This week, we begin a 4-part series on Unintentional Deaths and Accidents, which are the third-leading cause of death in America.  This category includes poisonings and overdoses, falls, and motor vehicle accidents.  In this episode, you'll discover:

—How Dr. Prather was surprised that Accidental Deaths passed Strokes to become the #3 cause of death in the United States.
—Why Men are more likely to die than Women in this category.  (And why Lisa really likes Dr. Prather's explanation!)
—How drug overdoses, particularly from Opioids, are the main driver of deaths in the category of Poisonings.
—Why Dr. Prather says that Structure-Function Care can do a lot to help reduce deaths in this category.
—The reason deaths from motor vehicle accidents have actually gone down a bit.   
—The astonishing story behind what started the Opioid crisis in America.  And the Big Pharma family behind it all.
—The Surgeon General letter to all physicians in 2019 that called on fewer Opioid drugs being prescribed.
—How an elderly person who falls and breaks a hip will usually die within two years.
—Why balance assessment and treatment are so important for adults over the age of 65.  And how an overwhelming majority of falls happen at home.
—The Surgeon General recommendations in 2019 that pain treatment should be prioritized with Structure-Function Care like Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and Physiotherapy instead of addictive prescriptions.  And the scenarios when Opioids are beneficial when used properly.

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Kidney Stones are incredibly painful and are "growing at a surprise rate".  But Dr. Prather says there are natural approaches to preventing and treating Kidney Stones.  In this episode, you'll find out:

—The different types of Kidney Stones and how correctly identifying which one you have is important for how it is treated.
—Why Fiber is important for preventing Kidney Stones. And how switching chronic Kidney Stone patients from White Bread to Whole Grain Bread reduced the number of Kidney Stones by 50%.
—Why Dr. Prather describes High Fructose Corn Syrup as "Kidney Stone forming material". And why the Southeastern U.S. is called "The Kidney Stone Belt".
—How Dr. Prather as a Chiropractor will often have patients coming to him for low back pain when the real cause of the discomfort is Kidney Stones for about 20% of those patients.
—Why Dr. Prather says getting your body more Alkaline is "one of the important things you can possibly do" since Acidic urine is the cause of 80-90% of Kidney Stones. And the brand of water Dr. Prather recommends for proper hydration.
—The "magic formula" for most Kidney Stones. And the herb (which even Dr. Prather has difficulty pronouncing) that is "like the magic Kidney Stone dissolver".
—The importance of having a Hair Analysis done for Kidney Stones. And why Dr. Prather says those with high Cadmium are "guaranteed" to have Kidney Stones and "not just one a year".
—The story of a man who called into Dr. Prather's office ready to commit suicide because of chronic Kidney Stones. And how the recommendation of Lemon water and Magnesium Citrate cleared up his issue without him ever even coming into the office.
—How Apple Cider Vinegar is "one of the best medicines" for Kidney Stones that prevents Kidney Stones and can "completely dissolve" Kidney Stones when taken regularly over a period of time.
—What you can do at home for a Kidney Stone. And how Acupuncture, Auriculotherapy, and an IV Therapy Hydration bag can provide "amazing relief" for Kidney Stone pain.

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Hip Replacement surgeries are growing at a rate of 10% per year. But Dr. Prather says that proper Structure-Function Care can help people avoid Hip Surgery, delay surgery for years, and even help those who have already had surgery. In this episode, you'll learn:

—How Osteoarthritis is the #1 cause of Hip Replacements. And 40 million Americans have Osteoarthritis, including 80% of those over the age of 50.
—How NonSteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) can temporarily help the pain, but will make the problem worse by dissolving the cartilage in the joint.
—How Hip Surgeries have "dramatically" improved over the years with increased patient satisfaction rates. But, you will still be considered permanently disabled after a Hip Replacement.
—The natural products that work better than drugs to help with joint pain, including Glucosamine and Chondroitin.
—The Vitamins, Minerals, and Herbals that are beneficial for joint health.
—Why a combination of Chiropractic and Physical Therapy makes things go so much better for a patient.
—The difference that treatments like Orthotics, Acupuncture, Dry Needling, Decompression, Ultrasound, Electrical Stimulation, and Diathermy can make for patients with Hip problems.
—Why Dr. Prather calls the Rapid Release treatment "absolutely wonderful for Trigger Points" and has "been like a miracle" for patients. And the Chinese Liniments that are "highly recommended" to relieve pain.
—What an exam for Hip Problems should include. And why good Imaging is important to figure out exactly what is going on, so the right treatment plan can be made.
—The surprising connection between gut issues and hip degeneration.

