A SENSe of Wellness

On this episode of A SENSe of Wellness podcast host, Susan Greeley, and co-founder of Feed.fm, Dr. Lauren Pufpaf, have a conversation about how music contributes to our daily wellness.   More About Lauren Pufpaf Lauren Pufpaf is the Co-Founder, COO, and President of Feed.fm, a B2B music platform for consumer and retail brands, including American Eagle Outfitters, the Golden State Warriors, and Lululemon Studio. With 20+ years of experience scaling companies, Lauren has led multiple companies through Series B rounds, fueling its growth and success over nearly a decade. Throughout her career, Lauren has scaled businesses to $100M, raised over $80M in venture funding, and advised dozens of founders on successful capital raises. Under her leadership, Feed.fm has been recognized as Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies of 2024, Inc. Magazine's Power Partner, and an innovator in music tech by the Music Business Association.

On this episode of A SENSe of Wellness podcast host, Susan Greeley, and Double Board-Certified Cardiologist, Dr. Tracy Paeschke, have a heart-healthy conversation in honor of the upcoming American Heart Month, diving into the importance of cardiovascular health.   More About Dr. Tracy Paeschke: Dr. Tracy Paeschke, a double board-certified cardiologist, is dedicated to helping you achieve optimal heart health and overall well-being. With over 25 years of experience diagnosing and treating heart disease, Dr. Tracy has witnessed firsthand the devastating impact that poor heart health can have on people and their families. This inspired her to shift her focus from intervention to prevention, embracing a more holistic and proactive approach to cardiac care. Learn more about Dr. Tracy Paeschke here.

On this episode of A SENSe of Wellness podcast host, Susan Greeley, and Ayurvedic practitioner, Dr. Shivani Gupta, discuss the science of life, Ayurveda.   More About Dr. Shivani Gupta: Dr. Shivani is an Ayurvedic practitioner and expert in fusing Eastern and Western practices that help our bodies achieve equilibrium. She completed her Master's in Ayurvedic Sciences and her PhD on Turmeric. Inflammation is a root cause for many health issues in our lives and we have the power to overcome it. Her passion is teaching at-home remedies to reduce inflammation naturally will help you enjoy more energy, less brain fog, less pain, and ultimately achieve vibrant health! Dr. Shivani Gupta has practiced Ayurvedic medicine for over 20 years and her approach is to show you the tools in your toolkit, so you can reach for them every time you need them. She is also the founder of Fusionary Formulas, an Ayurvedic company that helps people with inflammation and pain.  Learn more about Dr. Shivani Gupta here.

On this episode of A SENSe of Wellness podcast host, Susan Greeley, Castle Connolly Private Health Partners Co-Founder, John Connolly, Ed. D., and CEO of Northwell Health, Michael J. Dowling, latest book, “The Aging Revolution,” and shifting perceptions on health, wellness, and healthcare through the lens of an aging population.   More About Michael J. Dowling: Michael Dowling is one of the health care industry's most highly respected voices, achieving the No. 1 ranking in Modern Healthcare magazine's 2022 list of the “100 Most Influential People in Healthcare.” As a health care executive over the past three decades, he has been a no-excuses advocate for reforms that have helped the industry become more patient-focused and committed to quality and safety. His willingness to take a stand on societal issues such as gun violence and immigration has earned widespread praise and recognition from peers and the news media. During his years in academia and government, Mr. Dowling has distinguished himself as a compassionate voice for those in need, developing and promoting innovative health and human services policies.​ As president and CEO of Northwell Health for 22 years, he has demonstrated invaluable leadership in overseeing a rapidly expanding clinical, research and academic enterprise with annual revenue of $18 billion. With a workforce of more than 85,000, Northwell is the largest health care provider and private employer in New York State, caring for more than two million people annually through a vast network of 21 hospitals, more than 900 outpatient facilities—including 220 primary care practices and 50-plus urgent care centers—along with home care, rehabilitation and end-of-life services.​ Hailing from Ireland, Mr. Dowling bridges borders and brings a global perspective to health care. In 2020, he received the Presidential Distinguished Service Award for the Irish Abroad, which recognized his contributions to Ireland and to Irish communities abroad, presented by the President of Ireland. He also received an honorary fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland and is a board member of the Foreign Policy Association. He is a member of the Institute of Medicine of the National Academies of Science, and the North American Board of the Smurfit School of Business at University College in Dublin, Ireland. He also earned his bachelor's degree from University College Cork, and went on to receive honorary doctorates from Queens University Belfast and University College Dublin. Mr. Dowling was the Grand Marshal of New York City's St. Patrick's Day Parade in 2017, when he was also inducted into the Irish America Hall of Fame Learn more about Michael Dowling here.

On this episode of A SENSe of Wellness podcast host, Susan Greeley, and the founder of Healthy is Wellness, Nich Pertuit, PhD discuss a holistic approach to musculoskeletal health.    More About Nich Pertuit, PhD:   Dr. Nich Pertuit launched Healthy Is Wellness in 2017. Before 2017, Dr. Pertuit spent over 15 years in performance consulting and teaching at universities including Stanford, Cal Poly Pomona, and the University of North Carolina-Charlotte. He received his Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Exercise Science, and in 2011 he received his PhD from Texas Tech University in human motivation, behavior change, and optimal performance. He holds the highest ranking of Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the National Strength and Conditioning Association.   Learn more about Healthy is Wellness at healthyiswellness.com. 

On this episode of A SENSe of Wellness podcast host, Susan Greeley, and co-founder of Empower Sleep, Sahil Chopra, MD discuss the importance of sleep. Sleep is fundamental to our lives. Quality sleep improves our mental well-being, physical health, performance, and energy.‍    More About Sahil Chopra, MD:   Dr. Sahil Chopra, MD is a highly experienced medical professional specializing in several areas, including Internal Medicine from UCLA, Pulmonary Diseases & Critical Care Medicine from Loma Linda, and Sleep Medicine from Harvard. He has diverse experiences as a physician, known for his expertise in delivering personalized sleep care using continuous health data. Dr. Chopra is the Co-Founder & Chief Medical Officer at Empower Sleep. Empower Sleep provides sleep care online using continuous vital from medical grade devices. He is a pioneer in using longitudinal sleep data to deliver personalized care, leading to overall health and improved clinical outcomes. Traditional sleep care tends to look at sleep in snapshots through the model of single-night testing. However, using continuous vitals has allowed him to hyper-personalize the treatment by analyzing hundreds of thousands of hours of data and developing unique care pathways for each patient. He has worked closely on understanding the intersection between sleep and longevity and looks forward to sharing these learnings more broadly.   Learn more about Empower Sleep at www.empowersleep.com

On this episode of A SENSe of Wellness podcast host, Susan Greeley, and health coach, Bradley Davie, discuss the importance of tracking personal health data. More about Bradley Davie:  Bradley Davie has followed his passion and pursued a knowledge and understanding of how the right choices in life can nourish both the human body and soul. He is a well-rounded and experienced expert who can help clients achieve their health goals holistically and effectively. Bradley has a Bachelor's in Kinesiology & Physical Education from the University of Maine, and has worked as a health coach since 2011. He works with his students as they create and obtain their goals in healthy living. Following his passions for more than 20 years, Bradley has poured his heart and soul into his work to help many others learn and grow through transformations. He chose to earn certifications from the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Certified Nutrition Coach. He has also obtained a certification as a holistic health coach from the Chek Institute. This certification allows him to understand how to work with clients to achieve optimal health, metabolic efficiency, and well-being by considering the whole person, rather than just focusing on a specific aspect of health. In addition to his training and certifications in the field of fitness and wellness, Bradley has also completed training in Neurolinguistics Programming, Life Coaching, and Executive Coaching. This training has equipped him with powerful tools and techniques to help clients overcome limiting beliefs and achieve their goals. His unique combination of education, certifications, and training has made him an asset for clients who want to improve their health and wellness. Learn more about Bradley: https://bradleydavie.com/ Through skills developed over 20 years in sales, marketing, and business excellence, he excels in helping organizations grow rapidly with effective systems and strategies. His talent has made him a trusted advisor for many companies seeking success. For the past 8 years, he has been helping companies implement InBody's Ecosystem of Health Assessment Tools, including body composition analyzers, blood pressure monitors, and grip strength dynamometers. Learn more about InBody: https://inbodyusa.com/beyondthescale/

On this episode of A SENSe of Wellness podcast, host Susan Greeley, and Spiritual & Human Nature Educator, Udo Erasmus, discuss the oil industry, the politics of health, and the way our bodies assimilate oil. Learn about modern healthful oils like flax. More about Udo Erasmus:  Udo Erasmus, founder of Udo's Choice and author of the book Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill, which has sold over 250,000 copies. As an acclaimed author and speaker, Udo has an 8-step process that takes into consideration all other elements of nature and human nature, including physical health, mental health, presence and awareness, life energy, and being in harmony with nature and humanity. Udo's background includes studies in biochemistry, genetics, biology, and nutrition as well as a master's degree in counseling psychology. Learn more about Udo at UdoErasmus.com Download the free digital draft of the brand new Your Body Needs An Oil Change: https://udoerasmus.com/asenseofwellness

On this episode of A SENSe of Wellness podcast, host Susan Greeley, and Spiritual & Human Nature Educator, Udo Erasmus, discuss being versus doing for achieving inner peace. Incorporating daily stillness practice through quieting the mind and body to focus on the present moment can help you feel calmer, more patient, more connected, and may even improve your overall health. More about Udo Erasmus:  Udo Erasmus, founder of Udo's Choice and author of the book Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill, which has sold over 250,000 copies. As an acclaimed author and speaker, Udo has an 8-step process that takes into consideration all other elements of nature and human nature, including physical health, mental health, presence and awareness, life energy, and being in harmony with nature and humanity. Udo's background includes studies in biochemistry, genetics, biology, and nutrition as well as a master's degree in counseling psychology. Learn more about Udo at UdoErasmus.com

On this episode of A SENSe of Wellness podcast, host, Susan Greeley and Karviva Beverage Founder, Angela Zeng, discuss utilizing “superfoods” in your diet to help support your mental health with a personalized approach.  More about Angela Zeng: As the visionary founder of Karviva Beverages, Angela Zeng has revolutionized the wellness beverage industry by marrying the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with cutting-edge nutritional science. With an impressive academic foundation in biochemistry, pathology, and an MBA, Angela's deep-rooted heritage in Traditional Chinese Medicine propelled her to innovate Karviva's celebrated line of whole plant-based prebiotic smoothies, antioxidant juices, and more. Each beverage is crafted to support digestive health, immune system strength, clean protein intake, and sustained energy levels. To try Karviva today and receive a 20% discount, use KARVIVATCM20 at karviva.com

On this episode of A SENSe of Wellness podcast, host, Susan Greeley and Athleticism Performance Coach, Justin Frandson, talk about how our environment of light, sound, frequency and vibration can facilitate healing and performance. More about Justin Frandson: Justin Frandson, is an Athleticism Performance Coach and Founder of, Athleticism.com and EMFRocks.com. He is the author of Athleticism, Whole Body + Whole Brain = Performance.  In his over 25 years, Justin does nerve work for sports performance with amateur and professional athletes in most major sports. He successfully treats concussions quickly. Knowing that everything has a resonance, Justin uses light, sound, frequency and vibration to facilitate healing and performance.  About a decade ago he saw his athletes breaking down from wearable technology and looked to nature to solve this man-made, electricity and EMF challenge. His EMF Rocks Grounding Bags are sold at doctor clinics across the country, The Grounding Bags are the leading natural protection for helping people co-exist with EMF's and get a deeper sleep.

