The Happy Healthy Strong Podcast: Recent Episodes
Dr. Alex Arguello
Educating & empowering listeners to achieve a happier, healthier, and stronger life, with a focus on holistic and natural healing. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.
Today we're talking about basic nutrition principles and some guidelines for what to pack in your kid's lunch box (as well as what to feed them for breakfast) to help them perform at their best during the school day.
Do you have more questions on this topic or something similar? We would love to address them in future episodes! Send us an email, post in our facebook group, or message us on instagram to get in touch.
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Today we talk specifics on nuts -- the various health benefits, why you should look for a variety, and the best ways to eat them.
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Today we chat about legumes (seeds) such as beans, lentils, peas, peanuts, etc. There's some controversy out there about lectins in these foods, so Dr. Alex helps us understand why that is and who might be sensitive to them.
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Potatoes, sweet potatoes, and cassava! Today we talk about the many benefits of the tuber family. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Thank you for listening!Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/happyhealthystrongpodcast
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Today we're talking about the surprising health benefits found in root veggies, such as carrots, beets, and radishes.
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On today's episode, we discuss the health benefits of bulbs - which includes, onions, garlic, leeks, shallots, etc.
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Tomatoes, zucchini, and cucumbers are the topic of today's podcast. Tune into hear why you should be getting these into your diet, and who might want to avoid them.
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Today we're talking about why you should eat vegetables from the flower category (broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts). Please leave us a rating or review if you enjoyed this episode!
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Spinach, arugula, kale, oh my! Today we're talking about green leafy vegetables.
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Is chocolate really a health food? Take a listen to today's episode to find out!
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Olives! We talk through why these are such a great addition to the diet, and ways to get them in, even if you're not a fan of the taste.
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Everything you need to know about why you should incorporate more coconut into your diet!
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What makes avocados so great?! Today we talk all about the nutrition benefits of avocados and how you can get them into your diet.
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Today we talk all about fish - the health benefits, the precautions to take, and how often to include them in your diet. Which kind of fish is best? How should we source the healthiest fish? What kinds of sea food should we avoid? Tune in to find out.
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As we enter into the holiday season, we wanted to talk through some practical tips for handling holiday stress. Do you have any tips that we missed? Share them with us by sending us an email or by posting in our facebook group!
Dairy is a bit controversial, but when sourced correctly it can bring some amazing health benefits! Listen to today's episode to hear why you might want to steer clear from conventional dairy, and what to buy instead.
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Eggs are one of the easiest ways to get some key nutrients into your diet! Today we talk through why eggs are so great, as well as when you might have to avoid them to address some health issues.
Link to cholesterol episode: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/rY6icZu37Db
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What's so great about bone broth? Tune into this episode to find out! Dr. Alex talks through the reasons why you should be getting bone broth into your diet, and Paige shares some practical tips for incorporating it into your day.
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You've probably heard it before - organ meats are some of the most nutrient dense foods on the planet! In this episode we chat about what makes them so great as well as some ways to incorporate them into your diet regularly.
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Grass fed, grass finished, pasture raised, oh my! We talk through the different labels on meat at the store and which ones you should pay attention to as you source your muscle meat.
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In this episode all about the flu shot, we'll discuss how the vaccine is made, how effective it is, and the big question: are there any safety concerns?!
Please keep in mind that this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.
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In this episode we hope to shed some light on why the claim that vaccines are "safe and effective" is a lie. Our goal is not to polarize, but to encourage people to question what we've been told and to do additional research before making decisions. We will talk through issues with some of the key players in the industry, the legal protections granted to vaccine companies, and the faulty research behind the pro-vaccine claims. Please keep in mind that this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.
References from the podcast:
Joe Rogan Podcast with RFK #1999 - Robert Kennedy, Jr.
HHS Episode talking about kids vaccines: Q&A: Medical Interventions for Pregnant Mom & Baby
Vaccine Friendly Plan book by Dr. Paul Thomas
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Dr. Alex talks about the history behind anti-depressant medications and the reasons why people should be cautious when deciding whether or not to take them. This is for informational purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice.
Resources mentioned:
https://www.madinamerica.com/drug-info-antidepressants/
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In this episode, Dr. Alex talks about the issues with statins (cholesterol lowering medications) and why they aren't as safe and effective as we are made to believe.
