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As a Doctor of Chiropractic and health coach, I feel like my mission is to help moms struggling with chronic illness. We know how hard it can be for moms to feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and frustrated with the health care system because we lived it. My wife battled chronic Lyme, mold illness, EBV and more. After finding solutions that actually helped her go from using the walls for support just to walk through the house to now exercising and traveling with her family, we want to help other moms achieve their dream health goals too!
For exhausted Christian moms like you, this podcast will help you change your health trajectory with intentional, doable steps so you feel genuinely hopeful about your future instead of stuck in survival mode. If you keep listening for 6–12 months, you’ll get real, practical, and actionable advice from me and from experts who’ve either lived your struggles or walk closely with women just like you, so you can feel confident, supported, and guided toward better health.

Send us Fan MailHow do you create permanent weight loss instead of temporary results?In this episode of the Discover Health Podcast, Dr. Joshua Sharp sits down with Stanley Bronstein to talk about the mindset shifts, identity changes, and daily habits that helped him lose more than 220 pounds without drugs or surgery and keep it off for nearly 17 years.Stanley shares his personal story of obesity, emotional eating, grief, failed dieting, and the breakthrough that finally led to lasting change. They discuss why temporary change creates temporary results, how identity drives long-term transformation, why perfection is not the goal, and the simple daily habits that can completely change your health trajectory over time.If you feel stuck in cycles of starting and stopping, this conversation will encourage you to think long term, stay consistent, and focus on permanent lifestyle change instead of quick fixes.In this episode, we cover:• How grief and emotional pain shaped Stanley’s early relationship with food• Why temporary diets often fail• The mindset shift that helped him create lasting change• Why identity matters more than willpower• How walking became a cornerstone habit• Why long-term thinking is essential for health transformation• Stanley’s 4 practical starting points for better health• The Way of Excellence framework and how to use itChapters:00:00 Temporary change vs permanent change00:56 Meet Stanley Bronstein01:39 Early life, grief, and the roots of obesity04:57 Emotional eating and shutting down emotionally06:20 Weight Watchers, frozen meals, and old habits returning08:08 A funeral that changed everything10:56 Perspective, mortality, and making life count12:29 Marriage, career, and regaining weight13:43 The wake-up call before age 5015:13 Why most people quit after failing16:55 What changed this time18:03 From punishment to privilege19:11 Alcohol, soda, and early permanent changes20:20 How walking started21:54 Peggy Chun and the perspective shift22:44 This is about more than weight loss23:46 The Way of Excellence system27:20 Awareness, truth, and personal responsibility28:27 Why life is a long-term game30:45 Persistence, respect, and balance32:34 Willingness, belief, and discipline37:35 Commitment and identity-based change40:56 4 simple ways to get started45:19 Stanley’s free resources and final encouragement🎧 More from Discover Health:Website: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/Connect with Stanley Bronstein:The Support the showCheck out my site: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Online store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/The information provided on the Discover Health Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. While we discuss natural health strategies, gut health, and overall well-being, this content is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or health regimen.The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. The Discover Health Podcast is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you take full responsibility for your health decisions.

