The Good Doctors share this riveting read "Anticancer: A new way of life" by Dr David Servan-Schrieber. We highly recommend this book to anybody who has received a cancer diagnosis and anyone who doesn’t want to receive a diagnosis. Yes, it's for e...
In this podcast, The Good Doctors discuss the importance of melatonin and sleep in immune regulation and healing. Fundamentally, through good melatonin production and good sleep efficiency, we have the power to generate our own production of antioxidants, our own production of anti-cancer agents and our own immune modulating hormones. Encouraging melatonin production and good sleep are very empowering things that we can do for our bodies, particularly for those suffering with cancer. Sleep Well, Be Well! Enjoy! SHOW NOTES 0.32 Melatonin is a sleep hormone secreted by the pineal gland into the body as the sun sets 1.00 Artificial light suppresses melatonin production 1.30 Importance of melatonin for reasons other than sleep 1.55 Role of melatonin in the gut 2.15 Irritable Bowel Syndrome 2.46 Important immune regulator 2.59 Meditation can increase melatonin production 4.42 Stanford Research in 2014- Advanced breast cancer patients with poor sleep efficiency had a prognostic of a poorer outcome 4.48 Importance of sleep in immune regulation, healing and cancer survival FURTHER REFERENCES: Be Informed, Be Well! Previous TGD's re: melatonin and sleep: http://thegooddoctors.com.au/health-podcast/115-a-holistic-approach-to-mental-health-dr-jerome-sarris-senior-fellow-uni-melb/ Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre - Melatonin: https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/integrative-medicine/herbs/melatonin Light Exposure May Cut Production of Melatonin: http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/news/20110119/light-exposure-may-cut-production-of-melatonin "How artificial light is wrecking your sleep, and what to do about it" by Chris Kresser: http://chriskresser.com/how-artificial-light-is-wrecking-your-sleep-and-what-to-do-about-it An Article: "Distribution, function and physiological role of melatonin in the lower gut" by Chun-Qiu Chen, Jakub Fichna, Mohammad Bashashati, Yong-Yu Li, and Martin Storr: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3198018/ Sleep Better: 4 Ways to Manipulate Your Melatonin Levels: http://magazine.good.is/articles/sleep-better-4-ways-to-manipulate-your-melatonin-levels-30daysofgood How meditation boosts melatonin production: http://www.brainwave-research-institute.com/how-meditation-boosts-melatonin-production.html Two references to help you produce melatonin naturally: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKu9SC1Rlus AND https://www.healthaliciousness.com/articles/high-tryptophan-foods.php Call Dr Woolhouse's holistic general practice on the Mornington Peninsular, Victoria, Australia: http://www.peninsulaholistic.com.au/ Call Dr Ehrlich's holistic dental practice in Sydney, Australia, for an appointment: http://www.shdc.com.au/ Don't forget to follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodDoctors?ref=hl The post What is Melatonin? appeared first on The Good Doctors.
Neuro-psychiatrist Dr Daniel Siegel and Tina Bryson PhD have written this excellent book designed, not only for parents, but anyone involved in the development of children. In this episode, Dr Ron and Dr Michelle share what the authors taught them about the importance of brain plasticity , giving us insight into how the brain actually works and how that knowledge can help us to teach kids about balancing their behaviour and becoming more skilled emotionally. "The Whole Brain Child' is a resources that provides support and practical strategies to manage both a child's behaviour and your own through the challenges of childhood and child development to create a healthy, fun and thriving family. SHOW NOTES 0.33 Introduction: "The Whole Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind, Survive Everyday Parenting Struggles, and Help Your Family Thrive" by Dr Daniel Siegel and Tina Bryson PhD 1.30 Dr Michelle expalins how the book educates people on the incredible nature of the human brain and the complexity of the interconnections of each neuron 2.oo Children learn by watching adult behaviours 2.3o “What fires together wires together” the more a behaviour is practiced the better we get at it 2.55 Rigidity versus chaos - horizontally integrating left and right sides of the brain 3.29 Anxiety and Instinct vs Logic and Planning - “Name it to Tame It” the vertical integration of the brain 5:00 Strategy #9: Instead of ‘Dismiss and Deny’ use techniques of mindsight and take control of images 11.17 Take home messages – Parents can help their children to manage their anxiety, the adaptability of the brain, be gentle on ourselves as parents and acknowledge our weaknesses and families that play together stay together. FURTHER REFERENCES Dr Daniel Siegel - The Mindsight Institute: https://www.mindsightinstitute.com/&location=menu?_ga=1.262550092.1932490884.1454459515 How anxiety problems affect children - Kidsmatter, Australian Government and Beyond Blue: https://www.kidsmatter.edu.au/families/mental-health-difficulties/anxiety/anxiety-how-anxiety-problems-affect-children What is Brain Plasticity?: http://psychology.about.com/od/biopsychology/f/brain-plasticity.htm The Whole Crain Child Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/The-Whole-Brain-Child-193173697421234/ "Ten Bites of a Quesadilla: Transforming Moments through Creative Discipline" by Tina Bryson, PhD: http://tinabryson.com/ten-bites-of-a-quesadilla-transforming-moments-through-creative-discipline-2/ A easy access summary of the book - Refrigerator Sheet: The Whole-Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson: http://tinabryson.com/tpbmedia/Refrigerator-Sheet-WBC.pdf The Authors: http://tinabryson.com/ and http://www.drdansiegel.com Call Dr Woolhouse's holistic general practice on the Mornington Peninsular, Victoria, Australia: http://www.peninsulaholistic.com.au/ Call Dr Ehrlich's holistic dental practice in Sydney, Australia, for an appointment: http://www.shdc.com.au/ Don't forget to follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodDoctors?ref=hl The post Healthy Byte #33 Book Club – “The Whole Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind” by Dr Daniel Siegel and Tina Bryson PhD appeared first on The Good Doctors.
