How much calcium do you need, and is more always better for your bones? In this first episode of a three-part series, Dr. Mike Hauman looks at what calcium actually does in your body and why the "more is better" message behind decades of supplement use doesn't match the current evidence.

Dr. Mike explains how your body guards blood calcium so closely that a normal blood calcium level doesn't prove your intake is adequate. He walks through daily calcium targets for adults—totals from food and supplements combined, not supplement doses—and what large reviews show about calcium and fracture prevention in generally healthy adults. He also explains why a clear benefit in older women living in residential care shouldn't become a blanket recommendation for everyone, and why calcium from food and calcium from supplements aren't handled the same way, including for kidney stones.

This episode reframes stewardship as wisdom rather than maximization, drawing on Psalm 139:14, and closes with a simple practice for the week: before changing anything, record three typical days of calcium from food and supplements and write down why you started the calcium you take now.

Tune in to begin this practical series on calcium.

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How do you keep a vitamin D routine effective for the long term? Here comes the final piece: building a simple, sustainable long-term approach to vitamin D that doesn't require constant monitoring or anxiety. In this final episode of the series, Dr. Mike Hauman focuses on the "renew" phase—putting vitamin D back in its proper place and reclaiming the attention that may have been consumed by chasing numbers.

Dr. Mike outlines what a reasonable long-term plan looks like for most healthy adults, emphasizing modest daily dosing, sensible outdoor exposure, and no recurring target testing. He also identifies the specific medical conditions where vitamin D testing and follow-up remain important, including malabsorption, kidney disease, osteoporosis, and others.

This episode offers a gentle invitation to sit in the "empty space" that can appear when a health habit is simplified, and reframes stewardship as knowing when a routine is complete enough to leave it alone. With practical questions for your next healthcare visit and a reminder that our ultimate hope is not in any supplement, this conversation provides clarity, peace, and freedom.

Tune in for the conclusion of this practical series on vitamin D.

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How much vitamin D should you take, and how do you choose a quality supplement? In this second episode of the series, Dr. Mike Hauman provides a practical "reset" for your vitamin D habits, helping you distinguish what's worth keeping from what's no longer serving you.

Dr. Mike addresses common pitfalls, including routine testing without a clear clinical reason, chasing unproven "optimal" ranges, and taking high-dose or intermittent megadoses that may actually increase your risk. He offers clear guidance on what to stop, what to start, and how to think about the right dose for routine supplementation—generally favoring modest daily dosing over large, spaced-out doses.

This episode also covers product selection, the importance of independent verification, and when testing is truly warranted. With transparency about his own recommendations and the evidence behind them, Dr. Mike helps listeners simplify their approach to vitamin D with wisdom and confidence.

Tune in for a balanced, evidence-based reset of your vitamin D routine.

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Panic to Peace: A Physician's Practical Protocol to Eliminate Your Panic Attacks Forever

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This content is educational and is not medical advice. Listening or reading does not create a physician-patient relationship, and nothing here substitutes for individualized care from your own clinician. Do not use it to diagnose or treat a health problem, and do not delay or disregard professional medical advice because of something you read or heard here.

Vitamin D is one of the most familiar supplements in the medicine cabinet—and one of the easiest to misunderstand. In this first episode of a new series, Dr. Mike Hauman cuts through the confusion to reveal what vitamin D actually does, where the science stands, and why so many common assumptions about this nutrient are simply wrong.

Dr. Mike explains the essential role of vitamin D in calcium absorption and bone health, the fascinating biology of vitamin D receptors, and why observational studies that linked low vitamin D to everything from heart disease to cancer didn't hold up in large clinical trials. He clarifies the distinction between a true deficiency and a borderline level, why routine testing for healthy individuals is often unnecessary, and why more vitamin D is not automatically better.

This episode also offers a spiritual reflection on misplaced confidence—reminding us that a supplement can have "an appearance of wisdom" without delivering the results we expect. If you've ever wondered whether you need vitamin D, how much to take, or what your lab results really mean, this conversation provides the clarity you need.

Tune in for a balanced, evidence-based introduction to vitamin D.

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Panic to Peace: A Physician's Practical Protocol to Eliminate Your Panic Attacks Forever

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Find the podcast wherever you listen

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How do you build an anti-inflammatory lifestyle that keeps inflammation in check for life, without obsession or fear? In this final episode of the series, Dr. Mike Hauman focuses on the "renewal" phase; creating conditions in which your body can resolve inflammation effectively and maintain balance over time. Dr. Mike offers compassionate encouragement for those living with chronic conditions, reminding listeners that your worth is not measured by lab values or waist circumference.

