Integrative You Radio

Brain & Gut Connection: It’s Not All About Diet & Supplements

This week on Integrative Wellness Radio, Join Dr. Nicole Rivera and Dr. Nick Carruthers as they dive into the gut and brain connection. The duo discusses how our body is interconnected with all of our organs working as a whole. Tune in to more about the "control center" aka the brain and its relationship with the gut, more importantly, some things you can do on your own to help improve that connection!
Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022 
Noteworthy Time Stamps:
02:52 Every organ is interconnected
08:47 Overworked brain stresses everything else
9:23 The two-way street
16:21 What is the lymphatic system?
19:02 How to activate your vagus nerve?
24:00 Scar issue being the culprit
26:25 It’s time to take a different approach

Encore Episode: The Real Cause To Your Chronic Pain Part 2

Today on Integrative wellness radio, we continue the conversation with part 2 of the pain series with Dr. Nicole and Dr. Nick. Last week the duo talked about the emotional and physical ties to pain. In part 2 we go more into how infections can present themselves in the form of pain, in particular in the lower back and knee pain. 
Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022 
Noteworthy Time Stamps:
02:00 Where does pain really stem from?
07:50 All symptoms are connected
15:13 Your immune system is in charge of everything
20:35 Phantom pain and its origins
23:15 We need to be conscious of our sleeping environment
30:35 You don’t have to live with toxicity forever
35:55 The special care for your liver
43:56 IWG’s Goal

Encore Episode: The Real Cause To Your Chronic Pain Part 1

Physical pain can be of all sorts and severities. But what’s common in all types of pain is that it is not linear or one-dimensional. This week on Integrative Wellness Radio. Dr. Nicole & Dr. Nick dive into a two-part podcast on pain. In this part, the duo dissects how pain can stem from different avenues in our body from stress or emotional baggage we keep holding on to.
Dr. Nick sheds light on ways we deal with stress and how that can physically manifest in the body, using the Demartini Method. Tune in to the whole episode to get a better insight.
Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022 
Noteworthy Time Stamps:
02:35 Our biggest disservice
05:18 Most physical problems don’t have a physical cause
08:44 Our animalistic nature
12:40 A patient’s story
18:00 Ask those uncomfortable questions
22:57 Pain is a feedback mechanism
24:51 “The Breakthrough Experience”

How Addiction is linked to Dopamine Deficiency

Addiction can come in all shapes and sizes: addiction to drugs, unhealthy foods, or even bad health practices. This week on Integrative Wellness Radio. Dr. Nicole is shedding light on the topic of addiction with the question of “How” & “Why” addiction happens. She links it with how people with dopamine and other hormonal deficiencies stand a greater risk of falling victim to all sorts of addiction.
The doctor then explains how conventional medicine overlooks your body as a whole and why prescribing antidepressants in response to things like addiction can play a role in causing neurological issues in the long run. Tune in to this episode to get a better insight.
Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022
Noteworthy Time Stamps:
02:35 You don’t know what you don’t know
04:33 Your symptoms are real
07:18 It’s not your fault
11:48 A patient’s story
17:34 The 3 things your brain needs
27:43 Addiction is not normal brain function
33:20 What happens when dopamine gets too high?
40:35 How Bioresonance technology helps
51: Healthcare should be about answers

How to Hack your Sleep Issues

Feeling fatigued or never wake up feeling refreshed? Today on Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole talks about how your sleep disorders might be connected to overwhelmed organs. She also discusses the different toxins, habits, and environmental factors that play a role in the quality and quantity of our sleep.
The doctor then shares some real-life stories from her clinical practice and gives us an insight into how conventional medicine often overlooks the human body as a whole and takes the “one pill fits all” approach. Tune in to the whole episode to learn more.Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022
Noteworthy Time Stamps:
01:30 Sleep issues tied to your organ clock
04:15 There’s limited testing when it comes to sleep
07:11 We should not normalize our symptoms 
14:57 A real patient’s story
18:23 3 things our brain needs
27:53 The role of toxicity with sleep issues
30:22 Darkness is your friend
35:39 Myths about mental health & sleep
47:33 Most of your serotonin is in your gut
54:03 EMFs and their effect on sleep
58:00 Healthcare is about answers & solutions

