Ancient Health Podcast

Today we’re joined by Dr. Michael Ruscio, a doctor of alternative medicine and host of Dr. Ruscio Radio. He brings us his amazing clinical wisdom and actionable advice all about common gut issues like SIBO and fungal overgrowth. Get ready to nerd out on gut issues! TOPICS DISCUSSEDProbiotics Best PracticesGut, Brain, Mood and Lifestyle ConnectionMost (and least) Necessary Tests to TakeWhy We’re All So TiredThe Power of Herbal MedicineThe Elemental Diet and More! #guthealth #SIBO #fungalovergrowthWant more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel.Follow and Connect with Doctor MotleyInstagramXFacebookTik-TokWebsiteFind Dr. Ruscio:Website: https://drruscio.com/Clinic: https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/Podcast: https://drruscio.com/podcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrMichaelRuscioDCDr. Ruscio’s book: Healthy Gut, Healthy You------ DISCLAIMERPlease remember that the information shared in this podcast is for education purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice.  No doctor-patient relationship is formed through this podcast, and the use of information here or materials linked from this podcast is at your own risk.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen, and do not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition you may have.Our content may include sponsorship and affiliate links, through which we earn a small commission on sales made through those links. 

Explore the intriguing link between hiatal hernias and emotional health. Discover early signs and symptoms, along with potential treatments like kinesiology and muscle therapy. Doctor Motley discusses the profound mind-body connection, revealing how feelings of low self-worth and stress may contribute to this condition. Learn about holistic remedies, including breathwork, neurofeedback, and herbal solutions. This enlightening conversation encourages a deeper understanding of health by addressing both physical and emotional aspects.

This is a repost of a valuable older episode Doctor Motley taped with Dr. Chloe Weber, an herbalist and doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She advocates for natural and herbal solutions for hormonal dysregulation women are experiencing. In this powerful discussion, they unpack organs that are important to women’s health and how from a Chinese Medicine perspective, we can see how strongly our bodies and our emotions are connected. Get an introduction to a Chinese Medicine approach to women’s hormones and check out noxiherbs.com for Dr. Chloe’s herbal remedies for women! Check out Chloe's other episodes with the Ancient Health Podcast here and here!Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel.Follow Dr. Chris MotleyInstagramFollow Dr. Chloe Weberhttps://www.instagram.com/radicalrootsherbs/Dr. Chloe Weber’s WebsitesRadical Roots.comNoxiherbs.comHer Podcast!RadicalRemedy.comLinks: * Check out these charts for information about the 5 Elements in Chinese Medicine: Organs_Emotions_of_Each_Element.pdfAssociations_of_Each_Element.pdfBeneficial_Foods_for_Each_Element.pdfTraits_Characteristics_of_Each_Element.pdfDISCLAIMERPlease remember that the information shared in this podcast is for education purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice.  No doctor-patient relationship is formed through this podcast, and the use of information here or materials linked from this podcast is at your own risk.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen, and do not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition you may have.Our content may include sponsorship and affiliate links, through which we earn a small commission on sales made through those links. 

In this episode Dr. Motley connects the dots between hair loss and spleen trouble in TCM and emphasizes the importance of looking at past infections and your emotional health. It’s all connected in Traditional Chinese Medicine! This podcast also gets into dietary changes, herbal remedies and other healing modalities that may support hair growth. TakeawaysHair loss can be linked to organ weaknesses, particularly the spleen.The spleen plays a crucial role in producing red and white blood cells.Past infections can impact current health, including hair loss.Emotional health is connected to physical health, especially the spleen.Herbal remedies can support spleen function and hair health.Dietary choices, particularly sugar intake, affect spleen functionality.Red light therapy and infrared saunas can aid in lymphatic health.Understanding the body's signals is key to improving health.Self-care and emotional balance are essential for overall well-being.Holistic approaches can provide significant benefits for hair loss.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Hair Loss and Organ Weaknesses12:43 Emotional Connections and Spleen Function22:03 Dietary Considerations for Hair Loss------ Links:For the Spleen:Desiccated SpleenGrassfed Sheep Thimus Gland: https://bit.ly/4gjOsm2Manjistha: https://shorturl.at/KSZJhUva Ursi: https://shorturl.at/KSZJhSchisandra: https://shorturl.at/KSZJhRed Light TherapyOzone TherapyIf you’re a health coach and you’re looking for more in-depth knowledge about the body and healing, consider joining Dr. Motley’s membership where you can dive into his clinical wisdom on emotions and the body, Traditional Chinese Medicine and more + regular Q+As where you get the chance to pick his brain: doctormotley.com/membership. Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel.------ Follow Doctor Motley!InstagramTwitterFacebookTik-TokWebsite------ DISCLAIMERPlease remember that the information shared in this podcast is for education purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice.  No doctor-patient relationship is formed through this podcast, and the use of information here or materials linked from this podcast is at your own risk.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen, and do not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition you may have.Our content may include sponsorship and affiliate links, through which we earn a small commission on sales made through those links.

