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🤝 WORK WITH MIKE Ready to take the next step with your health? Book a $1 discovery call with Mike Vera, MS, NBC-HWC. → https://bit.ly/3QDnWg7 Antidepressant withdrawal raises a question that can get lost when a prescription is written: who helps you when you want to stop? Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring joins Mike Vera to explain why he argues psychiatric care needs a plan beyond prescribing, drawing on his experience in drug safety and deprescribing. They discuss informed consent, long-term treatment, the benefits patients report, and what he considers when helping someone prepare to taper. A note before you listen: this conversation covers antidepressants, SSRIs, psychiatric medication withdrawal, and mental health. It is shared for educational purposes only and is not medical advice; it is not a recommendation to start, stop, or change any medication (make medication decisions with your prescribing clinician). If you are struggling or in crisis, support is available 24/7: in the US, call or text 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline), or text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line). Outside the US, contact your local emergency services or crisis line. 🔎 ABOUT THE GUEST — DR. JOSEF WITT-DOERRING Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring is a board-certified psychiatrist, co-founder, CEO, and Medical Director of TaperClinic. A former Medical Officer in the FDA's Division of Psychiatry, he works with patients navigating psychiatric medication side effects and withdrawal. He also hosts Side Effects with Dr. Josef. - TaperClinic: https://taperclinic.com/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taperclinic - Side Effects with Dr. Josef: https://taperclinic.podbean.com/ 📖 FREE — THE ANTIDEPRESSANT SIDE EFFECT THEY BURIED Read Mike's earlier conversation with Dr. David Healy on medication harms, informed consent, and withdrawal: → https://mikevera.substack.com/p/the-antidepressant-side-effect-they 🕒 HEALTHY & AWAKE® TIME MANAGEMENT Mike's $47 two-course bundle for protecting what matters and applying the system to one health routine. Includes Health Routine Head Start, lifetime access, and a 30-day money-back guarantee. → https://healthyandawake.com/time-management DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 The Missing Exit Plan 0:25 Why This Conversation Matters 2:24 Questioning the Chemical-Imbalance Explanation 6:49 Informed Consent and Long-Term Evidence 8:54 From Psychiatry to the FDA to Deprescribing 12:10 Healthy & Awake Time Management 13:27 The Pushback Against Deprescribing 16:06 Can Psychiatry Change? 19:50 Labels, Marketing, and Mental Health 23:57 What to Consider Before Coming Off Medication 28:19 Individualized Tapering and Withdrawal 31:27 Supplements, Cannabis, and Quick Fixes 34:34 Psychedelics, Therapy, and Integration 38:11 The Ketamine Clinic Question 38:42 Where to Find Josef's Work 39:11 Closing and Newsletter
Want Mike's help making sense of your health and choosing the right next step? Book a one-on-one discovery call for just $1: https://bit.ly/3QDnWg7 Chlorine dioxide is at the center of a fierce medical controversy: public warnings describe it as dangerous, while Pierre Kory argues that its history, chemistry, and therapeutic evidence tell a very different story. Kory joins Mike Vera, MS, NBC-HWC, host of the Healthy & Awake Podcast, to explain why he changed his mind after initially finding no clinical studies in PubMed, why he disputes the “bleach” framing, and how he believes oxidation can target pathogens while also discussing DMSO, ivermectin, institutional capture, medical disinformation, and whether public trust can be rebuilt. 🔎 ABOUT THE GUEST — DR. PIERRE D. KORY Dr. Pierre D. Kory, MD, MPA, is an internal medicine, pulmonary, and critical care physician. He previously served as an associate professor and chief of the Critical Care Service at the University of Wisconsin, co-founded the Front Line COVID-19 Critical Care Alliance and Leading Edge Clinic, and authored The War on Ivermectin and The War on Chlorine Dioxide. - The War on Chlorine Dioxide: https://waronchlorinedioxide.com/ - Pierre Kory's Medical Musings: https://pierrekorymedicalmusings.com/ - Leading Edge Clinic: https://drpierrekory.com/ 📖 FREE — HEALTHY & AWAKE ON SUBSTACK Read Mike's evidence-focused health investigations, podcast conversations, and practical ideas for thinking more clearly about your health. Free to read and subscribe: → https://mikevera.substack.com 🕒 HEALTHY & AWAKE® TIME MANAGEMENT Get the complete two-course bundle, including Health Routine Head Start, for $47 with lifetime access and a 30-day money-back guarantee. → https://healthyandawake.com/time-management — DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine.
Antidepressant informed consent is the question at the center of this conversation with Kim Witczak. After her husband Woody died five weeks after beginning Zoloft prescribed off-label for insomnia, Kim became an advocate for drug safety, transparency, and public accountability. She and Mike examine the patient’s role in a system shaped by pharmaceutical marketing, warning labels, social media, and FDA approval decisions. A note before you listen: this conversation covers antidepressants, pharmaceutical marketing, drug safety, and the subject of suicide. It is shared for educational purposes only and is not medical advice; it is not a recommendation to start, stop, or change any medication (make medication decisions with your prescribing clinician). If you are struggling or in crisis, support is available 24/7: in the US, call or text 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline), or text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line). Outside the US, contact your local emergency services or crisis line. 🔎 ABOUT THE GUEST — KIM WITCZAK Kim Witczak is a leading drug-safety advocate and speaker. Before becoming an advocate, she spent more than 25 years in advertising and marketing communications. She co-founded Woody Matters, testified before U.S. House and Senate panels, and spent nine years as a Consumer Representative on the FDA Psychopharmacologic Drugs Advisory Committee. Her advocacy helped bring black-box suicide warnings to antidepressants for children and young adults. - Kim Witczak: https://www.kimwitczak.com/ - Woody Matters: https://www.woodymatters.com/ - (UN)Acceptable Collateral Damage: https://acceptablecollateraldamage.substack.com/ 🕒 HEALTHY & AWAKE® TIME MANAGEMENT The $47 two-part course mentioned in this episode. Build a practical time-management system, then apply it to a health habit that matters to you. One payment includes both courses, lifetime access, and a 30-day money-back guarantee. → https://healthyandawake.com/time-management?utm_source=healthy_awake_podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=kim_witczak&utm_content=course_ad 🔗 FOLLOW & LISTEN — HEALTHY & AWAKE - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@healthyandawake - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/445erBVLF6J49TRAOtB0nk - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-awake-podcast/id1668607581 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeverahealth - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfvera — DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine.
