Ellen Goldsmith is a nationally board certified, licensed acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist. Her integrative body centered and intuitive approach is grounded in decades of study and experience which are key to collaborating and working with people to help them reach their goals. Ellen’s expertise and dedication to the advancement of Asian and natural medicine extends to her years of service on the Oregon Medical Board’s Acupuncture Advisory Committee and the National University of Natural Medicine’s board of directors where she served as its chair.

She is known for her enduring confidence that each person has the power within to resolve challenges, grow and heal. From working with AIDS patients in the 80s, to trauma survivors, to performing artists, to high functioning professionals, elders and young people, Ellen is deeply equipped to guide people through challenging issues.

Her popular book, Nutritional Healing with Chinese Medicine: +175 Recipes for Optimal Health, was touted by WELL + GOOD as one of the top cookbooks by an American practitioner of Chinese medicine, recommended for anyone looking for a framework to improving the quality of their diet, or experimenting with different ways of eating to see how it makes you feel. She speaks frequently on the value of understanding food as medicine from a Chinese medicine point of view at conferences and schools. Currently, she maintains a consulting and Chinese medicine practice out of Portland, Oregon.

Welcome back to the D&D Morning Show, where Drew and Dorothy continue to share their expertise on all things health and wellness. In this episode, the hosts tackle the topic of digestion and its role in achieving optimal health.

As Drew and Dorothy explain, digestion is not just about breaking down food - it's also about absorbing nutrients and eliminating waste. The hosts offer practical tips for improving your digestion, such as chewing your food thoroughly and incorporating probiotics into your diet. They also delve into the importance of meal timing and portion control, and offer suggestions for healthy meal prep and planning.

But that's not all - in typical D&D fashion, the hosts also share some of their favorite supplements and wellness products. From digestive enzymes to collagen powder, Drew and Dorothy offer a wealth of information and insights to help you take your health and wellness journey to the next level.

So, whether you're struggling with digestive issues or simply looking for ways to optimize your health and wellness, tune in to the D&D Morning Show for practical tips and advice that you can put into practice right away. With new episodes dropping every week, the D&D Morning Show is your go-to source for health and wellness insights that are both informative and entertaining.

Are you looking for a fun and informative way to kickstart your mornings? Look no further than the D&D Morning Show! Drew and Dorothy are two health and wellness enthusiasts who share their insights and expertise on everything from fitness and nutrition to supplements and healthy lifestyle habits.

Previously available only as a collection of Facebook live replays, the Morning Show is now being relaunched as a podcast on all platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more. This means that you can listen to the show on-the-go, or watch the full video shows on YouTube, one new episode dropping each week.

Each week, Drew and Dorothy bring their unique perspectives to a variety of topics that are sure to leave you feeling energized and inspired. From workout tips and fitness routines to meal prep and digestion, the hosts cover it all with a healthy dose of humor and personality. Whether you're a seasoned fitness fanatic or just starting out on your wellness journey, the D&D Morning Show has something for everyone.

So, grab your tea and tune in to the D&D Morning Show for an invigorating start to your day. With new episodes dropping every week, you'll never run out of inspiring and informative content to fuel your wellness and fitness journey.

Today we're focusing on supplements to improve your performance in your workouts.

So this is going to be a fun one. We want to jump on here and offer some value and some information. So usually, I mean, in the in the more recent past, we did a bunch of exciting live product launches and we thought, why not do a show and just offer some information and instead of our getting excited about new product, instead we should talk about the products that we do have and how they can help in this particular way to improve your workout performance. Yes.

And a lot of times we get people who write in or ask us questions about, I have lots of your supplements, but how should I take them or when should I take them? So that's what we're going to go over today as well, is when to take your supplements and how how to take your supplements as well.

Justin Frandson is a renowned Athleticism Performance Coach and author. He specializes in nerve work, and is the founder of Athleticism.com and EMFRocks.com. He has been working in the field of athletic performance for over 25 years. Justin is the author of, Athleticism: Whole Body + Whole Brain + Performance, which delves into the connection between athletic performance and the environment.

He became interested in the impact of environmental factors on athletic performance after noticing that many of his athletes were breaking down due to the effects of wearable technology. In response to this, he looked to nature for solutions to the man-made EMF challenge. His Grounding Bags, which are sold at doctor clinics across the country, are the leading natural answer for helping people coexist with EMF.

Today we are talking about why the gym is a recipe for disaster. When I say gym, I'm talking about conventional gyms.

I'm going to talk about the history of gyms, which could be a bit boring for some, but I'm only going to touch on that for a moment.

I'm going to tell you why gyms don't conventionally work for the average person, although there is a very small amount of a very small percentage of people that a gym could actually work for.

 And then I'm going to tell you what you need instead to see the results you're looking for.