Although Veggie Doctor Radio has ended, you’ll be happy to hear Dr. Yami again as she returns with her new podcast venture, I AM HUMAN. In this inaugural episode, Dr. Yami welcomes “Doctor Outdoors” Melissa Sundermann, DO, to the show to talk about the many amazing benefits humans reap when they are exposed to nature. From the early research on ‘forest bathing’ in Japan, to the benefits of green and blue spaces, to the importance of accepting your body’s changes as you age, Dr. Sundermann shares her enthusiasm and knowledge about being human in today’s world. 

Discussion points: 

●     Dr. Sundermann’s love of nature and backstory

●     Modeling habits for kids and nature

●     1980s Japanese research on ‘forest bathing’

●     Cumulative effects, recommended exposure times

●     Alternate ways to get nature exposure - green spaces

●     Blue spaces count too - oceans, lakes, rivers etc.

●     Average Americans spend 93% of the day indoors

●     The 54321 exercise when in nature

●     Endurance training and its impact

●     The world of marathons

●     Aging and fitness - acceptance is key

●     Dr. S wishes people knew…..

●     Closing thoughts: What does it mean to be human? 

 

Disclaimer: The information on this blog, website and podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not meant to replace careful evaluation and treatment. If you have concerns about your or your child’s eating, nutrition or growth, consult a doctor.

The I AM HUMAN podcast explores topics such as plant-based nutrition, lifestyle medicine, personal development and spirituality to promote health, wellbeing, longevity and joy and help you craft your best life yet. Subscribe today, and send your feedback to [email protected].

Dr. Yami is a board-certified pediatrician, certified lifestyle medicine physician, national board-certified health and wellness coach, author and international speaker. She is a passionate promoter of healthy lifestyles, especially the power of plant-based diets for the prevention of chronic disease. She hosts the popular podcast I AM HUMAN (formerly Veggie Doctor Radio) which boasts listeners from 98 countries and more than a million downloads to date. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, a diplomate of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, has a certificate in plant-based nutrition and is a certified Food for Life Instructor. Dr. Yami owns Nourish Wellness, a pediatric practice in Yakima, Washington where she lives with her husband and two sons. Her book is called “A Parent’s Guide to Intuitive Eating: How to Raise Kids Who Love to Eat Healthy”. You can learn more about Dr. Yami at DoctorYami.com. 

 

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