The Shift with Katherine Maslen

Welcome to The Shift expert series with naturopath, nutritionist and author Katherine Maslen as she explores the state of human health, the dysfunction of the health industry and provides people with the tools, knowledge and understanding to make the shift in their lives.

In the expert series of The Shift, Katherine explores deeper conversations with the world leaders featured in season one, the investigative docu-series on the gut. If you want to make the shift towards more informed decisions regarding better health, then this podcast is for you.

Rodney Dietert, PhD, is a professor of immunotoxicology at Cornell University and the author of the book The Human Superorganism, which is all about microbiome research and what that means for human health. Professor Dietert has channeled his life's work and vast experience towards focusing on reducing the environmental health risks of children and protecting against chronic diseases by focusing on the microbiome and the immune system.

As a full professor at Cornell University in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology and a faculty member in the Cornell Institute for Comparative and Environment Toxicology, Dr. Dietert has published peer-reviewed papers in more than 70 different scientific journals ranging from environmental health and pediatric medicine publications to nutrition, metabolism, immune, neurological and reproductive journals.

In this episode Katherine and Rodney Dietert explore:

• What guided Rodney's pathway to research and education, and ultimately focusing on the microbiome
• The microbiome - What it is? Why is it important? And the current state of the human microbiome
• Drug advertising and the troubling effects it has on human health
• The history of antibiotics and changing global attitudes around bacteria and sterilisation
• The global rise in non-communicable diseases and the sacrifice in quality of life to extend the human lifespan
• What it means to be a human superorganism
• The fascinating effect of humans living together on the microbiome
• Rodney's advice for making the shift

Links:

Rodney Dietert - Website

Rodney Dietert - Research Gate

Rodney Dietert - Linkedin

The Shift Season 1

Welcome to The Shift expert series with naturopath, nutritionist and author Katherine Maslen as she explores the state of human health, the dysfunction of the health industry and provides people with the tools, knowledge and understanding to make the shift in their lives.  In the expert series of The Shift, Katherine explores deeper conversations with the world leaders featured in season one, the investigative docu-series on the gut. If you want to make the shift towards more informed decisions regarding better health, then this podcast is for you. Rodney Dietert, PhD, is a professor of immunotoxicology at Cornell University and the author of the book The Human Superorganism, which is all about microbiome research and what that means for human health.  Professor Dietert has channeled his life’s work and vast experience towards focusing on reducing the environmental health risks of children and protecting against chronic diseases by focusing on the microbiome and the immune system. As a full professor at Cornell University in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology and a faculty member in the Cornell Institute for Comparative and Environment Toxicology, Dr. Dietert has published peer-reviewed papers in more than 70 different scientific journals ranging from environmental health and pediatric medicine publications to nutrition, metabolism, immune, neurological and reproductive journals.   In this episode Katherine and Rodney Dietert explore: What guided Rodney’s pathway to research and education, and ultimately focusing on the microbiome The microbiome – What it is? Why is it important? And the current state of the human microbiome Drug advertising and the troubling effects it has on human health  The history of antibiotics and changing global attitudes around bacteria and sterilisation  The global rise in non-communicable diseases and the sacrifice in quality of life to extend the human lifespan What it means to be a human superorganism The fascinating effect of humans living together on the microbiome Rodney’s advice for making the shift Links: Rodney Dietert – Website Rodney Dietert – Research Gate Rodney Dietert – Linkedin  The Shift Season 1

Welcome to The Shift expert series with naturopath, nutritionist and author Katherine Maslen as she explores the state of human health, the dysfunction of the health industry and provides people with the tools, knowledge and understanding to make the shift in their lives.

In the expert series of The Shift, Katherine explores deeper conversations with the world leaders featured in season one, the investigative docu-series on the gut. If you want to make the shift towards more informed decisions regarding better health, then this podcast is for you.

Summer Bock is a fermentationist and gut health crusader from Tennessee, USA. Summer is the founder of Guts and Glory, and is a trained herbalist with a background in microbiology and is certified by Columbia University in Integrative Nutrition.