Click here to listen to our episode on why lower cholesterol isn't always better: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/NPci6zynKAb
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We uncover more of the truth behind the rise of allopathic medicine, including the surprising motives and key players in the movement.
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In today's episode, Dr. Alex shares the surprising history and founding principles of allopathic medicine (the system that dominates western healthcare).
Resources Referenced:
https://naturalnews.com/
https://greenmedinfo.com/
Documentaries:
The Truth About Cancer
Healing Cancer
Generation RX
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In today's episode, Paige shares her process and tips for all things meal planning. We believe this is a crucial habit for those who want to stay on track with their health goals. We'd love to hear your meal planning tips as well - join our Facebook link with the link below to jump in on the conversation!
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Paige asks Dr. Alex a question that's been on her mind - what's the line between having a "healthy" level of concern for our health and becoming overly obsessive? Is it possible to go over board and let your health goals become idols in your life? Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/happyhealthystrongpodcast
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In today's episode, we address the lie that you need to drink milk to be healthy. We talk about the history behind this claim and the issues with conventional dairy, as well as alternative ways to get nutrients found in dairy.
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In this episode, Dr. Alex and Paige walk through the details of the 6 Month Functional Healing program. We talk through how we help clients on a one on one basis get to the root cause of their health issues. If you'd like to work with us, feel free to reach out via email at greatriverfamilywellness@gmail.com. We would love to help you!
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In this episode of our "You've Been Lied To" series, we discuss the issues with the VEGAN DIET. Dr. Alex discusses the problem with the vegan diet in terms of its deficiencies and toxicity, and why this is not the way to eat for optimal health.
Restoring Human podcast episode referenced: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2FVdKV1JoFq003Nss8amNP?si=ca1671be95524134
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In the fourth episode of our "You've Been Lied To" series, we discuss the problems with foods that are marketed to us as GLUTEN FREE. Dr. Alex explains why making the switch to "gluten free" products will likely not lead to long term healing.
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In the third episode of our "You've Been Lied To" series, we discuss the problems with what the mainstream has taught us about FAT. Dr. Alex debunks these myths and helps us understand the key role that healthy fats play in the body. We end the episode by discussing some easy ways to increase the healthy fats in your diet.
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In the second episode of our "You've Been Lied To" series, we discuss the common misconceptions around CHOLESTEROL. Dr. Alex explains why cholesterol is necessary for health, and why high cholesterol doesn't automatically equal heart disease risk.
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In the first episode of our "You've Been Lied To" series, we discuss the common misconceptions around SALT. Dr. Alex explains the faulty research behind the high sodium leads to high blood pressure theory, as well as how we should correctly view sodium intake in our diets.
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In this episode, Dr. Alex takes us through the second half of his top 10 ingredients to avoid in packaged food.
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In this episode, Dr. Alex takes us through the first half of his top 10 ingredients to avoid in packaged food.
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In this episode, Paige discusses her method for deciphering food ingredient lists while at the grocery store.
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In part two of our immune system series, Dr. Alex walks us through his recommendations for what to do & what to take when we get sick.
Come to our in-person Cold & Flu seminar to hear even more about this topic, happening on Feb 20, 2023, 6:30pm at New City Fitness in Davenport.
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In part one of this two part series, Dr. Alex breaks down the two main theories that exist to explain what happens when our bodies are exposed to viruses & bacteria, and why our overall health plays a big role in our ability to fight off the cold & flu.
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Is weight loss just about calories in vs. calories out, or is there more to it? We talk through this question and more on today's episode!
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We're back! Today we're talking all about health-related new years resolutions and how you can actually stick to them this year.
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While Paige is on maternity leave, we wanted to repost a few of our most popular episodes from the early days of the podcast. Please enjoy this discussion on Cultivating Healthy Habits (originally episode #18)!
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While Paige is on maternity leave, we wanted to repost a few of our most popular episodes from the early days of the podcast. Please enjoy this discussion on Insulin Resistance (originally episode #6)!
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While Paige is on maternity leave, we wanted to repost a few of our most popular episodes from the early days of the podcast. Please enjoy this discussion on Functional Medicine vs. Conventional (originally episode #2)!
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In Episode 50, Dr. Alex explains the primary health benefits that come with use of an infrared sauna.
Soon you can book a session to use the infrared sauna at the Great River Family Chiropractic office in Davenport! Stay tuned to our social media accounts for more information.
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In Episode 49, Dr. Alex shares the steps we can take to heal and restore the detox system in our body so that it can get back to proper functioning.
