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Join Hosts Matt and Brandon as they sit down with renowned breast explant specialist, Dr. Robert Whitfield, board-certified plastic surgeon based in Austin, Texas. In this candid conversation, Dr. Whitfield shares his expertise and unique perspective on Breast Implant Illness (BII), the complexities of explant surgery, and the critical importance of proper pre- and post-operative preparation.
Key Topics DiscussedIf you or a loved one is considering breast implants or explant, or you’re a healthcare provider wanting to understand more about Breast Implant Illness and functional surgical preparation, this episode is a must-listen.
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What if much of what women have been told about breast health and breast cancer prevention is incomplete?
In this eye-opening episode of Health, Wealth & The Ultimate Self, Dr. Matt Rayner, DC, sits down with renowned breast surgeon turned functional oncology specialist Dr. Jenn Simmons, MD, to challenge conventional thinking around breast cancer, hormone health, and prevention.
After years performing breast cancer surgery, Dr. Simmons began asking bigger questions: Why are women rarely taught about the metabolic and hormonal drivers of cancer? Why are many survivors left suffering after treatment? And why are controversial topics surrounding mammography and breast screening rarely discussed?
Together, they explore:
✔️ The controversy surrounding mammograms and why they remain the standard of care
✔️ Over-diagnosis, lead-time bias, and questions many women aren't asking
✔️ The role of metabolic dysfunction in breast cancer risk
✔️ Hormone replacement therapy and common misconceptions surrounding estrogen and breast cancer
✔️ Alcohol consumption and breast cancer risk
✔️ Xenoestrogens, plastics, and environmental toxins impacting women's health
✔️ Why so many breast cancer survivors feel unheard after treatment
✔️ QT Imaging and emerging non-radiation breast screening technologies
✔️ A root-cause approach to protecting breast health
Whether you're a woman seeking prevention, a breast cancer survivor, a healthcare practitioner, or someone who wants a deeper understanding of women's health, this conversation offers a thought-provoking perspective that challenges the status quo.
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Meet Dr. Jenn Simmons: From Breast Surgeon to Functional Oncology Pioneer
6:28 Family History and Finding a Mission
11:20 The Mammogram Debate: Benefits, Risks & Why They're Still Recommended
19:02 Overdiagnosis, Lead-Time Bias & What Statistics Really Show
25:57 Are We Missing the Root Causes of Breast Cancer?
31:55 Mammogram Radiation and the Questions Few Are Asking
36:13 QT Imaging: The Future of Breast Screening?
43:31 Why Innovation in Breast Imaging Has Been Slow
51:55 Pink-Washing, Fundraising and Missing the Root Causes
52:20 Metabolic Health and Breast Cancer Prevention
58:10 Life After Breast Cancer: Why Many Women Are Left Suffering
61:04 Hormones, Menopause and the Estrogen Myth
67:55 Alcohol: One of the Most Important Modifiable Risk Factors
72:53 Xenoestrogens, Plastics and Environmental Toxins
76:01 Protecting Hormonal Health After Menopause
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Connect with Dr. Jenn Simmons MD
Book: "The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer"
https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Womans-Guide-Breast-Cancer/dp/B0D38MNWBK
Podcast:
🎙 Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keeping-abreast-with-dr-jenn/id1697193398
QT Imaging Centers:
🌐https://www.perfeqtionimaging.com
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#BreastHealth #DrJennSimmons #BreastCancerPrevention #HormoneHealth #WomensHealth #FunctionalMedicine #BreastCancerAwareness #MetabolicHealth #Longevity #CancerPrevention #HealthPodcast
In this insightful episode of The Wellness Institute of Dallas, hosts Dr. Matt Rayner, DC, and Dr. Brandon Nutt, DC, sit down in Austin with special guest Dr. Steven Reinlie, DC, founder of In Motion Sport and Spine. Together, they dive deep into the world of sports-specific chiropractic care, functional medicine, injury prevention, and youth athletics.