Dr. Mike outlines six pillars of support for an anti-inflammatory life, including a whole-food dietary pattern, meaningful movement, quality sleep, stress recovery, appropriate treatment of underlying conditions, and wisely chosen supplements. He provides a practical 30-day renewal plan to help you implement these changes gradually and sustainably, and emphasizes that the best plan is not the most intense; it's the one you can still be living six months from now.

If you're ready to move from firefighting to faithful stewardship, this conversation provides the guidance and hope you need.

Tune in for the conclusion of this practical series on inflammation.

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Panic to Peace: A Physician's Practical Protocol to Eliminate Your Panic Attacks Forever

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Find the podcast wherever you listen

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This content is educational and is not medical advice. Listening or reading does not create a physician-patient relationship, and nothing here substitutes for individualized care from your own clinician. Do not use it to diagnose or treat a health problem, and do not delay or disregard professional medical advice because of something you read or heard here.

How do you reduce chronic inflammation, and which tests actually help measure it? In this second episode of the series, Dr. Mike Hauman provides a clear "reset" for managing chronic inflammation, focusing on the most useful tests, what to stop doing, and what to start doing to lower your inflammatory burden.

Dr. Mike discusses the most validated general blood marker—high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP)—and cautions against expensive, unproven specialty tests that often lead to confusion rather than clarity. He outlines the key habits to stop, including self-diagnosing from vague symptoms, relying on ultra-processed foods, and using NSAIDs as a long-term strategy. He then offers actionable steps to start, from adopting a Mediterranean-style eating pattern and moving your body regularly to regulating stress and treating underlying medical conditions appropriately.

This episode also includes a simple two-week reset plan to help you take your first faithful steps toward reducing inflammation. If you're ready to move from fear and confusion to a practical, evidence-based approach, this reset is for you.

Tune in for grounded guidance on managing chronic inflammation wisely.

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This content is educational and is not medical advice. Listening or reading does not create a physician-patient relationship, and nothing here substitutes for individualized care from your own clinician. Do not use it to diagnose or treat a health problem, and do not delay or disregard professional medical advice because of something you read or heard here.

Inflammation is one of the most talked-about topics in health today, but also one of the most misunderstood. In this first episode of a new series, Dr. Mike Hauman cuts through the marketing confusion to reveal what inflammation actually is—and why your body needs it.

Dr. Mike explains the crucial difference between acute inflammation (a necessary, protective response) and chronic inflammation (a prolonged burden that can contribute to disease). He explores the common drivers of chronic inflammation, including visceral fat, poor diet, inactivity, poor sleep, stress, and more. He also cautions against self-diagnosing based on vague symptoms and emphasizes the importance of identifying root causes rather than simply trying to "put out fires."

This episode provides a balanced, biblical perspective on inflammation as part of God's design—calling us to stewardship, not fear or obsession. If you've been confused by your hs-CRP, by conflicting advice or worried about inflammation without understanding it, this conversation offers the clarity you need.

Tune in to learn how to think wisely about inflammation and take your first step toward a healthier future.

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Panic to Peace: A Physician's Practical Protocol to Eliminate Your Panic Attacks Forever

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Find the podcast wherever you listen

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The Aslan Health Podcast with Dr. Mike Hauman — Where Science Meets Soul

This content is educational and is not medical advice. Listening or reading does not create a physician-patient relationship, and nothing here substitutes for individualized care from your own clinician. Do not use it to diagnose or treat a health problem, and do not delay or disregard professional medical advice because of something you read or heard here.

You've learned to separate longevity hype from genuine science and identified what actually supports your health. Now comes the most important part: building a sustainable, practical plan for a healthspan that bears fruit in every season of life. In this final episode of the series, Dr. Mike Hauman focuses on the "renew" phase—turning knowledge into daily practices that preserve function, purpose, and peace.

Dr. Mike introduces the concept of six healthspan reserves, including meaningful movement, metabolic and nutritional health, sleep and circadian rhythm, wise preventive care, relationships and purpose, and spiritual renewal. He provides practical, evidence-based guidance for building a life that remains strong, connected, and useful—not by pursuing endless youth, but by stewarding the body and years God has given.

This episode reframes aging not as failure, but as an opportunity for continued growth and fruitfulness. If you're ready to move beyond fear and build a faithful, functional future, this conversation offers the clarity and encouragement you need.

Tune in for the conclusion of this practical series on healthspan.

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