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  • A Naturopathic Approach to Common Skin Issues with Dr. DeJarra Sims

    A Naturopathic Approach to Common Skin Issues with Dr. DeJarra Sims
    Jul 24 2024
    Dr. DJ Sims is a Naturopathic Doctor, published author, and prolific speaker. She received her Bachelor's in Biology from Prairie View A&M University, in Texas and completed her doctorate at Sonoran University of Health Sciences in Phoenix (formerly SCNM). She has served as an Assistant Professor and Core Faculty at Bastyr University California and was a former Adjunct Professor at SCNM in Arizona. ​Dr. DJ established the virtual clinic Superhero Skin+Care to remind women of their identity and bring out the adventurous, gorgeous superhero within them. To do this, she provides personalized treatment plans to improve the skin, reset the liver, and support digestion. Dr. DJ is a leader in naturopathic dermatology and a renowned keynote speaker who makes complex medical information accessible and entertaining. Together Dr. Sims and I talk about conquering acne, eczema, psoriasis, and hair loss. She highlights her approach to uncovering the root causes of common dermatological ailments, general diet, and supplemental recommendations for treating microbiome and food sensitivities, and shares clinical pearls regarding accessibility and affordability of skin healthcare. Dr. DJ talks about the value of supplements including Vitamin A and zinc when combating the dysbiosis that can cause acne, key differences in the topical skin barrier, dysbiosis and stress that can all lead to eczema, and the potential causes and nutritional and lifestyle analysis for treating hair loss. Dr. DJ is working to not only treat her patient’s skin but to unleash their inner superhero and restore the confidence that comes with having clear skin. I’m your host, Evelyne Lambrecht, thank you for designing a well world with us. Key Takeaways: [2:00] Dr. DJ Sims makes complex naturopathic dermatology and other complex medical information accessible and entertaining, even at Comic-Con. [4:14] The role and encouragement that Dr. DJ’s parents offered as she entered the world of naturopathic medicine, and the patients that first inspired her to continue her work. [8:52] A high-level overview of Dr. DJ’s approach to uncovering the root causes of common dermatological ailments. [10:38] Top root causes of acne including hormonal imbalance of androgen or cortisol excess, dysbiosis or loss of good bacteria, and food sensitivities. [12:05] Liver enzymes, genetic testing, and the need for higher liver support. [13:05] Dr. DJ’s preferred method for hormone testing is DUTCH testing, which offers diet, lifestyle, and hormone answers. [16:35] General diet and supplemental recommendations for treating microbiome and food sensitivities. [20:10] Dr. DJ’s timeline to gut treatment, including healing and killing. [21:55] Clinical pearls regarding GI Revive and L glutamine and accessibility and affordability of skin healthcare. [24:44] The value of Vitamin A and zinc when combating the dysbiosis that can cause acne. [29:10] Dosing recommendations for Vitamin A and zinc supplements. [33:37] Addressing the skin microbiome, dietary concerns, and food sensitivities. [39:46] Key differences in the topical skin barrier, dysbiosis, and stress can all lead to eczema. [45:55] Addressing the depression and anxiety that accompanies acne and other skin issues. [47:40] Psoriasis is often a grab bag of symptoms that acts like eczema but has its own unique sensitivities as well. [49:50] Causes and nutritional and lifestyle analysis for treating hair loss, including biotin and amino acids. [59:28] Dr. DJ shares what she has changed her mind about in her years of practice, her three favorite supplements, and essential health practices. Episode Resources: Dr. DJ Sims Eye of Newt and Wool of Bat: The Science Behind Magic Potions and Spells | Comic Con@Home 2020 Design for Health Resources: Designs for Health Nutrition Blog: Ten Nutrients to Help Your Skin Glow from the Inside Out Research Blog: Vitamin A & Retinoids for Skin Health Research Blog: Skin Health: The Benefits of Collagen Peptides Blog: Summer Glow: Tips to Tone Your Face and Support Skin Health Blog: Dealing with Eczema at the Source: Autoimmunity Visit the Designs for Health Research and Education Library which houses medical journals, protocols, webinars, and our blog.
