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Episode 333: Understanding the Heart with Dr. Stephen Hussey Feb 27, 2023

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What is the true cause of atherosclerosis? How does imbalance in the autonomic nervous system cause heart disease? How can heart attacks happen without a blockage? What biomarkers are worth monitoring for understanding cardiovascular risk? Tune in to hear us explore all these questions and more with Dr. Stephen Hussey, a Chiropractor, Functional Medicine Practitioner, and heart health expert.

In this episode, we interview Dr. Stephen Hussey, author of Understanding The Heart. As a Type 1 Diabetic, Dr. Hussey knew he was at increased risk of heart disease from a young age and suffered a heart attack in his early 30s. He made it his mission to learn everything he could about the heart and share it with the masses. Learn about the origins of heart disease, why heart attacks happen, and what you can do to modify your risk in this enlightening episode.

About Dr. Stephen Hussey:

Dr. Stephen Hussey MS, DC is a Chiropractor and Functional Medicine practitioner. He attained both his Doctorate of Chiropractic and Masters in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine from the University of Western States in Portland, OR. He is a health coach, speaker, and the author of two books on health; The Health Evolution: Why Understanding Evolution is the Key to Vibrant Health and Understanding The Heart: Surprising Insights Into The Evolutionary Origins Of Heart Disease - And Why It Matters. Dr. Hussey guides clients from around the world back to health by using the latest research and health attaining strategies. In his down time, he likes to be outdoors, play sports, read, write, and travel.

Also in this episode:

CoQ10 200mg
MethylComplete
Heart Health Bundle
Dr. Stephen’s personal story
Origins of heart disease
How the imbalance in the autonomic nervous system contributes to heart disease
The true root cause of atherosclerosis
LDL and cholesterol myths
Naturally Nourished Episode 157 Cholesterol as Medicine
Biomarkers to monitor
- Fasting Insulin
- HDL ratio
- Hs-CRP
- GGT
- Cardiometabolic lab - use code FEB20 for savings
- Heart rate variability
- Coronary calcium scan
Regulating the ANS
- Infrared Sauna for heart health
- Sunlighten use code ALIMILLERRD for savings
Food as medicine for heart health
Where to find Dr. Hussey
- Resourceyourhealth.com
- Understanding the Heart

Sponsors for this episode:

This episode is sponsored by Wild Foods, a company that puts quality, sustainability, and health first in all of their products. They have everything from coffee to turmeric to medicinal mushrooms, and every single product is painstakingly sourced from small farms around the globe. They take their mission seriously to fix the broken food system, and believe real food is medicine. They've partnered with us to give you guys an exclusive discount, so use the code ALIMILLERRD for 12% off your order at WildFoods.co!

Episode 332: Myocarditis and Sudden Adult Death Syndrome Feb 20, 2023

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Heart attacks in young people are on the rise, with one recent study noting a 30% increase in people ages 25 to 44. Why are these numbers so high? What is myocarditis and is that contributing to Sudden Adult Death Syndrome? Tune in to hear us discuss the recent uptick in heart attacks, sudden deaths, and myocarditis as well as risk factors and what you can do to stay healthy!

We continue to see collapsing athletes and otherwise healthy adults “dying suddenly” along with the rise of myocarditis in youth. In this episode we discuss how myocarditis or inflammation of the heart continues to increase over the past 3 years. While this is scary, there are things we can do to reduce the risk including reducing oxidative stress, preventing clot formation, enhancing antioxidant status, and focusing on certain nutrients that support the heart.

Also in this episode:

FREE Heart Health webinar this Wednesday 2/22 - Must register in advance!
What is Myocarditis?
What is Sudden Adult Death Syndrome?
What are risk factors for sudden death?
How does spike protein contribute, whether from natural infection or vaccination?
- COVID-19 Vaccines in Young Children
- Increased emergency cardiovascular events among under-40 population in Israel during vaccine rollout and third COVID-19 wave
How to decrease risk
Nutrients for Heart Health and Myocarditis
Heart Health Bundle - NEW!
CoQ10
Omega 3s
- Cardioprotective effects of omega 3 fatty acids from fish oil and it enhances autoimmunity in porcine cardiac myosin-induced myocarditis in the rat model
- EPA DHA Extra
Carnitine
- Boost and Burn
Methylated B Vitamins
- Methyl Complete - NEW!

