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Being an expert witness encompasses a wide range of responsibilities and perspectives. Here to discuss some key issues are LNC Pat Iyer, host of this show, and physician and expert Amy Fogelman. We stressed the importance of efficiency in a number of areas. A primary one is the it's essential for an expert to take responsibility for keeping track of cases. The case that it's at the top of your mind may not even be hovering in a lawyer's awareness. Their paralegals are doing their best to keep things organized. It's up to you to save yourself from surprises like, “Remember that case? It's going to court next week.” This kind of efficiency extends to your communications with clients and potential clients. Always reach out to a prospect as quickly as you can and set up systems to assure a smooth flow of discussion and understanding of your policies. Also, be very clear on what kind of work you do. Staying in your lane is essential for an expert. If you take on something out of your area of expertise, it will reflect negatively on your record. Be meticulous about billing. Don't allow a client to accrue a big bill and be as honest as you can in terms of estimating expenses. Overall, Pat and Amy clearly expressed their shared principles of integrity in the performance of their work. When integrity guides you, your chances of success are much higher than those of less dedicated practitioners. Top Mistakes Expert Witnesses Make and How to Avoid Them Why should you never count on an attorney to remember case scheduling?                                                                                                                   What is the importance of knowing the chain of command in a legal officer? Why do you need an efficient system in place to assure your ability to get back to potential clients as soon as soon as possible? Why is it important not to stray out of your area of expertise? What are some big mistakes you can make in the bill collections department? Listen to our podcasts or watch them using our app, Expert.edu, available at legalnursebusiness.com/expertedu. Get the free transcripts and also learn about other ways to subscribe. Go to Legal Nurse Podcasts subscribe options by using this short link: http://LNC.tips/subscribepodcast. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-QN3gCWDdQ Strategies to Attract Attorney Clients & Grow Your LNC Business Are you finding it tough to attract more attorney clients? You are not alone! Join us for the 11th LNC SUCCESS® 3-DAY ONLINE CONFERENCE on February 27-28 and March 1, 2025! It's a chance to learn how to overcome common challenges and gain the skills you need to succeed in legal nurse consulting. Connect with industry experts who will share practical strategies for standing out, building strong relationships with attorneys, and effectively presenting your value. No matter your experience level, this conference will empower you to discover fresh opportunities and advance your business. What to Expect Expert-Led Sessions: Engage with sessions led by top industry professionals. Interactive Workshops: Participate in hands-on workshops designed to enhance your consulting skills. Networking Opportunities: Build lasting connections with peers and potential clients. Resource Materials: Receive exclusive materials that will support your ongoing professional development. Don't miss this chance to make a real impact on your business. Register Today Secure your spot at the 11th LNC SUCCESS® 3-Day Online Conference on February 27-28 and March 1, 2025, and take your first step toward becoming a leading legal nurse consultant! We look forward to welcoming you to this pivotal event in February 2025! Your Presenter for Top Mistakes Expert Witnesses Make and How to Avoid Them - Amy Fogelman Amy G. Fogelman, MD, is a Board-Certified Internist with 20 years of clinical experien...

This video features a panel discussion with three esteemed professionals from Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, discussing the importance of breast cancer screening for women veterans. Dr. Sarada Deshpande, Board Certified Internist and Women's Health Medical Director, Chasitie Levesque, Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, and Asya Brodsky, LCSW and Women Veteran Program Manager, share insights on the growing women veteran population, the healthcare services available to them, and how the VA is expanding its breast cancer screening efforts. Learn how women veterans can access comprehensive care, including screenings, mental health services, and reproductive care.

It's easy to feel drowned out, overlooked, or even silenced amidst the clamor of opinions and power plays. But what if, amid this chaos, we dared to pause and embrace a far reaching act—the profound power of listening? Imagine a world where instead of engaging in heated debates, we develop genuine, attentive listening. Not merely hearing words, but understanding the deeper nuances of human interaction and connection, even when on the surface, it seems to be only about the money.  My guest on your SUPERPOWER listening podcast, Peter Yaholkovsky, has an extensive background in the linguistic foundations of trust and communication, having studied and worked with Dr. Fernando Flores since the 1980's and being certified by the Strozzi Institute as a Master Somatic Coach. Over the past three decades, Peter has coached families and executive teams in building and restoring trust. Prior to his consulting career,  Peter practiced Internal Medicine as a Board Certified Internist after graduating from Stanford University and UC Davis Medical School. His recently published book, Listening for Candor, illuminates a path for trust conversations by building a shared sense of what matters. Looking back, he sees the through-line is communication -- wrapping around trust as trust wraps around 'what really matters' -- which comes down to commitment and responsibility. He shares examples about how to deal with what matters to you, me, and us together. The question is: how do we build a ‘we' with substance?  In this episode, Peter shares how to pause and truly listen, recognizing what truly matters so that “we” can move forward and work together towards shared goals. . "Possibilities start taking shape, all built from what matters and what's important to pay attention to." - Peter Yaholkovsky  SUPERPOWER Notes: 02:25 - That moment he noticed the power of listening: In the early eighties when I became engaged with what communication is and the various commitments we make in speaking. 11:38 - What he would tell his younger self now as a medical practitioner back then. 17:18 - How listening interplays with power: Always listen for what matters. 26:16 - Consciously designing conversations: It is helpful to understand the difference between a statement of facts and an interpretation. 28:32 - How to argue with opinions: Find a way to move together into the future. 33:57 - Getting your voice heard amidst power plays: Get everybody lined up with what matters. 37:57 - Big difference between operational versus personal relationship 44:09 - Peter's inspiration to write his book, Listening for Candor 52:21 - Where you can get a copy of 'Listening for Candor' Key Takeaways: "Listening is not like an algorithm. It is a discovery of information that then makes a decision going this way or that." - Peter Yaholkovsky "Listening is connecting with the world,…the aspirations, the possibilities, the constraints of the other, and moving together to orient them for going forward." - Peter Yaholkovsky "When listening, I'm looking at the interplay of relationships, concerns, engagement, commitment, and what's the underlying overlying big deal, hardly ever spoken -- trust." - Peter Yaholkovsky "If you're listening for what matters and what matters is I protect myself, or what matters is I'm right. That's not headed for building trust." - Peter Yaholkovsky "Listening is not just receiving information. Listening is an engagement with the intention of another." - Peter Yaholkovsky Notes/Mentions: Listening for Candor: Building Trust in Relationships that Matter by Peter Yaholkovsky: https://www.amazon.com/Listening-Candor-Building-Relationships-Matter-ebook/ Connect with Peter Yaholkovsky: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-yaholkovsky/ Website: https://www.peter-yaholkovsky.com/   Connect with Raquel Ark:   www.listeningalchemy.com Mobile: + 491732340722 contact@listeningalchemy.com  LinkedIn Podcast email: listeningsuperpower@gmail.com

Our minds and bodies are linked even more closely than we may realize. Our mental state has an impact on our physical wellness (or illness)—and by tapping into that mind-body link, we can intentionally influence how we feel. This week, Dr. Sandi dives into the power and potential of the gut-brain connection with Board-Certified Internist and Functional Medicine expert Dr. Vincent Pedre. As a competitive, high-achieving medical student, Dr. Pedre's discovery of mind-body techniques like meditation and yoga allowed him to soothe his vagus nerve and cultivate a sense of calm that actually promoted healing in his body. To him, it seemed obvious that the gut-brain connection was a critical component of wellness, and his experiences transformed the way he approached his medical practice.

This is Part 2 of a 2-Part Series: Peter Yaholkovsky and his partner in life, Sue Staker, Boomers, join Yo to discuss Peter's book, Listening for Candor: Building Trust in Relationships that Matter, which illuminates a path for trust conversations by starting with a shared sense of what matters. Peter has an extensive background in the linguistic foundations of trust and communication, having studied and worked with Dr. Fernando Flores since the 1980's and being certified by the Strozzi Institute as a Master Somatic Coach. Over the past three decades, Peter has coached families and executive teams in building and restoring trust. In addition to being life partners for 25 years, Peter and Sue worked together as part of the Williams Group team to bring trust building skills to wealthy families. Here are the topics we covered in this 2-part series:       What is candor and how can it build trust with others?        What is the role that emotionality and intention play in relationships?    How does trust differ in personal and professional settings?    What does power have to do with listening with candor?       What elements need to be present to “save” a relationship and when to let it go? Here are the three takeaways from the series: 1.   The “truth” of Candor is sincerity about one's intention and care—about ‘what matters'—a departure from speaking “honestly” or being “right” about the past. 2.   Sincere engagement is to want to understand another more fully. 3.   Vulnerability to a power differential can wreak havoc in conversations when “what matters” is protecting oneself from the risks of engagement.  As Mentioned:  Peter's book: Listening for Candor: Building Trust in Relationships that Matter   The Williams Group: https://www.thewilliamsgroup.org/ Dr. Fernando Flores: ⁠https://conversationsforaction.com/fernando-flores⁠ Strozzi Institute: ⁠https://strozziinstitute.com/   More About Peter & Sue: Prior to his consulting career, Peter practiced Internal Medicine as a Board Certified Internist after graduating from Stanford University and UC Davis Medical School. Sue has done executive coaching for some 20 years.   How to Reach Peter & Sue: The contact link at peter-yaholkovsky.com (Website) How to Reach Yo Canny:   Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We'd love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)   YouTube   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

Peter Yaholkovsky and his partner in life, Sue Staker, Boomers, join Yo to discuss Peter's book, Listening for Candor: Building Trust in Relationships that Matter, which illuminates a path for trust conversations by starting with a shared sense of what matters. Peter has an extensive background in the linguistic foundations of trust and communication, having studied and worked with Dr. Fernando Flores since the 1980's and being certified by the Strozzi Institute as a Master Somatic Coach. Over the past three decades, Peter has coached families and executive teams in building and restoring trust. In addition to being life partners for 25 years, Peter and Sue worked together as part of the Williams Group team to bring trust building skills to wealthy families. Topics covered in this 2-part series:     What is candor and how can it build trust with others?      What is the role that emotionality and intention play in relationships?   How does trust differ in personal and professional settings?     What does power have to do with listening with candor?          What elements need to be present to “save” a relationship and when to let it go? 3 takeaways from the series: The “truth” of Candor is sincerity about one's intention and care—about ‘what matters'—a departure from speaking “honestly” or being “right” about the past. Sincere engagement is to want to understand another more fully.    Vulnerability to a power differential can wreak havoc in conversations when “what matters” is protecting oneself from the risks of engagement. As Mentioned: Peter's book: ⁠⁠Listening for Candor: Building Trust in Relationships that Matter⁠⁠   The Williams Group: ⁠⁠https://www.thewilliamsgroup.org/⁠⁠ Dr. Fernando Flores: ⁠https://conversationsforaction.com/fernando-flores⁠ Strozzi Institute: ⁠https://strozziinstitute.com/⁠ More About Peter & Sue:  Prior to his consulting career, Peter practiced Internal Medicine as a Board Certified Internist after graduating from Stanford University and UC Davis Medical School. Sue has done executive coaching for some 20 years. How to Reach Peter & Sue: The contact link at peter-yaholkovsky.com (Website) How to Reach Yo Canny: Our website: ⁠⁠www.girltaketheleadpod.com ⁠⁠ You can send a message or voicemail there. We'd love to hear from you!   email: ⁠⁠yo@yocanny.com⁠⁠ (Yo)  FB group: Girl, Take the Lead ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share⁠⁠  IG: yocanny (Yo) ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/⁠

Happy New Year!!! We have a packed episode today with the great Dr. Drew! Dr. Drew Pinsky is an Addiction Specialist, Board Certified Internist, and today we dive deep into the science behind habit building, overeating, food addiction and share a whole host of wonderful tips to help you start the New Year off on the right foot! You can't afford to miss this one! Building a proper diet can be confusing! Let our V Shred Certified Coaches create a customized meal plan suited to your needs. Discover more by clicking here ⇒ https://vshred.fit/4C8 Special Guest: Dr. Drew.

I'm so excited to have my amazing friend Dr. Alexea back on the show! She's a board certified internist, breast cancer thriver and a true beacon of light in our community. This episode is part of my special series, “Your Voice, Your Health.” and is designed to teach us all about step therapy.  Dr. Alexea shares her honest and first hand experience with step therapy as both a physician and a breast cancer survivor, as well as tactical ways to overcome these very frustrating obstacles. Thank you to Amgen and Merck for making this episode possible!

What is the connection between blood sugar and obesity? Dr. Rentea, an obesity specialist with board certification, joins the Plus SideZ to explore the signs and symptoms of impaired blood sugar control in the body. She elaborates on the diagnostic tests that physicians use to identify these problems. Dr. Rentea is organizing a class to teach you strategies for blood sugar management and diabetes prevention.Blood Sugar Mastermind - get $25 off! https://www.renteaclinic.com/offers/2...Matthea Rentea, MD is Board Certified Internist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She has 10 years of experience as a primary care physician and weight-loss specialist. She owns and operates the Rentea Metabolic Clinic, a Telehealth clinic for Indiana and Illinois residents that provides comprehensive weight management. She takes a dual medical and behavioral evidence-based approach to helping her patients. She is the host of the podcast The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MD. Connect with Dr.Rentea on social:Website: www.RenteaClinic.comPodcast: The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MD TikTok: MattheaRenteaMDIG: MattheaRenteaMDSupport the showKim Carlos @DMFKimonMounjaro on TikTokJernine Trott @TheeJernine on TikTokKat Carter @KatCarter7 on TikTokLydia Roberts @mounjaro_GLP_Help on TikTok

Barry Krakow, MD is a board-certified internist and sleep medicine specialist, internationally recognized for the discovery and implementation of the most advanced approaches to solving the disabling sleep problems experienced in mental illness. His new book, Life Saving Sleep: New Horizons in Mental Health Treatment opens up a revolutionary system for treating mental health disorders by targeting the underlying sleep dysfunction. His work appears in leading scientific journals such as The Lancet, JAMA and the American Journal of Psychiatry. His TEDx talk on insomnia has gained three-quarters of a million views and is the most popular discourse by a practicing clinical sleep medicine specialist. In the past 20 years, he has been interviewed or appeared on hundreds of media outlets, including feature presentations on ABC 20/20 and ABC Prime Time as well as featured works in Time Magazine and The New Yorker.His fifth book on sleep tackles the complex array of disorders, particularly nightmares, insomnia and sleep apnea that frequently fall under the radar of most practicing mental health professionals. Sleaping into the breach where the mental health community continually falls short with its robotic reliance on psychotherapy or prescription pad, Dr. Krakow's ground-breaking discoveries offer numerous, advanced psychological and physiological non-drug treatments to heal and often cure sleep problems in those afflicted with mental illness.Dr. Krakow's sleep quest introduced him personally to every form of sleep treatment (except sleeping pills); and, in this journey he discovered, learned, and tested each of these therapies that he now uses with all his patients and clients. For 30 years, he has interacted with mental health professionals to teach and show them how sleep disorders' treatment improves and sometimes cures mental illness. Dr. Krakow is currently the Sleep Medicine Director of the Gateway Behavior Health Psychiatry Residency Training program in Savannah, GA, the first ever sleep training curriculum to directly teach new psychiatrists how to treat sleep disorders without medication.Unfortunately, this cutting edge work remains largely under the radar among many types of healthcare professionals including psychologists and therapists. In a nutshell, far too much energy pushes the myth that counting sleep, if not sheep, is the be-all, end-all, instead addressing the crucial role of physiological sleep quality. Live Saving Sleep proves indisputably that sleep quality trumps sleep quantity.Dr. Krakow is an articulate, engaging, and humorous speaker with a gift for conversation that he applies regularly in caring for his troubled and oft-times desperate patients. Making connections is the key to patient care, and Dr. Krakow will connect to your audience with riveting stories where lives were transformed by proper treatment for the sleep disorders they suffered from for decades. And, he will supply the facts and how-to information to help your audience gain confidence in addressing their own or their family or friends' sleep problems. No one will be put to sleep by this encounter…until the head hits the pillow.www.barrykrakowmd.comfastasleep.substack.com

