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Cynicism is a huge problem in health care, both from patients and providers. Patients are frustrated their doctors have so little time during visits and that they’re most-likely going to leave with nothing more than a prescription. Physicians are frustrated that their patients first come in after a huge problem has arisen, often 10 years in the making, wanting an instant solution. While diet, exercises, and lifestyle interventions can help, will the patient actually follow through? Unlikely. It’s a two-sided problem where both parties feel stuck. A system-wide shift to preventative care is a likely solution. On this week’s podcast, we’ll explore how this is already happening privately, to some extent. Listen and learn: What peptide therapy is and why it might be preferable to exogenous hormones Breakthroughs in early cancer screening that most people don’t know about The importance of medical supervision on any health journey Links Valhallavitality.com About guest Dr. Hari Mani is a board-certified family m

Mental health is a huge and growing problem, and psychedelic medicine is suddenly on a fast track toward legalization. Ayahuasca is a traditional medicine used in the Amazon for hundreds of years as part of healing ceremonies. Its use has been largely confined to retreat settings, but as mental health professionals seek new options for treating depression, anxiety, and PTSD among other conditions, many are looking to the past to inform the future of psychiatric medicine. My guest on this week’s podcast is at the forefront of the movement.  Listen and learn: About the curious combination of plants that create this drug Set and setting considerations for traditional use Legal and safety concerns Ceremonial vs. clinical use The “pill for an ill” risk vs. the reality of potential benefits  Learn more Simon’s Site ABOUT OUT GUEST Dr. Simon Ruffell is a psychiatrist known for his research on ayahuasca and study of curanderismo. Since 2016, he has collaborated with Indigenous communities in the Amazon basin to inv

No matter how comfortable or challenging your life is, chances are you suffer from poor concentration, stress, anxiety, or overwhelm with some consistency. Left unchecked, your busy brain can lead to burnout, and while some might argue how to technically define this condition, none would argue it’s a safe state in which to live. With burnout comes an open door where illness, sadness, and pain can enter. On this week’s podcast, you’ll meet a medical doctor whose work is focused on helping people find a way back to balance. Listen and learn: Strategies to calm your busy brain The power of a pause The importance of a chief wellness officer at work Why compassion is needed as a first step, including self-compassion  Link www.Drromie.com ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Romie is a board-certified physician and the founder of "brainSHIFT at Work," where she combines her 20 years of expertise in neurology, integrative medicine, and mindfulness to create cultural change in mental health and wellness. She has a new book coming o

Mental health challenges are often suffered in silence, behind closed doors. That is perhaps most true of eating disorders which affect people of all ages and backgrounds and range from anorexia and bulimia to orthorexia and body dysmorphia. The default advice to “get help” is not wrong, but simply booking a session with a local therapist is unlikely to unravel the complexity that usually defines mental health challenges that manifest in disordered eating. On this week's show, you´ll meet a professional counselor and mental health educator focused on helping people find a path forward. Links Ruth’s Site ABOUT OUR GUEST Ruth Micallef is a counselor who focuses on eating disorders. She uses Schema therapy, positive psychology, and compassion-focused therapy (CFT) as part of her work.  Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel Visit www.yogabody.com

Think of your muscles like ground beef, and fascia like plastic wrap that creates a scaffolding like structure in, around, and through the muscle. Fascia is one of the most abundant connective tissues in your body, and like all tissues, it’s susceptible to injury, pain, and dysfunction. Despite its prevalence, fascia research remains nascent, so it’s worthwhile for anyone interested in their body to learn more. On this week's show, you´ll meet a fascia expert who will help you better understand this essential connective tissue. Listen and learn: Why delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is usually caused by pain in your fascia more than muscle pain How fascia is affected by compression, shearing, and stretching The role of hyaluronan (hyaluronic acid) in fascial health   Link David’s Site ​​ABOUT OUR GUEST David Lesondak is a Structural Integrator at UPMC's Center for Integrative Medicine. He is the author of the book, Fascia: What it is and Why it Matters.  Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our Yo

Everyone ages differently, Some age gracefully, others fall off a cliff when it comes to health. For everyone, hormones are usually an issue: menopause for women, andropause for men. Both mainstream and alternative medicine offer What you’ll learn What is a compounding pharmacy How are health clinics allowed to prescribe medicines Risk vs. reward of hormone replacement Why supplements and drugs should be put in the same category  Links Website ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Gillett is a medical doctor who practices holistic, preventative, and sports medicine. He emphasizes a patient-centered approach and is involved in Obesity Medicine organizations.  Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel Visit www.yogabody.com

We’ve all had the experience of opening a new pint of ice cream fully intending to just have a spoonful, and then 10 minutes later, the container is empty and you’re unsure why. Binge moments are part of life, but for some, binging happens regularly–daily even–and it can become a serious mental health challenge that has very little to do with food itself. On this week’s podcast, my guest will help you understand what’s going on and offer some insights for a path forward. Listen and learn: Why today’s “last supper” is never the last How to differentiate impulsive vs compulsive behavior  How to remove shame and guilt around food Important distinctions between bad food vs bad person Links Sarah’s Site ABOUT OUR GUEST Sarah is a licensed psychotherapist with a focus on assisting people recovering from binge eating disorders. She is the author of the book, I Can’t Stop Eating. Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel Visit www.yogabody.com

Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition affecting as many as three percent of the population. While prescription medicine and creams can relieve symptoms in the short term, long-term solutions often require stress management, detoxification, and gut health. Our guest on this week’s podcast specializes in helping people get their skin under control. Listen and learn: About the role of sun exposure and vitamin D How your gut health and microbiome relates to your skin The impact of food intolerances and allergies on the skin Risks vs rewards of long-term prescriptions Links Dayna’s Site ABOUT OUR GUEST Dayna Hrovath is a physician's assistant with a particular focus on psoriasis. Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel Visit www.yogabody.com

MDMA, better known as the party drug ecstasy, has been legalized in Australia and will soon be approved in The United States for use in psychotherapy. While much of the research pushing for legalization has focused on post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), its potential use in couples therapy also holds great promise. My guest on this week’s podcast wrote his master’s thesis on the therapeutic uses of MDMA in the 1980s and has been at the forefront of drug-assisted counseling ever since. Listen and learn: How an MDMA-assisted session for couples can fasttrack therapy Legal and safety concerns Fentanyl risks and the safety promises of prescription options Why couples should aim to share two appreciation comments daily How to utilize the “acknowledgement formula” to resolve conflict in your relationship NOTE: MDMA is illegal in most jurisdictions worldwide. This podcast is not meant to endorse purchase or consumption of illicit drugs. Even when legal and prescribed, there are real risk and dangers that must b

Running is an amazing way to build cardiorespiratory fitness, it’s accessible to just about anyone, and you can start right now. The problem? An estimated 80 percent of runners get injured each year, so simply staying on your feet consistently is a huge challenge for most people. My guest on this week’s podcast is a physiotherapist who will share her tips for running pain-free. Listen and learn: How to choose between road, trail, and treadmill running The importance of stride rate and elbow drive How to supplement your running with strength training Links Hilary’s Site ABOUT OUR GUEST Hilary is a physical therapist and was previously a member of the US Alpine ski team. She works with athletes and non-athletes in-person and online. She does a lot of work with runners, focusing on gait fixing and running injuries.  Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel Visit www.yogabody.com

What if your greatest pain in life was not the terrible things that happen to you, but instead the confusion and disjunction between your mind and body? Our bodies are wired for survival, but we all hope to find peace and contentment. Is it possible? Our guest on this week’s podcast believes it is. Listen and learn: How pain increase amygdala size and activity while simultaneously decreasing hippocampus size and activity Why self trust is the missing link in the confusion created by pain How exposure and facing our pain head on is the only way through The idiocy of trying to outrun or avoid the monster that lives between your ears Links Julia’s Site ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Julia DiGangi is a neuropsychologist and founder of NeuroHealth Partners, specializing in the neuroscience of emotional, cognitive, and social health. She also has an excellent TEDx talk on the art of suffering. Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel Visit www.yogabody.com

Longevity is having a moment on social media right now with Silicon Valley paying teenage boys to have blood transfusions, experimental peptide injections, and all the predictable skin lasers and fillers. Most of these experiments will be useless, some will be harmful, but perhaps a few will actually work. Dr. Stephen Krichevsky joins this week’s podcast to help us separate the signal from the noise. Listen and learn: What we can learn about aging from yeast, worms, fruit flies, and mice Does starving yourself really extend your life? What about NMN and rapamycin? Why stable weight might be more important than being thin as you age Links Dr Kritchevsky’s Work ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Stephen Kritchevsky has published more than 450 peer-reviewed papers and serves as the director of Older Americans Independence Center (OAIC) and co-directs the Sticht Center for Healthy Aging and Alzheimer’s Prevention. He is a contributor to the ABC study and the LIFE Trial. Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube

Do you feel burned out? My guest on this week's podcast, Dr. Neha Sangwan, defines burnout as exhaustion, ineffectiveness, and cynicism. Once that trifecta occurs, you’re in trouble - and most of us have been there. How do you bounce back from true burnout? What role can medicine, spirituality, and social groups play? Listen in to learn more. Listen and learn: Why exhaustion, ineffectiveness, and cynicism typify burnout How to find “your people” if you’re socially isolated Why it’s important to identify your core values Which medication and natural interventions can act as a bridge back to balance Links Dr Neha’s Site ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Neha Sangwan is an internal medicine physician, international speaker, and corporate communications expert. She is the author of new book, Powered by Me: From Burned Out to Fully Charged at Work and in Life. Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel Visit www.yogabody.com

Most of us have a bucket list of things we’ll do once we grow up, after the kids move out, once we’ve retired… or someday. The problem with someday is that we don’t know when or if it will ever come, and more importantly, why wait? Most of life’s richest experiences don’t cost very much at all, and most things you could start to experience immediately. Listen and learn: How to find joy in everyday moments Why doing things you suck at but enjoy can unlock amazing experiences How your lowest lows can turn into peak experiences How to start if you’re currently time and/or financially poor Links Experiential Billionaire ABOUT OUR GUESTS Bridget Hilton and Joe Huff are entrepreneurs and co-authors of the new book, Experiential Billionaire.  Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel Visit www.yogabody.com

