Thrive Bites

In this special episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with my lovely friend Dr. Khani Nguyen and in this two-part episode, we discuss what friendship means to us, her first plant-based experience, and how that all applies to our oral health! You don't want to miss this!

Dr. Khani Nguyen is a native of Monmouth County, New Jersey. She graduated from Rutgers University with high honors and a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences before attending Case Western Reserve School of Dentistry in Cleveland, Ohio where she earned a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree.

Since Dr. Khani has been practicing, she has become specialized through continuing education courses in advanced cosmetic dentistry, implant prosthesis, and hybrid dentures. She has also become an expert with the latest technologies including CEREC crowns, cone-beam computer technology, Invisalign, and implant restorations improving the results patients receive. She has a perfectionist mindset, is highly compassionate when it comes to patient care, and extremely sensitive to dental phobia.

Dr. Khani is an active member of the Seattle Study Club and the American Dental Association. She is also an associate board member of Casa de Monmouth where she volunteers with foster children. She currently resides on the Jersey Shore, where she enjoys playing beach volleyball with her husband, Bill. She is an active member of her church and volunteers regularly through various organizations in her community. In her free time, she enjoys art, theater, dance, traveling, and spending time with her family.

*This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Special offer for Thrive Bites listeners, get 10% off your first month at http://betterhelp.com/thechefdoc

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*Interview views are opinions of the individual. This podcast is not a source of medical or dental advice*

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In this exciting episode of Thrive Bites, I chat with NextGenChef Founder Justine Reichman about food entrepreneurship. We talk about the ins and outs of the food industry and what it means to collaborate with one another and elevating each other's food brand/business. Take a listen!

Progressive Thinker Justine Reichman, founder of NextGenChef, considers eating healthy a basic human right, “We are empowering the next generation of culinary innovators dedicated to regenerative practices and making nutritious food more affordable,” says Reichman, whose San Francisco-based platform supports socially-minded entrepreneurs with the resources they need to launch their businesses and begin creating greater access to quality food products. The expansive network offers real tools, including a directory of culinary mentors, help with research and development, and dynamic community events. Reichman adds, “We want to change the conversation so that people everywhere demand a better food system.”

Social Media Links:

Website:

https://www.justinereichman.com/ 

https://www.nextgenchef.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextgenchef/?hl=en

FB: https://www.facebook.com/NextGenChef/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nextgenchef/ 

*Interview views are opinions of the individual. This podcast is not a source of medical or dental advice*

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In this very interesting episode of Thrive Bites, I chat with Ron Pratt about what it means to be out-of-state with our physical bodies and our outlook on life. He shares with us his story about going from a corporate trainer to a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. He shares with us his gems for wellness! Take a listen!

Ronald Pratt understands first hand the impact of stress. After more than a decade working on Wall Street and in Corporate America, Ronald reached career burnout. Years of long hours and late nights had finally caught up with him. Unable to focus and lacking the energy to push forward, Ronald sought help from a number of resources and found a significant benefit from Acupuncture. Ronald got his career back on track. Inspired by how much his health improved, Ronald decided to study Acupuncture.

Now a Licensed Acupuncturist and Lifestyle Medicine expert focused on helping patients optimize wellbeing to combat pain, anxiety, and stress-related conditions, Ronald is Board Certified by the NCCAOM and holds a Master of Acupuncture degree. Additionally, Ronald has a Master of Arts in Counseling and wrote his Thesis on Emotional Intelligence. Prior Ronald worked in Corporate Training, developing and presenting curriculum on Leadership, Management, Sales, Product, and Personal Growth.

Having spoken on international stages and worked with hundreds of patients in private practice, Ronald has always been a champion for empowering individuals with their wellbeing - physical, mental, and emotional. Ronald’s background in Corporate Training combined with his Acupuncture practice uniquely qualifies him to help patients learn to optimize stress in aspects of life to reduce dis-ease, pain, and anxiety.

With extensive post-graduate training in Five Element Acupuncture, Meridian Balance Acupuncture, and Natural Functional Nutrition.  Ronald continues to grow and cultivate his practitioner skillset.  When not at work, Ronald enjoys connecting with nature, cycling, hiking, practicing yoga, exploring local parks with his dog, spending time with friends and family, cooking, and exploring the world through travel.

Social Media Links:

https://www.ronaldprattacu.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ronald-Pratt-Acupuncture-and-Chinese-Herbal-Medicine-236459953045797 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronald-pratt-l-ac-m-ac-m-a-671a69/ 

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*Interview views are opinions of the individual. This podcast is not a source of medical or dental advice*

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In this amazing episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with the fabulous Gauri Junnarkar who is an Ayurvedic nutritionist. We talk about the principles of Ayurveda and how to apply them to our modern life and daily routines. You don't want to miss this!

