The Voice of Health with Dr. Robert Prather

This week, we're joined by Robin, our Holistic Integration Nutritionist, to talk about the dangers of Ozempic-style drugs and how they can harm patients long-term.  In this episode, find out:

—How Ozempic-style drugs work by trying to imitate the GLP-1 hormone the body produces naturally.  And why these drugs don't work as well as the actual GLP-1 hormone because they are not the exact hormone, but something called "an agonist" which can produce the OPPOSITE effect intended.
—Why Fiber has been consistently shown to be the best thing for weight loss.
—The story behind how a Type-II Diabetes drug transformed into being marketed as a weight loss drug.  And the role of celebrity influencers in marketing these drugs with unrealistic expectations.
—The dangerous side-effects being experienced from Ozempic-like drugs, including gastric and abdominal issues that have caused stomach paralysis where people "will never be able to eat normally again".  And how patients have also experienced pancreatitis, nervous system damage, blindness, kidney failure, and even suicidal thoughts.
—Why Dr. Prather says that quick weight loss is never just about losing fat, but a loss of muscle.  And why this explains "Ozempic face" and "Ozempic butt".
—How Holistic Integration is able to get to the root cause of obesity through advanced diagnostics like our Gut Zoomer.  And the detailed information about your body that is revealed through stool kit testing.
—Why Dr. Prather says that "people who take their health seriously" should have a Functional Health Doctor.
—How the Body Composition Analysis and Fit3D Body Scan diagnostics used at Holistic Information show a detailed and accurate picture of your body.
—How you can get a 20% discount on all advanced diagnostics at Holistic Integration for the month of January.
—Plus, we announce the details of our Free Holistic Integration "Fit Focus" seminar on January 29th at 6 p.m.

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A1C is an important indicator of your blood glucose levels that is a more accurate picture of your blood sugar than just the glucose test itself.  And Dr. Prather shares how you can improve those numbers naturally and without prescription drugs through Structure-Function Care.  In this episode, we talk about:

—What numbers you want to see in your A1C levels.  And which ranges indicate pre-diabetes or diabetes.
—How the body is affected by higher A1C levels, including:  nerve damage, neuropathy, blindness, cardiovascular disease, and kidney failure.
—Why Dr. Prather says his office is even able to cut the insulin required for Type 1 Diabetics by as much as 50%, which slows down the aging process and nerve damage for those patients.  And why Dr. Prather says it is "almost guaranteed" that you can be cured of Type 2 Diabetes if you do everything that you are supposed to do.
—The reason why children are now developing Type 2 Diabetes, when that used to never happen.  And how 60% of what most people eat includes chemicals that our bodies have never experienced before.
—Why your chances of becoming a Type 2 Diabetic increase by over 100% if you are Estrogen-dominant.
—How 80% of everyone on Thyroid medications eventually develops Depression.  And how Dr. Prather's office "actually goes much, much further" than the Endocrinologists in testing the Thyroid and by rebuilding the Thyroid to reduce the need for Thyroid medications.
—The effectiveness of Chiropractic to release the nerve interference, which has a huge effect on every aspect of the body.  And why the combination of both Structural Care and Functional Care is key to getting the best patient results compared to either one those approaches alone.
—Which minerals, herbals, and vitamins are most helpful for getting your blood sugar levels correctly balanced in a non-pharmaceutical way.  And the diagnostics Dr. Prather utilizes to determine exactly what you need and which supplements will work best for your body. 
—How Acupuncture will cause Cortisol levels to drop and Oxytocin levels to increase, which helps to balance out your body's Endocrine System and Nervous System.
—Plus, you'll hear how Vicky, who works in the pharmaceutical industry overseeing research trials, had a dramatic reduction in her dangerous A1C levels after just two months as a patient at Holistic Integration.

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Dr. Prather uses The 8 Pillars Of Perfect Health to evaluate the health of his patients. How does your health rate? In this episode, we talk about:

--How Dr. Prather's battle with Graves' Disease as a teenager influenced the development of this system.
--The 5 systems of the body's energy flow, and why all pain is caused by a blockage of energy flow.
--How proper oxygenation in the cells prevents cancer, and why anemia IS a big deal (in spite of what some doctors say).
--What Xenobiotics are and how it impacts several systems in your body.
--What the correct balance should be for water within and outside of your cells, and how this balance impacts your health.
--The blood test you should have annually to determine the vitamin and mineral balance in your body.
--The 5 categories of exercise essential for good health.
--What your "phase angle" is and the test that measures how well our body's battery is charged.
--The importance of our attitudes and outlook in our health (and the role homeopathy and flower remedies can play in improving this area).
--How several different patients with fibromyalgia each had a different underlying cause that needed to be addressed (and why an individual approach to health care is vital).


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'Tis the season to be jolly! But it's also the season where we feel the additional stress of holiday obligations. Dr. Prather says there are ways we can help manage this stress and remain healthy through the holidays. In this episode, learn:

--What stress does to our health and our immune system.
--Why Dr. Prather says that stress is "the number one reason people die earlier". And how stress causes "every single organ in the body to work improperly".
--The 80-20 balance we need between a "rest and digest" mode (parasympathetic nervous system) and the 'fight or flight" mode (sympathetic nervous system) to have a healthy nervous system.
--The importance of proper diaphragmatic breathing to manage stress and change your nervous system. And why people make fun of Dr. Prather for breathing so loud! :-)
--How deeply you breathe is the BIGGEST indicator of how long you live (and can also keep you younger).
--Why massage is an important part of your health regimen for managing stress.
--The direct effect on the nervous system that chiropractic adjustments have on the body.
--How Acupuncture "immediately changes the hormones of the body" and increases the body's own natural opiate production. Plus, how Acupuncture removes the cravings of those dealing with opiate addiction.
--The powerful Auriculotherapy treatment that works on ear acupuncture points to change your brain waves and helps with anxiety, depression, addiction, and other psychological disturbances. And why Dr. Prather calls this "the most proven therapy in the world".
--Why exercise helps give a physical release to the body's "fight or flight" reaction to stress. And the negative impact sugar has on a person's stress levels.

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Dr. Prather says that inflammation is "rampant" in our country and can kick of Cardiovascular Disease, Cancer, Autoimmune Disease, and Diabetes.  In this episode, you'll discover:

—Why Dr. Prather estimates that 50% of all deaths are actually caused by inflammation in the body which leads to other disease processes.
—How keeping your inflammation low will help keep diseases away and will make you feel better.
—The causes of inflammation, including:  infections, injuries, and toxins.  And how inflammation is "necessary" for our healing.
—The blood tests Dr. Prather uses to diagnose inflammation.  And the inflammatory markers that are tracked in the Holistic Integration Gut Zoomer Test.
—Why pharmaceuticals like steroids and NSAIDs are sometimes beneficial, but should only be used on a short-term basis to avoid damage to the body.  And the story of how steroids were discovered accidentally.
—The herbals and homeopathic remedies that help the body to heal itself of inflammation, without the dangerous side-effects of pharmaceuticals.  And how those who rely long-term on NSAIDs like Ibuprofen will actually cause more inflammation and damage to the body.
—The role of IV Therapy at Holistic Integration to deliver anti-inflammatory vitamins which quickly reduce inflammation.  And the effective Liniments that are able to target inflammation with "amazing results".
—How Chiropractic reduces inflammation by taking pressure off of the nerves.  And the immediate reduction of inflammation that patients can see after an Acupuncture treatment.
—Why your diet can cause inflammation in your body.  And how Holistic Integration can test to determine the individual foods that work best for each person to help reduce inflammation.
—Plus, you'll hear the amazing story of Lucy, who has battled a brain tumor since the age of 16 and had no results for 7 years.  And how her tumor has significantly decreased in size after just three months of treatment at Holistic Integration.

