Almost a year into this pandemic now and a good chunk of us are still working from home. In fact, we may never go back to an office. But as wonderful as it sounds to never deal with traffic, working in your pajamas from your bed or couch, it can lead to burning out in both physical and mental ways. Joining us to talk about home office burn out is Dr. Greg Hammer, a pediatric intensive care physician, pediatric anesthesiologist, and professor at Stanford University Medical Center. We'll hear toda...
Nov 17, 2020
We here at Mindful Medicine do our best not to talk about COVID-19 too much. But, after being in this pandemic for 6 months now, it's hard not to! So today, we're talking about the health benefits of nasal washing for COVID, allergies, and much more! We're joined by Dr. Hana Solomon today, she is the founder of BeWell LLC and the inventor of nasal wash brand Nasopure. Think about it, when is the last time you washed your nose? In this episode, hear all about why its important to clean this part ...
Nov 03, 2020
Our guest today is none other than the esteemed and beloved actor Alan Arkin! In addition to being an accomplished actor on stage and screen, Alan is an author, with his latest book being his ninth published work. In this witty and moving book Out of My Mind: (Not Quite a Memoir) Alan speaks openly about the existential crisis which brought him from analysis to the serious study of Eastern philosophy and several teachers who helped him revise his views on almost everything. In this episode, Alan...
Oct 20, 2020
Ian Morris was on track to become a collegiate baseball star. But a series of devastating health diagnoses diverted those dreams, and sent him down a different path; one that also sent him into a deep depression. It was here Ian sought solace in sound healing. Ian has over 21 years’ experience in the performing arts field now and has made it his life’s goal to use his gifts and passion to be of service to people in search of healing. In this episode, he tells us his compelling story of how he go...
Oct 06, 2020
This episode is personal for Dr. Holly, as she battles her own recent cancer diagnosis. Today we are talking to Matthew Zachary, who founded Stupid Cancer, the nonprofit responsible for igniting a global movement advocating for AYA (adolescent young adult) cancer programs and support that brought dignity in the face of health adversity. Ten years ago Matthew was a concert pianist and composer, heading to grad school when he was told he had 6 months to live after being diagnosed with brain cancer...
Sep 29, 2020
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. Holly to talk about what's in our prescriptions, why it's important to filter water, and the dangers of processed food,...
Sep 22, 2020
As the pandemic continues, and social distancing and canceled plans continue to be the norm, you might be missing your old way of life, those connections to others, and even a simple hug. People are really feeling it these days. Which brings us to our guest, whos story is perfect for this moment. In 2012 he finally made his childhood dream come true and made it to Nepal. What unfolded in the mountains forced him to question his values and his own identity, a trip that would completely change the...
Sep 15, 2020
In the changing landscape of cannabis legality, the growth of marijuana has become more industrialized. There are over 100 different active chemical properties present in the cannabis plant. THC is the psychoactive chemical that can get people high. CBD is the chemical that can do wonders for physical conditions. Different parts of the plants are used for different conditions. Facilities for marijuana manufacture are regulated by restrictive ordinances so cannabis isn’t grown on every street cor...
Sep 08, 2020
With 24-hour connectivity to phones and work, people are more stressed than ever before. And, stress oftentimes shuts down your ability to have healthy relationships. It creates conflict with your partner and can make individuals crave isolation. When stressed, everything in your body tightens, your blood pressure rises, and you feel overwhelmed and drained, which makes intimacy a challenge. Psychotherapist Mary Jo Rapini reminds couples that they have control over stress and their sex life. She...
Sep 01, 2020
In the U.S., maternal mortality and morbidity disproportionately affect black women at a rate four to five times greater than white women. In New York City, black women are 8 to 12 times more likely than white women to die as a result of pregnancy and birth-related causes. Joining us to talk about these sobering statistics is Latham Thomas. She supports women in embracing optimal wellness and spiritual growth, especially during their childbearing years. A celebrity doula and maternal wellness ex...
