Kick It Naturally

Weight loss is a pretty common issue, and there seems to be an endless supply of diets, supplements and programs to ever figure out which one is right for you. So we decided to break it down into 4 basic pillars to help you navigate what issues may be holding you back. In this episode: Common digestive issues and why they can stall weight loss Why junk food is easier to break down … [Read more...]

There's an incredible amount of bad information out there about motility disorders.  And whether a person’s stool is moving too quickly or you hear them saying things like, “I had my monthly bowel movement today”, in either direction, it is clear that the medical world is not providing much hope on either front.  In this episode we discuss what could be causing imbalances in either direction, … [Read more...]

You can listen to Part 1 of this episode on the player at the top of this page.  Part 2 can be found here: Pretty much all the time people associate a particular supplement as having a predictable, consistent effect regardless of who consumes it.  The reality is that, due to variance in body chemistry from one person to the next, foods, nutrients and supplements can have drastically … [Read more...]

Lots of people have lots of opinions about water.  Is 8 glasses a day really necessary, or even healthy for everyone?  How much water should you drink a day?  What kind of water should you drink? Is alkaline water really good for you? (No!) Is carbonate water really bad for you? (No!)  What about distilled water? Does it deplete you of minerals?  Is that a bad thing?  What’s actually bad about … [Read more...]

Blood pressure readings can tell you a lot of information about what's going on in your physiology. But sometimes those numbers shouldn't be taken on face value alone. Medications, diet and just life can all affect what the numbers on your monitor show. Today we'll explore how understanding these factors can help you make informed decisions about your health. In this episode: Why low … [Read more...]

A lot of changes come from having a gastric sleeve surgery, but mental health issues may not be the first thing you think of. Turns out, it is a big deal. When you drastically cut down on the nutrients your body is receiving, your body, including your brain aren't getting the minerals they need to function properly. In this episode we explain why a person can experience mental health issues … [Read more...]