Dr. Nisha Chellam is a Board certified Internist who is also board certified in Integrative and Holistic medicine. She believes that diminished health and vitality can be reclaimed by just about any proactive person at any age. Dr. Chellam practices functional medicine in Novi, Michigan where she incorporates Nutrition, Fitness, hormone balance, and permanent weight control. Every week, Dr. Nisha gives you tips on how to take control of your health because YOU are your best doctor.
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High functioning depression is a condition being increasingly seen by psychiatrists. Imagine that friend who is very successful and seemingly has it all. A perfect example is Kate spade who seemed successful on the surface and just like that with no one expecting it she took her life. This discussion is to bring awareness to this condition and also…
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The Three hormones that impact your weight loss/gain
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3 Hormones That Prevent Weight Loss Thanks to the modern sedentary lifestyle, obesity is one of the most common public health issues these days. A common complaint from people these days is unstoppable weight gain. Almost 42.4 percent of adults in America are overweight. From the obese population of the U.S., half of them are at a high risk of deve…
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Diabetics confused about what you can do- listen to this
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3 Healthy Diets for Diabetes Patients and Prediabetics There’s no one diet that fits all. This is why there’s an abundance of various diets out there that deliver different results. The question is—which one is sustainable for you? How can you shift your health? This blog will answer the infamous question—what to eat when you’ve been diagnosed with…
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Type I Diabetes another way to handle it.
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Reverse Diabetes With Plant-based Vegan Diet Whenever we hear of disease, medicine is always ready as a cure. We know that particular medicine will tackle the problem at hand but what we miss out on is - what are the other direct effects of the same medicine. Medicines can never be the long-term solution. Diabetes is a very big problem in today’s t…
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Effect of Mercury Exposure on Your Health Mercury is a metal element that naturally exists in nature as found in air, water as well as soil. Its presence starts to impact our health if it gets in direct contact with this metal through breathing, intake or physical contact. This can then lead to various neurological, cardiovascular (heart-related), …
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What is the best diet for a diabetic
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3 Healthy Diets for Diabetes Patients and Prediabetics There’s no one diet that fits all. This is why there’s an abundance of various diets out there that deliver different results. The question is—which one is sustainable for you? How can you shift your health? This blog will answer the infamous question—what to eat when you’ve been diagnosed with…
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Can Chronic Disease be Reversed by Nutrition?
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What is the Nutritarian Diet? Can it Prevent and Reverse Chronic Diseases? When faced with disease, many of us don't prefer taking medicines. Medicines are an option but they aren't a long-term solution. So, could you shift the health of your cells by changing your nutrition? In this blog, you will discover just how big of a role nutrition plays in…
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Women's Menstrual Health and Nutrition
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Let’s Talk Women’s Health: Everything from Menstrual Health, Pregnancy to Menopause and more! Most women live decades of their lives away putting up with many physical annoyances such as the discomfort of menstrual cycles, body ache, insomnia, swelling, and anxiety. Yet they continue to function doing what they’re supposed to; pushing themselves th…
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Episode 59- Vaccine a Volatile topic
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Things To Know Before Going For Your Next Vaccination All the talk going around lately about the vaccine leads to a lot of confusion, raising a lot of questions. We are living in a world of information overload. Whether one should go for the vaccine or not? Do different people have different reactions to it? Should you trust your physician blindly …
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When Traditional Medicine Manages, Functional Medicine can help resolve
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Is Traditional Medicine The Answer? Arnold Rodricks*, 62, a resident of the United States, had started experiencing pain in his left knee in the last couple of months. It wasn’t something common for Arnold since he has had a blessed and healthy life for the most part, without any alarming medical history. Moreso, Arnold was a health-conscious perso…
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Misperceptions in Cardiology As common as cardiovascular issues are, unfortunately, so are the misconceptions people have surrounding cardiovascular diseases & cardiology. In this blog, Dr. Nisha Chellam, Founder and Internist at Holistic ICON conversation with Dr. Regina Druz, Board Certified Cardiologist and Functional Medicine Physician, FACC an…
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5 Steps to track your recovery
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5 Factors To Fast Track Your Treatment Recovery We've all heard of some of the miraculous patient recovery stories at one point or another. Cases where patients who were in the last stage of their disease process have not only reversed their disease but in many cases overcome it completely. In fact, after their getting over the disease, they contin…
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What if Dialysis can be avoided? Would you?
