Episode 218: Dr. Melanie Tidman

Episode 218: Dr. Melanie Tidman

Author: Dr. Brian Lenzkes October 12, 2024 Duration: 1:21:42

Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life's Best Medicine. Dr. Melanie Tidman completed a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, a Master's Degree in Educational Psychology, and a Doctorate in Health Science degree, contributing to her 45+ years in healthcare delivery. During her professional experience, Dr. Tidman owned and operated an outpatient Pediatric rehabilitation center for 22 years, has advanced expertise in neurosurgery intensive care and adult and pediatric rehabilitation, has published several articles about telehealth, healthcare reform, Occupational Therapy fieldwork education, Parkinson's Disease, and is a contributing chapter author for an Occupational Therapy textbook.

She is currently recruiting for her 6th research study on the use of the Ketogenic Diet and symptoms of Parkinson's Disease.

In 2020, Dr. Tidman was awarded advanced certification as a Metabolic Health Practitioner with the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners and provides telehealth for patients with diabetes, Parkinson's Disease, and other chronic disease conditions.

 

In this conversation, Drs. Brian and Melanie talk about…

  • Dr. Melanie's research study on the use of the Ketogenic Diet and symptoms of Parkinson's Disease
  • How Dr. Melanie first discovered the low carb approach to nutrition
  • The joy of helping others
  • The link between Parkinson's and metabolic health
  • Risk factors for Parkinson's
  • The link between exercise and mental health
  • Special equipment and tools for people struggling with Parkinson's
  • MCT oil
  • Exogenous Ketones
  • How senior care could be improved
  • The backward approach to metabolic disease used by big medical companies
  • Osteoporosis
  • Gut health and Parkinson's

For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening!

Thank you for listening. Have a blessed day and stay healthy!

 

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What does it truly mean to be well? For Dr. Brian Lenzkes, the answer stretches far beyond a chart of lab results. On the Life's Best Medicine Podcast, he explores the interconnected layers of a whole life, where physical health is deeply woven into the fabric of our relationships, our sense of purpose, and our spiritual grounding. Each conversation moves past simplistic advice to consider how family, community, and personal faith shape our daily resilience. You’ll hear from a variety of guests who share candid stories-not just of medical recovery, but of profound human connection, unexpected compassion, and quiet heroism found in everyday challenges. Dr. Lenzkes brings his perspective as a practicing physician who believes healing is a multifaceted endeavor. This isn't a lecture series; it's a collection of genuine dialogues that remind us our wellbeing is a holistic story still being written. Tune into this podcast for thoughtful reflections that might just change how you view your own health, relationships, and place in the world.
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