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154 | What Happens When Ozone Enters Your Body? Ozone Therapy Explained with Blake Miller

What happens when ozone enters your body—and why are people using ozone therapy through saunas, ozonated water, blood treatments and other applications? In this episode of The Dr. Haley Show, Dr. Michael Haley speaks with Blake Miller, founder of Ozone Purity and the Ozone for Life movement. Blake has worked with ozone technology and holistic wellness for nearly three decades, focusing on ozone equipment, education and professional and home-based applications. Blake explains how ozone is produced, describes several methods of administration and discusses why proponents believe controlled ozone exposure may influence oxygen utilization, energy, microorganisms and detoxification. The conversation covers: • The difference between ambient-air and medical ozone generators • Why ozone should not be inhaled • Ozone steam saunas • Ozonated water • Rectal insufflation and ear applications • Autohemotherapy and IV ozone • EBOO, or extracorporeal blood oxygenation and ozonation • Professional and home ozone equipment • Questions surrounding dosage, evidence and safety • Blake’s use of dark-field microscopy and live-blood analysis QUICK TAKEAWAY “Ozone therapy” is not one treatment. Ozonated water, an ozone steam sauna, rectal insufflation, autohemotherapy, EBOO and direct gas administration expose the body to ozone in substantially different ways. Any proposed benefit or risk should be evaluated according to the particular route, concentration, dose, condition and quality of supporting evidence. Ozone should not be inhaled, and clinical applications require appropriately trained healthcare professionals. EPISODE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 What ozone is and how it is produced 01:03 Ozone therapy: promise, controversy and safety 02:28 Introducing Blake Miller 03:12 Dr. Haley’s previous experience with ozone generators 04:45 Ambient-air ozone versus medical ozone 05:50 IV ozone and autohemotherapy explained 07:12 Ozone saunas and rectal insufflation 09:17 How rectal ozone is administered 10:01 What happens to the O₃ molecule 11:04 Ozone dosing and potential dangers 11:40 Ear applications and neurological claims 12:24 Evidence, oxygen levels, fatigue and brain fog 15:03 The history of ozone therapy 16:14 Why Blake believes people use ozone today 17:24 EBOO and less-invasive home applications 18:53 How ozonated water is made 19:41 Ozone, bacteria, gut health and SIBO 21:16 Entry-level ozone applications 22:03 Home and professional ozone equipment 24:01 Measuring results and live-blood analysis 24:52 Heavy metals, toxicity and chronic fatigue 27:02 Where to find Blake Miller and Ozone Purity RESOURCES Read the complete episode notes and transcript: https://drhaley.com/ozone-therapy-explained/ Ozone Purity: https://ozonepurity.com/ The Ozone Guru on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theozoneguru/ The Ozone Guru on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theozoneguru Ozone Purity on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OzonePurity Blake Miller on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blake-miller-926b4a261/ FDA regulation concerning ozone-generating devices: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-H/part-801/subpart-H/section-801.415 Related episode—Chronic Fatigue and the “Toxic Five” with Dr. Evan Hirsch: https://drhaley.com/chronic-fatigue-toxic-five/ Visit Haley Nutrition and listen to the podcast for the current listener coupon code: https://haleynutrition.com/ MEDICAL DISCLAIMER This episode is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The views expressed by the guest are his own and do not necessarily represent those of Dr. Michael Haley, The Dr. Haley Show or Haley Nutrition. Some claims discussed in this episode remain controversial or have not been established through high-quality clinical research. Ozone should not be inhaled. Consult an appropriately licensed healthcare professional before beginning, changing or discontinuing any treatment, especially a blood-based, injectable or other invasive procedure.

153 | Normal Labs, Still Exhausted? Chronic Fatigue, Long COVID & the Toxic Five | Dr. Evan Hirsch

Why can someone feel profoundly exhausted even when routine blood work looks normal? In this episode of The Dr. Haley Show, Dr. Michael Haley talks with Evan H. Hirsch, MD, known as the EnergyMD, about chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), Long COVID, post-exertional malaise, environmental exposures, nervous-system regulation, and the limitations Dr. Hirsch sees in relying on laboratory testing alone. After struggling with chronic fatigue himself for five years, Dr. Hirsch began looking beyond conventional and functional medicine for answers. That journey led him to develop the EnergyMD Method and what he calls the “Toxic Five”: heavy metals, chemicals, mold, infections, and nervous-system dysfunction or trauma. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} In this conversation, Dr. Hirsch explains: • What separates chronic fatigue from ordinary tiredness • The role of post-exertional malaise, brain fog, pain, and poor sleep • How ME/CFS and Long COVID can overlap • Why he believes laboratory testing can sometimes miss important contributors • The “Toxic Five” framework • His views on mold, heavy metals, infections, and environmental exposures • His four-step EnergyMD Method • Why he replaces deficiencies before addressing deeper toxicities • What he means by “opening the exit pathways” • Nervous-system and limbic-system retraining • Breathwork, vagal stimulation, mindset, and parasympathetic activity • Why he believes recovery often takes many months • How he tracks energy and symptom improvement over time Dr. Hirsch also discusses one of the more controversial aspects of his approach: treating suspected contributors even when laboratory testing does not confirm them. Dr. Haley challenges him on how to distinguish a helpful treatment reaction from an adverse response and how clinical experience should be weighed alongside testing and research. The conversation concludes with an important message for people who have spent years looking for answers: keep asking why, continue looking for underlying contributors, and track progress over time rather than expecting an overnight recovery. RESOURCES Dr. Evan Hirsch / EnergyMD Method: https://www.energymdmethod.com/ Fix Your Fatigue Masterclass: https://fixyourfatigue.com/ Book — Fix Your Fatigue: https://www.energymdmethod.com/fyf-book Episode page and full transcript: https://drhaley.com/chronic-fatigue-toxic-five/ Dr. Hirsch specifically recommends FixYourFatigue.com as the next place to learn more about his current approach and masterclass. This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Statements made by guests represent their own views, clinical experience, and interpretation of the available evidence. Always consult an appropriately qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health and treatment decisions.

152 | Fibromyalgia Is NOT All in Your Head: Symptoms, Remission, and Hope with Tami Stackelhouse

Do you live with widespread pain, persistent fatigue, poor sleep, or brain fog—even though your medical tests keep coming back normal? Or is someone you love struggling with symptoms that other people cannot see or understand? Fibromyalgia is real, but patients are still frequently dismissed, misunderstood, or told that their suffering is “all in their head.” In Episode 152 of The Dr. Haley Show, Dr. Michael Haley speaks with fibromyalgia wellness expert Tami Stackelhouse about what fibromyalgia feels like, how it is diagnosed, what may trigger or amplify its symptoms, and why a lack of answers does not mean that meaningful improvement is impossible. Tami was diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 2007 and eventually became disabled by her symptoms. After working with healthcare providers and a health coach—and developing a more individualized approach to caring for her body—she reached what her physician described as fibromyalgia remission. Tami explains why fibromyalgia may overlap with or resemble conditions such as hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s disease, ME/CFS, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, migraines, and sleep disorders. She also shares how discovering that she was waking approximately 45 times per hour changed her understanding of her own fatigue and pain. Dr. Haley and Tami discuss: • Why fibromyalgia is a real physical condition • How fibromyalgia is diagnosed without one definitive test • What fibromyalgia remission means • Conditions that may mimic or accompany fibromyalgia • Physical, emotional, and medical trauma as possible triggers • Why fibromyalgia can amplify other sources of pain • The importance of sleep and identifying sleep disorders • How pacing helps patients budget limited energy • The appropriate roles of medication and lifestyle changes • Why knowing what to do is different from consistently doing it • How a fibromyalgia coach complements medical care • Nutrition, protein intake, and manageable dietary changes • Mindset and learning to treat the body as an ally • Tami’s Christian faith and how fibromyalgia gave her a deeper sense of purpose • Why researchers should study people who have substantially improved Tami also explains why she believes many people can feel considerably better. When Dr. Haley asks whether her estimate is supported by clinical research, she clearly identifies it as an observation drawn from her experience and coaching work rather than a published recovery rate. ABOUT TAMI STACKELHOUSE Tami Stackelhouse is an award-winning author, fibromyalgia wellness expert, founder of the International Fibromyalgia Coaching Institute, host of the Fibromyalgia Podcast®, and executive producer of the documentary INVISIBLE. Today, Tami trains Certified Fibromyalgia Coaches® and Certified Fibromyalgia Advisors® and helps people develop individualized strategies for addressing pain, fatigue, poor sleep, brain fog, and the practical demands of living with fibromyalgia. EPISODE RESOURCES Complete show notes and transcript: https://drhaley.com/fibromyalgia-not-all-in-your-head/ Tami Stackelhouse: https://tamistackelhouse.com/ Fibromyalgia Podcast®: https://fibromyalgiapodcast.com/ International Fibromyalgia Coaching Institute: https://fibromyalgiacoachinginstitute.com/ Download Take Back Your Life: https://takebackyourlifebook.com/ Fibromyalgia Wellness Style℠ Quiz: https://fibroquiz.com/ Find a Certified Fibromyalgia Coach®: https://findafibrocoach.com/ INVISIBLE documentary: https://www.invisible-film.com/ CONNECT WITH TAMI YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fibromyalgiawellness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fibrocoach/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fibrocoach/ X: https://x.com/fibrocoach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamistackelhouse Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/fibrocoach/ CONNECT WITH THE DR. HALEY SHOW Website: https://drhaley.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dr-haley-show/id1573943789 If this episode helped you understand fibromyalgia differently, please follow The Dr. Haley Show and share this conversation with someone living with chronic pain, fatigue, poor sleep, or brain fog. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The experiences and opinions discussed are those of the speakers and should not replace diagnosis or treatment from a qualified healthcare professional. Do not begin, discontinue, or change any medication, supplement, diet, or treatment based solely on this episode.

