The Super Healthy Human Podcast with Dr. Rodger Murphree

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What does it mean today to be healthy? What is the standard for health? If you listen to much of the mainstream information, the bar is set pretty low. It's more disease management, or reaction to illness -- rather than healthy lifestyle. Super Healthy Human Podcast is where Dr. Rodger Murphree can come together with colleagues and top health experts across the globe as they tackle topics effecting your health and lifestyle, from head-to-toe! As the podcast progresses we hope to share something for everyone! Join us, as we take a deep dive into health concerns that are plaguing our nation, and some less common you might now know about yet! Lets get AND STAY healthy, together! #superhealthyhuman

  1. Sep 18

    Why Chronic Pain Won’t Go Away: 4 Overlooked Causes | Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum

    Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum joins Dr. Rodger Murphree to explain why chronic pain is often more complicated than a single injury, diagnosis, or abnormal scan. Drawing on five decades of treating people with chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, and persistent pain, Teitelbaum describes four major biochemical drivers of pain: muscle pain, inflammation, nerve pain, and the brain changes that can develop when pain becomes chronic. He says modern diet, poor sleep, nutritional deficiencies, diabetes, environmental stressors, and other factors can contribute to these overlapping pain pathways. Teitelbaum explains his SHINE approach—sleep, hormones, infections, nutrition, and exercise as able—and describes how inadequate energy production may leave muscles shortened, tight, and painful. He discusses the importance of restorative sleep, thyroid and hormonal support, nutrition, and appropriate exercise, along with dietary changes aimed at reducing inflammation. He and Murphree also discuss omega-3 fatty acids, curcumin, Boswellia, CoQ10, red ginseng, and other nutritional approaches Teitelbaum uses as part of a broader strategy for improving energy and reducing pain. The conversation also examines neuropathy and the growing connection Teitelbaum sees between diabetes, vitamin B12 deficiency, and nerve pain. He discusses metformin, GLP-1 medications, alpha-lipoic acid, and nutritional support before explaining how pain lasting longer than six weeks may involve microglial activation and other changes in the brain. Teitelbaum discusses PEA and low-dose naltrexone as approaches he uses for this component of chronic pain, while emphasizing that prescription medications can be valuable when used appropriately alongside other treatments. He and Murphree close by discussing the mind-body component of chronic pain, the effect chronic illness can have on a person's outlook, and why they believe people with fibromyalgia and other chronic pain conditions should not assume that meaningful improvement is impossible. CHAPTERS (00:00) Understanding the Chronic Pain Problem(03:55) The Four Components of Pain(05:45) Four Biochemical Drivers of Pain(07:25) Why Chronic Illness Is More Complex(10:23) The SHINE Protocol Explained(17:20) Diet, Inflammation, and Pain(23:32) Diabetes, B12, and Nerve Pain(27:17) Turning Down Brain Inflammation(29:15) Medications and Natural Treatments(32:24) Chronic Pain, Mindset, and Recovery Consultations & Programs – https://yourfibrodoctor.comConsultations – https://fibroconsults.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourfibrodoctor/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YourFibroDoctor/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SuperHealthyHuman Production, Distribution, and Marketing by Massif & KrooWebsite: https://massifkroo.comFor inquiries or sponsorships: hello@massifkroo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. Aug 29

    Why Chronic Illness Keeps Getting Worse: Dr. Neil Nathan Names the Hidden Triggers

    Dr. Neil Nathan explains why people with fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, and other complex conditions often fall through the cracks of conventional medicine. He says the acute-care model—one symptom, one diagnosis, and one treatment—does not fit chronic illness, where several systems and triggers may be involved at the same time. Drawing on decades of work with difficult cases, he describes how his focus shifted from treating downstream problems such as hormone imbalances, intestinal dysbiosis, nutritional deficiencies, and mitochondrial dysfunction to investigating what he considers upstream drivers, especially mold toxicity, Lyme disease, and long COVID. Nathan discusses how toxins, infections, and stress may sustain inflammation, reactivate viruses such as Epstein-Barr, disrupt mast cells and hormones, and contribute to different versions of fibromyalgia or ME/CFS. He views autoimmune findings and genetics as pieces of the puzzle rather than complete explanations, arguing that epigenetic and environmental triggers help determine which problems appear in each person. He also addresses medical gaslighting and says patients should not be dismissed simply because a practitioner cannot explain their symptoms. Nathan also breaks down the cell danger response, a protective shutdown that can remain active when the body continues to sense a threat. He explains how mitochondria produce ATP for energy and also send danger signals, why supplements may fail when treatment is introduced at the wrong stage, and why timing matters. He gives a cautious view of GLP-1 drugs and other peptides, warning about high doses, rapid weight loss, nausea, anxiety, and inadequate nutrition while acknowledging that these tools may have a place when used carefully. He closes by recommending Toxic and The Sensitive Patient’s Healing Guide for people dealing with chronic illness and extreme sensitivity. Chapters (00:00) Why Chronic Care Falls Short(04:27) Why Patients Are Getting Sicker(10:07) Mold, Lyme and Long COVID(13:49) Why Chronic Illness Is Complex(16:42) Is Fibromyalgia Autoimmune?(19:29) Genetics vs. Epigenetics(22:03) Medical Gaslighting and Hope(24:02) The Cell Danger Response(31:34) Mitochondria and Methylation(34:23) GLP-1 Drugs, Peptides and Books Dr. Neil Nathan – neilnathanmd.comBooks by Dr. Neil Nathan – Toxic and The Sensitive Patient’s Healing GuideConsultations with Dr. Neil Nathan – neilnathanmd.com/consultations Dr. Rodger Murphree Consultations & Programs – yourfibrodoctor.comConsultations – fibroconsults.comInstagram: @yourfibrodoctorFacebook: Your Fibro DoctorYouTube: Super Healthy Human Production, Distribution, and Marketing by Massif & KrooWebsite: MassifKroo.comFor inquiries or sponsorships: hello@massifkroo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Why Chronic Illness Keeps Getting Worse: Dr. Neil Nathan Names the Hidden Triggers

  3. Aug 22

    Fibromyalgia Doctor Warns: Is Lyrica Making You Worse?

    Dr. Rodger Murphree examines the use of Lyrica and Neurontin for fibromyalgia and explains why he is cautious about both medications. Based on his experience treating people with fibromyalgia and chronic illness, he says many patients report limited relief or stop taking the drugs because of side effects. He discusses weight gain, blurred vision, tremors, fatigue, drowsiness, digestive problems, headaches, swelling, dizziness, muscle pain, anxiety, depression, balance problems, and brain fog. He says the loss of mental clarity can be especially damaging for people already struggling with fibro fog and poor sleep. Murphree says prescription medications can be useful, but treating each symptom with another drug may fail to address what is driving the condition. He describes fibromyalgia as involving an overly sensitive pain system in which pain signals are magnified or fail to turn off properly. He discusses poor sleep, low thyroid function, nutritional deficiencies, medication side effects, autoimmune conditions, viruses, inflammation, chronic stress, and what he calls the cell danger response as possible contributing factors. He also explains why basic thyroid testing may miss problems that could be connected to fatigue, pain, constipation, cold hands and feet, hair loss, and other symptoms. He also discusses the differences he sees between fibromyalgia and myalgic encephalomyelitis or chronic fatigue syndrome, including sleep patterns, immune symptoms, swollen glands, recurring sore throats, and past viral infections such as Epstein-Barr. Murphree reviews the history of Neurontin, raises concerns about patients remaining on several medications without knowing whether they still help, and says chronic illness usually requires more than symptom control. He encourages patients who are unsure about Lyrica to speak with their prescribing doctor about reviewing the medication and, when appropriate, gradually reducing it rather than stopping it on their own. At the same time, he recommends addressing restorative sleep, thyroid function, nutritional deficiencies, daily habits, and other possible sources of pain. (00:00) Lyrica and Fibromyalgia(01:10) Weight Gain and Other Side Effects(04:25) Brain Fog and Balance Problems(06:00) Treating Symptoms vs. Triggers(08:25) Stress and Cell Danger Response(10:00) Thyroid Problems Often Missed(13:50) Fibromyalgia or ME/CFS?(16:25) Viruses and Epstein-Barr(20:55) The History of Neurontin(23:55) Reviewing and Reducing Medications Consultations & Programs – yourfibrodoctor.comConsultations – fibroconsults.comInstagram: @yourfibrodoctorFacebook: Your Fibro DoctorYouTube: Super Healthy Human Production, Distribution, and Marketing by Massif & KrooWebsite: MassifKroo.comFor inquiries or sponsorships: hello@massifkroo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fibromyalgia Doctor Warns: Is Lyrica Making You Worse?

