Dr. Berkson's Best Health Radio Podcast

Pomegranates are as close to a miracle food as Mother Nature gets. Pomegranates protect your heart, safeguard your estrogens, “sensitize” insulin receptors better than many diabetic drugs without nasty side effects, slow down aging, and fight cancer.   Pomegranates fight against lots of bad stuff. Anti-inflammatory Anti-oxidant Anti-bad cholesterol Anti-heart disease Anti-kidney disease Anti-cognitive disease Anti-diabetic Anti-obesity Anti-carcinogenic   Pomegranates support a lot of good actions: Pro-nitric oxide availability and levels Pro-kidney health Pro-blood vessel health Pro-heart health Pro-bone health Pro-immune supportive Pro-mitochondrial support Pro-brain protection   In this show you will learn exactly how pomegranates protect heart health: Makes APOCIII genetic glitches work better. Lowers bad cholesterol Lowers Oxidized Cholesterol Makes cholesterol less dangerous and less sticky. Boosts enzymes that keep blood fats healthier. Reduces size of plaque (atherosclerotic lesions). Lower

Dr. Zach Bush is one of the few triple board-certified physicians in the country with expertise in Internal Medicine, Endocrinology and Metabolism, and Hospice/Palliative care. Yet, besides medical science, Dr. Bush has now focused his research and spirit toward the planet and it’s link with the human gut. Dr. Bush started out designing chemotherapy drugs and now formulates nutraceuticals that can overcome ubiquitous toxins, such as his revolutionary liquid gut product: “Restore”. In this show you join in on a dynamic dialogue that inspires you to rethink not only how you eat and live, but also what it means to be a conscious and engaged human occupying this precious planet we all share. Dr. Bush’s new research and nutraceuticals link macrocosm and microcosm. Listen to learn what that means. You will understand subjects like soil degeneration and regeneration and why eating “phallus” shaped tubers and beans boosts your health as much if not more than greens. You’ll also learn exactly how and why to cook your

Cardio and respiratory fitness has enormous impact on your heart health, and far-reaching implications for a host of other diseases and illnesses. In this show, Dr. Berkson takes a look at recent studies from Harvard and shares how exercise—and high interval intensity training (HIIT)—promotes biome diversity, helps fight cancer, and more. Your gut health isn’t determined by your food choices alone. When you “push” yourself physically, your whole being is rewarded. Learn how physical fitness impacts your gut, your heart, and your mind. And discover how to exercise to gain the most benefit. 

Dr. Mark Houston will take you on a journey of your heart health that will leave you spellbound. Dr. Houston lectures for A4M, the Anti-Aging Certification Coursefor MDs. Dr. Houston has been training medical doctors in functional cardiology for over 30 years. Dr. Houston and Dr. Berkson are colleagues, lecture together, are friends, and Dr. Mark is also Dr. Lindsey’s doc! Dr. Mark Houston is a renowned “iconic functional cardiologist”, looking deeper under the “hood” of your heart than most heart or even hypertension doctors ever would. He has been in practice for 44 years bringing together the best state-of-the-art traditional western medicine with natural medicine, functional medicine and metabolic medicine. You’ll hear all these words defined. You will learn how Dr. Houston’s approach integrates the whole person‚ mind, body and spirit. You will be shocked at the in-depth manner in which he evaluates the heart, the lining of your blood vessels and even blood pressure analysis. He leaves no stone unturned. 

Dr. Gokani and Dr. Berkson met at MindShare in San Diego and have become close colleagues and friends. You will learn fascinating information within the context of live dialogue and sisterhood. Dr. Gokani believes that chronic pain, especially migraines, as well as debilitating fatigue, manifest from humans becoming out of touch with Mother Earth and normal physical body/mind rhythms. Dr. Gokani heals “pain” and “fatigue” by identifying a patient’s unique “disconnect” between their mind, body and humanity from Mother Earth. Dr. Gokani is the Founder of The Gokani Method: Master your Migraine Pain Program. In this program patients learn the “purpose” of their pain. Once you learn what your pain is trying to tell you, it is easier to let it go. Patients discover how to heal themselves through a deeper appreciation of their mind-body-spirit connection.  Dr. Gokani recommends specific foods, nutrients, herbs, imagery, meditation, and medications if needed, all explained during in-depth time with each person. Dr.

Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome is an epidemic happening to teen and college age young women. It is a bit like having parts of menopause extremely prematurely. PCOS is a systemic illness that puts the body into an insulin resistant state. It is partially often treated with birth control pills, that are often part of the “perfect storm” cause. Dr. Felice Gersh, a double board certified OBGYN and Integrative physician, is passionate about spreading the word. Too many gynecologists, endocrinologists and even integrative therapists do not understand the cause or the best natural answers. In this show YOU will learn: What is PCOS. Why PCOS is on the rise. Why we need “SOS” for PCOS. What are the causes What are effective long-term natural answers. Why the “Pill” is not a good long-term answer And more. Special! To get the special “butyrate” raved by both docs, produced by Tesserac, designed by the genius Al Czap and only available in one place, go to DrLindseyBerkson.com, click on “Products We Love”, then Click on

This exciting and factoid packed show is a true meeting of the minds and hearts of two docs that have spent their lives studying hormones every which way. You can’t help but hear loud and clear their passion for keeping women around the world safe. In this show Dr. Felice Gersh tackles mammograms and birth control pills. Dr. Gersh has a brick and mortar practice in Irvine, California. She writes, is an investigative researcher, forensic expert witness plus regularly sees patients. Dr. Gersh explains the pitfalls of mammography and the ups and downs of ultra sound. While doing the interview Dr. Gersh texted Dr. Berkson, “Are you my long lost cousin, we’re two peas in a pod. Your “voice” is so like mine on science, hormone-altering-chemicals and hormones, I was floored.”  In this show you will hear explored: Mammograms, the truth about whether they save lives or not. What is ionizing radiation and how it both saves and/or causes cancer. Should women be given “informed consent” forms before getting a mammogram?

Birth control pills are used by approximately 100 million women world wide, yet few doctors and women understand the many potential dangerous side effects and complications well described many times over the scientific literature. In this show you learn that birth control pills (BPCs): Rinse multiple numbers of critical nutrients out of the body (and the baby’s body if the baby is conceived only weeks after a woman goes off the pill and hasn’t repleted her own natural stores). You will learn exactly which nutrients, all that should be ingested for protection while on the pill. Can cause an approximate 10% decreased “blunting” of emotions and recognition of facial cues. So much so that scientists suggest that women, when given scripts for the pill, should be warned that use of BCPs might contribute to intimacy/relationship problems. Are linked to a higher incidence of mood disorders like depression and anxiety. Are linked to promoting obesity. Profoundly increase the risk of inflammatory bowel disease and lea

We all love sweets but which sweets love us? Sugar is bad for us. Yet artificial sweeteners might be worse, especially for your microbiome integrity. Dr. Berkson interviews the President of Swerve Sweetener, Andress Blackwell. Andress used to be a radio host, so she is very savvy and dynamic on air.  You will learn multiple factoids, recipes and healthy chats to enlighten your meal capabilities and sweeten your food in healthy ways that don’t up your risk of metabolic disorder and obesity. With headlines like this, you need to hear this show.  The Association Between Artificial Sweeteners and Obesity. Curr Gastroenterol Rep.2017 Nov 21;19(12):64. doi: 10.1007/s11894-017-0602-9. Artificial sweeteners induce glucose intolerance by altering the gut microbiota. 2014 Oct 9;514(7521):181-6. doi: 10.1038/nature13793. Epub 2014 Sep 17 Non-caloric artificial sweeteners and the microbiome: findings and challenges. Gut Microbes.2015;6(2):149-55. doi: 10.1080/19490976.2015.1017700. Epub 2015 Apr 1. For more information

