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Thrive Bites Ep 199 - How Medical Missions Change Lives with Partners for Global HealthHave you ever wondered what happens when people step outside their comfort zone to bring healing and hope across borders? Sometimes the most life-changing moments happen far from home, not just for those receiving care, but for those giving it. In this episode, I sit down with Brita Zuehlke, Christopher Kendall, Lisa Garcia, and Dr. Dan Omire-Mayor from Partners 4 Global Health, Inc. (P4GH), a nonprofit that provides medical care, equipment, and support to communities in need around the world. They share real stories from their mission trips to places like Guanaja and...

2025-11-2953 min

Thrive Bites Ep 198 - From Nurse To Kitchen Rx Educator with Dr. Josie BidwellWhat happens when a nurse brings healing into the kitchen? 🍎👩‍⚕️ In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Dr. Josie Bidwell—nurse, professor, and culinary medicine educator—who shares how she’s transforming lives in Mississippi through food, education, and lifestyle medicine. We talk about Mississippi’s rich food culture, what sparked her shift from traditional nursing to culinary education, common health myths, and heartwarming patient stories that prove food truly is medicine. You'll also learn why she started Kitchen Rx and how she's reaching patients right where they are—even at the YMCA! ✨ Whether...

2025-08-0149 min

Thrive Bites Ep 197 - Flavorful Plant-Based Latin & Caribbean Recipes with Coach Karla SalinariHow do you honor your cultural roots while living a healthy, plant-based lifestyle? Can traditional Latin and Caribbean dishes be both healing and flavorful, without meat or dairy? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Karla Salinari, also known as The Latina Health Coach, to explore the intersection of culture, wellness, and plant-based nutrition. Karla is a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Nutrition Educator, Speaker, and Author of Abuela’s Plant-Based Kitchen (Simon & Schuster). She helps people reclaim their cultural identity through food by transforming traditional recipes into vibrant, plant-based meals. If you’re interested in p...

2025-07-1657 min

Thrive Bites Ep 196 - Redefining Healing Across Asian American Generations with Yellow Chair CollectiveWhat does healing look like when your identity straddles cultures? How do we address mental health in a community taught to stay silent? What if redefining wellness means confronting intergenerational wounds—together? In this episode, we sit down with Soo Jin Lee and Linda Yoon—two powerhouse mental health advocates, co-authors of Where I Belong: Healing Trauma and Embracing Asian American Identity, and co-founders of @yellowchaircollective. Together, they share the inspiration behind building culturally responsive spaces for Asian Americans to begin their healing journeys. From the gaps in traditional mental health care to the deeply roote...

2025-06-2751 min

Thrive Bites Ep 195 - How A Vegan Chef Creates Generational Health with Chef Nekia HattleyCan a vegan lifestyle create generational health? 🌱 In this powerful episode of the Thrive Bites Podcast, Dr. Colin Zhu sits down with Chef Nekia Hattley—plant-based foodie, chef, and founder of My Daddy’s Recipes—to explore how a shift to vegan living transformed not just her health, but her purpose and mission. Chef Nekia opens up about her journey, her love for soulful, plant-based comfort food, and how she’s using food to empower communities of color to live more consciously and healthfully. From legacy-inspired recipes to redefining wellness, this episode dives deep into what it mea...

2025-06-1355 min

Thrive Bites Ep 193 - How A Gym Founder Built A Community That Thrives with Coach Josh GravesWhat if your gym felt more like a community than cold, standalone machines? In this episode, I sit down with Coach Josh Graves, founder of Fitness on Fire, to unpack what it takes to build a fitness business that lasts—and why community might be the most important muscle you build. We talk about how Josh and his wife Haydee took a leap of faith in 2015, opening a gym not just for physical activity and exercise, but for connection, growth, and belonging. Fitness on Fire just celebrated 10 years and is more than a gym—it’s a li...

2025-05-1653 min

Thrive Bites Ep 192 - Rethinking Food Storage To Save Food WasteCould rethinking your food storage change your health and the planet? In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Grieg, Co-Owner and Co-Operator of Ambrosia, and Grae Maisenbacher from the marketing team, to dive into how a simple family tradition turned into a powerful movement for sustainability, reducing food waste, and reimagining everyday choices. Jordan shares the story of how her mother, Jan, sparked the original idea behind Ambrosia— inspired by how her grandmother kept greens fresh long before plastic bags existed. We also explore how plastics came to dominate food storage, how different cultures approach food pr...

2025-05-0243 min

Thrive Bites Ep 191 - The Fish-Free Omegas You Haven't Heard Of with Dr. Jeff MathesonLooking for a cleaner, more sustainable source of omegas that doesn’t come from fish? 🐟🚫 In this episode, Dr. Jeff Matheson shares a powerful plant-based alternative that could change the game for your brain, heart, and overall health. Dr. Jeff Matheson is the Founder and Medical Director of Pure Life Science and the Medical Director of The Headache, Migraine & Pain Treatment Centre. With over 30 years of medical experience spanning emergency care and integrative pain management, Dr. Matheson has spent the last six years successfully using Parent Essential Oils (PEOs) in his clinical practice. Tune in...

2025-04-2246 min

Thrive Bites Ep 190 - Unlock The Power of Plants with Science & Cooking with Chef Caryn & Dr. Jim Loomis - Part 2Now, in Part 2, we’re taking it a step further—diving into practical ways to make plant-based eating sustainable, enjoyable, and accessible for everyone! Chef Caryn Dugan and Dr. Jim Loomis return to share more insights, debunk myths, and demonstrate how simple, delicious meals can fuel your body and prevent disease. Whether you're just starting your plant-based journey or looking for new inspiration, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. Tune in now and discover how to bring the power of plants to your plate—one delicious meal at a time. 👉 Missed Part 1? Watch it...

2025-04-0448 min

Thrive Bites Ep 189 - Unlock The Power of Plants with Science & Cooking with Chef Caryn & Dr. Jim Loomis - Part 1Can food truly be medicine? What if science and cooking came together to make plant-based eating both powerful and practical? In this episode, we explore the science behind plant-based nutrition and how to bring it to life in your kitchen with Chef Caryn Dugan and Dr. Jim Loomis. Chef Caryn Dugan is the founder of the Center for Plant-Based Living, the nation’s first plant-based culinary education center. After facing personal health challenges, she turned to a whole food, plant-based diet and never looked back. Caryn is a certified instructor with the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PC...

2025-03-2925 min

Thrive Bites Ep 188 - How Busy Families Can Go Plant-Based with Dr. Yolanda Rivera-Caudill & Chelsea DyeYes, even busy families can go plant-based! 🌱✨ Think you’re too busy to eat plant-based? Think again! In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Yolanda Rivera-Caudill and Chelsea Dye to talk about making plant-based living simple, fun, and doable for busy families. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or just looking to eat more plants, this episode is packed with practical tips and real-life strategies to help you succeed! Dr. Yolanda Rivera-Caudill, MD, FAAP, DipABLM is a Pediatrician & Lifestyle Medicine Expert. Known as “The Dr. Beet”, she founded The Tiny Beet, a pediatric practice specializing in Lifestyl...

