Episodes

In this episode we dive into the world of functional health and discuss Functional Neurology with our special guest Freddy Garcia, director of operations at the Carrick Institute for Neuroscience and a clinical neuroscientist with more than a decade of experience. Dr. Garcia is a leader in education and travels the world teaching other doctors, in various specialties, the latest in functional neurology. We discuss his journey that led him to where he is today as a leader in functional neurolog...

In this week's episode we tackle headlines from the month in research and have a candid analysis and discussion around each article. This is a common in office discussion that our team naturally has and we figured we would do an episode reflecting our common discussion and insight of the various headlines. There is so much research being published each day, week, and month. What influences which ones reach the media outlets and the public eye? Is it their significance? Is it their financial ti...

In this week's episode we tackle headlines from the month in research and have a candid analysis and discussion around each article. This is a common in office discussion that our team naturally has and we figured we would do an episode reflecting our common discussion and insight of the various headlines. There is so much research being published each day, week, and month. What influences which ones reach the media outlets and the public eye? Is it their significance? Is it their financial ti...

From Dance Floors to the Doctor's Doors: Ketamine's Emerging Role in Mental Health... In this episode we have on a special guest, friend and colleague, Dr. Spencer Zimmerman, to discuss the world of Ketamine. Dr. Zimmerman calls Idaho home where he runs a clinic that serves people both locally as well as from across the country. He has a unique back ground with his specialties in functional neurology, peptide therapy, ketamine therapy and functional medicine and he uses this unique understand...

From Dance Floors to the Doctor's Doors: Ketamine's Emerging Role in Mental Health... In this episode we have on a special guest, friend and colleague, Dr. Spencer Zimmerman, to discuss the world of Ketamine. Dr. Zimmerman calls Idaho home where he runs a clinic that serves people both locally as well as from across the country. He has a unique back ground with his specialties in functional neurology, peptide therapy, ketamine therapy and functional medicine and he uses this unique understand...

With a Masters in Psychology and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Dr. Luz Maria brings a deep and engaging conversation to the world of mental health and ways to maintain and build strong relationships. In our conversation we discuss the patterns in mental health, from anxiety to depression to post traumatic stress disorder and then discuss one of Dr Luz Maria's specialties and passions, relationship and intimacy health. Dr Luz Mario brings her wealth of knowledge to discuss what her ideal integr...

With a Masters in Psychology and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Dr. Luz Maria brings a deep and engaging conversation to the world of mental health and ways to maintain and build strong relationships. In our conversation we discuss the patterns in mental health, from anxiety to depression to post traumatic stress disorder and then discuss one of Dr Luz Maria's specialties and passions, relationship and intimacy health. Dr Luz Mario brings her wealth of knowledge to discuss what her ideal integr...

The world of Dysautonomia and all the various symptoms and conditions that fall under this broad heading, can leave people impacted by it, feeling miserable, defeated and like their world is limited due to their inability to properly function within it. Dysautonomia is an umbrella term used to described disorders related to the autonomic nervous system (ANS). The ANS serves as an automatic/unconscious control system for our brain and the nervous system making sure our body has a stable environm...

The world of Dysautonomia and all the various symptoms and conditions that fall under this broad heading, can leave people impacted by it, feeling miserable, defeated and like their world is limited due to their inability to properly function within it. Dysautonomia is an umbrella term used to described disorders related to the autonomic nervous system (ANS). The ANS serves as an automatic/unconscious control system for our brain and the nervous system making sure our body has a stable environm...

In the world we live in today it feels like we are being bombarded by more and more chemicals in our food, cosmetics and various household items. As if eating healthy is not hard enough already, now add the challenge of reviewing the chemical impact of the items you use as you get ready each day or as you cook and clean your home. The goal of this episode is to not overwhelm but provide some starter level education on the potential chemical burden of some of your common daily products and allow ...

In the world we live in today it feels like we are being bombarded by more and more chemicals in our food, cosmetics and various household items. As if eating healthy is not hard enough already, now add the challenge of reviewing the chemical impact of the items you use as you get ready each day or as you cook and clean your home. The goal of this episode is to not overwhelm but provide some starter level education on the potential chemical burden of some of your common daily products and allow ...

Anxiety impacts a large portion of our population and it can look and take different forms in various segments of the population. Traditionally, anxiety and panic attacks are what most think about when they hear anxiety but it can also include avoidance and OCD like behaviors and more. Our perspective to mental health and anxiety includes various approaches and considerations and it is why we have a multidisciplinary team and approach in our practice for our community. At the end of the day, th...