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  • Encouraging Real Healing and Creating Change in Healthcare with Dr. Tieraona Low Dog

    Encouraging Real Healing and Creating Change in Healthcare with Dr. Tieraona Low Dog
    Jul 17 2024
    From a young age, Dr. Tieraona Low Dog has been deeply drawn to the natural world and the field of natural medicine. Her academic journey encompasses a diverse range of disciplines including massage therapy, martial arts, midwifery, and herbal medicine, before going to earn her medical degree from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. She is the Founding Director of the Medicine Lodge Academy, and Dr. Low Dog served as a founding member of the American Board of Physician Specialties' American Board of Integrative Medicine. Her leadership extends to her tenure as Director of the first Inter-professional Fellowship in Integrative Health and Medicine, Fellowship Director for the University of Arizona's Center for Integrative Medicine that was founded by Andrew Weil, MD, and Co-Founder and guiding teacher for the New York Zen Center’s Fellowship in Contemplative Medicine. She currently oversees the Fellowship of Integrative and Functional Medicine at the University of California-Irvine's Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute. Recognized as a foremost authority in integrative medicine, women’s health, dietary supplements, and herbal medicine, her scholarly work encompasses over 54 peer-reviewed scientific articles, 25 chapters in medical textbooks, and numerous authoritative books on health and medicine. Dr. Low Dog's global influence is highlighted by her participation in over 600 medical and scientific conferences worldwide. Dr. Low Dog has had a great impact on my professional work and it is an absolute honor to have her on the podcast today. Together we discuss the incredible impact that she has had on both the holistic and traditional medicine communities and how she has effectively worked to bridge the gaps between herbal medicine and traditional medicine. She reflects on the importance of continuing her education to expand her own knowledge and effectiveness and the power that comes with admitting that, even as a lifelong learner and practitioner, she doesn't know everything. She also shares insights into the offerings from her Foundations in Herbal Medicine program and highlights the value of using herbs in clinical practice. Together we discuss the dismal state of nutrition in America today and consider drug-nutrient interaction and depletion, strategies for effectively weaning patients off of PPIs, and the many plants and supplements that she recommends in achieving whole health and healing. I’m your host, Evelyne Lambrecht, thank you for designing a well world with us. Key Takeaways: [3:16] From herbalist, midwife, and martial arts instructor to medical school student, Dr. Low Dog recalls the moment she realized the limits to what she could do without a medical degree. [7:15] The importance of training clinicians and expanding practitioners' knowledge of botanical medicine. [11:16] Encouraging healing and creating change in the US healthcare system. [15:18] Bridging the gap between herbal medicine and traditional medicinal care. [21:00] Dr. Low Dog offers insights into the offerings from her Foundations in Herbal Medicine program. [23:32] Treating anxiety with nervings starts with considering how a patient views the world. [29:20] The value of storytelling when helping patients understand the value of plants in their healthcare. [34:14] Accurate dosing based on patient information and health profile. [38:16] Recommendations for herbs that are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding. [42:47] The current state of nutritional health in the United States and the drug-nutrient interaction and depletion. [49:02] Dr. Low Dog’s recommendations for transitioning patients off PPI’s, including utilizing melatonin. [53:38] Dr. Low Dog shares what she has changed her mind about over her years of practice, her favorite supplements, and the health practices that keep her balanced. Episode Resources: Dr. Tieraona Low Dog - https://www.drlowdog.com/ Medicine Lodge Academy - https://www.medicinelodgeranch.com/ U.S. Pharmacopeia - https://www.usp.org/ Design for Health Resources: Designs for Health - https://www.designsforhealth.com/ Visit the Designs for Health Research and Education Library which houses medical journals, protocols, webinars, and our blog. https://www.designsforhealth.com/research-and-education/education
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  • Optimizing Prostate Health and Boosting Testosterone Naturally with Dr. Geo Espinosa

    Optimizing Prostate Health and Boosting Testosterone Naturally with Dr. Geo Espinosa
    Jun 12 2024
