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The Toxins We Ignore: Insights from Dr. Pizzorno on Naturopathic Medicine, Detoxification, and Environmental Contaminants .In this episode of the One Thing Podcast, we have the honor of speaking with Dr. Joseph Pizzorno, a pioneering naturopathic physician, educator, researcher, and author. Dr. Pizzorno' s profound influence on the field of naturopathic and functional medicine is well-recognized as he delves into his journey from founding Bastyr University to his current ventures. The conversation covers his initial inspiration, essential life lessons, and invaluable insights into the impact of environmental contaminants on health. Dr. Pizzorno sheds light on the significance of detoxification and the role of natural medicine in promoting overall well-being. He also discusses the importance of clean nutrition, the unseen hazards of arsenic, and practical steps to reduce toxic exposures. Whether you are a healthcare professional or someone invested in your health, this episode is packed with actionable insights and valuable knowledge.#detoxification #naturopathicmedicine , #DrPizzorno, #FunctionalMedicine, #ArsenicToxicity, #EnvironmentalHealth, #HealthTips, #CleanEating, #ToxinFree

In this episode of the One Thing podcast, Dr. Peter

The conversation delves into the effects of generational trauma, the physiological and psychological responses to significant traumatic events, and the steps taken to aid survivors of the recent October 7th attacks in Israel. Dr. Peter highlights her work with the Israel Healing Initiative, emphasizing the importance of neurostimulation in trauma treatment and her ongoing efforts to provide support across affected communities, including Jewish, Palestinian, Bedouin, and Druze populations. The discussion includes poignant survivor stories and touches upon the broader implications of trauma within a global context. The conversation highlights, stories of heroism during October 7, the importance of social support, the difference between real trauma and perceived trauma, and the need for practical solutions to promote post-traumatic growth. The episode provides invaluable knowledge on trauma response, the use of vagal nerve stimulation, neurostimulation, and ways to support continued efforts in mitigating trauma's impact on both Israeli and Palestinian communities.

Here are some of the topics we cover:

About Dr. Peter:

As the daughter of a Holocaust survivor, Dr. Peter has devoted her three-decade career to providing specialized treatment to survivors worldwide. Her experience spans diverse communities, including Iranian refugees, residents of the Qalandia refugee camp, and individuals from Arab, Druze, and Jewish Israeli backgrounds in the aftermath of the war. She has also provided support to witnesses of the 9/11 attacks.

Previously holding the role of associate professor of psychology at Mount St. Mary’s University in Los Angeles, Dr. Peter oversaw the Psychology Graduate Programs and served as acting Chair of the Psychology Department.

Dr. Peter’s academic journey culminated in a Ph.D. from the University of California at Berkeley, followed by three postdoctoral fellowships in clinical psychology, social psychology, and neuropsychology. Her dedication led to diplomate status in Clinical Psychology from the American Board of Psychological Specialties. Her expertise is deepened by her studies with pioneers in the field of Interpersonal Neurobiology, such as UCLA professors Allan Schore and Dan Siegel. This expertise allows her to effectively apply these principles in helping traumatized individuals regulate their emotions.

Her certification in Homeland Security by the American Board of Psychological Specialties speaks to her expertise in trauma-related research and treatment. Her consultancy with the RAND Corporation on terrorism research demonstrates her commitment to understanding and addressing the psychological impact of traumatic events.

Dr. Peter is the Vice President of Free Hearts Free Minds, an organization that provides trauma counseling and support to free-thinking ex-Muslims who have faced or are at risk of persecution from their families or communities.

