Beyond The Basics Health Academy Podcast

Podcast 092: PCOS: Revisited and Rebooted due to our blog post

We decided to revisit PCOS, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome since we blogged about it and got a lot of feedback. We wanted to address questions and comments that we got on the blog. We talk about the treatments that we talk about in our podcast including apple cider vinegar, d-chiro inositol, berberine, and castor oil compresses. We address why these treatments are so beneficial for PCOS and answer questions that we got from the blog.

Podcast 091: Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis

Wendy and Meaghan tackle the complex situation of Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. This occurs when there is a low thyroid function (hypothyroid) in an autoimmune condition. It is important to not only treat the thyroid imbalance but also the underlying autoimmune condition.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN IN THIS PODCAST
• What is Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
• How should thyroid function be thoroughly accessed
• What causes antibodies to be elevated
• How does the thyroid occur?
• What contributes to the autoimmune part of Hashimoto’s?
• What can you do to help treat Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis.

Want to know more. Here is a link to our article on Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
http://beyondthebasicshealthacademy.com/hashimotos-thyroiditis-what-you-need-know-right-now/

Transformation, What You Want to Be in 2016 with Dr. Kristy Towell Podcast 089:

Dr. Kristy Towell, DC joins us today to tell how she transformed her life in 2015 through nutrition and lifestyle changes. Dr. Kristy works at Westfelt Wellness Center in Thunder Bay, Ontario.

Dr. Kristy is a busy working mother of two children. She has always enjoyed working out but realized at the end of 2014 that something had to change. She had just trained for a half marathon. Though she was happy with her time results, she was disappointed in how she looked in pictures. She knew something had to change. In this podcast, Dr. Kristy talks about what she did to make 2015 different. How she went from 27% body fat to under 15% body fat. How she started working out for less time to get better results. And how changing her nutrition made all the difference!

This is a great podcast full of great information and real life motivation. Thanks so much Dr. Kristy Towell for coming on the show and sharing your story and expertise.

Here is also a great before and after picture to see exactly how Dr. Kristy has transformed over the past 14 months.

Podcast 088: Conversation with Cindy Locher about Hypnotherapy

Dr. Meaghan and Wendy welcome Cindy Locher to the show. Cindy is a hypnotherapist that uses hypnosis as a complementary medical training.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:
• What is hypnosis?
• What hypnosis is NOT?
• What role does the subconscious mind play in overall thought processes and health?
• What client populations do the best with hypnosis?

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST
• Midwest Hypnotherapy Academy
• Change Works Hypnosis Center
• Hypnotic Radio Hour
• Find out more about Cindy Locher at www.minnesotahypnosis.com

Thank you so much, Cindy, for coming on the show and telling us more about the power of the subconscious mind.

TOX-SICK Part 4 Podcast 087: Book Club

Dr. Meaghan and Wendy discuss the following chapters in Suzanne Somers book:

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:
• Chapter 9: The Detox Basics
• Chapter 10: Advanced Techniques
• 9 Point Detox Checklist
• Suggestions for DNA Protection & Cellular Support
• Suggestions for Liver Support
• Suggestions for Brain and Neurological Support
• Suggestions for Digestive and Gastrointestinal Support
• Suggestions for Cardiovascular Support
• Suggestions for Hormonal Support
• Coconut Oil and the benefits…and a Detox
• Coffee and Bentonite Enemas

Tune in and listen to our podcast about Tox-Sick by Suzanne Somers. Read along with us as we discuss this book and the points you need to focus on. If you don’t like to read, just follow our discussion, and you will learn everything you need to know about this book.

LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
CoQ10 Podcast # 086
B Vitamins Podcast # 083
Natural Cleaning Household Cleaners Podcast # 042
Forever Health.com

CoQ10 Protect Your Heart Podcast 086

Dr. Meaghan and Wendy conversate about the research, information and physiology behind CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10). This essential chemical is involved in every cellular process in the body because of its role in energy production, enhanced blood flow, and protection of blood vessels.

The research is a bit conflicting, but there are three populations that especially seem to benefit from supplementation of CoQ10; fibromyalgia, after a heart attack, and statin drug users.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:

· What is CoQ10

· What does the research say about Coq10

· Who benefits from CoQ10 supplementation

· What is the difference between ubiquinol vs. ubiquinone forms

· How much should you supplement

· What is the drug Idebenone and what benefits does it preliminary show in research

Podcast 085: Aquaponics and Hydroponics with Ro Elgas

Ro Elgas from A Bee Organic is back on the show to discuss with us the process of hydroponic and aquaponic farming. This is a specialized type of farming that utilizes water-based environments to grow efficiently numerous plants and aquatic life.

The USDA Organic is a powerful marketing tool with recognized value to consumers. USDA Organic production methods help to protect our pollinators, frogs, and soil ecology. When compared to conventional chemical methods, organic cultivation benefits farmworkers and the health of their unborn children. Included under the organic seal is the verification that products are produced without GMO’s, Irradiation, and sewer sludge. It’s no surprise that the organic label brings a marketplace premium.

A Bee Organic is an accredited Certification Agency (ACA) that has been in operation since 2010. Certifying agents are responsible for ensuring that USDA organic products meet or exceed all organic standards. That means our clients need to know the standards to create vibrant, successful organic operations.

It’s A Bee Organic’s policy to encourage our clients to read through pertinent NOP definitions and regulations and then to ask as many questions as desired. Questions are important because the rule and your operation are interrelated. At A Bee Organic, we demonstrate our belief that organic is our future through our ongoing client care.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:
• What is aquaponic and hydroponic farming?
• What are the issues surrounding this type of farming?
• The controversy behind farming in this manner
• Can aquaponic and hydroponic truly be organic?

Podcast 084: Book Club Tox-Sick Part 3

Dr. Meaghan and Wendy discuss the following chapters in Suzanne Somers book:
Chapter 6: The Effects of Toxins on Your Thyroid and Other Hormones
Chapter 7: The Rest of You
Chapter 8: Protecting Your Home, Family, and Workplace

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:
• Why are people becoming sicker and sicker
• Why are we more toxic
• Why use HEPA filter
• The power of alkalinized water