Dr. Vincent M. Pedre, Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and President of Dr. Pedre Wellness, is a Board-Certified Internist in private practice in New York City since 2004. His philosophy and practices are a blend of both Western and Eastern medical traditions. He is a Clinical Instructor in Medicine at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, as well as certified in yoga and Medical Acupuncture. His unique combination of medicine is best described as integrative or defined by a functional, systems-based approach to health. With his holistic understanding of both sides of the equation, he can help each patient choose the best course of action for their ailments to provide both immediate and long-term relief. His holistic approach incorporates positive, preventative health and wellness lifestyle choices. Dr. Pedre Wellness is a growing wellness platform offering health-enhancing programs, along with informative social media and lifestyle products, such as dietary supplements, books and weight loss programs.   Dr. Pedre is a sought-after speaker and writer on sustainable health, prevention, and integrative and functional medicine. His expertise and informative commentator style has taken him beyond the boundaries of his private practice to appearances on the Martha Stewart Show, where he presented a segment on “The Top Medical Screening Tests” everyone should have, and to features on Sirius XM Radio's “Doctor Radio” show, interviews on “The Gary Null Show” on Progressive Radio Networks, and guest blogs on Ecomii and Yahoo! Green, Yahoo!'s leading wellness blog platform. He is also an activist on the issue of hydraulic fracturing for natural gas extraction and its potential impacts on public health and the environment, including water contamination and air pollution.

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Weight loss medicine, like GLP-1s or Ozempic, is making headlines lately, and for good reason. They are a great tool to help those struggling with weight loss. I'm joined by Dr. Matthea Rentea, an obesity medicine specialist, to talk about weight loss medication, working with your medical team, and how this type of medication actually works.   Weight Loss Medications Help By You can tell when you've had enough to eat You don't constantly think about food You can implement behavior changes and stick with them   About Dr. Matthea Rentea Matthea Rentea, MD is Board Certified Internist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine.  She has ten years of experience as a primary care physician and weight-loss specialist. She owns and operates the Rentea Metabolic Clinic, a Telehealth clinic for Indiana and Illinois residents that provides comprehensive weight management.  She takes a dual medical and behavioral evidence-based approach to helping her patients. She hosts the podcast The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MD.   Working With Obesity Medicine Specialists It's not uncommon to experience a sense of shame when speaking to medical professionals about weight loss medication. My guest, Dr. Matthea Rentea, and I both want to assure you that there is no shame in seeking out medical assistance for weight loss! This medical support can only be a good thing. Dr. Rentea shares that most people start seeking out specialist medical support for weight loss when they haven't received the care they expect from their doctor and are ready to take their weight loss seriously. It might take some time to find a doctor that you feel comfortable with, but it will be worth it.   How Weight Loss Medication Works Weight loss medications, like GLP-1, trigger the hormones that control hunger cues, including suppressing your appetite and letting your body know you're full. Even though they're safe to use, some of the most common concerns for using them are feeling negative side effects and being unable to change once you've started them.  Dr. Rentea assures you that there is no all-or-nothing approach to weight loss medications. Finding the right one might take some work, but the benefits far outweigh the risks. Have you considered taking weight loss medication? Have you already taken some? I'd love to hear about your experiences in the comments on the episode page.   In This Episode  The reality of asking for medical support with weight loss [3:30] When you might seek an obesity medicine specialist [5:45] Why you need to keep trying to find the right doctor for you [10:30] How weight loss medications, like GLP-1, work [14:00] The biggest concerns about starting weight loss medication [20:45] The risks and benefits of weight loss medication [23:00] The emotions you might experience while taking weight loss medication [27:30]   Quotes “If you're going to a doctor and you can tell that they have a lot of resistance in terms of talking about [weight loss medication] – they literally might not know how effective they are.” [5:12] “If [doctors] can't have those conversations with you, a lot of the time what you're up against is that there's just not the knowledge. They just don't know.” [5:23] “With weight management, there is tons of bias and stigma. This means that you have literally walked in the door and are already getting judged.” [9:22] “You have to keep going until you find someone that you feel gets you, understands you, is providing you with a plan that's working in your world. It's going to be different for everyone. I want you to keep going until you find that doctor.” [10:13] “You were always doing the work, but you needed a mechanism to level the playing field.” [15:28] “I always stress that if you're under the care of the right team, they will be able to pivot you to [a medication], even if it's an oral, generic option.” [22:28]   Resources Mentioned Fit Women Collective Listen to The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MD Find Dr. Matthea Rentea Online Follow Dr. Matthea Rentea on TikTok | Instagram Check out the full episode page here Find Life Coaching for Women Physicians Online Follow Dr. Ali Novitsky on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube Subscribe to Life Coaching for Women Physicians on Apple Podcasts Podcast production by the team at Counterweight Creative   Related Episodes  Episode 144: Mindset Mistakes Preventing Optimal Weight Loss Episode 155: GLP-1 Agonists and Muscle Loss Episode 154: Body Love Through All Phases

Meet Vincent M. Pedre the Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and President of Dr. Pedre Wellness. Dr. Pedre is a Board-Certified Internist and Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner in private practice in New York City since 2004. His philosophy and practices are a blend of both Western and Eastern medical traditions. He is a Clinical Instructor at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, as well as certified in yoga and Medical Acupuncture.Links for this episode:Fermented-food diet increases microbiome diversity, decreases inflammatory proteins, study findsThe Importance of Food for Endotoxemia and an Inflammatory ResponseGutSmartProtocol.comThe GutSMART QuizInstagram @drpedreEpisode Description00:07:30 - The Gut-Skin Connection, The gut and skin originate from the same cells in embryology, making their connection significant. Patients with skin issues may benefit from a functional medicine approach that considers the connection between gut health and skin issues, like hives, acne, psoriasis, and dermatitis.00:11:45 - Celiac Genetics and Gluten-Free Diets, Celiac genetics are prevalent in people of Irish descent, and eliminating gluten from the diet can alleviate hives and other skin issues. A functional medicine approach can provide a solution for patients who have seen dermatologists without any results.00:13:35 - Good and Bad Bacteria in the Gut, The gut microbiome is a complex ecosystem that includes a set of bad bacteria that serve a purpose and keep the system in balance. Opportunistic bacteria can flourish in environments where the diet is not optimal, leading to gut-centric and non-gut-centric issues.00:16:23 - The Gut Microbiome of Indigenous Tribes, Dr. Pedre discusses the gut microbiome of indigenous tribes and how it differs from Westerners. Indigenous tribes consume a high-fiber diet, and their gut microbiome has adapted to digest difficult-to-digest fibers. 00:20:20 - The Importance of Gut Microbiome Adaptation, Dr. Pedre stresses the importance of slowly introducing changes to the gut microbiome. A sudden change can lead to bloating and discomfort. 00:25:05 - The Gut-Airway Connection, Dr. Pedre explains how the gut microbiome is connected to upper respiratory infections. Antibiotics can disrupt the gut microbiome and immune system, leading to recurrent infections. Pregnancy can ramp up the immune system, but can also suppress certain parts to protect the baby.00:29:35 - Lipopolysaccharides and Metabolism, Dr. Pedre explains that Lipopolysaccharides (LPs), also known as endotoxins, are released by gram-negative bacteria and can be absorbed into the body. LPs levels increase after meals high in fat, especially saturated and hydrogenated fats. LPs can affect metabolism and insulin sensitivity.00:33:42 - Microbiome and Leaky Gut, Dr. Pedre explains how an unfavorable microbiome and leaky gut can lead to the absorption of lipopolysaccharides and cause many health issues, such as weight gain, muscle aches, fatigue, and depression. Keeping a food, mood and poop journal can help identify patterns and triggers.00:35:34 - Timeline for Food Sensitivities, Dr. Estima and Dr. Pedre discuss the importance of keeping a food journal to identify patterns of food sensitivities. They explain how sensitivities can have a threshold effect, where one exposure may be fine, but a second exposure can cause symptoms. Other factors such as stress, sleep, and food combinations can also impact sensitivities.00:39:35 - Stress and Gut Health, Dr. Pedre explains how stress can affect the gut microbiome, gut permeability, and vagal tone. High cortisol levels from stress can alter the gut ecosystem, leading to more yeast in the gut and sugar cravings. 00:43:39 - Behavioral Changes Caused by Stress, Dr. Estima and Dr. Pedre discuss how stress can drive behavioral changes such as cravings for sugar and comfort foods. 00:49:39 - The Power of Soil and Dirt, Dr. Pedre emphasizes the importance of soil and dirt for our microbiome. Exposure to organic soil without toxins can magnify our gut microbiome diversity, as seen in the Hadza tribe.00:55:05 - Diversity vs. Eating the Rainbow, Dr. Pedre discusses a Stanford study that compared a high fiber diet to a high fermented foods diet. The high fiber diet did not show a significant increase in microbiome diversity, while the fermented foods diet did. Diversity is the holy grail, but it's not a one-size-fits-all approach.00:59:00 - The Role of Fiber and Fermented Foods, The study found that fermented foods had a significant impact on microbiome diversity and reduced inflammation. While fiber had a smaller impact, it helped to regulate the immune system. 01:03:27 - Gut Disruptors, Dr. Pedre notes that alcohol is a significant gut disruptor. Other factors, such as stress, lack of sleep, and processed foods, can also impact gut health. A personalized approach to healing the gut is necessary, with fermented foods and fiber as cornerstones, but with consideration of individual circumstances.01:06:18 - Dairy and its impact on gut health, Dr. Pedre discusses the impact of dairy on gut health, highlighting that it can cause constipation and trigger food sensitivities due to lactose and dairy protein intolerance. 01:07:35 - Fecal matter transplant, Dr. Estima and Dr. Pedre discuss fecal matter transplant as a possible treatment for gut-related conditions such as Crohn's colitis and ulcerative colitis. While it is not yet approved for many indications, it has shown promise in experimental treatments for food sensitivities and autism in the microbiome community.01:11:06 - Protecting the microbiome, Dr. Estima and Dr. Pedre stress the importance of protecting the microbiome throughout life, from birth to adulthood and into old age. They discuss the negative impacts of persistent antibiotic use and emphasize the need to foster microbial diversity through diet, exposure to nature, and limiting exposure to mass agriculture.01:13:32 - Seeking microbial diversity, Dr. Pedre encourages individuals to seek microbial diversity in their gut by avoiding antibiotics as much as possible, only using them when necessary. He advises fostering microbial diversity through a healthy diet, exposure to nature, and gardening. 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DR. VINCENT PEDRE, Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and President of Dr. Pedre Wellness, is a Board-Certified Internist in private practice in New York City since 2004. His philosophy and practices are a blend of both Western and Eastern medical traditions. We talk about his newest book "GutSMART Protocol", and the factors that influence our micorbiome and gut health both positively and negatively. He also offers a quiz to determine your gut health and how his personal path to healing led to his current clinical practice. Vincent is a Clinical Instructor in Medicine at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, as well as certified in yoga and Medical Acupuncture. His unique combination of medicine is best described as integrative or defined by a functional, systems-based approach to health. With his holistic understanding of both sides of the equation, he can help each patient choose the best course of action for their ailments to provide both immediate and long-term relief. His holistic approach incorporates positive, preventative health and wellness lifestyle choices. Dr. Pedre Wellness is a growing wellness platform offering health-enhancing programs, along with informative social media and lifestyle products, such as dietary supplements, books and weight loss programs.  To find out more about Vincent Pedre visit: www.pedremd.com

Today on the Gut Health Reset Podcast, we are discussing leaky gut and food sensitivities with Dr. Vincent Pedre! Leaky gut syndrome is a growing concern in the field of gut health. It occurs when the lining of the small intestine becomes damaged, resulting in the passage of toxins, undigested food particles, and other harmful substances into the bloodstream. This can also lead to food sensitivities, which further exacerbates gut inflammation and damage. Over time, leaky gut can impair your immune system and even contribute to the development of chronic diseases. We believe a comprehensive approach to gut health that includes a balanced diet, stress management, and targeted supplements may be the key to reversing this damage and supporting healing. With the right approach, it is possible to heal your gut and start feeling better than ever. In today's episode, we will answer these questions:- How did Dr. Pedre discover his gut health issues?- What is behind the recent reported rise in gut issues?- What should you do to immediately address leaky gut issues?- How do you activate your vagus nerve?- And more!-Recommended Supplements:Probiotic Capsules - https://drannmariebarter.com/product/ibs-support-probiotic-capsules/ Wired But Tired - https://drannmariebarter.com/product/wired-but-tired/ -About Dr. Vincent Pedre:Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and President of Dr. Pedre Wellness, is a Board-Certified Internist and Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner in private practice in New York City since 2004. His unique combination of medicine is best described as integrative or defined by a functional, systems-based approach to well-being. With his holistic understanding of both sides of the equation, he can help each patient choose the best course of action for their ailments to provide both immediate and long-term relief. His holistic approach incorporates positive, preventative health and wellness lifestyle choices.Main Website: https://pedremd.com/ Get your gift: https://gutsmartprotocol.com/gift/ Book: https://gutsmartprotocol.com/ -Subscribe for more gut health content and share this podcast with a friend! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag Dr. Ann-Marie Barter:http://instagram.com/drannmariebarter-Dr. Ann-Marie Barter is a Functional Medicine and Chiropractic Doctor at Alternative Family Medicine & Chiropractic. She is the clinic founder of Alternative Family Medicine & Chiropractic that has two offices: one in Longmont and one in Denver. They treat an array of health conditions overlooked or under-treated by conventional medicine, called the "grey zone". https://altfammed.com/https://drannmariebarter.com/As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.