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In episode 105 of the One Thing Podcast, Dr. Adam Rinde

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Time stamps:

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

04:31 Dr. Sandra Paulson's Professional Journey

07:36 Discovering and Embracing Autism

09:42 The Beauty and Burden of Autism

17:27 Controversies and Misconceptions in Autism

31:35 Exploring Autism in Women

32:09 Challenges in Relationships

34:20 Masking and Camouflage

37:44 Spoon Theory and Terminology

39:36 Overlap of Conditions

42:31 Managing Sensory Overload

44:03 Therapeutic Approaches

46:45 Understanding Alexithymia

51:56 Diet and Environmental Factors

53:51 Future Hopes and Insights

01:00:09 Conclusion and Resources

About our Guest

Sandra Paulsen, Ph.D., is an international instructor, author and illustrator of principles and procedures for using EMDR with complex trauma including structural and somatic dissociation and trauma held in implicit memory. Her books include coediting The Neurobiology and Treatment of Traumatic Dissociation: Toward an Embodied Self. She wrote and illustrated Looking Through the Eyes of Trauma: An Illustrated Guide for EMDR Therapists and Clients;  and When There Are No Words: EMDR for Very Early Trauma in Implicit Memory, and coauthored We’re Listening Body: Integrating EMDR, Somatic and Ego State Therapies.  

2024 publications will include: The Beauty and Burden of Autism: An Illustrated Guide and Workbook, and Indigenous Trauma and Dissociation: Healers, Psychotherapies and the Drum, with Shelley Spear Chief. She also coauthored and illustrated a children's book that is also useful for dissociative adults called All the Colors of Me: My First Book on Dissociation. Sandra is a Fellow of the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation.

In today’s episode, we have the honor of hosting a truly remarkable guest, Dr. Amanda Lynn Hoffman. As the first Naturopathic physician with Marfan syndrome to specialize in this field, Dr. Amanda Lynn offers invaluable insights for both individuals living with Marfan's Syndrome and their caregivers. Her groundbreaking work in Naturopathic medicine and her personal journey with Marfan’s make her an extraordinary source of wisdom and inspiration.

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Marfan's Syndrome, exploring key questions such as:

1. **The Life of a Person Living with Marfan Syndrome** - Discover what daily life looks like for those affected by this condition.

2. **Biological Drivers of Marfan's** - Understand the genetic and biological underpinnings of the syndrome.

3. **General Symptoms and Findings** - Learn about the common signs and symptoms that characterize Marfan’s.

4. **Cardiovascular Sequelae of Marfan's** - Explore the cardiovascular complications associated with the disorder.

5. **Surgical Interventions** - Gain insights into how surgery is performed and its role in managing Marfan’s.

6. **The Journey of a Marfan's Patient** - Follow the emotional and physical journey of patients living with Marfan’s.

7. **Natural Approaches to Supporting Marfan's Patients** - Discover holistic and naturopathic methods to support those with Marfan’s.

8. **Addressing TGF-Beta Dysregulation** - Examine how this critical pathway is implicated in Marfan’s and ways to address it.

9. **Quality of Life Issues** - Identify the unique challenges faced by Marfan’s patients and strategies for improving their quality of life.

This episode holds special significance as it was recorded just before Dr. Amanda Lynn underwent her David-5 heart surgery. We discuss her thoughts and experiences leading up to this major procedure, and I'm thrilled to share that she is now on the road to recovery..

About Dr. Amanda Lynn Hoffman

Licensed for 13 years as a massage therapist and herbalist Dr. Amanda Lynn has a unique view of the body. She brings in the physical, emotional with the physiological. Dr. Hoffman has expanded her studies across the United States; focusing on Clinical Sports Medicine and Master’s work in Expressive Arts Therapy in Cambridge, MA., Spa treatments in Lake Tahoe, Energy-Spiritual work in Hawaii, and Herbal apprenticeships in Eugene, OR. before ever signing up for Med school. Dr. Amanda’s treatments are mind, body and spiritually holistic.

As a Family Medicine Physician her work has gone to a new level of finding the cause and correcting the body’s blocks to allow and support the body’s ability to heal itself. Special training and education has taken her interests in the endocrine system specifically, thyroid, adrenals and hormones to become one of her expertise areas.

