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9 Keys to Achieving Optimal Health

Dr. Jim LaValle, Founder of Metabolic Code Enterprises, Inc., a web platform and practice solution enterprise, launching AIR Support and the Metabolic Code Assessment joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Jim LaValle discuss the following:What are some of the main causes of poor overall health, i.e. constantly getting the cold or flu, high cholesterol, obesity, etc.?In your book, "Cracking the Metabolic Code, 9 Keys to Optimal Health,"  you say that the issues are not found in simply one organ, but in several parts of the body (often times in twos and threes), what do you mean by this?What are the 9 keys to optimal health?So many men and women result to prescription drugs to resolve a variety of medical issues, however, according to your book "Nutritional Costs of Drugs," prescription drugs cause our bodies to loose important nutritions. What are some ways to combat these losses and maintain good nutritional health?If there was one "magic pill" that could solve some of our most serious health problems, what would it be?
Duration: 20:44
James LaValle, is a nationally recognized clinical pharmacist, author, board certified clinical nutritionist, founder of Metabolic Code Enterprises, Inc., a web platform and practice solution enterprise, launching AIR Support and the Metabolic Code Assessment. In addition,  he founded an Practices at Progressive Medical Center in Orange County, CA.  In 2001 he founded and operated LaValle Metabolic Institute, an interdisciplinary medicine facility in Cincinnati for the past 15 years (sold in 2014) where he served thousands of patients using his metabolic model for health. He also founded Integrative Health Resources 15 years ago, which is focused as a natural products industry consulting company. James has 27 years’ experience integrating natural therapies into various medical and business models. James is probably best known for his expertise in natural therapeutics application and drug/nutrient depletion issues and uncovering the underlying metabolic issues that keep people from feeling healthy and vital. As such he has written hundreds of articles for a variety of industry journals and publications, and has lectured for thousands of healthcare professionals and consumer audiences globally on these topics. He was a founding author of the NHI on Demand database and spearheaded the Lexi Comp databases relating to natural therapeutics.
He is author of 16 e books and 20 books including the most recently released, Your Blood Never Lies, as well as his best seller, Cracking the Metabolic Code, along with Smart Medicine for Healthier Living, Nutritional Cost of Drugs and The Cox 2 Connection. He was named one of the “50 Most Influential Pharmacists” by American Druggist magazine and was one of only nine Americans selected to participate in the inaugural Dietary Supplement Education Alliance & Dietary Supplement Information Bureau. LaValle served as the nutrition correspondent for Body Shaping, the number one fitness show on ESPN II in the late 1990’s. Jim is a favorite interviewee for the media related to natural care, and has done well over 500 media appearances in T.V. and radio.
LaValle served as an adjunct associate professor at Cincinnati College of Pharmacy for over 14 years and currently serves as Adjunct Professor in Metabolic Medicine at the University of South Florida Medical School. He is also affiliated with George Washington University as the course director in systems biology and clinical lecturer.  He currently is an instructor for the Fellowship for Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine Fellowship, which trains physicians and other health care professionals on the application of natural therapies into their contemporary practices.
Industry Highlights include: Most recently in 2014, his company MCE, Inc., has established business development ventures with Metagenics, The Poliquin Group, Wakunaga of America, and AML Labs.  In 2010 his company IHR entered into a venture with Life Time Fitness, the largest publicly traded fitness company in the US (NASDAQ: LTM), providing nutrition and metabolism expertise and developing Life Time’s national nutrition education, protocol design and product development initiatives related to weight loss and prevention. This entailed educating close to 2000 fitness trainers, 100 dieticians and reaching some 1.2 million Life Time fitness members.

