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Conversations for Health

By: Designs For Health
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  • Welcome to Conversations for Health, the podcast dedicated to engaging discussions with industry experts, exploring evidence-based, cutting-edge research, and practical tips. Our mission is to empower you with knowledge, debunk myths, and provide you with clinical insights. Join Evelyne weekly for insightful, in-depth interviews and deep dives into evidence-based, emerging research. Immerse yourself in the current landscape of Functional Medicine with an irresistible line-up of industry leaders.
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Episodes
  • Optimizing Prostate Health and Boosting Testosterone Naturally with Dr. Geo Espinosa

    Optimizing Prostate Health and Boosting Testosterone Naturally with Dr. Geo Espinosa
    Jun 12 2024
    Dr. Geo Espinosa is a renowned Naturopathic and Functional Medicine doctor specializing in urology and men's health. He has over two decades of experience and has provided care to thousands of men, addressing various urological and male health issues, from sexual dysfunction and low testosterone to different prostate conditions, including cancer. Leveraging natural therapeutics and integrative medicine based on rigorous clinical and scientific research, he and his team strive to offer the most up-to-date information and treatments. As a faculty member at the NYU Langone Department of Urology, Dr. Espinosa collaborates with some of the world's leading urologists. Dr. Geo is the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and formulator at the male-focused nutraceutical company XY Wellness, LLC and its sister company Mr. Happy. He is the co-founder and producer of the popular male health website, DrGeo.com, and the popular urological and male-focused podcast, The Dr. Geo Podcast. As an avid researcher and writer, Dr. Geo has authored numerous scientific papers and books, including co-editing the Integrative Sexual Health book, and author of the best-selling prostate cancer book: Thrive, Don’t Only Survive. Together Dr. Geo and I address some of the most commonly asked questions regarding men’s health, from testosterone levels to prostate cancer prevention and the impact and potentially negative effects of testosterone replacement therapy on fertility and sperm production. Dr. Geo highlights ways to boost testosterone naturally, including nutraceuticals and lifestyle choices, and underscores the importance of recent findings from research addressing high levels of testosterone replacement therapy. He offers baseline screening advice for practitioners who are not specialized in men's health, insights into the key differences between prostatitis and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and shares his approach to treating nocturia, or excessive nighttime urination. This conversation is filled with clinical pearls and insights into the world of prostate health. I’m your host, Evelyne Lambrecht, thank you for designing a well world with us. Episode Resources: Dr. Geo Espinosa - https://drgeo.com/ Designs for Health - https://www.designsforhealth.com/ Clinical Study: Geranylgeraniol Supplementation May Benefit Males With Low Testosterone - https://americanrivernutrition.com/geranylgeraniol-supplementation-may-benefit-males-with-low-testosterone-clinical-study/ Nutrition Blog: The Biochemistry of Ashwagandha - https://www.casi.org/biochemistry-of-ashwagandha Science Update: New review demonstrates the role of ashwagandha in male infertility - https://www.casi.org/node/746 Nutrition Blog: Zinc - One of the Major Influencers of Male Fertility - https://www.casi.org/node/1109 Lifestyle Vlog: Magnesium for Men’s Health - https://www.casi.org/patient-blog/magnesium-for-men-s-health Research Blog: Boron – Not Boring at All - https://www.casi.org/node/790 Research Blog: Natural Ways to Boost Testosterone - https://www.casi.org/natural-ways-to-boost-testosterone Visit the Designs for Health Research and Education Library which houses medical journals, protocols, webinars, and our blog. https://www.designsforhealth.com/research-and-education/education Chapters: 00:00 Intro. 02:06 Dr. Geo explains how the field of men’s health chose him and has continued to fascinate him. 05:36 An overview of the role of testosterone, how and where in the body it’s made, and common process interruption points. 08:47 Nutrients that Leydig cells need in order to effectively produce testosterone. 10:26 Lab markers and hormones, in addition to total testosterone, that Dr. Geo looks for in a new patient. 14:12 Dr. Geo’s recommendations for clomiphene, a drug that is used to stimulate the production of testosterone. 15:58 Considerations and cautions for testosterone hormone replacement therapy and levels for SHGB and DHT. 21:41 Testosterone metabolism measurements and the utilization of DIM and chrysin to address high estrogen levels. 22:58 The impact and potentially negative effects of testosterone replacement therapy on fertility and sperm production. 29:11 Findings from research addressing high levels of testosterone replacement therapy. 30:16 Ways to boost testosterone naturally include tonkadale, ashwagandha, and fenugreek. 31:37 Lifestyle changes that can increase testosterone levels including improved sleep and exercise. 35:32 Controversy around PSA (prostate-specific antigen) testing for prostate health and prostate cancer screening. 38:58 Unraveling the numbers behind PSA density, 4k scores, and IsoPSA testing when screening for prostate cancer. 42:41 Baseline screening advice for practitioners who are not specialized in men's health. 44:49 Dr. Geo’s advice for prostate cancer prevention through healthy lifestyle choices and formulated nutraceuticals. 52:39 Insights and key differences...