For all of our history, homo sapiens have had a dramatic impact on the environment. The elevation of the individual has disconnected man from nature and this is not sustainable. This book reminds us of our insignificance. Contemplating our insignificance is a powerful healing tool to humble our individual selves, our small part in this incredible world that we live in and to connect us back to millions of years of history. In his book, Harari is asking us to consider this ancient world, what has gone before us and the impact of our species upon nature and history. SHOW NOTES 0. 35 Sapiens – a brief history of human kind by Yuval Noah Harare, Israeli historian 1.22 The Cognitive Revolution 1.42 Era defined by Sapiens ability to communicate and to share imagined realities 4.30 Did we domesticate wheat and cattle or did they domesticate us? 4.45 Hunters and gatherers - higher food diversity 5.44 The fraud of progress and the detriment of well being 6.23 Hunter gatherer's kinship with nature compared to farmers 7.05 Farmer's anxiety about the future; discomfort with the uncertainty of nature 8.03 The discovery of ignorance – prior to this myths and religion had explained almost everything 9.14 Is science asking the right questions? 9.56 The reductionist influence of Rene Descartes on scientific thinking 11.09 Sapiens; we believe that we can survive separately from nature 12.01 Reliance on family and community vs reliance on state and market to provide 13.43 Stress and disconnection - social connection may be in our DNA 17.40 The elevation of the individual is unsustainable 18.20 Healing benefits of considering our insignificance FURTHER READING What is Dualism? http://www.britannica.com/topic/mind-body-dualism Humility and insignificance: https://louisecharente.wordpress.com/2013/10/24/the-discovery-of-ignorance/ Social isolation John T. Cacioppo,1 Louise C. Hawkley,1 Greg J. Norman,1 and Gary G. Berntson2: http://psychology.uchicago.edu/people/faculty/cacioppo/CHNB2011.pdf Sapiens - A Brief History of Humankind, an overview: http://www.ynharari.com/sapiens-the-book/short-overview/ Call Dr Woolhouse's holistic general practice on the Mornington Peninsular, Victoria, Australia: http://www.peninsulaholistic.com.au/ Call Dr Ehrlich's holistic dental practice in Sydney, Australia, for an appointment: http://www.shdc.com.au/ Don't forget to follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodDoctors?ref=hl The post Healthy Byte # 32 Bookclub – “Sapiens – A Brief History of Human Kind” appeared first on The Good Doctors.
