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Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineHypnosis + Hormones: The Unexpected Female ResetIn this episode of the Fieldnotes podcast, Dr. Downey interviews Natalie Lund and opens up about her unexpected journey through perimenopause and how it forced her to rewrite long-held beliefs about her body and identity. She shares how she experienced medical gaslighting when her symptoms were dismissed, and how she found real relief through hormone therapy and the mindset-shifting technique of rapid transformational therapy (RTT). She explores how hypnosis and RTT helped her reclaim control over her life, reset her mental and physical state, and begin seeing her femininity and wellbeing in a completely new way. The conversation offers...
2025-11-1146 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineStop Searching Outside Yourself for Healing—Your Body Already Knows The Way with Dr. Marissa HeiselIn this episode of the Fieldnotes Podcast, Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Dr. Marissa Heisel—a chiropractor and midwife—about the importance of trusting our body's innate wisdom and recognizing that true healing begins from within. She shares how modern society, particularly for women, has conditioned us to depend on external authorities rather than our own intuition. Through her experiences in chiropractic, midwifery, and holistic care, Dr. Heisel emphasizes the power of self-trust, simplicity, and returning to natural grounding practices to restore vitality and sovereignty over one's health. (00:02) Introduction to Dr. Marissa Heisel and the theme of self...
2025-11-0637 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineHow the Power of Smell Can Heal Mind and BodyIn this episode of the Fieldnotes Podcast, Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Jodi Cohen, founder of Vibrant Blue Oils, about the transformative power of essential oils on the brain and nervous system. Cohen recounts her personal journey, showing how scent can help regulate the vagus nerve, restore parasympathetic balance, and support emotional healing. She explains the direct neurological link between smell and safety, how scent can rewire stress responses, and why essential oils like clove, lime, and rose can serve as simple yet profound tools for trauma recovery, anxiety relief, and nervous-system regulation. Timestamps: (01:18) Started using...
2025-10-2829 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineConnect to Nature: The Simple 'Medicine' Doctors ForgetIn this episode of the Fieldnotes podcast, Dr. Rob Downey is joined by Dr. Michael Blahut, a family practice physician with integrative training, to discuss his philosophy that the life you live is your medicine. Dr. Blahut emphasizes that lifestyle and our connection to the natural world are the most potent forms of medicine, going beyond supplements and testing. The conversation centers on restoring the body's original biological blueprint by tapping into nature's wisdom through simple practices. They explore the critical roles of natural light and the circadian rhythm in health, discussing the benefits of sun exposure and the...
2025-10-0847 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineThe Gut–Heart Connection Your Doctor MissedIn this episode, Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Angie Gallagher—an exercise physiologist and integrative health coach with over 25 years of experience in cardiac rehab—about why conventional heart care is missing the mark. Angie shares how her frustration with recurring cardiac events in patients led her to explore functional medicine approaches, integrating gut health, nervous system regulation, and metabolic markers into her practice. The conversation dives into overlooked lab tests, the gut–heart axis, HeartMath for nervous system balance, and why managing stress and blood sugar may be more important than cholesterol. Angie's holistic approach redefines what it means...
2025-10-0131 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineFood, Mood & The Gut-Brain Connection with Dr. Melissa MondalaIn this powerful episode of the Fieldnotes Podcast, Dr. Rob Downey sits down with Dr. Melissa Mondala to explore how food, lifestyle, and the gut-brain-immune connection can transform mental health. From her own journey overcoming IBS and acne to helping her husband manage autoimmune disease, Dr. Mondala reveals how simple, evidence-based changes can spark profound healing. She shares insights on why nutrition can be as effective as antidepressants, how sleep and exercise influence mood, and the hidden impact of substances and environmental toxins. If you've ever wondered how lifestyle choices shape your mind, body, and...
2025-09-2533 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicinePost Betrayal Transformation with Dr. Debi SilberIn this episode of the Fieldnotes podcast, Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Dr. Debi Silber, founder of the Post Betrayal Transformation Institute, about the profound and often misunderstood impact of betrayal on physical, emotional, and psychological health. Dr. Silber shares her personal experience with family and marital betrayal that led her to conduct doctoral research on the topic, resulting in the identification of Post-Betrayal Syndrome and a five-stage healing process. She emphasizes that betrayal doesn't resolve with time alone and presents shocking statistics on how it manifests in the body. The conversation highlights the importance of moving beyond survival...
2025-08-271h 24
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicinePodcast Rewind: A New Era In Health and Healing with Dr. Elena VillanuevaIn this powerful "Podcast Rewind" episode of Field Notes Podcast, Dr. Elena Villanueva joins Dr. Rob Downey to explore a transformative approach to healing that blends functional medicine, quantum science, and emotional wellness. Dr. V discusses how chronic conditions like diabetes, fatigue, and mental health struggles often stem from unresolved trauma, stress, and neurological imbalances—not just physical factors. Through case studies, personal experiences, and cutting-edge insights, she shares how deep healing becomes possible when we address the mind, body, and spirit together. The episode offers both inspiration and actionable wisdom for anyone ready to go beyond the pill an...
2025-08-1345 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineHolistic Hashimoto's Care: Functional Medicine InsightsIn this episode of the Fieldnotes Podcast, Dr. Rob Downey sits down with nurse and holistic health expert Esther Yunkin to explore Hashimoto's and hypothyroidism. Esther shares her journey from working in the ER to embracing a functional medicine and holistic approach, emphasizing the importance of looking at the body, mind, and spirit as a whole. They discuss the root causes of thyroid dysfunction, common misdiagnoses, lab testing strategies, and practical lifestyle adjustments to manage stress and autoimmunity. Esther provides actionable advice for patients to take agency in their health and simplify complex care plans, highlighting her own holistic...
2025-08-0642 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineThe Shocking Environmental Triggers Behind Chronic IllnessIn this episode of the Fieldnotes Podcast, Dr. Rob Downey interviews environmental health coach Jenny Johnson, who shares her personal and professional journey into the world of environmental toxicity, particularly mold exposure and Lyme disease. Jenny recounts how her family's move to an organic farm for a healthier lifestyle ironically led to severe illness due to hidden environmental biotoxins. Drawing from her recovery experience and advanced training under experts like Dr. Shoemaker and Dr. Bredesen, Jenny now empowers others with practical tools, testing strategies, and coaching to uncover the root causes of chronic illness. She highlights how chronic inflammation...
2025-07-2348 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineUnlocking Trauma: How Healing Really WorksIn this episode of the Fieldnotes Podcast, Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Dana and Colleen, co-founders of The Digital Dojo, about trauma, healing, and personal transformation. They explore how trauma—both acute and subtle—can be stored in the body and inherited across generations. Through a unique fusion of traditional Chinese medicine, martial arts principles, and performance coaching, they share practical frameworks like NAP ("repeat after me" method) to help individuals safely engage with and heal from trauma. The conversation also covers distinctions between self-worth and self-esteem, and how finding one's "why" can drive meaningful change. Timestamps:
2025-07-1548 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineThe Psychiatrist Who Helps You Get Off MedsIn this episode of the Fieldnotes podcast, Dr. Downey interviews integrative psychiatrist Dr. Michael Broukhim, who shares his transformative journey from personal loss to pioneering holistic mental health care. Motivated by the death of his father and a mystical hospital experience, Dr. Broukhim embraced energy healing, osteopathic medicine, and integrative psychiatry. He now helps patients safely taper off psychiatric medications by addressing root causes through lifestyle changes, trauma work, and community connection. The conversation critiques modern psychiatry's overreliance on meds and highlights the healing power of presence, emotional safety, and spiritual practices. Timestaps: (02:43) Father's hidden cancer...
