The Voice of Health with Dr. Robert Prather

'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

A recent article in the AARP Magazine inspired Dr. Prather to talk about this topic because he didn’t like what the article said. In this episode, we talk about: —How the summer COVID numbers indicate "a very high" amount of cases expected as we enter into Fall and Winter. —Why the vaccines actually create new COVID variants. And how the COVID vaccine has been shown to be neither safe or effective. —How to build your immunity and protect yourself from COVID. And the diagnostics you should get annually to find out the exact state of your health and immune system. —The importance of checking your Vitamin D levels since 85% of deaths from COVID could have been prevented had their Vitamin D levels been in the proper range. And the Vitamin D level Dr. Prather describes as a "super immunity" number. —The "huge" impact of Iodine on your immune system. And the optimal (and identical) ranges for Iodine and Vitamin D. —How the loss of taste and smell from COVID is an indication of low Zinc. And the natural Zinc delivery system Dr. Prather uses in his office that actually works better than Ivermectin. —Dr. Prather's recommendation of IV Therapy with Vitamin C when you have COVID. And why Structure-Function Care is "really important" because that's where you're going to get a boosting of yours immune system. —Why Dr. Prather calls Venus Fly Trap and Iridodial "like a magic formula" for helping with COVID, which "hardly anybody else has talked about". —The shocking number of people that Dr. Prather estimates who are truly dealing with Long COVID symptoms. And the symptoms of Long COVID, including: extreme fatigue, shortness of breath, cognitive changes, sleep disturbances, depression, anxiety, digestive issues, new allergies, and joint pain. —Why Kidney problems were a major factor in determining how hard someone would be hit by COVID and are also being seen after COVID. And how Dr. Prather's office is "really, really good at fixing the Kidneys" and "probably has the best results in the country". http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

Structure-Function Health Care (as opposed to Disease Care) is a non-pharmaceutical and safe approach to health for pregnant Moms. In this episode, you'll learn: —Why Structure-Function Care is important for women BEFORE they get pregnant in order to detox the body from heavy metal toxicities or deal with certain gut infections that can't really be dealt with during pregnancy. —How Zinc deficiency can cause Infertility and impact the development of the baby. —The emphasis of diagnostics at Holistic Integration and the reason diagnostics are even more important in the Structure-Function Health Care Model compared to the Disease Care Model. And the shocking fact about how "reference ranges" on lab tests have NOTHING to do with your health. —How almost all women become Anemic during pregnancy. And how Anemia can impact the immune system and intelligence of the developing baby. —The correlation of kidney health to pre-eclampsia and eclampsia. And how to avoid these conditions through proper protein intake. —The value of eating liver (or taking liver capsules!) while pregnant for the health of the baby. And what the placenta reveals about the health of the pregnancy. —How Hemorrhoids can be avoided during pregnancy. And where Hemorrhoids come from. (Not there!) —Why Iodine has been proven to be the biggest factor in your child's I.Q. And its impact on the child's future Thyroid health. —Why nutritional supplementation is so important for pregnant women. And why Dr. Prather says prenatal vitamins are "the bare minimum" required. —The importance for Chiropractic care during pregnancy to help women keep comfortable and have a smoother delivery. Plus, how there are "happy baby" Acupuncture points that help both Moms and babies. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

Both Democrats and Republicans agree that we have a health care crisis, with high costs and poor outcomes. This week, a fired-up Dr. Prather talks about a proven solution to this crisis. In this episode, you'll discover: —How America spends the most on health care, but has the worst outcomes when compared to all other industrialized nations. —The drug problem in America, both in terms of illicit drugs and an over-reliance on pharmaceuticals. And the problem of Polypharmacy, which impacts 40% of those over the age of 65 who are taking more than 4 prescription drugs. —Why Dr. Prather says that, if drugs and pharmaceuticals were the answer to our health care, then Americans should be the healthiest people on the planet. —The reason the news media aren't interested in reporting negative stories on pharmaceuticals. And the astonishing percentage of news media revenues that come directly from Big Pharma. —Why Dr. Prather says he is actually "proud" of America's Disease Care, but that we're missing the necessary Structure-Function Care which should be our source of primary care for best patient results. —How Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Illinois did a 10-year study that proved the health care model used in Dr. Prather's office lowers health care costs by 60%, while improving patient outcomes by 85%. And why the pharmaceutical companies oppose this health care model because it resulted in an 80% reduction in pharmaceutical costs. —The importance of Health Savings Accounts (HSA's) in health care reform to put the power in the hands of the patients, not government or insurance company bureaucrats. —How we can have better pharmaceutical drugs and a more innovative pharmaceutical industry through smart regulatory reform. —Why pharmaceutical industry "capture" of the very government agencies regulating them is such a problem. —Plus, how you can attend Dr. Prather's speech on this subject at the Trinity Health Expo on Saturday, September 28th at 1 p.m. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

