The Wellness 717 Podcast

Dr. Jeff Ludwick
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This is a wellness podcast for the Central Pa community. Our goal is to give our community information so they can make smart, safe and simple healthcare decisions.Sponsored by Camp Hill Family Chiropracticwww.CampHillChiro.cominfo@CampHillChiro.com717-761-8840

  1. JAN 28

    EP 104 Why Meditation?

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    16 min

  2. 10/18/2025

    EP: 103 Stress, Burnout and Work-Life Balance

    “Remember — your worth isn’t measured by your workload.” Focus on these 3 key take-a-aways:  1. Self-Awareness 2. Boundaries 3. Recovery www.camphillchiro.com

    19 min

  3. 10/13/2025

    EP: 102 Your Life is D.E.S.I.G.N. to be Healthy!

    Your body is fearfully and wonderfully DESIGNED. D – Divine Creation You were made with purpose by a loving Creator. Every cell, nerve, and organ was formed with intention — nothing about you is by accident. E – Energy & Expression True health is the full expression of life flowing through you — your nervous system communicating clearly, energy moving freely, and your body adapting to life’s stresses. S – Structure & Strength Your spine, posture, and alignment provide the foundation for movement, balance, and vitality. When structure is strong, function follows. I – Innate Intelligence Within you is an intelligent design — your body knows how to heal, repair, and regenerate when interference is removed and the environment supports it. G – Growth & Grace Every challenge, stress, or setback is an opportunity for growth. Grace gives your body and mind the resilience to adapt and overcome. N – Nourishment & Nerve Flow Feed your body with real foods, clean water, movement, breath, and positive thoughts — and keep your nervous system clear so life can flow through you uninhibited. Check us out at www.CampHillChiro.com

    13 min

  4. 09/15/2025

    EP: 101 Are you interested or committed?

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    11 min

  5. 09/06/2025

    EP: 100 BECOMING HAPPY

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    11 min

  6. 08/28/2025

    EP: 099 Your Future Best Self

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    13 min

  7. 03/14/2025

    EP: 098 Key Biomarkers to Test to Improve Your Health

    www.CampHillChiro.com 10 Key Biomarkers to Test to Improve Your Health In the fast-paced world we live in, it's easy to overlook the intricate processes that keep our bodies running smoothly. One such vital process is metabolism, responsible for converting the food and beverages we consume into the energy we need to function.  Metabolism at a glance It's a complex network of chemical reactions that allows us to harness the energy we get from our diet. 1  Waist circumference:A healthy level is under 35 inches for women and under 40 inches for men. 2. Blood pressure: High blood pressure is another important indicator of metabolic health; it can reflect the body's ability to regulate blood flow and energy utilization, and it is often linked to metabolic syndrome and related conditions. 3. Fasting Glucose (Optimal Range: 70-85 mg/dL) Keeping fasting glucose between 70-85 mg/dL is essential for preventing insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction. While fasting glucose levels between 85-99 mg/dL are often labeled "normal," higher levels could signal early metabolic dysfunction.  Elevated fasting glucose levels may contribute to an increased risk for metabolic issues, which can be associated with conditions like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. 4. Hemoglobin A1c (Optimal Range: 5-5.4%) Hemoglobin A1c measures average blood glucose over the past three months and is a critical marker for assessing long-term glucose control. Keeping A1c levels below 5.4% to ensure optimal metabolic function.  Warning:  that even slightly elevated levels (5.5%-6.4%) can indicate pre-diabetes, suggesting early insulin resistance, which can significantly increase the risk of diabetes. 5. Apo B (Optimal Range: 80 mg/dL) Apo B, a key marker for cardiovascular health, measures the number of "bad" cholesterol particles (LDL). Aim for Apo B levels below 80 mg/dL to minimize their risk of atherosclerosis.  Elevated Apo B levels suggest an increased number of LDL particles that can deposit cholesterol in the arteries, potentially leading to heart disease. 6. Triglycerides (Optimal Range: 80 mg/dL) Triglyceride levels under 80 mg/dL indicate healthy fat metabolism. Elevated triglycerides are often a sign of insulin resistance and poor metabolic health, typically linked to high sugar and refined carbohydrate intake.  7. HDL Cholesterol (Optimal Range: 50-90 mg/dL) HDL cholesterol is often called the "good" cholesterol because it helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream. Maintaining HDL levels between 50-90 mg/dL is crucial for cardiovascular health. Levels below this range can signal a higher risk of heart disease, while levels too high can indicate other metabolic issues. 8 Liver Enzymes (AST/ALT Optimal Range: 17) The liver plays a crucial role in detoxification and metabolism, and elevated AST or ALT levels can signal liver inflammation or metabolic dysfunction.  9. Fasting Insulin (Optimal Range: 2-5 mIU/L) Fasting insulin is a key indicator of how sensitive the body is to insulin.  Fasting insulin levels between 2-5 mIU/L as the optimal range for insulin sensitivity. Fasting insulin levels over 10 mIU/L indicate insulin resistance, which can precede type 2 diabetes. 10. hsCRP (Optimal Range: 0.3 mg/dL) High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP) is an inflammatory marker and essential for tracking systemic inflammation.  Elevated hsCRP levels are associated with increased cardiovascular risk and chronic inflammation. Keeping hsCRP below 0.3 mg/dL helps minimize inflammation and reduce the risk of metabolic diseases.