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Stimulating the Vagus Nerve Function with Dr. Navaz Habib

    Stimulating the Vagus Nerve Function with Dr. Navaz Habib
    Jun 5 2024
    Dr. Navaz Habib is the bestselling author of Activate Your Vagus Nerve and the newly released Upgrade Your Vagus Nerve. He is also the host of ‘The Health Upgrade Podcast’. After graduating as class valedictorian from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2010 he went on to practice traditional chiropractic for years until he utilized the power of functional medicine to transform his own health. Dr. Habib is the founder of ‘Health Upgraded’, an online functional health consulting clinic, supporting optimal health by elevating the awareness and function of the Vagus nerve. Together Dr. Habib and I dive into the details of the Vagus nerve, including what exactly it is, how Vagus nerve function is assessed, and tools that practitioners can utilize to optimize Vagus nerve health in their patients or clients. We discuss common conditions and symptoms that can be linked to Vagus nerve dysfunction and the four major possible causes that can lead to Vagus nerve dysfunction including daily, physical, biochemical, and psychological stressors. Dr. Habib highlights the critical role of breath and breathing in Vagus nerve stimulation as well as the importance of reducing stressors, engaging gut function, engaging in stress-reducing psychological therapy, exercise and recovery, and managing daily emotional and psychological stressors to optimize this lesser-known but critical component of optimal health. I’m your host, Evelyne Lambrecht, thank you for designing a well world with us. Episode Resources: Dr. Navaz Habib - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/drnavazhabib Truvaga - https://www.truvaga.com/ gammaCore - https://www.gammacore.com/ Designs for Health - https://www.designsforhealth.com/ Research Blog: Probiotics and the Vagus Nerve – a New Frontier for Psychiatric Conditions - https://www.casi.org/node/892 Science Update: Recent Review Explores Relationship Between Pain Perception and the Gut Microbiome - https://www.casi.org/node/1567 Research Blog: The Supportive Role of L-Glutamine in Mental Health and Gut Health - https://www.casi.org/Supportive-Role-L-Glutamine-Mental%20Health-Gut-Health Blog: Lifestyle Choices for Cardiovascular Wellness: The Latest Clinical Research - https://www.casi.org/lifestyle-choices-cardiovascular-wellness-latest-clinical-research Visit the Designs for Health Research and Education Library which houses medical journals, protocols, webinars, and our blog. https://www.designsforhealth.com/research-and-education/education Chapters: 00:00 Intro. 01:54 What is the Vagus nerve and what do all practitioners need to know about it? 04:30 Dr. Habib’s personal health journey brought him into the functional medicine world. 06:43 The body-brain connection and the afferent and efferent fibers of the Vagus nerve. 10:14 The influence of the Vagus nerve on the balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic. 12:28 Is the Vagus nerve actually the problem or the symptom? 15:01 Common conditions and symptoms that can be linked to Vagus nerve dysfunction. 18:43 Four possible causes that can lead to Vagus nerve dysfunction including daily, physical, biochemical and psychological stressors. 26:00 Dr. Habib’s approach to assessing Vagus nerve function and HRV signals as recommendations for when to push and when to recover. 30:10 Variables and measurements to consider when recommending HRV tools. 32:48 Tactics for improving heart rate variability and Vagus nerve function. 36:46 Expected results from the electric stimulation of the cervical trunk of the Vagus nerve. 39:00 A comparison of the Truvagu and GammaCore nerve stimulator devices. 40:35 Dr. Habib highlights case studies of using electrical stimulation in his practice. 46:40 Three key recommendations for Vagus nerve stimulation at home. 53:25 Enhancing breath control through daily practices of humming, gargling, chanting, and singing. 57:25 Advances in Vagus nerve research and inflammation. 59:51 Dr. Habib personal favorite supplements, top health practices that keep him resilient and healthy, and the daily health practice that he has changed his mind about.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • How to Approach Brain Health After Traumatic Brain Injuries with Simone Fortier