2025-07-0840 min
Pet Business DisruptorsThe Story Behind Annamaet Pet Foods and Its Commitment to Canine Health with Rob DowneyClayton interviews Rob Downey, the president of Annamaet Pet Foods, as he shares his own fascinating journey into the dog food industry. Rob recounts his early experiences with dogs, including his passion for sled dog racing and a life-changing encounter with a moose that nearly cost him his life. He discusses the evolution of pet nutrition, highlighting the importance of proper dietary balance and the shift towards premium pet foods over the years.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
The journey into the pet food industry began with a deep-rooted passion for dogs and a pivotal experience involving a...
2025-07-0757 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineFood, Connection & Climate: A Doctor's Wake-Up CallIn this episode of the Fieldnotes podcast, Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Dr. Colin Zhu—a family and lifestyle medicine physician, chef, and health coach—about the powerful role food plays in shaping personal well-being, community connection, and planetary sustainability. Drawing from his upbringing under a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner and his diverse medical background, Dr. Zhu explains how disconnection from our food sources has widespread health and ecological consequences. He emphasizes that food is more than nourishment—it's a love language, a tool for healing, and a reflection of our relationship with ourselves and the planet. Together, they discus...
2025-07-0250 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineDoctors Dismissed My UTI Pain—This Changed EverythingIn this episode of the Seaworthy Podcast, Dr. Rob Downey interviews women's health coach Saoirse Nash about her personal journey with chronic urinary tract infections (UTIs) and the broader systemic issues surrounding women's healthcare. Saoirse shares how recurring UTIs in her youth were normalized and dismissed, leading to years of inadequate treatment until she took control of her health through holistic and functional approaches. The discussion explores the intersection of anatomy, immune and gut health, poor diagnostic tools, and the role of chronic stress and environmental toxins in women's health. Together, they emphasize the importance of patient empowerment, lifestyle...
2025-06-0333 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineFrom IBS to Healing: Courtney Cowie's Gut Health JourneyIn this episode of the "Fieldnotes" podcast, Dr. Rob Downey interviews Courtney Cowie, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and certified coach, about her personal and professional journey through chronic gut health issues, including IBS, IBD, mold toxicity, and Lyme disease. Courtney shares her powerful origin story—from childhood stomach aches and years of ineffective conventional treatments to her transformative experience with Chinese medicine in Japan and her eventual embrace of functional medicine. Together, they explore the critical role of functional testing, the gut-brain connection, and the importance of root-cause approaches in healing chronic digestive conditions. Courtney also highlights how pe...
2025-05-1442 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineBeat Allergies Naturally: Doctor-Recommended SecretsIn this episode, Dr. Rob Downey welcomes Dr. Darin Ingels, a naturopathic doctor and expert in environmental and allergy medicine, to discuss alternative and functional approaches to managing allergies. Dr. Ingels explains how conventional allergy treatments, like shots, often fail to address the root causes of immune overreaction. He explores lesser-known but effective methods such as sublingual immunotherapy and Low Dose Allergen (LDA) therapy, which aim to retrain the immune system for long-term relief. The conversation highlights how allergies can manifest in surprising ways, even affecting mood and cognition, and emphasizes the need for personalized, root-cause solutions beyond standard...
2025-04-3031 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineHow One Patient's Recovery Redefined My PracticeIn this powerful episode of Field Notes – Dr. Rob Case Studies 2, Dr. Rob Downey shares the deeply personal story that led him into functional medicine: a patient suffering from severe psoriatic arthritis, depression, and fatigue, who had exhausted all conventional treatment options. Her transformation through botanical medicine and holistic care became a turning point in Dr. Rob's career, igniting his passion to explore root-cause healing. The episode explores how lifestyle interventions—like an anti-inflammatory diet, stress reduction, and gut repair—can reverse chronic disease and restore hope. Dr. Rob also unpacks the science of leaky gut an...
2025-04-2342 min
Do Less MarketingBuilding Community, Navigating Change, & Sticking to Your Essentials — With Rob MarshWhat happens when a top marketing channel suddenly stops working?
Rob Marsh is a copywriter and co-founder of The Copywriter Club. He has built multiple businesses by staying grounded in what works — while staying flexible as platforms and contexts evolve.
In this episode, he shares how he and his co-founder grew a community from zero to 5,000 in just a few months, and the one thing he’s seen drive success across business types (and it’s not a tactic).
We also discuss how he thinks about growth and how to stay focused when you're...
2025-04-2132 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineYour Health Journey Starts With Peace.In this episode, Dr. Rob Downey and Joe Rignola explore the profound link between peace and health. Dr. Rob discusses the importance of cultivating peace to achieve vitality, presenting the science behind stress and its impact on our physical and emotional well-being. He emphasizes how maintaining inner peace can regulate bodily functions such as digestion, immunity, and cognitive clarity. The episode also introduces practical tools like heart rate variability devices and supplements like ashwagandha for enhancing peace, underscoring the critical role of safety—both physical and emotional—in achieving peace. Listeners are encouraged to take proactive steps toward peace thro...
2025-04-0924 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineOvercoming Chronic Pain Through the Subconscious MindIn this episode of the podcast, Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Jenny Harkleroad, an expert in functional medicine and wellness. Jenny shares her personal journey of overcoming chronic pain and discovering the powerful connection between the mind and body. After suffering a severe back injury, she explored alternative healing methods, including muscle testing and subconscious work, which helped her identify emotional pain manifesting as physical pain. She discusses her transformation from a successful real estate career to founding her wellness company, Balanced You, and how she now helps others overcome pain by addressing the root causes within the subconscious...
2025-04-0239 min
Best Bets for Pets - The latest pet product trends - Pets & Animals - Pet Life Radio OriginalBest Bets for Pets - Episode 341 Premium Nutrition for Pets: Inside Annamaet Petfoods with Rob DowneyThis week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern chats with Rob Downey, President of Annamaet Petfoods, a family-owned company dedicated to providing top-quality nutrition for dogs and cats for over 35 years. Annamaet’s formulas are backed by decades of research in pet nutrition and are crafted with premium, sustainable ingredients to support pet health while protecting the environment. With a commitment to quality, Annamaet ensures all ingredients meet human-grade standards, and their eco-friendly practices include biodegradable packaging and partnerships with the Marine Stewardship Council. Rob shares insights into the science behind Annamaet’s pet foods and supplements, as well as h...
2025-02-2836 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineChoosing the Right Foods for Cardiac Health | Steven Masley, MDIn this episode of Field Notes, Dr. Steven Masley, a physician, nutritionist, and expert in functional medicine, joins host Dr. Rob Downey to discuss the critical role of diet and lifestyle in preventing and reversing heart disease. Dr. Masley shares his insights on how heart health can be significantly improved through simple, actionable changes, such as consuming "smart fats," minimizing sugar intake, and incorporating probiotics. He emphasizes the power of real, minimally processed foods and discusses how incorporating Mediterranean and plant-based diets can reduce risk factors like high blood sugar and inflammation. The conversation highlights how people can take...
