Episodios

  • Emotional and Mental Health in Menopause

    Emotional and Mental Health in Menopause
    Jul 9 2024
    In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, we explore the often-overlooked importance of emotional health during the menopause transition with Dr. Paul Conti. You’ll hear us discuss: 1. How trauma often leads to shame and self-blame 2. The emotional and psychological changes during menopause 3. Building resilience through introspection and curiosity 4. The stigma surrounding mental health issues 5. The importance of seeking professional support and external feedback Dr. Paul M. Conti, a Stanford University School of Medicine graduate, combines extensive clinical expertise with a holistic approach to psychiatry. With training from Stanford and Harvard, where he served as Chief Resident, Dr. Conti specializes in treating mental illness and life stressors, recognizing the pervasive impact of trauma on individuals and communities. Beyond clinical practice, he offers consulting services in personal, business, and legal contexts. Dr. Conti is also acclaimed for his book, "Trauma: The Invisible Epidemic," which distills his insights on healing from trauma, aiming to educate and empower a broader audience.
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    45 m
  • Empowering Women with PCOS: A Functional Medicine Approach with Dr. Natalie Underberg: Episode Rerun

    Empowering Women with PCOS: A Functional Medicine Approach with Dr. Natalie Underberg: Episode Rerun
    Jul 4 2024
    In this episode, Dr. Natalie Underberg shares the causes, strategies, and lifestyle changes necessary to effectively manage Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). They dive into: 1. What is PCOS? 2. Challenges of PCOS diagnosis and management 3. Exploring the Rotterdam criteria 4. What causes PCOS? 5. Dr. Natalie's bits of advice As a seasoned researcher with over a decade of experience studying PCOS, Dr. Natalie is a distinguished expert in her field. In addition to earning her doctoral degree, she has devoted countless hours to advanced functional medicine training through the Institute of Functional Medicine and Apex Energetics, as well as intensive coursework in internal disorders through the American Board of Chiropractic Internists. Dr. Natalie was personally diagnosed with PCOS in 2010, and has since been dedicated to educating, empowering, and advocating for women who also grapple with this complex condition. Alongside her work helping women with PCOS, Dr. Natalie specializes in assisting women with infertility and other hormone-related issues from a holistic perspective.
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    49 m
  • Eliminate Eczema

    Eliminate Eczema
    Jul 2 2024
    In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, we unveil Dr. Ana-Maria Temple's functional approach to treating eczema in children. You’ll hear us discuss: 1. What causes eczema in children 2. How to heal eczema from within 3. The role of nutrition in treating eczema 4. How to choose and dose the right probiotics 5. Gut microbiome imbalances and eczema 6. Dr. Ana-Maria's functional approach to eczema treatment Dr. Ana-Maria Temple is a pediatrician specializing in functional medicine and nutrition, focusing on treating eczema in children. She practices at Integrative Health Carolinas and is a renowned speaker and educator. Dr. Ana-Maria has also authored the books Healthy Kids in an Unhealthy World and Ending the Eczema Epidemic.
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    51 m
  • The Top Causes of Mental Health with Brendan Vermeire: Episode Rerun

    The Top Causes of Mental Health with Brendan Vermeire: Episode Rerun
    Jun 27 2024
    In this episode, Brendan Vermeire talks about mental health, from depression, anxiety, and neuroinflammation to dementia and Alzheimer's. They dive into: 1. Debunking the classic psychiatric narrative 2. Inflammation and mental health symptoms 3. The role of neuroplasticity in mental health 4. How does the microbiome affect mental health? 5. The Mental M.A.P. Brendan is a mental and metabolic health researcher, functional medicine educator, board-certified holistic practitioner, personal trainer, writer, speaker, and host of The Holistic Savage podcast. He is also the owner and founder of the Metabolic Solutions Institute for Functional Health and Fitness Practitioners and the Metabolic Solutions Research & Education Foundation, a not-for-profit foundation dedicated to "changing the way the world views mental health" through advancing the science of mental health dysfunction.
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    56 m
  • Hidden Impacts of Menopause: Gut Health, Methylation, and More