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In Episode 48, Dr. Alex walks us through how problems with the body's detoxification system can affect our health, covering a wide range of topics such as immune system, skin issues, and obesity.
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In Episode 47, we start a brand new series on detox! Dr. Alex walks us through how the body's detox system works and why this is such a critical function of the body. Have any questions about detox that you'd like answered on a future show? Get in touch with us!
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In Episode 46, we tackle a listener question about ways to support the immune system of a mama and her new baby.
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In Episode 45, Paige asks Dr. Alex his opinion on some of the most common medical interventions during pregnancy, labor, and for newborn babies.
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In episode 44, Dr. Alex and Paige discuss how women can optimize healing in the first few months after giving birth. We talk through movement, sleep, toxicity, nervous system, and (of course!) nutrition.
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In Episode 43, Dr. Alex & Paige discuss the importance of good nutrition in pregnancy and talk through the key components of a healthy pregnancy diet.
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In Episode 42, Dr. Alex and Paige talk through the key components to a healthy lifestyle during pregnancy. These include movement, sleep, stress management, avoiding toxicity, and chiropractic care.
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In Episode 41, Paige shares her top reading recommendations for pregnant women.
Books mentioned include:
Ina May's Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin
Real Food for Pregnancyby Lily Nichols
The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding by La Leche League International
Mama Natural's Week by Week Guide to Pregnancyby Genevieve Howland
The First Forty Days by Heng Ou
The Birth Partner by Penny Simkin
Sleeping with Your Baby by James McKenna
How to Raise a Healthy Child in Spite of Your Doctorby Robert S. Mendelsohn
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In Episode 40, Dr. Alex and Paige discuss the different nutrients needed in the pre-conception period to set the body up for a healthy pregnancy, as well as which foods to eat in order to get these nutrients.
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In Episode 39, Dr. Alex walks through his recommendations for women who are ready to think about getting pregnant. We walk through different recommendations depending on where a woman is at on her health journey.
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In episode 38, we discuss how to have a healthy body that's ready for pregnancy, which can start long before a woman plans to actually get pregnant. This episode is a great one for parents of girls to listen to so that we can help them live a lifestyle that promotes a healthy menstrual cycle and fertility & pregnancy down the road.
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In Episode 37, Dr. Alex and Paige introduce the new pregnancy series and talk through some common health concerns that Dr. Alex sees in his practice relating to the postpartum phase, or "fourth trimester".
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In Episode 36, Paige and Dr. Alex discuss different stress management techniques and rhythms of rest that you can incorporate into your routine.
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In Episode 35, Dr. Alex walks us through the essential steps for healing the gut. First we cover the importance of diet and stress management, followed by a discussion by the four R's of healing.
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In Episode 34, we continue our discussion of gut health by covering the four main types of issues that cause gut-related issues. In summary, it all comes down to inflammation! Stay tuned for our next episode, where we will talk about what you can do to address and heal from these issues.
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In Episode 33, Dr. Alex walks us through the normal function of digestion of food through the gastrointestinal tract. Understanding this will lay the foundation for our discussion of what can go wrong with the gut in future episodes.
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In Episode 32, Dr. Alex shares about blood sugar dysregulation -- one of the common health concerns he sees in clients. We discuss normal function, symptoms of dysregulation, some hidden causes behind this issue, and how to heal. With 1 in 3 Americans being insulin resistant and the number only growing, this is an extremely relevant topic that many people can benefit from!
Insulin Resistance episode: https://anchor.fm/happyhealthystrongpodcast/episodes/Insulin-Resistance-e18uvf4
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In Episode 31, Paige and Dr. Alex talk through the benefits of movement and share ideas for how you can incorporate more movement into your daily life.
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In Episode 30, Dr. Alex talks through the steps he takes clients through for healing sex hormone imbalances. Through health histories and lab testing, we are able to identify which specific supplements might be helpful. As always, we talk through the importance of lifestyle and the major impact it has on health concerns like these.
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In Episode 29, Dr. Alex walks us through the normal function of estrogen & progesterone throughout the menstrual cycle, and then some of the most common causes for imbalance with these hormones. Stay tuned to next week's episode to find out what we can do to heal these imbalances!
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In Episode 28, Dr. Alex walks us through the basics of male and female reproductive hormones. We cover the different symptoms that can arise if you have too high or too low of levels of these hormones. This is part one of a three part series.