Therapy culture has made more people ask whether every difficult moment needs to become a diagnosis or a treatment plan. Jonathan Alpert argues that good therapy should help people become more capable, but it can keep people stuck when it becomes an endless routine rather than a path toward real change. Mike Vera, MS, NBC-HWC, host of the Healthy & Awake Podcast, talks with him about choosing a therapist, the difference between feeling better and getting better, and CBT tools for challenging your own thinking. A note before you listen: this conversation covers mental health and substance use. It is shared for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you are struggling or in crisis, support is available 24/7: in the US, call or text 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline), or text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line). Outside the US, contact your local emergency services or crisis line. 🔎 ABOUT THE GUEST — JONATHAN ALPERT Jonathan Alpert is a psychotherapist, executive coach, and media commentator. He is the author of Therapy Nation: How America Got Hooked on Therapy and Why It’s Left Us More Anxious and Divided. - Website: https://www.jonathanalpert.com/ - Therapy Nation: https://www.jonathanalpert.com/the-book - X: https://x.com/JonathanAlpert - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanalpert/ 🕒 HEALTHY & AWAKE® TIME MANAGEMENT Healthy & Awake® Time Management helps you put a simple system behind the things that matter to you. It includes 20 short lessons, five printable worksheets, and Health Routine Head Start. $47 one-time payment, lifetime access, and a 30-day money-back guarantee. → https://healthyandawake.com/time?utm_source=healthy_awake_podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=jonathan_alpert&utm_content=course_ad 🔗 FOLLOW & LISTEN — HEALTHY & AWAKE - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@healthyandawake - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/445erBVLF6J49TRAOtB0nk - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-awake-podcast/id1668607581 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeverahealth - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeverahealth - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfvera — DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine.
How do you leave your comfort zone when your automatic brain treats the unfamiliar like danger? Dr. Charles Glassman joins Mike Vera to explain what he calls the Automatic Brain, why he believes familiarity can keep us stuck, and how repeated exposure may help us respond more deliberately instead of letting fear choose for us. 🔎 ABOUT THE GUEST — DR. CHARLES GLASSMAN Dr. Charles F. Glassman, MD, is a board-certified internist with more than 30 years of experience. He was among the first physicians in the United States to establish a concierge medical practice, founded CoachMD, serves as an associate medical director at The Standard, and is the author of Brain Drain and the forthcoming Fear Is a Liar. - Fear Is a Liar and two free sample chapters: https://www.charlesglassmanmd.com/fear-is-a-liar - Website: https://www.charlesglassmanmd.com/ - Substack: https://substack.com/@charlesfglassmanmd 🕒 HEALTHY & AWAKE TIME MANAGEMENT Stop leaving your health goals to whatever time and energy happens to be left. Healthy & Awake® Time Management gives you a practical system for protecting what matters, planning for what throws you off, and knowing what to do when the original plan falls apart. It includes Health Routine Head Start, lifetime access, and a 30-day money-back guarantee for $47. → https://healthyandawake.com/time?utm_source=healthy_and_awake_podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=charles_glassman&utm_content=time_ad — DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine.
The Fauci diary is at the center of this timely conversation with Nicolas Hulscher about fame, COVID-era decision-making, and whether a hearing can lead to accountability. Hulscher argues that the diary and other recent disclosures raise serious questions about gain-of-function funding and institutional conduct, while Mike Vera, MS, NBC-HWC, host of the Healthy & Awake Podcast, presses him on what the record establishes, what remains disputed, and whether Fauci's July 29 testimony can produce anything more than headlines. 🔎 ABOUT THE GUEST — NICOLAS HULSCHER Nicolas "Nic" Hulscher, MPH, is an epidemiologist and administrator at the McCullough Foundation. His work focuses on contested public-health questions, including infectious disease, vaccine safety, and institutional trust. - Website: https://nicolashulscher.com/ - Focal Points: https://www.thefocalpoints.com/ - X: https://x.com/NicHulscher - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nic.hulscher/ 📖 FREE — NIC'S PREVIOUS HEALTHY & AWAKE EPISODE Before this conversation, Nic joined me to discuss bird flu, gain-of-function research, and the questions around H5N1. → Rumble: Bird Flu Bombshell: Exposing Biolab Secrets w/ Nicolas Hulscher [Ep. 66] https://rumble.com/v66xvtg-bird-flu-bombshell-exposing-biolab-secrets-w-nicolas-hulscher-ep.-66.html 🫁 BREATH TRAINING (affiliate) The BreathHoldWork® Meditation Masterclass Mike uses, with 25% off automatically through this link: - Meditation Masterclass → https://www.breathholdwork.com/a/2148085889/XjErFcgW 🔗 FOLLOW & LISTEN — HEALTHY & AWAKE - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@healthyandawake - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/445erBVLF6J49TRAOtB0nk - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-awake-podcast/id1668607581 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeverahealth - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeverahealth - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfvera — DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine. This episode contains affiliate links. If you purchase through my link, I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. These are not paid sponsorships — they're products and programs I personally use and recommend.
