One Life Radio

The Iditarod Race 2018

Maureen Connolly, VP of Communications at PETA talks about the 2018 Iditarod Race.

* What's wrong with the Iditarod?

* Tell us about the recent doping scandal.

* What is PETA doing in preparation of the start of the race tomorrow (Saturday)?

* Are there alternatives to the Iditarod and similar dog races

"Reversed"

Dr. Mike Fenster talks about the reality series "Reversed" and if you can truly reverse diabetes.

Blood Sugar Levels Tied to Memory Decline

High fat diets have recently increased in popularity as research has demonstrated potential health benefits associated with the diet. Additionally, more and more research continues to come out showing the potential downsides of high carbohydrate diets, which may lead to high blood sugar levels. Recently, one article in particular just came out showing a potential link between high blood sugar levels and memory decline. Shawn Wells talks about the latest study!

Yoga Pants are Destroying the Planet

Stephanie Toups talks about the latest article regarding microfibers in our yoga pants!

Why We Feel the Need to be Right

Beth Reeder Johnson talks about why we feel the need to be right and how it limits us.

* Why are people so invested in being right?

* What are things people are willing to do to justify their position?

* How does being the desire to be right limit us?

Can Men & Women Really be 'Just Friends'?

Von Eaglin discusses if men and women can really be 'just friends'.

* What are five challenges to men and women just being friends?

* What are five truths about male-female friendship

7 Elements of Technique

Daniel Tague discusses the 7 elements of technique in exercise.

-  What are the elements of technique?

* Goal

* Alignment of forces

* Positioning of the body

* Stabilization of moving and nonmoving body parts

* Optimum motion of the exercise

* Controlled temp, or speed, of the motion

* Efficient breathing

* Can you explain what each of those mean?

* How does this benefit your overall fitness?

* Helps you get the most out of your time in the gym and decreases your risk!

From Schoolhouse-to-Jailhouse

Rosalie Robinson talks about schoolhouse-to-jailhouse. The prison pipeline also known as the schoolhouse-to-jailhouse track, is the dis-proportionate tendency of minors and young adults from disadvantaged back-grounds to become incarcerated, because of increasingly harsh school and municipal policies. Many experts have credited factors such as school disturbance laws, zero tolerance policies and practices, and an increase in police in schools in creating the pipeline.

* What are the current statistics on the “prison pipeline”?

* Why shouldn’t communities protect students interested in learning from the disruption of individuals often identified by zero tolerance policies?

* How is the schoolhouse-to-jailhouse impacting labor?

* What is the impact in our communities?

"The Stress Test: How Pressure Can Make You Stronger & Sharper"

Dr. Ian Robertson, author of "The Stress Test: How Pressure Can Make You Stronger & Sharper" talks about his book and why stress is both beneficial and necessary.

Why is it that some people react to seemingly trivial emotional upset – like failing an unimportant exam – with distress, while others power through life-changing tragedies showing barely any emotional upset whatsoever? How do some people shine brilliantly at public speaking when others stumble with their words and seem on the verge of an anxiety attack? Why do some people sink into all-consuming depression when life has dealt them a poor hand, while in others it merely increases their resilience?

The difference between too much pressure and too little can result in either debilitating stress or enduring demotivation in extreme situations. However, the right level of challenge and stress can help people to flourish and achieve more than they ever thought possible.

In The Stress Test, clinical psychologist and cognitive neuroscientist Professor Ian Robertson, armed with over four decades of research, reveals how we can shape our brain's response to pressure and answers the question: can stress ever be a good thing? The Stress Test is a revelatory study of how and why we react to pressure in the way we do, with real practical benefit to how we live.

Intention Experiments

Robin Perry Braun talks about intention experiments and why our words are so powerful.

Stop Stress Eating!

Dr. Mike McFarland talks about stress eating and how to stop and prevent it.

* In today’s society, we have an increasing problem with overweight and obesity. What is the role of stress eating in this problem?

* How can I tell if stress eating is a problem for me?

* What can we do stop stress eating

DIY Skin Care Products

Autumn Warren, creator of Ether Elixir talks about DIY skin care products and shares some of her favorite recipes!

* Lotions – blend high-grade oils (coconut oil, avocado oil, olive oil, etc.) with an organic cold-pressed shea butter to lock in moisture. Commercial lotions are full of fillers, water & alcohol – even natural ones are costly and not enough of the good stuff.