    Dr. Geo Espinosa is a renowned Naturopathic and Functional Medicine doctor specializing in urology and men's health. He has over two decades of experience and has provided care to thousands of men, addressing various urological and male health issues, from sexual dysfunction and low testosterone to different prostate conditions, including cancer. Leveraging natural therapeutics and integrative medicine based on rigorous clinical and scientific research, he and his team strive to offer the most up-to-date information and treatments. As a faculty member at the NYU Langone Department of Urology, Dr. Espinosa collaborates with some of the world's leading urologists. Dr. Geo is the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and formulator at the male-focused nutraceutical company XY Wellness, LLC and its sister company Mr. Happy. He is the co-founder and producer of the popular male health website, DrGeo.com, and the popular urological and male-focused podcast, The Dr. Geo Podcast. As an avid researcher and writer, Dr. Geo has authored numerous scientific papers and books, including co-editing the Integrative Sexual Health book, and author of the best-selling prostate cancer book: Thrive, Don’t Only Survive. Together Dr. Geo and I address some of the most commonly asked questions regarding men’s health, from testosterone levels to prostate cancer prevention and the impact and potentially negative effects of testosterone replacement therapy on fertility and sperm production. Dr. Geo highlights ways to boost testosterone naturally, including nutraceuticals and lifestyle choices, and underscores the importance of recent findings from research addressing high levels of testosterone replacement therapy. He offers baseline screening advice for practitioners who are not specialized in men's health, insights into the key differences between prostatitis and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and shares his approach to treating nocturia, or excessive nighttime urination. This conversation is filled with clinical pearls and insights into the world of prostate health. I’m your host, Evelyne Lambrecht, thank you for designing a well world with us. Episode Resources: Dr. Geo Espinosa - https://drgeo.com/ Designs for Health - https://www.designsforhealth.com/ Clinical Study: Geranylgeraniol Supplementation May Benefit Males With Low Testosterone - https://americanrivernutrition.com/geranylgeraniol-supplementation-may-benefit-males-with-low-testosterone-clinical-study/ Nutrition Blog: The Biochemistry of Ashwagandha - https://www.casi.org/biochemistry-of-ashwagandha Science Update: New review demonstrates the role of ashwagandha in male infertility - https://www.casi.org/node/746 Nutrition Blog: Zinc - One of the Major Influencers of Male Fertility - https://www.casi.org/node/1109 Lifestyle Vlog: Magnesium for Men’s Health - https://www.casi.org/patient-blog/magnesium-for-men-s-health Research Blog: Boron – Not Boring at All - https://www.casi.org/node/790 Research Blog: Natural Ways to Boost Testosterone - https://www.casi.org/natural-ways-to-boost-testosterone Visit the Designs for Health Research and Education Library which houses medical journals, protocols, webinars, and our blog. https://www.designsforhealth.com/research-and-education/education Chapters: 00:00 Intro. 02:06 Dr. Geo explains how the field of men’s health chose him and has continued to fascinate him. 05:36 An overview of the role of testosterone, how and where in the body it’s made, and common process interruption points. 08:47 Nutrients that Leydig cells need in order to effectively produce testosterone. 10:26 Lab markers and hormones, in addition to total testosterone, that Dr. Geo looks for in a new patient. 14:12 Dr. Geo’s recommendations for clomiphene, a drug that is used to stimulate the production of testosterone. 15:58 Considerations and cautions for testosterone hormone replacement therapy and levels for SHGB and DHT. 21:41 Testosterone metabolism measurements and the utilization of DIM and chrysin to address high estrogen levels. 22:58 The impact and potentially negative effects of testosterone replacement therapy on fertility and sperm production. 29:11 Findings from research addressing high levels of testosterone replacement therapy. 30:16 Ways to boost testosterone naturally include tonkadale, ashwagandha, and fenugreek. 31:37 Lifestyle changes that can increase testosterone levels including improved sleep and exercise. 35:32 Controversy around PSA (prostate-specific antigen) testing for prostate health and prostate cancer screening. 38:58 Unraveling the numbers behind PSA density, 4k scores, and IsoPSA testing when screening for prostate cancer. 42:41 Baseline screening advice for practitioners who are not specialized in men's health. 44:49 Dr. Geo’s advice for prostate cancer prevention through healthy lifestyle choices and formulated nutraceuticals. 52:39 Insights and key differences...
