Hygge is a key ingredient missing in many people’s lives. It may account for why Denmark consistently ranks in the top 3 for happiness worldwide. Today I speak with happiness researcher Meik Wiking. We discuss what Hygge is and how you can cultivate more Hygge in your life.
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Disorders in immune function are a modern day epidemic which manifest as a litany of immune and autoimmune conditions like hypothyroidism, celiac disease, IBD, RA, IBS, and depression. The gut is possibly the most impactful organ influencing the immune system. By understanding how to optimize gut health and gut immune function, we can unlock a powerful method for improving this array of immune and autoimmune conditions. However, what was healthy for our ancestor’s immune systems may not be healthy for a Western immune system. This talk will outline where we should replicate the ancestral environment for optimum immune health, but also where we should make important modifications to better suit the modern-day immune system.
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We have discussed how most cases of sub-clinical hypothyroidism (SCH) do not require treatment with thyroid hormone. However, there is one notable exception – pregnancy. High level scientific evidence suggests that treating SCH can reduce the risk of miscarriage. Let’s discuss.
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Depending on who you ask, gluten-free could be described as anything from a fad all the way through an absolute essential. Today we speak with nutritionist Jennifer Fugo for a balanced and practical approach to going gluten-free. Jen also provides some helpful tips for eating out.
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You may have heard that “coffee cross-reacts as gluten.” Is this actually true? Well, yes and no. This appears to only be true for instant coffee. Let’s discuss.
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This was a fantastic discussion with clinician and researcher in Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Dr. Lawrence Afrin. MCAS is something to consider when you haven’t responded to anything else: diet, lifestyle, gut treatments, thyroid…. And, here is the kicker… it doesn’t require extensive lab testing nor expensive treatments for many cases.
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We recently discussed a study in which selenium & CoQ10 supplementation reduced cardiovascular death. Today, let’s discuss a follow up analysis that found that this protective effect was only seen in those with a baseline selenium deficiency and what values to look for on your lab work.
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Today I had a great conversation with Josh Trent of Wellness Force Radio about how to use technology to improve health. Technology, like tracking apps and wrist devices, can be intimidating and overwhelming. We focused on the simple yet powerful devices and how they can be used to guide awareness and inspire change.
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