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Sieving Through Nutrition Claims: Improving Our Life with Simple Nutrition Changes

Sat, 25 Apr 2026

With so much conflicting information around nutrition today, how do you know what actually works?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Maaike Kruseman, PhD, Registered Dietitian and Founder of MK-Nutrition, to cut through the noise and focus on what truly matters. We break down the overload of claims in nutrition and health, and how to separate evidence-based strategies from trends that don't deliver real results.

We explore key topics including sports nutrition, the unique considerations in women's health, and the role of supplementation—when it's helpful and when it's not. This conversation is all about simplifying nutrition, making it practical, and understanding how to apply it in a way that supports your health, performance, and long-term well-being.

If you're tired of confusion and ready for clarity, this episode will give you tools you can actually use.

Key takeaways:

Protein Consumption: Essential but often overemphasized and misunderstood, with a need for balance in dosage and timing.
Carbohydrates Friends Not Foes: Carbs are vital for athletes and general health, with overhype on sugar's negative impact often missing the nuanced truth.
Women's Nutrition: Science on female-specific needs is growing but outpaced by marketing; tailored strategies addressing real-life challenges are crucial.
Metabolic Flexibility: A crucial determinant of how effectively one can manage multiple energy sources, hindered by excessive and improper consumption.
Simplicity and Customization: Individualized advice based on personal rhythms and simple guidelines often yields more sustainable results than rigid or trendy diets.

More About Dr. Maaike Kruseman:

Maaike Kruseman, PhD is a Registered Dietitian based in Switzerland with a background in life sciences.

After a career in academia—focusing on sports nutrition, weight loss maintenance, and public health—she founded MK-Nutrition, a private practice in Geneva specializing in nutrition and dietetics. Her work centers on sports nutrition and weight management, supporting both athletes and patients referred by physicians.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Kruseman is actively involved in education, delivering lectures, and teaching in various academic settings.

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The Gut–Thyroid Axis: What Most Clinicians Miss

Sat, 18 Apr 2026

In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Izabella Wentz, pharmacist and leading expert in thyroid and autoimmune disorders, breaks down why thyroid disorders—especially Hashimoto's—are often misunderstood and improperly managed. Rather than viewing thyroid dysfunction as an isolated gland issue, she presents a systems-based framework centered on autoimmunity, gut health, nutrient deficiencies, and environmental triggers. Listeners will learn why conventional treatment frequently falls short, how to identify underlying drivers of thyroid dysfunction, and what practical, evidence-informed strategies can restore energy, metabolism, and immune balance.

Key takeaways:

Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disorder that targets the thyroid gland, making it crucial to address immune dysfunction alongside thyroid hormone imbalances.
Key lifestyle changes, such as balancing blood sugar and reducing stress, are essential for managing thyroid health and preventing autoimmune flares.
Gluten and dairy are significant dietary triggers that can exacerbate thyroid-related symptoms and should be eliminated for optimal health outcomes.
Supporting gut health through targeted interventions can drastically improve thyroid functionality and reduce autoimmune responses.
Personalized diagnostics and liver detoxification play a vital role in optimizing thyroid health and managing autoimmune thyroid conditions effectively.

More About Dr. Izabella Wentz:

Dr. Izabella Wentz, PharmD, FASCP, is a clinical pharmacist, New York Times bestselling author, and internationally recognized expert in thyroid health and autoimmunity. Known as the "Thyroid Pharmacist," she specializes in uncovering the root causes of Hashimoto's thyroiditis and related chronic conditions. After her own diagnosis in 2009, she developed evidence-based lifestyle and nutrition protocols that have helped hundreds of thousands of people worldwide restore their health. She is the author of multiple bestselling books and host of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast.

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Women Who Are Over-Supplementing and Undernourished

Sat, 11 Apr 2026

Why are so many women over-supplemented… yet still undernourished?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Beth Westie, a Functional Medicine Practitioner & a dedicated advocate for women's health and hormone balance, to unpack a growing issue I see in practice every day. Too many women are relying on supplements to fix deeper problems, without addressing the foundation of their health — proper nutrition, absorption, and lifestyle.

We dive into the common pitfalls, including chronic under-eating, poor dietary habits, and the overuse of supplements that may not be targeting the root cause. Dr. Westie shares valuable insights on nutrient absorption, genetic factors like MTHFR, and why focusing on whole-body physiology is far more effective than chasing isolated symptoms.

If you're looking to take a smarter, more sustainable approach to women's health, this episode will challenge you to rethink the role of supplements and refocus on what truly drives long-term results: nourishment, balance, and personalized care.

Key takeaways:

Many women believe they are not doing enough when they are doing too much of the wrong things, leading to the replacement of nourishment with supplementation.

Over-supplementation does not equal better health outcomes; it's crucial to build a solid nutritional foundation first.
Most prescribed supplement protocols address symptoms rather than the cause of nutrient depletion, resulting in ineffective and costly regimes.
A comprehensive understanding of nutritional needs and the body's absorption capacity is necessary to enhance health, especially regarding hormone balance and stress management.
Genuine health results from addressing the root causes of health issues, using supplements as a complementary tool along with a balanced diet and stress management techniques.

More About Dr. Beth Westie:

Dr. Beth Westie is a Functional Medicine Practitioner, chiropractor, best-selling author, and a dedicated advocate for women's health and hormone balance.

