Primal Diet - Modern Health
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Natural Help for Shingles
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There are 8 herpes viruses that infect humans, including HSV1, HSV2, Shingles (Herpes Zoster), Chickenpox, Mononucleosis, and Epstein-Barr (chronic M...
Thyroid Tests and Lab Ranges
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know the best Thyroid tests and lab ranges? The Thyroid governs your metabolism – how fast things work, get used, replaced. Thyroid hormones ...
Hidden Sleep Apnea Symptoms – Is This You?
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hidden sleep apnea symptoms may be disrupting your life in ways you might not know about. I recently flunked an at-home sleep test and was shocked to ...
Which Is Better – Ghee or Coconut Oil?
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Clients and Primal Diet – Modern Health Podcast listeners often ask me: "Which is better – Ghee or Coconut Oil?" Here's a description and info on ...
Supplements for Memory and Alzheimer's
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Choline and Lithium are the key - but they must be in the correct FORM of the vitamin (Choline) and the mineral (Lithium). Orotate may be the most ...
Natural Help For Bladder Infections
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Maybe you've never had one, or maybe you get them 5 or 6 times a year. Natural help for bladder infections can help break the cycle of antibiotics a...
Saliva Testing for Hormones
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is Salivary Testing for Hormones? Why do I prefer it over blood testing? What hormones can be measured with Saliva Testing? Salivary Testing for ...
Nuts and Seeds – the Good and the Bad
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nuts and seeds Topics – the good and the bad Healthiest nuts and seeds Reducing Phytic Acid content Calories in nuts and seeds Omega 3 and 6 fats B...
Canker Sores and Mouth Ulcers
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I struggled with canker sores and mouth ulcers most of my life. Then I went gluten-free and committed to an Ancestral Diet. I get mouth sores occasion...
5 Rules for Gluten-Safe Kissing
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gluten-safe kissing is important to talk about. If you're sensitive to gluten, what happens when a kissable partner has eaten pizza or had a beer late...
Pros and Cons of Latex Mattresses
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There are many pros and cons of latex mattresses, mostly pro! The more you learn about this natural material, the more there is to love. My first l...
The Healthiest Oil You Never Heard Of
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I eat the healthiest oil I can find, and Tea Seed Oil is one you've probably never heard of. What is Tea Seed Oil? Tea Seed Oil is not the same as ...
Why Most Grains Are Bad For You, And What To Do About It
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is a topic that could fill four newsletters, but I want to mention some points about grains that I feel strongly about. First let's talk about gl...
Herbivores vs. Carnivores
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The digestive systems of herbivores and carnivores tells a lot about what each are meant to eat. Humans model carnivore digestion patterns. Digestive ...
5 Steps I Took To Heal Leaky Gut
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you want better health now and in the future, you have to heal leaky gut. It may be the key to preventing and reversing autoimmune disorders which ...
4 Foods to Avoid with Herpes or Shingles
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are several common foods to avoid with Herpes or Shingles. You may be eating these daily! Having personally struggled with both these viruses, I...
GABA – The Forgotten Neurotransmitter MC Draft
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What do you know about GABA - the forgotten neurotransmitter? We've heard about Serotonin and its use as an antidepressant but we seldom hear about th...
Are Your Olive and Avocado Oils Pure?
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are your Olive and Avocado Oils pure? Do you trust labels? It's sad but true. Labels often hide the true ingredients. Real Olive Oil is green and ...
Is Your Hair Care Making You Sick?
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is your hair care making you sick? Skin and scalp absorb things easily, sending them straight into the bloodstream. The moisturizer you put on your sk...
Easy Carb Counting for Weight Loss
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Body fat comes primarily from excess Carbohydrates. It's not general "excess calories" that usually cause weight gain. Calories from steak, vegetables...
Where Does Body Fat Come From?
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Where does body fat come from? It's not from overeating protein, healthy fats or vegetables. Why is it SUCH A SECRET in the news where body fat come...
Vegan Bloggers Claim Periods are Toxic
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are your periods toxic? Is your body discarding toxic waste when you flow? Some Raw Vegan bloggers began to claim periods are toxic wastes leaving the...
How to Wean off Valtrex for Herpes Management
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering how to wean off Valtrex? When is the right time? How do you control Herpes without Valtrex? I've been Consulting Clients since 1985 on a hug...
Adapting the Paleo Diet for Herpes Management
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
https://www.ondietandhealth.com/paleo-diet-for-herpes-management/Adapting the Paleo Diet for Herpes is the fastest way to manage viral outbreaks. My ...
Anxiety, Addiction and GABA
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
GABA Neurotransmitter for Anxiety and Addiction GABA is our main inhibitory (stabilizing) neurotransmitter and a regulator of anxiety and addiction. I...
