. Because you're very vulnerable to other things happening and taking place. Mason: Absolutely. So then we see both your suggestions in terms of what we're going to be getting coming in. We're going to get the herbs like Pau D'arco, the Chagas, the Reishis, Maitakes, and turkey tails are always going to be wonderful bringing those in to fortify the immune system. And you've talked about N-Acetyl Cysteine and started talking about this other aspect of this phase, which Sage, I know you're all over. And now that we're here Dan I really appreciate you bringing up the biofilms, the ability for us to actually break down. I don't know where you're atin terms of just describing what these biofilms actually are. I know there's a bit of calcification involved in them and I know the immune system especially has a hard time identifying that there is something there behind this little encasing, or this little barnacle, in which the infection lies beneath. It's one of ... Its survival, opportunistic mechanisms to not become identified by the immune system. Mason: And at that time so I just want to talk just a little bit more on that stage within this protocol, of actually knocking out these biofilms so our immune system can start getting this candida infection under control. So I just want to reiterate: your favorites for breaking down these biofilms, and then I just want to have another quick little conversation around opening up detox channels, supporting liver, and also my favorite, including binders, like clays within the diet to help moving these things out. And then also inclusive in this conversation is going to be, the saunas. We don't have to go too much further into it, but if you've got that going on, you're going to be definitely opening up that channel of detoxification through the skin. Mason: So in terms of knocking out these biofilms, your faves Dan? Dan: Pomegranate first and foremost. N-Acetyl Cysteine which we mentioned, and another one from the silkworm, Serrapeptase, I'm sure you guys are quite familiar with as well. Sage: Yep, absolutely. Mason: Another big favorite. Dan: Yeah. The only caution with Serrapeptase is long-term, it can ... Let me rewind a little bit. Good bacteria as well do form biofilm, and so there's a concern that long term use of agents like Serrapeptase and N-Acetyl Cysteine can also crack up good biofilms, which you don't want. Mason: Mm. And that's like, it's natural with anything that's a treatment protocol or enzymes therapy, with the Serrapeptase, you want to make sure that you're cycling it and respecting the treatment period, and you're not going in an “altering” the system of the body too long-term. Would you like the use of MSM in there? Have you ever found that useful? Dan: Yeah I do, I do like MSM and that's a big one I'll use in conjunction with this protocol particularly if people have joint-related issues. Which as Sage said, we often see that with candida, these fungal metabolites get passed around and float around through the body. It can cause quite painful and swollen joints and brain fog. That's another thing, with brain fog the components that get broken up with candida compounds actually form acid aldehyde, and that's why you get people who say, I feel like I'm drunk; I'll go to work and I just feel like I'm wasted and I can't think properly; my short-term memory's gone. And that's because of this acid aldehyde that the candida produced. Dan: SO yeah, sorry. Kind of went off on a little tangent there, but- Mason: No it's really funny when you see those news articles of people who they found had so much fermentation going on in the gut they were tested to be drunk and they hadn't had any alcohol at all. So bizarre, but it's true life. Dan: Next thing we know there'll be pulled over and getting breath tested and being fined as having [crosstalk 00:57:19]. Mason: Soon enough. You want to get tested for candida? Get pulled over and the cops [inaudible 00:57:23]. Dan: Yeah, imagine that. Imagine we get to the point that we're really concerned about the immunological health of our population. Random candida testing everybody. Pull over, like, parasite testing, you know? We've just got your back, everyone. Mason: Concerns your driving safety. Sorry Dan. Dan: Do not operate maChinery while candida is present. Mason: Yeah. Dan: But yeah, so to summarize. N-Acetyl Cysteine, Serrapeptase, the pomegranate. Good old green tea. Sounds very boring and we're used to hearing that but that is so, so good for candida in particular. We can talk about things like lauric acid and caprylic acid, they're often good additions to do particularly in those stubborn cases. Dan: The other one I didn't mention is berberine. Berberine is really efficient at cracking up biofilms and getting on top of ... And this is what I love about herbal medicine. It's like we're isolating candida but we know we're going to have a good effect on viruses and bacteria at the same time. So if someone does come in and they've got known candida issues, but they also have [inaudible 00:58:32], we know that using agents like berberine and pomegranate we're hitting both on the same head, if that makes sense. Mason: Mm-hmm (affirmative), mm-hmm (affirmative). Mason: Absolutely. I mean, yeah, it gets a little bit different when you're using herbals rather than isolates. Beautiful list there, Dan. I really like the Serrapeptase- MSM combination for breaking down those biofilms and definitely going to have to get a little bit more into pomegranate, definitely through my support behind the berberine. Mason: Sage, in term

If you, a family member or friend have been diagnosed and suffer from migraine headaches, you might want to listen & share this podcast. Dr. Madrid discusses natural approaches he takes with his patients to help prevent and control their migraines. See disclaimer below! Based on my article: https://iherb.co/3pJ5kNUC Some commonly recognized triggers of migraines: -Cheeses (due to the amino acid tyramine) -Wine (due to the presence of sulfites) -Food additives such as MSG, food dyes and preservatives -History of head trauma and concussion -Sleep deprivation -Sleep apnea -Chronic stress -Menstruation/Hormone changes -Caffeine can trigger in some, while preventing in others -Dehydration -Artificial sweeteners such as aspartame (NutraSweet), found in essentially all diet or zero-calorie carbonated beverages. Recommended Supplements: -Riboflavin – Adults - 400 mg daily. Pediatrics - 100 to 400 mg daily. -Magnesium chelate (i.e malate, citrate, etc.) –125 mg to 500 mg daily -Ginger – 250 mg to 500 mg once or twice daily. -Omega 3-Fish Oil – 2,000 to 4,000 mg daily. Divide into twice a day dosing. -Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) – 100 mg to 300 mg daily -Alpha Lipoic Acid – 600 to 800 mg daily to prevent migraines, okay to take in divided doses. -Melatonin –3 mg to 10 mg each night 1-2 hours before bed. -Feverfew – 250 mg once or twice per day. -Butterbur – 75 mg once to three times daily. Other Useful Prevention Measures -Clean up your diet, avoid toxins -Optimize Gut health -Regular aerobic exercise -Yoga -Acupuncture -Meditation -Chamomile essential oil has shown benefit when applied to the upper lip or when used with a diffuser -Lavender essential has shown benefit when applied to the upper lip or when used with a diffuser Instagram: @ericmadridmd Twitter: @ericmadridmd Facebook: facebook.com/ericmadridmd DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended to provide a diagnosis, treatment or medical advice. Opinions by Dr. Madrid are for INFORMATIONAL purposes only. Please consult with your physician regarding your situation as each person is unique.

