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Michael’s Naturopathy Today

by Michael Schwartz, ND

Michel's Nephropathy Today helps you find nature‘s path to health and wellness. Hosts Dr. Michael Schwartz, ND and Steve Lankford guide you on a journey to good health using holistic naturopathic principles. Join them on a voyage to excellent health on all levels.

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Episodes

  1. E:1 Introduction to Naturopathy Today

    Welcome to Naturopathy Today. In this introductory episode, hosts Dr. Michael Schwartz, ND and Steve Lankford introduce themselves and briefly recap their educational backgrounds and experiences in the healing art of natural medicine and wholistic naturopathy. The concept of naturopathic wellness...

  2. E:57 Recapping the Year

    Michael and Steve recap their year of the Naturopathy Today podcast. As Michael points out, “we look back in order to see ahead.” One concept discussed on today's episode applies to everything in life - “Use what you have and more will be given. Do not use what you have and even that shall be…

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  3. E:56 Breaking Food Addictions

    Michael and Steve discuss addictions to sugar, salt and processed foods. Organic foods vs. conventional foods. Eliminating artificial flavors, stabilizers and chemicals from your diet. Emotional attachments to foods that can undermine your health. Those who follow cultural, ethnic or traditional...

  4. E:55 Toxic Newborns? Hazardous Chemicals In The Womb

    Michael and Steve discuss environmental toxin exposures, including: A study led by Environmental Working Group (EWG) measuring pollution in newborn babies, which revealed that umbilical cords harbored 200+ hazardous chemicals.1,2,3 How sugar crystalline structures can form in the brain and sever...

  5. E:54 Spiritual Struggles - Impact on Health

    Belief systems. Are they healthy or harmful? Do they imprison us or free us? A comparison of the teachings of spiritual masters: Jesus, Buddha, Confucius, Plato, Aristotle, Socrates. Did they teach the same basic concepts? A discussion of blind faith vs. working faith. Prayer as a powerful form…

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  6. E:53 Building Bone

    Michael and Steve discuss the fallout from taking “bone building” medications to treat osteoporosis in post-menopausal women. Learn how to build and maintain healthy bones naturally with proper essential nutrients. Also, revelations about some supplement industry standards (and secrets).…

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  7. E:52 Welcome to the New Year!

    Michael and Steve walk you through a preparation for the new year and a new cycle. Finding and carrying forward a positive attitude into this new cycle. How to create a discipline for better health on all levels: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. How to keep up your energy and immune...

  8. E:51 The Mystery of Migraines – Part 2

    The symbology of the various triggers for migraines is revealed, including: Hormones Emotions Patterns of behavior Could the solutions to external triggers dwell inside of us? Yes! Learn to take control of your health and your life by changing your perspective and attitude. Remember, there’s…

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  9. Ep:50 The Mystery of Migraines – Part 1

    What are the 9 things you need to heal your body? Tune in to find out. Migraines – what causes them and what can you do to stop them? Michael goes through a list of “triggers” that can stimulate a migraine and the emotional components involved in them. Michael and Steve also discuss some natural...

  10. E:49 How to Enjoy the Holidays

    Dealing with self-inflicted stress over the holiday season? Do you have expectations of yourself and others during the holidays? You're setting yourself up for disappointment. Michael and Steve show you how to avoid that trap. Tap into Divine Love to resolve conflicts and enjoy the holiday...

