Wellness For Life Radio

Dr. Jordan Tishler is back on the show to continue our conversation on the many benefits of medicinal cannabis. Today we're talking about your sex life, and how many common issues can be relieved in the bedroom, with a little cannabis.Dr. Jordan Tishler is back on the show to continue our conversation on the many benefits of medicinal cannabis. Today we're talking about your sex life, and how many common issues can be relieved in the bedroom, with a little cannabis. Dr. Tishler is a Harvard-trained cannabis specialist and CEO/CMO of inhaleMD, a Boston-based patient-focused clinical practice. This is a newer field in terms of cannabis use, but can show some drastic results! Dr. Tishler talks with Dr. Susanne about how using it can help lift roadblocks in your sex life, the different strains we hear about, the problem with current treatments for sexual dysfunctions, the important timing of edibles, and the pros and cons of heading to your local dispensary. 

Hypnotherapy uses relaxation techniques, extreme concentration, and intense attention to reach a heightened level of consciousness. Research suggests hypnosis benefits not only psychological but behavioral and physical wellbeing also, including addictions, grief, and anxiety to name a few.Hypnotherapy uses relaxation techniques, extreme concentration, and intense attention to reach a heightened level of consciousness. Research suggests hypnosis benefits not only psychological but behavioral and physical wellbeing also, including addictions, grief, and anxiety to name a few.Joining us today to answer all your questions on hypnotherapy is Kiné Corder. She is the CEO of Presidential Lifestyle, a National Certified Counselor, an international speaker, and the world’s #1 clinical hypnotherapist specializing in stress management.  As a former Morgan Stanley financial advisor, Kiné realized that high achievers needed help with more than just the numbers because resistance was getting in the way of them executing on

The lymphatic system is a network of tissues and channels that work to rid the body of toxins and other unwanted material. Its main function is to transport lymph fluid throughout the body.The lymphatic system is a network of tissues and channels that work to rid the body of toxins and other unwanted material. Its main function is to transport lymph fluid throughout the body.Dr. Loretta Friedman opened her Chiropractic practice in 1994, and is one of two Directional Non-Force Technique® Chiropractors in all of New York State, with patients come from all over for relief of pain, musculoskeletal swelling, inflammation problems, and disc issues. As a woman’s health expert, Dr. Friedman harnesses proprietary protocols for Anti-Aging, Metabolic Detoxification, and Lymph-Biologics™, a unique form of lymphatic drainage. She tells us all about lymph drainage, why it's so important for breast health, and how to improve your drainage. 

Every day around 10,000 babies are born in the United States, and 1/3 of those are born via cesarian section (c-section). This rate continues to climb, with many experts saying it's getting too high.Every day around 10,000 babies are born in the United States, and 1/3 of those are born via cesarian section (c-section). This rate continues to climb, with many experts saying it's getting too high.Dr. Stuart Fischbein, MD OB/GYN has been in the private practice of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Southern California since 1986. He graduated from the University of Minnesota Medical School in 1982. He has a long history of support for Midwives and the alternative to the medical model of birth they provide. he is a long-time outspoken advocate of a woman's' right to informed consent and refusal and the exercise of her free will, and since 2010, Dr. Fischbein continues to provide direct patient care and attend home and birth center births with his midwife colleagues. He has published two papers and one case report highl

As new cases of coronavirus surge, many other countries have been able to curb their numbers, but the US has not. What is different about our immune systems in this country? Today's guest is here to help us out.As new cases of coronavirus surge, many other countries have been able to curb their numbers, but the US has not. What is different about our immune systems in this country? Today's guest is here to help us out.Dr. Charles Bens is a writer, speaker, and founder of Healthy @ Work, Inc. is a wellness education and consulting company focused on improving the health of employees.This week he talks with Dr. Susanne about metabolic health, the importance of getting enough Vitamin D, toxins, and the 6 stages of cellular deterioration. 

In order to heal you must be willing to feel. The good, the bad, and all the experiences you encounter.In order to heal you must be willing to feel. The good, the bad, and all the experiences you encounter. Sara Schulting Kranz exemplifies this practice. She is a professional life and leadership coach, motivational speaker, and certified wilderness guide. She specializes in helping those who have suffered hardship or trauma to find forgiveness and strength in their lives through guided wilderness retreats in locations such as the Grand Canyon and the Pacific Rim. In this episode, she discusses with Dr. Susanne her commitment to changing the definition of “forgiveness” in The Merriam-Webster Dictionary, the science of trauma, and her story as a survivor of sexual assault, rejoicing in nature, and how she made sense of it all in her new book Walk Through This: Harness the Healing Power of Nature and Travel the Road to Forgiveness.

