Nutrition Prescription: Wellness vs Medications

Dr. Steve Hughlett
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Join us for practical tips, and inspiring success stories—all designed to help listeners unlock more energy, confidence, and lasting health through nutrition, not restrictive diets or expensive supplements. Whether you're overwhelmed by feeling stuck, interested in getting off medication, or looking for a balanced approach to eating, this show is your trusted guide for healthier habits and sustainable wellness. Hosted by Dr. Steve Hughlett, a Doctor of Pharmacy turned nutrition advocate, every episode explores the power of natural foods, simple lifestyle changes, and holistic health solutions that help people reduce or eliminate the need for medication. Tune in each week to learn how real food, holistic methods, and a brighter mindset can transform your health—one episode, one meal, and one simple choice at a time. This podcast is for you if you are searching for answers to questions such as: How to lose weight and keep it off? Is the keto diet right for me? Should I use a low carb diet? What foods are best for weight loss? What are the best exercises for weight loss? Why can't I lose weight? Which diet is the best one for me? Is cholesterol bad? Are statins safe? How can I get off my diabetes medication?

  1. 3d ago

    200: Stop Chasing Pain with Dr Perry Nickleston

    Book a Call with Dr Steve. Book a Call with Dr Steve Why does pain keep returning—even after you treat the area that hurts? In this episode, Dr. Steve Hewitt talks with Dr. Perry Nicholson, widely known as the "Lymph Doctor" and founder of Stop Chasing Pain. Dr. Perry shares a whole-body perspective on chronic pain, inflammation, stiffness, swelling, poor balance, and low energy. Rather than focusing only on the body part that hurts, this conversation explores how the body compensates when movement, posture, breathing, nervous-system regulation, and lymphatic flow are not working well together. You will learn why the source of a problem may be found somewhere other than the painful location—and why simple, consistent fundamentals can have a powerful effect over time. Dr. Perry also walks through his "Big Six" approach: six key body regions that can be gently stimulated to support lymphatic flow. He explains why hydration matters, why you should begin slowly, and why more is not always better. Whether you are dealing with chronic pain, frequent stiffness, swelling, brain fog, headaches, poor balance, or a body that just does not feel like it is moving the way it should, this episode will give you a new way to think about what your symptoms may be trying to tell you. Five Key Takeaways Chronic pain is often a signal, not the root cause. The painful body part may be compensating for restricted movement, poor sensory input, or dysfunction somewhere else. Feet, hips, rib cage, and posture all affect one another. Limited foot or hip mobility can place more stress on the knees and low back, while a stiff rib cage can contribute to neck and back discomfort. Your nervous system relies on input from your feet, inner ear, eyes, and joints to maintain balance and orientation. Poor balance may reflect an issue in one—or several—of these systems. Simple daily habits matter. Hydration, nasal and diaphragmatic breathing, walking, gentle rotation, balance practice, and frequent movement can support mobility and recovery. The "Big Six" lymph-support areas are the collarbone region, sides of the neck, armpit/chest region, abdomen, groin, and behind the knees. Gentle stimulation of these areas—combined with hydration and movement—can be incorporated into a daily self-care practice.         Disclaimer: The information provided on this channel/podcast/publication is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare provider. Always consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or medications