David Brownstein, M.D. is a board-certified family physician that combines conventional with alternative therapies.  He is the Medical Director for the Center for Holistic Medicine in West Bloomfield, MI.  Dr. Brownstein has lectured internationally to physicians and the public about his success in using natural hormones and nutritional therapies in his practice. He and Dr. Berkson are graduates of the University of Michigan. In this show you’ll learn: Why regular medicine isn’t enough and how and why Dr. Brownstein changed his practice. Why salt is good and which ones are best. Where iodine “lives” in the body and how it protects against cancer and other diseases. The best thyroid blood tests. How Dr. Brownstein tests and addresses issues to find natural solutions for his patients. And more! www.drbrownstein.com  www.centerforholisticmedicine.com

Dr. Shallenberger is known as the "Godfather" of Ozone. Dr. Shallenberger's certification Course on Ozone Therapy is the oldest and most comprehensive Ozone Therapy course in the Western world. Shallenberger has been giving this course every year since 1991 and has trained thousands of practitioners from all over the world.   In this show you will learn: What is ozone? What are the different ways it is safely delivered into the body? How ozone effects or reboots mitochondria. The different health issues that are treated with ozone. The use of ozone for pain. Dr. Berkson’s healing eye journey using ozone. This is based on Dr. Menendez’s work. In several studies, Dr. Menendez and her colleagues were able to show a consistent improvement in patients with macular degeneration and visual field loss, using ozone therapy alone. Ozone therapy – all by itself (no drugs, supplements, or foods) – consistently enhanced both visual acuity and visual field.

In this show Dr. Berkson reviews the science and safety of testosterone therapy in some breast cancer survivors. Dr. Berkson walks you through the studies. You hear how and why testosterone (T) might be a safe answer for some breast cancer patients to improve quality of life and reduce rate of recurrence.  In this show you’ll learn: How maleness protects femaleness (how T protects breast tissue). The differences between estrogen receptor alpha and beta. All about 3β-Adiol. In both genders. How T protects prostate tissue. The shadow side and controversy of T. Aromatase enzymes. The Estrogen Quotient. The Testosterone Metabolic Profile. The ratios of metabolites of female hormones (estrogens) to male hormones (androgens) and how to test for these, and where to get the kits. Finally, you learn specific natural answers to improve these ratios and decrease risk of hormonally driven cancers.   Want testing kits? Go to DrLindseyBerkson.com Click on Products We Love And Click on Hormone Test Kits, you pay there and

People want to be happy. Why? Science is showing that happy people live longer and have better health.  But getting your “happy on” leans on your physical, emotional and cognitive habits.  In this show Dr. Berkson discusses: How to cultivate happy. Why peace is more sustainable and desirable than happy. Dr. Berkson’s explores the science showing that happiness and optimism effect health issues like breast cancer and high blood pressure. Did you know there is World Happiness Report 2017, sponsored by the NIH? It names Norway the world’s happiest country while the US is way down the list. We discuss why. In this show you’ll learn what do to become more peaceful and congruent inside your body suit.   Positive emotions have such a powerful effect on your cells, there is a branch of psychology now called “Positive Psychology”.  But having bad things happen to good people is part of life. Dr. Berkson discusses how to avoid the “new age guilt” of “the law of attraction” on rhoids. We explore the true Vitamin D = d

In the introduction, you will learn one of the new uses for oxytocin as well as a huge meta-analysis review study demonstrating that the most commonly used drugs for Alzheimer’s disease not only don’t work, but make dementia worse. The major part of this show discusses the science on how “maleness” protects “femaleness” — how Mother Nature designed breasts to be protected by male sex steroid hormone signals. Dr. Berkson dives into the peer review literature from 2010 to the present. We explore the use of testosterone therapy immediately “after” breast cancer treatment has ended, and one case study in which testosterone and aromatase inhibitor pellets were placed next to the tumor during chemo. Much of this research comes from prestigious multi-centers across the globe from Greece to the NIH. The science is suggesting that breast cancer patients on aromatase inhibitors and testosterone, have less recurrence of cancer. And the aromatase therapy works better in tandem than by itself. This means testosterone help

A fan wrote Dr. Berkson a note stating that certain health gurus on the Internet were warning against flaxseeds, especially for high-risk women. Could we do a show on flaxseeds?  This show is the answer. Dr. Berkson tackles the science and safety of flaxseeds head on, and gives you a complete picture of the question: To flax or not to flax?” And you also learn what flaxseeds offer for those of us carrying a little extra weight.

