Episode #16 - An Interview with David Winston RH (AHG)

David Winston RH (AHG) is an herbalist and ethnobotanist with over 40 years of training in Cherokee, Chinese and Western herbal traditions.  He has been in clinical practice for over 35 years and is an herbal consultant to physicians, herbalists and researchers throughout the USA and Canada.  In 2013 David was presented with the Natural Products Association (NPA) Clinician’s Award.

Episode #15 - An Interview with Steph Gaudreau

Steph combines a formal education in biology / human physiology (BS Biology—Human Physiology), 12 years of science teaching experience (MA—Education and National Board Certification), holistic nutrition training (Certified Holistic Nutrition Practitioner), and an unabashed love of tasty Paleo food (human with taste buds) on her blog, Stupid Easy Paleo.

Episode #14 - An Interview with Patricia Bragg

You’ll recognize today’s guest from the World Famous Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar bottles. Patricia Bragg, N.D., Ph.D is an author, health consultant, business woman and all around Health Crusader. I was lucky enough to receive a scholarship from the Bragg Health Foundation, which is committed to promoting health and wellness worldwide. At 87 years young, her infectious enthusiasm reminds us all to use the lessons of the past and get excited for the future. 

Episode #13 - An Interview with Robb Wolf

Robb Wolf is a former research biochemist, health expert, and author of the New York Times bestseller The Paleo Solution and the eagerly anticipated Wired To Eat. He has been a review editor for the Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism and Journal of Evolutionary Health; serves on the board of directors of Specialty Health medical clinic in Reno, Nevada; and is a consultant for the Naval Special Warfare Resilience Program. Wolf is also a former California State powerlifting champion and holds the rank of purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He lives in Reno, Nevada with his wife Nicki, and daughters Zoe and Sagan.

Episode #12 - An Interview with Diana Rodgers RD, LDN, NTP.

Diana Rodgers, is a Licensed Registered Dietitian, Nutritionist, and Nutritional Therapy Practitioner who lives on a working organic farm west of Boston.

She has an active practice where she helps people get on track with diet and lifestyle. She is also an author, hosts The Sustainable Dish Podcast, and is the mom of two active kids. She speaks at universities and conferences internationally about nutrition and sustainability, social justice, animal welfare and food policy issues.

Episode #10 - An Interview with Stephan Guyenet

Stephan Guyenet, continues his mission to advance science as a writer, speaker, and science consultant.  His book, The Hungry Brain, released on February 7, 2017, is a fascinating look at the brain's role in weight regulation.  His current consulting clients include the Open Philanthropy Project and the Examine.com Research Digest.  He also helped co-design a web-based fat loss program called the Ideal Weight Program.

Episode #09 - An Interview with Melanie Dorion and Rob Abbot

I am so excited about today's show! In this podcast we discuss how to start in a functional medicine career! If you want to be an MD, ND DC or holistic practitioner, this show is for you! Rob Abbott and Melanie Dorion share with us "The Ultimate Functional & Integrative Medicine Education Resource", a FREE E-book that you can download and use to guide you through the ever expanding world of functional medicine!

Episode #08 - An Interview with Dr. Michael Ruscio

Michael Ruscio is a doctor, clinical researcher, author, and health enthusiast. Dr. Ruscio practices Functional Medicine and is currently performing two clinical trials in the treatment of digestive conditions. He is also writing a book on the microbiota. Dr. Ruscio gives smart, busy people who are suffering from symptoms of chronic illness simple steps to get better, and get on with life.

Episode #05 - An Interview with Chris Masterjohn PhD

This episode is a little different than our previous shows, I ask Chris to break down nutritional fats for you!

There is a ton of confusion when it comes to optimal fats for your health and with his knowledge and easy to follow explanations, hopefully we can dispel some myths and give you some insight into what science says about nutritional fats.

Episode #04 - An Interview with Dr. Tyna Moore, ND, DC

Dr. Moore is recognized as an authority in the application of natural pain solutions and regenerative injection therapies to treat all varieties of musculoskeletal conditions. As both a board certified Naturopathic and Chiropractic physician, she brings a unique perspective and expertise to the diagnosis and treatment of orthopedic conditions.

Episode #03 - An Interview with Keith Norris

Keith is one of those few lucky souls who has been able to completely transition out of corporate America and dive headlong into his passion for bettering lives by teaching the art and science of physical culture.  He not only “walks the walk” on a day-to-day basis, but his economic well-being hinges on his precepts of “proper exercise, stellar diet and lifestyle, and intelligent “hacks” and supplementation” forming the bedrock foundation for a long, healthy and prosperous life.

Episode #01 - An interview with Dr. Alan Christianson, NMD

Episode #01 - An Interview with Dr. Alan Christianson, NMD

Join me on this interview, where I talk to one of the leaders in the Naturopathic community! We discuss everything from crash diets, hormones and even research! Dr. Christianson was kind enough to invite me over to his house, where we recorded this podcast, he even shared some of the projects he is developing while being on sabbatical.  

Episode #00 - Introduction

I am calling this episode zero, I wanted to introduce myself and talk a little about the objective of this podcast.  My objective is to advance Naturopathic medicine using an evidence-based approach, and I focus on finding evolutionary connections between our modern and traditional health care systems. On top of being a full-time student, I am currently a senior research assistant at SCNM and I am also an associate researcher at Arizona State University Biodesign Institute, where I focus on botanical medicine research.