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We have more trendy diet fads than ever in history, yet obesity rates continue to rise.For over two decades, I've featured every type of diet book out there... eating for your blood type or body type, counting calories, intermittent fasting. The list goes on and on. Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor We have more trendy diet fads than ever in history, yet obesity rates continue to rise. Dr. Michael Greger says "enough is enough." It's time for a different approach. His newest book is How Not to Diet, a weight loss guide that takes a timeless, proactive approach to achieving healthy and permanent weight loss. If you've grown tired of all these yo-yo diet trends, this episode is for you.

Learn why our brains are being manipulated, resulting in behaviors that leave us more lonely, anxious, depressed, distrustful, illness-prone, and overweight than ever before.It's become an epidemic... with 24/7 access to just about anything, we don't have a reason to ever stop moving. Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor From a scientific perspective, Dr. David Perlmutter and Dr. Austin Perlmutter (his son) explain that today's society is posing serious risks to our physical and mental states, our connections to others, and even to the world at large. In their new book, Brain Wash: Detox Your Mind for Clearer Thinking, Deeper Relationships, and Lasting Happiness, they explain how our brains are being manipulated, resulting in behaviors that leave us more lonely, anxious, depressed, distrustful, illness-prone, and overweight than ever before. Listen as the Drs. Perlmutter join Dr. Friedman to share the tools necessary to think more clearly, make better decisions, strengthen bonds with others, and develop healthier habits. Follow the Drs. Perlmutter on their social media at: @davidperlmutter @austinperlmd https://www.facebook.com/DavidPerlmutterMd

Over half of the U.S. population will struggle with a mental health issue at some point in their lives.Mental illness is at an all-time high. Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor Conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, addictions, PTSD, and ADHD are skyrocketing. Every 14 minutes somebody commits suicide in the United States. Every eight minutes someone dies of a drug overdose. And, according to a recent study, over half of the U.S. population will struggle with a mental health issue at some point in their lives. World renown brain expert, Dr. Daniel Amen, joins Dr. Friedman to discuss his new book, The End of Mental Illness. Dr. Amen shares why standard treatment isn't working and what you can do to successfully transform your mind so it's functioning at an optimal level.

Author and journalist Judy Foreman has done extensive research on exactly why exercise is so powerful for whole-body health and longevity.Exercise has been shown to help people lose weight, as well as lower the risk of many diseases, including obesity, type-2 diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure. Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor Exercise can also fight depression and even extend your life. Author and journalist Judy Foreman has done extensive research on exactly why exercise is so powerful for whole-body health and longevity. Judy joins Dr. Friedman to share insights from her new book, Exercise Is Medicine, including a fascinating look at the science of exercise’s effects on the body.

Dr. Steven Masley, author of The Mediterranean Method, joins Dr. Friedman to discuss how to lose weight, prevent disease, and extend your life.Over the years, Dr. Friedman has featured every diet... keto, vegan, plant-based, paleo, pescetarian, and the popular intermittent fasting diet. Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor But, there is one diet that consistently rises above them all -- in science-backed research, lifespan, and cardiac health. It's called the Mediterranean diet. Research suggests type-2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, and stroke could be avoided by adopting this way of eating. And, the highly-respected ranking authority U.S. News & World Report has ranked it as the number-one best diet. In this episode, Dr. Steven Masley, author of The Mediterranean Method, joins Dr. Friedman to discuss how to lose weight, prevent disease, and extend your life.

Bestselling author Jack Canfield has spent decades helping people go from where they are to where they want to be.Most people desire to live a healthier, happier, and prosperous life. Yet as the years go by, many of us end up at the same place. Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor A ship at sea won't develop barnacles, but a stagnant ship will. Has your life become stagnant, with mental barnacles? Jack Canfield has spent decades helping people go from where they are to where they want to be. If you want to increase your confidence, overcome obstacles, and live life with passion and purpose, you don't want to miss this episode. More About Jack Canfield Jack knows a thing or two about success and how to take life to the next level. He is the author and coauthor of more than 200 books that have been published in 51 languages around the word. He holds a Guinness World Record for having seven books on the New York Times bestseller list on the same day. He’s the founder of the Chicken Soup for the Soul book series, which has sold over a half a billion copies worldwide! He’s been inducted into the speakers hall of fame by the national speakers association. His empowering energy and unique coaching style has inspired millions of people to live their life at their highest vision. Success Magazine named him "One of the Most Influential Leaders in Personal Growth and Achievement.” Jack was a featured teacher in the hit film The Secret, helping people all over the world tap into the law of attraction. His list of television appearances include Larry King Live, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Today Show, Fox and Friends, and NBC Nightly News, just to name a few. Many people consider Jack Canfield’s national best-selling book The Success Principles as the best resource ever published for taking them from where they are to where they want to be.

Dr. Friedman visits with Chef AJ, who is at the forefront of plant-based nutrition.Over the years, Dr. Friedman has interviewed hundreds of experts on different types of diets, and how leading a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle can result in a happier, healthier existence. Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor Many individuals are finally able to attain their ideal weight following this type of plan. In this episode, Dr. Friedman visits with Chef AJ, who is at the forefront of plant-based nutrition. She offers culinary solutions for getting healthy and achieving permanent weight loss.

