Wiser than Before

Josh Dodds

Wiser than Before is your fast track to better health. Hear from experts and learn the tools, habits, and mindsets that will get you feeling great and full of energy, so you can be the best version of yourself for your family, your career, and your dreams. No matter your health situation, Wiser than Before can help you improve it. Join our community of health-focused people who want their health to work for them, not against them. And of course, you'll leave each episode a little wiser than before!

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Low Thyroid: Natural Solutions When Meds Don’t Fix Weight Gain or Fatigue w/ Rachael Webster

Wiser than Before

10/16/24 • 53 min

“Our thyroid is one of the most sensitive organs, but it's one of the most important because it controls our metabolism and so much of how we feel.” - Rachael Webster

You’ll discover...

Why thyroid meds don’t always fix weight gain or fatigue
What “reverse T3” is and why it’s slowing your metabolism
Why eating enough carbs could be key to healing your thyroid
How gluten and dairy might be keeping your thyroid antibodies high
Why “normal” blood results can be far from optimal
The thyroid test doctors often overlook
Early signs of low thyroid
The key difference between hypothyroid and Hashimoto’s
How gluten can trigger your immune system to attack your thyroid
What to know before going keto long-term

Listen now and stay wise!

EPISODES YOU MAY ENJOY:

Connect with Rachael:

Instagram: @rach_hashimotoswellness

Connect with your host Josh Dodds:

Website: www.thecalnut.com

Instagram: @josh__dodds

This podcast is proudly produced in partnership with www.podlad.com

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Get Flexible Faster, More Sunlight and Less Stretching w/ Andreas Christou

Wiser than Before

10/28/24 • 19 min

“Mobility and range of motion is granted by the nervous system. All the mobility and strength you will ever want is already in you.

When you're exposed to sunlight and grounded, your body can transfer energy at the speed of light through your fascia system.” - Andreas Christou

You’ll discover...

Why the nervous system grants your flexibility, not your muscles
How sunlight can loosen tight muscles without stretching
Why scrolling your phone can make you physically stiff
How tight fascia drains your energy
How your fascia can speed up healing and improve movement
Why strength training is better than stretching for real flexibility
How grounding with bare feet improves muscle flexibility and mobility
How energy moves through your body at the speed of light
How natural light boosts circulation and flexibility

Listen now and stay wise!

Disclaimer: The natural health approaches discussed in this episode are for educational purposes only. Consult your health care provider or an appropriate qualified professional before undertaking any wellness or fitness activities.

EPISODES YOU MAY ENJOY:

Connect with Andreas:

Instagram: @andreas_david_christou

Website: www.mobility-fitness.com

YouTube: @movementspecialistandreas

Twitter/X: @movementandreas

Connect with your host Josh Dodds:

Website: www.thecalnut.com

Instagram: @josh__dodds

This podcast is proudly produced in partnership with www.podlad.com

Fatigue from Long Covid, CFS, and more: What to Do When Your Doctors Don’t Have Answers w/ Miguel Bautista

Wiser than Before

08/28/24 • 63 min

Why your tests come back negative or your treatments aren’t working. The real reason behind your fatigue and chronic symptoms, and the simplest way to recover from them.

“Your success in recovery is determined by how well you respond to symptoms. Recovery is possible, and there is a way out.” - Miguel Bautista

You’ll discover...

Why you need to do less, not more, to get better
Limiting your health activities to only what moves the needle
How type A personality leads to chronic health conditions
Why rigid, rule-based programs don’t work for many
The simplest form of brain retraining
Responding differently to your symptoms for faster recovery
Using the stress threshold concept to avoid crashes
Managing flare-ups skillfully to minimize pain and setbacks
How emotional triggers affect your recovery
Recognizing early warning signs and when to slow down
The downsides of googling and researching every symptom you have
Measuring progress through a nervous system health assessment
How to expand your activities and get back to a normal life
Reasons for hope: many have recovered and you can too

Listen now and stay wise!

EPISODES YOU MAY ENJOY:

Connect with Miguel:

Instagram: @cfsrecovery

Website: www.cfsrecovery.com

YouTube: @cfsrecovery

Is Your Brain Causing Your Unpredictable Symptoms? w/ Dan Buglio

Wiser than Before

09/23/24 • 18 min

“The anticipation of stress and the fear of perceived danger creates these waves of symptoms.” - Dan Buglio

You’ll discover...

The 4 questions that reveal if your symptoms are brain-based or physical
How to tell if your brain is making your symptoms worse
The surprising symptoms that can improve by retraining your brain
How your brain creates pain, fatigue, and other symptoms
The brain’s hidden role in chronic fatigue, Long Covid, and mold illness
How safety signaling the brain can eliminate physical symptoms
What it means when your symptom randomly disappears and comes back
The key signs your symptoms are brain-based, not physical
How fear could be driving your pain and fatigue
Your brain’s role in inconsistent symptoms
Why pain levels change based on the time of day

Listen now and stay wise!

EPISODES YOU MAY ENJOY:

Connect with Dan:

YouTube: www.dansyoutube.com

Group Program: www.painfreeyougroup.com

Fast Start: www.dansfaststart.com

Assessments: www.isthispdp.com

Success Stories: www.painfreeyousuccess.com

Connect with your host Josh Dodds:

Website: www.thecalnut.com

Instagram: @josh__dodds

This podcast is proudly produced in partnership with www.podlad.com

How Histamine Affects Every System in Your Body w/ Tamy Anderson

Wiser than Before

10/23/24 • 68 min

“Stop using phrases like 'my headaches,' 'my asthma,' 'my histamine intolerance.' When you attach a label, it becomes part of your identity.” - Tamy Anderson

You’ll discover...

How histamine can trigger symptoms in every system in the body
Why supplements fail when it comes to histamine
Why a low histamine diet won’t solve all your problems
How to test for histamine intolerance
Why testing isn’t always the first step
Why mold must be considered if you have histamine issues
How oxalates and mold exposure can worsen histamine intolerance
The enzyme that breaks down histamine and why it stops working
Why mindset is crucial for overcoming histamine intolerance
Why celery juice and leafy greens might be doing more harm than good
Why getting rid of fragrance is often a quick health win
Why common gut issues are linked to histamine overload
Simple changes you can make to calm your nervous system
The power of gratitude in healing

Listen now and stay wise!

EPISODES YOU MAY ENJOY:

Connect with Tamy:

Instagram: @tamyanderson_fdn

Website: https://tamyanderson.com/

YouTube: @tamyanderson8340

Connect with your host Josh Dodds:

Website: www.thecalnut.com

Instagram: @josh__dodds

This podcast is proudly produced in partnership with www.podlad.com

Melt Fat with the Sun and Balance Your Hormones with Circadian Principles w/ Andreas Christou

Wiser than Before

10/30/24 • 64 min

“When our biological clock is working as it should in alignment with nature, the right hormones are released at the right time of the day, fat is burned more easily, and we sleep better.

If you're sitting indoors all day in a temperature-controlled environment, your metabolic rate is basically tanked.” - Andreas Christou

You’ll discover...

How to leverage your circadian rhythm for easy fat loss
Why fat loss happens more efficiently while you sleep
Why circadian rhythm is better than injections for boosting hormones
Why artificial blue light at night stops your body’s repair hormones
How cold temperatures improve your sleep
The key to energy is understanding your body is like a battery
How to supercharge your battery with sunlight and grounding
Why getting sunlight at the right times boosts fat loss
Choosing the best foods by syncing with your body's natural rhythms

Listen now and stay wise!

EPISODES YOU MAY ENJOY:

Connect with Andreas:

Instagram: @andreas_david_christou

Website: www.mobility-fitness.com

YouTube: @movementspecialistandreas

Twitter/X: @movementandreas

Connect with your host Josh Dodds:

Website: www.thecalnut.com

Instagram: @josh__dodds

This podcast is proudly produced in partnership with www.podlad.com

How Your Brain Could Be Keeping You Sick and What to Do About It w/ Dan Buglio

Wiser than Before

09/25/24 • 55 min

“How much time would you spend in the garage rebuilding the engine on your brand new car that's working perfectly? You wouldn't. So why are we spending 18 hours a day trying to fix our chronic symptoms?” - Dan Buglio

You’ll discover...

Why fear and attention are fuel for pain, fatigue, and other symptoms
How to stop your mind from creating physical pain
The shock of realizing a painful symptom came from the brain not the body
How the brain creates symptoms out of fear and stress
Why the brain creates symptoms when it senses danger
How to train your brain to feel more safe
How to determine if symptoms are coming from the brain
How the brain can amplify physical symptoms
What medical tests often get wrong
Why to never let a test determine how you feel
Why perfectionism hurts your healing
Why your MRI may not actually show the real problem
Why normal aging is not painful

Listen now and stay wise!