Ep. 320: Can a Paleo or AIP Lifestyle Manage Diabetes? In this episode, Stacy and Sarah go beyond diet as a way to prevent or manage diabetes, exploring why Paleo and AIP lifestyle factors like activity, stress management, and sleep are critical components. Sarah also shares a list of her top nutrients picks for improving insulin sensitivity.   Click here to listen in iTunes If you enjoy the show, please review it in iTunes! The Paleo View (TPV), Episode 320: Can a Paleo or AIP Lifestyle Manage Diabetes? (0:00) Intro (0:40) News and Views Welcome back! According to Sarah, the best way to do a podcast is in PJs! Over 6 years of TPV podcasts! Shout out to the listener Stacy met at the Queen City Mischief and Magic festival in VA! If you're a Harry Potter fan, mark your calendar for next year's festival! Sarah realizes she doesn't need to be coy about transitioning into the podcast topic because listeners always read the episode title before listening to the podcast. (10:58) Question from Kayla: "Hi Stacy and Sarah! I loved your recap podcast! I'm writing because I haven't seen a podcast yet about diabetes and AIP. I did listen to the insulin one, but I'm specifically wondering how AIP could be helpful to a diabetic. I had gestational diabetes with all four of my pregnancies, progressively worsening with each one until my last which was very hard to control. Unsurprisingly, I am now struggling with high blood sugar even though my baby was born 9 months ago. I've seen that diabetes is an autoimmune condition, but I really don't understand the mechanics so it's hard for me to be motivated to stick to the AIP diet. Would you be able to discuss that more on your podcast? Can Sarah please geek out on my behalf? Thanks so much for your amazing work!" Sarah geeks out with general diabetes statistics Estimated 9.3% of the American population has diabetes. Type II Diabetes accounts for 95% of diabetes in America and Type I accounts for the remaining 5%. (13:17) The difference between Type I and Type II Diabetes Type I Diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the body's immune system is attacking the beta cells, which are the cells in the pancreas that make insulin. Type II Diabetes is a diet and lifestyle disease where the pancreas can still make insulin, but the body becomes less and less responsive to it until it's unable to manage blood sugar levels. Also known as insulin resistance. Because Type I diabetes is an autoimmune condition, Sarah recommends following the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) in addition to the other suggestions in this podcast. Traditional recommendations from American Diabetes Association for regulating insulin is "almost good," according to Sarah. Sarah likes their guidelines for measured carbohydrates, eating carbohydrates with protein, fat, and fiber, and focusing on whole food carbohydrates, but disagrees with their recommendations to eat whole grains and vegetable oils. One study shows that the Paleo Diet does a better job at regulating blood sugar than the Mediterranean Diet. Another study shows the Paleo Diet was more effective at improving glucose control and lipid profiles than the American Diabetes Association diet. Currently, no studies looking at the long term effects of the Paleo Diet on diabetes. (30:03) Lifestyle factors like activity, stress management, and sleep may have even more of an impact on insulin sensitivity than diet. Activity improves the body's insulin sensitivity receptors, both the number of receptors and their sensitivity. One study in healthy adults showed a 67% increase in amount of insulin needed to shuttle glucose out of the blood after 5 days of bedrest. People who are overweight and obese have an even greater increase in the amount of insulin needed. Sedentary periods also increase blood pressure, cholesterol, and other symptoms of metabolic syndrome. Taking a 2 minute activity break every 20 minutes can negate these effects. This can be as simple as getting up and moving around! More muscle mass equals more insulin sensitivity, which means there's benefit to doing muscle building exercises. Neither weight training nor cardio will negate the negative effects of sitting at a desk all day. (39:43) Chronic stress and acute stress are big factors in determining insulin sensitivity. Our fight or flight response regulates which bodily systems are prioritized. If we're constantly stressed our body isn't focusing on the immune system, digestion, reproductive functions, protein synthesis, bone formation, and regulating blood sugar. Chronic stress directly causes insulin resistance via cortisol. Researchers say chronic stress may be the number one contributor to metabolic system. Even acute stress causes insulin resistance and hyperglycemia because it's creating readily available energy for running away or other survival mechanisms. Sarah recommends working on resilience activities and managing stress. Practice saying "no," delegating, spending time in nature, cuddling, laughter, yoga, meditation, and down time. Stacy asks how these studies are measuring stress. Sarah says researchers are measuring cortisol levels and analyzing participant questionnaires. (49:02) Not getting enough sleep is a huge risk factor for diabetes. If you get less than 6 hours per night on a regular basis, you increase your risk of Type II diabetes by 50%! And you increase your risk of either diabetes and/or pre-diabetes by 2.4 times. Studies have shown that even a single night of lost sleep will make you insulin resistant. One study showed for every 30 minutes of weekday sleep debt the risk of obesity is 17% higher and the risk of insulin resistance is 39% higher - even if you're getting 15 hours of sleep on the weekends. (52:56) Stacy and Sarah discuss nutrients that are particularly important for insulin sensitivity. First off, always check with a health care provider before taking even a supplement. Some supplements do not mix with certain drugs. Vitamin D. Get your levels tested and supplement within the functional range of Vitamin D. Then retest your levels every 3 months. Vitamin D levels can change seasonally. Zinc. Important for glycemic control and the immune system. Ideally get it from foods like shellfish and nuts and seeds. Vitamin K2. Important for blood sugar management and can even reduce your risk of getting diabetes. Best sources are grass-fed meat, organ meat, grass-fed dairy. Chromium. More relevant for those who haven't been getting a lot of nutrients and may be just starting a Paleo Diet. Magnesium. Some studies show supplementation