  11. E:48 The Inconvenience of Incontinence

    Michael and Steve discuss the distress of incontinence and which natural remedies can help ease the situation. Discover why herbal solutions are not the answer for incontinence. For more information on Michael’s mineral supplement click here. Recognize the root causes of all physical health…

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  12. E:47 Emphysema & Fibromyalgia

    Michael and Steve talk about respiratory issues and the various symptoms of fibromyalgia. The body is always seeking balance and harmony and will efficiently use herbs and vitamins to help restore itself to homeostasis. Find out how. There’s a discussion on how medications suppress symptoms…

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  13. E:46 A Natural Approach to Respiratory Issues

    Recent reports of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in children stimulated today’s conversation about natural approaches to respiratory ailments. Michael and Steve discuss various herbal blends that can help fortify the immune system, soothe the airways and expel mucous. Also mentioned is the…

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  14. E:45 Ear Infections and Natural Remedies

    Did you know that garlic and olive oil are more than just a base for pasta recipes? Michael and Steve discuss some natural remedies to help relieve ear infections and other candida-related issues. Most of the ingredients are already in your pantry! As always, there’s a link between physical...

  15. E:44 Sinus Conditions

    Could stress be a cause of sinus problems? What about candida? Michael and Steve take a close look at sinus conditions and their causes. What does an immune system under attack have to do with sinus issues? Michael shares his approach to congested sinuses using goldenseal tinctures. Allergies vs....

  16. E:43 Root Cause of Disease - Are You Making Yourself Sick?

    What are the origins of all disease? Michael and Steve look at the root cause of all diseases … internal, emotional conflict. Discover the holistic perspective of the vital mind-body-spirit connection. If you’re not giving the brain the right nutrients to meet its needs, the body will respond...

  17. E:42 Hardening of the Arteries – A Lost Message

    Are you building brick walls around your arteries? Join Michael and Steve as they discuss a seldom heard topic these days … hardening of the arteries. Does Vitamin K2 keep calcium out of artery walls? Plus - a reminder of the good and bad of cholesterol, and reinforcing the message of “Excess…

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  18. E41: The Truth About Cholesterol

    Michael and Steve dish out the good and the bad sides of cholesterol. Know the true value of cholesterol. Do you underestimate the benefits of cholesterol in your body and overestimate the benefits of cholesterol-lowering drugs? Cholesterol is essential building material in the body. BUT…

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  19. E:40 Indigestion & Acid Reflux

    In this episode Michael and Steve look at indigestion and acid reflux issues. Identify what’s really bothering your stomach. Is it proteins, or acidic foods, or fats? Or is it a combination? If you’ve taken acid-blocking treatments for acid reflux and found no relief, this episode will be a huge...

  20. E:39 Get a Good Night’s Sleep

    Michael and Steve explain how to avoid sleep disruptions and enjoy good sleep patterns with natural techniques and nutrition. Learn how to stop “borrowing troubles” and plugging in to what you can’t change at the moment. Need a little help in the nutrients department? Try Michael’s sleep formula....

  21. E:38 Stress and Minerals

    In this episode, Michael and Steve share the signs of stress and how to counter them with attitude adjustments and proper nourishment, especially minerals. Learn how to handle both the little irritations and the big stress factors by changing your perspectives. Do you have these signs of stress?...

  22. E:37 How Essential Are Minerals? Very!

    102 minerals are found in the human body! There are micro-, macro- and trace-minerals and everyone needs them. Minerals are essential for important functions, such as regulating blood pressure, fighting infections and wound healing (think zinc), helping build healthy bones, regulating hormones,...

  23. E:36 Children’s Health - Part 2

    Gather knowledge about the chemicals you and your children are exposed to every day in your foods and common household items. Forever chemicals, known as PFAS, can cause health issues to develop, including cancer, reproductive and immune system harm, etc. So, what's the solution? Know what's out...

  24. E:35 Children’s Health - Part 1

    “Candy is goooood.” Addiction to sugar (and salt) starts in childhood. Michael and Steve share personal anecdotes of their kids discovering candy. Is organically grown food really better for the body? Discover the best nutrient for the immune system! You don’t have to give up comfort foods. A...

