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Episode 23: From Symptoms to Root Causes with Holistic Medicine and Dr. Shawn Persaud
💛 Missing Another Day of Work? Make Your Doctor’s Visits Effective! Download the free checklist here → https://zaap.bio/theendoadvocate/taking-another-day-off-make-your-doctor-visits-effective- 💛
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Holistic Medicine Focuses on the Whole Person: Unlike conventional medicine, which targets specific symptoms, holistic medicine considers the physical, emotional, mental, and energetic aspects of a person to uncover the root causes of health issues.
- Root Causes Over Symptoms: Holistic practitioners prioritize finding and addressing the underlying causes of health problems rather than just treating the symptoms, leading to more comprehensive and lasting healing.
- Holistic Techniques for Healing: Methods such as muscle testing, acupuncture, and herbal remedies are used in holistic medicine to restore balance and support the body's natural healing capabilities.
- Shawn's Transformative Healing Journey: Shawn's personal experience with severe anxiety and autoimmune issues as a child led him to discover holistic medicine. By addressing overlooked food sensitivities and parasitic infections, he experienced a profound improvement in his health.
- Mind-Body Connection: The mind and emotions play a significant role in physical health. Shawn highlights how trauma and stress can disrupt the nervous and immune systems, potentially leading to chronic diseases.
- Holistic Approach to Mental and Emotional Health: True healing requires addressing mental and emotional factors in addition to physical imbalances, as they are deeply interconnected.
- The Prevalence of Parasitic Infections: Parasitic infections are more common in North America than many realize and can contribute to chronic health issues. It's crucial to approach parasite cleanses with professional guidance to avoid overwhelming the body with toxins.
- Beware of Self-Treatment: Attempting to address parasitic infections or other complex health issues without professional support can be risky and counterproductive.
- Foundational Holistic Lifestyle Tips: Shawn recommends eating whole, unprocessed foods, drinking purified water, optimizing sleep, getting regular sun exposure, and prioritizing self-care and stress management as key factors in supporting overall health.
- Empowerment Through Holistic Health: By adopting holistic practices and understanding the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit, individuals can take control of their health and well-being, leading to more empowered and informed healthcare decisions.
Guest Bio
đź’› INSTAGRAM: @holistic.shawn
đź’› WEBSITE: www.thechhe.com
đź’› EMAIL: [email protected]
Dr. Shawn Persaud, Doctor and PhD of Natural Medicine
Shawn is dedicated to identifying the root causes of disease through a diverse range of healing systems, including Clinical Nutrition, Energy Medicine, and Manual Therapy, to ensure optimal outcomes for his clients. His profound belief in the body’s innate ability to heal itself is inspired by his personal journey overcoming severe anxiety and digestive disorders. Shawn is renowned for his expertise in guiding individuals back to health from challenging conditions that have been unresponsive to conventional treatments or labeled as "incurable.”
Host Bio
đź’› INSTAGRAM: @questforwholenesspodcast, @theendoadvocate
đź’› FACEBOOK: Lexi Burt
đź’› LINKEDIN: Lexi Burt
đź’› LINKS: zaap.bio/theendoadvocate
From a young age, Lexi Burt embodied qualities of being bossy, loud, and energetic. While not much has changed, she's learning to channel this spirited energy into more focused and appropriate areas. With a profound passion for holistic health, psychology, exercise, and nutrition, Lexi earned her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with Honours from Mount Royal University. A proud British Columbian, she finds solace and joy in nature through activities like camping, hiking, invigorating cold water swims, and her newfound love for outdoor rock climbing. Lexi holds a deep appreciation for concepts such as Hygge, the Blue Zones philosophy, and the overall tranquility of nature. Catch her outdoors, relishing moments with friends, family, her Corgi, and her lovely partner.
Resources Mentioned
đź’› BOOK: The Body Keeps the Score by Dr. Bessel Vander Kolk
đź’› EPISODE 16: Embracing Discomfort with Counsellor Nelson Szeto
💛 EPISODE 19: The Mind-Skin Connection: Acu “Glo Up” Naturally with Stacy Smolenski
Credits
đź’›Intro music cred to @chrizpychriz https://www.instagram.com/chrizpychriz/
đź’›Braden and Troy at Amplifyou for supporting me in bringing this project into fruition, thank you guys.
Join us!
