Health Talk With Dr. Diane MD

Doctor Jarret was a successful pediatrician and held leadership roles in his hospital.  He was accused of sexual inappropriate behavior and was arrested, lost his licence, career, reputation, and livelihood.  He was cleared of the charges but the damage was already done.  He had to learn to reinvent himself and relaunch his career and life.  He wrote a book to share how you can do the same. Doctor Jarret's book- Licensed to Live- a primer to rebuilding your life after your career has been shattered. Doctor Jarret's website- www.DoctorJarret.com Dr Diane A. Thompson's website:  www.drdianethompson.com

Dr Dona Cooper is board certified in internal medicine and has a special interest in lifestyle medicine.  She has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. She is also a speaker, author, and host of "Get Healthy with Dr Cooper."  Dr Cooper has had great success in changing the health of her patients.  Listen as she shares simple tips to help you succeed in changing your health. Dr Dona's books:  14 Days to Amazing Health, Get Healthy for Life. Dr Dona may be contacted at DrDonaCooper.com Dr Diane MD may be contacted at DrDianeThompson.com   Disclaimer:  This information is for educational purposes only and is not meant for diagnosis or treatment.  Listening to this program does not establish a patient-doctor relationship.

As a 45- year- old Vegan Bodybuilder and Personal Trainer, Nicole Beckford shares her story of being overweight and unhealthy,  then experiencing tragedy with the sudden death of her husband in a horrible motorcyle accident in Jamaica.  She shares how she had difficulty  coping and explains how she turned her life and health around and used bodybuilding to help deal with her loss.  Competing helped her regain self confidence and self love.  She also shares healthy tips and nutrition secrets.   Nicole Beckford may be reached at https://www.nicolebeckfordfitness.com/.   Dr Diane Thompson may be reached at www.drdianethompson.com   The information is for education and information and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Please speak with your health care provider before making any changes to your health.

Debra Willimas lives in Jamaica and was diagnosed with breast cancer.  Instead of chemotherapy, she opted to change her lifestyle using the NEW START (Nutrition, Exercise, Water, Sunshine, Temperance, Air, Rest, and Trust) program and believes this provided the cure for her cancer.  After learning about healthy lifestyle, Debra then proceeded to study further and recently completed the Naturapthic Doctor program. She now offers counseling and programs to people seeking to learn about the program. In this interview, she shares her experience and expertise.  Debra may be contacted at Life, Health, and Food Ministries http://www.lhfministries.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=featured&Itemid=101.   Dr Diane Thompson may be contacted at www.drdianethompson.com or www.facebook.com/drdianeathompson  Information in this interview is for educational purposes only and is not meant to be diagnosis or treatment.  Check with your personal doctor before making any changes to your health.

In his book 'The Change- Transforming Yourself and Body Into he Person You Want To Be'  author Milan Ross shares his journey from morbid obesity with chronic diseases to fit and healthy using a whole food plant-based diet.  Milan lost over 200 pounds and more than 34 inches off his waist using healthy nutrition and exercise. The change is co-written by Dr. Scot Stoll, a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Lifestyle Medicine.  Milan's website is www.fullflavorvegan.com    Dr. Diane Thompson may be reached at www.drdianethompson.com or www.facebook.com/drdianeathompson

In his newly released book 'No Wonder I'm Fat:  It's Time to Stop The Fat Confusion', author and personal trainer and weight loss coachTodd Cheek helps to demystify the information surronding obesity and gives you solid information to help you finally lose the weight.  Todd's book may be found on Amazon and other book retailers.  Todd may be contacted at https://www.toddcheekcoaching.com/? or by phone at 917-279-0877.   Dr. Diane A. Thompson is a radio host on 1570 AM WIGO in Atlanta and she is double boarded in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Lifestyle Medicine.  She is a certified Health Coach and in Obesity Management.  Dr. Diane A. Thompson, MD may be contacted at www.drdianethompon.com or by email at dr.dianethompson@gmail.com.  

