Episodes

  • Deep Restorative Sleep: The Protocol That Works

    Deep Restorative Sleep: The Protocol That Works
    Dec 12 2025
    Dr. Rodger Murphree—board-certified nutritional specialist and functional medicine practitioner—breaks down why deep, delta-wave restorative sleep is a non-negotiable foundation for healing across chronic conditions. He explains how long-term poor sleep can worsen fatigue, pain sensitivity, brain fog, mood issues, and inflammation, and why the brain’s nighttime “cleanup” (glymphatic function) depends on consistent deep sleep. He also cautions that many prescription sleep aids can knock you out without reliably restoring deep sleep, and emphasizes working with a clinician to taper medications safely rather than stopping abruptly. From there, he lays out a practical, stepwise framework: sleep hygiene that starts in the morning (consistent wake time + sunlight), tightening caffeine/alcohol timing, dialing in a darker sleep environment, and reducing light exposure at night. He then walks through a supplement decision-tree he uses with patients—starting with sublingual melatonin, and for fibromyalgia cases, prioritizing 5-HTP first (then layering melatonin if needed). If stress, “second wind,” or 3am wake-ups persist, he discusses adding calming supports like GABA and L-theanine (including his “Delta Sleep” blend approach) to help fall asleep faster and get back to sleep without a hangover effect. He closes with lab considerations that commonly get missed in standard care—vitamin D targets, thyroid antibodies, iron/ferritin, and calcium/PTH when indicated—plus practical troubleshooting for restless legs, night waking, hydration timing, and blood sugar swings. This training is educational and encourages working with a qualified healthcare professional before starting supplements, changing prescriptions, or acting on lab interpretation. CHAPTERS (00:00) Deep sleep sets the foundation (04:00) Why poor sleep drives symptoms (08:30) Brain “cleanup” + inflammation (13:00) Pain, RLS, and sleep disruption (18:00) Sleep meds + safer transition (23:00) Morning sunlight + wake routine (28:00) Vitamin D and key lab targets (33:00) Thyroid, ferritin, calcium checks (38:00) Melatonin vs 5-HTP (fibro) (43:00) 3AM wakeups: fixes that work Work with Dr. Murphree Consultations & Programs – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠yourfibrodoctor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ More About Dr. Rodger Murphree Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠superhealthyhuman.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@drrodgermurphree⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Rodger Murphree, Functional Medicine Expert⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Rodger Murphree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Production, Distribution, and Marketing by Massif & Kroo Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MassifKroo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For inquiries or sponsorships: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@massifkroo.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • Is Mold the Missing Link in Your Chronic Illness?

    Is Mold the Missing Link in Your Chronic Illness?
    Dec 4 2025
    Dr. Rodger Murphree—board-certified nutritional specialist, chiropractic physician, and functional medicine expert—explains why mold toxicity has become a major hidden driver of chronic illness. He breaks down the difference between simple mold allergies and true mold toxicity, how mycotoxins damage the mitochondria, trigger chronic inflammation and oxidative stress, and why one in four people are genetically more vulnerable. Using real-world fibromyalgia and chronic illness cases, he shows how symptoms like fatigue, pain, brain fog, neuropathy, mood changes, breathing problems, gut issues, and skin flares are often tied back to past or current mold exposure in homes, offices, cars, and even foods. From there, Dr. Murphree lays out a practical framework for both investigation and treatment: how to inspect your home, when ERMI testing is superior to basic air tests, how urine mycotoxin testing works, and when professional remediation is worth the cost. He then walks through a stepwise protocol—starting with glutathione and NAC for protection, adding Saccharomyces boulardii and binders like GI Detox or MycoPul, layering in antifungals such as Biocidin and yeast formulas, then addressing sinus biofilms with colloidal silver sprays. He also discusses liver support nutrients, glutathione-supportive foods, sauna therapy, air purifiers, and strategic houseplants to reduce ongoing exposure. The training is educational and encourages working with a qualified healthcare professional before starting any mold protocol, detox regimen, or changing existing treatments. CHAPTERS (00:00) Welcome and why mold now (04:00) Mold vs mildew and allergies (08:30) How mycotoxins hit mitochondria (13:00) Mold symptoms across the body (18:00) Where mold hides in homes & food (23:00) When and how to test for mold (28:00) Stepwise detox and protection (33:00) Binders, antifungals, and sinuses (38:00) Home cleanup, air and saunas (43:00) Genetics, resources, next steps Work with Dr. Murphree Consultations & Programs – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠yourfibrodoctor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ More About Dr. Rodger Murphree Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠superhealthyhuman.com⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@drrodgermurphree⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Rodger Murphree, Functional Medicine Expert⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Rodger Murphree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Production, Distribution, and Marketing by Massif & Kroo Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MassifKroo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For inquiries or sponsorships: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@massifkroo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 mins
  • Balancing Neurotransmitters Naturally: A Functional Medicine Approach to Anxiety, Depression, and Fibro Brain

