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Show Summary: "I’m not waging war against my body. Lyme is not my identity. I am not a diagnosis, and I am not a disease.”Living with Lyme disease can be a frightening and isolating experience. It is often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and mistreated, leaving people with symptoms that can make them feel unsafe in their bodies.Neurological symptoms such as extreme brain fog, ice pick headaches, difficulty articulating thoughts, and stinging and numbness throughout the body can cause you to question your personality and identity. Despite these ailments, you can choose not to be defined by Lyme disease and embrace a life of purpose, joy, and self-acceptance.Today, we are pleased to welcome Chelsea, a dedicated advocate for Lyme disease. In this episode, she candidly discusses her inspiring journey of living with Lyme disease, why she embarked on her own healing without solely relying on doctors' diagnoses and treatments, and how she overcame emotional hurdles to rediscover her true self.If you are struggling with Lyme disease and feel like you have nowhere to turn, I urge you to listen to this episode and find hope in Chelsea's journey.Tune in to Episode 61 of the Gutsy Health Podcast for comfort and inspiration. Exceptional Highlights:The constant pressure to perform at a high level can result in a chronic state of heightened stress response and can lead to elevated cortisol levels in the body.You cannot heal a body from Lyme and chronic infections when your nervous system is dysregulated.Letting go of labels, overcoming traumas, and mastering emotional regulation can be life-changing for people with Lyme disease.Show Highlights: 03:02 - The insidious cause of Chelsea’s Lyme disease07:34 - Lyme disease can manifest differently in each patient’s body08:41 - Lessen the burden on your immune system ASAP09:54 - What does regulating your emotions have to do with managing Lyme disease?18:03 - Stop asking doctors to tell you what to do and instead ask your illness what it wants to teach you21:45 - Chelsea’s amazing natural home birth story with her fourth child26:57 - The rollercoaster symptoms of Lyme disease31:41 - If you have an autoimmune disease, you most likely grew up with trauma, people-pleasing, and living your life in a way that didn’t serve you31:52 -  How to live a beautiful, elevated life despite Lyme disease36:22 - Humans can learn a lot by watching how animals live and release stress38:37 - Meditation and mindfulness is just as important as academics or sportsImportant Links: Gutsy Health AcademyGutsy Health Podcast InstagramProvo Health WebsiteThe Parasite Epidemic Free ClassIT'S GIVEAWAY TIME!🌈It's your chance to WIN a FREE HAIR ANALYSIS! 🤯To enter, here are the mechanics:💕 Follow us here on IG @gutsyhealthpodcast💕 Then, leave us a review on your favorite streaming platformSuper easy!After two weeks, we will pick a listener to win our hair scan.Note: The giveaway doesn't include a consult; it's just the hair analysis.Submit your entries now

Show Summary: “Learning about my body's physiology has been empowering. I now understand how small changes in my environment and consumption can greatly impact my well-being. As a result, I don’t rely solely on experts to take control of my health.” Illness can often feel like nothing more than a hindrance, weighing you down and disrupting your daily life. But what if it could be the catalyst for transformative healing?We’ll explore this unconventional perspective with our guest and Gutsy Health member, Kristina Funk. Kristina had always been interested in healing the body, but after experiencing a series of stressful events, she fell into emotional eating and felt ashamed of her body.It wasn't until experiencing severe irritable bowel syndrome that Kristina took her health seriously. Despite testing negative for parasites, she instinctively knew to do a parasite cleanse and thus began her healing journey.In this episode, discover how changing your mindset and slowing down can lead to a more profound healing experience.Let’s rewire your brain for health. Tune in to Episode 60 of the Gutsy Health Podcast to learn more!Exceptional Highlights:Illness can be the best teacher if we listen to what it's trying to tell us.You can be safe in your body even if you feel uncomfortable, and your worth is innate.It is not your symptoms causing you stress but the stories you create around those symptoms that cause the problem.Show Highlights: We subject ourselves to emotional torture when cognitive dissonance exists between our knowledge and our behaviors. Kris Funk 6:26By listening to the podcast, Kris approached her relationship with food and body with gentleness and compassion.When you feel negative or go into a shame spiral, pause and recognize the inner child in you that needs love and healing. Kris Funk 19:33When physical symptoms arise, remember that your body is trying to tell you something, which is your cue to listen. Instead of judging sickness as bad, view it as a signal for your body to slow down and take a break.Kris Funk 29:16We should stop tying our worth to productivity and remind ourselves that it’s okay to rest and take up space.Shifting your internal dialogue from “I have to heal” to “I get to nurture my body” can be life-changing.Juanique Roney 44:14The body is capable of healing, so we no longer have to identify as sick anymore.You are the expert of your own body. Juanique Roney 55:18Learning to tap into your internal source and power is possible, yet a supportive community that understands and reinforces this power can be precious.Important Links: Gutsy Health Podcast InstagramGutsy Health AcademyIT'S GIVEAWAY TIME!🌈It's your chance to WIN a FREE HAIR ANALYSIS! 🤯To enter, here are the mechanics:💕 Follow us here on IG @gutsyhealthpodcast💕 Then, leave us a review on your favorite streaming platformSuper easy!After two weeks, we will pick a listener to win our hair scan.Note: The giveaway doesn't include a consult; it's just the hair analysis.Submit your entries now

Show Summary: "Parasites can overgrow due to an unhealthy diet, chemical exposure, and an unnatural lifestyle, leading to illness. Parasite protocols can help decrease their numbers drastically and restore balance in the body.”Are you struggling with unexplained health issues and a feeling that something isn't quite right with your body? Then, it's time to consider a possible source you may have overlooked - parasites.These insidious invaders can enter the body unnoticed and wreak havoc on our health, leading to a range of debilitating symptoms that may seem unrelated. However, the damage caused by parasites is very real and can have long-lasting effects if not appropriately addressed.Thankfully, armed with the proper knowledge and tools, we can reduce their numbers, restore balance to the body, and potentially feel better than ever.Join us as we explore the fascinating world of parasites, reveal the latest insights, and learn how parasites impact your health. Listen to Episode 59 of the Gutsy Health Podcast!Exceptional Highlights:Parasite cleanses have been linked to relieving symptoms such as eczema and food sensitivities, suggesting that addressing underlying parasitic infections could play a role in managing these conditions.A study on 20 celiac patients showed that topical application of hookworm larvae allowed them to consume gluten without adverse effects.Eating antiparasitic foods like pumpkin seeds, garlic, and coconut oil, as well as fiber-rich foods, can help to starve and control parasites while boosting your immune system.Show Highlights: According to the terrain theory, our modern lifestyle can be a perfect breeding ground for parasites. Juanique Roney 06:08Artificial foods, chemical exposure, toxins, and heavy metals make a parasitic environment extremely conducive.Anyone can contract parasites in various ways, including exposure to contaminated water, soil, or food. Juanique Roney 09:33Juanique shares her story growing up with 15 pets, swimming in lakes, and not washing produce properly, which could all be ways to contract parasites.Parasites can be grouped into three types: ticks and lice, roundworms and flatworms, and protozoan parasites.Juanique Roney 20:55Several of these can cause diarrhea, IBS, IBD, Crohn's disease, autoimmune dysfunction, and liver or gallbladder issues.Digestive issues are a common sign of hosting parasites, but symptoms can also include anxiety, brain fog, lethargy, eczema, teeth grinding, anemia, and hormonal imbalances.Juanique Roney 27:31A parasite cleanse might be worth considering for people who have tried various remedies, including dietary changes and supplements.Important Links: Gutsy Health Podcast InstagramGutsy Health AcademyThe Parasite Epidemic Free ClassIT'S GIVEAWAY TIME!🌈It's your chance to WIN a FREE HAIR ANALYSIS! 🤯To enter, here are the mechanics:💕 Follow us here on IG @gutsyhealthpodcast💕 Then, leave us a review on your favorite streaming platformSuper easy!After two weeks, we will pick a listener to win our hair scan.Note: The giveaway doesn't include a consult; it's just the hair analysis.Submit your entries now

