Best Risa Morimoto Podcasts (2025)

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Heart Disease, Cancer, and Still Crushing It: How Nate Wilkins Transformed His Health at 55 and Is Thriving at 71 38:31

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What does it mean to age powerfully as a man? Meet Nate Wilkins—71 years young, fitness trainer, and living proof that your best years can absolutely be ahead of you. After a successful career in parks and recreation management, Nate faced a wake-up call at 55: weighing 230 pounds with heart issues. Instead of accepting decline, he completely trans…

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Beyond Feng Shui Mirrors and Crystals: How Your Home Reflects Your Soul's Journey and Energy 36:35

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Join Modern Aging host Risa Morimoto and feng shui expert SooJae Lee for an eye-opening conversation that will completely transform how you think about your living space. In this intimate home tour and deep dive, SooJae shares her journey from Portland to Korea and reveals why your home is actually your spiritual partner - an energetic match that r…

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Breaking the Aging Myth: How a 68-Year-Old Fitness Trainer with Two Hip Replacements is Revolutionizing Senior Wellness 42:19

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Join Risa as she sits down with Shebah Carfagna, a remarkable 68-year-old fitness trainer and co-creator of the Ageless Workout Method, who proves that age is just a number. Despite having two hip replacements and raising an autistic son as a single mother, Shebah has built a thriving career helping seniors discover that movement and exercise can t…

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Beyond the Pin Prick: Demystifying Acupuncture for Modern Wellness with Dr. Erica Ng 37:41

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Curious about acupuncture but intimidated by the needles? You're not alone! Join host Risa and licensed acupuncturist Dr. Erica Ng as they break down everything you need to know about Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture in this comprehensive, fear-busting conversation. What you'll discover: Why those tiny needles really don't hurt (and the…

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Why Your Bed Position Could Be Messing Up Your Life: A Feng Shui Expert's Guide to Better Energy at Home 39:40

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Cliff Tan, the Singapore-born architect who became a global feng shui sensation after his first TikTok video went viral. In this in-depth interview, Cliff shares his unique approach to feng shui that combines his architectural expertise with ancient Chinese wisdom. What You'll Learn: The difference betw…

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The Missing Piece in Every Beauty Routine (Hint: It's Not a Product) 50:37

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Acupuncturist and herbalist Angela Gray shares her fascinating journey from growing up with Traditional Chinese Medicine in Manhattan's Chinatown to co-founding YINA, a TCM-based beauty brand. In this in-depth conversation, Angela reveals how ancient Chinese medicine principles, astrology, and the five elements influence our health and beauty routi…

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Period or Perimenopausal Problems? How to Balance Your Hormones Naturally 42:18

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Lulu Ge, founder of Elix, as she shares her transformative journey from a high-stress corporate executive suffering from hormonal imbalances to creating the first personalized TCM platform for women's health. Discover how ancient Chinese medicine formulas helped her overcome severe period pain, migraines, …

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Beyond Talk Therapy: Creative Healing for Midlife 49:55

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Grace Chan, a marriage and family therapist who burned out twice before age 25, shares her unique approach to therapy that goes far beyond traditional talk therapy. In this conversation, she explores how creative arts therapy, brainspotting, and EMDR can help people in midlife navigate major transitions, heal from trauma, and reconnect with their a…

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Why You're Still Dehydrated (Even Though You Drink Water All Day) + Secrets to Real Hydration 34:55

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Join herbalist and acupuncturist Erin Masako Wilkins as she reveals the secrets of Traditional Chinese Medicine for everyday wellness. In this enlightening conversation, discover how simple kitchen herbs like goji berries, jujube dates, and fresh ginger can address common midlife concerns including low energy, poor sleep, digestive issues, and the …

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Face Reading & Facial Acupuncture: How TCM Reveals Your True Self with Acupuncturist Dr. Jen Ng 52:00

