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Radio Naturopath
by Fran Storch, N.D. and Ron Manizza
Call-in talk show about health and natural medicine
Episodes
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Radio Naturopath Episode 551: Stomach Bugs, Colds, Hydration, Zero Drop Footwear, Exercise and Dementia
This week, we talked more about preventing those stomach bugs going around. Wash your hands and eat probiotics! Also, too many colds; take your zinc, C, and elderberry, gargle, and clean your nose! Zero drop shoes are all the rage now, and I tried them and I think they help with balance. Don’t...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 550: Colds, Coughs, and Stomach Bugs, Iron Deficiency, Promunel
This week, I started with all the STUFF that’s going around, colds, coughs, and stomach bugs. We talked about how to prevent them and ease symptoms. Then we updated regarding my spinal stenosis care, which is somewhat frustrating, but I keep going! We also talked about Ron’s iron deficiency and…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 549: Lumbar Stenosis Exercises, Easy Ways to Healthy Eating, Menopause and Constipation
This week, I outlined some simple exercises to do if you have lumbar spinal stenosis, like I do. These will also work if you have low back pain of any kind, because they support the core stabilizing muscles and take stress off the psoas and other hip flexors, and also the hamstrings. Then I want […]
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Radio Naturopath Episode 548: 3 Things for Healthy Aging, Coffee and Aging, Constipation
This week, I talked about three things to manage healthy aging and how to do it: mainly diabetes, hypertension, and smoking. If you manage those things your chances of developing Alzheimer’s are much lower. Then, I talked about coffee and aging. There is a protein that coffee stimulates that…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 547: Home Tick Test, Multilingualism and Health, GLP-1s and Hair Loss
This week, I talked about a new home kit for testing ticks for Lyme disease. Easy to use and gives you more options sooner. My concern is that if it ONLY tests for Lyme and not coinfections, you might think you’re in the clear when you’re not. Then, we went on to multilingualism and healthy […]
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Radio Naturopath Episode 546: Luteal Uglies/PMS/PMDD, Plant Based Diet for Diabetes
This week, I found an article that discussed the LUTEAL UGLIES. That’s when people who menstruate feel LOUSY the second half of their cycle. The article I read said that it’s due to declining estrogen, but I think it’s really due to estrogen dominance. I discuss how that happens and what you can…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 545: Anthony Fauci: Hero or Not, Eat Less Protein, Eat More Protein
This week, I talked about the senate hearings with Anthony Fauci. Hero, or no? I encouraged everyone to remember that he WAS a hero during the AIDS crisis, and he helped research and getting medicine into the hands of people who desperately needed it. For COVID, we need to remember that there…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 544: Coffee and Gut Health, Cognition and Stress, Vitamin C and Cancer, IBS and Mast Cells
This week, it was a potpourri! We talked about how coffee can postively affect the microbiome. As long as you can tolerate it, it appears that coffee is a superfood! Then we found a shocker: chronic physiological stress leads to cognitive decline. So, stress reduction helps it! And did you know...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 543: How Much Caffeine for Health, Bergamot and Cholesterol, Cocoa Flavanols and Your Heart
This week, I reviewed the cyclosporiasis outbreak a little more; not much has changed. I’m waiting to hear a friend’s experience with treatment. Then, I got into how much caffeine is enough, or too much? According to the American Heart Association, 400 mg is fine for most people! It’s NOT fine…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 542: New Cholesterol Drug, Cholesterol Supplements, Statins and Weight Gain
This week, we reviewed the latest on cyclosporiasis. Hint: DON’T stop eating produce. Shop local! Go the farmer’s markets and talk to the actual farmers about their growing practices! Then, it was all about cholesterol. There’s a new drug on the market, an oral PCSK-9 inhibitor, before which…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 541: Cyclosporiasis, Longhorned Ticks and Ehrlichiosis, More Cholesterol Lowering Foods
This week, I started off mentioning the smoky skies due to the Canadian wildfires, and that it’s not the best idea in the world to spend a lot of time outdoors while it’s here. It can definitely affect people already compromised by allergies, asthma, COPD, and other lung conditions. Then we got...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 540: Vitamin K2 and Cardiovascular Disease, After Meal Gummies for Gums, Surgical Alternatives to Knee Pain, Natural Swimming
