Trauma is often the result of an overwhelming amount of stress that exceeds one's ability to cope. Depending on how you're affected, trauma may cause difficulties in your daily life. On this week’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, we’ll be discussing the connection between mental trauma and our physiological health and how that can actually manifest later down the line. Trauma is also described as an emotional wound causing a psychological injury. Most of us know that trauma affects us neg...
Feb 27, 2023•55 min•Ep. 185
Chronic pain is a common, complex, and distressing problem that has a profound impact on individuals and society. On this episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, we will be discussing the connection between permanent solutions and does not resolve our issues indefinitely. Leading the episode, Dr. Nicole will be elaborating on the bigger picture as to why so many of us suffer from joint pain. And also, why aren’t most of us getting the required answers and solutions to our problems? So tune in and...
Jan 14, 2023•46 min•Ep. 184
Marking the 200th episode, Integrative Wellness Radio is back today with the highly requested episode on Vasectomy, what it means for your body and how it can be linked to a whole bunch of health problems such as prostate issues, neurodegeneration, and cardiovascular problems. Hosting the podcast today, Dr. Nicole will shed light on Vasectomy unraveling why some men experience the onset of odd symptoms after going through a vasectomy using real-life case studies. She will walk you through some o...
Dec 22, 2022•39 min•Ep. 183
There are many health benefits when it comes to red light therapy. To name a few, red light therapy is useful in decreasing inflammation and stimulating post-procedure wound healing. It can also help bolster hair growth in people with alopecia and stimulate collagen production in people who hope to lessen fine lines and wrinkles. On today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Our CEO and host Dr. Nicole is joined by the founder of LightpathLED, Scott Kennedy. Scott is a certified laser/light ...
Dec 15, 2022•30 min•Ep. 182
Taking a dive into the gut series. Today on Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole will be talking about some of the common issues related to the gut such as indigestion and reflux. We are seeing so much increase in such disorders recently that it has now started to become normal for people suffering from gut issues. From changing prescriptions to trying new methods, Dr. Nicole will briefly explain why we need to stop and start looking at our body as a whole from the fundamental level. Tune in t...
Dec 06, 2022•58 min•Ep. 181
Diving into the hot topic of allergies, this week on the Integrative Wellness Radio we’ll be talking about sensitivities that are caused by diet and environmental factors. These sensitivities can turn into full-blown allergies if untreated or diagnosed improperly. Leading the episode, Dr. Nicole will pinpoint the difference between allergies and sensitivities. Why there’s an epidemic on the rise and how does it relate to children getting allergic to some foods? Dr. Nicole will unravel how allerg...
Nov 26, 2022•55 min•Ep. 180
We’ve talked about skin conditions in previous episodes of Integrative Wellness Radio. But today specifically we’ll be taking a deep dive into the autoimmune aspect of skin conditions along with our host Dr. Nicole. Autoimmune skin conditions manifest when your body’s natural defense system starts attacking the body's healthy skin cells, which is generally because of an underlying autoimmune disorder. Dr. Nicole will dissect the main components that lead to a weakened immune system and types of ...
Nov 17, 2022•45 min•Ep. 179
Spinning off from the previous week’s episode. Today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio brings autoimmune neurological conditions, what are some of these conditions, and how they manifest in the first place. Dr. Nicole will be walking you through some of the common factors leading up to autoimmune conditions such as multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s Dementia, etc. She will debunk the myth of putting the blame on aging for neurological decline and why you should better understand the root caus...
Nov 08, 2022•54 min•Ep. 178
In last week’s episode, we spoke about how some neurotoxins lead to a neurological decline in people and why it’s so prevalent these days. Today more on mental health we’ll be diving into the root causes of mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety. A lot of us get through rough patches in our lives once in a while. But Dr. Nicole will brief us on why you can’t always blame the “bad coping skills” as these disorders can also be caused by underlying health conditions that affect your...
Oct 31, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 177
Toxicity can cause a lot of adverse health effects. Today specifically on Integrative Wellness Radio we’ll be taking a deep dive into a number of neurotoxins causing neurological declines such as Dementia and Alzheimer’s. Dr. Nicole will shed light on why this decline is becoming such an epidemic. She will also unravel the mystery behind these neurotoxins and brief us on why we cannot always blame genetics. Join her for today’s episode and learn more about how you can take care of your mental he...
