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Talking Brain Health with Dr. Dale Bredesen Jul 15, 2021

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Today we’re joined by Dale Bredesen, MD, a pioneer in brain health research and an internationally recognized expert on the mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease. His career has been guided by a simple idea: that Alzheimer’s as we know it is not just preventable, but reversible. Dr. Bredesen's research explains the physical mechanism behind the erosion of memory seen in Alzheimer’s disease, and has opened the door to new approaches to treatment. His work has placed him at the vanguard of neurological research, leading to the discoveries that today underlie the ReCODE Protocol. He put much of his findings and research into the best selling books "The End of Alzheimer’s," "The End of Alzheimer’s Program," and "The First Survivors of Alzheimer's: How Patients Recovered Life and Hope in Their Own Words Paperback." Dr. Bredesen earned his MD from Duke University Medical Center and served as Chief Resident in Neurology at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), before joining Nobel laureate Stanley Prusiner’s laboratory at UCSF as an NIH Postdoctoral Fellow. He held faculty positions at UCSF, UCLA, and the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Bredesen also directed the Program on Aging at the Burnham Institute before joining the Buck Institute in 1998 as founding President and CEO. ◘ Related Content The Bredesen Protocol https://www.apollohealthco.com/bredesen-protocol/ Dr. Bredesen's blog https://www.apollohealthco.com/news/from-dr-bredesen-chief-science-officer/ Apollo Health https://www.apollohealthco.com/ ◘ Transcript https://bit.ly/3xJhXYm ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.

Integrative Medicine & Pharmacy Practice Jun 30, 2021

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Today we’re joined by Mark Webster, Pharmacist and Integrative Health Practitioner whose ah-ha moment about the role of food in chronic conditions started him on his Lifestyle Medicine journey. In 2001, Mark founded Stay Well Pharmacy, and in 2017 the Stay Well Clinic in Christchurch, New Zealand, because he wanted to be part of the small but growing trend of pharmacies dedicated to helping people stay healthy. At Stay Well Clinic, Mark holds private consultations for people to discuss their health concerns. By looking holistically at diet, nutrition, lifestyle and exercise, plus referring to other medical professionals like physiotherapists, occupational therapists or acupuncturists, Mark creates personalized wellness plans that have helped people overcome a wide range of skin conditions, gastro-intestinal issues, hormonal complaints, or just constantly feeling sick and tired. After nearly 30 years as a registered pharmacist, Mark has accumulated many letters after his name, including a Master of Science in Health Sciences in Integrative Medicine from GW. His dedication to lifelong learning reflects his commitment to move health care and wellness forward. ◘ Related Links Stay Well Clinic https://staywellman.co.nz/ GW Integrative Medicine Programs https://smhs.gwu.edu/integrative-medicine/ American College of Lifestyle Medicine https://www.lifestylemedicine.org/ Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine https://www.acnem.org/ American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine https://www.a4m.com/ American College of Preventive Medicine https://www.acpm.org/ ◘ Transcript https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/transcript-integrative-medicine-pharmacy-practice-gw-office-of/?published=t ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.

Bonus Episode | Personalized Nutrition & Cultural Competency Jun 16, 2021

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Nutrition is core to human health. Differences in our biochemistry, metabolism, genetics, and microbiota all contribute to the dramatic differences among individuals in response to their nutrition, according to the American Nutrition Association. Personalized nutrition takes into account human individuality—such as health status and social, cultural, economic, and linguistic needs—to drive nutrition strategies that can prevent, manage, and treat disease and optimize a patient's health. Today we talk about personalized nutrition and cultural competency with Evelisse Capó, PharmD, Director of Culinary and Spanish Content for the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies. The Campbell Center is a nonprofit committed to increasing awareness of the extraordinary impact that food has on the health of our bodies, our communities, and our planet. Dr. Capó is also a certified facilitator for the Physicians Committee’s Food for Life Program. She is presenting on nutrition and cultural competency at the org's International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine next month. Dr. Capó practices culinary medicine and plant-based coaching in her business The Food Pharmacy and Farmacia en la Cocina in Florida. She understands the role of nutrition in their chronic disease specialties and how you can prevent and reverse disease with a whole food plant-based lifestyle. ◘ Related content Dr. Capó's website https://www.thefoodpharmacy.com/ International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine 2021 July 15 - 17 https://bit.ly/3q307fG American Nutrition Association's Personalized Nutrition 2021 September 28 - October 1 https://bit.ly/3vuERR9 Center for Nutrition Studies https://nutritionstudies.org/ ◘ Transcript https://bit.ly/3zxtKdC ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.