Anxiety impacts a large portion of our population and it can look and take different forms in various segments of the population. Traditionally, anxiety and panic attacks are what most think about when they hear anxiety but it can also include avoidance and OCD like behaviors and more. Our perspective to mental health and anxiety includes various approaches and considerations and it is why we have a multidisciplinary team and approach in our practice for our community. At the end of the day, th...

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, MCAS for short, is likely something you may not have heard of but can guarantee you know someone that is impacted by the complexity of this diagnosis and all its potential symptoms. Unfortunately, there is a strong chance that your healthcare provider may also not be aware of this diagnosis and how many of your symptoms may be connected and due to MCAS. Mast Cell Activation Syndrome is estimated to impact 17 to 20% of the population and is a relatively new diagnos...

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, MCAS for short, is likely something you may not have heard of but can guarantee you know someone that is impacted by the complexity of this diagnosis and all its potential symptoms. Unfortunately, there is a strong chance that your healthcare provider may also not be aware of this diagnosis and how many of your symptoms may be connected and due to MCAS. Mast Cell Activation Syndrome is estimated to impact 17 to 20% of the population and is a relatively new diagnos...

Love it or hate it, the world of weight loss is a growing one as well as the discussion around it. We are seeing the need for weight loss solutions and strategies increase over the years as well as seeing stubborn weight loss become more common. What is the reason behind this pattern of weight gain? In this episode we dive in and cover the often over simplified basics of weight gain and expand the discussion and bring in layers to the physiology and hormones that may be leading to the stubborn w...

Love it or hate it, the world of weight loss is a growing one as well as the discussion around it. We are seeing the need for weight loss solutions and strategies increase over the years as well as seeing stubborn weight loss become more common. What is the reason behind this pattern of weight gain? In this episode we dive in and cover the often over simplified basics of weight gain and expand the discussion and bring in layers to the physiology and hormones that may be leading to the stubborn w...

In this episode, Female Hormones, we jump in and look at all aspects surrounding these wonderful hormones. Estrogens and Progesterone are often the only discussed female hormones but testosterone, pregnenolone, dhea-s all play a vital role in female hormone health. Female Hormones provide a great physiological benefit, from supporting tissues for growth and repair to neurological health and protection. In this episode we touch on the main female hormones, what is a "normal" monthly pattern so ...

In this episode, Female Hormones, we jump in and look at all aspects surrounding these wonderful hormones. Estrogens and Progesterone are often the only discussed female hormones but testosterone, pregnenolone, dhea-s all play a vital role in female hormone health. Female Hormones provide a great physiological benefit, from supporting tissues for growth and repair to neurological health and protection. In this episode we touch on the main female hormones, what is a "normal" monthly pattern so ...

Detoxification, also known as biotransformation, too often can be over simplified and made "gimmicky" by many wanting to simplify an incredibly deep and complicated process. This process of taking chemicals and eliminating them from our cells, tissues and circulation and moving them out of our body is incredibly important and when it becomes problematic can lead to numerous health issues that are not always immediately correlated with impaired detox. Some providers and health coaches like to sel...

Detoxification, also known as biotransformation, too often can be over simplified and made "gimmicky" by many wanting to simplify an incredibly deep and complicated process. This process of taking chemicals and eliminating them from our cells, tissues and circulation and moving them out of our body is incredibly important and when it becomes problematic can lead to numerous health issues that are not always immediately correlated with impaired detox. Some providers and health coaches like to sel...

In Episode 10, We dive into the world of Neurobehavioral disorders, from Autism, ADHD, OCD, Tourettes. We touch on the difference between acquired brain injuries to developmental disorders. Currently, up to 1/5 kids under seven have been or will be diagnosed with a neurobehavioral or developmental disorder. This number has been growing and increasing at an alarming rate with no slow down in sight. During the scope of this podcast we discuss what are some essential tools that can be added to th...

In Episode 10, We dive into the world of Neurobehavioral disorders, from Autism, ADHD, OCD, Tourettes. We touch on the difference between acquired brain injuries to developmental disorders. Currently, up to 1/5 kids under seven have been or will be diagnosed with a neurobehavioral or developmental disorder. This number has been growing and increasing at an alarming rate with no slow down in sight. During the scope of this podcast we discuss what are some essential tools that can be added to th...

In Episode 9 I sit down and have the pleasure of interviewing NHL Alumni and recently retired American Airlines Captain, Al Secord. Over the last couple of years we have been fortunate to get to know Al off the ice and he is by far one of our favorite people to sit down with and chat. From hockey to health, Al is honest and passionate about everything he touches in life and this makes for great conversation as well as life perspective. Drafted in the first round of the NHL draft, 16th overall,...