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

I am delighted to have Dr. Alan Christianson joining me as my guest for today’s show! Dr. Christianson is a Board-Certified Naturopathic Endocrinologist who focuses on thyroid care. He is also a New York Times bestselling author whose recent titles include The Thyroid Reset Diet. Dr. Christianson is the founding president behind the Endocrine Association of Naturopathic Physicians and the American College of Thyroidology. He has featured in countless media appearances, including Dr. Oz, The Doctors, and The Today Show. Although tons of information about thyroid conditions is available out there, it can be confusing because so much of it is conflicting. Recent findings have shown that much of what we believed to be true in the past has changed. Thyroid disease has also changed. Thyroid cancers, the prevalence of thyroid treatment, and diagnoses for chronic disease have all tripled over the last couple of decades. Fortunately, Dr. Christianson is an incredible resource! He is joining us today to dive into some of the recent discoveries about the causes of thyroid disease and share some encouraging findings. Stay tuned to learn more! IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: Dr. Christianson talks about the changes that have been happening regarding thyroid disease over the last twenty years. Dr. Christianson talks about the most important factor for the increase in thyroid disease over the last couple of decades. Understanding it can offer a solution for many people. How the thyroid works, its physiology, and how iodine interacts with it. Why there is so much iodine in dairy products. Dr. Christianson talks about the shift that took place around the mid-1980s that is relevant to thyroid disease. Everything related to iodine in our body gets filtered through the thyroid function. What you need to be aware of and understand to make educated decisions about the products you use. What almost everyone with thyroid problems can do to normalize their thyroid function in a very short time. Dr. Christianson shares some encouraging findings regarding over and underactive thyroid function. Dr. Christianson talks about thyroid medicines. Things you should take into account when having a thyroid test. What you can do to help support your body. The various factors that work together to exacerbate thyroid function. Lifestyle factors that impact thyroid function. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Connect with Dr. Alan Christianson On Facebook On Instagram On Pinterest On YouTube On his website

19 Juni 202153min

I am delighted to have the opportunity to connect with Trina Felber today! Trina is the Creator and CEO of Primal Life Organics, a premier, all-natural dental care company that focuses on oral health as the gateway to internal health. She is a long-standing nurse anesthetist, a mom, and a wife.  Trina believes that the antiseptic products we use in our mouths are doing us more harm than good. She pivoted to become an oral health expert after more than 25 years as a registered nurse. She created natural products to biohack your dental health for stronger, cleaner, whiter teeth and improved overall health. There is so much value in what Trina has to share today! This episode will blow your mind and completely change your perspective on dental health and dental care, so be sure to listen in!  IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN Trina explains how she transitioned from being a nurse anesthetist to becoming an oral health care guru. Trina discusses Weston A. Price and his theories on the relationship between nutrition, dental health, and physical health. Trina talks about dental health, the anatomy of teeth, how cavities happen, and why we become prone to staining, decay, and plaque. Some tips to help you protect your teeth. The effects that wearing a mask can have on your oral health. The impact that the ingredients in commercially made toothpaste and mouthwashes have on the mouth and gut biomes. The three things that any dental product that you use needs to do. Why you should not use toothpaste that contains glycerine. How various types of light therapy can whiten your teeth and prevent inflammation. Why you should not use peroxide to whiten your teeth. Trina talks about skincare products. Some tips to set yourself up for success after eating acidic foods. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Connect with Trina Felber On her website On Facebook On Instagram Links: Facelift Kit Dental Detox Kit LED Teeth Whitener

