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Naturopathy Today helps you find nature’s path to health and wellness. Hosts Dr. Michael Schwartz, ND and Steve Lankford are your guides on a journey to good health using wholistic naturopathic principles. Join them on a voyage to excellent health on all levels. New episodes every Monday. Hosts: Michael Schwartz, ND and Steve Lankford Contact: DrM@michaelshealth.com Design, Production, Editing and Voiceover: S. Phillips Music: Lauren Duski
Episodes

Feb 6, 2023
Feb 6, 2023
29 min
Michael and Steve recap their year of the Naturopathy Today podcast. As Michael points out, “we look back in order to see ahead.”
One concept discussed on today's episode applies to everything in life - “Use what you have and more will be given. Do not use what you have and even that shall be taken from you.”
Michael and Steve have some final thoughts as they prepare to take a hiatus from the show.
Be sure to listen to Steve’s podcast at his Health Quest Podcast.
You can also contact Michael via email at DrM@michaelshealth.com or through the Center for Universal Teachings Applied.
Until we meet again, thanks for listening to Michael’s Naturopathy Today. We hope you put NT's information to work in your life. Be well!

Jan 30, 2023
Jan 30, 2023
13 min
Michael and Steve discuss addictions to sugar, salt and processed foods.
Organic foods vs. conventional foods.
Eliminating artificial flavors, stabilizers and chemicals from your diet.
Emotional attachments to foods that can undermine your health.
Those who follow cultural, ethnic or traditional family diets can learn how to substitute healthier versions of their foods.
Learn about Mind-Body-Spirit connections in Michael’s book, “The Universal Teachings Handbook” available as a free download here.
Have a question or comment? Feel free to contact us.

Jan 23, 2023
Jan 23, 2023
17 min
Michael and Steve discuss environmental toxin exposures, including:
- A study led by Environmental Working Group (EWG) measuring pollution in newborn babies, which revealed that umbilical cords harbored 200+ hazardous chemicals.1,2,3
- How sugar crystalline structures can form in the brain and sever nerve connections, which could be the primary cause of dementia.
- 42% of Americans are obese, and bariatric surgeries are being performed on children. Why are we such a sick nation?
- How naturopathy can give you better healing alternatives by following the path of nature to live as natural a life as possible.
- How often should you detox?
Find the link between physical health and thoughts/beliefs. Learn more about Mind-Body-Spirit connections in Michael’s book, “The Universal Teachings Handbook” available as a free download here.
Have a question or comment? Feel free to contact us.
References:
1. “Body Burden: The Pollution in Newborns.”, Environmental Working Group, July 14, 2005.
2. Ragusa, Antonio et al. “Plasticenta: First evidence of microplastics in human placenta.” Environment international vol. 146 (2021): 106274. doi:10.1016/j.envint.2020.106274
3. Alberghini, Leonardo et al. “Microplastics in Fish and Fishery Products and Risks for Human Health: A Review.” International journal of environmental research and public health vol. 20,1 789. 31 Dec. 2022, doi:10.3390/ijerph20010789

Jan 16, 2023
Jan 16, 2023
26 min
Belief systems. Are they healthy or harmful? Do they imprison us or free us?
A comparison of the teachings of spiritual masters: Jesus, Buddha, Confucius, Plato, Aristotle, Socrates. Did they teach the same basic concepts?
A discussion of blind faith vs. working faith.
Prayer as a powerful form of mental programming.
There’s a link between physical health and your thoughts/beliefs. Expand your thinking to recognize the root causes of all physical health issues. Learn more about Mind-Body-Spirit connections in Michael’s book, “The Universal Teachings Handbook” available as a free download here.
Have a question or comment? Feel free to contact us.

Jan 9, 2023
Jan 9, 2023
28 min
Michael and Steve discuss the fallout from taking “bone building” medications to treat osteoporosis in post-menopausal women.
Learn how to build and maintain healthy bones naturally with proper essential nutrients.
Also, revelations about some supplement industry standards (and secrets).
Remember, there’s a link between physical ailments and your thoughts. Expand your thinking to recognize the root causes of all physical health issues. Learn more about Mind-Body-Spirit connections in Michael’s book, “The Universal Teachings Handbook” available as a free download here.
Have a question or comment? Feel free to contact us.
Links for referenced material in this episode:
MNP Essential Minerals – Michael’s complete multi-minerals formula (including trace minerals)
www.thennt.com – “a framework and rating system to evaluate therapies”

Jan 2, 2023
Jan 2, 2023
23 min
Michael and Steve walk you through a preparation for the new year and a new cycle.
Finding and carrying forward a positive attitude into this new cycle.
How to create a discipline for better health on all levels: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.
How to keep up your energy and immune system.
How to make choices that will bring the changes you desire in this new cycle.
Expand your thinking to recognize the root causes of all physical health issues. Learn more about Mind-Body-Spirit connections in Michael’s book, “The Universal Teachings Handbook” available as a free download here.
Have a question or comment? Feel free to contact us.

Dec 26, 2022
Dec 26, 2022
32 min
The symbology of the various triggers for migraines is revealed, including:
- Hormones
- Emotions
- Patterns of behavior
Could the solutions to external triggers dwell inside of us? Yes! Learn to take control of your health and your life by changing your perspective and attitude.
Remember, there’s always a link between physical ailments and your thoughts and attitudes.
Expand your thinking to recognize the root causes of all physical health issues. Learn more about Mind-Body-Spirit connections in Michael’s book, “The Universal Teachings Handbook” available as a free download here.
Have a question or comment? Feel free to contact us.

Dec 19, 2022
Dec 19, 2022
24 min
What are the 9 things you need to heal your body? Tune in to find out.
Migraines – what causes them and what can you do to stop them? Michael goes through a list of “triggers” that can stimulate a migraine and the emotional components involved in them.
Michael and Steve also discuss some natural remedies to help relieve migraines, with a tidbit about the “niacin flush”.
Learn about Mind-Body-Spirit connections in Michael’s book, “The Universal Teachings Handbook” available as a free download here.
Have a question or comment? Feel free to contact us.

Dec 12, 2022
Dec 12, 2022
24 min
Dealing with self-inflicted stress over the holiday season? Do you have expectations of yourself and others during the holidays? You're setting yourself up for disappointment. Michael and Steve show you how to avoid that trap.
Tap into Divine Love to resolve conflicts and enjoy the holiday festivities.
Don't allow others to dictate your feelings.
Learn to program yourself with positive messaging and affirmations to find peace and tranquility within.
Remember that you are the author of your own journey.
Have a question or comment? Feel free to contact us.


Dec 5, 2022
Dec 5, 2022
24 min
Michael and Steve discuss the distress of incontinence and which natural remedies can help ease the situation.
Discover why herbal solutions are not the answer for incontinence.
For more information on Michael’s mineral supplement click here.
Recognize the root causes of all physical health issues. Learn more about Mind-Body-Spirit connections in Michael’s book, “The Universal Teachings Handbook” available as a free download here.
Have a question or comment? Feel free to contact us.
