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Listen Online: About this episode: The First Lady of Nutrition welcomes renowned natural health and Ayurveda expert Dr. John Douillard to uncover what thousands of years of ancient wisdom can teach us about living longer, and why modern science is finally beginning to catch up. From the three Ayurvedic body types (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha) to eating with the seasons and working with your natural circadian rhythm, Dr. Douillard explains why some of the smartest longevity “hacks” may not be new at all. Ann Louise and Dr. Douillard also dive into some of today’s hottest health topics, including why
Every day, millions of Americans pour a glass of water straight from the tap believing it's one of the healthiest choices they can make. But what if that water contains invisible contaminants you never expected? In this critical episode, The First Lady of Nutrition sits down with Dr. Roy Speiser, a Level 5 Water Quality Specialist with more than four decades of experience, to discuss why clean water may be one of the most overlooked foundations of good health. Together, Ann Louise and Dr. Speiser explore the growing challenges facing today's public water systems, including forever chemicals (P
The Amazing Healing Power of Magnets Every cell in your body generates electricity. Your heart beats because of electrical impulses. Your brain communicates through electrical signals. So, what happens when those natural energy patterns become disrupted? In this fascinating episode, the First Lady of Nutrition sits down with internationally recognized biomagnetism expert Dr. Luis Garcia to explore an approach to healing that views the body through an entirely different lens. Together, Ann Louise and Dr. Garcia discuss the pioneering work of Dr. Isaac Goiz, the founder of Biomagnetic Pair Thera
The First Lady of Nutrition welcomes Samara Kaufmann Aviv, co-author of The Acid Watcher Cookbook, for a fascinating discussion on acid reflux, GERD, and the often-overlooked condition known as "silent reflux."
The First Lady of Nutrition welcomes Samara Kaufmann Aviv, co-author of The Acid Watcher Cookbook, for a fascinating discussion on acid reflux, GERD, and the often-overlooked condition known as "silent reflux."
The First Lady of Nutrition welcomes Dr. Carolyn McMakin, author of The Resonance Effect and the developer of Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM). Dr. McMakin shares the unlikely story of how a forgotten list of frequencies from the 1920s led to a completely new approach for addressing chronic pain and other stubborn health conditions.
In this fascinating conversation, The First Lady of Nutrition sits down with Reagan Phillips, professional organizer and founder of Cure The Chaos Organizing, to explore the powerful connection between clutter, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life. Reagan explains how disorganization can quietly contribute to overwhelm, anxiety, mental fatigue, and what she calls C.H.A.O.S. — “Can’t Have Anyone Over Syndrome”. Listeners will discover Reagan’s proven “C.U.R.E.” method for clearing clutter, reducing stress, and creating lasting organization that can transform not only the home, but
Listen Online: About this episode: Together, The First Lady of Nutrition and James Templeton, CEO of UNI KEY Health, author of I Used to Have Cancer, and a 40+ year stage 4 cancer survivor, tackle one of the most debated questions in health: What is the best diet to beat cancer? Drawing from his personal journey and decades of experience, James shares why he believes diet is the most critical factor in healing—and why removing sugar (including excess carbohydrates) is absolutely essential. He explores the pros and cons of popular approaches like vegan, paleo, keto, and macrobiotic diets, and e
Listen Online: About this episode: The First Lady of Nutrition recently interviewed Christopher Lee Maher, a retired U.S. Navy SEAL with a powerful story. He explores whether issues like anxiety, persistent patterns, or stress responses may have origins beyond ourselves. In this candid conversation, Christopher shares with Ann Louise how years of unresolved trauma and deeply rooted beliefs led to his body literally shutting down—and what it took to rebuild from the inside out. They talk about generational patterns, including addiction and alcoholism, and how they can quietly shape your life un