Send us Fan MailStress, anxiety, and overwhelm are incredibly common today, especially for busy parents trying to juggle work, family, and life.In this episode of the Discover Health Podcast, Dr. Joshua Sharp sits down with Dr. Mario Mancini, biomedical acupuncture expert and functional neurology specialist, to explore how your nervous system controls your stress response and how simple practices can help you reset it in as little as 60 seconds.Dr. Mancini shares practical tools used with thousands of patients suffering from chronic pain, stress, and nervous system dysregulation. These techniques can help you move from feeling overwhelmed and exhausted to calm, resilient, and focused.You will learn:• Why your nervous system controls your energy and stress levels• The difference between anxiety and excitement• A simple breathing technique that resets your nervous system• Why recovery is the key to high performance• How acupuncture helps interrupt chronic stress patterns• A 90-second practice to release built-up stress• Practical ways busy moms can regulate their nervous system during the dayIf you constantly feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck in stress mode, this episode will help you understand why and give you simple tools you can start using immediately.Connect with Dr. Mario ManciniWebsitehttps://thecenterforintegrativecare.comInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thecenterforintegrativecareListen to the Discover Health PodcastJoin live on Tuesday: **Webinar Registration Link** https://events.discoverhealthfm.com/home2-831236🎧 More from Discover Health:Website: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/If you enjoy this episode, make sure to subscribe for more conversations about natural health, energy, resilience, and root-cause healing.New episodes released regularly.Timestamp Chapters (Boosts YouTube SEO + Retention)00:00 Why performance depends on recovery00:51 Introducing Dr. Mario Mancini02:04 How martial arts led to Chinese medicine02:50 Biomedical acupuncture explained04:04 Ancient medicine confirmed by modern science04:57 What self-regulation really means07:20 Why busy moms feel overwhelmed08:00 Recovery is non-negotiable for performance10:20 How acupuncture resets the nervous system13:12 A simple 60-second nervous system reset15:40 Why breathing controls your stress response18:00 Creating sacred spaces for recovery19:14 Do acupuncture needles have to be used?21:47 Acupressure techniques anyone can use Support the showCheck out my site: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Online store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/The information provided on the Discover Health Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. While we discuss natural health strategies, gut health, and overall well-being, this content is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or health regimen.The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. The Discover Health Podcast is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you take full responsibility for your health decisions.

Send us Fan MailWhy are autoimmune disease and chronic illness becoming so common? In this episode of the Discover Health Podcast, Dr. Joshua Sharp sits down with Dr. David Bilstrom, a quadruple board-certified physician and functional medicine expert, to talk about the root causes of autoimmune disease, chronic inflammation, gut dysfunction, hormone imbalance, vitamin D, immune disruption, childhood factors, antibiotics, detox pathways, and what families can do to protect long-term health.Dr. Bilstrom explains why autoimmune disease is often connected to gut health, leaky gut, estrogen dominance, chronic infections, nutrient deficiencies, stress physiology, and immune imbalance. He also shares practical insights on prevention, early warning signs, and foundational strategies to support immune health naturally.If you’ve been searching for answers about autoimmune disease, ANA, gut health, chronic inflammation, hormone imbalance, functional medicine, and natural ways to support immune health, this conversation is packed with hope and practical takeaways.In this episode, we cover:Why autoimmune disease is increasing so rapidlyThe connection between gut health and immune dysfunctionWhat a positive ANA may meanEstrogen dominance and why women are more affectedChildhood factors that may shape long-term immune healthAntibiotics, probiotics, and the microbiomeVitamin D, butyrate, and foundational gut supportHow to think about prevention and reversal from a root-cause perspectiveConnect with Dr. David Bilstrom:Website: drdavidbilstrom.comInstagram: @drdavidbilstromYouTube: Dr David Bilstrom Autoimmune Functional MedicineJoin live on Tuesday: **Webinar Registration Link** https://events.discoverhealthfm.com/home2-831236🎧 More from Discover Health:Website: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/If this episode helped you, be sure to:Subscribe to the channelLike this videoShare it with someone dealing with autoimmune symptoms or chronic illnessLeave a comment with your biggest takeaway#AutoimmuneDisease #GutHealth #FunctionalMedicine #ChronicIllness #Inflammation #LeakyGut #HormoneHealth #VitaminD #ImmuneHealth #WomensHealth #DiscoverHealthPodcast Support the showCheck out my site: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Online store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/The information provided on the Discover Health Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. While we discuss natural health strategies, gut health, and overall well-being, this content is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or health regimen.The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. The Discover Health Podcast is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you take full responsibility for your health decisions.