At Holistic Integration, we are inspired daily by the success stories of our patients. This week, we share with you three of our favorite stories from this year and also talk with Julie Kline of the Trinity Health Freedom Expo about their upcoming event. In this episode, you'll find out: —The reason Dr. Prather "knows" a patient is improving based on objective lab tests and exams that prove they are getting better, usually even before they start to feel a change in their symptoms. —How Erin lost 70 pounds and also experienced a "night and day" improvement in her mental health through the Holistic Integration DTS Fat Loss Program. —What healthy fat loss looks like and the "critical" importance of diagnostics. —Why a Dentist who came to Holistic Integration called the CranioSacral Therapy he received to be "cathartic" and "freeing". —The conditions that benefit from CranioSacral Therapy, including: Autism, Migraines, ADD/ADHD, football concussion syndrome. And how the brain can "actually regenerate" when the Cerebrospinal fluid flow is moving correctly. —How Jayne, a retired doctor, was facing a leg amputation from a wound that would not heal...until she came to Holistic Integration. —Why Laser Acupuncture is effective for wound healing. —Plus, you'll find out how you can hear Dr. Robert Prather speak about "The Solution To Our Health Crisis" by attending the Trinity Health Freedom Expo on September 28th and 29th at the Plainfield, Indiana Embassy Suites Hotel and Conference Center. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

Indiana has an Iodine deficiency. And the list of symptoms associated with Iodine deficiency is LONG. In this episode,we talk about: --Why the Midwest used to be called "The Goiter Belt". And why only 5% of the patients coming through Dr. Prather's office have a normal Thyroid. --The MANY symptoms of low Iodine, including: fatigue, apathy, depression, irritability, weight gain, constipation, menstrual issues, premenstrual syndrome, infertility, insomnia, low libido, carpal tunnel syndrome, sensitivity to cold and heat, recurring infections, high cholesterol, anxiety, panic attacks, poor memory and concentration, anemia, slow healing, hoarse voice, tingling hands and feet, hair loss, dry skin and hair, headaches, water retention, dry eyes, and blurred vision. --How patients have been told by other doctors that their Thyroid is fine, but Dr. Prather finds the tests have not been thorough enough. --The difference between Structure-Function Health Care (like what is used at Holistic Integration) and Disease Care when interpreting bloodwork. --How Iodine is important for muscle development, proper organ function, the entire endocrine system, the brain, and has "a far-reaching effect on every cell of the body”. --The importance of Iodine for a baby's growth and development, along with the I.Q. of a child. --Why Iodine is "essential" for weight loss. And how Iodine prevents flabby muscles and promotes good muscle tone. --The necessity of proper Zinc levels and proper Liver function for the body to utilize and absorb Iodine. --The way Iodine helps stop infections as an antiseptic, killing bacteria and fungals when put on cuts. And when taken internally, it helps keep infections down. --The "big area that is often missed" of low Iodine kicking off hyperestrogenism in females, which increases a woman's risk of cancer and is associated with premenstrual syndrome. And how Iodine is the cure for Fibrocystic breast disease and is helpful with endometriosis. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

Chiropractic Care is not only helpful for injury recovery, but for preventing future injury and improving performance. This week, we're joined by Holistic Integration's own Dr. Dodge to talk about how Chiropractic care can help you maximize motion and performance in work and at play. In this episode, you'll learn: —Why Structure-Function Care is necessary for Homeostasis and Homeostasis is the definition of both health and performance. —The reason Dr. Prather compares Structure-Function Care to an IndyCar team trying to achieve a race car's fullest potential. —The use of Structure-Function Care treatments like Chiropractic, Cupping, and Kinesio-tape by Olympic athletes. —How Holistic Integration utilizes a Chiropractic adjusting philosophy that looks for precise alignment and looks at lab tests differently by looking for optimal health ranges instead of the average ranges of lab reports. —The role of Chiropractic in helping to prevent repetitive motion injuries (or lack of motion or unusual motions) from your work and get you to peak performance. —How the ProMotion technology at Holistic Integration has research-proven protocols designed specifically for 18 different Sports like Baseball, Swimming, Tennis, Pickleball, Golf, and Yoga. —The three most common Sports played by adults (Running/Walking, Pickleball, and Golf) and how Chiropractic can help with injury prevention and improved performance. And the quick balance test that 75-80% of people cannot pass, including those who think they have good balance. —How superstar athletes such as Michael Phelps, Tiger Woods, Tom Brady, Michael Jordan, and Venus Williams considered Chiropractic care as an essential part of their performance. —Why your child or grandchild is probably using their school backpack incorrectly. And the maximum weight they SHOULD be carrying as a percentage of their body weight. —Plus, you'll hear from Chayoung, a patient at Holistic Integration, and how she "doesn't know where she would be" without Dr. Prather and his staff. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

