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Host Jeremy Quinby has a conversation with Dr. Josh Levitt about Naturopathic medicine's tradition in the health maintenance, care and wellness practices. Having both practiced for more than 25 years in what has been in recently history known as 'alternative medicine,' they discuss how they've used herbal medicine, supplements, movement therapy and bodywork as care geared towards health improvement, not just the treatment of symptoms. Josh also explains how and why naturopathic care is considered primary care and is covered by insurance in Connecticut. This episode is chocked full of resource for people struggling with general health issues and depletion.https://upwellness.com

Dr. Josh Levitt is a naturopathic physician with a degree in physiology from UCLA, a doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University, residency training in integrative medicine, over ten years of precepting medical residents from the Yale School of Medicine, and over 20 years of direct clinical experience with thousands of patients. He has helped thousands of patients with natural solutions to common, chronic, and complex medical problems. His primary focus is on painful orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions and helping people understand and treat their pain at the source. As such... natural, integrative, nutritional, and herbal treatments for inflammation, muscle tension, biomechanics/posture, and mind-body medicine for pain management are core talking points. Dr. Levitt is also the co-founder and medical director at UpWellness which is an 8-figure company where he created a line of premium natural products that work. In this episode, we get into: ✅ Root causes of Joint Pain (Arthritis, Inflammation, Specific Painful Conditions) ✅ What's better, medicinal mushrooms or adaptogenic herbs for stress? ✅ Top 5 Best Anti-Inflammatory Supplements ✅ Why cervical disc disease is on the rise

Dr. Josh Levitt is a naturopathic physician with a degree in physiology from UCLA, a doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University, residency training in integrative medicine, over ten years of precepting medical residents from the Yale School of Medicine, and over 20 years of direct clinical experience with thousands of patients. He has helped thousands of patients with natural solutions to common, chronic, and complex medical problems. His primary focus is on painful orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions and helping people understand and treat their pain at the source. As such... natural, integrative, nutritional, and herbal treatments for inflammation, muscle tension, biomechanics/posture, and mind-body medicine for pain management are core talking points. Dr. Levitt is also the co-founder and medical director at UpWellness which is an 8-figure company where he created a line of premium natural products that work. In this episode, we get into: ✅ Root causes of Joint Pain (Arthritis, Inflammation, Specific Painful Conditions) ✅ What's better, medicinal mushrooms or adaptogenic herbs for stress? ✅ Top 5 Best Anti-Inflammatory Supplements ✅ Why cervical disc disease is on the rise

Get ready for an eye-opening podcast episode that explores the fascinating world of inflammation and how we can combat it using nutrition and herbs. Do you hear the word inflammation everwhere, but are a little confused exactly what it is or if you have it? We kick off the episode by diving into the nitty-gritty of inflammation and its impact on our health. We uncover the various things that can trigger inflammation, like stress, junk food, and enviroment. Understanding what's causing the inflammation helps us figure out how to deal with it effectively. Then, we take a deep dive into the realm of nutrition and herbal solutions. Our guest Dr. Josh Levitt talks about how these natural approaches can help us tame inflammation. Certain nutrients and herbs have anti-inflammatory properties that can replace traditional drugs. We then explore how certain drugs we are using can effect with the nutrients in our bodies, leaving us with imbalances. It's important to know about these drug-induced nutrient depletions so we can fix them and stay healthy. Throughout the episode, we dish out practical tips and advice so you can try out these nutritional and herbal solutions in your own life. By taking a holistic approach and embracing the power of these natural remedies, you can potentially say goodbye to inflammation and boost your overall well-being. In a nutshell,  this podcast episode help us understand inflammation, its underlying causes and encourages us to rethink how we tackle tackle treatment. About our guest: Dr. Josh Levitt Dr. Josh Levitt is a naturopathic physician with a degree in physiology from UCLA, a doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University, residency training in integrative medicine, over ten years of precepting medical residents from the Yale School of Medicine, and over 20 years of direct clinical experience with thousands of patients. He has helped thousands of patients with natural solutions to common, chronic, and complex medical problems. His primary focus is on painful orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions and helping people understand and treat their pain at the source.  www.upwellness.com IG: @drjoshlevitt TT: @upwellness Good gut health is foundational to all health.  Download this free guide for simple but effective tips you can do every day and a proven protocol for better gut health.  Go to www.TheGutFixer.com to get started today. For more info on the host, visit www.megmill.com and follow Meg on Instagram @drmegmill. I would love for you to screenshot the episode and tag me so we can connect! Don't forget to leave a review!

Dr. Josh Levitt is a naturopathic physician with a degree in physiology from UCLA, a doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University, residency training in integrative medicine, over ten years of precepting medical residents from the Yale School of Medicine, and over 20 years of direct clinical experience with thousands of patients.He has helped thousands of patients with natural solutions to common, chronic, and complex medical problems. His primary focus is on painful orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions and helping people understand and treat their pain at the source. As such... natural, integrative, nutritional, and herbal treatments for inflammation, muscle tension, biomechanics/posture, and mind-body medicine for pain management are core talking points.Dr. Levitt is also the co-founder and medical director at UpWellness which is an8-figure company where he created a line of premium natural products that work.In this episode, we get into:✅ Root causes of Joint Pain (Arthritis, Inflammation, Specific Painful Conditions)✅  What's better, medicinal mushrooms or adaptogenic herbs for stress? ✅ Top 5 Best Anti-Inflammatory Supplements✅ Why cervical disc disease is on the rise

We are thrilled to bring you this conversation with Dr. Josh Levitt, who has helped thousands of patients with natural solutions to common, chronic, and complex medical problems. He brings a unique approach to medicine to ensure his patients are getting the best care possible. In this episode, we cover the foundations of naturopathic medicine, Dr. Josh's hierarchy of therapeutics, causes of unnecessary surgery, common causes of pain in the body, the link between leaky gut & systemic inflammation, as well as his top anti-inflammatory nutrients. Dr. Josh Levitt is a naturopathic physician with a degree in physiology from UCLA, a doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University, residency training in integrative medicine, over 10 years of precepting medical residents from the Yale School of Medicine, and over 20 years of direct clinical experience with thousands of patients.He has helped thousands of patients with natural solutions to common, chronic, and complex medical problems. His primary focus is on painful orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions and helping people understand and treat their pain at the source. As such… natural, integrative, nutritional, and herbal treatments for inflammation, muscle tension, biomechanics/posture, and mind-body medicine for pain management are core talking points. Dr. Levitt is also the co-founder and medical director at UpWellness which is an 8-figure company where he created a line of premium natural products that work. SHOW NOTES:0:51 Welcome to the show!1:44 Pop Quiz of the Day3:15 Today's topic5:15 Dr. Josh Levitt's bio6:10 Welcome him to the show!7:35 His journey into medicine9:42 What is Naturopathic medicine?9:50 “NAY-tural” vs “NA-tural”14:15 The Hierarchy of Therapeutics17:20 Weighing in on Antibiotics & Surgery19:05 Renee's history with back pain20:29 Causes for unnecessary surgery22:16 Statistics on back pain23:05 Lauren's herniated disc24:43 Other causes of PAIN29:57 *Sleep Breakthrough*32:09 Where do we start?33:51 Leaky gut & Inflammation35:21 Testing for inflammation38:30 Powerful compounds for inflammation44:18 Magnesium & Stress46:38 Black Pipeline Research & backlash49:20 Deciphering Misinformation: Berberine & Taurine51:59 Transitioning to more natural options54:01 Contraindications: supplements vs meds57:01 His final piece of advice59:46 Where to find him1:00:26 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Website: upwellness.comIG: @upwellness @drjoshlevittFB: Up WellnessSleep Breakthrough - discount code: BIOHACKERBABES10Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Have you ever considered alternatives to traditional Western medicine? Dr. Josh Levitt is a naturopathic physician based in Connecticut. In practice, Dr. Levitt draws upon the science of both conventional and natural medicine and artfully combines the two into a "best of both worlds" treatment strategy. He employs a unique blend of nutritional therapy, herbal medicine, and physical medicine to treat a wide range of common and complex medical problems. His patients praise him for his ability to educate, motivate, and inspire them with stories and guidance that help them help themselves. (https://www.truehealthinitiative.org/council_member/joshua-levitt/) It was a pleasure to learn from him, and I know you'll take something from this episode.   What you'll hear:   Dr. Levitt's backstory and why he pursued the naturopathic path (1:41) Spontaneity and how he's settled down (5:01) The shift to acceptance of a blended approach to medicine and the catalyst for that shift (7:19) Preventative care vs. treatment (9:40) "Woowoo" in alternative medicine (11:32) The field of study he's most interested in and a field that needs more attention than it's getting (13:09) Barriers to access to traditional medical treatment in the US (14:55) His typical client and their ailments (17:02) The increase in the awareness of and interest in naturopathic medicine (19:20) Reasons for the decline in the overall health of our population as a whole (21:03) Obesity in America (23:58) How to approach the overall declining health of our population (25:50) The epigenetic effect of our declining health (28:35) Flipping the script and having people live more in line with their evolutionary past (29:46) Ketogenic diet from a biological and nutrient availability standpoint (32:47) The importance of building and maintaining muscle tissue (37:13) Biohacks to incorporate to get relatively quick results and benefits (38:43) Hormone replacement therapy (41:38) The aging process (45:36) Chiropractic work (48:52) Taking a holistic approach to treat clients (51:27) Knee health and training (51:55) Compression boots (54:43) What he's excited about (59:24)   Where to learn more from Dr. Levitt:   Up Wellness Instagram   If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!  

