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In Part 1 of this two-part series, Steven McConnell MSc, lipidemiologist, reveals what conventional medicine often misses in diagnosing and treating kidney disease. Stephen is passionate and outspoken when it comes to patient care. We think you will really enjoy this conversation - you may need to listen to it twice. ;) In this episode, we cover: Why 75% of people with kidney disease have hypothyroidism! The key tests you should look at to understand your kidney health How niacin can support kidney function and influence many health and gene pathways Herbal remedies and supplements that may help protect or improve kidney health The main causes of kidney disease and why monitoring blood pressure and blood sugar is critical Overlooked considerations around kidney health by conventional medicine Can kidney disease be reversed, and actionable insights for prevention and support And lots more. Whether you’re a health professional or someone who wants to take control of your kidney and metabolic health, this episode is packed with evidence-based insights and practical advice. Watch out for Part 2 coming soon! Stephen D. McConnell, MSc, is a lipid specialist and Chief Scientific Officer at Health Defender, a physician-recommended nutraceutical company based in Erie, Pennsylvania. With extensive clinical experience developing successful lipid clinics and leading a landmark outcomes partnership with Highmark/Blue Cross-Blue Shield, he focuses on evidence-based, natural approaches to cholesterol management and cardiovascular health. Stephen McConnell is a recognized voice in functional and integrative lipid care. Connect with Stephen here; LinkedIn - / stephen-d-mcconnell-msc-lipidemiologist Website - https://healthdefender.care/ YouTube - ‪@HealthDefender-USA‬ Phone (it is better to send a text) - 8145721801 👉 If you found this helpful, please like, share, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss future conversations from me and other experts who want to help you feel your best. I also appreciate your support on these videos because they actually do take time, especially where studies are involved and I don't monetize them. So if you would like to support me in making my videos or podcasts, and would like me to keep doing it, it would really mean a lot to me if you bought me a coffee - I do love coffee. Thank you so much for your generosity. https://buymeacoffee.com/cmhthanks Chemaine xo 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This video is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.

In this episode, I sit down with the very funny Jeff T. Bowles, author of best selling book The Miraculous Results of Extremely High Doses of Vitamin D3, to explore the fascinating science and his experience behind high-dose D3, magnesium, and the concept of human hibernation, and how it may explain the fatigue, weight gain, pain, and low mood many people feel in the winter. Prepare to have your mind blown! We discuss: ✨ High-dose Vitamin D3 and why it improves so many conditions - from peanut allergies to arthritic pain. ✨ D3 Toxicity myths and why magnesium + K2 are essential when taking higher doses. ✨ How D3 affects insulin resistance, obesity, mood, and metabolic health. ✨ Why thyroid function drops in the winter, increasing fatigue and symptoms. ✨ The human hibernation theory and how it explains winter slowdowns (and weight gain). ✨ The surprising link between Vitamin D3, progesterone & ALS! ✨ How magnesium deficiency drives constipation, insulin resistance, nerve pain, sleep issues, and much more. ✨ How to test for magnesium, timing and dosing considerations. ✨ And of course… why “there are no fat people in Colorado” - Jeff’s words, not mine 😊 If you’re curious about Vitamin D, winter fatigue, metabolic health, magnesium therapy, or the idea that humans might go into “hibernation mode” more than we think… this episode is packed with insights (and laughs). Jeff T. Bowles is a best selling author with over 500,00 books sold and passionate researcher. His books include The Miraculous Results of Extremely High Doses of Vitamin D3, The Miraculous Cure For and Prevention of All Diseases What Doctors Never Learned, and ALS Breakthrough - to name a few. Jeff has also published several studies - https://www.researchgate.net/profile/... You can find out more about Jeff here; Website - https://jefftbowles.com/about/ D3 website - https://taked3.com/ YouTube - ‪@jeffbo7777‬ D3 Book - https://a.co/d/1Xwk6Ja ALS book - https://a.co/d/hEQPn4m 👉 If you found this helpful, please like, share, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss future conversations from me and other experts who want to help you feel your best. I also appreciate your support on these videos because they actually do take time, especially where studies are involved and I don't monetize them. So if you would like to support me in making my videos or podcasts, and would like me to keep doing it, it would really mean a lot to me if you bought me a coffee - I do love coffee. Thank you so much for your generosity. https://buymeacoffee.com/cmhthanks Chemaine xo 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This video is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jeffrey Dach to unpack the most misunderstood aspects of thyroid health - from TSH and Synthroid to T3 conversion, desiccated thyroid, iodine, selenium, cardiovascular risk, and more. If you’ve ever been told your TSH is “normal” but you still have symptoms (even if you taking Synthroid)… this conversation is going to change how you think about your thyroid therapy. We discuss: • Why TSH is an unreliable marker and why it often reflects inflammation more than thyroid output • How T3 works primarily at the pituitary and T4 at the periphery • Why T4-only therapy (Synthroid/Levothyroxine) can leave patients still feeling rubbish and with symptoms of hypothyroid • The benefits of combination thyroid therapy and why natural desiccated thyroid (NDT) helps so many people • Selenium’s role in T4→T3 conversion and thyroid antibody reduction • The importance of around iodine • How low thyroid function increases cardiovascular disease and cancer risk • The best supplements for thyroid support, including berberine and myo-inositol. And lots more! This episode is a deep dive into thyroid physiology, hormones, optimal treatment, and the gaps in conventional endocrinology that leave so many patients ignored. This is a conversation, even if you don't think you have thyroid issues, you don't want to miss! Jeffrey Dach, MD is a board-certified physician and integrative medicine advocate with over four decades of experience in healthcare. In 2005, after retiring from radiology, Dr. Dach founded the clinic TrueMedMD — where he serves as Medical Director. Under his leadership, TrueMedMD has specialized in bioidentical hormone therapy (BHRT), natural thyroid care, and integrative medicine. Dr. Dach is also a prolific author and educator. His works include Bioidentical Hormones 101 and Natural Medicine 101, aimed at making complex medical and hormonal science accessible and practical for both clinicians and patients. Find out more about Dr Dach here; Website - https://jeffreydachmd.com/ Natural Thyroid Toolkit Book - https://a.co/d/2gyUYzn BioIdentical Hormones 101 Book - https://a.co/d/3d5HBSn 👉 If you found this helpful, please like, share, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss future conversations from me and other experts who want to help you feel your best. I also appreciate your support on these videos because they actually do take time, especially where studies are involved and I don't monetize them. So if you would like to support me in making my videos or podcasts, and would like me to keep doing it, it would really mean a lot to me if you bought me a coffee - I do love coffee. Thank you so much for your generosity. https://buymeacoffee.com/cmhthanks Chemaine xo 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This video is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.

