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Today’s guest is Dr. Guillermo Ruiz. He is passionate about advancing naturopathic practices with an evidence-based medicine approach for issues like Auto-Immune Disorders, Hormone Balance, Thyroid Disease, Heavy Metal Toxicity, and infectious disease. He practices medicine at Integrative Health in Scottsdale, Arizona, with Dr. Alan Christianson, who many of you have probably heard of. He also hosts a podcast called “30/30 Health” where he interviews the most influential personalities in the health movement. It’s such an honor to have him with us today! Youtube Version: https://youtu.be/JtGfCzrJwoA Dr. Ruiz Site: www.3030strong.com/ Starter Questions: Tell us about yourself, how did you get your start in medicine, and where did you find your passion for naturopathic practice? One of the things I know you are really passionate about is research, what is one of the projects that you have going on right now that you are really excited about? I first head of you through your work with Paleo FX, and we have a lot of listeners who eat Paleo, or mostly Paleo, because of different auto-immune and hormonal issues. Is the Paleo diet something that you are passionate about for everyone, or are you on more of a case by case basis with that, depending on their issues? Before we get to listener questions, tell me about your diet, I always like to ask my guest to walk my listeners through a day in the life. What did you eat yesterday, and when did you eat? Yesterday was the Super Bowl so that could affect your answer! Listener Questions: Q1 - 21:49 I am always trying to figure out what is wrong with me LOL! My thyroid is functioning a lot better- I’ve been eating 95% Paleo, and also fasting in about a 6-hour window. But I am still feeling some of the symptoms that I attributed to my thyroid issues, like being constantly tired and constantly cold. My most recent bloodwork showed my iron as being really low, and borderline anemic. Do you think this could be at the root of my issues? And if so, what are some of the best ways to improve my iron levels? - Shannon in Northern Virginia Q2 - 29:18 Q: I have had three Urinary Tract Infections in the past 6 months. I have been seeing someone new and heard that can cause the infections, which made the first one explainable. But they keep coming back! Is there such a thing as chronic UTIs? Or am I doing something horrible to my body that could be causing them? I feel like I am spending the majority of my life going to the bathroom, or in pain! - Anonymous Q3 - 34:21 Q: Everywhere I turn, I am hearing about celery juicing! I remember you talking about it a few months ago, and since then, it has become such a trend! Can you talk some more about the benefits of celery juice, a vegetable that I thought until recently, was mostly water! Also, I can’t stand the taste of the juice, but I don’t mind eating it. Will I get the same effects if I eat celery instead of drinking it/? - Madeline in Chesapeake Q4 - 42:18 Q: My friend had me give myself an at home iodine test to check my levels, where I applied something to my skin, and it soaked up all the iodine, which meant my levels were low. Iodine is something that has never been on my radar as something I need to be concerned with, and now I am like “great that’s one more thing”! Why has my doctor never talked about this, and is this something I should be worried about? What is the function of Iodine, and what are some ways I should get more of it? The most obvious is iodized salt, but there are so many mixed reviews on salt these days! - Melissa in Fresno Closing: Where can our listeners follow your work, and check out your podcast? --------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Dr. Anna Cabeca is a triple board certified, Emory University trained physician and hormone expert. She was diagnosed with early menopause at age 38, and her health journey has sparked her to help change the lives of thousands of women across the globe through her transformation programs, her successful line of all natural products, and now, her book. If you are listening to this podcast on the day it is released, her new book, “The Hormone Fix” is available TODAY! and other empowering transformation programs have helped women of all ages become their best selves again. She’s on a whirlwind press tour in New York City right now, and it is such an honor to have her on the show! Video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtkHIgMj8Ck&feature=youtu.be Dr. Cabeca's website: https://drannacabeca.com/ --------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Today’s guest is president of the Intensive Dietary Management Program, which she founded with her partner Dr. Jason Fung, who I am sure you are all familiar with. She coaches clients all over the world, teaching them the principles that allowed her to lose 60 pounds herself and maintain that healthy lifestyle. It’s such an honor to have her on the show today, please welcome Megan Ramos! Video Version: https://youtu.be/c9W1EHdiaVc Megan's Website: https://idmprogram.com/ STARTER QUESTIONS: Tell us a little about your health journey? through all of my interviews, I have found a common theme that most people have a huge personal “Why” for what they do. How did IDM come to be? From what I understand, it started small and has just BLOWN up! You guys offer a great community, both on Facebook, and Live Q and As and different forums, as well as individualized coaching. Can you tell us more about everything that IDM offers? I know that personally, you tend to follow the Ketogenic diet for the most part, with a few cheats here and there. I don’t follow the Keto diet, but it seems like there are a lot of Intermittent Fasting fans out there who also eat Ketogenic. How do these two go hand in hand? People ask me all the time if you can be in Ketosis without eating Keto. A question that I like to ask every guest, is what is a day in the life of Megan like? Can you tell us what you eat from the time you wake up until you go to bed at night? What hours do you eat and fast, etc? Take yesterday for example. Today, I want to do something a little different. Our podcast started out talking about Intermittent Fasting, and it is really the backbone of the show, though we have guests that come on and talk about all kinds of things like Thyroids, Hormones, Gut Health, etc. But today I really want to get back to the basics of Intermittent Fasting and have you debunk 5 of the Most Common Intermittent Fasting Myths that we hear all the time. So I’m going to share the myths, and you will respond to them. Ready? MYTHS: Myth #1- 25:50 - Intermittent fasting will cause my metabolism to slow down because my body will think it’s starving. Myth #2- 28:20 - Intermittent fasting is bad for my blood sugar. If I don’t eat sugar every couple hours, I will see my blood sugar drop and I will pass out and feel week. Myth #3- 30:10 - When I am following Intermittent fasting, I can eat whatever I want and as much as I want, as long as it is in my eating window. Myth #4- 31:36 - It is not safe to workout while Intermittent fasting. I need to eat carbs and sugar before working out. Listener Questions: Q1 - 40:04 I was listening to a doctor on another podcast recently who mentioned that he does Intermittent Fasting for half of the year, every year, from January-June. He did not really give his reasoning why but said he had been doing this for many years. This was the first I heard of a regimen like this, and I am assuming since he was a Dr that there was some reason for it. Do you know of any benefits to intense Intermittent Fasting for a short portion of the year, and “normal” eating for the rest of the year? Joyce in Colorado Q2 - 43:00 I love your show but I feel like I’ve listened to different people, and different people recommend different supplements and I love all the different people, but I keep adding different supplements every time I listen to a new show. I’m up to 14 different ones and I think this is too much and out of control with too many supplements. How many is too many, and is there 1 that I should be taking for sure, and how can I dial this number down. Judy Calgary Q3 - 50:04 I have been doing the Keto diet for the past couple months, and since then I have joined several Facebook groups of people who are doing the same. I have noticed several comments when people are talking about a specific food item or recipe, where they will say “Such and such is low carb, but it’s not keto”, or some people will refer to their personal diets like low carb but not keto. Can you explain the difference in the low carb diet and the Keto Diet? -Tarryn in Bedford Q4 - 53:06 I have been consistent with Intermittent Fasting for 3 months now, and I can’t believe the results I am seeing! Not only in my weight loss, but with my mental clarity and energy. 6 days a week, I eat in a 6-hour window, typically from noon to 6 pm. The only exception to my eating window is my morning coffee. I have found some flavored Keurig cups that don’t appear to have any calories or sugar, but the ingredients say: “Coffee and other natural flavors”. I am not someone who likes to ask questions that I can easily find on Google, but I have literally spent hours trying to find an answer for this online, and haven’t come to any conclusions! It’s not just one Keurig cup brand either, I notice a trend in these “other natural flavors” with no explanation. Will these flavors break my fast, and hurt my weight loss, even if they appear to be calorie free? Jenna in Connecticut Q5 - 54:47

Check out this Podcast Preview from episode 77 with Adam Schaeuble. Adam is the creator of the Million Pound Mission podcast. He is on a mission to help others lose a collective one million pounds. He also runs a boot camp, a university, and he does coaching because he is passionate about helping people! In this clip, Adam Schaeuble shares some tips for keeping weight off after you lose it! full episode: https://chantelray.podbean.com/e/wa77/ video version: https://youtu.be/P967FR38tXk

Welcome back to the Waist Away podcast! Today’s guest is a new friend of the show. Chantel met him when she appeared on his podcast a few weeks ago, the Million Pound Mission. He is on a mission to help others lose a collective one million pounds. He also runs a boot camp, a university, and he does coaching because he is passionate about helping people. It’s an honor to have Adam Schaeuble on the show today! Adam's website: https://www.transformationcoach.me/about-adam-schaeuble video version: https://youtu.be/P967FR38tXk Listener Questions: I have never had a problem with losing weight, I am able to cut weight anytime I need to by modifying my diet and exercise. My problem has always been with maintaining my weight. As soon as I hit my weight loss goals, I let my foot off the gas, and slowly gain it back. What advice do you have to help make my weight loss last? - Shawn in Tampa Q2 - 21:47 I’ve been trying to be more mindful of my sugar consumption and applying the two bite rule, not having more than three bites of anything super sweet. I want to know if I should be applying the same rule to fruit? It seems like everyone is so divided on this topic, some people say I should eat as many fruits and veggies as I crave, while others say I need to eliminate or severely limit my fruit intake. What’s your opinion on this? - Jerry in Harrisonburg Q3 - 24:28 In your book, you talk about not depriving yourself of the foods that you love, and how you allow yourself to eat what you’re craving on occasion. My problem is that I can’t stop once I start. If I am craving chicken nuggets from Chick Fil A, just 5 won’t do it…I will eat and eat 20 nuggets. For this reason, I rarely allow myself to indulge. I wish I could just have a couple nuggets, for example, and be satisfied! Do you have any tips to help me stop? I need to find the balance between deprivation and binging! - Anonymous Q4 - 29:15 I have been doing Intermittent Fasting and steadily losing weight for almost a year now. I am super close to my goal weight. During this year, I haven’t really done much exercise, but at the beginning of the year, I started working out consistently. I am really loving the workouts, they make me feel great! But the problem is I have noticed that the scale is stalling. Where I was consistently losing weight every month, I have been stuck for almost a month now! I am burning calories, and sticking to a 6 hour window 5 days a week, and a 2 hour window two days a week. Recently, my friend told me that maybe I am not losing weight since I am gaining muscle with my workouts. Do you think this is the case? I always remember hearing that muscle weighs more than fat. Is this really true? When will I start to see the scale drop again? - Heather in Chesapeake Q5 - 32:57 On my journey to cut back on sugar, I have come across some sugar substitutes that I really like. My favorite one is Swerve. I know that Aspartame is really horrible for you, but I am wondering your opinion on Swerve? What is your opinion on things like Coconut sugar and monk fruit? - Angela in Mckinney, TX Q6 - 35:56 I have a bunch of friends doing the Whole 30 this month and posting about it. I am shocked how things like potatoes and corn are encouraged in this plan, and appear to be unlimited! I know that these things have a lot of carbs in them, and even corn is really closer to being a grain than a vegetable. If these things are prepared naturally (obviously not deep fried LOL), should I be concerned with my intake? Also, what is your opinion on Whole 30? - Lauren in Chesapeake Q7 - 38:59 I want to get your opinion on cheat meals. I seem to get mixed reviews! Some people tell me they are awesome to give a little shock to your metabolism and help satisfy whatever you are craving, and some people tell me that they are not good. What do you think? My personal issue with cheat meals tends to be that often they can turn into a cheat day, then a cheat weekend! LOL. - Paris in Northern VA Q8 - 43:20 I LOVE INTERMITTENT FASTING! I have been eating from 12-6 each day and have lost almost 20 lbs in just 3 months! The weight was coming off steadily, but now is starting to stall. The one thing I do enjoy during my fasting hours is a Sugar Free Coffee Syrup. I assumed it was fine since there is no sugar and very few calories, but have been reading up a little on how sometimes these artificial sugars can trick the body into believing they are real sugar and causing the insulin to rise. Should I completely avoid this while I am on the fast? I love having this every morning, it really helps me power through the fast! - Courtney in FL --------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https:

Today's guest is Doctor Marisol. She's a naturopathic doctor. She is known as the queen of thrones, and she's a world leader in natural medicine! In this preview from Podcast #76 Dr. Marisol explains why your urine may be pink after eating beets and what it means about your gut health! Full audio version: https://chantelray.podbean.com/e/wa76/ Full video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-o9w0LzWuk&t=1s

Welcome back to another episode of the Waist Away podcast! Today's guest is Doctor Marisol. She's a naturopathic doctor. Because of her passion for gut health and cleansing, she is known as the “Queen of Thrones”. She's a world leader in natural medicine and we're so excited to have her on the show this week! video version: https://youtu.be/f-o9w0LzWuk Dr. Marisol's website: https://www.drmarisol.com/ LISTENER QUESTIONS Q1 - 37:37 My friend got something called the Squatty Potty. It's a stool that sits around your toilet and lifts up your knees so you're sitting like a caveman when you poop. She said this is the way nature intended us to poop, lol. I have never heard of this before and what is the truth behind it? Do you agree with it? - Joann in Virginia Beach. Q2 - 39:47 I've tried everything natural to help me go, and it seems like everything works for a short amount of time and then all of the sudden it stops working. I've tried Senna Tea, Aloe Lax, Smooth Move just to name a few. Why is it that they seem to work and then all of the sudden stop? Do you have any recommendations for something else to either drink or take as a supplement to help me go? - Natalie in Alabama Q3 - 41:39 I listened to your podcast about floating poop and I went to my doctor and he said that floating poop isn't that big of a deal. It was thought to be for a little while but that's a less popular idea now. He said it has to do with the amount of fat that you are eating, but I shouldn't be concerned. By the way, this was a general doctor, not a specialist. I feel like I'm just getting mixed messages about this because after your podcast I got the idea that it was a bad thing. I've been reading online a lot of stuff that talks about the foods that we eat that cause gas that makes the floating poop. I was surprised because some healthy things that were listed were apples, honey and prunes. What is the deal? Is it good or bad or doesn't matter? - Anonymous Q4 - 47:11 I want to have a stool test done to see what's going on and find out if my liver and gut are normal. What is the best kit I could buy to help me dive into those issues but won't cost me an arm and a leg? Something that is reliable. Also, can you just do a blood test for this or is stool better? - Angela in Myrtle Beach Q5 - 49:42 I have this problem where every time I'm in a car and airplane, somewhere that I know it's really inconvenient to go to the bathroom I have to go. Even if I'm driving to church or work locally, I have to leave 15 minutes early just in case I have to stop at a gas station and go to the bathroom. What is my problem and how do I get back to living my life? - Courtney in Fluvana. Q6 - 51:37 . Do you think CBD oil helps with constipation? It's been helping me with pain in joints, but does it help or hurt with constipation? - Jennifer in New Hampshire --------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Today’s guest is a second-time guest, Dr. Ann Louise Gittleman! She is an award-winning nutritionist and New York Times Best Selling Author of over 30 books on health and nutrition including diet, detox, women’s health, perimenopause, menopause, beauty, and the environment. SELF Magazine recognized her as one of the Top 10 Notable Nutritionists in the United States, and she’s known as the First Lady of Nutrition. In this Podcast Preview, Dr. Gittleman talks about the different types of teas that you shouldn't drink! Audio Version: https://chantelray.podbean.com/e/wa75/ Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCls4yWhREc&feature=youtu.be

