Essentials of Healthy Living

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The increased interest in local, sustainable food systems. They will also discuss formulas that support kids' health for this back-to-school season. Sep 28, 2026

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Dana Laake and her special guest Buddy Ojeda, CN, will be discussing the increased interest in local, sustainable food systems. They will also discuss formulas that support kids' health for this back-to-school season. Buddy Ojeda is a Certified Nutritionist, health educator and MegaFood’s Eastern Regional Educator. Buddy has worked in the dietary supplement industry since 1996. He has a broad understanding of natural health topics and is often called upon to discuss issues related to immune health, joint disorders, essential fatty acids, Traditional Chinese Medicine, cardiovascular health and energy management. He also has expertise in sleep disorders, stress reduction, digestive health concerns and energy medicine, as well as diet, lifestyle and the correct use of nutritional supplements.

The teenage brain and how individualized nutrient therapies repair chemical imbalances. Sep 28, 2026

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Dana Laake and her special guests Albert Mensah, MD, and Judith Bowman, MD, will be discussing the teenage brain and how individualized nutrient therapies repair chemical imbalances. Drs. Mensah and Bowman co-founded Mensah Medical near Chicago, IL. Both family practice physicians have undergone extensive training by William J. Walsh, Ph.D., founder of the Pfeiffer Treatment Center and Health Research Institute. Drs. Mensah and Bowman consult with physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other health care professionals, and lead annual physician training in orthomolecular medicine. The dedicated team of Mensah Medical is committed to understanding the individual needs and critical issues of their patients.

The importance of getting chlorophyll rich foods and superfoods Sep 28, 2026

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Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Shanti Albani will be discussing the basics of anti-aging. Dr. Shanti Albani, a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, has certifications in herbal medicine and bioidentical hormone replacement. She had a primary care practice for many years in Mexico in the small town of San Miguel de Allende. She also owned a health food store where she held trainings on health and nutrition for the general public. While living in Mexico, Dr. Albani worked for a country-wide bioidentical hormone replacement company and trained physicians in the use of bioidentical hormones. She currently lives in Florida and works for Life Extension as a Clinical Trainer.

How to optimize your health and reach your ultimate potential by being your own guru Oct 13, 2013

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Dana Laake and her special guest Abel James will be discussing how to optimize your health and reach your ultimate potential by being your own guru. Abel James is a #1 bestselling author, award-winning talk show host, keynote speaker, professional musician, and entrepreneur. Abel's work has been featured in WIRED, Paleo Magazine, and hundreds of media outlets in business, technology, psychology, and health.

The Basics of Anti-Aging Sep 29, 2013

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Homeopathy for bumps and bruises from school sports, cough, cold and flu, stress and sleep disorders, growing pains in teenagers, and acne. Sep 22, 2013

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Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Christophe Merville, D. Pharm., will be discussing homeopathy for bumps and bruises from school sports, cough, cold and flu, stress and sleep disorders, growing pains in teenagers, and acne. Since 1990, Christophe Merville has been the Director of Education and Pharmacy Development for Boiron, the world’s leading manufacturer of homeopathic medicines. Dr. Merville has created training programs, both online and in print, for pharmacists and retailers on homeopathy and medicine.

Benefits of Probiotic Supplementation Sep 15, 2013

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Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Donald Brown will be discussing the benefits of probiotic supplementation. Dr. Donald Brown is naturopathic physician and widely respected authority on the safety and efficacy of dietary supplements and evidence-based natural medicine. Dr. Brown is the founder and director of Natural Product Research Consultants in Seattle, WA. Founded in 1990, the organization has provided consulting for companies in the natural product and pharmaceutical industries as well as education for health care professionals. Maintaining an impressive portfolio of corporate and private clients, Dr. Brown is also a highly respected author, editor, and lecturer.

The truth behind gluten and how to power up your mitochondria. Aug 25, 2013

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Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dr. Joe Pizzorno will be discussing the truth behind gluten and how to power up your mitochondria. Dr. Joseph E. Pizzorno, ND, is one of the world's leading authorities on science-based natural medicine. A physician, educator, researcher and expert spokesperson, Dr. Pizzorno is founding president of Bastyr University, America's largest and most successful accredited institution of natural medicine. Licensed as a naturopathic physician in Washington State since 1975, he has been the recipient of numerous awards and honors for his academic, professional and public affairs leadership. Dr. Pizzorno is the author of Total Wellness and co-author of the internationally acclaimed physician's reference Textbook of Natural Medicine. Among his many affiliations, Dr. Pizzorno serves as a board member for the Institute for Functional Medicine and is a contributor to developing the Functional Medicine model.

Dr. Susan Blum's new book The Immune System Recovery Plan: A Doctor’s 4-Step Program to Treat Autoimmune Disease. Aug 18, 2013

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Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dr. Susan Blum will be discussing her new book The Immune System Recovery Plan: A Doctor’s 4-Step Program to Treat Autoimmune Disease. Dr. Susan Blum, an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Preventive Medicine at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, has been treating, healing and preventing chronic diseases for nearly two decades. She is passionate about identifying and addressing the root causes of chronic illness through the groundbreaking whole body approach known as Functional Medicine. Through Dr. Blum’s medical practice, education efforts, writing, research, and advocacy, she empowers her patients to treat the underlying causes of illness and disease.

The recent media coverage about the omega-3 and prostate cancer study. Aug 11, 2013

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Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Duffy MacKay will be discussing the recent media coverage of a study that suggests a higher risk of prostate cancer among men who eat omega-3 fatty acids. Dr. MacKay leads Scientific and Regulatory Affairs for the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), the leading trade association representing dietary supplement manufacturers and ingredient suppliers. Dr. MacKay also serves on several advisory and editorial boards including the American Botanical Council, and the United States Pharmacopeia. Dr. MacKay maintains a part-time practice where he assists patients with integrating naturopathic medicine into their lives to support health, wellness, and chronic disease management.

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