Listeners will learn about Dr. Reinlie's personal journey from a high school athlete facing frustrating injuries to becoming an integrative chiropractor focused on nuanced, patient-centered care 00:00:47. The conversation covers the advantages of integrative clinics, the importance of functional assessment, and how spending time with patients often leads to life-changing diagnoses that conventional models can miss 00:02:37.
Key discussion highlights include:
Dr. Reinlie also shares stories from clinical practice—such as detecting ankylosing spondylitis early and empowering patients to regain activities central to their identity 00:07:19, 00:40:38.
Whether you're an athlete, a parent, a healthcare provider, or just passionate about functional health, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways and relatable stories that challenge the status quo of musculoskeletal care.
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#SportsInjury #FunctionalMedicine #Parenting #YouthSports #DiscInjury #BackPain #AthleteHealth #Wellness
In this episode of Health, Wealth and The Ultimate Self podcast, we sit down with Dr. Payal Mehta, a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in pelvic floor health and scoliosis. Dr. Mehta shares her professional journey from her beginnings in India to her current work in the U.S., delving into the challenges and breakthroughs she's encountered along the way.
Dr. Mehta opens up about her personal struggles with pelvic floor dysfunction, the lack of awareness surrounding the condition, and how this experience inspired her to explore beyond traditional physical therapy methods. She explains the crucial connection between breath, core stability, and pelvic floor function, highlighting why issues are often rooted higher up in the body and not just isolated to the pelvis.
Listeners will learn the importance of breath work, core training, and proper movement patterns for preventing and managing pelvic floor dysfunction—far beyond relying on Kegels alone. Dr. Mehta discusses common symptoms, the impact of stress, sedentary lifestyles, and hormonal changes, especially around menopause. She also addresses the challenges she faces shifting perspectives in physical therapy, emphasizing the need for ongoing learning, individualized care, and integrative approaches to health.
Whether you’re experiencing low back pain, hip tightness, urinary issues, or are planning for pregnancy, this episode is packed with practical advice and empowering insights for women and men alike.
Connect with Dr. Payal Mehta:
Instagram: @PowerOverPain
Free discovery calls and personalized guidance available.
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Find us on iTunes, Spotify, or YouTube. Full show notes and resources are linked in the episode description.
In this insightful episode, we welcome back Sally K. Norton, MPH—internationally recognized as the Ivy League nutritionist and acclaimed author of Toxic Superfoods: How Oxalate Overload Is Making You Sick and How to Get Better. With nearly two years since her last appearance, this conversation dives deeper into the hidden dangers of oxalates—chemicals found in common "superfoods" like spinach, almonds, peanuts, beets, sweet potatoes, and even dark chocolate.
Whether you're struggling with chronic pain, stubborn fatigue, fibromyalgia, hormonal issues, autoimmune symptoms, or mysterious neurological complaints, this episode unpacks how bioaccumulation of oxalates could be an overlooked root cause. Sally K. Norton addresses the science behind oxalate toxicity, its wide-ranging impact on energy, metabolism, mineral deficiency, connective tissue, women's health, and even mental wellbeing and longevity.
Learn how diet and lifestyle changes—even simple swaps like switching out spinach for romaine—can lead to profound healing. Discover actionable resources, group support options, cookbooks, and where to start making low-oxalate living approachable. If you're a provider, patient, or just health-curious, tune in for practical guidance, myth-busting, and hope for recovery beyond traditional medicine.
Keywords: Oxalates, Sally K. Norton, Toxic Superfoods, chronic illness, functional medicine, nutrition, spinach, fatigue, pain, women's health, longevity, kidney stones, inflammation, low oxalate, podcast,
Sally K. Norton’s book, “Toxic Superfoods: How Oxalate Overload Is Making You Sick and How to Get Better” is available everywhere books are sold. The Data Companion to Toxic Superfoods is available at https://sallyknorton.com/toxic_superfoods/data_companion. Sally’s cookbook, Sally’s Recipe Collection, is filled with amazing recipes and can be found at Shop.SallyKNorton.com. For more information, visit SallyKNorton.com or follow Sally on YouTube and social media. She’s @sknorton and @toxicsuperfoods_oxalate_book on Instagram, @BeFreeToThrive on Facebook, and @BetterLowOx on X
Links:
Website: https://sallyknorton.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sknorton
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toxicsuperfoods_oxalate_book
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeFreetoThrive
X: https://twitter.com/BetterLowOx
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFpmJtV19QCyjzaC5U691-A
Toxic Superfoods: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593139585?tag=randohouseinc7986-20
Data Companion: https://sallyknorton.com/toxic_superfoods/data_companion
Sally’s Recipe Collection: https://shop.sallyknorton.com/products/low-oxalate-recipe-book-pdf-only
Join host Matt Rayner as he welcomes Dr. Julie Merriman—a counselor with over three decades of experience, registered play therapist, and bestselling author—to discuss burnout, compassion fatigue, nervous system healing, and how midlife women can reclaim joy, passion, and vitality.
