Vitality Made Simple

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Donna Schwenk, founder of Cultured Food Life, shares the incredible healing power of fermented food.  Faced with her own health crisis and that of her infant daughter, she stumbled upon the idea of creating fermented vegetables and experienced an incredible vitality transformation. Feeling energetic and youthful, Donna is incredibly knowledgeable and conversational on this topic and generously sha...

Let's talk all about the health benefits of laughter with Jollytologist Allen Klein.   Allen is an Ambassador of Light who shows people worldwide how to use humor and positivity to deal with life’s not-so-funny stuff.  A TEDx presenter,  Allen has authored over 30 books.  I found him via The Healing Power of Humor, which I bought probably 20 years ago.  This book is timeless; we all need more...

How do beans impact your stress response and stress resilience?  Enjoy this fascinating interview with Nutritionist Karen Hurd, who chronicles the extraordinary detoxification journey of her 18-month old daughter who was dying from accidental poisoning.  When the most esteemed doctors in the country had given up, Karen was relentless in hope and pursuit of answers. As a result of her experience, K...

Deanna Minich, PhD, shares insights from her book, Quantum Healing and introduces us to “flower essences,” which are liquid extracts used to address profound issues of emotional wellbeing and mind-body health. Fascinating and articulate, Dr. Minich is a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, a nutrition scientist, an international lecturer, an educator, and an author - with six consumer books...

Do you need more energy and want to learn how to recharge your mitochondria?  Thomas Levy, MD, JD, shares his fascinating research about how Methylene Blue impacts our cellular powerhouses. Dr. Levy, a board-certified cardiologist and a bar-certified attorney, is now focusing his energy and incredible expertise on educating both physicians and the public. You can connect with Dr. Levy via his webs...

Emeran Mayer, MD, Gastroenterologist, Neuroscientist, and distinguished Research Professor in the Department of Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, generously shares his insight and experience in this relaxing conversation. As a clinician and researcher, Dr. Mayer brings a unique perspective in helping simplify the connection between the gut microbiome, immunity, and the brain...

Aging is not a disease to be feared; it is an adventure to be enjoyed.  In some medical arenas, however, the definition of aging is being redefined as a chronic disease rather than a natural process that we all experience.  In today’s podcast, I have somewhat of a “rant” to explain the irrationality of this new definition. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information and entertainment purpo...

Unfortunately, sub-optimal Vitamin D3 levels and Insulin Resistance are “normal” in our current society.  However, Vitality Made Simple listeners do not want to be normal!  We know that normal is only what is typical at a certain time in history.  In our world, normal is dehydrated, irritated, constipated, frustrated, overscheduled, overstimulated, under rested, under nourished, and totally stress...

Change is tough!  We humans tend to move toward “Lesser Pain” even if that lesser pain is not good for us in the long run. In Episode 119, I’m talking about five simple ways to help someone who is “finally ready” to make health improvements. Because new habits can be overwhelming, I have devised the “Five R’s of Vitality” which help simplify moving into new healthy habit formation. These five stra...

Carolyn Dean, MD, ND, is the world expert on Magnesium and author of The Magnesium Miracle , the authority on Magnesium’s influence on health, fitness and chronic disease. With unique dual qualifications as medical doctor AND a naturopath, Dr. Dean is truly a world expert in Integrative Medicine.  I pray that Dr. Dean’s curiosity, experience, and youthful energy will be an inspiration to you as sh...

In today’s podcast, I’m doing a short book review on The Biology of Belief, an incredible book by Bruce Lipton, PhD, that looks scientifically at how our beliefs impact our physiology. His studies are absolutely amazing! Additionally, I’m talking about how “God said it first” in the Bible.   This is information that can increase your vitality, improve your relationships, and take the stress out of...

Heart health champion, Dr. Royce Bargas, shares insight into her world of Integrative Cardiology, where the focus is on prevention and total body vitality rather than just managing disease. Dr. Bargas is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular disease, and Cardiac Electrophysiology, and is certified by the Institute of Functional Medicine.  She utilizes the roots of Osteopath and the...