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We are in the final week of our 4-part series on Cancer, the #2 killer in America.   And this week, we share the steps you can take to prevent Cancer.  In this episode, we talk about:

—How Smoking is the main habit that can be changed to prevent Cancer.  And why Dr. Prather says second-hand smoke is “even worse" than primary smoke.
—The n immediate change Dr. Prather recommends to smokers regarding the type of cigarette they are smoking.
—Why Homeopathy, Acupuncture, and Auriculotherapy are "very successful" treatments at Holistic Integration to help smokers break their addiction.
—The role of Obesity as a contributor to Cancer, including hormonal changes that can lead to certain types of Cancer.
—How the Body Composition Analysis test at Holistic Integration is more accurate than BMI in determining a patient's body fat percentage.
—Why alcohol consumption contributes to Cancer.  And why Dr Prather says that alcoholics need their nutritional deficiencies corrected before they will be able to stop drinking.
—The importance of keeping a patient's Liver enzymes in the right range to "dramatically" increase their chances of surviving Cancer.  And why Dr. Prather is against patients trying to do Liver Detox programs they find online and without proper guidance.
—How Dr. Prather estimates only 5% of Cancers are genetically-determined, but 65% of cases are determined by diet and nutrition.
—Why getting an annual stool kit to screen for infections and parasites that contribute to Cancer is so important.
—Plus, you'll hear the inspiring story of Joe, who "feels great" after being diagnosed with Stage 4 Colon Cancer 2 years ago and was originally being told by his oncologist that he only had 6 months to 2 years left.

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We are in Week 3 of our 4-part series on Cancer, the #2 killer in America.   Early diagnostics have helped reduce the death rate from Cancer.  In this episode, you'll discover:

—Why Dr. Prather says that diagnostics are even more important in the Structure-Function Health Care than in Disease Care.
—The story of the oncologists who are surprised at how early Holistic Integration is able to detect certain types of Cancer that are usually not found until they are far more developed.
—How Dr. Prather has over 600 hours of studying bloodwork, while the typical Medical Doctor has 15 hours of study in their education.
—Why Liver Enzymes are so important in Cancer Diagnostics.  And how Dr. Prather says keeping those levels where they should be actually helps patients to be able to complete their Chemotherapy and Radiation treatments.
—The reason Dr. Prather does not recommend Coffee Enemas and instead offers his patients a safer and more gentle form of detoxification.
—The astonishingly low percentage of patients who first come into Holistic Integration who have the right lab test values for their Liver and their Immune system.
—Why tumor markers are important in Cancer diagnostics and in evaluating care.  And why Dr. Prather tests for these more often than most Oncologists do.
—The importance of Hair Analysis to determine Heavy Metals in the body that can lead to Cancer.  And the worst toxin for Cancer, which was found in Agent Orange and passed onto the daughters of Vietnam Veterans who were exposed to it.
—How 80% of the immune system is found in the gut, which is best tested through a stool kit.  And the stories of Cancer patients who were helped because of the toxins, parasites, and infections detected in their stool kit.
—The Micronutrients blood test that Dr. Prather recommends to all of his Cancer patients, which can help both in the prevention of Cancer and increasing someone's odds of surviving it.

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We are in Week 2 of our 4-part series on Cancer, the #2 killer in America.  Dr. Prather talks about why Structure-Function Care and Disease Care must work together to get the best outcomes for patients.  In this episode, you'll find out:

—How Holistic Integration's Structure-Function approach helps support patients going through Cancer treatments by keeping the body healthy and in homeostasis.
—The story of the oncologist who called Dr. Prather about a terminal Prostate Cancer patient to ask what was being done to his patient because his PSA numbers were improving so dramatically.
—The importance of Iodine for Breast Cancer and Fibrocystic Breasts  And how it has been shown to be effective for Prostate Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and other types of Cancer as well.
—Why Vitamin D is critical for Cancer and plays a huge role in our immune system.  And how Dr. Prather finds very few patients come in with proper Vitamin D levels.
—The reason Dr. Prather refers to distilled water as "Cancer water".  And why you shouldn't drink too much alkaline water because Cancer cells are extremely alkaline.
—The herbals that have anti-Cancer properties and are excellent for detoxification and for boosting the immune system.
—Why an evaluation of nutritional deficiencies should be done to prevent and fight Cancer.  And why Anemia is something that should be taken seriously and can impact the survival rate from Cancer by 50%.
—How Estrogen dominance can kick off Breast Cancer and Uterine Caner in Women.  And how almost all Prostate Cancers come from Estrogen dominance.
—The astonishing story of the experiment Dr. Prater did as a student where rats who ate Wonder Bread "lost their hair, couldn’t decide what sex they were, ate their young, and society just fell apart."
—How Cancer patients who receive Acupuncture have 85% fewer symptoms and their fatigue levels are much les because "Acupuncture recharges the cells in the body".
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This week, we begin a 4-part series on the #2 killer in America.  Statistically, 4-in-10 people will develop Cancer.  In this episode, you'll learn:

—How 98% of your cells are re-made every 7 years.  And it's when your cellular growth is out of control that Cancer develops.
—The 5 factors that must be present for Cancer to develop:  low Oxygenation, a weakened immune system, generic damage ,the presence of poisons or toxins, and a pH change.
—The most common forms of Cancer for women and men.  And which forms of Cancer are the most deadly.
—Why Asians in America are the least likely of any racial group to get Cancer.
—The connection between Fluoride and Cancer in Children.
—Why the "worst place" to find Cancer is in the skeletal structure.
—How Dr. Prather encouraged Lisa to stop using black hair dye because of the increased Cancer risk.
—Why Dr. Prather says that only 5-10% of people are genetically set for Cancer, with 90-95% of all Cancers being preventable.  And how 65% of Cancer prevention is found in the diet, especially Fiber.
— How Stomach Cancer used to be the deadliest form of Cancer due to the Helicobacter Virus, but has now dropped to #7 because of improved hygiene.
—The role that Structure-Function Care should play alongside Disease Care to give Cancer patients the best possible outcomes.

