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Dr Karen Health Show

91 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratings

Dr. Karen Wolfe is an Australian physician with a mission. She is the leading voice to discern how to use the massive amounts information in the field of nutrition, mind/body medicine and functional medicine. Dr Karen will offer you strategies and plans to take your health to the next level. With scientifically sound principles, she will offer tips, motivation and inspiration to support your total health and wellness.Learn more about her work at http://drkarenwolfe.org/

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Social Media Risks for Children and Adolescents

May 30, 2023 19:08 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MB

Social media can pose a profound risk of harm for children’s mental health and development. Excessive use and harmful content exposure is part of the Surgeon General’s public health advisory on Social Media and Youth Mental Health. Listen to this podcast and share it to keep the conversation going !

Intentional Living - How to Be Fully Present with Life

August 03, 2022 19:27 - 9 minutes - 8.46 MB

On this episode of The Dr Karen Health Show, I share my personal commitment to being more fully present in the moment - in my relationships, down time, walking and eating. It’s a great practice !

The Alzheimers’s Gene

April 20, 2022 16:12 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

There is so much you can do to protect your brain even if you have the Alzheimer’s Gene variant. Learn all about it in this episode of The Dr Karen Health Show

Nutrigenomic Testing for Optimal Health

March 12, 2022 15:25 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MB

Nutrigenomic testing offers a roadmap for a personalized wellness plan based on your unique genetic variations. I can customize your health plan based on results and can support metabolic and mental health, athletic performance and weight and diet personalization. This episode of The Dr Karen Health Show explains what it is and how it works

Mental Health Tips for Stressful Times

March 08, 2022 20:57 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MB

Over the past several days, the situation in Ukraine 🇺🇦 has escalated into war and many of us are feeling anxious, sad, fearful and angry. In this special episode of The Dr Karen Health Show, I share what I am doing to build mental resilience in these times of stress.

Know Your Heart Health Numbers

February 18, 2022 20:25 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MB

This episode of The Dr Karen Health Show reviews the bio markers you need to keep track of for your heart ❤️ health. Be sure to have a pen and paper to write these down !

What Is the Mind/Heart Connection Part 2

January 31, 2022 22:50 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

Part 2 of The Dr Karen Health Show Podcast series in The Mind/Heart Connection reviews Dr Karen’s 4 “M’s” of building resilience and positive psychological health. Can you guess what they are?

What Is the Mind/Heart Connection?

January 30, 2022 22:16 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

Does our mental health affect our heart ? A large growing body of evidence shows mental health affects the heart directly. These are direct effects through biological pathways as well as indirectly through lifestyle factors. This podcast will change the way you view the head / heart connection ❤️

How to Make Eating Healthy Fun for Kids

December 09, 2021 19:51 - 12 minutes - 11 MB

It is never too early to encourage healthy eating in our children. In this episode of The Dr Karen Health Show Podcast, Dr Karen shares great fun tips to get children involved and excited about making fun and healthy treats !

The Scary Sugar Trap!

October 29, 2021 18:07 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MB

The scariest thing about Halloween is the sugar! As a Sugar Buster Coach, you can imagine how scary Halloween is for me. In this episode of The Dr Karen Health Show, I discuss ways to make this holiday season even healthier than ever !

Can genetics change your life?

October 12, 2021 18:56 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MB

Nutrigenomics is a wonderful way to drive behavior motivation and change your life! In this Podcast Dr Karen discusses how she has used Nutrigenomics to shift lifestyle habits in powerful ways

4 Habits to Build Mental Strength

August 15, 2021 18:35 - 10 minutes - 9.38 MB

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”

My Detox Experience at Sanoviv

August 05, 2021 21:11 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MB

This Dr Karen Wolfe Health Show episode explains the comprehensive 7 day medical detoxification program I just returned from. Sanoviv is a cutting edge facility focused on whole-body healing.

Hidden Dangers of Heartburn

July 15, 2021 01:21 - 10 minutes - 9.63 MB

Left untreated, acid reflux (heartburn), can result in many chronic digestive issues. In this episode of The Dr Karen Health Show, Dr Karen Wolfe talks about lifestyle and dietary changes that can help!

The Mouth Body Connection

July 10, 2021 02:52 - 8 minutes - 8.14 MB

There has been a huge shift in understanding the link between mouth health and body health. Dr Karen Wolfe answers two questions - How can the health of our mouth affect our body ? Why are the simple habits of daily brushing and flossing more important than we might think?

