Nutrition Prescription: Wellness vs Medications

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In this episode, Dr. Steve and Teresa explore how metabolic health conferences are transforming the way chronic diseases like type 2 di...

If you are needing help getting off diabetes medications and/or losing weight. We are here to help! Click the link below to get on a FREE 30 min CHAT to see if we have anything that can help!

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In this episode, Dr. Steve sits down with circadian health experts Thaddeus Owen and Heidi Sime, co‑founders of Dr...

If you are needing help getting off diabetes medications and/or losing weight.  We are here to help!  Click the link below to get on a FREE 30 min CHAT to see if we have anything that can help!

Free 30-Min. Wellness Solutions Chat

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Momentum in the Mountains.  Monterey, VA.  www.eventbright.com

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If you are needing help getting off diabetes medications and/or losing weight.  We are here to help!  Click the link below to get on a FREE 30 min CHAT to see if we have anything that can help!

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Events where I will be speaking this year!   Secrets in Healthcare.  Use CODE shughlett10 for a discount.   Secrets in Healthcare

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Dr. Anthony Chaffee and Dr. Steve Hughlett discuss key health topics in this recorded medical i...

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If you are needing help getting off diabetes medications and/or losing weight. We are here to help! Click the link below to get on a FREE 30 min CHAT to see if we have anything that can help!

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Are you constantly "caught hungry" at 5:30 pm and end up in a drive‑thru be...

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If you are needing help getting off diabetes medications and/or losing weight.  We are here to help!  Click the link below to get on a FREE 30 min CHAT to see if we have anything that can help!

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In this episode, Dr. Steve and guest Kerry Mann unpack how a "prop...

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Do you feel like every year you're on more medications and getting less healthy? In this episode, Dr...

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If you are needing help getting off diabetes medications and/or losing weight. We are here to help! Click the link below to get on a FREE 30 min CHAT to see if we have anything that can help!

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In this episode, we sit down with author and carnivore educator Jenny Mitich, who used a carnivore diet to lose over 50 pounds, reverse severe anxiety and depression, and rebuild her metabolic health. She shares how her husband first lost 130 pounds with keto and water fasting...

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If you are needing help getting off diabetes medications and/or losing weight. We are here to help! Click the link below to get on a FREE 30 min CHAT to see if we have anything that can help!

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In this episode, Dr. Steve Hughlett, a Doctor of Pharmacy with over 35 years of experience, explains how many people with type 2 diabetes can safely get off all their diabetic medications in less than 30 days using nutrition alone—no special foods, no supplements, and no exercise programs required. He...

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If you are needing help getting off diabetes medications and/or losing weight. We are here to help! Click the link below to get on a FREE 30 min CHAT to see if we have anything that can help!

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Most people are chasing quick fixes, new medications, and trendy programs that never address the real cause of poor health. In this episode, Dr. Steve Hughlett, Doctor of Pharmacy and author of Your Plate Is Your Fate, shares why real health starts with...

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If you are needing help getting off diabetes medications and/or losing weight. We are here to help! Click the link below to get on a FREE 30 min CHAT to see if we have anything that can help!

Free 30-Min. Wellness Solutions Chat

Your body runs on two different fuels — fat and glucose — and most people are unknowingly using the wrong one. In this episode, Dr. Steve Hughlett breaks down why your body was designed to burn fat as its main energy source, and what happens when...

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If you are needing help getting off diabetes medications and/or losing weight. We are here to help! Click the link below to get on a FREE 30 min CHAT to see if we have anything that can help!

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In this episode, Dr. Steve explains why type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and insulin resistance are really the same fire burning in your body—and how lowering glucose at the source can help you lose weight, lo...

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If you are needing help getting off diabetes medications and/or losing weight. We are here to help! Click the link below to get on a FREE 30 min CHAT to see if we have anything that can help!