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5 Time Olympian and Founder of Tootsies Brand, Jacqueline Edwards

Jacqueline Edwards, a 5-time Olympian and Stanford University graduate, who competed in the sport of Track and Field joins eHealth Radio and the Female Health and Pregnancy Channels. Jacqueline is the Founder of Tootsies Maternity Compression Socks, high quality compression socks designed to alleviate the discomfort of swollen legs and feet and all the associated side effects that women experience during and after pregnancy.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Jacqueline Edwards discuss the following:Tell us about your background if you would, I'm sure you have a lot to talk about.
Aside from pregnancy, what are some other reasons people may need compressions socks?What makes Tootsie compression socks different?Since you competed in the sport of Track and Field, will you be watching the Olympic Games in Rio?
Tootsies is the brainchild of Jacqueline Edwards, a 5-time Olympian and Stanford University graduate, who competed in the sport of Track and Field (long jump). As an athlete, for many years Jackie wore compression socks to help with recovery, blood circulation, muscle soreness and muscle tone. As a result, she was uniquely aware of their many benefits and actually cites compression socks as one of the reasons why she was able to have such longevity in her athletic career.
One day while in conversation with a pregnant friend whose feet were swollen and achy, she recommended that her friend try a pair of compression socks to alleviate her symptoms. Upon receiving feedback regarding the immediate impact and relief that her friend experienced, confirming that it was medically recommended for pregnancy and then realizing there was a space for it in the market, in an instant, the very original but much needed idea for Tootsies was born. She decided to create a fun, colorful and fashionable line of compression socks specifically branded for the maternity market.
Jackie was born in Jamaica and moved to The Bahamas at the age of 7. Her athletic career began there at the age of 11 and she earned a full scholarship to Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA, where she was a 2-time NCAA champion. She graduated with a degree in Psychology. She also earned a Master's degree in Sport Psychology from John F. Kennedy University in Orinda, CA. She is a NASM certified personal trainer and has a flourishing personal training business in Los Angeles.
Jackie went on to compete in 5 consecutive Olympic Games beginning in Barcelona in 1992 and ending in Beijing in 2008. She competed in a record 9 consecutive World Championships and was ranked as high as 5th in the World.
In 2008, Jackie was one of 7 people inducted into Stanford University's prestigious Athletic Hall of Fame. In 2003, she was named as L'Oreal Cosmetic's Face of a Generation, appearing in ads in Vogue, Vanity Fair, Glamour, Self, Allure and Lucky magazines. She is also a very powerful international motivational speaker who engages her audience through her athletic experiences. Jackie is extremely passionate and excited to have launched Tootsies Brand, LLC with her 2 business partners Dr. Ross Flowers and Mr. Chris Johnson. She is a healthy lifestyle advocate and so in addition to the sock line, she created Tootsies Fit Club, aimed at encouraging women everywhere to have healthy pregnancies by providing them with exercise and nutritional information. She hopes that by sharing her experiences in the athletic world, Tootsies will help moms and moms-to-be not only look good, but feel great!

Website: www.tootsiesbrand.com
Social Media Links:
Facebook: Tootsies Maternity Compression Socks
Twitter: @tootsiessocks

Can Garlic Reduce Our Risk of Heart Disease?

Dr. Matthew Budoff, Professor of Medicine at David Geffen School of Medicine; Director of Cardiac CT at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center joins eHealth Radio and the Cardiology and Heart Health Channels to discuss how to reduce the risk of heart disease.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Matthew Budoff discuss the following: The CDC has called heart disease the leading cause of death for people of most ethnicities in the United States; why has heart disease become so prevalent here in the US?What are the signs you or a loved one may be suffering from heart disease?This year, The Journal of Nutrition published your study on Garlic and its effect on Heart disease. Can you tell us more about the study and the significance of your findings?Does Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract have any symptoms comparable to prescription drugs such as calcium channel blockers, Antiplatelets, etc?Why do you recommend Kyolic over other supplements?
Duration: 7:24
Matthew J. Budoff, M.D., FACC, is Professor of Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine and Director of Cardiac CT at the Division of Cardiology at the Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, California. Dr. Budoff received his medical degree from the George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. and completed an internship and residency in internal medicine, as well as a fellowship in cardiology at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center.
Dr. Budoff is chief investigator in several active medical research trials and is a frequent lecturer on topics of cardiology at symposia, congresses and annual conferences on nearly every continent. He has authored or co-authored over 500 research papers, six books and 36 book chapters.
Dr. Budoff received the Einstein Award for Scientific Achievement from the International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, UK, and was awarded the Top Oral Abstract at the American Heart Association’s 2009 meeting. Most recently, he was named to the U.S. News & World Report list of Top Doctors for 2011.