Show Summary: “I grew a benign tumor, but instead of surgery, I tried to visualize healing it with my mind. In two weeks, the tumor shrank by half, surprising my doctor and teaching me about the mind-body connection.” There is no denying that science has made remarkable strides in helping us understand our bodies’ inner workings. However, despite this wealth of knowledge, we still struggle to grasp the complete picture of our health and wellness.Missing pieces in our current healthcare system cannot be resolved by scientific knowledge, integrative functional medicine, and energy work alone. Enter medical intuition, which bridges the gap between science, heart, and soul.We welcome Wendie Colter to the Gutsy Health Podcast, a Medical Intuitive and Founder of the Practical Path who shares her expertise on this transformative approach to healing.We'll examine the evidence supporting this intuitive system, explore its role in healing, and discover how it can enhance all healing modalities.Learn to harness this essential skill for optimal health.  Listen to Episode 58 of the Gutsy Health Podcast!Exceptional Highlights:Medical intuition is the art of listening to your body's wisdom. By paying attention to your physical sensations, emotions, and energy levels, you can make smarter decisions for your health.We are all born highly intuitive and energetic beings but tend to sublimate and ignore this gift as we age.Anyone can develop a mind-body connection by learning to tune into their own thoughts and bodily sensations.Show Highlights: There are different types of intuitive skill sets, but the most common for highly sensitive people is clairsentience, the ability to feel the emotions of others.Wendie Colter 04:09Nurses, in particular, are so clairsentient that they quickly pick up on the collective energy of the room they’re in and act on it, which can sometimes be overwhelming.Medical intuition is not a healing modality or a medical intervention but rather a foundational skill that can be used to support all forms of medicine.Wendie Colter 11:50Using this skill set, individuals learn what their bodies are telling them and work in partnership with their healthcare team to create a better path to health.Trained medical intuitive are highly skilled at accurately identifying the health problems of their patients.Wendie Colter 39:30Colter's study found that students who completed her Certification Program had 94% accuracy in identifying primary health problems, 98% in describing life events, and 93% in connecting life events to health problems.Important Links: Gutsy Health Podcast InstagramGutsy Health AcademyThe Practical Path®Essentials of Medical Intuition by Wendie Colter Assessing the AccurIT'S GIVEAWAY TIME!🌈It's your chance to WIN a FREE HAIR ANALYSIS! 🤯To enter, here are the mechanics:💕 Follow us here on IG @gutsyhealthpodcast💕 Then, leave us a review on your favorite streaming platformSuper easy!After two weeks, we will pick a listener to win our hair scan.Note: The giveaway doesn't include a consult; it's just the hair analysis.Submit your entries now

Show Summary: "This should be a fundamental business lesson for everyone; No matter what people say to you or promise you when they tell you not to bring a lawyer to a contract signing, don't listen. I made that mistake, and it cost me everything. It represented my lack of self-confidence in doing this on my own and my lack of self-love and boundaries.”Controversy is brewing in the medical industry, and it’s time we pay attention. Finally, the lies and misinformation perpetuated by the so-called "medicinal matrix" are being exposed, thanks to the bravery of a few medical professionals speaking out. Gutsy Health Podcast is honored to welcome our guest, Dr. Jess Peatross, a former hospitalist and internal medicine physician turned certified Gerson practitioner and functional medicine expert. Frustrated with the modern medical industry's reliance on drugs, Dr. Jess Peatross sought alternative solutions to help her patients heal at the root cause of their diseases. She shares her eventful journey, why she gave up her medical license, and how she heals others without needing pharmaceuticals.In a world where truth can be hidden behind a veil of secrecy, it's inspiring to see individuals like Dr. Peatross stepping forward to make a difference. By bringing attention to the medical industry’s issues, she is helping create a future where people can take control of their own well-being.Wake up to your power and innate healing ability. Join us and listen to Episode 57 of the Gutsy Health Podcast today!Exceptional Highlights:How stepping away from the familiar world of medicine can be daunting, yet taking on the risks of entrepreneurship offers the most potential for rewards. California Senate Bill 276, passed in 2018, requires all children in public schools to have a total of 72 mandatory vaccine doses.Healing is an inside job. Outsourcing power and knowledge to social media, health professionals, and pharmaceuticals will only create codependency. Show Highlights: The widespread over-prescription of medication, conflicts of interest with corporations, and disregard for patient well-being plague the mainstream medicinal system today.Dr. Jess Peatross 03:51Despite Dr. Jess’s concerns, no one else questioned the multiple cracks in the system. This led to her exiting the hospital and practicing integrative medicine and Gerson therapy instead.Dr. Jess was given a very poignant learning opportunity to step into her full-blown power right after leaving hospital medicine. Dr. Jess Peatross 06:19After being lured by former pharmaceutical executives into signing away her successful supplement business venture, Dr. Jess faced two and a half years of legal battle only to lose her company.Physicians could get their medical licenses revoked for granting childhood vaccine exemptions because of violating SB 276 and spreading misinformation.Dr. Jess Peatross 17:50A San Diego publication revealed the names of unvaccinated children in the San Diego Unified School System and the doctor who provided the exemption in the guise of safety. People are flooding emergency departments because they lack information on impIT'S GIVEAWAY TIME!🌈It's your chance to WIN a FREE HAIR ANALYSIS! 🤯To enter, here are the mechanics:💕 Follow us here on IG @gutsyhealthpodcast💕 Then, leave us a review on your favorite streaming platformSuper easy!After two weeks, we will pick a listener to win our hair scan.Note: The giveaway doesn't include a consult; it's just the hair analysis.Submit your entries now

