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Can you trust the health data on your finger or the claims printed on your food? In Episode 302 of the Now + Then Podcast, Dr. Bart Precourt and Callie Michaelis examine an Oura Ring lawsuit questioning whether wearable devices can accurately measure stress, explore what changing menopause hormone warnings may mean for women, and investigate the growing world of lab-grown meat and animal-free whey protein. They also discuss why health scores can create unnecessary anxiety, how women can have better conversations about hormone therapy, what consumers should look for on food labels, and why understanding the source of your nutrition matters. WHO IS THIS EPISODE FOR? ● Anyone relying on an Oura Ring or wearable to monitor sleep, stress, and recovery ● Women navigating perimenopause, menopause, or hormone therapy ● Consumers concerned about lab-grown meat and animal-free protein ● People confused by organic, natural, and health-focused food labels ● Anyone who wants to make more informed health decisions TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - 02:40 – Oura Ring, Hormone Therapy, Lab-Grown Meat & Iron Deficiency 02:40 - 05:37 – Is the Oura Ring Measuring Something It Can't Prove? 05:37 - 08:05 – When Health Scores Create Stress and Anxiety 08:05 - 12:00 – How to Use Wearable Data Without Letting It Control You 12:00 - 14:44 – Why the FDA Changed Its Menopause Hormone Warning 14:44 - 17:40 – Hormone Therapy, Breast Cancer Fears & Conflicting Advice 17:40 - 20:43 – Who May Benefit From Menopause Hormone Therapy? 20:43 - 23:56 – Timing, Symptoms & Questions Women Should Ask 23:56 - 27:58 – What Is Lab-Grown Meat—and How Is It Made? 27:58 - 29:58 – Animal-Free Whey, Food Labels & What Consumers Should Know WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ● Why wearable stress and recovery scores may not tell the whole story ● How constant health tracking can affect your mindset and daily decisions ● What changing menopause hormone warnings may mean for women ● How lab-grown meat and animal-free whey protein are produced ● Which food-labeling terms deserve a closer look before you buy Disclaimer: This podcast is for education and general awareness only. It is not medical advice and should not replace care from a qualified healthcare professional. Do not stop medication or change your treatment plan without speaking with the prescribing provider. FOLLOW US Dr. Bart Precourt https://www.instagram.com/drbartprecourt/ Callie Michaelis https://www.instagram.com/callieamichaelis/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Balance30A Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balance30a/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DrBartPrecourt WANT TO GO FURTHER? Schedule a health consultation with us at Balance Health Studio: https://momence.com/appointments/appointment-reservation/70712?boardId=76851 #OuraRing #WearableTechnology #MenopauseHealth #HormoneTherapy #LabGrownMeat #CultivatedMeat #WheyProtein #FoodLabels #WomensHealth #HealthPodcast #DrBartPrecourt #Balance30A

What if ultra-processed food is affecting more than your weight? In Episode 301 of the Now + Then Podcast, Dr. Bart Precourt and Callie Michaelis explore emerging research on how ultra-processed foods may influence attention, focus, mood, cognition, and brain health, even in people who appear healthy and lean. They also examine the connection between the gut microbiome and the autistic brain, what may deplete beneficial bacteria, and why rebuilding gut health requires more than simply taking a probiotic. The conversation expands into commonly misunderstood health topics, including sunlight exposure, yoga and Pilates for longevity, controversial vaccine research, and the potential benefits of creatine for muscles, energy, mood, and cognitive health. WHO IS THIS EPISODE FOR? ● Parents concerned about processed foods and childhood brain health ● Anyone struggling with poor focus, low motivation, or brain fog ● People interested in the connection between gut and brain health ● Adults looking for practical ways to support longevity ● Anyone curious about sunlight, creatine, and emerging health research TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - 02:03 – Welcome to Episode 301 and Today's Health Topics 02:03 - 11:51 – What Ultra-Processed Food May Be Doing to Your Brain 11:52 - 21:30 – Autism, Beneficial Bacteria and the Gut-Brain Connection 21:36 - 31:25 – Is Avoiding the Sun More Dangerous Than We Think? 31:25 - 41:14 – Can Yoga and Pilates Help You Live Longer? 