Ancient Health Podcast

In today’s episode we sit down with Grammy award-winning artist Brandon Lake to get a behind-the-scenes perspective of what it looks like to navigate seasons of pressure and opportunity. We discuss mental health, family life, relationships, and preserving your health when life’s demands are overwhelming. Through his latest album Help! Brandon touches on one of the most common health concerns people face today- loneliness and anxiety. Learn the small behaviors that can benefit your mental and emotional health and effective strategies to manage anxiety in moments of stress.

Join us today for a mini-episode from our very own Dr. Chris Motley. Learn how using a tooth chart can help you locate organ insufficiency and understand the correlation of symptoms and disease as it relates to oral health. Learn to identify what to look for in your gums and mouth to determine early signs of imbalance or infection. Dr. Motley also discusses the impact of prior dental work like extractions or root canals and infections that can take place after. This is a dense episode filled with tips, applications and teachings around rebuilding a healthy oral biome.

Dr. Perry Nickleston breaks down the importance of the lymphatic system and how many organ systems are connected with it. Many chronic diseases can be linked to the congestion of lymph flow and on this episode we learn about the ways we can improve drainage and signs that you may have stagnated lymph.

In this episode Dr. Osborne covers common misconceptions about gluten- why gluten is in more than just wheat, barley, and rye, and the appropriate testing to truly discover if you are gluten sensitive or gluten intolerant. Dr. Osborne takes us through the history of gluten, how fortified foods have denatured wheat and why many conditions and symptoms can be linked to poor health as a result of gluten exposures. We also discuss the importance of advocating for your own health and what to look for in a good provider and practitioner as well as the appropriate testing for gluten sensitivity.

On this episode Dr. Motley teaches us how hormones are made and detoxed in the body. You will learn the impact of nutrients and genetics as they relate to hormone production and their relationship to other systems in the body. This mini-teaching is a deep dive into estrogen-driven cancers and will guide you through ayurvedic and traditional chinese medicine remedies that support healthy hormones.

Nichole Hosein is an iridologist that takes us on a journey to understanding our health from the evaluation of the eye. Nichole teaches us the study of iridology and sclerology and the various characteristics that can be evaluated to understand our health better.Website: www.threesproutsholistic.com@threesproutsholistic

We are all informational beings giving off light, vibration, and energy. Using frequency medicine allows us to understand the body on the basis of how frequencies of energy move through the body. Join Dr. Motley and Dr. Dowty as they discuss what frequency medicine is, and how environmental exposures and physical traumas can lead to deficiencies and disease in the body.

Brendan Vermiere is the founder of Metabolic Solutions LLC and a functional mental health practitioner certification. In this episode, he takes us through the real drivers of brain imbalances and shares his one non-negotiable health priority. Brendan also shares how medication and data (lab testing) are influencing decision-making in the health field.

Kiran Krishnan is a Research Microbiologist and has been involved in the dietary supplement and nutrition market for the past 18 years. He comes from a University research background having spent several years with hands-on R&D in the fields of molecular medicine and microbiology at the University of Iowa. Kiran established a Clinical Research Organization where he designed and conducted dozens of human clinical trials in human nutrition.Kiran is also a co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Microbiome Labs. He is currently involved in 16 novel human clinical trials on probiotics and the human microbiome. Kiran is also on the Scientific Advisory Board or a Science Advisor for 7 other companies in the industry.In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Kiran to discuss how nutritional health affects your microbiome and how your microbiome levels affect your overall health.

Mimi Bouchard is a thought leader in the self-improvement + wellness space. She has helped thousands transform their lives through her actionable and pragmatic approach to personal development. Mimi's guided meditation platform Superhuman has amassed thousands of subscribers that swear by the practice daily. Her top 100 Apple podcast “MIMI” has almost 4 million unique downloads.On this episode, we sit down with Mimi Bouchard to chat about about envisioning your best self through active meditations. Mimi shares her journey that led to the development of her Superhuman app- a platform developed for people from all walks and seasons of life to step into their higher calling. Learn how she overcame personal struggles, built a 7 figure business, and the why behind her passion to change the experience of meditation.

