In this episode of I’ll Ask The Questions Around Here, Dr. Joseph Elisha speaks with Dr. Joseph Scherger, a renowned authority in integrative medicine, on rethinking modern healthcare. Dr. Scherger shares why he believes extended time with patients and lifestyle-based interventions are key to reversing chronic diseases. They explore how processed food addictions formed, the role of gut flora, and how habits like nutrition, physical activity, and stress management form the six pillars of health. Dr. Scherger also shares his thoughts on supplements, the rise of GLP-1 medications, and his shift into a personalized care model—while touching on cognitive decline and the future of primary care.

[00:00:0] Dr. Scherger’s career and how the Marcus Welby model influenced him

[00:04:41] Time constraints in primary care and the importance of extended consultations

[00:06:33] The role of lifestyle and nutrition in reversing chronic illness

[00:07:46] Addictive nature of processed foods and historical development

[00:12:05] The impact of gut flora and microbiome on overall and mental health

[00:14:06] Antibiotics’ effect on gut health and strategies to restore microbiome

[00:20:17] Importance of vitamin D, magnesium, and B vitamins in aging

[00:25:17] Insights on prehistoric diets, microbiome diversity, and modern parallels

[00:29:26] Farm-to-table and whole food approaches to diet

[00:30:05] Rise in cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s, and the potential for reversal

[00:33:50] Dale Bredesen’s work and The Ageless Brain

[00:37:38] Impact of sugar on cognitive health and neurodegeneration

[00:38:48] GLP-1 medications (e.g., Ozempic) and their effects on appetite and addiction

[00:43:31] Dr. Scherger’s transition from Eisenhower to private concierge practice

[00:48:25] Shortages in primary care and systemic inefficiencies in healthcare

In this episode of I'll Ask The Questions Around Here, Dr. Joseph Elisha is joined by Lauren Del Sarto, founder of Desert Health and co-founder of Good Vibes Sound Bath. They explore Lauren’s remarkable journey from organizing Wall Street events to pioneering platforms for holistic wellness and integrative medicine. Lauren opens up about her battle with breast cancer, the alternative treatment path she chose, and how it reshaped her perspective on health. She also shares how fearlessness returned through equestrian pursuits and discusses the explosive popularity of floating sound baths. Join this warm and revealing conversation about resilience, purpose, and creating space for healing in a noisy world.

[00:00:00] Introduction to Lauren Del Sarto and her background

[00:04:13] Founding Desert Health and focusing on positive health journalism

[00:05:34] Career path from Wall Street to event marketing to wellness publishing

[00:09:44] Impact of childhood moves on adaptability and people skills

[00:12:50] Vision behind Desert Health as a bridge between medical and natural care

[00:14:49] Lauren's breast cancer diagnosis and decision to pursue cryoablation

[00:17:58] Effects of an anti-inflammatory diet on tumor size

[00:21:24] Advocating for cryoablation and clinical trials

[00:24:25] Importance of integrative care teams

[00:26:41] Overcoming fear to return to competitive horseback riding

[00:30:45] Views on mortality and the power of presence

[00:33:44] Founding Good Vibes Sound Bath and its viral growth

[00:36:32] Description of the floating sound bath experience

[00:40:51] Volunteering with Coachella Valley Volunteers in Medicine

[00:42:29] Receiving Trailblazer and Health Influencer Awards

[00:44:17] Regret around father’s end-of-life care

[00:47:00] Personal values: integrity and positivity

[00:48:41] Reflections on authenticity and staying true to oneself

[00:53:53] Mentoring youth through the Health Academy student column

[00:56:24] Where to find Desert Health and Good Vibes Sound Bath

Links:

Lauren Del Sarto on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-del-sarto-5b14b47

Connect with Lauren: lauren@deserthealthnews.com

Desert Heal News: http://www.deserthealthnews.com/

Good Vibe Sound Bath: https://www.goodvibessoundbath.com/

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we explore the recent Palm Springs bombing—not just as a tragic local event, but as a lens into the silent conflicts so many carry within. Through reflections on childhood trauma, parental mental health, and the human need for control, we take an emotional journey from confusion to compassion, asking hard questions about violence, suicide, and the societal shame that surrounds mental illness.

What unfolds is not just a recounting of a tragedy, but a call to listen more closely—to ourselves and to each other. If we hope to prevent future losses, we must begin by creating space for honesty, vulnerability, and healing. This is an episode about fragility, resilience, and the radical power of empathy in a world that often feels like it’s falling apart.