Ep. 482 How the Oral Microbiome Impacts Your Whole Body with Dr. Staci Whitman

I’m excited to connect with Dr. Bill Schindler today! He is the author of Eat Like a Human: Nourishing Foods and Ancient Ways of Cooking to Revolutionize Your Health. He is also an internationally known archaeologist, primitive technologist, chef, and co-founder of Modern Stone Age Kitchen.  Dr. Schindler is all about helping people understand ancestral approaches to maximizing safety, nutrient density, and bioavailability. In this episode, we dive into his background and discuss what we should eat, milestones related to ancestral health perspectives, nutrient density, bioavailability, and how technology has impacted how we eat today. We also discuss plant toxins, organ meats, dairy, bug protein, and more. I loved Dr. Schindler’s book, Eat Like a Human: Nourishing Foods and Ancient Ways of Cooking to Revolutionize Your Health, so do check it out! I hope you enjoy listening to our fascinating conversation. Stay tuned for more! IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: Dr. Schindler went from being a wrestler to having an evolutionary perspective on food, how we interact with it, and living a paleolithic lifestyle.  How important evolutionary milestones have impacted the way most people eat. Most of us have become severely disconnected from our food system. What plant toxins do to our bodies, and what we can do to make them less toxic so that we can consume them safely The biggest problem with oxalates. Changes that have occurred that may contribute to people becoming intolerant to dairy. What is the difference between raw milk and pasteurized and homogenized milk? How to get the maximum nutrition most safely from dairy. Ways to prepare organ meats and offal to make them more appetizing. We can benefit from including insects in our diet. Dr. Schindler explains what he and his family are doing at the Modern Stone Age Kitchen. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website  Connect with Dr. Bill Schindler On his websites: www.eatlikeahuman.com or www.modernstoneagekitchen.com  The Eastern Shore Food Lab Non-profit Follow Dr. Schindler online: @Dr. Bill Schindler and @Modern Stone Age Kitchen Eat Like a Human: Nourishing Foods and Ancient Ways of Cooking to Revolutionize Your Health is available in print, audio, or digital from any major online book supplier. Or order a signed copy from Dr. Schindler’s website.

12 Nov 20221h

I’m honored to reconnect with Dr. Felice Gersh today! She is a multi-award-winning physician with dual board certification in OB-GYN and Integrative Medicine. We connected once before in Episode 221, where we spoke about PCOS and metabolic health. Today, Dr. Gersh joins me to dive into perimenopause and menopause. We discuss various issues surrounding the Women’s Health Initiative and talk about estrogen as a family of hormones, estrogen-mimicking chemicals, synthetic hormones, and oral contraceptives. We get into the importance of thyroid function, the pro-inflammatory state of a loss of estrogen in perimenopause and menopause, and the importance of nutrition and exercise for the metabolism. We also speak about the lesser-known changes that occur in menopause, including changes in body odor, constipation, sarcopenia, osteoporosis, and vocal changes.  I intend to invite Dr. Gersh back again to discuss women and mitochondrial health, and then once again to talk about her latest book, Menopause: The Fifty Things You Need to Know.  Stay tuned to find out what menopause really is, and what it does to a woman’s metabolic system. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: Dr. Gersh discusses the Women’s Health Initiative study and its devastating effects. The difference between synthetic and bioidentical hormones. How chronic diseases of aging can be delayed when hormones are incorporated along with other lifestyle refinements. What do hormones do? Why every immune cell in the body has receptors for vital hormones. Why menopause cannot be defined by a specific moment in time. Changes that occur physiologically during the perimenopause years. How hormones can change the perimenopause paradigm entirely. Why perimenopause  translates into many sleep issues. Why phytoestrogens are nature’s gift to women. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website  Connect with Dr. Felice Gersh On her website: Integrative Medical Group of Irvine On Instagram All of Dr. Gersh’s books are available on Amazon Episode 221 on PCOS with Dr. Felice Gersh Go to www.toxicology.gov to see all the ingredients in birth control pills listed as endocrine disruptors.

