

Ancient Health Podcast
Ancient Health Podcast
Discover ancient solutions for modern health challenges. Join Dr. Chris Motley, expert in Traditional Chinese Medicine, frequency medicine specialist, and dedicated healthcare practitioner, as he breaks down real-life health issues with insight and approachability. Each week, discover simple, effective tools and techniques to elevate your health journey and pursue a vibrant life. Tune in every Tuesday and Friday for an East-meets-West approach to nurturing mind, body, and spirit.
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Jul 25, 2025 • 1h 9min
418: Adult Acne: What Your Skin’s Really Trying to Tell You | Danielle Gronich & Kayleigh Christina
This episode is all about adult acne. Lingering acne struggles can take an emotional toll, and Danielle Gronich and Kayleigh Christina have been through it all themselves. They tackle acne from a functional medicine perspective, focusing on root causes. In this episode we’ll learn about acne from a Western and Eastern perspective, how diet influences breakouts, and how your lymphatic system plays into all of this. Show notes ⬇️
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Jul 22, 2025 • 1h 10min
417: Your Best FREE Blood Sugar Stabilizing Hack | Dr. Abby Kramer
In this episode of the Ancient Health Podcast, Dr. Motley is joined by Dr. Abby Kramer, medical director at Fringe, to chat about tools for stabilizing blood sugar (free hack - take a walk after your meals!), the benefits of red-light therapy and how cells carry our emotional memories. Show notes⬇️
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Fringe IG: @fringeheals
Fringe website: https://fringeheals.com/ - Use DRMOTLEY10 for 10% off Fringe products!
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Jul 18, 2025 • 58min
416: Ancient Cycle Fixes with Quantum Biology | Carrie Bennett
In this episode of AHP, Carrie Bennett (aka Carrie B. Wellness) brilliantly breaks down how understanding Quantum Biology can impact our bodies natural systems and rhythms. Whether its how getting in touch with our circadian rhythms aids fertility, how to resist fatigue, or how structured water can supercharge our cells and repel infections, Carrie’s research on this new field gives us exciting, ancient, natural steps to regain the health we were meant to have! Bonus: get the behind-the-scenes scoop on Dr. Motley’s laser work! Show notes ⬇️
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Jul 15, 2025 • 1h 24min
415: How to Fix Your Sleep, Stress and Hormones with a Light Diet | Matt Maruca
In this episode Dr. Motley catches up with Matt Maruca, creator of RA Optics to chat about how we can use the frequencies of light for better health outcomes. They explore how office lighting can lead to higher cortisol and disrupt hormones, how to know if you’re suffering from circadian rhythm disruption and how to heal yourself through the principles of the light diet.
Steps to the light diet:
Try to watch the sunrise (get out in the morning light every day)
Catch sunlight throughout the day
Block harmful artificial light in the day and night (consider investing in blue-blocking glasses like RA Optics or a hat while under artificial light!) You can grab 15% of RA glasses with raoptics.com/MOTLEY
Eat with the Sun (make lunch your heaviest meal of the day)
Try to catch the sunset
Turn down lighting at night
Cultivate Your Inner Light
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Jul 11, 2025 • 1h 3min
414: The Real Connection Between Your Teeth and Your Health | Dr. Seb Lomas
Did you know your teeth and mouth connect to your gut health, heart health and so many more health issues? In this episode of the Ancient Health Podcast, Dr. Motley sits down with UK-based biological dentist Dr. Seb Lomas to explore all the different ways oral health influences the entire body. They discuss signs of hidden dental stress like clenching, teeth grinding, and mouth breathing, and how materials like BPA-based plastics and metals can disrupt hormones and detox pathways. This is a must-listen for anyone curious about the deeper role dentistry plays in systemic health.
Show Notes
Books Dr. Seb recommends: James Nestor's 'Breathe' / Its all in your mouth by Dr. Dome / 6ft tiger in a 3 ft cage
Wonder of Wellness website www.wonderofwellness.co.uk
Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/wonderofwellness/
Dr Seb's own Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/biological_dentist/
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Jul 8, 2025 • 1h 6min
A Holistic Approach to Breast Cancer Care | Dr. Laura James
Breast cancer affects 12% of women in the U.S., and while genetics play a role, we can’t forget about environmental and emotional factors. As guest Dr. Laura James says, “stress causes toxicity, period!” In this episode, Dr. James, integrative oncologist, shares the herbal strategies and emotional support tools she’s seen make the biggest difference for women going through treatment. If you or someone you love is facing this battle, save and share this meaningful conversation. Show notes ⬇️
Show notes:
Recommendations
Turkey tail
Reishi Mushroom
Green Tea Extract
Acupuncture (helpful for nausea)
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For her supplement line: bestforbreast.com
Links:
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Jul 3, 2025 • 57min
412: How to Overcome Your DNA Destiny | Emily Brown
Today we’re speaking with Emily Brown of Genetic Gardens about how we can change our genetic destiny with epigenetics! If you’re looking for better health outcomes but you feel like blanket prescriptions aren’t taking into account your whole, unique bio individuality, check this episode out. Emily is an epigenetics expert and she teaches us how we can each address our genetics through habits, food, homeopathies and nervous system regulation, as well as how bioenergetic testing can unlock all of this personalized information. Show notes: ⬇️
Show Notes:
Emily Brown’s Bioenergetic Scan: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wX86Hen3lQsAuDutYVP3kvemud-OJ81h/view?usp=drive_link
The Telymer Effect: https://www.amazon.ca/Telomere-Effect-Revolutionary-Approach-Healthier/dp/1455587974
Forces of Nature Ancestral Blend: https://forceofnature.com/products/regenerative-beef-ancestral-blend?srsltid=AfmBOoo31pQvJBCB5CzQCPthewoTdSiZUnWzFdlqOce6H04HCmUOjCpP
Daybreak Seaweed: https://daybreakseaweed.com/collections/products
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Learn more about bioenergetics and Emily’s services at: https://genetic-garden.com/
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* Quantum Upgrade neutralizes harmful EMFs in your home, car and life. Not only that but it boosts energy and ATP production by up to 29% and improves red and white blood cells! Feel the science-backed difference at www.quantumupgrade.io and use code DRMOTLEY to try this free for 15 days!
*Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you looking for more valuable resources on infections, the gut and your other pressing health topics? Join his membership for courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Try it FREE for 15 days. Join here.