Inspired by "Five Concepts That Will Revolutionise Western Medicine" an article by Dr Jeffery Bland, the Father of Functional Medicine, The Good Doctors discuss his five plus revolutionary concepts and how a holistic, systems biology approach will be the future of medicine. The responsibility of doctors and practitioners is, not only to treat disease, but to teach people about health. SHOW NOTES o.22 Introduction: "Five Concepts That Will Revolutionise Western Medicine" by Dr Jeffery Bland 0.59 Medicine is an art form that integrates science and technology with age old wisdom 1.57 Concept 1 - Functional Medicine - the difference between Functional medicine and Integrative medicine 3.57 Integrating the science and technology of medicine with our own individual story 4.28 The importance of biochemistry 4.37 Concept 2 - P4 Medicine 5.10 Being an active participant in your own health 7.10 Huntington’s Chorea gene and the impact of vigorous exercise 7.45 Concept 3 – Systems Biology - the importance of looking at the whole person 9.51 Concept 4- The Quantified Self 12.00 Concept 5 - Personal Lifestyle Medicine 14.09 Making sure we are our own advocate 15.50 The proven efficacy of lifestyle medicine 16.38 Medicine is life and life is your medicine FURTHER READING "Five Concepts That Will Revolutionize Western Medicine" by Dr Jeffery Bland http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-17773/5-concepts-that-will-revolutionize-western-medicine.html Dr Jeffery Bland, http://www.jeffreybland.com/content/Dr_Jeffrey_Bland.aspx Functional Medicine https://www.functionalmedicine.org/ " Cutting-edge genetics circles back to traditional medicine, says expert. Science can now confirm individual differences observed by practitioners of ancient techniques, says Jeffrey Bland" by By Erin Ellis of the Vancouver Sun http://www.vancouversun.com/health/Cutting+edge+genetics+circles+back+traditional+medicine+says+expert/11388415/story.html Biochemistry in Action. The Good Doctors interview Nutritional Biochemist, Libby Weaver. http://thegooddoctors.com.au/health-podcast/tgd-114-rushing-womens-syndrome-dr-libby-weaver-phd-nutritional-biochemist/ What Would the Best Medicine Look Like? Watch for Dr. Jeffrey Bland, the father of functional medicine, for a response to this question. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=60&v=P2hqC47dYB0 12 TED Talks about the Future of Medicine http://www.ted.com/playlists/23/the_future_of_medicine?utm_campaign=social&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_content=playlist&utm_term=technology Call Dr Woolhouse's holistic general practice on the Mornington Peninsular, Victoria, Australia: http://www.peninsulaholistic.com.au/ Call Dr Ehrlich's holistic dental practice in Sydney, Australia, for an appointment: http://www.shdc.com.au/ Don't forget to follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodDoctors?ref=hl The post Healthy Byte #30 – Revolutionizing Western Medicine appeared first on The Good Doctors.
In this week's Healthy Byte, The Good Doctors share the groundbreaking work of Tim Spector, Professor of Genetic Epidemiology at King’s College, London. His book "The Diet Myth: The Real Science Behind What We Eat" draws from his cutting edge research into diet, genetics and microbes. "The Diet Myth" will help you understand why you should eat diversely, treat your gut with the utmost respect, work out what works for you and how to avoid damage to your gut biome. SHOW NOTES 0.54 Introducing "The Diet Myth: The Real Science Behind What We Eat" by Tim Spector 1.24 Gut Microbiome is the pattern of gut bugs in our digestive system 2.05 Premise of the book is the significance of the diversity of our food intake 2.37 The differences in how individuals process foods is impacted significantly by the uniqueness of our gut biome 4.15 A person can only receive nutrients from the foods that their gut bacteria is able to break down 5.45 Junk food can dramatically reduce healthy gut microbes in only two days 6.2 Gut diversity is deficient compare to our ancestral past 6.4 Impact of antibiotics and the damage of the gut 8.35 What improves gut diversity? 8.54 Fasting and gut health 10.59 Australian advocate for biological farming, Dr Maaten Stapper 12.12 The Good Doctor's note the take home messages and offer tips gleaned from "The Diet Myth" FURTHER READING Meet the Author: http://tim-spector.co.uk/ The British Gut Project: http://britishgut.org/ "Effects of antibiotics on gut flora analysed": http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130109081145.htm " How Your Microbiome Controls Your Health "by Dr Joseph Mercola: http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2014/05/17/human-microbiome.aspx "Western guts have lower bacterial diversity" by Bianca Nogrady http://www.abc.net.au/science/articles/2015/04/17/4217695.htm Taking Antibiotics Can Change the Gut Micro biome for Up to a Year: http://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2015/11/taking-antibiotics-can-change-the-gut-microbiome-for-up-to-a-year/415875/ Dr Maaten Stapper on Australian Story: http://www.abc.net.au/austory/specials/stapper/default.htm Call Dr Woolhouse's holistic general practice on the Mornington Peninsular, Victoria, Australia: http://www.peninsulaholistic.com.au/ Call Dr Ehrlich's holistic dental practice in Sydney, Australia, for an appointment: http://www.shdc.com.au/ Don't forget to join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodDoctors?ref=hl The post Healthy Byte #29: Book Club “The Diet Myth” by Professor Tim Spector appeared first on The Good Doctors.
Maternal stress has a significant impact on foetal development, particularly in the first 12 weeks from conception. Overwork and high physical demands on the mother are linked to low birth weight, anxiety and hypervigilance in infants. Show Notes: 0.21 - Stress and self-care in the first trimester of pregnancy 0.32 - First Trimester = first 12 weeks from conception 0.44 - How the foetus is developing in this period 0.54 - Dr Michelle outlines common first trimester symptoms 1.01 - Dr Michelle cites University College in Dublin study about working full time and an increased risk of having a low birthweight baby/pre-term baby 1.44 - Brain change and hypervigilance 2.30 - Important time for self-care 3.41 - Can you talk to your boss early? 5.48 - Celebrate the importance of early development 6.03 - How can partners help? Further Reading "Occupational predictors of pregnancy outcomes in Irish working women in the Lifeways cohort" Isabelle Niedhammer, Deirdre O'Mahony, Sean Daly, Jj Morrison, and Cc Kelleher: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2872657/ About Birth - Online birth educators; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khO1eJGjScc&list=PLD9WKVLWkAP_E82UEpQf5O9OfGEv9Vl-Y&index=3 The first trimester Feotal development week by week: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDkX2vzfG1g " Work Stress in First Trimester Causes Low Birth Weight Baby" Ritesh Singh and Neeti Rustagi , Indian Journal of Community Medicine :http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3214454/ "Parental occupation and risk of small-for-gestational-age births: a nationwide epidemiological study in Sweden" J. Sundquist, and K. Sundquist :http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2839909/ "The long-term behavioural consequences of prenatal stress" Marta Weinstock: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0149763408000341 "The long-term behavioural consequences of prenatal stress" Marta Weinstock, Science Direct: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0149763408000341 Playlists for Pregnancy - soothing music for pregnant women: http://8tracks.com/explore/pregnancy/hot/2 TGD 112: Sleep: Sleep Disorders and Problems | Part 3: http://thegooddoctors.com.au/health-podcast/sleep-disorders-and-problems-part-3/ "The Latina Paradox: An Opportunity for Restructuring Prenatal Care Delivery": http://ajph.aphapublications.org/doi/full/10.2105/AJPH.94.12.2062 Ten tips to reduce or protect against stress during pregnancy!: http://news.therawfoodworld.com/stress-during-pregnancy/ Call Dr Woolhouse's holistic general practice on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Australia: http://www.peninsulaholistic.com.au/ Call Dr Ehrlich's holisitc dental practice in Sydney, Australia, for an appointment: http://www.shdc.com.au/ Don't forget to join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodDoctors?ref=hl The post Healthy Byte #28: Nurturing the Mother-to-be appeared first on The Good Doctors.
This week The Good Doctors welcome back to the show, Dr Ben Balzer, Sydney GP and paleo nutrition expert, to discuss acid and alkali homeostasis in the body and the immense health benefits of alkalising your diet. In this episode, we unpack some of the confusion around acidic foods and how the body metabolises them and we outline the optimal diet for you to alkalise your body and optimise your health. About Dr Ben Balzer Dr Ben Balzer is a GP (family physician) in Sydney Australia. Dr Balzer has a special interest in general nutrition, paleolithic nutrition, and all aspects of general family practice. You can book an appointment with Dr Ben Balzer at his practice in Beverly Hills, Sydney by calling (02) 9502 3355. Show notes: 0.47 - Introduction: acid vs alkali 2.10 - Body chemistry: homeostasis and balancing pH 2.33 - Dr Ben Balzer "Acid and alkali is a nutritional science" 2.51 - The metabolisis of food can lead to the release of acid or alkali 3.14- Changes in our diet have led to a high acid yield 3.23 - Acid must be neutralised in the body in two ways: by dissolving bone or by dissolving muscle 3.52 - High dietary acid load has been proven to be a major contributor to osteoporosis 4.15 - Soft drinks and bone density 5.07 - Which foods increase your acid load? 6.34 - Iodine and iodised salt 7.12 - Sodium and potassium - how they work together 7.34 - Potassium rich foods. 