March is National Nutrition Month and this month on the podcast we are focusing on preventing and reversing osteoporosis through our diet. On this episode of A SENSe of Wellness podcast, host Susan Greeley and Dr. John Neustadt, ND, the Founder and President of Nutritional Biochemistry, Inc talk about how consuming the proper nutrients through whole foods can positively impact the biochemistry of your body and reduce osteoporosis risk. More about Dr. John Neustadt, ND: Dr. John Neustadt has an international reputation as a Doctor, researcher, and integrative medical expert. He became renowned in this field through his nutritional medicine research, clinical work, books he wrote, work with the FDA on evaluating the use of natural products for the potential treatment of rare diseases, developing million-dollar businesses, educating physicians on improving patient outcomes and the general public on how to make sure they're getting the care they need and the results they want, and as a medical expert advising businesses on product development. Dr. Neustadt earned his naturopathic medical degree from Bastyr University where he was awarded the Founder's Award for academic and clinical excellence. Dr. Neustadt has published more than 100 medical articles, written four health and wellness books and is now a #1 Amazon Best Selling Author in the field of Osteoporosis. His most recent book is, Fracture-Proof Your Bones: A Comprehensive Guide to Osteoporosis. Dr. Neustadt was also an editor of the textbook, Laboratory Evaluations for Integrative and Functional Medicine, which was used across the United States to train and educate physicians on using functional medicine with their patients.  

February is American Heart Month and eating a balanced diet is one of the best ways to keep our heart healthy. On this episode of A SENSe of Wellness podcast, host, Susan Greeley and Cooking a la Heart co-author, Amy Myrdal Muller, MS, RDN, talk about bringing ease and joy into your diet and the importance of what we put into our bodies for our overall hearth health. More about Amy Myrdal Miller, MS, RDN: Amy Myrdal Miller, is an award-winning dietitian, farmer's daughter, public speaker, author, and president of Farmer's Daughter Consulting, an agriculture, food, and culinary communications firm founded in 2014. During her 27-year career, Amy has worked for Fleishman Hillard, the Rippe Lifestyle Institute, Dole Food Company, the California Walnut Board & Commission, and The Culinary Institute of America. Today, Amy works with a variety of clients across the food system, including seed companies, grower cooperatives, commodity boards, national brands, campus dining operations, and restaurants. Amy is the co-author of Cooking à la Heart: 500 Easy and Delicious Recipes to Help Make Every Meal Heart Healthy, © 2023 Linda Hachfeld and Amy Myrdal Miller, published by The Experiment. Cooking à la Heart is about the joyful, mindful pursuit of great food, enjoyed with people you love in settings that relax and inspire you to do more good things for your health.

On this episode of A SENSe of Wellness podcast, host, Susan Greeley and Charity Miles Founder, Gene Gurkoff, go on a walk and talk about behavior change, motivation, movement, and giving back. The two dive into New Years resolutions and making meaningful changes to improve health wellness, and to help others. They discuss the importance of community for sustaining motivation and the significance of actively giving back. More about Gene Gurkoff Gene Gurkoff is the founder of Charity Miles, an app that enables people to earn money for charity when they walk, run, bike or otherwise get moving. Charity Miles has won several awards, including a Webby for the Best Health & Fitness App and the SXSW People's Choice Award. Gene started Charity Miles in honor of his grandfather who has Parkinson's disease. Follow Gene's social media channels! Twitter and Instagram: @CharityMiles LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gene-gurkoff/, https://www.linkedin.com/company/charity-miles/

  When it comes to exercising to your maximum potential and staying consistent with your weekly weightlifting, running, walking, yoga, or aerobics routine, it's not always easy to stay inspired. One common tool many of us use to get moving is music! In this episode of A SENSe of Wellness, host, Susan Greeley connects with Russel Greene, Founder and CEO of leading fitness music app, FIT Radio. The two speak about combining science and art to curate music intended to motivate, creating effective playlists, the correlation between fitness and music, workout decision fatigue, and more. More about Russel Greene Russell leverages a world of knowledge, experience, and passion from two significant areas of his life – fitness and music. After years of exploring new ways to create a more enjoyable fitness experience while discovering exciting music that ignites passion from within, he launched FIT Radio which has quickly become the go-to music fitness app and leading provider of commercial-free DJ workout mixes. Russell and his team of industry professionals, coaches, and elite trainers are proactive and passionate about providing their clients with an unparalleled workout experience, backed by 1,000s of world-class DJ mixes and specialized fitness programs. Russell believes that “getting the music choice right for one person is a science, but getting the music right for a group of people with very different tastes, well, that's an art.” At FIT Radio, Russell takes a personal and hands-on approach to leading and developing his high-performing team of industry trainers and experts, guided by a strong passion for putting humans over algorithms, phone calls over text messages, and meetings over emails. In addition to being featured on media outlets such as Gadgets & Wearables and SELF Magazine, FIT Radio has become the #1 ranked music and fitness app in the Apple Store.

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in the world, with 1 in 8 women expected to receive a diagnosis in their lifetime. While it is known that lifestyle interventions are effective in preventing this chronic disease, the foods on your plate may be a more powerful tool than you realize. In this episode of A SENSe of Wellness Podcast, host, Susan Greeley connects with Rachel Beller to discuss the role nutrition plays in breast cancer prevention. The two Registered Dietitian Nutritionists dive deep into curating your plate to sustain health and wellbeing and to equip your body to protect itself against breast cancer.  #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth More about Rachel Beller Rachel Beller, MS, RDN, is a registered dietitian nutritionist offering private nutrition counseling and online classes that specialize in weight management and cancer risk reduction. She is the nutrition and media expert for Good Morning America and CNN, a spokesperson for the American Cancer Society, and a three-time best-selling author. Rachel has researched the role of nutrition in breast cancer risk reduction at leading research hospitals, and her signature program, The Beller Nutrition Masterclass, is a simple action plan for weight management and cancer risk reduction using the Beller Method™. You can learn more at bellernutrition.com  

In this episode of A SENSe of Wellness Podcast, host, Susan Greeley connects with Ngo Okafor to discuss common myths about exercise and aging. Ngo addressed topics like our metabolism as we get older, building muscle and burning far as we age, and his recommendations to improve exercise ability and overall health with consistency over time.  More about Ngo Okafor Ngo Okafor is a two-time Golden Gloves boxing champion and Founder/CEO of Iconoclast Fitness, a private training facility on Manhattan's Fifth Avenue where celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Brooke Shields, Chelsea Clinton, Ralph Fiennes, John David Washington, and Danny Meyer get in their workouts. Ngo is also the creator of “28 Days Greater”, a training and nutrition methodology that helps people lose up to 25 pounds in 28 days. A Nigerian immigrant, Ngo came to the United States with no professional network or net worth, but through hard work, mental toughness, and consistency built himself into one of the most sought-after personal trainers in America. After a childhood spent bedridden in Nigeria, Ngo moved to the United States to study computer science at the University of Connecticut. Never one to shy away from difficult tasks (he had his mother photocopy class notes when he was confined to the hospital, so he could keep up with his schoolwork), Ngo took up boxing at the relatively advanced age of 31—and proceeded to win two Golden Gloves National Championship titles back-to-back. Using the same laser-sharp focus, Ngo established his personal training business, creating a model others would envy and earning accolades like the one from New York Post anointing him one of “New York's hottest trainers whipping beautiful people into shape.” Those beautiful people include Naomi Campbell, Julia Roberts, Iman, Kahlana Barfield Brown, and Chanel Iman. Ngo has gained this loyal following by espousing a fitness belief that the mind is the most important muscle a person needs to develop. “The body is a slave to the mind and will do anything the mind tells it to do,” he says. Ngo is frequently quoted in publications as varied as Elle, Oprah Magazine, Men's Health, Women's Health, and Glamour, and is often a guest on television programs like The Today Show, Good Morning America, and Good Day New York. When he's not in the gym, Ngo works with the non-profit he founded, Champion Spirit Foundation, which provides free exercise equipment in Nigeria, for children to learn boxing, as a path to raising their self-esteem. Ngo still models when he can fit it in, having appeared alongside the likes of Gisele Bundchen and Mary J. Blige in magazines such as Vogue, W, V, and WSJ. Despite all this, Ngo says his greatest accomplishment is being a devoted family man. He's a husband and father to two beautiful children, Chioma, 8, and Amara, 4.

We all know that a good night's rest sets you up for success in terms of your health and wellness. Listen to this episode of A SENSe of Wellness Podcast for a deep dive into the science of sleep and its impacts on all other facets of your health and well-being. Host, Susan Greeley, is joined by sleep expert Dr. Michael Grandner. More about Dr. Grandner: Dr. Michael Grandner is an internationally-recognized expert on sleep and health. Through his research, he studies how sleep is an important aspect of health, like diet and exercise. He studies not only what happens to our health when we do not get enough sleep, but also how and why people sleep the way they do in the real world. His work also includes studying poor quality of sleep and sleep disorders, as well as real-world solutions for sleep problems. Current Position Dr. Grandner is Director of the Sleep and Health Research Program at the University of Arizona, Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Medicine in the School of Medicine, Associate Professor of Psychology in the School of Sciences, Associate Professor of Nutritional Sciences at the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and Associate Professor of Clinical Translational Science. He is also Director of the Arizona Behavioral Sleep Medicine Clinic at the Banner--University Medical Center in Tucson, which oversees the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders using non-medication approaches.

In this episode of A SENSe of Wellness Podcast, Host, Susan Greeley, connects with Dr. Juna Bobby to discuss the importance of self care, resilience, and managing stress for overall health and wellbeing. They addressed the role that self-care plays in preventative medicine, the impact of the brain's biology and physiology and how it impacts mental health, the increased levels of anxiety and depression seen among teens, the importance of kids and young adults to understand the functionality of their brains, and even how boys may experience learning and mental health differently than girls in honor of Men's Health Month. More about Dr. Bobby: Juna Bobby, MD, DipABLM, earned her MD at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine. She is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology and Lifestyle Medicine. Juna is a returning guest faculty member and certified clinician for Stress Management and Resiliency Training and Resilient Youth program at the Benson Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine at Harvard Medical School. She is also a faculty member at the Juilliard School Pre-College Division in NYC where she teaches the Science of Resilience for Peak Performance elective.  Juna's passion is to combine neuroscience and evidence backed self-care tools to create science backed digital courses for K-12 which parents and teachers alike can incorporate into their daily lives, and for corporations to foster resilience in the workplace. Juna posts educational videos about sleep on her new Youtube @fallasleepeasy, hosts the MindBodySpace Podcast, is the Resilience Coach for the Valissima Institute, Leads a Teen Lifestyle Medicine Initiative, and launched Wellness Programs at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, Columbia Law School, and has held workshops and given grand rounds at many organizations including MUFG, Edward Jones, Canyon Ranch, Yale Radiology, Mt. Sinai Medical Center, and more.

Did you know that work-related stress causes 120,000 deaths per year in the U.S.? 65% of professionals classify their work as being a very significant or somewhat significant source of stress, and 54% of workers surveyed admit that work stress impacts their home life.   As we say goodbye to April, Stress Awareness Month, and enter May, Mental Health Awareness Month, we wanted to take a deep dive into work-related stress and its impact on health and wellbeing. Host, Susan Greeley had the chance to sit down with Madelaine Claire Weiss, author of Getting to G.R.E.A.T: 5-Step Strategy for Work and Life. Together they uncovered actionable steps to help busy individuals combat stress and burnout while transforming their lives from the inside out.   Susan and Madeline covered topics of burnout across professions and among healthcare providers, work-life equality, and Madelaine's pioneering 5-step strategy for balancing work and life based on science and stories.   More about Madelaine Madelaine Claire Weiss (LICSW, MBA, BCC) is a Harvard trained Licensed Psychotherapist, Mindset Expert, and Board-Certified Executive, Career, Life Coach with an MBA, currently in private practice in Washington, D.C. She is a co-author in the Handbook of Stressful Transitions Across the Lifespan, and bestselling author of “Getting to G.R.E.A.T. 5-Step Strategy for Work and Life.” Madelaine is a former group mental health practice administrative director, a corporate chief organizational development officer, and associate director of the Anatomical Gift Program at Harvard Medical School. She has been featured on NBC, W4WRadio, Fox TV, Talk4TV, has written for Thrive Global, Authority Magazine's Editor's List, CEOWorld Magazine—and led webinars for MedSense, the American Bar Association, Harvard Law School Association, and The International Association of Business Communicators. Her widely well received trainings include Skadden Arps, Vinson & Elkins, Wilkinson Barker, and Cozen O'Connor law firms; Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers, National Association of Realtors, DC Academy of General Dentistry, AARP, Wharton Innovation Summit, and the Bureau of National Affairs.  

According to the CDC, 41.9% of the U.S. population is obese. This common and serious disease is often preventable with a proper diet and exercise regimen. In this episode of A SENSe of Wellness Podcast, host Susan Greeley connects with Dr. Michael Dansinger to discuss preventing and reversing chronic metabolic disease through lifestyle medicine, the keys to sustaining a healthy weight, adhering to important lifestyle practices, and the links between obesity and other chronic diseases.  More about Dr. Michael Dansinger Dr. Dansinger is a nationally-recognized expert in nutrition and lifestyle coaching. He published a well-known clinical trial that compared the effectiveness of 4 popular diets, which demonstrated that there are many effective eating strategies rather than one best diet for everybody.  He is a Member of the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism at Tufts Medical Center, in Boston, where he directs a diabetes reversal program that he founded in 2006. He has been a nutrition, diabetes, and obesity expert for WebMD for more than 15 years, and he led their online diabetes community for 5 years. Dr. Dansinger was also the nutrition doctor for NBC show, The Biggest Loser for over 10 years, and he helped create The Biggest Loser diet and book series.

Did you know that only 12% of people are metabolically fit? In this episode of A SENSe of Wellness Podcast, host, Susan Greeley sits down with Dr. Mindy Pelz to talk about the truth behind fasting and metabolism. If you've ever been curious about the increasingly popular fasting movement, but are unsure if it's right for you, how to start, or how to do it safely, then this episode is for you. Dr. Peltz is a pioneer in the principles of a fasting, lifestyle, diet, variation, detox, hormones, and much more.  

In this episode of A SENSe of Wellness, host Susan Greeley sits down with Andrew Salisbury, founder and CEO of Purity Coffee®, to talk about his quest to not only find but also produce and deliver the “world's healthiest coffee” to consumers while supporting the health of the planet. The two unpack the nutritional makeup of the single most frequently consumed food in the U.S… coffee. This crave-worthy, energizing beverage is the number one source of antioxidants in humans' daily diet globally, making these little beans incredibly powerful in fighting inflammation and oxidative stress, which aids in preventing diseases like liver failure, diabetes, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and cancer. In honor of Heart Month this February, listeners will be happy to learn that coffee drinking has a net positive impact on heart health as well.  Drinking just 1-2 cups of coffee per day have been shown to reduce the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. While sipping your daily coffee for health seems like a no brainer, Susan and Andrew discuss the fact that not all coffee is created equal. They explore the differences between a bad, good, and great cup of coffee for your health and the environment. Listen in for more tips on what to look for to maximize the quality of taste and health in your cup!

Host, Susan Greeley, recently had the opportunity to sit down with Bill Cortright, international best-selling author of several books, including his popular and groundbreaking book, The Stress Response Diet and Lifestyle Program, which sold over 160,000 copies worldwide. Bill teaches audiences about the true widespread impact of stress and how everything is tied to Focus and Stress Mastery.   On A SENSe of Wellness Podcast, Susan and Bill dove into the importance of mastering stress. This can only be accomplished when we first take the time to understand ourselves at a deep and personal level. The two discuss the different brains in the body, the head, heart, and gut, and how misalignment can impact health and wellness. Bill and Susan uncover the importance of getting to the root of health and wellness issues in order to live healthy and fulfilling lives.   For more episodes of A SENSe of Wellness podcast, visit: https://sens.ccphp.net/resources/podcasts/

