Podcast appearances and mentions of loma linda

The Tim Conway Jr. gang is doing a LIVE show taping for advertisement agencies from the Honda Lounge at iHeart Media. // John Decker joins Tim Conway Jr. to talk about the ceasefire in place, and how Iran's nuclear program may have survived the madness. // Michael Monks talks LAPD and their accounting practices during the immigration raids and the heavy financial crisis. //  Mark Thompson talks about his experience with Rooter & Plumbing. ThThe Tower Hospital in Loma Linda and its many new, updated amenities. 

I sit down with Dr Timothy Yen, Gastroenterologist and Clinical Informaticist at Loma Linda University.  Dr Yen was building the Lynch Syndrome program at Loma Linda when he discovered Epic Cosmos, where the Epic's Care Everywhere could be used for research, regardless of the health system.  Epic Cosmos unlike other modules, isn't built around claims data.  Now Dr Yen can pull de-identified data from thousands of patients, aggregate statistics and more.  Cosmos is free for a health system to join, but they just need Care Everywhere.   It also has a system to potentially connect lynch syndrome providers without breaking any privacy issues.  Biggest barrier is going through the training and understanding how it works in order to do anything meaningful.  As patients, we need to remind our physician offices to be specific in documenting our visits.  

César De León is an ordained minister and licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. He holds degrees from Andrews, Loma Linda, and Fuller Theological Seminary. He has served as pastor, Ministerial and Evangelism Director, and vice president for Hispanic Ministries. He and his wife, Carolann De León, now direct Family Ministries for the North American Division. Carolann previously served as associate director for Ministerial, Family Life, and Hispanic Ministries at the North Pacific Union. The De Leóns are passionate about equipping families for Christ-centered relationships. They have two adult sons, Zac and Jonathan

César De León is an ordained minister and licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. He holds degrees from Andrews, Loma Linda, and Fuller Theological Seminary. He has served as pastor, Ministerial and Evangelism Director, and vice president for Hispanic Ministries. He and his wife, Carolann De León, now direct Family Ministries for the North American Division. Carolann previously served as associate director for Ministerial, Family Life, and Hispanic Ministries at the North Pacific Union. The De Leóns are passionate about equipping families for Christ-centered relationships. They have two adult sons, Zac and Jonathan

Special Episode Blue Zone Travel   https://www.bluezones.com/exploration/#section-1   The five "Blue Zones" in the world, which are regions identified as having a high concentration of people living to a very old age, are:    Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia, Italy; Ikaria, Greece; Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica; and Loma Linda, California, USA. Notably, four of these Blue Zones are located near oceans, making them easily accessible by sea travel.    Ocean proximity: Blue Zones like Costa Rica and California are situated not too far from coastlines, making them ideal destinations for those interested in combining a healthy lifestyle exploration with beach vacations.  Mediterranean Sea: The regions of Sardinia (Italy) and Ikaria (Greece) are located in the Mediterranean Sea, which can be easily accessed by cruise ships or ferries.  Cultural immersion: Visiting a Blue Zone allows travelers to experience the local culture, cuisine, and lifestyle, which are often linked to longevity.    My friend Kirsty mentioned this in January, so I've created a list of things to do for each. You are not guaranteed to have long life, or even a good time, but visiting one or more of the zones will require different types of travel. 1. Ikaria, Greece

Today on Health & Longevity, Dr. John Westerdahl's featured guest is National Geographic photographer, David McLain. In November 2005, David McLain's photojournalism appeared in National Geographic's featured cover issue and story, "The Secrets of Living Longer," which for the first time, introduced three Blue Zone regions of the world; Okinawa, Japan; Sardina, Italy; and Loma Linda, California. Blue Zones are considered areas of the world where among the world's healthiest and oldest living people live, including many people over a hundred years of age. David McLain discusses his experiences in exploring and photographing these cultures of longevity. He shares the lessons he learned from observing the diet and lifestyle of the people he met, including several centenarians, that contributed to their health and longevity.

Tornado in Pico Rivera / Weight Talk and Waist Sizes // Pico Rivera Tornado damages homes and knocks down trees.//  Emergency at Loma Linda hospital result of swatting call. // Blood Moon Set to Rise as Total Lunar Eclipse 

Brett McCallum is back as a guest host, and he's on a mission—to live to 100. The only problem? He's never even heard of Blue Zones, the magical places where people regularly hit triple digits without turning into cranky old hermits.In this episode of The Bare Facts, Sare breaks down the secrets of these longevity hotspots—Okinawa, Sardinia, Nicoya, Ikaria, and Loma Linda—where people somehow live longer without fad diets, gym memberships, or stress-induced meltdowns. From Ikigai (aka having a reason to wake up in the morning) to drinking just enough red wine to stay alive but not regret your life choices, we explore what actually keeps these people thriving.Can Brett ditch the carnivore diet and start ageing backwards? Or will he realise that living to 100 means 40 more years of emails? Tune in to find out!

(March 13, 2025)Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Senate Democrats say they will reject GOP's funding bill as shutdown draws near. Swatting call draws heavy police presence at Loma Linda Hospital, report of armed suspect unfounded. EPA administrator announces huge rollback of environmental regulations. A Tariff pile-on threatens to escalate a global trade war. CarMax rampage left one paralyzed, records say. Company outlines chilling event. Concerning H5N1 bird flu mutation appears in dairy cows.

This week on Health & Longevity, Dr. John Westerdahl's special guest is the late 104 year old Centenarian, Dr. Ellsworth Wareham, who was internationally recognized as one of the healthiest and longest living individuals living in the _Blue Zone_ city of Loma Linda, California. Loma Linda is a city identified by researchers from National Geographic Magazine as a geographic area in the world where people live exceptionally long, healthy lives. Dr. Wareham, who lived to be 104 years of age, practiced cardiothoracic surgery until he retired at 95 years of age. On this program, Dr. Wareham shares his health secrets that has contributed to his long, healthy life. He discusses his thought on how a plant-based diet is critical to the prevention, treatment, and potential reversal of disease, and how that diet can contribute to your health and longevity.

El secuestro en Culiacán de un prestigiado médico está por desviar la “guerra” en Sinaloa hacia un camino muy oscuro, de donde difícilmente se puede regresar. Esta historia arranca a la 1:30 de la madrugada del viernes 21 de febrero, cuando el doctor César Arturo Luna Lara, de 62 años, un reconocido cirujano en Culiacán, dormía en su domicilio en la colonia Loma Linda. Su sueño fue interrumpido por un comando que llegó hasta su puerta, entró a su casa y lo empujó a un vehículo hacia una dirección incierta. Lo mismo hicieron con su hijo, quien dormía en una habitación contigua. Quienes conocen al doctor Luna Lara hablan de él como un profesional de la salud de reputación intachable. Un cirujano preocupado con el bienestar de sus pacientes, buen vecino, gran amigo, excelente padre. Nada en su vida diaria haría pensar a sus familiares, amigos o conocidos, que el doctor estaría relacionado con algún bando en el conflicto armado que libran Los Chapitos y La Mayiza desde el 9 de septiembre, cuando inició la “guerra” tras la traición al “Mayo” Zambada que tiene al septuagenario capo encerrado en una celda en Estados Unidos. A pesar de eso, la manera en que el cirujano fue privado de la libertad tiene el signo de la mafia: un comando especializado lo extrajo de su casa en tiempo récord y de madrugada sin alertar a la policía. Como lo hacen los cárteles con sus acérrimos enemigos. A las pocas horas del secuestro, sus captores —por fortuna— dejaron libre a su hijo a la orilla de un camino poco transitado. Pero no dejaron ir al doctor Luna Lara, quien desde aquella madrugada continúa desaparecido y con una ficha roja emitida por el colectivo de búsqueda de desaparecidos Sabuesos Guerreras. Hasta aquí, lamentablemente, podría parecer una desaparición más entre las mil 12 personas privadas de la libertad desde que empezó la disputa Guzmán contra Zambada. Pero este caso es extraordinario por la capacidad que tiene para hacer daño en Sinaloa y a México. Este es el giro: desde que se conoció la desaparición del doctor Luna Lara, cuentas en redes sociales asociadas a Los Chapitos comenzaron a hablar del caso, ante la indignación social por otra víctima inocente. En esas cuentas se justifica el secuestro del cirujano, argumentando que sí se involucró en el conflicto al brindar atención médica a la agrupación del “Mayo” Zambada y, por lo tanto, es legítimo tomarlo como una especie de prisionero de guerra. El argumento fue atajado rápidamente por perfiles en X e Instagram que se presentan como parte de La Mayiza: aseguran que el doctor Luna Lara es ajeno a la batalla entre las dos escisiones del Cártel de Sinaloa y que sí es un inocente cuya única falta es “conocer a alguien de la empresa MZ o ‘Mayo’ Zambada”. Y el peligro está en un “Comunicado Urgente” que dio a conocer La Mayiza hace menos de 48 horas, el lunes 23 de febrero. Leo textulmente: “Los Chapitos han continuado levantando a más gente inocente sólo por conocer a alguien de la empresa MZ. Por eso, nosotros tomaremos la misma medida con los suyos y así continuará. Escuchen claro: o liberan de inmediato al doctor César Arturo Luna Lara y a todos los demás familiares inocentes que tienen o seguiremos respondiendo de la misma forma con su gente a como nos lo regresen, en esas mismas condiciones se les devolverá a su familia”. El comunicado continúa: “Pechera con pechera. Ustedes deciden cómo termina esto”. El gabinete de seguridad de la presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum se prepara ante la posibilidad de que el conflicto tome un giro amargo: que el médico cirujano no regrese con su familia o su cuerpo aparezca en algún lugar. Y entonces que La Mayiza decida ir a la venganza y vaya por los familiares, amigos y cualquier persona que alguna vez haya tenido contacto con Los Chapitos, aunque claramente no formen parte del crimen organizado. Entonces, será una batalla de locos. Ahora sí, el crimen irá por inocentes. Ya no como “errores” propios de la guerra, sino como objetivos claros para diezmar el bando contrario. Si eso sucede, nadie estará a salvo en Sinaloa. Ni siquiera adultos mayores o niños. Si se cumple la profecía, entraremos a un sendero oscuro muy difícil de desandar, incluso para los sanguinarios cárteles mexicanos. Por el bien de todos, que aparezca ileso el el doctor César Arturo Luna Lara en Culiacán, Sinaloa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Adventist Conference, February 14-16, 2025: Nikki and Colleen talk about this year's Former Adventist Conference and the theme, "Sabbath in Christ". Do you still wonder about whether you need to keep a Sabbath as a Christian? Why do some Christians call Sunday "the Sabbath"? What does it mean to have "Sabbath in Christ"? Don't miss this conference. You can register at: http://proclamationmagazine.com/ (Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission.)Support the showWebsite, donation link: http://proclamationmagazine.com/Facebook—Former Adventist: https://www.facebook.com/FormerAdventist/Facebook—Life Assurance Ministries: https://www.facebook.com/ProclamationMagazine/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FormerAdventist

