Physician, Heal Thyself The Podcast

Episode 102: Nature Cure: The Roots of Naturopathic Medicine and the Forgotten Healing Wisdom

What is Nature Cure? | The Origins of Naturopathic Medicine Explained In this episode of Physician Heal Thyself The Podcast, we explore the fascinating history of Nature Cure, the birth of Naturopathic Medicine, and how ancient healing traditions shaped modern holistic healthcare. Discover how homeopathy, hydrotherapy, herbal medicine, nutrition, and natural healing practices merged to create one of the most influential holistic medical systems in America. Learn about: * The origins of naturopathic medicine * Benedict Lust and the Nature Cure movement * How people healed naturally throughout history * Traditional medicine and ancestral healing practices * The healing power of nature * Why holistic and integrative medicine are resurging today If you’re interested in: natural medicine, holistic health, functional medicine, wellness, root-cause healing, homeopathy, herbal medicine, integrative medicine, or the history of healthcare — this episode is for you. Subscribe to Physician Heal Thyself The Podcast for conversations on healing, wellness, mind-body medicine, and reclaiming true health naturally. Disclosure: This content is for educational purposes; this is not intended to treat anyone medically. Speak to your doctor for further guidance. Resource Links:  For more information on how to work with Dr. Ana Lara, please visit and schedule your FREE 15 minute phone consultation: Website: https://raicesndmedcenter.com/ [https://raicesndmedcenter.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RaicesNDmedcenter/ [https://www.facebook.com/RaicesNDmedcenter/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raicesndmedcenter/ [https://www.instagram.com/raicesndmedcenter/] #NaturopathicMedicine #NatureCure #HolisticHealth #NaturalMedicine #IntegrativeMedicine #Homeopathy #FunctionalMedicine #WellnessPodcast #Healing #PhysicianHealThyself #RootCauseMedicine #HolisticHealing

Episode 101 - Ketamine: A Breakthrough Therapy or Band-Aid Solution?

What is ketamine, and why is it becoming one of the most talked-about treatments in mental health today? In this episode of Physician Heal Thyself The Podcast, we explore the science, psychology, and controversy behind ketamine therapy. Learn how ketamine works in the brain, its effects on depression and PTSD, and why it’s being used for treatment-resistant mental health conditions. We also discuss safety concerns, what happens when you stop ketamine, and whether it truly heals—or simply numbs deeper issues. Finally, we dive into natural alternatives for mental health and how to address root causes for lasting healing. If you're a physician, healthcare professional, or someone seeking deeper healing, this episode offers a grounded, evidence-informed perspective on ketamine and mental wellness. Disclosure: This content is for educational purposes; this is not intended to treat anyone medically. Speak to your doctor for further guidance. Resource Links: For more information on how to work with Dr. Ana Lara, please visit and schedule your FREE 15 minute phone consultation: Website: https://raicesndmedcenter.com/ [https://raicesndmedcenter.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RaicesNDmedcenter/ [https://www.facebook.com/RaicesNDmedcenter/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raicesndmedcenter/ [https://www.instagram.com/raicesndmedcenter/] #Ketamine #KetamineTherapy #MentalHealth #DepressionRelief #TreatmentResistantDepression #PTSDRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #BrainHealth #Neuroplasticity #Glutamate #HolisticHealth #FunctionalMedicine #NaturalMentalHealth #HealingJourney #RootCauseHealing #PhysicianHealThyself #PhysicianWellness #BurnoutRecovery #IntegrativeMedicine #MindBodyMedicine

Episode 100: “Losing Weight the Right Way: A Physician’s Guide to Sustainable, Healthy Fat Loss”

