The Spa Dr

Today we’re talking about food craving and root causes behind them. My guest is Stephanie Dodier. She is a Clinical Nutritionist, Author of The Crave Cure Program, Inspirational Speaker and Host of The Beyond The Food Show . Stephanie’s integrative and comprehensive approach to nutrition focuses on finding the root causes of your cravings and aligning your body and mind. Stephanie has been there, too. Her health journey began 6 years ago while working as a senior executive in a Fortune 500 corporation. She went from suffering severe panic attacks to transforming her life completely, allowing her to regain her health. Stephanie is passionate about sharing her journey with other women while educating and empowering them to achieve the same results.    In today’s interview, Stephanie shares her journey and we discuss the root causes behind cravings with various tips and resources to help you also get your health and life back on track.

On today’s podcast we’re discussing essential oils for cleansing and detoxification support. My guest is Jodi Cohen. She is a bestselling author and award-winning journalist. Her #1 bestselling book Healing with Essential Oils has been widely praised as one of the most well-researched consumer books in years. In her book, Jodi shares decades of leading scientific research to save you from years you might have spent researching your health issues, and gives you the knowledge and tools to take action immediately. She is also the founder of Vibrant Blue Oils, where she has combined her training in nutritional therapy and aromatherapy to create unique proprietary blends of organic and wild-crafted essential oils. On today’s podcast, Jodi shares specific essential oils that enhance cleansing and detoxification. We also discuss techniques for using essential oils and how to select the right essential oils for your unique needs.

On today’s episode of The Spa Dr. Podcast, we cover how to make healthy home cooked meals that are less expensive, tastier and easier. What we cover in this interview is important whether you are making meals for yourself or for your entire family. My guest is Leanne Ely who began creating Menu-Mailer on SavingDinner.com in 2001 to help families get back to the dinner table.  Within just a few years, Readers Digest declared a new industry had been born — the menu planning industry — and Leanne was dubbed the “mother” of menu planning. Leanne’s goal is to bring families closer together by enjoying healthy and easy-to-prepare meals.  She creates innovative menu planning products, which include delicious and nutritious recipes, shopping lists and nutritional information. You may have seen Leanne on QVC, HGTV’s Simple Solutions, ABC or in Woman’s Day, Parents, Redbook, Self or Shape magazines. Her show, Saving Dinner with the Dinner Diva airs each Wednesday afternoon on BlogTalkRadio.com and is one of the top ten shows on that channel. Today, Leanne shares her tips and tricks for delicious fun and fabulous healthy eating for the whole family...

As anti-aging medicine continues to increase in popularity, the number of options can be overwhelming and quite costly. On today’s podcast my guest shares about regenerative injection therapies (including prolotherapy, PRP and stem cell injections) that are used to help with pain management as well as skin issues, including scarring and signs of aging. My guest today is Dr. Tyna Moore. She is the Medical Director of Core Wellness Clinic in Portland, OR and specializes in the application of natural pain solutions and regenerative injection therapies. She is licensed as both a Naturopathic and Chiropractic physician. Dr. Moore teaches regenerative medicine around the world and educates physicians as well as the general public. On today’s podcast, we discuss PRP, prolotherapy, stem cell injections for pain management and esthetics.

On this podcast, we often talk about root causes behind skin and other health concerns, and today we’re covering what I consider to be 1 of the most important root causes: digestive health And, I’m excited to cover this important topic with a very special guest, my friend and colleague Dr. Michael Murray. Dr. Murray is one of the world’s leading authorities on natural medicine. He has published over 30 books featuring natural approaches to health. He is a graduate, former faculty member, and serves on the Board of Regents of Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. Through his work with leading companies, Dr. Murray has been instrumental in bringing many effective natural products to North America, including: Glucosamine sulfate, St. John’s wort extract, Silymarin (milk thistle extract), Enteric coated peppermint oil, Saw palmetto berry extract, PGX, and PharmaGABA. On today’s podcast, we cover how to know if you have digestive issues. Here’s a hint: it may not even be a digestive symptom. We also discuss why the conventional approach often fails and natural alternatives to address the root issues and heal your body from the inside out.

