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Millions of people across the world struggle with weight management. The statistics around obesity and weight gain are staggering, especially right now. 47% of women and 55% of men reported weight gain at the start of lock down. The number of states reporting obesity at 35% or higher doubled at the beginning of the pandemic. Now, our wellness routines look very different than they did before this started.

Much of the difficulty in weight management for everyone is rooted in psychology – our mindset, our habits, and body positivity. Research has shown that getting our mindset right is one of the most significant factors in long-term implementation and maintenance of healthy habits. A positive mindset leads to improved adoption and adherence of microshifts in our daily life that dramatically impact weight.

Microshifts in our daily routine improve factors like sleep, mood and stress that have a cyclic effect on our weight management journey. These gentle nudges reduce the risk of chronic disease and complications from conditions like diabetes, hypertension and heart disease. New evidence now shows that we can even age in reverse with these simple behavior changes. When you successfully establish routines that work for you rather than against you, the nuances of utilizing macro and micronutrition alongside exercise and stress management seem much more attainable.

Dr. Lisa Davis is a Hopkins trained nutritionist in the field of obesity neuroscience. She's an internationally recognized expert in weight management whose work has reached millions across the world including celebrities and high-profile executives. She's a certified nutrition specialist and physician's assistant with extensive experience in clinical medicine and research, focusing on obesity and obesity related comorbidities. She has served as the Vice President of Scientific and Clinical Affairs at MediFast, Chief Nutrition Officer at Terra's Kitchen, and consultant for many nutrition-based startups.

Lisa is here today to bring YOU expert knowledge from her incredibly successful nutrition career so that you can begin to understand the psychology of behavior change AND how small, healthy habits can lead to success on your weight management journey.

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What we do know is that there are many nuances. It is not a panacea, but there seem to be positive benefits if applied appropriately in the right conditions. Cannabis has been used in medicine for thousands of years, but to more fully understand the plant's complexities, more clinical studies are necessary.

Pain management, sleep, anxiety, mood, nausea, skin conditions, women's health, and neurological conditions are just some of the areas where research is pointing. Combining the different cannabinoids (CBD, THC, CBD, CBN, and more) with a diverse array of terpenes and flavonoids, allows for a personalized approach to capture the beneficial effects. However, the dosage and route of delivery must be optimized to the individual's condition.

Dr. Mikhail (Misha) Kogan MD, an expert in integrative and functional medicine, is leading the professional discussion in the field of medical cannabis. He serves as the medical director of the George Washington University Center for Integrative Medicine, Associate Professor of Medicine George Washington University, the founder and executive director of the AIM Health Institute and a founding board member of the American Board of Integrative Medicine.

Dr. Kogan has recommended medical marijuana to thousands of patients and frequently lectures to professional audiences across the world on medical cannabis. And he's here today so YOU can begin to understand what the data currently shows on medical cannabis and to chat about his new book Medical Marijuana: Dr. Kogan's Evidence-based Guide to the Health Benefits of Cannabis and CBD.

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Colleen Wachob is Co-Founder and Co-CEO at mindbodygreen. She graduated from Stanford University with degrees in international relations and Spanish, and spent 10 years working at Fortune 500 companies including Gap, Walmart, and Amazon. Wachob lives in Brooklyn, New York, with her husband, mbg Founder and Co-CEO Jason Wachob and their two daughters, Ellie and Grace. On todays show, we discuss living a wellness integrated life and how to incorporate healthy foods and habits in todays modern and busy lifestyle.

An award-winning nutrition expert, Ashley helps lead the national conversation on better nutrition as a speaker, author, media and industry expert. On todays episode, we discuss her evolution as a nutritionist and shares her approach on personalizing your nutrition, healthy eating and living well. We also do a rapid fire Q&A on some of the most pressing questions on women's health and nutrition.

Christiana Serle, named a Top 10 Health Promotion Professional by the Wellness Council of America, is a mindfulness practitioner dedicated to helping you improve your health by being present for your life. A Vanderbilt and University of California San Diego School of Medicine trained athlete, Christiana is bringing her background in Public Health and Mindfulness straight to your phone where she shares easy tips you can implement with your teams at home, at work and in your community.

Dr. Michael Middleton is a highly sought after Pediatrician and founder of Middleton Pediatrics, receiving a biology degree from Samford University and then attending the Medical College of Georgia. After receiving his Doctorate of Medicine in 1998, he completed a pediatric residency at the University of Florida, followed by an additional year on the faculty of the Pediatrics Department as Chief Resident.

On todays episode, we dive into what parents can do to provide a strong foundation of strong connections within and outside of the home. How we can help children to develop emotional strategies to help them navigate various situations, especially when things are outside of their control. And why modeling that behavior for them is so important.

J. Matthew Knight, MD, is a nationally recognized, board-certified dermatologist who specializes in skin cancer, laser surgery, and cosmetic dermatology. He is the founder of Knight Dermatology Institute, which has locations in Lake Mary and Orlando, Florida.

On todays episode, Matt discusses the advancements in Dermatology and the best practices to keep your skin looking healthy and young. He also debunks myths around skin health and gives insight into the best products to protect your skin and the advancements in Dermatology.

LISA GABLE is recognized worldwide as a turnaround mastermind. As CEO of several organizations, and as a former Presidential appointee, US Ambassador, UN Delegate, and advisor to Fortune 500 companies, Lisa has orchestrated and executed the successful turnarounds of well-known private and public organizations in all industries and sectors. She is highly regarded in business, political, and philanthropic circles for her ability to tackle difficult issues directly and with discipline and diplomacy. Over the years, Lisa's proven turnaround methods have helped her move organizations to higher levels of performance by creating sustainable partnerships and profitable business models that have brought together political parties, corporate competitors, and even disparate nations. She is currently the CEO of FARE, the world's largest funder of food allergy research. Prior to leading FARE, she was a senior advisor at PepsiCo and President of the Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation where she worked on cross-sector solutions to improve intractable public health issues. Her first book, Turnaround – How to Change Course When Things Are Going South is available beginning October 5th.

In this episode, Lisa and I chat about her work across three seemingly different worlds: government, industry and Silicon Valley, and nonprofit and how she bridged the polarized and deep gap of these divided worlds to tackle one of the greatest public health burdens of all time and achieve success in just a few short years, ahead of schedule.

You will learn about…

• Lisa's background in government as a US Ambassador, UN Ambassador and appointee to two US Presidents and how she learned to turn around any situation

• How she tackled the obesity epidemic by removing 6.4 trillion calories from the food supply in a public-private partnership with 300 retailers, food and beverage manufacturers, restaurants, and professional sports organizations, including companies like PepsiCo.

• Why she believes mentors are so important in building your career path and supporting others to do the same

• Why she wrote Turnaround: How to Change Course When Things are Going South which launched this week, available on Amazon now

• Why her turnaround method – that has been applied in settings all over the world – will apply not only to YOUR business, but in social settings and in your home

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C.J. Hobgood is a World Championship surfer and is also well known for his big wave surfing achievements. C.J. was also the Association Surfer Professionals Rookie of the Year in 1999. In 2001, he won the WSL World Championship. On todays show, we discuss the champion mindset, overcoming fears, and how to be the best you can be in any situation. C.J. is joined by his wife, Courtney, who shares her experiences with C.J. and their personal triumph and tribulations.

Lisa Ray, Doctor of Physical Therapy, is here today to talk all the things Postnatal Physical Therapy. Join us as Lisa sifts through the noise to bring you only expert guidance on how to approach recovery after delivering and how to treat pain naturally. Lisa graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from Central Michigan University where she received a full academic scholarship through the Centralis Scholar Honors program. She received her Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Central Michigan University where she graduated with Honors.

After many years of clinical experience, Lisa completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree through Florida Gulf Coast University. Lisa has over 20 years of experience in fitness, health, and rehabilitation. Her clinical experience includes women's health, orthopedic, post-surgical, neurological, and vestibular rehabilitation and she has worked with patients of all ages and abilities, from sports therapy to geriatric rehabilitation.

As an APTA certified clinical instructor, Lisa has mentored many students from physical therapy schools around the country. She has owned and operated a boutique Fitness studio, and worked as a fitness instructor at the White House Athletic Center in Washington, D.C. She has also worked as a spokesperson for major fitness and nutrition companies and has been featured in publications such as Muscle & Fitness, Fitness Rx, and Oxygen magazines.

In her clinical practice, Lisa provides high quality care that utilizes manual therapy and therapeutic exercise along with patient education and improving biomechanics and posture in order to facilitate her patients' return to function.

Lisa is a huge sports fan and enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, being outdoors, and attending concerts.