Oahu Holistic Medicine

This podcast is about the five elements or seasons in Chinese medicine philosophy, specifically focusing on how the metal element (fall, lung, grief/compassion) helps control or restrain the wood element (spring, liver, anger/motivation). David reflects on how compassion can balance anger in interpersonal relationships during the fall season.

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This episode is about acupuncturist David Santander answering common questions about acupuncture, such as whether it can help with anxiety, weight loss, sciatica, smoking cessation, fertility issues, and pain management. He discusses the evidence behind acupuncture's efficacy, how it works, and when it should and shouldn't be used.

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This episode is about acupuncturist Dr. Santander answering frequently asked questions about acupuncture during a session, including topics like its safety, effectiveness for conditions like infertility and back pain, how to find a qualified practitioner, and its mechanisms and limitations.

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This episode is about being mindful of where your food comes from and appreciating all the people and processes involved in getting it to your plate. It suggests visualizing the journey of each ingredient as a way to be more present with your food and change your relationship with eating.

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This episode summarizes the key steps in a framework presented by Dr. Santander for identifying problem foods that cause physical issues like fatigue or blood sugar fluctuations. The framework involves keeping a food journal, rating meals, removing suspected ingredients, and substituting problematic foods to create healthier versions of favorite recipes.

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This episode is about unrealistic expectations that some people have regarding medicine and treating pain or discomfort. David discusses how the idea that taking a pill can eliminate all pain and suffering is a false notion perpetuated by pharmaceutical advertising, and how pain and adversity are inevitable parts of life that cannot be entirely eliminated. He advocates having more realistic expectations about what medicine can achieve.

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This episode is about focusing on the process of figuring out what foods work best for you rather than getting caught up in the details of specific diets or protocols. David emphasizes that the discovery involved in finding the right foods for your individual needs is more important than finding the "perfect diet." He encourages having an open, insightful approach rather than being rigid about following a strict protocol.

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This podcast is a monologue by Dr. Santander discussing depression, its symptoms, causes, and potential treatments. He talks about his personal experiences with depression, how it affects daily life, and encourages listeners who are struggling with depression to take action to improve their situation.

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This podcast is about the addictive and habit-forming nature of social media apps and how they can negatively impact mental health. David discusses how these apps are designed to get users to compulsively check them, often without conscious thought. He reflects on how social media companies monetize people's free time and attention.

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This podcast is about how traditional Chinese medicine practitioners view health holistically by treating the physical body as well as the emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of a person. David talks about how emotions and mindset can manifest in physical health, and how Chinese medicine acknowledges and aims to balance these connections between mind, body and spirit.

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