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The WholisticMatters Podcast Series is designed to educate you on how to integrate nutrition into your life and your practice. Hosted by a new health expert each season.
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Sep 1, 2023
Saffron: Herbal 101 | MH, E38
In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast, host Daina Parent, ND, talks with naturopath and medical herbalist Berris Burgoyne about saffron. Learn more: https://wholisticmatters.com/saffron-herbal-101/
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Aug 4, 2023
Garlic: An Unsung Herbal Hero | MH, E37
In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast series, naturopath and herbalist Jo Boyd joins host Daina Parent, ND, to celebrate an “unsung herbal hero” – garlic. This herb has a well-known culinary and medicinal history of use beyond eschewing vampires. More: https://wholisticmatters.com/garlic-an-unsung-herbal-hero/
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Jul 7, 2023
Dysbiosis and the Gut Microbiome | MH, E36
In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast, host Daina Parent, ND, talks with naturopath and medical herbalist Berris Burgoyne about the gut microbiome, dysbiosis, and the role of nutrition and herbs in supporting gut health. More: bit.ly/43gODXY
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Jun 2, 2023
4 Must-Have Herbs for Your Practice | MH, E35
One of the most advantageous qualities of medicinal herbs is their versatility. In this podcast episode, our host Daina Parent, ND, talks with naturopath, herbalist, and acupuncturist Laurence Katsaras about the four herbs he considers essential for any herbalist or practitioner incorporating medicinal herbs in their clinical practice. What do these herbs have in common? Their applications are broad, and their medicinal effects are potent.
* EEchinacea (02:58)
* 2Astragalus (20:20)
* 3Ashwagandha (29:48)
* 4St. John’s Wort (38:47)
More info: https://wholisticmatters.com/best-herbs/
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May 5, 2023
Blending Herbal Traditions with Modern Applications | MH, E34
In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast from WholisticMatters, guest Marisa Marciano, ND, RH, returns to talk with host Daina Parent, ND, to talk about the rich history of botanical medicine. In particular, this conversation is about what we know regarding traditional uses and evidence-based uses of medicinal herbs -- and the impact the entire body of knowledge has on modern herbal medicine.
More info: https://wholisticmatters.com/category/medicinal-herbs/
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Apr 7, 2023
Medicinal Herbs for Common Clinical Conditions | MH, E33
In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast from WholisticMatters, guest Marisa Marciano, ND, RH, returns to talk with host Daina Parent, ND, about the common clinical conditions and concerns she sees in her practice and the medicinal role played by herbs. Some of the most common issues Marisa addresses with her patients involve stress, hormones, and digestion. Additionally, Marisa and Daina talk about their favorite herbal home remedies for culinary and first-aid applications.
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Mar 3, 2023
A Day in the Life of a Practicing Herbalist | MH, E32
In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast, host Daina Parent, ND, chats with first-time guest Marisa Marciano, ND, RH, about her experience as both naturopathic doctor and Registered Herbalist, including scope of practice, qualifications, education, and training. More: https://wholisticmatters.com/practicing-herbalist/
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Feb 3, 2023
Medicinal Herbs for Cardiometabolic Health | MH, E31
Metabolic syndrome sets up the processes in our body that contribute to developing and worsening of heart disease, which is the leading cause of death in the United States. Unfortunately, approximately one-third of American adults have metabolic syndrome. In this episode, naturopath, herbalist, and acupuncturist Laurence Katsaras joins us as a first-time guest to talk about the lifestyle factors that can improve metabolic health and reduce the severity of metabolic syndrome. More: https://wholisticmatters.com/medicinal-herbs-for-cardiometabolic-health/
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Jan 7, 2023
Herbal Approaches for Winter Immunity | MH, E30
In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast, naturopath and medical herbalist Berris Burgoyne joins our host Sara Le Brun Blashka, MS, to talk about specific herbal approaches to bolstering immunity for the winter. This included for chronic immune depletion, prophylaxis, acute infection, recovery, and more.
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Nov 4, 2022
Herbal Safety | MH, E29
Medicinal herbs have been used effectively and safely for thousands of years, but in the modern age concerns about safely using herbs are still prevalent. Naturopath and herbalist Jo Boyd joins our host Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS, in this episode to talk about herbal safety and how to utilize herbs confidently.
More: https://wholisticmatters.com/herbal-safety/
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Oct 7, 2022
Functional Herbal Therapy for Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s Disease | MH, E28
In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast, naturopath and medical herbalist Amanda Williams joins host Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS, about hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s disease, and the role played by herbs in addressing these conditions of the thyroid. Functional herbal therapy is fundamental to many patients looking for solutions to thyroid conditions.
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Sep 2, 2022
Black Cumin "Seed of Immortality" | MH, E27
In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast, naturopathic clinician Angela Hywood talks with host Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS, about the “holy herb of the Middle East” – also known as the “seed of immortality.” Black cumin seed (Nigella sativa), or just black cumin, originates from the Mediterranean region and is known for its content of terpenoids, particularly thymoquinone, and fatty acids which give rise to a plethora of health properties.
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Aug 5, 2022
Tongkat Ali: Age in a Healthy Way | MH, E26
In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast, we welcome back Professor Kerry Bone to talk with our host Sara Le Brun Blashka, MS, about andropause and tongkat ali, an herb long known as a traditional tonic for testosterone support to promote healthy sexual interest and vitality.
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Jul 1, 2022
Healthy Children: Herbal Support for Pediatric Patients | MH, E25
In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast series, naturopath and herbalist Jo Boyd joins us to talk about safe and effective herbal support for children. Pediatric patients struggle with both unique health challenges as well as some of the same issues adults struggle with. Jo importantly points out that for the most part, children are not “mini-adults,” and herbal pediatrics do require a specific approach.
More on children's health and nutrition here.