Make sure to grab Dr. Vincent Pedre's New Book!  In this episode, you will learn:  How to get into medication when you feel like you never have time. How to rewire if you are really stressed and amped up Why breath work through your nose is essential for proper oxygen Why eating and while stressed or while multitasking will not work for gut health Why we can't HEAL in a ramped up stressed state Why healing from a ZEN state is non negotiable So much disease is connected to the GUT b/c of leaky gut Why we get YEAST infections How do you know what is happening with your gut “The gut smart quiz” Why a STOOL or GI mapping test may not be necessary How common are parasites and why are they so hard to diagnose? Why STOOL PCR with Genome Sequencing is the only way to rule out a parasite Dr. Vincent M. Pedre, Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and President of Dr. Pedre Wellness, is a Board-Certified Internist in private practice in New York City since 2004. His philosophy and practices are a blend of both Western and Eastern medical traditions. He is a Clinical Instructor in Medicine at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, as well as certified in yoga and Medical Acupuncture. His unique combination of medicine is best described as integrative or defined by a functional, systems-based approach to health. With his holistic understanding of both sides of the equation, he can help each patient choose the best course of action for their ailments to provide both immediate and long-term relief. His holistic approach incorporates positive, preventative health and wellness lifestyle choices. Dr. Pedre Wellness is a growing wellness platform offering health-enhancing programs, along with informative social media and lifestyle products, such as dietary supplements, books and weight loss programs.  

In this episode, Dr. Matthea Rentea gives incredible perspective on emotional eating. She highlights the phases of emotional eating/overeating, and they are SPOT ON:Recognizing you've overeaten after the fact.Noticing you're in the process of overeating and telling yourself you shouldn't be doing that (but you keep doing it).Before you eat, you tell yourself not to overeat, but you still do.THIS is the stage where you take a different action due to the progression of awareness you've developed in stages 1–3; you use your tools to keep from overeating.Do you see patients (or yourself!) going through these phases? Many people think they can jump right to the final step, but that's not how it works. It's important to encourage our patients to keep going through all the phases—they'll get to Step 4 in due time.You'll want to listen to the whole episode to get her insight and tools for managing emotional eating.Matthea Rentea, MD, is Board Certified Internist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She has 10 years experience as a primary care physician and weight-loss specialist. She owns and operates the Rentea Metabolic Clinic, a Telehealth clinic for Indiana and Illinois residents that provides comprehensive weight management. She takes a dual medical and behavioral evidence-based approach to helping her patients. She is the host of the podcast The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea, MD. Connect with Dr.Rentea on social:Website: www.RenteaClinic.comPodcast: The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MD TikTok: MattheaRenteaMDIG: MattheaRenteaMDMore from The Dr. Francavilla Show brand:The Dr. Francavilla ShowMy linktreeFollow on TwitterFollow on FacebookFollow on InstagramSubscribe to The Dr. Francavilla Show onApple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Pandora

We had some technical difficulties this week, so the audio isn't the best. We discuss the traumatic damage that diet culture causes those who are obese because they keep being told it's their fault, while many of them had a metabolic condition all along. Dr. Matthea Rentea, MD, a Board Certified Internist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine joined us to discuss GLP1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Saxsenda, and Mounjaro and how they can be prescribed to aid obese patients to create a healthier lifestyle. We also discuss the rise of obesity telehealth practices. Support the showKim Carlos @DMFKimonMounjaro on TikTokJernine Trott @TheeJernine on TikTokKat Carter @KatCarter7 on TikTokLydia Roberts @mounjaro_GLP_Help on TikTok

Dr. Vincent Pedre, our guest for today, is the Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and Founder of Dr. Pedre Wellness. He is also a Board-Certified Internist in private practice in New York City since 2004. His practice blends both Western and Eastern medical traditions. He is certified in yoga, Medical Acupuncture, and Functional Medicine. Dr. Pedre Wellness is a growing wellness platform offering health-enhancing programs and informative lifestyle products, including the planned launch of Dr. Pedre's next book, The GutSMART Protocol,  in 2023. As the bestselling author of “Happy Gut—The Cleansing Program To Help You Lose Weight, Gain Energy and Eliminate Pain,” he has helped thousands of people resolve their digestive and gut-related health issues.   During our discussion, you will discover the issues that can arise in the gut of an endurance athlete and how to heal them. Dr. Vincent Pedre shares his drive behind gut health, the issues that can arise in the gut of an endurance athlete, and how chronic stress from exercise impacts our gut health. He also talks about the trending gut health issues with endurance athletes, the health markers he uses to check gut health, the benefits of chewing food properly before swallowing, and the 14-day gut healing program. Tune in to learn more! Episode resources: https://www.sfuelsgolonger.com/ - Use the discount code LOWCARBATHLETE The Book: The GutSMART Protocol   Timestamps [01:48] Dr. Vincent Pedre's background information [03:12] Dr. Vincent's drive behind gut health [07:42] The issues that can arise in the gut of an endurance athlete [11:14] How chronic stress from exercise impacts our gut health [16:04] The trending gut health issues with endurance athletes [24:05] The health markers that Dr. Vincent uses when checking gut health [29:20] The runner's diarrhea   [33:01] How HRV correlates with gut health [38:12] Nutrition for the gut and how to figure out the best for you [42:52] The 14-day gut healing program [45:58] The benefits of chewing food properly before swallowing [50:33] The digestive enzyme supplementation that helps in gut health Notable quotes: “The gut is the foundation of physical and mental well-being.” “When doing any sort of gut healing, it's not all about the diet. It's also about the mindset. It's about how your body holds on to stress and how you live your life.” “We should take care of our health. Self care is self love.” Connect with us: Dr. Vincent Pedre Website: https://www.happygutlife.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-pedre-m-d-3319405b/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrVincentPedre Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrPedre   Debbie Potts Website: https://debbiepotts.net/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thewholesticmethod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lowcarbathlete/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/thelowcarbathlete Twitter: https://twitter.com/thewholeathlete Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/lowcarbathlete YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC__1aTDqHjrbAOHcfne7kuQ   Thank you for listening to The Low Carb Athlete Podcast. We focus on discussing content to help you burn fats, improve health, increase performance in life and sport and transform the whole you from the inside out with The WHOLESTIC Method. Please consider leaving a review and sharing the podcast with your friends! Also, don't forget to follow us on social platforms   Click the link below to get access to our new client specials https://debbiepotts.net/new-client-special/. Learn more on: IG: @drpedre TikTok: @drpedre FB: @drvincentpedre LinkedIN: @drpedre https://www.happygutlife.com/about/dr-pedres-story/ Free chapter download at: www.gutsmartprotocol.com/gift

This week on the Arrive at Happy Show, Tia Graham interview Aaliya Yaqub,  Chief Medical Officer at Thrive and a Board Certified Internist.

Dr. Vincent M. Pedre, Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and President of Dr. Pedre Wellness, is a Board-Certified Internist in private practice in New York City since 2004. His philosophy and practices are a blend of both Western and Eastern medical traditions. He is a Clinical Instructor in Medicine at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, as well as certified in yoga and Medical Acupuncture. Dr. Pedre is a sought-after speaker and writer on sustainable health, prevention, and integrative and functional medicine. His expertise and informative commentator style has taken him beyond the boundaries of his private practice to appearances on the Martha Stewart Show, where he presented a segment on “The Top Medical Screening Tests” everyone should have, and to features on Sirius XM Radio's “Doctor Radio” show, interviews on “The Gary Null Show” on Progressive Radio Networks, and guest blogs on Ecomii and Yahoo! Green, Yahoo!'s leading wellness blog platform. New Book: https://www.amazon.com/GutSMART-Proto... Learn More: https://pedremd.com

Dana Parish interviews Dr. Kenneth Liegner, a Board Certified Internist practicing in Pawling, New York. He has been on the front lines of treating chronic Lyme and related infections since 1988. He has published in peer-reviewed scientific journals and is the author of In the Crucible of Chronic Lyme Disease—Collected Writings & Associated Materials.

What You Should Have Learned on Earth by Martin S. FinkelsteinImbedded in this fantasy novel about death and life are many important life lessons for successful and satisfying living. The novel begins after the demise of Caleb Peterson. While alive, Caleb had been a staunch white supremacist. After his passing, his tortured soul undertakes an odyssey to learn what the living Caleb should have learned on Earth. His soul seeks atonement and forgiveness for Caleb's prior violent behavior. In a series of adventures, his soul grows in understanding, tolerance, and respect for other souls. Caleb recognizes how powerful social pressure had been on molding his prior antisocial behavior, and how bigotry and discrimination damaged his soul. Eventually, Caleb's soul teams up with the soul of a young black woman (Phyllis Tompkins) and they learn how to influence the behavior of living beings. In a number of Earthly excursions, the two souls encounter an assortment of individuals struggling with their consciences. They succeed in helping Phyllis's younger brother and sister escape the toxic environmental pressures of Harlem by sharing with them critical keys to success. The book speaks to a kinder, gentler, more inclusive, and more compassionate life.Martin Finkelstein is a lifelong student of history, life, biology, and people. He is an innate teacher and storyteller. He is a retired Board Certified Internist and Geriatrician having practiced medicine (mostly in New York City) for 60 years. Dr. Finkelstein served on the faculty of NYU Medical Center for many years. Dr. Finkelstein's previous books: Aging, Health Care, and You - a Doctor's Personal Prescription for Understanding and Improving Your Health Care is a guide for dealing with medical issues commonly encountered by the elderly and their caregivers. And the novel: Adam's Creation: Eden at Falls-speak: a Center for Tolerance, Respect, and Understanding is the story of a man combating discrimination and bigotry in a constructive way. Dr. Finkelstein, his wife of many years, his three children and eight grandchildren are all currently living in the New York metropolitan area.https://www.amazon.com/What-Should-Have-Learned-Earth/dp/1669849082/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2K1KCLXG6QPD0&keywords=what+you+should+have+learned+on+earth&qid=1669770103&s=books&sprefix=what+you+should+have+learned+on+%2Cstripbooks%2C91&sr=1-1http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/12122kpp1.mp3   

In this interview, learn how the ketogenic diet and intermittent fasting can reset your gut microbiome. Today, I am grateful to welcome back, Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and President of Dr. Pedre Wellness, Dr. Vincent Pedre. Dr. Pedre is a Board-Certified Internist and Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner in private practice in New York City since 2004. His philosophy and practices are a blend of both Western and Eastern medical traditions. He is a Clinical Instructor at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, as well as certified in yoga and Medical Acupuncture. His unique combination of medicine is best described as integrative or defined by a functional, systems-based approach to well-being. With his holistic understanding of both sides of the equation, he can help each patient choose the best course of action for their ailments to provide both immediate and long-term relief. His holistic approach incorporates positive, preventative health and wellness lifestyle choices. Dr. Pedre is a sought-after speaker and writer on sustainable health, prevention, and integrative and functional medicine. His expertise and informative commentator style has taken him beyond the boundaries of his private practice to appearances on the Martha Stewart Show, where he presented a segment on “The Top Medical Screening Tests” everyone should have, and to features on Sirius XM Radio's “Doctor Radio” show, interviews on “The Gary Null Show” on Progressive Radio Networks, and guest blogs on Ecomii and Yahoo! Green, Yahoo!'s leading wellness blog platform. He is also an activist on the issue of hydraulic fracturing for natural gas extraction and its potential impacts on public health and the environment, including water contamination and air pollution. In this episode, Dr. Pedre opens the show discussing how meditation helped him overcome his fear of needles. Dr. Pedre explains how he became so interested in the gut and what happens to our bodies during stress – stress will increase gut permeability and affect our gut microbiome. Then, Dr. Pedre describes the leaky gut and how you know if you have it. Sometimes, you won't have any gut complaints whatsoever. Stay tuned, as Dr. Pedre reveals which foods could be triggering your leaky gut. // E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com Free Keto Masterclass: http://www.ketosismasterclass.com  -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  BiOptimizers Kapex Special Offer: www.kenergize.com/ketokamp Use the code  ketokamp10 for 10% off PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Dr Phillips CBD Oil & Keto Fruit Chews. Visit www.drphillipscbd.com Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list.  Resources from this episode: Check out Dr. Pedre's Website: https://pedremd.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrPedre YouTube: https://bit.ly/3aRkqVm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drpedre/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrVincentPedre/ Get Happy Gut: The Cleansing Program to Help You Lose Weight, Gain Energy, and Eliminate Pain: https://amzn.to/3aLEPej Cell Study on Ketones & The Gut Microbiome: https://bit.ly/391CETI // A D D I T I O N A L   R E S O U R C E S ➡️Check out my Keto Kickstart Kit: http://bit.ly/2okbyUu ➡️Get Your Keto Kamp Apparel: http://www.ketokampgear.com *Some Links Are Affiliates* // F O L L O W ▸ instagram | @thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2B1NXKW ▸ facebook | /thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2BVvvW6 ▸ twitter | @thebenazadi http://bit.ly/2USE0so ▸ email | ben@ketokamp.com Disclaimer: This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast including Ben Azadi disclaim responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility of statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, Board-Certified Internist is one of my closest friends who has lived thru many dark nights of the soul and found her passion creating The Worthy Physician Podcast. To help physicians share their story about burnout, overwhelm, mistreatment, and moral injury.  I'm also one of her guests ;)  She shares her story about how much stress from medical school and residency, with attending physicians who are a part of the patriarchy of medicine, caused Dr. Sapna to develop a stutter and tremor, despite being one of the most studious, caring doctors I've ever met! When work oppresses you, chronic disease can develop, especially when you can't express your true authentic self. And Dr. Sapna discusses how academic medicine is about ego, not about being a student of life. And how the patients suffer because of it.  She describes all the tragic events and the stress of becoming a doctor led her to develop a spiritual practice of meditation combining her Catholic upbringing with Buddhism and meditation.  Dr. Sapna is a true authentic physician who truly wants to help her patients. She's the most incredibly caring soul I've ever met. And I'm so thankful for her presence, her friendship, and her love to help others.  Check out her podcast "The Worthy Physician Podcast": https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-worthy-physician-podcast/id1569259628 Her Website: https://www.theworthyphysician.com/ Her LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sshahhaque/ Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theworthyphysician/   I'm now offering a FREE Discovery Call for women who are finally ready to heal themselves from chronic pain and autoimmune symptoms that's holding them back from moving their bodies freely and having enough energy to do all the things they love again! Go to our website and sign up here!  Judgement and commitment FREE! https://healthispowher.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Ideal Life Without Pain Quiz: If you are a woman who has struggled with chronic pain, headaches, pelvic pain, or fibromyalgia.  If you have dreams of living a normal life again, free of pain and illness. If you want to have energy and feel refreshed when you wake up each morning. If you want to spend time with your loved ones. If you're into spiritual growth and personal development and may have dabbled in meditation. If you have sought support groups and answers to your healing.  If this sounds like you, I would be so GRATEFUL if you could take my survey so I can better serve you! and if you leave your e-mail, you'll get a free discovery call with me, Dr. Anna, MD https://forms.gle/ZCRSogcVARUk6PNJ8   ------------------------------------------------------------ Hope you enjoy! Don't forget to rate and review us on this podcast platform so we can continue reaching like-minded women! Drop us a comment or like on instagram @Health_Is_PowHer and facebook @HealthIsPowHer ---------------------------------------------------------------- DISCLAIMER Anna Esparham, M.D.is a medical doctor, but she is not your doctor, and she is not offering medical advice on this podcast. If you are in need of professional advice or medical care, you must seek out the services of your own doctor or health care professional. This podcast provides information only, and does not provide any financial, legal, medical or psychological services or advice. None of the content on this podcast prevents, cures or treats any mental or medical condition. You are responsible for your own physical, mental and emotional well-being, decisions, choices, actions and results. Health Is PowHer, LLC disclaims any liability for your reliance on any opinions or advice contained in this podcast.