7.55 - Imported mineral waters are very high in alkali 8.22 - Calcium tablets and magnesium citrate for the purpose of alkalising the body 8.35 - Salt, osteoporosis and kidney stones 9.07 - The positive and negative effects of dairy products on your bones 10.12 - Grains and meat in equal fourth place as most acidic foods 10.51 - Alkalising foods 14.03 - Biological functions rely on a well balanced pH. 14.44 - The impact of neolithic diet 16.00 - Benefits of heirloom vegetable varieties 17.42 - Homeostasis - creating a balance in each cell that is dependent on pH 18.25 - How the body reacts to imbalance 19.30 - The Good Doctors discuss: so, do we need salt? 20.50 - The difficulties in maintaining a paleo diet in modern western society and culture 22.55 - Studies have shown that cultures that ate the least dairy had better bones 23.20 - How to make dietary decisions through the acid/alkali framework 23.51 - Reducing sugar will have a significant impact on the amount of acid in your body 24.49 - The ideal diet for alkalisation and optimal health Further Reading 1.50 - TGD 113: Paleo 102 podcast with Dr Balzer: http://thegooddoctors.com.au/health-podcast/paleo-102-dr-ben-balzer-part-1/ Dr Ben Balzar's blog: http://benbalzer.com/ MSD Manual ( both professional and consumer versions available): http://www.msdmanuals.com/en-au/home/hormonal-and-metabolic-disorders/acid-base-balance/overview-of-acid-base-balance/ THE BMJ: "Milk intake and risk of mortality and fractures in women and men: cohort studies" Prof. Karl Michaelssen et al, 2014: http://www.bmj.com/content/349/bmj.g6015/ Harvard study "Teenaged Girls, Carbonated Beverage Consumption, and Bone Fractures": http://archpedi.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?articleid=349673 ABC Health and Wellbeing: Are the bone benefits of milk overstated?: http://www.abc.net.au/health/features/stories/2014/12/08/4141366.htm Nutrition Australia: Osteoporosis: http://www.nutritionaustralia.org/national/resource/osteoporosis/ The Alkaline Cookbook: Dr Stephen Domenig, https://www.penguin.com.au/products/9780670078417/alkaline-cookbook/ Dr Ben Reccomends this book: http://www.thepaleodiet.com Don’t forget to join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodDoctors?ref=hl
The Good Doctors share research findings from US based NY Times bestselling author, screenwriter, and producer Dr Kelly Turner, PhD. In " The Secrets of Radical Remission: Surviving Cancer Against All the Odds", Dr Turner spoke to people of all cultures from around the world who shared a similar story - a radical cancer remission. She discovered 9 radical lifestyle changes that all of these individuals made to take control of their health. Listen in as Dr Michelle and Dr Ron discuss Dr Turner's findings while adding The Good Doctor wisdom. Be informed. Take control of your health, BE WELL! SHOW NOTES 0.36 Introducing the author and her book: "Radical Remission: Surviving Cancer Against All the Odds" by Dr Kelly Turner, PhD o.58 Calculating conventional cancer prognosis and Turner's conversations with people with health outcomes that defied statistical convention. 1.54 Turner's studies of personal remission stories in her PhD found 9 distinctive radical lifestyle changes that these stories had in common. 2.25 No. 1 Radically change your diet 2.37 No. 2 Take control of your health (become an active member of your health team) 2.59 No. 3 Follow your intuition 3.48 Looking at intrinsic rather than extrinsic factors that impact on cancer treatment 4.48 No. 4 Herbs and supplements 5.25 No.5 Release suppressed emotions 5.32 No. 6 Increase positive emotions 5.44 The confusion between positivity and 'always being positive' 6.47 The importance of story, fearless listening and authentic interpretation 8.24 Link between cancer/cancer survival rates and pessimism 9.04 Dr Michelle recounts a story from the book; a woman with advanced breast cancer and how she used laughter to improve her life with the disease 11.27 No.7 Embracing social supports 12.32 Journal of Oncology reports on social networks, supports and cancer survival looking at isolation and the likelihood of disease progression 13.14 Story of Roseto shows the power of community as a proven element of positive health 14.13 No.8 Deepening your spiritual connection 15.43 No. 9 Having a strong reason for living FOR YOUR FURTHER READING About Dr Kelly Turner's Book: http://www.kelly-turner.com/book/aboutthebook/ Radical Remission Project on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RadicalRemission The Gawler Cancer Foundation, Victoria Austalia: a not for profit providing healthy lifestyle services: http://gawler.org/ What is Integrative Oncology?: http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/ART03060/Treating-Cancer-With-Integrative-Medicine.html An Excellent Read, Bernie Siegel, MD on Remarkable Recoveries: http://berniesiegelmd.com/resources/articles/remarkable-recoveries/ Dr Dean Ornish and Lifestyle Medicine: http://deanornish.com/ Journal of Clinical; Oncology, "Social Networks, Social Support, and Survival After Breast Cancer Diagnosis"Candyce H. Kroenke, Laura D. Kubzansky, Eva S. Schernhammer, Michelle D. Holmes and Ichiro Kawachi http://jco.ascopubs.org/content/24/7/1105.short In this video extract from the feature documentary The Connection, you'll find out about the remarkable US town of Roseto: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MnbPzXDco90 Don’t forget to join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodDoctors?ref=hl Call Dr Ehrlich’s holistic dental practice in Sydney, Australia, for an appointment: http://www.shdc.com.au/ Call Dr Woolhouse’s holistic general practice on the Mornington Peninsular, Victoria, Australia: http://www.peninsulaholistic.com.au/ The post Healthy Byte #27: Radical Cancer Remission appeared first on The Good Doctors.
