Knowledge bomb: Is your body tense? What is the reason we carry tension? How does it block our intuition? Dr. G leads us through a quick practice to scan our bodies and release tension. That way we can come back to our internal compass.Special Guest: Lauren Mones joins the show to gives us the low down on all things fermentation. We learn about why fermented foods are beneficial as well as which are the best ones to consume. Additionally, we learn if kombucha is healthy and why or why not. Super important topic with so much information. Check it out!Guest Bio: Lauren Mones, Founder of Fermenting Fairy,  is not afraid to bring poop into the conversation.  When a diagnosis of Crohns was whispered in her ear 7 years ago, she decided to defy the odds. Lauren healed her body naturally,  medication free. She is determined to collapse Big Food on its head and rebuild the food system with honest small brands that care about healthy people.Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelfHosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D.Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalezhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/

💣 Knowledge Bomb: The role of Ketamine in the treatment of depression, suicidality and anxiety. What is ketamine? How does it work? What does the research say? The show is for anyone struggling with their mental health.🎙 Lauren Taus @lauren.taus is a psychedelic therapist who joins the show to give us some amazing gems on how these treatments can change our mental health for the better. She speaks about the stigma and how it’s evolving. What these medicines are, how they help, and where the treatment of mental health is going.Lauren Taus: Founder of Inbodied Life Therapy and Co-Founder of The Psychedelic Coalition for Health, Lauren Taus is a psychotherapist with a specialty in psychedelic assisted therapies. Lauren integrates alternative modalities of treatment into her work, and focuses on embodied techniques to support integrative health in mind, body, heart, and spirit.Lauren has decades of experience as a yoga teacher and trainer that translate into therapies that support connection and kind relationship within the body. She studied with David Emerson under the supervision of Bessel van der Kolk at The Trauma Institute in Boston in trauma sensitive yoga, and she’s trained by the Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) for MDMA assisted psychotherapy for complex PTSD.Lauren trained with Dr. Phil Wolfson in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. Lauren supports psychedelic assisted therapy research with the intention to bring these types of interventions back into the Western mainstream model. Lauren believes that individual and collective healing are intimately intertwined. She is an activist and an advocate for a safer, more integrated world. Lauren is passionate about engaging with individuals and groups to create systemic healing and homecoming to the goodness that exists in all beings.Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelfHosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D.Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalezhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/

Knowledge Bomb: Dr. G goes into the details about childhood trauma. What is it defined as? What happens in a child’s body after the trauma. How do the changes effect adolescence and ultimately adulthood? Child trauma is a spectrum, we all have had it, this show is for everyone ready to heal from it. Special Guest Segment: Dr. Wendy Suzuki joins the show to talk all things anxiety. She talks about what it is, why it is and what her top 2 interventions for managing it are, especially during attacks. An amazing show for us to reframe and manage anxiety in a healthy way.Guest Bio: Dr. Wendy Suzuki is a Professor of Neural Science and Psychology in the Center for Neural Science at New York University and a celebrated international authority on neuroplasticity. She was recently named one of the top ten women changing the way we see the world by Good Housekeeping and regularly serves as a sought-after expert for publications including The Wall Street Journal, Shape, and Health. Her TED talk has more than 31 million views on Facebook and was the 2nd most viewed TED talk of 2018. She is the author of Good Anxiety and Healthy Brain, Happy Life.Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelfHosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D.Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalezhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/

Knowledge Bomb: Dr. G goes over the top 5 things to do when feeling “off.” Easy and free interventions to feel better in your body.Special Guest Segment: Dr. Paul Anderson is an expert in oncology, chronic and infectious diseases. He gives us the latest on viral infections. Dr. Anderson explains what the research is finding on why some people get more sick than others and what interventions can possibly better our resiliency. Guest Bio: Dr. Anderson is a recognized educator and clinician in integrative and naturopathic medicine with a focus on complex infectious, chronic, and oncologic illness. In addition to three decades clinical experience, he also was head of the interventional arm of a US-NIH funded human research trial using IV and integrative therapies in cancer patients. He founded Advanced Medical Therapies in Seattle, Washington, a clinic focusing on cancer and chronic diseases and now focuses his time in collaboration with clinics and hospitals in the US and other countries.Former positions include multiple medical school posts, Professor of Pharmacology and Clinical Medicine at Bastyr University and Chief of IV Services for Bastyr Oncology Research Center.He is co-author of the Hay House book “Outside the Box Cancer Therapies” with Dr. Mark Stengler as well as a co-author with Jack Canfield in the anthology “Success Breakthroughs” and the Lioncrest Publishing book “Cancer… The Journey from Diagnosis to Empowerment.”. He is a frequent CME speaker and writer and has extended his educational outreach creating an online CE website “ConsultDrA.com” and Advanced Applications in Medical Practice (AAMP) conferences.AAMP is dedicated to bringing next level learning to healthcare professionals to enhance their knowledge and clinical skills in a CME approved format.Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelfHosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D.Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalezhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/