Host of A SENSe of Wellness Podcast, Susan Greeley, had the opportunity to connect with Al Lyman, coach, athlete, and author of Age Well and Feel Great: The Proven Path to Solving the Aging Puzzle and Going the Distance. Coach Al is an expert in many areas of physiology. Holding the following titles: Iron Man triathlete, certified by USA Triathlon, USA Cycling, and USA Weightlifting (Level 1 Sport Performance Coach) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Functional Movement Screen provider with Functional Movement Systems Certified Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist with Functional Range Systems Certified Barefoot Training Specialist with Evidence Based Fitness Academy Certified Level 1 Fascial Stretch Therapist with Stretch To Win Certified Physical Fitness Specialist with the Cooper Institute for Aerobics Research Certified Hardstyle Russian Kettlebell (HKC) instructor with Dragon Door Certified in Clinical Gait Analysis by Medical Motion, a subsidiary of Sports Motion, Inc. Susan and Al spoke about Al's incredible journey of overcoming fear and trauma by facing it head-on. He used adversities, like being bullied in childhood and witnessing a parent's health decline, as momentum to increase his ambitions and reach his goals. Al speaks about the advice he outlines in his book, which goes far beyond physicality and dives into themes of worthiness, visualizing long-term goals, and facing your inner critic. The two speak about using the power of thought to shape your life and using tactics like “movement snacks” to create healthy habits through consistent, achievable goals. To learn more about Al Lyman, visit: https://pursuitathleticperformance.com/about/ For more episodes of A SENSe of Wellness podcast, visit: https://sens.ccphp.net/resources/podcasts/

In the U.S.today, an estimated 40 million people take advantage of the incredible mental and physical benefits that yoga has to offer. Of these 40 million yogis, only a quarter of them are men (source). This staggering gender disparity is improving, as more and more men feel inclined to reap the health benefits this practice has to offer, but there is still quite a bit of work to be done. In this episode of A SENSe of Wellness, Susan Greeley, MS, RDN, sits down with Jake Panasevich, who is a yoga instructor with over 16 years of experience. Specializing in yoga for men and athletes, he's worked with male professionals on the Philadelphia Eagles, Phillies, and the Philadelphia Union, and he teaches a popular grass-roots men's class in Philadelphia. Jake and Susan address the massive gender gap within this wellness practice, the societal norms and constraints that cause barriers for men practicing yoga, and the profound effect of positive reinforcement on the male psyche. In addition to hearing about the role of yoga in the world of professional athletes, listen as they talk about yoga's positive impact on treating pain and managing stress, weight loss, sleep and mental health, and much more. Learn more about Jake Panasevich here: https://guidetoself.com/ Follow Jake at:@YogawithJake Listen to other podcast episodes: https://ccphp.libsyn.com/

Did you know that using your own breath and breathwork can help to transform your life, improve your health, and create balance in your busy schedule? In this episode of the SENSe of Wellness podcast, host Susan Greeley sits down with Dr. Amit Anand, a Board-Certified Practitioner of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, to discuss the benefits of breathwork on sleep and other wellness pillars. Tune in as they talk about the power of Pranayama and its relevance to recovery from COVID-19 and many other health aspects. Learn more about Dr. Amit Anand: pranayamarx.com Listen to other podcast episodes: ccphp.net/a-sense-of-wellness-podcasts 

While cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death among both men and women, many heart conditions can be prevented through lifestyle changes. In this episode, Susan talks with women's health advocate, Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum, who is a leader in preventive cardiology, author, and founder of Heart-Tech Health, a med-tech innovation to decrease the risk of women's cardiovascular disease. Dr. Steinbaum shares how stress affects our hearts, what are the best ways to manage and mitigate its impact, and how we can proactively take care of our hearts. Enter a giveaway for a chance to win Dr. Steinbaum's Heart Book: Every Woman's Guide to a Heart-Healthy Life: https://woorise.com/ccphp/dr-steinbaums-book-giveaway  Learn more about Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum: drsuzannesteinbaum.com Listen to other podcast episodes: ccphp.net/a-sense-of-wellness-podcasts

Men's Mental Health has been a stigmatized topic for a long time due to society's expectations and beliefs. Podcast guest, Dr. John Schinnerer, an educational psychologist, has dedicated most of his life to distilling the very best of research-based tools and methods to help clients overcome anxiety and anger and move towards a happy, purposeful life. In this conversation, Susan and John discuss the differences in how men and women deal with anxiety and depression, what “man box culture'' is, and key areas men need to focus on to keep healthy, both physically and mentally. The episode is a great resource for anyone who wants to learn to manage negative emotions, build a foundation of awareness, and become successful and happy at work and at home. Learn more about Dr. John Schinnerer: https://guidetoself.com/ Listen to other podcast episodes: ccphp.net/a-sense-of-wellness-podcasts

In this episode, Chef Dr. Mike, interventional cardiologist and professional chef, joins the show to share his expertise in the area of culinary medicine with practical advice and stories to inspire and empower listeners to eat whole, healthy, and delicious foods with love. Tune in to this fun and vibrant conversation with Susan and Chef Dr. Mike as they explore the topic of culinary medicine, including what are ultra-processed foods and how to find healthier alternatives to them, ways to create a healthy immune system from an early age, and the key to finding healthier items in grocery stores. Learn more about Dr. Chef. Mike: https://chefdrmike.com/  Listen to other podcast episodes:ccphp.net/a-sense-of-wellness-podcasts

A large number of studies show that a healthy diet is as important to physical health as it is to mental health. Knowing that, can a healthy diet help combat depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions? In this episode Susan is joined by Dr. Bonnie J Kaplan, co-author of “The Better Brain” and semi-retired research psychologist and Professor at the University of Calgary, to discuss the role of nutrition in mental health. You will hear about the role of nutrients in brain metabolism, how consuming a healthy diet can help combat mental health conditions, what ultra-processed foods do to our brains and bodies, and how to shift away from them and eat more whole foods..  Learn more about Dr. Kaplan: bonniejkaplan.com Listen to other podcast episodes:ccphp.net/a-sense-of-wellness-podcasts

