The Art of Being Well

By Dear Media, Will Cole

Alternative Health

What's The Art of Being Well about?

Leading functional medicine expert and best-selling author Dr. Will Cole has consulted thousands of people around the world on their health journey. Now is the time for your wellness journey. A manifesto for a new breed of health seekers, The Art Of Being Well is a fresh infusion of grace and lightness into wellness. Here we will explore exciting ways for you to nurture your body, spirit, mind and relationships. From this place of using self-care as a form of self-respect, you can discover your own metamorphosis.

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Benefits of Cuddling, Are L...

02.02.2023

In this Ask Me Anything Episode, Dr. Will Cole and his functional medicine telehealth team look at the importance of a healthy support system and what you can do if those closest to you aren't on board with your wellness ...

The Art of Being Well episodes:

02.02.2023 Benefits of Cuddling, Are Loved Ones Hurting Your Health + Fav Healthy Chocolate Brands (Ask Me Anything Episode!) In this Ask Me Anything Episode, Dr. Will Cole and his functional medicine telehealth team look at the importance of a healthy support system and what you can do if those closest to you aren't on board with your wellness ...
01.30.2023 Maya Feller: Eating From Our Roots (Evolution of Cultural Foods, Healthy Meals From Around The World + Fixing Food Deserts) In this episode, Dr. Will Cole is joined by registered dietitian, nutritionist, and author, Maya Feller. Taking inspiration from her own cultural roots and her clinical training, her new book Eating From Our Roots takes us on a culinary trip ...
01.26.2023 Jordan Rubin: Powerful Regenerative Farming Practices That Will Heal The Gut + Soil Microbiome In this episode, Dr. Will Cole is joined by Jordan Rubin - co-founder and CEO of Ancient Nutrition and owner and operator of Heal The Planet Farm. On a mission to better our future, Jordan shows us why regenerative farming ...
01.23.2023 Debunking Cooking Oil Myths & The Best + Worst Fats Ranked For Your Health with Jeff Nobbs In this episode, Dr. Will Cole is joined by co-founder and CEO of Zero Acre Farms, Jeff Nobbs. Fueled by his family's health history, Jeff spent years studying nutrition to find out the truth behind the magnitude of contradicting information ...
01.19.2023 Jessie Inchauspe: The Glucose Goddess Top Tips To Balance Blood Sugar (Fiber Science, Food Combining, Timing + More) In this episode, Dr. Will Cole is joined by biochemist and author, Jessie Inchauspe. After seeing how the epidemic of high blood sugar has wreaked havoc on our society, Jessie set out to change the way we look at food ...
01.16.2023 How Glyphosate Hurts Your Gut-Brain-Mood Axis (+ Exactly What You Can Do About It) In this special "Mental Health Is Physical Health" series episode, Dr. Will Cole sits down with members of his telehealth team to discuss everything you need to know about glyphosate. This modern day chemical is used on almost every conventional ...
01.12.2023 Dr. Robert Waldinger: Gaslighting Myths & Truths + Science-Backed Tips For Happiness & Healthy Relationships In this episode, Dr. Will Cole is joined by physiatrist and Harvard Medical professor, Dr. Robert Waldinger. By examining the most comprehensive studies on happiness, Waldinger shows us just how much meaningful relationships can transform your mental and physical health. ...
01.09.2023 Detox Do's & Don'ts, Histamine Intolerance + Aspartame & Your Brain (Ask Me Anything Episode!) In this Ask Me Anything Episode, Dr. Will Cole and his functional medicine telehealth team kick the year off by talking about everyone's favorite subject: detoxing. By learning how to detox the right way, you can be well on your ...
01.05.2023 Lisa Odenweller: Debunking Detox & Cleanse Myths: Toxic Diet Culture, Fad Or Wellness GameChanger? In this episode, Dr. Will Cole is joined by Lisa Odenweller, founder and CEO of Kroma Wellness, a functional superfood nutrition company. While most of us start off the new year with the best intentions, our execution doesn't always end ...
01.02.2023 Dr. Daniel Amen: The Secret To Happiness According To Your Brain Type + Next-Level Brain Health Tips In this episode, Dr. Will Cole is joined by leading psychiatrist and New York Times bestselling author, Dr. Daniel Amen. We all want to be happy, but roadblocks can seem to follow us around every corner. Instead of giving in ...
