Health Episodes

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Combatting insomnia while navigating the tumultuous waters of cancer treatment can feel like an uphill battle, but our latest episode offers a review of what you can employ to reclaim your night's rest. With each Tuesday release, our conversations aim to uplift and enlighten you on a journey that covers more than just health; it's about nurturing the mind and spirit, too. Thank you for your time and interest ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Discover the transformative power of a holistic approach to beauty as we welcome Alison, a nutrition expert with a passion for enhancing women's health, especially as they navigate the challenges of life after 40. Her enlightening tales, from personal battles with teenage acne to professional insights on hormones' impact on skin health, promise to guide you through the nutritional and lifestyle shifts essential for glowing...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. When Jenny Fielding faced the monumental task of healing, she discovered the power of pausing. As a physiotherapist intimately familiar with the recovery process, Jenny shares her insights on the art of giving oneself the grace to just be in this week's heartfelt episode. I review her article as it weaves through the importance of self-care, especially when life's storms, like cancer, challenge us. I explore the ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. A recent Mayo Clinic blog post & research findings from the journal Cancer, I shed a quick light on the complexities of dietary sugar and its potential to impact body weight and increase cancer risk. Whether you're curious about the links between sugar and specific cancers or seeking clarity amidst conflicting nutritional advice, this episode promises to arm you with valuable insights and factual knowledge. &nbsp...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Ever found yourself sizing up your life against someone else's Instagram highlight reel? It's a universal struggle! As a physical therapist, I've seen firsthand how this tendency can either kickstart a person's journey to better health, or trap them in a cycle of negativity and self-doubt. I share the article from Liz White, " 7 Effective Strategies to Overcome Constant Self-Comparison," from Psychology Today. With...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Ever found yourself obsessing over the details, like how clean your pot is, only to realize there's another side to the story? Khevin Barnes, a male breast cancer survivor, graces our podcast with an enlightening conversation about his extraordinary encounter with this life-altering disease and the unexpected life lessons he gleaned from it. He connects the dots between the thoroughness of scrubbing cookware and his person...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. When my own body started rewriting the rules during perimenopause, weight management turned into a bewildering quest. I soon realized that the conventional arsenal of restrictive diets and punishing workouts was failing me. Join us as I open up about my personal struggles and breakthroughs in finding a sustainable, healthy lifestyle that resonates with the changes of midlife. Alongside the wisdom of health coach and f...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Mary O'Dwyer shares the transformative power of breath work in stress management. Our conversation takes a deep and personal turn with Mary O'Dwyer, who candidly recounts her evolution from a skeptic to a passionate advocate for spirituality and alternative healing. Mary's remarkable narrative is not just about embracing practices like Reiki and breath work but about the power these tools have to usher in extraordinary perso...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Imagine a world where menopause is no longer a taboo topic but a life phase embraced with understanding and empathy. Meet Helen Marray-Finlay, a brave woman who shares her personal journey through menopause, revealing the trials she faced in getting an accurate diagnosis, and the frustrating lack of knowledge within the medical profession about this natural part of a woman's life. Listen as we explore why it's so essential f...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Discover what it really means to achieve financial freedom in our milestone 200th episode! Not only do we promise to help you build a more positive and empowering relationship with money, but we also bring you insights from the inspiring Joseph Oklay, a certified financial planner, and Alyssa Davis, founder of the Mixed Up Money Finance podcast and blog. Both guests share their invaluable advice on saving money realist...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. As promised: Here is the link for your free gift! What happens when you mix a new mom, a cancer survivor, and a safe food advocate? You get a potpourri of invaluable insights, and that's exactly what we bring you today as we host Madeline Klevin, MPH, Safe and Healthy Food Program Coordinator with FACT. Madeline shares her journey with cancer and how it shaped her view of food safety. Imagine a world where you are consciou...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. The Unmet Needs We Don't Talk About: Finding Support Between Detection and Diagnosis What happens in the days and weeks between discovering something concerning and receiving a diagnosis? In this episode of In the Rising Podcast, host Bettina Brown, PT, board-certified in physical therapy, wound care, and lymphedema, explores one of the most overlooked parts of the cancer journey: the period between detection and diagnosi...