2025-03-0651 min

Thrive Bites Ep 187 - The Hidden Truth About Gut Health with Dr. Christine Bishara Did you know that gut health plays a major role in your overall well-being, from your immune system to brain function? Many health issues stem from an unhealthy gut, yet this crucial connection is often overlooked. In this episode, we dive deep into gut health with Dr. Christine Bishara, an integrative Gastroenterologist doctor specializing in healing from within by optimizing gut health. She’s a pioneer in gut research and even published the first peer-reviewed study linking COVID severity to gut health. Her bestselling book, The Gut Revolution, has helped countless people understand and improve th...

2025-02-2040 min

Thrive Bites Ep 186 - Staying Active As You Age with Angela Fischetti | Workout DemoWelcome to Part 2 of Staying Active as You Age! In this episode, wellness expert Angela Fischetti @boomerandbeyondwellness takes us through a series of workout demos for seniors. Angela's expert-led exercises will help you maintain strength, mobility, and flexibility as you age so that you can stay active and independent for longer. Whether new to working out or just looking to improve your routine, these gentle yet effective exercises are perfect for aging bodies. Angela combines strength training and mobility exercises to create a fitness plan for all levels. If yo...

2025-01-2818 min

Thrive Bites Ep 185 - Staying Active As You Age with Angela FischettiDid you know that after age 30, we start losing muscle mass every year? But here’s the good news—you can do something about it! Staying active is one of the best ways to keep your strength, energy, and independence as you age. In this episode, I’m joined by Angela Fischetti, a wellness expert who’s passionate about helping seniors stay fit, mobile, and full of life. Angela Fischetti is a virtual physical fitness and yoga instructor and on-site licensed massage therapist specializing in wellness for older adults. She began teaching seniors when she was 30; it was also...

2025-01-1357 min

Thrive Bites Ep 184 - We Are Plant-Powered with Dr. Melanie CanoWhat if the key to transforming your health was not in a prescription, but in the food you eat? In this powerful episode, Dr. Melanie Cano, a Panamanian physician and expert in plant-based nutrition, reveals how embracing a plant-powered lifestyle can be a game changer for your health. Dr. Melanie shares her experience growing up in Panama and how the country views health and wellness. She talks about her medical training and how it lacked a focus on plant-based nutrition, which inspired her to explore it further. Now, she’s on a mission to educate and empower pe...

2024-12-0944 min

Thrive Bites Ep 183 - Foods That Power Weight Loss with Dr. Neal BarnardSure, there’s no magic food that’ll instantly help with weight loss, but did you know certain foods can make a real difference when added to a more balanced diet? What if some simple changes could help you reach your goals faster? In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Neal Barnard, MD, FACC, a true leader in plant-based nutrition and preventive medicine. Dr. Barnard is an Adjunct Professor of Medicine at George Washington University and President of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. He's led breakthrough research with over 20 books and 100 scientific papers, includ...

2024-11-2639 min

Thrive Bites Ep 182 - Could Fasting Save Your Life with Dr. Alan GoldhamerCan fasting really save your life? Could it be the key to healing chronic illnesses, and restoring optimal health? But, how does water-only fasting work, and is it right for you? These are just a few of the questions we’ll explore in this episode. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Alan Goldhamer, a world-renowned expert on medically supervised water-only fasting, to discuss the power of fasting and its potential to transform lives. We also dive into his latest book, “Can Fasting Save Your Life?”—co-authored with Toshia Myers. Dr. Alan Goldhamer is the foun...

2024-11-1551 min

Thrive Bites Ep 181 - How I Became The Weight Loss Champion with Chuck CarrollHave you ever struggled with losing weight and keeping it off? Do you feel like you’ve tried everything, only to see the weight come back again? What if the answer wasn’t just about dieting, but about making a lasting lifestyle change? In this episode of our podcast, we dive into the powerful story of Chuck Carroll, also known as “The Weight Loss Champion,” who lost an astonishing 280 pounds and transformed his life. Widely known as “The Weight Loss Champion,” Chuck once weighed 420 lbs at just 5’6” with a 66-inch waist. After countless failed attempts to lose weight, he decid...

2024-11-0448 min

Thrive Bites Ep 180 - How I Raced To The Olympics with Plants with Dotsie BauschEver wondered if going plant-based could fuel an Olympic dream? In this episode, I sit down with Olympic silver medalist cyclist 🚴‍♀️ and Executive Director and Founder of @Switch4Good , Dotsie Bausch, to uncover how she defied the odds by embracing a plant-based diet. Dotsie Bausch lives by the Switch4Good motto—Live better. Do more. Dairy-free—and is on a mission to educate and empower others to do the same. She speaks passionately around the world to spread her message about the positive impacts a plant-based lifestyle has on animals, humans, and the environment. Her popular T...

2024-09-2656 min

Thrive Bites Ep 179 - The Farm Bill: What It Means For Your Plate & Your Health - Part 2What’s next for the Farm Bill, and how could it change how we think about food and farming? In Part 2 of our conversation with Christina Badaracco, MPH, RDN, LDN, we delve deeper into the recent changes made in the Farm Bill and what they mean for the future. Christina discusses the potential expiration of current programs and the possible introduction of new laws that could significantly impact our food system. Beyond policy, Christina shares valuable lessons from the Farm Bill on how we can better connect food, farming, and health. She also gi...

2024-09-0424 min

Thrive Bites Ep 178 - The Farm Bill: What It Means For Your Plate & Your Health - Part 1Curious about how the Farm Bill affects what's on your plate and your health? Ever wondered why it’s so challenging to understand or how it impacts our food system? In this episode, we dive into these questions and more with a very special guest of mine. Christina Badaracco, MPH, RDN, LDN, is a healthcare consultant dedicated to advancing nutrition in healthcare and sustainable food production. With a rich consulting, writing, and teaching background, Christina has published The Farm Bill: A Citizen’s Guide, authored five cookbooks, and co-developed culinary medicine courses at Georgetown University. As a...

2024-08-2935 min

Thrive Bites Ep 177 - What Surviving A Heart Attack Taught Me About Food with Dr. Daniel Chen - Part 2Have you ever wondered how to make your meals both tasty and nutritious? What if you could easily add more fiber to your diet? Join us for the second part of our interview with Dr. Daniel Chen, who dives into the taste of nutritional yeast, the ideal texture for plant-based meals, and how much fiber we should consume daily. Dr. Chen also shares whether nutritional yeast can be eaten on its own, the best way to reach out to him, and even does a food demo for his delicious Smokey Tofu Mayo Dressing recipe. Dr. Daniel Chen...

2024-08-2427 min

Thrive Bites Ep 176 - What Surviving A Heart Attack Taught Me About Food with Dr. Daniel Chen - Part 1Have you ever wondered how a heart attack can change the way you think about food? What if surviving a life-threatening event leads to a whole new approach to nutrition? Discover the answers to these questions with Dr. Daniel Chen, whose journey from patient to health advocate is inspiring and educational. Dr. Daniel Chen is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. He practices at Esperanza Health Center in North Philadelphia, providing primary care in both Spanish and English. Trained at Jefferson Medical College and Temple University Hospital, Dr. Chen connects his love for cooking...

