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In this episode, Dr. Chris meets up with Mike Collins to tackle the topic of addiction, especially sugar. They discuss how sugar acts to disrupt pathways in the brain just like a hardcore drug, as well as some of the best approaches to help you overcome your addiction.  Listen up to learn some easy tips to overcome the sugar addiction in those first couple weeks of craving withdrawals. Michael believes sugar addiction is very real and not to be taken lightly. As a person in long-term recovery from substance use disorder for over thirty-five years, he took a very keen interest in what sugar was doing to him and his friends in early recovery. After much research and experimentation - he quit sugar with the help of amazing mentors. He then raised two children sugar-free from the womb to six years old and as they grew he rewrote the rules for sugar and kids in childhood. He takes very seriously his stewardship of SugarAddiction.com and aims to provide information and community for anyone wanting to curb or quit s

In this episode, Dr. Chris and Breathe Work innovator Josh Trent, discuss the in and outs of breathing towards a calmer mind, healthier body, and happier spirit. They walk you through some basic box and warrior breathing that will help you instantly start feeling more at peace. Josh Trent is the Founder of Wellness Force Media and host of the Wellness Force Podcast. Josh has spent the past 18 years as a trainer, researcher, and facilitator discovering the physical and emotional intelligence for humans to thrive in our modern world. The Wellness Force Mission  is to help humans heal mental, emotional and physical health through podcasts, programs, and a global community that believe in optimizing our potential to live life well. Josh's life is dedicated to supporting humanity coming together as one. After publishing over 400 high-level interviews with some of the most respected minds in the health, wellness, and self-help industries, Josh has been spotlighted in major wellness media outlets such as Onnit, Spar

In today's episode Dr. Chris sits down with world-renowned speaker, author, and guru Udo Erasmus to get a better understanding of finding peace in the chaotic times we live in today. Udo talks about finding inner peace and how we have everything we need to come to peace and not be torn apart by outside forces (AKA stress!) The legendary Udo Erasmus is the founder of Udo’s Choice - found in Whole Foods and other health food stores worldwide. He invented the machinery for making oils, enzymes, probiotics and more. Udo first pioneered FlaxSeed Oil and the Healthy Fats industry.. Udo is an acclaimed author, speaker and expert on TOTAL SEXY HEALTH. He has an 8 step process that takes into consideration all of the elements of whole health that includes our mental health, presence and awareness, our life energy and being in harmony with nature and humanity. He has given 5,000+ live presentations on nutrition and health, 3,000+ media interviews, 1,500 staff trainings and traveled to 30+ countries with his message on

In today's episode Dr. Chris and holistic mind and body business coach Pischy Izady discuss how success in business is tied to the mind and body just as much as any other area of focus. Learn how Pischy's life story of survival during wartime in Iran has helped shape her into who she is today. Pischy is a trilingual, holistic Mind+Body Coach who helps CEOs, business owners and high achievers maximize sustainable health and success, both in business and personal life. She is also the founder of DARE2LiVE COACH LLC, based in Los Angeles. Pischy has degrees in Psychology, Personal Training, Yoga & Nutrition.  Pischy was born and raised as an only child in a dysfunctional family in Tehran. Her childhood was a series of consecutive horror events. A life, where homework was done in candlelight and taking a shower limited to certain days. Milk was a luxury, banana black market, listening to music forbidden and talking to boys a crime. This was followed by an even more destructive youth. She was constantly humili

In today's episode Dr. Chris interviews the Health Hero, AKA Tim James, on how to best create a chemical-free body through daily habits and explains that by using these core foundations he was able to not only get his health back but was able to see his best friend become cancer-free through using these principles. Tim is one of those guys that will leave you feeling younger and more energetic just by hearing him speak. His passion flows out of him like a fresh waterfall in a dry desert. He’s turning 48 but feels like he’s 18 (with more energy!) What’s his secret? After suffering from multiple health issues, including rectal bleeding, two separate skin issues, chronic acid indigestion and surgery to remove one of his organs due to serious digestive issues, Tim knew something had to change. But it was only after watching his closest ones die of cancer and the untimely death of his younger brother that he finally decided to take action. Tim’s journey led him to a shocking discovery which helped his friend beat