can improve glycemic control, but it's hit or miss. Data is stronger showing adequate intake of magnesium can prevent diabetes. Alpha Lipoic Acid. Has been shown in clinical trials to improve insulin sensitivity in those with Type II Diabetes. Berberine. Food sources can be hard to find. One source is Oregon Grapes, but they're only found in the Pacific Northwest. A couple studies have shown Berberine can be as effective as certain diabetes drugs. Curcumin (from turmeric). Anti-inflammatory. Some evidence showing it can prevent diabetes in people who are at a higher risk. Cinnamon. Also anti-inflammatory. Can reduce cholesterol by 18% and reduce blood sugar levels by 24%. Both Cassia and Ceylon cinnamon has this effect. Be warned, do not just eat a tablespoon of cinnamon - it will hurt! Conjugated Linoleic Acid (food, not supplement). Can be found in grass-fed meat and dairy from ruminant animals. Can significantly lower risk of diabetes. There is also preliminary evidence (some mixed, not conclusive) for blood sugar lowering properties of: CoQ10 Aloe Ashwagandha Ginkgo Green coffee bean extract Glucosamine Black cohosh Rhodiola Reishi mushroom Tart cherry juice White mulberry Fenugreek Milk thistle Ginseng Inositol Stacy suggests one way to get some of these amazing nutrients: FourSigmatic Mushroom Hot Cocoa with Reishi and Cinnamon. For more on medicinal mushrooms check out Episode 307. Get your questions in! We want to hear from you! And there's no end to questions we can answer and topics we can address! Engage on social media! That's how we get feedback! Thank you for listening "diet is only one factor here. insulin resistance might be even more tied to lifestyle than to diet." Relevant posts The Paleo Diet for Diabetes American Diabetes Association Guidelines Palaeolithic diet decreases fasting plasma leptin concentrations more than a diabetes diet in patients with type 2 diabetes: a randomised cross-over trial Benefits of a Paleolithic diet with and without supervised exercise on fat mass, insulin sensitivity, and glycemic control: a randomized controlled trial in individuals with type 2 diabetes    

Welcome back to our weekend Cabral HouseCall shows! This is where we answer our community's wellness, weight loss, and anti-aging questions to help people get back on track! Check out today's questions: Ali: I’m applying for the private concierge membership because I want one-on-one consultation with Dr. Cabral for a complicated situation that I’m in... I noticed that Julia and Caitlin are almost half the cost of seeing Dr. Cabral… is that cost difference a reflection of their ability to diagnose as well as Dr. Cabral, or is it more so a reflection of popularity because he’s of course the man behind the magic of all of this? Thanks! Ali   Libby: I’ve been listening to your podcasts for a little while, I can’t find you addressing this question, and thought it would be beneficial for many people. My daughter is almost 13 and is struggling with acne and has had some learning disabilities. I was listening to you suggest that they both are gut related. She was on antibiotics a lot as a baby/toddler. She had reoccurring ear infections and strep. She then had tubes, adenoids out, and tonsils out. What would you suggest for an almost teenager in getting her gut healthy?   Annie: I'm dating someone who has prostatitis. He's 30 and has seen a couple of MD's who all tell him not to worry about it. He used to drink quite a bit and has recently stopped which his doctors said is a good thing. He has pain in his low back and fell on his coccyx when he was little. We are working to strengthen his feet and spine, but the pain wakes him up at night when he changes positions and when he lays on a flat surface. He saw an acupuncturist that said sex is good for him and there isn't pain with orgasm. Is there anything else that you can recommend that he do to help remedy this? Thank you for your insight and all you do.   Terry: Am I getting enough water when I only consume between 30 - 40 ounces of water per day? If I try to force myself to drink more water, it only feels like I have a fish bowl in my belly. I ONLY drink natural spring water or filtered zero water with concentrace mineral drops. No soda, no alcohol. I have organic green tea once or twice per week. I feel great and have zero dehydration symptoms I know of. I will drink more water if I go hiking, but, it's still not remotely close to 1oz per body weight. Once again, I feel great, but, if I try to drink more water, I don't feel as good. I've always been this way. Urine was clear until I started taking the active B complex vitamins, now it is Yellow due to the B vitamins. I am vata body type all the way. Male, 47, 6 ft tall, 125 and cannot gain weight regardless of how much I work out or eat. I recently saw a local naturopath doctor. No sibo, candida, nor parasites. Lots of food intolerance due to leaky gut, but already healing from that with help from her and from you. I am a huge fan of your show. Thank you for all you do!   Peg: Hi Dr. Cabral, Thank you so much for all of the incredible information you share on your podcasts each day; I’ve learned so much from you over the last year and still find episodes I haven’t heard yet. I’ve also recommended your podcast to countless friends for all types of advise. I’ve searched your archives to see if you’ve answered any questions about Bell’s Palsy and I haven’t been able to find anything on this topic. 3 Months ago after a long plane flight I woke up to 1/2 of my face totally paralyzed. I was in a foreign country and not near a hospital so I searched online for answers as to what may have happened and determined it was likely Bell’s palsy. I contacted my pcp who prescribed a course of antivirals plus prednisone. Even though I did not want to take either, I could not find any other suggestions online so I tried them both without improvement. Once I returned to the states I saw my doctor who confirmed I have Bell’s Palsy, but only based on a clinical diagnosis, no MRI. Can you please tell me what causes Bell’s and what I can do to help to improve the symptoms? I’ve regained partial function in areas of my face but I far from back to normal. My doctor said it can take up to 6 months to go away and has no suggestions for treatment in the meantime. I am anxious to do something to regain my normal face back! So far I’ve done a few things on my own: Acupunture. Oral B12. Alpha Lipoic Acid. Please let me know if you can help, or if you have treatment suggestions. Thank you so much, Peg   Lily: Hi! I am writing to you with a