GSMC Health & Wellness Podcast

Alex discusses organ, tissue, and eye donation, including the different types, options, and how the process works. Since July is Cord Blood Awareness Month, she also goes over how umbilical cords can be used to save lives without even impacting the labor and delivery experience.<br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTune...

Cynthia talks about detox teas and how harmful they are to the public, physically and psychologically.<br /><br />Show Notes<br /><br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. That way you’l...

Cynthia talks about how people develop negative body image issues and shares steps into how to reverse that and create positive outlooks on body image. <br /><br /><br />Show Notes<br /><br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please r...

Alex discusses the history of yogurt, breaks down the different types, tells you the best brands recommended by nutritionists, and talks about whether yogurt really works in treating yeast infections.<br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to...

Cynthia talks about the pros and cons of this extreme intermittent fasting method, OMAD (one meal a day) diet. <br /><br />Show Notes<br /><br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. That...

Cynthia shares anti-aging ingredients and collagen boosting foods that can help minimize and slow down the aging process.<br /><br />Show Notes<br /><br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice rev...

Alex breaks headaches down into categories and discusses the most common types of primary headaches. She also discusses how this relates to COVID-19; Buddha’s philosophy regarding getting your Agent Scully on; and hormone-related migraines in folks who are menstruating, menopausal, or transitioning from male to female. <br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subsc...

Alex discusses the symptoms and demographics of measles, mumps, and rubella, as well as aspects of the MMR vaccine. <br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. That way you’ll always be among the first to g...

Cynthia talks about the amazing health powers of turmeric, specifically the bio-active ingredient, curcumin.<br /><br />Show Notes<br /><br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. That way...

Alex talks about chemicals in plastic and how they can affect our bodies, including phthalates and BPA. She also discusses socioeconomic and environmental factors as they intersect with this area of health and wellness, as well as eco-friendly and healthy alternatives to plastics. <br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iT...

Cynthia talks about the amazing benefits of compound lifts and how they differ from isolation exercises.<br /><br />Show Notes<br /><br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. That way you...

Alex talks about the differences between pilates and yoga, including the hot kinds, as well as their benefits in strength, flexibility, weight loss, and how to work them into your routine. <br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe...

Alex discusses how blood types work and how they relate to pregnancy, COVID-19, and perhaps even your diet.<br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. That way you’ll always be among the first to get the la...

Cynthia talks about the most important part of skin care...sunscreen! She goes through a list of frequently asked questions dermatologists receive regarding sunscreen and effectively protecting your skin for the sun's harmful rays.<br /><br /><br />Show Notes<br /><br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find u...

Cynthia adds a part 2 to her discussion of aromatherapy. She highlights some of her favorite essential oils: lemon, peppermint, and lavender. <br /><br />Show Notes<br /><br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe a...

Alex explains the differences between nearsighted, farsightedness, astigmatism, and macular degeneration, as well as how to understand your eyeglasses prescription and ways to maintain healthy eyesight. <br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember...

Cynthia explains the many uses of a holistic healing treatment, aromatherapy. She also shares her two favorite essential oils: eucalyptus and tea tree oil. <br /><br /><br />Show Notes<br /><br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Plea...

Alex discusses how lasers work in healthcare as well as types of hot and cold laser therapies, including LASIK eye surgery. <br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. That way you’ll always be among the fi...

Cynthia shares a long list of DIY (do-it-yourself) house cleaning supplies that will make your environment clean and non-toxic.<br /><br />Show Notes<br /><br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a ni...

Alex talks about the impacts of natural light and blue light on our health and wellbeing. She also goes over ways to get more natural light in our lives and what scientific research says about possible ties between light and illness. <br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well...

Alex discusses how epigenetics can impact gene expression in mental, emotional, physical, social, and financial health and wellness based on interactions with your environment through the generations. She explores the science behind the concept in addition to the experiences of Native Americans and African Americans and associated health disparities. <br /><br />As always, if you enjoy...

Cynthia talks about the amazing health benefits adults and children can receive from reading six minutes a day. She also shares her favorite book she's been reading to help reduce anxiety.<br /><br />GSMC Health & Wellness Podcast Episode XX: Title (1-1-18)<br /><br />Show Notes<br /><br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscri...

Alex explores the frontiers of energy medicine, including Harvard's exploration of CAM, academic applications in studying energy for health, and articles related to PEMF and electroceuticals. She also discusses eco-trends in fitness and a technological shift in global health initiatives. <br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find u...

Cynthia talks about the importance of the warm up and cool down phases in an exercise routine. She dives into dynamic stretching, static stretching, foam rolling, and more.<br /><br />Show Notes<br /><br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube....

Alex explains static electricity, current electricity, and bioelectricity. She also discusses TENS units and FMS for pain therapy and wound healing, as well as how biolectricity may be the future of cancer treatments. <br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube....