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Ancient Health Podcast

Ancient Health Podcastwww.doctormotley.com
Discover ancient solutions for modern health challenges. Join Dr. Chris Motley, expert in Traditional Chinese Medicine, frequency medicine specialist, and dedicated healthcare practitioner, as he breaks down real-life health issues with insight and approachability. Each week, discover simple, effective tools and techniques to elevate your health journey and pursue a vibrant life. Tune in every Tuesday and Friday for an East-meets-West approach to nurturing mind, body, and spirit.
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Episodes

172. Chinese Medicine Deep Dive: Healing Chronic UTI’s, Yeast infections and Kidney Deficiencies with Dr. Motley

Dr. Motley describes the signs and symptoms of UTIs, Kidney deficiencies, and Bladder infections. In this episode, we learn the solutions to healing chronic infections and the emotions associated with the kidneys and bladder. Other topics discussed are: What the symptoms of tight hip flexors and knee pain mean What it means when you have frequent urination at night Emotions of the Kidneys and Bladder (fear) The horary cycle of the Kidneys Signs of bladder infections Why you could be experiencing...

Mar 17, 202318 min

171. Understanding Metabolic Disease and How to Prevent It with Food As Medicine with Maya Feller

Author and registered dietitian Maya Feller, shares her unique approach to healing metabolic conditions using a food as medicine approach to wellness. Ever wonder how to cook for the varying health needs of your family? Maya explains how it IS possible to cook for your heritage, individual preferences, and healing requirements. Other topics discussed in this episode include: Treating the person first, before nutrition Why finding joy in life is critical to well-being Rest vs. sleep Metabolic dis...

Mar 14, 20231 hr 1 min

170. Symptoms And Solutions For Gallbladder Health with Dr. Motley

The small but mighty gallbladder! This episode with Dr. Motley dives deep into the design of your gallbladder and the functions it carries out. Topics covered in this episode: Dehydration and the connection to bile production Bile and hormones Debunking the myth that you don’t need your gallbladder Why you can develop gallstones The influence of emotions on your gallbladder Parasites and viruses in the gallbladder How the gallbladder can impact the brain and lymph nodes How viruses like strep ca...

Mar 10, 202319 min

169. Tackling Childhood Conditions: Chiropractic Care for Pediatric Neurological Disorders with Dr. Tony Ebel

Dr. Tony Ebel takes us into his world of pediatric chiropractic care. His approach addresses the “perfect storm”' where early stress impacts the nervous system of children and the sequence of stressors that lead to a sympathetic dominant state (pre-pregnancy). Dr. Ebel describes why maternal distress and birth trauma are two key pieces left out of the assessment of a child's health and development. We discuss the methodology behind Dr. Ebel’s practice to evaluate and treat children and young adu...

Mar 07, 20231 hr 6 min

168. Silicone, Saline, and Sickness: The Truth About Breast Implant Illness

In this episode, Courtney discusses a topic that has been hitting the headlines in recent years, breast implant illness. She talks about the threat that breast implants have to our bodies and the history of breast implants and the FDA’s most recent “black box warning” on these devices. Other topics on this episode: What are the symptoms of BII Silicone vs. Saline Heavy metals found in implants How to find a good surgeon Finding support “Killer Breasts: Overcoming Breast Implant Illness” by Diane...

Mar 03, 202319 min

167. Psychobiotics, Depression, and What Your Cravings Tell You About Your Microbiome with Dr. Amy Shah

Dr. Amy Shah discusses the role that our microbes play on the health of our brain. She describes that in order to control your mind you have to change your gut. The diversity and health of your gut determines much of your mood, cravings and drives behavior. Other topics discussed in this episode are: -Rising rates of teen depression -Role of serotonin and dopamine -Inflammatory responses and the impact on the brain -Why you may have food sensitivities -The link between low diversification of mic...

Feb 28, 202342 min

166. Red vs. Near Infrared Light and Why Sunglasses are Blocking Healing Light Rays with Dr. Mike Belkowski

Dr. Mike Belkowski talks to us today about the healing effects of red light therapy and infrared light. We learn about the sun's natural infrared healing capacity and why our indoor lifestyle has contributed to our diminished exposure. We discuss the applications of red light therapy and how red light drives energy in the body. If you’ve been on the fence about trying this type of healing therapy you’ll want to give this one a listen! More topics covered in this episode: -Potential of longevity ...

Feb 21, 20231 hr 6 min

165. What’s Really Behind Your IBS, Crohns, Colitis, and Bloating with Dr. Motley

Understanding stomach Qi and how it relates to infection, inflammation and diseased states. How food, toxins, viruses and stress create and perpetuate symptoms of gut irritation. Learn the herbs and nutrients that support the gut lining and Fulvic and Humic minerals and their role in gut repair. Health Inst website link: https://thehealthinstitute.com/ Health Inst instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthinstitute/ Healing Leaky gut program: https://bit.ly/HLG-Program Get 20% off our NEW Ancie...

Feb 14, 202324 min

164. Why You’re Tired, Cell Danger Response, Caffeine and Your Brain, and Building Energy with Ari Whitten

Ari Whitten is an energy researcher and pioneer. In this episode, he describes the mechanisms of energy production and how various factors like sleep, viral load, circadian patterns, and nutrition, all impact the cell’s innate response to produce energy. Ari shares what supplements, vitamins, and herbals are his favorites for supporting healthy and balanced energy, and how to learn more by connecting with his resources. 3:36 Ari’s history with EBV and personal journey 9:55 Cell danger response 1...

Feb 07, 20231 hr 10 min

163. The Four Seasons of Your Cycle, Optimizing Metabolism and Eating For Your Hormones

Did you know you have four seasons in your female menstrual cycle? Each week your hormones transition into a different season that requires an individual approach to your nutrition, movement and lifestyle. Learn how to eat for your metabolism and nourish your body to optimize your metabolism. Get 20% off our NEW Ancient Remedies course & community! https://bit.ly/Ancient-Remedies-Course

Feb 03, 202314 min

162. Longevity, Purpose, Inner Healing and Childhood Trauma With Jason Prall

We sit down with Jason Prall to chat about longevity in various cultures around the world, childhood trauma and how it can affect us, using trauma as a catalyst for growth, finding alignment in life with right energy around you, figuring out the deeper truths of you are and what you want to do, the importance of healing yourself from outside sicknesses to live a healthy long life from a purpose perspective, and tapping into your purpose and potential. Get 20% off our NEW Ancient Remedies course ...

Jan 31, 20231 hr 16 min

161. How to Build Energy in the Body to Address Hidden Infections with Dr. Evan Hirsch

Evan H. Hirsch, MD, (also known as the EnergyMD) is a world-renowned Energy expert, best-selling author, and professional speaker. He is the creator of the EnergyMD Method, the science-backed and clinically proven 4-step process to increase energy naturally. Through his best-selling book, podcast, and international online telehealth programs that can be accessed from everywhere, he has helped thousands of people around the world increase their energy and happiness.

Jan 24, 202330 min

160. Organ Meats: Why We Should Consume Them and How To Incorporate Them with Chef James Barry

20% OFF EATPLUCK WITH CODE "ANCIENTHEALTH" OR "HEALTHINSTITUTE" AT CHECKOUT https://shop.eatpluck.com/discount/ANCIENTHEALTH?redirect=/pages/pluck-aff?ref=wWp8BM1m We sit down with professional chef James Barry to discuss the nutrients and vitamins in organ meat and why we should consume them, myths and misconceptions around safety of organ meat, sourcing organ meats, his freeze-dried organ powder company Pluck and how it can turn kids from picky eaters into adventurous eaters, how to ease organ...

Jan 17, 20231 hr 14 min

159. One of the Most Underrated Tools for Healing: Infrared Redlight Saunas with Robby Besner

THERASAGE AFFILIATE CODE "HEALTHINSTITUTE" FOR 10% OFF https://www.therasage.com/discount/HEALTHINSTITUTE?rfsn=6998439.1a3fd7&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6998439.1a3fd7 Rob Besner, founder of Therasage, shares the therapeutic benefits of red light and infrared saunas. You will learn what to expect when using a sauna, how infrared changes the way you detox and how everyone can benefit from this technology....

Jan 10, 202357 min

158. Digging Beneath The Surface on Blood Work With Emily Morrow

Emily Morrow, FNTP, is a blood chemistry expert that breaks down what routine lab work means for your health. She describes the difference between conventional ranges and optimal ranges as well as what markers you should consider running. She demystifies the misconceptions of Vitamin D, Iron, and cholesterol markers and unpacks hidden root causes of liver enzyme imbalances. Theemilymorrow.com @emilymorrow

Jan 03, 20231 hr 16 min

157. Ancient Health Podcast Highlights: A Year in Review with Courtney Bursich and Dr. Chris Motley

Join us for a fun, end-of-year recap on where we’ve been in 2022. We discuss some highs and lows of the year, what we are personally interested in right now in the health space and how life changing experiences can shape your perspective and direct you in living out your purpose. Website: https://thehealthinstitute.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthinstitute/

Dec 27, 202244 min

156. Your Genetics: How They Affect Your Emotions, Anxiety, Depression & Immune Health with Dr. J Dunn

Dr. Motley and Dr. J Dunn discuss the role that genes play in how you make energy and utilize nutrients. We learn that enzymes hold the key to unlocking how nutrients are used in the body. When you understand your genetic variants through gene testing, you are better able to support the needs of your body and optimize your health outcome. Healing Leaky Gut Program: https://bit.ly/HLG-Program FREE “Advanced Strategies for Healing Your Gut” Training: https://bit.ly/Advanced-HLG Myhappygenes.com...

Dec 20, 202253 min

155. Pregnancy, Postpartum and What it Takes to Build a Healthy Home

In this episode, Courtney sits down with Allie Hobson to chat about trusting ourselves in pregnancy, prep-work before getting pregnant and during pregnancy, caring for your body postpartum, and building a healthy home for your family with natural swaps – Mom hacks for healthier options for your kid’s medicine, food/snacks, and home. Glucometer: https://www.amazon.com/glucometer/s?k=glucometer Quintan Minerals: https://www.quicksilverscientific.com/quinton-products/ Trace Mineral Company: https:/...

Dec 13, 20221 hr 13 min

154. Signs You May Have Leaky Gut and What to Do About it With Dr. Josh Axe and Dr. Motley

Leaky Gut affects around 80% of people today. Instead of keeping the bad stuff out, the delicate lining of your intestine is letting bad stuff in, and your body is breaking down from the inside out—making it the root cause of many ailments such as anxiety, headaches, skin problems, joint pain, weight gain, bloating, or IBS. Today’s mashup with Dr. Axe and Dr. Motley covers the symptomology and conditions associated with Leaky Gut Syndrome. You’ll Learn: 9 warning signs of Leaky Gut The condition...

Dec 06, 202240 min

153. The truth about fibromyalgia and practical ways to heal with Dr. Murphree

In this episode, Dr. Murphree discusses the symptomatology of the complicated diagnosis of fibromyalgia. This syndrome can have a myriad of symptoms associated with nutritional deficiencies, restorative sleep, and inflammatory processes. Other areas of discussion are practical tips like diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes.

Nov 29, 202235 min

151. Overcoming anxiety and life behind the scenes of Grammy award winning artist Brandon Lake

In today’s episode we sit down with Grammy award-winning artist Brandon Lake to get a behind-the-scenes perspective of what it looks like to navigate seasons of pressure and opportunity. We discuss mental health, family life, relationships, and preserving your health when life’s demands are overwhelming. Through his latest album Help! Brandon touches on one of the most common health concerns people face today- loneliness and anxiety. Learn the small behaviors that can benefit your mental and emo...

Nov 08, 202256 min

150. What You Really Need to Know About Oral Hygiene from a Chinese Medicine Perspective with Dr. Chris Motley

Join us today for a mini-episode from our very own Dr. Chris Motley. Learn how using a tooth chart can help you locate organ insufficiency and understand the correlation of symptoms and disease as it relates to oral health. Learn to identify what to look for in your gums and mouth to determine early signs of imbalance or infection. Dr. Motley also discusses the impact of prior dental work like extractions or root canals and infections that can take place after. This is a dense episode filled wit...

Nov 01, 202231 min

148. Chronic Disease, Gluten Misconceptions, and Advocating for your Health with Dr. Peter Osborne

In this episode Dr. Osborne covers common misconceptions about gluten- why gluten is in more than just wheat, barley, and rye, and the appropriate testing to truly discover if you are gluten sensitive or gluten intolerant. Dr. Osborne takes us through the history of gluten, how fortified foods have denatured wheat and why many conditions and symptoms can be linked to poor health as a result of gluten exposures. We also discuss the importance of advocating for your own health and what to look for...

Oct 18, 20221 hr 4 min

147. Understanding Breast Cancer, Genetics and Ayurvedic Herbs for Hormone Balance with Dr. Chris Motley

On this episode Dr. Motley teaches us how hormones are made and detoxed in the body. You will learn the impact of nutrients and genetics as they relate to hormone production and their relationship to other systems in the body. This mini-teaching is a deep dive into estrogen-driven cancers and will guide you through ayurvedic and traditional chinese medicine remedies that support healthy hormones.

Oct 11, 202232 min

146. Iridology 101: What Your Eyes Say About Your Health with Nichole Hosein

Nichole Hosein is an iridologist that takes us on a journey to understanding our health from the evaluation of the eye. Nichole teaches us the study of iridology and sclerology and the various characteristics that can be evaluated to understand our health better. Website: www.threesproutsholistic.com @threesproutsholistic

Oct 04, 202256 min

144. How to Build Metabolic Health for Optimal Brain Function with Brendan Vermiere

Brendan Vermiere is the founder of Metabolic Solutions LLC and a functional mental health practitioner certification. In this episode, he takes us through the real drivers of brain imbalances and shares his one non-negotiable health priority. Brendan also shares how medication and data (lab testing) are influencing decision-making in the health field.

Sep 20, 202247 min

143. How Microbiome Levels Affect Your Overall Health with Kiran Krishman

Kiran Krishnan is a Research Microbiologist and has been involved in the dietary supplement and nutrition market for the past 18 years. He comes from a University research background having spent several years with hands-on R&D in the fields of molecular medicine and microbiology at the University of Iowa. Kiran established a Clinical Research Organization where he designed and conducted dozens of human clinical trials in human nutrition. Kiran is also a co-founder and Chief Scientific Offic...

Sep 13, 202247 min
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