  2. Sep 7

    199: Simple Ways to Assess Your Current Health Status

    Book a Call with Dr Steve. Book a Call with Dr Steve   How do you know if your health is improving—or if it may be time to make a change? Many people only look at the number on the scale. But your health is about much more than weight. Your energy, sleep, cravings, strength, mood, blood pressure, lab work, and daily habits can all give you important clues about how your body is doing. In this episode of Nutrition Prescription: Wellness vs. Medications, Dr. Steve Hughlett and his co-host talk about simple ways to assess your current health status. You do not need to become obsessed with numbers or try to change everything overnight. The goal is to get honest about your starting point so you can make small changes that lead to better health over time. You will learn practical ways to look at your food choices, body measurements, movement, sleep, stress, medications, and common symptoms. This episode will help you notice patterns, ask better questions, and choose one next step that supports more energy, confidence, and long-term wellness. Whether you want to lose weight, reduce cravings, improve your energy, or simply feel better in your body, this is a helpful place to begin. In this episode, we discuss: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Why the scale is only one piece of your health picture. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Simple signs that your body may be struggling, including low energy, poor sleep, cravings, and feeling hungry all the time. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Why waist size, strength, mobility, blood pressure, and lab values can matter. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> How ultra-processed foods can affect appetite, weight, blood sugar, and energy. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Why a food-and-symptom journal can help you see patterns you may be missing. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> How to assess your current medication list with your healthcare professional and ask whether lifestyle changes could support your health goals. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> The value of making one small change at a time instead of trying another all-or-nothing diet. A simple place to start For the next seven days, pay attention to a few basic areas: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> How is your energy in the morning and afternoon? p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> How well are you sleeping? p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> How often are you eating ultra-processed foods? p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> How hungry are you between meals? p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Are you moving your body, building strength, and walking regularly? p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> What is one habit you could improve this week? Small, consistent choices with real, whole foods can make a powerful difference over time. Important note This podcast provides education and encouragement. It is not personal medical advice. Talk with your physician, pharmacist, or other qualified healthcare professional before changing medications, especially medications for diabetes, blood pressure, or other chronic conditions. Five Bullet Points p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Your current health is about more than your weight; energy, sleep, cravings, strength, waist size, blood pressure, and lab work also tell an important story. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Low energy, frequent cravings, poor sleep, brain fog, and constant hunger may be signals that it is time to look more closely at your daily habits. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Start by getting honest about what you eat, especially how often ultra-processed foods are showing up in your meals and snacks. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Do not try to fix everything at once. Choose one simple habit, such as eating more whole foods, drinking water, walking daily, or improving sleep. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Review medications and health markers with your healthcare professional, and never stop or adjust medications on your own. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Disclaimer: The information provided on this channel/podcast/publication is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare provider. Always consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or medications

  3. Aug 31

    198: The Truth about Real Food: Sally Fallon Interview

    Book a Call with Dr Steve. Book a Call with Dr Steve In today's podcast episode: 🥩 What if the problem is not a lack of willpower, but a lack of real nourishment? Discover why Sally says traditional nutrient-dense foods—including animal fats, eggs, butter, and organ meats—may help restore satisfaction and metabolic health. ​ 🥛 Learn the surprising role of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, and K, why they work together, and why Dr. Weston A. Price's research may challenge everything you thought you knew about dietary fat. ​ 🍼 Hear the practical, often-overlooked principles Sally shares for nourishing babies and children—from first foods and meal preparation to avoiding the highly processed products that have become "normal" in modern family life. Wise Traditions website. Wise Traditions Weston a Price website. Weston A Price Sally Sallon.  Nourishing Traditions Disclaimer: The information provided on this channel/podcast/publication is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare provider. Always consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or medications

  4. Aug 24

    197 Weight-Loss Habits

    Free Chapter from my book. Your Plate is Your Fate.  Free Chapter In this episode we fix your weight loss habits to stop the cycle of overeating. Learn why your daily routines matter more than the food on your plate. Many people focus entirely on food choices when trying to manage their weight, but this approach often misses the root cause.  This video breaks down how repetitive behaviors like rushed mornings or uncontrolled nights dictate your eating patterns. If you feel stuck, it is likely because your ingrained daily habits are overriding your dietary goals rather than a need for more medical advice. We examine how to identify specific trigger foods and environmental cues that lead to poor decisions. By addressing these behavioral patterns, you can build a sustainable healthy eating routine that works for your lifestyle. Understanding these mechanisms is the key to achieving consistent weight loss success without relying on restrictive dieting. Subscribe for weekly habit-building breakdowns to improve your health, and comment below with which daily routine you find hardest to manage. Disclaimer: The information provided on this channel/podcast/publication is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare provider. Always consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or medications

