The importance of being heard: The search for doctors who treat more than just the symptoms

Autoimmunity clearly explained…(finally): Dr. Zach Bush (MD of Internal Medicine, Endocrinology and Metabolism) offers a meaningful bird's eye view of what autoimmune really is, why food makes a difference and why pharmaceutical drugs aren't the answer...If that little voice inside has been telling you there must be another way, this is an interview you do not want to miss! Jonathan Otto from Health Secret interviewed Dr. Zach Bush about Autoimmunity. by Health Secrets Podcast

52 min listen

“A new normal” - Emotional Testimony: In this Moving testimony, Emily (Autoimmune disease survivor) opens up about healing from Thyroid disease and Hoshimoto’s. Tired of conventional doctors making her feel unheard, paranoid and down right crazy --she knew her chronic lack of energy was indicative that something was very wrong and thus began her healing journey through functional medicine. Now that she is aware of the “why factor” causing her illness, she has identified similar food sensitivities in her own children and is passionate about getting her message out to help others who are suffering needlessly. Despite a family history of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's -by integrating a new diet plan for her family, she is preventing the onset of these degenerative diseases while promoting a healthy future for all. Jonathan Otto from Health Secret interviewed Emily Ludwig about autoimmune disease. by Health Secrets Podcast

40 min listen

Women's Hormone Health & the Autoimmune connection: Ladies… How much do you understand about your hormones and the key roles they play in maintaining good health? In this very comprehensive interview, The accomplished Dr. Daniel Nuzum NMD, DO, DN (Certified Doctor of Natural Medicine, Medical Acupuncturist, Nutritional Supplement Formulator, licensed Tribal Practitioner, licensed Doctor of Natural Medicine and osteopathic doctor) has a tete a tete with Lori Otto to really define the dire importance of hormonal balance and the body’s perfectly designed systems that produce female hormones that are responsible for regulating metabolism, stress, tissue function, sexual function, reproduction, sleep and mood to name just a few... Simply put and in his own words “hormones either all work together for synergy or they work separately to pull everything apart.” Listen in for more and stay tuned for next week when we put the spotlight on the gentlemen in our lives in our Men’s hormones intervie by Health Secrets Podcast

21 min listen

Scientific evidence confirms Gladiators followed vegan diets ensuring optimal performance for the body, spirit and mind.: Chad Kreuzer (Public Speaker and documentary filmmaker) has travelled the world, hosting seminars for the public, for doctors and medical students alike, on the power of Faith, the infamous Weimar institute NEWSTART principals and the importance of plant based diets. Chad explains that the answers to good health can be found even as far back as in biblical scriptures and in this exclusive interview delves into the gut-brain connection, reversing autoimmune diseases and healing mental health issues such as depression and suicidal tendencies through dietary changes. Siting riveting studies of the benefits of a plant based diet, such as: Violence in prisons...Reduced! Addictions we struggle with...solved! Join us as we explore how making the right food choices provokes significant results in overcoming negative habits while providing a healthier and longer life expecta by Health Secrets Podcast

43 min listen

Living well - Preventing lupus, arthritis, thyroid conditions, and hormonal imbalances: In our previous interview with Dr. Zach Bush (Internal Medicine, Endocrinology, and Metabolism), the knowledge he shared with us was so informative, important, and comprehensive that we just had to invite him back. We are delighted that he has agreed to join us again to discuss the secrets he has discovered in almost 2 decades of practice. Today, Dr. Bush explains the journey of nutrition and its role in inflammatory autoimmune processes. Dr. Bush explains the dietary + lifestyle treatments for preventing lupus, arthritis, thyroid conditions, and hormonal imbalances — which if unattended, lead to a shift in insulin, cortisol, and production of sex hormones or more... Listen here. Jonathan Otto from Health Secret interviewed Dr. Zach Bush about preventing lupus, arthritis, thyroid conditions, and hormonal imbalances. by Health Secrets Podcast

