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In this podcast, we’re going to talk about the critical roles of vitamin D and parathyroid hormone in helping to prevent autoimmune diseases. Many people with an autoimmune disease have had success with the Coimbra protocol, which involves taking high doses of vitamin D. The Coimbra protocol checks parathyroid hormone levels produced by the parathyroid gland, which is intimately involved in calcium regulation. If you have low calcium, the parathyroid gland pulls calcium from your bones and distributes it into the blood. Vitamin D helps with the absorption of calcium by a factor of 20x! Vitamin D resistance occurs when the body does not absorb vitamin D. You can have normal vitamin D levels in the blood yet still be deficient in vitamin D. Parathyroid hormone levels can tell you if that's happening. If you are not getting enough vitamin D, you will have trouble with calcium absorption. The parathyroid gland will have to overcompensate to combat vitamin D resistance. Usually, if you have high vitamin D, you’ll have low parathyroid hormone levels. Low vitamin D and high parathyroid hormone levels can signify vitamin D resistance. If you have vitamin D resistance, the solution is to take more vitamin D! The Coimbra protocol involves adjusting vitamin D until the parathyroid hormone lowers to a low to normal level. Vitamin D resistance is typically caused by a problem with vitamin D receptors or a genetic issue known as polymorphism. Other barriers to vitamin D absorption include: • Low sun exposure • Darker skin complexions • Old age • High stress • Location • Air pollution Pathogens have strategic methods of downgrading vitamin D receptors. Pathogens from tick bites can downgrade your receptors by a factor of 60x! Cancer cells, especially those affecting the colon and bones, downgrade vitamin D receptors to survive. Heavy metals can also downgrade vitamin D receptors. Magnesium and zinc can protect against high calcium levels in the blood, but your best defense is vitamin K2. KINDLE BOOK LINK: https://www.amazon.com/MIRACULOUS-RES...

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In this podcast, we’re going to talk about the benefits of drinking celery juice. Celery is 95% water, so it doesn’t contain many nutrients. A 16-ounce glass of celery juice contains some folate (B9) and about 288 mg of sodium. However, celery juice contains four phytonutrients that have significant health benefits. 1. 3-n-butylphthalide This phytochemical can help repair damage caused by a stroke, reconstruct microcirculation, and has neuroregenerative properties. It also has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-apoptosis, and anti-thrombosis properties. 2. Apigenin Apigenin is one of the most studied polyphenols. It’s also found in parsley, onions, oranges, thyme, and basil. Apigenin acts as a muscle relaxer, lowers blood pressure, and improves sleep. It has anti-diabetic properties and has shown to be helpful for people with amnesia. 3. Coumaric acid Coumaric acid is anti-inflammatory, anti-ulcer, and anti-clotting. It supports healthy blood sugar levels and can also help with inflammation associated with arthritis. 4. Kaempferol Kaempferol is a potent antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory agent. Celery juice is best consumed in the morning on an empty stomach. Choose organic celery to make celery juice, and add lemon juice for taste if you’d like. DATA: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://benthamscience.com/article/12... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ecam...

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In this podcast, I'm going to share an incredible potential natural alternative to help slow the signs of dementia. The drug Lupron works to suppress certain cancers because it suppresses certain sex hormones. New research has also shown that Lupron can decrease dementia symptoms. Lupron is a potent suppressor of luteinizing hormone. Luteinizing hormone is made by the pituitary gland and signals the body to produce hormones like progesterone and testosterone. As we age, luteinizing hormone increases significantly. Patients with Alzheimer's have higher amounts of luteinizing hormone than people with normal cognitive function. High levels of luteinizing hormone significantly decrease progesterone. Progesterone is a very powerful neurosteroid, so it supports the development of neurons. Women have more progesterone, so they often have fewer adverse effects if they experience a traumatic brain injury. Progesterone minimizes inflammation in the brain cells, enhances serotonin, prevents apoptosis, and decreases blood-brain barrier leakage. After menopause, progesterone significantly decreases in women. For men, this decline can happen around 70 years of age. Melatonin can suppress luteinizing hormone, which indirectly increases progesterone. Research on mice has shown that melatonin and exercise may help halt dementia symptoms. DHEA and pregnenolone also work to suppress luteinizing hormone and increase progesterone. DHEA also suppresses cortisol. To decrease luteinizing hormone with melatonin, you'll need a much larger than average dose. You can also stimulate melatonin by going to bed with the lights turned down, increasing sun exposure, or sitting by a campfire. Around 95% of melatonin can be obtained from the sun's infrared rays. DATA: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25310... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Progest... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.lifeextension.com/magazin...