Jul 1, 2025 • 1h 8min
411: Fight Mold and Keep the Air in Your Home Clean | Mike Feldstein
In this episode of the Ancient Health Podcast, Dr. Chris Motley and Mike Feldstein discuss the critical importance of air quality for overall health. Learn about the often-overlooked impact of poor quality indoor air, particularly from mold, and practical tips for improving air quality in your home. Check out https://jaspr.co for $400 off with code MOTLEY from July 1st-7th and $200 off after that!
Also, you can catch Mike’s recommendations for a DIY air purifier! Mike recommends a DIY air purifier! Show notes ⬇️
Show Notes
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Air Quality and Health
00:56 Mike Feldstein's Background and Air Awareness
05:02 Understanding Air Quality: Fresh vs. Clean Air
10:17 The Mold Problem in Indoor Air Quality
19:53 Signs and Symptoms of Mold and Air Quality Issues
21:46 Practical Tips for a Healthier Home
24:25 Understanding Air Quality and Filtration
29:12 The Importance of Effective Air Purification
33:58 Real-World Applications and Testimonials
44:22 Creating a Healthier School Environment
47:20 Innovative Community Engagement in Education
49:42 Setting New Standards in Education and Air Quality
53:41 Future Aspirations for Air Quality and HVAC Systems
1:04:00 DIY Air Purifiers!
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* Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you a health coach looking for more valuable resources and wisdom? Join his membership for courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Try it FREE for 15 days. Join here.
* If you’re looking for a safe, easy way to improve your heart health, check out zona.com and use code DRMOTLEY for $100 off the Zona Plus device!
* Check out https://jaspr.co for $400 off with code MOTLEY from July 1st-7th and $200 off after that!

Jun 27, 2025 • 41min
410: Kids and Parasites: Diagnosis, Diet and Remedies {Repost}
“Does my kid have a parasite?” It might not be the first thought that comes to mind—but if your kiddo is frequently sick or unusually tired, a hidden parasite could be part of the picture.
In this throwback episode, part of a series on parasites, Dr. Motley breaks down potential symptoms, offers practical advice, and shares herbal remedies that may help. Show notes ⬇️
Show notes:
Possible symptoms: mania, trouble sleeping, froggy throat
Testing: parasites.org, GI Map Testing (Stool Testing): www.diagnosticsolutionslab.com/tests/gi-map + www.microgendx.com/why-microgendx
Book: This is Your Brain on Parasites
Black Walnut Tincture (warning for nut allergies!!) https://shorturl.at/wogBc
Vidanga: https://tinyurl.com/3w6xddtm
Artemisia (drop or two a day): https://shorturl.at/v0GSw
Mimosa Pudaca: https://tinyurl.com/5fcz5y6b
Check out the Para fy cleanse kit!: https://shorturl.at/azJse Use code MOTLEY for a discount
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Jun 24, 2025 • 51min
409: Turning Back Cognitive Decline Post-NFL | Bernie Kosar
Retired NFL-er Bernie Kosar shares his powerful story of brain and body recovery and some of the natural remedies he used. Bernie walked through an early-stage Parkinson’s diagnosis, a series of frightening seizures AND a cognitive decline diagnosis, and he’s here to spread the hopeful message of how he’s fought for his health.
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