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Jun 3, 2022
Pain Management with Botanicals | MH, E24
In this episode, naturopath and medical herbalist Amanda Williams joins our host Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS, to talk about a common issue in the United States and around the world: pain. Many botanicals serve as agents for pain management, often being categorized into inflammatory pain relievers, analgesics, and smooth muscle spasm relievers.
More: https://wholisticmatters.com/series/podcast-medicinal-herbs/
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May 6, 2022
Superheroes of the Plant Kingdom: Neuro-Endocrine-Immune Botanicals | MH, E23
In this episode, naturopath and medical herbalist Amanda Williams joins our host Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS, to talk about some of her favorite herbs: a group of five botanicals Amanda calls the “superheroes of the plant kingdom.” This is a special subgroup of adaptogens with multi-faceted potential impacts on the human body, including pharmacological effects on the nervous, endocrine, and immune systems as well as body-wide. More: https://wholisticmatters.com/neuro-endocrine-immune-botanicals/
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Apr 1, 2022
An Herbalist’s Approach to Anxiety and Depression | MH, E22
There is a good amount of data available to help us understand the prevalence of anxiety and depression in the modern world, but naturopath and medical herbalist Berris Burgoyne stresses that these health conditions are more common than we might think. In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast, Berris joins host Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS, to discuss anxiety and depression, especially when it comes to her perspective as a clinician and herbalist.
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Mar 4, 2022
Herbs for Weight Loss Resistance | MH, E21
At any given point, as many as half of all Americans are trying to lose weight. In this podcast episode, naturopathic clinician Angela Hywood joins host Sara Le Brun Blashka, MS, to talk about A) why people struggle to lose weight in a healthy way and B) the medicinal herbs that can support the body through this process. Learn more on WM.
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Feb 4, 2022
Immune Herbs: Tonics Vs. Enhancers Vs. Stimulators | MH, E20
Medicinal herbs work in the human body to impact physiological processes through a variety of actions. One herb may act in many different ways, influence multiple body processes. In this podcast episode, Professor Kerry Bone joins host Sara Le Brun Blashka, MS, to describe how medicinal herbs specifically involved in immune health can be categorized and understood.
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Jan 7, 2022
Detoxification & Herbal Support | MH, E19
Our first episode of 2022 is all about detox! What is it? Why does the body need to detoxify? (Hint: Toxins are everywhere. Yikes). This week our guest is naturopath and medical herbalist Berris Burgoyne, who joins our host Sara Le Brun Blashka, MS, to discuss a very common topic at this time of year – detoxification – and herbal support you can count on.
More info: https://wholisticmatters.com/spotlight-topic/detox/
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Nov 5, 2021
Post-Natal Depletion | MH, E18
Pregnancy, childbirth, and motherhood in general can be both incredibly magical and overwhelmingly exhausting. Pregnancy and the postpartum period can invoke a whole range of mental and physiological challenges associated with balancing newborn care (and potentially other children as well) with work, social lives, and personal time. In this podcast episode, naturopathic clinician Angela Hywood joins our host Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS, to talk about post-natal depletion, including the herbs and nutrients to prevent and address the symptoms all-too familiar to women with children.
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Nov 2, 2021
Healthy Years for Geriatric Dogs | S3, E8 (Pt. II)
Dr. Madeline Yamate joins us to talk about her experience working with older dogs, aging as a physiological process, and the role of food and nutrition in aging pets.
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Oct 26, 2021
The Brain-Gut-Microbiome Connection in Animals | S3, E7 (Pt. II)
Dr. Donna Raditic joins us to talk about the brain-gut-microbiome connection in animals. Dr. Raditic has a great deal of experience with veterinary nutrition consulting, and in this episode, she describes the vital role of nutrition in digestive health, especially considering the link between the digestive tract, which houses the gut microbiome, and the brain.
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Oct 19, 2021
Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Pets | S3, E6 (Pt. II)
Dr. Laura Gaylord joins us to talk about omega-3 fatty acids for pets, first describing what makes omega-3 fatty acids “essential” for dogs and cats specifically.
>> Read more on omegas for pets
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Oct 12, 2021
The Role of Whole Foods in a Veterinary Practice | S3, E5 (Pt. II)
This is the first episode of the Wholistic Approach to Pet Care: Part II. Dr. Sue Howell joins us to talk about whole foods in a veterinary practice based on her professional experience integrating whole food therapies with conventional medicine. Dr. Howell compares whole foods versus processed foods in pet feeding, explains why pet diets are not "one size fits all," and describes what makes a quality supplement for pets.
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Oct 12, 2021
Trailer | S3: The Wholistic Approach to Pet Care (Pt. II)
This is the trailer for Part II of the third season of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series, “The Wholistic Approach to Pet Care.” Jody Griffiths, CVT, leads conversations with experts in wholistic veterinary care, discussing the role of whole foods in veterinary practice, omega-3 fatty acids for pets, the brain-gut microbiome connection in animals, and healthy years for geriatric dogs.
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Oct 1, 2021
Aging, Osteoporosis, and Medicinal Herbs | MH, E17
In the 17th episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast from WholisticMatters, naturopath and medical herbalist Berris Burgoyne joins our host, Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS, to talk about osteoporosis, bone health, and medicinal herbs to support healthy bones.
More on WholisticMatters.com!
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Sep 3, 2021
Medicinal Herbs for Allergies | MH, E16
Millions of people worldwide struggle with food and environmental allergies, with one study reporting over 100 million Americans with allergies. In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs series, we talk with a returning guest, naturopath and herbalist Jo Boyd, about common allergies and herbs that may be helpful in protecting the body and relieving symptoms.
Learn more about a natural approach to seasonal allergies.
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Aug 6, 2021
Professor Kerry Bone’s New Book on Functional Herbal Therapy | MH, E15
In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs series from the WholisticMatters Podcast, Professor Kerry Bone joins our host Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS, to talk about his new book: “Functional Herbal Therapy: A Modern Paradigm for Clinicians.”