Your gut is linked to nearly every facet of your health, from your immune system to your mood. On today’s podcast I have Dr. Vincent Pedre, a Board-Certified Internist and author of the book Happy Gut. The book was born out of his work helping countless patients resolve their gut-related health issues and it guides readers on his unique approach to wellbeing by balancing gut health through diet, movement, yoga, breathing exercises and mindfulness. Dr. Pedre is also a Clinical Instructor at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, as well as certified in yoga and Medical Acupuncture. His philosophy and practices are a blend of both Western and Eastern medical traditions. His unique combination of medicine is best defined as a functional, systems-based approach to health. Dr. Pedre has appeared on Dr Oz, Good Morning America, Fox News, The Martha Stewart Show, The Early Show, SiriusXM Doctor Radio, and ABC News Healthy Living. Topics Covered: The premise of the book Happy Gut. How can people identify if they have an unhappy gut? Is my poop normal? The negative impact PPI’s have on your gut health. The gut and brain connection. The difference between a food sensitivity and a food allergy. Are there certain foods that disrupt gut health more commonly than others? When someone experiences bloating after eating what is that telling us? “Gut instincts” what does that really mean? Gluten sensitive but not Celiac disease. How do food sensitivities present in an individual? Question from Instagram follower: I would be interested in hearing Dr. Pedre’s thoughts on Ulcerative Colitis as I am now currently suffering with the active disease after being in remission for the last 7 years. This podcast is NOT medical advice. To visit Dr. Vincent Pedre's website CLICK HERE To purchase his book Happy Gut CLICK HERE Dr. Pedre's INSTAGRAM Dr. Pedre's TWITTER To reach Amy Stuttle for questions or comments please email podcast@amystuttle.cpm To visit Victory Men's Health webiste CLICK HERE Victory Men's Health INSTAGRAM

Today's guest is Dr. Paul Billings.  Dr. Billings has held academic positions at Harvard University, U.C. San Francisco, Stanford University, and U.C. Berkeley; and served as a board-certified internist and medical geneticist at leading medical centers. His published doctoral studies at Harvard were supervised. Dr. Paul is also the CEO of Biological Dynamics, a molecular diagnostics company committed to saving millions of lives by rapidly and affordably detecting infectious diseases and cancers at their earliest stages. They have developed a unique platform to enable early cancer detection, giving oncologists the capability to intervene at the earliest stages of the disease, increasing a patient's chances of recovery.Biological Dynamics has raised $75M in funding to date, including $1.5M from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and employs 60+ workers.Dr. Paul has authored over 250 publications and books on genomic medicine and held academic appointments at leading universities, including Harvard University, UC San Francisco, Stanford University, and UC Berkeley.Nobel Prize in Medicine winner Dr. Baruj Benacerraf supervised his published doctoral studies at Harvard.He has spoken at many medical conferences and appeared on talk shows, including The Oprah Winfrey Show and 60 Minutes.Listen in to this conversation and get your pen and paper ready to take notes!Integrative Cancer Solutions was created to instill hope and empowerment. Other people have been where you are right now and have already done the research for you. Listen to their stories and journeys and apply what they learned to achieve similar outcomes as they have, cancer remission and an even more fullness of life than before the diagnosis. Guests will discuss what therapies, supplements, and practitioners they relied on to beat cancer. Once diagnosed, time is of the essence. This podcast will dramatically reduce your learning curve as you search for your own solution to cancer. For more information about products and services discussed in this podcast, please visit www.integrativecancersolutions.com. To learn more about the cutting-edge integrative cancer therapies Dr. Karlfeldt offer at his center, please visit www.TheKarlfeldtCenter.com.  

Dr. Stephanie Murphy is a Board Certified Internist who works as a Hospitalist. She has been Medical Director of Atrium Health Transition Services since 2015. In 2020, she became the Medical Director of Atrium Health Hospital at Home. She also serves as one of the Co-Medical Directors of Atrium Health Mobile Integrated Health.  Colleen Hole serves in a dual role at Atrium Health (formerly Carolinas HealthCare System) as Vice President, Atrium Health Hospital at Home Administrator and Chief Nurse Executive, Atrium Health Medical Group. In these system-level roles, she is responsible for strategic and operational leadership for the Hospital at Home program, which was accelerated through the COVID-19 pandemic. In her CNE role, Colleen oversees non-provider clinical practice and role optimization in ambulatory care.  Link to claim CME credit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3DXCFW3 (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3DXCFW3) CME credit is available for up to 3 years after the stated release date Contact CEOD@bmhcc.org if you have any questions about claiming credit.

We've all heard the phrase “listen to your gut”.  We may not fully realize it, but our gut plays a pivotal role in our overall physical and mental health.  While proper nutrition, supplementation, and mindful lifestyle habits play a large role on our gut health, there are also deeper psychological factors that we need to be mindful of as well.  In this episode, our hosts sit down with acclaimed integrative health physician and author of Happy Gut, Dr. Vincent Pedre.  Dr. Pedre is the President of Dr. Pedre Wellness and is a Board-Certified Internist in a private practice in New York City since 2004. His philosophy and practices are a blend of both Western and Eastern medical traditions. He is also certified in yoga and Medical Acupuncture. Dr. Pedre is also a sought-after speaker and writer on sustainable health, prevention, and integrative and functional medicine.  This episode shares a lot of valuable information on how we can all strive to better our health.  Cheers!

This week we are revisiting one of the best episodes of the year.   Join Pat and her guest Dr. David Luce as they discuss how to reverse heart disease.   Dr. David Luce, M.D., P.C. is a Board Certified Internist in private practice in Boulder, Colorado. He is recognized as a medical innovator, educator, public health advocate, and leader in the integration of evidence-based Western medicine with complementary therapies. Educated at Dartmouth, Harvard and Yale, Dr. Luce has over 20 years of experience designing and implementing innovative treatment programs that restore health and wellness to his patients. Dr. Luce's early career included working in Cambodian refugee camps and serving as the Medical Director of a project on chemical warfare (Yellow Rain) in southeast Asia. He also directed the AIDS program for the New Jersey State Department of Health. He co-founded one of the first holistic health centers in the Rocky Mountain States and subsequently has developed a thriving medical practice and unique business model that attracts patients from across the United States. He has served on the Board of Directors of the American Holistic Medical Association, and was the on-air physician for the widely acclaimed TV series “Alternative Medicine.” He has served on the Scientific Council of the International and American Association of Clinical Nutritionists. Dr. Luce is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist and holds a diploma in Advanced Nutritional Laboratory Analysis.     Self Sabotage... we all do it. If you aren't happy with your life, you are self-sabotaging. Are you making the money you want? Are your relationships what you desire them to be? Is your health where you want it? If not, you are sabotaging yourself. Pat Pearson, M.S.S.W. author, and psychotherapist has found what you create in life is largely determined by what you think you deserve. This podcast focuses on the psychology of stopping self-sabotage and truly creating the life you want and deserve! How much do you think you are self-sabotaging? Take our quiz. If you want a deeper dive into self-sabotage, get Pat's book, Stop Self-Sabotage.      Dive into her book with five proven strategies for getting "unstuck" at work, in relationships, and in life. Regardless of what your self-sabotage outlet is, procrastination, chronic illness, substance abuse, chronic worry, stress eating, recovery is just around the corner. Pat Pearson can now not only be invited into your home but also into your heart to help you get unstuck and work towards recovery.  This podcast serves as a practical guide from a licensed psychotherapist who shows you how to build towards recovery by conquering any negative beliefs that might be sabotaging your life. Whether you're feeling stuck in your jobs, dating relationships with the wrong person, or unable to lose weight, this podcast can help transform self-defeating thinking into a higher "Deserve Level," giving you the tools to stop self-sabotage--and embrace the happiness and success you deserve. So stop procrastinating, stop the abuse, and listen now!    How much do you think you are self-sabotaging? Take our quiz. If you want a deeper dive into self-sabotage, get Pat's book, Stop Self-Sabotage.     Follow Stop Self-Sabotage on social media: Facebook  Twitter  Instagram    This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp! Receive 10% off your first month by going to: https://betterhelp.com/SSS     Hot Pie Media is an on-demand digital audio/video entertainment network with interests primarily in the creation of original, relevant, and entertaining podcasts.   https://hotpiemedia.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3 Hormones That Prevent Weight Loss Thanks to the modern sedentary lifestyle, obesity is one of the most common public health issues these days. A common complaint from people these days is unstoppable weight gain. Almost 42.4 percent of adults in America are overweight.  From the obese population of the U.S., half of them are at a high risk of developing chronic conditions such as metabolic syndrome, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. Along with this, the modern lifestyle has also normalized stress, increased fatigue, and brain fog—conditions people try to live with; till they can't take it anymore.  If you are someone with weight loss issues, facing fatigue and memory loss, wondering why you aren't losing weight, this blog is for you. You will learn about specific hormones that you should get checked first thing while facing weight loss issues, understand their function and dysfunction, and how to resolve it.  In this blog, we'll be delving into three hormones that might be contributing to your weight gain: Leptin  Adiponectin  Cortisol Grab a pen and notebook, and let's get started! Please note that the following hormonal imbalances are not limited to morbidly obese individuals—they can be observed in skinny-fat individuals with a normal BMI too.    Hormone #1: Leptin The first hormone is produced by the fat cells called leptin. The function of this hormone is to signal the brain to regulate appetite. Back-story: The food you eat provides glucose to the cells of your body to produce energy. This glucose in your blood is transported to the cells via a mediator called insulin.  Now, in the modern life of abundance, people tend to eat more than what their cells need, so there's always some extra glucose left in the blood. Insulin stores this extra glucose in the liver and muscles. Even after that, if there's still some excess glucose, new storage called adipocytes (fat cells) is created. These adipocytes also have endocrine functions: the production of the leptin hormone.     What is the function of the leptin hormone? The leptin hormone signal the brain to stop sending the hunger signal to the body when there is excess energy in the cells. Nevertheless, having a lot of leptin is not actually a good thing. Your levels of leptin go up indicating that your fat cells are increasing. When your fat cells increase, they take up most of the glucose from the blood; glucose that the body cells need to produce energy. As the body cells are deprived of glucose, the brain gets the signal to increase the hunger cue; resulting in incessant hunger and overeating.  This turns into a condition called leptin resistance. The most common abnormality with people who gain weight but have normal blood glucose is leptin resistance.  The high levels of leptin not only affect the brain but also the beta cells in the pancreas—increasing fat storage, insulin levels, and insulin resistance.  All of this drives up inflammation.    How do you know if you have leptin resistance? You probably have leptin resistance if you: Wake up with no hunger and go hours without the first pang of hunger hitting you in the middle of the day You feel hungry till bedtime, even after eating. You face a lot of difficulties losing weight.    Ways to resolve Leptin Resistance: Intentional Fasting: This fasting cycle intends to shift your metabolism—shifting the use of energy from glucose or carbohydrates to the utilization of fat through a process called ketosis. As this shift happens, your leptin resistance starts to go down. Leptin resistance can be handled by postponing your first meal and preponing your last meal. To practice Intentional Fasting: Stop eating after dinner.  Avoid bedtime snacks.  Have dinner three hours before bedtime.  If you feel the hunger before bed for the first few weeks, drink a little water.  After waking up, break the fast around midday, but check the ketose level before doing that. Caloric Deficit: Leptin resistance happens when you eat more than your body needs, turn it around by a slight caloric deficit. Track your calories, reduce your caloric intake. Do HIIT workouts: Start small and slowly build up the speed and number of reps. Start with ten squats or wall push-ups. Anything that gets your muscles moving and induces sweating. Consistency is the key.  The next hormone is completely in contrast with leptin as it has all the opposite functions.   Hormone #2: Adiponectin  Adiponectin is a protein hormone secreted by the adipose tissue that regulates glucose levels and aids fatty acid breakdown. As the adiponectin levels go up, fat cells go down, as adiponectin stimulates glucose utilization from fat cells for energy expenditure.  One of the early signs of metabolic syndrome is low levels of adiponectin. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that involve: Increased Triglycerides Low HDL cholesterol Increased fibroids High abdominal fat (Men: 40-inch in; Women: 35-inch) High fasting blood glucose   What does adiponectin do? Adiponectin helps in: Reducing inflammation Improving insulin sensitivity Increasing the anti-orthogenic, anti-diabetic, and anti-inflammatory properties of the body Reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases Improving glucose metabolism  Getting the adiponectin high (in double digits) is what doctors look for when resolving metabolic syndrome.    Ways to increase Adiponectin Levels: Adiponectin cannot be injected to increase its levels in the body. However, some simple lifestyle measures can increase the levels of adiponectin in the body. Follow all the afore-mentioned measures for resolving leptin resistance, and long with these: Add aged garlic to your diet: Increases your adiponectin. Eat monounsaturated fats like avocados, nuts, olives, and olive oil. Consume fiber-rich foods daily.    Hormone #3: Cortisol In the modern lifestyle, with the abundance of stress, people experience a chronic alleviation of stress. Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal gland in this chronic state of stress. The hormonal imbalance is the impairment of the hormonal rhythm of cortisol in the body. When we look at the normal rhythm of cortisol—every hormone in our body has a rhythm—it gets high in the morning and goes down as the day goes by and becomes a little lower at night so you get to sleep. This normal rhythm gets disrupted when a person is stressed at all times, and chronic stress is not sustainable.   (insert a graph showing the hormonal rhythm) Study on Cortisol Rhythm A study was conducted among a group of people about psychosocial stressors. These people were divided into two groups: People with a normal Body Mass Index (BMI) People with a high Body Mass Index (BMI) While performing the interventions, the researchers took 4-point measurements of the levels of cortisol: Morning Midday Late afternoon Night The two specific interventions they did to observe the rhythm of the cortisol were: Measuring the participants' cortisol after eating lunch Measuring the participants' cortisol after giving them dexamethasone (external steroids) The reason behind these interventions was to check the response of cortisol levels to stressors like food or external source of cortisol which should suppress your internal production of cortisol so your body doesn't get an excess of cortisol.    Results:  Group A: The rhythm of cortisol in the people from group A was normal—high in the morning, gradually lowering by the day, low at night. After eating lunch, their cortisol levels would peak. Ingesting dexamethasone would suppress the internal production of cortisol in their body.  Group B:  The cortisol rhythm of people in group B was rigid. It did not have the specific ‘S-shaped curve in the cortisol rhythm. Their brain-adrenal connection had become rigid to all the stressors, stimuli, and suppression. When they had lunch, there was barely a peak in the cortisol levels.  There was no response after the ingestion of dexamethasone. Conclusion: The brain-adrenal connection is an indicator of excellent health. The absence of this connection and the rigidity of hormonal rhythm puts you at a high risk of chronic diseases like metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease.    What does cortisol do to the body? Cortisol impacts our health by affecting glucose metabolism. Chronic stress, resulting in high, non-responsive, and rigid cortisol has metabolic implications that promote inflammation and disease. High levels of internal cortisol production result in: Increased blood glucose Increased visceral fat accumulation Increased leptin and insulin resistance Decrease in the sex and growth hormones Increased risk of atherosclerosis (hardening of blood vessels) High blood pressure High risk of cardiovascular diseases   Effect of Cortisol on the Memory When your cortisol levels are persistently high and rigid, it damages the hippocampus—the area responsible for information retention and learning. So, what can be done about this rhythmic impairment?  The rise in cortisol levels and the rhythmic impairment of cortisol are due to chronic stress. People feel stressed when they feel helpless about problems that are not under their control—work problems, issues in relationships, financial stressors, etc. Over time, these stressors build our cortisol because we think the same way every day resulting in chronic stress. Cortisol rhythmic impairments should be addressed by managing stress and clearing the mind:  Right after waking up, shut off all external stimuli by closing your eyes. Spend five minutes listening to calming music or sounds around you, and breathe. Focus on your breath. By doing so, you are changing your physiology and bringing your cortisol levels down. Then, no matter how busy your day gets, you will know how to ground yourself. Hopefully, this information has opened your mind to a different way of thinking and different ways of living. Health is intuitive and it's your business.   Look at your habits and shift them little by little. Our goal is to help people understand that disease is not inevitable by giving you knowledge in bite-size portions about the changes you can potentially make, getting to know your body, and reversing disease with everything that's within your power to change. This blog covers the highlights from the latest episode of Chillin with Dr. Chellam on The Three Hormones That Jeopardize Weight Loss by Dr. Nisha Chellam, Board Certified Internist, and Founder of Holistic ICON. You can check out the full video on our YouTube channel by clicking this link: Hoping this blog was helpful. If you have any other questions related to weight loss and hormonal imbalances, please drop us an email with your question and a brief about yourself at drchellam@holisticicon.com or marinas17@holisticicon.com, and we will get back to you shortly   To learn more about adiponectin and other hormones pertinent to your weight loss journey, listen to this  Chillin with Dr. Chellam and check us out on Youtube.  

