The Wellness Connection exists to transform lives - by giving hope, igniting health, and shaping a brighter future. We all constantly hear that our healthcare system is broken, that community health is failing, that people are hurting - But it doesn't have to be that way: hope is not lost, people deserve better, and we're here to connect you with a path to optimal health.
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It S Time To Transform Our Health System Podcasts
Step into a world of soulful conversations and profound self-discovery with the Moon Collective Sanctuary, hosted by Lydia Luna, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist and founder of The Moon Collective Sanctuary wellness company. With each conversation, Lydia guides you to a space where time-honored wisdom and modern science converge, helping you gain clarity, insight, and balance amidst the demands of everyday life.From unravelling the mysteries of the psyche to exploring powerful healing modalities ...
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Metabolic Health — The Real Fountain of Youth
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28:19Discover why metabolic health might be the real fountain of youth. In this episode of The Wellness Connection Show, Dr. Bryan Joseph and Dr. Jason Hamed reveal how your metabolism impacts energy, weight, hormones, and aging—and what you can do to keep it thriving. Learn the truth about fasting, cortisol, protein, and blood sugar balance, plus simpl…
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Healing the Inner Child & Breaking Generational Cycles w/ Briana Damavandi, LCSW
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40:21Healing starts when we stop running from the parts of ourselves that hurt the most. In this episode of The Moon Collective Sanctuary Podcast, Dr. Lydia Luna, Ph.D., sits down with Briana Damavandi, LCSW, a certified EMDR psychotherapist specializing in complex trauma and somatic work, to explore the connection between inner child healing and genera…
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Struggling with low energy, poor sleep, or brain fog? In this episode of The Wellness Connection Show, Dr. Bryan Joseph and Dr. Jason Hamed break down how hormones and sleep work together to fuel recovery, boost metabolism, and slow aging. Learn how imbalances in testosterone, cortisol, thyroid, and insulin impact your energy—and the simple daily h…
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Understanding Internal Family Systems (IFS) with Lauren Boasberg, LMFT
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44:12In this episode of The Moon Collective Sanctuary podcast, Dr. Lydia Luna, PhD, welcomes Lauren Boasberg, an LMFT and EMDR therapist who specializes in Internal Family Systems therapy. Lauren shares her personal journey, including how her grandfather's Holocaust stories impacted her childhood and eventually led her to become a therapist. She explain…
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In this episode of The Wellness Connection Show, Dr. Bryan Joseph and Dr. Jason Hamed sit down with Dr. Olivia Joseph to uncover how gut health drives energy, inflammation, and longevity. They break down the truth about digestion, reflux, IBS, and leaky gut—and how environmental toxins like glyphosate and atrazine disrupt your microbiome. You'll le…
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Voices of the Undocumented: Resilience, Allyship, and Action w/ Sharet Garcia
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56:14Fear, uncertainty, and resilience define the lives of millions living undocumented in the U.S. In this powerful episode of The Moon Collective Sanctuary Podcast, Dr. Lydia Luna, Ph.D., sits down with Sharet Garcia, founder of UndocuProfessionals, a national community created for and by undocumented individuals across career fields. Together, they: …
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Longevity Part 2: High-Tech Therapies — Breakthroughs or Just Buzz?
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26:49In this episode of The Wellness Connection Show, Dr. Bryan Joseph and Dr. Jason Hamed explore the buzz around high-tech longevity therapies—from shockwave therapy and medical lasers to peptides and IV nutrient drips. Learn how these cutting-edge tools work, where they can help with healing, recovery, and performance, and why the foundations of heal…
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Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy: Transforming Mental Health w/ Dr. Marc Smith
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46:23Feeling stuck, weighed down by depression, or exhausted by treatments that just don’t work? In this powerful episode of The Moon Collective Sanctuary Podcast, Dr. Lydia Luna, Ph.D., sits down with board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Mark Smith, M.D., founder of Clear Ketamine + Psychiatry, to explore the transformative potential of Ketamine-Assisted P…
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The Longevity Revolution: Hype vs. Real Science
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31:11The Wellness Connection Show is back! Dr. Bryan Joseph and Dr. Jason Hamed return to the mic to cut through today's biohacking buzz to share what actually helps you feel better and live longer. From cold plunges and saunas to breathwork and red light therapy, they explain real benefits, common pitfalls, and simple, at-home ways to start—without ski…
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Season 2 Premiere | Saying YES: Reflections, Authenticity, and Resilience
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24:19We’re back! Welcome to Season 2 of the Moon Collective Sanctuary Podcast with Lydia Luna, Ph.D., licensed clinical psychologist and founder of the Moon Collective Sanctuary. In this special solo premiere, Dr. Luna opens up with raw honesty about turning 45, navigating a “mini midlife crisis,” and uncovering powerful intentions for the year ahead. H…
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Astrology as a Tool for Self-Discovery and Healing with Kathryn Diaz, LMFT
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44:00In this episode of The Moon Collective Sanctuary, host Dr. Lydia Luna, PhD, welcomes holistic psychotherapist and astrologer Kathryn Diaz, LMFT and Holistic Psychotherapist, who shares her 12-year journey with astrology and how personal crises led her to this ancient system as a tool for self-awareness. Kathryn explains key astrological concepts li…
