Vital Lives: Understanding the Roots of Chronic Disease with Professor Carl Cranor

The Hidden Triggers of Chronic Disease (And How We Fix Them)Moving beyond strictly examining individual lifestyle choices (diet, exercise) to look at systemic, environmental, and structural factors that contribute to chronic disease. In this episode of the Adjusted Reality podcast, Dr. Sherry McAllister welcomes Professor Carl Cranor, distinguished philosopher, legal scholar and author of Vital Lives: Social Responsibility and the Battle Against Chronic Disease, for an insightful conversation about the factors that influence living healthier, longer, and more vital lives.Professor Cranor explores:How early life exposures and environmental conditions influence health outcomes later in life and the role individuals, families and communities can play in supporting better health.The critical distinction between simply extending the number of years lived (lifespan) versus maximizing the number of years spent in good health, free from debilitating chronic conditions (healthspan).The role of physical activity and non-invasive health approaches in maintaining vitality How institutional barriers, socio-economic factors, and toxic environments make healthy choices harder for certain populations.The necessity of community, legal, and public policy action—rather than placing sole responsibility on the individual—to create environments where healthy living is accessible to everyone.Tune in to discover how a broader understanding of chronic disease can help us move beyond individual lifestyle choices and work toward a healthier future for everyone. How to feel younger and live longer vital lives. To purchase the book click here https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/vital-lives-carl-f-cranor/1147953062?ean=9780197664896In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. Thank you to our sponsors! Visit http://www.chiroone.com/careers-dc/ and https://www.bioticsresearch.com/epic2026 to learn more.As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram.Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education.Order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

Whiplash is one of the most misunderstood injuries in modern healthcare and law. Despite decades of peer-reviewed research, myths continue to distort clinical opinion and courtroom outcomes. What does it take to better understand, assess and care for patients with whiplash injuries? In this episode of the Adjusted Reality podcast, Dr. Sherry McAllister sits down with Dr. Steven Kraus, a chiropractor, researcher, author and longtime leader in the chiropractic profession, to explore the science behind whiplash and the complexities of these often misunderstood injuries.Dr. Kraus shares what inspired him to write The Science of Whiplash, his new scientific textbook, and how it builds on decades of research and clinical knowledge. He discusses new insights into assessing whiplash injuries, how his book can support doctors navigating clinical considerations, and why understanding these injuries matters for both practitioners and patients.Whether you’re a chiropractor, healthcare professional, attorney or someone interested in learning more about whiplash, this conversation offers a deeper look at the science, assessment and care surrounding these injuries.To learn more or purchase the book, please visit: https://drstevekraus.com/In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. Thank you to our sponsors! Visit http://www.chiroone.com/careers-dc/ and https://www.bioticsresearch.com/epic2026 to learn more.As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram.Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education.Order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

What if the path to feeling better from low back pain starts with changing the way we think about it? In this bonus episode of the Adjusted Reality podcast, Dr. Sherry McAllister sits down with Dr. Christine Goertz, a nationally recognized researcher, doctor of chiropractic and professor at Duke University School of Medicine, to explore what the evidence really tells us about low back pain and whole-person care.Dr. Goertz shares insights from her career in health services research and her own experience living with low back pain. She discusses the ideas behind her upcoming book, Take Your Back Back: Whole Health Healing for Low Back Pain, and challenges common assumptions.From understanding the typical low back pain care pathway to exploring where chiropractic fits among first-line treatment options, Dr. Goertz offers a practical look at what patients and providers should know. Tune in for a conversation about what it could take to help people take their backs back. If you'd like to learn more or purchase Dr. Goertz's book, please visit: https://tybbbook.com/Thank you to our sponsor, NCMIC! Visit www.ncmic.com/insurance/malpractice/ to learn more.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. Thank you to our sponsors! Visit http://www.chiroone.com/careers-dc/ and https://www.bioticsresearch.com/epic2026 to learn more.As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram.Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education.Order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

What does more than four decades of clinical experience, education and research reveal about the body’s remarkable ability to adapt, recover and function at its best?In this episode of the Adjusted Reality podcast, Dr. Sherry McAllister welcomes renowned chiropractor, educator and researcher Dr. Dan Murphy for a fascinating conversation about the science of recovery, balance and adaptation, and what it may tell us about the future of health.Drawing on decades of clinical practice, teaching and research, Dr. Murphy challenges common misconceptions about injury and recovery, explores the important relationship between the spine, nervous system and the body’s adaptive capacity, and shares insights that may change the way you think about healing and performance.He also discusses why lifelong learning matters, how our everyday choices can influence how well we function, and one simple daily habit that can help support health throughout your life.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. Thank you to our sponsors! Visit http://www.chiroone.com/careers-dc/ and https://www.bioticsresearch.com/epic2026 to learn more.As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram.Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education.Order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

What happens when exceptional care meets the highest level of professional sports? In this episode of Adjusted Reality, Dr. Sherry McAllister sits down with Dr. Nick Athens and Dr. Mitch Mally for a behind-the-scenes look at a pivotal chapter in chiropractic and NFL history.Dr. Mally shares how his relationship with legendary San Francisco 49ers running back Roger Craig helped open the door to chiropractic care, while Dr. Athens reflects on caring for Craig, Joe Montana and other elite athletes. Together, they discuss the power of trust, overcoming barriers to chiropractic in sports medicine, and the importance of consistency in performance and recovery. It’s a fascinating conversation about the people and relationships that helped establish chiropractic as an important part of the professional athlete’s healthcare team.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. Thank you to our sponsors! Visit http://www.chiroone.com/careers-dc/ and https://www.bioticsresearch.com/epic2026 to learn more.As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram.Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education.Order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

