The Voice of Health with Dr. Robert Prather

This week, we preview our upcoming Holistic Heart seminar by talking about External CounterPulsation (ECP) Therapy, which is a safe, non-invasive solution for heart disease. In this episode, you'll find out: —Why ECP Therapy is "like having a second heart" and how it helps the heart to function better. —How ECP Therapy oxygenates the heart and gives your heart the benefit of five years of marathon training in just SEVEN WEEKS. —The reason why Dr. Prather calls ECP Therapy the only hope for congestive heart failure, which has become "medical disaster". —The incredible safety record of ECP Therapy without a single negative incident or injury reported to the FDA and with no negative side effects. —How ECP Therapy helps reduce heart pain and helps patients to lower their medication needed for angina. —Why ECP Therapy is able to open up collateral circulation and dormant arteries (and can even GROW new arteries). —How the improved circulation and oxygenation from ECP Therapy improves all organ systems and helps with dementia, erectile dysfunction, and can reverse Type 2 diabetes. —The stories of patients who went from over 90% blockage in their arteries to less than 10% blockage through ECP Therapy. —Plus, you’ll hear the story of Lynn and how our Holistic Heart program helped him to take the motorcycle trip-of-a-lifetime through the Himalayan Mountains. —How you can receive our Autonomic Nervous System Test that measures your heart, circulatory, and nervous systems for just $49 (regularly a $195 value) by attending our free educational seminar this Wednesday, February 26th at 6 p.m. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

After beginning our discussion on Erectile Dysfunction last week, Dr. Prather talks about the effective and natural treatments for Erectile Dysfunction that get to the root cause of the problem. In this episode, you'll discover: —Why men should be able to be sexually virile up until their 80's if they are healthy. —The importance of Nitric Oxide for male virility, which pharmaceuticals like Viagra are based on. And the natural solutions that increase Nitric Oxide without the side effects of the prescription drugs. —Why Structure-Function Care looks for a more permanent and long-term solution to E.D., while the medical approach only offers a temporary fix by targeting the symptoms. —How the nervous system is key to making the sexual act work. And the role of Chiropractic in keeping the nervous system working properly without any interference. —Why Dr. Prather says herbals are one of the best ways to go about helping with sexual performance. And why you will most likely be ripped off if you try to buy these herbal products online. —How Ginkgo Biloba is the most important herbal for sexual performance in both males and females, improving sexual performance in 76% of men and 91% of women. —The aptly-named herbal that prevents and treats Erectile Dysfunction, while also increasing lean body mass and changing fat into muscle. —The effectiveness of External CounterPulsation (ECP) Therapy in increasing circulation, improving overall cardiovascular health, and helping with Erectile Dysfunction. —How Holistic Integration uses lab tests and diagnostics to determine the root cause of the issue and which solutions will work best for each individual patient. —How Hypothyroid is one of the most common reasons for reduced sexual performance. And how the Liver actually plays a very big role in sexual performance. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

Erectile Dysfunction affects 20-30 million American men and is likely under-reported. But 85% of cases are due to underlying health issues like Cardiovascular Disease. In this episode, you'll learn: —The difference between Male Impotence and Erectile Dysfunction. —How pharmaceuticals (like anti-Cholesterol medicines, Beta Blockers, and anti-depressants) are big contributors to E.D. —The astonishing statistics about declining Testosterone levels in military men since World War II. (And how these low levels are even being seen in young men who are still teenagers.) —The role Atherosclerosis and Diabetes play in E.D. And how Atherosclerosis is the #1 contributor to E.D. —Why it is "very rare" for men over 50 to have E.D. due to psychological and not physical causes. And how your libido is a key indicator for your overall health. —The "Hand Test" Dr. Prather says you can use to gauge the health of a man's erection. —Why alcohol has a negative effect on male performance and can actually shrink the testicles. And how smoking even TWO cigarettes can cause E.D. —The dangers of marijuana use for male sexual performance, including issues of infertility. And why Dr. Prather says it is "really difficult" to get Testosterone levels back up to normal levels in marijuana users. —How pornography is actually destroying male sexual performance, not enhancing it. —Why Dr. Prather says your sexual life is linked to your nutrition and "the better your nutrition, the better your virility". And the natural supplements that help with male sexual performance. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

In light of the debate in Washington, D.C. this week over the confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. to President Trump's Cabinet, we focus on what changes are needed in our national health care policies. In this episode, we'll talk about: —How Dr. Prather was inspired to pursue his career after being told as a teenager that he wouldn't live past the age of 35. —Why the health of our children is worse than it has ever been with over half of all children having a chronic illness. And the long-term consequences our nation will face as those chronically-ill children grow into adulthood. —The biggest health challenges facing America right now, according to Dr. Prather. —How America would be a "happier, safer, and more exciting place to be" if we adopted Dr. Prather's vision for health care reform with primary care being "completely Structure-Function Care" and Disease Care focused on the medical specialties. —Why Dr. Prather says that working in Structure-Function Health Care is a more fun than Disease Care! —How Dr. Prather says we can have a health care system "designed to heal people, not just drug them". —Why Dr. Prather says we need to change our food supply to focus on "real food", not "Frankenstein food" filled with chemicals. —The reason Dr. Prather is looking forward to "smart" toilets being commercially available and affordable to the public. —The number one change to our public health policy that Dr. Prather would make if he "could wave a magic wand". —What you can do right now to help confirm Robert Kennedy, Jr. as Secretary of Health & Human Services. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

This week, we preview our upcoming free Holistic Integration educational seminar happening this Wednesday, January 29th at 6 p.m. In this episode, you'll learn: —How 80% of your immune system is in the gut and your gut health is one of the biggest indicators of how healthy you're going to be. —Why Dr. Prather says that there is more "non-you than you in your body" when you are talking about the number of cells in the body and your gut flora. —The importance of an annual blood test, hair analysis, and gut check that Dr. Prather uses as the starting point for getting to the root cause of his patients' health. —How the detailed gut health lab report has grown to 30-pages from just 12-pages two years ago because of all the advances in gut research. —Why Dr. Prather says skin health issues like Eczema and Psoriasis originate in the gut, along with Cardiovascular Disease, Cancer, Diabetes, and "all autoimmune disease". —The "menagerie" of supplements, including prebiotics and probiotics, available at Holistic Integration to help balance out a person's gut health. And how they can test in advance to see which supplements will work best for each patient. —Why Dr. Prather says that Fiber is the #1 supplement he recommends that everyone needs more of, BUT that patients also need to have their gut healed before they can handle the amount of Fiber they need. —How one Mom told Dr. Prather that he "saved her sanity" by helping her screaming, Colicky baby with proper probiotics. And how a stool kit is an easy way to check an infant's health. —The warning Dr. Prather gives to patients about gut cleanses and the more gentle approach he recommends instead. And how Dr. Prather is able to help Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Diverticulitis, Diverticulosis, Irritable Bowel Disorder, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome. —Why Dr. Prather says "you have to go to the gut" with "almost all learning disorders", ADD/ADHD, and Autism. And the role of Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and Diathermy in helping provide what is sometimes immediate relief for abdominal pain from Pancreatitis and Gallbladder attacks. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

Dr. Prather says that, "if you really want to lose weight properly and in a healthy way, you have to deal with the Endocrine System and Hormones—otherwise, it's just a waste of time." In this episode, you'll discover: —Why the body first tries to burn muscle instead of fat when someone starts to lose weight. —How Estrogen-dominance (in both men and women) will cause you to put on fat. And how fat is a hormone producer itself. —The role of the Thyroid in controlling your metabolism. And how Iodine helps you to lose weight because you need it to process fat. —Why Dr. Prather will often tell patients it's not their fault that they haven't lost weight through diet or exercise because their hormones aren't going to let them. —The reason Stress causes fat gain by producing Cortisol in your body. And how"brown fat" is more difficult to lose and is "almost always" involved with Cortisol levels —How you will have problems losing weight if you aren't sleeping well. And the impact of blue screens on disrupting the Pineal Gland and your ability to sleep. —Why Dr. Prather says that bioidentical hormones are "the most unnatural you can possibly go, with a lot of unintended consequences". —How getting the nervous system working correctly through Chiropractic makes "an immediate difference" in your hormones. And how your Thyroid will not work correctly unless you get your Atlas set, "no matter what you do". —The organized efforts to block the appointment of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services. And how you can make your voice heard to support his nomination. —Plus, we talk about our Free Holistic Integration seminar on Wednesday, January 29th at 6 p.m., "Gut Reboot: Holistic Care For Digestive Health". And how you can get a 20% discount on all advanced diagnostics at Holistic Integration for the month of January. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

This week, we're joined by Robin, our Holistic Integration Nutritionist, to talk about the dangers of Ozempic-style drugs and how they can harm patients long-term. In this episode, find out: —How Ozempic-style drugs work by trying to imitate the GLP-1 hormone the body produces naturally. And why these drugs don't work as well as the actual GLP-1 hormone because they are not the exact hormone, but something called "an agonist" which can produce the OPPOSITE effect intended. —Why Fiber has been consistently shown to be the best thing for weight loss. —The story behind how a Type-II Diabetes drug transformed into being marketed as a weight loss drug. And the role of celebrity influencers in marketing these drugs with unrealistic expectations. —The dangerous side-effects being experienced from Ozempic-like drugs, including gastric and abdominal issues that have caused stomach paralysis where people "will never be able to eat normally again". And how patients have also experienced pancreatitis, nervous system damage, blindness, kidney failure, and even suicidal thoughts. —Why Dr. Prather says that quick weight loss is never just about losing fat, but a loss of muscle. And why this explains "Ozempic face" and "Ozempic butt". —How Holistic Integration is able to get to the root cause of obesity through advanced diagnostics like our Gut Zoomer. And the detailed information about your body that is revealed through stool kit testing. —Why Dr. Prather says that "people who take their health seriously" should have a Functional Health Doctor. —How the Body Composition Analysis and Fit3D Body Scan diagnostics used at Holistic Information show a detailed and accurate picture of your body. —How you can get a 20% discount on all advanced diagnostics at Holistic Integration for the month of January. —Plus, we announce the details of our Free Holistic Integration "Fit Focus" seminar on January 29th at 6 p.m. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

A1C is an important indicator of your blood glucose levels that is a more accurate picture of your blood sugar than just the glucose test itself. And Dr. Prather shares how you can improve those numbers naturally and without prescription drugs through Structure-Function Care. In this episode, we talk about: —What numbers you want to see in your A1C levels. And which ranges indicate pre-diabetes or diabetes. —How the body is affected by higher A1C levels, including: nerve damage, neuropathy, blindness, cardiovascular disease, and kidney failure. —Why Dr. Prather says his office is even able to cut the insulin required for Type 1 Diabetics by as much as 50%, which slows down the aging process and nerve damage for those patients. And why Dr. Prather says it is "almost guaranteed" that you can be cured of Type 2 Diabetes if you do everything that you are supposed to do. —The reason why children are now developing Type 2 Diabetes, when that used to never happen. And how 60% of what most people eat includes chemicals that our bodies have never experienced before. —Why your chances of becoming a Type 2 Diabetic increase by over 100% if you are Estrogen-dominant. —How 80% of everyone on Thyroid medications eventually develops Depression. And how Dr. Prather's office "actually goes much, much further" than the Endocrinologists in testing the Thyroid and by rebuilding the Thyroid to reduce the need for Thyroid medications. —The effectiveness of Chiropractic to release the nerve interference, which has a huge effect on every aspect of the body. And why the combination of both Structural Care and Functional Care is key to getting the best patient results compared to either one those approaches alone. —Which minerals, herbals, and vitamins are most helpful for getting your blood sugar levels correctly balanced in a non-pharmaceutical way. And the diagnostics Dr. Prather utilizes to determine exactly what you need and which supplements will work best for your body. —How Acupuncture will cause Cortisol levels to drop and Oxytocin levels to increase, which helps to balance out your body's Endocrine System and Nervous System. —Plus, you'll hear how Vicky, who works in the pharmaceutical industry overseeing research trials, had a dramatic reduction in her dangerous A1C levels after just two months as a patient at Holistic Integration. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

Dr. Prather uses The 8 Pillars Of Perfect Health to evaluate the health of his patients. How does your health rate? In this episode, we talk about: --How Dr. Prather's battle with Graves' Disease as a teenager influenced the development of this system. --The 5 systems of the body's energy flow, and why all pain is caused by a blockage of energy flow. --How proper oxygenation in the cells prevents cancer, and why anemia IS a big deal (in spite of what some doctors say). --What Xenobiotics are and how it impacts several systems in your body. --What the correct balance should be for water within and outside of your cells, and how this balance impacts your health. --The blood test you should have annually to determine the vitamin and mineral balance in your body. --The 5 categories of exercise essential for good health. --What your "phase angle" is and the test that measures how well our body's battery is charged. --The importance of our attitudes and outlook in our health (and the role homeopathy and flower remedies can play in improving this area). --How several different patients with fibromyalgia each had a different underlying cause that needed to be addressed (and why an individual approach to health care is vital). http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

'Tis the season to be jolly! But it's also the season where we feel the additional stress of holiday obligations. Dr. Prather says there are ways we can help manage this stress and remain healthy through the holidays. In this episode, learn: --What stress does to our health and our immune system. --Why Dr. Prather says that stress is "the number one reason people die earlier". And how stress causes "every single organ in the body to work improperly". --The 80-20 balance we need between a "rest and digest" mode (parasympathetic nervous system) and the 'fight or flight" mode (sympathetic nervous system) to have a healthy nervous system. --The importance of proper diaphragmatic breathing to manage stress and change your nervous system. And why people make fun of Dr. Prather for breathing so loud! :-) --How deeply you breathe is the BIGGEST indicator of how long you live (and can also keep you younger). --Why massage is an important part of your health regimen for managing stress. --The direct effect on the nervous system that chiropractic adjustments have on the body. --How Acupuncture "immediately changes the hormones of the body" and increases the body's own natural opiate production. Plus, how Acupuncture removes the cravings of those dealing with opiate addiction. --The powerful Auriculotherapy treatment that works on ear acupuncture points to change your brain waves and helps with anxiety, depression, addiction, and other psychological disturbances. And why Dr. Prather calls this "the most proven therapy in the world". --Why exercise helps give a physical release to the body's "fight or flight" reaction to stress. And the negative impact sugar has on a person's stress levels. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

Dr. Prather says that inflammation is "rampant" in our country and can kick of Cardiovascular Disease, Cancer, Autoimmune Disease, and Diabetes. In this episode, you'll discover: —Why Dr. Prather estimates that 50% of all deaths are actually caused by inflammation in the body which leads to other disease processes. —How keeping your inflammation low will help keep diseases away and will make you feel better. —The causes of inflammation, including: infections, injuries, and toxins. And how inflammation is "necessary" for our healing. —The blood tests Dr. Prather uses to diagnose inflammation. And the inflammatory markers that are tracked in the Holistic Integration Gut Zoomer Test. —Why pharmaceuticals like steroids and NSAIDs are sometimes beneficial, but should only be used on a short-term basis to avoid damage to the body. And the story of how steroids were discovered accidentally. —The herbals and homeopathic remedies that help the body to heal itself of inflammation, without the dangerous side-effects of pharmaceuticals. And how those who rely long-term on NSAIDs like Ibuprofen will actually cause more inflammation and damage to the body. —The role of IV Therapy at Holistic Integration to deliver anti-inflammatory vitamins which quickly reduce inflammation. And the effective Liniments that are able to target inflammation with "amazing results". —How Chiropractic reduces inflammation by taking pressure off of the nerves. And the immediate reduction of inflammation that patients can see after an Acupuncture treatment. —Why your diet can cause inflammation in your body. And how Holistic Integration can test to determine the individual foods that work best for each person to help reduce inflammation. —Plus, you'll hear the amazing story of Lucy, who has battled a brain tumor since the age of 16 and had no results for 7 years. And how her tumor has significantly decreased in size after just three months of treatment at Holistic Integration. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

This week, we're joined by our Associate Chiropractor Dodge and Alana, who heads up Holistic Integration's Rehab Department, to talk about our upcoming free educational seminar about the importance of improving your balance for your overall health and performance. In this episode, find out: —Why Dr. Prather says Holistic Integration is "uniquely positioned" to help patients avoid falls or recover from a fall. —How your diet and medications can contribute to the risk of falling. —Why Dr. Prather says that good balance is important for everyone, from helping older people to stay youthful to even helping children have a higher I.Q. and perform better in school. —The connection between optimal athletic performance and good balance. And how grip strength is "the number one indicator of severity of injury in a fall". —The important difference between static balance and dynamic balance. And the surprising lack of static balance that athletes often show in balance testing, which is sometimes even worse than the scores of 65-year-olds. —The ProBalance360 at Holistic Integration that is described as a "secret weapon" in helping to prevent falls and improve balance. And how this treatment has been shown to be 97% effective. —The gender differences in balance abilities. And "the sharp increase" in falls starting in middle age. —How balance training can improve your performance at any age and can help prevent injuries as you get older. And how balance training should be included for proper injury recovery, especially any injury below the waist. —Why Dr. Dodge says that it is a mistake for young people to focus only on strength training. And how it is not muscle strength that helps balance, but "neuromuscular education" that helps balance. —How you can receive a free balance assessment by attending our upcoming Balance and Stability seminar this Wednesday, December 11th at 6 p.m. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

In honor of Thanksgiving, we discuss the importance of having an attitude of gratitude for our health. And we feature three inspiring patient success stories from Holistic Integration. In this episode, we talk about: —The importance of attitude for our health. And the reason Dr. Prather includes "The Beatitudes" as one of his "8 Pillars Of Perfect Health. —Why laughter can actually improve the reaction of our immune system. —The research that shows the effect of positive or negative words on the formation of water crystals. —Why Dr. Prather says that he can even see the effect of a person's attitude in their lab tests. —How Mary came to Holistic Integration for help with shortness of breath and now says her symptoms "are basically gone" after going through the Holistic Integration Balance program. —The details about our upcoming Balance and Stability seminar on Wednesday, December 11th at 6 p.m. And how you can receive a free balance assessment by attending this event. —How Debbie, a Registered Nurse herself, came to Holistic Integration because she did not want to follow the traditional medicine route for her Sciatica pain. —Why Dr. Prather says that the Atlas Orthogonal Chiropractic adjustment is the most important thing you can do to change a person's health. And the story of how the adjustment saved his life as a young man and inspired his career helping others. —How Adam came to Holistic Integration from Minnesota after going all over the country for six years trying to find help for a severe neck injury during a hockey game. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

Dr. Prather says that "100% of women" need help in balancing their hormones based on the lab tests he sees in patients. In this episode, you'll learn: —How women have 64 different Hormones to consider when trying to balance them, while men basically have to worry about 2. And why Dr. Prather says that balancing a woman's hormones is like trying to target "a jackrabbit jumping all over the place". —Why Dr. Prather says that every woman should think about being on some sort of supplementation to help balance her hormones. —The symptoms of hormonal imbalance, including: hot flashes, mood changes, cramps, irregular periods, immune system issues, heart palpitations, and even digestion problems. —The risks of pharmaceutical hormones, which only 2% of women should actually be taking according to research. And why bioidentical hormones are NOT natural, even though some women taking them think they are. —The role of "food grade" Herbals, Glandulars, and Homeopathics in helping the body to regulate your hormones naturally and without the risk of side effects. And how Holistic Integration can actually test to see which ones will work best for you. —Why Dr. Prather says that you are not going to balance the hormones if your Copper/Zinc ratio is not balanced. And how Breast Cancer and Ovarian Cancer "increase quite dramatically" when a woman has too high Copper levels. —How balancing your hormones can often balance your Cholesterol. And how getting your Cholesterol too low (under 140) will interfere with the balance of your hormones. —Why Iodine "is absolutely critical for females." And how women who take Thyroid medication have "a very large jump in your chances of having Breast Cancer" and low Iodine is "the leading cause of Breast Cancer". —Why Dr. Prather says that, if your Liver is not working right, "you will never get your Hormones completely balanced". And how the Adrenals can make every single hormone in the body, but are low-functioning in almost everyone. —The Diagnostics you should have to diagnose the state of your Hormone Health. And why Chiropractic & Acupuncture are important for balancing out your Hormones and causing "almost immediate" changes. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

The skin is the largest organ in the body and is often a reflection of what is going on in someone's health. In this episode, you'll discover: —Why Dr. Prather says you don't want to put anything on your skin that you wouldn't eat. —The Structure-Function approach Dr. Prather uses to discover the root cause of a patient's skin issues versus the Disease Care approach that focuses more on just treating the symptoms. And why complete diagnostics are critically important to find the underlying cause of the skin problems. —How Dr. Prather discovered parasites as the root cause of a 4-year-old boy who was covered head-to-toe with Eczema since birth. And the "well-known" connection between gut health and the skin. —Why Dr. Prather says that a "weakened immune system will translate into skin problems". And why taking an antibiotic or pharmaceutical, while necessary at times, can be harmful for your immune system and make your skin worse. —The importance of a healthy Liver for giving your skin that "healthy glow". And why Dr. Prather refers to the skin as "a second Liver". —How "an imbalance in the Endocrine System will result in Acne". And how prescribing birth control pills to control Acne is not getting to the root cause of the Acne and can result in other long-term issues for young women. —How food allergies are critical to skin health. And how Holistic Integration can test to find out which foods are harmful for you individually and which foods are "actually like medicine" for your body. —The Vitamins and Minerals most critical for skin health. And why Horsetail Tea is a secret to beauty and anti-aging for your skin, hair, and nails. —Why Chiropractic and Acupuncture are so helpful for those with skin conditions. And how Red Laser Acupuncture has been used in Dr. Prather's office to reverse Vitiligo. —Plus, you'll hear from local entrepreneur Meredith Sharp of TallowSkinBalm.com about how you can receive a 10% discount on all-natural holistic skin care products by using the coupon code: HOLISTICINTEGRATION http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