41:15 - 52:42 – Examining the Vaccinated vs. Unvaccinated Analysis 52:43 - 55:15 – Why Creatine Is No Longer Just for Bodybuilders 55:15 - 58:46 – Creatine, Cellular Energy and Cognitive Health 58:46 - 1:00:19 – How Much Creatine Should You Take? 1:00:19 - 1:04:41 – Creatine Marketing Claims, Forms and a Morning Routine WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ● How ultra-processed foods may affect focus, mood, cognition, and brain health ● Why gut bacteria may influence immune signaling and the brain ● What may deplete beneficial bacteria and why gut restoration takes time ● What research suggests about sunlight, yoga, Pilates, and longevity ● Why creatine may support muscles, energy, mood, and cognitive function Disclaimer: This podcast is for education and general awareness only. It is not medical advice and should not replace guidance from a qualified healthcare professional. Discussions involving autism, vaccines, supplements, sunlight, and gut health include emerging or debated research. Association does not prove causation. Speak with an appropriate licensed healthcare professional before changing medications, vaccinations, supplements, sun-protection practices, or a child's care plan. FOLLOW US Dr. Bart Precourt https://www.instagram.com/drbartprecourt/ Callie Michaelis https://www.instagram.com/callieamichaelis/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Balance30A Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balance30a/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DrBartPrecourt WANT TO GO FURTHER? Schedule a health consultation with Balance Health Studio: https://momence.com/appointments/appointment-reservation/70712?boardId=76851 #UltraProcessedFoods #BrainHealth #GutHealth #GutBrainConnection #AutismResearch #Focus #Sunlight #Yoga #Pilates #Creatine #Longevity #NowAndThenPodcast #DrBartPrecourt #Balance30A

What if your sleep problem is being treated the wrong way? In Episode 300 of the Now + Then Podcast, Dr. Bart Precourt and Callie Michaelis examine why insomnia may require more than a sleeping pill and how stress, nervous-system regulation, caffeine, alcohol, blood sugar, and daily habits may affect your ability to fall asleep and stay asleep. They also explore what a swallowable camera reveals about whole foods versus ultra-processed foods inside the digestive system, why counting calories does not tell the complete health story, and how food quality influences digestion, metabolism, and long-term health. WHO IS THIS EPISODE FOR? ●Anyone struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep ●People relying on sleep aids without addressing the possible root cause ●Anyone confused about calories, food quality, and weight loss ●People concerned about ultra-processed foods and digestive health ●Anyone interested in social wellness, mindset, and the mind-body connection TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Welcome to Episode 300 03:35 – Is Insomnia Being Treated the Wrong Way? 05:16 – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy vs. Sleeping Pills 07:03 – Falling Asleep, Staying Asleep or Waking Up Tired? 09:56 – Magnesium, Stress and the Nervous System 13:30 – Practical Habits That May Improve Your Sleep 19:22 – What a Swallowable Camera Reveals About Processed Food 29:59 – Does Calories In, Calories Out Tell the Whole Story? 44:17 – Why Run Clubs Are Becoming the New Nightclubs 54:29 – Can Your Mindset Change How Your Body Responds? WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ●Why identifying your specific sleep problem matters before choosing a solution ●How stress, caffeine, alcohol, blood sugar, magnesium, and routines may affect sleep ●What happens when whole and ultra-processed foods move through the digestive system ●Why equal calorie counts do not necessarily produce equal health outcomes ●How community, expectations, and mindset may influence your health behaviors Disclaimer: This podcast is for education and general awareness only. It is not medical advice and should not replace care from a qualified healthcare professional. Do not stop medication, begin supplements, or change your treatment plan without speaking with the appropriate healthcare provider. FOLLOW US Dr. Bart Precourt https://www.instagram.com/drbartprecourt/ Callie Michaelis https://www.instagram.com/callieamichaelis/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Balance30A Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balance30a/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DrBartPrecourt WANT TO GO FURTHER? Schedule a health consultation with Balance Health Studio: https://momence.com/appointments/appointment-reservation/70712?boardId=76851 #Insomnia #SleepHealth #ProcessedFoods #GutHealth #WeightLoss #CalorieCounting #MetabolicHealth #MindBodyConnection #HealthyHabits #NowAndThenPodcast #DrBartPrecourt #Balance30A