In today's episode I get to introduce you to my friend and colleague Dr. Josh Levitt. He is a Naturopathic Doctor who graduated from Bastyr University like me and also holds a degree in physiology from UCLA. He is also the author and creator of several popular books and is a clinical preceptor for the Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Levitt draws upon the science of both conventional and natural medicine and artfully combines the two into a “best of both worlds” treatment strategy. He employs a unique blend of nutritional therapy, herbal medicine, and physical medicine to treat a wide range of common and complex medical problems. Today we talk about musculoskeletal health, especially what people experience in terms of joint pain and not only why they're experiencing joint pain, but also the frustrations navigating the medical system related to joint pain and joint issues. His interest and passion in helping people with their musculoskeletal health, and pain in general, comes from being a surfer and skateboarder as he was growing up in Southern California. Being in casts and braces of various sorts and going through lots of X-rays and lots of broken bones he developed an early interest in orthopedics and musculoskeletal health. Later in life, after going through a very serious skin infection while travelling through Europe, he discovered a new world of natural and herbal remedies and was instantly drawn to the naturopathic health world. Conventional Medicine vs Naturopathy. Are They Mutually Exclusive? Like so many things in life, health and medicine exist on a spectrum. Within that spectrum there are different domains, you have nutrition and herbs, and surgery and neurosurgery, medications, laughter, community, love, gratitude, etc. There is a long list of things that qualify as medicine in that context and conventional medicine and naturopathy should not be seen as mutually exclusive. In Naturopathy, the philosophy is to use the lowest amount of force that's necessary in order to promote healing. That is just one way of looking at medicine and what it means to heal. Using the least invasive or the least forced therapies for what a person needs is what Dr. Levitt uses in his approach to treating orthopedic and musculoskeletal health issues. What Are Some of the Most Common Joint or Muscle Issues? The most common complaint in primary care offices across the country is low back pain. We can go from there and say low back pain, mid back pain, and neck pain. So, pain in or around the spine is a big one. A common diagnosis is a bulging or herniated disc. It might be causing sciatica, and it might be degenerative disk disease in the neck or back. These kinds of spinal complaints are the things that people might go to an orthopedist for, but also might go to a chiropractor or an acupuncturist or a naturopathic doctor. Other common causes of joint pain are rotator cuff problems in the shoulder, tennis elbow or carpal tunnel syndrome in the upper extremity, hip pain, knee pain, foot pain, and plantar fasciitis. There are so many different diagnoses in musculoskeletal category, but they all relate to people who have something that hurts and are looking for a way to heal. What Is the Conventional Medicine Way to Treat Joint and Muscle Pain? There's a very like predictable pattern of prescriptions that happen for people who are in pain. It starts with over-the-counter pain relievers or anti-inflammatory medications. It goes up from there to injectable forms of those drugs, to steroidal medications and corticosteroids, to some kind of surgical intervention. That's just a very common and predictable pattern we see in conventional medicine. A lumbar fusion, a microdiscectomy, a laminectomy, an arthroscopic knee surgery, or a full-blown knee or hip replacement. There are hundreds of thousands of surgeries being performed in this country on spines, necks, backs, knees and hips that are outright unnecessary or totally inappropriate, and that's a tragedy. In naturopathic medicine there are so many options and tools that could prevent the need for medications and even surgery. Why use such a powerful invasive tool when another less powerful, less invasive, less toxic, less forceful intervention would do the trick? A knee replacement in the appropriate patient and circumstance is a beautiful thing. In fact, it's almost miraculous, but only when done on the right person in the right situation. If you do it on a person who doesn't need that level of intervention, that's almost criminal. When we look at people who are in their 40s who do not have back pain and take MRIs of their backs, you will find that 40% of them have bulging discs in their lumbar spine. Same with knees with meniscus tears or chronic degenerative meniscus tears in the knees - 40% of people have those and their knees feel great. And then you go up every decade from there - in their fifties it's 50%, in their sixties it's 60% of people who are feeling good have evidence of degenerative problems in their spine and/or joints. As soon as they feel some kind of pain and they go to a doctor they get that MRI and then the pain is immediately linked to that degenerative problem. This is simply not true. There are other things that can be causing the pain and they need to be evaluated. For example, excessive inflammation, muscle tension, strength versus flexibility imbalance, fibrosis, and also the psycho-emotional part of it. When we address these things comprehensively people get better and can avoid the need for medications or surgery to heal. What Is Inflammation and What's it's Role on The Body? Inflammation is named after fire in Latin and so inflammation and fire are really similar. We need them both. Fire is very important, as we know we use it to cook and we use it to stay warm. Fire is part of our lives, and when it's contained and controlled it's great but when fire escapes the fire pit or the candle, you have a big problem. It becomes maybe one of the most destructive forces in nature. Inflammation is very similar; people think of it as bad and want to suppress inflammation, but it is absolutely fundamental to healing. It's our body's response to help us heal. But just like fire, when that inflammation is excessive, it becomes destructive. It can be a major driver of chronic disease and painful syndromes. If you get stung by a bee or stub your toe, you want an inflammatory response to start the healing process. You just want it to be normal and not excessive, because that's when it starts to be a wildfire. Our diet, physical activity level, stress exposure, environmental toxins, and lifestyle in general are all factors that affect our body's ability to produce a controlled inflammatory response. Then if a person is having an excessive reaction that persist, we can use therapeutic herbal medicines to get it back to normal. Herbal treatments and diet changes are a long run fight. The person needs to understand that dietary changes, supplements, herbs, and nutrients are going to make that person less likely to have problems in the future. Now, if someone shows up with a knee the size of a grapefruit, they will need to feel better right away because they are in terrible pain and that's where conventional drugs might work. But it's also proven that when you suppress inflammation aggressively, like with steroids or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, especially for extended periods, the problem will be worse over the long term. They will be more likely to require more medication and more interventions over time. It's like winning the battle but losing the war. There's a parallel in fever. If we suppress the fever, we will feel better, but so will the virus or the bacteria and it will likely take us longer to heal. It's very similar with the inflammatory response. What Natural Tools Do We Have to Drop Joint and Muscle Inflammation? There are many natural remedies to drop inflammation that can avoid the need for non-steroidal or steroidal drugs that work for joint pain: 1. Curcumin: This is the active ingredient in turmeric. When you dry the turmeric root and put it into a powder, about 2% of that powder will be curcumin. Curcumin targets many of the different actors inside the inflammatory cascade and modulates the inflammatory response in a very powerful way. This herbal medicine is extremely safe, very well tolerated and powerfully effective. It also has a quite broad dosage range. You can go very high without getting yourself in trouble. 2. Boswellia Serrata Frankincense: This is made of a resin from a from a tree and it is also anti-inflammatory. It targets inflammation in a different way than curcumin and can work in resurfacing cartilage and improving the integrity of cartilage surfaces that have been damaged by wear and tear. 3. Bromelain: This is an enzyme that is extracted from pineapple and it's antifibrotic. It's the active ingredient in meat tenderizer so when you sprinkle meat tenderizer on a piece of tough gristly meat it chemically digests fibrin in that tough steak and makes it more tender, and so bromelain does the same thing in your body, it gets absorbed and will have a fibrinolytic effect in your body and that's a good thing when you have fibrin or fibrosis that's restricting blood flow, nerve activity or range of motion inside of a joint. 4. Magnesium: In terms of addressing the muscular part of the pain, there's a lot of things that can be done like acupuncture, stretches, strengthening exercises, etc. But if we talk about what can you take orally for muscular pain, magnesium is very effective. Magnesium is not an herb; it's a mineral and it is a very important for physiology for all kinds. It works by decreasing muscle tension and increasing muscle relaxation. Specifically, magnesium glycinate or malate are the types that will work best for muscular pain and not so much other forms of magnesium like citrate and oxide. Magnesium can be used topically too in the form of lotion or Epsom salts because it absorbs through the skin and can work for muscle relaxation or healing injuries. Another good resource for someone that has for example joint hypermobility and tendency toward pain is acupuncture with electrical stimulation. This is a procedure in which mild electric currents are applied to certain spots on the body and can control pain and other inflammatory symptoms. Myofascial release therapy can also be very helpful in combination with these approaches. Also, cannabis in the form of CBD and THC is a good resource that is being used in recent years to treat muscle tension, pain, and inflammation. It can be used both topically in which case it doesn't give you that psychoactive component, just the anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic effect. There's a lot of literature for cannabis being used to treat all kinds of different medical problems so it is a good alternative when used in the right patient in the right circumstance. What Else Can Be Done to Avoid Going Through Surgery? If you have tried the all the natural methods described here (diet changes, addressing stress, using herbs and nutrients, stretch and exercises, physical therapy, acupuncture, etc.) and you are still in pain, you might want to consider going to the next step. There are other tools out there for treating joint and muscle issues before you go through surgery. For example, prolotherapy, stem cell injections, PRP (which is platelet rich plasma injections), hyaluronic acid injections are all regenerative therapies that are absolutely resources to try before surgery. Unfortunately, these things, generally speaking, are out of pocket expenses in most places and can cost thousands of dollars, so we have to evaluate about whether or not these treatments fit into our budgets. What About the Psycho-Emotional Part of Pain? Physical pain can have a psycho-emotional source. You have to be able to really ask yourself what is going on in your life now that can be triggering that pain. This becomes very clear when you start taking a closer look at what is going on in your life, what is happening and what emotions are coming up in this process of analyzing it. We've talked about the spectrum between alternative or natural medicine and conventional medicine, and the spectrum of inflammation and here again, the body and the mind are not two different things, they are the same thing, they are part of this big spectrum called the “human body.” And so, it's impossible to have a physical malady, arthropathy, a degenerative meniscus tear or a bulging disc in your spine without having a psycho-emotional and even spiritual component to it. We are physical, emotional, and spiritual beings and so any impact upon any of our systems will affect all of the others as well. There can be blockages or restrictions or suppressions from other things in our lives that can affect various parts of our body and they will manifest as pain. When you have a problem in your knee or your back it hurts, it's just pain and pain is a messenger. It's a messenger that tells us that something is wrong and that that our behavior needs to change, because if we don't then something worse is going to happen. This change could mean changing something in our posture, physical activity, diet, stress exposure, toxins exposure, nutrient deficiencies, and the psycho-emotional part of our lives. The problem is that very often those behavior changes can be counterproductive if we do not go through the pain of understanding the process we need to go through to really heal. If we just shield ourselves away from the pain either in a psychological, physical, or structural way, we could end up perpetuating the problem. A lot of the work that needs to be done for musculoskeletal pain, especially chronic, ongoing long-term pain, is to help patients understand that in most cases, it's not dangerous; it just hurts. This is hard because pain feels dangerous; it feels scary, but we need to be able to pull back from that and really own the pain in order to heal. If we take the time and the space to just be curious and present, and instead of being in fear and running away from pain, stay with it and learn from it, and listen to our body, it can be very liberating and it can show us what we need to do in order to start the healing process. If you want to reach out to Dr. Josh and learn more about how he can help you, please make sure to check out his website Upwellness or find him on social @drjoshlevitt on IG and @upwellness on TT. To find highest quality supplements mentioned in this episode, you can go to Dr. Doni's online store. To understand my approach to helping people recover from inflammation and pain, you may want to start by reading my book Master Your Stress Reset Your Health. In the book, I also share the quiz I developed to help you identify how stress has affected your cortisol and adrenaline levels. It's by knowing your Stress Type that we are able to know which herbs and nutrients best match what your body needs in order to heal. You can also take the Stress Type Quiz online. And if you'd like help implementing my Stress Recovery Protocol, you can follow my Stress Warrior Program online from anywhere in the world. If you're interested in a safe and effective body, mind and spirit detoxification that will actually make you feel better and that you can do even while keeping up with your usual schedule, you can check out my 14-Day Detox Program here. In the Detox Program I teach you to connect with yourself, and use mind-body tools, such as biofeedback, to process emotions while balancing your blood sugar levels, dropping inflammation, and avoiding toxins. It's the perfect reset that you can start at any time. 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Dr. Josh Levitt is a Naturopathic Physician, and the Co-Founder and Medical Director of UpWellness, a platform for naturopathic medicine, health care and advice. In this intriguing episode with health seeker Adiel Gorel, Dr. Levitt explains why we need mainstream and alternative treatment modalities and must be careful of both.   Key Insights: Dr. Josh Levitt started studying conventional medicine before branching into naturopathy. He believes there is a need to reconcile alternative and Western treatment modalities. There is good in both forms of healthcare, and Dr. Levitt tries to bring the best of both to his practice. He explains why flexibility and strength are both key aspects of health. The quality of supplements is something we have to look closely at. We must beware of less ethical manufacturers who use rotting or toxic ingredients to make products. While Western medicine uses the monotherapy approach, holistic health care needs multimodal treatment modalities and long-term maintenance programs for good health. The method of clinical testing in healthcare is not necessarily the only option, says Dr. Levitt. He explains how big pharma works, and its financial imperatives for return on R&D. Author, Investment Expert and Wellness Advocate Adiel Gorel isn't just an expert in his chosen fields but also a storyteller who makes complex issues easily accessible. Tune in to his show where he addresses diverse issues with a single aim to improve quality of life.    Have questions? The first step toward improving quality of life and health is seeking the right information. Post your questions in the comment box below or get in touch with me directly. https://adielgorel.com/  info@life201.com 

Dr. Josh Levitt is a Naturopathic Physician, and the Co-Founder and Medical Director of UpWellness, a platform for naturopathic medicine, health care and advice. In this intriguing episode with health seeker Adiel Gorel, Dr. Levitt explains why we need mainstream and alternative treatment modalities and must be careful of both.   Key Insights: Dr. Josh Levitt started studying conventional medicine before branching into naturopathy. He believes there is a need to reconcile alternative and Western treatment modalities. There is good in both forms of healthcare, and Dr. Levitt tries to bring the best of both to his practice. He explains why flexibility and strength are both key aspects of health. The quality of supplements is something we have to look closely at. We must beware of less ethical manufacturers who use rotting or toxic ingredients to make products. While Western medicine uses the monotherapy approach, holistic health care needs multimodal treatment modalities and long-term maintenance programs for good health. The method of clinical testing in healthcare is not necessarily the only option, says Dr. Levitt. He explains how big pharma works, and its financial imperatives for return on R&D. Author, Investment Expert and Wellness Advocate Adiel Gorel isn't just an expert in his chosen fields but also a storyteller who makes complex issues easily accessible. Tune in to his show where he addresses diverse issues with a single aim to improve quality of life.    Have questions? The first step toward improving quality of life and health is seeking the right information. Post your questions in the comment box below or get in touch with me directly. https://adielgorel.com/  info@life201.com 