151 | Bread Isn’t the Problem—We’ve Been Making It Wrong | Dr. Sven Mostegl

What if bread itself isn’t necessarily the problem—but the ways we grow grain, process flour, and make bread have fundamentally changed? In Episode 151 of The Dr. Haley Show, Dr. Michael Haley welcomes German baker, engineer, author, and nutrition adviser Dr. Sven Mostegl. Their wide-ranging conversation explores traditional breadmaking, modern flour, sourdough cultures, wheat berries, gluten, fiber, and long fermentation. Rather than declaring bread universally good or bad, Dr. Mostegl explains why the grain, milling process, ingredients, fermentation time, and craftsmanship can produce very different foods. You’ll learn: • How traditional bread differs from much of today’s packaged bread • What happens after a wheat berry is milled into flour • The advantages and limitations of grinding flour at home • Why professionally milled flour is not necessarily inferior • What long fermentation may change inside dough • Why fermentation involves more than simply waiting a certain number of hours • The difference between authentic sourdough and sourdough-flavored bread • Where the yeasts and bacteria in a sourdough starter come from • How commercial yeast changed bread production • Why whole-grain flour and proper preparation should be considered together • How wheat, spelt, einkorn, and rye differ in breadmaking • Why rye is Dr. Mostegl’s favorite grain • How fiber, bread structure, and fermentation may influence blood sugar • Which questions to ask when buying bread from a bakery • What equipment a beginning home baker actually needs • Why learning to handle dough by hand can be valuable before using machinery • How consumer choices can influence what bakeries and manufacturers produce Dr. Mostegl also discusses breadmaking as a tactile, meditative, and even spiritual practice. Working with dough teaches the baker to respond to temperature, humidity, hydration, flour, starter activity, and the changing condition of the dough—not merely follow a clock. IMPORTANT CELIAC DISEASE DISTINCTION Ordinary wheat, rye, or barley sourdough should not be presumed safe for someone with celiac disease. Fermentation can modify components of the dough, but traditionally fermented bread may still contain clinically significant gluten. EPISODE RESOURCES Read the complete article, watch the interview, and access the full transcript: https://drhaley.com/bread-fermentation-sven-mostegl/ Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UmqcdtIaoNg LEARN MORE ABOUT DR. SVEN MOSTEGL: Official Website: https://sventhebaker.com/ About Dr. Sven Mostegl: https://sventhebaker.com/about All Links and Social Channels: https://linktr.ee/drsvenmostegl Baking Classes: https://sventhebaker.com/baking-classes Online Courses: https://sventhebaker.com/online-course Bread Calculator: https://sventhebaker.com/bread-calculator Books and Publications: https://sventhebaker.com/buecher BOOKS BY DR. SVEN MOSTEGL The Bread Revolution: Why Grain Is Healthier Than Many People Think, and How We Can Use It to Feed the World English edition: https://www.amazon.com/dp/3903521884 Die Brot-Revolution German edition: https://www.amazon.com/dp/3903660361 Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/Sven-Mostegl/e/B0FK5HHK2G FOLLOW DR. SVEN MOSTEGL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sventhebaker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drsventhebaker/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sven-mostegl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@svenmostegloffical ABOUT DR. SVEN MOSTEGL Dr. Sven Mostegl is a German professional baker, PhD engineer, author, trained nutrition adviser, and health educator based in Dubai. With decades of experience in food and baking, his work connects fully fermented foods, nutrition, the microbiome, and metabolic health. Through his books, baking classes, and educational work, he challenges common assumptions about food and translates complex topics into practical ideas for everyday life. His goal is to help people better understand what they eat, how their bodies work, and how everyday choices may support a healthier and happier life. ABOUT THE DR. HALEY SHOW The Dr. Haley Show explores health, nutrition, natural living, and the evidence behind the claims that shape our decisions. Host Dr. Michael Haley speaks with clinicians, researchers, authors, entrepreneurs, and other experts whose experience can help listeners ask better questions and make better-informed choices. Learn more: https://drhaley.com/ MEDICAL DISCLAIMER This episode is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Statements made by the guest represent his perspectives and should not be interpreted as universally applicable medical or nutritional recommendations. Consult an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before making significant dietary changes, especially if you have celiac disease, wheat allergy, diabetes, digestive disease, or another medical condition.

150 | It's Not What You Eat—It's What You Absorb: Monolaurin & Gut Health with Dr. Ryan Jones

