593: 6 Science-Backed Habits That Will Transform Your Health | Dr Gemma Newman
Jul 3, 2024
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Dr. Gemma Newman, the Plant Power Doctor, shares six science-backed habits for optimal health including nutrition, love, gratitude, nature, and more. She emphasizes the importance of plant-based diets, TRE exercises, quality sleep, and storytelling for overall wellness.
Embrace gratitude and love to enhance mental and emotional well-being.
Adopt plant-based nutrition for improved health outcomes and energy levels.
Incorporate daily movement for physical and mental health benefits.
Spend time in nature to boost immune function, mood, and overall health.
Deep dives
The Six Healing Healthy Habits by Dr. Gemma Newman
Dr. Gemma Newman shares six healing healthy habits in her book 'Get Well, Stay Well,' emphasizing the significance of gratitude, love, being outside, consuming vegetables, exercise, and sleep. By focusing on gratitude and love, individuals can positively impact their mental and emotional well-being, fostering compassion and connection within themselves and their communities.
The Impact of Nutrition on Health and Well-being
Dr. Newman discusses the transformative power of plant-based eating and how it significantly influenced her patients' and her own health outcomes. She emphasizes the role of nutrition in reducing cholesterol levels and maintaining a healthy weight, highlighting the benefits of embracing plant-based nutrition for overall health, energy, and well-being.
Movement, Mindset, and the Benefits of Exercise
The podcast delves into the importance of exercise in improving physical and mental health. Dr. Newman underscores that even small amounts of movement, such as daily walking or simple stretches, can have significant health benefits, promoting longevity and well-being. Additionally, she explores the connection between physical activity and mental health, emphasizing how movement can serve as a tool for resetting one's mindset and managing stress.
The Healing Power of Nature
Dr. Newman highlights the benefits of immersing oneself in nature for improved health and well-being. She discusses research on the positive impacts of nature on mental and physical health, such as reduced recovery times after surgery and lower pain perception. By embracing outdoor activities and incorporating nature into daily life, individuals can enhance their immune systems, mood, and overall health.
Incorporating Wellness Practices into Daily Life
The podcast explores practical ways to incorporate wellness practices into daily routines, emphasizing the importance of simple, accessible actions for overall health. Dr. Newman discusses mindfulness in eating, the power of positive self-talk, and the significance of finding purpose and cultivating loving relationships. By prioritizing gratitude, love, movement, nutrition, and nature, individuals can create a holistic approach to wellness in their lives.
The Power of TRE for PTSD and Stress Relief
TRE (Tremor Release Exercise) is discussed as a powerful tool for stress relief and coping with PTSD. The speaker shares a personal experience of using TRE after facing intense stress and PTSD following a friend's passing. The practice involves inducing a tremoring state in the body to release tension, similar to how mammals naturally tremor to release energy. Online resources are recommended for learning TRE, which can be done daily to manage stress effectively.
Optimizing Sleep Quality for Overall Well-being
Enhancing sleep quality is highlighted as crucial for mental health, daily functioning, and long-term health. The episode explores practical tips for improving sleep, including active relaxation techniques, qigong, and sleep meditations. Specific emphasis is placed on supporting shift workers in optimizing their sleep patterns and addressing insomnia through cognitive behavioral therapy. Cultivating healthy interactions with technology and establishing bedtime routines are suggested for promoting better sleep habits.
What small, simple habits can make the biggest difference to your health?
Dr. Gemma Newman, also known as the Plant Power Doctor, joins us to unravel this question from a science-backed perspective, drawing on her training in nutrition, psychotherapy and a wide range of holistic approaches alongside her medical practice.
In this eye-opening conversation, we’re diving into the six essential healing habits that everyone should know, but that are often overlooked. Press play to discover: the critical role of nutrition in creating optimum wellness, why love is the secret weapon that can help you thrive, practical ways to weave gratitude into your daily life, how to harness the healing power of nature, simple strategies to implement these habits at home, and how to inspire your children to build healthy habits that last a lifetime.
Whether you're seeking to heal chronic health issues, inject more vitality into your day, or simply find easy ways to elevate your wellness game, then press play now…this episode is for you!
