Resiliency Radio

Do you suffer from persistent skin conditions and wonder if underlying inflammation might be the culprit? You're not alone. Dr. Jill Carnahan and Jen Fugo explore the various hidden triggers that could be causing your skin woes, including the roles of h.pylori, candida, and other gut-related issues. They also discuss how Biologic inhibitor drugs and JAK inhibitors are being used to manage chronic skin problems. Key Points ✅ How underlying inflammation drives chronic skin issues ✅ Challenges with the elimination diet approach (research demonstrating disordered eating patterns triggered by elimination diets used for skin issues) ✅ Biologic + JAK inhibitor drugs -- what can we learn from how they work ✅ Gut triggers (like h.pylori, candida) for specific cytokines 👩🏻‍⚕️ Jennifer Fugo, MS, LDN, CNS Jennifer Fugo, MS, LDN, CNS is a clinical nutritionist supporting adults who’ve been failed by conventional medicine to beat chronic skin such as eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, dandruff and hives in her virtual practice. She founded her own line of skincare and supplements available at www.QuellShop.com and is the host of the Healthy Skin Show podcast with over 1.1 MILLION downloads. Jennifer holds a Master’s degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport and is a Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionist and Certified Nutrition Specialist. Stop My Skin Rashes eGuide → https://www.skinterrupt.com/opt-in-stop-my-rashes/  SkinCare: https://www.quellshop.com/ 

Dr. Jill Carnahan and Dr. Mel Schottenstein delve into the cutting-edge strategies aimed at targeting cancer by rebalancing the metabolic terrain and restoring mitochondrial function. This episode is jam-packed with invaluable insights and practical advice for anyone interested in understanding the pivotal role of the mitochondria in cancer therapy. Key Points ✅ Mitochondrial function is core to immune system, energy production, brain health and overcoming cancer ✅ Mitochondrial health is often impaired by lack of specific nutrients or by toxic overload ✅ Cancer is impacted by toxic exposures, such as PFAs, parabens, mold, heavy metals and more. Dr. Mel Schottenstein Dr. Mel Schottenstein is originally from Cincinnati and studied Women, Gender, Sexuality, and History of Science and Medicine at Harvard University for her undergraduate degree. Interested in learning skills of medical mediation and to promote cultural competency amongst health care providers, she completed a Master’s degree in Bioethics at the University of Pennsylvania. Subsequently, Dr. Mel acquired a Naturopathic Medical Degree at Bastyr University in WA. While in school, Dr. Mel received additional training in Biological Medicine under the direct tutelage of Dr. Thomas Rau, Chief Medical Director of the Paracelsus Clinic, Switzerland. Additionally, she completed training in Neural therapy, Biofeedback, Homeopathy, Naturopathic Oncology, Naturopathic Gastroenterology, BHRT, Botanical Medicine Compounding, Environmental Medicine, and IV Therapy. Website: https://www.mitogenesis.health/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmel.mitogenesis  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mel.mitogenesis 

In this episode, Dr. Jill Carnahan sits down with Dr. Paul Savage to discuss the pervasive issue of environmental toxins and how they impact our health. They explore practical strategies to reduce your toxic load, enhance your diet, and adopt lifestyle changes that promote longevity and overall well-being.  Key Points ✅ Common sources of environmental toxins that most people might overlook in their daily lives ✅ Which everyday products and habits contribute to our toxic load, particularly affecting health and longevity ✅ How detoxification improves not just physical health but also mental health, mood, and overall quality of life ✅ Simple dietary or lifestyle changes that can significantly reduce toxic load and enhance well-being Dr. Paul Savage At 37 years old, Dr. Paul Savage was a successful ER/trauma physician. But he was unhealthy, weighed 270 pounds, smoked cigarettes, was tired, anxious, and unwell, and had high cholesterol, high blood pressure, pre-diabetes, and stress.Rejecting the conventional approach of more medications, his curiosity and determination led him to explore various treatments and lifestyle changes—and transform his life and career through precision medicine. Dr. Savage is now the founder and CEO of MDLifespan. His latest endeavor of the patented PlasmaXchangeTM protocol is the culmination of years of expertise — it’s poised to be the defining moment of his career, a transformative movement that will reshape the future of medicine as we know it. Get a free copy of the MDL Get Clean Guidebook by visiting: https://info.mdlifespan.com/getclean  Related Product Offer your listeners $100 off the Toxin Test & Talk https://info.mdlifespan.com/toxintesttalk  Promo Code: DRJILL

Dr. Will Van Derveer, joins Dr. Jill Carnahan to discuss the promising advancements and therapeutic benefits of psychedelic substances in treating mental health conditions like **PTSD**. Dr. Van Derveer is a renowned expert in integrative psychiatry and brings invaluable insights into how these unconventional therapies are reshaping the future of mental health care. Key Points ✅ Could psychedelics may become legal and appropriate treatment for depression and PTSD this year? ✅ What are the different potential indications of NMDA, psilocybin (magic mushrooms) or ketamine therapy in the treatment of psychiatric disorders and PTSD ✅ Why is it important to have trained medical staff and therapists for these types of therapies  and their success in treating patients with depression, anxiety or PTSD Will Van Derveer, MD Will Van Derveer, MD is co-founder of Integrative Psychiatry Institute, which offers comprehensive training for mental health professionals in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and other continuing education programs.   He is medical director of Integrative Psychiatry Center of Boulder, CO, providing integrative psychiatry for a broad range of conditions and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for treatment-resistant depression and PTSD.   In addition to his clinical practice and teaching, he has been involved with several studies sponsored by MAPS, investigating MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for chronic, treatment-resistant PTSD, a breakthrough treatment which could be approved in late 2024 by FDA.

