Modern Aging
111 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsWelcome To The Modern Aging Podcast! If you are over 40 and are looking to optimize and elevate your health and well-being in holistic and innovative ways, then this is the podcast for you! Each week, we will share interviews with top experts in holistic health, wealth, body, mind and spirit. As an integrative health coach and avid traveler, I will share my findings with you and provide insightful tips on how we can live better and longer after 40.
My mom had a massive stroke at 65 in 2001 and then developed Parkinson's Disease 10 years later. My dad was diagnosed with frontal temporal dementia in 2016. After caring for them for almost 20 years, I decided that this was not how I wanted to age so I started searching for different approaches to health.
What I discovered is a treasure trove of endless holistic ways to approach our health and well-being that is better for us and the planet. It is proactive instead of reactive. It is taking care of our whole being, not just treating what is causing us pain. We have to look at our relationships, stress levels, work, family life, the whole kit n kaboodle as well as our nutrition and exercise. This is whole health living. We all want to grow old, but I think we can agree that we want to grow older and retain a healthy lifestyle, independence, and a high quality of life. That lifestyle starts today. So, join me every Friday.
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Episodes
058. How To Plan For a Good Death with End of Life Doula Alua Arthur
October 22, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 47.5 MBTalking about death and dying does not have to be uncomfortable and morbid. It is essential if you want to create a more peaceful end-of-life experience. Aside from the emotional roller coaster, tying the loose ends of the lives of loved ones can be stressful and complicated. Having someone to answer questions and support you is invaluable. Alua Arthur, the Founder of Going With Grace, discusses how she became a death doula and supports people and families at any stage of death. Listen in ...
057. What is Breathwork? Benefits of Breathing Exercises and Breathing Techniques
October 15, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 47.9 MB90% of us are bad breathers. What does that mean? It means that most of us breathe through our mouths and not our noses. Breathing fully and purposefully can lower stress, blood pressure, create more oxygen in the brain. Inward Breathwork co-founders Amanda Laine and Harry Taylor are our guests today. They explain how we breathe affects every cell in our bodies and how it can have a negative impact on our health and wellbeing if not done correctly. The good news is that we can re-activ...
056. 5 Ways To Relieve Stress, Depression, Anxiety
October 01, 2021 10:00 - 7 minutes - 11.9 MBWe experience stress from work, life, relationships. It’s okay to feel stressed, but chronic stress can lead to serious health conditions. We all need to find ways to manage stress to prevent it from building up and negatively affecting our health. Risa shares 5 effective and easy tips to help you destress and get back on your feet.
055. Alternative Therapy For Pain Relief: Prolotherapy and Ozone Therapy
September 24, 2021 13:54 - 29 minutes - 41.5 MBIf you suffer from knee pain, back pain, shoulder pain, wrist pain, ankle pain, or other pain, prolotherapy or ozone therapy may be a possible treatment option for you. Today’s guest is Dr. Larisa Likver, MD, a physiatrist with a sub-specialty in pain management. Dr. Likver shares how physiatrists help discover the root cause of pain, the importance of having inflammation, and the effectiveness of prolotherapy and ozone therapy. https://www.drlikver.com/
054. A Beginner's Guide to Medicinal Mushrooms - Reishi, Lion's Mane, Chaga, Cordyceps and Turkey Tail
September 17, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 45 MBHave you heard about the health benefits of medicinal mushrooms? Tony Shields, co-Founder of Fresh Cap, shares the health benefits and science behind some of the major medicinal mushrooms such as Reishi, Lion’s Mane, Cordyceps, Chaga, and Turkey Tail. Check out the show notes here. Modern Aging Listeners get 10% off their first purchase! Use Code: MODERNAGING Click Here for FRESHCAP website
053. How to Shop For CBD Products: CBD Oil, CBD Gummies, Topical CBD
September 10, 2021 10:00 - 42 minutes - 60.6 MBThe CBD market is crowded, confusing and complicated. It's hard to figure out what is the best product to buy and the information and misinformation can get overwhelming. Tahira Rehmatullah is the CEO and co-founder of Commons, a new CBD product brand. She joins us today to share how she discovered the incredible health benefits of CBD and how it can help improve your physical and mental health. Commons' mission is to help customers get educated on medical cannabis and CBD so that they ca...
051. Medical Cannabis and CBD For Women’s Health with Dr June Chin
September 03, 2021 13:34 - 31 minutes - 44.3 MBMedical cannabis has helped thousands with anxiety, depression, cancer, Parkinsons, epilepsy, chronic pain, and neurological disorders. Integrative Cannabis physician, Dr. June Chin, dives into the science of Cannabis and CBD, its application to medicine, and how it can help you if you are struggling with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, or sleep issues. JOIN OUR FREE WEBINAR WITH DR. JUNE CHIN Essential Guide to Cannabis and CBD For Women's Health Sept 30, Oct 3, Oct 6, 2021 go ...
050. Dermatologist Dr. Mamina and Her Mom Michiko's Japanese Skin Care Tips
August 27, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 37.4 MBAs we get older, our skin changes so our approach for how we care for it should change as well. In this episode, we get back to basics with dermatologist Dr. Mamina Turegano and her mom Michiko. Michiko shares some of her unconventional Japanese skin care and health tips like banana peel facials and onion skin tea. At 72 years young and vibrant as ever, Dr. Mamina knows her mother is doing something right. You can check out their viral social media posts on Instagram and Tik Tok @drmamina.
049. Cancer Story of Inspiration and Holistic Soul Healing
August 20, 2021 10:00 - 30 minutes - 43 MBDenise DeSimone is an author, documentary filmmaker, motivational speaker, singer, ordained minister, cancer wellness coach, and throat cancer survivor. In this episode, Denise shares her cancer survivor story -- how she unconventionally "befriended" her cancer in order to help heal herself from the inside out. Now over 15 years in remission, Denise has written a book and produced a documentary about her cancer journey, From Stage IV to Center Stage, and helps others change their mindsets a...
048. My Experience with End of Life and Death: Home Funerals, Green Burials and Cremation
August 13, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 59.1 MBDeath of a loved one can be stressful for both the dying and their families. However, with proper planning and preparation, a beautiful, meaningful ceremony can be created to remember your loved one and provide comfort, love and even joy. Amy Cunningham of Fitting Tribute Funeral Services was the Funeral Director for Risa's mother. Risa's family decided to have a home funeral for their mother. The resurgence of home funerals and other green options provide alternative choices for fam...
047. Term vs. Whole vs. Universal: Types of Life Insurance and Long Term Care Insurance Explained
August 06, 2021 10:00 - 43 minutes - 61.3 MBUnderstanding life insurance is critical especially if you have a family. Insurance agent and financial planner, Franco Livoti, breaks down the differences between term life insurance, universal life insurance and whole life insurance. Many people don't like to engage in the life insurance conversation, but it can save your family from financial ruin. Life happens. Be prepared for it so that your loved ones are taken care of in the event of an unfortunate circumstance. For more info on...
046. Pilates, Somatic Movement, Strength Training: What Are The Essential Exercises For Women Over 40?
July 30, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutes - 51.3 MBAs we get older, we need to think about the best way to move our bodies for better mind body alignment and function. Physical therapist, Ada Wells, gives us practical advice on what we should do and should not do depending on where our bodies are in at in terms of strength, mobility, and physical structure. Dr Wells has a online platform, BeWellStayWell.net, for women over 40 who are looking to maintain and improve their balance, movement and strength. Get a 7 Day FREE Trial for remote an...
045. How To Overcome Setbacks and Stay Motivated
July 23, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 41.1 MBMeet physical therapist and fitness trainer, Dr. Laura Miranda. We talk about Laura’s personal setbacks including a serious accident, how she recovered, and what she learned in the process. Laura shares techniques and tools that she used to help herself not only physically, but more importantly mentally.
044. Simple, Attainable Ways to Reach Your Weight Loss and Health Goals
July 16, 2021 11:57The first step to improving your nutrition is understanding what you eat, how you eat, and why you eat. Creating a balanced and nutritious meal doesn't have to be complicated, expensive, or time-consuming as it may seem. Health and nutrition coach Shanique Allen shares some tips on how to make it doable while creating a better, healthier diet for yourself.
044. Simple, Attainable Ways to Reach Your Weight Loss and Health Goals
July 16, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 47.6 MBThe first step to improving your nutrition is understanding what you eat, how you eat, and why you eat. Creating a balanced and nutritious meal doesn't have to be complicated, expensive, or time-consuming as it may seem. Health and nutrition coach Shanique Allen gives us helpful tips on how to provide a healthier diet and lifestyle starting with small, attainable steps.
043. The Keys to Staying Young at 62: African Dance + Whole Foods Plant Based Diet -
July 09, 2021 10:00 - 32 minutes - 46.6 MBKukuwa is a dancer and choreographer of Kukuwa Fitness. She created her own dance fusion by combining traditional African dance movements and fitness. The main objective is to move every part of your body to maximize the workout and have fun. Kukuwa also shares her nutrition and detox tips that she has been following since she was a little girl growing up in Ghana. Her grandmother lived to be well over 100 so they are doing something right! If you would like to watch the video versio...