Show Summary: "Tristan's death taught me my power. But my illness taught me to be gentle and submissive to what it actually takes to honor yourself and your boundaries. I thought I knew what ease and grace were, but the dysfunction literally disabled me so I could learn my lesson."Losing a loved one is one of the most painful experiences a person can go through. The emotional weight of watching someone you care about fade away is excruciating and can cause a heavy toll on the body and mind. In today's episode, we have the privilege of hearing Gutsy Health Founder, Juanique Roney, share her powerful story of overcoming adversity and reclaiming her health. A year after her husband's death, she felt as though an atomic bomb had gone off in her body, leaving her struggling with a multitude of symptoms, including those similar to Lyme disease, MCAS, Epstein-Barr syndrome, multiple sclerosis, depression, and anxiety.Despite the harrowing nature of her situation, she refused to give up. Follow along as she pulls the curtain to her recent past and reveals her profound insights after a year of self-discovery and healing.Draw comfort and inspiration from Juanique’s journey. Tune in to Episode 55 of the Gutsy Health Podcast! Exceptional Highlights:All disease begins in the gut. The microbiome plays a critical role in maintaining gut health and the rest of the body, and an imbalance can wreak havoc on the immune system.The most self-loving thing you can do is to slow down and ground yourself.Always seek the company of those who uplift you and remind you of your potential.Show Highlights: Stress influences gut health, and it is impossible to heal from a stressed state.Juanique Roney 11:32Despite her tireless efforts to recover, the intense mental and emotional stress manifested in physical symptoms throughout her body.Taking a proactive approach and a different perspective on healing significantly improved her health.  Juanique Roney 20:16Hyperbaric treatment, cryotherapy, and HOCATT (Hyperthermic Ozone and Carbonic Acid Transdermal Therapy) proved to be excellent solutions for halting the fast decline of her health.Kambo medicine provided a powerful reminder to give her body the needed rest and care.Juanique Roney 32:19When the body is in service to the mind, we get disease and dysfunction. But when the body is in service to the heart and soul, we can experience health, pleasure, joy, love, excitement, and inspiration. As women, we live with the societal pressure to conform to the masculine energy of constant achievement and forward momentum, which can be detrimental to our well-being. Gina Worful 40:30True feminine power comes from embracing and honoring the natural flow of life, and this can be achieved by being mindful of one's energy and seasons in work and business.By paying attention to your body's physical sensations and emotions, you can understand what aligns with your true self. Juanique Roney 51:19Take a moment to breathe deeply and release any tension in your mind. Then, practice identifying what brings you contraction and expansion in your life, and make adjustments accordingly.Important Links: Gutsy Health AcademyGutsy Health Podcast InstagramProvo Health Website

Show Summary: "After I finished my second liver cleanse, my eczema and acne were completely gone. My hair started growing, and my energy was back. I could get out of bed in the morning and wasn't falling asleep at one o'clock anymore. At last, I could see many significant shifts happening.”Motherhood can be a lonely and difficult journey, especially if societal expectations bombard women about how they should look and feel. After each childbirth, one may experience extreme fatigue, postpartum depression, chronic yeast infections, thyroid dysfunction, weight gain as well as other ailments.The harsh reality is that when most mothers seek answers for various symptoms, doctors often dismiss their health issues as normal, and worse, they are not trying hard enough to lose weight. This experience can leave desperate mamas feeling isolated and frustrated, not knowing where to seek help.Today, our guest is Sarah Williams, one of the pioneer Gutsy Health members. She shares her life-changing journey after committing herself to the initial process of liver cleanse. Giving birth to her third child has caused her to suffer from disruptive changes to her mind and body. And after a heart-wrenching doctor's appointment, she became determined to take charge of her health. In this episode, you'll learn how she became an expert on her body by studying how it works and paying attention to its signals. Hence, it is also essential for other moms to realize how knowing their post-birth bodies can be empowering.Discover how you can love your body for healing. Tune in to Episode 55 of the Gutsy Health Podcast!Exceptional Highlights:A decrease of 1.5 points in the Hemoglobin A1C marker is considered significant as it indicates a substantial improvement in blood sugar control.Parasites can change brain function, sex hormone production, and thyroid function, reducing testosterone levels in men and impairing fertility in women.Show Highlights: The liver plays a role in regulating blood glucose levels and processing sugar, as well as controlling the immune system.Sarah Williams 07:40A liver detox helps reduce symptoms such as eczema, autoimmune issues, spikes in blood glucose, and changes in eye size.Ketamine therapy has drastically improved her relationship with her body, her perspective on weight, and overall wellness.Sarah Williams 15:22Ketamine alters neurotransmitters in the brain, which may cause visual hallucinations that can help overcome negative thoughts and internalize positive changes.Aside from improving digestion and elimination, parasite cleansing has other powerful benefits.Sarah Williams 27:28In addition to producing energy, mitochondria play an essential role in parasite cleansing. Brain fog, anxiety, and menstrual cycles are regulated and become less painful.The body possesses incredible intelligence that resulted from a billion years of evolution.Juanique Roney 43:06Hasten your healing by quieting your mind and listening to your body's message.Get 20% off your first order of Resist Nutrition Bars, a powerhouse snack for hormone and blood sugar regulation. Order yours at www.resistnutrition.comSponsor Link:www.resistnutrition.comImportant Links: Gutsy Health Liver ResetThis is Your Brain on Parasites