  5. Aug 17

    196: Dr Robert Kiltz Talks Infertility and Weight Loss

    *:first-child]:mt-0 [&_>*:last-child]:mb-0" data-renderer="lm"> Join us LIVE on Zoom Pantry Purge Party In this episode, Dr. Steve and Theresa talk with Dr. Robert Kiltz, a reproductive endocrinologist, OB-GYN, and founder of CNY Fertility. Dr. Kiltz shares his personal health story, his work with people facing infertility, and why he believes food choices, stress, mindset, and faith all play a role in health. Dr. Kiltz explains how his own struggles with migraines, digestive issues, arthritis, psoriasis, kidney stones, and depression led him to explore Paleo, keto, and eventually a mostly carnivore way of eating. He discusses his personal "BABE" approach: bacon, eggs, butter, beef, and salt, along with simple meals and periods of fasting. The conversation explores infertility, the growing number of couples who struggle to conceive, and the importance of asking deeper questions about lifestyle and everyday health habits. Dr. Kiltz shares how he talks with patients about nutrition while also offering conventional fertility care, including testing, medication, surgery, IUI, IVF, and donor options when appropriate. You will also hear a candid discussion about food freedom, cravings, eating for celebrations without making celebrations an everyday habit, and why lasting health changes require more than a short-term diet. Dr. Kiltz closes with a message to stay curious, ask questions, practice self-love, and approach others with kindness and grace.   p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Dr. Kiltz's own health journey moved from Paleo to keto to a mostly carnivore lifestyle, which he says helped him feel better and simplify his eating. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> He encourages people dealing with infertility to look at the full picture: food, stress, sleep, medications, health history, and available medical fertility treatments. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> The goal is not a quick weight-loss fix, but building a long-term way of eating that supports health and gives people more freedom around food. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> He believes small exceptions for special celebrations can fit into life, but turning treats into an everyday habit can make it harder to reach health goals. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> His final encouragement: be curious, ask better questions, look in the mirror and say "I love you," and treat yourself and others with kindness Note: This episode includes personal opinions and clinical perspectives on nutrition and fertility. Listeners should speak with a qualified healthcare professional before making major changes to diet, fasting, or medications.

  6. Aug 10

    195: Can You Lose Weight Just by Quitting Sugar and Flour

    Join us LIVE on Zoom Pantry Purge Party   In this episode, Dr. Steve Hulett explains why weight gain and metabolic dysfunction may be driven less by willpower and more by the daily intake of sugar, flour, and ultra-processed foods. He breaks down how glucose and fructose affect insulin, fat storage, triglycerides, inflammation, and blood sugar, and why removing these foods may help the body shift into fat burning. He also explains how to read ingredient labels more effectively, why total carbohydrates matter more than "added sugar," and why fruit, grains, and starchy foods can still contribute to glucose overload. The episode closes with a practical invitation to clear out the pantry and make food changes that support better energy, clearer thinking, and healthier weight loss. Flour and sugar may be the hidden drivers of fat storage, hunger, and metabolic dysfunction. High insulin is presented as the key hormone that prevents fat burning and promotes fat storage. Fructose is explained as a major contributor to triglycerides, inflammation, gout, and high blood pressure. Total carbohydrates matter more than added sugar when evaluating packaged foods. Eliminating ultra-processed foods, along with sugar and flour, is framed as a simple first step toward better health and weight loss.

