This podcast episode highlights the significance of taking responsibility for one's health and finding integrative approaches in medical care.
In this episode, Dr. Fitness invited health and wellness expert, Linn Rivers on the show to talk about her journey into functional medicine after battling chronic illnesses since childhood. Having overcome issues like asthma, depression, and near-death experiences, Linn delves into her exploration of nutrition, leading to the development of her holistic approach. Listen in as she shares the importance of finding the root cause of illness, offering a sneak peek into her course, "Chronic Illness to Vibrant Wellness." Stay tuned! Linn also shares the impact of plant compounds, such as salicylates, on mental health and provides a valuable tip for managing diabetes by lowering carb intake.
Linn Rivers is a functional health and wellness expert and educator. She teaches people all over the world how to take their health into their own hands; mind, body and spirit. She has over 15 years of education in the holistic health field and assists people in overcoming chronic health conditions and mental disorders.
TIMESTAMPS
• [6:34] Linn describes her journey of switching from traditional medicine to natural treatments after experiencing the limitations of traditional medicine and finding a solution online.
• [11:19] Linn shares that lowering carb intake can significantly improve insulin sensitivity and reduce reliance on insulin medication for those with diabetes or pre-diabetes.
• [14:16] Linn talks about her journey of switching from pre-diabetic to non-diabetic, including learning which foods affect blood sugar levels and the importance of documenting the journey for doctors to believe and support the transition.
• [17:16] Linn emphasizes the importance of listening to their body and taking steps to improve their health, rather than relying on excuses or quick fixes.
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Linn Rivers
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YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/linnrivers
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linnrivers/
🤝 This podcast episode was brought to you by McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center
🎙️ Podcast Production by Dandelion Media
🔊 Audio Produced by Mountain Valley Media
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