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Discover the fascinating world of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and facial acupuncture with Dr. Jen Ng, a licensed acupuncturist practicing in Pasadena. In this in-depth conversation, learn how ancient Chinese face reading techniques reveal your elemental personality type (wood, fire, earth, metal, or water) and how facial acupuncture goes far…

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Maintaining Strength, Balance and Power in Your Fifties 43:10

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Personal trainer Tina Tang, 54, focuses on strength and balance for women in their 50s and beyond, drawing from her untraditional path of starting lifting weights at 40 and becoming a trainer at 42. The interview highlights how perimenopause and menopause lead to physical changes like insomnia, irregular periods, hormone-related weight gain, mood s…

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Skincare Beauty and Holistic Wellness with TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) 36:18

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The interview with Ervina Wu, co-founder and CEO of Yina, a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) skincare and wellness brand, provides a deep dive into her personal and professional journey, emphasizing the holistic philosophy of TCM. Ervina shares how her experience as a cancer survivor showcased TCM's power in restoring her appetite and energy, tre…

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Allergies? Cramps? Sleep Issues? How These TCM Flower Teas Can Help 37:19

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This week's podcast episode is an insightful interview with Lisa Li, the founder of The Qi, a company dedicated to flower teas. Conducted in a serene New York City space, the discussion explores Lisa's personal health journey—from a challenging thyroid disease that was healed through Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to her subsequent decision to …

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Episode 107 - How Meredith Found Relief After 7 Years of Chronic Pain From PCS 40:16

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Are you suffering from chronic pain or anxiety? Living with chronic pain or anxiety can be debilitating. It can make even the simplest tasks seem overwhelming and exhausting. The constant pain that doesn't go away can prevent you from living your best life, rob you of joy and take away precious moments. If you're among the many who suffer from chro…

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Episode 106 - Achieve Optimal Health with Omega 3s and 6s with Udo Erasmus 37:47

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Omega 3s and 6s are crucial essential fatty acids that require utmost protection as they are the most sensitive of all our dietary nutrients. These oils contain natural compounds that have been proven to enhance the body's healing process, reduce inflammation, and improve overall health. They play a vital role in human nutrition and health. However…

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Episode 105 - The Power of Herbs as Medicine with Dr. Bill Rawls 36:27

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Nothing beats the complex protective phytochemistry of herbs when it comes to reducing chronic illnesses and slowing down the aging process. All plants have a defense system that consists of chemicals called phytochemicals, which help protect them from invaders and stressors. These same phytochemicals can neutralize free radicals, toxic substances,…

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Episode 104 - The Power of Energy Healing with Shelly Burton 42:11

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Let's talk about the weight we all carry. It doesn't matter who you are or where you come from, but we all have baggage that can take a toll on our mental and physical health as we age. Unchecked, this trauma can manifest itself physically in our bodies. But there is hope! Energy healing has the power to help us release this excess weight and recov…

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Episode 103 - Unlock the Secret to Healthy Aging with Cordyceps and Lion’s Mane Mushrooms - Nicole Pressly Wolf 16:37

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Mushrooms are a great superfood that we’re not talking about enough, especially when it comes to healthy aging. Aging doesn’t happen when you’re 65 and all of a sudden you’re old. It occurs gradually, and you have to start taking care of yourself now, and mushrooms will help you ease the process. All mushrooms have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, a…

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Episode 102 - Integrating Cold Bath, Breathwork, and Spirituality to Optimize your Health with Aditya Iyer 35:06

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Have you heard of the incredible health benefits of a cold shower or ice bath? Cold showers and ice baths are becoming increasingly popular as people look to improve their overall health and well-being. They offer a range of benefits, including boosting the immune system, improving circulation, reducing inflammation, relieving localized pain, and c…

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Episode 101 - How Men Can Grow Younger and Healthier as they Age with Nate Wilkins 21:17

