You’ve probably heard of Restless Leg Syndrome, a condition that creates discomfort and unrest in your legs. But what causes it, and even more importantly, how can you minimize it? 

In today’s episode, we discuss Restless Leg Syndrome: what it is, what causes it, and how to mitigate symptoms. We share a few dietary and lifestyle changes you can make to ease your symptoms and improve your sleep.

If you’re suffering from Restless Leg Syndrome, you won’t want to miss this episode.

What’s in this episode:

• What Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) is and what it feels like
• What causes and exacerbates RLS
• How acupuncture can help minimize symptoms of RLS
• Which vitamins and minerals can reduce RLS symptoms
• Lifestyle and diet changes you can make to help with RLS 

For full show notes, resources and links head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/

The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Subscribe and stick around to hear doctor recommendations and insight into why you’re having health challenges in the first place (and what to do about it!) You have more power to change your health than you realize. Get to know us more by connecting with us on our website (www.vitalhealthcda.com) or on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/vitalhealthcda).

*Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional. 

There’s a lot of misinformation when it comes to butter. The war on saturated fats over the past seven decades has really given butter a bad name. The truth is that butter is great for you. It’s long overdue time that we erase the stigma around this essential part of your diet.

In today’s episode, we’re discussing the many benefits of butter, including why it improves certain health conditions, how it provides essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals, and why it’s important to buy the best quality butter that you can access.

 So ditch the vegetable oils and margarine and add butter to your diet. Your health will thank you.

What’s in this episode:

• Why butter is good for you
• How demonizing saturated fats has made people unjustifiably concerned about eating butter
• Plentiful vitamins, minerals, nutrients, and essential fatty acids found in butter
• Why cholesterol is an essential component of our health
• How your muscles, organs, and other bodily functions are helped by butter
• Why margarine creates havoc in your body
• How butter can help with certain health conditions
• Which butter is best for you to buy

For full show notes, resources and links head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/

The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Subscribe and stick around to hear doctor recommendations and insight into why you’re having health challenges in the first place (and what to do about it!) You have more power to change your health than you realize. Get to know us more by connecting with us on our website (www.vitalhealthcda.com) or on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/vitalhealthcda).

*Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional.

Do you feel like your bladder may be overactive? If you find yourself using the restroom far too many times during the day and overnight, you may be suffering from an overactive bladder. Another problem we see when it comes to your bladder is urinary incontinence.

Both of these bladder challenges can be quite annoying for those who are suffering. In this episode, we’re breaking down what an overactive bladder and urinary incontinence are. You’ll hear about how you can holistically support your bladder with food and supplements plus why you might consider acupuncture as a way to support your urinary system. 

What’s in this episode:

• What an overactive bladder is
• The causes of an overactive bladder
• What stress incontinence is and the 4 types
• How acupuncture helps with bladder mechanisms
• How nutrition affects the urinary system
• Supplements and your bladder

For full show notes, resources and links head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/

The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Subscribe and stick around to hear doctor recommendations and insight into why you’re having health challenges in the first place (and what to do about it!) You have more power to change your health than you realize. Get to know us more by connecting with us on our website (www.vitalhealthcda.com) or on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/vitalhealthcda).

*Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional.

Have you ever heard of peripheral neuropathy? This is a disease that results in the loss of nerve function. It can have a big impact on your body and quality of life. This condition shows up on the outside of your body, more often than not, it's the toes and fingers that have a loss of sensation.

The symptoms can often be quite annoying, although typically intermittent at first before developing into a more constant state. In this episode, we’ll be breaking down exactly why people experience peripheral neuropathy and the effects it has on them. You’ll get insight into what contributes to this disease and how you can treat it from a clinical and holistic standpoint. 

What’s in this episode:

• What peripheral neuropathy is and its effects on your body
• What can lead to peripheral neuropathy
• Toxicities that can contribute to this nervous system condition
• How nutrition affects peripheral neuropathy
• What you should know about alcohol-induced peripheral neuropathy
• Blood sugar and its correlation to peripheral neuropathy
• How acupuncture can help with peripheral neuropathy

For full show notes, resources and links head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/

The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Subscribe and stick around to hear doctor recommendations and insight into why you’re having health challenges in the first place (and what to do about it!) You have more power to change your health than you realize. Get to know us more by connecting with us on our website (www.vitalhealthcda.com) or on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/vitalhealthcda).

*Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional.

I’m sure you’ve probably heard of the “curse of women” which is also known as the female menstrual cycle. But have you heard of the “curse of men”? This is a lesser-talked-about organ that can greatly impact the overall health of men, also known as the prostate. 

In this episode, we’re diving into this male-specific organ and the vital role it plays in men’s health. You’ll hear about the risk factors that can affect the prostate, symptoms that can arise to warn you that your prostate may be experiencing some challenges and advice on how to improve the health of your prostate. 

What’s in this episode:

• The “curse of men” as it relates to the prostate
• What the prostate is (and how only men have it)
• Prostate challenges and the symptoms that come along with them
• Risk factors for prostate issues
• How to improve your prostate health
• How your diet can support a healthy prostate 

For full show notes, resources and links head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/

The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Subscribe and stick around to hear doctor recommendations and insight into why you’re having health challenges in the first place (and what to do about it!) You have more power to change your health than you realize. Get to know us more by connecting with us on our website (www.vitalhealthcda.com) or on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/vitalhealthcda).

*Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional.

The brain gut connection is so real. Remember the last time you had to get up to do a speech in front of an audience or take a critical test, did you have that butterfly in your stomach feeling? Or worse yet, experience any gastrointestinal issues such as diarrhea?