Free 30-Min. Wellness Solutions Chat

Do you feel like you "eat healthy," but your weight, blood pressure, blood sugar, or joint pain keep getting worse? In this episode, Dr. Steve Hughlett breaks down what eating healthy really means for people in their 30s to 70s who are tired, overweight, and frustrated with...

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Hey Podcast Friends!

If you could use some help with weight loss, inflammation and getting off medications..

Check out my Essential step-by-step course that helps you get started to take control of your health using real food — not pills, not crash diets, and definitely not tons of time in the gym. You'll learn how to eat low-carb, boost your energy, and build a healthier lifestyle that actually lasts.

This is my Basic Essentials Course and it will help you to get started.

Get signed up here before the price increase!

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Hey Podcast Friends!

If you could use some help with weight loss, inflammation and getting off medications..

Check out my Essential step-by-step course that helps you get started to take control of your health using real food — not pills, not crash diets, and definitely not tons of time in the gym. You'll learn how to eat low-carb, boost your energy, and build a healthier lifestyle that actually lasts.

This is my Basic Essentials Course and it will help you to get started.

Get signed up here before the price increase!

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Hey Podcast Friends!

If you could use some help with weight loss, inflammation and getting off medications..

Check out my Essential step-by-step course that helps you get started to take control of your health using real food — not pills, not crash diets, and definitely not tons of time in the gym. You'll learn how to eat low-carb, boost your energy, and build a healthier lifestyle that actually lasts.

This is my Basic Essentials Course and it will help you to get started.

Get signed up here before the price increase!

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Hey Podcast Friends!

If you could use some help with weight loss, inflammation and getting off medications..

Check out my Essential step-by-step course that helps you get started to take control of your health using real food — not pills, not crash diets, and definitely not tons of time in the gym. You'll learn how to eat low-carb, boost your energy, and build a healthier lifestyle that actually lasts.

This is my Basic Essentials Course and it will help you to get started.

Get signed up here before th...

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Hey Podcast Friends!

If you could use some help with weight loss, inflammation and getting off medications..

Check out my Essential step-by-step course that helps you get started to take control of your health using real food — not pills, not crash diets, and definitely not tons of time in the gym. You'll learn how to eat low-carb, boost your energy, and build a healthier lifestyle that actually lasts.

This is my Basic Essentials Course and it will help you to get started.

Get signed up here before th...

Hey Podcast Friends!

If you could use some help with weight loss, inflammation and getting off medications..

Check out my Essential step-by-step course that helps you get started to take control of your health using real food — not pills, not crash diets, and definitely not tons of time in the gym. You'll learn how to eat low-carb, boost your energy, and build a healthier lifestyle that actually lasts.

This is my Basic Essentials Course and it will help you to get started.

Get signed up here before the price increase!

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Hey Podcast Friends!

If you could use some help with weight loss, inflammation and getting off medications..

Check out my Essential step-by-step course that helps you get started to take control of your health using real food — not pills, not crash diets, and definitely not tons of time in the gym. You'll learn how to eat low-carb, boost your energy, and build a healthier lifestyle that actually lasts.

This is my Basic Essentials Course and it will help you to get started.

Get signed up here before the price increase!

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Hey Podcast Friends!

If you could use some help with weight loss, inflammation and getting off medications..

Check out my Essential step-by-step course that helps you get started to take control of your health using real food — not pills, not crash diets, and definitely not tons of time in the gym. You'll learn how to eat low-carb, boost your energy, and build a healthier lifestyle that actually lasts.

This is my Basic Essentials Course and it will help you to get started.

Get signed up here before the price increase!

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Hey Podcast Friends!

If you could use some help with weight loss, inflammation and getting off medications..

Check out my Essential step-by-step course that helps you get started to take control of your health using real food — not pills, not crash diets, and definitely not tons of time in the gym. You'll learn how to eat low-carb, boost your energy, and build a healthier lifestyle that actually lasts.

This is my Basic Essentials Course and it will help you to get started.

Get signed up here before the price in...

Hey Podcast Friends!