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Men can't prevent the natural aging process, but they can take steps to age better. Practicing healthy habits like regular exercise, healthy eating, adequate sleep, and effective stress management is essential for keeping both physical and mental health. Additionally, men should be aware of the importance of hormonal balance in their bodies and tak…

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Episode 100 - Building A Meditation Practice with Ariel Garten 30:49

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We all understand that meditation is beneficial to our overall well-being, but it isn't always easy to do. Stress can have a damaging effect on our body and mind, but fortunately, we can reduce its impact through meditation. Although it can be challenging to start meditating, just like building any muscle in the body, consistent practice will help …

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Episode 99 - Unlock Your Inner Potential and Live the Life You Deserve with Udo Erasmus 41:08

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The world we live in can be chaotic and ever-changing, which can lead to us looking outward for answers to our life's meaning. However, the truth is that all the answers we need are inside us; whether it's for inspiration, healing, purpose or wisdom - our inner life is all we need. We are the experts of our own lives and must remember this when loo…

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Episode 98 - Unlock Your Mental Health with Ketamine-Assisted Therapy with Dr. Mai Shimada 30:35

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Chronic depression can have devastating effects on all aspects of an individual's life, including their sleep. While pharmaceutical medications are a popular option for treatment, they are not always suitable and can come with unwanted side effects. However, in recent years there has been a rise in evidence to support the use of Ketamine therapy to…

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Episode 97 - How To Avoid Erectile Dysfunction Naturally 30:53

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Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a problem that affects men of all ages and can be very embarrassing. Many men struggle with performance in bed and turn to supplements or other tips, but the promised results are often not achieved. The information available on ED can be confusing, making it harder for men to manage their sexual life. Poor sexual perfor…

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Episode 96 - How To Care For Aging Parents 23:02

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Caring for an aging parent can be a daunting task, especially when they have a chronic illness. It’s bad enough to watch someone you love suffer through sickness, but adding financial struggles to the mix can be traumatizing. The reality is that 70% of us are more likely to get sick before we die, so it's important to plan ahead and make sure that …

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Episode 95 - Protect Your Ears - Reduce Your Risk of Tinnitus and Hearing Loss with Dr. Ben Thompson 29:05

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Do you or someone you know suffer from Tinnitus, otherwise known as that annoying constant ringing in the ear? What about hearing loss? Hearing matters to all of us, and its loss can be devastating as it can change our quality of life. When we lose our hearing, we are more likely to detract from social engagement and communication. We also are more…

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Episode 94 - Unlock the Benefits of Mushrooms to Support Immune System and Healthy Aging with Nicole Pressly Wolf 24:13

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When we want to take proactive steps to maintain our health and well-being, medicinal mushrooms can be a part of an ideal solution. Not only are they free of the side effects common with pharmaceutical drugs, but when combined with medications, mushrooms can help strengthen your immune system and restore balance in your body. A balanced body is les…

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Episode 93 - Strength Training After 40 With Trainer Tina Tang 30:09

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Aging is a gradual process, and it can be hard to recognize the signs of aging for many people. To help combat this, strength training can be incredibly beneficial in boosting energy levels and improving work capacity. This can help maintain your physical strength and make everyday life easier too. Making mindful choices today can help ensure bette…

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Episode 92 - Fitness and Body Strength at 65 with Shebah Carfagna 32:00

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As we age, maintaining our health and fitness can be more challenging. Poor posture, sitting at a computer for long hours, and other lifestyle factors can lead to neck pain and sagging skin. Fortunately, some easy exercises can help alleviate these issues. These exercises can help strengthen neck muscles, improve flexibility, reduce pain and even f…

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Episode 91 - Healthy Aging and The Keys to Living a Full, Long Life 16:37

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Change is an inevitable part of life, and we have no control over it. Each decade that passes by adds to our life experiences and helps us evolve into who we are today. It is important to embrace change with open arms rather than look for its negatives. If we continue to accept change, good or bad, we will be better equipped to identify opportuniti…