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. When faced with the fear and uncertainty of a cancer diagnosis, how can one find acceptance and trust in the journey? Join us as we dive into a heartfelt conversation with Amy Robinson, who shares her transformative cancer experience and how it led her to trust that each step of her path would be illuminated as needed. We'll discuss how facing big challenges can stretch us beyond our limited thinking and how the analogy of d...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Do you find yourself constantly waiting for something? Whether it's a job, a relationship, or even a cancer diagnosis, waiting can be frustrating and anxiety-inducing. This episode of In The Rising explores the concept of waiting as a sensory activity, and how it affects our physical and mental well-being. We'll share insights on how to cope with waiting, the importance of self-compassion, and the benefits of deep breathing ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode on In the Rising Podcast, titled "Engineer to Organizer & How to Clear Your Mind and Energy with Organization," host Bettina M Brown interviews Connie Lockhart Ellefson about her journey from being an engineer to becoming an organizer. Connie shares her personal experiences of being laid off multiple times after 9/11 due to the fluctuating housing market, which led her to explore a new career path. Throu...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode of In the Rising Podcast, host Bettina Brown interviews Sharon Holland Gelfand, a nutritionist, and board-certified holistic health practitioner. Sharon shares her journey from banking to a functional nutritionist and the life experience that pushed her to make a change. Sharon shares how a mother's love and determination can transcend boundaries, particularly when it comes to safeguarding the health of...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode of the In the Rising podcast, host Bettina M Brown welcomes Dr. Yug Varma, a scientist and entrepreneur, to discuss his journey in the field of skin care innovations. Dr. Varma shares his background as a scientist with a Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins and his experience in microbiome research. The conversation delves into the fascinating world of microbiome research, focusing on the bacteria and microbes that reside ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. This In the Rising podcast episode is titled "Strategies for Maximizing Recovery After Stroke: Expert Advice from Dr. Steve Hetts". In this episode, host Bettina M Brown discusses the importance of health in relation to stroke. She emphasizes that even individuals who may have other health conditions such as high blood pressure or an increased risk of cancer can still take steps to improve their overall health and well-being...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Are you the black sheep in your family? Are you enjoying something in life and your family just can't accept it? My guest today is Corbie Mitleid, a psychic and author. She has given thousands of readings per year, and yet, some of her family struggles to accept that. Corbie is also A Certified Tarot Master, psychic medium, teacher, and ordained minister. Her belief in God and that she 100% accepts herself and this is...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Dr. Shawni Fox is a naturopathic physician and certified life coach, who has a passion for working with individuals who have a cancer diagnosis, particularly breast cancer. In this episode of In The Rising Podcast, Dr. Fox discusses the trauma that accompanies the cancer journey and how it can impact a person's life. She highlights the various reasons why individuals may not be the same person after going through cancer trea...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. "Life isn't easy!" How often have we said this in our day-to-day life? Is life difficult because of circumstances, or is it difficult because we are not choosing to see the joy and blessings in our life? I know that may sound like woo-woo of foo-foo talk, but what if we took a moment to stop and think about how we are really living our life. Jamal Jivanjee has done this after his own experiences with trauma in his life. ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. OVERTHINKING ABOUT YOU: Navigating Romantic Relationships When You Have Anxiety, OCD, &/or Depression By ALLISON RASKIN ALLISON RASKIN is a New York Times bestselling author. She is also the co-host of the popular podcast Just Between Us and co-creator of a YouTube channel by the same name. Allison has written and developed multiple TV shows and created the original scripted podcast Gossip. A vocal mental health advoc...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Amanda Love is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist who shares her story about Fibroymalgia both in book and podcast form. Fibromyalgia is a complex syndrome that requires attention to the Immune and Digestive systems. Amanda decided to learn more about fibromyalgia to support herself and others. I invite you to listen! If you feel this Podcast is beneficial, I encourage you to share it, and I invit...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. DOPAMINE NATION is a book about pleasure. It’s also about pain. Most importantly, it’s about the relationship between the two and how understanding that relationship is essential for a life well-lived. Why? Because the world has transformed from a place of scarcity to a place of overwhelming abundance: drugs, food, news, shopping, gambling, social media, and the list goes on and on. Today, we’re al...