Join this episode of The Wellness Revolution as Amber welcomes Dr. Josh Levitt. Dr. Josh has over 20 years of direct clinical experience and has helped thousands of patients with natural solutions to all medical problems. Today, he shares tangible tips and a few lifestyle changes that one can follow to prevent inflammation in the body, manage joint pain, and reduce the chances of injuring or reinjuring. Dr. Josh highlights that movement is medicine. Our bodies depend on it for optimal health. That's why it is beneficial to move our bodies regularly when we have an injury or chronic pain. You will also learn about the best foods and supplements to avoid inflammation and prevent joint pain. Dr. Josh shares specific foods and supplements that can help prevent you from getting inflamed and have you moving with ease. He also explains the differences between healthy fats vs. saturated fats and how to better understand food labels. Episode Resources Join the FREE Consistency Challenge here! Kroma Wellness 5-Day Reset: Use code AMBER15 for 15% OFF at kromawellness.com Key Highlights Learn all types of easy-to-follow tips and lifestyle changes (including dietary changes) to prevent inflammation in the body and joint pain. People often want the quick fix. Although supplements can be beneficial to our bodies, there's nothing like natural foods for optimal health. Movement is medicine and is the best thing to do when recovering from an injury; our bodies need movement to perform better and live longer. Supplements and food play a major role in preventing inflammation in the body. In addition, it's fundamental to incorporate healthy fats into our diets. Connect with Dr. Josh Website: www.upwellness.com Instagram: @drjoshlevitt TikTok: @drjoshlevitt Connect with Amber Instagram: @msambershaw TikTok: @msambershaw Website: ambershaw.com

