Why Traditional Medicine Fails Chronic Illness | Fatigue, Lyme Disease, Auto Immune Disease & Healing

Why Traditional Medicine Fails Chronic Illness | Fatigue, Lyme Disease, Auto Immune Disease & Healing

What if your chronic symptoms aren't "all in your head"? In this episode of Under Contract, we sit down with Evelyn Hallford, founder of Ecore Wellness [https://www.ecorewellness.com/]and former emergency medicine educator, paramedic, and biologist, to discuss why so many people struggle to find answers for chronic illness, Lyme disease, mold toxicity, autoimmune conditions, chronic fatigue, and inflammation. After years working in emergency medicine and academia, Evelyn witnessed firsthand where traditional healthcare excels—and where it falls short when it comes to prevention, root-cause healing, and chronic disease. We discuss: • What doctors often get wrong• The connection between inflammation, gut health, and autoimmune symptoms• Why "normal labs" don't always mean you're healthy• Ozone therapy and regenerative medicine• Stem cell therapy and emerging wellness treatments• Functional medicine vs conventional medicine• The importance of biomarkers and advanced testing• Why prevention should be the future of healthcare• How mindset, stress, and nervous system regulation impact healing Evelyn also shares her personal story of overcoming severe chronic illness, Lyme disease, thyroid cancer, and years of medical gaslighting before finding a path to recovery. Whether you're dealing with unexplained symptoms, autoimmune issues, chronic fatigue, inflammation, mold exposure, or simply want to optimize your health, this conversation offers a different perspective on healing and wellness. Subscribe for more conversations about health, business, personal growth, and life-changing stories. Instagram: @ecorewellness [https://www.instagram.com/ecorewellness/] #LymeDisease #ChronicIllness #FunctionalMedicine #MoldToxicity #AutoimmuneDisease #LongCOVID #OzoneTherapy #RegenerativeMedicine #StemCellTherapy #HealthPodcast

The Hidden Truth Between Oral Health and Chronic Illness

What if the dental work in your mouth is quietly affecting your hormones, gut health, inflammation, brain fog, fatigue, and overall wellness? In this episode of Under Contract, we talk with biologic dentists Dr. Michelle Jorgensen and Dr. Nicole Vane to uncover the hidden connection between oral health and whole body health. From mercury fillings and root canals to fluoride, titanium implants, chronic inflammation, hormone disruption, and autoimmune symptoms, this conversation dives deep into the topics most traditional dentists never discuss. If you’ve struggled with chronic fatigue, Hashimoto’s, brain fog, breast implant illness, gut issues, anxiety, inflammation, or unexplained health symptoms, this episode may completely change the way you think about dentistry and healing. Topics Covered: • Biologic dentistry explained • Root canal dangers & hidden infections • Mercury fillings & heavy metal toxicity • Fluoride and hormone disruption • Titanium vs zirconia dental implants • Oral microbiome & gut health connection • Chronic inflammation and autoimmune disease • Breast implant illness parallels • How dental materials affect whole body health • Signs your mouth could be making you sick Subscribe for more conversations around health optimization, wellness, entrepreneurship, longevity, and personal transformation. Instagram: @livingwellwithdrmichelle [https://www.instagram.com/livingwellwithdrmichelle/] @nicolevanedentist [https://www.instagram.com/nicolevanedentist/] @undercontractpodcast [https://www.instagram.com/undercontractpodcast/] #BiologicDentistry #RootCanals #Fluoride #MercuryFillings #OralHealth #HealthPodcast #ChronicInflammation #HormoneHealth #WellnessPodcast #UnderContractPodcast

Peptides Explained by a Doctor, Not Your Friend: GLP-1, Fat Loss, Recovery & Anti-Aging

