Quacks and Hypochondriacs

The Truth Behind Body Image and Advertising

Betr Health — Thu, 07 Mar 2024 12:53:36 -0500

The global weight management industry is predicted to reach $725B by 2032. With so much market share up for grabs, weight loss industry titans are going to focus on what the consumer wants to change - their external appearance.

But isn't it time we challenge societal norms around weight loss and advocate for prioritizing internal health over external appearance?

Today we discuss the dangers of prepackaged and processed foods, the effects of additives on the microbiome, and the importance of understanding the root causes of health issues.

Quacks and Hypochondriacs is presented by Betr Health, hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro and Erin O'Hearn, and is produced by Earfluence.

The Weight Loss Drug Temptation Hitting the Nation

Betr Health — Sat, 06 Jan 2024 08:18:03 -0500

You've seen the radical transformations - Oprah, the Kardashians, Kelly Clarkson, maybe some of your friends. The weight loss drug commercials promise "one tiny prick" will reduce your weight and make you look and feel healthier. It sounds awesome. But is it truly healthy? Is it sustainable? Is it scarier than we think?

Quacks and Hypochondriacs is presented by Betr Health, hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro and Erin O'Hearn, and is produced by Earfluence.

Unlocking the Magic of Fermentation with Sandor Katz

Betr Health — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Let's talk about sauerkraut, yogurt, and all the benefits of fermentation!

Today's guest is Sandor Katz, and he shares his journey from political activism to becoming a renowned advocate for the art and science of wild fermentation.

Dr. Ferro dives deep into the world of fermentation with Katz, discussing its myriad of benefits, the practical advantages of different fermented foods, and the powerful ways they transform our health. Katz also dispels myths surrounding store-bought yogurts and reveals the fascinating story of heirloom cultures. Tune in to discover the hidden complexities and practical joys of wild fermentation with a true maestro of the craft.

All of Sandor Katz books, including The Art of Fermentation

The Betr Podcast is presented by Betr Health, hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro, and is produced by Earfluence.

Ayurveda and Shifting Your Mindset, with Dr. Nidhi Pandya

Betr Health — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Have you ever wanted to discover the art of mindful living and harmonizing your body's natural rhythms? Do you think it could lead to better gut health?

Today we're joined by Dr. Nidhi Pandya, where we delve into the science of Ayurveda, the ancient wisdom of life, and learn how to optimize the interaction between your body and the universe. Dr. Pandya's gentle guidance and practical approach will help you slow down, simplify your wellness journey, and effortlessly improve your well-being.

Perhaps this is your time to embark on a transformative six-month journey of self-awareness and witness the profound impact of small shifts in mindset and lifestyle. Tune in to find out more.

The Betr Podcast is presented by Betr Health, hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro, and is produced by Earfluence.

Optimizing Health and Recovery: Inflammation, Pain Management, and Nutrition, with Dr. Charlie Annunziata

Betr Health — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

What can we do for chronic pain and inflammation? Should we use heat or ice? How much do we need to stretch? What about acupuncture, laser therapy, trigger point work, and even psychological therapy?

As a top chiropractor and functional medicine expert, Dr. Charlie Annunziata is known for his dedication to fitness and wellness, and he today shares his insights on optimizing health and recovery.

The Betr Podcast is presented by Betr Health, hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro, and is produced by Earfluence.

How Chris Wark Beat Cancer

Betr Health — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Today, Chris Wark shares his personal journey of being diagnosed with stage IIIC colon cancer at the age of 26 and his decision to opt out of traditional chemotherapy in favor of using nutrition and natural therapies to heal his body. Now, 20 years later, Chris remains healthy, strong, and cancer-free. He's realized that we all need to take responsibility for our well-being - but the cancer industry often portrays patients as helpless victims of bad luck or genetics, discouraging them from taking an active role in their healing.

Let's find out how Chris Beat Cancer.

Beat Cancer Kitchen: Deliciously Simple Plant-Based Anticancer Recipes

The Betr Podcast is presented by Betr Health, hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro, and is produced by Earfluence.

New York Times Health Reporter: Anahad O'Connor

Betr Health — Fri, 01 Oct 2021 13:00:00 -0400

Anahad O'Connor, health and fitness reporter for the New York Times, joins us to talk nutrition confusion, human adaptability, the benefits of fermented foods, and so much more!

The 10 Things You Need to Eat: And More Than 100 Easy and Delicious Ways to Prepare Them, by Anahad O'Connor

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The Betr Podcast is hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro, and is produced by Earfluence.

Food additive Titanium Dioxide is "as harmful as asbestos."

Dr Bill Ferro — Tue, 17 Aug 2021 13:00:00 -0400

Recently, the European Food Safety Authority concluded that Titanium Dioxide, which is a whitening agent found in cake frosting, gums, and an unbelievable amount of other foods - is unsafe to ingest.

That's scary in itself, but it turns out, we're applying Titanium Dioxide to our skin as well. To help us unpack this, we welcome back Dr. Sudhir Shah, founder of OM Botanicals.

