hol+ with Dr. Taz MD | The Future of Medicine is Holistic

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Cardiovascular disease is still the number one killer, yet guidelines keep pushing cholesterol lower and more people are put on statins for life. In this hol+ episode, Dr. Taz sits down with worlds leading nitric oxide researcher Dr. Nathan S. Bryan to ask hard questions about statin risk versus benefit, why cholesterol alone does not explain heart disease, and what is nitric oxide actually doing inside the body long before a heart attack or stroke. 

Together, they explore why low or no nitric oxide may be the missing piece behind rising blood pressure, plaque, and dementia, even in people who “follow the rules.”

From the benefits of nitric oxide for blood flow, blood pressure, diabetes, and brain health to the surprising impact of antiseptic mouthwash and antacid medications, this conversation reframes cardiovascular and metabolic disease as problems of cell signaling, not just lab numbers. 

You will learn what nitric oxide is, what does nitric oxide do for the body, why nitric oxide importance is often ignored in standard care, and how to raise nitric oxide through lifestyle, targeted support, and emerging restorative therapies based on decades of nitric oxide research.

Dr. Taz and Dr. Bryan discuss:

• New cholesterol guidelines, statins, and rethinking risk vs benefit
• What is nitric oxide and what does nitric oxide do for the body
• Why low or no nitric oxide shows up decades before heart attacks and stroke
• The benefits of nitric oxide for blood flow, blood pressure, and sexual function
• Nitric oxide diabetes link and why insulin resistance is often a nitric oxide problem
• Mouthwash and nitric oxide, antacids, fluoride, and the oral microbiome
• How lifestyle, diet, movement, and nasal breathing raise nitric oxide naturally
• Why standard biomarkers are late and vascular function should be tested sooner
• Nitric oxide importance in Alzheimer’s, dementia, and brain blood flow
• How to raise nitric oxide safely and what to know about supplements vs “dead beets”

About Dr. Nathan S. Bryan
Dr. Nathan S. Bryan is a pioneering nitric oxide researcher, molecular medicine scientist, and biotech entrepreneur whose discoveries helped create a billion dollar nitric oxide market. His work has reshaped how we understand cardiovascular disease, metabolic health, nitric oxide diabetes links, and how lifestyle, mouthwash and nitric oxide, and common drugs impact long term health. He is the author of The Secret of Nitric Oxide, where he breaks down what nitric oxide is, what nitric oxide does for the body, and how to raise nitric oxide safely at home using science based tools and lifestyle shifts.

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00:00 New cholesterol rules, statins, and nitric oxide importance
01:00 Mouthwash and nitric oxide, blood pressure, and the oral microbiome
01:46 What is nitric oxide and what does nitric oxide do for the body
03:06 Why nitric oxide matters for longevity, inflammation, and aging cells
04:32 Nobel Prize history and early nitric oxide research
06:06 Fingerprint of nitric oxide biology and early disease markers
08:13 No nitric oxide before you see plaque, blood pressure, or ED
09:26 The American lifestyle and nitric oxide diabetes link
10:45 Mouthwash and nitric oxide, fluoride, PPIs, and hidden blockers
12:26 Statins, cholesterol guidelines, and questioning “everyone needs a statin”
16:11 Cholesterol numbers, Framingham data, and what actually predicts risk
19:27 Better heart screening, vascular function, and nitric oxide benefits
22:28 First symptoms of low nitric oxide: ED, libido, and rising blood pressure
25:04 Mouthwash and nitric oxide causation study, exercise benefits lost
27:23 Antacids, reflux meds, and how they shut down nitric oxide
27:58 How to raise nitric oxide naturally with food, movement, and sunlight
30:19 Nasal breathing, mouth breathing, and nitric oxide delivery to the lungs
31:02 Nitric oxide as a hormone and whole body signaling molecule
33:18 How to measure, how to replace, and what nitric oxide testing really shows
36:45 Inflammation, triglycerides, and tracking nitric oxide benefits in labs
38:38 Restorative physiology vs applied pharmacology
42:01 Can nitric oxide help heart failure, liver disease, and ascites
44:13 Nitric oxide diabetes connection and insulin resistance
46:52 Nitric oxide and Alzheimer’s, brain blood flow, and “type 3 diabetes”
47:57 Kids, ADHD, diet, and low nitric oxide as a blood flow problem
49:08 5G, toxins, and electron flow in biochemistry
51:00 Glutathione, nitric oxide transport, and why most supplements miss the mark
52:18 Why arginine, citrulline, and most beet products do not fix nitric oxide
55:40 Nitruticals, rebuilding nitric oxide and the oral microbiome
57:32 Nitric oxide for wounds, skin, and regenerative healing
59:19 Reversing disease vs managing decline, and what nitric oxide might change
1:00:07 Optimizing human performance with nitric oxide as a foundation
1:01:18 Where to learn more from Dr. Nathan Bryan
1:01:55 Closing thoughts from Dr. Taz and hol+

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What Is PCOS in Women, How It’s Diagnosed? PCOS is not just a gynecology label, it is a whole-body syndrome that is widely missed in the exam room. In this episode, Dr. Taz explains why nearly seventy percent of women go undiagnosed, how PCOS often begins in the prenatal environment, and why it behaves like a metabolic and autoimmune condition. You will learn the signs most people overlook, the labs that actually matter, and a step-by-step plan that starts with the gut, supports the liver, balances blood sugar, and calms cortisol so real healing can begin.

Dr. Taz shares:
 • Why the old Rotterdam criteria miss metabolic, inflammatory, and immune drivers
 • How prenatal hormones, medications, and toxins can program PCOS risk
 • The role of hyperandrogenism in insulin resistance, inflammation, acne, and hair loss
 • Why PCOS looks different by life stage and race, and what that means for care
 • The exact labs to request: DHT, AMH, free and total testosterone, DHEAS, 17-OHP, fasting insulin, lipids, CRP and more
 • A holistic protocol that begins with gut repair and liver support, then adds androgen and metabolic tools
 • How daily stress and the cortisol hum keep PCOS active, and practical ways to turn it down

Whether you feel off but cannot explain why, are chasing a diagnosis, or want a long term plan for energy, fertility, and hormone balance, this episode gives you a clear roadmap to understand PCOS and take action.

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Chapters
00:00 The PCOS epidemic and misdiagnosis
00:27 Dr. Taz’s PCOS story
03:06 Why old criteria fall short
05:09 PCOS as metabolic and autoimmune
08:20 Why PCOS rates are rising
09:14 Prenatal and medication influences
11:05 Childhood and teen clues
15:44 Symptom checklist you can spot
18:42 Eastern medicine patterns to notice
20:32 What to test for PCOS
23:56 How presentation varies by race
30:03 Building a holistic plan
33:37 Gut and liver first
35:16 Androgen, metabolic, and inflammation tools
37:30 Managing cortisol and stress
39:13 Long term roadmap and next steps

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Mental health is not a simple checklist, it is a whole body story. In this hol+ episode, Dr. Taz sits down with Dr. James Greenblatt, a pioneer of integrative and nutritional psychiatry, to rethink how we approach depression, anxiety, ADHD, and eating disorders through labs, nutrients, hormones, and personalized care.

Together, they unpack why so much suffering persists despite more medications, how root cause testing changes outcomes, and why simple shifts like correcting vitamin D, B12, iron, thyroid, zinc, and omega 3 can transform mood and resilience. They also explore nutrigenomics for precision dosing, the real limits of 10 minute telehealth med checks, and where tools like ketamine, psychedelics, and lithium orotate fit only after foundations are in place.

From practical lab targets and cost effective protocols to the crossroads of food, sleep, screens, and ADHD, this conversation invites us to see mental health not as a diagnosis to medicate, but as a system to understand and support.

Dr. Taz and Dr. Greenblatt discuss:

• The gap between symptom focused care and root cause testing
• Key labs for mood, vitamin D, B12, iron, thyroid, hormones
• Why micronutrients come first for eating disorders
• MTHFR, methylfolate, glutathione, and antidepressant response
• Nutrigenomics for personalized vitamin and mineral dosing
• The risks of quick med stacking and 10 minute checks
• Where ketamine, psychedelics, and lithium orotate may help, and when they do not
• ADHD, ultra processed foods, sugary drinks, sleep, and screen time

About Dr. James Greenblatt, MD
Dr. James Greenblatt, MD is a board certified psychiatrist and a pioneer of integrative and nutritional psychiatry. For more than three decades he has treated patients with ADHD, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders using personalized protocols that combine conventional care with targeted nutrients and lab guided precision. He is the author of multiple books including Finally Focused and the upcoming Finally Hopeful.

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00:00 Introduction, testing gap and the B12 tragedy
01:31 Pharma model and 10 minute med checks
02:37 Framing the crisis and why patients feel stuck
05:49 How psychiatry arrived at symptom based meds
07:29 What to test, hormones and core nutrients
10:49 The Whole Body Map explained
12:39 Vitamin D, B12, iron, thyroid, practical targets
17:52 Why meds fail without nutrition
18:23 Eating disorders, zinc, omega 3, methylfolate
24:33 MTHFR, folate, and glutathione
26:34 Nutrigenomics and personalized dosing
29:51 Ketamine and psychedelics, proceed with caution
32:26 Lithium orotate, irritability and dementia research
38:57 Polypharmacy, slowing down, doing the work
43:21 ADHD, diet, sleep, screens, lifestyle links
46:28 Where to learn more, resources, closing

• (00:00) - Chapter 1

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Silent inflammation is not a buzzword, it is the quiet engine behind fatigue, brain fog, stubborn weight, anxiety, gut issues, and hormone chaos. In this episode, Dr. Taz explains what silent inflammation really is, how the cortisol hum keeps your body on alert, and why modern life, from blue light to isolation, adds fuel to the fire. You will learn how the hypothalamus, pituitary, and pineal act as a control hub, why normal labs can miss the gray zone, and the practical steps that calm your system so real healing can begin.

Dr. Taz shares:
• Why silent inflammation can start in the prenatal environment and echo through generations
• How chronic cortisol activation keeps you inflamed even when labs look normal
• The role of the hypothalamus pituitary axis in hormones, mood, and energy
• How blue light, toxins, poor sleep, and isolation raise your inflammatory load
• Simple daily practices that lower cortisol and reset your nervous system
• Why community, nature, and deep sleep are non negotiable for healing
• Tools like meditation, sound therapy, and scalp work that help flip the stress switch

Whether you feel off but cannot explain why, are chasing a diagnosis, or want a long term plan for energy, focus, and hormone balance, this episode gives you a clear roadmap to reduce inflammation and reclaim your vitality.

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Chapters

00:00 What is Silent Inflammation
02:00 The Cortisol Hum and Chronic Stress
04:00 Intergenerational and Environmental Inflammation
07:00 The Brain’s Role: Hypothalamus and Hormones
10:00 Hidden Symptoms Most Labs Miss
13:00 Daily Habits That Calm Inflammation
17:00 Meditation, Sound, and Nervous System Reset
20:00 Rewriting Your Inflammatory Story for Future Generations

Menopause isn’t just a biological transition - it’s an awakening. In this Hol+ episode, Dr. Taz sits down with Kelly McGinty and Dr. Patricia Singh, co-founders of Trip Home and co-authors of “My Solo P: Uncovering the Magic of Menopause through Psilocybin,” to explore how psychedelic-assisted therapy and holistic healing are reshaping the way we talk about women’s health, mental well-being, and midlife transformation.

Together, they dive into the science and spirituality of psilocybin, how microdosing and medicinal mushrooms can support emotional balance, and why this powerful approach is giving women permission to reclaim joy, presence, and purpose.

