The Green Wisdom Health Show with Dr. Stephen and Janet Lewis

What does it mean to eat stress free? Basically, eating clean is the best way to eat and creates the less stress. Clean eating will produce the following when you eat foods as close to their natural state as possible:   Decreases inflammationLowers AcidityAlkalizes the bodyControls blood sugar levelsRemoves toxins and artificial ingredientsProvides optimum nutrients Clean eating is great for these types of people: Dealing with food allergiesHeart disease or cardiovascular issuesArthritisDigestive DysfunctionInsomniaDepression or AnxietyLeaky Gut Syndrome All forms of chronic disease   Products mentioned in today’s Show: Deeper Greens - Deeper Greens helps patients overcome diets lacking in the recommended fruits and vegetables a day, as stated by the National Cancer Institute. Deeper Greens is a convenient drink mix providing beneficial nutrients from berries, fruits, vegetables and greens to support a healthy diet. This complete formula combines concentrated fruits and berries along with a unique vegetable antioxidant blend to help build antioxidant reserves and protect the body from free radical

Symptoms of Hypothyroidism: Persistent fatigue, lethargy, or depressionLow motivation to exerciseMoodiness, AnxietyBrain fog, trouble concentrating, forgetfulnessIntolerance to cold, frequently feeling chillyA hoarse voiceUnexplainable weight gainConstipation, bloating and other digestive issuesMuscle weakness, aches or pains, other discomfortsDry hair and skin Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism: Insomnia, sleep troublesNervousness, symptoms of anxietyRacing heartEyes that appear large and sometimes bulgeUnexplained weight lossMuscle weaknessMultiple bowel movementsHigh amounts of perspirationThin, brittle hair Product mentioned on today’s show: Bacopa 320 - This high-strength standardized whole plant Bacopa monnieri extract CDRI 08® is clinically demonstrated to support working memory and retention

Listen today to find out what the most common health questions are and the answers to them in this episode! Questions like: Is my cell phone killing me?Can Vitamin D really save my life? Do you really need to take four times the recommended daily dose?Is it okay to cleanse your body by fasting from time to time?Can I trust my tap water? Does it make any difference if I buy bottled water?Is my microwave giving me cancer?How long am I contagious when I have the flu or cold? Find out the answers to these questions and all about the new products we are now carrying and what they replace. Product mentioned in today’s show: Ultra D3 & K2 - Clinical research suggests that the combination of vitamin D3 plus K2 together help provide support for healthy cardiovascular function, bone health, and immune system function.

What gut type are you? There are specific gut types that create certain environments in your gut. They are as follows: Candida Gut –      The bad habit - Ice Cream, Cookies, Cupcakes and more!           Emotional Profile – Worrisome, Anxious, Obsessive Gastric Gut – The bad habit – Inhaling your food (and large portions of it) Emotional Profile – Fiery, passionate, reactive Stressed Gut – The bad habit – Overdoing the coffee and booze Emotional Profile – Type-A workaholics Immune Gut – The bad habit – Popping antibiotics every time you feel sick Emotional Profile – Impatient, frequently frustrated, quick to anger Toxic Gut – The bad habit – Eating processed or fast food Emotional Profile – Impatient, frequently frustrated, quick to anger Product Mentioned in Today’s Show: Stress Response - A comprehensive formula of nutrients and botanicals with demonstrated and unique neuro-supportive effects creates a robust and multifactorial approach to support daily brain health and function.

Stress is affecting your quality of life by: It is messing with your brainIncreases risk of heart attack, heart disease and strokeStress dials down your immune systemChronic stress contributes to agingContributing to weight gain and digestive disordersChronic stress affects your mood and relationshipsStress increases painStress affects sexuality and reproductive functionsChronic stress affects your skin, hair and teethStress contributes to addiction Product mentioned in today’s show: Core Support - Core Support helps maintain Phase II detoxification by providing protein, fiber and nutrients to promote normal detoxification function. Lab Mentioned in Today’s Show: Comprehensive Panel - Comprehensive Panel w Consult panel contains 13 tests with 102 biomarkers.

