Essentials of Healthy Living

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Holiday and post-holiday blues and mood disorders including anxiety and phobias Sep 28, 2026

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Dana Laake and her special guests Albert Mensah, MD, and Judith Bowman, MD, will be discussing holiday and post-holiday blues and mood disorders including anxiety and phobias. 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.

Optimizing Blood Sugar Balance with Functional Foods and the Benefits of Krill Oil Sep 28, 2026

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Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Joseph Evans will be discussing how to optimize blood sugar balance with functional foods and the benefits of krill oil. Dr. Evans is a senior pharmaceutical scientist with extensive expertise in metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, inflammation, and oncology. He has special knowledge in the areas of natural product pharmacology, including antioxidants and polyphenolic compounds. Dr. Evans has more than 40 original research papers, reviews, and patents to his name, and serves as a reviewer for more than 30 scientific journals. He is a member of the Xymogen Medical Board of Advisors.

The cutting-edge biomedical approach to treating the underlying deficiencies and symptoms of ADHD and autism. Sep 28, 2026

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Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dana Laake will be discussing the cutting-edge biomedical approach to treating the underlying deficiencies and symptoms of ADHD and autism. Dana Laake is a licensed nutritionist who has provided preventive and therapeutic medical nutrition services for over 25 years. Her practice includes nutritional evaluation and treatment of the full spectrum of health issues affecting children and adults. Dana holds a Master's degree in nutrition from the University of Maryland and is the co-author of The Kid Friendly ADHD and Autism Cookbook.

The Use of Branched Chain Amino Acids in Cancer and Anti-Aging Mar 17, 2013

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Dana Laake and her special guest Victoria Wood will be discussing the use of branched-chain amino acids in cancer and anti-aging. Victoria Wood, MPH, RD, CNS, has been practicing Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for over 25 years. She specializes in designing programs for optimal genetic expression for a wide array of conditions.

Women’s Health and Menopausal Support Mar 10, 2013

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Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Joseph J. Lamb, MD, will be discussing women’s health and menopausal support. Dr. Lamb is Director of Intramural Clinical Research at The Functional Medicine Research Center for Metagenics. He works with patients to create optimal health by using functional medical approaches including lifestyle modification, herbal and nutritional therapies, and cognitive therapy. He's also active in community service and frequently invited to lecture on integrative health topics ranging from pain management and healthy aging to women's health and complementary cancer care.

Diet and Supplements to Support Healthy Cholesterol Levels Feb 17, 2013

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Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Gaetano Morello will be discussing diet and supplements to support healthy cholesterol levels. Gaetano Morello, BSc., ND, is a naturopathic physician practicing in West Vancouver, Canada. For the past 15 years, Dr. Morello has been training and educating physicians, pharmacists and health experts on the scientific use of natural medicines in the fields of cardiology, immunology, gastroenterology, anti-aging and detoxification. Dr. Morello is an author, lecturer and regular contributor to numerous publications as well as a contributing author to Textbook of Natural Medicine, a definitive text on natural medicine.

Drug-Free Nutrient Therapy to Heal Brain Imbalances Feb 10, 2013

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Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dr. William Walsh will be discussing drug-free nutrient therapy to heal brain imbalances. William Walsh, Ph.D., founded The Walsh Research Institute in June 2008 with the aim of continuing his research efforts into a range of mental disorders, and training doctors around the world in advanced nutritional treatment of these disorders. Dr. Walsh was the founder and chief scientist of the Health Research Institute in 1982, and Pfeiffer Treatment Center in Naperville, IL in 1989, where individualized nutrient therapy has been provided to more than 14,000 patients with behavior disorders, ADHD, learning problems, autism, depression, and schizophrenia. Dr. Walsh has authored over 200 scientific articles and reports and made numerous presentations on his research.

The Benefits of IncrediBraces for Circulation and Pain Support. Jan 27, 2013

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Host Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Jackson Corley will be discussing the benefits of IncrediBraces for circulation and pain support. In 2008, Dr. Jackson Corley, a certified chiropractor and extreme-sports enthusiast, was mountain biking in Upper Bidwell Park. He crashed and fell down a 15-foot ravine, herniating five discs and severely injuring his legs. In lieu of surgery, he invented special socks called Incredisocks and a back brace called the Incredibrace using materials that vastly improved blood and oxygen flow and relieved his pain. He’s since modified the Incredibrace to include wrist and knee braces. In less than two years on the market, his Incrediwear products are catching fire worldwide.

Importance of Magnesium Sulfate for Healthy Living Jan 20, 2013

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Host Dana Laake and her special guests Warren Chambers and Dr. Arthur J. Sumrall, MD, will be discussing the importance of magnesium sulfate for healthy living. Over the past 30 years, Warren Chambers has formulated several personal care products that have gained prominence in the industries of Professional Sports Medicine and Health & Beauty. Dr. Sumrall is the founder of the Longevity Institute of Indiana and primarily practices in dermatology and wellness medicine. Warren Chambers and Dr. Sumrall co-developed Magsoothium – a magnesium sulfate-based formulation, which comes in the form of a cream, spray or crystals, and helps to soothe aching muscles, rejuvenate damaged skin and promote general wellness.

Healthy Blood Sugar Balance Jan 13, 2013

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Host Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dallas Cloutre, Ph.D., will be discussing healthy blood sugar balance. Dr. Clouatre earned his A.B. from Stanford University and his Ph.D. from the University of California at Berkeley. A Fellow of the American College of Nutrition, he is a prominent industry consultant, author of numerous books and a sought-after speaker. Dr. Clouatre is the New Product Development & Marketing Consultant for Jarrow Formulas.

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