From the challenges of legal access and stigma to deeply personal stories of healing from burnout, trauma, and self-judgment, this conversation invites us to see menopause not as an ending - but as an initiation into freedom, wisdom, and wholeness.

Dr. Taz, Kelly, and Dr. Singh discuss:

• The intersection of science, spirit, and women’s health
• How psychedelics and psilocybin therapy can ease menopause symptoms and emotional transitions
• Healing from trauma, burnout, and identity loss
• Safe and ethical practices for microdosing and harm reduction
• The power of self-awareness, community, and holistic self-care

Whether you’re curious about psychedelics, navigating menopause, or seeking new paths to mental health and balance, this episode is a roadmap to rediscovery and transformation.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction & Welcome

00:31 Meet the Guests: Dr. Patricia Singh & Kelly McGinty

01:52 Why Psilocybin and Menopause?

03:07 History of Medicinal Mushrooms & Psychedelics

07:13 Burnout, Trauma, and the Path to Psychedelic Therapy

10:49 How Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Works

14:41 The Science Behind Psilocybin

16:41 Access, Safety, and Legalization

19:07 Who Should (and Shouldn’t) Consider Psychedelic Therapy?

21:18 Women, Hormones, and the Menopausal Journey

25:59 Self-Care, Self-Awareness, and Transformation

29:47 Trauma, Menopause, and Healing the Body

36:47 Client Stories & Real-Life Transformations

39:01 The Book: Myceliopa & Trip Home’s Mission

42:01 Changing the Conversation Around Menopause

44:37 Where to Learn More & Final Thoughts

46:06 What Makes You Hol?

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Freedom isn’t just about walking outside prison walls, it’s about breaking free from the invisible prisons of shame, anger, and limiting beliefs. In this Hol+ episode, Dr. Taz sits down with Shaka Senghor, bestselling author and inspirational speaker, to uncover how solitary confinement, journaling, and vulnerability became the keys to his transformation.

Together they explore how trauma shows up in daily life, why shame keeps us disconnected, and how to rewrite the narratives that hold us back. From books that sparked healing to the hidden prisons we all carry, this is a masterclass in resilience, authenticity, and the power of owning your story.

Dr. Taz and Shaka discuss:

• Growing up in Detroit and the path to incarceration
• How books and journaling transformed solitary confinement
• Anger, shame, and the healing power of reflection
• Invisible prisons of doubt, shame, and limiting beliefs
• The shock of reentry into a changed world
• Why vulnerability attracts vulnerability
• Breaking cycles for family and community
• Choosing joy, love, and higher narratives
• How to build authentic connections as men and women
• Practical tools for rewriting your life story

Topics Covered:

• Trauma, anger, and their hidden impact
• Journaling, mindfulness, and self-study as survival
• The importance of vulnerability in healing
• Internal narratives vs external ceilings
• Invisible prisons in everyday life
• Joy, love, and higher purpose after hardship
• Redefining strength and resilience

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About Shaka Senghor:

Shaka Senghor is an inspirational speaker, entrepreneur, and author of the New York Times bestselling books Writing My Wrongs and Letters to the Sons of Society. A sought-after resilience expert and recognized "Soul Igniter" in Oprah's inaugural SuperSoul 100, Senghor has captivated and transformed global audiences with his extraordinary journey from incarceration to influence. Through raw authenticity and profound insight, he doesn't just share his story—he equips others with the exact resilience practices that fueled his own remarkable transformation, proving that reinvention isn't just possible—it's within everyone's reach.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

03:44 Shaka's Early Life and Descent into Crime

06:15 The Turning Point: Solitary Confinement and Self-Reflection

07:09 The Power of Mentorship and Literacy in Prison

09:33 Journaling: A Path to Healing and Self-Discovery

19:51 Reintegration: Challenges and Triumphs

27:28 The Power of Vulnerability

29:37 Understanding Anger and Shame

31:13 Navigating Masculinity and Vulnerability

34:11 Overcoming Hidden Prisons

40:45 Breaking Free from Life's Prisons

51:15 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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What happens when the “healthy one” gets cancer? Samantha Harris shares the diagnosis that changed everything.

