Pursuing Health

Spending just 15-20 minutes in nature 3 times per week can contribute to a host of physical and psychological benefits, including: An increase in natural killer cells which support the immune system, prevent cancer, and speed recovery A decrease in heart disease, blood pressure, and heart rate A reduction in stress hormones, depression, and anxiety An improvement in some attention deficit disorders Longer exposures are important as well.  Full-day immersions create benefits that can last up to 30 days! Try these tips to start incorporating nature into your regular routine: Detach from your devices daily. Find green space, even if it’s not in a remote location, and take time to engage all five senses. Use phone calls or coffee breaks as an opportunity to take a short walk outside. And, finally, take off-the-grid vacations when possible to maximize your exposure to nature. To learn more about CrossFit Precision Care and how to get involved as a healthcare provider or patient visit care.crossfit.com. If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health every Tuesday. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice. We recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns

Nina Hersher is CEO of The Digital Wellness Institute and co-founder of the Digital Wellness Collective, a global trade association of digital wellness experts and organizations collaborating to enhance human relationships through the intentional use and development of technology. She holds a specialized Masters of Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis in Norms of Connectivity and Reconceptualizing Human Development in the 21st Century, and holds additional credentials as an Oasis in the Overwhelm facilitator, Teen Outreach Program facilitator, and meditation teacher. She is passionate about sharing best practices for consuming and integrating technology into our lives in a way that protects our mental health in a fast-paced world. In this episode, Nina shares best practices for digital flourishing, including ways to set up your environment to minimize distractions, tools you can use to protect your physical health, and her tips for setting boundaries around social media. You can connect with Nina via Instagram @digitalwellbeing.  You can learn more about her work at DigitalWellnessInsitute.com, and you can assess your own digital flourishing habits here. Resources: Loftie alarm clock Related Episodes: Ep 17 - Juliet and Kelly Starrett on standing desks and movement for kids   Ep 139 - ​​Stress: The Elephant in the Room with Dr. George Slavich   If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health every Tuesday. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice. We recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns.

Chronic inflammation: It's a term we hear all the time, but just what is it, and what causes it?  Check out these tips from Mike Mallin, MD, to figure out whether you're experiencing chronic inflammation. And if you are, here are some tactics you can use to address it: - Make sure you're getting recovery and not over-exercising. -Focus on improving sleep quality and quantity. -Consume a healthy diet consisting of a variety of whole, well-sourced foods.   To learn more about CrossFit Health and how to get involved as a healthcare provider or patient visit health.crossfit.com. If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health every Tuesday. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice.  I recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns.

Healthcare practitioners discuss the applications of using genomics to improve health and performance.  Panelists Dr. Matt Dawson and Dr. Mike Mallin provide background on the science behind genomics and precision care, describe how this cutting-edge form of medicine can inform lifestyle choices, and explain why genomics is just one piece of the puzzle when it comes to optimizing health.   The panel was part of a series of conversations hosted by CrossFit Health at the 2021 CrossFit Games.   You can connect with the featured panelists via Instagram: Julie Foucher, MD - Family Physician @juliefoucher Matt Dawson, MD - CrossFit Precision Care @wildhealthmd Mike Mallin, MD - CrossFit Precision Care @mikemallin Related Episodes: Ep 172 - Optimal Health through Genomics Based Personalized Medicine   Ep 217 - Revolutionizing Healthcare: CrossFit Precision Care       If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health every Tuesday. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice. I recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns.

What is precision medicine? In short, it's a data-driven approach to healthcare that recognizes we're all unique and a one-size-fits-all approach to care doesn't work for everyone.   Mike Mallin, MD, explains how precision medicine providers take your genetics, epigenetics, biomarkers, and unique risk factors into account as they develop a comprehensive plan designed to help you achieve your overall health goals.   To learn more about CrossFit Precision Care and how to get involved as a healthcare provider or patient, visit care.crossfit.com.    If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health every Tuesday. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice. We recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns

Lucy Mailing is a microbiome researcher, educator, and passionate scholar of integrative, evidence-based gut health.   She received her Bachelor’s in Biology from Kalamazoo College and her PhD in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Illinois. Lucy has authored several peer-reviewed journal articles related to the microbiome and health and was named an Emerging Leader in Nutritional Sciences by the American Society for Nutrition in 2017. On her website, lucymailing.com, Lucy shares content dedicated to integrative, evidence-based articles about the microbiome, gut and skin health, and nutrition science. She is a nationally recognized speaker on gut health and one of the most trusted experts in the integrative health space. I have been following Lucy’s research for years, and I was excited to sit down with her to discuss how the microbiome impacts virtually every aspect of our health.  We talk about factors that impact the gut lining, methods we can use to screen for intestinal permeability and gut dysbiosis, and actions we can take to support our microbiome. You can connect with Dr. Mailing via Instagram @lucymailingphd Related Episodes: Ep 44 - 5 Tips for New Year Nutrition and The HealthySelf Reset with BeingBrigid Ep 189 - Chris Kresser on HPA Axis Dysfunction and the Stress Response   If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health every Tuesday. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice. We recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns

"The idea that CrossFit is dangerous is actually not supported in the scientific literature," says Amy West, MD. Her number-one tip for avoiding injury: "Check your ego at the door." Other suggested strategies include seeking out supervision to make sure you're moving properly, knowing your own limits, and paying attention to recovery. To learn more about CrossFit Health and how to get involved as a healthcare provider or patient, visit health.crossfit.com.  If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health every Tuesday. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice. We recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns

Healthcare practitioners, cancer advocates and a cancer survivor discuss the applications of CrossFit for individuals diagnosed with cancer.  They share their personal connection to cancer, the impact of exercise on cancer prevention and treatment, and ideas on how we can build a bridge between fitness providers and healthcare to better support cancer survivors.  The panel was part of a series of conversations hosted by CrossFit Health at the 2021 CrossFit Games.   You can connect with the featured panelists via Instagram: Julie Foucher, MD - Family Physician @juliefoucher Fran Whitfeld -  Trainer with Stage IV Breast Cancer @franwhitfield Allison Betof Warner, MD - Exercise Oncologist @jockmeetsnerd Zionna Hanson - Barbells for Boobs Founder @zionna Scott Britton - Battle Cancer Founder @battle.cancer Related Episodes: Ep 209 - Taking the Fear Out of Cancer: Fran Whitfield Ep 203 - Using CrossFit to Battle Cancer with Scott Britton   If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health every Tuesday. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice. We recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns

Wearable devices can measure the variability between the beats of your heart and can indicate how relaxed you are-- "an objective measure of how chill you are," says Mike Mallin, MD. The more variability the better.   Dr. Mallin and I discuss our top 5 tips to increase heart rate variability. Sleep- a regular bedtime & at least an 8-hour sleep opportunity every night Exercise- a consistent amount over time, and be sure to allow time for adequate recovery Avoid alcohol- more than one drink can cause HRV to plummet Meditation & mindfulness Breathwork- give this nasal breathing technique a try: a quick, 3-4 second inhale, followed by a slow 8-second exhale To learn more about CrossFit Health and how to get involved as a healthcare provider or patient, visit health.crossfit.com.  If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health every Tuesday. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice. We recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns

Nick Ortner is the creator and executive producer of the documentary film, The Tapping Solution, as well  the author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Tapping Solution: A revolutionary system for stress-free living.  Tapping is also sometimes referred to as Emotional Freedom Technique, or EFT.  Nick began sharing this stress and anxiety-relieving method with others in 2007 after experiencing tremendous success using the protocol for his own personal pain relief.  He has gone on to become a highly regarded public speaker, presenting live tapping sessions at seminars, hosting an annual world summit, and appearing in numerous well known media outlets, such as CNN, Psychology Today, and The Dr. Oz Show. In this conversation, we discuss what tapping is and why it can change emotions by calming the amygdala, circumstances in which tapping can be helpful, and the data being collected to objectively demonstrate tapping’s effectiveness.  As a bonus, Nick leads us through an interactive tapping session focused on relieving stress and anxiety. You can connect with Nick via Instagram @NickOrtner Research on Emotional Freedom Technique: Clinical EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) Improves Multiple Physiological Markers of Health App-Based Delivery of Clinical Emotional Freedom Techniques: Cross-Sectional Study of App User Self-Ratings  Related Episodes: Ep 139 - Stress: The Elephant in the Room with Dr. George Slavich Ep 215 - Mentally Fit: Tarryn Harvey   If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health every Tuesday. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice. We recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns