When we think about our health, it’s easy to forget our eyes. My eye health knowledge was almost nonexistent prior to today’s episode, and I learned a ton, like the fact that routine eye exams can actually reveal underlying medical conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes. Join me in today's episode as I speak with Dr. Joseph Allen, OD, FAAO, Dipl ABO.  We discuss some of the root causes behind common eye conditions and eyesight deterioration, foods that can improve your vision, how to deal with digital eye strain, eye myths, and so much more. 

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• Doctor Eye Health Youtube
• Dr. Joseph Allen Instagram | Website | Facebook 
• Mediterranean diet for eye health
• Foods to focus on for eye-healthy eating

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Let’s talk about fueling your body with the best nature has to offer. If you’re looking for premium, sustainable seafood delivered straight to your door, you need to check out Sizzlefish! Head to sizzlefish.com and use my code “wellnstrong” at checkout for an exclusive discount on your first order. Trust me, you’re going to taste the difference with Sizzlefish!

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Today’s conversation is very special to me, because I’m speaking with my Aunt, Dr. Maryann Diorio, a Certified Life Coach, a Certified Biblical Health Coach, and a Certified Behavioral Consultant.  She is also a widely published, award-winning author of fiction for both children and adults. She has had a life coaching practice for nearly 25 years. Her passion is helping people be set free to become all that God created them to be. We discuss such topics as how to focus your thinking, how to discover your spiritual gifts and get clarity on your life’s calling, and the power of forgiveness.  

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• Celebration Life and Health Coaching
• Maryanndiorio.com
• Sacred Pace: Four Steps to Hearing God and Aligning Yourself With His Will by Terry Looper
• MaryAnn Diorio Instagram

Today's episode is sponsored by Plant Therapy, my preferred brand when it comes to purchasing essential oils . Be sure to use the code “WELLNSTRONG” for a discount! 

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As many of you know, integrative oncology is a passion of mine. That’s why I’m always looking to bring on some of the brightest in the space, to get their take on different complementary therapies when it comes to healing cancer. Join me in today’s episode as I speak with Dr. Michael Karlfeldt, a naturopathic doctor and PhD who has been in clinical practice since 1987 and runs a busy Integrative medicine center, The Karlfeldt Center, in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Karlfeldt believes in the innate intelligence and healing power of the body, and his passion to promote Natural Health publicly has lead him to be a sought after lecturer, writer, and educator. We covered so much in this conversation – from new and innovative complementary cancer therapies to nutrition to the power of mindset. I hope the information in this episode encourages you, especially if you or a loved one is facing a cancer diagnosis. 

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• The Karlfeldt Center
• Instagram
• A Better Way to Treat Cancer
• Photodynamic Therapy for Cancer
• High Dose IV Vitamin C 

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Let’s talk about fueling your body with the best nature has to offer. If you’re looking for premium, sustainable seafood delivered straight to your door, you need to check out Sizzlefish! Head to sizzlefish.com and use my code “wellnstrong” at checkout for an exclusive discount on your first order. Trust me, you’re going to taste the difference with Sizzlefish!

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We know it’s important to eat a healthy diet, take vitamins, and consume the right number of calories to fuel exercise and boost cardiovascular health. Many of us are willing to pay a premium for organic whole foods and monthly gym memberships. We even spend top dollar on premium-priced organic clothing and sheets – all in the name of healthier living. This is all great, beneficial, and essential to living a better life. However, it’s truly surprising how few people stop to think about the bigger picture: their living environment. Join me as I speak with Jen & Rusty Stout, founders of JS2 Partners Healthy Home, as we discuss the many different factors that go into creating a healthy home.


