492: Are You Feeding Your Infections More than You’re Feeding Yourself? | Dr. Michael Lebowitz

In this episode, Dr. Motley sits down for a fascinating discussion with a veteran of functional medicine, Dr. Michael Lebowitz. A practitioner, author, teacher and herbal expert, Dr. Lebowitz shares his wisdom on testing, treatment, the latest social media-based health fads and listening to what the body needs. Topics Discussed: Treating infections alongside allergies Bio-individuality and environmental stressors The role amino acids and food sensitivities play in mood Should you remove your mercury fillings? Practitioners need to treat the whole picture of health, from food sensitivities to fungus Health advice and online generalizations Just because something’s not prescription doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be approached with caution ------  Follow Doctor Motley! Instagram TikTok Facebook Website Dr. Michael Lebowitz’s Website https://michaellebowitzdc.com/ His Book Body Restoration: https://a.co/d/0dAcg05P His newsletter: https://michaellebowitzdc.com/html/subscribe.html Check out his herbal products: https://shop.supremenutritionproducts.com/ https://www.instagram.com/supremenutritionproducts/ Go deep on the Supreme Nutrition Products YouTube channel: https://shorturl.at/vw8Kl ------  *Are you looking for simple, non-invasive sound therapy tools for treating anxiety, or providing balance? You can get $100 off a WAVwatch with the code DRMOTLEY: https://wavwatch.com/pages/doctor-motley *Liposomal supplementation has been proven deeply effective and LivOn Labs got there first. Get 10% off LivOn Labs entire store of liposomal supplements with code MOTLEY at https://www.livonlabs.com/ *Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Check out his course on emotions and the body in his membership. You’ll find other courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! To try risk-free for 15 days click here: https://www.doctormotley.com/15

How we think about fertility is deeply shaped by the idea that pregnancy and delivery after a certain age are just not possible. But, what if there’s more to it than we thought? What if age isn’t the only deciding factor when it comes to fertility? Dr. Aimee Raupp is a leading fertility expert whose work blends functional medicine, Chinese Medicine and deep emotional healing to help women get pregnant - naturally, and well into their 40s. Dr. Motley sat down with Aimee to discuss the upcoming relaunch of her bestselling book, Yes, You Can Get Pregnant, what the latest science really says and simple daily practices that she’s seen make a profound difference for couples hoping to conceive.  ------  Follow Doctor Motley! Instagram TikTok Facebook Website Follow Aimee! https://www.instagram.com/aimeeraupp/ https://aimeeraupp.com/ Buy the Book: https://a.co/d/0iAjf4uz ------  *You can get cell support in gummy form: Mitopure now starts at $79, when you go to timeline.com/DRMOTLEY. *Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Check out his course on emotions and the body in his membership. You’ll find other courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! To try risk-free for 15 days click here: https://www.doctormotley.com/15

Why is it that we're so stressed out, sick and facing serious fertility issues today? Iman Hasan, entrepreneur and host of the podcast BioHack-it, makes the case that women have lost touch with their intuition in all the hustle, and desperately need to take the time and space to reset their nervous systems. In this honest and inspiring conversation with Dr. Chris Motley, Iman shares essential tools and mindsets to unlock balance in her life and career.  ------  Follow Doctor Motley! Instagram TikTok Facebook Website: https://doctormotley.com Follow Iman! Instagram: @imanhasan Podcast: Biohack-It (available on Apple, Spotify & YouTube) Website: https://www.biohack-it.com ------  *Are you looking for simple, non-invasive sound therapy tools for treating anxiety, or providing balance? You can get $100 off a WAVwatch with the code DRMOTLEY: https://wavwatch.com/pages/doctor-motley *Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Check out his course on emotions and the body in his membership. You’ll find other courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! To try risk-free for 15 days click here: https://www.doctormotley.com/15

On July 4, 2025, Lizzie Blake and her family were enjoying a trip to Texas when they were nearly caught in the Guadalupe River flooding. Lizzie shares her story of their survival, the power of prayer and spiritual energy in a crisis.  ------  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Motley! Instagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website Chat to Lizzie - https://www.instagram.com/lizzieblake/ ------  *Enjoy mineral replenishment in a shot glass. Head to beamminerals.com/DRMOTLEY and use code DRMOTLEY for 20% off! * Join Doctor Motley’s newsletter for TCM insights and regular podcast updates: https://www.doctormotley.com/ *If you want to hear more on how Chinese Medicine connects the physical and emotional, check out Doctor Motley’s membership, complete with courses, a whole library of video-based resources and the chance to pick his brain on weekly live Q+A’s. You can try it free for 15 days here: https://www.doctormotley.com/15