Summer has helped thousands of people to reach better digestive health and continues to empower her clients through sharing her knowledge in fermentation and encouraging others to make their own raw ferments to improve and nurture the gut microbiome.

In this episode Katherine and Summer Bock explore:

• What a fermentationist is?
• Summers personal story and the struggles with her own health that guided her pathway to integrative medicine
• Some of Summer's favourite ferments and the nutritional benefits of consuming these types of foods
• Raw vs store bought ferments
• Kombucha - the gateway ferment
• Eating to build the microbiome and the foods that support this process
• The negative effects of antibiotics on the gut microbiome
• Orthorexia and the troubling impacts of health influencers on social media
• How stress effects gut health
• Strategies for treating constipation
• The power of the healing journey and a remarkable story of one of Summers clients
• Why we ignore our symptoms until they become bad

Links:

Summer Bock - Website

Summer Bock - Facebook

Summer Bock - Instagram

Summer Bock - Twitter

Summer Bock - Linkedin

The Shift Season 1

Katherine's Sauerkraut Recipe

Welcome to The Shift expert series with naturopath, nutritionist and author Katherine Maslen as she explores the state of human health, the dysfunction of the health industry and provides people with the tools, knowledge and understanding to make the shift in their lives.  In the expert series of The Shift, Katherine explores deeper conversations with the world leaders featured in season one, the investigative docu-series on the gut. If you want to make the shift towards more informed decisions regarding better health, then this podcast is for you. Summer Bock is a fermentationist and gut health crusader from Tennessee, USA.  Summer is the founder of Guts and Glory, and is a trained herbalist with a background in microbiology and is certified by Columbia University in Integrative Nutrition.   Summer has helped thousands of people to reach better digestive health and continues to empower her clients through sharing her knowledge in fermentation and encouraging others to make their own raw ferments to improve and nurture the gut microbiome.   In this episode Katherine and Summer Bock explore: What a fermentationist is? Summers personal story and the struggles with her own health that guided her pathway to integrative medicine Some of Summer’s favourite ferments and the nutritional benefits of consuming these types of foods Raw vs store bought ferments Kombucha – the gateway ferment Eating to build the microbiome and the foods that support this process The negative effects of antibiotics on the gut microbiome Orthorexia and the troubling impacts of health influencers on social media  How stress effects gut health Strategies for treating constipation The power of the healing journey and a remarkable story of one of Summers clients Why we ignore our symptoms until they become bad Links: Summer Bock – Website Summer Bock – Facebook Summer Bock – Instagram Summer Bock – Twitter Summer Bock – Linkedin The Shift Season 1 Katherine’s Sauerkraut Recipe

Welcome to The Shift expert series with naturopath, nutritionist and author Katherine Maslen as she explores the state of human health, the dysfunction of the health industry and provides people with the tools, knowledge and understanding to make the shift in their lives.

In the expert series of The Shift, Katherine explores deeper conversations with the world leaders featured in season one, the investigative docu-series on the gut. If you want to make the shift towards more informed decisions regarding better health, then this podcast is for you.

Dr Marvin Singh is an integrative gastroenterologist based in California and is regarded as America's premier wellness concierge. Marvin is the first physician in California to be Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology in addition to being a Diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Medicine.

Through his own personal health journey, Dr Marvin has become a passionate advocate for wellness, health and longevity. He continues to spread his knowledge around gut health and integrative medicine by appearing on various US television programs and podcasts, and also features heavily in season 1 of The Shift docu-series. He is the co-author of the textbook Integrative Environmental Medicine, a contributor for MBG and other publications and an expert when it comes to the gastrointestinal tract, health and wellness.

