Alter Life

We all have different perspectives, beliefs, and opinions. With the seemingly increased polarization in our world it might feel daunting or difficult to share one's own truth - at least it has been for me (Dr. Benjamin)!

When it comes down to it, there are relatively few hard truths in the world that are unarguably factual. Nevertheless, we all have our own personal truth, and the world needs to hear it!

As we speak our truth, we also move our physiology into a healing state, while also promoting healthy evolution of our society.

Some takeaways...

• The collective emergence into the 'satya yuga' from the 'kali yuga'
• The difference between universal truths and personal truths
• As we speak our truth we give others permission to do the same
• The risk of censorship as it relates to collective evolution
• The physiologic benefits of sharing truth, and the consequence of stifling it
• When in doubt, trust the good feeling and share from there

We encourage you to come on into the Facebook group and join the Plant Based & Stress Free community at www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth

Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on!

You may also be interested in these episodes...

- Relationships - https://www.alter.health/episode44

- Pandemic for Peace - https://www.alter.health/episode187

- Global Pandemic or Growing Pains - https://www.alter.health/episode194

Links to learn more

- SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode198

- JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/ 

- TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course

- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth

- GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3

- APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive

- CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc

- CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health

Links to  more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products

Thyroid health! So many people suffer with hypo or hyperthyroidism, most often diagnosed as an "autoimmune" condition.

We know that the body doesn't attack itself! There must be something deeper going on...

In this episode we get to the root of hypo and hyperthyroidism and share with your the immune stimulating diet and lifestyle strategies that will allow your body to heal naturally.

Some important takeaways include...

• Thyroid basics, lab interpretation, and the interconnected endocrine system
• The real source of thyroid inflammation causing hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism
• How to steer clear from key environmental toxins
• The ultimate immune stimulating superfoods, and a couple isolated nutrients 
• The importance of self-expression and moving the 5th chakra energy
• Hydrotherapy practices to bring fresh blood and energy to promote your healing

Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM!

You may also be interested in these episodes...

- Supporting Your Adrenals - https://www.alter.health/episode33

- Autoimmune Lifestyle - https://www.alter.health/episode63

- Ultimate Viral Protection - https://www.alter.health/episode181

Links to learn more

- SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode197

- JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/ 

- TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course

- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth

- GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3

- APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive

- CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc

- CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health

Links to  more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products

Health starts in the gut.

Dr. B brings his expertise of the microbiome and digestive system to the podcast in this great conversation!

We covered so much information that is truly fundamental for any and all humans looking to enhance health within their gut and beyond.

Some highlights include... 

• What an optimal microbiome looks like and how to achieve it
• How dysbiosis lies at the root of virtually all digestive issues
• What you need to know about prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics as it relates to your health
• How to heal a sensitive gut with plants
• The relationship between stress/anxiety and digestive disturbance

Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on!

You may also be interested in these episodes...

- Julieanna Hever - https://www.alter.health/episode120

- Dr. Gemma Newman - https://www.alter.health/episode144

- Ultimate Weight Loss Tips - https://www.alter.health/episode163

Links to learn more

- SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode196

- JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/ 

- TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course

- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth

- GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3

- APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive

- CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc

- CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health

Links to  more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products

We have a pandemic of insomnia and fatigue in this world, which comes down to the widespread disruption of the circadian rhythm.

Your body has immense wisdom and is harmoniously tuned with nature. There are so many normalized social habits and tendencies that have lead to a deranged connection with thy natural cycles such as our own circadian rhythm.

In this episode we cover important information about the hormones responsible for regulating this innate rhythm, why it's so important to reestablish this inner balance, and the potential health consequences tied with circadian dysfunction.

Some important takeaways include...

• Why most people have a calcified pineal gland and what to do about it
• The relationship between melatonin and cortisol in your body
• Lifestyle practices for optimizing both melatonin and cortisol levels
• The 2 most detrimental habits when it comes to circadian disruption and sleep issues
• The benefits of hydrotherapy and exercise to recalibrate your rhythm
• Melatonin's potent antioxidant and immune stimulating properties and the longterm consequence of melatonin deficiency

Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM!

