Vitality Made Simple with Dr. Debbie Ozment: Hope for Parkinson's Disease
by Martha Carlin December 22, 2023
You are in for a treat! Inspired by love for her husband, Martha has been relentless in her pursuit to understand and unravel complex health challenges, starting with Parkinson’s Disease. Curious, tireless, and fearless, she intensely investigates the gut microbiome as a root cause for so-called “hopeless” diseases. Her discoveries can enhance your vitality and your relationships!
In the conversation, Martha shares her inspiring journey as a citizen scientist, motivated by her husband's diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. She discusses her deep dive into the microbiome's role in health, particularly concerning Parkinson’s and long COVID. Through her research and discoveries, she emphasizes the importance of gut health and nutrition in addressing complex health issues.
Candy is everywhere this time of year: bowls at the office, bowls at school, bowls by the front door. And when kids see their peers walking around with bags or buckets full of sweets, it feels almost impossible to say no. But what if we reframed Halloween—not by taking away the fun, but by showing kids (and reminding ourselves) what’s really happening inside their bodies? That’s where gut-healthy Halloween ideas come in.
Many people think gut health is just about digestion—but the truth runs deeper. From leaky gut to gluten fears to stool test confusion, we explore 10 common gut health myths, what science actually says, and how to support your gut with wisdom, not hype.