Breast Implant Illness and Mold Toxicity

Originally launched as a webinar, this week Integrative Wellness Radio brings you an episode on the correlation between breast implant illness and mold toxicity. Dr. Nicole gives us a bird’s eye view of different types of implants and the adverse effects they can have on the human body long term.
She also covers the many different ways breast implant illness can present itself and the impact the toxins in breast implants can have. Tune in to the whole episode to learn more.
Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022
Noteworthy Time Stamps:
01:44 This is a judgment-free on implants
04:03 It’s not always the implant itself
05:17 Not everyone with implants has issues
08:29 There’s always a root cause to your diagnosis
13:23 A case study
15:32 Symptoms of breast implant illness
16:25 Different types of breast implants 
22:30 Dr. Nicole’s migraine discovery
27:03 Misconceptions about implants
32:18 Calcification and toxins in breasts
36:43 It’s not just about mold
42:30 Toxins in breast implants
49:31 You don’t know what you don’t know
55:30 Everybody values something different

Encore Episode: Connecting the Dots of POTS Syndrome

On this episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, join Dr. Nicole as she sheds light on the topic of POTS or Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, a condition where the heart rate increases on changing your posture, often causing dizziness or fainting. Once considered a very rare condition, Dr. Nicole explains why there is a huge influx of individuals (mostly women) with the disease today and why it has become more and more common. She uncovers some of the environmental, physical, and biochemical factors contributing to POTS. Tune in to learn more about the symptoms and how you can take better care of yourself.Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022
Noteworthy Time Stamps:
01:03 Influx of women with POTS
02:23 The compounding effect that contributes to the onset of POTS 
02:52 Varying degrees and key symptoms of POTS
04:53 Autonomic Response Testing at IWG
06:49 Adrenal function and POTS
08:44 The catalyst that sets the symptoms in motion
9:45 Getting a bird’s eye view of the vascular system
10:51 Connective tissue issues’ impact on the vascular system
13:05 POTS is not a mystery with the right testing

Encore Episode: Antibiotic Resistance on the Rise

This week on Integrative Wellness Radio, we are joined by Dr. Nick and Dr. Nicole as they dive into antibiotic resistance and why it is on the rise. Dr. Nicole identifies some of the chemicals that are contributing to the ineffectiveness of antibiotics AND impacting the bacterial diversity in our bodies.
Dr. Nick shares some tips to help us reduce our daily exposure and briefs on how these toxins not only affect us physically but also take a toll on our mental and emotional health. Tune in to learn more about how to help strengthen and protect your body's immune system. Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022
Noteworthy Time Stamps:
02:03 Antibiotic exposure in your food
04:51 What is the microbiome?
06:48 The push and pull of eliminating bad microbes
9:00 Overexposure to these chemicals impacts mental & emotional health
11:22 Helping people achieve a better functioning brain
13:33 Finding the root cause
15:53 Stress is stress
20:58 Tools to create more balance in your body
25:30 Getting the bad stuff out and the good stuff in
29:03 The quality of food, not the quantity of it
33:30 What you put on your skin counts too

Encore Episode: The Side Effects of the Keto Diet that No One is Talking About

On today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole discusses the infamous Keto Diet. While the Keto Diet has proven to be beneficial for weight loss, mental health, and repairing cells it might act as the complete opposite for individuals who have foundational health issues. 
During this episode, she uncovers some of the adverse side effects that are often caused by the keto diet and details out why some people react differently or experience “Keto-Flu”. If you are considering going keto, this is a must-listen.Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2022
Noteworthy Time Stamps:
01:03 The benefits of a ketogenic diet
04:01 Healthy and not so healthy ways to go into ketosis
06:20 Possible adverse reactions of keto
07:13 Does your body know how to burn fat?
8:37 Burning fat releases toxins
9:43 There is toxicity all around us
13:30 Clearing the filtration systems of your body
16:00 Is toxicity the issue? There’s testing available
18:43 Be your own health advocate
19:36 Symptoms of a failed filtration system
21:30 How to get your filtration system working again
24:50 Exploring a modified version of keto