Marijuana is legal in more places and more potent than ever. But what could frequent THC use be doing to a young, developing brain? In Episode 299 of the Now + Then Podcast, Dr. Bart Precourt and Callie Michaelis examine emerging research into marijuana, brain circulation, memory, motivation, and mental health, particularly among adolescents and adults under 25. They also investigate the viral claims surrounding BPC-157, also called "Wolverine in a vial," and discuss its potential applications, limited human evidence, sourcing concerns, and why peptide therapy should be personalized and professionally supervised. The conversation then turns to testimony shared during a Senate roundtable about COVID hospital protocols, patient advocacy, medical trust, and the lessons healthcare must carry forward. They also discuss whether fear surrounding artificial intelligence resembles earlier fear-driven narratives, how coffee may influence mood through the gut-brain connection, what scented cleaning products could release into indoor air, and why healthy blood sugar should be flexible—not necessarily perfectly flat. WHO IS THIS EPISODE FOR? ●Parents concerned about marijuana use and the developing brain ●Anyone curious about BPC-157, peptides, and recovery claims ●People interested in patient advocacy and lessons from COVID-era healthcare ●Coffee drinkers curious about gut health, mood, and mental wellness ●Anyone using a continuous glucose monitor or reducing toxins at home TIMESTAMPS 00:09 – Welcome to Episode 299 02:21 – What Is Marijuana Doing to the Young Brain? 05:26 – THC, Memory, Blood Flow and Brain Development 13:20 – Is BPC-157 a Breakthrough or Biohacking Hype? 21:49 – The COVID Hospital Protocols Senate Roundtable 28:54 – Medical Trust, Personalization and Patient Advocacy 32:36 – Is Fear Around Artificial Intelligence Being Overhyped? 37:27 – Coffee, Mood and the Gut-Brain Connection 42:29 – Are Scented Cleaning Products Affecting Your Lungs? 47:53 – Should Healthy Blood Sugar Stay Perfectly Flat? WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ●Why frequent, high-potency marijuana use may deserve greater caution in younger people ●How THC may affect memory, motivation, mood, and brain development ●What BPC-157 is and why sourcing, dosage, and supervision matter ●Why patients need the freedom to ask questions and seek personalized care ●How coffee may interact with mood through the gut microbiome ●Why scented household products may affect indoor air quality ●What blood sugar variability and metabolic flexibility actually mean Disclaimer: This podcast is for education and general awareness only. It is not medical advice and should not replace care from a qualified healthcare professional. Research discussed may be preliminary, observational, disputed, or incomplete. BPC-157 is not approved by the FDA for human therapeutic use. Do not purchase injectable products from unverified sources or change medications, supplements, or treatments without consulting an appropriate licensed provider. FOLLOW US Dr. Bart Precourt https://www.instagram.com/drbartprecourt/ Callie Michaelis https://www.instagram.com/callieamichaelis/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Balance30A Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balance30a/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DrBartPrecourt WANT TO GO FURTHER? Schedule a whole-person health consultation with Balance Health Studio: https://momence.com/appointments/appointment-reservation/70712?boardId=76851 #MarijuanaEffects #BrainHealth #BPC157 #PeptideTherapy #PatientAdvocacy #GutBrainConnection #ToxicCleaningProducts #BloodSugar #MetabolicHealth #HealthPodcast #DrBartPrecourt #Balance30A

What if some of the health advice women receive after menopause is based on an outdated belief? In this Episode of Now + Then Podcast, Dr. Bart Precourt and Callie Michaelis challenge the idea that a woman's body stops responding to exercise after menopause. They discuss how aerobic exercise may support cardiovascular health, cholesterol, mood, and endurance and why the best fitness plan should combine strength, mobility, and stamina. They also explore emerging research into lead stored in the bones and its association with dementia risk, why a "normal" thyroid result may not reveal the complete picture, and what brain-imaging research may help explain about long COVID fatigue and brain fog. Finally, they unpack why cold and flu season may also be "sugar, stress, and alcohol season" and what you can do to support your immune system before symptoms begin. WHO IS THIS EPISODE FOR? ●Women navigating perimenopause or menopause ●Anyone experiencing fatigue, brain fog, weight changes, or cold intolerance ●People concerned about thyroid health, Hashimoto's, or incomplete testing ●Anyone experiencing ongoing symptoms after COVID or another viral infection ●People who want to strengthen their immune foundations before cold and flu season TIMESTAMPS 00:09 – Welcome to Health Hub Episode 10 02:46 – Does Exercise Still Work After Menopause? 05:17 – Strength, Mobility and Endurance After Menopause 09:56 – Could Lead Be Stored in Your Bones? 16:53 – The Thyroid Problem Women May Be Missing 22:43 – Thyroid Disease vs. Thyroid Autoimmunity 28:02 – Is Long COVID Brain Fog More Than Stress? 