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  • Stimulating the Vagus Nerve Function with Dr. Navaz Habib

    Stimulating the Vagus Nerve Function with Dr. Navaz Habib
    Jun 5 2024
    Dr. Navaz Habib is the bestselling author of Activate Your Vagus Nerve and the newly released Upgrade Your Vagus Nerve. He is also the host of ‘The Health Upgrade Podcast’. After graduating as class valedictorian from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2010 he went on to practice traditional chiropractic for years until he utilized the power of functional medicine to transform his own health. Dr. Habib is the founder of ‘Health Upgraded’, an online functional health consulting clinic, supporting optimal health by elevating the awareness and function of the Vagus nerve. Together Dr. Habib and I dive into the details of the Vagus nerve, including what exactly it is, how Vagus nerve function is assessed, and tools that practitioners can utilize to optimize Vagus nerve health in their patients or clients. We discuss common conditions and symptoms that can be linked to Vagus nerve dysfunction and the four major possible causes that can lead to Vagus nerve dysfunction including daily, physical, biochemical, and psychological stressors. Dr. Habib highlights the critical role of breath and breathing in Vagus nerve stimulation as well as the importance of reducing stressors, engaging gut function, engaging in stress-reducing psychological therapy, exercise and recovery, and managing daily emotional and psychological stressors to optimize this lesser-known but critical component of optimal health. I’m your host, Evelyne Lambrecht, thank you for designing a well world with us. Episode Resources: Dr. Navaz Habib - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/drnavazhabib Truvaga - https://www.truvaga.com/ gammaCore - https://www.gammacore.com/ Designs for Health - https://www.designsforhealth.com/ Research Blog: Probiotics and the Vagus Nerve – a New Frontier for Psychiatric Conditions - https://www.casi.org/node/892 Science Update: Recent Review Explores Relationship Between Pain Perception and the Gut Microbiome - https://www.casi.org/node/1567 Research Blog: The Supportive Role of L-Glutamine in Mental Health and Gut Health - https://www.casi.org/Supportive-Role-L-Glutamine-Mental%20Health-Gut-Health Blog: Lifestyle Choices for Cardiovascular Wellness: The Latest Clinical Research - https://www.casi.org/lifestyle-choices-cardiovascular-wellness-latest-clinical-research Visit the Designs for Health Research and Education Library which houses medical journals, protocols, webinars, and our blog. https://www.designsforhealth.com/research-and-education/education Chapters: 00:00 Intro. 01:54 What is the Vagus nerve and what do all practitioners need to know about it? 04:30 Dr. Habib’s personal health journey brought him into the functional medicine world. 06:43 The body-brain connection and the afferent and efferent fibers of the Vagus nerve. 10:14 The influence of the Vagus nerve on the balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic. 12:28 Is the Vagus nerve actually the problem or the symptom? 15:01 Common conditions and symptoms that can be linked to Vagus nerve dysfunction. 18:43 Four possible causes that can lead to Vagus nerve dysfunction including daily, physical, biochemical and psychological stressors. 26:00 Dr. Habib’s approach to assessing Vagus nerve function and HRV signals as recommendations for when to push and when to recover. 30:10 Variables and measurements to consider when recommending HRV tools. 32:48 Tactics for improving heart rate variability and Vagus nerve function. 36:46 Expected results from the electric stimulation of the cervical trunk of the Vagus nerve. 39:00 A comparison of the Truvagu and GammaCore nerve stimulator devices. 40:35 Dr. Habib highlights case studies of using electrical stimulation in his practice. 46:40 Three key recommendations for Vagus nerve stimulation at home. 53:25 Enhancing breath control through daily practices of humming, gargling, chanting, and singing. 57:25 Advances in Vagus nerve research and inflammation. 59:51 Dr. Habib personal favorite supplements, top health practices that keep him resilient and healthy, and the daily health practice that he has changed his mind about.