Website: www.kyolic.com
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/KyolicUSA

Lipotherme: The Latest in Laser Liposuction Technology

Dr. Dwayne Watkins, CEO and Medical Director of Heartland Total Body located in Atlanta, Georgia joins eHealth Radio and the Plastic Surgery Information Channel to talk about laser liposuction.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Dwayne Watkins discuss the following: What are your recommendations for someone who is interested in non-invasive body contouring?Can you further describe what Lipotherme is and what are reasons someone would undergo this treatment?What is the Lipotherme procedure like? What can someone expect after undergoing Lipotherme, such as recovery and risks?Are there any other laser liposuction treatments currently available?
Duration: 13:02
Dr. Dwayne L. Watkins, board-certified physician, received his Bachelor’s of Pharmacy from the University of Kansas Pharmacy School. He later went on to attain his medical degree from the University of Kansas Medical School and completed his residency training at Atlanta Medical Center.
Dr. Watkins is a member of the American Society of Bariatric Physicians and American Board of Internal Medicine. He has received specialized training in laser liposuction. He is currently CEO and Medical Director of Heartland Healthcare, Heartland Total Body, and Heartland College Park.
Dr. Watkins is happily married with three children. In his spare time, he enjoys training his children in sports. He also enjoys traveling and is an active member of his church.

Website: www.heartlandtotalbody.com
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heartlandtotalbody
Twitter: @HeartlandT_B
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CEO of CareCredit Discusses the Benefits of Healthcare Financing

Dave Fasoli, the Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of CareCredit, a leading provider of healthcare financing joins eHealth Radio and the Healthcare and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dave Fasoli discuss the following:What is CareCredit? And how long has it been available?How is paying with a CareCredit card different from paying with a general purpose credit card?How do I know if my doctor accepts CareCredit?What are some of the benefits of CareCredit?What are some of the main things people use CareCredit for?Do I need this if I have insurance?What are some mistakes people make when paying for healthcare, and how can CareCredit help people avoid those mistakes?CareCredit recently announced a partnership with Rite Aid, anythign further we should know about this?
Duration: 14:20
Dave Fasoli has been Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of our CareCredit platform since February 2014 and has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of the CareCredit platform of GE’s North American Retail Finance business since March 2008. Dave has been involved in three significant business acquisitions and integrations, including CareCredit. His cross-functional expertise, leadership and growth mindset have consistently driven results.
From June 2003 to March 2008, he served as General Manager of the Home and Recreational Products business of GE’s North American Retail Finance business. He and his team generated innovative financing solutions across five different industries, promoting strong growth and profitability.
Prior to June 2003, Dave served as Vice President of Client Development of GE’s North American Retail Finance business and held several positions of increasing responsibility within GE and GE’s North American Retail Finance business in Finance, Client Development, Business Integration, and Quality.

Website: www.carecredit.com
Social Media Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareCredit
Twitter: @carecredit

Strength Training for Women

Jay Kali an Online Specialist in Strength & Conditioning at Kali Coaching that helps women get stronger physically and mentally even without a gym joins eHealth Radio and the Fitness and Mental Health Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Jay Kali discuss the following:What are some commonly believed myths about strength training for women?What are the benefits women get from strength training? The most surprising fact people dont know about strength training? What would that be?So your saying women should ONLY strength train? What do you feel is stopping women back from strength training?
Duration: 5:50
After growing up in struggling single parent family, Jay was never taught the basics of health and fitness. He never exercised and grew up always shopping in the husky section for clothes until he joined the military.
After being deployed twice (Iraq ’04, Egypt ’05) Jay was honorably discharged in 2006.
He was quickly accepted into the Federal Bureau of Prisons where he was able to start fine tuning his love for training others. Jay began teaching others how to train and get into the best shapes of their lives using the techniques he learned and used himself.
In 2012 Jay decided to seize an opportunity and moved to Cancun, MX to open the first of its kind fitness facility. Since then he has earned his certifications as a Specialist in Strength and Conditioning, as well as a Certified Fitness Trainer, both earned through the International Sports Science Association. Jay is also a 300-Certified Yoga Teacher in Power Yoga from Aura Wellness Center.
Jay is currently on a mission to help women all over the world get stronger physically and mentally, even if they don't have time to make it to the gym.