35:46 – Cold and Flu Season—or Sugar and Stress Season? 41:39 – What to Do When You Feel Symptoms Starting 47:30 – Final Takeaways and Personalized Health Support WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ●Why women can still respond powerfully to exercise after menopause ●How to balance aerobic exercise, strength training, and mobility ●Why environmental exposures from decades ago may still matter ●Why TSH alone may not provide the complete thyroid picture ●How thyroid disease differs from thyroid autoimmunity ●What emerging research suggests about long COVID and brain fog ●How sugar, stress, alcohol, sleep, and nutrition may affect immune resilience Disclaimer: This podcast is for education and general awareness only. It is not medical advice and should not replace care from a qualified healthcare professional. Research discussed may be preliminary or observational and does not prove direct causation. Seek medical care for severe, persistent, or worsening symptoms. Do not stop medication or change your exercise, supplement, or treatment plan without consulting an appropriate licensed provider. FOLLOW US Dr. Bart Precourt https://www.instagram.com/drbartprecourt/ Callie Michaelis https://www.instagram.com/callieamichaelis/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Balance30A Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balance30a/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DrBartPrecourt WANT TO GO FURTHER? Schedule a whole-person health consultation with Balance Health Studio: https://momence.com/appointments/appointment-reservation/70712?boardId=76851 #MenopauseHealth #ThyroidHealth #LongCOVID #BrainFog #DementiaPrevention #ImmuneHealth #WomensHealth #HealthyAging #HealthPodcast #DrBartPrecourt #Balance30A

Does losing weight automatically mean you're becoming healthier? In this episode of the Now + Then Podcast, Dr. Bart Precourt and Callie Michaelis examine some of today's biggest health headlines—including the new weight-loss drug retatrutide, muscle loss during rapid weight loss, fiber maxing, nighttime light exposure, vaccine guidance, ultra-processed foods, and the possible reasons people faint. They explore why the number on the scale should not be the only measure of health, how following fiber trends may aggravate certain digestive problems, and why sleep quality involves much more than getting eight hours.   They also discuss how to evaluate conflicting health recommendations, what separates processed foods from ultra-processed foods, and why fainting should not automatically be dismissed as simple dehydration. WHO IS THIS EPISODE FOR? ●Anyone using or considering GLP-1 weight-loss medications ●People experiencing bloating, constipation, IBS, or digestive discomfort ●Anyone who struggles with sleep or uses screens before bedtime ●Parents confused by changing health and vaccine recommendations ●Anyone who has experienced fainting or unexplained dizziness TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Today's Biggest Health Headlines 04:41 – Can Retatrutide Rival Bariatric Surgery? 09:29 – Does Weight Loss Automatically Equal Better Health? 13:18 – Could Fiber Maxing Make Gut Problems Worse? 20:00 – Is Nighttime Light Affecting Your Sleep and Heart? 29:48 – Conflicting Vaccine Guidance: Who Should You Trust? 36:17 – Processed Food vs. Ultra-Processed Food 44:54 – Why Are More People Fainting? 48:28 – Stress, Dehydration and the Tests to Consider 53:34 – Final Takeaways and Personalized Health   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ●Why weight loss, muscle preservation, and metabolic health must be considered together ●Why rapidly increasing fiber may not be appropriate for every digestive system ●How nighttime light and screen exposure may disrupt sleep and circadian rhythm ●How to approach conflicting health recommendations with informed questions ●Why ultra-processed foods are different from minimally processed whole foods ●Why fainting may involve several overlapping factors—not just dehydration   Disclaimer: This podcast is for education and general awareness only. It is not medical advice and should not replace care from a qualified healthcare professional. Weight-loss medications, vaccines, digestive symptoms, sleep concerns, fainting, and other health conditions should be discussed with an appropriate licensed provider. Seek urgent medical care for fainting during exercise, chest pain, breathing difficulty, severe injury, recurring episodes, or other concerning symptoms. Do not stop medication or change your treatment plan without consulting the prescribing provider.   FOLLOW US Dr. Bart Precourt   / drbartprecourt   Callie Michaelis   / callieamichaelis   Facebook   / balance30a   Instagram   / balance30a   YouTube    / @drbartprecourt     WANT TO GO FURTHER? Schedule a health consultation with us at Balance Health Studio: https://momence.com/appointments/appo...