Kerry has written numerous books in the botanical field, including the classic “Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy: Modern Herbal Medicine” as well as works on subjects like herbal formulations, herbal safety, herbal chemistry and therapeutics, and clinical applications of Ayurvedic and Chinese herbs. Sara’s first question for Kerry: Why write a new book?
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Jul 2, 2021
Sleep: The New Health Hero | MH, E14
In this episode, naturopath and medical herbalist Amanda Williams joins our host Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS, to talk about “the new health hero” – sleep. Healthy sleep habits are important for immune health, weight management and metabolic health, digestion, and much more. A handful of medicinal herbs can support many aspects of maintaining quality sleep.
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Jun 7, 2021
Teens Grow Greens: Experiential Internship Cultivates Young Minds
In the last regular episode of the Nutrition Education and Racial Disparities in Health podcast series, our guest is Charlie Uihlein, Executive Director of Milwaukee non-profit organization Teens Grow Greens (TGG). Charlie and his team at TGG focus on teen development through hands-on, experience-based internships. These children often come from low-income families and their family members may have, or are at risk for, chronic conditions due to their living conditions and access to proper nutrition.
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Jun 4, 2021
Understanding Herbal Adaptogen vs. Tonic | MH, E13
In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast series, naturopathic clinician Jo Boyd joins us as a first-time guest to explain the differences and similarities between an herbal adaptogen vs. tonic. Our host Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS, begins the conversation by asking Jo to explain the overlap and subtle differences between adaptogens and tonics.
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May 25, 2021
Two Elite Athletes Make Waves
This summer, two world record-holders will embark on unique adventures across the Pacific Ocean, from California to Hawaii. Cyril Derreumaux will be in a one-of-a-kind kayak, while Carlo Facchino will be rowing. Cyril and Carlo are friends from a record-breaking row back in 2016, and now Carlo is coaching Cyril in preparation for his expedition in addition to making an ocean crossing of his own.
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May 7, 2021
Herbs for Thyroid Health | MH, E12
In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast series, naturopathic clinician Angela Hywood joins us again as our guest, talking with host Sara Le Brun-Blashka about thyroid health and herbal approaches to supporting this aspect of human physiology.
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May 3, 2021
Representation in Chiropractic Care
In the sixth episode of the Nutrition Education and Racial Disparities in Health podcast, our guests are Dr. Edgar Everett, Dr. Xavier Tipler, and Dr. Frank Vaught Jr, co-founding partners of Evoke Chiropractic Coaching. Our guests joined us for this conversation to discuss the interpersonal relationships they have cultivated through the Evoke Chiropractic community, the obstacles faced by minority healthcare practitioners, and their words of encouragement for the next generation of chiropractors.
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Apr 9, 2021
Best Herbs for Supporting the Nrf2 Response | MH, E11
Nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) is a genetic transcription factor that belongs to an important pathway for supporting health and enhancing resilience to environmental toxins. In this episode of the Medicinal Herbs special season of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series, host Sara Le Brun-Blashka talks with Professor Kerry Bone about the antioxidants response elements (AREs) and the Nrf2 response, a cellular response to stress.
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Apr 5, 2021
Farm-Fresh Lifestyle Inspires Food Science Career
Before she became a food scientist, Dr. Karma James-Dulin grew up in the Caribbean, on the beautiful island of St. Lucia. In this episode, we talk with Dr. James-Dulin about her journey to becoming a food scientist, one that included fresh produce and daily home cooking while growing up that continues to influence her food habits today.
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Mar 5, 2021
Herbal Support for A Healthy Heart | MH, E10
In the tenth episode of the Medicinal Herbs podcast, naturopath and medical herbalist Berris Burgoyne joins our host, Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS, to talk about heart health and herbal support to address cardiovascular risk factors.
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Mar 1, 2021
Accessible Health Education with a Natural Approach
In the fourth episode of the Nutrition Education and Racial Disparities in Health podcast, our guest is Dr. Michelle Simon, a naturopathic doctor and the president of the board for the Institute for Natural Medicine (INM). With Dr. Simon, we discuss how naturopathic medicine embodies a systematic approach to health that is focused on finding solutions to unique, individual problems.
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Feb 17, 2021
Realistically Applying Plant Power in Practice and in Life | PP, E6
In the sixth and final episode of Plant Power, the fourth season of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series, hosts Sara Le Brun Blashka, MS, Meghan Hamrock, MS, MPH, and Kara Credle discuss the realistic application of plant power in practice and in life. Paired with a final clinical commentary from Dave Hogsed, DOM, AP, this episode ties together the concepts of the whole food matrix, nutrient availability, plant genetics, organic farming, phytonutrients and the colors of food to deliver a message vital for practitioners and nutrition enthusiasts alike: a diverse diet of colorful, plant-based foods supports a healthy life.
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Feb 10, 2021
Nutrient Availability | PP, E5
In the fifth episode of Plant Power, the fourth season of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series, our topic is nutrient bioavailability and bioaccessibility. Food processing affects how the body utilizes nutrients consumed through food, and bioavailability and bioaccessibility are two terms that describe the nature of nutrient utilization in the body.
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Feb 5, 2021
Kava: The Peace Elixir | MH, E9
In this episode, naturopath and medical herbalist Amanda Williams joins our host Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS, to talk about kava (Piper methysticum), known to many as “life essential,” “peace elixir,” and “root of happiness.”
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Feb 3, 2021
The Relationship Between Phytonutrients and the Color of Foods | PP, E4
In the fourth episode of Plant Power, the fourth season of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series, our topic is phytonutrients and the valuable relationship between food and color. Our guest this episode is nutrition scientist Weston Bussler, PhD. Listen all the way to end for clinical insights from practitioner Dave Hogsed, DOM, AP.
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Feb 1, 2021
Leadership, Representation, and Education for Young Chiropractors of Color
In the third episode of the Nutrition Education and Racial Disparities Podcast, our guest is Micheala Edwards, DC, owner of E. Elite Wellness in the Kansas City Metro area and current national president of the American Black Chiropractic Association (ABCA).