Tami Meraglia, M.D. is a physician with a passion: to help women take charge of their own hormone health and happiness.Tami Meraglia, M.D. is a physician with a passion: to help women take charge of their own hormone health and happiness. Her unique voice is sorely needed today as women face hormone imbalances and deficiencies before, during, and after menopause. These conditions, which can assault the quality of life, are nothing new. She started out as a traditional MD in family practice, but as her patients came in with ailments that this style of medicine deemed "fine" she switched up her career. She talks with Dr. SUsanne about really listening to patients, making lifestyle changes for longterm results, fixing your gut, and why you should bank your stem cells now!

We have a very special guest on Wellness For Life today, Alan Arkin!We have a very special guest on Wellness For Life today, Alan Arkin! He's starred on Broadway, television, almost 60 films and has won almost every acting award in North America. But today he will be diving into his new book Out of My Mind: (Not Quite a Memoir). Alan and Dr. Susanne talk spiritual journeys, looking to nature for answers, and get into the nitty-gritty of his latest book. 

Cannabis as a medical therapy can be a tough idea for some to wrap their heads around, after decades of being told it's a harmful drug.Cannabis as a medical therapy can be a tough idea for some to wrap their heads around, after decades of being told it's a harmful drug. So what are the benefits of using cannabis in a medical setting, what's the difference between cannabis and hemp, should you smoke it or eat it? We'll break this all down for you in today's episodeWe have one of the leading experts in the fast-growing industry of cannabis therapeutics joining Dr. Susanne today. His is Dr. Jordan Tishler, a Harvard-trained cannabis specialist, CEO/CMO of inhaleMD, a Boston-based patient-focused clinical practice and has also practiced for the Boston Veterans’ Administration for 15 years.Listen as the doctors discuss the differences between marijuana, CBD & hemp, the best ways to take cannabis for the best results, and how dosing works.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jyothi Rao, co-author of Body on Fire: How Inflammation Triggers Chronic Illness and the Tools We Have to Fight It. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jyothi Rao, co-author of Body on Fire: How Inflammation Triggers Chronic Illness and the Tools We Have to Fight It. She is a strong proponent of holistic medicine, certified in Medical Acupuncture from UCLA,  working out of her practice at the Shakthi Health & Wellness Center.The title derives from the concept that when the body becomes imbalanced, it becomes irritated and inflamed or a “body on fire.” There is more to healing inflammation than using pharmaceuticals, so they emphasize implementing lifestyle interventions that get to the root of the problem rather than simply treating the symptoms.In this jam-packed episode, we learn how to assess our own energy, lifestyle, diet, and mental state, as well as discover unique physical and emotional triggers, which are often precursors to illness.Switching to a plant-bas

There's one big topic that will cross the mind of every parent eventually: When do I talk to my kids about sex? Or, at what age do my children need to know about sex? And then, how do you tackle this conversation?There's one big topic that will cross the mind of every parent eventually: When do I talk to my kids about sex? Or, at what age do my children need to know about sex? And then, how do you tackle this conversation? Well, Dr. Les Lis is here to help. She is the Shameless Psychiatrist because she is passionate about reducing shame.  Dr. Lis is also a medical doctor who is a double board-certified Adult and Child Psychiatrist.We get into all this sex this episode: getting rid of your own awkwardness as the parent when it comes to sex, managing your child's social media use, the value of dads talking to daughters, mothers talking to sons, and pornography.

The Coronavirus pandemic & subsequent lockdowns are taking a toll on all of us. For our children, added on top of that is the stress of a new school year that looks completely different than before.The Coronavirus pandemic & subsequent lockdowns are taking a toll on all of us. For our children, added on top of that is the stress of a new school year that looks completely different than before.Dr. Lisa Koche is triple boarded in Internal Medicine, Bariatrics, and Anti-Aging and Regenerative medicine, and will talk to Dr. Susanne about supporting your kids navigating this new school year. Hear some tips today on developing routines and sticking to them, how to know if your child is suffering from this extra stress, helping your kids understand what they see in the news about the pandemic, dealing with stress and digestion during these uncertain times, and her favorite supplements & vitamins for the winter season.