4 Foods To Avoid for Bone Health

June 24, 2021 20:01 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

Can you guess what the four bad for the bones foods are ? In this podcast episode. Dr Karen Wolfe shares valuable insights in ways to support healthy bones

How To Read A Food Label

June 16, 2021 20:57 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

A common question wellness seekers ask is about how to read a food label. In this podcast episode Dr Karen Wolfe breaks down the important features to pay attention to in a label before you choose to buy it. She also gives examples of foods and their labels

Cultivating Wonder and Finding Hope

June 02, 2021 22:52 - 9 minutes - 8.79 MB

In this Podcast Episode I read a passage from “The Book of Awakening” by poet and spiritual teacher, Mark Nepo. Life is fragile and unbreakable at the same time and wonder helps us find the indestructible part of the thread.

Are You Protecting Your Eyes?

May 27, 2021 00:18 - 10 minutes - 9.58 MB

Do you know the major causes of vision loss? Did you know most of these causes, if caught early, can be prevented? Do you know how to protect your eyes from the sun and computers and harsh environmental exposure? Listen to my podcast if you appreciate the gift of your vision!

Do This At Least 3 Times A Week

May 12, 2021 18:44 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

Do you want to improve your mood and metabolism, have more energy and feel great? Todays podcast episode talks about the most efficient way to have all this! What do you think it is ? HINT - It is RHA

How to Stop Sugar Cravings

May 05, 2021 19:46 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

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 !

Top 20 Brain Nourishing Foods

March 16, 2021 18:57 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

Here is a list of 20 scientifically proven brain-nourishing foods. What we eat every day creates and re-creates both our cells and our body! Although the brain comprises only 2 percent of the body by weight, it uses 25 percent of our energy. Since food is energy, our brains are vulnerable to each nutritional choice we make.

How Movement Can Help Move Emotions with SPECIAL GUEST Dr Deb kern

March 04, 2021 20:46 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MB

In this episode, Dr Deb Kern shares how emotions can get blocked in the body and how important it is to allow these emotions to FLOW and MOVE. She discusses a practice for us to connect to our inner knowing to awaken the health of your mind, body, and spirit.

Biomarkers for Your Brain Health

March 01, 2021 22:48 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

Wouldn’t you want to be able to assess your likelihood for cognitive decline before it happens? In this podcast Dr Karen discusses biomarkers for you to assess your cognitive health

5 Foods to Avoid for Mental Health

February 26, 2021 03:12 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

There are foods that are good for the brain and foods that are bad for the brain. Learn the 5 foods to avoid to support your Mental Health

Mental Health and Your Gut - Part 2 Heartburn and Mood

February 22, 2021 00:20 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

If you think Heartburn is a minor symptom- think again. Acid redux and mood disorders share a very close link. Unlike what we were made to believe, reflux is actually caused by insufficient levels of stomach acid.

Mental Health and Your Gut - Part 2 Heartburn and Mood and Your Mood

February 22, 2021 00:20 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

If you think Heartburn is a minor symptom- think again. Acid redux and mood disorders share a very close link. Unlike what we were made to believe, reflux is actually caused by insufficient levels of stomach acid.

Mental Health and Your Gut- Part 1 Got Constipation?

February 22, 2021 00:13 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

Mental Health and Your Gut is a series designed to show you how our gut is connected to anxiety and depression and provide solutions to improve your mental well-being by optimizing your capacity to digest food and absorb nutrients. Part 1 is about how constipation can lead to recirculation of toxins and imbalance of your Microbiome that is intricately connected to mental health.

Healthy Snacking Ideas

February 09, 2021 18:53 - 10 minutes - 9.36 MB

Snacking while working at home can be tricky when we are so close to the refrigerator all the time. Here are my Top Ten Healthy Snack ideas Share this Podcast and tag me @DrKarenWolfe Learn about my Sugar Buster Program at https://drkarenwolfe.org/the-sugar-busters/

Seven Self Care Skills I Learned from my Dog

December 23, 2020 02:18 - 8 minutes - 8.08 MB

My dog Max teaches me ( and reminds me) about self care every day. In this podcast episode I share seven self care skills I learned from Max. They are simple and powerful when i practice them every day

The Blessings of A Slab Leak

November 23, 2020 00:56 - 9 minutes - 8.69 MB

There are blessings to be found even in the most difficult times.

Wellness Tips While Working Remotely

October 01, 2020 17:24 - 10 minutes - 19.2 MB

The pandemic has thrust many of us into a new work-from-home environment for the first time. It has thrown our daily routines out of balance and especially our wellness routines! Here are my Top Ten Tips for how I stay healthy while working remotely.

Solving the Food Sensitivity Puzzle

September 18, 2020 19:28 - 11 minutes - 21 MB

An estimated 30 percent of Americans experience some kind of food sensitivity during their lifetime. The most common symptoms include gastrointestinal upset, skin rashes or respiratory issues. You can also experience fatigue, headache, mood swings and even migraine. Learn how to uncover and identify a food sensitivity.

Where Is Our Psychological First Aid?