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  • How to Approach Brain Health After Traumatic Brain Injuries with Simone Fortier

    How to Approach Brain Health After Traumatic Brain Injuries with Simone Fortier
    May 29 2024
    A highly regarded lecturer, teacher, and innovative fascia therapist, Simone Fortier is also the author of How to Beat Brain Burps (an exercise-based way for children to ignite all facets of their brain for streamlined learning) and Gaining Control Over Pain which contains eleven secret healing therapies that patients can practice in their own time. As an acclaimed International Concussion Teacher and ADHD Consultant, her expertise extends far beyond the realms of traditional therapy. Simone is a Fascia Treatment and Course creator, whose results have been hailed as transformative by professionals across the globe, from the elite spheres of NHL, MLB, and NFL athletes to the precision-driven world of Olympic competitors. Simone sees the bigger picture and works backward. Knowing that treating the symptom of a problem will lead to continuous treatments without resolution, she teaches us to get to the root cause of the problem to create permanent change. Sought after in the four corners of the world, Simone's mission has always been to help people. Now, with her expertise in high demand, she travels the world to share her knowledge with Health Practitioners and Advanced strength Coaches so that their clients and athletes will have access to true fascia therapy and the ability to find real brain-boosting and pain-healing solutions in their own locations. Together Dr. Simone and I discuss traumatic brain injury, brain health, ADHD, and specifically, healing in the 20% of people who do not heal from traumatic brain injuries within 4 weeks. Simone has personal experience with ADHD, traumatic brain injuries, and chronic pain, and has dedicated her professional life to serving those with brain injuries through systems that optimize healing with supplements that get the brain out of fight or flight mode. In our conversation, she underscores the danger of picking and choosing which supplements to take each day and highlights key components of her systematic approach to treating neurotransmitter issues. Simone also touches on the importance of attending to the fascia and offers simple techniques to engage the fascia for optimal health. I’m your host, Evelyne Lambrecht, thank you for designing a well world with us. Episode Resources: Dr. Simone Fortier Simone's Brain Health Assessment Designs for Health Nutrition Blog: Can Taurine Support Neurological Health? Nutrition Blog: The Association of Vitamin D and ADHD in Children Research Blog: Taurine’s Impact on Stress and Mental Health Research Blog: The Potential Role of the GABAergic System in ADHD Development Visit the Designs for Health Research and Education Library which houses medical journals, protocols, webinars, and our blog. Chapters: 00:00 Intro. 02:22 Simone’s personal experience with ADHD, traumatic brain injuries, and chronic pain. 06:18 Simone’s head injury systems and supplement collaboration with Designs for Health. 07:40 80% of people heal from brain injuries within 4 weeks, but what options are available for the other 20%? 10:52 ADHD does not develop as a result of brain injury, rather it is a genetic condition that people are born with. 14:07 Simone’s approach to treating brain injuries with higher supplemental doses that get the brain out of fight-or-flight mode. 20:10 The danger of picking and choosing which supplements to take each day. 25:48 Key components of Simone’s systematic approach to treating neurotransmitter issues. 29:42 Reasons that supplemental blends may compete rather than optimize performance. 33:40 Success stories of Simone’s systems for injured athletes who have been self-medicating. 35:55 Highlights from Simone’s current research regarding nutrient deficiencies and genetics. 40:11 Forward head posture and other physical aspects that are impacting the fascia. 44:44 Simone’s long-time fascial work and approach to engaging the fascia to open up. 48:58 Nutrition and timing of taurine supplements to help the 20% that don’t heal from brain injuries. 50:51 Simone’s changing perspective on nutrition and the importance of supplements, her personal favorite supplements, and her preferred health practices.
