Dr. Hotze's Wellness Revolution

As women age, hormonal changes can affect their overall health and sense of well-being. The inevitable decline of the hormone progesterone can result in a host of premenstrual symptoms, which can also last longer than normal. This is often referred to as “estrogen dominance.” Interestingly, many refer to progesterone as “the calming hormone” because of its calming effect on the brain that can enha...

At the Hotze Health & Wellness Center, we offer an 8-Point Treatment Regimen that was established and designed by Dr. Steven Hotze to enable our guests to maintain a path of health and wellness naturally. Our treatment regimen will increase your energy and strengthen your immune system, which results in better overall health and improved quality of life. Join Dr. Hotze today as he discusses hi...

Your most productive years are still ahead of you, yet it’s hard to be productive when you run out of energy midday! At 45, Matt found himself feeling tired at around 2:00pm every day. As a local State Farm agent, a husband, and father of 4, Matt knew he needed to make a change. After receiving a glowing referral from his business coach, Coach Burt, Matt visited the Hotze Health & Wellness Cen...

Are you waking up gasping for air? Do you stop breathing while you’re sleeping? Sleep apnea is far more common than most people believe and happens when your body is not moving air efficiently during sleep. Sleep apnea can cause symptoms of increased blood pressure, low energy during the day, depression, irritability, and even more serious complications such as heart disease and stroke if left unt...

Hypothyroidism is commonly misdiagnosed because most doctors use blood tests solely to make a diagnosis. The problem with this is that blood tests only show the amount of thyroid that’s in your bloodstream, not what’s being utilized within your cells. Plus, 95% of patients fall into the “normal” range and there is not a blood test to show how much thyroid is in your cells. This is why a true diagn...

Allergies are a common condition that affects tens of millions of people. Simply stated, an allergy is an abnormal reaction by your body’s immune system to normal substances in the environment (airborne), the foods we eat, or can even be caused by chemical sensitivities. Some allergies cause only minor symptoms, but others can be very dangerous to your health. Most physicians tend to mask the unde...

Hysterectomies are the second most common surgery performed in the United States and involves the removal of the uterus. When should a woman have a hysterectomy? Many times, these surgeries are performed because of symptoms of hormonal imbalance and could be avoided if the hormones were treated naturally. Join Dr. Hotze today as he discusses the effects a Hysterectomy has on a woman’s body and how...

Every year, there are over 700,000 tubal ligations performed in the United States! This procedure, often referred to as “having your tubes tied,” ties off the fallopian tubes and cuts off blood supply to the ovaries, which can cause a host of symptoms related to hormone imbalance. Join Dr. Hotze today as he explains the tubal ligation procedure, how it affects a woman’s body, and natural treatment...

Did you know your body constantly needs electricity to perform well? All good health is based on energy production. Methylene Blue positively influences and benefits the production of electrical energy within the power plants of our cells called the Mitochondria. Methylene Blue is a compound that’s been around for hundreds of years and was used during WWII to protect against Malaria. Join Dr. Hotz...

We spend a lifetime building knowledge! Unfortunately, for most of us, we don’t have the energy to use it once we’ve gained it! Imagine having 35 years of knowledge and the energy and drive of a 30-year-old to share and mentor others. That’s the testimony of our guest today! Tony was struggling with what he calls “blahs” and was placed on a statin drug for high cholesterol, among other drugs. He h...

Luckily, only half of the dentists today are still using dangerous mercury amalgam fillings. In our last episode, we discussed the dangers of these fillings including damage to the nervous system, immune system, digestive system, and vital organs. This week, we discuss how to safely remove these dangerous fillings and how to detox your body in the process. Join Dr. Hotze and special guest, Dr. Bla...

Mercury is a toxic and poisonous substance. In fact, it’s the most toxic natural element found on earth! The harmful effects of mercury in humans includes damage to the nervous system, immune system, digestive system, vital organs, and can be fatal. So, what are the dangers of mercury amalgams used in modern dentistry? Join Dr. Hotze and special guest, Dr. Blanche Grube, as they discuss the harmfu...

Amy had a hysterectomy at 24 years old and was deprived of hormones for her adult life. She was struggling with symptoms of muscle pain, poor vision, extreme fatigue, difficulty with speech, incontinence, and was losing control of several systems in her body. After seeing multiple physicians and countless tests, Amy was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and was recommended a treatment plan that sh...

