Dr. Drew Ramsey Podcast

If you’re enjoying this interview click this link to join Dr. Ramsey’s weekly newsletter and to download free resources: https://drewramseymd.com/free-resources/ Kelli Harding, MD, MPH, delves into the groundbreaking science behind the profound impact of kindness on our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Harding begins by defining kindness and explores how this simple yet powerful act can dramatically improve our lives. She dives into the 'hard work' of kindness, providing strategies for navigating conflict with compassion. She also shares how to assess the role of kindness in your own life and discover ways to recognize and cultivate kindness all around you. Addressing the challenges of maintaining kindness in a polarized world, Dr. Harding offers insights on staying kind and connected, even in the face of division. The discussion also covers the vital importance of emotional awareness and support for male mental health. ==== 0:00 Intro 3:21 Defining Kindness & How it Helps Us 7:21 The Hard Work of Kindness 12:08 "The Rabbit Effect" & What It Taught Us 15:44 Assessing Kindness in Your Life 18:22 How to See the Kindness All Around 28:15 Staying Kind in a Polarized World 39:08 Male Mental Health & Emotional Awareness 50:06 Conclusion ==== Dr. Kelli Harding, MD, MPH is a medical and public health doctor based in New York City. Her goal is to make the world a kinder and healthier place for everybody. She's also the co-founder of Our Kind of Club, a global, inclusive, action-oriented kindness movement. She wrote a critically acclaimed book about social connection and health, THE RABBIT EFFECT: Live Longer, Happier, and Healthier with the Groundbreaking Science of Kindness (Atria Books, Fall 2019; Paperback, Fall 2020).    As a medical doctor, she believes everybody deserves to be treated with dignity, compassion, and kindness while receiving the best evidence-based medical care. You deserve to feel better and enjoy life no matter what the challenge. Board-certified in Psychiatry and Psychosomatic (mind-body) Medicine, she trained in psychiatry and research at Columbia University, where she continues to teach. She also has a degree in public health from Columbia University.  All her years of education and research have taught her that the best care comes down to treating every person with kindness. In addition to clinical care, she often speaks with organizations, schools, and community groups to help foster cultures of kindness and positive social connection. This work has led to media appearances on Today, Good Morning America, NPR, The New York Times, The Washington Post, Medscape, BBC World, Oprah.com, The World Economic Forum, LA Times, Parents Magazine, and Prevention. Website: https://www.kellihardingmd.com Marc Brackett Ph.D.'s How We Feel App https://marcbrackett.com/mood-meter-app/ ==== Connect with Dr. Drew Ramsey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/ Website: https://drewramseymd.com

If you’re enjoying this interview click this link to join Dr. Ramsey’s weekly newsletter and to download free resources: https://drewramseymd.com/free-resources/ In this insightful episode, Dr. Sasha Hamdani, a leading expert on ADHD, provides a comprehensive examination of this complex condition. Delving into the nuances of ADHD, she explores what it is, how it is diagnosed, and the differences in how it presents in males versus females, shedding light on the issue of misdiagnosis. Addressing common misconceptions, Dr. Hamdani discusses whether brain scans can truly detect ADHD. She also tackles the controversy surrounding stimulant medications, offering a balanced perspective on their role in treatment. Listeners will gain practical strategies for harnessing focus and attention, including behavioral techniques and the impact of nutrition. Drawing from her own personal experience, Dr. Hamdani shares invaluable insights on managing ADHD effectively through self-care and mental fitness practices. ==== 0:00 Intro 4:00 What ADHD Is & How It’s Diagnosed 8:52 Males vs Females & Misdiagnosis 12:50 Can a Brain Scan REALLY Show ADHD? 17:08 Differentiating between Mood Disorders and ADHD 20:42 Controversy Around Stimulants  29:23 Behavioral Techniques to Harness More Focus 33:41 Nutrition for People with ADHD 36:23 Dr. Hamdani's Experience with ADHD 47:20 Mental Fitness Practices 52:06 An Enjoyable Approach to Parenting 58:14 Mental Fitness Heroes 1:01:13 Conclusion ==== Dr. Sasha Hamdani is a Board-certified psychiatrist and ADHD clinical specialist. She is currently practicing in Kansas City where she sees patients 6 and up. In addition, she has a robust social media following on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube (@thepsychdoctormd) where she breaks down stigma and provides accessible information about ADHD from the unique perspective of someone who has been both a patient and a provider. She is also the creator of the ADHD management app "FocusGenie." Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepsychdoctormd/?hl=en Website: https://www.drhamdanimd.com Book: https://www.amazon.com/Self-Care-People-ADHD-Stress-Prioritize/dp/1507219431 ==== Connect with Dr. Drew Ramsey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/ Website: https://drewramseymd.com

