10 episodes
Optimistic Realist MD James Leu
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This podcast is a journey for us to rediscover the humanism behind medicine which hopefully will help renew everyone’s motivation to take back control and strive towards better health.
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#11: The Hepatic Dilemma: Protect your liver to prevent metabolic diseases
Have you ever wondered who the physician scientists are who help discover new therapies or information necessary for the advancement of medicine? In this podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Utpal Pajvani regarding the possible underlying causes of obesity, diabetes, and fatty liver disease. We also discussed the importance of healthy living and strategies to get you on the right track.
Originally filmed: December 6th, 2020 -
#9: Hormones 101: What are hormones?
Dr. Leu and Nick discuss what chemicals in the body constitute as hormones, how hormones are regulated, and how endocrine-disrupting chemicals can interfere with normal hormone function.
Originally filmed: July 18th, 2020 -
#8: Understanding Your Thyroid
Dr. Leu and Nick discuss the function of the thyroid gland, tips to maintain a healthy thyroid, and basics about thyroid disease.
Originally Filmed: June 27th, 2020 -
#7: Combating the Obesity Epidemic
During this first in person recording, Nick and Dr. Leu discuss the worsening obesity epidemic and discuss possible lifestyle strategies to help combat it.
Originally filmed: May 31st, 2020 -
#6: Finding the Light in the Darkness (and Coming Out Stronger)
Dr. Leu and Nick discuss a quote by Brené Brown and discuss personal revelations and transformations during this dark period to emerge stronger after the pandemic.
Originally Filmed: April 30th, 2020 -
#5: Personalizing Your Exercise and Nutrition
Kristy and Nick discuss the different aspects of exercise including: how you should choose your exercise, how much exercise is too much, and the importance of pairing exercise with meditation and nutrition.
Originally filmed: April 24th, 2020