    Balancing Neurotransmitters Naturally: A Functional Medicine Approach to Anxiety, Depression, and Fibro Brain
    Nov 19 2025
    Dr. Rodger Murphree—board-certified nutritional specialist, chiropractic physician, and functional medicine expert—breaks down what neurotransmitters are, why so many people with fibromyalgia, anxiety, depression, and brain fog are depleted in them, and why prescription antidepressants and benzodiazepines often miss the root problem. He explains the “gasoline additive vs empty tank” issue with SSRIs/SNRIs, outlines risks like sleep disruption, down-regulation of serotonin receptors, CoQ10 and melatonin depletion, and the domino effect of multi-drug symptom management. From there, Dr. Murphree reframes mood and pain disorders as nutrient and amino-acid driven chemistry problems that can frequently be improved with orthomolecular strategies. He walks through the major neurotransmitter families—serotonin, GABA, dopamine, norepinephrine, and endogenous opioids—showing how they’re built from dietary amino acids plus key cofactors like B vitamins, magnesium, folate, B12, and omega-3s. Listeners learn a practical “brain function questionnaire” method for spotting likely deficiencies, which calming supports to start first, and how to layer in stimulating supports after stability improves. The training is educational and encourages working with a healthcare professional before changing any prescription regimen. CHAPTERS (00:00) Welcome and goals for today (02:10) Why mood and fatigue tie to brain chemicals (05:20) The antidepressant reality check (09:40) Benzodiazepines risks and dependence (14:30) CoQ10 and melatonin depletion (18:10) SSRI side effects and drug stacking (22:50) Sleep as the foundation (27:10) Gasoline additive vs empty tank (31:00) What neurotransmitters are (34:20) Amino acids and cofactors explained (38:40) Serotonin pathway and 5-HTP (43:00) B vitamins, folate, and B12 (47:30) Omega-3 vs omega-6 balance (52:10) Brain function questionnaire overview (54:00) Opioid group and DLPA (58:20) GABA group and calming supports (1:02:40) Dopamine group and motivation (1:06:40) Norepinephrine group and drive (1:10:40) Serotonin group and fibro signs (1:13:30) Start calming first, then stimulating (1:16:30) Where to take the questionnaire (1:19:20) Programs, books, and next steps Work with Dr. Murphree Consultations & Programs – ⁠⁠⁠⁠yourfibrodoctor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ More About Dr. Rodger Murphree Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠superhealthyhuman.com⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@drrodgermurphree⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Rodger Murphree, Functional Medicine Expert⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Rodger Murphree⁠⁠⁠⁠ Production, Distribution, and Marketing by Massif & Kroo Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠MassifKroo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ For inquiries or sponsorships: ⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@massifkroo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • The Truth About Heart Disease: Cholesterol Myths, Statins, and the Real Root Cause