Pastor Terry Gobanga is a Kenyan pastor who is a survivor and she will teach you how you can be too! This pastor was gang-raped, stabbed in her abdomen and left for dead on her wedding day.  29 days after finally getting married, both her and her husband were victims of carbon monoxidee posioning, and tragically he died.  She was shunned by her community, believed to cursed, and told she would never have children.  Fast forward, and today she has survived, thrived, and has a husband and 2 children.  In this powerful interview she will teach how she did it and she will teach you the mindset shift you need to make to accomplish the same.  Dr. Gobanga may be reached at www.terrgobanga.com and on twitter @terrybobanga.  Your host, Dr. Diane A Thompson may be reach at www.drdianethompson.com and www.facebook.com/drdianeathompson and on twitter @drdianemd      

Hugh Rowe is the author of Joesph's Memoir shares the fuel necessary for success.   Hugh Rowe may be contacted at www.hughrowe.com   Dr. Diane A. Thompson may be reached at www.drdianethompson.com or via email at dr.dianethompson@gmail.com

Jonathan Passley is a young entreprenur, a father, and husband.  He was blindsided by a stage 4 cancer diagnosis and shares his experience of thriving despite his cancer diagnsis and why he said he saw his cancer as a blessing.   Jonathan may be reached at  https://pdrwebsolutions.com https://jonathanpassley.com https://twitter.com/jonathanpassley https://www.facebook.com/jonathanpassley   Dr. Diane A. Thompson may be reached at www.drdianethompson.com or dr.dianethompson@gmail.com

Kesmit Williams was born in Jamaica and his early life was influenced by the teachings of his grandmother.  He went on to become a very skilled garde manger chef and has combined motivational teachings with his fruit carvings to help inspire others.  In this episode, Kesmit shares "4 Lessons From a Water Melon."   www.drdianethompson.com www.facebook.com/drdianeathompson

On today's episode, I review tips to help you get back on track with the goals you made this year, and I share heart healthy tips.   www.drdianethompson.com

On January 17, 2016 my dear uncle, Charles Guthrie aka uncle Freddie died suddenly.  My heart was broken, and still is.  Yet I was still able to find both life and health lessons from his passing.  This episode shares some of those lessons with the hope that listeners will take care of themselves.

Did you miss your financial mark in 2015?  Do you want to grow wealth?  Do you want know the wealth secrets of attaining wealth?  Check out excerpts of this interview with Dr. Kimbro.

Was 2015 not all you wanted?  Perhaps you didn't reach all your goals.  Maybe you met them and you want continued success. Well listen to excerpts of interviews with some of our most popular guest to help you have an amazing New Year.

Footprints Foundation and its founder Lorna Owens is on a mission to help decrease infant and maternal mortality. The current initiative is to help educate nurse midwives and obstericians in various countries including Jamaica and Ethiopia.     This is the second conference call about the initiative in Jamaica.  This call will share specific details on the dates (June 22-26), curiculum, and cost.  Please become a part of the movement to serve and pass this audio on to someone so we can make a difference.   www.footprints-foundation.org www.drdianethompson.com

Footprints Foundation and its founder Lorna Owens is on a mission to help decrease infant and maternal mortality. The current initiative is to help educate nurse midwives and obstericians in various countries including Jamaica and Ethiopia.  This represents the first of our many conference calls, she shares the upcoming plan for Jamaica and Ethiopia.  Please become a part of the movement to serve and pass this audio on to someone so we can make a difference.   www.footprints-foundation.org www.drdianethompson.com

Judith Mills CEO and Founder is a Biomedical Scientist graduate of UMDNJ maters program, she is an adjunct professor of Biology and College success Seminar, and brilliant speaker. She shares her love of science to her students and teaching them techniques towards a successful college degree. As a patient herself, she lives life everyday with hope, unwavering faith, and optimism that one day her fight will conclude in a cure for the disease. She fights for the unheard and live for the willing and a woman of exceptional courage, vibrancy, and indestructible determination. Ms. Mills created Butterfly Walkers Inc., as comprehensive non-profit team that has been dedicated to raising funds for lupus since 2003.  Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Please the advice of your health provider before making any changes to your health.