042. Struggling with Perimenopause, Menopause, Hormonal Changes and Weight Gain? What to Do
July 02, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 39.7 MBPerimenopause is a major transition that happens in every woman's life, yet it is not discussed publicly enough. Healthspan Scientist and Coach, Dr. Rachael Van Pelt, breaks down the science of what happens when a woman hits perimenopause, what symptoms we can expect to have (it's not all about hot flashes!) and what we can do about it. Read more about Dr. Rachael Van Pelt - https://rachaelvanpelt.com/ For show notes, click here. Visit us at https://www.thisismodernaging.com
041. Alzheimers Disease and Dementia Care Strategies with MSNBC News Anchor Richard Lui
June 25, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 58.1 MBMSNBC Anchor Richard Lui shares lessons he learned while caregiving for his father who was diagnosed with dementia 9 years ago. In addition to taking care of others, taking good care of yourself is vital. HIs experience inspired him to write Enough About Me: The Unexpected Power of Selflessness. We've added a link if you are interested in purchasing his book. https://amzn.to/3zTPPDb Listen in to learn how Richard balances eating healthy, exercising regularly, and finding joy in the ...
040. Best Place to Retire: Cuernavaca, Mexico
June 11, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 38.6 MBReal estate agent Andrea Dolch Espinosa shares what it's like to live in Cuernavaca, Mexico, a small town about 90 minutes south of Mexico City. Once known as being the "Hamptons of Mexico City," it is popular for its temperate weather - in the 70s most days. It is also known as "the city of eternal spring." The wide variety of properties available, cost of living, access to great healthcare, and the close-knit ex-pat community make Cuernavaca a hidden gem as a retirement destination in Me...
039. Dream Retirement in Mexico with Puerto Vallarta Real Estate Agent Taniel Chemsian
June 04, 2021 10:00 - 18 minutes - 27.4 MBRisa and Puerto Vallarta real estate agent Taniel Chemsian talk about their upcoming free Dream Retirement in Mexico webinar where they will discuss popular places you can live in Mexico, how to buy property and the basics of healthcare for foreigners. To register and for more info, visit www.DreamRetirementInMexico.com FREE LIVE WEBINAR June 8, 9, 13, 16, 2021 Choose the date and time that best suits your schedule.
038. Moving to Playa del Carmen, Mexico: What You Need To Know
May 28, 2021 19:22 - 43 minutes - 61 MBPlaya Del Carmen, Mexico has boomed in recent years with its proximity to the U.S., gorgeous beaches, affordability and laid back lifestyle. Local real estate agent Susana MacDonald moved to the region with her family over 10 years ago. She shares what it really costs to live there, renting or buying real estate, and overall quality of life.
037. Moving to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico during Covid
May 21, 2021 10:00 - 40 minutes - 57.2 MBOriginally from South Africa, Tracey and Glen lived in Tampa, Florida for years but always dreamed of retiring to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. The Pandemic hit and it inspired them to move their plans up, and move there as soon as possible, instead of waiting until retirement. They sold their house, purged most of their belongings, and made the move to Cabo San Lucas. They share their story and a few very helpful and practical hacks they discovered along the way.
036. Live Your Dream to Move Abroad and Retire in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
May 14, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 25.2 MBYou are not alone if you have a tough time making your dream to move abroad a reality. In this episode, Taniel Chemsien talks about his experience moving to Puerto Vallarta and how you can make the move too. You owe it yourself to live your best life. Have confidence in your decision and don’t let anyone or anything hold you back.
035. Caregiving Tips for Aging Parents
May 07, 2021 10:00 - 35 minutes - 50 MBCaring for aging parents at home comes with a lot of stress and anxiety, but when we prepare early and have conversations with our families about our parent's desires, then it can alleviate much of the pressure. In this episode, Retired Major General and AARP Caregiving Ambassador Tony Taguba and Risa talk about respite care, parent home care, mistakes in non medical home care and his personal experience with caregiving for his parents. What you will learn: Tony’s experience with caregivi...
034. Signs and Types of Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease: What You Need To Know
April 30, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutes - 52.4 MBGetting a dementia diagnosis is one of the moments you hope never to experience. However, families need to know the difference between the types of dementia such as vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, frontal lobe dementia, and Alzheimer’s Disease. Today’s guest is Alzheimer’s Care Strategist and Dementia coach Kerry Mills. She helps families manage the symptoms of dementia so that both the caregiver and care receiver can maintain a quality of life. In this episode, she talks us through t...