In honor of Veterans Day, we talk about how to meet the health care needs of our nation's veterans. In this episode, you'll find out: —How some statistics estimate up to half of all veterans suffer from substance abuse disease, while 20 veterans a day commit suicide. —The connection between PTSD and substance abuse. And how most of the military addiction issues actually begin with a doctor's prescription. —The story behind how Big Pharma scuttled expert recommendations to begin patient care with chiropractic, acupuncture, physical therapy, and counseling instead of a pharmaceutical approach. —Why opioids should only be used for two weeks at most, while long-term opioid use actually INCREASES your pain level. —The importance of Chiropractic for PTSD and addiction, particularly the Atlas Orthogonal Chiropractic adjustment that is a specialty at Holistic Integration. And how imaging clearly shows how PTSD actually changes the shape of the brain. —Why Dr. Prather calls Auriculotherapy (or Ear Acupuncture) "the most proven therapy in the world". And how it can help someone overcome trauma and PTSD. —How over 80% of September 11th first responders suffered from PTSD, but only 15% of them had PTSD if they received Acupuncture treatment on certain ear points. And how military medics have found that there is an 85% reduction in the use of morphine in combat by utilizing Auriculotherapy. —Why Dr. Prather calls Homeopathy "our secret weapon" in turning things around very quickly with substance abuse cravings. And the natural flower remedies that are an "extremely effective means of dealing with emotional trauma". —How more veterans have been lost to suicide since 9-11 than the number of Americans who died in Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan wars combined. —The opportunity available for you to be trained in just 90-minutes to help save the life of a veteran through the American Legion "Be The One" mission. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

Patients are amazed at the things Dr. Prather picks up on during an initial examination. But he says this is possible when you know how to interpret the language of your body's symptoms in a holistic way. In this episode, we talk about: —Why men (and doctors) are "the worst" when it comes to ignoring symptoms that need to be checked out. —The levator scapulae test Dr. Prather uses to identify stress in a patient. And how patients with severe Depression and Anxiety will often not have relief until the levator scapulae is released. —How a Cardiac Ear Crease on the ear lobe is an indicator of cardiovascular disease. And how a blemish on the ear can indicate a problem in a specific area of the body. —The link between thickened toe nails and cardiovascular disease. And how swelling in the ankles (edema) can indicate Kidney Disease or Heart Disease based on upon whether it's in both ankles or just one ankle. —How the loss of hair on a man's legs is an indication of cardiovascular disease. And how the loss of eyebrows, usually in women, can be an indication of gallbladder disease. —What bags under the eyes and dark circles around the eyes indicate about Kidney Disease and Liver Disease. And how Plantar Fasciitis can even be a sign of Kidney Disease. —Why Dr. Prather says the Emergency Room should be called for a Gallbladder emergency surgery when a patient says their stool has a white color. And what a healthy bowel movement should look like. —What urine color, frequency, and the force of your urination reveal about the health of your Kidneys. —How Dr. Prather has "never" had a Headache case where he wasn’t able to find the underlying cause. And how the different types of Headache symptoms help point to the source of the problem. —Why pain should never be ignored because there is always a reason for the pain. And why Structure-Function Care should be the primary care for a patient. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