In this episode, we’re talking about the brain gut connection and how this plays out in your daily life. You’ll get insight into how these two systems work together within your body and what steps you can take if you’re having gut or brain issues, as there is a close correlation between the two. 

What’s in this episode:

• The connection between your gut and brain
• How stimulus and drugs affect the brain gut connection
• How the gut has more neurons / brain cells than your actual brain or spine
• How digestive disorders can be blamed on the brain
• Why you have to heal your gut first
• What you can do to help heal your gut and brain
• How to test inflammatory foods

For full show notes, resources and links head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/

The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Subscribe and stick around to hear doctor recommendations and insight into why you’re having health challenges in the first place (and what to do about it!) You have more power to change your health than you realize. Get to know us more by connecting with us on our website (www.vitalhealthcda.com) or on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/vitalhealthcda).

*Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional.

You have more power than you think when it comes to taking control of your health. It’s important to know that you have the freedom to choose how you approach your health care, including the practitioners you see, the treatments you undergo, and the medications you take.

In today’s episode, we’re discussing health freedoms and you can take charge to gain health independence. The state of your health starts with you. You have control over the food you eat, the movement you engage in, how much sleep you get, and how you handle your stress.

By reclaiming your power, you can better stay ahead of symptoms and employ preventative behaviors to keep yourself healthy. It’s more important than ever to be responsible on a deeper level for the health decisions that you make.

What’s in this episode:

• The freedom to choose the practitioners you work with and the treatments you receive
• Why you should research and be knowledgeable about the care you choose
• Accepting responsibility for the condition of your health
• Noticing trends in your lab work and making a conscious effort to stay on top of your health
• Seeking out a doctor who can work with you on your health in a holistic way
• Using your common sense when researching opposing viewpoints
• How gaining control over your health starts with the decisions that you make at home
• Taking the time to address stress and get adequate rest

For full show notes, resources and links head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/

The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Subscribe and stick around to hear doctor recommendations and insight into why you’re having health challenges in the first place (and what to do about it!). You have more power to change your health than you realize. Get to know us more by connecting with us on our website (www.vitalhealthcda.com) or on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/vitalhealthcda).

*Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional. 

Think about the last time you were at the store. Remember the infinite amount of creams, salves, lotions and potions on the shelves? With so many brands and options to choose from,  why are so many people still suffering from skin disorders and conditions? 

In this episode, we’re discussing the underlying causes that bring about most skin conditions and skin disorders. You’ll get a deeper insight into what foods and other things in your daily life that could be causing skin irritation. We explain how to improve skin health by addressing the root causes and supporting your skin with good food and natural remedies. 

What’s in this episode:

• Why a lot of skin solutions don’t provide lasting relief
• The underlying causes of most skin disorders
• Irritants that can trigger your skin disorder
• How you can support your skin with food
• Natural ways to improve your skin 
• What acupuncture does to help your skin health

For full show notes, resources and links head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/

The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Subscribe and stick around to hear doctor recommendations and insight into why you’re having health challenges in the first place (and what to do about it!) You have more power to change your health than you realize. Get to know us more by connecting with us on our website (www.vitalhealthcda.com) or on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/vitalhealthcda).

*Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional. 

Chronic digestive symptoms can make life pretty miserable. Constipation or diarrhea that comes on at the wrong time can put a big damper in your day. We’ve all been accustomed to some pretty big myths about what a normal bowel movement is so we’ll be debunking that. 

In this episode, we’re chatting about chronic digestive symptoms and inflammatory bowel diseases. We explain what happens that causes people bowel problems, what normal bowel movements look like and what to expect from your daily stools. You’ll also get insight into what can help you have more regular and effective bowel movements and untraining yourself from constipation. 

What’s in this episode:

• Why people have problems with their bowel movements
• What a normal bowel movement looks like
• Signs to look out for in your stools
• What causes constipation
• Disorders caused by food 
• Why you need to cap off water at 100 oz
• The factors that contribute to diarrhea 
• Inflammatory bowel diseases to be aware of 
• How to do an elimination diet to decipher what your body is sensitive to
• How to untrain yourself to be constipated
• How acupuncture can help inflammatory bowel diseases

For full show notes, resources and links head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/

The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Subscribe and stick around to hear doctor recommendations and insight into why you’re having health challenges in the first place (and what to do about it!) You have more power to change your health than you realize. Get to know us more by connecting with us on our website (www.vitalhealthcda.com) or on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/vitalhealthcda).

*Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional.

We can’t stop aging, but we can take steps to prevent one of its most recognizable and notorious side effects: cognitive decline. While much of Alzheimer’s disease is genetic, there are still ways to improve your cognitive function now and prevent decline later in life.

In this episode, we’re talking about the causes and effects of Alzheimer’s. We’re explaining the common risk factors, and we’re sharing how your diet and medication use might increase your chances of developing dementia. Plus, we’re sharing a few lifestyle changes you can make now to prevent developing Alzheimer’s down the line.

What’s in this episode:

• What Alzheimer’s disease is and how common it is across age groups
• What causes Alzheimer’s and common risk factors
• How head trauma increases your risk of developing Alzheimer’s
• What happens in a brain afflicted with Alzheimer’s
• How glucose and fats affects the brain
• What to do if you notice early signs of Alzheimer’s or dementia
• How certain medications can increase your risk of Alzheimer’s
• How to exercise your brain and body in order to prevent cognitive decline
• How acupuncture can help prevent Alzheimer’s and dementia

For full show notes, resources and links head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/

The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Subscribe and stick around to hear doctor recommendations and insight into why you’re having health challenges in the first place (and what to do about it!) You have more power to change your health than you realize. Get to know us more by connecting with us on our website (www.vitalhealthcda.com) or on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/vitalhealthcda).

*Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional.