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HOST: Betsy Miller, MS, CNS, RH(AHG), DCN-c GUEST: Weston Bussler, PhD Host Betsy Miller, MS, CNS, RH(AHG), DCN-c talks with Weston Bussler, PhD about the intersection of agricultural science and nutrition science, and how farming practices influence nutrient density in crops. They discuss the differences between conventionally, organically, and regeneratively grown food. Weston highlights the micronutrient shortfall in current US food supply, and how practitioners can help patients fill these nutrient gaps with diet and whole food supplementation. Weston Bussler, Ph.D., is a product development manager at Standard Process Inc., where he works within the Nutrition Innovation Center (NIC). The NIC is Standard Process's clinical research facility, designed to advance nutrition science specific to the whole-food health advantage. Weston is passionate about helping physicians and patients support health and wellness by maximizing the nutritional density of whole foods. In his work, he is focused on conducting and adopting the latest scientific research and technologies into whole-food nutritional products and translating science into evidence-backed insights for healthcare practitioners.   Show Summary 1:50 The influence of farming practices on nutrient density: intersection of agricultural science and nutrition science 3:11 Crop choice, strain selection, environmental influences, soil quality and other factors that affect the nutrient content of crops 5:36 Nutrient density of plants grown conventionally versus organically and regeneratively 7:34 The importance of phytonutrient density and diversity of colorful plant compounds in fruits and vegetables 11:25 Stressors applied to plants during the growing process can influence the density of phytochemicals and nutrients produced in the plant 14:02 Discussion of studies that looked at yield-focused intensive agriculture and it's affect on nutrient density in foods – decline in crop varieties' nutrient uptake ability as compared to ancient varieties, and how we can remedy this decline 20:29 Sourcing ancient varieties for optimal nutrient content 25:16 Differentiation between genetic plant breeding versus genetically modified crops 28:17 Micronutrient shortfall in current US food supply: how practitioners can help patients fill these nutrient gaps 31:33 Whole food supplements as a bioavailable option to fill nutrient gaps 35:35 The importance of a healthy diet along with targeted whole food supplementation for optimal health

Host: Betsy Miller, MS, CNS, RH(AHG), DCN-c Guest: Nathan Rose, BHSc (Naturopathy) Nathan Rose is the Head of Education at Integria Healthcare, leading practitioner education across MediHerb, Eagle and Eagle Clinical in ANZ, the US, UK and South Africa. With over 20 years of industry experience in clinical practice and leading teams in education, innovation, and research and development, Nathan brings a broad skill set and passion to deliver cutting-edge, engaging and clinically relevant information. Combining his background in naturopathy with his innate curiosity, Nathan has a relentless drive to uncover and broadcast new solutions to common clinical presentations. As a recognized international speaker and industry-thought leader, Nathan's presentations are novel and insightful, and at times question the status quo, all in attempt to continue to progress the power and efficacy of natural healthcare.  Nathan Rose and Betsy Miller sit down for a conversation about the influence bitter herbs  have on digestion, appetite regulation, and weight loss. They discuss weight loss, GLP-1 medications, neuroinflammation, and the vagus nerve. Betsy asks Nathan about the importance of whole food nutrition, especially fiber and protein, in influencing the incretin hormone pathway that includes GLP-1, CCK, and PYY. Nathan also cites several important studies on weight loss and appetite regulation, including a study on how mindset and framing language around food can influence appetite regulation and metabolic signaling.   EPISODE SUMMARY 2:18 Bitter herbs, bitter taste receptors, and their influence on digestion, appetite regulation 5:18 Evidence that bitter herbs influence digestion and appetite regulation 8:23 Effectiveness of taking bitter herbs on the tongue versus ingesting bitter herbs in a tablet form 10:51 How bitter herbs influence weight loss 15:13 Maintaining weight loss after discontinuation of GLP-1 medications 21:22 Metabolic set point – regaining weight after weight loss 25:59 Ability of bitter herbs to communicate with the brain via the Vagus nerve 27:26 Neuroinflammation as a potential driver of the stuck metabolic set point – reduce neuroinflammation with neuroprotective herbs to reduce the metabolic set point 29:53 Importance of whole food nutrition, especially fiber and protein, in supporting the GLP-1 pathway 38:36 How mindset can influence appetite regulation and metabolic signaling 47:04 Clinical takeaway – working with patients through a multisystem condition like obesity and unwanted weight gain requires using bitter herbs, as well as whole food nutrition and reframing language around food to help shift the needle

Host Amy Malek and Guest Betsy Miller engage in a fun and informative conversation about holistic strategies to help kids stay healthy as they head back to school. They cover the common concerns – immune support, focus, sleep, and anxiety. They discuss diet, supplements, and lifestyle routines to support an easy transition. Betsy shares strategies that work for her school age children, like creative methods for getting kids to take supplements, nutrient dense colorful whole food recipes, and how to encourage a healthy relationship with food. Betsy Miller is a Registered Herbalist and Certified Nutrition Specialist, and the manager of Clinical Product Support at Standard Process. Betsy specializes in nutrition and herbs for women's reproductive health, particularly fertility challenges, prenatal care and postpartum support. In addition to her work with Standard Process, Betsy adjunct faculty in the herbal medicine program at the School of Integrative Health at the Notre Dame Maryland University where she is also a clinical nutrition doctoral candidate. Podcast Summary 2:21 Supporting brain health and focus in school age children with supplements and whole food nutrition 5:24 Supplementing to fill nutrient gaps in children 7:44 Immune support for back-to-school 12:28 Choosing supplement formats and formulas designed for children 15:17 What to look for when choosing a pediatric multivitamin 17:52 Sleep hygiene for school age children including herbal remedies, routines, and lifestyle recommendations 23:11 Managing anxiety around social and academic concerns 26:28 The color of food and it's impact on immunity and overall health for kids 30:09 Cultivating a healthy relationship with food

HOST: Dr. Daina Parent, ND GUEST: Cheryl Cuozzo, MSN, APRN, ANP-C, FNP-C, FAIHM   Cheryl Cuozzo, an integrative Nurse Practitioner, shares her personal story overcoming Lyme Disease with host and Naturopathic Doctor Daina Parent. They discuss early signs and symptoms, issues with testing and protocols, and the limits of the conventional model when dealing with complex conditions such as Lyme, co-infections and other chronic conditions. Cheryl's inspiring story led her to design an integrative foundational healing program for her patients that she based of off the holistic care that helped her recover from Lyme. Both practitioners share diet, lifestyle, supplementation and herbal remedies that support the multisystem recovery process from complex conditions.   Cheryl Cuozzo, MSN, APRN, ANP-C, FNP-C, FAIHM, is a dual Master's–prepared clinician with graduate degrees in Nursing Education and Nurse Practitioner studies. She is double board-certified as an Adult and Family Nurse Practitioner and is a Fellow of the Academy of Integrative Health & Medicine (FAIHM). Cheryl is the first and only Nurse Practitioner in Connecticut to earn FAIHM distinction.  Cheryl's work emphasizes foundational nutrition, neuroimmune regulation, detoxification support, and whole-body lifestyle strategies. She is the founder of Intentional Wellness, a worldwide virtual consulting platform born from her Connecticut-based practice, Cuozzo Health Integrative Medicine. Having personally recovered from Lyme disease using integrative, non-drug approaches, her clinical focus centers on supporting individuals with Lyme disease, co-infections, and other complex, multisystem chronic conditions.   2:00 Cheryl's personal Journey with Lyme: early symptoms and signs 5:25 Cheryl's personal Journey with Lyme: Laboratory testing discrepancies and working Dr. Sensenig 10:28  Cheryl's personal Journey with Lyme: Navigating conventional and holistic strategies 13:15 Five Healing Foundations: integrative strategies as the foundation of Cheryl's practice, modeled after her own experience 18:30 The importance of whole food nutrition in the healing process 19:12 The importance of starting a detoxification/purification protocol with a qualified healthcare practitioner before incorporating strong herbs to address Lyme 24:05 Targeted movement and regenerative sleep as part of the healing process 33:54 Neuroimmune and Endocrine regulation 35:42 Herbal supplementation for energy and nervous system regulation 37:28 Toxic load reduction – through a focus on diet, personal and household care products, and detoxification/purification 42:26 Clinical tip: prescribing lifestyle and sleep recommendations to patients for greater compliance 45:21 Integrative care as a Nurse Practitioner: Differences between the conventional model and an integrative approach 49:22 Dr. Sensenig quote "The minute you reduce medicine to protocols you remove the patient from the equation" – looking at each person as an individual 50:03 Supplements and herbal remedies for neuroinflammation in Long COVID and EBV antibody reactivations 52:17 Supplementation and herbals for Lyme coinfections 54:09 Timeline for working with long COVID – when do patients start to feel better? 56:35 Cheryl's mentorship program - training other practitioners in whole food nutrition and integrative strategies: www.cuozzohealth.com 58:57 Shift from conventional mindset to integrative approach - "what's good for the patient?" 1:00:35 Not a one-size-fits-all strategy for Lyme, long COVID and coinfections; remembering the foundation of whole food nutrition