She believes that when women understand their hormones, they unlock the power to transform their health. After struggling with ovarian cysts and seeking answers from multiple doctors, she was told that birth control was her only option. Instead of accepting that answer, she turned to her Eastern medicine training, delved into research, and discovered how to naturally support her hormones through nutrition. This journey led her to develop the Eat for Your Cycle™ Method, a science-backed approach that helps women sync their nutrition with their hormones to feel their best every day.

Since then, Dr. Westie has made it her mission to change the way women view their health. As the author of The Female Fat Solution and The Female Menopause Solution, and the host of The Female Health Solution Podcast, she has helped thousands of women regain control of their bodies, balance their hormones, and optimize their health naturally.

Through her Hormone Foundations Program, online programs, and speaking engagements across the country, she is committed to putting the power back in women's hands. She doesn't just teach women how to "fix" their hormones—she empowers them with the tools to heal themselves. Because real transformation doesn't happen in a doctor's office—it happens in the choices women make every day.

Dr. Westie believes that the body has the wisdom to heal, and she is dedicated to showing women how to unlock that potential.

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The Integrative Advantage: The Chiropractic–Functional Medicine Model for Longevity

Sat, 04 Apr 2026

What happens when you combine chiropractic care with functional medicine?

In this episode, I share my journey into integrative healthcare and how a congenital condition early in life shaped my path into chiropractic. Over the years, I've seen firsthand how combining chiropractic with functional medicine creates a powerful clinical synergy, allowing us to move beyond symptom management and focus on true health optimization.

Together with Michael David, we dive into the role of systemic inflammation in cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. I break down how gut health, nutrition, and lifestyle factors influence brain function, and why addressing these root causes is essential for long-term outcomes. From the gut-brain axis to emerging therapies like non-thermal laser, this conversation bridges cutting-edge science with practical application.

If you're serious about longevity, performance, and understanding how the body truly works, this episode will challenge you to think differently. The future of healthcare is personalized, integrative, and rooted in physiology—and that's exactly where we're heading.

Key takeaways:

The importance of integrating functional medicine with chiropractic care to enhance patient outcomes, describing it as "the dynamic duo of healthcare."
He highlights chronic systemic inflammation as a central factor in age-related cognitive decline and diseases, discussing root causes and the role of diet and lifestyle in prevention.
Innovative treatments like low-level laser therapy offer promising outcomes in conditions like musculoskeletal pain and neurodegenerative diseases by improving cellular and mitochondrial health.
Nutrition is pivotal in brain health; specific dietary strategies such as ketogenic diets and targeted supplementation can mitigate or reverse the early symptoms of diseases like Alzheimer's.
Chiropractors are positioned to lead in longevity and holistic health, leveraging advancements in understanding the gut-brain axis and personalized medicine.

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Managing ME/CFS and Post-COVID Symptoms with Oxaloacetate

Fri, 27 Mar 2026

What if aging isn't just something we accept… but something we can actually influence?

In this episode, I sit down with Alan Cash, CEO of Terra Biological and a leading researcher in oxaloacetate, to break down the science behind aging and what it really takes to support longevity at the cellular level.

We dive into one of the most consistent strategies in longevity research—calorie restriction—and how it led to a powerful discovery around oxaloacetate and its role in metabolic health. From mitochondrial function and energy production to mental clarity and inflammation, this conversation connects the dots between cutting-edge science and real-world application.

We also explore its potential in addressing chronic fatigue, long COVID, and metabolic dysfunction, and how targeting these pathways may help shift the trajectory of aging itself.

If you're serious about longevity, performance, and understanding the physiology behind aging, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.

Key takeaways:

Oxaloacetate Potential: Works as an anti-aging supplement by replicating benefits seen in calorie restriction, enhancing mitochondrial density, and aiding glucose uptake.
Impact on Chronic Illness: Significant improvements recorded in patients with ME/CFS and long COVID, demonstrating increased cognitive function and reduced post-exertional malaise.
Mechanism of Action: Oxaloacetate induces energy production by increasing ATP creation efficiency, addressing chronic fatigue's energy deficiency.
Research Insights: Published studies articulate oxaloacetate's role in reducing systemic inflammation and enhancing brain function, providing hope for those with chronic diseases.
Safety and Usage: Generally well-tolerated and effective in widely varied doses, subject to medical guidance, making it a versatile option in the treatment landscape.

More About Alan Cash:

Alan Cash serves as founder and chief science officer (CSO) at Terra Biological LLC. Terra Biological LLC is a family business started in 2006 and headquartered in San Diego, California, USA. Researching into the molecular and genomic mechanisms of aging and the effects of calorie restriction on aging, Cash developed unique molecular methods and compounds to mimic calorie restriction and extend lifespan in laboratory animals.

Alan Cash has a Master of Science in physics from the University of Oklahoma. As an entrepreneur, Cash has gained recognition and awards from the White House, INC 500 business, Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Deloitte and Touche Technology Fast 50, and Top 100 Hotfirm. Cash and colleagues recently conducted clinical trials on the effects of Oxaloacetate, a nutritional supplement, for the treatment of physical and mental fatigue in ME/CFS patients. Their published results indicate significant reduction in fatigue in ME/CFS as well as Long COVID patients following treatment.