12 Juni 20211h 16min

I am delighted today to have Dr. Jade Teta as my guest! He is an integrative physician, author, and expert in natural health, fitness, metabolism, and self-development. He spent the last 25 years immersed in the study of strength and conditioning, hormonal metabolism, and the psychology of change and success. He recently started a new company, Next Level Human. It combines his medical and fitness knowledge with his expertise in self-development and mindset change. He writes and lectures extensively to healthcare professionals and the public about lifestyle medicine, natural health, and mindset change.  Hormonal health and metabolic issues are an enormous pain point for many of my followers and the women in my program. Making lifestyle shifts can be very valuable in helping us develop healthy metabolic habits and easing us through the changes that both men and women tend to go through in middle age. Join us on the show today to hear Dr. Teta’s story and learn about some lifestyle changes that you can make to improve your metabolic processes and better your hormonal health.    IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: Dr. Teta talks about his journey that began at fifteen and his pivot into the hormonal health and metabolism space. How females were under-represented in the research community before 2001. Dr. Teta discusses some of the changes that occur in women who are older than thirty-five, which made him start second-guessing his original methodology and philosophies around weight loss and nutrition. How estrogen and progesterone affect what Dr. Teta refers to as SHMEC (Sleep, Hunger, Mood, Energy, and Cravings). A simple analogy to help you understand estrogen and progesterone. How biofeedback signals can help you to understand your metabolism. Dr. Teta shares what he has found to work best for most women as a different approach to exercise. Why calories matter. Dr. Teta shares his take on eating for satiety versus eating for calories and marrying macros. Most people only focus on diet and exercise without accounting for stress and movement. Dr. Teta talks about buffer foods and trigger foods. Dr. Teta discusses his strategy for helping women find the diet that works best for them. Dr. Teta talks about intermittent fasting. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website  Connect with Dr. Teta Teta On his website On Instagram        The Next Level Human Podcast

5 Juni 20211h 2min

I am excited today to be joined by Marty Kendall. Marty is an engineer who seeks to optimize nutrition using a data-driven approach. His interest in nutrition began eighteen years ago to help his wife Monica gain better control of her Type 1 Diabetes. Since then, he has worked to develop a systematized approach to nutrition tailored for a wide range of goals. Marty has been sharing his learnings at OptimisingNutrition.com and has developed Nutrient Optimiser and Data-Driven Fasting to guide people on their journey of nutritional optimization.  Monica was only ten years old when she was diagnosed with diabetes. She suffered decreasing control of her health until she and Marty met about fifteen years later. When they got married, neither Monica nor Marty knew anything about managing diabetes. Marty had no idea what he was getting into, but he learned quickly and found a doctor who taught them both a lot by turning their situation into a maths game. That intrigued Marty and motivated him to strive towards having healthy pregnancies by managing the numbers. Be sure to stay tuned today to hear Marty’s story and learn about his data-driven approach to good health.  IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN Marty shares the story of how he and Monica learned to control her diabetes by managing the numbers. Marty talks about the first step he took in helping to support his wife before she started riding the keto wave. Different people process macronutrients differently. Marty discusses the problems he had when he tried to optimize food choices for people with diabetes. Marty talks about the nutritional dogma that contributed to many metabolic diseases that we see currently in westernized countries. What energy toxicity represents. Marty provides an overview of the carb insulin index. Why you should check your blood sugar when you feel hungry, and not after you have already eaten. Whether or not you should avoid eating when your blood sugar rises more than thirty. Marty gives his take on biohacking devices like CGMs and glucometers. Using your blood sugar as a fuel gauge. Marty talks about how insulin sensitivity and insulin resistance influence people’s fat threshold. Marty describes some of the more common nutrient deficiencies. How Marty’s Nutrient Optimiser app blows away dogma and helps people select the right foods for their nutritional requirements. Navigating eating out. Marty reveals his recommendations for overcoming emotional eating, weight loss and insulin sensitivity, protein intake while on a maintenance diet, and gaining more muscle mass. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website  Connect with Marty Kendall On websites: Optimising Nutrition, Data-Driven Fasting, Nutrient Optimiser, or Big Fat Keto Lies On social media: Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, or Pinterest Marty’s Offers: Data-Driven Fasting Challenge High Protein: Energy Recipe Book Fat Loss Recipe Book Book mentioned: Salt Sugar Fat by Michael Moss