2025-02-2541 min
The Trusted AdviserAI Advances in Financial Advice with Nick Downey and Sam Patterson from Direct WealthIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser, host Rob Pyne sits down with Nick Downey and Sam Patterson from Direct Wealth to discuss the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the financial planning industry. As leaders at the forefront of AI adoption, Nick and Sam share how Direct Wealth leverages AI to enhance efficiency, scale advice delivery, and personalise client interactions like never before.
The conversation dives deep into AI's potential to revolutionise workflows, address inefficiencies, and elevate the financial planning profession by augmenting—not replacing—advisers. From real-life applications to philosophical insights about the future of w...
2025-02-1349 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineTop Energy Doc Reveals His Best Tips for Overcoming Your Fatigue with Evan Hirsch, MDIn this podcast episode, Dr. Rob Downey and Dr. Evan Hirsch discuss the intricacies of chronic fatigue syndrome, long COVID, and how to restore energy and vitality. Dr. Hirsch shares his journey from experiencing chronic fatigue to developing a program to help others reclaim their energy. They discuss the root causes of fatigue, including toxins, heavy metals, mold, infections, and nervous system dysfunction. The episode also delves into the importance of understanding energy systems and the impact of stressors on overall health. Additionally, Dr. Hirsch explains the comprehensive approach of his program, emphasizing personalized treatment over testing, and how...
2025-02-1137 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineHow Meditation Transformed a High-Powered Miami Lawyer's LifeIn this episode of the Field Notes podcast, Dr. Rob Downey engages in a deep conversation with Bob Martin, a former criminal trial lawyer turned meditation teacher and therapist. They explore Bob's transformative journey from a high-pressure legal career during Miami's infamous "Cocaine Cowboys" era to discovering the profound benefits of meditation. Bob shares insights on how meditation helps cultivate compassion and loving-kindness, facilitating personal transformation and emotional healing. They discuss the significance of self-love, the importance of befriending one's thoughts, and the ability to experience awe as a way to enhance mental well-being. The conversation emphasizes the need...
2025-02-0450 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineQ&A Session: Energy, Sleep and SupplementationIn this episode of the Field Notes Podcast, Dr. Rob Downey and Joe Rignola dive into a variety of health topics, focusing on supplements, energy, stress management, and sleep. Dr. Rob shares his personal supplement regimen, highlighting key vitamins, minerals, and anti-inflammatories that help him maintain optimal health despite the stresses of his medical career. They discuss the importance of a simplified, effective supplement plan for overall well-being, as well as tips for boosting energy and sleep quality. The episode also explores immune support, gut health, and the role of morning sunlight in setting the body's circadian rhythm.
2025-01-2828 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineLower Chronic Inflammation For The Whole Family With Madiha Saeed, MdDr. Rob Downey speaks the Holistic Mom, MD, Dr. Madiha Saeed, board certified family physician, best-selling author of The Holistic Rx: Your Guide to Healing Chronic Inflammation and Disease and Adam's Healing Adventures. Timestamps: [02:37] The Holistic Kids Show[05:40] About Dr. Madiha Saeed and her parenting "wins" [14:16] Involving family in healthy living [18:37] Quenching inflammation [25:45] How the pandemic is affecting inflammation [32:11] Adam's Healing Adventures + The Holistic Rx [36:35] Taking holistic medicine internationally
2025-01-2141 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineThe Secret to Overcoming Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's, and Autoimmunity.In this episode of the "Podcast Jasmine Parker Gallery," Dr. Rob Downey and functional medicine coach Jasmine Parker discuss the transformative power of functional medicine, particularly for individuals dealing with hypothyroidism and autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto's disease. Jasmine shares insights from her personal health journey, emphasizing the importance of a holistic, whole-body approach to healing. They explore how functional medicine coaching supports long-term health by focusing on behavior change, sustainable habits, and individualized care. They also discuss the value of mindset, realistic goal-setting, and how small changes can lead to significant improvements in health. Timestamps: (00:01) Introduction t...
2025-01-1433 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineRoot-Cause Health: Healing Beyond The Diagnosis with Reed DavisIn this episode of "Field Notes," Dr. Rob Downey, a functional medicine practitioner, interviews Reed Davis, founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN). Davis shares his journey from environmental law to pioneering functional health practices, emphasizing the importance of addressing upstream health imbalances rather than relying solely on traditional diagnoses. He discusses his methods for identifying and treating root causes using alternative lab tests, personalized approaches to health, and a system for empowering both practitioners and patients. The conversation also highlights the necessity of individualized care, the role of stress and lifestyle in health, and the transformative potential of integrative...
2025-01-0750 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineRegenerative Gardening: Boost Your Health and Save the Planet In this episode, Dr. Rob Downey sits down with Matthieu Mehuys a landscape architect and passionate gardener, shares his journey from growing up on a family farm to becoming a global expert in regenerative gardening. He discusses the power of nature, how gardening can enhance personal health, and the importance of regenerating the planet through soil restoration. Matthieu also explains the benefits of weeds and how to work with nature for more sustainable and rewarding gardening practices. He emphasizes the shift from sustainability to regeneration and provides practical tips and resources for those wanting to start their own...
2024-12-1645 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineThe Hidden Health Markers Your Doctor Is Overlooking—And How They Can Change EverythingIn this episode, Dr. Rob Downey and Evan Transue discuss the evolution of functional medicine and its ability to address chronic health issues by using functional lab testing. They explore the strengths of Western medicine in life-threatening conditions and the limitations it faces in dealing with long-term health problems. Evan shares his personal journey with multiple health diagnoses and highlights the importance of understanding hidden stressors like hormonal, immune, and digestive imbalances. The episode also delves into the need for a balanced approach, combining conventional and functional medicine to achieve optimal health. Timestamps [00:00] Introduction to functional...
2024-12-1047 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineFrom Pain to Vitality: Transformative Tips You Can Use Today with Jane HoganIn this episode of Field Notes, Dr. Rob Downey interviews Jane Hogan, "The Wellness Engineer," who shares her innovative approach to addressing chronic pain through neuroplasticity, breathwork, and nervous system regulation. Drawing from her engineering background and expertise in functional medicine, Hogan explains how trauma and subconscious patterns contribute to pain and highlights the power of calming the nervous system to promote healing. Through simple yet effective practices like visualization, mindfulness, and morning routines, she empowers individuals to take control of their well-being. With inspiring success stories and actionable tools, Hogan offers hope and practical...
2024-12-0550 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineA Functional Approach to Hair Loss with Saril VasquezIn this episode, Dr. Rob speaks with Saril Vasquez, a functional medicine expert, about a holistic approach to hair loss. Saril shared her personal journey of overcoming severe hair thinning and how she discovered the root causes, like leaky gut, inflammation, hormone imbalances, and lifestyle factors. They discuss how most hair loss can be reversed through proper nutrition, personalized supplements, and sustainable lifestyle changes. Saril's insights remind us that healing is possible when we identify individual triggers and approach the process with patience and self-compassion. Her story offers hope to anyone struggling with hair loss. [01:12] Saril's personal battle with hair th...
