Essentials of Healthy Living

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Megafood's new and powerful measures to provide clean, quality ingredients and support the environment Sep 28, 2026

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Marc Isaacson and Kate Costello and their special guest Erin Stokes will discuss Megafood's new and powerful measures to provide clean, quality ingredients and support the environment. Erin Stokes, ND, is the Medical Director at MegaFood, and a registered naturopathic doctor in the state of Colorado. In her role as Medical Director, Erin has the opportunity to educate on health and wellness topics via webinars, radio shows, articles and blogs. Dr. Stokes received her naturopathic doctor degree from Bastyr University in 2001. Shortly afterwards she began to pursue her passion for educating others by teaching Western Pathology and Psychology of Healing at Southwest Acupuncture College. She combines her experience as a naturopathic doctor with an extensive background in the natural products industry. Erin’s personal mission is to empower people with the inspiration and tools to change their lives.

Preventing and Treating Cardiovascular Disease Through Diet and Lifestyle Sep 28, 2026

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Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Kim Williams will discuss preventing and treating cardiovascular disease through diet and lifestyle. Kim Allan Williams, MD, MACC, FAHA, MASNC, FESC, is Chief of the Division of Cardiology at Rush University and specializes in cardiology, prevention and cardiac imaging. He has served on numerous national committees and boards including serving as the President of the American College of Cardiology, President of the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Association of Black Cardiologists. He is also the founder of the Urban Cardiology Initiative in Detroit, Michigan to reduce ethnic heart care disparities, and continues community-based efforts in Chicago at Rush. A native of Chicago’s South Side, Dr. Williams has over 30 years of experience as an educator, researcher, and physician.

Health Concerns around Cell Phones, Wireless Devices and 5G Network Technology Sep 28, 2026

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Dana Laake and her special guest Theodora Scarato will discuss health concerns around cell phones, wireless devices and 5G network technology. Theodora Scarato is the executive director of Environmental Health Trust (EHT). EHT is one of the leading scientific environmental health organizations working on issues surrounding 5G, small cell wireless transmitters and cell phone radiation. EHT develops educational campaigns and publishes scientific research on cell phone radiation and wireless technology, working to inform both policymakers and the public. Ms. Scarato coordinates scientific programs with international experts and research institutions internationally on all aspects of 5G, cellphones and health. EHT maintains the world’s largest database on protective international policy.

Hidden in Plain Sight…How Everyday Toxins in Your Home Impact Your Health Sep 28, 2026

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Dana Laake and her special guest Beth Greer will discuss how everyday toxins in your home impact your health. Beth Greer, the Super Natural Mom®, is an environmental health advocate, toxin-free living expert, and award-winning journalist who eliminated a sizable tumor in her chest without drugs or surgery by detoxing her body and home. She’s the author of the bestseller Super Natural Home, endorsed by Deepak Chopra and Dr. Joseph Mercola, and named a Top 50 Health & Environmental Journalist to Follow.

Biomimetic Dentistry: The Science of Rebuilding Teeth Safely Without Destroying Them Jun 30, 2019

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Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Paul O’Malley will discuss biomimetic dentistry including the science of rebuilding teeth safely without destroying them. Paul O’Malley, DDS, graduated from the Creighton University School of Dentistry. Later he completed a residency at Baylor University in Texas, in cosmetic dentistry. He spent 6 years practicing and learning in one of the premier cosmetic dentistry practices in the United States, located in Beverly Hills, CA. He has logged well over 1,000 hours in continuing education. Dr. O’Malley became fully laser-trained and performs laser healing and cosmetic laser dental procedures. He is one of a handful of dentists worldwide who are trained and certified in biomimetic dentistry.

Why Hormones are Essential for Lifelong Vibrant Health Jun 23, 2019

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Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Elizabeth Plourde will discuss why hormones are essential for lifelong vibrant health. Elizabeth Plourde, CLS, NCMP, PhD, is a licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist with degrees in both biological science and psychology. Dr. Plourde uses her experience in her fields of study as well as her work in medical laboratories to focus attention on the hazards of sunscreen and how they are impacting our children and the environment. Dr. Plourde is a health educator and internationally known author. She has appeared on numerous network news programs and radio shows across the country.

CBD Jun 16, 2019

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Dana Laake and her special guest Bruce Topping will discuss CBD. Bruce Topping has been involved in the alternative medical community his entire life by managing health food stores, speaking for support groups, conducting seminars for Weston A. Price chapters and being an activist for small and local agriculture. He is a consummate student of natural medicine in all its forms with a passion for helping people understand the controversies of diet and nutritional science. Based on his wealth of knowledge, Bruce is a highly sought after national speaker for Garden of Life and is their probiotics and enzymes expert.

How mitochondria influence your health May 19, 2019

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Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Thomas Bowman will discuss how mitochondria influence your health. Thomas A. Bowman, DPM, PhD, earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine with a clinical focus on diabetic limb salvage, sports medicine, and biomechanics, and his PhD in biomedical sciences from the University of Toledo with a concentration in cardiovascular and metabolic disease. Dr. Bowman is a senior scientist with Jarrow Formulas, and his responsibilities include product substantiation, research and development, marketing and science writing. He has contributed to several peer-reviewed journal publications and continues to collaborate on research projects.

Enzymes and Cancer May 12, 2019

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Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Linda L. Isaacs will discuss enzymes and cancer. Linda L. Isaacs, MD, received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kentucky, graduating with high distinction with a major in biochemistry. She received her medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1985 and completed a residency in internal medicine at the Department of Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center at New York University Medical School. Dr. Isaacs uses a nutritional approach for treating patients diagnosed with cancer and other serious degenerative illnesses. The treatment involves individualized diet plans and nutritional supplement protocols, as well as detox procedures..

EpiBioGenetics® - your lifestyle, biochemistry and DNA - using IQYOU, the only assessment tool in the world that combines these three critical wellness components to provide you with unique information about your health Apr 28, 2019

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Dana Laake and her special guest Marc Isaacson will discuss EpiBioGenetics® - your lifestyle, biochemistry and DNA - using IQYOU, the only assessment tool in the world that combines these three critical wellness components to provide you with unique information about your health. Marc Isaacson, President and CEO of Village Green Apothecary, is passionate about changing healthcare from a symptoms-based system to one that works on getting to the root cause, focusing on individualization, wellness and prevention. Over the last several years he has partnered with Dr. Joseph Pizzorno to create IQYOU, a revolutionary smart health tool, which is driven by over 30,000 medical studies. IQYOU identifies health risks by integrating lab work, DNA, as well as medications, diet, lifestyle and exercise habits, to provide people with a personalized health roadmap, empowering them to take ownership of their own health.

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