Today we’re discussing how to Bust Through Breast Cancer Myths  and 7 Essentials to Prevent and Heal Breast Cancer Naturally. My guest is Dr. Véronique Desaulniers, better known as “Dr. V.” Dr. V has maintained successful practices in the Wellness Field since 1979. Because of her passion for health and wellness, Dr. V undertook extensive studies in various fields of Energy Medicine. Specializing in Chiropractic, Bio-Energetics, Meridian Stress Analysis, Homeopathy, and Digital Thermography, Dr. V brings a unique approach to Health and Wellness. After 30 years in active practice, she decided to “retire” and devote her time sharing her personal, non-toxic healing journey with Breast Cancer. Her years of experience and research have culminated as The 7 Essentials TM, a step-by-step coaching program. Dr. V is a #1 best-selling author and has a # 1 Best Selling book on Amazon, Heal Breast Cancer Naturally. Her website and her personal healing journey have touched the lives of thousands of women around the globe. On today’s podcast we cover: what cancer is and what it is not, breast cancer triggers, and what Dr. V has found to be the 7 Essentials for Healing and Preventing Breast Cancer.

We often talk about root causes on The Spa Dr. podcast, and one of the root causes we talk about is hormone imbalance.  Have you ever wondered if your hormones are the reason behind your health and skin issues? Well, if you’re a woman and you think your hormones may be out of balance or if you’re a woman over 30 and care about your health and want to age gracefully, you’ll want to watch this podcast. My guest is Dr. Anna Cabeca. She is an Emory University trained gynecologist and obstetrician, a menopause and sexual health expert and international speaker and educator. On today’s podcast we cover how your hormones change throughout your cycle and your life and how these changes impact your health and skin. Dr. Cabeca covers how each hormone plays a role and she shares specific nutrient, diet and lifestyle choices that will help balance your hormones.

My guest today is known by her fans and followers as Dietitian Cassie. She is a globally recognized leader in weight loss, highly sought-after speaker, and international bestselling author.  For more than a decade, her methodology used in her worldwide coaching program has helped tens of thousands of men and women identify the missing puzzle pieces—the real reasons for their weight issues — and guide them through her step-by-step process to address those factors and put their pieces back together.  From major corporate speaking events and personal client coaching to her regular column, "Real Talk with Dietitian Cassie" in Paleo Magazine, Cassie and her team of dietitians help people find freedom from diets and chronic health conditions. There’s a good chance you’ve seen her in the media, such as CBS, ABC, WCCO, FOX News, CNN, TIME, Parade, Cosmopolitan, SELF, SHAPE, Women’s Health, Men's Fitness and The Huffington Post. In today’s interview we talk discuss diet myths and the diet changes that actually help people lose weight, feel great and have glowing skin. So, please enjoy this interview with Dietitian Cassie. 

Today, I have something special for you... I was attending a wellness conference with top health experts from around the country, and I had the opportunity to interview 4 of them. I asked each of these women doctors what each of them has discovered to be the #1 thing that helps people elevate their wellbeing. Each one is different and equally important. You probably already know these women because they are movers and shakers in the wellness world… Dr. Amy Myers NYT besselling author of the Thyroid Connection Dr. Kellyann Petrucci, NYT bestselling author of The Bone Broth Diet Dr. Joan Rosenberg psychologist, consultant and speaker. Dr. Izabella Wentz #1 NYT bestselling author of Hashimoto’s Protocol Please enjoy these interviews!

Today, we’re delving into the gut microbiome. This is one of the big root causes behind many health and skin conditions, so I’m excited to share this information with you… My guest today is Christa Orecchio. She is founder of The Whole Journey and is a clinical and holistic nutritionist. After healing herself from brain fog, thyroid, and adrenal problems, Christa was able to access a new level of health and happiness she previously did not think was possible. This inspired her to leave the business world to study holistic nutrition in 2003 so that should could "pay it forward" and help others experience the same powerful shifts. She has a private practice, is a local and national health TV show host, bestselling author and creator of Kick Candida for Good and the revolutionary Gut Thrive in 5 microbiome rejuvenation program.

My guests today are Dr. Jesse Chappus and Marni Wasserman, co-hosts of The Ultimate Health Podcast. Marni Wasserman is a nutritionist and the Author of Fermenting for Dummies and Plant-Based Diet For Dummies . Marni uses passion and experience to educate individuals on how to adopt a realistic real food diet and a balanced wholesome lifestyle through simple strategies. Dr. Jesse Chappus retired from chiropractic after being in clinical practice for four and a half years because he felt it was time to take his health message online to reach a larger audience. Jesse is a firm believer in a proactive model of health. On today’s podcast, Jesse and Marnie share what they believe are the six pillars of health. And, we discuss how to create a community and influence in your life to support a healthy lifestyle.        