Oct 26, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 176
Itsy bitsy bumps to the head are fairly common. But sometimes more severe cases lead to concussions or traumatic brain injury. On today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, we’ll be talking about how some of these concussions and head injuries might be connected to a mental health decline. Dr. Nicole will be walking us through the aftermath of suffering from these conditions and will shed light on how the body reacts to these types of conditions. Listen to the full episode as you will be abl...
Oct 17, 2022•48 min•Ep. 175
Today on Integrative Wellness Radio, we’ll be talking about the infections in the female reproductive system that can throw off hormones. Dr. Nicole will shed light on two main infections, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) and Yeast Infection. She will unravel if these infections have been the underlying cause of hormonal imbalances in women. Tune in to the whole episode and find out more about the right testing that suits your body’s needs. Interested in learning more about Dr. Nick & Dr. Nicol...
Oct 09, 2022•41 min•Ep. 174
From focusing on the female hormones in previous episodes, today on Integrative Wellness Radio, we’ll be diving into hormone imbalances in men and how the testosterone decline has been on the rise recently. Dr. Nicole will shed light on some of the things that are connected to this decline and why most times the root cause is overlooked with the common run-of-the-mill testing. You’ll also learn about the adverse effects of taking unregulated testosterone on your body and why oftentimes it is jus...
Sep 29, 2022•50 min•Ep. 173
Inflammatory Bowel Disease is the result of a weakened immune system. Diving into Inflammatory gut conditions, today on the Integrative Wellness Radio we’ll be mainly focusing on IBD and how autoimmunity plays a big factor in causing it in the first place along with some of the root causes of a weak immune system leading up to the inflammation. Dr. Nicole will shed light on IBD by giving us her case studies as an Integrative Physician and will break some of the false beliefs about human gut issu...
Sep 15, 2022•42 min•Ep. 172
It’s easy to fall addicted to your cravings but it doesn’t always have to be the binge eating of unhealthy foods. Join Dr. Nicole today on Integrative Wellness Radio as she will uncover that not all foods are created equal and how you can still enjoy your favorite glass of wine and not have to worry about losing your perfect summer body. She will talk about some of the tips and hacks on how you can recover your body after going on a monthly spree of destroying party buffets and apple pies. In sh...
Sep 08, 2022•54 min•Ep. 171
Thyroids play a vital role in the metabolism, growth, and development of the human body. It helps to regulate many body functions by constantly releasing a steady amount of thyroid hormones into the bloodstream but this balanced release of hormones can be disrupted by several inside and outside factors leading to different thyroid conditions and this is what we will be learning on The Integrative Wellness Radio along with Dr. Nicole as she will dive into why there is a rise of the epidemic of th...
Aug 31, 2022•53 min•Ep. 170
Autoimmune Brain Conditions are defined as syndromes affecting the central nervous system that are often caused by antibodies or immune cells attacking the brain. In today’s topic, we’ll be discussing a few of the common as well as the not-so-talked about autoimmune brain conditions that affect people of all ages such as Autism, Multiple Sclerosis, and PANDAS. Dr. Nicole gives us an insight into how these conditions affect people differently and how they have different onsets and origins. Tune i...
Aug 24, 2022•46 min•Ep. 169
Getting through summers with the fear of acne breakout is fairly common but sometimes the Sun is not always to blame. Dive into today’s episode of the Integrative Wellness Radio as Dr. Nicole joins us to talk about how hormones play a huge role when it comes to acne. She briefs the listeners as to why skin conditions such as hormonal acne manifest in the first place and what has to happen over time for acne in general to develop. Tune in and listen to the full episode to learn more! Interested i...
Aug 18, 2022•33 min•Ep. 168
Last week, we discussed Eczema and how it progresses from infancy to adulthood. This week on Integrative Wellness Radio. Dr. Nicole joins us with another skin condition episode talking all about Psoriasis. Psoriasis occurs when the immune system causes skin cells to grow faster than usual, and dead cells build up on the skin's surface instead of falling away. In this episode, the Doctor briefs us on the major root causes of Psoriasis. She sheds light on some of the reasons that trigger the immun...
Aug 08, 2022•50 min•Ep. 167
This week on Integrative Wellness Radio we're discussing skin conditions but specifically Eczema. Atopic dermatitis or commonly known as Eczema is a condition that makes your skin red and itchy. It's common in children but can occur at any age. Join Dr. Nicole as she briefs us in-depth on why Eczema is developing at such a young age that it is now being referred to as Baby-Eczema and how this can persist as problematic all the way into adulthood. She walks us through some of the key points why i...