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Soul Transitions and Sacred Endings with Death Doula Mary Telliano
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49:43In this episode of Moon Collective Sanctuary, host Lydia Luna, PhD welcomes Mary Telliano, an end-of-life and soul doula who creates space for spiritual connection during life's final chapter. Mary shares insightful stories from her work, including how a jolly nut businessman from Tennessee found 5-MeO-DMT more effective than morphine for his liver…
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Ancient Wisdom in Modern Times with Tanya E. Orellana
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52:38Join Dr. Lydia Luna and spiritual guide Tanya E. Orellana (Madre Jaguar) as they explore how ancestral wisdom can help us navigate today's environmental challenges and spiritual disconnection. As a clairvoyant oracle, birth doula, and healing practitioner, Orellana shares compelling insights about bridging the physical and spiritual worlds, illumin…
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The Soul's Journey: Healing Through Metaphysical Psychology
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1:16:48Host Lydia Luna, PhD, welcomes Odette Dahi, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Hypnotherapist, is a pioneering psychotherapist combining traditional psychotherapy with spiritual healing approaches. With over 20 years of experience in mental health and holistic healing, Odette shares powerful insights on bridging clinical therapy…
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Men, Mindfulness & Mental Health: Breaking the Silence
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1:06:05Clinical psychologist Lydia Luna, PhD, and mindfulness expert Brian Shiers, LMFT, dive into the hidden crisis of men's mental health, exploring why men often suffer in silence. He has studied both traditional and secular mindfulness systems under some of the most renowned teachers on the West coast since 1993, acquiring over 20,000 hours of meditat…
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Trauma Through the Holistic Lense with Briana Perlson, LCSW
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37:28This week we explore the world of trauma healing with Dr. Lydia Luna, PhD and special guest Briana Perlson, LCSW, as they delve deep into understanding trauma through a revolutionary holistic lens. Perlson, an EMDR specialist and Reiki master, shares how her personal healing journey led her to discover that traditional talk therapy alone wasn't eno…
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A Road of Resilience with Dr. Maryam Vosogh, PsyD, BCBA-D
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54:26In this first ever episode of The Moon Collective Sanctuary podcast, we dive in head first. Dr. Maryam Vosogh, PsyD, a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst with a Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology, and founder of Connecting Dot by Dot, has been working in the field of Autism for the last 17 years and is here to share her story. We get into how …
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Step into a world of soulful conversations and profound self-discovery with the Moon Collective Sanctuary, hosted by Lydia Luna, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist and founder of The Moon Collective Sanctuary wellness company. With each conversation, Lydia guides you to a space where time-honored wisdom and modern science converge, helping you gain clari…
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A Smarter Way to Exercise With an Eye on Longevity [E069]
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20:31After 'blowing out' his elbow this year, Dr. Jason shares his insights in the last six months about how he has become wiser about what his body needs - especially with exercise. He reflects on the purpose of exercise. For him, it's related to longevity. Anybody over the age of 30 can relate with the body breaking down and not being able to do the s…
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Developing Creativity Strategies for Healing with Increased Right Brain Activity [E068]
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24:06Right Brain vs. Left Brain! Join us in this episode to learn how to develop creativity strategies that access your right brain and start a healing process through creativity. Dr. Anthony shares an approach he has used with patients throughout the years to help with the healing process. To find out more, please visit https://thewellnessconnection.co…
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How The "Dad Bod Detox" Can Transform Your Life [E067]
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23:09In this episode, Dr. Bryan Joseph invites his close friend Cloice Lybarger to share his journey of how he shifted from a life spiraling into poor health lacking wellness in all domains to one of high energy and finding passion and commitment. Learn what his breakthrough moment was that finally made him take the plunge to health and the results he's…
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Don't Believe All the Research Studies That Are Out There
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19:57We have many questions around research studies. Discover how to do your own research and get the facts you are looking for - without feeling manipulated. We often hear the question, "Was that researched... was that supplement researched.... what company researched that procedure..." With Dr. Jason's undergrad including actualized science and bioche…
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Functional Medicine: New Health Solutions to Old Health Problems
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26:32A chance to learn more about functional medicine. Dr. Josh Shields of Integrative Wellness Center in Michigan, a long time friend joins host, Dr. Bryan Joseph. Dr. Shields is recognized as an industry leader for pioneering and developing natural programs geared toward helping people reverse chronic diseases and helping people get healthy - the natu…
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We are one body - we are connected. With so much confusion and disarray in our current world, our culture and the world right now sees every person as different and separate. When did we become judgmental? We wanted to bring an episode full of truth and love. To connect to us and read more, please visit https://thewellnessconnection.com/e64…
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Discover Why You May Have Trouble Moving Or Bending [E063]