Today's guest, David Gandelman, is Founder of the Meditation School app, Author, and one of the funniest meditation teachers you'll find! In this conversation, you will hear about David's path to personal growth and spirituality, the difference between mindfulness, meditation and energy, and how these practices can help you embrace the present moment and work on self enlightenment. David and Susan discuss what tools and resources can help navigate difficult times and build resilience and a support system.  Learn more about David and Meditation School: meditationschool.us Listen to other podcast episodes: ccphp.net/a-sense-of-wellness-podcasts

Our guest today is a world renowned physician, scientist, and author of “Eat to Beat Disease”, Dr. William Li. In this insightful and fun conversation, Dr. Li and Susan discuss how foods support the body's defense systems to help us heal and prevent disease, as well as eating foods you love that love you back! Dr. Li debunks common food myths and gives listeners the truth about foods that may have been deemed unhealthy but actually have surprising benefits.  Listen to other podcast episodes: https://ccphp.net/a-sense-of-wellness-podcasts/  Sign up for Dr. Li's free masterclass, where he shares wealth of knowledge and research about foods that combat and prevent disease: https://drwilliamli.com/masterclass/ 

In this episode, Susan sat down with Mark Klion, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, who is fellowship trained in sports medicine and dedicated to treating athletic injuries. In this fun, engaging conversation, Mark shares how he decided to pursue orthopedic surgery, why he got a nickname “bone crusher,” and how he finds time to combine his passion for orthopedics with endurance sports endeavors. Mark and Susan discuss the positives and negatives of endurance sports, importance of recovery, and tips on training to avoid injuries as well as easing back into exercise after orthopedic injury or surgery. Visit Mark Klion's website: https://markklionmd.com/ Listen to other podcast episodes: https://ccphp.net/a-sense-of-wellness-podcasts/

Who doesn't want to enjoy delicious meals and keep your body healthy at the same time? In this episode, Susan is joined by nutritionist, cookbook author, and publisher, Mona Dolgov, who lives her lifelong mission of creating “kitchen comfort” through her healthy-delicious recipes. Mona shares tangible tips to incorporate into your own cooking, snack hacks, and other secret weapons to make meals tastier and healthier. Mona walks us through her favorite recipes (all gluten-free!) from her new cookbook SATISFY, which you can recreate in your own kitchen in just under 20 minutes. Get empowered in the kitchen and learn ways to keep cooking fun and satisfying! To learn more about Mona and her new cookbook, visit: monadolgov.com

Have you ever wished you could play a musical instrument? In this episode, Vincent Reina, musician and owner of Music to Your Home, shares the unexpected benefits of playing a musical instrument and dispels the myths about learning an instrument as an adult. Susan and Vincent dive into the four pillars of wellness and discuss how listening to and playing music can boost your fitness, promote good sleep, help with weight management, and help combat stress. In addition, Vincent shares how playing a musical instrument helps to maintain brain function while singing can be helpful for post-COVID recovery.   Learn more about Music to your Home: https://www.musictoyourhome.com/

Self-confidence is imperative for our personal and professional lives, yet many people struggle with it. Today's guest, Karol Ward, LCSW is a confidence-building coach, trained therapist, author, and speaker. In this conversation, Karol and Susan discuss the connection between body and mind and how to better recognize the signals your body is sending you. Karol breaks down the definition of confidence, it's importance for our wellbeing and ways of forming and re-establishing self-confidence and connecting with your own intuition.  Learn more about Karol Ward and receive a free Stress Relief audio download: karolward.com  Listen to other episodes: ccphp.net/sens/podcast 

Today's guest Sally Edwards, a professional athlete and Founder and CEO of Heart Zones, is on a mission to get America fit! From a young age Sally was passionate about sports and athletics, which led her to race professionally and co-found one of the first and now the largest athletic footwear retail stores in the nation, Fleet Feet. This conversation is all about exercise and health, while Susan and Sally discuss how to fit exercise into a busy schedule, the importance of setting fitness goals, and ways to safely exercise and prevent injuries while training. Sally also shares insight on using heart zones safely and effectively for fitness. Hear how Sally took a courageous step of finishing last at Danskin Women's Triathlon Series, and how it encouraged many women to pursue their goals. Listen as Sally hands the mic over to Susan to also share why she decided to do a triathlon and how it has influenced her. Find out more about Sally: https://www.heartzones.com/  Listen to other episodes: ccphp.net/sens/podcast 

Mindfulness and meditation can be powerful tools in coping with stress and anxiety, all while increasing focus and productivity. In this inspirational conversation, Susan is joined by Jon Macaskill, retired Navy SEAL Commander turned meditation teacher. Jon shares his journey into the world of mindfulness and how he transitioned from being a SEAL to teaching meditation. Susan and Jon discuss whether meditation works for everyone and how to begin a daily meditation practice. Learn how time spent on meditation can transform your life for the better, allowing space for calm and clarity. Find out more about Jon: macaskillconsulting.com Listen to other episodes of the podcast: ccphp.net/sens/podcast 

In this episode, neurologist & sleep specialist, Dr. W. Chris Winter, dives deep into the topic of sleep. Hear about the most common misperception about insomnia, the influence of alcohol on sleep, and how we can determine if we are sleeping well. Dr. Winter talks about what sparked his interest in sleep research and shares a story about sleeping in a most surprising place. Learn about Dr. Winter: http://www.cvilleneuroandsleep.com/  Listen to other episodes of the podcast: http://ccphp.net/sens/podcast 