Send us Fan MailFree Webinar: Why You Are Still Stuck With Your HealthJoin live on Tuesday: **Webinar Registration Link** https://events.discoverhealthfm.com/home2-831236🎧 More from Discover Health:Website: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/What if your symptoms aren’t malfunctions… but messages?In this powerful episode of the Discover Health Podcast, Dr. Joshua Sharp interviews Cindy Costley, creator of the Electromagnetic Body Desensitization Technique (EBDT), who spent 34 years battling severe allergic reactions, chronic anaphylaxis, and what doctors later identified as Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS).At one point, her liver and kidney enzymes were failing. Doctors told her it was time to focus on “comfort care.”But everything changed when she discovered that her body wasn’t betraying her.It was communicating.Learn more about Cindy and EBDT:https://theunderlyinganswers.comConnect with Cindy:Instagram: @cindy.costleyWebsite: www.TheUnderlyingAnswers.comIn this conversation, we explore:• The connection between trauma and chronic illness• How the nervous system stores survival patterns• Why mast cells may activate when the body feels unsafe• The link between childhood trauma and immune dysregulation• What “fight, flight, freeze” looks like biologically• The difference between releasing trauma and integrating it• How EBDT works to help restore nervous system regulation• Why emotions must be acknowledged, not suppressed• How faith, science, and energy can work together in healingCindy shares how unprocessed trauma at ages 6, 14, and 15 shaped decades of allergic responses and immune dysregulation — and how healing those root triggers changed everything.If you struggle with:Chronic allergiesMCASAutoimmune conditionsUnexplained symptomsNervous system dysregulationEmotional suppressionFeeling stuck in survival modeThis episode will challenge how you think about healing.Chapters:00:00 Cindy’s breaking point: “My soul wants to dance”00:59 Episode intro: Cindy Costley + EBDT explained02:25 How Cindy was “the curriculum” for her own healing work04:54 What life was like living “allergic to the world” for 34 years06:43 The lake reaction that changed everything (and why her body never recovered)09:54 The two appointments that became the turning point10:40 Trauma, the immune system, and why her symptoms finally made sense12:23 “My body wasn’t betraying me. It was communicating.”14:43 W Support the showCheck out my site: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Online store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/The information provided on the Discover Health Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. While we discuss natural health strategies, gut health, and overall well-being, this content is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or health regimen.The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. The Discover Health Podcast is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you take full responsibility for your health decisions.

Send us Fan MailFree Webinar: Why You Are Still Stuck With Your HealthJoin live on Tuesday: **Webinar Registration Link** https://events.discoverhealthfm.com/home2-831236If you’ve tried diet after diet… and it always turns into restriction, stress, and rebound weight gain — this episode will hit home.In today’s conversation, Dr. Joshua Sharp sits down with Regina Oswald — author, designer, and certified coach whose work helps women move beyond diet culture into true body-mind harmony. With a background in the medical/pharmaceutical fields and training through Harvard’s Wellbeing & Nutrition Program, Regina bridges science, intuition, and self-compassion to help women shift from control and punishment to care, nourishment, and self-trust.Regina shares her personal story of extreme restriction (1,000 calories/day) and the toll it took — hormonal collapse, anemia, hair loss, and compulsive overeating — and explains why the “diet mentality” can instantly trigger a stress response in the body.We also unpack:Where dangerous diet messaging comes fromWhy “diet” can activate cortisol and survival modeHow distraction disconnects you from hunger/fullness cuesEmotional hunger vs physical hunger (and how to tell the difference)Why small steps beat all-or-nothing changeThe Minnesota Starvation Study and what it reveals about restrictionRegina’s upcoming book: Liberation from a Diet Prison: A Journey to Body-Mind Harmony (launching March 17)Pre-order Regina’s book: https://a.co/d/04CVt6FHConnect with Regina: http://www.reginaoswald.com/ https://www.instagram.com/reginaoswald_wellbeing/🎧 More from Discover Health:Website: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/⏱ Chapters00:00 – Faulty diet messaging: “strict rules” and “starve yourself”01:01 – Meet Regina Oswald + her mission01:42 – Book announcement: Liberation from a Diet Prison (March 17)02:13 – Regina’s turning point (COVID, modeling, 1,000 calories/day)03:25 – The cost of restriction: hormones, anemia, hair loss, overeating04:40 – Dieting as “control” and the illusion of safety06:45 – A prayer, a sign, and the shift toward self-love08:13 – Changing the narrative: control → care09:20 – Spiritual lens: discontent, self-criticism, and shame11:04 – Where extreme dieting comes from (family patterns)12:05 – Childhood rejection, perfectionism, and coping14:52 – Healing: awareness + changing your inner voice16:59 – Biggest mindset trap: “I must control my body”18:33 – Awareness vs control: cooperating with you Support the showCheck out my site: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Online store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/The information provided on the Discover Health Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. While we discuss natural health strategies, gut health, and overall well-being, this content is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or health regimen.The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. The Discover Health Podcast is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you take full responsibility for your health decisions.

