163. The Four Seasons of Your Cycle, Optimizing Metabolism and Eating For Your Hormones

In this episode of the Ancient Health Podcast, Dr. Chris Motley explores the intricate relationship between trauma, fascia, and self-regulation. He discusses how trauma is stored in the body, particularly in the fascial system, and how this can lead to physical and emotional health issues. Dr. Motley emphasizes the importance of understanding the body's memory and the techniques available for releasing trauma, including herbal remedies and self-care practices for emotional healing. ------  Show notes:   Herbs: * Rehmannia * Licorice Root * Schisandra * Reishi: * Lion’s Mane * The Body Keeps the Score by Bessell Van der Kolk * CES Ultra - Vagus Nerve Stimulator * Dr. Perry - @stopchasingpain Takeaways Trauma is stored in the body and can lead to physical issues. Emotional trauma can affect physical health and vice versa. Techniques like EMDR and somatic therapies can help release trauma. Fascia encodes emotional and energetic imprints, serving as a memory storage. The connection between fascia and DNA is crucial for understanding trauma. Vagus nerve stimulation is important for emotional regulation. Herbal remedies can support emotional healing and balance. Understanding the body's response to trauma can empower healing. ------  Follow Doctor Motley Want more? Check out Dr. Motley’s YouTube Channel! Instagram Twitter/X Facebook Website ------  *Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you a health coach looking for more valuable resources and wisdom? Join his membership for courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Join here

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, and today Dr. Motley is joined by Dr. Bill Rawls for a passionate, knowledgeable conversation breaking down underlying causes and common-sense treatments for battling chronic infections. Check out this FREE resource for our listeners: Best Herbs for Lyme Disease: ⁠www.rawlsmd.com/ancienthealth⁠ TOPICS DISCUSSED: The transition from conventional medicine to herbal therapies for Lyme. The combination of factors that can lead to chronic illness, like stress and microbial infections. How this all comes down to cellular health, and what we can do to make healthy environments for our cells.  Understanding the nature of microbes in our bodies. The role a low-carb diet has in improving cell-health. Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Chris Motley Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website Follow Dr. Bill Rawls! https://www.instagram.com/rawlsmd/ https://www.facebook.com/rawlsmd  rawlsmd.com Books: Unlocking Lyme and the Cellular Wellness Solution Best Herbs for Lyme Disease (FREE resources for our listeners!): rawlsmd.com/ancienthealth ------  * Enjoy mineral replenishment in a shot glass and support your body, immune system and gut health. Head to beamminerals.com and use code DRMOTLEY for 20% off! *  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: Use code DRMOTLEY to get a FREE B Complex with your Vitamin C order at www.livonlabs.com. Add the Lypo-Spheric® Vitamin C and Lypo-Spheric® B Complex Plus to your cart and enter code DRMOTLEY at checkout. This is cellular energy + immune support done RIGHT. 🙌 * Worried about cooking oils and how they might impact your family’s health? In the market for a fresh, healthy olive oil? Get a free bottle to try, with just $1 for shipping! Head to this link for a fresh, clean olive oil from an award-winning farm!  * Are you struggling with Lyme and other chronic illness? Dr. Motley has courses where you can take full advantage of his expertise in chronic infections and more tools to unlock your wellbeing. Join his membership for more + the chance to pick his brain in his weekly lives! Join here

Anger isn’t bad - it’s a messenger! It gives you clarity, even growth, but you do want to keep your system in balance and excessive anger in TCM is associated with the liver. In this episode of the Ancient Health Podcast, Dr. Christopher Motley explores the intricate relationship between liver health and emotional well-being, particularly focusing on anger.  TOPICS DISCUSSED: How the liver's functions in Chinese medicine relate to emotional states, especially during the spring season when liver energy is heightened.  The importance of methylation. The impact of liver stagnation on mood. Practical strategies for maintaining liver health through diet, acupressure, and emotional processing techniques. Want more of Dr. Motley and the Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to his YouTube Channel!  ------  Show Notes: Breathwork Journaling Talking to your Organs Herbs:  Xia Yao San, Milk Thistle, Dandelion Camu: http://bit.ly/3EG9oGy Mimosa: https://bit.ly/4iPlJ9u ------  Follow Doctor Motley! Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website *If you’re a health coach and you’re looking for more in-depth knowledge about the body and healing,  consider joining Dr. Motley’s membership where you can dive into his clinical wisdom on emotions and the body, Traditional Chinese Medicine and more + regular Q+As where you get the chance to pick his brain: https://www.doctormotley.com/store

