Podcast appearances and mentions of sarah hiner

Sarah Hiner is the former President and CEO of highly-respected publisher Bottom Line Inc. Her 21-day program The Chemistry of Happiness gives you insight into your body's chemical makeup that allows you to understand what's going on with you so you can make choices that will lead to a happier you. She goes over how health issues are often connected in the body and getting to the root of the problem can be more beneficial than finding a temporary fix. Sign up for Sarah's 21-day program here: https://www.soaak.com/21-day-program/the-chemistry-of-happiness

Today's guest Sarah Hiner is the former president and CEO of Bottomline Inc. She is the author of “The Chemistry of Happiness”. She joins the podcast to discuss modern medicine and the effect it can have on people. She shares her opinions on how medicine can be improved to support the individual. To learn about Sarah's Chemistry of Happiness program and get 50% off the first month go to https://soaak.com/sh50/

Sarah Hiner is the former President and CEO of Bottom Line Inc., and is passionate about giving people the tools and knowledge they need to control their lives in areas such as women's health, the challenges of the healthcare system, commonsense financial advice and family life.In this episode, you'll hear Omar and Sarah discussThe Chemistry of HappinessPerspectives on ParentingThe Definition of HappinessHow the Negative Media influences our HappinessExpectations of Equality and RelationshipsHow to Live a Happier LifeThe Relationship between Happiness and LazinessHappiness and Actionsand much more!Check out Sarah's 21-Day Chemistry of Happiness Program here!Join the What if it Did Work Movement on Facebook!

Sarah Hiner In this episode I speak with Sarah Hiner, creator and author of "The Chemistry of Happiness," whose wakeup call was having a medical condition 25 years ago that traditional medicine could not help and then discovering the natural biochemical connection between their actions, thoughts and bodies and using that to heal and cure many conditions. Use code SH50 and get 50% off of the first month when you purchase her Chemistry of Happiness Program at Soaak.com

It's no secret that happiness and productivity go hand-in-hand. When we're happy, we're more likely to be motivated and to get things done. But what if you're stuck in a happiness rut? How can you get out of it and start enjoying your life more so you lift yourself and others?Sarah Hiner has the answer. In her recent course, The Chemistry of Happiness, Sarah teaches you how to take control of your happiness and increase your energy levels. In this episode of the LIFT podcast we discuss the following:- What makes people unhappy? - What is unique about The Chemistry of Happiness with so many self-help people giving advice on how to be happier?- How can we reduce stress and increase the happy hormones?- How can people sleep better and know they had a good day?- How do we stop suffocating the joy?

Whatever parenting method you use, you only want the best for your children, and your main obligation is to assist them in achieving their goals. Listen in as Sarah shares her insights on how to raise responsible and empowered children. Key takeaways to listen for Parental responsibilities to their children Building your children's self-esteem How to create your own legacy Significance of financial accountability Ways to help your children manage finances Instilling healthy habits to reduce immune risk Steps to keep your children healthy during a pandemic Keeping your core values and beliefs  About  Sarah Hiner Sarah Hiner, president and CEO of Bottom Line Inc., is passionate about giving people the tools and knowledge they need to be in control of their lives in areas such as living a healthier life, the challenges of the health-care system, commonsense financial advice and creating great relationships. She appears often on national radio and hosts the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, where she interviews leading experts to help people be their own best advocates in all areas of life. Connect with Sarah  Website: Bottom Line Inc. Facebook: Bottom Line Inc. IG: @bottomlineinc   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Our increasingly angry world is overwhelming the very real evolutionary benefits of anger…and it’s harming our relationships, our health and our enjoyment of life. While COVID and the quarantine can be blamed for fanning the fires of the current increase in anger, the roots are in our individual expectations and perceptions about the world. Surprisingly, our recent trends toward boosting children’s esteem may be making the anger problem worse! In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, nationally known anger researcher Ryan Martin, PhD, joins Bottom Line President and CEO Sarah Hiner to talk about anger’s evolutionary importance…and how it’s now spinning out of control. Dr. Martin is author of Why We Get Mad: How to Use Anger for Positive Change. Topics covered include… •The real definition of anger (5:14 – 6:40) •Mislabeling behaviors as anger (6:40 – 8:27) •Seething anger (8:27 – 9:50) • Anger on the rise in the US (9:50 – 12:08) • Social media enabling the increase in anger (12:08 – 14:10) • How protecting children’s self-esteem has increased their anger (14:10 – 17:08) • The connection between “fairness” and anger (17:08 – 17:45) • What root causes anger? (17:45 – 19:50) • Where is your bar of tolerance? (19:50 – 23:20) • Fear, shame, embarrassment…and anger (23:20 – 27:17) • Seeing the anger habit (27:17 – 33:45) • Why we get angry…and how it helps us (33:45 – 37:24) • Why it’s vital to let some things go (37:24 – 38:30) • Dr. Martin’s 3 questions to ask yourself (38:30 – 43:50) • When we blame others for our anger (43:50 – 46:02) • How to shift your anger (46:02 – 50:48) • Impulse control is vital for anger control (50:48 – 53:08) • The power of your posture and facial expression (53:08) You can learn more about Dr. Martin at his website AllTheRageScience.com/martin. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website Bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on Linkedin.com If you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from it. Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Christopher Hobbs, PhD, LAc, an internationally renowned mycologist and research scientist, joins Bottom Line President and CEO Sarah Hiner to explain why everyone should be eating mushrooms and to identify the ones with the greatest health benefits. He also shares tips on how to make mushrooms appealing to even the most finicky eaters and/or use them in supplement form. Dr. Hobbs is author of more than 20 books, including Christopher Hobbs’s Medicinal Mushrooms: The Essential Guide.   Topics covered include…   Why mushrooms are such a remarkable food source (5:32 – 9:13) How the life cycle of mushrooms impacts nature (9:13 – 11:37) The amazing panoply of nutrients provided by mushrooms (11:37 – 16:02) What the beta-glucans in mushrooms do to fire up our immunity (16:02 – 19:10) Can mushrooms help fight COVID-19? (19:10 – 20:31) How to use reishi mushrooms to prevent and treat viruses (20:31 – 21:32) Using mushrooms safely if you have allergies or other conditions (21:32 – 22:47) From diabetes to dementia, mushrooms have huge health benefits (22:47 – 25:03) Why reishi is “king” of the mushroom kingdom (25:03 – 29:19) How mushrooms affect the use of pharmaceuticals (29:19 – 34:19) Cordyceps, turkey tail and Dr. Hobbs’s other top healing mushrooms (34:19 – 42:44) Do “supermarket mushrooms” have significant health benefits? (42:44 – 44:44) Why mushrooms need to be cooked…and how to do that (44:44 – 47:32) Organically grown mushrooms are superior (47:32 – 49:05) Mushrooms with natural insecticide properties (49:05 – 51:10) Good sources of high-quality organic mushrooms (51:10 – 51:32) How to use mushrooms in supplement form (51:32 – 58:01)     You can learn more about Dr. Hobbs’s work at ChristopherHobbs.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com.   And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Nicole Avena, PhD, a research neuroscientist and expert in childhood nutrition and food addiction, joins Bottom Line President and CEO Sarah Hiner to share the most common mistakes that parents make when feeding their kids…and easy ways to build kid-friendly eating habits that will set the stage for their lifelong health. Dr. Avena is author of Why Diets Fail, What to Feed Your Baby and Toddler and other books on nutrition. Topics covered include… • What’s behind the soaring rates of childhood obesity? (4:04 – 5:13) • How lack of physical activity makes matters worse (5:13 – 7:23) • The hidden dangers for “skinny fat” kids (7:23 – 9:47) • Why parents are the best ones to fix the problem (9:47 – 12:34) • How “food rewards” contribute to unhealthy patterns (12:34 – 15:09) • Why adult obesity is driven by childhood eating habits (15:09 – 16:55) • Harmful misconceptions about dietary fat (16:55 – 20:45) • Why we’re hardwired to love sugar (20:45 – 23:03) • The neurochemical basis of sugar addiction (23:03 – 25:34) • Sneaky ways that sugar is hidden in our foods and drinks (25:34 – 28:14) • What evolution has to do with your food preferences (28:14 – 31:40) • The trick to get kids to eat healthy foods (31:40 – 33:03) • Why you should be emotionally neutral when feeding kids (33:03 – 35:44) • How babies’ food preferences begin in the womb (35:44 – 38:42) • Why nutrition in a baby’s first 1,000 days is so crucial (38:42 – 41:35) • How early-life food choices affect a child’s behavior (41:35 – 43:30) • “Organic” doesn’t always mean healthy (43:30 – 45:28) • How to talk to kids about the importance of nutrition (45:28 – 48:25) • A smart way to let kids make their own food choices (48:25 – 50:29) • Why it’s a good idea to let kids help you cook (50:29 – 52:06) • Why you should introduce your kids to cinnamon and other spices (52:06 – 54:23) • Do children need nutritional supplements? (54:23 – 59:04) You can learn more about Dr. Avena’s work at DrNicoleAvena.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Ray Higdon, entrepreneur, marketing executive and speaker, joins Bottom Line President and CEO Sarah Hiner to discuss how he conquered a multitude of challenges, including childhood abuse, to achieve a life that’s beyond his wildest dreams…and what we all can learn from his journey. He is CEO and founder of the Higdon Group and coauthor of Time, Money, Freedom: 10 Simple Rules to Redefine What’s Possible and Radically Reshape Your Life. Topics covered include… • Ray’s childhood abuse and hard knocks as an adult (4:59 – 9:54) • How Ray overcame a hidden fear of betrayal (9:54 – 18:44) • The role of nature vs. nurture in conquering your fears (18:44 – 23:07) • Getting to the root cause of your most powerful fears (23:07 – 29:06) • The sneaky reason Ray couldn’t remember names and his solution (29:06 – 31:52) • First steps in overcoming your fears (31:52 – 33:45) • What would your life be like if fear weren’t holding you back? (33:45 – 38:12) • How to find the courage to start your “change journey” ( 38:12 – 41:31) • Facing the challenge of breaking negative ties (41:31 – 43:42) • How to use “vision stepping” to embark on change ( 43:42 – 47:18) • Making your goals manageable (47:18 – 48:35) • Where to start in finding your passion (48:35 – 53:16) • How to leverage your life experience into your purpose (53:16 – 54:23) • A simple exercise to conquer your limiting beliefs (54:23 – 57:00) • The mind-set to adopt to tame your fears about COVID-19 (57:00 – 1:01:23) You can learn more about Ray’s work at HigdonGroup.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

