The Health Fix Podcast

Have you noticed that your mood improves and you feel more alive when your warm and circulation is improved? Find that you feel best when soaking up some rays at the beach? You're not alone. Research has shown that the skin serotonergic system is activated by warmth and sunlight. Warming up the skin via sunbathing, exercise, infrared light therapy or mechanical stimulation has been found to improv...

Do you have a sugar addiction on top of chronic pain, reduced mobility, cellulite, dull skin, age spots, fine lines and wrinkles, dry or saggy, loose skin? Or do you have diabetes, are pre-diabetic or have hardening of your arteries aka atherosclerosis? The health of your tissues is directly related to adequate blood flow, ability to detoxify the tissues, proper movement of signaling molecules and...

Chronic aches and pains? Why do we have pain, is it our muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, nerves or fascia? All of our tissues are wrapped with a nerve rich fascia that allows our insides and muscles, joints and tendons to move in a fluid fashion under our skin. Our sedentary lifestyles, poor diet and lack of proper hydration cause our fascia to lose elasticity, become brittle and cause pain. C...

Feeling overwhelmed and dealing with stress, depression, and anxiety? A little bit of Vitamin Sea and D are crucial for resetting the nervous system, boosting the mood and invoking a sense of calm. Traditional Chinese Medicine principles note water as the element and blue as the color that goes with the kidneys, the organ that is depleted with stress. Join Doc J as she shares her adventures on the...

Want proof that you can maintain a healthy life balance and still enjoy good food, travel and save room for indulgences along the way? In this episode Doc J interviews journalist turned blogger Kate Kordsmeier from Root and Revel to learn how Kate uses her journalism background to dive deep into the natural health world to share what's legit, DIY projects, travel tips, and recipes all while tellin...

Stress, poor diet, insomnia, and leaky gut cause chronic inflammation in the body that promotes virus replication. We all have viruses hanging out in our bodies whether they are provoking symptoms or not depends on your total body health. Viruses can hijack your ability to make energy and kill your metabolism. They can also cause chronic lymph node swelling in your neck. In this episode Doc J brea...

Studies have shown that stress, brain fog, anxiety and depression can be reduced dramatically when we remove clutter from our home, office and life. In a one click buy and stock up store society it's easier than ever to have anything you want, in whatever quantities you want at your fingertips in too easily. With messages clogging inboxes, uncategorized documents on the computer and the never endi...

Studies have shown that stress, anxiety and depression can be reduced dramatically with regular meditation. However, not many are able to meditate at all let alone on a regular basis.  Did you know there's a device that can teach you how to meditate a few minutes at a time?  The muse is a brain sensing device that serves as your personal meditation assistant.  In addition to guiding your meditatio...

Gut issues like constipation, diarrhea, gas, bloating, IBS, Crohn's and ulcerative colitis are related to the presence or lack of certain gut bacteria. The overproduction of gas in the intestinal tract is related to an imbalance of gut bugs, poor digestion, leaky gut, eating too fast and lack of digestive enzymes. The foods you prefer and the way you break them down has a lot to do with your gut b...

Struggling with sinus problems, chronic congestion, chronic throat clearing or migraines? Your gut health and ability to digest foods properly has a lot to do with the health of your sinus tissue. When you wake up congested daily, and are a slave to the nasal spray or allergy medications you are just putting a band aid on an issue that is rooted in your gut. In this episode Doc J breaks down why y...

Do you have chronic pain, struggle to manage stress, or a history of trauma?  We are not taught how to manage our stress effectively thus for many of us we hold it in and eventually it manifests itself as pain.  In over a decade of practice Doc J and friend, Nichole Connelly, have found that the shoulders, hips, neck and back hold onto a lot more than just physical pain.  Doc J has been impressed...

How can light therapy relieve your seasonal affective disorder, depression, chronic pain, skin issues and boost metabolism? Acne, psoriasis, eczema, chronic muscle pain, nerve pain or neuropathy? Struggling with sore muscles after a long day, or slow recovery after workouts is a sign that you are not getting blood flow effectively through your muscles, organs and tissues. In this episode, Doc J Kr...

Feeling stressed, depressed, grumpy or irritable? One way to elevate your mood and calm your mind is to make a connection with someone. Did you know that smiling and laughing can boost serotonin, dopamine and oxytocin?  In this episode Doc J breaks down quick and easy ways to boost your happiness hormones quickly! What You'll Learn In Today's Episode: Why smiling more saves you money How a laugh d...

