Vitality Made Simple

Is your gut health silently sabotaging your hormones? In this must-listen episode of Vitality Made Simple, Dr. Debbie Ozment, DDS, sits down with Dr. Lorraine Maita, a holistic longevity doctor with over 40 years of experience, to explore the powerful connection between gut health, bone strength, hormonal balance, and overall well-being. Dr. Maita dives into the often-overlooked topic of constipat...

Could PEMF therapy be the missing link in your health journey? In this enlightening episode of Vitality Made Simple , Dr. Debbie Ozment, DDS, sits down with Dr. William Pawluk, a functional medicine expert and leading researcher in PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) therapy. After experiencing three gastric bleeds and seeing the limitations of conventional medicine firsthand, Dr. Pawluk turned to...

What if the secret to preventing heart attacks and strokes was hiding in your mouth? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Debbie Ozment, DDS, delves into an enlightening conversation with Dr. Tom Larkin, a dentist who challenges conventional thinking and links oral health to life-threatening conditions like heart attacks and strokes. Dr. Larkin takes us through his unique transition from traditional d...

In this fascinating episode, Dr. Debbie Ozment, DDS, sits down with Dr. Nir Barzilai, a leading researcher in aging, to explore the science behind longevity and what truly influences our health as we age. Dr. Barzilai explains why biological age—rather than chronological age—is the key factor in determining health and lifespan. He discusses how aging drives diseases and how targeting aging at a bi...

In this insightful episode, Dr. Debbie Ozment, DDS, MS, welcomes Sue Becker, a food scientist and advocate for real, whole-grain bread, to uncover the truth about modern bread and why it may be harming your health. Sue explains how commercial bread—especially white bread—is made from refined flour stripped of essential nutrients, fiber, and healthy oils. Even “whole grain” bread from stores often...

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With almost 200 episodes on Vitality Made Simple, this is the first one to discuss headaches!  Globally, headache disorders impact almost 40 percent of the population, with women being affected more than men. In this highly relevant interview, headache expert, Dr. Meg Mill, shares her experience and many surprising underlying causes of headache disorders.  You will also get actionable solutions to...

In this episode, Dr. Debbie Ozment sits down with Dr. William Li, physician, scientist, and author of Eat to Beat Disease , to dive into the science of stem cells and their incredible role in regeneration and overall health. Dr. Li explains how stem cells can heal and regenerate tissue in the body, and most importantly, how you can activate your own stem cells through simple dietary changes. You&a...

If you're looking for a simple, nourishing, and cost-effective way to improve your health, bone broth might be the perfect solution! In this episode, Dr. Debbie Ozment, DDS, breaks down the incredible benefits of bone broth—a nutrient-dense liquid rich in collagen, amino acids, and essential minerals. You'll discover how it supports skin health, joint health, and gut health, while also p...

Medical doctor as well as Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Carolyn Dean literally wrote the book on Magnesium!  Author of over 50 books, The Magnesium Miracle was a global bestseller and what she is best known for.  In today’s episode, we discussed the newly revised version of her book entitled “Magnesium:  The Missing Link to Total Health .  The refreshing mineral water that Mike and I drink daily inc...

The average four-year old laughs 300 times a day while the average 40-year old laughs only about four times.  It is time to change that!  While laughing doesn’t erase our problems, it can make us more resilient and better deal with the challenges of life.  Laughter increases oxygen intake, relaxes muscles and triggers the release of feel-good neurochemicals such as dopamine and serotonin.  Studies...

Panos Papadiamantis, cofounder of PNOE, which means “breath of life” in Greek, explains the importance of maximizing oxygen usage to increase Vitality and decelerate aging. In a simple, noninvasive, and inexpensive test, the PNOE breath analysis technology will analyze 23 biomarkers of Vitality, including metabolism, fat-burning efficiency, cellular function, biological age, and VO2Max. VO2Max is...

If you want to feel better, look better, and enjoy better relationships, then you need to optimize your Vitamin D level. Research has proven that it is critical for mental health, with benefits for learning, memory, and even decreasing anxiety and depression. You can ask your doctor to check it or you can get a home test from Everlywell:  https://www.everlywell.com/products/   (I have zero financi...

