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Wellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliBreaking the Pain Cycle: Natural Relief Without Opioids, Rewiring Pain: beyond the prescription padChronic pain is real—but so is hope. In this episode of Wellness and Wisdom, Dr. Nadu Tuakli sits down with Dr. Shana Johnson, a specialist in physical medicine and rehab, to explore why pain persists and how to heal without relying on opioids. Learn how science, mindset, and movement can help you break the pain cycle for good. Does cannabis really work and is it safe?#PainRelief#ChronicPain#PainScience#OpioidAlternatives#FunctionalMedicine#HolisticHealth#MindBodyMedicine#DrShanaJohnson#WellnessAndWisdom#PainRecovery#NonOpioidSolutions#PhysicalMedicine#RehabilitationMedicine#cannabisforpain2025-05-2433 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliJoint Effort: Natural Arthritis Relief with Diet, Supplements & Holistic CareStruggling with arthritis pain? You’re not alone—and relief may be closer than you think. In this episode of Wellness and Wisdom, Dr. Nadu Tuakli is joined by renowned rheumatologist Dr. Diana Girnita, founder of Rheumatologist OnCall, to explore holistic, evidence-based approaches to managing arthritis—without relying solely on medications.They dive into:The differences between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritisAnti-inflammatory diets that actually helpThe role of supplements and movementWhen surgery makes sense—and when it doesn’tWhy mindset, inflammation, and immune health all matterWhether you're newly diagnosed or looking for a fresh approach to long-st...2025-05-1631 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliThe Libido Dilemma: Is Intercourse Overrated? Rediscovering Intimacy, Passion & Pleasure After 40Is sex all its cracked up to be? Has your sex drive disappeared—or changed in ways you didn’t expect? Wondering if intimacy is more than just intercourse? You’re not alone.In this powerful episode of Wellness & Wisdom with Dr. Nadu Tuakli, we sit down with leading sexual medicine expert Dr. Susan Kellogg Spadt to talk about low libido, vaginal dryness, pelvic floor pain, and the emotional toll of sexual dysfunction.Together, we unpack the truth about what happens to desire after 40, how to reignite it—and why intercourse might just be overrated. Dr. Spad...2025-04-0647 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliThe Voice Behind Legends—From Tina Turner to Elton John, Bill Wyman, Sting & More: Beverley Skeete!Wellness and Wisdom with Dr. Nadu Tuakli presents a special episode featuring the incredible powerhouse vocalist Beverley Skeete—a woman whose voice has touched millions.Beverley has graced the stage with legendary artists including Sir Elton John, Annie Lennox, Bill Wyman of the Rolling Stones, Chaka Khan, Tina Turner, Sting, Mary Wilson, Eric Clapton, Beatle George Harrison, Barry White, and many more. Not only has she supported these icons, but she has also built an impressive solo career, releasing several albums of her own.Beyond the concert stage, Beverley’s voice has been featured in major films such as Evit...2025-03-0854 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliA Survivor’s Fight to End Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)"A powerful conversation about courage, culture, and change."This is an interview with Social Activist and Nobel Peace Prize nominee Jaha Dukureh who recently published her book detailing her life and how it was impacted by being a victim of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in her first month of life. Jaha was unaware of what had happened to her until she was married off at 15 and her 'husband' was unable to consummate their 'marriage'. She narrates the events of how she ended up in New York without support and how the birth of her daughter triggered her to become...2025-02-2629 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWho Will Take Care of You When You're Old? You Will,... by Mastering the 6 Pillars of Health Now!What is Zone 2 exercise, and why is it crucial for your health? What are the powerhouse moves that truly help with weight loss? Why is the Standard American Diet so "SAD"? How do you cut through the noise and discover the best way to eat? Dr. Sara Bajuyo joins us for a transformative discussion about the 6 pillars of health. We cover the common dietary mistakes people make, how much protein and fiber you really need, and practical tips for thriving rather than just surviving. Learn how investing in your health now can save you money and add years to...2025-01-0637 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliShould You Take Hormone Therapy? The Real Deal, Two Doctors Break Down Menopause Myths and TruthsJoin Dr. Nadu Tuakli and Dr. Barbie Taylor, aka Menopause Barbie, in an eye-opening discussion about the transformative and often misunderstood phases of menopause. Did you know that 6,000 women in the U.S. alone enter menopause every day, contributing to over 1 billion menopausal women worldwide? In this episode, we explore the truths about hormone therapy, the stages of menopause, and how self-advocacy and education are vital for navigating this life transition. Whether you're currently in menopause, approaching it, or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers vital insights and empowering advice to help you make informed decisions about your...2024-11-2929 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliDivorce and Menopause, how "Menopausomics" is involvedFarhana Shahzady a family law attorney with over 20 years experience representing couples who are divorcing discusses what she calls menopausomics and explains how menopause and divorce are interrelated. How does menopause affect relationships at home and in the work place? Is it reversible or just something women have to live with? Take a listen!2024-07-2639 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliLiving vibrantly after breast cancer with hormone replacement therapy means improved quality of lifeDr Bluming is an oncologist, yes that’s right a cancer specialist who believes that women who have had breast cancer or have a family history of it can safely take estrogen therapy. He is a co-author of the book " Estrogen Matters: Why taking hormones in menopause can improve women’s well-being and lengthen their lives WITHOUT raising the risk of breast cancer" an Amazon best seller. His most recent scientific publication is called "Hormone replacement after breast cancer: It is time! " This review article was published in the cancer journal Vol 28, number 3 in the summer of 2022.2024-07-2150 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliHow to be menopausal and enjoy it! A comedian talks about Breast cancer, Depression, Menopause & HRTComedienne Anne Gildea reveals why she is on HRT even though she is a breast cancer survivor. She talks about Depression, Breast cancer and Hormone replacement. Her one woman show is called "How to get Menopause and Enjoy it!" She has been on many International radio and TV shows including a stint with Jon Stewart, she's been on the Late, late show and is currently touring Ireland for her third season. On this podcast Anee talks about Reverse Puberty and how Hormone Replacement therapy changed her life. She is here to shine her light on the wonderful subject of...2024-07-1528 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliHow old is too old (or too young) to be on hormones? The wonders of Bioidentical Hormone replacementA conversation with a 79 year old patient who has been on hormones for 28 years and loving them. Do you have questions about Bioidentical hormone replacement? Well its all here in Sex, Sanity and Sleep! A 2 minute description of my book that answers all your questions on Perimenopause, Menopause and Andropause2024-06-1109 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu Tuakli80 year old prof body builder : "Eat bacon! Self love is critical and movement is the cure for depression."“What if your best years haven’t happened yet?” A 80 year old professional body builder talks about self love, why she eats bacon and grazes all day. 80 year old Iris Davis shows us how to work out in a chair, what drives her and why she thinks she is not special “I’m my own biggest influencer” she says proudly. She tells us about fake tans and how to manage your inner dialogue when the going gets tough. How to build muscle even in your 70’s and how she keeps up with (vice versa!) her hu...2024-05-0332 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliOh, Oh, Ozempic! All about GLP-1 meds, how to, meds vs surgery, muscle vs fat, safety, cost, cancer.Obesity is a chronic disease and affects up to1 in 3 people in the western world. The latest hot topic in obesity medicine is the GLP-1 agonist class.Oh, Oh, Ozempic! Yep it’s all here! This podcast will cover everything you want to know about the GLP-1 medications. How do they work?What are the 5 successful habits of the biggest (weight) losers ? Do you lose more with these medications or with surgery? How long do you have to be on the medicine. Is it aa life long investment? How do you prevent losing muscle as well as fat? How mu...2024-05-0154 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu Tuakli"I survived Alzheimer's, it's so nice to have a brain!! " Dr. Sally Weinrich Alzheimer's survivorA conversation with Dr. Sally Weinrich Alzheimer's survivor and renowned researcher and a few words from her husband Prof. Dr. Martin Weinrich "It's a miracle!" Sally explains how it physically hurts when you are trying to think but can't. Believe your ears when you hear proof that Alzheimer's CAN be prevented and reversed, and lives can be changed for the better. Sally who knew 4 relatives who had Alzheimer's started to have symptoms over 15 years ago. She describes her battle with Alzheimer's and how now, as she puts it, she is "on the other side of the wall". Her story...2024-04-1337 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu Tuakli72 year old award winning body builder advises on living, aging, weight loss, hormones and more!In this podcast I speak with Renee Landers who started hormones at 60 and body building at 