Hungry For Truth: Recent Episodes
Brigitte Factor
Hungry For Truth podcast helps you ditch the dogma and discover real solutions for radiant health and vitality. Brigitte Factor is a functional nutritionist and health educator with a voice of reason in the conflicting world of online health and nutrition advice. Her solid teachings are backed by science and infused with practical loving wisdom. Each thoughtful episode centers around topics related to holistic health, nutrition, faith, fitness, sleep, stress, mental health, and natural living. Hear stories of transformation and healing. Gather tips and tools for your own wellness journey. You’ll want to listen as truth is spoken with love and grace so you can become healthy and whole in spirit, mind, and body.
This episode dives into the topic of IBS or irritable bowel syndrome. I cover symptoms of IBS, why the conventional approach doesn't always help, and the difference a functional perspective can make. I answer the question of whether or not a low-FODMAP diet will help with IBS. I also share my own experience with IBS and how changing my diet made a big difference.
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Dr. Jonathan Clark joins me to share his decades of wisdom on living with physical and spiritual vitality. He is a family physician with a private practice in Springfield, Missouri. His new book Holy and Wholistic Health shares informative personal tidbits, concepts, anecdotes as well as some amazing biblical health pearls from his thirty years of observation as a physician and pastor. You'll enjoy this episode as we discuss all aspects of health such as the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual and how each area must be addressed to be truly healthy.
Learn more about Dr. Clark and his books:
jonathanclarkmd.com
olivegrovemedical.com
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This episode is about All Things Elderberry with Emilia and Susan. Emilia is founder and CEO of All Things Elderberry and Chief Elderberry Elixir Mixer. Susan is CFO and Executive Elderberry Enthusiast. We discuss the many health benefits of elderberry and the unique formulation Emilia has created. All Things Elderberry offers a variety of products from their special elixir to gummies and tea. Get 15% off your first order with promo code Hungry15.
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- Dan Moriarty joins the podcast for a fascinating interview about helping kids develop character and self-esteem through the principles of martial arts. He is a 10th-degree black belt and former physical education teacher who created Stick With Character, a self-development program for kids. We discuss his experience providing character education to more than 40,000 students in Missouri schools which set the foundation for his signature program.
Learn more about Stick With Character at stickwithcharacter.com
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- In this episode I answer a question I get asked often, "Why can't I lose weight?"
It can be frustrating to be disciplined about your diet and exercise but still can't seem to make progress or all of sudden your weight loss stalls. I discuss the hormonal imbalances that might be a play and what you can do about it.
When it comes to weight management your hormones are the directors of fat loss and fat storage. This episode details the trifecta of female hormones that need to be balanced to get your metabolism running smoothly.
References mentioned can be found here: https://brigittefactor.com/episode-23-ask-me-anything-why-cant-i-lose-weight
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- Denise Bischof returns to the podcast to discuss her new Positive Intelligence coaching program. You will hear about the different mental saboteurs that can derail your thinking and learn how to strengthen your sage powers. I also share my experience with the program.
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- In this episode I share my experience with Mindfulness-Base Stress Reduction. I also talk about the miraculous healings happening in my community.
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- Erin Brown joins me on this episode to discuss her health journey and how it led to the launch of CoMo Wellness conference. She shares the struggles of her health crisis and what it took to get real help. Her recovery ignited a desire to share what she had learned and she started a wellness conference in Columbia with nationally recognized doctors and speakers. She also discusses homeschooling during the pandemic and what it takes to plan a wellness conference. This years CoMo Wellness has some highly sought after speakers and you don't want to miss it. You can register here: https://www.comowellnessconference.com/
19. Danielle Brooks joins me on this episode to discuss her transformation program Finally Free™. She is a best selling author, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Clinical Herbalist, Transformational Teacher, Professional Speaker, Mentor, and Spiritual Guide. We explore the topic of intuitive eating and how to navigate the thoughts, emotions and beliefs that keep people stuck in unhealthy behaviors. She shares the how she came to create Finally Free™ and many transformations she has witnessed as a result of this program.
You can purchase her book Good Decisions... Most of the time here: https://gooddecisions.com/product/good-decisions-hard-cover/
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- Naturopathic physician Katrina Bogdon joins me on this episode to discuss evidence-based integrative approaches for breast cancer. She is a wealth of information for naturopathic integrative oncology and provides compassionate care with a level of excellence that is hard to find. In this episode she shares how to navigate the challenges of being diagnosed with breast cancer and where to find evidence-based therapies. You will also learn more about her integrative program for people undergoing breast cancer treatment called The Missing Piece.
You can learn more about her services at Our Healing Roots
Resource mentioned: Beyond Conventional Cancer Therapies
DISCLAIMER: Katrina is not licensed in the state of Missouri and works as a Naturopathic Integrative Consultant.
Episode 17. Special guest Heather Fischer-Page joins the podcast to discuss her healing journey overcoming chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia. She shares the many alternative healing modalities that has made a positive difference in her life. We discuss the healing systems she brings to her work and her newest endeavor Quantum Human Design. She is founder of Integra Holistic Wellness and the Integra Podcast. You can find her on Instagram @integraholisticwellness and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/integraholisticwellness.