Medical cannabis sits in a crowded space of strong claims, real risks, and uneven regulation. Dr. Peter Grinspoon joins Mike Vera for an honest conversation about what cannabis may help, what can harm, and what remains unknown, from rescheduling and unregulated hemp-derived products to dependence, CBD labels, sleep, and aging. A note before you listen: this conversation covers cannabis use and addiction. It is shared for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you are struggling or in crisis, support is available 24/7: in the US, call or text 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline), or text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line). Outside the US, contact your local emergency services or crisis line. If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use, SAMHSA's National Helpline is 1-800-662-HELP (4357). 🔎 ABOUT THE GUEST — DR. PETER GRINSPOON Dr. Peter Grinspoon is a primary care physician at Harvard Medical School and board-certified in addiction medicine. He is a cannabis specialist and educator, and the author of Aging Well with Cannabis, Seeing Through the Smoke, and Free Refills. - Website: https://www.petergrinspoon.com/ - Aging Well with Cannabis: https://www.petergrinspoon.com/agingwell/ - Substack: https://drpetergrinspoon.substack.com/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drpetergrinspoon 📖 FREE — HEALTHY & AWAKE SUBSTACK More full articles and research breakdowns from Healthy & Awake: → https://mikevera.substack.com 🤝 WORK WITH MIKE One-on-one coaching with Mike Vera, MS, NBC-HWC, host of the Healthy & Awake Podcast. It is $1 to start: → https://bit.ly/3QDnWg7 — DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition. Cannabis laws vary by jurisdiction. Always check local regulations and consult a qualified clinician about personal health questions or medication decisions.
How do you calm your nervous system when survival mode has quietly become your baseline? Dr. Eva Selhub joins Mike Vera on the Healthy & Awake Podcast to get into stress, anxiety, and burnout, and instead of a standard Q&A, Mike brought four case studies, the archetypes he sees over and over in sessions as a health coach: the guy stuck in the cookie-and-coffee loop who asks why even bother, the person waking at 2 a.m. with layoffs circling, the mom quietly dreading the empty nest, and the caregiver running on empty. Resilience is more than toughness, she says, and she argues that the coping most people reach for only brings the stress response part of the way down, which leaves the baseline creeping higher over time. 🔎 ABOUT THE GUEST — DR. EVA SELHUB Dr. Eva Selhub is a board-certified internist who spent 20 years on the faculty of Harvard Medical School and served as medical director of the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. She ran her own integrated medicine practice for over two decades and has written six books, including Burnout for Dummies, Resilience for Dummies, and The Love Response, and she co-authored Your Brain on Nature. Today she coaches C-suite leaders and teaches the SHIELD method and her six pillars of resilience. - Website: https://www.drselhub.com - Substack: https://substack.com/@dreva1 - Free Preview of Resilience Program - https://resilienceexperts.learnworlds.com/course/week7-free-sample - Foundations of Mastering Resilience (10-week self-paced program): https://resilienceexperts.learnworlds.com/course/foundations-of-mastering-resilience - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drevaselhub/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ESelhub 📖 FREE — WHY SUGAR KEEPS WINNING EVEN WHEN YOU KNOW BETTER This episode opens on the cookie loop, and Mike wrote the long version of it. Why sugar keeps winning even when you know better, and what is actually running underneath the craving. Free to read and subscribe: → https://mikevera.substack.com/p/why-sugar-keeps-winning-even-when 🤝 WORK WITH MIKE One-on-one coaching with a board-certified health coach, just $1 to start: → https://bit.ly/3QDnWg7 🔗 FOLLOW & LISTEN — HEALTHY & AWAKE - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@healthyandawake - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeverahealth - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeverahealth - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfvera
Dr. David Healy, psychiatrist, psychopharmacologist, and author of Pharmageddon, returns to lay out what he argues the drug companies concealed about antidepressants. He says the healthy-volunteer trials showed sexual side effects in close to 90% of people while the marketed figure was under 5%, and he explains why he considers the word "antidepressant" itself a marketing term. Host Mike Vera, MS, NBC-HWC, walks through the trial data, informed consent, and whether the same pattern is now repeating with GLP-1 drugs. This is a discussion of Dr. Healy's research and perspective, shared for educational purposes only, and it is not medical advice. A note before you listen: this conversation covers antidepressants, SSRIs, and mental health, including the subject of suicidal thoughts. It is not a recommendation to start, stop, or change any medication. Always make medication decisions with your prescribing clinician. If you are struggling or in crisis, support is available 24/7: in the US, call or text 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline), or text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line). Outside the US, contact your local emergency services or crisis line. 🔎 ABOUT THE GUEST — DR. DAVID HEALY Dr. David Healy is a psychiatrist and psychopharmacologist, and one of the most influential critics of how antidepressants are studied, marketed, and sold. He founded RxISK, where people can report and research drug side effects, and he is the author of Pharmageddon and other books on antidepressants and the history of medicine. - Writing and blog: https://davidhealy.org - RxISK (report and research drug side effects): https://rxisk.org - Book: Pharmageddon 📖 FREE — THE COMPLETE GLP-1 BREAKDOWN Mike's no-hype breakdown of GLP-1 medications (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro): what they actually do, what happens when you stop, and what the research says the marketing leaves out. Free to read and subscribe: → https://mikevera.substack.com/p/the-ozempic-trap-what-theyre-not 🤝 WORK WITH MIKE One-on-one coaching with a board-certified health coach, just $1 to start: → https://bit.ly/3QDnWg7 🫁 BREATH TRAINING (affiliate) The breath-hold and meditation training Mike uses, from BreathHoldWork, 25% off automatically through these links: - Meditation Masterclass → https://www.breathholdwork.com/a/2148085889/XjErFcgW - BreathBuilt course → https://www.breathholdwork.com/a/2148152057/XjErFcgW — DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine. This episode contains affiliate links. If you purchase through my link, I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. These are not paid sponsorships, they are products and programs I personally use and recommend.