If you’re enjoying this interview click this link to join Dr. Ramsey’s weekly newsletter and to download free resources: https://drewramseymd.com/free-resources/ In this episode, we sit down with Jason Wachob, the co-founder of the wellness media brand mindbodygreen. Jason shares the personal journey that led him to founding mindbodygreen and his approach to integrating healing, holistic health, and longevity. We dive into Jason's perspective on merging modern medicine with complementary and alternative modalities. He discusses the role of lab work, new health technologies, and evolving scientific research in optimizing individual wellness. Jason also addresses the challenge of making health decisions without definitive data, and how to discern who to trust in the ever-expanding wellness space. We explore the important intersection of spirituality, mental health, and overall wellbeing. Tune in to hear Jason's insights on cutting through extreme wellness views to find a balanced, customized path to lifelong health and vitality. ==== 0:00 Intro 3:00 Healing & Starting Mindbodygreen 7:40 A Path to Whole-Life Balance & Longevity 17:10 Merging Medicine and Holistic Health 26:05 Optimize Health Through Lab Work & New Tech 37:47 Evolving with the Ever-Changing Science  39:28 Making Decisions without Data 42:14 Who to Trust in the Wellness Space 51:52 Spirituality & Mental Health 1:00:42 Conclusion ==== Jason Wachob is the Founder and Co-CEO of mindbodygreen and the author of Wellth. He has been featured in the New York Times, Entrepreneur, Fast Company, and Vogue, and has a B.A. in history from Columbia University, where he played varsity basketball for four years. Website: https://www.mindbodygreen.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonwachob/ ==== Connect with Dr. Drew Ramsey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/ Website: https://drewramseymd.com

If you’re enjoying this interview click this link to join Dr. Ramsey’s weekly newsletter and to download free resources: https://drewramseymd.com/free-resources/ Today we have the honor of sitting down with Professor Scott Galloway for a deep dive into cultivating financial stability, openly talking about mental health, and redefining masculinity. Scott has a wide-ranging understanding of what it takes to set yourself up for financial success. In this episode he shares ways to relieve stress and take back control of your finances. He discusses his perspective on male mental health and what we can do as a society to better support the men who struggle in it. He also opens up about his own mental health, how he gets out of a negative headspace, and how he's been redefining masculinity in his own life.  ==== 0:00 Intro 2:01 How Wealth Relates to Mental Health 3:22 Facing Financial Stress & Taking Back Control 8:40 Set Yourself Up for Financial Success 17:40 Openly Talking About Mental Health 21:03 Supporting Young Men with their Mental Health 29:33 Redefining Masculinity  36:33 Differences Between Masculinity and Femininity 40:05 Building a Health Relationship with Alcohol 49:10 Getting Out of a Negative Headspace  54:12 The Value of Institutions 57:42 Conclusion ==== Scott Galloway is a Professor of Marketing at NYU Stern School of Business where he teaches Brand Strategy and Digital Marketing to second-year MBA students and is the author of the Digital IQ Index ®, a global ranking of prestige brands' digital competence. In 2012, Professor Galloway was named "One of the World's 50 Best Business School Professors" (Poets & Quants). Professor Galloway is also the founder of several firms including: --L2, a subscription business intelligence firm serving prestige brands --Red Envelope, an e-commerce firm (2007, $100mm revs.)  --Prophet, a global brand strategy consultancy with 250+ professionals Professor Galloway was elected to the World Economic Forum's "Global Leaders of Tomorrow," which recognizes 100 individuals under the age of 40 "whose accomplishments have had impact on a global level." Professor Galloway has served on the board of directors of Eddie Bauer (Nasdaq: EBHI), The New York Times Company (NYSE: NYT), Gateway Computer, and Berkeley's Haas School of Business. He received a BA from UCLA and an MBA from UC Berkeley. https://www.youtube.com/c/TheProfGShow-ScottGalloway https://www.instagram.com/profgalloway/?hl=en ==== Connect with Dr. Drew Ramsey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/ Website: https://drewramseymd.com

