Ankle sprains aren’t just “part of the game.” They’re the most common injury in volleyball and basketball, and what most people do in the first 24–48 hours is exactly what turns a simple sprain into a lingering, season-long problem. In this episode, we break down what actually matters after an ankle sprain—and why the advice most athletes still hear is outdated, incomplete, or flat-out wrong. You’ll learn how to tell when an ankle really needs imaging, why resting too much can slow heal...
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Ankle sprains aren’t just “part of the game.” They’re the most common injury in volleyball and basketball, and what most people do in the first 24–48 hours is exactly what turns a simple sprain into a lingering, season-long problem. In this episode, we break down what actually matters after an ankle sprain—and why the advice most athletes still hear is outdated, incomplete, or flat-out wrong. You’ll learn how to tell when an ankle really needs imaging, why resting too much can slow heal...
Ever wondered just how impactful your diet and lifestyle choices are on your health? We're going to unravel some answers in this episode with the help of Dr. Gabe. We begin by tackling the aftermath of following a leaky gut repair protocol. Here's the catch - it's not a one-and-done process. Stress, lifestyle, and eagerness to reintroduce foods can all cause a relapse. It's time for some hard truths about those irresistible sugary treats and how they may be secretly sabotaging your progress.W...
Functional Medicine & Natural Healing Podcast
Ankle sprains aren’t just “part of the game.” They’re the most common injury in volleyball and basketball, and what most people do in the first 24–48 hours is exactly what turns a simple sprain into a lingering, season-long problem. In this episode, we break down what actually matters after an ankle sprain—and why the advice most athletes still hear is outdated, incomplete, or flat-out wrong. You’ll learn how to tell when an ankle really needs imaging, why resting too much can slow heal...