In this illuminating episode of the Ancient Health Podcast, Dr. Christopher Motley sits down with Connie Zack, co-founder of Sunlighten, to explore the healing power of infrared therapy and its role in modern energy medicine. Connie shares her deeply personal journey—how infrared saunas helped her brother recover from a serious illness and sparked her mission to bring this life-changing technology to the world. Together, she and Dr. Motley dive into the science behind infrared wavelengths and how they uniquely support the body on a cellular level. Listeners will learn about: The heart-health benefits of infrared therapy, including improved circulation and reduced blood pressure The three types of infrared light and how each supports energy production, skin rejuvenation, joint recovery, and cardiovascular health How consistent infrared use promotes deep sleep, lower stress, and enhanced immune support Why Connie believes infrared is a form of energy medicine—a bridge between ancient healing traditions and cutting-edge science This conversation is both educational and empowering, reminding us that wellness starts with tuning into the body’s natural rhythms—and sometimes, all it takes is a little light to spark profound change. Connie has generously provided our audience with a discount of 1,400 off a Sunlighten Sauna with this discount (scroll down for the discount): https://get.sunlighten.com/ancienthealthpod Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Chris Motley Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website Follow Connie and learn more about her company! @sunlightensaunas  @conniejozack for Connie https://www.facebook.com/SunlightenSaunas/ https://www.instagram.com/sunlightensaunas/ Mentioned in the Show: Waon Therapy ------  *  Check out Puori for safe, clean, potent protein powder! They’re tested regularly for heavy metals and more than 200 other contaminants, and certified safe by the Clean Label Project. Head to Puori.com/DRMOTLEY for 20% off, or if you choose the discounted subscription that’s a third off the price!  *  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: Use code DRMOTLEY to get a FREE B Complex with your Vitamin C order at www.livonlabs.com. Add at least one each of Lypo-Spheric® Vitamin C and Lypo-Spheric® B Complex Plus to your cart. Enter code DRMOTLEY at checkout.  This is cellular energy + immune support done RIGHT. 🙌 * Worried about cooking oils and how they might impact your family’s health? In the market for a fresh, healthy olive oil? Get a free bottle to try, with just $1 for shipping! Head to this link  for a fresh, clean olive oil from an award-winning farm!   Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you a health coach looking for more valuable resources and wisdom? Join his membership for courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Join here: doctormotley.com/store

Have you ever felt completely drained after spending time with certain people, attending an event, or being in a specific environment? There’s a real reason for that—and it’s not just in your head. In this episode, Dr. Motley unpacks how frequency medicine explains the energetic impact of our relationships and surroundings on our body, emotions, and overall health. Want more of Dr. Motley and the Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to his YouTube Channel!  ------  Show Notes: For the Heart: Dan Shen For the Emotions: NET netmindbody.com EMDR EFT Neurofeedback Frequency Healing: PEMF Biofield Therapy/Tuning Fork Therapy Infrared Sauna: Sunlighten Saunas Light Therapy: biolight.shop Breathwork Vegas Nerve Toning  Sound Therapy ------  Follow Doctor Motley! Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website *If you’re a health coach and you’re looking for more in-depth knowledge about the body and healing,  consider joining Dr. Motley’s membership where you can dive into his clinical wisdom on emotions and the body, Traditional Chinese Medicine and more + regular Q+As where you get the chance to pick his brain: https://www.doctormotley.com/store  *Hunting for an excellent form of magnesium? Get 10% off ONLY with this link: bioptimizers.com/drmotley and code DRMOTLEY at checkout!  ------

On today’s episode of the Ancient Health Podcast, Dr. Motley welcomes Miesha Tate, UFC fighter and podcaster! Miesha Tate is a UFC champion, and host of her own podcast Built For Growth who is incredibly knowledgeable about health in her own right. They have a powerful conversation about her journey towards emotional healing through connectivity and mindfulness. Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Chris Motley Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  Follow Miesha Tate! Instagram Miesha’s podcast → Built for Growth- Miesha Tate Miesha’s newsletter → www.mieshatate.com ------  * 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: Use code DRMOTLEY to get a FREE B Complex with your Vitamin C order at www.livonlabs.com. This is cellular energy + immune support done RIGHT. 🙌 * Quantum Upgrade neutralizes harmful EMFs in your home, car and life. Not only that but it boosts energy and ATP production by up to 29% and improves red and white blood cells! Feel the science-backed difference with a 15-day free trial at www.quantumupgrade.io and use code DRMOTLEY for a 15-day free trial!  * Want balanced, natural minerals in a 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. *If you’re a health coach and you’re looking for more in-depth knowledge about the body and healing,  consider joining Dr. Motley’s membership where you can dive into his clinical wisdom on emotions and the body, Traditional Chinese Medicine and more + regular Q+As where you get the chance to pick his brain: https://www.doctormotley.com/store