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This episode is sponsored by Santa Cruz Medicinals, makers of potent and affordable CBD with effective dosing. For more information check out www.scmedicinals.com and use code ALIMILLERRD for 15% off your order.

Episode 331: Homocysteine and Methylation Feb 13, 2023

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Do you know your homocysteine level? What can homocysteine tell us about our methylation and overall health status? How can you lower elevated homocysteine? If it seems like we’re speaking a foreign language, don’t worry, we break it all down in today’s episode all about this important biomarker!

Elevated homocysteine levels can be brought on by gene mutations like MTHFR as well as medications, poor diet, toxin exposure, hormone imbalances, and stress. B vitamins from our food and supplements act as methyl donors that help keep your body's homocysteine at healthy levels and methylation working optimally. Learn how to assess homocysteine, what elevated levels mean, and how you can lower them with diet, lifestyle and supplementation!

Also in this episode:

Wellness in Wimberley - Save the date for May 20-21!
Heart Health Webinar - February 22 12pm CST - Register Here
What is homocysteine?
- Episode 325 All About Glutathione
What causes high homocysteine?
- Episode 214 Genetic SNP Review and Medical Autonomy
How to test homocysteine
- CardioMetabolic Panel - enjoy $20 off with FEB20
- 55 SNP Genetic Test
How homocysteine elevation drives disease risk
The hypertension homocysteine connection
How to address high homocysteine
Consume real food forms of B vitamins
Support Detoxification
- 10 Day Detox
- Sunlighten Sauna get up to $600 off with ALIMILLERRD
Focus on homocysteine lowering nutrients: Riboflavin, Folate, B6, B12, Choline

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Episode 330: Food-as-Medicine for Mental Health Part 2 Feb 06, 2023

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Did you catch last week’s episode on Food-as-Medicine for Mental Health? Want to know what nutrients to focus on to improve anxiety and depression? Curious about the birth control mental health link? Tune in for part 2 on this important topic where we bring to light evidence-based nutritional interventions to help resolve anxiety, depression and mental health concerns from the root cause.

In this episode, we dig into supporting optimal mental health with food and high quality supplements. Learn about the Vitamin C and depression connection, how B vitamins and methylation play a role, and the undeniable evidence that magnesium deficiency drives mood disturbance. Plus hear us discuss zinc, the problem with copper IUDs, how birth control may drive depression and anxiety and more!

Also in this episode:

- Anti-Anxiety Diet Bundle, take an additional 15% off with code ANXIETY15
- Food as Medicine Ketosis Class take an additional $100 off with code KETO100
- How our Approach to Keto is different
  - How to do Mediterranean Keto - YouTube
- Nutrients of Focus for Mental Health
- Vitamin C
  - Bio-C Plus
- B Vitamins
  - B Complex
- Methylation and Mental Health
  - DNA Methylation and Psychiatric Disorders
- MethylComplete- COMING SOON!
  - Episode 69: Epigenetics and Methylation
- Magnesium
  - Relax and Regulate
- Zinc
- Probiotics
  - Probiotic Challenge
  - Targeted Strength Probiotic
- Omega 3s
  - EPA DHA Extra
  - EPA DHA Liquid
- Vitamin D
- Lifestyle Changes
- How Birth Control can drive depression
  - Daysy Fertility Tracker
  - Naturally Nourished Episode 106 Regulating Your Cycle
  - Naturally Nourished Episode 107 Regulating Your Cycle Pt 2
  - Naturally Nourished Episode 232 Period Drama and Birth Control
  - Stress manager bundle for mental health support as initial supplement strategy
- Food as Medicine
  - Beautifying Blend Smoothie Recipe

Detox-Supporting Turmeric Lemonade

- Nori Salmon Roll Ups
- Keto Beef Liver Meatballs | Liver benefits and myths
Lab to Consider
- Micronutrient Panel
- Neurohormone Lab

Sponsors for this episode:

This episode is sponsored by FOND Bone Broth Tonics, Your Sous Chef in a Jar. FOND is slow simmered and lovingly tended from simmer to seal. They partner with organic farms and hand-pick and pair ingredients to optimize absorption and taste. Use code NATURALLYNOURISHED to save at fondbonebroth.com.