27 min listen

Food for thought - Food for healing: Conquering Lupus: Hippocrates, the founder of modern medicine said “let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food”. Coming out of the military, with dreams of becoming an astronaut, her life came to a halt at 27 when she was diagnosed with Lupus. Michelle Irwin (author, raw food chef and cooking instructor for the NEWSTART Lifestyle Program at the Weimar Institute, licensed holistic health practitioner, certified lymphologist) understands first hand the importance of healing through diet. By making radical changes - literally overnight, Michelle was able to heal completely. She speaks to us today in this exclusive, fully recovered...an autoimmune conqueror! She has boiled down the foundation of health to three things, which she teaches her cooking students. Listen as she shares her unwavering faith, her knowledge of food chemistry and the healthy lifestyle secrets she swears by. Jonathan Otto from Health Secret interviewed Michelle Irwin about by Health Secrets Podcast

51 min listen

Winning the battle - How this doctor healed herself without use of conventional medicine.: Victorious in her battle with Ulcerative colitis, Dr. Sruti Lam (MD, ND, functional medicine practitioner and nutrition specialist) shares her personal testimony in how she healed naturally and without the use of conventional medicine. Although there are different possible risk factors that may cause the body to attack itself (genetics, childhood, immunizations, environmental toxins, stress, sleeping habits) Dr. Lam explains that she is most concerned with the Standard American Diet (SAD) and the effects of pharmaceutical drugs on the immune system. Conventional medicine tends to treat the symptoms of a disease, putting a bandaid on the wound. A holistic approach, in which we prevent the triggers that cause symptoms before the disease is ever present, is the true answer to curing the body. Listen in to this comprehensive interview on autoimmune causes, symptoms and solutions and discover Dr. La by Health Secrets Podcast

65 min listen

Grandson & Heir to Baskin - Robbins (31 flavors) Empire chooses a different path- Spreading a message of hope and healthy living: Did you know that the U.S. weight loss industry pulls in close to a hundred billion dollars a year? Ocean Robbins (Author, Health Advocate and CEO/ Co-founder of Food Revolution Network Inc.) wants us to STOP being a society that shames and blames ourselves for carrying extra weight. Sugar can be more addictive than cocaine and people are both mentally and physically addicted to unhealthy foods. But with nearly three quarters of Americans struggling with weight and obesity, where do we go from here? Ocean has the answers! No one understands better than the grandson of the world’s largest (and arguably the best-ever tasting) ice cream chain. Originally planned to be future heirs to the Baskin Robbins empire, Ocean Robbins and his father John Robbins walked away from something they knew could contribute to making people unhealthy and instead chose to dedicat by Health Secrets Podcast

52 min listen

“People can get their brains back!” - Healing from Dementia: Dr. Kathleen Toups (Author of Dementia Demystified, Functional Medicine Psychiatrist, Principal researcher on long-term Alzheimer's and Mild Cognitive Impairment Dementia-MCID clinical trials) specializes in psychiatric disorders and cognitive impairment disorders. She believes that Dementia, depression, anxiety and ADHD are not mysterious diseases or conditions that just happen. In fact, she says that they do not even start in the brain, but instead are the result of an imbalanced, autoimmune-triggered body, leading to inflammation. Like many early adopters of functional medicine, Dr Toups came to the functional medicine table when she developed the degenerative disease herself. Using her expertise and modern-day neuroplasticity approaches, she shares the scientific data supporting her notion that diet (and a few other changes) can restore proper brain function. Listen in to her personal success story and discover how she by Health Secrets Podcast

40 min listen

Men’s Hormone Health & the Autoimmune connection: Gents... do you feel like your losing your Mojo? Hormonal dysfunction may be to blame. When hormones are out of whack, the body will communicate via symptoms or cues and if ignored or not properly addressed and treated Holistically, the body can begin attacking itself in what is known as autoimmunity. In this interview, Dr Nuzum NMD, DO, DN (Certified Doctor of Natural Medicine, Medical Acupuncturist, Nutritional Supplement Formulator, licensed Tribal Practitioner, licensed Doctor of Natural Medicine and osteopathic doctor) shares how the adrenals and the thyroid in men have a check and balance relationship, explains what can be done to restore hormonal balance to where levels should be and how to prevent or even reverse autoimmune disease. Jonathan Otto from Health Secret interviewed Dr. Daniel Nuzum about Men's Hormones. by Health Secrets Podcast