Our indoor lifestyle may keep us out of the rain and the cold, but it is costing us our health. Even though there’s strong evidence supporting the health benefits of getting regular doses of fresh air, greenery and sunshine, far too many people are now suffering from a “nature deficit disorder.” Sadly, this is contributing to a host of serious health problems, including depression, heart disease and obesity. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Dr. John La Puma, culinary medicine pioneer and leading expert on ecomedicine, joins Bottom Line President and CEO Sarah Hiner to discuss the various and often unexpected ways that all of us—no matter where we live—can improve our physical and mental health by getting back to nature. A board-certified internist, professionally trained chef and organic farmer, Dr. La Puma is author of seven books, including Chef MD’s Big Book of Culinary Medicine and Refuel. Topics covered include… What is “nature deficit disorder”? (5:34 – 6:32How your health suffers when you spend so much time indoors (6:32 – 8:15)Shocking statistics showing how little time we spend outdoors (8:15 – 11:08)How to enjoy “nature” in small spaces (11:08 – 12:45)What the climate change movement is ignoring (12:45 – 15:23)Medical conditions that can improve with nature (15:23 – 20:14)Changing one’s environment for self-care  (20:14 – 22:46)City life vs. suburban or rural life  (22:46 – 24:29)The importance of nature for childhood development (24:29 – 25:44)   What’s your nature “comfort food”? (25:44 – 27:07)How nature affects longevity (27:07 – 30:20)Gallbladder patients do better when exposed to nature (30:20 – 30:34)Adding nature to hospital settings with virtual reality (30:34 – 35:16)The hidden risks of indoor pollutants (35:16 – 36:16)Best house plants to bring nature indoors (36:16 – 40:41)Why you need fresh air for ventilation (40:41 – 41:10)Apps and other ways to enjoy nature sounds  (41:10 – 42:22)Why certain plants are better than others for immunity, more (42:22 – 46:02)Forest bathing: Using all your senses to experience nature  (46:02 – 50:03)Will the spike in outdoor activities continue after COVID? (50:03 – 53:07)                                             How ecomedicine can protect you and the plant (53:07 – 55:43)Why you should create a daily routine to be with nature (55:43 – 56:34) You can learn more about Dr. La Puma’s work at DrJohnLaPuma.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Dr. Max Gomez, nine-time Emmy Award–winning medical journalist with New York’s CBS-TV, joins Bottom Line President and CEO Sarah Hiner to provide answers for everyone’s most pressing concerns—how the vaccines differ, what their reported effectiveness really means, what to watch out for after getting the shot and more. Topics covered include… • Vaccine side effects: What’s normal and what’s concerning? (5:40 – 9:48) • How the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines work ( 9:48 – 11:20) • Who should watch out for an allergic reaction? (11:20 – 12:50) • What women need to know about getting the vaccine (12:50 – 14:22) • The side effect linked to cosmetic fillers (14:22 – 15:20) • Should individuals with allergies forgo the vaccine? (15:20 – 16:03 ) • How the vaccine trials compare with other testing (16:03 – 17:37) • The difference between mRNA and other vaccines (17:37 – 18:36) • Why pain relievers should be avoided before the vaccine (18:36 – 20:41) • How vaccine effectiveness is really measured (20:41 – 26:52) • The truth about “breakthrough” cases after the vaccine (26:52 – 28:52) • How long will the vaccine protect people? (28:52 – 30:34) • Why COVID immunity is different from other infections (30:34 – 35:00) • What the second shot does to boost immunity (35:00 – 36:06) • How fleeting antibodies will affect herd immunity (36:06 – 44:29 ) • Does the vaccine harm a pregnancy or fertility? (44:29 – 47:06) • Advice for those with an autoimmune disease or cancer (47:06 – 49:43 ) • Should I worry about who is administering the vaccine? (49:43 – 52:07) • The risk of transmitting the virus after getting the vaccine (52:07 – 54:11) • What’s known about the vaccines and new strains (54:11 – 58:01) • How non-COVID vaccines affect the COVID vaccine (58:01 – 59:17) • What to know about J&J, Novavax and other new vaccines (59:17 – 1:02:45) • More details on those at risk for side effects (1:02:45 – 1:04:51 ) • What the future holds for the spread of COVID (1:04:51 – 1:10:43) You can learn more about Dr. Max’s work at DrMaxGomez.com. To watch his “Max Minutes,” go to https://newyork.cbslocal.com/tag/max-minute. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

