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One Thing with Dr. Adam Rinde
Hosted by Dr. Adam Rinde · EN
The most engaging conversation between health professionals happens in chance meetings in the hallways. During these moments so much is learned .*One Thing* brings together thought leaders in conversation and we share it with health enthusiasts , practitioners, and learners. Our conversations primarily focus on one significant thing in the arenas of gut health, brain health, immune system, metabolism, performance, and aging . This for clinicians and patients alike who are insightful and motivated.
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Episode 136|Beyond the Plate: A Holistic Path to Peaceful Mealtimes with Lena Livinsky
2d ago00:39:32Tap to summarizeIs picky eating really “just a phase”? Feeding specialist and mom Lena Livinsky says no — and this conversation may completely change the way you see mealtime struggles.In this episode, Lena explains why picky eating is often a biological and nervous system response rather than a simple behavior problem. Drawing from both her clinical expertise and her personal journey with her son, she shares how underlying sensory, mechanical, gut health, and environmental factors can shape a child’s relationship with food.We dive into the hidden causes behind food aversions, how to recognize red flags, and practical ways parents can create calmer, more connected mealtimes.⏱️ In This Episode:• The emotional “lightbulb moment” that changed Lena’s understanding of her son’s eating struggles• How to tell the difference between normal picky eating and deeper feeding issues• Sensory processing challenges that can make food feel overwhelming or even frightening• Hidden chewing and swallowing difficulties parents often miss• Why posture and proper seating matter for safe eating and nervous system regulation• Lena’s BLOOM Framework for supporting children with feeding challenges:Balanced HealthLearned Oral SkillsOptimal MicrobiomeOpen ExplorationMealtime Boundaries• The surprising connection between sunlight, gut health, and digestion• A powerful transformation story of a child overcoming severe food aversions and malnourishment🎙️ Resources & Links:🌐 Website: Lena Livinsky Official Website https://lenalivinsky.com📸 Instagram: @lena.livinsky on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lena.livinsky/🎧 Podcast: Lena Livinsky Podcast https://lenalivinsky.com/podcast: ❤️ Charity Mentioned:This episode supports Children’s Health Defense. If this episode reaches 100 views within 30 days, a donation will be made in honor of our guest.#PickyEating #Parenting #ChildNutrition #FeedingTherapy #GutHealth #SensoryProcessing #ParentingPodcast #KidsHealth #Nutrition #PodcastInterviewt
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Episode 135| Your Brain Isn't Broken with Dr. Steve Rondeau
3w ago00:55:58Tap to summarizeWhat if the thing your doctor is calling a disorder is actually a brain that's working fine — just in the wrong environment? Dr. Steve Rondeau has analyzed more than 50,000 brain scans, and his work is starting to change how a lot of clinicians, including me, think about psychiatric diagnosis.If you've spent years collecting diagnoses, swapping medications, and wondering whether the next label will finally be the right one — this conversation is for you.If you've spent years collecting diagnoses, swapping medications, and wondering whether the next label will finally be the right one — this conversation is for you.My guest is Dr. Steve Rondeau, founder of Axon EEG Solutions and author of the forthcoming book Think Like a Brain. He's spent the last fifteen years asking a different question than most psychiatry asks. Not what's wrong with this person, but what pattern is showing up here, and what environment would actually fit it.We talk about why the diagnosis-chasing loop keeps so many people stuck, the heterogeneity hiding inside labels like depression and ADHD, what he calls the Husky Phenomenon (his analogy for why your brain probably isn't broken, just mismatched to its environment), and the cases that taught him to look at the data before he looked at the diagnosis.This isn't a conversation about replacing your doctor with a brain scan. It's about what becomes possible when objective data and a person's lived experience finally start talking to each other — and what that means for anyone who's been told their symptoms are in their head, or that they just haven't found the right medication yet.About Dr. RondeauDr. Steve Rondeau is the founder of Axon EEG Solutions and the author of Think Like a Brain. An award-winning naturopathic physician, he began his career in developmental pediatrics looking for objective biomarkers in autism — the experience that shaped his core conviction that mental health deserves the same kind of measurable data the rest of medicine takes for granted. Over fifteen years and more than 50,000 qEEG brain scans later, he's best known for what he calls the Husky Phenomenon: the idea that many of the brain patterns we label as disorders aren't broken at all, just mismatched to the environments they're being asked to function in.Connect with Dr. RondeauWebsite: axoneegsolutions.comBook: Think Like a Brain thinklikeabrain.comLinkedIn: Dr. Steven RondeauEmail: info@axoneegsolutions.com
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Episode 134: The Hidden Energy Crisis Behind Brain Fog, Autism & Chronic Illness with Dr. Kurt Woeller