In this episode, Dr. Chris Motley shares about mental health and brain vitality: How infections, environmental exposures, and nutrition are all connected to brain health.

Todd McCullough (TMAC) is the founder of TMAC FITNESS, a home fitness program that has helped more than 20,000 people get in shape and get their MIND RIGHT. After suffering numerous injuries during his college football days, Todd joined a yoga studio and discovered a way to move with his physical restrictions. This led him to merge his new passion for yogawith athletic training — and TMAC FITNESS was born. His signature program is TMAC 20: 20 Minute Workouts. No Equipment. No Excuses. Each workout ends with a brief meditation, AKA the MIND RIGHT MEDITATION.In this episode, we sit down with Todd McCullough to discuss meditation/prayer and its connection to working out: using meditation to shock the system, strategies for adding prayer to your workouts, and what the #mindright meditation is.

Mike and Angie Lee are a brother and sister duo who cofounded an 8-figure wellness brand — Soul CBD. Mike is a world-ranked professional boxer was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease in 2014 that almost ended his career. In and out of hospitals for over two years, he began searching for all-natural alternatives which lead him to discover CBD and all of its incredible physical and mental benefits! Angie is a highly sought after speaker, wellness influencer, professional podcaster & serial entrepreneur. In 2016, she started her podcast “The Angie Lee Show” in her closet with a $40 mic and has grown it to a top women’s wellness + business podcast with over 15 million downloads. Together, they felt that creating Soul CBD would be the perfect way to share their knowledge while helping others to defeat whatever battles with pain they may be facing. In this episode, we sit down with Mike and Angie Lee to discuss natural health and wellness remedies from the perspective of Mike’s professional athletic career experiences and Angie’s experiences with anxiety and ADHD: life after being a pro athlete and stepping into an entrepreneurial role, CBD education — what is and what it isn’t, and wellness and energy hacks for living life to the fullest!

Patrick K. Porter, PhD is an award-winning author, educator, consultant, entrepreneur, and speaker. With 20 years of experience operating the largest self-help franchise in the world, he has become a highly sought-after expert within the personal improvement industry, having sold over 3 million of his self-help products worldwide. His newest brain-training platform, BrainTap is distinctively designed to activate the brain’s neuroplasticity. Dr. Porter also is dean of mind-based studies at the International Quantum University of Integrative Medicine (IQUIM). In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Patrick Porter to chat about mindset, sleep patterns/waves healing the body, neuroplasticity in the brain, brain tapping, and the mechanisms that BrainTap uses.

Mckel Hill is a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Nutritionist with a Master’s of Science degree in Clinical Nutrition and Human Ecology from The Ohio State University. She is the founder of the Mindful Nutrition Method, an online group coaching and course for women who want to create balanced eating habits for life and has been featured in Oprah.com, Women's Health, Today's Dietitian, Healthline, Shorty Awards, The Good Life by Dr. Oz, and more.In this episode, we sit down with Mckel Hill to discuss the behavioral and cognitive components of relationships with food: finding balance in nutrition, habits driven by mindset, misconceptions when it comes to finding your best eating rhythms, and how her Mindful Program helps women break free from the traps of food obsession.

Dr. Jaban Moore is a DC located in Kansas City, MO who works virtually with clients all around the world. At age 25, he went from being an award-winning top athlete in college to feeling like he couldn’t even get out of bed. He later was diagnosed with Lyme disease, and dedicates his practice to helping clients get to the root cause of their chronic illness. Dr. Moore specializes in Lyme disease and co-infections, PANS/PANDAS, autism, heavy metals, parasites, gut health, mitochondrial support, and other viruses and pathogens.On this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jaban Moore to discuss what parasites are and where they come from, who is most susceptible to getting them, how chemical toxins play a role in pathogen infections, and how mold can be connected to chronic gut infections!

On this mini-episode, Dr. Chris Motley shares how to create more energy in your body to help you balance weight and metabolism, fight fatigue and infection, or deal with joint pain and brain fog: what you should cut out of your diet, what you need to look for, and mindset for energy production.

Rebekah Lyons is an author, speaker, podcast and retreat host who focuses on helping others take charge of their emotional health through practicing rhythms. In this episode, we it down with Rebekah Lyons to discuss truths and solutions to help you restore the life giving rhythms that help you fulfill your greatest potential: the distinction between behind consuming and creating, assessing the in-puts of your day to day, and practicing non-negotiobles that truly matter!

Jenna Kutcher guides millions of listeners each week in chasing their dreams on her marketing podcast, The Goal Digger. A born-and-raised Minnesota wife, mother, and entrepreneur, Jenna has helped women all over the world redefine success and wake up to their lives through her decade-long work as a leading online educator. She is the author “How Are You Really?”, a motivational telling of maximizing your life! On this episode, Dr. Josh Axe sits down with Jenna Kutcher to discuss the power of mindset in finding joy in life: how to be a better leader in business and with your family, overcoming limiting beliefs, and how to recognize what’s important for yourself in order to drive your mental and physical health!

Dr. Bill Rawls is a licensed physician of over 30 years, and has dedicated his life to medicine. When a health crisis in his early forties abruptly changed his quality of life, he came face to face with the limitations of modern medicine and began to explore the vast possibilities of alternative treatments. Restoring his health through holistic and herbal therapies inspired him to share his revelations on the importance of cellular wellness. Today, he works to bring health and vitality to others as he helps them establish their own paths to wellness through modern herbology.In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Bill Rawls to chat about cellular health, the link between herbs and cellular health, the difference between herbs and vitamins, the applications of herbs in your daily life, and considerations that people should be aware of when using herbs in conjunction with prescription drugs.

Caytlyn Dee is the founder of Integrative Pelvic Care. This body of work is a portal to integrating every part of our being back into a relationship with our powerful center. She offers online programs and in person retreats for women all over the world to connect and heal in sisterhood: hosted in Denver, CO and Dublin, Ireland.In this episode, we sit down with Caytlyn Dee to chat about pelvic floor health: how the body and your organs are impacted by that core area, why the pelvis is so important, how the nervous system and fascia is connected to pelvic care, and advice for anyone ready to start their pelvic healing journey!

Dr. John Delony is a mental health expert who has spent more than two decades in crisis response and senior leadership, while earning two PhDs along the way. He also is the author of two best-selling books and is the host of The Dr. John Delony Show.In this episode, we sit down with Dr. John Delony to discuss the topic of mental health in relation to anxiety, trauma response, and the notion of healing yourself in order to help heal others.

On this mini-episode, Dr. Chris Motley shares how the 5 Elements in Traditional Chinese Medicine interact with each other from a personality level: How elements feed each other and counterbalance one another, yin and yang types in all elements, healing your community with understanding about how different personalities operate based on their elements, as well as a bit on the main emotions correlated with specific elements!

In this episode, Dr. Josh Axe answers your numerous nutrition and health questions. We discuss what to gravitate towards when grocery shopping for meat, naturally healing your allergies with local honey, incorporating local produce when possible for optimal nutrients, all the different kinds of milks and what is best, when the best time to do a liver cleanse is, matching your lifestyle with the changing seasons, and more!

Jeff Tkach is the Chief Impact Officer at the Rodale Institute — the global leader in regenerative organic agriculture for over 70 years. Jeff also served on the Rodale Institute’s Board of Directors in 2016, where he was instrumental in fostering relationships between the organization and business leaders in the organic food industry. In this episode, we wit down with Jeff Tkach to discuss soil health, regenerative organic agriculture, and its direct impact on our health and the planet.