Forest Bathing: Melding Mindfulness with Nature May 31, 2021

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Forest therapy is inspired by the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku, which translates to “forest bathing.” Studies have demonstrated a wide array of health benefits, especially in the cardiovascular and immune systems, and for stabilizing and improving mood and cognition. Today, we talk about forest bathing and nature therapy, or ecotherapy, with Harpreet Gujral, DNP FNP-BC, program director and nurse practitioner, Sibley Integrative Medicine, Sibley Memorial Hospital, Johns Hopkins Health System. Dr. Gujral is an integrative nurse practitioner and director of the inpatient surgical unit at HCA Healthcare in Reston, Virginia. The hospital has a special interest in the resilience and wellbeing of frontline healthcare providers. She incorporates her training in conventional nursing with aromatherapy, guided imagery and various Eastern modalities like ayurveda, mindfulness, and meditation. These are therapies that are enhanced by her roots in India. ◘ Related Content The Science Behind Forest Therapy https://www.natureandforesttherapy.earth/about/the-science Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs https://www.natureandforesttherapy.earth/about/the-practice-of-forest-therapy Psychology Today: Nature Therapy https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/evolutionary-psychiatry/201608/nature-therapy Healthline: Ecotherapy and the Healing Power of Nature https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/ecotherapy ◘ Transcript https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/transcript-forest-bathing-melding-mindfulness-nature-gw-office-of/?published=t ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.

Living Healthy in a Chemical World Apr 30, 2021

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Welcome to GW Integrative Medicine – the podcast about disease prevention and health promotion – from the Office of Integrative Medicine and Health at the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Listen in on the conversation Misha Kogan, MD, an Associate Professor of Medicine here at GW and Medical Director of the GW Center for Integrative Medicine, had with Aly Cohen, MD, FACR, one of the world’s leading experts on environmental health and the co-author of Non-Toxic: Guide to Living Healthy in a Chemical World. Part of the Oxford University Press Weil Integrative Medicine Library, the book is a practical guide to living healthier in our modern environment. Dr. Cohen has collaborated with the Environmental Working Group, Cancer Schmancer, and other disease-prevention organizations, and is coeditor of the textbook, Integrative Environmental Medicine. Dr. Cohen is tripled board certified in internal medicine, rheumatology, and integrative medicine. She helped create a CME on endocrine disrupting chemicals and their relationship to human health. She lectures nationally on this topic to communities, academic institutions and medical schools. ◘ Related Content Dr. Aly Cohen's website https://www.alycohenmd.com/ TEDx Talk | How to Protect Your Kids from Toxic Chemicals | Aly Cohen, MD https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSCeP0hyuTI The Smart Human https://thesmarthuman.com/ Non-Toxic: Guide to Living Healthy in a Chemical World (Dr Weil's Healthy Living Guides) by Aly Cohen & Frederick vom Saal https://thesmarthuman.com/dr-aly-cohen-and-dr-fred-vom-saals-new-book-available-now/ Environmental Working Group https://www.ewg.org/ Natural Resources Defense Fund https://www.nrdc.org/ ◘ Transcript https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/transcript-living-healthy-chemical-world-gw-office-of/?published=t ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.

Traditional Chinese Medicine Mar 31, 2021

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Today we’re talking with Alison Warren, DAOM, MSHS, who teaches students in the health professions – including here at GW – about the practical applications of Integrative Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine, including acupuncture. An adjunct assistant professor in our Integrative Medicine Programs, Dr. Warren received her Clinical Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Bastyr University in Washington state. She earned a Master’s of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in Chicago. During her training in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dr. Warren also traveled to China to train at prestigious hospitals in both Shung-Hai and Chung-Du. Dr. Warren also holds a Master of Science in Health Sciences in Integrative Medicine from the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences. She recently completed a Neuroscience Certification from the University of Pennsylvania. ◘ Related Content What is Traditional Chinese Medicine? https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/traditional-chinese-medicine-what-you-need-to-know Acupuncture: In Depth https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/acupuncture-in-depth Wellness and Health: Acupuncture https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/acupuncture National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine https://www.nccaom.org/ Developing Traditional Chinese Medicine in the era of evidence-based medicine: current evidences and challenges https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25949261/ ◘ Transcript https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/transcript-traditional-chinese-medicine-gw-office-of ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.

