The Happy Healthy Family Podcast Dave Borden - I'm Simply A Dad

Cooking with Herbs & The Secret Language Of Food

Food is medicine & the flavor of a food gives us clues to its medicinal value. On the show, we discuss each of the 5 flavor profiles & what the therapeutic value of each.  

We also discuss cooking with adaptogens and medicinal mushrooms. Plus, the best herbal remedies for cold/flu season. 

I welcome Devon Young, herbalist & author of The Herbalist’s Healing Kitchen and  NittyGrittyLife.com

Show Notes https://imsimplyadad.com/devon2

Infections, Insulin Resistance, & Finding The Right Puzzle Pieces

Chronic inflammation is the #1 cause of chronic health issues, but in order to start healing, you have to find the source of inflammation for you. 

Dr Madiha Saeed returns to the pod to discuss common triggers of inflammation such as viral & bacterial infections, stress, mold...etc. 

We also discuss the importance of lab tests, working with your doctor, & how supplements can make you feel worse. 
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Improving Diversity, Endotoxemia, & The Long-Lasting Effects Of Antibiotics

Learn how to eat for a more robust microbiome & why a high fat meal can trigger the release of LPS, a potent endotoxin. We also cover the effects of a single course of antibiotics, how it can affect the entire family’s gut health, & what to do about it.

I welcome “Super Nerd” Kiran Krishnan. Kiran is a microbiologist, Chief Scientific Officer of Microbiome Labs, & an expert in gut health.

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Traditional Chinese Medicine believes detoxification is a built in process we all have. However, there are times when the body may need additional support.

I welcome acupuncturist, herbalist, & TCM practitioner, Michael Max. We discuss the TCM view on detox, chronic inflammation, & stress/emotional health.

During the conversation, we also cover protective Qi, infrared saunas/sweating & how TCM practitioners approach a patient who may be “toxic”.

Show Notes at https://imsimplyadad.com/tcmdeto

MCAS In Kids, Mitochondrial Dysfunction, & The Cell-Danger Response

I welcome Dr Elisa Song, holistic pediatrician & Fx medicine expert. She defines mast cells, their purpose, & what happens when they’re activated.

We discuss histamine overload, the cell-danger response, & mitochondrial dysfunction. Dr Song shares signs of mito dysfunction & ways to support them.

Dr Song shares tons of practical tips we can use to support our families struggling with MCAS. https://imsimplyadad.com/drsong

The first Q & A episode. 
We discuss our biggest stress busters, how we avoid being overwhelmed & sort through the “jungle of information” that's available. 

Find out our strategies for keeping a marriage strong, our biggest health flops & successes, & what I’ve learned on this journey that has changed me the most. 

We take your questions on autism, infrared saunas, detox, probiotics, & more. 
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