Apr 1501:13:41Tap to summarizeWhat if the root cause of brain fog, chronic illness—and even autism—wasn’t just neurological… but a metabolic problem at the cellular level?In this episode, Dr. Adam Rinde sits down with Dr. Kurt Woeller, Chief Medical Officer at Mosaic Diagnostics, to break down the critical role of mitochondria in complex chronic conditions. From fatigue and gut dysfunction to regressive autism, this conversation explores how mitochondrial dysfunction may be a hidden driver behind it all.You’ll learn how the Organic Acids Test (OAT) provides a powerful window into metabolic health, revealing patterns that can guide targeted treatment—and why markers like succinic acid can signal deeper dysfunction.Dr. Woeller also shares how advanced tools like the MitoSwab can uncover issues within the electron transport chain, and why healing isn’t something you can force—but something you must support.This episode is both a deep dive into biochemistry and a grounded reminder that true healing starts with restoring balance.What mitochondria actually do—and why they matter more than you thinkThe difference between mitochondrial dysfunction vs diseaseEarly signs of mitochondrial imbalance (brain, gut, immune system)How the Organic Acids Test reveals hidden metabolic issuesWhy succinic acid is a key marker to watchThe role of toxins, infections, and nutrient deficienciesHow the MitoSwab test evaluates mitochondrial functionWhy pushing treatment too fast can backfireThe importance of lifestyle, stress, and natural rhythms in healing:🎯 Who This Is ForParents navigating autism or developmental concernsPractitioners in functional or integrative medicineAnyone struggling with fatigue, brain fog, or chronic illnessListeners curious about root-cause health and advanced testing🔗 Connect with Dr. Kurt Woeller:Integrative Medicine AcademyFunctional Medicine Doc Talk PodcastSubstack: drwoeller.substack.comIf you found this episode helpful, share it with someone who needs a new perspective on healing.
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Episode 133 : The Science of Skin Aging: What Actually Works (and What Doesn’t) With Lily Shapiro, PharmD
Mar 1800:55:25Tap to summarizeMost skincare advice is focused on fixing what you can see—wrinkles, texture, tone. But by the time those changes appear, the underlying biology has already been shifting for years.In this episode of The One Thing Podcast, Dr. Rinde sits down with pharmacist and founder of Atika Wellness , Lily Shapiro, PharmD – to explore a more accurate way to think about skin health—one that moves beyond “anti-aging” and toward what she calls skin span.Lily breaks down the science behind how skin actually ages and why many popular solutions fall short. From the truth about collagen and biotin to the limitations of topical products, this conversation challenges some of the most common assumptions in the skincare world.You’ll also learn the four core drivers of skin longevity—collagen integrity, antioxidant balance, lipid barrier function, and mitochondrial health—and how a systems-based approach can support your skin from the inside out.If you’re looking for a clearer, more science-backed way to approach your skin and your health, this episode will give you a new framework to work from.—Topics covered:• Why “anti-aging” is the wrong framework• The truth about collagen, biotin, and hyaluronic acid• The CALM framework for skin longevity• How hormones impact skin, especially in midlife• Why most supplements fall short• The connection between internal health and visible skin changes—Follow Dr. Rinde for more conversations focused on the one thing that truly moves your health forward.Show links: https://www.atikawellness.com/About our guest:About Lily Shapiro, PharmDLily Shapiro is a pharmacist and the founder of ATIKA, a nutritional dermatology brand built on scientific clarity, therapeutic dosing, and a commitment to skin longevity. Her work centers on helping women nourish the biological foundations of resilient, healthy skin through evidence-based daily nutrition.During her 40s, Lily began noticing the early signs of collagen decline, dryness, and barrier changes that accompany midlife transitions. What she found in the supplement aisle were under-dosed blends, fragmented routines, and marketing-driven formulations that lacked clinical integrity.As a pharmacist trained in pharmacology, nutrient metabolism, and compounding, she saw an opportunity to bring therapeutic precision into the ingestible beauty space. ATIKA was created to offer one clinically aligned, properly dosed formula supporting the four core pillars of skin health: collagen structure, lipid barrier integrity, antioxidant defense, and cellular renewal.Evidence before trend. Every ingredient is selected based on published human data, not aesthetics or hype.Therapeutic dosing. Clinical outcomes require clinical amounts — not pixie-dust blends or proprietary dilution.Mechanism-first formulation. Collagen synthesis, barrier lipids, oxidative stress, and cellular energy work together; the formula must reflect that integration.Restraint and transparency. No exaggeration, no over-claiming, no clutter — only what is necessary and clinically relevant.Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)Clinical background in compounding and women's healthExperience analyzing ingredient pharmacokinetics, nutrient pathways, and therapeutic dosingFounder & Formulator of ATIKA Advanced Skin NutritionHer work reflects a belief that skin longevity begins with foundational biology — collagen structure, barrier lipids, detoxification of oxidative stress, and cellular energy. ATIKA exists to bring these truths to the center of daily ritual.
