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So Proposition 64 has passed. The first thing you may want to know is, "When can I start buying recreational pot, and use it legally?" Yeah, but there's so many more questions to ask -- and the answers are still evolving. For our first "Policy and a Pint" panel of 2017, we gathered people who are shaping and creating the state's cannabis industry explain the highs and lows of Proposition 64, how it's going to affect California economically, culturally and politically -- and, whether you partake or not, what you need to know about our biggest cash crop. PANELISTS * Lori Ajax, Chief of California's Bureau of Medical Cannabis Regulation * Hezekiah Allen, executive director of California Growers Association * Nate Bradley, executive director of California Cannabis Industry Association * Gabriel Garcia, co-leader of the Cannabis Law practice at Kronick, Moskovitz, Tiedemann & Girard * Jay Schenirer, Sacramento City Council Member for District 5 * Andrea Unsworth, founder of StashTwist, a cannabis delivery service in Oakland, and co-founder of Supernova Women, a group focused on getting more women and people of color running businesses in the cannabis industry PODCAST TIMEFRAME * 0 to 5 minutes - Intro to California Groundbreakers * 5 min - Panelists introduce themselves and explain how they got involved with the cannabis trade * 19:45 min - The timeframe for rolling out the different parts of Prop 64 * 23:30 min - How does California compares and contrast to Colorado, Washington and other states where recreational pot is legal? * 25 min - How the state government is doing in regulating cannabis -- is it on track to meet Prop 64's deadlines? * 28:50 min - How will the two-tier system of state laws and city/county ordinances for the cannabis industry work ? * 33 min - Oakland has been a trendsetter in medical marijuana regulation -- what can other California cities learn from it? * 37 min - The City of Sacramento's post-Prop 64 plan for marijuana regulation * 40:50 min - The pros and cons of Proposition 64 passing * 45 min - The "Gold Rush of Pot" - boom or bust? * 54:20 min - What will the state and the City of Sacramento do with the taxes generated from medical and recreational marijuana? * 56:30 min - The law-enforcement aspect of regulating Prop 64 * 1 hr - How will California try to avoid the adverse impact of legalized marijuana use on youth and people of color? * 1 hr, 4 min - What are the major challenges ahead for Prop 64, and what can the public do to help? * 1 hr, 11:45 min - What's the future of regulating trademarks and branding for cannabis products? * 1 hr, 17:30 min - How will state regulation of cannabis compare and contrast to regulation of alcohol and tobacco? * 1 hr, 21 min - Can Prop 64 change anything about Federal banking and financial restrictions on the cannabis industry ? * 1 hr, 25 min - Will Jeff Sessions as Attorney General affect Prop 64? * 1 hr, 29 min - As a business owner, can I smoke cannabis on my outdoor patio? And can I host a cannabis vendor event? * 1 hr, 31:50 min - Interstate and intrastate commerce -- and collaboration -- with Nevada next door, which also legalized pot? * 1 hr, 34:50 min - Biggest hopes and biggest fears this year for the cannabis industry * 1 hr, 35:50 min - Councilman Schenirer, are you liberal or conservative on cannabis? * 1 hr, 36:50 min - How can the state create a unifying message for Prop 64? * 1 hr, 39:45 min - What will Prop 64 do, if anything, in shaping the cannabis industry geographically - can Sacramento be the Napa County of Cannabis?
"We have two different options. One option is that we can suppress and cover up our skin's problems with creams, makeup, or topical steroids. However, this is not really addressing the root problem of what is going on with our body. The other option is to really look at what the body is trying to tell us. The body is so wise and it's so important to pay attention to the signals that our skin gives us instead of ignoring them." - Dr. Trevor Cates The skin is an incredible organ that protects our underlying tissues, organs, and bones. Each day, it keeps us insulated, controls our body temperature, and helps us take in essential Vitamin D from the sun. The skin is also a key indicator that lets us know when our physical and emotional health is unbalanced. If our skin is dry, oil, itchy, or breaks out in acne, it's telling us that there is something else going on with our bodies that needs to be addressed. If our skin is so amazing, shouldn't we do more for it by eating the right foods and give it the care that it needs to stay strong and healthy? This week, licensed Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Trevor Cates aka The Spa Doctor shares her personal experience of dealing with skin problems and how we can heal our skin from within. You will learn how to use natural foods and real life methods so that you can have that healthy glowing skin no matter your age or race. Discover The Root of Skin Problems "We're all different because of our genes, but that doesn't mean that we're stuck with our genes. We can change our genetic expression based upon how we live. We can change the foods that we eat, the products that we use, or the toxins in our environment