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Episode 90 - Feeling Disconnected! Find Your Spiritual Awakening with Christina Lopes 41:39

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If you feel like there's something more to life than what you are currently experiencing, it could be a sign of a spiritual awakening. You don't have to wait for anything negative or traumatic to happen in order to have an awakening - it can actually be spontaneous and freeing when achieved without any external influence. To experience this kind of…

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Episode 89 - Unlock the Power of Joy and Enhance Your Life with Ivana Tagliamonte 30:08

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Gratitude is key to success in both work and life. Though it may seem hard to be grateful when times are tough, we can train our brains to find joy and gratitude in every situation. Today on the show, we have a motivational speaker who will delve deeper into this idea and explore how important gratitude really is. The joy and happiness you feel can…

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Episode 88 - Holistic Approach to Living Healthier and Longer With Gary Kaplan 44:44

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People are living longer lives, yet the quality of life is decreasing. Average lifespans are rising, but chronic diseases and illnesses are appearing earlier and in more cases than ever before. In addition, our quality of life is also suffering due to many conditions like obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure. So, what can we do? Why are we ge…

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Episode 87 - Why Your Health Starts with Magnesium - Kristen Bowen 47:27

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How are your magnesium levels? Probably, not that great. The truth is most of us do not have optimal magnesium levels, and that is where most of our diseases stem from. The immune system is one of the most important systems in your body to fight and prevent diseases. However, a strong immune system depends on a high vitamin D level, which is made a…

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Episode 86 - How to Take Better Care of Our Health and Our Heart With Dr. Raj Anand 14:02

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It is no secret that healthy diets give you the energy to perform tasks and increase your lifespan, while unhealthy foods cause inflammatory diseases and drain your pockets with medications and surgeries. A healthy lifestyle indeed starts in the kitchen, but what should you not buy when in the supermarket? Which foods should be your priorities when…

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Episode 85 - How to Relieve your Pain in the Neck, Shoulders, and Hip Flexors with Physical Therapist Christine Koth 37:59

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Muscle tightness is common for most people. Prolonged muscle tightness can cause other problems which can affect your activities of daily living like walking, getting up and down from a chair or the toilet. Staring at the computer for hours on end can cause tight neck and shoulder muscles. With pain comes inflammation, and chronic inflammation can …

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Episode 84 - How to Reduce Your Pain and Slow Down the Signs of Aging with Chris Kidawski 37:17

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Episode Summary - Aging is a natural process that happens to all of us. Sometimes it can be a slow and gradual process, but sometimes it can be quick and take away many of the things you once loved. One way to slow down the signs of aging is through physical activity, which will aid in improving your overall health. By moving more, you will reduce …

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Episode 83 - Everything You Need to Know Before You Move to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico with Michelle Wedderburn 38:09

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In today's world, it's easy to believe that we live in a global village. But no matter how technologically connected we are, the truth is that most people in the world have never left their country. In order to be a global citizen with an understanding of other cultures and the value of diversity, it is important to explore and experience other cul…

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Episode 82 - Preconstruction And Resale with Taniel Chemsian 29:31

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Investing in preconstruction and resale properties is risky no matter where you go, but understanding how it works, getting the right information, knowing the red flags to look for, and doing your due diligence to make sure you make the right decision is key. Presale development contracts are different from resale contracts. In most development, pr…

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Episode 81 - How To Shed Resistance and Lose Weight Effortlessly with Camille Martin 20:16

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Losing weight is an ever-ending battle for so many people, and it often feels like a constant sacrifice that is never enough. Eating restrictions creates resistance and food disorders that end up not feeding and nourishing your body and soul. Living in a "filter bubble" and a culture that focuses on body image rather than nourishment and care has m…

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Episode 80 - Significance of Dreaming of The Dead with Dr. Joshua Black 34:18

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What does it mean when you dream of a deceased loved one? Grief dreams evolve in many ways to help you deal with your grief and loss. Grief dreams can provide you with comfort, hope, and even answers to questions you may have. Grief dreams are unique and don’t end when you have stopped grieving. They can pop up at random moments in life, but can he…

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Episode 79 - How To Move and Stretch For Optimal Health with Holly Robison 38:25

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We all know we need to exercise but how critical is stretching? Stretching can be a game changer for many of us, but we need to do it almost daily to benefit. There are many movements and stretches that you can incorporate into your daily routine to maintain your strength, improve your stability, reduce pain, maintain joint flexibility and improve …

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Episode 78 - The Benefits Of Hydrogen On Health And Performance with Alex Tarnava 38:26

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Did you know that hydrogen-rich water (hrw) can protect your body? It can help you improve sleep, overall health, and recovery from muscle soreness. Hydrogen has a regulatory role in our cells. In fact, our mitochondria evolve from a hydrogen-dependent organelle, and every cell in our bodies has a base level of hydrogen gas in it. That is not all; …

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Episode 77 - Ayurvedic Approach to Immunity and Immune Health with Dr. Bhaswati Bhattacharya 44:14

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If modern medicine is not working for you, what do you do? Ayurveda, India’s 5,000 year old holistic healing medical system, is a great alternative and can help you alleviate illnesse that are difficult to treat using modern medicine. Ayurvedic treatment protocol might seem primitive, but it is amazing how it can resurrect the immune system and eli…

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Episode 76 - CBDA vs. CBD - Why CBDA Is More Effective And Efficient For Pain Relief With Stacy Cason 28:11

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Cannabis and CBD has been quite the game changer for millions of people who are chronic sufferers. But have you heard of CBDA? CBDA is the compound before it's extracted to become CBD. CBDA potentially has higher effectiveness and can be more efficient than CBD at activating the serotonin receptor, which reduces anxiety and nausea. CBDA is effectiv…

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Episode 75 - How Cannabis and CBD Helps Women Over 40 Get Their Sexy Back with Dr. June Chin and Elana Frankel 16:54

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How is your sex drive? Just because you are over 40, does it means no more sex? Definitely not, just because you are getting older does not mean that you have to say goodbye to sex. In fact, sex not only helps us with pleasure and getting shots of dopamine, but it also has some impactful health benefits both for our mind and body. And this has noth…

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Episode 74 - How to Obtain a Mexican Visa and Residency with Dr. Gabrielle Smith 34:21

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Have you been scouring the Internet to find out what you really need to do to get a temporary visa to live in Mexico, or maybe you want to fast-track your permanent residency? When you search online, tons of information is available but are they reliable? Moreover, with so many pieces of information available, it can become overwhelming, and you do…

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Episode 73 - How Cannabis and CBD can Help you Improve Your Sleep Issues With Dr. June Chin and Elana Frankel 26:06

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Many people take lack of sleep as a normal disorder, but they don't know the causes and how to cure it. Insomnia is persistent, and an absence of sleep can lead to severe mental and physical ailments. Many have opted for different methods to help them curb their lack of sleep, like the use of alcohol. But did you know Cannabis or CBD is the best op…

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Episode 72 - Why Puerto Vallarta is a great place to retire in 2022 with Taniel Chemsian 33:20

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When we start to think about retirement, many people dream of moving to another city, town, or even a different country. Perhaps they had always dreamed of moving abroad, but their job kept them from doing so. For many North Americans, Mexico is an ideal place to retire. It has year-round warm weather, close proximity to the U.S. and Canada, lower …

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071. Creating Mindfulness in Uncertain Times: Presence 44:39

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In the final segment of our 6 part series on Creating Mindfulness in Uncertain Times, mindfulness teacher and emotional intelligence expert Michelle Maldonado guides us through managing the present and preparing for the future with emotional intelligence. She discusses what it means to be fully present—paying attention to what’s present in the mind…