In this episode Katherine and Dr Marvin Singh explore:

• What drew Dr Singh to become an M.D. and ultimately a gastroenterologist
• The gastroenterologist's role in medicine and what shaped Dr Marvins decisions to approach integrative medicine
• The rapidly evolving field of the Microbiome
• The impact of bariatric weight loss surgeries
• Food intolerances and gut health symptoms to be aware of
• Why stomach acid is vital to a healthy digestive system
• Inflammatory bowel diseases and the causes of the condition
• Knowledge around the digestive system and how to improve it
• Helping people to understand their bodies and what's happening on the inside
• Dr Marvins philosophies and advice on making the shift

Links

Dr Marvin Singh - Website

Dr Marvin Singh - Facebook

Dr Marvin Singh - Instagram

Dr Marvin Singh - Twitter

Dr Marvin Singh - LinkedIn

The Shift Season 1

Welcome to The Shift expert series with naturopath, nutritionist and author Katherine Maslen as she explores the state of human health, the dysfunction of the health industry and provides people with the tools, knowledge and understanding to make the shift in their lives.  In the expert series of The Shift, Katherine explores deeper conversations with the world leaders featured in season one, the investigative docu-series on the gut. If you want to make the shift towards more informed decisions regarding better health, then this podcast is for you. Dr Marvin Singh is an integrative gastroenterologist based in California and is regarded as America’s premier wellness concierge.  Marvin is the first physician in California to be Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology in addition to being a Diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Medicine. Through his own personal health journey, Dr Marvin has become a passionate advocate for wellness, health and longevity.  He continues to spread his knowledge around gut health and integrative medicine by appearing on various US television programs and podcasts, and also features heavily in season 1 of The Shift docu-series.  He is the co-author of the textbook Integrative Environmental Medicine, a contributor for MBG and other publications and an expert when it comes to the gastrointestinal tract, health and wellness.   In this episode Katherine and Dr Marvin Singh explore: What drew Dr Singh to become an M.D. and ultimately a gastroenterologist The gastroenterologist’s role in medicine and what shaped Dr Marvins decisions to approach integrative medicine  The rapidly evolving field of the Microbiome The impact of bariatric weight loss surgeries Food intolerances and gut health symptoms to be aware of Why stomach acid is vital to a healthy digestive system Inflammatory bowel diseases and the causes of the condition Knowledge around the digestive system and how to improve it Helping people to understand their bodies and what’s happening on the inside Dr Marvins philosophies and advice on making the shift Links Dr Marvin Singh – Website Dr Marvin Singh – Facebook Dr Marvin Singh – Instagram  Dr Marvin Singh – Twitter Dr Marvin Singh – LinkedIn The Shift Season 1

Welcome to The Shift expert series with naturopath, nutritionist and author Katherine Maslen as she explores the state of human health, the dysfunction of the health industry and provides people with the tools, knowledge and understanding to make the shift in their lives.

In the expert series of The Shift, Katherine explores deeper conversations with the world leaders featured in season one, the investigative docu-series on the gut. If you want to make the shift towards more informed decisions regarding better health, then this podcast is for you.

Dr Leo Galland is an Internist and an MD from New York that specialises in the treatment of complex chronic disorders and is considered globally as one of the leading pioneers in studying the gut microbiome and intestinal permeability. He is listed as one of the Leading Physicians of the World and America's Top Doctors.

Dr Galland is a graduate of Harvard University and New York University School of Medicine, and is board-certified in internal medicine. In 2017, Dr. Galland was awarded the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award by Marquis Who's Who, which recognised his contribution to the medical world.

Dr Leo Galland has published 7 books including The Allergy Solution, The Fat Resistance Diet and Already Here. He has received international recognition for developing innovative nutritional therapies to treat autoimmune, inflammatory, allergic, infectious and gastrointestinal disorders and has described his work in numerous scientific articles and textbook chapters.