Evan Brand is a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner and Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner who has transformed the lives of thousands of clients with his online practice by finding and fixing the root causes of fatigue, depression, anxiety, digestive, and other issues. He's accumulated over 16 million downloads of his podcast and has been featured on hundreds of other health podcasts, webinars, summits, and practitioner training events. In this episode, we sit down with Evan Brand to discuss a couple root causes of chronic illnesses — parasites and mold. He shares the various ways those can appear and stay in your system through misdiagnoses, as well as what to look for and how to get rid of them.

On this mini-episode, Dr. Chris Motley shares how to help your metabolism by strengthening the organs related to your element: Fire, Earth, Metal, Water, and Wood.If this podcast interests you, head to our website to learn more about the Health Institute and our newest Functional Nutrition Course launching soon!Join our waitlist:https://www.thehealthinstitute.com/ahn-workshop1

Dr. Chelsea Axe is an expert in the field of natural health, fitness, functional movement, and nutrition. She is also a mother dedicated to nurturing her child and maintaining a healthy household!On this episode, we sit down with Dr. Chelsea Axe to discuss the different seasons of life, learning motherhood through your own experiences, different birthing styles and finding what works best for you, breastfeeding, balancing parenthood with your partner, and filling your needs as a parent.

Daniel DeBaun is an internationally recognized expert in EMF radiation, EMF shielding, and EMF-related health issues with special focus on the effect of exposure from mobile devices such as laptops, tablets, and cell phones. He is the co-author of Radiation Nation: The Fallout of Modern Technology, and the CEO of DefenderShield, the world leader in EMF radiation protection solutions.On this episode, we sit down with Daniel DeBaun to discuss the various effects and dangers of EMF radiation from our growing technology, 5G and how it works, current FCC radiation exposure standards, what sources of EMF are most concerning, and how we can minimize exposure in our daily lives.

Courtney Swan is an integrative nutritionist and "real foodist" on a mission to change the way America eats. She received her masters of Science (MS) in Nutrition and Integrative Health from Maryland University of Integrative Health, and her instagram “@realfoodology” educates people on the realities of the food industry and how to eat healthy with real foods.On this episode, we sit down with Courtney Swan to discuss the real food and organic movement: processed foods and the big companies who prioritize selling product over health,the highly addicting amounts of added sugar in almost all processed foods, the important benefits and reality of regenerative agriculture vs. mass GMO farming, and thedangerous effects and unsettling history of pesticides.

"It’s hard to tell, but most wines sold today are mass produced products. They can include high levels of sugar, alcohol, and 76 FDA-approved additives."Todd White is the co-founder of Dry Farm Wines: a company that organically grows its grapes on family farms, independently lab tests its wines for purity, and is sugar-free with no additives.On this episode, we sit down with Todd White to discuss the additives in the mass production of most wines, the problems with traditional grape-vine irrigation versus Dryfarm’s chemical free farming, conscious alcohol consumption, differences between organic and natural wines, and sugar content in wines.Code: Dryfarmwines.com/draxe Get a bundle and 1 extra bottle for just 1 penny!

Dr. Jade Teta is an is integrative physician, author, and expert in the realm of natural health, fitness, metabolism and self-development. His latest book, “Next Level Metabolism” is everything metabolism from his physician and biochemistry background. On this episode, we sit down with Dr. Teta to discuss the major differences in metabolism between men and women, how POPS (persistent organic pollutants) affect us, why over-exercise and diets don’t work, and the importance of being in tune with your unique body to develop your most effective training/health plan.

Max Lugavere is a filmmaker, health and science journalist and the author of the New York Times best-seller Genius Foods and is also the host of the top iTunes health podcast "The Genius Life." Max's new book "Genius Kitchen" officially launches today, so make sure to pick up a copy!On this episode, we sit down with Max to discuss which foods provide the optimal brain fuel, why we are seeing neurodegeneration in younger generations, how to incorporate "genius foods," all while addressing health myths that so many have fallen victim to.

Dr. Anna Cabeca, known as The Girlfriend Doctor, is addressing the questions that many women have in their youth and late adulthood about what hormone disruption.Why are we seeing hormone disruption in young women?Can hormone issues in youth affect menopause later?What are some ways to help balance out our hormones?How can trauma relate to hormone disruption?Dr. Anna has a new book coming out, called MenuPause, that helps women to overcome the symptoms they face when entering that next stage in life! Pre-order now.Find her on instagram @thegirlfrienddoctor and follow the @ancienthealthinstitute for tips and tricks on how to optimize your health journey.

Marilee Nelson is the founder of Branch Basics non-toxic cleaning products, and on this episode she shares her life-changing story of how she ended up down this path, starting when her son was just 10 years old. She talks about the true cost of these toxic cleaning products, and the repercussions that have followed for so many people. Looking to try a non-toxic cleaning brand? Use code "AncientHealth" for 15% off Branch Basics Starter Kits!

Sophia Ruiz is CEO and founder of Sana Skin, a holistic botanical beauty company, published researcher, integrative esthetician, and holistic health advocate. On this episode Dr. Motley sits down with Sophia to discuss the root cause of acne and why many women are seeing such widespread skin issues as they head into their 20s and 30s. Sophia also talks about how both the MTHFR gene can play a huge role in inflammation + acne flare ups. Learn more about Sophia Ruiz at https://curve-wellness.com/

On this episode we welcome lymphatic massage drainage expert, Lisa Levitt Gainsley, who shares with us how maintaining a healthy immune system starts with proper lymph flow. Lisa does a wonderful job at explaining the lymphatic system, how it works, as well as its role when it comes to the immune system and infections. Lisa also educates on how to properly do a lymphatic massage and red flags to look for!Use AXE150 for $150 off Lisa Gainsley's Lymphatic Massage Course!https://www.thelymphaticmessage.com/online-course

On this solo episode, Dr. Chris Motley breaks down the 5 Chinese Elements and explains the different organs associated with each of the elements. He also gives great insights as to the different types of foods, flavors and cravings that pair well with different elements based on the organs associated!

On this episode Dr. Donna Mazzola, aka @drautoimmunegirl, provides great wisdom as well as tips that can help empower both men and women who are on their journeys to healing from an autoimmune condition. She explains that it is more important to look at the systemic inflammation being caused rather than just the organ that is being affected by a condition. Follow along for more at the @ancienthealthinstitute & @drautoimmunegirl!

In this episode, Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy sits down with host Courtney Bursich to discuss the current state of affairs when it comes to the cancer treatment model, and some of the alternative approaches she takes when providing care for patients. She reinforces how important it is to always give empowering choices as opposed to dooming ultimatums when it comes to the holistic approach. Dr. Connealy also discusses how unresolved psychological trauma can lead to disease genesis. Download the episode to learn more!

On this episode, Dr. Kelly Blodgett discusses with hosts Courtney & Dr. Motley what it truly means to view the teeth as a living part of the body and how our oral health can give us signs that there are other imbalances in the body that need to be addressed!

In this episode, Courtney Bursich sits down to talk with Dr. Chris Motley about powers of superfoods and how to use them during different parts of the healing journey. Dr. Motley goes on to explain consuming 'more' superfoods doesn't always equate to 'more' healing and that finding powerful remedies takes just the right herbs and spices that are bioindividual to your needs.

Guest Dr. Anis Khalaf joins host Courtney Bursich as they discuss the alternative view as a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner. In the episode, we shed light on the different silos of medicine, common myths about TCM, and how Chinese element types play into nature!

In this episode, Dr. Josh Axe is joined by Dr. Chris Motley and Courtney Bursich as they discuss ancient health models versus the current western approach. New episodes will drop every Tuesday, so download and subscribe!