September 06, 2020 21:51 - 11 minutes - 21.3 MB

A recent trip to the Emergency Room made me think about how good we are at physical first aid but not so good at psychological first aid. A major “scar” of this pandemic will be many of us needing psychosocial first aid. How good are we at that ?

The Five "C's" of Resilience

September 04, 2020 22:53 - 9 minutes - 17.9 MB

The five competencies of resilience are a useful tool to assess our own unique resiliency skills. I have found the concept very useful in my own life. In this Podcast i review a process for you to assess your own resiliency!

What Is Your Resilience Story?

August 27, 2020 19:23 - 13 minutes - 23.4 MB

We all have challenges that shape our character and help us grow. The past few months have tested our resilience. Thank believe we are hardwired to not only recover from adversity. But also grow and transform. In this Podcast I talk about sharing your Resilience Story.

Resilience and Thriving - The Secret Power of Stress - Set Point

August 23, 2020 23:14 - 11 minutes - 21.2 MB

We all have a “set point” for the expected amount of joy, happiness or pain and anguish and we tend to return to that point after negative or positive experiences. In this Podcast I share the 5 set point levels and invite you to begin exploring where you are in your set point levels.

A New Vaccine - Optimize Your Brain

August 22, 2020 20:13 - 8 minutes - 16.1 MB

In his new book The End of Alzheimer’s Program, Dr Dale Bredesen talks about needing a new vaccine for Alzheimer’s Disease. Not an injection, but a personalized lifestyle program based on all the contributing factors.

Lifetyle Medicine is Needed now!

August 05, 2020 21:55 - 5 minutes - 10.6 MB

Lifestyle medicine is needed now more than ever. Poor lifestyle choices such a smoking and overuse of alcohol and lack of physical activity are key contributors to the progression of many of the chronic diseases that put us at more risk of severe infection with this new corona virus

To Thine Own Self Be True - A Book Review

May 26, 2020 20:07 - 10 minutes - 19.2 MB

Raw, honest, powerful, soulful and tender. The book “Untamed” is both a memoir and a wake up call for us all the listen and trust our inner “Knowing”

A Boost for Your Mental Health

May 05, 2020 21:44 - 10 minutes - 19.2 MB

In this episode I hold space for all the different emotions at this time to co- exist. It is Mental Health Awareness Month so let’s shine a light on how we are feeling !

Let's Create Health !

April 30, 2020 19:38 - 11 minutes - 20.9 MB

We have heard about the Germ Theory of disease, have you heard about The Terrain Theory? It’s time to take back our power and realize we can build up our body to be a bad host to this virus !

The Waves of Emotion Hit Me on this Birthday.

April 04, 2020 00:20 - 11 minutes - 20 MB

Having a birthday during the pandemic triggered a lot of emotion for me. How are you doing with navigating your mental and emotional health? We are all in this together !

Finding Gratitude, Hope and Love in a Time of Hardship

March 20, 2020 20:42 - 8 minutes - 16.1 MB

At a time of so much change in our world, it is normal to feel anxiety, fear, stress, depression. Today I focus on how to find gratitude, hope and love as we navigate this global pandemic together.

Calming the Corona Viral Panic

March 13, 2020 18:04 - 13 minutes - 23.4 MB

There is a viral panic that is shifting the way we live and the choices we make. As of March 13, 2020, we are seeing major changes in closures of schools, sports events, meetings, travel .... to name just a few. Let’s focus on what we CAN do to support ourselves, our families and our communities. Let’s practice some calm in the chaos.

Finding Calm in the Corona Virus Chaos

March 13, 2020 00:30 - 11 minutes - 19.8 MB

When we are faced with something that feels out of control, it is good to focus on things we can do. Here is some specific actions we can take that support ourselves, our families and our community.

A Lifestyle Approach to Prediabetes

February 27, 2020 21:30 - 10 minutes - 18.3 MB

Even moderate changes in lifestyle can make a big difference in preventing the progression of prediabetes. Learn Dr Karen’s 12 Step Program and make sure you download her ebook at www.DrKarenWolfe.org/sugarcravings that she refers to in this Podcast

Are You Listening to Your Thyroid?

February 20, 2020 19:43 - 11 minutes - 20.8 MB

The thyroid is a powerful glad that controls nearly every aspect of our health. The podcast reviews signs of whether your thyroid is working well and how to keep it healthy and functioning

12 Steps to Beating Sugar Addiction

January 29, 2020 20:42 - 10 minutes - 18.9 MB

Sugar is definitely an addictive substance and it is everywhere ! Here are my 12 steps to beating those sugar cravings and setting up a low glycemic lifestyle

How Lifestyle Affects Brain Chemistry

January 22, 2020 18:33 - 8 minutes - 16.1 MB

Everything we do in our daily lives affects our neurotransmitters. How we sleep, what we eat, how we move and even our thoughts and emotions! This podcast focuses on serotonin !