29 Maj 20211h 3min

I am super excited to welcome Jeremy Abramson as my guest for today! Jeremy is a health coach, wellness entrepreneur, and corporate culture creator. After working one-on-one with elite athletes and CEOs for several years, he started pursuing a more ambitious path to impact a wider audience: Corporate America. He’s making a massive impact through his live events and online presence, where he empowers people to take ownership of their lives through movement, gratitude, and joy.  Jeremy is known as the High Energy Coach because he helps top-level executives and entrepreneurs unleash their fullest potential. He is known worldwide for his expertise, mindful movement, mindset, nutrition, and neuroscience. He has built a community of over 600,000 on TikTok and continues to expand his impact globally. He is the host of the Thrive University Podcast with the mission to inspire and empower you with the knowledge and wisdom to transform your thoughts, habits, relationships, intention, vitality, and enthusiasm so that you can stop settling for mediocrity and live your dream life. Join us today and learn how to overcome your self-limiting beliefs and take ownership of your life. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN Jeremy talks about things that determine the quality of your life. Travel is a way to magnify our consciousness and awareness and become better versions of who we are. Jeremy talks about his journey of discovery as he transitioned to become a mindset guru. Jeremy helps people embody what they want to communicate to others. The work you do for yourself will reflect in the work you do for others. Jeremy talks about what it was like to spend time learning from Joe Dispenza. Money and what it means to be wealthy. Some of the changes that Jeremy has seen in how people keep physically active since Covid. Moving your body increases your intuition and helps you grow and stay sharper. Jeremy talks about psychedelics and the benefits of micro-dosing. Jeremy discusses the foods and supplements that are most beneficial and best support his physical and mental health. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Connect with Jeremy Abramson On his website On TikTok On Instagram Thrive University Podcast Recommended book: How To Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan

22 Maj 20211h 2min

I am excited to talk to Ben Azadi today! Ben is the author of four best-selling books, Keto Flex, The Perfect Health Booklet, The Intermittent Fasting Cheat Sheet, and The Power of Sleep. He has been the go-to source for intermittent fasting and the ketogenic diet. In 2008, Ben went through a personal health transformation of shredding 80 pounds of pure fat. Ever since he has been on a mission to help 1 billion people live a healthier lifestyle. Ben is also the host of a top 15 podcast, The Keto Kamp Podcast, and the fast-growing Keto Kamp YouTube channel with over 122,000 subscribers. Ben is known as 'The Health Detective' because he investigates dysfunction, and he educates, not medicates, to bring the body back to normal function. He is the founder of Keto Kamp, a global brand bringing awareness to ancient healing strategies such as the keto diet and fasting. Ben’s latest book, Keto Flex: The 4 Secrets to Reduce Inflammation, Burn Fat, and Reboot Your Metabolism, was a labor of love that took him a little over two years to complete. Be sure to tune in today to find out about his latest book, and hear what he has to say about keto and fasting.  IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: Ben gives a general overview of his latest book, Keto Flex. Ben talks about ketosis. He explains what it is, why we would want to aim for it, and why we should not get fixated on devices. Ben discusses the benefits of teaching your body to burn fat as the primary fuel source. It is easy to overdo certain fatty foods, like cheese or nuts. Ben explains how to burn extra body fat with keto. Ben shares his thought on using devices to measure ketones. In his book, Ben shares fifteen bio-hacks for getting better sleep. Optimizing sleep is vital. Sleep can impact our ability to become fat-adapted and have success with intermittent fasting. Ben shares two great sleep tips. Ben shares some fasting strategies. Taking responsibility for your health. Ben discusses how he helps women feel better about themselves and what he does to stay positive. Ben shares a valuable takeaway from his book, Keto Flex. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website  Connect with Ben Azadi On his website On Instagram, Facebook, YouTube On Clubhouse: @thebenazadi Get your copy of Ben’s new book Keto Flex The Keto Kamp Podcast Books mentioned: The Unhealthy Truth by Rachel Kranz and Robyn O'Brien Dr. Wayne Dyer’s Ultimate Library Collection (On Audible) Psycho-Cybernetics by Dr. Maxwell Maltz The Secret Life of Fat by Sylvia Tara The Art of Living by Bob Proctor The Power of Intention by Dr. Wayne Dyer

