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Health Power: The OG Health Podcast & Dog-Eared Podcast

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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EP #1423: How Trauma is Connected to Food Addicition & the Need for Proper Self-Care Jul 22, 2024

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SummaryThis episode of Health Power discusses the addiction to ultra-processed food and its impact on health. The conversation highlights the story of Jeffrey Odwansney, who has been addicted to ultra-processed food since childhood. The episode explores the relationship between sugar cravings and insecure attachment with parents. It also addresses the prevalence of food addiction in children and the availability of cheap ultra-processed foods. The conversation emphasizes the importance of addressing childhood trauma and its role in nurturing food addiction. The episode concludes by discussing Jeffrey's journey to recovery and the upcoming focus on adverse childhood experiences in future episodes.
Keywordsultra-processed food, addiction, sugar cravings, insecure attachment, childhood trauma, food addiction scale, social justice, food deserts, chronic conditions, recovery, adverse childhood experiences
Takeaways

Childhood trauma can contribute to the development of food addiction.
The availability and affordability of ultra-processed foods contribute to the prevalence of food addiction in children.
Addressing childhood trauma and promoting access to healthy food are important for preventing and treating food addiction.
Recovery from food addiction requires addressing the underlying psychological factors and not just focusing on physical interventions.
Future episodes will explore the impact of adverse childhood experiences on health outcomes.

Chapters00:00Introduction and Announcement
02:19Prevalence of Food Addiction in Children
04:30Childhood Trauma and Food Addiction
05:32The Food Addicted Brain
06:04Jeffrey's Journey to Recovery
06:42Future Focus on Adverse Childhood Experiences
Link to the full article: https://www.yahoo.com/news/sugary-food-drug-growing-number-090043703.html

EP #1422: How to Find the Right Therapist Why it is the Ultimate Form of Self-Care Jul 19, 2024

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In this conversation, Dr. John Trentalange discusses how to find a therapist. He emphasizes the importance of finding a therapeutic client match and having a conversation with the therapist over the phone to determine if their voice triggers any negative reactions. Dr. John also highlights the need to ask important questions such as the therapist's experience in therapy, their protocol for handling emergency calls, and their approach to therapy. He explains that therapists have different techniques and specialties, and it's important to find one that aligns with your needs. Dr. John also touches on specific therapies like dialectical behavior therapy and somatic therapy. He advises individuals to interview multiple therapists and ask about their specialties and methods before making a decision.
Keywords: therapist, therapeutic client match, conversation, voice trigger, therapy techniques, specialties, dialectical behavior therapy, somatic therapy
Takeaways

Finding a therapist is about finding a therapeutic client match and feeling comfortable with the therapist.
It's important to have a conversation with the therapist over the phone to determine if their voice triggers any negative reactions.
Ask important questions such as the therapist's experience in therapy, their protocol for handling emergency calls, and their approach to therapy.
Therapists have different techniques and specialties, so it's important to find one that aligns with your needs.
Consider interviewing multiple therapists and asking about their specialties and methods before making a decision.

Titles

The Role of Voice in Choosing a Therapist
Understanding Therapy Techniques and Specialties

Sound Bites

"Is that individual voice triggering you? If it is, move on."
"Have you been in therapy yourself? Because you do not want to work with a therapist who has not been in therapy themselves."
"Everybody does cognitive behavioral therapists. All that means is talk therapy."