đź’› Follow us on Instagram @questforwholenesspodcast, @theenendoadvocate
đź’› Liked what you heard? Leave a review of iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/introducing-a-quest-for-wholeness-with-lexi-burt/id1722325299?i=1000639248932
đź’› Questions? Email me at [email protected] or DM me @questforwholenesspodcast
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By Lexi Burt💛 Missing Another Day of Work? Make Your Doctor’s Visits Effective! Download the free checklist here → https://zaap.bio/theendoadvocate/taking-another-day-off-make-your-doctor-visits-effective- 💛
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Holistic Medicine Focuses on the Whole Person: Unlike conventional medicine, which targets specific symptoms, holistic medicine considers the physical, emotional, mental, and energetic aspects of a person to uncover the root causes of health issues.
- Root Causes Over Symptoms: Holistic practitioners prioritize finding and addressing the underlying causes of health problems rather than just treating the symptoms, leading to more comprehensive and lasting healing.
- Holistic Techniques for Healing: Methods such as muscle testing, acupuncture, and herbal remedies are used in holistic medicine to restore balance and support the body's natural healing capabilities.
- Shawn's Transformative Healing Journey: Shawn's personal experience with severe anxiety and autoimmune issues as a child led him to discover holistic medicine. By addressing overlooked food sensitivities and parasitic infections, he experienced a profound improvement in his health.
- Mind-Body Connection: The mind and emotions play a significant role in physical health. Shawn highlights how trauma and stress can disrupt the nervous and immune systems, potentially leading to chronic diseases.
- Holistic Approach to Mental and Emotional Health: True healing requires addressing mental and emotional factors in addition to physical imbalances, as they are deeply interconnected.
- The Prevalence of Parasitic Infections: Parasitic infections are more common in North America than many realize and can contribute to chronic health issues. It's crucial to approach parasite cleanses with professional guidance to avoid overwhelming the body with toxins.
- Beware of Self-Treatment: Attempting to address parasitic infections or other complex health issues without professional support can be risky and counterproductive.
- Foundational Holistic Lifestyle Tips: Shawn recommends eating whole, unprocessed foods, drinking purified water, optimizing sleep, getting regular sun exposure, and prioritizing self-care and stress management as key factors in supporting overall health.
- Empowerment Through Holistic Health: By adopting holistic practices and understanding the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit, individuals can take control of their health and well-being, leading to more empowered and informed healthcare decisions.
Guest Bio
đź’› INSTAGRAM: @holistic.shawn
đź’› WEBSITE: www.thechhe.com
đź’› EMAIL: [email protected]
Dr. Shawn Persaud, Doctor and PhD of Natural Medicine
Shawn is dedicated to identifying the root causes of disease through a diverse range of healing systems, including Clinical Nutrition, Energy Medicine, and Manual Therapy, to ensure optimal outcomes for his clients. His profound belief in the body’s innate ability to heal itself is inspired by his personal journey overcoming severe anxiety and digestive disorders. Shawn is renowned for his expertise in guiding individuals back to health from challenging conditions that have been unresponsive to conventional treatments or labeled as "incurable.”
Host Bio
đź’› INSTAGRAM: @questforwholenesspodcast, @theendoadvocate
đź’› FACEBOOK: Lexi Burt
đź’› LINKEDIN: Lexi Burt
đź’› LINKS: zaap.bio/theendoadvocate
From a young age, Lexi Burt embodied qualities of being bossy, loud, and energetic. While not much has changed, she's learning to channel this spirited energy into more focused and appropriate areas. With a profound passion for holistic health, psychology, exercise, and nutrition, Lexi earned her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with Honours from Mount Royal University. A proud British Columbian, she finds solace and joy in nature through activities like camping, hiking, invigorating cold water swims, and her newfound love for outdoor rock climbing. Lexi holds a deep appreciation for concepts such as Hygge, the Blue Zones philosophy, and the overall tranquility of nature. Catch her outdoors, relishing moments with friends, family, her Corgi, and her lovely partner.
Resources Mentioned
đź’› BOOK: The Body Keeps the Score by Dr. Bessel Vander Kolk
đź’› EPISODE 16: Embracing Discomfort with Counsellor Nelson Szeto
💛 EPISODE 19: The Mind-Skin Connection: Acu “Glo Up” Naturally with Stacy Smolenski
Credits
đź’›Intro music cred to @chrizpychriz https://www.instagram.com/chrizpychriz/
đź’›Braden and Troy at Amplifyou for supporting me in bringing this project into fruition, thank you guys.
Join us!
đź’› Follow us on Instagram @questforwholenesspodcast, @theenendoadvocate
đź’› Liked what you heard? Leave a review of iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/introducing-a-quest-for-wholeness-with-lexi-burt/id1722325299?i=1000639248932
đź’› Questions? Email me at [email protected] or DM me @questforwholenesspodcast