5 Nov 20221h 19min

It was an honor to connect with the prolific Dr. Steven Gundry today! Dr. Gundry is one of the world’s top cardiothoracic surgeons and a pioneer in nutrition. He hosts the top-rated health show, The Dr. Gundry Podcast, and is the medical director at The International Heart and Lung Institute Center for Restorative Medicine. At the height of his career as a famous heart surgeon, Dr. Gundry resigned from his position and set up a clinic to teach people how to eat to improve their health and longevity. He talks about his background and dives into how one of his patients impacted the trajectory of his second career. We discuss mitochondria, the value of MCT oil, ketones, mito-genesis, mitochondrial uncoupling, anti-nutrients, and nutrition. I hope you enjoy listening to today’s fascinating discussion with Dr. Steven Gundry! Stay tuned for more! IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: What prompted Dr. Gundry to shift from cardiovascular surgery to doing what he does today? Dr. Gundry talks about mitochondria and their purpose. How to support mitochondrial health. Dr. Gundry explains the purpose of ketones. What is mito-genesis? Things that can help uncouple mitochondria. Why is it important to have your fasting insulin checked? Why is MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) oil unique when compared to other healthy fats? Why ketones are not a super fuel.  Why it is important to make slow and incremental dietary changes for sustained weight loss.  Dr. Gundry dives into DNP and the benefits of consuming polyphenols. The problem with oats. Bio: Dr. Steven Gundry is one of the world’s top cardiothoracic surgeons and a pioneer in nutrition. He is the founder of Gundry MD, a line of wellness products and supplements, hosts the top-rated health show, The Dr. Gundry Podcast, and is medical director at The International Heart and Lung Institute Center for Restorative Medicine. He has spent the last two decades studying the microbiome and now helps patients use diet and nutrition as a key form of treatment. He is the author of many New York Times bestselling books, including The Plant Paradox, The Plant Paradox Cookbook, The Longevity Paradox: How to Die Young at a Ripe Old Age, and The Energy Paradox: What to Do When Your Get-Up-and-Go Has Got Up and Gone. He recently released USA Today's national bestseller, Unlocking the Keto Code, which offers a revolutionary take on the keto diet that debunks common myths and shows readers how to reap the rewards of keto with less restriction. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website  Connect with Dr. Steven Gundry On his websiteOn Facebook or Gundry MD Instagram: @drstevengundry or @gundrymd Twitter: @DrGundry The Dr. Gundry Podcast

29 Okt 202253min

I am delighted to connect with Chris Kresser today! Chris is the co-founder of the California Center for Functional Medicine, the founder of Kresser Institute, the host of the top-ranked health podcast Revolution Health Radio, and the New York Times best-selling author of The Paleo Cure and Unconventional Medicine.  Chris is as gracious in person as he is online! I have been following him for years and feel honored to have him joining me on the show today! He shares his background, and we dive into bio-individuality and functional medicine. We talk about changes to the nutrient density of food, why the RDA is inadequate, why synthetic nutrients are not beneficial, genetics, how mindset affects our health, and measurable ways to improve neuroplasticity. We also discuss his new supplement line, Adapt Naturals. I hope you will enjoy listening to today’s information-packed conversation with Chris Kresser as much as I did recording it! Stay tuned for more! IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: How Chris’s journey to health led him to where he is today. How has his approach to bio-individuality and personalized medicine changed over the last ten years? Chris explains why it is hard to do research studies on functional medicine treatment. Chris dives into his current focus on the nutrition spectrum. Solving people’s nutritional problems is usually pretty straightforward and could have a massive impact on the burden of chronic disease. How modern-day changes have decreased the nutrient density of our food. How chronic disease and environmental toxins impact our ability to absorb nutrients. Why has the US government failed to update the RDA to meet the current research on our daily nutritional requirements? Chris talks about nutrient synergy and shares his thoughts on synthetic vitamins. What is neuroplasticity, and how can it be measurably improved by a shift in mindset? What makes Adapt Naturals unique in the supplement space? Bio: Chris Kresser M.S., L.Ac. is the co-founder of the California Center for Functional Medicine, the founder of Kresser Institute, the host of the top-ranked health podcast Revolution Health Radio, the creator of ChrisKresser.com, and the New York Times best-selling author of The Paleo Cure and Unconventional Medicine.  He is one of the most respected clinicians and educators in the fields of Functional Medicine and ancestral health and has trained over 2,000 clinicians and health coaches from >50 countries in his unique approach. Chris was named one of the 100 most influential people in health and fitness by Greatist.com and has appeared as a featured guest on Dr. Oz, Time, The Atlantic, NPR, Fox & Friends, and other national media outlets. He has recently launched Adapt Naturals, a supplement line designed to add back in what the modern world has squeezed out and help people perform and feel their best. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website  Connect with Chris Kresser On his websites: www.chriskresser.com or www.adaptnaturals.com (Chris spoke about the Core Plus Bundle) On Facebook On Instagram On Twitter On YouTube