2024-08-1232 min

Thrive Bites Ep 175 - The Healing Power of Water Fasting with Dr. Csilla VeressAlthough fasting has been used for thousands of years for various reasons, it has recently become a hot topic in medicine. But, is water fasting just a fad, or is it a proven method for healing? Join me for a lively discussion with Dr. Csilla Veress on the transformative effects of water fasting, the myths surrounding it, and what you need to know to improve your health with Dr. Csilla. Dr. Csilla Veress is a primary care doctor at TrueNorth Health Center, in Santa Rosa, CA. The focus of her practice and outreach is to...

2024-06-1758 min

Thrive Bites Ep 174 - Rethinking Bone Broth with Sally MalangaJoin us for an engaging episode as we talk about Rethinking Bone Broth with Sally Malanga. Sally is a passionate advocate for health and wellness, an entrepreneur, and the creator of organic plant-based beauty and wellness products. Sally's mission goes beyond improving health and saving animals; she is dedicated to healing the planet. Her products are crafted with natural, plant-based ingredients, driven by her belief in the power of nature to nourish and heal. In this episode, we delve into the origin story behind her ventures, Ecco Bella and Boon Broth, and uncover the challenges...

2024-05-3044 min

Thrive Bites Ep 173 - How Food Supports Fertility with Angela Thyer, MDFood affects everything, including fertility. From hormonal balance to reproductive health, the nutrients we consume play a crucial role in our ability to conceive. What specific nutrients are essential for supporting fertility? How does our diet influence hormonal balance and fertility outcomes? Join us in this empowering episode as we explore the authentic connection between what we eat and our fertility journey. In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Angela Thyer, a renowned expert in reproductive endocrinology and infertility. Angela Thyer, MD loves helping women discover the joy of food to improve...

2024-05-1339 min

Thrive Bites EP 172 - Breaking through Self-Doubt, Rejection, and Burnout with Carrie SeversonHave you ever wondered how to bounce back from burnout and rediscover your sense of fulfillment? In this insightful conversation, Carrie Severson shares her journey of recovering from burnout by embracing stillness and the "Enoughness" method. She delves into her personal story, highlighting the emotional roller coaster ride and the valuable lessons she gained along the way. Carrie emphasizes the importance of resilience and recounts the pivotal moment that compelled her to take a much-needed break. Throughout the episode, Carrie discusses the surprising connection between success and burnout, emphasizing the need to establish non-negotiable boundaries...

2024-04-2244 min

Thrive Bites Ep 171 - Changing The Face Of Traditional Dentistry with Dr. Sanda MaldovanChanging the face of traditional dentistry begins with understanding the crucial role of oral health in your overall well-being. Today, we are privileged to welcome Dr. Sanda Moldovan (@Drsandamoldovan), an award-winning, board-certified periodontist, licensed nutritionist, and founder of Orasana, to our podcast. Dr. Sanda brings knowledge and expertise to biological dentistry and emphasizes the importance of good nutrition, natural supplements, and dental health tips in preventing chronic diseases. Through our conversation, Dr. Sanda debunks common myths about oral health, discusses the safety of fluoride and mercury fillings, and explores the latest advancements in dental care...

2024-04-0843 min

Thrive Bites Ep 170 - How A Dermatologist Made Plant-Based More Social with Dr. Marjon VatanchiAre you prepared to embark on a transformative journey toward holistic health and wellness? Join us as we delve deep into the realm of skincare and overall well-being with our esteemed guest, Dr. Marjon Vatanchi. Dr. Marjon is not only a distinguished dermatologist but also an expert in Dermatology, Mohs Micrographic Surgery, Pediatric Dermatology, and Clinical Trials & Research. To commence this enlightening episode, let's pose an opening question: "What motivated you to pursue a career in dermatology and embrace a holistic approach to skincare?" Dr. Marjon will generously share her odyssey and invaluable...

2024-03-2555 min

Thrive Bites Ep 169 - Delivering Plant-Based Homestyle Indian Cuisine with Arti MalaJoin us for an engaging conversation with Arti Mala, the mastermind behind First Seed Foods. In this episode, Arti opens up about her journey to founding and growing her innovative plant-based, oil-free Indian food delivery service. Get ready to dive deep into the world of healthy eating trends, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the delicious offerings of First Seed Foods! Arti Mala is the founder of First Seed Foods, a company that makes vegan, oil-free food and ships it frozen nationwide. She started building this company in 2022 and now offers 7 homestyle Indian foods, 5 of which can also...

2024-03-1141 min

Thrive Bites Ep 168 - How To Refocus Our Views On Climate Change with Sweta Chakraborty, PhDIn light of the escalating threat of climate change, urgent action is paramount. But how do we not only address this pressing issue but do so with climate justice? How can we confront climate solutions head-on, ensuring equitable outcomes for all? And what simple yet impactful steps can each of us take to contribute positively to the cause? Join me in this episode as I delve into these critical questions with Dr. Sweta Chakraborty, a distinguished climate behavioral scientist and CEO of 'We Don't Have Time.' Dr. Sweta Chakraborty is a climate behavioral scientist who is...

2024-02-2646 min

Thrive Bites Ep 167 - The Future of Culinary & Lifestyle Change with Olivia Thomas, MS, RDN, LDHow does culinary and lifestyle medicine reshape healthcare? Join us as we explore "The Future of Culinary & Lifestyle Change" with Olivia Thomas! In this episode, Olivia shares her journey as an RD, her passion for integrating more plants into lifestyles, and the challenges in nutrition and lifestyle that led to her innovative solutions. Olivia Weinstein, MS, RDN, LD, is the Nutrition Innovation and Implementation Director at Boston Medical Center (BMC), leading a dynamic teaching kitchen program that revolutionizes healthcare providers' approach to nutrition interventions. She's a pioneer in culinary medicine, co-creating the innovative "Eat to...

2024-02-1344 min

Thrive Bites Ep 166 - What Is Regenerative & Sustainable Farming with Farmer Bob JonesWhat exactly does it mean to grow vegetables regeneratively? How can farming be a force for good, not just in the food industry but for the planet as a whole? In this episode, I chatted with Bob Jones, the co-owner and CEO of The Chef's Garden in Huron Ohio. We talked about the roots of their family-owned and operated vegetable farm, their commitment to regenerative practices, and the exciting future they envision. Bob Jones, CEO of The Chef's Garden in Ohio, spearheads a family-owned vegetable farm with a regenerative approach. Their mission is clear: "To...

2024-01-3150 min

Thrive Bites Ep 165 - Revolutionizing Health Care with Lifestyle Medicine with Dr. Beth FratesEntering the world of medicine, where the goal is to keep people healthy, we discover different areas. One notable field is preventive medicine, and within it, we find something called lifestyle medicine. But what sets lifestyle medicine apart? What makes it special in promoting health? Let's break down the uniqueness of lifestyle medicine and understand how it stands out among various medical approaches. In today's episode, I sit down with Dr. Beth Frates, the President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Beth Frates, MD is a trained physiatrist and a health and wellness coach, with expertise...