What if eating nutritious food isn't enough because what really matters is what your body can actually digest, absorb, and utilize? In Episode 150 of The Dr. Haley Show, Dr. Michael Haley sits down with Dr. Ryan Jones, a Doctor of Oriental and Complementary Medicine with decades of experience spanning traditional healing systems, nutritional medicine, supplement formulation, and manufacturing. The conversation begins with monolaurin—the monoglyceride of lauric acid at the heart of Lauricidin®—and expands into a much bigger discussion about gut health, the microbiome, food sensitivities, probiotics, fermented foods, immune health, supplement quality, and why improving health usually requires much more than simply adding another pill or supplement. Dr. Jones explains why Lauricidin comes in tiny pellets, why he recommends starting with small amounts and gradually increasing intake, and how he believes monolaurin fits into a broader approach to digestive and immune health. Michael and Ryan also dig into coconut oil and lauric acid, leaky gut, Candida, probiotics, homemade sauerkraut and kefir, food sensitivities, topical products, and what Ryan has learned from working inside the supplement and cosmetic manufacturing industries. In This Episode What monolaurin and glycerol monolaurate are Lauric acid, coconut oil, and MCT oils Why Lauricidin is made as small pellets Why Dr. Jones recommends starting low and increasing slowly Digestion, absorption, and the idea that "it's not what you eat—it's what you absorb" The gut microbiome and dysbiosis Why there may be no single "magic bullet" for chronic health problems Food sensitivities and Dr. Jones' experience with NAET What may contribute to increased intestinal permeability or "leaky gut" Probiotics, fermented foods, kefir, and homemade sauerkraut Colloidal silver and topical antimicrobial approaches Oral health, toothpaste, lotions, deodorant, and other Lauricidin products Low-potency supplements and what Dr. Jones calls the "pixie dust effect" What decades of supplement formulation have taught him about the industry How Dr. Jones personally incorporates Lauricidin into his lifestyle Episode Timestamps 00:00 — You Can't Drug the Body Back to Health 00:48 — Meet Dr. Ryan Jones 03:39 — What Is Lauricidin and Monolaurin? 06:36 — Monolaurin, Lauric Acid & Breast Milk 08:43 — Coconut Oil vs. Concentrated Monolaurin 10:48 — Why Lauricidin Uses Pellets 13:18 — Eastern Medicine Meets Modern Formulation 15:22 — Caprylic, Capric & Lauric Acid Explained 19:50 — It's Not What You Eat—It's What You Absorb 21:48 — Monolaurin and the Gut Microbiome 24:08 — What Research Would Dr. Jones Fund? 27:35 — Why One Intervention May Not Be Enough 31:14 — Colloidal Silver & Topical Approaches 32:27 — Wounds, Scarring & Secondary Infection 35:44 — Herpes, Shingles & Viral Load Discussion 38:28 — Monolaurin, COVID & Immune Health 40:26 — Food Sensitivities and NAET 42:06 — Why There Is No Health "Magic Bullet" 44:20 — Which Microorganisms Are Most Susceptible? 48:23 — What Causes "Leaky Gut"? 50:46 — Dr. Jones' Gut Health Approach 54:19 — Probiotics, Kefir & Homemade Sauerkraut 58:15 — Oral Health, Toothpaste & Lauricidin Products 1:02:57 — Natural Deodorant & the Skin Microbiome 1:05:00 — What the Supplement Industry Gets Wrong 1:06:33 — Low Potency & the "Pixie Dust" Problem 1:09:47 — How Dr. Jones Uses Lauricidin Personally 1:11:23 — Final Thoughts Dr. Ryan Jones & Lauricidin Dr. Ryan Jones: https://www.lauricidin.com/collections/dr-ryan Lauricidin®: https://www.lauricidin.com/ Dr. Jones' Gut Health Protocol: https://www.lauricidin.com/pages/expert-protocol-series-br-protocol-for-gut-health-using-monolaurin-by-dr-ryan-jones Dr. Jones' Leaky Gut Support Protocol: https://www.lauricidin.com/pages/expert-protocol-series-br-leaky-gut-support-using-lauricidin-by-dr-ryan-jones Lauricidin Pro — Health Professional Resources: https://www.lauricidin.pro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauricidin/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lauricidin/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lauricidin X: https://x.com/lauricidin Full Episode Resources Show notes, video, resources, and additional information: https://drhaley.com/monolaurin-gut-health/ About The Dr. Haley Show The Dr. Haley Show explores health, nutrition, natural medicine, longevity, the microbiome, lifestyle, and unconventional ideas about human health. Hosted by Dr. Michael Haley. https://drhaley.com/ Haley Nutrition: https://haleynutrition.com/ Medical Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Statements made by guests represent their views, experiences, and interpretations and should not be considered diagnosis or treatment recommendations. Consult an appropriately qualified healthcare professional regarding medical conditions, medications, supplements, or changes to your healthcare regimen.

149 | Your Skin Problems May Be Starting in Your Gut with Dr. Jonathan Carp

Could your skin be revealing what’s happening inside your gut? In Episode 149 of The Dr. Haley Show, Dr. Michael Haley sits down with Dr. Jonathan Carp, a board-certified dermatologist, lifestyle medicine expert, and founder and CEO of Miracle Noodle, for a fascinating conversation about the gut-skin connection, inflammation, metabolism, nutrition, mental imagery, and taking a more active role in your own health. Dr. Carp explains why he has always viewed the skin as a window into the body and shares the story of a patient with severe lupus whose unexpected improvement changed the direction of his medical career. That experience led him to explore nutrition and lifestyle medicine more deeply while continuing to practice conventional dermatology. The conversation also explores acne and insulin, psoriasis and metabolic health, the gut microbiome, mental imagery, and the idea that different people may have very different “80/20” factors influencing their health. Later, Dr. Carp tells the story of traveling to Japan and eating a bowl of konjac noodles at a Buddhist vegetarian restaurant outside Kyoto. That experience eventually led him to create Miracle Noodle, now sold in thousands of stores nationwide. Dr. Carp explains what konjac and glucomannan are, why glucomannan is considered a soluble prebiotic fiber, how Miracle Noodle fits into low-carbohydrate and ketogenic diets, and the difference between the company’s traditional konjac noodles and its newer egg-white noodles. In This Episode Why the skin can provide clues about internal health Acne, insulin, hormones, and metabolic health How gut health may influence inflammatory skin conditions The lupus patient who changed Dr. Carp’s approach to medicine Mental imagery and the work of Dr. Gerald Epstein Why Dr. Carp views the gut and skin as closely connected systems Metabolic health, inflammation, and the microbiome The difference between a disease-reversal diet and a long-term diet Why whole, minimally processed foods remain central to Dr. Carp’s approach The Japanese meal that inspired Miracle Noodle Konjac, glucomannan, and soluble prebiotic fiber Miracle Noodle for low-carb, keto, and gluten-free diets How to prepare konjac noodles Miracle Noodle’s high-protein egg-white noodles Why Dr. Carp wants people to become their own authority in health Three pieces of advice that helped shape his life Episode Chapters 00:00 Your Gut Is an Extension of Your Skin 00:49 Meet Dermatologist Dr. Jonathan Carp 03:04 The Skin as a Window Into Internal Health 06:26 Acne, Insulin & Gut Health 08:50 The Lupus Patient Who Changed His Practice 12:16 Mental Imagery and Healing 15:08 How Dr. Carp Uses Healing Visualization 19:29 The Gut-Skin Connection Explained 23:10 Metabolism, Gut Health & Inflammation 27:09 The Four Pillars and the 80/20 Rule 30:23 Disease-Reversal Diet vs. Long-Term Diet 33:00 How Miracle Noodle Began in Japan 34:45 Glucomannan: The Fiber Behind Miracle Noodle 35:50 Keto, Satiety & Fasting-Mimicking Diets 38:10 Gut Benefits of Konjac and Glucomannan 40:46 How to Prepare Miracle Noodle 41:44 Egg-White Noodles: A High-Protein Alternative 43:11 Fiber, Regularity & the Microbiome 45:21 Where to Find Miracle Noodle 46:24 Becoming Your Own Authority in Health 48:22 The “Power Words” That Shaped Dr. Carp 51:41 Final Thoughts Resources Full show notes and transcript: https://drhaley.com/gut-skin-connection-jonathan-carp/ Watch the video interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RDLizF7_Qgw Miracle Noodle: https://miraclenoodle.com/ Healing Visualizations by Gerald Epstein, M.D. Mentioned by Dr. Carp as a resource for learning the mental-imagery techniques discussed in the episode. Radical Remission by Kelly A. Turner, Ph.D. Mentioned during the discussion of people who have experienced unexpected improvement from serious illness. The Dr. Haley Show Discover more interviews and health conversations at: https://drhaley.com/ Haley Nutrition Learn more about Haley Nutrition and its raw Aloe vera products at: https://haleynutrition.com/ Podcast listeners: Listen during the episode for the current Haley Nutrition coupon code and exclusive listener offer. If this episode made you think of someone dealing with skin problems, gut issues, metabolic health challenges, or chronic inflammation, please share it with them. Subscribe to The Dr. Haley Show wherever you listen to podcasts so you don’t miss future conversations about gut health, nutrition, longevity, lifestyle medicine, and unconventional ideas worth exploring. Disclaimer: This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Statements made by guests represent their own views, experiences, and interpretations. Always consult an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing medications, supplements, diet, or other healthcare practices.