This week, I reviewed the latest on my Lyme treatment, which is not too bad, some antibiotics, herbs, and probiotics. Then we talked about the great vitamin K2, whose job is to direct calcium to your bones and away from places you don’t want it, like in your knees, kidneys, and arteries. Then on…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 539: Tick Borne Illness Symptoms, Tick Borne Relapsing Fever, Fruit Juice and Mood
This week, I reviewed the symptoms of various tick borne illnesses, and what pharmaceuticals are usually given for acute illness. I also discussed herbs that can be helpful, including oregano oil I talked about tick borne relapsing fever, which is more common west of the Rockies, and is not…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 538: Lyme and Lymphatics, Summer Solstice, Resistance Training Extends Life
This week, I talked more about treating my Lyme disease with herbs and antibiotics, and some of the pitfalls. It’s a slow process, good days and bad days. I also talked about how important it is to make sure your lymphatic system is functioning properly so that you can carry the waste products of...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 537: Treating Lyme Disease AGAIN: Herbs, Probiotics, Nerve Health
This week, I talked about having accepted that yep, I have active Lyme disease again, and how I’m treating it. Amoxicillin to take the top off, all kinds of Buhner herbs to fight Lyme and coinfections, and probiotics to keep my immune system healthy and to replace what the antibiotics are…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 536: Post-Viral Syndrome, Tick Repellants, Lone Star Ticks
This week, I talked about post-viral syndrome that can happen to anyone, and also to people with long COVID or long vax syndromes. It’s where your immune system stays kicked up even after fighting off a current infection, and gives you symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, cough, and digestive upset....
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Radio Naturopath Episode 535: Demodex, Blepharitis, Toenail Fungus, Sham Knee Surgery
This week, I talked about the dreaded DEMODEX BLEPHARITIS, that nasty mite that loves to hand out in your eyelids. There are natural and pharmaceutical ways of eradicating it and we talk about them! As if that’s not bad enough, there’s TOENAIL FUNGUS, natural help for that too, but the...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 534: Hydration In the Heat, Tech for Preventing Kidney Stones
This week, I talked about hydration especially in the heat. It’s really important! There’s different mineral levels based on your sweat and activity level, and even glycerol for hyperhydration! We also talked about using technology to encourage folks to drink adequate fluids to prevent kidney...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 533: Epidural Pain Injection Experience, Food Noise, Postsurgical Supplements
This week, I had an epidural pain injection, so I talked about the experience. Overall: thumbs up! The worse thing for me, as usual, was the pre-procedure anxiety. Otherwise it went very well! Then, I talked about a hot topic: FOOD NOISE. It’s a recently coined term and it isn’t even in the…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 532: Natural Dental Cavity Prevention, Postsurgical Nutrition
This week, we got into modern natural dental care, and why we tend to get more cavities as we age. Some people have none, some a few here and there, and some lose most of their teeth! So we talk about fluoride vs. hydroxyapatite, microbiome and probiotics, and should you do an oral rinse? Ron…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 531: Bowel Blockage, Astaxanthin, Resveratrol, Cholesterol Lowering Foods
This week, we talked about Ron’s unfortunate situation with a bowel blockage, what causes it and how to manage it. When it’s very acute, it involves an overnight stay in the hospital. To prevent it, it involves some diet alteration. I also offered some turmeric, which is a great…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 530: Foods That Prevent Fat Loss, Early Menopause and Heart Health
This week, I talked about foods that can interfere with fat loss. Hazelnuts and kiwi fruit, right??? Shocking stuff. Ultra processed foods, sugar, refined carbohydrates, juice and sweetened drinks, non-organic animal products. We also talked about how early menopause can increase a woman’s risk…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 529: Iron Deficiency Anemia, Sleeping In Darkness and Health
This week, we talked about iron deficiency anemia, because Ron has it! We think it’s from the baby aspirin he took for four years as directed by his cardiologist. He stopped, and he’s now taking iron. We hope he’ll get his energy back soon! I also gave an update on the surgery I don’t need […]
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Radio Naturopath Episode 528: Local Herbs, Better Sleep, Sleep Temperature
This week, I talked about local herbs and how they can help, like autumn olive, goldenrod, and chicory. I continued the series on better sleep, with a good mention of yoga nidra, a guided meditation that can really help with good sleep and energy! We also focused on the best temperature for sleep.
