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Breaking the Acne Cycle: Inflammation, Hormones & the Gut Connection

SHOW NOTES HOST Melody Hartzler https://www.facebook.com/PharmtoTable.Life/ | https://www.instagram.com/pharmtotable.life/ | Book Appointment [https://pharmtotable.life/provider/melody-hartzler] AROUND THE TABLE Mariane Rizkallah https://www.facebook.com/DrMarianeRizkallah/ | https://www.instagram.com/dr.mariane.rizkallah/ | DrMariane.com [https://drmariane.com/] IN TODAY'S EPISODE Acne isn’t just a surface-level issue—it’s a signal from the body that something deeper is out of balance. In this episode we are joined by fellow pharmacist Dr. Mariane Rizkallah to explore how functional medicine offers lasting solutions for acne and chronic inflammation. Dr. Mariane shares her personal journey of overcoming persistent hormonal acne, her transition from traditional pharmacy to integrative healing, and the foundational steps to support whole-body wellness. What We Cover in This Episode: * Why acne is more than just a skin issue * Dr. Mariane personal healing journey from acne, gut issues, and antidepressant side effects * The importance of gut health and the mind-body connection in skin healing * Testing vs. guessing: when functional lab testing can make all the difference * The dangers of DIY supplementing (like DIM and Vitex) without hormone testing * How to safely support the liver and detoxification pathways * Why sleep, stress, and emotional health matter for clearer skin * The Clear Skin Blueprint: Dr. Mariane step-by-step program for healing from within * Bonus: A sneak peek at her Product Acne Guide and recipe book Get 50% off The Clear Skin Blueprint Program [https://mariane-rizkallah-f31d.mykajabi.com/sales-page?_gl=1%2A19w049e%2A_gcl_au%2AMTg4NDg0NTkyOS4xNzI3OTE2NzU1] with code MELODY at checkout

The Circadian Code: Why Your Sleep-Wake Cycle Matters More Than You Think

SHOW NOTES HOST Melody Hartzler https://www.facebook.com/PharmtoTable.Life/ | https://www.instagram.com/pharmtotable.life/ | Book Appointment [https://pharmtotable.life/provider/melody-hartzler] AROUND THE TABLE Lindsey Dalton https://www.facebook.com/LindseyMDalton/ | http://www.instagram.com/lindseymdalton | Book Appointment [https://pharmtotable.life/provider/lindsey-dalton] AROUND THE TABLE Megan Morrison https://www.instagram.com/drmegandmorrison/ | Book Appointment [https://pharmtotable.life/provider/megan-morrison/] IN TODAY'S EPISODE WE * Define what the circadian rhythm is * Dive deep into sunlight and why it’s so crucial for our health and wellbeing  * Introduce the topic of malillumination. * Explain why it’s so important to have sun exposure first thing in the morning  * Share other ways besides light to regulate the circadian rhythm * Detail what other health conditions have been linked to circadian rhythm disruption SUPPLEMENT SPOTLIGHT VITAMIN D / K2 Liquid - 1 fl oz Purchase Today [https://store.pharmtotable.life/vitamin-d-k2-liquid-1-fl-oz.html] D3 5000 WITH K2 60 Softgels Purchase Today [https://store.pharmtotable.life/d3-5000-with-k2-60-softgels.html]

Boosting Immunity Naturally: Essential Lifestyle Tips and Supplements

SHOW NOTES HOST Melody Hartzler https://www.facebook.com/PharmtoTable.Life/ | https://www.instagram.com/pharmtotable.life/ | Book Appointment [https://pharmtotable.life/provider/melody-hartzler] AROUND THE TABLE Lindsey Dalton https://www.facebook.com/LindseyMDalton/ | http://www.instagram.com/lindseymdalton | Book Appointment [https://pharmtotable.life/provider/lindsey-dalton] IN TODAY'S EPISODE WE * Explain how the immune system works * Pinpoint a type of medication many Americans take that hinders the immune system * Discuss various lifestyle factors that affect the immune system * Describe specific diet modifications that can support the immune system * Pinpoint the effect sugar has on the immune system * Highlight the importance of good gut health in proper immune function * Share various supplements that can boost the function of the immune system SUPPLEMENT SPOTLIGHT VITAMIN D / K2 Liquid - 1 fl oz Purchase Today [https://store.pharmtotable.life/vitamin-d-k2-liquid-1-fl-oz.html] SUPPLEMENT IMMUNE BUNDLE Mito Recharge, Innate Immune Support, Vitamin C 1000 Purchase Today [https://store.pharmtotable.life/immune-bundle.html]

Decoding Your Health with Organic Acids Testing: Nutrients, Detox & More

SHOW NOTES HOST Melody Hartzler https://www.facebook.com/PharmtoTable.Life/ | https://www.instagram.com/pharmtotable.life/ | Book Appointment [https://pharmtotable.life/provider/melody-hartzler] We are so excited to bring you this podcast episode, in which we sit down with Dr. Sam Madera, a naturopath who practices integrative and functional medicine. IN TODAY'S EPISODE * Explain what organic acids are * Describe what an organic acids test can tell us about the functioning of our bodies * Discuss the difference between an organic acids test and a diagnostic test  * Pinpoint the key markers for energy and mitochondrial processes  * Reveal who can benefit from an organic acids test * Share how organic acids test can complement genetic testing  * Chat about how the test results can help determine dietary changes to make Links: https://www.diagnosticsolutionslab.com/tests/organic-acids-profile [https://www.diagnosticsolutionslab.com/tests/organic-acids-profile]

Beyond Allergies: The Complex World of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome

SHOW NOTES HOST Melody Hartzler https://www.facebook.com/PharmtoTable.Life/ | https://www.instagram.com/pharmtotable.life/ | Book Appointment [https://pharmtotable.life/provider/melody-hartzler] We are so excited to bring you this podcast episode where we got to sit down with Jessica Pizano, leading nutrition specialist in the country for mast cell activation disorders. IN THIS EPISODE WE * describe what a mast cell is and how activation of mast cells can cause problems in the body * elaborate on the symptoms someone with a mast cell disorder may have * discuss why it can be difficult to make a diagnosis * reveal why environment and mind/body are important aspects in care * share the medications and supplements that can be used to manage mast cell activation * chat about how anxiety and depression can be linked to mast cell activation * define metabolomics and how it is different from nutritional genomics Links: * clinicalparadigms.com [https://clinicalparadigms.com] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/MastCellAdvancedDiagnostics] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mastcelladvanceddiagnostics]