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In this podcast, our expert functional medicine pharmacists will help you make sense of all of the health and nutrition information out there - from fasting, to toxins, to supplements and more!
We’re here to share our knowledge in clear and simple ways through real conversations. Listen in and you’ll find answers to many of the questions you have!
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Melody Hartzler
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Alex Keller
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In this episode weIn this episode, we got to sit down with Dr. Alex Keller. Dr. Alex Keller is a practicing naturopathic doctor in Ottawa, Canada, and the Medical Director at Fullscript. He is a graduate of the University of Ottawa with an HBSc in Health Sciences and Psychology and completed a degree in naturopathic medicine at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine.
- Discuss supplement quality and the questions you should be asking before you buy a product
- Explain why it’s important to think about supplements from an ingredient-based approach and less from a product-based approach
- Reveal the number of supplements that people should take to minimize pill burden and maximize success
- Explore two options Fullscript offers to increase supplement compliance
- Share the gaps that most people should be looking at when they're talking with their provider about supplements
- Elaborate on why supplements are not one-size-fits-all
- Chat about the risks of buying supplements from e-commerce distributors
Links* Fullscript * Podcast on Supplements - Choosing Quality Supplements
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Melody Hartzler
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Lindsey Dalton
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Mariya Farooqi
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In this episode we:* Discuss the conventional options for treating eczema * Elaborate on the connection between eczema and gut health * Reveal supplements that can help with eczema * Share our personal stories with eczema * Chat about the various root causes of eczema and testing options * Present how eczema treatment is not one-size-fits-all and it takes an individualized approach * Pinpoint why addressing eczema in children is so important * Eczema and probiotics blog post * Purchase Food Inflammation Test
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Melody Hartzler
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Elyse Wagner
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In Today's EpisodeIn this episode, we got to chat with Elise Wagner, co-founder and chief well-being officer for the functional medicine coaching academy.
In this episode we:
- discuss how Elise discovered functional medicine at age 13
- elaborate on how an autoimmune disease diagnosis sparked Elise to want to help others improve their health through functional medicine and health coaching
- pinpoint why health coaching is such a vital component of any health journey
- chat about how Elise nourished her body and mind during pregnancy and prepared for delivery
- share birth stories and what we would have done differently looking back
- discuss the importance of being your own advocate and asking questions even when it’s uncomfortable
- talk about what you can do to prepare for labor so that your birth plan can be carried out successfully even if you can’t speak up for yourself
Functional Medicine Coaching Academy: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/
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Melody Hartzler
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Nicole Grams
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Xenia Madera
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In Today's EpisodeWe are so excited to release the first episode of a series called Functional Medicine Stories. In these episodes, members of the team will be sharing their stories of how they discovered functional medicine and how it led them to where they are now.
In addition, we talked about the following:
- Discuss how functional medicine is a journey and not just a quick fix
- Share how functional medicine can help even when you’ve “tried everything”
- Elaborate on how symptoms of depression and fatigue led Xenia to dive deeper into functional medicine
- Present how one simple intervention can make a dramatic difference in your health
- Reveal how Nicole discovered she could have used functional medicine earlier in her health journey
- Acknowledge how mindset can lead you to live a life without regret
- Discuss our “aha” moments regarding how we decided to pursue helping people through functional medicine
- Foundations of Sleep podcast episode
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Melody Hartzler
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Dr. Robert Silverman
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In Today's EpisodeOn today’s show, we got to sit down with Dr. Robert Silverman. Dr. Silverman is a chiropractic doctor. He's a clinical nutritionist and a national and international speaker and author of Amazon's number one bestseller, Inside-Out Health.
He's also the founder and CEO of Westchester Integrative Health Center and graduated magna cum laude from the University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic, has a Master's in Science and Human Nutrition, and he is also involved with the ACA Sports Council, which named him the Sports Chiropractor of the Year in 2015.
