Dr. Hotze's Wellness Revolution

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...

Do you feel like your energy is zapped in the afternoons? Most people do! Lack of energy is the most common complaint we receive, and a good quality multi-vitamin is vital to optimizing your health and energy. Join James Bittick, Business Director of Physician’s Preference Vitamins, as he discusses the proprietary blend of vitamins and minerals contained within the Energy Formula. There are severa...

We all age – but have you ever thought about looking at the aging process as a disease that can be treated? It’s time to think outside the box when it comes to aging and longevity! We now have a better understanding of what’s behind the aging process (hint - genetics plays a big part!) and tools to optimize our body as we age. Join Dr. Donald Ellsworth as he shares insights into the aging process,...

Don’t just live longer, live healthier! A natural medication that was discovered in the Eastern Islands centuries ago, is now being studied for its anti-aging properties. Rapamycin (also known as Sirolimus) was originally used as an antifungal medication and was known to suppress the immune system in high doses. More recent studies show its ability to enhance the immune system in lower doses, givi...

Did the COVID lockdowns take the wind out of your sails? Are you still feeling bottled up and ready to energize your life? That’s what happened with our guest today. After traditional medicine failed her in identifying the root cause of her symptoms, she found a natural health provider that has turned her life around in only 6 months! Join Dr. Hotze and his guest, Peggy Wright as they discuss her...

The one hormone in your body that produces energy is Thyroid! As we age, so many of our hormone levels decline, including Thyroid. Unfortunately, hypothyroidism is commonly undiagnosed because traditional doctors sole use of blood tests for diagnosis. The “normal” ranges for thyroid hormones vary so drastically that almost all of us will fall within “normal” ranges, regardless of symptoms. The dow...

When you feel great – you want to look great too! There’s a simple solution to correcting sun damage and stimulating collagen production to reveal younger, healthier looking skin! Join Dr. Hotze and his guest, Bailie Munoz, Aesthetician at Hotze Health & Wellness Center as they discuss Broadband Light (BBL) Therapy and other non-invasive aesthetic services that are safe and effective for both corr...

Have you been told you’re out of your mind? Maybe you just need to find balance! Many of the guests at the Hotze Health & Wellness Center who have seen multiple doctors and been prescribed anti-depressants or other pharmaceutical drugs are now on a path of health and wellness, naturally, with a functional approach to health. Join Dr. Hotze and his special guest, Functional Medicine provider Angeli...

Men – did you know that your mental function is directly affected by your hormones? It’s true! In addition to hormone levels declining with age, toxins in the environment (petrochemical products) can decrease production of male hormones too! Join Dr. Hotze today as he discusses the importance of maintaining optimum hormone levels as we age and learn his secret to increased energy, vitality, drive,...

Are you sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? There’s no sense in suffering! Everyone deserves to have a staff of professionals to coach them on a path of health and wellness. The goal is energy, vitality, and enthusiasm for life! Join Dr. Hotze as he talks with Debbie Janak, R.N., FNP-C, who stumbled down the Western path of medicine until she started practicing natural approaches to health w...

If you tell yourself you’re getting old, your brain will listen. It’s true! It’s not about how old you are, but about how young your energy is! Extending your life depends on your ability to restore, improve and maintain proper nutrients, hormones, and minerals to slow the aging process. Join Dr. Hotze and his incredibly special guest, Suzanne Somers! Suzanne is one of America’s most popular and b...

Did you know that the human gut has more neurotransmitters than the brain! It’s true! An unhealthy gut can cause various health issues that may go unnoticed by traditional doctors. On this week’s podcast, Dr. Hotze is joined by fellow colleague Donald Ellsworth, MD as they discuss the Functional Medicine approach to medicine and finding the root cause of symptoms. “If there’s something wrong with...

Interesting Fact: Most Americans who suffer from heart disease have NORMAL cholesterol levels! In fact, cholesterol is not the cause of heart disease – inflammation is. Several factors that cause inflammation are diabetes, infections (bacterial and viral), heavy metals, high blood pressure, stress, and poor dental hygiene. It is important to prevent and treat the cause of heart disease (inflammati...

Hypothyroidism is commonly misdiagnosed because 95% of people fall within the “normal” reference range on a blood test. Although blood tests are a valuable tool, a clinical diagnosis based on symptoms is key to proper diagnosis of hypothyroidism. Join Dr. Hotze with special guest and hormone/nutritional expert, Dr. Thierry Hertoghe as they discuss Hypothyroidism and a Prevention Protocol for overa...