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Jan 27, 2021
The Importance of Sustainable, Organic Farming | PP, E3
In the third episode of Plant Power, the fourth season of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series, our topic is organic farming. Our guest on this episode is organic farm director Christine Mason. Listen all the way to end for clinical insights from practitioner Dave Hogsed, DOM, AP.
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Jan 20, 2021
History of Plants and Improving Plant Genetics (Without GMOS) | PP, E2
In the second episode of Plant Power, the fourth season of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series, our topic is plant genetics and genetic modification. Guests on this episode are scientists Brandon Metzger, PhD, and Eric Jackson, PhD. Listen all the way to end for clinical insights from practitioner Dave Hogsed, DOM, AP.
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Jan 13, 2021
Defining the Advantage of the Whole Food Matrix | PP, E1
In the first episode of the fourth season of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series, our topic is the whole food matrix. Guests on this episode are nutrition scientists Brandon Metzger, PhD, and Weston Bussler, PhD. Listen all the way to end for clinical insights from practitioner Dave Hogsed, DOM, AP.
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Jan 8, 2021
Ashwagandha: A Nervous System Tonic | MH, E8
In this episode, naturopathic clinician Angela Hywood joins our host Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS, to talk about Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). Ashwagandha is commonly used in ayurvedic medicine as a general tonic for natural healing, and it is associated with a variety of clinical health benefits like blood sugar reduction, reduced cortisol levels, and stress relief to name a few.
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Jan 6, 2021
Trailer | S4: Plant Power
The hosts of this season will be having in-depth conversations with guests about defining the whole food matrix, the history of plants and plant genetics, the importance of organic farming, the relationship between phytonutrients and the natural colors of food, the impact of nutrient availability in the human body, and – lastly – applying ALL of the concepts in real life in practical, sustainable ways.
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Jan 4, 2021
Community Health Programs Making A Difference
In the second episode of the Nutrition Education and Racial Disparities series, our guests are Alicia McDaniel, MPH, Rolanda Patrick Forehand, MPH, and Casey Brown from the Cabarrus Health Alliance. We discuss the processes of applying for grants and designing programs for nutrition education, projects that are often tested by logistical and financial barriers. We also talk about the common gaps in nutrition and general health education that our guests see in their community on a regular basis.
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Dec 16, 2020
HMOs and 2'-FL with Dr. Lars Bode
Dr. Lars Bode discusses the relationship between 2’-FL, a novel prebiotic, and the human microbiome, including what makes 2’-FL stand out from other HMOs, and why HMOs stand out from other oligosaccharides. Additionally, the group talks about the decoy action of HMOs and the relationship between 2’-FL and Bifidobacteria.
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Dec 7, 2020
Delivering the Message of Chiropractic to Communities Where It’s Needed the Most
Welcome to the very first episode of the new monthly podcast series on WholisticMatters: Nutrition Education and Racial Disparities in Health. This month we’re talking with chiropractor and co-founder of Evoke Chiropractic Coaching, Dr. Edgar Everett. Dr. Everett practices in St. Louis, Missouri, and is passionate about serving his practice members, volunteering at community clinics, mentoring chiropractic students, and public speaking.
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Dec 2, 2020
Trailer | Special Series: Nutrition Education and Racial Disparities in Health
Introducing a special season of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series, where the hosts are talking with a diverse group of guests to explore how nutrition education and natural approaches to health could affect positive change regarding racial disparities in health.
This podcast series serves to highlight conversations with healthcare practitioners, public health experts, scientists, and other individuals with important perspectives to share about how access to nutrition education influences health. This access is particularly important for minority communities that continuously struggle with finding adequate access to nutrition education and healthcare.
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Nov 6, 2020
Herbs and Healthy Skin | MH, E7
In this episode, naturopathic clinician Angela Hywood returns to the show to talk with host Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS, to talk about natural approaches to healthy skin, for aging, acne, inflammation, and the skin-gut connection. With herbs like gotu kola, stinging nettle, calendula, and more, you’ll hear all about how slowing down collagen degradation and managing a healthy inflammatory response can do wonders for the skin.
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Oct 2, 2020
Herbs and Premenstrual Syndrome | MH, E6
Herbs for PMS (premenstrual syndrome) may help with anxiety, cravings, depression, and bloating women may experience as premenstrual symptoms. Naturopathic clinician Angela Hywood joins host Sara Le Brun Blashka, MS, to talk about herbal solutions for PMS.
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Sep 4, 2020
Cat’s Claw for Immunity and Recovery | MH, E5
Today we are talking about cat’s claw for immunity and recovery with naturopath and medical herbalist Berris Burgoyne, who joins our host, nutritionist Sara Le Brun Blashka, for the fifth episode of our special series on Medicinal Herbs. cat’s claw (Uncaria tomentosa) is an herb native to the South and Central American tropical rain forest associated with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity.
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Aug 7, 2020
Bitter Herbs for Digestive Health and More | MH, E4
Today we are talking about bitter herbs and their multi-faceted role in health. Host Sara Le Brun Blashka discusses bitter herbs with naturopath and medical herbalist Amanda Williams, who has been practicing for over 20 years. She focuses on female health, endocrine health, autoimmune disease, and digestive health. Listen to the podcast to learn more about what she calls the “bitter bonanza.”
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Jul 3, 2020
Herbs for Stress, Sleep, and Nervous System Health | MH, E3
Today host Sara Le Brun Blashka, MS, is talking with naturopathic clinician Angela Hywood, who guides us through a selection of medicinal herbs that play important roles as tonics and adaptogens for nervous and adrenal health. These herbs have long traditions of optimizing sleep and stress management habits, which in turn play an important role in overall, wholistic health.