When it comes to being happy, one of the smartest steps you can take is to keep your digestion humming. That’s because most of your body’s feel-good hormone serotonin is produced in your gut. When your digestion is working properly, so is your serotonin factory. And often, people with mood issues also have digestive issues. That’s why eating the right foods helps you feel your best not only physically…but also mentally and emotionally. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Andrew Rubman, ND, a naturopathic physician and medical director of the Southbury Clinic for Traditional Medicines in Southbury, Connecticut, joins Bottom Line President and CEO Sarah Hiner to discuss the critical role the gut-brain axis plays in driving our moods and the best methods to help it function optimally. Dr. Rubman is a founding member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians and author of the Bottom Line blog “Nature Doc’s Patient Diary.” Topics covered include… How the “depression industry” has duped everyone (7:33 – 9:13)Why SSRI antidepressants aren’t the best solution (9:13 – 11:24)The digestion-mood feedback loop (11:24 – 12:28)Proper chewing and adequate stomach acid boost mood (12:28 – 16:15)What helped a depressed man with low libido (16:15 – 19:59)Why you need the amino acid tryptophan in your diet (19:59 – 21:49)Every meal affects your genetic expression (21:49 – 23:31)What a cupcake vs. broccoli does to your body (23:31 – 25:20)The gut flora’s critical role in overall health (25:20 – 27:06)How the gut’s serotonin factory goes awry (27:06 – 30:06)The healing power of digestive enzymes (30:06 – 32:59)Not getting enough salt and other causes of low serotonin (32:59 – 35:10)Why children are now at more risk for emotional issues (35:10 – 38:21)How processed foods lead to serotonin deficits (38:21 – 41:31)Steps to rebuild your serotonin-producing machinery (41:31 – 44:26)Papain supplements vs. digestive enzyme supplements (44:26 – 46:36)What to do if you’re taking an SSRI antidepressant (46:36 – 49:22)Can people with high blood pressure use salt? (49:22 – 50:53)Kimchi, sauerkraut and other high-salt fermented foods (50:53 – 52:26)Intermittent fasting vs. “grazing” throughout the day (52:26 – 56:59) You can learn more about Dr. Rubman and his work at SouthburyClinic.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Mark Stengler, NMD, naturopathic doctor and founder of The Stengler Center for Integrative Medicine, joins Bottom Line President and CEO Sarah Hiner to explain how low testosterone may be a hidden factor in a variety of unexpected health problems…and what to do to safely raise your levels of this crucial hormone. Dr. Stengler is author of numerous books, including Outside the Box Cancer Therapies and, most recently, Healing the Prostate. Topics covered include… • Testosterone impacts much more than sex drive (6:34 – 7:53) • How does one hormone affect so many parts of the body? (7:53 – 9:52) • Testosterone’s effect on masculine characteristics (9:52 – 11:09) • Why some women can benefit from testosterone (11:09 – 12:03) • What happens to testosterone levels as we age (12:03 – 13:24) • Plastic bottles and other environmental hormone disrupters (13:24 – 15:03) • Why obesity is such a powerful testosterone suppressor (15:03 – 16:08) • The importance of the testosterone-estrogen ratio (16:08 – 17:09) • Estrogen as an antioxidant and the amazing human “engine” (17:09 – 19:01) • How acid blockers and other drugs suppress testosterone (19:01 – 21:55) • Testosterone’s effect on the immune system (21:55 – 23:02) • Fatigue and other symptoms of testosterone deficiency (23:02 – 25:32) • Why testosterone replacement doesn’t help fertility problems (25:32 – 27:57) • Alcohol, refined carbs and other testosterone suppressors (27:57 – 29:59) • Exercise, herbs and other natural testosterone boosters (29:59 – 33:23) • Surprising healing powers of proper sleep (33:23 – 37:10) • How to use testosterone replacement safely (37:10 – 38:46) • 3 main types of testosterone replacement therapy (38:46 – 39:50) • Why testosterone replacement varies based on age (39:50 – 41:33) • Who should avoid testosterone replacement therapy (41:33 – 44:04) • Does testosterone help with myositis? (44:04 – 45:05) • When women may need testosterone replacement (45:05 – 45:53) • Duration of testosterone replacement therapy (45:53 – 47:35) • Testosterone vs. anabolic steroids (47:35 – 49:24) • Testosterone replacement and the prostate (49:24 – 51:01) • Women who need both estrogen and testosterone (51:01 – 52:04) You can learn more about Dr. Stengler’s work at MarkStengler.com. Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc, a naturopathic physician, licensed acupuncturist and medical director of Steelsmith Natural Health Center, joins Bottom Line President and CEO Sarah Hiner to talk about the hidden role that fascia plays in your body and the specific self-care strategies that will help relieve your pain…once and for all. Dr. Steelsmith is author of Natural Choices for Women’s Health and the Bottom Line blog “Natural Healing Secrets for Women.” Topics covered include… • Fascia: An emerging field of study (5:52 – 7:45) • Where fascia is found in the body and its varied functions (7:45 – 10:02) • How the gut microbiome interacts with your fascia (10:02 – 11:13) • The role that fascia plays in your body’s biomechanics (11:13 – 14:31) • Fascia’s surprising connection to hormones (14:31 – 16:57) • How fascia works with your lymphatic system (16:57 – 18:29) • Fascial lines: The site of pain may not be the source (18:29 – 21:01) • Practitioners who know the most about fascia (21:01 – 22:26) • Self-care for fascia—foam rollers, lacrosse balls, etc. (22:26 – 25:26) • When to consider injections and trigger-point therapy (25:26 – 30:04) • Using hydration and nutrition to care for your fascia (30:04 – 34:27) • Supplements that boost the health of your fascia (34:27 – 37:10) • Stretching plus best approaches for fascial adhesions (37:10 – 39:56) • Is zero pain a realistic expectation? (39:56 – 45:09) • How to diagnose your fascial “type” (45:09 – 47:47) • Recognizing your body’s limits after age 50 (47:47 – 49:29) • Nightshade-free diet helps some with chronic pain (49:29 – 50:53) • If you’re inflexible or stiff, try this type of exercise (50:53 – 52:35) • Swimming: The fluid motion benefits everyone (52:35 – 52:57) • Acupuncture and massage don’t help? Try Rolfing (52:57 – 55:20) • How foot massage can change your entire body (55:20 – 56:49) You can learn more about Dr. Steelsmith’s work at DrSteelsmith.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on www.linkedin.com.https://www.linkedin.com/company/98249/admin/ If you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Alex Cormont, the number-one relationship coach in France, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to discuss how the French use the art of seduction, steadfast independence and unshakable self-confidence to promote the type of exciting and fulfilling love relationships that we all yearn for. Cormont is founder of FrenchRelationshipExpert.com and author of the e-book Love Coach Confessions: The Truth About Love. Topics covered include… • Love and romance: The American vs. French view (5:15 – 7:55) • How relationship coaching works (7:55 – 9:40) • The universal relationship problem—men who won’t commit (9:40 – 11:54) • Why men love the “chase” (11:54 – 13:16) • The reason that men don’t talk about their insecurities (13:16 – 14:48) • How the French use the art of seduction (14:48 – 17:30) • Why dating apps destroy chemistry (17:30 – 18:58) • What it really means to “enjoy the process” (18:58 – 21:05) • To create a true connection, share your passions (21:05 – 22:17) • How French charisma builds attraction (22:17 – 24:28) • Why you need to be playful while dating (24:28 – 27:57) • What the French can teach Americans about style (27:57 – 29:58) • How to dress on your first date (29:58 – 34:32) • The danger of being too available (34:32 – 38:51) • Why women should stop mothering their men (38:51 – 41:27) • What men gain when they show their emotions (41:27 – 45:46) • The right amount of touch creates an immediate connection (45:46 – 48:36) • Lead by example with “new rules” in any relationship (48:36 – 51:00) • How Alex surprises his wife for Valentine’s Day (51:00 – 52:04) • Sarah’s fun love surprise for her husband (52:04 – 53:35) • Don’t deprive yourself of “beautiful love” (53:35 – 54:25) Learn more about relationship coach Alex Cormont and his work at FrenchRelationshipExpert.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Dr. Clotaire Rapaille, an internationally recognized expert in archetypal marketing, creativity and innovation, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to analyze how the American culture may never be the same as the result of the pandemic. Dr. Rapaille is founder and CEO of Archetype Discoveries Worldwide and author of numerous books, including The Culture Code and The Global Code. Topics covered include… • What exactly is “The Culture Code”? (5:39 – 8:52) • How our early emotions imprint our cultural codes (8:52 – 10:55) • Why the French eat their salads at the end of a meal (10:55 – 12:24) • What makes American culture “adolescent” (12:24 – 14:09) • How American culture is defined by immigrants and “rights” (14:09 – 15:14) • The search for happiness is uniquely American (15:14 – 15:55) • How the pandemic reinforces our adolescent culture (15:55 – 16:58) • Why Americans love pick-up trucks (16:58 – 18:41) • The link between violence and the pandemic (18:41 – 19:33) • How COVID’s restriction on movement is hurting Americans (19:33 – 23:49) • Why today’s lack of control is different from past crises (23:49 – 28:08) • The “we have a dream” code that drives Americans (28:08 – 29:32) • How uncertainty sets the stage for more violence (29:23 – 31:29) • Why the blame game is a luxury and a sign of neurosis (31:29 – 37:26) • How a Holocaust survivor found happiness (37:26 – 38:41) • Are we headed for a Culture Code revolution? (38:41 – 43:31) • Why the American culture is still alive and dynamic (43:31 – 44:28) • Regaining control in an out-of-control world (44:28 – 47:54) • Why we need to be flexible to adapt to today’s world (47:54 – 49:00) • How to stay sane while our culture adjusts (49:00 – 52:16) Learn more about Dr. Clotaire Rapaille and his work at About You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Anna Lembke, MD, psychiatrist and medical director of Addiction Medicine at Stanford University, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to talk about the surprising ways that people of all ages and backgrounds can become addicted and the most effective methods for them to start reclaiming their lives. Dr. Lembke is author of Drug Dealer, MD: How Doctors Were Duped, Patients Got Hooked, and Why It’s So Hard to Stop. Her forthcoming book is Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence. Topics covered include… • COVID-19’s surprising effects on people with addiction or at risk (6:02 – 9:40) • The reasons why alcohol use is on the rise (9:40 – 12:16) • How lack of structure has put more people at risk for addiction (12:16 – 14:03) • Why stress can help some people with addiction (14:03 – 16:38) • The lifetime prevalence of substance use disorders (16:38 – 17:47) • What exactly is “addiction”? (17:47 – 18:58) • How addiction begins and progresses (18:58 – 21:02) • The powerful ways that dopamine reinforces addictions (21:02 – 22:28) • Why potato chips are potent “drugs” (22:28 – 23:01) • How the dopamine deficit drives cravings and addiction (23:01 – 25:31) • What evolution has to do with our brain’s addictive tendencies (25:31 – 28:23) • Why some people can’t stop using their drug of choice (28:23 – 30:41) • Addiction’s link to nature, nurture and neighborhood (30:41 – 35:14) • The normalization of drug use, including cannabis (35:14 – 36:58) • How to tell if a carb lover is really addicted (36:58 – 38:25) Everyone is vulnerable to compulsive overconsumption (38:25 – 39:52) • New trend: More older adults are now becoming addicted (39:52 – 41:53) • Millennial women are catching up to men in rates of addiction (41:53 – 42:27) • “Drugs” of choice in women versus men (42:27 – 43:26) • How to help a loved one who may have an addiction problem (43:26 – 44:56) • Why denial is such a powerful force (44:56 – 45:40) • What works better than self-tests for spotting addiction (45:40 – 48:00) • The words to use when talking to a loved one who may be addicted (48:00 – 51:17) • Al-Anon and other organizations that can help (51:17 – 52:13) • Why people who wonder if they are addicted should reach out (52:13 – 53:46) • New apps to help people with potential addiction problems (53:46 – 55:25) Learn more about Dr. Anna Lembke and her work at https://stanfordhealthcare.org/doctors/l/anna-lembke.html. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

