The Voice of Health with Dr. Robert Prather

Too many patients and health care professionals believe that antibiotics solve almost anything and are a cure-all. Unfortunately, that belief has led to a health care crisis where antibiotics are overused when there are more appropriate and more effective alternatives. In this episode, you'll learn:

--Why Dr. Prather calls antibiotics "a precious resource that we are destroying" by over-prescribing. And why he says we should respect antibiotics more to make sure the next generation still has them.

--That, in 2010, there were 258 million antibiotic courses ordered out of 309 million people. (That's 833 antibiotics for every 1000 people!)

--That the Centers for Disease Control has a goal to reduce antibiotic use by one-third and want to make it easier for doctors to tell the patients "No" when it comes to antibiotic prescriptions.

--Why children are three to six times MORE likely to get infections if they wrongly receive antibiotics.

--How Homeopathy was effective in fighting Cholera epidemics. And why Homeopathy can get faster results than an antibiotic in relief of symptoms.

--How herbal medications were the most effective remedy when the SARS outbreak occurred in China. And the herbals you should always have in your medicine cabinet (especially for parents with young children who are looking for a safe and gentle option).

--How Vitamins and Minerals fight infections. For example, Vitamin C along with an antibiotic makes the antibiotic 50% more effective.

--Why Chiropractic adjustments help fight infections.

--How 85% of Cancer patient complaints are resolved if the patients are undergoing Chiropractic and Acupuncture treatments at the same time.

--How Antibiotics actually destroy the good bacteria in the gut and why Probiotics are necessary for anyone on Antibiotics.

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Too many patients and health care professionals believe that antibiotics solve almost anything and are a cure-all. Unfortunately, that belief has led to a health care crisis where antibiotics are overused when there are more appropriate and more effective alternatives. In this episode, you'll learn:

--Why Dr. Prather calls antibiotics "a precious resource that we are destroying" by over-prescribing. And why he says we should respect antibiotics more to make sure the next generation still has them.

--That, in 2010, there were 258 million antibiotic courses ordered out of 309 million people. (That's 833 antibiotics for every 1000 people!)

--That the Centers for Disease Control has a goal to reduce antibiotic use by one-third and want to make it easier for doctors to tell the patients "No" when it comes to antibiotic prescriptions.

--Why children are three to six times MORE likely to get infections if they wrongly receive antibiotics.

--How Homeopathy was effective in fighting Cholera epidemics. And why Homeopathy can get faster results than an antibiotic in relief of symptoms.

--How herbal medications were the most effective remedy when the SARS outbreak occurred in China. And the herbals you should always have in your medicine cabinet (especially for parents with young children who are looking for a safe and gentle option).

--How Vitamins and Minerals fight infections. For example, Vitamin C along with an antibiotic makes the antibiotic 50% more effective.

--Why Chiropractic adjustments help fight infections.

--How 85% of Cancer patient complaints are resolved if the patients are undergoing Chiropractic and Acupuncture treatments at the same time.

--How Antibiotics actually destroy the good bacteria in the gut and why Probiotics are necessary for anyone on Antibiotics.

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3 out of 4 children experience ear infections by the age of 3--which can lead to learning disorders and hearing loss. But Dr. Prather points out that ear infections should not be a normal part of childhood if a child has a strong immune system. In this episode, you'll find out:

--What causes ear infections. And why bacterial infections are usually only the cause of about 20% of ear infections, with most infections being viral.

--Why keeping the Eustachian Tube open is the key to preventing ear infections and also a key to preventing sinus and upper-respiratory infections.

--How the muscle of the Eustachian Tube is the same material as the small intestine, making gut health crucial to stopping ear infections (and 80% of your immune system).

--Why the angles of a child's Eustachian Tune make children more susceptible to ear infections than adults.

--The reason why Dr. Prather recommends pregnant women (and women trying to get pregnant) get their gut health in order so they can help prevent future ear infections in their children.

--Why a baby with colic is likely to get ear infections. And the correlation between antibiotics and learning disabilities such as ADD and ADHD.

--The shocking research on the effectiveness (or ineffectiveness) of antibiotics for ear infections and how children are three times as likely to develop future ear infections if they receive antibiotics.

--The natural approaches to ear infections, including how Dr. Prather manually opens up the Eustachian Tubes on both children and adults to provide immediate relief. Plus, the role of Chiropractic adjustments and Diathermy.

--How Tinnitus and Vertigo in adults are associated with the Eustachian Tubes even though adults do not get ear infections at the rate of children.

--The Homeopathics, Herbals, and Supplements that are most helpful for Ear Infections and perfect for children since they have zero side effects.

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3 out of 4 children experience ear infections by the age of 3--which can lead to learning disorders and hearing loss. But Dr. Prather points out that ear infections should not be a normal part of childhood if a child has a strong immune system. In this episode, you'll find out:

--What causes ear infections. And why bacterial infections are usually only the cause of about 20% of ear infections, with most infections being viral.

--Why keeping the Eustachian Tube open is the key to preventing ear infections and also a key to preventing sinus and upper-respiratory infections.

--How the muscle of the Eustachian Tube is the same material as the small intestine, making gut health crucial to stopping ear infections (and 80% of your immune system).

--Why the angles of a child's Eustachian Tune make children more susceptible to ear infections than adults.

--The reason why Dr. Prather recommends pregnant women (and women trying to get pregnant) get their gut health in order so they can help prevent future ear infections in their children.

--Why a baby with colic is likely to get ear infections. And the correlation between antibiotics and learning disabilities such as ADD and ADHD.

--The shocking research on the effectiveness (or ineffectiveness) of antibiotics for ear infections and how children are three times as likely to develop future ear infections if they receive antibiotics.

--The natural approaches to ear infections, including how Dr. Prather manually opens up the Eustachian Tubes on both children and adults to provide immediate relief. Plus, the role of Chiropractic adjustments and Diathermy.

--How Tinnitus and Vertigo in adults are associated with the Eustachian Tubes even though adults do not get ear infections at the rate of children.

--The Homeopathics, Herbals, and Supplements that are most helpful for Ear Infections and perfect for children since they have zero side effects.

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This week, we're joined by Brian Banister of The Prather Practice (Dietetic Technician, Registered) who formerly worked for the Denver Broncos as a Chef Nutritionist (where he fed Peyton Manning!). In this episode, discover:

--Why everyone needs a Nutrition Consult to evaluate their diet and how it impacts their health. And why an INDIVIDUAL approach to each patient is important for proper recommendations.

--How lab-work and a tool called Electrodermal Screening (EDS) help patients find the EXACT supplements that work best for them.

--Why a weekly menu and recipes are included in a Nutritional Consult at The Prather Practice. And how an Anthropometric Analysis helps you target your ideal weight.

--Why you especially need a Nutritional Consult if you are Diabetic, if you are Overweight, if you are an Underweight Cancer patient, or if you have a family history of Hypertension or Kidney Disease.

--The HCG "fast track" diet in The Prather Plan Weight Loss Program for patients who want to lose large amounts of weight in a quick and healthy manner.

--How elevated Cortisol levels from stress are directly related to increased fatty tissue.

--Why supplementation is almost ALWAYS needed, even for those who are eating healthy.

--That dehydration is a problem for most people and how much water we SHOULD be drinking. And why sodas and caffeine have a dehydrating effect on the body.

--How following a Gluten-Free Diet when you don't have a Gluten allergy can actually deprive you of B-Vitamins. How the low-carb Atkins Diet can cause your body to go ketogenic and lead to muscle-wasting. And how the Paleo Diet is a "clean" diet because it cuts out packaged and processed foods.

--The ALCAT Food allergy test at The Prather Practice to determine if you have any food allergies or sensitivities.

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This week, we're joined by Brian Banister of The Prather Practice (Dietetic Technician, Registered) who formerly worked for the Denver Broncos as a Chef Nutritionist (where he fed Peyton Manning!). In this episode, discover:

--Why everyone needs a Nutrition Consult to evaluate their diet and how it impacts their health. And why an INDIVIDUAL approach to each patient is important for proper recommendations.

--How lab-work and a tool called Electrodermal Screening (EDS) help patients find the EXACT supplements that work best for them.

--Why a weekly menu and recipes are included in a Nutritional Consult at The Prather Practice. And how an Anthropometric Analysis helps you target your ideal weight.

--Why you especially need a Nutritional Consult if you are Diabetic, if you are Overweight, if you are an Underweight Cancer patient, or if you have a family history of Hypertension or Kidney Disease.

--The HCG "fast track" diet in The Prather Plan Weight Loss Program for patients who want to lose large amounts of weight in a quick and healthy manner.

--How elevated Cortisol levels from stress are directly related to increased fatty tissue.

--Why supplementation is almost ALWAYS needed, even for those who are eating healthy.

--That dehydration is a problem for most people and how much water we SHOULD be drinking. And why sodas and caffeine have a dehydrating effect on the body.

--How following a Gluten-Free Diet when you don't have a Gluten allergy can actually deprive you of B-Vitamins. How the low-carb Atkins Diet can cause your body to go ketogenic and lead to muscle-wasting. And how the Paleo Diet is a "clean" diet because it cuts out packaged and processed foods.

--The ALCAT Food allergy test at The Prather Practice to determine if you have any food allergies or sensitivities.

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Acupuncture has been in existence for over 5,000 years. More people have probably been treated with Acupuncture than any other treatment. In this episode, find out:

--How almost all Acupuncture patients fall asleep during treatment.

--Why Acupuncture needles are painless (rounded on the end, not sharp, and thin as a hair).

--The non-needle Acupuncture options for those who are still afraid of needles (including powder, laser, and electrical options).

--Why Acupuncture beats Cortizone shots for pain relief and treating inflammation.

--The World Health Organization and National institutes of Health research that shows Acupuncture effective in treating anxiety, depression, insomnia, abdominal issues, sinusitis, tinnitus, PMS, and headaches.

--Hear from a patient who had "immediate relief" from Acupuncture for a sinus infection.

--The 80% success rate Dr. Prather sees in patients dealing with infertility and the role of Acupuncture.

--How Acupuncture can help students score better on exams (and why it works better than anti-anxiety drugs).

--How Acupuncture can help with Parkinson's Disease, Stroke Recovery, and Cancer patients (including an 80% decrease in complaints from patients on chemotherapy and radiation).

--Why Acupuncture is an effective treatment for addiction issues, including nicotine.

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Acupuncture has been in existence for over 5,000 years. More people have probably been treated with Acupuncture than any other treatment. In this episode, find out:

--How almost all Acupuncture patients fall asleep during treatment.

--Why Acupuncture needles are painless (rounded on the end, not sharp, and thin as a hair).

--The non-needle Acupuncture options for those who are still afraid of needles (including powder, laser, and electrical options).

--Why Acupuncture beats Cortizone shots for pain relief and treating inflammation.

--The World Health Organization and National institutes of Health research that shows Acupuncture effective in treating anxiety, depression, insomnia, abdominal issues, sinusitis, tinnitus, PMS, and headaches.

--Hear from a patient who had "immediate relief" from Acupuncture for a sinus infection.

--The 80% success rate Dr. Prather sees in patients dealing with infertility and the role of Acupuncture.

--How Acupuncture can help students score better on exams (and why it works better than anti-anxiety drugs).

--How Acupuncture can help with Parkinson's Disease, Stroke Recovery, and Cancer patients (including an 80% decrease in complaints from patients on chemotherapy and radiation).

--Why Acupuncture is an effective treatment for addiction issues, including nicotine.

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Golfing, Tennis, Baseball, and Softball season is here, which means more injuries. Dr. Prather says about half of his patients have some sort of shoulder or arm condition, many of whom have given up on finding relief from past injuries. In this episode, we talk about:  


--Why Dr. Prather has about a 90% success rate with shoulder and arm issues, even getting improvement in situations like Rheumatoid Arthritis that have severe damage.

--How the combination of a broad array of treatments offered at The Prather Practice is the key to their successful results.  

--How to reduce your chance of having surgery from 25% to 2%, plus have better outcomes compared to the surgical option. (Hint: Which doctor you see FIRST makes all the difference.)

--Why Structure-Function health care is vital for those with repetitive motion injuries, such as athletes. And the difference between Passive Care and Active Care, BOTH of which are necessary for patients.

--How Acupuncture is an excellent anti-inflammatory and stimulates healing (even eliminating scar tissue both externally and internally). And why Acupuncture is a better option for pain relief than addictive opioid drugs.  

--The "Rapid Release” tool (nicknamed "the muscle mower") that helps break up scar tissue and muscle tension in a relaxing way that patients love.

--How patients benefit from treatments such as Diathermy, Ultrasound, Electrical Stimulation, Auriculotherapy, and Microcurrent.

--How "Trigger Points" can cause pain and dysfunction. Plus, the Trigger Point therapies Dr. Prather uses to provide relief to his patients.

--Why it is so important for patients to be supervised when doing precise rehabilitation exercises in the Active Care phase of treatment.

--Why Dr. Prather finds Carpal Tunnel is more often than not Palmaris Longis Syndrome. And how Dr. Prather is able to help his patients find a more effective alternative to surgery.

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Golfing, Tennis, Baseball, and Softball season is here, which means more injuries. Dr. Prather says about half of his patients have some sort of shoulder or arm condition, many of whom have given up on finding relief from past injuries. In this episode, we talk about:  

--Why Dr. Prather has about a 90% success rate with shoulder and arm issues, even getting improvement in situations like Rheumatoid Arthritis that have severe damage.

--How the combination of a broad array of treatments offered at The Prather Practice is the key to their successful results.  

--How to reduce your chance of having surgery from 25% to 2%, plus have better outcomes compared to the surgical option. (Hint: Which doctor you see FIRST makes all the difference.)

--Why Structure-Function health care is vital for those with repetitive motion injuries, such as athletes. And the difference between Passive Care and Active Care, BOTH of which are necessary for patients.

--How Acupuncture is an excellent anti-inflammatory and stimulates healing (even eliminating scar tissue both externally and internally). And why Acupuncture is a better option for pain relief than addictive opioid drugs.  

--The "Rapid Release” tool (nicknamed "the muscle mower") that helps break up scar tissue and muscle tension in a relaxing way that patients love.

--How patients benefit from treatments such as Diathermy, Ultrasound, Electrical Stimulation, Auriculotherapy, and Microcurrent.

--How "Trigger Points" can cause pain and dysfunction. Plus, the Trigger Point therapies Dr. Prather uses to provide relief to his patients.

--Why it is so important for patients to be supervised when doing precise rehabilitation exercises in the Active Care phase of treatment.

--Why Dr. Prather finds Carpal Tunnel is more often than not Palmaris Longis Syndrome. And how Dr. Prather is able to help his patients find a more effective alternative to surgery.

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