Sensible Health Solutions with Dr. Scott Luper

In our previous episode, Hallie and Dr. Luper took a dive into the immune system, its parts, functions and more. In this episode we will explore how to support immune function and overall wellbeing. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.

Our immune systems play a huge role in helping regulate our overall health -- but what exactly does the immune system consist of? In this episode, Hallie and Dr. Luper take a dive into the immune system, its parts, functions and more! This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your heal...

Proper kidney function is a vital part of overall health, and in this episode Hallie and Dr. Luper discuss practical tips and lifestyle changes to help improve it! This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.

The liver is one of the most vital organs in our bodies, and helping support it is imperative to good health. In this episode, Hallie and Dr. Luper discuss ways to help improve liver function. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.

Sometimes things happen outside of our control, throwing us into crisis mode. The stress can feel daunting, but luckily, there are practical tips to implement to help ease the burden. In this episode, Hallie and Dr. Luper discuss ways to tackle crisis. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any ch...

Having trouble finding joy in your workout routine? You're not alone! In this episode, Hallie and Dr. Luper discuss ways to add joy into your daily movement practice. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.

In this episode, Hallie and Dr. Luper discuss practical tips for treating a lingering cough.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.

In this episode, Hallie and Dr. Luper discuss how to not only lose weight, but maintain the weight loss long-term. Tune in for practical lifestyle changes that will help support finding a healthy weight! This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.

Improving and maintaining balance is key to keeping yourself healthy and injury free, especially as we age... but how exactly do we achieve better balance? Tune in as Dr. Luper and Hallie discuss practical tips for improving physical balance, as well as discuss lifestyle factors that may contribute to feeling off-balance. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medic...

Ear infections are a common issue that can be caused by a multitude of factors such as common colds, allergies, or bacteria entering the ear. Tune in to learn more about combating and preventing ear infections in this week's episode! This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your healt...

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a group of genetic disorders that causes weakened connective tissue throughout the body, resulting in symptoms such as chronic pain, joint hypermobility and fragile skin. While there is no current cure for EDS, in this episode Hallie and Dr. Luper share practical tips for symptom management. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medi...

Our brains have a reward system, regulated by the release of a "feel-good" hormone -- dopamine. When dopamine is dysregulated, we often feel less motivated, impulsive or inescapably bored; this leads to behaviors like endless social media scrolling, searching for dopamine in sugary foods, or turning to addictive behaviors to get a quick dopamine fix. In this episode, Dr. Luper and Hallie share ins...

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that impacts roughly 10 million Americans annually. SAD is known to be triggered by the change of seasons  -- but how exactly do we combat it, and what can we do to avoid feeling it going forward? Tune in for a conversation that helps listeners understand the big picture behind Seasonal Affective Disorder.   This podcast is for informationa...

In this episode, Hallie and Dr. Luper discuss fibromyalgia -- a chronic disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, trouble sleeping, and cognitive issues. Tune in for insight on what lifestyle choices can increase flare ups, and how to manage them.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provide...

In this week's episode, Hallie and Dr. Luper share insight into House Bill 147 and Senate Bill 193, legislation that would give Naturopathic physicians prescribing rights in Alaska. About HB 147: This bill modifies Alaska's laws regarding naturopathy by establishing a new system; giving naturopaths the right to obtain licensure to prescribe and administer prescription drugs. About SB 193: Alaska S...

We often think of signs of ailments as an issue needing to be fixed -- what happens when we reframe that thought? Think of symptoms as clues; when we see symptoms as solutions, we give ourselves the opportunity to fix the root cause of the ailment, not just the symptom. In part two of our symptoms series, Hallie and Dr. Luper give insight on how to listen to our bodies and use pain as a tool towar...

We often think of signs of ailments as an issue needing to be fixed -- what happens when we reframe that thought? Think of symptoms as clues; when we see symptoms as solutions, we give ourselves the opportunity to fix the root cause of the ailment, not just the symptom.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider b...

Skin health is a buzzing topic in the health and beauty world -- but how exactly do we achieve having healthy skin? In this episode, Hallie and Dr. Luper take a deep dive into improving your health from the inside, to the outside. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health r...

Arthritis is an inflammatory condition impacting nearly 1 in 4 adults in the United States. In this episode, Hallie and Dr. Luper take a deeper look into arthritis prevention, as well as increasing your quality of life once diagnosed. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your heal...

Have you ever wondered how GLP-1 medications actually work in our bodies? In this episode, Dr. Luper takes a deep dive into GLP-1 medications, gut health, sustainable weight loss and more. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.  

Having trouble getting back on track after the holidays? You're not alone! In this episode, Hallie and Dr. Luper talk about how to make your New Year's resolutions into sustainable lifestyle habits. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.  

In this episode, Hallie and Dr. Luper explore sugar -- the good, the bad, and the ugly. Should we be completely sugar free? Is consuming sugar in moderation okay? Tune in to find out! This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.  

In this episode, our hosts continue the conversation on how to build lasting happiness in your life. This week, Hallie and Dr. Luper discuss how practicing mindfulness can make a difference. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.  

In this episode, our hosts continue the conversation on how to build lasting happiness in your life. This week, Hallie and Dr. Luper discuss how the health of your gut microbiome can impact your mood. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.  

In this episode, our hosts continue the conversation on how to build lasting happiness in your life. From mental to physical health, Hallie and Dr. Luper cover a range of practical tips to boost your well-being. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.