2024-01-1059 min

Thrive Bites Ep 164 - Healing Leaky Gut, IBS & SIBO with Dahlia Marin, RD & James Marin, RD | Part 2Your gut's filled with trillions of micro buddies called the microbiome. They're the VIPs for digestion, immunity, and mood. If these are off-balance, it can cause issues like tummy troubles, weak immunity, and even mood swings. Skip the meds and let's get back to the gut basics – good food and nutrition. Today we are joined by the power couple, James and Dahlia, registered dietitians from California who co-run a gut health-focused practice and a plant-based lifestyle. In this episode, we talked about the changes within microbial populations when incorporating more animal or plant-based foods. Explore th...

2023-12-2835 min

Thrive Bites Ep 163 - Healing Leaky Gut, IBS & SIBO with Dahlia Marin, RD & James Marin, RD | Part 1Ready for a healthy gut journey? This is Part 1. Your gut's filled with trillions of micro buddies called the microbiome. They're the VIPs for digestion, immunity, and mood. If these are off-balance, it can cause issues like tummy troubles, weak immunity, and even mood swings. Skip the meds and let's get back to the gut basics – good food and nutrition. In this episode, we're joined by the power couple, James and Dahlia, registered dietitians from California who co-run a gut health-focused practice and a plant-based lifestyle. Dahlia Marin, RDN, LD, CGN, and James Marin, RD, EN...

2023-12-2232 min

Thrive Bites Ep 162 - All Things Vegan Baking with BReDDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/e46tY5 Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. -------------- What drives Natasha and Ed Tatton to embrace a vegan lifestyle? How a love for sourdough can become a life's calling? In this episode, we're joined by the dynamic duo, Natasha and E...

2023-11-0755 min

Thrive Bites Ep 161 - Celebrating Diversity In Mental Health with Ja’ire HattleyDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/rxVKpa Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. -------------- How do you celebrate mental health and what does it truly mean to embrace holistic mental health? In today's episode, our guest is Ja'ire Hattley. She'll share real stories, feedback, and successes from...

2023-10-2446 min

Thrive Bites Ep 160 - Plant-Based Living In The UK with Vanessa SturmanDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/6AnYds Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. -------------- More and more of us are realizing how essential plants are in our daily lives. People are realising the connection between what they consume and their overall health. Today, I'm chatting with our guest, Vanessa...

2023-10-1347 min

Thrive Bites Ep 159 - Can Diabetes Go Into Remission with Dr. Mahima GulatiDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/GBqyUn Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. --- Have you ever wondered if it's possible to reverse diabetes, a condition that affects millions worldwide and has long been considered a life-long struggle? In this episode, we explore the possibility of achieving...

2023-09-2154 min

Thrive Bites Ep 158 - How A Veggie Chip Can Change The World with Betty LuDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/crglcZ Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. --- What if the humble veggie chip could revolutionize the way we approach food production, consumption, and sustainability? In this episode, our guest today is Betty Lu, founder, and CEO of Confetti Snacks, a venture-backed company w...

2023-07-1050 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 31 - How To Cultivate Mental Toughness & Grit with Sonya LooneyDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/sZpCrl Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. --- How can our fears of failure and uncertainty hinder us in our daily lives? In today's episode, join me and Sonya Looney as we talk about everything about resilience, grit, and failure. She de...

2022-10-1037 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 30 - When A Doctor Cooks with Dr. Matthew MorrisDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/CgFj0H Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. -- In today's episode, join me and Dr. Morris as we talk about why culinary medicine is necessary and how cooking nourishing foods can have profound effects on our health and well-being. WATCH T...

2022-10-0349 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 29 - Trauma Informed Care with Dr. Frances SouthwickDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/r7eGNE Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. -- I’m very excited to have my good friend and colleague, Dr. Frances Southwick as my guest today as we will be talking about everything about trauma and how to deal with it. W...

2022-09-261h 07

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 28 - The Future For Dairy-Free Milk with Dennis CohlmiaDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/v28mXX Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. --- Are you ready to step into dairy-free living? In this episode, Dennis and I will go through where the market is going, some facts about the dairy industry, and what are the challenges and o...

2022-09-1940 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 27 - Reclaim Your Rebel with Lizzy CangroDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/TVnBv6 Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. --- We take a deep vulnerable dive into reclaiming your healthy body in this episode, as well as some rebellious behaviors to help you alter your health and wellness. WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE VIDEO HERE: https://y...

2022-08-0848 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep. 26 - Exploring The New Wave of Regenerative Medicine with Dr. Joy KongDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/89LXFy Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. --- We’ve all heard of stem cells, anti-aging, and regenerative medicine. But, how are they used exactly? How does it play a role in our health? A leading figure in the regeneration medicine fiel...

2022-08-0148 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 25 - How Juicing Enhances Wellness with Nastasha McKeonDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/3nvKWK Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. --- What are the benefits of juicing and plant-based foods? How does it reboot our body and support immunity? WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/PSHb_tEz3vw These ar...

2022-07-2545 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 24 - Using Neuroplasticity To Change Our Lives with Ben AhrensDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/nPH6h1 Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. --- Have you ever been stuck with a problem for a long time? Do you feel like you’re lacking inspiration? WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE VERSION HERE: https://youtu.be/qa_e3Om7TBE We...

2022-07-1850 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 23 - Rewriting Our Belief System with Shelly LefkoeDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/dx6Nw2 Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. --- Are your beliefs limiting your ability to progress in your career and reach your goals? The truth is beliefs either empower – or limit us. But the choice is yours. In this episode, pare...

2022-07-1155 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 22 - What It Is Like To Be Raw Vegan with Lissa MarisDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/KrXeRc Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. --- In this week’s episode, we are diving into all things raw! Our guest today is an expert on raw ingredients and is dishing out all the facts! I ask her all kinds of questions, inc...

2022-07-0453 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 21 - Losing Weight With Flavor with Michele SwaczynaDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/UKyN3p Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. --- Does plant-based diet help with weight loss? WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE VIDEO HERE (CULINARY DEMO): https://youtu.be/yiWjmICuEDk In today's episode, we are joined by Vegan Michele to discuss maintaining optimum he...

2022-06-2746 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 20 - Intentional Healing with Dr. TDid you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/mV1FPl Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. --- This week's episode is a true delight! Dr. T has transformed the health, wealth, and well-being of thousands of people and animals using focused intention, Angels, and quantum physics. He is AHUMANENGINEER. 🍊 ...

2022-06-2050 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 19 - How To Level Up Your Relationship Game with Jeanell GreeneFeel like your relationship is in a rut? Unlike holiday love stories and romantic comedies in which all is resolved after one or two conflicts, maintaining a thriving relationship, especially marriage, takes some effort. But it doesn’t have to be difficult. How do we both pursue wisdom together? Today, we’re joined by relationship expert and coach Jeanell Greene. WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/KO3vt6UMoQM Jeanell is a Relationship Expert and Coach who works with couples who want to save their marriage, and struggle with keeping the spark, conne...

