Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn Bonus Episode: Health Lessons from Your Breath and Heart Rate with Cheng Ruan, MD
Jan 24, 2025
Dr. Cheng Ruan, an internationally renowned expert in integrative medicine and founder of the Texas Center for Lifestyle Medicine, shares insightful perspectives on health. He emphasizes the importance of cultural identity in shaping dietary habits for better cardiovascular health. Discover the benefits of nasal breathing over mouth breathing and its connection to heart health. Ruan discusses innovative practices like brain mapping and the role of community support in tackling anxiety and sleep disorders, making a compelling case for a holistic approach to wellness.
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Belief Systems and Health
- Identify and address patients' belief systems to improve their health outcomes.
- Beliefs about food, habits, and family history can significantly impact health.
The Sugar Story
- Dr. Ruan shared a story about a diabetic patient with a strong emotional connection to sugar.
- By addressing the underlying belief, the patient's A1C significantly improved without medication adjustments.
Breathing and Blood Pressure
- Nasal breathing is crucial for nitric oxide production, which regulates blood pressure.
- Chronic mouth breathing is linked to lower nitric oxide and elevated blood pressure.