such as mold." - Dr. Trevor Cates We have the power to take control and improve our own health and wellness. At a young age, Dr. Trevor Cates suffered from allergies and infections that led to bumps and itchy hives on her skin. Once her parents got in touch with a holistic practitioner, she learned exactly what her skin and body needed to be healthy again. Soon enough, her skin cleared up and her self-confidence at school blossomed. The root of Dr. Cates skin problems were not only because of her genetics, but also because of the organic milk that she was drinking and the toxic mold in her home. Our skin acts as a magic mirror and can give us so many clues about our health. Take a moment a think to yourself, do you have the following indicators of poor skin health: Is you skin __________? Dry Oily Dull Do you have__________? Acne Eczema Hives Psoriasis Rosacea Whether we're experiencing mild or extreme cases, if these skin problems show up, it's a good indicator that something is out of balance in our bodies. The Best and Worst Foods for Our Skin There are many foods that can help improve the health of our skin, but there are also many trigger foods that can worsen it. Here, Dr. Trevor Cates has put together a list of The 5 Best and Worst Foods for Skin Inflammation: 5 Best Foods for Skin Inflammation: Berries Sweet Potatoes Ginger Wild Alaskan Salmon Cruciferous Vegetables 5 Worst Foods for Skin Inflammation: Sugar Dairy Barbecued and overcooked meat Refined grains Trans fats and common cooking oils such as vegetable oil Dr. Cates also shared that corn, soy, and nightshade foods (i.e. potatoes, paprika, tomato, and eggplant) also have a negative affect on our bodies. In her upcoming book, Clean Skin From Within, she shares more information on what foods to eat and what to avoid. How do we know what foods are best for us? To learn about your own body and what foods are good for your skin and what will make you break out, Dr. Cates suggests doing a 2 week to 1 month challenge to discover what specific trigger foods affect your health. During the challenge, eliminate any of the top trigger/ worst foods for your skin from your diet. At the end of the challenge, slowly reintroduce each food once at a time and see if you react to the food in a negative manner. Dr. Cates also has a 21 Healthy Habits Challenge. Avoid Harmful Ingredients on Your Skin "If you can't put it in your month, then you probably shouldn't put it on your skin." - Dr. Trevor Cates On average, we use 9 personal care products each day such as: shampoo, fragrance, shaving cream, lotion, face wash, deodorant, hair gel, makeup etc. More often than not, these products contain ingredients that are harmful toxins or hormone disrupting chemicals. Dr. Trevor Cates shared several specific ingredients that we should stay away from. You may click here to read her entire blog post, Are Your Skincare Products Causing a Hormone Imbalance? Even if products claim to be "natural," it's just a word that is used to hide the fact that the ingredients include synthetic fragrance and other hormone disrupting chemicals such as diethyl phthalate and DMDM hydantoin aka formaldehyde releasers. Fragrance Diethyl phthalate is a plasticizing agent that is used to help hold the scent in fragrance. Even though we all want to smell good, a long-lasting scent is connected to headaches, dizziness, asthma, and allergies. A better alternative is to use essential oils if you want to smell good all day. Do your research and find a company that you know you can trust and one that uses clean extraction processes for their essential oil products. Beauty Products Formaldehyde is a known carcinogen and irritant found in nail products, hair dye, fake eyelash adhesives, and some shampoos. It is banned in the European Union, but unfortunately the FDA still allows it to be used as an ingredient in our products. Sunscreen One common ingredient that also disrupts our hormones is oxybenzone. Stay away from products with this ingredient and replace it with something that includes minerals such as zinc oxide and anti-titanium dioxide. One of Dr. Cates' favorite sunscreens is from DeVita. The Impact of Our Emotions on Our Skin Genetics, food, and environmental toxins are not the only factors that affect our skin's health. Our emotional wellness plays a big part as well. If we're emotionally unbalanced because of stress and other factors, this can affect our thyroid health and cortisol levels. Excess cortisol levels can help trigger skin inflammation which can create or worsen skin conditions. To learn about your skin's health, Dr. Trevor Cates has a Skin Quiz that you can take. Here are Josh's results: Josh's Skin Quiz Test Results Take Action to Heal Your Family's Skin "It's important that instead of using food to help us feel better, we should deal with what's really underlying there. Find out what are the emotional issues that are going on and address those issues. The sooner you can do that with kids, the better you can help them address their health on their own. It's so much better than to say, "Here's a piece of candy. Everything's gong to be okay." - Dr. Trevor Cates on comfort food and children To help your family live life with healthy skin and bodies, lead by example. Whether they're 7 or 