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Remember when health podcasts were just starting out? That was us!

Health Power has been empowering listeners to live their healthiest lives for over a decade, and we’re still going strong. We’re old school in the best way possible: no fads, just facts. Host Lisa, with her Master’s in Public Health and 26 years in health media, offers time-tested wisdom and practical strategies to help you truly thrive.

On Health Power, you’ll discover:

Evidence-based guidance: Straightforward facts for a healthier you.

Holistic well-being: Connecting mind, body, and spirit.

Sustainable habits: Practical steps for lasting change.

Insightful discussions: Expert interviews that cut through the noise.

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“DOG-EARED” PODCAST – Do you like to read books about dogs? Would you love to hear from the authors of your favorite dog-related books? Listen to “DOG-EARED” every Thursday!

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How to Make the Most Out of the New Year (Hint: Start with Self-Care) Jan 20, 2016

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How can you make the most out of the coming year?With the new year comes exciting possibilities.
How can you make the most out of the coming year?
A big part of that is discovering what you love and how to make more time for that.
Oftentimes, it can be as simple as one word, such as "balance."
Another tactic is to identify your old belief systems and work on changing them.
For example, if you're constantly berating yourself with negative self-talk, try listening to yourself like you are your own best friend.
Would you say to a friend, "You're worthless" or "You can't do anything right"? Not likely. You need to learn how to speak to yourself in a loving way.
Shaman Isabella Stoloff, founder of the Orange County Healing Center in Southern California, joins Naturally Savvy hosts Andrea and Lisa to share more about how you can make the most out of this year, as well as specific ways you can leave the negative behind.

7 Apps for Tracking Everything in Your Life For Ultimate Self-Care Jan 20, 2016

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Which smartphone apps will give you the best results?There are so many smartphone apps available these days, it can seem quite overwhelming to choose the ones that you'll actually use and benefit from.
Digital lifestyle enthusiast Kelly Wonderlin has a background in social media, marketing, and video, which has kept her up to date on the latest technology, apps, gadgets, how-to’s and more. Kelly joins Andrea and Lisa to share some of her favorite apps for managing your life, travel, and finances.
LIFE
Baby Connect: Keep a journal of every nap, dirty diaper and bottle. Keep your tiny one on a nice, consistent schedule.
Life360: Use the GPS in your phone to track your family’s whereabouts.
Time Hop: This app is designed to remind you of memorable moments in your life. It can track one, two, five, even 30 years back.
Pet Phone: Here you can keep track of your pet's health and vet appointments.
TRAVEL
Foursquare: Check in at your location and see where your friends are.
TripIt: Get organized for all your upcoming trips. Simply forward your travel confirmations to plans@tripit.com and TripIt automatically creates a detailed itinerary for you.
MONEY
Mint: Get a hold on your finances ASAP with Mint. Figure out where you are spending your hard-earned dollars.

Nutrition Nuggets: Best Combos for Optimal Health For Ultimate Self-Care Jan 13, 2016

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The very concept of "change" can subconsciously indicate you're doing something wrong. Instead, Ashley Koff, RD, suggests focusing on exchanges.Transitioning into a new year can be inspiring, but it can also be discouraging.
All around you are blasts encouraging you to change: "new year, new you" is just one of the popular phrases.
But, the very concept of "change" can subconsciously indicate that you're doing something wrong.
Instead, Registered Dietitian Ashley Koff suggests focusing on exchanges, not changes.
Start off by thinking about what you're doing right or where you're finding success. Recognizing that will help you continue that success and promote forward movement.
Also, decide how you want to invest your time and feel good about it. Don't beat yourself up for not cooking every meal for yourself or your family if you don't enjoy spending time in the kitchen. You can still focus on proper nutrition by incorporating certain ingredients in simple meals.
One of Koff's favorite ingredients is hemp seed, which is what she calls a nutrient balance enabler. It's also a great source of protein (complete protein) and essential fatty acids, including the "glamour fatty acid," GLA.
Listen in as Koff shares more nutrition nuggets, as well as her take on what the new year can mean for you.