World expert in Nitric Oxide research, Nathan Bryan, PhD, shares an illuminating exploration of the critical role that the tiny molecule named Nitric Oxide (NO) plays in human health and vitality.  Based on cutting-edge science, he bridges the research with lifestyle approaches that can boost or hinder NO synthesis in the body.  Dr. Bryan clearly underscores the preventable nature of common chroni...

Thank you for being part of the Vitality Made Simple family!  It is a joy for Mike and I to publish this weekly podcast and your listenership is what makes it worth the time.  Our sincere commitment is to equip you to feel better, look better, and to enjoy better relationships.  Life is all about relationships!  Blessings for a fulfilling and energetic 2025! Disclaimer: This podcast is for general...

Do you think about eternity when you think about vitality?  Whether you do or not, this episode will be inspiring and practical.  In it, Dr. Ozment defines what it means to develop a Biblical eternal perspective as related to health and wellness.  She talks about how this point of view impacts different areas of vitality including stress reduction, resilience, immunity, cardiovascular health, and...

You can prevail over cancer!  Connect with Keith at  https://www.prevailovercancer.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoq5QmV5bWviRRh9AU_qCtBzBTlVgyIuO3TEj6ZiwUy0AjsoOZUt and access his excellent online resources.  Keith Bishop, creator of Prevail Over Cancer, shares evidence-based, integrative food, lifestyle, and supplement information that is actionable today.  Keith is a highly experienced pharmacist and nutrit...

People of all ages can benefit from Colostrum’s unique benefits!  It has been shown to enhance gut health, support immune function, and promote tissue repair.  ProColostrum-LD (Liposomal Delivery) from GastroDefense is the high-quality formulation that I recommend for my patients and that I use on a daily basis. I have an affiliation with this company. Please access ProColostrum-LD via the SHOP ta...

Author of “Restored Hope:  A Neuroscience Guide to Optimal Brain and Human Function,” Dr. David Stephens shares his experience using glucose (dextrose) to improve many chronic diseases.  This is a totally new concept for me and I am curiously learning about this philosophy along with you!  Dr. Stephens talks about his research into and clinical outcomes using glucose to rebalance the brain to impr...

What is all the excitement about Donkey Milk?  In today’s episode, Saundra Traywick, citizen scientist and co-owner of DolceDeDonkey Dairy, shares with us the many shocking benefits of Donkey Milk.  Her healing adventure began when her daughter suffered a sudden-onset strep infection that severely impacted her cognition. After exhaustive doctor visits and hours of research, Saundra desperately tri...

A certified Biological Dental Hygienist and Oral-Myofunctional Therapist, Barbara Tritz is a distinguished thought leader in the world of Oral-Systemic Medicine.  I originally heard her speak at an Oral Health Summit that I keynoted in October.  I was beyond impressed with her knowledge and fearlessness in communicating the latest research on fluoride.  For years, I was taught and believed that fl...

Life is all about relationships!  Why do I keep repeating that on a podcast about Vitality?  Physical and mental health will absolutely impact our relationships in innumerable ways. Resilient people have more energy, emotional control, and mental clarity to better relate to the people in their lives that matter.  When Jesus was asked about the most important commandment, He replied, “Love God, Lov...

Is calcium really essential for strong bones and overall vitality? Author of Death by Calcium , Thomas Levy, MD, JD, challenges one of the most deeply rooted beliefs in modern nutrition as he asserts that excess calcium is not only unnecessary but can be outright dangerous. Backed by extensive research studies, Dr. Levy enthusiastically provides an eye-opening discussion of how calcium overload ca...

Doug Evans, author of “The Sprout Book” highlights the incredible potential of sprouting for improved health and vitality.  Sprouts are accessible to everyone, they are delicious, and they are an inexpensive way to have organic, nutrient-dense fresh food. You will enjoy Doug’s accessible and inspiring expertise and glean practical tips and encouragement to start your own sprouting adventure.  With...

Could gluten sensitivity be causing neurological problems in your life?  World-renowned expert in celiac disease, autoimmunity, and the gut microbiome, Alessio Fasano, MD, a pediatric gastroenterologist at Harvard, is my guest today.  Over 2500 years ago, Hippocrates stated “All disease begins in the leaky gut” and now Dr. Fasano is helping us understand why that is true.  In 2000, he and his team...