If you want to make long-lasting changes for your future, the trick is to look to your past. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, celebrity trainer Joel Harper joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to talk about his highly successful method for helping people achieve and maintain their fitness and other healthy lifestyle goals. Plus, he gives some of his best fitness tips! Joel is author of Mind Your Body: 4 Weeks to a Leaner, Healthier Life. Topics covered include… • Why you need “high-mileage” questions to achieve your goals (4:54 – 6:34) • How to leverage your past success for future success (6:34 – 10:16) • Using the 0-to-10 scale to create accountability (10:16 – 12:30) • Getting to the bottom of unhealthy snacking (12:30 – 16:11) • Identifying the deficiencies that drive bad habits (16:11 – 18:14) • Don’t get trapped by excuses (18:14 – 19:47) • Making willpower work for you (19:47 – 22:37) • Shifting our belief patterns and “deserve levels” (22:37 – 25:33) • Leaving your comfort zone to have a more balanced in life (25:33 – 29:58) • Rewarding yourself for the little steps you take (29:58 – 34:54) • What to do when you miss a goal (34:54 – 36:46) • The right way to reevaluate your goals (36:46 – 37:48) • 7 components to a successful workout (37:48 – 38:57) • Stretching secrets for strong, lean muscles (38:57 – 39:48) • How to work your body and your brain (39:48 – 40:33) • Joel’s powerful no-equipment exercises (40:33 – 45:57) • Best everyday stretches to balance your body (45:57 – 49:38) • Simple energizing move for those afternoon slumps (49:38 – 50:35) • Joel’s favorite shoulder stretch (50:35 – 53:03) • 10-question fitness inventory (53:03 – 57:25) Handouts from Joel Harper • Categories of Life • Are you who you want to be? • Your Personal Deserve Level • Joel’s Fitness Inventory Learn more about Joel Harper and his work at JoelHarperFitness.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Michael F. Holick, MD, PhD, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to discuss the scientific evidence that demonstrates vitamin D’s crucial role in our fight against COVID-19 and the best ways you can achieve healthy levels of this enormously powerful nutrient. A professor of medicine, physiology and biophysics at Boston University Medical Center, Dr. Holick is author of The Vitamin D Solution: A 3-Step Strategy to Cure Our Most Common Health Problems Topics covered include… • Groundbreaking early research on vitamin D (4:23 – 6:19) • The link between kidney disease and weak bones (6:19 – 6:58) • Mother Nature’s wisdom around the “sunshine vitamin” (6:58 – 7:43) • The surprising ways vitamin D keeps us healthy (7:43 – 9:39) • Vitamin D’s healing effects on psoriasis (9:39 – 10:22) • The link between vitamin D deficiency and pregnancy complications, cancer, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s and more (10:22 – 11:25) • Why vitamin D helps fight COVID-19 and autoimmune disorders (11:25 – 13:24) • Remarkable research on vitamin D and COVID-19 (13:24 – 15:43) • Optimal levels of vitamin D (15:43 – 17:51) • Vitamin D deficiency in hospitalized COVID-19 patients (17:51 – 20:33) • High-risk groups for COVID-19 are inherently vitamin D–deficient (20:33 – 22:44) • A free app that helps you track your vitamin D levels (22:44 – 23:44) • Why vitamin D doesn’t get more respect and its effect on the COVID-19 vaccine (23:44 – 24:41) • Too much vitamin D can cause harm to these individuals (24:41 – 26:08) • Can you get too much vitamin D? (26:08 – 28:10) • The myth about vitamin D-3 versus vitamin D-2 (28:10 – 29:22) • Vitamin D use in those with kidney disease (29:22 – 29:59) • How skin pigment affects vitamin D levels (29:59 – 32:06) • Why there’s no vitamin D in human breast milk (32:06 – 32:51) • How quickly can I increase my vitamin D levels? (32:51 – 34:47) • Stress and vitamin D levels (34:47 – 35:27) • Symptoms of vitamin D deficiency (35:27 – 36:24) • The “sweet spot” for supplementation and sun exposure (36:24 – 40:22) • Tanning beds and UV light (40:22 – 43:27) • Phytoplankton for vitamin D (43:27 – 44:03) • The right vitamin D supplement for vegans (44:03 – 45:14) • Why everyone needs a vitamin D supplement (45:14 – 48:47 Learn more about Michael F. Holick, MD, PhD, and his work at DrHolick.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

If you understand what fuels winter weight gain, you can take control and protect your body from the harm that occurs when you tip the scales. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Lisa Young, PhD, RDN, CDN, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to share her secrets for keeping your weight in check during these months of “hibernation.” An internationally recognized nutritionist and portion-control expert, Dr. Young is author of Finally Full, Finally Slim and The Portion Teller Plan. Topics covered include… • Little-known reasons why we gain weight in winter (5:49 – 8:46) • The link between vitamin D and weight gain (8:46 – 11:55) • How vitamin D affects your risk for COVID-19 (11:55 – 13:03) • The benefits of early-morning sunshine (13:03 – 14:17) • Why poor sleep fuels weight gain (14:13 – 15:20) • The hidden trap of dehydration (15:20 – 16:57) • Why “delay…don’t deny” is a winning philosophy (16:57 – 19:17) • To treat yourself, have this…not that (19:17 – 21:45) • Smart ways to enjoy nuts and dried fruit (21:45 – 24:06) • Why we should all eat frozen fruit and veggies (24:06 – 25:23) • Toasted sesame oil, pepper flakes and other yummy (25:23 – 27:01) • Tricks to avoid pigging out on favorite treats (27:01 – 28:48) • Simple hand measurements for portion control (28:48 – 31:37) • The right mentality for eating fruits and veggies (31:37 – 32:58) • Foods that boost your energy levels (32:58 – 33:49) • What to watch for when having canned vegetables (33:49 – 34:35) • Does exercise really help with weight loss? (34:35 – 38:04) • How to satisfy potato chip cravings (38:04 – 39:50) • The rewards of mindful eating (39:50 – 42:20) • A healthy way to eat at your desk (42:20 – 43:07) • How to tell if you’re still hungry (43:07 – 43:45) • Choosing the right plates for smart eating habits (43:45 – 46:00) • How darkness affects mood and eating habits (46:00 – 46:44) • Tasty and fun snacks for late-night hunger attacks (46:44 – 48:21) • Healthy ways to enjoy hot chocolate and other treats (48:21 – 49:50) • Delicious and nutritious breads and other satisfying foods (49:50 – 52:18) Learn more about Lisa Young, PhD, RDN, CDN, and her work at DrLisaYoung.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

If COVID-19 lockdowns have kept you stuck at home for days, weeks or months on end, it’s no surprise that you’re feeling forgetful and foggy-headed. Lack of stimulation, loneliness and increased stress and anxiety have created a perfect storm that is taxing our brains in ways we could never have imagined. But the good news is, you can save your memory and thinking skills from long-term harm due to the pandemic. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Wendy Suzuki, PhD, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to talk about the unique ways our brains are being challenged in the midst of COVID-19 lockdowns…and what we can do to keep our brain cells humming. Dr. Suzuki is author of Healthy Brain, Happy Life and the forthcoming book Good Anxiety: Understanding the Most Misunderstood Emotion. Topics covered include… How your brain responds to the “COVID-19 desert” (5:32 – 8:02)Finding new and creative ways to connect (8:02 – 10:31)Long-term physiological effects of ongoing stress (10:31 – 14:23)How the stress hormone cortisol damages the brain (14:23 – 16:43)The amygdala can go into overdrive with stress (16:43 – 17:50)Your brain’s remarkable ability to change via neuroplasticity (17:50 – 19:36)The amazing powers we have to “train” our brains (19:36 – 20:59)What your first kiss says about your memory (20:59 – 23:04)Why social interactions predict our longevity (23:04 – 25:17)Loneliness = dopamine deprivation + cortisol release (25:17 – 29:36)Advice on strengthening “joy memories” (29:36 – 33:48)The impact of mask-wearing on facial recognition (33:48 – 36:10)A healthy mind-set when human interaction is missing (36:10 – 38:57)Overcoming the lack of stimulation when at home (38:57 – 41:44)How to lose weight during lockdown (41:44 – 43:28)The one thing that “grows” your hippocampus (43:28 – 44:50)Other brain-strengthening activities (44:50 – 45:30)Benefits of IntenSati exercise (45:30 – 48:16)Your brain thrives on new experiences (48:16 – 49:32)A simple meditation that trains your prefrontal cortex (49:32 – 52:56)How to build brain-healthy “tiny habits” (52:56 – 54:33)Dr. Suzuki’s favorite brain-boosting eating habits (54:33 – 56:15)     Finding the “silver lining” in COVID-19 lockdowns (56:15 – 58:29) Learn more about Wendy Suzuki, PhD, and her work at WendySuzuki.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Greg Nigh, ND, LAc, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to talk about the ways in which the purported “gold standard” polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test being used to diagnose COVID-19 can give misleading results. The more you understand, the less frightening the media reports can be. Dr. Nigh is a naturopathic physician, naturopathic oncologist, licensed acupuncturist and founder of Immersion Health in Portland, Oregon. He has researched and written about PCR testing since the early 1990s, when it was used during the HIV/AIDS crisis. Topics covered include… • The early science of PCR testing for HIV/AIDS (5:30 – 9:19) • Red flags around PCR testing for COVID-19 (9:19 – 10:14) • Misuse of PCR in detecting COVID-19 cases (10:14 – 10:59) • Why is PCR testing for COVID-19 allowed? (10:59 – 12:09) • How the PCR test works (12:09 – 14:30) • What goes wrong with PCR testing for COVID-19? (14:30 – 17:27) • How a healthy person could test “positive” (17:27 – 18:50) • Viruses that naturally exist within all of us (18:50 – 21:15) • What defines sickness with COVID-19? (21:15 – 23:50) • When COVID-19 hospitalizations are due to other causes (23:50 – 26:00) • Not all symptoms should be blamed on COVID-19 (26:00 – 28:30) • Perceived risk vs. actual risk for COVID-19 (28:30 – 30:30) • Can a person who isn’t sick but has a positive PCR test result spread the coronavirus? (30:30 – 35:33) • The PCR test’s “amplification effect” (35:33 – 40:44) • Why you should contact the lab if you get a positive PCR test result (40:44 – 43:09) • Reliability of rapid antigen tests (43:09 – 48:36) • Problems with widespread antigen testing (48:36 – 48:55) • How PCR and antigen tests compare with other tests (48:55 – 49:52) • COVID-19 vs. the flu (49:52 – 51:23) • Questions around hospitalization statistics (51:23 – 54:51) • Is COVID-19 really spiking? (54:51 – 56:25) • The protective power of vitamin D and other easy interventions (56:25 – 58:19) • What to do about COVID-19 testing (58:19 – 1:02:55) Learn more about Greg Nigh, ND, LAc, at ImmersionHealthpdx.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Jacob Teitelbaum, MD, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to share the three simple steps that he practices and has taught his patients to create an emotionally centered, happy life. Dr. Teitelbaum is a board-certified internist, holistic physician and author of several books, including 3 Steps to Happiness! and Real Cause, Real Cure. He is also the creator of the popular free iPhone and Android app Cures A-Z. Topics covered include… • Is happiness a matter of nature or nurture? (5:45 – 7:41) • The spiritual side of seeking happiness (7:41 – 9:42) • Following one’s inner voice (9:42 – 10:47) • How false humility gets in the way (10:47 – 13:14) • Why you should do what feels good (13:14 – 14:45) • A realistic definition of happiness (14:45 – 16:00) • Anger and other worthwhile, authentic feelings (16:00 – 21:48) • When to let go of feelings (21:48 – 25:30) • Accepting your “shadow” self (25:30 – 28:02) • The beauty of “no fault” living (28:02 – 30:47) • Unconditional love for others and self (30:47 – 33:04) • Rejecting our negative voices (33:04 – 37:10) • How to escape obligation and guilt (37:10 – 40:30) • Advice for parents (40:30 – 43:40) • When society passes judgment (43:40 – 44:56) • Removing the burden of expectations (44:56 – 48:30) • Writing your own life script (48:30 – 51:39) • Is there a genetic component to happiness? (51:39 – 54:06) • Choosing your own brand of happiness (54:06 – 55:02) • The secret to a joyous partnership/marriage (55:02 – 59:44) Learn more about Jacob Teitelbaum, MD, and his work at Vitality101.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

