In this episode, Dr. Greg welcomes health coach Loredana Morett, NBC-HWC, to explore the profound connections between the mind, heart, and body. Loredana shares her journey from practicing traditional medicine to embracing integrative health, as she and Dr. Greg discuss how heart-brain “coherence,” heart rate variability, and mindful practices like breathwork can foster true healing and well-being.

They dive into recent research on the heart’s “little brain,” a neural network that influences emotional and physical health, highlighting simple steps to help you align and strengthen your mind-body connection. If you're curious about subtle signs of balance within the body and looking for ways to deepen your wellness journey, this conversation offers both inspiration and practical insights.

Episode Highlights:
[00:02:00 ] Loredana’s journey to health coaching
[00:15:00 ] The science of heart-brain coherence and HRV
[00:24:00 ] Practical tools for emotional resilience
[00:30:00 ] Understanding the “little brain” in the heart

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"Heart-Brain Coherence and Cardiac Nervous System"
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"Cardiac Coherence and Emotional Health"
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"Integrative and Patient-Centered Care"
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