Listening to this show (and then buying Brian’s funny and wise book) is the perfect way to be introduced to the basics. It’s Holistic Parenting 101… enlightening for brand new parents, affirming for parents in the thick of it, and entertaining for everyone. Brian is mellow, zen, and super insightful. He had me before page …
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In Praise of Thermography — Episode 41
Breast cancer is shockingly prevalent, affecting 1 in 8 U.S. women. Millions of women trust mammography and schedule their scans religiously. But there are risks and the chorus of dissidents is expanding. If you want to learn about a screening alternative, listen to this show in praise of thermography. We are living in an era …
Fatigue and Your Adrenals – Episode 40
Adrenal-related issues are seemingly epidemic today—many people complain of some degree of “adrenal fatigue” or “burnout.” This is hardly surprising given the high stress levels of modern life. But what exactly does this mean? What is the connection, really, between fatigue and your adrenals? The unfortunate truth is adrenal-related issues are poorly understood. In addition, …
Emotions: A Root Cause of Illness – Episode 38
Emotions are a part of our human experience. To consider that emotions are a root cause of illness, we look to the whole. Holism starts with the idea that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts (thanks, Aristotle). And it builds on the realization that great insights can be gleaned in understanding …
Holistic Dads Taking the Lead – Episode 39
We have the Thinking Moms Revolution, Holistic Moms Network, and Mothering.com. When it comes to family health and wellness, moms are usually in charge. But not always. Dads do it, too! Admit it… you’re curious, right? Dr. Larry hands the microphone to a gregarious and inspiring dad in his practice and plans to ask the …
Gluten-Free How-To – Episode 37
NPR reports that 1 in 3 Americans is trying to avoid gluten. We’ve heard that eliminating gluten can reverse autoimmune disease, mitigate our children’s behavioral problems, and even help us lose weight and feel younger. Gluten-free must be a fad, right? The truth is, gluten-free can completely backfire. You can end up sicker and heavier, …
Sorting It Out–Paleo, Vegan, or What? – Episode 36
August 6, 2014 – Margo Gasta, MS, RD, CCN, CHom with Judy Converse, MPH, RD It’s not so easy to figure out what to feed our kids anymore. Just when you think you’ve gotten it down, you learn there’s new research implicating a true staple in your family’s diet; something you would’ve sworn was healthy …
Hope and Healing in a Military Family – Episode 35
July 2, 2014 – Maria O’Neil with Beth Lambert Recovering a child from a severe chronic illness is neither a myth nor a rare occurrence. Every day in this country children are regaining their health and wellness thanks to the intense love and commitment of their parents and caregivers, often in partnership with courageous, dedicated, …