Rebecca Jankowski and Theresa Kopac, co-owners of Interwovxn, join host Dr. Daina Parent, ND for an insightful and important conversation about postpartum and perimenopause. Rebecca and Theresa share their unique experiences supporting women during these two major life transitions, and what happens when these two phases happen simultaneously. They share diet, herbs, lab testing, and lifestyle routines that set their clients up for improved overall well-being and better health outcomes. Rebecca and Theresa share the importance of embracing change and seeking support through the transitions of motherhood, postpartum and perimenopause. Rebecca states "I believe that by addressing the unique needs of women at every stage, we can create an ecosystem of understanding, empowerment, and connection that benefits individuals and communities alike." Theresa echos a similar sentiment, saying  that "Mental health and well-being are deeply interconnected with how we show up in the world, and creating environments where women feel valued and understood is essential. Together, we can create a ripple effect, nurturing ourselves and building thriving, supportive communities." Please join us and listen in as we deepen our knowledge and empower ourselves with education.   Rebecca Jankowski, L.Ac, MSOM, FABORM Rebecca Jankowski has been practicing Acupuncture for nearly 20 years, and is a board-certified women's health acupuncturist. While she has specialized training in women's health and fertility, her approach extends to anyone seeking greater wellbeing, resilience, and balance in everyday life. In addition to acupuncture, Rebecca is board certified in Chinese herbal medicine and specializes in creating personalized formulas to support whole-body health.   Theresa Kopac, Reiki Practitioner, Wellness Consultant, Doula (Motherhood, Postpartum, and Hysterectomy) Theresa brings years of experience as a postpartum and motherhood doula, with a focus on matrescence—the profound transition of becoming a mother. Her approach blends compassionate listening with tailored resources, empowering you to feel more grounded, resilient, and supported in your unique motherhood path. Supporting women through the intricacies of postpartum and perimenopause is now at the core of her work, as she strives to create space for them to thrive, honor their needs, and reclaim joy. Theresa also brings years of experience in Reiki.   3:01 Matrescence and it's affects on identity and women's health 4:37 Postpartum depletion 5:20 How personal experiences shaped Rebecca and Theresa's work in postpartum and perimenopause – women's health stages often are interwoven 9:34 What the body and mind experience during postpartum through the lens of TCM 12:15 The rewiring of the brain for the new maternal demands 15:19 "There is no bouncing back" – but there is a rebuild 15:58 Traditional Chinese Medicine nourishment for postpartum 20:32 Shifts in identity during Matresence and Perimenopause 22:15 The need for education around perimenopause 24:24 "The Second Spring" – how TCM views perimenopause 25:51 The hormone shifts from child bearing years through menopause 28:11 The secret to change: using your energy not to fight the old but to embrace the new 30:02 What happens when postpartum overlaps with perimenopause – sleep deprivation, adrenal fatigue, anemia, thyroid function and more 35:02 Botanicals and nutrients to nourish the body during postpartum and perimenopause 37:00 Supporting with doula care – the power of a prepared meal and offering space to heal 38:33 Clinical takeaways – meet her where she's at, celebrating the small wins, and educating on diet to support symptoms 39:53 Be willing to ask for support – Interwovxn offers partner guides and resources to educate partners, increasing understanding and awareness 41:07 Seeking Support – find practitioners that can help at interwovxn.com, with additional educational resources like podcasts, newsletters, and social channels

Mini Episode 1 - airs June 9, 2026 The Wholistic Take: Health News and Trends through a Wholistic Lens The Wholistic Take is a podcast series on the Wholistic Matters Podcast. We explore the latest health news and trends from a wholistic health perspective. The Wholistic Take episodes are shorter in length for easier consumption and timely delivery. We track the latest health news and offer wholistic insights for you to use in clinical practice and for personal care. HOST: Dr. Daina Parent, ND GUEST: Betsy Miller, MS, CNS, RH(AHG), DCN-c In this mini episode, Dr. Daina Parent and Betsy Miller discuss the recent renaming of the condition formerly known as PCOS, know renamed PMOS. They cover what this name change means, why it's important and how it will affect women's healthcare going forward. Parent and Miller emphasize the importance of a holistic approach in managing PMOS symptoms, including lab testing, diet, herbs, nutrients, and lifestyle. Betsy Miller, MS, CNS, RH(AHG), DCN-c is a clinical herbalist and