In part 2 of this 2 part interview, motivational speaker and author Ty Howard will inspire and motivate you to make the changes necessary to ensure you have the most successful year yet.   Ty Howard may be reached at www.tyhoward.com   Dr. Diane A. Thompson may be reached at www.drdianethompson.com or facebook.com/drdianeathompson

Motivational Speaker Ty Howard teaches you how to make changes in your life to ensure this is your best year yet.   Ty may be reached at www.tyhoward.com Dr. Diane Thompson may be reached at www.drdianethompson.com

Dr. Steven Lewis received a Ph.D. in exercise physiology from Stanford University in 1977 and is a visiting professor of clinical biomedical science in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton. His book is called "The Ripple Effect: How a Positive Attitude and Caring Community Helped Save My Life."  He was in superb life-long health, until he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, a disease with a survival rate of only 5%. In spite of this, Steven and his wife struggled to achieve and deliberately maintain an extremely positive attitude. This choice started a "ripple effect" that created an exceptionally caring and upbeat community of family, relatives and friends and enabled this community to return even more positive energy to Steven. The story became even more intense when Steven endured a second bout of pancreatic cancer that metastasized to his liver. Surviving a second bout of pancreatic cancer is so rare that no statistics are kept. Today, Steven is cancer free, in excellent health and works out strenuously.  Steven Lewis may be found on face book at https://www.facebook.com/RippleEffectBook/posts/10203150506897233 Dr. Diane A. Thompson may be reached at www.DrDianeThompson.com

Dr. Steven Lewis received a Ph.D. in exercise physiology from Stanford University in 1977 and is a visiting professor of clinical biomedical science in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton. His book is called "The Ripple Effect: How a Positive Attitude and Caring Community Helped Save My Life."  He was in superb life-long health, until he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, a disease with a survival rate of only 5%. In spite of this, Steven and his wife struggled to achieve and deliberately maintain an extremely positive attitude. This choice started a "ripple effect" that created an exceptionally caring and upbeat community of family, relatives and friends and enabled this community to return even more positive energy to Steven. The story became even more intense when Steven endured a second bout of pancreatic cancer that metastasized to his liver. Surviving a second bout of pancreatic cancer is so rare that no statistics are kept. Today, Steven is cancer free, in excellent health and works out strenuously.  Steven Lewis may be found on face book at https://www.facebook.com/RippleEffectBook/posts/10203150506897233 Dr. Diane A. Thompson may be reached at www.DrDianeThompson.com Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Seek the advice of your health care provider before making any changes to your health.

It’s the worst news you ever want to hear. ‘I think you have leukemia’, the young doctor told her. That was August 2013 when Dorothy Vernon Brown was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). As a devoted mother, wife, entrepreneur and serial volunteer it was a kick to the gut. Her treatments have gone well but Dorothy, like many minorities on the donor list, is in DESPERATE need of a stem cell transplant to continue to live and prevent a relapse. Less than 25% of patients who need a stem cell transplant will find a match in their family; regrettably Dorothy is one of these. Her best chance of finding a match is to find a donor from her own ethnic group. She is of Jamaican heritage with a mixed background of Black and Irish.  Dorothy urgently need the help from the Jamaican/West Indian community and young men (women not excluded) between the ages of 17 and 35 to become a donor with OneMatch Stem Cell and Marrow Network (www.OneMatch.ca). This will increase her chances of finding a match. You may contact Dorothy Vernon Brown at www.DonorDrive4Dorothy.org or via Dr. Diane Thompson at www.DrDianeThompson.com Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Seek the help of your health care provider before making any changes to your health.    

Dr. Mark A. Sibley, M.D. He has over 20 years of experience in the ever evolving field of ophthalmology. He is a cataract and laser vision correction expert who specializes in Lasik and Cataract surgery. He is a board-certified ophthalmologist, F.A.C.S., and he is highly trained to perform the advanced operations offered by the Florida Eye Center.  Dr. Sibley is the medical director of Florida Eye Center in St. Petersberg Florida and the team eye doctor for the Tampa Bay Rays.  His website is www.floridaeyecenter.com   In this interview he shares tips to help prevent blindess and restore sight. Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Please seek the advice of your health care provider before making any changes to your health.   Your host is Dr. Diane A. Thompson and she may be contacted at www.DrDianeThompson.com or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/DrDianeAThompson.  

Composer and jazz musician Mark L. Green joins me to help promote exercise and inspire you to good health with his new and awesome song 'America's Let's Exercise.'    Harvard's School of Public Health lists many of the benefits of exericse and they include: Improves your chances of living longer and living healthierImproves your sleep healthPrevents weight gain, promotes weight lossHelps protect you from developing heart disease and stroke Helps protect you from developing certain cancersHelps prevent type 2 diabetes and hleps control your blood sugarHelps prevent bone loss and osteoporosisHelps prevent cognitive declineRelieves symptoms of depression and helps improve your moodImproves heart-lung and muscle fitness Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational puposes and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Please seek the advice of your health care porvider before making any changes to your health.  Also, discuss your plans to begin exercising with your doctor before starting. 

Psychologist, William David Brown Ph.D and sleep expert, Terry Cralle, RN, discussess the health consequences of inadequate sleep and teaches how to improve your sleep health.   For more information, contact www.DrDianeThompson.com or like us on Facebook on www.facebook.com/DrDianeAThompson   The information presented is for educational purposes only and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Seek the advice of health care provider before making any changes to your health.

In part 1 of this 2 part interview, psychologist William David Brown Ph.D, and clinical sleep specialist Terry Cralle, RN, MS, CPHQ discuss the various risk factors of inadequate sleep, teaches the reasons people aren't getting enough sleep, and shares strategies to improve your sleep health.  Do something healthy for yourself and listen to this podcast and share it it with someone else. Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Seek the advice of your health care provider before making any changess to your health.

Do what to learn the tips and strategies to achieve successful lasting weight loss?  Then listen to physician and weight management expert, Dr. Christine Salter in part 2 of this 2 part interview as she shares tips and strageties to achieve weight loss and to keep it off.   Dr. Christine Salter is a family medicine physician who also specializes in holistic medicine and obesity medicine.  She is the medical director for the Center for Vibrant Health and Wellness and may be reached at  www.drsalter.com. For more information on Health Talk with Dr Diane MD, go to www.drdianethompson.com or like on on Facebook at www.facebook.com/DrDianeAThompson Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Seek the advice of your health care provider before making any changes to your health.

Do what to learn the tips and strategies to achieve successful lasting weight loss?  Then listen to physician and weight management expert, Dr. Christine Salter in part 1 of this 2 part interview as she shares tips and strageties to achieve weight loss and to keep it off.   Dr. Christine Salter is a family medicine physician who also specializes in holistic medicine and obesity medicine.  She is the medical director for the Center for Vibrant Health and Wellness and may be reached at  www.drsalter.com. For more information on Health Talk with Dr Diane MD, go to www.drdianethompson.com or like on on Facebook at www.facebook.com/DrDianeAThompson Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Seek the advice of your health care provider before making any changes to your health.    

Listen as David Tabatsky shares the benefits of communicating your way through cancer.   David Tabatsky is a writer, editor, teacher, director and performing artist. He received his BA in Communications and an MA in Theatre Education, both from Adelphi University. He is the coauthor of The Cancer Book: 101 Stories of Courage, Support and Love and editor of Elizabeth Bayer's It's Just a Word, both published by Chicken Soup for the Soul Publishing in 2009. He is the coauthor, with Bruce Kluger, of Dear President Obama: Letters of Hope from Children Across America also published in 2009. David wrote The Boy Behind the Door: How Salomon Kool Escaped the Nazis (2009). With Dr. Mark Banschick, David coauthored The Intelligent Divorce--Books One and Two (2009 and 2010) and The Wright Choice: Your Family's Guide to Healthy Eating, Modern Fitness and Saving Money (2011), with Dr. Randy Wright. David was the consulting editor for Marlo Thomas and her New York Times bestseller The Right Words at the Right Time, Volume 2: Your Turn (2006). He has published two editions of What's Cool Berlin a comic travel guide to Germany's capital, and has written for The Forward, Parenting and Sesame Street Parent, among others. Please visit www.tabatsky.com and www.writeforlife.info.