2024-11-2140 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineFinding Peace: The Overlooked Key to Health with Dr. RobToday's episode is a bit different. This is a local lecture I did on Peace. I explore the vital role of peace in our overall health and well-being. While many believe that diet is the single most important factor, I challenge that assumption by suggesting that effective stress management may actually have an even greater impact on health. Drawing on tools from functional medicine, I explain how our autonomic nervous system influences our ability to find peace, emphasizing the need for a sense of safety and balance. I share insights into how practices like meditation a...
2024-11-1342 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineOptimizing Brain Health Through Metabolic Balance with Dr. Peter KanIn this episode, Dr. Rob Downey interviews Dr. Peter Kan about the concept of neurometabolic health, which bridges the connection between brain function and metabolic processes. Dr. Kan explains that optimal brain health depends on balanced blood sugar, adequate oxygenation, nutrient utilization, and inflammation control. He discusses the role of functional medicine in addressing these areas through lifestyle and nutritional interventions, emphasizing that chronic inflammation, often originating in the gut, can undermine cognitive health. Dr. Kan also highlights the importance of personalized approaches in functional medicine, as well as simple, practical lifestyle changes like reducing p...
2024-11-0748 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineHeart-Centered Functional Medicine: Merging Science with CompassionIn this episode, Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer, founder of Well Empowered, shares her approach to functional medicine, which combines data-driven insights with a heart-centered, holistic perspective. She views health as a sacred journey, encouraging clients to move beyond restrictive health narratives and instead create a "vision of vitality" to guide their unique paths toward wellness. Dr. Hehmeyer and host Dr. Rob Downey discuss how honoring health can enable people to show up fully for their loved ones and passions, creating a deeper motivation for sustainable change. Through her personalized methods—including lab work and mindset shifts—Dr. Hehmeyer empo...
2024-10-3042 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineGenetics and Health: How Epigenetics Shapes Your Wellbeing with Dr. Sam ShayDr. Rob is joined by functional medicine practitioner Dr. Sam Shay. They discuss the role of genetics in weight management, explaining that excess weight is often a symptom of deeper health issues rather than the primary problem. He categorizes weight gain into three main types—inflammatory, hormonal, and caloric—each influenced by specific genetic factors such as inflammation genes, vitamin D receptor variations, and detoxification capabilities. Through lifestyle changes, known as epigenetics, people can manage the expression of these genes to improve health outcomes, although genetic predispositions cannot be entirely altered. Dr. Shay shares practical examp...
2024-10-1647 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineWhat to do When Your Depression is "Treatment-Resistant" with Silvia Covelli and Dr. Achina SteinIn this episode of the "Field Notes" podcast, Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Silvia Covelli and Dr. Achina Stein about a groundbreaking 45-day program aimed at addressing treatment-resistant depression through a holistic, functional medicine approach. Silvia shares her personal journey of overcoming severe depression after 25 years, highlighting the importance of integrating physical and mental health in treatment. The program, based in Austin, Texas, focuses on identifying and healing the root causes of depression using comprehensive lab tests, diet, movement, and experiential therapies. The conversation emphasizes the need for a group setting, long-term strategies, and a shift away...
2024-10-0854 min
Robservations with Rob LiefeldThe Ed Piskor Family! Comic Book Trends! Con Dinners! Hall H and Robert Downey Jr. returns to Marvel! Comic Con 2024 on full blast!It’s Comic Con 2024! Rob gets a surprise visit from Ed Piskor’s family! Comic Con dinners reveal the topics on everyone’s mind and there is no escaping the topic of Robert Downey Jr. returning to Marvel!
2024-08-021h 20
The Project Infinite Podcast128 - Part 1 - San Diego Comic Con! DC, Marvel & The Return of Robert Downey Jr.Send us a message that we can respond to at the end of every episode!It’s our first ever two parter! With the release of both Deadpool & Wolverine and San Diego Comic Con, we decided to give both room to breathe as we spend part 1 of this week’s episode talking all things Comic Con. From the miscellaneous to the Marvel, we hit on every big bit of SDCC news including the shocking reveal of Robert Downey Jr. returning to the MCU. Timecodes are provided if you want to skip around to your topic of choice! Than...
2024-08-011h 07
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineYou're Not Broken with Michael RoessleinTrauma expert and co-founder of Rebel Health Tribe, Michael Roesslein, joins Dr. Rob for this special episode of the podcast. This interview was part of our Rewire Your Brain Masterclass. It will be archived at the end of June, so be sure to listen now. Michael discusses how to take a truly holistic approach to mental health and whole-body healing. He also goes deep into how the body may actually be the subconscious mind because it reacts faster than our brains. Topics in this episode: [5:00] Preparing for the "storm" before the sto...
2024-06-1356 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineA Human Approach to Health Coaching with Carol ComfortCarol Comfort joins the podcast again for an enlightening conversation about health coaching and finding your personal path to healing. They discuss having a tailored plan for health because everyone's journey is unique and it's critical to follow your own path forward. Dr. Rob and Carol talk about where to start and how important it is to create tiny but powerful habits. Don't miss this wonderful episode of The Field Notes Podcast. You'll learn about… [3:20] - Connection: The key to success [5:45] - Integrating health c...
2023-11-1633 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineClearing The Confusion On Women's Health & Hormones with Dr Anna CabecaIn this episode, Dr. Rob is joined by Dr. Anna Cabeca to bring clarity to the often complex topic of women's health and hormones. Women suffering from conditions like fatigue, hormone imbalances, skin and hair issues, mood swings, hot flashes, and more, are often told it's a normal part of aging. Dr. Anna is here to clear the confusion and offer real solutions and relief. You'll learn about… [3:43] Misconceptions regarding bioidentical hormones [8:18] The importance of nutrition and lifestyle [15:53] The power of positive self-talk [23:01] Why we need...
2023-10-2538 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineKicking Chronic Illness with Dr. Christine SchaffnerOn this episode of Field Notes: An Exploration in Functional Medicine Podcast, Dr. Rob Downey is joined by Dr. Christine Schaffner, a naturopathic doctor and an expert in lymphatics. [00:20] Introduction [04:05] Lymphatics [13:55] The function of a scar [21:00] Injections and scar tissue [27:59] What you can do to optimize your lymphatic system [37:18] Functional medicine as a paradigm shift [39:03] How to incorporate a biological dentist into your treatment plan [41:00] How does a topical agent work systemically? Dr. Christine Schaffner is a board-certified Naturopathic physician who graduated f...
2023-10-1753 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineReversing Autoimmune Diseases with Dr. Natasha FallahiIf you're a highly sensitive person or deeply empathetic, you may easily pick up on subtle energies in the environment and go into fight, flight, or freeze mode. Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Dr. Natasha Fallahi, The Sensitive Doctor. She is a MindBodyHealth expert, functional medicine practitioner, and Certified Autoimmune Coach specializing in an intuitive approach to living and healing. Download her free ebook: Too Sensitive – 5 Things I Did to Heal from Depression, Anxiety and Hashimoto's Autoimmunity. Timestamps:[02:53] Natasha's unconventional journey towards medicine [09:16] Healing Hashimoto's intuitively [12:04] The health consequences of being...
