Essentials of Healthy Living

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Cardiovascular Health for Women Sep 28, 2026

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Host Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Deanna Minich will be discussing cardiovascular health for women. Deanna Minich, PhD, FACN, CNS is Vice President for Research & Development Communications for Metagenics. She has published over 15 articles in peer-reviewed, scientific journals, and has published three books on nutrition. At Metagenics, Dr. Minich's numerous responsibilites include research and innovation, formulation, investigation, education and communication, as well as counseling patients at the Functional Medicine Research Center.

Women's holistic health Sep 28, 2026

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Host Dana Laake and her special guest Keri Marshall, MS, ND, will be discussing women’s holistic health. Keri Marshall is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor who specializes in holistic pediatrics and women's medicine. She has published several scientific papers and magazine articles, written a book on proteins and amino acids, and appears regularly on nationally syndicated radio shows. She sees patients at Village Green on Wednesdays.

Positive psychology and goal setting Sep 28, 2026

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Host Dana Laake and her special guest Caroline Adams Miller will be discussing positive psychology and goal setting. Caroline Adams Miller is an internationally known coach, author and speaker on the topic of goal accomplishment and its connection with happiness. Her book, Creating Your Best Life: The Ultimate Life List Guide, is the first to explain how the new science of positive psychology intersects with goal setting research to help people set and achieve life goals.

How nutrition habits influences our hormones Sep 28, 2026

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Host Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dr. Natasha Turner will be discussing how nutrition habits influence our hormones. Dr. Natasha Turner, ND, is one of Canada’s leading naturopathic doctors and natural health consultants. Her main interests are hormonal issues, weight management, preventative health and digestive concerns. Dr. Turner is the best-selling author of The Homone Diet and The Supercharged Hormone Diet. She is a regular contributor to various magazines and television programs as a natural health expert.

Integrative nutrition Oct 16, 2011

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Host Dana Laake and her special guest Rebecca Snow will be discussing integrative nutrition. Rebecca Snow, MS, CNS, LDN, RH (AHG), is a practicing nutritionist and herbalist. Her passion for using foods and herbs to support health was sparked in 1998, leading her to study at the Dreamtime Center and later at the Tai Sophia Institute. In her practice, she has gained a wealth of clinical experience with complex health concerns. Rebecca has played an integral role in the launch of the Master of Science in Nutrition and Integrative Health program at Tai Sophia and currently serves as the program director.

Proper nutrition for optimal sports performance and injury prevention Sep 25, 2011

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Host Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dr. Steven Horwitz will be discussing proper nutrition for optimal sports performance and injury prevention. Steven Horwitz, DC, is a certified chiropractic sports physician, strength and conditioning specialist, and a coach for USA Weightlifting. He has worked with elite athletes, serving as the only chiropractor for the 1996 US Olympic team. He is particularly interested in reaching as many young athletes as possible.

Lyme Disease: Facts and Myths Sep 18, 2011

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Host Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Norton Fishman will be discussing Lyme Disease: Myth and Facts. Dr. Norton Fishman, MD, FACP, CNS, is a renowned specialist in diagnosing and treating Lyme disease. He founded Optimal Health Physicians in 2001, having practiced internal medicine for over 35 years. He is dedicated to the best use of conventional medicine, alternative and natural choices, nutritional medicine and leading-edge technology. In addition to being board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine, he is a Certified Nutrition Specialist and holds a Diplomat in Anti-Aging/Longevity Medicine. Dr. Fishman is a recognized expert and speaker in the fields of integrative medicine, nutrition and anti-aging medicine.

Systemic and digestive enzymes and the benefits of raw, whole food nutrition Sep 11, 2011

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Host Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Jay Bugai will be discussing systemic and digestive enzymes and the benefits of raw, whole food nutrition. Jay Bugai, CSN, is an educator with Garden of Life, a leader in whole food nutrition. He has recently toured the country with Jordan Rubin, author of Perfect Weight America and The Raw Truth.

Antioxidants – new research to maximize your health Aug 28, 2011

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Host Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Cheryl K. Burdette, ND, will be discussing Antioxidants – new research to maximize your health. Cheryl K. Burdette, ND combines her perspective with that of M.D.s, D.O.s, and dieticians to provide a synergistic treatment plans

The Unhealthy Truth: How Our Food Is Making Us Sick and What We Can Do About It. Aug 21, 2011

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Join host Dana Laake and her special guest Robyn O'Brien, author of The Unhealthy Truth: How Our Food Is Making Us Sick and What We Can Do About It. Robyn O'Brien is an author, researcher and mother of four who has leveraged her experience as a food industry analyst to expose how failed federal policy and exploitative financial incentives have accelerated the toxicity of the US food supply. Robyn is the founder of AllergyKids Foundation, an organization designed to protect American children with allergies, autism, ADHD and asthma from chemicals in the food supply. She is a sought-after expert on children’s health policy.

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