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With Natalie Yahle
September 26, 2026

Thermography, Inflammation & Proactive Health

  • Thermography insights: Exploring thermography as a non-invasive tool for assessing breast health.

  • Inflammation and disease: Understanding how inflammation can contribute to chronic conditions and affect overall wellness.

  • Comprehensive blood testing: The importance of detailed lab work to evaluate health, identify imbalances, and guide individualized care.

  • Natural therapies: How nutritional support and natural approaches can complement personalized health strategies.

  • Early detection and prevention: Emphasizing proactive testing and preventive care to identify potential concerns before they progress.

With Andrew Dyer
September 5, 2026

Bone Broth, Clinical Nutrition & Natural Approaches to Health

  • Bone broth benefits: Exploring whether bone broth lives up to the hype and what potential nutritional benefits it may offer.
  • Diabetes case study: Review of a female patient with Type II diabetes and her progress through personalized nutritional care.
  • Mental health support: How co-management with clinical nutrition may benefit patients with mental health concerns, including the potential roles of fish oil, B-complex vitamins, and vitamin D3.
  • Peptide therapy: Examining peptides and separating potential benefits from the hype surrounding them.
  • Testosterone support: A male patient case study highlighting improvements in testosterone levels through natural approaches without drugs, compounds, or pellets.

With Van D. Merkle
August 8, 2026

Dementia Prevention, Heart Health & Natural Approaches

  • Dementia prevention: Exploring current research and lifestyle strategies that may help support long-term cognitive health.
  • Knee surgery risks: Discussing potential concerns surrounding knee surgery and the importance of considering all treatment options.
  • Cancer treatment and heart health: Examining how certain cancer therapies may affect cardiovascular health.
  • Comprehensive testing: Emphasizing the value of proper testing to identify risks and guide individualized care.
  • Natural health strategies: Highlighting nutrition, lifestyle, and other natural approaches to support overall wellness.

With Andrew Dyer
August 1, 2026

Advanced Heart Testing, Personalized Care & Prevention

  • Heart health testing: The importance of comprehensive cardiovascular testing to uncover risks that may not be identified through routine screening.
  • Advanced blood markers: How detailed lab markers can provide a clearer picture of cardiovascular health and guide personalized care.
  • Personalized treatment: The value of tailoring health strategies and interventions to each patient’s individual needs.
  • Smoking cessation: Exploring innovative approaches such as acupuncture to support patients in breaking unhealthy habits.
  • Early intervention: How identifying health concerns early and taking proactive steps can improve long-term health and longevity.

With Van D. Merkle
July 25, 2026

Natural Health, Immunity & the Power of Proactive Care

  • Natural health strategies: Exploring natural approaches to supporting overall wellness and preventing disease.
  • Realignment and balance: Discussing the importance of proper alignment and its impact on health and function.
  • Natural immunity: Examining the role of natural immunity in supporting the body’s defenses and disease prevention.
  • Case study insights: Patient examples and lab analysis demonstrating the value of personalized health assessments.
  • Medical procedures: Discussing the potential risks of unnecessary procedures and the importance of informed healthcare decisions.

With Natalie Yahle
July 18, 2026

Monitoring Your Health: Lab Testing, Kidney Health & Natural Wellness

  • Health trends: The importance of monitoring changes in your health over time rather than waiting for symptoms to appear.
  • Lab results: Understanding what laboratory markers can reveal about overall health and potential areas of concern.
  • Kidney health: Natural strategies to support healthy kidney function and identify potential issues early.
  • Cholesterol balance: Exploring cholesterol markers and natural approaches to supporting cardiovascular health.
  • Detoxification support: The role of natural strategies in helping the body manage and eliminate unwanted toxins.

With Andrew Dyer
July 11, 2026

5 Critical Vitamin Interventions You Should Know

  • Clinical nutrition: Exploring the essential role vitamins play in supporting health and treating specific conditions.
  • Evidence-based therapy: Five clinical scenarios where targeted vitamin therapy can be life-saving when used appropriately.
  • Precision matters: The importance of accurate diagnosis, proper timing, and individualized treatment plans.
  • Targeted care: How evidence-based nutritional strategies can improve patient outcomes and support long-term health.

With Natalie Yahle
July 4, 2026

Reversing Diabetes and Cancer Through Science-Based Nutrition

  • Chronic disease prevention: Understanding how diet and lifestyle influence the risk of diabetes, cancer, and other chronic conditions.
  • Environmental health: Exploring how everyday environmental exposures can impact long-term wellness.
  • Proactive testing: The importance of comprehensive testing to identify health risks before symptoms appear.
  • Natural prevention: Practical nutrition and lifestyle strategies to support overall health and reduce disease risk.

