Is glutamine supplementation safe? Are you concerned about possible side-effects? In today’s episode, I explain what glutamine is, its effect on the brain and body, and why it’s not a safe nutrient for everyone.

Purchasing supplements on Amazon is quick and convenient, with the added benefit of same or next-day delivery. However, the downside of buying on Amazon is the wide variety of counterfeit products from dubious suppliers that can lead to devastating outcomes. Scarcity marketing and influencer hype create conditions that drive people to Amazon where counterfeit supplements thrive, often tainted with questionable ingredients and phony labels.

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Nighttime urination is a common problem across all age groups. It affects men, women, and children. If you find yourself waking up around 3 a.m. or if you have nightly bathroom trips that seem to occur like clockwork every 90 minutes, then this episode is for you. Today I am talking about two overlooked underlying causes of nighttime urination: gut inflammation and breathing problems (specifically sleep apnea).

In this episode you will learn:

• Nighttime urination is common and can be caused by various health issues, but often overlooked causes include gut inflammation and breathing problems
• Gut inflammation can be caused by an overgrowth of inflammatory microorganisms, affecting the microbiome and leading to health problems such as breathing issues
• Sleep apnea can cause nighttime urination as it creates a vacuum in the chest cavity, leading to more urine production
• H. pylori infection can cause a range of symptoms, including acid reflux, which can lead to obstructed breathing and consequently, nighttime urination
• Treating root causes like H. pylori infection and addressing lifestyle factors, such as diet and sleep habits, can help alleviate nighttime urination
  
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Despite the widespread legalization and acceptance of marijuana, there are significant mental health risks associated with its use. Particularly concerning is the rise in marijuana use among young people, potentially harming the developing brain and increasing the risk of schizophrenia. Adults are not exempt, with links found between marijuana use and depression, social anxiety, and even long-lasting mental disorders, including schizophrenia.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Marijuana use, especially among youth, is linked to significant mental health issues, including schizophrenia and depression
• The marketing and normalization of marijuana often mislead people into thinking it is safe, which has led to increased use, especially among young people
• The history of marijuana use has troubling roots in occult practices and is often a gateway to more potent drugs and harmful lifestyles
• Individual responses to marijuana can be influenced by genetic factors, which can lead to adverse effects even in occasional users
• Despite the arguments for legalization, the negative impacts of marijuana on mental health have only increased since its legalization
  
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Today I’m talking about how medications can create imbalances in the body that may be causing you a lot of anxiety and panic attacks. These are common medications many people take daily such as statins, antidepressants, blood pressure medications, and birth control.

For this episode, I will be focusing on antidepressants and birth control, two common medications that are known to have anxiety as a side-effect.

In this episode, I discuss:

• How birth control and antidepressants can alter the gut microbiome, causing issues like leaky gut, killing good bacteria, and causing yeast infections
• Antidepressants lack sufficient safety studies and can increase the risk of chronic anxiety and functional impairment
• A 2019 study revealed that serotonin reuptake inhibitors can have antimicrobial effects on the gut microbiome
• Birth control disrupts the gut microbiome, depletes key nutrients, and can lead to anxiety and panic attacks
• The suppression of natural hormones with synthetic ones in birth control often leads to anxiety and depression in women
• A case study of my client Sara who, through a holistic approach to healing, was able to overcome severe PMDD, anxiety, and depression
• Get a second opinion if you feel your concerns are not being heard, thoroughly research any new medications before taking them, and consider lifestyles changes to avoid them

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In the second episode of my anxiety series, I’m talking about the biochemical imbalances I treat in my clinic that have a tremendous impact on anxiety. Understanding your unique biochemistry, meaning the nutrient imbalances and overloads within your body, is a powerful pathway to healing.

In this episode, I discuss:

• The impact of biochemical imbalances on anxiety
• How your brain is a chemical factory that requires certain nutrients to function optimally
• Methylation is a process that affects neurotransmitter activity and development, and imbalances can lead to anxiety
• Undermethylation and overmethylation are two variables of unbalanced methylation (too few or too many methyl groups)
• Copper toxicity affects mental health by lowering dopamine and increasing norepinephrine in the brain
• Zinc deficiency is linked to low neurotransmitter function, which can cause chronic anxiety
• Pyrrole disorder is a mood and stress disorder that results in deficiency of zinc and vitamin B6 that can cause high anxiety

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Hello everyone, and happy new year! After taking some time off to move my offices, I am officially back.

I’m thrilled to support you with more great content this year. I’d love to hear from you if you have a specific topic you’d like me to focus on. You can email us at info@eatfor.life with your thoughts.

In my clinic, I treat several conditions, including but not limited to autoimmune diseases, OCD, ADHD, autism, and depression. However, the one that stands out as the biggest struggle for many people is anxiety. Therefore, for the next several episodes, I am going to delve deep into the underlying causes and drug-free treatment options to help you overcome this often debilitating condition.

In this episode, I discuss:

• The bi-directional connection between the gut and brain, and how an underdeveloped connection can cause anxiety
• The role stress hormones play in promoting the growth of pathogenic gut bacteria
• The benefits of GABA supplementation during stressful conditions
• The need to address the root lifestyle causes of dysbiosis in the gut microbiome rather than just treating the symptoms
• The importance of diet in managing anxiety
• How excessive exercise can increase anxiety

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The very mention of parasites can often send shivers down one's spine. However, the truth is that we all have them and they are an essential part of our internal ecosystem. It is only when our microbial terrain becomes unbalanced, due to a wide variety of factors, that they can become problematic.

Parasites are highly intelligent organisms with complex skill sets that are far more advanced than previously believed. Parasitic infections are not limited to underdeveloped countries with poor access to clean water and hygiene products. Even developed countries like the United States also have high rates of parasitic infections. However, because parasites can cause a wide variety of symptoms, many people do not realize that their symptoms may be linked to these infections.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The definition of a parasite and the different types
• The various ways in which a person may be infected by a parasite
• Common symptoms associated with a parasite infection, including those related to mental health
• The importance of liver health and drainage pathways in treating chronic parasite infections
• The impact of hormones and neurotransmitters on parasite activity
• The order in which to address parasite infections to achieve success without medication
• The importance of a safe environment, non-toxic food, and mental health in parasite treatment
• The inadequacy of medication in treating chronic parasite infections

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