Gauri Junnarkar is a highly acclaimed Author, International Keynote speaker, Nutrition Ayurveda & wellness expert. She is the Founder, Director of ‘Ayurnutrition’, an integrative & Holistic wellness practice in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas combining the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda with modern nutrition. She has co-authored two books ' Ayurveda & Yoga: A Path to health and healing" and ‘A Primer on Ayurveda: A Practical Guide’, now published on Amazon. Gauri believes that the mind and body have a profound effect on each other. She loves to educate people in choosing the right foods according to Ayurveda & Nutrition nourish the body and create an inner and outer radiance that exuberate health and wellness. With 15+ years as a classically trained Vaidya (Ayurveda Practitioner) & 13+ years as a Registered/Licensed Dietitian, 10+ years as a Certified Diabetes Educator & Licensed Massage Therapist, Gauri has been guiding people in reducing stress levels to increase their energy levels with Ayurvedic Lifestyle and Ayurvedic Therapies. 

Social Media Links:

www.ayurnutrition.com

https://www.facebook.com/ayurnutrition

https://www.linkedin.com/company/ayurnutrition

https://www.instagram.com/ayurnutrition/

Amazon: Primer on Ayurveda: https://amzn.to/34nU6Bi

Ayurveda & Yoga: A Path to Health & Healing: https://amzn.to/35yfMKn

*Interview views are opinions of the individual. This podcast is not a source of medical or dental advice*

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In this exciting episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with Dr. Engee Ibe on intentional living, self-care, and discovering our why. She takes us on her own personal and professional and brings us her life lessons. You don't want to miss this!

Dr. Ibe is a board-certified internal medicine physician who serves as an assistant professor at the Baylor College of Medicine a role she enjoys so much as it allows her to work with residents. Her passion for Mind, Body, and Spiritual connection as it pertains to comprehensive healthcare, prevention, and healing led her to integrative medicine. She is currently a fellow at the Andrew Weil Integrative medicine program.

As an Internal Medicine /Integrative Medicine Physician, she is experienced in managing complex patients with multiple chronic diseases. She understands the multiple social, emotional, physical, and financial barriers often making comprehensive care difficult.

She is also a Physician life coach who enjoys working with high achieving women to help them get more self-aware and move from a reactive to a proactive life. Her role as both a physician and a life coach helps her create harmony in her career. 

When she is not caring for patients, working with her coaching clients, or volunteering at one of her medical mission.Dr. Ibe enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her husband and three kids. She is a member of many organizations including the American College of Physicians, Society of Hospital Medicine, and also the chair-lady of a non-profit organization focused on addressing the needs of widows in society.

Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/engee.ugorjiibe 

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Thanks to Himalaya for sponsoring this episode of the Thrive Bites podcast. Himalaya Ashwagandha designed to help your body better adapt to stress. Enjoy 20% off your first purchase of Himalaya Ashwagandha, use discount code “20CHEFDOC” when you checkout on Amazon. To learn more about Himalaya Ashwagandha and Ayurvedic Wellness visit Himalayausa.com

*Interview views are opinions of the individual. This podcast is not a source of medical or dental advice*

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In this exciting episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with Dr. Cate Collings, who is a cardiologist and the president-elect of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. We talk about the fundamentals of Lifestyle Medicine, building the perfect health team, and what is required to take back our collective health! Take a listen!

Dr. Catherine Collings is director of lifestyle medicine and president-elect of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. She is a member of El Camino Medical Associates and leads the Lifestyle Medicine practice for El Camino Health Primary Care offices.

Lifestyle medicine is a medical specialty combining some of the very best characteristics of traditional medicine with the life-changing impact of lifestyle behaviors on health outcomes and patient vitality. It uses specific evidence-based lifestyle changes to prevent or treat chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.

Dr. Collings has dual board certifications in lifestyle medicine and cardiology. She holds a graduate degree in exercise physiology, as well as culinary and wellness coaching certifications, and received her education from the University of California, Davis, University of Wisconsin, Madison, and Stanford University Medical Center.

She has been part of the El Camino Health community for 25 years as a respected clinical cardiologist and now focuses exclusively on lifestyle medicine consultations and directing all lifestyle medicine services. Her personal interests include active sports, cooking, and adventure travel with family and friends.

Social Media Links:

Website: https://www.elcaminohealth.org/doctors/catherine-collings 

https://lifestylemedicineconference.org/ 

*Interview views are opinions of the individual. This podcast is not a source of medical or dental advice*

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In this new episode of Thrive Bites, I chat with Chelsea who is a Lactation specialist and consultant about the essentials of breast-feeding, stigmas, and why it is vital for thriving and what we need to know for success! You don't want to miss this!