Tap into your body’s intuitive wisdom with Ayurvedic expert Nidhi Pandya. Nidhi is an Ayurvedic doctor based in NYC who pioneered the Inner Climate Method. She joins us to share her wisdom and expertise on how to find our way back to health and balance in our lives and our homes, and even optimize fertility, with a simple approach that feels natural, accessible and effortless. Nidhi also serves some valuable parenting advice on passing on the wisdom of healthy living to future generations. Good health doesn’t have to be so complicated! Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel.Check out Nidhi’s book!Your Body Already Knows - Available for pre-order!Check out Nidhi’s 21-day program: https://www.nidhi.me/the-radical-transformation-programFollow Dr. Chris MotleyInstagramTwitterFacebookTik-TokWebsiteFollow Nidhi PandyaWebsite: Nidhi.me or Nidhipandya.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/my_ayurvedic_life/------ Hunting for an excellent form of magnesium? Get a special discount ONLY with this link: bioptimizers.com/drmotley and code DRMOTLEY at checkout! 

In this episode, Dr. Motley takes your questions about trauma, emotional resilience and more. Drawing on the power of the mind/body connection Dr. Motley gives a TCM perspective on building emotional resilience. He also explains how a childhood trauma could be recorded in the body to show up late in life and why acupuncture and kinesiology could be helpful for these kinds of struggles. The discussion also covers practical strategies for managing repetitive thoughts and enhancing emotional processing through various therapeutic techniques. Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel.------ Follow Doctor Motley!InstagramTwitterFacebookTik-TokWebsite------ Links: Feelings Buried Alive Never DieThe Body Keeps the ScoreSuggestions for healing the brain when it feels stuck:Omega 3, 6, 9CholineB-Complex VitaminsProbiotics in your dietIodine⇾If you’re a health coach or even if you’re a hardcore health nerd who wants to dive deeper and take advantage of ALL Doctor Motley’s clinical experience, he has a membership to help you get the most out of your health and help the people you love. It includes great resources like his course ‘The Emotional Body’ which deals with these kinds of topics! Check out: https://doctormotley.com/membership/DISCLAIMERPlease remember that the information shared in this podcast is for education purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice.  No doctor-patient relationship is formed through this podcast, and the use of information here or materials linked from this podcast is at your own risk.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen, and do not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition you may have.Our content may include sponsorship and affiliate links, through which we earn a small commission on sales made through those links. 

Today on the podcast, we welcome Dr. Melissa Sonners, host of the Be Inspired Mama podcast, to explore how to reset our nervous systems through rest and self-connection for long-term health. We’re diving deep into the body-spirit connection with this episode.A distinguished chiropractor specializing in prenatal, postpartum, and pediatric care, Dr. Sonners is on a mission to help women fall back in love with their lives—focusing on who they are rather than defining themselves by a to-do list.In this episode, she shares her powerful story of hitting a wall, the life changes she made (including her transformative morning routine) that improved her emotional health, and how she learned to calm her nervous system by truly listening to herself.Some of the powerful strategies we uncovered for resetting include: connecting with your true self (and others) and embracing play!Be sure to listen until the end—you’ll leave feeling truly inspired!Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Chris MotleyInstagramFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/doctormotley/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@doctormotleyX - https://x.com/doctormotleyWebsite - https://doctormotley.com/Follow Dr. Melissa SonnersInstagramYouTubeTikTokFacebook------ Links:  Check out Dr. Melissa’s Podcast: https://www.drmelissasonners.com/podcast  Website: https://www.drmelissasonners.com/ Freebies: Take her Self-with Challenge: https://www.drmelissasonners.com/resources/5-day-challenge-of-being-self-with Check out her Connection Code: https://www.drmelissasonners.com/resources/connection-code The Book Club! → Book Nook: https://www.drmelissasonners.com/book-nook The Beehive: https://www.drmelissasonners.com/community * If you’re a health coach and you’re looking for more in-depth knowledge about the body and healing, consider joining Dr. Motley’s membership where you can dive into his clinical wisdom on emotions and the body, Traditional Chinese Medicine and more + regular Q+As where you get the chance to pick his brain: doctormotley.com/membership. ------DISCLAIMERPlease remember that the information shared in this podcast is for education purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice.  No doctor-patient relationship is formed through this podcast, and the use of information here or materials linked from this podcast is at your own risk.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen, and do not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition you may have.Our content may include sponsorship and affiliate links, through which we earn a small commission on sales made through those links. 

