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Exciting news! The latest episode of the How Do You Health podcast features Anne Woods, an acupuncturist and holistic care practitioner from San Francisco. She shares her passion for natural healing and living in alignment with the seasons. Tune in to learn about the benefits of acupuncture and how to live in harmony with spring. Plus, hear from co-host Jen Smith, also an acupuncturist. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation!
 
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 START
04:55 Acupuncture for skin issues.
12:10  San Francisco garden description.
26:36 Biohacking and anti-aging.
31:49 Rebranding Biohacking.
42:58 Future of the Garden.
 
this episode is sponsored by MSW Nutrition.
www.mswnutrition.com
 
Visit The Garden San Francisco and meet Anne Woods:
https://www.thegardensf.co/

Nikki Zahka is a fitness enthusiast in Austin, Texas. She is a full-time tech sales rep, but also has an interest in health and wellness. She fell in love with the process of fitness and nutrition after becoming a D1 athlete in college, losing 25 pounds in the process. She posted a picture of her transformation on Instagram, which sparked her interest in the fitness world.
Nikki talks about the prevalence of weight loss pressure in social media and magazines, and how this can have a reverse effect on people's health if they don't have much to lose. She shares her own experience of body dysmorphia and how she didn't recognize how skinny she was. She talks about the human condition of wanting more and how it can be detrimental to one's health. Finally, she reveals that it was her lab results that opened her eyes and made her realize she needed to make a change.
Timestamps
(00:00) Interview with Nikki Zahka: Fitness Enthusiast and Tech Sales Rep
(00:03) Challenges of Reversing Weight Loss and Fat Loss for Females
(00:05) Journey of a Fitness Influencer: A Conversation with [Name]
(00:07) Dangers of Unhealthy Weight Loss Practices
(00:10) Jo's Weight Loss Journey
(00:12) Impact of Hormones on Weight Fluctuation in Women
(00:16) Menopause Symptoms in a Twenty-Year-Old Female
(00:18) Examining the Progress of Reversing Hormonal Imbalances in Women
(00:20) Hormone Dysregulation and Insulin Resistance
(00:26) Impact of Over-Exercising on Hormone Levels
(00:27) High Cholesterol, Liver Enzymes, and Liver Health
(00:29) Adrenaline and Cortisol Levels in Endurance Athletes
(00:31) Healthier Eating Habits and Exercise Regimen
(00:33) "Journey to Self-Confidence Through Fitness"
(00:38) Benefits of Mindful Meditation
(00:39) "Healthy Addictions: Finding Balance in Life"
(00:41) Overcoming Body Dysmorphia and Gaining Weight
(00:42) Body Image and Long-Term Health Goals
(00:45) Benefits of Having a Health and Wellness Community
(00:47) Holistic Wellness and Hormone Balance
(00:49) Power of Community in Achieving Health and Wellness Goals
(00:51) Benefits of Healthy Living and Fitness
(00:52) Health and Self-Confidence
(00:54) Social Media and Body Image Testimonials
(00:56) Gaining Weight and Healthy Eating Habits
(00:59) Allergies, Weight Loss, and Women's Hormones
(01:02) Metabolism and Healthy Eating Habits
(01:05) Mindful Eating Habits
(01:07) Changing Eating Habits and Introducing Healthy Snacks to Kids
(01:08) Healthy Eating Habits and Avoiding Processed Foods
(01:09) High Energy Snacking and Apple Eating
(01:11) Navigating Social Pressure to Eat Unhealthy Foods and Drink Alcohol
(01:12) "Benefits of Not Drinking: A Conversation on Confidence and Self-Awareness"
(01:13) Enjoying People and Socializing without Drinking Alcohol
(01:17) Allergic to Everything: Refusing a Delicious Pizza
(01:18) Eating Habits and Cravings
(01:19) Engaging with Followers on Social Media
 
 
 

