Func Med Nation - A podcast for Functional and Integrative Medicine practitioners.

035 | Guest Series: A Personal Conversation with Dr. McGill (Part 2)

In this captivating episode of the Func Med Nation podcast, host Dr. Steve Noseworthy engages in an in-depth conversation with Dr. Stuart McGill, a professor emeritus from the University of Waterloo and a world-renowned expert in spine function and rehabilitation. Together, they explore Dr. McGill's vast career spanning over three decades, during which he has contributed significantly to understanding lumbar function and back pain.
Dr. McGill shares his professional journey and personal philosophy on health and fitness, highlighted by inspiring anecdotes involving professional athletes and ordinary individuals who have transformed their lives under his guidance. The dialogue transitions from traditional discussions about biomechanics to broader life lessons, touching upon critical misconceptions and the importance of personalized health approaches.
Tune in for a unique episode that looks beyond conventional views on back pain, as Dr. McGill provides insights into optimizing health, understanding one’s body, and striving for holistic well-being. This is an episode rich with knowledge, humor, and yes, a few words about Dr. McGill's famous mustache.
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034V | Guest Series: A Conversation with Dr. McGill (Part 1)

Join Dr. Steve Noseworthy as he engages in a captivating conversation with Dr. Stuart McGill, a preeminent figure in spine function, injury prevention, and rehabilitation. In this episode, Dr. McGill, a professor emeritus at the University of Waterloo, shares his life's journey, from his extensive academic achievements to his personal commitment to health and fitness.
Explore Dr. McGill's philosophy on maintaining an active lifestyle, his views on training methodologies, and his dedication to helping both athletes and everyday individuals enhance their physical capabilities. Learn how his unique approach to movement competency and body mechanics can transform not just the lives of his patients but also anyone seeking to improve their overall wellness.
This episode is packed with inspiring stories, wisdom on enduring life's physical demands, and engaging anecdotes, including a lighthearted discussion about Dr. McGill's iconic mustache. Don't miss the opportunity to gain valuable insights into achieving a balanced, fulfilling life through enhanced movement and fitness strategies.
Dr. McGill on the Web.

034A | Guest Series: Dr. Stuart McGill (Part 1)

Join Dr. Steve Noseworthy as he engages in a captivating conversation with Dr. Stuart McGill, a preeminent figure in spine function, injury prevention, and rehabilitation. In this episode, Dr. McGill, a professor emeritus at the University of Waterloo, shares his life's journey, from his extensive academic achievements to his personal commitment to health and fitness.
Explore Dr. McGill's philosophy on maintaining an active lifestyle, his views on training methodologies, and his dedication to helping both athletes and everyday individuals enhance their physical capabilities. Learn how his unique approach to movement competency and body mechanics can transform not just the lives of his patients but also anyone seeking to improve their overall wellness.
This episode is packed with inspiring stories, wisdom on enduring life's physical demands, and engaging anecdotes, including a lighthearted discussion about Dr. McGill's iconic mustache. Don't miss the opportunity to gain valuable insights into achieving a balanced, fulfilling life through enhanced movement and fitness strategies.
Dr. McGill on the Web.

033 - GUEST SERIES: Dr. Russell Jaffe MD PhD - Inflammation is a Repair Deficit

Send us a text Discover how Dr. Russell Jaffe, a highly esteemed MD-PhD, embarked on an extraordinary journey from traditional Western medicine to embracing eclectic health philosophies. Listen as Dr. Jaffe shares his transformative experiences, from a surprising seven-year apprenticeship in traditional Chinese medicine to integrating yoga and Ayurveda into his practice. These pivotal moments reshaped his medical perspective, emphasizing the significance of blending diverse medical beliefs fo...

032 - GUEST SERIES: Drs. Melillo and Scire (Part 3): Immunoception - the Brain’s Role in Monitoring and Managing Immunology

Send us a text In part 3 of my ongoing conversations with Drs. Melillo and Scire we dive deep into Immunoception and how the brain monitors and manages the immune system. It should come as no surprise that if the brain controls movement, cognition, emotion, visceral and hormone functions, it should influence the immune system too. Yet as a community, we hardly ever think of the brain's role in recurrent infections, Loss of Tolerance and autoimmunity. We all leave our basic education with jus...

031 | The Power of Xylitol and Being Sued by the FTC for ”misleading information” - A conversation with Nate Jones (founder of Xlear Inc.)

Send us a text Nate Jones is the founder and president of Xlear Inc, producers of Xlear nasal spray used to manage sinus and ear infections. But recently, the Federal Trade Commission advised Nate that his company was being sued for misleading information regarding their products, a charge he vehemently denies. Join the conversation as I ask Nate about the court case and the dangerous precedent this would set for supplement manufacturers and natural medicine practitioners. Of course, we talk...

030 | GUEST SERIES: Dr. Rob Melillo and Dr. Peter Scire (Part 2) - Finding and Fixing Brain Imbalances in Adults and Children

Send us a text In Part 2 of my conversation with developmental experts Drs. Rob Melillo and Peter Scire we delve into how brain asymmetries develop and how they can create not only kids on the "spectrum" but adults with tendencies to anxiety, depression and OCD. We discuss Interoception and the Insular Cortex and its role in controlling immune over activation, autonomic responses and highlight how all of the Vagal activation therapies common to Func Med are really using the Vagal system to a...

029 | GUEST SERIES: Disconnected Kids - An interview with Autism author and clinician Dr. Rob Melillo and functional neurology expert Dr. Peter Scire

Send us a text The last few decades have seen an explosion in the rates of ADD, ADHD and Autism that has left families and individuals devastated and hopeless. Join me as I interview author, researcher and clinician Dr. Rob Melillo about the 3rd edition of his best selling book Disconnected Kids. Through Disconnected kids, Dr. Melillo has encouraged parents around the world with a message of hope, and basic tools for self-help. And through his postgraduate courses (The Melillo Method)...

028 | GUEST SERIES: Accurate and Reliable Gene testing for cancer and CVD risk. An interview with Dahlia Attia-King (Founder and CEO of Panacea)

Send us a text Dahlia is the Founder and CEO of Panacea and has a BS in Biology and Chemistry from the University of Miami. Dahlia’s experience working for genetic laboratories exposed her to the reality that very few patients were able to access valuable preventative genetic tests. She learned quickly that the lack of insurance coverage for genetic testing and thus physician hesitancy to order testing were the most inhibitory barriers. With an additional 6 years in Healthcare Tech, Dah...

027 | Immunoception (Part 2): How the Brain Monitors and Modulates the Immune System - with special guest Dr. Peter Scire

Send us a text In part two of this 2-part interview Peter and I talk about the clinical presentation of Immunoceptive Dysregulation and the value of harnessing the Vagal system, Cerebellum and Frontal Lobes as therapy. LINKS Dr. Scire's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/DrPeterScire?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=1bbea1de-fb0a-4b2c-b15d-5e4bb31ffe13 Dr. Melillo's Neurodevelopmental Courses: https://www.drrobertmelillo.com/courses/ Links to Immunoception papers: https://www.nature.com...