2022-06-131h 03

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 18 - Holistic Healing with a Vegan Chef with Chef Lauren KretzerIf you want to be more comfortable, creative, and artsy in the kitchen, then this episode is for you! 🍊 WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE EPISODE HERE: https://youtu.be/UI0g9ZylZIo In this episode, I have an in-depth talk with Chef Lauren Kretzer about her health journey and how a whole food plant-based diet made an impact. Lauren is a professionally trained vegan chef and recipe developer. She is a graduate of the Natural Gourmet Institute in New York City and holds a certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell. She has worked privately in the kitc...

2022-06-0650 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 16 - Bringing Fitness To The Forefront with Dr. Elisabeth FontaineHate to exercise? Are results coming too slowly? Are injuries and pain zapping your motivation? WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE EPISODE HERE: https://youtu.be/WJUyPhmJtEg In this episode, join me as I interview Dr. Elisabeth Fontaine about bringing fitness to a whole new level, and knowing how the right combination of exercise and a whole, plant-based diet can take you there. Elisabeth Fontaine MD, is double board-certified in OB/GYN and Lifestyle Medicine as well as a Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Her pre-medical background was in Obesity Management & Exercise Physiology. She i...

2022-05-3044 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 15 - The Future of Medicine Is TelemedicineIs Telemedicine the Future of Health Care? The coronavirus pandemic has overwhelmed hospitals, physicians, and the medical community. It has pushed telemedicine into the hands of providers and patients as the first response for primary care. But how does it work and what does it mean for the future of health care? In this episode, Laura Purdy enlightens us on the meaning and benefits of telemedicine. She shares some insights and methods for running a successful business and Telehealth organization. To give you a little background on our guest, Laura Purdy is a bo...

2022-05-2449 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 14 - How To Self-Liberate Our Negative Thought Patterns with Cheyne TowersDo you struggle with negative thinking? Maybe you have a harsh inner critic that crushes your confidence? How do you get rid of negative thoughts? WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/oWtbi4Bjj8w In this wonderful interview and conversation with Cheyne Towers, we talk about 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐓𝐨 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐬 and how to nurture self-forgiveness and self-compassion. London-based hypnotherapist Cheyne Towers has been helping people to transform how they speak toward themselves for the best part of two decades. Through simple yet profound understanding he has successfully helped many who have suffered trauma, abuse, depression, and anxiety. Now the co-founder of The Dialogue of Self Liberation, Cheyne is sharing this practical transformational system onl...

2022-05-1656 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 12 - Why Nature Is Medicine with Dr. Melissa SundermannMovement and nature are a fundamental part of our biological design. Without them, there is a major gap in our functional health. Although we've evolved to survive without a physical connection to nature we cannot thrive without it. In this week's episode, join me as I interview Dr. Melissa Sundermann who is a plant-based physician double board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine and has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. I'm sure you didn't want to miss this! A little background about Dr. Melissa Sundermann, she also has training in Integrative...

2022-05-021h 07

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 10 - POTS & Autoimmune Conditions Explained with Dr. Setare TaabodiPeople are affected by autoimmune diseases more than you may realize. But, what is it like to have an autoimmune disease? WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/iWAnG56uLl0 In this week's episode, join me with Dr. Setare Taabodi on her experience with POTS or postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome. Dr. Setare Taabodi is a board-certified family nurse practitioner and a natural medicine health consultant. After suffering from multiple autoimmune conditions and gastrointestinal problems throughout her twenties, she was able to heal herself naturally with nutrition and herbal medicine. She now has her own...

2022-04-1842 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 9 - Unearthing Our Power with David GibsonWhat does it take to be a servant leader? How can you influence someone else? How do we hone into our identity? WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE VIDEO: https://youtu.be/ry4tbuQNdVk Discover what makes great people great, and why showing up in the world by making a difference in someone else's life is similar to making bank deposits. With this in mind, join me and David as we talk about his journey, tapping into your best truest desires and how to unearth your identity and voice. David...

2022-04-121h 03

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 8 - Fighting While Being Plant Fueled with Cass WarbeckDid you know that many MMA fighters are now turning to a plant-based diet? WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE EPISODE HERE: https://youtu.be/CEX7SF61Tek Yes, it's truly a game-changer! After the many grueling training sessions, they need to recover rapidly and one thing to do that is through a plant-based lifestyle! In this episode of Thrive Bites, join me as I sit down with Cass Warbeck, a Muay Thai fighter, a medical student, and a vegan lifestyle advocate. She switched to plant-based after reading The China Study by T. Colin Campbell in 2013. This f...

2022-04-0447 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 7 - What We Need To Know About Men’s Health with Dr. Judson BrandeisWhy do many men not bother to get check-ups and visit their doctors? How can men prioritize their health and well-being more? WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE EPISODE HERE: https://youtu.be/v1KErkqX2WM In this episode, join me as I interview Dr. Judson Brandeis who is an award-winning urologist and sexual medicine expert, clinical researcher, clinician, and surgeon. Dr. Judson is a board-certified urologist and he opened BrandeisMD, a national leader in technology and sexual medicine innovations for men. BrandeisMD engages in ongoing clinical research to improve wellbeing and provide tools for men to l...

2022-03-2848 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 6 - Tips & Tricks For Eating Plant-Based On-The-Go with Dr. Kim Scheuer & Dr. Amy ZachariasPeople always LOVE food on the go! But how do you achieve that with a plant-based diet? Join me in this episode with Dr. Kim Scheuer and Dr. Amy Zacharias from Plant-Based Telehealth! We discussed tips and tricks on how to prepare your meals faster and more efficiently. PLUS! This episode comes with back-to-back CULINARY DEMOS, showcasing easy plant-based meals and snacks for you and your family. You don't want to miss this! WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE EPISODE HERE: https://youtu.be/qnpOKkMDeqQ Dr. Kim Scheuer is board certified in both Family Practice a...

2022-03-2149 min

Thrive Bites S5 Ep 5 - Building A Meatless Future with Paul ShapiroThink about plant-based burgers. Have you ever wondered how those animal-free burger meats are made? Or what if we can grow 'meat' in a lab? WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/2RitdC4IF2Y In this episode, join me as I interview Paul Shapiro, the CEO of The Better Meat Co., a four-time TEDx speaker, the host of the Business for Good Podcast, and a long-time leader in food sustainability. His company, The Better Meat Co., is known to make delicious, versatile, animal-free meat for food companies to use. Paul i...

2022-03-0743 min

Thrive Bites S 4 Ep 30 - How To Make Your Life Legendary with Mark BravoHow do you conquer various obstacles in your path? And how do you maintain a positive attitude despite all adversities? Discover how as I interview Mark Bravo, a veteran of over 500 races and around 50 marathons with the love of the positivity of those at races! WATCH THE YOUTUBE VERSION HERE: https://youtu.be/nBqkF_c1C9E Mark Bravo is a 40-year runner and 20-year national running coach. Mark is a longtime Race Announcer, hosting such venues as the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon and others around the southwest United States. He has a personal best at that d...

