Health Power: The OG Health Podcast & Dog-Eared Podcast

Lisa Davis MPH

Remember when health podcasts were just starting out? That was us!  Health Power has been empowering listeners to live their healthiest lives for over a decade, and we're still going strong. We're old school in the best way possible: no fads, just facts. Host Lisa, with her Master's in Public Health and 26 years in health media, offers time-tested wisdom and practical strategies to help you truly thrive. On Health Power, you'll discover: Evidence-based guidance: Straightforward facts for a healthier you.Holistic well-being: Connecting mind, body, and spirit.Sustainable habits: Practical steps for lasting change.Insightful discussions: Expert interviews that cut through the noise. Join the Health Power community—we've been your trusted source for a healthier life for years. Subscribe today!  POSTS EVERY TUESDAY! "DOG-EARED" PODCAST - Do you like to read books about dogs? Would you love to hear from the authors of your favorite dog-related books? Listen to "DOG-EARED" every Thursday! 

  1. EP #1585: How To De-Stress & Conquer Chaos  50 Hacks for Everyday Calm for Ultimate Self-Care

    5H AGO

    EP #1585: How To De-Stress & Conquer Chaos 50 Hacks for Everyday Calm for Ultimate Self-Care

    Send us a text Lisa is joined by Jessica Cording, the author of  The Little Book of Game Changers: 50 Healthy Habits for Managing Stress & Anxiety. Jessica Cording, MS, RD, CDN, INHC is a registered dietitian, health coach, and author with a passion for helping people simplify their wellness routine by building sustainable healthy habits. Through her writing, consulting, public speaking, and counseling, she works with individuals, corporations, and the media to help make drama-free healthy living approachable and enjoyable. She is the author of The Little Book of Game-Changers: 50 Healthy Habits For Managing Stress & Anxiety and the upcoming The Farewell Tour: A Caregiver’s Guide To Stress Management, Sane Nutrition, and Better Sleep (Viva Editions). She also runs the Drama-Free Healthy Living podcast and has recorded guided meditations for Simple Habit. She also has created educational content for CARAVAN Wellness. Cording is a part of the mindbodygreen Collective and a frequent contributor to various media outlets such as Forbes, SHAPE, and more. Additionally, a big believer in the mental and physical benefits of exercise, she is a certified Pilates mat instructor.  BOOK DESCRIPTION: Dietician and health coach Jessica Cording provides anyone burdened with stress and anxiety with the encouragement to make life-changing improvements one small step at a time. For anyone burdened by stress and anxiety, just the thought of trying to make a positive life change can feel utterly overwhelming. Wanting to live a healthier life may sound easy, but what about the time needed for meal prepping? What about the added meal plan costs to your budget? Do you have to wake up at dawn to take that meditation class? When you are surrounded by stress, it's all too easy to completely derail yourself . . . with more stress. Life is hard enough--the road to a stress-free life should feel easy! Dietitian and health coach Jessica Cording is here with one simple solution: focus on healthy living for your real life. Just like you, she doesn't have time for a step-by-step plan or a one-size-fits-all, gimmicky solution to all your stress- or anxiety-related health and wellness problems. Cording's short, simple, no-nonsense advice will help you make healthy choices to improve your eating habits, sleep, energy levels, mentality, and exercise routines. These 50 mind, body, and spirit hacks will dial down the drama and find workable ways to nurture health and wellness when life gets real. Cording's insight and experience will have you laughing, rolling your eyes along with her, and exclaiming "Aha!" more than once. This book is for anyone and everyone who wants to chill the heck out and feel a little--or a lot--better. Watch out health and wellness goals--we're coming at you with some game changers!

    23 min
  2. EP #1584: Fighting Silent Inflammation with Diet & Nutrition For Ultimate Self-Care

    22H AGO

    EP #1584: Fighting Silent Inflammation with Diet & Nutrition For Ultimate Self-Care