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• Healthier Homes Website | Instagram
• Healthier Homes: The Book
• EMF Meters
• Ionizer
• Air Purification & Ozone Systems
• Indoor Air Pollution & the Health of Vulnerable Groups
• VOCs as Environmental Pollutants
• The Beneficial Effects of Grounding
• Chemicals of Concern in Building Materials
• Air Doctor Pro Air Filter
• Faraday Bed Canopy
• Lambs Faraday Clothing
• Jacqueline's Favorite Non-Toxic Bedding Items

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My guest today transformed himself from a shy teen into a bold entrepreneur and a source of inspiration. Through his viral YouTube videos, he has empowered millions worldwide with his uplifting messages, encouraging people every day to believe in themselves. Gary Vaynerchuck called him the DJ who inspires people and Ed Mylett called him the modern-day Napoleon Hill. At the age of 19, he built and then sold a biotech software company. At 22, he was a venture capitalist who raised $15M. He wrote a book, speaks globally and now runs a YouTube channel for entrepreneurs with over 3 million subscribers and 500 million views.  Forbes named him one of the world's top 40 social marketing talents and Inc. named him one of the 100 great leadership speakers and 25 social media keynote speakers you must know. Join me in this exclusive interview as I speak with Evan Carmichael. I used it as an opportunity for a mini personal coaching session for me, as we discuss topics including how to determine where to spend your focus, the morning routine that sets Evan up for success, and how to get yourself in a state of momentum and overcome self-doubt.


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• Momentum 
• Your One Word Book
• Build to Serve

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“The dangers of medicalizing the human condition are nothing short of a silent epidemic in American society. This dangerous trend pathologizes the core of human experience, categorizing everyday emotions and responses to trauma and life's challenges as disorders. It's a slippery slope into psychiatric over-diagnosis, overmedication, and a lifetime of pharmaceutical dependency.” – Dr. Roger McFillin, Psy.D., ABPP

The notion that depression is the result of a “chemical imbalance” in the brain emerged, not coincidentally, in the late '80s with the introduction of Prozac—a drug that appeared to be helpful in treating depression by increasing levels of serotonin. Pushed heavily by Big Pharma as well as organizations including the American Psychiatric Association, this storyline has become the dominant narrative up until recently, in which an umbrella review (led by Joanna Moncrieff) concluded that, “The main areas of serotonin research provide no consistent evidence of there being an association between serotonin and depression, and no support for the hypothesis that depression is caused by lowered serotonin activity or concentrations.”

Join me in this episode as Dr. Roger McFillin and I discuss topics including dispelling some of the myths around depression being a chemical imbalance, the over-use of prescription medications, and some of the issues today that are threatening to take away our medical freedom.

Despite being formally trained in evidence-based treatments and achieving Board Certification in Behavioral & Cognitive Psychology from the American Board of Professional Psychologists, Dr. Roger McFillin has witnessed countless individuals deteriorate under these supposedly “best available evidence” recommendations. Many who turned to drugs and medical interventions to improve their mental health worsened dramatically. In an attempt to resolve the conflict between what he was seeing in clinical practice and what he was told to be safe and effective, Dr. McFillin immersed himself in scientific literature, delved into ancient philosophy, and scrutinized historical texts. His revelations were astounding. Much of the current scientific base that informs psychiatry and the mental health field is infected with corruption and bias. Dr. McFillin now shares his experience, and addresses the pervasive issues that threaten to take away our medical freedoms in his captivating Radically Genuine Podcast.

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• How To Raise a Healthy Child In Spite of Your Doctor
• Dr. John Ioanni

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Integrative pediatrician Dr. Joel  Warsh, MD, has seen firsthand how the narrow perspective and overly aggressive approach of many doctors can harm patients. That's why he's on a mission to bridge the conventional-alternative divide through integrative pediatrics. Following medical school, Dr. Warsh pursued additional training in functional medicine, homeopathy, and Ayurveda, among other holistic and integrative practices. He believed that in order to be the best integrative pediatrician possible, an integrative holistic approach would be essential as a complement to his conventional training. Join me in this episode as Dr Warsh and I discuss the rise of chronic illness in children, how he incorporates multiple treatment modalities into his practice, and the proper times to use conventional medicine within the context of a pediatric setting. 