033. Seven Phases of Grief and Mourning
April 23, 2021 10:00 - 9 minutes - 15.1 MBWe all go through grief and mourning at some point in our lives. In this episode, I share the losses that I experienced this past year in hopes that we can discuss difficult life events with one another and assist in the healing process.
032. The Physical Benefits of Massage Therapy – Trigger Points, Cupping and Deep Tissue Massage
April 16, 2021 10:00 - 20 minutes - 29.8 MBMassage is not just a spa treatment. There is a restorative benefit to massage that can help with lower back pain, cramps, muscle pain, and blood flow. Tune in to get some insight from Rebeca Fernandez, a licensed massage therapist, on how massage therapy can give you the physical and emotional release that your body needs.
031. Conscious Breathing and Its Amazing Health Benefits
April 09, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 45.2 MBBreathing is something very simple, but sometimes we forget to do it properly. We are joined by licensed acupuncture physician and conscious breathwork practitioner, Dr. Réquel Lopes, to teach us techniques to breathe deeper with fuller consciousness in order to work out tension, anxiety, emotions, and calm our nerves and attain a higher state of being.
030. Using Ayurveda To Treat Covid-19 Symptoms At Home
April 02, 2021 10:00 - 40 minutes - 57.2 MBAyurveda is India’s 5000 year old holistic medical practice and it has been used to treat and prevent the symptoms of Covid-19 since the beginning of the pandemic. Ayurvedic and holistic family doctor, Bhaswati Bhattacharya, MD, discusses some of Ayurveda’s basic pillars.
029. What Happens At The End of Life?
March 26, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 37.3 MBDr. Christopher Kerr, Chief Medical Officer and CEO of The Center for Hospice and Palliative Care in Buffalo, NY, shares what we need to know, separating fact from fiction in the death process. He also talks about the spiritual and uplifting experience that humans have towards the end of life.
028. Retire in Mexico: Buying Real Estate Tips in Puerto Vallarta and other coastal Mexican Cities
March 19, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 36.7 MBOvercome your fears and retire in Mexico! On this episode of Modern Aging is real estate agent Taniel Chemsian. Taniel shares tips on how to buy a house in Mexico and things you need to be aware of before you purchase real estate.
027. Coronavirus Chronicles: My Daughter Shares Her Symptoms and Recovery
March 12, 2021 11:00 - 13 minutes - 19.7 MBBack in March 2020, my daughter, Ani, came home from school with symptoms of COVID-19, but fully recovered within a few days. Ani shares her experience with COVID-19 and how we were able to treat and contain the disease as a family.
026. What is Palliative Care?
March 05, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes - 29.8 MBHeather is a palliative care physician and she shares what palliative care really is. As a physician, she focuses on managing symptoms of distress of her patients and their family members.
025. Covid-19 Symptoms For 14 Weeks and Counting, Treatment and Recovery for Long Haulers
February 26, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 48.5 MBPersonal trainer, Amanda Thebes, shares her journey as a Covid Long hauler. It took a long time, but Amanda is much better now. To support your recovery from Covid-19, she talks about her experience and shares overall wellness tips.
024. Dating After 60, Find True Love at 70: How To Fall In Love Again
February 19, 2021 11:00 - 39 minutes - 56.5 MBAre you interested in love after 60, finding romance after 50 or finding love after 70? Meet Mona Kreaden and Paul Lipton. They saw their opportunity at love shortly after they met on Fire Island and went after it.
023. How to Achieve Your Ideal Weight
February 12, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 16.8 MBIf you’ve put on some quarantine weight because of the COVID-19 pandemic, you are not alone.Risa shares 9 Tips regarding nutrition, sleep, exercise, motivation and much more to help you reach your ideal weight.
022. How To Live Healthy, Improve Your Quality of Life and Increase Longevity
February 05, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 43.4 MBDr. Rachael Van Pelt, Healthspan Scientist and Coach, talks about the importance of healthspan and ways we can increase longevity and improve our health. Though much of our attention is paid to lifespan, unless we can live with the quality of life we desire, how much value does lifespan have?
021. The Importance of Strength Training For Women Over 40
January 29, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 36.2 MBRisa and fitness trainer Tina Tang chat about the importance of strength workouts especially for women over 40. They discuss how to get and stay motivated, exercise for middle age beginners, and why strength training is critical during menopause.
