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"Health Power"

By: Lisa Davis MPH
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  • Summary

  • Unleash Your Health Power: Heal, Laugh, Thrive


    Ready to ditch the fad diets and gym selfies for a deeper approach to wellness? HEALTH POWER is your passport to vibrant living.

    Join veteran health journalist Lisa Davis, with 25 years of wisdom and a sprinkle of humor, as she peels back the layers of what it truly means to thrive.

    Dive deep into:
    • Trauma Healing: Learn how to heal from the inside out with science-backed tools and a healthy dose of self-compassion.
    • Mindfulness Magic: Open conversations about anxiety, depression, and navigating life's curveballs with a mindful approach.
    • Movement that Moves You: Discover ways to move your body that spark joy and laughter.
    • Fueling Your Fire: We've got delicious recipes for every palate, whether you're paleo, vegan, gluten-free, or just love good food.
    • Celebrating Neurodiversity: We embrace different minds and unlock their unique strengths – because everyone's a superhero in their own way.
    • Real People, Real Stories: Find inspiration and connection through everyday journeys of health and healing.

    Every week, you'll get:
    • Bite-sized Quickies: Two days a week, get practical tips and tricks on air fryer cooking, allergy-friendly meals,and actionable wellness hacks (all delivered with a smile).
    • Deep Dives:Three days a week, we go long-form, exploring complex topics with experts, with genuine curiosity and in-depth conversations.
    HEALTH POWER is your roadmap to living with intention, finding joy in your body, and embracing life to the fullest. Buckle up, friends, because we're reclaiming our health, laughing our way to healing, and unleashing our inner power together. Subscribe now and join the adventure!
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Episodes
  • EP #1402: How to Set Boundaries and Avoid Codependent Behaviors for Healthier Relationships

    EP #1402: How to Set Boundaries and Avoid Codependent Behaviors for Healthier Relationships
    Jun 21 2024
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    Making Movies in Our Minds: Working Through Our Anxiety - July 3, 2023:

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    Connecting In A Disconnected World: Activities That Build Connections With Children:
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    Summary

    In this conversation, Lisa Davis and Dr. John Trentalange discuss the difference between being codependent, being empathetic, and wanting to help someone. They define codependency as sacrificing oneself for others and emphasize the importance of being aware of one's sacrifices. They also discuss the importance of setting boundaries and not crossing them when trying to help others. They highlight the difference between true empathy, which is understanding someone's perspective, and codependent empathy, which involves trying to feel someone else's feelings. They encourage listeners to slow down, think about their motives, and offer help without imposing it on others.

    Keywords: codependency, empathy, helping others, sacrifices, boundaries

    Takeaways
    • Codependency involves sacrificing oneself for others without being aware of it.
    • True empathy is understanding someone's perspective, while codependent empathy involves trying to feel someone else's feelings.
    • Setting boundaries and not crossing them is important when trying to help others.
    • Slowing down, thinking about motives, and offering help without imposing it on others can help avoid codependent behaviors.


    Sound Bites
    • "Codependency is often giving up ourselves to get something and then we become resentful."
    • "Treat others the way that they want to be treated, not the way that we want to be treated."
    • "We have to pay attention to our investment and really doing a reality check with ourselves about what is my motivator."

    Chapters00:00Introduction and Overview
    03:18The Difference Between Codependency and Empathy
    08:06Setting Boundaries and Avoiding Codependent Behaviors
    14:57Slowing Down and Thinking About Motives
    25:00Understanding Empathy

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    25 mins
  • EP #1401: How to Unmask Hidden Inflammation & Ignite Your Journey to Lifelong Health

    EP #1401: How to Unmask Hidden Inflammation & Ignite Your Journey to Lifelong Health
    Jun 20 2024
    Summary

    Dr. Efrat LaMandre discusses inflammation and its role in illness and wellness. She explains that inflammation is a state of feeling unwell, characterized by aches, pains, and other symptoms. If left unchecked, inflammation can lead to illness. Dr. Efrat emphasizes that illness and wellness exist on a spectrum, and it takes time for inflammation to progress to an illness. She also discusses the importance of understanding the context of inflammation, such as CRP levels, and the need for personalized approaches to nutrition and lifestyle based on individual genetics and sensitivities. In this conversation, Dr. Efrat LaMandre discusses the importance of inflammation and its impact on health. She emphasizes the need to reduce inflammation through dietary choices and lifestyle changes. Dr. LaMandre also shares her personal approach to nutrition, including intermittent fasting and protein supplementation. She highlights the concept of bio-individuality and the importance of finding what works best for each individual. The conversation concludes with a discussion on indulgences and the importance of balance in a healthy lifestyle.