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Jun 17, 2020
Applying the Wholistic Approach to Pet Care | S3, E4
This episode featured veterinarian Patrick Mahaney, VMD, CVA, CVJ, who has been practicing since 1999. His unique practice combines Western veterinary medicine with acupuncture and traditional Chinese veterinary medicine as well. He believes in a wholistic approach, taking a step back and looking at his patients as a whole, and he emphasizes the importance of a whole food approach to nutrition.
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Jun 10, 2020
Personal and Practical Insights for the Health of the Veterinarian | S3, E3
Sheila Dodson, DVM, CVA, has been a veterinarian over twenty years, and she owns an integrative veterinary practice offering multiple modalities for wholistic pet care. In this episode, Dr. Dodson talks with Jody Griffiths, CVT, about the unique aspects of the veterinary profession that make personnel decisions, work-life balance, and self-care particularly important.
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Jun 5, 2020
Turmeric: Bioavailability, Clinical Applications, and Vast Health Benefits | MH, E2
Today we’re talking about one of the most researched herbs in the world in terms of its therapeutic effects: turmeric. Known for its distinctive golden color and its earthy-sweet flavor, turmeric is commonly found on many cooks’ spice racks and has been long-studied for its association with positive health effects. Professor Kerry Bone returns as a guest with host Sara Le Brun-Blashka, MS. More on WholisticMatters.com.
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Jun 3, 2020
Hemp and the Endocannabinoid System for Pets | S3, E2
Slavko Komarnytsky, PhD, and Sheila Dodson, DVM, CVA, join co-hosts Kara Credle and Jody Griffiths, to talk about the endocannabinoid system for pets. This includes the difference between hemp and marijuana, CBD vs. THC, and how veterinarians can best help their pet owners choose the hemp supplement that's best for them. More on WholisticMatters.com.
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May 27, 2020
The Nervous System, Pet Rehab, and Veterinary CSI | S3, E1
Listen as co-hosts Kara Credle and Jody Griffiths, CVT, are joined by veterinarians Dr. Ann-Margret Morgan, DVM, CCRT, CVA, VSMT, CVPP, and Sue Howell, DVM, CVFT, CVA. They discuss the role of the nervous system in whole-body animal health, rehabilitation for pets, veterinary "CSI," and their unique philosophies on veterinary practice.
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May 20, 2020
Trailer | S3: The Wholistic Approach to Pet Care
Season three guides the listener through the world of nutritional support for pets, the importance of the endocannabinoid system for animals, and the unique components of the veterinary profession.
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May 1, 2020
The Role of Herbs in Innate Immunity and the Inflammatory Response | MH, E1
Today we’re talking about the innate immune system, the inflammatory response, and the cytokine storm, particularly in the context of pathogenic infections and the role of herbs like echinacea, astragalus, and Andrographis. Featuring special guest Kerry Bone.
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Apr 24, 2020
Trailer | Special Series: Medicinal Herbs
Welcome to a a special season of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series: Medicinal Herbs. We'll be talking with nutritionist Sara Le Brun Blashka, Professor Kerry Bone, and other herbal industry leaders about the role of medicinal herbs and herbal remedies in human health.
We’re excited to bring multiple thought leaders together to provide insight to our listeners, especially healthcare practitioners who want to apply the fundamentals of herbal medicine to help their patients utilize herbs in the best possible way. Stay tuned for new episodes to be released each month as part of this special herbal podcast series, covering topics like the cytokine storm, stress, and sleep.
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Jan 22, 2020
Sleep, Stress Management, and Physical Activity | S2, E4
Nutrition and diet are foundational components of the wholistic approach to health, but sleep, stress, and physical activity are also important. In episode 2, we talked with nutrition scientist Weston Bussler, PhD, about the importance of wholistic health and how it encompasses approaches to health focusing on supporting the whole body. Sleep, stress management, and physical activity do just that. In episode 4, nutrition scientist Kristine Polley, PhD, joins host Meghan Hamrock, MS, MPH, to discuss important components of the wholistic approach to health: sleep, stress management, and physical activity.
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Jan 15, 2020
The Whole Food Advantage | S2, E3
Meghan Hamrock, MS, MPH, and special guest Weston Bussler, PhD, discuss the whole food advantage. What components define a whole food? Why is including whole foods in the diet so important for human health? They also talk more about phytonutrients from plants - about how humans need these beneficial metabolites just as much as they need macronutrients or micronutrients, just in a different way. Different colors seen in plant foods – like ruby red beets and vibrantly green kale – are often indicative of the different phytonutrients found in different plants. This is why people might hear someone say “eat the rainbow”; it’s so important to have a colorful diet!
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Jan 8, 2020
(W)holistic Health Matters | S2, E2
Meghan Hamrock, MS, MPH, and special guest Weston Bussler, PhD, talk about the importance of wholistic health – emphasis on “wholistic” spelled with a “W”. Weston provides unique insight on the Standard American Diet – which is packed with foods processed for convenience and comfort in mind. Additionally, the Standard American Diet often lacks specific focus on important dietary components like micronutrients and phytonutrients, which both come from plants.
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Jan 1, 2020
What Does It Mean to Be "Healthy"? | S2, E1
“Healthy” looks different for everyone! Join Meghan Hamrock, MS, MPH, in the first episode of season 2. This episode includes a discussion of how to define “healthy,” how to set healthy goals for yourself with sustainability and longevity in mind, and how to approach lifestyle goals realistically.
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Dec 23, 2019
Trailer | S2
The first episode of Season 2 of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series launches on January 1st, 2020. Look forward to four episodes dedicated to changing the way you think about New Year’s resolutions, lifestyle changes, and being “healthy.” There are quotation marks around this word because “healthy” looks different for everyone! In season 2, "Building A Healthy Lifestyle," we’ll talk about how to define “healthy,” how to set healthy goals for yourself with sustainability and longevity in mind, and how to approach lifestyle goals realistically. We'll also discuss why (w)holistic health matters, the whole food advantage, and the importance of sleep, stress management, and physical activity as part of the (w)holistic approach to health. Special guests include nutrition scientist Weston Bussler, PhD, and Kristine Polley, PhD.
