GW Integrative Medicine
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Welcome to GW Integrative Medicine, a podcast about using an integrative approach to disease prevention and health promotion. We look forward to sharing the latest news and research on Integrative Medicine – where the best practices of conventional medicine and evidence-based complementary medicine meet. This podcast is brought to you by the Office of Integrative Medicine and Health, the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, in collaboration with the university's Integrative Medicine Programs and the IMPACT Initiative.
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Vitamin D & Disease Prevention
Today, we discuss vitamin D, sunlight, and disease prevention with Dr. William B. Grant, a pioneer in research on vitamin D, solar ultraviolet-B (UVB) exposure, and chronic disease prevention. He trained as a …
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Today, we discuss vitamin D, sunlight, and disease prevention with Dr. William B. Grant, a pioneer in research on vitamin D, solar ultraviolet-B (UVB) exposure, and chronic disease prevention. He trained as a physicist at the University of California, Berkeley, and had a distinguished, decades-long career in atmospheric science. His move into health research produced one of the earliest articles linking diet to risk of Alzheimer’s disease, in 1997. In 2002, he published an influential study linking solar UVB exposure with lower mortality from 13 types of cancer. Dr. Grant is the director of the nonprofit Sunlight, Nutrition, and Health Research Center, where he continues his research, education, and public health advocacy. He is author or co-author of 344 articles about vitamin D, sunlight and health—and done of the most cited authors in the field of vitamin D and sunlight to defeat disease. He is also one of the first recipients of the inaugural GrassrootsHealth Baggerly-Garland Vitamin D Scientist Award, which will be presented on November 2, World Vitamin D Day. Disclosure: Dr. Leigh Frame serves on the GrassrootsHealth scientist panel, and she and Dr. Grant are collaborators on a manuscript on vitamin D dosing. ◘ Related Links https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/bi3xhruvdfa5wsqj2ybi5/110126-Show-Notes-Links.docx?rlkey=qj6a7gsegyabznlxm87m2cyp5&st=xzhky5kd&dl=0 ◘ Transcript: https://bit.ly/3WJ9LZr ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Responsible Psychedelic Science Research
Currently, psychedelic science is a bit of a Wild West. It's expanding rapidly, bringing major scientific breakthroughs alongside distinct "growing pains" across methodology, regulation, and clinical …
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Currently, psychedelic science is a bit of a Wild West. It's expanding rapidly, bringing major scientific breakthroughs alongside distinct "growing pains" across methodology, regulation, and clinical translation, according to a 2025 article published in the journal Bioethical Inquiry. But it doesn't have to be that way. We talk about responsible psychedelic science research, psilocybin therapy, and brain health with leading psychedelics researcher Albert Garcia-Romeu, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is a founding member of Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research, the world’s largest psychedelic science research center, which is advancing the scientific understanding of psychedelics and their potential for treating mental health disorders, enhancing well-being, and expanding our understanding of consciousness. ◘ Related Links: About Dr. Albert Garcia-Romeu, https://bit.ly/4sB70pa; Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research, www.hopkinspsychedelic.org/; Dr. Garcia-Romeu's publications, https://bit.ly/3Ui4Rlr ◘ Transcript: https://bit.ly/4jN0zg9 ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Medicine for All People with Dr. Geeta Maker-Clark
In her new book “Medicine for All People: Science and Ancient Wisdom for Revolutionary Healing,” Dr. Geeta Maker-Clark expands the definition of modern medicine by combining scientific rigor with time-tested …
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In her new book “Medicine for All People: Science and Ancient Wisdom for Revolutionary Healing,” Dr. Geeta Maker-Clark expands the definition of modern medicine by combining scientific rigor with time-tested ancestral practices. A nationally recognized Integrative Medicine physician, educator, and thought leader, she advances a more just, nourishment-centered future of healthcare. She is the founder of Food Is Power, a nationally recognized health literacy and food justice initiative launched in Chicago Public Schools that centers decolonized nutrition education, food sovereignty, and culinary medicine. Dr. Maker-Clark serves as director of integrative nutrition and advocacy at Endeavor Health, clinical assistant professor and co-director of the Culinary Medicine Program at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, and faculty for the University of Arizona Integrative Medicine and Ayurveda Fellowship. With more than two decades of clinical, academic, and global experience, her work bridges integrative medicine, nutritional and botanical therapeutics, mind-body medicine, and ancestral healing traditions. Her work invites clinicians to expand the medical lens beyond biochemistry alone—integrating culture, history, environment, and lived experience as essential drivers of health, resilience, and chronic disease outcomes. We talk to her about the above and more during this episode of the GW Integrative Medicine podcast. Listen, learn, and live! ◘ Related Links: Dr. Maker-Clark’s website, https://drgeetamakerclark.com/; “Medicine for All People Science and Ancient Wisdom for Revolutionary Healing” by Geeta Maker-Clark, MD, https://bit.ly/4hNsxH6 ◘ Transcript bit.ly/4xBETay ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.What You Need to Know About Peptides