With the promising test results for COVID-19 vaccines, we’re finally seeing some hope for a return to normalcy. But there still are many important questions that the headlines don’t answer about the safety and efficacy of vaccines being created at “warp speed”…and the thorny ethical issues of who should get vaccinated first. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Dr. Max Gomez, nine-time Emmy Award–winning medical journalist with New York’s CBS-TV, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to break down the crucial details we all need to know when considering the new COVID-19 vaccines. Topics covered include… Surprisingly quick progress…but lots of future challenges (4:41 – 8:11What’s different about COVID vaccines (8:11 – 11:40)How the “coronavirus” got its name(11:40 – 12:20)Why COVID can also cause strokes and other nonrespiratory problems (12:20 – 13:04)The coronavirus’ “genius” for infiltrating our cells (13:04 – 14:11)What allows COVID vaccines to be produced so fast? (14:11 – 19:29)Do COVID vaccines protect people at highest risk? (19:29 – 22:20)Unusual dosing with the AstraZeneca/Oxford trial (22:20 – 25:07)The ground-breaking technology used in Pfizer and Moderna vaccines (25:07 – 32:48)  Is immunity long-lasting from COVID vaccines? (32:48 – 34:15)The safety of genetically modified vaccine materials (34:15 –38:05)Adverse effects detected so far (38:05 – 38:34)Will Dr. Max get the vaccine? (38:34 – 39:20)Transparency of research data during FDA review (39:20 – 40:27)Higher-than-expected efficacy results (40:27 – 41:50)Dangers of zinc and vitamin D deficiency with COVID (41:50 – 44:46)Storage considerations with COVID vaccines (44:46 – 49:31)Can people choose the vaccine they get? (49:31 – 51:01)Consumer cost and availability of COVID vaccines (51:01 – 53:59)Is there a clear winner among the three vaccines? (53:59 – 54:57)When to worry about adverse effects from a vaccine (54:57 – 57:45)How encouraged should we be? (57:45 – 1:01:07)Numbers needed to reach herd immunity (1:01:07 – 1:04:44)Who should get the vaccine first? (1:04:44 – 1:07:58) You can learn about the many things that Dr. Max does at DrMaxGomez.com. And watch his “Max Minutes” at NewYork.CBSLocal.com/tag/max-minute You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Allison Truong, MD, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to talk about the meaning of many common—and even a few rare—skin conditions. Dr. Truong is a board-certified dermatologist with Cedars-Sinai Medical Group in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills, California. Topics covered include… • Your skin reflects stress levels and your overall health (5:08 – 8:43) • What can trigger itching and cold sores (8:43 – 11:50) • Hair loss due to COVID-19 stress (11:50 – 15:05) • Temporary vs. permanent hair loss (15:05 – 16:59) • Hair loss caused by anemia, thyroid problems or surgery (16:59 – 19:29) • When to worry about hair loss (19:29 – 20:33) • How meditation and yoga help skin problems (20:33 – 21:49) • The six- to 12-month window (21:49 – 23:32) • When weight loss causes hair loss (23:32 – 25:16) • The real meaning of alopecia (25:16 – 27:17) • Hormonal hair loss in men and women (27:17 – 28:25) • Best shampoo for hair loss (28:25 – 30:55) • Hair types vulnerable to alopecia (30:55 – 32:50) • Topical regimen for stress-related hair loss (32:50 – 35:04) • Supplements for hair loss (35:04 – 38:39) • Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for hair loss (38:39 – 40:55) • How winter weather and/or stress affect acne, psoriasis, eczema, rosacea, etc. (40:55 – 43:42) • When to see a doctor for new skin issues (43:42 – 46:03) • Diet, light therapy and other approaches (46:03 – 50:31) • Avoiding “maskne” during COVID-19 (50:31 – 54:32) • Red spots and allergic reactions to masks (54:32 – 57:19) Learn more about Allison Truong, MD, at https://bio.cedars-sinai.org/truongak/index.html. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Mitchell Yass, DPT, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to talk about the five specific muscles that lead to most chronic pain and the simple strengthening exercises that provide relief…once and for all. Dr. Yass is creator of “The Yass Method” and the author of three books, including his newest, The Yass Method for Pain-Free Movement: A Guide to Easing through Your Day without Aches and Pains. Topics covered include… • Why is chronic pain so often misdiagnosed? (5:19 – 7:02) • The fallacy of MRI and X-ray findings (7:02 – 10:10) • A smarter way to interpret symptoms (10:10 – 12:53) • How The Yass Method works (12:53 – 13:58) • The crucial role of muscular balance (13:58 – 15:29) • Problems start when the body compensates (15:29 – 17:13) • The real cause of plantar fasciitis (17:13 – 18:41) • The tyranny of technology (18:41 – 22:18) • Why doctors aren’t finding the right answers (22:18 – 26:26) • Structural pain vs. muscular pain (26:26 – 27:57) • Headache due to improper posture (27:57 – 29:24) • The great misdiagnosis: Sacroiliac joint dysfunction (29:24 – 31:58) • The magic of your gluteus medius muscle (31:58 – 37:20) • Gluteus maximus strength for proper posture (37:20 – 39:18) • Weak hamstring muscles and knee pain (39:18 – 43:35) • Lower trapezius muscle and shoulder dysfunction (43:35 – 46:29) • Interscapular muscles for better breathing (46:29 – 48:03) • Isolating muscles during exercise (48:03 – 49:25) • Dr. Yass describes hamstring curls (49:25 – 51:27) • Choosing the right resistance bands (51:27 – 52:58) • Ideal frequency of strength training (52:58 – 53:47) • Dr. Yass describes hip abductor exercises (53:47 – 55:33) • Dr. Yass describes hip extension exercises 55:33 – 58:19) • Developing a lifelong habit of exercise (58:19 – 1:01:08) • Dr. Yass describes upper-body exercises (1:01:08 – 1:08:10) • Dr. Yass describes lat pulldown (1:08:10 – 1:12:08) Learn more about Mitchell Yass, DPT, and his work at MitchellYass.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS, nutritionist and coauthor, with cardiologist Stephen Sinatra, MD, of The Great Cholesterol Myth, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to talk about the pivotal role that insulin resistance plays in triggering deadly heart disease…and why this blood sugar–boosting condition keeps getting overlooked by most doctors.   Topics covered include…   Heart disease: The #1 killer of men and women (5:10 – 6:00) Harm can begin even in teenagers (6:00 – 6:30) Heart health helps protect against serious COVID-19 (6:30 – 7:05) The link to type 2 diabetes, obesity and Alzheimer’s disease (7:05 – 10:28) Fighting the insidious nature of childhood obesity (10:28 – 12:58) Why cholesterol isn’t the right target (12:58 – 13:57) The tests you should be getting (13:57 – 15:24) What your LDL and HDL levels could really mean (15:24 – 20:50) Genetic predisposition vs. lifestyle (20:50 – 23:16) Why insulin is so important (23:16 – 29:05) Low-fat diets don’t create good health (29:05 – 32:40) Politicization of nutrition and medical information (32:40 – 36:14) How to tell if you have insulin resistance (36:14 – 40:22) Shortcomings of the glycemic index (40:22 – 42:09) Interpreting your lab results (42:09 – 47:20) What to do about your insulin resistance (47:20 – 52:31) Turn insulin resistance around in 3 days (52:31 – 53:07) Good fat vs. bad fat (53:07 – 55:39) Healthful snacking (55:39 – 1:00:01) The Mediterranean lifestyle (1:00:22 – 1:06:14) The COVID-19 connection (1:06:14 – 1:09:57)     Learn more about Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS, and his work at JonnyBowden.com.   You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com.   And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

Thanks to the pandemic, even the best relationships are taking a beating these days. With all the pressures of health worries, financial struggles, home-schooling and 24/7 together time, marriages and partnerships are facing extreme obstacles like never before.     In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, board-certified psychiatrist and cohost of Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars, Ish Major, MD, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to talk about the smartest ways to restore the balance, calm and loving feelings we all long for in our intimate relationships.     Topics covered include…   Pandemic-era “accelerants” for love relationships (3:56 – 6:23) Why even stable relationships are now topsy-turvy (6:23 – 8:25) The big mistake couples are making (8:25 – 9:01) How to deal with incompatible coping mechanisms (9:01 – 10:10) The key to communicating well in the midst of COVID-19 (10:10 – 11:26) Making space for vulnerability (11:26 – 12:28) Ish’s trick to get someone to open up (12:28 – 13:32) The importance of setting expectations (13:32 – 18:29) Relationships don’t have to be so complicated (18:29 – 22:26) Two things we need to tell our partner (22:26 – 22:59) Why we don’t say what we mean (22:59 – 24:47) Taking the initiative (24:47 – 26:56) When and how to have one-on-one time (26:56 – 32:12) What sex really means (32:12 – 35:30) Best “sex toy” and intimacy secrets (35:30 – 41:10) The real reasons that people cheat (41:10 – 48:37) Advice for newlyweds and new relationships (48:37 – 55:22) Should you take back a cheater? (55:22 – 61:50)   Learn more about Dr. Ish and his work at DrIshMajor.com.     You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com.   And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, Dr. Ramos, author of Art of Stress Free Living: Reprogram Your Life From The Inside Out joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to show everyone how simple it is to live a long healthy life. Highlights… • The impending dangers of the coming winter (0:00 – 2:52) • Meet Dr. Brian Ramos (2:52 – 4:25) • Being a powerful health problem solver vs. a victim (4:25 – 6:42) • The proven connection between mind and body (6:42 – 10:23) • Feeling helpless to circumstances has a huge impact on your health (10:23 – 15:23) • Healing occurs in the now…not in the future or the past (15:23 – 18:38) • Wellness and well-being are crafts to master (18:38 – 19:28) • How can you claim hacking your DNA? (19:28 – 26:40) • The quantum physics recommendation on sleep (26:40 – 30:54) • What your body does while you sleep (30:54 – 34:22) • Winner mind-set + the right kind of sleep (34:22 – 37:00) • The DNA Hacking foundation: Mindfulness and your DNA (37:00 – 39:50) • Power of breathing to enhance mindfulness (39:50 – 42:55) • Breathing exercise with Dr. Ramos (42:55 – 48:52) • Chemotherapy example of the power of the mind (48:52 – 50:26) • How Brian uses mantras (50:26 – 54:57) • Quick-start routine (54:57 – 59:38) • Self-forgiveness is critical (59:38 – Learn more about Dr. Ramos and his work at DNAHackersecrets.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