* Using ether elixir as a natural probiotic toner.

* Adding niacinamide to witch hazel as a natural way to lock in face moisture.

* Use old tea in the bath!

Benefits of Yoga for Men & Women

Isabell Daniel talks about the health and spiritual benefits of yoga for both men and women.

Breaking the Cycle Pt. 1

Maura Davies, VP of Communications at the North Texas SPCA talks about the connection between violence towards animals and violence towards people.

There are so many questions about how we should address early signs of violence against animals:

* How do law enforcement, parents and schools intervene when they observe a child committing acts of violence against animals?

* How do we make it easier for students, employers and peers in the community to report disturbing behavior to authorities?

* Once reported, what resources do social services and law enforcement agencies have to address the problem in an effective manner?

* Is it possible to rehabilitate these adolescents through counseling?

* What level of mental healthcare coverage should we expect insurers to cover?

* Should individuals with a history of violence towards people and/or animals be banned from owning a firearm?

* How do we stop these individuals from escalating their violent criminal activity without violating their civil rights?

* To what degree should social media platforms bear responsibility for reporting alarming content that gets flagged for violating community guidelines to the authorities?

None of these questions have a clear and simple answer. The North Texas LINK Coalition is part of a nationwide conversation to identify strategies, policies and legislation that can help break the cycle of violence to make our community a safer place for both people and animals.

Citizens Defy Monsanto. Now They're Under Attack!

Dr. Mike Fenster talks about the communities under attack for defying Monsanto and the spraying of Roundup.

Over Processed Foods

Shawn Wells talks about a new study was published demonstrating a potential link between processed foods and cancer risk. While, this study has its own inherent limitations it was carried out over a long duration with a large sample size making the findings particularly interesting.

1. What are ultra-processed foods?

2. What were the main findings of this study?

3. Does this mean that processed foods are causing cancer?

4. What is the potential mechanism?

5. What can you do to avoid processed foods?

It's Time to Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is!

Thomas Locke, farmer and co-owner of Bois D'Arc Meat Co. farms educates us on consumer spending role in the sustainable food movement.

The sustainable food movement will only go so far as consumers are willing to take it. Economic viability isn't the main reason people begin sustainable farming ventures, but it is a vital component.

Cons:

Inconvenient

More expensive

Pros:

Healthier

Tastes Better

Better for environment - global warming, carbon footprint, soil health, water quality

Better for animal welfare

Keeps money in your local economy

Helps you appreciate food more

Encourages you to become a better cook

I believe it is the key to revitalizing economically depressed rural communities

Role of consumers in sustainable food movement:

The first step is understanding what you are buying. Understand how pasture-raised meat is different from conventionally raised products. Ask questions of the farmers you are buying from, and ask if you can see pictures of the animals.

Supplements 101

Jill Lane talks about the 3 things we should do before we purchase a supplement to make sure we are making an informed purchase.

* Check the website for manufacturing certification and audit history

* Read the other ingredients first

* Read the supplement facts panel last

* You say if you’re not going to do the prep work you shouldn’t take supplements, why?

Improving Your Mental Strength Part 3

Kip Watson continues her segment Improving Your Mental Strength.

* ‘Mental Strength’ – Can you remind us of the definition and the key factors involved?

* One of the biggest contributors to a lack of mental strength is that desire to be in control---really? You say giving up control makes us stronger and happier?

* I think people believe they can control another person’s happiness…would you say that’s people pleasing?

* Some of the most miserable and weak people don’t take risk because they are afraid…what does that lead to?

* One of the biggest time wasters is dwelling on the past…how can we make peace with the past and get stronger?

Functional Exercise

Daniel Tague talks about functional exercise and how to incorporate them into our workout routines.

1. What is functional exercise?

a. Exercise based on the body’s function relative to its designed structure

b. We must first understand its structure to know what its function is

c. The goal of the exercise must also match the actual potential adaptations to be functional. Pick the right exercise for the right purpose

d. We must also consider all external forces and any limits to movement supplied by the tools

2. How can people start learning about the bodies structure?

a. Pick up an anatomy apps or books

i. muscle premium human anatomy app

ii. muscle systems pro 3 app

iii. Atlas of Anatomy book

iiii. Trail Guide to the Body book

3. What are some functional exercises?

a. Posterior long

b. Squats

c. Isolated joint exercises that help strengthen the weak muscles, so they can fit back into the movement patterns we do each day

What Are Prebiotics?

Autumn Warren, creator of Ether Elixer talks about prebiotics and what they are.

1. What are prebiotics?

2. Why are prebiotics becoming so popular?

3. Are there any side effects?

4. How do they compare to probiotics?

What's Making Our Children Sick?

Dr. Michelle Perro, author of "What's Making Our Children Sick? How Industrial Food Is Causing an Epidemic of Chronic Illness, & What Parents & Doctors Can Do About It", talks about food, environment, & toxic chemicals.

Here are a few questions we ask Dr. Perro:

* Are genetic modification technologies actually increasing instead of decreasing the amount of toxic chemicals that are being used in crop production?

* Are the genetically engineered foods that are grown with these pesticides, and are now in plentiful supply, studied sufficiently enough to know whether or not they are themselves dangerous to humans, and particularly to children?

* Are the agrochemicals associated with GM food production actually toxic and if so how toxic (i.e., at what levels are they toxic)?

* Are we witnessing an epidemic of dangerous exposure to the very things that have been putatively used to ensure a safe and reliable food supply?

Differences in Lifting Between Men & Women

What does it mean to train like a girl? Will women get 'bulky' if they start lifting weights? Ron Incerta, co-owner and founder of Oakfit Dallas talks about the differences in lifting between men and women.

* Should men and women exercise differently?

* What is the myth behind 'bulking up'?

* Is there an ideal method someone should use for exercise?

Your Brain in a Meditative State!

Robin Perry Braun discusses what happens in our brain during a meditative state.

* What is meditation from a scientific point of view?

- Meditation occurs when we quiet our thoughts and focus on something specific like the space around us, God, higher vibrations, etc.

* How did they conduct experiments?

- This is the research of Dr Joe Dispenza. They taught meditation and then hooked EEG machines up to people in the group and measured brain waves. They also used other technology which scans the brain using color.

People normally operate in beta during the day. States of stress and fight or flight are high beta and the brain gets stuck and is not in a state of flow

Meditation helps bring the brain down to alpha and theta frequency states which are just above delta and indicate relaxation states. Many of the people experienced what would be evidenced as a synchronizing of the parts of the brain in states of meditation and some reached a gamma frequency which could be compared to altered states of bliss.

 

 

You Own a Pig?!

Allison Mears talks about what life is REALLY like when you add a mini pig to your family!

Home is where the heart-nosed snout is

* They are compassionate and affectionate animals that love to cuddle, lay with,

and spend quality time with their herd.

* Pigs are very discriminatory. If a pig bonds with you it is for a reason. They have

chosen you as a herd member.

 3 year olds with snouts.

* Like a 3 year old child, mini pigs require a great amount of your time and

attention. Especially as babies and juveniles.

* Pigs are smart and need a lot of enrichment or they can become destructive or

aggressive due to boredom.

* Much like children, they also need structure. Pigs need a leader of the heard to

enforce order.

*  Say goodbye to a perfect lawn! Pigs are foragers by nature and they use their snout to do so.

 Nothing is ever truly hidden. Nothing.

* A pig’s snout is an amazing tool. Pigs KNOW where you keep food. Not only can

they smell it, but they watch you open the cabinet door and watch you reach your

hand in there and pull out something yummy. As soon as the opportunity presents

itself, your pig will mock your actions and go to that cabinet, possibly the others too,

and try to mimic everything they saw you do.

Escape artists.

* Pigs are diggers and shovers. You are investing in heavy duty dog gates and

conducting weekly fence checks to make sure that your little ninja isn’t exploiting

weaknesses in your fence line.

Where can I find out more?

*  American Mini Pig Association

*  Mini Pig Info

Childhood Adversity Links to Cancer & Disease

As the medical community continues to progress we’re improving our ability to pick up trends which may lead to the chronic development of certain diseases. Recently, one trend that has surfaced is between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) and the development of chronic diseases. Shawn Wells answers these questions on the topic:

* What are Adverse Childhood Experiences?

* How do they affect the body and what are the long-term consequences?

* How do we move forward from here?

What are Prebiotics?!

We've talked about probiotics, but what about probiotics? What are prebiotics and do we need them? Autumn Warren, creator of Ether Elixir talks All Things Autumn