Today we discuss peptides and why we should care about them with Misha Kogan, MD, Professor of Medicine at GW, Chief Medical Officer at the GW Center for Integrative Medicine, and Founder of Access to …
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Today we discuss peptides and why we should care about them with Misha Kogan, MD, Professor of Medicine at GW, Chief Medical Officer at the GW Center for Integrative Medicine, and Founder of Access to Integrative Medicine Health Institute. Dr. Kogan is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Hospice and Palliative Medicine, and Integrative Medicine. He is a leading expert in the field of Integrative Geriatrics, healthy aging, and medical cannabis. He is a frequent speaker at national and international conferences on the topics of Integrative Medicine and Geriatrics, neurodegenerative diseases, and the use of medical cannabis. When he isn’t in the clinic or the classroom, authoring a book, or being published in scholarly peer-reviewed journal, he’s one of the co-hosts of this podcast. ◘ Related Links GW Center for Integrative Medicine, www.gwcim.com ◘ Transcript https://bit.ly/4xBETay ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!
Julie Wendt, MS, LDN, CNS, adjunct instructor, Integrative Medicine Programs, Department of Clinical Research and Leadership, GW School of Medicine & Health Sciences, recently gave a talk on staying hydrated as …
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Julie Wendt, MS, LDN, CNS, adjunct instructor, Integrative Medicine Programs, Department of Clinical Research and Leadership, GW School of Medicine & Health Sciences, recently gave a talk on staying hydrated as the temps and humidity rise to summertime highs. As Licensed Dietician Nutritionist (LDN), Julie is a highly trained food and nutrition expert. LDNs and Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDN) are the only credentialed professionals legally qualified to provide medical nutrition therapy, assess nutritional needs, and build specialized meal plans for specific medical conditions. She is a LDN is Maryland, a Licensed Nutritionist in D.C., and a Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS). Julie earned a Masters of Science in Integrative Health and Nutrition from Maryland University of Integrative Health. ◘ Related Links Julie Wendt Nutrition www.juliewendtnutrition.com Julie's Hydration Checklist https://bit.ly/4w0xx00 ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.How to Heal Faster with Dr. Victoria Maizes
Today, we discuss the new book “Heal Faster: Unlock Your Body's Rapid Recovery Reflex” with author Victoria Maizes, MD, an internationally recognized physician, author, and pioneering leader in the field of …
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Today, we discuss the new book “Heal Faster: Unlock Your Body's Rapid Recovery Reflex” with author Victoria Maizes, MD, an internationally recognized physician, author, and pioneering leader in the field of Integrative Medicine. Drawing on forty years of medical experience and cutting-edge research, Dr. Maizes shows that complete recovery is possible for a wide range of conditions when you know how to support your body’s natural healing processes. Dr. Maizes serves as the Founding Executive Director of the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine and is a Professor of Medicine, Family Medicine, and Public Health at the University of Arizona. She is also the author of “Be Fruitful: The Essential Guide to Maximizing Fertility and Giving Birth to a Healthy Child,” and cohost, with Dr Weil, of the Body of Wonder podcast. ◘ Related Links Dr. Maizes' website, https://www.drvictoriamaizes.com/ ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Welcome to the Elder Evolution: Psychedelics & Older Adults
The Baby Boom generation pioneered the counterculture movement of the 1960s so it's not so surprising that 50 years later they are using compounds like psilocybin and LSD with the goal to improve their overall …
