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The Celiac Project PodcastThe Celiac Project Podcast - Ep 343: 2 Guys Talking Gluten FreeMike and Cam welcome Dr. Travis Wilkes M.D., Medical Director of empowerDX, a leader in at home medical tests. Dr. Wilkes shares how empowerDX got started, and their mission to support consumers to better collaborate with their doctors. In addition to having a plethora of at-home test kits, empowerDX has a very specialized celiac gene test. They have an eye opening conversation about helpful ways that you can become a more active participant in your healthcare.2022-10-1229 min
Gluten Free NewsNew At-Home Test to Collaborate with your DoctorOn today's Celiac Project Podcast:Mike and Cam welcome Dr. Travis Wilkes M.D., Medical Director of empowerDX, a leader in at-home medical tests. Dr. Wilkes shares how empowerDX got started, and their mission to support consumers to better collaborate with their doctors. In addition to having a plethora of at-home test kits, empowerDX has a very specialized celiac gene test. They have an eye opening conversation about helpful ways that you can become a more active participant in your healthcare.Full episode here: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/celiacprojectpodcast2022-10-1202 min
the empowered podcastEpisode 032: The FIRST thing you need to know to become emotionally healthyAre you one of many affected by the current mental health crisis? Do you often feel sad, anxious, stressed, or alone? In this episode, Austin and Erin sit down to chat with Amy Work, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Registered Play Therapist. Amy helps kids, teens, and adults dealing with mental health issues cultivate self-compassion.
To learn more or reach out to Amy R. Work, LCMHC, RPT, visit her website at www.renewedcounseling.net. Amy is licensed in the state of NC and serves clients in that area.
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Association for...2022-03-1829 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 031: Real-Time Pandemic Update With a Friendly PhD ScientistIt's been two years since COVID-19 began spreading in the U.S., and while we've learned a lot about the virus behind it all, there are still new questions – and answers – every day.
On this episode of the empowered podcast, we have special guest Dr. Steve Kleiboeker, a PhD Scientist within the Eurofins community. We'll reflect on where we've been in this pandemic (COVID-19 and all its variants, along with developments in vaccinations and testing) and discuss where we are now, including the recent spike in cases. How do the numbers stand as we speak?
It's...2022-03-1721 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 030: Assessing Firefighter’s Exposure to Harmful PFAS ChemicalsFirefighters face many hazards in their everyday jobs – but “forever chemicals” in their environment could be putting their health at even greater risk.
On the empowered podcast, our panel of experts explores how the firefighting community is regularly exposed to PFAS forever chemicals. We’ll dive into the evidence-based links to long-term health issues, and chat about the best way to self-test for more than 40 compounds in the blood from anywhere in the U.S.
Order our self-collected PFAS Exposure™ Blood Test today!2022-02-2543 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 029: Experience Your Best Energy Levels With Blood Sugar BalanceCould your diet be impacting your energy levels? And could balancing your blood sugar give you the boost you need to get through your day? On this episode of the empowered podcast, Austin and Erin sit down with Ginny Reddick Streib, a nutrition and wellness coach, to get the scoop on how you can keep those blood sugar levels in check to feel your best.
Order your Diabetes Risk (HbA1c) Test and our brand new Inflammation, Heart & Diabetes Risk Test today!2022-02-1832 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 028: Weight Inclusive: How to Achieve Health Goals Without the ScaleSpoiler alert: weight loss isn’t everything when it comes to achieving your health goals. Today on the podcast, we ditch the scale and chat with Brittany Jones, a registered dietitian, about the weight-inclusive movement and how it can transform how you think about health and wellness.
In today’s diet-obsessed culture, it can be hard to know whether you’ve slipped into an unhealthy relationship with food and weight. Take Brittany’s 2-minute quiz and check-in with yourself and your attitudes about food, nutrition, and wellness: https://www.fyrebox.com/play/e2do9jdbebxye7jl0l/ *
*T...2022-02-0437 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 027: Your Thyroid Part 4: Hyperthyroidism & Graves Disease ExplainedBack in episode 23, we covered what happens when your thyroid doesn’t produce enough hormone – but what happens if your thyroid is overactive and produces too much hormone?
In this episode of the empowered podcast, Austin, Erin, and Dr. Travis Wilkes take on hyperthyroidism and Graves disease – exploring what it is, how it gets diagnosed, and what you can do to take action.
Order your Advanced Thyroid Test today!2022-01-1913 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 026: Seasonal Affective Disorder: Winter Blues, Depressed Mood, And How To Fix It.Struggling with the winter blues? On this episode of the empowered podcast, we dive into seasonal affective disorder, explore how it affects your mood during the colder months, and find out what you can do to fix it. Test your vitamin D or mental vitality levels from the comfort of your home.2022-01-1914 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 025: Do I Have PFAS Forever Chemicals In My Blood?Wondering how certain chemicals in your environment may impact your health? On this special edition of the empowered podcast, our panel of experts explores where PFAS chemicals like PFOA (C8), PFOS and GenX are lurking in your environment, and discuss how you can test your levels from the comfort of home.