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18:37Having trouble moving or bending? Dr. Jason Hamed, leading expert on lower back challenges, reveals commons reasons you may be experiencing lower back pain, disc bulges or stenosis. In this episode, you will also capture ways you can start to relax and move more easily and increase healing into the lower back. To learn more, please visit us at http…
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Turning your Personal Pain into Purpose - A Better Way [E062]
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19:02Dr. Bryan Joseph interviews Dr. Tabor Smith about his documentary, "A Better Way Film" - a movie that could save your life! You shouldn't have to worry about being prescribed medicines that simply cover up one illness while creating a new one. Yet, Big Pharma has been able to continue to mislead the government and the public, and keep you sick! It …
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How Chiropractic Can Support Your Immune System [E061]
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22:00In this episode, we are answering the most commonly asked question... What do you do to keep your body and mind healthy! The answer is simple. Discover why chiropractic adjustments are a vital part to support your immune system. To find out more please visit us http://thewellnessconnection.com/e61
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Why Functional Medicine can help you Get Well and Stay Well [E060]
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23:31There has been an emerging trend we want to discuss with you in this episode: The practice of Functional Medicine. Dr. Olivia Joseph joins me to understand what Functional Medicine is, why it's different from a traditional doctor, and why it may be important to your overall health! Let's get to the root cause of your health concerns. To learn more,…
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How to Understand your Thyroid Dysfunction and Hashimoto's Disease [E59]
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25:43Tune in to our latest episode all about Thyroid! Hashimoto's, autoimmune diseases and thyroid dysfunction are all in harmony with multiple systems of the body. Discover why you may be taking medications and not feeling better or you may feel like you have a thyroid condition and your doctor says you numbers are within 'normal range'. To learn more …
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How to Give Your Immune System Support During Volatile Times [E058]
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20:42Continuing in our series on coronavirus, this episode is designed around how to give your immune system support by building, boosting AND protecting it. We've had an influx of questions surrounding this topic and wanted to provide you with ways to keep your body healthy during these volatile times! To learn more, please visit us at http://thewellne…
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Slowing the Spread of Coronavirus from my Kid's Perspective [E57]
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15:01"I wish we could go back to 1 year ago...when it was good" Check out Dr. Bryan Joseph interviewing his 9-year-old son, Jude, as we continue our series related to coronavirus and how you can stay healthy! To listen and learn more, please visit http://thewellnessconnection.com/e57
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What in the World is the Human Coronavirus? [E56]
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21:44With coronavirus among us, we take this topic head-on! We have heard so many comments about how this is no different from any other virus. Dr. Olivia Joseph shares her expertise, opinion, and research on the current coronavirus and its potential origins. To find out more, please visit us at http://thewellnessconnection.com/e56…
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Keeping Healthy and Happy Relationships at Home: The Coffee Break [e55]
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20:02Join us to explore an approach to having happy relationships at home with this stress management strategy. It can help set you up for success in your life. Dr. Bryan Joseph interviews Dr. Stephen Fransen with his 'coffee break' strategy to reveal how he balances his work/personal life and still keeps the spark alive! To find out more and read a tra…
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Increasing Flexibility And Mobility in your Everyday Routine
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20:16Flexibility and mobility are the topics of this episode. This important conversation is with Dr. Michael Saint and Dr. Jason, both of The Wellness Connection. They are leading experts in all things mobility and flexibility. The aging process can cause rigidity in a lot of ways. Increasing and maintaining flexibility along with mobility during your …
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Understanding Poop and Why It's the Window to Your Overall Health [53]
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23:33In this episode, Dr. Bryan Joseph interviews Dr. Anthony Pasek on why understanding poop and its importance can help you live a happier healthier life! If you are one of those people who are currently experiencing digestive issues or gut concerns, listen up, because we are speaking directly to you. The value of learning what to ask your doctor when…
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How being Aligned for Life Leads to Balance and Wellness [E052]
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25:28Leading Doctor in the Chiropractic field, Dr. Joe Esposito shares his personal story about his journey into the health and wellness field. Being aligned for life starts with getting down to the root cause of any issue and tackling the imbalances in your body. After successfully opening AlignLife Chiropractic and Natural Health, Dr. Joe has traveled…
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Transform your Brain Power and Illuminate your Life [E51]
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27:12Dr. Issac Jones, the Health and Wellness Consultant for Entrepreneurs, shares how he went from being diagnosed with ADHD along with dyslexia with failing grades to achieving consecutive months on the Dean's List, dropping his medications and shaping a brighter future for himself. Dr. Bryan Joseph interviews Dr. Issac Jones on how to transform your …
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Throughout Life Wellness is a Journey - From Birth to Death {E050]
