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Today, I have invited a top dermatologist on to talk about important tips for protecting your skin. My guest is Dr. Keira Barr, MD who is a double-board certified Dermatologist and an internationally recognized author, leader, speaker and educator in her field. She believes that everyone deserves to feel comfortable in their skin—and that we all have the potential to experience it for ourselves. Dr. Barr is the Chief Wellness Officer of Resilient Health Institute (RHI) and embraces what is on the surface as well as what’s below it. In today’s interview, we discuss the major contributors to skin damage and skin cancer and specific ways you can protect your skin.

On Today’s podcast we’re talking about keys for a deeply passionate relationship. Passionate loving relationships are part of a healthy life and help us have a healthy glow. And this is in part fueled in the bedroom, so I wanted to invite the perfect guest to talk about this intimate topic. My guest today is Susan Bratton. She is considered the “Dear Abby of Hot Sex” to fans around the world, and her fresh approach to bedroom communication skills help millions of people—of all ages and across the gender spectrum—transform sex into passion.  Susan’s straight-forward lovemaking advice is rooted in her personal experience of watching her marital intimacy wither as she and her husband pursued dynamic careers. When her relationship hit a crisis point, Susan made a fierce commitment to do whatever it took to hold her family together and revive the passion in her marriage. Today, she and her husband have the kind of dream relationship most people stopped believing was even possible— until they discover her practical tips. After 15 years and over 30,000 hours of research, practice, teaching, and testing, Susan distilled the six simple essentials that ignite passionate lovemaking into her latest #1 international best-selling book, Sexual Soulmates.  Beloved for speaking from the heart and shooting from the hip... she’s written over 20 books and programs including, Sexual Soulmates, Relationship Magic, The Passion Patch, 30 Romance Tricks That Work Like Magic and Revive Her Drive. She has thousands of fans who devour her Better Lover YouTube videos. A serial entrepreneur who was named a Silicon Valley “Woman of Influence,” and AdAge “Top 10 Internet Pioneer," Susan and her company, Personal Life Media, Inc. been featured in The New York Times and appeared on the TODAY Show, ABC, CBS, CNBC, CW, Fox, and NBC. In today’s interview we talk about the different types of female orgasm and how to improve your intimacy and passion with your partner. * This interview is intended for adult viewers and listeners only. We do discuss human anatomy and sexual function. My intention is to open the dialogue up so that passion is not a secret.

Yoga helps us with flexibility, mobility, strength and even mindfulness. Sometimes it can be daunting to figure out how to incorporate yoga into your fitness routine. But, you don’t have to set aside time for a 90 minute class.  You can do that if you wish, but there is a simple way too. And, that’s why I’m having my guest on today… Dean Pohlman is the founder and CEO of Man Flow Yoga. Dean is also the author of the #1 bestselling Yoga Basics for Men (in 4 categories on Amazon) eBook, the creator of the top 4 bestselling Yoga Boost DVD in the Fitness & Exercise category on Amazon, and yoga trainer to professional athletes. Dean considers it his mission to show men (and others who wouldn’t typically try yoga) how yoga can improve their fitness by utilizing a down-to-earth, no-frills, fitness-centric approach to teaching yoga. In today’s interview, we talk about how to incorporate yoga into your exercise routine whether you’re brand new to yoga or you’re an athlete (and everything in between).

My guest today is Rachael Pontillo. She is the bestselling author of the book Love Your Skin, Love Yourself . She’s a Board Certified International Health Coach, licensed aesthetician; and natural skincare formulator and educator. She’s the president and co-founder of theNutritional Aesthetics™ Alliance, the creator of the popular skincare and healthy lifestyle blog, Holistically Haute™, and creator of the online course, Create Your Skincare. She’s an avid herbalist, self-professed skincare ingredient junkie, and lifelong learner. On today’s podcast, we’re breaking down facts from myths around skincare DIY as well as other popular skincare products and practices.

Sometimes our emotions such as sadness and anger get ahold of us. We can choose to ignore these emotions but there is another option that can lead to a healthier emotional state. My guest today Dr. Joan Rosenberg. She is a best-selling author, speaker, consultant, media host and a cutting-edge psychologist. As a TEDx speaker and member of the Association of Transformational Leaders, she has been recognized for her thought leadership and influence in personal development. She is a California-licensed psychologist and has been featured in the critically acclaimed documentaries I Am, The Miracle Mindset, Pursuing Happiness, and The Hidden Epidemic. Dr. Rosenberg has been seen on CNN’s American Morning, the OWN network and PBS. She also hosts The MindStream Podcast, an influential and thought-provoking iTunes podcast. And she is the author of the #1 Amazon bestseller 'Ease Your Anxiety' and of a forthcoming book describing her 90 Seconds approach to emotional strength and self-confidence. On today’s podcast we discuss what true emotional well-being is, what gets in our way of achieving it, and practical steps to overcoming those obstacles so we can achieve optimal well-being and emotional mastery.

