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Send us a textHave you ever felt that our healthcare system is impersonal and profit-driven? Today, we have a fascinating discussion with Andy Schoonover, founder of CrowdHealth, who shares his journey of creating an alternative solution to traditional health insurance.Andy tells us a compelling story of opting out of his Obamacare plan due to sky-high costs and taking innovative steps to secure his family's health. He shares his vision of forming a supportive community that can assist each other financially in times of need. We also explore the historical evolution of health insurance and its influence on escalating healthcare costs. CrowdHealth, in stark contrast, aims to manage expenses while allowing doctors to focus primarily on providing care.Towards the end, we engage in an enlightening discussion about CrowdHealth's approach to dealing with hospital bills and promoting transparency in costs. We also touch upon how fostering a sense of community can regulate behaviors and cultivate trust. Join us for this eye-opening conversation about redefining healthcare, where you'll surely gain valuable insights.Find Andy at-JOIN CROWD HEALTH!! I'm so glad I'm a member. Use this link to try it, cancel anytime!https://www.joincrowdhealth.com/TW- @joincrowdhealthIG- @joincrowdhealthSpecial Loe to-My new favorite gym! The Refinery in Sandy, UT! Thank you John and Jess!Garrett Gunderson, author of Disrupting Sacred CowsFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Join host Casey Ruff in an exciting conversation with Suzanne Alexander, esteemed educator and co-author of The Ancestral Diet Revolution. Suzanne shares her personal journey from vegan to carnivorous diet, the impact of seed oils on health, and her upcoming Pacific Islands Research Expedition. She also explores the importance of reconnecting with our natural instincts and challenges the saturated fat myth.

Send us a textAnorexia. A word that conjures up images of skeletal bodies, gaunt faces, and a life of self-imposed starvation. It's a terrifying disorder that slowly eats away at a person's physical and mental health. But what happens when someone diagnosed with this illness decides to take control and embark on a journey towards recovery? This is the story of Valerie Anne Smith, a woman who suffered from anorexia for a staggering 34 years before a dramatic dietary change towards a path of healing and self-acceptance.Imagine the courage it takes to shut those voices out and reclaim your life. Valerie did just that and more. Not only did she face the harsh realities of traditional anorexia treatments, but she also opened up about the debilitating impacts of her mental disorder, shining a light on the importance of addressing mental health alongside physical recovery. With raw honesty, Valerie delves into her experiences with self-harm and starvation, her struggles with traditional treatment methods, and the turning point in her journey when she discovered the healing properties of protein and saturated fat.Fast forward to today, five years into her recovery, Valerie has found pure joy in life, reconnecting with her family, and most importantly, learning to love herself. She's a living testament to the power of resilience, hope, and recovery. Her inspiring journey from self-starvation to self-acceptance is laced with challenges, triumphs, and a newfound appreciation for real food. Valerie's story serves as a beacon of hope for those battling similar demons, proving that it's never too late to choose life over a disorder. Join us as we explore Valerie's incredible transformation and how she uses her experiences to challenge the narrative around anorexia, and recovery with the carnivore diet.Find Valerie at-TW- @ValerieAnne1970IG- @valerieanne1970Valerie's Case Study with former podcast guests Dr. Nick Norwitz and RD Michelle Hurn- Animal-based ketogenic diet puts severe anorexia nervosa into multi-year remission: A case seriesBoundless Body Radio- SPECIAL EPISODE- Dr. Nick Norwitz Interviews Dr. Chris Palmer and Brett Lloyd! 