38 min listen

The importance of being heard: The search for doctors who treat more than just the symptoms: “I completely lost my self-confidence, I had nothing. I felt like I lost everything, I lost my life.” ...At the young age of 23, dancer, singer, and actress, Jessica Ferguson (Autoimmune survivor) describes her health as hitting an all-time low. Despite being followed by 8 doctors, she didn't have an explanation for what was happening inside her body. Fed up of yet another prescription added to the handful of medications she was already taking to keep her symptoms at bay, Jessica decided enough was enough and was determined to be truly heard. If you have ever felt vulnerable, invisible, or simply as though those meant to help you weren’t taking you seriously...then this interview is a must-hear. Jessica shares how incredible it felt to regain hope of better health and to heal completely from her chronic health issues thanks to the integrative health practices and nutritional approach of one in by Health Secrets Podcast

38 min listen

Detox 101: “Diagnoses for ADHD, for bipolar, for ADD, for autism,...what causes them?”: In this interview, we continue on our quest to fully understanding Detox: cellular detox and drainage detoxification. With over 25 years of practice under his belt, Dr. Daniel Nuzum (Certified Doctor of Natural Medicine, Medical Acupuncturist, licensed Tribal Practitioner, and osteopathic doctor)is well versed on the connection between Detoxification (a sort of showering for your whole system) and the positive effects it yields on our emotions and hormones. Discover what Dr. Nuzum says can correct the chemical imbalances and help us heal from mood and mental health disorders and the importance of cleansing to rebuild! Listen here. Jonathan Otto from Health Secret interviewed Dr. Nuzum about Detox. by Health Secrets Podcast

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Why Detox? “We are exposed to 27 million toxic chemicals in the environment that didn't exist 60 years ago...”: What is Leaky Gut? Can night terrors be the body’s way of communicating with us? We are bombarded with impurities and potential hazards from our environment on a daily basis. These toxins accumulate in our systems and lead to what Dr. Daniel Nuzum (Certified Doctor of Natural Medicine, Medical Acupuncturist, licensed Tribal Practitioner and osteopathic doctor) calls “the three I’s: Irritation, Inflammation, and Infection”. Dr. Nuzum teaches us that detox isn’t only important for those suffering from autoimmune symptoms, conditions or disease...Detox is imperative even if we are feeling fantastic. Revealed in this episode: How to naturally detox, the importance of proper detox sequencing, and why we all need to do so. I’m not alone conducting this interview today. Joining me are friends and family, and everyone has the opportunity to ask the questions they want answers to. by Health Secrets Podcast

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How to live to 120: The Secret to a long healthy life: We are honored to have Dr. Ben Johnson (Integrative oncologist recognized worldwide as a leader in Concierge Cancer Care) with us today. You may remember him from his remarkable appearance in the 2006 documentary The Secret. Dr. Johnson shares his belief with us that in the next 20 years, it is probable for human life expectancy to reach 120 with great cognition...What’s the good Doctor’s secret? In our discussion, he strongly urges us to consider the role our high-sugar diet plays in our health... leading to pain, inflammation, Cancer, Diabetes, and atrophy of the brain. “Diet is critical,” He says, and avoiding sugar spikes will not only prevent but can even REVERSE Alzheimer's disease. Find out how to get ahead of disease! Listen in to this week’s mind-nourishing interview here. Jonathan Otto from Health Secret interviewed Dr. Ben Johnson about the Secret to a long healthy life. by Health Secrets Podcast

46 min listen

Oral health and autoimmune disease- How to protect yourself: Jonathan Landsman (personal health consultant, Exercise Physiologist, writer, radio talk show host: host of NaturalHealth365.com and the NaturalNews Talk Hour) wants us to understand the connection between oral health and autoimmune disease. Did you know silver fillings, root canals, and gum disease can all affect your digestive and lymphatic system and cause autoimmune health issues? If you or someone you know is still experiencing symptoms such as brain fog, chronic fatigue, neurological disorders, or blurred vision — despite reducing stress, eating right, exercising, and getting adequate sleep — poor oral health may be the culprit. Listen in as Jonathan Landsman shares the importance of seeking out a well-trained biological dentist to safely remove fillings and regain optimal oral care. Jonathan Otto from Health Secret interviewed Jonathan Landsman about the connection between oral health and autoimmune disease. by Health Secrets Podcast