In this episode Dr. Chris interviews best selling author and nutritional practitioner Jodi Cohen as they dive into brain healing and the amazing benefits of essential oils. Jodi shares her heart wrenching story of losing her 12 year old son in 2018 and what she did to help her mind, body and spirit heal. Jodi is the founder of Vibrant Blue Oils, where she has combined her training in nutritional therapy and aromatherapy to create unique proprietary blends of organic and wild-crafted essential oils. Her upcoming book is called: ESSENTIAL OILS TO HEAL THE BRAIN AND BOOST THE BODY: 5 Steps to Calm Anxiety, Sleep Better, Reduce Inflammation, and Regain Control of Health. Jodi’s experience with essential oils is highly personal.  After losing her 12-year-old son in a car accident in August of 2018, oils were the only thing that gave her the strength and ability to sleep, function, heal and thrive onward. Now she dedicates her expertise to help others do the same, and today Vibrant Blue Oils and Jodi’s guidance dra

Dr. Chris and Melissa Buchan discuss how to chart your cycle and why it is such a basic but vital aspect of having optimal woman's health. Whether you are trying to track your cycle for natural birth control, trying to conceive, or just trying to optimize your health, you are going to want to listen to this episode! Melissa Buchan believes that a well-charted menstrual cycle is a powerful daily empowerment practice. Fifteen years in the Fertility Awareness arena, her passion for coaching and advocating for women and couples paved the path to her new program Chart Your Cycle, and online coaching platform empowering women around the world to know their bodies, confidently practice natural birth control, navigate infertility, and advocate for their own restorative reproductive healthcare. The first Neo Fertility Advisor in the United States and a Duke trained Integrative Health Coach,  Melissa uses a coaching framework to help women create a well-charted cycle that serves as a diagnostic tool to investigate the

In this episode, Dr. Chris sits down with health experts Evan Demarco (supplement formulator and author) and Janna Breslin (Fitness model and personal trainer) about what it means to be a "Complete Human". They discuss how this goes above and beyond just fitness and nutrition and how it really starts with the emotional and spiritual side pillars of our health. They also dive into the 4 pillars of their health model and some easy tips on how to level up your lifestyle immediately. Evan DeMarco is a leading sports medicine and nutrition expert, published author, and public speaker. Leveraging his sports background, his entrepreneurial success, and his thirst for knowledge. He developed a vastly improved formula for prenatal supplements delivered in liquid form when he learned he would become a father. He has since worked to develop numerous ingredient technologies to improve brain function in infants, children and adults. His patented Alpha & Omega is used in more than 25% of prenatal vitamins worldwide. L

In this episode, fitness nutrition coach Dave Sherwin discusses 7 easy principles that will help you not only shed the pounds but help you become a healthier version of yourself. He discusses the Dirobi Undiet, and even give you an opportunity to start a weight loss challenge!  Dave Sherwin, PN1, is a certified fitness nutrition coach, entrepreneur, podcaster, and practitioner of mindfulness and meditation.  Over his 11 years in the health and wellness space Dave has developed the Dirobi UnDiet, the top seven easy to follow health practices that will help people lose weight easily while eating normal foods and without difficult calorie counting or elimination of normal foods such as carbs or fats. He has used hard work, nutrition, supplementation, and science to obtain a high level of fitness in his own life. At the age of 47, he qualified for and competed in the triathlon Olympic Distance National Championships in Vermont, and finished in the top 25% of all competitors. He completed a Spartan Beast in four h

In this episode, Dr. Chris interviews holistic health coach & SOMA Breathwork Instructor Jen Broyles to learn how breathing can drastically change the direction our health is headed.  In listening to this podcast you'll learn the RIGHT and the WRONG way to breathe, as well as learning how to use your breath to enhance your mental health, and distress your mind, body and soul.   Jen Broyles is a Holistic Health Coach, SOMA Breathwork Instructor, Essential Oils Coach, and founder of the Sacred Breath Community who helps individuals restore and optimize their health by calming the nervous system and addressing the root cause of their symptoms. Jen focuses on the impact of chronic stress, gut health, and emotional imprints that may keep someone stuck in their current condition. She recognizes that an over-stimulated nervous system, compromised digestion, and suppressed emotions lead to imbalances throughout the mind, body, and spirit. She combines breathwork, essential oils, nutrition, and other holistic mod