I invited today’s guest on today to help you understand Chinese medicine and how it fits in with other integrative health modalities. We also discuss what your body, including your skin tells you from a Chinese Medicine prospective. My guest today is Brodie Welch, a Licensed Acupuncturist, board-certified herbalist, Chinese Medicine expert, group coach, and self-care strategist. She’s the founder of Life in Balance Acupuncture in Corvallis, Oregon. In addition to her clinical practice, Brodie helps caring, high-achieving, women put themselves on their own to-do lists so they can trade stress and burnout for energy, joy, and vibrant health. She has helped thousands of clients improve their digestion, sleep, and mood; dial in a regular body-mind practice, and step into the next version of themselves. She’s also the creator and host of A Healthy Curiosity: the podcast that explores what it takes to be well in a busy world. Today, we cover what Chinese Medicine is, what it can tell you about your health and skin, how to incorporate it into your healthcare and daily practices, and how to find a Chinese medicine practitioner.  

On today’s podcast we’re discussing emotional eating, sugar addiction, and emotional wellness tools. We’ve all been there – reaching to snack or even overindulge in sweets or other treats that we don’t need but just can’t stop ourselves.  So, that’s why I asked today’s guest to come on today… to better understand why we do this and how to stop. My guest is Megan Buer. She is the founder of Harmony Restored, a company focused on helping individuals heal from the stress that is at the root of their physical and emotional pain.  Megan is a certified Emotion Code Practitioner, author of two books on healing, a reiki healer, and mom to 3.  After suffering from years with anxiety, panic disorder, chronic stress, food intolerances, adrenal fatigue, and an auto-immune disease, she went on a journey to health - spending over 10 years researching, experimenting, and finally figuring out all the unique tools she needed to naturally heal herself.  On today’s podcast, Megan shares why we crave and sometimes overindulge, how to stop the pattern with a simple technique and how to go even deeper to address underlying emotional issues. The trick here is to remember, you’re not alone in this and there are solutions. And once you address these emotional issues, many other aspects of your health and wellness can fall into place. This might be your missing piece.

On today’s podcast we’re talking about how to have better brain health. Do you want to have better memory, focus and concentration? It will help you perform better in work and in life. And, as a bonus to all this, when you follow the tips in this interview, they’re also great for your skin! My guest today is Dr. Steven Masley MD. He is a physician, nutritionist, trained-chef, author, and the creator of the #1 all-time health program for Public Television, 30 Days to a Younger Heart. He helps motivate people tune up their brain and heart. Dr. Masley is a fellow with three prestigious organizations: the American Heart Association, the American College of Nutrition, and the American Academy of Family Physicians, and is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of South Florida. His research focuses on the impact of lifestyle choices on heart health, brain function, and aging. Dr. Masley is a best-selling author and has published several books: Ten Years Younger, The 30-Day Heart Tune-Up, Smart Fat, and his newest book, The Better Brain Solution. His work has been viewed by millions on PBS, the Discovery Channel, the Today Show, and in over 500 media interviews. He continues to see patients and publish research from his medical clinic in St. Petersburg Florida, and he offers weekly blogs on his website, www.DrMasley.com In today’s interview, Dr. Masley shares his 5 steps to a better brain. We delve into each of these so that, by the end of this interview, you’ll have great tips for your diet, nutrients, exercise and other techniques to help you be sharper, more focused with improved memory.

The holidays are a great time to get together with friends and family, and mealtime certainly pulls people together. The problem is, during the holidays we are tempted to make unhealthy choices with the foods we eat. So, I invited today’s guest on to talk about how we can better prepare for healthy meals during the holidays. My guest is Chef Allison Schaaf. She is a food, nutrition & culinary expert and founder of Prep Dish, a subscription-based gluten-free and paleo meal plan service. Allison holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Nutrition from Johnson & Wales University, a Masters in Nutrition Communications from Tufts University, and became a Registered Dietitian at New England Medical Center. When she isn’t cooking, Allison is an avid yogi and takes advantage of all the great outdoor living Austin, Texas has to offer. On Today’s podcast Chef Allison shares practical tips to help set you up for success for eating healthy meals during the holidays. Whether you’re traveling, staying home or going out and about, you’ll be delighted to hear these tips and tricks.

On today’s podcast we discuss how to achieve balance during a health crisis.  My guest is Holly Bertone. She is author of the #1 Amazon bestselling book Thriving in the Workplace with Autoimmune Disease and she is President and CEO of Pink Fortitude, LLC and runs the health and wellness website pinkfortitude.com. Holly is a breast cancer and Hashimoto’s survivor and turned these two significant health challenges into a passion to help others. On The Spa Dr. podcast, I often interview doctors, and I think it’s important to also hear from people who are not doctors but who have encountered health issues such as breast cancer and hashimoto’s and what they’ve done to not only survive but also thrive.