This is our 100th episode!!! I want to give a heartfelt thank you to the support team: Bill Brassow, Owner of PodWorks Studio https://podworksstudios.com/ [https://podworksstudios.com/] Jio Gaon, Editor at PodWorks Studio Nicole Angus, Rooted Success Solutions, social media expert. nicole@rootedsuccesssolutions.com [nicole@rootedsuccesssolutions.com] Jeffri Lynn – Owner of Blaze Experts - https://blazeexperts.com/ [https://blazeexperts.com/]   All my patients and all the viewers. Thank you for your support. Struggling to lose weight despite dieting and exercise? In this episode of Physician Heal Thyself: The Podcast, we break down how to achieve healthy, sustainable weight loss by working with your body—not against it. Learn how metabolism, hormones, nutrition, and detoxification all play a critical role in fat loss. We also explain why supporting your body’s natural detox pathways is essential as stored toxins are released during weight loss. You’ll discover: * How to balance hormones for effective fat burning * The right way to structure nutrition and exercise * Why detox support matters for avoiding plateaus * A simple, step-by-step approach to lasting results True weight loss starts with restoring your health. Disclosure: This content is for educational purposes; this is not intended to treat anyone medically. Speak to your doctor for further guidance. Resource Links:  For more information on how to work with Dr. Ana Lara, please visit and schedule your FREE 15 minute phone consultation: Website: https://raicesndmedcenter.com/ [https://raicesndmedcenter.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RaicesNDmedcenter/ [https://www.facebook.com/RaicesNDmedcenter/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raicesndmedcenter/ [https://www.instagram.com/raicesndmedcenter/] #naturalmedicine #naturopathicmedicine #holisticmedicine #healing #botanicalmedicine #raices #physicianhealthyself #mindbody #naturopathicdoctor #functionalmedicine #foundationsofhealth #health #wellness #nutrition #sleep #stressmanagement #exercise #fitness #antiaging

EP 99: The Invisible Aftermath: How Concussions & TBIs Rewire Your Mind, Emotions, and Behavior

Welcome back to Physician Heal Thyself, the podcast where we explore the deeper layers of healing—beyond symptoms, beyond diagnoses, and into the patterns that shape how we live, think, and show up in the world. Today’s episode is one that many people don’t even realize they’re living through. We’re talking about concussions and traumatic brain injuries—TBIs—not just as physical injuries, but as experiences that can fundamentally reshape your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors… even long after you’ve “healed.” The topics we will discuss are: 1. The Hidden Impact of Concussions & TBIs 2. How Brain Injuries Create New Behavioral Patterns 3. How to Identify Your Post-Injury Behavioral Patterns 4. The Truth About Healing - You Can Rewire Your Brain  5. Strategic Steps to Rewire the Brain & Change Behavior   Disclosure: This content is for educational purposes; this is not intended to treat anyone medically. Speak to your doctor for further guidance. Resource Links:  For more information on how to work with Dr. Ana Lara, please visit and schedule your FREE 15 minute phone consultation: Website: https://raicesndmedcenter.com/ [https://raicesndmedcenter.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RaicesNDmedcenter/ [https://www.facebook.com/RaicesNDmedcenter/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raicesndmedcenter/ [https://www.instagram.com/raicesndmedcenter/] #naturalmedicine #naturopathicmedicine #holisticmedicine #healing #botanicalmedicine #raices #physicianhealthyself #mindbody #naturopathicdoctor #functionalmedicine #foundationsofhealth #health #wellness #nutrition #sleep #stressmanagement #exercise #fitness #antiaging #concussions #TBIs

EP 98: Toxic Love, Inflamed Minds: Abusive Relationships Drive Neuroinflammation & Chronic Disease

Welcome back to Physician Heal Thyself, the podcast where we explore the deep connections between mind, body, and healing. Today we’re diving into a topic that is both deeply personal and profoundly physiological: abusive and toxic relationships—and how they literally inflame the brain and body, setting the stage for chronic disease. This is not just psychology.This is not just emotional pain.This is biology. In this episode we discuss the following: 1. What is a Toxic or Abusive Relationship? 2. The Neurobiology of Toxic Stress 3. From Stress to Neuroinflammation 4. The Path to Chronic Disease 5. The Psychological Process 6. The Emotional Experience 7. The Spiritual Impact 8. What Can You Do? 9. How to Safety End a Toxic Relationship   Disclosure: This content is for educational purposes; this is not intended to treat anyone medically. Speak to your doctor for further guidance. Resource Links:  For more information on how to work with Dr. Ana Lara, please visit and schedule your FREE 15 minute phone consultation: Website: https://raicesndmedcenter.com/ [https://raicesndmedcenter.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RaicesNDmedcenter/ [https://www.facebook.com/RaicesNDmedcenter/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raicesndmedcenter/ [https://www.instagram.com/raicesndmedcenter/] #naturalmedicine #naturopathicmedicine #holisticmedicine #healing #botanicalmedicine #raices #physicianhealthyself #mindbody #naturopathicdoctor #functionalmedicine #foundationsofhealth #health #wellness #nutrition #sleep #stressmanagement #exercise #fitness #antiaging #abuse #toxicrelationships #gaslighting #avoidant #neuroinflammation