This Healthy Bytes episode with Dr Ron Ehrlich and Dr Michelle Woolhouse takes a factual, general, holistic, conventional, olden-days and up-to-date look at exercise and cancer care, then wraps it all up neatly with simple take-home messages and tips to help you, and yours, integrate appropriate exercise into your life to maximise your chances for cancer recovery, prevention and remission. The message is simple and clear. SHOW NOTES 1:00: 16% of colorectal cancers are due to inactivity. 1.34: The importance of exercise as cancer therapy. 2.45: We were not designed to be sedentary; movement stimulates Brain Derived Neurotropic, Factor BDFN, helps to grow new tissues in the brain. 3.39: Recommending incidental movement and decreasing passive past times. 4.36: Study showing that 4 hours of TV watching a day before and after cancer diagnosis increases chances of mortality by 20%. 4.57: The value of pedometers. 6.49: Want to know how to decrease your risk of breast and colon cancer by 40-60%? 7.43: Good, simple exercise as defined by Dr Michelle. 8.51: The Framingham Study's recommendations for exercise and health; an excellent read. HAPPY READING! Like Studies: Read this: "Exercise in Cancer" by P. Rajarajeswaran and R. Vishnupriya http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2885882/ Everyone Respects the WHO: World Health Organisation Cancer Fact Sheet: http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs297/en/ Brain Cell Growth and Exercise: "8 Ways To Increase BDNF Levels (Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor)" http://mentalhealthdaily.com/2015/03/30/8-ways-to-increase-bdnf-levels-brain-derived-neurotrophic-factor/ How to Use a Pedometer: https://www.cardiosmart.org/~/media/Documents/Fact%20Sheets/en/abk5253.ashx "Don't Just Sit There": a guide to creating a dynamic workstation and more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=201&v=zUmyNu7VHZI The Framingham Study: https://www.framinghamheartstudy.org/ Don't forget to join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodDoctors?ref=hl Call Dr Ehrlich's holisitc dental practice in Sydney, Australia, for an appointment: http://www.shdc.com.au/ Call Dr Woolhouse's holistic general practice on the Mornington Peninsular, Victoria, Australia: http://www.peninsulaholistic.com.au/ The post Healthy Bytes # 26: Cancer, Survival & Exercise appeared first on The Good Doctors.
Cancer is still a very mysterious and emotionally challenging illness. The Good Doctors and their esteemed guest, Professor Avni Sali, discuss the significance of lifestyle interventions in assisting to treat cancer. What impact can lifestyle interventions have for cancer patients when introduced as a practice by medical practitioners in combination with conventional medical practices? This episode is a brilliant heads up for the integration of a holistic lifestyle approach for cancer prevention and cancer treatment support. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES 1.57 Dr Michelle Woolhouse introduces our guest Professor Avni Sali, MBBS, PhD, FRACS, FACS, FACNEM 2.51 One of the special interest of the National Institute of Integrative Medicine is innovative cancer therapies. 3.49 Often cancer patients turn to integrative or complimentary therapies late in the course of the disease; the doctors discuss why they disagree with the ethics of this cultural mode of cancer care. 5.01 Avni explains what he thinks causes cancer. 6.42 Lifestyle Medicine interventions as an imperative for doctors to engage in for the treatment of cancer. 7.23 " Conventional medicine is about diagnosis and treatment ... and treatment is like mopping up the water and not really paying much attention to turning the tap off at all." - Professor Avni Sali 10.53 Gough Whitlam's influence on General Practice training in Australian Universities. 11.22 Sunlight and cancer treatment; vitamin D absorption. 13.09 Improving processes of early diagnosis of cancer. 13.42 Mammography screening and the halting of mammograms in Switzerland. 14.14 Diagnostic protocol, circulating cancer cell. 16.21 Hypothermia used as routine in cancer treatment all around the world. It doubles the response rate for chemotherapy and radiation therapies, over all, for most cancers and it has virtually no side effects. 19.32 The Good Doctors, Ron and Michelle, chew the fat over their inspirational talk with Prof. Sali. 20.15 Problems in the dissemination of evidence based medicine. 21.21 Dean Ornish, an American Doctor, who did a groundbreaking study on cardiovascular disease and lifestyle interventions in the 80's did another study, more recently, in prostrate cancer. 22.18 Ian Gawler Foundation on lifestyle intervention. 22.45 Dr Kelly Turner's Book 'Radical Remission' is a great way to reframe how you think about cancer treatment. 25.32 More chat about vitamin D ideal levels. 26.11 What nutrients are there for; a buffer, protection and aid in resilience; nutrients and stress 26.59 Dr Michelle cautions listeners about circulating cancer cells tests and testing in general in accordance with how she prefers to practice. FURTHER READING NIIM Clinical Trail in Hypothermia Treatment for Cancer: http://www.niim.com.au/clinic/services/regional-hyperthermia-clinical-trial Ian Gawler Book Store: http://www.iangawlerwebstore.com/books The Gawler Foundation: http://gawler.org/ INTENSIVE LIFESTYLE CHANGES MAY AFFECT THE PROGRESSION OF PROSTATE CANCER by Dr Dean Ornish: http://www.ornishspectrum.com/wp content/uploads/Intensive_Lifestyle_Changes_and_Prostate_Cancer.pdfb Circulating Cancer Cells: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3126032/ An Explanation of Lifestyle Medicine: https://www.mja.com.au/journal/2009/190/3/emergence-lifestyle-medicine-structured-approach-management-chronic-disease "A Guide to Evidence-Based Integrative and Complementary Medicine" by Kotsirilos, Vicki, Luis Vitetta, and Avni Sali https://books.google.com.au/books/about/A_Guide_to_Evidence_based_Integrative_an.html?id=ISZY-PQv_ggC FB Page of The Australian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine: https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Australasian-College-of-Nutritional-and-Environmental-Medicine-ACNEM/540501566089414?