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Episode 132 : When Medicine Isn’t Enough: Exploring Energy, Emotional Trauma & Chronic Illness with Eva Müller
Mar 100:59:12Tap to summarizeWhy Some Patients Do Everything Right — and Still Don’t Fully HealSome patients do everything right — and still don’t fully heal.They follow the plan. Change their diet. Take the supplements. Commit to lifestyle shifts. Show up consistently. And yet something deeper remains unresolved.After more than twenty years in clinical practice, Dr. Adam Rinde has seen this pattern repeatedly. At some point, the question shifts from “What are we missing physically?” to “Is there another layer of healing we’re not addressing?”In this episode of The One Thing Podcast, Dr. Rinde sits down with Eva Müller , an energy practitioner who works in the realm of emotional clearing and consciousness-based healing. Eva believes that unresolved emotional patterns, stored trauma, accumulated stress, and even ancestral influences may contribute to chronic illness in ways we don’t always measure — but still experience.This conversation is not anti-medicine.It’s an exploration of whether physical and energetic healing can work in parallel.• Why some patients hit a healing plateau• Emotional trauma and stored stress in the body• The concept of energetic root causes• Surrender vs. striving in chronic illness• Why groundedness matters in spiritual work• How energy-based practices can complement conventional care Eva Müller is an energy practitioner and meditation guide who works with high-vibrational energetic transmissions to support emotional clearing and expanded awareness. After leaving a traditional career path that felt misaligned, she underwent years of personal transformation that led her into energy-based healing work. Today, she offers live group meditations, small-group healing sessions, and an online platform designed to support deeper emotional and energetic shifts.Website & Offerings: https://em-healing.comFree Weekly Live Meditation (Thursdays)Pulsetto Vagus Nerve Devicehttps://pulsetto.techListen for special discount mentioned in the episodeIf you’ve felt like something deeper needs to shift in your healing journey, this episode may expand your framework.Subscribe to The One Thing Podcast for conversations at the intersection of medicine, resilience, and deeper healing.
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Episode 131: What If Inflammation Could Be Removed? Therapeutic Plasma Exchange with Dr. Pamela Smith
Feb 1601:06:58Tap to summarizeWhat if inflammation isn’t just something to manage… but something you could actually remove?For decades, chronic inflammation has been treated with suppression — steroids, biologics, immune blockers. But what if there were a way to physically remove inflammatory burden from the bloodstream?In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Pamela Smith — ER physician, toxicologist, hormone specialist, and pioneer in therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE) — to explore the emerging science behind physically reducing inflammatory load.We break down:• What actually happens during therapeutic plasma exchange• How inflammation, cytokines, and antigen load circulate in the blood• Why autoimmune disease may be driven by persistent toxin burden• The connection between mold, plastics, metals, and immune dysfunction• Whether TPE can help long COVID, PCOS, cardiovascular disease, and cognitive decline• Who should — and shouldn’t — consider this therapyThis is not a hype episode.It’s a grounded, nuanced exploration of what’s possible when inflammation is treated as something measurable — and potentially removable.If you’re navigating autoimmune disease, chronic illness, hormone resistance, long COVID, or simply want to understand the future of inflammation science, this conversation will challenge how you think about immune regulation.Is therapeutic plasma exchange the next frontier in functional medicine — or an emerging tool still finding its evidence base?Let’s explore the science.
