Health Power: The OG Health Podcast & Dog-Eared Podcast

New research points to an "adventure" gene in those who have ADHD.There are a rich number of examples of "restless youths" who went on to become celebrated iconoclasts, including John Muir and Frederick Law Olmsted.  That restlessness may have actually been an indicator of our modern-day ADHD. In fact, science suggests that there is an "adventure gene." One mutation pops up in those with ADHD, a variant called 7R on the DRD4 gene that helps regulate how signals from dopamine are processed. People with 7R are more likely to take risks, travel, and try new things. Why is this important to consider? As kids are asked to sit still in classrooms and given more medications to help them do it, what is the fate of the next generation of adventurers? Adventure needs these kids just as much as these kids need adventure. Kids learn best when they're outside, using all of their senses. Listen in as author, Florence Williams, joins Lisa to share more about the connection between ADHD and adventure, as well as the significant individuals in our history who were thought to have ADHD.

Sonograms and Doppler exams are often able to diagnose disease without biopsy.If you aren't feeling well, the typical steps you take are to visit your doctor, who may then order tests or even biopsies for certain concerns. What if you could skip the biopsy? The use of Doppler and sonogram technology may be the answer. These tools are often able to diagnose disease without biopsy. These methods can be used for so many different things, including potential tumors. You don't want to stress an already stressed body, or further inflame an already inflamed body. Doppler exams detect blood flow to the tumor, which would likely indicate a malignant tumor, or lack of flow, which likely indicates a benign tumor. Many symptoms can slide by physicians. Sonograms and Doppler exams can help detect underlying problems. Listen in as Carol Alt joins Lisa to share her personal experience using these tools, as well as the varying conditions they may detect.

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Drinking tea is good for your health and appearance.Drinking tea is not just a wonderful way to warm up or relax. It also provides health benefits.

Certain teas are full of antioxidants. Tea is good for heart health, it can stimulate your organs, and some teas are wonderful for skin health.

Cindi Bigelow, President and CEO of family-owned Bigelow Tea, joins Andrea to discuss just how great tea is for you.

Bigelow also discusses some of the company's newest flavors and why we should all have a cup of tea.

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How can you be more peaceful in daily life?How can you be more peaceful in daily life? How do you find beauty in every moment?

Shaman Isabella Stoloff, founder of Orange County Healing Center, recently led a group into the jungle of the Riviera Maya. Participants were from around the world. The Asian participants were so peaceful and continually found beauty throughout the adventure.

Listen in as Stoloff joins Andrea to guide you on creating a more peaceful existence.

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Some home chemicals have been linked to autism.The cause of autism has been long sought but remains unknown. Recent studies have linked autism to certain chemicals.

Exposure to certain pesticides, flame retardants, solvents, and more have been linked to autism.

Certified Green Building Professional, Lisa Beres, joins Naturally Savvy host, Andrea Donsky, to share more about the dangers of home chemicals and how to avoid those dangers.

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Learn how to restore your gut after vaccines and antibiotics.Vaccines and antibiotics are beneficial in most cases. However, they take a toll on the body.

Those who have been vaccinated and who have recently used antibiotics need extra care to restore the damage done by treatment. The gut takes a substantial hit from these foreign bodies.

Robert Scott Bell joins Naturally Savvy host, Andrea Donsky, to discuss gut health restoration after vaccines and antibiotics.

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Know what's in your candy so you treat your body nicely when you treat your sweet tooth.The brightly colored wrappers and joyful associations with candy can blind you to what's in those appealing bundles. The basic chocolate bar contains far more than cocoa, milk, and sugar.

Here are some things to consider when you're shopping to handle your sweet tooth:

• Avoid artificial coloring.
• Consider candy that uses organic ingredients.
• Pay attention to allergens.

There are candy options available that conform to your lifestyle, ethics and restrictions. You just have to read the wrapper and do a little research.

Burt Cohen of Tru Sweets joins Naturally Savvy host, Andrea Donsky, to share what you should watch for in your candy choices.

How can you be more peaceful in daily life?How can you be more peaceful in daily life? How do you find beauty in every moment? Shaman Isabella Stoloff, founder of Orange County Healing Center, recently led a group into the jungle of the Riviera Maya. Participants were from around the world. The Asian participants were so peaceful and continually found beauty throughout the adventure. Listen in as Stoloff joins Andrea to guide you on creating a more peaceful existence.

Some home chemicals have been linked to autism.The cause of autism has been long sought but remains unknown. Recent studies have linked autism to certain chemicals. Exposure to certain pesticides, flame retardants, solvents, and more have been linked to autism. Certified Green Building Professional, Lisa Beres, joins Naturally Savvy host, Andrea Donsky, to share more about the dangers of home chemicals and how to avoid those dangers.

Learn how to restore your gut after vaccines and antibiotics.Vaccines and antibiotics are beneficial in most cases. However, they take a toll on the body. Those who have been vaccinated and who have recently used antibiotics need extra care to restore the damage done by treatment. The gut takes a substantial hit from these foreign bodies. Robert Scott Bell joins Naturally Savvy host, Andrea Donsky, to discuss gut health restoration after vaccines and antibiotics.