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Direct-to-consumer wellness brand creates plant-powered supplements to nourish body’s needs

 
 
Vin Amin, Founder of Eu Natural, which is a leading wellness brand that creates plant-powered formulas to meet your body’s needs joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Supplement Channels. The wellness brand’s premium health supplements are made in the USA and follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Vin Amin discuss the following:
Why did you create Eu Natural?
Which supplement(s) do you see being the most popular among your customers?
We noticed your IMMUNITY bundle sold out fast once the stay at home mandates took place. What supplements are in this bundle?
National Infertility Awareness Week occurred last week from April 19-25. Tell us more about the FERTILITY bundle you offer to consumers?
Tell us more about your partnership with the nonprofit Vitamin Angels?

Vinay Amin is the founder of Eu Natural, a direct-to-consumer wellness brand that creates plant-powered formulas to meet your body’s needs. Vinay began his career in engineering and digital marketing, helping startups with their growth. Seeing a need for natural solutions to an expanding list of health concerns, he transitioned into the wellness industry and started Eu Natural in 2013 with a consumer-first approach.
 
 
Website: https://store.eunatural.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EuNaturalHealth  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eunatural  Twitter: https://twitter.com/EuNaturalHealth

Health is Wealth: Covid-19 and the intersection of Public Health and Economic Wellbeing

 
 
Jack Plotkin, the CEO of Cardinal Solutions, a boutique advisory and investment firm based in New York City that has worked with firms across the healthcare, life sciences, consumer, and real estate sectors joins eHealth Radio and the Healthcare and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Jack Plotkin discuss the following:
What's the nature of your background in healthcare?
Did you see the COVID-19 pandemic coming?
Do you think governments have taken the appropriate action to combat COVID-19?
What can individuals do to maintain their physical and psychological safety in this environment?
What about the economic fallout?
Do you have any final tips to help us stay healthy?

Jack Plotkin is the CEO of Cardinal Solutions, a boutique advisory and investment firm based in New York City. With an appetite for knowledge and a drive for success, Jack Plotkin has continuously found himself at the forefront of emerging technologies and industry change.
Jack has spent nearly 20 years working with healthcare companies and almost seven years in the cauldron of healthcare’s technological advancements. In that time, he has become a recognized industry thought leader and a driving force behind cutting edge healthcare technologies having advised more than a hundred Fortune 500 firms across all major industries.
Website: www.cardinalsol.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/jack.plotkin.1  Twitter: twitter.com/realjackplotkin

Relationships and Coronavirus with Dr. Ann Schiebert

 
 
Dr. Ann Schiebert, a psychologist in the Emergency Department (ED) at the medical center of one of America’s most respected major HMO's joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Relationship Channels. Dr. Schiebert also works in the hospital and emergency department evaluating psych crisis patients.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Ann Schiebert discuss the following:
You have said that what’s happening with the Coronavirus can have a very positive effect on relationships. What do you mean by that?
How have you advised your patients to get through this pandemic when they are stuck inside with people who have been problematic to them?
You do couples counseling. Do you see this time as an opportunity to heal romantic relationships that have somehow become distant?
Many of us are living with “stay at home” orders from our government officials. Any creative ideas for activities that could have help family members bond together?
Any thoughts about how to interact with kids who are accustomed to spending the day at school with their friends and who are now bored and irritated?
SUMMARY | HOT TIP: Use your “Coronavirus Lock-Down” time to mend relationships, to create fun activities, to solve problems and to find new ways to love each other.
Dr. Ann Schiebert is a psychologist in the Emergency Department (ED) at the medical center of one of the country’s most respected major HMO’s. There, she evaluates for safety, determines types of treatments, assesses capacity and cognitive impairment, and provides feedback and support for families of patients in the ED. In addition, Dr. Schiebert also works in the medical center’s Chemical Dependency Department where she treats patients challenged by trauma, chemical dependency, codependency and dual diagnosis.
Ann has an excellent success rate in helping families turn their situations around, and she is highly sought after for her work. She finds it rewarding to facilitate patients in discovering their wonderful, authentic selves, and getting them back to a healthy mindset.
Another of Dr. Schiebert’s area of expertise is helping people in unhappy romantic relationships investigate how they got in their current situation, how to reconsider the “path to romance,” and how to create happier long-term relationships. Ann is the host of Dr. Ann’s Relationship Radio Show on America’s Web Radio, which provides information and helps listeners create new ways of meeting relationship challenges.
Her teaching experience pertaining to Clinical Skills and Psychopathology during graduate school gave Ann an ability to interact with a variety of audiences and to be comfortable doing so. As a psychologist, she uses this “gift” to teach groups of between thirty and forty patients on the topics of communication, how to work a program of recovery and healthy relationships.
Ann has penned a series of books titled Let’s Make a Contract. She has four in the series thus far:
Getting Your Teen Through Substance Abuse
Getting Your Teen Through High School and Beyond
Getting Through Unhappy Romantic Relationships
Getting Your Teen Past the Opioid Epidemic
She’s been up close and personal to all of those matters in her own life. If she were a member of a tribe, her special role would be healer, and rightfully so.
In her spare time Ann enjoys traveling to Europe. She lives in the Bay Area with her husband and her two ragamuffin kittens, Biscuit and Teddy. She is the mother of three adult children.
 
