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In this episode we discuss Kaizen a Japanese philosophy of continuous improvement, emphasizes small, consistent changes for personal growth.  Applying Kaizen to self-help involves starting with manageable steps, like adding vegetables to meals or walking for two minutes daily, to build momentum and achieve long-term transformation.  By focusing on progress, not perfection, Kaizen makes self-improvement accessible and sustainable for everyone.

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Dr. Tom Rountree is a board certified Family Doctor who also practices Lifestyle Medicine.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have, and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.

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THE FIRST PAPER REVIEW ON THE PODCAST!

Today we're discussing a paper that looks at the use of mindfulness based stress reduction to improve insomnia, anxiety, and depression in patients. Here is the link to "Effects of mindfulness-based stress reduction on sleep quality and mental health for insomnia patients: A meta-analysis".

Key Takeaway

MBSR can significantly improve anxiety, depression, and insomnia.

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In this episode, we go over the Top 10, and MORE, healthy holiday gifts.

Learn about gifts for each of the Pillars of Health:

1. Tasty Nutrition
2. Enjoyable Exercise
3. Restorative Sleep
4. Social Connection
5. Stress Management
6. Avoidance of Toxins

Dr. Tom Rountree is a board certified family medicine doctor who owns and runs Clear Health Medical, a direct primary care clinic, in Clinton Township MI.

Instagram / TikTok: @dr.tom.rountree

Disclaimer: This podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have, and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.

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Summary

In this episode, we cover tips and tricks while dining out to maintain your goal of healthy eating. we cover how to choose well from the menu, use substitutions, facing dessert, decisions, and how even salads can be an unhealthy choice. 

Key Takeaways

You can split meals to save calories and money.
Substituting unhealthy sides with fruits or vegetables is beneficial.
Avoiding alcoholic drinks can significantly reduce calorie intake.
Ordering from the kids menu can provide smaller portions.
Sharing desserts can satisfy cravings without overindulging.
Skipping bread at the start can save unnecessary calories.
Asking for the healthiest menu options can guide better choices.
Requesting salad dressing on the side helps control calorie intake.
Trying new foods can enhance your dining experience.
Maintaining a mind-body connection is crucial for mindful eating.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dining Out Strategies
01:54 Portion Control and Sharing Meals
04:46 Healthy Substitutions and Smart Choices
09:02 Mindful Eating and Dessert Decisions
12:05 Exploring New Flavors and Mind-Body Connection

Today we go over how to recognize and manage the forces against weightless.

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: Weight Loss Motivation and Mindfulness

01:01 Motivation: Health and Happiness

02:29 Writing Down Your Weight Loss Why's and How's

03:56 The Role of Mindfulness and Counseling

06:20 Recognizing and Managing Forces Against Weight Loss

18:18 Different Approaches for Different Levels of Knowledge

Dr. Denning's Clinic: https://www.restorativespineandpain.org

Dr. Denning is originally from Chicago, Illinois. He attended Purdue University where he received his Bachelors degree in Biomechanics. He then attended Sherman College in South Carolina where he received his doctorate in 2000. He has been practicing in the field of rehabilitative and physical medicine for over 23 years, caring for patients from world class athletes to weekend warriors.

Dr. Denning received his fellowship in manipulation under anesthesia and has been a leader in the growth and practice of this amazing procedure. He has served as Chief of Staff of Chiropractic in a large hospital group, and is a welcome addition to our staff. Sports have been a major part of Dr. Dennings career and lifestyle. He served 5 years as the team chiropractor for the Flint Firebirds of the OHL treating talented players, many of which are in the NHL today. Dr. Denning is currently involved in research of regenerative medicine therapies and the benefits to our patients.