12.29.2022 Jennifer Cohen: How To Become Anti-Fragile In A Fragile World For Your Total Wellness In this episode, Dr. Will Cole is joined by author, podcaster, and entrepreneur, Jennifer Cohen. On the heels of her new book Bigger, Better, Bolder, Jennifer shows us how we can actually build a life we love - not just ...
12.26.2022 Joey Thurman: The Minimum Method For A Stronger, Healthier, Happier You (Deep Sleep, Supplement, Biohacking + Fitness Pro-Tips) In this episode, Dr. Will Cole is joined by author and health and fitness expert, Joey Thurman. When it comes to health, we often think that more is better when in reality, it's the little things that make the biggest ...
12.22.2022 Wellness Trends: The Latest In Nutrition, Clean Beauty, Biohacking + Fitness (Ask Me Anything Episode!) In this Ask Me Anything Episode, Dr. Will Cole and his functional medicine telehealth team wrap up the year by looking ahead into what these functional medicine experts are predicting for the wellness world the coming year. While trends come ...
12.19.2022 Cellular Health Hacks, Autophagy, Postbiotics, Mitochondria Renewal Tips For Anti-Aging with Dr. Anurag Singh In this episode, Dr. Will Cole is joined by the chief medical officer of Timeline Nutrition, Dr. Anurag Singh. You may have learned about cellular health in science class, but this episode covers everything you didn't learn (but should have!) ...
12.15.2022 Amber-Lee Lyons: Energy Medicine Deep Dive, Chakras, Quantum Leaping + Using Crystals For Healing In this episode, Dr. Will Cole is joined by founder of Chakra Girl Co, Amber-Lee Lyons. A deep dive into everything you've ever wanted to know about energy medicine, this episode guides you through unlocking your chakras, quantum leaping, and ...
12.12.2022 EBV: The Chronic Viral Infection Linked To Brain Fog, Depression, Anxiety & Autoimmunity (+ Exactly What To Do About It) In this special "Mental Health Is Physical Health" series episode, Dr. Will Cole sits down with members of his team to discuss everything you need to know about Epstein–Barr virus (EBV). This chronic viral infection can contribute to everything from ...
12.08.2022 Best (+ Worst) Coffee Options, Food Deserts, Carnivore Diet & Autoimmunity (Ask Me Anything Episode!) In this Ask Me Anything Episode, Dr. Will Cole and his functional medicine telehealth team give you their best recommendations for what to get (and what to avoid) when going out for coffee. Plus, they dive into what it means ...
12.05.2022 Dr. Shahin Ghadir: Debunking Fertility Myths, Egg Freezing + Overcoming Infertility Naturally In this episode Dr. Will Cole is joined by leading fertility expert Dr. Shahin Ghadir to talk about all things overcoming infertility. Whether you want to have kids now or later, this episode will prepare you with everything you need ...
12.01.2022 Dr. Will Siu: The Surprising Science Of Psychedelics (Health Benefits, Microdosing + The Mind-Body-Soul Connection) In this episode, Dr. Will Cole is joined by his friend and colleague Dr. Will Siu, MD who shares his expertise on all things psychedelics. From the different types of psychedelics to the latest science-backed research on their use for ...
11.28.2022 Uncommon Superfoods, Raw Dairy Myths + Keto Side Effects (Ask Me Anything Episode!) In this Ask Me Anything episode, Dr. Will Cole and his functional medicine telehealth team talk about their favorite underrated superfoods like black cumin seed and the controversial benefits of raw dairy. Plus, we dive into some of the side ...
11.24.2022 Tina Chen Craig: Ancient Asian Rituals For Modern Beauty (Immortal Jellyfish, Black Fungus + More!) In this episode Dr. Will Cole is joined by U Beauty founder Tina Chen Craig who lets us in on all her beauty secrets. Taking principles from her Asian culture, she educates us on how to harness these practices to ...
11.21.2022 The Super Nutrients For Longevity, Hair Growth & Glowing Skin with John Gildea & David Roberts In this episode I'm joined by BrocElite co-founders John Gildea and David Roberts. After a life-changing diagnosis, BrocElite was founded as a way to harness the powers of sulforaphane and other science-backed nutrients. From their ability to increase autophagy, manage ...
11.17.2022 Daniel Tal Mor: Making Your Metabolism Flexible, Finding Carb Sweet Spot + Biohacking Pro-Tips In this episode Dr. Will Cole is joined by co-founder and CEO of Lumen, Daniel Tal Mor to explore the importance of metabolic flexibility. By understanding how our metabolism affects our overall health, he shows us the best biohacking secrets, ...
11.14.2022 Keren Eldad: Radical Acceptance, Finding Joy In The Meaningless + Midlife Awakenings In this episode Dr. Will Cole is joined by personal and executive coach Keren Eldad. After going through her own midlife transformation, she set out to rebrand the often scary midlife "crisis" to a more beneficial, powerful midlife awakening. Not ...