1230:24 Intro9:40 Challenges in Anorexia Treatment19:33 Recovery Journey From Starvation and Self-Harm35:15 The Devastating Health Journey to Recovery50:37 Healing Through Dietary ChangesFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send us a textJoin us for an enlightening dialogue with Jackie Fletcher, whose life-long exploration of various diets led her to become the inspirational figure she is today. Jackie's journey wasn't about following the latest trend, but rather finding what worked best for her body, which ended up resolving as a ketogenic diet!But that's not all. Jackie's journey also took her into the cold waters of England, where she discovered the mental health benefits of open water swimming. Though not a magical weight loss solution, Jackie found solace and enjoyment in the chill waters, and she is excited to share this experience with you. From her initial struggle with cold water swimming to the transformative benefits it has brought to her life, Jackie's story is one of courage and resilience.As we navigate the world of diets and health, we also explore the carnivore diet, a dietary approach that Jackie still used to this day. She shares her unexpected experience of satiety, the impact it had on her relationship with food, and how it played a part in her overall health journey. Jackie's story is a compelling tale of perseverance and exploration, demonstrating that the key to health is not a one-size-fits-all solution, but a personalized approach that works for you. Join us for this empowering episode, packed with insights and experiences that are sure to inspire.Find Jackie at-TW- @fabulouslyketoFB- @FabulouslyKetoIG- @fabulouslyketo1https://fabulouslyketo.com/Special love to-Our Episodes with Dr. Angela Stanton, all about migraines!Find Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send us a textNicole Laurent is a returning guest on our show! Be sure to check out her first appearance on our podcast on episode 248, and more recently on episode 343, all about brain fog, and episode 438 of Boundless Body Radio! Ever wondered how the food you eat impacts not just your physical health, but your mental health as well? Tune in to a groundbreaking conversation with Nicole Laurent, a licensed mental health counselor with a unique focus on using ketogenic diets along with psychotherapy to help her clients. Nicole opens the doors of understanding to the intricate relationship between our diet, cognitive function, and brain metabolism. Our enlightening discussion explores the profound improvements people experience when they make significant changes in their eating habits. We delve into the concept of "ketopenic" and discuss how the ketogenic diet can help balance neurotransmitters, improve membrane health, and reduce oxidative stress and neuro inflammation in the brain. In the last part of the episode, Nicole shares poignant insights on the challenges and benefits of long-term dietary changes and the importance of support in initiating these lifestyle changes. Join us as we navigate this enlightening journey of exploration into the potential of ketogenic diets as a standard of care for mental illness and neurological disorders!Find Nicole at-https://mentalhealthketo.com/IG- @mentalhealthketoTW- @KetoCounselorYT- @nicolelaurentLMHCFB- @thatketocounselorFREE E-BOOK!Special love to-STEM-Talk!! Great podcast!https://commongroundfilm.org/https://app.ce-go.com/metabolic-psychiatry-understanding-how-modifying-metabolism-can-create-mental-healthFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send us a textToday we are releasing another bonus episode! This is my appearance on The Fabulously Keto Podcast hosted by Jackie Fletcher, who we are also hosting on episode 539 of Boundless Body Radio! As always, it was a fun chat, and I'm always so grateful to be a guest on someone else's show!Find Jackie at-TW- @fabulouslyketoFB- @FabulouslyKetoIG- @fabulouslyketo1https://fabulouslyketo.com/Find Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send us a textJayne Rees Buxton is a returning guest on our show! Check out her first appearance on our show on episode 303! Jayne is an author and journalist, born in the United Kingdom and raised in Canada. Before 2022, she had published a work of non-fiction, Ending the Mother War, and two works of fiction, Lessons in Duck Shooting and Take Someone Like Me.  She is a graduate of the Kingston University Creative Writing Masters Program, where she was awarded the George Markstein Fiction Prize. After the publication of Ending the Mother War, she became a regular spokesperson and writer on work-life issues. She founded a website and consultancy for working parents, Flametree, which was later incorporated into a major consultancy. Jayne’s latest book, released in 2022, The Great Plant Based Con- Why Eating a Plants-Only Diet Won’t Improve Your Health or Save the Planet, is incredibly well researched, and is an absolutely fascinating look at how diets that exclude animal foods can DAMAGE YOUR HEALTH, how BIG FOOD and BIG PHARMA profit when you eat more plants, and why a rich and powerful CHURCH wants to take meat off your plate.Find Jayne at-TW- @JayneReesBuxtonGuild of Food Writers 2023 Winner!https://thegreatplantbasedcon.com/Special thank you to so many of our former guests and friends who made it into Jayne's book, we appreciate you!Find Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send