Click here to order the first ever self-collected PFAS Exposure Blood Test from empowerDX. Qualitatively assess more than 40 forever chemicals with a single kit. Request bulk PFAS orders here. 2021-12-2853 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 024: Omicron Variant Update From a PhD ScientistGot questions about the Omicron variant? This week, we’re doing a special update on the empowered podcast with Dr. Steve Kleiboeker, PhD, who helped develop the most sensitive PCR test on the market. Together, we'll find out what the new variant is, what it means for the pandemic, and what you can do to take action.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-12-2125 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 023: Your Thyroid Part 3: Hashimoto's Disease Explained (Thyroiditis)In this episode of the empowered podcast, Austin, Erin, and Dr. Travis Wilkes return to their discussion about Hashimoto's Disease. What are some popular misconceptions about Hashimoto's Disease? How is it diagnosed?
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-11-1816 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 022: What's Causing My Fatigue, Headaches, Sleep Problems & Brain Fog?In this episode of the empowered podcast, Austin, Erin, and Dr. Travis Wilkes chat with the rest of the EmpowerDX team to discuss popular symptoms and the recommended testing to help nail down exactly what's going on in your body.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-11-1139 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 021: The Origin Story Of The Most Sensitive COVID Test In The USOn this episode, Austin and Erin chat with Dr. Steve Kleiboeker, who led the team that developed the most sensitive COVID test in the US, about how the test was developed, what goes into the test, and Austin and Erin get Dr. Kleiboeker's thoughts on the Delta Variant.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-10-2131 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 020: Your Thyroid Part 2: HypothyroidismIn this episode of the Empowered Podcast, Austin, Erin, and Dr. Wilkes take a deep dive into the symptoms of hypothyroidism, testing, and how to fix an underactive thyroid gland.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-09-3021 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 019: Your Thyroid Part I: How It Works, Common Symptoms, TSH, Iodine & Home TestingAustin, Erin, and Dr. Wilkes shine a spotlight on your thyroid, how it works, common symptoms of hyperthyroidism, and the importance of at-home testing.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-09-2317 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 018: Delta Variant Update: Vaccine Safety, Breakthrough Cases, Infection Severity & Mu Variant ExplainedIn this episode, Austin, Erin, and Dr. Travis Wilkes discuss updates on the Delta variant, how FDA approval and emergency use authorization works, companies mandating vaccinations, and the amount of new cases in children.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-09-1730 min
the empowered podcastEpisode 017: Top 5 Most Common Nutrient Deficiencies & How to Fix ThemAustin, Erin, and special guest Dr. Peg Daly go over the 5 most common nutrient deficiencies and how to counteract them. Dr Daly is a family medicine practitioner. With her background in many other areas of study, she is the perfect blend of natural medicine and conventional medicine.
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The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please co...2021-08-3050 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 016: The COVID-19 Delta & Lambda Variant, ExplainedAustin, Erin, and Dr. Wilkes talk about the latest variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, along with best practices for ways you can reduce the spread.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-08-1623 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 015: The Ultimate Guide to Fats: Fatty Acids You Should Eat Everyday + How to Test Your LevelsAustin and Erin talk with special guest Dr. Michael Dansinger about the fats to avoid and the fats that should be a part of your diet.
Dr. Michael Dansinger is a nationally recognized nutrition, wellness and disease prevention expert focused on lifestyle coaching for weight loss and related medical problems. He serves as Founding Director of the Diabetes Reversal Program at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Wellness Director at Boston Heart Diagnostics, and is a nutrition, diabetes, and obesity expert for WebMD. Dr. Dansinger was the nutrition doctor for NBC's "The Biggest Loser" for 10 years, and designer...2021-08-1328 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 014: APOE Part II: the Science Behind the Alzheimer's Risk GeneIn this special episode of the empowered podcast, Erin Jerger and Dr. Travis Wilkes have the opportunity to chat with Dr. Ernie Schaefer. They take a deeper dive into what the APOE gene is and how it affects your risk of the Alzheimer's or dementia gene.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-07-1615 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 013: APOE Part I: the Alzheimer's, Dementia & Heart Disease GeneIn this episode, Austin and Erin take a look at what exactly APOE is, and give a brief lesson on genes and what they do for our body.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-07-1611 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 012: Reduce Your Inflammation Levels: Root Causes, Lifestyle Remedies, Tests to TakeIn this episode of the empowered podcast, the team discusses the different aspects of inflammation. Where does it come from? What causes it? What are some ways to decrease inflammation? These questions and more are answered on today's podcast.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-06-2828 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 012: Reduce Your Inflammation Levels: Root Causes, Lifestyle Remedies, Tests to TakeIn this episode of the empowered podcast, the team discusses the different aspects of inflammation. Where does it come from? What causes it? What are some ways to decrease inflammation? These questions and more are answered on today's podcast.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-06-2228 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 011: MTHFR Gene: Folate, Fertility, Heart Disease & MigrainesIn this episode, the Austin, Erin, and Dr. Travis Wilkes dive into the MTHFR Gene and some of the things that are associated with it.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-06-1532 minthe empowered podcastthe empowered podcast | trailerHealth and wellness can be complicated – but you don’t have to live without answers to your most pressing health questions. Each week, tune in to the empowered podcast to get real health answers from real experts, and learn more about how you can take control of your health and become your best self.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-06-0201 min
Passage to Profit Show - Road to EntrepreneurshipFrom the Iraq War to the Big Screen with Actor, Kevin Interdonato, 05-30-21In this episode, hear from Kevin Interdonato, an actor, writer, producer and a combat veteran of the Iraq War, serving in Baghdad 2004. Kevin’s acting projects include The Sopranos, Law and Order, CSI:NY etc. He is a major recurring character in Season 2 of Showtime series ‘City On a Hill’, which began on March 28th. The show is produced by Ben Affleck and stars Kevin Bacon and Aldis Hodge. Kevin is dedicated to inspiring others and showing them that it’s possible to reintegrate into society and overcome the stress that comes from challenging moments in our life. For Kevin, th...2021-06-0153 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 010: Ask Your Doctor Literally AnythingIn this special episode of the empowered podcast, the Austin, Erin, and Dr. Travis Wilkes answer the most embarrassing questions from the whole EmpowerDX team.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-05-2643 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 009: Your Optimized Immune System Part 6: Evidence-Backed SupplementsIn this series of episodes, Austin, Erin, and Dr. Travis Wilkes take a deep dive into the immune system. What it is, how it works, and what is going on in your body every day. Today the team dives into different supplements to help your immune system that are backed by evidence.
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The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a h...2021-05-0419 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 008: Your Optimized Immune System Part 5: How & Why to Reduce Your Stress LevelIn this series of episodes, Austin, Erin, and Dr. Travis Wilkes take a deep dive into the immune system. What it is, how it works, and what is going on in your body every day. Today the team takes a look into stress and how it relates to your immune system.
Is your body more stressed than you know? Order your at-home inflammation test today, and empower yourself to feel your best.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have q...2021-04-2718 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 007: Your Optimized Immune System Part 4: Sleep Hacks & Nighttime TipsIn this series of episodes, Austin, Erin, and Dr. Travis Wilkes take a deep dive into the immune system. What it is, how it works, and what is going on in your body every day. Everyone's other favorite topic, sleep, is broken down and discussed.
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The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of U...2021-04-1915 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 006: Your Optimized Immune System Part 3: Why The Foods You Eat MatterIn this series of episodes, Austin, Erin, and Dr. Travis Wilkes take a deep dive into the immune system. What it is, how it works, and what is going on in your body every day. Everyone's favorite topic, the foods that you eat, is the main focus of this episode.
Explore all at-home health tests from empowerDX, including our Vitamin D test.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. V...2021-04-1516 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 005: Your Optimized Immune System Part 2: Exercise + Physical ActivityIn this series of episodes, Austin, Erin, and Dr. Travis Wilkes take a deep dive into the immune system. What it is, how it works, and what is going on in your body every day. Exercise and Physical activity is the main focus of this episode.
Explore all at-home health tests from empowerDX, including our Vitamin D test.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms o...2021-04-1413 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 004: Your Optimized Immune System Part 1: From Birth to Microbiome DiversityIn this series of episodes, Austin, Erin, and Dr. Travis Wilkes take a deep dive into the immune system. What it is, how it works, and what is going on in your body every day.
Explore all at-home health tests from empowerDX, including our Vitamin D test.
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-04-1216 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 003: Are you low in vitamin D? Symptoms, Supplements & TestingAustin Alvarez, Erin Jerger, and Dr. Travis Wilkes discuss the various effects vitamin D has on the body, where it comes from and how it works, and the best ways to find out if you're deficient in vitamin D.
Measure your Vitamin D level with our finger prick collection test!
The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-04-0622 min
The Hard Way With Joe De SenaDo you Need a Code of Conduct? FBI's Former Asst. Dir. of Counterintelligence Says Yes.Joe De Sena talks to Frank Figliuzzi. He was the asst. dir. of counterintelligence at the FBI, where he served 25 years as a special agent and directed all espionage investigations across the government. He is the author of the national bestseller “The FBI Way: Inside the Bureau’s Code of Excellence.” Today he and Joe De Sena ( founder & CEO of Spartan) talk about why a code of conduct matters and how you create one that works in your business or family. It boils down to his Seven C’s”: Code, Conservancy, Clarity, Consequences, Compassion, Credibility, and Consistency. This episo...2021-04-0631 minthe empowered podcastEpisode 002: Do I need COVID-19 testing after the vaccine is widespread?Austin Alvarez, Erin Jerger, and Dr. Travis Wilkes take a deep dive into super-testing, how long vaccine antibodies last, and how long COVID-19 testing and vaccination will be around.
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The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-04-0122 min
the empowered podcastEpisode 001: The COVID-19 VaccineAustin Alvarez, Erin Jerger, and Dr. Travis Wilkes take a deep dive into the efficacy, dosage, mRNA, technology, and differences between the three COVID-19 vaccines on the market today - Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson and Johnson.
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The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.2021-04-0126 min