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Things to Know Before Opting for Dialysis And the role of nutrition in treating kidney disease Kidney disease is the first socialized medical condition. As such, in the traditional medical system, it's sometimes observed that patients whose treatment is possible via approaches other than dialysis are also put on dialysis. To anyone who knows a litt…
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What if it is not depression? With Dr. Achina Stien
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2020 has been a trying year for all . We begin 2021 with great intentions and a vision for a bright future to al. Here is my conversation with Dr. Achina Stein a psychiatrist who helps us understand when mood disorders can actually be resolved. 5 Things to Know Before You Visit a Psychiatrist Are you someone who is frequently experiencing severe mo…
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Emotional Eating- Understanding the Emotion
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Are you someone who's constantly trying to get control over your frequent overeating but always end up right where you started? Then this post is for you. The PEP Test, as coined by Emotional Eating Expert, Tricia Nelson, helps to identify the plausible reason(s) behind it. To learn more about it and on how to overcome emotional eating, watch our l…
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Ten Myths About Hypothyroidism that may help you
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People take thyroid medications and still have symptoms. Why? I explain the common myths in this very short podcast. How you take your medications, when you take it and what tests determine how the medication should be adjusted is all discussed. Remember it is only information not medical advice. Watch the Youtube channel for the video here Also, b…
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Before you become pregnant, ask your gut if it is ready
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Like our skin is the barrier to the outside dirt, our gut is the barrier to the outside world. It protects us and any kind of medical issue at one level happens because that barrier has been damaged or violated. This is why the gut is the center of our overall health and wellness, and it's crucial to take care off your gut if you want to take care …
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When Creativity helps Burnout in life and work
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As a patient to be successful it is important to understand the human being who is helping you. Listen to this chat I had with Dr. Lara Salyer a family p0ractitioner from small town Monroe in Wisconsin explain what we can do to shift the system. While most physicians want to work with their patients in a way that they teach, not tell their patients…
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Top 5 Things to Know About Longevity Diet Are you someone who fears to live longer because you think you won't live well? Then this blog is for you. In our latest podcast, Dr. Nisha Chellam, Internist and Founder of Holistic ICON along with Dr. Valter Longo, Professor of Gerontology and Biological Sciences and Director of the Longevity Institute at…
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If you are a prediabetic or someone who has a family history of diabetics, thyroid, metabolic syndrome, or any chronic condition that you have seen occurring in your family line and you want to understand more about its symptoms, triggers, early detection, and prevention, then this blog is for you. In this blog, you’ll get to understand: What is th…
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If you have wondered what metabolic syndrome is this episode is for you. Understand the number one risk for metabolic syndrome otherwise known as pre-diabetes. It is obesity. It puts us at a risk for heart attack and strokes and kidney failure. this is the first in this series.بقلم Dr. Nisha Chellam
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Healing with Algae: A Journey to Recovery with Catharine Arnston
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Catharine Arnston started ENERGYbits after her sister was diagnosed with breast cancer and advised by her oncologist that an alkaline diet would help her heal. Catharine immediately sprung into action to help her sister research alkaline foods and in the process she discovered algae. When Catharine learned that algae was the most alkaline, plant-ba…
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The Galveston Diet with Dr. Mary Claire Haver
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Dr. Mary Claire Haver is a wife, mom, physician, and entrepreneur who has devoted her adult life to women’s health. As a Board Certified OBGYN in the Houston area, Dr. Haver has delivered thousands of babies, completed thousands of well-woman exams, counseled patients, taught residents, and did everything an academic professor and OBGYN could do. A…
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Thriving with Type 1 Diabetes with Lyle Haugen
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Lyle Haugen graduated from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition where he learned innovative coaching methods, practical lifestyle management techniques, and over 100 dietary theories; everything from Ayurveda, gluten-free, and Paleo, to raw, vegan, and macrobiotics, and everything in between. Dr. Nisha Chellam is a Board certified Internist who …
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Stem Cells: The Ageless Solution?