Do you wish you had more? Do you wish you could achieve more? The surprising fact is that the reason many people don’t achieve their dreams is that they actually are afraid of success! Sounds crazy, but it’s not…it’s very common. Let’s help you break free… In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, Tracy Litt, founder of The Litt Factor and author of Worthy Human, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to talk about why we hold ourselves back and how to push those fears aside. Highlights… • The one source of overcoming fear (3:51 – 4:28) • Tracy’s “Aha” moment that changed her life (4:28 – 8:34) • Seeing that “wake-up moment” (8:34 – 10:52) • The false protection of being busy (10:52 – 12:32) • The top things people fear (12:32 – 13:28) • Why are we all so fearful? (13:28 – 19:30) • The power of external feedback to hold us back (19:30 – 22:04) • Fear of our own awesomeness (22:04 – 22:48) • The epidemic of Imposter Syndrome (22:48 – 25:52) • The what ifs of taking those chances (25:52 – 28:15) • “We settle for fine” (28:15 – 29:00) • Male vs. female fears (29:00 – 36:00) • Don’t be ashamed of your success —false forced humility (36:00 – 41:44) • Overcoming the fears—shifting the belief (41:44 – 45:26) • The journaling technique that helps you shift (45:26 – 48:38) • The critical first step (48:38 – 50:02) • Stacy’s story of transformation—it’s possible (50:02 Learn more about Lea and her work at TheLittFactor.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

Our children are emotionally devastated due to both COVID-19 and the pressures they face due to the social strife in our country. While adults want to play politics with school openings, COVID strategies and headline news, our children are suffering from anxiety, depression and grief. How can you help your children through the extreme challenges and burdens being placed on them? In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, child psychiatrist Lea Lis,MD, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to talk about what her patients are experiencing and how she is helping parents and children to overcome the challenges in a healthy way. Topics covered include… • Critical goal for all parents (3:50 – 4:55) • The two dominant issues for kids right now (4:55 – 6:35) • Kids aren’t afraid of getting sick like adults (6:35 – 7:40) • Impact of the trauma of COVID (7:40 – 10:58) • Social unrest layering additional challenge (10:58 – 13:44) • Prominence of Universal shaming and call-out culture (13:44 – 15:13) • Are children fearful of speaking? (15:13 – 17:53) • Critical to model appropriate debate and communication (17:53 – 21:07) • Overcoming fear of leaving the house and returning to social interaction 21:07 – 25:18) • Uncertainty creates unique frustrations (25:18 – 29:14) • How to clear your mind in the moment (29:14 – 32:30) • Helping teens through isolation when friends go out but they don’t (32:30 – 35:10) • In person is different than Zoom and other virtual interactions (35:10 – 37:54) • Striking the balance between support and encouragement (37:54 – 41:08) • Symptoms your children are struggling with (41:08 – 43:53) • Helping your child to share what they’re feeling (43:53 – 47:28) • Long-term impact of COVID on the young generation (47:28 – Learn more about Lea and her work at DrLeaLis.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

As with all viruses, symptoms of COVID-19 can linger for weeks…even months…after the infection is gone. Symptoms can include aches, foggy head and fatigue. Post-COVID fatigue syndrome does not discriminate between those who had serious cases of COVID and those who had only mild cases—it’s about how your body reacted to the illness. Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum has focused his medical practice and research on treating patients with chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia, and he says post-COVID fatigue syndrome can be beaten. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, nationally acclaimed integrated practitioner Jacob Teitelbaum, MD, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to share his secrets to healing from post-COVID fatigue syndrome. Specific Topics… • Resources from Jacob Teitelbaum to help everyone heal (3:55 – 5:45) • Why post-COVID syndrome is not unique (5:45 – 7:50) • Who is most vulnerable to post-COVID syndrome? (7:50 – 9:55) • Identifying post-COVID symptoms (9:55 – 11: 10) • How long will post-COVID syndrome last? (11:10 – 15:30) • Check any heart symptoms with your doctor to be safe (15:30 – 17:08) • Healing remnant lung and heart inflammation (17:08 – 20:15) • Dr. T’s SHINE Protocol for Fatigue—Step #1 is sleep (20:15 – 23:15) • Medications can be important to break the cycle of poor sleep (23:15 – 27:21) • Sleep hygiene is important for post-COVID, but… (27:21 – 27:53) • Step #2: Hormone balancing—often at the core of post-viral fatigue (27:53 – 29:25) • Step #3: Clear all secondary Infections, especially candida/yeast overgrowth (most doctors ignore this) (29:25 – 34:36) • Step #4: Proper nutrition is critical to strengthen the body (34:36 – 42:00) Dehydration masquerades as fatigue (42:00 – 45:21) • Step #5: Exercise is still critical even with fatigue (45:21 – 46:35) • Healing the lingering brain injury of viruses (46:35 – 48:47) • Help for brain fog’s unique challenges (48:47 – 50:30) • Post-COVID syndrome is very treatable (50:30 – 54:12) • Dr. T’s COVID-Prevention Program (54:12 – 55:27) To learn more about Dr. Teitelbaum and his work, go to Vitality101.com. Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on www.linkedin.com. If you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to.

COVID has only made health care more complicated and patient advocacy more important than ever before. There is no handbook for how to navigate through doctors’ gatekeepers, insurance restrictions and the trials and tribulations of drug side effects and painful procedures, leaving patients to suffer on their own. Until now. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, Amy Dixon, blind US Paratriathlon National team member, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to share her secrets to getting the best health care for you and your loved ones. • When autoimmune disease strikes: A tale of compound illness and treatments that help and harm (5:35- 8:57) • Illness and treatments that help and harm • Why Amy considers herself lucky (8:57 – 10:00) • Amy explains who is in charge (10:00 – 11:19) • Managing conflicting advice and competitive doctors (11:19 – 13:18) • Step 1: The importance of rapport with your doctor (13:18 – 17:18) • Always find the best for what you have (17:18 – 18:27) • How to find that amazing specialist (18:27 – 22:40) • The blessing of telemedicine (22:40- 25:03) • Getting past the doctor’s gatekeepers (25:03 – 31:46) • You’re paying more for your doctor’s brain than personality (31:46 – 34:55) • What should you bring to every appointment? (34:55 – 40:30) • Never be afraid to ask for a second opinion (40:30 – 42:50) • Weighing old and experienced vs. young and newest learning (42:50- 45:27) • Prescription secrets (45:27 – 52:47) • Persistence pays (52:47 – 55:53) • How to face the fear of unpleasant procedures 55:53 – 59:28) • Be sure the doc knows you as a person beyond patient (59:28 Learn more about Amy and her work at AmyDixonUSA.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

Of course, as we open the country, the number of cases has gone up. But do you need to worry about it? Will we go back to square one…or is this a natural progression? In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, Dr. Joseph Feuerstein, director of integrative medicine at Stamford Hospital in Stamford, Connecticut, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to provide an update on testing and treatments and who really is at risk. • The current state of the COVID union (3:02 – 4:40) • The curve is going down (4:40 – 6:10) • Growing expertise for treatment (6:10 – 8:10) • Beware lying about statistics in reports about new treatments (8:10 – 10:24) • Why the case numbers have jumped up in places (10:24 – 14:40) • Is quarantine making people more vulnerable to sickness? (14:40 – 18:10) • Who should get the vaccine when it’s available? (18:10 – 18:24) • Connection between excess weight and COVID risk (18:24 – 20:30) • If you take PPIs for indigestion, beware (20:30 – 23:30) • Other surprising connections to COVID (23:30 – 25:00) • Can you trust the vaccine development and testing? (25:00 – 27:15) • The new saliva test (27:15 – Learn more about Dr. Feuerstein and his work at DrFeuerstein.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