If you could use some help with weight loss, inflammation and getting off medications..

Check out my Essential step-by-step course that helps you get started to take control of your health using real food — not pills, not crash diets, and definitely not tons of time in the gym. You'll learn how to eat low-carb, boost your energy, and build a healthier lifestyle that actually lasts.

This is my Basic Essentials Course and it will help you to get started.

Get signed up here before the price increase!

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Hey Podcast Friends!

If you could use some help with weight loss, inflammation and getting off medications..

Check out my Essential step-by-step course that helps you get started to take control of your health using real food — not pills, not crash diets, and definitely not tons of time in the gym. You'll learn how to eat low-carb, boost your energy, and build a healthier lifestyle that actually lasts.

This is my Basic Essentials Course and it will help you to get started.

Get signed up here before the price in...

Hey Podcast Friends!

If you could use some help with weight loss, inflammation and getting off medications..

Check out my Essential step-by-step course that helps you get started to take control of your health using real food — not pills, not crash diets, and definitely not tons of time in the gym. You'll learn how to eat low-carb, boost your energy, and build a healthier lifestyle that actually lasts.

This is my Basic Essentials Course and it will help you to get started.

Get signed up here before the price in...

Want to lose weight, get off medications, and finally feel great again?

Check out my Essential step-by-step course that helps you get started to take control of your health using real food — not pills, not crash diets, and definitely not tons of time in the gym. You'll learn how to eat low-carb, boost your energy, and build a healthier lifestyle that actually lasts.

Get signed up here before the price increase!

Thrive Naturally Essentials Course

In this episode, Dr. Steve breaks down type 2 diabetes in simple language and explains wh...

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Want to lose weight, get off medications, and finally feel great again? Check out my Basic step-by-step course that helps you get started to take control of your health using real food — not pills, not crash diets, and definitely not tons of time in the gym. You'll learn how to eat low-carb, boost your energy, and build a healthier lifestyle that actually lasts.

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Thrive Naturally Basic Course

In this episode, Dr. Steve explains why losing fat and getting healthy is driven far more by the food you ea...

Many people think they are "just fair-skinned" or that the sun is the enemy, but sometimes the problem is actually toxins in the food they just ate. Dr. Steve breaks down how compounds called furanocoumarins in certain plants can react with sunlight and damage your skin, causing redness, blisters, and dark spots, even if you are not allergic.​

He explains the difference between a normal sunburn and phytophotodermatitis, a reaction where plant chemicals on or in your skin are activated by UV light and create reactive oxygen species that damage your cells. You will learn why your ov...

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This episode explains how certain foods—especially seed oils, processed grains, and specific plants—can make your skin much more sensitive to the sun and cause burning, rashes, and even blistering that looks like a bad sunburn. You will learn why the sun itself is not the main problem, how plant toxins like furanocoumarins work, and how shifting to more saturated animal fats and whole foods can help your skin handle sun exposure better.​

Sunlight helps balance hormones, lift mood, and support your natural sleep–wake rhythm (cortisol in the morning...

Want to lose weight, get off medications, and finally feel great again?

Check out my step-by-step course that helps you take control of your health using real food — not pills, not crash diets, and definitely not tons of time in the gym. You'll learn how to eat low-carb, boost your energy, and build a healthier lifestyle that actually lasts.

Get signed up here:

Thrive Naturally Basic Course

Stress isn't always bad. In this episode, Dr. Steve explains how "good stress" helps you survive and stay sharp, and ho...

This is part two of the "Medication Misdirection" series, focusing on cholesterol drugs and why so many people are told they "need" a statin to be healthy. Dr. Steve explains how drug companies shifted the focus to LDL numbers, why that's the wrong target, and how real heart risk is driven by sugar, flour, seed oils, and man‑made foods—not by eating natural fat and cholesterol.​

You'll learn what triglycerides, HDL, and LDL really are, why small dense LDL is the real danger, and how statins may actually damage every cell in your body by blocking key nu...