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  • Treating Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain with Functional Medicine with Dr. Jessica Drummond

    Treating Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain with Functional Medicine with Dr. Jessica Drummond
    May 22 2024
    Dr. Jessica Drummond, DCN, CNS, PT, NBC-HWC, is the founder and CEO of The Integrative Women’s Health Institute, The Outsmart Endo Health Coaching Program, and the creator of the Women’s Health Coach Certification. She is passionate about caring for and empowering people who struggle with women’s and pelvic health concerns. She is equally passionate about educating and supporting clinicians and wellness professionals in confidently and safely using integrative tools to transform women’s and pelvic healthcare. Dr. Drummond has two decades of clinical experience as a licensed physical therapist, licensed clinical nutritionist, and board-certified health coach working with women with pelvic pain, including endometriosis, vulvodynia, and bladder pain syndrome. She brings a unique, conservative, and integrative approach to supporting women to overcome hormonal imbalances and chronic pain conditions. She is a sought-after international speaker on topics such as integrative pelvic pain management, natural fertility options, optimal hormone health, menopause, and female athlete nutrition. Dr. Drummond was educated at the University of Virginia, Emory University, Duke Integrative Medicine, and Maryland University of Integrative Health. Together Dr. Jessica and I discuss pelvic pain conditions, including endometriosis, and her journey with long COVID. She highlights the signs that indicate pelvic pain is more serious than period pain and shares what screening steps to take next to achieve optimal women's health from the earliest stage. She shares resources for supporting women’s health and increasing endometriosis education from school age, defines the relationship of endometriosis, hysterectomies, and fertility, and underscores the importance of starting with the nervous system in healing pelvic pain. She also shares her experience with long COVID as a practitioner and details how her own journey has changed her approach to helping patients heal. I’m your host, Evelyne Lambrecht, thank you for designing a well world with us. Episode Resources: Dr. Jessica Drummond - https://integrativewomenshealthinstitute.com/ Endo What? - https://endowhat.com/ Below the Belt Film - https://www.belowthebelt.film/ Designs for Health - https://www.designsforhealth.com/ Nutrition Blog: Clinical Studies Investigate the Role of Micronutrients to Support Menstrual Comfort - https://www.casi.org/clinical-studies-micronutrients-support-menstrual-comfort Science Update: Review Explores Role of Micronutrients, Antioxidative Status, and Endometrial Health - https://www.casi.org/role-micronutrients-antioxidative-status-endometrial-health Science Update: Recent Review Explores Relationship Between Pain Perception and the Gut Microbiome - https://www.casi.org/node/1567 Visit the Designs for Health Research and Education Library which houses medical journals, protocols, webinars, and our blog. https://www.designsforhealth.com/research-and-education/education Chapters: 00:00 Intro. 02:16 How common is pelvic pain and what does it encompass? 7:14 Jessica’s background and the career milestones that led her to work with women’s pelvic health. 10:15 Signs that pelvic pain is more serious than period pain and what screening steps to take next. 16:00 Resources for supporting women’s health and increasing endometriosis education from school age. 20:55 The ‘terrible triplets’ of common syndromes that can be addressed by a functional nutrition practitioner can assess for. 22:48 Diagnosing endometriosis at every age of a woman’s life, and the relationship of endometriosis, hysterectomies, and fertility. 28:35 The importance of starting with the nervous system in healing pelvic pain. 32:52 Symptoms and causes of endometriosis, genetic SNPs, and optimizing valve functions. 35:24 Endometriosis surgery requirements, preparations, effectiveness, and recovery. 39:55 Nervous system regulation through effective supplements and physical practices. 44:19 Digestive support and supplements to assist endometriosis healing. 46:05 Jessica’s experience and lessons learned from long COVID as a practitioner. 54:36 Lifestyle and supplement tools that proved helpful to Jessica through long COVID. 1:06:45 Demographics of long COVID risks and sufferers. 1:07:45 Jessica’s supplement list, favorite health practices, and the approach to patients that she has changed her mind about over the years.
