GSMC Health & Wellness Podcast

Cynthia gives us a part 1 about superfoods - what are they and why are they important. She also discusses her favorite superfoods she incorporates into her diet: acai, chia seeds, and bone broth. <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...

Alex discusses problem-focused coping as it relates to stress, emotion-focused coping, circumstances, and the life span. <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...

Cynthia talks about the latest, innovative skin care tools and devices in the beauty market. From jade rollers, ph skin trackers, 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. Please remember to subscribe and...

Alex talks about emotion-focused coping strategies, their effectiveness, and their associations with cyberbullying and forgiveness. <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 amon...

Alex discusses men's health as it relates to cardiovascular disease, cancer, and HIV, including how to check your testes for lumps. <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 amon...

Cynthia gives you the juicy secret on juicing! She discusses the pros and cons of juice cleanses, celery juice, and shares her top 4 easy-to-make juice and smoothie recipes.<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 discusses how self-care can really fuel productivity and the mandorla of their Venn diagrams.<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 latest GSMC...

Cynthia talks all about red light therapy - what is it, how it works, and benefits.<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’ll always be among t...

Alex discusses the safety and risk of taking SSRIs, as well as the importance of tapering off, discontinuation syndrome, and how her own experience with it is summed up by a Charles Darwin quote. <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 sub...

Alex dives deep into the world of inflammatory and non-inflammatory acnes, including why specific treatment combinations are used for each type, how to tell if you have cystic acne, why retinoids should be used with sunscreen, and products that may help based on the type of acne you’re facing.<br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can f...

Alex breaks down all things acne: the types of acne, different skin types, when to throw out your makeup, and how your skincare routine is like changing a car battery. She also discusses what salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, and retinoid additives specifically do for your skin, as well as the dos and don'ts of skin care routines for different skin types.<br /><br />As always, if you e...

Cynthia shares her excitement for discovering sound healing, but specifically sound baths. She talks about her personal experience with sound bath sessions, and the amazing benefits of sound healing.<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 podca...

Alex discusses cardiovascular diseases, including the origin of their names, how to prevent and reverse heart damage, and what this all means for folks in the Covid-19 era. <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 discusses ways to maintain cognitive health as we age, as well as the formation of the cognitive reserve and neural pathways. <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...

Alex discusses the essential minerals for human nourishment, how they work in the body, and which food to include in your diet to get them!<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...

Cynthia talks about the importance of boosting and improving your immune system and gut health, especially during this critical time we're all facing. She also shares some of her immune boosting favorite products she has been using during this pandemic.<br /><br />Show Notes<br /><br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you...

Alex discusses how probiotics can help your body, as well as the science behind why they aren't all interchangeable, and provides fun comparisons to tie it all together. She also discusses whether the bacteria in wine can improve your health.<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...

Alex talks about the links between immunity and nutrition, including a breakdown of which vitamins to favor in your diet, the difference between water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins, some medical statistics, and how to disinfect your home, as well as where to find the EPA-approved disinfectant product list for COVID-19. <br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and su...

Alex discusses implications and extrapolations for Seasonal Affective Disorder and stress as we all spend more time indoors during nationwide lockdowns for Coronavirus. This includes, causes, treatments, how serotonin and SSRIs work, and surprising correlations between mood and temperature- both internal and external. <br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscr...

Cynthia talks about her experience with anxiety during the COVID-19 outbreak, and she shares tips on how to cope with anxiety and stress during the global pandemic. <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...

Alex explains the concepts of community spread, contact tracing, mitigation, and what to do if you or someone in your home becomes sick with COVID-19. She also discusses how acute binge-drinking of alcohol can negatively impact our immune systems, as well as a list of cleaning products that are effective against COVID-19.<br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and sub...

Alex discusses the importance of teaching and maintaining emotional wellness during social distancing as we work and school at home. She also discusses ways to do so, provides examples, and discusses how parental moods and behaviors can shape cognitive and emotional competencies in children. <br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can fi...

Alex discusses NSAIDs, their differences, how they work, and the recent claims regarding NSAIDs and COVID-19, including a breakdown of the Lancet journal article that sparked the debate as to whether individuals with COVID-19 should take ibuprofen.<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 po...

Cynthia debunks some of the myths surrounding COVID-19.<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’ll always be among the first to get the latest G...

Alex breaks down the introvert/extrovert spectrum and discusses the bell curve, concept of ambiverts, and psychological research into the subject. <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...