Listen Online: About this episode: In this not-to-be-missed interview, The First Lady of Nutrition sits down with Dr. Scott Crawford, her personal practitioner and a leading upper cervical chiropractor, to uncover how a subtle misalignment in the atlas—-the top vertebra that supports the skull—-may be at the root of a wide range of symptoms. With an estimated nearly 65% of people affected by some degree of atlas misalignment, this issue is far more common than most realize. Dr. Crawford explains how it may contribute to headaches, migraines, vertigo, and even behavioral challenges such as ADHD
Listen Online: About this episode: In this engaging conversation, The First Lady of Nutrition talks with Dr. David Brownstein—one of the world’s leading authorities on iodine—to unpack a topic that’s quietly impacting millions. If you’ve ever been confused about iodine, this is the interview you can’t afford to miss. Dr. Brownstein explains why iodine is an essential nutrient the body simply cannot function without, why modern diets are no longer supplying enough, and how iodine levels today are dramatically lower than they were just a few decades ago. He breaks down the critical role iodine p
Listen Online: About this episode: In this enlightening conversation, the First Lady of Nutrition sits down with Dr. Ana Maria Mihalcea, board-certified internal medicine physician and award-winning author. Over the past several years, Dr. Mihalcea has been examining the blood of patients suffering from mysterious, unexplained symptoms including long-haul COVID, using dark-field microscopy. She says she has yet to see a truly normal blood sample since the onset of COVID. What she’s observing is raising important questions. In this discussion, she explains how dark-field microscopy differs from
Listen Online: About this episode: In this powerful episode, the First Lady of Nutrition sits down with Juliette Harch — multiple sclerosis survivor and wife of renowned hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) pioneer Dr. Paul Harch — to explore one of the most under-discussed tools in neurological recovery: oxygen under pressure. Juliette shares how her eyesight was failing, her energy collapsing, and her body quietly signaling that something was very wrong. She opens up about the possible triggers behind her diagnosis — including heavy diet soda consumption and mercury dental fillings — and how tar
Listen Online: About this episode: What begins as a conversation about MSG quickly expands into a much larger discussion. The First Lady of Nutrition welcomes back board-certified neurosurgeon Dr. Russell Blaylock to explore excitotoxins — compounds such as glutamate that overstimulate brain cells and often appear on labels under disguised names. He explains how these additives may influence addiction, neurological health, and why they are far more common in the U.S. food supply than in many European countries. The interview also covers neurodegenerative disease, the role of glutamate in cance
Listen Online: About this episode: In this thought-provoking conversation, Ann Louise Gittleman sits down with neurologist Dr. Thomas Guttuso, Jr., author of The Promise of Lithium, to explore the emerging role of carefully dosed lithium in neurodegenerative disease. Why is Parkinson’s now the fastest-growing neurological disease? Dr. Guttuso explains what’s driving the surge, how Parkinson’s differs from Parkinsonism, and why men are diagnosed more often than women. He also introduces what he calls the brain’s “Bermuda Triangle” — a vulnerable region tied to progressive neuron loss — and shar
Listen Online: About this episode: What if one of the biggest reasons we age faster, feel weaker, and lose resilience has nothing to do with hormones or calories — but with minerals? In this rare and deeply personal interview, Ann Louise Gittleman sits down with James Templeton, founder of UNI KEY Health and one of the longest-living Stage 4 melanoma survivors in the world, to reveal why minerals may be the missing link to cellular strength, energy, and longevity. James shares why, after decades of studying nutrition and formulating supplements, he became convinced that minerals are more impor
Listen Online: About this episode: In this episode, The First Lady of Nutrition sits down with Dr. David Minkoff, author of The Search for the Perfect Protein, for a deep and eye-opening conversation about why protein may be one of the most misunderstood—and underestimated—nutrients in modern health. A former vegetarian and lifelong athlete, Dr. Minkoff shares what decades of clinical experience have taught him about amino acid deficiency, protein malnourishment, and why so many people struggle with fatigue, weight gain, weak bones, and poor recovery despite “eating enough.” Together, Ann Loui