Welcome back to the Waist Away Podcast! Today’s guest is the cofounder of Paleo Valley, which is an INCREDIBLE online resource, with a ton of helpful information, and a line of incredible products that she helped create. She is also one of the cohosts of the Optimize Paleo Podcast, which has become one of my favorites to listen to. Please welcome Autumn Smith! In this podcast preview, Autumn Smith explains how to cleanse your system when accidentally eat gluten. Full audio version: https://chantelray.podbean.com/e/wa74/ Full video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Is_z5WprLns&feature=youtu.be

Today’s guest is a second-time guest, Dr. Ann Louise Gittleman! She is an award-winning nutritionist and New York Times Best Selling Author of over 30 books on health and nutrition including diet, detox, women’s health, perimenopause, menopause, beauty, and the environment. SELF Magazine recognized her as one of the Top 10 Notable Nutritionists in the United States, and she’s known as the First Lady of Nutrition. It is such an honor to have her on the show again! Dr. Ann Louise Gittleman's Website: https://annlouise.com/ Bile Builder: https://unikeyhealth.com/products/bile-builder Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCls4yWhREc&feature=youtu.be Listener Questions: 04:23 - Q: A couple of my friends have been talking about trying the “Amazing Gallbladder and Liver Flush” and I wanted to see if you were familiar with this, and if it was something that you recommend? Brandy in New Hampshire 07:00 - Q: I really enjoyed your podcast with Dr Gittleman and am so excited she is coming back on the show! On the last episode, she talked about not being a big fan of kombucha, but didn’t elaborate too much. I was thrown off by this because kombucha seems to be all the rage in my healthy circles. Could you talk some more about pros and cons of kombucha, and what I should be looking out for? Lauren in North Carolina 13:20 - Q: With it being the New Year, a lot of my friends are talking about resolutions, and some of them are trying to give up coffee. Some of them say the problem with their coffee is everything that they add to it, while others say that they’ve heard caffeine ages you. One friend simply said she doesn’t want to depend on coffee to get through her day. I can give up a lot of things if I need to, but coffee would be really hard for me! What is your opinion on the pros and cons of coffee? I either drink it black, or with a little cream. Tricia in Vienna 18:11 - Q: I live right behind a police station, and recently received a letter that some heavy metals were found on site and in the water. The letter recommended that all residents with a ½ mile radius have their ground water well tested for contaminates, and said that the City Health and Public Works Department will come out and test this for free. None of my neighbors seem to be freaking out about this, but I am. Have you heard of something like this before? I have scheduled my appointment, which is a few weeks out. In the meantime, should I be avoiding my water? Drinking it, showering in it, etc. And there are the what if’s after the Health Department comes out…if they say the water is safe, should I continue business as usual, and if it is not safe, what should I do? HELP! Courtney in Virginia Beach 21:04 - Q: My mom had gallbladder issues in her 40s, and had to have it removed after a lot of pain and complications. I want to do things that promote good gallbladder health so that I can keep mine as long as possible. What kinds of foods should I be eating or avoiding, and are there any supplements that you recommend? Tracie in Winston Salem 22:55 - Anonymous Question 23:55 - Q: I deal with hypothyroidism, and have recently been learning how that is related to my bile and gallbladder. It’s all so confusing, I am trying to figure out if my gallbladder is causing thyroid issues or my thyroid is causing my gallbladder issues, but I keep hearing people talk about how I need to create healthy bile! Can you talk about how these two are related (the thyroid and the gallbladder), and the role of bile? Rose in Destin 27:16 - Q: I recently heard a doctor on another podcast talking about olive oil. He said it is the best thing ever for us, and that we can’t get enough of it, that we should be putting it on everything that we eat! I was wondering if you agree with this, first of all, and also, if there is such thing as too much healthy fats. Will the hurt my gallbladder? Kim in Ohio 30:53 - Q: I tried to give blood today, and the nurse on the bloodmobile told me that my iron was too low. This is the first I’ve heard of this being an issue for me! What are some things I can do to improve my iron? -Lexi in Norfolk 32:10 - Q: I eat really healthy, work out 5x week, have been doing Intermittent Fasting in about a 6 hour window, but I am still really tired! Everything seems to be fine except my Ferratin levels are low, while my iron is normal. What is the difference in iron levels and Ferratin levels, and could this be what is making me tired? Sarah in Providence 40:44 - Q: My thyroid is getting a little better since I’ve been fasting, but my numbers still aren’t back to normal. My doctor has said that I am low in iodine, and that I can get iodine in dairy. But I thought dairy wasn’t good for my thyroid? I am so tired of this conflicting information! What can I do to raise my iodine levels and should I be eating dairy? Becky in New York 43:24 - Q: I have been really trying to follow the 80/20 principle and have cleaned up my diet a lot, even getting rid of dairy a

Welcome back to the Waist Away Podcast! Today’s guest is the cofounder of Paleo Valley, which is an INCREDIBLE online resource, with a ton of helpful information, and a line of incredible products that she helped create. She is also one of the cohosts of the Optimize Paleo Podcast, which has become one of my favorites to listen to. Please welcome Autumn Smith! Video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Is_z5WprLns&feature=youtu.be Check out Autumn's online store: https://paleovalley.com/ (use the promo code 'autumn10' to get 10% off her products!!) SPEAKER QUESTIONS: Q1 - 02:28 I know you had some frustrations with the “healthy” foods that were on the market and all of their crazy ingredients, which just drives me crazy too! So you created a bunch of your own. How did your Paleovalley product line come to be? Q2 - 09:02 When we were preparing for this interview, you told me that one of the things you are really passionate about is educating people on micronutrient deficiency, which can rear its head in everything from dandruff to weight gain and high blood pressure. It can really lead to some serious issues, and for some people, it’s not even on their radar! Can you talk a little about this? Q3 - 11:44 Another thing that you are passionate about is functional testing, which is something I know so many of our listeners would be interested in because so many people want to know what the heck is wrong with them, or why they aren’t feeling 100%. There are so many different options out there, to check your gut, hormones, antibodies, and a bunch of other stuff. What have you learned about functional testing, and what has your experience been with it? Q4 - 15:22 Before we get started with Listener Questions, I want to ask you something that I ask all my guests…walk us through a day in the life of Autumn, what and when do you eat on a typical day? Or just tell us what you ate yesterday for example? LISTENER QUESTIONS: Q1 - 21:25 I was at one of my favorite local restaurants last week, and requested my sandwich on a gluten free bun, but I immediately felt horrible afterwards. My stomach was in knots, and I just felt so icky the rest of the day. I figure that they accidentally gave me regular bread, which has happened before. Next time this happens (which hopefully it won’t), what should I do to counteract this gluten attack? Carol in Arkansas Q2 - 25:19 I developed a really bad staph infection and had no choice but to take an antibiotic, which I ABSOLULTELY hate to do! I was scared and didn’t want it to spread. Anyways, I am done with the antibiotic, my staph infection is gone, and now I want to get my gut back in order! What can I do to get my gut health in check after wrecking it with antibiotics? Pamela in Forest, Virginia Q3 - 27:00 My friend has been obsessed with Alkaline water lately, she swears by it! I saw it for sale by the gallon at my local juice bar the other day and asked the cashier about it. She said I should start with a level 7, because if I started with a level 10, I could become violently ill and get a migraine, since I am not used to alkaline water. It struck me as odd that any sort of water could make me sick! Then I remembered something you said on your podcast about how you aren’t a fan of it, but I couldn’t remember why. What is your opinion on alkaline water, and why? Mariah in New Mexico Q4 - 30:51 I recently started eating Paleo, and am really enjoying the energy I am feeling during the day, but I have had the hardest time sleeping! I’ve also noticed that when I do sleep, I have really odd/vivid dreams. I was reading online that this is common for people who cut out sugar. Why is this? Will I go back to normal soon? Karen in Northern VA Q5 - 37:03 My questions is that my scale has not moved, and I have not lost inches. But I looked at my Christmas photos, and I look visibly smaller. My arms and even legs look more trim. How is it possible to look thinner, but the scale and measurements haven’t changed? Love your podcast, I listen every day at work! Lauri from Sparks, Nevada Q6 - 42:31 So.. I know at some point, I gotta give up cheese.. Ive always loved cheese! All of a sudden however, I have been tasting the salt immensely in the cheese.😣😣 I did pray recently to the Lord to change my taste buds to the foods he wants me to eat. I like you did, have HYPOTHYROIDISM. I know the Lord is calling me to a natural way of eating. So.. In paleo, I saw raw dairy cheese as acceptable.. So in my case, what should I do? Rosario ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always,

Hey Guys! Today we interviewed Thin Eater, Kristine Kaliebe. She has implemented many of the principles from Chantels Book "Waist Away" and we wanted to ask her a few questions! We talked about how she got into intermittent fasting, what she eats on a daily basis, how she transitioned into being sugar-free/grain-free, and everything in between! Sit back, Relax, and Enjoy! Video Version: https://youtu.be/VZ7Vp4K3izM QUESTIONS Q1 - 0:27 Kristine, tell us a little about your story and how you got into intermittent fasting. Q2 - 1:10 What has been your experience with intermittent fasting?? Q3 - 2:02 In Chantel's book, she always refers back to the HUNGER SCALE. How do you think you incorporate that into your life?? Q4 - 3:35 When would you say you stop eating?? Q5 - 4:36 Talking about the sugar-free and grain-free lifestyle…what do you do when you have that sugar craving?? Q6 - 5:30 For the most part, what does your diet consist of? Q7 - 6:27 What are your thoughts on consuming dairy? Q8 - 7:44 With living your lifestyle, do you ever find yourself wanting comfort food? Q9 - 9:11 Do you currently eat meat? Q10 - 10:28 Do you believe in binge eating during the holidays?? Q11 - 11:51 Can you give us some tips on how to avoid overeating?

In this special episode, Chantel interviews a "Thin Eater'. If you've read her book, then you're familiar with the term, but in this episode, we take an in-depth look into the lifestyle of a "Thin Eater" and glean some excellent tips and eating habits for a healthier life. Please welcome our guest Lindsay Eure! She is an entertainer, performing arts instructor, and is also a resident artist at Zeiders American Dream Theater. In this Podcast Preview, Lindsay Eure talks about only eating foods that she enjoys and not forcing herself to eat stuff she enjoys. full audio version: https://chantelray.podbean.com/e/wa73/ full video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-aq0YVd1rc

BONUS EPISODE In this special episode, Chantel interviews a "Thin Eater'. If you've read her book, then you're familiar with the term, but in this episode, we take an in-depth look into the lifestyle of a "Thin Eater" and glean some excellent tips and eating habits for a healthier life. Please welcome our guest Lindsay Eure! She is an entertainer, performing arts instructor, and is also a resident artist at Zeiders American Dream Theater. video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-aq0YVd1rc Questions: Q1 - 03:01 What does a typical day look like for you? Q2 - 07:44 If you don't love a certain food do you keep eating it? Q3 - 09:43 How do you know when you're physically hungry? Q4 - 13:24 What is a typical lunch for you? Q5 - 13:59 Do you like the feeling of being full? Q6 - 14:59 If you were craving m&m's and skittles would you eat them? Q7 - 15:47 Describe eating your favorite dessert. Q8 - 19:01 Chantel's assistant story Q9 - 20:51 Is there any type of food that you limit? Q10 - 22:40 If you were at a birthday party and they had cake, would you eat it? Q11 - 23:14 Name your favorite meat, vegetable and starch. Q12 - 25:06 What size lunch and dinner do you eat? Q13 - 26:36 Do you ever over eat? Q14 - 29:14 How often do you over eat? Q15 - 32:07 What are your top 5 favorite things to eat? Q16 - 33:54 Describe the kind of sweets that you eat. Q17 - 34:50 Describe how you eat tortilla chips. Q18 - 36:35 Do you feel like you're in bondage to food? Q19 - 37:36 What's your clean eating ratio? Q20 - 39:15 What tips do you have to not overeat? ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Today’s guest is the host of the La Vida Low Carb podcast, which I appeared on recently and had a BLAST! He is also the co- host of Keto Talk with Dr Will Cole, and the author of several books including Keto Clarity and Cholesterol Clarity, and the Complete Guide to Fasting, which he co-authored with Dr Jason Fung…it is one of my favorites! His most recent project is “Real Food Keto”, which he wrote with his wife, Christine. I am sooo excited to have them both on the show today! Please welcome Jimmy and Christine Moore. Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q2gsKCuzvR4 Jimmy's Website: http://www.livinlavidalowcarb.com STARTING QUESTIONS: For our listeners that don’t know you, tell us about both of your personal journeys, how long have you been Livin La Vida Low Carb, and what caused you to start on this journey? You’ve been “Keto” long before Keto was a popular thing, early 2000’s right? In your new book, Real Food Keto, you talk about focusing on whole foods, which is something a lot of Keto people don’t talk abo. Tell us about what makes your book different from the other books written about the keto diet? Everyone knows about the Keto diet as it pertains to weight loss, but your book digs into so many other topics like digestion and detoxification. Tell us some more about these other benefits that aren’t spoken of as much in Keto Circles? Another cool thing about the book is that it has a bunch of recipes! Did you help develop these? Which are some of your favorites in the book? What would you say some of the most common misconceptions about the Keto Diet are, and how do you combat them? Let’s talk about Intermittent Fasting. I find that a lot of Keto people have been able to easily transition into Intermittent Fasting, and vice versa. How are the two related? Before we get started with Listener Questions, I want to ask you a question I ask every guest, walk us through a day in the life of Jimmy and Christine. What do you eat on any given day, take yesterday for example? What time do you usually eat your first meal, last meal, etc. As I talked about, you have a lot going on between your podcasts, books, Youtube, etc. What is the best one stop shop that our listeners can follow you to keep posted on all that you are doing? Also, you need to tell the listeners about your Low Carb cruise which sounds like a ton of fun! Listener Questions: Q1 - 10:44 I was talking about the Keto diet with my girl friend the other day and she told me she was doing something called the Modified Keto diet which is a lot less restrictive. Are you familiar with this, and can you please explain it? Is this something that you recommend? -Samantha in New Jersey Q2 - 15:14 I have been consistently intermittent fasting for a year now, typically in a 6 hour eating window each day. The longest I’ve ever fasted is 24 hours. I want to push myself to a longer fast, but want to be safe in doing so. What are some good ways to ease into longer fasts? What is the longest amount of time that it is safe to water fast? -Cynthia in Myrtle Beach Q3 - 31:35 High Cholesterol runs in my family, and the last time I had bloodwork done, my LDL was slightly elevated. Of course, the doc wanted to put me on medication but I am not ready to do that. What can I do to try to reverse this naturally? I am 40 years old, about 20 lb overweight. -Tracie in Fort Worth Q4 - 24:53 I read something the other day about the Keto diet treating fatty liver disease. I found this to be insane since the Keto diet is a high fat diet. This really got me thinking how counter cultural this diet can seem. For example, there are some people who think I should limit the amount of red meat, and steaks, while they are a staple of the Keto diet. In the simplest way, how do you describe the benefits of a high fat diet to people who just don’t get it? Anonymous Q5 - 29:30 I am in my first week of Keto and having severe aches in my arms and legs. I haven’t been doing anything out of the ordinary as far as workouts, so I can’t help but wonder if this was related to my diet change? I started googling and saw that this is common when transitioning to Keto, and one reason I read was that my salt levels could be low? My whole life I’ve been trying to limit my salt, I’ve heard its especially bad for women and weight loss. Now I am hearing that I should be adding more salt to my food and even into my water to avoid these aches. Is this true? And if so, why? -Toni in New York Q6 - 32:19 Can you help me settle the keto alcohol debate once and for all? I am told that things like whiskey and vodka don’t contain carbs, so to my understanding, if I drink them with soda water or something like Diet Pepsi or crystal light, it should be a carb free drink? So why do some people say you can’t drink alcohol and stay in Ketosis? I’ve cut out wine and beer, and felt this was a good alternative. Also, along these lines, I’ve been told that flavored vodkas don’t have carbs in them, but can’t understan