Dr. Josh Levitt is a naturopathic physician with a degree in physiology from UCLA, a doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University, residency training in integrative medicine, over ten years of precepting medical residents from the Yale School of Medicine, over 20 years of direct clinical experience, and he's the co-founder and medical director at UpWellness. He has helped thousands of patients with natural solutions to common, chronic, and complex medical problems, with a focus on painful orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions. In this episode, Rachel and Dr. Levitt discuss: The 4 main root causes of joint pain. The power of using the mind for pain relief. Nutrition and lifestyle modifications to manage pain and inflammation. A common nutrient deficiency influencing muscle tension. How to improve posture. Top 6 herbal solutions to address joint pain. And so much more! More from Dr. Levitt: Email: DrJosh@UpWellness.com Website: UpWellness.com Facebook: UpWellnessNRL Instagram: @DrJoshLevitt Instagram: @UpWellness TikTok: UpWellness Product and Affiliation: US Wellness Meats - https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-100223128-13964759 THRIVE MARKET - https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100223128-14359325  You get a free gift when you sign up with this link. Reach out to Rachel here: Book Your Free Consult With Rachel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.coachmatixmail.com/widget/appointment/rachelsmith/healthconsultation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FREE 3 Day Nutrition & Detox Plan: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.naturalhealthrising.net/energy-reboot-plan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Elimination Protocol Recipe Book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.naturalhealthrising.net/recipe-book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/naturalhealthrising/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Natural Health Rising Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://naturalhealthrising.com/⁠⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rachel-smith11/support

This week on the podcast I am joined by Dr. Joshua Levitt. Dr. Josh Levitt is a naturopathic physician with a degree in physiology from UCLA, a doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University, residency training in integrative medicine, over ten years of precepting medical residents from the Yale School of Medicine, and over 20 years of direct clinical experience with thousands of patients. He has helped thousands of patients with natural solutions to common, chronic, and complex medical problems. His primary focus is on painful orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions and helping people understand and treat their pain at the source. Dr. Levitt is also the co-founder and medical director at UpWellness which is an 8-figure company where he created a line of premium natural products that work.   On this episode we talk about the short- and long-term effects of consuming antibiotics, and natural and holistic ways to heal chronic disease and problems. We also discus how inflammation can lead to almost every chronic illness in the body, and how we can treat and heal it, herbs, medicinal mushrooms, and adaptogens and how we can use them to support our health, and so much more!   DISCLAIMER: Please keep in mind this episode is not mean to act as medical advice. You are always encouraged to be your own advocate and to do your own research. ------------------------------------- Connect with Meghan: Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube | Website To Email the Show: podcast@balancebymeghan.com Connect with Dr. Josh: Website | Instagram ------------------------------- Shop my Amazon Store Front where I link all my favourite wellness, lifestyle, prenatal, and beauty products and brands. ---------------------------------- Join me by practicing yoga and fitness in the comfort of your home! Click here for my YouTube channel. ------------------------------------- Access the Yoga Mama Journey: Journey to a Happy and Healthy Pregnancy and Baby Program and Guide here. ------------------------------------- Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off during your first 3 months. Visit ritual.com/meghan to start Ritual or add Essential For Women Prenatal to your subscription today. -------------------------------------  Do you want to win some FREE clean beauty products? Who doesn't? All you have to do is leave a 5-star rating and review of the show on iTunes or Spotify, take a screenshot of your review and DM me with it. You will be entered into the giveaway and I will randomly select 1 winner. Good luck!

In this episode, we have Dr. Josh Levitt, a naturopathic physician, joining us to discuss his holistic approach to musculoskeletal pain. With a degree in physiology from UCLA and over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Levitt combines conventional and alternative methods to address the root causes of pain. He emphasizes the importance of exploring natural solutions before considering surgery, and provides three key tips for managing musculoskeletal pain: optimizing nutrition and supplementation, incorporating physical activity and movement, and utilizing natural therapies and holistic approaches. Dr. Levitt is the founder of Up Wellness, a wellness center that integrates holistic modalities into personalized treatment plans. Tune in to learn more about his insights and discover how to achieve lasting relief and improved well-being for musculoskeletal issues.    “If you're too close to fire, you feel the pain to change your behavior, move your hand away from the fire, so you don't get burned, fire is actually dangerous, whereas musculoskeletal pain is usually not.”   The power of natural medicine and antibiotics Taking responsibility and doing the best you can What is alternative medicine?   Connect with me:   Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou Instagram: @happywholeyou Facebook: Happy Whole You LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank Venmo: @happywholeyou   Connect with Dr. Levitt: Email: DrJosh@UpWellness.com Website: UpWellness.com Facebook: /UpWellnessNRL Instagram: @DrJoshLevitt                     @UpWellness TikTok: UpWellness  