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21:53Health starts from birth to death. it's not a phase of life you experience or a diet that you go on. It's a journey from day one until the end. Dr. Whitney Hamed, pediatric and prenatal specialist, shares the importance of why health starts in the womb and can set the tone for the rest of the baby's life - all the seasons throughout life. In this e…
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Understanding Types of Food: How to Gain A Nutritional Perspective [E49]
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25:13Dr. Bryan Joseph induces the newest member to The Wellness Connection, Kristy Shaughnessy. She shares how her personal struggle with health and weight loss struggles helped to shape her future decision to become a certified clinical nutritionist. Kristy shares how her real-life experiences can help benefit the patients that sit across the desk from…
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What Helps Joints: How to Go from Pain to Gain [E048]
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20:54Wear and tear on the body happens whether we like it or not. We may begin to develop arthritis. We feel like the aging process has been sped up and we begin to slow down. This can be extremely frustrating. We cannot do some of the activities we used to! We begin to ask what helps joints. Dr. Bryan Joseph shares his personal story on how extreme pai…
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Developing Inspiring Habits in All Dimensions of Life [E47]
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27:08Often times we focus on the physical and chemical stressors we face but neglect a vital aspect of health. In this episode, we want to make sure you have the tools to decrease emotional stress and create a full set of inspiring habits that address all dimensions of life so you live a healthy well rounded, balanced fulfilled life. To find out more, p…
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How to Cleanse your Body and Increase your Vitality [E46]
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26:07Poisons and toxins have always been around and our bodies know how to deal with them. However, these toxins are starting to take over and ultimately making it harder for your body to detox them. In this episode, Dr. Bryan and Dr. Olivia Joseph will show you why and how you can cleanse your body to rid toxins from your system. To find out more, plea…
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What is the difference between ADD and ADHD? [E045]
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23:14Ever wonder the difference in ADD and ADHD - especially when it comes to children vs. Adults? Why do some people get 'it' and some people don't? In this episode, we will dive deep into the difference between these two 'labels' and what it looks like from a holistic and natural perspective. To find out more, please visit http://thewellnessconnection…
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Why The Top 10 Health Concerns all have a Common Trend [E44]
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22:22With health conditions and trends changing every day, it is hard to determine what really works and what does not! After practicing for 16 years, Dr. Bryan Joseph and Dr. Jason Hamed tackle the top 10 health conditions and the common trends they see. In this episode, they want to give you an opportunity to shift your thinking and stay on the cuttin…
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How to decrease allergies and increase your immune response [E43]
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24:09In this episode, you will get a few tips on how you can immediately start to boost your immune system and decrease your symptoms. Rather than move to a different state to 'getaway form allergies', discover how you can reduce your response to allergens naturally. You are never going to fully get away from allergens - they are everywhere - inside you…
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Why You Should Be Using A Magnesium Supplement [E042]
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20:48If you were stuck on an island and there was only one supplement you could take with you, what would it be? For Dr. Olivia Joseph its Magnesium! In this episode, we discuss why magnesium is the most under-discussed but is the most important supplement to take. Also, understanding why a multi vitamin with magnesium may not be enough and how to learn…
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Top 10 Myths to Break about Your Health [E041]
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14:53Dr. Bryan shares the top 10 myths he has heard from patients over the years that kept them from getting well and staying well. Breaking down and tackling those myths one by one is the only way to start improving your quality of life! To find out more, please visit http://thewellnessconnection.com/e41…
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Top Weight Loss Solutions Made For Anyone [E040]
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24:49Losing weight can be hard and often discouraging... especially when you are trying to decide between about a million different options and tactics out there! If you are doing good things but not losing weight, there is a reason why. In this episode, we are going to share with you the most common ways that will help you not only lose weight but keep…
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How to Choose The Best Probiotic For You [E39]
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29:26In today's society, we hear more and more about gut health. This episode is all about how to choose the correct probiotic for you. Even if you are not currently feeling symptoms, your gut flora can still be affected by things you didn't even know you were doing. Discover the do's and don'ts when it comes to gut health probiotics to start getting yo…
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Spinal Decompression: How to Decrease your Back Pain [E038]
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29:03Discover the latest biohacks to decreasing neck and back pain! In today's episode, we are going to discuss the most common causes of back and neck pain that you may not even be aware of. Dr. Jason Hamed and Dr. Bryan Joseph introduce the concept of non-surgical spinal decompression and how that has helped thousands of patients get well and stay wel…
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