11.10.2022 How FODMAP Intolerance & SIBO Hurt Our Mood & Gut Health + What To Do About It In this special episode, part of our "Mental Health Is Physical Health" series, Dr. Will Cole sits down with members of his functional medicine telehealth team to discuss the elusive gut-brain connection. In functional medicine, we often see that people ...
11.07.2022 Sophia Bush: Major Wellness Aha! Moments + How To Advocate For Your Health & Others In this episode Dr. Will Cole is joined by actress and political activist, Sophia Bush. After going through her own healing transformation, she shows us that by not setting up healthy boundaries we can leave our body and health behind. ...
11.03.2022 Dr. Christian Gonzalez: Toxic Protein Powders, Trauma-Autoimmune Connection + Psychedelics In this episode Dr. Will Cole is joined by Dr. Christian Gonzalez to discuss the dichotomy between freedom and transparency with our health and products. Learn how to become your own health advocate, listen to what our bodies are telling ...
10.31.2022 Medical Gaslighting, Affordable Functional Medicine Myths & Truths + Clearing Mold Toxins (Ask Me Anything Episode!) In this episode Dr. Will Cole and his functional medicine telehealth team discuss the far too common occurrence of medical gaslighting. Many people - especially women - are told all too often that their symptoms are all in their heads. ...
10.27.2022 Molly Chester: The Farm To Table Diet (Soil Microbiome, Regenerative Farming + Cooking As A Spiritual Practice) In this episode, chef and author Molly Chester joins us to talk about something we often overlook when considering the food we eat: soil quality. The soil we grow our food in determines the nutrient-density of crops which ultimately impacts ...
10.24.2022 Essential Amino Acids For Longevity + Metabolism (Myths, Plant-Based vs. Animal Protein, Food Combining) with Angelo Keely In this episode KION founder, Angelo Keely joins us for a deep dive on all things amino acids. As the building blocks of protein, we look at why they are necessary for our health, what foods contain amino acids, and ...
10.20.2022 Danielle Walker: Healthy Eating For Busy People (Meal Planning, Myths, Budget Hacks + Food As Medicine Tips) In this episode New York Times bestselling author Danielle Walker gives us all her secrets to make eating healthy easy and realistic. From the best meal planning tips to keeping your grocery budget in check, you'll walk away with more ...
10.17.2022 Histamine Intolerance, Its Effects On Mental Health & Tips To Regulate Nervous System + Cortisol In this special episode, part of our "Mental Health Is Physical Health" series, Dr. Will Cole sits down with his functional medicine team to look at how physical changes affect our mental health and nervous system. Histamine intolerance and mast ...
10.13.2022 Cameron Diaz + Katherine Power: The Dirty Ingredients In Your Wine, Clean Alcohol, Histamine Intolerance + Personal Wellness Evolutions In this episode, Dr. Will Cole is joined by Cameron Diaz and Katherine Power to learn all about the dirty secrets of the wine industry and the ingredients to avoid. They share their journey to creating Avaline, a natural wine ...
10.10.2022 Toxic Jobs, Fasting, Fats & Gallbladder Problems + Favorite Healthy Fall Treats (Ask Me Anything Episode!) In this Ask Me Anything episode, Dr. Will Cole and his functional medicine telehealth team discuss the connection between autoimmunity and jobs with higher toxin exposure and whether or not intermittent fasting and healthy fats are the best choices for ...
10.06.2022 Melissa Urban: How To Set Boundaries To Save Your Health (Relationships, Social Media, Food + Workplace Tips) In this episode, Whole30 co-founder and CEO Melissa Urban joins Dr. Will Cole to talk all about her new book and why setting boundaries is the new movement for mental and physical health. We dive into what boundaries are, why ...
10.03.2022 Tero Isokauppila: Adaptogen Deep Dive (Benefits, Mushrooms, Foraging + Ancient Traditions) In this episode, adaptogenic mushroom expert Tero Isokauppila, gives us the ultimate audio guide to adaptogens. From what qualifies something as an adaptogen, different types of adaptogens and their benefits, to foraging for them on your own, this episode will ...
09.29.2022 Ashleigh VanHouten: Carnivore Diet MYTHS, Meal Ideas + Pro Tips In this episode health coach and author Ashleigh VanHouten gives us a full rundown on the carnivore diet from debunking common myths to understanding the health benefits of eating more animal protein (including organ meats + collagen!) by taking cues ...