3 Healthy Diets for Diabetes Patients and Prediabetics   There's no one diet that fits all. This is why there's an abundance of various diets out there that deliver different results. The question is—which one is sustainable for you? How can you shift your health? This blog will answer the infamous question—what to eat when you've been diagnosed with Diabetes or Metabolic Syndrome? Nutrition is the core pillar of how you shift your health. Yet it's also a complex question to answer, even after the tons of research done about it already. As you keep reading, you will learn about the science behind: The Plant-based Diet The Low-carb High-fat Diet The Carnivore Diet  Let's dive right into it!   The Plant-based Diet A plant-based diet consists of foods that are only obtained from plants. It includes everything from fruits and vegetables, whole grains and legumes, to nuts, seeds, and beans. No animal-sourced or processed foods. Going on a plant-based diet is not equivalent to going vegan. This diet has been a part of the nutritional world and has been studied extensively in the field of nutritional sciences since the 1940s.    Why should you go on a plant-based diet? More Sustainable: As Dr. Dean Ornish said, “It takes 10 times more energy to eat higher on the food chain i.e. when you're eating animal-based food as opposed to a plant-based diet, it takes ten times more resources to make that possible.” The plant-based diet is good for your body and the planet. Scientifically Proven Safe: There's countless evidence to support the benefits of the plant-based diet—culturally and scientifically. Research shows that countries that eat mainly plant-based have less mortality rates and a lower ratio of chronic diseases that are relatively high around the Western world with an abundance of animal-based protein. Helps in Lowering High Cholesterol: The plant-based diet is proven to lower bad cholesterol levels from about 15% to 30% as it is relatively low-fat and removes oil from the diet. Good for Heart Patients: This diet is confirmed to be good for the heart as eating multicolor, leafy food, and fiber can reduce the risk of stroke, and lower high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Beneficial to people with Metabolic Syndrome: The plant-based diet has demonstrated efficiency in lowering each of the five risk factors—high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, high fasting blood sugar, abdominal fat, and high triglyceride level—for developing metabolic syndrome. It also helps in the prevention of metabolic syndrome with the removal of oils and processed food from the diet. All in all, plant-based diets are designed to get to the root cause of the disease and shift your health on a diet-and-lifestyle level. When causality is treated with plant-based nutrition there is: No mortality from the diet No morbidity from the diet And the health benefits improve with time. If you have been eating predominantly the Standard American Diet (SAD), the easiest transition into a healthy lifestyle with a safer diet is going plant-based.   Foods included: Fruits Vegetables Whole Grains Legumes Seeds Nuts   Foods to avoid: Oil Meat Fish Fowl Dairy Coffee   Loopholes in the Plant-based Diet  Even though there are numerous benefits to the plant-based diet, people still tend to fail in seeing results or sticking to it.  Especially for diabetics, the transformation is slow because when you have high insulin resistance, getting the blood sugar down at the start is very difficult and takes a long time.  Reasons: People may not have involved a variety of plants in their diet. People may not have stopped consuming oils totally. They might consume too many fruits, dried fruits, and grains that increase sugar surges and don't help with overcoming sugar addiction.  Involving too many fruits and fewer plants can lead to severe insulin resistance. They are gluten-sensitive.    The Low-carb, High-fat Diet (LCHF) The low-carb, high-fat diet is mainly low in carbohydrates, high in fats, and moderate in protein. The diet demands the complete removal of processed carbohydrates and a 38% increase of healthy fats in the diet.   The Rules of the LCHF Diet Avoid all processed or low-fat foods. Consume whole foods. No GPS- Grains, potatoes, and sugars. Eat foods you like, only when you are hungry.   Foods included: Cheese and butter Avocados Fish Eggs Meat Leafy green vegetables Broccoli, asparagus & cauliflower Brussels sprouts Berries Olive and coconut oils Chia and flax seeds    Foods to avoid: White rice White pasta Bread Baked goods Low-fat foods Diet drinks Food and drinks with added sugar Beer Sugary coffee   How does it help with diabetes? The low-carb, high-fat diet aka LCHF diet helps in improving insulin sensitivity and aiding weight loss, both of which help in managing type 2 diabetes. When a body is in the LCHF diet, it replaces glucose that comes from carbohydrates with ketones from fat to produce energy. As a person reduces their carbohydrate intake by the day, the body is forced to use fat stored in the cells as fuel, which may aid weight loss. It also reduces leptin resistance and helps improve the risk factors for metabolic syndrome.   Cons of the LCHF Diet This diet can significantly increase caloric intake. If the ketosis doesn't go off well,  the diet can backfire with some weight and fat gain. People can experience increased levels of LDL and Non-HDL cholesterol on a low-carb diet.    The Carnivore Diet   The carnivore diet is a nutrient-dense diet that is full of animal-sourced foods with a limitation of plants to the degree necessary to provide health benefits and restrict all carbohydrate intake.    How does it help with Diabetes? Foods that are high in added sugars are considerably challenging for diabetics as they increase blood sugar levels. This diet demands a complete elimination of high-carb foods, refined carbs, and sugars that is often recommended to manage diabetes.   Benefits of the Carnivore Diet  Appetite regulation; increases satiety Easy transition for those who hate vegetables Eliminates sugar addiction  Regulates blood sugar Helps with hyperinsulinemia  Lessens a load of processed food in the diet   Foods included: Meat Fish Eggs Dairy products Bone marrow Bone broth   Foods excluded: Processed sugars Fruits Vegetables Legumes Grains Nuts Seeds   Cons of the Carnivore Diet  Boosts the levels of highly oxidized LDL cholesterol: High LDL levels thicken the walls of your blood vessels which increases the chances of stroke, coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, and heart attack. Leads to a deficiency of plant-based micronutrients. High in sodium and fat. Fiber deficiency. Due to the lack of fiber in the diet, the risk of Diverticulosis shoots up. Diverticulosis is a condition in which small, bulging pouches develop in the digestive tract, because of high consumption of meat and processed food. Higher the fiber in the diet; the lesser the diverticulosis.  Tip: Consider getting certain tests—such as your cholesterol profile, Omega-3 indexes, inflammatory markers—done before going for any of these diets.  All these diets have their pros and cons. What's going to work for you might not for another body. It all boils down to how sustainable the diet is for you.  All three diets have one thing in common: eliminating processed foods and refined sugars from the diet. If you do this one thing, it will be a huge step in the right direction of making the right dietary changes for your body and living a healthier life. The root cause of most diseases is the lifestyle choices that we make each day. Always remember that our bodies are extraordinarily self-healing, as long as they are provided the right nutrition and conditions to thrive in. Diet and lifestyle can be prevention; but they can also be the treatment. Health is intuitive and it's your business.   This blog covers the highlights from the latest episode of Chillin with Dr. Chellam on The Eternal Diet Question Answered by Dr. Nisha Chellam, Board Certified Internist, and Founder of Holistic ICON. You can check out the full video on our YouTube channel by clicking this link: Hoping this blog was helpful. If you have any other questions related to diets, please drop us an email with your question and a brief about yourself at drchellam@holisticicon.com , and we will get back to you shortly      