Today's guest is Brad Kearns! He is the Co-Author of “Keto Reset Diet” which was a New York Times Bestseller. He also works with Mark Sisson to promote the Primal Blueprint lifestyle with books, seminars, retreats ,and online courses. He also hosts two podcasts, the “Get Over Yourself” Podcast and the “Primal Endurance” podcast. He’s a triathlete, and fun fact, in 2018, he TWICE broke the Guiness World Record for the fastest single hole of golf ever played. It’s such an honor to have him on the show! In this Podcast Preview, Brad Kearns talks about sex drive! Find out if it's normal for a diet change like the Keto Diet should lower your sex drive or not. Full version: https://chantelray.podbean.com/e/wa70/ Video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKUH57eZLiQ&feature=youtu.be Brad Kearns website: https://www.bradkearns.com/ ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

In this episode we talk to Brad Kearns! He is the Co-Author of “Keto Reset Diet” which was a New York Times Bestseller. He also works with Mark Sisson to promote the Primal Blueprint lifestyle with books, seminars, retreats ,and online courses. He also hosts two podcasts, the “Get Over Yourself” Podcast and the “Primal Endurance” podcast. He’s a triathlete, and fun fact, in 2018, he TWICE broke the Guiness World Record for the fastest single hole of golf ever played. It’s such an honor to have him on the show! Video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKUH57eZLiQ&feature=youtu.be Brad Kearns website: https://www.bradkearns.com/ Speaker Questions Q1 - 09:54 I get a lot of questions about Ketosis- how can someone tell when they are in ketosis, how long does it usually take people to get into ketosis, and can one little slip up, like a cookie or something throw you right out of ketosis? Can you talk a little about the state of Ketosis? Q2 - 12:25 A big piece of this book, and the Keto Reset is Intermittent Fasting, which is of course what we got started talking about on this show. Will you explain how Keto and Intermittent Fasting go hand in hand? What are the hours that you personally eat and fast each day? Listener Questions Q1 - 20:11 I ate Keto for almost a year and several months ago I fell off the wagon and have had the hardest time getting back into it. I have a couple good days and then I fall off again. I miss how I feel in Ketosis and really want to get back to it, not only was I losing weight, but I felt GREAT! Do you have any tips to get me back in the zone? Julie in Rock Hill Q2 - 24:53 Since I struggle with Autoimmune issues, I always assumed gluten was just about the worst thing, but I could eat, but lately I realize that it’s dairy that is really affecting me. I’ve noticed that when I have dairy it just makes me so tired and I feel awful. I don’t want to completely deprive myself and binge out. I’ve heard that sheep and goat dairy are the best forms of dairy that I should focus on. What are your thoughts on dairy, and if I were to have just a little, what are some of the best sources? Lisa in Greenville Q3 - 26:47 I’ve heard nightmare stories about starting the Keto diet, including the Keto Flu, and everything else from bad breath, constipation, to low sex drive. I want to get started, but all of these horror stories kind of freak me out. What are some things I can do to make the transition smoother? Jamie in Virginia Beach Q4 - 32:40 What are some of your favorite keto sweet treats? I am not a huge sweet person but sometimes I just want a little bite of something. One thing I enjoy is a spoon or two of whipped cream, which is only about 1 carb per TBSP, but I know the chemicals in it are not good for me. What are some better alternatives? Kyle in Arizona Q5 - 34:37 I’ve lost about 60 pounds over the past year following Intermittent Fasting and the Keto diet. I have about 15 lbs left to go (20 would be nice), and those last few lbs are just so stubborn? I am doing the same thing I’ve been doing, just so stalled! What should I do? Joanne in Idaho Q6 - 38:06 Is there a difference in the Keto diet, versus Atkins and South Beach? My friends try to tell me they are the same thing with a different name, but I feel like Atkins and South Beach are focused more on low carbs and include a lot more artificial ingredients like their bars and frozen meals. What are some other differences? Sarah in Madison ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Today's guest is the host of “Just In Health” podcast and runs the Just In Health Wellness Clinic and consults patients all over via Skype. He works with everyone from athletes who are trying to increase their performance to people struggling with autoimmune issues and chronic illness. It is such an honor to have Dr. Justin Marchegiani on the show today! In this Podcast preview, Justin Marchegiani talks about your period, why it might be heavy, how to get the right amount of iron, and why to NOT give blood. Video Version: https://youtu.be/zdE1EKmN7kY Full Podcast: https://chantelray.podbean.com/e/wa69/ Dr. Marchegiani's Website: https://justinhealth.com/ ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Today's guest is the host of “Just In Health” podcast and runs the Just In Health Wellness Clinic and consults patients all over via Skype. He works with everyone from athletes who are trying to increase their performance to people struggling with auto immune issues and chronic illness. It is such an honor to have Dr Justin Marchegiani on the show today! Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jiAVnbD0pk Dr. Marchegiani's Website: https://justinhealth.com/ SPEAKER QUESTIONS I was browsing your website and saw that you interned with Dr Kalish, who was a previous guest on our show, and someone that I am a huge fan of! Tell us how you got started in this field? One of the first times I heard you was on the Candida Summit with Evan Brand. Candida is something we talk about a lot on the show, and recently we’ve received a few questions about Small Intenstin Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBL) which has a lot of the same symptoms of Candida. How can we know the difference in the two? Your website is awesome, you have a ton of resources, so I want to make sure our listeners can find you at justinhealth.com. Tell us about what else you offer, how can we get in touch with you, and what kind of consults do you provide? Before we get started with listener questions, something I always like to ask our guests is to walk us through a typical day in your life. What did you eat yesterday? Our podcast started out talking about Intermittent Fasting, is this something that you do? When do you typically eat? LISTENER QUESTIONS Q1 - 07:43 I’ve been eating 90% clean and sticking with a 6 hour eating window consistently. I haven’t been drinking alcohol very much, but I have several Christmas parties in the next couple weeks and I want to cut loose, but not ruin the good results I am seeing. When I have a couple glasses of wine here and there I can’t believe how puffy it makes me feel almost immediately! What are some of the “better” drinks I should order? And what is your opinion on drinking in general when I am working towards a healthy lifestyle? Kate in Kansas City Q2 - 10:56 You’ve touched on Red light therapy in previous podcasts, and I feel like it is popping up everywhere! My local tanning salon has a red light therapy chamber, and another friend of mine just ordered a single bulb that she hangs above her face. Do you think there is really something to this, or is it just another fad? Amy in TX Q3 - 12:28 Q4 - 14:00 I was having some terrible pain in my knee when I worked out, so I went to the doctor and he told me I am developing arthritis in my right knee. I always thought arthritis affected older people with an unhealthy lifestyle and was really disappointed to hear this. I don’t want to completely stop working out all together, but I also don’t want to make it worse. What should I be doing to remain active, but also to prevent this from worsening? Also, what is the difference in rheumatoid arthritis and what I am experiencing? Could my knee issue develop into rheumatoid arthritis in other places in my body? Rachel in Nevada Q5 - 17:43 A couple podcasts back, your guest mentioned that I should be pooping one time for every time that I eat. I am typically eating two hours per day in a 6 hour eating window, but I am lucky to poop one time per day, at the MOST! What are some things that I can be doing to get more regular movements, and should I really be concerned with going two times per day? Anonymous Q6 - 20:19 I used to get migraines as a teenager, a couple times a year…really bad ones that made me vomit. I didn’t have them for over ten years, but in the past 6 months, I’ve had atleast 6 of them. They are so bad that I can’t function, or do anything besides lay there and wait for them to pass, I can’t even sleep. I went to the doctor to get checked out and they can’t find anything wrong with me that would explain them coming back. What could have caused them to disappear and come back suddenly? I am paranoid that something is really wrong, and I can’t afford to miss out on anymore work or life. Tina in South Carolina Q7 - 23:20 My husband had a check up, and found out that he had high levels of ferritin. This was the first time I ever heard of this. I understand it is somehow related to iron but I am struggling to understand the connection and the difference. Is this something he should be concerned with? Crystal in Augusta Q8 - 24:28 Lately my periods have been really really strong and I went to the doctor recently and found out that my iron levels are low, and my estrogen levels are high. I’ve tried taking iron supplements but they all seem to make me really constipated. How can I address these iron issues without being constipated! Are there other supplements you recommend, or foods I should focus on? I have a blood drive coming up at my work and I am really hesitant to give blood until I can get my iron under control. A friend told me that when you give blood it encourages your body to make more, but she is not a d

Today’s guest is a 3 Time Canadian Natural Bodybuilding Champion, an author, and a huge advocate for natural nutrition and training methods. He’s the president of BiOptimizers , a company that helps to fix gut health, AND the host of the Awesome Health Podcast. It is such an honor to have Wade Lightheart on the show today! Video Version: https://youtu.be/M57BPWkEtbc Wade Lightheart's Website: http://www.wadelightheart.net/ Speaker Questions You’re the first bodybuilding champion we’ve had on the show, tell us how you got started in the world of Bodybuilding? How did you transition into the world of gut health and digestion, is this something you suffered with personally, did you see a lot of other bodybuilders struggling with this? So what all do you offer through Bioptimizers? I was browsing the site and the Gluten Guardian caught my eye because my body does not handle gluten well and I know many of our listeners struggle with this too. But it’s more than the supplements, you offer courses and so many resources. You talk openly about being vegetarian, what caused you to make this decision, and what changes have you noticed in your body since you made the switch? You are also a fan of Intermittent Fasting, how long have you been doing this, and what is your daily eating window like? What kind of feedback from the body-building community did you get when you started talking about fasting? Before we get started with listener questions, I always like to ask my guests “what did you eat yesterday?” Walk us through a day in your life. Listener Questions: Q1: 24:26 My friend recently purchased a Kangen water system and is a HUGE fan. Not only does she drink it, but she told me about adjusting different PH levels for things like soaking vegetables, treating moles on her skin, showering, etc. I know it is quite the investment, and I am wondering about the science behind how this works, and is it worth the money, or in her head? She tells me it’s not just about the PH, but also the ionization that breaks the water molecules down. -Amy in Virginia Beach Q2: 30:21 I’ve been researching proteolytic enzymes because I have heard they can be so good for the inflammation that I deal with, as well as Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Is it safe to take these while I am doing my longer 24-48 hour fasts? Also, are there any particular brands that you recommend? What are some foods that I can eat which are natural sources of these powerful enzymes? -Clare in Nevada Q3: 35:38 I had a sinus infection that just wouldn’t go away, and my doctor insisted on putting me on an antibiotic. I hate taking an antibiotic and really didn’t want to do this but it did help me clear up. What can I do/take to get my gut back to normal after the antibiotics infiltrated my system? -Carter in Gainesville Q4: 37:32 This is so gross, but something I am so curious about! I recently read something in Women’s Health about different poop colors revealing different health issues, or areas of concern. Is this really true? If so, what should I be looking out for? What are some signs of a really good, healthy poop? -Anonymous Q5: 39:35 I recently saw an article about Round Up pesticide being traced to cancer, which is scary. I buy about 90% organic produce, but on your podcast the other day, I heard that even some produce from a farmers market could have pesticides on it! How can I know that what I am buying is safe, and how do you recommend that I wash my produce in order to be extra sure? Laura in Western Branch Q6: 41:39 This question is so controversial, literally every person/expert says something completely different, same with every article/book that I read on the subject. What is the healthy number of times to go to the bathroom per day or per week? I hear so many people say they go every day, and that is just not the case for me, I am lucky to go 3x week. I feel fine, I don’t have any symptoms that lead me to believe I have gut issues otherwise. Is everyone different? -Rebecca in North Carolina ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

