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Biofilm are communities of bacteria that form in many places in the body including the lumen of the gut where bacteria transition from a free forming and moving organism into joining a community of bacteria living in a unit called biofilm. Biofilms are most acknowledged in dentistry as the purpose of flossing is largely to disrupt biofilm. Also, they are of grave concern in medicine as biofilms often form to the detriment of the host on implants, tubes, and catheters. The significance of biofi...

Welcome to the next episode of WIALD , a feature of The One Thing Podcast, that stands for What I AM LEARNING DAILY. Today, I speak about Hydrogen Sulfide Breath Testing which may be the missing gas or missing link in identifying dysbiosis, sibo, or IBS factors. I recently learned a lot about it and I am excited to share. #ibs #sibo #dysbiosis --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/onethingpod/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/...

Receiving diagnosis like Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), often comes with a stigma. Some believe IBS is a diagnosis a doctor uses to describe digestive symptoms when no serious pathology has been found. Thankfully we are moving a way from this definition. And now we recognize that conditions like IBS involved scientifically proven imbalances in both the gut and brain and must bet treated as such. The progress made can largely be attributed to the work of The Rome Foundation and the guests of...

There is an obsession in this world with weight loss. The search term “weight loss” outpaces the search term “fat loss” by leaps and bounds. In fact, on May 3, 2020, “weight loss” reached the most popular search term status on google in The United States. Reaching a popularity score of 100/100. On the same day the term “fat loss” only had a popularity score of 4 out of 100. It may seem trivial and semantic to some; but to me that says a lot about the mentality and understanding of metabolism,...

Chronic Joint Pain often leads to a diagnosis of degenerative joint disease (also known as osteoarthritis) and patients are given the array of physical therapy and anti-inflammatories with the hope of delaying and preventing joint replacement surgery. This is a standard approach and joint replacement procedures often need to be redone 10-20 years late. . A multi-disciplinary approach to the same problem might look at diet, lifestyle ,exercise, nutrition, hormonal health, and other factors to pre...

Idan Ravin Esq., MSc, CSCS is an elite performance coach for many of the top NBA players. He is also the author of The Hoops Whisperer and It Takes Patience. Idan has a very unique life journey and also a gift for the craft of improving and fine tuning performance. Whether you are trying to improve your fitness, health, or life situation I think you will learn a lot by hearing from someone who trains individuals who are the best in the world at their craft. When I first heard of Idan, I was ins...

Bile and biliary dysfunction are intimately connected with mold-related illness. In fact, so connected that a key strategy to overcome mycotoxin illness is to help your bile rid of mycotoxin. Bile does so much in our body . Not only is it important in fat digestion and absorption; it also has secondary effects on protecting our gut lining, immune system, our inflammation, and so much more. We are so fortunate in this episode to have an expert in all things Mold ; Dr. Jill Crista walk us through ...

Between 2.5% and 6.7% of Men and Women Suffer from a chronic bladder condition called Interstitial Cystitis. If they are suffering from this they experience some or all of these symptoms urinary frequency, urinary urgency, painful urination or burning during or after urination, sometimes when bladder fills having pain, nerve pain, urethral pain, lower abdominal pain and bloating, pelvic pain, vulvodynia, and pain during sex. In this episode I welcome on an expert in Interstitial Cystitis and Uri...

Androgen excess in women has been poorly understood from a diagnosis standpoint and treatment standpoint . Many women have been told they only fit a Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) diagnosis if they fit a finely defined criteria and many are offered the same treatment regardless of their unique disfunction. In this episode we discuss a new definition of androgen excess disorders and understanding subtypes of PCOS. Our expert Dr. Lara Briden, author of The Period Repair Manual will walk us thr...

Estrogen metabolism dysregulation may be linked to symptoms of bloating, constipation, menstrual problems, weight gain, low libido, and also conditions like pms, acne, endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and breast cancer. The link could be explained by the Estrobolome. Which was first mentioned in 2011 by Plottel and Blaser in 2011. as “the aggregate of enteric bacterial genes whose products are capable of metabolizing estrogen." Simply put some bacteria in the gut may be causing increased estrogens to recirculate into our blood instead of being eliminated.  When this happens, it can be not so good for us. In this episode, I welcome Dr. Carrie Jones an international expert in Women's Health and Hormone health to help us unpack this topi

Photobiomodulation is the use of light to gain some therapeutic effect. One form of photobiomodulation is using red light within a very specific light spectrum to improve cellular function and restoration for conditions like chronic pain, fatigue, connective tissue disorders, and dermatologic health. In this episode we welcome my friend and colleague Dr. Drew Sinatra. I have been fortunate to know Dr. Sinatra for 18 years and he is someone I treasure dearly. In this episode we talk about What i...

The brain and gut are intrinsically linked . The nervous system has been explored as being the link specifically the via the vagus nerve. Yet, more information is being revealed about how neurotransmitters and stress hormones may interface with the gut microbiome and effect gut function such as intestinal barrier function. In this episode I review a presentation I attended called Gates of Wrath: Role of intestinal epithelial cells in Stress response by Dr. Jacob Allen as part of the May, 2020 M...