In this candid and actionable conversation, Julie explains the science and lived reality of burnout and compassion fatigue, how it impacts high-achieving women (especially over 50), and why exhaustion is NOT a character flaw. They share personal stories and expert insights about nervous system overwhelm, why self-care isn’t just a “cherry on top,” and tangible micro-rebellions for women who put everyone else first.
Julie and Matt dive deep into:
Dr. Merriman, a breast cancer survivor and chronic over-giver herself, shares transformative lessons from her own journey back to “soul joy.” She previews her new book "Are We Going to Have Sex or What?"—a guide to reigniting desire in midlife and healing relationships by tending to your nervous system.
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About the Guest:
Dr. Julie Merriman is a Licensed Professional Counselor, registered play therapist, PhD, and author of "In Pursuit of Soul Joy" and "Are We Going to Have Sex or What?". She hosts the "Compassion Fatigue Cure" and "Sex After 50" podcasts. Discover more at juliemerrimanphd.com
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Timestamps:
0:00 – Welcome & Julie’s background
3:44 – Burnout & compassion fatigue in counseling
9:27 – How nervous system overwhelm shows up
17:46 – Embodiment, rituals, & resetting between clients
26:12 – Redefining success and rewriting your story
41:02 – Julie’s personal journey through burnout
58:30 – Signs and symptoms of burnout & compassion fatigue
1:06:35 – Micro-rebellions & baby steps for healing
1:18:50 – The science of desire, “the bliss molecule,” and intimacy after 50
1:34:28 – Where to find Dr. Julie Merriman’s books and podcasts
In this enlightening episode of The Wellness Institute of Dallas, we sit down with Dr. Kelly Ruef, licensed naturopathic doctor and clinical educator for Precision Analytical, the creators of the Dutch Test. Together, we dive into the complex world of female hormones, with a focus on navigating perimenopause, menopause, and the unique challenges women face when it comes to hormone health.
Dr. Ruef shares her personal journey into naturopathic medicine, sparked by her own struggles with cystic acne and frustration with traditional approaches that lacked comprehensive hormone testing. We explore the benefits of the Dutch Test—a dried urine test for comprehensive hormone analysis—and how it compares to conventional blood tests, allowing for a more detailed and actionable understanding of hormone balance, metabolism, and related health concerns.
Key topics discussed include:
Dr. Ruef also debunks common myths around menopause, hormone therapy, and cortisol, while offering encouragement and hope for women at every stage of the journey. Whether you're considering hormone testing, seeking answers for stubborn symptoms, or simply looking to understand your body better, this episode packs actionable information and compassionate advice.
To learn more about the Dutch Test or access additional resources and educational materials, visit DutchTest.com.
Tune in for a conversation that empowers women to advocate for deeper testing, better understanding, and holistic support as they navigate their hormone health
#Hormones #Perimenopause #biohacking #functionalmedicine
Welcome to the first episode of 2026 from The Wellness Institute of Dallas—an eye-opening conversation that could transform your approach to healing! In this can't-miss installment, Dr. Matt Rayner (DC) and Dr. Nutt (DC) dive deep into a topic that's often overlooked, yet powerful: the role of faith in health recovery. Whether you think of faith as a spiritual practice, a mindset, or simply the unwavering belief in your body’s ability to heal, this episode unpacks why it's the true cornerstone of achieving positive health outcomes.
