The Science of Self-Healing

The Bioregulatory Medicine Institute
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If you're facing health challenges or seeking natural ways to enhance your well-being, you've found the perfect podcast! Join Dr. James Odell, a naturopathic doctor and the medical and executive director of the Bioregulatory Medicine Institute (BRMI), as he delves into the world of bioregulatory medicine. In each episode, Dr. Odell will offer the most up-to-date research and practical tips to help your body naturally maintain its health, adapt to changes, regenerate, and heal itself. Tune in twice a month to embark on a journey toward optimal well-being! Find out more information at: https://www.brmi.online

  1. The Pain You Can't Explain: Why Emotions Become Physical Symptoms

    FEB 10

    The Pain You Can't Explain: Why Emotions Become Physical Symptoms

    Have you ever wondered why chronic pain, digestive issues, or persistent fatigue won't go away—even when all your medical tests come back normal? The answer might lie not in your body alone, but in the emotions you've been carrying for years without knowing it. In this eye-opening episode of The Science of Self-Healing, we explore the fascinating and often overlooked connection between suppressed emotions and physical symptoms. Drawing on cutting-edge research in psychoneuroimmunology and mind-body medicine, you'll discover how unexpressed anger can manifest as jaw pain and headaches, how grief constricts your breathing, and why chronic stress literally reshapes your immune system. This isn't about dismissing your symptoms as "all in your head"—it's about understanding that your body is brilliantly intelligent. When emotions have no safe outlet, your body creates one. Those persistent aches, that exhaustion that never lifts, the digestive issues that baffle your doctors—they're not failures of your body. They're messages. You'll learn: • Why emotional suppression is a survival strategy learned in childhood—and why it stops working in adulthood • The specific physical symptoms associated with different suppressed emotions • How trauma locks your nervous system into "freeze" or "collapse" modes that create chronic symptoms • Why normal test results don't mean nothing is wrong—they mean you're dealing with dysregulation, not damage • Practical pathways to healing through emotional integration, nervous system regulation, and somatic approaches Whether you're struggling with unexplained symptoms yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the profound intelligence of the human body, this episode will change the way you think about pain, illness, and healing.

    20 min
  2. Why You're Still Hypothyroid Even With Normal Labs (And What to Test Instead)

    JAN 27

    Why You're Still Hypothyroid Even With Normal Labs (And What to Test Instead)

    You're exhausted. Your hair is thinning. You can't lose weight no matter what you do. You're cold all the time, your brain feels foggy, and you just don't feel like yourself anymore. So you go to the doctor, convinced something is wrong with your thyroid—and they run a TSH test and tell you everything is "normal." But you're not fine. You know something is off. Here's the truth: your body might be screaming "hypothyroid" while your labs say "normal." And that's not because you're imagining things—it's because standard thyroid testing was designed to catch advanced disease. In this episode, we'll discuss what conventional thyroid testing misses. You'll discover why TSH alone is not an accurate indicator of thyroid health, how your body might be failing to convert T4 into usable T3, what reverse T3 reveals about chronic stress, and why your gut health and oral microbiome might be sabotaging your thyroid function. You'll learn: The 6 thyroid tests you should actually be requesting (beyond TSH) How stress, gut dysfunction, and nutrient deficiencies block thyroid hormone from working—even when levels look "normal" Why the gut-thyroid connection is one of the most overlooked factors in thyroid health The emerging role of short-chain fatty acids and the oral microbiome in thyroid function What "optimal" ranges really mean (versus standard reference ranges) If you've been told your thyroid is fine but you still feel terrible, this episode will validate your experience and give you a clear roadmap for what to test next.

    26 min
  3. The Missing Link in Heart Disease: Inflammation, Not Just Plaque

    JAN 13

    The Missing Link in Heart Disease: Inflammation, Not Just Plaque

    For decades, heart disease has been framed as a problem of clogged arteries and cholesterol numbers. But what if that story is incomplete? In this episode of The Science of Self-Healing, we explore the missing link in cardiovascular disease: chronic inflammation. Far beyond a simple plumbing issue, the heart is an immune-responsive organ—constantly shaped by stress, environmental toxicants, infections, and the invisible pressures of modern life. You'll discover how chronic stress rewires immune signaling, why air pollution and heavy metals quietly inflame the cardiovascular system, and how infections can leave lasting inflammatory scars on heart tissue long after symptoms fade. I'll discuss the biology behind endothelial dysfunction, arrhythmias, heart failure, and plaque instability—and why inflammation is now recognized as the common thread connecting them all. This episode also explores what the science says about restoring healthier cardiac terrain: key inflammatory biomarkers to watch, the role of omega-3s and anti-inflammatory fats, the overlooked importance of thiamine and mitochondrial support, and lifestyle practices that activate the heart's natural anti-inflammatory pathways. If you've ever felt that conventional heart health advice doesn't tell the whole story, this conversation offers a new lens—one that shifts the focus from symptom suppression to understanding why the heart becomes vulnerable in the first place. Because heart disease isn't just about plaque. It's about inflammation, environment, and terrain.