Encore Episode: You‘re Not Fat, You‘re Toxic

Feeling some extra baggage after the holidays? It might not be what you think. On this episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, the doctors explain that some of the extra pounds on the scale aren’t fat, but a result of inflammation caused by accumulated toxins in the body. 
But what does that mean? What does toxic buildup look like? Dr. Nick dissects the human lymphatic system and gives us a deep insight into what causes cellulite and the so-called fat pockets that remain even after clean eating and hitting the gym. Dr. Nicole gives us insight into where these toxins generally originate from and how we can avoid them in the first place. Learn more by tuning in to the whole episode.Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021Noteworthy Time Stamps:
01:45 What does toxic buildup look like?
02:54 Your body can’t lose fat if it’s toxic
06:47 Where are the most common toxins coming from?
13:02 Physiology of the brain and its need to detox
15:34 What is stripping your gut of good bacteria
18:04 Organic? GMO? Your food choices are important
19:05 You need a strategy to detox
20:55 Foundational issues need to be addressed
26:03 No detoxing to “retoxing” 

Encore Episode: Reversing The Aging Process... Is It Possible?

Today, on Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole & Dr. Nick tackle one of the most common questions our society asks: how do we reverse or prevent aging? Dr. Nick discusses some holistic approaches to slow aging and gives us a scientific insight into how some of these tools and ways can rejuvenate us from the inside out.
Dr. Nicole weighs in on some of our daily habits that might contribute to our untimely aging. She also shares some products and DIY hacks that can help balance out hormones, improve cellular health, and encourage detoxification, helping us look and feel younger longer. Tune in to the whole episode to learn more!Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021
Noteworthy Time Stamps:
01:47 Hydration & the quality of it
03:30 Bluelight-blocking glasses
05:38 Melatonin is not just a sleeping hormone
10:01 Some benefits of Infrared Sauna
11:17 What lymph congestion looks like on your body
12:29 3 tips to breaking up this lymph blockage
14:01 Ridding the “ripple effect” of cellulite 
17:40 How wrinkles are created
19:16 How cupping helps detox
21:57 Healthy cells, healthy body

Encore Episode: Why Are You Not Getting Better?

On today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole discusses why some of us have been failed by conventional medicine. She gives us a deep insight into why we hit plateaus with our health and how this failure causes us to question and doubt ourselves.
Dr. Nicole takes us back to the time when she followed the “perfect” diet & supplement regime but still felt exhausted and continued to hit roadblocks. She breaks down the filtration systems of the human body and dissects why some of the most important organs in our body are overlooked in conventional medicine and even functional medicine. Listen in to learn more.
Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021
Noteworthy Time Stamps:
00:30 Integrative medicine as the first step
03:06 You’re not aging, you’re missing a part of the puzzle
05:10 It’s not just diet and supplements
08:15 Focusing on the body’s “filters” (It’s not just your liver)
13:24 The real reason your body is more resilient when you’re young
15:00 Some tips to decipher if your body is taxed
20:29 Signs your liver is overwhelmed
25:00 “Don’t fix it until it’s broken”
26:30 Tips to detox
31:12 Slimming down your toxin intake
35:30 Testing at IWG

Dealing with loss during the holiday season

On today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Nick discuss one of the most challenging things in life, bearing the loss of someone we love. The holidays can be an especially hard time for those dealing with grief. So with the holiday season upon us, the couple sheds light on why grief is the body’s normal response and how overcoming it can help us cherish the memories we made with our loved ones. Dr. Nick shares his inspiring story on how he coped with his personal losses and how the Demartini Method has helped him and those around him. He gives us a scientific insight into how our body reacts to tragedy and debunks some of the common myths surrounding grief and loss. Dr. Nicole briefs us on how our physical body also bears the burden of loss and how some of the fundamental issues with our health can lead to even bigger mental stress during the loss of a loved one. Tune in to learn more.Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021
Noteworthy Time Stamps:
00:49 Things that we can’t ignore
02:15 A fresh perspective on grief and loss
04:35 Dr. Nick’s story
13:30 We don’t know what we don’t know
15:00 The conventional tools
20:46 Debunking myths around grief and loss
28:01 Grief is complicated
30:54 The quality of your life is based on the quality of questions you ask
36:08 Fear: False Evidence Appearing Real
40:30 No one is in perfect health
42:57 Leverage better questions & better testing
47:55 Top three takeaways
55:00 Overcoming the “I’m not enough” mindset at IWG

Encore Episode: Are Your Health Symptoms Connected to Your Dental Issues?