Websites:
www.kalicoaching.com
www.kalicoaching.com/free-trial
Social Media Links:
Facebook: fb.com/thekalicoaching
Twitter: twitter.com/KaliCoaching

Mobile and Texting: A Strategic Communication Tool for Healthcare Providers

Ken Saitow, CEO of CareWire, a text-first mobile patient communication and engagement company joins eHealth Radio and the Health Care and Technology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Ken Saitow discuss the following:Why is it important for healthcare providers to be focusing on how they communicate with their patients?What are some of the challenges they face in communicating with their patients?Why should providers evaluate mobile communication and, more specifically, text messaging? Is texting really suitable for healthcare given regulatory concerns and the variation of age and socioeconomic status of patients?What are some ways that texting can support healthcare provider's goals?
Duration: 20:07
Ken Saitow is the President & CEO of CareWire, Inc. Ken has over two decades of experience providing performance improvement solutions for leading healthcare organizations across the country. He has also held operational and strategic leadership positions for a number of premier healthcare consulting firms.
Ken has a track record of successfully bringing new solutions and services to market. Most recently, Ken was a Managing Director in Huron Consulting Group’s Healthcare Practice. Prior to that, he was an owner of Stockamp & Associates Inc. and a partner within the Global Health Services Practice at Accenture.
Ken holds a BS in Computer Science from the University of Georgia.

Website: www.carewireinc.com
Social Media Links:
Twitter: @carewire
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carewire-inc

MedjetAssist: Take Trips, Not Chances

John Gobbels, the Chief Operating Officer/Vice President and transport expert for MedjetAssist, the premier global air-medical transport membership program for travelers which is a great supplement to travel insurance again joins eHealth Radio and the Travel Health Care Information Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest John Gobbels discuss the following:What is MedjetAssist, and how does it compare/contrast to basic travel insurance? What is the main differentiator?What are some of the different kinds of Medjet memberships? Are they appropriate for both leisure and business travelers? Medical emergencies don't discriminate. Does Medjet see a wide range of transport types from all ages, gender and locations? Medjet recently launched a new Horizon membership called "Medjet Horizon" which includes more than just the medical evacuation portion. What exactly does this membership entail and how would it be beneficial for travelers, especially in light of recent terrorist attacks? What are a few of the most important precautions that families can take to protect themselves while traveling this summer?
Duration: 7:58

John Gobbels brings over 25 years of pre-hospital and hospital service and management experience to his role as vice president and COO of MedjetAssist. Since joining the premier air-medical transport membership program in 2006 as director of transport operations, Mr. Gobbels has been responsible for complete oversight of all transport and repatriation operations.
Before moving from his hometown of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Medjet’s headquarters in Birmingham, Alabama, Mr. Gobbels spent 13 years with STAT MedEvac, the air ambulance arm of the renowned University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). During his tenure, he played integral roles in almost all aspects of the program, from base operations to communications and clinical operations.
For six years Mr. Gobbels served as clinical director of STAT MedEvac, overseeing compliance with the Commission on Air-Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS), as well as the continuing education requirements for all clinical staff. Previously, he was a flight nurse and paramedic. Mr. Gobbels began his career with UPMC in 1991 as a critical care nurse.
John Gobbels holds a Masters degree in Management and Information Technology from Carlow University in Pittsburgh, PA., as well as multiple degrees in health care.

Web Site: medjetassist.com

Liposuction vs. Smart Lipo: Which One is Right for You?