2023-10-0650 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineThe Impacts of Leaky Gut on Your Health with Jaban Moore | Field NotesIn this episode, Dr. Rob is joined by Dr. Jaban Moore to discuss intestinal permeability, AKA, "leaky gut." Leaky gut can impact virtually all aspects of your health. Dr. Moore lays out some practical guidance you can take today to help you heal. Highlights: [2:45] - What is leaky gut? [14:44] - Root causes of leaky gut [19:20] - Conventional medicine vs. functional medicine [24:00] - Leaky gut-autoimmunity connection https://healingleakygut.byhealthmeans.com/?idev_id=29465
2023-08-2539 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineMastering Stress for Positive Change with Dr. Heidi Hanna On this week's episode of Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional Medicine, Dr. Rob Downey is joined by Dr. Heidi Hanna to discuss stress, how it impacts the brain and body, and tips for how we can be more resilient to stress. [05:30] How can stress bring out the best in us? [14:00] How can people deal with stressful things that come their way without getting swept up into a stressed state? [17:13] Questioning breathing techniques. [21:56] "Quick wins" to trick your brain. [26:49] Acute stress in trying times. [35:56] Acknowledging stress as opposed to fighting it. Dr. Heidi Hanna is th...
2023-08-181h 46
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineThe Power of Presence with Cory MuscaraDr. Rob Downey speaks with Cory Muscara, and discusses topics like mindfulness. meditation, peace, and engagement. [04:41] What would you recommend for people who are game to try meditation? [11:37] Mindfulness and healthcare [21:43] How does presence make us strong? How does it help us set boundaries? [29:20] The "blessing" of adversity and what it really means [40:07] Peace and engagement [46:05] Forming a meaningful connection with others An international speaker and teacher on the topics of mindfulness and positive psychology, Cory is passionate about helping people find real peace. He believes that when people are deeply fulfilled, they are a better force in the wo...
2023-08-111h 47
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicinePsychology of Eating with Marc David | Field Notes PodcastDr. Rob Downey speaks with Marc David, the Founder of the Institute for the Psychology of Eating, a leading visionary and teacher in Eating Psychology, and the author of the classic and best-selling books Nourishing Wisdom and The Slow Down Diet. We talk all about how stress ties to the psychology of eating, and approaching weight loss holistically. Timestamps:[02:51] What SHOULD we eat? [11:07] Why don't zebra's get ulcers? (and other stress responses) [18:02] How does stress physiology impact our eating challenges and common health concerns? [26:59] What is mindful eating? [29:55] Changing your relationship with fo...
2023-07-3056 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineFunctional Medicine Insights with Dr. Jeffrey BlandDr. Rob Downey speaks with Jeff Bland about Functional Medicine and its impact on the medical community and health. They talk about the future of medicine and how you can put functional medicine principles into practice for your own health and well-being. Dr. Rob and Dr. Bland open up about their personal experiences in the early days of their careers in this powerful episode. The history of functional medicine Autoimmunity and what it actually entails Changing lives through functional medicine The fight against disillusionment Jeffrey Bland has been an internationally recognized leader in t...
2023-07-241h 04
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineEssential Solutions for Stress and Anxiety with Jodi CohenJodi Cohen joins the podcast to discuss hidden sources of stress and anxiety, and the best tips and solutions for relief. Jodi Cohen is a bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and founder of Vibrant Blue Oils, a top resource for essential oils online, which welcomes 300,000 visitors every year. Her #1 bestselling book, Healing with Essential Oils, synthesizes decades of leading scientific research to help explain how essential oils can work to support the body and the brain. Random House published her second book, Essential Oils to Boost the Brain and Heal the Body, on March 16, 2021. Aft...
2023-07-1035 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineBuilding Resilience by Facing Your Fears with Joe RignolaJoe Rignola returns to the podcast to discuss how to build strength and resilience by facing your fears. Using different tools and modalities like therapy, breathwork, plant medicine, and others can be helpful, but it's how to integrate the lessons learned in your every day life that truly move the needle and rewires your brain and nervous system. Joe Rignola is an entrepreneur, filmmaker, and best-selling author. He began his own health journey about 16 years ago while dealing with depression, anxiety, severe digestive issues, weight gain, and more. After researching alternatives to the med...
2023-07-0341 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineBecoming Pain Free with Debora WayneIn this episode, Dr. Rob is joined by pain expert, and energy worker, Debora Wayne. Debora shares her inspiring story of overcoming chronic health conditions such as pain, ulcers, anxiety, insomnia, and more. She now helps people worldwide recover from debilitating and often life-threatening diseases. DEBORA WAYNE, founder of The International Chronic Pain Institute, is a world-renowned energy healer and pain-release specialist helping men and women worldwide (virtually) to rapidly find and remove the hidden root causes of Chronic Pain, Chronic Fatigue, Depression and Anxiety, Trauma, Battles with Weight, Binge-Eating, BurnOut, and other chronic conditions.
2023-06-2643 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineNavigating Cancer with a Naturopathic and Integrative Approach With Dr. Shauna BirdshallA cancer diagnosis doesn't have to mean giving up your power. Learn to navigate it with a holistic, integrative approach for your best outcome. Dr. Shauna Birdsall is passionate about helping people with challenging health conditions fully understand their disease, navigate their integrative care options, and improve their quality of life. She helps to bridge the gap for patients between conventional and natural forms of medicine. Timestamps: [1:50] Breaking through the overwhelm and considering the different types of cancer treatments. [6:55] How our cells go haywire [13:00] Science of plant phytonutrients and...
2023-06-1643 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineKeeping It Real: Entrepreneurship, Anxiety, and Faith with Matt LillieDr. Rob sits down with Matt Lilie, founder of BriteVibe and Next Level Method, to discuss entrepreneurship and life's real struggles of fear, anxiety, and more in this open, vulnerable, and very real episode. 3:00 - Matt's story of entrepreneurship 11:00 - Lessons in humility 14:50 - Faith, religion, lifestyle 25:05 - Running from suffering or leaning in 40:00 - Self-forgiveness 49:00 - Living authentically
2023-02-0652 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineGetting Out of Your Own Way with Joe Rignola | Field Notes PodcastJoe Rignola joins the podcast to discuss how we can stop self-sabotaging behavior and negative self-talk and overcome our fears so we can live a life of health, happiness, and purpose. Joe is an entrepreneur, filmmaker, and best-selling author who has been serving people in the health and wellness space for over 12 years. Learn more about Joe and his projects at wellconnected.tv 4:43: About our Rewire Your Brain Masterclass 14:00 - Growing out of darkness 19:00 - Not feeling alone and finding courage and safety 22:25 - Falling apart without goin...
2022-11-0159 min
Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineHealing via Energy and Connection | Dr. Michelle VenezianoTime Stamps [03:44] Michelle Shares Her Interest and Mastery of 'Flow' and What It's About [14:05] The Fluid Drive [23:00] Do You Have to be Receptive of Energy Healing to Benefit from the Practice [26:34] This is How to be Your Own Osteopath [47:01] Michelle's Advice to Those Who May Have Previous Trauma in this Space [1:00:00] This is How You Can Find Dr. Michelle Veneziano Michelle Veneziano is a doctor of osteopathic medicine, a family physician, and an adjunct clinical professor at Touro University in Northern California. Her approach to o...