  7. Aug 3

    194: Lifting Heavy Things and Weight Loss with Nick and Branda Thornhill

    If you are needing help getting off diabetes medications and/or losing weight.  We are here to help!  Click the link below to get on a FREE 30 min CHAT to see if we have anything that can help! Free 30-Min. Wellness Solutions Chat My website. Dr Steve Hughlett   Conference where Steve will be speaking   Secrets in Healthcare.  Use CODE shughlett10 for a discount.    In this episode, Dr. Steve and Theresa sit down with strength coaches Nick and Branda Thornhill to explore why lifting heavy things is one of the most powerful levers for improving metabolic health, insulin sensitivity, and long‑term resilience.  They discuss how to get started with resistance training at any age, how to progress safely if you are living with type 2 diabetes or metabolic syndrome, and why muscle is critical "health insurance" for the future.  You'll also hear practical tips on programming, recovery, and mindset so you can build strength without living in the gym. Why building and maintaining skeletal muscle is essential for metabolic health, insulin sensitivity, and healthy aging, especially for people with or at risk for type 2 diabetes. How to approach "lifting heavy things" safely if you are deconditioned, over 40, or dealing with blood sugar dysregulation, including progression strategies and recovery priorities. Practical guidance on exercise selection, frequency, and intensity so you can get strong in 2–3 focused sessions per week without living in the gym. Common fears and myths about strength training (bulking up, joint damage, age limitations) and how Nick and Branda help clients overcome them. The mindset shift from exercising for calorie burning to training for strength, function, and metabolic flexibility—and how that supports sustainable lifestyle change. Connect with Nick and Branda GHSC YT Channel - https://youtube.com/@GymHeroesSC Website  https://gymheroessc.com Nick's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nick.thornhill.1 Branda's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/branda.sidebottom Business Email - thornhillnutritiontraining@gmail.com   Disclaimer: The information provided on this channel/podcast/publication is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare provider. Always consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or medications

  8. Jul 27

    193: Can You Have Weight Loss When You Exercise?

    Click here to join our  Pantry Purge Party *:first-child]:mt-0 [&_>*:last-child]:mb-0" data-renderer="lm"> In this episode, the Dr Steve Hughlett explains that whether exercise helps you lose fat depends on your primary fuel source: glucose or fat. The core message is that high insulin from frequent carbohydrate intake keeps the body in storage mode, while keeping insulin low through low-carb or carnivore-style eating helps the body burn stored fat during exercise. The episode walks through how the body uses glucose and fat for ATP, how glycogen storage is limited, and how fat stores provide far more available energy. It also argues that when insulin is elevated, the body stores more fat and cannot access its own fat easily; when insulin is low, fat can be released and used for energy more effectively. A major theme is that exercise becomes a stronger fat-loss tool once the body is adapted to burning fat instead of glucose. The host also encourages lowering carbohydrate intake, using time-restricted eating, and removing ultra-processed foods from the pantry as practical first steps. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Your body can run on either glucose or fat, but the episode argues fat is the preferred long-term fuel source. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> High insulin, usually triggered by eating carbohydrates, pushes the body toward fat storage instead of fat burning. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Glucose storage is limited, while body fat represents a much larger and more efficient energy reserve. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Exercise burns more body fat when insulin is low and the body is already adapted to using fat for fuel. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> The episode recommends low-carb eating, time-restricted eating, and removing processed foods to support fat loss and better health. Disclaimer:  The information provided on this channel/podcast/publication is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare provider. Always consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or medications

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Join us for practical tips, and inspiring success stories—all designed to help listeners unlock more energy, confidence, and lasting health through nutrition, not restrictive diets or expensive supplements. Whether you're overwhelmed by feeling stuck, interested in getting off medication, or looking for a balanced approach to eating, this show is your trusted guide for healthier habits and sustainable wellness. Hosted by Dr. Steve Hughlett, a Doctor of Pharmacy turned nutrition advocate, every episode explores the power of natural foods, simple lifestyle changes, and holistic health solutions that help people reduce or eliminate the need for medication. Tune in each week to learn how real food, holistic methods, and a brighter mindset can transform your health—one episode, one meal, and one simple choice at a time. This podcast is for you if you are searching for answers to questions such as: How to lose weight and keep it off? Is the keto diet right for me? Should I use a low carb diet? What foods are best for weight loss? What are the best exercises for weight loss? Why can't I lose weight? Which diet is the best one for me? Is cholesterol bad? Are statins safe? How can I get off my diabetes medication?

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