The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast EdLogics

In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner is joined by Reed Davis, a Double Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP) and Certified Nutritional Therapist (CNT), and a popular expert in functional lab testing and holistic lifestyle medicine.

Reed is the Founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® (FDN) and the FDN Certification Course with over 4000 graduates in 50 countries.

With an illustrious tenure as Health Director at a premier Wellness Center in Southern California spanning over a decade, Reed has personally attended to more than 10,000 clients, solidifying his reputation as one of the most experienced practitioners in the field. Additionally, Reed lends his expertise as an advisor to the Board of American Natural Wellness Coaches and the American Association of Natural Wellness Coaches.

Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) is home to a committed team of pioneers, educators, and wellness advocates who come together with a shared mission: to educate and inspire individuals to attain optimal health through natural means.

In a wide-ranging conversation, Seth and Reed discuss:

☑️ Challenges people face when seeking effective healthcare solutions.

☑️ The importance of empowering patients to take control of their health.

☑️ Core components of Reed's health building program.

☑️ Why is scientific literacy important in the field of functional diagnostic nutrition?

☑️ The challenges of maintaining scientific rigor in an era of abundant, often conflicting health information.

☑️ Principles and practices that can be applied to promote better workplace health literacy and wellness programs.

☑️ And much more.

For show notes and resources, visit EdLogics Podcast.

About The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast from EdLogics - Health Literacy Platform.

Improving health literacy — the ability to understand and act on health information — is key to improving health outcomes and lowering costs.

Together with business and community leaders, we'll explore effective, behavior-changing solutions that can improve health literacy — and drive engagement in corporate and public health and wellness programs.

☑️ Learn About EdLogics

Want to see how EdLogics' gamified platform can boost health literacy, drive engagement in health and wellness programs, and help people live happier, healthier lives?

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Links:

FDN website - www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com

Reed Davis - www.linkedin.com/in/reeddavis

In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner is joined by Nico Pronk, President and Institutional Official of HealthPartners Institute and Chief Science Officer at HealthPartners to talk about the impact of cultural change, health literacy, and building trust in the workplace.

The HealthPartners organization is a health plan and a health system comprised of several hospitals and clinics in the Twin Cities area.

Dr. Pronk is a prominent figure in public health research, with a focus on bridging evidence-based practices with real-world applications to enhance population health and well-being.

As a Senior Research Investigator at the HealthPartners Institute and an Affiliate Full Professor at the University of Minnesota, School of Public Health, he is dedicated to developing and implementing programs, policies, and systems that demonstrably improve public health outcomes. Dr. Pronk's expertise extends across various settings, including workplaces, healthcare systems, and communities, where he pioneers innovative models to address health challenges at research, practice, and policy levels.

Recognized for his leadership and expertise, Dr. Pronk has held influential positions such as co-chair of the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Advisory Committee on National Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Objectives for Healthy People 2030. He also serves on the Food and Nutrition Board, chairs the Roundtable on Obesity Solutions at the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, and contributes to several other boards and organizations dedicated to advancing health research and policy.

Dr. Pronk's contributions are both scholarly and practical, as evidenced by his extensive publications and international speaking engagements on population health and well-being. He earned his doctorate in exercise physiology from Texas A&M University and completed post-doctoral studies in behavioral medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, solidifying his interdisciplinary approach to tackling public health challenges.

In a wide-ranging conversation, Nico and Seth discuss:

☑️ Addressing cultural change and health literacy in the workplace.

☑️ Successful initiatives implemented by organizations to promote anti-racism within work teams.

☑️ Main challenges in integrating new staff and maintaining collegialism in the changing workforce landscape.

☑️ How employers can encourage greater participation in health and well-being initiatives among their workforce.

☑️ Societal forces influencing the health and well-being of individuals in the workplace.

☑️ Integrating health literacy into overall well-being strategies for the workforce.

☑️ And much more.

For show notes and resources, visit EdLogics Podcast.

About The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast

Improving health literacy — the ability to understand and act on health information — is key to improving health outcomes and lowering costs.

Together with business and community leaders, we'll explore effective, behavior-changing solutions that can improve health literacy — and drive engagement in corporate and public health and wellness programs.

Learn About EdLogics

Want to see how EdLogics' gamified platform can boost health literacy, drive engagement in health and wellness programs, and help people live happier, healthier lives?

Visit the EdLogics website. 
Links:
HealthPartners Institute - www.healthpartners.com
Dr. Nico Pronk - linkedin.com/in/nico-pronk-b2450768

In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner is joined by Sanya Rajpal, the CEO and Co-Founder of AdagioVR, a scientifically based, self-led, and scalable solution for well-being delivered through virtual reality, to talk about the potential impact of virtual reality on mental health, behavioral change, and trauma-focused approaches.

Sanya Rajpal is a lawyer holding a Master's in Education and International Development from UCL and an MBA from the University of Oxford.

AdagioVR provides mental well-being products that use Virtual Reality as a platform to deliver video programs based on techniques of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing for at-home management of a variety of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, and mild trauma.

In a wide-ranging conversation, Seth and Sanya discuss:

☑️ A unique approach to interventions in mental health and well-being using virtual reality (VR) technology.

☑️ Barriers to widespread adoption of VR in the healthcare space.

☑️ Making VR interventions more accessible to communities with limited resources.

☑️ The importance of offering tangible, meaningful mental health and well-being interventions.

☑️ Using VR technology to educate and engage individuals in understanding their own health journey, including mental, behavioral, and physical aspects.

☑️ And much more.

About the Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast from EdLogics

Improving health literacy — the ability to understand and act on health information — is key to improving health outcomes and lowering costs.