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In Episode 27, Paige shares three steps to help you navigate cravings mindfully and intentionally. We explore the different reasons that cravings come up and some ways you can regain control when you find yourself with the urge to satisfy a craving.
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In Episode 26, Dr. Alex explains the various approaches he takes to heal HPA-Axis dysfunction based on which stressor is behind the dysfunction. We also discuss some general lifestyle principles that can make a big impact on adrenal function.
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In Episode 25, Dr. Alex explains the three stages of HPA-Axis disfunction and how they commonly show up in his clients. Stay tuned to this series to learn how to address these issues and find healing.
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Adrenal issues are the second most common underlying cause (next to Thyroid issues) that Dr. Alex sees in his practice. In Episode 24, he explains what exactly we're talking about when we refer to the Adrenals, as well as some of the common symptoms associated with Adrenal problems.
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In Episode 23, Paige gives an overview of how dangerous toxins find their way into our everyday lives, and some action steps you can take to reduce your toxic exposure.
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In Episode 22, Dr. Alex explains the steps for healing the three most common functional thyroid issues.
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In Episode 21, Dr. Alex explains three different functional issues that can arise with the thyroid: Conversion, Protein-Binding, and HPT-Axis problems.
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In Episode 20, Dr. Alex explains what the thyroid is, its role in the body, and the various symptoms that might indicate a problem with it.
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In Episode 19, Paige shares her tried and true method for cooking simple & healthy meals. This is perfect for people who aren't quite sure what to do in the kitchen or those who feel dependent on recipes.
Recommended Resources:
No-Recipe Cooking: KitchenKarate.com
Kitchn Cooking School: thekitchn.com/collection/cooking-school
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In Episode 18, Paige talks through the steps for creating and keeping healthy habits, and gives actionable advice and examples that you can start incorporating in your life today.
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In Episode 17, Dr. Alex talks through the various supplement recommendations to address symptoms as clients are on the path towards building health.
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In Episode 16, we cover the five components to a healthy lifestyle that Dr. Alex recommends to his clients: exercise, sleep, reduced toxicity, stress relief, and a healthy nervous system.
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In Episode 15, Dr. Alex shares the diet recommendations he gives to his clients to kickstart the healing process.
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In Episode 14, Dr. Alex reviews modifications, timing, & calorie intake recommendations on the Restoring Human Diet.
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In Episode 13, Paige is joined by special guest Jarek Bakken. As the co-creator of the Restoring Human diet, Jarek shares his experience and recommendations on when to modify the diet.
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In Episode 12, we talk through the second half of the Restoring Human Diet: plant foods. Dr. Alex explains which plant foods are the most beneficial, and why.
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In episode 11, we talk through the first half of the Restoring Human Diet: animal foods. Dr. Alex explains which animal foods are most beneficial to our health and which ones we should steer clear of.
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Episode 10: For the fourth and final installment of our inflammation series, we're diving into the topic of autoimmune disease. Dr. Alex explains the functional approach to autoimmune conditions, and some steps we can take to help our bodies return to homeostasis.
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Episode 9: Today we're talking all about inflammation in the gut. An inflamed gut can cause an array of health issues so we believe it's important for everyone to be educated on this topic.
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Episode 8: Continuing our series on inflammation, Dr. Alex covers the connection between inflammation and infection.
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Episode 7: This week we begin our series on Inflammation! Dr. Alex explains the science behind this common disease and focuses on how stress can trigger inflammation in the body.
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In Episode 6, we discuss the basics of Insulin Resistance: what it is, why it's important, and steps you can take to become more insulin sensitive. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Thanks for listening!
In Episode 5, we discuss the functional health approach to relieving the physical suffering that arises when the body is fighting disease. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Thank you for listening!
In Episode 4, we continue our discussion of the functional health model and talk about the six essential steps to building health. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Thank you for listening!
In Episode 3 of the Happy Healthy Strong Podcast, we discuss underlying causes of disease - including toxicity, deficiency, and types of stressors to the body. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Thank you for listening!
In Episode 2 of the Happy Healthy Strong Podcast, Dr. Alex explains the key differences between the functional and conventional approaches to medicine, and why we believe the functional approach is the way to go. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Thank you for listening!
Welcome to Episode 1 of the Happy Healthy Strong Podcast! Today we will tell you a little more about why we started this podcast and what you can expect in future episodes. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Thank you for listening!