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Toxicity is a hot topic discussed at any given time. However, there are some aspects of it that are less talked about, for example identifying where it is originating from and what is the right testing for it. This week on Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole navigates us through the types of toxicity found in our day-to-day food, where do they originate from and what type of adverse health effects on our gut and the overall body. The Doctor then explains further how we can better equip ourselves better against some of these toxins that are mixed in our food. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 02:04 Leveraging better testing 05:23 It is not your fault 10:03 There’s toxicity everywhere 19:35 Culprits behind gut issues 28:34 The gut-brain connection 43:10 Anti Precipitants leading to aluminum toxicity 52:33 We’re used to not getting answers

Blood sugar, or glucose, is the main sugar found in your blood and is used as energy by your cells. However low or high blood sugar levels are associated with a variety of serious health issues. This week on Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Nick talk about the connection between blood sugar and its effects on the brain. Both doctors dive into various symptoms and give us an insight into the potential root of various blood sugar issues and how that relates to your cognitive function. Tune in as the duo focuses on how to better your brain and have optimum blood sugar levels. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 01:09 Dr. Nicole’s personal journey 03:23 What induces Type 3 Diabetes 10:24 Pancreas and parasite 18:03 What does hyperglycemia does to insulin resistance? 25:28 Most of us have settled for feeling like crap 32:03 All blood sugar problems are not separate entities 42:50 Everything affects everything

This week on Integrative Wellness Radio, Join Dr. Nicole Rivera and Dr. Nick Carruthers as they dive into the gut and brain connection. The duo discusses how our body is interconnected with all of our organs working as a whole. Tune in to more about the "control center" aka the brain and its relationship with the gut, more importantly, some things you can do on your own to help improve that connection! Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 02:52 Every organ is interconnected 08:47 Overworked brain stresses everything else 9:23 The two-way street 16:21 What is the lymphatic system? 19:02 How to activate your vagus nerve? 24:00 Scar issue being the culprit 26:25 It’s time to take a different approach

Today on Integrative wellness radio, we continue the conversation with part 2 of the pain series with Dr. Nicole and Dr. Nick. Last week the duo talked about the emotional and physical ties to pain. In part 2 we go more into how infections can present themselves in the form of pain, in particular in the lower back and knee pain. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 02:00 Where does pain really stem from? 07:50 All symptoms are connected 15:13 Your immune system is in charge of everything 20:35 Phantom pain and its origins 23:15 We need to be conscious of our sleeping environment 30:35 You don’t have to live with toxicity forever 35:55 The special care for your liver 43:56 IWG’s Goal

Physical pain can be of all sorts and severities. But what’s common in all types of pain is that it is not linear or one-dimensional. This week on Integrative Wellness Radio. Dr. Nicole & Dr. Nick dive into a two-part podcast on pain. In this part, the duo dissects how pain can stem from different avenues in our body from stress or emotional baggage we keep holding on to. Dr. Nick sheds light on ways we deal with stress and how that can physically manifest in the body, using the Demartini Method. Tune in to the whole episode to get a better insight. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 02:35 Our biggest disservice 05:18 Most physical problems don’t have a physical cause 08:44 Our animalistic nature 12:40 A patient’s story 18:00 Ask those uncomfortable questions 22:57 Pain is a feedback mechanism 24:51 “The Breakthrough Experience”

Addiction can come in all shapes and sizes: addiction to drugs, unhealthy foods, or even bad health practices. This week on Integrative Wellness Radio. Dr. Nicole is shedding light on the topic of addiction with the question of “How” & “Why” addiction happens. She links it with how people with dopamine and other hormonal deficiencies stand a greater risk of falling victim to all sorts of addiction. The doctor then explains how conventional medicine overlooks your body as a whole and why prescribing antidepressants in response to things like addiction can play a role in causing neurological issues in the long run. Tune in to this episode to get a better insight. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 02:35 You don’t know what you don’t know 04:33 Your symptoms are real 07:18 It’s not your fault 11:48 A patient’s story 17:34 The 3 things your brain needs 27:43 Addiction is not normal brain function 33:20 What happens when dopamine gets too high? 40:35 How Bioresonance technology helps 51: Healthcare should be about answers

Feeling fatigued or never wake up feeling refreshed? Today on Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole talks about how your sleep disorders might be connected to overwhelmed organs. She also discusses the different toxins, habits, and environmental factors that play a role in the quality and quantity of our sleep. The doctor then shares some real-life stories from her clinical practice and gives us an insight into how conventional medicine often overlooks the human body as a whole and takes the “one pill fits all” approach. Tune in to the whole episode to learn more. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 01:30 Sleep issues tied to your organ clock 04:15 There’s limited testing when it comes to sleep 07:11 We should not normalize our symptoms 14:57 A real patient’s story 18:23 3 things our brain needs 27:53 The role of toxicity with sleep issues 30:22 Darkness is your friend 35:39 Myths about mental health & sleep 47:33 Most of your serotonin is in your gut 54:03 EMFs and their effect on sleep 58:00 Healthcare is about answers & solutions

