In this insightful episode, we welcome back Sally K. Norton, MPH—internationally recognized as the Ivy League nutritionist and acclaimed author of Toxic Superfoods: How Oxalate Overload Is Making You Sick and How to Get Better. With nearly two years since her last appearance, this conversation dives deeper into the hidden…
oin host Matt Rayner as he welcomes Dr. Julie Merriman—a counselor with over three decades of experience, registered play therapist, and bestselling author—to discuss burnout, compassion fatigue, nervous system healing, and how midlife women can reclaim joy, passion, and vitality. In this candid and actionable conversation, Julie explains the science…
In this enlightening episode of The Wellness Institute of Dallas, we sit down with Dr. Kelly Ruef, licensed naturopathic doctor and clinical educator for Precision Analytical, the creators of the Dutch Test. Together, we dive into the complex world of female hormones, with a focus on navigating perimenopause, menopause, and…
Welcome to the first episode of 2026 from The Wellness Institute of Dallas—an eye-opening conversation that could transform your approach to healing! In this can't-miss installment, Dr. Matt Rayner (DC) and Dr. Nutt (DC) dive deep into a topic that's often overlooked, yet powerful: the role of faith in health…
Is your home making you sick? In this eye-opening episode of The Wellness Institute of Dallas, Dr. Rayner DC, sits down with renowned indoor environmental expert Michael McNatt to unpack the hidden threats of mold and mycotoxin illness—and most importantly, what you can do to protect yourself and your family.…
In this compelling follow-up episode, we take a deep dive into one of the most pervasive and controversial chemicals in our environment today—glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup. Building on previous discussions about microplastics and PFAS, we explore what glyphosate is, how it came to dominate farming practices, and its…
This episode features a fascinating conversation with Dr. Kendall Stewart, a pioneer in integrating functional medicine, genetics, and neurology. Dr. Stewart shares his journey from traditional ear, nose, and throat surgery to championing holistic patient care, where nutrition, preparation, and cellular health take center stage in both surgical outcomes and…
Episode Overview In this powerful episode, Dr. Matt sits down with Andi Lew, acclaimed author, wellness presenter, and advocate, for an eye-opening discussion on Breast Implant Illness (BII). Drawing on her decades of experience and personal journey—as chronicled in her bestselling book, Treasured Chest: Exposing Explants and Empowering You—Andi exposes…
This episode jumps into the world of our chemical environment and touches on the most invasive intruders to our health. In part 1 of a 2 part discussion, we dive deep into the world of Microplastics and Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (we will keep it PFAS) for short since it…
In this episode we jump in and address why someone can have optimal levels of hormones on labs but still not see or feel the results of "so called" optimal hormones. Unfortunately, the majority of people get prescribed hormones and yet the provider does not address: 1-Why their hormones were…
In this episode on Gut Health, we dive deep on the the importance of a great functioning gut, what's is normal and what happens when it starts to break down and become problematic. Most commonly known as leaky gut, intestinal permeability is the more accurate and the term that will…
We’re Back! Kicking Off Season 3 with Energy, Insight & Transformation We’re thrilled to be back for Season 3, and we’re not just returning—we’re coming back with inspirational energy and more than just healthcare knowledge. Too often in healthcare, we focus solely on giving medical advice. We listen to patients,…
In our latest episode, we dive in with serial entrepreneur, author, mindset expert, and biohacking enthusiast, Rob Coats. Rob has a contagious energy that easily uplifts those around him. I first met Rob back in July during a trip to Fort Lauderdale for a health conference. I was immediately drawn…
In this episode we invite a long time friend and colleague onto the show to share her journey as a provider in the health field but more importantly as a creator and visionary. Her energy is uplifting and her passion to empower those around her is contagious.
In this episode we feature a special guest, Sally K. Norton, MPH, The Ivy-League Nutritionist. Author of the books "Toxic Superfoods: How Oxalate Overload is Making You Sick-and How to Get Better" and "Data Companion to Toxic Superfoods". (@sknorton https://sallyknorton.com ) In our episode we dive into how Sally began…
In this episode we interview a colleague and local entrepreneur that I hold tremendous respect for. A new business opening during the chaos of COVID and all the hurdles that comes with a new business, our guess walks us through what helped him get through this to where he is…
In this episode we have special guest, Freddie Garcia, to discuss the health paradigm of functional neurology. Dr. Freddy Garcia (DC, MS, DACNB, FACFN, FABES) is the director of operations at the Carrick Institute for Neuroscience and a clinical neurologist with more than a decade of experience. He is an…
In this episode we dive into the top health headlines for the month and have a candid discussion related to each subject.
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…
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…
In this episode we dive into the world of anxiety and how our multidisciplinary team approaches this very important area of healthcare.
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