Chapters00:00Introduction and the Importance of a Therapeutic Client Match
02:01Important Questions to Ask When Finding a Therapist
04:24Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Somatic Therapy
09:08Dissociative Identity Disorder and Highly Intelligent Individuals
11:31Lighter Therapy and Talk Therapy
15:48Finding the Right Fit: Asking About Specialties and Methods

EP #1421: How to Move Through Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Trauma, Pain with the Ultimate Self-Care Jul 18, 2024

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Lisa is joined by Bob Gardner, the Founder of The Freedom Specialist, a body-based approach to happiness, health, and well-being. He is also the author of the book Built for Freedom and host of the podcast Alive and Free. As a TransformationalSpecialist Bob’s aim is to share his unique tools with the world that help them find happiness, health, and well-being on autopilot.After 18 years of being trapped in addictive patterns, and on the brink of both divorce and suicide, something inside Bob told him it was not time to quit just yet. So, against the prevailing wisdom that said these problems are permanent, Bob chose to create a way to permanently eliminate them from his life.His body-based, no-nonsense approach to freedom has since helped thousands of people leave their struggles behind and find real freedom and happiness. In addition, Bob’s intensive power packed in-person retreats, transformational coaching, and online resources have supported people struggling with everything from chronic pain, anxiety, depression, PTSD, childhood wounds, addictions, OCD, and a host of other physical, mental, and emotional struggles so they can finally take their life back and begin to thrive again.For the past 15 years, Bob has traveled the globe, incorporating the tools and knowledge gained from his years of martial arts, breathwork, functional psychology, deep tissue release and numerous other healing modalities to help thousands of people permanently put an end depression, anxiety, and addiction by identifying and healing what's at the core of these issues.As he often says, “Freedom is a skill, not a pill. Once you’ve trained your body and mind how to do it, it will begin to happen all by itself while you continue to enjoy all the other bits of your life." At The Freedom Specialist, people are provided with reliable tools and experiences to do that very thing.

EP #1420: Cooking with Kayla - How Kayla Re-Created the Risotto Dish She Ate In Italy & Shares How to Do It for Ultimate Self-Care Jul 17, 2024

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Kayla shares her experience making risotto at home and provides tips for a flavorful and creamy dish. She emphasizes the importance of toasting the risotto before cooking and adding broth slowly to achieve the desired texture. Kayla also discusses the different toppings and variations that can be made with risotto, including dairy-free and vegan options. She mentions the use of low FODMAP ingredients for those with sensitive stomachs and provides insights into the FODMAP diet. Overall, the conversation provides a step-by-step guide to making delicious risotto at home.
Keywords: risotto, cooking, tips, flavors, toppings, dairy-free, vegan, low FODMAP, sensitive stomach, FODMAP diet
Takeaways

Toasting the risotto before cooking enhances the flavor and texture.
Adding broth slowly and stirring continuously allows the risotto to absorb the liquid and achieve a creamy consistency.
Risotto can be made with various toppings and variations, including dairy-free and vegan options.
The FODMAP diet can be helpful for those with sensitive stomachs to identify trigger foods.
Using low FODMAP ingredients can provide relief for digestive issues.

Titles

Mastering the Art of Making Risotto at Home
Flavorful Variations and Toppings for Risotto

Sound Bites

"What did you make at home? I have been very curious."
"Cacio e pepe. I don't know, for some reason, that's so fun."
"This one does not have cream, which is basically like the reason I wanted to make it first."

Chapters00:00Kayla's Homemade Risotto
06:16Tips for Making Flavorful Risotto
09:32Variations and Toppings for Risotto
12:27Dairy-Free and Vegan Risotto Options
15:55Finding Kayla's Recipes and Resources

EP #1419: How to Achieve Sexual Enlightenment & What That Means for You in Your Life (Plus it's Great Self-Care) Jul 16, 2024

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In this conversation, Lisa Davis interviews Dr. Elsbeth Meuth and Freddy Zentalweber, authors of the book 'Sexual Enlightenment.' They discuss their personal experiences with sexuality and how they came together to create their work. They explain the concept of sexual enlightenment, which combines the sexual and spiritual aspects of life. They emphasize the importance of conscious breathing, meditation, and energy awareness in cultivating a deeper connection with oneself and one's partner. They also address the societal conditioning around sex and the need to heal and express emotions for a fulfilling sexual experience. In this conversation, Freddy and Elsbeth discuss the practice of tantra and its potential for personal growth and transformation. They emphasize the importance of separating ejaculation from orgasm and learning to circulate sexual energy through the body. They also explore the concept of cultivating love within oneself and the impact it can have on relationships. The conversation touches on the recall practice used in Tantra Nova workshops to uncover and clear subconscious patterns and traumas. Freddy and Elsbeth highlight the inclusivity of tantra, emphasizing that it applies to all individuals regardless of sexual orientation.
Keywords: sexual enlightenment, conscious breathing, meditation, energy awareness, healing, emotions, societal conditioning, fulfillment, tantra, personal growth, transformation, ejaculation, orgasm, sexual energy, love, relationships, recall practice, subconscious, trauma, inclusivity
Takeaways