Send us Fan MailFree Webinar: Why You Are Still Stuck With Your HealthJoin live on Tuesday: **Webinar Registration Link** https://events.discoverhealthfm.com/home2-831236In this episode of the Discover Health Podcast, Dr. Joshua Sharp interviews Dr. Chloe Weber, Doctor of Chinese Medicine, herbal formulator, and mom to a medically complex child. Dr. Chloe brings both clinical expertise and lived experience from her son Remy’s journey with STXBP1, sharing a realistic approach to whole-child health that avoids perfectionism and “miracle cure” promises.We cover what matters most for special needs families: gut foundations, nervous system regulation, immune resilience, and reducing toxic load in practical, budget-friendly ways. Dr. Chloe also shares the hard-earned lesson many parents learn the painful way: your child needs a healthy, present parent more than another “next protocol.”You’ll also hear some fascinating troubleshooting ideas—like why symptoms can spike around the full moon, how parasites and inflammation can affect the brain, and why crawling, barefoot time outside, and sensory input can be powerful (and free) interventions.In this episode, you’ll learn:The “foundations first” strategy for complex kids (diet, sleep, sensory, nervous system)Why the gut-brain axis is often the biggest needle-moverSimple low-tox home switches with high ROI (air, water, fragrance, plastics)Why crawling + barefoot outdoor time can support neurodevelopmentHow to build resilience as a mom without burning outDr. Chloe’s links: https://radicalremedy.org/CBD + Chinese herb formulas: radicalrootsherbs.com🎧 More from Discover Health:Website: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/⚠️ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified practitioner for individualized guidance.Chapter markers (YouTube timestamps)00:00 Intro + why this conversation matters01:19 Meet Dr. Chloe Weber (Chinese medicine + special needs mom)02:19 Her backstory: acupuncture, public health, ecology, and Chinese medicine04:31 Did she quit smoking? (and acupuncture for allergies)05:30 Remy’s story: STXBP1, nonverbal, hyposensory, walking at 607:46 Early signs: tone, delays, tremor, possible seizures09:30 The diagnosis search as a single mom: fear, isolation, burnout11:31 Why community matters for healing12:42 The biggest personal lesson: oxygen mask first (without guilt)17:04 Ozone + hyperbaric: benefits, safety, and “stacking” strategies22:38 P Support the showCheck out my site: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Online store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/The information provided on the Discover Health Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. While we discuss natural health strategies, gut health, and overall well-being, this content is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or health regimen.The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. The Discover Health Podcast is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you take full responsibility for your health decisions.

Send us Fan MailFree Webinar: Why You Are Still Stuck With Your HealthJoin live on Tuesday: **Webinar Registration Link** https://events.discoverhealthfm.com/home2-831236In this episode of the Discover Health Podcast, Dr. Joshua Sharp sits down with Paul Voss, father of eight and author of Autism Sucks: Finding Hope in the Chaos. Paul shares the raw, sleep-deprived reality of walking through an autism diagnosis with his youngest daughter—and the practical, parent-tested changes that made a real difference in their home.You’ll hear the moment Paul broke down thinking he might never hear his daughter say “I love you,” what the waiting season felt like, and why he refused to accept chaos and exhaustion as the “new normal.”We also talk about the simple, low-risk steps they tried first—like grounding (earthing), removing screens, nutrition changes, and evening routines—and how those choices impacted not only their autistic child, but their entire family (including major improvements in ADHD symptoms for one of their kids).If you’re a parent navigating autism, ADHD, sleep issues, meltdowns, or chronic overwhelm… this conversation will meet you with honesty, hope, and practical next steps.Paul’s book: Autism Sucks: Finding Hope in the Chaos👉 https://www.amazon.com/Autism-Sucks-Finding-Hope-Chaos/dp/B0G3GH7SQ2🎧 More from Discover Health:Website: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/⚠️ Note: This conversation is for education and encouragement and is not medical advice. Always partner with a qualified practitioner for individualized care.Chapter markers (YouTube timestamps)00:00 