  4. Jul 25

    The Hidden Stress Wrecking Your Body

    Dr. Rodger Murphree says fibromyalgia is not one identical disease with one universal cause. Instead, it is a name given to a collection of symptoms that may include widespread pain, fatigue, poor sleep, brain fog, digestive problems, restless legs, low mood, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea. He explains why this wide range of symptoms can make fibromyalgia difficult for many practitioners to understand and why some patients still feel dismissed. Murphree says prescription medications may have a place in treatment, but attempting to control every symptom with another drug may create side effects without addressing what is driving the condition. He discusses small-fiber neuropathy, digestive problems, food sensitivities, low thyroid function, hormonal changes, nutritional deficiencies, environmental toxins, stress, and trauma as possible contributing factors. His message is that patients often have several overlapping triggers rather than one simple explanation. He also explains that stress is not limited to feeling mentally overwhelmed. Physical illness, childhood adversity, major life changes, chemical exposure, bright lights, loud noises, demanding work, and environmental problems such as mold may all place stress on the body. Murphree discusses how early trauma may reduce a person’s ability to recover from future stressors and why later events can become the final straw. He says comprehensive interviews and individualized testing may be needed to identify thyroid problems, low vitamin D, mold exposure, digestive dysfunction, and other possible contributors before a personalized plan can be developed. (00:00) What Fibromyalgia Really Is(01:05) Why Doctors Struggle With It(02:10) The Limits of Symptom Control(03:15) Common Underlying Triggers(04:15) Trauma and Chronic Stress(05:20) Stress Beyond Mental Pressure(06:20) Childhood Stress and Resilience(07:20) The Final-Straw Effect(08:15) Mold and Environmental Toxins(09:25) Testing and Personalized Care Consultations & Programs – yourfibrodoctor.comConsultations – fibroconsults.comInstagram: @yourfibrodoctorFacebook: Your Fibro DoctorYouTube: Super Healthy Human Production, Distribution, and Marketing by Massif & KrooWebsite: MassifKroo.comFor inquiries or sponsorships: hello@massifkroo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Hidden Stress Wrecking Your Body