Shiroko Sokitch MD is a medical physician who blends Chinese and Western techniques with a deeply spiritual and emotional bent to help complex medical patients finally get well. Especially if they have been struggling for a very long time. While Dr. Sokitch worked as an emergency room doc, she went to acupuncture college. She realized that allopathic medicine was just one path, and needed to be combined with more tools to help complicated people finally achieve brilliant wellness. Dr. S’s new book – Healing When It Seems Impossible – 7 Keys to Defy the Odds, puts all that she has learned into one place for you. In this interview with Dr. Berkson, you’ll learn all the basic points, from Dr. S’s balanced expertise, to her approach to healing in a new and complete way. Go here for free gifts and to purchase the book- http://hearttoheartmedicalcenter.com/book/ Go here to make and appt. with Heart to Heart Medical Center: drshiroko@hthmc.com  

Why do we get ill? What molecules lurk beneath the surface that act as the “molecules of mass destruction" that put your tissues at risk? If we could identify these molecules, and, if elevated, bring them down to optimal levels, would we reverse disease, pain and even resistant obesity? This show takes an in-depth look at two main molecules that help initiate and propel diseases such as heart, kidney, diabetes, obesity and even cognitive decline. Research on these molecules comes from respected academic institutions and has been replicated and published in peer review literature. These molecules are the new terrain of “root cause” medicine, whereby we understand why you are getting ill and how to stop it. You will learn all about galectin-3. This is a super sticky lectin, like gluten on rhoids. You will also learn about TMAO. This molecule even helps you decide whether a Ketogenic diet is healthy for your body, or not. If these molecules are elevated, even if your yearly blood work looks normal, you feel tire

Vertigo is life changing. It makes you out of sync with your world. Your balance is off. You get nauseated. Sometimes you get brain fog and can’t think. It’s scary, like an existential crisis. Sometimes even your taste buds change. What are the best action steps to take when you have a severe acute attack of nausea, dizziness which is sometimes accompanied by sudden hearing loss in one ear? This show takes you through personal experiences, debunks the myths, and gives action steps, interventional herbs, and more.

In contemporary life, there are a growing number of assaults on restorative sleep. But insomnia can be very difficult to fix. Sleeping pills are linked to dying earlier from diverse causes and many natural solutions lose their effectiveness over time. Thus, it’s critical to have a large tool bag of natural answers. Plus, nothing works for everyone. And sometimes, sleep issues aren’t the issue, but rather a flashing red light suggesting a hidden underlying disease. Sleep is complex. In this show you will get unconfused. You’ll learn about a large number of natural aids, lifestyle tips, as well as safe drug alternatives. Some points shared: · The unappreciated enemies of sleep. · The dangers of sleeping pills. · How excessive coffee consumption can shrink the gland that makes melatonin. · What growth hormone has to do with sleep. · What herbs are best for sleep. Which one is safe for pregnancy. · What melatonin does to cancer as you sleep, in what doses, and if it’s safe for women on aromatase inhibitors. ·

Dr. Ann is a best-selling author that has yet another best-selling book. It's her 35th book, called Radical Metabolism: A Powerful New Plan to Blast Fat and Reignite Your Energy in Just 21 Days Hardcover. You will hear about the “good” omega 6 fatty acids, what the gallbladder has to do with your thyroid, why bitters are better, what is omega-7 fatty acid and why should you care, and a new 21-day program to get difficult losers shedding pounds fast and safely. Don’t miss learning cutting-edge nutritional, weight loss and detox info. Learn what bile has to do with fat soluble vitamins and weight loss. Learn how to sip your cup of Joe each morning to start losing weight the minute you wake up. If you go to www.radicalmetabolism.com, there are free gifts and coupons, downloads and info about how to purchase this new best selling book.