How Humans Heal

Dr. Doni Wilson struggled for decades to solve her numerous health issues and heal her body. With focused determination, she healed herself and in doing so, discovered the Dr. Doni Stress Recovery Protocol ™. On this show, you’re going to hear from Doctors, nutritionists, and experts along with Dr. Doni who will give practical advice and wisdom to help you heal your body. This is How Humans Heal!

#262 Understanding Menopause: The Symptoms, Science, and Solutions You Need Now 05/02/2025

#262 Understanding Menopause: The Symptoms, Science, and Solutions You Need Now The number of women who are postmenopausal is increasing every year. By 2030, it's estimated that over a billion women around the world will be postmenopausal. That's exactly why in this video I'm going to be talking about menopause—both perimenopause and postmenopause. I believe this topic deserves way more attention, and I want to be part of educating women and being an advocate during the menopause transition, helping them make informed decisions for their health now and into the future. I'm Dr. Doni, host of How Humans Heal and Women's Health expert. I've been helping women with their health, including menopausal symptoms, for over 25 years. I recently completed two additional trainings in helping women through menopause, including a menopause boot camp taught by my mentor and instructor in Women's Health, Dr. Tori Hudson. I want to share information that should be within your reach to help you become better advocates for yourself and make informed decisions going forward. There's so much I want to teach you about menopause—more than I can cover in this one video. Today, I want to talk about the common symptoms and health issues for women to start thinking about and noticing in your bodies so you can understand the experience of menopause for yourself. We’re here to help! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Take Dr. Doni’s Stress Type Quiz: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/36405210

#261 Food as Medicine: A Guide to Healing Through Nutrition with Chef James Barry 04/25/2025

#261 Food as Medicine: A Guide to Healing Through Nutrition with Chef James Barry Today I'm excited to introduce you to James Barry. James is the CEO and founder of an organ-based superfood seasoning called PLUCK. He's also a private chef with over 20 years of experience cooking for celebrities like Tom Cruise, George Clooney, and Barbra Streisand. Additionally, James is the co-author of several cookbooks, helping authors create their recipes. As a clinical nutritionist and naturopathic doctor, I'm constantly talking to people about their diet and food choices. Patients continuously ask me what I eat, what they should eat, and what they should avoid. It's an ongoing conversation about food, which is crucial because our food can be either our medicine or work against our health if we're not paying attention. We need to understand that what we consume directly affects our overall well-being, from our immune system to our energy levels and beyond. James works as what I would call a "holistic chef" - someone who knows how to cook and eat in a healthy way. He describes himself as "the how guy." When clients meet with doctors, nutritionists, or dietitians who tell them what foods to avoid, they often wonder, "How do I do that?" That's when healthcare professionals call Chef James because he understands food swaps and knows how to make those changes delicious. He ensures people don't feel deprived, which is key when dispensing information about food. We must remember people are human with emotions tied to food. We can't just say, "Don't eat this and eat that." We need to consider the emotional state, support people where they are, and then swap in foods that will help them reach their desired outcomes. We’re here to help! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Connect With Chef James Barry: Sign Up For Your 14-Day Detox: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/36302310

#260 Healing Harmony: Five Mind-Body Practices to Clear HPV Naturally! 04/18/2025

