Wellbeing (Audio)

Rob Knight, PhD, Professor of Pediatrics at the UC San Diego School of Medicine warns against the consumption of artificially colored foods. Knight promotes the genetic benefits of eating brightly colored natural foods. Series: "The UC Wellbeing Channel " [Show ID: 32487]

Medical oncologist Daniel Vicario, co-founder of the San Diego Cancer Center, talks about his pioneering research in integrating Western medicine with ancient healing techniques as he develops comprehensive treatment plans for his patients. In this conversation with Paul J. Mills of UC San Diego, Dr. Vicario gives examples of treatments that have led to a decrease in symptoms, fewer doctor visits and a higher quality of life for those who are responsive to holistic cancer care.

Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32223]

Veteran labor activist Dolores Huerta joins food journalist Rose Hayden-Smith and others for an animated discussion on why food insecurity still exists in many communities and what is being done to increase access to healthy, organic food. Farmers, healthcare providers and urban planners bring their insights to this conversation as they share stories of connecting people with the food they need to thrive. This program is the fifth in a Future Thought Leaders series on food sustainability presented by the Berry Good Food Foundation. Convened by BGFF Founder Michelle Ciccarelli Lerach, speakers include Daron “Farmer D” Joffe of Coastal Roots Farm, Dave Murphy of Food Democracy Now!, Paul Watson of the Global Action Research Center, Fernando Sañudo of the Vista Community Clinic and Jillian Barber of Sharp HealthCare.

Series: "Wellbeing " [Public Affairs] [Science] [Agriculture] [Show ID: 31996]

Neurobiologist Dave Schubert, a Professor at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies who built his career discovering drug treatments for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases, warns of potentially harmful health effects of the herbicides that are sprayed on genetically modified (GM) foods. In this conversation with Paul J. Mills of UC San Diego, Dr. Schubert details his concerns about glyphosate, a suspected carcinogen contained in the popular weedkiller Roundup that is sprayed on GM corn and GM soy, as well as on non-GM plants including wheat. He also dispels what he describes as six myths about the value of genetically modified foods, including that they increase yield and are less damaging to the environment than organic products.    Series: "Wellbeing " [Public Affairs] [Health and Medicine] [Agriculture] [Show ID: 32042]

Rob Knight explores the unseen microbial world that exists literally right under our noses -- and everywhere else on (and in) our bodies. He discusses the important influence the microbiome may have on the aging process and many end-of-life diseases. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31371]

J. Craig Venter, founder, chair and CEO of the J. Craig Venter Institute and co-founder of two private genomics companies, recounts his breakthroughs in genome sequencing and shares new research on fighting cancer tumors with personalized vaccines. Venter is presented by the Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute at UC San Diego. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 31734]

Rupert Spira, author of “The Transparency of Things,” speaks here with Paul J. Mills of UC San Diego about the concept of non-duality, or advaita. They explore the idea that there is no separation between the self and the universe -- and how understanding this basic truth will lead to greater wellbeing. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31551]

The Sages & Scientists Symposium presents a panel of experts led by Poonacha Machaiah, co-founder of Jiyo, in a discussion on how technology can improve wellness. Machaiah appears as a HumaGram, demonstratiing a new technology for participating in live events from remote locations. Other guests include James Mault, MD of Qualcomm Life, Paddy Barrett of Scripps Translational Science Institute, Paul Duffy of ARHT Media, Moira Burke of Facebook, Simon Leung of NetDragon, Sridhar Solur of Comcast, Rick Stollmeyer of Mindbody , Upasana Kamineni Konidela of Apollo Life, entrepreneur Jeffery Martin and Deepak Chopra, MD, of the Chopra Center and UC San Diego School of Medicine.

Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Business] [Show ID: 31529]

In the fourth installment of the Future Thought Leaders series, nationally prominent chefs, fishermen, academics, and activists call on consumers to choose local species of fish when possible to protect the long-term vitality of harvested seafood and the well-being of the oceans. This series was presented by the Berry Good Food Foundation. Series: "Climate Solutions " [Public Affairs] [Science] [Agriculture] [Show ID: 30713]

Dr. Paul Ekman speaks with the Dalai Lama about the importance of a calm mind. Dr. Eve Ekman has been collaborating with her father, Dr. Paul Ekman, and the Dalai Lama on their “Atlas of Emotions” project, based on a survey of 248 leading emotion researchers. Series: "Integrative Medicine Today" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31754]