What if the symptom you desperately want to eliminate isn't the real problem, but your body's way of telling you that something needs attention? In this episode of the Now + Then Podcast, Dr. Bart Precourt explores the concept of innate intelligence: the body's inborn ability to communicate, regulate, protect, and support healing. He examines why symptoms such as fever, coughing, sneezing, reflux, histamine reactions, sleep problems, pain, and inflammation may deserve deeper investigation instead of being viewed only as problems to suppress. Dr. Bart also explains the difference between symptom management and root-cause support, the foundational systems that may influence your health, and the questions you can ask when your body begins sending signals. WHO IS THIS EPISODE FOR? ●Anyone experiencing symptoms that keep returning ●People interested in root-cause and holistic health ●Anyone struggling with sleep, reflux, pain, inflammation, or histamine issues ●People who want to understand their bodies more deeply ●Anyone curious about the difference between managing symptoms and supporting healing TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – What If Your Symptoms Aren't the Real Problem? 01:10 – Understanding Your Body's Innate Intelligence 05:18 – Fever and the Body's Natural Response 07:09 – Why We Cough and Sneeze 12:51 – The Better Question to Ask About Symptoms 13:49 – Five Foundational Areas Behind Your Health 18:08 – Acid Reflux, Digestion and Nutrient Absorption 23:18 – Sleep Problems, Pain and Inflammation 32:27 – Symptom Management vs. Root-Cause Support 40:32 – When to Seek Professional Support WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ●Why symptoms may be signals rather than the root problem ●How innate intelligence influences the body's responses ●Why gut health, the nervous system, immune health, lifestyle, environment, and hormones matter ●The difference between short-term symptom management and root-cause support ●Questions to ask when a new or recurring symptom appears ●Why supporting the body's foundations may help promote long-term wellness Disclaimer: This podcast is for education and general awareness only. It is not medical advice and should not replace care from a qualified healthcare professional. Some symptoms—including severe, persistent, or rapidly worsening symptoms—may require prompt medical evaluation. Do not stop medication or change your treatment plan without speaking with the prescribing provider. FOLLOW US Dr. Bart Precourt https://www.instagram.com/drbartprecourt/ Callie Michaelis https://www.instagram.com/callieamichaelis/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Balance30A Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balance30a/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DrBartPrecourt WANT TO GO FURTHER? Schedule a health consultation with us at Balance Health Studio: https://momence.com/appointments/appointment-reservation/70712?boardId=76851 #RootCauseHealth #HolisticHealth #SymptomManagement #InnateIntelligence #GutHealth #NervousSystemHealth #Inflammation #SleepHealth #NaturalHealing #WellnessPodcast #DrBartPrecourt #Balance30A

Preparing for a baby may start much earlier than you think and it involves both of you. In Episode 295 of the Now + Then Podcast, Dr. Bart Precourt and Callie Michaelis explore how early decisions may influence a child's development, metabolism, nervous system, fertility, food preferences, and long-term health. They discuss the potential role of chiropractic care for babies and children, why both men and women should prepare before trying to conceive, how the first 1,000 days may shape metabolic health, and why childhood sugar exposure can create habits that follow us into adulthood. They also examine whether protein chips and other "functional foods" are genuinely healthy and whether black coffee may offer metabolic and liver-supporting benefits when consumed properly. WHO IS THIS EPISODE FOR? ●Parents curious about chiropractic care for babies and children ●Couples who want to prepare their bodies before trying to conceive ●Parents concerned about sugar, processed foods, and childhood nutrition ●Anyone confused by protein snacks, functional foods, and health claims ●Coffee drinkers who want a healthier relationship with caffeine   TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Welcome to Episode 295 00:29 – Babies, Fertility, Sugar, Food Marketing & Coffee 02:54 – Can Babies and Children Benefit From Chiropractic Care? 04:20 – Infant Colic, Crying, Sleep & the Nervous System 09:43 – What a Gentle Infant Adjustment Looks Like 13:03 – How to Choose the Right Chiropractor for Your Baby 23:21 – Why Preconception Health Is Not Just for Women 23:49 – Male Fertility, Sperm Health & the 90-Day Window 28:28 – Zinc, Toxins, Nutrition & Preparing for Pregnancy 35:57 – A Three-Month Preconception Health Plan 37:17 – Can the First 1,000 Days Shape Lifelong Health? 38:55 – Sugar, Metabolic Programming & Childhood Food Habits 46:55 – Are Functional Foods Actually Healthy? 