question regarding the blood panel test Dr. Cabral recommended on his podcast, Female Panel by Life Extension. I have been experiencing amenorrhea for about a year as well as persistent digestive issues (constipation, bloating), anxiety and now brain fog. My gynecologist sent me for some very basic bloodwork a few months back (FSH, LH, TSH, DHEA-S) but besides a DHEA-S level of 498 she said I seemed to be "in range". I have been recommended to take Spironolactone/birth control but I am focusing on addressing the underlying stressor/s that are contributing to these symptoms. In order to get the best results with the blood panel, Life Extension recommends pre-menopausal females to get blood drawn on day 21 of their cycle. Being that I have amenorrhea, do you have any further recommendations for when I get the bloodwork done? Thank you for any help you can provide, sorry this was so much at once! I really appreciate all you do. Sincerely, Lily   Tallulah: Hello! I love the information you provide and have been seeing some great benefits from your CBD Oil. I am basically a mess, physically, right now and my quality of life is definitely not great. After being healthy my entire life (aside from stomach issues), I have been diagnosed with the following: Bradycardia, Metabolic alkalosis, hypoglycemia, raynaud's disease, leukopenia, amenorrhea (haven't menstruated in 4 years). I spent time in a treatment center for an eating disorder but I was really just eliminating foods over time that were hurting my stomach (and I enjoy working out—wasn't trying to lose weight). I should mention that I haven't had any kind of illness such as a cold or flu for over 10 years so at least my immune system seems to be working! At this point, I can barely eat or drink anything without bloating and pain. I have eaten clean for many years—pescatarian—organic, lots of vegetables, pasteurized eggs and no dairy or gluten. I also grill or bake all of my vegetables to help with digestion—even lettuce—never raw. I make my own soups and meals so as to avoid added salt or hidden gluten. I also don't take any medications other than Vitamin D, Biotin, Iron, zinc and magnesium supplements (clean versions) and unfortunately, miralax because I don't seem to be able to have a bm without it, which makes everything worse. At this point, I don't know what to do but suspect your Candida & Bacterial Protocol could help. Does it require fasting in any way? I am concerned about eliminating even more foods and losing more weight and getting lightheaded. Also, I would desperately love to do all of your tests to finally get some answers but know that I can't afford them right now. Do you have any recommendations for my situation aside from the tests? Hopefully, someday I can take them. I am no longer going to traditional doctors as it has cost a lot of money, hasn't helped and goes against most of what I believe in for how to heal the body. I appreciate any advice you can provide. Thank you so much for all of the help you are providing people. You are literally, saving lives. Thank you! Laura: Hi Stephen, I love your podcast and everything you're doing. I've had increasing lower abdominal pain over the last 12 months. It's becoming unbearable and really affecting my day to day life. I'm extremely healthy and lived a balanced lifestyle. I avoid dairy and gluten. 2 weeks ago I had the laparoscopy for the removal of endometriosis but None was found. I got my period this month for the first time in a year. I am not under weight or living I highly stressed life. A year ago I would have been very stressed though. My blood tests are great according to gymno and doctor and I monitor all the things that could potentially affect or cause these pains. There's no common foods that I am aware of. What questions me is the pain comes on around 5pm and stays for 3-4 hours. Generally I have lunch around 1 and don't snack at work or really eat until dinner. The pain seems to ease after I eat. The pain is shark, in the middle of my lower abdomen and causes severe bloating. Could I have a parasite or something causing this pain when my stomach is potentially empty? I'm exhausted and gutted that even after an operation I don't have any answers! If I was to take any of your tests what would you recommend? Any advice will help I don't even know where to begin now. 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  By now most of you know that weight gain and obesity are far more related to complex reactions in the body rather than to calorie or fat intake, and that our weight and body composition do not so much depend on the dietary ingredients themselves, but much rather on the hormonal and biochemical reactions these metabolically different food categories (fat, carbohydrate, protein) elicit in the human body. Excess insulin, excess blood sugar, excess cortisol and excess free radicals are the four main elements that promote ever-worsening hormonal regulation of and communication between cells, damaging our entire metabolism and ultimately leading to weight gain, accelerated aging and the development of chronic diseases. The chief hormonal culprit in promoting excess body fat is Insulin. Insulin is a large polypeptide hormone secreted by the beta-cells of the pancreas, and its production is directly stimulated by blood sugar (glucose). Insulin is needed to allow glucose from food to enter cells in the body and in the brain. There, glucose is broken down to produce the energy needed for the cells to work properly. Insulin is the chief hormone the body uses to lower excessively high blood sugar. So we do need Insulin! Too low, and we would end up with Type 1 Diabetes. But too high, and we end up with weight gain, Type 2 Diabetes and other chronic diseases. Ideally, our fasting insulin should be lower than 5. Overweight people tend to have higher baseline levels of insulin, which puts them automatically in fat-storage mode. On the contrary to most other hormones, such as thyroid, DHEA, testosterone and growth hormone, etc. which decrease with age, insulin levels often increase with age.   Insulin inhibits lipolysis (the breakdown of stored body fat for use as organ/muscle fuel), stimulates fatty acid synthesis (from both sugars and fats) and decreases the hepatic concentration of carnitine (carnitine ‘shuttles’ fatty acids into mitochondria) in most cells for use as ATP energy fuel. Insulin stimulates the fat cells to take up fat and sugar from the blood and store it as body fat, especially in the middle of the body, within the abdomen and around the vital organs. It causes sodium retention with consequent water retention and consequent hypertension (high blood pressure). It stimulates the liver to convert sugar and dietary fats into triglycerides, the form of fat that circulates in the blood and is stored in fat cells. It promotes atherosclerotic plaque formation, with studies showing that insulin-injecting diabetics typically develop atherosclerosis 10 – 20 years earlier than non-insulin-injecting diabetics.  