Ancient Health Podcast

Expert in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chris Motley, joins to explore the crucial link between brain health, gut health, and cognitive issues like ADHD and depression. He shares insights on how detoxification impacts brain function and discusses the dangers of metal toxicity and its relation to neurological disorders. Chris emphasizes the importance of nutrition in mental health, suggesting holistic approaches and dietary adjustments to combat deficiencies. Get ready for eye-opening tips on supporting brain wellness!

Dr. Mark Hyman is a functional medicine doctor, New York Times best-selling author and creator of the Pegan Diet. In his latest book he shares how to reclaim your health by combining principles from both paleo and vegan diets. Tune into learn about the health transformations he has seen from thousands of patients by using food and medicine. Plus, he and Dr. Axe discuss the supplements they recommend to boost your immune system.

Dr. Will Cole returns to the show today to share his expertise on intermittent and intuitive fasting. Dr. Cole is a functional medicine doctor, best-selling author and expert on fasting. Tune into learn about how autophagy can allow the body to heal itself and why fasting is important for cellular regeneration, stem cell activation, longevity and more. Dr. Cole and Dr. Axe also share their favorite supplements to support healthy fasting.

Jillian Michaels is back on the show this week to share her philosophy on fitness, nutrition and how to achieve weight loss goals through a consistent routine. Tune into hear her tips on how to get started on your fitness journey and the types of exercises she recommends. Plus, Jillian and Dr. Axe discuss the importance of setting achievable goals.

On the release date of his new book, Ancient Remedies, Dr. Axe is giving you some key insights into how time-tested principles rooted in ancient traditions have a variety of healing properties. Tune into learn how watching his family struggle with illness led him to become a Doctor of Natural Medicine and how his new book can serve as a reference guide for more than 70 conditions. Make sure to order your copy at draxe.com/ancientremedies

Co-founder of Ancient Nutrition and one of Dr. Axe’s closest friends, Jordan Rubin, joins the show today to share his expertise in ancient principles that allowed him to overcome multiple autoimmune conditions. Jordan and Dr. Axe discuss the top ten ancient foods, herbs and mushrooms that have tremendous benefits. Tune into learn how and why you should incorporate these superfoods into your diet for optimal health.

Listener-favorite Dr. Chris Motley is back this week to dive deep into the microbiome. Dr. Motley and Dr. Axe discuss parasites, viruses, candida and other issues that start in the gut and can cause bloating, brain fog, joint issues and various other issues. Dr. Motley shares how he identifies ailments with different organ systems and the methods he has used to heal patients. He and Dr. Axe also discuss the top ayurvedic supplements, herbs, diet changes and other treatment protocols to overcome microbiome issues. Learn even more from Dr. Axe's new book, Ancient Remedies, available for pre-order and draxe.com/ancientremedies and find out more about Dr. Motley's virtual practice at doctormotley.com.

Dr. Axe is joined by his younger brother, Dr. Jordan Axe, on today’s episode. Dr. Jordan Axe has followed in his brother’s footsteps pursuing a career in holistic medicine. The two discuss their upbringing and health issues Jordan battled as a kid that led him to the path of functional medicine. Tune into hear how Jordan healed eczema, acne, thyroid issues, sinus problems and more and is now using his personal experience to heal patients at Axe Holistic Medicine.

Dr. Paul Saladino joins the show today to share his personal health journey that led him to the Carnivore diet and how this diet can reverse autoimmunity, chronic inflammation and mental health issues. Dr. Saladino shares the ancestral roots of a nose-to-tail diet and how plant toxins impact health. Tune into learn about the benefits of incorporating meat, organs and more into your diet to optimize health and support regenerative ecosystems. Learn more about Dr. Saladino’s book, The Carnivore Code, and his supplement brand, Heart & Soil, at carnivoremd.com.

On this week’s episode, Dr. Axe dives deep into how leaky gut can cause myriad health issues from headaches to mood disorders to IBS and more. Dr. Axe shares how certain symptoms might not be directly related to the gut but can cause issues that lead to autoimmune disease. Tune into learn about herbs, supplements and lifestyle changes are most important to support health and immunity from the root by healing the gut.