In this special episode, Dr. Motley sits down with best-selling author and leading gut expert Dr. Steven Gundry to explore his new book The Gut/Brain Paradox (out now!), and the latest crucial information about the gut microbiome that you need to know! TOPICS DISCUSSED: The connection between Altzheimers and the gut The connection between your gut and depression/anxiety The rise and effects of antibiotics Best diet tips for your gut! Want more? Subscribe to Dr. Motley’s YouTube channel! Follow Dr. Motley Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  Follow Dr. Gundry! https://www.instagram.com/drstevengundry/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/@GundryMDYT Buy his book! https://www.amazon.ca/Gut-Brain-Paradox-Improve-Reverse-Microbiome/dp/0062911805 ------  * Do you have gut troubles? Just Thrive’s unique probiotic spores are clinically shown to aid in your digestion. Enjoy all-natural, effective probiotics for the whole family. Head here and use promo code DRMOTLEY for 20% off a 90-day bottle!  *If you’re a health coach and you’re looking for more in-depth knowledge about the body and healing,  consider joining Dr. Motley’s membership where you can dive into his clinical wisdom on emotions and the body, Traditional Chinese Medicine and more + regular Q+As where you get the chance to pick his brain: https://www.doctormotley.com/store

Dr. Motley welcomes Ben Azadi, host of the Metabolic Freedom podcast, for an inspiring discussion around Ben’s transformational journey from obesity to health through the power of mindset and affirmations! Pre-order Ben’s book and get his bonus course!: metabolicfreedom.com Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Ben! https://www.instagram.com/thebenazadi www.facebook.com/thebenazadi www.benazadi.com Follow Dr. Motley! Instagram Twitter 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: Use code DRMOTLEY to get a FREE B Complex with your Vitamin C order at www.livonlabs.com. Add at least one each of Lypo-Spheric® Vitamin C and Lypo-Spheric® B Complex Plus to your cart. Enter code DRMOTLEY at check out.  This is cellular energy + immune support done RIGHT. 🙌 * In the market for a fresh, healthy olive oil? Get a free bottle to try, with just $1 for shipping! Head to www.getfreshDRMOTLEY.com https://freshpressedoliveoil.com/c/PCDRM001_Q225/tj/a3356d21465c4a82a6158d876b875e40 *If you’re a health coach and you’re looking for more in-depth knowledge about the body and healing,  consider joining Dr. Motley’s membership where you can dive into his clinical wisdom on emotions and the body, Traditional Chinese Medicine and more + regular Q+As where you get the chance to pick his brain: https://www.doctormotley.com/store

On this episode of the Ancient Health Podcast Dr. Motley talks about how the Earth is medicine and why grounding is so important!  Topics Discussed: Why grounding is important and the health benefits How this works (transferring ions between your cells and the Earth) Spiritual aspects to this daily ritual: prayer and meditation How we can become grounding rods and how grounding can guard our energy Check out earthing.com if you want to look into grounding mats. Want more of Dr. Motley and the Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to his YouTube Channel!  ------  *This episode is brought to you by BEAM Minerals! Head to www.beamminerals.com/DRMOTLEY and enter code DRMOTLEY for 20% off your mineral replenishment order. *If you’re a health coach and you’re looking for more in-depth knowledge about the body and healing,  consider joining Dr. Motley’s membership where you can dive into his clinical wisdom on emotions and the body, Traditional Chinese Medicine and more + regular Q+As where you get the chance to pick his brain: https://www.doctormotley.com/store  ------  Follow Doctor Motley! Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website

In this episode, Dr. Motley is joined by Dr. Thomas Levy, a board-certified cardiologist, attorney and author, to discuss why toxins are the source of all disease and what we can do to fight back! Dr. Levy shares his incredible journey into orthomolecular medicine.  TOPICS DISCUSSED The link between toxins, oxidative stress and disease The Power of vitamin c (and other treatments) Microbes in the mouth and how affect our health Hydrogen peroxide nebulization Wly liposomal encapsulation is superior Grab a Lyphospheric Vitamin C and get your FREE Vitamin B Complex (56 dollar value) with code DRMOTLEY at www.livonlabs.com. Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Chris Motley Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Website Follow Dr. Levy! https://www.instagram.com/drthomaslevy/?hl=en Check out Dr. Levy’s website! www.tomlevymd.com  ------  *  Enjoy full mineral replenishment in a shot glass. Head to beamminerals.com/DRMOTLEY and use code DRMOTLEY for 20% off! *Hunting for an excellent form of magnesium? Get 10% off ONLY with this link: bioptimizers.com/drmotley and code DRMOTLEY at checkout!  *  Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you a health coach looking for more valuable resources and wisdom? Join his membership for courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Join here: doctormotley.com/store