Peptides are everywhere right now but most people still don’t understand how they actually work. In this episode of Under Contract, we sit down with Dr. Gabriel Alizaidy to break down the science behind peptide therapy, GLP-1 medications, if retatrutide works for weight loss, recovery stacks, and the truth about biohacking trends dominating social media. We discuss how peptides can support weight loss, inflammation, healing, hormone balance, mitochondrial health, longevity, and performance, but also why most people are using them incorrectly. Topics include:  • GLP-1 medications like Semaglutide and Tirzepatide  • Why peptide therapy should be medically supervised  • The “Wolverine Stack” for recovery: BPC-157 + TB-500  • Copper peptides and the “copper uglies” explained  • Peptides for sleep, fat loss, muscle retention, and high performance  • Hormones, mitochondria, and why bloodwork matters before starting  • Common peptide mistakes people make from TikTok advice  • Longevity, anti-aging, and optimizing your health safely If you’re curious about GLP-1s, peptide stacks, anti-aging protocols, or how peptides are changing medicine, this conversation breaks down what’s real, what’s hype, and what to know before trying them. Connect with Dr. Alizaidy on Instagram: @gabrielalizaidy [https://www.instagram.com/gabrielalizaidy/] #Peptides #GLP1 #Biohacking #Longevity #WeightLoss #HormoneOptimization #AntiAging #Recovery #HealthPodcast #WellnessPodcast

Why You’re Tired, Bloated & Aging Faster. The Hidden Root Causes Dr. Galitzer

What if low energy, brain fog, bloating, poor sleep, and hormone imbalance aren’t “just part of getting older”? In this episode of Under Contract, we sit down with longevity expert Dr. Galitzer to break down the real reasons so many people feel exhausted, inflamed, and disconnected from their health as they age. Dr. Galitzer explains how true vitality starts at the cellular level — from adrenal function and hormone balance to mitochondrial health, detox pathways, leaky gut, and peptide therapy. In this conversation, we cover: • Why fatigue is NOT a normal part of aging • The hidden signs of adrenal dysfunction and cortisol imbalance • Why you keep waking up at 2–3AM • The truth about peptides, mitochondrial health, and anti-aging • How leaky gut causes brain fog, bloating, headaches, and skin issues • The role of toxins, lymphatic drainage, and detoxification • Why hormones should be tested before treatment • Daily habits that support energy, longevity, and whole-body wellness If you’re dealing with low energy, hormone issues, poor sleep, digestive problems, or simply want to age healthier, this episode delivers practical insights to help you take control of your health. Subscribe to Under Contract for conversations on longevity, wellness, business, and living fully at every stage of life.  📱 Instagram: @drgalitzer [https://www.instagram.com/drgalitzer/] 📖 Book: Ageless Vitality: Reignite Your Spark, Optimize Your Health, Transform Your Life [https://drgalitzer.com/products/ageless-vitality] 🌐 Official Website: Dr. Galitzer Official Site [https://drgalitzer.com/] #Longevity #HormoneHealth #Peptides #HealthyAging #LeakyGut #AdrenalFatigue #Mitochondria #WellnessPodcast #Biohacking #UnderContractPodcast

The Market San Diego Needed: Heavenly Bodega’s Mission for Clean Food & Community

In this episode of Under Contract, host Tammy Dean sits down with the founders of Heavenly Bodega, a unique health-conscious coffee shop and market in Bankers Hill, San Diego that’s quickly becoming a community favorite. More than just a coffee shop, Heavenly Bodega was created to be a gathering place for people who care about quality food, clean ingredients, and meaningful connection. The space blends a specialty coffee bar, curated market, wine selection, and outdoor patio, creating an environment where locals can meet, work, and build relationships. The founders, Roselil and Chehadeh, share how they carefully select products, partner with small vendors and local producers, and prioritize high-quality ingredients that people can trust. Their goal is simple: create a market where everything—from coffee and matcha to snacks, groceries, and wellness products—is thoughtfully sourced and genuinely enjoyable. But what truly sets Heavenly Bodega apart is the focus on community. From casual meetups to networking events and everyday conversations over coffee, the space was intentionally designed to feel welcoming, warm, and connected. In this episode, we talk about: • The vision behind Heavenly Bodega in San Diego • Why quality ingredients and curated products matter • Building a community-focused coffee shop and market • Favorite drinks like the Bodega Latte and Flight Path coffee • Creating a welcoming space for locals to connect • Advice for entrepreneurs building passion-driven businesses If you're looking for great coffee, healthy snacks, curated groceries, and a place to connect with people, Heavenly Bodega is quickly becoming one of San Diego’s most unique community spaces. 📍 Heavenly Bodega – Bankers Hill, San Diego ☕ Coffee • Matcha • Market • Wine • Community 📸 Instagram: @heavenlybodegasd [https://www.instagram.com/heavenlybodegasd/] #healthyfood #sandiegoeats #SanDiegoCoffee #SanDiegoWellness #BankersHill #SanDiegoSmallBusiness #SanDiegoCommunity #Matcha #HealthySanDiego