    The Truth About Heart Disease: Cholesterol Myths, Statins, and the Real Root Cause
    Nov 6 2025
    Dr. Rodger Murphree—board-certified nutritional specialist, chiropractic physician, and functional medicine expert—exposes what he calls the three biggest medical myths about heart disease: that cholesterol is the primary cause, that low-cholesterol diets prevent heart attacks, and that statin drugs are a safe, catch-all solution. He reframes cardiovascular risk around inflammation, metabolic health, and visceral fat, and explains why decades of cholesterol-centric thinking have not delivered the promised results. Drawing on 34 years in practice and extensive work with complex chronic illness, Dr. Murphree walks through the roles of cholesterol, CoQ10, magnesium, omega-3s, blood sugar, blood pressure, and belly fat in heart health—then outlines dietary, lifestyle, and supplement strategies he believes can reduce risk, improve energy, and support healthier outcomes. This training is educational and encourages patients to understand their labs, their medications, and to work with their doctors on any treatment changes. CHAPTERS (00:00) Introduction: Why Heart Disease is Still Misunderstood (03:30) The Numbers: Cardiovascular Disease by the Stats (06:10) Myth #1 – “Cholesterol Causes Heart Disease” (13:10) What Cholesterol Actually Does in the Body (18:40) Low Cholesterol, Mood, Hormones, and Brain Health (22:30) Myth #2 – “Low-Cholesterol Diets Prevent Heart Attacks” (27:20) Fats 101: Saturated Fat, Seed Oils, and Omega-3 vs Omega-6 (33:10) Myth #3 – “Statins Are a Safe, Effective Fix for Everyone” (38:40) Statin Side Effects, CoQ10 Depletion, and Heart Function (44:00) Inflammation, Not Cholesterol: The Real Driver of Disease (48:20) Sugar, Triglycerides, Fatty Liver, and Metabolic Syndrome (53:40) Visceral Fat, Blood Pressure, and Cardiovascular Risk (58:10) Building an Anti-Inflammatory Plate: Proteins, Veggies (1:03:00) CoQ10, Magnesium, Omega-3s, Red Yeast Rice (1:08:30) Case Studies: Pain, Weight, and Heart Risk Turnarounds (1:14:00) Dr. Murphree’s Weight Loss and Inflammation-Lowering Protocol (1:19:00) Q&A: Medications, Labs, and Next Steps Work with Dr. Murphree Consultations & Programs – ⁠⁠⁠yourfibrodoctor.com⁠⁠⁠ More About Dr. Rodger Murphree Website: ⁠⁠⁠superhealthyhuman.com⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@drrodgermurphree⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠Dr. Rodger Murphree, Functional Medicine Expert⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠Dr. Rodger Murphree⁠⁠⁠ Production, Distribution, and Marketing by Massif & Kroo Website: ⁠⁠⁠MassifKroo.com⁠⁠⁠ For inquiries or sponsorships: ⁠⁠⁠hello@massifkroo.com
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • The Thyroid-Adrenal Connection: Unlocking Your Body’s Energy

    The Thyroid-Adrenal Connection: Unlocking Your Body’s Energy
    Oct 29 2025
    Dr. Rodger Murphree—board-certified nutritional specialist, chiropractic physician, and functional medicine expert—breaks down the vital link between thyroid health, adrenal fatigue, and overall metabolism. Drawing on 34 years in practice and two decades specializing in fibromyalgia, he explains why millions of Americans suffer from undiagnosed thyroid dysfunction, how chronic stress and nutrient deficiencies block hormone conversion, and what natural interventions can restore vitality. Dr. Murphree simplifies complex biochemistry into practical insight—covering everything from the roles of T3, T4, and reverse T3 to the impact of gut health, liver function, and cortisol regulation. Listeners will learn self-tests for thyroid and adrenal health, the importance of proper lab work, and evidence-based steps for balancing hormones naturally. CHAPTERS (00:00) Introduction and Background (03:45) The Thyroid: Master Regulator of Energy (08:30) How the Thyroid and Adrenals Work Together (13:00) Understanding T3, T4, and Reverse T3 (18:20) The Gut-Liver-Thyroid Axis (23:00) Common Causes of Low Thyroid Function (28:40) Stress, Cortisol, and Adrenal Fatigue (34:15) Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis Explained (40:00) The Right Lab Work and How to Interpret It (46:10) Natural Recovery: Functional Medicine Tools Work with Dr. Murphree Consultations & Programs – ⁠⁠yourfibrodoctor.com⁠⁠ More About Dr. Rodger Murphree Website: ⁠⁠superhealthyhuman.com Instagram: ⁠⁠@drrodgermurphree Facebook: ⁠⁠Dr. Rodger Murphree, Functional Medicine Expert ⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠Dr. Rodger Murphree⁠⁠ Production, Distribution, and Marketing by Massif & Kroo Website: ⁠⁠MassifKroo.com⁠⁠ For inquiries or sponsorships: ⁠⁠hello@massifkroo.com
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    53 mins
  • The Root of Fatigue: How Functional Medicine Restores Energy and Reverses Fibromyalgia