James Lavalle has spent the past 40 years of his life passionately researching natural therapies. He’s written 20 books, has taught in medical and pharmacy school to blaze a trail to get natural medicines back in the discussions, he had one of the largest integrative care practices, training thousands of healthcare professionals on applying natural therapeutics to their patients lives. To put it simply, he is passionate about helping heal the body naturally, as I know so many of you are, and that is why I am so excited and honored to have him on the show today! Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KR-UIGJdaV0 James' Website: http://jimlavalle.com/ Facebook Giveaway: https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay/videos/1867221096722585/ Starting Questions: James, we just did a very broad overview of everything you’ve done over the past 40 years, what have you been passionate about in 2018, and what are you looking forward to next year? I want to talk about one of your books, “Cracking the Metabolic Code”…you talk about healing things like cancer, diabetes, and depression in a really natural way, with 9 Keys to Optimal Health, can you tell us a little about this and maybe share a couple of the keys? I’ve heard you talk some about fasting, and you talk about how you recommend eating within a certain schedule for several days per week, then at least two days per week you do a longer fast. What is your personal fasting schedule, and what do you say to people who ask what the ideal fasting schedule would be? You’ve also mentioned the Fasting Mimicking diet, which we talked about with a different guest a couple weeks ago. Can you expand on what you recommend as the Fasting Mimicking Diet, and explain again how it works? Before I get started on listener questions, I always like to ask my guests, what did you eat yesterday? Walk us through a day in your life? Listener Questions: Q1 - 22:05 I recently had some blood work done to see why I wasn’t feeling normal and my Doctor told me that my blood work showed some Hepatitis B. She said that the Hepatitis B is not active currently, but that it was active in my system at one point. I am trying to figure out what caused this. How recent would I have to have had it in order for it to appear in my blood work? And what are some of the most common foods that cause it? Could this be part of the reason I don’t feel my liver is functioning correctly, even though it apparently is no longer active? -Angela in Northern Va Q2 - 24:05 I’ve always considered myself a hot natured person, even If everyone else around me is comfortable, I am usually hot and clammy. One of my best friends is the complete opposite, she is ALWAYS cold. Is this just the way we were wired, or is being way too hot or way too cold a sign of something deeper? We are both in our 30’s and to our knowledge, don’t have any major health issues. Should we look into this? * Pati in Greenville Q3 - 25:29 I have two questions. I am relatively new to fasting, and I'm breaking out with a rash and I did some research. Supposedly it is because of the less income of caloric intake. Please tell me if this is temporary or are there steps ill need to take? I decided to just "take a break" for a few days. This rash hurts. Also, When I am in my fasting window, does a splash of lemon in my water break my fast? -Rosario Q4 - 27:26 My father had Type 2 Diabetes, and I watched him experiment with every medication, blood thinners, insulin, anything that his Doctor said would help. I am 25 now and pay really close attention to my health and my blood sugar. Apparently, everything looks good now, but I know it can be hereditary. I don’t want to be a slave to medicine like my dad was. What are some things I can start doing now that are preventative, and if I do become diabetic, what is the best way to treat Type 2 naturally? * Brian in Alabama Q5 - 33:55 I have been doing Intermittent Fasting for about 3-4 months and have been doing great, trying to eat clean, while allowing myself the occasional splurge so I am not deprived. However, the past few weeks have been so hard for me! I always get so stressed around Christmas time, between holiday events, budgeting for all of the gifts, family drama, it is really affecting me this year especially. Some people starve themselves when they are stressed, but I tend to overeat. I don’t want to spend my whole December like this, and carry it into the winter, which is always a blue time for me. Do you have any advice? -Anonymous Q6 - 36:39 My bloodwork came back showing that I have very low Vitamin D. I wasn’t surprised considering this is called the Sunshine Vitamin, and it is cold and December! I never thought of Vitamin D as being super important or talked about, what are some of the functions that are affected by it? And since it’s not realistic for me to lay in the sun, what are the best sources for me to increase my Vitamin D levels naturally? Do you recommend tanning beds or red light therapy? -Dawn i

Through his practice and his New York Times Best Selling books, Dr. Joel Fuhrman has helped thousands of people lose weight permanently and reverse chronic disease. You may recognize him from the Dr Oz show, where he is a frequent member of the medical advisory board. Not only is he is an expert on nutrition and national healing, but he is quite the athlete! He actually placed third in the 1976 World Professional Pairs Skating Championship, I can definitely say this is the first time we’ve had a professional figure skater on the show! It is such an honor to have him here with us today. Dr. Joel Fuhrma's Website: https://www.drfuhrman.com/ Watch The YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/EY23s7BXZR4 STARTER QUESTIONS - You’ve been doing this for 25 years, how did you get started in the world of medicine and nutrition? What are some of the biggest changed you’ve seen in the general public’s perception and mindset over the 25 years? - You talk a lot about the Nutritarian Diet, and even created a food pyramid for it which I think is incredible, it looks very different from the classic food pyramid. It’s all about eating foods that have a high proportion of nutrients to calories. What are some of your favorite foods that fit this proportion? Are there any foods that you think we’d be surprised to hear make the list, or foods that are on your best or worst list? - Your latest book is called “The End of Dieting” and I just LOVE this title and this concept, because I think fad diets are the worst! Tell us a little more about the book? - In the book, you talk about food addicts, how can someone know if they are a food addict, and what are some of the things you recommend to them? - You wrote a book called “Fasting and Eating for Health”, before Intermittent Fasting became widely known. What are some of the conditions you’ve seen healed or improved over your career by fasting? Personally, what is your typical eating and fasting schedule? - Before we get to listener questions, I want to tell everyone that they have got to check out your website because there are so many resources, you have a shop with member deals, a Vitamin Advisor, tons of recipes, and of course info about all your books and your events. It’s drfurman.com. - I know you are really passionate about your Eat to Live retreat, I saw your brochure for it and it looks INCREDIBLE! Tell our listeners all about it, and your other retreats, which are all over the world!. Listener Questions Q1 - 29:23 My Doctor told me that my cholesterol is not ideal. He is trying to get me to take a medication, but I want that to be the last resort, I want to try to lower my cholesterol naturally first. I am 50 years old, and I am in my ideal weight range. What can I do to attempt to lower this without medication? * Jeff in Florida Q2 - 31:05 I suffer from psoriasis, which has always been uncomfortable for me, but I am really freaking out now because I am getting married in six months. It is worst on my face and is very noticeable. Probably like everyone who suffers, my flare-ups seem to be completely unpredictable, which of course means there is a chance I could flare up on my wedding day- especially because I will most likely be stressed. Is there anything I can do to help control/prevent a possible flare-up on that day? I will try LITERALLY anything!!!!!! * Kim in Baltimore Q3 - 34:44 Thanks to your encouragement, I just finished a 5-day water fast about a week ago! Unfortunately, I felt like total crap for the last three days, it was almost unbearable. The good news is that since I finished the fast, I have noticed a lot of improvement in my joint pain that I deal with every day, and I think psoriasis in my forehead is clearing up. To me, that makes the fast worth it, and I do want to try again. Do you have any tips to make the water fast a little more bearable? And what amount of time do you recommend water fasting, what would be the shortest amount of time I could fast to see these benefits, and what is the longest amount of time that you recommend water fasting? * -Parker in Virginia Beach Q4 - 36:17 I asked my local farmer's market if indeed their produce is organic...they said no. But isn't all farmer's market produce organic due to the fact the produce is picked and brought straight to the market? -Rosario Q5 - 37:22 My daughters both do the Keto diet and have a lot of success with it, they are always bugging me to jump on the bandwagon. My hesitation is that I had my gallbladder removed a couple years ago and when I did, my doctor told me to avoid fatty foods. From my understanding of the Keto diet, for it to be successful, you have to eat a lot of healthy fats, which concerns me. What do you recommend for people who are interested in this diet but have no gallbladder? I am worried if I try the low carb without high fats that I will be hungry all the time and won’t see the results. * Patty in Tennessee Q6 - 39:39 I have a lingering cold/cough that won’t go away. I’ve ha

Today’s guest is a Los Angeles based Fitness Professional with 25 years of experience teaching and training, having worked at all of LA’s most prestigious studios and fitness facilities. She’s transformed thousands of lives through fitness and healthy lifestyle changes, and it is an honor to have her on today’s show, please welcome Jill Brown! Jill Brown's Website: http://www.jillbrownfitness.com/site/ Listen on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1JRBnAyAaOk STARTER QUESTIONS: - Tell us about yourself, how and when did you develop a passion for fitness, and helping others meet their goals? - Before we move to listener questions, I always like to ask our guests what they eat. This podcast started off talking about Intermittent Fasting, which I know that you are a fan of. What kind of eating pattern do you follow, and what kinds of foods do you eat? Are there any foods/food groups that you eliminate or limit while in your eating window? - A LOT of people in the fitness industry talk about eating a ton of small meals throughout the day, cramming food in when you aren’t really hungry, what do you say to these people in regards to fasting? LISTENER QUESTIONS: Q1 - 12:19 I HATE, HATE, HATE cardio! I’ve tried everything, downloading podcasts, watching TV shows, anything to pass time on the treadmill or elliptical and am just bored out of my mind. I’m not really a group exercise person either. I really love lifting weights and strength training, but everyone says I need to get that cardio in. What are some good forms of exercise to get my heart rate up that don’t involve 30 min on a piece of cardio equipment? - Cassie in Kentucky Q2 - 16:26 A couple episodes back, your guest briefly mentioned the Fasting Mimicking Diet, which was brand new to me. I thought it was an odd concept because the whole benefit of fasting seems to be depriving your body of food to give your digestive system time to rest, and your body time to heal. Can you talk more about how this works, and is there a certain system that you purchase or follow? - Serena in Virginia Beach Q3 - 21:41 I have Arthritis in one of my knees, and my doctor told me that walking on an incline is one of the worst exercises I can do for it, which I always loved to do because it makes a difference in my butt and legs. Squats and lunges with weights can be painful, and I just hate pushing it, because my knee hurts so bad the next day. I do enjoy spin classes, which don’t bother my knee, but because of my schedule and the schedule at my gym, I can’t do this every day. What are some other workouts that are really good for shaping my legs and butt but don’t put so much strain on the knee? And how do I find the balance of pushing through the pain and listening to my body? -Alice in Greenville Q4 - 24:29 I am going to Europe for 3 weeks, which is a real dream come true! I know that we will be doing a LOT of eating, and drinking. I figure this is a once in a life time opportunity, and I want to experience it all, but I also don’t want to come home 20 lbs heavier lol! We are crashing at a couple Air BnBs, so I don’t have the option of a hotel gym. In addition to the walking around we will be doing, what are some simple exercises/routines that I can do with minimal equipment? -Melissa in Northern VA Q5 - 27:05 Recently I’ve had some severe pain in my left shoulder. It came after an intense upper body day. I’ve gone to the orthopedist before for something similar, but with my knee, they said that I should rest, listen to my body, not overdo it, etc. I didn’t want to pay to go to the Doctor to hear the same thing about my shoulder, so I’ve put it off. My question is how can I tell the difference in soreness, and something being wrong? How long should I wait to go? I am 40, so nothing works quite like it used to, and I don’t want to run to the Doc every time I have an ache. Also, I would love your input on general soreness. I once had a trainer tell me that in order to build muscle, I need to be sore. Sometimes, after an intense leg day, I am so sore I can hardly walk, and I feel my legs buckling. Is it true that I need to get this sore in order for my workouts to be effective? Finally, what are your tips for sore muscle relief? -Tara in Pittsburg Q6 - 29:39 I am a really busy working mom…my husband travels for work and is gone 75% of the time, and between sports, after school program, and lack of childcare, the only real time I can get to workout is an evening, when I go for a power walk and bring my kids with me on their bikes. I enjoy this because we are spending time together and I am burning some calories, but I want to kick it up a notch. What can I do to intensify these walks a bit? -Heather in Chesapeake Other goodies from Jill mentioned in this episode Jill's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jbrownnyla Good exercises to strengthen the knees: https://youtu.be/MjkVEnpWumY Shoulder exercises Part 1: https://youtu.be/Scjf7zpGIRQ Shoulder exercises Part 2: https://www.youtube.com

Today’s guest is the host of the “Life Fueled by Faith” a health and weight loss podcast for Christian women, which I absolutely love to listen to! She’s a certified health and weight loss coach and is making a huge impact on so many women through her courses and coaching. It’s an honor to have her on the show, please welcome Jessie Conley! Jesse Connley's Website: https://www.jessieconley.com/ Listen on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SQDbBAidECY STARTER QUESTIONS: - Tell us a little about yourself and how you became so passionate about helping other women, I know that everything changed for you when you had your children, as it did for me. A lot of women can relate to that! - You are a big advocate for intermittent fasting, what is your daily eating schedule like? - What kinds of foods do you eat, is there anything that is off limits for you? - You are really outspoken about your faith, which I really respect! How has your relationship with God impacted your view of yourself, your body, and diet and exercise? - Before we get to listener questions, tell us about some of the courses you offer, I know you offer one about emotional eating, and about intermittent fasting, what else do you provide? LISTENER QUESTIONS: Q1 - 16:18 I have a four-year-old daughter and recently gave birth to a son about 6 months ago. When I had my daughter, I was in my 20s and the weight literally fell off, but I am 31 now and it is completely different. I’ve tried cutting out sugar and carbs, but even that isn’t working. I hear you talking a lot about Intermittent Fasting on the podcast and want to try it, but I see a lot of mixed reviews for moms that are breastfeeding. What is your opinion on IF and breastfeeding? -Mary in Dayton Q2 - 19:46 You’ve mentioned before that one of the benefits of Intermittent Fasting is less meal prep- which I absolutely love! I typically eat one meal a day, which is dinner. By the time I get off work and pick up my kids from daycare, it’s almost 6 pm and I really don’t feel like cooking! But it is so important to me that my family sits down and eats dinner together like I did when I was growing up. Do you have any good meal prep tips to share so that I spend less time in the kitchen in the evening, but don’t settle for unhealthy, convenient foods? -Jamie in Pittsburg Q3 - 24:12 I loved your podcast about emotional eating! I took your online quiz and determined that I am a stress eater, which didn’t surprise me one bit. I love to go through the drive-through at the end of a stressful day. I have been really mindful about finding other outlets for my stress, and have been doing a lot better. The area I still struggle with is my bored eating, mostly at night when I am hanging out at home. I just can’t stop grazing! Do you have any tips to help with this? -Ashley in Northern Virginia Q4 - 30:06 I am really frustrated because I have been working out with a trainer 3x a week for the past two months, and am not seeing results. The first month, I didn’t lose any weight but I was kind of prepared for that because I heard it was normal. However, I just had my month 2 weigh in and the scale has only budged a pound! Do you think I am not doing the right kinds of exercises with my trainer? What kind of exercise do you recommend? As for my eating, I am sticking to a 6-hour eating window each day, and trying to stay under 1600 calories. Am I eating too much in my window? HELP! * Jennifer in Louisiana Q5 - 33:32 I’ve been married for about a year now. As soon as I got married I determined that I was not going to be that person who let herself go once she landed a guy! Around that time I started Intermittent Fasting. Most days I eat in about a 6-hour window, sometimes I eat One Meal A Day. This sounds weird, but I’ve noticed lately it is taking a toll on my relationship! My husband works crazy hours, and our time to connect is in the evenings. One of our favorite things to do is go out and have dinner, or make something really yummy at home and enjoys it together with wine. Typically, this didn’t happen till 8 or 9. Now that I am limiting my eating window, I can’t do this anymore…esp on days I eat one meal a day, there’s no way in heck I can wait til 8p. My husband mentioned the other day that he misses this. I love fasting and don’t want to sacrifice my health but I also don’t want my marriage to suffer. What do you recommend? * Jana in Wilmington ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purp