Originally launched as a webinar, this week Integrative Wellness Radio brings you an episode on the correlation between breast implant illness and mold toxicity. Dr. Nicole gives us a bird’s eye view of different types of implants and the adverse effects they can have on the human body long term. She also covers the many different ways breast implant illness can present itself and the impact the toxins in breast implants can have. Tune in to the whole episode to learn more. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 01:44 This is a judgment-free on implants 04:03 It’s not always the implant itself 05:17 Not everyone with implants has issues 08:29 There’s always a root cause to your diagnosis 13:23 A case study 15:32 Symptoms of breast implant illness 16:25 Different types of breast implants 22:30 Dr. Nicole’s migraine discovery 27:03 Misconceptions about implants 32:18 Calcification and toxins in breasts 36:43 It’s not just about mold 42:30 Toxins in breast implants 49:31 You don’t know what you don’t know 55:30 Everybody values something different

On this episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, join Dr. Nicole as she sheds light on the topic of POTS or Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, a condition where the heart rate increases on changing your posture, often causing dizziness or fainting. Once considered a very rare condition, Dr. Nicole explains why there is a huge influx of individuals (mostly women) with the disease today and why it has become more and more common. She uncovers some of the environmental, physical, and biochemical factors contributing to POTS. Tune in to learn more about the symptoms and how you can take better care of yourself. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 01:03 Influx of women with POTS 02:23 The compounding effect that contributes to the onset of POTS 02:52 Varying degrees and key symptoms of POTS 04:53 Autonomic Response Testing at IWG 06:49 Adrenal function and POTS 08:44 The catalyst that sets the symptoms in motion 9:45 Getting a bird’s eye view of the vascular system 10:51 Connective tissue issues’ impact on the vascular system 13:05 POTS is not a mystery with the right testing

This week on Integrative Wellness Radio, we are joined by Dr. Nick and Dr. Nicole as they dive into antibiotic resistance and why it is on the rise. Dr. Nicole identifies some of the chemicals that are contributing to the ineffectiveness of antibiotics AND impacting the bacterial diversity in our bodies. Dr. Nick shares some tips to help us reduce our daily exposure and briefs on how these toxins not only affect us physically but also take a toll on our mental and emotional health. Tune in to learn more about how to help strengthen and protect your body's immune system. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 02:03 Antibiotic exposure in your food 04:51 What is the microbiome? 06:48 The push and pull of eliminating bad microbes 9:00 Overexposure to these chemicals impacts mental & emotional health 11:22 Helping people achieve a better functioning brain 13:33 Finding the root cause 15:53 Stress is stress 20:58 Tools to create more balance in your body 25:30 Getting the bad stuff out and the good stuff in 29:03 The quality of food, not the quantity of it 33:30 What you put on your skin counts too

On today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole discusses the infamous Keto Diet. While the Keto Diet has proven to be beneficial for weight loss, mental health, and repairing cells it might act as the complete opposite for individuals who have foundational health issues. During this episode, she uncovers some of the adverse side effects that are often caused by the keto diet and details out why some people react differently or experience “Keto-Flu”. If you are considering going keto, this is a must-listen. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 01:03 The benefits of a ketogenic diet 04:01 Healthy and not so healthy ways to go into ketosis 06:20 Possible adverse reactions of keto 07:13 Does your body know how to burn fat? 8:37 Burning fat releases toxins 9:43 There is toxicity all around us 13:30 Clearing the filtration systems of your body 16:00 Is toxicity the issue? There’s testing available 18:43 Be your own health advocate 19:36 Symptoms of a failed filtration system 21:30 How to get your filtration system working again 24:50 Exploring a modified version of keto

Feeling some extra baggage after the holidays? It might not be what you think. On this episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, the doctors explain that some of the extra pounds on the scale aren’t fat, but a result of inflammation caused by accumulated toxins in the body. But what does that mean? What does toxic buildup look like? Dr. Nick dissects the human lymphatic system and gives us a deep insight into what causes cellulite and the so-called fat pockets that remain even after clean eating and hitting the gym. Dr. Nicole gives us insight into where these toxins generally originate from and how we can avoid them in the first place. Learn more by tuning in to the whole episode. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 01:45 What does toxic buildup look like? 02:54 Your body can’t lose fat if it’s toxic 06:47 Where are the most common toxins coming from? 13:02 Physiology of the brain and its need to detox 15:34 What is stripping your gut of good bacteria 18:04 Organic? GMO? Your food choices are important 19:05 You need a strategy to detox 20:55 Foundational issues need to be addressed 26:03 No detoxing to “retoxing”

Today, on Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole & Dr. Nick tackle one of the most common questions our society asks: how do we reverse or prevent aging? Dr. Nick discusses some holistic approaches to slow aging and gives us a scientific insight into how some of these tools and ways can rejuvenate us from the inside out. Dr. Nicole weighs in on some of our daily habits that might contribute to our untimely aging. She also shares some products and DIY hacks that can help balance out hormones, improve cellular health, and encourage detoxification, helping us look and feel younger longer. Tune in to the whole episode to learn more! Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 01:47 Hydration & the quality of it 03:30 Bluelight-blocking glasses 05:38 Melatonin is not just a sleeping hormone 10:01 Some benefits of Infrared Sauna 11:17 What lymph congestion looks like on your body 12:29 3 tips to breaking up this lymph blockage 14:01 Ridding the “ripple effect” of cellulite 17:40 How wrinkles are created 19:16 How cupping helps detox 21:57 Healthy cells, healthy body

On today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole discusses why some of us have been failed by conventional medicine. She gives us a deep insight into why we hit plateaus with our health and how this failure causes us to question and doubt ourselves. Dr. Nicole takes us back to the time when she followed the “perfect” diet & supplement regime but still felt exhausted and continued to hit roadblocks. She breaks down the filtration systems of the human body and dissects why some of the most important organs in our body are overlooked in conventional medicine and even functional medicine. Listen in to learn more. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 00:30 Integrative medicine as the first step 03:06 You’re not aging, you’re missing a part of the puzzle 05:10 It’s not just diet and supplements 08:15 Focusing on the body’s “filters” (It’s not just your liver) 13:24 The real reason your body is more resilient when you’re young 15:00 Some tips to decipher if your body is taxed 20:29 Signs your liver is overwhelmed 25:00 “Don’t fix it until it’s broken” 26:30 Tips to detox 31:12 Slimming down your toxin intake 35:30 Testing at IWG

On today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Nick discuss one of the most challenging things in life, bearing the loss of someone we love. The holidays can be an especially hard time for those dealing with grief. So with the holiday season upon us, the couple sheds light on why grief is the body’s normal response and how overcoming it can help us cherish the memories we made with our loved ones. Dr. Nick shares his inspiring story on how he coped with his personal losses and how the Demartini Method has helped him and those around him. He gives us a scientific insight into how our body reacts to tragedy and debunks some of the common myths surrounding grief and loss. Dr. Nicole briefs us on how our physical body also bears the burden of loss and how some of the fundamental issues with our health can lead to even bigger mental stress during the loss of a loved one. Tune in to learn more. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 00:49 Things that we can’t ignore 02:15 A fresh perspective on grief and loss 04:35 Dr. Nick’s story 13:30 We don’t know what we don’t know 15:00 The conventional tools 20:46 Debunking myths around grief and loss 28:01 Grief is complicated 30:54 The quality of your life is based on the quality of questions you ask 36:08 Fear: False Evidence Appearing Real 40:30 No one is in perfect health 42:57 Leverage better questions & better testing 47:55 Top three takeaways 55:00 Overcoming the “I’m not enough” mindset at IWG

On today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Nick discuss the correlation between common symptoms and oral health that no one is talking about. The duo explains how your oral cavity is connected to all of your other body systems and details how this could be creating a ripple effect on your health. Listen in to find out how dental procedures play a role in the onset of symptoms, the impacts of your dental fillings, and what you can do today to begin to reverse the effects. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 01:43 The catalyst behind your symptoms 03:50 Drastic impact your oral cavity has on your health 07:44 Your mouth and your digestive system 10:13 Considering anatomy when looking at your symptom 12:40 Do you drool? 14:03 The effects of having an abundance of dental fillings 20:27 The infectious bacteria hiding in every root canal 24:55 How to get your fillings removed properly 26:33 At home tip: Detox Deo 29:30 The truth behind eating “too much sugar” 30:20 Dr. Nick’s favorite toothpaste 31:13 Tip for excessive drooling 32:45 We don’t guess, we test

Originally launched as a webinar, this week Integrative Wellness Radio is giving you an episode on how to prepare for pregnancy. Dr. Nicole and her guest discuss the best nutrients to facilitate fertility, how you may need to detox before “trying”, and the all too common topic of infertility. Dr. Nicole explains the potential root causes of infertility & how mentally preparing for pregnancy is just as important as preparing for it physically. This episode debunks some of the widespread misinformation around pregnancy and gives you an inside look at Dr. Nicole’s very own pregnancy. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 01:30 Dr. Nicole’s personal story 08:38 You can’t give what you don’t have 10:30 The elephant in the room (it’s stress) 11:40 Coreen’s pregnancy journey 15:03 Uncommon causes + contributing factors of infertility 18:15 Infertility is not just a hormone issue 21:55 Systemic inflammation and endometriosis 25:48 Everyday toxins and hormone disrupters 41:00 Morning sickness? Bad blood sugar 43:14 Infertility is not bad luck 44:50 Asking for help 46:32 Q&A

