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In this episode, you will learn about the vast role that nitric oxide plays in supporting health and strategies to increase nitric oxide.

About My Guest:

My guest for this episode is Beth Shirley. Beth Shirley, RPh, CCN, developed an expertise as a compounding pharmacist and board-certified clinical nutritionist during a career spanning over 40 years. She has been a pioneer at the cutting edge of the evolution of what has now come to be known as "Integrative Pharmacy", the junction between traditional pharmacy and the clinical use of nutritional supplementation. Since 2009, Beth has spent time working with some of the leading thought leaders in the world of nitric oxide research and through this has developed an in-depth knowledge of the topic and its potential applications in patient care. In addition, she has worked closely with the scientific community and cutting-edge companies working on innovative nutritional ingredients and approaches for their use in a variety of life's challenges. In fact, Beth has formulated a product that was awarded the first patent on a supplement to "increase sexual desire and pleasure". She currently is the Director of Education and Research for Approved Medical Solutions, the distributor of her oxalate-free nitrate product and her Libby line of women's wellness products.

Key Takeaways:

• What is nitric oxide (NO)?
• What functions does NO play in the body?
• What causes NO to be low?
• How can NO be supported with diet?
• Does NO level play a role in COVID?
• What is the connection between NO and methylation?
• Does NO have a role in the management of infections?
• What are the two pathways through which NO is created in the body?
• What is the connection between glyphosate and NO?
• How can any potential downsides of increasing NO be minimized?
• What is the role of NO in systemic inflammation?
• How does NO impact glucose, insulin, HbA1c, metabolic syndrome, and diabetes?
• What role does NO play in cardiovascular disease?
• Does NO impact MCAS and histamine?
• Can NO have a beneficial effect on intestinal hyperpermeability or on the microbiome?
• Does NO impact detoxification?
• Can methylene blue be used with NO?

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In this episode, you will learn about the latest approaches to healing your body from mold toxicity, Lyme disease, and other complex, chronic health conditions.

About My Guest:

My guest for this episode is Dr. Neil Nathan. Neil Nathan, MD has been practicing medicine for over 50 years and has been Board Certified in Family Practice and Pain Management and is a Founding Diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine and a Founding Diplomate of ISEAI. He has written several books, including "Healing is Possible: New Hope for Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Persistent Pain, and Other Chronic Illnesses" and "On Hope and Healing: For Those Who Have Fallen Through the Medical Cracks." He has been working to bring an awareness that mold toxicity is a major contributing factor for patients with chronic illness and lectures internationally on this subject which led to the publication of his eBook, "Mold and Mycotoxins: Current Evaluation and Treatment, 2016" (now updated to 2022), and then to his best-selling book "Toxic: Heal Your Body from Mold Toxicity, Lyme Disease, Multiple Chemical Sensitivities and Chronic Environmental Illness." 2021 saw the publication of "Energetic Diagnosis," a discussion of the value of intuition and energetic devices as an aid to both diagnosis and treatment of medical illness. In 2024, his book "The Sensitive Patient's Healing Guide" was released with a focus on how to approach the treatment of sensitive patients. And most recently, in late 2025, the second edition of his book "Toxic" was released with several years of new information and insights on healing from complex chronic conditions. Dr. Nathan has been treating chronic complex medical illnesses for 30 years now, and Lyme disease for the past 20 years. As his practice has evolved, he finds himself increasingly treating the patients who have become so sensitive and toxic that they can no longer tolerate their usual treatments, and his major current interest is in finding unique ways of helping them to recover.

Key Takeaways:

• Is Long COVID the Great Unmasker?
• Is POTS an underlying cause or is it a symptom?
• How might the Radiance Long Hauler testing be helpful?
• What supplements or botanicals may be helpful for those in a Cell Danger Response?
• Are hormones generally well-tolerated when one is in a Cell Danger Response?
• When might be the right time to introduce PC? VIP?
• What are the more common sensitizers of a sensitive patient?
• What are the more common drivers of MCAS?
• What are some strategies for modulating the inflammatory response?
• Is MCS the same as MCAS?
• Should limbic retraining be more active?
• How often are mycotoxins seen in patients with Alzheimer's?
• Does HLA-DR impact a patient's recovery potential?
• How do you handle a suspected mold illness patient when their urine mycotoxin testing is negative?
• What is the best binder for mycophenolic acid? Chaetoglobosin?
• Do the benefits of bentonite clay outweigh the potential risks?
• What is the source of gliotoxin in the body?
• How is the treatment of fungal colonization approached?
• What role have Actinobacteria and endotoxins played in treating patients?
• Can Bartonella be treated with natural antimicrobials alone?
• Does treating mold and Lyme improve EDS?
• Can secondary porphyria be an indication that the antimicrobial is working?
• What is the role of EMFs in chronic illness?
• How large of a factor are parasites?
• Do mold and Lyme contribute to ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia, autism, and PANS/PANDAS?
• What is the role of nitric oxide in recovering health?