Roger Seheult, MD, is an American quadruple board certified medical doctor who resides in Loma Linda, California. He has board certifications in internal medicine, pulmonary diseases, critical care medicine, and sleep medicine. Roger also runs the incredibly successful youtube channel, MedCram, where he provides unmatched medical education for free. His educational platform is used by hospitals, medical schools, and hundreds of thousands of medical professionals from all over the world.Roger has been at the forefront of medical professionals who are rediscovering the power of sunlight in medicine. He has been an important thought-leader, sharing the powerful effects of light on biology; particularly those only found in sunlight. He has also used his platform to inform the public about the dangers of current artificial lighting fixtures, rich in short visible wavelengths and not balanced by the longer red and NIR wavelengths.Roger's WorkMedCram WebsiteMedCram Youtube ChannelFollow MeWebsiteSubstackConsultationInstagramYoutubeTwitter/XSpotifyAppleLinktree

Buck and Nikki sit down with Dan Buettner, creator of the Netflix series Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones, to explore the wisdom of the world's longest-lived populations. They dive into the lifestyle, diet, and environmental factors that contribute to longevity, and how you can engineer these principles to extend your healthy lifespan.

In this episode, we dive deep into "The Science of Improving Sleep Performance" with the esteemed Dr. Sahil Chopra, MD.

 Is dementia really preventable? The answer is more complicated than a simple yes or no. There are some things we can control and other things we cannot, but  groundbreaking research shows that up to 40 percent of dementia cases might be preventable through lifestyle changes.  That's nearly half of all cases that could potentially be delayed or avoided. In today's episode, we'll explore the science behind daily habits that can protect your brain health. We'll separate fact from fiction about dementia and examine the latest research and most importantly, share practical tips you can take today to reduce your risk. Whether you're concerned about your own cognitive health or caring for a loved one, this month long series will give you lots of information, motivation, and inspiration regarding brain health. And what could be more important than saving the brains.   But first, let's do a quick mini medical school review about dementia and Alzheimer's. Today's focus will be on Alzheimer's disease because it accounts for 60 80 percent of all cases of dementia.  There are currently over 6 million people in the United States who are 65 or older who have Alzheimer's disease. It is the 6th leading cause of death in this country, but it moves up to number 5 if we're talking about older Americans.  Over the last 20 years, the incidence has increased by an alarming One hundred and forty five percent. Wow. So, what causes it? Well, that's a good question, and there isn't a clear answer. One way to think about dementia is to think about the way other organs fail, like heart failure and kidney failure. Dementia is, quite simply, brain failure. Now, the brain is made up of neurons, which are nerve cells, and those are found throughout the body. In the brain, these cells are responsible for complex connections and communication, and that enables us to think, smell, talk, see, hear, remember, make decisions, plan, and move our bodies. And with dementia, these cells start to die, and the brain begins to shrink.  But listen, brains typically begin to shrink around age 30 or 40 in perfectly healthy people. Then it ramps up around age 60, even more after age 70. We call this shrinkage atrophy, and to some degree it is normal.  But the good news is that we have some reserve to the tune of about 100 billion nerve cells, 100 trillion synapses, which are the connections between nerve cells and a whole bunch of neurotransmitters, Which are the chemicals that go between nerve cells to make communication possible. So, this network has some resilience even when there's an overall loss of brain volume. However, Alzheimer's is not normal atrophy. The brain shrinks at an accelerated rate. And no one knows for certain what happens inside the brain of people affected by Alzheimer's disease. But the two most notable things are plaques and tangles. If you've never seen it up close and personal, you may envision someone who doesn't know how to get around and can't remember your name. But, it's not really like that at first, and it's tricky. It's not uncommon for family members and close friends to get a little concerned about someone's mind, then see times of brilliance and you think, Oh, everything's fine. So, This visual of tangled neurons really helps us understand that. Sometimes you're brushing your hair and everything's smooth and then sometimes you hit a mess and the brush gets hung up.  These tangles interrupt the transport system in the brain. And it's thought to be related to the Tau protein. The other process that seems to contribute to Alzheimer's is plaque.  Now, When I say the word plaque, you may think of the dental hygienist prying your mouth open and picking at that buildup on your teeth. The plaques on your teeth are made of tartar, but the plaques in the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease are made of beta amyloid. And these are just sticky pieces of protein that come from the fatty membrane around the nerve cells. And things that stick together clump together, and these form plaques. And it blocks cellular communication.  On top of that, there's an immune response where inflammation causes cells to just be gobbled up.  There are going to be some great resources to better understand this process.  I'm going to put all of this together for you and send it out every Friday this whole month so you have all these resources at your fingertips. And of course, if you aren't on my email list. You should be. You can sign up so you don't miss it. Now that you have an overall understanding of Alzheimer's, let's get back to prevention. When we look at the research, we divide the risk factors into two buckets, modifiable and non modifiable. We're going to focus on the modifiable. Simply put, it's things you can control versus things you cannot. And this might be a really good time to recite the serenity prayer. Lord, help me to change the things I can. And accept the things I cannot.  Today, we will focus on what we can change. And I'm going to give you a quick list of known contributing factors for dementia. And this is not a complete list and these are not your practical steps, but I think this is good information for you to have before we really get started. Number one, diabetes, and it's way more prevalent than you might think.  Next is midlife, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, midlife obesity, smoking, physical inactivity, poor diet, which is the standard American diet, stress, and lack of quality social connectedness.  Notice there's a strong correlation between things that affect heart health and things that affect brain health.  We often don't think of heart disease or dementia as being reversible. But what if,  what if, that's a question that deserves an answer. What if it's preventable and what if it's reversible? Dr. Dean Ornish addressed that question in the 70s for heart disease. And in June of this last year, he released a small research study showing reversal of cognitive decline.  Let's pause for a minute and let that sink in. Not only is evidence showing that 40 percent of dementia is preventable, but now we have some evidence that at least in some people and to some degree, It's reversible. And if that doesn't motivate you, I don't know what does. Now, this study was promising, but small. We're going to dive into the details in an upcoming episode in this series, but we're also going to look at information published by a reputable medical journal called the Lancet Commission, as well as recommendations and facts from the World Alzheimer Report, the National Institutes of Health, or NIH, and the Alzheimer's Association. If you're interested in more information. , I'm going to put together a list of helpful resources, and some of them have some really cool visual tools where you can tour the brain. There's a link in the show notes to sign up for my email, or just go to my website, www. healthylooksgreatonyou.com There's some great resources for you there, and episodes on diabetes and hypertension, because those are also contributing factors.  And if all of this does motivate you to make lifestyle changes, as a bonus, you can sign up for a free mini course that I put together to help you work through making healthy habit changes. It's called seven day kickstart to healthy habits, but let's jump to the bottom line to quote the World Alzheimer's report 2024. "There is no magic bullet for dementia, but there are tangible steps big and small that individuals can take to reduce risk. And any step is better than doing nothing."   So let's look at those any steps.  There were nine risk factors that were identified to be modifiable, meaning you can change them, but they've added three more for a total of twelve. I've divided them up into eight steps. Step one is literally a step, and that's physical activity. Any activity is better than no activity. And I would also say, the more, the better. Aim for at least 30 minutes a day to promote blood flow to the brain, which feeds your brain by delivering oxygen and nutrients. Most experts have focused on aerobic exercise, which is getting your heart rate up. So, while it's great to walk three miles a day, if you aren't huffing and puffing just a little bit, But you probably aren't getting the maximum benefits. High intensity exercise can optimize the environment for creating new connections between neurons in the brain by releasing something called brain derived neurotropic factor or BDNF. This is a warrior in the brain that goes to battle to fight cognitive decline.  More recently, strength training is being emphasized, especially quad strength. The muscles in the legs are some of the biggest in the body. According to "The Brain Docs", Dr. Aisha and Dean Shirazi, research has consistently shown that leg strength correlates with enhanced cognitive function. And on top of that, strong legs means less falls as we age and falling is associated with all kinds of bad things besides bruising and breaking bones.  Another area that is currently being studied is called combined cognitive physical interventions. I'm going to talk more about this later, but it refers to activities that force you to use your muscles and brain at the same time. Now the studies are not conclusive, but the concept is that if you challenge your brain while exercising, you get more benefit. Some people call it exergames, but think dancing, tai chi, virtual reality games, walking and recall, such as memorizing scripture while you walk. That's something I really enjoy because it's also outside in nature, which is a great stress reliever. And the instructor at the gym where I go comes up with all kinds of things to make sure our brains are being challenged in our circuits class.   And speaking of moving, let's move on to step number two.  You probably knew this was coming, but the next step is diet. And of course, the big question is always, which diet? Let me just cut to the chase and tell you that lifestyle medicine promotes a whole food plant predominant diet. That means cutting out processed foods, especially ultra processed foods, and eating instead whole foods. You know, the way God designed them instead of the way food manufacturing industry packages them. And yes, I know it's expensive and confusing and I talk about that in other episodes, but if you want to protect your brain, you've got to nourish it and nutrients come from food. The more the food resembles the way it exists in nature, the more nutrients it contains. And that seems simple enough, but what does research and evidence tell us exactly? Well, Dr. Ornish says, whole food, minimally processed, plant based diet is best. for preventing and reversing dementia. And listen, his program is intense. The American College of Lifestyle Medicine says we should limit the amount of sugar and saturated fats. And make sure to eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. The World Alzheimer's Report tells us to diversify the food groups you consume and avoid ultra processed foods. In fact, we always say, eat the rainbow. That means different foods with different colors and that provides the different nutrients that we need. And, by the way, when we talk about foods with different colors, we're not really talking about Fruit Loops, regardless of whether or not they contain dyes. Listen, junk food is junk food whether it's brightly colored or pale.  So what kind of diet? We're talking about diets that are rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats. Those are all associated with better brain health. The Mediterranean diet is a classic example. The Mediterranean diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, fish, and healthy fats, and has been consistently linked to lower rates of Alzheimer's disease.  And the MIND diet is a combination of the Mediterranean diet and the DASH diet, which is used to treat and prevent hypertension. And it has also been shown to reduce dementia by as much as 53 percent. I have a separate episode on that.  If you actually read the list of 12 modifiable risk factors, it doesn't specify diet, but instead includes maintaining a healthy weight and diabetes. And both of those are directly related to diet.   Step number three is don't smoke. I'm not going to spend a lot of time on this one because fortunately most people don't smoke. That's one of the reasons that the rates of heart disease and stroke are decreasing. However, marijuana use is skyrocketing and we are starting to see evidence that it can increase the risk of heart attack by four fold. And I imagine as this trend plays out, we'll see more and more negative effects. On top of that, air pollution has been linked to dementia. Now, I do have an episode on smoking cessation with some helpful resources. I'll link it in the show notes. You can find it on my website, but suffice it to say that anything that damages blood vessels damages the heart and the brain. Smoking contributes to cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure and stroke. And is clearly a risk factor for dementia. Hypertension is independently listed as one of the 12 modifiable risk factors and so is a high LDL cholesterol.   Step 4 is meaningful social interaction. We need people in our lives. Ideally, we could combine all these measures together. Eat your meals with people. Exercise in a class. Stimulate your brain with games that involve another person. There is strong evidence that links social connectedness to overall health in general and brain health in particular. Not only that, the one thing that is the strongest indicator for both happiness and longevity is It's social connectedness.  I have a couple of episodes on loneliness. The latter focuses on mood and it turns out that depression is also a risk factor for dementia.  To be honest, it's hard to know the difference or which came first,  but it's clear that loneliness is linked to poor health outcomes in general. Step number five is stay mentally active. Now, people with less education to begin with have an increased risk of dementia. But that doesn't mean that once you graduate, you can stop there. Be a lifelong learner. And this doesn't just mean to sit around and do brain teaser puzzles, although there may be some benefit to that. But there's clearly benefit in learning new things, especially hard things. Challenging your brain helps create new connections, and new connections help maintain reserve during the aging process. Learning a new language is probably one of the best things you can do to challenge your brain. But it's hard. Memorizing is another good thing, and I cannot tell you how much memorizing scripture has meant to me personally. Not only for brain health, but for spiritual health.   Number six is just protect your body.  Pay attention to your overall health, that includes your teeth, but specifically protect your noggin. Head injuries are associated with an increased risk of dementia. I'm going skiing this month and I will be wearing a helmet, but also make sure your home is safe. Rugs can be a hazard, so can puppies and bathtubs. Remove clutter and cords so you don't trip.   Other things that fall under protect your noggin are hearing aids. You see, when sound enters your ears, it goes to your brain for processing. And when you can't hear well, those parts of your brain start to shrink. Wearing hearing aids may help prevent dementia. And more recently, research has also found an association between vision loss and dementia, likely for the same reasons. So, maximize those inputs to your brain through your eyes and ears and protect your head.   One of the most common causes of traumatic brain injury is car accidents. Two of the biggest factors associated with motor vehicle crashes are alcohol and sleepy driving.  So, step number seven is avoid excess alcohol. Previously, evidence indicated that one to two drinks a day was considered safe and maybe even protective. Admittedly, people who live in blue zones often consume red wine on a regular basis. And if you aren't familiar with blue zones, I'll have an upcoming episode, but basically, It refers to five geographic areas in the world where people routinely live to be over 100 years old with vim and vigor.  Only one of them is in the United States. It's in Loma Linda, California. There's a large population of people there who belong to the seventh day Adventist faith in that part of the country. And their lifestyle is marked not only by faith, but also strong social ties, a vegetarian diet, time in nature, and no tobacco, and no alcohol. Regardless, there is an alarming trend of increasing alcohol consumption, and excess alcohol is clearly linked to dementia. For more on alcohol, I included a previous episode link in the show notes. There is no controversy in the literature that two drinks a day is the limit. Quitting is hard, but And I've included some resources on my website.  Lastly, step number eight is sleep. I know, I know I said there were 12 modifiable risk factors. Thank you so much for paying attention. I will list them out, one through 12 in my newsletter. But for this episode, I grouped them together.   In a recent episode, I called sleep the mood mechanic. But the brain repair work that goes on during sleep is so much more than mood. Poor sleep is associated with so many of the risk factors for dementia, like diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, depression, and obesity.  Poor sleep, especially in late midlife, is associated with an increased risk of dementia. And if this is an area where you struggle, you will be glad to know that I have an entire series on sleep coming up next month with lots of great resources. Some of them are already on my website so hop on over there and snag them.  The Lancet Commission states that "Our new life course model and evidence synthesis has paramount worldwide policy implications."  And they conclude by saying, "It is never too early and never too late in the life course for dementia prevention." So, no matter how old you are and what your risk factors are, prioritize your physical health and your brain health because healthy looks great on you.  RESOURCES: Join the email list for all the resources Preventing Cognitive Decline Practical tips for caregivers and friends of people with dementia How to prevent and reverse type 2 diabetes Control your blood pressure How to quit  Sleep - the mood mechanic Kickstart Healthy Habits in 7 Days The deadly epidemic of loneliness From loneliness to belonging Which diet is healthiest?         The information contained in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not considered to be a substitute for medical advice. You should continue to follow up with your physician or health care provider and take medication as prescribed. Though the information in this podcast is evidence based, new research may develop and recommendations may change.   

Ryan Greigg and Jacqueline Smith discuss the secrets of longevity and health in part one of their two-part series on the 15 Point Plan podcast. Explore the "Blue Zones" of Nicoya, Icaria, Okinawa, Sardinia, and Loma Linda, where centenarians thrive. Uncover four key factors—natural movement, positive outlook, wise eating, and meaningful connection—contributing to a long, healthy life. Discover how these insights align with the 15 Point Plan and set the stage for further exploring anti-aging innovations in the next episode. ---------- Connect with the 15 Point Plan: 15 Point Plan: https://WinMakeGive.com/15-point-plan/ Win Make Give Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WinMakeGive Learn more about the co-hosts: Jacqueline Smith: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerae_smith/ Ryan Greigg: https://www.instagram.com/ryanparkgreigg/ Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

Women's Brain Health: A Dark Past, But A Bright Future. “For centuries, the narrative surrounding women's brain health has been overshadowed by pervasive biases and misconceptions... These biases highlight an urgent need for a reformed approach that acknowledges and addresses women's unique health challenges, both neurological and otherwise.” By Dr Dean Sherzai at @thebraindocs. ===================== Original post: https://thebraindocs.com/womens-brain-health-dark-past-bright-future/  Related Episodes: 854: [Part 1] Hormone Replacement Therapy: When Standard Therapies Become Dangerous https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/854-part-1-hormone-replacement-therapy-and-the-opioid-epidemic-when-standard-therapies-become-dangerous-by-nelson-huber-disla-at-nutritionstudiesorg  855: [Part 2] Hormone Replacement Therapy https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/855-part-2-hormone-replacement-therapy-and-the-opioid-epidemic-when-standard-therapies-become-dangerous-by-nelson-huber-disla-at-nutritionstudiesorg  309: Fighting Hot Flashes With Diet https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/309-fighting-hot-flashes-with-diet-by-the-physicians-committee-for-responsible-medicine-at-pcrmorg    401: Mythbusting Soy: Women's Health & Hormones https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/401-mythbusting-soy-womens-health-hormones-from-switch4goodorg    474: Dietary Approach to Naturally Treating Menopause Symptoms https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/474-dietary-approach-to-naturally-treating-menopause-symptoms-by-dr-michael-greger-at-nutritionfactsorg    620: Fitness Over 50: 7 Ways a Plant-Based Diet Can Help Women Stay Active https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/620-fitness-over-50-7-ways-a-plant-based-diet-can-help-women-stay-active-by-debbie-ingram-at-nutritionstudiesorg    687: Soy Foods for Menopause Hot Flash Symptoms https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/687-soy-foods-for-menopause-hot-flash-symptoms-by-dr-michael-greger-at-nutritionfactsorg    711: The Plant-Powered Path Through Perimenopause https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/711-the-plant-powered-path-through-perimenopause-by-anna-pelzer-at-mainstreetvegancom  935: Can Plant-Based Foods Help With Fibroids? https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/935-can-plant-based-foods-help-with-fibroids-by-charlotte-pointing-at-vegnewscom    Your Brain On… podcast: https://thebraindocs.com/podcast/ ===================== Ayesha and Dean Sherzai are co-directors of the Alzheimer's Prevention Program at Loma Linda University. They're both practicing neurologists, scientists, authors, parents, and a husband and wife duo that know the value of healthy lifestyle choices and they've  seen the impact that their NEURO Plan framework has in making the sick healthy and in taking healthy to the next level.  They met as young physicians and in their first conversation learned that both of their grandparents had spent their remaining days on this Earth suffering from dementia. They vowed to do whatever they could to help others avoid this fate and build healthy minds and bodies. They conduct research, treat patients, and serve as professors at Georgetown University, Columbia University, the National Institutes of Health, Mount Sinai, and Loma Linda University, where they serve as the co-directors of The Alzheimer's Prevention Program. They've worked with devastatingly disease-ridden populations and some of the healthiest people in the world – the Loma Linda 7th Day Adventist population (a Blue Zone community, defined by living measurably longer and healthier lives due to optimal nutrition, exercise, stress management, and social support.) ============================= FOLLOW THE SHOW ON: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@plantbasedbriefing     Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2GONW0q2EDJMzqhuwuxdCF?si=2a20c247461d4ad7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plant-based-briefing/id1562925866 Your podcast app of choice: https://pod.link/1562925866 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlantBasedBriefing   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/plant-based-briefing/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plantbasedbriefing/    #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #braindocs #womenshealth

Sardinië, Okinawa, Ikaria, Loma Linda en Nicoya: deze ‘blue zones' zijn plekken waar mensen veel vaker 100 jaar of ouder worden, en dat in goede gezondheid. Wat maakt deze gebieden zo bijzonder? In deze serie maak je kennis met wetenschappers die op zoek zijn naar de formule voor een gezond leven. In de laatste aflevering vertelt Masi Mohamaddi (Eindhoven University of Technology) hoe onze huizen en wijken onze gezondheid bepalen—en hoe ze die inzichten gebruikt om slimme woningen te ontwerpen waar ouderen gezond en gelukkig de 100 halen.Deze serie is gemaakt door de Universiteit van Nederland met ondersteuning van het Institute for Preventive Health, een alliantie tussen Eindhoven University of Technology, Wageningen University & Research, Universiteit Utrecht en Universitair Medisch Centrum UtrechtZie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

‍Can a dental practice function on a NO-hygienist model? In this Monday Morning Episode, I sit down with Dr. Ron Schefdore, a trailblazing dentist who dared to challenge the conventional hygienist-dependent model and hasn't looked back since. He bravely shares his transformative journey, detailing the hurdles and victories of running a practice without hygienists. By prioritizing time with patients and refining diagnostic capabilities, Dr. Schefdore not only enhanced patient care but unveiled significant financial benefits. He offers a candid look into the operational dynamics of his practice, demonstrating how a focus on customer relationships can complement financial growth in the dental industry.Further into the conversation, Dr. Schefdore delves into practical strategies for managing the shift, particularly in scenarios involving the exit of hygienists. His methodical approach includes a gradual dropping of insurances to attract and maintain loyal and high-quality patients, while emphasizing the pivotal role of training and teamwork. Ron passionately challenges the traditional mindsets that dominate dental practices and invites you to do the same!What You'll Learn in This Episode:The compelling advantages of a no-hygienist dental practice model.Steps to overcoming operational challenges without hygienists.Financial benefits of spending more time on patient diagnostics.How to navigate network transitions for retaining top-tier patients.The critical role of training and teamwork in a restructured practice.Strategies to shift the mindset of traditional dental practices.Tune in now to explore the no-hygienist model with Dr. Ron Schefdore!‍‍Sponsors:‍CareStack: Modern, Secure, Cloud-Based Dental Software for Growing Your Practice! With state-of-the-art features including Online Appointments, Integrated Payments, Text Reminders and more. Click the link here for a special offer: https://thedentalmarketer.lpages.co/carestack/‍You can reach out to Dr. Ron Schefdore here:Website: https://www.pharmaden.net/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dentalcoachingsystems/‍Mentions and Links: ‍Education:Loma Linda University‍If you want your questions answered on Monday Morning Episodes, ask me on these platforms:My Newsletter: https://thedentalmarketer.lpages.co/newsletter/The Dental Marketer Society Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2031814726927041‍Episode Transcript (Auto-Generated - Please Excuse Errors)‍Michael: Hey Ron. So talk to us. What's one piece of advice you can give us this Monday morning? Ron: Don't worry about not finding a hygienist or having hygienist issues because I did a no hygienist model very successfully for decades. And I teach that to dentists now and how to do the same thing.Michael: Interesting. Okay. So if you can a little bit expand on, how did you first transition to the no hygienist model and what were the biggest operational challenges you faced? Ron: The first 17 years in practice, we built three practices. I owned the three buildings. Staff of 36 associates out of network financially.It was fantastic. It was like every dentist's dream, right? And what I realized after that long of managing people that that is not my forte drove me nuts somebody offered me some stupid money and I took it And thank God because it gave me an opportunity to grow up now being a dentist and say, you know, what do I really want to do?Why am I here? What excites me? And for me, it was spending more patient time, which a lot of doctors want to do. So I says, if I want to spend more doctor time, and I really want to help people with their perio, get them cure basically of perio, get them to look better, the things that excited me and the work I wanted to do, that means that I can't be chair hopping.Forget the chair hopping. I don't know a dentist that likes it. I mean, There is some weirdos that like it, but who the hell wants to keep jumping from chair to chair? This never excited me, never interested me. And not getting paid, they're all joining these cut rate insurances.Why you went to all the schools, spent all this money and you're an expert. Why are you doing that? I never bought into that and I had, a bunch of money. So I didn't really need to worry about the money when I opened up the second practice of a new hygienist model. we figured it out and very quickly in today's dollars, we got up to doing a million dollars and bringing home ham and I did that for a couple of.and I had six weeks vacation, sometimes a little bit more, took a month off. A lot of times, it was the best of all worlds. And so once I retired the second time, five years ago from clinical dentistry, I started getting on Facebook and just telling dentists, Hey, you guys could still have it all.It works out really good. You're having so many hygienist issues. You don't need those anymore. Hygienists are valuable. However, they're getting theirselves. Out of the market, they're pricing themselves out of the market. They have quite an attitude. So many of them think they're doctors and it's like, no, you're an employee.You might be a colleague, but you're still an employee. So let's not cross that line, it's just a weird dynamic. Now, I've met hygienists that are awesome. I'd hire them in a second. That's 5 or 10 percent of them that I've met. And this is a real problem with most dentists that I've talked to.Don't do a hygienist model. Get out of network or minimize the PPOs. Keep just the best ones. You only need 400 active patients. For this. That's it. If we all only had 400 active patients, there's plenty of patients to go around. All these dentists are fighting over. I need 1, 000. I need 2, 000. I need 3, 000 patients.That's crazy. No, you don't. You know, just, Just stop the nonsense already. So that's my advice. Michael: Okay. Okay. So then when you apply this or what systems or workflows did you have to adjust to maintain or improve your patient care without a hygienist? Ron: One column, see one patient at a time, minimize the amount of re cares that you do, and it's assisted hygiene.No, it would be stupid for a doctor to do hygiene all day long. Get that out of your brain. Oh, I'd rather do something else where I make more money. I could prove to you, any dentist can make six to seven hundred dollars an hour doing a re care visit. I've done this on dozens of practices.How many doctors are making 700 an hour without even breaking a sweat? I mean, That is about the easiest appointment you could do. Why not have some appointments during the day that are easy on us both emotionally and physically? There's nothing wrong with that. So, you know, 800 an hour and you get a 50 percent overhead, that's a million a year and bringing home 450, 000 pace.Why do we need a hygienist? Most dentists, if they made a half a million dollars a year take home, they would be very, very happy with that. I did that for decades, took six weeks off, and it was, dentistry's still hard, but you know, I only had three cross trained staff. So when you're doing hygiene, you minimize the amount of re care that you do, and you use a great cross trained assistant with you.That's all you need to do, and you fit those half hour appointments, it's half hour doctor time, half hour assistant time on the recare, that time that you spend with them is so much more fun, and it's relaxing in between all the hard work that we have to do, look, I don't have any physical problems, it didn't burn me out, it was so much easier than what dentists are doing.Please do this, please look at this. Michael: Gotcha. Yeah. if we are already, we have a hygienist our new patients are coming in, we're pretty bustling office, right? And then right now our hygienist left. We're listening to this episode and we're thinking, man I, I want to do this, but we just have too many patients at this time.would you recommend in that situation? Ron: That's when you strategically over 18 months get out of network and half the patients will fall off, which is fantastic because the ones that stay will stay pay and refer because they like your service, but you got to change the mentality of a PPO doctor to an out of network doctor.It's a big change and you need some coaching on it. If it's not me, get a successful other network doctor to talk to you on how to treat, how to present treatment to patients, how to make the appointments in your schedule. It's. It's way different than a PPO. You can't expect a network patients to get the care that they receive in a PPO setting.It's much different. So you gotta learn that. Michael: Okay, interesting. So then, how have the dentists you've taught responded to the model? Like What are the most common difficulties or misconceptions they have when transitioning? Ron: Number one, oh, it's going to cost me money to do a recare visit because I could make so much more money by going and doing blah, blah, blah, blah, blah.And that's their belief. And I say, well, why are you making half the income that I am? And I'm seeing half the patients. I had to change their belief system. And it's the common belief with dentistry that they miss. The biggest reason they missed that is because. Where do we make our money in dentistry?Every dentist misses this. It's the diagnosing. The PPO doctor spends two minutes diagnosing. Why would you do that when I could spend 30 with the patient? If I spent 30 minutes with the patient and you spend two, who's going to diagnose more work? Who's going to get more acceptance? Who's going to do bigger cases?Me, all day long. the thing that makes dentists the most income and the most fun is the diagnosing and helping the patient get through that process. They're not doing that. So when you get the hygienist out of that, and the doctor does more of that, it's great. Keep your hygienist. Keep her doing the scalings.Most of the office I see, 16 percent to 10 percent of their patients are going through scaling and replanting, or less. Where 50 percent of the public has periodontal disease. If you don't have at least 30 percent of your practice going through scaling and replanting, there's a lot of bloody profits being done.It's just a fact. And your two minute exams, I'll fly anywhere in the country. I'll follow you around, doctor, after you do the exam, and I'll find five to fifty thousand dollars worth of treatment every week that you didn't even diagnose or talk to the patient about. So don't give me that bullshit.Thirty seven years, I can't be bullshitted. There isn't nothing you're going to tell me that I haven't seen in dentistry in thirty seven years. I challenge any doctor at that one. I've done this already. Michael: Yeah. Okay. So then how has the dynamic when this happened your team changed the removal of a hygienist?Like, did you need to train your dental assistants differently? And how does this affect the efficiency? Ron: Yeah. I mean, You have to spend time with the hygienist, which was a lot of fun teaching them dentistry. My assistants knew almost as much as I did, and technically with their hands, geez, I had two assistants.They were better with their hands than mine. You should see their temporaries. Their were awesome. They were very good with their hands. So you might be surprised that one of your team members might be just as good, if not better than you. And they're quick. they come up with ways to make things more efficient.So you just spend time with them, nurture them. And there are a lot of smart people that really appreciate that can really help you, but yeah, you have to train them and be patient. It's like a child. You know, If you're at home, what are you going to do? Scream at them all day? You got to be very patient.Michael: Yeah, no, that makes a lot of sense. So then, did you communicate the change to your patients? Or, like, did you face any resistance? if so, how did you overcome that? Ron: At first I did, there's always remarks and dentists, this is one of the things the challenges they have is the patients will mentioned something about the hygienist and most dentists look like, oh, you're doing so bad that you can't even get the hygienist.I flipped that around. I said, look, I spent eight years in school. Would you rather have somebody clean your teeth that's been in school for eight years or somebody that's been in school for two years for the same money? And I had to shut up. Every patient then laughed and says of course, eight years.I go, good. Then you win me today. All right, let's go. And that was the end of it. You built more of a concierge service and a better service. It's like, holy cow, no doctor in this community spends this kind of time with their patients. That's what made us unique. And those are the kind of patients that you're willing to attract, that are willing to pay your fees.Most of my patients were not rich. They were middle class America, but they were looking for better service and they found the money or payment plans in doing a treatment in stages. Michael: I like that. So then is there any fear, Ron, where it's Oh man, I don't ever have time off almost a thing, right?Like I'm going to be called for emergencies for any little thing, for cleanings, all these stuff. It's too much on me. I want to start delegating these things that I kind of don't like like pro fees and stuff like that Where does that mentality go? Ron: Okay. The mentality is Doctor do you like to make money?Well, Of course Well, then you better find a way on how to do a recare and do part of the pro fee You're not doing the full pro fee you're doing part of it. So my sonic cleaner I thought of it as a perioprobe, it just wiggles up and down, because I go through every pocket and look at every tooth and take pictures along the way.To me it was a diagnostic tool. So doctors, it's how you look at things, I looked at it as this has given me an opportunity to find the work that I want to do. All of a sudden I'm doing cases I want to do. So it's the bad attitude that they have, the belief that they have. you got a lemon, make lemonade out of it.It was great. I'm lemonade all day long like this. I was in such a saturated market in Chicago that there was like 15 doctors within walking distance. I was always busy. I made more income. I took more time off and they all were doing the opposite of what I was. And when I told him about it, I go, no, that'll never work.Okay. You keep doing what you're doing, because others clean up here. Michael: Yeah, Ron: works. It works every time. You just have to change your belief system and I'll prove it to him. I've been doing this for so long. Michael: Yeah, no, that's wonderful. Now, real quick. One of the last questions is this model.Cause you mentioned where you were at in the location. Is it scalable for practices in different settings, like urban, rural, large or small, what adjustments would need to be made? Ron: It's easier to do in the rural area because you're the only one there. And if you give better service than any dentist, within 30 miles, 40 miles around, holy cow, they immediately drop all the insurance.They can't believe it. I can give you a bunch of names of a bunch of doctors that haven't to in urban areas where there's a lot of competition. New York City, Chicago, big cities that are wealthier. This is perfect because you don't need a lot of patients. There's patients that want good service in urban areas, period.you don't need a lot of them because it's so condensed. It's not that difficult to find 400 patients. you gotta get a really good marketer, but you gotta learn how to answer the phone. the doctor has to present treatment and treat people well.You have to learn those leadership skills and those presentation skills too. Michael: Awesome, Ron. Thank you so much for this. I appreciate your time. And if anyone has further questions, you can definitely find them on the Dental Marketer Society Facebook group, or where can they reach out to you directly? Ron: Okay.DRS Coaching Systems, Facebook page. Just go there. You'll hear what a bunch of doctors are saying about the coaching. And go to make an appointment with me at pharmaden. net. That's P H A R M A D E N dot net. Yep, at my calendar. that's my nutraceutical company. we figured out at Loma Linda, we did a double blind test and figured out the periodontal disease.If you give them a certain nutraceutical during treatment the outcomes are much better. The bleeding pocket depth was much better. We created that 20 years ago, used that on so many patients. go to there, go to the website, go to the calendar, make an appointment. I'll talk to anybody for free.I'm not an expert, I'm just going to tell you what worked in our office. what worked really well and what we achieved, most dentists are trying to achieve. So I'm not saying I'm some guru, I'm just going to tell you what worked for me. and I'd be happy to show you exactly the same way.I got no special skills. If I could do it, you guys could do it. Michael: Nice. Awesome. So that information is going to be in the show notes below and Ron, thank you so much for being with me on this Monday morning episode. Ron: Thank you very much for inviting me.

[Part 2] Fifty Brain Health Facts by Drs Ayesha and Dean Sherzai at TheBrainDocs.com Original post: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DAFSU3Wu0gOhXNnYalLEOpikzIz471EniCHVNonH0YA/edit?tab=t.0  Your Brain On… podcast: https://thebraindocs.com/podcast/ Ayesha and Dean Sherzai are co-directors of the Alzheimer's Prevention Program at Loma Linda University. They're both practicing neurologists, scientists, authors, parents, and a husband and wife duo that know the value of healthy lifestyle choices and they've  seen the impact that their NEURO Plan framework has in making the sick healthy and in taking healthy to the next level.  They met as young physicians and in their first conversation learned that both of their grandparents had spent their remaining days on this Earth suffering from dementia. They vowed to do whatever they could to help others avoid this fate and build healthy minds and bodies. They conduct research, treat patients, and serve as professors at Georgetown University, Columbia University, the National Institutes of Health, Mount Sinai, and Loma Linda University, where they serve as the co-directors of The Alzheimer's Prevention Program. They've worked with devastatingly disease-ridden populations and some of the healthiest people in the world – the Loma Linda 7th Day Adventist population (a Blue Zone community, defined by living measurably longer and healthier lives due to optimal nutrition, exercise, stress management, and social support.) Follow Plant Based Briefing on social media: YouTube: YouTube.com/PlantBasedBriefing  Facebook: Facebook.com/PlantBasedBriefing  LinkedIn: Plant Based Briefing Podcast Instagram: @PlantBasedBriefing #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #braindocs #brainhealthfacts

[Part 1] Fifty Brain Health Facts by Drs Ayesha and Dean Sherzai at TheBrainDocs.com   Original post: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DAFSU3Wu0gOhXNnYalLEOpikzIz471EniCHVNonH0YA/edit?tab=t.0    Ayesha and Dean Sherzai are co-directors of the Alzheimer's Prevention Program at Loma Linda University. They're both practicing neurologists, scientists, authors, parents, and a husband and wife duo that know the value of healthy lifestyle choices and they've  seen the impact that their NEURO Plan framework has in making the sick healthy and in taking healthy to the next level.  They met as young physicians and in their first conversation learned that both of their grandparents had spent their remaining days on this Earth suffering from dementia. They vowed to do whatever they could to help others avoid this fate and build healthy minds and bodies. They conduct research, treat patients, and serve as professors at Georgetown University, Columbia University, the National Institutes of Health, Mount Sinai, and Loma Linda University, where they serve as the co-directors of The Alzheimer's Prevention Program. They've worked with devastatingly disease-ridden populations and some of the healthiest people in the world – the Loma Linda 7th Day Adventist population (a Blue Zone community, defined by living measurably longer and healthier lives due to optimal nutrition, exercise, stress management, and social support.)     How to support the podcast: Share with others. Recommend the podcast on your social media. Follow/subscribe to the show wherever you listen. Buy some vegan/plant based merch: https://www.plantbasedbriefing.com/shop    Follow Plant Based Briefing on social media: Twitter: @PlantBasedBrief YouTube: YouTube.com/PlantBasedBriefing  Facebook: Facebook.com/PlantBasedBriefing  LinkedIn: Plant Based Briefing Podcast Instagram: @PlantBasedBriefing   #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #braindocs #brainhealthfacts  

In this episode, Lisa and the gang tried 10 unique foods like chicken mole, a delicious soup from Kevin, a plant-based Southwest bowl from Loma Linda, new flavors from Mush overnight oats, surprisingly good fruit & veggie pouches, and so much more. Plus, the big find of the haul: a new chicken entrée we LOVE! Wait no more—push play now, then head on over to our Foodcast page for a list of all the finds mentioned in the episode.