The heartbreaking moment: “I may never hear ‘I love you’…”00:53 Meet Paul Voss: father of eight + the story behind Autism Sucks01:53 Their family life + the day-to-day reality at home03:38 Early signs: sleep regression after COVID + speech delay + stimming06:10 The waiting season: fear, confusion, and emotional whiplash08:51 Choosing a different path: open-minded, beyond “just meds”10:15 First big win: grounding (earthing) and the sleep breakthrough11:39 Meltdowns, biting, and the stress ripple across siblings13:23 What triggered meltdowns most: screens + TV18:30 The turning point: removing screens (and what happened next)19:45 Two controversial helps: melatonin + CBD (their experience)22:43 Getting the other kids on board: food, screens, and real-life friction24:33 The unexpected win: diet changes and ADHD symptom improvement30:24 Why Paul wrote the book + “hope inside the chaos”34:23 Lowest moments as a dad (and wha Support the showCheck out my site: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Online store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/The information provided on the Discover Health Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. While we discuss natural health strategies, gut health, and overall well-being, this content is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or health regimen.The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. The Discover Health Podcast is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you take full responsibility for your health decisions.

Send us Fan MailFree Webinar: Why You Are Still Stuck With Your HealthJoin live on Tuesday: **Webinar Registration Link** https://events.discoverhealthfm.com/home2-831236Lisa's Links: https://www.nutritioncoachingandlife.com/https://www.instagram.com/nutritioncoachingandlife/Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/discoverhealthfm/?hl=enOnline store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/If you’ve ever tried a strict diet, lost weight fast… and then gained it back, this episode will help you understand why and what to do differently.In today’s episode of the Discover Health Podcast, Dr. Joshua Sharp interviews Lisa Franz (M.S. Exercise Science, Health Promotion & Nutrition), owner and head coach at Nutrition Coaching and Life and host of the Nutrition and Life Podcast.Lisa has coached 350+ clients using evidence-based strategies for sustainable fat loss, body recomposition, and metabolic health, without telling people to give up travel, social eating, or the fun parts of life.We talk about:Flexible dieting and how to build food freedom without all-or-nothing extremesWhy people regain weight after dieting (and the “after plan” most people miss)Nutritional periodization (fat loss → reverse → maintenance)Simple meal planning for busy families (without cooking 4 separate meals)Travel nutrition tips (protein, steps, and staying consistent)Resistance training vs cardio for fat loss and metabolismIf you’re a busy mom trying to lose fat and keep it off long-term, this one is for you.⏱ Chapters00:00 – Intro00:58 – Meet Lisa Franz (credentials + coaching focus)01:58 – Lisa’s story: restrictive diets → food freedom03:30 – What “flexible dieting” really means05:10 – Why food freedom helps break all-or-nothing thinking06:23 – Flexible restraint: why total restriction backfires07:27 – Moderation is a skill you can train09:06 – Germany vs the U.S.: activity, walkability, and food culture10:40 – Why modern environments make fat loss harder11:45 – Why home-cooked meals matter (and portion awareness)13:30 – Simple meal building: protein + veggies + carbs (customize for family)15:50 – Planning ahead: how to avoid impulsive decisions18:24 – Why diets fail: short-term thinking and aggressive restriction19:47 – Why people regain weight after dieting21:10 – “Add more” strategy: water, veggies, protein, steps22:50 – The missing piece: having a plan for AFTER the diet24:10 – Reverse dieting + metabolism: how to maintain results long-term26:10 – Mindset + limiting beliefs: carb Support the showCheck out my site: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Online store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/The information provided on the Discover Health Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. While we discuss natural health strategies, gut health, and overall well-being, this content is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or health regimen.The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. The Discover Health Podcast is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you take full responsibility for your health decisions.