Dr. Erika Sato, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon at Houston Plastic Craniofacial & Sinus Surgery located in Houston, Texas joins eHealth Radio and the Plastic Surgery Information Channel to discuss the differences between liposuction and SmartLipo.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Erika Sato discuss the following:
What is liposuction? What is SmartLipo?What are reasons someone would undergo liposuction or SmartLipo?What are your recommendations for someone who is considering liposuction or SmartLipo?What do the liposuction and SmartLipo procedures entail? What is recovery like? What are common concerns with liposuction and SmartLipo?
Duration: 6:19
Dr. Erika Sato is a Houston area plastic surgeon board certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Sato earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Missouri where she graduated Cum Laude from the Honors College. She attended medical school at the University of Missouri College of Medicine, where she received her Doctorate of Medicine and graduated in the top 25% of her class. She completed both her general surgery and plastic surgery training at the University of Texas Health Science Center in the world-renowned Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world. She received multiple awards during her training from both faculty and peers including Resident of the Year as a junior resident and Chief Resident of the year for Memorial Hermann’s storied James “Red” Duke trauma service. Dr. Sato was also selected as an Administrative Chief Resident of Surgery for her final year of general surgery training.
In the course of her plastic surgery training Dr. Sato developed a substantial interest in the field of breast reconstruction, specifically microvascular free tissue transfer. She trained at Memorial Hermann, home to the nation’s busiest trauma service, as well as MD Anderson Cancer Center, one of the nation’s premier hospitals for cancer treatment, and performed over 100 microvascular breast and trauma reconstructions during her training.
Dr. Sato also trained at St. Joseph Medical Center, which has a long history of being a recognized leader in providing excellent cosmetic and general plastic surgery care. During this time Dr. Sato studied extensively in the latest techniques in facial, breast and body aesthetic surgery, including liposuction and SmartLipo. Outside of her formal training, she also dedicated much of her time to studying under many regional and national leaders in cosmetic plastic surgery in the Houston area.

Website: www.houstonbeautifulbody.com
Social Media Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erikasatomd
Twitter: @erikasatomd
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The Dangers We Face in a Technology Driven World

Dr. Lisa Strohman, the Founder and Director of the Technology Wellness Center, one of the first organizations to address the global issue of technology addiction and overuse joins eHealth Radio and the Mental Health, Psychology and Technology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Lisa Strohman discuss the following:Tell us about your background in the field and what inspired you to specialize in technology addiction.We all use technology, whether it is professionally or recreationally; what are signs that you have crossed the line into unhealthy use and addiction?We learned from a recent interview that you worked with a middle school where 30% of its students were suspended due to some inappropriate text messages. Can you tell us a little more about this & why parents should be concerned?Parent's biggest concern with their child's internet use was once cat phishing and online predators, is sexting the next upward battle?You are about to release an online program called The Digital Citizens Academy, can you tell us more about that and how parents/teachers can bring it to their schools?
Recognizing the growing challenges parents now face with their children, and the increasingly serious issues her young patients are dealing with due to our growing dependency on technology, inspired Dr. Strohman to launch the Technology Wellness Center, which she co-founded with Dr. Melissa Westendorf JD, PhD in 2014.
After growing up in California, Dr. Strohman attended the University of California, Davis, where she received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, graduating Magna Cum Laude. She then completed a joint, integrated program in law and Psychology at Villanova and Drexel Universities, where she met Dr. Westendorf.
During her undergraduate career, Dr. Strohman gained experience as a lead program coordinator with Families for Early Autism Treatment (FEAT), as a family reunification therapist and a hospice counselor. While attending graduate school, she performed research in substance abuse, risk communication and child abduction. Her avid interest in public policy earned her the honor of becoming a legislative intern for Congress. She was also selected as an honors intern with the Federal Bureau of Investigation and invited to become a visiting scholar with the FBI’s National Center for the Analysis of Violent Crime division as she completed her dissertation.
After earning her Juris Doctorate, Strohman worked at a large law firm, while completing her residency at the Arizona State Hospital in both a clinical and forensic rotation in clinical psychology. She eventually settled back into her counseling practice as the clinical psychologist with Lifescape Medical Associates, where she utilizes her training in cognitive behavior therapy to help patients.
In addition to establishing the Technology Wellness Center, Dr. Strohman and Dr. Westendorf developed an assessment test (TUC) to help parents identify if their child is at risk from technology overuse. The two have also co-authored a book, Unplug: Raising Kids in a Technology Addicted World, published in July 2015.
In an effort to educate parents, caregivers and students, Dr. Strohman frequently speaks at schools, parent organizations and with students to help raise awareness and offer preventative tools and resources. She is also frequently featured in the media as an expert source for issues related to technology use and behavior.
Dr. Strohman is married to her high school sweetheart, Dr. William Strohman and is a devoted mom to their two children.

Website: www.technologywellnesscenter.com