69. She describes being at her peak and how to be positive and motivated at any age. She describes her pescatarian diet and how much protein people should eat daily and her exercise workout. She answers questions on 'meal prep' and how to lose weight one pound at a time. "You gotta eat to lose weight!" "Abs are made in the kitchen". She tells us how to plan for success and why she thinks lifting weights is the fountain of youth. I look forward...2024-03-0540 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu Tuakli83 year old doctor with a remarkable memory diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2008 proves reversal is realMeet Dr. Lucy a retired medical doctor with a memory better than mine 8 years after she was officially diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Here she shares her story as an Alzheimer's disease survivor, living proof that people can reclaim their memory and get back to a normal life, in spite of the disease. The symptoms of Alzheimer's disease are reversible, believe it and spread the word! Please share this podcast with everyone so we can bring people back from or better yet, never get to the abyss that has characterized this disease thus far. As they say "...2024-01-2240 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliNew book with Gloria Steinem, Diane Von Furstenberg and others by Gaia Van Der Esch also COP 28 Climate conferenceGloria Steinem, Diane von Furstenberg, Christiana Figueres, and others all appear in "Leading our way: How women are re-defining leadership" a new book by Gaia Van Der Esch.We discuss her book and the recent COP 28 United Nations conference on climate change in Dubai, December 2023.“The world is changing, and so must our understanding of leadership.” Through the stories of trailblazing female leaders Gaia Van der Esch attempts to discover what a different style of leadership could look like and how we can all create change. Looking at world events right now that change cannot come soon enough.Gaia Van...2024-01-0838 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu Tuakli84 year old anti-aging patient recommends the concierge program and explains why its never too lateWishing you all a very happy, safe and healthy New Year! A 'senior' patient helps me explain the true meaning of anti-aging and why it is never too late to feel good. If not now, when?! Are you worried about getting older? Don't be, whatever you fear about aging can be addressed. The sooner the better. Many of the issues that cause people anxiety are addressed in my podcasts but this one is to laud a very perky 84 year old! Let's celebrate the future together. Many thanks Loretta for sharing and helping others2024-01-0111 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliThe cure for Alzheimer's seriously? How come no one knows? Learn how to reverse and prevent AD today !In this podcast I talk to Dr. Dale Bredesen who is a neurologist who has been working on Alzheimer's for years. Author of the New York Times best seller: "The End of Alzheimer's the first program to reverse and prevent cognitive decline". In his book he details his program and now has thousands of patients that he has helped. If you fear Alzheimer's disease or know someone who was diagnosed with it you should listen to this podcast, hopefully in time to help someone else.There is a documentary streaming now on Amazon Prima and Apple play.Here is...2023-12-221h 13Wellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliFOOT SMART : What can go wrong with feet? Stand on them all day, how do you preserve them? Good shoes and great feetAn in depth discussion with Dr. Priya Parthasarathy Podiatrist about how to have healthy and pain free feet. Bunions, plantar fascitis and toenail fungus all explained and treatment discussed. What is PRP and shock wave therapy? Minimally invasive bunionectomy and fat pad injections along with other new wave treatments. DO you know what shoes are best for YOUR feet? Make sure you have shower shoes and do not walk bare foot. Check this out BEFORE you buy your next pair of sneakers!2023-12-1737 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWhat goes wrong with feet? You stand on them all day, how do you preserve them? Good shoes and great feet!An in depth discussion with Dr. Priya Parthasarathy Podiatrist about how to have healthy and pain free feet. Bunions, plantar fascitis and toenail fungus all explained and treatment discussed. What is PRP and shock wave therapy? Minimally invasive bunionectomy and fat pad injections along with other new wave treatments. DO you know what shoes are best for YOUR feet? Make sure you have shower shoes and do not walk bare foot. Check this out BEFORE you buy your next pair of sneakers!2023-12-1640 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliMature talk: pelvic floor conditions, incontinence, prolapse, G spot, vaginal rejuvenation, orgasmDr. Tuakli discusses all of the above topics with Dr. Briana Walton a seasoned expert in gynecology and urology. Why would you use coconut oil in your vagina? How do you augment your clitoris? What is an orgasm exactly