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In this episode, you will learn about breakthrough therapies for chronic illness recovery including EBOO and TPE.

About My Guest:

My guest for this episode is Dr. Tami Lyday. Tami Lyday, DO, MS has been a physician since 2006 and a functional and integrative specialist since 2017. Prior to that, she spent 11 years as a family practitioner but was never quite satisfied with conventional medical approaches. Her mother's illness and subsequent side effects of traditional treatments prompted her to learn more about integrative medicine, and she has not looked back. Dr. Lyday believes functional and integrative medicine is the best way to ensure lasting recovery as it helps patients determine the root of their health issues and does not rely on medications that treat symptoms while ignoring the underlying causes of illness. She pursued training and certifications in functional and integrative medicine, including specialty training and certifications in the treatment of mold-related illnesses and Lyme disease. At the time of her certification, she was one of only 26 practitioners in the world who were Shoemaker certified in mold treatment protocols. After 4 years as a functional and integrative medical practitioner, she opened The Lyday Center to provide a dedicated resource for people who are suffering from mystery illnesses and ailments that don't respond to conventional treatment and are seeking natural solutions to their chronic illnesses. Since that time, she has expanded her specialties to include the treatment of thyroid disorders and overall energy levels. Her mission is to heal the world one patient at a time.

Key Takeaways:

• How much does environmental toxicity contribute to chronic illness?
• How is a patient tested for mold illness?
• What binders are most commonly used for detoxification? Do natural binders have a place?
• What is the role of Actinobacteria and endotoxins in CIRS patients?
• Can a patient have fungal colonization and potentially benefit from antifungals?
• Does treating mold also treat Lyme and coinfections?
• How important is working on the limbic system to set the stage for healing?
• How might EBOO and TPE support those with autoimmunity?
• Where in a recovery timeline do EBOO and TPE best fit?
• Does Hashimoto's occur without mold?
• What is the role of EBOO? What is the EBOO process?
• What is done before and after EBOO to support the patient?
• Can patients have detoxification or Herxheimer reactions after EBOO or TPE?
• How might EBOO and TPE help those with Long COVID?
• What types of infections might EBOO support?
• What is the role of TPE? What is the TPE process?
• What types of toxicants and toxins can be filtered out?
• How is the removed plasma replaced
• Might beneficial materials be removed with TPE?
• Can EBOO or TPE help those with neurodegenerative conditions?

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In this episode, you will learn about hair loss and some of the leading edge treatment options available today.

About My Guest:

My guest for this episode is Dr. Alan J. Bauman. Alan J. Bauman, MD is an acclaimed board-certified hair restoration physician with nearly 30 years of experience in the medical field. He is the founder and CEO of Bauman Medical, an international leading treatment center in the field of hair restoration. Dr. Bauman received his Medical Doctor degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla, NY and underwent internship and residency training in surgery at Beth Israel Medical Center and Mt. Sinai Medical Center in Manhattan before dedicating his expertise to the specialized fields of hair transplant surgery and the treatment of hair loss. With a particular focus on androgenetic alopecia or hereditary male or female pattern hair loss, Dr. Bauman has established himself as an authority in the industry. He has treated over 34,000 patients, performed over 12,000 hair transplant surgeries, and administered over 12,000 PRP hair regrowth treatments. He is a frequently invited faculty member and guest expert at numerous international scientific meetings and live surgery workshops and has been featured in hundreds of news stories in the media. Dr. Bauman is one of approximately only 200 physicians worldwide to achieve the certification from the esteemed American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery (ABHRS). He was voted "#1 Top Hair Restoration Surgeon" in North America by Aesthetic Everything for the 7th consecutive year, "Top Hair Restoration Surgeon of the Decade", and received the 2022 "Lifetime Achievement Award in Hair Restoration". He was also recognized by Forbes as one of "10 CEOs Transforming Healthcare in America" and included in the ApeToGentlemen's list of the World's Best Hair Transplant Doctors for 4 years straight.

Key Takeaways:

• What are the stages of hair loss?
• What are the different types of hair loss?
• What are some of the underlying causes of hair loss?
• What role do hormones play in hair loss?
• Can GLP-1s cause hair loss?
• Is hair loss genetic or epigenetic?
• What is the connection to thyroid function, Hashimoto's, and broader autoimmunity?
• What is the role of nutrient deficiencies in hair loss?
• What role do chronic Lyme, mold, or COVID play in hair loss?
• Do chronic scalp infections impact hair growth?
• Do certain medications cause hair loss?
• How important is supporting circulation to optimize hair growth?
• Do mitochondria play a role in hair growth?
• Are environmental toxicants a factor in hair loss?
• Does stress play a role in hair loss?
• What systemic or topical medications can be used to reduce hair loss and optimize hair growth?
• Do peptides have a place in supporting hair growth?
• What shampoos may be helpful for supporting hair growth?
• What is the role of PRP, stem cells, and exosomes in supporting hair growth?
• Does red light have a place in supporting hair growth?
• When might a transplant be the only option?
• What supplements may support hair growth?

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