Today’s guest has helped thousands of women since she became a licensed acupuncturist in 2004, and later a Functional Diagnostic practitioner. Now she is passionate about educating on toxins and detoxification through her blog, online programs, product shop, and Facebook group. She also works with private clients on customized functional medicine protocols for healing. She also hosts a podcast called “Women’s Wellness Radio”! It’s such an honor to have her on the show today, please welcome Bridgit Danner. Bridgit GI DETOX Supplement: http://hormonedetoxshop.com/gi-detox-capsules/ Bridgit Beauty Products: https://beautycounter.com/womenswellness Bridgit's Deodorant: http://www.bridgitdanner.com/womens-wellness-blog/finding-a-non-toxic-deodorant-that-works Bridgit's Favorite Chips: https://www.potapas.com/ Listener Questions: Q1 - 17:57 Q: I loved your podcast with Dr. Eric Z, and I ordered all of his favorite essential oils- Clove, Peppermint, Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, and Lavender. Since I got them, they’ve been sitting on my desk! I had really good intentions but just don’t know how to get started using them consistently! How should I be using these? The main issues I struggle with are the side effects that come along with my thyroid issues- exhaustion, constipation, cold all the time, brittle nails/hair, etc. How should I use these oils? Kristy in Indiana Q2 - 24:27 Q: I know that standard deodorant with antiperspirant can be really harmful, especially for women when it comes to breast health. I have tried to switch to a natural blend I found at Whole foods and I just haven’t been able to do it! Now that the weather has cooled down for the winter, I want to try again. You’ve talked before about one that you use from TJ Max, but I can’t remember what it was called? Could you talk about some of your favorite all natural brands for deodorant and skin care? Tamara in Sacramento Q3 - 28:32 Q: I ordered a Mitochondria Detox after a recent podcast, and I was really excited to start it! Around day 3-4 I became violently ill, I threw up 15 times over the period of two days. I don’t usually get sick to my stomach like this, and no one else around me had a stomach bug. It didn’t even occur to me until a few days ago that maybe it was the Detox that was making me sick. Do you think my body was rejecting the detox products themselves, or that this was my body getting rid of the junk? Or do you think this was just a coincidence? Michelle in New York Q4 - 31:15 Q: My husband and I wrote an offer on a home and held a termite/mold inspection. The inspection came back that there are some mold spores, but they aren’t black. My agent told me that not all mold is dangerous, that I don’t have anything to worry about with this particular type. What I am reading online seems to say that toxic molds are usually black. I got spooked and we walked away from the house, but now I am curious about this as we continue our home search. What should I be concerned with, and what should I treat and overlook? Elizabeth in Greenville Q5 - 33:26 Q: An article that I read recently talked about taking natural binders to assist with detox. I was surprised to learn some semi-common things like cilantro can act as a binder! I also have read a lot about activated charcoal, which I have bought at Whole Foods before to help with hangovers. What are some of the best, non-prescription binders that you recommend, and do you recommend any of the prescription ones? -Amy in Virginia Beach Q6 - 37:21 Q: I just got diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, I tried with my diet for 2 years. I eat lots of healthy fats, eggs, avocado, and a keto diet. After 2 years of just trying with my diet, I finally decided to get on prescription meds for my rheumatoid arthritis. I'm now regretting the decision. Why do you think I couldn't keep this under control with my diet and do you maybe think my diet wasn't clean enough?? James New Mexico ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Welcome back to another PODCAST PREVIEW! A few days ago Chantel talked to Dr. Sachin Patel. He is the founder and CEO of the Living Proof Institute, an international speaker, author, and advocate for changing the healthcare paradigm. A listener question came in talking about a pain in her chest that she was concerned about. We wanted to break down what the issue might be! If you're feeling the same way, you may want to listen to this episode! Check out the full episodes below!! Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCug8WuJFJ4 Full Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCug8WuJFJ4 Full Audio: https://chantelray.podbean.com/e/wa62/ ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

HEY GUYS! Welcome back to the podcast! Dr. Sachin Patel is the founder and CEO of the Living Proof Institute, an international speaker, author, and advocate for changing the healthcare paradigm. He has delivered hundreds of community workshops, his videos have been viewed by hundreds of thousands, and his online posts have reached millions all over the world. It is such an honor to have him on the show today! Video Version: https://youtu.be/XCug8WuJFJ4 Dr. Sachin Patel's Website: https://thelivingproofinstitute.com/ Listener Questions: 1 - 5:40 Q: I just got back from France, and before I went one of my friends said to me "If you go to France you can eat all the foods that you cant here". When I'm here in American, I can't eat beer, ice cream, or bread and if I do I break out in psoriasis all over my body, but she was right. When I was in France I ate all the dairy, the beer, and the bread I wanted and I had no psoriasis. As soon as I came back and tried to eat a little bit here and broke out. What is the deal?? Frank in Florida 2 - 13:06 Q: I feel like there is something wrong with my liver because I have been having heart palpitations. When I was looking up my symptoms on Dr. Google, it said I might be having a problem with the secretion of bile, which would cause the liver issues. Can you explain more about bile and how it works? With the symptoms I am having, it seems like something is wrong with my liver, gallbladder, or bile secretion. How can I be sure? Is there a way to tell if my bile is normal? Nicole in Arkansas 3 - 22:02 Q: For years I've used this to help me go poop like senna and different teas. Now I can't go poop if I don't have it so it's a bad spiral. I feel like its bad for my body to keep depending on these different teas that make me go poop, and different aloes and pills, but If i dont do it, I cant poop and I feel terrible. What should I do? Jackson in San Diego 4 - 25:26 Q: I've been having sharp pains in my heart and when I googled the rest of my symbols and I read something that this could e a gallbladder issue. How could my heart be affected by my gallbladder? this doesn't even make sense. Is this possible? Lexi in Norfolk 5 - 27:56 Q: Because of the research I’ve done, I have completely removed Gluten from my diet because of my autoimmune issues, but I am really struggling to give up dairy. Everyone I talk to says that it will really help me, but I just LOVE my cheese. Is there a way to tell if I am specifically allergic to dairy? If I was, what would my symptoms be? -Angela in Pigeon Forge 6 - 30:18 Q: Greetings! My name is Lee-Anne from South Africa and I love your podcast - it's a wealth of information and I enthusiastically look forward to each one...My question involves Sole, pronounced Soh-ley. I'm pretty sure you might have heard of it before, but if not, it's a mixture of distilled water that's been fully saturated with Pink Himalayan Salt. I fast with Sole and add it to my water all day long. Personally, I drink loads of water during the day, as it helps me get through my fast and avoid headaches. Whenever I struggle with the fast, drinking Sole magically makes it easier to fast for a couple of hours more. Its extremely comforting to me, like hot chocolate on a rainy day...and my brain seems to strangely associate this with warm soup?? In total, I add about 3 tablespoons of Sole to my water per day. I doubt it breaks the fast as it takes my hunger away - but I'm wondering what the effects of it may be on other benefits of fasting such as Autophagy? -Lee-Anne South Africa 7 - 33:17 Q: I’ve been taking a parasite to cleanse, and every time I go to the bathroom, I check my stool to see if I see anything worm-like, and I don’…everything looks normal. Does this mean I don’t have parasites and I could quit? When I do these cleanses, they just don’t make me feel good. Should I see a Doctor for a stool sample? I don’t want to put my body through these side effects of the cleanses if it’s not necessary. -Anonymous 8 - 38:36 Q: To make a long story short, I was recently diagnosed with MS, about 3 months ago. I am only 29 and this was really upsetting for me, because I felt my whole life was over. My Doctor has been experimenting with different medicines, and the side effects have been horrible, I feel like I am on a roller coaster. It is daunting to me to think that I may have to be on medication for the rest of my life, but I want to do anything I can to keep the symptoms at bay and keep this from progressing. Do you know of any more natural alternatives that I could consider? I am open to any supplements, homeopathic medication, and diet and lifestyle changes so that I can live my life as much as possible. -Jamie in Colorado 9 - 44:00 Q: I loved your podcast with Dr Evan Brand! I learned so much from him. One of the things he touched on, but didn’t go too deep was the harmfulness of hair dye. This struck me because I realized that hair dye is basically the only product in my lif

On last weeks episode, we had Functional Medical Practitioner Evan Brand answer your questions! In this podcast preview, he answers a question that you may need to hear the answer to if you're someone that suffers from Psoriasis! You can click the links below to watch/listen to the full episodes! Full Episode: https://chantelray.podbean.com/e/wa61/ Video Version: https://youtu.be/9VOxEX0SAEo Evan's Website: https://www.evanbrand.com/ ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Hey Guys! Welcome back to Waist Away! Evan Brand is a Podcast Host, Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner and Nutritional Therapist. He is passionate about healing the chronic fatigue, obesity, and depression epidemics after solving his own IBS and depression issues. He uses at-home lab testing and customized supplement programs to find and fix the root cause of a wide range of health symptoms. His Evan Brand Podcast has over 7 million downloads and counting. He is the author of Stress Solutions, REM Rehab and The Everything Guide to Nootropics. He offers free 15-minute functional medicine phone consultations to discuss your health symptoms and goals at his site EvanBrand.com. Video Version: https://youtu.be/9VOxEX0SAEo Evan's Website: https://www.evanbrand.com/ Listener Questions: Q1 - 15:47 Q: I am trying to figure out what is wrong with me (WHO ISN’T? 😊), because I feel like I haven’t been well in several months but can’t determine that cause. I thought it could be a candida issue, but I had a stool test done it looked completely normal. Should I rule out candida all together, or is there another way I could test this? -Pam in Houston Q2 - 18:44 Q: One of my friends (who is a health NUT) recently had her feces sampled to check her gut microbiome. This is something that I never heard of and just sounded a little extreme. I’ve heard a lot about Gut Health lately, my Instagram feed has tons of people selling products to increase my gut health. When I was growing up, my Grandma always told me to eat yogurt for a healthy stomach, but I don’t prefer dairy products and try to limit my carbs. What are some other things I could be doing/drinking/taking/eating to encourage a healthy gut, without going too overboard like my friend? * Alyssa in Chesapeake Q3 - 23:06 Q: I have had stomach issues for A LONG time and my Doctor recently diagnosed me with IBS. He gave me a prescription to use as needed, but I really want to take a more natural approach. What are some natural ways I can treat this, and what are some foods I should avoid and foods I should focus on eating? I know that stress is something that really plays a part in this, so I would also love any pointers you have in managing that. * Courtney in Virginia Beach Q4 - 26:21 Q: I have gone pretty much chemical free, except for my perfume, Marc Jacobs Daisy is my signature scent, everyone knows me by it! My hippy friends harass me saying that it doesn’t do me good to cut out the chemicals around me if I am still using this perfume. Is that true, is my perfume this harmful? I can’t find a great alternative, I have tried mixing some different essential oils and it’s not the same. * Beth in Georgia Q5 - 30:11 Q: I have been struggling a lot with depression lately. I’ve been talking to a counselor and it helps some, but I am still trying to figure out the root cause because I really don’t have anything going horribly wrong in my life to make me this upset. I feel like I am walking around in a fog. I am tired all the time, and you can even see it on my skin and on my face. I started reading different things online and came upon a blog that recommended a Liver Cleanse. I have never been a heavy drinker, so I am not sure that liver issues are what I am struggling with, but a lot of what I was reading about liver cleanses seemed to apply to me. Is this something you recommend? If so, what is the best protocol for a liver cleanse? -Tiffany in Merrimack Q6 - 36:41 Q: I suffer from Psoriasis, and I love that you taught me how to improve it with intermittent fasting. I’ve also noticed that certain foods make it worse, especially gluten and dairy. I do my best to limit these foods, and when I do, my psoriasis is so much better! But I still can’t get it to go away completely. I know that you deal with Psoriasis as well, but you haven’t talked about it as much on the podcast lately. Have you had any recent breakthroughs or found anything that is really helping you? I’d love to hear about it from your next doctor that comes on too! * Stacey in Grand Rapids Q7 - 42:22 Q: What has been your experience with Pepsin? I friend of mine recently offered it to me after lunch. Haha! She said that it helps a lot with digestion, but when I was reading online, I saw a lot of adverse effects like constipation and gas. It seems kinda counterintuitive! Have you tried this before? -Maddie in Florida Q8 - 44:37 Q: In a recent podcast you talked about things that can be endocrine disruptors, such as drinking out of a plastic cup. I am not going to lie, this episode had me a little paranoid because I started doing some research and learned that these disruptors can be found everywhere, in detergents, cans, etc. If I think about it too much, I could go crazy. What are some of the main disruptors I should be aware of and try to avoid? -Annie in Fort Collins ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away:

HEY GUYS, welcome back to Waist Away: The Intermittent Fasting Podcast! Today’s guest is actually a second-time guest! I had the best time recording with her, and you all must have had a good time listening to her because we received a bunch more questions for her! We are so excited that she agreed to come back on! She is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist in California, and has been recognized as the Orange County Medical Association’s “Physician of the Year” for 14 years in a row! Please welcome back, Dr. Felice Gersh! If you haven’t listened to Dr. Gersh’s first podcast with us, you need to go back and listen to that right away because she shared so much good info with us. First Podcast w/ Dr. Gersh: CLICK HERE Video Version: https://youtu.be/hiKaAxQW2RU More on Dr. Gersh: http://www.felicelgershmd.com/ Listener Questions:4 Q1 - 2:49 Q: In her last podcast, Dr. Gersh said that birth control pills can alter the gut microbiome in negative ways. There isn’t a lot of info about this online, so I am hoping she can explain it a little more. I don’t want to be on the pill, but I also do not want to be pregnant. Can you talk about healthier alternatives for birth control? What about the IUDs? * Regina in Florida Q2 - 8:09 Q: I've been wanting to get pregnant and I'm struggling. I'm eating clean, I'm having sex when I'm supposed to and the doctors can't figure out why I'm not getting pregnant. Can you give me any ideas of what I'm doing wrong to not get pregnant? *Anonymous Q3 - 11:22 Q: I wanted to let you know before I did intermittent fasting, my period was all over the place. Once I started doing intermittent fasting the first few weeks my period was still all over the place. After I did it for 30 days and consistently did intermittent fasting eating in a 6 hours window, my period is now perfect every time. I am exactly going by my app, and im getting my period when I'm supposed to! Q4 - 14:17 Q: I consider myself to be pretty organic, I eat really clean and use a lot of all natural body products and home products. One thing I haven’t really switched is to organic tampons, mostly because they are so expensive! Do you think there is a big difference in organic tampons and regular? What kind do you recommend? -Carmen in Lubbock, TX Q5 - 16:51 Q: In your last podcast, you talked about taking Lysteda to help with bleeding during your period. I mentioned it to my Doctor, and he has never heard of it. Can you talk more about the use and dosage of this, is it just something I take during my period? I don’t like to take a lot of medicine, but I would consider something that’s only taken as needed a few days per month. Is this how it works? * Courtney in South Carolina Q6 - 19:21 Q: I had a radical hysterectomy in my early 50’s because of a cancerous cyst. At the time, my Dr didn’t want me to take any hormones because of the cancer scare. It’s been about 7-8 years since the surgery, and I haven’t found any good alternatives to use as natural hormone replacement. What would you recommend? * -Terri in Fluvanna Q7 - 23:31 Q: I recently was tested for BRCA and tested positive for the BRCA1 mutation. I am overwhelmed with decisions on how I should move forward, should I freeze my eggs, should I remove my breasts, have a hysterectomy…I don’t know where to begin. On top of all these big decisions I am facing, I am also thinking about the little ones like what should I be eating, and what can I be doing to make myself as healthy as possible? I want to do anything that I can, what do you recommend? -Anonymous Q8 - 28:03 Q: I was talking with a few close girlfriends the other night about our stress and anxiety. Several of them are on anti depressants/anti anxiety medicine but that is not something that I am ready to explore, mostly because of the side effects, and also because I hate taking medication. I focus a lot on prayer, meditation, bubble baths..all the natural stuff but I have been doing some reading and I am wondering if some or all of my anxiety could be hormonal. How do I recognize anxiety that is related to my hormones, and how can I regulate it naturally without a prescription? * -Sarah in Utah ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Dr Mariza Snyder is a Women’s Hormone Practitioner, Wellness Advocate, and best-selling author of 6 books, and podcast host of “Essentially You”. It is such an honor to have her on the show today! Tell us a little about your personal health journey, and how you got started and became passionate about helping other women? You talk about your plant-based diet, and we have a lot of listeners who are vegan as well. How long have you been eating this way, and what led you to make the decision to change your diet? Dr. Mariza Snyder's Website: https://www.drmariza.com/ Video Version: https://youtu.be/DmNlmrAJa88 Listener Questions: Q1 - 6:00 In my 20’s and teens, my period wasn’t a problem, but I recently turned 30 and my periods have been out of this world heavy, painful, and crampy. What are some of the best natural remedies, and oils that I can use to help alleviate the symptoms? * Jayme in Richmond Q2 - 8:49 I am in my early 40’s and have been researching my different options as far as hormones I should be taking. Recently, I came across something online about Bio Identical Hormones, which some people seem to be arguing are a safer route to take than traditional hormones. Do you have any experience with Bio Identical Hormones, and do you recommend them to your patients? What is your opinion on the risks associated with traditional hormone replacement therapy? -June in New York Q3 - 10:47 Lately I’ve been hitting the worst afternoon slump around 2pm. I have been very mindful about what I eat for lunch, in hopes this would help…trying not to eat anything too heavy or with too much sugar , I even try not eating sometimes, but no matter what I do ,no matter how much I slept the night before or if I got my workout in that morning, I hit this slump. I am wondering now if it is something hormonal, because that’s the only thing I can not rule out. If it is hormonal, what could I do to help? I need my afternoons to be productive at work, and in the evenings I have activities with my kids and church stuff, so I need a solution! -Margaret in Monterrey Q4 - 12:55 In your podcast with Dr. Wolfson, he talked about a supplement that helps men in the sexual department, but my husband is like yours, he doesn’t need that. I on the other hand, have had a really hard time getting in the mood since I had my son about a year ago. Once we get going, I am fine, but I really struggle to get that desire or to get excited like I used to. Are there any essential oils or natural things I could try to help me get revved up? * Anonymous Q5 - 15:18 I can not STAND the taste of coffee but I am really jealous of everyone who gets their morning caffeine boost, and afternoon pick me up. I tried caffeine pills but they made me crazy. What is a good natural energy boost that I can drink or take? -JoAnne in TX Q6 - 16:50 I am 42 and have not experienced anything that I can identify as a symptom of menopause. My sister is a couple years older than me, and she is a big proponent of taking hormones. She is trying to get me to see my doctor and get started, but I don’t see the need because my period is still regular, my sex life is great (HA), and I am not experiencing any hot flashes, mood swings, etc. Do you think that I need to get ahead of the curve and start some sort of treatment, or just wait until I start noticing “the change”. - Kerry in Missouri Q7 - 18:08 I am a big fan of the Keto Diet- which is low carb and high fats. I LOVE how I feel when I am eating this way, and one of the things I love is that it seems to keep my period really regular…. I have PCOS and this isn’t something that I experience when I am not really following this diet. The only thing that stinks is my period is INSANELY heavy! Heavy flow, intense cramps that go down my entire thighs and into my back. I was reading online that this could be brought on by increased fats, so I am trying to be mindful of that during my period. Do you think that is the case or could it be something else? What are some foods I should focus on eating right before my period and during it that will help make it less extreme? Are there supplements I should be taking? I do NOT like to take birth control and that is not an option for me to help regulate. -Alison in Montreal To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

**VIEWERS DISCRETION IS ADVISED** Hey Guys! Last weeks episode we talked to Paleo Cardiologist Dr. Jack Wolfson! We talked about a product called "Heart Beats". It's a drug that regulates blood pressure but also increased blood flow to the organs that you might need a little assistance in...Needless to say, you need to listen to this episode. Listen or watch the full podcast at the links below! Full Episode:https://chantelray.podbean.com/e/wa57/ Full Video: https://youtu.be/GYlaJObaAuw Dr. Wolfson's Website: https://www.thedrswolfson.com/ ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

HEY GUYS! Welcome to another Podcast Preview!! Our last episode we talked to Wendy Myers is the founder of MyersDetox.com. In this clip she shares some of the top things that she has done to make herself feel so much better health wise! If you're tired all the time it might be from HEAVY METALS! Listen or watch the full podcast at the links below! Full Audio Version: https://chantelray.podbean.com/e/wa58/ Video Version: https://youtu.be/gCX3YX3JUU4 Wendy's Website: https://myersdetox.com/ Metals Test - What Kind of Metals are in YOUR System? https://metalsquiz.com/ ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Wendy Myers is the founder of MyersDetox.com. She is a detox expert, functional diagnostic nutritionist and NES Bioenergetic Practitioner in Los Angeles, CA. She is the #1 bestselling author of Limitless Energy: How to Detox Toxic Metals to End Exhaustion and Chronic Fatigue and the host of theheavymetaslssummit.com. Wendy currently hosts two podcasts, the Live to 110 Podcast about detox and the Supercharged Podcast about NES Health Bioenergetics. Passionate about the importance of detox to live a long disease-free life, she created the revolutionary Myers Detox Protocol after working with thousands of clients. It is such an honor to have you on the show, Wendy! Video Version: https://youtu.be/gCX3YX3JUU4 Wendy's Website: https://myersdetox.com/ Metals Test - What Kind of Metals are in YOUR System? https://metalsquiz.com/ Listener Questions: Question 1 - 12:41 Q: Recently I went to a health spa and did a foot detox. They had this guide that said what the different things in your water meant. I had a bunch of black flecks floating in my water, which said that I had heavy metals in my body. That night, when I went home, I was flossing my teeth and without being rough or forceful, a huge piece of the metal filling fell out of my tooth! Do you think this was just a coincidence, or somehow related to my detox? -Allison in Virginia Beach Question 2 - 19:30 Q: I’ve been trying to detox my life, and recently have read that a lot of makeup can contain heavy metals! What are some ingredients that I should be looking for when I am reading cosmetic labels, and do you have any products and brands that you recommend? -Lisa in NY Question 3 -21:29 Q: I have seen several doctors and have discovered that I have autoimmune issues, but am trying to identify exactly what is going on and how to treat it. I know that my diet plays a big part of trying to treat disease naturally, and have heard some people talk about doing an elimination diet so that I can determine which foods are making me feel better, and which are making me feel works. What is the best way to approach an elimination diet- do you have any advice? -Lauren in Alexandria Question 4 -25:25 Q: In your podcast with Brittany Auerbach last week, you talked about replacing all the metal fillings in your mouth. When I asked my dentist about this, he said that I had to be really careful about how and who I have done this, that there are certain risks involved. Is there any real reason I should be concerned with replacing my fillings? * Denise in Springfield Question 5 -28:33 Q: I want to start using natural cleaning products, especially in my kitchen, for obvious reasons. But also on other surfaces that my small children come in contact with. The problem is that I’ve tried some of these products, and even made some with my Essential Oils, and my house just doesn’t feel or smell clean to me! Is this something that I need to get used to, or am I using the wrong products? What do you recommend? -Janette in Midlothian Question 6 - 30:35 Q: I was talking to a holistic health specialist, and he told me that Mercury was one of the most toxic substances that we are coming in to contact with. He said that even water can contain mercury! I had heard before about fish containing it as well. What are some things I can avoid, and how can I minimize my mercury exposure? Are there certain types of fish I should avoid, and certain ones that are safer than others? -Dana in Indiana Closing Questions: Where can listeners download your free Detox Checklist with your favorite detox tips? Where can the listeners find you and learn more about your work? ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

HEY GUYS! Welcome to another Podcast Preview!! Our last episode we talked to Paleo Cardiologist Dr. Jack Wolfson! In this preview, Jack talks about how back in time, people used to walk around naked....and that we should still be doing it!! There are many help benefits from doing so and he urges you to give it a try! Listen or watch the full podcast at the links below! Full Episode:https://chantelray.podbean.com/e/wa57/ Full Video: https://youtu.be/GYlaJObaAuw Dr. Wolfson's Website: https://www.thedrswolfson.com/ Enter The GIVEAWAY: https://www.facebook.com/1125254820938879/posts/1374619522669073/ ---------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Hey guys! On this episode we're joined by Dr. Jack Wolfson! He's a board-certified cardiologist and author of the Amazon # 1 best-selling book, The Paleo Cardiologist: The Natural Way to Heart Health. Dr. Jack’s natural holistic heart health advice has been featured on CNN, Fox and NBC along with publications like USA Today and The Wall Street Journal, and it is SUCH an honor to have him on the show. Dr. Wolfson's Website: https://www.thedrswolfson.com/ Video Version: https://youtu.be/GYlaJObaAuw ENTER THE GIVEAWAY: https://www.facebook.com/1125254820938879/posts/1374619522669073/ 5:17 Do you believe the Paleo diet is critical for everyone, or just people who struggle with or are prone to heart conditions? 11:04 Walk us through a day in your life, what do you eat for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, and when do you eat it? Listener Questions: Q1 - 16:25 Q: Since I’ve been doing Intermittent Fasting, almost EVERYTHING on my lab work has improved. The only area that has not improved is my cholesterol- my cholesterol levels are really high and I think the reason is because I’ve been eating so much fat. My good cholesterol is really good, but my bad cholesterol is really high. Can you explain the difference in the two types of cholesterol? What do you think is causing this? I don’t understand why everything is improving through Intermittent Fasting EXCEPT this? I am also eating cleaner than I ever have! -Charlotte in Columbia Q2 - 22:22 Q: I just recently had a food sensitivity test and the things that I got red flagged on were things like spinach, lettuce and pineapple- which I thought was a little strange. I took another one and it came back different, and it red flagged all these different healthy vegetables. Do you think these food sensitivity tests are legit? If so, why are they coming out different? Do you think my issues have anything to do with leaky gut? -Daphne in Texas Q3 - 27:15 Q: Slowly, it seems like all of my friends are becoming vegan. They have me watching documentaries and are trying to convince me to give up meats. My diet is currently meats, vegetables, and cheese, I am Keto for the most part. I feel really great when I eat this way, and I find my body craving things like red meat. What do I say to these friends that are hell bent on getting everyone they know to stop eating meat? - Paula in Utah Q4 - 32:14 Q: I have developed Sleep Apnea over the past year or so, which I am reading can be really bad for my heart. How can I change up my diet and try to treat this naturally before it gets worse? -Terri in Charlottesville Q5 - 34:30 Q: I have both Fatty liver and Hypothyroidism. What do you recommend for me to do? I’m trying Intermittent Fasting and Keto now but not so sure if that’s what I really needed. Should I do Paleo and IF instead? -Bess Q6 - 39:03 Q: On your podcast, you’ve talked about the importance of tons of fiber. What are some of my best options for supplements? I’ve tried Metamucil a few times and it always makes me feel really bloated and gross. -Angela in Northern VA Q7 - 41:00 Q: I’ve been reading a lot of different things about the supplement Berberine, and how good it is for you. I am really trying to simplify my supplements like you talked about on the podcast, but this one keeps coming up everywhere! Is it something I should add to my daily repertoire? -Haley in Georgia Q8 - 43:17 Q: Recently I’ve heard an increase in the trend of the Carnivore diet, both in the Paleo and Ketogenic communities I follow. I have a friend that does this, and he eats several meats per meal, and it’s all he eats! No veggies or anything. What is your opinion on this way of life, besides it not being too tasty, I just can’t wrap my mind around getting all the nutrients I need from meat alone? - Alison in Great Neck, NY Q9 - 44:59 Q: I’ve worked really hard to clean up my diet and get my nutrients from food. I’ve weened all of my blood pressure medicine, but the one thing I still take is Staten for my heart. Is there anything I can do to ween myself off this? -Gary in Syracuse Q10 - 46:19 Q: I’ve heard some really mixed reviews about probiotics lately, and it seems like everyone is talking about prebiotics now, which is something brand new to me! What is the difference in these, and what do you recommend I take? Also, what is your opinion on digestive enzymes? -Erin in Pennsylvania Q11 - 47:24 Q: It’s that time of year again! All my friends on Facebook are debating giving their children the flu shot. I was shocked that they even set up a flu shot clinic at my son’s elementary school! He was relieved when I told him that he didn’t have to get one HAHA, but now I am having second thoughts. Do you recommend that I have my kids get the flu shot, and what about me? - Tara in Birmingham --------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel L