Ed Forteau is a former medical researcher and marketing liaison with a major pharmaceutical company. His lifelong struggle with his weight has led him to research why people gain and lose weight, and how our lifestyle can improve our health without the use of drugs, fad diets, or extreme exercise programs. Starting with modest changes in activity, and moving to spending as little as 20 minutes a day of dedicated walking, combined with improved nutrition (not dieting), has helped him lose fat, strengthen his heart, and increase his lung capacity. For more information, go to Dr.DianeThompson.com

In part 2 of this 2 part interview, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Fry continues her informative discussion on the truth about beautiful skin to help you learn about attaining healthy, beautiful, and youthful with very little money.  Dr. Fry may be located at www.fryface.com or go to www.dr.dianethompson.com for more information.   Disclaimer:  The information presented is for educational purposes only and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Please seek the advice of your health provider before making any changes to your health.

In part 1 of this informative 2 part inteview, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Fayne Fry shares the truth about skin to help you make informed choices in your quest to attain beautiful, healthy, and youthful skin. For more information checkout Dr. Fye's website at www.Fryface.com or got or www.drdianethompson.com.   Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Please seek the advice of your health provider before making any changes to your health.

Dr. Reiland is a breast surgeon with over 20 years of experience and her practice currently focuses on providing treatments for women dealing with a breast cancer diagnosis.  Her treatments include intra-operative electron radiation therapy as well as oncoplasty.  She graduated from the University of South Dakota School of Medicine and completed a surgical residency at Creighton University.  She is currently the medical direction for the Intraoperative Radiation Therapy Breast Program at Avera McKennan Hospital.  She has also acted as a consultant and has lectured nationally and internationally.    Dr. Reiland may be reached at DrJuliann.com.   Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not meant for diagnosis or treatment.  Seek the help of your health care provider before making any changes to your health.

Judy Pearson is an award wining writer.  A breast cancer diagnosis caused Judy to depart from biographies to write her third book: It’s Just Hair: 20 Essential Life Lessons. A 2012 International Book Award finalist, the book is the first in a series of three, all involving lessons designed to help readers infuse their journey through life with courage and humor.  She also co-founded the Women Survivors Alliance, an organization aimed at transforming survivorship from mood into a movement by empowering, educating, and connecting women whose lives have been touched by cancer. The founder of Courage Concepts, an organization that cultivates courage in women, Pearson provides workshops and keynotes for corporations and organizations.  Judy’s websites:  http://www.courageconcepts.com http://www.womensurvivorsalliance.com Health Talk with Dr Diane MD website:  www.drdianethompson.com  

Dr. Sandy Goldberg is the on air nutritionist for NBC Chicago's 'Food for Thought.'  She is a breast cancer survivor and formed 'A Silver Lining Foundation' to help women afford and access breast cancer care and treatments.  She may be contacted at www.asilverliningfoundation.org.

Listen to part 2 of this interview as Dr. Waldman teaches ways to help decrease breast cancer recurrence using nutrition.   Dr. Helayne Waldman, ED.D., M.S., CNE, is a holistic health educator who specializes  in providing nutritional support for those with breast cancer.  Helayne received  her doctorate from the University of San Francisco, her Master’s Degree from  the University of Albany, and her certificate in holistic nutrition (750 hours of study) at Bauman College of Holistic Nutrition.  She’s spent the past seven years teaching her clients, her students and the general public about the importance of healthy eating with passion and flair, and recently completed (with Dr. Ed Bauman) the long awaited Whole Food Guide for Breast Cancer Survivors, a guide to living well before and after a cancer diagnosis  Dr. Waldman has been teaching for over 25 years — at San Francisco State University, Mills College, St. Mary’s College, Helskinki School of Economics and Business Administration and at Bauman College. She is currently an adjunct faculty member at John F. Kennedy University. www.drdianethompson.com