An unhappy gut may be the cause of many chronic diseases, like depression, obesity, autoimmune disease, autism, and even cancer.Over 2,000 years ago, Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, said "all disease begins in the gut." Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor Fast-forward to today, and science is proving this to be true. An unhappy gut may be the cause of many chronic diseases, like depression, obesity, autoimmune disease, autism, and even cancer. One of the world's leading pioneers in gut health, Dr. Vincent Pedre, joins Dr. Friedman to explain how to cleanse, heal, and rebuild your gut for optimal health.

Dean Ornish, MD, has directed revolutionary research proving lifestyle changes can often reverse the progression of many of the most common (and costly) chronic diseases.Cancer, diabetes, heart disease, weight gain, and even the aging process are all medical issues afflicting individuals around the world.  Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor Dean Ornish, MD, has directed revolutionary research proving, for the first time, that lifestyle changes can often reverse (undo) the progression of many of the most common--and costly--chronic diseases and even begin reversing aging at a cellular level. Thanks to the great success of Dr. Ornish's Lifestyle Medicine programs, Medicare and many insurance companies now cover the program for reversing chronic disease. The program has consistently achieved greater changes in lifestyle, better clinical outcomes, larger cost savings, and greater adherence than has ever been reported. Dr. Ornish joins Dr. Friedman to discuss his research, success stories, and the approach to lifestyle medicine, which includes: Eat well: a whole foods, plant-based diet naturally low in fat and sugar and high in flavor Move more: moderate exercise such as walking Stress less: including meditation and gentle yoga practices Love more: how love and intimacy transform loneliness into healing

Dr. Friedman answers listeners questions.On this episode of Ask The Doctor, Dr. Friedman answers more questions sent in by listeners. Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor He’ll share why kale may not be the superfood we’ve been lead to believe. Someone asks if it’s possible to plant apple seeds from the apples you get at grocery store to grow your own apple tree. Another listener wants to know if turmeric powder is healthy. His answer may surprise you! One listener asks for Dr. Friedman’s opinion on fish oil supplements. If you’re taking these, you may change your mind after you hear this revealing information. He shares the difference between carbonated water, club soda, seltzer water, and tonic water. And, he will tell you which one you should avoid!  This, and much more. You have questions and Dr. Friedman has answers. “Dear Dr. Friedman. I’m a long time listener and love your show! I’ve heard some of your guests say how healthy kale is, helping everything from cancer to extending life. But every time I add kale to a salad I just don’t feel good after. I get bloated and have a stomachache. Am I missing out by not eating kale. Is there a better way I should eat it?” -Sabrina, Salem Oregon “Will the seeds of an apple grow and or produce? what about how everybody saves avocado seeds to grow. Will they actually produce?” -Charlena, Huntington Beach “Dr Friedman. I hope you can help. I always gain weight over the holidays no matter what I do! It’s an annual cycle. I am diligent the rest of the year! Gain it and then work the next 3-6 months getting it off! WHY?!?!” -Ann, Frederick Maryland “A good friend of mine takes turmeric powder.  I’ve read about the many health benefits including Anti-Inflammatory, Natural painkiller, Antioxidant, the list goes on and on.  Can you shed any light on this product. Is it something I should take?” -Mark, Della Ratta “I have been experiencing brain fog. I forget things and seem to be living in a cloud. Is there anything I can eat that might improve my memory?” -Nancy, Michigan “What’s your opinion on fish oil supplements? I've heard pros and cons.” -Ronald, South Bend Indiana “Dear Dr Friedman, I love oatmeal but lately I’ve heard that oats are bad. What is your opinion on oatmeal?” -Brenda, Atlanta “Dr. Friedman, whats the difference between carbonated water, club soda, seltzer water, and tonic water?” -Randy, Seattle “What is your opinion on drinking super greens verses adding liquid chlorophyll to water? Which is more beneficial?” -Colleen, Wilmington North Carolina To submit your question for Dr. Friedman, you can send it to AskTheDoctor@ToYourGoodHealthRadio.com If he answers your question on the air, he’ll send you a signed copy of his International award-winning, #1 bestselling book, Food Sanity, How to Eat in a World of Fads and Fiction. And he’ll also include is best-selling audiobook, “America’s Unbalanced Diet.”