This episode will benefit both those touched intimately by mental illness and those who have watched or learned about it from a distance. Holistic mental health care is for everyone. We chat about lifestyle interventions and break down some herbs an...
"Rushing Women's Syndrome" is the title of a book and a term coined by Australian nutritional biochemist Dr Libby Weaver, PhD. She talks to The Good Doctors about her practice and life's work from a biochemical, nutritional and emotion-focused position of client care. Drs Michelle and Ron later open a conversation around the whys and why-nots of our hurried behaviours and some common cultural philosophies in self care. This episode is a great education resource for both men and women of all ages. Show Notes 1.46 Introducing out guest, nutritional biochemist, Dr Libby Weaver, Phd 2.29 Libby tells us about how her clients myriad of symptoms inspired her to write the book "Rushing Women's Syndrome" in response to changing roles in women's work-life responsibilities. 3.47 How the body presents under chronic stress as opposed to full blown disease states: PMT, IBS and people pleasing behaviour. 6.02 " What leads a woman to be prepared to sacrifice her own health in the pursuit of meeting other people's needs, because not all women do that?" - Dr Libby enquires and explains. 9.03 Libby contextualises a brief history of women's work and the importance of supporting our bodies, as a species, as we evolve physically and culturally. 10.38 The negative biochemical consequences of the body's constant production of adrenaline. 11.28 Dr Michelle references and comments on Alain de Botton's book and documentary " Status Anxiety " and highlights class competition, meritocracy and over striving and it's impact on our wellbeing. 15.38 Our brain is a meaning maker: how we are programmed to look for evidence of how we are not good enough. 16.04 Libby tells an interesting client story about teen awareness and meaning making. 18.07 Libby's take-home tips on how to take care of your health, biochemically, nutritionally and emotionally. 19.13 The parasympathetic nervous system, how to breathe to activate it and it's potential pathway to balance. 21.22 Dr Ron asks Dr Michelle "How did we get into this stressful lifestyle mess?" 24.39 Why we should consider taking a break from watching the news. 28.19 Positive psychology and Martin Seligman's book "Flourish" and the author's new PERMA-model of wellbeing. 28.19 "Stop before you Start": a practice that Dr Michelle teaches her patients Selected Links from the Episode Dr Libby's The Good Doctors episode on Autism Read more about leaky gut and stress Go to Dr Libby Weavers website Buy Dr Libby Weavers books Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine (ACNEM) website Flourish: Positive Psychology and Positive Interventions MARTIN SELIGMAN: http://tannerlectures.utah.edu/_documents/a-to-z/s/Seligman_10.pdf In The News: A User's Manual, De Botton shares the ultimate manual for our news-addicted age: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKvOW6RwmFg A review of "Quiet" by Susan Caine: http://www.theguardian.com/books/2012/mar/22/quiet-power-introverts-susan-cain-review Relaxed and Contented: Activating the Parasympathetic Wing of Your Nervous System by Rick Hanson, PhD: http://www.wisebrain.org/ParasympatheticNS.pdf The documentary film "Status Anxiety" (2004), presented by Alain de Botton and based on his book of the same name: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1MqJPHxy6g Adrenaline Explained: http://www.menshealth.co.uk/healthy/symptoms-treatment/adrenaline-255561 The pace of modern life versus our cavewoman biochemistry: Dr Libby Weaver at TEDxQueenstown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJ0SME6Z9rw Dr Libby Weaver, PhD Dr Libby Weaver (nee Ellis) is one of Australasia’s leading nutritional biochemists, author and speaker, who lives in New Zealand and Australia. With an extraordinary ability to relate to all demographics, from all walks of life,
Immunisations is a very emotive issue. Should parents be punished or provided better education in making decisions about vaccinating their children? Why are parents so fearful and how can medical practitioners support parents? We are hoping that this will start a conversation to better understand the issues around vaccinations as well as discuss the idea of inoculating the world around a child. Show notes 0.30 - Immunisation - should parents be punished or better educated? We discuss this article that appeared on The Conversation. 1.00 - Disease controlled by vaccinations almost invisible to the public. Is this why some people are rejecting vaccinations? 2.00 - The anti-vaccination position and the trends of polio and measles. 3.40 - The fear surrounding vaccinations and the "wiping out" of disease 4.58 - Building vaccinations via taxation. Is this right way of doing it? You can read the article here. 6.15 - How do we build trust? The community vs. personal reaction to vaccinations 7.30 - Medical intervention, the potential of harm and the role of a vaccination program. You can listen to our episode with Professor Robert Booy about vaccinations. 9.20 - The increasing number of vaccinations given to children 11.20 - Trends in children's health and the role of environment and nutrition. 12.00 - International approaches to immunisation programs We invite you to continue the conversation on our Facebook page. The post Healthy Bytes 25: Immunisation – do we punish or educate? appeared first on The Good Doctors.
