Stay Healthy Knoxville

For this months Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast- guess who was the special expert guest... me!  (:

People had been requesting to hear from me on the topic of lingering back pain and so I decided to take a short hiatus from our regular format and speak to this topic on Stay Healthy Knoxville. Be sure to listen to the podcast if you suffer from back pain- or if you know someone who suffers from neck pain and/ or headaches- then be sure to share this episode with them!

Listen to the podcast episode to find out more about:

1. Why neck pain can be so perplexing

At Simply Physio- We help people stay active, live free from pain medication, and avoid surgery so you don't have to slow down or miss out on life.  If you are currently looking for some expert tips or some help recovering from some back pain, then be sure to select one of our FREE offers for the Stay Healthy Knoxville and Simply Physio communities:

If you are currently suffering from any lingering pain and looking for some help, We have free Discovery Visits (valued at $178) available. During these appointments we answer these 5 questions for you: 

1. What is wrong

These appointments are in high demand and only for those serious and motivated about finding real solutions for ending lingering pain.  Claim yours before they are gone.

If you have some issues with a nagging neck pain and are looking for some helpful neck pain tips, then request a Defeat Your Pain Guide for free!  This pain guides reveal my best kept secrets for overcoming lingering neck pain.

Thanks for listening and Stay Healthy Knoxville!

Dr. John-Mark

For this months Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast- guess who was the special expert guest... me!  (:

People had been requesting to hear from me on the topic of lingering back pain and so I decided to take a short hiatus from our regular format and speak to this topic on Stay Healthy Knoxville. Be sure to listen to the podcast if you suffer from back pain- or if you know someone who suffers from back pain- then be sure to share this episode with them!

Listen to the podcast episode to find out more about:

1. Why back pain can be so perplexing

At Simply Physio- We help people stay active, live free from pain medication, and avoid surgery so you don't have to slow down or miss out on life.  If you are currently looking for some expert tips or some help recovering from some back pain, then be sure to select one of our FREE offers for the Stay Healthy Knoxville and Simply Physio communities:

If you are currently suffering from any lingering pain and looking for some help, We have free Discovery Visits (valued at $178) available. During these appointments we answer these 5 questions for you: 

1. What is wrong

These appointments are in high demand and only for those serious and motivated about finding real solutions for ending lingering pain.  Claim yours before they are gone.

If you have some issues with a nagging back pain and are looking for some helpful low back pain tips, then request a Defeat Your Pain Guide for free!  These pain guides reveal my best kept secrets for overcoming lingering pain.

Thanks for listening and Stay Healthy Knoxville!

Dr. John-Mark

Welcome to this month's podcast- I’m super thrilled to have Dr. Mark McColl, founder of Pillar Primary Care, as my guest. Dr. McColl has a reputation for being one of the best medical doctors in the region, someone that I have long admired, who’s patients always rave to me about his care, his service, and his expertise. 

I originally had Dr. McColl on the podcast on episode #2. Well one podcast wasn't enough- as Dr. McColl has a wealth of knowledge- so he is back on the podcast!

On the podcast we discuss diet, nutrition, and intermittent fasting. These topics are Dr. McColl’s “go-to” for where he starts when helping his clients take back their health.

Listen to the podcast to find out:

1. How Direct Primary Care works and if it might work for you

Dr. McColl also has a special offer for the "Stay Healthy Knoxville" community. He is offering cardiometabolic evaluations for the first 5 individuals that mention “Stay Healthy Knoxville”.  A lab based cardiometabolic evaluation consists of a panel of tests used to evaluate a patient’s glucose-insulin pathway, level of insulin resistance, and cardiovascular risk factors. Testing would be followed up with commentary from Dr. McColl and a 30 minute office visit with our staff dietitian, Carly Slagle.

Pillar Primary Care is changing the landscape of primary care medicine. If you are unhappy with your current medical provider or looking for a provider who has the time to help you get back on track with your health- then I’d encourage you to check them out .

Thanks for listening and Stay Healthy Knoxville!

Dr. John-Mark

Show Notes:

Diet tracking apps: Lose It!, My Fitness Pal

Glucose Monitoring: FreeStyle Libre

Resources: Do Fasting

Books by Jason Fung: The Complete Guide To Fasting, The Obesity Code, The Diabetes Code

I had the pleasure of having Kris Evans on the most recent episode of “Stay Healthy Knoxville”. Kris is a yoga instructor and massage therapist and community manager at Blue Ridge Yoga. She is an expert in movement and moving more confidently through yoga. 

I am very honored to have her here on the show to share with our community her story, her expertise and the journey that she has been on towards rejuvenated health and active living. 

We had the opportunity to discuss how we can improve our physical and emotional health through yoga, meditation, and intentional living. 

Listen to the episode to find out:

• I am new to yoga, how do I get started

Kris and the gang at Blue Ridge Yoga also have a special offer for the "Stay Healthy Knoxville" community. Mention that you heard about them on the podcast and you will be eligible for a free yoga class.