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The Baby Boom generation pioneered the counterculture movement of the 1960s so it's not so surprising that 50 years later they are using compounds like psilocybin and LSD with the goal to improve their overall quality of life. Today, we get into all of the above with Abbie Rosner, the author of the forthcoming book “Psychedelics and the Counterculture of Aging.” She researches and writes about how her generation of Baby Boomers is exploring the drugs of their youth to enhance their experience of aging. In "Psychedelics and the Counterculture of Aging," she suggests that the growing underground movement of older adults using psychedelics is helping rewrite the narrative around aging —as a time of healing, growth, spiritual deepening, joyous intimacy, supportive community, and acceptance of the inevitability of death. Abbie is a freelance journalist, writer, and public speaker based out of Washington, D.C., and she has written extensively on older adults, cannabis, and psychedelics for Forbes, Double Blind, and other journals since 2018. Her new book comes out in July 2026. ◘ Related Links Abbie Rosner's website https://www.abbierosner.com/ Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research https://www.hopkinspsychedelic.org/ NYU Langone Health’s Center for Psychedelic Medicine https://bit.ly/4dvwAG6 UC Berkeley Center for the Science of Psychedelics https://psychedelics.berkeley.edu/ GW Integrative Medicine Podcast Medical Cannabis, Psilocybin, & More Playlist https://bit.ly/3RO8q0Z ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Feds Reclassify Medical Cannabis: What You Need to Know
Boy howdy do we have something to talk about with our favorite medical cannabis subject matter expert today! On April 23, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) …
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Boy howdy do we have something to talk about with our favorite medical cannabis subject matter expert today! On April 23, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) signed an order reclassifying (rescheduling) state-licensed medical marijuana and FDA-approved marijuana products from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act). Let’s get into it with Dr. Mikhail “Misha” Kogan, chief medical officer of the GW Center for Integrative Medicine, associate professor of Medicine at the GW School of Medicine & Health Sciences, and author of the highly acclaimed book “Medical Marijuana: Dr. Kogan's Evidence-Based Guide to the Health Benefits of Cannabis and CBD.” Along with being an internationally recognized expert on medicinal cannabis, Dr. Kogan has extensive training and expertise in internal medicine, geriatrics, palliative care, social and primary care medicine, integrative medicine, herbal medicine, and craniosacral therapy. He specializes in diagnosing and developing treatment plans for the most complex health challenges, offering hope to even the most desperate patients. His specific area of interest is utilizing cannabis as a solution to reduce polypharmacy in the geriatric patient population. He is a renowned international speaker in the field of medical cannabis. ◘ Related Links The Society of Cannabis Clinicians https://bit.ly/48xFsrR Medical Marijuana: Dr. Kogan's Evidence-Based Guide to the Health Benefits of Cannabis and CBD https://bit.ly/4tMfWI1 GW Integrative Medicine Podcast: Medical Cannabis, Psilocybin, & More Playlist https://bit.ly/4n2A325 Science Friday interviews Dr. Kogan (25 min.) https://bit.ly/429HsTE Developing Medical Cannabis Competencies: A Consensus Statement https://bit.ly/4cN9wlK ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.How Loneliness Affects Your Health
When we think about loneliness, we don’t associate it with risks comparable to smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day. But a growing body of research shows that loneliness significantly impairs physical and mental …
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When we think about loneliness, we don’t associate it with risks comparable to smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day. But a growing body of research shows that loneliness significantly impairs physical and mental health. Loneliness is linked to a 29 percent higher risk of heart disease, a 32 percent increased risk of stroke, accelerated cognitive decline, and increased mortality. Chronic, profound loneliness triggers high inflammation, weakens the immune system, and contributes to depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders. Clinician researcher Alison Warren, DAOM, MSHS ’17, PhD student, of the GW School of Medicine & Health Sciences, gave a wellness talk on loneliness and how it impacts your overall health–and ways to counteract it. An adjunct assistant professor in the SMHS, she specializes in the intersection of Integrative Medicine, neuroscience, and psychology. She is also an adjunct assistant professor in the Institute for Brain Health and Dementia in the GW Milken School of Public Health and an instructor with the Harvard Extension School. Dr. Warren’s research, particularly in 2025-2026, focuses on loneliness as a significant, modifiable determinant of health and a driver of physiological damage. Her work explains that chronic social disconnection causes wear and tear across multiple systems, including immune, neuroendocrine, and cardiovascular systems. ◘ Related Links: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention’s How Right Now (information and resources on loneliness and other emotions) https://www.cdc.gov/howrightnow/index.html; NIH Social Connection Toolkit https://www.nih.gov/health-information/your-healthiest-self-wellness-toolkits/social-wellness-toolkit; GW Resiliency & Well-being Center’s resources page on loneliness https://rwc.smhs.gwu.edu/loneliness; Dr. Warren’s slide presentation on loneliness https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/fdrc6v7kjua6y0j88og6j/UPDATED_Warren_GW-Resiliency-Center-Loneliness-1.pdf?rlkey=5fpz4h7naach2ss1anpxch7ea&st=k2k958gr&dl=0; Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation 2023, The U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/surgeon-general-social-connection-advisory.pdf; Warren, A. (2026). Loneliness as a sex-specific risk factor for cognitive aging. Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, 20, 1784613. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnhum.2026.1784613; Warren, A. (2026). Loneliness as a Vital Sign: Toward a Biopsychosocial Reframing of Social Disconnection. Journal of Primary Care & Community Health, 17, 21501319261426724. https://doi.org/10.1177/21501319261426724; Warren, A., Wynia, Z., Corr, P. G., Devin, M. F., Celikkol, Z., Gordon, L., Farah, M., Karam, M., Villarreal, D., Jackson, S. A., & Frame, L. A. (2026). The microbiota–gut–brain axis in mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease: A scoping review of human studies. Alzheimer’s & Dementia, 22(1), e71023. https://doi.org/10.1002/alz.71023; Warren, A. (2025). Loneliness as a driver of allostatic load: Mechanisms linking social disconnection to physiological dysregulation and health disparities. Stress, 28(1), 2594067. https://doi.org/10.1080/10253890.2025.2594067 ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.The Tip of the Trauma Iceberg: Adverse Childhood Experiences
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention reports that preventing adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) like abuse, neglect, household dysfunction could reduce the number of adults with depression by as …
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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention reports that preventing adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) like abuse, neglect, household dysfunction could reduce the number of adults with depression by as much as 44%. ACEs are critical to identify and understand because they are highly common that cause lasting toxic stress that fundamentally changes brain development and health outcomes across a lifespan. Understanding them is crucial for preventing chronic diseases, mental health disorders, and, through early intervention, breaking cycles of intergenerational trauma. On today's show, we’re discussing ACEs with Clare Anderson, MSW, Senior Policy Fellow Emeritus at Chapin Hall, a policy research institution in Chicago that focuses on child welfare and family well-being. Clare is a national expert on child welfare policy and practice and national thought leader on economic and concrete supports. She was among the chief architects of the effort to address trauma, ACEs, and toxic stress in children known to the child welfare system. Also joining us for the conversation is Michelle Clausen, PhD, a nurse midwife, researcher, and fellow with the Primary Care Research Training Program and post-doctoral scholar at the GW School of Medicine & Health Sciences. Her research focus is on developing interventions that incorporate trauma-informed strategies and spirituality to improve health outcomes. ◘ Related Links: CDC's About Adverse Childhood Experiences page, https://www.cdc.gov/aces/about/index.html; Adverse California Surgeon General’s Clinical Advisory Committee' Childhood Experience Questionnaire for Adults, https://bit.ly/4aUJewT; California Department of Health Care Services' ACEs Aware information website, https://www.acesaware.org/; Navigating Economic Shocks: Public Policy Can Support or Stress Families with Clare Anderson, https://bit.ly/3ZH3dsA; Chapin white papers about ACEs, https://bit.ly/4kCQsc2 ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.The Gut-Brain-Dementia Connection
A new study by a GW-led research team suggests gut bacteria may be linked to memory decline in mild cognitive impairment, or MCI, and some dementia diseases. Published in Alzheimer's & Dementia: The Journal of …
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A new study by a GW-led research team suggests gut bacteria may be linked to memory decline in mild cognitive impairment, or MCI, and some dementia diseases. Published in Alzheimer's & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer's Association, the scoping review is shedding light on the growing evidence that gut microbiome imbalances—known as dysbiosis—may play a key role in the development and progression of MCI and Alzheimer’s disease. Today, we have with us two of the study’s lead authors—Drs. Leigh Frame and Alison Warren of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences and the Frame-Corr Lab. Dr. Frame is an expert on the gut microbiome, co-leader of the lab, executive director of the Office of Integrative Medicine & Health, and an associate professor here at GW. Dr. Warren is a doctoral student in the Translational Health Sciences PhD Program here at GW and an adjunct assistant professor. She is collaborating with the Frame-Corr Lab in microbiome studies associated with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease. Drs. Frame and Warren are all on the faculty of the Institute for Brain Health & Dementia at the GW Milken Institute School of Public Health. Dr. Misha Kogan, an integrative geriatrician, expert on dementia diseases, and also institute faculty, is the co-host on this episode. ◘ Related Links: GW Press Release: https://bit.ly/3NXSZ4l; Journal Article: The microbiota–gut–brain axis in mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease: a scoping review of human studies, https://bit.ly/3ZsPmWV; Frame-Corr Lab: https://framecorrlab.smhs.gwu.edu/ ◘ Transcript: bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.The New Dietary Guidelines for Americans: It's a Mixed Bag