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Dec 16, 2019
Evidence Based Approaches to Enhance Naturopathic Care: Live at AANP 2019 | Episode 94
Ryan Bradley, ND, MPH, is the Director of Research, National University of Natural Medicine. He joined us for this episode of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series, recorded live at the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) 2019 annual conference and exhibition. Dr. Bradley discusses clinical research in naturopathic medicine, evidence-based recommendations in preventative medicine, and its importance for people with diabetes and/or cardiovascular risk factors.
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Dec 2, 2019
Supporting the Training of the Next Generation of Naturopathic Physicians: Live at AANP 2019 | Episode 92
This episode of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series was recorded live at the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) 2019 annual conference and exhibition. Michael Traub, ND, DHANP, FABNO, discussed his path to the naturopathic profession. Traub is in practice at the Lokahi Health Center Inc. in Hawaii and a site director for the Institute for Natural Medicine (INM).
Dr. Traub discusses Hawaii’s reasons for being the healthiest state, including genetics, lifestyle, and eating habits, as well as the correlation of an active lifestyle and its positive effect on mood. To the next generation of naturopathic practitioners, Dr. Traub recommends confidence, fiscal responsibility, and living within one’s means.
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Nov 18, 2019
How to Start a Detox Program with Patients: Live at AANP 2019 | Episode 90
Carrie Jones, ND, is naturopathic physician specializing in functional medicine, women’s health, and hormones. In this episode of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series recorded live at the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) 2019 annual conference and exhibition, Dr. Jones discusses hormonal imbalances and the health effects that occur as a result. Specifically, Dr. Jones describes the importance of detoxification to address hormonal imbalances.
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Oct 28, 2019
Justin Green, PhD: Live at AANP 2019 | Episode 86
This episode of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series was recorded live at the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) annual conference and exhibition.
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Oct 25, 2019
The Chiropractic Advantage: Live at FCA 2019 | Episode 85
This episode of the WholisticMatters Podcast Series was recorded live at the Florida Chiropractic Association (FCA) annual event The National featuring Sherry McCallister, DC, MS (ED), CCSP.
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Oct 21, 2019
Expanding Awareness and Impact of Naturopathic Care: Live at AANP 2019 | Episode 84
Michelle Simon, PhD, ND, describes naturopathic medicine as the “engineering of healthcare.” Dr. Simon, who began her career with an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering before obtained her PhD in biomedical engineering and becoming a naturopathic physician, is the president and CEO of the Institute for Natural Medicine (INM). In this podcast, John P. Troup, PhD, and Dr. Simon discuss delivery of education and content, effective and evolving delivery formats, and the importance of free and open-access education.
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Oct 11, 2019
Functional Neurology and Nutrition CoTherapy: Live at FCA’s The National | Episode 81
Ryan Lazarus, DC, MS, is a practicing chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner in California near the Napa Valley. He was also one of the speakers at the 2019 Florida Chiropractic Association (FCA) annual event The National, where the WholisticMatters Podcast Series recorded live episodes. Dr. Lazarus discussed implementing therapeutic lifestyle changes, gamifying therapeutic intervention, and the importance of personalizing wellness plans.
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Oct 7, 2019
Revolutionizing Medicine with a Natural Approach: Live at AANP 2019 | Episode 80
Maurice Werness, ND, was one of the founding board members of the Institute for Natural Medicine when it was established almost 30 years ago in 1992. Now, Dr. Werness is a practicing naturopathic doctor in Durham, North Carolina. We found him at the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) annual conference where the WholisticMatters Podcast Series with host John P. Troup was recording live.
Dr. Werness, the author of several books, was a competitive tennis player before he got into medicine, but he didn’t know anything about health. “I was asking my body to perform like a Ferrari, but I was putting diesel fuel in the tank,” he described. Now as a physician, he remarks that most people are “sick and tired of being sick and tired.” Dr. Werness is passionate about revolutionizing medicine, especially in Durham.
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Sep 30, 2019
The Importance of Public Health in Patient Care: Live at AANP 2019 | Episode 78
Meghan Hamrock, MS, MPH, is a public health specialist in North Carolina attending the American Association for Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) annual conference and exhibition for the first time. At AANP 2019, the WholisticMatters Podcast Series with John P. Troup, PhD, was live, and during the discussion with Hamrock, we gained valuable insights into the importance of public health in medicine.
Hamrock has experience working in community health clinics assessing an individual’s readiness to truly make a healthy change in their life. She is passionate about adjusting the mindset that produce is too expensive or that no one wants to buy it. Recently she spent some time analyzing the cost of purchasing fruits and vegetables in comparison to popular fast food sources, dispelling the rumor that healthy food is more expensive than non-healthy food. Hamrock practices making healthy choices and educating others on healthy living in her own home, as she teaches her three year-old son to coo…
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Sep 20, 2019
The Future of Chiropractic: Live at FCA’s The National | Episode 75
Live from the Florida Chiropractic Association’s The National, the world’s largest event for chiropractic, the WholisticMatters Podcast Series with host John P. Troup, PhD, joins Richard Brown, DC, Secretary-General of the World Federation for Chiropractic (WFC) to discuss the future of the chiropractic industry.
The WFC represents the national associations of 94 countries around the world and is currently promoting the “Be EPIC” campaign (Evidence-based, People-entered, Inter-professional care, and Collaborative). Dr. Brown says “there has never been a better time to be a chiropractor.”
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Sep 13, 2019
The Science Behind Chiropractic: Live at FCA’s The National | Episode 73
Heidi Haavik, DC, PhD, is a chiropractor from New Zealand who got her doctoral degree in human neurophysiology to understand more about how and why chiropractic works. Recorded live at the Florida Chiropractic Association (FCA) annual event The National in Orlando, Florida, WholisticMatters Podcast Series host John P. Troup, PhD, talks with Dr. Haavik, who is an award-winning author, scientist, and clinician. Interestingly, Dr. Haavik’s great grandfather on her mother’s side was one of the first one thousand chiropractors to graduate from the Palmer College for Chiropractic. She is also the author of New York Times best seller “The Reality Check” that discusses the benefits of chiropractic.
