Nick McGurk & Dr. Ron Dummar

The Be Well Now Podcast

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Be Well -- a focus on wellness. Now -- a focus on the present moment. Join Dr. Ron Dummar as he fields questions from Nick McGurk...the curious patient. Dr. Dummar is a Chiropractic Physician, holds a masters degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. He selected a scientific evidence based program for his Chiropractic training and additionally completed more than 3,000 hours of training in Acupuncture and Medicinal Herbs. Nick has plenty of questions for Dr. Dummar...what questions do you have? Reach out to us: bewellnowpodcast@gmail.com

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Nick McGurk & Dr. Ron Dummar

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Health

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chwheber.com

Latest episode

Jun 29, 2026

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Episodes

How to SPRING CLEAN your diet! 5 tips for a healthier life 11.04.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Be Well Now, Dr. Dummar outlines 5 ways to live healthier this Spring.  Who is Dr. Ron Dummar? He's a licensed Chiropractic Physician who holds a masters degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.  Dr. Dummar selected a scientific, evidence-based program for his Chiropractic training and additionally completed more than 3,000 hours of training in Acupunct...

Should you be concerned about measles? A Functional Medicine Doctor’s Explanation 13.03.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, Dr. Ron Dummar discusses: -The current measles outbreak -Vaccine immunity vs. Natural immunity -Asymptomatic Carries & Secondary Immune Response -Immunity for those born before 1957 -Measles vs Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease -Treatment for Measles -- Who is Dr. Ron Dummar? He's a licensed Chiropractic Physician who holds a masters degree in Acupunct...

Functional Medicine Doctor Explains why RFK Jr. is good for our collective health 22.02.2025

Send us Fan Mail Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is now Secretary of Health and Human Services -- so what are we to make of his appointment, and what the future might hold? Dr. Ron Dummar shares why he's excited about RFK, and how we might view Kennedy's role and tenure at the helm of HHS. Who is Dr. Ron Dummar? He's a licensed Chiropractic Physician who holds a masters degree in Acupuncture...

Synthetic vs. “Natural” Medicine: how to best choose what goes in your body! (Regenerative Medicine for healing) 17.02.2025

Send us Fan Mail How can we stimulate our own body to heal? In this episode, Dr. Ron Dummar shares his philosophy on healing patients. It’s a fascinating listen for those interested in improving their health!!! Who is Dr. Ron Dummar? He's a licensed Chiropractic Physician who holds a masters degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.  Dr. Dummar selected a scientific, evidence-based program...

Ending Chronic Disease in 2025! 12.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail This podcast is all about chronic disease -- what is is, and how to prevent it. Diabetes, heart disease and obesity are the subject's of this week's podcast. Who is Dr. Ron Dummar? He's a licensed Chiropractic Physician who holds a masters degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.  Dr. Dummar selected a scientific, evidence-based program for his Chiropractic trai...

How to RAPIDLY relieve pain using ancient techniques: BATTLEFIELD ACUPUNCTURE, explained 05.01.2025

Send us Fan Mail Battlefield Acupuncture is a method of rapid pain relief that has gained prominence through military medicine -- but its roots go far back in history as a practice rooted in auricular acupuncture. This episode of Be Well Now is all about exploring the origins, evolution and benefits of Battlefield Acupuncture. Small needles are inserted into specific points on the ear to stimulate...

MEDICAL OPINION: Is RFK Jr. *fit* to lead Dept. of Health and Human Services? 20.12.2024

Send us Fan Mail Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been a prominent voice in questioning the mainstream health narrative, especially around vaccines, toxins, and environmental health. He's facing significant pushback, with 77 Nobel Laureates writing to the Senate -- urging them to deny his confirmation to lead HHS. -- Who is Dr. Dummar? He's a licensed Chiropractic Physician who holds a masters...

NATURAL Pain Relief Through Acupuncture: why & how it works (including proof) Podcast Ep 88 11.12.2024

Send us Fan Mail Acupuncture involves inserting very thin needles into specific points on the body, known as acupuncture points, with the aim of restoring balance to the flow of Qi — the life force in Traditional Chinese Medicine. A growing body of research has explored how acupuncture works in the body to relieve pain. That’s the subject of this week’s episode. Who is Dr. Dummar? He's a lice...

Ancient Healing Massage Technique: Gua Sha (how to do it and 5 easy benefits from home!) 29.11.2024

Send us Fan Mail Gua Sha is a traditional Chinese medicine technique that has gained popularity worldwide. Gua Sha involves scraping the skin with a smooth-edged tool -- often made from jade or rose quartz -- to promote circulation and healing. Curious about how to perform it, and its benefits? This podcast is for you! -- Who is Dr. Dummar? He's a licensed Chiropractic Physician who holds a m...

Treating Hepatitis NATURALLY: Herbs that heal & fortify the liver 01.11.2024

Send us Fan Mail Hepatitis is a viral infection that causes inflammation and attacks the liver, leading to chronic disease and serious complications like cirrhosis and liver cancer. According to the WHO, over 300 million people are living with chronic hepatitis B globally. There are other causes of Hepatitis such as alcohol and autoimmune diseases. So how can traditional Chinese Medicine play a ro...

The MANY benefits of Lymphatic Massage (and how to self-massage or massage your kids)! 25.10.2024

Send us Fan Mail Are you interested in reducing inflammation -- and the potential for disease? It could have a lot to do with the Lymphatic System. In this podcast, learn from massage therapist Stephanie Gulu LMT, CLT, about the techniques behind Lymphatic Massage -- as well as the importance of the Lymphatic System.  Lymphatic massage helps encourage the flow of lymph throughout the body -- helpi...