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Aging gracefully with your own potential. Stem cells seem to be the cure all. Do they real cure anything at all? How do you know you are getting something that works? What makes a successful stem cell treatment? Hear from a doc who did this for years and now decided to teach people on how to find the right place to get their care. Dr. Ernesto Gutie…
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Ayurveda Solutions for Health with Meena Puri
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We are so excited to have Meena Puri of Ayurvedic Healing Center with us on the podcast! Meena talks about what is Ayurveda and how can using these methods help you bridge the gap in your health! Meena is the best selling author of "Healing Your Relationship with Food - They Ayurveda Answer" and is the owner of The Yoga School of Milford and Ayurve…
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A chiropracter's approach to health and wellness. How does a chiropracter help you heal? This week we talk with Dr. Kyle Wallner from Michigan Family Wellness. Dr. Kyle Wallner founded Michigan Family Wellness in 2016 to serve the southeast Michigan community. Dr. Kyle combines his knowledge of traditional chiropractic techniques and advanced train…
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The Mushroom Episode - Food, Fad or Medicine with Jeff Chilton
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Are mushrooms slimy fungi some people love and other hate? No it is more than just food. It is medicinal and actually can change people's immune functions. On this week's episode we talk all things mushrooms with Jeff Chilton. Jeff Chilton is an instrumental figure in the creation of the now booming medicinal mushroom product category. With over 40…
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Have you noticed when something catastrophic happens how you react? Do you feel angry and helpless? or Do you gather yourself after the initial shock and then figure your way out? These patient empowerment podcasts are my most favorite. The more I learn medicine the less I seem to know. There is so much information that to stay chronically ill it w…
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Many of us have heard that the gut is your second brain. What is fascinating is that it is so well orchestrated. If you are struggling with increasing blood sugars, if you have anxiety and depression if you have bowel issues, if you have poor absorption of vitamins, then this is a podcast for you. Dr. Nisha Chellam is a Board certified Internist wh…
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Fatigue, weight gain, aches and pains, brain fog, digestive issues and even thyroid and hormone imbalance can all be signs of an underlying autoimmune disorder. People suffer for years, even decades without a solution. Medications don’t address the cause of autoimmunity and often times don’t provide relief and come with harmful side effects. Whethe…
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Who Owns Your Health? The Power of the Empowered Patinent.
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This podcast is about a young lady promised to be crippled by her specialist if she did not take her medications. When she found our practice she had no real expectations. She just wanted to feel a little better. She gave it her all. She saw a change in her blood test and her physical and mental well-being. The last meeting I had with her she said …
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The Breath of Yoga: Why It Was Never About Touching Your Toes
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Have you heard of the purported benefits of yoga but are not convinced it's worth trying? Perhaps you are not sure you will get the benefit or feel that yoga is just not for you? Join us as we dissect the proven health benefits of a yoga practice with Dr. Saravanan Chockalingam - Doctor of physical therapy, certified yoga therapist and world speake…
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Does sleep really help? Does your body shut down when you sleep? Do you know why 40 million Americans struggle to sleep? 8.6 million is the amount of dollars we spend on sleeping aids. Why is sleep important? People like pilots who go between time zones have an increased incidents of memory problems, increased metabolic syndrome and even cancers. L…
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Do you have chronic back pain but no structural damage? Chronic autoimmune issues but all labs are normal? There may be something hiding beneath these symptoms your body is be trying to tell you This week we talk to the #1 best selling author of "The Great Pain Deception," Steven Ray Ozanich. He'll be sharing how to demystify these seemingly unrela…
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Dr. John Bartemus from Functional Medicine Charlotte is on the podcast to discuss natural solutions to infertility! We take a deep dive into what can be done naturally when the system is out of balance. Dr. John Bartemus is a Chiropractic Physician who strives to meet the standard for health care that Thomas Edison set over a century ago. Dr. Nisha…
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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder in women that can cause painful or erratic menstrual cycles, infertility, acne and hirutism. Women can suffer for years before being diagnosed or go undiagnosed while suffering with symptoms. While the conventional medical system maintains that the cause of PCOS is unknown, it does seem to wor…
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You may have heard the term adrenal fatigue but did you know that there is currently no such accepted medical diagnosis? Generally, adrenal fatigue refers to a cluster of symptoms which may include fatigue, body aches, weight changes, low blood pressure, lightheadedness, and may even contribute to PCOS. Adrenal insufficiency is recognized medically…
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Medical Marijuana The Magic Grass
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We are taking a deep dive into the medical marijuana world with ex-surgeon turned pro-marijuana doc, Dr. Bodo Schneider and cannabis counselor and dosing specialist, Julie Barron of Blue Sage Health Consulting in Ann Arbor, Michigan. We discuss your burning questions with the resurgence of this natural treatment for everything from cancer to PTSD t…
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Your genes tell the story of your life - unravel how to change this story! Are you frustrated with menopause or perimenopause symptoms? Have you experienced weight gain, mood swings, hot flashes or decrease in energy and don't know what to do about it? Your genetics may be to blame for this hormonal shift, but they also hold the key. Join Dr. Tara …
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The Keto Diet promises all-day energy, weight loss and increased focus. On today’s podcast we discuss what the Keto Diet is and how it works. We’ll break down whether this diet is right for you and discuss benefits and keys to success. Dr. Nisha Chellam is a Board certified Internist who is also board certified in Integrative and Holistic medicine.…
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Is Beauty Skin Deep or Gut Deep with our Guest Shelli Belleci
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Our guest today is Shelli Belleci who speaks about her “beautiful awakening” to life of health and wellness. Interestingly it is so apt her book is called Beautiful Awakening You can buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-Awakening-Shelli-Belleci/dp/0692125183/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1545682928&sr=8-1&keywords=Shelli+Bellec…
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How to Feed a Brain - Interview with Cavin Balaster
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Our guest is a patient of the medical system who decided to take health into his own hands and educating himself of his medical condition. This is a story of a patient seeking to fight for his life after a life altering injury, that led to true personalized care and a fascinating journey to recovery giving a new lease on a new life with a new purpo…
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Your Heart Depends On This! Interview with Dr. Joel Kahn
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Interview with America's Healthy Heart Doc, Dr. Joel Kahn. One of the world’s top cardiologists, Dr. Joel Kahn has treated thousands of acute heart attacks during his career. He’d like all that to stop. He’d like to prevent ALL future heart attacks by breaking through to the public to educate and inspire a new holistic lifestyle. Now is the time to…
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Are You a Fit for Functional Medicine?
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This week we discuss: - 5 reasons you shouldn’t see a functional medicine doctor - Sickness is your identity - Are taking medications a way of life - Does your family history determines your future - What happens when the people around you are unhealthy - How to talk to your doctor and health insurance Q&A - Nutrition Tip of the Week - Rapini! Dr. …
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On today’s episode we talk with Dr. Lara Salyer who is is an award-winning family physician whose passion is health education at the micro and macro level. After 15 years as a board-certified family doctor, she was unsatisfied with the troubling trend in America: increased dependence on prescriptions, yet decreased overall wellness. She went back f…
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This week we discuss: - Traditional, Conventional, Functional, Integrative & Holistic Medicine - The business of pharmaceuticals and medicine - Health Insurance doesn’t cover health, it covers disease crisis - How to stop paying for disease management - Natural medicine solutions versus chemical solutions - Triggers, mediators and the first health …
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This week we discuss: - Manage Your Health, Not Your Disease - Choosing the Right Lifestyle Choices - Make Shift Happen - Make Time for Health Before Your Body Forces You - You’re Not Alone, Let’s Do This Together - Making Eating Easier - Honesty and Promise You’re Not Going to Fake It - The Bridge Between Goals & Accomplishment - Nutritional Tip: …
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Libido! Love for Other or Love for Food
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This week we discuss: What is your libido Reasons for the loss of libido Stress, fight and flight Pay attention if you’re not feeling intimate Gluten sensitvity and auto-immune conditions Vascular health and erectile dysfunction Nutrition Tip of the Week - Afrodisiacs Dr. Nisha Chellam is a Board certified Internist who is also board certified in I…
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This week we discuss: Top 5 reasons for sugar cravings What Insulin Resistance does to your health How sugar impacts your weight Low carb diets and insulin resistance Bacteria, Virus and Fungus Changing your taste buds and increasing your muscle mass Shifting your hormones begins in the kitchen Nutrition Tip of the Week: Cinnamon Dr. Nisha Chellam …
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