In this very fun episode, I sit down with the man, the myth, the legend that is Joel Greene - CEO of VEEP Nutrition and author of "The Immunity Code" and "The Way", for an absolutely incredible conversation about how to lose weight and keep it off for life. We dive deep into both of our personal weight-loss journeys, what actually worked, and how we’ve each kept the weight off for almost 20 years without extreme dieting or damaging approaches. In this episode, we cover: ✔️ How fat cells really work and why this understanding changes everything ✔️ Why you MUST understand inflammation and its role in body weight ✔️ Why yo-yo dieting makes long-term weight loss harder ✔️ The role of the extracellular matrix and collagen in fat loss ✔️ Why polyphenols are essential for sustained weight loss and metabolic health ✔️ How glycine supports weight regulation and recovery ✔️ The truth about rebound weight gain and why it happens ✔️ What extreme dieting does to your metabolism and thyroid ✔️ The surprising lessons from The Biggest Loser ✔️ Practical hacks and strategies we both use to stay lean year after year And lots more! If you’ve ever struggled with getting and keeping weight off, dealing with plateaus, or bouncing back after dieting, this conversation will empower you with tools and science-backed insights you can start using right away. And we would love to hear your questions and feedback in the comments. Joel Greene is creator of the VEEP Nutrition System, the worlds first commercially available program based on targeting gut communities to positively effect metabolic outcomes and biomarkers. Joel is a featured author, speaker, and guest in top tier publications like Muscle and Fitness, 24 Hour Fitness Digital Magazine, CBS Online, Superhuman Radio. His system has also been featured on the Dr. Phil Show where it has delivered astounding life changing results. He is author of The Immunity Code and The Way - two books that are changing the way many of us approach weight loss forever. Find out more about Joel here; https://www.veepnutrition.com/ Instagram - realjoelgreene X - realjoelgreene 👉 If you found this helpful, please like, share, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss future conversations from me and other experts who want to help you feel your best. I also appreciate your support on these videos because they actually do take time, especially where studies are involved and I don't monetize them. So if you would like to support me in making my videos or podcasts, and would like me to keep doing it, it would really mean a lot to me if you bought me a coffee - I do love coffee. Thank you so much for your generosity. https://buymeacoffee.com/cmhthanks Chemaine xo 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This video is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.

In this episode, I sit down again with respected compounding pharmacist, educator, and hormone specialist Carol Petersen to explore the often misunderstood topic of "Adrenal Fatigue" - what it really is, why it happens, and how we can begin to restore balance and resiliency. Carol returns for a fourth conversation with an abundance of knowledge that will not disappoint. Enjoy! We discuss: 🌿 What adrenal fatigue is and what the adrenals need to function optimally ⚖️ How chronic stress, thyroid health, and sex hormones all play a role 🧬 Why methylation matters for adrenal and overall hormone function 🥦 The foundations of recovery - starting with nutrition, blood sugar balance, and sleep - ALWAYS! 💊 Key supplements and nutrients that can support the body through adrenal repair. And lots more! Whether you’re struggling with fatigue, burnout, or hormone imbalance, this conversation will help you understand the why behind adrenal issues and the steps you can take to start feeling stronger and more resilient again. Carol Petersen is an accomplished compounding pharmacist with decades of experience helping patients improve their quality of life through bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. She is the owner of ‪‪@thewellnessbydesignproject‬ and a force to be reckoned with when it comes to hormones and health. You can check her out here; Web - https://thewellnessbydesignproject.com Take charge of your health radio show on Youtube - ‪@takechargeofyourhealthradio‬ 👉 If you found this helpful, please like, share, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss future conversations from me and other experts who want to help you feel your best. I also appreciate your support on these videos because they actually do take time, especially where studies are involved and I don't monetize them. So if you would like to support me in making my videos or podcasts, and would like me to keep doing it, it would really mean a lot to me if you bought me a coffee - I do love coffee. Thank you so much for your generosity. https://buymeacoffee.com/cmhthanks Chemaine xo 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This video is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.