    Hidden Impacts of Menopause: Gut Health, Methylation, and More
    Jun 25 2024
    In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, we explore the impact of menopause on the woman's body and the role of methylation with Dr. Bridget Briggs. You’ll hear us discuss: 1. The impact of menopause on the GI tract 2. Supporting methylation in menopause 3. Insulin resistance during menopause 4. The role of phosphatidylcholine in menopause 5. Personalized care for menopausal women Dr. Briggs is a board-certified Family Medicine Physician specializing in functional medicine, bio-identical hormones, lipidology, women’s health, and detoxification. Since 2001, she has been dedicated to caring for patients of all ages in her private practice in Temecula, California. Motivated by her son's brain cancer diagnosis in 2005, Dr. Briggs pursued certification in Integrative Holistic Medicine. She now incorporates lifestyle medicine into her practice, enhancing the well-being of her patients.
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    47 m
  • Neurotransmitters: Types, Functions, Disorders, and Testing with Dr. Chip Watkins: Episode Rerun

    Neurotransmitters: Types, Functions, Disorders, and Testing with Dr. Chip Watkins: Episode Rerun
    Jun 20 2024
    In this episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Dr. Chip Watkins talks to us about neurotransmitters, what they are, what their functions are, the different types, and potential issues related to neurotransmitters. They dive into: 1. What is a neurotransmitter? 2. GABA deficiency symptoms 3. What are the main neurotransmitters? 4. How does the body make neurotransmitters? 5. Neurotransmitters and gut health Dr. Chip Watkins has over twenty years of experience in private practice, teaching, and corporate medicine. He uses mind-body medicine in his practice and nutritional approaches to care and has an understanding of traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic medicine, and bioenergetics. Dr. Watkins is the President of NCHealthSPAN, Regional Medical Director at Community Care of NC, and Chief Medical Officer at Sanesco International. He is also a Member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and a past president and Chairman of the Board of the North Carolina Academy of Family Physicians.
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    52 m
  • Heal Your Autoimmunity In 5 Steps

    Heal Your Autoimmunity In 5 Steps
    Jun 18 2024
    In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, we explore using holistic methods to treat and heal autoimmunity with Dr. Akil Palanisamy. You’ll hear us discuss: 1. The need to understand and reduce toxins 2. Infection management for people with autoimmune disorders 3. The relationship between the gut and autoimmunity 4. How your diet can impact your autoimmunity 5. The importance of learning to rest and rebalance Dr. Akil Palanisamy is a Harvard-trained physician, specialized in integrative medicine, currently acting as Physician Director for Community Education at the Institute for Health & Healing at California Pacific Medical Center. He blends his conventional medical expertise with holistic approaches, such as functional medicine and Ayurveda. He is the author of The TIGER Protocol: An Integrative 5-Step Program to Treat and Heal your Autoimmunity and The Paleovedic Diet: A Complete Program to Burn Fat, Increase Energy, and Reverse Disease, both of which incorporate his integrative approach. Order tests through Rupa Health, the BEST place to order functional medicine lab tests from 30+ labs - https://www.rupahealth.com/reference-guide
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    37 m
  • What’s the Difference Between Food Allergy VS Food Sensitivities with Dr. James LaValle: Episode Rerun

    What’s the Difference Between Food Allergy VS Food Sensitivities with Dr. James LaValle: Episode Rerun
    Jun 13 2024
    In this episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, we discuss food intolerances, food allergies, and gut health. They dive into: 1. Food Issues Symptoms 2. Food Allergy Versus Food Sensitivity 3. How Food Affects Your Intestines Dr. James LaValle is an internationally recognized clinical pharmacist, author, board-certified clinical nutritionist, educator in integrative and precision health, and founder of Metabolic Code Enterprises. He has over thirty-five years of experience integrating natural and integrative therapies into various medical and business models. Dr. LaValle has also authored sixteen e-books and twenty books, was named one of the “50 Most Influential Pharmacists” by American Druggist magazine, and was one of only nine Americans selected to serve under Senator Harkin to participate in the inaugural Dietary Supplement Education Alliance & Dietary Supplement Information Bureau.
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    45 m