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Let's take a look at magnesium for sleep or anxiety and when you may need to try something else instead. Sometimes, low magnesium is not the cause of your anxiety or sleep problems, and taking it can even worsen your symptoms. The second part of sleep is called REM sleep. People with higher levels of adrenaline and cortisol tend to wake up around 2:00 am during REM sleep. Magnesium will not fix this problem because the high cortisol levels are not caused by low magnesium. Stress and lack of exercise can cause poor sleep. Exercise, long walks, and physical labor can reduce stress and improve sleep. If you find that you have difficulty getting to sleep because of racing thoughts and overthinking, you may be low in vitamin B1. Carbs, sugar, and caffeine can deplete vitamin B1. Taking B1 before bed can provide an immediate sense of calmness. Always choose a natural B1 supplement, not synthetic. Instead of taking a melatonin supplement, it can be more beneficial to address why you do not have enough melatonin in the first place. Melatonin is inhibited by blue light. Darkness and infrared light recharge melatonin, so try getting sunlight or sitting by a fire. Vitamin D before bed can help you sleep. Magnesium will not work if you're very low in vitamin D and vice versa. If you're new to fasting and you go to bed hungry, it can interfere with your sleep. If fasting triggered your sleep problem, scale back, and begin fasting more gradually over time. Try incorporating more carbs at your last meal and increasing your carb intake to 50 grams per day. Having plenty of sea salt on keto and intermittent fasting is vital. Salt causes your body to retain fluid, so not only will it help you sleep, but it can also help prevent waking to use the bathroom. If you do need magnesium, try taking magnesium glycinate to help support sleep and reduce anxiety. DATA: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...

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In this podcast, we’ll discuss a very important amino acid: glycine. Collagen is a main component of connective tissues, tendons, ligaments, and cartilage. About ⅓ of collagen is made by glycine. Your body can make glycine, but unfortunately, it doesn’t make very much. If you're not getting it from the diet, you could be deficient. Unless you’re eating the skin and cartilage from meat, you’re probably not getting enough glycine. Glycine is needed to make the most important antioxidant for all of your cells, glutathione. Without enough glycine to make glutathione, you can’t detoxify your body. This can cause a buildup of toxicity, leading to inflammation. Glycine is a potent anti-inflammatory agent and is an essential building block for many enzymes and proteins. Here are some of the many important functions of glycine: • Makes heme in your blood • Important for gum health • Essential for DNA • Building block for catalase • Supports sleep • Supports the liver • Can help fix a leaky gut • Detoxifies uric acid • Supports blood sugar • Helps with weight loss • Reduces visceral fat Glycine can also turn into glucose to be used as fuel. Certain parts of the body, especially the brain, need a certain amount of glucose. If you’re not consuming glucose, your body can make it. Glycine is a precursor for glucose, but don’t worry about it bumping you out of ketosis. Glycine stimulates the hormone glucagon, which opposes insulin. If you’re not eating animals nose-to-tail, if you’re under stress, taking medication, drinking alcohol, or exposed to toxins, you can become deficient in glycine. You can increase your glycine intake by consuming gelatin! Try making your own gelatin using Knox Blox and using a natural sweetener like stevia. You can also take a glycine supplement. The average person needs about 4 to 10 grams of glycine per day. Bone broth and pork rinds can increase your glycine intake, but you need to consume a lot to get enough glycine. As we age, we need more glycine. Increasing glycine intake can potentially help people with osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, hair thinning, insomnia, gout, and kidney stones. DATA: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20093... https://openheart.bmj.com/content/1/1...