22 Okt 202258min

I am honored to connect with Dr. Barrie Tan today! Dr. Tan has a PH.D. in biochemistry. He is a vitamin E expert focusing on lipid-soluble nutrients that impact chronic disease.  Dr. Tan was trained as a chemist and a biochemist. His interest in keeping fat stable led to his discovery of annatto, which led to him becoming an expert in vitamin E. In this episode, we dive into vitamin E and its role in the antioxidant protection of lipids and fats. We talk about Dr. Barrie’s discovery of annatto, discuss tocotrienols, and get into their impact on cholesterol, metabolic and bone health, and cancer. We also briefly discuss GG (geranylgeraniol). My discussion with Dr. Tan has changed my entire perspective on the metabolic and bone health needs relevant to this specific variant of vitamin E! I hope that you will love it as much as I did! Stay tuned for more! IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: Why does Dr. Tan care most about the antioxidant that protects the lipids and fat? Dr. Tan discusses how different types of vitamin E differ from tocotrienols. Dr. Tan talks about his discovery of tocotrienols in the Annatto plant in South America. Why can’t we get sufficient tocotrienols from our food? The benefits of tocotrienols. Tocotrienols worked consistently in clinical studies done on chronic conditions like metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, and osteopenia.  Dr. Tan discusses his research on tocotrienols. How do tocotrienols impact weight loss and fatty liver? The impact of tocotrienols on bone health. What is GG, and why is it important for bone health? Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website  Connect with Dr. Barrie Tan On his website On Instagram On Facebook On LinkedIn To download your free copy of Dr. Tan’s book, The Truth about Vitamin E, Go to www.barrietan.com/book and use the code Everyday Wellness Podcast.  Dr. Tan’s Massachussets-based company is called American River Nutrition. Search for buying tocotrienol to get a list of all the companies selling it.

15 Okt 20221h 8min

I am excited to interview Dr. Kyle Gillett today! He is an integrative and precision medicine physician who focuses on bio-individuality. He is active in obesity medicine and hormonal methodologies. His approach is evidence-based, and it involves shared decision-making. As a physician, Dr. Gillett wanted to treat people holistically. Hormone pathologies, menopause, and metabolic syndrome are common, so he decided to become proficient in those areas to serve his patients in the best way possible.  Dr. Gillett and I dive into his background, his six pillars of health, the value of evidence-based medicine, how our modern-day lifestyles impact our hormonal health, nutritional dogma, and the importance of sleep. We discuss adrenopause, perimenopause, menopause, changes in body composition, and broken metabolisms. We also talk about weight loss resistance, lab work, muscle-centric medicine, and valuable supplements. I’ve waited months to interview Dr. Kyle Gillett! I hope you enjoy listening to today’s conversation with him! Stay tuned to learn about hormones, weight-loss resistance, and more! IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: Dr. Gillett dives into his 6 pillars of health.  How our modern-day lifestyles impact our hormonal health. What is food intelligence? Dr. Gillett unpacks the concept of evidence-based medicine. How providers can prevent a breakdown of the patient-provider relationship. The challenges women tend to face in menopause. How Dr. Gillett helps women cope with changes in their body composition. What happens in our bodies when we are stressed or lack sleep? What is adrenopause? The benefits and effects of using melatonin. Dr. Gillett’s take on oral contraceptives and HRT. How Dr. Gillett addresses a broken metabolism. Bio: Kyle Gillett MD:  University of Kansas School of Medicine.  Dual board Certified Obesity Medicine and Family Medicine.  An undergraduate dual major in Critical Thinking and Biology.  Dr. Gillett enjoys providing holistic individualized care to his patients. His practice includes preventative medicine, aesthetics, sports medicine, hormone optimization, obstetrics and infertility, integrative medicine, and precision medicine including genomics. He believes that each human is a unique creation that requires attention to their body, mind, and soul. He uses shared decision-making and an evidence-based approach. He firmly believes “food is medicine” and “exercise is medicine”. Dr. Gillett describes the “7 pillars of health”: exercise, diet, sleep, stress, social, sunlight, and spirit. These are more powerful than any medication or supplement. He enjoys spending time outdoors on the farm with his wife, two sons, and two wolfhounds. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website  Connect with Dr. Kyle Gillett On Instagram  On all social media platforms: Gillett Health

