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Vitality Made Simple

Debbie Ozment, DDS, MS

222 episodes

6 days ago

In this episode of Vitality Made Simple, Dr. Pete Sulack joins us to share his powerful story of being diagnosed with grade four astrocytoma and given only a one percent chance of survival beyond eight months. Rather than surrender to the prognosis, he leaned on his faith and developed a comprehensive strategy to support healing, grounded in five pillars: diet, supplementation, detoxification, oxygenation, and faith. His journey not only restored his health but also gave him a new authority t...

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In this episode of Vitality Made Simple, Dr. Pete Sulack joins us to share his powerful story of being diagnosed with grade four astrocytoma and given only a one percent chance of survival beyond eight months. Rather than surrender to the prognosis, he leaned on his faith and developed a comprehensive strategy to support healing, grounded in five pillars: diet, supplementation, detoxification, oxygenation, and faith. His journey not only restored his health but also gave him a new authority t...

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Health & Fitness

Episodes (20/222)

Vitality Made Simple

How to Lose Weight: Andres Ayesta

In this episode of Vitality Made Simple, Andres Ayesta joins us to break down how cultural values such as joy, community, and movement inform his holistic approach to health. He delves into how simple habits, such as eating enough protein, drinking enough water, prioritizing fiber, and staying active in joyful and sustainable ways, create a solid base for long-term vitality. Andres also reveals details from his self-designed experiment comparing a whole-foods diet to a carnivore diet. With da...

22 hours ago

1 hour 12 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

Joel Salatin - Guinea Pig Culture: Why We’re Sick, Lonely, and Overfed

In this episode of Vitality Made Simple, Joel Salatin, known as the ‘Lunatic Farmer,’ explores what he calls our modern ‘guinea pig culture,’ where children lack chores, families depend on processed convenience foods, and communities have forgotten how to be stewards of the land. He explains how this disconnect contributes to widespread mental health challenges, from poor self-worth to the loneliness epidemic, and how purpose-driven work and local food systems can help reverse this trend. Joe...

1 week ago

52 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

The Hidden Mold Making You Sick (And Where It Hides)

In this episode of Vitality Made Simple, Dr. Jill Carnahan joins us to open up about her battles with aggressive breast cancer, Crohn's disease, and toxic mold exposure. She explains how each health crisis taught her to trust her instincts, gather the best information, make decisions without regret, and transform hardship into purpose. Dr. Carnahan breaks down how mold hides in places many people overlook, like brand-new homes, faulty appliances, or even inside breast implants, and why it’s o...

2 weeks ago

41 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

Fight Cancer While You Sleep: The Untold Power of Natural Killer Cells

In this episode of Vitality Made Simple, join me, Dr. Debbie Ozment, as I shine a spotlight on one of the immune system’s most fascinating and under-appreciated warriors: Natural Killer Cells. I explain how these powerful lymphocytes act as the body’s rapid response team, targeting cancerous and infected cells without needing prior exposure. We'll break down the difference between the innate and adaptive immune systems and show why Natural Killer Cells are crucial in unpredictable, ever-chang...

3 weeks ago

22 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

Fast Food Genocide: The Shocking Truth About What’s Really on Your Plate

In this episode of Vitality Made Simple, Dr. Joel Fuhrman joins us to expose the harsh truth about the Standard American Diet and its devastating impact on our health. He unpacks how fast food and processed ingredients—including bagels, white bread, oils, and even juice—create an addictive “caloric rush” that alters brain chemistry, fuels obesity, and drives widespread insulin resistance. He explains that this toxic eating culture is not a cosmetic issue but a life-threatening one, directly c...

4 weeks ago

1 hour 11 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

Increase Your Vitality Span

In this episode of Vitality Made Simple, Dr. Debbie Ozment welcomes Dr. Michelle Jorgensen, a unique blend of dentist and naturopath. Dr. Jorgensen shares her personal journey from severe illness caused by mercury exposure in her dental practice to discovering the profound connection between oral health and chronic disease. She reveals the hidden dangers of mercury fillings and root canals, explaining how lingering infections can silently impact your immune system and overall well-being. Lear...

1 month ago

51 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

Your Brain on Fire? How to Prevent Alzheimer's & Boost Your Brain Health!

In this episode of Vitality Made Simple, Dr. Debbie Ozment welcomes internationally recognized neurodegenerative disease expert, Dr. Dale Bredesen. Dr. Bredesen shares insights from his groundbreaking work and his new book, "The Ageless Brain," offering a beacon of hope in the world of degenerative disease. He explains that cognitive decline is not an inevitable part of aging, but rather a "network insufficiency" driven by factors such as reduced energetics, chronic inflammation, and toxicity...

1 month ago

52 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

Can Functional Medicine Reverse ADHD, Autism, and Chronic Inflammation?

In this episode of Vitality Made Simple, Dr. Paula Kruppstadt opens up about her deeply personal journey from being a traditionally trained pediatrician to becoming a functional medicine expert. After struggling with depression, obesity, and a lack of answers from conventional medicine, she turned to precision genetics and functional approaches that not only healed her but reshaped her entire philosophy of care. Dr. Kruppstadt also unpacks the dramatic rise in childhood disorders like ADHD, a...

1 month ago

1 hour 3 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

The Blueprint for Youth

Dr. Kelly Halderman joins us at Vitality Made Simple to shed light on one of the most empowering areas of modern health: the biology of aging. She walks us through the 12 scientifically recognized Hallmarks of Aging and explains how understanding these drivers gives us a roadmap to aging smarter. Dr. Halderman also shares how her own health crisis, marked by neurological symptoms and a grim medical prognosis, led her to explore naturopathic and functional medicine, eventually leading her to b...

1 month ago

1 hour 1 minute

Vitality Made Simple

The Hidden Root of Chronic Lyme: What Doctors Miss and Nature Heals

In this episode of Vitality Made Simple, Dr. Bill Rawls joins us to share his personal health crisis that began with chronic fatigue, disrupted sleep, and mysterious symptoms that stumped the traditional medical system. Eventually diagnosed with chronic Lyme disease, he realized that the real culprit wasn’t just microbes—it was cellular dysfunction. His story reveals how chronic stress, poor diet, environmental toxins, and disrupted sleep create the perfect storm for dormant microbes to react...

2 months ago

1 hour 9 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

Improving Sleep and Breathing for Better Health

In this insightful episode of Vitality Made Simple, Dr. Debbie Ozment, DDS, speaks with Tiffany Ludwicki, a dental hygienist, certified myofunctional therapist and health coach, to explore the powerful connection between breathing, sleep, and resilience. The conversation focuses on how oral muscle function, airway health, and emotional well-being are deeply interconnected—and how addressing these root causes can lead to a fuller, healthier life. Tiffany explains how snoring, mouth breathing, ...

2 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

Developing Resilience to Stress for a Fuller Life

In this insightful episode of Vitality Made Simple, we speak with Dr. Stephen Sideroff, a professor at UCLA and an expert in resilience, to explore how to understand and develop resilience to navigate stress better and live a more fulfilling life. The conversation focuses on how our nervous system responds to stress and how resilience can be cultivated to maintain peak performance, even in high-stress environments. Dr. Sideroff explains the imbalance of the nervous system in today's world, wh...

2 months ago

48 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

The Silent Fitness Fix for Midlife Women

Are your workouts working with your hormones—or against them? In this energizing episode of Vitality Made Simple, Dr. Debbie Ozment, DDS, MS, sits down with Debra Atkinson, founder of Flipping 50 and a pioneer in hormone-smart fitness, to unpack what it takes to stay strong, lean, and energized through perimenopause and postmenopause. Debra shares her unexpected journey from aspiring artist to fitness trailblazer, revealing how her personal and professional experiences reshaped her approach t...