A pioneer in the field of “Microbial Ecology,” Dr. Raul Cano generously  shares the latest research in the world of probiotics, gut health and soil health.  Microbial Ecology, the study of how microorganisms interact with their environment, with each other, and with other plant species, is an exciting field that impacts the future of each and every one of us.   Dr. Cano has had an incredible caree...

Renowned cardiologist, New York Times bestselling author of the Wheat Belly series, and tireless health crusader, William Davis, MD, is an absolute master at connecting the dots between modern ailments and the gut microbiome. Enjoy today’s episode as he clearly presents new research on safe sweeteners, the real dangers of common emulsifiers, and the benefits of Astaxanthin.  We had a lively discus...

Everybody knows someone battling cancer. Fusobacterium nucleatum is an oral anaerobe that trans-locates to other areas of the body. It negatively impacts gut health in a number of ways including contributing to Irritable Bowel Syndrome.  Initially it was found to be prevalent in human colorectal cancer (CRC) where it is associated with poor treatment outcomes. It is being widely studied and found...

The research is clear!  A happy marriage boosts health, vitality, and lifespan.  Married men have lower levels of stress hormones and married women experience less anxiety and conflict than do their single counterparts.  Today’s guest and cofounder of Awesome Marriage Podcast, Dr. Kim Kimberling, is a wealth of knowledge and experience when it comes to marriage and healthy relationships.  He has b...

Keith Bishop, creator of Prevail Over Cancer, shares evidence-based, integrative food, lifestyle, and supplement information that is actionable today.  A pharmacist and nutritionist with a commitment to helping as many people as possible, Keith is widely known as the Cancer Cowboy.  His Instagram is fascinating and he has a wealth of free information on his website www.prevailovercancer.com . Disc...

This is a podcast that you will want to share far and wide!  Holistic Cancer Coach, Karla Mans Giroux, talks about key factors that have been proven to help people survive cancer.  We are not talking about the typical areas such as diet and exercise!  Surviving cancer is much more than “eat greens and take vitamins”; emotions play a key role and are too often overlooked.  Coach Karla works closely...

David Minkoff, MD, truly practices what he preaches! Youthful still although in his mid 70’s, he has completed 47 Iron Man competitions - most recent one in Kona, Hawaii. This episode will help you understand the underlying deficiencies that are likely responsible for your body’s inability to repair injuries.  Dr. Minkoff gives sustainable strategies and real-life examples.  You can find Dr. Minko...

The oil from the liver of the Cod fish has helped humankind for centuries.  Its many benefits are just as sensational today as they were back in the 1700’s. A food source for Vitamins A and D, as well as Omega 3 Fatty Acids, Cod Liver Oil is accessible, inexpensive, and tasty.  Today’s episode will inspire you to incorporate this medical food into your day to increase your Vitality by decreasing c...

Thomas Levy, MD, JD, shares specific protocols to overcome colds and viruses - no prescription necessary.  Curious and brave, Dr. Levy graduated with honors from Tulane Medical School in 1976, and then from Denver College of Law in 1998.  A board-certified cardiologist and a bar-certified attorney, Dr. Levy is now focusing his energy on educating both physicians and the public on the life saving b...

Having traveled around the world searching for effective and less toxic ways to heal people, Dr. Thomas Lodi is a pioneer in the field of Integrative Cancer Therapy.  Before graduating from the Hawaii School of Medicine in 1985, Dr. Lodi worked for a decade as a clinical psychologist. He truly treats people from the perspective of body, mind, and spirit.  His healing approach is truly revolutionar...

It is a pleasure to welcome Cass Nelson-Dooley to Vitality Made Simple!  An expert in Medicinal Plants via her research in Panama, Cass is the author of an intriguing book entitled Heal Your Oral Microbiome.   Her perspective is especially fascinating to me because she is NOT a dentist!  Writer, researcher, and speaker, Cass helps people understand the impact that the mouth exerts on total body we...

What in the world is Colon Hygiene?  Although Colonic Hydrotherapy has been used globally for years, it is certainly new to me.  An expert in this area, Dirk Yow, a curious and humble expert in colon health, is my guest today and explains this traditional detoxification therapy.  In this interview, we also get to the bottom of several interesting detoxification methods, including Coffee Enemas. Di...