Sponsored By: → BiOptimizers | For an exclusive offer go to bioptimizers.com/drg and use code DRG to get 15% OFF. → KION | For an exclusive offer go to GETKION.COM/DRG and get a 20% discount. Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Episode Description: Exhausted no matter how much you sleep? Struggling with brain fog, stubborn weight, thinning hair, or mood swings; only to hear your doctor say, “Everything looks normal”? You’re not alone. Millions of people are being dismissed because the medical system is wired to miss what’s really happening. Lab ranges are too broad. Subtle red flags get ignored. And for women especially, symptoms are too often brushed off as stress, hormones, or aging. This week on Heal Thy Self, Dr. G sits down with McCall McPherson, nationally recognized clinician and founder of Modern Thyroid Clinic, to expose the hidden epidemic of undiagnosed thyroid dysfunction. You’ll learn why standard medicine misses it, the early signs you need to catch (like thinning eyebrows, high cholesterol, and even feeling cold all the time), and how Hashimoto’s remission is possible when you address the root causes. We also dive into why “get off your meds” promises are false hope, how trendy hacks like cold plunges can backfire, and the overlooked emotional side of thyroid health: from repression to losing your voice. In this episode you’ll discover: • Why thyroid dysfunction often goes undiagnosed for years • The flaws in “normal” lab ranges that keep patients suffering • Overlooked symptoms that point to hidden thyroid issues • Why women are disproportionately dismissed and gaslit by medicine • How Hashimoto’s remission is possible with the right approach • The danger of chasing “get off meds” promises • When popular wellness trends, like cold plunges, can make things worse • The emotional link between thyroid health, repression, and using your voice If you’ve ever felt unheard or stuck with symptoms no one can explain, this conversation will finally connect the dots, and give you a new path forward. 🎧 Listen now to uncover what your doctor might be missing. 0:00 - Introduction 2:07 - Rapid Fire 8:32 - The 2018 Study That Broke Thyroid Care 14:18 - The Essential Thyroid Panel Your Doctor Should Order 25:14 - The One Symptom That Screams Thyroid Problem 28:16 - Hidden Drivers 34:17 - Foods That Trigger Thyroid Inflammation 40:05 - The Thyroid-Fertility Crisis No One Talks About 44:48 - What It Really Feels Like When Your Thyroid Comes Back Online 49:40 - Best Bang-for-Buck Thyroid Interventions

Sponsored By: → Tonum | For an exclusive offer go to tonum.com and use promo code HEALTHYSELF for 10% OFF! → Cornbread Hemp | For an exclusive offer go to cornbreadhemp.com/drg and use promo code DRG for 30% OFF your first order! → KION | For an exclusive offer go to GETKION.COM/DRG and get a 20% discount. Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Episode Description: What if the fear you thought you “got over” never actually left—what if it’s still trapped in your body, recycling itself as anxiety, chronic pain, or that emptiness you can’t explain? That’s the truth most healing methods miss. Your body isn’t broken. It’s communicating. And until you learn its hidden language, nothing really changes. Enter Shaman Durek—sixth-generation shaman, bestselling author, and one of the most electric spiritual teachers of our time. He reveals how “recycled fear” hijacks your energy, how your words can literally rewire your cells, and how a shift in attention opens the door to clarity, calm, and true vitality. This isn’t about grinding harder. It’s about finally hearing what your soul has been saying all along. In this episode, you’ll discover: ✓ How to break the cycle of recycled fear before it takes root in your body ✓ Why your words reshape your cells—and how to choose ones that heal ✓ A 60-second “attention reset” that instantly calms the nervous system ✓ The myth of multitasking—and how monotasking makes you more productive and peaceful ✓ A compassionate way to free yourself from phone addiction without going off-grid ✓ How self-talk shapes your focus, your mood, and even your biology ✓ A micro-ritual to find stillness in the middle of overwhelm ✓ Why endless hacks backfire—and what true consistency unlocks instead ✓ How presence amplifies creativity, relationships, and sleep If you’ve tried everything and still feel stuck, this conversation is your reset button. Listen now and reclaim the energy that fear has been stealing from you. 0:00 - Introduction 2:30 - Spirituality = Evolution: Beyond New Age Concepts 6:01 - How to Know You're Spiritually Evolving 10:44 - The Matrix Trap: Breaking Free from Societal Programming 15:14 - Cancer & Disease: The Shamanic Perspective on Illness 23:56 - Empathic Energy: How World Suffering Affects Your Health 30:08 - Fear as Medicine vs. Recycled Fear That Destroys 34:14 - The Power of Attention: Where You Focus Creates Reality 40:15 - How Your Body Naturally Removes Fear & Trauma 45:40 - Mental Health: Why Words Create Your Physical Reality 49:37 - Dark Entities & Spiritual Gifts: Reconnecting to Your Abilities 1:02:07 - Death & the Afterlife: No Eternal Damnation 1:14:15 - Blessing vs. Worrying: How to Actually Help Others 1:21:15 - Book Recommendation & Final Wisdom

Sponsored By: → Cornbread Hemp | For an exclusive offer go to cornbreadhemp.com/drg and use promo code DRG for 30% OFF your first order! → JASPR | For an exclusive offer go to jaspr.co/DRG and get $200 OFF for a limited time. → BiOptimizers | For an exclusive offer go to bioptimizers.com/drg and use code DRG to get 15% OFF. Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Episode Description: Expensive skincare not working? Your breakouts keep coming back? You’re treating the wrong thing. Dr. Keira Barr is a board-certified dermatologist and pioneer in psychodermatology who diagnosed her own melanoma — and discovered that the real culprit behind most skin struggles isn’t bacteria, hormones, or even genetics. It’s your nervous system, stuck in stress mode. Inside this episode, you’ll discover: • The stress–skin pipeline: Why cortisol breaks down collagen faster than age. • Acne + anxiety: 75% of acne sufferers also struggle with stress — and why flare-ups mirror your emotions. • Eczema, psoriasis & hives decoded: The specific emotions tied to each, from grief to suppressed anger. • Skin as armor: How trauma imprints on your skin, even decades later. • The 2-minute ritual: A self-touch practice that activates oxytocin and calms your skin from the inside out. • Generational echoes: Why mom’s stress during pregnancy predisposes babies to eczema. • The vacation effect: Why your skin clears when you leave your stress behind — not because of creams. • The shame loop: How picking and prodding are coping strategies, not bad habits. • Beauty, redefined: “Why would I be anti anything about myself? Beauty is acceptance of who we are in our skin.” This isn't about adding more steps to your routine. It's about understanding that your skin is your nervous system's billboard. Dr. Barr shows you how to address the root cause of inflammation from the inside out. Stop fighting your skin and start listening to it. Your clearest complexion is waiting on the other side of nervous system regulation. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:34 - Why Product Cycling Doesn't Work if Your Nervous System is Dysregulated 3:36 - Cortisol: The Number One Collagen Destroyer 4:13 - 75% of Acne Sufferers Struggle With Anxiety 5:49 - Dr. Kira Bar's Personal Journey: From Skin Shame to Psychodermatology 11:09 - How Your Nervous System Creates a Highway to Your Skin 15:00 - The Emotional Language of Skin Conditions 21:08 - Eczema in Children: The Family Nervous System Connection 24:55 - Skin Picking as a Coping Strategy, Not a Bad Habit 29:16 - The Body's Armor: Trauma and Autoimmune Skin Conditions 30:36 - How Chronic Stress Destroys Collagen and Accelerates Aging 38:39 - The Healing Power of Intentional Touch for Skin Care 44:25 - Redefining Beauty: Acceptance Over Anti-Aging 47:01 - Your Skin Isn't Misbehaving - It's Messaging 52:47 - From Flare to Flow: Practical Steps for Skin Healing

Sponsored By: → Birch | For an exclusive offer go to birchliving.com/healthyself and get 25% OFF sitewide. → BiOptimizers | For an exclusive offer go to bioptimizers.com/drg and use code DRG to get 15% OFF. → Cornbread Hemp | For an exclusive offer go to cornbreadhemp.com/drg and use promo code DRG for 30% OFF your first order! → KION | For an exclusive offer go to GETKION.COM/DRG and get a 20% discount. Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Episode Description: Is your phone the first face you see each morning? Do notifications interrupt meals, meetings—even your thoughts? Tired with no hard work to blame? Your attention didn’t disappear—it was taken. Dr. Zelana Montminy holds a doctorate in clinical psychology, trained in nutrition at Cornell, wrote 21 Days to Resilience, and advises Fortune 500 companies. She exposes how modern life trains your brain for distraction, and shows you how to take your focus back without more apps, hacks, or guilt. Here’s what you’ll discover inside this episode: The truth about “phone addiction”: Why you’re not addicted to the device—you’re addicted to escaping discomfort, and how to break that loop. The 23-minute switch cost: What task-switching really does to your brain and nervous system—and simple monotasking resets that restore clarity. From fight/flight to calm: How pings, tabs, and notifications keep you dysregulated—and practical ways to downshift your physiology fast. Boredom as a superpower: Why doing nothing can be more powerful than meditation for rebuilding attention—and how to practice it daily. Morning priming, fixed: The single habit that hijacks your focus before your feet hit the floor—and a three-minute alternative that protects your day. Rewriting your reward loops: Dopamine, novelty, and cravings—how to design “friction” and set a realistic dopamine budget that sticks. Environment by default: Notification triage, home-screen layout, and workspace cues that make focus automatic (and distraction annoying). Attention training that works: Short, science-backed micro-exercises to lengthen your focus span and reduce the urge to check. Boundaries that hold: Simple scripts to protect dinner, date night, and deep work—without becoming “that person” glued to their phone. Real-world playbooks: The habits Dr. Montminy teaches in companies and schools to restore mental bandwidth—adapted for your life. This isn’t more willpower. It’s behavioral science meeting practical, humane habits. Walk away with a clear plan to reclaim your focus, calm your nervous system, and feel genuinely rested again. Don’t miss this conversation. Join the rebellion against digital distraction and start getting your attention back today. 0:00 - Introduction 2:17 - Rapid Fire Questions 4:29 - The Hidden Truth: We're Addicted to Escaping Being Human 12:10 - Digital Addiction is Actually Escapism Addiction 15:06 - The 23-Minute Rule: Why Task Switching is Exhausting Your Brain 23:49 - The Lost Art of Boredom: Why It's More Powerful Than Meditation 29:26 - Morning Phone Habit 35:36 - Parenting in the Digital Age 49:22 - Practical Strategies: Reclaiming Your Attention Without Apps or Hacks 54:02 - The Power of Micro-Boredom 1:00:00 - Modeling Focus for Kids: What You Do Matters More Than What You Say 1:05:02 - Hope for Phone Addicts

Sponsored By: → Puori | For an exclusive offer go to puori.com/drg and use code DRG for 20% OFF the already discounted subscription prices. → Cornbread Hemp | For an exclusive offer go to cornbreadhemp.com/drg and use promo code DRG for 30% OFF your first order! → JASPR | For an exclusive offer go to jaspr.co/DRG and get $200 OFF for a limited time. Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Episode Description: Why are you still tired, stressed, and inflamed — even when you eat clean and take all the right supplements? The answer: there’s an invisible energy powering every heartbeat, every breath, and every thought. Modern life scrambles this energy. And until you fix it, no diet, no pill, and no protocol will fully work. On today’s episode of Heal Thy Self, Dr. Catherine Clinton, ND, reveals how the new science of quantum biology explains what’s really running your health — and how you can tap into it. Here’s what you’ll discover inside this episode: • Quantum biology basics: Why your cells work together like a perfectly tuned orchestra — moving energy with amazing efficiency. • Your mind as medicine: How thoughts create measurable fields that can shift your body’s health in real time. • The EMF crisis: Why man-made signals disrupt your cells — and simple steps like grounding and light exposure that restore balance. • Water as your body’s battery: The science of structured water inside your cells and how it powers healing. • Fascia as your wiring system: How freeing blocked fascia unlocks energy and even stored trauma. • Daily rhythm resets: The morning light and evening darkness rituals that restore hormones, mood, and sleep. • Sound healing made simple: How humming boosts nitric oxide, serotonin, and oxytocin while reducing inflammation. • Grounding in minutes: Why standing barefoot on the earth instantly calms your nervous system. • Heart–brain coherence: How your emotions create fields that affect not only you, but everyone around you. This isn’t theory. This is peer-reviewed science meeting practical wisdom. And it gives you simple, powerful tools to recharge your energy, calm your nervous system, and unlock your body’s natural healing. Don’t miss this conversation — it could change the way you see your health forever. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 2:36 - What is Quantum Biology? Beyond New Age Hype 10:29 - Why Current Medical Models Fall Short 16:20 - How Quantum Fields Affect Physical Health 29:13 - Morning Light Routine: Setting Your Quantum Biology 34:01 - The Power of Conscious Intention on DNA 43:00 - How Your Emotions Create Ripple Effects 50:28 - Where Emotions Get Stuck in Your Body 57:07 - Practical EMF Protection and Grounding Techniques 1:01:22 - 5-Minute Morning Routine for Quantum Health 1:05:11 - Water: The Bridge for All Frequency Information

Sponsored By: → Cornbread Hemp | For an exclusive offer go to cornbreadhemp.com/drg and use promo code DRG for 30% OFF your first order! Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Cancer has been growing in your body for 8-10 years before you feel anything. While conventional doctors wait for symptoms—lumps, pain, bleeding—you're losing nearly a decade of prevention time. Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy, who runs one of America's largest integrative cancer centers, reveals the shocking truth: less than 1% of cancers are actually genetic. The rest are completely preventable, but medical school teaches disease management, not prevention protocols. She's developed blood tests that catch cancer before it becomes cancer, discovered why your emotions literally create disease in your body, and uses protocols to reverse what conventional medicine calls "incurable." Cancer rates are exploding in young people—this isn't wellness talk, it's life-or-death information that could save you or someone you love. In this episode, you'll learn: • Cancer's hidden 8-10 year timeline: from first abnormal cell to detectable tumor—why early intervention during this window can prevent cancer entirely, not just treat it after diagnosis • The real cancer causes: less than 1% genetic, 99% environmental factors including chronic stress, toxin exposure, and unresolved emotional trauma that keeps you in survival mode • Liquid biopsy breakthroughs: blood tests detecting circulating tumor cells years before imaging shows anything—90% accuracy in identifying cancer development before symptoms appear • Why conventional treatment fails: surgery, chemo, and radiation treat symptoms but ignore the toxic terrain that allowed cancer to develop in the first place • The emotional cancer connection: how chronic unresolved stress suppresses immune function and creates the acidic environment cancer thrives in—plus the device that identifies emotional conflicts in minutes • Advanced prevention protocols: comprehensive blood work detecting hormonal imbalances, heavy metals, and inflammatory markers that predict cancer risk years in advance • Low-dose chemotherapy revolution: using 10% conventional doses with insulin targeting and immediate detox support to maximize effectiveness while minimizing damage • The fungal theory of cancer: why medications like fenbendazole and ivermectin show anti-cancer properties and how to use them safely with proper liver protection • Personalized nutrition strategies: why there's no one-size-fits-all cancer diet and how to determine whether keto, plant-based, or other approaches work for your specific situation • Energy medicine integration: how frequency therapy, red light treatment, and cellular voltage optimization support healing at the deepest level alongside conventional treatments Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 2:31 - How Early Can Cancer Be Detected? 7:25 - The Biggest Truth About Cancer: 100% Preventable, Not Genetic 12:01 - Hormones & The Great Poisoning: Environmental Toxins Impact 17:45 - What Conventional Cancer Treatment Is Missing 27:08 - Integrative Cancer Protocols 32:04 - The Role of Emotions in Cancer 40:02 - Creating Healing Environments 45:17 - Repurposed Drugs: Fenbendazole, Ivermectin & Cancer Treatment 49:05 - Best Diets for Cancer 56:33 - Liquid Biopsies: Early Detection Technology & Prevention Focus

Sponsored By: → TIMELINE | For an exclusive offer go to timeline.com/DRG and use code DRG to get 20% OFF → JASPR | For an exclusive offer go to jaspr.co/DRG and get $200 OFF for a limited time. Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ What if everything you've been taught about death is wrong? Medical intuitive and psychic medium Julie Ryan has spent 30 years connecting with spirits and watching thousands of people transition. Her message will shock you: everyone goes to heaven—even people you think don't deserve it. Your deceased loved ones are around you right now, and you can actually communicate with them. Julie breaks down the 12 phases every soul goes through when dying, reveals why there are no "evil spirits," and shows you how to tap into your own intuitive abilities that you've had since childhood. Whether you're grieving, afraid of death, or curious about the afterlife, this conversation offers profound comfort and a radically different perspective on what happens when we die. In this episode, you'll learn: • The 12 phases of transition: exactly what happens when someone dies, from spirit leaving the body through angelic escort to heaven—validated by 5th-century prayers and modern physics • Why everyone goes to heaven: no exceptions, no judgment—all spirits are pure love, and the "bad" personality traits stay with the body when we die • How to communicate with deceased loved ones: your head is like a satellite dish—think of them and they respond instantly with the first thought that comes to mind • The truth about "evil spirits": they don't exist—what people think are demons are actually lost souls looking for loved ones, often reincarnated family members • Why children see ghosts until age 6-7: we're all born intuitive, but adults teach kids to shut it down by saying "it's just imagination" • The emotional roots of cancer: people who are great at giving but terrible at receiving—illness forces them to accept care they've always refused • How to distinguish real spirit communication from your own thoughts: if it feels neutral or good, it's them; if it feels bad, rephrase your question • Your innate healing abilities: everyone can heal themselves energetically—Julie teaches people to see inside bodies and connect with spirits in just one weekend • Why near-death experiences differ from actual death: NDEs are like spiritual snapshots, while real transition involves specific angelic assistance and deceased family greeting you Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:57 - Rapid Fire Questions 8:05 - From Medical Device Inventor to Psychic Medium 14:07 - Why Children See Spirits (And Adults Lose This Ability) 18:01 - How to Connect with Deceased Loved Ones Through Dreams 22:08 - First Experience Seeing Inside Human Bodies as Medical Intuitive 29:08 - The Truth About Ghosts vs Evil Spirits 35:33 - Pope Clement's Message: Teaching the World About Death 44:39 - The 12 Phases of Death Transition Explained 59:02 - Live Reading: Connecting with Christian's Deceased Mother 1:05:55 - Cancer's Emotional Root: The Inability to Receive 1:13:16 - Upcoming Training & Resources for Developing Psychic Abilities

Sponsored By: → Cornbread Hemp | For an exclusive offer go to cornbreadhemp.com/drg and use promo code DRG for 30% OFF your first order! → JASPR | For an exclusive offer go to jaspr.co/DRG and get $200 OFF for a limited time. Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Episode summary For empaths, introverts, and anyone who feels other people’s moods deeply: this episode is for you. Dr. G sits down with Dr. Jason Yuan (ND)—a naturopathic doctor who blends energy healing with practical basics (sleep, minerals, breath, gut care). He explains pranic healing in plain English (think acupuncture without needles) and shares simple habits to use after hard talks, busy rooms, or long days. • Post-conversation reset (60–120s): pause, breathe a little slower through your nose, then say one release line (silently or aloud): “I release what isn’t mine.” • Salt routine: in the shower, rub a handful of salt over shoulders/arms and rinse; or take a bath with 1–2 cups of salt to clear that heavy, lingering feeling. • Grounding: spend 5–10 minutes barefoot on grass/earth. No yard? Stand still indoors, feel your feet, and breathe slowly for a minute.• Why sensitive people “catch” the room’s mood—and how to turn the volume down• How pranic (hands-off) energy work helps the body reset • Daily rhythm basics (sleep, minerals, steady meals) that make you more resilient About the guest: I’m with Dr. Jason Yuan, a naturopathic doctor who grounds energy practices in physiology—nervous system, breath, minerals, and gut. He cites mind–body research at MD Anderson Cancer Center where a healer’s brain-state shifts were linked to changes in cells, and he turns those insights into simple, repeatable routines. Listen now to get the full walkthrough and context behind each step. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:36 - Rapid Fire 4:43 - Dr. Yuan's Journey from Skeptic to Energy Healer 8:13 - 25 Years of Eczema: Personal Healing Story 11:57 - What Creates Energy Blocks and Congestion 16:44 - Research: MD Anderson Cancer Study Results 22:12 - Jesus & Collective Consciousness Healing 27:54 - The Three Bodies: Physical, Emotional & Mental 34:31 - Biofield vs Quantum Field Explained 39:30 - Soul as Driver: The Chariot Metaphor 45:07 - Practical Tools: Salt Baths & Energy Hygiene 50:32 - Energetic Cords: How People Drain Your Energy 55:18 - Virtual Sessions & Learning Pronic Healing

Sponsored By: → JASPR | For an exclusive offer go to jaspr.co/DRG and get $200 OFF for a limited time. → LMNT | For an exclusive offer go to DrinkLMNT.com/DRG and get your free sample pack for Heal Thy Self listeners. Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Episode Summary Ever start talking in a meeting and your voice cracks, your hands get sweaty, and your mind goes blank? You’re not alone. Today Dr. G sits down with Salvatore Manzi, a communication coach with 20+ years of experience who’s helped people speak at Y Combinator and the United Nations. He explains why your body does this under pressure—and shares simple moves you can use today so you feel calm, clear, and in control at work, on stage, or on Zoom. If you avoid speaking up or leave meetings thinking, “I wish I said that,” this episode is for you. You’ll hear how to breathe the easy way before you talk, a quick 10-second move to release nerves, a small hand cue that helps you feel grounded, and a three-word line that stops the mental spiral when someone in the audience looks unhappy or skeptical. What You’ll Learn• A 3-word reset that stops the spiral: “Not about me.” • Box breathing made easy—and how many rounds you actually need. • A 10-second shake-out to dump nervous energy fast (backstage or before a meeting). • How to flip fear into excitement in seconds (same body feelings, better result). • A quick body anchor (thumb to finger) to feel grounded on command. • If you ramble or over-prepare, the fast fix for each. • What to do when someone looks skeptical without losing your flow. • The simple rule “one idea → one gesture” so your hands don’t steal the show. • Why pauses, voice changes, and simple metaphors make people remember you. • A kinder way to handle imposter thoughts: name the inner critic, then tame it. • On Zoom: show your hands, use clear small gestures, and add short beats to hold attention. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ About Our Guest: Salvatore Manzi is a voice and confidence coach helping shy, introverted people find their power. A former terrified speaker turned transformational coach, he specializes in helping introverts stop being invisible and start being heard. With 20+ years of experience and wisdom from living in 17 cities across 8 countries, he transforms people who hate speaking into confident communicators. • LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/salvatorejmanzi • Website:https://www.salvatoremanzi.com/ • Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/salvatoremanzi/?hl=en Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:44 - Box Breathing Technique 6:04 - Why Public Speaking is the #1 Human Fear 10:17 - Data Overload vs. Connection 19:56 - The "Not About Me" Technique 31:20 - Taming Your Gremlins: Meet Perry the Perfectionist 38:43 - Handling the Sour Face in the Audience 45:22 - Vocal Variety and the Power of Metaphors

Sponsored By: → JASPR | For an exclusive offer go to jaspr.co/DRG and get $200 OFF for a limited time. → BiOptimizers | For an exclusive offer go to bioptimizers.com/drg and use code DRG to get 15% OFF Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Trauma rewrites your nervous system at the cellular level, creating changes often mistaken for personality traits. When stress becomes inescapable, it triggers mitochondrial shutdown that affects energy production and explains sudden crashes. In this episode, Dr. Aimie Apigian breaks down the four stage pathway of startle, stress, freeze, and shutdown, where the crucial 15 second startle window determines whether responses become adaptive or automatic trauma patterns. She shares her retraining protocol using controlled activation and proper nervous system nutrition to rewire neural pathways faster than traditional methods. Her philosophy shifts from trauma focused excavation to life focused emergence, concentrating on living fully today rather than digging through past wounds. When your system has sufficient safety and resources, healing surfaces naturally through life's synchronicities. Stop trying to fix what's broken and start building what's alive. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D.Follow Doctor G on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ About Our Guest: Dr. Aimie Apigian is a double board-certified physician in Preventive Medicine & Addiction Medicine and creator of The Biology of Trauma methodology. She's a leading medical expert on cellular-level trauma storage who pivoted from surgery to develop a revolutionary approach to understanding how trauma becomes stored in our biology, not just psychology. • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/draimie/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-aimie-apigian • website: https://traumahealingaccelerated.com Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 8:04 - The Foster Care Story That Changed Everything 12:48 - "Mommy, I'm Going to Kill You Tomorrow" 32:47 - Witnessing Her Own Trauma Response in Real Time 36:43 - The Freeze Response: What Happens in Your Body 47:47 - Gazelle vs Lion: Evolution of Trauma Response 58:34 - The Dog Experiment: Why Mindset Work Isn't Enough 1:04:09 - Practical Exercise: Retrain Your Startle Response 1:14:22 - The Biology of Trauma Book Release

Sponsored By: → Puori | For an exclusive offer go to puori.com/drg and use code DRG for 20% OFF the already discounted subscription prices. → JASPR | For an exclusive offer go to jaspr.co/DRG and get $200 OFF for a limited time. → BIRCH | For an exclusive offer go to birchliving.com/healthyself⁠ and get 27% OFF sitewide. Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Modern hormonal dysfunction stems from environmental toxins, chronic stress, and lifestyle factors, but advanced testing and targeted interventions can restore optimal function. In this episode, hormone optimization expert Guy Citrin reveals how stress dominates hormone balance while plastic exposure acts as estrogen mimics, decreasing testosterone and contributing to rising infertility rates. He explains how microplastics embedded in tissues disrupt receptor function and can trigger hormone-dependent cancers. Guy breaks down why conventional blood tests tell an incomplete story and how the Dutch test's analysis of 52 hormone breakdown components reveals hundreds of dysfunction patterns, enabling precise interventions. Discover his clinical approach to testosterone optimization, the therapeutic potential of peptides for natural body modulation, and why quality sourcing determines results. The difference between feeling "normal" and feeling vital lies in the breakdown story your blood work isn't telling you. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ About Our Guest: Dr. Guy Citrin is a Naturopathic Doctor practicing integrative medicine in Los Angeles and co-founder of EndoAxis. He's a national speaker for Microbiome Labs and specializes in gut health, hormone optimization, and regenerative medicine. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askdrguy/  Primary practice website: https://www.doctorguy.com  Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:20 - What's Affecting Hormones Most Right Now 3:11 - When Testosterone Starts Dropping 8:24 - The Dutch Test 14:22 - Why Blood Tests Aren't Enough 22:40 - Bioidentical vs Synthetic Truth 29:42 - Testosterone for Women 35:24 - Cortisol Dysfunction 39:02 - Peptides Revolution 46:47 - The Right Way vs Celebrity Disasters 57:08 - Emotional Healing and Physical Health Connection

Sponsored By: → KION | For an exclusive offer go to https://GETKION.COM/DRG and get a 20% discount. → Cornbread Hemp | For an exclusive offer go to https://cornbreadhemp.com/drg and use promo code DRG for 30% OFF your first order! → JASPR | For an exclusive offer go to https://jaspr.co/DRG and get $200 OFF for a limited time. Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ When we contacted collagen companies requesting basic safety documentation, most major brands either declined or never responded. Household names like Vital Proteins, Great Lakes Wellness, and Nordic Naturals wouldn't provide certificates proving their products are free from heavy metals and contaminants. This silence raises questions about what these companies might be hiding. The concern is legitimate because collagen comes from animal bones and connective tissue, where environmental toxins naturally accumulate. While clinical research supports collagen's benefits for skin and joint health, these positive effects mean nothing if the product contains harmful substances. Many consumers assume premium pricing or "grass-fed" labels guarantee safety, but these offer no protection against contamination. Only a small group of companies willingly shared comprehensive testing results. These brands proved transparency is possible in this industry. When choosing supplements you'll consume daily for months, safety documentation should be the minimum expectation, not the exception. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:48 - What is Collagen? The Complete Science Breakdown 3:06 - Do Collagen Supplements Actually Work? 4:41 - Hidden Dangers in Collagen Products 12:07 - Testing Standards: What We Demanded from Companies 13:35 - The Hall of Shame: 31 Companies That Failed 15:36 - The Top 11 Most Transparent Collagen Companies

