Essentials of Healthy Living

Host Dana Laake and her special guest Dean Morris, Master Herbalist, will be discussing effective immune support. Dean Morris is a 5th generation master herbalist. He grew up on herbs and has diverse experience in organic horticulture, the natural foods industry, and healthcare. As the Director of Technical Affairs for Nature's Way, Dean enjoys sharing the benefits of the many products he helped launch. He also enjoys leading herb walk presentations, which he feels fortunate to provide both in the U.S. and abroad.

Host Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dr. Erin Stokes will be discussing nutritional and herbal support for the winter blues. Dr. Erin Stokes, ND received her naturopathic degree from Bastyr University in 2001. The focus of her practice at Lotus Naturopathic Clinic in Boulder, Colorado is postpartum health and wellness. She truly enjoys educating others, and has taught Western Pathology and Psychology of Healing at Southwest Acupuncture College. Dr. Stokes is the Director of Education at MegaFood. ealth conditions.

Host Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Christophe Merville will be discussing how to treat pain with safe homeopathic medicines. He will also talk about solutions for dry winter skin, digestive issues from holiday overeating, baby digestive issues, sleeplessness, and stress common around the holiday.  Christophe Merville, D. Pharm., has been the Director of Education and Pharmacy Development for Boiron – the world’s leading manufacturer of homeopathic medicines – since 1990. Dr. Merville has created training programs, both online and in print, for pharmacists and retailers on homeopathy and medicines available to treat common health conditions.

Host Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dr. Sanford Cohen will be discussing visual stress in our academic, social and occupational environments. Dr. Cohen is a developmental and behavioral optometrist practicing primary care optometry in Silver Spring, MD. His patients include children and adults with learning-related vision problems, attention deficit disorders, reading problems, pervasive developmental disorders, autism spectrum, strabismus, amblyopia, binocular disorders, traumatic brain injury, and low vision resulting from macular degeneration, and many other eye diseases.

Host Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Rob Ivker will be discussing proactive tips for surviving the sinus season and a new online tutorial and self-educational solution for sinus sufferers. Dr. Robert S. Ivker has been a family physician since 1972. For the past 18 years, he has been practicing holistic medicine with an emphasis on the treatment and prevention of chronic disease. Dr. Ivker is the author of "Sinus Survival: The Holistic Medical Treatment for Sinusitis, Allergies, and Colds." He is the director of Fully Alive Medicine, in Boulder, Colorado and director of the Sinus Survival Respiratory Healer Network.

Host Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Hannah Bradford will be discussing cleansing your body of toxins and infections. Hannah Bradford, MAc, LAc is an acupuncturist with training in nutrition, herbal medicine, and homeopathy. She is also an adjunct assistant professor for alternative and complementary medicine in the School of Public Health at George Washington University and an instructor in nursing at Marymount University. 

Host Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Christophe Merville will be discussing the health benefits of homeopathy. Christophe Merville, D. Pharm. is the Director of Education and Pharmacy Development for Boiron – the world’s leading manufacturer of homeopathic medicines since 1990. Dr. Merville has created training programs, both online and in print, for pharmacists and retailers on homeopathy and medicines available to treat common health conditions.

Host Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Christopher Speed will be discussing balancing omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Christopher Speed, MND APD, is the director of nutritional sciences for Minami Nutrition with products distributed by Garden of Life. He is a much sought-after presenter on health issues related to omega-3 supplementation and the different types of manufacturing and processing technologies.

Host Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Erin Stokes will be discussing chronic stress and high cortisol levels.  Dr. Erin Stokes, ND received her naturopathic degree from Bastyr University in 2001. The focus of her practice at Lotus Naturopathic Clinic in Boulder, Colorado is postpartum health and wellness. She truly enjoys educating others, and has taught Western Pathology and Psychology of Healing at Southwest Acupuncture College. Dr. Stokes is the Director of Education at MegaFood.

Host Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dr. Aimée Shunney will be discussing natural support for diabetes and blood sugar levels. Aimée Shunney, ND, is a dynamic educator, radio show host, writer and dedicated naturopathic doctor on a mission to empower people to take charge of their health with integrative medicine. Dr. Shunney specializes in women’s health, functional endocrinology, family medicine, bio-identical hormone prescriptions and non-fasting cleansing and detoxification practices. Dr. Shunney is a member of the Nordic Naturals Advisory Board.or.

Host Dana Laake and her special guest Rebecca Snow will be discussing integrative nutrition. Rebecca Snow, MS, CNS, LDN, RH (AHG), is a practicing nutritionist and herbalist. Her passion for using foods and herbs to support health was sparked in 1998, leading her to study at the Dreamtime Center and later at the Tai Sophia Institute. In her practice, she has gained a wealth of clinical experience with complex health concerns. Rebecca has played an integral role in the launch of the Master of Science in Nutrition and Integrative Health program at Tai Sophia and currently serves as the program director.

Host Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dr. Natasha Turner will be discussing how nutrition habits influence our hormones. Dr. Natasha Turner, ND, is one of Canada’s leading naturopathic doctors and natural health consultants. Her main interests are hormonal issues, weight management, preventative health and digestive concerns. Dr. Turner is the best-selling author of The Homone Diet and The Supercharged Hormone Diet. She is a regular contributor to various magazines and television programs as a natural health expert.

Host Dana Laake and her special guest Caroline Adams Miller will be discussing positive psychology and goal setting. Caroline Adams Miller is an internationally known coach, author and speaker on the topic of goal accomplishment and its connection with happiness. Her book, Creating Your Best Life: The Ultimate Life List Guide, is the first to explain how the new science of positive psychology intersects with goal setting research to help people set and achieve life goals.

Host Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Dr. Steven Horwitz will be discussing proper nutrition for optimal sports performance and injury prevention. Steven Horwitz, DC, is a certified chiropractic sports physician, strength and conditioning specialist, and a coach for USA Weightlifting. He has worked with elite athletes, serving as the only chiropractor for the 1996 US Olympic team. He is particularly interested in reaching as many young athletes as possible.

Host Dana Laake and her special guest Dr. Norton Fishman will be discussing Lyme Disease: Myth and Facts. Dr. Norton Fishman, MD, FACP, CNS, is a renowned specialist in diagnosing and treating Lyme disease. He founded Optimal Health Physicians in 2001, having practiced internal medicine for over 35 years. He is dedicated to the best use of conventional medicine, alternative and natural choices, nutritional medicine and leading-edge technology. In addition to being board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine, he is a Certified Nutrition Specialist and holds a Diplomat in Anti-Aging/Longevity Medicine. Dr. Fishman is a recognized expert and speaker in the fields of integrative medicine, nutrition and anti-aging medicine.