Struggling with overeating, emotional eating, stress eating and wondering why? Your gut health and ability to digest foods properly has a lot to do with proper brain signaling. Noticing how you turn into a bear each evening ravaging through your kitchen searching for a satisfying snack? Feeling guilt, shame or noticing the scale going up and trying to figure out what to do? In this episode Doc J b...

Feeling tired, weak, flabby and lacking endurance? Want to have muscle definition well past your 90's? Putting the hours in at the gym or racking up miles on the trails but not seeing muscle definition or gain? In this episode Doc J talks about the factors involved in maintaining and gaining muscle mass as you age. What You'll Learn In Today's Episode: How we lose 7 lbs of our muscle mass every 10...

Struggling with an area of pain but not sure what's causing it? Wondering what to do with nagging pain that isn't responding to muscle relaxers and ibuprofen? Not sure how to treat it or if you need to go to the doctor? In this episode Doc J talks about how to narrow down the source of your pain and the steps necessary to manage it. What You'll Learn In Today's Episode: The difference between tend...

Looking for alternative therapies that really work for concussions? Dr. Dan Engle is board certified in psychiatry and neurology, has personal experience recovering from a traumatic brain injury himself and has dedicated his life to helping others understand how brain injuries derail the natural processes that happen in a healthy brain. He's authored "The Concussion Repair Manual", part guidebook...

Gas, bloating, acid reflux, diarrhea or constipation got you wondering what you are supposed to be eating? Trouble losing weight? Lack of appetite or feeling ravenous all the time? Is the elimination an entire food group or a few a good idea? From gluten free to Paleo, to Autoimmune Paleo, to Ketosis, Raw, Vegan, low histamine and more, how do you know what style of eating is best for you? In this...

Chronic aches and pains? Popping more painkillers than you'd like to? Did you know you can store emotions in your body that double as pain? Electroacupuncture has pain relieving and antidepressant properties minus the side effects. In this episode Doc J talks all about her experience with electroacupuncture and how it works to relieve pain, calm the nerves and lift the spirits. What You'll Learn I...

Sick often? Skin not glowing, puffy eyes, dry skin, cellulite hanging around? Belly bloat got you wishing you could wear sweat pants every day? Lymph nodes swollen in the neck that just won't go down. Chronic herpes outbreaks, warts, reactivated mono, hypothyroidism, cellulite, cancer, and inability to lose weight are all related to issues with the lymphatic system. In this episode Doc J breaks do...

Are you or is someone close to you suffering from a traumatic brain injury and just can't seem to get back on track to optimal health? Feeling like you don't know where to turn to get the help you need? Dr. Dan Engle is board certified in psychiatry and neurology, has personal experience recovering from a traumatic brain injury himself and has dedicated his life to helping others understand how br...

Itching, driving you nuts? Unexplained rashes and hives? All the scratching keeping you from sleeping? Feel like you are allergic to everything? Skin sensitive to everything? In this episode Doc J explains how the latest foodie trends, stress and modern day vices combine forces to set us up for rashes, hives and chronic itching. What You'll Learn In Today's Episode: How foodie farmer's market tren...

** This was supposed to be episode 43 and I goofed up - this is the 4th episode in the broken brain series.  ** Ever wondered about the connection between hormones and brain function? In the last episode in a series of four, Doc J discusses how stress induced hormonal imbalances lead to brain fog, memory issues, depression, anxiety, stress eating, PMS, irritability and mood swings. What You'll Lea...

** I goofed up!  This is an additional hormone imbalance podcast that was supposed to follow my next one.  I apologize for my error!!** Energy crashing after lunch, slogging through brain fog, heart racing, too tired to make it to the gym, gaining weight despite dieting, lack of appetite, feeling chilly all the time, hair falling out, dry skin, digestive issues, insomnia? It's possible that your b...

Ever wondered about the connection between genetic mutations, nutrient deficiencies and brain function? In this third episode in a series of four, Doc J discusses the genetic mutations, nutrient deficiencies and dietary considerations that can compound to decrease focus, cause mood swings, provoke anxiety, induce fatigue, promote lethargy and lead to depression. What You'll Learn In Today's Episod...