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Visit https://jaspr.co/DRG and use code DRG for $200 OFF for a limited time Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Your body already knows how to heal. It's a remembrance of ancient wisdom that animals instinctively understand but we've forgotten. True health transformation happens when we maintain an optimal warm, moist internal environment through conscious food choices, seasonal eating, and emotional regulation. Cold protein smoothies in the morning? They're working against your digestive fire when your body needs warming most. In this transformative episode, Ayurvedic physician Dr. Nidhi Bhanshali Pandya reveals how growing up in a 14 person joint family with an Ayurvedic healer grandfather taught her that health principles are universal laws like gravity that remain constant as long as Earth maintains its rotation. These sage scientists accessed nature's intelligence through meditation, discovering truths that apply across all traditional cultures. Dr. Pandya shares practical approaches: pre workout body oiling (ancient wrestler tradition) that transforms exercise recovery, eating your largest meal at lunch when digestive fire peaks, and seasonal eating that aligns with nature's rhythms. Her 21 day transformation framework from "Your Body Already Knows" offers gentle implementation with self-compassion rather than rigid discipline. The path back to health isn't complex protocols. It's remembering what animals instinctively know about warm, moist, loving care. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ About Our Guest: Dr. Nidhi Bhanshali Pandya is a certified Ayurvedic Doctor and creator of the Inner Climate Method®. A third-generation practitioner with 15 years of experience, she's the bestselling author of "Your Body Already Knows" and has been featured in Vogue, NBC News, and FOX News. Website: https://nidhi.me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/my_ayurvedic_life/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 6:01 - The Ancient Origins of Ayurvedic Wisdom 12:22 - How to Eat Seasonally in Modern Life 18:03 - The Three Doshas Explained Simply 26:05 - The Cold Morning Smoothie Problem Revealed 32:11 - Pre-Workout Body Oiling Technique 37:04 - Creating Your Optimal Inner Climate 42:46 - Warm & Moist: The Secret to Perfect Health 50:32 - Your Body Already Knows

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Visit timeline.com/DRG and use code DRG to get 20% OFF Visit https://jaspr.co/DRG and use code DRG for $200 OFF for a limited time Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ True healing addresses energetic disruptions in our multi-dimensional bodies, where disease begins as electrical pulse disruption between mind and organ. By integrating our shadow and aligning with source consciousness, we reclaim wholeness. In this episode, spiritual healer Igor Galibov shares his transformation through spiritual surgery in Brazil at age 24. During an out-of-body experience, he witnessed the procedure from behind the healer while simultaneously being operated on. Within six months, all physical ailments - polyps, allergies, rashes completely disappeared, and his consciousness expanded to see energy, travel dimensions, and perceive future events. Disease originates in five energy bodies before manifesting physically. The key to healing? Befriending our darkness, the ignored aspects of ourselves needing awareness. When we invite these traits in with love and curiosity, darkness transforms into light. Igor explores Jesus and Mary Magdalene as twin souls whose sacred union created dimensional portals through unified masculine-feminine consciousness. The path to wholeness: heal fragmented aspects, unite inner energies, and remember we are the universe experiencing itself. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalezhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & Personal Roots in New York 04:38 - Igor Joins the Show + Rapid Fire Questions 06:14 - Spiritual Awakening in Brazil 09:39 - Experiencing Energy and Multi-Dimensional Travel 12:14 - Deep Meditation, Higher Beings & Inner Schooling 14:56 - Chakras, Emotional Imprints & Origins of Illness 17:40 - Full Activation & Reset After Brazil Surgery 21:30 - Emotional Programming and Cancer as a Teacher 28:16 - Jesus, Christ Consciousness & True Healing 42:59 - Time, Timelines & The Causal Body

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Visit ⁠bioptimizers.com/drg⁠ and use code DRG to get 15% OFF Visit ⁠https://⁠⁠jaspr.co/DRG⁠ and use code DRG for $200 OFF for a limited time Sign up for our newsletter! ⁠https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/⁠ Our brains are being rewired by constant exposure to supernormal stimuli - digital content like porn, social media, and short-form video that flood the brain with dopamine, impair focus and intimacy, and literally shrink brain structures. The good news? With intentional use and neurofeedback, we can restore brain function and reclaim our attention. In this episode, neuroscientist Dr. Trish Leigh reveals how "supernormal stimuli" are hijacking our dopamine systems. Pornography produces up to 400% dopamine increase (nearly cocaine-level at 450%), while screens resonate at 60 Hz, pushing brain activity into overdrive. Healthy calm focus operates at 10 Hz, but prolonged screen exposure creates the "wired-and-tired" brain simultaneous fast and slow brainwave activity leading to anxiety, poor focus, and depression. Dr. Leigh reveals how excessive screen time creates measurable brain dysfunction. Her solution: intentional balance and neurofeedback to restore optimal brainwave patterns. Recovery is possible at any age by replacing digital stimulation with real-world experiences. Don't let technology control you, learn to control it. This episode provides the roadmap to reclaim your brain and your life. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez⁠https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/⁠ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & Phone Addiction Revealed  01:55 – Supernormal Stimuli Explained  05:53 – Rewiring of the Brain Over 10 Years  10:27 – “Wired But Tired”: How Screens Drain Us  15:36 – Brain Shrinkage & Dopamine Dysfunction  23:16 – Real-Life Balance vs Digital Overload  30:03 – Devices Ranked by Brain Impact  36:43 – Porn, OnlyFans & Dopamine Addiction  45:18 – Neurofeedback & Brain Rewiring Solutions  52:40 – Sleep, Dopamine, and Nighttime Disruption