Former Navy SEAL Team 6 operator Craig "Sawman" Sawyer — founder of the nonprofit Veterans for Child Rescue — joins Mike Vera on the Healthy & Awake Podcast to share his firsthand assessment of child trafficking in America: how he says it operates, why he believes it stays out of the headlines, and what he argues regular people can do about it. One of the heavier conversations we've had on the show, and one of the most important. 🔎 ABOUT THE GUEST — CRAIG SAWYER Craig "Sawman" Sawyer is a former Marine and Navy SEAL Team 6 operator who founded Veterans for Child Rescue (V4CR), a nonprofit that investigates child trafficking and works with law enforcement to bring predators to justice. His documentary, Contra Land, follows that work. - Veterans for Child Rescue: https://v4cr.org - Contra Land (documentary): https://contralandmovie.com 📖 FREE — THE COMPLETE GLP-1 BREAKDOWN Mike's no-hype breakdown of GLP-1 medications (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro) — what they actually do, what happens when you stop, and what the research says the marketing leaves out. Free to read and subscribe: → https://mikevera.substack.com/p/the-ozempic-trap-what-theyre-not 🫁 BREATH TRAINING (affiliate) The breath-hold and meditation training Mike uses, from BreathHoldWork — 25% off automatically through these links: - Meditation Masterclass → https://www.breathholdwork.com/a/2148085889/XjErFcgW - BreathBuilt course → https://www.breathholdwork.com/a/2148152057/XjErFcgW 🔗 FOLLOW & LISTEN — HEALTHY & AWAKE - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@healthyandawake - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/445erBVLF6J49TRAOtB0nk - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-awake-podcast/id1668607581 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeverahealth - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeverahealth - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfvera — DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine. This episode contains affiliate links. If you purchase through my link, I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. These are not paid sponsorships — they're products and programs I personally use and recommend.
In this episode of the Healthy & Awake Podcast , Mike Vera talks with immunotoxicologist Dori Smith , who reversed seven autoimmune diseases after being disabled for over a decade. They dive into the root causes of chronic inflammation , the science behind detoxification , and how functional medicine can help the body heal naturally . Dori shares how understanding genetics, nutrition, toxins, and faith transformed her life—and why conventional medicine still overlooks these key insights. If you’ve ever wondered whether true recovery from chronic illness is possible, this conversation will change your perspective. 🎧 Guest Links: Dori Smith YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DorindaASmithMS Website: https://www.truewellnesstoday.net/ Paper – “Introduction to Immunology and Autoimmunity” (1999): https://ehp.niehs.nih.gov/doi/pdf/10.1289/ehp.99107s5661 🧠 Avantia Health Optimization: Get personalized coaching for weight loss, chronic health issues, and peak performance → https://avantiahealthoptimization.com/ 💡 Support the show: BonCharge Glasses (15% off code: healthy-and-awake): https://boncharge.com/?rfsn=6048119.41d325 MovNat Training (10% off code: mike_movnat): https://movnat.com Breath Training (25% off code: MIKE): https://breathholdwork.com 🌐 All links & socials: https://mikevera.com ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & Dori's Background 01:56 - What's the sequence of events—were you practicing science when you got sick? 03:05 - What did functional medicine offer you that conventional medicine did not? 06:31 - Can you give us an overview of sources of toxic exposure and how it fits into chronic illness? 09:28 - Detox and toxins: Is there legitimacy to these terms? 13:06 - What would you say to people who feel overwhelmed by toxic exposure? 16:07 - The identity shift: How does mindset affect healing? 21:21 - Are supplements the answer, or is there something more reasonable? 26:09 - What about stress, sleep, and other factors? (Tattoos, lifestyle, and hope for change) 31:53 - What do you think the biggest offender is from sources of toxic exposure? (Coffee, food, and more) 36:37 - How do you respond to people who think everything is poisoned? DISCLOSURE Content shared on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only. It’s not intended to replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your health, nutrition, or lifestyle routines. Results vary by individual. © 2025 Healthy & Awake™ / Mike Vera
In this eye-opening episode of the Healthy & Awake Podcast, Dr. John Catanzaro joins Mike Vera to break down 12 of the most searched alternative and integrative cancer treatments. From ivermectin, fenbendazole, and methylene blue, to peptides, vitamin C, cannabis, DMSO, and more—Dr. Catanzaro explains what actually works, what’s promising, and what’s overhyped. They also dive into the role of the microbiome, mitochondria, spike protein, and lifestyle changes in cancer progression and recovery. If you or someone you know is exploring options beyond conventional cancer care, this episode is a must-listen. https://neo7bioscience.com/ For a deeper dive into the studies we discussed, check out the companion article: https://mikevera.substack.com/p/12-emerging-cancer-therapies-youve ___________________________ 🧠 Avantia Health Optimization: Tired of conventional medicine treating symptoms instead of root causes? Get hyper-personalized coaching for sustainable weight loss, chronic health solutions, and peak performance. Start your transformation at https://avantiahealthoptimization.com/ 📢 Heads up: The links in the episode's show notes are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links is a great way to support the show—at no extra cost to you! 