Listen in as we speak to Sydney-based GP, Dr Ben Balzer about the paleo diet. In this episode, we will discuss Dr Balzer's personal journey and the health benefits that he has seen for himself as well as some of his patients. About Dr Ben Balzer Dr Ben Balzer is a GP (family physician) in Sydney Australia. Dr Balzer has a special interest in general nutrition, paleolithic nutrition, and all aspects of general family practice. You can book an appointment with Dr Ben Balzer at his practice in Beverly Hills, Sydney by calling (02) 9502 3355. Show notes 0.48 - Paleo 102 or the ancestral diet - why are we so interested? You can read Dr Ben Balzer's introduction to the paleo diet here. 1.30 - Dr Ben Balzer, a Sydney-based general medical practitioner and his journey to the paleo diet. You can listen to Paleo 101 with Pete Evans here. 4.05 - What did Dr. Ben Balzer remove from his diet and what were the health benefits that he was feeling? 5.05 - The importance of eating "enough" food when moving to a Paleo diet 6.05 - Potatoes - paleo or not? Potatoes are not paleo because of Tyrosine kinase. You can read Dr. Balzer's blog post on potatoes here. 7.20 - The lack of science behind high-carb/low-fat diets and polyunsaturated fats or "unlicensed drugs". 8.45 - How does canola oil compare? 9.35 - The concept of "grain lab" - grass vs. grain fed meat 11.00 - The different traditional diets across the world 12.26 - Recommendations for fat intake when trying out a paleo diet 13.52 - Michelle's favourite meat recommendation - Kangaroo meat! 14.15 - The role of fruit in the paleo diet. Jo Robinson's book Eating on the Wild Side The post TGD 113: Paleo 102: Let the GP speak | Dr Ben Balzer | Part 1 appeared first on The Good Doctors.
The wellness industry has recently come under scrutiny. Are people in the wellness industry out to make people healthy or just make money? Are their claims true? Join us for our Healthy Byte as we discuss the wellness industry and wellness business and how important it is for modern medicine and practitioners to have open lines […] The post Healthy Bytes 24: The Wellness Industry appeared first on The Good Doctors.
Sleep is the most important part of your day. But sleep disorders and problems are rife! Do you wake up feeling refreshed? Are you getting enough sleep? What could be hindering your sleep? Listen as we break sleep down and look at the different things that could be impacting you and what you can do […] The post TGD 112: Sleep: Sleep Disorders and Problems | Part 3 appeared first on The Good Doctors.
Listen in as we talk about exercise and how much is enough? We compare different studies as well as our own opinion to look at moderate exercise or vigorous exercise? The importance of a sustainable program that includes flexibility and why sleep is just as important. Show Notes 0.18 – Introduction to the topic 0.36 […] The post Healthy Bytes 23: Exercise – How much is enough? appeared first on The Good Doctors.
Join us for Part 2 of our sleep series where we speak to Dr Carmel Harrington more about sleep and the importance for teenagers, their brain development, happiness and even their productivity. This is a truly holistic approach to the most important part of our day…. SLEEP! About Dr Carmel Harrington Dr Carmel Harrington has […] The post TGD 111: Teenagers and Sleep: Sleep Disorders and Problems | Part 2 | Dr Carmel Harrington appeared first on The Good Doctors.
The public vs private schools debate has been raging on for years, but new research suggests that nutritional and environmental factors play a more important role than the school that you send your child to. What role does preconception health play? And why is birth weight important? Tune in as Dr Ron and Dr Michelle […] The post Healthy Bytes 22: Public vs Private Schools appeared first on The Good Doctors.