She is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and she works both in the hospital setting with brand new families, NICU babies, and returning patients to our Lactation Clinic. Chelsea also does private consulting for a nonprofit in Santa Monica, CA serving mostly underprivileged families, and is a co-owner of Orobaby; which is an online platform for lactation support through the telehealth platform. Chelsea supports families with natural infant feeding on pregnancy (with prenatal assessments and plan development) through weaning and everything in between.

Social Media Links:

https://www.orobaby.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/myorobaby/ 

FB: https://www.facebook.com/myorobaby/?modal=admin_todo_tour 

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7lWxpFqDLJ62igt6HAhffA 

*Interview views are opinions of the individual. This podcast is not a source of medical or dental advice*

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In this bonus book review, I review the book Everyday Resilience: A Practical Guide to Build Inner Strength and Weather Life's Challenges! Take a listen to hear about it 📚 !

Dr. Gail Gazelle is an Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School, certified mindfulness teacher, and survivor of childhood abuse, Dr. Gazelle knows resilience inside out and would love to help your listeners learn more about how to build theirs. As one of the leading physician coaches in this country, she has coached over 500 physicians and has been featured on such diverse media as Bloomberg Businessweek, Medical Economics, the Physician Leadership Journal, the New England Journal of Medicine, CNN, and ABC News. Her book, Everyday Resilience, comes out in August 2020. 

Social Media Links:

Website: https://www.gailgazelle.com/

*Interview views are opinions of the individual. This podcast is not a source of medical or dental advice*

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In this episode of Thrive Bites, I dove deep with Dr. Sharon Bergquist about the essence of Lifestyle Medicine and how she uses it to foster her practice and enhance the academic community of Emory's Lifestyle Medicine and Wellness and Executive Health program. Take a listen!

Dr. Sharon Horesh Bergquist is a Rollins Senior Distinguished Clinician and associate professor of medicine at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. She is a clinician, researcher, educator, and advocate in the fields of preventive medicine and healthy aging. She is the medical director of Emory’s Executive Health program and directs Emory Lifestyle Medicine and Wellness, which promotes a self-healing mind-body approach to medicine. Dr. Bergquist earned her Bachelor of Science from Yale University and a medical degree from Harvard Medical School. She completed her internship and residency at Harvard’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

Social Media Links:

Website: Emory Lifestyle Medicine & Wellness

https://www.emoryhealthcare.org/lifestyle-medicine-wellness/index.html

Podcast: The Whole Health Cure

https://thewholehealthcure.simplecast.com/

Twitter: @SHBergquistMD

Facebook: @drsharonbergquist

https://www.facebook.com/drsharonbergquist/

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Thanks to Himalaya Botanique for sponsoring this episode of the Thrive Bites podcast. Himalaya Botanique— the toothpaste that’s free from fluoride, SLS, and artificial colors and flavors, but bursting with foam and flavor! Enjoy 20% off your purchase of Himalaya toothpaste, using discount code “CHEFDOC20”  Amazon. To learn more about Himalaya Botanique and Ayurvedic wellness visit Himalayausa.com

*Interview views are opinions of the individual. This podcast is not a source of medical or dental advice*

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In this BONUS episode of Thrive Bites, I chat with Dr. Dyan on all things clinical and self-hypnosis and how it applies to sleep and much more! Listen to the END for the FREE GIFT 🎁 !!!

Dr. Dyan Haspel-Johnson, Ph.D., S.E.P., earned a BFA from Rhode Island School of Design followed by her Ph.D. in psychology with an emphasis on Health Psychology from Saybrook University.

She spent 8 years as the Vice President of Continuing Education Programs for the Southern California Society for Clinical Hypnosis and became President of that organization. She co-taught the year-long Clinical Hypnosis seminar at UCLA’s Department of Psychiatry.

Although she continues to speak on a broad range of topics to professionals, to the public, in podcasts and summits, sleep has become her particular area of expertise and has lead her to become a VIP contributor to Arianna Huffington’s wellness site, www.thriveglobal.com.

Dr. Dyan maintains licenses from both the California and Colorado Boards of Psychology, is a Consultant for the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis, Co-Founder of the Los Angeles Erickson Institute, as well as a member of the Society of Clinical & Experimental Hypnosis, American Psychological Association, Division of Hypnosis. She also holds a certificate as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner®.

Social Media Links:

www.selfhypnosisforhealingsleep.com/thrivebites

For more about Dr. Dyan, go to www.drdyan.com and follow her on Instagram for weekly sleep tips @drdyanhj

*Interview views are opinions of the individual. This podcast is not a source of medical advice*

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