48:51 – Protein Chips, Health Halos & Reading Food Labels 53:04 – Can Coffee Support Weight Loss and Liver Detox?   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ●How birth and early postural patterns may affect a baby's nervous system ●Why both men and women should prepare at least three months before conception ●How early sugar exposure may influence taste, metabolism, and future habits ●How to identify misleading health claims on processed food packaging ●How coffee quality, timing, ingredients, and caffeine intake affect its benefits Disclaimer: This podcast is for education and general awareness only. It is not medical advice and should not replace care from a qualified healthcare professional. Do not stop medication or change your treatment plan without speaking with the prescribing provider.   FOLLOW US Dr. Bart Precourt https://www.instagram.com/drbartprecourt/ Callie Michaelis https://www.instagram.com/callieamichaelis/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Balance30A Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balance30a/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DrBartPrecourt   WANT TO GO FURTHER? Schedule a health consultation with us at Balance Health Studio: https://momence.com/appointments/appointment-reservation/70712?boardId=76851   #InfantChiropractic #PreconceptionHealth #MaleFertility #ChildhoodNutrition #SugarAddiction #FunctionalFoods #HealthyCoffee #GutHealth #MetabolicHealth #HealthPodcast #DrBartPrecourt #Balance30A

What happens when we stop chasing symptoms and start asking why they are happening? In Episode 294 of the Now and Then Podcast, Dr. Bart Precourt and Callie Michaelis explore how your personal health philosophy can influence the decisions you make about medication, healing, postpartum recovery, inflammation, and alternative therapies. They discuss the growing conversation around deprescribing, why postpartum symptoms may involve more than hormones alone, how science is beginning to examine the healing mechanisms behind acupuncture, and why immediately suppressing inflammation may sometimes interfere with the body's natural repair process. This episode is not about stopping medication or avoiding medical care. It is about asking better questions, reviewing your options with qualified professionals, and becoming a more informed advocate for your health. WHO IS THIS EPISODE FOR? This episode is for anyone who: Takes prescription medications and wants to better understand deprescribing and medication reviews Is experiencing postpartum depression, anxiety, exhaustion, or possible nutrient depletion Is curious about acupuncture and how ancient medicine connects with modern science Frequently uses NSAIDs, anti-inflammatory medications, or steroid injections for pain and injuries Wants to understand the root cause behind symptoms instead of only managing them TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Welcome to Episode 294 & Today's Health Topics 06:29 – Building Your Personal Health Philosophy 10:18 – How the Body Heals: Deficiency, Toxicity & Interference 12:30 – Medication Overload & the Rise of Deprescribing 15:55 – The Prescribing Cascade & Medication Side Effects 20:58 – Postpartum Depression, Anxiety & Recovery 24:55 – Nutrient Deficiencies & Postpartum Symptoms 28:20 – Supporting the Body During & After Pregnancy 35:56 – Acupuncture: Has Ancient Medicine Been Right All Along? 38:50 – The Science Behind Acupuncture & Tissue Repair 43:45 – Acupuncture for Stress, Fertility, Pain & Nervous System Health 46:23 – Anti-Inflammatory Medications, NSAIDs & Healing 52:35 – Steroid Injections & Long-Term Recovery 61:30 – What Are Your Symptoms Really Telling You? 66:51 – Final Takeaways: Ask Better Questions About Your Health WHAT YOU'LL LEARN What deprescribing means and why regularly reviewing medications matters How postpartum symptoms may involve nutritional, hormonal, physical, and situational factors How acupuncture may support tissue repair, circulation, and the body's healing response Why inflammation plays an important role in healing and what may happen when it is suppressed Why understanding what is behind a symptom can help you ask better questions and make more informed health decisions Disclaimer: This podcast is for education and general awareness only. It is not medical advice and should not replace care from a qualified healthcare professional. Do not stop medication or change your treatment plan without speaking with the prescribing provider. FOLLOW US Dr. Bart Precourt https://www.instagram.com/drbartprecourt/ Callie Michaelis https://www.instagram.com/callieamichaelis/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Balance30A Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balance30a/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DrBartPrecourt WANT TO GO FURTHER? Schedule a health consultation with us at Balance Health Studio: https://momence.com/appointments/appointment-reservation/70712?boardId=76851 #Deprescribing #PostpartumDepression #Acupuncture #Inflammation #MedicationReview #PostpartumHealth #FunctionalMedicine #NaturalHealing #NSAIDs #HealthPodcast #DrBartPrecourt #Balance30A