Have you ever wondered why some people thrive despite daunting health challenges while others struggle, even with the best doctors and treatments? The hosts explore the science and neurobiology behind faith, showing how your thoughts, mindset, and beliefs directly affect your physiology—sometimes even more than medications or therapies. From placebo and nocebo effects to real-world stories of patients whose healing journeys were impacted by doubt and dysfunction in trust, this episode gets real about what it actually takes to get well.
You’ll hear practical strategies for rewiring your mindset, activating your brain’s healing powers, and breaking out of self-limiting beliefs. Discover how simple actions like exercise, meaningful social connections, and mental “reps” of faith can switch your body from survival mode to repair mode, unleashing your natural ability to recover. The hosts don’t shy away from tough topics: skepticism in traditional healthcare, chronic pain, post-infection syndromes, and the powerful impact of identity in healing (hello, “I’m just the POTS person”).
If you or someone you love feels stuck on the path to wellness—dealing with persistent symptoms, anxiety, doubt, or feeling unheard—this episode delivers hope, science, and actionable tools. Learn why acknowledging your challenges without giving in to hopelessness is essential, and how faith truly acts as a biological and neurochemical intervention.
Whether you’re here for scientific insights, spiritual connection, or practical advice, The Wellness Institute of Dallas gives you a fresh perspective on healing—proving that faith might just be the most important medicine of all.
Tune in now and let Dr. Matt Rayner and Dr. Nutt show you how faith can be your strongest asset on the journey to health!
Is your home making you sick?
In this eye-opening episode of The Wellness Institute of Dallas, Dr. Rayner DC, sits down with renowned indoor environmental expert Michael McNatt to unpack the hidden threats of mold and mycotoxin illness—and most importantly, what you can do to protect yourself and your family.
Together, they dive deep into:
The surprising health risks of mold and mycotoxins
Why even “brand new” or luxury homes can harbor serious mold problems
The biggest myths (and most common mistakes) about mold remediation
Smart, affordable steps to evaluate, isolate, and remediate mold in your home—especially for those who can’t afford to pick up and move
How to be your own best advocate in a world where most doctors don’t recognize mold illness
Practical do-it-yourself strategies and low-cost solutions for environmental triage and home inspection
Whether you’re already battling unexplained symptoms, want to buy a healthier home, or simply want peace of mind, this episode is packed with actionable advice and empathetic guidance.
- Understanding Mold & Mycotoxin Illness
Discover what makes indoor mold so stealthy and dangerous—from neurological issues to hormone disruption and chronic fatigue. Michael explains why traditional medicine often misses the connection and how widespread the problem really is.
- Why Your Home’s History Matters (Not Just Its Age or Price!)
Learn top risk factors for mold growth—including water leaks, crawl spaces, air conditioning systems, and even unexpected issues in multi-million-dollar homes.
- The Truth About Mold Remediation: What Works & What’s a Scam
Michael reveals red flags to spot unqualified mold inspectors and dangerous “quick fixes.” Hear why “killing” mold with bleach or fogging often makes things worse, and why physical removal is essential.
- Practical, Low-Cost Steps for Mold Exposure Triage
Step-by-step emergency triage: isolate, separate, filtrate. From DIY air scrubbers (Corsi Rosenthal box) to actionable advice if you can’t afford to move out—find resources you can use today.
- DIY Mold Testing: What Works, What’s a Waste, and When to Call a Pro
Get guidance on affordable, high-sensitivity testing (like ERMI and QPCR via LIS Biotech), how to properly evaluate test results, and why context is everything.
- Health, Lifestyle, and Environmental Triggers
Explore why stress, metabolic disorders, and modern living are making us more vulnerable to indoor toxins. Find out how small lifestyle shifts and home maintenance strategies can provide powerful prevention.
- Free & Trusted Resources for Patients
Discover Michael’s nonprofit, HealthyHome.Help, loaded with free courses and calculators. Plus, learn how to find vetted indoor environmental professionals (search ISEAI.org).
