In this segment, Dr. Heather Shenkman discusses the intricacies of the DASH diet and highlights various alternatives and supplements that can aid in reducing high blood pressure. She underscores the vital role of lifestyle changes in managing blood pressure alongside necessary medications. Shenkman also touches upon the impact of a plant-based diet in lowering cholesterol levels, emphasizing patient-centric strategies for better blood pressure control. #HeartHealth #LifestyleChanges #PlantBasedDiet

In this in-depth talk, Michelle Jorgensen, DDS, BCTN, sheds light on the concealed hazards associated with common dental procedures and materials, such as mercury fillings and their adverse effects on health. Delving further, she highlights the repercussions on oral health due to nutritional deficiencies, and emphasizes the importance of gut health in maintaining strong teeth and bones. She also touches upon the potential risks of fluoride usage and the necessity of approaching dental health from a more holistic perspective. Moreover, Jorgensen offers insights into sleep disorders, urging the audience to be cognizant of the alarming statistics concerning sleep-related issues and their connections to overall health. With evidence-backed arguments, she promotes a more informed and health-conscious approach to dental care and wellbeing. #HolisticDentalCare #MercuryFillings #SleepHealth

Glen Merzer delves into the profound implications of consuming animal products. He critiques society's complicity in normalizing meat consumption, despite its clear health, ethical, and environmental repercussions. From subsidizing the meat industry with taxpayers' money, fostering a culture of disease, to the strain it places on interpersonal relationships and our very environment, Merzer highlights the gravity of our choices and the urgency for transformation. #AnimalAgriculture #PublicHealth #EnvironmentalImpact