Best MCV Podcasts (2024)

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Are big red blood cells causing fatigue? What is your MCV? 5:04

5d ago5:04

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In today's episode we're talking about elevated MCV (mean corpuscular volume) and why it can cause fatigue. MCV is an indication of impaired oxygen delivery. This can result in symptoms of fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath and decreased life performance. When red blood cells are small it often associated with low iron but when they are big nut…

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Hypothyroidism & Iron Deficiency 8:04

1d ago8:04

8:04

In today's episode, I'm talking about the interplay between low iron and hypothyroidism. They share similar symptoms from weakness to fatigue to feeling cold all of the time. For example, Iron deficiency can lead to reduced activity of the deiodinase enzyme which affects the conversion of T4 to T3 in the cells. Iron is also a key component of TPO w…

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Glyphosate Was Found In These Gluten-Free Products 7:43

3h ago7:43

7:43

In today's episode we're talking about toxicity via glyphosate. Micronutrient imbalances coupled with chronic toxic exposure lead to hormone imbalance, autoimmune disease, leaky gut barrier, and chronic infections. This past month a study came out looking at gluten-free food products and the levels of different pesticides and minerals present in th…

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Sunscreen: What kind to use and how often 11:39

12d ago11:39

11:39

With sunnier weather comes the question of sunscreen - what kind to use and how often? Today we're talking about when it's necessary to use sunscreen (and when it's not) and what kind to use. Download the Healthy Meals Made Easy PDF Ask your lifestyle health questions on social media, tag @drwholeness and use #accumulatehealth. -------- Connect wit…

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Breaking Personal Records for Huge Momentum 9:54

27d ago9:54

9:54

In today's episode, we're talking about how breaking personal records can boost momentum. Amazingly, when you set and achieve a fitness goal, the brain not only releases dopamine each time you go out to train, but it also releases it when you achieve the goal. This sense of pleasure gathered and repeated from accomplishment sets us up for massive h…

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Are Eggs the Perfect Food? Why you don't want to miss out on their superpowers! 8:43

1M ago8:43

8:43

In today's episode, I'm talking about eggs. Eggs are pretty close to being a perfect food and here's why: 1. High-Quality Protein 2. Rich in Essential Nutrients 3. Supports Brain Health 4. Supports Eye Health 5. Supports Heart Health 6. Supports Healthy Body Composition 7. Supports Skin and Hair Health 8. A Source of Healthy Fats 9. Versatile 10. A…

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Breast Implant Illness Symptoms 9:05

2M ago9:05

9:05

In today's podcast, we are discussing breast implants. I don’t talk or post about this subject because I never want to come across as being judgmental as that does not inspire health accumulation. However, I feel that I need to say something because I have had more and more patients over the last decade with considerable illness that we can trace b…

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6 Ingredients To Avoid In Supplements 9:47

2M ago9:47

9:47

In today's podcast, I'm talking about how to educate yourself before buying supplements. What does Rite Aid, Walgreens, Safeway, Costco, Amazon or even your friend know about supplemental nutrition? Are they invested in your health? Your friends and family members likely want the best for you, but do they know what makes up a quality supplement? --…

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The 5 Barriers Preventing You From Transforming Your Food Routine 12:34

2M ago12:34

12:34

In today's podcast, I'm talking about why do we not do what we know to do? I see this play out time after time in my office. Eating real whole foods is not some new health concept, so why do we struggle to start and then stick with a whole foods eating routine? The first barrier is procrastination. The second barrier is a fear of failure. The third…

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What Excess Sugar Is Doing To Your Body | Know The 5 Signs 8:17

2M ago8:17

8:17

In today's episode, I'm talking about the 5 signs of excess sugar consumption. And by sugar, I mean added sugars in ultra processed foods and flours that come from refined grains. A refined grain is a grain that has had the bran and germ removed (fiber, vitamins, minerals) with only the starchy endosperm left over. This would be most cereals, crack…

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The Truth About Fluoride 8:34

3M ago8:34

8:34

In today's episode, I'm talking about fluoride. Is fluoride a necessity in mouthwash, toothpaste and our water supply? Here are 5 things to consider before making fluoride a part of your routine: Fluoride inhibits the thyroid stimulating hormone output from the pituitary gland. Without a strong signal to the thyroid to make thyroid hormones, T4 and…

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Clean Fifteen Foods 8:46

3M ago8:46

8:46

A couple of weeks ago I discussed the Dirty Dozen and today I'm talking about the Clean 15. Listen to the episide here - The Dirty Dozen and Pesticide Exposure These are fruits and vegetables that are considered to be the least problematic in regards to pesticides. However, if you have the means I would still buy them organic as the bioaccumulation…

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Vegetarian Diet or Pseudo Foods? | A patient story 9:14

