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About Ric Kealoha, M.D.:
Dr. Ric Kealoha, MD, is an American Physician specializing in functional and longevity medicine, with active medical licenses in four countries. As a forward-thinking leader in the holistic health revolution, Dr. Kealoha combines cutting-edge research, data-driven protocols, and patient-centered care to redefine how healthcare professionals and entrepreneurs approach wellness, performance, and disease prevention.
With extensive experience treating high-achieving professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs, Dr. Kealoha has built a reputation for precision-driven, root-cause personalized medicine that optimizes human health beyond traditional allopathic clinical models. He is deeply committed to empowering people, healthcare professionals, and doctors by bridging the gap between functional integrative medicine, alternative therapies, and AI-powered health solutions.
As one of the 4 visionaries behind MET@BOLICS+, Dr. Kealoha is spearheading an AI-driven revolution and transformation in personalized healthcare and functional medicine, leveraging technology to make science-backed holistic wellness accessible to millions worldwide. His mission is to disrupt outdated medical paradigms, combat misinformation, and create scalable, high-impact health solutions that drive both better patient outcomes and long-term investor value.
With a track record of innovation and execution, Dr. Kealoha is positioning MET@BOLICS + as the premier AI-powered healthcare and wellness platform, merging profitability with purpose in a rapidly growing 200B
What We Discuss In This Episode:
Issues with Traditional Hormone Testing/Treatment
- Basic blood tests often miss underlying issues (e.g. thyroid problems)
- Doctors frequently dismiss symptoms or use one-size-fits-all approaches
- Hormone replacement often uses synthetic/animal-derived hormones with side effects
- Lack of education on perimenopause/menopause for many doctors (only ~1 hour in med school)
Advanced Hormone Testing and Analysis
- Comprehensive urine tests examine entire hormone system
- Detects xenoestrogens from plastics, pesticides, etc. linked to cancer risk
- Assesses body’s ability to eliminate toxic forms of hormones
- Examines stress hormones like cortisol and their impact
Key Factors Impacting Hormonal Health
- Environmental toxins (cosmetics, cleaners, plastics, etc.)
- Chronic stress and poor sleep
- Inflammatory diet (esp. fast food, high carb)
- Gut health issues (“leaky gut”)
- Excess body fat producing estrogen
- Psychological/emotional factors
Natural Approaches to Hormone Balance
- Detoxification via supplements (broccoli sprouts, DIM, glutathione, chlorella)
- Intermittent fasting (tailored for women’s cycles)
- Ketogenic diet to reduce inflammation
- Increased water intake (3-5L daily, filtered)
- Stress reduction and mindset shifts
- Bioidentical hormones if needed
Broader Health System Issues
- Distrust in medical/government institutions growing
- Many doctors resistant to new research/approaches
- Food industry practices contributing to obesity epidemic
- Need for patient and practitioner education on functional approaches
Connect with Dr. Ric Kealoha:
Website: https://www.advancedwaysinhealing.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ric-kealoha-md-bsc-b6328417b/
Connect With Lynne:
If you’re looking for a community of like-minded women on a journey – just like you are – to improved health and wellness, overall balance, increased energy and confidence, and to enjoy living through perimenopause and menopause, check out Lynne’s private community in The Energized & Healthy Women’s Club. It’s a supportive and collaborative community where the women in this group share tips and solutions for a healthy and holistic lifestyle. (Discussions include things like weight management, eliminating belly bloat, wrangling sugar gremlins, and overcoming fatigue, menopause, recipes, strategies, and much more so women can feel energized, healthy, confident, and joyful each day.
Website: https://holistic-healthandwellness.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holistichealthandwellnessllc
The Energized Healthy Women’s Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/energized.healthy.women
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnewadsworth
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnewadsworth
Resources from Lynne:
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