In this episode of the Radical Remedy podcast, Dr. Chloe chats with Dr. Mel Hopper Koppelman, an integrative healthcare practitioner, educator, writer, blogger, and researcher known for her deep dives into various facets of science. They delve into ‘first principles thinking,’ the limitations of lab tests, the importance of understanding basic biological processes, and the role of the brain and nervous system in overall health. Mel highlights the need for systematic, accessible healthcare solutions.
Episode Highlights With Dr. Mel
- 00:28 Diving Deep into Functional and Chinese Medicine
- 02:15 Understanding First Principles in Health
- 02:51 The Limitations of Lab Tests in Medicine
- 13:07 The Role of Brain Hemispheres in Health
- 25:57 Primitive Reflexes and Their Impact on Health
- 30:17 Understanding Brain Development
- 31:44 Exploring Chinese Medicine and Neurology
- 36:16 Heart Rate Variability and Health
- 38:38 The Role of the Vagus Nerve
- 44:35 Chinese Herbal Formulas vs. Supplements
- 50:31 Challenges in Modern Healthcare
- 53:34 Making Healthcare Accessible
- 01:02:54 Vestibular System and Health
Resources We Mention
- Mel Hopper Koppelman
- Dr. Ed Neal – Expert in Neijing medicine and developmental neurology.
- Jeremy Cornish
- Dr. Melillo
- Dr. Steven Porges
- Family Hope Center
- Dr. Jin Zhao
- Dr. Carlo Renato
- Bob Naviaux
- Polyvagal Theory
- Heart Rate Variability (HRV)
- Primitive Reflexes and Vestibular System
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