Vitality Made Simple

Curious, courageous, and generous, Dr. Terry Wahls is revered as a trailblazer in the world of Integrative Medicine therapies to treat Multiple Sclerosis.  Author of the bestselling book, The Wahls Protocol, she shares radical new ways to treat all chronic Autoimmune conditions.  She was stricken with MS at an early age and soon confined to a reclining wheelchair.  Told by her medical colleagues t...

If you have nagging questions about different types of Magnesium, this podcast is for you. Dr. Robert Fredrickson shares early signs of Magnesium deficiency that are easily ignored, foods to replete deficiencies, and much more.  As a doctor of Natural Medicine, a doctor of Chiropractic and a Functional Medicine Consultant, he has taken a deep dive into all things related to Magnesium.  Not only do...

Mineral and micronutrient expert, Michael Sileck, is on a mission to restore soil fertility, which enhances nutrient and flavor content of the plants.  Our soil has been depleted by modern agricultural practices including monocropping, commercial chemicals and degradation of soil microbe diversity.  Mr. Sileck shares his experience and wisdom on how we can easily and inexpensively replete and rebu...

You are going to love the truth-filled intelligence and uncommon sense of Natasha Campbell-McBride, MD.  Born in Russia and residing in the United Kingdom, she holds a degree in Medicine as well as postgraduate degrees in both Neurology and Human Nutrition.  Her first book, Gut and Psychology Syndrome, created a revolution in the world of Integrative Medicine.  In today’s podcast, she shares her r...

One of the shining lights and independent thinkers in the world of nutrition, Sally Fallon Morell is my guest today.  She shares her wisdom on the many health and vitality benefits of eating animal fats, including butter and raw milk.  Sally is the founding President of the Weston A. Price Foundation and has authored and co-authored numerous books on traditional diets. Her cookbook, Nourishing Tra...

Electromagnetic Fields, also known as EMF, are the pollution of the 21st century.  While we cannot imagine a world without electricity and all of the modern conveniences that come with it, we have to deal with the side effects.  We have the pleasure today to hear from a compelling world expert on this complex topic.  Dr. Elizabeth Plourde is a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Author, and Health Coac...

Author of 16 books on Holistic Medicine, Dr. David Brownstein has a gift for making “functional biochemistry” understandable and actionable for those who desire vibrant health.  He is a true trailblazer in the field of Holistic Medicine and has the gift of curiosity.  Dr. Brownstein has lectured internationally about his clinical success using natural items.   In this fascinating interview, he gav...

Thank you for listening to Vitality Made Simple Podcast!  In this short episode, I recap the year of guests and topics. Thanks to your listens and shares, this podcast is among the top 25 percent of all podcasts on the Buzzsprout Hosting Platform and they host thousands of shows! Together, we are taking the stress out of being healthy! Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information and entert...

Can you handle one more (brief) podcast on the powerful vitality benefits of Nigella sativa , also known as Black Seed Oil or Black Cumin Oil? If so, buckle your seat belt!  This affordable and accessible nutrient has been highly researched and found to be beneficial for reducing hbA1C levels - the average blood sugar over a three-month period.  Here is some exciting research: “Antidiabetic Activi...

Nigella sativa, also known as Black Seed or Black Cumin, has been used as a traditional medicine for centuries. Thymoquinone, the active ingredient that is extracted from the seeds, is believed to be effective against many diseases including cancer. In today’s podcast, I talked about the current  research on Nigella sativa as well as some areas of caution.  Disclaimer: This podcast is for general...

Also known as Black Seed or Black Cumin, Nigella sativa is a medicinal plant that has been widely used for millennia.  Penned as the “miracle herb” by researchers, this incredible flowering plant has been widely studied and shown to have amazing benefits for improved skin health - without any nasty side effects!  With a wide spectrum of pharmaceutical potential, the oil is inexpensive and extremel...

You will be amazed as Dr. Langer shares her pioneering research into the power of the mind. In this engaging interview, she shares how our thoughts and perceptions can literally rejuvenate physical health and mental energy. The first woman to receive tenure in psychology at Harvard University and a fascinating storyteller, she is a legend in the area of mind-body health. Her recent book, The Mindf...

