Welcome to Proven Health Alternatives—a webcast revealing science-based alternatives to today's healthcare practices. I'm your host, Dr. Rob Silverman, a chiropractic doctor, clinical nutritionist, functional medicine practitioner, international speaker, and author of "Immune Reboot: Your Guide to Maximizing Immunity, Restoring Gut Health, and Optimizing Vitality" and "Inside-Out Health: A Revolutionary Approach to Your Body." Join me as I converse with leading health, fitness, supplements,…
What if the foundation of lifelong health begins in the first days of life? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Stephanie Culler, Co-founder and CEO of Persephone Biosciences, to explore how an infant's gut microbiome shapes immune development, metabolism, and overall health from birth. Together, we discuss how modern lifestyles have altered the infant microbiome, the differences between vaginal…
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, yet many cardiovascular events occur in people whose cholesterol levels and routine cardiac tests appear completely normal. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj, an interventional cardiologist and founder of the Integrative Heart Institute, to explore why preventing heart disease requires looking far beyond traditional risk…
What if one of the biggest threats to your health isn't on your plate, but in the air you breathe? In this episode, I sit down with Michael Rubino, environmental wellness advocate and founder of HomeCleanse, to explore why indoor air quality may be one of the most overlooked factors influencing chronic illness, inflammation, and long-term health. Together, we discuss how modern homes can trap…
What if one of the most overlooked systems in the body holds the key to reducing inflammation, supporting recovery, and improving overall health? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Perry Nickelston, also known as the "Lymph Doc," to explore the vital role of the lymphatic system and why restoring healthy fluid flow may be one of the missing pieces in chronic pain and healing. Together, we…
What if one of the most powerful tools for improving your health is something you do more than 20,000 times a day? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sachin Patel, a leading voice in functional medicine, to explore why breathing is far more than a survival mechanism. Together, we discuss how the way we breathe influences the brain, nervous system, metabolism, sleep, emotional resilience, and…
Why are so many women told their symptoms are "normal" when they know something isn't right? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Nancy Beliveau, a functional medicine expert dedicated to helping women uncover the root causes behind fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, hormone imbalances, and other commonly overlooked health concerns. Together, we discuss why standard lab work doesn't always tell the…
Many patients with chronic, complex conditions feel like they've tried everything, yet they're still searching for answers. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mike Powell, a board-certified functional neurologist with more than 30 years of clinical experience, to explore why traditional approaches often fall short and what it takes to successfully care for patients whose symptoms don't fit…
What if one of the most overlooked keys to longevity is at the end of your legs? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Courtney Conley, renowned foot and gait specialist and author of Walk, to explore why foot health, balance, and walking may be some of the most important predictors of long-term health and independence. Together, we challenge common misconceptions about footwear, movement, and…
Concussions are often treated as short-term injuries, but what if the real issue is how the brain recovers afterward? In this episode, Dr. Rob Silverman sits down with Dr. Brett Jarosz, an ACA endorsed Fellow Sports & Exercise Chiropractor, to explore the evolving science of concussion recovery and brain health. Together, they challenge outdated approaches that rely on complete rest and discuss…
What if Parkinson's disease is more than a movement disorder? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Greg Eckel, naturopathic physician and pioneer in neurodegenerative medicine, to explore a broader, root-cause approach to Parkinson's disease. Inspired by his late wife's battle with Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Dr. Eckel shares the personal journey that led him to dedicate his career to understanding…