Resources & Links
Michael McNatt’s Nonprofit: HealthyHome Help – Free Mold Resources & DIY Courses (https://healthyhome.help)
ERMI / QPCR Testing: LIS Biotech
Find Qualified Environmental Assessors: ISEAI – International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness
DIY Air Purification: Corsi-Rosenthal Box Instructions (on HealthyHome Help)
Books Mentioned:
Building a Mold Free Home by John Banta
Mold-Free Home Building by Doug Hoffman (NORMI)
Connect with Us
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Website: www.thewellnessinstituteofdallas.com
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2h9qJEPapt9DZKjSTbJLS4?si=houyxMpuTnyhRzBJRUgIew
Instagram: @wellnessinstituteofdallas.com
Have a question or want to share your mold story? Leave a comment, DM on Instagram
#mold #mycotoxins , #moldtoxicity , #mycotoxins, #chronicillness #chronicpain #chronicfatigue #functionalmedicine #health #biohackingtips #wellness
In this compelling follow-up episode, we take a deep dive into one of the most pervasive and controversial chemicals in our environment today—glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup. Building on previous discussions about microplastics and PFAS, we explore what glyphosate is, how it came to dominate farming practices, and its far-reaching impacts on human health.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Takeaway:
Glyphosate exposure is likely much more common than most people think—even detectable in over 90% of pregnant women in the U.S. We urge listeners to stay informed, support their detoxification systems, and push for safer farming and food practices.
Links & Resources:
Ready to take charge of your health? Have questions or want us to tackle a future topic? Reach out to the Health, Wealth and Ultimate Self team. Remember: this episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice—contact your provider for personal recommendations.
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Educational, motivational and conversational! Functional and Integrative healthcare providers diving deep into the latest in integrative healthcare and pushing listeners to build the best and most…
This podcast was motivated by over a decade of patients telling and encouraging us to record our conversations and perspectives on various health subjects. For years we kept talking about needing to do it and finally after kicking the can down the road long enough we launched our podcast in January of 2023. Over the years, we would have conversations over the phone on our commute home. We would talk about the various things we would see in our office that day, discuss all the potential complexities of a case, the patient history that was missed from other providers. This would eventually lead to us ranting and going on and ultimately passionately discussing and advocating for a better path going forward for those patients. We would often end those calls saying that we should have recorded that! These conversations and our daily strive to help educate and empower our patients and community made this launch into a podcast not only make sense but ultimately inevitable.
We pride ourselves on fighting for patients to get better care, better answers and empowering them to take control of their health and life. This podcast is an extension of this wider push for empowering more people through education and asking for nothing in return (well maybe a share and pass long to those who would benefit from listening).
In the world of functional and integrative health there are varying shades or providers. The hope is our podcast will help listeners be better interviewers of providers out there and weed out the ones that like the sound of being an "integrative/Functional provider" but are still practicing an outdated, protocol driven and non specific model of healthcare. The world of chronic disease is growing by the minute and more and more are being impacted by chronic conditions and need providers who are willing to listen, dig deep, be humble and be willing to put the patient first above all else to figure out why the individual is where they are.
We found our way into the functional health world first with functional neurology and becoming experts in brain and neurological health. Quickly into this journey you realize the brain can not thrive without proper metabolic and cell health, Immune and cardiac function and optimal biochemistry...ultimately leading us to layer both functional and integrative medicine and functional neurology into our clinical approach. If you are going to retrain and rehab the brain you better home you can fuel it and feed it to see the best outcomes for neuroplasticity.
Our episodes are going to span across any and every top we can imagine. From mitochondrial health, anti-aging, functional medicine, functional neurology, concussion care and post concussion syndrome to mast cell activation, auto immune disease, weight gain and metabolic disease to name a few. Over the years we have been blessed to meet and work with incredible individuals and we will invite them on to share their perspective....From former pro athlete to business owner to author to renowned educator in the field, we plan to touch on it all.
We hope you enjoy our shows and discussions on functional and integrative health and we hope it can help serve you in becoming your best and strongest version of yourself. Please join in our mission to help educate and empower and ultimately force a new standard in healthcare that is about patient-centered care targeting the cause and not the symptom(s). Please share far and wide and join our mission!