148 | Is an Enlarged Prostate Really Just Aging? Dr. Lisbeth Roy on BPH, Hidden Infections & Gut Health

Is an enlarged prostate simply an unavoidable part of getting older—or could it be a warning sign that something deeper is happening in the body? In Episode 148 of The Dr. Haley Show, Dr. Michael Haley sits down with Dr. Lisbeth Roy, DO, founder of Doctors Studio and creator of the ProstaGen™ Method, for a wide-ranging discussion about prostate health, BPH, chronic prostatitis, urinary symptoms, hidden infections, gut health, inflammation, immune function, nutrition, and regenerative medicine. Dr. Roy challenges the common assumption that prostate problems should automatically be dismissed as “just aging.” Instead, she encourages men to look at the prostate as part of a larger system that may be influenced by metabolic dysfunction, chronic inflammation, oral and gut health, hormonal balance, immune function, and infection. In this episode, Dr. Roy explains why prostate size alone may not explain a man's symptoms, why conventional urine cultures may miss certain microorganisms, how next-generation sequencing can detect microbial DNA, and why biofilms may make chronic infections more difficult to identify and address. Dr. Haley and Dr. Roy also discuss food quality, gut permeability, environmental exposures, conventional medications such as Flomax and finasteride, prostate procedures, PSA testing, MRI, prostate exams, and when younger men should start paying attention to prostate symptoms. IN THIS EPISODE: • Why Dr. Roy does not consider an enlarged prostate to be simply a normal consequence of aging • BPH, chronic prostatitis, urinary frequency, and nighttime urination • Why prostate size and prostate function are not necessarily the same thing • PSA testing, prostate exams, MRI, and the importance of gathering multiple data points • The limitations of conventional urine cultures in some chronic prostate cases • Next-generation sequencing and detecting bacterial or fungal DNA • Biofilms and their possible role in persistent prostate infections • The connection Dr. Roy sees between the gut, oral health, and the prostate • How gut bacteria or oral bacteria may reach other areas of the body • Chronic inflammation, immune function, and metabolic dysfunction • Whole-food nutrition and why the quality of food matters • Grass-fed meat, free-range eggs, organic produce, and traditionally prepared foods • Flomax, finasteride, TURP, laser procedures, and other approaches to managing prostate symptoms • Why symptom relief and addressing underlying causes are not necessarily the same thing • Dr. Roy's ProstaGen™ Method • When men in their 20s, 30s, and beyond should pay attention to prostate symptoms • What a prostate assessment at Doctors Studio may involve • Dr. Roy's personal family experience that dramatically influenced the way she practices medicine • Her book Regenerating Sexual Potential and upcoming work focused on prostate health and wellness ABOUT DR. LISBETH ROY, DO Dr. Lisbeth W. Roy is an osteopathic physician, founder and CEO of Doctors Studio, and creator of the ProstaGen™ Method. Her work focuses on functional, regenerative, sexual, and men's health medicine, with particular attention to prostate dysfunction, chronic prostatitis, BPH, erectile dysfunction, metabolic health, inflammation, hormonal balance, and longevity. Dr. Roy is also the author of Regenerating Sexual Potential: Revolutionary Treatment Solutions for Sexual Dysfunction Using Platelet-Rich Plasma. RESOURCES FROM DR. LISBETH ROY Doctors Studio: https://doctorsstudio.com/ Prostate information and assessment: https://askdrroy.com/ Doctors Studio on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DoctorsStudioBocaRaton WATCH THE VIDEO VERSION YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PL08fn4Vfqk FULL SHOW NOTES, RESOURCES & TRANSCRIPT https://drhaley.com/prostate-health-root-causes-lisbeth-roy/ CONNECT WITH DR. MICHAEL HALEY The Dr. Haley Show: https://drhaley.com/ Haley Nutrition: https://haleynutrition.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/aloe1aloeveragel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhaleynutrition/ X: https://x.com/aloe1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/haleynutrition/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/haley-nutrition/ LISTENER SPECIAL - Listeners of The Dr. Haley Show can hear the current Haley Nutrition coupon code inside the podcast and use it on qualifying purchases at HaleyNutrition.com. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Dr. Roy discusses her clinical experience, professional opinions, and approaches used in her practice. Some of the diagnostic concepts, therapies, and interpretations discussed are emerging, debated, or may not represent established medical consensus. Do not delay appropriate medical evaluation for urinary symptoms, prostate problems, elevated PSA, suspected infection, or possible prostate cancer. Decisions regarding testing, medications, procedures, or treatment should be made in consultation with an appropriately qualified healthcare professional. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow The Dr. Haley Show on your favorite podcast platform and share this conversation with someone who may benefit from hearing it.

147 | EWOT Explained: Are You Aging—or Losing Oxygen? with Brad Pitzele

Could some of the changes we associate with aging actually involve declining oxygen utilization? In Episode 147 of The Dr. Haley Show, Dr. Michael Haley speaks with Brad Pitzele, founder of One Thousand Roads, about Exercise With Oxygen Therapy—better known as EWOT. Brad’s interest in EWOT began during his own struggle with cancer, autoimmune illness, chronic Lyme disease, Bartonella, chronic fatigue, severe foot pain, and declining mobility. After trying numerous approaches without meaningful improvement, he used his mechanical-engineering background to build an EWOT system of his own. Brad explains what he experienced after using the system consistently, why he believes oxygen utilization deserves more attention, and how that personal journey led him to establish One Thousand Roads. In this episode, you will learn: • What EWOT is and how a typical session works • Why concentrated oxygen is combined with exercise • How oxygen utilization may change with age and inflammation • The proposed relationship between circulation, capillaries, oxygen, and cellular energy • How EWOT differs from ordinary supplemental oxygen • EWOT compared with hyperbaric oxygen therapy, or HBOT • Whether the benefits come from oxygen, exercise, or both • What an EWOT session may feel like • Which forms of exercise can be used with EWOT • Why sessions commonly last approximately 15 minutes • How often Brad recommends using EWOT • What to consider when comparing EWOT systems • The difference between 5-liter and 10-liter oxygen concentrators • Why reservoir capacity, mask quality, component safety, and customer support matter • How EWOT may be combined with red light therapy • Potential applications involving exercise performance, recovery, VO2 max, healthy aging, and chronic health challenges • Why EWOT should not be presented as a cure for cancer or other diseases ABOUT BRAD PITZELE Brad Pitzele is the founder of One Thousand Roads, a wellness technology company focused on Exercise With Oxygen Therapy and red light therapy. Brad’s work grew from his own experience with serious health challenges, including cancer, autoimmune illness, chronic Lyme disease, fatigue, pain, and limited mobility. He credits EWOT and red light therapy with helping change the direction of his recovery. Combining that experience with his background in mechanical engineering and business, Brad now works to make these technologies easier to understand and more accessible. He also hosts conversations with experts in chronic health recovery, biohacking, and longevity. Learn about Brad’s special listener offer: http://onethousandroads.com/drhaley RESOURCES Learn about EWOT—Exercise With Oxygen Therapy: https://www.onethousandroads.com/pages/exercise-with-oxygen-therapy Learn about Red Light Therapy: https://www.onethousandroads.com/pages/red-light-therapy-education Explore One Thousand Roads EWOT Systems: https://www.onethousandroads.com/collections/ewot-systems One Thousand Roads YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@OneThousandRoadsHQ Visit One Thousand Roads: https://www.onethousandroads.com/ EPISODE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Are You Aging—or Losing Oxygen? 00:55 Meet Brad Pitzele 02:20 Brad’s Health Crisis and Search for Answers 06:00 Discovering EWOT and Mitochondrial Health 07:43 Building His Own EWOT System 09:47 Recognizing Predatory Wellness Marketing 11:29 Lyme Disease and Bartonella Explained 15:57 When Illness Becomes a Catalyst for Change 18:22 Can EWOT Cure Cancer? Responsible Claims 19:05 Oxygen, Inflammation, and Aging 22:05 The Origins and Proposed Mechanism of EWOT 24:00 Exercise Alone vs. Exercise With Oxygen 28:18 EWOT vs. Supplemental Oxygen and HBOT 36:44 EWOT Explained in 60 Seconds 37:38 What an EWOT Session Feels Like 39:17 The Best Exercises and Who Uses EWOT 42:20 Session Length, Frequency, and Safety 45:11 How to Compare EWOT Systems 48:18 5-Liter vs. 10-Liter Oxygen Concentrators 50:30 Masks, Sharing, and Cleaning 51:48 Combining EWOT With Red Light Therapy 54:02 VO2 Max, Recovery, and Potential Benefits 57:15 Where to Learn More HALEY NUTRITION LISTENER SPECIAL Listen to the episode for the current listener coupon code, which may be used at: https://haleynutrition.com/ THE DR. HALEY SHOW Discover more episodes, videos, transcripts, and show notes at: https://drhaley.com/ Subscribe to The Dr. Haley Show on your preferred podcast platform and share this episode with someone interested in oxygen therapy, biohacking, exercise recovery, chronic health challenges, or healthy aging. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Brad Pitzele’s recovery story reflects his personal experience and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of similar results. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before beginning EWOT, supplemental oxygen, a new exercise program, red light therapy, or another health intervention—especially if you have a cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, or other medical condition.

