Power Health Talk With Dr. Martin Rutherford And Dr. Randall Gates

Today we are discussing Weight Loss, Beyond the Calories Part Four.  In this series we are discussing the multitude of causes for an individual to be unable to lose weight. Today we will be discussing the effects of hormones, specifically testosterone and estrogen on weight loss for both sexes. Please […]

This week we are discussing hypothyroidism.  In previous broadcasts we have discussed different aspects of this extremely prevalent condition, including thyroid autoimmunity, thyroid conversion, and subclinical hypothyroidism.  Today, we will present these different aspects of thyroid disorders so that those with hypothyroidism can understand relationships of this disease to depression, […]

Today we are doing part three of our series, “Weight Loss, Beyond the Calories.”  These broadcasts are intended for those who have difficulty losing weight and those that have already tried dietary changes and exercise.  Furthermore, we discuss the myriad of underlying physiologic variables leading to an individual not being […]

Today we are discussing Peripheral Neuropathy.  Peripheral Neuropathy is a condition affecting upwards of 20 million adults in the United States and also 1/10 individuals over the age of 65.  Likely you know someone with peripheral neuropathy.  Most patients are informed there is nothing that can be done for this […]

Today we are discussing “Weight Loss, Beyond the Calories Part II.”  As was discussed in the first broadcast on this topic, we will be doing a multipart series on this issue of weight loss addressing the reasons why some people are unable to lose weight with caloric restriction. Please enjoy, […]

Today we are discussing “Fibromyalgia, the Problem is in Your Nerves, Not Your Muscles.”  There are many misconceptions about Fibromyalgia, one being that it is a muscle disorder.  In today’s broadcast we will discuss how this condition is primarily a neurologic disorder caused by immune system abnormalities as well as […]

Today we are discussing “Weight Loss, Beyond the Calories, Part I.”   For decades the prevailing notion in dieting has been that obesity is secondary to consuming too many calories, and by reducing caloric intake one should be able to lose weight.  There is no arguing that this method works […]

Today we present an article out of the journal Rheumatology International published last month, that documented significant improvements in Fibromyalgia patients that went on a gluten free diet.  As is commonly the case with gluten, this paper has created quite a stir in the rheumatology and chronic pain circles, and […]

Lately there have been many articles and columns that are bashing Chiropractic Neurology also known as Functional Neurology.  In this weeks segment Dr. Rutherford and Dr. Gates discuss the ignorance of these statements and how this profession is way ahead of the curve in addressing the brain and nervous system […]

Over the years, there has been discrepancy in the medical literature as to when a patient should be treated for hypothyroidism based on the severity of their lab tests.  In today’s broadcast, we will discuss this in detail as well as the fact that “borderline” cases of hypothyroidism can be […]

Today we are discussing a heated and somewhat controversial topic, “Insurance Companies and Hospitals, the Downfall of Healthcare.” Typically in these broadcasts we discuss topics related to particular health conditions.  However, recently we have been hearing many complaints by doctors and patients regarding financial pressure from these two entities. We […]

Today we are discussing the topic “Obesity, it all Starts in the Gut.” The American population, similar to other industrialized nations, has become increasingly overweight and obese, with some estimates stating that 2/3rds of our population will be obese in the next 20-30 years.  In our experience, there is tremendous […]

Today we will be talking about SIBO.SIBO stands for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, and is a relatively newly acknowledged entity which causes symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).  Because many of our patients have IBS as well as SIBO, we wanted to take today to discuss the new findings regarding […]

Today we are discussing female pattern hair loss, hirsuitism (excessive and unwanted hair growth often on the face or chest), and congenital causes of elevated testosterone in females. These are all issues that can cause considerable emotional angst.  Because of this, we will be discussing the underlying mechanisms and physiology […]

Today we will be discussing treatments for Peripheral Neuropathy, a condition affecting 20 million people where individuals suffer with burning, tingling, numbness, pain, cramping or weakness starting in the feet progressing up to the hands. As many of you are aware, we have done hours on neuropathy, primarily discussing the […]

Today we are discussing balance disorders.Problems with balance can be caused by a multitude of issues, ranging from inner ear disorders, lack of sensation in the feet, as well as disorders of the brain.  Due to the disability caused by balance impairment, we will be discussing this topic in greater […]

In today’s broadcast Dr. Rutherford and Dr. Gates discuss the newest trend in alternative medicine (as well as traditional medicine) where many conditions are treated in a cookbook fashion allowing in many cases minimal or temporary results.They will discuss why each individual needs to have a program designed just for […]

This week we are doing an update on Restless Leg Syndrome.  RLS is a disabling condition where individuals attempt to sit down or go to bed in the evening, and they experience an intense sensation to move their legs.  Often, they have to get up and move around, preventing them […]

Today we will be doing a second update on the new findings relative to Fibromyalgia. Upwards of 5% of the American population suffers with this debilitating disorder, characterized by severe pain all of the body, and other symptoms such as depression, headaches, and IBS.  Last week we discussed the new […]

This week we have a topic that we are both excited about, Fibromyalgia and small fiber neuropathy.  In the last year there have been numerous landmark scientific studies demonstrating that fibromyalgia patients have problems with the nerves sensing pain.  These issues can range from the pain nerves discharging spontaneously and […]