EPISODES YOU MAY ENJOY:

Connect with Dan:

YouTube: www.dansyoutube.com

Group Program: www.painfreeyougroup.com

Fast Start: www.dansfaststart.com

Assessments: www.isthispdp.com

Success Stories: www.painfreeyousuccess.com

Connect with your host Josh Dodds:

Website: www.thecalnut.com

Instagram: @josh__dodds

This podcast is proudly produced in partnership with www.podlad.com

The Breathing Diabetic: The 2 Breathing Techniques That Transform Health w/ Nick Heath

Wiser than Before

08/14/24 • 66 min

The simplest tools can be the most powerful. Learn how breath can lift your energy, boost your mood, and improve your sleep.

“It changed my life. I woke up like, who is this human? I had so much energy. I was reading papers left and right and so excited to connect ideas. I just felt a surge.” - Nick Heath

You’ll discover...

The 5 min breathing practice to boost your energy and mood
Deeper more restful sleep with mouth taping
How to regulate your nervous system with slow breathing
Creating more red blood cells with your breath
How slow breathing can improve blood sugar levels
The harmful effects of mouth breathing
How to reduce snoring and sleep apnea
Using long exhales for relaxation
Why over-breathing reduces your oxygen absorption
How Wim Hof breathing can boost your immune system
Using the Bohr effect to oxygenate your tissues and organs
Why too much oxygen can be a bad thing
Why more carbon dioxide in your bloodstream can be a good thing
Balancing your nervous system with a long exhale

Listen now and stay wise!

EPISODES YOU MAY ENJOY:

Connect with Nick:

Instagram: @thebreathingdiabetic

Website: www.thebreathingdiabetic.com

Website: www.breathlearning.com

Connect with your host Josh Dodds:

Website: www.thecalnut.com

Instagram: @josh__dodds

This podcast is proudly produced in partnership with www.podlad.com

The Fertility Lab Tests Your Doctor Won’t Run but Should w/ Dr. Kela Smith

Wiser than Before

08/07/24 • 49 min

The doctor who went from unexplained infertility to conceiving naturally at age 40. These are the lab tests you may not have been offered, but are very helpful if you want to conceive.

“You hear your whole life, you have sex, you get pregnant. That's the way that it works. But for us, it wasn't that easy.” - Dr. Kela Smith

You’ll discover...

The #1 functional lab test for fertility
When to do a DNA analysis for fertility
The test that reveals your complete hormone profile
How to make your existing eggs stronger and healthier
Common toxins that block fertility
The drawbacks of blood labs for fertility
The increasing complexity of fertility cases the past 5 years
How to find gut issues that are compromising your ability to get pregnant
Natural ways to get pregnant, stay pregnant, and bring home a healthy baby
The genetic test for the top 46 fertility genes
The two hormones that are most likely to be off if you’re having fertility issues
The deficiency that can cause a low birth weight baby
The test that can show you why you aren’t getting the nutrients despite a perfect diet
Why it’s not a good idea to overly restrict your food
The test that shows mineral depletion
How to find out if you have estrogen dominance
Natural fertility methods that your Western doctor won’t offer you

Listen now and stay wise!

EPISODES YOU MAY ENJOY:

Connect with Dr. Kela Smith:

Instagram: @kela_healthcoach

Website: www.hormonepuzzlesociety.com

Facebook: @kelahealthcoach

Podcast: The Hormone Puzzle Podcast

How the ‘Endless Summer’ of Modern Living Wrecks Your Hormones, and How You Can Reverse It w/ Jack Schroder

Wiser than Before

11/13/24 • 62 min

“There are thousands of diet books, but once you understand that your diet is just attuned to Mother Nature and what's seasonally and locally available, then you never have to buy or listen to that dogmatic diet stuff ever again.” - Jack Schroder

You’ll discover...

How Jack turned low testosterone into optimal levels without doctors
2 simple steps you can start today to transform your health
How light exposure dramatically impacts your hormones and energy levels
How modern living has created an ‘endless summer’ that is not sustainable
Why eating seasonally makes you immune to dogmatic diet advice
The unexpected impact of blue light on your sex hormones
Why conventional medicine might be failing you and what to do about it

Listen now and stay wise!

EPISODES YOU MAY ENJOY:

Melt Fat with the Sun and Balance Your Hormones with Circadian Principles w/ Andreas Christou (Apple, Spotify)
Diet Alone Is Not Enough (Apple, Spotify)
Why Your Symptoms Might Have 20 to 30 Root Causes w/ Dr. Bruce Hoffman (Apple, Spotify)

Connect with Jack:

Instagram: @jackschroder_

Website: www.jackschroder.com

X: @jack_schroder_

Connect with your host Josh Dodds:

Website: www.thecalnut.com

Instagram: @josh__dodds

This podcast is proudly produced in partnership with www.podlad.com

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