Dr. Prather says that "almost everybody" needs to have their jaw adjusted at some point and that TMJ is under-diagnosed even among Chiropractors. Holistic Integration Associate Chiropractor Dr. Dodge joins us for our discussion this week. In this episode, you'll learn: —How people can complain about neck pain, headaches, hip pain, or elbow and wrist pain when the real issue is in their jaw. —The story of how Dr. Prather invented his own TMJ adjusting techniques as a first-year Chiropractic student because his friend tried to commit suicide three times due to TMJ pain. —Why Holistic Integration has such a high success rate with TMJ. And why Dr. Prather says you can never get the jaw into place if you don't have the Atlas in place first. —The natural supplements that Dr. Prather finds helpful for TMJ. —The connection between emotions and TMJ. And why TMJ issues are heavily linked to suicide and treatment-resistant depression. —The symptoms of TMJ, including: jaw pain, headaches, ear ache, neck pain, sore muscles, facial pain, tooth pain, chronic fatigue, depression, sleep disorders, and even decreased libido. And why TMJ symptoms are a "vicious cycle" that perpetuate the TMJ. —How Holistic Integration treats people who come from all over the country because they are suffering from Craniocervical Instability. —The surprising connection between the pelvis and the jaw. And Dr. Dodge's clinical observation of a potential connection between a woman's monthly cycle and TMJ. —Why GENTLE, non-force Chiropractic adjusting techniques are necessary for TMJ. And the helpful corrective exercises patients are given AFTER their jaw is correctly aligned. —How Rapid Release is "an amazing" device used at Holistic Integration that helps TMJ. And the effectiveness of the Auriculotherapy (or Ear Acupuncture) treatment used at Holistic Integration for TMJ. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

This Wednesday, October 23rd, Dr. Prather will be speaking at a FREE Open House seminar on Holistic Integration's Holistic Heart program. This week, we feature some of our Holistic Heart patient success stories. In this episode, you'll discover: —The philosophy behind Holistic Heart and how it integrates Structure-Function Care and the medical model for the best patient outcomes. —How our Holistic Heart program is designed to give our patients safe, non-invasive, and medically-sound cardiac care that is more than just stents and statins. —The unique diagnostic tests Dr. Prather orders for patients that most cardiologists do not do. —The shocking study from the National Institutes of Health study that revealed stents and bypass surgeries are NOT effective for long-term heart health outcomes. —The ECP External CounterPulsation Therapy developed 60 years ago by Harvard and how it duplicates 5 years of marathon training for the heart in just 7 weeks. And the touching story of how Dr. Prather came to bring this treatment into his office. —How Magnesium for men and Potassium for women are "absolutely critical" for those situations where a person dies suddenly and unexpectedly from a heart attack. —What the research-grade Autonomic Nervous System test reveals about the nervous system, circulatory system, and heart function. And how Dr. Prather's office is the only one that offers this diagnostic in Indianapolis. —How Debra says that the Holistic Heart program has given her "hope" after her husband Lee surprised his cardiologist when his heart function improved by 10% after doing External CounterPulsation Therapy at Holistic Integration. —The amazing story of Natalie and John who came to see Dr. Prather without an appointment after leaving two different hospitals. And how Dr. Prather was able to provide John relief from pain that very first day. —Plus, we talk about how you can be a part of our FREE Holistic Heart Open House event with Dr. Prather on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6 p.m. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

Dr. Prather has a high success rate in treating Peripheral Neuropathy, which he says is "unusual". In this episode, find out: —How Diabetes is the most common reason for Peripheral Neuropathy, where a Diabetic has a 50% chance of having Neuropathy. And how it is "rare" to go through Chemotherapy without experiencing Neuropathy as a side-effect. —The connection between Neuropathy and Free Radical Pathology. And how getting Free Radicals under control is also a key to slowing down the aging process and preventing diseases such as Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer. —Why Dr. Prather says he believes one of the reasons for his success in treating Peripheral Neuropathy is because his office addresses the viruses (like the Coxsackie B virus) affecting the nervous system. —How prescription drugs, especially Statin drugs, can be a major contributor to Neuropathy. And how even some of the nerve drugs prescribed for Neuropathy can actually CAUSE Neuropathy. —The Diathermy treatment that Dr. Prather says is "like a magic formula" for Neuropathy and a key reason for his success rate in treating the condition. —The stories of how Dr. Prather has helped many Neuropathy patients to avoid amputations. —How the Chinese liniments used at Holistic Integration can often provide immediate pain relief for Neuropathy. And the reason Dr. Prather does not use the Capsacin liniments more commonly used for Neuropathy. —Why Chiropractic and Acupuncture are helpful for treating Neuropathy. And the lifestyle changes recommended for Neuropathy patients, including smoking cessation, exercise, and proper nutritional support through diet. —The necessary diagnostics for Neuropathy. And how Dr. Prather is able to even detect Neuropathy early before the patients are even complaining about their symptoms. —Plus, we reveal the details about how you can be a part of our FREE Holistic Heart Open House event with Dr. Prather on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6 p.m. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com