Knowledge Bomb: Knowledge Bomb: Organic vs. Non-GMO verified label. What it means, which is the better choice and why. Product Review: The 2021 Snack Bar review is here! The best and worst in the industry.Special Guest Segment: Austin Perlmutter M.D, an expert on brain health and mood disorders talks all about depression. What is really happening in the body when we experience depression? Do medications work for everyone? What are some powerful interventions for depression no one is talking about? Mood disorders are a spectrum and this show can benefit you and your loved ones. Enjoy!Guest Bio: Austin Perlmutter, M.D., is a board-certified internal medicine physician, New York Times bestselling author, educator and consultant, as well as the Chief of Scientific Innovation at Big Bold Health. He is a frequent lecturer on topics related to cognition and mental health, and hosts the "Get the STUCK Out" podcast His focus is on helping identify and resolve the biological basis for "stuckness" in the body and brain, especially around decision-making. His writing is featured in a range of print and online publications including Psychology Today, MedPage Today and Doximity, and his research on immune-mediated depression in COVID-19 appears in the medical literature.Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelfHosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D.Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalezhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/

Special Guest Interview: In this segment we interview one of the brightest minds in plant based nutritional science. Simon Hill (Physiotherapist and Nutritionist) covers topics like fiber, fermented foods, plant protein vs. animal protein, beans and legumes, the health benefits of plants and the latest research on all things plant based eating. A perfect show for anyone looking to switch to a plant based diet. Guest Bio: Simon Hill is the founder of the hugely popular Plant Proof podcast and blog of the same name, and a nutritionist and qualified physiotherapist. On top of his formal education, Simon spends hours and hours deciphering scientific studies so he can break down how to fuel your body to promote longevity and reduce the chance of developing disease while simultaneously achieving whatever health and fitness goals you may have. He is the plant-based food contributor to Chris Hemsworth’s fitness app, Centr, and in 2019 Simon opened a plant-based restaurant, Eden, in his Sydney neighborhood of Bondi.Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelfHosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D.Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalezhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/

Knowledge Bomb: Dr. G goes into what living in fear looks like. How does it feel in our bodies? What does contraction feel like in our lives? What does it feel like to be in alignment and expansive? We dive deep into the ways that we can tap into a more authentic state and live our lives as our fullest, healthiest and most harmonious selves.Special guest segment: Dr. Jade Teta joins the show to talk about being our highest selves. We learn how we can listen to different opinions with an open heart. He goes into how to change your life and align with a more authentic self. He gives us actionable tips on how we can create the lives we desire. Additionally, he speaks on how creating boundaries can help shape your life for the better. An incredible segment for anyone ready to take the next step into a better self. Guest Bio: Dr. Jade Teta is an integrative physician, author and expert in the realm of natural health, fitness, metabolism and self-development. He spent the last 25 years immersed in the study of strength and conditioning, hormonal metabolism and the psychology of change and success. He has written five books on metabolism, and coauthored the exercise and sports nutrition chapters, of The Textbook Of Natural Medicine. Dr. Teta runs both, Jade Teta, LLC and Next Level Human Inc., that combine his medical and fitness knowledge with his expertise in self-development and mindset change. He writes and lectures extensively on the subjects of lifestyle medicine, natural health, and mindset change to both healthcare professionals and the public. His latest book is a daily meditation on making life changes and based on his 6 Powers. Human 365 is available on Amazon.Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelfHosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D.Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalezhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/