Dr. Josh Levitt is a naturopathic physician with over 20 years of direct clinical experience with thousands of patients. He's has helped thousands of people find natural solutions to common, chronic conditions like inflammation, muscle tension, biomechanics and posture, and pain management.On this episode of The Matt Feret Show, you'll get an insider's guide to Dr. Josh's approach to total wellness using natural solutions.Full episode transcript, notes, quotes and links:https://themattferetshow.comBe sure to check out my Insider's Guide to Retirement Books!PREPARE FOR MEDICARE BOOK LINK: https://amzn.to/3G4ZWbUPREPARE FOR MEDICARE WORKBOOK LINK: https://amzn.to/39H7cP4PREPARE FOR SOCIAL SECURITY BOOK LINK: https://amzn.to/44IUbwwPREPARE FOR SOCIAL SECURITY WORKBOOK LINK: https://amzn.to/42HF6JBPASSWORD BOOK LINK: https://amzn.to/3LnHCxRFIND US AThttps://themattferetshow.comhttps://prepareformedicare.comhttps://prepareforsocialsecurity.comFOLLOW ME ON SOCIALTwitter: https://twitter.com/feret_mattFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/themattferetshow/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/prepareformedicareInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt_feret/#wellness #supplements #herbal #naturopathicmedicine #healthy00:00 The Matt Feret Show Intro00:45 Prepare for Social Security book launch announcement!01:06: Dr. Josh Levitt introduction.02:05 Dr. Josh Levitt background.04:09 Eastern vs. Western medicine and naturopathic medicine.09:50 American billing practices and its effect on treatment protocol.13:45 The appeal of the “flamethrower” approach in Western medicine.14:26 OTC herbal and natural solutions to joint pain.18:06 An alternative approach to knee and foot pain.24:00 How to identify a good naturopathic doctor.27:29 Preventive natural homeopathic supplement use.28:38 Spices and fish oil as supplements.31:04 Old injuries, excessive inflammation, muscular tension, joint pain and fibrosis.33:13 All about inflammation. Is it all bad?38:33 Annual physicals and special blood test recommendations.40:09 OTC Supplement quality issues example.44:01 Differences in European vs. American regulation for supplements and herbal treatments.48:22 Common health markers to measure and potentially supplement for.50:58 Supplements: Powder, pill or liquid?54:50 The Matt Feret Show Wrap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this captivating episode, join us as we delve into the realm of naturopathic medicine with esteemed guest Dr. Josh Levitt. Prepare yourself for an engaging conversation that sheds light on the various aspects of this alternative healthcare approach, uncovering both its positive contributions and potential pitfalls.Dr. Josh Levitt, a renowned naturopathic doctor, brings his extensive knowledge and experience to the table as we discuss the "good" aspects of naturopathic medicine. We explore its holistic nature, emphasis on preventive care, and individualized treatment plans tailored to patients' specific needs. Dr. Levitt shares inspiring stories of patients who have benefited from naturopathic interventions, highlighting the power of natural remedies and lifestyle modifications in achieving optimal health and well-being.However, our conversation doesn't shy away from addressing the "bad" and "ugly" sides of naturopathic medicine. We navigate through the challenges and controversies that surround this field, including limited regulation, inconsistent training standards, and the importance of evidence-based practices. Dr. Levitt provides invaluable insights on how to navigate these issues and ensure a responsible and ethical approach to naturopathic care.As the episode unfolds, we explore the integration of naturopathic medicine with conventional healthcare, emphasizing the value of collaboration between different medical paradigms. Dr. Levitt shares his perspective on bridging the gap between naturopathic doctors and other healthcare professionals to achieve the best outcomes for patients.To further enrich your listening experience, we pepper the episode with anecdotes, case studies, and practical advice that highlight the potential benefits and limitations of naturopathic medicine.Join us in this eye-opening conversation that will broaden your understanding of naturopathic medicine, its role within the broader healthcare landscape, and the considerations when seeking naturopathic care. Gain valuable insights, challenge preconceived notions, and discover the opportunities for collaboration and integration.#naturopathicmedicine #holistichealth #integrativemedicine #preventivecare #evidencebased #naturalremedies #lifestylemedicine #patientcare #alternativemedicine #wellnessjourney #healthandwellness #healthcare #medicalintegration #responsibilityinmedicine #ethicsinhealthcareSupport the show