Talking Nutrition Science with Chef Eric Adjepong Feb 27, 2021

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Today we’re talking nutrition science with Chef Eric Adjepong, MPH. A finalist on Season 16 of Bravo's Top Chef, he delighted viewers with his passion for the culinary arts and nutrition. Chef Eric has bachelor’s degrees in Culinary Arts and Culinary Nutrition from Johnson & Wales, one of the country's premiere culinary universities, and Master of Public Health in International Public Health Nutrition from the University of Westminster in London. Prior to launching Pinch & Plate with his wife Janelle, Chef Eric cooked in several Michelin-starred restaurants in New York. He has two cookbooks from Penguin Random House coming out in the 2022. The first, "Sankofa," is a cookbook that details the effects of the slave trade on food in the Southern United States, the Caribbean, and South America. The second one is aimed towards children to teach them about the food of the African diaspora. ◘ Related Content Chef Eric Adjepong's website http://www.chefadjepong.com/ Food & Wine: Top Chef’s Eric Adjepong Is Writing Not One, But Two Books https://www.foodandwine.com/news/eric-adjepong-two-books-sankofa U.S. Department of Agriculture's My Plate website https://www.myplate.gov/ Oldways African Heritage Diet https://oldwayspt.org/traditional-diets/african-heritage-diet ◘ Transcript https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/transcript-talking-nutrition-science-chef-eric-gw-office-of/?published=t ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.

Botanical Skin Care & COVID-19 Feb 01, 2021

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Today we’re talking skin care, natural vs. synthetic ingredients, and COVID-19 with Dahlia Kelada, founder and formulator at SALVE NATURALS, a national all-natural and organic topical medicine company that was the first to make 100% natural, plant-based topical medicines that are registered with the FDA as OTCs. SALVE’s mission is to promote healthier and sustainable living by creating clean and cruelty-free plant-based topicals that actually work. SALVE also provides community education on disease prevention. She encourages you to be kind to yourself and listen to your body—it's trying to tell you what it needs. Dahlia is a graduate of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences, where she earned a Master of Science in Health Science with a focus in Integrative Medicine. ◘ Related Content Integrative Skin Care: Dermatology and Traditional and Complementary Medicine https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28410445/ Integrative dermatology https://www.mdedge.com/dermatology/article/188975/aesthetic-dermatology/integrative-dermatology?sso=true Evidence-Based Integrative Dermatology https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3657212/ SALVE NATURALS https://salvenaturals.com/ ◘ Transcript https://www.linkedin.com/posts/gwoimh_we-talk-to-the-head-of-an-all-natural-and-activity-6762062570959450112-BZo7 ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.

Updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans: The Breakdown Jan 15, 2021

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The 2020-2025 edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans dropped over GW's winter break. Since the first edition was published in 1980, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans have provided science-based advice on what to eat and drink to promote health, reduce risk of chronic disease, and meet nutrient needs. Jointly published by U.S. Departments of Agriculture (USDA) and of Health and Human Services (HHS), the guidelines are updated at least every 5 years. The questions that immediately come to mind are what's new, what changed, and what do we really need to know? So let’s get into it with our resident nutrition scientist and GWIM podcast co-host Dr. Leigh Frame! ◘ Related content Dietary Guidelines for Americans: http://bit.ly/3nRZwL8 Scientific Report of the 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee http://bit.ly/3qxz9MB Dr. Frame's breakdown http://bit.ly/3c7GyfO Resources for Health Professionals & Consumers: http://bit.ly/3oRG5ng USDA-HHS Response to the Scientific Report http://bit.ly/3ivvT1v ◘ Transcript http://bit.ly/3bMbtQ7 ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.

Medical Cannabis for Chronic Pain Guidelines Dec 22, 2020

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Today we’re joined by Dr. Dustin Sulak, a renowned integrative osteopathic physician and expert on the use of medical cannabis to treat refractory conditions in adults and children. His practice balances the principles of osteopathy, mind-body medicine, and medical cannabis. Regarded as an expert on MedTHC nationally, Dr. Sulak educates medical providers and patients on its clinical use, while continuing to explore the therapeutic potential of this ancient yet emerging medicine. He is the founder and medical director of the cannabis educational website, Healer.com, which offers a range of programs about medical cannabis, as well as medical cannabis training and a certification program for physicians, other health professionals, and consumers. He is also the founder and co-medical director of Integr8 Health, a medical practice that follows more than 8,000 patients using medical cannabis and other integrative healing modalities. His research has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals, and he lectures frequently on the clinical applications of cannabis. ◘ Related Content Dr. Kogan's Statement on the New Guidelines for Medical Cannabis for Chronic Pain http://bit.ly/34YfDQG Dr. Sulak's cannabis educational website Healer.com https://healer.com/cannabiseducation/ 2017 National Academy of Sciences report on "The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids: The Current State of Evidence and Recommendations for Research." bit.ly/2H0DnJa The International Cannabinoid Research Society https://icrs.co/ Dr. Kogan's interview with Dr. Donald Abrams, internationally known medical cannabis expert http://bit.ly/38NllWQ ◘ Transcript http://bit.ly/3rHxtkT ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.

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