Archive for 2015
Importance of organic and non-GMO supplements, including Kind supplements from Garden of Life.
Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Rex Jones will discuss the importance of organic and non-GMO supplements, including Kind supplements from Garden of Life.
Rex Jones has been an educator with Garden of Life for more than 4 years and brings with him a lifelong passion for the natural foods industry and a strong knowledge of herbal medicine. For more than 10 years he worked in a natural foods retail setting as a nutrition manager and herbalist. He led classes, co-hosted a radio show, managed web content and lectured on health topics. He is excited to share the Garden of Life mission: Empowering Extraordinary Health®.
Surprising herbal tricks to depress your appetite and stomach through the Holidays and New Year
Dana Laake and her special guest David Foreman will discuss herbal tricks to suppress your appetite and cravings through the holidays and New Year.
David Foreman, RPh, is a retired pharmacist, author and radio host of the syndicated show, “The Herbal Pharmacist.” He is well-versed on the healing powers of herbs, vitamins and other natural supplements. Dave is a graduate of the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy and is author of the book, 4 Pillars of Health: Heart Disease. He has lectured at some of America’s leading universities, medical groups and hospitals on the subject of natural health and healing. Dave believes that education is the key to understanding that natural health plays a role in mainstream medicine.
Benefits of omega-3s through a woman’s life cycle
Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dr. Dr. Aimée Shunney will discuss the benefits of omega-3s through a woman’s life cycle.
Aimée Gould Shunney, ND, is in private practice in Santa Cruz, CA, where she blends conventional medical diagnosis and treatment with the use of natural therapeutics including dietary and lifestyle counseling, nutritional supplements, herbal medicine, homeopathy, and bio-identical hormones. Dr. Shunney is a dynamic educator, radio show host, and writer on a mission to empower people to take charge of their health with integrative medicine. She specializes in women’s health, functional endocrinology, and family medicine. As a Medical Advisor to Nordic Naturals, Dr. Shunney also enjoys extolling the virtues of fish oil to professional, retail, and consumer audiences across the country.
New probiotic formulas
Dana Laake and her special guest Erin Stokes, ND, will discuss new probiotic formulas.
Dr. Erin Stokes, ND, received her naturopathic degree from Bastyr University in 2001. In her current position as Medical Director for MegaFood, she combines her experience as a naturopathic doctor with an extensive background in the natural retail products industry. Erin believes education is a key to making positive changes, and her personal mission is to empower people with the inspiration and tools to change their lives. Erin practices naturopathic medicine in Boulder, CO.
Protocols for inflammatory gastrointestinal (GI) conditions such as IBD, Crohn’s and colitis
Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dr. Robert Silverman will discuss protocols for inflammatory gastrointestinal (GI) conditions such as IBD, Crohn’s and colitis.
Dr. Robert G. Silverman graduated magna cum laude from the University of Bridgeport, College of Chiropractic. He holds a Master of Science in Human Nutrition and is a Diplomate with the American Clinical Board of Nutrition and the Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition. He is certified as a sports nutritionist and is also a Certified Nutrition Specialist and Certified Clinical Nutritionist. Dr. Silverman has a private practice in White Plains, NY, where he specializes in the treatment of joint pain with innovative, science-based, non-surgical approaches. He is a speaker for Metagenics and Erchonia Medical and has published numerous articles on treating and preventing sports injuries and joint pain.
Type 2 diabetes—how to eliminate symptoms, prevent complications and reverse the disease
Dana Laake and her special guests Drs. Tom and Stephanie Chaney will discuss type 2 diabetes—how to eliminate symptoms, prevent complications and reverse the disease.
Dr. Tom Chaney graduated from the University of Maryland with a major in Kinesiology, and received his Doctor of Chiropractic from New York Chiropractic College, where he received awards for clinical excellence. He founded Living Health Chiropractic and Functional Medicine, where he is committed to helping patients achieve optimal health naturally. Dr. Stephanie Chaney graduated from the University of Ottawa with a B.S. in Kinesiology. She attended New York Chiropractic College and received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree with honors. She joined Living Health in 2003 and is the Senior Clinic Director of that functional medicine practice.
The Gut Balance Revolution
Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dr. Gerard Mullin will discuss his new book, The Gut Balance Revolution: Boost Your Metabolism, Restore Your Inner Ecology, and Lose the Weight for Good!
Dr. Gerard Mullin is an Associate Professor of Medicine at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. He is board-certified in internal medicine, gastroenterology, integrative medicine, functional medicine and nutrition. Dr. Mullin is renowned for his work in integrative gastroenterology and nutrition. He has over 20 years of clinical experience in the field of integrative gastroenterology and earned his Master’s degree in nutrition while in practice. He is the author of several professional desk reference and trade books including his latest, The Gut Balance Revolution.
Natural strategies to combat silent inflammation that can affect your heart, brain and immune system
Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Decker Weiss will discuss natural strategies to combat silent inflammation that can affect your heart, brain and immune system.
Dr. Decker Weiss, NMD, FASA, is the first naturopathic physician to complete a conventional internship, residency, and fellowship in a conventional medical system. He trained in the Columbia Hospital system, the Arizona Heart Hospital, and the prestigious Arizona Heart Institute. Dr. Weiss has a holistic approach to cardiovascular disease management and is a pioneer in the application of effective natural alternatives to heart bypass and angioplasty. He is also knowledgeable about natural treatments for autoimmune disease, gastrointestinal issues, weight loss, and most forms of chronic disease. Dr. Weiss has traveled worldwide training physicians and pharmacists on safer ways to use fewer prescriptions and provide improved outcomes to their patients, and is currently is a consultant for Solgar.
Cutting-edge treatments for supporting brain health
Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dr. Majid Fotuhi will discuss cutting-edge treatments for supporting brain health.
Dr. Majid Fotuhi, MD, PhD, is a neurologist who specializes in treating patients with memory loss, cognitive decline, and concussion. He has created an effective “brain fitness program” to help patients with these conditions rejuvenate their brains. Dr. Fotuhi has had 25 years of teaching, clinical work, and neuroscience research experience at Harvard and Johns Hopkins. He conducts clinical research, writes books, and gives public lectures about brain health, prevention of Alzheimer’s disease, and expanding brain capacity. Dr. Fotuhi received his MD cum laude from Harvard Medical School, and his PhD in Neuroscience from Johns Hopkins University. He is currently the chairman of Memosyn Neurology Institute, an affiliate staff at Johns Hopkins Howard County General Hospital, and a lecturer at Harvard Medical School.
The latest news on antioxidants increasing cancer risk and the role and benefit of using NR – Nicotinamide Riboside
Dana Laake and her special guest Steven Nadell will discuss the latest news on how antioxidants may affect cancer cells, and the role and benefit of using nicotinamide riboside.
Steven Nadell, MS, CNS is a Functional Medicine Consultant with Thorne Research. He has been in the field of nutrition for 22 years. As a Certified Nutrition Specialist he helps doctors, nutritionists, and licensed practitioners use nutrition to improve patients’ health outcomes. He also supports the implementation of OncoQOL into oncology practices. OncoQOL are targeted nutraceuticals for helping to reduce side effects and improve quality of life for patients with cancer undergoing chemotherapy and radiation.