2022-01-101h 06

Thrive Bites S 4 Ep 23 - How Your Muscles Work with Alexandre BernierEver wonder how our muscles miraculously hold our bodies together whether resting or moving? Want to learn tips for prolonged sitting and standing? Join me as I interview Alexandre Bernier who is a coach and kinesiologist as we dive deeper into the world of muscles. WATCH THE YOUTUBE VERSION HERE: https://youtu.be/-ywOTruDt7c Alex Bernier is a Kinesiologist, Strength Coach, and Posturology Clinician. He also runs ‘The Online School of Exercise’, where he has helped thousands of students build better lifestyles and improve their long-term health. He started an online training website in 2015 that turned out t...

2021-12-1659 min

Thrive Bites S 4 Ep 21 - Why Body Posture & Awareness MattersEver feel that stiffness in your neck and back? Not sure why you need to stretch or sit upright? Join me as I interview Jaclyn who is a posture and movement specialist as we break down her journey of promoting the essentials of posture to the world! Don't miss this! Watch the Youtube version here: https://youtu.be/XY3L50tEWtw Jaclyn helps her clients connect back to their body by recalibrating areas that feel out of balance & alignment using posture correct exercises, resistance bands & bodyweight exercises. Jaclyn specializes in moving the body correctly, not just moving t...

2021-12-0651 min

Thrive Bites S 4 Ep 20 - How To Practice Mindfulness with Dr. Rashmi SchrammEver find it hard to meditate or sit still or just be present in the current moment? Well, you're not ALONE! Join me as I interview Dr. Rashmi Schramm as we break down the basics and misconceptions of mindfulness and how to get started in the right way! Watch the Youtube version here: https://youtu.be/ac2o7WfWsUM Dr. Rashmi Schramm is a board-certified family physician and integrative health coach. She holds certifications as a teacher in Yoga Nidra, Ayurveda Lifestyle, and Chopra meditation. She loves incorporating wisdom from these ancient teachings into her coaching program. D...

2021-11-2957 min

Thrive Bites S4 Ep 18 - Thriving Through Uncertainty with Dr. Nabil OthmanFeeling like this pandemic & climate change doesn't end? Feel like an impending apocalypse is upon us? How we do weed through the next catastrophic event? Join me as I interview Dr. Othman who is an anesthesiology resident as we dive into the profession and how it is a perfect analogy to our current times. WATCH THE YOUTUBE VERSION HERE: https://youtu.be/DtE4A7PHHw0 Nabil Othman completed medical school at Wayne State School of Medicine in Detroit, MI followed by an anesthesiology residency at Cedars Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles, CA. In his 4th year of r...

2021-11-1559 min

Thrive Bites S4 Ep 12 - How To Prevent Burnout & Optimize Self-Care with Dr. Sharon GrossmanWant to learn how to not gas out? Join me as I explore strategies in optimizing our self-care with Dr. Sharon Grossman. WATCH THE YOUTUBE VERSION HERE: https://youtu.be/g5mRDyg4g9c Dr. Sharon Grossman is the author of the international bestseller, The 7E Solution to Burnout: Transforming High Achievers from Exhausted to Extraordinary. She’s the founder of the Exhausted to Extraordinary™ Model and over the past 19 years has helped over 500 physicians, entrepreneurs, and executives reshape their thinking and go from fried and frazzled to energized and exhilarated. Burnout checklist: https://bit.ly/my...

2021-09-2757 min

Thrive Bites S 4 Ep 10 - What You Need To Know About Mushrooms with Jeff ChiltonWhat to know about the health benefits of mushrooms? Join me as I interview Jeff Chilton, the president of Nammex. You don't want to miss this! WATCH THIS YOUTUBE VERSION HERE: https://youtu.be/haecxh8H9Uc In the late 60s after studying Ethno-mycology (the study of human-fungal interactions) at the University of Washinton Jeff began a career as a large-scale commercial mushroom grower. From there, with a lack of medicinal mushrooms and extracts available in the US market, he founded Nammex, the first certified organic mushroom extract and supplement company in the US. To this day, J...

2021-09-1358 min

Thrive Bites S 4 Ep 9 - How We Can Heal With Compassionate Care & Post-Traumatic Resilience with Dr. Chris CirinoWant to know the best strategies to heal from trauma and suffering? Join me as I interview Dr. Christopher Cirino, DO, MPH who is a board-certified Infectious Disease physician who has turned a new leaf into wellness/mindfulness. He is the host of the podcast Journey to Health Series. WATCH THE YOUTUBE VERSION HERE: https://youtu.be/2iRa9G0rkF0 In his own words, "The “why” comes after many years of primary care and infectious diseases - where medications and clinic weren’t helping patients and the coaching I provided wasn’t fitting into a schedule. I have seen...

2021-09-0752 min

Thrive Bites S 4 Ep 8 - Debunking Common Myths About Weight Loss with Dr. Robert DavisJoin me as I interview Robert Davis, Ph.D. aka The Healthy Skeptic, as we explore the most common weight-loss fads, myths, and half-truths and share weight-control strategies that research shows actually work! WATCH THE YOUTUBE VERSION HERE: https://youtu.be/KD_6D4777kU Robert J. Davis, Ph.D., a.k.a. The Healthy Skeptic, is an award-winning health journalist whose work has appeared on CNN, PBS, WebMD, and The Wall Street Journal. The author of three previous books on health, he hosts the “Healthy Skeptic” video series, which dissects the science behind popular health claims. Davis holds...

2021-08-3055 min

Thrive Bites S 4 Ep 5 - What‘s Love Got To Do With It? Creating The Next Dating App with Dr. Chrystene NguyenCome and join us as we talk about love, medicine, relationships, and why/how the importance of having social connections now more than ever with Dr. Chrystene Nguyen! WATCH THE YOUTUBE VERSION HERE: https://youtu.be/SqHDo_7ybBY ---- Dr. Chrystene Nguyen is a double board-certified physician in Southern California in family and lifestyle medicine. She believes a major part of optimal health includes having supportive relationships and positive community and social connections, so during Covid-19 quarantine, she started a Facebook group called White Coat Romance. This is a space for single healthcare professionals to v...

2021-08-091h 00

Thrive Bites S 4 Ep 4 - What You Don‘t Know About Diet & Dental Health with Ann Nguyen-Chung, DMDJoin me and Dr. Ann Nguyen-Chung, DMD, MBA as we navigate what we put into our mouths and how that affects our teeth and other aspects of dental health! WATCH THE YOUTUBE Video: https://youtu.be/i9ua-JEMNuQ --- Dr. Ann is a plant-based dentist, based in Northern California. She serves the Native American population in her county and surrounding areas. Dr. Ann adopted the whole-food, plant-based lifestyle several years ago, after learning that she had been diagnosed with multiple chronic inflammatory conditions. With this lifestyle, she has seen a reversal in...