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Radio Naturopath Episode 527: Epidural Fibrosis, Circadian Cycle, Sleep and Weight, Yoga Nidra, Cell Salts, MCAS
This week, the MRI showed that I have post-surgical epidural fibrosis over my L4 left thecal sac and left L4 nerve root! That is the likely cause of my continuing femoral nerve pain. I will see the neurosurgeon this week to find out next steps. Meanwhile, I’ve gotten going on a number of natural...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 526: Monounsaturated Fats, Pistachios, Sleep, Aging, and How To Do It Better
This week, I talked about monounsaturated fats (MUFAs) and what they can do for you. All good stuff, mostly related to cardiovascular health! Then I talked about two of the best nuts to get MUFAs, macadamia and pistachios. They’re good for you in so many ways! Then I talked about sleep: why you...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 525: Electrostim, Creatine, Mediterranean Diet and Stroke, Dubai Chocolate, Early to Bed!
This week, I talked about how an electrostim device may be helpful for back pain, nerve pain, and spinal stenosis pain. Just attach electrodes and get an auto-massage! Then, CREATINE, it’s all the rage, and probably can be helpful for you too! The Mediterranean diet is studied to be protective...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 524: Tooth Extraction, Natural Treatment of Bronchitis, Pneumonia, and Stomach Bugs
This week, I talked about what it’s like to get a tooth extraction! No straws, no hot/spicy, no crunchy! Then I talked about LOWER respiratory illnesses, since I talked about UPPER ones last week. Coughs and mucus, supplements and herbs to take, teas to drink, and lots of hydrotherapy! We…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 523: Your 2026 Primer on Natural Care for Colds and Flus
This week, I did a review of natural care for colds and flus, since people are gang-housed indoors and spreading the viruses! Neti-pots, nasal sprays, teas, herbs, vitamins, rest, diet, all the things! Your natural primer for your winter immune system.
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Radio Naturopath Episode 522: What It’s Like To Get An Iridotomy, Valentine’s Day for Singles, Chocolate and Health
This week, I talked about what it was like to get laser iridotomy surgery! As with most things, it wasn’t that bad. Still using drops for a few more days and will have the next one later in the month. I then talked about lots of ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day when you’re single, with […]
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Radio Naturopath Episode 521: Femoral Neuralgia, Natural Glaucoma Treatment, Easy New Year’s Resolutions
This week, I gave the update on my femoral nerve (may be over-exercising) and my narrow angles (going to have the iridotomies!) We talked about narrow angles and how they are treated. Looks like they’re more conservative in the UK and China; in the US, you get those iridotomies! We talked about...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 520: PRP Injection, Narrow Eye Angles, The 2026 Food Pyramid
This week, I talked about getting a PRP (platelet rich plasma) injection in my right knee to treat osteoarthritis. It was a fairly easy experience! I have minor swelling, and Dr. Zach said expect it to improve slowly over a couple of weeks. I also got diagnosed with NARROW ANGLES in my eyes…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 519: Compression Sleeves for Nerve Pain, New Year’s Resolutions You Can Do
This week, I talked about lingering nerve issues for both myself and Ron since our respective surgeries. I have discovered that compression is helpful, specifically compression wear! I have most of my discomfort in my lateral left thigh, and when I wear a sleeve in that area, it significantly…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 518: 2025 Health News Wrapup: Longevity, Supplements, Measles, GLP-1s; Get More Essential Fatty Acids
This week, I gave the wrapup for popular health news and topics in 2025. People were interested in longevity and healthy aging; those notorious GLP-1 and GIP drugs for weight loss; the best vitamins, minerals, and supplements for health. Big stories dealt with when the body starts aging rapidly;...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 517: Natural Remedies for a Peristent Cold, Adequate Vitamin D Can Prevent Repeat Heart Attacks
This week, I talked about this cold that’s going around, that prevented me from making a new show last week! It makes you tired, the mucus goes backwards and gives you a sore throat, and the thing sticks around for 2-4 weeks. Good times! Here’s all sorts of natural ways to address it. I also…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 516: Japanese Fitness Walking and Essential Exercises, Long Walks, Red Light Therapy, Dehydration and Anxiety, Sleep, Dementia, and Productivity
This week, it was a hodgepodge of good stuff! First, we talked about Japanese fitness walking, or interval walking training (IWT). Gentler than high intensity interval training, and so many health benefits! Then we discussed how longer, sustained walks positively affect health. And the five...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 515: Black Box Warning Gone! Why Hormone Replacement in Menopause May Be Helpful, and Non-Hormonal Alternatives
