Stress isn’t just a mental experience, it’s actually a physical response. So how do you best prepare your body to manage that stress? By taking care of your adrenal glands. In this episode, we are shedding light on the underappreciated adrenal glands, the role they play in your health, and how they manage your body’s stress response. Plus, Dr. Carling is sharing a few lifestyle and dietary changes you can make today to improve your adrenals and your wellness overall. What’s in this episode: What your adrenal glands do and why you should take care of them How your body functions during a stress response All the ways your adrenals affect your mental and physical health Which organs function in tandem with your adrenal glands Why caffeine and sugar are so bad for your adrenal glands The dietary and lifestyle choices you can make to improve your adrenals For full show notes, resources and links head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/ The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Subscribe and stick around to hear doctor recommendations and insight into why you’re having health challenges in the first place (and what to do about it!) You have more power to change your health than you realize. Get to know us more by connecting with us on our website (www.vitalhealthcda.com) or on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/vitalhealthcda). *Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional.
Oct 20, 2021
18 min
Our best defense is a powerful offense and that powerful offense is an effective immune system. So are you setting yourself up for optimum immune health? In this episode, we are sharing how you can boost your immune system by making small but important changes every day. Making adjustments to what you eat, how you mitigate stress and even how much sleep you get can affect healthy immune function. Dr. Carling also shares her top herbs and supplements that can support your immune health. What’s in this episode: The natural barriers our body already has How the food we eat affects our immune system Why you need a balanced endocrine system Mitigating stress for healthy adrenal function Why sleep is vitally important for a healthy functioning immune system Herbs and supplements that can support your immune health For full show notes, resources and links head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/ The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Subscribe and stick around to hear doctor recommendations and insight into why you’re having health challenges in the first place (and what to do about it!) You have more power to change your health than you realize. Get to know us more by connecting with us on our website (www.vitalhealthcda.com) or on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/vitalhealthcda). *Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional.
Oct 13, 2021
14 min
We need vitamins and minerals for our bodies to function at their very best. But did you know that not all supplements are created equally? In fact, some can even cause more harm than good. In this episode, we’re breaking down what you need to know about supplements and how to make sure the vitamins you’re taking are benefiting your body. We’ll also clue you in on what to look out for that a lot of these supplement companies do that “cheat” the system. What’s in this episode: What a fractionated vitamin and a synthetic vitamin is How a lot of companies “cheat” in the supplement industry Things to watch out for that reduce your nutrients How to tell if your supplement is made from chemicals or food For full show notes, resources and links head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/ The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Subscribe and stick around to hear doctor recommendations and insight into why you’re having health challenges in the first place (and what to do about it!) You have more power to change your health than you realize. Get to know us more by connecting with us on our website (www.vitalhealthcda.com) or on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/vitalhealthcda). *Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional.
Oct 6, 2021
19 min
Your body has the amazing ability to heal itself. Think about the last time you got a cut, did you have to tell your body how to handle the wound? No, it just does. In this episode, we’re talking about our bodies and their miraculous ability to take care of themselves. Dr. Carling reads an article about this and we chat about the lifecycle of your organs, cells and blood. You’ll learn how better nutritional choices can make a huge difference in your body and its healing abilities. What’s in this episode: Why you need the building materials to support your bodily functions The lifecycle of your cells, blood and organs How all of your organs are dependent on each other One thing you can do to take action today For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/ The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Subscribe and stick around to hear doctor recommendations and insight into why you’re having health challenges in the first place (and what to do about it!) You have more power to change your health than you realize. Get to know us more by connecting with us on our website (www.vitalhealthcda.com) or on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/vitalhealthcda). *Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional.
Sep 29, 2021
20 min
Digestion is what we often refer to as, “the root of health”. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the digestive system. We’ll be uncovering the process of digestion (it starts much sooner than you might’ve thought) and what normal digestion looks like. Dr. Carling breaks down the biggest misconceptions about stomach acid which you won’t want to miss. You’ll also hear some helpful tips for resolving digestive issues you may be having - plus insight into what could be causing this! What’s in this episode: What “normal digestion” looks like and the process of your digestive system Misconceptions of acid and digestion What can interfere with the digestive process Advice for resolving digestive challenges For full show notes, resources and links head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/ The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Subscribe and stick around to hear doctor recommendations and insight into why you’re having health challenges in the first place (and what to do about it!) You have more power to change your health than you realize. Get to know us more by connecting with us on our website (www.vitalhealthcda.com) or on Facebook at (https://www.facebook.com/vitalhealthcda). *Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional.
Sep 22, 2021
21 min
Welcome to VitalHealth4You, hosted by Dr. Holly Carling and Alicia Balija. This podcast is to teach you how to take back control of your health. We'll be teaching you the right questions to ask, in order to get down to the root cause of WHY you are having health challenges in the first place and what to do about it. In this first episode, Dr. Carling shares her journey into natural medicine and the philosophy that drives her practice today. We also share why education is so important and what you can expect to hear each week on the VitalHealth4You Podcast. What’s in this episode: Dr. Carling’s journey intro natural medicine The case that led Dr. Carling to leave nursing The power of acupuncture Why education is important to Dr. Carling *Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional.
Sep 22, 2021
11 min
Welcome to VitalHealth4You, hosted by Dr. Holly Carling and Alicia Balija. This podcast is to teach you how to take back control of your health. We'll be teaching you the right questions to ask, in order to get down to the root cause of WHY you are having health challenges in the first place and what to do about it. Join us each week as Dr. Carling shares her in-depth knowledge, gained over 40 years in natural medicine, and tackles your most burning health questions. You'll hear her best and most highly recommended tools to help you take charge of your health challenges, resolve them naturally and get the encouragement you need to finally take action. You have more power over your own wellness than you realize and this show is here to help you uncover that power. Dr. Holly Carling is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist, Doctor of Naturopathy, Clinical Nutritionist and Master Herbologist with over 40 years of experience in natural healthcare. Dr. Carling is a "Health Detective," she looks beyond your symptom picture and investigates WHY you are experiencing your symptoms in the first place. Dr. Carling considers herself a “professional student” – she has attended more than 600 post-secondary education courses related to health and healing. Dr. Carling gives lectures here in the U.S. and internationally and has been noted as the “Doctor’s Doctor”. When other healthcare practitioners hit a roadblock when treating their patients nutritionally, Dr. Carling is who they call. Dr. Carling is currently accepting new patients and offers natural health care services and whole food nutritional supplements in her Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho clinic. Visit Dr. Carling’s website at www.vitalhealthcda.com to learn more about Dr. Carling, join our email list and read informative articles.
Sep 17, 2021
1 min