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This week, we're joined by our Associate Chiropractor Dodge and Alana, who heads up Holistic Integration's Rehab Department, to talk about our upcoming free educational seminar about the importance of improving your balance for your overall health and performance.  In this episode, find out:

—Why Dr. Prather says Holistic Integration is "uniquely positioned" to help patients avoid falls or recover from a fall.
—How your diet and medications can contribute to the risk of falling.
—Why Dr. Prather says that good balance is important for everyone, from helping older people to stay youthful to even helping children have a higher I.Q. and perform better in school.
—The connection between optimal athletic performance and good balance.  And how grip strength is "the number one indicator of severity of injury in a fall".
—The important difference between static balance and dynamic balance.  And the surprising lack of static balance that athletes often show in balance testing, which is sometimes even worse than the scores of 65-year-olds.
—The ProBalance360 at Holistic Integration that is described as a "secret weapon" in helping to prevent falls and improve balance. And how this treatment has been shown to be 97% effective.
—The gender differences in balance abilities.  And "the sharp increase" in falls starting in middle age.
—How balance training can improve your performance at any age and can help prevent injuries as you get older.  And how balance training should be included for proper injury recovery, especially any injury below the waist.
—Why Dr. Dodge says that it is a mistake for young people to focus only on strength training.  And how it is not muscle strength that helps balance, but "neuromuscular education" that helps balance.
—How you can receive a free balance assessment by attending our upcoming Balance and Stability seminar this Wednesday, December 11th at 6 p.m.

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In honor of Thanksgiving, we discuss the importance of having an attitude of gratitude for our health.  And we feature three inspiring patient success stories from Holistic Integration.  In this episode, we talk about:

—The importance of attitude for our health.  And the reason Dr. Prather includes "The Beatitudes" as one of his "8 Pillars Of Perfect Health.
—Why laughter can actually improve the reaction of our immune system.
—The research that shows the effect of positive or negative words on the formation of water crystals.
—Why Dr. Prather says that he can even see the effect of a person's attitude in their lab tests.
—How Mary came to Holistic Integration for help with shortness of breath and now says her symptoms "are basically gone" after going through the Holistic Integration Balance program.
—The details about our upcoming Balance and Stability seminar on Wednesday, December 11th at 6 p.m.  And how you can receive a free balance assessment by attending this event.
—How Debbie, a Registered Nurse herself, came to Holistic Integration because she did not want to follow the traditional medicine route for her Sciatica pain.
—Why Dr. Prather says that the Atlas Orthogonal Chiropractic adjustment is the most important thing you can do to change a person's health.  And the story of how the adjustment saved his life as a young man and inspired his career helping others.
—How Adam came to Holistic Integration from Minnesota after going all over the country for six years trying to find help for a severe neck injury during a hockey game.

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Dr. Prather says that "100% of women" need help in balancing their hormones based on the lab tests he sees in patients.  In this episode, you'll learn:

—How women have 64 different Hormones to consider when trying to balance them, while men basically have to worry about 2.  And why Dr. Prather says that balancing a woman's hormones is like trying to target "a jackrabbit jumping all over the place".
—Why Dr. Prather says that every woman should think about being on some sort of supplementation to help balance her hormones.
—The symptoms of hormonal imbalance, including:  hot flashes, mood changes, cramps, irregular periods, immune system issues, heart palpitations, and even digestion problems.
—The risks of pharmaceutical hormones, which only 2% of women should actually be taking according to research.  And why bioidentical hormones are NOT natural, even though some women taking them think they are.
—The role of "food grade" Herbals, Glandulars, and Homeopathics in helping the body to regulate your hormones naturally and without the risk of side effects.  And how Holistic Integration can actually test to see which ones will work best for you.
—Why Dr. Prather says that you are not going to balance the hormones if your Copper/Zinc ratio is not balanced.  And how Breast Cancer and Ovarian Cancer "increase quite dramatically" when a woman has too high Copper levels.
—How balancing your hormones can often balance your Cholesterol.  And how getting your Cholesterol too low (under 140) will interfere with the balance of your hormones.
—Why Iodine "is absolutely critical for females."  And how women who take Thyroid medication have "a very large jump in your chances of having Breast Cancer" and low Iodine is "the leading cause of Breast Cancer".
—Why Dr. Prather says that, if your Liver is not working right, "you will never get your Hormones completely balanced".  And how the Adrenals can make every single hormone in the body, but are low-functioning in almost everyone.
—The Diagnostics you should have to diagnose the state of your Hormone Health.  And why Chiropractic & Acupuncture are important for balancing out your Hormones and causing "almost immediate" changes.