us a textUnveiling the secret language of our bodies, we welcome expert and co-founder of the Nutrition Network, Jayne Bullen, to shed light on the intricate dance between our gut and brain. How well do you know your gut? Jayne emphasizes that understanding our own gut, rather than relying on any diet book, is the key to achieving optimal health.We journey through Jayne's personal health and wellness adventure, from a high-stress lifestyle and metabolic disease to health and vitality by eliminating ultra-processed food. She takes us behind the scenes of marketing strategies of big food companies and pharmaceuticals and the impact they have on our food choices. The importance of regulations around food marketing to children and the need for conscious consumerism is also discussed.Lastly, we turn the spotlight to the role of stress on digestion, and the powerful role played by the vagus nerve in connecting our gut and brain, making it vital for our digestion and overall health. We also delve into the complexity of the microbiome and how it can impact our health. In the quest of achieving a healthier life, this episode is a treasure trove of insights on the powerful connection between our gut and brain, the implications of our food choices, and the importance of personalized nutrition.Find Jayne at-https://nutrition-network.org/IG- @the_noakes_foundationYT- @NutritionNetworkFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send us a textThink you know all there is to know about plant-based diets and their benefits? Prepare to have those beliefs turned upside-down as we dive deep into the world of human nutrition with Dr. Anthony Chaffee. A noted neurosurgeon, Dr. Chaffee has spent years researching the optimal nutritional habits for athletic performance and overall health. Together, we tease apart the common misconceptions about plant-based diets and take a hard look at the defense mechanisms of plants that could potentially be doing us harm.As we continue our thought-provoking conversation, we turn our attention to the Blue Zones - areas said to be associated with high life expectancy and predominantly plant-based diets. But is all as it seems? We're shaking up conventional wisdom by exploring the Seventh-Day Adventist Church's significant influence on promoting plant-based diets. Dr. Chaffee and other experts challenge the status quo, offering fresh perspectives and debunking popular myths about nutrition.From the science of diet, we shift gears to a human story that brings it all home. Meet Maggie, an inspiring 82-year-old rancher who defies age and conventional wisdom about health. Without any medications or supplements, she continues to live an active, vibrant life, raising questions about the interconnectedness of nutrition, agriculture, and society. The challenges she faces with land and property rights in Canada take our discussion beyond the plate and into the larger landscape of food politics. A fascinating episode awaits you, filled with debates, insights, and inspiration that will make you reconsider everything you thought you knew about diet and nutrition.Find Dr. Chaffee at-YT- Anthony Chaffee MDPodcast- The Plant Free MD PodcastIG- anthonychaffeemdTW- @anthony_chaffeePatreon- Dr Anthony Chaffee, MDSpecial love to-The Plant Free MD Podcast Episode with Maggie White! Can you believe she's 82?!?Givesendgo.com/pleasehelpmaggieThe Peak Human Podcast with Vegan Cardiologist Dr. Joel KahnThe Carnivore Decathlete Champion Ryan Talbot!Find Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send us a textAnd this episode is special, and deserves a special introduction, taken from his latest book, Money Unmasked- Unlearn, Unlock, and Take Back Control of Your Finances and LifeGarrett Gunderson is a modern-day "renaissance man." Well, maybe.Garrett is….-An Inc. 500 founder of a financial firm and amateur barista.-A rookie fly fisherman and Wall Street Journal #1 best-selling author. Those books include but are not limited to Killing Sacred Cows, Disrupting Sacred Cows, and Money Unmasked, which was released in Oct 2023.-A public speaker who's delivered hundreds of keynotes, and a mediocre guitar player at home.-A bow hunter, Trager grill semi-pro (more semi than pro), former CrossFitter (emphasis on the former) and a whisky sommelier, which is real and just as douchy as it sounds.Garrett and his lovely family, his wife Carrie, two sons Breck and Roman, and their awesome dog Phoenix, have all become clients and very dear friends of mine, and it is the highest honor to welcome him to Boundless Body Radio!Find Garrett at-https://garrettgunderson.com/YT- @GarrettGundersonTVBlog- https://garrettgunderson.com/musingsFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!