- In this episode I dive deep into the topic of gut health and the gut microbiome. This is a fascinating overview of the interaction of gut bacteria and the development of disease. I cover how the balance of gut bacteria can impact the immune system and ways to keep your gut healthy.
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https://brigittefactor.com/gut-microbiome-dysbiosis-and-the-gut-immune-connection/
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- Welcome back to the Season 2 of the Hungry for Truth Podcast. This season is all about gut health. Episode 15 specifically focuses on a common digestive issue called GERD, also known as reflux. Listen to my personal experience of having a child with infantile reflux, and how I successfully help clients improve digestion and thrive again. I also discuss the potential dangers of using PPI's or proton pump inhibitors and why stomach acid is necessary for optimal gut health.
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- This episode covers the basics of intermittent fasting. Learn the benefits of fasting, how to get started and whether IF is a good option for you.
Check out these additional resources:
The Complete Guide To Fasting by Jason Fung
Finally Free Workshops
Functional Nutrition Services
- Reversing insulin resistance and diabetes is possible. In this episode, I discuss the most important factors that can help improve insulin sensitivity and the science behind why diet and lifestyle are the keys to better metabolic health.
Join me for my next 30-day No Sugar Challenge: https://brigittefactor.com/no-sugar-challenge/
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Get the show notes and references here: https://brigittefactor.com/how-to-reverse-insulin-resistance/
In this episode I breakdown the sugar science and discuss what happens when we eat too much. I share my personal struggles with diabetes and the horrible moment the set me on a better path.
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- This episode is about censorship, speaking up, and using your voice for positive change. I share my thoughts about what's happening with mainstream and social media. I also reveal a special project my colleagues and I have been working on and advocating for our rights.
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10. Most diets fail. This episode continues to discuss the physiological reasons why diets don't work. It goes beyond the thermodynamics of food. I talk about the three main factors that influence our weight set point and what we can do to work with our body's biochemistry to lose weight permanently.
References for this episode can be found at https://brigittefactor.com/diets-dont-work-part-2/
You can learn more about my Finally Free ™ Program here: https://brigittefactor.com/finally-free/
9: In this episode, I explore the mindset behind dieting and why it doesn't provide long term success. I also discuss emotional eating and how to make the change to intuitive eating if you want lasting results.
You can learn more about my Finally Free ™ Program here: https://brigittefactor.com/finally-free/
You can take the emotional eating survey here: http://bit.ly/39KtnAp
8. Social connection has a significant impact on health outcomes. In this episode, I discuss why social connection and support is important for maintaining our health individually and as a community. I also share the science of heart coherence and how we can positively influence the environment and people around us using our heart energy.
Some of the research I mention can be found linked below:
https://thecommunitycure.com/cc-book
https://www.heartmath.org/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7482148/
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7: In this episode, I'm talking kitchen therapy with Brandy Hickman. She is a Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach and cancer survivor. Listen to discover how to get past the hang-ups that keep you stuck and to rethink your relationship with your kitchen and health.
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6: This episode gets real as I share my personal story of recovering from trauma and lessons I've learned along the way. I talk about the promise of peace and how to protect your peace. Some of the quotes I use come from Bill Johnson's book The Way of Life.
Visit BrigitteFactor.com for show notes and transcript and to sign up for my 7-Day Health Awakening.
5: This episode is going to stretch your thinking and leave you feeling inspired. Expanding on the concept of epigenetics, this episode dives into how beliefs influence biology and affect genetic function. And why we need to shift our perspective out of fear and into love, especially during times of crisis.
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If you'd like to learn more about the science of psychoneuroimmunology check out these resources:
Biology of Belief by Bruce Lipton, PhD
Mind Over Medicine by Lissa Rankin, MD
Own Your Self by Kelly Brogan, MD
Resilience and Immunity
Social Anxiety Disorder RCT
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4: This episode is full of wisdom and hope for all of us during this season. Brigitte has a wonderful conversation with Denise Bischof, a professional life coach, and relaxation specialist. Listen as Denise shares some valuable tools that can help us find calm and happiness during stressful times. Hear a story of transformation that will give you goosebumps and leave you feeling inspired.
Download Denise's 5 Simple Strategies for a Calmer Happier You for FREE: https://www.liveinspiredcoaching.com/happier/
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3: This episode covers the topic of stress and burnout. Many are affected by the stress of today's challenges and experiencing symptoms of hormonal burnout. Listen to learn how chronic stress affects hormones and leads to burnout. Discover the top 3 major contributors to hormonal burnout. Gain insight into the top contributors to hormonal burnout and how to begin recovery and build resiliency.
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2: Epigenetics is a fascinating topic that looks into how genes and the environment interact. This episode explores some of the research in the field of epigenetics involving mice, cats, humans, and honey bees. Lessons from this research can help guide us to make changes for better health and build genetic wealth for our family.
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1: In this first episode you'll be introduced to Brigitte Factor. Get to know a little about her background as a scientist and nutritionist. She explains the difference between science and truth. You'll get a few tips on how to be your own fact-checker. You'll also be challenged to start being honest with yourself.
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