    Keywords: inflammation, illness, wellness, autoimmune disease, CRP, cholesterol, nutrition, leaky gut, gluten sensitivity, inflammation, health, dietary choices, lifestyle changes, intermittent fasting, protein supplementation, bio-individuality, balance
    Takeaways
    • Inflammation is a state of feeling unwell, characterized by aches, pains, and other symptoms.
    • Illness and wellness exist on a spectrum, and inflammation left unchecked can progress to an illness.
    • Understanding the context of inflammation, such as CRP levels, is important for accurate assessment.
    • Personalized approaches to nutrition and lifestyle based on individual genetics and sensitivities are crucial.
    • Leaky gut and gluten sensitivity can contribute to inflammation and autoimmune diseases. Inflammation is a key factor in the development of illness and disease.
    • Reducing inflammation can be achieved through dietary choices and lifestyle changes.
    • Intermittent fasting can be an effective strategy for reducing inflammation and promoting overall health.
    • Protein supplementation can help support muscle health and prevent muscle wasting.
    • Bio-individuality means that what works for one person may not work for another, and it's important to find an approach to nutrition that suits your individual needs.
    • Indulgences can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced and healthy lifestyle.


    Sound Bites
    • "Get your affairs in order. I would like to be named."
    • "Wellness, let's just say it's all the way in my left hand, and then we have illness all the way in the right hand."
    • "Listen to your patient. If your patient comes in and says, my joints hurt all the time, especially when I first wake up and then after I move, I feel a little bit better, that's rheumatoid arthritis."
    • "I'm in a constant state of inflammation. That's the inflammation we don't want. That's the one that causes illness."
    • "I try to be, so okay, so I fast. I like intermittent fasting. I try to fast like 16 to 18 hours."
    • "It's like, hey, why is half my container missing? It wasn't me. You probably lost track."

    Chapters00:00Introduction and Book Recommendation
    07:11The Role of CRP in Assessing Inflammation
    10:10Personalized Nutrition and the Ideal Plate
    25:00The Spectrum of Inflammation
    28:35Understanding Inflammation and its Impact on Health
    30:20The Role of Intermittent Fasting in Reducing Inflammation
    35:46Bio-Individuality: Finding What Works for You
    41:14Balancing Indulgences in a Healthy Lifestyle


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    36 mins
  • EP #1400: Cooking with Kayla: Kayla's Italy Food Adventure - Where she Went, What She Ate, and What She'll Make at Home

    EP #1400: Cooking with Kayla: Kayla's Italy Food Adventure - Where she Went, What She Ate, and What She'll Make at Home
    Jun 19 2024
    Summary

    Kayla shares her experience of eating gluten-free in Italy and the amazing food she had. She did extensive research and found that Italy is one of the best countries for gluten-free options. The food was fresh, not processed, and tasted incredible. She highlights specific meals she had in Rome and Sienna, including gluten-free paninis, risotto, and pasta. She also visited wineries and enjoyed wine tastings. Overall, Kayla had a fantastic culinary experience in Italy. Kayla shares her experiences with gluten-free dining in Italy, highlighting the delicious and accommodating options available. She discusses the unique flavors and ingredients she encountered, such as pears, mozzarella, and balsamic glaze on pizza, as well as risotto dishes with cacio e pepe and tomato sauce. Kayla also mentions the use of coconut milk and oat milk as alternatives for creating creamy sauces. She plans to recreate these dishes at home and shares her recommendations for gluten-free dining in Florence. The conversation concludes with a discussion about Spain and future recipe recreations.

    Keywords: Italy, gluten-free, food, fresh, research, Rome, Sienna, paninis, risotto, pasta, wineries, wine tastings, gluten-free, Italy, dining, pizza, risotto, coconut milk, oat milk, recipe recreations, Spain

    Takeaways
    • Italy is a great country for gluten-free options and the food is fresh and delicious.
    • Kayla did extensive research and found specific restaurants and dishes to try in each city she visited.
    • She enjoyed gluten-free paninis, risotto, and pasta in Rome and Sienna.
    • Kayla also visited wineries and had wine tastings, adding to her culinary experience in Italy. Italy offers a wide range of delicious gluten-free options, including pizzas with unique toppings like pears and arugula.
    • Risotto dishes with cacio e pepe and tomato sauce are popular and can be easily recreated at home.
    • Coconut milk and oat milk can be used as alternatives for creating creamy sauces in gluten-free recipes.
    • Kayla recommends trying gluten-free dining options in Florence, such as the entirely gluten-free restaurant Sangro and the gluten-free pizza at Mama Eats.
    • Future recipe recreations include the risotto with tomato sauce and mozzarella pockets.


    Sound Bites
    • "Italy is one of the best countries to eat gluten-free food in."
    • "The food in Italy was fresh, not processed, and tasted incredible."
    • "I found a fully gluten-free restaurant in Rome that had delicious paninis."
    • "I got one with pears, mozzarella, provolone, and like a balsamic glaze on top and arugula."
    • "The pizza is like incredible. Like pizza will never be the same for me. It's so light. It's not dense. It's not heavy."
    • "Everything is like lighter. It's baked for a shorter amount of time. So it's not like oozing oil. It's, you know, just strategically placed on the pizza."

    Chapters00:00Introduction and Overview
    00:40Choosing to Eat Gluten-Free in Italy
    01:34Fresh and Delicious Food in Italy
    06:03Exploring Sienna and Tuscan Cuisine
    16:13Unexpected Stop in Montepucciano
    25:32Gluten-Free Dining in Italy
    29:16Unique Flavors and Ingredients
    30:11Numbering System on Menus
    32:30Gluten-Free Pizza in Florence
    37:36Future Recipe Recreations

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    38 mins
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