In this episode, Courtney takes us on a deep dive into the role of protein in women's diets. If you experience cravings, mood swings, weight-loss plateaus, or poor sleep, then protein deficiency may be an area you want to consider evaluating. On this episode you will learn the best forms of protein to consume for improving hormone health, and the signs and symptoms of not having adequate protein in your diet.Chris Kresser Episode #179 apple.co/41BCSed Jade Teta’s episode #120apple.co/3LMLPLzFollow @healthinstitute on Instagram! www.instagram.com/healthinstitute Join The Health Institute Newsletter! www.thehealthinstitute.com/wellness-weekly

Our ability to adapt to stress in a healthy way relies on our ability to train our habits and consistently surrender. In this interview, Dr. Motley and Courtney Bursich take a deep dive into stress and how it is communicated and processed in our bodies. Other topics discussed:How to remind your body to listen to itself Why kids have nervous system related conditions How hormones are made How the body prioritizes certain hormones based on the presence of stress Symptoms of nervous system dysregulationWhy we are a gallbladder and liver dominant society How overwhelm and frustration are correlated to your liver and gallbladderHow to train your stress management habits EFT tapping, NET, and brain workFollow @healthinstitute on Instagram!www.instagram.com/healthinstitute Join The Health Institute Newsletter!www.thehealthinstitute.com/wellness-weekly

Ever wondered if your pet contributes to your health? This episode reviews data that evaluates children from households with pets versus those without. Included in this discussion, we look at the impact of pets on our immune system and the prevalence of allergies in our modern day life. Other details in this conversation: Children who grow up in households with dogs have a lower risk for developing autoimmune illnesses like asthma and allergies.Children born by Caesarean Section (CS) in the absence of household pets, reported a twofold higher risk of obesity at the age of 2 in CS-delivered infants compared to those born vaginally.Microbiome Journal Article: bit.ly/pet-microbiome Watch this Episode on YouTube! www.youtube.com/@health-institute Follow @healthinstitute on Instagram! www.instagram.com/healthinstitute Join The Health Institute Newsletter! www.thehealthinstitute.com/wellness-weekly

In today’s episode with Dr. Aimie Apigian, we discuss the difference between stress and trauma response. Dr. Aimie addresses how the body is designed for both stress and trauma, and how people get stuck in patterns of a trauma response. Learn the red flags and symptoms that indicate trauma and simple tools to help regulate your nervous system and stress response. Other topics discussed on this episode: Three ways to determine if you’re in a trauma responseThe design of the nervous systemThe link between chronic stress and inflammationPhysical health symptoms associated with trauma responseThe “push away” practiceSpontaneous deep breath vs. breathworkDr. Aimee’s 21 Day Healing Journey for trauma responseDr. Aimie’s website: www.traumahealingaccelerated.com Dr. Aimie’s Instagram: /www.instagram.com/draimie 21 Day Healing Journey Program: www.traumahealingaccelerated.comDr. Aimie’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/draimieapigian Watch this Episode on YouTube! www.youtube.com/@health-institute Follow @healthinstitute on Instagram! www.instagram.com/healthinstitute Join The Health Institute Newsletter! www.thehealthinstitute.com/wellness-weekly

Get your pen and paper for this episode from our expert doctor, Dr. Motley! In this deep dive convo, you’ll learn the significance of your gallbladder, why you get gallstones, and how to support your body if you’ve had your gallbladder removed. Other talking points include:What the Gallbladder does The psychological brain connection to the liver and gallbladderThe relationship between the gallbladder and the liver Common symptoms associated with gallbladder removal Emotions connected to the gallbladder Transition time (charcoal test) of bowel motilityHow gallstones are formedMagnesium citrate as a support for constipationPsyllium seed husk for fiber support to clear bile Mimosa Pudica for parasites and colon cleansing Rules for dosing supplements How to stimulate acupressure liver points 13 and 14 Lipase enzymes for digestive supportAcupressure Made Simple book: amzn.to/3AuKyDM Takesumi, Schisandra, Bodyguard Supreme: shop.supremenutritionproducts.com/?aff=28Humic / Fulvic Minerals: www.motherearthlabs.com DNRS- www.retrainingthebrain.com Follow @healthinstitute on Instagram! www.instagram.com/healthinstitute Join The Health Institute Newsletter! www.thehealthinstitute.com/wellness-weekly