Marfan’s syndrome and “loose connective tissue/joints” is her original focus being published for her Naturopathic focus on increasing the integrity of the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular/pulmonary systems.

Born and raised in rural Oregon, Dr. Amanda Lynn cares about the wellness of her community and is excited to bring Naturopathic medicine to a larger stage.

Dr. Amanda Lynn’s thesis was on the Naturopathic treatments for connective tissue health and integrity from the musculoskeletal system to the cardiovascular system, specifically the heart. As a patient herself with a rare genetic disorder Dr. Amanda Lynn is the first Naturopath with Marfan’s syndrome to focus on healing pain and strengthening the cardiovascular/muscular system.

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Episode 103: Conscious Eldering with Ron Pevny

These days, getting older seems to be more like a war rather than a rite of passage. "Take this pill or this potion to reverse aging and stay young," they say. But is that really how we should view aging? We question this and more in this episode, where I welcome Ron Pevny, the director of the Center for Conscious Eldering and author of Conscious Living, Conscious Aging: Capturing The Gifts of Elderhood.

In our conversation, we discuss the following:

This was a heartwarming conversation and made me think deeply about my own desires for later life and those for my loved ones.

About Ron Pevny

🌟 Ron Pevny has dedicated 45 years to assisting people in navigating life transitions, emphasizing purpose and passion in their journey.
📚 As a published author and founding director of the Center for Conscious Eldering, Ron has been instrumental in supporting individuals in creating meaningful elder years.
🌎 For two decades, Ron has conducted workshops and retreats across North America, fostering purpose, growth, and commitment to service in the later stages of life.
🌿 Ron's work focuses on helping individuals bring purpose, growth, and a commitment to service to their elder years, encouraging a fulfilling and impactful life stage.
🔮 Ron is a Certified Sage-ing® Leader, further validating his expertise in guiding individuals towards a purposeful and passionate elderhood.
🎙️ Ron's role as a host for Transforming Aging Summits and Turning Points interview series showcases his commitment to promoting positive aging and inspiring others to embrace this stage of life.
💻 To learn more about Ron Pevny's work and the Center for Conscious Eldering, visit centerforconsciouseldering.com.

Welcome episode to 102! featuring Geoff Lecovin, a naturopathic doctor, chiropractor, acupuncturist, and expert in breathwork.

Dr. Lecovin provides an in-depth explanation of breathwork, its history, physiological effects, and benefits. He discusses how breathwork can induce altered states of consciousness and access the body's innate healing abilities by manipulating chemicals like anandamide, dopamine, and serotonin.

Dr. Lecovin explains the science behind breathwork, including how overbreathing and breath holds increase carbon dioxide levels, triggering hormetic effects and stem cell release. He describes the concept of transient hypofrontality, where breathwork decreases blood flow to the brain's default mode network, quieting the ego.

The episode covers contraindications and precautions for breathwork, as well as the importance of working with a guide. Lecovin outlines a typical breathwork session, incorporating various breathing patterns, music, meditation, and integration practices. He emphasizes breathworks' potential for emotional healing, neuroplasticity, manifestation, and tapping into one's "inner healer."

Dr. Lecovin shares how he incorporates breathwork into his clinical practice and offers a simple 4-7-8 breathing exercise for listeners to try at home.

Overall, the episode provides a comprehensive overview of breathwork's theory, practice, and therapeutic applications.

About Dr. Lecovin:

 Dr. Lecovin is a Kirkland, Washington based chiropractor, naturopathic physician and acupuncturist. He graduated from the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Doctor of Chiropractic, earned a Masters in Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport in 1992, and then went on to complete the Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and Masters in Acupuncture programs at Bastyr University in 1994. Dr. Lecovin completed another Masters in Exercise Science from California University of Pennsylvania in 2015. He holds additional certifications in exercise and nutrition from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCS), International Society of Sports Nutrition (CISSN), Institute of Performance Nutrition  (ISSN Diploma and Performance Nutrition Diploma), International Olympic Committee (Sports Nutrition Diploma), Precision Nutrition (Nutrition Coach) and National Academy of Sports Medicine (CPT CES PES Nutrition Coach), where he is also a Master instructor.  