2022-10-181h 02Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineWhy You Should Know About Mast Cell Activation | Beth O'HaraIf you're dealing with any chronic health conditions like fatigue, brain fog, pain, inflammation, or autoimmunity, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome might be a root cause no one is talking about. Beth O'Hara joins the podcast to discuss why this topic is monumentally important. [04:09] Getting the Mast Cells Back to their Native State [06:11] What Mast Cell Activation Is [12:32] Beth O'Hara Shares Her Personal Experience [18:19] Addressing the Root Causes [28:05] MCAS and Histamine Intolerance [38:57] Beth O'Hara and Her Reversing Mast Cell Activation Summit Be sure to check out h...
2022-10-1148 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineTrue Root Causes of Heart Disease | Dr. Sandra FlemingIn this episode, we discuss some of the true and surprising root causes of heart disease and other metabolic health issues. 5:30 - 8th and 9th inning medicine vs. 2nd or 3rd inning medicine 10:10 - Insulin resistance 20:00 - Proper testing 30:00 - Non-drug solutions
2022-09-2140 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineMindfulness Matters | Joe RignolaOn this episode of Field Notes, An Exploration of Functional Medicine, Dr. Rob Downey and Joe Rignola talk about the magic that happens in the quiet moments. Get a deeper look into the health benefits of mindfulness, meditation, and breathing techniques.
2022-07-1421 min
THE MOVIE DOJO PODCASTSTRANGER THINGS Season 4 Vol. 2 Spoiler Discussion with Rob from ETN! (Ep.270)What's going on all you Horror Fans out there! Phat Samurai Guy is here with special guest Rob from Entertainment Talk Nation! Join us as we discuss the 2nd half of STRANGER THINGS Season 4! (This stream will contain spoilers) https://youtu.be/kW0Sb_v40Wo
2022-07-071h 16
THE MOVIE DOJO PODCASTIs AVATAR (2009) Really That Good? Discussion with Rob from ETN! (Ep.256)What's going on all you Action Sci-Fi Fans out there! The long wait is finally over! Phat Samurai Guy & Lady Phatblood are here with special guest Rob from Entertainment Talk Nation! In this series we take a look at films that succeeded critically or financially! We are going to discuss the film AVATAR (2009)! Did we both like it or hate it? Or will we agree to disagree? https://youtu.be/rBMxbRnzPLA
2022-05-141h 20Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineChronic Pain Relief & Posture Correction | Dr. Ryan WohlfertFrom peripheral neuropathy to migraines, chronic fatigue, and arthritis, chronic pain is plaguing our world. Reliance on pain medications, from opioids to even NSAIDs, can cripple the body's natural resilience- but how do we address the root cause of this pain? Rob Downey, MD, IFMCP, speaks with pain expert Dr. Ryan Wohlfert about chronic pain and posture correction for optimal healing. Timestamps: [01:47] The Chronic Pain Problem [07:14] What IS pain? What exactly is your brain telling you? [22:03] Posture secrets for optimal organ function [32:02] A quick posture exercises to practice at h...
2022-04-0648 min
The Holistic Kids ShowHealing Habits | Dr. Rob Downey Dr. Rob Downey is a board-certified family practice MD and IFM Certified Practitioner. He has 21 years of experience as an attending physician, and 15 years as a functional medicine provider. He is the founder of Seaworthy Functional Medicine. Seaworthy is a pioneer in responding to needs for better availability of functional medicine in underserved areas of Alaska, as well as travel medicine to Alaska, wherein non-Alaskans can visit once, become an Alaskan patient and follow up from anywhere on earth. His whole career has been spent working for, and on behalf of, non-profit hospitals and Alaskan Native corporations. Many of the...
2022-03-2130 min
Wellness By DesignGetting Ahead of Inflammation with Dr. Rob DowneyDo you want to get simple tips to fight inflammation and stay healthy? Join me and my guest Dr. Rob Downey to learn more about how to get ahead of inflammation so you can have less pain and live your best life. In this episode you'll learn: ⏰ 3:35 HOW habits help lower inflammation from a functional medicine practitioner perspective ⏰ 10:03 What matters in your health is uniquely yours - head the call to your adventure, be your own hero ⏰ 15:41 Why creating peace is the MOST important habit for your health ⏰ 19:33 Trust: your bod...
2022-03-0334 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineSteps to a Successful Health Program | Heidi Cox, CPT/Nutrition CoachDr. Rob Downey speaks with Heidi Cox, CPT/Nutrition Coach, answering all your questions about starting the journey towards a personal goal. They talk about shaping positive relationships with health and food, handling setbacks to your plan, and how a health coach helps you throughout the process. Working on your mindset is just as important to your plan as fitness and nutrition. Timestamps: [03:00] What is the role of willpower in our lives? [13:17] Avoiding negativity bias to shape affirmative relationships [17:07] What starting a new health program looks like
2021-09-2846 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineChoosing the Right Foods for Cardiac Health | Steven Masley, MD"The right food, key nutrients, staying active, and stress management are the key pillars to see transformation." Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Steven Masley, MD, about the preventative steps you can take to prevent heart disease. Food and nutrients play a critical role in shaping your health, and they discuss which areas to target that will transform your lifestyle. The focus is on preventing and reversing heart disease while enhancing one's overall health to feel fantastic! About the Guest: Steven Masley, MD, FAHA, FACN, CNS, is a physician, nutritionist, trained chef, a...
2021-08-0241 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineHow to Create A Body In Which Cancer Cannot Thrive | Nalini Chilkov, NDDr. Rob Downey Speaks with Dr. Nalini Chilkov, creator of the OutSmart Cancer System and Founder of Integrative Cancer Answers, an online resource for patients and families whose lives have been touched by cancer. She is the author of the best seller book 32 Ways to OutSmart Cancer: How to Create A Body Where Cancer Cannot Thrive. Today we discuss integrative cancer care, essential vitamins and minerals, and protecting your health amidst the chaos of cancer. 01:45 Why integrative cancer care? 10:00 Patient-forward oncology- promoting patient agency 18:32 Embracing integrative cancer care alongside con...
2021-07-0651 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineTreating Overuse Injuries with Physical Therapy | Holly McClure, PT"The power is all in the body." In this episode, Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Holly McClure, PT, an expert specializing in practicing BioSynchronistics with patients. She defines the process and techniques behind BioSynchronistics, discussing the types of patients that would benefit from this practice. The healing process requires the restoration of the body and mind; listening to yourself is the best way to guide you. About the Guest: Holly grew up in the panhandle of Texas and graduated with a Master of Physical Therapy from Texas Tech University in 2006. Initially w...
2021-06-2945 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineThe True Art of Healing | Carla Cope, Artist= "As an artist, I think we need relationships, not just with other people, but with art and the spaces in our environments." In this episode, Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Carla Cope, a local artist who has created the well-known video background for the Field Notes podcast. They discuss the importance of art on the journey to healing and recovery, and how it can be implemented into hospitals to brighten the mindset of patients. Timestamps: [05:31] The power of nature through art [10:39] What are healing spaces in...