In this deeply moving episode of Hol+, Dr. Taz MD sits down with Emmy-nominated TV host, author, and breast cancer survivor Samantha Harris to unpack her harrowing and empowering health journey—from being blindsided by a breast cancer diagnosis at 40, to navigating a recurrence a decade later, despite living what she thought was the healthiest lifestyle.

Best known as the radiant host of Dancing with the Stars and Entertainment Tonight, Samantha takes us behind the scenes of her transformation from fitness icon to fierce advocate, author, and functional health warrior. She opens up about her fight to be taken seriously by doctors, why mammograms failed to detect her cancer, and the powerful philosophy she developed in the aftermath: “10% Toxic.”

This conversation is packed with raw honesty, actionable insights, and the kind of wisdom that only comes from walking through fire—twice.

Samantha opens up about:

• How a “normal” mammogram nearly cost her everything
• The misdiagnosis that delayed her treatment for months
• Her decision to skip chemo and radiation—and why she still doesn’t regret it
• The power of intuition in healing and early detection
• How to build your “doctor squad” and advocate for yourself
• Her 10% toxic philosophy to reduce overwhelm and reclaim wellness
• How she now supports women around the world through her book, podcast, and retreats

Whether you’ve faced cancer, know someone who has, or simply want to prevent disease in a world full of overwhelm, this episode offers real talk, real tools, and real hope.

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About Samantha Harris

A 4-time Emmy Award nominee, she’s best known for lighting up our screens for 8 unforgettable seasons as the host of Dancing with the Stars—and she also won the Emmy for her years on Entertainment Tonight! She’s the only host to have ever anchored every major national entertainment news program from Access Hollywood and EXTRA to E! News and more.

But behind the bright lights, life took an unexpected turn. At just 40 years old, this devoted wife and mom of two young daughters faced a shocking breast cancer diagnosis. A decade later, at 50, she was blindsided yet again by a recurrence. But Samantha Harris didn’t just survive—she redefined what it means to thrive. She turned her journey into a mission—becoming a Certified Health Coach, and the bestselling author and dynamic host of the top-rated podcast, Your Healthiest Healthy. 

You’ve seen her as a trusted health expert on Good Morning America, FOX & Friends, The Doctors, HLN’s Morning Express, and more—sharing practical, life-changing wellness strategies. As a National Ambassador for the world’s largest breast cancer foundation, Susan G. Komen, she’s on a mission to uplift, empower, and equip others to take control of their health like never before—one manageable step at a time.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:43 Samantha's Health Journey Begins

05:28 Navigating the Medical System

07:21 Making Treatment Decisions

15:38 Treatment Options and Outcomes

31:32 Recovery and Genetic Testing

32:54 The Journalist's Deep Dive into Breast Cancer

34:15 Exercise and Lifestyle Changes

36:03 Diet and Nutrition Misconceptions

37:54 Balancing Career and Health

40:27 The Recurrence and New Insights

47:03 The 10% Toxic Philosophy

50:06 Practical Tips for a Healthier Life

01:02:48 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

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What if the birth control you’re taking every day is quietly changing your brain, your mood, your relationships—and even who you’re attracted to? In this groundbreaking episode of hol+, Dr. Taz MD sits down with award-winning researcher and author Dr. Sarah Hill (This Is Your Brain on Birth Control) to reveal the shocking, little-known science of how hormonal contraception shapes not just your reproductive system, but your entire mind and body.

From altered stress responses to shifts in attraction, depression risk in teens, and the controversial “bikini science” problem in medical research, Dr. Hill pulls back the curtain on decades of overlooked studies that every woman and parent should know about. She shares her own journey from evolutionary psychologist to outspoken women’s health advocate, explaining why synthetic progestins are not the same as progesterone, how birth control affects your immune system, and why teenagers may be especially vulnerable to its mental health effects.

If you’re a woman in your teens, 20s, 30s, or 40s—or a parent guiding your daughter—this episode could change the way you think about hormone health, fertility, and your body’s natural rhythms.