146 | Type 2 Diabetes Isn’t the Problem—It’s the Symptom with Dr. Jade Guerra

Type 2 diabetes may be the diagnosis—but what if it is also a symptom of deeper problems affecting the body? In this episode of The Dr. Haley Show, Dr. Michael Haley speaks with Dr. Jade Guerra about the functional medicine approach to Type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s disease, autoimmune conditions, environmental toxins, nutrition, sleep, and chronic illness. Dr. Guerra is both a Doctor of Chiropractic and a Family Nurse Practitioner with nearly 35 years of experience. Instead of applying the same treatment plan to every patient, she investigates the individual metabolic, hormonal, digestive, environmental, and lifestyle factors that may be interfering with that person’s health. She explains why a diagnosis often develops years—or even decades—before it is discovered and why simply controlling a laboratory number may not address the underlying cause. DR. JADE GUERRA’S RESOURCES Website and Free Masterclasses: https://jadeguerra.com/ The End of Type 2 Diabetes NOW! Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/321420510744852/ Unbroken: Women Overcoming Low Thyroid Symptoms: https://www.facebook.com/groups/743871260049166/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjadeguerra/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjadeguerra TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drjadeguerra X: https://x.com/jadeguerrareal COMPLETE EPISODE PAGE Find the video, resources, key takeaways, timestamps, and full transcript at: https://drhaley.com/type-2-diabetes-root-causes-jade-guerra/ IN THIS EPISODE Dr. Guerra and Dr. Haley discuss: • Why Type 2 diabetes may be a symptom of deeper metabolic dysfunction • The difference between managing symptoms and investigating root causes • Why Type 2 diabetes may sometimes be placed into remission through appropriate nutrition, lifestyle changes, and professional care • How insulin resistance and blood sugar problems can develop years before diagnosis • Why environmental toxins may contribute to inflammation, hormonal disruption, autoimmune disease, and poor metabolic health • The relationship between hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s autoimmune thyroid disease • Why testing only thyroid-stimulating hormone, or TSH, may provide an incomplete picture • How the thyroid depends upon the liver, digestive system, brain, adrenal glands, and overall metabolic health • Testing for mold, metals, pesticides, and other environmental toxins • Why aggressive detoxification programs can create problems when the body’s elimination pathways are not working properly • How functional blood chemistry may be used to create an individualized health plan • Why the same diet, supplements, or treatment strategy will not work for everyone • The importance of protein, vegetables, healthy fats, hydration, electrolytes, movement, and sleep • Practical ways to make better food choices before hunger takes control • The limitations of short medical appointments and insurance-directed healthcare • The difference between a laboratory value being “normal” and being optimal • How thoughts, words, meditation, gratitude, and mindset may influence behavior and long-term health ABOUT DR. JADE GUERRA Dr. Jade Guerra, FNP, APRN, DC, DABCO, has nearly 35 years of experience helping people improve their health through natural and integrative approaches. She is both a Doctor of Chiropractic and a Family Nurse Practitioner, with advanced education in functional medicine, blood chemistry, brain neurotransmitters, and thyroid health. Her work focuses on identifying factors that may contribute to Type 2 diabetes, hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s disease, autoimmune conditions, and other chronic health problems. She helps patients explore appropriate changes involving nutrition, targeted supplementation, lifestyle, laboratory testing, and their environment. EPISODE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 A patient is told she is no longer diabetic 00:23 Welcome to The Dr. Haley Show 00:51 Introducing Dr. Jade Guerra 02:10 Free diabetes and thyroid masterclasses 03:53 Can Type 2 diabetes be reversed? 05:27 The functional medicine pioneers who influenced Dr. Guerra 06:36 Taking responsibility for your own health 10:35 Functional medicine versus mainstream medicine 13:37 Symptom relief, medications, and health messaging 17:23 Finding root causes before symptoms develop 18:14 Environmental chemicals and chronic illness 21:12 Thyroid disease, Hashimoto’s, and childhood diabetes 23:18 The markers in a complete thyroid evaluation 25:19 Connections between the thyroid, gut, liver, and brain 26:06 Testing for mold, metals, and environmental toxins 27:26 Supporting the body’s detoxification pathways 29:49 The risks of unsupervised cleanses 31:14 Personalized testing, nutrition, and supplements 33:37 How Dr. Guerra discovered functional medicine 36:35 Protein, meal planning, hydration, and sleep 38:40 Sleep temperature, grounding, and electrolytes 42:22 Better restaurant choices and emergency snacks 45:31 Dr. Guerra’s diabetes and thyroid support communities 47:39 Short appointments and insurance limitations 50:21 “Normal” versus optimal laboratory ranges 51:22 The power of words, mindset, and meditation 58:09 Where to connect with Dr. Guerra 58:54 Closing thoughts JULY 2026 LISTENER SPECIAL Listeners can receive $20 off a purchase of $200 or more at Haley Nutrition through July 31, 2026. The coupon code is announced during the podcast. Shop at: https://haleynutrition.com/ CONNECT WITH DR. MICHAEL HALEY The Dr. Haley Show: https://drhaley.com/ Haley Nutrition: https://haleynutrition.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/aloe1aloeveragel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhaleynutrition/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/haleynutrition/ X: https://x.com/aloe1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/haley-nutrition/ MEDICAL DISCLAIMER This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease and should not replace personal medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Individual health circumstances and outcomes vary. Do not discontinue, reduce, or change prescription medication without first consulting the licensed healthcare professional responsible for your care. ABOUT THE DR. HALEY SHOW The Dr. Haley Show explores natural health, functional medicine, nutrition, personal transformation, and unconventional ideas that challenge listeners to think differently about their health. Subscribe through your favorite podcast platform so you do not miss future conversations.

145 | Knowledge Reduces Fear: Prostate Cancer Education with Michael Bovarnick

In this episode of The Dr. Haley Show, Dr. Michael Haley speaks with Michael Bovarnick, founder of The Prostate Education Project, about his personal journey through prostate cancer, recurrence, treatment decisions, and the mission that grew out of his experience. Michael shares what it was like to hear the words “you have prostate cancer,” why education became such an important part of his journey, and how clear information can help reduce fear for men, spouses, caregivers, and families facing prostate cancer. The conversation covers PSA testing, Gleason scores, prostate cancer recurrence after prostate removal, androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), ADT side effects, ADT holidays, intimacy and relationship challenges, and the importance of having a spouse, partner, or loved one present during medical appointments. Dr. Haley and Michael also discuss Michael’s long history with Haley Nutrition’s Aloe Vera Gel Health Drink as part of his personal wellness routine. Aloe vera is not presented as a cancer cure. Instead, this conversation focuses on education, supportive wellness, patient empowerment, and asking better questions when navigating serious health decisions. Michael’s closing message is simple and powerful: Knowledge reduces fear. Understanding builds confidence. Education empowers patients. Episode Resources: The Prostate Education Project https://theprostateeducationproject.org/ Haley Nutrition Aloe Vera Gel Health Drink https://haleynutrition.com/ Dr. Haley Show Notes https://drhaley.com/ Haley Nutrition https://haleynutrition.com/ Episode Highlights: 00:00 PSA testing and false positives 00:39 Meet Michael Bovarnick of The Prostate Education Project 02:50 How Dr. Haley and Michael first connected 03:14 Michael’s prostate cancer diagnosis and aloe vera story 05:37 Important disclaimer about aloe vera and cancer 08:05 Why prostate cancer can return after prostate removal 10:54 Life today after prostate cancer recurrence 12:18 Prostate cancer awareness and rising diagnosis rates 13:36 PSA testing, screening, and Dr. Haley’s personal story 16:59 Hearing the words “you have prostate cancer” 18:46 Intimacy, relationships, and emotional challenges 23:10 What doctors explain — and what patients may miss 26:22 Advice for newly diagnosed men in the panic phase 28:33 PSA, Gleason score, and treatment decisions 31:06 What is ADT? Androgen deprivation therapy explained 32:45 ADT side effects doctors may not fully prepare you for 34:51 Why you should bring a partner to appointments 36:39 What is an ADT holiday? 39:27 PSA testing advice for men over 40 40:36 Urinary symptoms, enlarged prostate, and getting checked 42:49 Prostate cancer symptoms beyond urinary problems 43:52 Exercise, diet, bone health, and muscle health during ADT 45:00 Exploring TheProstateEducationProject.org 46:47 Spanish-language resources and community outreach 48:32 Final thoughts: Knowledge reduces fear Medical Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. The information shared in this episode should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding PSA testing, prostate cancer screening, diagnosis, medications, supplements, treatment options, or any health-related decisions. Aloe vera is discussed in this episode as part of Michael Bovarnick’s personal wellness routine and experience. It is not presented as a treatment or cure for prostate cancer. About Michael Bovarnick: Michael Bovarnick is the founder of The Prostate Education Project, a growing educational resource created to help prostate cancer patients, spouses, caregivers, and families better understand the prostate cancer journey. His work focuses on clear explanations, practical tools, lived experience, and helping people know what questions to ask when facing diagnosis, treatment decisions, side effects, recurrence, and recovery. About Dr. Michael Haley: Dr. Michael Haley is the host of The Dr. Haley Show and founder of Haley Nutrition, known for producing raw, inner-leaf Aloe Vera Gel Health Drink and other natural wellness products. Through the podcast, Dr. Haley explores natural health, patient education, practical wellness strategies, and conversations that help listeners take a more informed role in their health journey.