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  • Focusing on the Pediatric Gut Microbiome with Dr. Elisa Song

    Focusing on the Pediatric Gut Microbiome with Dr. Elisa Song
    May 15 2024
    Dr. Elisa Song is a Stanford-, NYU-, UCSF-trained holistic pediatrician. She founded Whole Family Wellness (formerly Whole Child Wellness), an integrative pediatric practice in Belmont, CA – one of the first and most highly regarded holistic pediatric practices in the country. She also created Healthy Kids Happy Kids – dedicated to empowering parents to take charge of their kids’ health by integrating conventional and functional pediatrics with an evidence-based approach. Dr. Song is a holistic pediatrician, integrating conventional pediatrics with functional medicine, holistic nutrition, homeopathy, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and essential oils. She is also a lecturer for the Center for Education and Development in Clinical Homeopathy (CEDH), Academy for Pain Research, Institute for Functional Medicine, and Holistic Pediatric Association. Together Dr. Elisa and I examine the importance of supporting children’s gut microbiome from their very first days to support a long life of health and wellness. She covers the full spectrum of holistic pediatric care, from stress-reducing prenatal care and first solid foods to effective and appropriate supplements and probiotics in the teen years. She offers a practical approach for practitioners to effectively support their patients and their children’s gut. Elisa also highlights the dangers of inappropriate levels of antibiotic use and shares a host of supplement recommendations that parents can consider when finding the right balance of functional and traditional medicine for their children. I’m your host, Evelyne Lambrecht, thank you for designing a well world with us. Episode Resources: Dr. Elisa Song - https://healthykidshappykids.com/ Designs for Health - https://www.designsforhealth.com/ Research Blog: Staying Up-to-Date on Probiotics for Pediatric Health - https://www.casi.org/node/1295 Research Blog: Functional roles of Zinc - https://www.casi.org/node/1193 Research Blog: Benefits of Fiber Intake in Children - https://www.casi.org/node/1631 Research Blog: Potential Benefits for Bovine Colostrum in Pediatric Health - https://www.casi.org/node/1564 Research Blog: Probiotics May Support Pediatric Gastrointestinal Health and Colic in Infants - https://www.casi.org/node/1454 Nutrition Blog: Supporting the Pediatric Allergic Response with Quercetin - https://www.casi.org/node/1630 Visit the Designs for Health Research and Education Library which houses medical journals, protocols, webinars, and our blog. https://www.designsforhealth.com/research-and-education/education Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:26 Dr. Elisa’s steps to incorporate holistic and functional medicine into her pediatric practice. 5:05 Known areas of impact in children’s gut microbiome including the gut-brain connection, the effects of antibiotic use, and the impact on every system in a child’s body. 9:09 The critical importance of a healthy gut microbiome in the first 1,000 days of a developing immune system. 14:31 Timelines for introducing solid foods and the dangers of not properly managing stress while supporting a healthy gut microbiome. 21:08 Tactics for practitioners to effectively support patients through gut-friendly stress management. 26:02 Important facts about the impact of glyphosate and antibiotics on the gut microbiome. 38:14 Tactics for supporting gut health during times when antibiotics are necessary. 42:58 Supplement dosing recommendations for zinc, omega-3, glutamine, and quercetin. 53:26 Elisa’s recommendations for probiotics and daily fiber requirements from infancy through childhood and what she has changed her mind about through her years of practice. 1:01:25 Tactics for supporting a healthy gut microbiome through fermented foods in the diet and flavor learning. 1:07:30 Elimination diet tips and tricks and timelines for success. 1:12:40 Antimicrobial recommendations for children. 1:15:20 Elisa’s personal favorite supplements and top health practices that keep her well.