Join Pat and her guest Dr. David Luce as they discuss how to reverse heart disease.   Dr. David Luce, M.D., P.C. is a Board Certified Internist in private practice in Boulder, Colorado. He is recognized as a medical innovator, educator, public health advocate, and leader in the integration of evidence-based Western medicine with complementary therapies. Educated at Dartmouth, Harvard and Yale, Dr. Luce has over 20 years of experience designing and implementing innovative treatment programs that restore health and wellness to his patients. Dr. Luce's early career included working in Cambodian refugee camps and serving as the Medical Director of a project on chemical warfare (Yellow Rain) in southeast Asia. He also directed the AIDS program for the New Jersey State Department of Health. He co-founded one of the first holistic health centers in the Rocky Mountain States and subsequently has developed a thriving medical practice and unique business model that attracts patients from across the United States. He has served on the Board of Directors of the American Holistic Medical Association, and was the on-air physician for the widely acclaimed TV series “Alternative Medicine.” He has served on the Scientific Council of the International and American Association of Clinical Nutritionists. Dr. Luce is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist and holds a diploma in Advanced Nutritional Laboratory Analysis.     Self Sabotage... we all do it. If you aren't happy with your life, you are self-sabotaging. Are you making the money you want? Are your relationships what you desire them to be? Is your health where you want it? If not, you are sabotaging yourself. Pat Pearson, M.S.S.W. author, and psychotherapist has found what you create in life is largely determined by what you think you deserve. This podcast focuses on the psychology of stopping self-sabotage and truly creating the life you want and deserve! How much do you think you are self-sabotaging? Take our quiz. If you want a deeper dive into self-sabotage, get Pat's book, Stop Self-Sabotage.      Dive into her book with five proven strategies for getting "unstuck" at work, in relationships, and in life. Regardless of what your self-sabotage outlet is, procrastination, chronic illness, substance abuse, chronic worry, stress eating, recovery is just around the corner. Pat Pearson can now not only be invited into your home but also into your heart to help you get unstuck and work towards recovery.  This podcast serves as a practical guide from a licensed psychotherapist who shows you how to build towards recovery by conquering any negative beliefs that might be sabotaging your life. Whether you're feeling stuck in your jobs, dating relationships with the wrong person, or unable to lose weight, this podcast can help transform self-defeating thinking into a higher "Deserve Level," giving you the tools to stop self-sabotage--and embrace the happiness and success you deserve. So stop procrastinating, stop the abuse, and listen now!    How much do you think you are self-sabotaging? Take our quiz. If you want a deeper dive into self-sabotage, get Pat's book, Stop Self-Sabotage.     Follow Stop Self-Sabotage on social media: Facebook  Twitter  Instagram    This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp! Receive 10% off your first month by going to: https://betterhelp.com/SSS     Hot Pie Media is an on-demand digital audio/video entertainment network with interests primarily in the creation of original, relevant, and entertaining podcasts.   https://hotpiemedia.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reverse Diabetes With Plant-based Vegan Diet Whenever we hear of disease, medicine is always ready as a cure. We know that particular medicine will tackle the problem at hand but what we miss out on is - what are the other direct effects of the same medicine. Medicines can never be the long-term solution. Diabetes is a very big problem in today's time. But here's a fact, you can reverse type 2 diabetes with a plant-based vegan diet. And here's another fact, when it comes to diet, there is no diet fits all. However, a type of diet can work wonders for you. The question is- are you willing to make the change? Are you ready to make the shift?  In this blog, we will discuss: WHAT IS TYPE 2 DIABETES? WHAT IS A VEGAN DIET? HOW DOES THE VEGAN DIET WORKS FOR DIABETICS? WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A VEGAN DIET? HOW TO ENSURE THE SUCCESS OF A VEGAN DIET? KETO DIET AND ITS SIDE EFFECTS Before we dive into the blog and delve into all the information, first let us know about someone who has had Type 2 diabetes for a very long time but has been able to live a medication-free healthy life for the past eight and half years now, Marc Ramirez. He is a B.S. Kinesiology, is a TEDx presenter, motivational speaker, and certified Food for Life instructor with the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM). Marc and his wife Kim run a non-profit called Chickpea and Bean, which helps all people achieve health through the healing power of plants. In 2011 Marc made a shift to a plant-based lifestyle and his health greatly improved. He reversed Type 2 diabetes, psoriasis, hypertension, erectile dysfunction, high cholesterol, obesity, frequent heartburn.  WHAT IS TYPE 2 DIABETES? Type 2 diabetes is often characterized by high blood sugar, insulin resistance, and a relative lack of insulin. It is a chronic condition that results in more than the required amount of sugar circulating in the bloodstream. In type 2 diabetes, there are two interrelated problems.   Your pancreas is not able to produce enough insulin (a hormone that regulates the movement of sugar into your cells) Hence, the cells respond poorly to insulin and take in less sugar  Managing type 2 diabetes is very much possible. By losing weight, eating well and exercising regularly you manage your blood sugar levels. High blood sugar levels can lead to disorders of the circulatory, nervous and immune systems.  WHAT IS A VEGAN DIET?  A person who follows the diet of abstaining from the consumption of animal products is called a vegan and the philosophy is called veganism. There are multiple distinctions between Vegans. Dietary vegans, also known as "strict vegetarians" avoid consumption of meat, eggs, dairy products, and any other animal-derived substances. An ethical vegan, also known as a "moral vegetarian", not only follows a vegan diet but also extends the philosophy to the treatment of other humans, and opposes the use of animals for any purpose. "Environmental veganism", refers to the avoidance of animal products and opposes the industrial farming of animals as it is environmentally damaging and unsustainable. In simple terms, a Vegan diet is a diet exclusive of animal and dairy products and inclusive of only plant-based products. This means no cow milk, no eggs, no chicken, no meat, no cheese. A vegan diet is full of while fruits and vegetables along with legumes and nuts.    Vegans in the USA have been increasing at a very high rate. More and more people are shifting to a plant-based diet. People have realized that their diet plays the most important role in maintaining a healthy and problems free life.    If you follow a healthy vegan diet, you are less likely to get heart disease, certain cancers, obesity, hypertension, erectile dysfunction, cholesterol.    Studies have also shown that vegans are less likely to be overweight and tend to have a lower percentage of body fat. Thus, reducing the risk of other chronic diseases.   However, a vegan diet has proved to be very beneficial for those suffering from diabetes. Adopting a vegan diet plan will help you bring down your blood sugar levels.   HOW DOES THE VEGAN DIET WORKS FOR DIABETICS?   People with diabetes have a high risk of Cardiovascular disease, are usually overweight and have high blood pressure and high blood cholesterol. A vegan diet or plant-based diet helps fight the problem from the root cause and eliminate the chances of most chronic diseases. A vegan diet has less saturated fats and is high in fiber. It has high amounts of fruits and vegetables which are very useful for people with diabetes.  You must consult your dietician and doctor when you decide to shift to a vegan diet. They will ensure that all the key nutrients are present in your diet. A balanced, nutritious and whole-food diet is necessary for a person who is just making a shift in his diet.  Based on a lot of factors, from the type of diabetes you have to your physical activity level, sex, age, and others, your dietician and doctor will help you identify the ideal amount of carbs, proteins along with other vitamins, needed with each meal.   You can either make a complete shift and turn to a plant-based diet at once or can gradually increase the amount of plant-based meals, slowly eliminating animal products from your diet.   People with diabetes are suggested to keep the intake of carbs consistent throughout the day. Carbs have a direct effect on blood sugar levels than protein and fats. Therefore, the meals and snacks must be balanced with carbs, protein, and healthy fat. A plant-based diet might be a little challenging initially, but it is the best choice to bring down the blood sugar levels.   Listed below are examples of carbs, proteins, and fats that you can use to prepare meals and snacks if you're following a vegan diet for diabetes:   Carbs: whole grain flour (bread, pasta), rice, potatoes, oats, quinoa, fruit (fresh, frozen, or unsweetened canned), corn Proteins: soybeans and soybean products (tofu, tempeh), beans, lentils, peas, peanuts, tree nuts, nut butter, seeds, plant-based meat alternatives Fats: olive oil, avocado oil, avocado, nuts and seeds, coconut, plant-based spreads Many plant-based foods, such as beans and grains, contain a mixture of carbs, protein, and fat, so they can pull double or triple duty in your meal planning Additionally, fiber which is a type of indigestible carb is found in most plant-based foods. Fiber is very helpful as it makes these foods more filling and also helps in reducing your blood sugar level.   Most of us worry that the amount of protein that we intake following a vegan diet is very low. However, unknowingly most of us eat far more protein than our body requires. Gorilla shares the same DNA as humans to 98.3%. They are almost human from a genetic standpoint. Guess what? They are vegan. They get their huge structure and strong muscles from consuming plants and plant-based food. Even animals as big as an elephant or a giraffe or a rhinoceros or a stallion all of these are vegetarian. They have got their strong structures and muscles by eating plants and plant-based food.   WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A VEGAN DIET?   Animal-based food is rich in saturated fats which are most harmful to our body. These food items lead to inflammation and belly fat. They also make your body resistant to insulin and increases blood sugar levels.   Nevertheless, a vegan diet is rich in unsaturated fats which are not harmful. Plant-based food items are also high in fiber, antioxidants, minerals. These nutrients protect your body against diseases and always manage your blood sugar levels.   A vegan diet also helps in managing weight. As the diet is rich in fiber, you tend to get rid of all the unhealthy and hard-to-digest food items, Hence, making digestion an easy process for your body.   HOW TO ENSURE THE SUCCESS OF A VEGAN DIET?   After deciding that you want to turn vegan, there are few things that you should consider to ensure the success of the diet.   Plan ahead: Meal planning and having some healthy snacks handy will be very helpful. Also, check out the menu in advance when you're planning to dine out always.  Eat plenty of non-starchy veggies: Non-starchy food is low in carbs but full of fiber and nutrients. They have the least effect on your blood sugar and help you feel full and satisfied.  Balance each meal and snack: A healthy balance of carbs, fats, and protein, along with some non-starchy vegetables is the most ideal combination of meals and snacks.  Mix up your proteins: include a variety of plant-based protein sources in your diet. It will ensure that you are getting essential amino acids in the required amounts for optimal health. Monitor your blood sugar regularly: If you have diabetes, and are following a vegan diet, you should check your blood sugar regularly to stay aware of the fluctuations in your blood sugar levels. Supplement wisely: If your doctor suggests, take the supplements. At times, your diet might not be able to fulfill the exact requirements of different nutrients. It is ok to include a few supplements like iron, B12, Vitamin D to ensure your body is never nutrient deficient.    KETO DIET AND ITS EFFECTS  The Ketogenic Diet or Keto Diet involves cutting down the carbohydrates, to almost 50 grams a day or less. By doing this you help your body achieve a state of ketosis, in which it has to burn fat (rather than sugar) for energy. The diet's unsustainable nature has led to many questions being raised by doctors and health experts. A Keto diet is a high-fat, low-carb diet. It promises quick weight loss. However, health experts worry about the side effects and complications are way more than its benefits.   The Keto Flu: Keto Flu usually happens in the early stages of commencing the Keto Diet. It includes headaches, nausea, fatigue, and diarrhea. Constipation: your body is losing water weight which means you are clogging your pipes increased risk of kidney stones: High intake of animal proteins can increase both calcium and uric acid levels in urine. As these levels rise, so does your risk of developing kidney stones. increase your cholesterol: keto diet involves getting up to 85% of your daily calories from fat. This means the diet isn't exactly heart-healthy. Vitamin Deficiency: Keto Diet prohibits a lot of fruits and vegetables which causes vitamin and mineral deficiency. This blog covers the highlights from the latest episode of Resolving Diabetes Naturally which was about the benefits of shifting to a Vegan diet for Type 2 diabetes patients. You can check out the entire podcast on our YouTube channel by clicking this link: If you have any other questions related to a plant-based diet and how it helps in managing blood sugar levels, please drop us an email with your question and a brief about yourself at drchellam@holisticicon.com   SM Posts IMAGE 1 Nearly 31 million Americans have type 2 diabetes.   Type 2 diabetes is a long-term medical condition in which your body doesn't use insulin efficiently, resulting in abnormal blood sugar levels.   Some of the common health issues faced by Diabetics High cholesterol High blood pressure Frequent heartburn Erectile dysfunction Heart disease and stroke Kidney disease Vision and nerve problems Delayed recovery of wounds   Can Type 2 Diabetes be Reversed?   YES   Here's how to get started Get aware of what causes diabetes, pre-diabetes and insulin resistance Adapt whole-food, plant-based diet Do regular physical activity Rest properly   Did You know? As per Forbes, Almost a quarter of Americans between the ages of 25 and 34 declare as vegans or vegetarians.   A Vegan diet is a lifestyle choice in which you decide to give up animal-based food items. Living on plant-based food items is called a vegan diet. It is highly beneficial for diabetic patients as it has unsaturated fats which help in managing blood sugar levels.    There are majorly three types of Vegan diets: Dietary vegans, also known as "strict vegetarians" avoid consumption of meat, eggs, dairy products, and any other animal-derived substances. An ethical vegan, also known as a "moral vegetarian", not only follows a vegan diet but also extends the philosophy to the treatment of other humans, and opposes the use of animals for any purpose. "Environmental veganism", refers to the avoidance of animal products and opposes the industrial farming of animals as it is environmentally damaging and unsustainable. To learn more about the vegan diet and how it manages blood sugar levels, watch the latest episode of Resolving Diabetes Naturally. Link in bio.        In the latest episode of Resolving Diabetes Naturally, Dr Nisha Chellam, Board Certified Internist, and Founder of Holistic ICON and Marc Ramirez co-founder of Non-Profit ChickPea and Bean have discussed the ways in which plant-based diet benefits diabetics and prevent other chronic diseases. Link in bio. 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3 Healthy Diets for Diabetes Patients and Prediabetics   There's no one diet that fits all. This is why there's an abundance of various diets out there that deliver different results. The question is—which one is sustainable for you? How can you shift your health? This blog will answer the infamous question—what to eat when you've been diagnosed with Diabetes or Metabolic Syndrome? Nutrition is the core pillar of how you shift your health. Yet it's also a complex question to answer, even after the tons of research done about it already. As you keep reading, you will learn about the science behind: The Plant-based Diet The Low-carb High-fat Diet The Carnivore Diet  Let's dive right into it!   The Plant-based Diet A plant-based diet consists of foods that are only obtained from plants. It includes everything from fruits and vegetables, whole grains and legumes, to nuts, seeds, and beans. No animal-sourced or processed foods. Going on a plant-based diet is not equivalent to going vegan. This diet has been a part of the nutritional world and has been studied extensively in the field of nutritional sciences since the 1940s.    Why should you go on a plant-based diet? More Sustainable: As Dr. Dean Ornish said, “It takes 10 times more energy to eat higher on the food chain i.e. when you're eating animal-based food as opposed to a plant-based diet, it takes ten times more resources to make that possible.” The plant-based diet is good for your body and the planet. Scientifically Proven Safe: There's countless evidence to support the benefits of the plant-based diet—culturally and scientifically. Research shows that countries that eat mainly plant-based have less mortality rates and a lower ratio of chronic diseases that are relatively high around the Western world with an abundance of animal-based protein. Helps in Lowering High Cholesterol: The plant-based diet is proven to lower bad cholesterol levels from about 15% to 30% as it is relatively low-fat and removes oil from the diet. Good for Heart Patients: This diet is confirmed to be good for the heart as eating multicolor, leafy food, and fiber can reduce the risk of stroke, and lower high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Beneficial to people with Metabolic Syndrome: The plant-based diet has demonstrated efficiency in lowering each of the five risk factors—high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, high fasting blood sugar, abdominal fat, and high triglyceride level—for developing metabolic syndrome. It also helps in the prevention of metabolic syndrome with the removal of oils and processed food from the diet. All in all, plant-based diets are designed to get to the root cause of the disease and shift your health on a diet-and-lifestyle level. When causality is treated with plant-based nutrition there is: No mortality from the diet No morbidity from the diet And the health benefits improve with time. If you have been eating predominantly the Standard American Diet (SAD), the easiest transition into a healthy lifestyle with a safer diet is going plant-based.   Foods included: Fruits Vegetables Whole Grains Legumes Seeds Nuts   Foods to avoid: Oil Meat Fish Fowl Dairy Coffee   Loopholes in the Plant-based Diet  Even though there are numerous benefits to the plant-based diet, people still tend to fail in seeing results or sticking to it.  Especially for diabetics, the transformation is slow because when you have high insulin resistance, getting the blood sugar down at the start is very difficult and takes a long time.  Reasons: People may not have involved a variety of plants in their diet. People may not have stopped consuming oils totally. They might consume too many fruits, dried fruits, and grains that increase sugar surges and don't help with overcoming sugar addiction.  Involving too many fruits and fewer plants can lead to severe insulin resistance. They are gluten-sensitive.    The Low-carb, High-fat Diet (LCHF) The low-carb, high-fat diet is mainly low in carbohydrates, high in fats, and moderate in protein. The diet demands the complete removal of processed carbohydrates and a 38% increase of healthy fats in the diet.   The Rules of the LCHF Diet Avoid all processed or low-fat foods. Consume whole foods. No GPS- Grains, potatoes, and sugars. Eat foods you like, only when you are hungry.   Foods included: Cheese and butter Avocados Fish Eggs Meat Leafy green vegetables Broccoli, asparagus & cauliflower Brussels sprouts Berries Olive and coconut oils Chia and flax seeds    Foods to avoid: White rice White pasta Bread Baked goods Low-fat foods Diet drinks Food and drinks with added sugar Beer Sugary coffee   How does it help with diabetes? The low-carb, high-fat diet aka LCHF diet helps in improving insulin sensitivity and aiding weight loss, both of which help in managing type 2 diabetes. When a body is in the LCHF diet, it replaces glucose that comes from carbohydrates with ketones from fat to produce energy. As a person reduces their carbohydrate intake by the day, the body is forced to use fat stored in the cells as fuel, which may aid weight loss. It also reduces leptin resistance and helps improve the risk factors for metabolic syndrome.   Cons of the LCHF Diet This diet can significantly increase caloric intake. If the ketosis doesn't go off well,  the diet can backfire with some weight and fat gain. People can experience increased levels of LDL and Non-HDL cholesterol on a low-carb diet.    The Carnivore Diet   The carnivore diet is a nutrient-dense diet that is full of animal-sourced foods with a limitation of plants to the degree necessary to provide health benefits and restrict all carbohydrate intake.    How does it help with Diabetes? Foods that are high in added sugars are considerably challenging for diabetics as they increase blood sugar levels. This diet demands a complete elimination of high-carb foods, refined carbs, and sugars that is often recommended to manage diabetes.   Benefits of the Carnivore Diet  Appetite regulation; increases satiety Easy transition for those who hate vegetables Eliminates sugar addiction  Regulates blood sugar Helps with hyperinsulinemia  Lessens a load of processed food in the diet   Foods included: Meat Fish Eggs Dairy products Bone marrow Bone broth   Foods excluded: Processed sugars Fruits Vegetables Legumes Grains Nuts Seeds   Cons of the Carnivore Diet  Boosts the levels of highly oxidized LDL cholesterol: High LDL levels thicken the walls of your blood vessels which increases the chances of stroke, coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, and heart attack. Leads to a deficiency of plant-based micronutrients. High in sodium and fat. Fiber deficiency. Due to the lack of fiber in the diet, the risk of Diverticulosis shoots up. Diverticulosis is a condition in which small, bulging pouches develop in the digestive tract, because of high consumption of meat and processed food. Higher the fiber in the diet; the lesser the diverticulosis.  Tip: Consider getting certain tests—such as your cholesterol profile, Omega-3 indexes, inflammatory markers—done before going for any of these diets.  All these diets have their pros and cons. What's going to work for you might not for another body. It all boils down to how sustainable the diet is for you.  All three diets have one thing in common: eliminating processed foods and refined sugars from the diet. If you do this one thing, it will be a huge step in the right direction of making the right dietary changes for your body and living a healthier life. The root cause of most diseases is the lifestyle choices that we make each day. Always remember that our bodies are extraordinarily self-healing, as long as they are provided the right nutrition and conditions to thrive in. Diet and lifestyle can be prevented, but they can also be the treatment. Health is intuitive and it's your business.   This blog covers the highlights from the latest episode of Chillin with Dr. Chellam on The Eternal Diet Question Answered by Dr. Nisha Chellam, Board Certified Internist, and Founder of Holistic ICON. You can check out the full video on our YouTube channel by clicking this link: Hoping this blog was helpful. If you have any other questions related to diets, please drop us an email with your question and a brief about yourself at drchellam@holisticicon.com or marinas17@holisticicon.com  and we will get back to you shortly