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This week, we conclude our 4-part series on the #1 killer by talking about how to prevent Cardiovascular Disease.  In this episode, you'll find out:

—Why Dr. Prather says that preventing Cardiovascular Disease should be a top priority of every office providing holistic care, being responsible for one-out-of-every-three deaths.
—How proper diagnostics are the key to preventing Cardiovascular deaths.  And why you should seek diagnostics from a Structure-Function Care perspective.
—When you should start being screened for Cardiovascular Disease.  And why Dr. Prather is finding that it is earlier than recommended.
—How there was an 85% improvement in outcomes and 60% reduction in costs when Blue Cross/Blue Shield HMO did a trial that featured Structure-Function Care as the primary health care model.  
—Why Dr. Prather gets better patient results from External CounterPulsation (ECP) Therapy than what the ECP researchers are seeing.
—The reason Dr. Prather says that the bodies of those who are triathletes and marathon runners are "a wreck".  
—Why Dr. Prather says how deep you breathe indicates how long you will live.  And why some patients complain that Dr. Prather breathes too heavy!  
—How it is harder to pump blood through fat than through muscle.  And how obesity impacts Cardiovascular Disease.
—The greater importance of fat percentage, not just weight, when it comes to a healthy and sustainable weight loss.  
—The importance of inflammation as the true cause of Cardiovascular Disease, not Cholesterol, in Dr. Prather's view.  And how doctors are often surprised when Dr. Prather helps patients to no longer require Blood Pressure medication.  

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Original air date:  12-27-2025

The FDA classifies all health care as either Structure-Function Care or Disease Care.  This week, we focus on the Structure aspect of Structure-Function Care.  In this episode, we talk about:

—How Structure affects Function and Function affects Structure.  And why doing just Structural Care alone or Functional Care alone will not achieve the same patient results compared to when they are combined.
—The "Righting Reflex" that puts the body into an up and down alignment.  And how your health will deteriorate rapidly—even leading to death—if this alignment is off.
—Why Dr. Prather says putting the Atlas in proper position is the most important thing he can do for a person's health and well-being.
—The importance of the supine leg length check to check the health of the body, which Dr. Prather finds that 80% of people have a discrepancy in their length length.  And how dying people have a greater length length imbalance.
—How Dr. Prather says "maybe" 2-3% of the people are in good shape Structurally.  And why it's best for patients to get both Structural and Functional support at the same place.
—The thorough diagnostics used by Holistic Integration that "hits it from every single angle" to accurately measure a patient's posture and prove that the proper changes have been made.
—Why patients come from other states and even other countries for the "precise and gentle" Atlas Orthogonal adjustment offered at Holistic Integration, with Dr. Prather being the only Board Certified Atlas Orthogonal Chiropractor in the state of Indiana.
—Dr. Prather's own story about how the Atlas Orthogonal adjustment helped him to get over Graves' Disease as a young man, which then inspired his entire career.
—Why an Atlas adjustment needs to hold at least three months for healing to occur, with most Holistic Integration patients holding it for at least a year.   
—How Holistic Integration practices an alignment philosophy of Chiropractic adjustment versus the 80% of the industry which uses a mobilization philosophy.

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Weight loss is the number one New Year's resolution people make.  But when you have done everything right and still can't shed the weight, oftentimes the problem is hormonal.  In this episode, you'll discover:

—How the hormones have a regulatory influence on your weight.
—The influence outside chemicals (such plastics or food additives) have on our hormonal balance.
—The link between a man's hormones and prostate cancer, erectile dysfunction, and obesity.
—Why taking testosterone for low testosterone (which impacts both men and women) can actually make the problem WORSE and result in even lower testosterone.
—The reason why men's hormones are much easier to balance compared to women.
—The huge influence of the liver (which Dr. Prather calls an "endocrine balancer") in analyzing your hormonal balance.
—Why your chances of getting cancer are SIX TIMES greater if you are overweight due to your hormones.
—How fat itself produces imbalances in your hormones.
—Why Dr. Prather believes 98% of patients would be harmed by pharmaceutical hormone replacement therapy or biodentical hormones. (And the subtle, safer, and natural adjustment they need instead to balance their hormones.
—The reason why Dr. Prather insists on thorough lab testing for his weight loss patients.

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