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The skin is the largest organ in the body and is often a reflection of what is going on in someone's health.  In this episode, you'll discover:

—Why Dr. Prather says you don't want to put anything on your skin that you wouldn't eat.
—The Structure-Function approach Dr. Prather uses to discover the root cause of a patient's skin issues versus the Disease Care approach that focuses more on just treating the symptoms. And why complete diagnostics are critically important to find the underlying cause of the skin problems.
—How Dr. Prather discovered parasites as the root cause of a 4-year-old boy who was covered head-to-toe with Eczema since birth.  And the "well-known" connection between gut health and the skin.
—Why Dr. Prather says that a "weakened immune system will translate into skin problems".  And why taking an antibiotic or pharmaceutical, while necessary at times, can be harmful for your immune system and make your skin worse.
—The importance of a healthy Liver for giving your skin that "healthy glow".  And why Dr. Prather refers to the skin as "a second Liver".
—How "an imbalance in the Endocrine System will result in Acne".  And how prescribing birth control pills to control Acne is not getting to the root cause of the Acne and can result in other long-term issues for young women.
—How food allergies are critical to skin health.  And how Holistic Integration can test to find out which foods are harmful for you individually and which foods are "actually like medicine" for your body.
—The Vitamins and Minerals most critical for skin health.  And why Horsetail Tea is a secret to beauty and anti-aging for your skin, hair, and nails.
—Why Chiropractic and Acupuncture are so helpful for those with skin conditions.  And how Red Laser Acupuncture has been used in Dr. Prather's office to reverse Vitiligo.
—Plus, you'll hear from local entrepreneur Meredith Sharp of TallowSkinBalm.com about how you can receive a 10% discount on all-natural holistic skin care products by using the coupon code: HOLISTICINTEGRATION

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In honor of Veterans Day, we talk about how to meet the health care needs of our nation's veterans.  In this episode, you'll find out:

—How some statistics estimate up to half of all veterans suffer from substance abuse disease, while 20 veterans a day commit suicide.
—The connection between PTSD and substance abuse.  And how most of the military addiction issues actually begin with a doctor's prescription.
—The story behind how Big Pharma scuttled expert recommendations to begin patient care with chiropractic, acupuncture, physical therapy, and counseling instead of a pharmaceutical approach.
—Why opioids should only be used for two weeks at most, while long-term opioid use actually INCREASES your pain level.
—The importance of Chiropractic for PTSD and addiction, particularly the Atlas Orthogonal Chiropractic adjustment that is a specialty at Holistic Integration.  And how imaging clearly shows how PTSD actually changes the shape of the brain.
—Why Dr. Prather calls Auriculotherapy (or Ear Acupuncture) "the most proven therapy in the world".  And how it can help someone overcome trauma and PTSD.
—How over 80% of September 11th first responders suffered from PTSD, but only 15% of them had PTSD if they received Acupuncture treatment on certain ear points.  And how military medics have found that there is an 85% reduction in the use of morphine in combat by utilizing Auriculotherapy.
—Why Dr. Prather calls Homeopathy "our secret weapon" in turning things around very quickly with substance abuse cravings.  And the natural flower remedies that are an "extremely effective means of dealing with emotional trauma".
—How more veterans have been lost to suicide since 9-11 than the number of Americans who died in Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan wars combined.
—The opportunity available for you to be trained in just 90-minutes to help save the life of a veteran through the American Legion "Be The One" mission.

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