09.26.2022 The Tropical Plant Therapeutics To Help You Chill & Focus + Alcohol Alternatives with JW Ross In this episode Botanic Tonics founder, JW Ross brings us into the world of plant therapeutics and the overlooked health benefits of plants like kava and kratom for calming anxiety, focus and energy. By showing us how these plants can ...
09.22.2022 Dr. Zach Bush: Breathing Your Biome + The SHOCKING Autoimmune-Inflammation Trigger In this episode Zach Bush, MD sits down with Dr. Will Cole to show us the connection between nature and our health. Everything from the air we breathe to the pesticides we use (and don't use) on a daily basis ...
09.19.2022 Blood Types & Lyme Disease Tick Bites, Is Botox Safe + Natural Injectable Alternatives (Ask Me Anything Episode!) In this week's Ask Me Anything Episode, Dr Will Cole and his functional medicine team answer all your questions about whether or not your blood type influences your chances of getting bit from ticks with Lyme disease and other bugs. ...
09.15.2022 Dr. Lisa Miller: How Spirituality Changes Your Brain + Mood In this episode, Dr. Lisa Miller joins Dr. Will Cole to make a case for spirituality. Regardless of our religious beliefs (or lack thereof) she shows us the science that we are all spiritual beings. Backed by research, Miller reveals ...
09.12.2022 The Microbiome-Mind Connection + A Patient's Wellness Journey In this special episode, part of our "Mental Health Is Physical Health" series, Dr. Will Cole sits down with members of my team to discuss everyone's favorite wellness topic: gut health and the mind-body connection. From lesser-known symptoms of an ...
09.08.2022 Dr. Steven Gundry: Longevity Secrets + Myths In this episode, Dr. Will Cole is joined by Dr. Steven Gundry who lets us in on all the secrets to achieving ultimate cellular health and renewal. He explains why we need to pay attention to our mitochondria and how ...
09.05.2022 Rebecca Kennedy: Cardio Or Strength Training, Core Exercise MYTH + How Much Should We Be Working Out?! In this episode, Peloton instructor and fitness guru Rebecca Kennedy shows us how to make fitness work for you. Through her own journey with fitness, we learn why daily movement is so important, how to listen to your body, and ...
09.01.2022 Chris Kresser: These SURPRISING Nutrient Deficiencies Make You Feel Like Crap In this episode, fellow functional medicine expert, Chris Kresser joins Dr. Will Cole to educate us on all things nutrition. By understanding the causes and symptoms of nutrient deficiencies we can learn how to get the proper nutrients through supplements ...
08.29.2022 The Best Natural Deodorants, Debunking Depression Serotonin Myths + Pregnancy Inflammation (Ask Me Anything Episode!) In this Ask Me Anything Episode, Dr. Will Cole and his functional medicine team walk us through the link between serotonin levels, inflammation, and depression, and how pregnancy could be a potential trigger for autoimmune-inflammation problems. Plus, find out if ...
08.25.2022 Dr. Casey Means: The “Healthy” Foods Hurting Your Mood, Metabolism & Energy In this episode, Dr. Casey Means, chief medical officer and co-founder of metabolic health company Levels, opens our eyes to the rise of metabolic dysfunction in America, the symptoms of insulin resistance, and the best blood sugar balancing foods. Plus, ...
08.22.2022 Orthorexia, Natural Menstruation Tips, Yoni Steaming + Ancient Rituals For Hormones + Mood with Nikki Bostwick In this episode Dr. Will Cole is joined by Founder and Editor in Chief of THE FULLEST, Nikki Bostwick. Nothing is off limits as they discuss the mood boosting benefits of saffron, natural menstruation tips, overcoming orthorexia, yoni steaming, and ...
08.18.2022 Dr. Mariza Snyder: Debunking Perimenopause Myths, Menstrual Cycle Tracking, Estrogen Dominance + Female Hormones In this episode, Dr. Will Cole is joined by fellow functional medicine practitioner and bestselling author, Dr. Mariza Snyder. As a women's health expert, she gives us the rundown on all things female hormone health including symptoms of perimenopause, menopause ...
08.15.2022 What The Ef Is Adrenal Fatigue, Breathwork, Adaptogens + A Patient's Wellness Journey In this special episode, part of our "Mental Health Is Physical Health" series, Dr. Will Cole and his clinic team teach you functional medicine protocols and mental-emotional exercises to feel your best. We learn about different supplements, adaptogens, breathwork and ...

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