Are you interested in natural healing?  In this episode, we dive into the natural ways to heal and help your body and why so many people end up doing unnecessary surgery to feel better. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Josh Levitt. He is a naturopathic physician with a degree in physiology from UCLA, a doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University, residency training in integrative medicine, over ten years of precepting medical residents from the Yale School of Medicine, and over 20 years of direct clinical experience with thousands of patients. He has helped thousands of patients with natural solutions to common, chronic, and complex medical problems. His primary focus is on painful orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions and helping people understand and treat their pain at the source. Dr. Levitt is also the co-founder and medical director at UpWellness, which is an 8-figure company where he created a line of premium natural products that work.   Questions I asked: ·      What kind of natural cures are possible? ·      Why is pain not always related to an injury? ·      What could cause pain in people? ·      What do you recommend to people for torn muscles or other injuries? ·      Can you tell us about supplements for muscular-skeletal pain? ·      Why is it so important to pay attention to our bodies and how we feel? ·      How can people deal with scar tissue? ·      Do you think unneeded surgeries are being performed? ·      Why do we need a good fitness regime that's useful in everyday life? ·      Can you tell us about what you do and how people can contact you?   Topics Discussed: ·      Joint Pain (Arthritis, Inflammation, Specific Painful Conditions) ·      How Can We Use Nutritional & Herbal Solutions for Inflammation? ·      What are Apoptogenic Herbs, Especially Medicinal Mushrooms ·      How to Improve Gastrointestinal Health. ·      “Alternative” Medicine? ·      Downsides of Pharmaceuticals, Surgery, and Conventional Medicine.   Quotes from the show: ·      “Movement is medicine.” @JoshuaLevittND @SisterhoodSweat ·      “There are a lot of people out there with injuries but no pain.” @JoshuaLevittND @SisterhoodSweat ·      “Our body has the ability to heal as long as we have what we need.” @JoshuaLevittND @SisterhoodSweat ·      “For muscle pain, Inflammation, Muscle Tension, and Fibrosis are the underlying factors.” @JoshuaLevittND @SisterhoodSweat ·      “Supplements are more subtle than drugs.” @JoshuaLevittND @SisterhoodSweat   How you can stay in touch with Dr.Josh: ·       Website ·       Facebook ·       Instagram ·       UpWellness ·       TikTok   How you can stay in touch with Linda: Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest YouTube SoundCloud   "Proud Sponsors of the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T" Essential Formulas

Enjoy the podcast? :) Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/livedamnwell––––––––––––––––––––––––––Dr. Joshua Levitt is a naturopathic physician with a degree in physiology from UCLA, a doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University, residency training in integrative medicine, over ten years of precepting medical residents from the Yale School of Medicine, and over 20 years of direct clinical experience with thousands of patients. Dr. Levitt is also the co-founder and medical director at UpWellness.In this episode we discuss:Dr. Andrew Huberman's hierarchy of lifestyle interventions for better healthChronic pain does not correlate with structural abnormalitiesSystemic vs acute inflammation in chronic painThe link between leaky gut and musculoskeletal injuryNutritional strategies to heal faster from an injury and prevent an injuryFind Dr. Levitt: www.upwellness.com | IG: @drjoshlevitt | TT: @upwellness––––––––––––––––––––––––––Check out My Book!https://amzn.to/40ikl6nGet $10 OFF Jigsaw Health Magnesium using code: livedamnwellhttps://bit.ly/3QrorFdGet 15% OFF Hu Kitchen products with code: JORGEhttps://hu.rfrl.co/w3gyg––––––––––––––––––––––––––NOT medical advice; not intended to treat, cure or diagnose; this video is merely for educational purposes. YOU are responsible for YOU

This podcast is all about real solutions for orthopedic and musculoskeletal pain. I’m here with Dr. Josh Levitt, who draws on the science of both conventional and natural medicine and has a really unique approach to dealing with musculoskeletal pain and orthopedic pain. He shares his wide-ranging approach to this and why it’s much more …

This podcast is all about real solutions for orthopedic and musculoskeletal pain. I’m here with Dr. Josh Levitt, who draws on the science of both conventional and natural medicine and has a really unique approach to dealing with musculoskeletal pain and orthopedic pain. He shares his wide-ranging approach to this and why it’s much more than just addressing the acute pain. He also talks about how he got started as a naturopathic doctor, the root causes of pain, the mind-body connection, understanding inflammation and how it relates to pain, and so much more! He’s also the founder of upwellness.com, which is a new company. I’ve been using some of their products and am really enjoying them. While we touch a lot on pain in this one, he has expertise in a lot of different areas and he is am amazing resource for all of his patients. Episode Highlights With Dr. Joshua Levitt Fun Fact: Why surfing imitates life and what we can learn from it How he got his start as a naturopathic doctor (it started with antibiotics) The patients he works with most and how he approaches care Root causes of musculoskeletal pain The mind body connection of pain that we can understand through phantom limb pain Why pain is actually in the brain and not the body The root of the word inflammation and how this relates to pain Why those with chronic inflammation will have a heightened pain response The reason he supports vs suppresses the pain/inflammation response Why structural problems that cause pain are only part of the equation Resources We Mention Whole Health Natural Family Medicine Up Wellness Ferdinand the Bull More From Wellness Mama 267: Solving Joint Pain & Why Sports Aren't Good for Kids With Hunter Fitness 473: Aleks Rybchinskiy on Pain, Trauma, and Inner Work for Health and Healing Why Balance Is a Moving Target & How I (Sometimes) Hit It Did you enjoy this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review on iTunes to let us know. We value knowing what you think and this helps other moms find the podcast as well. Read Transcript Child: Welcome to my Mommy's podcast. This episode is brought to you by Four Sigmatic… the mushroom superfood company I've been raving about for years! They have many products that have become beloved staples in our home, but a few I love most are the Lion's mane coffee packets for the morning, and their reishi elixir packets before bed to help with sleep. I'm also really enjoying their protein powder right now. They hav

Minneapolis comedian and Sophie's boyfriend, Josh Levitt, teaches us about the dark arts! Let's see what kind of song that magic inspired Song Couch is Lahiru Samarasinghe, Sophie Tiahnybik, and Ethan Yeshaya. Follow us on Instagram @SongCouchPodcast , as well as our hosts, @kibynhait_ @itslahiru and @EthanYeshaya --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app