Episode 329: Food-as-Medicine for Mental Health Part 1 Jan 30, 2023

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Are you or a loved one dealing with depression, anxiety or mental illness? Are you looking for natural solutions? Want to know how eliminating gluten, balancing blood sugar, or going keto can help? Tune in to hear us discuss the role of inflammation in brain dysfunction and how you can use diet to support mental health

An estimated 20-30% of adults experience some form of mental illness with those numbers steadily increasing from 2020 on, especially among 18-24 year olds. Whether you or someone you know deals with anxiety, depression or another mental health diagnosis, this episode provides practical information on how to remove inflammatory foods, balance blood sugar, and use a Mediterranean ketogenic approach to support balanced mood and beyond!

Also in this episode:

Episode 222: The Depression Immune Connection
Harnessing the HPA-axis
Why inflammation drives brain dysfunction
The gluten mental health connection
Why corn is not a great substitute for gluten
Thoughts on dairy and mental illness
- Episode 82 Pros and Cons of Dairy | Ali Miller RD
The importance of carb control and blood sugar balance
- Depression in diabetic patients: the relationship between mood and glycemic control.
Ketosis for mental health
Anti-Anxiety Diet Bundle use code ANXIETY15 for 15% off
LIVE Food-as-Medicine Ketosis Program use code KETO100 for $100 off
Stress manager bundle for mental health support as initial supplement strategy
Digestaid enzymes for dining out and to reduce gluten sensitivity if exposed
EPA-DHA Liquid or EPA-DHA capsules for omega-3 antiinflammatory boost and to offset omega-6 ratio

Sponsors for this episode:

This episode is sponsored by Carnivore Snax, a delicious snack combining just 2 ingredients: meat and Redmond Real Salt! These melt-in-your-mouth meat pastries are like no other dehydrated meat product or jerky on the market. We love that Carnivore Snax are a pro-America brand who sources from US farmers practicing regenerative agriculture and are verified by the Savory Institute confirming their carbon sequestering status. Check out the ribeye, pork loin, brisket and leg of lamb for just a few of our favorites! Use code ALIMILLERRD to save 15% off your order and get free shipping on $125 or more at carnivoresnax.com.

Episode 328: Childhood Obesity Fueling Pharma Profits vs. Sustainable Solutions Jan 23, 2023

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Have you heard the new guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics on childhood obesity? If you have, you are likely as astounded and outraged as we are to hear drug therapy and bariatric surgery recommended to children as a way to manage the growing problem of childhood obesity. Tune in to hear us break down the new guidelines and offer sustainable, cost-affordable solutions for families.

Obesity currently affects about 20% of children and 42% of adults, and we agree this is a problem that needs to be faced head on. However, recommending drugs and weight loss surgery to children without offering any guidance on diet and exercise is just not a sustainable solution. In fact, the AAP guidance could have devastating effects on children while, no surprise, driving big profits for pharma. Learn how carb awareness, low carb, and detox support can be appropriate for overweight and obese children, creating whole body wellness for a lifetime. Plus we discuss the role of nutrient deficiency, essential supplementation, exercise and more in combating this multifaceted issue.

Also in this episode:

American Academy of Pediatrics Childhood Obesity Recommendations
Episode 323: Ozempic, Wonder Drug or too Good to be True?
Once-Weekly Semaglutide in Adolescents with Obesity
Pharmacologic treatment of pediatric obesity
Who Funds the AAP?
- AAP Top Donor List
Nutrition Misinformation Driving Obesity
- Tufts Food Compass
- New Government Funded “Food-Pyramid” Says Lucky Charms Are Healthier Than Steak
Sustainable Solutions to Childhood Obesity
Carb Awareness & Low Carb
Get Kids Away from Grazing
Support Detoxification
Support Microbiome Balance
Correct Nutrient Deficiency

Sponsors for this episode:

This episode is also sponsored by FOND Bone Broth Tonics, Your Sous Chef in a Jar. FOND is slow simmered and lovingly tended from simmer to seal. They partner with organic farms and hand-pick and pair ingredients to optimize absorption and taste. Use code ALIMILLERRD to save at fondbonebroth.com.