With Van D. Merkle
June 27, 2026

How Money Influences Medical Decisions

  • Immune support: Natural strategies to strengthen the immune system and promote overall wellness.
  • Critical analysis: Examining medical studies and drug approval processes to better understand current healthcare practices.
  • Early detection: The value of comprehensive testing to identify health concerns before symptoms develop.
  • Natural health approach: Emphasizing nutrition, lifestyle choices, and preventive care to support long-term health.
  • Healthcare perspective: Discussion on the influence of financial interests in medicine and their impact on patient care.

 

With Van D. Merkle
June 20, 2026

The Truth About Medical Claims and Natural Healing

  • Early detection: The importance of blood testing to identify health concerns before symptoms develop.
  • Looking beyond statistics: Understanding treatment outcomes, survival statistics, and the importance of making informed healthcare decisions.
  • The body's healing potential: How proper testing and targeted care can support the body's natural ability to heal.

 

With Van D. Merkle
June 13, 2026

How Regular Testing Can Save Your Life

  • Proactive health strategies: Taking a preventive approach to support long-term wellness and longevity.
  • Cancer awareness: The importance of early detection and regular testing to identify concerns before symptoms arise.
  • Treatment perspectives: Comparing conventional medical treatments with natural approaches to health.
  • Lifestyle impact: How daily habits and targeted changes can improve health outcomes and quality of life.

 

With Andrew Dyer
June 6, 2026

Inflammaging and Gut Health: Keys to Longevity

  • Clinical nutrition: The role of nutrition in supporting health and addressing chronic conditions.
  • Targeted testing: Using personalized lab work to uncover underlying imbalances and guide treatment decisions.
  • Inflammation control: Understanding how chronic inflammation contributes to disease and ways to reduce it.
  • Gut health focus: Supporting the microbiome as a key component of disease prevention and overall wellness.

 

With Natalie Yahle
May 30, 2026

Add Years to Your Life with Simple Changes

  • Proactive testing: The value of comprehensive testing to identify health concerns before symptoms develop.
  • Longevity strategies: Lifestyle habits and targeted interventions that support healthy aging.
  • Alzheimer’s awareness: Early detection and assessment tools that can help identify cognitive decline sooner.
  • Preventive care: The importance of combining proper testing with lifestyle changes to improve long-term health outcomes.

 

With Van D. Merkle
May 23, 2026

Early Detection and Lifestyle: Keys to Better Health

  • Longevity insights: Key principles for maintaining health and supporting a longer, healthier life.
  • Early detection: The importance of regular testing to identify problems before symptoms appear.
  • Lifestyle habits: How simple practices like daily walking can have a profound impact on overall wellness.
  • Preventive approach: Small, consistent choices that can improve health outcomes and enhance quality of life.

 

With Andrew Dyer
May 16, 2026

Magnesium and Curcumin: Natural Anti-Inflammatories Explored

  • Personalized lab testing: Using comprehensive testing to guide individualized health recommendations.
  • Nutritional support: Strategies involving magnesium, curcumin, and targeted supplementation to improve wellness.
  • Medication impact: Discussion on statins and their potential effects on overall health.
  • Hormone balance: Understanding and managing PTH levels through proper evaluation and care.

 

With Natalie Yahle
May 9, 2026

Revolutionizing Heart Health: The Power of ApoB and Advanced Testing

  • Advanced laboratory testing: Utilizing detailed testing to identify hidden imbalances and health risks early.
  • Breast thermography: A proactive tool for monitoring breast health and supporting prevention strategies.
  • Cholesterol insights: Understanding advanced cholesterol markers and their role in cardiovascular health.
  • Metabolic support: Natural strategies to improve metabolic function and help prevent chronic disease.

With Natalie Yahle
May 2, 2026

The Power of Comprehensive Health Testing: What Your Doctor Isn't Telling You

  • Comprehensive testing: The importance of advanced lab work to uncover underlying health concerns.
  • Thermography focus: A proactive approach to monitoring breast health and detecting changes early.
  • Medication impact: Understanding how certain medications may affect overall wellness and long-term health.
  • Personalized care: Emphasizing natural approaches tailored to each patient’s individual needs.

 

With Andrew Dyer
April 25, 2026

The 3 Key Factors for Longevity You Need to Know

  • Longevity factors: Exploring key influences on healthy aging, including the impact of social connections.
  • Supplement support: The roles of creatine and probiotics in maintaining strength, gut health, and overall wellness.
  • Lifestyle strategies: Practical habits that support long-term health based on current research.
  • Evidence-based insights: Reviewing research on diet, supplements, and daily choices that promote longevity.