3M ago9:14

9:14

In today's episode, I'm sharing about how one of my patients got rid of fatigue, muscle aches, bladder infections, and mood swings by changing their diet. This patient was a vegetarian but she wasn’t eating vegetables, fruit, nuts, seeds and beans, instead she was eating processed foods, and lots of carbs. No matter what type of diet or lifestyle y…

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The Dirty Dozen and Pesticide Exposure 10:01

3M ago10:01

10:01

In today's episode, I'm talking about the fruits and veggies you want to buy organicif you want to avoid excess pesticide exposure. The following whole foods have the highest levels of multiple pesticides. Peaches,nectarines Grapes Strawberries Cherries Spinach Apples Brussel sprouts Cucumbers Tomatoes Apricots Lettuce Bean pods Consuming these oth…

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Ultra-Processed Foods | Why they're not worth the health risk 11:17

3M ago11:17

11:17

In today's episode, we're talking about ultra-processed foods. I can’t think of a good reason to eat ultra-processed foods. Manufacturing them destroys the environment and the human. The only people helped are those who own the companies. All the while, the uninformed human is duped by the perfectly manicured packaging thinking that life sustenance…

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Interview with Gabe Orr | Founder of Plainview Beef 23:10

4M ago23:10

23:10

Today I'm chatting with Gabe Orr, a friend, and one of the founders of Plainview Beef. As Gabe shares, good beef starts with a healthy animal. At Plainview Beef, they believe that you need to be able to understand the variables that go into producing a healthy animal and meat, and then have a way of measuring and filtering the process, so you can i…

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What To Eat | My Top 5 Foods 9:01

4M ago9:01

9:01

In today's episode, we're talking about the foundation of your food routine. What if instead of counting calories or macros, you make a habit of eating at least one of the following foods daily? Here are 5 foods that can have a major impact on your health if they are a regular part of your routine. Walnuts Berries Broccoli Sprouts Kalamata Olives W…

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20 Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar 14:32

4M ago14:32

14:32

In today's episode, I'm talking about apple cider vinegar. How many times have you heard about some miracle cure ingredient or food item that seems to help every disease state known to man? While most of these supposed "miracle products" are nothing more than good marketing, there are a few tried and true products that have proven themselves to be …

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Fat Loss Not Happening? Check those snacks! 10:30

4M ago10:30

10:30

In today's episode, I'm talking about healthy snacks. While there is no perfect meal routine for all of humanity, there is a real food routine. We snack because we want to, because it brings us pleasure, not because it is helping us build and sustain life. If granola bars, candy bars, ice cream, doughnuts, breads, crackers, chips and salsa are your…

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The Dangers of Bioengineered Food Ingredients 11:04

5M ago11:04

11:04

In today's episode, we are talking about labels. Sadly on most packaged foods in 6-8 font type, you’ll see bioengineered ingredients. Bioengineered food contains modified genetic material. The reason it’s done is to make it easier to make lots of processed food and to give that processed food a longer shelf life. The most common genetically modifie…

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Coffee Creamer Alternatives 8:01

5M ago8:01

8:01

In today's video, I'm sharing some coffee creamers that won't derail your health and taste good too. Because coffee and coffee creamer is a daily habit for most people, it's important that they are leading us towards health and not compounding toward disease and dysfunction. Coffee mate creamer and its 25 flavors have a market value of 18.5 billion…

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Are these daily habits helping or hindering your health? | Water, Coffee, Olive Oil 18:34

5M ago18:34

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In today's episode, I want to zero in on habits that likely affect us all on a daily basis. Because as you know, what we do daily, can compound in the direction of health or disease. In light of that, I think we ought to make sure we are receiving all the benefits and none of the associated problems. Let's discuss water, coffee, and olive oil. ----…

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Is Inflammation Blocking Iron Absorption? Here's what you need to know 10:54

5M ago10:54

10:54

In today's episode, we're talking about how inflammation can block iron and general nutrient absorption. Whether from stomach gastric cell atrophy due to an H. pylori infection or acid blocking medications used for heartburn, the lack of sufficient hydrochloric acid production makes it so that iron is not converted to a bioavailable form. Not to me…

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Processed Foods | The Real Silent Killer 9:23

6M ago9:23

9:23

In this episode, we're talking about what causes a disease state? What causes a person to end up in a situation where pharmaceutical interventions are being implemented? This may come as a shock to you but protein, fiber, carbohydrates, fat and calories do not cause disease or the need for pharmaceuticals. All of these conditions are caused by and …

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Iron Deficiency Caused By Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease 7:22

6M ago7:22

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In today's episode, we're looking at a completely overlooked cause of iron deficiency and that is non-alcoholic induced fatty liver disease. The body doesn't absorb iron in a state of inflammation and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is a state of chronic low grade inflammation. The liver supports detoxification and elimination clearance. Overcomi…