  5. Jul 18

    Fibromyalgia Doctor Says Sleep Comes First

    Dr. Rodger Murphree says fibromyalgia should not be treated as one identical disease in every patient. In this master class, he explains why pain, fatigue, poor sleep, brain fog, digestive problems, anxiety, depression, and restless legs may be warning signs of deeper problems. He discusses stress, trauma, small-fiber neuropathy, autoimmune activity, thyroid dysfunction, infections, mold exposure, nutritional deficiencies, and other possible triggers. Murphree says deep, restorative sleep is the most important place to begin because the body cannot properly repair itself when it remains chronically sleep-deprived. He explains how poor sleep may increase inflammation, lower pain tolerance, drain energy, worsen brain fog, and keep the nervous system in a constant state of danger. He also discusses serotonin, tryptophan, 5-HTP, melatonin, magnesium, cortisol, DHEA, thyroid hormones, and the nutrients needed to support the body’s stress response. He also explains why digestive health, adrenal function, and nervous-system health cannot be separated. Murphree discusses reflux, stomach acid, digestive enzymes, constipation, diarrhea, irritable bowel symptoms, nutrient absorption, bacterial and yeast overgrowth, fibromyalgia flares, chemical sensitivities, and why testing may be needed for thyroid problems, mold, Lyme disease, Epstein-Barr virus, food sensitivities, and other individual triggers. His message is direct: suppressing symptoms is not the same as finding and addressing what may be driving them. (00:00) Functional Medicine for Fibro(06:10) Why Every Case Is Different(14:30) Can Fibromyalgia Improve?(25:50) What Fibromyalgia Really Is(32:35) Pain, Stress, and Cell Danger(39:30) Why Deep Sleep Comes First(47:50) Serotonin and Pain Sensitivity(56:30) 5-HTP, Melatonin, and Nutrients(75:40) Gut Health and Digestion(84:20) Flares, Adrenals, and Testing Consultations & Programs – yourfibrodoctor.comStore, Books & Supplements – yourfibrostore.com Website: superhealthyhuman.comInstagram: @yourfibrodoctorFacebook: Your Fibro DoctorYouTube: Super Healthy Human Production, Distribution, and Marketing by Massif & KrooWebsite: MassifKroo.comFor inquiries or sponsorships: hello@massifkroo.com CHAPTERSWork with Dr. MurphreeMore About Dr. Rodger Murphree Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fibromyalgia Doctor Says Sleep Comes First

  6. Jul 11

    Dr. Rodger Murphree: The Fibromyalgia Fix Most Doctors Miss

    Dr. Rodger Murphree says fibromyalgia should not be treated as one identical disease in every patient. In this episode, he explains the functional medicine approach of looking beyond pain, fatigue, poor sleep, and brain fog to identify the problems that may be driving those symptoms. He discusses testing for thyroid dysfunction, nutritional deficiencies, digestive issues, mold exposure, Lyme disease, food sensitivities, viruses, and other possible triggers. Murphree says deep, restorative sleep is the most important place to start because the body cannot properly repair itself when it is chronically sleep-deprived. He explains how poor sleep may worsen inflammation, fatigue, brain fog, restless legs, anxiety, depression, and pain sensitivity. He also discusses magnesium, serotonin, 5-HTP, tryptophan, cortisol, DHEA, vitamin D, and the nutrients the body needs to produce hormones and brain chemicals. He also explains why digestive health cannot be separated from brain and nervous-system health. Murphree discusses irritable bowel symptoms, nutrient absorption, digestive enzymes, food sensitivities, bacterial overgrowth, PEMF therapy, vagus nerve exercises, medication sensitivities, and why every person’s fibromyalgia may require a different plan. His message is direct: managing symptoms is not the same as identifying and addressing what is causing them. CHAPTERS(00:00) Finding the Causes of Fibro(03:50) Is There a Fibromyalgia Test?(07:15) Viruses and Other Triggers(11:50) Why Doctors Struggle With Fibro(14:55) Deep Sleep Comes First(20:20) Serotonin and Pain Sensitivity(24:35) Hormones and Nutrition(28:25) The Gut-Brain Connection(32:50) PEMF and Vagus Nerve Tools(35:00) Medication Sensitivities and Q&A Work with Dr. MurphreeConsultations & Programs – yourfibrodoctor.comStore (book + supplements) – yourfibrostore.com More About Dr. Rodger MurphreeWebsite: superhealthyhuman.comInstagram: @yourfibrodoctorFacebook: Your Fibro DoctorYouTube: Super Healthy Human Production, Distribution, and Marketing by Massif & KrooWebsite: MassifKroo.comFor inquiries or sponsorships: hello@massifkroo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Jun 27