Join the living salt revolution!  “Chief Mineral Officer” at Baja Gold, Michael Sileck shares fascinating wisdom on the power of unrefined sea salt and the importance of pure harvesting methods and trace element retention for maximum health benefits. This highly flavorful sea salt is naturally lower in sodium and rich in macro minerals such as magnesium, potassium, and calcium.  I was fascinated b...

Too many of us are running on empty!  Today’s podcast gives you permission to REST!  Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, a board-certified internal medicine physician, an international speaker, and award winning author is my guest.  Her book, Sacred Rest, has been absolutely a God-send in my life.  Dr. Saundra has been a featured thought leader on numerous media outlets and has an excellent TEDx Talk that t...

Everybody knows somebody fighting cancer and suffering from the collateral damage of cancer-related treatment.  What if we are fighting with the wrong tools? What if there is a less painful and more successful way? Thomas Seyfried, PhD, author of Cancer as a Metabolic Disease bravely shares his research into the origin, management, and prevention of cancer.  This is a MUST LISTEN and MUST SHARE ep...

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Donna Schwenk, founder of Cultured Food Life, shares the incredible healing power of fermented food.  Faced with her own health crisis and that of her infant daughter, she stumbled upon the idea of creating fermented vegetables and experienced an incredible vitality transformation. Feeling energetic and youthful, Donna is incredibly knowledgeable and conversational on this topic and generously sha...

Let's talk all about the health benefits of laughter with Jollytologist Allen Klein.   Allen is an Ambassador of Light who shows people worldwide how to use humor and positivity to deal with life’s not-so-funny stuff.  A TEDx presenter,  Allen has authored over 30 books.  I found him via The Healing Power of Humor, which I bought probably 20 years ago.  This book is timeless; we all need more...

How do beans impact your stress response and stress resilience?  Enjoy this fascinating interview with Nutritionist Karen Hurd, who chronicles the extraordinary detoxification journey of her 18-month old daughter who was dying from accidental poisoning.  When the most esteemed doctors in the country had given up, Karen was relentless in hope and pursuit of answers. As a result of her experience, K...

Deanna Minich, PhD, shares insights from her book, Quantum Healing and introduces us to “flower essences,” which are liquid extracts used to address profound issues of emotional wellbeing and mind-body health. Fascinating and articulate, Dr. Minich is a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, a nutrition scientist, an international lecturer, an educator, and an author - with six consumer books...

Do you need more energy and want to learn how to recharge your mitochondria?  Thomas Levy, MD, JD, shares his fascinating research about how Methylene Blue impacts our cellular powerhouses. Dr. Levy, a board-certified cardiologist and a bar-certified attorney, is now focusing his energy and incredible expertise on educating both physicians and the public. You can connect with Dr. Levy via his webs...

Emeran Mayer, MD, Gastroenterologist, Neuroscientist, and distinguished Research Professor in the Department of Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, generously shares his insight and experience in this relaxing conversation. As a clinician and researcher, Dr. Mayer brings a unique perspective in helping simplify the connection between the gut microbiome, immunity, and the brain...

Aging is not a disease to be feared; it is an adventure to be enjoyed.  In some medical arenas, however, the definition of aging is being redefined as a chronic disease rather than a natural process that we all experience.  In today’s podcast, I have somewhat of a “rant” to explain the irrationality of this new definition. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information and entertainment purpo...

Unfortunately, sub-optimal Vitamin D3 levels and Insulin Resistance are “normal” in our current society.  However, Vitality Made Simple listeners do not want to be normal!  We know that normal is only what is typical at a certain time in history.  In our world, normal is dehydrated, irritated, constipated, frustrated, overscheduled, overstimulated, under rested, under nourished, and totally stress...

Change is tough!  We humans tend to move toward “Lesser Pain” even if that lesser pain is not good for us in the long run. In Episode 119, I’m talking about five simple ways to help someone who is “finally ready” to make health improvements. Because new habits can be overwhelming, I have devised the “Five R’s of Vitality” which help simplify moving into new healthy habit formation. These five stra...