In the show we:
- Discuss the importance of the immune system
- List the top detriments to the optimal functioning of the immune system
- Outline how the immune system should work
- Describe the immune system’s 3 lines of defense
- Elaborate on what you can do to help your immune system be flexible and adaptive
- Outline the path from immune dysfunction to autoimmunity
- Talk about Dr. Silverman’s 7 R Action Plan
- Mention intermittent fasting and who it is best for
- Discuss immune-boosting supplements and foods
- Expand on how optimizing your immune system can promote longevity
Links:
- Website: https://drrobertsilverman.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrobertsilverman/
- Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/DrRobertSilverman
- The Immune Reboot: https://a.co/d/8PjuxZH
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Melody Hartzler
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Sarah Anderson
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Christine Sanford
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On this show we discuss* Define what an autoimmune disease is and list common examples * List the 3 things that lead to the development of an autoimmune condition * Outline the 3 stages of autoimmunity * Discuss how conventional medications work for autoimmune diseases * Elaborate on how functional medicine can be incorporated into the treatment plan * Describe what causes the immune system to go awry leading to autoimmune conditions * Mention the link between viral illnesses and the development of autoimmune disease * Go more in-depth on the root causes and treatments of psoriasis, irritable bowel disease, and multiple sclerosis
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Melody Hartzler
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Nicole Grams
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Mariya Farooqi
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On this show we discuss* Discuss the 5 essentials for workplace mental health * Explain how stress at work can affect your physical health and homelife * Talk about the importance of community and connection in the workplace * Outline ways to foster a healthy work-life harmony * Elaborate on how to manage work-related stress in a healthy way
Links mentioned:
- U.S. Surgeon General Releases New Framework for Mental Health & Well-Being in the Workplace
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Melody Hartzler
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Christine Sanford
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Nicole Grams
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On this show we discuss* Discuss why weight loss isn’t as easy as calories in calories out * Explain what basal metabolic rate is * Talk about reasons why people gain weight even when they’re eating low calorie * Give you the first question you need to ask yourself when starting your weight loss journey * Uncover the proper way to fill your plate for a meal * Elaborate on the importance of listening to your body * Outline various strategies for weight loss * Talk about what to do when you plateau
**Melody mentioned in the podcast listing probiotic strains that impact GLP-1
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- -lactobacillus
AROUND THE TABLE Laura Burr | Email Brynmawrhomeopathy@me.com In today’s episode we In today’s episode we sat down with Laura Burr. Laura is a pharmacist, certified homeopathic practitioner, and national board certified health coach. In this episode we:
AROUND THE TABLE Carrie Jones | Website In this episode In this episode all about menopause, we had the honor of speaking with naturopathic physician, Dr. Carrie Jones. Dr, Jones is an internationally recognized speaker, consultant, and educator on the topic of women’s health and hormones. We dove into: Links:
AROUND THE TABLE Sarah Jastram | | Book Appointment AROUND THE TABLE Pearl Lee | Book Appointment In today’s episode we
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AROUND THE TABLE Lindey Elmore | | Website In this episode we Discuss what the gut-brain axis really is Explain how stress impacts the gut-brain axis Talk about the gut microbiome’s role in mental health Mention nutrient depletions associated with anti-depressant medications Describe common problems with yeast overgrowth Talk about taking ownership of your health […]
In today’s show we discuss: Talk about why detox is so important in today’s world Mention the different phases of detoxification in the body Discuss supporting the organs of elimination Describe the benefits of trace minerals Talk about the effects of physical activity on detoxification Mention the PharmToTable 14-Day Reset beginning in November Resources: Dirty […]
On today’s episode we: Talk about using caution when buying supplements from certain online retailers Discuss sourcing of ingredients and third-party testing for quality guarantee Describe what to look for on the label when evaluating a product Discuss core nutrients that many people would benefit from supplementing with Mention the Brief Supplement Consult offered by […]
On this episode we: Describe what insulin resistance is and the problems associated with chronically high insulin Talk about testing fasting insulin and other markers of insulin resistance Discuss the gut-diabetes connection Explain the functional medicine approach to preventing and reversing insulin resistance Mention certain nutraceuticals that can improve insulin sensitivity
SPECIAL GUEST Dr. Cheryl Burdette | Dunwoody Labs On this Episode we: Talk about the rise in allergy cases along with other chronic conditions in recent decades Discuss the importance of the microbiome for immune health Talk about how breastmilk is important for gut health in infants Describe factors that increase the risk of allergies […]
In this episode we: Explain what endocrine disrupting chemicals are Talk about where toxins come from and different ways we are exposed Mention the importance of clean drinking water Discuss ways to minimize exposures to toxic chemicals
On this show we discuss Explain the importance of preconception planning Discuss some root causes or contributors to infertility Describe lifestyle modifications to enhance fertility Talk about cautions with methylated forms of vitamins Mention labs to consider when dealing with infertility Discuss cycle tracking Describe the importance of physical activity before, during, and after pregnancy […]
In this episode we: Discuss nutrients that are needed for energy production and common medications that can deplete those nutrients Explain the effects caffeine has on the body Talk about the relationship between stress and sleep Mention how blood sugar effects sleep Dr. Nicole shares her personal story of blood sugar dysregulation and sleep issues […]
In this show we discussed: Discuss the the Standard American Diet Explain some of the history of nutrition and how certain ways of eating in America came to be Mention some of the popular diets that have been popular in recent years Talk about the benefits of the Mediterranean diet and the importance of lots […]
In this episode we: Discuss the term “mental health” and the current mental health pandemic Describe the standard approach to treating mental health disorders Detail some of the different psychological therapies Explain the functional medicine approach to mental health Root causes Microbiome-gut-brain axis Nutrition Exercise Sleep Supplements Psychedelic medicines
In this episode we: Give some background on what PCOS is List some of the signs and symptoms Dr. Lauren shares her personal PCOS story and discusses post birth control syndrome Explain the role of inflammation and insulin resistance in PCOS Mention the effects of endocrine disrupting chemicals Describe lifestyle modifications to help manage PCOS […]
Show Notes HOST Melody Hartzler | | Book Appointment AROUND THE TABLE Megan Morrison | | Book Appointment In this episode we: Detail what Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis is and describe common symptoms of the condition Dr. Sarah discusses her personal journey with Hashimoto’s List some of the underlying causes that contribute to disease development Describe the […]
In this episode, we: Describe what hormones are and the various hormones throughout the body Share personal experiences with hormone imbalance Talk about endocrine-disrupting chemicals and their impact on hormones Explain hormone testing methods