5 Reasons to Fix Your Child's Stomach Aches
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
https://www.ondietandhealth.com/fix-your-childs-stomach-aches/https://www.ondietandhealth.com/fix-your-childs-stomach-aches/Why is it important to fi...
Are Your Adrenals Affecting Your Thyroid?
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The adrenal and thyroid connection is often missed by doctors checking only the thyroid. Understanding how these glands affect each other helps addres...
How to Take Lysine for Herpes
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lysine for Herpes – A Track Record of Success People have taken Lysine for Herpes and Shingles for decades. Being a sufferer myself, I depend on L...
Iodine for Hair, Thyroid and Female Health
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you use Iodine for Hair, Thyroid and Female health? Where do you get Iodine and how much do you need? 60 to 70% of us don't get enough. This he...
Are You Getting Enough Calories on Paleo?
14 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you getting enough calories on Paleo? Is it time to add more carbohydrates, fat, or more Paleo calories in general? I ask my female Clients of ave...
6 Reasons to Avoid Coconut Oil, Milk or Flour
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are there valid reasons to avoid coconut oil, meat, milk or water? Should coconuts be off the menu? My clients occasionally do see problems with ...
Healthier Ways to Buy and Eat Eggs
19 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How to Buy Healthy Eggs In the grocers, look for eggs labeled PASTURE-RAISED, such as Vital Farms. Pastured hens live outdoors in movable coops. In a ...
The Benefits of Mouth Taping at Night
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are many benefits of mouth taping at night. Taping your mouth at night improves the microbiome of the mouth and gut, increases daytime energy, i...
Using the Lysine Arginine Ratio for Herpes Viruses
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you using the Lysine Arginine ratio for Herpes support? Correctly? Lysine and Arginine are two of twenty amino acids (proteins). Proteins are buil...
Building a Strong Lean Body If You're Tired and Overweight
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to build a strong lean body when you're tired and overweight? Need movement that's easy but effective? How do you balance your hormones? And pick...
Are Keto, Paleo and Low Carb the Same?
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are Keto, Paleo and Low Carb the same? The answer is.... No... Yes... Sort of! Similar in many ways but different in others. New Clients often get t...
What to Eat On Paleo | The Definitive Guide
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What to eat on Paleo? Paleo, Ancestral, Primal, Diet For Human Beings (my DVD) is how people evolved to eat. Paleo is not Keto, Fasting, Carnivo...
Choosing the Best Grain Free Cat Food
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Need help choosing the best grain free cat food? I am a Functional Health coach and teach my (human) Clients to primarily eat foods we ate before Agr...
4 Good Foods for Constipation (and No Laxatives)
06 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Need some good foods for constipation? Chronic constipation and occasional constipation have different causes and need different support. Either way, ...
How Low GABA Symptoms Affect You
20 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
GABA is an important neurotransmitter you don't hear about much. Learning of my own low GABA symptoms changed my life – I should say saved my life...
How Stress Triggers Herpes Outbreaks
18 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder how stress triggers herpes outbreaks? And why? How does the herpes virus flare so quickly after stress, fear or trauma? Full Description
Natural Help For Dry Eye Symptoms
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Natural help for dry eye symptoms can reduce dry eye itching, pain and burning without prescription eye drops or medical intervention. Castor Oil ha...
How to Test and Treat Insulin Resistant Weight Gain
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most overweight people have Insulin Resistant weight gain, a specific type of fat from overeating carbohydrates. It is not from cholesterol. Carbohydr...
7 Keto Diet Pros and Cons
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Confused by Keto Diet pros and cons? You're not alone... It's the most confusing and misunderstood "diet" I see with Clients. See the full list here.
GABA and Serotonin Deficiency: The Brain Quiz
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here's an intro to GABA and Serotonin deficiency and a short Brain Quiz to help tell the two apart. Welcome to your Brain! GABA and Serotonin are our ...
7 Herpes Antiviral Support Options
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Looking for Herpes antiviral support options? There are more choices than antiviral prescriptions. Let's review some. Who Am I? I have a disorder of t...
GABA Deficiency Symptoms
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gaba deficiency symptoms are diverse and can affect the whole body. If you struggle with pain, anxiety, IBS, reflux, sweaty hands, insomnia or doze...
Is a Low Arginine Diet for Herpes Permanent?
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is a low Arginine Herpes diet permanent? Do you need to stay 100% strict with it forever? The answers are: Yes, No and Maybe… What is a Low Argin...
How To Correctly Dose Vitamin D
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Correctly dose Vitamin D. Don't guess! It's essential for short-term and long-term health in every cell of the body but you don't want to take more th...
Natural Help for Vertigo Using Chiropractic and Homeopathy
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Natural help for Vertigo using Chiropractic and Homeopathy has gotten me through several incidents of Vertigo. I've had three sudden bouts in the last...