Have you ever wondered what it would take to live to be over 100 and be vibrantly healthy and happy? The key is to have longevity with a high quality of life, right? That’s exactly what we’re talking about on today’s podcast. My guest today is Dr. Mario Martinez. He is a clinical neuropsychologist who specializes in how cultural beliefs affect health and longevity. He proposes, based on credible research evidence, that longevity is learned and the causes of health are inherited. He has studied healthy centenarians (100 years or older) worldwide and found that only 20 to 25% can be attributed to genetics - the rest is related to how they live and the cultural beliefs they share. He is the author of the bestselling book The MindBody Code: How to Change the Beliefs that Limit Your Health, Longevity, and Success that teaches his theory and practice of biocognitive science. In addition to longevity, he also explains why our immune system is not just a protector. Instead, it responds to the cultural premises we learn to perceive the world. You may have heard Mario on Deepak Chopra’s Curious Minds series or The Huffington Post article with video clip of Dr. Christiane Northrup’s interview on Oprah’s Super Soul Sunday or one of the many other interviews he’s done. In this interview, we talk about how to live a healthy long life – which behaviors and thought patterns hold us back and which ones help us.

Mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and eating disorders impact people all around us. Whether it’s you that is struggling or someone you know, today’s podcast is about addressing the root cause of mental health issues. My guest is Dr. Christina Bjorndal. She completed her Doctorate in naturopathic medicine from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2005. She is one of the only licensed NDs in Canada who is considered an authority in the treatment of mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, eating disorders and ADD/ADHD. Dr. Chris has helped many patients navigate through labels and stigma towards mental, emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing. Having overcome her own challenges in the area of mental health, Dr. Chris helps show others how to overcome barriers in life and to achieve their full potential.She has completed three books on mental health as well as a 10 week course and in-person retreat. In this interview we talk about identifying the root causes behind mental health challenges and how to address them. We also discuss when medications may or may not be necessary and specific nutrients and dietary changes that will help, whether you’re on medications or not. We even talk about how skin is connected and can be an early warning sign of root causes that need to be addressed.

On today’s podcast we’re talking about your bones. It’s important to keep your bones strong to prevent fractures and injuries. The choices you make today with your diet, exercise and other lifestyle factors will impact your bones today and in the future, as you age. You may be surprised to know that many of the things you do to support healthy bones are also good for your skin (and vice versa). My guest today is Margie Bissinger. She is a physical therapist who has worked with clients in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis for over 20 years. She is the author of Osteoporosis: An Exercise Guide, which has sold over 100,000 copies. Margie received a bachelor of science degree in physical therapy from the University of Pennsylvania and a master of science degree in Orthopedic Physical Therapy from Northwestern University.  In today’s interview, we talk about how to keep your bones strong and prevent osteoporosis. We discuss exercises, nutritional tips and other lifestyle factors to keep your bones healthy.

On today’s podcast, we’re discussing how to have a higher vibration life so that you can have more energy, be more successful and attract the right people in your life. The choices you make every day…  from the foods you eat and the skincare products you use to the people you surround yourself with and your own attitude can make a big impact on how you show up in life.   My guest today is Robyn Openshaw (also known as the “Green Smoothie Girl”). She is the author of 15 books, including bestsellers The Green Smoothies Diet and 12 Steps to Whole Foods. Her latest book, Vibe: Unlock the Energetic Frequencies of Limitless Health, Love & Success, will be released by Simon & Schuster in October 2017.   Robyn is a former psychotherapist, university professor, and lectured in over 450 cities in the 6 years after launching her popular site GreenSmoothieGirl.com in 2007. She's a single mom to four children who are now flying the coop. She skis and plays tennis competitively in Utah, and believes that everything is possible if you leverage the highest frequencies in the Universe.   Have you ever wondered why being around some people can make you feel revitalized… Or why certain foods give you energy beyond what you may expect? Find out the answers to this and much more on today’s podcast.

Today we live with more environmental pollutants and stressors than ever before and it is negatively impacting our health. So, on this episode of my podcast, my guest, Maggie Berghoff shares 6 environmental stressors and some biohacks to help reduce their impact. Maggie Berghoff is a nurse practitioner trained in Functional Medicine.  She uses a step-by-step framework known as Balance Protocol to transform the lives of men and women.  Her approach to health and wellness puts the client at the center of the story to understand the unique biochemical individuality of each person so they can discover long-term solutions to live a vibrant life. In this podcast interview, Maggie dives into 4 of the 6 environment stressors: air, EMFs, light, and sound – She discusses how these impact your health and shares tips to healthier practices.