Today's discussion covers a range of topics related to integrative health, the Osher Center of Integrative Health at UCSF, the issue of trust in medicine, and the importance of humanism in medicine. Also cover the importance of simplifying information to make it accessible to everyone and the need to regain power and agency over the process of healing. Overall, it was a fascinating conversation that shed light on the value of integrative health in today's society. Hope you enjoy it!
Timestamps
(00:00) Acupuncturist and Practitioner of Integrative East Asian Medicine
(00:03) Osher Center for Integrative Health
(00:05) Women's Health, Business, and Traditional Chinese Medicine
(00:07) Nutrition and Anti-Inflammatory Diet
(00:09) Humanism and Medicine
(00:11) Regaining Power and Agency Through Embodiment
(00:13) Meaning of Grace
(00:17) Meaning of Grace and Self-Care
(00:18) Patterns of Receiving and Rejecting Love in Family Structures
(00:20) Women's Health Diagnosis and Treatment in East Asia Medicine
(00:23) Eastern Medicine Practice and Diagnosis
(00:25) Journey to Becoming an Acupuncturist
(00:26) Traditional Chinese Medicine and Its Impact on Health and Wellness
(00:31) Eastern Medicine Research Pragmatics and Reproducibility in Western Clinics
(00:33) Explaining Traditional Chinese Medicine in a Western Medical Setting
(00:35) Pioneering Steps Forward for Chinese Medicine Practitioners
(00:37) Celebrating Health and Joy in Life
(00:40) Health and Joy: Privilege and Sensitivity
(00:42) Possibilities of AI in Medicine
(00:44) Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Future
(00:46) Potential Use of AI in Healthcare and Chinese Medicine
(00:49) Creating a New Health Insurance System
(00:51) Health and Wellness
(00:55) Benefits of Not Specializing Too Soon in Primary Care
(00:57) Diagnostic Experience and Energetic Boundaries in Practitioner Care
(01:01) Future of Medicine
(01:03) Nature of Chinese Medicine and Cultural Appropriation
(01:05) Future of Integrative Medicine
(01:08) Non-Pharmacological Approaches to Cancer-Related Pain
(01:10) Consulting on East Asian Medicine for Howdy Health Fest
Resources Mentioned:
The Osher Center of Integrative Health at UCSF: https://www.osher.ucsf.edu/
Sam Harris' Waking Up series: https://samharris.org/podcast/

Scott Greenleaf teaches people how to heal themselves using the quantum field through a practice of breathwork and meditation. By drawing energy up the cerebral spinal fluid channel to the pineal gland in the brain, we can decalcify the pineal gland from toxins in our environment, stimulate our inner vision, and tune into the potentials of our highest and greatest timelines.
00:00) Exploring the Pineal Gland with Scott Greenleaf on the HA Health Podcast
(00:03) Role of the Pineal Gland in Consciousness
(00:05) Peno Gland: A Transducer for Mystical Experiences
(00:07) Third Eye and Pituitary Gland: A Conversation
(00:09) Effects of Fluoride on the Pineal Gland
(00:13) Fluoride and Oral Health Care Practices
(00:16) Effects of Television on Brain Activity
(00:17) Effects of TV and Blue Light on the Pineal Gland
(00:21) Benefits of Breath Work for Health and Wellness
(00:22) Benefits of Breathwork for Creatives
(00:25) Lower Third Energy Centers and Breathwork
(00:29) Exercise Demonstration: Strengthening the Core Muscles
(00:30) Microcosmic Orbit Meditation Technique
(00:33) Benefits of Breathwork for Enhancing Reality Creation
(00:36) Experiencing the Benefits of Dimethyltryptamine (DMT) Meditation
(00:38) Benefits of Joseph Spencer's Meditation Technique
(00:40) Understanding the Benefits of Spinal Curves for Cerebral Spinal Fluid Flow
(00:42) Higher Frequency Perception Through Inner Vision and Love
(00:43) Effects of Dimethyltryptamine (DMT) on Consciousness
(00:46) Manifesting Abundance and Visualization
(00:48) Balance Between Manifestation and Surrender
(00:51) Possibilities of Human Optimization
(00:54) Benefits and Risks of Psychedelic Use
(00:56) Benefits of Psychedelics and Heart Coherence for Healing and Manifestation
(01:00) Grace and Adversity
(01:04) Practice of Grace: Gratitude and Thankfulness
(01:05) Interview with Scott Greenleaf: Benefits of Breathwork and Gratitude Practices
 
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In today's episode, we are sharing the conversation from our panelists at How Do You Health Fest 2023 speaking on The Business of Health.
This panel was moderated by CJ Finley. The panelists included Baldo Garza, co-founder of MSW and How Do You Health, Danielle Gertner, speaker, ownership coach, and community Builder, Noah Huisman, a startup VC attorney and health entrepreneur, Peter Rushford, Co-Founder of Shar Snacks, and Freddie Kimmel, a transformational health coach.
Timestamps
(00:03) Understanding the Impact of Restless Spirits and Anxious Minds on Business Health
(00:05) Importance of Taking Care of the Soul for Sustainable Business Success
(00:08) Maintaining a Positive Mindset and Morning Routine
(00:11) Building and Cultivating Communities for Health and Wellness
(00:14) Building a Brand and Sustainable Packaging in the CPG Industry
(00:18) Selling High-End Products in the Health Industry
(00:20) Benefits of Problem Solving in Business
(00:23) Investing in Health and Raising Capital
(00:24) Entrepreneurship and Product-Founder Fit
(00:28) Benefits of Storytelling and Fitness for Entrepreneurship and Community Building
(00:30) Impact of Fitness on Business and Relationships
(00:33) Creating Experiences and Platforms for Others
(00:35) Benefits of Meditation and Journaling for Personal Growth
(00:36) Openness and Feedback in Professional Development
(00:38) Quality Ingredients and Determining Events to Attend
(00:45) Benefits of High and Low Achievement in the Biohacking and Optimization Community
(00:47) Benefits of Being an Entrepreneur
(00:48) Business Advice: The Grail Question
(00:50) Pursuing Dreams and Achieving Highest Service to the World
(00:54) Advice for Young Entrepreneurs: Choose Joy and Befriend Your Ego
(00:57) Value of Making Wrong Decisions and Working with a Team
 
Connect w/ Panelists
CJ Finley
Baldo Garza
Danielle Gertner
Noah Huisman
Peter Rushford
Freddie Kimmel
 
 
 

Brittany Myers also known as DJ Catwalk joins us today in another episode of the How Do You Health podcast. She is a creative director, curator, producer, and deejay based in San Antonio, TX. She has held residencies in San Antonio, Austin, and Los Angeles. She has traveled all over the United States & Mexico providing music & entertainment for multiple companies.
Don’t miss out as DJ Catwalk talks about how music can help us reduce stress, create a deep sense of well-being and even promote healing.
 
Highlights:
 
(00:39) Getting to know Brittany more
(  03:34) What is sound healing? 
(06:12 ) How to use Music as Therapy
(08:22) What is solfeggio frequencies?
(13:28) How she started in Music?
(20:14 ) How music can change your mindset?
(28:39) How Does Music Help Heal Trauma?
(35:28) Binaural beats therapy: Benefits and how they work
(49:24) Common Misconceptions About Focus 
(01:01:41) Why do people love going to music festivals?
 
Links:
Website: DJ Catwalk: HOME
Facebook: DJ Catwalk - Facebook
Instagram: DJ Catwalk (@catwalk.music) 
Twitter: DJ Catwalk (@djcatwalk) 
 

Emily's book, A Wilder Eden: How to Keep Dreaming in a World of Disappointments, is based on the concept of the Garden of Eden and how it contrasts with the broken world we live in full of disappointments. Emily talks about how people have gone through hard things such as the pandemic, divorce, infertility, infidelity, business failure, and not being able to buy a house. The book is about continuing to own and co-create our story without becoming a victim of what is happening.
Timestamps
(00:00) -Exploring the Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship and the Impact on Health and Wellness
(00:03)- Emily Brown Discusses Her Book "A Wilder Eden"
(00:04) - Emily's Journey to Becoming an Author
(00:06) - Heading: Experiencing Abundance and Job Loss: A Reflection on Clarity and Purpose
(00:08) - Abundance and the Relationship with Money
(00:10) - Letting Go and Taking a Leap of Faith
(00:15) - Inner Voice Motivation and Growth
(00:17) - Overcoming Inner Critic and Comparison
(00:19) - Service and Empowerment
(00:22) - Mental Health, Empowerment, and Community Building
(00:29)  - Conversation on Self-Protection and Abundance
(00:31) - Conversation on Self-Sustainability and Understanding
(00:33)  - Exploring Mental Wellness Through Writing: A Conversation with Emily K. Neff
(00:39) - Conversation on Stress Management and Self-Care Strategies
(00:41) - Meditation Techniques and Experiences
(00:44) - Exploring the Benefits of Meditation and the Vagal Nerve
(00:49) - Conversation on Advanced Affirmations and Intention Setting
(00:51) - Exploring the Power of Openness and Trust in Achieving Dreams
(00:53) - Fate and Manifestation
(00:54) - Exploring the Power of Manifestation and Willpower to Achieve Goals
(00:57) - "The Power of Dream Manifestation: A Conversation on Setting Intentions and Being Flexible on the Journey"
(00:59) - Vitamin Drink and Upcoming Avatar Movie
 