Natural Flea Control for Dogs or Cats
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Natural flea control for dogs and cats can work very well. Natural pet care in general, is not hard and can change the quality of your pet's life. ...
4 Reasons You Have Trouble Staying Asleep
18 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Having trouble staying asleep? Waking up too early or restless after 3 AM? This is a common issue with Clients. Addressing these 4 areas helps most ev...
Are You Eating Dinner Too Early?
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you eating dinner too early? The best time to eat dinner may change your sleep and energy. Waking at 3 AM is a common problem. It sometimes rela...
My 5 Best Supplements for Herpes
22 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Here are the best supplements for Herpes I have used and carry in my Online Store. More anti-viral supplement support is found here. The Herpes Su...
Help For Bunions Without Surgery
11 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is it really possible to get help for bunions without surgery? Most bunions can be helped if you commit to the process. For bunion relief, know the ...
5 Differences Between Fish Oil and Cod Liver Oil
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'm often asked about the differences between fish oil and cod liver oil. Which is best? Both have anti-inflammatory EPA-DHA, but there's more to know...
Using Zinc for Loss of Taste and Smell
31 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
COVID Loss of Taste and Smell Loss of smell and taste can be strong early warnings of infection, perhaps more important than fever or low oxygen. If...
Managing Herpes Without Prescription Medications
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Managing Herpes without prescription medications is what I do for my own health and with Clients. The right combination of herbs, amino acids, diet a...
Why Real Salt Is So Important
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
One of the diet rules we all "know" is that salt is bad for us. So why is real salt so important? Can it be a key to health recovery? Salt was o...
Help! Do Carbs & Candida Cause Weight Gain?
14 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do Carbs and Candida cause weight gain? Calories from excess Carbohydrates is usually the reason for weight gain. Barring severely low Thyroid funct...
9 Big Causes of Hypothyroidism You May Not Know
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What are the causes of hypothyroidism? Is it the thyroid gland itself, another endocrine gland, estrogen dominance or illness? Is low thyroid the prob...
Is Alzheimer's Diabetes of the Brain?
13 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is Alzheimer's Diabetes of the brain? Alzheimer's has been called Diabetes Type 3 for more than a decade. Numerous studies are ongoing worldwide. ...
When to Take Bioidentical Hormones and When to Avoid
13 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When to take Bioidentical Hormones? This is a frequent question from my Clients. Who should take them? Does every post-menopausal woman need them? If...
Epstein Barr Virus and Adrenal Fatigue
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
For most people, no. It's common to have EBV Antibodies. EBV is Mono, an infectious Virus many of us got when younger. For some people, it is now "Rea...
How to Do a Paleo Elimination Diet
18 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A Paleo Elimination Diet is useful to look for food intolerances and digestive issues. But foods can also cause a wide variety of symptoms: rashes, th...
Heart Disease and Cholesterol | What Does the Science Say?
07 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Heart disease and cholesterol science evidence says that heart disease is both more complex and more simple than eating (or not eating) bacon and eggs...
How to Be An Entrepreneur in the New Economy
09 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to be an entrepreneur in our new economy. Things won't be "normal" for a long time but there are many ways to earn spending money and maybe ...
The Vital Blood Test for Post-Menopausal Women
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ferritin measures the amount of iron stored in the body outside of the red blood cells. Women with no menstrual cycles can accumulate iron in joints, ...
How Alkaline Diets and Alkaline Water Get It Wrong
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Proponents of alkaline diets and alkaline water get it wrong. Why aren't pH altered waters and "alkaline" diets the cure-all we've been told? My vie...
Natural Ways to Help Anxiety and Stress
26 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I'm always looking for natural ways to help anxiety and stress. Both in myself and with clients. If you're stuck at home waiting for a virus, or anoth...
Preventative Support for Virus and Flu
17 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Preventative support for virus and flu is different from what to do if you get sick. The better your health the better your recovery. Don't take Echin...
Are Bone Broth and Collagen Safe with Herpes?
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are bone broth and collagen safe with Herpes or Epstein Barr viruses? If you are using collagen powder or bone broth for your daily soup or smoothie y...
Heavy Metals in Baby Food: What to Avoid
05 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A large 2019 study found heavy metals in baby foods. Dozens of well-known brands and products were tested. Arsenic, lead, cadmium and mercury were fou...
1 in 200 Have Genetic Iron Overload. Are You the ONE?
30 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Genetic iron overload is greatly under-diagnosed. Males over 30 and post-menopausal females may accumulate dangerous amounts of iron in body tissues a...
Emu Oil for Skin and Vaginal Health
17 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I've recently started topical Walkabout Emu Oil for skin and vaginal comfort. I take the capsules daily for Vitamin K2 and Omega 3's but had never us...
How Sensory Overload Makes You Feel Tired, Sick and Bloated
05 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sensory Overload can cause fatigue, inability to fight infections, and poor digestion. It can contribute to high blood pressure, high cholesterol and...
Are Your Adrenals Affecting Your Thyroid?
21 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The adrenal and thyroid connection is often missed by doctors checking only the thyroid. Understanding how these glands affect each other helps you ad...
Heart Disease, Lipids & Cholesterol with Chris Masterjohn
28 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Understand lipids and cholesterol with Chris Masterjohn. Take a plunge into the chemistry of arteries, fats, the island nations of Polynesia and much ...
Mouth Taping for Dry Mouth, CPAP and Snoring
14 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mouth taping for dry mouth, CPAP and snoring is my topic on this Primal Diet - Modern Health podcast with Nicholas Michalak. I don't use a CPAP machin...
Regenerative Grazing for Soil and Climate Health
21 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What is Regenerative Grazing? How does soil affect climate, and how do cows and other ruminants have such an important role to play? In this Primal Di...
Simple Reasons for Chronic Fatigue
09 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Here's 10 simple reasons for chronic fatigue. Get your energy back! Low energy and fatigue are common complaints in my clinic. The causes can be compl...
The Secret Reason Why Keto is So Popular
28 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
My secret reason why Keto is popular? My ideas may make you laugh or may make you mad, but hey it's just a blog, right? I've always started new client...
Herpes and Shingles Best and Worst Foods
18 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I have decades of personal experience with the best and worst foods for Herpes. With Primary Immunodeficiency, my immune system is genetically low. Ev...
The Best Herbs for Natural Allergy Support
31 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Using these herbs for natural allergy support can change your life. Effective and safe, you won't need traditional anti-histamines or harmful steroids...
Intermittent Fasting Pros and Cons For Women
05 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Before listing intermittent fasting pros and cons for women, first realize there is no single definition of Intermittent Fasting. Full Story
Castor Oil for Dry Eye Relief
12 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I use castor oil for dry eye relief. I'm prone to red itchy eyes, Blepharitis and crusty specks on my eyelashes when I wake up. I had my eye doctor ch...
The Gut-Adrenal Connection with Michael Ruscio
12 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The Gut-Adrenal connection with Michael Ruscio. The #1 cause of adrenal fatigue may be poor gut health, as Cortisol levels and fatigue may be unrelate...
Freeze Dried Foods for Healthier Cats
18 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Serve freeze dried foods for healthier cats, reduce vet bills and have happier cats. Freeze-dried cat foods cost more per serving but can change your ...
The Oral Microbiome and Dental Health for Babies
20 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In "The Dental Diet", Dr. Steven Lin writes on dental health for babies and toddlers and the wonders of the oral Microbiome. Lin gives terrific info o...
Lies Your Doctor Told You with Ken Berry, MD
22 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Lies My Doctor Told Me" - book review and podcast with Dr. Ken Berry. This helpful book covers 17 "Medical Myths That Can Harm Your Health". Berry que...
How to Treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Food
15 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome with food, and go for a lasting resolution. If you have diarrhea, oily stools, gas or gut pain, my version of the Eli...
Can Eggs Cause Gallbladder Problems?
20 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Can eggs cause Gallbladder Problems? Yes! I have seen many client's digestive and Gallbladder symptoms improve after eliminating eggs. What Does the ...
Latin American Paleo Cooking: Book Review
12 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Latin American Paleo Cooking is a terrific new book of authentic Latin foods using Paleo substitutes for flour and sugar. You'll find plantains, cassa...
10 Tips and Supplements for Adrenal Fatigue Repair
21 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The correct supplements for adrenal fatigue changed my life more than once. First diagnosed with low cortisol after a heat stroke in 1987, I fell to a...
Adrenal Fatigue and Heat Stroke
02 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Prevent adrenal fatigue, heat stroke, and heat exhaustion with real salt to keep you hydrated. Himalayan or Sun-Dried Solar salts are essential to el...
5 Tips For Choosing Safer Sunscreen
19 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Choosing safer sunscreen? Avoid synthetic chemicals that absorb through the skin, get correct protection, and soak up some Vitamin D while you're at ...
Avoiding Hidden Gluten at Home and at Play
04 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Avoiding hidden gluten? Avoiding gluten in bread is easy, but you need help to find the rest of it. Whether you're Celiac, gluten-sensitive, or eating...
Benefits of Taping Your Mouth at Night
26 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Taping your mouth at night improves the microbiome of the mouth and gut, increases energy, improves sleep, snoring, and allergies, and calms anxiety. ...
Using Functional Medicine to Reclaim Your Life
09 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Are you using Functional Medicine to get well? Working with a practitioner who takes the time to review your lifestyle and food, and run better labs t...
Walkabout Emu Oil Superfood with Dr. Will Schlinsog
26 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Walkabout Emu Oil is a completely unique superfood. Genetically unique male emu live on this oil for 54 days sitting full-time on the eggs. It's their...