Have you been diagnosed with breast cancer?  Are you a breast cancer survivor and are seeking to prevent recurrence? Are you looking for ways to help decrease your risks of breast cancer?  Then this show is for you.  Listen as Dr. Waldman discusses ways to use nutrition to decrease you risk of breast cancer recurrence. Dr. Helayne Waldman, ED.D., M.S., CNE, is a holistic health educator who specializes  in providing nutritional support for those with breast cancer.  Helayne received  her doctorate from the University of San Francisco, her Master’s Degree from  the University of Albany, and her certificate in holistic nutrition (750 hours of study) at Bauman College of Holistic Nutrition.  She’s spent the past seven years teaching her clients, her students and the general public about the importance of healthy eating with passion and flair, and recently completed (with Dr. Ed Bauman) the long awaited Whole Food Guide for Breast Cancer Survivors, a guide to living well before and after a cancer diagnosis  Dr. Waldman has been teaching for over 25 years — at San Francisco State University, Mills College, St. Mary’s College, Helskinki School of Economics and Business Administration and at Bauman College. She is currently an adjunct faculty member at John F. Kennedy University. www.drdianethompson.com

Ivett Jackson was raised in poverty in Jamaica, suffered childhood sexual molestation at the hands of her step father, had an abusive marriage, had a near death experience, and was diagnosed with breast cancer.  She dusted herself off, at the age of 56 became a successful model, actress, and author. In this part 2 of this interview, Ivett teaches the steps she took to get herself from where she was to the person she has become.   Disclaimer:  The information presented is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not meant for diagnosis or treatment.  Please seek the advice of your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health.

Ivett Jackson was raised in poverty in Jamaica, suffered childhood sexual molestation at the hands of her step father, had an abusive marriage, had a near death experience, and was diagnosed with breast cancer.  She dusted herself off, at the age of 56 became a successful model, actress, and author. In this interview, Ivett teaches the steps she took to get herself from where she was to the person she has become.   Disclaimer:  The information presented is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not meant for diagnosis or treatment.  Please seek the advice of your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health.

Hannah Martinez is a mental health profession and president of one of the branches of the National Alliance on Mental Illness.  She discusses ways to help stop the stigma associated with mental illness.   Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intented for diagnosis or treatment. Please seek the advice of your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health.

Rusty Gregory is an author and fitness professional with many years of expericence.  He is also a Certified Wellness Coach (CWC), via a Wellcoaches certification.   In this conversation, Rusty will help you make lasting behavioral changes that will lead you to become your best and healthiest self. In the discussion of his book, Rusty drew upon his experiences as a personal fitness trainer and wellness coach as well as his formal training and certifications in both fields of study. His extensive academic background has influenced the writing of his books and given him the tools to train people in a way that enhances their lives through health, fitness and wellness.   Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes and is not meant for diagnosis or treatment.  Please seek the advice of your healthcare professional before making any changes to your health.

Dr. Marc Richman is a Board Certified Urologist and an Expert in Men's Sexual Health.  He has over 10 years of experience and is the co-founder of Obsidian Men's Health located in Virginia.  In today's episode he will discuss details of  Testosterone Deficiency Syndrome, including what it is, the signs and symptoms, and the treatment. His website is www.obsidianmenshealth.com.   Disclaimer:  The information presented is for educational purposes only and is not mean for diagnosis or treatment.  Seek the advice of your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health. For more about Dr. Diane A. Thompson, please go to www.drdianethompson.com.

Listen to a portion of my live broadcast on 'Atlanta's Incredible Radio' 1570 AM WIGO aired on July 3rd, which featured safety tips for summer in general, but particularly for the July 4th holiday.   Listen for safety tips on food handling and prevention of food poisoning, drowning prevention, fireworks safety/injury prevention and more.  Your health is your wealth, and with these tips you can help to keep yourself safe this July 4th holiday as well as during the summer season.   Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational and informational purposes only and is not meant for diagnosis or treatment.  Please seek the advice of your health care provider before making any changes to your health.