High insulin can ultimately lead to the so-called ‘Syndrome X’, which involves the clustering of hyperinsulinemia, insulin resistance, hypertension, hyper-triglyceridemia, glucose intolerance, obesity, low HDL cholesterol and heart disease. As Western people age, they tend to develop the condition of insulin resistance, wherein the target cells of insulin – especially the muscle cells – become more and more resistant to ‘hearing the message’ of insulin. This in turn lessens the blood sugar-lowering effect of insulin, and as the body tries to compensate, the pancreas produces higher and higher insulin levels. Ultimately, even smaller amounts of sugar will lead to even higher blood sugar and insulin levels. This condition is called glucose intolerance. The onset of glucose intolerance may be due to frequent snacking on high-energy, carbohydrate-rich foods which prevent insulin levels from returning to normal fasting levels and are keeping insulin circulating in the blood for most of the day. If levels are chronically higher, cells must become somewhat insulin resistant. Why? Because most cells can burn either fat or glucose for fuel, but the brain (under non-fasting conditions) can only burn glucose and typically needs 400 – 500 calories/day of glucose – about one half the normal total circulating blood sugar. The brain doesn’t need insulin to absorb glucose, giving it a competitive edge over the other 40-100kg of tissue – unless insulin levels are frequently high. Thus in order to safeguard the brain’s minute-by-minute blood glucose delivery, other cells must develop insulin resistance when insulin levels are frequently or chronically high, so that they don’t ‘snatch’ all the blood glucose from the hungry brain. The primary hormone that should raise blood sugar to adequately feed the brain is glucagon. Glucagon, also secreted by the pancreas, is Insulin’s hormonal partner in regulating and fine-tuning blood sugar levels. Glucagon levels are largely determined by the amount of incoming dietary protein, just as insulin levels are strongly related to the amount of incoming carbohydrate. Glucose stimulates insulin production and inhibits glucagon production. Just as insulin lowers high blood sugar, glucagon raises low blood sugar – especially important when we skip meals, exercise severely, fast, etc. But insulin can inhibit glucagon release – especially at high concentrations. So then the body goes to “Plan B”: the release of cortisol. Cortisol, our stress hormone, comes to the brain’s rescue in two ways. It increases gluconeogenesis – breaking down proteins from skin, muscle and organ tissue and converting them to glucose in the liver. But cortisol also causes a moderate decrease in the rate of glucose utilization by cells everywhere in the body, causing insulin resistance! Thus excess insulin, cortisol and blood sugar are all interlocking and mutually enhancing. And not only does cortisol cannibalize precious body protein to make blood sugar, it also weakens the immune system, contributes to obesity and damages hippocampal neurons, the very ones lost in Alzheimer’s disease! Cortisol will also be secreted to raise blood sugar in those who frequently skip meals, are fasting, or are under severe stress. Severe, chronic stress is a threat to the body, not only because it increases cortisol production but also because the body needs to ‘steal’ pregnenolone, the scarce precursor of steroid hormones, to make its cortisol and pregnenolone might then not be available anymore for the production of other ‘good hormones’ such as testosterone. As noted earlier, cortisol is extremely fat-storage promoting and is the chief culprit of muscle catabolism (breakdown), directly opposing testosterone’s anabolic muscle-building action. The problem doesn’t end there, however. In both men and women, testosterone may be converted to estrogen through an aromatase enzyme. And the aromatase enzyme exists and functions primarily in body fat! Furthermore, estrogen is itself a powerful pro-fat hormone. Indeed, insulin, estrogen and cortisol are the three primary pro-fat hormones of the human body. The Anti-Insulin, Anti-Cortisol Program 1. Seriously reduce, or better yet, eliminate all processed, refined, junk food, high sugar (sucrose, fructose, glucose), high white flour “foods”: bread, pastries, cake, pie, candy, ice cream, crackers, cereal, corn/potato chips, snack bars, waffles/pancakes, soft drinks and doughnuts. 2. Increase your glucagon production with lean protein: low-fat (ideally grass-fed, organic) beef, lamb, chicken, turkey, fish etc. 3. Reduce carbohydrate-intake to 75-150 grams/day. These carbohydrates should be mainly vegetables, with small amounts of brown rice, millet, beans, almonds, pumpkin seeds and other unrefined, high-fiber natural foods. Even though all carbohydrates have some tendency to stimulate insulin release, some are worse than others. Experts have reported that when human volunteers were given drinks or meals calculated to contain 50 grams of carbohydrates, “… glucose and insulin responses were 35-65% lower when starch was the carbohydrate source than when either glucose or sucrose [white sugar] was the carbohydrate source….” Natural unrefined starches (especially vegetables) cause less hyperinsulin responses than sugar-rich foods such as candy, cake, pie, doughnuts, soft drinks, sports drinks, etc., as well as natural sugar foods such as dates, figs, dried pineapple, etc. 4. Take 40-60 minute brisk walks, 4-6 days/week, ideally barefoot on natural grounds, such as grass or sand on the beach. Going barefoot allows you to “ground” with the Earth and absorb negative electrons from the Earth through the soles of your feet – with a potent antioxidant effect, combating free radicals. Avoid walking in highly polluted areas. 5. Reduce stress in your life. Learn to say no, turn off your phone, meditate, read a good book, go for yoga or do whatever helps you to relax. 6. Take supplements to optimize your biochemistry  – Vitamins C, B3, B6, B12, NADH, Alpha Lipoic Acid, CoQ10, Iodine, Magnesium, Manganese, Zinc, CLA, GLA, EPA, Chromium, 5-HTP, cinnamon, etc. Stay fit and healthy!  