You may also be interested in these episodes...

- Supporting Your Adrenals - https://www.alter.health/episode33

- Sleep Better and Heal Faster - https://www.alter.health/episode63

- Should You Take Supplements - https://www.alter.health/episode147

Links to learn more

- SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode195

- JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/ 

- TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course

- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth

- GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3

- APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive

- CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc

- CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health

Links to  more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products

My thoughts have turned from individual health to the collective... and I feel I am not alone.

In this episode, I share something I wrote on the topic of the cultural transformation that we are in the midst of right now. We might call it a coronavirus pandemic, but I think we can also agree that our culture and world will never ever be the same - and this is a good thing as far as I'm concerned!

Read my full essay on Medium: https://medium.com/@drbenjaminalter/global-pandemic-or-growing-pains-or-maybe-both-1aaf20d2801c

Some takeaways...

• We are 'growing up' and growth isn't ever easy
• Sociopolitical generalizations are dissolving, and this is a good thing
• Humans are essentially identical and share so much common ground - let's focus there
• Power comes from inner peace, not reaction or revolt
• Fear of the unknown is normal, and can be alternatively viewed as excitement

We encourage you to come on into the Facebook group and join the Plant Based & Stress Free community at www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth

Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on!

You may also be interested in these episodes...

- Battleground into a Playground with Dr. Ben - https://www.alter.health/episode106

- Turn your world Inside Out to feel Well - https://www.alter.health/episode143

- A Pandemic For Peace - https://www.alter.health/episode187

Links to learn more

- SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode194

- JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/ 

- TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course

- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth

- GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3

- APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive

- CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc

- CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health

Links to  more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products

When we talk about eating a whole food plant based diet we are (still!!!) often met with questions and criticisms about the expense.

The truth is, this way of eating is MUCH less expensive than you nay have been led to believe!

The amazing thing is that once you start to simplify your diet and eat more real, whole, nutrient dense foods, you will spend LESS money as your health INCREASES!

Some important takeaways include...

• The true cost of meat, fish, dairy, and eggs
• The cheapest staple foods to stock up on and center your meals around
• Why we don't buy 100% organic, and what to do instead
• Processed foods and restaurant foods are the most expensive items
• The importance of fresh AND frozen fruits and veggies
• A nutrient dense whole food plant based day of eating for just $12.50 (compared to $18.33 for average standard american day of food)

Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM!

You may also be interested in these episodes...

• Healing Iron Deficiency with Plants - https://www.alter.health/episode115
• Why Oil is NOT A Health Food - https://www.alter.health/episode155
• The Most Medicinal Herbs in Your Kitchen - https://www.alter.health/episode189

Links to learn more

- SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode193.

- JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/ 

- TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course

- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth

- GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3

- APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive

- CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc

- CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health

Links to  more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products

We all seek CHANGE, but only few want TO CHANGE.

Here is another Doctor Ben monologue, this time on the topic of change, in a healthy, sustainable, and even effortless way.

Force, willpower, and structured protocols are a thing of the past. They simply don't work in any sort of reliable and sustainable way.

In this talk, we go into the natural and organic process of effortless change of habits from a peaceful, grounded, and neutral place. 

Some takeaways...

• Why willpower is inherently unsustainable
• The importance of trusting and following a good feeling
• Authentic good feeling vs "ego's" good feeling
• How to make choices from a peaceful center
• Using life for learning and growth

We encourage you to come on into the Facebook group and join the Plant Based & Stress Free community at www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth

Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on!

You may also be interested in these episodes...