#260 Healing Harmony: Five Mind-Body Practices to Clear HPV Naturally! In this episode I'm going to talk about five types of mind-body medicine that I recommend you include in your healing plan to help your body protect you from high-risk HPV virus and prevent cancer caused by high-risk HPV strains. I'm Dr. Doni Wilson, a naturopathic doctor, clinical nutritionist, and midwife. I've been practicing for over 25 years, specializing in women's health and helping women address abnormal pap smears, including high-risk HPV. I help them heal their cervix, get HPV to negative, and keep it negative—which is unheard of in standard care. In standard care, well-trained surgeons can remove abnormal cells, but that doesn't remove the virus, which is why many people are told HPV won't go away. Yet research clearly shows the human immune system can clear HPV, even though it's a DNA virus with 14 high-risk types associated with cancer. The immune system can clear HPV, and I focus on this information. Why isn't your immune system clearing HPV? Why is it still there? Why is it causing abnormal cells when 90% of people clear the virus without developing abnormal cells? We need to determine what in your system is depleted, imbalanced, or disrupted. One natural approach to clearing HPV is the mind-body connection. I didn't always know this was essential. However, through case after case of working with women and researching what works best, I've found several effective approaches: - Diet changes to eliminate inflammatory foods - Nutrients to address deficiencies and support immunity - Probiotics for gut and vaginal microbiomes - Homeopathy to remind your immune system to protect against HPV We’re here to help! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Join Dr. Doni’s HPV Workshop: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/36216100

#259 Your Mouth, Your Health: How Biological Dentistry Can Help You Heal with Dr. Toni Engram 04/11/2025

#259 Your Mouth, Your Health: How Biological Dentistry Can Help You Heal with Dr. Toni Engram In this episode I'm excited to introduce you to Dr. Toni Engram. She is what's referred to as a biological dentist. She's also an integrative health coach and the owner of Flourished Dental Boutique in Richardson, Texas. For a lot of people, we think a dentist is only a dentist, but that's not really the case anymore. To understand what it means to be a biological dentist, think of it as the functional medicine or naturopathic version of dentistry. While biological dentists still do fillings, crowns, and other standard procedures, how they do these things is very intentional. Biological medicine has an appreciation for the biological terrain. It's not just about one germ causing one illness - it's about what our toxic bucket looks like. Have we filled it too much and is it overflowing, or are we supporting it? In biological dentistry, practitioners look carefully at what materials they're using and whether those are helping or hurting. They look for infections in a patient's mouth that might be hiding and could impact overall health. When toxins or infections are involved, biological dentists use techniques that aim to be safer and more natural whenever possible. They don't use fluoride anywhere in the office. When taking out old silver fillings that are half mercury, they follow specific protocols to protect patients and staff. Even the filling materials used are carefully sourced as responsibly as possible. People can search online for a biological dentist in their area. Many patients switch to a biological dentist when their regular dentist retires, or when they realize that traditional dentistry doesn't align with their values. It's about finding a practitioner whose approach matches what you believe in. Some patients don't want fluoride, don't want unnecessary junk in their mouth, and want to ensure dental work is done safely without unnecessary X-rays. What's interesting is that Dr. Toni also has health coach certification, which isn't common even among biological dentists. This gives her a broader perspective on health - she's not just looking at the patient's mouth but considering how their diet and overall health relate to what's happening with their teeth. Health coaching skills help her with one-on-one patient conversations and in communicating with the public through platforms like Instagram and YouTube. It gives her more fine-tuned skills around how to actually help patients to do the things that support them in getting healthier overall. We’re here to help! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Sign Up For Your 14-Day Detox: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/36093285

#258 The 5 Foods to Help Clear High Risk HPV and Prevent Cervical Cancers 04/04/2025

#258 The 5 Foods to Help Clear High Risk HPV and Prevent Cervical Cancers In this episode I’m going to be covering 5 foods to include in your diet to help clear high risk HPV and prevent HPV-related cancers such as cervical and vaginal cancer. I know how confusing it can be to figure out what to eat and what not to eat. Once you realize that the food you feed your body each day can be your medicine and actually help prevent health issues, you start to understand the importance of choosing foods that will do the most good for you. I'm Dr. Doni Wilson, a naturopathic doctor, clinical nutritionist, and midwife. I've been practicing for over 25 years and specialize in women's health, particularly helping women with abnormal pap smears as well as humans with various different stress-related health issues. I want to emphasize that the food choices I’ll be mentioning here will help your overall health. It's not that they only help with abnormal pap results or high risk HPV. When we choose these foods, they help our whole health. Most often, when women test positive for high risk HPV, they are also dealing with other health issues in their body—whether that's digestive issues, skin issues, weight issues, anxiety, depression, mental health issues, sleep issues, autoimmunity, hormone imbalances, or other health concerns. The foods I'll cover in this video will help with any and all of these health issues. Our priority is to choose foods to help support your immune system protect you from high risk HPV so you can clear it to negative and prevent it from coming back again. We’re here to help! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Join Dr. Doni’s HPV Workshop: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/36000230

#257 Health Transformation and Recovery from Trauma by Reducing Inflammation and Using Psychedelic Medicine with Dr. Brad Jacobs 03/28/2025

#257 Health Transformation and Recovery from Trauma by Reducing Inflammation and Using Psychedelic Medicine with Dr. Brad Jacobs In this episode I’m excited to introduce you to Dr. Brad Jacobs, who is board certified in internal medicine and integrative medicine. He is the owner of BlueWave Medicine Clinic in Sausalito, California, and also co-author of the Anti-Inflammation Cookbook. He specializes in psychedelic medicine and a form of therapy called Hakomi. Dr. Brad is now leading in-person retreats in Costa Rica on precision medicine and longevity. We'll be talking about health transformation, longevity, and recovery from trauma by making diet changes to reduce inflammation and using psychedelic medicines. Dr. Brad has been involved with integrative medicine since he was 10 years old. He grew up doing martial arts, and that Chinese upbringing infused him with a different view of how to think about health and healing—not just the treatment of disease but the prevention of disease, thriving and flourishing. I’m so glad Dr. Brad was able to join me on How Humans Heal today to discuss these important topics to help all of you know what is possible for transforming your health and recovering from trauma. We’re here to help! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Connect with Dr. Brad: & Take Dr. Doni’s Stress Type Quiz: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/35899975

#256 HPV, Fertility, and Pregnancy: Everything You Need to Know! 03/21/2025

#256 HPV, Fertility, and Pregnancy: Everything You Need to Know! Are you worried about how high-risk HPV could be affecting your fertility and future pregnancy? In this video, I'm going to be sharing everything you need to know about high-risk HPV and how to protect yourself from HPV-related cancer, and support your fertility and pregnancy at the same time. I'm Dr. Doni Wilson. I am a naturopathic doctor, midwife, and women's health expert with over 25 years of experience. Welcome to the How Humans Heal podcast. Maybe these are some of the questions you have: Is it OK to get pregnant when I'm testing positive for HPV? Is it OK to get pregnant if I have abnormal cells on my Pap smear result? What if I'm already pregnant and then I find out that I have HPV and abnormal cells? What can I do or take during pregnancy and even during breastfeeding to protect myself from high-risk HPV and HPV-related cancer that is safe for my baby? Another common question is: Is it possible to pass the high-risk HPV to my baby either during pregnancy or after? I know how worried you must feel. As a woman, a mom, a grandmother, and a practitioner, I understand what you're going through. And that’s exactly why in this video, I’m going to answer all of these common questions and help you to know what you can do to protect yourself, and your baby. We’re here to help! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/35801485

#255 Best Support for Fertility with Dr. Susan Fox! 03/14/2025

#255 Best Support for Fertility with Dr. Susan Fox! Today I'm looking forward to introducing you to Dr. Susan Fox. She's a doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine, and she's the creator of the "Your Fertile Health Program" as well as the "Best Prep for Pregnancy - Naturally or through IVF or Egg Freezing" Online Summit. So many people out there are struggling with fertility and going through the IVF process with all the stresses that come with it. They're needing help and guidance, but might not know where to turn or what their options are. I think it's wonderful that Dr. Susan is offering fertility support from a Chinese medicine perspective. In my practice I also help many couples to conceive naturally and/or through IVF, and to prevent a miscarriage, with a naturopathic approach. It is so rewarding to help people to create the family of their dreams. As with most health concerns, including preparation for pregnancy and prevention of pregnancy loss, it is when we use strategies from all systems of medicine that we can achieve improved results. It’s not about choosing one approach or another. Natural approaches can be combined with allopathic approaches to improve fertility outcomes. Learn more about the role of Chinese medicine and acupuncture in this episode, and about the Best Prep for Pregnancy Summit, with Dr. Susan Fox. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Join Dr. Doni’s Kickstart Program: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/35681020

#254 Why There's NO Magic Pill for HPV or ANY Health Issue! 03/07/2025

#254 Why There's NO Magic Pill for HPV or ANY Health Issue! In this episode, I'm going to be talking about the concept of the "magic pill" and I'm going to be especially using it to talk about risk for HPV-related cancer, specifically cervical cancer in women. But I encourage you to listen in regardless of what health issue you're dealing with to better understand the mindset, perspective, and paradigm shift that I see my patients making in order to truly transform their health. The magic pill concept is about a fictional or hypothetical medication that can miraculously heal or cure any kind of health issue from a single pill without any side effects or limitations. I think we can all relate to this – we would all love it if there was some magic pill we could swallow that takes away all of our pain, whether physical or emotional, cancer risk, or whatever troubles we're experiencing in our life. Wouldn't that be amazing if we could just take a pill and it all goes away? When we get a headache, we immediately think, "Where's that pill I could take to make the headache go away?" Sometimes it works – we take a pill and the headache disappears. The problem is if we get a headache every day and take that pill every day, eventually that pill can start to have side effects and negative impacts on our bodies. At that point, even if that pill is taking our headache away, it might be causing a stomachache, for example. This is the limitation of taking a medication or substance we often turn to for a quick fix. As humans, we have to learn to stop ourselves from chasing that next shiny object, hoping that one thing is going to fix everything and we're never going to have to think about it again. We need to realize that the reality is that most often, things are not really fixed with a magic pill. They're more often resolved with true intention and transformation. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/35570425

#253 The 3 Ways High-Risk HPV Virus Acts Like a Narcissist! 02/28/2025

#252 Meet Laura Lang-Ree, The Cancer Mom Who's Empowering Parents! 02/21/2025

#252 Meet Laura Lang-Ree, The Cancer Mom Who's Empowering Parents! In this episode I'm excited to introduce you to Laura DeKraker Lang-Ree. She is a patient advocate, a professional educator for over 30 years, and author of a book to empower parents who are in the process of supporting their child through cancer treatment. It's called "The Cancer Parents Handbook: What Your Oncologist Doesn't Have Time to Tell You." I’m so grateful that Laura is joining me on How Humans Heal to share about her journey that led to writing the book. She didn't write it out of nowhere - she wrote it because she went through it herself. Her daughter had childhood leukemia at age three. That's huge to have gone through the cancer treatment process and come out the other side saying "I want to help others by writing the book I needed when I was in the process of helping my daughter." Navigating the treatment process can be so stressful. The medical team is phenomenal at the treatment side, but they don't have time to explain everything parents need to know about managing daily life, supporting their child's wellbeing, and maintaining their own health through the process. This book aims to provide that missing piece - the information parents desperately need but doctors don't have time to share. The impact of cancer treatment goes far beyond the medical aspects. It affects the whole family - parents, siblings, and extended family members. It changes routines, challenges relationships, and forces families to develop new ways of coping and supporting each other. Laura's book addresses all these aspects, providing practical guidance for navigating both the medical journey and the profound personal transformation that comes with it. I’ve very proud to have contributed to the Cancer Parent’s Handbook with insights as a naturopathic doctor, and as Laura’s doctor (with her permission to share). We’re here to help you! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Order Laura’s book: Take Dr. Doni’s Stress Type Quiz: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Free Masterclass: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/35373740

#251 Meet Dr. Brandy Cummings, The HEALTH HERO Every Mom Needs! 02/14/2025

#251 Meet Dr. Brandy Cummings, The HEALTH HERO Every Mom Needs! Today I'm excited to introduce you to Dr. Brandy Cummings, who holds a doctorate in Clinical Nutrition. She's the host of the Resilient Motherhood Summit, which I'm particularly enthusiastic about because she's created this wonderful opportunity to support women who've been dealing with chronic health issues during and after pregnancy. Pregnancy and motherhood is a beautiful and amazing time of women’s life, and it can be extremely stressful and depleting for women. Nutrients can become deficient, and hormones can become imbalanced. This leaves women at risk of many different health issues, making it harder for them to take care of themselves and their children. Women have been taught that they “should” be a “super mom” – to take care of everyone without feeling overwhelmed or exhausted. But the fact is, most moms do experience fatigue, anxiety, and burnout, let alone many other health issues. And women feel their health issues aren't being adequately addressed by the standard medical system. Dr. Brandy has created the Resilient Motherhood Summit as a platform for women to learn more about the possibilities for healing, even if they’ve been told that healing is not possible. I'm deeply grateful to be part of the Resilient Motherhood Summit to discuss HPV and abnormal pap smears, which many mom’s face without adequate help. Plus, as a stress expert, I see that when women are burned out due to not having enough support during motherhood, they become more susceptible to HPV and other health issues. As healthcare practitioners, Dr. Brandy and I both believe that women deserve and need more support – with diet, lifestyle, and overall wellness – during and after pregnancy in order to prevent health issues. We’re here to help you! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Join Dr. Brandy’s Summit: Sign Up For Your 14-Day Detox: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Free Masterclass: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/35278320

#250 The 5 Surprising Ways That Menopause Increases Risk of HPV 02/07/2025

#250 The 5 Surprising Ways That Menopause Increases Risk of HPV In this episode, I'm going to be talking about the five reasons that high-risk HPV virus and abnormal pap smears are more common during peri and post-menopause. Many women think that dealing with HPV and abnormal pap smears is primarily a concern for women in their 20s and 30s. While yes, it is a concern for younger women, it's also a significant issue for women over age 35. Age 35 marks the beginning of perimenopause, which means around the time of menopause. Menopause is defined by one year since your last period, with the average age being 51. This means that post-menopause comprises most of a woman's life, making it crucial to understand how to support women during this transition and beyond. Perhaps some of you listening have already dealt with abnormal cells or cancer related to HPV and want to know how to prevent a recurrence. I'll be sharing that information with you because this is something I specialize in helping women address. We need to understand why it is and how it is that high-risk HPV virus can test positive during this time of your life, and know that there's so much you can do to protect yourself from high-risk HPV to prevent it from causing cervical cancer, vaginal cancer, or other types of HPV-related cancers. We’re here to help you! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Join Dr. Doni’s “Say Goodbye To HPV” Program: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Free Masterclass: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/35186645

#249 What's HIDDEN in Your Body from Past Trauma? with Dr. Aimie Apigian 01/31/2025

#248 Is Being HIGHLY SENSITIVE Linked to High-Risk HPV and Abnormal PAP Smears? 01/24/2025

#248 Is Being HIGHLY SENSITIVE Linked to High-Risk HPV and Abnormal PAP Smears? Have you wondered if being a highly sensitive person might increase your risk of high-risk HPV and abnormal pap smears? I'm Dr. Doni Wilson, a naturopathic doctor and women's health expert. I help women who test positive for high-risk HPV virus, including women who have abnormal cells on the cervix or in the vagina, to eliminate high-risk HPV so they don't have to continue getting ongoing procedures and potentially develop cancer. Most women find out they're testing positive for high-risk HPV after having a gynecology exam and pap smear. More practitioners are now testing for high-risk HPV at the time of a pap smear. Some women go into shock when they discover they're testing positive, wondering how this happened. Others might have been testing positive for more than five years and feel frustrated that they can't get it to go away. As a women's health expert specializing in high-risk HPV, I've helped thousands of women worldwide over the last 25 years. I've seen the patterns, read the research, and identified a protocol to help women, and that's why I'm so passionate about sharing this information with you. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Join Dr. Doni’s “Say Goodbye To HPV” Program: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Free Masterclass: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/34988980

#247 What Makes MY Approach to Healthcare – Specifically Women’s Health - So Different? 01/17/2025

#246 Dr. Jenn Simmons REVEALS How to Detect Breast Cancer EARLY! 01/10/2025

#246 Dr. Jenn Simmons REVEALS How to Detect Breast Cancer EARLY! In this episode, I'm looking forward to introducing you to Dr. Jenn Simmons. She is a breast surgeon who turned into an integrative oncologist, now specializing in helping women identify breast cancer early and prevent breast cancer from happening in the first place. She has opened two QT breast imaging centers and is preparing to open more of them to help women in this effort to reduce breast cancer nationwide and even worldwide. Dr. Simmons is also author of "The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer." The book, as Dr. Simmons explains, is not just for women with breast cancer - it's necessary reading for every woman. In fact, she's considering publishing the same book without the pathology report explanations, perhaps titled "The Breast Owner's Guide," because the information is so vital for all women. She's already started working on her second book, showing her commitment to spreading this essential knowledge to as many women as possible. Dr. Simmons' approach represents a paradigm shift in how we think about breast health and cancer prevention. Her work combines the precision of conventional medicine with the holistic understanding of integrative healthcare, creating a comprehensive approach that addresses both the immediate concerns of breast cancer and the underlying factors that contribute to its development. The work she's doing is revolutionary in many ways, especially in terms of how we approach breast cancer screening and prevention. By opening QT breast imaging centers and writing educational materials, she's creating accessibility to better healthcare options that weren't previously available to most women. Her centers provide a more comfortable, less invasive, and potentially more effective way to screen for breast cancer, while her educational materials help women understand how to take control of their breast health proactively. I’m so proud to be sharing her work here on How Humans Heal. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Connect with Dr. Jenn: Sign up for Dr. Doni’s HPV Workshop: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Free Masterclass: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/34800375

#245 What to Do When You Test POSITIVE for HPV? 01/03/2025

#244 Why Weight Gain Is Part Of Menopause And How To Counteract It with Dr. Betty Murray 12/27/2024

#244 Why Weight Gain Is Part Of Menopause And How To Counteract It with Dr. Betty Murray In this episode, I'm excited to introduce you to Dr. Betty Murray, women's health expert and researcher, as well as founder of a functional medicine clinic in Dallas, TX. She also runs a telemedicine clinic called Menrva where she helps women master menopause. She has a podcast, a TV show coming out, and a program specifically focused on helping women with menopause. I invited Dr. Murray to join me on How Humans Heal because I want you, the listeners, to have the latest, greatest information about menopause, hormone replacement, and metabolism so you can be making the informed decisions for your health care now, without having to wait for that info to be integrated into standard medical care. Dr. Murray’s research is related to the microbiome and metabolism of women in menopause. In her research she was able to solve the mystery of why weight gain happens, and how to prevent it. When asked what got her started with this focus area, she shared that her passion about helping women with menopause started with experiencing it herself. As a clinical nutritionist, she become immersed in understanding the changes women experience and what can be done to address them without causing other issues. Dr. Murray believes women deserve so much more support during the menopause transition, and that is what drives her to be so outspoken about what is possible and what is not being offered in the standard of care. We’re here to help you! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Connect with Dr. Murray: Connect with Dr. Murray: Sign Up For Your 14-Day Detox: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Free Masterclass: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/34627680

#243 7 Reasons to Avoid Gluten to Help Clear HPV 12/20/2024

#243 7 Reasons to Avoid Gluten to Help Clear HPV Today we're going to be talking about the seven reasons I recommend avoiding gluten to help clear the high-risk HPV virus from your body once and for all. I've been an expert in gluten and have specialized in helping patients with it for over 20 years. I was forced to learn about gluten when I was getting severe migraines, and when my daughter developed severe eczema as an infant. I had to understand the role gluten was playing to help heal both myself and my daughter. This led me to research gluten endlessly, reading all available research articles from and speaking at professional conferences around the U.S. about gluten sensitivity and celiac disease. In my books and programs, I help people identify gluten sensitivity and eliminate gluten from their diet without restricting their caloric intake or causing other health issues. I've had the unique opportunity to help women with both abnormal pap smears and at the same time with gluten sensitivity and celiac disease. Because of this experience, I started to notice that women who have an abnormal pap smears and are testing positive for HPV, are highly likely to also test positive for gluten sensitivity. For resources and support for eating a healthy gluten-free diet, you can go to my website DoctorDoni.com where I have gluten-free recipes, meals plans, and programs - you name it, I've got it all planned out for you, including books where I teach you exactly how to eat without gluten in your life. We’re here to help you! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Sign Up For Your 14-Day Detox: Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Free Masterclass: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/34542445

#242 Midlife Challenges? A Health Coach Can Help with Jill Foos! 12/13/2024

#241 HPV Recovery: The Role of Stress and Emotional Healing! 12/06/2024

#240 Meet America's Leading Lyme Recovery Expert Dr. Tom Moorcroft! 11/29/2024

#239 How Understanding the Gut Vagina Connection can help you Clear HPV! 11/22/2024

#239 How Understanding the Gut Vagina Connection can help you Clear HPV! In this episode I’m going to talk about how diet and gut health play a key role in helping to clear high-risk HPV virus. As a women's health expert and HPV specialist, I've helped thousands of women around the world address abnormal pap smears and get HPV to negative, once and for all. I’ve seen first-hand that helping women to optimize their gut microbiome and to heal leaky gut is a sure path to helping them clear HPV and prevent cervical cancer. The gut-vaginal connection isn't well known, and it's definitely not something you're likely to hear about from your doctor's office, even though more research studies are coming out every year documenting what's called the gut-vagina axis. There's communication both ways - not only does the microbiome in the gut influence the microbiome in the vagina, but also the microbiome in the vagina influences the gut. And, the microbiome in both locations communicates with our immune system, so our whole body gets signals from these microbes. This influences inflammation levels in both the gut and vagina, as well as susceptibility to infections, like high-risk HPV and others. Most women are told by their doctors either that HPV will go away on its own (but then in some cases it doesn't), or that it's never going to go away. In both scenarios, women are left needing to meet with their gynecologist every six months, essentially waiting for things to get worse. These are the options women face right now in the United States and other countries around the world. I know because I talk to thousands of women every year who tell me this is what they're experiencing in the standard medical approach to HPV and abnormal pap smears. Yet, by understanding the gut-vagina connection, we can help women optimize their gut and vaginal microbiome, and drop inflammation. With this information, we can reduce rates of HPV-related cancers like cervical, vaginal, vulvar, and other cancers. We’re here to help you! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Join Dr. Doni’s “Say Goodbye To HPV” Program: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/34101221

#238 BONE HEALTH EXPERT Reveals Osteoporosis Secrets All Women (And Men) Need to Know with Dr John Neustadt! 11/14/2024

#238 BONE HEALTH EXPERT Reveals Osteoporosis Secrets All Women (And Men) Need to Know with Dr John Neustadt! Today I'm excited to introduce you to my friend and colleague Dr. John Neustadt, a naturopathic doctor and graduate of Bastyr University. He's an expert in bone health and prevention of osteoporosis, as well as a researcher, speaker, and author of the book "Fracture Proof Your Bones: A Comprehensive Guide to Osteoporosis." While we often think of osteoporosis as primarily affecting women during perimenopause and post-menopause, it's important to note that about 80% of osteoporosis cases are in women and 20% in men. Like many chronic diseases, the condition progresses for many years before receiving a diagnosis. Research shows that approximately 70% of women 50 years and older have some bone loss, and this might be an underestimate considering the many commonly prescribed medications, such as antidepressants and acid-blocking medications, that can damage bone health even earlier in life. If you have osteoporosis and fracture a hip, there's up to a 65% chance of death within a year. However, it's important to understand that while serious, this isn't an emergency. There's time to educate yourself and create a holistic bone health plan. I'm so glad to be able to connect with John and be able to bring a natural and holistic solution to my patients and listeners who are wanting to prevent osteoporosis and fractures. If you found this information helpful, please make sure to subscribe so you don't miss future episodes of How Humans Heal. We’re here to help you! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Links for the episode: and: Sign Up For Your 14-Day Detox: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/33903487

#237 HPV Virus EXPLAINED: Understanding Cancer Risks and Prevention! 11/08/2024

#237 HPV Virus EXPLAINED: Understanding Cancer Risks and Prevention! Hi, I'm Dr. Doni, and today I want to help you understand the HPV virus, or human papillomavirus, the different types, and how some types are associated with cancer risk, including cervical cancer. Cervical cancer is the third most common cancer in women in the United States, with over 13,000 cases diagnosed every year and over 600,000 cases diagnosed worldwide annually. This is a very important type of cancer for us to understand and prevent. It's my mission to share this information with all of you so we can work toward preventing cervical cancer. Through understanding and proactive measures, we can significantly reduce the impact of this disease on women's health globally. Thanks so much for joining me here today. Please make sure to comment if you have questions or any thoughts, and also to subscribe and put on your notifications so you don't miss my next video. I look forward to connecting with all of you very soon. Remember, you are worth it. Your health is worth it. And you have the power to make positive changes in your life that can have a profound impact on your health and well-being. Don't let fear or misinformation hold you back. I’m here to help you! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Join Dr. Doni’s Kickstart Program: Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/33843917

#236 CBD and CBG: Complete Medical Benefits Guide with Justin Finneman 11/01/2024

#235 Abnormal Pap Smears: What Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You! 10/25/2024

#235 Abnormal Pap Smears: What Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You! Today, I want to share important information about abnormal pap smears that your doctor might not be telling you. When you hear "abnormal pap smear," that's not just one thing. It's a gradation from completely healthy cells to slightly inflamed cells, to more inflamed and maybe abnormal shaped cells where the nucleus is starting to get bigger, gradually looking more and more like a cancer cell. Your doctor is likely NOT telling you that your body can protect yourself from high risk HPV virus types that cause abnormal cells and cancer, even if you are re-exposed to the virus. I am a licensed naturopathic doctor, as well as a certified professional midwife and nutrition specialist. I've been practicing as a women's health expert for over 24 years, specializing in helping women with abnormal pap smears. I've been successful helping women of all ages, from 20 to more than 70 years old. If you are ready and would like to start taking the first steps towards clearing HPV, I encourage you to sign up for my Say Goodbye to HPV Program. You can also go to clearhpvnow.com. There, you'll find lots of resources and stories from women I've worked with. You can see that this approach really works, and it can work for you too. Or you can set up a one-on-one appointment here. We’re here to help you! LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Join Dr. Doni’s “Say Goodbye To HPV” Program: https://hpv.doctordoni.com/hpv/checkout-12week-program Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: Read the full episode notes and find more information: MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI: Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. /episode/index/show/drdoni/id/33607987

#234 QT Scan Revolutionizes BREAST IMAGING for Women with Dr. Yvonne Karney! 10/18/2024

#233 High-Risk HPV: 5 Crucial Facts Every Woman Needs to Know 10/11/2024

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