Dr. Denning is married, and has four boys. He enjoys spending time with his family, tropical vacations, and is currently on a quest to visit every major league baseball park. ​

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
03:27 Education and Passion for Teaching
07:05 Chiropractic School and Opening a Practice
13:42 Manipulation Under Anesthesia (MUA)
18:34 Innovative Treatments: Stem Wave Regenerative Therapy
24:19 Telehealth Consultations with the McKenzie Method
25:53 The Shift to Cash-Based Chiropractic Practices
36:07 The Importance of Transparency in Healthcare
37:33 Promoting the Value of Chiropractic Care
46:23 The Role of Nutrition in Overall Health
53:09 The Need for Change in Hospital Food

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Moments, a Course on Decreasing Stress

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Podcast Summary

In this conversation, we discuss the concept of mindfulness and its benefits. Mindfulness is moment-to-moment non-judgmental awareness and aims to widen the gap between perception and reaction. We explore the seven attitudes of mindfulness, including beginner's mind, non-judging, acceptance, letting go, trust, patience, gratitude, and generosity. We also cover importance of paying attention to the present moment and using intentional breathing to start a transformative process. Mindfulness has shown to benefit many medical problems including anxiety, depression, ptsd, weight gain, diabetes, and even the big one: cardiovascular disease.

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Virtuous Benefits: https://virtuousbenefits.care

There comes a tired when you’re just tired of it all. The lies, the deception, the mistreatment, and most of all the lack of humanity in healthcare. In todays world a business owner and employee now have a similar question. How do my healthcare costs keep going up, why is it so expensive, and worthless in the first place? I sat down with Neer Patel and Angel Saucedo of Virtuous benefits to discuss this exact question. Their solution has far reaching implications on the financial state of employer and employee’s wallets.

Neer used to be an engineer like me but now spends his time unraveling and providing simple straightforward insurance solutions. Neer helped grow his wifes, Dr. Katriny Ikbal’s, direct primary care practice called DirectMed DPC throughout Central Texas over the past 9 years. These types of practices shield patients from the broken healthcare system.

Angel Saucedo has been a health insurance advisor for over 15 years. He has worked for agencies of all sizes from startups to publicly traded companies. As a published author he has always seen the value in constantly learning and finding creative solutions for his clients. Currently he is the Senior Partner at Virtuous Benefits, an insurance agency that incorporates DPC memberships into ACA compliant health plans that do not have any network restrictions.

Virtuous Benefits has successfully helped many companies of all sizes across the country lower the cost of their health insurance by focusing employee education around DPC and Open Access health plans which have no network restrictions. Virtuous Benefits is truly a full service agency that helps employers of all sizes across the country successfully implement ACA compliant healthcare insurance plans that are affordable, transparent and that provide employees and their families with the best quality DPC care they’ve ever At the same time eliminating their out of pocket costs and reducing the employers health plan costs year over year, sometimes in the millions of dollars.

If I said this was truly groundbreaking, it would be an understatement.

DISCLAIMER

Disclaimer The Clear Health Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.

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Jujitsu is a form of grappling that originated in Japan and was brought to Brazil and America by the Gracie family. It is highly effective in combat and has been adopted by various military and special forces. Healthcare workers can benefit from learning jujitsu as it improves cardiovascular health, muscular strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination, and balance. It also reduces stress, anxiety, and depression, promotes mental discipline, problem-solving, and resilience, and enhances mindfulness and body awareness. Jujitsu provides self-defense skills that can be used to protect oneself and others in healthcare settings.

Chapters

00:00 The Origins and Effectiveness of Jujitsu

02:00 Benefits of Jujitsu for Healthcare Workers

09:51 Self-Defense Skills and Applications in Healthcare Settings

15:55 Promoting Jujitsu Training for Healthcare Workers

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My Clinic: https://www.clearhealthmedical.com Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common condition that affects around 12 million men in the US, with the risk increasing with age. Male sexual function requires the interaction of vascular, neurologic, hormonal, and psychological systems. ED can be caused by problems in any of these areas. It is important for healthcare providers to approach ED without judgment and to focus on coaching and understanding the patient's needs. ED is linked to multiple other diseases, especially cardiovascular ones, that should be asked about during the visit. Social Media Connections Instagram Facebook YouTube YOU SHOULD CONSULT WITH YOUR DOCTOR FIRST BEFORE PURSUING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH The Clear Health Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.