144 | The Ghost In My Body with Author Haresh Patel

Can artificial intelligence help uncover what short medical appointments and isolated symptom checkers often miss? Haresh Patel joins Dr. Michael Haley to explore the mind-body connection, root-cause healthcare, and why a patient’s complete life story may contain important clues about chronic illness. Haresh spent 55 years searching for answers to a complex collection of symptoms. His journey included suspected food allergies, chronic urticaria, repeated specialist visits, expensive symptom-suppressing treatments, childhood trauma, unresolved grief, and an unexpected experience that changed the course of his health. The turning point came when practitioners stopped looking only at his current symptoms and began asking about his entire history. In this episode, Haresh explains why medical records, injuries, diet, stress, emotional experiences, major life events, and physical symptoms may need to be examined together rather than separately. He also introduces Sanare Health, an AI-assisted platform designed to help patients organize their histories into practitioner-ready summaries. Sanare Health is not intended to diagnose illness, prescribe treatment, or replace a qualified healthcare professional. Its purpose is to help patients communicate a more complete story and help practitioners recognize patterns that might otherwise remain hidden. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR ABOUT: • Why complex health problems are difficult to understand during brief medical appointments • Haresh’s misdiagnosed food allergy and eventual diagnosis of chronic urticaria • The possible connections among stress, grief, emotional patterns, and physical symptoms • Why a chronological health story may reveal patterns that individual tests do not • How AI can help patients organize medical records, symptoms, treatments, and life events • Why asking the right questions is essential when using artificial intelligence • How Sanare Health is designed to support both patients and practitioners • Tinnitus, Diet Coke, candy, and recognizing personal symptom triggers • Why some processing aids and sub-ingredients may not appear on product labels • The value of considering conventional, functional, Ayurvedic, and alternative perspectives • Why Haresh encourages people to become the CEO of their own health • Learning to express grief, laughter, and emotion later in life ABOUT HARESH PATEL Haresh Patel is an entrepreneur, author, and the founder and CEO of Sanare Health. Before entering the healthcare technology space, he spent decades building Silicon Valley technology companies, including Mercatus, a private-markets financial technology platform that was acquired by State Street. His memoir, The Ghost in My Body, documents his decades-long search for health answers, the childhood loss of his mother, and the experiences that inspired his work. EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 What symptom checkers may be missing 00:42 Haresh Patel’s 55-year search for answers 04:26 Why chronic symptoms can remain unexplained 06:12 The limitations of brief medical appointments 09:18 Becoming the CEO of your own health 10:08 Misdiagnosed allergies and chronic urticaria 13:10 The Ayurvedic doctor who asked different questions 15:04 When did your stress first begin? 17:32 Childhood bullying, loss, and emotional disconnection 18:51 A spiritual explanation for physical symptoms 19:58 Traveling to Bodh Gaya 23:13 What happened after the ritual 23:57 The mental, emotional, and spiritual sides of health 26:02 How Sanare Health uses artificial intelligence 28:57 The doctor who examined Haresh’s whole story 30:52 A platform for patients and practitioners 34:32 Can AI remain open to alternative healthcare? 36:28 Tinnitus and root-cause investigation 40:09 Diet Coke, candy, and tinnitus triggers 43:10 Using pattern recognition to identify triggers 43:32 Hidden ingredients in processed products 45:21 Aloe vera, natural health, and supporting the body 47:26 The long-term cost of managing chronic disease 49:53 Haresh’s call to take control of your health 52:43 Learning to express emotion, cry, and laugh 55:30 Final thoughts RESOURCES Episode Show Notes: https://drhaley.com/mind-body-root-cause-ai/ Haresh Patel’s Website: https://hareshpatel.ai/ Sanare Health: https://sanarehealth.ai/ The Ghost in My Body by Haresh Patel: https://amzn.to/4uAczTW Haresh Patel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hareshpatel/ DiagnosticMD on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mydiagnosticmd Haresh Patel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydiagnosticmd/ Watch the Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-aBzGqBSv8 Explore Haley Nutrition: https://haleynutrition.com/ LISTENER OFFER FOR JUNE 2026 Save $20 on a Haley Nutrition purchase of $200 or more with coupon code THRIVE. Visit: https://haleynutrition.com/ The offer applies during June 2026 and may be used with sale-priced and already-discounted bundled products. If this episode made you think of someone who has been searching for answers to unexplained symptoms, please share it with them. Subscribe to The Dr. Haley Show for more conversations about natural health, nutrition, gut health, root-cause thinking, emerging healthcare technology, and unconventional ideas that deserve a closer look. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The personal experiences and opinions discussed in this episode should not replace individualized care from a qualified healthcare professional. AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE Some links may be affiliate links. If you make a purchase through one of these links, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.

Healthy Eating with R.L. Malpica

What if the reason you’re not getting better isn’t what you’re doing—but how you’re thinking about health? In this episode of The Dr. Haley Show, Dr. Michael Haley sits down with R.L. Malpica, a detoxification specialist and natural health coach, to break down the truth about detox, plant-based eating, and why real healing starts from within. You’ll learn: What detox actually means (and what it doesn’t) Why your body is already designed to heal The biggest mistake people make when trying to get healthy The difference between acidic foods and acid-forming foods How diet, environment, and mindset all impact your health RESOURCES: This Episode's Blog Post with Full Transcript: https://drhaley.com/rl-malpica-healthy-eating-detox/ R.L. Malpica Website: https://www.theeatcoach.com/ R.L. on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theeatcoach R.L. on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rl_malpica R.L. on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theeatcoach R.L. on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rl_malpica/ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – What gets in the way of healing? 00:43 – Show introduction 01:23 – Meet R.L. Malpica 03:42 – Who he helps and how 05:10 – What “detox” really means 06:24 – Living in a toxic world 07:39 – Foods to avoid vs. consume 08:41 – Transitioning your diet gradually 09:10 – Plant-based vs. animal-based perspectives 10:44 – Why leafy greens don’t satisfy hunger 12:21 – Fruits vs. greens for energy 13:23 – A typical day of eating 14:58 – Raw hummus and food creativity 16:22 – Plant-based lifestyle transition 17:36 – Favorite foods and recipes 18:51 – Dominican Republic lifestyle discussion 23:55 – The E.A.T. philosophy explained 26:12 – Phytonutrients and detox 27:29 – Acid-forming vs. acidic foods 29:32 – The myth of alkaline water 30:43 – Biggest obstacle to getting well 31:56 – The “outside-in” health mindset 34:23 – Who R.L. helps most 35:31 – Germ theory vs. terrain theory 36:38 – Coaching, programs, and services 37:20 – His new podcast 38:13 – Final thoughts on nature and health