Bill Protzmann, an accomplished musician who has spent decades studying the healing power of music, shares how to use music functionally in everyday situations.Music is something most people enjoy but research shows it also has therapeutic and healing properties. Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor Music can help decrease chronic pain and lower depression. The right song can stimulate serotonin and dopamine levels, the body’s neurotransmitters that regulates emotional well-being. It can help lower heart rate, blood pressure, and reduce the stress hormone called cortisol. Joining Dr. Friedman is Bill Protzmann, an accomplished musician who has spent decades studying the healing power of music. Bill started piano lessons at three years old. He grew up playing and performing and realized very early on that the discipline of playing the piano was also a behavioral healthcare practice. After seeking non-traditional audiences, he began to understand the true healing power of music. This includes Alzheimer’s patients and people struggling with physical or emotional injuries, stressed-out business people, parents, and caregivers. In 2011, he launched Music Care Inc, a for-purpose corporation that teaches practical ways music can be used for self-care. His work has received an Award of Excellence by the National Council for Behavioral Health, the equivalent of an “Oscar.” He is a successful IT entrepreneur who holds magna cum laude degrees in piano performance and creative writing. He’s an Associate member of the American Music Therapy Association and a member of the Healing Music Organization. In this episode Dr. Friedman chats with Bill on how to use music functionally in everyday situations including: Improve performance at work Strengthen communication and relationship skills Take better care of ourselves mentally, emotionally and physically Combat depression Aid in helping those with cognitive decline (Alzheimer’s and dementia) Healing the mind, body and soul

The secret to attaining permanent weight loss isn't achieved by drinking fat-burning shakes or following the latest fad diet.Ninety-five percent of people who go on a diet will gain the weight back within a year. Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor The secret to attaining permanent weight loss isn't achieved by drinking fat-burning shakes or following the latest fad diet. Or, even counting calories. The word diet comes from the Greek word "dieta" which means way of living. Dr. Pat Luse has taken the word diet for its true meaning and created a 7-System Plan to achieving optimal health and attaining permanent weight loss. If you're tired of struggling with your weight and following yo-yo diet after yo-yo diet, tune in to learn how to change things around.

Dr. Friedman exposes hidden chemicals that may be sabotaging your weight loss goals and he shares what you can do about it.Are you having a hard time losing weight no matter what diet you try? Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor Research shows chemicals in food, the cookware used to prepare it, and even the containers we store our food in may be the cause of the growing obesity epidemic. Exposure to these chemicals has been shown to interfere with the way the body metabolizes fat, which can lead to weight gain, even if you eat a healthful diet and exercise regularly. In this episode of To Your Good Health Radio, Dr. Friedman exposes hidden chemicals that may be sabotaging your weight loss goals and he shares what you can do about it. You’ll learn: A common chemical used in plastics for food and drink storage that mimics estrogen and has been proven to increase fat cell growth! Dr. Friedman shares a secret grocery sore hack you can use to ensure the containers you buy are safe. The biggest issue facing our nation is the childhood obesity epidemic. Dr. Friedman shares why one out of every three kids in the U.S are overweight or obese! How to read food labels for “hidden ingredients” that are linked to weight gain. A chemical found in shower curtains linked to causing weight gain! It’s also been shown to cause cancer. The ingredient used to make cosmetics that can lead to extra fat to accumulating in your gut! It’s also been linked to causing autoimmune disease. The cookware you should avoid if you’re having a hard time losing weight. The hidden ingredients in animal foods that will increase belly fat. The hidden ingredients in plant-based foods linked to weight gain. The toxic ingredient used to make air freshener sprays. Dr. Friedman shares a healthier alternative. This and much more!

True beauty does not come from a product or a procedure, it comes from the inside out.Each year, women absorb pounds of toxins through cosmetics and beauty products. out. Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor These creams, lotions, and cleansers not only work against us -- dehydrating our skin, clogging our organs with harmful toxins, and disrupting our hormone balance -- they keep us bound to an “idea” of beauty, instead of helping us achieve the natural, radiant version of ourselves we long to set free. True beauty does not come from a product or a procedure, it comes from the inside out. Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor David Wolfe’s long-awaited, groundbreaking book, The Beauty Diet: Unlock the Five Secrets of Ageless Beauty from the Inside Out, reveals why a natural, toxin-free lifestyle is not only the best way to achieve lasting beauty, it is the only way. Under Wolfe’s guidance, we learn easy and effective dietary and lifestyle changes like implementing organic superfoods and superherbs, and detoxifying the liver, kidneys, lungs, and colon with special tonics and supplements. Simply put, nature’s most powerful foods are the beauty solution you have been waiting for. Listen as David joins Dr. Friedman to share insights from the book.

Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes as a child, celebrity chef Sam Talbot has devoted his career to creating healthy, all-natural recipes to help people live more and worry less.According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 100 million U.S. adults are now living with diabetes or prediabetes. Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor What you eat and the food you avoid can play a profound role in controlling your blood sugar, managing your weight and reducing risk factors like heart disease. On this episode of To Your Good Health Radio, celebrity chef Sam Talbot joins Dr. Friedman. Order Carnivora: Nature’s Nutritional Powerhouse -sponsor Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes as a child, he’s devoted his career to creating healthy, all-natural recipes to help people live more and worry less. More About Sam Sam received a degree in Culinary Arts from Johnson & Wales University. He went on to open several restaurants, and compete on season two of Top Chef, where he became a  “Fan Favorite.” He’s appeared on many TV shows including Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, The Dr. Oz Show, The Today Show, Rachel Ray and The Real Housewives of New York City. At the age of 12 he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and now serves as a role model to adults and children by applying his “all-natural” style of cooking to every recipe. He’s the author of 100% Real and The Sweet Life: Diabetes without Boundaries.