Blue Ridge Yoga has been recognized as the best yoga studio by the Knoxville News Sentinel "Best Of The Best" for 2017, 2018, and 2019. Come and experience why for yourself with a free class. 

Thanks for listening, namaste, and Stay Healthy Knoxville!

Dr. John-Mark

Episode #14: “Emotional Intelligence, empathy, and stressful life changes” with Daniel Park and Nic Nicaud

Local emotional health and real estate experts Daniel Park and Nic Nicaud sit down with Dr. John-Mark to discuss how we can improve our emotional health at work, in the home, or even during stressful periods such as buying or selling a house. Have you heard of the term Emotional Intelligence?  EQ not IQ. Did you know that Google determined that their most successful employees were the individuals that had the highest EQ? Want to find out how you can develop your emotional intelligence, improve empathy, and control your stress even in stressful situations? This is an episode that you don’t want to miss.  

Listen to the episode to find out:

• The 5 key parts to emotional intelligence

Do you lead a team? Are you responsible for others and want to get the most out of them while also developing a healthy and fun culture? If so- be sure to check out opportunities to work with Daniel at https:leadershipcollective.net

Also for those who are looking to sell or buy a house. Nic has a special offer for the “Stay Healthy Knoxville” community. Contact him here and let him know that you are interested in the free home warranty that they are offering our listeners- be sure to mention that you heard about him on Stay Healthy Knoxville.

The Nic Nicaud team personally helped our family buy our house here in Knoxville 2 years ago. They have a phenomenal team and it is a team that we trust to help our family navigate the tricky real estate scene here in Knoxville. You can find out more about their team HERE.

Thanks for listening and Stay Healthy Knoxville,

Dr. John-Mark

Local health and exercise expert, Katy Richardson, sits down with Dr. John-Mark to discuss boutique fitness and why she started the company “Neighborhood Barre”. Katy founded Neighborhood Barre almost 8 years ago right here in Knoxville! Since then, they have grown to a network of 14 studios in 5 states. She has even recently launched an online streaming platform to provide easy accessibility to this unique exercise method. 

Listen to the episode to find out:

• Why Katy started her own Barre company, instead of franchising out from an established Barre company?

If you’re interested in improving your health and wondering if Neighborhood Barre may be right for you- Katy is offering an awesome deal. 

Just mention Stay Healthy Knoxville and you will receive 3 free classes to try it out. If you would like more information check out there website. Or you can follow them on Instagram @neighborhood_barre.

They have area locations in Bearden, Farragut, Northshore Town Center, and Powell. 

Thanks so much for listening and Stay Healthy Knoxville!

Dr. John-Mark

Episode #12: “Reversing Diabetes and Metabolic Disease” with Dr. Randy Pardue

Local metabolic disease expert and family physician, Dr. Randy Pardue, sits down with Dr. John-Mark to discuss his growing concern over the high number and increasingly lower age of patients presenting with chronic diseases, such as diabetes, along with the need to prescribe more and higher doses of medication to manage these medical conditions.

This scenario led to a personal commitment to identify new, scientifically proven methods to prevent, delay and reverse the development of chronic diseases and transform how American physicians treat chronic disease. 

Listen to the episode to find out:

• How he is helping people reverse diabetes

If you or you know someone who is struggling with a metabolic disease such as diabetes- then share this episode with them.

If they live in Knoxville then they may be interested in the "Vital Sign's Program"

Vital Signs is a medically based nutrition, fitness, and wellness program focusing on disease reversal, brain training, and behavioral change.

Stay Healthy Knoxville and thanks for listening!

Episode #11: “Therapeutic Reflexology, Thermography, and Detoxification” with Carrie Wagner

Local health expert, Carrie Wagner, sits down with Dr. John-Mark to discuss her unique outlook on restoring health through reflexology and detoxification. Carrie is owner of Knoxville Reflexology Group.

Listen to the episode to find out:

• What is reflexology and how does it work

If you’re interested in improving your health and wondering if therapeutic reflexology may be right for you- please visit her website to find out more information and how to schedule an appointment. 

Carrie is offering a 20% discount for thermography scans through the end of August for the “Stay Healthy Knoxville” community. Click here to find out more about thermography.  You can also schedule an appointment by calling (865) 588-1911

Stay Healthy Knoxville and thanks for listening!

Episode 10: "Why You Should Take Control Of Your Water" With Daniel Rochat

Local water expert, Daniel Rochat sits down with Dr. John-Mark to discuss all things water. We discuss how the Knoxville area water is sourced, health concerns and contaminants in our water, and solutions to help improve your health by improving your water.

Listen to the episode to find out:

• How good is your current water supply

If you’re interested in improving your water and wondering what option might be best for you and your family, Daniel is offering Stay Healthy Knoxville listeners a discount on a home water purification system. To reach Daniel to find out more about Perfect Water- and to schedule your free in home consultation, you can contact him at 865-803-7562 or at 4perfectwater - and mention Stay Healthy Knoxville to receive your free home consultation and discount on a home water purification system!

Stay Healthy Knoxville and Thanks for listening!