What are the symptoms of tachycardia? A racing, uncomfortable or irregular heartbeatFeeling short of breathFeeling lightheadedFaintingHaving a fast pulseChest pain In serious cases where tachycardia is left untreated, it can cause: Heart AttacksUnconsciousnessFatigueDamage to the heart muscle In rare cases, complications may include blood clots, stroke, heart failure and sudden death. Product Mentioned on Today’s Show: Methyl CPG - is a comprehensive formula that includes targeted amounts of five key nutrients designed to support methylation and homocysteine balance in the body Lab Mentioned in Today’s Show: Comprehensive Panel - Comprehensive Panel w Consult panel contains 13 tests with 102 biomarkers.

Symptoms of SIBO and IBS include: NauseaBloatingVomitingDiarrheaMalnutritionWeight LossJoint PainFatigueRashesAcneEczemaAsthmaDepressionRosacea Lab Mentioned in Today’s Show: Comprehensive Panel - The GWH - 3. Comprehensive Panel w Consult panel contains 13 tests with 102 biomarkers. Product Mentioned in Today’s Show: Lauricidin - Monolaurin is a natural, plant-based medium chain saturated fatty acid extracted from coconut oil that offers unique health-promoting properties.* When taken on an ongoing basis, Lauricidin® may help support a strong immune defense*, support a natural balance of healthy bacteria*, and promote a healthy balance of yeast*.

Causes of Arthritis/Osteoarthritis Genetic SusceptibilityWeightInjuryOveruseInfectionsRheumatoid ArthritisGoutUric Acid Buildup Natural Products that can help with joint pain or arthritis: Chondro-Flx - Cartilage is composed of collagen fibers that impart tensile strength, and proteoglycan molecules (especially chondroitin) that serve as a cushion for joint impact. Lifestyle factors and age can both contribute to a breakdown of healthy cartilage and lead to discomfort, which can lead to nutrient and fluid deprivation of the affected articular cartilage. While most other therapies simply block the pain of joint discomfort, the ingredients in Chondro-Flx address the root cause of joint discomfort and provide the precursors that enhance cartilage synthesis for healthy joints and connective tissue. Traumeric - is a synergistic formula of natural ingredients to improve musculoskeletal health and boost joint movement Lab Panel for Today’s Show: Comprehensive Lab - contains 13 tests with 102 biomarkers. This panel includes Dr. Lewis' consultation services and recommendations. Please complete the health survey at https://www.greenwisdomhealth.com/health-survey/

An oxalate are chemical compounds found in many green vegetables and other “healthy” foods. Your body produces them as waste products as well. Glutathione is your body’s master antioxidant and detoxifier. It is vital for metabolizing the toxins. Some examples of the damage that can be done by glutathione deficiency include: Inability to repair DNAToxin and heavy metal accumulationGreatly reduced ability to detoxifyReduced oxygen and nutrient supply to cells Lack of glutathione and to many oxalates can create the following symptoms: Kidney StonesBurning UrinationInterstitial CystitisChronic CandidaCOPD/AsthmaChronic FatigueCystic FibrosisHormonal BalanceChild Developmental Disorders, including Autism Products mentioned in today’s show: GlutaShield - The ingredients in GlutaShield help regenerate and maintain GI enterocytes while supporting the health of the intestinal mucosal barrier.

5 Benefits of Probiotic Supplement: Improves Mental HealthSupports DigestionBoosts Immune FunctionPromote Weight LossEnhances Skin Health How do you choose the right probiotic? Brand QualityHigh CFU countSurvivability and strain diversityPrebiotics and supplementary ingredientsStability and organism typesSugarLiving vs. dead Probiotics mentioned in todays show: Probiotic 225 - is a maximum-strength probiotic for cases of acute gastrointestinal (GI) and immune challenges. Going beyond the threshold of traditional probiotic support, high dose probiotics influence gut health and immunity in ways lower-dose probiotics cannot. Shown to activate over 1,700 genes involved in immune and inflammatory signaling, high-dose probiotics support a healthy, balanced immune response. Delivering 225 billion active probiotic cultures per packet, Probiotic 225 creates a rapid response to reset the immune system and maintain normal inflammatory balance.