👓 BonCharge Glasses: Protect your eyes and look great doing it! Get 15% off the stylish BonCharge glasses I wear with the code 'healthy-and-awake'. Shop here. https://boncharge.com/?rfsn=6048119.41d325 🏋️♂️ MovNat Natural Movement Training: Unlock your body’s potential with natural movement workshops, certifications, and retreats. Use code "mike_movnat" for 10% off and start moving better today! Visit MovNat.com . 🌬️ Breath Training Program: Master your breath for improved mental clarity and performance. Use code "MIKE" for 25% off eligible programs! Check it out at BreathHoldWork.com . --- Find all social media links, and everything else at www.mikevera.com 00:00 - Introduction 01:47 - Ivermectin & Fenbendazole 05:29 - Methylene Blue 08:12 - Peptide Therapy & Personalized Medicine 14:51 - High Dose IV Vitamin C 21:00 - Medicinal Mushrooms 25:21 - Chlorine Dioxide 27:21 - Cannabis 31:43 - DMSO (Dimethyl Sulfoxide) 38:47 - Apricot Seeds (B17) 42:47 - Rife Machine & Wave Therapies 47:05 - Colloidal Silver 50:46 - Lifestyle Changes for Cancer
In this eye-opening episode of the Healthy & Awake Podcast , holistic veterinarian Dr. Judy Morgan reveals the hidden dangers of toxic pet food, overprescribed pet vaccines, and harmful pharmaceuticals like trazodone for dogs. With over 40 years of experience, she shares how natural pet care and raw food for dogs can dramatically improve your pet’s health and longevity. We explore powerful alternatives like CBD for pets, mushroom therapy, food-based healing, and why many chronic illnesses and dog cancer cases may be preventable. This is a must-watch for anyone who loves their animals and wants the truth about the veterinary industry, veterinary corruption, and how to make smarter, safer choices. Learn how the microbiome, environmental toxins, and holistic medicine are changing the game for pets everywhere. Dr. Judy Morgan’s Website https://drjudymorgan.com Naturally Healthy Pets (her company) https://naturallyhealthypets.com Dr. Judy U (her online course platform) https://drjudyu.com ___________________________ 🧠 Avantia Health Optimization : Tired of conventional medicine treating symptoms instead of root causes? Get hyper-personalized coaching for sustainable weight loss, chronic health solutions, and peak performance. Start your transformation at https://avantiahealthoptimization.com/ 📢 Heads up: The links in the episode's show notes are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links is a great way to support the show—at no extra cost to you! 👓 BonCharge Glasses : Protect your eyes and look great doing it! Get 15% off the stylish BonCharge glasses I wear with the code 'healthy-and-awake' . Shop here . https://boncharge.com/?rfsn=6048119.41d325 🏋️♂️ MovNat Natural Movement Training : Unlock your body’s potential with natural movement workshops, certifications, and retreats. Use code "mike_movnat" for 10% off and start moving better today! Visit MovNat.com . 🌬️ Breath Training Program : Master your breath for improved mental clarity and performance. Use code "MIKE" for 25% off eligible programs! Check it out at BreathHoldWork.com . Find all social media links, and everything else at www.mikevera.com 00:00 Introduction to Veterinary Drug Use 00:26 Meet Dr. Judy Morgan: Holistic Veterinarian 00:54 Discovering Holistic Veterinary Medicine 02:51 The Power of Alternative Therapies 07:12 The Importance of Pet Nutrition 12:06 The Dark Side of Commercial Pet Food 21:06 Vaccination Concerns for Pets 30:15 Client Demands for TF Vaccine 30:50 Veterinary Pricing Controversies 31:56 Homemade Diets for Pets 34:13 Pharmaceuticals for Pets 40:39 CBD and Alternative Therapies 42:41 Environmental Toxins and Pets 46:45 AI and the Future of Pet Care
Send us a text In Episode 75 of the Healthy & Awake Podcast , Dr. Renata Moon, a board-certified pediatrician, shares her firsthand experience with medical censorship after raising concerns about COVID vaccine risks for children. Drawing parallels between her family's escape from communism and current events, Dr. Moon discusses the importance of informed consent and medical freedom. She details the repercussions she faced, including termination from her position and investigations by medical boards. This episode delves into the challenges of maintaining ethical standards in a climate where dissenting medical opinions are often suppressed. Silent Majority Foundation – Dr. Renata Moon v. WSU Case Page Details Dr. Moon’s lawsuit against Washington State University for alleged First Amendment violations following her Senate testimony. https://www.silentmajorityfoundation.org/renatamoon Donate to Support Dr. Moon’s Legal Fight Support Dr. Moon's efforts to defend medical freedom and free speech. https://secure.silentmajorityfoundation.org/np/clients/silentmajorityfoundation/donation.jsp?campaign=6 Senator Ron Johnson’s COVID-19 Vaccine Roundtable (Dec 7, 2022) Official page for the Senate roundtable where Dr. Moon testified about COVID-19 vaccine safety. https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/2022/12/sen-ron-johnson-hears-from-experts-and-medical-professionals-on-covid-19-vaccine-efficacy-and-safety ___________________________ 🧠 Avantia Health Optimization : Tired of conventional medicine treating symptoms instead of root causes? Get hyper-personalized coaching for sustainable weight loss, chronic health solutions, and peak performance. Start your transformation at https://avantiahealthoptimization.com/ 📢 Heads up: The links in the episode's show notes are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links is a great way to support the show—at no extra cost to you! 