17, kids will pay attention to what their parents are doing and look up to them. Eat healthy meals and encourage them to do the same. Instead of serving the same traditional kid meals i.e. Mac n' Cheese or hot dogs, introduce new foods at an early stage. Take them to different restaurants such as Thai or Indian to help them learn to appreciate and try different foods. The earlier, the better. Pay attention to your children's dietary needs as well. If you know that some foods affect their skin, teach them what foods are not good for them and what substitutes are better for their health. If you know that your child shouldn't eat gluten or dairy, take a moment to teach them the importance of following their diet. Walk them through a self analysis by asking questions: What did you eat? How did you feel after you ate? How do you feel now? What should you eat in the future? About Dr. Trevor Cates Dr. Trevor Cates received her medical degree from the National College of Natural Medicine and was the first woman licensed as a naturopathic doctor in the state of California. She was appointed by former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to California's Bureau of Naturopathic Medicine Advisory Council and served on the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians’ board. In addition to her medical degree, Dr. Cates has a master’s degree in spiritual psychology from the University of Santa Monica. Dr. Cates consults patients over the phone and in her office in Park City Utah and is also a feature contributor on FOX13 News. Resources From The Show Dr. Trevor Cates' official website The Spa Dr. official website Take Dr. Cates' Skin Quiz to find out how healthy you are! Check out The Spa Dr. Podcast Buy sunscreen products from DeVita From Dr. Cates' blog: Are Your Skincare Products Causing a Hormone Imbalance? From Dr. Cates' blog: 5 Best and Worst Foods for “Skinflammation” From Dr. Cates' blog: Natural Remedies for Summertime First Aid From Weight Loss Resistance to High Performance with Dr. Matt Accurso Dr. John Gray: ADHD, Brain Health, & Sex Addiction Love vs. Fear: Body Intelligence with Katie & Gay Hendricks What You'll Hear On The Show 1:50 Josh discusses today's show topics and Trevor's bio 3:20 Introduction to Trevor 4:30 What's something unique about Dr. Cates? 6:00 Can you tell us about your past and story of healing?. 7:50 Did any foods or creams affect your skin's health when you were younger? 8:40 Mold's affect on our wellness 10:00 Do genetics create skin problems or does it depend what creams we use and what food we eat? 10:50 What can our skin tell us about our body's health? 12:20 Two options to approaching skin problems 13:35-Can emotional health also impact our skin? Similar to food and toxins, can our emotions improve or degrade our skin's health? 15:30 If we argue with our loved ones? Can this stress cause acne or other skin problems? 16:00 Does acne have an age gap? Can you get it at any age or can a hormonal imbalance trigger it? 18:00 What is Sebum? What is the connection between this oil and our skin? 19:20 How do we test what foods make our skin health and what makes our skin break out? 21:00-What are key ingredients in different skin and personal care products that we should avoid? 28:15 Can you suggest any brands that use essential oils or provide natural products that are good for skin? 30:00 Essential Bundle from Perfect Supplements for the Wellness Force Audience 31:20 The problem with FDA ingredient regulations and why we can't have safer standards. 34:20 Sunscreen Recommendations 36:10 What have you done to help your own family have healthy skin? 39:40 What can happen if parents don't set boundaries for their children? 41:45 What help change a person's mindset to eat better to get healthier skin? 44:00 Can an avocado mask help my skin? 46:10 Why did you decide to create your online skincare and supplement brand and program? 47:55 7 for 7 round with Trevor and Josh 50:40 Trevor's personal mantra and strategy for motivation 51:30 Trevor's definition of Wellness 51:40 Takeaways from today's show Rate & Review Wellness Force Aloha! 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Have you noticed your skin looking dull, blotchy, or less-than-silky-smooth lately? There just might be something deeper going on. Dr. Trevor Cates joins us tonight on Dr. Lo Radio to chat all about how your largest organ acts as a magic mirror to your health. You'll learn about: Common misconceptions about skin that are important to know aboutWhat specific skin changes are a sign that the body is not wellWhat food to eat and avoid to get your best skin ever Dr. Trevor Cates was the first woman licensed as a naturopathic doctor in the state of California and was appointed by former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to California's Bureau of Naturopathic Medicine Advisory Council. After working in several world-renowned spas, Dr. Cates became known as “The Spa Dr.” She sees patients in her private practice in Park City, Utah with a focus on graceful aging and glowing skin. She is also host of THE SPA DR. Podcast and the online Glowing Skin Summit. She is the author of Glowing Skin From Within ebook (#1 Amazon bestseller). Hosted by Dr. Lauren "Lo" Noel of Shine Natural Medicine.