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Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Ridha Arem, M.D.. Dr. Arem is an endocrinologist and Director of the Texas Thyroid Institute in Houston, Texas. Dr. Arem trained in Paris at CochinHospital and College de France with Professor Raymond Michel, a researcher involved in the discovery of T3, the active form of thyroid hormone. He also studied at SouthBaltimoreGeneralHospital and JohnsHopkinsHospital, and completed his fellowship in endocrinology at Baylor College of Medicine, where he is a clinical professor of medicine. He is a fellow of the AmericanCollege of Physicians, fellow of the AmericanCollege of Endocrinology, and a long standing member of the American Thyroid Association. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology and Metabolism. He served as chief of endocrinology and metabolism at BenTaub GeneralHospital in Houston for many years and is the author of the ground-breaking best-seller The Thyroid Solution. Contact: www.aremwellness.co

Host Dr. Eugene Zampieron, ND, MH, www.drznaturally.com, interviews Michael T. Murray ND. Dr. Murray  is a naturopathic physician regarded as one of the world's top authorities on natural medicine. An educator, lecturer, researcher, and health food industry consultant, he is the author of more than 30 books, including his newest with coauthor Joseph Pizzorno ND, The Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine (Atria, Third Edition, 2012). Contact: http://www.drmurray.com/

Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD RN, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews David Foreman RPh. David Forman is well recognized as correspondent and radio host of the syndicated show, “The Herbal Pharmacist. He is a registered pharmacist and author. David is well versed on the healing powers of herbs, vitamins and other natural supplements. Foreman is a graduate of the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy and is author of, “4 Pillars of Health: Heart Disease.” He is also author of The Herbal Pharmacist Newsletter distributed exclusively through The Vitamin Shoppe. Foreman is a frequent speaker at some of America’s leading universities, medical groups and hospitals on the subject of natural health and healing. His shift from traditional pharmacist to herbal pharmacist was based on his belief that education is the key to the understanding that natural health plays a vital roll in traditional medicine, and should also be included in conventional medicine protocols. He has dedicated his entire career to educating consumers about the benefits and power behind natural herbs and supplements. Contact: http://www.herbalpharmacist.com

Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD RN, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Dr. Christine Horner, MD. Christine Horner, MD is a nationally known surgeon, professional speaker and author of Waking the Warrior Goddess: Dr. Christine Horner’s Program to Protect Against and Fight Breast Cancer-- She holds two board certifications: the National Board of Surgery, and the National Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Horner was recognized as a leader in her field shortly after starting her plastic and reconstructive surgery practice because she successfully ran a national campaign to pass laws requiring insurance companies to pay for breast reconstruction surgery following mastectomy. Her campaign involves several meetings with President Clinton and other political figures. On today’s show, Dr Horner discusses three essential supplements and three essential vitamins that should be incorporated in anyone’s cancer-prevention diet. She will also fill in the information gaps when it comes to dietary supplements and highlight the important guidelines recently issued by the American Cancer Society. www.drchristinehorner.co

Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, AHG, AHN-BC, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Nutritionist Brenda Watson. For more than 20 years, Brenda Watson, C.N.C. has dedicated her career to helping people achieve vibrant, lasting health through improved digestive function. A dynamic health advocate, she is among the foremost authorities in America today on optimum nutrition and digestion, natural detoxification methods, and herbal internal cleansing. A New York Times best-selling author and seven books later, Brenda continues to educate people about the digestive connection to total-body health. Brenda’s high-energy, no-nonsense approach to bodily functions has made her a popular presenter on PBS and a frequent health expert on national television. Her fifth PBS special, “Heart of Perfect Health” currently airs nationally. For more information visit, http://www.brendawatson.com

Host Dr. Eugene Zampieron, ND, MH, interviews Dr. Leonard Oestreicher. Dr Oestreicher received his Bachelor of Science from University of Wisconsin, Madison in1970 and his M.D. from University of California in 1974. His career choice of Family Practice prepared Dr.Oestreicher for writing the book, The Pied Pipers of Autism. Family practitioners have to synthesize the findings from many medical specialties to form a coherent rational practice for the benefit of patients. For thirty five years Dr. O has been involved with the lives of his patients and their families, and has broad personal and professional experience on the nature and norms of child rearing and how they have changed. During that time Autism Spectrum Disorder has emerged from being a very rare to a very common disorder, with a 2,500% increase in the number of children acquiring this disorder over the last 50 years. On today’s show, Dr Oestriecher shares information about the cause of the increase in Autism, from the development of human social networks to influences of modern life on brain neuron conduction. He feels his best understanding comes from being a participant in the beautiful process of development in infants and children that has gone so astray because of the Pied Pipers of Autism. Dr. Leonard Oestreicher continues to practice medicine in Merced, California where he lives with his wife and their three year old daughter

Topic: The Elephant in the Bedroom, that Men do not Talk About Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD , RN, AHG, AHN-BC, www.naturalnurse.com, author of The Natural Guide to Great Sex, interviews Samuel H. Wood, M.A., M.D., Ph.D. M.B.A.  Dr. Wood is a board-certified Reproductive Endocrinologist and world-renowned fertility and sexual medicine specialist with more than 20 years of clinical experience. He is one of the select physicians in the country listed in, “Who’s Who In America,” “Who’s Who in the World,” and “Who’s Who in Science Technology,” publications. Dr. Wood’s clinical skills have won him many accolades including being named a "Top Doctor" by U.S. News and World Report. Dr. Wood has  been featured on numerous local and national news broadcasts including the “NBC Nightly News,” the “Today” show, ABC’s “World News Tonight,” “Frontline,” on PBS, as well as many network affiliates across the country. He is the Medical Director of the Reproductive Sciences Center in La Jolla (www.fertile.com) and the Scientific Director of the La Jolla Centre for Sexual Health Contact:  www.lajollasexualhealth.com ____________________________________________________________

Dr. Eugene Zampieron, ND, MH, interviews Dr. Michael Lipelt, DDS, ND. Dr. Lipelt holds degrees in Dentistry, Dental Acupuncture and Naturopathic Medicine. He is the founder of  Stillpoint Family Health Services (SFHS), uses his own personal experience with healing, his connection with the land, and years of diverse training and experience in natural medicine to tailor a unique, personalized solution to support and assist  natural healing ability and to achieve the health goals of entire families.  Dr. Lipelt was led on a path to natural medicine 30 years ago after hurting his back in a bike accident, and finding no cure or relief using conventional, allopathic medicine. The resulting chronic pain and restricted movement interfered with his job as a general dentist in Santa Rosa, CA and hampered his active lifestyle. Being a runner and athlete, he elected to forego surgery and started his own journey in natural medicine. His injury led him to study many natural medical systems, all with the common foundation of healthy diet and lifestyle. Healthy eating led to the study of sustainable agriculture and the creation of Stillpoint Permaculture Center (SPC) on his own five acres in SonomaCounty, CA. Dr. Lipelt’s ongoing work in permaculture and study of Ecological Sustainable Medicine continues today, along with his focus on Biologic Dentistry. Contact: http://www.stillpointhealthcare.co

Osteoporosis: What You Need to Know to Reduce Your Fracture Risk Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Keith McCormick, DC, CCSP.  Dr. McCormick is a chiropractic physician with a private practice in western Massachusetts, where he specializes in the nutritional management of patients with bone fragility and also in the treatment of sports injuries. Dr. McCormick graduated from Stanford University with a degree in Human Biology and earned his doctorate at the National College of Chiropractic. He is a member of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research, the International Bone and Mineral Society, and the Institute for Functional Medicine. Dr. McCormick is a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician with membership in the ACA Council on Sports Injuries and Physical Fitness. He was a member of the United States Olympic Team competing in the XXI Olympiad in Montreal.  Dr. Keith is the Author of The Whole Body Approach to Osteoporosis. On today’s show we will discuss how to get appropriate testing and customize a wholistic approach to improve bone health, reduce risk of fracture, and enjoy an active lifestyle.  Contact: www.osteonaturals.com

Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD RN, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Caryn Hartglass. Caryn was born and raised in New York. She received her Bachelor and Masters of Science degrees in Chemical Engineering from BucknellUniversity and worked in the semiconductor industry for 20 years. With a passion for helping people understand the affects of food choices on health and environment, she ran the nonprofit EarthSave International as Executive Director for over 8 years. An ovarian cancer survivor, Caryn combines science with practical knowledge from real life experiences lecturing around the world about the powerful, healing benefits of a plant-based diet, juicing and meditation. She has appeared on Dr. Oz, Geraldo At Large, 20-20 and CNN. A classically trained singer, she has performed in opera and musicals in the United States and abroad and has won two international competitions (France, South Africa). Caryn Hartglass is the host of two weekly Internet radio shows, It’s All About

Dr. Eugene Zampieron, ND, MH, www.drznaturally.com, interviews Best-selling author, Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS. Dr Bowden is a nationally known expert on weight loss, nutrition and health. He is a board-certified nutritionist with a master’s degree in psychology and the author of fourteen books on health, healing, food and longevity including the best-sellers, “The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth” and “Living Low Carb” and his latest book, co-authored with cardiologist Steven Sinatra, MD,  “The Great Cholesterol Myth”. A frequent guest on television and radio, Bowden has appeared on Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, ABC, NBC, and CBS as an expert on nutrition, weight loss, and longevity. He is a past member of the Editorial Advisory Board for Men’s Health magazine, is the Nutrition Editor for Pilates Style, and is a regular contributor to AOL, Vanity Fair Online, Clean Eating Magazine, Better Nutrition, and Total Health Online

