There are several herbs which are known as adaptogens. These important herbs help to restore stamina and energy, optimize sleep, and improve mood and immunity. Dr. Mary Hardy joins Five to Thrive Live to discuss these plant powerhouses!
Detoxification Done Right!
On this episode, Functional Medicine Nutritionist Andrea Nakayama will share her inspiring story about how she became interested in functional nutrition. She'll then share her expertise about how to do an effective detoxification protocol. She'll discuss her 3 Tiers of Nutrition Mastery and give practical advice on how to thrive!
New Findings on the Link between Obesity and Cancer
We will explore recent findings from an important global study on the connection between obesity and cancer. Director of Research for AICR, Dr. Nigel Brockton, will talk about the changing rate of obesity, which cancers are most connected to obesity and what we can do about this.
Ultimate Immune System Support
This time of year, the immune system could use a little extra boost. And that's what this episode is all about. Registered pharmacist and nutrition expert Ross Pelton will describe the connection between the gut and the immune system and how supporting that connection can help us stay healthy this time of year and throughout the entire year. You'll learn about a special type of probiotic that you can take to strengthen the immune system and enhance your energy. You won't want to miss this show!
Fear of Cancer Recurrence
Most people harbor some amount of fear about getting diagnosed with cancer. For those who are successfully treated for cancer to the point where they no longer have the disease, the fear of recurrence can be tremendous and significantly debilitating to one’s wellness. How can cancer survivors overcome this fear? Can cancer survivors live a fearless life after cancer? Let’s find out…
Going Beyond Conventional Cancer Therapies
On this episode, Karolyn talks with Dr. Michael Lerner and Laura Pole about the new online resource they created called Beyond Conventional Cancer Therapies (bcct.ngo). Listeners will learn about integrative healing practices that go beyond conventional cancer care. If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with cancer, you won't want to miss this show!
Did You Know that Fitbit Found the Secret to Sound Sleep?
Fitbit analyzed six billion nights of sleep (yes, that’s billion!) from their users. What’s the single most important thing that users did to get consistent sound sleep? The Fitbit analysis showed that the most important thing you can do to get a great night’s sleep, night after night, is to go to bed and wake up around the same time every single day, including the weekends. Why the weekends? Because that helps us avoid “social jet lag.” We all know that jet lag is the inability to sleep while traveling but what’s social jet lag?
Sound Sleep Advice
Scientific research has confirmed that lack of sleep or poor sleep quality is linked to many problematic health issues. It can even increase risk of cancer! On this episode, naturopathic expert Dr. John Neustadt will help listeners understand why it's so important to get the quantity and quality of sleep needed. He'll also provide practical information on how to sleep soundly on a consistent basis.
Natural Antibiotics
Managing Pain with Movement
On this episode, Karolyn talks with fitness expert Sean Johnson about how to use movement to manage pain, improve balance and flexibility, and reduce risk of injury. Exercise is such a powerful healing tool to enhance health on many levels. If you're struggling to create a movement plan that works for your specific circumstances, you won't want to miss this show!
Impact of Air Pollution and How to Minimize the Risks
Healing Power of Homeopathy
Homeopathy is a fascinating healing option for many people. On this episode, homeopathic expert Dr. Nancy Gahles will help "demystify" this somewhat mysterious healing modality. Dr. Gahles will describe what homeopathy is and how homeopathic remedies can help, especially when it comes to immune health. If you are looking to naturally boost your immunity and your overall health, you won't want to miss this show!
Health Tips from Lise and Karolyn
On this episode Karolyn and Lise will share their favorite health tips in the five key areas of diet, movement, environment, rejuvenation, and spirit. As usual, Karolyn and Lise will describe the science behind their advice. You will be given some great ideas on easy ways to enhance your health. Listen in, take notes, and then get ready to thrive!
Enhance Your Immunity Against Cold & Flu
On this episode, Karolyn will talk with integrative health expert and immunologist Russell Jaffe, MD, about boosting immune health to help reduce your risk of getting a cold or flu this season. You can even reduce the severity and duration of the cold and flu with Dr. Jaffe's approach. He will provide practical, all-natural options in the area of diet, lifestyle and dietary supplements. If you are looking to enhance your immunity, you won't want to miss this episode!
Feeling Stressed? You’re Not Alone. Time to VOTE!
Health Benefits of Hobbies
How to Protect Yourself from 5 Silent Killers
Some diseases can really creep up on you. The scariest of which have no symptoms to warn you of potential trouble before it’s too late. Natural health expert, Dr. Christine Horner, MD, author of “Radiant Health, Ageless Beauty” will share information about five silent killers that have no symptoms and what you can do to protect yourself from these potentially life-threatening health conditions!
Overcoming the Silent Sleep Epidemic
If you are one of the millions of Americans not getting the quality and quantity sleep you need, you won't want to miss this show. Rubin Naiman, PhD, is a sleep expert who believes we are presently in the midst of a REM sleep/dream loss epidemic. According to Dr. Naiman, many people aren't sleeping well because they are REM sleep deprived and not dreaming as much as they should. On this episode Dr. Naiman describes how we can restore healthy REM sleep and dreaming.
Offline October: How to take a digital detox this fall
It’s been said that because of social media we’ve become slaves to our devices, whether it be a phone, laptop or computer. What’s worse, preliminary studies involving teens indicates that high use of social media is correlated with increased depression, anxiety, insomnia and body image issues. Maybe it is time for a break.
Power of Probiotics
On this episode, Karolyn talks with integrative pharmacist and nutritionist Ross Pelton about how probiotics can help reduce the risk of developing cancer. Find out how to choose the right probiotic and how to eat healthier to support those good bacteria already in your system. If you are looking for a great way to enhance your proactive cancer prevention plan, you won't want to miss this show!