Hey Guys! Welcome back to another episode of Waist Away! Brittany Auerbach is best known for her website “Montreal Healthy Girl”, and her Youtube Channel by the same name, which has over 130k subscribers. She is a certified Naturopath and Health Coach, and the first Canadian guest that we’ve had on the podcast! She talks about what she thinks the best parasite cleanses to do are and the best natural remedies for cancer. Check out some of the links below to check out her website, and also to watch the full version over on our YouTube Channel! Enjoy the show! Video Version: https://youtu.be/yOc4Ulnffdo Brittany Auerbach: https://montrealhealthygirl.com/ LISTENER QUESTIONS: Q1 I feel like I have been so tired lately and feeling meh. My stomach isn’t functioning normal, I am sluggish all the time, and the thing is nothing has really changed as far as my diet, exercise, and sleeping habits. After your last podcast, I am considering a parasite cleanse. Which cleanses do you recommend and think are best? - Andrea in Bridgewater Q2 Ok, this is probably the grossest thing someone has asked on your show, but since listening to your podcast with Dr Jay I have been really curious about parasites. I heard crazy stories about your stool on a cleanse, saying you will see the parasites come out inside your stool. I googled it (GROSS, I KNOW) and it looked like little worms. EW! My questions is, when I am doing the cleanse, if I don’t see the worms in my stool, is the cleanse still working? - Anonymous Q3 I never had acne as a teenager, but now at the age of 31, I am getting crazy acne on my chin and forehead, especially before and during my period. It is so annoying! What is causing this so late in life, and what can I do to clear it up naturally? - Lisa in Kansas City Q4 I am 35 years old and have recently been diagnosed with Stage 2 Breast Cancer. I have made up my mind that I do not want to do chemotherapy or radiation and I am going to take an all natural route. I know that Jennifer is a firm believer that we can attack any disease naturally, and I want to know what advice she has for me? - Jeannie in Chattanooga --------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Hey Guys! Welcome back to another episode of Waist Away! Dr. Jay Davidson is a TWO-time #1 international best selling author, and the host of Detox, Lyme and Health Podcast. His practice focuses on natural, functional medicine. He leads a team of doctors that offer 1:1 coaching for people struggling with autoimmune issues. He co-hosts the Detox Project, which serves people with chronic illness, and co-founded Microbeformulas.com which we are going to talk a little more about. He is a busy man and we are so honored to have just a little bit of his time on the show today! Check out some of the links below to check out his website, and also to watch the full version over on our YouTube Channel! Enjoy the show! Video Version: https://youtu.be/7V0wjEk5nbQ Dr. Jay Davidson Website: https://drjaydavidson.com/ Coffee Enema Website: http://drjaydavidson.com/ultimate-coffee-enema INTRO QUESTIONS: Your wife, Heather, was diagnosed with Lyme Disease at a young age, and like so many of us went from doctor to doctor with no real answers! Walk us through your journey and how you became interested in Autoimmune issues? I listened to your talk at the Candida Summit, and you mentioned that you felt like fasting played a big part in Heather’s healing, and helped with a lot of her inflammation right off the bat. Can you explain how this all works together? There are so many people like your wife, and like me who are so discouraged because no one can tell them what is wrong with them and what they can do to fix it! What do you say to these people? Tell us about Microbe Formulas, how did you develop this, and who do you recommend this program to? So many of our listeners struggle with thyroid and autoimmune issues which you talk about in your book “5 Steps to Restoring Health Protocol”…without giving TOO much away, what can you tell us about these steps? Your Autoimmune Revolution is coming up on November 5, what can our listeners expect from this event? LISTENER QUESTIONS: Q1 - 28:42 Q:I moved into a new house about two months ago. Shortly after I moved in, I had a leak under the sink and a couple days later I noticed a bunch of mold. I cleaned the mold really well with bleach water, and aired it out, but I was really grossed out. I’ve noticed that since this happened (about a month ago), me and my husband have both been feeling a little off. I wouldn’t say that we are sick, but we are both tired all the time, slightly nauseous…just not fully ourselves. Do you think this could be related to the mold, or is this all in my head? How can I test to determine what’s going on and know for sure? -Ashley in Greensboro Q2 - 31:21 Q: I got really excited when I saw that Dr Davidson is coming on the podcast because I checked out his website and saw that he talks a lot about Lyme Disease. My son got a tick bite about two weeks ago, and I am wondering if there is anything that I can do to prevent Lyme Disease from developing. When and how can I start testing to see if he has Lyme Disease, and what signs should I be looking for? -Christie in Arizona Q3 - 33:00 Q: I loved your podcast with Dr Eric Z about essential oils! I learned so much, and am all about the natural remedies. I struggle big time with Rheumatoid Arthritis and Lupus. Some days I feel great, and some days I can’t get out of bed. For the past five years, I have been from Doctor to Doctor and tried every medication under the sun. I am getting concerned about the damage that these medications are doing to my organs long term. What are some things, such as the essential oils and natural supplements, herbs that you recommend that I do, to help manage my symptoms, and if I really wanted a miracle, to keep them from getting worse? I am willing to try anything at this point? -Patrice in Delaware Q4 - 37:04 Q: I have not been feeling well for the past couple of months. I went to the Doctor and had my bloodwork done and they said that everything looks normal. I consulted with Dr Google, and found that many of my symptoms line up with Adrenal Fatigue….I can wake up after sleeping 8 hours and feel exhausted! Besides that, I have gained about 10 lbs over the past couple of months, without changing my diet, my back is sore when I am not exerting myself, and I’ve noticed that if I sit still for longer than a couple minutes, my feet fall asleep and get tingly. Do you think this could be signs of adrenal fatigue, or just a coincidence? Can you talk more about Adrenal Fatigue, what causes it and how I can get back to feeling like myself? -Grace in Lynchburg Q5 - 40:37 Q: I have recently gone super hippy, as my husband calls me. I use all natural house hold cleaners, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, skin products, makeup, you name it! The only two things I haven’t been able to ditch are hairspray and perfume! My hippy friends give me a bunch of guilt about using both of these, but I can’t find natural alternatives to either that I really like. In your opinion, is this something I should be stres

Check out this clip from our last podcast with guest Dr. Eric Z! In this clip he covers the TOP 4 essential oils to use for weight loss! Be sure to check out the full episode! Full Episode here: http://bit.ly/2Nszood Video Version: https://youtu.be/6rr_W6SfNd0 --------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Welcome back to another episode guys! Today we have Dr. Eric Zielinski, AKA, Dr. Eric Z the author of the best seller “The Healing Power of Essential Oils”. He and his wife Sabrina founded DrEricZ.com, and in just four years, they’ve reached 6 million visitors per year, and established their site as the #1 source for Biblical Health and non-branded essential oils education online. We are so honored to have him on the podcast today! Website: http://www.drericz.com Dr. Eric Z's Essential Oils book:http://bit.ly/2OBqFV3 Essential Oil Masterclass: http://bit.ly/2xYkWiM Video Version: https://youtu.be/6rr_W6SfNd0 6:40 What are some of the top essential oils that support weight loss? 11:30 What kind of essential oil plan of attack do you recommend for people with autoimmune issues? 14:48 If you took your family on a vacation, and could only take 5 essential oils with you, which would you take? Listener Questions: Q1- 15:51 Q: I have so enjoyed the couple of podcasts you’ve done about CBD oil. I have been taking it for my chronic pain and it has really helped me a lot- I am completely off all my prescription drugs! I know so many people that would benefit from CBD oil, for various conditions, including cancer, but I am receiving some weird push back from the Christian community who don’t seem to understand the difference in illegal drugs and CBD oil, and also the people who think it is just another pyramid scheme. What would you say to both of these groups of people? - Janet in Atlanta Q2 - 18:09 My niece is currently undergoing chemotherapy for brain cancer and I can’t get her to consider an alternate approach to chemo, however, I have convinced her to take some essential oils IN ADDITION to the chemotherapy. What are the best oils that I should give her to help with the side effects, and what oils can I give her to possibly help the cancer from spreading or coming back? - Anette in Harrisonburg Q3 - 21:22 Since I cleaned up my diet, and focused on eating 80% clean, my thyroid is functioning so much better. I have significantly decreased the dosage of my medication. I really want to get off thyroid medication completely, and am curious how essential oils can help me with this goal? - Sandra in North Carolina Q4 - 28:59 What is your opinion on ingesting/swallowing essential oils? There are a lot of mixed reviews. Are there certain brands that are better to swallow than others, and are there certain oils that should not be swallowed? Also, I was taught that I need to put a carrier oil in my capsule but I don’t understand the point to that because once you swallow it and the capsule dissolves, it’s all going to the same place at the same time anyways! - Erica in Minnesota Q5 - 36:38 I struggle with really bad anxiety, but really don’t want to get on medication because I’ve heard stories from my friends. What are some of the best essential oils that I can use for my anxiety, and how should I be taking them- diffusing, swallowing, rubbing them on me, etc? I tried diffusing one oil called “Stress Away” which is a blend, at night time, and it gave me CRAZY dreams- which is the opposite of the effect I was going for lol. Do you think this caused my weird dreams or was it a coincidence? - Alex in Bedford Q6 - 41:58 I once went to an essential oil “party” where they were selling oils. The lady who led the party said that if there is an oil whose smell really offends us, our body is telling us that we need and crave that oil. Do you agree with this, and is there any truth to it? If so, will you explain? I’ve noticed one smell in particular that I can’t STAND is Clary Sage, and I’ve struggled with hormonal imbalance my whole life. This kind of made met think her theory is true? - Jamie in Suffolk Q7 - 45:12 I want to start diffusing some oils in my office that will help make everyone alert and productive, especially in that afternoon slump. What are some of the best oils that I can diffuse that won’t be too strong smelling, but will really give everyone that extra UMPH we all need? Any ideas? -Corrie in Little Rock Q8 - 46:42 My son is almost five months, and I’ve had recurring Mastitis almost twice a month in both breasts since he was born. I really don’t want to stop breast feeding because of the cost associated with formula, and of course the health benefits. I also don’t want to constantly take antibiotics either! What are some oils that I can use that could help prevent the Mastitis from coming back, or atleast treat the symptoms? I know some oils are not safe for breast feeding, so I want to be REALLY careful. - Helen in Virginia Beach

Hey guys! Welcome to another Podcast Preview! Earlier this week we featured Dr. Ann Louise Gittleman, also known as The First Lady of Nutrition. In this preview, she dives into her recommendations of how to curb your sugar cravings! You can listen to the rest of this episode by clicking the link right down below! FULL EPISODE: https://chantelray.podbean.com/e/wa53/ VIDEO VERSION: https://youtu.be/uA73BP9Kb4M --------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Hey guys! Welcome back to another episode of Waist Away: The Intermittent Fasting Podast! Today we have Dr. Ann Louise Gittleman is an award-winning nutritionist and New York Times Best Selling Author of over 30 Books on health and nutrition including diet, detox, women’s health, men’s health, perimenopause, menopause, beauty, and the environment. SELF Magazine recognized her as one of the Top 10 Notable Nutritionists in the United States and she’s known as the First Lady of Nutrition. It is an HONOR have her on the show! All the links you need to know and that we mentioned are down below! Enjoy the show! Dr. Ann Louise Gittleman's Website: https://annlouise.com/ Bile Builder: https://unikeyhealth.com/products/bile-builder Video Version: https://youtu.be/uA73BP9Kb4M Listener Questions: Q1 - 6:30 Q: I have heard so much fuss about Fats lately. When I was growing up, my parents always bought Low-Fat versions of everything, I’ve always tried to avoid fats like the plague! But now I hear more and more people talking about fats being healthy for you, which is just hard for me to understand. What makes fat healthy? And what are some of the best sources of fats I should be eating? -Molly in New York Q2 - 10:38 Q: I am so excited for Dr. Gittleman to come on the podcast because I want to talk to someone about perimenopause. I am only 40, but I have noticed over the past year or so my period has become very erratic. I’ve been pretty consistent with my period my whole life. Another thing I’ve noticed is a major decrease in my sex drive. 40 seems a little young to me to be going through the change already, none of my girlfriends seem to be experiencing the same thing. My gyno says that everything is normal. Is this early to be transitioning into menopause? What are some foods that I can eat, supplements I should take, things I should be doing to make the transition go more smooth? -Jeanette in Knoxville Q3 - 12:34 Q: I am 45 and I think that I am in the early phases of Menopause. I am debating the pros and cons of Hormone Therapy. My Doctor is really pushing it but I have read some opposing viewpoints online. What is your opinion? I am also curious, when can I safely stop taking birth control? -Mary in Delaware Q4 - 15:41 Q: After reading your book, I am working really hard to cut back my sugar. I am so shocked as I learn more about all the things that have hidden sugars! What are some tricks I can use to spot out these hidden sugars, and some keywords I should be looking for when I am scanning labels? I don’t have time to do a deep dive research on every single food I eat! -Olivia in Newport News Q5 - 17:35 Q: I went to the Doctor for a hemorrhoid, which is embarrassing, and he told me I wasn’t getting enough fiber. I eat a good bit of kale, arugula, and broccoli, and think my diet is pretty well rounded. Should I be taking a fiber drink? What are some other foods I should be eating? Unfortunately, I get hemorrhoids at least once a year, and I really want to know what I should be doing to prevent them. -Anonymous Q6 - 21:42 Q: I recently had weird aches and pains in my arms and legs and something that I read online told me I needed to increase my salt intake. I drank some salt water and immediately felt better, it was so odd! I am confused because I usually hear that I need to stay away from salt and sodium, esp if I am trying to lose weight. But as I started reading more online, I am finding that a lot of diets, esp the Keto diet, encourage salt. I feel really puffy when I eat a lot of salt and can’t imagine it is good for you. What’s the verdict? -Terri in Long Beach Q7 - 23:05 Q: I have figured out by the process of elimination that my body really doesn’t respond well to dairy. I cut it out a couple months ago and I feel so much better, my skin has cleared up, I have more energy, and I am much more regular in the bathroom. I keep going back to the commercials that say “Milk does a body good”…growing up it was hammered in me that we needed to drink milk for calcium. What are some good ways that I can be sure I am getting calcium without cutting out milk? -Brenda in Lynchburg Q8 - 24:16 Q: Can you explain the difference in Saturated Fats and Unsaturated fats? Am I supposed to be eating both of these? How many fats should I have each day? -Katie in Lexington Q9 - 26:04 Q: As you suggested in the podcast, I am waking up in the morning and I am taking my blood sugar and it ranges from 95-100 in the fasted state. I’ve read different things online that say this is considered pre-diabetic, and others that say this is normal- what are your thoughts? Should I be concerned, and what should I try to do in order to lower this naturally? -Tammy in Grand Rapids Q10 - 28:42 Q: I went to a Kinesiologist that my friend recommended to me, and he said that I have a lot of toxic metals in my body. I don’t really understand what this means. How did I get them, and what are some things I can do to get rid of them? Is there a way that I