On today’s podcast we’re talking how identifying your positive personality traits or character strengths can boost your well-being and even help relationships. My guest today is Dr. Sandra Scheinbaum. She is the founder and CEO of the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy, a program established in collaboration with The Institute for Functional Medicine.  An IFM Certified Practitioner and licensed clinical psychologist with a Masters degree in learning disabilities, Dr. Scheinbaum has specialized in blending mind-body medicine with positive psychology and cognitive-behavior therapy for over 40 years. She established a clinic for diagnosing and treating attention deficit disorders and also ran a clinic for treating panic and anxiety.  Dr. Scheinbaum is a board-certified senior fellow in biofeedback, certified health coach and registered yoga instructor.  She is the author of Stop Panic Attacks in 10 Easy Steps and How to Give Clients the Skills to Stop Panic Attacks, and conducted one of the first controlled studies of neurofeedback for the treatment of ADD. On today’s podcast, we discuss how to get support on your health journey to optimize wellness and Dr. Sandy explains how to identify your character strengths and use them to help your well-being and vitality.

My guest today is Dr. Jeffrey Bland. Dr. Bland has been an internationally recognized leader in the nutritional medicine field for over 35 years. A biochemist by training, Dr. Bland earned dual degrees in biology and chemistry from the University of California, Irvine, and completed his PhD in organic chemistry at the University of Oregon. Dr. Bland is a former professor of biochemistry at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington, and served as Director of Nutritional Research at the Linus Pauling Institute of Science and Medicine in the early 1980’s, working directly with two-time Nobel Laureate Dr. Linus Pauling, who he considers his lifelong mentor. Dr. Bland has authored five books on nutritional medicine for the healthcare professional and six books on nutrition and health for the general public including The Disease Delusion: Conquering the Causes of Chronic Illness for a Healthier, Longer, and Happier Life.  Which I actually have a signed copy of and I’m going to explain at the end how you can have a chance to get this signed book. Dr. Bland was the first member of the Board of Trustees of Bastyr University, the naturopathic medical school in Washington State. With his wife, Susan, Dr. Bland founded The Institute for Functional Medicine in 1991, a nonprofit organization focused on educating healthcare practitioners on effective approaches to treating and preventing chronic disease. He has provided lectures and medical education events to more than 250,000 health care providers in more than 50 countries. His message has spread far and wide, and I’m excited to have him as my guest today. In the interview today, Dr. Bland shares what inspired him to start The Institute for Functional Medicine and how functional medicine has come to impact so many people. We also discuss issues with the way most people look at and treat disease, including skin problems. He shares what he thinks is the single most important underlying factor behind skin issues as well as many other diseases. We also discuss diet fads, since he’s seen them come and go, and we even talk about his own daily schedule. We cover so much in this interview, so please enjoy. It’s long so if you need to take a break and come back another time, I promise you won’t want to miss anything in this interview!

Today, Dr. Cates shares her top tips to keep your skin glowing and healthy throughout the summer.  Discover inner and outer nourishment secrets to keep your body hydrated and protected, even on hot sunny days. Dr. Cates covers examples of specific dietary changes to make as well as sunblock, sunburn and dry skin tips. Dr. Trevor Cates is author of the newly released bestselling book Clean Skin From Within. She is also known, as “The Spa Dr.” and was the first woman licensed as a naturopathic doctor in the state of California, appointed by former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to California’s Bureau of Naturopathic Medicine Advisory Council. Dr. Cates has her own Public Television special, "Younger Skin From Within" and is host of The Spa Dr. Podcast. Find more tips for glowing skin from Dr. Cates in her book Clean Skin From Within - go to store.TheSpaDr.com for more information on my book or get it on Amazon.

Skin is your magic mirror. It’s time to stop covering it up with topical creams and makeup and take a closer look at what it’s trying to tell you. In this podcast, I cover the 6 underlying causes behind skin issues and specific diet, lifestyle and skincare tips you can implement today to start addresses these root causes. And, I share exactly how to know which of these root causes are impacting you!