Show Summary:“I became numb because it was so heavy. Yet one of the Gutsy Health coaches taught me to feel my body and process my emotions, not look and hold on to the pain as a bad thing. It was hard, but it’s now a beautiful part of me.”Your body is your temple. And when it's functioning as expected, taking it for granted, ignoring its subtle signs for help, and altogether shoving its needs aside is a path all too easy to take. Until it gets ugly it catches your attention.You may not know it yet but your body is doing its best to keep you alive. When you educate yourself and begin to grasp the depth of that sentence alone, you would definitely love and appreciate your body more.Our guest, Taylor Herrera, is an expert of her own healing journey. After undergoing the ordeal of irregular cycles then two life-threatening ectopic pregnancies, she took matters into her own hands by signing up to the Gutsy Health Membership. Here she shares the amazing support of mentors and fellow members, as well as the profound realizations and breakthroughs she is longing to have for her own body.Connect and hear what your body is telling you. Join us and listen to Episode 54 of the Gutsy Health Podcast to learn more!Exceptional Highlights:Ectopic pregnancy happens when the fertilized egg implants itself in one of the fallopian tubes. This is a pregnancy risk because the embryo cannot grow outside of the uterus and it causes bleeding. Connecting with your body and trusting that it’s on your side is one of the most important mindset shifts you’ll ever make.Emotions develop by the age of seven and this is why talking to your younger self will guide you to address unresolved issues that you had no words for at the time.Show Highlights: The serious agony of forming two ectopic pregnancies in a short period of time.Taylor 10:35From her first ectopic pregnancy, the surgeon removed her left fallopian tube and left a little horn on her right fallopian tube. So when she got pregnant again, the embryo floated up into that little horn which caused her to bleed.Being part of the Gutsy Health Membership is the best thing that happened to her.Taylor 19:44If not for the losses, she wouldn’t be able to know herself and she owes her healing to the support she had inside the community.Other takeaways from the program that she’ll bring with her forever.Taylor 24:52Learning different ways to cook food empowered her body to cope with the aftermath of her surgeries.Your body just needs you to acknowledge, honor and recognize the message that it’s sending you.Juanique 33:55Normal tendency is to set aside, escape or get rid of negative feelings. Instead, slowing down and just going through the whole spectrum of emotions, thoughts and sensations is what your body needs to heal holistically.Get 10% off your first order of Odyssey Snack Bars, a powerhouse snack for hormone and blood sugar regulation. Order yours at www.odysseysnacks.comSponsor Link:www.odysseysnacks.comImportant Links: Gutsy Health AcademyGutsy Health Podcast Instagram

Show Summary: "About 30 years ago, a patient stomped into my office. She wanted me to pay attention because she said she was going crazy, which was a surprise. After all, this is a very successful woman who retired in her mid-40s. She was in perimenopause, so I gave her some progesterone. Three weeks later, I got a letter from her saying, 'Oh my god, I can't believe this. I'm myself again, thank you so much.' That caught my attention because this was a dramatic result. It happened with so little time."Women who undergo midlife crises are often punctuated with the unpleasant effects of menopause. Aside from hot flashes, mood swings, sleeping disorders, body aches, muscle loss, osteoporosis, and incontinence can easily diminish their confidence and self-esteem. At the ripe age when knowledge, experience, and wisdom are supposedly at their peak, the sudden hormone shift can cause their life to fall over the cliff.Our guest, Dr. Daved Rosensweet, M.D., is a world-renowned menopause expert. Guided by a deep sense of purpose and passion for holistic medicine, his mission is to heal and turn the tide of this planet. Specializing in women's hormones for the past 30 years.In this episode, we shall know of the elegant benefits of bioidentical hormones in supporting the menopausal stage. Aside from easing the dreaded symptoms, women now have a choice to significantly extend and live out their gifts even past their prime years.Be empowered from needless suffering. Listen to Episode 53 of the Gutsy Health Podcast to learn more!Exceptional Highlights:For about 1000 years, Chinese aristocrats replenish their hormones by collecting the pee of young men and women. Rich in metabolites, dried urine served to maintain health and youthfulness.Premarin was the most popular and profitable hormone supplement in the US from the 1960s. Its name also comes from its origin known as pregnant mare urine.Show Highlights:The Women's Health Initiative study in 2002 has caused the majority of 18 million American women to miss out on the benefits of taking Premarin.Dr. Daved Rosensweet 13:31Horse-derived urine alone reduces the risk of breast cancer, heart attack, and stroke. But in the study, it was combined with the problematic artificial progestin. Despite the statistically insignificant 1.26 relative risk, the media sensationalized the findings that were redacted later on.Breast cancer is rare in pregnant women, whose estrogen and progesterone are a hundred times higher compared to non-pregnant women.Dr. Daved Rosensweet 21:23Though high levels of estrogen and progesterone have been linked to breast cancer, as a multifactorial disease, genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors also contribute to its development.The best time to consider bioidentical hormones is as early as possible. Women's estrogen and progesterone levels peak during their 20s, then decline.Dr. Daved Rosensweet 30:46Start paying attention to hormonal balance if symptoms include brain fog, irregular periods, breast tenderness, headaches, or PMS.Get 10% off your first order of Odyssey Snack Bars, a powerhouse snack for hormone and blood sugar regulation. Order yours at www.odysseysnacks.comSponsor Link:www.odysseysnacks.comImportant Links: Gutsy Health Podcast InstagramDaved Rosensweet WebsiteBriteThe Menopause Method

Show Summary: "So my sister was diagnosed with LCIS, and there were areas of concern on her breast. The doctor recommended 'watch and wait' or mastectomy, and she was in turmoil. I asked her to take progesterone hormones, and after a month, she went back for her MRI, and the abnormal cells were undetectable." Conventional medicine entails treating patients already in the end stages of their diseases. However, even if this is the norm, it pays to ask if there is anything we can do to correct or arrest an illness before it becomes chronic or fatal. What if we can prevent sickness? Are there destructive lifestyle habits or seismic life shifts that are worth noting? What other factors contributed to today's results? When it comes to health, these are the underlying questions that beg for answers. Our guest, Sharon Miller Keller, is a nurse practitioner and gives custom consultations on female hormones at Provo Health. With a long history in patient care, she gained hands-on medical experience in the Navy and later became a surgical oncology nurse for 17 years. After raising her kids, she also finished the Family Nurse Practitioner program at Gonzaga University. In this episode, she is our in-house resource on Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy. On top of real-life experiences, Sharon shares her in-depth research on why hormone supplementation could spell the health breakthrough you need. Live life's goodness by having the right hormones. Listen to Episode 52 of the Gutsy Health Podcast to learn more! Exceptional Highlights:Progesterone is an anti-inflammatory hormone that protects the heart, brain, and breast from diseases like cancer. It also minimizes bleeding caused by menopause and childbirth.Intense regular workouts are detrimental for women. During the monthly luteal phase, the sex organs receive the most resources from the body in preparation for procreation.Show Highlights: Traditional medicine tends to avoid hormones because of their potential to cause cancers.Sharon 06:46Synthetic hormones such as synthetic progesterone and conjugated equine estrogens were prevalent in the seventies. While they alleviate symptoms, they can also cause unwanted side effects. Low levels of progesterone can affect your overall well-being.Sharon 19:19Symptoms of low progesterone can affect your moods and mental health, such as anxiety, depression, irritability, trouble sleeping, inflammation, painful joints, gut disturbances, and osteoporosis. Explanation of different hormone tests and their respective pros and cons.Sharon 27:34The saliva test is the most expensive because it gives you the most accurate and expansive picture of your health. The more affordable serum test comes from your blood but only gives you a limited view. The DUTCH test measures a person's ability to metabolize and methylate estrogen so the body can use or dispose of it properly.Get 10% off your first order of Odyssey Snack Bars, a powerhouse snack for hormone and blood sugar regulation. Order yours at www.odysseysnacks.comSponsor Link:www.odysseysnacks.comImportant Links: Gutsy Health Podcast InstagramProvo Health WebsiteWhat You Must Know About Women’s Hormones Book by Dr. Pamela Smith

Show Summary:"I started working at her second ovarian cancer recurrence, and there's more metastasis. She cried and said, 'My cancer came back because I had chocolate cake at my daughter's birthday.' That was a pivotal moment in my practice, so I said, 'I think it's more important that you focus on the joy of your daughter's birthday and that you enjoyed that chocolate cake."Confirming a cancer diagnosis can feel like a death sentence. The fear surrounding it, on top of pity and well-meaning suggestions from family and friends, adds to the confusion and stress of the situation.That is why navigating a clear path to healing can be challenging, and finding a cancer care plan that is compassionate and humane is a breath of fresh air in nursing the patient back to vibrant health.Our guest, Dr. Bianca Di Giulio, L.Ac., is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. Co-authoring a book on Integrative Oncology with her husband, they established two clinics in the Bay Area, California, where the medical paradigms and practices of the East and West are married for a safe, holistic and natural way of healing.Beat the Big C with a plan. Listen to Episode 51 of the Gutsy Health Podcast to learn more! Exceptional Highlights:Chinese Medicine is highly individualized, where aside from herbs and nutritional advice, recommendations consider a person's habits, lifestyle, and even state of mind and emotions.Acupuncture is a pivotal gateway toward integrative cancer care. Aside from empirical research based on 5000 years of Chinese Medicine, PubMed also has thousands of studies supporting it.Consuming cold food, especially in the morning, is like taking a cold bomb. It inhibits the absorption and metabolism of food and fluids, which generates the powerful chi energy in the body. Show Highlights:Integrative is a beautiful blend of multiple principles, approaches, and therapeutics to optimize health and wellness.Dr. Bianca Di Giulio 08:56Western oncology requires labs, scans, and blood work to monitor tumor progression. At the same time, it’s translated into Chinese medicine principles and theories, such as asking if there's an emotional component. Slowly developed over fifteen years, Acupuncture headlines the six-week formula of her Insight Cancer Program.Dr. Bianca Di Giulio 29:01By targeting specific acupuncture points in combination with chemotherapy and radiation, the synergy among those points is where the medicine is.Chinese herbal medicine entails putting together multiple herbs that harness their synergy. Dr. Bianca Di Giulio 35:02 Astragalus, or Huáng qí, increases the white blood cells and strengthens the immune system. Danshen breaks down the cells' fibrin barrier to synthesize and potentiate the radioactive component of chemotherapy. Cordyceps offers a protective mechanism for breast cancer patients who receive Herceptin.Get 20% off your first order of Resist Nutrition Bars, a powerhouse snack for hormone and blood sugar regulation. Order yours at www.resistnutrition.comSponsor Link:www.resistnutrition.comImportant Links: Gutsy Health Podcast InstagramInsight Cancer Care WebsiteThe Wellness Principle Website

Show Summary: "Based on the scientific research of Dr. Jed Fahey, who started the Chemo Protective Institute at Johns Hopkins University, cruciferous Moringa and Broccoli share closest properties such as the NRF2 pathways and sulforaphane, which detoxifies and fights off cancer."Moringa is the phenomenal superfood you never thought you needed. A humble yet miraculous tree found in third world countries, its leaves are the locals' secret that keeps their bodies healthy and strong. Declared the national vegetable in the Philippines and a staple of ancient Ayurvedic medicine, it is a source of 49 vitamins, minerals, and essential amino acids, not to mention the abundant medicinal benefits of its tiny leaves and the entire tree.Our guest, Lisa Curtis, is the CEO and Founder of Kuli Kuli Inc. She was a former Peace Corps assigned to Niger, Africa, and as a vegetarian, she survived only through the subsistence of rice and millet. Feeling terrible, she soon learned of the amazing Kuli Kuli, or what is globally known as Moringa Oleifera.After including Moringa in her daily diet, she dramatically felt energized, and her joints hurt much less. Then, through more profound research, she knew that bringing it to America would positively impact more people and even help save the planet. As a result, they distribute 90% of their products with post-consumer recycled plastic and have planted 24 million trees in their supply chain.Combat malnutrition and hunger in your own home through Moringa. Join us and listen to Episode 49 of the Gutsy Health Podcast to learn more!Exceptional Highlights:Offering a wide range of health benefits, the Moringa has high fiber, helps with satiety, weight management, blood sugar, and cholesterol control, and even lactation enhancement for breastfeeding moms.Moringa has nine times more protein than yogurt, ten times more vitamin A than carrots, 15 times more potassium than bananas, 17 times more calcium than milk, and 25 times more iron than spinach.Moringa is more bioavailable than Turmeric, which means that the absorption rate of its potent active ingredients is higher.Show Highlights: Pickers communities in the US are obsessed with Moringa because it provides everything the body needs. Lisa Curtis 09:32Composed of 80% water, it has more space to carry macronutrients and phytonutrients in its leaves. It's also anti-inflammation, anti-cancer, and a cruciferous vegetable.Kuli Kuli products contain 400 to 500 milligrams of active Moringa ingredients.Lisa Curtis 18:03 Moringa can be mixed in for lattes, oatmeal, and pancakes. Superfood shakes, peanut butter, chocolate bars, and gummies are also perfect for kids. Use the code GUTSY to get 30% off when you order.Kale's origin as a superfood example of how it took time before it became widely acceptedLisa Curtis 28:04 Kale was a backyard weed that Pizza Hut only purchased as a garnish or a salad bar ornament fifteen years ago. Since then, the American palate has evolved and is more open to bitter tastes due to its superior nutritional content.Get 20% off your first order of Resist Nutrition Bars, a powerhouse snack for hormone and blood sugar regulation. Order yours at www.resistnutrition.comSponsor Link:www.resistnutrition.comImportant Links: Kulikuli Foods WebsiteGutsy Health Academy

Show Summary: "If there is anything we would have changed in our healing journey, before going into the body, we would have gone to the emotions and worked on the heart and soul first. Mindset includes being mindful, regulating your nervous system, processing your feelings, and connecting to your body."As a society, we are hardwired to base our worth on our achievements. Driven daily by motivation and other people's successes, we take pride in overworking to exhaustion. Our bodies beg for pause and rest, yet we cannot sit still, even for a moment.The mind, body, and soul are created to be connected. And if this connection is severed, like an engine out of alignment, it is only a matter of time before it conks out with weird, uncontrollable issues.Today we feature our beloved Gutsy Podcast co-host, Gina Worful. As a certified dietitian and holder of a Master's in Human Nutrition, she narrates the story of her traumatic birth and the lifelong impact of that experience imprinted on her body.Gina has always been obsessed with health through her mom's influence. Coming from a cheerful, tight-knit family, she even formed her identity by building a company with her sister, which, as it turns out, she would leave later.Such fateful events led to her rock bottom, which also embarked her on an inward journey of identifying the root cause of her troubles and finally having a deeper understanding of the true meaning of wholeness to living a healthy, happy life.More than just following and researching protocols, know first there is a soul and science of healing. Join us and listen to Episode 49 of the Gutsy Health Podcast to learn more!Exceptional Highlights:Birth trauma leaves an indelible imprint on a newborn's subconscious, influencing how they will live and cope with life.Stress has become so normalized to the point of numbing us from discomforts and disconnecting our hearts and minds from our bodies.Perceive healing as a lifelong gift where leaning into and listening to your body feels joyful and effortless.Show Highlights: Ask your mother about your birth to know your origin and yourself fully.Gina Worful 6:51As a newborn, she received 25 needles to draw blood from her tiny body, including two spinal taps where her nervous system was. Her mother cried out of pity after hearing her horrific screams, not knowing that it was her infant daughter experiencing the ordeal.Unresolved anxieties can become physical manifestations when not recognized and treated early on.Gina Worful 13:48Built-up stress has desensitized her to the uncomfortable sensations her body was feeling - stiff neck, clenched jaw, tension headaches, and imbalanced hormones.The psychology of fear and terror is why we betray our bodies.Gina Worful 24:10Pleasure drives the ego, and it exists on its own. If intense pain happens, it splits from the body for 'self-preservation.'When the student is ready, the teacher will appear.Gina Worful 36:39At the peak of her body raging against her in the form of weight gain and crazy hormones, she crossed paths with her life mentor at a San Diego conference.Holiday season gift of comfort and & quality with Cozy Earth bedding pajamas. Use the code GUTSY for a 40% discount.Important Links: Gutsy Health AcademyThe Alchemist by Paulo CoehloThe Betrayal of the Body by Alexander Lowen, M.D.

Show Summary: "Let's talk about staying healthy during the holidays. Hopefully, maintaining healthy habits is not overwhelming but fun to do. You are excited to do it for the 'future you'. So when Thanksgiving, Christmas, and work parties come by, you are bombarded with sweets and fun food. What do you do?"The holidays have arrived. And since 'tis, the season for gatherings with family and friends, equating free-flowing food with happiness and connection seems to be automatic.This is why extending healthy eating during festivities can be so challenging. Instead of looking at it as a diet or restriction, flipping your perspective on how to make it a lifestyle will make it more sustainable for the long term.Here at the Gutsy Health Podcast, we teach you the tools and mindset to avoid binge eating, pacify those cravings, and have zero guilt and shame regarding food. In this episode, we reveal these helpful steps so that the food you eat leaves you satisfied and glowing as you enter the new year.Stay sane and healthy even during holidays. Join us and listen to Episode 48 of the Gutsy Health Podcast to learn more!Exceptional Highlights:Living off the diet ratio of 70% healing food and 30% fun food helps avoid the feeling of deprivation and the need for self-indulgence.Have an ideal future self in mind to help you make healthy choices when the moment to decide arises.Supplementing with magnesium curbs sugar cravings because of ATP production and other beneficial enzymatic activities.Show Highlights: Comparison of the effectiveness of the cold turkey method versus the 1% method.Juanique 06:23Cold turkey is usually effective when a life-threatening situation warrants immediate change. For the general majority, continuously improving in 1% increments offers less friction and stacks up over time.Couple your healthy chores with your favorite leisure activities.Juanique 10:29Habits should be easy and attractive. For example, when shifting to a healthier lifestyle, look forward to pre-chopping your vegetables while simultaneously listening to an audiobook.Overriding your body's chemistry is close to impossible.Juanique 17:35It's not a question of willpower. Consuming green smoothies or other nutrient-dense meals replenishes your body's nutritional deficiencies, stabilizing your energy and stopping uncontrollable cravings. Start new traditions and involve the family in your lifestyle changeJuanique 25:32Which celebrations serve and spark joy? Instead of sitting down all night to catch up and gorge on food, starting new traditions like creating ornaments or hosting games encourage interaction and tighten family bonds.Biological billionaires don't count pennies when it comes to eating food.Juanique 28:19Biological billionaires who followed the 70/30 rule could afford to eat whatever they wanted without taking a major inflammatory hit. But for those who lived off the opposite negative 30/70 ratio, the Digestion Restoration workshop will greatly help overturn that.Holiday season gift of comfort and & quality with Cozy Earth bedding pajamas. Use the code GUTSY for a 40% discount.Important Links: Digestion Restoration CourseGutsy Health AcademyProvo Health WebsiteAtomic Habits by James Clear

Show Summary: "Women have been lied to over and over again. It's common to assume that period symptoms are normal because everybody has them. But imagine a life where you're no longer planning around your monthly cycle. You're not falling apart, your energy is consistent, and your mood is good and stable."Most women expect a dreadful Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) every month. Nausea, cramping, and migraines are just a few symptoms that female adolescents expect, and there's no other way to deal but through pain relievers and birth control pills.Suffering from dramatic periods as an adolescent, she is unwilling to accept conventional medicine as the final solution. Yet, without a logical explanation from her doctor, she refused to believe this was her fate.Our guest, Dr. Annie Savage, is a naturopathic physician trained in female hormones, functional endocrinology, and bio-identical hormone therapy. For her, symptom-free periods are possible as long as the four pillars of hormone health are in place. And through her profession and TikTok presence, she continues to educate and bust myths about women's health and monthly cycles.Enjoy life with balanced hormones. Listen to Episode 47 of the Gutsy Health Podcast to learn more! Exceptional Highlights:Birth control pills have health ramifications, such as higher chances of breast cancer and decreased microbiome, which is crucial for gut health.In general, doctors are not holistic nutritionists. Their expertise lies in prescribing the drugs or medicines that help relieve a symptom.The liver metabolizes excess estrogen as solid waste. But when bad estrogen rises due to inflammation, indigestion and constipation clog our system. This literal toxic cycle is the root cause of numerous diseases. Show Highlights:Hormone imbalances can cause you to feel like a different person.Dr. Annie Savage 09:40Prescribed birth control pills lower your testosterone, impacting your mood, libido, and energy levels.Toxic load mostly comes from cosmetics, cleaning, and body care products. Dr. Annie Savage 28:25Women put on five pounds of toxins per year. Marketing pushes chemical products for the hair and face, and many forget that the skin absorbs these easily.  DUTCH (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) method explainedDr. Annie Savage 34:43Extracting metabolites that measure estrogen forms and wastes, saliva, or urine, is ideal for hormone testing. It helps us see how much estrogen goes to the liver and the support needed for bio-identical hormones. Mainstream medicine's lack of holistic perspectiveDr. Annie Savage 41:27The mainstream medical system says, "Ignore your body. This drug covers up what's going on. Don't worry, and it's all good." On the flip side, functional medicine, naturopathic doctors, and holistic nutritionists focus on physiology, biochemistry, and addressing vitamin and mineral deficiencies. Spoil the people you love this holiday season with the gift of comfort and & quality with Cozy Earth bedding pajamas. Use the code GUTSY for a 40% discount.Important Links: Gutsy Health AcademyGutsy Health Podcast InstagramThe Symptom-Free Period SystemThe Period Doctor TikTokDr. Annie Savage’s LinkedInDUTCH Test

Show Summary: "Cold therapy is one of the best things you can do for vagal tone. When people are chronically in fight or flight, it gets you out of that and helps you get you into parasympathetic states again.”Despite our earnest attempts for vitality, no one is exempt from experiencing stress, depression, inflammation and other kinds of neurological disturbances. When your body is groaning in agony and your mind is buried in a deep, dark place, you may not realize it but getting shocked to reset your system is just what you desperately need.And because it happens even to the most health conscious of us, knowing the advanced modalities out there gives you an edge especially when you’re a case that doctors can’t point a finger to. Along with the famed Hyperbaric Chamber available at Provo Health, there’s also the Cryotherapy Chamber which is also a game changer in making you feel amazing once again - for only three minutes.Our guest, Michelle Chambers, is the owner of the fascinating wellness center, Soul Inception. Briefly sharing how she intentionally paused her first business to pursue the ultimate goal of helping people, this zen den has been built beside Provo Health and the rest is history.Find out more about her full-body Cryotherapy Chamber and other phenomenal healing modalities by listening to Episode 43 of the Gutsy Health Podcast! Exceptional Highlights:Cold therapy induces the release of happy hormones such as endorphins, serotonin and dopamine, while relieving pain and inflammation instantly.Electric cold therapy is better than ice baths and cold plunges because it penetrates the tissues better. You also leave the chamber dry, so it’s comfortable and not bone-chilling cold.Weight loss can be a benefit as the body reheats itself and burns calories as a result. Show Highlights:Health struggles and healing protocol she prescribed to herselfJuanique 00:57Experiencing neurological issues that almost left her debilitated and unable to live a normal life, ketamine, hyperbaric chamber, and cryotherapy dramatically got her back on her feet.System reset through CryotherapyJuanique and Michelle 05:27When experiencing negative energy and the general feeling of malaise, popping inside the chamber instantly lifts mood and tones down inflammation and pain. Other benefits of CryotherapyJuanique 17:04Hashimoto’s, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, and psoriasis patients have experienced immediate relief from their symptoms. It also improves immune function and post-surgery recovery.Exclusive offer for Gutsy Health listenersMichelle Chambers 30:07Pay monthly membership of $89 to enjoy Cryotherapy along with other modalities such Halotherapy (Himalayan Salt Cave), PEMF Therapy, Color Light, and Infrared Sauna. Or a one-time 25% discount on any sessions if they mention the Gutsy Health podcast.Spoil the people you love this holiday season with the gift of comfort and & quality with Cozy Earth bedding pajamas. Use the code GUTSY for a 40% discount.Important Links: Gutsy Health Podcast InstagramSoul Inception Website@soul.inception InstagramChambers Soul Sister Podcast

Show Summary: "Whether you get the vaccine or natural infection from COVID, the spike protein destroys the blood vessels which causes clots that restrict oxygen flow. Numbness and systemic inflammation occur to critically-high functioning organs like your heart and brain. The immune system also produces abnormal lymphocytes, so you get deranged responses that last for months."COVID-19 has shaken the world since 2020. Encountering medical cases that were previously unheard of, the future may seem bleak and frightening. And with the threat looming to wreck our bodies in unpredictable ways, prioritizing our overall health is of utmost importance.Since COVID is a new virus, we are still in the early stages of understanding and having information about it. Therefore, doctors also collaborate and share data from their on-the-ground experiences so they can have an answer for every patient that struggles with weird, post-recovery symptoms.Our guest, Dr. Elise Mecham, MD, is a plastic surgeon specializing in microvascular reconstruction for breast cancer patients. As a daughter, wife, and mom of five from Utah Valley, she wanted to ensure the health and safety of her loved ones with co-morbidities. Driven by curiosity and personal duty, she relentlessly researches about Covid during her free time.Learn helpful insights from her as a doctor, including her private protocol and recovery experience from COVID, by listening to Episode 45 of the Gutsy Health Podcast!Exceptional Highlights:Healthy, normal children are at low risk for COVID because their tiny bodies cannot carry ACE receptors in their passageways and airways.Intermittent fasting between the 14 to 16-hour mark clears spike protein due to cellular turnover.A Utah law protects physicians from using safe, repurposed medications to treat illnesses off-label. Show Highlights:The medical dichotomy among doctorsJuanique 03:42The first group of doctors ascribes to a dogmatic and authoritative science, especially from what they learned in medical school. The second group is pragmatic and unafraid to question the status quo when met with conflicting data from the ground. The COVID-19 definition as a Coronavirus variantDr. Elise Mecham 19:07As a common cold or gastrointestinal virus, the COVID-19 version has a specific spike protein responsible for causing microvascular damage to the blood vessels that turn into tiny and massive clots all over the body. Ivermectin is a Nobel Peace Prize medication required by the World Health Organization.Dr. Elise Mecham 51:00Initially developed as an antiphrastic cure for river blindness, recent studies that portrayed it as dangerous used lethally high doses.Spoil the people you love this holiday season with the gift of comfort and & quality with Cozy Earth bedding pajamas. Use the code GUTSY for a 40% discount.Important Links:Gutsy Health AcademyProvo Health WebsiteUtah Valley Plastic Surgery Website@plasticdocmom Instagram@soul.inception InstagramFront Line COVID-19 Critical Care (FLCCC) Website

