Heathar Shepard

The Primal Pioneer

Health EN ↓ 200 episodes

The Primal Pioneer is a no nonesense podcast dedicated to helping people self-heal their body. Through nature, homeopathic medicine and homesteading, Heathar teaches you how to live a healthy life outside of the confines of modern medicine and mainstream ways of living.

Author

Heathar Shepard

Category

Health

Podcast website

www.heatharshepard.com

Latest episode

Dec 14, 2024

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Episodes

Carbohydrate Metabolism and Understanding Its Role in Your Health 10.08.2020

In episode 25 of the Primal Pioneer, I am diving into this topic of carbohydrate metabolism as it’s a very misunderstood topic and such a big driving cause of our modern-day diseases.⁣ Some topics we touch on include:⁣ To understand the connection between carbohydrates and negative health effects in our body, we have to discuss the topic of deuterium.⁣ One of the main ways that deuterium is deplet...

Utilizing Healthy Carbohydrates in Our Diet & Debunking the Carbs Are Bad Myth 03.08.2020

In episode 24 of the Primal Pioneer, we are diving into why you should dissolve these limiting beliefs and how you don’t have to take on a deprivation attitude when it comes to these foods. Instead, you can have carbs and sugars within your diet without pathological impacts on your body. Some topics we touch on include:⁣ How a light environment plays a crucial role in how we process and digest car...

Your Overall Health Can Be Linked to Your Environment 27.07.2020

In episode 23 of the Primal Pioneer, we are diving into a nature and science-based approach to health. I will be talking all about relocation, not necessarily real estate, but relocation when it comes to your health. Some topics we touch on include:⁣ The thought of relocating for your overall health can seem ludicrous, however, the choice to relocate in support of my health has been an absolute bl...

The Immune System: What It Is & How It Works to Protect You 20.07.2020

In episode 22 of the Primal Pioneer, I want to discuss fevers, herd immunity, and how you can detect the state of your health by learning to read the signs your immune system is giving you. Some topics we touch on include:⁣ How we view sickness as a weakness, and we prevent being sick at all costs. Instead, we need to start shifting our entire mindset around getting an acute illness such as flu, c...

The Benefits of Colon Hydrotherapy with Amy Herraera 13.07.2020

In episode 21 of the Primal Pioneer, I interview certified Colon Hydrotherapist Amy Herraera. Amy and I talk about the most effective colon hydrotherapy modalities out there today that she utilizes in her colon hydrotherapy practice. Some topics we touch on include:⁣ The differences between standard colonic therapy treatment vs. angel of water treatment.⁣ How there’s a lot of emotions tied to your...

Bio-Hacking Utilizing Bulletproof Coffee and Cold Hydrotherapy and How Gender Can Affect the Results 06.07.2020

In episode 20 of the Primal Pioneer, I discuss the role gender plays on trending health practices such as bulletproof coffee and cold hydrotherapy. Some topics we touch on include:⁣ Before you dive headfirst into any health trend, you must take into account your personal health history and gender.⁣ Know that if you’re having a strong reaction to something that a healthcare practitioner prescribed...

Coffee Please! Mindful Coffee Consumption to Improve Your Health with Andrea Obregón 29.06.2020

In episode 19 of the Primal Pioneer, I discuss mindful coffee consumption with Andrea Obregón, one of the most amazing coffee experts I have met in my life. Some topics we touch on include: Andrea’s personal journey to becoming a coffee connoisseur and the cultural value of coffee in some countries. How coffee has a mind of its own and how it affects the labor intensive and difficult process of co...

Natural Sources of Vitamin D and Melatonin and Why Supplements Aren't Necessary 22.06.2020

In episode 18 of the Primal Pioneer, I’m talking all about natural sources of vitamin D and melatonin and why supplements are not necessary to be healthy. Some topics we touch on include:⁣ ⁣ Why all supplements aren’t created equal...but most are more harmful than helpful.⁣ My approach to supplementation and why vitamin D supplements are dangerous alternatives to the real deal: sunshine.⁣ Why mela...

Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) and Their Potential Health Risks with Zen Honeycutt 15.06.2020

In episode 17 of the Primal Pioneer, I discuss Genetically Modified Organisms with Zen Honeycutt, founder of Moms Across America, a national coalition of moms determined to raise empowered, healthy kids. Some topics we touch on include: Zen’s journey to becoming an advocate against GMOs, and why going 80-20 organic is NOT enough to protect yourself and your family’s health. Basic facts everyone ne...