    The Root of Fatigue: How Functional Medicine Restores Energy and Reverses Fibromyalgia
    Oct 22 2025
    In this conversation, Dr. Rodger Murphree—functional medicine practitioner, author, and telemedicine pioneer—dives deep into one of the most misunderstood conditions in modern healthcare: chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia. After 34 years in practice and more than two decades helping thousands of patients recover naturally, Dr. Murphree explains how exhaustion, pain, and brain fog are not isolated problems—they’re signals from a body in distress. He breaks down the root causes of fatigue, including poor sleep, adrenal dysfunction, thyroid imbalance, and mitochondrial depletion, and reveals why conventional medicine often misses the mark by focusing on symptom management rather than restoration. Through his experience in functional medicine, he outlines practical steps to restore energy, improve sleep, and reverse chronic fatigue, from magnesium and serotonin support to balancing hormones and reducing inflammation. You’ll also learn how chronic stress depletes essential nutrients, how poor diet fuels inflammation, and how targeted natural therapies can reset your body’s healing rhythm. CHAPTERS(00:00) Welcome and Introduction(03:10) Understanding Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia(07:25) Why Conventional Medicine Falls Short(12:40) The Role of Sleep and Serotonin in Healing(18:00) Adrenal Fatigue and Hormonal Imbalance(24:30) Mitochondria: The Energy Factories of the Body(29:10) Magnesium—The Missing Mineral in Chronic Fatigue(35:00) Functional Medicine Approach to Root Cause Healing(41:20) Nutrition and Stress as Key Drivers of Disease(47:45) Practical Daily Habits to Restore Energy and Clarity Work with Dr. Murphree Consultations & Programs – ⁠yourfibrodoctor.com⁠ More About Dr. Rodger Murphree Website: ⁠superhealthyhuman.com⁠ Instagram: ⁠@drrodgermurphree⁠ Facebook: ⁠Dr. Rodger Murphree, Functional Medicine Expert ⁠YouTube: ⁠Dr. Rodger Murphree⁠ Production, Distribution, and Marketing by Massif & Kroo Website: ⁠MassifKroo.com⁠ For inquiries or sponsorships: ⁠hello@massifkroo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • The Foundation of Health: Why Diet and Inflammation Determine Your Future

    The Foundation of Health: Why Diet and Inflammation Determine Your Future
    Oct 15 2025
    In this conversation, Dr. Rodger Murphree—functional medicine practitioner, author, and telemedicine pioneer—shares the cornerstone principle behind lasting wellness: you can’t overcome chronic illness until you get healthy. After 34 years in practice and more than two decades specializing in fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, Dr. Murphree distills what he’s learned from thousands of patients: modern medicine treats symptoms, but true recovery comes from addressing root causes. He explains how diet, inflammation, and stress form the underlying blueprint of most chronic conditions—and why the Standard American Diet (SAD) is one of the greatest contributors to disease today. Dr. Murphree also challenges common health myths about saturated fats, cholesterol, and dairy—and provides actionable strategies for regaining control of your health through nutrient-dense foods and sustainable lifestyle habits. CHAPTERS (00:00) Welcome and Introduction (03:30) Why Chronic Illness Can’t Be Managed—It Must Be Healed (07:15) The Role of Diet and the Immune System (11:40) Inflammatory Foods and the SAD Diet (17:20) Understanding Omega-6 vs. Omega-3 Balance (22:00) The Truth About Cholesterol and Heart Health (28:15) Hidden Dangers in Milk and Processed Dairy (33:00) Sugar, Simple Carbs, and the Inflammation Cycle (38:10) Healthy Oils and Fats That Support Healing (43:00) Functional Nutrition as Preventative Medicine (47:30) Next Week: Boosting Energy, Hormones, and Mental Clarity Work with Dr. Murphree Consultations & Programs – Schedule a telemedicine consultation at yourfibrodoctor.com More About Dr. Rodger Murphree Website: superhealthyhuman.comInstagram: @drrodgermurphreeFacebook: Dr. Rodger Murphree, Functional Medicine ExpertYouTube: Dr. Rodger Murphree Production, Distribution, and Marketing by Massif & Kroo Website: MassifKroo.comFor inquiries or sponsorships: hello@massifkroo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Episode 13: with Guest Christina Veselak

    Episode 13: with Guest Christina Veselak
    May 4 2023
    About Guest Christina Veselak:Christina graduated from San Francisco State University in 1983 with an MS in Counseling Psychology. She was licensed in California as a Marriage and Family Therapist in 1985 and has subsequently been licensed in Alaska and Colorado. She is trained and is highly experienced in the field of addiction, EMDR therapy, hypnosis, and somatic psychotherapy through the Sensorimotor Institute. Christina is the founder of the Academy for Addiction and Mental Health Nutrition. She trains professionals from a variety of backgrounds in Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Nutrition. Her courses can be taken through NANP (National Association of Nutritional Professionals) as CEUs or can be taken directly through the Academy. She provides certification in both fundamental and advanced Mental Health Nutrition. Please visit my course page to learn more at https://garden-gatecounseling.com/ Christina isalso a founding member and former Executive Director of The Alliance for Addiction Solutions, a non-profit organization that promotes the use of nutritional and other natural modalities in addiction treatment.
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    43 mins