👓 BonCharge Glasses : Protect your eyes and look great doing it! Get 15% off the stylish BonCharge glasses I wear with the code 'healthy-and-awake' . Shop here . https://boncharge.com/?rfsn=6048119.41d325 🏋️♂️ MovNat Natural Movement Training : Unlock your body’s potential with natural movement workshops, certifications, and retreats. Use code "mike_movnat" for 10% off and start moving better today! Visit MovNat.com . 🌬️ Breath Training Program : Master your breath for improved mental clarity and performance. Use code "MIKE" for 25% off eligible programs! Check it out at BreathHoldWork.com . Find all social media links, and everything else at www.mikevera.com 00:00 Introduction and Personal Story 00:48 Welcome to Healthy and Awake Podcast 00:56 Introducing Dr. Renata Moon 01:34 Dr. Moon's Experience During the Pandemic 04:00 Concerns About the COVID-19 Vaccine 07:58 The Impact of Speaking Out 13:31 Reflections on Communism and Capitalism 27:21 The Rise of Real ID and Its Implications 28:23 Voice of America: A Beacon of Freedom 29:05 The Quest for Freedom and American Values 31:48 Fired for Questioning Mandates 33:36 Speaking Out at the Senate H</
Send us a text FDA whistleblower Dr. Renee Dufault joins the Healthy & Awake Podcast to expose the hidden dangers of heavy metals in food, including how high fructose corn syrup, ultra-processed foods, and nutritional epigenetics are linked to rising rates of autism and ADHD. We discuss her groundbreaking research, the FDA’s internal resistance, and how food choices impact future generations. Dr. Dufault also shares hopeful strategies for detoxing your diet, building health through regenerative agriculture, and creating systemic change. If you care about food safety, autism prevention, or just want to understand the truth behind processed foods, this episode is a must-listen. Keywords include: FDA whistleblower, nutritional epigenetics, heavy metals in food, autism and food, high fructose corn syrup mercury. Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Dr. Renee Dufault’s Published Research: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Renee+dufault Food Ingredient Safety Nonprofit: https://foodingredientsafety.org Dr. Dufault’s Website: https://reneedufault.com Unsafe at Any Meal (Book): https://a.co/d/9VeBJUQ Unsafe at Any Meal – Study Guide: https://a.co/d/1bro5Lp ___________________________ 🧠 Avantia Health Optimization : Tired of conventional medicine treating symptoms instead of root causes? Get hyper-personalized coaching for sustainable weight loss, chronic health solutions, and peak performance. Start your transformation at https://avantiahealthoptimization.com/ 📢 Heads up: The links in the episode's show notes are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links is a great way to support the show—at no extra cost to you! 👓 BonCharge Glasses : Protect your eyes and look great doing it! Get 15% off the stylish BonCharge glasses I wear with the code 'healthy-and-awake' . Shop here . https://boncharge.com/?rfsn=6048119.41d325 🏋️♂️ MovNat Natural Movement Training : Unlock your body’s potential with natural movement workshops, certifications, and retreats. Use code "mike_movnat" for 10% off and start moving better today! Visit MovNat.com . 🌬️ Breath Training Program : Master your breath for improved mental clarity and performance. Use code "MIKE" for 25% off eligible programs! Check it out at BreathHoldWork.com . Find all social media links, and everything else at www.mikevera.com 00:00 FDA Controversy and Introduction 00:36 Meet Dr. Renee DuFault 01:15 Nutritional Epigenetics Explained 04:09 Impact of Diet on Autism and ADHD 05:46 Heavy Metals in Food Supply 24:27 Health Coaching and Corporate Influence 26:23 The Illusion of Trust in Authority 27:33 Personal Health Choices and Western Medicine 30:06 Waking Up to Corruption in Public Health 34:20 Optimism for the Future of Agriculture and Health
Send us a text In this explosive episode of Healthy and Awake Podcast , renowned cardiologist Dr. Peter McCullough returns to break down the alarming autism vaccine risk now impacting 1 in 31 U.S. children. We dive deep into childhood vaccines and autism, spike protein detox, long COVID treatment, and the growing movement away from the current vaccine schedule. Dr. McCullough unpacks CDC data, censorship, pharma influence, and how to take control of your health through the McCullough protocol and the Wellness Company. If you’re searching for answers on vaccine injury recovery or detoxing from spike protein, this episode is essential. Learn more about vaccine schedule controversy, long COVID solutions, and how to stay informed in a censored world. Dr. Peter McCullough's Substack – Focal Points https://petermcculloughmd.substack.com/ The Wellness Company (Spike Detox, Long COVID Bundle, Telemedicine) https://twc.health/courage McCullough Protocol – Spike Protein Detox Info Page https://www.twc.health/products/ultimate-spike-detox Book – The Courage to Face COVID-19 - https://www.amazon.com/Courage-Face-COVID-19-Hospitalizations-Censorship/dp/1737983604/ Healthy & Awake Podcast Episode w/ Dr. Peter McCullough #1 - https://youtu.be/miAuuLnDlLQ?si=VMVVV1a9iyuEbscH Healthy & Awake Podcast Episode w/ Dr. Peter McCullough #2 - https://www.youtube.com/live/o8Y6JOMP_-g?si=OfZch2xXyzqBmmfm Healthy & Awake Podcast Episode w/ Nicolas Hulscher - https://rumble.com/v66xvtg-bird-flu-bombshell-exposing-biolab-secrets-w-nicolas-hulscher-ep.-66.html ___________________________ 🧠 Avantia Health Optimization : Tired of conventional medicine treating symptoms instead of root causes? Get hyper-personalized coaching for sustainable weight loss, chronic health solutions, and peak performance. Start your transformation at https://avantiahealthoptimization.com/ 📢 Heads up: The links in the episode's show notes are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links is a great way to support the show—at no extra cost to you! 👓 BonCharge Glasses : Protect your eyes and look great doing it! Get 15% off the stylish BonCharge glasses I wear with the code 'healthy-and-awake' . Shop here . https://boncharge.com/?rfsn=6048119.41d325 🏋️♂️ MovNat Natural Movement Training : Unlock your body’s potential with natural movement workshops, certifications, and retreats. Use code "mike_movnat" for 10% off and start moving better today! Visit MovNat.com . 🌬️ Breath Training Program : Master your breath for improved mental clarity and performance. Use code "MIKE" for 25% off eligible programs! Check it out at BreathHoldWork.com . Find all social media links, and everything else at www.mikevera.com