Listen to Dr. Shah's first appearance, The Skinny on Skincare.

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The Betr Podcast is hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro, and is produced by Earfluence.

Calcium, Toxins, and Your Cellular Health

Dr Bill Ferro — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 13:00:00 -0400

Brundy Broady's life changed forever with the birth of her son, Knute. He was continuously sick and frail, and his symptoms kept getting worse. The doctors couldn't find anything wrong, but eventually she did. She discovered that substances surrounding Knute - plastic toys, pesticides, and food dyes for example - contain harmful levels of toxins that negatively affect our Calcium ATPase.

The Calcium Connection: The Little-Known Enzyme at the Root of Your Cellular Health, by Brunde Broady

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The Betr Podcast is hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro, and is produced by Earfluence.

Harvard's Mood Food Expert: Dr. Uma Naidoo

Dr Bill Ferro — Fri, 28 May 2021 13:00:00 -0400

Harvard Medical's Dr. Uma Naidoo literally wrote the book on the science of mood and your microbiome. Find out what foods reduce stress, and which foods will deplete your mental health.

Gut Inflammation is Brain Inflammation

DR. UMA NAIDOO is a board-certified psychiatrist (Harvard Medical School), professional chef (Cambridge School of Culinary Arts), best-selling author of This Is Your Brain on Food (Little Brown 2020) and nutrition specialist (Cornell University) whose research provides tremendous insight into the connection between food/nutrition and mental health.

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The Betr Podcast is hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro, and is produced by Earfluence.

Superbugs to kill ten million people... are antibiotics to blame?

Dr Bill Ferro — Tue, 04 May 2021 13:00:00 -0400

Antibiotics can be life saving in certain situations. But when over-prescribed, they can be deadly.

Dr. Debra Goff is an Infectious Disease clinical pharmacist and founding member of the Antibiotic Stewardship Program (ASP) at The Ohio State University (OSU) Wexner Medical Center and Professor of Pharmacy Practice in the College of Pharmacy in Columbus Ohio USA.

Dr. Goff is a TEDx speaker on antibiotics “just in case” there’s infection. She is the Program Director for the South Africa Train-the-Trainer Antibiotic Stewardship Mentoring Program founded in 2012. She received the 2019 Ohio State University Distinguished International Outreach and Engagement Award for her work in South Africa. Dr. Goff is one of twenty-five global experts selected by the World Health Organization (WHO) to implement antibiotic stewardship programs in low-middle income countries. She works globally in hospitals across 6 continents. She lectures nationally and internationally and has over 150 publications. She uses Twitter (@idpharmd) to increase global engagement, educate and increase awareness of antibiotic resistance.

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The Betr Podcast is hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro, and is produced by Earfluence.

Cancer rates are soaring. Could the cause be the cure?

Dr Bill Ferro — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0500

Dr. Jennifer Simmons was one of the leaders in breast surgery and cancer care in Philadelphia for 17 years - until she discovered that treating the illness didn't lead to real health. So she left surgery and is now on a mission to help women with breast cancer truly heal.

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The Betr Podcast is hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro, and is produced by Earfluence.

Can Medical Marijuana Help Calm Autism Symptoms?

Dr Bill Ferro — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 12:00:00 -0500

Erica Daniels has tried everything for her autistic son. The two things that worked well are what no doctor would prescribe - a better diet and cannabinoid medicine.

Cooking with Leo

Hope Grows for Autism

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The Betr Podcast is hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro, and is produced by Earfluence.

Diet Fads - What Works and What's BS?

Dr Bill Ferro — Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:00:00 -0500

Ever hear about the Tapeworm Diet? The Chewing Diet? The Drinking Man's Diet? Do these diets from the past have any more merit than modern fads like Keto and Gluten Free? Dr Bill Ferro and Erin O'Hearn are joined by former bariatric surgery nurse Barbara Austin to discuss.

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The Betr Podcast is hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro, and is produced by Earfluence.

The Alarming COVID-19 and Gut Health Connection

Quacks and Hypochondriacs with Dr Bill Ferro — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 12:00:00 -0500

This one may come as a shock. According to Duke Health's Dr Paul Wischmeyer, "We as a population in the US were the perfect setup and target for this [COVID], with our disturbed gut microbiomes, our Western diet." So what does gut health have to do with COVID? Tune in to find out. Also, the study that Dr Paul discussed - PROTECT-EHC - if you want to be a part of it, visit https://www.protect-ehc.org/.

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The Betr Podcast is hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro, and is produced by Earfluence.

The Skinny on Skincare

Dr Bill Ferro — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 12:00:00 -0500

What you're putting on your face and the rest of your body is probably full of harmful chemicals that don't really work. Sudhir Shah is a scientist, molecular biologist, social entrepreneur, and Ayurvedic practitioner, and he's here to tell you why you should consider all-natural skin care products.

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The Betr Podcast is hosted by Dr. Bill Ferro, and is produced by Earfluence.