The Natural Evolution

The Missing Piece of Healthcare: Community & Groups Success with James Maskell

James Maskell is the author of The Community Cure and a pioneering entrepreneur in the functional medicine space. Originally working in economics, James started his company, HealCommunity, 16 years ago as a way to flatten the curve of ever-rising healthcare costs due to chronic illnesses.In this episode you’ll learn more about how chronic illness heavily contributes to rising healthcare costs and how HealCommunity’s mission aims to change that in spite of functional medicine’s potential pitfalls. James speaks about the increased patient outcomes in group functional medicine and how to get insurance companies on board.Find more information on HealCommunity here.For more on functional medicine, follow James on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Sustainable Healing Through Functional Medicine with Kirkland Newman

Kirkland Newman is a London-based journalist, entrepreneur and philanthropist who struggled with her diagnosis of postpartum depression. While navigating through panic attacks & anxiety, she found her path to self-recovery within integrative medicine. As a result of her discoveries, Kirkland founded MindHealth360, a website that provides free resources on integrative mental health and functional medicine, and its corresponding interview show, The MindHealth360 Show.In this episode Kirkland shares how finding functional medicine after the birth of her children completely changed the state of her health and functioned as the turning point that led to her founding MindHealth360. You’ll learn about the gap that exists between mental health practitioners and other medical professionals, and why such a gap exists in a world with so many medical advancements. Kirkland discusses this gap in depth, and how integrative mental health could be integral in closing it.For functional health resources, and The MindHealth360 Show, click here. For the latest in functional medicine and integrative mental health, follow MindHealth360 on Instagram and Facebook.If you like the Natural Evolution Podcast like us, subscribe, review, and share us with your friends, and come join our Rebel Health Tribe group on Facebook.

Changing the Game Plan: Building Skincare Success from Personal Tragedy with Andy Hnilo

Andy Hnilo, the CEO of Alitura Naturals, is the picture of success now but the journey to get there wasn’t exactly what he had in mind initially. A star baseball player at UC Berkeley, Andy was adrift after not being drafted into the MLB and began trying to forge a path in the entertainment industry. His burgeoning career came crashing down one night in 2011, when he was hit and run over by two cars on a busy Los Angeles street. Not one to let adversity keep him down, Andy poured his time into recovery and a love of skincare developed as a result. A decade later, the award-winning Alitura Naturals is a multimillion-dollar clean luxury skincare brand.In this episode, Andy talks about his brush with fame and the moment it all came crashing down. He discusses how he used supplements to take his recovery into his own hands – and how it led to the birth of his skincare company, Alitura Naturals. You’ll learn the importance of understanding what goes into your skincare, how Andy perfected the formulas for the Alitura Naturals products, and find out how you can shop Alitura’s clean skincare!For top skincare tips and news, follow Alitura on Instagram and Facebook.Shop Alitura’s top-of-the-line skincare must-haves here.If you like the Natural Evolution Podcast like us, subscribe, review, and share us with your friends, and come join our Rebel Health Tribe group on Facebook.

Reboot your Brain: Exploring Flotation Therapy with Michael Cordova

Michael Cordova began experimenting with flotation therapy over a decade ago as a way to cope with the stress of his job. Now, he is the co-founder of Floating Point Float Centre in Pangbourne, UK and regularly appears on BBC Radio Berkshire’s wellbeing panel. Michael gave the world’s first TEDx Talk on Floatation Therapy and his float practice currently partners with British Rowing to support the performance and recovery of Olympic athletes.In this episode, Michael discusses his thoughts, observations, and the history of the science-backed methodology of floatation therapy. You’ll gain a better understanding on the benefits and why sensory deprivation is important considering the busy world we live in today. If you’ve ever been curious about floating - including the best time to float, what to expect, and getting over the fear of stepping in the tank - tune in for tips on getting started!Want to expand your knowledge of flotation therapy even further?Check out the Flotation Tank Association's website for more resources.Follow the Floating Point Float Centre on Instagram and Facebook for the latest news and offerings in flotation therapy.Watch Michael’s TedX Talk here.Add Michael's newest book to your reading list: Beneath The Blue - Enhancing Your Float Session available on Amazon!If you like the Natural Evolution Podcast like us, subscribe, review, and share us with your friends, and come join our Rebel Health Tribe group on Facebook.

Surviving Traditional Medicine in Search of the Right Healing Space with Dr. Jill Carnahan

Dr. Jill Carnahan, MD is board-certified by the American Board of Integrative Medicine (ABOIM) and Your Functional Medicine Expert®. She uses functional medicine to help patients find the root cause of their illness and identify nutritional and biochemical imbalances that may be contributing to their symptoms.Dr. Carnahan grew up in a midwestern farming family with a strong desire to change the medical system from within. However, she faced an uphill battle that was much larger than grades, analytical thinking, and accolades. At 25 years old, Dr. Carnahan became one of the youngest women diagnosed with an aggressive stage of breast cancer at Loyola Medical School. In this episode, we discuss Dr. Jill Carnahan’s journey from surviving breast cancer and Crohn’s disease to mold toxicity. We get a better understanding of how these experiences have shaped her philosophy and the way she practices medicine. Dr. Carnahan also highlights the importance of creating an optimal space for healing (or healing space), which is what traditional medical clinics lack. Seeking a more rounded approach to address your health imbalances? Check out Dr. Jill Carnahan’s Website and Dr Jill Health to discover more!Follow Dr. Jill on Facebook Or join her community on Instagram and Twitter for her newest health insights.