Dr. Jill Carnahan - Hope for the Brain: Take Control of Mold Toxicity

Cutting Edge Health: Preventing Cognitive Decline

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The podcast "Cutting Edge Health: Preventing Cognitive Decline" features host Jane Rogers interviewing Dr. Jill Carnahan, a renowned functional medicine doctor based in Boulder, Colorado. Dr. Carnahan discusses her book, Unexpected, which explores her personal journey through cancer and Crohn's disease, likely influenced by her upbringing on a farm exposed to various toxins. She emphasizes the impact of environmental toxicity on health, particularly cognitive decline, highlighting the importance of detoxification.
Dr. Carnahan stresses the need to reduce toxic load by addressing air quality, water filtration, and food choices. She discusses the prevalence of mold toxicity and its detrimental effects on cognition. Recommending air filtration systems and water filters, she emphasizes the significance of clean air and water for brain health. Additionally, she advocates for consuming organic, nutrient-rich foods and avoiding processed foods and sugar.
The conversation delves into the reversibility of cognitive decline, emphasizing the importance of early intervention and addressing root causes. Dr. Carnahan shares insights into selecting a functional medicine doctor who listens attentively and conducts thorough diagnostics. She acknowledges the financial challenges but suggests prioritizing health investments, starting with basic lifestyle changes and gradually incorporating additional therapies like PEMF mats for improving sleep quality.
Overall, the podcast provides practical advice for maintaining cognitive health through lifestyle modifications, detoxification, and personalized medical interventions, empowering listeners to take proactive steps towards vibrant aging and longevity.
Listeners are directed to Dr. Carnahan's book, Unexpected, and her website (https://www.jillcarnahan.com/) for further information and medical services.
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Dr. Jill Carnahan is Your Functional Medicine Expert® dually board certified in Family Medicine for 10 years and in Integrative Holistic Medicine. She is the founder and Medical Director of Flatiron Functional Medicine, a widely sought-after practice with a broad range of clinical services including functional medical consulting, chiropractic therapy, physical therapy, naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, and therapeutic massage. As a survivor of breast cancer, Crohn’s disease, and toxic mold illness she brings a unique perspective to treating. Her clinic specializes in searching for the underlying causes of illness through cutting-edge lab testing and personalized medicine protocols.

Featured in People magazine, Shape, Parade, Forbes, MindBodyGreen, First for Women, Townsend Newsletter, and The Huffington Post as well as seen on NBC News and Health segments with Joan Lunden, Dr. Jill is a media must-have. Her YouTube channel and podcast features interviews with the healthcare world’s most respected names in medicine, science, and functional medicine. She co-authored the Personalized and Precision Integrative Cardiovascular Medicine Textbook with Dr. Mark Houston. Her new book, Unexpected: Finding Resilience through Functional Medicine, Science, and Faith is now available for purchase anywhere books are sold. She is executive producer, film writer, and is featured in a new documentary about her journey overcoming illness called Doctor/Patient. Don’t miss your chance to work with this real-life “Dr. House” who’s full of laughter, life lessons, and boundless passion for patient wellness.

A popular inspirational speaker and prolific writer, she shares her knowledge of hope, health and healing live on stage and through newsletters, articles, books, and social media posts. Patients and fans alike are encouraged by Dr. Jill’s are encouraged by her science-back medical knowledge delivered with authenticity, love and humor. She is known for inspiring her audience to thrive even in the midst of difficulties. Be sure to follow her @drjillcarnahan on Instagram.
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