2021-08-031h 10

Thrive Bites S 4 Ep 3 - Fitness 101 Essentials To Start Moving Your Body with Drs. Michelle Quirk & Michelle DangJoin Dr. Michelle Dang and Dr. Michelle Quirk for this rapid-fire 🔥 round-table discussion on the best tips and tricks to get started on getting that summer body going! WATCH THE YOUTUBE VERSION HERE: https://youtu.be/EjlYoTIwV3I Dr. Michelle Dang is a board-certified anesthesiologist and pain management physician and fellowship-trained in integrative medicine. She is a certified yoga instructor as well as a Lagree certified trainer. www.michelledangmd.com Dr. Michelle Quirk discovered that running could change her life, in the midst of a lively career in pediatrics. She embraced the sport by becoming a cer...

2021-07-261h 05

Thrive Bites S 4 Ep 2 - Touring Through A Chef‘s Kitchen with Chef CollinWatch with us as we tour Chef Collin's Home Kitchen and learn about how he is contributing to the Food As Medicine Movement! https://bit.ly/TBChefCollinYT ***This episode was previously LIVE, comments and questions cannot be entertained at this time. Find the YouTube episode here: https://bit.ly/TheChefDocYT Follow us every Wednesday for a new LIVE Q&A Episode at 5 pm PST. As a Chef, I manned the helm of many 4-5 diamond restaurants, wineries, cafes, and hotels, but still was not satiated and craved more from li...

2021-07-1958 min

Thrive Bites S 4 Ep 1 - Everything You Need To Know About Green Tea with Kiyomi Koike***This episode was previously LIVE, comments and questions cannot be entertained at this time. Find the YouTube episode here: https://bit.ly/TheChefDocYT Follow us every Wednesday for a new LIVE Q&A Episode at 5pm PST. BUY YOUR GREEN TEA HERE: https://bit.ly/SHOPGREENTEA This season of Thrive Bites will now be on YouTube in addition to all podcast platforms! We are going to host a LIVE Q&A format and my first guest is scheduled to air July 7th, Wed 5 pm PST, and she is a green tea e...

2021-07-121h 07

Thrive Bites Thrive Bites Season 4 - TrailerWe are SUPER EXCITED for this upcoming SEASON 4! New video Livestream Q&A format as well as we are partnering up with The THR5 Formula™ Masterclass Series. Catch it all starting July 7th, 2021 every Wednesday unless otherwise specified. Please tune to our channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/thechefdoc to catch it LIVE as well as FB (https://www.facebook.com/TheChefDoc) and LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/colin-zhu-do-dipablm-chef-3905ba60/) --- Listen to other Thrive Bites Episodes here: https://www.thethr5formula.co/podcast Join our NEW T...

2021-07-0703 min

Thrive Bites S 3 Ep 25 - From Cancer Survivor To Vegan Self-Care Expert with Annette MaiIn this season-closing episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with the lovely Annette Mai who is a multi-talented self-care expert who chronicles her own cancer and health journey to advocating her audience self-care via food as medicine to her emotional/mental toolbox to arrive at this very point that self-care needs to be priority #1 in everyone's life. Don't miss this season closer! Annette Mai White is a holistic recovery trauma specialist, cancer survivor; who’s mission is to educate and empower BIPOC on how to deactivate PTSD symptoms & overcoming triggers to recover from trauma. It is her whol...

2021-06-141h 14

Thrive Bites S 3 Ep 24 - Making Our Small Steps Last with Sid Garza-HillmanIn this exciting episode of Thrive Bites, I chat with Sid who is a former musician, writer, and actor who turned into an author and nutritional coach. We chat about why some of us have struggled with making behavioral lifestyle changes sustainable and he gives his best tips on how to do just that! You don't want to miss this! Sid Garza-Hillman is the author of three books: Approaching the Natural: A Health Manifesto, Raising Healthy Parents: Small Steps, Less Stress, and a Thriving Family, and Six Truths: Live by these truths and be happy. Don’t an...

2021-06-0958 min

Thrive Bites S 3 Ep 22 - Sugar Addict To Vegan Chef & Instructor with Chef AJIn this exciting episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with Chef AJ who is a multi-talented chef, educator, speaker, author, and Vegetarian Hall of Fame in 2018. We chat about her journey from going from a sugar addict to her journey as a vegan/plant-based culinary educator and now her own TV Show host on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDHK7RywWc4z8J5K3MKkvRw __________________ *This episode is sponsored by The THR5 Formula™ Virtual Summit Experience at https://www.thethr5formula.co/ *This episode is sponsored by Listenable.io. Special offer for Thri...

2021-05-241h 05

Thrive Bites S 3 Bonus - My Intimate Journey With My Friend Meg Church SmithsonIn this bonus episode of Thrive Bites, I spend my time with my good friend Meg who is aka the Self-Sabotage Slayer and a relationship coach/expert. We discuss more intimately my journey thus far from my childhood, schooling, training, and how different life experiences have shaped me as a human being, and how I decided to contribute to the world. Take a listen! Check out Meg's work here --> https://www.megchurch.com/ __________________ *This episode is sponsored by The THR5 Formula™ Virtual Summit Experience at https://www.thethr5formula.co/ *Thi...

2021-05-1855 min

Thrive Bites S 3 Ep 21 - Why We Need To Be Financially Fit with Kyle A. SandersIn this episode of Thrive Bites, I chat with Kyle Sanders who is a financial advisor, about the importance of being financially healthy. We also explore the topics of charity and being of service to others! Such empowering tips on this episode, you don't want to miss it! Kyle prides himself on creating significant client relationships built on a mutual alignment of values, philosophies, and expectations. He believes in helping clients see the grander vision of their lives and the people they care about. His clients have chosen him as their lead advisor because of...

2021-03-081h 06

Thrive Bites S 3 Ep 20 - Traveling Without Boundaries with Dr. Paulina BuraczynskiIn this episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with Dr. Paulina B to learn the values of traveling more not just with ourselves, but also with our little loved ones in a very safe manner during these times and for the future. Take a listen! Her short bio, "My name is Paulina Buraczynski, and am a general pediatrician. I am married to another physician, who is a cardiac electrophysiologist, and have two daughters, a 3-year-old and a 2-month-old. I have lived in few different countries which has sparked my interest in traveling at an early age...

2021-02-251h 01

Thrive Bites S 3 Ep 19 - Making Mental Health Stylish with Dr. Vania ManipodIn this episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with Dr. Vania Manipod and we address how mental health is perceived and how different mental health can be and even make it stylish! We have a very open and vulnerable conversation on why mental health doesn't need to be a stigma. Take a listen! Dr. Vania Manipod is a board-certified psychiatrist, speaker, assistant professor, writer, and media contributor based in Orange County, California. Dr. Manipod has built an international following on social media, particularly through her Instagram @freudandfashion and blog freudandfashion.com, which aims to break the stigma of mental he...

2021-02-0959 min

Thrive Bites S 3 Ep 18 - What Plant-Based Eating Taught A Classic Chef with Chef Ramses BravoIn this exciting episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with Chef Ramses Bravo to discuss his journey from working his way up the culinary ladder to leading one of the most prestigious plant-based wellness resorts in California, while unexpectantly changing the lives of so many others. Take a listen! Chef Ramses is the executive Chef for True North Health in Santa Rosa California and the creator of bravopb.com where you can find his online WFPB cooking courses. Although he trained as a regular chef, with a little intervention from the universe, he found himself working a...

2021-01-261h 02

Thrive Bites S 3 Bonus - Plant Based and Oral Health with Dr. Khani Nguyen (Part 2)In this special episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with my lovely friend Dr. Khani Nguyen and in this two-part episode, we discuss what friendship means to us, her first plant-based experience, and how that all applies to our oral health! You don't want to miss this! Dr. Khani Nguyen is a native of Monmouth County, New Jersey. She graduated from Rutgers University with high honors and a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences before attending Case Western Reserve School of Dentistry in Cleveland, Ohio where she earned a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. Since Dr...

2021-01-0137 min

Thrive Bites S 3 Ep 16 - Sleep Is A Vital Sign with Dr. Andrea MatsumuraIn this awesome episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with Dr. Andrea Matsumura who is a sleep specialist and we go over not just the basics, but also why it is vital for us all as a society! You don't want to miss this one! Dr. Andrea Matsumura was born in San Antonio Texas And attended the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio for medical school. She had a desire to explore and thought she was an east coaster for sure. Little did she know when she did an externship as a fourth-year...

2020-12-2851 min

Thrive Bites S 3 Bonus - Plant Based and Oral Health with Dr. Khani Nguyen (Part 1)In this special episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with my lovely friend Dr. Khani Nguyen and in this two-part episode, we discuss what friendship means to us, her first plant-based experience, and how that all applies to our oral health! You don't want to miss this! Dr. Khani Nguyen is a native of Monmouth County, New Jersey. She graduated from Rutgers University with high honors and a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences before attending Case Western Reserve School of Dentistry in Cleveland, Ohio where she earned a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. Since Dr...

2020-12-2340 min

Thrive Bites S 3 Bonus - Chadwick Boseman and Colon Cancer with Dr. Tom SpyratosIn this special episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with my good friend Dr. Tom Spyratos about the recent passing of Chadwick Boseman and his diagnosis and battle with colon cancer and WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW NOW! YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS! Dr. Tom Spyratos is a practicing gastroenterologist in Olympia Fields Illinois, a community located about 25 miles southwest of downtown Chicago. He is actively involved in the graduate medical education program at Franciscan Health - Olympia Fields helping teach internal medicine residents and gastroenterology fellows. Dr. Tom has received my medical degree fr...

2020-09-0248 min

Thrive Bites S 3 Ep 7 - An Integrative and Holistic Approach to Medicine with Dr. Ashley MaltzIn this episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with Dr. Ashley Maltz to discuss what it means to approach in a holistic manner and the basics of Integrative Medicine! Take a listen! Dr. Maltz is Double Board-Certified in Internal & Integrative Medicine. She earned her MD and Master in Public Health from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston followed by completion of her residency in Internal and Preventive Medicine at UTMB in 2011. She then went on to complete a 2-year clinical Integrative Medicine Fellowship at Stamford Hospital in Stamford, CT where she gained extensive training...

2020-08-2444 min

Thrive Bites S 3 Ep 6 - Plant-Based For Life with the Plant Trainers In this brilliant episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with the lovely couple of the Plant Trainers! Shoshana and Adam Chaim have faced a lot of personal odds with health that they decided to take their life back and in doing so has been leading others to do the same with a plant-based lifestyle! Take a listen! Adam and Shoshana Chaim are the co-hosts of the popular Plant Trainers Podcast, helping you improve your quality of life through nutrition and fitness. They are both also public speakers and authors of the Yummy Foods Activity Book For...

2020-08-1047 min

Thrive Bites S 3 Bonus - This Is Your Brain On Food Book ReviewIn this bonus episode of Thrive Bites, I review the book This Is Your Brain On Food. Listen here! Pick up your copy on August 4th, 2020, wherever books are sold. From the publisher, "Did you know that blueberries can help you cope with the aftereffects of trauma? That salami can cause depression, or that boosting Vitamin D intake can help treat anxiety? When it comes to diet, most people's concerns involve weight loss, fitness, cardiac health, and longevity. But what we eat affects more than our bodies; it also affects our brains. And recent studies have sho...

2020-08-0314 min

Thrive Bites S 3 Ep 5 - Using Fitness To Relieve Pain with Dr. Michelle DangIn this episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with Michelle and discuss how fitness came into her life and how she uses that as a tool for chronic pain and also finding balance in our lives! "I was born and raised in Houston, TX, and graduated from the University of St. Thomas in 2002 with a BA in Biology and a minor in Music. I earned my MD at the McGovern Medical School (UT Houston) and matched into anesthesiology residency at UTMB in Galveston. After graduating from residency, I moved to San Antonio, TX where I completed my ...

2020-07-2742 min

Thrive Bites S 3 Ep 4 - The Missing Ingredient of Sleep with Dr. Jody TateIn this episode of Thrive Bites, I sit down with Dr. Jody Tate and we discuss the missing ingredients of good, healthy quality sleep. We discuss sleep basics 101, the difference across ages, and her tips for improving it. Take a listen! Dr. Jody Tate, MD is a quadruple board-certified physician in internal medicine, pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine. She lives and works in Portland, Oregon, and is a wife and mother of 2 children. Her passion is helping people improve their sleep which, in turn, helps them improve their overall health. When she is not in the office, you can find...

2020-07-1347 min

Thrive Bites S 3 Ep 3 - Rising From Physician Burnout with Dr. Charmaine Gregory In this episode of Thrive Bites, I sat down Dr. Charmaine and we tackled the hard struggle of physician burnout and broke it down bit by bit and chatted about her personal health/mental journey and how she triumphed with her own platform! She has served countless patients, taught resident doctors and medical students for 13 years as Clinical Faculty at St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor in Michigan, following Emergency Medicine Residency training at Duke University Medical Center. She has been honored as a nominee for the Golden Apple teaching award by the resident doctors she teaches several...

2020-06-2951 min

Thrive Bites Season 1 NotesThanks, everyone for a wonderful and amazing Season 1!!! I want to thank all my amazing guests who took the time out to contribute their passions and stories to Season 1 of Thrive Bites. As of this bonus episode, we have hit 23 countries and over 1700 downloads! WOW! Let's keep the momentum going! Please rate my show at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thrive-bites/id1459413825 Social Media Links: Website: https://www.chefdoczhu.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheChefDoc/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thechefdoc/?hl=en *Interview views...

2019-10-0402 min

Thrive Bites Welcome to Thrive Bites - Listen Here First!Welcome to the podcast introduction and why I created Thrive Bites! Please enjoy it and thrive!!! Colin, first and foremost, is a student of life, always willing to learn and take on more. Colin takes in all the life experiences he can possibly muster for his personal and professional growth, and to share with his audiences. Colin has studied Osteopathic Medicine in West Virginia and is Board-Certified in Family Practice and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment. Also, he is among the first class of physicians in the world to be Board-Certified in Lifestyle Medicine. In addition, he studied health-supportive a...

2019-04-1003 min