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Visit jaspr.co/DRG and use code DRG for $200 OFF for a limited time Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ In this transformative episode, John Mackey shares his journey from a $45,000 vegetarian co-op in Austin to revolutionizing how America thinks about food. His psychedelic awakening showed him "there's only the one being" - a realization that became the foundation for conscious business practices serving customers, employees, suppliers, communities, and the environment equally. We explore the four pillars of conscious capitalism: higher purpose beyond profit, stakeholder philosophy where everyone wins, conscious leadership focused on mission over compensation, and conscious culture where people flourish. John reveals how Whole Foods' self-insurance data exposed the health crisis - 10% of employees consumed 90% of healthcare dollars on preventable chronic diseases. This led to his newest venture: Love.Life, a 45,000 sq ft wellness revolution in Manhattan Beach featuring healthy food, state-of-the-art fitness, biohacking recovery, integrative medicine, and three indoor pickleball courts. It's designed as medicine for loneliness - creating community connections that heal both business and personal relationships. John's core philosophy: "Just love everyone all the time, no exceptions." Life is an eternal adventure with nothing to fear. Choose love moment by moment, practice forgiveness and gratitude, and remember - what we put out into the world reflects back to us. Business can be a force for healing when built on consciousness rather than pure profit. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelfHosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalezhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction & Rapid Fire Questions 3:28 - Life-Changing Psychedelic Experience & Spiritual Awakening 7:25 - How LSD Knocked Him Off His Traditional Path 12:04 - Starting Whole Foods 21:01 - The Great Flood That Nearly Destroyed Whole Foods 25:51 - The Four Pillars of Conscious Capitalism 36:52 - "Love Is All There Is" 49:11 - The Genesis of Love Life 59:03 - Inside Love Life

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Visit https://jaspr.co/DRG and use code DRG for $200 OFF for a limited time Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Most adults have limited knowledge about intimacy and haven't fully explored their potential for pleasure. What if there were aspects of intimacy you hadn't yet discovered? In this episode, intimacy expert Susan Bratton explains that the capacity for pleasure is learned rather than innate, with many different types accessible to all bodies. She addresses common misconceptions and presents intimacy as a mindful, embodied practice between partners rather than a performance, explaining how emotional barriers from past experiences can limit people's ability to experience fulfillment. We explore how aging can impact genital health in both men and women, along with supportive therapies like hormone treatments, red light therapy, vacuum devices, and supplements. Susan, who has guided over 20,000 men in improving penile volume through VED use, also teaches mindful practices to deepen emotional intimacy. At the core of her work is open bedroom communication, asking, “What feels good today?” to honor each body's changing needs.  This conversation invites a shame-free, present-moment approach to intimacy that strengthens connection and mutual understanding. Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalezhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction 04:30 – Why We’re Disconnected 10:30 – Orgasmic Potential & Types 17:00 – Mindful Sex & Communication 23:00 – Sex Education for Kids 30:30 – Orgasm Challenges in Women 36:00 – The Heart-Tongue Technique 42:00 – Sexual Biohacking Tools 47:00 – Penis Pumps & Growth 52:00 – Prostate Health & P-Spot

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Visit ⁠https://getkion.com/drg⁠ for 20% off. Sign up for our newsletter! ⁠https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/⁠ After 30, your body needs up to 6x more essential amino acids to build muscle effectively. Without adequate amounts, your body draws from muscle to repair organs. Kion founder Angelo Keely explains why essential amino acids are 3-6x more effective than whey protein and why many people may not be getting enough protein. In this episode we explore supplement quality considerations, how proprietary blends obscure actual ratios and examine "grass-fed" claims. Plus, creatine offers benefits beyond bodybuilding. This energy source improves cognitive performance during sleep loss, enhances focus and memory, and supports emotional stability. Angelo shares how daily creatine helped stabilize his mood. We dive into somatic awareness, using breath and body sensations to stay present instead of getting caught in thought loops. Angelo reflects on finding purpose through body awareness and trusting your timeline rather than forcing outcomes. The practical approach: Under 30, eat well and supplement optionally. Age 30-40, add daily aminos and consider creatine. Age 50+, prioritize essential amino acids and increase creatine for muscle, cognition, and emotional resilience. Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez⁠https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/⁠ Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 7:03 Essential amino acids vs food protein: what really works 14:27 Why 30+ means you need more support 21:44 Benefits of Creatine for women, mood, and brain health 29:09 Emotional regulation & somatic presence 36:38 how Angelo uses aminos and creatine 44:00 Protein powder myths 51:23 Practical tips on how to supplement at every age 58:41 The real reason creatine helps your emotional stability 1:06:12 Timeline trust & finding presence in your body