Each week it seems as if a new fad or health solution is reported. Here are just a few of the “Myths” we will address on this show: Saturated fat is bad for youThe keto diet is dangerousBuying organic isn’t worth the costTo much protein is hard on the kidneys and liverAll fish is healthyCholesterol is bad and eggs are unhealthyEating five to six small meals a day stimulates metabolismSodium is always bad for youAll sugar is badYou can make up for a bad diet with supplementsTo control your weight, the only effective method is counting calories Product mentioned in today’s show: Lauricidin - Monolaurin is a natural, plant-based medium chain saturated fatty acid extracted from coconut oil that offers unique health-promoting properties.* When taken on an ongoing basis, Lauricidin® may help support a strong immune defense*, support a natural balance of healthy bacteria*, and promote a healthy balance of yeast Lab mentioned in today’s show: Comprehensive Lab -  The GWH - 3. Comprehensive Panel w Consult panel contains 13 tests with 102 biomarkers.

Each week it seems as if a new fad or health solution is reported. Here are just a few of the “Myths” we will address on this show: Saturated fat is bad for youThe keto diet is dangerousBuying organic isn’t worth the costTo much protein is hard on the kidneys and liverAll fish is healthyCholesterol is bad and eggs are unhealthyEating five to six small meals a day stimulates metabolismSodium is always bad for youAll sugar is badYou can make up for a bad diet with supplementsTo control your weight, the only effective method is counting calories Product mentioned in today’s show: Lauricidin - Monolaurin is a natural, plant-based medium chain saturated fatty acid extracted from coconut oil that offers unique health-promoting properties.* When taken on an ongoing basis, Lauricidin® may help support a strong immune defense*, support a natural balance of healthy bacteria*, and promote a healthy balance of yeast Lab mentioned in today’s show: Comprehensive Lab -  The GWH - 3. Comprehensive Panel w Consult panel contains 13 tests with 102 biomarkers.

There are eight ways toxins damage our bodies: Toxins poison enzymes so they don’t work properlyToxins displace structural minerals, resulting in weaker bonesDamage to organsDamage to DNA, which increase the rate of aging and degenerationToxins modify gene expressionDamage to cell membranes so they don’t respond properlyToxins interfere with hormones and cause imbalancesToxins can actually impair your ability to detoxify Lab mentioned in today’s show: Comprehensive Lab Panel -contains 13 tests with 102 biomarkers Product mentioned in today’s show: Reacted Magnesium -  includes three forms of highly absorbable magnesium for a variety of protocols.

Signs of an immune system problem: Low EnergyMetabolic Issues like weight gainDigestive IssuesBlood Sugar IssuesSporadic IrritabilityOccasional RestlessnessMild Inflammation Most Common Factors That Contribute to a Weakened Immune System: Heavy MetalsPesticides/HerbicidesHormonal ImbalancesPoor Digestive Health Product Mentioned in Today’s Show: Lauridin -Monolaurin is a natural, plant-based medium chain saturated fatty acid extracted from coconut oil that offers unique health-promoting properties. Lab Panel Mentioned for Immune System: Comprehensive Panel with Consult - contains 13 tests with 102 biomarkers. This panel includes Dr. Lewis' consultation services and recommendations. Please complete the health survey at https://www.greenwisdomhealth.com/health-survey/

Signs you may be aging poorly: Joint PainFatigue and Bad Sleep HabitsChronic InflammationBrain FogWeight GainVaricose VeinsSkin and Appearance ChangesDementiaDigestive IssuesHearing Loss Products Mentioned in Today’s Show: Membrin - provides vinpocetine and ginkgo biloba to support cerebral blood circulation, decrease excitotoxicity and scavenge damaging free radicals. Core Restore 7 Day Detox - This powerful trio of specialized formulas provides essential micronutrients, phytonutrients, and a source of easily digested, low-allergen protein that purifies the liver and fuel optimal biotransformation Lab Mentioned in Today’s Show: Comprehensive Panel - w Consult panel contains 13 tests with 102 biomarkers.

Some of the causes of childhood obesity: Portion sizesSchool lunchAbsence of healthy fatsConsumption of sugary and ultra-processed foodsLack of physical activityStress on parents and kids Solutions for childhood obesity Start with a healthy breakfastPack school lunchesGet involved at schoolCook meals at homeLimit TV timeMake time for physical activityBe supportive and show by example Products mentioned in today’s show: GlycemaCORE - GlycemaCORE is a drink mix formula that supports blood sugar balance already within normal levels. GlycemaCORE provides fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, lipoic acid, chromium and vanadyl sulfate, with no added sugar. GlycemaCORE is available in delicious chocolate and vanilla flavors. 5-HTP 100mg. - (5-hydroxytryptophan) is an amino acid that plays an important role in the production of serotonin, a neurotransmitter known to be associated with the feeling of well-being. In addition to supporting a healthy mental outlook and mood,

The question is not if you should do a detox….. It’s When! You have an insatiable sweet toothYou are experiencing digestive distressAllergies are no longer “seasonal” and happen oftenYou don’t feel healthy despite eating cleanYou have skin problemsYou are always exhaustedYou aren’t as mentally sharpYour joints are always soreYour constantly stressedJust the thought of a detox gives you anxietyYou struggle to lose weightYour hormones are out of whackYour breath and body odor are not so freshYour sleep patterns are offYou are anxious and/or depressedYou often get cold sores Products mentioned in today’s show: Core Support - The liver is the body’s main detoxification organ which provides enzyme systems that safely process and remove xenobiotics (foreign chemical substances) out of the body, as well as unhealthy hormone metabolites PhytoCore - The specialized blend of nutrients in PhytoCore has been shown to support Phase I and II liver detoxification and boost liver health

Beauty From The Inside Did you know that beauty on the outside starts with beauty on the inside? There are natural ways you can achieve this. Here are just a few ideas: Use Probiotics – they are tied to improved immunity, hormonal control, appetite regulation and energy levels. They can help your nervous system deal with toxins like parasites, viruses, yeast and bad bacteriaQuality Omega-3 Supplement – Omega-3’s are loaded with healthy fatty acids that help keep skin moisturized and elastic. They also help regulate hormone function, nervous system health and immune functionCollagen protein is one of the best natural skin care supplements available today. Collagen helps build healthy skin cells and helps keep youthful elasticity, softness and firmness.Drink plenty of water because water makes up about 70 percent of your body and a very large portion of your skin.Get good sleep and lower your stress – you should know that “beauty sleep” is more than just a silly saying. A good night’s sleep is truly where the magic happens! Products mentioned in todays show: CollaGen -  FORTIGEL® has been shown in human studies to stimulate collagen regeneration, type II collagen and aggrecan, which all help to maintain healthy connective tissue. Core Support - helps maintain Phase II detoxification by providing protein, fiber and nutrients to promote normal detoxification function.

Brain Fog, Anxiety and Memory Symptoms Usually Include: Low Energy or Fatigue (Including Chronic Fatigue Syndrome)ConfusionHeadachesTrouble SleepingIrritabilityTrouble ConcentratingAnxietyInsomnia – trouble sleeping though the nightDifficulty SleepingLow Motivation, feeling hopeless or mildly depressed Core Support - The ingredients included in Core Support were chosen for their ability to support one of the six pathways of phase II detoxification. N-acetyl cysteine along with glycine and taurine are well-known amino acids for their role in supporting the liver. Membrin - provides vinpocetine and ginkgo biloba to support cerebral blood circulation, decrease excitotoxicity and scavenge damaging free radicals. In addition, vinpocetine has specifically been shown to inhibit phosphodiesterase, and therefore helps increase cerebrovascular blood flow and improve memory.  Comprehensive Lab Panel - The GWH - 3. Comprehensive Panel w Consult panel contains 13 tests with 102 biomarkers.

Stress and Diabetes Stress related Diabetes can lead to these health complications which include: Heart DiseaseHigh Blood PressureBlindnessKidney DiseaseNervous System DiseaseAmputationsDental DiseasePregnancy complications Products mentioned for Stress: Cerenity - • Supports a State of Calmness and Relaxation • Increases Serotonin and GABA Production in the Brain • Addresses Neurotransmitter Signaling Systems • Supports Occasional Sleeplessness Cerevive - • Designed to Support Mood and Brighten Mental Outlook • Supports the Production of the Neurotransmitters Serotonin, GABA, Dopamine, Norepinephrine and Epinephrine • Supports Calming Alpha Brain Wave Activity • Addresses Neurotransmitter Signaling Systems Products mentioned for Blood Sugar: GlycemaCORE - • Supports Blood Sugar Balance Already Within Normal Levels • Strengthens Cardiovascular Health Reacted Chromium - • Provides Highly Absorbed Chromium for a Variety of Protocols • Supports Blood Sugar Balance Already Within Normal Levels • Maintains Healthy Insulin Balance Lab Mentioned in Today’s Show: Comprehensive Lab Panel - contains 13 tests with 102 bio-markers. This panel includes Dr. Lewis' consultation services and recommendations. Please complete the health survey at https://