and how are all the conditions of the pelvic floor interrelated? Do women who have not had children suffer from prolapse? what causes incontinence or so called over active bladder? what can surgery fix? Why would you need botox or fillers in your private parts Listen to this podcast for answers to all these questions and much, much more!2023-12-0440 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliReally lose weight and keep it off with NY Times Best selling author Dr Furhman. Need Ozempic? Part2In this episode we talk about how to prevent stroke and heart disease and create guaranteed weight loss. Dr Fuhrman gives us his opinion about Ozempic and other diets and why the ketotic diets can be fatal. How to avoid the health tragedies that kill most Americans and others in the western world. According to Dr. Fuhrman, within one week of switching to a nutraterian diet there are changes that can be documented in clogged arteries in the heart. Why is your omega 3 to omega 6 index a major concern and how to fix it. If you follow the recommended...2023-12-0243 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliEat to Live to 107 with NY times 7 time # 1 best selling author Dr. Joel Fuhrman A 2 part series of in depth discussion about how to "Eat to Live" with 7 time NY Times # 1 Best Selling Author Dr. Joel Fuhrman. Dr Fuhrman describes the power of nutrition and why he thinks "a piece of chicken is like a bagel". How good nutrition can CURE diabetes, and radically improve psoriasis. We discuss questions like: What is wrong with milk? What should pregnant women eat? Why you should not eat brown rice. Why you cannot medicate yourself into good health and how to prevent cancer. What exactly is a nutraterian diet? "Drugs make the numbers look better while...2023-11-0544 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliPart 2 of a conversation with Dame Elizabeth AnionwuPart 2 of a conversation with Dame Elizabeth Anionwu discussing child abuse, her book and making people aware of sickle cell anemia. She also discusses being radical at all ages and how to get things done in a political environment.2023-09-3040 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliFrom an orphanage to King Charles' coronation in UK with Dame Elizabeth Anionwu, and her mother's dreamsA conversation with Dame Elizabeth Anionwu PhD, Order of Merit, BBC's Women of the year in 2020 and Recipient of the Pride of Britain Life Time Achievement award talks about her new book and her rise from living in a children's home to becoming one of the most important people in the UK and carrying the Sovereign's orb at King Charles' coronation in May 2023. Dame Anionwu was the first nurse specializing in Sickle Cell Disease in England resulting in universal screening of all babies at birth for this potentially deadly genetic condition. We talk about where she is today and...2023-08-1253 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliSemaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy and Rybelsus) treatment of ObesityHow fast can you lose weight? Super fast is not necessarily good! This is a podcast about semaglutides like Ozempic for weight loss. A discussion with a pharmacist about the pros and cons, side effects and complications of this treatment group as well as a conversation about weight loss in general. What is "Ozempic face"? How much do they cost? Who cannot take them, do you have to take them forever? These questions are all addressed in this podcast.2023-07-0736 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliMID LIFE THINK TANK!! THRIVING TO 100: Longevity, Mating and Self re-inventionIf you are over 50 and are told to start thinking of slowing down, remember you dont have to unless you want to. Don't be discouraged from doing new things you can continue to make an impact on your family, community and the world if you so choose to. Not everyone needs to go back to school. Most women already have the skills and knowledge they need. Join the conversation and find out how to thrive to 100 and beyond! My guest Avivah Wittenberg Cox is a speaker, writer and business consultant She specializes in longevity, gender balancing and the impact...2023-06-3031 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliAll about PCOS (polycystic ovaries syndrome) and PMS (premenstrual syndrome) and hormone balancing in younger womenThis episode is a continuation of a discussion with a compounding pharmacist Sharzhad Green PharmD about hormone balancing. In this part we discuss aspects of this that affect younger women. Do you know someone with PCOS or PMS? This episode is for them. Do you have unexplained excess weight, hairiness, irregular periods or infertility? You could have PCOS. If your premenstrual symptoms or menstrual cramps are more than just a bother take a listen, there are ways to fix them with natural supplements in addition to prescriptions. Wellness and Wisdom, check it out!2023-06-2229 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliHormone imbalance and Women's sexual dysfunction: How compounding pharmacists are part of a hormone replacement