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Have You Labeled Yourself? | The Power of Mindset 7:47

6M ago7:47

7:47

In today's episode, we're talking about the power of mindset. Have you labeled yourself as having poor willpower or no self control? In looking at addicts, their belief that they were powerless was just as significant in determining whether or not they succeeded in addiction treatment as their actual physical dependence on a substance. I was with a…

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New Year, New Habits 9:49

7M ago9:49

9:49

In today's episode, we're talking about consumption in the context of habits. What could you consume this coming year to set yourself up for massive health accumulation? So many people jump straight to weight loss when they think of consumption. But I think of the patient who stopped consuming social media 30 minutes after work and instead, drove 5…

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A Healthy Mindset vs. Self Imposed Limitations 9:36

7M ago9:36

9:36

In today's episode, we're talking about mindset. Our mindset is our perspective and attitude towards life. The words, activities and routines that flow from our life are the quickest way to recognize the state of our mind. As humans we tend to believe that our own self-assumed limitations based on our life experiences are hardwired into the rest of…

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6 Recommendations for the Best Intermittent Fasting Results 11:32

7M ago11:32

11:32

In today's episode, we're talking about how to get the most from intermittent fasting. A fasting routine is a great way to remind food who's boss. The beauty of time restricted feeding or eating within a particular window is that you can move the window around to meet the day's demands. If you are practicing the standard 8 hour feasting and 16 hour…

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Stressed? Move your body. 7:33

7M ago7:33

7:33

In today's episode, we are talking about how to transform your body from a stagnant pond to a raging river. When your body is a pond, then you are collecting all the garbage from work, all the family tension, all the money tension, and all of llfe's stressors. The tension, stress, anxiety, and worry have no place to go, and the algae and muck keep …

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Setting Kids Up for Success | Screen Time and Eating Habits 13:42

7M ago13:42

13:42

In today's episode, we are talking about how to set our children up for success when it comes to their health. A child doesn’t have fully developed executive function. This is the ability to make decisions that are in their best interest rather than based on emotion or what feels or tastes good in the moment. Yet, we give them a phone at age 12-13 …

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5 Tips to Stay on Track During the Holidays 11:22

8M ago11:22

11:22

In today's episode, we're talking about how to make a plan for your holiday eating. It's possible to accumulate health while still enjoying some festive eats. When we identify as a health accumulator, we are going to have an easier time making decisions that we will ultimately be happy with long after the holiday season is over. Here are 5 decision…

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Why You Want To Avoid This Addictive Snack 12:20

8M ago12:20

12:20

In today's episode, I'm sharing seven reasons why chips (potato chips, corn chips, wheat thins or similar snack chips) act as a barrier to health accumulation, body composition change and overcoming food addiction. When it comes to chips, there is a spectrum. If you are going to eat chips, then at a minimum I would aim for baked rather than fried, …

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Digestive Complaints? Avoid these foods. 11:00

8M ago11:00

11:00

In today's episode, we're talking about, nightshades, brassica vegetables, and beans. Are they foods to consume or avoid? One article may say, yes, eat your heart out because these foods are healthy, while another may caution against one bite, out of concern for the inflammatory cascade they could cause. In a sense both sides are right, it just dep…

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SIBO, IBS, and the Migrating Motor Complex 10:04

8M ago10:04

10:04

In today's episode, we're talking about some of the roadblocks to poor digestion and lead to conditions such as SIBO, IBS, not to mention bloating, reflux and other symptoms. Questions to ask yourself to determine if you need to change things up in your food routine: How do you feel after eating? Could you hop up and go for a brisk walk or do you f…

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Fat Metabolism Support Products | Inositol, Berberine, Zinc 5:35

9M ago5:35

5:35

Support fat metabolism through Inositol, Berberine, and Zinc. You can find these fat metabolism boosting products in the Dr. Wholeness Fat Loss Bundle: Zinc+, Peace Maker, and Sugar Shield https://drwholeness.myshopify.com/products/zinc-propolis? Get the 30 Day Microbiome Upgrade Start accumulating health with the Shake the Sugar guide Ask your lif…

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#233 Future Looks Good: Ep 18 Meet Jason Bean 1:05:16

9M ago1:05:16

1:05:16

On this episode of the Future Looks Good, we meet Jason Bean. Jason is one of the most resilient people and persistent learners I've ever met. Today we get to peel pack some layers of the onion that is Jason and find out how he made the transition from "you can't do that" to "I'll show you" without completely losing his Ogre in the process ;)…

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Lower Your Insulin Levels | Transform Your Body Composition 10:01

