Healing Points: The Evidence-Based CAM Podcast

Lisa Dal Pozzo
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Healing Points explores evidence-based integrative medicine—from TCM and acupuncture to nutrition, herbal remedies, and mind-body therapies. Each episode is based on peer-reviewed research and produced using Python’s gTTS and Audacity. Ideal for practitioners, students, and anyone curious about the science behind complementary and traditional healing systems.

Episodes

  1. Jan 31

    A Safe Harbor: Acupuncture for Vasomotor Symptoms in Hormone-Sensitive Cancers (A Narrative Review)

    This episode explores a critical question in integrative oncology: how can patients with hormone-sensitive cancers (like breast or prostate) safely manage debilitating hot flashes and night sweats? We dive into a narrative review that synthesizes the evidence for acupuncture as a non-hormonal, non-pharmacological strategy for relief, discussing its potential mechanisms and clinical implications. Explore the review: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.5585102518068

    5 min

  2. Jan 24

    Case Report Deep Dive: Combining Acupuncture and Shirodhara for a Child with Refractory Migraine

    This episode delves into a remarkable clinical case where combined acupuncture and Shirodhara (the therapeutic oil drip) provided relief for a child with severe, treatment-resistant migraines. We discuss the synergies of these modalities, the treatment protocol, and the implications for integrative pediatric care. Read the full case report: https://doi.org/10.22271/27080056.2025.v7.i2b.142

    5 min

  3. 07/08/2025

    The Role of Supplements in Migraine Prevention

    In this episode, we explore the findings of a 2025 meta-analysis on supplements used for migraine prophylaxis. Based on data from randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials, the study offers a fresh look at which natural compounds may help reduce migraine frequency and intensity. 🔗 Read the full study here: https://www.neurologyjournal.in/archives/2025.v7.i1.A.32/supplements-for-migraine-prophylaxis-a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis-of-randomized-double-blind-controlled-trials

    5 min

  4. 07/04/2025

    Mushrooms Against Cancer: Ancient Remedies, Modern Science

    In this second episode of Healing Points, we dive into the world of medicinal mushrooms and their promising role in cancer therapy. From boosting immune response to disrupting cancer cell metabolism, these ancient remedies are gaining modern scientific recognition. Drawing from a 2025 peer-reviewed review by Dr. Lisa Dal Pozzo, Professor Secondo Scarsella, and colleagues at Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, we highlight the most studied fungi—Poria cocos, Ganoderma lucidum, Phellinus igniarius, Armillaria mellea, and Auricularia auricula—and explore their mechanisms: inhibiting tumor growth, blocking angiogenesis, regulating immune pathways, and supporting conventional treatments. We also discuss clinical and lab studies, integration with chemotherapy, and how nature-inspired compounds may shape the future of integrative oncology. 🎧 This episode was independently produced using Python’s gTTS (Google Text-to-Speech) and Audacity, and is based entirely on peer-reviewed research. link to the paper: Http://dx.doi.org/10.33545/2664665X.2025.v5.i1a.25 additional link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10672192/

    8 min

  5. 07/03/2025

    Warm Needles, Calm Jaws: Acupuncture for Temporomandibular Disorder

    In this first episode of Healing Points, we explore how warm acupuncture and electroacupuncture are used to treat temporomandibular disorder (TMD)—a condition affecting the jaw, face, and neck. Drawing from a 2025 peer-reviewed review by Lisa Dal Pozzo and colleagues, we break down the evidence behind acupuncture’s role in relieving pain, improving jaw mobility, and reducing recurrence rates. We discuss clinical trials comparing acupuncture to conventional therapies, explain key mechanisms in Traditional Chinese Medicine, and explore the neural circuits activated by electroacupuncture. 🎙️ This episode was independently produced using Python’s gTTS (Google Text-to-Speech) and Audacity, and is based entirely on peer-reviewed research. 🔗 Reference: Dal Pozzo et al., Perspect Integr Med (2025) https://doi.org/10.56986/pim.2025.06.003

    5 min
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Healing Points explores evidence-based integrative medicine—from TCM and acupuncture to nutrition, herbal remedies, and mind-body therapies. Each episode is based on peer-reviewed research and produced using Python’s gTTS and Audacity. Ideal for practitioners, students, and anyone curious about the science behind complementary and traditional healing systems.

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