26 min listen

“His depression lifted. He had hope for the future...and I got my husband back.” -The Alzheimer’s story: If you know anyone suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease, then you know how terribly devastating it can be to see your connection with a loved one vanish before your eyes. This was the case for Dr. Mary Newport (Autoimmune Conqueror: Husband Steve). when her husband, Steve, was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s at the very young age of 54! She was determined to try anything she could to help him and thanks to her medical background and career as a neonatologist, Dr. Newport began Implementing nutritional changes to Steve’s diet. Discover what over-the-counter SuperFood yielded outstanding results and began reversing his symptoms within 24 hrs! Listen to her touching story and message of hope here... Jonathan Otto from Health Secret interviewed Dr. Mary Newport about Alzheimer’s Disease. by Health Secrets Podcast

34 min listen

“Like magic” -The mother/daughter story: “She was back to just the amazing person that she is. So that was fantastic, it was like magic” The path had always been clear for Mekayla Clarke (Naturopath, child of patient/survivor Mother). She knew since she was a child that she wanted to go into the healthcare field. When her mother began suffering from dementia, allopathic medicine could not help. Instead, Mekayla witnessed the healing effects of naturopathic medicine for her mother and her career direction shifted from modern medicine to Naturopathic studies. In this emotional testimony, Mekayla opens about the heartbreak and frustration for families forced to watch someone they love so much suffer from disease. Listen in to her story where she reveals which miracle supplement gave her her mother back. Jonathan Otto from Health Secret interviewed Mekayla Clarke about Naturopath. by Health Secrets Podcast

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“It's time to change everything.” — A frightening wake-up call.: When my father-in-law suddenly landed in the hospital emergency for five days and the doctors explained that dialysis was his only option, HE decided to make an immediate change, and WE decided to detox together as a family. As you may know, my wife Lori and I have had some health struggles of our own as well. In this impromptu interview, Dr. Daniel Nuzum (Certified Doctor of Natural Medicine, Medical Acupuncturist, licensed Tribal Practitioner and osteopathic doctor) guides us through the fresh produce aisles as we discover what to buy to begin our morning juicing routine. Listen in to what Dr. Nuzum says is the cause of, and solution to, autoimmune disease and how to rid our bodies of the toxins responsible for making us sick. Jonathan Otto from Health Secret interviewed Dr. Nuzum about detox with juicing. by Health Secrets Podcast

51 min listen

Good news! Mental health can be restored by following just a few easy principles...: Food Addictions, obesity, toxic thoughts and mood-related illnesses, depression, anxiety, dementia, Alzheimer's, reduced emotional Intelligence (EQ), Electrosmog exposure, and autoimmune diseases. What do all of these things have in common?... Unhealthy lifestyle practices. This week Dr. Neil Nedley (Internal Medicine with an emphasis in Gastroenterology, Mental Health, Lifestyle Medicine, and the difficult-to-diagnose patient) talks to us about the keys to great life long mental health. Listen in to learn about the gut-brain connection, the reasons why a plant-based diet helps tremendously in regards to both mental health and physical health, how social media and EMF exposure may be robbing us of motivation and making us antisocial — and what we can start doing today to live our best, healthiest lives by choosing natural restorative remedies over harmful pharmaceutical drugs. Jonathan Otto from He by Health Secrets Podcast

45 min listen

The autoimmune industry - a 100 billion dollar industry.: Autoimmune disease is a substantial piece of the disease epidemic in our country. When at one time, we may have not known anyone personally struggling with autoimmune disease, now it seems everyone is affected either directly or by extension of a loved one. In this must-listen-to interview, Dr. Jay Davidson (Lyme disease Expert, functional medicine researcher, speaker, international best-selling author) explains that over 200 different conditions and major diseases are now being classified as autoimmune in nature, including: diabetes, cancer, cognitive issues, lupus, dementia, heart disease, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's, autism, Type-1 &2 diabetes, Thyroid conditions, Hashimoto's, Cancer, and many more… Join us and listen in as Dr. Jay Davidson sheds light on what autoimmune conditions really are, what causes them and provides incredible insight on how to prevent illness and heal nat by Health Secrets Podcast

81 min listen

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