PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 Introduction 02:44 Best Time to Take Apple Cider Vinegar 06:48 Do you need more salt? 10:57 Dangers of Low Sodium 12:33 Research studies and U-Shaped Curves 15:58 Orthostatic hypotension 16:39 Functional range of sodium levels 19:31 Salt conscious culture 21:44 Sodium and adrenal fatigue 23:30 Cortisone, Epinephrine, Norepinephrine 23:56 Aldosterone 25:32 Blood... Continue Reading →
Q&A 3/30/23 GLP-1 and Weight Loss
PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 Importance of Fiber 04:55 What is GLP-1 and how to increase it 07:53 Reduces Food Cravings 09:25 How to naturally increase GLP-1 09:40 Glucomannan 09:58 Konjac Mannon 12:52 Guar Gum 14:24 Alpha Linolenic Acid 14:51 Alpha Lipoic Acid 19:03 Chromium 25:09 Resistant Starches 31:55 Is Stevia ok to eat? 34:51 Psyllium Fiber... Continue Reading →
Q&A 1/19/23 Transient Global Amnesia, non H-pylori ulcers and Who should do a Liver Cleanse?
PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS: Coming Soon https://youtu.be/VsblAgKMUlM Transcript from Webinar: Coming Soon... REFERNCES: Coming Soon... Dr. John Nieters L.Ac, DAOM, is an acupuncturist, Chinese herbalist, functional medicine, writer, teacher, and leader in the community. In this episode, John talks about his experience with the importance of finding your vision and purpose in life, in order to create... Continue Reading →
Q&A 1/5/23 Menopause and Traditional Chinese Medicine
PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS: Coming Soon https://youtu.be/kO8jb1d7qF4 Transcript from Webinar: Coming Soon... https://youtu.be/5arNOnxQWuM https://youtu.be/1n4NLB5PzWI https://youtu.be/ydDVU9l5fPw https://youtu.be/1MYDGQ7yEe0 https://youtu.be/pTGqKjC9zgk https://youtu.be/K0BZIBqk-II https://youtu.be/EHhxjdELdVg https://youtu.be/QKg-yvaPvH0 https://youtu.be/N3nRaymic_E https://youtu.be/TIbK4ykmYKw https://youtu.be/j35s5VxSAsA https://youtu.be/WWpR6Aasj9M https://youtu.be/wa2FoEvusGo https://youtu.be/OiKHG1drWsg https://youtu.be/k2rAKtZMeFQ https://youtu.be/yD8XdoiVf9Y REFERNCES: Coming Soon... https://drjengunter.com/the-menopause-manifesto/ Dr. John Nieters L.Ac, DAOM, is an acupuncturist, Chinese herbalist, functional medicine, writer, teacher, and leader in the community. In this episode, John talks about... Continue Reading →
Q&A 7/26/22 Simple Lab Tests that Can Make a Big Difference
PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS: 03:19 Simple Lab Testing 04:18 Ideal Functional Ranges 07:20 White Blood Cells 10:25 Hemoglobin 12:06 RDW 14:17 MCV 15:13 Platelets 20:05 hs-CRP 20:55 Homocysteine 21:19 D-Dimer 23:25 Fibrinogen 24:09 GGT 24:48 Ferritin 25:49 Can high platelets lead to menstrual cramps https://youtu.be/6V3L-DhKLEs Transcript from Webinar: Welcome to another edition of "Ask Dr. Neiters" here... Continue Reading →
Q&A 5/17/22 D-Dimer, micro-clotting, Nattokinase, Serrapeptase, Long COVID Symptoms
Podcast Highlights: 06:11 High D-Dimer test results while in ER 45:42 Type of magnesium recommended for long-COVID heart problems. 47:14 Which brands of nattokinase and serrapeptase do you recommend? 48:10 What do you think about Health Concerns supplement - Serramend? https://youtu.be/TXuGaPKzPO4 Transcript from Webinar: Hi there. Welcome to another edition of "Ask Dr. John."... Continue Reading →
Q&A 4/26/22 Old Scars and Benefits of Coffee and Tea
Podcast Highlights: 03:31:22 Could my internal organs be displaced after a C-section 17 years ago or from adhesions forming after that surgery? Could visceral manipulation be good to try for diagnosis and or relief?" 25:59:27 Is all caffeine, the same? Coffee and tea? Does the different sugar content in soft drinks make a difference?... Continue Reading →
Q&A 3/29/22 Traditional Chinese Medicine and the Liver/ Gallbladder
Full video of webinar: Podcast Highlights: 02:00 pH changes in the digestive system7:40 Gallbladder stones 10:00 Bristol Stool Chart 11:50 The Hun 12:50 Zong and Fu organs14:48 Paired organ meridian relationships. 17:57 Adrenal Glands and kidney meridian 23:16 Hun, wood, growth24:51 The general liver25:44 Gallbladder administrator30:12 drinking Tart Cherry juice for liver cleanse35:26 Recommend for... Continue Reading →
Q&A 3/22/22 Functional Labs, Long COVID, Adrenal Fatigue, Gallbladder pain, Hiatal Hernia, CT Scans/ Ultrasound
Podcast Highlights: 01:08 "I talk to my doctor about the labs and he says you don't need to be worried about those labs. They're within normal limits, etc.. 11:02 I had mild COVID symptoms. I added brain fog, low appetite. low optimism. I'm just in survival mode. I move 40% slower than usual. 29:57 I... Continue Reading →
Balancing Point Weekly Podcast 1/30/21
Dr. John Nieters L.Ac, DAOM, discusses What to do Post-COVID for lingering symptoms, and preventing future problems. Importance of Functional Medicine in diagnosing anemia Are steroids the best option for treating Asthma? Podcast Notes: 00:00 Intro. Recreating radio call in show. Inviting the public to email (healthandwellness@pacbell.net) or ask any questions they would like to... Continue Reading →
Sherlock Holmes comes to Alameda Acupuncture
The Curious Case of the Drunken Teetotaler https://youtu.be/dxSZs3YBhOU Doctors are perplexed and a wife doesn't know what to do when her husband displays erratic behaviors. Dr. John Nieters L.Ac, DAOM is often known as the Sherlock Holmes of Acupuncture. Hear an actual case study where his specialized skills are utilized to help this family. Synopsis:... Continue Reading →