    11 min

  8. 02/11/2025

    EP: 097 Tired? Chronic Conditions? IMPROVE YOUR MITOCHONDRIA!

    EP: 0097. Tired? Chronic Conditions? IMPROVE YOUR MITOCHONDRIA! Conventional Medicine.... Understand the healthcare system we have - lots of confusion. It's not complicated to be healthy. The more we specialize,  the more sicker we become. Currently we have more than 135 different healthcare specialties. Go to your PCP - lead to several referrals. We get lost chasing symptoms with all these specialists. Mitrochodia Dysfunction Mitochondria - The most important part of the cell. Tiny factories that Live inside your cells Their job is to turn your Food into entry Glucose into energy Work well - Feel and function great Not working well you are exhausted. Where's the urgency? Root cause of all diseases is metabolic function. The trunk of the tree is M. F.  The branches are the condition, symptoms All Cells have mitochondria, except RBC -  if it slows down, cell become dysfunctional, results in pathologiesAnything affecting your mitrochondria is affecting your metabolic health Mitochondria are responsible for producing 90% energy within your body. When your mitochondria don't receive the instructions they need from your body's DNA to make energy, it can damage your cells or cause them to die early. This affects how your organs and organ systems function, which leads to symptoms of the condition. It's the powerhouse of every cell.  Every tissue and packed in your muscle. But remember that the mitochondria operate in the presence of oxygen. We need adequate oxygenation of the body for healthy mitochondrial function, and part of that will be the transport of oxygen via the red blood cells, which rely on vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folate and iron. We want to ensure that we are digesting, absorbing and assimilating those nutrients appropriately because that will contribute to mitochondrial function. Mitochondria Dysfunction - Drives disease 5 Top Signs your Mitochondria is Damaged? Chronic Fatigue related disease (from Disease and Trauma). M - Slow downsBrain Fogs - Brain has the most dense M CellsChronic Pain - Every things aches, or central pain areasAffective Problems - Depression, anxiety, sleep disturbances.As brain is stressed, neurochemistry becomes imbalanced.Impaired, slowed down -Detoxification - Elimination - Cellular Metabolic GarbageThe slower your mitochondria are, the more backup you are going to have.You need a steady flow of M. F. to make your brain work. Healing Mitochodria Reduce Toxins, environments,  chemical, etc... Exercise (Sitting 80% of the day) Sleep patterns.  sleeping 25% less Intermittent fasting B Vitamins (B3) Trace Minerals Better Nutrition - Eat clean no ultraprocessed foods, trans fats, fructose Cacao Beans - 2 chocolate squares per day (Cacao Nibs = No sugar Nitrate rich Veggies (Beets are the easiest.). 1/2 lbs per day 2-23 hours before exercise,  or 1 lb per day to feel superhuman. Beets - 1/2 lb beets. NitrateMakes Mitrocondria more efficient.Make exercise easier19% increase.CoQ10 and cellular Energy (ATP) According to the CDC, the number one causes of death is heart disease. But it was discovered in the 1980s that people with CHF had very low levels of CoQ10. So researcher's started giving these patients coq10 and the pumping power of the hear increased by 10%. Anti-oxygen - CoQ10 fuels the mitochondria energy production process called oxidative phosphorylation  The result a more powerful and efficient pump Step 1 - Analysis your metabolic health You have already done these tests in the past - in your records.  Probe a little deeper.

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This is a wellness podcast for the Central Pa community. Our goal is to give our community information so they can make smart, safe and simple healthcare decisions.Sponsored by Camp Hill Family Chiropracticwww.CampHillChiro.cominfo@CampHillChiro.com717-761-8840

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  • Creator
    Dr. Jeff Ludwick
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    105
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Wellness 717 Podcast
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