TODAY'S GUEST: Dr. Andy Cutler has a PhD in chemistry from Princeton, a BS in physics from the University of California. He is a registered patent agent and a licensed professional chemical engineer. He knows firsthand what can happen when you get mercury poisoning. He's experienced the devastating ‘mystery syndrome' and had doctor after doctor scratch their head in puzzlement and send him away. After finding out that the mercury in his amalgam fillings was the source of his terrible illness he was able to read the medical literature and determine a chemically sensible procedure to get well. This pioneered the rational use of chelators for heavy metal toxicity. The results of his experience and research culminated in writing the book Amalgam Illness on how to cure mercury poisoning, and the Hair Test Interpretation book on how to use a painless and inexpensive test to check for the toxic effects of a wide variety of elements. He currently works as a detox consultant and continues writing books. Connect With Today's guest: ANDY CUTLER, PhD., PE. Website: www.NoAmalgam.com and www.NoAmalgam.com/hairtestbook IN THIS EPISODE: After last week's great episode (which was a great hit with listeners) I am so glad we have more time to hear from Dr. Andy Cutler about the issue of mercury poisoning. His expertise in this area is invaluable to anyone who is struggling with any kind of mystery illness. On this episode, we get into the symptoms of mercury poisoning, how you can remove it from your system through mercury chelation, and what to watch out for when it comes to treatment methods. Do you suffer from a mystery illness? Are fatigue and disorientation a common experience for you? Dr. Andy Cutler has identified that many of those types of symptoms are in fact mercury poisoning. Where does mercury come from? Fillings are a huge culprit, but also many vaccinations. There are ways to tell if your symptoms are caused by mercury and Dr. Cutler walks us through those steps on this episode. What can you do to get mercury out of your body? The main way is through detoxification, and chelation is one of the best methods for doing that. But you've got to do it according to the strict protocols Dr. Cutler has devised, and ONLY after all the mercury that you know about (like in your dental work) is removed completely. Find out how to do this important mercury removal through mercury chelation, on this episode. Nobody who suffers from a chronic mystery condition should allow themselves to be satisfied with the guesses traditional physicians make about their symptoms. Dr. Cutler says that 9 out of 10 people who have a mystery illness likely have mercury poisoning as the root issue. You've got to listen to this episode to get the help you need. It could be the answer to your many years of questions and searching. If you'd like to find out all the details about mercury chelation Dr. Cutler's book is the best resource available. It gives clear, easy to follow steps to the chelation process and you can do it yourself with supplements you can purchase over the counter. Why not give it a try? The only thing you have to lose is your mystery illness. Find his book in the resources section of this podcast episode. Outline Of This Great Episode [2:00] My introduction to this episode and welcome to you - my listener! [8:42] The symptoms of mercury poisoning. [13:30] Dr. Cutler's protocol for treating mercury poisoning. [23:55] Could this protocol be used to treat neuropathy? [28:19] How to detect if you have mercury in your dental work. [34:49] Testing to detect mercury toxicity. [41:00] Tests to avoid. [44:33] Recommendations for Alpha Lipoic Acid and Vitamin C supplementation. [52:57] 3 steps listeners should pay attention to. [55:11] How to learn more from Dr. Cutler. Resources Mentioned On This Episode contact(AT)VidalSpeaks.com - Contact me! FACEBOOK group: Dr. Cutler's Chelation Think Tank Analytical Research Lab Testing Rocky Mountain Analytical Testing BOOK: Amalgam Illness: Diagnosis and Treatment BOOK: Hair Test Interpretation See Mercury vapors and then to see the vapors in a carpet https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lpZF88fqrl8 See Mercury vapors coming out of a 25 year old tooth https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ylnQ-T7oiA Trace Amounts movie to watch for free https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEL7TojuEno&feature=youtu.be How we get mercury from trees! https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=cs3Q3fFg-SQ    Cutler Success Stories http://cutlersuccessstories.weebly.com/what-not-to-do.html List of symptoms of Mercury Poisoning http://www.mercurypoisoned.com/symptoms.html

Dec 31, 2013 Podcast: Is It Bad To Run In Cold Weather, How To Heal Head Injuries As Fast As Possible, Alternatives To Squats, Can Power or Speed or Strength Sports Build Endurance, How Endurance Training Can Make You Fat, and Hemp vs. Whey Protein. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on , and . Good rule of thumb: Check this out - pretty cool that This is officially it - ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Jan 12, 6:30pm Pacific/9:30pm Eastern: How To Detox Your Body For The New Year! 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In my response I recommend: - How To Heal Head Injuries As Fast As Possible Billy says:He was on a trail run when he tripped and hit his head on a rock and now he has a concussion. Do you have any advice on how to heal his head in time for a race in January? In my response I recommend the following for fixing blood flow issues to the brain and nerve damage from head injuries:On empty stomach in morning, mid-morning or mid-afternoon: -1000mg curcumin. -300mg Alpha Lipoic Acid. -20mg Resveratrol. -600mg Acetyl-L-Carnitine. -150mcg Huperzine-A. -15mg Vinpocetine. -120mg Gingko extract.Now this is a ton of stuff and bottles/capsules/powders. So if you want to make life easy, Ben recommends you do it this way: Morning upon waking: - -3 capsules Mid-morning or mid-afternoon on empty stomach: -1 packet That’s it. Those three supplements (Cognitex + Phenocane + TianChi) contain everything Ben went through. Then, with your first or last meal of the day: -4g Triglyceride Based Fish Oil - best brands are Barleans, Pharmax, Green Pastures or LivingFuel SuperEssentials (Ben uses ) Then, in afternoon in glass of water: -, 6 drops. Then, in evening before bed: -Magnesium Citrate, 400-600mg. Recommend . Also: Avoid vegetable oils. Avoid heated seeds and nuts. Avoid grain fed meat and farmed fish. In summary, there are 6 total things you can and should use to heal nerves, shut down brain inflammation and increase brain blood flow to heal as fast as possible after concussion or head injury: Phenocane, Cognitex, TianChi, Fish Oil, Iodine and Magnesium. Alternatives To Squats Matthew says:He is 36 and has decided to get in shape. He is trying to put on some mass but he has had multiple arthroscopies on both knees. He thinks he should probably not be doing squats but he wants to get the muscle gaining benefits of doing squats. Is there something else he can do... that won't cripple him later in life? In my response I recommend: - Can Power, Speed or Strength Sports Build Endurance? Nikki says:She is very excited to hear that you are focusing on Tennis more this year but she is wondering how you will go about balancing endurance training with your tennis training? She is in the same boat and finds it very time consuming to practice the mental aspect of tennis which is cutting into her triathlon training. Is there any way to overlap the training or ways to hack her mental game so it doesn't take so much time? In my response I recommend: - How Endurance Training Can Make You Fat Shelly says:Since starting Ironman training (8-15 hours per week) she has noticed that her body has become less defined and thicker than when she only trained for running events (5-8 hour a week). She eats paleo (with the exception of a glass or two of wine in the evening). Why is she feeling thicker and less defined when she is working out longer and harder than ever before? In my response I recommend: -Previous episode on "" (episode #219) -Testing with , or - Hemp vs. Whey Protein Stephen says:Would like to know what the difference is between Hemp Protein vs. Whey Protein. He has been told that Hemp is better for you. Is this true? Or is Whey the way (heh) to go? ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. !