Do you struggle with urgent diarrhea? Strap in, because this episode is for you! Blending ancient wisdom with modern science, Dr. Motley explains what’s happening and why, explores the emotional struggles that could be behind this, and gives remedies to help. Recommendations below⬇️ Dr. Motley’s Recommendations Homeopathics: - DesBio’s GI Distress https://dbscript.com/product/gi-distress/ Dysbio https://dbscript.com/product/dysbio-plus/ NET Remedies Fire Spray: https://www.smhomeopathic.com/store/net-remedies_05-fire.html, More info on this remedy: https://www.netmindbody.com/more-information/net-remedies-support/ PTSD/Stress Homeopathics: https://dbscript.com/product/ptsd-stress-remedy/ Vidanga: https://shorturl.at/DnpZK Morinda: https://shorturl.at/Ffn3G Key Topics Discussed: Causes of morning diarrhea and bowel urgency Fascia release techniques for gut health Emotional trauma and its impact on the gut Natural supplements for gut infections and distress The role of Chinese medicine in gut health ------  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Motley! Instagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  * Are you looking for simple, non-invasive sound therapy tools for treating anxiety, or providing balance? You can get $100 off a WAVwatch with the code DRMOTLEY: https://wavwatch.com/pages/doctor-motley *Join Doctor Motley’s newsletter for TCM insights and regular podcast updates: https://www.doctormotley.com/ *If you want to hear more on how Chinese Medicine connects the physical and emotional, check out Doctor Motley’s membership, complete with courses, a whole library of video-based resources and the chance to pick his brain on weekly live Q+A’s. You can try it free for 15 days here: https://www.doctormotley.com/15

Brain fog and memory loss can be associated with underlying brain infections and toxicity. Dr. Eboni Cornish, Associate Medical Director at Amen Clinics and President Elect of ILADS, joins Dr. Motley to explain how neuroinflammation, chronic toxicity and chronic illnesses work together and offer hope for healing brain conditions. Other Topics Discussed: Pregnancy and Lyme How Lyme can mimic other conditions Dr. Cornish's first episode on the Ancient Health Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3xdyu7n9 ------  Follow Doctor Motley! Instagram TikTok Facebook Website Follow Dr. Eboni Cornish https://www.instagram.com/dr.ebonicornish/ https://www.drebonicornish.com/ For more on her work:  https://www.amenclinics.com/ https://www.ilads.org/ https://www.instagram.com/amen_clinics/ https://www.instagram.com/ilads.lyme/ ------  *You can get cell support in gummy form! Visit timeline.com/drmotley for up to 39% off your Mitopure® Gummies!  *Are you looking for simple, non-invasive sound therapy tools for treating anxiety, or providing balance? You can get $100 off a WAVwatch with the code DRMOTLEY: https://wavwatch.com/pages/doctor-motley *Do you want to hear more from Dr. Motley on infections, as well as healing the brain and other organs?  Find full courses in his membership. If you want to explore it risk-free for 15 days and bring your questions to his weekly lives you can join here: https://www.doctormotley.com/15

Are you struggling with low self-regard? In this episode Dr. Motley highlights the connection between this emotion and the gallbladder, some key signs that you may have a gallbladder issue, and what can help. The episode delves into the wisdom of TCM, kinesiology and the identity conflict issue in German New Medicine. Check out the show notes for his list of remedies.⬇️ Dr. Motley’s recommendations: Bodyguard Supreme: https://shorturl.at/VeC4D Schisandra Supreme: https://shorturl.at/m1VFG Uva Ursi: https://shorturl.at/n91bM DesBio’s Gallbladder/Liver Meridian Opener: https://shorturl.at/0TKLK NET WOOD Remedy: https://a.co/d/0eYOfMjC DesBio Comprehensive Drainage Kit: https://dbscript.com/product/comprehensive-detox-kit/ ------  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Motley! Instagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  *Most of us are mineral deficient and we don’t even know it! Want to get your minerals in? BEAM Minerals is a simple shot of minerals each morning. Tastes like water, absorbs fast, and gives your body the full spectrum of minerals it needs. It’s one of the easiest, most effective ways to support overall vitality. Try BEAM Minerals at beamminerals.com/DRMOTLEY and use code DRMOTLEY for 20% off your first order. *Join Doctor Motley’s newsletter for TCM insights and regular podcast updates: https://www.doctormotley.com/ *If you want to hear more on how Chinese Medicine connects the physical and emotional, check out Doctor Motley’s membership, complete with courses, a whole library of video-based resources and the chance to pick his brain on weekly live Q+A’s. You can try it free for 15 days here: https://www.doctormotley.com/15

Springtime is here, and that means breathing issues. What if your breathing problems are connected to grief your body is carrying? In TCM, grief and the lungs are deeply connected. In this episode, Dr. Motley explores this connection, remedies to consider and the possibility that you could be carrying generational grief. Dr. Motley’s recommendations: For Lung Health DesBio Large Intestine + Lung Meridian Opener: https://dbscript.com/product/lung-large-intestine/ Woad Supreme: https://tinyurl.com/3hkvr4jr Scutalleria Supreme: https://tinyurl.com/yyczfhy3 DesBio Systemic Drainage: https://dbscript.com/product/systemic-drainage/ For Healing Grief EMDR LENS Neurofeedback EFT Tapping: https://www.thetappingsolution.com/ NET NET Spray Metal: https://a.co/d/06t5wZe6 ------  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Motley! Instagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  * Y’all… not all Vitamin C is created equal. 👀Liposomal Vitamin C goes straight into the bloodstream—delivering a REAL impact where your body needs it most. It gets that antioxidant power into your blood and cells.⚡️Here’s the deal: LivOn Labs is offering their Liposomal Vitamin C + their entire site for 10% off with code MOTLEY at https://www.livonlabs.com/ *Are you looking for simple, non-invasive sound therapy tools for treating anxiety, or providing balance? You can get $100 off a WAVwatch with the code DRMOTLEY: https://wavwatch.com/pages/doctor-motley *Join Doctor Motley’s newsletter for TCM insights and regular podcast updates: https://www.doctormotley.com/ *If you want to hear more on how Chinese Medicine connects the physical and emotional, check out Doctor Motley’s membership, complete with courses, a whole library of video-based resources and the chance to pick his brain on weekly live Q+A’s. You can try it free for 15 days here: https://www.doctormotley.com/15

Do your high histamine issues feel unsolvable? In this episode, Dr. Motley explains the connection between histamines and your liver, some hidden symptoms, and his best tried-and-true remedies. He also makes the case for an unusual cause of histamine issues that you might want to consider if you can’t shake them: your emotions and personal traumas. Dr. Motley unpacks the link between the liver and what’s known in German New Medicine as the starvation conflict. Show Notes ⬇️ Dr. Motley’s recommendations: D-Hist by Orthomolecular - https://www.orthomolecularproducts.com/product/natural-d-hist B+C Vitamins DesBio Gallbladder Liver Meridian Opener: https://dbscript.com/product/gallbladder-liver-meridian-opener/ Uva Ursi  https://shorturl.at/aW6s4 Golden Thread https://shorturl.at/FrxYZ Andrographis https://shorturl.at/5jfFa Schisandra (to clean out the liver) https://shorturl.at/Z8coB For emotional help:  NET (https://netmindbody.com/),  EFT Tapping (https://www.thetappingsolution.com/),  LENS therapy NET WOOD Remedy: https://www.amazon.com/Remedies-Wood-Liver-Gall-Bladder-Meridians/dp/B00B9GOP3C ------  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Motley! In⁠stagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  * Liposomal supplementation has been proven deeply effective and LivOn Labs got there first. Get 10% off LivOn Labs entire store of liposomal supplements with code MOTLEY at https://www.livonlabs.com/ *Are you looking for simple, non-invasive sound therapy tools for treating anxiety, or providing balance? You can get $100 off a WAVwatch with the code DRMOTLEY: https://wavwatch.com/pages/doctor-motley *Join Doctor Motley’s newsletter for TCM insights and regular podcast updates: https://www.doctormotley.com/ *If you want to hear more on how Chinese Medicine connects the physical and emotional, check out Doctor Motley’s membership, complete with courses, a whole library of video-based resources and the chance to pick his brain on weekly live Q+A’s. You can try it free for 15 days here: https://www.doctormotley.com/15

Struggling with swelling and weight gain around your belly button that seemed to come out of nowhere? This is linked to emotional trauma, stress and infections, according to many modalities. In this episode, Dr. Motley explains this connection both physiologically and through German New Medicine, and offers herbal + acupressure solutions.  Links: Dr. Schulze’s Intestinal Formula - https://shorturl.at/mzd4q Christopher’s Lower Bowel Formula - https://shorturl.at/vuNd9 Oxy Powder Capsule: Global Healing - https://shorturl.at/s7Fna Schisandra: https://shorturl.at/PmD2h Smilax Supreme: https://shorturl.at/T63FY DesBio Large Intestine + Lung Meridian Opener: https://dbscript.com/product/lung-large-intestine/ DesBio Small Intestine Meridian Opener: https://dbscript.com/product/heart-small-intestine-meridian-opener/ DesBio BACT: https://dbscript.com/product/bacteria-combination/ ------   Follow Doctor Motley Instagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  *Want balanced, natural minerals in one shot glass? These plant-based, bioavailable minerals work at the cellular level to support natural detoxification, helping you feel light, clear-headed, and full of energy. Head to www.beamminerals.com/DRMOTLEY and enter code DRMOTLEY for 20% off your mineral replenishment order. *Liposomal supplementation has been proven deeply effective and LivOn Labs got there first. Get 10% off LivOn Labs entire store of liposomal supplements with code MOTLEY at https://www.livonlabs.com/ *Join Doctor Motley’s newsletter for TCM insights and regular podcast updates: https://www.doctormotley.com/ *Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Check out his course on emotions and the body in his membership. You’ll find other courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! To try risk-free for 15 days click here: https://www.doctormotley.com/15