If you’re enjoying this interview click this link to join Dr. Ramsey’s weekly newsletter and to download free resources: https://drewramseymd.com/free-resources/ This week we have the honor of speaking to Dr. Terry Wahls, a functional medicine practitioner with an inspiring story of overcoming MS. She opens up about her experience with getting diagnosed with MS, rapidly decreasing in the condition, and fighting it through food. She shares about 'The Wahls Protocol', which she has since developed to support others with their health conditions. She and Dr. Ramsey tackle other important topics such as finding the right diet for you, bringing play into medicine, and supporting family members struggling with health conditions. ==== 0:00 Intro 2:30 Dr. Wahls Story: Facing MS 9:00 Taking Care of Depression 10:34 Emotionally Facing the Diagnosis 15:08 Improving Her Condition Through Food 27:18 The Wahls Protocol for MS 29:35 How to Integrate More Vegetables Into Your Diet 31:38 Are Plants Toxic? 38:02 Understanding Insulin Resistance 39:23 Finding the Right Diet for You 46:20 Helpful Ways to Make Changes 48:41 Facing Discrimination for Being Gay 53:56 Supporting a Family Member with a Disability 59:21 Bringing Play into Medicine 1:01:41 Mastering Your Inner Life 1:06:03 Conclusion ==== Dr. Terry Wahls is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner and conducts clinical research using functional medicine principles in the setting of multiple sclerosis. In 2018, she was awarded The Institute for Functional Medicine’s Linus Pauling Award for her contributions in research, clinical care, and patient advocacy. Dr. Wahls has secondary progressive multiple sclerosis, which confined her to a tilt-recline wheelchair for four years. Dr. Wahls restored her health using a diet and lifestyle program she designed specifically for her brain and now pedals her bike to work each day.   She is the author of The Wahls Protocol: How I Beat Progressive MS Using Paleo Principles and Functional Medicine - https://www.amazon.com/The-Wahls-Protocol-Progressive-Principles/dp/1583335218/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?tag=mind0a3-20 The Wahls Protocol: A Radical New Way to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions Using Paleo Principles (paperback) - https://terrywahls.com/about-the-wahls-protocol/ And the cookbook The Wahls Protocol Cooking for Life: The Revolutionary Modern Paleo Plan to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions - https://terrywahls.com/wahls-protocol-cooking-for-life/ Learn more about the current study, Efficacy of Diet on Quality of Life in Multiple Sclerosis, at https://terrywahls.com/msstudy/ Pick up a one-page handout for the Wahls™ Diet - https://terrywahls.com/diet/ Follow her on Instagram @drterrywahls and on Facebook/Twitter at @TerryWahls Sign up to receive her weekly research updates - https://terrywahls.com/email/ ==== Connect with Dr. Drew Ramsey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/ Website: https://drewramseymd.com

If you’re enjoying this interview click this link to join Dr. Ramsey’s weekly newsletter and to download free resources: https://drewramseymd.com/free-resources/ This week, Dr. Ramsey sits down to answer your questions on mental fitness and nutritional psychiatry. He explains how the food we eat can directly influence our brain function, mood, and cognitive abilities, providing practical strategies and food swaps to turn your 'every day meal' into a brain food. He discusses the research behind the ketogenic diet and the foundations for a brain-health breakfast. He also discusses the foundations of mental health and supporting loved ones through challenging times. He reveals how to approach a conversation around mental health and specifically how to support men on their mental fitness journey.  https://drewramseymd.com/books-publications/eat-to-beat-depression-and-anxiety/let's  https://learn.drewramseymd.com/masterclass-order-evergreen/  https://love-dad.org/ ==== 0:00 Intro  1:28 Helping Someone Struggling with Mental Health 5:36 Simple Swaps: Making Healthy Eating Easier 13:05 Ketogenic Diets and Mental Health 15:58 Mental Fitness 19:11 How to Curb Carb Cravings 25:20 Brain Food Breakfast 38:07 Helping Your Husband with Mental Health 48:06 Feeding Kids with ADHD 53:11 Conclusion ==== Connect with Dr. Drew Ramsey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/ Website: https://drewramseymd.com