Another school year has started, so this week we talk about ADHD, which is becoming more common and is a worsening problem. In this episode, you'll discover: —Why Dr. Prather says there are so many misconceptions about ADHD, such as "the kid just needs a good spanking". And how ADHD is a real brain disorder with a different structure than a normal brain, along with abnormal function of the brain. ——The importance of a Hair Analysis to determine any heavy metal toxicities that can be the root cause of ADHD. And how a lack of breastfeeding is "a huge factor", which results in a 5-times greater likelihood of having ADHD. —Why Dr. Prather says diet is "probably one of the most important" things for ADHD. And why children with ADHD should avoid food coloring and sugar ("which is like putting in rocket fuel" for a child with ADHD). —How children on pharmaceutical drugs to help control ADHD during the school year will actually stop growing, then will grow again when they go off the drugs over the summer. —The reason Dr. Prather says "Structure-Function Care is absolutely essential" in the treatment of ADHD. And why he lists Aluminum "especially" as a heavy metal toxicity and neurotoxin that can be an underlying cause of ADHD. —Why proper fatty acids are important for ADHD, which allows for repair and healing to the structure and function of the brain. And why it is actually a compliment if someone calls you a "fat head"! —How the brain CAN heal itself again "if you get the right nutrition". And the herbals, vitamins, and minerals Dr. Prather recommends for ADHD. —The moving story of a boy whom the teachers wanted to have medicated and put into a Special Education class until his Mom took him to Dr. Prather. And then, he became a straight A student. --Plus, learn how you can receive a free Nutritional consult from Holistic Integration by attending our "Nourish To Flourish" seminar this Wednesday, August 28th from 6 to 7 p.m. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

1-in-6 couples globally suffer from the heartbreak of Infertility, with the numbers being closer to 1-in-5 couples in America. But Dr. Prather has an amazing success record helping couples through the Structure-Function approach to health care. In this episode, find out: —Why the Structure-Function focus on getting people healthier is needed for Infertility because "a healthy person can have babies and an unhealthy person has trouble having babies". —The story of Dr. Prather's Chiropractor grandfather and his patients who found results for infertility through Chiropractic adjustments alone. —How Acupuncture "has the highest success rate of any treatment for infertility", particularly when it comes to helping underlying issues of inflammation and endometriosis. And how Dr. Prather even uses a special Acupuncture protocol to flip a breech baby into proper delivery position! —Why getting the Zinc-Copper ratio balanced out makes "a big difference in infertility". And the crucial role of Folic Acid, Vitamin D, and Iodine, which fertility clinics usually don't even look at. —How Infertility is an issue that requires BOTH the man and the woman to get healthy and is not just a female issue. —Why genetic defects can be prevented by focusing on the nutritional deficiencies during pregnancy. —How Dr. Prather's approach helps couples in all three phases: getting pregnant, avoiding miscarriage, and a smoother delivery. —The diagnostics Dr. Prather recommends to get to the root cause of fertility issues. —How you can do both IVF and Structure-Function Care at the same time, but Dr. Prather always encourages couples to try the natural approach first before going though the extreme expense and hardship of IVF. —And you will not want to miss the sweet and inspiring story of Seth and Rachel about how Holistic Integration helped them bring their newborn son, Cal, into the world. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com

20% of all females over the age of 50 have Osteoporosis. This week, Dr. Prather talks about how the Osteoporosis medications actually INCREASE the number of fractures in patients. In this episode, we talk about: —Why the pharmaceutical approach to Osteoporosis, which focuses on increasing bone density, doesn’t mean that denser bones are stronger or more flexible. —How the body needs a proper balance between the Osteoblasts that build bone and the Osteoclasts that destroy bone. And how the pharmaceuticals actually disturb the body's Homeostasis in this process. —The "tremendous number of side-effects from Osteoporosis medications, including: stomach irritation, severe muscle and bone pain, flu-like symptoms, spontaneous hip fractures, atrial fibrillation, hypocalcemia, fatigue, and kidney disease. And the dangerous osteonecrosis of the jaw, which Dr. Prather describes as "one of the worst" side-effects that "causes the jaw to dissolve". —How Osteoporosis is diagnosed through the DEXA Scan Bone Density test, which doesn’t measure strength or flexibility of the bones. And how Holistic Integration often finds Osteoporosis through their X-Rays that are reviewed by one of the top radiologists in the country. —Why the REMS Osteoporosis scan used in Europe is "much more accurate and has much less of an error rate". And the nefarious reason why it isn't being fully utilized in America. —The reason Dr. Prather says a Hair Analysis should be a standard diagnostic for Osteoporosis to evaluate the minerals and discover where the Osteoporosis is coming from. And how a Hair Analysis can show if you are headed towards Osteoporosis even before it can be picked up on X-Ray or DEXA Scan. —How "anytime you have Aluminum toxicity, you develop Osteoporosis". And the connection Dr. Prather has observed in his patients between low Iodine and Osteoporosis, which he's also noticed isn't talked about very often. —The minerals, herbals, homeopathics, and nutraceuticals that Dr. Prather uses in his office to help strengthen bones, which Dr. Prather describes as "an art" to come up with the correct individualized approach for each patient. —Why Collagen is critical for Osteoporosis. And the Natrum Naturals Collagen Gummies Dr. Prather helped develop because "everybody" should be taking Collagen to help reverse aging. —How inflammation produces chemicals that break down the bone and can lead to Osteoporosis. And the pharmaceuticals that cause Osteoporosis, including anti-inflammatories and antacids. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com