Send us a text Medical cannabis is one of the most misunderstood health topics—and Dr. Codi Peterson, a pediatric pharmacist and cannabis researcher, joins Healthy & Awake Podcast to set the record straight. We dive deep into the science behind pediatric cannabis, the endocannabinoid system, CBD benefits, THC risks, and common misconceptions around cannabis vs. pharmaceuticals. Dr. Peterson explains how medical cannabis can be used safely under professional guidance, addresses cannabis side effects like cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, and explores why certain synthetic versions are FDA-approved while the plant remains restricted. Whether you’re skeptical or curious, this episode is packed with clarity, research, and truth. The Cannigma: https://cannigma.com/ Dr. Codi Peterson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cannabispharmd/?hl=en ___________________________ 🧠 Avantia Health Optimization : Tired of conventional medicine treating symptoms instead of root causes? Get hyper-personalized coaching for sustainable weight loss, chronic health solutions, and peak performance. Start your transformation at https://avantiahealthoptimization.com/ 📢 Heads up: The links in the episode's show notes are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links is a great way to support the show—at no extra cost to you! 👓 BonCharge Glasses : Protect your eyes and look great doing it! Get 15% off the stylish BonCharge glasses I wear with the code 'healthy-and-awake' . Shop here . https://boncharge.com/?rfsn=6048119.41d325 🏋️♂️ MovNat Natural Movement Training : Unlock your body’s potential with natural movement workshops, certifications, and retreats. Use code "mike_movnat" for 10% off and start moving better today! Visit MovNat.com . 🌬️ Breath Training Program : Master your breath for improved mental clarity and performance. Use code "MIKE" for 25% off eligible programs! Check it out at BreathHoldWork.com . Find all social media links, and everything else at www.mikevera.com
Send us a text Is the future of healthcare moving toward decentralized medicine? 🤔 Discover how this revolutionary approach could transform the healthcare system as we know it. In this eye-opening episode of the Healthy and Awake podcast, host Mike Vera welcomes Dr. Lynn Fynn, a retired infectious disease specialist, to discuss the critical shift from centralized to decentralized medicine and its impact on patient care, health tech innovations, and the doctor-patient relationship. Learn how decentralized medicine empowers individuals with personalized health solutions, bypassing rigid protocols and fostering holistic approaches to wellness. Dr. Fynn shares insights on biohacking, functional medicine, and the role of critical thinking in overcoming cognitive manipulation within the broken healthcare system. Explore how technologies like AI and blockchain in healthcare could either revolutionize wellness technology or perpetuate mental conditioning through misinformation. This conversation also tackles controversial topics like the influence of pharmaceutical companies on medical publications, the role of AI in healthcare, and the rise of direct primary care (DPC) as part of the health revolution. Whether you're curious about the future of functional medicine, intrigued by the potential of biohacking, or questioning the ethics of modern healthcare practices, this episode offers invaluable takeaways to empower your health journey. Join us as we uncover the truth about decentralized medicine and explore actionable strategies to take control of your health. Don’t miss this transformative discussion! Stay healthy, stay awake. Dr. Fynn's Links: Independent Health Alliance (IMA) : Follow on X at @HonestMedicine for updates on their work, including their new unbiased medical journal and collaboration with HHS. Dr. Lynn Fynn on X : Find her personal account at @fynnderella1 Telegram Channel : Join her on Telegram at t.me/DrLynnFynn for additional content and updates. American Association of Physicians and Surgeons (AAPS) : Visit aapsonline.org to find independent physicians in your state. My links: 🧠 Avantia Health Optimization : Tired of conventional medicine treating symptoms instead of root causes? Get hyper-personalized coaching for sustainable weight loss, chronic health solutions, and peak performance. Start your transformation at https://avantiahealthoptimization.com/ 📢 Heads up: The links in the episode's show notes are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links is a great way to support the show—at no extra cost to you! 👓 BonCharge Glasses : Protect your eyes and look great doing it! Get 15% off the stylish BonCharge glasses I wear with the code 'healthy-and-awake' . Shop here . https://boncharge.com/?rfsn=6048119.41d325 🏋️♂️ MovNat Natural Movement Training : Unlock your body’s potential with natural movement workshops, certifications, and retreats. Use code "mike_movnat" for 10% off and start moving better today! Visit MovNat.com . 🌬️ Breath Training Program : Master your breath for improved mental clarity and performance. Use code "MIKE" for 25% off eligible programs! Check it out at BreathHoldWork.com . Find all social media links, and everything else at www.mikevera.c