 

With Natalie Yahle
April 18, 2026

How to Calculate and Improve Your Biological Age

  • Thermography benefits: A proactive tool for assessing breast cancer risk and supporting early detection.
  • Biological age testing: Measuring true health status beyond chronological age to guide prevention strategies.
  • Metabolic improvements: Case studies highlighting successful outcomes in metabolic health.
  • Preventive focus: Using advanced testing to identify risks early and support long-term wellness.

With Andrew Dyer
April 11, 2026

How Blood Tests Can Uncover Hidden Thyroid Issues

  • Seasonal allergy support: Natural strategies to manage symptoms and reduce triggers.
  • Thyroid balance: Addressing dysfunction through proper testing and individualized care.
  • Kidney stone prevention: Identifying root causes and supporting the body with targeted, natural approaches.
  • Personalized treatment: Emphasizing comprehensive testing to guide effective, patient-specific care plans.

With Van D. Merkle
April 04, 2026

How Low Doses of Toxins Can Boost Your Health

  • Proactive testing: The importance of comprehensive lab work to support longevity and early detection.
  • Longevity focus: Strategies to promote long-term health through natural approaches.
  • Hormesis concept: How controlled stressors can strengthen the body and improve resilience.
  • Healthcare perspective: Discussion on current vaccine policies and broader public health considerations.

With Van D. Merkle
March 28, 2026

The Hidden Link Between Anemia and Eye Health

  • Natural healthcare approach: Emphasizing holistic strategies to support overall health and wellness.
  • Lab testing importance: Utilizing comprehensive testing to identify underlying imbalances and guide care.
  • Eye health focus: Strategies to improve and maintain vision, including key nutrients and lifestyle factors.
  • Personal insight: Dr. Merkle shares his experience with macular degeneration and lessons learned.

 

With Andrew Dyer
March 14, 2026

Food as Medicine: Preventing Cancer, Diabetes, and Dementia

  • Food as medicine: How diet plays a central role in preventing and managing chronic disease.
  • Chronic disease prevention: Exploring the connection between nutrition and risks for cancer, diabetes, and dementia.
  • Holistic approach: Emphasizing lifestyle changes that support long-term health and wellness.
  • Practical strategies: Simple, actionable steps to use nutrition for better health outcomes.

With Natalie Yahle
March 07, 2026

10 Key Insights on Cholesterol and Heart Health

  • Cholesterol management: Understanding its role in overall health and why proper balance is essential.
  • Breast health monitoring: The use of thermography as a proactive tool for early detection.
  • Natural alternatives: Exploring non-statin options to support cardiovascular health.
  • Comprehensive testing: How advanced testing helps prevent and address underlying health issues early.

With Natalie Yahle
February 28, 2026

Understanding Food Addictions and Cravings

  • Weight loss and GLP medications: Exploring benefits, long-term effects, and patient safety.

  • Food addictions: Understanding triggers and their impact on health and weight management.

  • Natural strategies: Lifestyle approaches to support sustainable, healthy living.

  • Comprehensive assessments: Using testing and evaluation to guide effective weight loss plans.

With Van D. Merkle
February 21, 2026

The Truth About Cancer: Myths and Realities

  • Natural solutions and prevention: Prioritizing lifestyle and proactive care over genetics alone.

  • Cancer risk insights: Examining how environmental and lifestyle factors influence outcomes.

  • GLP-1 medications: Discussing potential risks, side effects, and patient safety considerations.

  • Early detection and screening: Emphasizing the importance of regular testing for long-term health.

 

With Andrew Dyer
February 14, 2026

The Importance of Blood Testing in Dementia

  • Mindful living and resolutions: Strategies to support mental vitality and long-term wellness.

  • Alzheimer’s and dementia risk: Using lab testing, including P Tau 217, for early detection.

  • Lifestyle and longevity: How daily choices impact preventable health outcomes.

  • Personalized treatment: Case study insights on post-viral gastroparesis, nutrition, and acupuncture.

With Van D. Merkle
February 07, 2026

Unlocking Your Health Potential

  • Regular health monitoring: The value of lab testing for understanding overall wellness.

  • Root-cause approach: Addressing underlying issues instead of just treating symptoms.

  • Natural solutions and prevention: Using lifestyle and non-pharmaceutical strategies for health.

  • Case study insights: Real-world examples from chiropractic practice highlighting proactive care.

With Natalie Yahle
January 31, 2026

Transforming Health: The Take Two Approach

  • Heart health and cholesterol: Understanding HDL, particle sizes, and effective management strategies.

  • Personalized medicine: The value of advanced testing and individualized health approaches.

  • Supplements and wellness: Supporting optimal health through targeted supplementation.

  • Patient success story: Real-life example of overcoming cancer and achieving health goals.