Episode 327: Why we STILL Hate Non-Caloric Sweeteners Jan 16, 2023

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With all of the new non-caloric sweeteners coming to market like monkfruit and allulose, has our position changed? Are we still a hard no on non-caloric sweeteners? When something sounds too good to be true, it usually is…spoiler alert: we still hate non-caloric sweeteners and recommend against their use! Tune in to learn why!

In this episode, we unpack new research on the impacts of non-caloric sweeteners. From their impact on insulin secretion to the way they can wreak havoc on the microbiome to how they can trick the palate and actually cause weight gain, we tell you the whole truth about these substances and why they have no business in your body! Plus learn how our keto approach allows for use of real food sweeteners and hear why using a banana or raw honey in a recipe might not kick you out of ketosis!

Also in this episode: .

Episode 89: Why We Hate Non-Caloric Sweeteners
Why we still can’t get on board with non-caloric sweeteners
A few exceptions we make for non-caloric sweeteners
- XClear Nasal Spray
- GabaCalm
- Boost and Burn
- Herbal Ginger Syrup (NCS free)
Why Stevia still sucks
Weight gain and insulin resistance
Highly Processed
- What Is a Whole Food and 5 Reasons Why Non-caloric Sweeteners Suck
Updates on allulose
- Gastrointestinal Tolerance of D-Allulose in Healthy and Young Adults. A Non-Randomized Controlled Trial - PMC
What about monkfruit?
Yacon Syrup
Microbiome Impact of Non-caloric Sweeteners
Our Favorite Natural Sweeteners
Supplements for taming sugar cravings

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Episode 326: Testosterone Decline & Ways to Boost Jan 09, 2023

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Did you know that testosterone is on the decline, particularly in American men?! What is causing this rapid decline and is this a threat to the future of the human population? What are the top killers of testosterone and how can we rebound? What foods, lifestyle shifts and nutrients can support healthy testosterone levels? Tune in to hear us answer all this and more in this important episode!

Testosterone levels have steadily declined in the U.S. over the past few decades, leaving the average 70 year old American male with significantly lower levels than a 100 year old Okinawan male by comparison. Not only have levels declined relative to men in other countries, American men have seen a more rapid decline year over year, leaving men who turned 65 in 2002 with substantially lower levels than men who turned 65 in 1987, for example. In this episode, we’ll take a deep dive into these trends and discuss drivers of low testosterone, from poor diet to sedentary lifestyles to Vitamin D deficiency and so much more.

Also in this episode:

LIVE Detox Starts 1/11
LIVE Food-as-Medicine Ketosis Program – Starts 1/18!
What is Testosterone and what does it do?
Assessing Testosterone levels
- Serum:
  - Total Testosterone
  - Free Testosterone
  - SHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin)
  - DHEA-s
- Neurohormone Panel (Salivary)
What is DHT?
Why is testosterone declining?
- A population-level decline in serum testosterone levels in American men
How does stress impact testosterone?
- Adaptogen Boost
- Maca 1g/day
- Bio-C Plus
- Adrenal Support
- Adrenal Rehab Bundle
Toxicity and endocrine disruptors
Obesity & sedentary lifestyle contributes to testosterone decline
- Exercises That Increase Testosterone Levels, Plus Those That Don't
- Smoothies & Shakes Ebook
Vitamin D Deficiency as a driver of low testosterone levels
Sleep & Low T
- Impaired sleep is associated with low testosterone in US adult males: results from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey
Supplementation for Testosterone Boost

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Episode 325: All About Glutathione Jan 02, 2023

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You’ve probably heard us mention glutathione, but what exactly is it and what does it do? How do you know if you are deficient in it? What forms can you supplement with and how does NAC impact glutathione status? Tune in to hear us answer these questions and much more all about glutathione!