  25. E:34 Pain & Inflammation - Part 2

    In today’s episode, Michael and Steve discuss various symptoms of inflammation and the pain it produces, including a discussion of certain auto-immune disorders that can escalate the situation. Also included are simple changes to the nutritional, physical, and emotional areas of life that can…

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  26. E:33 Pain & Inflammation

    Do you suffer from pain and inflammation? Is “ow” one of the first sounds you make in the morning? Did you know your diet could be the culprit? In this episode, Michael and Steve list some of the worst foods known to induce and aggravate inflammation in the body. Eliminating the cause of...

  27. E:32  Hormonal Changes and Aging in Men

    In today’s episode, Michael and Steve discuss the effects of andropause (the men’s version of menopause), including: Thinning of hairline and baldness Erectile dysfunction Increased body fat Hot flashes (yes, not just for women) Depression, anxiety and mood swings Discover the nutrients that can...

  28. E:31 Hormonal Changes and Aging in Women

    In today’s episode, Michael and Steve discuss the effects of menopause, including: Weight gain Insomnia Urinary tract infections Decreased sex drive Hair loss Tender breasts Dry skin Mood swings Lethargy Have a question? Feel free to contact us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

  29. E:30 Insomnia – Part 2

    In today’s episode, Michael and Steve uncover more reasons for different types of insomnia and how to manage them with natural approaches. The solution to your insomnia could be as simple as a better mattress. But it could be something more serious, like sleep apnea. If you’re a male, you could...

  30. E:29  Insomnia

    Are you getting enough sleep? Do you experience the 3 o’clock slump? You may have insomnia. Michael and Steve reveal different types of insomnia and how to manage each with natural, common-sense methods. From occasional, transient insomnia to the chronic, debilitating type, discover options that...

  31. E:28  More Healthy Aging Factors

    How to keep your brain active as you age. Try these mental workouts to maintain a sharp mind. The distinctions between normal aging signs and serious dementia issues, such as forgetting where you left the car keys vs. forgetting how to start the car. Simple exercise cannot be overemphasized! A...

  32. E:27 Normal Aging vs. Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s - What’s the Difference?

    From age spots to forgetfulness and beyond, Michael and Steve discuss how to manage a healthy aging process through: Diet and nutrition Physical activities Mental stimulation Belief systems State of mind Next week: More on the aging process and signs of dementia. Have a question? Feel free to...

  33. E:26  More on Cancer

    A listener requested a more expanded list of potential cancer-causing agents, so this episode is a must listen. Discover the relationship of inflammation to cancer. Allergies are an immune system issue. Find out which key nutrients can help to control and eliminate allergies. Have a question?…

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  34. E:25  More Helpful Tidbits

    Your guides, Michael and Steve, reveal another list of foods that are 100 calories or less. Did you know you can eat up to 6 cups of popcorn and stay under 100 calories? Grab a handful now! How about indulging in some foods without the guilt? Yep, you can do that and still stay on track with an...

  35. E:24 Tidbits for Weight Maintenance

    Michael and Steve share various ideas to help keep weight off once you’ve lost it, including foods that are under 100 calories. Also included in this episode: Items to avoid in the diet, such as white sugar, white flour, and salt. Foods that could lead to developing kidney stones. The most...

  36. E:23 Alzheimer’s Disease – Nutrients That Help

    Michael and Steve share more risk factors for Alzheimer’s/dementia and give practical tips on how to slow or stop the disease by changing your lifestyle with “baby steps”. Did you know that being female is a risk factor for Alzheimer’s? So is head trauma, and social isolation where there’s little...

  37. E:22 Alzheimer’s Disease

    In today’s episode Michael and Steve begin a discussion about Alzheimer’s Disease, including: What is Alzheimer’s Disease? How does cardiovascular disease and poor circulation cause Alzheimer’s? Methods to keep the mind/brain active to help the brain stay strong and healthy. The value of brain...