Hey Guys! Welcome back to another episode of Waist Away: The Intermittent Fasting Podcast! Jane Barlow is a Master Herbalist and co-founder of Barlow Herbal. She has years of experience in the field coming working alongside her father who was a botanist. In this episode, we discuss the health benefits of herbs, how they can substitute certain prescription drugs, and Jane's TOP herbs to use every day! Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/e_QV070HE4o Learn more about Jane here: https://barlowherbal.com/ LISTENER QUESTIONS Q1 - 17:53 I loved your podcast with April when she talked about healing her cancer naturally. She said that she recommends using a lot of Chinese herbs, but didn’t really specify which herbs were Chinese and what the best herbs are for helping fight cancer. I am hoping that Jane can help clarify? - Naomi in Chesterfield Q2 - 20:20 I recently had a raised garden bed installed at my house. At first I planted a bunch of veggies but I wasn’t really happy with how they turned out and it was just too much work. I want to turn the bed into an herb garden. What are some of the most useful, low maintenance herbs that I can plant in there? - Sutton in New Jersey Q3- 22:38 I am super diet conscious and eat really clean, my weight is in normal range, but I STILL struggle with my blood pressure. I really really don’t want to be on blood pressure meds for life. Have you seen any situations where people were able to regulate their blood pressure using herbs? - Alan in Virginia Beach Q4 - 27:41 I am excited to hear from an herbalist on your podcast, I am always looking for all natural remedies for my children because I really want to keep them off antibiotics. Which herbs are the best to have on hand for children? My kids are relatively healthy, they just deal with the sniffles, sore throats, ear infections that are common for kids their age. Are there any herbs that are UNSAFE for kids, and is there anything I should have them all the time as a preventative? - Amy in Northern Virginia Q5- 29:44 My husband found a tick on him about 3 months ago and hasn’t been feeling well lately. Of course I googled way more than I should have and I am convinced that he has Lyme Disease… He says I am a hypochondriac, and of course won’t go to the doctor. Are there any herbs that I could slip him that would help with his symptoms, and potentially help prevent the Lyme Disease from developing? He is tired and achy all the time, complains of a headache a lot, and commonly has a slight fever. - Anonymous Q6 - 31:55 I have always struggled with hormonal imbalances and my doctor keeps me on birth control to help with this. I really want to wean off the birth control (W/O giving too much information, I don’t need it as a contraceptive). I want to take a more natural approach, so I have two questions. 1) Are there any herbs that will help regulate my hormones? 2) If so, is it safe to take them WHILE I am on my birth control, and how do you recommend I slowly wean myself off? -Brenda in Quebec Q7 - 34:58 I started getting lumps and red bumps in my armpits. I’ve weaned myself off wearing any type of deodorant/antiperspirant and I feel so much better! Lumps and bumps are completely gone and after a week or so I found that I’m not even sweating there anymore and no odor at all! Is it healthier to just wear no deodorant/antiperspirant at all? Are there any natural herbs that help act as an antiperspirant? - Sheri in Texas Q8 - 38:12 I had shingles about 3 years ago during a stressful time in my life. Unfortunately, it has just come back again. The case wasn’t yet severe, and my Doctor put me on Valtrex, which seems to be helping the shingles go away, but I really hate taking “drugs”…is there anything I should be taking now to help the active case that I have, and is there anything that I could take regularly to help prevent them from coming back? - Joanne in Virginia Beach --------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Hey Guys! Welcome back to another episode of Waist Away: The Intermittent Fasting Podcast! Katie Abbott is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, and she is passionate about helping her clients explore their bio-individuality and to determine their path to the best version of themselves. She helps her clients do everything from wean off their blood pressure meds, to lose weight, increase energy, heal their gut, learn mindful eating, and more. If you want to check out the video version click the link down below and subscribe to stay up to date with all of our videos! YouTube - https://youtu.be/SlKd_2MmNUU Katie’s Website - http://katieabbottrd.com/ Tell us a little more about yourself and what you are passionate about, how did you get started as a Health Coach? Something I notice you are passionate about is Mindful Eating, and a lot of the listener questions that we have for you today fall under this category. How would you describe mindful eating to someone who isn’t familiar with this term? You also talk about Intuitive eating on your site, is this the same thing? Tell us about a day in the life of Katie, what do you eat on a typical day…will you walk us through your eating habits and schedule from the time you wake up until you go to bed? What is the best way for our listeners to get in contact with you? Listener Questions Q1 - 16:04 My biggest problem when I am eating is that I become a food zombie, I eat so fast and without paying attention! I notice that if I am eating with other people I am always the first to finish. Eating fast also causes me to eat more, but I am having the worst time trying to slow down. I am really busy, and I don’t want to waste a huge portion of my life sitting there and eating, even though I know I need to. Do you have any advice for this? - Frankie in Corpus Christi Q2 - 18:00 My daughter and I have this tradition where every Friday night, we have a movie night and watch a movie that she picks, and eat a whole bunch of popcorn and snacks. I really love this time with her, and the snacks have become part of our tradition. The problem is that I’ve noticed I can eat a massive bowl of popcorn without even realizing it. What’s the saying…once you pop you can’t stop? Anyways, I don’t want to give up this tradition with my daughter, but I also don’t want to feel like total crap at the end of the movie! How can I still enjoy this time without eating a huge bowl of everything but the kitchen sink? - Sarah in Delaware Q3 - 20:00 I recently heard a podcast where they were talking about ‘The Big Four’…making sure you are getting some protein, fat, fiber, and greens with each meal. I have a pretty good idea of what good proteins, fats, and greens are, but am a little stuck on the fiber. Do you agree with this concept of the Big Four, and if so, what are some good sources of Fiber that are easy and I can be sure to include with my meals? - Rebecca in New Hope Q4 - 21:47 I have been doing Intermittent Fasting for about a month and I am starting to notice an increase in my energy, and a few pounds lost. The one thing that I really don’t like about it is when I push myself to a longer fasting window, I get super hangry towards the end. On several occasions, I have got so hangry that I completely binge out when I eat the first meal of the day. I know that this is not a healthy way to do Intermittent Fasting…starving myself and then binging out. How can I find the balance of letting my stomach growl and get hungry before I eat, but then be mindful of what and how I eat when I open my eating window? -Melanie in Chesapeake Q5 - 23:39 I’ve read so many recipes and articles lately about power smoothies, and almost every recipe says to use a scoop of “Your Favorite Protein Powder” or “Protein Powder of Your Choice”…my issue is I have never bought protein powder so I have no clue what kind I like, or what kind would be best for me. I hear people talk about plant based protein, collagen, soy, whey, etc. Can you break down the differences in the different types of protein so that I know where to start? -Alex in Manassas Q6 - 26:40 I love to cook for my family, and I always feel like food is healthier when I control exactly what is in it and what is added. The problem with cooking is that lately I’ve noticed that I am not even hungry when it comes time to eat. I realized that I am doing so much taste testing, trying every ingredient and trying the food every step of the process that I am eating way more than I realize. I like to try it to see how it tastes before I feed it, but I don’t want to keep tacking on these extra calories. What do you recommend? -Tara in Tennessee Q7 - 27:49 I love the Hunger Scale that you included in your book, it is way more simple to understand than some of the other ones that I’ve seen. You say that we shouldn’t go past a four or five when we are eating, which is extremely stuffed. How can I recognize when I am getting too stuffed and should stop eating, what signs should I

Last week on Waist Away, we featured Holistic Nutrition Consultant and Educator Mary Sheila Gonnella where she shared so much awesome information! In this podcast preview, Mary talked about one of the BEST ANALOGIES I've heard in a long time! Listen up this preview, and check out the whole episode below! Full Episode: https://chantelray.podbean.com/e/wa50/ To learn more about Mary Sheila Gonnella visit her website: https://www.occidentalnutrition.com/ Things I Do To make me feel better: http://www.chantelrayway.com/tired Video version: https://youtu.be/Amw--wDs4Dk Anti-Cancer Smoothie Recipe: https://chantelrayway.com/anticancersmoothie/ --------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Mary Sheila Gonnella is a Holistic Nutrition Consultant and Educator who helps people who are suffering from the effects and complications of high blood sugar, which can range from gut health, sleep issues, digestion problems, and weight gain, just to name a few. She is also the author of the book “The Breakfast Report”. To learn more about Mary Sheila Gonnella visit her website: https://www.occidentalnutrition.com/ Things I Do To make me feel better: http://www.chantelrayway.com/tired Video version: https://youtu.be/Amw--wDs4Dk Anti-Cancer Smoothie Recipe: https://chantelrayway.com/anticancersmoothie/ CRW PODCAST QUESTIONS Q1 - 5:49 My mood swings have been OUT OF CONTROL lately and I have been doing research trying to figure out what is going on because I don’t have anything going on in my life that would justify this moodiness. I have been reading a lot about gut health, and gut feelings, and am intrigued. Do you believe that our gut truly affects our mood, and how does this work? -Liz in Cooperstown Q2 - 7:27 I am a recovering sugar addict, and a mom of one. I want to know how to curb my sugar cravings and eat healthier in general! BUT, I get hung up on the fact that I have Oral Allergy Syndrome which causes my body to be oversensitive to the pollen in most fresh fruits and veggies. I get an allergic reaction including throat and tongue swelling. Common foods I cant have are apples, bananas, pears, peaches, plums, carrots, green beans, and celery. Help!!! -Mira. (Sounds like Mee-ruh), Eau Claire, WI Q3 - 11:32 I can NOT shake this funk I am feeling! I haven’t felt like myself in months. I am tired all the time, even though I am getting the same amount of sleep I’ve always got. I have been following your 80/20 principle and eating clean 80% of the time, and have even been keeping an eye on my gluten and dairy. I had my doctor run a panel and he said that everything looked completely normal. What could be wrong? -Angel in Harrisonburg Q4 - 14:14 I am trying so hard to get more sleep because everyone tells me how important it is when I am trying to lose weight, but I just can’t seem to make myself go to bed early! I try to get in bed around 9 and usually end up staring at my ceiling or my phone until atleast 11pm or almost midnight. Sleeping in is not an option for me, so I need to figure out how I can make myself go to bed earlier and sleep through the night. * Brenna in Massachusetts Q5 - 16:28 I read online that being outside and getting sunlight will help with my gut health which I think is CRAZY! I have no idea how the two are connected, but I am wondering how I can implement this, how much time do I need to spend outside to enjoy the benefits of sunlight and fresh air, and do you have any tips to squeeze this into my day? * Michelle in Hampton Q6 - 19:11 I’ve recently been diagnosed with Adrenal Fatigue, and I am trying to figure out how to get a handle on it the natural way. What are some foods that I should be focusing on eating, and what are the foods that I should be avoiding? Are there any natural supplements and vitamins that you recommend I take? * Holly in Atlanta Q7 - 29:30 I am working hard to regulate my blood sugar naturally and am focusing on foods with a low glycemic index. What are some of the best things that I should be eating? Also, do you think buying organic makes a big difference? * Katherine in SC Q8 - 37:28 I’ve recently started making smoothies in the morning and try to squeeze as much green stuff in there as I can! A friend recommended buying frozen organic spinach, because it’s cheaper than fresh spinach AND it makes the smoothies cold and icy which I love. I am just curious if frozen spinach has all the same properties as fresh spinach? Is there any difference? * Rachel in Columbia Q9 - 41:06 I’ve always heard that weight loss is 90% what you eat, and that exercise isn’t as important, but I want to start moving and trying to kick my weight loss up a notch. I work a full time job and have two kids, so I don’t have a ton of time, but I am committed to carving out atleast 30 minutes a couple times a week. What is the best exercise I can do to maximize this small amount of time? -Kate in New York --------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Hey guys! On this episode Chantel talks with Shawn Mynar, a holistic health and functional nutritionist. She talks about how she used the keto diet to help heal her body of gastrointestinal. She also discusses how the keto diet can be used to help the transition into intermittent fasting easier. To learn more about Shawn Mayner visit her website: http://www.shawnmynar.com/ Video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_EICcfZ6ng&feature=youtu.be Chantel's keto meter video: https://chantelrayway.com/ketometer/ Anti cancer smoothie recipe video: https://chantelrayway.com/anticancersmoothie/ CRW PODCAST QUESTIONS Q1 06:35 I’ve been eating Keto for the past year or so and I’ve noticed that in my Keto Communities, Intermittent Fasting is becoming more and more popular, it seems like the two lifestyles work really well together. Why is this? -Ashleigh in Park City Q2 09:07 I’ve been looking into the Keto, and I think it’s crazy how people eat so much fat like mayo, sour cream, bacon, etc. I am not comfortable with eating this much fat, do I have to eat a ton of fat to be considered Keto? Or could I just stick low carb and eat moderate fats? -Angela in Lexington Q3 12:27 Every where I turn, I see the Keto diet popping up out of nowhere. I always look into different diets, and I am wondering what is the difference in the Keto diet and the South Beach or Atkins diet…is this just a new name for an old diet? -Pamela in Chesterfield Q4 14:18 I started Keto about 6 months ago, and one of my favorite side effects has been regular periods, which I’ve never had in my life since I struggle with PCOS. Can you explain how the Keto diet has such a positive effect on female hormones? -Jennifer in Raleigh Q5 17:17 I have been into Intermittent Fasting for about three months and have been reading about Ketosis…I’ve always thought I could only get into Ketosis through a low carb diet, but I am now reading that I can get into Ketosis from fasting alone? Is this true, and if so, can I test it using the keto urine strips? How accurate are those? -Karen in Fort Bragg Q6 22:52 I combine intermittent fasting with a low carb lifestyle, and have never felt better than I do when I am in ketosis. What are some of the best vitamins and supplements you recommend to support Ketosis? -Toni in Oakland --------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

In this episode we answer some of the most popular questions that we're asked alot! We talk about how you can identify your hunger scale, how to stop LATE NIGHT snacking, and when and if you should start OMAD (One Meal A Day) fasting! This is part 2 of a special two part Q&A series. Enjoy! Q1 - 01:20 I read your book and enjoyed the idea of the Hunger Scale. I am just having a hard time identifying what my hunger level is? What are some ways that you identify physical hunger, or true hunger as you call it? -April in Tampa Q2 - 06:26 My job is crazy, and my favorite thing to do in the evening is unwind with some reality tv, and something salty like pretzels or popcorn. I eat really clean all day while I am working and this is my one ritual that I really enjoy at night, even if I am not super hungry. Do you have any tips where I can still enjoy my snacks and not give them up completely? I don’t want to give up my nighttime snacks, but I really want to try your program. -Myra in Winston Salem Q3 - 10:47 I’ve been doing Intermittent Fasting for 6 months and I still cannot wrap my brain around the lack of appetite! Before I started, if I didn’t eat every 3 hours, internal alarms would go off. Actual sirens!!!. Now I just have a glass of water and chill and the hunger seems to pass. It seems so weird to not be obsessing about the next meal, but I like it! To kick things up a notch, I want to try moving from a 6 hour window to OMAD, what are your thoughts on this? --------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

In this episode we answer some of the most popular questions that we're asked alot! We talk about how fasting heals your body, why you shouldn't drink water while you eat, and how to intermittent fast on vacation! This is part 1 of a special two part Q&A series. Enjoy! Q1 - 01:21 On your podcast, you always talk about healing your body through fasting, but I just don’t get how all this works, it sounds really vague. Can you please explain? -Wanda in Sacramento Q2 - 05:28 The other day my friend told me that I shouldn’t be drinking water with my meals. I thought this was CRAZY….I have always heard I should drink water with every meal. Have you heard of this, and is it true? I can’t imagine eating without drinking water at the same time! - Priscilla in Dallas Q3 - 10:00 In your book, you talk about the 80/20 Principle a lot, but you’ve mentioned on the podcast that you try to eat cleaner than that because you have thyroid issues. Where do you come up with these numbers? If I don’t have health issues, or need to lose a ton of weight, could I do more of a 70/30? -Terri in Kentucky Q4 - 13:16 I am so excited for my summer vacation next week! This will be my first time going out of town since I started Intermittent Fasting. I currently stick to a 6 hour eating window every day, and do one 24 hour fast per week. I don’t want to completely go off the rails while I am on vacation. What do you do when you travel, and what do you recommend? -Patty in Newport News --------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***

Hey Guys! In Today's Podcast Preview, we took a little clip from my talk with Alex Penix from Arc Hemp LLC about CBD oil! CBD oil is a controversal topic because of it's connetion to Hemp and Marijuana. In this clip we talk about the health benedit sof using CBD oil and how it can help cure inflammation! Full Episode: http://bit.ly/2NyfEQJ Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3CB04ruc9w --------------------------------------- To learn more about the principles of intermittent fasting, purchase Chantel's book, Waist Away: The Chantel Ray Way NOW by visiting http://amzn.to/2CVmTgs YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteFjiVaY6n0SOAixcyZbWA Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheChantelRayWay Things we love: https://chantelrayway.com/things-i-love-2/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheChantelRayWay ***As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.***