The Power of a Good Night’s Sleep
The power of a good night’s sleep in this fast-paced, modern world is often undervalued and overlooked. We prioritize work, social engagements, and entertainment over the essential need for quality rest. However, science has shown time and again that a good night’s sleep is not just a luxury but a powerful ally in maintaining our […]
Social Media Risks for Children
Vivek Murthy, the U.S. Surgeon General, issued a public health advisory, where he warned that social media poses a “profound risk of harm” for children’s mental health and development. He also said that there is not enough evidence to determine that social media is “sufficiently safe” for our children. This Advisory calls attention to the […]
3 Ways to Shield Your Skin from Sugar Damage
Ready to learn 3 ways to shield your skin from sugar damage? Few people know how sugar can take its toll on your skin. Eating too much sugar can impact the collagen matrix of the skin which gives skin its structure, smooth and youthful appearance. Sugar can make your skin sag lead to premature aging […]
4 Ways Gut Health Affects Mental Health
Ready to learn 4 Surprising Ways Gut Health Affects Mental Health? The relationship between gut health and mental wellbeing is an area of ongoing research. I am excited that it could lead to new ways of diagnosing and treating mental health conditions. Although the progress that has been made so far is very promising, there […]
Ready to Move Your Mental Health?
Ready to Move Your Mental Health? Ever wonder how exercise impacts mental health? Existing scientific research overwhelmingly indicates that exercise and physical activity benefit mental health. Three decades of science make it clear: exercise should be integrated into prevention and treatment of mental illness and promotion of mental wellness. Routinely moving our bodies is a […]
Is Depression A Chemical Imbalance?
Is Depression A Chemical Imbalance? After decades of study, there is now a big question about whether serotonin levels or serotonin activity are responsible for depression, according to a major review of prior research.A huge study just published in Molecular Psychiatry (1) suggests that depression is not likely caused by a chemical imbalance, and calls […]
What Is the Mind/Heart Connection? PART 1 PODCAST
What Is the Mind/Heart Connection? There is now an increasing appreciation of how psychological health can contribute not only in a negative way to cardiovascular disease (CVD) but also in a positive way to better cardiovascular health and reduced cardiovascular risk. These are direct effects through biological pathways as well as indirectly through lifestyle factors. […]
4 Habits to Build Mental Strength
If ever there was a time to build mental strength — it is NOW. In the episode of The Dr Karen Health Show, Dr Karen brings the 4 habits to build mental strength shared by Jay Shetty, author of “Think Like A Monk” This podcast is thanks to @JayShetty and his wonderful sharing at the […]
How to Stop Sugar Cravings
How to Stop Sugar Cravings is what people ask me the most about. So many of us have sugar cravings that can feel uncontrollable! In this podcast I share that it is not about willpower.. it’s about biochemistry. You can change your internal pharmacy with lifestyle shifts. This episode is about action and relief ! […]