The USDA and HHS just released new Dietary Guidelines for Americans. We dig into the new guidelines with Dr. Leigh Frame, our favorite nutrition scientist, co-host of the pod, and co-director of the Frame-Corr …
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The USDA and HHS just released new Dietary Guidelines for Americans. We dig into the new guidelines with Dr. Leigh Frame, our favorite nutrition scientist, co-host of the pod, and co-director of the Frame-Corr Lab here at George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. An Associate Professor in the departments of Clinical Research & Leadership and Physician Assistant Studies, Leigh combines nutrition and immunity through translational research, leveraging extensive experience in biomedical research and education. Dr. Frame earned her PhD in Human Nutrition and MHS in Immunology from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and graduated with Distinction in Biochemistry from Mary Baldwin College. An expert on Integrative Medicine and the gut microbiome, she’s also the Executive Director of the GW Office of Integrative Medicine & Health. ◘ Related Links: New Food Guidelines for Americans, https://realfood.gov/; Harvard Healthy Eating Plate, https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/healthy-eating-plate/; Dr. Frame's Nutrition Guide, https://rwc.smhs.gwu.edu/nutrition-guide; Canada's Food Guide, https://food-guide.canada.ca/en/ ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.What the Hemp?
We talk with Peter Grinspoon, MD—an internationally renowned expert on medical cannabis, drug policy, and addiction—about the U.S. Congress recriminalizing most hemp-derived products. The measure is set to take …
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We talk with Peter Grinspoon, MD—an internationally renowned expert on medical cannabis, drug policy, and addiction—about the U.S. Congress recriminalizing most hemp-derived products. The measure is set to take effect one year from enactment — around November 12, 2026. Dr. Grinspoon is a primary care physician and cannabis specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital and an Instructor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School. A certified Health and Wellness Coach, he has provided medical cannabis care for patients for two decades. He is a board member of the advocacy group Doctors for Drug Policy Reform and an advisor to the Parabola Group, which advocates for social justice in the cannabis space. He spent two years as an associate director of the Massachusetts Physician Health Service, treating and monitoring hundreds of physicians with addiction. Dr. Grinspoon is the author of "Free Refills: A Doctor Confronts His Addiction," “Seeing Through the Smoke: A Cannabis Specialist Untangles the Truth About Marijuana,” and he has a new book coming out in May 2026—"Aging Well with Cannabis: Feel Better, Sleep Better, and Live Better with Marijuana and CBD." ◘ Related Links: Dr. Grinspoon's website, www.petergrinspoon.com ◘ Transcript: bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.The Longevity Nutrient
Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson, who co-discovered the C15 essential fatty acid, returns to the podcast to discuss her new book “The Longevity Nutrient: The Unexpected Fat That Holds the Key to Healthy Aging.” In The …
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Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson, who co-discovered the C15 essential fatty acid, returns to the podcast to discuss her new book “The Longevity Nutrient: The Unexpected Fat That Holds the Key to Healthy Aging.” In The Longevity Nutrient, She unveils the science behind the first essential fatty acid to be discovered in nearly a hundred years. Research on this ingredient shows that is may be crucial for combating chronic aging-associated diseases. Dr. Venn-Watson is a veterinary epidemiologist with more than 80 peer-reviewed scientific publications and 70 patents. She is the co-founder and CEO of Seraphina Therapeutics, a company that develops and sells health and wellness products based on the C15 fatty acid. She discovered the health benefits of C15 while working for the U.S. Navy to continually improve the long-term health of Navy bottlenose dolphins. While seeking to understand why some dolphins were aging at slower rates than others, Dr. Venn-Watson applied an advanced technology called metabolomics on archived dolphin serum to discover which molecules predicted the healthiest aging dolphins. Here, she discovered C15. ◘ Related Links: The Longevity Nutrient: The Unexpected Fat That Holds the Key to Healthy Aging By Stephanie Venn-Watson, https://bit.ly/4a43w75; GW Integrative Medicine podcast: What Do Dolphins Have to Do with Anti-aging?, https://bit.ly/4aljzxx ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.What is Swedish Death Cleaning?