    How to Approach Brain Health After Traumatic Brain Injuries with Simone Fortier
    May 29 2024
    A highly regarded lecturer, teacher, and innovative fascia therapist, Simone Fortier is also the author of How to Beat Brain Burps (an exercise-based way for children to ignite all facets of their brain for streamlined learning) and Gaining Control Over Pain which contains eleven secret healing therapies that patients can practice in their own time. As an acclaimed International Concussion Teacher and ADHD Consultant, her expertise extends far beyond the realms of traditional therapy. Simone is a Fascia Treatment and Course creator, whose results have been hailed as transformative by professionals across the globe, from the elite spheres of NHL, MLB, and NFL athletes to the precision-driven world of Olympic competitors. Simone sees the bigger picture and works backward. Knowing that treating the symptom of a problem will lead to continuous treatments without resolution, she teaches us to get to the root cause of the problem to create permanent change. Sought after in the four corners of the world, Simone's mission has always been to help people. Now, with her expertise in high demand, she travels the world to share her knowledge with Health Practitioners and Advanced strength Coaches so that their clients and athletes will have access to true fascia therapy and the ability to find real brain-boosting and pain-healing solutions in their own locations. Together Dr. Simone and I discuss traumatic brain injury, brain health, ADHD, and specifically, healing in the 20% of people who do not heal from traumatic brain injuries within 4 weeks. Simone has personal experience with ADHD, traumatic brain injuries, and chronic pain, and has dedicated her professional life to serving those with brain injuries through systems that optimize healing with supplements that get the brain out of fight or flight mode. In our conversation, she underscores the danger of picking and choosing which supplements to take each day and highlights key components of her systematic approach to treating neurotransmitter issues. Simone also touches on the importance of attending to the fascia and offers simple techniques to engage the fascia for optimal health. I’m your host, Evelyne Lambrecht, thank you for designing a well world with us. Episode Resources: Dr. Simone Fortier Simone's Brain Health Assessment Designs for Health Nutrition Blog: Can Taurine Support Neurological Health? Nutrition Blog: The Association of Vitamin D and ADHD in Children Research Blog: Taurine’s Impact on Stress and Mental Health Research Blog: The Potential Role of the GABAergic System in ADHD Development Visit the Designs for Health Research and Education Library which houses medical journals, protocols, webinars, and our blog. Chapters: 00:00 Intro. 02:22 Simone’s personal experience with ADHD, traumatic brain injuries, and chronic pain. 06:18 Simone’s head injury systems and supplement collaboration with Designs for Health. 07:40 80% of people heal from brain injuries within 4 weeks, but what options are available for the other 20%? 10:52 ADHD does not develop as a result of brain injury, rather it is a genetic condition that people are born with. 14:07 Simone’s approach to treating brain injuries with higher supplemental doses that get the brain out of fight-or-flight mode. 20:10 The danger of picking and choosing which supplements to take each day. 25:48 Key components of Simone’s systematic approach to treating neurotransmitter issues. 29:42 Reasons that supplemental blends may compete rather than optimize performance. 33:40 Success stories of Simone’s systems for injured athletes who have been self-medicating. 35:55 Highlights from Simone’s current research regarding nutrient deficiencies and genetics. 40:11 Forward head posture and other physical aspects that are impacting the fascia. 44:44 Simone’s long-time fascial work and approach to engaging the fascia to open up. 48:58 Nutrition and timing of taurine supplements to help the 20% that don’t heal from brain injuries. 50:51 Simone’s changing perspective on nutrition and the importance of supplements, her personal favorite supplements, and her preferred health practices.
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    58 mins
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