• From a Battleground to a Playground with Dr. Ben - https://www.alter.health/episode106
• Turn Your World Inside Out to Feel Well - https://www.alter.health/episode143
• A Pandemic for Peace - https://www.alter.health/episode187

Links to learn more

- SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode192

- JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/ 

- TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course

- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth

- GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3

- APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive

- CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc

- CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health

Links to  more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products

The Vitamin B12 talk...! We've probably all heard bits and pieces of information and misinformation about where vitamin B12 actually comes from and what is does for us in the body.

In this conversation we address the. topic full on, and hopefully put to rest any questions you may have held about your plant based diet being a suboptimal way of eating due to the fact that it 'doesn't contain vitamin B12'.

Some important takeaways include...

• Where B12 comes from and why we need to supplement in the 21st century
• Why all farmed animals are given B12 supplements today
• The different forms of vitamin B12 what they do inside your body
• Signs and symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency
• The best and most bioavailable forms of vitamin B12 we recommend, along with dosages
• Why we don't recommend relying on fortified foods or vitamin B12 injections

By the way, we recommend this vitamin B12 product, a mixture of methyl and adenosyl-cobalamin - here’s an amazon link - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RXEW7R0/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00RXEW7R0&linkCode=as2&tag=alterhealth03-20&linkId=ca472663a3c61d475cf63c4f4d73c0a4

Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM!

You may also be interested in these episodes...

• Should You Take Supplements - https://www.alter.health/episode147
• All About Hormonal Health - https://www.alter.health/episode153
• Ultimate Guide to Natural Viral Protection - https://www.alter.health/episode181

Links to learn more

- SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode191

- JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/ 

- TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course

- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth

- GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3

- APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive

- CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc

- CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health

Links to  more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products

This is a first. Just me, Dr. Ben, sharing my thoughts.

In some ways, this feels like a right of passage for me as a podcaster. A lot of energy has been building to move me to take this step and share.

So here I am, in my long form monologue! 

Some takeaways...

• Your innate immunity is dependent upon a healthy relationship with microbes
• Side effects of a strong immune system
• Maintaining sanity and levity amidst information overload
• The importance of remembering who you truly are, beyond the human experience
• Your psychologic immunity and building its resilience
• What death has to teach us
• Living vs being kept alive in the disease management system
• The power of purpose in health and wellbeing
• How stress flips the circuit breaker on your immune system 

We encourage you to come on into the Facebook group and join the Plant Based & Stress Free community at www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth

Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on!

You may also be interested in these episodes...

• Battleground into a Playgr

Links to  more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products

As Naturopathic Doctors, we know that Food IS Medicine... AND, we know the healing power of herbs!

We are both herbalism nerds, and appreciate the vast healing properties that all medicinal herbs provide. BUT, we often forget about the healing power of the most basic, common, overlooked and under appreciated medicinal plants that are probably held hostage in your spice cabinet right now!

Today we talk about the antimicrobial, immune boosting, anti-inflammatory, detoxifying, and digestive healing effects of various common culinary herbs and spices.

Some important takeaways include...

• The synergy of phytonutrients in all plants and herbs
• Top antimicrobial herbs
• Powerful anti-inflammatory herbs
• How carmitative herbs help your gut
• The strongest herbs to support liver and kidneys to detox
• Why you should add MORE herbs than the recipe ever calls for in your cooking

Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM!

You may also be interested in these episodes...

• Naturopathic vs Functional Medicine - https://www.alter.health/episode151
• Why Oil is Not a Health Food - https://www.alter.health/episode155
• End Sugar Cravings - https://www.alter.health/episode167

Links to learn more

- SHOW NOTES: https://www.alter.health/episode189

- JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/alterhealth/ 

- TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: https://www.alter.health/course

- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/alterhealth

- GET OUR BOOK: https://amzn.to/2tmiOz3

- APPLY TO WORK WITH US: https://www.alter.health/holistic-intensive

- CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/alterhealthinc

- CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/alter.health

Links to  more good stuff

- Work With Me - www.alter.health
- GREEN FORCE! - www.visfoods.co (use the code AlterLife for $10 off)
- Check out my favorite products - www.alter.health/products