 
Website: www.drannschiebert.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/LetsMakeAContractBookSeries  Twitter: @DrSchiebert
The beliefs, views, ideas, thoughts and opinions expressed on any program are those of the persons appearing on the program and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the eHealth Radio Network.

Incorporating the Use of Propolis into our Daily Lives

 
 
Dr. Asli Tanugur Samanci the CEO and Founder of BEE & YOU, an innovative provider of natural BEE products again joins eHealth Radio and the Health News & Supplement Channels.
Dr. Samanci is a food scientist committed to creating natural and healthy products for the educated consumer & a pioneer to combine science and nature for safer, more effective natural bee products.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Asli Tanugur Samanci discuss the following:
You mentioned in our previous interview the benefits of Propolis. Can you repeat and remind us what is Propolis and what are the properties of it?
How does Propolis effect our immune system?
How can we incorporate the use of Propolis into our daily life?
Can you tell me your own personal story about propolis and your son's disease? 5.
Where can we find Propolis, and it what form? Is it available on Amazon or CVS as well?

Dr. Asli Tanugur Samanci is the CEO and Founder of BEE & YOU, an innovative provider of natural BEE products.
A food scientist committed to creating natural and healthy products for the educated consumer, Dr. Samanci is a pioneer to combine science and nature for safer, more effective natural bee products. She created a business modal to contract the beekeepers to prevent bees from becoming extinct. This also allowed her to create and patent the Propolis in its healthiest, most natural and safe form. Her ultimate goal is to make Propolis a consistent product harvested from all the beehives available in the world and introduce the natural healing power of Anatolian Propolis to the world.
BEE & YOU products (Royal Jelly, Propolis, Pure Raw Honey) are antiviral, antibacterial and they are natural energy boosters. They are effective in fighting allergy symptoms naturally and they support the immune system. They are 100% natural; Gluten Free; Non-GMO; Pesticide Free; Free from additives & colorants & preservatives. Bee and you products have innovative taste options for kids and adults. And they are on sale at 3000 CVS stores nationally and at Amazon.
 
 
 
Website: www.beeandyou.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/BeeAndYouNatural  Instagram: @beeandyounatural  Twitter: @beeandyou

Combined Music and Play Therapy: A new way to changing toddler sleep habits!

 
 
Deb Herdman, Director & Developer of Nigh’ Nigh’ Sleepy Head, a company that helps parents guide their children into better sleep using music and play therapy joins eHealth Radio and the Children's Health and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Deb Herdman discuss the following:
Why does my toddler wake up so much?
Are routines important?
Do you think controlled crying is useful?
Can you briefly how the 3 R’s to Sleep Success was developed?
Why is the combination of music and play therapy so effective in helping children develop better sleep skills.

Deb Herdman is a multi-generational mum with over 25 years of experience as a registered nurse.Founding Nigh’ Nigh’ Sleepy Head in 2011, when her third child had infant and toddler sleep and settling issues, Debs music and play therapy system have produced outstanding results toward helping families improve sleep issues and enhance bonding for better physical and emotional health.
As the composer of the unique Nigh’ Nigh’ music, Debs approach supports attentive parenting so children can develop sleep independence and self-regulation without stress. She is the author of two e/Books that describe her 3 R’s to Sleep Success system based on Routine, Re-connection, and Relaxation.
Deb has been published in Australia and internationally including recently in ‘Life research’ Journal. She consults privately, to parent groups and community health institutions and recently opened the worlds first music and play therapy ‘Nigh’ Nigh’ Baby Sleep School’ that supports parents face to face or video link, in their home or the clinic. She presents interactive workshops and webinars to parents with children aged 0 to 5+ years including children with special needs where they can learn the ‘3 R’s to Sleep Success’ technique.
Deb is passionate about educating parents about the outstanding benefits music has to emotional, the developing brain and helping parents understand the importance of good sleep practice for life. The Nigh’ Nigh’ Sleepy Head® resources and system aligns with best mental health practice, and music and lullaby research.
Deb is a registered nurse (DipHealthScience) and Certificates in Safe Sleep Space Education. Professional associations include AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority) and APRA/AMCOS (Australasian Performing Right Association), WWC (Working with Children Certificate).
In addition to helping families thrive, Deb homeschools her youngest son and continues to develop her passion for song writing music and composition. She enjoys her rural lifestyle in Central Victoria, Australia.
 