Hip pain ranges from minor pinching felt during squats to excruciating pain that causes you to limp or even need the support of a cane. Like all joint injuries, the process of diagnosing and treating a hip injury is often long and circuitous. Do you need surgery? Physical therapy? Will the pain ever go away? In this week’s podcast, you’ll meet a physiotherapist who focuses specifically on hips. Listen and learn: What femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is and what it might mean for you Why you should forget quick fixes and focus on a six months plus healing journey Realistic options for post-hip replacement exercise and sport Why labrum tears are so common in the general population and are usually asymptomatic Links Mehmet’s Site ABOUT OUR GUEST Mehmet Gem is a physiotherapist. Much of his work is focused on the hips and femoroacetabular impingement (FAI). He has worked with athletes in multiple sports and non-athletes internationally via his consultancy and training programs. Like the Show? Leave us a revi

Pelvic floor problems affect an estimated 40 percent of the population. Common symptoms include incontinence, prolapse, premature ejaculation, and irregular bowel movements. Your pelvic floor is a muscular net that supports your bladder, bowels, and in women the uterus. Those muscles can be trained and strengthened just like your biceps - but it’s a little more tricky to learn how. On this week’s podcast, we meet a physiotherapist who specializes in this area of the body. Listen and learn: How to take charge of your pelvic floor health   Whether pee-stop-pee is a safe practice for strengthening Do apps and gizmos actually work? Are they worth it? Will you ever be able to jump on a trampoline or deadlift again? Are medical interventions such as collagen fillers, botox, and surgery effective? Learn more at Clare’s Site ABOUT OUR GUEST Clare Bourne is a pelvic health physiotherapist. She works with extremely common but rarely discussed issues such as incontinence and prolapse. She is the author of Strong Found

Public speaking and communication skills are crucial for every aspect of life. Whether you’re negotiating a promotion at work or advocating for yourself with your doctor, the better you can express yourself, the greater your success. Good communication is a meta skill that pays off in multiples, and it’s something we should all invest more time in developing. Listen and learn: The power of story and narrative during presentations How to use visual aids carefully The importance of time management Why formulaic structures are often a wise choice How to handle feedback, trolls, and grandstanders Learn more at Ben’s Site ABOUT OUT GUEST Ben Crosby is a professor of rhetoric and a communication skills consultant. He is also the author of Presentations as Performance: A Professional’s Guide to Better Speaking. Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel Visit www.yogabody.com

When most people think about getting in shape, their first priority is usually fat loss - and for good reason. Excess adipose tissue can, in many cases, contribute to or exacerbate dozens of other health problems. But what if instead of focusing on losing fat, you focused on gaining muscle? Lean muscle tissue is a metabolic workhorse. It strengthens your bones, acts as a natural glucose storage location and helps to balance your hormones. Interestingly, it’s often faster to build muscle than it is to shed fat, and the two often go head-in-hand. Listen and learn: Why lean muscle tissue tests are inaccurate The future of D3-creatine tests for accurate “weigh in” of muscle mass The correlation between lean muscle, bone density, and reduced all-cause mortality Weights vs bodyweight exercise: can you do it at home? The minimum effective dose for change Links Dr Lyon’s Site ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a physician and the founder of the Institute of Muscle-Centric Medicine. She is the author of a soon-to

Psilocybin mushrooms (aka magic mushrooms) are being studied and used for their therapeutic and mental health benefits. These powerful substances have a long history of use in various cultures around the world, and are surprisingly safe if used carefully with medical supervision. At the same time, any drug, natural or not, presents a complex set of risks and rewards that must be considered. On this week’s podcast, you’ll learn about the popular new style of sub-perception use called microdosing. Listen and learn: How one tenth of a psychoactive dose can provide many of the same benefits without a “high” or psychedelic experience Legal considerations and options for traveling with psilocybin How psychedelics might impact emotional processing and reverence for nature Links Retreat Microdose LEGAL & HEALTH WARNING: in most jurisdictions, psychedelic drugs are illegal. Even when legal, they should be treated and used with care, ideally only under the supervision of trusted healthcare professionals. The view

Food allergies are a common and growing problem. To complicate things further, food allergy tests have a fifty percent false positive rate and most general practitioner doctors have just two weeks of allergy training - so you’re often left on your own when trying to diagnose and deal with them. Extreme allergies are rare, but skin problems, digestive issues, headaches, and bowel issues are becoming increasingly common. My guest on this week’s podcast will help you understand more about allergies and what to do about them. Listen and learn: Why allergies are a huge and growing problem Why most IGG food allergy tests are a waste of time How avoiding foods like peanuts could contribute to the development of an allergy The important difference between an intolerance and an allergy   Links Theresa’s Site ABOUT OUR GUEST Theresa MacPhail is a medical anthropologist, professor, and writer. She is the author of the book, Allergic: Our Irritated Bodies in a Changing World. Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out