Dr. Hill and Dr. Taz discuss:

• How birth control changes the brain’s structure and function
• The difference between progesterone and synthetic progestins (and why it matters)
• Why “bikini science” has failed women in medical research
• The surprising link between birth control and partner attraction
• The immune system’s hidden connection to hormonal cycling
• Teen mental health risks: depression, anxiety, and brain development
• Safer contraceptive choices and how to support your body if you use the pill
• How nutrition and micronized progesterone might help offset side effects

This conversation is more than just information — it’s a wake-up call for how we study, prescribe, and support women’s health.

Topics Covered:

• Hormonal birth control’s impact on the brain
• Synthetic hormones vs. bioidentical hormones
• Partner choice and relationship satisfaction research
• Autoimmunity and immune system differences in women
• Mental health risks for adolescent users
• Non-hormonal birth control options
• Nutritional and hormonal support strategies

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About Dr. Sarah E. Hill

Sarah E. Hill, Ph.D., is the author of This is Your Brain on Birth Control and an award-winning researcher who has spent most of her 20+ year career studying women, relationships, and health. In addition to having established an award-winning health and relationships lab at TCU, she has published nearly 100 academic research articles, is a sought-after public speaker, and sits on the scientific advisory boards for women’s health companies such as Flo and 28 Wellness. Her research is regularly covered by national media, such as The Washington Post, The New York Times, and many others, and is regularly published in highly prestigious journals, including Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, Psychoneuroendocrinology, Psychological Science, and Health Psychology.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

06:12 The Flaws in Medical Research on Women

17:51 Dr. Hill's Personal Journey with Birth Control

21:43 The Science Behind Birth Control's Effects on the Brain

27:45 How Birth Control Influences Attraction and Relationships

34:44 Impact of Birth Control on Relationship Satisfaction

37:31 Divorce Rates and Birth Control

40:12 Hormones and Brain Influence

41:35 Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Progesterone vs. Progestin

47:57 Birth Control and Mental Health in Teens

01:00:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Feeling disconnected in your relationship isn’t a mystery, it’s a signal. In this hol+ episode, Dr. Taz sits down with Jocelyn and Aaron Freeman to uncover the missing skills every couple needs but most were never taught. Together, they break down why love alone isn’t enough, how stress silently spills over into your kids, and the exact tools that stop resentment before it takes root.

You’ll discover the 3 C’s of marriage satisfaction, how daily “love deposits” build connection, and why mutual care is the hidden key to a thriving home. From boundaries that protect your relationship to rituals that repair conflict, this is the modern marriage playbook.

Dr. Taz and The Freemans discuss:

• Why marriage satisfaction dips when careers and kids peak
• Emotional spillover and crossover, how stress spreads at home
• The 3 C’s, connection, communication, conflict resolution
• Resentment 101, closeness, proximity, forgiveness
• Mutual care vs self-care, love deposits that add up
• Daily check-ins and weekly family meetings that work
• Boundaries that prevent problems before they start
• Men seeking harmony vs women seeking connection
• How one partner can spark change, and why it takes two to sustain
• Designing a modern partnership with growth mindset and curiosity

Topics Covered:
Marriage satisfaction defined in plain language
Emotional health as a family ecosystem
Practical repair, apology, and accountability tools
Mental load, compliance traps, and healthy assertiveness
Parenting while partnering, keeping business out of date night
Friendship, romance, and co-regulation basics
The hero’s journey for both partners

About The Freemans

Jocelyn and Aaron Freeman—known as “The Freemans”—are a powerhouse husband-and-wife team transforming relationships. As marriage coaches with Master’s degrees in Psychology, authors, and hosts of the top-ranked Empowered Couples Podcast, they blend real-talk wisdom with research-backed tools to help couples break unhealthy patterns and build lasting connections. Their viral content reaches over 17 million people monthly, and their sold-out workshops and thriving Instagram community make them go-to voices for couples ready to deepen their partnership and model intentional love for the next generation.

