Myers Detox Podcast

When was the last time you gave yourself permission to laugh, rest, and actually feel good? We spend so much energy chasing health, but rarely stop to ask what it's all for.
Today I'm joined by my dear friends Dr. Diane Kazer and Susan Patrick, who are hosting a joy-focused retreat this October in Paamul, Riviera Maya, Mexico. We dig into why so many women carry the weight of everyone else's happiness, yet they are only responsible for their own joy.
Dr. Diane and Susan share how five days in raw, unspoiled nature can crack open a nervous system that's been running on hustle and shame for decades. We also talk about why AI actually gives us more room to be human, not less. It's time to put your joy first!
 
"You are not responsible for anybody's joy, but you can be an advocate. And when you learn how to become an advocate (of joy) for the people you love, you become more powerful." ~ Susan Patrick
 
In This Episode:
- Introduction: why joy is the endgame
- Why and how Real Joy retreats came to be
- What to expect at the Real Joy Retreat
- You're not responsible for anyone else's joy 
- Permission to pursue joy and break generational patterns 
- Choosing to be a "yeah" person, not "meh" 
- What women are really seeking 
- Retreat dates and how to sign up 
- Facing the fear of being judged 
- The beauty and raw excursions in Mexico 
- What daily life at the retreat looks like 
- Workshops: mindset, functional medicine, and joy
 
Products & Resources Mentioned:
The Real Joy Experience in Mexico: Learn more about the retreat and sign up at https://www.realjoyretreats.com/ 
Puori Grass-Fed PW1 Whey Protein: Use code WENDY20 to save up to 32% off your order and get a free shaker worth $25 at https://puori.com/wendy20  
Tru Energy Skincare Bio Adaptive Hydration Oil: Try the oil and save up to $197 at https://trytruenergy.com/wendy5  
Heavy Metals Quiz: Take the quiz at https://heavymetalsquiz.com 
 
About Susan Patrick: 
Susan Leahy-Patrick is a speaker, coach, entrepreneur, and co-host of The Joy Jolt Podcast. Susan has spent more than two decades helping leaders and organizations build stronger relationships, healthier cultures, and more joyful lives. As the creator of Robert's Rules Made Simple and a founding member of the Association of Transformational Leaders Southern California, Susan brings heart, wisdom, and an extraordinary gift for creating authentic connection.
 
About Dr. Diane Kazer:
As a speaker, author, and founder of CHI Holistic Health Ministry, Dr. Diane has spent more than 15 years helping millions uncover the root causes of chronic illness to reclaim vibrant health. She's a leader in regenerative medicine, peptide therapy, and functional health. She blends cutting-edge science with practical strategies that empower women to restore energy, balance hormones, build resilience, and reconnect with the wisdom of their own bodies. 
 
Disclaimer
The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from using the information contained herein. The opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

What if everything you were taught about how a virus is discovered and proven is flawed? Today I'm joined by Dr. Thomas Cowan, a family physician of 37 years who spent his career practicing conventional medicine before turning his attention to the foundational evidence behind virology, immunology, and disease itself. 
Dr. Tom walks us through how viruses like polio, measles, HIV, and SARS-CoV-2 have historically been "isolated" in lab settings and why he questions the reliability of PCR and antibody testing. He believes symptoms like fevers, rashes, and tumors are the body's own healing response rather than disease caused by an outside pathogen. 
We also get into his views on autoimmune disease, cholesterol, and blood pressure. If you're the kind of person who likes to question what you've been told and prefers to look at the primary research findings, this conversation will give you plenty to explore. 
 
"The things we call symptoms are not diseases. They are the body's attempt to heal." ~ Dr. Thomas Cowan

 
In This Episode:
- Why Dr. Tom questions the existence of viruses
- How measles and SARS-CoV-2 were "isolated" 
- Measles diagnostic criteria and vaccine history 
- Views on COVID, HIV, gain-of-function, and antibody theory 
- What really causes "viral" diseases?
- Validity of the PCR test methodology 
- Autoimmune disease reframed as poisoning or diet 
- Views on vaccine ingredients and dosing schedules 
- Cholesterol, blood pressure, and blocked arteries 
- Dr. Tom's views on genetic codons
 
Products & Resources Mentioned:
Bon Charge Red Light Face Mask: Get 15% off sitewide, plus free shipping and a 12-month warranty, with code WENDY at https://boncharge.com/ 