In this episode, we’re talking all about what Ali has come to call the matriarch of all the antioxidants---glutathione. Listen for a deep dive on symptoms of deficiency, concerns with depletion, the influence on pandemic, viruses in general and respiratory health. Plus we’ll get into how NAC impacts glutathione status, glutathione as a breathing treatment, and our favorite glutathione rich foods!

Also in this episode:

LIVE Food-as-Medicine Ketosis Program – Starts 1/18!
What is Glutathione?
What does Glutathione do in the Body?
Symptoms of Glutathione Deficiency
How does Glutathione get Depleted?
Conditions Associated with Glutathione Deficiency
Glutathione and Immune Health
- Severe Glutathione Deficiency, Oxidative Stress and Oxidant Damage in Adults Hospitalized with COVID-19: Implications for GlyNAC (Glycine and N-Acetylcysteine) Supplementation
- Glutathione and immune function
Nebulizing Glutathione and NAC
How to Supplement with Glutathione
- Cellular Antiox
Food as Medicine
Save 10% on up to 3 bottles of Cellular Antiox with code CELLULAR10

Sponsors for this episode:

This episode is sponsored by Peak State Coffee, makers of coffee with real health benefits! Are you a coffee drinker seeking a healthier option but don't want to quit your ritual? Enjoy whole bean coffee infused with adaptogenic mushrooms to boost your brain, support gut health, and balance stress, all while keeping the taste you love. With 500mg lion's mane, reishi, chaga, and more per serving, you’ll love this delicious coffee that is also chemical free, mold free, non-GMO, and low acid. Go to www.PeakStateCoffee.com/ALIMILLERRD for 20% off and free shipping on two or more bags, use code ALIMILLERRD at checkout.

Episode 324: The Wahls Protocol for MS and Neurological Conditions with Dr. Terry Wahls Dec 26, 2022

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Can MS and other neurological conditions be impacted by diet and lifestyle? Do vegetables help or hurt when dealing with autoimmune disease? What needs to be removed from the diet in order to create whole body healing? Tune in to hear us interview the one and only Dr. Terry Wahls about her journey from tilt-recline wheelchair back to riding a bike to work daily and how she used a paleo diet to beat MS.

In this episode, we discuss supplementation with MS, why The Wahls Protocol includes 9 cups of vegetables, and how to improve vegetable tolerance. Plus, we talk about Dr. Wahl’s research and an opportunity to participate in her upcoming study!

About Dr. Wahls:

Dr. Terry Wahls is a clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa where she conducts clinical trials. She is also a patient with secondary progressive multiple sclerosis, which confined her to a tilt-recline wheelchair for four years. Dr. Wahls restored her health using a diet and lifestyle program she designed specifically for her brain and now pedals her bike to work each day. She is the author of The Wahls Protocol: How I Beat Progressive MS Using Paleo Principles and Functional Medicine, The Wahls Protocol: A Radical New Way to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions Using Paleo Principles (paperback), and the cookbook The Wahls Protocol Cooking for Life: The Revolutionary Modern Paleo Plan to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions.

She conducts clinical trials that test the effect of nutrition and lifestyle interventions to treat MS and other progressive health problems. Learn more about Dr. Wahls’ clinical trials here. She also teaches the public and medical community about the healing power of the Paleo diet and therapeutic lifestyle changes that restore health and vitality to our citizens. She hosts a Wahls Protocol Seminar every August where anyone can learn how to implement the Protocol with ease and success. Follow her on Facebook (Terry Wahls MD) and on Twitter at @TerryWahls.

Also in this episode:

LIVE Food-as-Medicine Ketosis Program
Episode 204: Client Journey with MS Warrior Ann Pinchak
Dr. Wahls’ Story
How the Wahls Protocol Came to Be
Supplementation for MS
- Creatine
- Carnitine - Boost and Burn
- CoQ10 - CoQ10 Complex
- B Vitamins - B Complex
Digestive Health and Antinutrients
Why Avoid Gluten, Dairy and Eggs
Dr. Wahl’s Study Opportunity
Use of E-Stim and Exercise with MS
More About Dr. Wahls:
- https://terrywahls.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drterrywahls
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TerryWahls/
- Wahls Diet App
- Wahls Protocol App

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