Together with business and community leaders, we'll explore effective, behavior-changing solutions that can improve health literacy — and drive engagement in corporate and public health and wellness programs.

Learn about EdLogics

Want to see how EdLogics' gamified platform can boost health literacy, drive engagement in health and wellness programs, and help people live happier, healthier lives? Visit the main EdLogics website: www.edlogics.com.

Links:

Sanya Rajpal’s LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/sanya-rajpal-90298512a

Adagio VR: www.adagiovr.com

In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner is joined by Tom Chamberlain (CEO of EdLogics), Sushant Gupta (Co-Founder & CEO of Meomind), and Eric Zimmerman (Chief Innovation Officer and Chief Commercialization Officer at Kumanu) to talk about the role of digital platforms in educating and guiding individuals through transitions, particularly in the healthcare and mental health landscape.

The episode delves into how these digital platforms address health literacy, engage users in mental health support, and leverage technology to drive impact and engagement.

In a wide-ranging conversation, Tom, Sushant, Eric, and Seth discuss:

☑️ Key strategies and technologies used to engage individuals in on-demand mental health support and address health literacy.

☑️ Providing real-time information and adapting to current events and trends to deliver personalized and relevant content to users.

☑️ Insights into intrinsic motivation and its relationship with engagement with health platforms.

☑️ Challenges and opportunities in integrating digital health solutions into everyday life.

☑️ The role of gamification and game-based learning in engaging individuals and improving health literacy.

☑️ And much more.

For show notes and resources, visit EdLogics Podcast.

About The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast from EdLogics

Improving health literacy — the ability to understand and act on health information — is key to improving health outcomes and lowering costs.

Together with business and community leaders, we'll explore effective, behavior-changing solutions that can improve health literacy — and drive engagement in corporate and public health and wellness programs.

☑️ Learn About EdLogics

Want to see how EdLogics' gamified platform can boost health literacy, drive engagement in health and wellness programs, and help people live happier, healthier lives?

Visit the EdLogics website: www.edlogics.com. 

Links:
Sushant Gupta: www.linkedin.com/in/sushantgupta1
Meomind: www.meomind.com
Eric Zimmerman: www.linkedin.com/in/ericzimmerman
Kumanu: www.kumanu.com

In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner is joined by David Schweppe, SVP and Chief Analytics Officer at MedeAnalytics, to discuss the importance of leveraging data to provide value-based care, focusing on health equity and social determinants of health.

In his role at MedeAnalytics, David is dedicated to helping customers identify and implement top-tier analytical strategies, emphasizing the value of informed, data-driven decision-making for enhancing patient care.

With a Master of Public Health degree from California State University at San Jose and a Bachelor of Science degree in genetics from the University of California at Davis, David brings a well-rounded academic foundation to his leadership. Additionally, he holds the designation of Certified Professional in Health Information Management Systems (CPHIMS) from the Health Information Management Systems Society (HIMSS).

In this episode, David underscores the pivotal role of data-driven, patient-centric care. He highlights the role of advanced analytics and data science in closing gaps in care and providing more tailored and holistic treatment for patients.

David advocates for a comprehensive approach that integrates mental health and social determinants, emphasizing the transformative potential of AI in enhancing health literacy and communication.

In a wide-ranging conversation, Seth and David discuss:

☑️ Tools developed by MedeAnalytics to make data actionable for non-analysts.

☑️ Using data to identify patient care gaps and provide tailored and holistic treatment.

☑️ The importance of understanding patients' lifestyles and social determinants of health in delivering effective care.

☑️ How telehealth, home-based, and community-based care contribute to a holistic view of patient care.

☑️ Protecting personal and health information in the context of AI and healthcare analytics.

☑️ And much more.

For show notes and resources, visit EdLogics.

About The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast from EdLogics

Improving health literacy — the ability to understand and act on health information — is key to improving health outcomes and lowering costs.

Together with business and community leaders, we'll explore effective, behavior-changing solutions that can improve health literacy — and drive engagement in corporate and public health and wellness programs.

☑️ Learn About EdLogics

Want to see how EdLogics' gamified platform can boost health literacy, drive engagement in health and wellness programs, and help people live happier, healthier lives? 

Visit the EdLogics website. www.edlogics.com

Links:
David Schweppe’s LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/david-schweppe
MedeAnalytics: www.medeanalytics.com

In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner is joined by John Toomey from Wide Awake Wellness to talk about the crucial topic of health literacy and its impact on individuals in the blue-collar workforce.

John Toomey shares valuable insights on educating blue-collar workforces in industries like construction, mining, and oil and gas, emphasizing the importance of personal responsibility and empowerment in taking charge of one's health and well-being.

In a wide-ranging conversation, Seth and John discuss:

☑️ Challenges and opportunities in promoting health literacy and well-being education in blue-collar industries.

☑️ The concept of personal responsibility and empowerment in taking charge of one's health and well-being.

☑️ How employers can create a caring working environment that supports employees' mental health.

☑️ Barriers for individuals in low-paying jobs to prioritize their health and well-being, and how can workplace well-being education effectively reach and support these individuals.

☑️ And much more.

For show notes and resources, visit EdLogics Podcast.

About The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast from EdLogics

Improving health literacy — the ability to understand and act on health information — is key to improving health outcomes and lowering costs.

Together with business and community leaders, we'll explore effective, behavior-changing solutions that can improve health literacy — and drive engagement in corporate and public health and wellness programs.

☑️ Learn About EdLogics

Want to see how EdLogics' gamified platform can boost health literacy, drive engagement in health and wellness programs, and help people live happier, healthier lives? Visit EdLogics.com.

Links:

John Toomey on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/johntoomey-thoughtleader
Wide Awake Wellness: www.wideawakewellness.com.au