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Today, we’re going to look at 16 common signs of nutrient deficiencies. First, let’s look at why you might be deficient in the first place. Here are some of the common causes of nutrient deficiencies: • Not eating nutrient-dense foods • Eating foods grown in depleted soils or grown in water (hydroponics) • Genetic weaknesses • Low stomach acids • No gallbladder/gallbladder issues The following symptoms are 16 signs your body needs more nutrients. 1. Brittle nails–protein deficiency 2. Blue sclera–iron deficiency 3. Pain in right scapula–bile deficiency 4. Tetany (twitching)–magnesium deficiency 5. Flaky, scaly skin–omega-3 deficiency 6. High blood pressure–potassium deficiency 7. Excessive worrying–vitamin B1 deficiency 8. Hyperthyroidism–boron deficiency 9. Hypothyroidism–selenium deficiency 10. Hip clicking/joint clicking–vitamin D3 deficiency 11. Low testosterone–zinc deficiency 12. Slow hair growth–manganese deficiency 13. Premature gray hair–vitamin B5 deficiency 14. Red gums–vitamin C deficiency 15. Feeling weak–sodium deficiency 16. Bruising easily–vitamin K1 deficiency If you’re deficient in any of the trace minerals like boron or manganese, be sure to take a blend of trace minerals rather than taking them individually.

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In this podcast, we’re going to talk about the antioxidant glutathione. Glutathione is an important antioxidant present in all of your cells. It helps detoxify heavy metals and protects against free radical damage and oxidation. Your body makes glutathione! You should only take a supplement if you have Tylenol poisoning. Tylenol depletes glutathione and puts your liver at risk for damage. If you’re dealing with Tylenol poisoning, you may be given an NAC supplement, a precursor to help build up your glutathione. Glutathione deficiency symptoms include the following: • Trouble sleeping • Brain fog • Fatigue • Mood issues • Depression • Anxiety Top causes of glutathione deficiency: • Alcohol • Low-calorie diets • Overtraining • Vegan diets • Low-protein intake • A mutation of the MTHFR gene • Folic acid supplements Try the following tips to ensure that you’re getting enough glutathione without taking a supplement: 1. Get enough glycine. Consume organ meats, the skin from meat and fish, bone broth, and gelatin. 2. Ensure adequate B vitamin intake. Avoid synthetic B vitamins. Meat is a great source of B12 and consuming organ meats and dark leafy greens will help add folate to your diet. 3. Get plenty of vitamin C from sources like sauerkraut and leafy greens. 4. Get enough sleep. 5. Do not over-exercise. Limit high-intensity exercise to twice a week. 6. Reduce stress. Adaptogens, going for a walk, listening to music, and even physical labor can reduce stress. 7. Consume sufficient protein with plenty of calories. 8. Increase carb intake to 50 grams per day. 9. Consume cruciferous vegetables. 10. Consume seafood for trace minerals like zinc and selenium.

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In this podcast, I’m going to give you 7 tips to help you increase fat-burning while you sleep. Poor sleep stops fat-burning, so it’s important to make sure you’re getting good sleep. Check out these tips to boost fat loss while you sleep. 7. Only eat when you’re hungry. Let your appetite dictate your fasting pattern. 6. Reduce extra fat in your diet. This forces your body to burn your body fat for fuel. 5. Ensure your carb intake is not too high. Focus on eating meat and vegetables. If you have a thyroid issue, try adding berries to your diet. If you’re dealing with gut inflammation, try the carnivore diet. 4. Focus on good sleep hygiene. Invest in a good mattress, make sure the room is not too hot, and turn off the lights. 3. Natural sleep aids can help improve your sleep and increase fat-burning. Try drinking apple cider vinegar throughout the day to help regulate your blood sugar and help you sleep. Collagen helps with sleep because it contains glycine. Niacinamide, vitamin D, and sea salt are also important for good sleep. 2. Do a full-body workout that gets you tired and also makes you sweat. Intense exercise activates growth hormone which helps you burn fat, even while you’re resting. 1. Go to bed between 9:00 and 9:30 p.m. and sleep for 9 hours. Getting plenty of sleep is crucial for fat loss.

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