 
Websites: www.nighnigh.com | nighnighbabysleepschool.com.au
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/nighnighsleepyhead  | facebook.com/babysleepschoolbendigo  Twitter: @NighNighSleepy

Oral Care and COVID-19 with Dr. Charles Sutera

 
 
Dr. Charles Sutera, the Founder of Aesthetic Smile Reconstruction, a leader in delivering advanced multidisciplinary dentistry again joins eHealth Radio and the Cosmetic Dental and Health News Channels. Dr. Sutera discusses safe guidelines and best bets for taking good care of our teeth during COVID-19.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Charles Sutera discuss the following:
First of all, what is the best daily care routine people should be engaging in to keep their teeth at their healthiest?
What can people due in lieu of their regular cleaning and checkups? Are there any at-home substitutes for this important regular care?
What about aesthetics? Are there things we can do to keep our smiles bright and white as well?
What are guidelines for when to seek dental care? Is there a list of symptoms or signs that indicates urgent care is needed?
There have been so many warnings to keep your hands away from your mouth and face. Can you tell us why this is so important?

Dr. Charles Sutera DMD, FAGD, is the Founder of Aesthetic Smile Reconstruction, and is a leader in delivering advanced multidisciplinary dentistry. He has completed post graduate education programs in the fields of dental anesthesiology, smile aesthetics, dental implantology, TMJ and oral surgery. Dr. Sutera is board certified in moderate parenteral sedation by the Massachusetts Dental Board. He completed the coveted Aesthetic Advantage program at New York University which is recognized as a leader in veneers, smile makeovers, and facial aesthetics training.
Dr. Sutera has also earned the distinguished designation of Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) and is recognized in the dentistry field as a leader, exemplifying to other dentists the importance of quality continuing dental education.
Dr. Sutera completed his implant training at the Whitecap Surgical Center in Salt Lake City, extensive periodontal training at the GIDE Institute, and has trained in 3rd molar surgery. He continues to maintain certification in proficiency by the Academy of Laser Dentistry, and is a recognized Invisalign provider. He strives to make treatment a comforting process, encourages patient involvement, and is meticulous in achieving the highest level of results. He attended Gettysburg College where he earned the prestigious Presidential Scholarship each year of attendance. He studied dentistry at Tufts School of Dental Medicine, and after graduating he has practiced in Portland, Boston, and Waltham, MA.
 
 
Website: aestheticsmilereconstruction.com
Other Links: Blog: aestheticsmilereconstruction.com/blog  Facebook: facebook.com/aestheticsmilereconstruction

Targeting the Immune System to Treat Rare Disease

 
 
Paula Ragan, the CEO of X4 Pharmaceuticals, a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company and a leader in the discovery and development of novel therapies with a focus on rare disease joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Pharmaceutical Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Paula Ragan discuss the following:
Can you tell us about your background? Where you're from, how you came to be interested in rare disease?
What is the science behind CXCR4 and what role does it play in the functioning of the immune system?
What is mavorixafor, what is its origin and how does it work? What clinical studies are your currently in?
What is WHIM syndrome? How is someone generally diagnosed with the condition and how does your treatment help?
You are also looking at mavorixafor as a treatment for certain cancers. What happens to the immune systems in these cancers and what is mavorixafor expected to do?
Can you tell me about your current partnerships and collaborations?

Dr. Ragan has been X4’s President and Chief Executive Officer and a member of the X4 Board of Directors since July 2014. She has more than 18 years of experience building companies in the biotechnology industry.
Prior to founding X4, Dr. Ragan consulted as Chief Business Officer at Lysosomal Therapeutics Inc., a private biopharmaceutical company, where she led the company’s business development activities.
Prior to that, Dr. Ragan held leadership roles in corporate development and operations at Genzyme Corporation, a Sanofi company, where she led strategic partnering efforts for Genzyme’s Rare Disease business and headed the supply chain planning for Genzyme’s flagship commercial products.
Other professional roles include business roles at Hydra Biosciences, Oscient Corporation and Celera Corporation. Dr. Ragan received her B.S. from Tufts University and her Ph.D. from Massachusetts Institute of Technology and completed post-doctoral studies at Harvard Medical School.
 