In this episode, Doctor Motley serves up unique insights into anxiety from a TCM perspective and actionable tips. How are your emotions connected to your body? Can clearing the kidneys help with anxiety? What are some of the physical signs that you’re struggling with anxiety? Can it be genetic? Tune in to find out! Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel.Follow Dr. Chris MotleyInstagramFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/doctormotley/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@doctormotleyX - https://x.com/doctormotleyWebsite - https://doctormotley.com/Show Notes: Herbals for your kidneys:Uva Ursi: https://shorturl.at/KSZJhDandelionMilk ThistleCranberryHerbals for your stomach:Melia Supreme: https://shorturl.at/KSZJhMorinda Supreme: https://shorturl.at/KSZJhSlippery ElmLicorice RootLinks: * If you’re a health coach or even if you’re a hardcore health nerd who wants to dive deeper and take advantage of ALL Doctor Motley’s clinical experience, he has a membership to help you get the most out of your health and help the people you love. It includes great resources like his course ‘The Emotional Body’ which deals with these kinds of topics! Check out: https://doctormotley.com/membership/DISCLAIMERPlease remember that the information shared in this podcast is for education purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice.  No doctor-patient relationship is formed through this podcast, and the use of information here or materials linked from this podcast is at your own risk.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen, and do not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition you may have.Our content may include sponsorship and affiliate links, through which we earn a small commission on sales made through those links. 

Mario Brainovic joins the podcast to share with us an innovative tool that harnesses the power of water in its coherent state and its potential for our health and wellness. He tells us all about the revolutionary project that was 15 years in the making and included 50+ scientists across 3 continents. Learn about coherent water and what a powerful difference it can make for us, our mitochondrial health and the food we eat. TOPICS DISCUSSED: -a revolutionary new process to create supercharged water. -What the studies say: how this method for excellent quality water can transform our food and our brains.Head to Analemma-water.com for a 10% discount for the Ancient Health community! Use the code MOTLEY10 for 10% off on any orders. Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel.Follow Dr. Chris MotleyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctormotleyTwitter: https://www.x.com/DoctormotleyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctormotley/Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doctormotleyWebsite: https://doctormotley.com------ Links: * Learn more about Analemma Water!https://analemma-water.com/------ * If you’re a health coach and you’re looking for more in-depth knowledge about the body and healing, consider joining Dr. Motley’s membership where you can dive into his clinical wisdom on emotions and the body, Traditional Chinese Medicine and more + regular Q+As where you get the chance to pick his brain: doctormotley.com/membership. ------DISCLAIMERPlease remember that the information shared in this podcast is for education purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice.  No doctor-patient relationship is formed through this podcast, and the use of information here or materials linked from this podcast is at your own risk.  The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen, and do not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition you may have.Our content may include sponsorship and affiliate links, through which we earn a small commission on sales made through those links. 

Are you suffering from Lyme Disease? In this episode of the Ancient Health Podcast, Dr. Chris Motley shares his personal experience with Lyme Disease and addresses common questions about the condition. With a TCM lens, he unpacks symptoms associated with Lyme disease, the emotional impacts it can have on individuals, and the importance of understanding the connection between emotions and physical health. Dr. Motley also explores various healing modalities, including herbal remedies, dietary changes, and emotional techniques, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to treatment.Have a question for Doctor Motley? Hop in his DMs here to ask a question: https://www.instagram.com/doctormotley/Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel.Follow Doctor Motley!InstagramTwitterFacebookTik-TokWebsite------ Show Notes: TreatmentsEmotional healing → Neuro Emotional Technique, EFT Tapping, NeurofeedbackHerbals mentioned - Cat’s Claw Supreme: https://shorturl.at/KSZJh                                  Japanese Knotweed: https://shorturl.at/KSZJh                                   Other Remedies - Mushrooms - Fungi Perfecti/Host Defense                              Laughter                              Community                              Movement------ Do you want to learn more about Lyme Disease and parasites? Are you wondering what supplements to take and how much is too much? Do you want to explore more about how our bodies and our emotions intertwine? Check out Doctor Motley’s membership for helpful resources, warm community and weekly lives where you get the chance to pick Doctor Motley’s brain! https://doctormotley.com/membership/