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What is the Nutritarian Diet? Can it Prevent and Reverse Chronic Diseases?    When faced with disease, many of us don't prefer taking medicines. Medicines are an option but they aren't a long-term solution. So, could you shift the health of your cells by changing your nutrition?   In this blog, you will discover just how big of a role nutrition plays in the prevention and reversal of illness. This comprehensive blog with answers to all of your nutrition and diet-related questions: The Connection between Nutrition & Chronic Illness The Issue with Most Types of Diets About the Nutritarian Diet What are the G-BOMBS? The Importance of Including Nuts & Seeds in the Diet Oils vs. Seeds Veganism & Deficiencies  Is there a natural source of Omega 3 to replace supplements?  Macronutrients—too much or too little?   Ready to dig in? Let's go!   But before that, here's what you need to know about the creator of the Nutritarian diet, Dr. Joel Fuhrman: Dr. Joel Fuhrman is a long-term Board-certified family physician and seven times New York Times bestseller author who has a retreat center in San Diego called the “Eat to Live” retreat.  His specialty is preventing and reversing disease through nutritional methods. Dr. Furhman has shown that it is possible to achieve sustainable weight loss, reverse heart disease, diabetes & many other chronic illnesses using smart nutrition. In his medical practice, he keeps delivering this life-saving message to people around the globe.   Now, let's dive right in! The Connection between Nutrition & Chronic Illness   Modern nutritional science gives us the power to treat chronic diseases to a large degree. Access to processed & high-calorie nutrient-deficient foods more readily available at low prices has given rise to obesity and poor health conditions that follow. Things have gotten worse, not better.  The idea, proposed by Herbert Shelton in the 1950s, that the body is a miraculous self-healing machine and disease is unnatural is imperative. Dr. Fuhrman believes that it's not normal to live with diseases. One has to earn all diseases by living an unhealthy lifestyle. A species can be protected from disease if you feed it properly, taking care of all essential nutrients. This underlying premise will never change.    Studies reveal that wholesome organic plant-based diets can prevent chronic fatal diseases. So making healthy shifts in diet can provide longevity and help in reversing heart diseases, autoimmune diseases, diabetes, reducing daily migraines, getting rid of arthritis, and whatnot.   As such, Nutritional excellence can be utilized as a therapeutic modality. It can not only prevent disease but also reverse disease.    So, while we're living in a world of information with all the research readily available around us,    Why is there still so much confusion about nutrition?    The fast-food and the restaurant industry with billions of dollars to spend on promotion whereas the organic food producing industry doesn't put out  information at that scale. Nobody is promoting those industries.   With such a massive level of promotion of processed food and meats; it's easier to make people buy a full meal quicker for money, rather than try to eat whole foods.       The different types of diets out there and the media also have a role to play here. The vegan diet, the paleo, or the ketogenic diet, etc.  For instance, seeing people lose weight with the keto diet can be tempting to anyone who wants to lose weight.   The Issue with Most Types of Diets As we know, most types of diets are targeted towards either weight loss or reducing cholesterol levels etc. Yet, short-term change doesn't mean that a certain diet is sustainable. Dr. Fuhrman believes that short-term benefits shouldn't be utilized as a measurement of the success of any diet. Like medications, while they might be a good short-term solution, diets too might have some long-term consequences (such as the shortened lifespan of a person).    Likewise, for various diets, you could give credence & generate a hypothesis for short-term changes. However, you shouldn't draw conclusions based on short-term changes; instead, you should see the observations drawn from credible researches conducted over decades of people doing these interventions.    For example, when people are given a proton pump inhibitor for reflux esophagitis: in the short run, they feel better in the long run, we know that it increases the risk of heart attack or cancer; it's dangerous as a long-term solution.    The same thing goes for various weight-loss diets, we must conduct studies before concluding. What are the criteria for validating the effectiveness of a diet?   There are three criteria for giving high credence to a study on diet for long term use: The study should be conducted on thousands of people; not just 50 or 100 people.   Hard endpoints should be given more importance over soft endpoints. Soft endpoints are lost weight, lower cholesterol, etc. Most doctors make soft endpoints as the parameters to measure a diet's effectiveness. Hard endpoints are the increased risk of a heart attack or cancers etc. For Instance, some drugs that might help lower cholesterol in the short run might increase the risk of developing cancers in the long run. So, it's important to consider a diet's response to the impact on these hard endpoints.   The study should go on for decades not years. Short-term studies should be corroborated with long-term studies.    Some studies support that as people's dietary intake of animal products goes up,  their hard endpoint death rates go up, and as they increase plant protein their longevity increases.  There are also studies showing that both high-protein paleo diets & keto diets are extremely dangerous too in the long run; they shorten people's life span.  Including a lot of animal products and restricting various phytochemicals can be harmful.   About the Nutritarian Diet The nutritarian diet is a very nutrient-dense, sustainable diet with a moderate caloric restriction and micronutrient surplus for optimal health.    It's different from a whole-food, plant-based diet. The nutritarian diet tries to cultivate nutritional excellence by including a wide variety of food that covers the full spectrum of human needs for nutrients; the G-BOMBS.    What does the Nutritarian diet include?  The diet includes all the foods that are proven to have anti-cancer & longevity benefits—beans, mushrooms, nuts & seeds, fruits & vegetables, etc—including the most effective foods that enable people to push the envelope of human longevity, get to be in great health & live a hundred years long.    For instance, if you have a 1500 calorie limitation per day, what are the most nutritious foods that you can fit into the caloric pie for the day.    What are the G-BOMBS?   G-BOMBS are the six foods that have the most scientific support for extending the human lifespan & protecting against chronic illnesses. In the Nutritarian diet, it is recommended to include all of these foods on a daily basis.    Greens Beans Onions Mushrooms Berries Seeds   “The G-BOMBS are the foods with the highest nutrient-to-calorie ratio and the most scientific evidence to prevent cancer. Eat them almost every day.”   —Dr. Joel Fuhrman   The Importance of Including Nuts & Seeds in the Diet   Studies show that the inclusion of nuts & seeds in the diet decreases the risk of cardiovascular death by 40%. It's amazingly consistent across various studies—with every study having different cohorts with different ages, genders, ethnicities, high & low animal product intake, vegans or non-vegans, etc.    With every cohort looked at, the consistency was that the exclusion of nuts and seeds increased risks of cardiac diseases by 40%, and their inclusion of about an ounce a day reduced heart attack rates by 40%. Therefore, reducing mortality.    Here, conclusions are drawn based on consistency from one study corroborating another.    Oils vs. Seeds Oil is a fat-promoting food. Dr. Fuhrman explains that there's a huge difference between an oil concentrated from a seed and the seed itself. Walnuts are healthier than walnut oil, sesame seeds are healthier than sesame oil.    It's much healthier to include the whole nut or seed, rather than the oil from that nut or seed because the components of seeds are fine for people in small amounts when eaten a handful of seeds, but when people consume highly processed oils made from seeds,  they end up consuming those components—such as phytic acid, omega-6 fatty acids, lectin proteins, etc.—in much larger amounts than what's healthy for them.    In the nutritarian diet, recipes are created with whole nuts and seeds being utilized to prepare the creamy or fattiness of the food dressing, instead of just the oils.    Percentage of Animal Products in the Diet It's important to establish what percentage of the diet should be animal products. For a diet to be optimal, the animal product percentage should be between 0-5%, even 10% of calories from animal products on a consistent basis is enough to prevent you from maintaining optimal health.   A diet that has a 0-5% of animal products has a sub-optimal range of zinc, B12, K2 & DHA. Nutritarian diet includes the judicious use of supplements to ensure that an individual is not missing out on those nutrients.    Veganism & Deficiencies  It has been noted that people who have a vegan diet for all of their lives tend to develop dementia or Parkinson's disease in old age over those who have a plant-based diet rich in phytochemicals and antioxidants.  The reason is the deficiencies caused by the vegan diet that exacerbates the problems faced in old age.  There are studies to prove that as your Omega 3 index drops, the chances of cognitive impairment and brain shrinkage with aging go up. The nutritarian diet covers a beneficial B12 level and is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids to ensure that one's Omega 3 index remains above 5.    Is there a natural plant-based source of Omega 3 to replace supplements?  Essentially, no.  While the body can convert about 5% of Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) found in foods like hemp seeds, walnuts & green vegetables into Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and about 2% of that into Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). It depends on an individual's ability to convert which is subjective.   Macronutrients—too much or too little? There are three types of macronutrients—protein, fat, or carbohydrates. All of these act as our main sources of calories. The problem today is that people are consuming way too many calories than needed for their body's normal functioning. The most important thing is to maintain a balance in calorie intake as well as its source.  For instance, while a vegan diet that is too low in protein might be an issue, a diet with too much animal protein is also not safe.  Too much animal protein accelerates the aging process. On the other hand, as we remove animal protein from the diet, people should make sure that they include an adequate amount of plant-based protein in their diet to meet their protein needs. A way to look at this would be that there are two types of proteins: Protein that comes from Fat Protein that comes from Fiber  You want to increase your intake of the protein that comes from fiber. Don't equate the word protein with animal products. Beans, greens & seeds are examples of plant-based protein-rich foods.    The Bottom line While a very nutrient-dense, sustainable diet with moderate caloric restriction is important for optimal health, finding the right balance differs from person to person—the basis being the inclusion of the G-BOMBS in the diet.  Strive to learn about nutrition to eat healthily, rather than to lose a few pounds. Even though disease might be common today, let's learn to not normalize being ill or contracting a medical condition just because of age. This blog covered just the highlights from our latest podcast by Dr. Nisha Chellam, Board Certified Internist and Founder of Holistic ICON, and Dr. Joel Fuhrman, M.D. and Founder of Eat to Live Retreat. To know  more about the Nutritarian Diet, listen to the full podcast on our YouTube channel by clicking this link:This LINK In case you have any questions related to nutrition and diet, please drop us an email with your question and a brief about yourself at xdrchellam@holisticicon.com and we will get back to you shortly. Hoping that this blog provided clarity and answered your questions.

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Everyday it seems we face the same daily parade celebrities and experts wanting you to take the shot and eliminate covid 19. But is it true? On today's program, Bob shares an interview with Dr. Peter McCullough. Dr. Peter McCullough is Professor of Medicine at Texas A & M College of Medicine, Board Certified Internist and Cardiologist, President of the Cardiorenal Society of America, Editor-in-Chief of “Reviews in Cardiovascular Medicine,” Editor-in-Chief for “Cardiorenal Medicine,” and Senior Associate Editor of the “American Journal of Cardiology”. He has been the world's most prominent and vocal advocate for early outpatient treatment of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Infection to prevent hospitalization and death. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bob-biermann/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bob-biermann/support

Everyday it seems we face the same daily parade celebrities and experts wanting you to take the shot and eliminate covid 19. But is it true? On today's program, Bob shares an interview with Dr. Peter McCullough. Dr. Peter McCullough is Professor of Medicine at Texas A & M College of Medicine, Board Certified Internist and Cardiologist, President of the Cardiorenal Society of America, Editor-in-Chief of “Reviews in Cardiovascular Medicine,” Editor-in-Chief for “Cardiorenal Medicine,” and Senior Associate Editor of the “American Journal of Cardiology”. He has been the world's most prominent and vocal advocate for early outpatient treatment of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Infection to prevent hospitalization and death.

Everyday it seems we face the same daily parade celebrities and experts wanting you to take the shot and eliminate covid 19. But is it true? On today's program, Bob shares an interview with Dr. Peter McCullough. Dr. Peter McCullough is Professor of Medicine at Texas A & M College of Medicine, Board Certified Internist and Cardiologist, President of the Cardiorenal Society of America, Editor-in-Chief of “Reviews in Cardiovascular Medicine,” Editor-in-Chief for “Cardiorenal Medicine,” and Senior Associate Editor of the “American Journal of Cardiology”. He has been the world's most prominent and vocal advocate for early outpatient treatment of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Infection to prevent hospitalization and death.