    30 min
  4. Why Biomarkers Matter: The Body's Early Clues to Health and Disease

    12/30/2025

    Why Biomarkers Matter: The Body's Early Clues to Health and Disease

    What if your body has been sending you signals long before symptoms appear—and you just didn't know how to read them? In this episode of The Science of Self-Healing, we explore the power of biomarkers—the measurable clues that reveal what's happening beneath the surface of your health. From blood tests and hormones to inflammation markers, genetics, wearables, and environmental exposures, biomarkers translate the body's complex internal language into information we can understand and act on. You'll learn what biomarkers are, where they come from, why they matter when symptoms are vague or delayed, and how they're used in preventive and personalized care. We also discuss their limitations, the importance of context, and how emerging technologies are shaping the future of health monitoring. If you want to listen to your body earlier, intervene smarter, and shift from reactive medicine to a more proactive approach, this episode will change the way you think about lab tests. Tune in and learn how to read the body's early clues—before disease takes hold.

    16 min
  5. Bioregulatory Detox: A Smarter Way to Clear Metals and Glyphosate

    12/16/2025

    Bioregulatory Detox: A Smarter Way to Clear Metals and Glyphosate

    Heavy metals and glyphosate rarely show up as the "obvious culprit" behind fatigue, inflammation, brain fog, or hormonal chaos — and that's exactly why they're so disruptive. In this episode of The Science of Self-Healing, we explore how these quiet, pervasive environmental exposures interfere with cellular communication, microbiome balance, mineral status, detoxification rhythms, and the body's innate regulatory intelligence. You'll learn how heavy metals mimic essential minerals, why they disrupt enzymes and mitochondrial function, how glyphosate reshapes the microbiome and binds to minerals, and why these two toxins often amplify each other's effects. We'll also break down the bioregulatory philosophy of detoxification — a slow, rhythmic, system-supportive approach that prioritizes drainage, mineral repletion, lymphatic flow, bile support, microbiome restoration, and safe chelation practices. From the role of sulfur compounds and EDTA… to humic substances, probiotics, binders, and the emotional terrain of detoxification… this episode reframes cleansing not as an aggressive intervention but as a return to biological intelligence. If you've ever wondered why detox can feel overwhelming, why symptoms don't always match exposures, or how to support resilience in a world of invisible toxicants — this conversation will change the way you understand the body's self-healing capacities.

    26 min
  6. PCOS & Endometriosis Through a Bioregulatory Lens

    12/02/2025

    PCOS & Endometriosis Through a Bioregulatory Lens

    Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis touch far more than the reproductive system—they influence metabolism, mood, inflammation, digestion, sleep, and the way women feel in their bodies every day. In this episode of The Science of Self-Healing, we explore these conditions through a lens that views the body as a connected, intelligent system rather than a collection of separate parts. Learn how PCOS and endometriosis affect the whole body, why insulin, inflammation, and estrogen pathways matter, and which evidence-supported supplements may help. You'll also see how stress, sleep, nutrition, movement, pelvic-floor therapy, and acupuncture support hormonal balance, along with the shared patterns that make both conditions responsive to a multi-therapeutic approach. If you've ever wondered why symptoms feel so widespread—or why standard treatments sometimes fall short—this episode offers clarity, encouragement, and a grounded view of what whole-body healing can look like.

    22 min
  7. How Stress Rewires the Body — and How to Reverse It

    11/18/2025

    How Stress Rewires the Body — and How to Reverse It

    Stress isn't just "in your head"—it's written in your biology. In this eye-opening episode of The Science of Self-Healing, Dr. James Odell explores how the stress response transforms your body and brain, why modern life keeps our nervous systems on high alert, and how trauma imprints itself into our tissues. Moving from amygdala alarms to the quiet power of the vagus nerve, he uncovers the hidden chemistry of burnout, anxiety, inflammation, and resilience. Most importantly, you'll learn how safety, rest, connection, and mindful practices can literally rewire your physiology. If you've ever wondered why stress feels so overwhelming—or how healing truly works on a biological level—this episode offers clarity, compassion, and a path forward.

    20 min
  8. Can You Really Lower High Blood Pressure Naturally?

    11/04/2025

    Can You Really Lower High Blood Pressure Naturally?

    High blood pressure—often called the "silent killer"—affects one in three adults, yet many don't even know they have it. In this episode of The Science of Self-Healing, we explore whether it's truly possible to bring blood pressure down naturally—and the answer might surprise you. Join us as we uncover the root causes of hypertension and discuss proven, bioregulatory ways to restore balance. You'll learn how nutrition, movement, sleep, stress management, and targeted herbal and nutrient support all play vital roles in regulating blood pressure. From the DASH and Mediterranean diets to nitric oxide, CoQ10, and forest bathing, this episode connects the dots between daily habits and cardiovascular health. Discover how small, consistent changes—what you eat, how you move, how you rest, and how you connect—can profoundly influence heart health. It's time to rethink blood pressure management and rediscover your body's natural ability to self-heal.

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If you're facing health challenges or seeking natural ways to enhance your well-being, you've found the perfect podcast! Join Dr. James Odell, a naturopathic doctor and the medical and executive director of the Bioregulatory Medicine Institute (BRMI), as he delves into the world of bioregulatory medicine. In each episode, Dr. Odell will offer the most up-to-date research and practical tips to help your body naturally maintain its health, adapt to changes, regenerate, and heal itself. Tune in twice a month to embark on a journey toward optimal well-being! Find out more information at: https://www.brmi.online

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  • Creator
    The Bioregulatory Medicine Institute
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    150
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © BRMI
  • Show Website
    The Science of Self-Healing

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