 
Website: www.x4pharma.com
Social Media Links: Twitter: twitter.com/X4Pharma  Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/x4-pharmaceuticals

Oncotarget Podcast Named Among Top-ten Open-access Podcasts of 2020

 
 
Mr. Ryan James Jessup, the Director of External & Legal Affairs for Impact Journals, the publishing house of Oncotarget joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Ryan James Jessup discuss the following:
Oncotarget was just recently named in the top ten open-access podcasts for 2020 by player.fm?
Tell us a little about Oncotarget if you would.
Now how do you distinguish Oncotarget’s podcast from every other cancer podcast out there?
Oncotarget has been the largest cancer research journal for half a decade...talk to us more in that regard.
Oncotarget (a primarily oncology-focused, peer-reviewed, open access, weekly journal) aims to maximize research impact through insightful peer-review; eliminate borders between specialties by linking different fields of oncology, cancer research and biomedical sciences; and foster application of basic and clinical science.
Its scope is unique. The term "oncotarget" encompasses all molecules, pathways, cellular functions, cell types, and even tissues that can be viewed as targets relevant to cancer as well as other diseases. The term was introduced in the inaugural Editorial Introducing OncoTarget.
 
 
 
Website: www.Oncotarget.com
Social Media Links: Twitter: www.twitter.com/oncotarget  Facebook: www.facebook.com/oncotarget

At-Home Fitness for the Serious Athlete with John LaVoie

 
 
John LaVoie, Fitness expert for global wellness and fitness app, VERV joins eHealth Radio and the Fitness & Health News Channels. In his role as fitness ambassador for Verv, John uses his multiple exercise and weightlifting certifications plus his background as a triathlete, Olympic weightlifter and competitive dancer to help people get into optimum shape.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest John LaVoie discuss the following:
What is your background and what has inspired you to a career in physical fitness?
How can competitive weight lifters keep in shape when they typically rely on heavy and specialized workout equipment?
For ultra-athletes such as runners and others, what are their best tips for maintaining endurance and fitness?
Is there any way for a top-performing athlete to improve any aspect of their workout, or is a stay-at-home regimen primarily about maintenance?
Are there any surprising workout tips you’d have for a bodybuilder or elite athlete that they may not have considered?
What free or affordable resources are out there for home-bound folks wanting to get in a workout?

John LaVoie is fitness expert with multiple training certifications and a commitment to helping individuals obtain safe, optimal results in fitness and weight loss.  His personal experience includes training and competing as an international tri-athlete, Olympic weightlifter and dancer.  John’s credentials include Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, Level 1 Sports Performance Coach in USA Weightlifting, Group Fitness through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and CPR/AED Training through American Red Cross.  John  a degree in exercise and movement from University of Vermont.  In addition to serving as Verv’s Fitness Expert, John operates a Massachusetts-based training facility, John LaVoie Training.
ABOUT VERV:
Verv is a comprehensive personal mobile health assistant that brings together physical fitness, mindfulness, healthy eating, and good sleep to make a true and significant difference in your well-being. The app is available for iOS, with the Android version in development for release later this year.  The Verv app is available globally with nine language options and offers a free stay-at-home fitness kit as a community service during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Verv currently offers its subscribers:
200 interval trainings
100 fitness workouts
340 running workouts
40 meditations
1,000 hot music mixes
400 vegan, keto and other recipes
100 ASMR, sleep stories and sounds.
 
 
For more information visit here.

Shifting the Melanoma Detection Landscape

 
 
Dr. John Dobak, the President & CEO of DermTech, the leading genomics company in dermatology that is creating a new category of medicine, precision dermatology, enabled their non-invasive skin genomics platform joins eHealth Radio and the Dermatology and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. John Dobak discuss the following:
Precision medicine is a leading innovation. Can you tell us about Precision Dermatology and what that means?
What is the value of genomics in dermatology?
How does this non-invasive test have the potential to shift the melanoma detection landscape?
How does the DermTech PLA work?
Are you adapting to the shift towards tele-medicine within the current environment? 6. What is next for DermTech? Are there other applications of this technology?

Dr. John Dobak, MD, has served as Founder and CEO of several venture-backed life science companies in San Diego. Dr. Dobak is the President of the JAKK Group, a life sciences technology accelerator, which has created several companies, including Lithera, INNERCOOL Therapies, and CryoGen/CryoCor. These companies have developed and marketed therapeutics, ranging from endovascular hypothermia to treat cardiac arrest to catheter-based treatments for cardiac arrhythmias. They have been financed by top tier investment firms and have achieved exits through acquisition and an IPO. Dr. Dobak and these companies are the recipients of several awards for entrepreneurship and innovation, including UCSD Connect’s Most Innovative New Product and MIT’s TR 100. Dr. Dobak received a bachelor’s degree from UCLA and a medical doctorate from UCSD.
Website: dermtech.com
Social Media Links: Twitter: twitter.com/DermTech  Instagram: instagram.com/dermtech  Facebook: facebook.com/dermtech  Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/dermtech