Maryn Azoff (Tribe of Love, Cura Cura) is a long time singer, musician, Spirit lifter, Soul emancipator and fear crusher. She has been on a mission of connecting people all over the world to the power of the human voice for many years and does so through a unique program and healing modality she created called ‘Vocal Transformation’. The goal of her work is to reawaken the innate intelligence of the body-mind-spirit connection through the faculty of the human voice. Her approach to healing is vibrational. A true student of earth and spirit, Maryn has dedicated many years of her life to studying ancient wisdom by participating in a wide variety of healing circles from many different cultures, ranging from Vedic and Tibetan wisdom traditions to South American shamanism. In addition to working directly with private students, she also facilitates ‘Vocal Transformation’ workshops globally, as a mission to help in the awakening of humanity. The driving force behind her work is the aspiration that we can remember who we are and the power that we all have to bring about a true shift in consciousness where we all live as one on Earth.www.vocaltransformation.comBe sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelfHosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D.Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalezhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/

Knowledge Bomb: The 2021 breast cancer show is here! Dr. G reviews all of the science behind what we know about breast cancer as well as the evidence based interventions that may help prevent it. He talks about the root causes that we need to look at holistically in order to be our healthiest selves. This show is for everyone, whether you had breast cancer to no history. It is to optimize your breast health overall. Special Guest: Dr. Staci Whitman joins the show to give us the low down on oral health. What is behind optimal oral health? What foods should we be eating? Can cavities be reversed? Is fluoride necessary? Are metal fillings toxic? Are root canals safe? As a functional dentist Dr. Staci is trained to look at all the factors to optimize oral health and thus our overall body health. Guest Bio: Doctor Staci Whitman is on a mission to create a cavity-free world. She is the founder of NoPo Kids Dentistry where she takes a whole-body, holistic, and functional approach with her patients. Her dentistry and practice philosophy is grounded by science and powered by love.Doctor Staci attended Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and initially worked as a general dentist, eventually going back to school, earning a certificate in pediatric dentistry from Oregon Health and Sciences University (OHSU). She has always been passionate about children's sleep and airway health, focusing her research in residency on how to improve airway assessments and diagnostic tools in the pediatric population. In 2019 she founded NoPo Kids Dentistry with a mission to take a whole-body approach to dentistry. She became a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry in 2012 and is a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. She is also involved in many organized dentistry groups including the Holistic Dental Association, the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology, the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine, the American Association of Ozonotherapy, and has her Certification in Laser Proficiency. She has taken numerous courses and trainings in children’s sleep and airway medicine, studying oromyofunctional therapy, craniosacral therapy, and is a Breathe Institute Ambassador. Doctor Staci is an Internationally Certified Health and Wellness Coach from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and is currently attending the Institute of Functional Medicine and the American College of Integrative Dentistry and Medicine with expected certification dates in 2022 and 2023 respectively. She dreams of a world without cavities and believes in motivating families to join her as a team, keeping their children healthy and thriving with small, manageable daily changes.nopokids.comdoctorstaci.comHappifloss.com@doctor_staci on IGBe sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelfHosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D.Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalezhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/

Knowledge Bomb: This weeks knowledge bomb is all about cacao! Dr. G talks all about the benefits of cacao, and how best to incorporate it into your diet.Product Review: Dr. G. reviews cacao powders! What are the best brands, and what are ones to avoid?Special Guest Segment: Dr. G sits down with Sasha Armstrong to discuss our relationship with our dogs, and the ways we can better understand them.Guest Bio: Sasha Armstrong is a world-renowned dog behaviorist, body language expert and energetics specialist. For the past 15 years, Sasha has been educating and empowering dog parents through her unique methodology rooted in wolf ancestry and canine psychology. She firmly believes that creating a next-level, extraordinary relationship with your dog begins by shifting and transforming the energy of the human, first. Sasha’s unparalleled approach to dog training has been proven successful in eliminating undesirable dog behaviors such as anxiety, stress, excessive barking, reactivity and agitation. She has created life-long transformation for thousands of dogs and their families all over the world both virtually through her 1:1 coaching and digital courses along with her hands-on training programs.Connect with her on her website at caninestateofmind.com and on instagram @CANINESTATEOFMINDBe sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelfHosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D.Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalezhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/