Aug 25, 2020
Many women try to be everything to everyone, and self-care becomes an afterthought. They fall into a pattern of constantly living in survival mode, where hormone and stress levels are elevated. The result is reduced cognitive function, poor memory, low energy, irregular periods, and disrupted sleep. Essential oils offer a safe, natural way to disrupt the survival response and balance your body’s hormones. Essential oils can lower cortisol levels in your brain, which improves memory and cognitive...
Aug 18, 2020
Ralph Haven's primary passion is helping people get over autoimmune and anxiety conditions by uncovering and clearing the protections and root causes that are keeping those conditions in place. He is a Medical Intuitive Healer, Teacher, Coach and much, much more - and talks this episode with Dr. Holly on a wide range of intuitive topics including his path to holistic wellness, what a "soul actualized therapist" really is, the emotional reasoning behind pain, and the long term societal effects of...
Aug 11, 2020
When most people think of "habits" they think of bad things. Smoking or picking at your nails. But habits can be good things also, and we're going to talk about simple ways to transform your life by incorporating healthy habits day to day. And occupational therapists are the people who help get you back to doing the things they like to and need to do in their everyday lives. Inherently they have a holistic perspective, that focuses on adapting the environment to the needs of a patient. Susan Rob...
Aug 04, 2020
WFH is the newest acronym in the cultural lexicon: Working From Home. During this pandemic, it seems like a lot of people are shifting to this type of office. Whether you're setting up shop at your kitchen table or hunched into your laptop for a Zoom call from bed, ergonomic issues are more likely to occur while working from home, especially since most people's transition to this lifestyle was quite abrupt. Dr. Chad Henriksen is a chiropractor and has been working in the industry for 20 years no...
Jul 28, 2020
Anxiety and dread about the state of the world right now are keeping many of us awake at night. Whether it's your health or your job, some aspect of COVID-19 is probably throwing you off and making it difficult to rest. But we hope you can find some comfort in knowing this is happening to SO many other people right now. Dr. Michael Awad is a fellowship-trained sleep surgeon and chief of sleep surgery at Northwestern Medicine, and joins Dr. Holly to talk about sleep apnea, how sleep can build imm...
Jul 21, 2020
A study published this June in Nature Medicine, says inflammation after meals varies significantly among healthy adults, pointing to the need for personalized eating plans. The study – which consisted of 1,103 subjects including 600 identical and non-identical twins – demonstrated that surprisingly genetics plays a minor role in determining personal nutritional response and even identical twins can respond very differently to the same foods. Inflammation fuels the fire of most chronic diseases, ...
Jul 14, 2020
Practicing mindfulness can be especially helpful in times of stress. In our current health crisis, millions of people continue to be affected by COVID-19 in one way or another: Health concerns or worries, employment woes, social distancing rules making it challenging to connect with family and friends have all been familiar themes. Mindfulness is a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and the surrounding environment. Being present and in the moment means we pu...
Jul 07, 2020
We talk a lot about stress on this show. But now more than ever, stress management is key to getting through each day. Joining Dr. Holly is Dr. Chris Mosunic to talk about holistic ways to de-stress, his company VIDA health, and diabetes management.
Jun 30, 2020
From an evolutionary perspective, we’re working against ourselves when it comes to getting a good night’s sleep. We’ve been disrupting our circadian rhythm by striving towards achieving homeostasis with air conditioning, heating, and artificial lighting. The natural sleep triggers such as the gradual darkening and cooling of our environment are gone, and we’re not sleeping as well as we should. To get the best night’s sleep our bodies need a cool environment. But with memory foam mattresses and ...
Jun 23, 2020
Our bodies have an innate ability to heal - that is the core of Dr. Holly's mission as a naturopathic doctor and a person. Dr. Ben Reebs is also a naturopathic doctor and joins Dr. Holly to talk about his journey to this career, and his new book The Serpent & The Butterfly: The Seven Laws of Healing.
Jun 16, 2020
Marianne Ingheim knows what it means to face adversity and tragedy. Raised in a rigid religious household, depression, and anxiety were constants in her life. Diagnosed with breast cancer, she underwent a double mastectomy at 41. After that, her husband, whom she had decided to divorce, committed suicide. These challenges prompted her to probe her own psychological patterns and coping mechanisms. In her book Out of Love: Finding Your Way Back to Self-Compassion, she shows readers how to be as ki...