certified nutrition specialist with a passion for women's health, evidence-based medicine and patient-centered care. Over the past 15 years she has devoted herself to building a clinical practice, cultivating critical research skills and teaching herbal medicine at the graduate level. She is the Clinical Product Support Manager at Standard Process and contributes digital education content for the Wholistic Matters website. Podcast Summary 1:35 PCOS is now PMOS – why is this news? 2:55 How the new name will help woman receive the proper diagnosis 4:33 LH:FSH Ratio – when and how to test for these 5:24 Supporting symptoms of PMOS including insulin resistance, ovulation, and hyperandrogenism 6:48 Lab testing, nutrients and herbs for blood sugar regulation 9:57 Menstrual Irregularities – individualized approach paired with labs, nutrients and herbs 14:11 Supporting hyperandrogenism and hirtuism 15:19 How to support fertility challenges 17:24 Diet and lifestyle recommendations for managing PMOS

HOST: Dr. Sarah Clarke, DC, IFMCP GUEST: Mimi Hernandez, MS, RH (AHG) Dr. Sarah Clarke and Mimi Hernandez discuss the trending gut-first approach in holistic pediatric care. Mimi emphasizes the critical window in childhood to tend to the terrain, or landscape, of the microbiome which builds a foundational layer of health that is carried into adulthood. They discuss common childhood concerns such as eczema, respiratory conditions, diarrhea, constipation, and more. Mimi highlights clinical studies that show promising results to mitigate or resolve many of these conditions with the use of children's synbiotics, which include fiber, prebiotics, and probiotics that help a child's gut microbiome flourish. Mimi Prunella Hernandez is a clinical herbalist with a passion for research-based applications and experience in the natural product industry. She has educated students and medical practitioners in herbal medicine through various platforms, integrating traditional knowledge with scientific insights. She is currently an Herbal Therapy Liaison and clinical educator for Standard Process. She is the author of the National Geographic Herbal and coauthor of the National Geographic Backyard Guide to Edible Wild Plants. PODCAST SUMMARY 2:00 A gut-first approach to children's gut health 3:00 Tending to the microbiome – prebiotic inulin and fermented foods 4:40 Metaphor from an herbalist's perspective: Tending to the flora in the landscape of the microbiome 5:27 The state of the terrain, or landscape, of children's microbiomes today – how children's gut health is affected by their environments 6:58 How parents can support the terrain of their children's microbiome – the gut-brain connection 9:00 The importance of fiber to the gut landscape – types and diversity 10:39 Critical window of development in childhood to develop a healthy microbiome 12:17 Beta-glucans that feed gut microbes – found in mushrooms and ancient oat varieties 13:40 How polyphenols found in colorful foods encourage the microbiome to develop 15:25 Constipation in children – fiber is not the whole story: soluable vs insoluable fibers, the gut-brain connection, dysbiosis and more 18:56 Lack of biodiversity in microbiome due to low fiber and how it contributes to constipation 19:36 Short-chain fatty acids, or microbial metabolites – signals that communicate with the nervous and immune systems 23:40 Connection between skin conditions and the microbiome 26:52 Bifidobacterium lactis – will thrive when given the right fiber 27:30 Benefits of children's synbiotic combinations 30:12 Early antibiotic use and the impact on microbiome health 31:20 Sacromyceses boulardi – probiotic yeast that has benefits post-antibiotic use 33:58 Best forms of children's synbiotic supplements – are probiotic gummies really effective? 35:05 Using clinically studied microbes in pediatric research 39:25 Supplementing with fibers in children's synbiotic blends to help bridge the fiber gap in children's diets 40:43 Setting a strong foundation in childhood for optimal health into adulthood with microbiome support

HOST: Dr. Daina Parent, ND GUEST: Sarah Thompson, Dpl.OM, L.Ac., CFMP, and Birth Doula Sarah Thompson brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective on preparing for motherhood and maternal care. Host Dr. Daina Parent, ND and Sarah Thompson, Dpl.OM, L.Ac., CFMP, and Birth Doula, engage in an important conversation around the need for improved care for the mother in preconception, fertility and pregnancy. They discuss how whole food nutrition, lifestyle, functional lab testing and interpretation, and collaborative care can significantly improve pregnancy outcomes for mom and baby. Throughout the episode Sarah offers clinical pearls on how to improve diets of pregnant patients and influencing positive lifestyle changes. Sarah Thompson is the author of Functional Maternity - Using Functional Medicine and Nutrition to Improve Pregnancy and Childbirth Outcomes and Beyond Results – A Practitioner's Guidebook to Functional Lab Analysis in Pregnancy. She is a certified functional medicine practitioner, licensed acupuncturist, board-certified herbalist, birth doula, and