Dr. Marc Richman is a board certified urologist and expert on men's sexual health.  He is a member of the American Urologic Association and has over 10 years of experience.   He is the co-founder of Obsidian Men's Health and more information may be found at www.obsidianmenshealth.com    In this episode he defines erectile dysfunction (ED), talks about risk factors, and shares information about current treatment.   Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational and entertainment puproses and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Please seek the advise of your health care provider before making any changes to your health

Erica Goodridge is a top-rated professional speaker, Christian/Life Coach and ONE OF THE INDUSTRY’S LEADING EXPERTS in leadership development, relationship building and mindset. Using her talents as an author, professional speaker, certified coach, special educator and certified education administrator, Erica delivers customized high-energy presentations that creatively present insight with real world strategies and solutions. Erica Goodridge has the passion, energy and credentials needed to speak to leaders and organizations. With a bachelor’s degree in psychology, and a master’s degree in education majoring in administration and supervision, Erica has been a well-known and trusted educator and professional trainer for more than 13 years. Erica has inspired many people to build longer-lasting, healthier relationships, strengthen their leadership skills and become more profitable and successful than they ever thought possible Erica Goodridge has been a workshop presenter and seminartrainer to many educators, woman organizations and leadershi teams. Her ability to tackle the toughest issues, coupled with her first-hand experience, will leave your organization with a renew sense of commitment to lead by example and with passion. Erica’s passion is to impact change by impacting others to be the change and live consciously everyday.

Erica Goodridge is a top-rated professional speaker, Christian/Life Coach and ONE OF THE INDUSTRY’S LEADING EXPERTS in leadership development, relationship building and mindset. Using her talents as an author, professional speaker, certified coach, special educator and certified education administrator, Erica delivers customized high-energy presentations that creatively present insight with real world strategies and solutions. Erica Goodridge has the passion, energy and credentials needed to speak to leaders and organizations. With a bachelor’s degree in psychology, and a master’s degree in education majoring in administration and supervision, Erica has been a well-known and trusted educator and professional trainer for more than 13 years. Erica has inspired many people to build longer-lasting, healthier relationships, strengthen their leadership skills and become more profitable and successful than they ever thought possible. Erica Goodridge has been a workshop presenter and seminar trainer to many educators, woman organizations and leadership teams. Her ability to tackle the toughest issues, coupled with her first-hand experience, will leave your organization with a renewed sense of commitment to lead by example and with passion. Erica’s passion is to impact change by impacting others to be the change and live consciously everyday.

Have you been struggling with your weight for sometime now and feel as if you have ran out of options?  Are you contemplating Bariatric Surgery but you are unsure of what to expect.  Listens to this interview and learn from the experience of this wife, mother of 3, Registered Nurse, certified Hip Hop Hustle instructor, author, and bariatric surgery patient, Robanne Robin. Robanne has battled eating disorders all of her life including childhood obesity, anorexia, bulimia, and morbid obesity as an adult. At age 37 Robanne was facing major health issues including high blood pressure and diabetes. After two trips to the ER with a pulse over 200 she knew she had to make some serious lifestyle changes, or risk continued health problems. On August 4, 2009, Robanne had lap-roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery and has since lost half of her body weight. She has gone from weighing 300 pounds to 150. After almost giving up on herself, Robanne sought medical help that has saved her life. Through seeking help and putting in the hard work to make major lifestyle changes, she has turned a lifelong struggle with weight and eating disorders into a platform to motivate and inspire others. She now lives an active lifestyle and has launched books and inspirational projects. Robanne works with bariatric patients to motivate them to be successful.