Magnesium 101: Mother Nature's Muscle Relaxant For Ultimate Self-Care Jan 13, 2016

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Up to 60 percent of women are not getting enough magnesium on a daily basis.With our compromised soil and the over-processing of modern-day food, research suggests that there's been a 30-90 percent reduction in magnesium intake over the past few decades.
And, up to 60 percent of women are not getting enough magnesium on a daily basis.
Why is magnesium so important?
According to Registered Dietitian, Ashley Koff, magnesium is like Mother Nature's muscle relaxant.
Remember, you have many different types of "muscles" in your body... your heart is a muscle just as your bicep, and your entire digestive system works as a muscle to "move things through."
Certain minerals, especially calcium, work in opposition of magnesium. Think of your digestive system. If you're combating your magnesium intake with calcium intake and it's out of balance, you may experience constipation. On the other hand, when that balance is corrected, you will feel the ease of healthy digestion.
Koff says that magnesium in tablet or capsule form is not as effective, because your body needs to break it down first before it can be useful. She prefers either powder or liquid form.
If you're looking to get some magnesium in food form, good news.... cacao (chocolate) is extremely rich in magnesium.
Listen in as Koff joins hosts Andrea and Lisa to share more about the benefits of magnesium, as well as why it's so important for optimal health.

How to Achieve Your Best Body (hint: Self-Care!) Jan 13, 2016

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Whether you've fallen off the wagon or are starting to exercise for the first time, what is the best way to reach your fitness goals?Getting to the gym is one of the biggest resolutions people make in the new year.
Whether you've fallen off the wagon or are starting to exercise for the first time, what is the best way to reach your fitness goals?
Bedros Keuilian is the founder and CEO of the world's fastest growing indoor fitness boot camp franchise: Fit Body Boot Camp. He joins Andrea and Lisa to share his best advice for getting your best body, this year and beyond.
First, Keuilian advises 30 minutes of high intensity interval training (HIIT), 3-4 days a week. This type of workout will burn up to 600 calories as well as create the after-burn effect for up to 32 hours post-workout. The key is to make sure you surpass the "fat burning" zone at points in your workout.
Second, it's important to set short-term goals (30 days) as well as long-term goals (3-6 months). At Fit Body Boot Camp, the theme is "accountability and community," which sets the environment for success. You look forward to going, because you're with other people who are striving for their own goals.
Third, the fastest path from A-Z in terms of weight loss/fat loss is HIIT and a proper diet. But, you will still get results if you aren't doing the high intensity training. And, you'll realize all the other benefits of fitness, such as stress reduction, better sleep, and more energy.
Finally, Keuilian shares some tips for staying on track of your fitness goals:

Plan out your workouts ahead of time to make sure you leave yourself enough time to get in a good workout.
Don’t overdo the dieting; make sure you allow yourself a planned “cheat day” to reward yourself for your hard work.
Don’t get discouraged if you miss a workout or two, just make sure to jump right back into your routine.
Although you may eat more throughout certain times of the year, try to stay on a consistent eating schedule to keep your metabolism up and running.
it’s okay to have dessert, just remember portion size and try not to overindulge in anything.
If you can't get to the gym, be sure to get as much of a workout in as possible at home, even if it’s only a couple sets.