educator with a passion for pregnancy care. She is a leader in the practice and education of maternity functional medicine. Sarah combines evidence-based research in prenatal and maternity nutrition with functional medicine and nutrition principles. Sarah's clinical experience spans nearly 20 years. Highlights of the episode include: Foods for preconception – antioxidants from colorful whole food fruits and vegetables, omega-3s, and more The Whole Food Matrix – benefits of consuming vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients in a whole food form Functional approach to interpreting labs during pregnancy   Podcast Summary 2:15 Discovering the passion for functional maternity care 5:32 Inspiring birth stories and navigating fear around childbirth 6:52 Opportunities for growth and improvement in conventional model of pregnancy care 8:06 "Prenatal care is the care of the baby. Maternity care is the care of the mother. We have lost the care of mothers through the care of pregnancy." 9:00 How nutrition and lifestyle affects mother and baby 13:07 Preconception preparation – preparing the body for pregnancy 18:34 Foods for preconception – antioxidants from colorful whole food fruits and vegetables (polyphenols, flavonoids, anthocyanins, and others), omega-3s, and more 22:54 Oxidative Stress Defined 25:22 The Whole Food Matrix – benefits of consuming vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients in a whole food form 28:09 Managing cravings for unhealthy foods during pregnancy and balancing with nutrient dense foods 30:04 "How do I make what you're doing work better for you?" - individualized nutritional support 33:04 Simple ways to add polyphenols to meals 36:19 Elevating everyday recipes to increase nutrient density and phytonutrient content 39:42 An individualized approach to herbs in pregnancy 42:52 Functional Medicine approach to common issues in pregnancy 49:43 The interconnectedness of systems and functions of the body in pregnancy 50:59 Modifiable lifestyle factors to improve pregnancy complications 53:47 Functional approach to interpreting labs during pregnancy 1:04:00 Collaboration in Care – it takes a village of practitioners working together to deliver holistic pregnancy care 1:06:00 Advice to practitioners and patients: importance of individualized maternal care and focusing on aspects of pregnancy and birth we can control

Supporting Mental Health with Detoxification, Nutrition and Chiropractic Care How chiropractic care, nutrition support, strategic supplementation and testing can mitigate the affects of toxins on brain, spine, and nervous system health HOST: Dr. Sarah Clarke, DC, IFMCP GUEST: Dr. Sarah Kotlerman, BS, DC, NTP Drs. Sarah Clarke, DC, IFMCP and Sarah Kotlerman, BS, DC, NTP discuss how toxic burden can affect every aspect of health, especially the brain and nervous system. They discuss the most prevalent mental health conditions and clinical strategies to find balance naturally. Dr. Kotlerman shares case studies and clinical experiences that highlight how whole food nutrition, strategic supplementation, testing and chiropractic care can help patients detox to aide in recovery from conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, migraines, and seizures, as well as fertility issues, childhood diseases, and other chronic illnesses. Through her work at Averio Health Institute, Dr. Kotlerman has specialized in the non-surgical regeneration of spinal ligament instability, advanced toxicity removal through chiropractic care and overall improvement of spinal alignment and motion.  Dr. Kotlerman has published fifteen international case studies on the regenerative outcomes and results of concentrated chiropractic care using Averio Health Institute methods, as well as authored multiple books, co-starred in a documentary: Health For Our Future, spoken on multiple radio shows, podcasts, national TV interviews and regularly teaches and speaks at various conferences annually.    SHOW NOTES 2:24 Concentrated chiropractic care paired with nutrition support, testing and education 7:45 Inspiration for bringing back the concept of the chiropractic hospital 10:24 Detoxification and chiropractic care paired with strategic supplementation 15:11 The affect of toxins on fertility and childhood diseases – the risk of BPAs, polyester and other plastics 19:29 The affects of toxins on the nervous system 25:18 Toxic burden and the connection to ADHD, Depression and other mental health conditions – using chiropractic care, detoxification and supplementation to address mental health 32:35 Causes of damaged cervical spine - connected to stress and toxins as well as physical injury 33:56 Alignment Issues: reduced circumference of arteries in neck create higher risk for Dementia and Alzheimer's (loss of normal blood flow to the brain) 37:01 The Three T's – Trauma, Thoughts and Toxins 37:33 The connection between toxicity and seizures and migraines 40:56 Nutrition and whole food supplementation to aid in detoxification 44:25 Root causes and protocols for anxiety   Dr. Kotlerman is a speaker at Cultivate Boston April 30-May 2. Register for an in-person or virtual experience.