9M ago10:01

10:01

In today's episode, I'm sharing 5 action steps you can take to lower insulin and transform your body composition. The prerequisite for fat loss is a decrease in overall insulin output. The more flour, added sugars, artificial sweeteners we consume, the more insulin is produced to pull glucose out of our bloodstream. With each passing year of pumpin…

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Fat Loss Decoded: Protein, Zinc, Inositol, Berberine 10:14

9M ago10:14

10:14

In today's episode, I'm talking about 4 overlooked strategies to make fat loss more attainable. Struggling with getting obesity under control? Here are 4 overlooked and simple ways to attain lasting fat loss: Protein Zinc Inositol Berberine If you are decreasing your calories as part of a fat loss plan, you want to increase protein intake as this w…

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#232: Autistic Rambler Ep 7.5 Big Boys Don't Cry 37:02

9M ago37:02

37:02

Why does society get to dictate how people express their emotions? Excellent question. Let's discuss ;)By Elizabeth Plouffe

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#231 Autistic Rambler: Barbie and Pink Power 1:09:29

10M ago1:09:29

1:09:29

Do you deny your pink? Do you mask to fit in? We're talking embracing the things in life that make you happy vs worrying about what other dingalings think you should be. Someone wants you to fit in? That's a them issue, not a you issue. Are you getting grief about what colors you choose to wear? Also a them issue. We're chatting about our "roles" i…

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Does Eating Beef Create Fatty Blood? 12:07

10M ago12:07

12:07

Today we are talking about beef. What matters in regard to beef? Does beef cause fatty blood? There is this idea propagated by a documentary called Game Changers that eating meat leads to fatty blood. But this is just Hollywood vegan propaganda. The fatty blood I see at my office comes from crackers, cookies, alcohol, potato chips, and French fries…

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#230: Autistic Rambler Ep23: Comfort Is A Hot Cup Of Whatever You Need 56:10

10M ago56:10

56:10

Maddy and I began this podcast talking about coffee. The beans of the gods for some folks. Or is it? Is it the beans or the moment you take for yourself to do something just for you? That moment of comfort. And then I said, Should we press record. Maddy said yes and now you have whole podcast dedicated to why finding what gives you comfort and not …

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Farm Raised Salmon vs Wild Caught Salmon 10:26

10M ago10:26

10:26

Today, we're talking about one of the foods I consider pretty "super" and that is salmon. It is loaded with anti-inflammatory fatty acids to build beautiful cell membranes, as well as vitamin D, B!2, selenium, and potassium. And of course the beautiful astaxanthin induced pigment that works as an antioxidant to protect the eyes, heart, and brain. H…

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#229: Autistic Rambler Ep 21 - PIVOT Instead Of Change 54:56

10M ago54:56

54:56

What if we started looking at change as a pivot? Looking at our existing skills and building on them instead of thinking we have to learn a whole new set of skills? Pivoting isn't just a funny Friends meme - it's a tactic used in business and many other places when what we're doing just isn't working for us anymore.…

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A2/A2 Milk | Shopping for dairy products (what to buy) 16:24

10M ago16:24

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In today's episode, we are talking about the benefits of dairy. Look for the A2/A2 variety. If you don’t feel comfortable getting raw milk then look for vat pasteurized milk. Stay away from ultra-pasteurized milk. Look out for homogenized dairy. Consider that raw milk has an enzyme for each mineral to enable us to utilize it. Be sure to check for a…

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Home Remedies for Constipation 11:18

10M ago11:18

11:18

In this episode, we're talking about bowel habits or more specifically, constipation, yep we're going there. By constipated, I mean not having a bowel movement at least every 48 hours. I have had so many patients over the years show up and tell me their digestion is great and then when I ask how often they have a bowel movement they say, "once a we…

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Natural Remedies for Bloating 11:26

11M ago11:26

11:26

In today's episode, I'm sharing about how to banish the bloat. The first step to getting rid of the bloat is identifying the cause of the bloat. About 100 million Americans complain of bloating on a consistent basis. Today, I'm sharing 9 factors that can contribute to bloating, because once you identify the cause, you can banish the bloat. --------…

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B Complex for Energy and Improved Moods 13:35

11M ago13:35

13:35

In today's episode, we're talking about B vitamins and how they play a crucial role in energy metabolism, cellular function, and overall health. Deficiencies in B vitamins can lead to a range of health issues, including fatigue, weakness, anemia, neurological problems, and mood disturbances. Relying heavily on refined grains and ultra-processed foo…

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#228: Autistic Rambler Ep 20: We're Talking About Big Feelings And F Bombs 1:02:24

11M ago1:02:24

1:02:24

Have you ever tried something brand spanky new? Something different than anyone else in your network? Something that causes you to feel uncomfortable? Good! The feelings that come along with that are a human response to doing something brave. Unless you are lying your face off, you are not an imposter. You are just kicking ass and taking names ;)…

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