8 Okt 202250min

I am honored to connect with Max Lugavere today! Max is a top health podcaster, wellness journalist, filmmaker, and author. He wrote one of my favorite books, The New York Times bestseller Genius Foods, and earlier this year, he wrote The Wall Street Journal bestseller Genius Kitchen. Max has been passionate about nutrition, supplementation, and fitness for as long as he can remember. In this episode, we dive into his background and how he developed an interest in brain optimization and cognition. We speak about non-modifiable and modifiable risk factors, the Food Compass nutrient profiling system, and outdated non-scientific nutritional guidelines. We discuss dogmatism in nutrition, the influence of the processed food industry, how our food has changed, and seed oils. Max shares some of his favorite Genius foods, and we also get into the value of sleep and much more. I hope you enjoy listening to today’s interesting and informative discussion with Max Lugavere as much as I did recording it! Stay tuned for more!   IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: Max tells the story of his mother's neuro-degenerative condition and how that sparked his interest in sharing research and scientific information with the lay public. Max discusses the modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors that could influence your brain health. The Food Compass data and American dietary guidelines are inherently flawed and skewed towards the processed food industry. Max dives into why that is so and discusses various related concerns. As consumers, we need to do the necessary work to make healthy food choices for ourselves. Max talks about dogmatism in the nutrition space and explains why we need to be willing to challenge our beliefs and assumptions about food. What made our society fall so far off the rails around nutrition? Eliminating seed oils from your diet is one of the best things you can do to improve your health. Max discusses the Nova food profiling system and shares some frightening statistics related to the consumption of ultra-processed foods. Our bodies respond differently to nutrients if they are removed from the food matrix. Fraud derailed the research on Alzheimer’s disease for almost two decades. Max shares his favorite Genius foods and discusses the best things we can do for brain health. Max strives to keep his protein levels up when traveling. How does sleep relate to brain health and impact cognitive function?  Max talks about his new book, Genius Kitchen. It is available from any bookstore.     Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website  Connect with Max Lugavere On Instagram (@maxlugavere) The Genius Life     Books mentioned: The Big Fat Surprise: Why Butter, Meat, and Cheese Belong in a Healthy Diet by Nina Teicholz

1 Okt 202255min

I’m delighted to connect and have a discussion with James Barry today! James is a private chef who has launched an amazing product called Pluck, an organ-based seasoning I have been using for the last several years. James is also co-author of the recipes in Dr. Alejandro Junger’s book Clean 7. James has always enjoyed working with food! Recently, he realized that cooking is his way of expressing love! In this episode, we dive into his background and passion for cooking. We discuss dogma, the illusion of health, the psychology of food, farm subsidies, orthorexia, phobias, manifestation, and alignment. We get into food privilege, the lack of transparency in the processed food industry, the health benefits of eating organ meats, and hurdles to consuming organ meats. We also talk about how Pottenger’s Cats and indigenous cultures have influenced him and how Pluck can be a gateway to organ meat consumption. I hope you will enjoy listening to today’s discussion with James Barry as much as I did recording it! Stay tuned for more! IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: James was a picky eater until he went to culinary school in his thirties. The wonderful things that happened after James aligned with his mission and purpose in life. How to work manifestation into your mindset and methodology. How does dogmatism influence people’s food choices? How the lack of transparency in the processed food industry influences people’s mindsets and health. How to make more intuitive and conscious food choices. Some of the food challenges James has experienced with his clients. If you are unable to moderate something in your diet, eliminate it. Learn to honor yourself. Overcoming the hurdles to eating organ meats. The benefits of including organ meats in your diet. James explains how he makes Pluck and shares his favorite ways of using it. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website  Connect with James Barry On his website   On Facebook, Eat Pluck on Instagram, Chef James Barry on Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest  Books mentioned: Pottenger's Cats: A Study in Nutrition by Francis Marion Pottenger Jr. Salt Sugar Fat by Michael Moss

28 Sep 20221h