If you’re enjoying this interview click this link to join Dr. Ramsey’s weekly newsletter and to download free resources: https://drewramseymd.com/free-resources/ Children are the future of our society but when it comes to their nutrition, we don't seem to be doing a great jobs in schools at feeding them. In this episode we're joined by chef Dan Giusti who is revolutionizing the food industry in schools and institutions. Once a head chef at the world's top rated restaurant, Noma, Dan found a passion in helping to improve the meals of kids across America.  In this conversation he shares his story: how he went from a childhood in an Italian household, to top chef, to starting Brigaid. His inspiring story is one of trusting life's changes, facing our inner anxieties, and finding a deeper purpose. ==== 0:00 Intro 2:43 How Dan Fell in Love with Cooking 7:57 Being a Good Host 12:54 Working in a Top Restaurant 15:52 Dealing with the Pressure 22:03 Leaving the Restaurant Industry 26:57 Cooking for Kid's Palettes 33:44 Brigaid: Revolutionizing School Food 40:32 Goal of School Food 44:56 The Hopeful Future of School Food 49:50 Male Mental Health 1:04:24 Conclusion ==== Growing up in a food-loving Italian family, our Founder and CEO, Dan Giusti has always had a passion for food. This inspired him to attend the Culinary Institute of America in New York. He quickly rose through the culinary ranks, serving as Executive Chef of 1789 in Washington, D.C. and Head Chef of Noma in Copenhagen.  After three years in the latter role, he returned to the United States to tackle another culinary challenge: school food. Guided by the belief that everyone deserves good food, he founded Brigaid in 2016. His vision was to assemble a team of professional chefs who were eager to apply their culinary expertise to help school foodservice programs achieve their goals.  Today, Brigaid’s work spans school districts across the country, a senior organization, and a prison system.  https://www.chefsbrigaid.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dan.giusti/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/brigaid/?hl=en ==== Connect with Dr. Drew Ramsey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/ Website: https://drewramseymd.com

If you’re enjoying this interview click this link to join Dr. Ramsey’s weekly newsletter and to download free resources: https://drewramseymd.com/free-resources/ Today we have the privilege of speaking to the Founder and CEO of Parsley Health, the nation’s leading holistic medical practice, Dr. Robin Berzin. Dr. Berzin shares the key pillars of functional medicine and how you can use it to optimize your physical and mental health.  She shares the ins and outs of lab testing, discerning misinformation online, and pregnancy/menopause must-knows. She also shares her experience with mental health and practices that have helped her along the way. This is an excellent episode for anyone wanting to get a clearer view on functional medicine and how they can take a holistic approach to their own health.  Be sure to check out Parsley Health and use code RAMSEY for an extra discount:  https://www.parsleyhealth.com ==== 0:00 Intro 3:01 Robin’s Mental Fitness Routine  9:54 Functional Medicine  13:46 Discerning Practitioners & Misinformation 21:16 Lab Testing You Should Do 33:28 Taking Care of Mental Health in a Fast-Paced Life 36:12 Meditation & Spiritual Practices 44:06 Psychedelic Medicine  49:40 The Facts About Menopause 53:36 Prescription for Happiness 56:50 Conclusion ==== Dr. Robin Berzin is the Founder and CEO of Parsley Health, the nation’s leading holistic medical practice designed to help people overcome chronic conditions. She founded Parsley to address the rising tide of chronic disease in America through personalized holistic medicine that puts food, lifestyle, and proactive diagnostic testing on the prescription pad next to medications. Since founding Parsley in 2016, Dr. Berzin has seen 80% of patients improve or resolve their chronic conditions within their first year of care, demonstrating the life-changing value of making modern holistic medicine accessible to everyone, anywhere. Parsley is available online nationwide. Dr. Berzin attended medical school at Columbia University and trained in Internal Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. She has been recognized by the World Economic Forum as a Tech Pioneer, named as one of the 100 most innovative women in business by Inc. Magazine, and praised by Fast Company for founding one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. Her new book, State Change, will be published by Simon Element in January 2022.  Parsley Health: https://www.parsleyhealth.com Dr. Berzin's Website: https://robinberzinmd.com/ Use code RAMSEY for a discount ==== Connect with Dr. Drew Ramsey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/ Website: https://drewramseymd.com