    Dr. Rodger Murphree: The Fatigue Warning Signs Doctors Keep Missing

    Dr. Rodger Murphree says chronic fatigue is usually not random. In this episode, he explains why many people stay exhausted because the real causes never get checked. He points to three major drivers: poor deep sleep, depleted stress hormones, and low thyroid function that basic lab work can miss. Murphree says deep, restorative sleep is the first place to start because the body repairs itself at night. He explains how poor sleep hygiene, late caffeine, screens, stress, long naps, and inconsistent wake times can wreck the sleep-wake cycle. He also discusses tools like morning sunlight, light exercise, meditation, 5-HTP, sublingual melatonin, and calming supplements that may help the body get back into deeper sleep. He also breaks down adrenal fatigue and thyroid dysfunction in simple terms. He says low cortisol can make stress feel bigger, trigger flares, lower stamina, and create mental and physical exhaustion. He explains why a full thyroid panel should go beyond TSH and T4, including free and total T3, reverse T3, T3 uptake, and thyroid antibodies. His message is blunt: if you want real energy back, you have to find and fix the underlying causes instead of just pushing through. CHAPTERS(00:00) Why fatigue gets missed(03:00) Poor sleep and chronic illness(06:30) Rebuilding the sleep cycle(10:30) Morning light and movement(15:40) Stress drains your energy(20:50) Screens, caffeine, and sleep(27:30) 5-HTP and melatonin(36:40) Adrenal fatigue signs(45:20) Low cortisol and flares(54:30) Thyroid testing mistakes Work with Dr. Murphree Consultations & Programs – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠yourfibrodoctor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Store (book + supplements) – yourfibrostore.com More About Dr. Rodger Murphree Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠superhealthyhuman.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yourfibrodoctor Facebook: Your Fibro Doctor ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: Super Healthy Human Production, Distribution, and Marketing by Massif & Kroo Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MassifKroo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For inquiries or sponsorships: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@massifkroo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Dr. Rodger Murphree: The Fatigue Warning Signs Doctors Keep Missing

  8. Jun 12

    Dr. Darin Ingels Explains Lyme Disease, Co-Infections, Testing Problems, and Natural Treatment

    Dr. Darin Ingels says Lyme disease is one of the most misunderstood infections in modern medicine. In this episode, Dr. Rodger Murphree talks with Dr. Ingels about what Lyme disease really is, why it is often missed, and how it can create symptoms that look like fibromyalgia, autoimmune disease, neurological disease, chronic fatigue, and other hard-to-explain conditions. Ingels explains how Lyme is usually transmitted through deer ticks, why many people never see a tick bite or bullseye rash, and why joint pain, nerve pain, brain fog, fatigue, fevers, swollen lymph nodes, and migrating symptoms can point toward tick-borne illness. He also breaks down co-infections like Babesia, Bartonella, Mycoplasma, Ehrlichia, and Anaplasma, and why they can make diagnosis and treatment more complicated. His message is clear: Lyme disease is a clinical diagnosis, not just a lab result. He says standard testing can miss many cases, long-term symptoms are real, and treatment often requires looking beyond antibiotics to the immune system, gut health, herbs, inflammation, hormones, toxins, and the damage Lyme can leave behind. CHAPTERS(00:00) What is Lyme disease?(01:40) The history of Lyme(05:09) How Lyme spreads(06:45) Lyme disease statistics(09:23) Common Lyme symptoms(13:44) Co-infections explained(17:55) Why testing is controversial(26:02) Better Lyme testing options(31:08) Antibiotics vs herbs(40:01) What patients should do Work with Dr. MurphreeConsultations & Programs – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠yourfibrodoctor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Store (book + supplements) – yourfibrostore.com / essentialtherastore.com More About Dr. Rodger MurphreeWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠superhealthyhuman.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@drrodgermurphree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Rodger Murphree, Functional Medicine Expert⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Rodger Murphree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn More About Dr. Darin IngelsWebsite: dariningelsnd.comBook: The Lyme Solution Production, Distribution, and Marketing by Massif & KrooWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MassifKroo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For inquiries or sponsorships: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@massifkroo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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What does it mean today to be healthy? What is the standard for health? If you listen to much of the mainstream information, the bar is set pretty low. It's more disease management, or reaction to illness -- rather than healthy lifestyle. Super Healthy Human Podcast is where Dr. Rodger Murphree can come together with colleagues and top health experts across the globe as they tackle topics effecting your health and lifestyle, from head-to-toe! As the podcast progresses we hope to share something for everyone! Join us, as we take a deep dive into health concerns that are plaguing our nation, and some less common you might now know about yet! Lets get AND STAY healthy, together! #superhealthyhuman

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