Jul 31, 2022•49 min•Ep. 166
Brendan’s Bio: Brendan is a Mental and Metabolic Health Scientist & Researcher, Functional Medicine Educator, Writer, and Speaker. He is a Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, Master Nutrition Coach, Master Personal Trainer, USAW Sports Performance Coach, and Crossfit Trainer. He began his career as a personal trainer and nutrition coach at the age of 18 after disappointingly being medically discharged from the United States Navy Seal training pipeline due to an injury. After being ...
Jul 26, 2022•44 min•Ep. 165
Allergies occur when your immune system reacts to a foreign substance, but are people born with certain types of allergies, or do they develop them due to medications or even chemicals? To answer that Dr. Nicole joins us today on Integrative Wellness Radio to dive a little bit further into certain types of allergies, their origins, and why people develop them. The doctor sheds light on some of the reasons people get exposed and develop sensitivities to some medications and even antibodies. She u...
Jul 21, 2022•57 min•Ep. 164
Rheumatoid Arthritis falls under the category of an autoimmune condition. With Rheumatoid Arthritis on the rise along with much information to navigate through, today on Integrative Wellness Radio Dr. Nicole dives into a few of the many reasons why it manifests in the first place. She briefs us on why taking an immunosuppressant is just a temporary fix when it comes to Rheumatoid Arthritis and how it can lead to much bigger problems in the long run. Tune in to the full episode to learn more abou...
Jul 12, 2022•49 min•Ep. 163
Gut issues can cause a lot of discomforts, but is it really because you had a Latte, or is there an underlying gut-brain connectional issue that is causing a myriad of health issues in your body? Dive into today’s episode as Dr. Nicole on Integrative Wellness Radio addresses some of the cognitive brain dysfunctions which play a major role in affecting the gut’s health. She briefs us on some of the leading factors that cause mood instability and discomfort in our gut and what you can do to overco...
Jun 30, 2022•45 min•Ep. 162
With summers at their peak, we see people with a myriad of health issues and allergies coming through the doors of IWG. In today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole talks about some of the issues that come with different seasons, whether it is food intolerance or seasonal allergies. She further dissects the main root cause that is the leading factor of the Human Body being so reactive to these environmental changes. Listen to the whole episode to get a more in-depth insight! Inte...
Jun 24, 2022•58 min•Ep. 161
Does mold really play a role in affecting male hormones such as testosterone? Dive into today’s episode on Integrative Wellness Radio with Dr. Nicole as she talks about the linkage between low testosterone and mold present in your home. Dr. Nicole is also joined by her personal mold inspector Nurse Gina who will walk us through some of the best practices to avoid and get rid of mold in our homes. Tune in to the whole episode to learn more about not only the effects mold can have on men but also ...
Jun 20, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 160
We talked the previous month about various autoimmune conditions such as connective disorders and gut conditions, but what is the actual root cause of autoimmunity? Is it bad genes or is it the faulty immune system? To answer these questions, Dr. Nicole joins us with another episode on Integrative Wellness Radio this week. She navigates us through some of the misconceptions & misinformation about autoimmunity that have surfaced recently and why solutions like “one pill for all” is mostly jus...
Jun 10, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 159
We are back this week with another autoimmune disorder and this episode is all about different autoimmune connective tissue disorders such as Lupus, scleroderma, and Osler Rendu as just to name a few. Listen to Dr. Nicole as she dives into why some of these disorders manifest in the first place and where do they originate from. She dissects why most of the people suffering from these disorders might not have been able to find a proper solution that is outside of just living on immunosuppressants...
Jun 02, 2022•54 min•Ep. 158
This week we bring you yet another informative episode on Integrative Wellness Radio about Autoimmune Gut Conditions. There are a lot of false beliefs when it comes down to autoimmune conditions. Dr. Nicole sheds light and navigates us through some of the leading factors causing gut conditions, from parasites to Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in this day and age. Listen as she gives us more insight into the right testing to properly diagnose and overcome some of the common autoimmune gut conditi...
May 30, 2022•54 min•Ep. 157
Mold toxicity and hormonal imbalances go hand in hand. This week on Integrative wellness radio we are talking about mold toxicity and how it affects the hormone levels. Dr. Nicole briefs us on why hormonal variations are normal and how the misinformation about it often leads to inaccurate diagnoses when in reality it is just mold toxicity affecting us. Listen to the whole episode to learn more! Interested in learning more about Dr. Nick & Dr. Nicole’s courses, memberships, or private work? L...
May 25, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 156