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In this episode, Dr. Steve shares a powerful talk from the Secrets in Health Conference about how diabetes medications often "miss the mark." He explains the real root problem behind type 2 diabetes (insulin resistance), why focusing only on blood sugar and A1C keeps you sick, and how man-made, high-carb processed foods have created an epidemic of high insulin, inflammation, and weight gain. You'll learn what pre-diabetes really is, how drug companies have shaped the way doctors are trained, and why low-carb, whole, animal-based foods can help you lower insulin, burn fat for fuel, and regain your...

Click here to join...Freeze the Scale

This episode dives into simple and practical ways to keep your health and energy on track during the holiday season. Learn why most people gain weight between Thanksgiving and New Year, and how to avoid extra pounds without missing out on the festivities. Discover what's really in your holiday meals, why low carb and whole foods matter, and get easy tips you can use at parties and family gatherings. Focus on eating good food, staying connected, and feeling confident in your health as you celebrate. Join the "Freeze...

JOIN The FREEZE the SCALE Challenge Your Body's Two Sources of Fuel

The body can use either glucose or fat as fuel. Most people rely on glucose due to dietary guidelines over the last 40–50 years, but this is not the way humans are designed to function.​

Using fat for energy leads to stable insulin levels, reduced inflammation, and lower blood sugar—all three are pillars for good health and protection against disease.​

Elevated insulin levels (from glucose) cause the body to store fat; using fat for energy keeps insulin low and helps you burn stored fat.​

Introduction

In Today's episode Dave Woodcock, shares how their relationship began and how Dave's health journey recently became inspiring for many.

Dave explains their connection through family and describes their first discussions about nutrition and health, sparked by reading "Your Plate is Your Fate" in 2021, even though initial changes were gradual.

Dave grew up in Iowa and was always active, playing sports in high school and college.

Nutrition was not a priority throughout his youth and early adulthood, especially living in Chicago, where an unhealthy lifestyle caught up with...

This episode dives deep into what fat cells actually do, why we have them, and how they play a huge role in health, energy, and the development of insulin resistance. The discussion is practical and focused on helping you understand that fat cells, insulin, and the kinds of foods we eat are tightly linked to our energy, confidence, and overall wellbeing—all without restrictive diets or hours at the gym.​

Podcast Rebranding Announcement

New name: "Nutrition Prescription: Wellness vs Medications" to reflect a focus on overall health, not just weight loss.​

Coming in mid-No...

This episode is a deep, personal look into my own weight-loss transformation — from struggling with weight gain and low energy to regaining health and vitality. I walk through the early days of trying the Body for Life program, the lessons learned, the mistakes realized over time, and what truly works for lasting fat loss and energy today.

The episode begins with a reflection on the host's personal journey and the question so many listeners ask: Have you ever struggled with weight yourself?

After years in college and early adulthood, weight gradually climbed du...

In this episode I am interviewing Gin Stephens.

Gin Stephens is a bestselling author, podcaster, and educator who has become a leading voice in the world of intermittent fasting. She began dabbling in intermittent fasting around 2009, but truly committed to the lifestyle in 2014 after her weight reached 210 pounds, ultimately losing over 80 pounds and transforming her health.

Her books, including "Delay, Don't Deny" and "Fast. Feast. Repeat.," have helped popularize the concept of a "clean fast" and empowered thousands to adopt intermittent fasting for weight management and well-being.

The key principles of Gin Stephens...

This episode explores how big corporations use marketing tactics—like the food pyramid and low-fat trends—to prioritize profits over genuine health. Listeners will learn how processed foods and misleading dietary advice have caused chronic health issues, and discover why choosing whole foods and a low-carb approach is essential for restoring energy and well-being.

How the food pyramid was designed by the sugar industry to normalize high-carb, sugar-heavy diets.

The dangers of ultra-processed foods and why they contribute to diabetes, obesity, and heart disease.

The myth that "fat makes you fat"...