If you’re enjoying this interview click this link to join Dr. Ramsey’s weekly newsletter and to download free resources: https://drewramseymd.com/free-resources/ With so much struggle and conflict in our modern world, many of us find it difficult to hold a positive perspective. In this conversation we are joined by distinguished psychiatrist and cognitive behavioral therapist Dr. Sue Varma, to discuss practical optimism: where the logic of pessimism meets the hopeful thinking of optimism. She discusses the tools and practices essential for cultivating a powerful, positive mindset and how to shape your life around this idea. She discusses the lessons of modern day motherhood, transforming parent/child dynamics, and unlocking an intrinsic self worth. ==== 0:00 Intro  2:29 The Reality of Practical Optimism 5:41 Self-Assessment for Optimists/ Pessimists  10:06 Value of Exercise & Healthy Habits 20:52 Intrinsic Self Worth  31:08 Transcending the Challenges of Parent/Kid Dynamics 39:00 Modern Motherhood & Fatherhood 47:37 Conclusion  ==== Dr. Sue Varma, MD, PC, DFAPA, is a distinguished psychiatrist and cognitive behavioral therapist based in New York City. With over two decades of private practice experience, Dr. Varma has made significant contributions to the field of mental health. Notably, she served as the pioneering medical director and psychiatrist for the esteemed 9/11 mental health program at NYU. Alongside her clinical work, Dr. Varma holds the position of Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at New York University (NYU) Langone Health. Her accomplishments have been recognized by the American Psychiatric Association (APA), where she was honored as a Distinguished Fellow, the highest honor bestowed upon its members.  Dr. Varma has garnered national acclaim as a sought-after medical commentator, appearing on major news programs and networks. Her expertise has been instrumental in guiding the public through various mental health challenges, from trauma and resilience to stress management and relationship issues. Dr. Varma can frequently be seen discussing breaking news on the morning shows including the Today Show, CBS Mornings and GMA, as well as prime time specials and news documentaries. In addition to her media contributions, Dr. Varma is a captivating speaker, engaging diverse audiences with her messages of inspiration, compassion, and hope. From C- suite executives to healthcare professionals, educators, and the general public, she imparts valuable knowledge on topics such as self-compassion, psychological safety, work-life balance, and women’s mental health.  Throughout her career, Dr. Varma has received numerous prestigious awards for her groundbreaking work in mental health education and advocacy: two Sharecare Emmy awards (including an inaugural Sharecare Emmy), the Ivan Goldberg Award for Outstanding Service and a Mayoral Proclamation. Dr. Varma’s integrative approach to mental health, encompassing the 4 Ms of mental health, empowers individuals to boost their mood, mastery, and sense of meaning in life. Dr. Varma’s forthcoming book, “Practical Optimism: The Art, Science and Practice of Exceptional Wellbeing” (Penguin Random House, 2/2024), anticipated worldwide with multiple translations, offers valuable insights into promoting optimal mental health and wellness. She believes that physicians have a duty to not only take their patients from a state of dysfunction to function, but also from functional to optimal. Dr. Varma is an avid traveler and has visited fifty countries over five continents and counting! Connect with Dr. Varma on social media @doctorsuevarma IG/Twitter/LinkedIn/FB and explore her selected media interviews at https://www.doctorsuevarma.com/ Pre-order her transformative book: https://www.doctorsuevarma.com/book/ ==== Connect with Dr. Drew Ramsey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/ Website: https://drewramseymd.com

If you’re enjoying this interview click this link to join Dr. Ramsey’s weekly newsletter and to download free resources: https://drewramseymd.com/free-resources/ This week we are joined by gastroenterologist Dr. Elena Ivanina for a deep dive into how to form healthy habits conducive to a thriving gut. She discusses the importance of Gut health, and how we have the ability to tune into our gut and unlock the answers for what bothers it. She describes common culprits in our food that harm the gut, busting myths around supplementation, SSRIs and IBS.  Throughout the conversation she provides practical strategies for how to heal your gut and listen better to what it's trying to tell you. This is an excellent episode for anyone wanting an in depth framework of optimizing gut nutrition. ==== 0:00 Intro 2:00 Probiotic Pills vs Fermented Foods  8:26 Listening to What Your Gut is Telling You 13:53 Growing Food to Feed the Gut 20:21 Common Culprits that Harm the Gut 24:26 Easiest Foods to Digest 31:03 Communities for Supporting Your Gut Health 33:09 SSRIs Impact on the Gut 39:19 Triggers for IBS & FODMAP Foods 45:26 Exercise & Tea for Relieving Bloating 50:36 Misconceptions Around Eggs & Cardiovascular Disease 55:03 Smell of Bowel Movements 58:28 Negative Effects of Supplements 1:00:45 Ways to Improve Mental Health 1:04:16 Conclusion ==== Dr. Elena Ivanina is a passionate gastroenterologist who has dedicated her career to improving gut health and wellness. She firmly believes that current healthcare is inadequate and that a holistic approach to gut healing is necessary to address the root cause of gut conditions. Her focus on integrative medicine and natural cures for gut conditions led her to create gut love. In addition to her extensive education and board certifications, Dr. Ivanina has also completed functional medicine training. This training enables her to address the root cause of gut conditions and develop personalized treatment plans for her patients beyond just treating symptoms. Dr. Ivanina’s approach to gut healing involves a holistic view of the patient, with food as medicine playing a central role in her treatment plans. She believes that the food we eat can significantly impact our gut health and that dietary changes can be a powerful tool in improving gut conditions. Website: https://www.gutlove.com/ ==== Connect with Dr. Drew Ramsey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/ Website: https://drewramseymd.com