In this deeply important conversation, Dr. Daina Parent, ND sits down with Dr. Jannine Krause, ND, acupuncturist, and host of The Health Fix Podcast, to explore practitioner burnout and practical strategies for restoring balance. Dr. Jannine shares her personal journey through burnout in her own clinical practice—what led to it, how she recognized it, and the steps she took to heal and thrive again. This episode offers actionable tools and empowering insights to help practitioners protect their energy, restore nervous system balance, and create sustainable clinical careers. Episode Highlights 1:52 – Dr. Jannine's personal journey with practitioner burnout 5:25 – The Physician Heal Thyself course: why filling your own cup comes first 7:30 – Practical tips for establishing healthy energetic boundaries 11:45 – Simple nervous system regulation strategies  for before, during, and between patient sessions 14:38 – Exercises to tone and strengthen the parasympathetic nervous system 21:21 – The significance of Heart Rate Variability (HRV) 23:06 – Epigenetic testing and biological age: connections to nervous system regulation 25:24 – Daily survival patterns and the power of thought 29:30 – How nutrition and herbs influence nervous system resilience 35:03 – Herbal support for peri- and menopause 35:20 – The role of cleansing and detoxification in resetting the nervous system 38:25 – The most important element of a foundational diet: eating close to nature 40:25 – How homegrown food impacts how we feel in our bodies 43:25 – Self-care advice for practitioners To learn more about Dr. Jannine Krause and her work, listen to The Health Fix Podcast and visit her website at doctorkrausend.com.

Do you know the best day to start a detoxification program in January? (HINT: It's not January 1st!) Dr. Kim Besuden, DC, CFMP shares her tips and tricks for running successful individual and group purification programs in her practice, including best days to start, what support to offer as a practitioner, and suggestions for community support opportunities. Dr. Sarah Clarke, DC, IFMCP, host of this episode, asks Dr. Besuden what clinical signs she identifies to determine if a patient needs to detox, and how to establish healthy eating habits after the progam has finished. She shares ways to establish yourself as a nutrition leader in your community and ways she supports other practitioners in growing their practices. SHOW SUMMARY 3:00 Detoxification program done by staff gives optimal support for patients 4:18 Appropriate timing for detox program after holidays is crucial for success 5:20 Single best way to reach out to your community and guide them through the process 6:45 Community support helps patients get through a detox program, virtually and in person 9:40 Celebrate the holidays guilt free and without withholding, it's the amount and quality to be mindful of 10:42 5-day flash detoxes throughout the year around holidays 12:38 Advice for patients that want to continue exercising during a detox program 14:43 Clinical signs that a patient could benefit from a detox program 16:33 Adopting new healthy habits after completing a detox program 17:20 The caffeine dilemma – when to take a break and how much to drink for optimal health benefits 19:20 Top 2 improvements patients report after completing a detox program 20:00 How detox programs support liver health 21:50 Detox programs for the whole family – teaching children life long healthy habits 24:00 Food, Movement, Blood Sugar Balance, and Sleep – tools for monitoring sleep, blood sugar and more to understand each person's biomarkers 29:34 Detoxing in community helps with compliance and offers a significant learning opportunity 30:50 I made it through the detox!… what's next? 33:40 Clinical success stories - lab markers that indicate the need for a detoxification program 39:50 Choosing your hard and meeting patients where they're at 44:10 Benefits of using an OTC CGM to learn about blood sugar regulation 45:36 Best way to establish yourself a leader in your community on nutrition 46:26 Dr. Besudan as a resource for other practitioners

Dr. Sarah Clarke, DC, IFMCP, and Dave Hogsed, DOM, AP,  discuss traditional and cultural trends around the consumption of organ meats, and the nutritional value these foods offer. They cover nutrients found various organ meats and how they can either be eaten or taken in supplement form. Dave shares clinical success stories, including his own personal experience, using organ meat glandular therapy. He explains how various organ and glandular meats can support immune function, cardiovascular health, nervous system health, cognitive function, bone health, and more. David Hogsed, DOM, AP, is in full time practice at the Natural Healthcare Professionals clinic in Fort Myers, Florida. His practice specializes in providing effective nutritional support for endocrine, digestion, musculoskeletal, nervous system, and immune system health. David has been a clinical consultant and speaker for Standard Process since 2003. His seminars are best known for simplifying clinical nutrition, herbal medicine, laboratory tests, and patient education. David has taught post-graduate programs through Texas Chiropractic College, Logan Chiropractic College, the University of Miami-Miller School of Medicine, Palmer Chiropractic College, Life University, and Northwestern Chiropractic College. He is a regular speaker for the Florida Chiropractic Association, and Palmer Chiropractic College homecoming. SHOW SUMMARY 2:40 Dave's first personal success story with organ meat glandular therapy 5:15 Clinical results from combining organ meat supplements with herbal and nutritional support 7:06 Organ Meats: the forgotten superfoods – historical consumption around the world 8:50 Traditional Chinese Medicine – consumption of organ would support that organ 9:48 Liver: the most nutrient dense organ meat 12:04 Returning popularity of other traditional foods – raw sauerkraut, bone broths, cod liver oil, and more 12:46 Foods essential for health – "you must take it (as a supplement) or eat it" 14:00 Tips for incorporating liver into your diet 15:03 Key benefits of bone broth and bone extracts 16:53 Animals instinctively know the health benefits of organ meats 18:06 The consumption of heart for cardiovascular health 21:30 Combating the effects of stress with organ meats: liver and adrenal glandular extract 23:30 Studies are now finding additional nutritional benefits in organ meats – mRNA 24:21 Nutritional difference between skeletal muscle meat vs. organ meat 27:24 Studies and historical evidence of health benefits of organ meats 28:17 Liver: the ultimate multivitamin 31:00 Organ meats for immune support – thymus extract 32:40 Historical consumption of brain around the world for cognitive health 34:49 Testicular and ovarian extracts for hormone regulation 35:40 The importance of thymus extracts in young children and with aging populations 36:46 Liver is the king of organ meats

Why is it that women experience stress more intensely than men? Drs. Daina Parent and Annette Schippel discuss the connection between women's hormones and the effects of stress on the female body. Dr. Schippel shares her personal and professional experience navigating the stages of a woman's reproductive journey and how endocrine health plays a significant role in hormone balance. Drs. Parent and Schipple emphasize the importance of working with qualified healthcare providers trained in herbal medicine in order to find the right herbs for each person and symptom picture. Dr. Schippel offers invaluable clinical tools and takeaways to create a strong foundation for any woman to navigate stress management and optimal wellness with nutrition, herbs, lifestyle and more. Dr. Annette Schippel is a chiropractor and a graduate of Logan College of Chiropractic, she brings over 25 years of experience to her work. She owns two thriving family practices that focus on pediatrics, women's health, and clinical nutrition, and she regularly sees patients from across the United States and around the world. Known for her expertise in functional medicine and endocrinology, Dr. Schippel has become a respected educator, author, and speaker. She has written and co-authored numerous clinician manuals and lectures domestically and internationally on topics in nutrition and functional endocrinology.  She has had the privilege of visiting Medi-Herb in Australia for 3 years to receive advanced training in phytotherapy.  She also had the honor to speak on alternative approaches to Metabolic Syndrome at the 2014 International Health Management Forum in Bejing China. Show Summary 2:24 Female hormones and stress sensitivity 4:00 The HPA Axis and the stress response 5:35 The thyroid adrenal connection 7:57 Cortisol, DHEA and the adrenal cortex 9:15 Prolactin, dopamine and high prevalence of autoimmunity in women 11:30 Key differences in male and female hormones: estradiol, testosterone, and DHEA 15:27 Peri- and menopausal hormone shifts 16:33 Adrenal burnout and perimenopause: the resiliency of the stress response affects hormone balance 21:13 Clinical strategies for adrenal support to mitigate perimenopausal symptoms – diet, exercise, sleep, digestion, and mental health 25:42 Herbs for adrenal support and endocrine balance – rehmania, ashwagandha, chaste tree, schizandra and more 29:33 How herbs modulate and synergize with hormones 30:02 Social media trends – perspectives on ashwagandha 33:06 Why guidance from a healthcare provider with herbal knowledge matters – finding the right herbs for each person 35:35 Choosing the right herb – how patient health history and symptom picture inform herbal selection 44:39 Using blood chemistry to inform patient protocols 45:55 Personalizing herbal protocols for different stages of the lifespan 48:38 Nutrients and herbs for libido and vaginal dryness and how adrenal resilience plays a role in these symptoms 50:32 Circulation, sexual health, and blood-flow support 52:53 Improving vasodilation through nitric oxide; whole foods and herbs that support circulation (beets, mountain spinach, red algae, and more) 54:45 Herbs as modulators – herbs won't increase or decrease hormones too much 55:16 The truth about wild yam creams 58:54 The practitioner-patient journey - navigating better health together 1:01:51 Key clinical takeaway for supporting women's health and stress management – how to build a good foundation and never lose sight of what you're trying to build

Dr. Daina Parent, ND sits down with Dr. Karma James-Dulin to discuss managing blood sugar with a diet that includes complete proteins and important fibers. Dr. James-Dulin shares her personal journey with managing her own blood sugar during pregnancy, and her passion for developing foods that are healthy and taste great. Drs. Daina and Karma discuss a small clinical study that confirms the ability of complete plant-based proteins to balance blood sugar, and how ancient varieties of seeds provide higher protein and lower carbohydrates. They wrap the episode with clinical takeaways to help patients navigate the many high protein options in the marketplace. Dr. Karma James-Dulin is a food scientist with over 9 years of experience in the food and dietary supplements industry. She has a bachelor's degree in chemistry from Grambling State University and completed her Ph.D. in food science at Penn State University, where she investigated the effects of green tea on the liver. Dr. James-Dulin is passionate about food, flavor and nutrition, believing that healthy food should taste good. She enjoys cooking, dancing and spending time with family. She is currently a product development manager at Standard Process, Inc, having joined the company to establish the Food Science Team and Lab. In this capacity she oversees many aspects of the development of products from ideation, formulation and prototype development through to commercialization. During her tenure at Standard Process, Inc, she has led the development of serval products, most notably a one-of-a-kind nutrition bar for an adventure athlete on his quest to cross Antarctica. Additionally, she has led the development of the company's first food line comprising of protein powders and whole food nutrition bars.   Blood Sugar Regulation 3:03 Dr. James-Dulin's personal connection to blood sugar management 4:51 Insulin resistance state in pregnancy 5:20 Why proteins and fats fare important for blood sugar regulation 7:02 Dressing up your carbs with proteins and fats 7:44 Developing a high-quality protein blend 11:08 Animal protein versus plant-based protein 12:58 Significance of ancient oats – phytonutrient and macronutrient profile 14:59 Nutrition in ancient seeds versus modern varieties 15:49 Ways to consume protein blends 16:36 Resistance starch fiber's ability to slow blood glucose release 17:12 Golden chlorella as a vegetarian source of B12, plant-based folate and protein 18:07 Small clinical study measures success of protein blend to minimize glucose spikes 20:02 Dr. James-Dulin's passion for Food Science and her focus on nutrition and flavor 22:35 Advice for practitioners to help patients find products to balance blood sugar levels 23:56 Types of fibers and how they affect blood sugar regulation 25:55 Complete protein blend plus fiber gives optimal blood sugar regulation

Dr. Sarah Clarke, DC, IFMCP, and Mimi Hernandez, MS, RH (AHG) take us on a tour of red superfood phytonutrients found in beets, algae, and mountain spinach. They discuss the far reaching benefits of betacyanins, nitrates, electrolytes and more. Learn how each of these phytonutrients impacts overall health and vitality, including increased energy and endurance, as well as cardiometabolic, eye, skin, and muscle health. Mimi also explains the fascinating concept of xenohormesis and how wild-crafted and organically-grown plants contain a higher phytonutrient content, and why that matters. Mimi Prunella Hernandez is a clinical herbalist with a passion for research-based applications and experience in the natural product industry. She has educated students and medical practitioners in herbal medicine through various platforms, integrating traditional knowledge with scientific insights. She is currently an Herbal Therapy Liaison and clinical educator for Standard Process. She is the author of the National Geographic Herbal and coauthor of the National Geographic Backyard Guide to Edible Wild Plants. Highlights of the episode include: Mimi's experience of visiting the mountain spinach field at the Standard Process Organic Farm Red beets – there's more to beets than just nitrates Synergy of mountain spinach and beets: connection to exercise endurance and recovery Astaxanthin – a green algae turns red when stressed Mimi as speaker at the Whole Systems Nutrition Symposium on October 24th – addressing soil health and modern nutrition challenges Podcast Summary 2:23 Mimi's experience of visiting the mountain spinach field at the Standard Process Organic Farm 6:54 Betacyanins found in mountain spinach, prickly pear fruit, dragon fruit, and beets 9:39 Mimi's passion for connecting tradition with science 10:25 Mountain spinach was one of the first cultivated leafy greens, an ancient staple crop 13:18 Differences between spinach and red mountain spinach; electrolyte and mineral content, including chromium 15:26 Protein content in mountain spinach 16:30 Red beets – there's more to beets than just nitrates 18:25 The significance of betalains and their influence on endurance and rehabilitation 19:39 Beets for postmenopausal women 20:30 Synergy of mountain spinach and beets: connection to exercise endurance and recovery 23:20 Whole beets grown to optimize nutrient density to create a low glycemic food 25:25 Optimal cardiometabolic health – an important study, and helpful tools to maintain healthy habits 31:20 Study on astaxanthin and it's affects on endurance and physical activity 33:24 Astaxanthin: the red advantage over the blue screen, relief for digital eye strain 36:53 Xenohormesis – wild-harvested and organically-grown plants that struggle more produce higher amounts of phytochemicals, therefore offer more benefits to those who consume them 39:35 Astaxanthin – a green algae turns red when stressed 42:54 When we consume astaxanthin, we may inherit the survival signals from this phytochemical that benefits salmon, algae and more 43:14 Astaxanthin trending antioxidant for skin health 48:05 The synergy of red foods like beets, astaxanthin, and mountain spinach for cardiometabolic, eye, skin and muscle health 49:40 Astaxanthin and it's affect on blood sugar management 52:00 Adding life to our years: Red food phytochemicals help to improve quality of life on all levels, including increased energy, endurance, and overall vitality. Mimi Hernandez, MS, RH (AHG) as speaker at Whole Systems Symposium Virtual Symposium on October 24th