Today, Dr. Chris interviews the founder and CEO of Clovis, a health and wellness brand, focused on helping people get out the sick-care model through nutrition and especially through SUPER foods. Justin discusses his transition from being a famous professional musician to his journey to help his newborn niece who was having HUNDREDS of seizures a day. Justin Nault is the Founder and CEO of Clovis, a health & wellness brand dedicated to building communities of like-minded individuals, building a healthy life together. As a Certified Nutritional Therapist and Health Coach, Justin has helped transform the lives of over 2,200 people in just the first 2 years since founding Clovis. He hosts The Clovis Culture Podcast and invented the popular line of superfood powders, "The Perfect Paleo Powder.”    Like many before him in the health & wellness industry, Justin didn’t choose nutrition. Nutrition chose Justin. Tragic events in Justin’s family life led to an unwavering desire to fight the injustice of the sic

In this episode, Dr. Chris interviews Shawn Needham, a pharmacist with a different twist medicine than your average pharmacist.  Shawn discusses what to look out for when looking to get off your medications, what these medications do to you long term, and how the VAST MAJORITY of medications shouldn't be taken for more than 6 months...MAX! They also dive into hormone and digestion myths around medications. Shawn also discusses how he emphasizes nutrition and other holistic approaches before ever looking at a medication. Shawn and his wife Janet, (also a pharmacist) own Moses Lake Professional Pharmacy, Shawn is a Clinical Assistant Professor for University of Washington School of Pharmacy, and teaches the Advanced Compounding Course. He has spoken on topics across the nation from hormone replacement, innovative pain therapies, and marketing a pharmacy. Shawn is the author of Sickened:  How the Government Ruined Healthcare and How to Fix it. He is also the host of the ever growing podcast "Health Solutions wit

Dr. Chris and Dr. Cotey team up on this episode to help you understand that there are two causes of migraines, and what can be done to not just get relief, but to get a fix! Dr. Cotey is the creator of the migraine challenge and has helped thousands of people kick their migraines to the curve.    Dr. Cotey Jordan is an Air Force officer, doctor and father and husband. Along with his wife he has been helping people from a holistic standpoint for the better part of 10 years.  Dr. Cotey struggled with migraines himself for years until the age of 21 when he was helped by a chiropractor.  This lead him to develop the Migraine Challenge  which has helped thousands of patients get free of their migraines, and gain freedom in their lives. Dr. Jordan's efforts have been seen on numerous TV programs.     https://www.pghmigraine.com/ https://www.facebook.com/pghmigrainechallenge   This is the show where disease takes and dive and people come to thrive! Dr. Chris has been helping people transform their health for over a

In this episode Dr. Chris and guest Shawn Wells (dubbed the World's Greatest Formulator), talk about some of the ways you can biohack your health to the next level of health and vitality. With Shawn's massive experience in recovery and longevity based nutrition, he brings a lot to think about in this episode. The good news is he gives a starting place to get your journey started. Shawn Wells MPH, LDN, RD, CISSN, FISSN is the world’s leading nutritional biochemist and expert on Health Optimization. He has formulated over 500 supplements, food, beverages, and cosmeceuticals and patented 10 novel ingredients and is now known as the Ingredientologist - the scientist of ingredients. Formerly a Chief Clinical Dietitian with over a decade of clinical experience, he has counseled thousands of people on natural health solutions such as keto, paleo, fasting, and supplements. He has also personally overcome various health issues including Epstein-Barr Virus, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, depression, insomnia,

In this episode, Dr. Chris interviews infertility expert Dr. Jacque Moser where they discuss what some of the underlying causes of infertility are, what steps should be taken, and what to look out for.  Dr. Jacque even discusses his family's struggle with getting pregnant and their story in not just having one but two babies! My name is Dr. Jacque Moser, I am a Chiropractor and Functional Medicine Practitioner stationed out of my office in Pittsburgh Pa. I specialize in full body diagnostic testing from Blood to Stool to get to the Root cause of Dis-Ease in the body.  I work with patients with issues from Basic Gut Distress all the way to Infertility.  Through my unique approach to the subject, I am able to get results, even when most systems have already failed.  My passion has come from always wanting to optimize the body’s natural potential.  I played Collegiate Football and have competed in several bodybuilding and Men’s Physique Competitions and am well versed with the ups and downs I have had with my ow