Listen Online: About this episode: The First Lady of Nutrition welcomes Tamera Campbell, a dear friend and revered acquaintance. Tamera is the founder of E3LIVE, and the conversation begins in a remote mountain lake in southern Oregon—one of the only places in the world where a rare, nutrient-dense blue-green algae can be harvested sustainably. In this episode, Tamera shares the story behind E3LIVE and explains what makes its signature ingredient, Aphanizomenon flos-aquae (AFA), so special—from its exceptional purity and rigorous testing to its unique ability to support brain function, mental
Listen Online: About this episode: The First Lady of Nutrition welcomes Dr. Jeremy Chatfield, DDS of Northwest Natural Dentistry, for a fascinating deep dive into one of the most overlooked foundations of detox and overall health: sleep. Dr. Chatfield (a/k/a The Sleep Dentist) explains why activating the brain for peak detoxification begins with high-quality sleep—and how hidden sleep-breathing disorders can quietly push the body into a constant fight-or-flight state. Together, Ann Louise and Dr. Chatfield unpack the surprising role of tongue ties (a major yet often missed cause of sleep apnea
Listen Online: About this episode: In this special episode of The First Lady of Nutrition, Ann Louise Gittleman sits down with internationally recognized integrative physician Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, a leading expert on chronic fatigue, post-viral syndromes, and Long COVID recovery. Together, they unpack the most persistent symptoms—fatigue, brain fog, poor sleep, shortness of breath, and lingering inflammation. Dr. Teitelbaum clarifies how Long COVID differs from other post-viral conditions and why, despite its complexity, it is highly treatable. Listeners will also hear about two simple at-hom
Listen Online: About this episode: In this jam-packed episode, the First Lady of Nutrition sits down with world-renowned fat expert Dr. Udo Erasmus, author of the groundbreaking classic, Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill: The Complete Guide to Fats, Oils, Cholesterol and Human Health. With more than 45 years of research under his belt, Dr. Erasmus brings clarity to one of the most confusing topics in nutrition—the truth about seed oils. Together, Ann Louise and Dr. Erasmus explore the delicate balance between Omega-3 and Omega-6 fats and reveal why it’s not the seeds themselves that cause harm—bu
Listen Online: About this episode: Meet Steve Welch, CEO and co-founder of Restore Hyper Wellness, one of the fastest-growing health franchises in America with more than 225 studios. In his book, Restore: The Life-Changing Power of Right-Away Wellness, he and co-author Jim Donnelly explore the cutting-edge treatments that are helping people of all ages reverse common health issues and live longer, healthier, pain-free lives. The First Lady of Nutrition and Steve waste no time diving into the habits and biohacking practices that are redefining modern wellness. From cryotherapy and red light the
Listen Online: About this episode: What if the key to a stronger immune system—and better cancer outcomes—starts with calming your nerves? The First Lady of Nutrition sits down with Donnie Yance, clinical master herbalist and holistic practitioner, to explore his “unitive” approach to healing that blends cutting-edge science with time-tested botanical wisdom. As founder of the Mederi Center and formulator behind Natura Health Products, Yance looks at the whole picture: the host, the labs, and the very ideology of the disease. Together, Donnie and Ann Louise tackle today’s toughest trends—aggre
Listen Online: About this episode: The First Lady of Nutrition welcomes Lauren Vaknine, and for anyone living with rheumatoid arthritis, this is a story you won’t want to miss. Diagnosed with juvenile RA just before her second birthday, Lauren was wheelchair-bound by 18 with every joint in her body locked. Most people would have lost hope—but not Lauren, and not her mother. Lauren’s mom had already defied convention years earlier, saying no to steroids and choosing homeopathy instead. That decision opened the door to a lifetime of natural healing. At 21, Lauren had her own turning point: reali
Listen Online: About this episode: The First Lady of Nutrition welcomes Zen Honeycutt, founder of Moms Across America and author of Unstoppable: Transforming Sickness and Struggle into Triumph, Empowerment and a Celebration of Community. Together, Ann Louise and Zen take a hard look at the hidden dangers in our food supply—from GMOs and glyphosates to food dyes, pesticides, and heavy metals. You’ll be shocked to learn how many toxic additives are banned in Europe yet fully allowed in the U.S., and how testing has revealed disturbing levels of glyphosate, aluminum, and lead in everything from p