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Host & Production Team

Host: Dr. Taz; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Lead Producer: Lauren Feighan; Editors: Jeremiah Schultz and Patrick Edwards)

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Chapters

00:00 Understanding Men's Health in Relationships

02:30 The Impact of Relationships on Physical Health

05:46 The Importance of Growth Mindset in Marriage

07:45 Emotional Closeness and Conflict Resolution

12:37 The Role of Marriage Satisfaction in Family Health

29:30 Modern Marriage Challenges and Solutions

33:51 Cultural Shifts and Mutual Care

38:52 The Role of Physical Health in Relationships

40:32 Men's Psychological Needs and the Hero's Journey

48:54 Preventing Infidelity and Setting Boundaries

57:28 Final Thoughts and Parting Advice

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What if the reason you feel drained, stressed, or out of balance isn’t something your doctor can find on a lab test, but something deeper that Western medicine has overlooked for centuries?

In this eye-opening episode of Hol+, Dr. Taz MD sits down with ninth-generation doctor of traditional oriental medicine Dr. Jenelle Kim to reveal the hidden truths about constitution, essence, and the vital forces that shape your health. Together, they uncover what modern science often ignores — how your unique constitution, your emotional state, and the balance of yin and yang influence everything from hormones to longevity.

From the three pillars of medicine (medicine, movement, mindset) to the forgotten role of breath and energy, Dr. Kim shares the ancient frameworks that can transform how you see your body, your stress, and your path to healing. She explains why Western approaches treat symptoms but miss the root, and how simple, timeless practices can reset your energy and restore balance.

If you’ve ever felt like something is missing from conventional medicine, this conversation will give you a powerful new lens on what health really means.

Dr. Kim and Dr. Taz discuss:

• Why Western medicine ignores constitution and essence
• How yin and yang govern hormones and energy flow
• The three pillars of medicine: medicine, movement, mindset
• Why emotions like anger show up in your organs
• The overlooked role of breath and movement as medicine
• What adaptogens really do (and when they’re dangerous)
• Why ginseng is powerful but not for everyone
• How to simplify beauty and longevity practices
• The Daoist wisdom that brings security in uncertain times
• Why honoring your constitution removes self-comparison

This is more than a conversation about health — it’s a call to rethink what medicine should really mean in your life.

Topics Covered:

• Constitution and Eastern medicine explained
• Yin, yang, qi, and organ-emotion connections
• Medicine, movement, and mindset as pillars of health
• Herbal medicine, adaptogens, and ginseng caution
• Why Western medicine misses the root causes
• Longevity, beauty, and balance practices
• The Dao and the future of integrative healing

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About Dr. Jenelle Kim:

Dr. Jenelle Kim DACM, L.Ac., is a 9th generation Doctor of Traditional Oriental Medicine, practitioner of Qi Gong/Moving Meditation, board director for Meditation Organization and teacher of the 8 Keys of Living Meditation. She is a prolifically and internationally cited wellness expert who has been featured in Forbes, Allure, Meditation Magazine, Time, & Good Morning America.

She is the founder & master formulator of her custom manufacturing labs - JBK Wellness Labs - where her and her team of experts have developed innovative products in the clean beauty (skin, body, hair) and nutraceutical (dietary supplements, nutritional powders, etc) categories for global and indie brands carried in high-end retailers, including Credo, Nordstrom, Sephora & Ulta, for over 20 years.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction to Ancient Medicine

02:39 Dr. Jenelle's Lineage and Background

09:10 The Three Pillars of Medicine

12:58 Understanding Yin and Yang

33:38 The Role of the Liver in Hormone Balance

35:50 The Role of Kidneys and Liver in Health

36:25 Importance of Digestive System

38:51 Personalizing Wellness

42:55 The Power of Herbal Medicine

50:38 Navigating the Herbal Supplement Industry

56:26 Korean Beauty Secrets

59:16 Longevity and Stress Management

01:07:33 Final Thoughts and Farewell