Let’s Talk Women’s Health: Everything from Menstrual Health, Pregnancy to Menopause and more!   Most women live decades of their lives away putting up with many physical annoyances such as the discomfort of menstrual cycles, body ache, insomnia, swelling, and anxiety. Yet they continue to function doing what they’re supposed to; pushing themselves through it all.    Their name is way down in the list of the people they take care of—children, parents, partners, and so on. It's not until they experience complete well-being that they realize the burden they were carrying.   In this blog, we cover the highlights of a conversation between Dr. Nisha Chellam Board Certified Internist and Founder of Holistic ICON, and Dr. Marilyn Glenville Ph.D., a registered nutritionist the founder of Glenville Nutrition, talking about the various phases of a woman’s life and how we can change the underlying physiology by changing the lifestyle and the pattern of eating.    You will learn about:  Pre-menstrual Syndrome—All Questions Answered The Barriers on the Path to Healing  The Increasing Rate of Menstrual Abnormalities in Young Women Advice for Tampon Users Effect of Pregnancy on Women's Health  Role of Alcohol in Fertility An Outlook on Perimenopause The Possible Osteoporosis Epidemic The Mindset You Need to Regain Your Health How to Eat Healthily? How to Stay Consistent?   Get your notepads ready and keep reading!   Who is Dr. Marilyn Glenville? Dr. Marilyn Glenville Ph.D. is the founder of Glenville Nutrition, a registered nutritionist, psychologist, author, and broadcaster. She focuses on the natural nutritional healing of many chronic problems that women face—from menstrual irregularity, PCOS, fibroids, endometriosis, infertility to menopause, and osteoporosis. Helping women understand and naturally manage these diseases.    Pre-menstrual Syndrome—All Questions Answered   What is Pre-menstrual Syndrome?  Pre-menstrual syndrome is a change in a woman's emotional and physical health 7 to 10 days before her menses.   PMS involves a cluster of symptoms such as:  Water retention Breast tenderness Bloating Mood swings Food cravings The timing of the symptoms is more important than the symptoms themselves in this situation as the symptoms are varied and can be diverse from month to month.   Is it abnormal? Certain symptoms that notify you of your periods are normal. However, when it affects your quality of life—physically and emotionally—that’s when it becomes abnormal. If a woman faces major personality shifts that affect her relationships, the syndrome can turn into pre-menstrual disorder; a psychiatric disease.    Is Pre-menstrual Syndrome heritable?  While there might be some genetic snips that put you at a high risk of hormonal imbalance, understand that it’s the habits that run in the family, not the condition.  There could be a genetic component, but there are also patterns of eating in how the family eats together. PMS is something that a woman can take control of. You can heal the symptoms by making lifestyle changes.    What can help with PMS? Foremost, sorting out blood-sugar levels and get them under control.  This is the crux of hormonal imbalances—from the cortisol and progesterone to the thyroid; everything gets disrupted by blood sugar fluctuations.   The Barriers on the Path to Healing  Not trusting the process: The first step to healing is to believe that it is going to be worth making the effort to heal yourself. Dependence: A person can be prescribed as many pills to control symptoms, but that's not the goal here. Doctors can give as many solutions, but it's you who has to make the effort and take the action. Make better choices daily. Change is hard: Most women seem to choose to belong to a community over feeling alienated as they change their lifestyle to a healthy one. The Victim Treatment: Psychologically, part of the reason people want to stay in that phase is for comfort’s sake. Somehow it suits them to stay where they are rather than to move out of it. Without their even knowing, the disease has become their identity. They want to receive everyone’s sympathy and support.   The Increasing Rate of Menstrual Abnormalities in Young Women Nowadays, younger women ages 18 to 25 are facing more health-related issues — irregular menstrual cycle, gut-related issues, anemia, skin problems, etc. It’s an accumulation of lifestyle factors, stress, eating processed food, and the normalized lack of exercise. People rarely eat home-cooked food now.  Everything that’s impinging on them at such a young age. Plus, the endocrine-disrupting chemicals in the environment, in the toiletries, pesticides, etc. All of it differs from what women were exposed to a couple of generations ago.   Advice for Tampon Users Lifestyle-wise tampons may seem useful but they act as a dam and stop the blood from flowing when it’s supposed to.   Use organic cotton pads instead of tampons for regular use.   Before spending money, consider the presence of chemicals in the tampons or pads you use. The presence of chemicals such as dioxin in the paper used to produce them can have a carcinogenic effect.   Sometimes leaving the tampon in for too long can cause a toxic shock syndrome which can be fatal.   Start choosing the products you use as meticulously as food the food you eat. Try going as close to nature as possible.   Will changes in lifestyle and diet save you from all these chemicals in the air and products? We are always going to be up against things we can't control, yet we can always make better choices. Having a healthy diet, a sleep schedule, regular exercise, and good mental health help provide our body with all the tools it needs to fight against anything alien that enters the body. Learn to handle the stress, move away from processed foods, be aware of all the chemicals you put on and inside yourself to help your body function and fight efficiently.   Role of Alcohol in Fertility Alcohol affects fertility negatively. It also may have such a major impact on women’s liver and hormones that they may have to bear for the rest of their lives. As generations have changed, the consumption of alcohol in younger girls has significantly increased. Binge drinking as a practice of socializing has become common, but it comes with long-term consequences. In terms of pregnancy, the quality of the egg gets affected too by regular consumption of alcohol before pregnancy, even if you quit drinking while you’re pregnant.   What Does Pregnancy Do To Women? After giving birth, the female body changes significantly. Often times pregnancy leads to depletion of resources from a woman's body. Priorities change and she puts up with those symptoms for years while the baby grows. Dr. Chellam asks her female patients when was the last time they felt well and the answer in most cases is before childbirth. On asking the age of the child, the answer usually is 20 to 25 years. Meaning she has spent decades being unwell.   An Outlook on Perimenopause As the biological clock ticks, women go through another transition in their 40s: perimenopause.  For most women, perimenopause comes with irregular periods, fatigue, insomnia, vaginal dryness, lower libido, mood swings, and anxiety. The quality of life post-menopause depends on how motivated you are to make lifestyle changes to sustain your health in this stage. The quality of life matters more than longevity. “Healthspan is more important than lifespan.”  — Dr. Marilyn Glenville   The Possible Osteoporosis Epidemic One out of two women will have osteoporosis after they are 50, says Dr. Glenville. Osteoporosis is becoming more common in younger women. A lifelong lack of calcium results in diminished bone density causing osteoporosis. The reason behind this can be the raging Vitamin D deficiency as Vit-D is crucial for the absorption of calcium.  Women reach their peak bone mass around the age of 25 to 30. Research shows that regular consumption of colas and fizzy drinks containing phosphoric acid increases the risk of fractures in girls as young as 8 to 16 years of age. These young girls aren’t even reaching their peak bone density by the time they’re supposed to. The major factors that have a tremendous impact on women’s bone health are: Lack of Vitamin D Consumption of Cola & Fizzy Drinks Processed foods Lack of exercise Consumption of alcohol at a young age Note: You can’t go overboard with exercise either. Running 9 miles a day causes dilution of calcium off the bone to neutralize all the lactic acid produced with muscle activity.  Ultimately, it’s all about moderation.   The Mindset Needed To Regain Your Health People must understand if they want to move towards something better, they have to abandon the beliefs they used to have. They should leave old mindsets and habits for them to move forward. Change is scary for everybody. Look at this as a phase of growth. Be ready to make all the changes it takes for you to become healthier, even if you haven’t made them already.   How to Eat Healthily? Eat healthy 80% of the time and the rest 20% the body can cope up with a little treat. It’s all about moderation. Look at it as a way of eating that becomes a way of life. It’s not a quick-fix diet, but developing eating habits that transform our health so we can continue like this in the future. This is a long-term solution where the body can heal itself. On rare occasions, like a holiday or birthday party, for instance, treat yourself. Your body will cope with that.   How to Stay Consistent? Remember that the disease starts decades before the diagnosis. Understanding this time frame will help you be patient and consistent with your journey. For instance, if a person is smoking a cigarette, they don’t get lung cancer. However, if they smoke cigarettes for 30 years, the potential to get lung cancer is high and no one’s surprised. But with lifestyle changes, eating a couple of salads, and exercising for a month, if people don't see the needle move they get discouraged and give up. It’s important to understand that it takes years to gain that weight or earn that health condition, you most likely need a year or two to undo it and progress on the healthy path. Just be patient with yourself.   Book Recommendations by Dr. Glenville The Natural Health Bible for Women by Dr. Marilyn Glenville Pure, White and Deadly by John Yudkin   Want to listen to a more detailed version? Click on the link below to listen to our latest podcast by Dr. Nisha Chellam, Board Certified Internist and Founder of Holistic ICON, and Dr. Marilyn Glenville Ph.D., a registered nutritionist, psychologist, and author, on our YouTube channel: Here is the LINK Hoping this blog was helpful, in case you have any questions related to women’s health, please drop us an email with your question and a brief about yourself at drchellam@holisticicon.com

Things To Know Before Going For Your Next Vaccination All the talk going around lately about the vaccine leads to a lot of confusion, raising a lot of questions. We are living in a world of information overload. Whether one should go for the vaccine or not? Do different people have different reactions to it? Should you trust your physician blindly when asked to get vaccinated? Keep reading to find the answers. In this blog, Dr. Nisha Chellam, Founder and Internist at Holistic ICON in conversation with Dr. Cammy Benton, MD and Founder of Benton Integrative Primary Care, delves deeper into the volatile topic of Vaccinations in today’s day & age on topics like: Vaccine Reactions The Indoctrination of Physicians The Truth behind Vaccine Placebo Should we be mandated to take vaccines? Do vaccines prevent the transmission of the diseases?  Red Flags & what can be done about them? Informed Consent for Vaccine Understanding the reactions The Bottom Line  Let’s get into it!   Vaccine Reactions Different bodies have different reactions to vaccines. Some children go through a mitochondrial dysfunction when you immunize them; resulting in a reaction.  The best way to examine their reaction to the vaccine would be to studying the kids:  Nourishment: Were they breastfed or formula-fed? Environment: Were they in daycare or home care?  Influence: The habits of the mom. The immune response in every individual is very different. Some people get tenfold antibodies while others barely get any response.      The Indoctrination of Physicians Correlation does not mean causation, so why do we have such a visceral reaction when it comes to vaccines? That's because a judgment comes before listening to the facts. People themselves are confused about whether or not the vaccine is the way to go; the reasons behind this can be religious or dogmatic. We change our minds all the time based upon new data. We are thankful for science, but if that’s the only source of truth, it becomes dogma. Dogma is something you can't question without retaliation against your character, without societal pressure. While in reality, science is the ever-debate of how much you can observe.   The perspective isn't to dismiss the parents when they come inside reporting a vaccine reaction. Instead, physicians should look for patterns & study the risks that exist.   The Truth behind Vaccine Placebo In medicine, a truly inert substance called placebo is used in the study. This substance has no physiological effect on you.  On the other hand, vaccines are considered biologics. They have a different set of rules applied to them. Their placebos are either another vaccine, or they will have aluminum adjuvant solutions present in them to help them create a stronger immune response in people receiving the vaccine.  These aluminum adjuvants have certain proteins that are used as placebos. People or kids can be allergic to them; so how does one know that it’s not going to cause an activation against those proteins giving the same vaccine to all? Unfortunately, no one’s questioning this combination of aluminum adjuvants with these food proteins.  The idea that you are going to inject this aluminum adjuvant with this antigen and have a perfect immune-response isn’t always correct. In reality, some people under-respond, and some people over-respond, developing an autoimmune disease. So how can pediatricians or other healthcare service providers ensure safety when there are all sorts of activation with these solutions? While there have been studies for every vaccine, there need to be more studies about placebo. And how did that manage to have any scientific acceptance?    Should we be mandated to take vaccines? When we know that there’s going to cause issues, such as disability, skin infections or digestive problems, due to the vaccine reactions, the mandate should not exist. People should have a choice whether or not they want to get the vaccine, after getting well-educated about the specific vaccine — the risk, the reactions, the benefits, everything.  The Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) should be taken seriously, because if you’re just going to give this vaccine to the people for the greater good while there’s a possibility of collateral damage; we just want to know how significant this collateral damage is going to be.  For instance, if a disease is going to cause the death of 1% of the population but the vaccine causes mortal damage to just 0.25% of the population, is that a risk vs. benefit scenario? However, if the mortality rate by the vaccine is 0.25% of the population while 10% succumb to disability as an anti-reaction to the vaccine, is it something that we all should be mandated to take?  As for societal mandates, most people know nothing about vaccines. For instance, if you don’t get the vaccine for the coronavirus, even if the government doesn’t mandate it you might lose your job or access to social spaces. Even though we know that the vaccine might not certainly help in decreasing the disease transmission rates.  So, when there's a risk, how can you mandate something? It’s only reasonable to get vaccines depending on one’s environment. For instance, people can get vaccines depending on a change of environment (say, moving to another country). It just simply shouldn’t be mandatory.    Do vaccines prevent the transmission of the diseases?  Most vaccines tone down the severity of the disease, vaccines: Don't prevent the transmission of the disease. ( except in the case of heard immunity) Don’t decrease the hospitalization rates.  Don't decrease the complication rates. Only effect 20%-40% of the time.  For instance, the IPV for polio does not prevent the transmission of polio. It just decreases the neurologic risk.     Red Flags & what can be done about them? We may find a lot of mothers who simply avoid taking their children for vaccination because of all the information that’s floating around. They don't know how to figure out whether their child is or isn’t going to react to vaccination. The reasons why mothers stop vaccinating their kids  could be: They’ve had kids with vaccine reactions, so they stop vaccinating. They’ve had family members with severe vaccine reactions. So, what parents can do about this is: Educate themselves about the VAERS. Look out for patterns in your family before deciding whether or not you wish to vaccinate your child.  Trust your eyes, look for anecdotes & then ask questions. If you see or sense that your child is having a neurological reaction after a vaccination, don’t disregard it & go to the physician right away.  Discuss the patterns with your physicians.  As for physicians: Do not dismiss a patient just because you've been taught differently.  Expose yourself to the possibilities; that’s how you learn new things.  Educate people about the VAERS.   Informed Consent for Vaccine Informed Consent is the process in which healthcare providers educate a patient about the risks, benefits, etc of the procedure. Doctors are afraid to give out any informed consent because they know about the repercussions. That doesn't change the fact that the patients have the right to understand the risk of fatality or disability through the disease versus the risk of a vaccine reaction from the vaccine for the disease. The patient should be communicated about each & every detail.  Considering the information that there is to expose, informed consent cannot be given in a matter of fifteen minutes. As a matter of fact, just to touch the tip of the iceberg a physician would need at least 60 minutes of discussion about the vaccine.  Parents should study this by themselves before going to their physician.    Understanding the reactions It is essential to recognize the severity of the reactions considered as common reactions after vaccinations, and if they are causing neurologic issues. Since you can have a common reaction that is quite a pathological reaction. For physicians, this is where you must start learning what are the real side effects. How do you recognize them? If you see a neurologic reaction in a child then you must warn her parents & go slower with her.  Just wait for, say nine months of age, rather than rushing through it & going for vaccines upon vaccines. Waiting & going slower will surely help prevent even severe reactions. Physicians must respect the opinions of the parent if they say that the child is reacting, as they know their child better than anyone. Instead of looking for scientific proof in documentation & giving the vaccine anyway.    The Bottom Line Understand that it’s not one size fits all. You have to choose for your child & yourself. Get educated & do whatever it takes to make the right choice because you know your child better.   Doctors should listen to what the parents have to say, instead of shunning them. This kind of response only increases distrust among people. Each parent understands their child in a way you don’t, so listen to them and you might learn even more. As doctors, we know the disease better. Keep yourself updated. There’s so much to learn. Listening should begin with the physician.    This blog covered the highlights from our latest podcast by Dr. Nisha Chellam, Board Certified Internist and Founder of Holistic ICON, and Dr. Cammy Benton, MD ABIHM & IFMCP. If you wish to listen to a more detailed version, you can listen to the entire podcast on our YouTube channel by clicking this link: In case you have any questions related to vaccinations, please drop us an email with your question and a brief about yourself at xxx or xxx, and we will get back to you shortly. Hoping this blog was helpful! Listen to our newest podcast episode on vaccinations hosted by Dr. Nisha Chellam, Board Certified Internist and Founder of Holistic ICON in conversation with Dr. Cammy Benton, MD ABIHM & IFMCP for the enlightening discussion on the topic. Tune into the episode by clicking on the link in our bio!  

We're following up on a previous episode about the impact of Covid-19 on Black and Brown communities. This time we're taking a deep dive into the racial disparity in who has access to the Covid-19 vaccine, the reasons for it and what this says about racial disparity in health care in general. Joining us are Dr. Kiersten Kennedy from UAB Hospital, Dr. Candice Jones, Board Certified Pediatrician and Dr. Michael Howell, Board Certified Internist.

A special re-airing of Resume. Tune in for the premiere of Season 2 on Wednesday August 10th with special guest Adam Carolla.The premiere episode of Resume. Dr. Drew Pinsky is a board-certified internist, addiction medicine specialist, and media personality. This week he joins the show to reminisce about his life as a street sweeper and a lifeguard. He also explains the importance of balancing work with human relationships and recalls his journey to radio and TV. Plus, comedian Brad Williams shares a story in 'Part-Time!' ChrisLaxamana.comHost: Chris LaxamanaChrisLaxamana.comSupport The Show:Purchase the 'Resume Podcast Theme' song on iTunes and Amazon.And if you enjoy the show, please leave a rating and review on iTunes.

On this week's episode of the Humble Warrior podcast, we talk with Dr. Nisha Chellam, a Board Certified Internist who is also Board Certified in Integrative and Holistic Medicine.  She tells us how she discovered functional medicine through her own health struggles.  We talk about making your health a priority and she gives us some tips on dealing with stress.  Show Notes:  (1:21) Dr. Neesha Chellum Interview, (2:09) Dr. Chellum's journey into medicine, (8:40) New expectations from your doctor, (12:22) Functional medicine vs classic medicine, (18:04) Creating a relationship with your doctor, (21:31) Five pillars of health, (24:26) Giving your body a higher priority, (26:51) The myth of health insurance, (29:11) Investing in your health, (35:21) Making the quality of your life non-negotiable, (39:38) What happens to your body when you're stressed, (48:18) Recognizing early warning signs

The premiere episode of Resume. Dr. Drew Pinsky is a board-certified internist, addiction medicine specialist, and media personality. This week he joins the show to reminisce about his life as a street sweeper and a lifeguard. He also explains the importance of balancing work with human relationships and recalls his journey to radio and TV. Plus, comedian Brad Williams shares a story in 'Part-Time!' ChrisLaxamana.com