What you'll learn from this episode:

• Why parents are increasingly frustrated with the current medical system
• How working with your pediatrician should be a partnership
• The reason autoimmune disease is on the rise, especially in children
• How often medication is actually necessary vs. the vast majority of illnesses that get resolved without it
• The reason he almost never prescribes antibiotics and uses them less than 1% of the time
• Why a fever isn’t usually a bad thing and what to do about it
• & So much more!

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• Dr. Joel’s Website
• Dr. Joel’s Instagram
• Raising Amazing
• How to Raise a Healthy Child in Spite of Your Doctor
• Positive Parenting Course
• Vaccine Friendly Plan
• Dr. Green Mom

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Emotional intelligence is defined as the ability to perceive, express, and regulate our emotions. It’s a skill that requires constant work, but one that acts as a superpower, profoundly improving how we navigate challenges, opportunities, and even relationships. Join me today as I speak with Shad Berry about how we can grow in emotional intelligence to lead a more integrated, balanced, and grounded life, and no longer be ruled by anxiety, insecurity, people-pleasing, image management, and shame.
 
What you'll learn from this episode:

• Powerful tools to help you cultivate sustainable habits that increase peace in your life
• How to surrender our need for control & let go of ego
• The transformative power of practicing stillness and being silent
• Strategies to help us overcome rumination about the past, and placing our identity in Christ to truly experience fulfillment
• & So much more!

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• Kardia Collective | Kardia Collective Instagram
• Next Level Leadership
• Next Level Leadership Program
• Shad Berry Instagram
• The Voice of the Heart
• Next Level Leadership
• People Fuel

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This episode was from a recent interview on the podcast Access Ideas.

In  this episode, we sit down with Jacqueline Genova, a certified holistic nutritionist and founder of WellnStrong, who turned to integrative medicine to reverse some of her own health problems, and to help her mom battle cancer. She is a strong advocate of incorporating complementary therapies into conventional treatment methods. She believes in a holistic approach to wellness that addresses the root causes of illness, not just the suppression of symptoms.

In today's conversation, we discuss Jacqueline's personal journey to wellness, integrative medicine, and the importance of understanding and supporting our health. We also delve into the complexities of research and health data.

Tune in to hear Jacqueline's insights and inspiring conversations with leading figures in wellness and integrative medicine.

What you'll learn from this episode:

• Jacqueline's journey into the integrative medicine space
• The power of emotional healing & mindset
• The concept of the "terrain" in integrative cancer treatment
• Mistletoe therapy
• The power of mindset

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• Acess Ideas Podcast
• WellnStrong
• Believe Big
• An Integrative Approach to Breast Cancer
• Radical Remission

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When it comes to treating cancer, conventional medicine is good at cutting it, burning it, and poisoning it, but many oncologists fail to address the root cause. Join me as I speak with Dr. Nasha Winters, ND, FABNO, about the importance of a terrain-based approach when it comes to treating cancer. Dr. Winters shares the ten key elements of a patient’s “terrain” that are crucial to preventing and managing cancer. We discuss the importance of listening deeply to the cells of the body (with labs, molecular profiling, epigenetic testing, and more), metabolically supporting the body’s terrain (with a therapeutic diet, oxidative therapies, and stress reduction), and recognizing that the body has an inherent ability to heal. 

What you'll learn from this episode: 

• Why addressing the body’s internal terrain is not only critical in prevention but also in the treatment of cancer
• How to address metabolic dysfunction 
• Limitations of conventional cancer treatment
• Lifestyle strategies integral for not only prevention but also better treatment outcomes
• The importance of emotional healing in the cancer journey
• & So much more!

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• Dr. Nasha Winters | Website | Instagram | Facebook
• The Metabolic Approach to Cancer
• Terrain Advocate Program
• Costs of Cancer Care
• Chronic stress-induced immune dysregulation in cancer
• An Integrative Approach to Breast Cancer - WellnStrong Guide
• Indole-3-carbinol as a negative regulator of estrogen
• Diet, insulin-like growth factor-1 and cancer risk
• Radical Remission
• Remission Nutrition with Jen Nolan

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