This is part 2 of a 2 part interview Chauncey "The Trainer" is a fitness professional who has always been involved in his community. In the last few years, his focus has been on the health of the people within the Baltimore community. He spent three years working for the YMCA of Central Maryland as a fitness coordinator developing and implementing fitness programs for the members.  Chauncey's effort to bring an awareness of health and wellness to the Baltimore community has been documented by the Baltimore Sun (Coming through at crunch time, by Phillip McGowan, December 19, 2004) and the Baltimore Afro American (Druid Hill YMCA fitness instructor Attempts Guinness record, by H. Allen Hurst). Chauncey appears as a fitness guest on local radio and television programs, conducts university workshops and wellness symposiums. In the fall of 2006, he participated in The Tavis Smiley Group Presents the Road to Health Tour.  In the recent months, Chauncey and his "fitness mother," Ms. Ernestine Shepherd- the Guiness Book record holder for the oldest female body builder, have organzied monthly walks in Druid Hill Park in Baltimore with a goal to improve the health and fitness level of the community.   You may contact Chauncey "The Trainer" at www.cdwhealthandwellness.com   Disclaimer:  The information presented is for educational purposes only and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Seek the advice of your health care provider before making any changes to your health.

Chauncey "The Trainer" is a fitness professional who has always been involved in his community. In the last few years, his focus has been on the health of the people within the Baltimore community. He spent three years working for the YMCA of Central Maryland as a fitness coordinator developing and implementing fitness programs for the members.  Chauncey's effort to bring an awareness of health and wellness to the Baltimore community has been documented by the Baltimore Sun (Coming through at crunch time, by Phillip McGowan, December 19, 2004) and the Baltimore Afro American (Druid Hill YMCA fitness instructor Attempts Guinness record, by H. Allen Hurst). Chauncey appears as a fitness guest on local radio and television programs, conducts university workshops and wellness symposiums. In the fall of 2006, he participated in The Tavis Smiley Group Presents the Road to Health Tour.  In the recent months, Chauncey and his "fitness mother," Ms. Ernestine Shepherd- the Guiness Book record holder for the oldest female body builder, have organzied monthly walks in Druid Hill Park in Baltimore with a goal to improve the health and fitness level of the community   You may contact Chauncey "The Trainer" at www.cdwhealthandwellness.com   Disclaimer:  The information presented is for educational purposes only and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Seek the advice of your health care provider before making any changes to your health.

Dr. Terry Wahls Ted Ex talk about her journey with multiple sclerosis has over 1.6 million downloads on YouTube. She is a clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa where she teaches internal medicine residents, sees patients in a traumatic brain injury clinic, and conducts clinical trials. She is also a patient with a chronic progressive neurological disorder, secondary progressive multiple sclerosis, which confined her to a tilt-recline wheelchair for four years. But thanks to the power of the Wahls Protocol™, which is based on functional medicine and the Wahls Paleo™ diet, Dr. Wahls restored her health and now pedals her bike five miles to work each day.   On part 2 of this 2 part episode, she discusses the details of the dietary and lifestyle adjustments that completely changed her health and life. Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Please seek the advice of your health care provider before making any changes to your health. Dr. Terry Wahls may be contacted at www.terrywahls.com Dr. Diane Thompson may be contacted at www.drdianethompson.com

Dr. Terry Wahls Ted Ex talk about her journey with multiple sclerosis has over 1.6 million downloads on YouTube. She is a clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa where she teaches internal medicine residents, sees patients in a traumatic brain injury clinic, and conducts clinical trials. She is also a patient with a chronic progressive neurological disorder, secondary progressive multiple sclerosis, which confined her to a tilt-recline wheelchair for four years. But thanks to the power of the Wahls Protocol™, which is based on functional medicine and the Wahls Paleo™ diet, Dr. Wahls restored her health and now pedals her bike five miles to work each day.   On part 1 of this 2 part episode, she discusses her diagnosis with multiple sclerosis and how she found her new way of living that completely changed her health and life.   Disclaimer:  The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.  Please seek the advice of your health care provider before making any changes to your health.   Dr. Terry Wahls may be contacted at www.terrywahls.com Dr. Diane Thompson may be contacted at www.drdianethompson.com