How women AND MEN can boost fertility (it’s baby making season!) 18.10.2024

Send us Fan Mail If you have a desire to conceive someday, then NOW is the time to prepare — that’s the overarching message of this podcast episode. Dr. Ron Dummar goes over the preconception period — critical for natural fertility — with emphasis on B vitamins, Zinc, selenium and methyl factors (which are essential for early fetal development and reducing birth defects). He also discusses Blood S...

How to SUPPORT your Lymphatic System: 5 strategies | Podcast Episode 82 09.10.2024

Send us Fan Mail A well-functioning lymphatic system is essential for detoxification, immune response and overall health. In this podcast, we go over 5 strategies to support Lymphatic Health. The lymphatic system is a network of vessels, tissues and organs that work together to maintain fluid balance, absorb fats from the digestive system, and support our immune system. The lymphatic system relies...

MAMMOGRAPHY alternative? Thermography—nature’s early breast cancer detection tool 16.09.2024

Send us Fan Mail This podcast is all about Thermography as a first-line diagnostic in cancer detection. You might have heard of mammography as the gold standard for breast cancer screening. But an alternative is gaining traction: thermography. This technique uses infrared heat detection to identify abnormal tissue, and it offers some unique benefits over traditional imaging methods. Thermography i...

MEDICAL OPINION: RFK endorsing Trump is good for our children’s health 08.09.2024

Send us Fan Mail Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wants to Make America Healthy Again — and his recent endorsement of Donald Trump is the subject of this week’s podcast. Kennedy, a prominent environmental attorney, author and political activist, could also have a hypothetical impact on a Trump cabinet (or be named to that cabinet). Dr. Ron Dummar shares his thoughts on that possibility, as well as his though...

Concerned about vaccines? Introducing Homeoprophylaxis for disease prevention 30.08.2024

Send us Fan Mail Fortifying the body against childhood and other infectious diseases through the little-known practice of Homeoprophylaxis -- that's the subject of this week's podcast. Homeoprophylaxis is a method based on homeopathic principles, using highly diluted substances to stimulate the body's natural defenses against disease. Unlike traditional vaccines, HP doesn't rel...

How to treat (and PREVENT) long COVID: top 5 herbs 23.08.2024

Send us Fan Mail Long COVID, or post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection, has left many struggling with lingering symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and respiratory issues. America is turning to herbal remedies for additional support. In this episode of Be Well Now, Dr. Dummar discusses five herbs that may help alleviate these symptoms. Who is Dr. Dummar? He's a licensed Chiropractic Physic...

3 things you can do every day to feel BETTER! Podcast #77 02.08.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, we go into three things you can do to feel better now. 1, cutting the sugar habit and stimulant dependence. 2, drinking more water — specifically, staying hydrated. And 3, move your body. These may sound basic…but make sure to listen for Dr. Dummar’s insight. This was a quicker podcast than usual, what did you think? -- Who is Dr. Dummar? He's a licensed Chir...

How to prepare for (and THRIVE THROUGH) the next pandemic 26.07.2024

Send us Fan Mail Whether it's COVID-19 or another virus, the idea that ANOTHER pandemic will happen seems to be a matter of when, not if... With that in mind, this podcast is all about how to thrive through the next pandemic. We explore mindset, homeoprophylaxis, Vitamin D, Licorice Root, and optimizing your blood labs. -- Who is Dr. Dummar? He's a licensed Chiropractic Physician who hol...

What's in your tap water? You might be surprised 19.07.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we're exploring the vital importance of clean water -- looking back at its historical significance and examining why it remains crucial in the world today. We're also taking a closer look at the Environmental Working Group's analysis of tap water in zip codes 84032 and 84049. As we referred to in the podcast, here's our previous episode to lear...

MEDICAL OPINION: What's wrong with President Biden's health? 08.07.2024

Send us Fan Mail After the presidential debate, the country can't stop talking -- and debating -- about President Biden's mental and physical fitness. In this podcast, Dr. Ron Dummar shares his take on the president's current (and possible future) health. --- Who is Dr. Dummar? He's a licensed Chiropractic Physician who holds a masters degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicin...

The dark side of antibiotics (and how to heal your body naturally) | Podcast #73 30.06.2024

Send us Fan Mail Today we're diving deep into a topic that is both crucial and fascinating: the potential harms of antibiotics and some amazing herbal alternatives. With the rise of antibiotic resistance and side effects, what are your alternatives? That's what this podcast is all about.  --- Who is Dr. Dummar? He's a licensed Chiropractic Physician who holds a masters degree in Acu...

Do you need to DETOX? The truth about "detox diets" 21.06.2024

Send us Fan Mail It's a topic that's often shrouded in mystery -- but is crucial for our well-being: detoxification. In this podcast, Dr. Ron Dummar outlines three signs that you MAY need a detox. Detoxification is your body's natural process of eliminating toxins and harmful substances. Our liver, kidneys, skin and even our lungs play crucial roles in this process. And while our bo...

The BEST ways to use Ozonated Olive Oil! 07.06.2024

Send us Fan Mail What is ozonated olive oil, you ask -- and how can it help?  Ozonated olive oil can promote the healing of skin wounds, it can treat dermatitis, psoriasis, superficial bacterial infections, and even fungal infections, according to a recent study by International Wound Journal. And it's made by passing ozone through olive oil in a contained space --which allows a carbon molecu...

Should I eat the SAME thing every day for optimal health? 29.05.2024

Send us Fan Mail To understand the impact of a repetitive diet, we need to talk about the microbiome -- which is exactly what we discuss in this video. Our gut is home to trillions of microorganisms -- including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. These tiny inhabitants play a crucial role in our digestion, immune function, and even mental health.  So what does the gut microbiome thrive on? Diversity. I...

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