Podcasts & Webinars
If you're interested in learning more about "Food as Medicine," click below to listen to several podcasts I participated in for the Foodbank of Santa Barbara:
1. Diet Decisions: What Should I eat To Be Healthy?
3. The Power of Cruciferous Veggies for Detox & DNA Repair
No two people are alike. We all have different genes, different microbiota, we live in different environments and have different tastes and ideologies, yet we are always looking for the "right" way to eat. In this podcast hosted by the Foodbank of Santa barbara Country, nutrition advocate Vibeke Weiland and I take you through various diets--from carnivore & keto to paleo, from Mediterranean to vegetarian to vegan--and discuss the pros and cons of each and how to figure out which style of eating is best for you.
Recording of live presentation:
Cruciferous veggies--like broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and cabbage--all come from the mustard family and contain a powerful compound called sulforaphane. Learn which veggies and leafy greens are cruciferous, how to add more to your diet, & why they help with everything from disease prevention to detox to DNA repair. This presentation also includes powerful tips and tricks for prepping and consuming your crucifers in a way that maximizes their effect!
Webinar:
Intermittent Fasting seems to be all the rage, but is it for everyone? Check out this webinar presented by myself and nutrition advocate Vibeke Weiland as we discuss the various ways to fast, the physiological benefits of fasting, and who is and isn't a good candidate for fasting.
Below are links to integrative health experts I follow and trust.
Chris Kresser- Integrative Medicine Practitioner
Chris Kresser, M.S., L.Ac, has become the go-to resource for other functional medicine practitioners because of his evidence-based approach to healing and his willingness to debunk alternative medical myths based on in-depth analysis of data and research methodology. Specializing in the fields of ancestral health and Paleo nutrition, Chris’ website has become one of the top 25 natural health sites in the world.
I recommend both Chris’s website/blog and podcast, Revolution Health Radio, for those who want help deciphering fact from fiction in the alternative medicine space.
Amy Myers, MD – Specialist in Autoimmune Disorders and Thyroid
Amy Myers is a western medical doctor turned functional medicine doctor. Dr. Myers has helped thousands of people with autoimmune disease reduce or eliminate their symptoms using diet and lifestyle protocols. She has written a very comprehensive book about her healing protocols, called The Autoimmune Solution, and The Thyroid Connection.
I recommend Dr. Myers’ website and books to those interested in learning about how diet and lifestyle changes can contribute to the remission of autoimmune disease symptoms, as well as for those with thyroid conditions such as Hashimoto’s or Grave’s disease. She also sells high quality supplements online, which I consider good choices from a safe online source.
Dr. Mark Hyman - Director of The Cleveland Clinic
Mark Hyman is a practicing family physician, as well as the Director of the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine. He is also the founder and medical director of The UltraWellness Center, chairman of the board of the Institute for Functional Medicine, and a medical editor of The Huffington Post. He was also a regular contributor on many television shows including CBS This Morning, Today Show, Good Morning America, CNN, and The View, Katie and The Dr. Oz Show.
I recommend Dr. Hyman’s website to those interested in learning about preventative health lifestyle and diet interventions from a mainstream medical doctor.
Isabella Wentz—Specialist in Natural Interventions for Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, or are suspicious that you might have a thyroid issue, Wentz’s book and website are great resources. The book is a comprehensive deep-dive into all things thyroid, and covers a vast range of clinical information that is exceptionally helpful to know about to speak fluently with your physician and/or endocrinologist. Topics covered include an in-depth explanation of thyroid hormones and function, digestion, iodine, infections, adrenals, intolerances, toxins, diets, and supplements. Wentz’s website is constantly updated with new articles and research she has been compiling based on the large community of thyroid sufferers she interacts with regularly.