According to the CDC 60% of US adults have a chronic disease and 40% of US adults have 2 or more chronic diseases. Chronic disease is the leading cause of death and disability and the biggest driver of health care cost. In this video I share some ideas of what it's going to take to address this massive problem.

Low stomach acid is one of the most commonly overlooked causes of gut problems. Having adequate stomach acid is essential for the rest of your digestive system to work properly. In this video I cover some of the most common symptoms and causes of low stomach acid.

If you have a super clean diet but you're still having gut problems what do you do next? The first step in treating any gut problem is to figure out what part of the digestive system is causing the problem. In this video I give you a simple way to start determining where your gut symptoms are coming from.

In this video I give a short description of what functional medicine is and how it's different than conventional medicine. In short functional medicine is a whole body approach to health care with a focus on discovering and treating the root cause of chronic health conditions.

If you've tried just about everything to improve their gut health but are still suffering with gut symptoms. Improving the communication between your brain and gut with vagal nerve stimulation may be the missing link.

In this video I share another gem from an amazing book on the polyvagal theory. One of the core principals of the polyvagal theory is that safe social connection is like an essential nutrient for mental and physical health. To support your longevity I highly recommend prioritizing time with your people where you feel safe and connected.

In this video I share 3 profound benefits of exercise that not many people know about. Beyond strong muscles and cardio vascular health, exercise stimulates your cells to make more mitochondria, promotes a diverse microbiome and supports healthy brain function. This highlights just how fundamental exercise is for you overall health.

In this video I teach a simple exercise to relieve the neck and shoulder tension that builds up from too much time at the computer. This exercise can be done right at your desk and can be sprinkled in throughout your day to offset neck and shoulder tension as it builds up.

In this video I share a beautiful tidbit about the hormone oxytocin. Not only does it help us experience love and bonding but it's also fundamental in healing a damaged heart.

In this video I open up and share about my personal journey with long covid symptoms and some of the strategies that have been helpful for me. My hope is that this process will help me gain tools and insights to help others struggling with long covid.

In this video I teach a simple technique for vagal nerve stimulation using combination of gargling and an electric toothbrush in the ear. Vagal nerve stimulation can be a powerful way to reduce stress and anxiety, improve gut function, and improve your sleep. It's even been shown to lower blood pressure.

In this video I'll teach you how inflammation amplifies pain and some simple things you can do to reduce your levels of inflammation. If you're struggling with pain reducing your systemic levels of inflammation can be super helpful.

If you have stress and tension building up in your neck and shoulders this workout is for you. This is a series of stretches and exercises to improve the mobility and ease the tension in your neck and shoulders.

In this video I talk about how reducing stress can be helpful in reducing chronic pain. Chronic pain is a complex phenomenon with many layers. Stress can be a major factor that contributes to the experience of chronic pain. There are many methods of reducing stress. The key is to find a way that you enjoy and make it into a regular routine.

Movement and exercise and can be powerful in reducing pain. In this video I talk about the neurology behind how that works and some ways you can use movement to reduce pain. If you're dealing with an injury or chronic pain I encourage you to keep your body moving.

When it comes to managing Hashimoto's (or any other autoimmune condition), minimizing inflammation is essential. In this video I describe how your gut can be a significant source of inflammation and some fundamental strategies to improve your gut health.

This is a fantastic series of exercises to strengthen and stabilize your lower back. If you experience low back pain this will be a great workout for you. This workout is based on a style of exercise called Foundation Training. For more about Foundation Training visit foundationtraining.com

This 16 minute workout is a great combination of safe exercises to work the front and back of your core. I jokingly referred to this workout as "Abs Of Aluminum" because it's not meant for the hardcore athlete who's working on their 6-pack. It's meant for the average person who needs to improve the strength and stability of their core, which is most of us.

When life gets busy it can be hard to find the time for self-care. This low back workout is short and sweet so it's easier to fit into a busy day. These exercises can be done anywhere with no equipment. If you have lower back pain and limited time to work on it, these are exercises I would recommend.

In this video I share the exercise routine I've been using for my own chronic knee pain. You'll learn 3 knee exercises and the specific sets and reps in the routine. These are simple exercises that are wonderful to create more strength and stability around your knees.