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Background/Aims: The goal of the present study was to determine whether transforming growth factor-beta(2) (TGF-beta(2))- and oxidative stress-induced cellular changes in cultured human optic nerve head (ONH) astrocytes could be reduced by pretreatment with the antioxidant alpha-lipoic acid (LA). Methods: Cultured ONH astrocytes were treated with 1.0 ng/ml TGF-beta(2) for 24 h or 200 mu M hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) for 1 h. Lipid peroxidation was measured by a decrease in cis-pari-naric acid fluorescence. Additionally, cells were pretreated with different concentrations of LA before TGF-beta 2 or H2O2 exposure. Expressions of the heat shock protein (Hsp) alpha B-crystallin and Hsp27, the extracellular matrix (ECM) component fibronectin and the ECM-modulating protein connective tissue growth factor (CTGF) were examined with immunohistochemistry and real-time PCR analysis. Results: Both TGF-beta(2) and H2O2 increased lipid peroxidation. Treatment of astrocytes with TGF-beta(2) and H2O2 upregulated the expression of alpha B-crystallin, Hsp27, fibronectin and CTGF. Pretreatment with different concentrations of LA reduced the TGF-beta(2)- and H2O2-stimulated gene expressions. Conclusion: We showed that TGF-beta(2)- and H2O2-stimulated gene expressions could be prevented by pretreatment with the antioxidant LA in cultured human ONH astrocytes. Therefore, it is tempting to speculate that the use of antioxidants could have protective effects in glaucomatous optic neuropathy. Copyright (C) 2012 S. Karger AG, Basel

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I'm not looking to gain cycling fitness doing this. bigpaully1 asks via Twitter: @bengreenfield how do you feel about hyaluronic acid being injected into a knee to reduce pain in that joint. Jake asks: does it make sense to add clip on aero bars to a standard road bike? It seems to me that the geometry of the road bike does not lend itself well to being in the aero position, and that riding in the regular drop bars is more efficient. Would love to hear your thoughts. Mike asks: In your experience with your athletes, has anyone ever complained of TFL pain/syndrome? I've had a few massages, ice, NSAIDSs, A.R.T., Graston, stretching, strengthening, refrained from all running, dry needling, hydrotherapy jets, and witchcraft. And after 7-8 weeks, the pain is no better, just disappeared a few times only to return the next day. No pattern of when it feels better, but it doesn't hurt during any activity except running or 1-leg squats (2-leg squats are 100% pain-free). I'm not a crazy runner, I'm like one of your athletes, just 10-15 hours/week max, and I rarely run more than 30 miles/week. It only bothers me during running (walking sometimes), though it feels worse the next day, and I've only run 2x in the past 3 weeks. Glutes, hammys, and quads are good to go (strong, flexible, rested). Psoas/obliques are a little tight on the injured side. In my response to Mike, I recommend he try my "Bulletproof Knee" program. Billy asks: I think I recently developed IBS and I was wondering if you can talk about IBS in athletes. My doctor took blood tests and stool samples (all negative) , and a xray of my abdominal area and the results says I have a large amount of stool present at the time of the xray. I like to note that I do go 1-3 times a day, but most times a don't feel fully relieved. I'm currently playing around with my diet and hoping that this will help. The doctor thinks I may eat too well and that its causing me to be constipated. 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Introduction: To evaluate the effect of alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) on the occurrence of diabetic macular edema. Methods: Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter, multinational study. Patients were randomized to the treatment group with 600 mg ALA per day or the placebo group. Every 6 months stereo fundus photographs, HbA1c levels, and an ophthalmological examination were documented. The primary endpoint was the occurrence of clinically significant macular edema (CSME) within a follow-up period of 2 years. Results: We randomized 235 patients with type II diabetes mellitus into the treatment group (mean age 58.0 years) and 232 into the placebo group (mean age 57.9 years). Mean HbA1c level was 8.1, with no significant differences between the treatment (mean 8.2, SD +/- 1.35) and placebo groups (mean 8.1, SD +/- 1.29). HbA1c values remained constant over time. In the treatment and placebo groups, 84 and 86 patients (35.7 and 37.1%) had insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) with a median duration of diabetes of 9.3 versus 9.0 years in the placebo group. Visual acuity remained unchanged during the entire trial. Concerning the primary endpoint, the study provided a negative result, i.e. 26/235 patients in the treatment group and 30/232 patients in the placebo group developed CSME. Confirmatory intention-to-treat analysis of the primary endpoint revealed no statistically significant difference between groups (log-rank test, p = 0.7108, HR = 0.9057 with CI = 0.5355-1.5317). Median follow-up was identical (2.00 years). Conclusions: A daily dosage of 600 mg ALA does not prevent the occurrence of CSME in IDDM patients. Copyright (C) 2011 S. Karger AG, Basel

Learn The Correct Use of Lipoic Acid With Naltrexone In Cancer Treatment and In Severe Liver Disease Burt Berkson MD, PhD practices integrative medicine in Las Cruces, New Mexico and is an adjunct professor at New Mexico State University. Dr Berkson is an active researcher and speaker and in 2007 spoke at the National Cancer Institute on his successful experience in treating cancer and autoimmune diseases with Low Dose Naltrexone and Alpha-Lipoic Acid. He is the CDC expert consultant on lipoic acid and liver disease and a former FDA alpha-lipoic acid principal investigator. He has authored, or co-authored 4 books; The Alpha-Lipoic Acid Breakthrough; All About the B Vitamins; Syndrome X; and A Users Guide to the B Vitamins. Download or Open:

The final episode features hormones, an aromatic that contains the combination of neuropeptides that enhance the efficacy of human pheromones, herbals, using topicals including COQ10, DMAE and ALA to regenerate collagen and elastin to repair skin damage and the positive impact of intimate relationships and sex on healthy-aging. Anti-aging expert, Nicholas Perricone, MD, FACN, a board certified clinical dermatologist, and founder and CEO of N.V. Perricone M.D., Ltd. and author of three New York Times #1 Best Sellers, The Perricone Promise, The Perricone Prescription and The Wrinkle Cure and his most recent book, Dr. Perricone's 7 Secrets to Beauty, Health and Longevity discusses new techniques in the preservation of beauty and healthy-aging.

