Feel Freaking Amazing™

Live like you matter, ditch the pills, look great, and Feel FREAKING Amazing™! Hosted by doctors Wendie and Ed, Feel Freaking Amazing™ is a functional medicine podcast that focuses on your physical structure, chemistry, emotional well-being, social well-being, and your spiritual health. At Feel Freaking Amazing™ our belief is that people can and should be vibrant, healthy, happy, alive, able, and interested in intimacy till they’re at least a hundred years old. This podcast exists to inspire and empower you to live a long, healthy and happy life. Let’s. Get. Started! For show notes, go to https://www.fivejourneys.com/podcast/

Why Your Antidepressants Aren't Working (And How to Address The Root Cause), with Dr. Will Van Derveer 11/10/2025

Functional Nutrition vs. Dieting: What Actually Works, with Andrea Nakayama 10/27/2025

What Can Women Do To Finally Conquer Fatigue And Brain Fog?, with Mark Faulkner 10/13/2025

How Postmenopausal Hormone Changes Affect Your Vision, with Dr. Meenal Agarwal 09/29/2025

Overcome 14 Chronic Illnesses, with Ashok Gupta 09/15/2025

Achieve Restful Sleep and Reduce Your Anxiety, with Elizabeth Grojean 09/01/2025

Why 16 Hours Isn’t Enough for True Fasting Benefits, with Dr. Chris Rhodes 08/18/2025

Your Symptoms Are Real, with Dr. David Clarke 08/04/2025

Eat Mushrooms for Better Gut Health and Immunity, with Dr. Anna Sitkoff 07/21/2025

Use Glutathione to Reduce Oxidative Stress, with Dr. Nayan Patel 07/07/2025

Lose Weight By Getting Healthy, with Ben Azadi 06/23/2025

Toxins and Autoimmunity, with Dr. Aly Cohen 06/09/2025

Improve ADHD and Dyslexia through Vision Training, with Dr. Bryce Appelbaum 05/26/2025

Find Metabolic Freedom, with Ben Azadi 05/12/2025

Regain Energy, Heal Your Mitochondria, with Laura Frontiero 05/05/2025

Regain Energy, Heal Your Mitochondria, with Laura Frontiero The mitochondria are the powerhouse driving your body's energy and health, affecting your overall energy levels and your risk of chronic diseases. Unsurprisingly, environmental toxins can have a major impact on the health of your mitochondria. In this short episode, Laura Frontiero explains the mitochondria and how it impacts overall health through the production of ATP (a molecule that serves as the cells' primary energy source). The conversation sheds light on how environmental toxins affect mitochondrial health from early stages of life and the subsequent impact on chronic diseases and autoimmune disorders. She also shares insights on the importance of addressing mitochondrial dysfunction, drawing from her own experiences and research. Episode Notes ATP production is crucial for maintaining energy levels for bodily functions and understanding the consequences of mitochondrial decline on overall health. It is critical for sustaining not just physical energy for daily activities but it is also the invisible energy required for many vital internal processes. Environmental Toxins and The Mitochondria The impact of environmental toxicants on mitochondrial function highlights the importance of reducing exposure to toxins for overall health. Environmental factors can lead to mitochondrial dysfunction, which can contribute to the development of chronic diseases and autoimmune disorders. Reverse Chronic Diseases Addressing mitochondrial dysfunction is essential for reversing chronic diseases and promoting overall health. Learning how to improve mitochondrial function can lead to increased energy levels and improved health outcomes. Listen now and start regaining your energy and vitality! Follow us on Instagram at Guest Bio Laura Frontiero, NP, is a leading expert in functional medicine and mitochondrial health. Laura specializes in helping high-performing individuals optimize their energy, mental focus, and physical well-being by addressing root causes such as toxins, chronic infections, and stress. Her work integrates traditional and functional medicine, focusing on restoring gut health and enhancing mitochondrial function to achieve peak biological performance. Through her virtual wellness programs, Laura empowers clients to reclaim their "energy edge" and thrive in their personal and professional lives. Links Related Episodes /episode/index/show/fivejourneys/id/36233145

Manage Stress Using Wearables, with Dr. Torkil Færø 04/21/2025

Improve Your Vision, with Dr. Bryce Appelbaum 04/07/2025

Take These Tests to Detect Heart Disease Early, with Dr. Joel Kahn 03/31/2025

Take These Tests to Detect Heart Disease Early, with Dr. Joel Kahn Heart disease is the number one killer. But what if you could know your risk factors far in advance? Some cutting-edge tests are changing the game in cardiovascular health, and they’re more accessible than you might think. In this episode, Dr. Joel Kahn sheds light on the critical role of early detection and intervention in preventing heart disease. Dr. Kahn, a leading cardiologist, emphasizes the significance of identifying atherosclerosis, the primary culprit behind heart disease, through advanced technology scans before you start feeling any symptoms. Listen to this episode and start preventing rather than lamenting your heart health! Episode Notes Dr. Joel Kahn stresses that even individuals with seemingly healthy lifestyles can have significant plaque buildup in their arteries, highlighting the importance of regular screenings. Benefits of Coronary Artery Calcium Scans The Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) scan is a valuable tool for detecting plaque in the arteries, providing crucial insights into cardiovascular health. This scan is recommended for individuals at risk of heart disease, such as those with a family history of high cholesterol. Early detection through the CAC scan can help in developing preventive strategies and maintaining heart health. Detect Heart Disease Early Early detection of heart disease is crucial in preventing its potentially fatal consequences. Tools like the CAC scan and AI-assisted CT scans provide detailed information about cardiovascular health, enabling you to take proactive steps towards maintaining a healthy heart. Regular screening and early intervention can significantly improve cardiovascular health outcomes. Prevent Atherosclerosis Atherosclerosis, the buildup of plaque in arteries, is a significant factor in heart disease and other health issues like erectile dysfunction. Regular screening, including the CAC scan, can help prevent the progression of atherosclerosis. By addressing risk factors and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, you can reduce your chances of developing heart disease. Follow us on Instagram at Guest Bio Kahn obtained a BA in 1980 and MD in 1983 from the University of Michigan. He is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at Wayne State University School of Medicine and Associate Professor of Medicine at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. He is the founder of the Kahn Center for Cardiac Longevity in Bingham Farms, Michigan. Kahn is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and a member of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. He has authored articles for HuffPost and the Reader's Digest. Links Related Episodes /episode/index/show/fivejourneys/id/35668620

Achieve Metabolic Flexibility, with Neil Gyte 03/24/2025

Use Epigenetics to Optimize Your Health, with Kashif Khan 03/17/2025

Use Epigenetics to Optimize Your Health, with Kashif Khan Your genes may not determine your destiny as much as you think. Your lifestyle, environment, and even your ancestors' experiences can shape your genetic expression. In this episode, Kashif Khan dives into the fascinating world of genetics and functional genomics, shedding light on how both our genes and our environment influence our health. Recognizing this interplay is crucial if you want to live a long, healthy life. Episode Notes According to epigenetics, our genes are not our destiny but can be influenced by various factors. In fact, we can modify gene expression through our choices and experiences, even with transgenerational effects. Genetics vs Functional Genomics Genetics studies individual genes and their risks, while functional genomics takes a holistic view of the body's systems. Understanding genetics helps identify predispositions, but functional genomics considers how the body's pathways interact for a more comprehensive health perspective. Role of the Environment in Epigenetics Epigenetics shows that our environment and lifestyle impacts how our genes are expressed. Modern changes in agriculture and industrialization, as well as our stressed have shifted from our genetically adapted conditions. Lifestyle Impact on Health Risks Our lifestyle choices, such as diet and exercise, can influence how our genes are expressed. Epigenetics reveals that genes are not fixed destinies, but their expression is modifiable by our lifestyle choices. Listen now to start taking care of your epigenetics! Follow us on Instagram at Guest Bio Kashif Khan is Chief Executive Officer and Founder of The DNA Company, where personalized medicine is being pioneered through unique insights into the human genome. Growing up in Vancouver, Canada, in an immigrant household, Kashif developed an industrious entrepreneurial spirit from a young age. Prior to his tenure at the DNA Company, Kashif advised a number of high-growth start-ups in a variety of industries. As Kashif dove into the field of functional genomics as the CEO of The DNA Company, it was revealed that his neural wiring was actually genetically designed to be entrepreneurial. However, his genes also revealed a particular sensitivity to pollutants. Now seeing his health from a new lens, Kashif dove further and started to see the genetic pathways that led to his own family’s challenges, and the opportunities to reverse chronic disease. His measure of success is not in dollars earned, but in lives improved. Links Related Episodes /episode/index/show/fivejourneys/id/35603445

Prevent Disease Using Biofeedback, with Dr. Torkil Færø 03/10/2025

Avoid Toxins in Wild Algae, with Dr. Catharine Arnston 03/03/2025

Detox by Rotating Plant Fibers, with Dr. Deanna Minich 02/24/2025

Detox by Rotating Plant Fibers, with Dr. Deanna Minich Do you want to optimize your detoxification and improve gut motility? The answer may lie in rotating dietary fibers. It's not just about the type or amount of fiber, but the diversity and rotation of fibers that can truly revolutionize your gut health. Rotating fibers every few days can create a diverse gut microbiome as well as help your detox. In this episode, Dr. Deanna Minich delves into the vital role of phytonutrients and fiber in promoting detoxification and gut health. She emphasizes the significance of incorporating a diverse range of colorful foods and rotating dietary fibers to optimize gut motility and support the body's detoxification processes. She advocates for the rotational approach to fiber intake, recommending the inclusion of about 50 unique foods within a week to promote diversity and enhance immune health. Listen now and start adding fibers to your diet today! Follow us on Instagram at Summary Dr. Minich discusses the relationship between phytonutrients and detoxification, highlighting the role of fiber in preventing the absorption of toxicants into the body and binding to toxins, estrogen, and liver metabolites. Dr. Minich stresses the importance of adequate hydration alongside fiber consumption and categorizes fibers into broom fibers, which promote gut motility, and mop fibers, which aid in toxin binding and gut microbiome health. Phytonutrients in Colorful Foods Phytonutrients play a vital role in supporting the body's detoxification mechanisms. By consuming a rainbow of fruits and vegetables, you can harness the power of diverse phytonutrients to enhance your overall health and aid in detox processes. Incorporating colorful foods can help you optimize your detox and improve your gut health. Fiber and Detox Fiber is a key player in supporting detoxification processes within the body. It acts as a binding agent for heavy metals, estrogen, and liver metabolites, facilitating their elimination from the body. Just as a broom, it sweeps away toxins and waste products, preventing their absorption into the bloodstream. Implementing a Rotation Diet A rotation diet involves regularly changing up your food choices to promote dietary diversity and avoid developing sensitivities to specific foods. Dr. Minich recommends rotating fiber sources every three to four days and aiming to include around 50 unique foods within a week. This approach helps prevent gut microbiome imbalances and ensures that the body receives a wide array of nutrients for optimal health and detoxification. Listen now and start adding fibers to your diet today! Guest Bio Dr. Deanna Minich is a nutrition scientist, international lecturer, educator, and author, with over twenty years of experience in academia and in the food and dietary supplement industries, currently serving as Chief Science Officer at Symphony Natural Health. She has been active as a functional medicine clinician in clinical trials and in her own practice (Food & Spirit™). She is the author of six consumer books on wellness topics, four book chapters, and over fifty scientific publications. Her academic background is in nutrition science, including a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of Illinois at Chicago (1995) and a Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Medical Sciences from the University of Groningen in the Netherlands (1999). She has served on the Nutrition Advisory Board for The Institute of Functional Medicine and on the Board of Directors for the American Nutrition Association. Currently, she teaches for the Institute for Functional Medicine, University of Western States, Institute for Integrative Nutrition, and Institute for Brain Potential. Through her talks, workshops, groups, and in-person retreats, she helps people to practically and artfully transform their lives through nutrition and lifestyle. Visit her at: Links Related Episodes /episode/index/show/fivejourneys/id/35173165

Restore Your Child’s Microbiome After Antibiotics, with Dr. Elisa Song 02/17/2025

How Hormones Turn Into Toxins, with Dr. Sharon Stills 02/10/2025

How Hormones Turn Into Toxins, with Dr. Sharon Stills An imbalanced microbiome, stress, and environmental toxins can turn your hormones into toxins that will stay in your body, affecting your overall well-being. This could lead to weight gain and mood swings, even if you're diligently following a healthy diet and exercise routine. Instead of experiencing vibrant health, you could be feeling fatigued and emotionally drained, despite your best efforts to achieve hormonal balance. That's why optimizing your body's eliminatory organs can lead to better hormone balance and a healthier life. Listen now to start taking care of your hormones today! For show notes, visit Follow us on Instagram at Show Notes In this episode, Dr. Sharon Stills delves into the intricate relationship between hormones and toxins in our bodies. She shared her expertise on the factors that can disrupt hormone balance and act as toxins in the body. Xenoestrogens can even come from sources such as supermarket receipts, emphasizing the pervasive nature of these environmental toxins. Dr. Stills also emphasized the crucial role of the liver and gut in processing hormones, underlining the interconnectedness of bodily systems in maintaining hormone balance. Understanding how to minimize exposure and optimize toxin elimination can be your key to feeling freaking amazing. Hormones Becoming Toxins Understanding how hormones can turn into toxins that stay in your body sheds light on the intricate balance necessary for optimal health. Hormones, crucial for bodily functions, can act disruptively due to various factors like an imbalanced microbiome, stress, and exposure to environmental xenoestrogens. This can lead to disturbances in hormone regulation, impacting your overall well-being. Eliminatory Organs for Hormone Balance The proper functioning of organs like the liver, gut, and kidneys plays a crucial role in the detoxification and elimination of hormones, highlighting their essential role in supporting overall health. This highlights the importance of optimizing these organs for effective detoxification. By focusing on enhancing liver function, promoting regular bowel movements, and supporting other eliminatory pathways, you can aid your body in efficiently processing and eliminating toxins. Lifestyle Factors and Epigenetics Dr. Stills challenged the conventional belief that genetics alone determine your health, emphasizing the power of lifestyle choices in shaping well-being. By focusing on factors like diet, movement, thoughts, and toxin exposure, you can enhance your health outcomes and maintain proper hormone balance. Listen now to start taking care of your hormones today! Guest Bio Dr. Sharon Stills is a Naturopathic Medical Doctor providing comprehensive health care, therapeutic and diagnostic services to patients worldwide. She combines her conventional medical training, data-driven science, cutting-edge diagnostic tools and a deep knowledge of natural healing to effectively identify and treat health concerns ranging from allergies to end stage cancer, and everything in between. Dr. Stills is a 2001 graduate of SCNM (The Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine) in Tempe, Arizona, one of the nation’s foremost accredited medical schools. She specializes in European Biological Medicine –having trained extensively with Dr. Thomas Rau formerly of the Paracelsus Clinic in Switzerland. She was chosen to lecture alongside him as part of the Paracelsus Academy. In addition, she is also extremely well-versed in pro-aging therapies and Bio-identical Hormone Replacement. She is well known for her successful involvement with patients dealing with a Cancer Diagnosis – both early and advanced stage – and has been featured in many Oncology Summits based on her experience and knowledge of the subject. Dr. Stills travels the world seeking out the best of Natural Medicine options and bringing them back to the US. Links Related Episodes /episode/index/show/fivejourneys/id/35024825

Reverse Chronic Diseases using Allulose, with Neil Gyte 02/03/2025

Feast-Famine Cycling, Cell Energy, and Fixing Hormone Resistance, with Dr. Dan Pompa 01/27/2025

Is Mold Toxicity Wrecking Your Health?, with Dr. Jaban Moore 01/20/2025

Is Mold Toxicity Wrecking Your Health?, with Dr. Jaban Moore Recognizing mold exposure symptoms and getting a proper diagnosis can be challenging. Mold can wreak havoc on your body in many different ways, from shutting down your liver to causing neurological symptoms. On top of that, testing for mold isn't as straightforward as you might think. In this short episode, Dr. Jaban Moore sheds light on the often hidden and destructive impact of mold on your health and well-being. He emphasizes the pervasive nature of mold as a neurotoxin, highlighting its adverse effects on the liver and mitochondria. The conversation delves into the complexities of mold-related health issues, and the challenges associated with testing and diagnosis. Show Notes Dr. Moore provides valuable insights into the various testing methods for mold and mycotoxin, emphasizing the importance of skilled practitioners in interpreting results and tailoring treatment approaches based on individual circumstances. Hidden Health Effects of Mold Mold's destructive impact on health is often concealed in symptoms not commonly associated with it. Its neurotoxic and inflammatory nature can harm the liver and mitochondria, or cause a variety of different neurological symptoms, presenting complex challenges for diagnosis and treatment. Mold Exposure Symptoms and Diagnosis Dr. Moore recounts a poignant story of a child suffering from depression, anxiety, and OCD linked to mold exposure at school, highlighting the diverse symptoms mold can trigger. That is one of the reasons he emphasizes comprehensive testing methods and the importance of skilled interpretation and personalized approaches. Mycotoxin Testing Accuracy He also stresses the importance of accurate mycotoxin testing, utilizing various assessments and markers to diagnose mold-related issues. Careful consideration of a patient's overall health and stress levels is crucial for effective testing and treatment approaches, cautioning against potential detox reactions in certain situations. Listen now and learn about a possible cause for your unexplained symptoms! Guest Bio Dr. Jaban’s extensive professional and postdoctoral training spans True Cellular Healing, Chiropractic Plus Kinesiology, Applied Kinesiology, Clinical Kinesiology, Acupuncture, Bio-Resonance Therapy, Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT), Nutrition, Rehabilitation, Functional Medicine, and Blood Laboratory Analysis. His continuous education includes courses on Mastering Functional Blood Chemistry, Mastering Thyroid, Mastering Brain Chemistry, and training with experts in Lyme disease. Links Related Episodes /episode/index/show/fivejourneys/id/34832110

Find Your Ideal Hormone Balance, with Dr. Daved Rosensweet 01/13/2025

Heal Your Gut and Look Younger using Peptides, with Dr. Edwin Lee 01/06/2025

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