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  • Proactive Prenatal and Neurodevelopment Care with Dr. Ari Calhoun

    Proactive Prenatal and Neurodevelopment Care with Dr. Ari Calhoun
    May 8 2024
    Dr. Ari Calhoun is a perinatal and pediatric naturopathic doctor and mother of two. She is the owner and director of Wholesome Brain Medicine, focusing on optimizing neurodevelopment and emotional regulation from the womb onward. As an adjunct faculty of the Medical Academy of Pediatrics, she is a passionate speaker and advocate on the importance of a biomedical approach toward neurodevelopmental disorders. She is licensed by the California Board of Naturopathic Medicine, holds a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University in San Diego, California, and graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and a Minor in Clinical Nutrition Sciences from Syracuse University in Syracuse, New York. Together Dr. Ari and I dive into the many ways that practitioners can take a proactive stance on prenatal and neurodevelopmental care to support the high-risk profiles of their patients. She shares tactics for mitigating risk and supporting proactive prenatal and neurodevelopmental care through nutrients. She highlights research behind anti-brain antibodies in pregnant moms, details folate receptor antibodies, offers lab recommendations, and explores the need for dairy in most diets. Ari also covers the risks associated with maternal infections, the supplements and lab tests that she recommends for her patients, and the danger of a zinc-copper imbalance. Ari has a wealth of information on these lesser-known topics, and our conversation is filled with a variety of clinical pearls that practitioners can use to help support parents as they navigate prenatal and postpartum care as well as for children with autism. I’m your host, Evelyne Lambrecht, thank you for designing a well world with us. Episode Resources: Dr. Ari Calhoun Wholesome Brain Medicine Designs for Health - https://www.designsforhealth.com/ Nutrition Blog: Choline – A Critical Nutrient During Pregnancy - https://www.casi.org/node/1080 Research Blog: Do Higher Prenatal Choline Levels Mitigate Fetal Impact of Respiratory Infections - https://www.casi.org/node/1274 Research Blog: Autism and Cerebral Folate Deficiency - https://www.casi.org/bid/166694/Autism-and-Cerebral-Folate-Deficiency Research Blog: Functional roles of Zinc - https://www.casi.org/node/1193 Science Update: Recent Study Explores Impact of Folate Supplementation During Pregnancy on Newborn’s DNA Methylation and Neural Outcomes - https://www.casi.org/node/1596 Science Update: New Study Investigates the Effect of Vitamin D Status during Pregnancy on Infant Neurodevelopment - https://www.casi.org/node/1312 Visit the Designs for Health Research and Education Library which houses medical journals, protocols, webinars, and our blog. https://www.designsforhealth.com/research-and-education/education Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:05 Ari recalls the experiences that fueled her passion for brain health, fertility, and working with children. 04:45 Holistically optimizing neurodevelopment starts with a focused approach to maternal prenatal health. 08:04 The impact of maternal immune activation and inflammation on neurodevelopment. 13:02 Common maternal infections that tend to trigger immune activation, include stress and metabolic conditions. 16:41 Ari highlights safe prenatal nutrients that have been sufficiently studied and optimize prenatal care. 21:39 Details and dosing for zinc, copper, folate, Vitamin C, and other beneficial supplements. 27:00 Research regarding the safety and concerns of melatonin use in pregnancy. 28:49 Ari weighs in on glutathione controversy and Tylenol usage in pregnancy. 32:07 The phenomenon of anti-brain antibodies and their association to severe forms of autism, and key risk factors for mom and baby. 36:51 Determining the appropriate timing for anti-brain antibody testing to proactively support high-risk patient profiles. 38:48 Specialized lab testing recommendations for preconception care based on mom's immune concerns and history of miscarriage. 42:00 Addressing concerns before conception based on the patient's ideal timeline. 44:05 Ari shares the teaching and personal experiences that have shaped her compassion and desire to help parents find answers and solve the pieces of their child's puzzle. 46:18 Pro-resolving mediators can be used in high doses for infection and injury in pregnancy as well as for children with autism. 47:52 The danger of low zinc-to-copper ratios and the mechanisms behind the imbalanced levels. 54:32 Supplementing with zinc and other supplements can be the easy solution to most copper imbalance-related issues. 55:20 Ari highlights the training and experience that she has gained in these little-researched topics. 58:10 Ari shares her top three supplements, her evolving health practices around diet, sleep, and exercise, and the dairy-free idea that she has changed her mind about.
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