Jun 09, 2020
In 2018, Laura Musall woke up with terrible night sweats and texted her girlfriends to complain. That group message sparked what would later become CoolRevolution PJs - cooling pajamas for modern menopausal women. Co-Creator of that brand Laura Musall, joins Dr. Holly to share her business journey, how little women know about menopause once they hit it, and designing clothes for women above 50....
Jun 02, 2020
Parents who are working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic may be encountering new challenges. While seeing Jimmy Fallon's kids be an active part of the virtual representation of his show, many parents are struggling to manage work and life. They're suddenly faced with being both caregivers and teachers in many instances. And, the mounting boredom and inability to play with their friends is another source of stress for both kids and parents. Amy Edgar, APRN, CRNP, FNP-C, joins Dr. Holly to s...
May 26, 2020
We need food to survive. But, for those who have an unhealthy relationship with food, eating becomes complicated. Anxiety is an underlying piece of an eating disorder, so the COVID-19 pandemic is especially problematic for individuals who are either struggling with an active eating disorder or are in recovery. Dr. Allison Chase has been working in the field of eating disorder treatment for over 20 years. She joins Dr. Holly to discuss why individuals should limit social media exposure and tradit...
May 19, 2020
Digital devices may seem like a good escape during different times of our lives, but especially now during the COVID-19 pandemic. No matter if we're in the middle of a pandemic or not, the hold these devices have on our lives is having a negative effect. Dr. Lori Whatley is a Clinical Psychologist who specializes in the effects of digital device usage on both individuals and businesses. She joins Dr. Holly to explain why we're so drawn by our digital devices, how we can break the habit, and tips...
May 12, 2020
Certified Health Practitioner Danah Mor has dedicated her life to helping others realize their health goals with her positive, simple approach that banishes guilt and re-frames relationships with food in a sustainable and realistic way. In her book, Shine Brighter Every Day , Danah Mor introduces readers to a new perspective on food and lifestyle that helps them understand why they are attracted to certain foods or ways of life. It shows them how non-physical nourishment is more powerful and imp...
May 05, 2020
Our brains are designed to keep us alive. Fear is that mechanism. The problem is worry , which is anticipatory fear. That is occurring in rampant form during the COVID-19 pandemic. People are trying to offset some of the uncertainty by attempting to gain control -- manifested in actions like buying excessive amounts of toilet paper. Dr. Roger Hall, author of Staying Happy Being Productive , joins Dr. Holly to share tips for easing some of the irrational fears and worries impacting us during the ...
Apr 28, 2020
During the COVID-19 crisis, a hot topic is boosting your immunity. Unfortunately, many of the "comfort foods" that we crave to make us feel better are doing the opposite. And, many of those foods have one main ingredient: sugar. Jennifer Tyler Lee, author of Half the Sugar All the Love , says that quitting sugar doesn’t mean giving up the foods you love. The trick is to sweeten them naturally with fruits and vegetables instead of added sugar. Jennifer joins Dr. Holly to share some tips for reduc...
Apr 21, 2020
Toxic chemicals in beauty products continue to prove harmful to our health. In fact, a recent study showed a link between hair dyes and breast cancer. Even with all this recent data, cosmetic regulations haven't been updated since the 1930s. Phyllis Ellis, the director and leading expert of the award-winning documentary, Toxic Beauty , joins Dr. Holly to discuss the life and death issues of public health that have been kept in the shadows by the power of pharmaceutical companies, and the weaknes...
Apr 14, 2020
Burnout is on the rise. This problem not only affects healthcare providers themselves -- it also has a significant impact on their family members and even their patients. Greg Hammer, MD, is a pediatric intensive care physician, pediatric anesthesiologist, and professor at Stanford University Medical Center. In his new book, GAIN without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health Care Professionals , he explores this devastating issue and what can be done to solve it. Listen as Dr. Hammer joins Dr....
Apr 07, 2020