    Send us a text You can do a lot through diet to reduce your inflammation and lower your risk of disease and early death.Inflammation is a huge health issue in today's world, especially because it can lead to so many deadly chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Silent inflammation occurs when you don't have typical symptoms or a diagnosis of a disease, but your body is still harboring the potential. According to Dr. Michael T. Murray, you can do a lot through diet to reduce your inflammation and lower your risk of disease and early death. For instance, sugar increases inflammation, as do the "wrong kind" of fats (saturated, omega-6, cholesterol).  On the other hand, richly colored fruits and vegetables high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties are essential for reducing inflammation. Omega-3 fish oils and monounsaturated fats (olive oil, avocado, nuts and seeds) are also beneficial for fighting inflammation. A hot supplement in the natural health world is curcumin (turmeric). Research suggests there is great promise for this being a safe and effective alternative to NSAIDs. Theracurmin is an advanced form of curcumin; it is more bio-available and better absorbed by your body. What other supplements does Dr. Murray advise? His top three include a high-potent multivitamin, extra vitamin D3 (2000-5000 IU/day), and a good pharmaceutical grade grade fish oil.  You can also request a C-reactive protein blood test, which is a strong predictor of those chronic diseases (heart disease, cancer, diabetes).  And, finally, remember that anytime your waist is larger than your hips, you're at a higher risk for inflammation. While supplements can help lower inflammation, you also need to control your weight and eat healthy, whole foods. Listen in as Dr. Murray joins host Lisa Davis to share more about the importance of diet and nutrition in reducing inflammation and lowering your risk for common chronic diseases.

    10 min
  3. EP #1579 - "DOG-EARED" THURSDAYS: More Than Just a "Good Boy": Turning Your Pup into a Super Dog

    SEP 18

    EP #1579 - "DOG-EARED" THURSDAYS: More Than Just a "Good Boy": Turning Your Pup into a Super Dog

    Send us a text Lisa is joined by Sara Carson, author of Super Dog Tricks: Make Your Dog a Super Dog with Step by Step Tricks and Training Tips. Growing up in Ontario, Canada, Sara successfully ran her own dog training facility for over five years. During that time period, she taught dog tricks, obedience, puppy foundation, and agility classes. Sara is revered as one of the top international trick dog trainers and has received several awards showcasing her achievements in the past years. Her dogs have earned a multitude of agility titles and are savvy in dock diving, frisbee and canine freestyle. Sara and her Super Collies have made an appearances on The Late Show with David Letterman and continue to captivated audiences all over the world. She has aptly earned her title as Celebrity Dog Trainer after placing 5th on season 12 of America's Got Talent. She also was awarded Dog Trainer of The Year in 2017 from Greater Mats.Currently, she is living in a class C RV and spending her days traveling along with teaching dog trick workshops around the globe. BOOK DESCRIPTION: You’ve seen them on TV, now learn from Sara and her Super Collies! Find easy-to-follow directions and photos for all the classic tricks as well as showstoppers like taking a selfie and skateboarding! Whether you have a new puppy or have an “old dog” ready to learn some new tricks, Sara will get you and your dog working together in no time. Learn fundamentals like food and toy drive, leash walking, and crate training, as well as tips for important day-to-day bonding and behavior. Whenever you’re ready, dive into the tricks! Chapters and tricks include: Super Simple Tricks: Sit, down, shake a paw, wave, take a bow, footsies, hand target, leg weaves, sit pretty, over arms, back up, crawl, and more. Super Impressive Tricks: Cross paws, hide in a suitcase, turn lights on (and off), take a selfie, orbit, footstall, fake pee, limp, open (and close) a door, and more. The Super Trick Dog: Jump rope, skateboard, hold an object, retrieve and put toys away, dance, hug, walking on hind legs, and more. Sara also includes a home version of canine freestyle (the choreographed routines she is famous for and that you may have seen at competitions). With information for finding the right music, safely selecting costumes, and how to transition between one trick and another in a routine, you’ll have all you need to craft a fun routine of your own. It’s not only a fun way to impress the neighborhood, it’s a great way to build a deeper relationship with your dog. Every dog has a super dog within…unleash your dog’s potential with Super Dog Tricks!

    45 min
4.5
out of 5
80 Ratings

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Remember when health podcasts were just starting out? That was us!  Health Power has been empowering listeners to live their healthiest lives for over a decade, and we're still going strong. We're old school in the best way possible: no fads, just facts. Host Lisa, with her Master's in Public Health and 26 years in health media, offers time-tested wisdom and practical strategies to help you truly thrive. On Health Power, you'll discover: Evidence-based guidance: Straightforward facts for a healthier you.Holistic well-being: Connecting mind, body, and spirit.Sustainable habits: Practical steps for lasting change.Insightful discussions: Expert interviews that cut through the noise. Join the Health Power community—we've been your trusted source for a healthier life for years. Subscribe today!  POSTS EVERY TUESDAY! "DOG-EARED" PODCAST - Do you like to read books about dogs? Would you love to hear from the authors of your favorite dog-related books? Listen to "DOG-EARED" every Thursday! 

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