The first thing many people do when they wake up is check their phones. Browsing through your smartphone at the start of each day can make you feel stressed and overwhelmed. This episode is all about digital mindfulness, a practice that enables you to focus and concentrate by eliminating digital distractions and interruptions. In this episode we welcome Christina Crook, a writer, speaker and podcast host in the field of digital well-being. Christina shares how she took a break from the internet for 31 days and what that experience has taught her. She also addresses the impact of technology on our mental health and stress levels. Christina explains what the term JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) means and empowers listeners to take control over their digital health in order to live more mindfully. Susan and Christina discuss several ways to put digital mindfulness into practice, such as setting aside one day a week to unplug and how to clean up your digital space on a regular basis.  Learn more about Christina and the #JOMO method: christinacrook.com Listen to other podcast episodes: ccphp.net/podcast

What are 3 foods to avoid in your daily diet? How does food affect your mental health? In this episode Susan is joined by Dr. Uma Naidoo, Harvard Nutritional Psychiatrist & Best-Selling Author as they discuss the connection between the food we consume & our brain function and how we can implement this knowledge to eat a healthier, more balanced diet. Dr. Naidoo shares her easy go-to recipes, ways to lower anxiety through diet and the power of meal prepping in adopting healthy eating habits.  Learn more about Dr. Naidoo: https://umanaidoomd.com/  Listen to other episodes of the podcast: ccphp.net/podcast/

A relaxing sleep environment is essential for a good night's sleep. In this episode Susan is joined by Julie Wright, the founder of Wesleep and author of The Natural Sleeper. Julie shares how her personal struggle with sleep led her to become a sleep educator and ambassador. Susan and Julie discuss how to create a comfortable sleep environment, such as optimal room temperature for a restful sleep, whether it's a good idea to use sleep tracking devices and how often you should replace your mattress. They also talk about the connection between cognitive behavioral therapy and sleep and how to stay away from sleeping pills by using natural solutions. To learn more about Julie Wright and WeSleep: www.wesleep.co.uk Listen to other episodes of the SENSe of Wellness podcast: ccphp.net/podcast

The Ironman Triathlon held on the Big Island of Hawaii, is the most difficult one-day sporting event in the world. In this episode of the SENSe of Wellness podcast, you will hear from Mark Allen, a six-time Hawaii Ironman Triathlon World Champion. Tune in to learn more about how Mark got interested in triathlon and how he started to find joy in physical activity. Mark shares his experience on quieting the mind during the race and finding motivation to keep going when you are feeling low. Susan and Mark also discuss tips on adjusting training and exercise as we age and why it is so important to prioritize a good night's sleep. To learn more about Mark: https://markallencoaching.com/  Fit Soul - Fit Body: https://www.fitsoul-fitbody.com/  Listen to other podcast episodes: ccphp.net/podcast

In the 6th episode of the podcast you will hear from Stephen Sokoler, CEO and Founder of Journey Meditation, which works on helping people lead healthier, happier lives.  Stephen shares how he found his path to meditation far away from home and how it ultimately led him to start his own company. Susan and Stephen discuss effects of loneliness on our body and mind, how meditation has become more accepted now and what proactive mental health & self-care mean for Stephen. Hear about what helped Stephen with building a virtual team, keeping organization healthy & growing during the past year.  Listen in and leave inspired! To learn more about Journey Meditation, visit: Journey.live Listen to other podcast episodes: ccphp.net/podcast

In this episode Susan is joined by Jennifer Maynard, CEO & Co-founder of Nutrition for Longevity, a farm-to-table meal delivery service to discuss how diet impacts our immune health and gut function, the plant-based eating trend and more. Jennifer shares her tips on adopting healthy eating habits as a family and the importance of keeping the body in balance during COVID and beyond. Learn more about Nutrition for Longevity: https://nutritionforlongevity.com/ Listen to other podcast episodes: https://ccphp.net/podcasts/ 

In this episode Susan talks to Kali Patrick, Sleep Wellness Coach at Journey into Health, about the reasons why people struggle with getting good sleep and what lifestyle habits can contribute to ongoing sleep challenges. They also discuss common questions about sleep: Is napping good or bad for you? What is the best time of the day to exercise for a better good night's sleep?  Listen in and leave inspired! You can learn more about Kali Patrick at https://kalipatrick.com/  Listen to other episodes of the SENSe of Wellness podcast: http://ccphp.net/sens/podcast 

Susan's guest today is Julie Wald, CEO and Co-Founder of Namaste Wellness, who shares how she pivoted her career to corporate wellness after 9/11. Susan and Julie talk about burnout, loneliness during the pandemic, the importance of self-care and how small changes can make a big difference. Listen in and leave inspired! Learn more about Namaste Wellness at https://www.namastewellness.com/  Listen to other episodes of the SENSe of Wellness podcast: http://ccphp.net/sens/podcast.

In this episode of the SENSe of Wellness podcast, Susan is joined by Dr. Antonio Webb, a fellowship - trained spine surgeon, located in San-Antonio, TX. They discuss the importance of exercise for spine health, reasons why walking is so beneficial, and tips to get moving more during the pandemic. Dr. Webb also shares why he chose orthopedic surgery and his daily wellness and gratitude practices.  Listen in and leave inspired! To find Dr. Webb: linktr.ee/antoniowebbmd  Listen to other episodes of the SENSe of Wellness podcast: ccphp.net/sens/podcast 

Welcome to the SENSe of Wellness podcast! In our first episode, host Susan Greeley talks about her background and passion for nutrition science and counseling individuals. She explains the “why” behind this podcast, as well as gives us an overview of the 4 wellness pillars this podcast will cover: sleep, exercise, nutrition, and stress management. Tune in each time to learn more about how making positive lifestyle changes and developing healthy habits improves quality of life and overall well being. Thank you for listening! If you like what you hear, subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. For more information visit our page: ccphp.net