Sexual enlightenment combines the sexual and spiritual aspects of life.
Conscious breathing, meditation, and energy awareness are key practices in cultivating a deeper connection with oneself and one's partner.
Healing and expressing emotions is essential for a fulfilling sexual experience.
Societal conditioning around sex can create skewed views and hinder sexual fulfillment. Tantra involves separating ejaculation from orgasm and learning to circulate sexual energy through the body.
Cultivating love within oneself is essential for personal growth and fulfilling relationships.
The recall practice in Tantra Nova workshops helps uncover and clear subconscious patterns and traumas.
Tantra is inclusive and applies to individuals of all sexual orientations.

Titles

The Power of Conscious Breathing and Energy Awareness
Healing and Expressing Emotions for Sexual Fulfillment Cultivating Love Within: A Path to Personal Growth
Inclusivity in Tantra: Embracing All Sexual Orientations

Sound Bites

"Sexual enlightenment combines the sexual and spiritual aspects of life."
"Conscious breathing, meditation, and energy awareness are key practices."
"Healing and expressing emotions is essential for a fulfilling sexual experience."
"One of the primary edicts is for the man to learn to separate ejaculation from orgasm."
"Looking outside for love keeps us externally referenced, but true maturing into adulthood means realizing that love resides within us."
"The recall practice allows people to drop into their subconscious and uncover what's holding them back."

Chapters00:00Introduction and Background
01:36Personal Experiences and Coming Together
13:05Healing and Expressing Emotions
27:33The Practice of Tantra
29:36Cultivating Love Within
32:18The Power of the Recall Practice
47:49Inclusivity in Tantra

EP #1418: How to Pick the Right Water Bike for Your BEST Pool Workout for Ultimate Self-Care! Jul 15, 2024

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In this Health Power Quickie, Lisa talks about how to choose the right bike for your pool.

EP #1417: Camping Self-Care: Essential Tips for a Safe and Fun Trip Jul 12, 2024

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In this conversation, Lisa Davis talks about her childhood camping experiences and shares a packing list for summer camping. She discusses the essentials for camping, including a reliable tent, sleeping bag, folding furniture, light sources, sunscreen, and camping permits. She also mentions the importance of having a paper map, guidebook, camera, sunglasses, first aid kit, repair kit, multi-tool, cash, and matches. Lisa highlights the need for appropriate clothing, camp kitchen supplies, and personal items. She advises listeners to prioritize the items that matter to them based on their camping plans.
Keywords: camping, childhood experiences, packing list, essentials, tent, sleeping bag, folding furniture, light sources, sunscreen, camping permits, paper map, guidebook, camera, sunglasses, first aid kit, repair kit, multi-tool, cash, matches, clothing, camp kitchen supplies, personal items
Takeaways

Camping can provide some of the best childhood experiences.
When camping in the summer, it's important to be prepared for mosquitoes and have first aid supplies.
A reliable tent, sleeping bag, and folding furniture are essential for camping.
Light sources, sunscreen, and camping permits are important items to have.
Having a paper map, guidebook, camera, sunglasses, and first aid kit is recommended.
Appropriate clothing, camp kitchen supplies, and personal items should be packed.
Prioritize the items that matter to you based on your camping plans.