Cognitive decline is one of the most concerning aspects of aging and is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in the US.  As of 2014 the CDC stated that of those older than 65 years of age, there was an estimated 5.0 million people suffering with dementia. This number is projected to be nearly 14 million by 2060.There are laundry lists of ideas to prevent cognitive decline, however, few really address the root cause.  My guest today Dr. Dayan Goodenowe a neuroscientist and inventor with Prodrome Sciences. I was introduced to Dr. Goodenowe by a mutual colleague and he really struck a chord with me when he told me about plasmalogens. As we discussed dementia and its root causes, he shared how these unique chemicals of the membrane of our brain called plasmalogens can become deficient and that they may be one of the key links to understanding neurodegeneration and cognitive decline. In todays episodes we discuss plasmalogens, what they are, how they are made, how they help with our he…

In this episode of What I am Learning Daily (WIALD); I share my learning form research of Dr. Eric Martens from The University Of Michigan. I explore what happens in rodents when they are held back from Fiber. What happens to the colonic inflammation in mouse models with Inflammatory Bowel Disease. If you want to watch the video of the episode with graphics go to my youtube video here --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/onethingpod/message Support this podcas...

This is part 2 of a 2-part episode on medical cannabis and the endocannabinoid system with cannabis expert Dr. Nick Jikomes. In this episode we speak about the role of cannabinoids in gastrointestinal mucosal defense and inflammation. The cannabinoids from cannabis have been used in Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, and Irritable Bowel syndrome to help with issues related to digestion, appetite, pain, anxiety, inflammation. and altered bowel function. In this episode we talk about how taking ...

Cannabadiol (CBD)is a specific plant compound that is a viable treatment option for many health conditions. However so many of us don’t really understand it. There is a huge need for health consumers , scientist, and physicians to learn the intricacies of this important medicine. In this episode which is part 1 of a 2 part interview; I welcome Dr. Nick Jikomes, a well-known scientist and cannabis industry leader . Dr. Jikomes is a neuroscientist and analytical expert in the world of plant medi...

This is a segment of WIALD on the One thing Podcast. WIALD stands for "What I am Learning Daily". This is the attempt to take you along my learning journey. In this episode I review the clinical study “. Many Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome Have Atypical Food Allergies Not Associated With Immunoglobulin E. (Fritscher-Ravens et al., 2019). This is a very important study that looks at foods that can cause inflammation in IBS. Typically, IBS patients are given the Low Fodmap Diet which is ...

Mitochondria lie at the center of life. At conception, we inherit our mother's mitochondrial DNA and our electricity for life is turned on. The mitochondrial journey is much like our life's journey. In fact, as we age the mitochondrial volume and output may start to decline and we then start to experience the effects of aging. In this episode, Dr. Chris Meletis, author of the book, MitoLongevity,speaks with us deeply about the role of mitochondria in health. We discuss the mitochondrial role in the immune system, inflammation, hormonal health, and mental health. We discuss evaluation for mitochondrial decline, nutrition and lifestyle factors, and so much more. enjoy...

This is is an episode of my series called "WIALD" . Which is an acronym for "What I am learning daily." Enjoy my dive into some research and welcome to the world of my personal learning lab. Here something I learned about IBS for Melatonin. Some data on Melatonin as an ant-inflammatory and possibly a mast cell stabilizer. https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ije/2017/1835195/ Original research referenced in episode https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1774717/ --- Send in a voice message: ...

The human genome project led to the understanding that the genetics in our body are only about 1% human! What else makes up the genetics our microbiota?  The other genetics in our body are from bacteria, viruses, fungi, phages, archaea and the likes that live in our body; predominately in our gut.  Some of these relationships are commensal while others are pathogenic and the relationship between us and our cohabitants are part of the study of the microbiota. In today's episode we speak to Andrea Hardy, RD a GI dietitian about the intricacies of our gut microbiome and how it relates to health and disease. We will discuss nutrients that enhance our microbiome, polyphenols, fiber, and the concept of the Aging Microbiome. Show notes are over at https://www.soundintegrative.com/andreahardyrd

Mold related illness with mold expert Dr. Lauren Tessier. In this episode we gain a great understanding of mold related illness including Mycotoxicosis (mycotoxin illness) and Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS). Specifically, in this episode we cover the following. 2:00: How Dr. Tessier became interested in mold related illness. Her Uncles illness, Her community, and her own bout with mold exposure. 6:30: The different types of mold related illness. Mycotoxicosis, mold allergy, mol...

An un-edited special episode where I share my personal experiences of being a community health care provider in the hub of the COVID-19 outbreak. In the Seattle area. I discuss: 1. How I first realized the impact of covid-19 on the community and my practice 2. How I reacted and responded early on personally 3. My feeling of connection to the health care system at large 4. How I am coping and how my patients are coping 5. what I have learned thus far --- Send in a voice message: https://p...

Low Dose Naltrexone: A medication and therapy that has been used since the 1980's for immune disorders, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis and now being used in PTSD and Overeating disorders . It has a very unique mechanism that addresses underlying factors in ways that are often unaddressed by standard therapies. About our guest Dr. Dawn Ipsen: Dawn Ipsen, PharmD is owner and pharmacist of Clarks Compounding Pharmacy in Bellevue, WA and Kuslers Compounding Pharmacy in Snohomish, WA. Dawn gradu...

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome encompasses a consortium of imbalances in the body that results in suffering from sensitivities to foods, chemicals, and environmental triggers. These sensitivities seem to be mediated by over release of histamine and other inflammatory mediators by mast cells. The consequences are vast including digestive, neurologic, immune, dermatologic, endocrine , musculoskelatal, and psychological impact. This episode brings in an expert in this area Dr. Jessica Pizano to help...