  38. E:21  Detoxing & Cleansing

    In today's episode, Michael and Steve share a few different methods of fasting to lose weight and cleanse the body. Learn the difference between detoxing and cleansing. They are two different processes. Explore the magnificent process of cell building. Did you know that the oldest cell in your…

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  39. E:20  Weight Maintenance – Fat Metabolism

    This week is about fat - the good, the bad and the ugly news about fat. Learn the important value of cholesterol in weight maintenance. Good cholesterol? Yes, please! The false sense of "health" we feel when taking prescribed medications. How the liver contributes to weight gain. Symptoms of high...

  40. E:19  Weight Maintenance

    Is your weight a reflection of your thoughts and perceptions? How do ethnic and cultural eating traditions play a part in weight issues? Three fundamental reasons that people gain weight: protection, physical prowess, power. How are glandular issues created by emotional influences? Is there…

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  41. E:18  Diabetes – Part 3

    E:18 Diabetes – Part 3 Michael and Steve finish up their educational discussion on diabetes, including: Nutrients necessary for a type 2 diabetic to become drug and insulin free. The elements to nourish the pancreas and build insulin. Minerals used in dealing with diabetes, such as chromium and...

  42. E:17  Diabetes – Part 2

    Michael and Steve continue their discussion of diabetes with some interesting sidebars of natural remedies and traditions along the way. First, learn the signs and symptoms of diabetes: Increased thirst and urination Fatigue Blurred vision Numbness or tingling in feet and/or hands Yeast…

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  43. E:16 Diabetes - Part 1

    This week, Michael and Steve begin an examination of diabetes. First, they answer a listener’s email about diabetic ulcers on the ankles. Does something as simple as honey or goldenseal root really help? What are the different types of diabetes and what are some of the emotional causes? What…

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  44. E:15 Cancer – Techniques for Healing

    This week discover highly effective methods and techniques for healing the body of cancer. Michael offers a free relaxation audio track designed to support one of the healing techniques discussed. This audio is excellent for examining the body and using the mind to eliminate cancer from the body....

  45. E:14 Cancer: Risk Factors, Causes & Prevention

    This episode of Naturopathy Today examines the risk factors and causes of cancer, and how to minimize your exposure to carcinogens. Harmful materials are EVERYWHERE! They're in our food, cosmetics, water, air, and household products. So, how can you prevent them from contaminating your body and...

  46. E:13 Naturopathy for Heart Disease

    First, Michael and Steve remind us why the show is called Naturopathy Today and what it means to follow a naturopathic lifestyle. They recap the four fundamental principles of Naturopathy: find the root cause; use nature to heal; do no harm; and treat the whole person (mind body spirit). Second,...

  47. E:12 Congestive Heart Failure - Part 3

    Michael and Steve continue sharing the signs and symptoms of congestive heart failure (CHF). Learn about other diseases that need to be addressed, especially as they relate to CHF. Do any one of them stimulate CHF, or does the CHF become a causative factor for the disease? Edema, kidney, thyroid...

  48. E:11 Listener Email – Breast Cancer

    Another listener email is answered concerning breast cancer. What are the true causes of breast cancer? Why does a woman get it? What emotions can cause it and what subconscious concepts are the main culprit? Learn about the four fundamental emotions that can cause cancer and master a technique…

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  49. E:10 Listener Email – Causes of Cancer

    Michael and Steve respond to listener email, essentially asking “How do you know what causes cancer when my doctor does not?” Great question! Michael and Steve reveal their source materials, including the Merck Manual (considered the doctor’s “Bible”) where it spells out the known causes of…

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  50. E:9 Congestive Heart Failure - Part 2

    In this episode, your guides Michael and Steve discuss additional heart failure symptoms, including dizziness, shortness of breath, fainting, confusion, hacking cough, bloating, belching, rapid heartbeat, palpitations, and more. Did you know that high potassium is a danger for chronic or…

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Michel's Nephropathy Today helps you find nature‘s path to health and wellness. Hosts Dr. Michael Schwartz, ND and Steve Lankford guide you on a journey to good health using holistic naturopathic principles. Join them on a voyage to excellent health on all levels.

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