In this episode Katherine and Dr Galland explore:

• What an Internists role is in medicine and what drew Dr Galland to become a professional in this field
• Studying at Harvard University and New York University School of Medicine
• Why Dr Leo believes in the integrative medicine approach and how through practicing he has become better placed to effectively help his patients
• Profound examples of patient success stories through alternative medicine and changes to diet
• Dr Galland's research into gut microbes and how his findings have helped to shape today's understanding of the microbiome
• Fascinating studies into the effects of yo-yo dieting and mice
• The gut microbiomes role in neuro-inflammation, hormone production and studies linking the microbiome to stress and mental health
• The global increase in auto-immune diseases and allergies, and how our environments, nutrition and lifestyle choices impact the development of these conditions
• Hidden allergies and potential causes including food intolerances and exposure to harmful chemicals such as formaldehyde
• The loss of Dr Gallands son Christopher who passed away at the age of 22, but left Leo with a remarkable gift inspiring him to consider the afterlife and to share Christopher's story by writing the book Already Here

Links:

Dr Leo Galland - Website

Dr Leo Galland - Facebook

Dr Leo Galland - Instagram

Dr Leo Galland - Twitter

Dr Leo Galland - LinkedIn

The Shift Season 1

Welcome to The Shift expert series with naturopath, nutritionist and author Katherine Maslen as she explores the state of human health, the dysfunction of the health industry and provides people with the tools, knowledge and understanding to make the shift in their lives.  In the expert series of The Shift, Katherine explores deeper conversations with the world leaders featured in season one, the investigative docu-series on the gut. If you want to make the shift towards more informed decisions regarding better health, then this podcast is for you. Dr Leo Galland is an Internist and an MD from New York that specialises in the treatment of complex chronic disorders and is considered globally as one of the leading pioneers in studying the gut microbiome and intestinal permeability.  He is listed as one of the Leading Physicians of the World and America’s Top Doctors.   Dr Galland is a graduate of Harvard University and New York University School of Medicine, and is board-certified in internal medicine.  In 2017, Dr. Galland was awarded the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award by Marquis Who’s Who, which recognised his contribution to the medical world.   Dr Leo Galland has published 7 books including The Allergy Solution, The Fat Resistance Diet and Already Here.  He has received international recognition for developing innovative nutritional therapies to treat autoimmune, inflammatory, allergic, infectious and gastrointestinal disorders and has described his work in numerous scientific articles and textbook chapters.   In this episode Katherine and Dr Galland explore: What an Internists role is in medicine and what drew Dr Galland to become a professional in this field   Studying at Harvard University and New York University School of Medicine Why Dr Leo believes in the integrative medicine approach and how through practicing he has become better placed to effectively help his patients Profound examples of patient success stories through alternative medicine and changes to diet Dr Galland’s research into gut microbes and how his findings have helped to shape today’s understanding of the microbiome Fascinating studies into the effects of yo-yo dieting and mice The gut microbiomes role in neuro-inflammation, hormone production and studies linking the microbiome to stress and mental health The global increase in auto-immune diseases and allergies, and how our environments, nutrition and lifestyle choices impact the development of these conditions Hidden allergies and potential causes including food intolerances and exposure to harmful chemicals such as formaldehyde The loss of Dr Gallands son Christopher who passed away at the age of 22, but left Leo with a remarkable gift inspiring him to consider the afterlife and to share Christopher’s story by writing the book Already Here  Links: Dr Leo Galland – Website Dr Leo Galland – Facebook Dr Leo Galland – Instagram Dr Leo Galland – Twitter Dr Leo Galland – LinkedIn The Shift Season 1

Pesticides and other chemicals have given human beings the ability to produce bountiful crops and ensure safe drinking water. This approach to what we consume everyday is alarmingly showing signs of being a key issue to our health and wellbeing.

Welcome to The Shift expert series with naturopath, nutritionist and author Katherine Maslen as she explores the state of human health, the dysfunction of the health industry and provides people with the tools, knowledge and understanding to make the shift in their lives.

In the expert series of The Shift, Katherine explores deeper conversations with the world leaders featured in season one, the investigative docu- series on the gut. If you want to make the shift towards more informed decisions regarding better health, then this podcast is for you.

Dr. Aly Cohen is a practicing rheumatologist and integrative medicine physician in Princeton, New Jersey. She has been actively involved in the area of environmental health over the past decade. Her work has led to education collaborations with Environmental Working Group and several medical schools and physician training programs.

