Dr. Gil Winkelman ND

Are we hardcoded? Does the fact that we have a specific genetic mutation mean that we are in trouble for the rest of our lives? Dr. Gil Winkelman discusses how epigenetics is so important in understanding our genetics. Epigenetics is the study of how DNA gets turned on and off based on a variety of […]

The methylation cycle is a combination of the methionine and folate cycles in the body. Confused? Well don’t be. While there are many technical terms associated with the methylation cycle, understanding the details is important. Having the appropriate balance of methyl in the body is important. Methyl is used by the body as a messenger […]

What if you could use vitamins and minerals to alleviate mental illness? Autism, schizophrenia, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and behavior challenges — all potentially improved through individualized biochemical support. The Walsh Protocol is a scientifically grounded approach to mental health that identifies measurable physiological subtypes and addresses them with targeted nutrient therapy. I...

Pyro-what? What is this pyroluria? The word pyroluria is a combination of pyrrole and urine. It refers to a molecule that shows up in the urine in most people.  Pyrroles are molecules that are created from incomplete breakdown of red blood cells. Many kids with Reactive Attachment Disorder or RAD Disorder have pyroluria. Behavior problems can […]

What is RAD Disorder? RAD stands for Reactive Attachment Disorder. It is becoming more commonplace over time. Many factors contribute to this increase. In this episode of Ask Dr. Gil, I discuss how RAD is becoming more common and who to recognize it.  RAD is not very well understood. It is often confused with other […]

We talked some about the adrenals glands last week. This week I want to explore the adrenals in more depth and discuss some of the aspects of how we know they are out of balance.  

The adrenal glands play an important role in balancing many functions in the body. They work on fight/flight, blood sugar, sleep, and many other functions. Today on Ask Dr. Gil, I talk about the adrenal glands, what they do and how they work a bit. I also give a brief overview of what it takes […]

Hair analysis is a simple and inexpensive test that can be used to discover a lot about one’s health. We can get a sense of what imbalances are in the body and maybe why they are there. Heavy metals can be detected too. But is it accurate and safe? In this episode of Ask Dr. […]

Undermethylation is a problem that affects millions of Americans. Treatment is simple in most cases though there is much misunderstanding about the most effective ways to treat the condition. In today’s Ask Dr. Gil’s podcast, I discuss the best ways to treat undermethyalation and why genetic tests may not be the best approach at this […]

Copper and zinc are extremely important for many functions in the body. Balance between them is crucial for optimal mental and physical health. In this Ask Dr. Gil episode, Dr. Gil Winkelman discusses the effects of copper imbalance and the importance of zinc to many functions in the body.  

Heavy metals are all over. Recently, cadmium and arsenic levels were found to be 49x and 150x high normal levels respectively, in Portland, Oregon. How dangerous is this exposure to the residents? How do you know if there’s a problem? What can you do about it? In this week’s episode of AskDrGil, Dr. Gil talks […]

Histamine is a neurotransmitter. We think of it in terms of allergies but really it has more effects on the brain and nervous system. In fact, it can affect almost any system in the body. In today’s Ask Dr. Gil, I explain the relationship between histamine and epigenetics.  

Anxiety is a powerful sensation. For many people it indicates imbalances in the body that are physiologic. These people benefit from supplementation and other interventions to help balance things. But other people don’t have a physical problem. The anxiety arises because of something deeper. In today’s Ask Dr. Gil podcast, I discuss how anxiety may […]

Mindfulness is quickly becoming a big industry in the United States. A recent NY Times article estimates that the market it quickly approaching $1 Billion. Is it just a fad? Or is there something to be gained from the techniques that Deepak Chopra and Oprah Winfrey recommend? In today’s Ask Dr. Gil podcast, Dr. Gil […]

This is the second part of how to improve your health with gratitude. In this podcast, I talk more about the gratitude practice and how it affects your cells. Epigenetics is the science of how the environment affects our DNA expression. is an important aspect of how DNA works in the body. Cells turn on […]

Gratitude is an important aspect of health. I use HeartMath training to help patients understand the importance of gratitude. Gratitude can help you feel better about your life. But it can also improve many health problems. Listen to find out more.

The question of soul or heart has been posed by scientists, philosophers, and religion for centuries. Is there such a thing as the science of the soul? What is the heart? What makes someone alive? How do we touch something that is seemingly immeasurable? I don’t suppose to know these answers. But I have seen […]

Pyroluria is considered extremely controversial. Does it exist? Is it a real phenomenon? Pyroluria can be debilitating to some people. It can lead to severe mood swings, schizophrenia, ADHD, and general behavior problems. But it can also cause other problems for people. Pyrolyria testing can helpful for diagnosis. In this podcast, Dr. Gil Winkelman discusses […]

21-day detox, 7-day detox, South Beach Diet, juice fast. These are some of the detox plans that are available to you. But how do you know which one is right? Are they safe? What makes them work? In this podcast of Ask Dr. Gil,  I discuss the benefits and the risks of doing a detox program. […]

If you had a way to improve your physical and emotional health in 30-60 minutes a day would you do it? 36 million Americans are starting to do so. Yoga is taking the US by storm. It is over 5000 years old but is just becoming popular here. Why is that? In this week’s podcast, […]

Many people believe that you can’t heal from a concussion. They believe traumatic brain injury is a lifelong affliction. I want to share a 50-year old secret that proves them wrong. Neurofeedback has been around for a long time, and is an excellent tool to treat not only concussions, but also insomnia, depression, anxiety, migraines, […]

Concussion affects at least 3 million Americans every year. There is a lot of talk now about TBI due to football and the movie “Concussion”. But it isn’t only about football players. Many people live with post-concussion syndrome and don’t even know it. Do you know how to recognize the problem? Listen to this podcast […]

In this podcast, I discuss why doing a 21-day detox can help reduce toxins in the body. While diet by itself won’t solve all of your health problems, reducing the toxic load in the system can be helpful. Elimination is important for maintaining optimal health regardless. The organs of elimination are digestion, lungs, and kidneys. […]

I finally put together a podcast. I decided to start with something that is a little complex called Epigenetics. Epigenetics is a new branch of science that looks at how our DNA function changes. DNA will change what it produces based on environmental factors. Diet is an important factor in epigenetics. In this podcast, I […]