Send us Fan MailFree Webinar: Why You Are Still Stuck With Your HealthJoin live on Tuesday: **Webinar Registration Link** https://events.discoverhealthfm.com/home2-831236Beverly's Website: https://www.ondietandhealth.com/Beverly's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/primal-diet-modern-health/id577470427Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/discoverhealthfm/?hl=enOnline store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/If you’re waking up at night, dealing with anxiety, or constantly tired, even when you “sleep enough,” this episode may explain why.In today’s conversation, Dr. Joshua Sharp sits down with Beverly Meyer, board-certified clinical nutritionist and host of the long-running Primal Diet Modern Health Podcast. Beverly has worked in natural health since 1985 and is widely known for her practical, science-based teaching on sleep, anxiety, adrenal health, hormones, and salivary testing.One of the most surprising parts of this episode:Beverly shares how she was diagnosed with sleep apnea despite being a slim woman who doesn’t snore and why sleep apnea may be the largest undiagnosed medical condition in the United States.We also dive into one of the most overlooked brain chemistry factors in modern stress and sleep problems: GABA.If you feel overwhelmed, wired-but-tired, anxious, or you wake up with headaches, this is an episode you’ll want to hear.⏱ Chapters00:00 – Intro00:53 – Meet Beverly Meyer + her background in natural health02:26 – Beverly’s personal chronic illness journey (starting in the 1970s)04:48 – Why you should run from practitioners who “have all the answers”05:39 – The foundations: food, sleep, hormones07:58 – Beverly’s nighttime headaches mystery (10-year journey)10:31 – The shock diagnosis: sleep apnea without snoring11:28 – Why sleep apnea is massively underdiagnosed12:05 – Sleep apnea in kids: bedwetting and breathing issues13:05 – Why sleep apnea can develop later in life14:10 – The myth: “sleep apnea is only overweight men”16:55 – Why sleep apnea varies night-to-night17:24 – Recessed chin, sleep dentistry, and jaw position18:40 – Positional apnea: back sleeping vs side sleeping19:31 – Inflammation, swelling, and environmental triggers20:25 – Pets, allergens, and airway inflammation20:55 – Dairy and mucus: how food can affect breathing + sleep23:07 – Elimination-provocation testing (the most accurate method)24:01 – What is GABA? The “forgotten neurotransmitter”26:00 – Beverly’s personal anxiety story + brain chemistry crash28:31 – Low GABA symptoms: overwhelm, ins Support the showCheck out my site: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Online store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/The information provided on the Discover Health Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. While we discuss natural health strategies, gut health, and overall well-being, this content is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or health regimen.The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. The Discover Health Podcast is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you take full responsibility for your health decisions.

Send us Fan MailFree Webinar: Why You Are Still Stuck With Your HealthJoin live on Wednesday: **Webinar Registration Link** https://events.discoverhealthfm.com/home2-831236SummaryLena Livinsky, a holistic feeding specialist, shares her journey of personal health struggles and the development of the Bloom framework to address picky eating. The conversation covers the definition of a holistic feeding specialist, the impact of personal struggles on professional practice, and the components of the B.L.O.O.M. framework. It also explores the assessment of biological factors, identification of oral motor skill issues, and the recognition of signs of microbiome imbalance. Lena emphasizes the importance of open exploration of food to address picky eating. The conversation covers the importance of mealtime boundaries, the distinction between behavioral and health issues, the environmental impact on picky eating, and the strategy of slow food transitions to support children's eating habits.Lena's Links: https://lenalivinsky.com/https://instagram.com/lena.livinskyhttps://livinskykids.myflodesk.com/mealtimebattlesTakeaways- Holistic feeding specialist- Root cause nervous system informed approaches Mealtime boundaries- Behavior vs. health issues- Environmental impact on picky eating- Slow food transitionsChapters- 00:00 Introduction to Holistic Feeding- 09:30 Using Personal Struggles to Help Others- 16:06 Biology and Oral Motor Skills- 24:52 Mealtime Boundaries and Explaining Them- 32:10 Environmental Impact on Picky Eating- 39:22 Slow Food Transitions Support the showCheck out my site: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/Online store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/The information provided on the Discover Health Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. While we discuss natural health strategies, gut health, and overall well-being, this content is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or health regimen.The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. The Discover Health Podcast is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you take full responsibility for your health decisions.