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ENCORE: Navigating the US Healthcare System, Part 1
August 20, 2024
When a health concern arises, the worry is two-fold: first, about the condition itself, and second, how to effectively access proper treatment and care. Even when you know a great deal about how the system works, navigating the US healthcare system is fraught with difficulty and heartache. The ride through a complicated, fractured, confusing, and dehumanizing healthcare system can be maddening. Medical consumer advocate Joyce Griggs is the developer of www.unitedstatesofhealthcare.com, a resource for patients and their families. We discuss how best to prepare for a doctor’s visit, how to make sure all members of your medical team are on the same page, and how to advocate for yourself. For example, it’s important to take advantage of new transparency laws to price out your healthcare. What to do when hit with insurance denials and sticker shock at the pharmacist? What about the pluses and minuses of telemedicine? Why it can be important to bring someone with you to critical doctors’ visits and to advocate for you during a medical crisis. Joyce shares her own experience dealing with the healthcare system on behalf of a sick relative which prompted her to share lessons she learned with the public. Click HERE for part 2.
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ENCORE: Navigating the US Healthcare System, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with medical consumer advocate Joyce Griggs, the developer of www.unitedstatesofhealthcare.com. Click HERE for part 1.
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Integrative Optometry with Dr. Julie Poteet: Preventing Vision Loss Through Nutrition, Part 1
August 14, 2024
Dr. Julie Poteet, a prominent integrative optometrist, discusses various aspects of eye health and how the eye can yield crucial insights about the potential for degenerative diseases and premature aging. She covers topics ranging from the impact of nutrition on age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and glaucoma to innovative practices such as retinal photography and vision therapy. Dr. Poteet shares insights on the benefits of specific nutrients like lutein, zeaxanthin, DHA, and astaxanthin, and emphasizes the significance of a Mediterranean diet and lifestyle changes in preventing eye diseases. The conversation further explores the role of genetic predisposition, early intervention strategies, and the promising future of nutrition-based therapies for eye health. Click HERE for part 2.
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Integrative Optometry with Dr. Julie Poteet: Preventing Vision Loss Through Nutrition, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Julie Poteet, OD, MS, CNS, FOWNS. Click HERE for part 1.
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Rewiring Health: Exploring Vagal Nerve Stimulation with Dr. Peter Staats, Part 1
August 13, 2024
Dr. Peter Staats, co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of electroCore, details the transformative potential of Vagal Nerve Stimulation (VNS). They discuss the applications of VNS in treating a variety of conditions such as migraines, cluster headaches, PTSD, and GI disorders. The conversation delves into the history and mechanics of VNS, including the development of the Truvaga and gammaCore devices, and the burgeoning research into electrical medicine. Dr. Staats also sheds light on the broader implications of VNS, including its potential to enhance learning and longevity. Click HERE for part 2.
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Rewiring Health: Exploring Vagal Nerve Stimulation with Dr. Peter Staats, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Peter Staats, Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of electroCore, pioneers in noninvasive vagus nerve stimulation. Click HERE for part 1.
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Understanding Digestive Health: Supplements, Strategies, and Solutions, Part 1
August 7, 2024
Neil Edward Levin, Senior Nutrition Education Manager and product formulator for Now Foods and Protocol for Life Balance, untangles the complexities of digestive health, including common issues like GERD, IBS, and gastritis. The discussion highlights the insufficiency of conventional gastroenterology's reliance on acid blockers and explores alternatives like digestive enzymes and supplements. Levin elaborates on the importance of maintaining a healthy digestive lining and the critical role of nutrients like zinc, vitamin C, and amino acids. The conversation also covers specific products like zinc carnosine, mastic gum, slippery elm, and essential oils such as oregano and peppermint. Additionally, they address the credibility issues in the supplement industry and the need for consumer vigilance. Click HERE for part 2.
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Understanding Digestive Health: Supplements, Strategies, and Solutions, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Neil Levin, the Senior Nutrition Education Manager and a product formulator for NOW(r) Foods and Protocol for Life Balance. Click HERE for part 1.
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Mental Mastery: Techniques for Optimal Performance with Brandon Epstein, Part 1
August 6, 2024
Mental performance coach Brandon Epstein is author of "Programmed to Fail: How to Break Through Your Mental Block and Achieve Greatness." He discusses the mental aspects of performance, the influence of negative programming, and how belief systems shape reality. Brandon shares insights from his work with elite athletes and executives, as well as his personal journey of overcoming significant challenges, including weight loss and financial recovery. The conversation delves into practical strategies for achieving success in both athletic and everyday life endeavors, emphasizing the importance of aligning with one's authentic self and overcoming subconscious barriers. Click HERE for part 2.
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Mental Mastery: Techniques for Optimal Performance with Brandon Epstein, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Brandon Epstein, author of "Programmed to Fail: How to Break Through Your Mental Blocks and Achieve Greatness." Click HERE for part 1.
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