In this episode, we have a special guest, Dr. Navaz Habib, who delves deep into the wonders of the Vagus Nerve and its critical role in promoting better health. Join Dr. Jill Carnahan and Dr. Navaz Habib as they discuss the importance of vagal nerve stimulation (VNS) and how it can be a game-changer in managing various health conditions. From addressing chronic issues like mold-related illness and Lyme disease to tackling autoimmunity and depression, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Key Points ✅ Tips and tricks to support the vagus nerve for better parasympathetic tone, decreased stress levels, improved mental health, and a better immune system system ✅ Why vagal nerve stimulation (VNS) may be a powerful tool for your to improve your health in MCAS (mast cell activation syndrome), mold related illness, Lyme disease, autoimmunity, and depression, anxiety and insomnia  ✅ How the vagal nerve got to be so popular and its connection to optimal gut health and support in inflammatory bowel disease.  https://www.truvaga.com/   USE CODE DRJILLPLUS for $30 off Dr. Navaz Habib Dr. Navaz Habib, is the bestselling author of ‘Activate Your Vagus Nerve’, and the newly released ‘Upgrade Your Vagus Nerve’ He is also the host of ‘The Health Upgrade Podcast’.   After graduating as class valedictorian from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2010 and went on to practice traditional chiropractic for years, until he utilized the power of functional medicine to transform his own health.   Dr. Habib is the founder of ‘Health Upgraded’ an online functional health consulting clinic, supporting optimal health by elevating the awareness and function of the Vagus nerve. https://drnavazhabib.kartra.com/page/HUhome  https://www.drnavazhabib.com/UpgradeVNbook 

Dr. Tabatha Barber shares her expertise and insights on personal transformation and healing. Through her holistic approach, she guides individuals on a path towards achieving a balanced and fulfilled life. Key Points ✅ How to incorporate Faith into Your transformational weight loss program ✅ Reconnect Your Body, Mind, and Soul for Lasting Weight Loss, Sustained Energy and Unstoppable Strength ✅ How to love yourself for personal transformation and healing Dr. Tabatha Barber Dr. Tabatha Barber has dedicated her life to giving women a voice and a choice when it comes to their health and well-being. Overcoming struggles as a young girl, including self-esteem challenges and the hurdles of being a high school dropout and teenage mother, she emerged as a successful physician through faith and perseverance. Her unwavering commitment to women's health is evident through her triple board certifications in obstetrics and gynecology, menopause, and functional medicine. As the driving force behind her thriving medical practice, Dr. Tabatha and her team provide compassionate support and care to women nationwide. Through her podcast, Gutsy Gyn supplement line, and her international best-selling book Fast to Faith, she shares insights into the importance of gut health, hormone balance, mindset, and most importantly, nourishing the soul to truly heal and become whole. She is a beacon of light in a sea of medical darkness. https://fasttofaith.com/resources/  Dr. Tabatha’s Website: https://www.drtabatha.com/  Dr. Tabatha’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegutsygynecologist/  Dr. Tabatha’s facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrTabatha  Dr. Tabatha’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGutsyGynecologist 

In this captivating interview, Dr. Jill Carnahan dives deep with Bob Miller as he takes us into the topic of inflammation and its potential root cause: Superoxide. Join her and her special guest, Bob Miller, as they explore the fascinating world of Superoxide Production and Superoxide Reduction. Key Points ✅ Superoxide 101 and the damage from Superoxide ✅ Excess Superoxide and Health Concerns ✅ Pathways of Superoxide Production ✅ Pathways of Superoxide Reduction ✅ Practical Steps to Help Reduce Excess Superoxide Bob Miller Bob Miller is a Traditional Naturopath specializing in the field of genetic-specific nutrition.  In 1993, he opened the Tree of Life practice and he has served as a traditional naturopath for 27 years. For the past several years, he has been engaged exclusively with functional nutritional genetic variants and related research, specializing in nutritional support for those with chronic Lyme disease.   Bob lectures nationally and internationally at seminars to educate health care practitioners about genetic variants and nutritional supplementation for achieving optimal health, and holds live webinars every other Thursday evening for health professionals. In 2016, he created an online certification course on genetic nutrition for health professionals now training over 900 health professionals in the program.   To support his growing genetic research efforts, in 2015, Bob founded and personally funds, the NutriGenetic Research Institute to research the relationship between genetic variants and presenting symptoms. https://tolhealth.com/  Functional Genomic AnalysisTM: https://www.functionalgenomicanalysis.com/ 