Dr. Axe's brother, Dr. Jordan Axe returns in this episode to dive a bit deeper on his own personal health issues and the journey that led him to follow in his brother's footsteps. Dr. Jordan shares his wealth of knowledge in the field of integrative testing, which he utilizes regularly in his functional medicine practice. From food sensitivity tests to GI map gut testing, Dr. Jordan explains it all and how certain tests may help guide you along your own health journey.Learn more about Dr. Jordan Axe:https://axeholisticmedicine.com/contact-us/

In this episode, co-host Naomi Whittel is joined by Catharine Arnston to discuss the power or algae and the benefits of an alkaline diet. After her sister's cancer diagnosis, Catharine was sent down the path of researching alkaline foods and ultimately discovered algae. After realizing the tremendous impact algae can have on our health, she ultimately started the company ENERGYbits, where she offers algae products in supplement form.Learn more about Catharine:https://www.energybits.com/about-us/catharine-arnston.htmlLearn more about ENERGYbits:https://www.energybits.com/Learn more about co-host Naomi Whittel:https://naomiw.com

In this episode, Dr. Chris Motley is joined by Charity Morgan to discuss her journey in embracing plant-based nutrition, as well as the challenges and opportunities presented to her as a trained chef. They discuss nutrition myths, the distinction between macros and micros, and how to approach diets through the lens of habit formation. Have you considered trying a plant-based diet or are just merely curious? This episode is for you!Chef Charity Morgan is most certainly more than a chef, as the many professional athletes and celebrities she has cooked for will attest. Charity Morgan provides vegan meal preparation to several NFL players, and celebrities across the board. She has been featured in The Game Changers movie, an award-winning documentary produced by James Cameron, and is the author of the book, "Unbelievably Vegan: 100+ Life-Changing, Plant-Based Recipes", which is now available for pre-orderLearn more about Chef Charity Morgan:https://www.charitymorgan.com/

In this episode, co-host Naomi Whittel is joined by Dr. Lara Briden to discuss hormonal health, menopause and more. Dr. Briden's background of evolutionary biology and naturopathic medicine inform her unique perspective on these fascinating topics, which can be found on full display in her latest book, "Hormone Repair Manual: Every Woman's Guide to Healthy Hormones After 40".Lara Briden is a naturopathic doctor and author of the bestselling books Period Repair Manual and Hormone Repair Manual. She has more than 20 years’ experience in women’s health and currently has consulting rooms in Christchurch, New Zealand, where she treats women with PCOS, PMS, endometriosis, perimenopause, and many other hormone- and period-related health problems.Learn more about Dr. Lara Briden: https://www.larabriden.comLearn more about co-host Naomi Whittel:https://naomiw.com

Dr. Axe is joined by America's career coach, Ken Coleman, to discuss finding purpose through work and all that follows, including mental and physical health. Ken's new book, "From Paycheck to Purpose", dives into the seven stages to discovering and doing work that gives you both a great income AND big impact.Ken Coleman is the #1 national bestselling author of The Proximity Principle and nationally syndicated host of The Ken Coleman Show. Pulling from his own personal struggles, missed opportunities and career successes, Ken helps people discover what they were born to do and provides practical steps to make their dream job a reality. The Ken Coleman Show is a caller-driven career show that helps listeners who are stuck in a job they hate or searching for something more out of their career. Learn more about Ken:ramseysolutions.com/ken-colemanLearn more about "From Paycheck to Purpose":https://www.ramseysolutions.com/store/books/from-paycheck-to-purpose-by-ken-coleman

In this episode, co-host Naomi Whittel is joined by entrepreneur, film producer and activist Ryland Engelhart. They dive deep into the topic of gratitude and its impact on living life to the fullest. They also discuss the shared passion of regenerative agriculture, which is a central focus of Ryland's work. He presents a hopeful yet candid outlook on the challenges we face ahead.Ryland is the Co-Founder & Executive Director of Kiss the Ground. He is also a co-creator of the award- winning, transformational documentary film, “May I Be Frank” and is the host of Kiss the Ground's "We Can Do This Podcast."Learn more about Ryland Engelhart:https://kisstheground.com/about-us/our-team/ryland-engelhart/Learn more about Kiss the Ground: https://kisstheground.com/Learn more about co-host Naomi Whittel:https://naomiw.com