15 Maj 202150min

I am excited to connect with Darryl Bosshardt today! Darryl is passionate about healthily living, healthy eating, and life-long learning. He grew up working for the family mineral business in Redmond, Utah. Then he earned a Bachelor of Science degree at Southern Utah University, followed by an MBA at Western Governors University. Darryl oversees the salt company, Redmond. Salt is one of the most misunderstood minerals on Earth. For thousands of years, it has sustained life and provided a source of trade. It even got used as currency. However, over the last century, salt has become known to many as a dangerous chemical that should be avoided at all costs. Things are changing, though. Currently, research is returning salt to its place of necessity for human health because without salt, everything dies. Be sure to join us today, to hear Darryl’s story, discover the misconceptions around sea salt, and find out about the vital role that salt plays in our lives. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN Darryl explains where salt comes from. How Darryl and his family got into the salt business. Darryl explains why salt is not bad for us and unpacks its benefits. How sea salt differs chemically from the iodized salt used in processed foods. Darryl discusses the unique flavors of various natural salts and explains how to know if you’re buying a high-quality product. The truth about salt substitutes. Darryl shares his thoughts on magnesium supplementation. We need to remain connected to how we respond to dehydration. Adding electrolytes to your water can make a big difference to how you feel. The importance of getting enough salt when fasting intermittently. The role salt plays in our bodies.Redmond Salt is now producing Relyte, a flavored electrolyte product.  Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website  Connect with Darryl Bosshardt On Facebook  On Instagram For salt products On his website

8 Maj 202151min

Today, I am delighted to have Maria Emmerich joining me. Maria is a nutritionist who specializes in the ketogenic diet and exercise physiology. She struggled with her health and weight throughout childhood. That led her to become such a passionate nutrition expert. “My goal is to help transform people’s lives and start living again!” Maria specializes in brain neurotransmitters and how food can increase mental wellness. Her expertise has sent her around the world speaking about ketogenic diets. She has also cooked with Halle Berry and writes for Halle’s website. Twenty-three years ago, Maria was twice her size, and she had some serious issues going on. The doctor told her she had PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), which is type-2 diabetes that affects female fertility. She also had acid reflux, depression, and IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome). The doctor told her she was doing nothing wrong. Those were just the cards she was dealt.  She took her dog to the vet the same week because it was losing its hair, and the first question he asked her was what she was feeding it. When she changed the dog’s diet, its hair grew back. That got her thinking, so she started doing some research. She discovered that PCOS was caused by too much caffeine, sugar, and carbohydrates, which was what she was living on. She was only sixteen at the time, but she started making some dietary changes. Be sure to join us today to hear Maria’s inspiring story and find what she has to say about healing yourself with the food you eat. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: Maria shares her background story. The journey towards health and wellness does not happen overnight. Some aspects evolve and shift over a lifetime. Maria discusses how she discovered the benefits of the ketogenic diet and what motivated her to stick to it. Why you should avoid processed foods even if they claim to be ketogenic. What makes women different. Some of the mistakes Maria sees women making when they come to keto that cause them to assume that keto is not working. Maria has a free macro calculator on her website. Maria talks about what alcohol does to our bodies and sleep patterns. Maria shares her thoughts on bioidenticals versus supplementation, as women make the transition from being fertile to perimenopause to menopause. Maria talks about the protein-sparing fast and shares some strategies for fasting successfully. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Connect with Maria Emmerich On her ketomaria.com On her Keto-adapted website On Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Maria’s free e-book

1 Maj 202150min