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Episode 130 : Why Your Mushroom Supplements Don’t Work (and How to Fix It) with Anna Sitkoff, ND
Jan 2500:59:16Tap to summarizeDr. Anna Sitkoff, naturopathic physician and medicinal mushroom researcher, reveals why so many people try high-quality mushroom products and feel nothing. This deep dive explores extraction methods, fruiting body versus mycelium, proper dosing, and the clinical applications of Lion's Mane, Cordyceps, Reishi, and Turkey Tail for immune support, gut-brain health, and neurodegeneration.find her on your socials at:@drannasitkoff @lucidummedicinalsfull episode notes at https://onethingpod.com/sitkoff
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Episode 129. Dr. Lara Briden, Beyond Willpower: Understanding Metabolism Through Biology, Not Blame
Jan 101:00:56Tap to summarizeDr. Lara Briden challenges everything you think you know about metabolism, revealing why energy—not weight—is the true marker of metabolic health. This conversation explores how modern life has pushed our physiology into states it was never designed for, and offers a compassionate, science-based approach to understanding your body as a logical system rather than a problem to fix.GUEST INFORMATION:Name: Dr. Lara BridenTitle/Credentials: Naturopathic doctor, author, former evolutionary biology researcher Background: Has peer-reviewed publications and thesis in evolutionary biology, specializes in women's health with focus on centering female physiology as normal mammalian function EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:Evolutionary Biology FrameworkDr. Briden explains how her background in evolutionary biology informs her medical practice, viewing women's bodies as logical systems that make biological sense Menopause as Evolutionary AdvantageDiscussion of how menopause evolved as a survival advantage, with post-reproductive women being essential for family group survival Debunking the Willpower MythChallenges the narrative that metabolic issues are about eating too much and exercising too little The Asthma AnalogyExplains why telling people to "just lose weight" is like telling someone with asthma to "just breathe better" Environmental FactorsDetails how environmental toxins, gut microbiome changes, and epigenetics contribute to metabolic dysfunction across species and generations Energy as Metabolic MarkerExplains metabolic flexibility and how the body should preferentially burn fat in fasting states Blood Sugar CrashesDiscusses how insulin resistance often presents as reactive hypoglycemia rather than high blood sugar Seed Oils DiscussionDr. Briden shares her perspective on high-dose omega-6 oils as metabolically problematic signaling molecules Nervous System and MetabolismExplores how the autonomic nervous system significantly impacts insulin sensitivity and metabolic rate Key Metabolic NutrientsDiscuss essential nutrients for metabolic health: magnesium, taurine, choline, inositol, and glycine, historically obtained from organ meats Mitochondria as MastersFascinating discussion of mitochondria as dynamic cellular powerhouses affected by emotions and social activity Lab Testing SimplifiedProvides practical lab markers for insulin resistance: ALT levels, ALT to AST ratio, and triglycerides RESOURCES MENTIONED:Metabolism Repair For Women, by Dr. BridenPeriod Repair Manual (previous book) Potential upcoming cookbook collaboration KEY TAKEAWAYS:Metabolism problems often come before weight gain, not after—it's about insulin resistance first Energy levels and satiety between meals are better indicators of metabolic health than body weight Environmental factors including toxins, processed oils, and gut dysfunction are major contributors to metabolic issues The body has a complex system that can't be micromanaged—focus on removing obstacles and supporting overall health Simple lab tests (ALT, triglycerides) can reveal insulin resistance more effectively than complex testing Website: https://www.larabriden.com/CALL TO ACTION:Subscribe to the One Thing Podcast for more conversations that challenge conventional health wisdom and center biology over blame. Share this episode with someone who's been struggling with metabolic health issues—these insights could be exactly what they need to hear.
