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What’s really going on when your labs say “normal,” but you still feel tired, foggy, and inflamed?
In this episode, Dr. Joshua Sharp breaks down MVX Plus—a simple blood test that measures the terrain of your health at the cellular level. You’ll learn how chronic, smoldering inflammation drives most modern illness, why traditional panels (cholesterol, liver enzymes, CBC/CMP) often miss early dysfunction, and how MVX pinpoints where the fire is starting so you can take targeted action.

What you’ll learn

Why inflammation is the common thread behind fatigue, brain fog, weight resistance, autoimmunity, and cardiovascular risk

The difference between pathology labs (find disease late) and terrain testing (find dysfunction early)

A plain-English tour of MVX: IVX (inflammation), MMX (metabolic malnutrition), and the overall MVX score

How mitochondria (your cells’ engines) power every organ—and what happens when they sputter

The 6 MVX analytes in simple analogies:

GlycA = the smoke alarm for chronic inflammation

Small HDL particles = the garbage trucks for detox

Citrate = the energy circuit inside the mitochondria

Valine, Leucine, Isoleucine (BCAAs) = the building blocks that reveal protein status, digestion, and insulin resistance

The surprising importance of Vitamin B1 (thiamine) and how MVX can hint when you need it

Resources & links

Take the “Could It Be Lyme?” Quiz (biotoxin risk): https://forms.gle/JP6dBjPq2YT1RDn67

Schedule a free Discovery Call: https://l.bttr.to/5V8Lu

Key terms / SEO

MVX Plus, IVX, MMX, GlycA, small HDL particles, citrate, BCAAs, vitamin B1, thiamine, mitochondria, cellular energy, inflammation, metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, functional medicine, terrain theory, chronic fatigue, brain fog, detox, drainage

Hashtags

#MVX #FunctionalMedicine #Inflammation #Mitochondria #HealthTerrain #ChronicFatigue #BrainFog #Detox #DiscoverHealth

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The information provided on the Discover Health Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. While we discuss natural health strategies, gut health, and overall well-being, this content is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or health regimen.

The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. The Discover Health Podcast is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented.

By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you take full responsibility for your health decisions.

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It’s the week after Halloween and if your kids are bouncing off the walls (or crashing hard), you’re not alone.
In this episode, Dr. Joshua Sharp dives into the sweet trap of sugar, food dyes, and dopamine and how these hidden factors can hijack your child’s focus, behavior, and emotional balance.

You’ll learn how diet, environment, and even sleep can shape your child’s brain chemistry and how simple, daily choices can bring peace and focus back to your home.

In this episode:
• The science behind ADHD and dopamine
• How sugar and artificial dyes affect brain function
• Why dopamine drives attention, motivation, and self-control
• Healthy breakfast swaps to boost focus and calm
• Simple strategies for parents to balance energy and emotions after Halloween

If you’re a parent who wants to help your kids thrive naturally without feeling overwhelmed, this episode is for you.

Chapters
00:00 The Impact of Sugar and Food Dyes on Kids
10:32 Understanding Dopamine and ADHD
13:41 The Role of Diet and Environment in Brain Function
17:00 Practical Tips for Parents to Support Brain Health

Watch next: “The Light Diet: How Light Shapes Mood and Focus”

Take the Burnout Root Quiz: https://forms.gle/oRceHSctB5WMxgsu6

Shop Brain + Focus Support: discoverhealth.gethealthy.store

Keywords: ADHD, ADD, dopamine, sugar, food dyes, brain health, children's focus, emotional regulation, parenting tips, Halloween candy

Sources Mentioned:

1. https://www.amenclinics.com/blog/3-worst-foods-for-adhd/
2. https://www.amenclinics.com/blog/brain-health-guide-red-dye-40/
3. https://www.amenclinics.com/blog/hidden-dangers-of-yellow-dye-5-brain-behavior-and-health/
4. https://www.amenuniversity.com/blogs/news/warning-this-is-your-brain-on-sugar
5. https://www.amenclinics.com/conditions/adhd-add/
6. https://www.smartkidswithld.org/getting-help/adhd/7-types-adhd/
7. https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnins.2021.670430/full

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Check out my site: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/

Online store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/

The information provided on the Discover Health Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. While we discuss natural health strategies, gut health, and overall well-being, this content is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or health regimen.

The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. The Discover Health Podcast is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented.

By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you take full responsibility for your health decisions.

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Would you ever move your family into a half-demolished house and expect it to feel like home? Of course not. Yet many people try to live in a “half-renovated” gut, feeding the good bacteria and detoxing, but never rebuilding the structure that holds it all together.

In this episode, Dr. Joshua Sharp walks you through Part 3 of the Gut Health Series: Rebuilding the Gut Barrier using his signature house renovation analogy. You’ll learn how to strengthen tight junction integrity and keep your gut sealed long-term with his S.E.A.L. Framework:
👉 Soothe your nervous system (vagus nerve & stress reduction)
👉 Eat quality building materials (bone broth, zinc-rich foods, healthy fats)
👉 Activate digestion (chew, calm, 10-minute walks)
👉 Live the long game (sleep, gratitude, sustainable rhythm)

Dr. Sharp also explains why supplements alone won’t work if your gut. Lifestyle is the blueprint and framework. How to create an environment where your body finally feels safe enough to heal.

🎯 Watch next:
• Unlocking Better Digestion (Naturally) https://youtu.be/tvU8SdUyCzw

• Why You Should Walk After Every Meal https://youtu.be/3OvBENVI6zg

🧪 Find the root cause:
Take the free Could It Be Lyme? Quiz → https://forms.gle/jCxqy9mMG5GTXybB8

🛒 Ready to rebuild?
Check out the GI Restore Bundles → https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/catalog/category/view/s/bundles/id/7049/

Support the show

Check out my site: https://www.discoverhealthfm.com/

Online store: https://discoverhealth.gethealthy.store/

The information provided on the Discover Health Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. While we discuss natural health strategies, gut health, and overall well-being, this content is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, exercise routine, or health regimen.

The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. The Discover Health Podcast is not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented.

By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you take full responsibility for your health decisions.