Pulmonary valve replacement following the arterial switch operation is rare. However, when necessary, how do techniques of transcatheter valve replacement fare for this indication? Why would average outcomes in this setting be less good than in the typical TPVR tetralogy of Fallot patient? How does the presence of stents in the pulmonary arteries in this patient group affect candidacy for TPVR? Are there ways to predict who might be a candidate for a TPVR vs. surgical PVR before coming to the catheterization lab? These are amongst the questions reviewed and posed to Dr. Stephen Nageotte who is the director of the cardiac catheterization laboratory at Loma Linda Children's Hospital in Loma Linda, California.  DOI: 10.1002/ccd.31152

This week Dr. Haley is joined by Dr. Lewis. He attended University of Michigan School of Dentistry with Dr. Haley and is now starting Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) residency at Loma Linda. The conversation covers the importance of proactive engagement during dental school, the application process for OMFS residency, study strategies for the CBSE exam, and insights into the interview process. Mohab shares his personal experiences, challenges, and the factors that influenced his decision to specialize in OMFS. Dr. Lewis email: mohablouis@llu.edu Dr. Lewis IG: @mohab.louis Sponsor Jim Kachmar email: james. kachmar@ddsteam.net

Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses the impact of ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption on sperm quality, referencing a study from the journal Human Reproduction. Findings indicate higher UPF intake is linked to lower sperm count, concentration, and motility in Spanish men. Leyla also explores a study on the effects of a lifelong vegetarian diet on male fertility in Loma Linda's Blue Zone population. She emphasizes that ultra processed foods and higher body mass index (BMI) correlate with deteriorating sperm quality, suggesting whole foods as a healthier dietary choice to improve fertility.

In this episode, I interview Paul Zak, neuroscientist, oxytocin expert, and founder of Immersion Neuroscience. We explore how to create extraordinary experiences—not just for yourself, but for your customers, employees, patients, and everyone you encounter.  Paul introduces the concept of "Immersion," a state where we are fully present and emotionally engaged. We dive into the neurochemistry behind it, focusing on oxytocin and dopamine, and explore practical ways to ignite this state. You'll learn how to cultivate deeper human connections and harness technology to understand your energy, mood, and preferences.  A key theme throughout our conversation is the power of social connection. Paul shares simple yet powerful ways to enhance this connection, such as hugging, expressing love, giving your full attention, talking to strangers, volunteering, slowing down, disconnecting from tech, spending time outdoors, getting a dog, going to church, and playing together.  We also explore cultural practices like "Fika" and "Hygge" in Nordic countries, as well as traditions from Loma Linda's Seventh-day Adventists, such as emphasizing community, Sabbath rest, and living with a strong sense of purpose.  This episode will inspire you to build emotional fitness, deepen your presence, and enhance your connections. Join us in discovering how to make life richer, more meaningful, and filled with extraordinary moments for everyone. RESOURCESEVENTS- NudgestockPEOPLE- Michael Allison- Peter DruckerORGANIZATIONS- Boston Celtics- BrainBit- Claremont Graduate University- Department of Defense- Loma Linda University Health (LLUH)- Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta - Muse- Ogilvy Consulting- Polyvagal Institute - Seventh-day Adventist ChurchPLACES- Denmark- Kuala Lumpur- London- Loma Linda- San Diego- Sweden- TahitiVOCAB- Blue zones- EEG- Fajr prayer- Fika- Hygge- PPG- prodrom- sieve estimator - striatum **Connect and Learn More**app: SIXbook: Immersionwebsite: getimmersion.com

LEGACY BROADCAST Bob Enyart, co-founder of opentheism.org, continues his interview of Dr. Richard Rice, a leading advocate of Open Theism, just retired Loma Linda theology professor, and co-author of the famed 1994 book The Openness of God with Pinnock, Hasker, Basinger, and Sanders. The guys continue their relaxed yet compelling discussion. * KGOV & Richard Rice:  - kgov.com/richard-rice (6/9/20) - kgov.com/richard-rice-2 (10/20/20) - kgov.com/richard-rice-3 (10/21/20 this program) - And see Richard features on the homepage of opentheism.org. Today's Resource: Open Theism Seminar   Open theism seminar with Bob Enyart on three DVDs! BEL January 2007 Seminar Indianapolis, IN Another fantastic BEL seminar, this time, on the topic of Open Theism, answering the question, is the future settled or open? The Open View teaches that God can change the future. He interacts with the flow of history and changes the outcome of the future as it unfolds by His decisions and actions. 

This week Jonathan is joined by Laren Tan, Associate Professor of Medicine, Loma Linda University Health in California, USA. Together, they address global healthcare needs, exploring innovative approaches to sustainability and equity. Please use the following timestamps to navigate this episode: (00:00)- Introduction  (03:36)- Laren's unique hobby: rock tumbling (07:12)- Laren's journey into hyperbaric medicine (10:24)- Navigating the healthcare conundrum in Loma Linda's Blue Zone (15:04)- What can the UK and USA healthcare systems learn from each other? (23:55)- Achieving sustainability in healthcare (27:42)- How do we rate healthcare outcomes? (29:45)- The cost of medical education       (34:31)- The burden of documentation in healthcare (37:43)- Laren's experience in entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship (40:35)- How can precision marketing transform patient care? (43:30)- Laren's three wishes for healthcare

Bob Enyart, co-founder of opentheism.org, continues his interview of Dr. Richard Rice, a leading advocate of Open Theism, just retired Loma Linda theology professor, and co-author of the famed 1994 book The Openness of God with Pinnock, Hasker, Basinger, and Sanders. The guys continue their relaxed yet compelling discussion. * KGOV & Richard Rice:  - Part 1: kgov.com/richard-rice (6/9/20) - Part 2: kgov.com/richard-rice-2 (10/20/20 this program) - Part 3: kgov.com/richard-rice-3 (10/21/20) - And see Richard featured on the homepage of opentheism.org.

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

LEGACY BROADCAST * The Future is Open: Dr. Richard Rice, Loma Linda theology professor and a leading advocate of open theism, is interviewed by Denver Bible Church pastor Bob Enyart. (Enyart is the co-founder of opentheism.org.) Dr. Rice's book, The Openness of God, was published in 1980, 14 years before he co-authored the famed 1994 book by the same name that he co-authored with Pinnock, Hasker, Basinger, and Sanders. Rice and Enyart have a relaxed and very interesting discussion of open theism and recent developments, and then go back in history to consider the way that Arminius himself wrestled with the matter. * Book Blurb: Open theism has reached its adolescence. How did it get here? And where does it go from here? Since IVP's publication of The Openness of God in 1994, evangelical theology has grappled with the alternative vision of the doctrine of God that open theism offers. Responding to critics who claim that it proposes a truncated version of God that fails to account for Scripture and denies many of the traditional attributes of God, open theism's proponents contend that its view of God is not only biblically warranted but also more accurate―with a portrayal of God that emphasizes divine love for humanity and responsiveness to human free will. No matter what one's assessment, open theism inarguably has made a significant impact on recent theological discourse. Check out the YouTube Video Here! * Richard Rice: Now, twenty-five years later, Richard Rice recounts in this volume the history of open theism from its antecedents and early developments to its more recent and varied expressions. He then considers different directions that open theism might continue to develop in relation to several primary doctrines of the Christian faith. BEL's Dr. Rice interviews...  - kgov.com/richard-rice (6/9/20 this program) - kgov.com/richard-rice-2 (10/20/20) - kgov.com/richard-rice-3 (10/21/20) * Rome & Greece: Late in the discussion, Bob repeats his line from kgov.com/sayings. "The Reformation broke with Rome but not with Greece." * Open Theism Social Media: Please help our brand new (Dec. 2020) social media efforts: - Instagram OpenTheismorg (Please follow & 'like' our daily verses :) - YouTube Open Theism channel (Please subscribe & hit the bell!) Today's Resource: Predestination & Free Will Seminar So much is at stake when people consider predestination and free will. Strong emotions often surface with a discussion of this topic. That passion points to our critical need to understand the truth regarding whether or not God has predetermined who will go to heaven and who will go to hell. Also, the question of whether or not God has planned out each person's life affects us. Does God have a plan for your life? Does a blueprint exist for your future? Did God predetermine whether or not you would get married, and to whom? Did God plan whether you would be wealthy or poor, happy or sad? If God does plan your life, does He do so in minute detail or in general themes? If God has a plan for your life, are you able to alter that plan? This topic directly influences people concerning how they live their lives. As Christians, we must seek God to accurately portray the LORD to others. For any misrepresentation of God will dishonor Him and perhaps bring harm to those misled. You can now order the seminar video in a 3-DVD set or MP4 video download.

Putting the "C" in the Classic Horrors Club Podcast, Jeff and Richard finish this year's annual summer at the drive-in with two bonafide classics: Them! (1954) and Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956.) With a double-time hop, they visit the Tri-City Drive-In in Loma Linda, California, on two different days. Alas, there never was a drive-in double feature for these two films (as far as we know.) Join us for the penultimate episode on our march (like an army of giant ants) toward the century mark. Be sure to go home with the same person, though, especially if they fall asleep during the show...

