Entries by Dr. Nicole Baylac N.D.

Ep #019: Keto the Vegan Way (Part 3 of 3)

This episode is the last part on the three-part series of Dr. Baylac’s raw vegan ketogenic 10-day retreat. In this episode we’re going to be discussing what happens after the retreat. Life at home following a 10-day lifestyle change and detox; what people can expect and how to even extend your program beyond your retreat […]

Ep #018: Keto the Vegan Way (Part 2 of 3)

This episode is the second in a three-part series where we are discussing the Keto diet, and specifically the vegan method of approaching the diet.  In this episode, we will walk through an actual day in the life of the Keto vegan detox program at Dr. Baylac’s retreat in Hawaii.  We will go through the […]

Ep #017: Keto the Vegan Way (Part 1 of 3)

The Keto diet is popular among fitness enthusiasts and dietitians and is typically accomplished by eating a diet composed of lots of different types of animal products which research has shown to perhaps be contradictive for our health and wellbeing. In this episode we are going to cover the basics of what the ketogenic diet […]

Ep #016: Detoxing for Life

Detoxification is the process of eliminating toxins from the body. There is a variety of different options when it comes to detoxification, from a full water fast to the Gerson method or a Raw Vegan approach. Ian and Doctor Baylac will be discussing the various ways in which you can accomplish your detoxing goals and […]

Ep #014: Fasting for Longevity

Fasting, especially intermittent fasting has recently become very popular and is a great way to give your body the chance to eliminate and rejuvenate. Dr. Baylac has been incorporating fasting into her life and practice for over 20 years, in this episode we are talking about the various types of fasting, benefits and challenges. We […]

Ep #013: Fitness For Life

Staying fit is more than just exercise, it’s a lifestyle that can keep you healthy and prevent disease and illness.  Most people are aware of this, however fitness encompasses more than just exercise and diet… it includes things we mostly take for granted, such as the air we breath and the water we drink.   In […]

Ep #012: Anxiety No More! (part 2 of 2)

Anxiety is a multifaceted disorder that can have its roots in poor nutrition, stressful lifestyle, genetic mutation, trauma, medical condition, social and family environment or belief system. In this episode, Dr. Baylac and Ian discuss the natural methods of addressing anxiety disorders. Tune in to join the conversation about designing a lifestyle and acquiring a […]

Ep #011: Anxiety No More! (part 1 of 2)

The conventional treatment of anxiety consists of benzodiazepines and Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs). Benzodiazepines stimulate the activity of GABA and SSRIs increase serotonin, two inhibitory neurotransmitters. The first benzodiazepine on the market was Valium but now there are 15 different types of benzodiazepines, the most popular being Xanax and Ativan. The treatment with benzodiazepines […]

Ep #010: Addiction

Addiction is the obsessive-compulsive desire to consume a substance to reach a state of enhanced pleasure regardless of health consequences. Addiction is a behavior dictated by conscious and unconscious mental emotional components. Consciously the addicted person feels that he is unable to cope with stressful circumstances in his life and wants to avoid them. The […]

Ep #009: Depression (part 2 of 2)

The most successful treatment approaches to depression address a wide range of potential contributing factors such as nutritional deficiencies or excess, use of prescription or illicit drugs, hypoglycemia, allergies, hormonal balances, environmental factors and psycho-emotional factors. In this follow-up episode, Dr. Baylac and Ian talk about the natural approaches to treating the underlying causes of […]