Titles

Childhood Camping Adventures
Prioritizing Your Camping Essentials

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"Camping can provide some of the best childhood experiences."
"One of the things you really want to keep in mind is when you're camping in the summer, depending on where you go, mosquitoes are usually an issue."
"Folding furniture based on your specific needs and head counts, light sources with batteries, think flashlights and our headlamps, sunscreen at least 50 SPF, lip balm at least 15 SPF 15 with the moisturizer, any required camping backcountry permits or parking passes."

Chapters00:00Childhood Camping Adventures
01:48Essentials for a Successful Camping Trip
02:15Navigating the Outdoors: Maps and Guidebooks
03:12Staying Prepared: First Aid and Repair Kits
04:05Camp Kitchen Supplies and Personal Items
05:24Prioritizing Your Camping Essentials

EP #1416: Mix up Your Self-Care Summer Workout Routine with These 10 Activities for Fun and Fitness! Jul 11, 2024

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This conversation provides a list of 10 activities to mix up your summer workout routine. The activities include gardening, swimming, hiking, yard yoga, paddle boarding, kayaking, disc golf, cycling, tossing a ball, and meditation. Each activity is briefly discussed, with tips on how to perform them safely and effectively. The conversation also mentions the author of the article, Beverly Hosford, who teaches anatomy and body awareness. The main takeaway is to stay active and have fun during the summer.
Keywordssummer workout routine, activities, gardening, swimming, hiking, yard yoga, paddle boarding, kayaking, disc golf, cycling, tossing a ball, meditation
Takeaways

Mix up your summer workout routine with these 10 activities.
Stay active and have fun during the summer.
Follow safety tips for each activity to prevent injuries.
Consider trying new activities like paddle boarding and disc golf.

Titles

Safety Tips for Summer Workouts
Stay Active and Have Fun in the Summer

Sound Bites

"10 activities to mix up your summer workout routine"
"Swimming is a wonderful way to stay cool while working out"
"Paddle boarding works your entire body and improves balance"

Chapters00:00Introduction and Gardening
00:46Swimming and Hiking
03:01Kayaking and Disc Golf
03:29Cycling and Tossing a Ball
04:25Meditation and Conclusion

EP # 1415: Cooking with Kayla: How to Avoid Becoming a Junk Food Gluten-Free Eater for Ultimate Self-Care Jul 10, 2024

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In this episode, Lisa Davis and Kayla Cappiello discuss the findings of glyphosate, pesticides, and gluten in gluten-free products. They talk about the lack of response from companies and the need for further testing. They also discuss the challenges of going gluten-free and offer advice on choosing healthier options. The conversation segues into a discussion about vegan and gluten-free diets and the importance of getting protein from sources other than meat. They end the episode by mentioning Kayla's recipe for a quinoa salad.
Keywords: glyphosate, pesticides, gluten-free products, companies, testing, gluten-free diet, vegan diet, protein, quinoa salad
Takeaways

Glyphosate, pesticides, and gluten have been found in gluten-free products, but there has been a lack of response from companies.
It is important to cross-reference the list of tested products and choose healthier options when going gluten-free.
When following a vegan and gluten-free diet, focus on getting protein from sources like nuts, chickpeas, and quinoa.
Quinoa salads are a versatile and healthy option for meals.

Sound Bites

"Glyphosate, pesticides, and gluten have been found in gluten-free products"
"I saw that a couple different groups like this was originally published by moms across America"
"everything they retested was found to be within normal limits"

Chapters00:00Introduction and Discussion of Glyphosate, Pesticides, and Gluten in Gluten-Free Products
03:11Lack of Response from Companies
04:15Choosing Healthier Options on a Gluten-Free Diet
06:58Going Beyond Highly Processed Gluten-Free Products
09:24Getting Protein on a Vegan and Gluten-Free Diet
11:21The Versatility of Quinoa Salads

EP #1414: How these 5 Summer Workouts Will Keep You Moving this Summer for Ultimate Self-Care Jul 09, 2024

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Lisa talks about five summer workouts that you can enjoy!

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