Show Summary:  "When you go on a conception journey, your husband becomes invested. I try not to get my hopes up, so I took a pregnancy test the next morning without telling him. Then I jumped on the bed and woke him up because it says, ‘We're pregnant!’”Many couples now face the difficulty of conceiving babies. Along with the textbook PCOS symptoms, the rise in infertility issues has made it an emotionally charged topic among women who desperately need to regulate their period so they can finally get pregnant. Exactly a year ago, a Gutsy Health member shared the breakthrough of having her period back after being on birth control for 13 years. After trying IVF and other methods with no results, she sought knowledge to heal herself and overhaul her way of life. Our guest, Katie Vaal, is back. After inspiring listeners on how she spurred her fertility, she now shares the exact steps that she took to become a soon-to-be mom to her firstborn. Find out more about her journey from struggling with infertility to being an expectant mother. Tune in to Episode 44 of the Gutsy Health Podcast! Exceptional Highlights:There are many factors that contribute to  infertility such as parasitic invasion, stress, and even dehydrationAside from the physical factors, having a healed mind is also the key to complete healingThe road to pregnancy can be arduous, but becoming healthier in the process makes it worth taking Show Highlights: Trying to get pregnant again after her newfound learnings Katie 06:41There is no single protocol nor secret, it’s an entire lifestyle adjustment that includes Core Cell Parasite cleanse, EVA Band to monitor ovulation, taking the best quality of supplements and following the unconventional advice of other fertility experts The revolutionary bottom-up approach of Brainspotting Therapy Katie  15:50By identifying activation spots or ‘discomforts’ as clues, its goal is to bring someone from a state of dysregulation to regulation. Addressing the underlying, tethered emotions of sadness and anger Juanique 21:34After the mindset workshops and other modalities, you become ready to repattern your brain. Processing emotions heal triggers and trauma that sever the mind-body connection. Influential gurus and the “Yes, Please” game Katie 29:51Realizing the negativity surrounding menstrual cycles to shifting to a positive outlook each time there’s another pregnant woman passing bySpoil the people you love this holiday season with the gift of comfort and & quality with Cozy Earth bedding pajamas. Use the code GUTSY for a 40% discount.Important Links:Gutsy Health Academy@gutsyhealthpodcast InstagramIt Starts with the Egg (Book)@embracefertility Instagram@thewomensdietitian Instagram@glucosegoddess Instagram

Show Summary: "Without pharmaceuticals and surgery, we use external methods to rehab an injured brain. And I reached that point where we see semblances of post-concussion syndrome with these long COVID cases. It mimics brain injury."Covid-19 is originally known as a respiratory disease. And since it broke out, there have been growing studies and anecdotal evidence from the ground that it also hurts the other body systems.Experiencing its devastating effects months after her recovery, Juanique has hypothesized that Covid-19 acts like the Epstein-Barr virus, where it awakens other dormant viruses in your body. As a related result, it has caused mood disorders and absurd neurological symptoms that unaware doctors would dismiss with a prescription of antibiotics or antidepressants.Holding a niche practice, Dr. Kenneth Oliver is a chiropractic neurologist who rehabilitates brain injuries and neurological dysfunction through external modalities such as electromagnetic impulses, radiofrequency, and low-level laser therapies. He will also shed light on the latest findings in post-Covid cases based on medical journals and his daily patient consultations.If health has worsened since you or a loved one had Covid, you can't miss Episode 43 of the Gutsy Health Podcast!Exceptional Highlights:Patients with unexplainable issues tend to point to their history of being stricken with Covid, having an adverse reaction to its vaccine, or a combination of both. Doctors have learned and are willing to share more about this destructive virus, but censorship of public information has also been challenging.Covid causes a loss of microbiome diversity which hastens the spread of spike protein in other body systems.Show Highlights:PubMed is a MeSH database that provides access to medical abstractsDr. Oliver 08:40After typing 'Covid AND Neurological Dysfunctions', it pulled up 5000 articles that are accessible to learn about these two topics together.Journal finding of how Covid can critically cause nervous system dysfunctionDr. Oliver 19:05The biggest issue with the virus is that it destroys the Blood-Brain Barrier (BBB), which leads to susceptibility to brain inflammation. A compromised BBB can severely affect random parts of the brainDr: Oliver 33:06A BBB Permeability Test identifies the exact areas of damage, which can come in various neuropsychiatric forms such as ADHD, cognitive deficits, suicidality, seizures, epilepsy, and psychosis.Get 20% off your first order of Resist Nutrition Bars, a powerhouse snack for hormone and blood sugar regulation. Order yours at www.resistnutrition.comSponsor Link:www.resistnutrition.comImportant Links:The Neuro Clinic WebsitePubMed® WebsiteThe MeSH DatabaseArray 20 Blood-Brain Permeability™PPT link of Dr. Oliver

Show Summary: "Everybody wants to change. But we can’t because we are all addicts. Our drug is sugar and we have food that gives pleasure to our brain, so we can’t let go of it.” We all desire to be healthier. And when we actually attempt to, our usual resolutions would be to cut down on anything ‘unhealthy’ that we can think of. Sipping coffee less in the morning and taking out carbs in the evening. This path becomes an uphill battle that only backfires on us.  Food addiction has always been an in-demand subject. Even though we have listened to and agreed to all the experts’ advice, we just can’t seem to get past these cravings. It’s like answering the call of nature, and we have no logical control over it. Gutsy Health Podcast Co-host, Gina Worful, is a schooled dietitian that struggled with her own food cravings. Thanks to her experience, she is the best resource to unpack the secret of how to satisfy it while sticking to your goal of being healthy.  Satiate your cravings and know the science behind them. Listen to Episode 42 of the Gutsy Health Podcast!Exceptional Highlights:It’s not a question of your willpower. Cravings are a sign of imbalance that can’t be pushed away by thoughts but rather, by having the right chemistry in your body.Stress hormones trigger the adrenaline and nervous system to be overactive and dysregulated. This induces our brain to have cravings because it’s in survival mode.When you start learning and loving your body, it naturally comes back into alignment and in optimal health. Show Highlights: Fight or flight has become a baseline mode in today’s society Juanique 07:01Most of us are stressed yet unaware of it. Being anxious and alert all the time becomes so normalized in our modern pace, and this has contributed to our uncontrollable cravings. The relationship of feel-good hormones to our food addictions Gina 11:2Sugar, carbohydrates, and salty food give us temporary serotonin and dopamine boosts. Consuming protein and other minerals sustainably satiate these cravings because it replenishes our deficiencies. Change your palate by nipping it in the bud Gina 16:18Gradually eating healthier is a waste of time. Because our palates have become used to processed food, continuing to eat it would make it taste better compared to cleaner options. Extreme dependence on food versus enjoying it in moderation Juanique 22:11Instead of giving up your favorite food entirely, it can still bring joy and happiness when enjoyed in bite-size pieces. Conquering cravings likened to surfing waves Gina 28:04Like slow waves starting to build, it’d be better to lean forward and embrace your cravings because it helps us be attuned to our bodies so we can give them what it needs. HAVE A GOOD NIGHT SLEEP THROUGH COZY EARTH'S PREMIUM BAMBOO BEDDING & LOUNGEWEAR PRODUCTS. GET A 35% DISCOUNT ON ALL PRODUCTS USING THE CODE "GUTSY". Enroll here:Conquering Cravings WorkshopOther Links:@gutsyhealthpodcast Instagram