Do you sit in an office all day or avoid sun exposure? If so, you may be deficient in Vitamin D. Everyone needs Vitamin D for optimal health. Low Vitamin D causes a chain of events which ultimately results in your body not expressing DNA properly. Whatever condition you may have will be heightened if you are Vitamin D deficient. There is also a correlation between low Vitamin D and depression. Vit...

Is your New Year’s Resolution to take charge of your health? If so, this is YOUR year! Good health starts in the mouth and goes all the way to the gut. A common problem seen by physicians across the country is yeast overgrowth (bloating, loose stools, yeast infections, etc.). Yeast is in the fungus family and antibiotics are a common culprit for yeast overgrowth because they kill the healthy bacte...

Do you want healthy and vibrant skin? Many skin care products contain ingredients that are full of petrochemicals not healthy for you or your skin! Lucky for you, we’re highlighting all natural, chemical-free skin care products that will help your skin look and feel fabulous! Join Dr. Hotze and Hotze Beauty’s esthetician Bailie Munoz, who has been a practicing esthetician for 16 years as they reve...

Do you want healthy and vibrant skin? Many skin care products contain ingredients that are full of petrochemicals not healthy for you or your skin! Lucky for you, we’re highlighting all natural, chemical-free skin care products that will help your skin look and feel fabulous! Join Dr. Hotze and Hotze Beauty’s esthetician Bailie Munoz, who has been a practicing esthetician for 16 years as they reve...

In today’s podcast, Dr. Steven Hotze discusses IASIS Neurofeedback with Jason Gourlas, MPAS, PA-C. This is a new modality that we are offering at the Hotze Health & Wellness Center in Houston, Texas. IASIS Neurofeedback has been shown to provide relief from conditions typically associated with brain dysfunction, such as anxiety, depression, sleep issues and focus and concentration issues. Who can...

In this podcast, Dr. Steven Hotze introduces our newest provider at the Hotze Health & Wellness Center, Jason Gourlas, MPAS, PA-C. Learn about Jason’s journey to practicing holistic, functional medicine and the knowledge he brings to our practice to help serve our guests (we call our patients ‘guests’). Jason brings his expertise on natural health care and shares his knowledge of the dangers of me...

Imagine your baby suffering from extreme skin rashes, low energy, weight loss, and screaming for hours on end without any resolve! Imagine that even after following the pediatrician’s advice with consistency your baby was still unable to thrive…that’s Kathryn’s story. Join Dr. Hotze and his long-time guest, Kathryn Ritchie as they discuss her son’s immune health and how he went from a year of suff...

Have you been told you’ll never have children? If so – listen up! As a child, Kathryn was an active ballet dancer. During her teens, her family moved to Russia, and in October of 1999, she and her sister were hit by a drunk driver which killed her sister. The doctors were so busy treating her physical injuries but ignored other symptoms such as low energy. She was in pre-menopause in her 20’s and...

Self-care is not selfish! Did you know that the average life span is 79 years, but the average health span is 63 years…it’s true! By the time most people reach their 60s, their health declines significantly. Taking care of yourself allows you to be available and better serve the people you love! Join Dr. Hotze and Wendi Thompson, a guest at Hotze HWC since 2003. Wendi is a retired geologist from H...

Your dental health has a direct impact on your overall health! Join Dr. Hotze and special guest, Dr. Blanche Grube as they continue their discussion on the correlation between dental health, root canals, amalgams, and systemic disease. Dr. Grube is a renowned thought leader in biological dentistry and is co-developer of the “The Huggins – Grube Protocol.” Dr. Grube was mentored by the late Dr. Hal...

Did you know that 97% of diseases start in the mouth? It’s true! Many diseases are caused by poor dental health and root canals and dental amalgams can cause systemic disease. Join Dr. Hotze and special guest, Dr. Blanche Grube as they discuss the correlation between dental health, root canals, amalgams, and heart disease. Dr. Grube is a renowned thought leader in biological dentistry and is co-de...

Do you struggle with low energy, poor sleep, weight gain, losing hair, brain fog, fibromyalgia, or other unexplained symptoms? Does your doctor tell you that your tests are all “normal,” but you don’t feel normal? That’s Sheri’s story. The fact is that 95% of people fall “within range.” In 2008 Sheri tool the advice of her husband and called the Hotze Health & Wellness Center in hopes that she wou...