team. There is more than one way to skin a cat!Do over the counter supplements work? Things like Soy, Black Cohosh and Evening primrose for hot flashes. Did you know that fish oil could help? Here I am chatting with Dr. Shazad Green a compounding pharmacist about the team approach to menopause management and women's sexual dysfunction. Some of the topics covered in this segment include herbal products for improved libido, urinary tract infections, vaginal dryness and hot flashes. We also touched on saliva vs blood testing for hormones and pellets. In part 2 we talk about PCOS and PMS and menstrual cramps 2023-06-1732 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliA conversation with Gaia Van der Esch global changemaker extraordinaire Become inspired! In this episode I talk to a young global changemaker. Gaia Van der Esch is managing director of a global movement to build a world with zero exclusion, zero carbon and zero poverty called 3ZERO. Her organization supports over 20 million people living in contexts of crisis every year. She previously led the G20 EMPOWER alliance, working with CEOs and ministers across G20 countries to advance policies and actions that empower women in the workforce. Selected in 2017 by Forbes in its 30 under 30 list. Gaia has authored 2 books, the latest one Leading Our Way is to be published this...2023-06-1755 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliThe real deal with Long Covid, Autism and Lyme disease. What do they have in common? A naturopathic approach to common diseases and the not so common ones with Dr. Lindsey Wells NDThe gut is responsible for the majority of your immune system and as such is a very important organ. When you have strange symptoms that you can't put your finger on make sure you have maximized your microbiome. Listen to find out about helminth (worm) treatment from beetles via rat feces! Doesnt sound very palatable but according to Dr. Lindsey Wells ND it is a 'game changer'. In this episode we explore alternative therapies for very common conditions including autoimmune conditions like asthma, eczema and psoriasis.2023-05-2957 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliIts not where you start its about crafting the journey. A teenage runaway goes from New York to Colombia via California. How to pivot when change is needed. Self empowerment and re-invention.A conversation with a teenage runaway made good. Mar Rosati ran away from home in New York at 15 and crossed the country to California. After becoming a successful business executive she gave it all up along with her marriage of 23 years and moved to Colombia, South America. There she created a non profit organization helping underpriviledged women and girls in Medellin. She shares with us some of the things she has learned along the way. This podcast talks about giving back and mentorship. Summary: A podcast about self empowerment and re-invention. How Mar went from a runaway teen to...2023-05-2635 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWinning tips on Diet and Nutrition from the Philadelphia 76ers dietitianIn this episode of the Wellness and Wisdom Podcast we have a conversation with Emily Werner PhD, RD the dietitian and kinesiologist of the Philadelphia 76ers. We discuss energy, nutrition, supplements and weight control. How do you know you are getting a quality supplement? Is weight control all about eating for your blood type? Do you want peak performance? What do elite athletes and mature women have in common? Is intermittent fasting a real diet? and much more!2023-05-2242 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliIS MENOPAUSE ALL ITS CRACKED UP TO BE ? Maybe its more! A serious yet fun discussion about the pros and cons of HRT with Dr. 'Menopause' BarbieThis podcast is a conversation with 'Menopause Barbie' about hormone balancing, self empowerment, reinvention and menopause zest. Should women settle for the three deadly diseases of hormone deficiency : heart disease, osteoporosis and dementia. Not to mention the symptoms they cause. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women and it rises exponentially as hormone levels drop. There is no other hormone deficiency state that people are asked to endure or that is considered normal. If you actually have crippling hot flashes you may be one of the lucky few because it forces you to seek out information...2023-05-1556 minWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliWellness And Wisdom with Dr Nadu TuakliTrailerThis podcast is designed to empower women who want to make a difference in their families and communities. Moderated by Dr. Nadu Tuakli a family doctor and preventive medicine specialist. author, mother, teacher and expert in anti-aging and longevity who is passionate about adding life to your years. Featuring a range of experts these conversations will offer common sense solutions that guide women to achieve their peak performance at any age. We cover a range of areas that matter to women over 40, from perimenopause and diet to retirement and beyond. Please hit that follow button so you...2023-05-0800 min