Ellen Kamhi, PhD RN www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Debi Silber MS, RD, WHC, The Mojo Coach®. Debi is the  President of Lifestyle Fitness, Inc. and founder ofwww.TheMojoCoach.com, and is a recognized health, weight loss, fitness, wellness, lifestyle and self improvement expert. Specifically, she’s a Registered Dietitian with a Master's degree in Nutrition, a certified Personal Trainer, Whole Health Coach, has two certifications in pre- and post-natal fitness with specialty recognition in weight loss and weight maintenance. She's a speaker, spokesperson and author of "A Pocket Full of Mojo: 365 Proven Strategies To Create Your Ultimate Body, Mind, Image and Lifestyle" (recommended by Brian Tracy, Marshall Goldsmith and many more), and "The Lifestyle Fitness Program: A Six Part Plan So Every Mom Can Look, Feel and Live Her Best" (recommended by Parenting Magazine and Jack Canfield). On today’s show, Debi will guide you on how to achieve your ultimate body, mind, image and lifestyle; inspiring you to "get your mojo back" and helping you to transform into your personal and professional best. www.themojocoach.co

Host Eugene Zampieron, ND, MH, www.drznaturally.com interviews Mr. Lloyd Wright. Lloyd Wright attended UCLA for undergraduate work and continued his formal education at CalLutheranUniversity majoring in Administration of Justice. Lloyd’s background in Natural Medicine began early in life, as his mother was “the Health Food Fanatic” of the 1950’s. Lloyd’s longstanding interest in Natural Medicine was further fueled as nearly everyone in his family has had cancer and most have died from it. Lloyd contracted Hepatitis C in 1979 from four blood transfusions and a liver biopsy in 1994 revealed Chronic Hepatitis C. After a bout with cancer and the conventional treatments Lloyd went through for his cancer therapy, Lloyd’s liver was in bad shape. The medical establishment advised Lloyd to get his papers in order and expect to live another 3 to 5 years, and hope something would come along to help. Standing up against a legion of medical doctors who insisted Interferon was the only way, he researched the disease and proved them wrong. Through extensive research, and his studies with the highly regarded Dr. John Finnegan, ND, Lloyd created a combination of herbal and glandular remedies that cured him completely of Hepatitis C. Lloyd authored the international best seller Triumph Over Hepatitis C, and discusses his new book, Hepatitis C: A Do-It Yourself Guide for Health, on today’s show. Contact: http://www.hepatitiscfree.co

Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Kristin Bagonis. Kristin is the Regional marketing program manager for Whole Foods Market in Florida. Before moving to Florida over eight years ago, Kristin grew up in Bucks County, Pennsylvania and graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a Degree in Business Marketing. During the years she has been with Whole Foods, she served as the Marketing Team Leader handling events, community partnerships, and donations, before advancing to Regional Program Manager. Kristin has always had an interest in travel and volunteerism which led her on a recent trip to Africa through Whole Foods Market’s Team Member Volunteer Program. On todays show, Kristin will share information about Whole Foods Market’s Team Member Volunteer Program, Whole Planet Foundation, and Comfort the Children International, which she was involved with as part of a community development project in Kenya. She is personally committed to how each individual can positively influence the world, on a personal, local and global level

Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD RN, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Akshata Nayak , MSACN, MS. Akshata was born and raised in the city of Bangalore in southern India. She  earned a Masters in Biochemistry and a Masters in Applied Clinical Nutrition and  participated in basic research in the fields of Immunology and Emergency Medicine for six years. She then refocused her energy into establishing a business that helps to create balance in overall health. Presently, she works as a nutritionist at Alternative Roots Wellness Center, a holistic health center she started with her husband, Dr. Gregory Giasson. She also established The Orange Owl Shop, which provides all–natural, skin care products, which are handmade  in an eco–friendly and socially–conscious manner. The Orange Owl products are 100% chemical free – no parabens, dyes, silicones, phthalates, sulfates, fragrance oils or petroleum products. The packaging is green, and all products are vegan–friendly. On todays show, Akshata discusses the dangers associated with chemicals in cosmetics, and how to correctly decipher ingredient labels in both food and skincare preparations, as well as  the overall health benefits of using all natural products. Contact: www.theorangeowlshop.co