142 Getting Off Medications through Functional Medicine with Dr. Mark Sherwood

Why True Health Means Less Dependence on Medication Most people are taught that managing symptoms is the same as being healthy—but what if that’s not true? In this episode, Dr. Mark Sherwood breaks down how functional medicine shifts the focus from symptom control to root cause healing—empowering people to reduce or eliminate unnecessary medications and take back control of their health. If you're trying to understand why so many people stay stuck on medications long-term, this episode explains what’s missing—and how to fix it. 00:00 – Foundational health habits that actually work 00:43 – Introduction to Dr. Mark Sherwood 01:14 – Background: athlete, SWAT, and transformation 04:00 – Why perspective changes everything in life 06:26 – Early life experiences that shaped success 08:53 – The defining moment: a childhood belief carried forward 11:57 – Transition from baseball to law enforcement 14:13 – SWAT team realities vs Hollywood 15:07 – The Power Team and influencing lives 20:07 – The mission: helping people get off medication 21:23 – What’s wrong with modern medicine 22:35 – What real health actually means 23:48 – Functional medicine explained 27:11 – When medication is useful (and when it’s not) 29:43 – How medications affect natural body functions 31:52 – Hidden risks of common medications 33:19 – Why symptoms don’t equal health 34:11 – The problem with lab numbers 35:00 – Why “normal” may actually mean unhealthy 39:19 – The real drivers of health (you control these) 41:53 – The biggest obstacle: misinformation 45:34 – Stress is a verb, not a noun 48:36 – Why failure should never be the focus 50:35 – How to work with Dr. Sherwood 52:15 – The Kingdom supplement line origin 55:02 – Final advice: start today

141 | Medical Illusions with Dr. Mark Bailey and Autumn McLees

🎧 Podcast Episode Summary What if the way we understand viruses—and how they’re used to explain illness—is incomplete? In this episode of The Dr. Haley Show, Dr. Michael Haley is joined by former clinical research physician Dr. Mark Bailey and holistic health advocate Autumn McLees for a thought-provoking conversation on the virus model, modern medical testing, and what may actually drive disease. Autumn shares her personal experience of being diagnosed with hepatitis C despite having no symptoms or known risk factors—and how that diagnosis led her to question the system and explore alternative explanations for health and illness. Dr. Bailey breaks down how concepts like PCR testing, antibody testing, and “viral isolation” are used in modern medicine, and why he believes these methods deserve closer scrutiny. Together, they explore: How viral diagnoses are made The difference between bacteria and viruses Why testing methods matter The role of environment, lifestyle, and internal health Why taking ownership of your health decisions is critical Whether you agree or disagree, this episode encourages deeper thinking, curiosity, and personal responsibility when it comes to your health. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Health Doesn’t Come in a Prescription Bottle 00:00:16 Welcome to The Dr. Haley Show 00:00:43 Meet Autumn McLees and Dr. Mark Bailey 00:02:25 Why This Conversation Is So Controversial 00:05:04 Why the Virus Model Matters So Much 00:06:21 Autumn’s Hepatitis C Diagnosis Story 00:09:23 The Financial Engine Behind Medical Narratives 00:11:54 What Dr. Mark Bailey Saw in Clinical Research 00:15:46 Are Medications Helping or Just Buying Time? 00:17:22 Autumn’s Wake-Up Call and Turning Point 00:20:15 Bacteria vs. Viruses: What’s the Difference? 00:25:16 Has the Virus Hypothesis Actually Been Disproven? 00:29:56 Why Cell Culture Testing Is So Problematic 00:31:25 What “Virus Isolation” Really Means 00:37:07 How Virus Narratives Distract from Real Health Causes 00:38:44 What Causes Symptoms People Call “Contagious”? 00:42:16 How COVID Was Defined by Tests, Not Symptoms 00:45:03 Autumn’s Practical Advice for Taking Back Your Health 00:47:25 Dr. Mark Bailey’s Call to Action 00:49:19 Final Thoughts on Health and Medical Freedom 00:49:53 Outro

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140 | Autism & Hidden Toxins: A Natural Healing Guide with Dr. Jeffrey Knight

Can hidden toxins, inflammation, and gut health imbalances contribute to autism symptoms? In this episode of the Dr. Haley Show, Dr. Michael Haley speaks with chiropractor and cellular healing specialist Dr. Jeffrey Knight about natural approaches that support children on the autism spectrum. Dr. Knight explains how detoxification, gut health support, and nervous system regulation may help improve behavioral, digestive, and neurological symptoms. The discussion covers heavy metals, environmental toxins, hidden infections, leaky gut, inflammation, and the importance of preparing the body before detox protocols. You’ll learn: • How hidden toxins may affect brain and nervous system function • Why gut health plays a major role in autism symptoms • The connection between inflammation and neurological conditions • How cellular healing supports the body from the inside out • A chiropractic perspective on nervous system regulation • Why detox preparation is essential for safe toxin removal • Natural strategies families are using to support autism recovery Dr. Knight also shares real clinical observations from families who have seen improvements in communication, sleep, digestion, emotional regulation, and social engagement after supporting detox pathways and cellular health. This conversation is valuable for parents seeking natural autism support, integrative health practitioners, and anyone interested in functional medicine approaches to neurological and developmental conditions. CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro — Detox & Preparing the Body 0:26 Welcome to The Dr. Haley Show 0:54 Meet Dr. Jeffrey Knight 2:47 Is Autism Acquired or Present at Birth? 5:10 Conditions That Can Mimic Autism 7:54 Nutrition, Body Chemistry & Brain Health 9:51 Aloe Vera Sponsor Message 10:53 Cellular Healing & Detox Preparation 13:16 Improvements Families Are Seeing 15:16 Hidden Infections Explained 18:26 Eating Close to Nature & Food Guidelines 21:12 Glyphosate, Toxins & Modern Exposure 23:27 Mainstream Medicine vs. Natural Healing 28:36 Above, Down, Inside-Out Healing Philosophy 33:58 Inflammation, Generational Toxicity & Kids Today 38:38 Practical Action Steps for Parents 42:33 Final Thoughts & Outro

139 | Eating Disorders, Ultra-Processed Food & Gut Health: What Actually Heals the Body with Lexi

Is ultra-processed food making mental and gut health worse—especially for kids and teens? In this episode of **The Dr. Haley Show**, Dr. Michael Haley sits down with Lexi, a real-food advocate and social media creator whose personal journey through anorexia led her to uncover a powerful truth: healing doesn’t come from ultra-processed “nutrition,” but from real food, gut health, and mindset change. This conversation isn’t about fad diets, weight loss, vegan vs carnivore, or extreme rules. It’s about stepping back and asking bigger questions about **food, mental health, gut health, faith, and long-term healing**—especially for young people. Lexi shares her experience being diagnosed with anorexia at 13, the harmful nutrition advice she was given, how gut health and serotonin affect mental health, and why so many people relapse when recovery focuses on weight instead of healing. Dr. Haley adds perspective for parents, families, and anyone concerned about how modern food systems are impacting physical and mental health—one bite at a time. In this episode: * Why ultra-processed food can make eating disorder recovery harder * How gut health affects serotonin, mood, and mental health * Why “everything in moderation” often fails people who are struggling * What *real food* actually means in simple terms * How to spot fake food at the grocery store * Better energy alternatives to energy drinks * Why kids and teens are especially vulnerable to food misinformation * How faith, purpose, and mindset play a role in healing The Dr. Haley Show is dedicated to helping you optimize your health by challenging conventional wisdom, exploring root causes, and returning to foundational principles that actually work—nutrition, gut health, lifestyle, and purpose. ### 🎧 EXCLUSIVE LISTENER PERKS Listeners may hear **exclusive coupon codes** for Haley Nutrition products, including raw aloe vera to support gut health and digestion. Visit 👉 **[https://www.haleynutrition.com](https://www.haleynutrition.com)** --- ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 Eating disorder recovery and real food 00:46 Introduction to Lexi Noel 02:13 Lexi’s anorexia story 04:18 Why junk food is not healing food 05:11 Why this matters for kids today 07:13 Gut health and “Buy or Bye” 08:57 Divine Treats and food created by God 10:12 What is real food? 11:37 Aloe vera sponsor break 12:39 Social media, criticism, and influence 16:27 Is processed junk food a sin? 18:43 Life after healing 19:45 New food guidelines and RFK Jr. 20:50 Toxic ingredients and food dyes 21:38 Advice for young people 22:31 Energy drinks and natural energy 24:58 Best healthy food swaps 28:58 Lives changed through better eating 29:50 Bad advice from dietitians 32:23 Faith and healing 33:38 Final message for parents and kids 35:08 Outro

138 | The Hidden Link Between Oral Health and Chronic Disease with Dr. Yolanda Cintron

Dr. Yolanda Cintron is President of the International Center for Dental Excellence in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She has been a dentist for nearly 40 years and a biological dentist for nearly 30 years. Dr. Cintron is a nationally and internationally recognized leader in biological and holistic dentistry. Dr. Cintron is known for integrating advanced restorative, cosmetic, and implant dentistry with a comprehensive, whole-body approach to oral health. Patients travel from across the United States and around the world to seek her expertise in complex, health-focused dental care. Dr. Yolanda Cintron's practice is centered on the identification and removal of oral toxic loads and the restoration and rebuilding of not only the oral cavity, but all systems connected to the mouth. Dr. Cintron’s clinical philosophy is grounded in the understanding that oral health and systemic health are inseparable, and that true healing requires addressing the body as an integrated whole. Through precision diagnostics, biocompatible materials, and evidence-based protocols, she also places strong emphasis on patient education in whole-body wellness—recognizing that when one part of the body is compromised, the entire system is affected. On this podcast, I found out that Dr. Cintron is bold in her faith. She prays for her patients and gives the glory to God. RESOURCES: Visit this episode's blog page: https://drhaley.com/holistic-dentistry/ Visit Dr. Yolanda Cintron – International Center for Dental Excellence https://fortlauderdaledentistry.com/ Documentary: *Root Cause* (available on Tubi) https://tubitv.com/movies/507721/root-cause TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Root Canals and Infection: Opening Clip 00:34 Podcast Intro 01:02 Meet Dr. Yolanda Cintron 04:25 Aloe Vera, Education, and Healing 06:10 Prayer, Spiritual Health, and Healing 09:33 Why Biological Dentists Are Hard to Find 11:00 How Dr. Cintron Became a Biological Dentist 13:35 The Learning Curve in Biological Dentistry 17:19 Aloe Vera Sponsor Break 18:21 Mercury Toxicity and Whole-Body Symptoms 20:46 What Is Biological and Reconstructive Dentistry? 22:00 Hidden Wisdom Tooth Infections 24:19 Removing Root Canals and Rebuilding the Mouth 27:22 Inflammation, PSA, and Dental Meridians 28:23 How Teeth Connect to Organs 30:07 Oral Hygiene and Whole-Body Care 32:15 Root Canal Removal and Bone Regeneration 35:24 Titanium vs. Zirconia Implants 38:30 Clenching, Grinding, and Implant Success 42:06 January 2026 Coupon Code 42:41 Can All Dental Problems Be Fixed? 44:57 Rapid Fire: Fillings, Invisalign, Crowns, and Root Canals 51:31 Sedation Dentistry, Ozone, and Safer Procedures 54:57 When It May Be Time to Change Dentists 56:13 Diet, Sugar, and Cavities 57:06 Long-Distance Consultations 58:35 Final Advice for Patients 59:02 Root Cause Documentary Recommendation 01:02:30 Dr. Haley’s Personal Takeaways 01:04:03 Outro

137 | Super Fitness In Your Seventies with World Champion Jerzy Gregorek

What if you could have better physical performance and less pain 10 years from now? How would you like to have more strength and flexibility in your Seveneties than you had in your 30's? Jerzy Gregorek is a four time world weightlifting champion and co-creator, along with his wife, also a world champion, of "The Happy Body Program"; a program that combines mindful exercise, nutrition, and emotional eating intelligence. RESOURCES: Get the Book "The Happy Body Program" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4jprfBp Visit this episodes blog page: https://drhaley.com/happy-body/ Visit Jerzey Gregorek's website: https://thehappybody.com/ This episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJSKafgKMn8 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro Snip 01:57 What were you awarded by the polish government and why? 03:52 What felt better, being awarded medals for being a freedom fighter or winning medals for powerlifting? 05:25 What power words were spoken into your life that you apply to your life? 07:05 What happened at the first fire you went to that affected you the rest of your life? 09:30 What do you mean by lose everything to gain everything? 10:30 What were Jerzy Gregorek's powerlifting records? 12:12 What are your secrets to success for getting strong? 13:13 What is the "Power" that makes people strong, lean, attractive, and more? 17:00 What is best in the gym for powerlifting, full range of motion repetitions or partial range repetitions? 18:45 Discussion about Jerzy Gregorek's YouTube short of snatch on a balance board 21:35 How do you learn balancing boards using microprogression? 22:35 How does training speed relate to the aging process and dementia? 23:20 What is "senile atrophy? 25:46 What is "Hard Choices, Easy Life. Easy Choices, Hard Life"? 29:36 What is micro-progression and could it be the cure of cerebral palsey? 33:23 What is the "Happy Body: Lifestyle Medicine Program"? 40:00 What is your call to action and where is the best place to go for more information? 46:30 Dr. Haley askes the forbidden question 48:24 What advice do you have for someone that has no motivation and wants to give up?

136 | The Fertility and Birthrate Crisis with Dr. Marina Straszak Suri M.D.

In this podcast we are talking about fertility and its' relationship to the very survival of our species. It is an indicator of the health of a population and important in the survival of the fittest theory... that is "Natural Selection". "Dr. Marina" Straszak Suri has over 30 years of experience as an OBGYN doctor where she takes a holistic functional approach to patient care. She is also an assistant professor at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa. She is author of the book "Optimize Your Fertility Naturally", a holistic guide to achieving a healthy pregnancy. It's a book to help both women and men learn proven lifestyle strategies to help them increase their chance of natural conception and a healthy pregnancy. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro Snip 01:06 Introduce Dr. Marina Strashzak-Suri 03:45 Why aren't people reproducing? 04:58 Fertility rates compared to the National Debt 06:45 What does fertility rate have to do with health? 07:46 how stress interferes with fertility 09:38 How do you manage the stresses that interfere with fertility? 10:50 What is the difference between mainstream medicine and functional medicine? 12:00 How does mainstream medicine manage fertility problems? 16:25 What are some examples of results and testimonials from your work? 18:38 How does your practice work and who can be a patient? 22:08 What is your recommended app for stress management? 23:40 What are the Warrior Versus Worrier gene and what influences them? 25:15 Do you have a favorite genetic test?

135 | I Tested The Food Scanner App Everyone Is Talking About with Galen Karlan-Mason from GreenChoice

On this podcast, we are going to learn how to make better grocery shopping decisions using technology; unless you are a grocery store owner... in which case you can use the same app to choose better products for your store. Our guest, Galen Karlan-Mason, is the CEO and Founder of GreenChoice, found at greenchoice.co, a food intelligence company dedicated to making transparent, evidence-based nutrition and sustainability data accessible to both retailers and shoppers. There is a GreenChoice app you can download and have with you at all times on your phone. RESOURCES: Visit the GreenChoice Website: https://greenchoicenow.com/ Download the GreenChoice App: https://about.greenchoicenow.com/food-scanner-app This episode's blog post: https://drhaley.com/greenchoice/ This episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6KsxW7tkmc TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro Snip 00:59 Introduce Galen Karlan, CEO of GreenChoice 03:18 What is the inspiration behind the GreenChoice app? 09:05 What is GreenChoice and what is the benefit to the shoppers and store owners? 09:48 How does GreenChoice make money? 12:39 Where does the data come from and how do you prevent people from gaming the data? 15:48 Is the data "open source" or crowd sourced? Where does the food green score come from? 20:55 Dr. Haley's update demonstrating the app working which did not work properly during the interview 23:19 Does the app index products that are direct to consumer and not available in stores? 25:57 What is the benefit of GreenChoice over other apps? 28:35 What is the target market? 31:08 What is an example of a food type and the variability of scores in that category? 33:12 Can I program the app to not show me foods with added sugar? 36:25 What is ultra processed foods? 38:28 What did you learn in your analysis of the top 20 retailers in the United States? 41:27 What is the range of scores for frozen pizzas? 42:57 What is our role in determining what foods are available for purchase? 43:43 What is the best place to get the app and find out more?