Previously launched as a webinar! This week on Integrative Wellness Radio, we are sharing a very special webinar recorded earlier this year. Dr. Nick is joined by former IWG Client Services Director, Valeria LaBarbera as they discuss how to overcome anxiety and depression using the Demartini Method. For the first twenty minutes, Dr. Nick geeks out and gets deep into the science of the method. Then the pair share personal stories, discuss the causes of anxiety and depression, and debunk common myths around it. Dr. Nick also weaves in the tools needed to utilize the method in daily life and breaks down the quality questions you can start asking to overcome anxiety and depression. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 0:45 Anxiety and depression are generalized in our society 2:01 The science behind anxiety and depression 3:55 What is the Demartini Method 6:44 How the Demartini Method differs from a traditional approach 10:20 Why and how we view the world based on our values 15:50 Evaluating situations where you feel anxious 22:00 It’s impossible to have “control” over your emotions 23:16 The 3 things you can control 26:23 Myths about anxiety and depression 25:37 Val’s personal story about anxiety and depression 30:30 Dr. Nick’s story with anxiety and depression 34:50 How anxiety and depression are related 39:27 How the anxieties of other people can impact you 43:35 The difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset 49:35 Neutralizing anxiety and depression 58:36 Linking is how we change our perceptions 59:19 Top 3 takeaways 1:04:40 Demartini success story 1:11:17 Q&A from the audience

In today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nick is joined by former IWG Client Services Director, Valerie LaBarbera with a new addition to the Demartini Series; The path from suffering & Grief to healing and Growth. Being a Human Behavior specialist Dr. Nick uncovers the challenges that are packed with grief and how it affects not only our health but also our relationships. He briefs us on how to develop a growth mindset using the Demartini method and move out of the fixed & toxic mindset. Valerie shares with us how stepping out of negative emotions make us more observant and aware of those around us. Listen to the full episode to learn more! Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 1:30 Unbalance emotions limit our potential 4:00 Society hasn’t taught us how to grow 5:09 The Demartini Method 11:33 For every action, there’s an equal & opposite reaction 15:38 Supporting the challenges of those around you 16:15 We can only control three things in our lives 20:44 Beliefs are drivers of what creates our emotions 24:06 Why do we need to learn ourselves first? 25:37 Debunking the myths around grief 35:17 Valerie briefs us on the Top three takeaways 38:06 Make a list of everything you perceive missing 45:57 IWG’s way to learn and grow 48:27 Dr. Nick answers to What to do when you’re in the thick of it with grief?

In today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole is joined by a dear friend Nerissa. Nerissa shares her recent health journey and how the path to healing hasn’t been just quick fixes or random medkits but more of a self-exploration. She talks about how she helped herself feel better and didn't depend on conventional medicine or others to heal her. Dr. Nicole breaks down how a linear approach isn’t the answer when we hit a plateau. She shares with us the integrative ways and how we need to look at our body’s health as a whole instead of going for THAT one pill or single homeopathy. Tune in to the whole episode for more info! Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 1:53 What sparked Nerissa’s health journey 4:13 Moving out from a linear approach 5:33 Subtracting all types of toxins from your life 6:06 Nerissa’s amazing 76-hour long fast 8:03 Toxic lifestyle and Toxic people 10:23 Caring for yourself is caring for those around you 16:14 It’s not just the diet, It’s the exercise as well 23:43 No one can fix you unless you play an active role in it 25:33 Addictive behaviors in our lifestyle 33:13 The pressure of being someone we are not 34:33 Relationships and doing what’s best for your partner 39:21 Grief and what people think of it 43:18 It is all about balance and shifting the mindset

In today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Nick unfold the widely spread misconceptions about hormones. Hormones have a bad rap: they get blamed for so many things but it’s often not the root cause or the only issue present. Dr. Nicole digs deep into the types of testing that are best for uncovering the foundational issues that act as a stem for irregular hormone levels. She also discusses the many things that are influencing our hormone levels and how conventional medicine is just a quick fix. Listen to the full episode to learn more! Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 2:44 People’s hormones are usually off 5:53 Supplements and herbs are just a ‘temporary relief’ 6:23 Things influencing our hormones 9:34 Fight or flight mode puts hormones on the back burner 10:18 The deficiencies that lead to hormonal imbalance 12:29 There’s no way it’s JUST hormones 13:13 Hormonal effects on menstrual cycle 15:50 IWG’s approach to low-grade infections 22:26 Stress is all perception 25:33 Most people utilize ‘dopamine high’ to overcome stress hormones 28:06 It’s impossible to balance out a neurological problem with a chemical fix 32:33 How blood sugar can impact hormones 35:34 Better testing will decipher the foundational issues in the body

In today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole Rivera will discuss the MANY contributing factors that affect your mood. As we head into the colder months, the impacts of Seasonal Affective Disorder could be on the horizon for you. But a S.A.D diagnosis isn’t telling the whole story. You will learn how blood sugar, brain health, diet, and the environment directly affect your mental health and what you can do today for a happier tomorrow (cheesy but true). Dr. Nicole will dig deep into the difference between serotonin and dopamine issues and explain the trickle-down effect your cortisol levels could be having on your “happiness”. She will also debunk the common myths associated with mood imbalances. This episode is packed full of actionable tips and will really help you understand the importance of leveraging better testing to identify how your biochemistry and mental health are connected. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 3:44 Why are so many people being failed by conventional (or even functional) medicine? 12:57 The true definition of S.A.D. and a real-life example 15:05 The blood sugar crisis that’s affecting 90% of the population. 19:56 The huge difference between serotonin and dopamine’s impact on your mood 20:11 What a TRUE serotonin issue looks like 24:03 Feeding our dopamine deficiencies 26:20 Sleep issues and “cortisol stimulating” activities are another piece of the serotonin puzzle 30:59 You can have the most fantastic gut in the world but it’s not the end all be all 33:26 Lack of vitamin d or lack of social interaction? 36:22 Blue light and your diet’s impact on your mood. 40:23 Better testing and better solutions (therapy and antidepressants are not the only options) 45:50 The differences between functional and integrative medicine

In today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole Rivera and Integrative Practitioner, Grace Farren uncover the leading causes of stress in the body, how inflammation can present itself, and the food-as-medicine approach to countering inflammation. You will also learn the ins and outs of detoxification through food (hint: it's more than sprinkling charcoal on everything!) as well as what food CAN'T fix. Dr. Nicole and Grace will touch on the integrative testing approach they practice at IWG that ranges from food allergies to hormonal imbalances and much, much more. This episode of IWR was originally recorded and released as a live webinar. Click the links below to access Grace’s grocery shopping guide and superfood checklist! Grocery Shopping Superfood Checklist Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 02:56 Dr. Nicole’s frustrations with nutrition 09:18 How your food can create toxic overload 11:03 Why no diet is forever 14:07 Leveraging strategy in your diet and nutrition 18:26 Why all superfoods are not always “super” 23:49 All wine is not created equal 30:04 Real food, fake food 32:41 Want to make the changes? Take it piece by piece 35:26 Natural flavors: the kiss of death 39:56 Choosing the right animal proteins 46:44 Why you can’t digest fiber 52:01 Getting back to REAL food 1:02:51 Food can heal you or hurt you 1:15:36 IWG’s approach to nutrition, testing, and healing

In this encore episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole & Dr. Nick discuss the toll stress can have on your physical health. Spoiler alert: It’s not all in your head! The couple discusses how stress, trauma, and emotions are a huge foundational roadblock for so many of us and the positive impacts letting go of those stressors can have on the body. It’s not just about the right diet, the right supplements, or the “best doctor” - sometimes it’s about peeling back the layers. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the connection between emotional stressors and physical symptoms. And, if this stress is playing an integral role in your health, how do you combat it? Maybe you should “screw it, just eat pizza” but then again, maybe not... Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 01:12 The biggest thing holding your health back 03:43 The “screw it” mindset and your mind’s healing power 09:30 Limitations of subjective medicine and one size fits all protocols 12:31 How our human programming sets us back from healing 14:18 Connecting your biochemistry with mental and emotional stressors. 17:03 “Screw it and eat the pizza” but only in the name of balance 22:29 If you’re ignoring your emotional stressors, your body is keeping score 26:01 Talk therapy and medication aren’t the only options. What is the best way for YOU to release your emotional stressors? 29:07 Create balance by knowing more about your own body

Melatonin is commonly associated with sleep. However, unknown to most people, it also plays a major role in detoxifying our brain. Join Dr. Nick and Dr. Nicole as they discuss how melatonin contributes to neurological health and how it can be positively leveraged under the supervision of a physician. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 02:26 How melatonin and cortisol levels are supposed to work 04:00 Tips for balancing your melatonin levels 12:56 The gut-brain connection’s impact on sleep 14:06 What causes your melatonin production to decrease? 27:27 How to take supplement your melatonin to serve you

In this episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole and Tara Pollifrone continue the conversation into birthing, breastfeeding, post-birth health, and vaccinations. As parents-to-be, women often get blanket advice like “avoid a c-section” or “breastfeeding is good” but how do you determine what is really best for you and your baby? Dr. Nicole explores Tara’s knowledge base as an expectant mother and provides insight on how to navigate these post-birth questions and begin making medical decisions for your child. During the conversation, the two discuss some of the unknown aspects of breastfeeding as well as the impact a mother’s energetic and emotional state can have on their baby. Dr. Nicole also explains her reasons for choosing home birth and how women who must have c-sections can boost their baby’s immunity. Finally, Dr. Nicole digs deep into the development of the immune system and how her baby's immune-boosting toolbox consists of much more than antibiotics and vaccines. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021

In this episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole speaks to the fellow expectant mother and Life Coach, Tara Pollifrone. Together, they get real and raw about some of the most commonly asked questions surrounding the journey from pregnancy to infancy. Dr. Nicole discusses the obstacles to conception you may not realize and how to take an integrative approach to prenatal and pregnancy nutrition. During this conversation, Dr. Nicole helps expectant mothers understand how to maximize their health in order to maximize the health of their babies. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Nicole and Tara share some of their personal pregnancy and birthing choices and discuss how to navigate making informed decisions that uphold your individual values. Stay tuned for the next episode where Dr. Nicole and Tara continue the conversation and discuss how your birthing plan can impact your baby’s immune system, the unfortunate realities of breastfeeding, and vaccinations... Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 2:10 How Tara discovered Integrative Wellness Group 6:01 Understanding how our bodies differ from one another 8:35 Tara shares her journey of pregnancy & healing 10:56 Obstacles to conception you may not be thinking about 14:22 Aspects of pregnancy and birth that contribute to your baby’s healthy immune system 21:05 The root cause of your morning sickness, acid reflux, and more 25:32 The “pregnancy palette” can transfer to your children

In this part two episode of The Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole chats with Brendan Vermeire of Metabolic Solutions. The two cover their personal experience with toxics, abnormal but commonly accepted symptoms, and how they were introduced to functional medicine. Brendan provides insight on the misconception that illness is physical, when in fact it can and very often is psycho-emotional. Dr. Nicole shares a patient's story on Lyme disease, identity, and how having a future vision can affect your healing. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 2:15 Daily toxin exposure 3:26 Why Brendan got in functional medicine 7:17 “Normal” symptoms that aren’t so normal 10:40 A bruise to the nervous system 19:08 Badge of honor dilemma 21:05 Lyme disease & identity 23:00 Why you need to have a vision

In this part 1 episode of The Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole chats with Brendan Vermeire, Mental Health Scientist & Certified Health Practitioner who has a background in fitness. Brendan shares his unique journey starting as a Navy Seal who was released from duty due to a pre-existing medical condition and how he transitioned into health & fitness. Brendan’s personal experience with mental health drove him to pursue a career in the industry. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 2:20 Brendan’s journey 13:00 Gut-brain connection 23:30 Challenging conventional medicine & common beliefs 25:00 Manipulation of pathways

In today’s episode of the Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole discusses the true definition of a parasite and the sources of parasites that you may not have even considered. She also discusses several myths and common misconceptions about parasites. Dr. Nicole shares her own surprising experience with parasites and sheds light on why not all are bad. Meanwhile, Dr. Nick gives us an insight into the tests and protocols used to safely detoxify and say goodbye to your parasitic friends. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 2:57 How we get exposed to parasites 6:05 Infested sources & foods 08:40 The neurological impact of parasites 10:47 Not all parasites are bad 18:04 How Cellcore helped Dr. Nicole 26:03 Dr. Nick sheds light on enemas & colonics 34:10 The full moon’s impact on parasites 38:50 How parasites hijack your behavior

In this episode of the Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole is joined by Dr. Stephanie Canestraro of the Vagus Clinic to discuss the issue with industry specialists, their personal histories dealing with parasites, and the often overlooked vagus nerve! Dr. Stephanie shares how she got into functional medicine and how nasal parasites propelled her journey. Dr. Nicole discusses the vagus nerve connection and IWG’s tool in regulating this pathway. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 2:29 Dr. Stephanie’s journey 9:15 Uncovering the foundational issue 10:22 Branches of medicine 12:33 Muscle testing & “woo woo” medicine 18:30 Learning from your patients 19:30 Dispelling myths & the lowdown on parasites 23:00 Nasal worms 36:32 Vagus nerve

Dr. Nicole & Grace are jumping straight back into the concerning daily dose of toxins that most people are unaware of in this episode of the Integrative Entrepreneur. The duo covers everything from powdered eggs to Bluelight & botox to collagen peptides. Listen now to hear how to detoxify from these everyday toxins. Noteworthy Time Stamps: 1:24 Diving straight into coffee concerns 4:15 Food storage & mold 6:00 We are what our food eats 10:16 Sad truth about eggs 11:00 Household items & outdoor toxins 13:00 High fructose corn syrup 17:30 Jaime Oliver sugar talk 19:13 We eat fries too 19:40 Technology 20:30 Bluelight & your skin 23:00 Collagen

In this episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole & Grace walk through a typical day for most people… laced with toxins. They’re diving into part 1 of this episode by exposing unknown irritants and underscoring the mantra “you don’t know what you don’t know.” Listen through the end to hear about the potential toxins you’re being exposed to on a daily… and solutions to eliminating them. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 2:47 Where to start… how to eat & your day-to-day 4:00 Everyone’s a liar 6:14 Familial aspect 9:34 Overlooked toxin from your environment 13:15 What they’re doing to conventional celery 17:30 Morning through midday assessment

In this episode, Dr. Nick and Dr. Nicole tackle the dreaded “D” word that every burnt-out entrepreneur fears. They walk you through delegation as a leader: which tasks to take off your plate, who to lean on, and how your business can thrive with this approach. Hear about Dr. Nicole’s personal AHA moment which turned their business on its head… for the better. The duo will teach actionable items to implement for a successful delegation roll-out to get you out of the burnout rut. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 1:39 The dreaded little word to beat your burnout 2:49 Dr. Nick’s analogy of burnout 4:55 How the number of employees affects how your business 6:11 ScalingUp & Dr. Nicole’s aha moment 8:04 How values contribute to your burnout 11:33 The 3 reasons why you’re not delegating 17:35 Helicopter bosses 20:10 Hierarchy in your business & department visionaries 22:06 How to lovingly have the hard conversation 24:56 Accountability