Dr. Lecovin specializes in treating musculoskeletal pain and sports injuries by integrating trigger point acupuncture/dry needling, soft tissue release, joint manipulation, corrective exercise and nutrition. In addition, he combines exercise and nutrition for weight loss, weight gain, performance enhancement and wellness. 

https://www.drgeofflecovin.com

Pediatric Acute Onset Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcus Infection and Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome is a troubling condition that involves sudden onset of OCD, anxiety, tics, sometimes aggression, sometimes ADHD, sometimes depression, sometimes dysgraphia.. that abruptly happens almost overnight. In some cases like PANDAS it follows a streptococcus infection in other cases like PANS it may follow a virus, vector-borne-illness, or mycotoxin exposure. In this episode a legend in functional medicine Nancy O'hara, MD joins us as she is an expert in this topic and author of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS: A Functional Medicine Desktop Reference on Basal Ganglia Encephalitis,

In this episode we cover:

See detailed show notes at https://www.onethingpod.com/panspandasohara

About Dr. O'Hara

Dr. Nancy O’Hara is a board certified Pediatrician. Prior to her medical career, Dr. O’Hara taught children with autism. She graduated with highest honors from Bryn Mawr College and as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. She earned a Master’s degree in Public Health from the University of Pittsburgh. After residency, chief residency and general pediatric fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. O’ Hara entered general private practice in 1993, and in 1998 began her consultative, integrative practice solely for children with special needs. Since 1999 she has dedicated her functional medicine practice to the integrative and holistic care of children with chronic illness and neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD, PANDAS/PANS, OCD, Lyme and ASD. She is also a leader in the training of clinicians, both in the United States and abroad. Dr. O’Hara has written a comprehensive guidebook, “Demystifying PANS / PANDAS: A Functional Medicine Desktop Reference on Basal Ganglia Encephalitis”, which is available on Amazon in e-book or soft-cover formats. For more information on her membership and mentoring program, please visit www.drohara.com. Additionally, Dr. O’Hara’s research on Folate Receptor Auto Antibodies and PANS/PANDAS was recently published. (https://doi.org/10.3390/jpm14020166)

Resources mentioned in the episode

1.    Spellers 

2.   Medical Academy of Special Needs: About Us

3.  Neurobiology of Everyday communication https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27284021/

4.      Helminth Therapy Human helminth

5.      Toxicant Load in Liver disease https://www.ifm.org/news-insights/addressing-body-burden-discussion-lyn-patrick-nd-toxicants/

6.      Sidney M. Baker, MD

7.      Socio-medical studies of

8.      Hymenolepis

9.      Biome Restoration https://biomerestoration.com/

10.  Demystifing Pans and Pandas book by Dr. O’Hara https://www.amazon.com/Demystifying-PANS-PANDAS-Functional-Encephalitis/dp/1939794269?ref_=ast_author_dp

11.  Mentorship program by Dr. O’hara https://www.drohara.com/membership

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Episode 100 of the One Thing Podcast with Dr. Adam Rinde did not disappoint

Jona, developed an AI system to analyze microbiome data obtained through shotgun metagenomic sequencing.

The AI system is able to:

Some highlights to our discussion:

About our guests:

Show notes available at : https://onethingpod/jona

Much emphasis is being placed on the gut microbiome to look for therapeutic derivatives that provide health and medicinal benefit. And in addition, we have another natural source of compounds from human breast milk that provides a wide range of therapeutic and medicinal properties. Everybody knows about colostrum; however, this range of health constituents in breast milk goes much further. Properties of human breast milk have been linked to helping health conditions related to gut health, skin health, and musculoskeletal health. While researching a health solution for a patient of mine; I was introduced to Maya. Ashkenazi Otmazin, B.SC, M.E. and her company Maolac.