Are the health standards we have trusted for years always supported by the latest research? In Episode 293 of the Now and Then Podcast, Dr. Bart Precourt and Callie Michaelis break down some of the week's biggest health conversations from changing blood pressure recommendations and proper testing to colonoscopy research, GLP-1-related muscle loss, and the overlooked symptoms associated with mast cell activation. This conversation is not about ignoring medical care or recommended screenings. It is about asking better questions, understanding what your results may be telling you, and looking beyond symptom management to address your health more proactively. WHO IS THIS FOR? This episode is for anyone who: Has concerns about blood pressure or inaccurate readings Is considering a colonoscopy or wants to understand screening versus prevention Uses or is considering GLP-1 medications Experiences unexplained inflammation, brain fog, anxiety, or fatigue Wants to make more informed, proactive health decisions   TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Welcome to Episode 293 01:14 – This week's biggest health topics 03:05 – Are blood pressure standards changing? 05:42 – What systolic and diastolic numbers actually mean 09:18 – The problem with "whack-a-mole" healthcare 12:36 – White coat syndrome and inaccurate readings 15:44 – Stress, sleep, inflammation, and blood pressure 18:48 – How to check your blood pressure properly at home 22:02 – Becoming your own health advocate 24:11 – Colonoscopies: screening versus prevention 27:06 – What newer colonoscopy research suggests 30:32 – Colon health, polyps, and the gut microbiome 34:47 – Less-invasive testing and stool analysis 38:15 – GLP-1 medications and muscle loss 42:09 – Why losing weight is not the same as becoming healthier 46:18 – How to protect muscle while using GLP-1 medications 50:26 – Using GLP-1s safely and strategically 53:38 – Understanding mast cell activation 56:21 – Overlooked physical and mental symptoms 59:12 – Inflammation, brain fog, anxiety, and feeling disconnected 1:02:18 – Practical steps and final takeaways WHAT YOU'LL LEARN What blood pressure numbers may actually be telling you How stress, sleep, and inflammation can affect your readings The difference between colon cancer screening and prevention Why GLP-1 medications may contribute to muscle loss How mast cell activation may be connected to overlooked symptoms Practical ways to become a stronger advocate for your health DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice. Never stop medication or change your treatment plan without consulting a qualified healthcare professional. FOLLOW US Dr. Bart Precourt https://www.instagram.com/drbartprecourt/ Callie Michaelis https://www.instagram.com/callieamichaelis/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Balance30A Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balance30a/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DrBartPrecourt WANT TO GO FURTHER? Schedule a health consultation with us at Balance Health Studio: https://momence.com/appointments/appointment-reservation/70712?boardId=76851 #BloodPressure #GLP1 #Colonoscopy #GutHealth #MastCellActivation #FunctionalMedicine #MuscleLoss #WeightLoss #HealthPodcast #DrBartPrecourt #Balance30A

Is your avocado oil even real? A new UC Davis study tested 54 avocado oil products and most failed authenticity testing. This week on the Now + Then Podcast, Dr. Bart and Callie break down which products missed the mark, why cheaper seed oils end up in your "healthy" swaps, and how to protect yourself at the grocery store. Then they take on the biggest health headlines of the week: the new executive order proposing changes to the childhood vaccine schedule, the newly released Fauci messages about the COVID vaccine and pregnancy, and why the conversation about informed consent matters no matter where you stand. In this episode: The UC Davis avocado oil study: 48 of 54 products failed authenticity testing Why chips, mayos, and salad dressings are the biggest offenders The new vaccine schedule order: what it actually proposes (spacing shots, splitting the MMR, aligning with other countries) Why informed consent and parent autonomy are the real conversation The Fauci texts: what the released messages said about pregnancy and the COVID vaccine Rebuilding trust with your doctor and building a health team you can rely on Full fat dairy is back: the new study showing no increase in weight, body fat, or cholesterol What A2 dairy is and why it may fix your "dairy problem" How to read a food label: why the front is marketing and the back is the truth Seven days of meditation may rewire your brain, plus free daily tools to regulate your nervous system Want to go further? Schedule a health consult with us at Balance Health Studio: https://momence.com/appointments/appointment-reservation/70712?boardId=76851 What's timeless. What's trending. What actually works. New episodes every week. Subscribe so you don't miss one.