In this episode of The Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole & Dr. Nick discuss the dreaded burnout… a symptom of nonstop hard work that we’re all too familiar with. They chat through their own personal experience with burnout and provide actionable tips to implement into your day to avoid it! Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 0:51 Dr. Nicole’s personal experience with burnout 3:29 How to go from the emotional limbic brain to the executive brain to make conscious decisions 4:32 The importance of thinking time 8:50 Determining the structure of your day 9:46 High productive actions vs. Low productive actions 10:54 The BIGGEST player when combating burnout 13:40 How to set structure… but not go too far 17:22 Inspire, fulfill, empower: how to reclaim these words 18:00 ROI: multitasking 23:27 Why resentment or pushback happens 25:30 Intermittent fasting vs. breakfast

In today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, the doctors outline the difference between traditional business coaching versus the approach they take at Integrative Growth Institute. When the CEO & leadership team aren’t thriving, neither is the business. Dr. Nick and Dr. Nicole will walk you through case studies of entrepreneurial patients and the results they achieved. Listen through the end to hear how your ego, goals & values dictate the success of your business. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 1:31 Biohacking for entrepreneurs 4:13 The common thread in coaching programs 6:00 Energy is bidirectional 7:00, 9:15 Case Studies 10:50 “Traditional” business coaching 12:33 Why integrative medicine needs to be part of business 14:46 Making money while not sacrificing yourself 16:40 Dr. Nicole’s AHA moment 19:00 Energy balance 23:18 Evaluating your business + employees 25:40 How we can help at IGI (hint: not everyone has the same goals) 31:00 Ego vs. Grounded in reality

From FitCrawlers - exercise event This special episode is from Dr. Nicole’s talk to the FitCrawler audience exercise event. Dr. Nicole explains WHY you may not be seeing results from exercise even though you’re putting in the work! Hint: there is a lot that goes on behind the scenes in your body that could be slowing your progress. Listen to this episode to learn about blood sugar control, the blood work indicator to look out for, and the signs of a clogged lymph. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 2:15 Dr. Nicole’s intro 6:20 Have you settled with these symptoms? 8:40 The downfall of specialties 14:21 Blood sugar rollercoaster 18:35 The marker that ISN’T run in your blood work (but should be) 19:05 What are toxins? 25:00 What to look out for 28:23 Is your thyroid in a bad neighborhood? 29:50 Intermittent fasting 34:50 Living in a different era

In this episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nick & Dr. Nicole share the rarely discussed topic of scar tissue and how it plays a role in emotional blockages. They talk about meridians and how functional medicine goes beyond biochemistry. Dr. Nick shares a case study about a patient whose scar tissue work led to an amazing recovery path in a truly transformative way. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 2:53 How functional medicine is like conventional medicine 3:39 Case Study from Dr. Nick 8:30 How this patient got her life back 9:39 Dr. Nicole’s counterpoint 12:40 Acupuncture’s purpose 19:00 Lymph & scar tissue 24:30 Laser hair removal & tattoos

In this episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole is joined by Functional Medicine Practitioner Grace to discuss interstitial cystitis which is a symptom of a larger root cause. If you’ve ever been accused of having a small bladder, experienced a C-section, or have fluid retention around your knees and ankles, this episode is for you. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 4:46 What causes adhesions 6:05 Hernias & mesh recalls 14:42 Case study relating to gut issues 16:45 Aging & your liver 18:32 Where are your adrenals? 24:41 Your body & fermentation 30:57 The spleen meridian

In this episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nick & Dr. Nicole ask the hard question, “are you addicted to your stress hormones?” Society tends to hype up the hustle but at what point does it become detrimental to your health? Tune in to hear how your stress hormones affect your health (hunger, fertility, etc.) and what steps you can take to regain balance. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 4:05 Considering your relationships 5:32 Becoming “unbalanced” 6:28 Rewiring your brain & body 8:19 Evolution, hunter-gatherers & being in survival mode 14:38 All-or-nothing vs. choices 16:45 Are you serving yourself first? 23:25 Step 1: acknowledgment 27:00 Affirmations

In this crossover episode from The Integrative Entrepreneur Podcast, Dr. Nick interviews his friend and colleague, Marina Suholutsky. They discuss the art of being purposeful and how being purposeful differs from being motivated. Marina hosts a workshop on getting clarity around your purpose and sheds light on how blind spots combined with outside programming might get in your way. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021

In this episode, Dr. Nicole invites IWG Functional Medicine Nutritionist Grace onto the podcast for insight on tough love in medicine and why prioritizing your health needs to happen today. The two dive into their own health journeys, their process when onboarding new patients, and even expose a few limiting beliefs they’ve seen patients work through! Be sure to listen through the end to hear the importance of thinking time and what that looks like at IWG. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021

In this episode, Dr. Nicole interviews an old friend and colleague, Dr. Brett Jones. The two go deep into the current state of the world, how to ask better questions, and most importantly, how to live a better life. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Noteworthy Time Stamps: 4:00 Brett’s secret to being a great chiropractor 6:25 Path of continual evolution 11:03 What to question 18:15 Control & individual thought 22:20 How do we save the most lives? vs. How do we live the most life? 27:00 The mental health factor 32:18 Asking better questions 42:22 Adverse reactions 48:20 Body & mind, thinking for yourself

In this crossover episode from The Integrative Entrepreneur Podcast, Dr. Nick & Dr. Nicole utilize their expertise as functional medicine practitioners and their own experience with burnout to give you actionable tips to owning your morning. They cover why intermittent fasting isn’t for everyone (and how you’re doing it wrong), what nausea in the morning means, and two recipes to kickstart your day. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Resources: Protein powder to mix into coffee: KTO Designs for Health Noteworthy Time Stamps: 3:30 How this can affect everyone 3:45 Dr. Nicole storytime 6:45 The intermittent fasting tip no one knows 11:00 Eating more to lose weight 15:17 Pancreas & stress in fight or flight mode 21:15 Are hormones at play? 22:50 Sleep & stress relationship 27:21 Mental-emotional component 32:36 Recipes to start your day with

In this episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nick is joined by IWG Client Services Director, Valerie LaBarbera to kick off a new Demartini Series. Dr. Nick & Valerie talk through negative self-talk and how toxicity is actually important when uncovering your values. Valerie shares her top three values and the journey she took in discovering them. Throughout this episode, Dr. Nick sheds light on his values determination process and techniques you can implement to begin moving out of a toxic relationship with yourself. Spoiler alert: You need to commit to doing the inner work in order to see results. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 Resources: Principles by Ray Dalio Noteworthy Time Stamps: 2:22 Why we have negative self-talk 6:02 Mind-body connection 7:40 Why we NEED the toxicity + the purpose it serves 10:56 What true love is in relation to values 11:02 HOW to get out of a toxic relationship with yourself in 6 simple words 12:27 Val walks through her top 3 values & how she decided on them 15:30 Bullseye analogy: why to aim small 17:22 HOW to get more specific and "niche down" your values 21:10 The 80/20 Rule 23:05 What are "reassessment days"?

Hear Dr. Nicole + Dr. Nick discuss the sneaky reason behind mood changes... and how it can be connected to your liver. This episode will also cover: Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021 A quick introduction to our sister company, Integrative Growth Institute What are elevated porphyrins and what this means for your mood? The importance of building a referral network vs. staying in your line The different avenues of elimination when detoxing Factors that stress the liver Dr. Nicole + Nutritionist Grace's Free Workshop debunking common myths in nutrition Checklist of symptoms that point to liver stress If you're interested in booking a free consultation call to start your health journey, please book here.

Join a conversation with Dr. Nicole and Sweta Patel where they are talking all about alternatives to conventional western medicine and Hashimoto's Disease. Dr. Nicole Rivera brings something different to the table with healthcare, she pushes the boundaries with her cutting edge approach to get well and stay well. Interested in learning more about working with IWG, click here to set up a free strategy call!

Today, Dr. Nicole is joined by Evan Golub, CEO and Co-founder of the app Wana, We Are Not Alone. Wana is a platform created for those suffering from chronic and invisible illnesses. Using data-analytics, Wana supplies users with the best resources to assist them on their health journey. Most important, Wana gives its members a community, generating strong friendships and a network of like-minded people. The creation of this transformative app was inspired by Evan's own experience with functional medicine. After being chronically sick and misdiagnosed for 4 years, Evan discovered that mold illness and Lyme disease were the root cause of his ailments. Tune in to learn more about Wana and how to truly uncover the mysteries to your illnesses in order to begin healing. To join Wana, visit https://www.joinwana.com/ To start your journey at IWG, use the following link to schedule your free strategy call: https://integrativewellnessgroup.com/start-your-journey/#

Are you suffering from vertigo or other imbalance/coordination issues with little to no results from conventional therapies? Join Dr. Nick and Dr. Nicole as they shed light on the potential root causes of your symptoms and the alternative approaches that can be taken to finally provide you relief. Want to learn more about how integrative medicine can transform your life? You can find Integrative Wellness Radio on Podbean, iTunes, and Google Play.

Dr. Nick and Dr. Nicole often face the question: "How can I slow the aging process?" Today, they both dive into the beauty world, equipping you with the knowledge necessary to not only look younger but to feel it as well. Tune in to discover holistic and natural tools you can use to rejuvenate your body from the inside and out! Want to learn more about how integrative medicine can transform your life? You can find Integrative Wellness Radio on Podbean, iTunes, and Google Play.