EASE OS™ with Dr. Connie Cheung

Stress has profound impacts on our self-confidence. But why does this occur? At the heart of this lies our "monkey brain" – a primal part of our cognitive function that's wired for survival and riddled with anxiety. When under stress, our brain instinctively triggers the 'fight or flight' response, which redirects oxygen and energy to our limbs, preparing us for quick action. While this may have b...

In today's episode of The Mind Your Health Podcast, I am getting into a topic that affects us every second of every day: breathing. We breathe in; we breathe out. But... have you ever stopped to consider the physiological effects that breathing has on our bodies, especially when it comes to stress? Breath is power. It's not just the process of taking in oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide. Breathi...

Symptoms like persistent fatigue, mood swings, sleep irregularities, and even digestive troubles are what we can define as adrenal fatigue… sound familiar? Adrenal fatigue is a term that's gained momentum in the functional medicine space, but what does it really mean for our day-to-day existence?  At the core of our body's stress response lies the adrenal glands. When persistently taxed, they can...

In today's episode, we are tying in two important previous episodes together (linked below) to understand just how CHAKRAS, HORMONES and YOGA connect. In the complex network of our bodies, every cell plays a role, and each function has its importance.  Chakras are like energy hubs located along our spine, helping us understand our overall well-being. Each chakra, from our lower back up to the top...

Today, we're diving deep into the idea that real-world experience often outweighs any formal certificate hanging on your wall. It's not just about what you know, but how you apply that knowledge in tangible ways. Knowledge, in its purest form, is what fills textbooks and lectures, and is often seen as the foundation of education. However, having knowledge doesn't necessarily mean you can use it ef...

Our subconscious mind is like a massive storage room for all the things we've been through, how we feel, what worries us, our habits and everything that makes us think. It's a complex space that impacts our daily lives, changing the way we see and engage with everything and everyone around us. Changing our subconscious patterns can seem unimaginable… But this is the ONLY way to change our habits a...

Our subconscious mind plays a significant role in our daily decision-making process. It encompasses thoughts, beliefs, and emotions that operate beneath the surface of our conscious awareness. While we may not always be fully aware of its influence, it profoundly impacts our actions and choices. Past experiences, conditioning, and memories stored in the subconscious shape our perceptions and respo...

When we think of Yoga, we find ourselves thinking about the workout, maybe even the serenity it gave us for an hour or so. There is so much more that Yoga can offer. Yoga benefits our body and mind in many ways that we might not even realize what's happening inside of our body when we practice. There is a deep connection between our physiology, nervous system and mind that is heavily influenced by...

Have you ever experienced the frustration of being caught in a never-ending loop when it comes to your health? As a health professional and patient myself, I have also experienced confusion and disappointment when it came to my health issues. Today, I share my personal experiences from both sides of the healthcare system and discuss why there are fundamental problems with how care is provided and...

This episode of the Mind Your Health Show is Part 2 of a two part series! If you haven't yet listened to Part 1, click here to listen now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ij4BoIRtxaQ In Part 1, we integrated Eastern and Western Medicine philosophies by exploring the relationship between our hormones and our chakras. In this episode, we will dive deeper into the causes of blocked chakras, which res...

This episode of the Mind Your Health Show is Part 1 of a two part series! The aim of Functional Yoga Medicine™ is to integrate the best practices of Eastern and Western Medicine to provide you with a complete and holistic approach to your healing so that you can effectively get rid of unwanted symptoms. Hormones are chemical messengers in the body that communicate with one another and command our...

Most of my patients come to me with mysterious symptoms that their doctors just can't seem to figure out. Despite their normal lab results, many of them struggle with chronic fatigue, aches and pains, digestive discomfort issues, weight gain, and sleep problems on a daily basis. They start to question what's wrong with them, as their doctors can't do much other than prescribe medications. They try...

In the last episode of the Mind Your Health Podcast, Dr. Connie discussed the importance of mindfulness and awareness when it comes to eating for gut healing. If you haven't listened to last week's episode yet, you can listen by clicking here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-311-why-following-somebody-elses-diet-plan-will/id1297924924?i=1000616939894 Meditation is an excellent way to cult...

When it comes to diet and nutrition, we are conditioned to look to everyone else for answers, believing somebody other than ourselves holds the key to our health. This includes our doctors, a dietitian, the internet/social media, or even a close friend or family member who had success with a particular diet.   The truth is that we cannot change that which we're not aware of. And continuing to look...

This episode of the Mind Your Health Show is an encore of one of our most popular episodes. In today's busy world and with an increase in remote work, most people don't pay enough attention to their posture. However, improper sitting and standing positions can put a strain on many body systems, especially our gastrointestinal system and organs. So, are you aware of the influential relationship bet...

Juicing is a process that involves extracting the liquid from fruits and vegetables. You've probably heard of the benefits of juicing. For example, juicing allows you to consume the nutrients from a high volume of produce with just one serving of juice. But maybe you've also wondered if you are missing out on extra goodness by not consuming the pulp and fiber from the produce, which juicing remove...

In today's world, people are much more in tune with health and wellness, and as a result there's a surge in the amount of health food stores and healthier alternatives for commonly consumed foods and ingredients. But it's important to be aware that these foods aren't necessarily better for you just because they are labeled as "healthy" or "natural". In fact, many of these foods contain hidden ingr...

You've likely heard that "all disease begins in the gut." It's easy to understand that digestive discomfort, such as gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and cramping are related to gut issues. But did you know that poor gut health can also show up as symptoms that don't directly involve the gut? If you want to address ALL symptoms that prevent you from feeling better and interfere with your dai...

As mentioned in previous episodes, there's a misconception that healing your gut and getting rid of uncomfortable digestive discomfort requires you to restrict what you eat and eliminate certain foods from your diet completely. But often, these types of restricted, regimented diets cause us STRESS, which is the main contributor to gut dysfunction. So you might be wondering, "how am I supposed to e...

This episode is an encore of Part 1 of my recent Heal Your Gut Training. In this training I shared some eye-opening information on gut health and what's required to heal your gut and effectively get rid of your unwanted symptoms, so I wanted to share this training on the podcast. If you've listened to my recent episodes, you might be starting to understand the importance of nervous system regulati...

Those familiar with Yoga know that it is excellent for mental wellbeing because of the meditative nature of the practice. But did you know that Yoga is also phenomenal for GUT health because of that same reason? Your gut has its very own nervous system known as the enteric nervous system, which is in direct communication with your central nervous system (your brain). This means there is a strong c...

Gut health is all the rage these days. And while gut health is an important piece of overall health and well-being, most people approach gut health all wrong. The truth is that EXTERNAL tools and solutions, like diets, supplements, and expert advice may mask your symptoms and provide temporary relief, but true gut healing must take place WITHIN. And in order to do this, you must learn how to regul...

What are tools for your health? Diets, supplements, treatments, programs, and even medications, doctors, and other experts are all just TOOLS we can utilize to help us feel better. But the effectiveness and outcome of these tools is dependent on YOU, the person using the tools. That's why they say healing is an inside job. If you've ever tried any of these tools to feel better and get rid of any s...

The pelvic floor consists of muscles and tissues that support our pelvic organs, including our bladder, bowels, and reproductive organs. However, millions of people struggle with pelvic floor problems that are not only debilitating, but can cause feelings of shame and a severe decline in quality of life and self confidence. This episode unlocks the secrets of pelvic floor health so that you can be...

Since the pandemic, many of us have shifted our workspace to our home. Remote work is on the rise due to the increased flexibility and productivity it brings. Although there are many benefits to working remotely, there are also increased health risks that we need to be aware of. When working remotely, there is no longer a clear boundary between work and home like there is when working at an office...