In this episode, Dr. Chris interviews Biohacking expert David Tomen about his research on nootropics and how they are a game-changer for those with cognitive issues from Alzheimer's disease to focus or brain fog. This is a much needed listen if you are looking to optimize your brain health and is packed with A LOT of resources. David Tomen’s journey  with nootropic supplements began when he was diagnosed with Adult ADD. After years of buying self-help books, being passed over for promotions, and even suffering depression over his inability to focus ,Ritalin helped turn his life and career around. But a few short years later found David in the ER with a laundry list of symptoms. Neurologists tested him for early onset Alzheimer's which came back negative. Not only was David struggling with focus again but now he was suffering from complete memory loss, chronic fatigue, depression, and his business and marriage were in deep trouble. Fighting for his life, David again turned to nootropic supplements. With a meth

In this episode, Dr. Nima and Dr. Chris discuss how freedom in our own subconscious isn't always in our control, and how experiences and subconscious absorption of our experiences and environment as an infant and child shapes who we are and what we hold on to in the subconscious.  This conversation will help you understand the process of letting go, and how to become your true authentic self, which will help you find the freedom you are looking for. Dr. Nima Rahmany, DC, CCWP is both a Chiropractor and an educator, specializing in helping individuals and professionals get to the ROOT CAUSE of their physical and emotional challenges, from stressed, depressed, and anxious to living Powerfully Aligned and on Purpose. After building a successful Chiropractic practice in Maple Ridge, BC, Dr. Nima sold his clinic in June 2016 to pursue his passion for teaching and coaching professionals who are stressed, depressed, and anxious to transform and have their best year ever— in both a private and corporate setting. http

In today's episode, Dr. Chris talks about not focusing on our failures, but looking at our wins and moving forward to new highs and accomplishments in our future.  He will give you some easy steps to help you move forward in hitting your goals and setting yourself up for success.  This is the show where disease takes and dive and people come to thrive! Dr. Chris has been helping people transform their health for over a decade. He is a world-renowned health expert who specializes in holistic health. He is a professional speaker, chiropractor, functional medicine specialist, and international best-selling author. It’s his mission to help you, reach your full God-given potential through holistic health, and healing. For other free resources mentioned today go to: TheDrChris.com Dr. Chris’s Book FB@DoctorChrisMurphy Dr. Chris’s Youtube Channel

Listen up LADIES and gentlemen.  Dr. Mindy and Dr. Chris discuss ketobiotic approaches and fasting to help reset your hormones.  They discuss the does and don'ts of Ketobolic Diets and fasting and how to really utilize this diet to reset your hormones and your overall health! Dr. Mindy Pelz, DC, is crazy passionate about helping families stay healthy. For the past 22 years, she has been in the health trenches with busy, overscheduled families. She has built one of the largest holistic health clinics in Silicon Valley with patients coming to her from all over the world for her customized ketobiotic, fasting, detox, and nutritional approaches. Her focus is to give families simple, science-based effective health tools that have all members of the family thriving. Her bestselling book, The Reset Factor, was released in 2015, giving people all over the world access to a clear step-by-step path to creating a healthy, vibrant, energy-filled life free from disease and suffering. The launch of her book ignited a “Rese

Is this possible? Well, it is if you're not aware of some of the major offenders! It's not just about what you put in your body, but what you put on your body. In this episode, Dr. Chris teaches you how you can ensure that your laundry isn't slowly killing you.  He will discuss why the harmful chemicals are a concern and how you can avoid those by either buying laundry products with an "A" rating from EWG.org or making your own at home! This is the show where disease takes a dive and people come to thrive! Dr. Chris has been helping people transform their health for over a decade. He is a world-renowned health expert who specializes in holistic health.  He is a professional speaker, chiropractor, functional medicine specialist, and international best-selling author.  It’s his mission to help you, reach your full God-given potential through holistic health, and healing. For other free resources mentioned today go to: TheDrChris.com Dr. Chris’s Book FB@DoctorChrisMurphy Dr. Chris’s Youtube Channel