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Sep 6, 2019
Resiliency – Supporting the Patient’s Ability to Recover Faster: Live at FCA’s The National | Episode 71
Christopher Bump, DC, MS, has used nutrition in his practice for his long time. In this podcast episode, the WholisticMatters Podcast Series with John P. Troup, PhD, is recording live at the Florida Chiropractic Association (FCA) annual event The National, where Dr. Bump is back as a speaker. Dr. Troup and Dr. Bump discuss stress, inflammation, and modern-day stressors like politics and watching the news.
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Aug 16, 2019
Phytochemicals, Bitter Receptors, and Carbohydrate Processing | Episode 66
Slavko Komarnytsky, PhD, from the N.C. State University Plants for Human Health Institute, returns to the WholisticMatters podcast series with host John Troup, PhD, to discuss mechanisms involved in the control and balance of glucose appearance in the body. Komarnytsky, a leading expert in phytonutrients and the underlying mechanisms of metabolic processes, explains that modern humans include too many carbohydrates in the diet and that the body does not know how to manage the consequences.
Phytochemicals – unique compounds found in plants that are associated with various health benefits - are bitter as they present naturally in plants. But modern humans do not like bitter flavors; over time, food technologists removed bitter components to make food more palatable, more enjoyable. This led to a loss of bitter signaling in plant-based food that interacts with carbohydrate processing.
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Jun 24, 2019
Detox vs. Purification vs. Cleanse | Episode 63
John Troup, PhD, talks to Bassem El-Khodor, PhD, a prominent thought leader on detox. El-Khodor discusses the different terms used for detox – what they really mean and what implications these differences have on selecting the right program for the right patient. Additionally, Troup and El-Khodor describe the differences between “detox,” “purification,” and “cleansing.”
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May 15, 2019
Pro-resolving Mediators and Underlying Inflammation | Episode 61
Jesmond Dalli, PhD, and John Troup, PhD, discussed addressing the underlying problems of inflammation at the 2019 Integrative Healthcare Symposium. “Because [inflammation] has been given one name, it has been oversimplified as a process,” Dalli said. “Each person has a different sequence of events that leads to their disease.”
Dalli and Troup discuss the challenge of identifying the steps that lead to chronic conditions, pro-resolving mediators (PRMs), and the endocannabinoid system.
Watch Dalli’s talk from IHS 2019 here.
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May 3, 2019
Live at IHS 2019: Major Trends in Nutrition | Episode 60
Live at the Integrative Healthcare Symposium (IHS) 2019, John Troup, PhD, talked to Christopher Bump, DC, MS, IFMCP, CNS, DABCN on major trends in nutrition in integrative healthcare. Dr. Bump shared with us how and where practitioners are discussing nutrition – in both broader healthcare and in chiropractic specifically.
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Apr 26, 2019
Oats, Bitter Compounds, and a Lifetime of Plant Study | Episode 59
Eric Jackson, PhD, is currently the Chief Technical Officer for 25:2 Solutions and the architect of the company’s NATIVCROP Lab. Throughout his career, Jackson has studied biology as a pre-med student, plant pathology, quantitative genetics, and statistical genomics. As Senior Principal Scientist at General Mills Inc., Jackson became the first scientist to completely domesticate a wild oat species using a novel non-GMO approach.
In this podcast, John Troup, PhD, and Jackson discuss oats and bitter compounds. Jackson first started studying oats over ten years ago during his postdoctoral fellowship with the USDA and Texas A&M University.
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Apr 9, 2019
Inflammation and the Omega-3 Index | Episode 58
Dan Johnston, MD, MPH, is the founder and CEO of BrainSpan and a retired Lieutenant Colonel who has served in the US Pentagon, White House, Army Surgeon General's office, Iraq, Kuwait, and Korea. Dr. Johnston sat down with John Troup, PhD, at a recent military nutrition conference to talk about the broader issues of stress and inflammation, as well as the role played by omega-3 fatty acids.
“We need to be looking at nutrition as part of our armor,” Dr. Johnston explained, stressing how critical fats and fatty acids are to cell biology.
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Apr 9, 2019
Managing Inflammation with Omega-3 Fatty Acids | Episode 57
John Troup, PhD, discussed managing inflammation and the use of omega-3 fatty acids with Andrew Heyman, MD, MHSA. Specifically, Heyman described the importance of lipids in the body on the cellular level, on the subcellular level, and on the organ system level. Heyman emphasizes that the 60:40 ratio of EPA to DHA is critically important - as well as higher dosing – when addressing deficiencies.
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Mar 26, 2019
Changing the Way You Think About Medicine | Episode 55
When Dana Cohen, MD, was finishing her residency at Albany Medical Center in internal medicine, she saw an ad on the wall for a “world-renowned wellness center seeking a physician in New York City,” and the rest is history.
Twenty years later, we find Dr. Cohen at the Integrative Healthcare Symposium in New York City to record a live podcast. Dr. Cohen talks to John Troup, PhD, about how Dr. Atkins changed the way she thinks about medicine, life at the Atkins Center for Complementary Medicine, a career in integrative medicine, and her new book on hydration.
Dr. Cohen always asks patients what they are eating and drinking. 99 percent of her patients doubt that they are drinking enough water. In her new book “Quench: Beat Fatigue, Drop Weight, and Heal Your Body Through New Science of Optimum Hydration,” Dr. Cohen writes about subclinical dehydration, the fourth phase of water, and eating more plants for ultimate hydration.
Get her book on Amazon.