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The Gut Freedom Intensive –Special Announcement
Dec 300:11:47Tap to summarizeAfter 6 years of hosting The One Thing Podcast and 20 years in clinical practice, I'm thrilled to announce my first group program: The Gut Freedom Intensive.This is a 6-week cohort-based course that brings my one-on-one clinical approach to a small group format. If you've been struggling with IBS, SIBO, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, bloating, or any form of digestive distress, this intensive is designed for you.What You'll Get:6 weekly live group sessions with mePersonalized roadmap for your specific digestive imbalancesDeep dives into gut immunity, microbiome, food sensitivities, and moreInteractive assignments to identify YOUR root causesGuidance on nutrition, lifestyle, supplements, and functional testingOngoing support throughout the programThis isn't a one-size-fits-all approach. Through guided exercises and assessments, we'll uncover exactly what YOUR gut needs to heal.Course Details:Starts: February 4th, 2026Duration: 6 weeksFormat: Live weekly sessions + comprehensive curriculumLimited to 25 participantsSpecial Listener Discount: Listen to the special announcement where I mention a code that will give a discount of 20% off - good through December 15th, 2025Enroll at: [Gut Freedom Intensive]Questions? email support@soundintegrative.com I look forward to guiding you on your journey to gut freedom.Show Notes:🔗 Enroll in Gut Freedom Intensive: [LINK]📅 Course Starts: February 4, 2026#guthealth #IBS #SIBO #digestivehealth #gutfreedom #functionalmedicine
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Episode 128. How Plant-Forward Living Reversed This MD’s Chronic Illness with Dr. James Thompson
Nov 2301:06:33Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dr. James Thompson, MD — a board-certified allergist, immunologist, author, and health educator — shares how a 21-day Daniel Fast sparked a life-changing shift toward plant-forward living. After 34 years in medicine, he realized that despite following what he believed was a “healthy” diet, he still required multiple long-term medications for blood pressure, cholesterol, and chronic inflammation. A plant-based lifestyle helped him eliminate medications, improve sleep and joint pain, and even restore vision. Today, Dr. Thompson leads the Healthy Living With a Vision Foundation, delivering accessible nutrition and lifestyle medicine education to underserved communities. His FEARLESS Method (Food, Exercise, Avoid Toxins, Restorative Sleep, Less Stress, Engage Mind, Social Energy, Spirituality) is a practical roadmap for chronic disease prevention and sustainable health. What You’ll LearnHow fasting and plant-forward eating triggered Dr. Thompson’s health transformationWhy medical education still provides minimal nutrition trainingHow plants impact inflammation, cholesterol, metabolic health, and cognitive resilienceThe truth about protein needs and nutrient considerations (B12, omega-3s)How to start a plant-forward lifestyle without going “all or nothing”Health disparities in Black communities and why trust in healthcare remains fracturedThe FEARLESS Wellness pillars and how to apply themKey TopicsPlant-forward nutrition · fasting · inflammation · lifestyle medicine · sleep · stress · chronic disease prevention · community health · spirituality · affordabilityTime Stamps:00:00 — Intro: Why nutrition conversations are polarized01:30 — Meet Dr. James Thompson03:11 — How the 21-day Daniel Fast changed everything04:00 — Running, meds, and early health struggles05:23 — The nutrition gap in medical training07:20 — Diving into nutrition education08:00 — Fasting & time-restricted eating10:00 — How plant-forward living improved his health11:20 — Greens, beans, berries & whole foods12:21 — Unexpected vision improvements14:29 — Defining plant-based vs. plant-forward15:20 — Protein myths & amino acid basics18:43 — How much protein you really need20:44 — Key nutrients: B12 & omega-3s24:26 — Getting omegas from plant foods26:04 — Why patients trusted his holistic approach29:51 — Introducing lifestyle medicine in practice32:32 — Reversing chronic conditions through diet34:29 — Planting seeds for long-term change37:13 — Asthma, acne & inflammation stories40:01 — Creating the FEARLESS Method42:45 — The 8 FEARLESS pillars45:16 — Starting small without overwhelm48:25 — Working with the Black community51:34 — Why medical mistrust persists54:00 — COVID-19 & vulnerable populations56:13 — The limits of access without education57:03 — His current work & foundation59:15 — What to buy with $5 for a healthy meal1:00:50 — Spiritual frameworks for hard times1:02:08 — Closing reflectionsNotable Quotes“Within six months of going plant-based, I no longer needed blood pressure or cholesterol medication.” “Doctors learn to diagnose and prescribe, not prevent.” About Dr. James Thompson, MDDr. Thompson spent over three decades in allergy/immunology and internal medicine before shifting to lifestyle health education. His work focuses on plant-forward nutrition, chronic disease prevention, and equitable community wellness. His book FEARLESS Wellness outlines eight pillars for long-term vitality.Website: FearlessMD21.com Foundation: HealthyLivingWithAVision.org
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