020. The Importance of Physical Therapy and How To Move As We Age
January 22, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 46.1 MBPhysical Therapist Melissa Lam walks us through the importance of keeping our bodies mobile with physical exercise as we grow older. Muscle mass deteriorates at 1% each year after we turn 30. Strengthening our muscles and bones through resistance training, weight training, and balance work is essential to maintain our independence and optimize our health.
019. Moving to Boquete, Panama
January 15, 2021 11:00 - 23 minutes - 34.9 MBWe chat with Jim White about retirement in Boquete, a small town in the mountains of Panama. Jim retired at age 43 and moved to Boquete, Panoma with his family in 2019.
018. Tips For Financial Footing and Freedom
January 08, 2021 11:00 - 47 minutes - 67.4 MBMoney stress is everywhere because we are all living in a time of uncertainty due to Covid-19. Manisha Thakor talks about how to budget your money to relieve some of your stress.
017. Valuable Life Lessons from a 95 Year Old
December 25, 2020 11:00 - 8 minutes - 14.2 MBBetty Zimmer is 95 years old so she has a thing or two to share when it comes to longevity and the lessons learned in life. She shares important life lessons – how to live in the moment and how to live to the fullest. Her simple thoughts on the importance of mindful meditation are essential to long life that is inspirational and mindful. Although her sight and hearing are huge challenges for her, she lives completely and fully with an abundance and a quality of life that all would envy. But ...
016. Estate Planning
December 18, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 47.8 MBDo you want to have a health care directive and financial attorney in place in case of an unfortunate event? Learn how to legally prepare for an unfortunate circumstance with estate lawyer, Charlie Jones.
015. Long Battle With Covid and Home Treatment Plan to Recovery
December 11, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutes - 28 MBRisa interviews a family friend Elaine who got COVID-19 back in the Spring. 60+ years old, she battled many of the typical symptoms of cough, fever, night sweats, extreme lethargy that went on for months. But she finally turned a corner and hopes to bring some hope and light to others that are suffering from Covid-19. “You hear all the bad stories, but that doesn’t mean it’s going to happen to you.”
014. Moving to Playa Del Carmen, Mexico
December 04, 2020 11:00Risa's good friend Susanna started coming to Playa del Carmen 14-15 years ago and fell in love. She shares why you should consider retiring to Playa del Carmen and what to expect if you decide so.
014. Best Place to Retire: Moving to Playa Del Carmen, Mexico
December 04, 2020 11:00 - 34 minutes - 50.5 MBReal Estate Agent Susana MacDonald started coming to Playa del Carmen 14-15 years ago and fell in love. Originally from Colombia, she lives in the US for 25 years before moving to Mexico. She shares why you should consider retiring to Playa del Carmen and what to expect if you decide so.
013. Medicare vs Medicaid Explained
November 27, 2020 11:00 - 36 minutes - 52.6 MBMedicare is the national health insurance program for those 65 and over and those with a disability. Medicaid is the national health insurance program for those who live below the poverty line. Did you know that Medicaid can also help pay for long-term healthcare costs if you plan correctly? Elder law attorney, Linda Redlisky shares the differences between the programs and what you need to know to ensure that your elder loved one's health costs are covered.
012. What is Hypnotherapy? How Hypnosis Can Heal Chronic Pain, Anxiety and Illness
November 20, 2020 11:00 - 45 minutes - 65.4 MBHypnosis is one of the world's oldest forms of medicine dating back over 5,000 years ago. Hypnosis states were used for healing. By using focused thoughts and reducing peripheral awareness, one is able to change their behavior thus affecting his/her physical body. Lisa Ludovici, a medical support hypnosis practitioner, shares how you can command your mind to naturally heal and nourish your body.
011. How Medical Cannabis Works
November 13, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutes - 31.5 MBIn this episode of Modern Aging, Risa shares a recorded visit from 2019 with her mom, her sister, and cannabis doctor Dr. June Chin. Dr. Chin has been treating patients with medical cannabis for over 20 years. This consultation contains useful information about how medical cannabis can be used to treat Parkinson’s Disease among many other illnesses.
010. Treating Covid-19 At Home With Ayurveda and TCM
November 06, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutes - 31.5 MBOne of Risa’s friends developed Covid symptoms in March at the beginning of the pandemic. She treated her Covid symptoms with a combination of Western medicine, Ayurveda, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at home. She had a wide range of early signs such as cough, sore throat, nausea and extreme fatigue. As we discover more about this virus, learn some effective integrated treatments for flu-symptoms or Covid-19 at home.