COVID has been extremely complex from an emotional point of view—fear, anxiety, anger and…grief. Hundreds of thousands of people have lost loved ones—many of whom died alone without final good-byes on either side. The sadness of the loss is always hard—but the survivor guilt during the pandemic is uniquely COVID. How do survivors close those emotional wounds? In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, applied psychologist Diane Malaspina, PhD, joins Sarah to help people understand the grief of COVID and find a path to healing. Highlights of the conversation… • Why grief during COVID is uniquely difficult (1:40 – 3:35) • Challenges because the grieving process can’t proceed in normal fashion (3:35 – 5:50) • Comparing current emotional responses to those of the past (5:50 – 13:36) • Unique healing from “yoga medicine” (13:36 – 16:30) • How grief manifests in your body to create physical symptoms (16:30 – 19:52) • Physical symptoms of grief (19:53 – 22:50) • Short-term vs. long-term grief processing (22:50 – 24:50) • Physical self-care is critical to healing (24:50 – 30:00) • How mantras can help heal (30:00 – 34:20) • The guilt that accompanies grief during COVID (34:20 – 38:30) • The opportunity to heal relationship challenges (38:30 – 41:30) • Returning to life after loss (41:30 – You can learn more about Diane Malaspina at DianeMalaspina.com. Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, author and entrepreneur Steve Kelley joins Sarah to talk about how he broke free and created his path to happiness and independence. Highlights of the conversation… • Gaining control over your life—no more victim (0:00 – 4:06) • You don’t have to live the curse of a problematic family legacy (4:06 – 10:03) • Change your framing…change your experience (10:03 – 16:01) • The catalysts that help you break free come in many forms (16:01 – 19:28) • Breaking free can be frightening (19:28 – 20:46) • Power comes from taking personal responsibility (20:46 – 24:40) • Steve’s big lesson from his tragic house fire (24:40 – 28:38) • Why everything happens by choice (28:38 – 32:40) • Letting go of people who are harmful to you (32:40 – 35:05) • 3 devils in conflict-resolution strategies (35:05 – 37:50) • Kindness, compassion and tolerance…the keys to creating opportunities (37:50 -39:18) • Creating options, choices and empowering others (39:18- 43:00) • Find the mentors who can help you (43:00 – 45:12 • Getting past the fear of asking for help (45:12 – 50:05) • Helping children helps them and you (50:05 – You can learn more about Steve and his work at BreakTheCursebook.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

Are you one of the millions of people who heard the call of nature during the pandemic? It’s wonderful how many families have gotten away from their screens and out of their houses and headed into nature, whether it’s hiking, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing or something else. But without proper preparation, getting back to nature can turn deadly. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, David Boyd, public affairs officer from the White River National Forest in Colorado, joins Sarah to talk about what you need to know and do to stay safe while enjoying the many gifts nature has to offer. Highlights of the conversation… • Never underestimate nature (4:25 – 5:36) • Surviving storms (5:36 – 7:33) • The most dangerous thing on an outdoor adventure (7:33 – 8:00) • Thunderstorm strategies (8:00 – 10:33) • Know your hiking capabilities (10:33 – 14:35) • Hiking is not just a walk in the woods (14:35 – 19:36) • Don’t be cheap with camping gear (19:36 – 22:01) • Fire danger is real (22:01 – 25:50) • The clean-up crew (25:50 – 29:15) • Animals up close and personal (29:15 – 30:55) • When you see a bear (30:55 – 34:37) • Moose aren’t so cute (34:37 – 38:23) • Marmots, raccoons, foxes and more (38:23 – 42:09) • Should hikers carry pepper spray? (42:09 – 43:05) • Snake smarts (43:05 – 44:45) • Water sports—even calm water is powerful (44:45 You can learn more about the National Forest Service and the many wonderful places you can visit at USDA.gov/visit/destinations. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

Are you exhausted by the anger that seems to be surrounding us? In the streets…on social media…and perhaps even in your own home? Job losses, fears of coronavirus and pressures because of the quarantine make tensions understandable. But anger is unhealthy in so many ways—for the giver and the receiver. How do you prevent the anger from “yucking” on you? In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, leading psychiatrist, Mark Goulston, MD, talks with Sarah about helping people understand and overcome the anger that is raging. Highlights of the conversation… • Anger is surrounding us (0:00 – 3:02) • Don’t confuse directness with anger (3:02 – 3:42) • Uncertainty plays a big role in rising anger and brings out the edge in everyone (3:42 -7:50) • How tension today is rooted in 9/11 (7:50 – 10:48) • Frustrations from feeling out of control and powerless 10:48 – 15:50) • Is anger an emotion or a behavior? (15:50- 20:02) • Does anger become a hardwired habit? (20:02- 21:42) • #GoodnessSurroundsUs…kindness releases feel-good hormones (21:42 – 24:00) • The invisibility of angry behavior…especially on social media (24:00- 29:10) • The connection between anger and disappointment (29:10 – 32:01) • Mark’s “hack” for calming people who are venting at you (29:10 – 36:44) • Oprah Winfrey’s most game-changing story in her career (36:44 – 38:58) • Recommendations for when you see friends’ anger on social media (38:58- 43:19) • Before you post…W.A.I.T—here’s what that really means (43:19 – 46:23) • Strategies to regain control (46:23 – 50:13) • Always assume goodwill and know there is something else deep inside (50:13 – 52:17) • A funny story of de-escalation (52:17 You can learn more about Mark and his work at MarkGoulston.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

It’s tempting to demonize business owners and leaders for their wealth. But most didn’t wake up that way. They had an idea and a work ethic and invested a whole lot of time and effort in growing their businesses. Successful people are built—not born. And that means anyone can achieve that kind of success, too. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, Tom Golisano, founder of Paychex and author of Built Not Born: A Self-Made Billionaire’s No-Nonsense Guide for Entrepreneurs, shares his secrets for success with Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner. Highlights of the conversation… • When things don’t go as planned (2:03 – 5:08) • The sacrifice founders make (5:08 – 8:55) • Difference in starting a business today (8:55 – 11:21) • Importance of knowing the details of your business (11:21 – 14:01) • Is an MBA worth it? (14:01 – 14:41) • Risk of ownership vs. working for others (14:41 – 16:00) • Are entrepreneurs born or created? (16:00 – 17:52) • The secret to powerful negotiations (17:52 – 20:45) • Bosses must be human (20:45 – 23:10) • Unique interview tests (23:10 – 25:00) • Appearance and manners matter (25:00 – 28:00) • Skills lacking in the workforce (28:00 – 30:50) • The power of silence (30:50 – 36:10) • Making everyone win in a negotiation (36:10 – 38:12) • Winning divorce-negotiation tactics (38:12 -40:09) • Remove negative people ASAP (40:09 – 41:47) • End things on a positive note (41:47 – You can learn more about Tom and his book,  Built Not Born: A Self-Made Billionaire’s No-Nonsense Guide for Entrepreneurs at TomGolisano.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

Obesity and a healthy body have been at the center of the discussion regarding COVID-19 vulnerability and the likelihood that obese people are more likely to contract and die from the disease.  But there are those who say that eating healthy is not easy or affordable.  That’s simply not true. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, nationally known expert on weight loss and nutrition and author of The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth, Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS, joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to bust the myths about healthy eating and help listeners see the easy changes they can make today. Highlights … The challenge of eating healthy (4:05 – 8:23)The most popular excuses to not eat healthy (8:23 – 13:00)The nutritional knowledge gap (13:00 – 16:55)Our supersized portions cost money (16:55- 18:55)Protein deprivation (18:55 – 21:17)Hidden expenses in your grocery cart (21:17 – 23:20)The unsung hero of your kitchen (23:20 – 24:27)Don’t put this in your (24:27 – 26:47)The high cost of these “healthy” foods (26:47 – 29:07)Time-savers in your spice cabinet (29:07 – 33:45)Healthy substitutions (33:45 – 40:38)Of course, beans—but did you know this? (40:38- 42:02)Surprising breakfast options (42:02 – 48:13)Jonny’s favorite go-to healthy snacks (48:13 – 50:03)Sarah’s time-savers (50:03 – 52:22)Cold potatoes’ bonus nutrition (52:22 – 54:46)Changing perspective on time (54:46 – You can follow Jonny’s work and learn more about this books at JonnyBowden.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher

Just a little more sleep can make an enormous difference in your body’s ability to protect you from the virus that causes COVID-19. Our bodies work very hard while we rest, especially to strengthen our immune systems. Are you having trouble sleeping? Staying asleep? It may be more than just these stressful times. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, nationally acclaimed integrated practitioner Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to provide guidance on how to fall asleep and stay asleep. Specific Topics… • Sleep is not a waste of time—a lot gets done during the night (3:33 – 6:15) • Use Netflix to your advantage (6:15 – 7:34) • The weight gain–sleep connection (7:34 – 9:54) • How much sleep do you need? Self-test (9:54 – 12:19) • Creating sleep cues (12:19 – 13:02) • Accepting your unique sleep needs (13:02 – 14:20) • Can naps offset sleep deprivation? (14:22 – 15:56) • If you have trouble falling asleep (16:10 – 19:15) • Evening routines that can help you fall asleep (19:15 – 20:35) • Dr. T’s de-stressor exercise (20:35 – 23:42) • Screen strategy (23:42 – 24:34) • Drink and pot and sleep (24:34 – 26:00) • Beware sleep “crutch” (26:00 – 28:00) • If you wake in the middle of the night, eat this (28:00 – 29:22) • When dreams distract your sleep (29:22 – 34:35) • Why do you have night sweats? And what to do (34:35 – 36:48) • Preparing your body for sleep (36:48 – 38:42) • Don’t let daytime tensions interrupt your sleep (38:42 – 39:44) • Supplements to help you sleep (39:44 – 41:00) • THC in pot—helpful or hindrance? (41:00 – 41:48) • Essential oils that can help (41:48 – 42:48) • How melatonin can help sleep (42:48 – 44:22) • The role of vitamin D (44:22 – 45:13) • Optimal sleep environment (45:13 – 47:06) • Why sleep is so important for immunity (47:06 – • Any specific timing rules for supplements? (34:40 – 36:15) • Andrographis—little-known herb that helps protect (36:15 – 37:32) • Maintenance protocol when COVID emergency eases (zinc, vitamin D, vitamin C) (37:32 – 38:44) • When you have symptoms—how to adjust (same supplements, but higher doses) (38:44 – 40:10) • Can you bring these to a patient in the hospital? (40:10 – 41:40) • Melatonin helps beyond sleep (41:40 – 42:44) • Omega-3s can help defend against COVID clots (42:44 – 45:33) • Should you take these products every day? (45:33 – 46:35) • Post-COVID fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome (46:54 – 48:25) • Dr. T’s opinion on taking new vaccine when it is available (48:25. – To learn more about Dr. Teitelbaum and his work, go to Vitality101.com. Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