This second episode covers the effect of lifestyle changes including stress-reduction, adequate sleep and exercise as well as details of the "Facelift in the Fridge" 3-Day Diet. Dr. Perricone describes how to age-proof yourself with an anti-oxidant diet that counters inflammation. He explains why salmon, berries and other low-glycemic super-foods reduce the inflammation responsible for aging and how important it is to manage beauty from the inside out. He discusses in depth his Three-Tiered Anti-Inflammatory Program, which consists of the Anti-inflammatory diet, targeted anti-oxidant nutritional supplements and topical anti-oxidants. Key ingredients include Alpha Lipoic Acid, Vitamin C Ester, DMAE (Dimethyl Amino Ethanol), Coenzyme Q-10, Omega-3 and Astaxanthin.

The first episode explains the miracle of cellular rejuvenation and the highly visible effects of an anti-inflammatory diet on both face and body. Anti-aging expert, Nicholas Perricone, MD, FACN, a board certified clinical dermatologist, and founder and CEO of N.V. Perricone M.D., Ltd. and author of three New York Times #1 Best Sellers, The Perricone Promise, The Perricone Prescription and The Wrinkle Cure and his most recent book, Dr. Perricone's 7 Secrets to Beauty, Health and Longevity discusses new techniques in the preservation of beauty and healthy-aging. Dr. Perricone effortlessly explains the science supporting all his ideas, clarifying how to fight the aging process and host, Teri, is spot-on at asking Dr. Perricone the practical questions we all want to know about applying his diet plans, nutritional supplements, exercise recommendations and topical cosmeceuticals to our lives. Dr. Perricone describes how to age-proof yourself with an anti-oxidant diet that counters inflammation. He explains why salmon, berries and other low-glycemic super-foods reduce the inflammation responsible for aging and how important it is to manage beauty from the inside out. He discusses in depth his Three-Tiered Anti-Inflammatory Program, which consists of the Anti-inflammatory diet, targeted anti-oxidant nutritional supplements and topical anti-oxidants. Key ingredients include Alpha Lipoic Acid, Vitamin C Ester, DMAE (Dimethyl Amino Ethanol), Coenzyme Q-10, Omega-3 and Astaxanthin.

Both, the R-enantiomer of the antioxidant alpha-lipoic acid (R-LA) and the hormone atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) are known to exert potent hepatoprotective action. The present work characterises alpha-lipoic acid- and ANP-mediated signal transduction pathways involved in the regulation of apoptotic cell death in two different models: primary hepatocytes and ischemic isolated perfused rat livers. alpha-lipoic acid was shown to protect isolated hepatocytes from TNF-alpha-/ActinomycinD-induced apoptosis. Astonishingly, this effect did not seem to be governed neither by its well described antioxidative nor its Fe-chelating properties. In fact, the LA-mediated activation of the PI3-K/Akt survival pathway seemed to be responsible for the antiapoptotic properties of alpha-lipoic acid. Consequently, incubation with a specific PI3-K-inhibitor significantly reduced both, R-LA-mediated decrease in caspase activity and R-LA-induced BAD phosphorylation. Thus, PI3-K-mediated Akt activation and subsequent phosphorylation of the proapoptotic protein BAD at Ser136 are causally involved in the antiapoptotic signalling mediated by R-LA. Perfusion with ANP 20 min prior to the ischemic period is known to reduce apoptotic cell death occurring at the end of the ischemic period. We could previously show that this preconditioning of rat livers leads to a marked activation of p38 MAPK. Since ANP reduces apoptotic cell death, the potential connection between this ANP-induced p38 MAPK activation and apoptosis reduction was investigated. Astonishingly, liver perfusion with an p38 MAPK inhibitor even decreased apoptotic cell death, supporting a detrimental role of this kinase. PKA-specific inhibitors demonstrated the involvement of PKA in this ANP-mediated protection. Interestingly, it also turned out that PKA phosphorylates the proapoptotic protein BAD at Ser112, an effect known to contribute to the inhibition of apoptosis. In summary, the present data show for the first time that phosphorylation of BAD at either Ser136 or Ser112 turns out to be a central protective mechanism to defend from hepatocyte apoptosis.