What happens when the pursuit of acceptance and the struggle with identity meet the transformative power of faith? Michael Redut takes us on an emotional journey that begins in his devout Adventist upbringing in Loma Linda, California, where he faced both cultural and personal challenges. Together with his wife Bianca, Michael opens up about the trials they've faced in their marriage, offering a heartfelt perspective on love, faith, and the impact of community.Middle school can be tough, but imagine dealing with an identity crisis, ADHD, and societal expectations all at once. Michael candidly shares his experiences, from fabricating stories to fit in, to the shame and isolation that came with his search for self-worth. His humorous anecdotes and raw honesty provide a deep look into the complexities of adolescence and the coping mechanisms that often lead to destructive patterns.From an emotional rollercoaster of young love to the profound realization of grace through faith, this episode captures pivotal moments in Michael's life. A transformative trip to Spokane becomes a turning point, bringing about confessions and a renewed understanding of identity through the gospel. With powerful insights into the importance of vulnerability and the life-changing impact of sharing one's story, this discussion promises to resonate and inspire anyone on their own journey of transformation. Join us for an episode that is both moving and uplifting.Chapters:0:00 - Stories of Transformation and Freedom6:14 - Identity Crisis in Middle School15:55 - Struggle With Self-Acceptance and Shame23:09 - Struggling With Online Affirmation and Shame33:10 - Desperate Search for Love and Acceptance47:14 - Navigating Relationship Struggles and Anxiety58:47 - Finding Freedom Through the Gospel1:08:39 - Unexpected Revelation and Redemption1:13:08 - Discovering Identity and Grace Through Confession

Send us a Text Message.Dr. Gary Fettke is a returning guest on our show! Be sure to check out his first appearances on Boundless Body Radio on episode 314, along with his amazing wife Belinda, who we also hosted on episode 384! We also hosted Dr. Gary Fettke on episode 407! Dr. Gary Fettke is an Orthopaedic Surgeon who practiced medicine in Tasmania. Gary is an advocate of a Low Carbohydrate, Healthy Fat (LCHF) lifestyle for the various health benefits, including the reversal of type 2 diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and many other chronic diseases. Belinda and Gary opened the Nutrition for Life – Diabetes and Health Research Centre, which provides nutritional care around Tasmania and Australia. Gary has been speaking out on the combined role of sugar (particularly fructose), refined grains, and polyunsaturated oils in the epidemic of inflammation and modern diseases. He had incurred the wrath of several Australian regulatory bodies for his health advice, including reducing sugar for diabetic patients, but he and his wife Belinda actively uncovered the corrupt vested interests and ideologies shaping nutritional guidelines at the policy level in Australia and beyond. Gary is also the author of Inversion: One Man's Answer for World Peace and Global Health.Ozempic Links-https://blog.maryannedemasi.com/p/part-1-weighing-up-the-value-of-weighthttps://www.reuters.com/investigates/special-report/health-obesity-novonordisk-doctors/Ragen Chastain Substack articles, all about GLP1!Find Dr. Gary Fettke at-https://isupportgary.com/YT- Gary FettkeYT- Belinda FettkeTW- @fructosenoFB- @belindanofructoseLK- Belinda FettkeFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send us a Text Message.Unlock the secrets to living a longer, healthier life with our special guest, Sang Kim. You'll learn about the fascinating Blue Zones, inspired by Dan Buettner's work and the Netflix series "Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones." We explore what makes regions like Loma Linda, Nicoya, Sardinia, Ikaria, and Okinawa hotspots for longevity. Discover how aspects of their environments, from walkable communities to active social lives, contribute to their exceptional health and how you can adopt these principles no matter where you live.What's the power of purpose? Sang and I discuss how shifting your mindset can transform your life. By focusing on what truly matters, you can achieve greater fulfillment and impact. Hear personal stories that demonstrate the life-changing effects of a positive outlook and how it aligns with living an exciting and meaningful life. Be prepared to rethink how you view your daily activities and the importance of inspiring and uplifting those around you.Wondering what to eat for a longer life? We break down the dietary habits of Blue Zone residents, emphasizing the benefits of moderate wine consumption and organic, plant-based foods. Additionally, we delve into the principles of connection, offering practical tips for nurturing relationships with loved ones to enhance both healthspan and lifespan. Tune in and find out how these timeless habits can help you lead a more vibrant, connected, and longer life.How to Reach Sang: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanghkim67/ To Reach Jordan:Email: Jordan@Edwards.Consulting Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ejFXH1_BjdnxG4J8u93Zw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jordan.edwards.7503 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanfedwards/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanedwards5/ Hope you find value in this. If so please provide a 5-star and drop a review.Complimentary Edwards Consulting Session: https://calendly.com/jordan-555/intro-call

New Series: Insider Interviews | Nikki and Colleen interview Dr. Gary Inrig, the pastoral mentor of the local Former Adventist Fellowship (FAF) ministry located in Loma Linda, California. Gary shares stories of the beginnings of FAF under his guidance as the senior pastor of the church where this weekly Bible study began. Gary also shares his theological foundations that guide his ministry and preaching, which he continues to do at Redeemer Fellowship, a new church plant in Loma Linda.Support the Show.Website, donation link: http://proclamationmagazine.com/Facebook—Former Adventist: https://www.facebook.com/FormerAdventist/Facebook—Life Assurance Ministries: https://www.facebook.com/ProclamationMagazine/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FormerAdventist

A Guide To Understanding, Preventing, And Recovering From Stroke by Drs Ayesha and Dean Sherzai at TheBrainDocs.com   Original post: https://thebraindocs.com/understanding-preventing-recovering-from-stroke/   Related Episodes: 614: What Not To Eat For Stroke Prevention by Dr. Michael Greger at NutritionFacts.org 608: Understanding Types of Strokes and How to Prevent Them by Dana Hudepohl at ForksOverKnives.com 517: A Game-Changing Solution to One of the Most Devastating Diseases of the Brain: Stroke by Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai at NutritionStudies.org 506: After a Stroke, This Doctor Reversed Her Lupus With a Plant-Based Diet by Brooke Goldner MD at ForksOverKnives.com 338: A Life-Threatening Stroke Spurred Me to Try a Plant-Based Diet, and I've Never Looked Back by Mike Lewis at ForksOverKnives.com Ayesha and Dean Sherzai are co-directors of the Alzheimer's Prevention Program at Loma Linda University. They're both practicing neurologists, scientists, authors, parents, and a husband and wife duo that know the value of healthy lifestyle choices and they've  seen the impact that their NEURO Plan framework has in making the sick healthy and in taking healthy to the next level.  They met as young physicians and in their first conversation learned that both of their grandparents had spent their remaining days on this Earth suffering from dementia. They vowed to do whatever they could to help others avoid this fate and build healthy minds and bodies. They conduct research, treat patients, and serve as professors at Georgetown University, Columbia University, the National Institutes of Health, Mount Sinai, and Loma Linda University, where they serve as the co-directors of The Alzheimer's Prevention Program. They've worked with devastatingly disease-ridden populations and some of the healthiest people in the world – the Loma Linda 7th Day Adventist population (a Blue Zone community, defined by living measurably longer and healthier lives due to optimal nutrition, exercise, stress management, and social support.)     How to support the podcast: Share with others. Recommend the podcast on your social media. Follow/subscribe to the show wherever you listen. Buy some vegan/plant based merch: https://www.plantbasedbriefing.com/shop    Follow Plant Based Briefing on social media: Twitter: @PlantBasedBrief YouTube: YouTube.com/PlantBasedBriefing  Facebook: Facebook.com/PlantBasedBriefing  LinkedIn: Plant Based Briefing Podcast Instagram: @PlantBasedBriefing   #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #braindocs #stroke #strokeprevention #strokerecovery

Blue Zones Book Club - Loma Linda, California Hosts:- Amanda Dinsmore- Laura Cazier- Kendra Morrison Episode Highlights:- Introduction - Amanda reminds listeners about the importance of leaving ratings and reviews on Apple Podcasts. - Continuing the Blue Zones Book Club series, focusing on Loma Linda, California. - Episode Overview - Discussing the principles and practices of the Blue Zones, with an emphasis on living longer, healthier lives. - Reminder: Hosts are doctors, but the information shared is not medical advice, just educational content. - Key Concepts from the Episode: - Blue Zones: Areas where people live significantly longer and healthier lives. - Loma Linda, California: A population of around 9,000 Seventh-day Adventists who live about a decade longer than the average American. - Adventist Health Principles: - Pure air - Sunlight - Rest - Exercise - Plant-based diet - Drinking water - Trust in God - Abstinence (self-control, especially in eating and drinking) - Research Findings: - NIH-funded Adventist Health Study (1974-1988): - 70% lower rate of lung cancer among non-smokers. - 40% reduced risk of colon cancer with high fiber diets. - 50% lower risk of heart attack with regular nut consumption. - Newer Adventist Health Study ongoing since 2000. - Lifestyle Practices of Adventists: - Staying active - Not smoking - Observing Sabbath from Friday sunset to Saturday sunset - Strong community and family ties - Volunteering and giving back to the community - Takeaways from Loma Linda: 1. Find a Sanctuary in Time: Observing a Sabbath for rest and family. 2. Watch Your BMI: Maintain a normal range BMI through diet and lifestyle. 3. Regular Moderate Exercise: Engage in low-intensity activities like walking. 4. Spend Time with Like-Minded Friends: Surround yourself with supportive, non-toxic people. 5. Snack on Nuts: Regular consumption of nuts can significantly reduce heart disease risk. 6. Give Something Back: Volunteerism can provide purpose and stave off depression. 7. Avoid Meat: Consider a vegetarian or pescetarian diet. 8. Eat an Early Light Dinner: Promotes better sleep and a lower BMI. 9. Drink Plenty of Water: Significant reduction in heart attack risk with regular water consumption. Conclusion:- Encouragement to leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.- Information on the Wellness 911 program available at http://www.thewholephysician.com..- Affirmation: "You are whole, you are a gift to medicine, and the work you do matters." Additional Resources:- Link to the book and Netflix series on Blue Zones.- More information on the Wellness 911 program can be found at http://www.thewholephysician.com. These show notes capture the key points and takeaways from the podcast episode, providing a concise summary for listeners.