2 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

Vitality Made Simple

The Botox Risk No One's Talking About

What if Botox isn’t as harmless as it seems? In this revealing episode of Vitality Made Simple, Dr. Debbie Ozment welcomes Gretch Elizabeth, researcher and advocate, for a deep dive into the overlooked risks of botulinum toxin A (Botox) injections. Drawing from personal experience and years of research, Gretch shares the story of her sister Heidi, whose life changed drastically after a small cosmetic treatment led to stroke-like symptoms and long-term health complications. Together, they unpa...

3 months ago

47 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

Rewriting the Cancer Playbook: Terrain Theory, Immune Health & Ozone Therapy

Can we really have more time than we think after a cancer diagnosis? In this eye-opening episode of Vitality Made Simple, Dr. Debbie Ozment, DDS, is joined by Dr. Michael Karlfeldt, ND, PhD—an expert in integrative cancer care and founder of the Karlfeldt Center. Together, they dive deep into the empowering concept of terrain theory—that by shifting your body’s internal environment, you can make it less hospitable to cancer. Dr. Karlfeldt walks us through the four key pillars he outlines in h...

3 months ago

1 hour 5 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

Gut Health, Hormones & HRT: What You Need to Know

Is your gut health silently sabotaging your hormones? In this must-listen episode of Vitality Made Simple, Dr. Debbie Ozment, DDS, sits down with Dr. Lorraine Maita, a holistic longevity doctor with over 40 years of experience, to explore the powerful connection between gut health, bone strength, hormonal balance, and overall well-being. Dr. Maita dives into the often-overlooked topic of constipation and its impact on detoxification and nutrient absorption—likening a sluggish digestive system...

3 months ago

45 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

Unlocking the Power of PEMF Therapy: Could This Be the Key to Better Health?

Could PEMF therapy be the missing link in your health journey? In this enlightening episode of Vitality Made Simple, Dr. Debbie Ozment, DDS, sits down with Dr. William Pawluk, a functional medicine expert and leading researcher in PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) therapy. After experiencing three gastric bleeds and seeing the limitations of conventional medicine firsthand, Dr. Pawluk turned to integrative solutions, leading him to explore the transformative effects of PEMF therapy. Dr. Paw...

3 months ago

51 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

Oral Health and Heart Disease: How Your Mouth Could Prevent Heart Attacks and Strokes

What if the secret to preventing heart attacks and strokes was hiding in your mouth? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Debbie Ozment, DDS, delves into an enlightening conversation with Dr. Tom Larkin, a dentist who challenges conventional thinking and links oral health to life-threatening conditions like heart attacks and strokes. Dr. Larkin takes us through his unique transition from traditional dentistry to a more holistic approach, emphasizing anti-infective periodontal therapy and the impo...

3 months ago

48 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

Can We Slow Down Aging? The Science of Longevity and Healthspan

Send us a text In this fascinating episode, Dr. Debbie Ozment, DDS, sits down with Dr. Nir Barzilai, a leading researcher in aging, to explore the science behind longevity and what truly influences our health as we age. Dr. Barzilai explains why biological age—rather than chronological age—is the key factor in determining health and lifespan. He discusses how aging drives diseases and how targeting aging at a biological level could help prevent many chronic conditions. The episode explores th...

4 months ago

42 minutes

Vitality Made Simple

Is Your Bread Really Healthy? The Truth About Whole Grains

Send us a text In this insightful episode, Dr. Debbie Ozment, DDS, MS, welcomes Sue Becker, a food scientist and advocate for real, whole-grain bread, to uncover the truth about modern bread and why it may be harming your health. Sue explains how commercial bread—especially white bread—is made from refined flour stripped of essential nutrients, fiber, and healthy oils. Even “whole grain” bread from stores often contains processed flour with added bran and germ, along with preservatives and ad...

4 months ago

1 hour 6 minutes