2021-06-1445 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineLyme Disease & Chronic Infections | Darin Ingels, NDToday, Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Dr. Darin Ingels, about his personal battle with Lyme disease and how his experience developed his expertise. He continues to help patients stray from conventional medicine and treatment for a faster road to recovery. Learn more about his upcoming masterclass, Overcoming Chronic Illness to guide you through understanding sickness and strategies to help you regain your health. Timestamps: [02:21] Personal battle overcoming Lyme disease [07:39] What are the misconceptions surrounding this community? [14:12] How to know if you have Lyme disease [19:49] Lifestyle changes to i...
2021-06-0734 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineHidden Factors of Good Health | Dr. Tim JacksonDr. Rob Downey speaks with Dr. Tim Jackson, creator of "The Heal Your Hormones" bootcamp. Together they talk about improving your health for free, or practically free. They also dive into all things mitochondria, lymphatics, and reducing general wear-and-tear on the body. Go to healyourbody.org and get 10% percent off an initial 1-hour consultation- use code DrRob10. Dr. Tim Jackson is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Orthopedic Rehabilitation, and a Functional Medicine provider. He holds a B.S. Degree in Health Science and Chemistry from Wake Forest University. He serves clients in over 15 countries t...
2021-05-1837 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineHealing Powers of Kombucha | Hannah CrumToday, Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Hannah Crum, "The Kombucha Mamma" about the wonderful benefits of kombucha and living foods. Kombucha is a fermented tea, transformed by sugar and brewing techniques to enhance the nutritional value of the beverage, and today they discuss all the benefits of the drink and help you decide if it's right for YOU. Buy a starter kit here! Timestamps: [01:50] What is kombucha and what are its unique benefits? [08:36] Tips for buying different varieties of kombucha [19:50] The safety of "living foods" [29:29...
2021-05-0648 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineCastor Oil for Better Health | Marisol Teijero, NDDr. Rob Downey speaks with Marisol Teijero, ND, Queen of the Thrones® about the unknown benefits of castor oil. Castor oil is a multi-purpose vegetable oil that people have used for thousands of years- for medicinal, industrial and pharmaceutical uses. Today, learn how to use castor oil to your advantage. Timestamps: [01:27] A personal history with castor oil [12:37] How does castor oil actually work? [24:00] What molecule is a "superhero"? [34:29] Digestion and the parasympathetic nervous system [42:04] How to connect with Dr. Marisol Ab...
2021-04-2647 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineHow to Fix your Fatigue | Evan Hirsch, MDDr. Rob Downey speaks with Evan Hirsch, MD, world renowned fatigue expert and founder & CEO of the International Center for Fatigue. Through his best-selling book, podcast and online programs, he has helped thousands of people around the world optimize their energy naturally, and he is on a mission to help 1 million more. Fix your Fatigue with Dr. Evan's program here. Evan H. Hirsch, MD, is a World Renowned Fatigue Expert and is the Founder & CEO of the International Center for Fatigue. He suffered with fatigue for 5 years before he achieved resolution using the Fix Your F...
2021-04-1941 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineVital Choice Salmon | Randy Hartnell, Founder, CEODr. Rob Downey speaks with Randy Hartnell, CEO of VitalChoice.com, the leading online seafood company he and his wife Carla founded in 2001. Today, they talk about how Randy helps his customers live healthier lives by providing reliable access to safe, sustainable seafood, and educating them about the far-reaching impact of their seafood choices on our health, society, and the environment. Randy Hartnell is CEO of VitalChoice.com, the leading online seafood company he and his wife Carla founded in 2001. Randy loves helping his customers live healthier lives by providing reliable access to s...
2021-04-0551 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineReversing Autoimmune Diseases | Natasha Fallahi, DCDr. Rob Downey speaks with Dr. Natasha Fallahi, The Sensitive Doctor. She is a MindBodyHealth expert, functional medicine practitioner, and Certified Autoimmune Coach specializing in an intuitive approach to living and healing. Download her free ebook: Too Sensitive - 5 Things I Did to Heal from Depression, Anxiety and Hashimoto's Autoimmunity. Timestamps: [02:53] Natasha's unconventional journey towards medicine[09:16] Healing Hashimoto's intuitively [12:04] The health consequences of being empathic/intuitive- and its tie to autoimmunity[17:30] The common sense of functional medicine[29:18] Giving others hope: why diseases shouldn't be labeled as ir...
2021-03-2650 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineFood Revolution | Ocean Robbins, CEO of Food Revolution NetworkToday, Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Ocean Robbins, CEO, Food Revolution Network. Ocean reveals the secrets the industrialized food industry doesn't want people to know, how specific ingredients and methods could be making people sick, and what they can do about it. [02:28] The comorbidies of our population dependent on obesity [06:20] How to get better, quicker [13:20] Helping people with the least- why healthy food has a reputation for the wealthy [18:17] How to habituate healthy habits [37:11] Tuning around the stress of the pandemic
2021-03-1941 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineMinimalism Life | Heather Aardema, Health CoachHeather Aardema is a National Board Certified and Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach. She's the founder of Root of Wellbeing—a wellness and weight loss coaching boutique and she's the creator of The Live Light Method—a novel approach to weight loss rooted in simplicity, functional nutrition, and positive psychology. Heather is an aspiring minimalist and an advocate of living light. After decades of an overloaded, addicted-to-busy schedule, she's now freer and happier than she's ever been before. She guides her clients toward their own wellness breakthroughs by helping them clear the clutter—in their heads, hearts and homes, so tha...
2021-03-1249 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineStoked Beekeeping | Jacob Werner, Beekeeper"I decided I was done working inside. It started to weigh on me." Today, Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Jacob Werner, the head beekeeper at Stoked Beekeeping Co. in Homer, Alaska. Stoked is a family run beekeeping company, which started in 2015 with just a single beehive. They now operate close to 150 beehives among south central Alaska's pristine subalpine meadows. Today they talk about the health benefits of bee products- not limited to honey. Get some delicious and beneficial bee products from the Stoked Beekeeping online store. ...
2021-03-0430 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineKasandrinos Olive Oil | Tony KasandrinosDr. Rob Downey speaks with Tony Kasandrinos of Kasandrinos Olive Oil to hear about the genesis of his family olive oil company and how it has become not just a cooking staple, but a health benefit. Click here to get 50% off on the first order of your olive oil subscription, 15% off thereafter. Timestamps: [02:19] How did the Kasandrinos family get started in the olive oil business? [07:49] The "philosophy" of olive oil. [12:02] Olive Oil as pharmacology [25:48] What is the origin of this olive oil? [28:26] How do...
2021-02-1950 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicinePsychology of Eating | Marc DavidDr. Rob Downey speaks with Marc David, the Founder of the Institute for the Psychology of Eating, a leading visionary and teacher in Eating Psychology, and the author of the classic and best-selling books Nourishing Wisdom and The Slow Down Diet. We talk all about how stress ties to the psychology of eating, and approaching weight loss holistically. Marc David is the Founder of the Institute for the Psychology of Eating, a leading visionary and teacher in Eating Psychology, and the author of the classic and best-selling books Nourishing Wisdom and The Slow Down Diet. His humorous...