If you have struggled with weight issues, there’s a good chance that you’re a sugar addict and don’t even know it. Since the 1950s, our sugar consumption has doubled, and four times as many people are obese. And…as people turned to “comfort food” during the pandemic and lockdown, the challenge has gotten greater. Diets won’t fix the problem. Changing your relationship with sugar will. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, author of Breaking Up with Sugar, counselor and founder of the eating disorder treatment center The Beacon Program, Molly Carmel joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to help people determine the roots of their food challenges and the key to overcoming them. Specific topics covered… • Sugar addicts have had an especially hard time during the pandemic (0:00 – 3:39 • Molly’s personal challenges with sugar (3:39 – 9:11 • Molly tried every diet (9:11 – 10:49 • When parents use sugar as a reward (10:49 – 15:15 • The start of biochemical addiction to sugar (15:15 – 19:47 • People who are obese or have diabetes most vulnerable to COVID and other illness (19:47 – 20:55 • Even thin people can be addicted to sugar (20:55 – 22:26 • What are the symptoms of sugar addiction (22:26 -25:40 • What’s hidden in your core beliefs about sugar? (25:40 – 29:17 • The single most important factor in weight-loss success (29:17 – 30:08 • The vows of weight loss (30:08 -35:04 • Our inability to tolerate distress (35:04 -36:59 • The difference between a food plan and a diet (36:59 -44:00 • The shifted mind-set of an ex-addict (44:00 – You can follow Molly’s work and book at MollyCarmel.com.   Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com.https://www.linkedin.com/company/98249/admin/ And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

Parents have been put in a horrible situation through the COVID-19 pandemic. Besides dealing with their own health and the health of their families, they’ve had to home-school…and entertain…and help their children deal with their confusion and fears. Now, as the country works to open up, there are many questions confronting parents about the future. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, emergency-room doctor and mother of two Dr. Darria Long Gillespie joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to answer the questions that so many parents have about COVID and their children. Specific topics covered… • Challenges parents are facing (00:00 – 5:13) • How dangerous is COVID for kids…really (5:13 – 6:27) • How common are rare reactions to illness (6:27 – 8:50) • Do childhood vaccinations impact COVID vulnerability (8:50 – 10:28) • Research findings regarding kids and COVID (10:28 – 12:19) • Quarantine pods for children (12:19 – 14:42) • Questions about how long immunity lasts (14:42 – 15:28) • Understanding the Kawasaki-like response to COVID (15:28 – 16:40) • Weighing multiple types of risks (16:40 – 18:11) • Dr. Darria’s 4D system of decision making (18:11 – 21:50) • Kids and the grocery store (21:50 – 23:00) • Kids and play dates (23:00 – 24:52) • Should you let your kids play team sports (24:52 – 28:36) • Safety strategies at playgrounds (28:36 – 30:15) • If kids rarely get COVID, why isolate them? (30:15 – 32:45) • Dr. Darria’s opinion on kids returning to school (32:45 – 35:02) • Emotional damage to children—rise in anxiety (35:02 – 41:31) • Hand sanitizer smarts (41:31 – 43:15) • Help for stressed out parents (43:15 – 45:48) • Take something off your plate (45:48 – 46:52) • “Rupture and repair” is important (46:52 – 49:44) • Let your children try new things (49:44 – 50:50) • How to strengthen kids’ immune systems (50:50 – You can follow Dr. Darria on Instagram and Facebook @DrDarria. Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

Just as the world started to open up, the news started to report frightening numbers of new cases of the coronavirus. But what about the deaths and hospitalizations? Treatment options are increasing, and death rates declining…but you wouldn’t know it from the media. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, Dr. Max Gomez—nine-time Emmy Award–winning medical journalist with New York’s CBS-TV—joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to give important perspective on the rising numbers of COVID cases . Specific topics covered… • Second spike vs. extension of Wave 1 (4:31 – 8:34) • Pattern of sickness is changing (8:34 – 12:35) • Monitoring the right data to understand the extent of the danger (12:35 – 16:55) • Watch the hospitalizations (16:55 – 20:28) • Can the system handle the increase? (20:28 – 22:04) • In-hospital treatments: Remdesivir, dexamethasone, blood plasma treatment (22:04 – 34:50) • Hydroxychloroquine: The latest news (34:50 – 43:02) • Zinc and viruses (43:02 – 45:00) • How accurate is testing? Nasal swab (45:00 – 48:02) • Inconsistencies in the anti-body test (48:02 – 52:22) • The two elements that increase your risk for COVID- (52:22 – 53:38) • How close is COVID to being a “treatable disease”? (53:38 – You can follow Dr. Max at DrMaxGomez.com.   You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

Telemedicine is transforming the health-care system. It has been a lifesaver for both doctors and patients during the pandemic, and it will be one of the bright spots to come out of the quarantine as its many benefits make health care safer and more accessible. There are, however things you need to know about how best to use this new technology…what it’s limitations are…and how to get the most out of your time with the doctor. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, nationally acclaimed preventive cardiologist Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to share her experience and recommendations for the use of telemedicine. Specific topics… • How the world has changed since the start of COVID (0:00 – 5:23) • When patients got scared (5:23 – 6:25) • Face-to-face conversation is richer (6:25 – 9:19) • Can tests be done with telemedicine? (9:19 – 11:35) • Testing technology for smartphones (11:35 – 13:36) • For those not-so-tech-savvy (13:36 – 16:35) • Connecting to Electronic Health Records (16:35 – 17:17) • Telemedicine and psychological counseling (17:17 – 18:28) • For those who needed testing (18:28 – 19:32) • Unreported deaths due to COVID-19 not because of COVID-19 (19:32 – 20:32 • Top uses of telemedicine (20:32 – 22:10) • Compliance for follow-up improvements in telemedicine (22:10 – 23:18) • No wasted time (23:18 – 25:31) • How to prepare for a telemedicine appointment (25:31 – 27:00) • Can you do an annual physical via telemedicine? (27:00 – 28:44) • Second opinions and increased collaboration (28:44 – 30:44) • Lessons learned about self-advocacy (30:44 To learn more about Dr. Steinbaum and her work at SRSHeart.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on  www.linkedin.com. And if you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

Lost your job…bills to pay…mortgage in question. None of this was your fault, but here you are…struggling to make ends meet. What can you do to raise cash, decrease debt and protect your retirement while waiting for the economy to turn back around? • High level economic view of the economic situation (0.00- 6:27) • Implication of the stock market increases (6:27 – 9:00) • It’s rainy-day fund time (9:00 – 10:43) • What is your saving habit? (10:43 – 11:40) • Making changes to retirement savings (11:40 – 11:50) • Watch out for companies changing their 401k match (13:50 – 14:15) • Getting cash out of your home (14:15 – 17:12) • Pros and cons of HELOCs in an emergency (17:12 – 20:22) • Hard decisions on spending (20:22 – 21:45) • 401(k) strategies (21:45 – 23:35) • Health insurance for laid-off employees (23:35 – 25:10) • Taking Social Security early (25:10 – 26:05) • Reverse mortgage for oldsters (26:05 – 27:45) • Leveraging life insurance…maybe (27:45 – 29:05) • Advice for small-business owners (29:05. – 31:34) • Renegotiating with credit card companies (31:34 – 35:16) • Personal loans from credit cards (35:16 – 36:40) • The most generous credit cards (36:40 – 37:34) • Hidden money in your credit card points (37:34- 42:30) • Forgiveness on mortgages (42:30 – 44:44) • The importance of calling to ask (44:44 – 45:20) • What can renters do? (45:20 – 48:20) • Rethinking your cable, Internet and phone bills (48:20 – 49:58) • The housing market crystal ball (49:58 – In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner, Bankrate.com’s Chief Financial Analyst Greg McBride joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to talk about where to find money without putting your future in jeopardy. To learn more about Greg McBride and his work, go to Bankrate.com and follow him on Twitter @BankrateGreg. Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on www.linkedin.com.https://www.linkedin.com/company/98249/admin/ If you enjoyed this podcast, please share a review so that more people can benefit from Be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

Sarah Hiner, president and CEO of Bottom Line Inc., is passionate about giving people the tools and knowledge they need to be in control of their lives in areas such as living a healthier life, the challenges of the health-care system, commonsense financial advice and creating great relationships. She appears often on national radio and hosts the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, where she interviews leading experts to help people be their own best advocates in all ares of life.

Sarah Hiner, president and CEO of Bottom Line Inc., is passionate about giving people the tools and knowledge they need to be in control of their lives in areas such as living a healthier life, the challenges of the health-care system, commonsense financial advice and creating great relationships. She appears often on national radio and hosts the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, where she interviews leading experts to help people be their own best advocates in all ares of life.

Sarah Hiner is President and CEO of Bottom Line Inc, a family owned provider of information and products to help people live happier, healthier and more informed lives. Sarah is leading the company through the transition from print information to the new demands of digital delivery channels and audiences. In this episode of the Woman of Value Podcast, you'll hear: - Why Sarah is a ‘people-ist' and not a ‘feminist' - The importance of developing skills outside the family business before working at Bottom Line, Inc. - The $500,000 mistake Sarah made at Gray Advertising - How a health crisis helped Sarah create a healthy lifestyle - How Bottom Line is evolving into the digital age - Sarah's unique style of leadership - And more...