Send us a text Are you considering Ozempic? Before you take the leap, discover the risks you need to know about weight loss injections like Ozempic. In this eye-opening episode of the Healthy and Awake podcast, host Mike Vera breaks down the truth about these drugs with the help of top medical experts. From bone density loss, muscle depletion, and gastrointestinal issues to hidden conflicts of interest in pharmaceutical research, we uncover the facts that are often overlooked. While the promise of easy weight loss may sound tempting, these injections come with serious long-term consequences that could leave you worse off than before. Learn how these drugs interfere with your body's natural processes, potentially leading to dependency, nutrient deficiencies, and even rebound weight gain. But it's not all bad news—Mike and his expert guests also share healthier, sustainable alternatives to achieve your health goals without relying on injections. Whether you're already on weight loss injections or just curious, this episode offers crucial advice on bone health, nutrition, and creating a lifestyle that supports real and lasting change. Watch now to empower yourself with the knowledge you need to make the best decisions for your health. Stay healthy. Stay awake. 🧠 Avantia Health Optimization : You’ve tried everything—the apps, the gym memberships, the trendy diets—and you’re still not where you want to be. What’s missing? Accountability and expert guidance. As a Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, I provide the personalized support you need to finally make real, lasting progress. Don’t settle for another failed attempt—let’s work together to turn your health goals into reality. Ready to transform? Start your journey at https://avantiahealthoptimization.com/ 📢 Heads up: The links in the episode's show notes are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links is a great way to support the show—at no extra cost to you! 👓 BonCharge Glasses : Protect your eyes and look great doing it! Get 15% off the stylish BonCharge glasses I wear with the code 'healthy-and-awake' . Shop here . https://boncharge.com/?rfsn=6048119.41d325 🏋️♂️ MovNat Natural Movement Training : Unlock your body’s potential with natural movement workshops, certifications, and retreats. Use code "mike_movnat" for 10% off and start moving better today! Visit MovNat.com . 🌬️ Breath Training Program : Master your breath for improved mental clarity and performance. Use code "MIKE" for 25% off eligible programs! Check it out at BreathHoldWork.com . Find all social media links, and everything else at www.mikevera.com - Episode 25 w/ Dr. Amy Tiffany - https://youtu.be/cPiRqwPArCk?si=5S54OoOSa89KrldF - Episode 53 w/ Dr. Charles Glassman - https://www.youtube.com/live/2B-LaBGpT68?si=Q7mazNKhhP64uJ4j - Episode 57 w/ Dr. Shawn Baker - https://www.youtube.com/live/oQoQI28FbWg?si=nVDQOOATA2q8stUX - Episode 55 w/ Dr. John Catanzro - https://www.youtube.com/live/DpZKW_xdsh4?si=bg8QwVI6F_NHV9dU - Episode 63 w/ Dr. Robert Lufkin - https://www.youtube.com/live/8kNJg0txF3g?si=34oYmE_vbtm9a1aE CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 02:39 - Risks of Weight Loss Injections 06:36 - History of Weight Loss Drugs 13:25 - Ozempic and Muscle Wasting 15:35 - Short Term Problems 16:40 - Long Term Problems 20:44 - Future of Weight Loss Drugs 21:04 - How Weight Loss Injections Work 27:50 - Cost of Weight Loss
Send us a text In this episode of Healthy & Awake Podcast, Dr. Mary Talley Bowden dives deep into the heated debate from the Danny Jones Podcast, where she and Dr. Jack Kruse faced off against Callie and Casey Means. She unpacks the influence of propaganda and fifth-generation warfare in shaping public health narratives, explores the COVID vaccine controversy, and shares why she believes food-focused solutions may be a deliberate distraction. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation about truth, health, and staying vigilant in a world of misinformation. https://breathemd.org/ https://x.com/BreatheMD https://substack.com/@mdbreathe ___________________________ 🧠 Avantia Health Optimization : You’ve tried everything—the apps, the gym memberships, the trendy diets—and you’re still not where you want to be. What’s missing? Accountability and expert guidance. As a Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, I provide the personalized support you need to finally make real, lasting progress. Don’t settle for another failed attempt—let’s work together to turn your health goals into reality. Ready to transform? Start your journey at https://avantiahealthoptimization.com/ 📢 Heads up: The links in the episode's show notes are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links is a great way to support the show—at no extra cost to you! 👓 BonCharge Glasses : Protect your eyes and look great doing it! Get 15% off the stylish BonCharge glasses I wear with the code 'healthy-and-awake' . Shop here . https://boncharge.com/?rfsn=6048119.41d325 🏋️♂️ MovNat Natural Movement Training : Unlock your body’s potential with natural movement workshops, certifications, and retreats. Use code "mike_movnat" for 10% off and start moving better today! Visit MovNat.com . 🌬️ Breath Training Program : Master your breath for improved mental clarity and performance. Use code "MIKE" for 25% off eligible programs! Check it out at BreathHoldWork.com . Find all social media links, and everything else at www.mikevera.com
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