The Well Life Podcast

The Well Life Podcast

Our mission is to educate and empower you to take control of your health, live The Well Life and to be the best version of yourself.

Episodes

June 30, 2025 52 mins

Dr. Dick Thom

 

Bio:

 

 

6 Principles for Daily Life 

  • Breathing 
  • Electrons
  • Lymphatic system 
  • Nervous system
  • Minerals
  • Hydration 

 

Website:

biomed-drainage.org

biomedcenter.com 

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Fire Up Your Metabolism: Simple Habits to Boost Your Metabolic Health at Any Age Today, we’re diving into a topic that affects everything from your weight and energy to your hormones and even your sleep: metabolic health. Your metabolism isn’t just about how fast you burn calories. It’s the engine that powers your entire body. When it’s working well, you feel energized, focused, balanced. But when it’s out of sync, you might noti...
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June 16, 2025 30 mins

Today we’re focusing on one of the hardest-working—and most overlooked—organs in your body: your liver.

Yep, your liver. You might not think about it much, but it’s doing a lot behind the scenes every single day to keep you healthy. It’s your built-in detox system, your vitamin warehouse, your metabolic manager, and so much more.

So today, we’re going to dive into:

  • What your liver actually does
  • <...
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June 9, 2025 32 mins

Prayer: A conversation with God… and so much more!

 

What is Prayer?: Prayer is mankind exercising dominion on the earth by giving God the freedom to intervene in earth's affairs. Prayer is not an option for mankind, but a necessity.

 

Prayer is not just an activity, a ritual or an obligation. It is communion and communication that touches the heart of God.

INTERCESSORY PRAYER:

The way Paul was moved so deeply for the Jewish peo...

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June 2, 2025 30 mins

Prayer: A conversation with God… and so much more!

 

What is Prayer?: Prayer is mankind exercising dominion on the earth by giving God the freedom to intervene in earth's affairs. Prayer is not an option for mankind, but a necessity.

 

Prayer is not just an activity, a ritual or an obligation. It is communion and communication that touches the heart of God.

 

TRUE PRAYER: 

  • Builds intimacy with God
  • Honors His nature ...
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Get outside and enjoy nature! 

Walking offers numerous health benefits, including improved heart and lung health, reduced risk of chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes and some cancers, enhanced bone and muscle health, and better weight management. Additionally, walking can boost brain function, support mental health, and strengthen the immune system. 

A progressive walking program offers numerous benefits, where walking duration, ...

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May 19, 2025 35 mins

The vagus (vagal) nerve is one of 12 cranial nerves that connect the brain and body. It is known as cranial nerve X (representing the 10th cranial nerve). The vagus nerve is the longest of the 12 cranial nerves.

It extends from the brain stem and splits off into many branches that extend down through the neck to the vital abdominal organs.  

The vagus nerve acts as an information superhighway to the brain. The left vagal nerve runs...

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May 12, 2025 27 mins

70 million Americans suffer from sleep problems.

The Centers for Disease Control declared insufficient sleep as a public health epidemic.

Among these gifts are a consoling neurochemical bath that mollifies painful memories and a virtual reality space in which the brain melds past and present knowledge, inspiring creativity. Downstairs in the body, sleep restocks the armory of our immune system, preventing infection and warding off ...

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May 5, 2025 29 mins

Happy Mother’s Day 

Collagen

What happens to collagen as I age?

As we age, the body produces less collagen, and existing collagen breaks down faster. The collagen is also of lower quality than when we were younger. Women experience a significant reduction in collagen production after menopause. It’s normal for everyone to experience a decline in collagen production after age 60.

How do I tell if my body’s collagen level is decreasi...

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April 28, 2025 22 mins

“The armor of God isn’t passive protection, it’s a strategic battle plan. Each piece isn’t just for defense, it allows us to advance. The war is spiritual and so is the armor. The armor only works when it is put on, The armor isn’t optional, it is vital. Without it you will not stand in the days ahead.” 

'And then he was astonished to see that there was no champion, not even one, who would rescue the oppressed. So then his own migh...