If you're going stir crazy during this pandemic, you're not alone! And even as we enter the fall and winter months, getting outside is the best way to beat the need to get outside of your house.If you're going stir crazy during this pandemic, you're not alone! And even as we enter the fall and winter months, getting outside is the best way to beat the need to get outside of your house. Well if you're tired of just walking around your neighborhood, or doing yoga in your house, have you ever thought of nordic pole walking?Today, we're talking to Lorne Opler. He is an Adjunct Professor in Nutrition at Seneca College in Toronto and holds a Master's Degree in Health Education and Health Promotion from the University of Texas at Austin, as well as a certified personal trainer,  public speaker, and fitness writer.He joins Dr. Susanne to talk about nordic pole walking, all the gear you may need to level up your hiking game, and why it's the best workout the great outdoors can give you!  Learn more about gear and the

The magic word today is Ayurveda, meaning "the knowledge of life." You may have heard of this practice if you've been looking into holistic or functional medicine before, but what does it encompass?The magic word today is Ayurveda, meaning "the knowledge of life." You may have heard of this practice if you've been looking into holistic or functional medicine before, but what does it encompass? Dr. Judith Pentz is going to tell us about the healing techniques of Ayurvedic Medicine. She is an integrative psychologist, as well as an assistant professor at the University of New Mexico.Hear Dr. Pentz & Dr. Susanne discuss exploring the essence of your being, the Ayurvedic cleansing method Panchakarma, morning routines, treating depression holistically, and her book Cleanse Your Body, Reveal Your Soul.

COVID-19 has upended our way of life in so many ways, with economical distress, panic and anxiety, and a rise in domestic violence to name a few.COVID-19 has upended our way of life in so many ways, with economical distress, panic and anxiety, and a rise in domestic violence to name a few. Today we have Dr. Sandi Curtis on the show, an internationally trained music therapist and author. Her specialty is "feminist music therapy" working with women & children who are survivors of violence, as well as those with special needs and palliative care.  Dr. Curtis tells us today about the rates of domestic violence in the US, connecting music to movement, and how music can help anyone overcome trauma and speak their truths.

According to DONA International, a doula is a "trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to a mother before, during, and shortly after childbirth to help her achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible."According to DONA International, a doula is a "trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to a mother before, during, and shortly after childbirth to help her achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible."Latham Thomas is a celebrity doula and maternal wellness expert, as well as the founder of Mama Glow, a global women’s health and education brand serving women along the childbearing continuum. She talks about her journey to becoming a doula, advocating for maternal equity, and maternal death in our country, and how those rates are disproportionately affecting black women. In the U.S., maternal mortality and morbidity disproportionately affect black women at a rate four to five tim

We drink water and eat food every single day. But have you thought about all of the toxins that are in these things? Lead in water, pesticide in food, toxins are everywhere. We drink water and eat food every single day. But have you thought about all of the toxins that are in these things? Lead in water, pesticide in food, toxins are everywhere. With over 30 years in the field, Dr. Joe Nieusma is an expert in the field of toxicology. He says his mission is to help people realize just how toxic our world is and how they can fight back against it. With a focus on pharmaceuticals and water quality, Dr. Nieusma also started an international scientific consulting firm called Superior Toxicology & Wellness.He joins Dr. Susanne to talk about the most common toxins, the problem with being on too many pharmaceuticals, and how dosage affects what is toxic to our bodies.

Menopause & perimenopause come with a wide range of side effects - brain fog, fatigue, craving carbs, and gaining weight in all the wrong places.Menopause & perimenopause come with a wide range of side effects - brain fog, fatigue, craving carbs, and gaining weight in all the wrong places. These are just some of the complaints Dr. Susanne hears from her patients - and our guest today has made it her mission to help women deal with these issues.Dr. Anna Cabeca is an internationally acclaimed menopause and sexual health expert, and author among other titles.She is back on the show today to talk with Dr. Susanne about her nickname “The Girlfriend Doctor," nutrition for the menopausal woman, the gut hormone connection, and how a keto diet can help you through this change.

So much is told to us about aging. Some of us look forward to it, but most of us are dreading the process. So what is the truth about aging, what does science have to say about getting older, do we really get better with age?So much is told to us about aging. Some of us look forward to it, but most of us are dreading the process. So what is the truth about aging, what does science have to say about getting older, do we really get better with age?  Dr. Alan Castel is here to talk about some of the myths and paradoxes that surround the aging process. Do we get happier, whats going on with our memories, and finding meaning at this new stage in life. Dr. Castel is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of California, Los Angeles, and studies learning, memory, and aging.

30% of Dr. Susanne's patients have been gaining weight since the COVID-19 pandemic started earlier this year.30% of Dr. Susanne's patients have been gaining weight since the COVID-19 pandemic started earlier this year. She believes its most likely due to stress eating and cravings for comfort food, sugar, and alcohol in the midst of this year's chaos. Julia Ross is a psychotherapist and world leader in nutritional therapy to talk about how our moods and how we eat go hand in hand.The women discuss how junk food can lead to malnutrition, the importance of protein, and amino acid supplements.