2021-02-1955 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineQuitting Sugar For Good|Michael CollinsDr. Rob Downey speaks with Michael Collins, who has been completely sugar-free for over 30 years. He is Chairman of the Board of a Food Addiction Institute that helps raise awareness about processed food and sugar worldwide, a 501(c) non-profit and is the founder of SugarAddiction.com which has been helping thousands successfully quit sugar for over nine years. Do Michael's 30-Day Sugar Detox today! Timestamps: [03:00] Why is sugar such a problem? Why do people have such a problem regarding sugar as an "addiction"? [07:30] How does sugar addiction operate as, s...
2021-02-0454 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicinePublic Health Culture in the Pandemic | Lorne Carroll, RN, BSNToday, Dr. Rob Downey talks to Lorne Carroll, RN, BSN, and public health expert about his goals working as a Public Health Nurse and Team Leader for the Public Health Nursing section in Alaska, as well as how the pandemic has brought forth the need for change in the global health field. [05:12] Discussing Lorne's fellowship through Johns Hopkins and the goal of the American Health Initiative project [08:34] How should public health professionals properly address interventions? [17:35] The importance of listening culture in the public health field [27:55] How does crisis bring out the...
2020-12-2253 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineThe Healthy Immune Reset | Dr. Sally LaMontAbout the Guest: Dr. Sally LaMont is a licensed naturopathic doctor (ND), acupuncturist (LAc), educator and cook, who sees patients at the Marin Natural Medicine Clinic in Larkspur, California. www.marinnaturalmedicine.com. There, she focuses on healthy aging, digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, heart disease, pre-diabetes, and dementia through personalized natural treatment plans that address the root cause. Dr. Sally has created www.drsallyskitchen.com for her patients and the public to share strategies and recipes to beat chronic disease, using food as medicine. She hosts the Healthy Immune Reset and other digital courses to empower...
2020-11-3044 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineThe Business of Functional Medicine | Tom BlueToday Dr. Rob Downey speaks with Tom Blue, Partner at OvationLab, They discuss why functional medicine is a good idea and why the business aspect is important to the viability of functional medicine being an option for everyone. Timestamps: [01:17] Where does Tom fit-in in the functional medicine universe? [06:47] What makes functional medicine "profitable"- for patients, practitioners, and shareholders [14:33] The realization that disease management has become a "diagnosis delusion" for many [19:29] Whats "new" in functional medicine on the macroscopic scale? [28:14] The co-emergence of the same t...
2020-11-1646 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineFunctional Medicine Coaching | Dr. Sandra Scheinbaum"Understand that we have so much control over our health and that small changes in diet and lifestyle can make a huge difference." Today, Dr. Rob Downey and Dr. Sandra Scheinbaum cover the wonders of functional medicine health coaching, why it's so effective, and where it is going in the future. Go to www.functionalmedicinecoaching.org for more about Dr. Scheinbaum. Timestamps: [01:22] What led Dr. Scheinbaum to find the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy? [06:00] Dr. Rob's personal experience on the effectiveness of health coaching in his practice
2020-11-1636 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineFlipping Fifty | Debra AtkinsonWellness Coach and Hormone Balancing Fitness Expert Debra Atkinson has helped over 150,000 women "flip" their second half with the vitality and energy they want. She's the bestselling author of You Still Got It, Girl: The After 50 Fitness Formula for Women; Navigating Fitness After 50: Your GPS For Choosing Programs and Professionals You Can Trust; and Hot, Not Bothered. Debra hosts Flipping 50 TV and the Flipping 50 podcast, an AARP top podcast for 50+. She is a frequent speaker and TEDx presenter of Everything Women in Menopause Learned About Exercise May Be a Lie. She has 36 years of fitness experience, is...
2020-11-0946 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineIBS and SIBO SOS | Shivan SarnaAfter being diagnosed with Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth in 2015, Shivan Sarna set out on a mission to heal her gut and get her life back. But she quickly was frustrated by the lack of accurate and reliable information. She spent the next year traveling around the country for appointments with the leading SIBO experts, reading everything she could find online and becoming a "patient expert" herself. Get Shivan's SIBO SOS Cookbook here! Timestamps [01:49] Shivan's Background and her journey through IBS and SIBO [06:50] The roadmap through SIBO recovery [10:28] S...
2020-11-0231 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineLower Chronic Inflammation for the Whole Family | Madiha Saeed, MD Dr. Rob Downey speaks the Holistic Mom, MD, Dr. Madiha Saeed, board certified family physician, best-selling author of The Holistic Rx: Your Guide to Healing Chronic Inflammation and Disease and Adam's Healing Adventures. Timestamps: [02:37] The Holistic Kids Show[05:40] About Dr. Madiha Saeed and her parenting "wins" [14:16] Involving family in healthy living [18:37] Quenching inflammation [25:45] How the pandemic is affecting inflammation [32:11] Adam's Healing Adventures + The Holistic Rx [36:35] Taking holistic medicine internationally
2020-10-2641 minField Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineFinding Comfort with a Health Coach | Carol Comfort, FMCHC Dr. Rob Downey speaks with health coach Carol Comfort about food being information for our bodies, the purpose of a health coach, and just taking it slow. Today we will learn: What is the purpose of a health coach? How can collaborating with a health coach transform a physician's practice How does a FMCHC implement a food plan The scope of practice for a health coach in regards to nutrition A recent health related book that could benefit everyone
2020-10-011h 01Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineRock Bottom Thyroid Treatment | Tiffany Flaten, CNS, LNDr. Rob Downey speaks with thyroid expert in nutrition, Tiffany Flaten, CNS, LN. Rock Bottom Thyroid Treatment: An 8-Week Thyroid Diet for People with "Normal" Thyroid Test Results to Thrive, Not Just Survive is Tiffany's first book now available on Amazon. Timestamps: [01:22] About Tiffany Flaten, Thyroid Cancer survivor[07:45] Nutrition and thyroid health [17:45] How to gradually incorporate nutritional changes into your daily life [23:00] The culture of restrictive dieting [28:23] Specific foods to focus on for thyroid problems [38:07] Thyroid testing: where does traditional medicine go wrong?
2020-09-221h 03Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineYou Can Fix Your Brain | Dr. Tom O'BryanDr. Tom O'Bryan is considered a 'Sherlock Holmes' for chronic disease and teaches that recognizing and addressing the underlying mechanisms that activate an immune response is the map to the highway towards better health. Listen today as we discuss all things brain health. Sign up for Dr. Tom's program: You Can Fix Your Brain https://thedr.com/freemybrain
2020-09-041h 10Field Notes: An Exploration of Functional MedicineTreating and Beating Fibromyalgia | Dr. Rodger MurphreeDr. Rob Downey talks to Dr. Rodger Murphree about fibromyalgia, what causes it, who gets it, and why. About the Guest Dr. Rodger Murphree is a board certified chiropractic physician and board certified nutritional specialist. He is an internationally recognized fibromyalgia expert. His "Murphree Method," a combination of functional and orthomolecular medicine, has helped thousands of patients get healthy and feel good again. He's the author of 3 books for patients and doctors including "Treating and Beating Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome," "Treating and Beating Anxiety and Depression With Orthomolecular Medicine," and "H...
2020-08-3145 min