On today’s episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Nick discuss the correlation between common symptoms and oral health that no one is talking about.The duo explains how your oral cavity is connected to all of your other body systems and details how this could be creating a ripple effect on your health. Listen in to find out how dental procedures play a role in the onset of symptoms, the impacts of your dental fillings, and what you can do today to begin to reverse the effects.
Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021
Noteworthy Time Stamps:
01:43 The catalyst behind your symptoms
03:50 Drastic impact your oral cavity has on your health
07:44 Your mouth and your digestive system
10:13 Considering anatomy when looking at your symptom
12:40 Do you drool?
14:03 The effects of having an abundance of dental fillings
20:27 The infectious bacteria hiding in every root canal
24:55 How to get your fillings removed properly
26:33 At home tip: Detox Deo
29:30 The truth behind eating “too much sugar”
30:20 Dr. Nick’s favorite toothpaste
31:13 Tip for excessive drooling
32:45 We don’t guess, we test

How to Prepare for Pregnancy Mentally & Physically

Originally launched as a webinar, this week Integrative Wellness Radio is giving you an episode on how to prepare for pregnancy. Dr. Nicole and her guest discuss the best nutrients to facilitate fertility, how you may need to detox before “trying”, and the all too common topic of infertility. Dr. Nicole explains the potential root causes of infertility & how mentally preparing for pregnancy is just as important as preparing for it physically. This episode debunks some of the widespread misinformation around pregnancy and gives you an inside look at Dr. Nicole’s very own pregnancy.Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021
Noteworthy Time Stamps:
01:30 Dr. Nicole’s personal story
08:38 You can’t give what you don’t have
10:30 The elephant in the room (it’s stress)
11:40 Coreen’s pregnancy journey
15:03 Uncommon causes + contributing factors of infertility
18:15 Infertility is not just a hormone issue
21:55 Systemic inflammation and endometriosis
25:48 Everyday toxins and hormone disrupters
41:00 Morning sickness? Bad blood sugar
43:14 Infertility is not bad luck
44:50 Asking for help
46:32 Q&A

Overcoming Anxiety & Depression using the Demartini Method

Previously launched as a webinar! 
This week on Integrative Wellness Radio, we are sharing a very special webinar recorded earlier this year. Dr. Nick is joined by former IWG Client Services Director, Valeria LaBarbera as they discuss how to overcome anxiety and depression using the Demartini Method. For the first twenty minutes, Dr. Nick geeks out and gets deep into the science of the method. Then the pair share personal stories, discuss the causes of anxiety and depression, and debunk common myths around it. Dr. Nick also weaves in the tools needed to utilize the method in daily life and breaks down the quality questions you can start asking to overcome anxiety and depression.Interested in working with IWG? Book a complimentary consult call to learn more using this link: https://bit.ly/IWRcall2021
Noteworthy Time Stamps:
0:45 Anxiety and depression are generalized in our society
2:01 The science behind anxiety and depression
3:55 What is the Demartini Method
6:44 How the Demartini Method differs from a traditional approach
10:20 Why and how we view the world based on our values
15:50 Evaluating situations where you feel anxious
22:00 It’s impossible to have “control” over your emotions
23:16 The 3 things you can control
26:23 Myths about anxiety and depression
25:37 Val’s personal story about anxiety and depression
30:30 Dr. Nick’s story with anxiety and depression
34:50 How anxiety and depression are related
39:27 How the anxieties of other people can impact you
43:35 The difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset
49:35 Neutralizing anxiety and depression
58:36 Linking is how we change our perceptions
59:19 Top 3 takeaways
1:04:40 Demartini success story
1:11:17 Q&A from the audience