With Andrew Dyer
January 24, 2026

Why January Isn't the Best Time for Resolutions

  • Preventive health testing: The role of blood work in understanding and managing long-term wellness.

  • Lifestyle impact: How daily habits influence key health markers over time.

  • Chronic disease management: Using testing to guide proactive care strategies.

  • Case study insights: Real-life examples highlighting the importance of individualized health management.

 

With Natalie Yahle
January 17, 2026

The Hidden Risks of GLP Medications

  • GLP medications and weight loss: Exploring potential risks, nutrient deficiencies, and health considerations.

  • Testing and monitoring: Importance of proper lab work for patients on these medications.

  • Dietary guidance: Recommendations to support health while using GLP therapies.

  • Corporate wellness: How workplace programs can boost employee health and productivity.

With Van D. Merkle
January 10, 2026

Mindset Matters: The Key to Health

  • Mindset and prevention: The role of proactive thinking and baseline testing in overall health.

  • Thermography and early detection: Using innovative tools to identify potential cancer risks early.

  • Case study insights: Real-life examples highlighting gallbladder health and individualized care.

  • Health system critique: Challenges in conventional approaches to cholesterol, statins, and vaccines.

With Andrew Dyer
January 03, 2026

Taking Charge of Your Health in 2026

  • Men’s and women’s health: Key screenings, hormone balance, and proactive care for overall wellness.

  • Nutrition insights: Essential nutrients and testing strategies to support long-term health.

  • Lifestyle impact: Daily habits that influence health and practical tips for improvement.

  • Patient stories: Real-life examples highlighting individualized approaches to care.

With Natalie Yahle
December 27, 2025

Unveiling the Power of Thermography

  • Thermography insight: The role of thermography in early breast cancer detection and individualized assessment.
    Case study highlights: Compelling patient examples demonstrating the value of personalized health evaluations.
    Proactive testing: The importance of unique lab testing to uncover underlying imbalances before symptoms progress.|
    Environmental impact: Understanding how toxin exposure influences overall health and disease risk.
    Patient outcomes: Testimonials reinforcing the effectiveness of targeted health programs and the importance of addressing symptoms early.

With Andrew Dyer
December 13, 2025

The Silent Impact of Technology on Our Health

  • Technology and health: Examining how everyday technology use may influence overall wellness.
    Cancer case insights: Personal stories and patient case studies emphasizing comprehensive evaluation and individualized care.
    Food sensitivities: The importance of proper testing to identify hidden triggers affecting inflammation and chronic conditions.
    Lifestyle impact: Review of daily habits that can negatively influence health, based on recent findings highlighted in a Harvard article.

With Van D. Merkle
November 29, 2025

The Importance of Health Choices for Longevity

  • Informed health choices: The importance of making proactive decisions to support longevity and long-term well-being.
    Healthcare system concerns: A critical look at chronic care management and the financial strain of surprise medical bills.
    Clinical insight: Nutritional expertise and patient case studies highlighting practical, real-world outcomes.
    Pain management options: Exploring alternatives like acupuncture as part of a comprehensive care plan.
    Immune health focus: Discussion on flu shot efficacy and the role of proper nutrition and lifestyle in strengthening the immune system.

With Van D. Merkle
October 11, 2025

Flu Shots, Thermograms & Informed Women’s Health

  • Breast health awareness: Highlights the importance of thermograms, especially during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, given everyday environmental exposures.

  • Research update: What the latest CDC data reveals about this year’s flu shot.

With Van D. Merkle
October 4, 2025

Flu Season Decisions: What You Should Know About Vaccines

  • Understanding vaccines: A closer look at their history, evolving role, and current options.

  • Risk vs. benefit: Comparing protection, effectiveness, and possible side effects.

  • Research update: What the latest CDC data reveals about this year’s flu shot.

  • Empowered choice: Get the facts you need to make confident, informed health decisions.

With Van D. Merkle
September 20, 2025

Vaccines, Children’s Health & Research Findings

  • Research discussion: Dr. Merkle examines recent data comparing health outcomes in vaccinated and unvaccinated children.

  • Notable differences: Findings show variations in neurological, metabolic, and behavioral health patterns.

  • Healthcare impact: Vaccinated children required more follow-up and healthcare visits, prompting further discussion.

  • Critical thinking: Encouraging parents and providers to review emerging data and make informed decisions about children’s health.

With Natalie Yahle
September 13, 2025

Hormone Balance, Mammogram Accuracy & Patient Success

  • Progesterone connection: How hormone levels can affect density readings on a mammogram.

  • Liver health impact: A patient reverses an abnormal breast imaging result by improving fatty liver function.

  • Natural solutions: Dr. Natalie shares how lifestyle and nutritional changes can influence imaging and overall wellness.

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