Potcast 250: Taking Control of Your Health

If physical pain is affecting your mental and emotional health, this potcast is for you. It's also for anyone ready to take responsibility for their health and well-being in a natural way. In this episode of Casually Baked, we're talking to Dave Thompson, a military veteran and founder of Mindful Warriors. Dave shares his personal journey of overcoming pain and depression through nutrition, movement, and plant medicine. He emphasizes the importance of alternative medicines and the need to question the mainstream healthcare system. Dave also shares the benefits of fasting, including its impact on inflammation, pain management, and cognitive function. Our chat highlights the role of naturopathic doctors in addressing the root causes of health issues and promoting overall wellness. Dave's mission with Mindful Warriors is to educate and empower individuals to make positive changes in their lives. Potcast Timestamps:00:00:22 - Introduction to Dave Thompson and Mindful Warriors00:02:24 - Dave's personal journey and the importance of reconnecting with nature and the land00:06:07 - Dave's health struggles and his decision to change his diet and lifestyle00:08:56 - Dave's experience with the paleo and carnivore diets00:11:58 - The importance of knowing where our food comes from and the impact of chemicals in our food system00:14:29 - The benefits of fasting and Dave's fasting protocols00:19:09 - The role of naturopathic doctors in addressing the root cause of health issues00:23:34 - The potential benefits of water fasting and the importance of mineral balance during fasting00:26:41 - The effects of fasting on cancer risk, memory, and cognitive function00:29:19 - The importance of considering our future selves in making lifestyle choices00:30:41 - The potential benefits of mushrooms and cannabis in pain management and overall health00:34:05 - The mission of Mindful Warriors and the focus on educating and empowering individuals to make healthier choices00:36:07 - The power of natural medicine and the need for alternative approaches to healthcare00:39:30 - The importance of genetic testing and understanding our individual health needs00:40:48 - The role of podcasts in providing independent and valuable information for personal wellness00:45:37 - Encouraging individuals to consider their future selves and make choices that support long-term health00:46:59 - The potential benefits of mushrooms and cannabis in pain management and overall health00:48:51 - The importance of setting intentions and conscious use of plant medicines for healing00:49:50 - The potential benefits of microdosing mushrooms for pain management and mental health00:50:00 - The need for further research and understanding of alternative medicines and their potential benefits While you’re here, shop potcast affiliates and score Casually Baked discounts while supporting the show. MJ Relief is Ph.D. formulated for what aches and pains you WITHOUT THC. Always save 10% using promo code: casuallybaked   --> Purchase here.From the reproductive years through menopause, the Green Women's Guide is for any woman seeking the most up-to-date science-based information on how to - or not to - incorporate Cannabis into her life. Save 25% on the course using promo code CASUALLYBAKEDLooking For High-Quality Cannabis-Delivery in the Bay Area? Try getsava.com + use promo code CASUALLYBAKED to SAVE $40 off your first order.If you do not live in a cannabis-legal state, find hemp-derived THCV aka "Skinny Weed" at TejasHemp.com 🌱 Save 15% using code CB15 at checkout 🌱 TEJAS TONIC drinkable now available!Elevate Your Garden's Soil Health + Organic Pest Defense with SLOWDIRT soil amendment 🌱 Save 15% using code CB15 at checkout 🌱 slowdirt.comSAVE 20% on Dr. Fossum’s Pet Care for cats, dogs, & horses using promo code: CasuallyBaked20 ✨Shop More Potcast partner brands on casuallybaked.com and receive discounts on products like Aspen Green CBD where you save 20% using promo code CB20.For that crunchy cough, try the platinum cured silicone MouthPeace & MouthPeace Mini for germ free smoking and Activated Carbon MouthPeace Filters for cleaner, better-tasting hits. Try code casuallybaked at checkout for 15% off any Moose Labs product.Subscribe to Casually Baked on YouTube and catch the potcast videos when available.Connect on Social: @casuallybaked