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Mar 13, 2019
Pioneering the Integrative Health Space | Episode 54
Recorded live at the 2019 Integrative Health Symposium in New York City, this podcast features Erika Schwartz, MD, pioneer in the field of integrative medicine and founder of Evolved Science, a concierge medical practice in New York City. Dr. Schwartz is the author of seven books, most recently “The Intimacy Solution.”
John Troup, PhD, talked to Dr. Schwartz about how she became interested in the integrative and functional medicine space. Dr. Schwartz started out working at a trauma center early in her career and also worked in internal medicine. She became interested in supplemental nutrition in 1999 after constantly talking to patients who complained of fatigue.
Then, she started asking patients about their diet, sleep habits, alcohol consumption, exercise, and stress levels. “In the mid-90s, this was so novel that they thought I became a psychiatrist,” Schwartz explained. “But what I actually became was a better doctor.”
Schwartz became increasingly interested in l…
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Feb 18, 2019
Hydration is Key for Both Exercise Performance and General Wellbeing | Episode 52
Stavros Kavouras, PhD, is professor and director of the Hydration Lab at Arizona State University where he researches how water intake influences health and performance. In this podcast, John Troup, PhD, chats with Dr. Kavouras on how hydration influences exercise performance and general wellbeing. Dr. Kavouras refers to water as “the forgotten nutrient,” and discusses key topics like health issues associated with dehydration, sports-enhancement beverages, and drinking still versus sparkling water.
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Jan 25, 2019
Stress & Inflammation | Episode 51
Dr. Jay Lombard, a thought leader in the fields of integrative and functional medicine, has been a practicing neurologist for more than two decades. We got Dr. Lombard on the phone to talk about stress and inflammation, particularly how stress leads to problems with anxiety and ultimately complicates underlying inflammation. Dr. Lombard discusses the idea of conceptualizing stress as both biological and experiential, something that we all encounter.
Dr. Lombard is one of the original faculty members of the Institute for Functional Medicine, co-founder and Chief Innovation Office of Genomind, and founder and medical director Mindful DNA.
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Dec 21, 2018
Digital Health Tools and the Importance of Changing Healthcare | Episode 47
Priya Kamani is the founder and CEO of LivingMatrix, a digital platform founded in 2014 that haleps manage functional medicine practices and programs to help healthcare practitioners facilitate the delivery of their specialization.
It’s rare to find a physician running an entrepreneurial start-up while simultaneously being committed to improving clinical platforms, but Dr. Kamani is doing it. After working in clinical care for several years, she became frustrated with the “system,” and looked to the world of technology to improve digital delivery of healthcare.
Listen to this podcast to hear more about Dr. Kamani’s personal experience with functional medicine, empowering physicians with digital healthcare, and using data to improve clinical care.
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Dec 4, 2018
Natural Products, Medicinal Herbs, and Managing Patients | Episode 46
Naturopathic doctor Marisa Marciano and iconic advocate of herbal medicinals Mark Blumenthal discuss the history of medicinal plants and the power of herbs, which both believe to move alongside other healthy lifestyle habits.
When Marciano is with a patient, she treats each individual differently: “I try to look at every person and decide, ‘what is the best thing for this patient?’” In addition to working as a naturopathic physician in Vancouver, Canada and as an herbal consultant and educator, Marciano is currently Chair of the Botanical Medicine Department at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine.
Blumenthal is the founder and CEO of the American Botanical Council and editor and publisher of the quarterly journal HerbalGram.
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Nov 28, 2018
Wholistic Living, Lifestyle Management, and Sustainable Agriculture| Episode 45
In addition to being the founder and executive director of the American Botanical Council (ABC) as well as editor and publisher of the quarterly journal HerbalGram, Mark Blumenthal has dedicated most of his life to being a vegetarian. In another installment in our series on herbal medicine, Blumenthal discusses sustaining life on the planet, his history with herbal medicinals, and the evolution of medicinal herbs:
“Plant chemistry is not static. It’s a dynamic interaction with the environment.”
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Nov 26, 2018
Classifying Herbs, Standardization, and the Pharmaceutical Industry | Episode 44
Continuing with our series on herbal medicine, founder and executive director of the American Botanical Council Mark Blumenthal talks about the various classifications of herbs, including adaptogens and nervines. Blumenthal also talks about standardization of herbs and the involvement of the pharmaceutical industry.
“What’s the first herb that comes to your mind when I say…”
* Adaptogenic? Ginseng, rhodiola, ashwagandha
* Nervine? Skullcap, valerian, passion flower
* Digestive health? Mint, dill, fennel
* Stress and anxiety? Kava – and learning to take deep breaths!
* Cardiovascular? Garlic, hawthorn leaf and flower
* Cognition? Bacopa, ginkgo
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Nov 12, 2018
The State of the Herbal Industry: Late 20th Century America | Episode 42
Mark Blumenthal has been the founder and executive director of the American Botanical Council (ABC) as well as editor and publisher of the quarterly journal HerbalGram for 30 years now. In this podcast, Blumenthal provides a historical perspective on herbs, discussing the state of the herbal industry in the 1970s, -80s, and -90s - an age before social media, before email, and before the internet. At first, herbal medicine was just a hobby and personal interest for Blumenthal. Now, with a lifetime of leadership with and devotion to the ABC and HerbalGram, Blumenthal is passionate about increasing education in herbal medicine and validating the historical use of medicinal plants.
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Nov 6, 2018
WholisticMatters Podcast with John P. Troup, PhD | Episode 40 |Advocate for Wholistic Health| Interviewing Kerry Bone
Herbal medicine has been Kerry Bone’s passion since he was very young. Bone is the Director of Research and Development at MediHerb, a company Bone co-founded in 1986 that produces herbal products for health care professionals. He has written six textbooks defining principles and practices of phytotherapy, is an advocate of wholistic health, and is passionate about producing “good science” to provide health care providers looking to do more with herbal care:
“Plants have an inherent biological intelligence to influence the behavior - the physiological functioning – of whatever it is that they’re signaling to.”
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