TBI: Traumatic Brain Injuries - How to Heal and Recover 08.06.2020

In episode 16 of The Primal Pioneer, I discuss a struggle that I’ve experienced first-hand: healing from a TBI, or traumatic brain injury. Some topics we touch on include: My traumatic brain injury story and my 13-year-long search for answers...until I discovered the benefits of sunlight for brain health The powerful relationship between sunlight and mitochondrial health, and how this relationship...

Chemotherapy and Other Cancer Therapies 01.06.2020

In episode 15 of The Primal Pioneer, I discuss a topic that’s very close to my heart: cancer and helping people heal in a truly holistic and empowering way.

Benefits of Red Light Therapy with Kyle Vonderhaar 25.05.2020

In episode 14 of The Primal Pioneer, I’m joined by Kyle Vonderhaar, owner and founder of Midwest Red Light Therapy, to discuss the significant health impacts of artificial light and how red light therapy can drastically improve your health and overall wellbeing.

EMF Mitigation and What You Need to Know About It 18.05.2020

In this episode, we will be discussing what EMF is, its potentially negative effects, and how you can use EMF mitigation to live a happy, healthier life.

5 Steps to Overcoming Gut Autoimmunity 09.12.2019

Is your gut telling you that something is off? You might just need a "gut memory transplant." Heathar talks about the five steps to overcoming gut autoimmunity, including IBS, Candida, SIBO and Crohns and Colitis. In order to weed out all of the pathogens in your gut, your gut needs a "memory transplant" and Heathar discusses how.

Blue Light Toxicity 25.11.2019

Your light environment is the #1 most overlooked topic in the health field. And it can set the stage for many chronic diseases. Heathar discusses how non-native blue light significantly increases your risk for cancer, autoimmunity, and many other chronic health diagnoses.

Navigating the Cancer Terrain 18.11.2019

No two cancer patients are alike. Dr. Nasha Winters, ND, FABNO joins the show to discuss a metabolic approach to cancer and how the body’s terrain influences cancer risk and outcomes.

The Truth About Cholesterol 11.11.2019

Cholesterol is not a four-letter word! Heathar discusses why there's so much fear around cholesterol, why it's one of the most misunderstood topics in the wellness world and what your cholesterol labs really reveal about your health.

Why Can't I Poo? 04.11.2019

Got poop problems? In this episode, Heathar talks about common reasons why folks struggle with constipation and why a modern approach to constipation is causing more harm than good.

Are You Living Like A Polar Bear with Dr. Leland Stillman 28.10.2019

What do polar bears, sunlight and cold exposure have in common? They may hold the key to understanding inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. Dr. Leland Stillman practices holistic and integrative medicine in Richmond, Virginia and joins the show to discuss the underlying causes of autoimmune diseases, including what a healthy autoimmune system looks like and how signals from the environment influe...

The Role of Epigenetics and Disease 22.10.2019

Epigenetics helps us understand how genes are expressed in our bodies - and it's at the heart of every chronic disease. Heathar discusses why epigenetics is crucial for understanding someone's overall health and why approaching diesease treatment from a genetics standpoint is problematic.

Radionics and Frequency-Based Medicine: The Future of Healing 15.10.2019

Albert Einstein said, "Future medicine will be the medicine of frequencies." The future is here and frequency-based medicine is shifting the way we view healing. In this episode, Heathar shares more about Radionics, one of the more promising freqency-based healing modalities that she's used with herself and clients.

The Healing Benefits of an Animal-Based Diet with Tristan Haggard 08.10.2019

Tristan Haggard, the co-founder of Primal Edge Health, joins the show to discuss the importance of animal-based nutrition and explain the most optimal way to approach a ketogenic diet.

Testing Your Environment for EMFs with Michael Neuert 01.10.2019

Michael Neuert, engineer, licensed contractor and founder of EMFCenter.com, joins the show to discuss the health impacts of EMFs, where they show up in the home and office and simple solutions for reducing your exposure.

EMF & 5G Concerns and Protection Strategies with Reinette Senum 24.09.2019

Reinette Senum, Mayor of Nevada City, California and an activist in the field of EMFs and 5G technology, joins the show to discuss the health implications of EMFs, why 5G is really in place and how to protect yourself from non-native frequencies.

The Connection Between Your Environment and Your Healing 17.09.2019

You cannot heal in the environment you got sick in. Heathar discusses why diet and supplements aren’t enough on the healing path and how environmental things like lighting and sunlight exposure are critical to shifting your health. She talks about the key elements of our environment, what living a primal, outdoor lifestyle can do for healing and how connecting to your primal roots is crucial if yo...

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