Heavy Metals Quiz: Take the quiz at https://heavymetalsquiz.com 

 
About Dr. Thomas Cowan: 
Dr. Thomas Cowan is an alternative medicine doctor, author, and speaker known for a holistic, common-sense approach to health. He's written eight books, including Breaking the Spell, The Contagion Myth, and Cancer and the New Biology of Water. He practiced general medicine for 34 years across San Francisco, New Hampshire, and upstate New York before retiring. He was a founding board member and vice president of the Weston A. Price Foundation until 2025. Dr. Tom continues to lecture and share resources on his websites. You can learn more about his work at https://drtomcowan.com/ and https://www.drcowansgarden.com/ 
 
Disclaimer
The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from using the information contained herein. The opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

How many people are pre-diabetic right now and have absolutely no idea? The numbers are staggering, and left unchecked, this subtle condition can eventually cost people their mobility, organs, and even their lives.
I'm joined by John Goldman, founder of Rebel Health Alliance, who turned his health crisis at 45 into a mission to help others avoid the same predicament. He walks us through the diagnostics that revealed he was (in his words) a metabolic disaster, and the seven-part philosophy he used to reverse it. 
We get into why walking after meals is one of the most underrated tools for blood sugar control, what a continuous glucose monitor can teach you about your body, and why John believes healthcare should involve a coordinated team instead of a single rushed doctor's visit. 
We also explore GLP-1 medications, muscle loss, and why so many people are setting themselves up to fail when they misuse these powerful drugs. 
 
"Don't be afraid of the fact that your blood sugar spikes, because it's going to spike whenever you eat anything. You can lower blood sugar by just getting up and moving around." ~ John Goldman

 
In This Episode:
- The Rebel Health Alliance philosophy on longevity 
- Why walking is the easiest insulin resistance fix 
- The scale of America's pre-diabetes crisis 
- How movement helps in building muscle mass
- Symptoms of insulin resistance
- Health insights from continuous glucose monitors
- Peptides, muscle loss, and how to do it right
- How to connect with John and Rebel Health Alliance
 
Products & Resources Mentioned:
Rebel Health Alliance: Access personalized medical care focused on optimization and longevity, guided by your unique biology and long-term health goals from the elite medical team at https://rebelhealthalliance.io/ 
Bon Charge Red Light Face Mask: Get 15% off sitewide, plus free shipping and a 12-month warranty, with code WENDY at https://boncharge.com/ 
Tru Energy Skincare Bio Adaptive Hydration Oil: Try the oil and save up to $197 at http://trytruenergy.com/wendy5 
Puori Grass-Fed PW1 Whey Protein: Use code WENDY20 to save up to 32% off your order and get a free shaker worth $25 at https://puori.com/wendy20
Heavy Metals Quiz: Check your toxicity score and receive a free video series on how to detox your body. Take the quiz at https://heavymetalsquiz.com 
 
About John Goldman:
When doctors told John Goldman he was fine, he felt anything but. He was tired, overworked, and uninspired by a healthcare system that waits for people to get sick before doing anything about it. So, he decided to rebel. As the Founder & CEO of Rebel Health Alliance, John built a new kind of healthcare company—one designed to make you stronger, sharper, and more resilient right now. And to prove what's possible, he's turning himself into the ultimate case study: transforming from average to elite, aiming to qualify for the Boston Marathon in 18 months or less. You can learn more about his work at https://rebelhealthalliance.io/ 
 
Disclaimer
The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from using the information contained herein. The opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

Have you optimized your diet, dialed in your supplements, but you're still exhausted, foggy, and can't sleep? What if the missing piece isn't another protocol, but the fact that you're spending 93% of your life indoors?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. John La Puma to unpack the science behind his new book, Indoor Epidemic. We get into why the brightness of outdoor light governs half your genes, and why your bedtime predicts longevity better than your total hours of sleep.
Dr. John explains the minimum effective dose of outdoor time your body needs, why "light first, coffee second" matters, and simple ways to turn nature into a free, powerful medical intervention. 
 
"Having a two-hour forest bathing session can improve natural killer cell activity and number by 56%." ~ Dr. John La Puma

 
In This Episode:
- What is the indoor epidemic?
- How light sets your circadian rhythm
- The 17-minute effective dose and morning light protocol 
- How gardening impacts the microbiome
- Additional tips to explore outdoors more
- Benefits of watching the sunrise and sunset
- The 7-day Outdoor Rx reset program
- Where to get Dr. John's book and more resources
 
Products & Resources Mentioned:
Dr. John La Puma's Book, Indoor Epidemic: 93% Inside Steals Sleep, Focus & Years - The 7% Outdoor Rx Restores Them: https://indoorepidemic.com 
Bon Charge Red Light Face Mask: Get 15% off sitewide, plus free shipping and a 12-month warranty, with code WENDY at https://boncharge.com/ 
Tru Energy Skincare Bio Adaptive Hydration Oil: Try the oil and save up to $197 at trytruenergy.com/wendy5  
Heavy Metals Quiz: Take the quiz at https://heavymetalsquiz.com 
 
About Dr. John La Puma:
John La Puma, MD, ChefMD, is a two-time New York Times bestselling author, board-certified internist, and professionally trained chef who pioneered Culinary Medicine. He now pioneers EcoMedicine from his small regenerative teaching farm. His upcoming book, Indoor Epidemic, reveals how spending 93% of life indoors steals sleep, focus, and years, and how reclaiming just 7% outdoors can restore them using the evidence-based Outdoor Rx framework. This is a clinically validated intervention, presenting nature as foundational medicine, an essential component of health and the missing pillar in optimizing longevity and healthspan. You can learn more about his work at https://drjohnlapuma.com/ and get his book at https://indoorepidemic.com 
 
Disclaimer
The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from using the information contained herein. The opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

One of the biggest problems with healthcare isn't a lack of data, but the fact that none of it is connected. We have lab results, wearables, environmental exposures, sleep scores, and medical records scattered in different places. Yet we're often left without a clear picture of what all that information actually means for our health.
I sat down with Nasim Afsar to explore how artificial intelligence could help us bring those pieces together. We talked about using tools like Claude and Gemini for health questions, the limitations of today's AI models, privacy concerns, and why relying too heavily on numbers can disconnect you from what your body is telling you.
We also look at where healthcare is headed, from continuous monitoring and predictive analytics to personalized prevention before symptoms become bigger problems. You'll hear about how to filter through biohacking noise, make smarter decisions with your health data, and use technology without letting it replace your own judgment.
 
"Large language models have access to a wealth of information that can help you better understand what your information says, and potentially brainstorm about what else could be going on." ~ Nasim Afsar
 
In This Episode:
- The pillars of intelligent health
- Using AI to analyze complex health symptoms
- Best LLMs and wearables for health data
- Avoiding health optimization overload
- Monitoring and consolidating data for health intelligence
- Bias in AI recommendations
- How algorithms shape health information
- Three steps to take charge of your health
- AI health tools and where to get Nasim's book
 
Products & Resources Mentioned:
Nasim Afsar's Book, Intelligent Health: A resource built to unify data, harness AI, and empower people to thrive. Get it at https://www.nasimafsarmd.com/book 
Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil: Try a full-size $39 bottle for just $1 to cover shipping at https://getfreshwendy.com  
Puori Grass-Fed PW1 Whey Protein: Use code WENDY20 to save up to 32% off your order and get a free shaker worth $25 at https://puori.com/wendy20 
Tru Energy Skincare Bio Adaptive Hydration Oil: Try the oil and save up to $197 at trytruenergy.com/wendy5 
Heavy Metals Quiz: Check your toxicity score and receive a free video series on how to detox your body. Take the quiz at https://heavymetalsquiz.com 
 
About Nasim Afsar:
Nasim Afsar, MD, MBA, is a visionary healthcare executive dedicated to transforming health and care across the globe. As the former SVP and Chief Health Officer at Oracle, Dr. Afsar led multiple business units, including the Health Transformation Office, where she partnered with delivery systems globally to advance clinical outcomes and operational excellence. She spearheaded Product Strategy, building a robust operational go-to-market framework and leading Global Market Strategy and Entry. Additionally, she established a dynamic marketplace for Third-Party Partnerships. She founded and chaired the Oracle Health AI in Healthcare, Retail in Healthcare, and Payers Steering Committees, driving transformative innovation for customers. At UCLA Health, she served as Associate Chief Medical Officer and Chief Quality Officer. You can learn more about her work at https://www.nasimafsarmd.com/ 
 
Disclaimer
The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from using the information contained herein. The opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.