She recently co-edited the text, Integrative Environmental Medicine, through Oxford University Press/ Weil Academic Series. In 2016, she founded "The Smart Human" social media platform, in order to better educate the general public on topics in environmental health and prevention, and she is currently working to create curriculum on environmental health to be available to high school students nationally.

She posts practical health and prevention tips and recommendations on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. She is also a mother of two crazy young boys and several adorable animals.

In this episode Katherine and Dr Cohen explore:

• What exactly a rheumatologist is
• How deficient we are in our medical training when it comes to health and nutrition
• Why Dr Cohen combines traditional medicine and western approaches to medicine in her practice
• The different types of arthritis and how diet can impact these kinds of diseases
• Why gut health is becoming increasingly one of the key issues in overall human health
• What leaky gut is and some of the conditions that stem from this issue
• How the exposure to chemicals in our everyday life is significantly contributing to poor health
• The links between gut health and the microbiome and chemical use
• Why the way water is treated can be a health risk and the different ways additives in water, such as chlorine, impacts women and children
• How eating organic can be beneficial to you, especially in relation to avoiding pesticides and other harmful chemicals
• The drive behind Dr Cohen's passion for health and well being
• The increase in links between chemicals and disease
• Why the contamination of groundwater occurs and what is deemed 'acceptable' risk for humans
• Why mobile phone radiation and WiFi is an issue and ways you can reduce the risk to you and your family

Links:

Aly Cohen - Website

Aly Cohen - Facebook

Aly Cohen - Instagram

Aly Cohen - Twitter

Aly Cohen - LinkedIn

Pesticides and other chemicals have given human beings the ability to produce bountiful crops and ensure safe drinking water. This approach to what we consume everyday is alarmingly showing signs of being a key issue to our health and well being. Welcome to The Shift expert series with naturopath, nutritionist and author Katherine Maslen as she explores the state of human health, the dysfunction of the health industry and provides people with the tools, knowledge and understanding to make the shift in their lives.  In the expert series of The Shift, Katherine explores deeper conversations with the world leaders featured in season one, the investigative docu- series on the gut. If you want to make the shift towards more informed decisions regarding better health, then this podcast is for you. Dr. Aly Cohen is a practicing rheumatologist and integrative medicine physician in Princeton, New Jersey. She has been actively involved in the area of environmental health over the past decade. Her work has led to education collaborations with Environmental Working Group and several medical schools and physician training programs. She recently co-edited the text, Integrative Environmental Medicine, through Oxford University Press/ Weil Academic Series. In 2016, she founded “The Smart Human” social media platform, in order to better educate the general public on topics in environmental health and prevention, and she is currently working to create curriculum on environmental health to be available to high school students nationally.  She posts practical health and prevention tips and recommendations on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. She is also a mother of two crazy young boys and several adorable animals. In this episode Katherine and Dr Cohen explore:  What exactly a rheumatologist is How deficient we are in our medical training when it comes to health and nutrition Why Dr Cohen combines traditional medicine and western approaches to medicine in her practice The different types of arthritis and how diet can impact these kinds of diseases Why gut health is becoming increasingly one of the key issues in overall human health What leaky gut is and some of the conditions that stem from this issue How the exposure to chemicals in our everyday life is significantly contributing to poor health The links between gut health and the microbiome and chemical use Why the way water is treated can be a health risk and the different ways additives in water, such as chlorine, impacts women and children How eating organic can be beneficial to you, especially in relation to avoiding pesticides and other harmful chemicals The drive behind Dr Cohen’s passion for health and well being The increase in links between chemicals and disease Why the contamination of groundwater occurs and what is deemed ‘acceptable’ risk for humans Why mobile phone radiation and WiFi is an issue and ways you can reduce the risk to you and your family Links: Aly Cohen – Website Aly Cohen – Facebook Aly Cohen – Instagram Aly Cohen – Twitter Aly Cohen – LinkedIn