Is half the research you're reading bought and paid for? This week on the Now + Then Podcast, Dr. Bart and Callie break down who's really funding nutrition science, and why "trust the science" isn't as simple as it sounds. Then they dig into the headlines: Is Ozempic causing hair loss, or is it the crash dieting? Are artificial sweeteners quietly starving your gut bacteria? And what's the deal with methylene blue, genius biohack or expensive blue urine? In this episode: Why nutrition research is 7x more likely to be industry funded Scientists vs. clinicians vs. influencers: who to actually listen to Ozempic, GLP 1s and hair loss, the real mechanism (muscle wasting, protein and nutrient deficiencies) How to protect muscle mass if you're on a GLP 1 Artificial sweeteners and your gut microbiome Methylene blue: how it works, how to dose it, and why SSRI users should steer clear "Natural" vs. "synthetic" and why both labels can mislead you Whole food supplements vs. ascorbic acid (and the expensive urine problem) Can too much TV in midlife actually shrink your brain? Want to go further? Schedule a health consult with us at Balance Health Studio: https://momence.com/appointments/appointment-reservation/70712?boardId=76851 What's timeless. What's trending. What actually works. New episodes every week. Subscribe so you don't miss one.

Does your body ache the moment you get out of bed? Do you carry tension in your shoulders and neck that never fully lets go, no matter how many massages or adjustments you try? In this episode, Dr. Bart shares what three decades of practice have taught him about pain: that roughly half of it can be eliminated with four habits that cost nothing. He also explains why most people never follow through, from the fear of giving up comfort foods to the all-or-nothing thinking that makes people quit before their body has a chance to respond. In this episode: The surprising side effect Dr. Bart discovered after 15 years of running his annual cleanse How sugar, bread, and processed carbs keep your pain signals high and alert What "absolutism" is and how it sabotages your progress A simple breathing practice to shift your nervous system from fight or flight into rest and digest Why sleep is where your body does its healing, rebuilding, and repair The case for moving more, not less, when your joints hurt Read the full episode breakdown: https://balance30a.com/get-rid-of-pain-naturally/ Ready for a root-cause approach to your health? Schedule a consultation: https://healthmadesimpleshow.com/schedule

Have you reached the point where you're constantly bracing for your next symptom? Even simple things like eating something you've eaten before, or having a busy day at work, fill your mind with the worry: "Is this going to set my body off again?" If you've been dealing with brain fog, bloating, skin reactions, fatigue, anxiety, heart palpitations, or other symptoms that seem to come out of nowhere, you know how exhausting it can be to lose trust in your own body. In this episode of The Health Made Simple Show, Dr. Bart explores one of the most overlooked pieces of the puzzle behind Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS): the relationship between chronic stress, your nervous system, and your immune system. Because while foods, toxins, and environmental triggers certainly matter, your body can only stay in a constant state of fight-or-flight for so long before the immune system itself begins to change. In this episode, you'll learn: Why chronic stress can quietly dysregulate your immune system The connection between stress and MCAS symptoms How cortisol, adrenaline, blood sugar, and inflammation work together Why your body can become more reactive over time The difference between living in fight-or-flight versus the body's natural healing state   Plus, Dr. Bart shares the same therapies he's used to help hundreds of people shift their bodies back into a healing state. If you've been trying to avoid every trigger but still don't feel like yourself, this episode will help you start seeing the bigger picture. 👉 Looking for personalized guidance to find relief from your symptoms faster? Schedule a 1:1 consultation with Dr. Bart here: https://healthmadesimpleshow.com/schedule   #MCAS #MastCellActivationSyndrome #NervousSystemRegulation #ChronicStress #FightOrFlight #FunctionalMedicine #RootCauseHealing #BrainFogRecovery #ChronicFatigue #HealthMadeSimple

What if your brain fog, bloating, fatigue, anxiety, skin reactions, and heart palpitations aren't separate problems at all? Most people look at these symptoms one at a time. They try a supplement for digestion… Something else for energy… A new diet for inflammation… Or they visit different specialists for each symptom… But Dr. Bart knows these seemingly unrelated issues are usually connected. So in this episode of The Health Made Simple Show, Dr. Bart breaks down Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) and explains why it's becoming one of the most overlooked drivers of chronic symptoms. You'll learn: What MCAS actually is and why it's becoming more common Why symptoms can appear in multiple body systems at the same time The four major root causes that can drive mast cell dysfunction Why standard testing often fails to identify the issue How stress and nervous system dysregulation can amplify symptoms The role mold, toxins, and environmental exposures may be playing The first step Dr. Bart recommends for calming an overwhelmed system If you've been struggling with symptoms that don't seem to make sense together, this episode will help you start connecting the dots. 👉 Looking for a more personalized approach to combat your symptoms for good? Schedule a 1:1 consultation with Dr. Bart: https://healthmadesimpleshow.com/schedule   #MCAS #MastCellActivationSyndrome #FunctionalMedicine #RootCauseHealing #BrainFog #ChronicFatigue #GutHealth #NervousSystemHealing #MoldToxicity #HealthMadeSimple