Best & Worst Treatment Options for Sensitive Skin For Ultimate Self-Care Jan 13, 2016

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Why do some people have such sensitive skin?If you suffer from chapped, cracked, dry hands, redness and flushing, or if your skin is easily irritated by chemicals or other elements in the environment, you might have been diagnosed as having sensitive skin.
Those individuals with eczema are especially subject to irritation.
Dr. Cheryl Lee Eberting is a board-certified dermatologist and a past clinical research fellow of the Dermatology Branch of the National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). She has conducted years of research on the underlying causes of sensitive skin, and has discovered that certain individuals do not make the lipids necessary to optimize the skin barrier.
Dr. Eberting has studied (and developed) technology which replaces these lipids and protects the pH of skin.
These products both avoid the chemical reactions to ingredients of everyday products (itching, burning, redness, etc.) and address the underlying cause.
Listen in as Dr. Eberting joins hosts Andrea and Lisa to explain more about her research, the solutions she's developed, and how you can overcome sensitive skin to achieve skin that's youthful, soft, and free of wrinkles.

Carol Alt: The Problem with Coffee & Why This Matters for Your Self-Care Jan 13, 2016

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Whether you use coffee as a kick-start to your day or you drink it simply because you love the taste, there are certain health detriments you'll want to consider.Whether you use coffee as a kick-start to your day or you drink it simply because you love the taste, there are certain health detriments you'll want to consider before you pour your next cup.
For instance, coffee is very acidic to the body. It takes 35 cups of alkaline water to neutralize one cup of coffee or cola.
Also, even if your coffee is labeled "organic," it's difficult to guarantee that the beans were grown, harvested and shipped properly.
Coffee can put extreme distress on your adrenals, which can lead to all sorts of hormonal and body imbalances.
True, coffee does have some benefits, such as its antioxidants, but so do things like fruits... particularly berries.
Many types of tea have caffeine as well, so if you're drinking coffee for the "kick," you can do it in a healthier way.
Listen in as Carol Alt joins hosts Andrea and Lisa to share more about the problem of coffee, as well as ways you can get your "kick" in a healthier fashion.

Celebrating Hot Tea Month For Ultimate Self-Care Jan 06, 2016

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Winter is a great time to enjoy a nice cup of hot tea.Winter is a great time to enjoy a nice cup of hot tea.
January is "Hot Tea Month," and Cindi Bigelow, President and CEO of family-owned Bigelow Tea, joins hosts Andrea and Lisa to share more about her family's business and the many health benefits of tea, including its high levels of antioxidants.
Bigelow also discusses some of the company's newest flavors, as well as tips for brewing the perfect cup of tea (hint: use fresh water every time, not water that's already in your kettle).

What the Body Needs to Heal Itself (Hint: Proper Self-Care) Jan 06, 2016

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Can your body truly heal itself, even from serious diseases like MS?In 1990, Christine Albright was diagnosed with her greatest fear, multiple sclerosis.
After being told that it was incurable and she would live with it the reset of her life, but “knowing” there was an answer and listening to her instincts, she began healing the MS.
After four years of intense inner healing Albright completely healed herself from the disease. She has been symptom-free for 21 years and established the MS Alternative Healing Center in Arvada, CO, which has been active for the past 13 years.
Albright joins hosts Andrea and Lisa to explain the steps she took to heal her own body, as well as tips you can incorporate into your own life.

Resolutions vs. Lifestyle Choices For Ultimate Self-Care Jan 06, 2016

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Instead of resolutions this year, perhaps you can take a hard look at some of your lifestyle choices.Immediately after the clock strikes midnight on January 1, many people are geared up for their New Year's resolutions.
It's evidenced mostly at your now-busy gym. If you're a regular gym-goer, have no fear... it's predicted to be back to "normal" as soon as January 17.
Why do so many people fail at resolutions?
For one, resolutions present a great deal of pressure. If you're not ready to actually make adjustments in your life, you're not going to change.
If you're resistant to change, you need to discover why you're experiencing that resistance. Are others sabotaging your health goals? Are you fearful of change? Are your goals just a bit too lofty?
Instead of resolutions this year, perhaps you can take a hard look at some of your lifestyle choices. You don't have to wait for January 1 to start, either. You can take note of certain behaviors at any time, and then make the decision to work on them.
Listen in as Naturally Savvy hosts Andrea Donsky and Lisa Davis present some tips for making better lifestyle choices this year and beyond.

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