What if the key to better posture, less discomfort, and greater confidence starts with something as simple as the bra you wear? In this episode of the Adjusted Reality podcast, Dr. Sherry McAllister sits down with Bree McKeen, founder and CEO of Evelyn & Bobbie, to explore how traditional bras may contribute to discomfort and poor posture—and why women deserve a better option. After leaving a career in Silicon Valley venture capital, Bree turned a personal pain point into an innovative, fast-growing brand focused on comfort, support and confidence.Bree shares her journey into the fashion industry with no prior experience, the technology behind her wire-free designs, and the connection between proper support, posture, and everyday comfort. She also discusses entrepreneurship, leadership, and her philosophy of helping women “stand tall and lead from the heart.” You don't want to miss this episode!In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. Thank you to our sponsors! Visit http://www.chiroone.com/careers-dc/ and https://www.bioticsresearch.com/epic2026 to learn more.As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram.Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education.Order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

In this episode of the Adjusted Reality podcast, Dr. Sherry McAllister welcomes back renowned chiropractic researcher and neurophysiologist Dr. Heidi Haavik for an engaging conversation on the science behind chiropractic care and its impact on the brain and nervous system. Drawing on more than 15 years of groundbreaking research, Dr. Haavik shares how chiropractic adjustments influence brain function, why translating complex science into everyday language is essential and how doctors of chiropractic can better communicate the evidence behind their care.Together, they discuss common misconceptions about chiropractic, the importance of research in advancing the profession and Dr. Haavik’s vision for the future of chiropractic science. Whether you're a healthcare professional, chiropractic patient or simply curious about the connection between the brain, nervous system and whole-being care, this episode offers valuable insights into the research shaping the future of healthcare.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. Thank you to our sponsors! Visit http://www.chiroone.com/careers-dc/ and https://www.bioticsresearch.com/epic2026 to learn more.As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram.Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education.Order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

In this episode of the Adjusted Reality podcast, Dr. Sherry McAllister welcomes globally recognized women's health expert Maraya Brown for an empowering conversation about what it truly means to thrive in every stage of a woman's life. Drawing on more than two decades of experience, Maraya shares why so many women are told they're "fine" despite feeling anything but, the most common health challenges she's seeing today, and the myths that continue to hold women back from achieving optimal whole-being.Together, they explore how women can reconnect with their bodies, better understand hormonal health, learn to trust their body's signals, and embrace a more integrative approach to whole-being health. Maraya also shares inspiring success stories from her work and offers practical, actionable advice listeners can begin using today to support their physical, emotional and overall health.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. Thank you to our sponsors! Visit http://www.chiroone.com/careers-dc/ and https://www.bioticsresearch.com/epic2026 to learn more.As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram.Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education.Order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

Join Dr. Sherry McAllister as she reflects on an unforgettable Season 11 of the Adjusted Reality podcast. From celebrating the podcast's milestone 100th episode to exploring breakthrough conversations on trauma recovery, spine health, mental health, leadership, nutrition, athletic performance and concussion care, this special season recap highlights the insights that inspired listeners all year long.Hear the biggest takeaways from conversations with leading health experts, advocates and athletes, including Michelle Mays, Dr. Patrick Roth, Hope Sievers, Dr. Anthony Conte, Gary Jacobs, Dr. Todd Sinett, Reed Davis, Jens Pulver and Dr. Evan Mladenoff. Together, these guests reinforced a powerful message. True health is about more than treating symptoms, it's about supporting the whole person through movement, nervous system health, resilience and proactive care.Whether you're catching up on episodes you missed or revisiting your favorite moments, this recap is the perfect way to celebrate a season filled with practical advice, inspiring stories and meaningful conversations that showcase the impact of chiropractic and whole-being care.Thank you for being part of the Adjusted Reality community. We can't wait to bring you even more inspiring conversations in Season 12!In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. Thank you to our sponsors! Visit http://www.chiroone.com/careers-dc/ and https://www.bioticsresearch.com/epic2026 to learn more.As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram.Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education.Order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/

In this episode of the Adjusted Reality podcast, Dr. Sherry McAllister welcomes Dr. Evan Mladenoff, an internationally recognized chiropractor, sports medicine consultant and founder of Concussionology, for an insightful conversation on brain health, concussion care and whole-being health. Drawing from decades of experience working with Olympic athletes, professional sports teams, and elite performers, Dr. Mladenoff shares how his unique approach to healthcare goes beyond symptom management to address the root causes of health challenges. He discusses his journey into chiropractic and sports medicine, the lessons he learned while caring for world-class athletes, and why optimizing brain function is essential for overall performance and resilience.The conversation explores the growing importance of concussion awareness, current gaps in concussion protocols, and practical strategies parents, coaches, athletes and active individuals can use to better protect and support brain health. Dr. Mladenoff also reflects on the evolution of the chiropractic profession and offers his perspective on where healthcare and performance optimization are headed in the years to come.Whether you're an athlete, healthcare professional, parent or someone looking to improve your overall whole-being, this episode delivers valuable insights on achieving lasting health through a whole-person approach.In the Adjusted Reality podcast, well-known athletes, celebrities, actors, chiropractors, influencers in the wellness industry, and other podcasters will talk with host Dr. Sherry McAllister, president, F4CP, about their experiences with health and wellness. Thank you to our sponsors! Visit http://www.chiroone.com/careers-dc/ and https://www.bioticsresearch.com/epic2026 to learn more.As a special gift for listening today visit f4cp.org/health to get a copy of our mind, body, spirit eBook which focuses on many ways to optimize your health and the ones you love without the use of drugs or surgery. Follow Adjusted Reality on Instagram.Find A Doctor of Chiropractic Near You.Donate to Support the Chiropractic Profession Through Education.Order the Adjusted Reality book: https://www.f4cp.org/adjusted-reality/