Graham Wasilition, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Tenneyson, joins us today in another episode of the How Do You Health Podcast. Tenneyson is made with real plants and botanicals and is strong enough to stand alone but dynamic enough to coexist in a no, or low-proof cocktail.
 
Put on your headphones to tune in for a chance of winning a bottle of Tenneyson or get a discount by using the promo code stated in the episode!
 
Highlights:
 
(02:56) The Concept Behind Tenneyson 
(07:35) People's Reaction and Reviews of Tenneyson
(09:24) The Impact of Choosing Alternative Drinks 
(16:00) The Growth of Non-Alcoholic Drinks
(22:10) How is alcohol tied to celebrations?
(27:20) Actual and Brand: The Two-fold meaning of Taste
(34:38 ) Ways to make non-alcoholic drinks a norm
(36:54) Exponential Effects of Drinking Alcohol
(43:51) How many versions does Tenneyson offer?
(53:33) Upcoming Plan of Tenneyson
 
Links:
Website: https://tenneyson.com/ 
LinkedIn: Graham Wasilition 
Instagram: Graham Wasilition @grahamwashere
 

Douglas Bertram, L.Ac., CEO/ Founder of Structural Elements® has 27 years of clinical experience treating patients with his proprietary combination of Chinese Medicine and Manual Therapy. He is an Educator, Public Speaker, and Entrepreneur. His education includes a B.A. in Contemplative Psychology ( minor, Traditional Eastern Arts) from Naropa University, and a Chinese Medical Degree from Five Branches University. He has completed dozens of marathons, 50 and 100-mile ultra-marathons, and 3 Ironmans. He spent several years in Outdoor Education as an Outward Bound instructor. His career is devoted to Human Performance in work, life and sport.
Don’t miss out as Stefan talks about how his practice works and why we should focus on the body's systems rather than just treating the symptoms.
 
Highlights:
 
(02:56) Open Door Policy: Ways to Check Your Practitioner
(07:55) Dry Needling vs. Acupuncture: Which is better?
(13:33) Meridians & Fascia: Networks throughout the body
(23:43) The Analogy of Different Energy Systems
(26:04 ) The Similarities of Computer System & Human Body
(35:51) The struggles to gain market share in healthcare
(41:08) How balance and alignment are essential in dealing with the body
(46:44) Why is patient education vital for engagement and better outcomes? 
(51:26) Heart Rate Variability & Breathwork
(53:48) Why should you invest in your health? 
(56:10) The benefits of stress
 
Links:
Website: https://www.structuralelements.com/ 
https://network.structuralelements.com/ 
LinkedIn: Douglas Bertram

Stefan Chmelik, Founder of BioSelf Technology and Inventor of Sensate joins us today in another episode of the How Do You Health podcast. Sensate is a groundbreaking innovation in wellness technology, it uses the natural power of sonic resonance to calm your body’s nervous system, providing immediate relief and long-term benefits from regular use.
Don’t miss out as Stefan talks about how vibration can help you face the biggest global problem, which is stress and anxiety, and fear-based decision-making.
 
Highlights:
(02:38) Sensate’s Vision
(06:26 ) Ways to raise people's vibration 
(10:50) How to know the right healing tone for you
(17:37) How to measure the vagus nerve
(26:05) Understanding the Mind-Body Connection 
(29:50 ) The creation story of Sensate
(48:26 ) What does ‘rewilding of the soul and the heart’  means?
 
Website: getsensate.com 
newmedicinegroup.com 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefan-chmelik-msc-4539611a/ 
Twitter: WiseStefan
 
Join us this December at our Festival! Use code HDYHPOD25 and enjoy a weekend filled with world-class biohacking products, health experts, movement, and connection.
Learn more at http://howdoyouhealthfest.com/