This week, I talked about the removal of the black box warning on hormone replacement therapy. Evidence shows that supplemental hormones overall provide more benefit than harm, for cardiovascular, sexual, and mental health. There is still a general warning about the risk of endometrial cancer.…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 514: PRP, Winter Hydration, Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes, Healthy Tea
This week, I talked about PRP, and how it’s a solution for joint pain that can make it so that you can hold off having a joint replaced, if it works. I’m definitely interested, so I’ll return to my orthopedic doctor and see what he thinks. Then I gave a big reminder about winter hydration, since...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 513: Bioflavonoids, Saffron, Natural Menorrhagia Help, Honey
This week, I talked about a number of timely subjects! We started with why bioflavonoids are good for you. It’s the antioxidants! We talked about the specific, precious herb saffron, which is turns out is good for mood, PMS, cardiovascular disease, and much more! Then we finished off menorrhagia,...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 512: Your Stars Hollow, Fasted vs. Fueled Workouts, Senolytics
This week, I talked about the pros and cons of fasted vs. fueled exercise. They both have their pros and cons, but if you want to perform, you gotta eat. Especially women. Studies on fasted exercise were mostly done on men! Here’s some ideas of what to eat, or how and when to NOT eat. I […]
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Radio Naturopath Episode 511 Remembering SteepleJack, Guy Fawkes Day, Menorrhagia
This week, I talked about remembering the 5th of November, all about Guy Fawkes Day! Bonfires, burning Guy Fawkes in effigy, and a reason to get together and get warm around a celebratory fire when it’s cold and dark outside! I then talked about the main topic, heavy menstrual bleeding, which is...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 510: Better Halloween Candy and Teeth, Day of the Dead, Menorrhagia
This week, of course we had to discuss healthier versions of Halloween candy, and also how to preserve the health of your teeth when indulging in sweets. Hint: drink water, brush your teeth and preserve your enamel! I didn’t know what sugar skulls were made of, but traditionally, they’re made of...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 509: Lead in Protein Powders, Monounsaturated Fats, Seed Oils
This week, we talked about the big news about how there could be too much lead in your protein powder, because Consumer Reports put out the results of their studies on brand names. My ultimate thought is it’s still possible to use these powders safely if you generally eat a healthy diet and don’t...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 508: Husk Cherries, Natural Support for Breast Cancer, MUFAs
This week, I talked about HUSK CHERRIES, also known as golden berries, which are grown in tropical areas, and also Mansfield. We have been scarfing them at our house! Turns out, they have a lot of great health benefits. I also talked about alternative therapies and breast cancer, since this is...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 507: Acetaminophen and Autism, Health Benefits of Fish Oil
This week, I updated about my postsurgical progress. Then we talked some more about whether acetaminophen can actually cause autism. Hint: probably not, and there’s some interesting points, such as the condition that caused the pregnant person to choose acetaminophen can be suspect for leading to...
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Radio Naturopath Episode 506: Post-Laminectomy, Does Acetaminophen Cause Autism?
Well, RFK Jr. and President Trump are trying to make sure that pregnant folks don’t take acetaminophen while they’re pregnant. Is that necessary? My feeling is that it’s probably OK if not done in excess. Is it a CAUSE of autism? Of course not! Autism has a lot of genetic components. It’s…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 504: Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes, Plantar Fasciitis
This week, we talked about a few supplements to stop before surgery. Then we moved on to Ehlers-Danlos syndromes, a group of conditions that involve faulty ability to produce collagen in various parts of the body. Most commonly, people with EDS have hypermobile joints, but may also have…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 503: Supplements and Surgery, Hashimoto’s, Gait Change for Knee Arthritis Pain
This week, I talked about my upcoming surgery, and why you have to stop your nutritional supplements beforehand. It has to do with whether the supplement causes blood thinning, as they’re concerned that you won’t heal as well. So, I have to go through my myriad supplements and decide which ones…
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Radio Naturopath Episode 502: Mammo Callback, Eat Mediterranean, Forest Bathing, Honeydew
This week, I talked about my experience getting that dreaded mammogram callback! Thank goodness the spot they viewed is likely benign. It’s important to get those screenings so that you can treat anything early. We went on to finish out why eating Mediterranean style is so good for you. Fruits,...
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Call-in talk show about health and natural medicine
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