Dr. Jill Carnahan sits down with the brilliant Dr. Jenn Simmons to discuss "The Smart Women’s Guide to Breast Cancer".  Breast cancer is a topic that affects millions of women worldwide, and this conversation is packed with valuable insights and information that every woman should know. Dr. Jenn Simmons, an expert in the field, shares her expertise and sheds light on the latest advancements in breast cancer prevention and treatment. Key Points ✅ Key things every women diagnosed with breast cancer needs to know now ✅ Why routine mammograms may be causing more harm than good and what your best options for low-risk imaging are ✅ Toxic load and environmental chemicals and why they may be the biggest risk for breast cancer in young women 👩🏻 Dr. Jenn Simmons Dr. Jennifer Simmons is a prominent board certified breast surgeon in Philadelphia where she was the Chief of Breast Surgery and Director of the breast program at Einstein Medical Center Montgomery. With fifteen years of experience in the field of breast disease, Dr. Simmons received the 2016 top honors Founders Award from the Living Beyond Breast Cancer organization for improving the lives of women with breast cancer. Always on the forefront of medical advances in breast surgery, Jenn has been named TOP DOC six years in a row by Philadelphia Magazine, and also in Main Line Today 2018 and Suburban Life. Her warmth and compassion for women’s health and wellness is also evident on-camera. Reporters and producers turn to Dr. Simmons for breaking medical breast cancer news.  https://www.realhealthmd.com/ 

In today's fast-paced world, many individuals are seeking alternatives to invasive surgical procedures. Dr. Mazzola explains how ultrasound guided diagnosis has revolutionized the field by providing accurate and precise treatment options for patients. By using this innovative technique, doctors can identify and target the root cause of the problem, such as arthritis or ligament injuries, without the need for surgery. Key Points ✅ Regenerative Medicine and ultrasound guided diagnosis is changing the way we treat arthritis and other non-surgical sports injuries ✅ Keys to physical exam and diagnosis of injuries to avoid surgery ✅ When does PRP injection make since to avoid surgery after tendon or ligament injuries? Dr. Tim Mazzola Dr. Mazzola is board certified in both Family Medicine and Sports Medicine. He is also certified in musculoskeletal ultrasound since 2013. He currently practices as a Non-operative Regenerative Orthopedist at Breakthrough Regenerative Orthopedics in Boulder, CO. He previously served as a Team Physician at the US Air Force Academy. Passionate about teaching, Dr. Mazzola is affiliated with the University of Colorado Medical School and is completing 2 SI ligament research studies with Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He has taught Advanced Musculoskeletal Ultrasound and Regenerative Orthopedics for several years.  He co-authored a chapter on Ultrasound Guided techniques in Regenerative Medicine Procedures in Dr. Malanga and Ibrahim’s textbook titled Regenerative Treatments in Sports and Orthopedic Medicine.  He co- authored a recent review paper on optimizing PRP dose and formulations with Peter Everts and others. https://www.orthopedicscolorado.com/  

In this episode of Resiliency Radio, join Dr. Jill Carnahan and Coach Betty Rocker as they delve into the topic of perimenopause and how to stay Perimeno-Fit. Perimenopause is a stage in a woman's life where hormonal changes occur, leading to symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, and weight gain.  Coach Betty Rocker, a fitness and nutrition expert, shares practical tips on staying fit and healthy during perimenopause and menopause. Learn about effective workout routines and nutrition advice that can help you maintain a healthy weight and manage body fat changes during this phase of life. ✅ What are the most important things to know as you approach menopause to keep your muscle up and your percentage body fat down? ✅ How does your approach to exercise and fitness need to change as you go through perimenopause and menopause? ✅ Why does the microbiome matter in menopause and what can we do to optimize or estrogen metabolism through a healthy gut? 👩🏻‍⚕️ Coach Betty Rocker Bree Argetsinger, aka The Betty Rocker is a forward-thinking, women-specific coach and personal trainer who takes a holistic approach to building a strong, fit body you love. She provides life-stage specific guidance, whether you're still in your cycling years, in perimenopause, or postmenopausal. Her goal is to empower you with the skills and knowledge you need to make the best choices for yourself inside and out – so you can love the person you are, achieve the results you’re looking for, and enjoy yourself along the way. 👩🏻‍⚕️ Coach Betty Rocker's Links PerimenoFit - 8 week strength training program for women in perimenopause: https://shop.thebettyrocker.com/perimenofit/  All Betty Rocker Training programs and Meal Plans: https://store.thebettyrocker.com/  Betty Rocker supplements and organic protein powder: https://store.thebettyrocker.com/category/supplements/  The Betty Rocker Show Podcast: https://thebettyrocker.com/category/podcast/  Betty Rocker workouts and recipes: https://thebettyrocker.com/blog/