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April 21, 2025 30 mins

End-Of-Quarter Reflection 

“If you play it safe in life, you’ve decided that you don’t want to grow anymore.” Shirley Hufstedler

 

To live a Well-Life, planning your life effectively and achieving your goals is important. Begin by identifying your core values and vision. Next, set SMART or SMARTER goals—those that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. And the ER stands for Elevate & Revise. 

 

Purpose ...

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April 14, 2025 29 mins

Passover (Pesach) begins at sundown on Saturday, April 12th, and ends at nightfall on Sunday, April 20th, while Easter is celebrated on Sunday, April 20th

Passover: 

'The blood will be a sign for you on the houses where you are, and when I see the blood, I will pass over you. No destructive plague will touch you when I strike Egypt. 'Exodus 12:13

On this day, the Jewish people read Song of Solomon, a book about the deep love of the...

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April 7, 2025 17 mins

From popsicles to pistachios and from meat to mac and cheese, synthetic food dyes are everywhere. Their vibrant colors make food appealing and increase our appetite. 

Many dyes pose serious health risks. 

The most common food dyes known to cause allergies include Red 40, Yellow 5, and Yellow 6.

Red No. 40, Yellow No. 5 or Yellow No. 6 – which account for 90 percent of food dyes used in the U.S. – are linked to adverse health effect...

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March 31, 2025 24 mins

When you think of the sun, your first thought might be about the damage it can do. And too much can cause several kinds of serious health issues. But small amounts, especially early in the day before it’s at its brightest, can be good for you in some ways.

How Much Is Enough?

This answer is different for everyone. It depends on your skin tone, age, health history, diet, and where you live. In general, scientists think 5 to 15 minut...

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March 24, 2025 19 mins

“March is the Month of Expectation.

The things we do not know –

The Persons of prognostication

Are coming now

– Emily Dickenson

 

What are you expecting as spring is here? 

Benefits of Sunlight, Red Light, Infrared Light, Blue Light…

Women’s History Month

1. Elizabeth Blackwell—The first woman in America to receive a medical degree—championed women's participation in the medical profession and ultimately opened her own medical col...

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March 17, 2025 30 mins

Spiritual Disciplines

- Silence

- Stillness

- Prayer

- Generosity

- Fasting

 

For more information about the hosts, please visit their websites and follow them on social media:

Dr. Glenda Shepard - Doctor of Nursing Practice/Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner/Certified Nutrition Coach/Certified Personal Trainer/Certified Intrinsic Coach

https://www.triumphantwomancoaching.com/

FB - https://www.facebook.com/glenda.shepard1

 

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March 10, 2025 20 mins

Prep for 2nd quarter: 30-60-90

Do a quarterly review

 

  • Spring cleaning / Declutter!
  • Your environment
    • 3 separate piles: keep, throw away, give away
    • Room by room 
      • Kitchen (start with expiration dates)
      • Bathrooms (old linens & blankets)
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Leading up to and throughout Lent, keep in mind that above all, this season is a time for deepening your relationship with the Lord. The three pillars of Lent—prayer, fasting and almsgiving—serve as guideposts on this 40-day journey. Prayer, in particular, holds a special place in this season of repentance and renewal..

What is true love?

'The light of God’s love shined within us when he sent his matchless Son into the world so tha...

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February 24, 2025 28 mins

STRESS & EMOTIONAL 

Studies suggest that high cortisol levels from long-term stress can increase blood cholesterol, triglycerides, blood sugar, and blood pressure. These are common risk factors for heart disease. This stress can also cause changes that promote the buildup of plaque deposits in the arteries.

 

Relational/Emotional

  • Dating in this day and age
    • Accor...
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February 17, 2025 31 mins
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the world’s leading killer, causing 1 in every 3 deaths. The cause of heart attacks and strokes are usually the presence of a combination of risk factors, such as tobacco use, unhealthy diet and obesity, physical inactivity and use of alcohol, hypertension, diabetes, and high levels of cholesterol.   It is never too late to change your lifestyle towards a healthier heart. Here are a few practical ...
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