When missionary Ray Rising was riding his motorcycle back to Loma Linda, the headquarters of the group he was working with in Colombia, on the night of March 31, 1994, little did he realize how his life was about to change.

Filled with delicious food, family time, and fun activities like hiking, Saturdays, aka Sabbaths, were the norm in both our families. Today, we continue this tradition with our daughter, emphasizing the importance of disconnecting from our hectic lives. The joy, peace, and strength we gain from observing the Sabbath prepare us to face the upcoming week with renewed vigor.In this episode, we delve into how the Sabbath has enriched our lives and the scientifically proven benefits of treating the Sabbath as a weekly vacation. Rigorous studies show that regular downtime significantly reduces stress, lowers cortisol levels, and improves mood, among other health benefits. All the more reason to rest, don't you think?! There's also a fascinating connection between Sabbath and longevity, as evident in Loma Linda, California, a Blue Zone where residents live significantly longer and happier lives. Come join us as we share tips on how to maximize the Sabbath's benefits to have a true day of rest and reflection, enriching our lives and potentially extending them.We also love to hear from you! Ask us anything about this topic. And if you don't mind, we will share and discuss it anonymously on this podcast with fellow listeners! Text your question or message to (310) 879-8441.If you like this episode and know of someone who needs to hear it, help us get this message out to improve people's personal lives and foster healthy relationships!Resources:Order Annette's new book - Simple Country Living - From how to start a garden to garden-to-table recipes, tips, and family activities. You'll reduce waste, save money, harness new skills, and be able to live the “simple country life” no matter where you live.Subscribe to Azure Farm's newsletter for weekly inspiration, tips, informative blogs, recipes, and more!Visit our website - Azure Farm -  for all things concerning farm, home, gardening, and the simple life.Follow Annette on Instagram at Azure Farm for your daily inspiration.Follow Jared on Instagram at Jared Thurmon. Sign up for Jared's newsletter to level up your health. Here's a few links to some things we're passionate about:Annette's new book - Simple Country Livinghttps://www.amazon.com/Simple-Country-Living-Techniques-Recipes/dp/0760385408For our Workshops and How-to series - LiveHomeGrown.comApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/azure-farm/id1463340821Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4eieYkvDungVAwkcHewo89?si=j0_fZgcQSZq2e3lHAGFP0QWeb - https://www.azurefarm.com and HappyFarmily.comFollow along on IG or TikTok - @azurefarm

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Global Ambassador Bill Bennett on Leadership, Christian Radio in Colombia, and the Impact of Prayer   In this episode of At Risk Radio, host Mark Stafford and SOM CEO David Witt are joined by Bill Bennett, a Global Ambassador for SOM International. They discuss Bill's longstanding involvement with the organization and his deep commitment to prayer and support for the Persecuted Church, particularly in Colombia. Bill was involved in missions from an early age. He met Russell Stendal through a mutual mentor, Buddy Cobb, who trusted Russell with a credit card to set up the equipment for the Loma Linda station. The conversation touches on the impact of that Loma Linda radio station and expanded reach in Christian broadcasting, the power of intercession, and the importance of global ambassadorship. Hear firsthand accounts of how prayer and perseverance have played a pivotal role in the work of SOM International. This episode is a must-listen if you're passionate about supporting the Church at risk. Learn more about SOM Global Ambassadors here:  https://spiritofmartyrdom.com/global/

In this week's Flightless Bird, David Farrier starts to ponder his own mortality and why, despite America spending more on healthcare than any other nation on earth, it's only 59th on the life expectancy list. To find some answers, he heads to Loma Linda: population 9000, an average life expectancy 10 years longer than the average American. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From trepanning to Neuralink, we've always been curious about operating on our brains — for better or worse. Tens of thousands of people were lobotomized before the practice began to decline in the 1950s. The era of lobotomies is one of the darkest chapters in medical history. Many of the period's missteps can guide how we think about healthcare ethics today, and in the future. In this episode of Your Brain On, we discuss: • The origins of lobotomies, and how they became so prevalent in spite of their tragic consequences • How evolving medical knowledge and technology led to their obsolescence • Whether we're about to make the same mistakes, as brain-machine interfaces like Neuralink promise a new generation of cognitive enhancement We speak to Dr. Warren Boling about the historic context of lobotomies, how the procedure scored one of the most controversial Nobel Prize awards of all time, and what's coming next for neurosurgical technology. Warren is a renowned neurosurgeon and director of the dept. of neurosurgery at Loma Linda University. He specializes in epilepsy surgery. We're also joined by ethicist Dr. Arthur Caplan, for a fascinating talk about the past, present, and future of medical ethics. Arthur is the founding head of the Division of Medical Ethics at NYU Grossman School of Medicine's Department of Population Health in New York City. ‘Your Brain On... Lobotomies' • SEASON 1 • EPISODE 5 LINKS Dr. Warren Boling at Loma Linda: https://lluh.org/provider/boling-warren Dr. Arthur Caplan at NYU: https://med.nyu.edu/faculty/arthur-l-caplan Dr. Arthur Caplan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArthurCaplan  FOLLOW US Join the NEURO Academy: NEUROacademy.com Instagram: @thebraindocs Website: TheBrainDocs.com More info and episodes: TheBrainDocs.com/Podcast

Nikki and Colleen talk about compromising and that compromising is a form of unbelief. They also take questions from the live audience. This episode was recorded on the second day of the Former Adventist Conference held in Loma Linda, California, February 16–18, 2024. Video version is on YouTube at FormerAdventist in the 2024 conference playlist. (Music: Falling Awake © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission.)Support the showWebsite, donation link: http://proclamationmagazine.com/Facebook—Former Adventist: https://www.facebook.com/FormerAdventist/Facebook—Life Assurance Ministries: https://www.facebook.com/ProclamationMagazine/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FormerAdventist

Get an insider's peek into the glamorous yet complex world of film production in a conversation with film producer Darren Moorman on The Debrief Podcast with Matthew Stephen Brown. Darren's entry into the film industry wasn't just a professional move; it was a journey to align his faith-inspired stories with the awe-inspiring spectacle of film. Though shrouded with numerous trials like the writer's strike that slowed the industry to a massive financial slog, he has not been deterred. Darren, whose dedication to storytelling and steadfast faith have propelled his success in Hollywood, embraces these obstacles, demonstrating that bravery embodies not only survival but truly living.Questions we answer on this episode from our listeners:1. Janet from Yucaipa, CA. Should Christians watch horror movies?2. RJ from Bullhead City, Arizona. In Hollywood you hear stories of people selling their souls to Satan. Is this a physical contract you sign with a demon or is selling your soul more of you just living an ungodly lifestyle and choosing that life over Jesus or does nobody know? I love your sermons and I love the podcast! Thank you!!!3. Mark from Moreno Valley, CA. I went and saw the movie Oppenheimer the second day it opened, not knowing of the sex scenes. In a recent article from Denison Forum, it was stated that this movie, because of these scenes, caused millions of Americans to commit Adultery based on Matthew 5:28. I remember thinking when these scenes were shown, "why did they have to put this in the movie"? Just wondering what Pastor Matt's opinion is on this?4. Kimberly from Phelan, CA. I've been having a difficult time answering this question: "Is it sinful to support nudity or to see nudity.” It has been so normalized in today's society and it personally bothers me, but with some of my Christian friends it's normal to see. I understand that it doesn't say nudity is a sin in the Bible. However, I also think the action leading up to the nudity or the purpose behind it can make it sinful. An example would be viewing a scene in a movie where a woman is topless, taking a shower, topless in a bar, or a nude man in a random scene, etc. I believe that nudity is a sin if it does not have a godly purpose behind it, which is hardly ever seen in movies or tv shows. Like when God told Isaiah to preach in his nakedness to the people, that is okay because God commanded him to. Can you see people naked and it not be sexual on a screen or off?5. Anonymous from Loma Linda, CA. Is pedophilia as prevalent as the (typically conservative) media is making it seem in Hollywood?

Episode 2392- On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad talk about questioning Blue Zone theories, playing semantics, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/10/questioning-blue-zones-episode-2392 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS   YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - Questioning Blue Zones Gina asks Vinnie to share what he knows about “Blue Zones”. (3:00) There's more awareness about “Blue Zones” based on a documentary. However, Vinnie can dispute some of the information in the documentary. Blue Zones are defined as certain regions that claim to have a record of the most longevity per population. The claims tend to advocate for a vegan diet, but Vinnie shares why he challenges the Blue Zone theory. He uses two examples that he is most familiar with: Loma Linda, CA, and the island of Sardinia, Italy. (5:00) They chat about Greece and how Ancel Keys cherry-picked information for his study. (9:45) A recent two-part interview with Dr. Bill Schindler can be found in these two Fitness Confidential episodes: and . There, you will get more details about what is accurate and which parts are questionable about Blue Zones. It is not attributable to just food but to the entire lifestyle. At times, the information given for certain studies is about semantics. (14:45) Speaking of lifestyle, Gina asks Vinnie to recall what he has explained about Roman soldiers and gladiators. (19:00) They also chat about areas like Japan; again, it should be based on the entire lifestyle and culture. Check out Gina's book . She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and . [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes):  Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)!  Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!