Chris Palmer, author of "Achieving a Good Death: A Practical Guide to the End of Life, gave a wellness talk on Swedish death cleaning, or "döstädning" during the GW Office of Integrative Medicine & Health's A …
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Chris Palmer, author of "Achieving a Good Death: A Practical Guide to the End of Life, gave a wellness talk on Swedish death cleaning, or "döstädning" during the GW Office of Integrative Medicine & Health's A Mindfulness Experience. Swedish death cleaning is a trend resulting from the Swedish cultural tradition of decluttering and organizing one's life before passing away. Chris is also an activist, wildlife filmmaker, conservationist, retired American University professor, and grandfather. He is a hospice volunteer, runs an aging, death, and dying group for the Bethesda Metro Area Village, and is obtaining a certificate in End-of-Life Care. ◘ Related Links: Chris Palmer's website: chrispalmeronline.com; Chris' handouts, including a free copy of his book and info on decluttering your home, how to write an ethical will (legacy letter), and more: bit.ly/4poQ4iT. ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Integrating Medical Cannabis Into Medical Education
An estimated three million Americans use cannabis for medical purposes, primarily for chronic pain, muscle spasms, anxiety, nausea, seizures, and other conditions. Yet, most healthcare practitioners and …
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An estimated three million Americans use cannabis for medical purposes, primarily for chronic pain, muscle spasms, anxiety, nausea, seizures, and other conditions. Yet, most healthcare practitioners and students in the health professions report feeling unprepared to counsel patients or integrate cannabis into care. Currently, standardized education on the therapeutic use of medical cannabis remains absent from most medical school curricula. On this episode of the GW Integrative Medicine podcast, we discuss a new study published in JAMA on the importance of standardizing and integrating medical cannabis into the medical education curricula. We have three of the article’s co-authors here with us today. • Dr. Ethan Russo is a neurologist, preeminent psychopharmacology researcher, and founder and CEO of CReDO Science. A renowned global expert, Dr. Russo is author of some of the most influential and scientifically important books within the field of medical cannabis research. He has been actively researching medical cannabis and cannabinoids for nearly 30 years. • Dr. Leslie Mendoza Temple is the chair of the Medical Cannabis Advisory Board for the Illinois Department of Public Health. Dr. Temple is the and Owen L. Coon Chair of Integrative Medicine, Medical Director of the Integrative Medicine Program at Endeavor Health and a clinical professor of Family Medicine at the University of Chicago Pritzker (PRIT-skur) School of Medicine. • Dr. Misha Kogan, chief medical officer of the GW Center of Integrative Medicine, co-author of “Medical Marijuana: Dr. Kogan's Evidence-Based Guide to the Health Benefits of Cannabis and CBD,” and an associate professor of Medicine here at GW. His specific area of interest is utilizing cannabis as a solution to reduce polypharmacy in the geriatric patient population. He is a renowned international speaker in the field of medical cannabis. ◘ Developing Medical Cannabis Competencies: A Consensus Statement (JAMA Article) https://bit.ly/4o82GtM ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Ultraprocessed Foods: Health Implications and How to Talk to Patients
Research has shown that diets high in ultraprocessed foods are linked to more than 30 health conditions, according to an umbrella review of meta-analyses that was published in The British Medical Journal …
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Research has shown that diets high in ultraprocessed foods are linked to more than 30 health conditions, according to an umbrella review of meta-analyses that was published in The British Medical Journal. Meanwhile, more exposure to ultraprocessed foods was associated with a higher risk of dying from any cause. Ultraprocessed foods now account for nearly 60% of U.S. adults’ calorie consumption. Among American children, that portion is close to 70%. In other words, ultra-processed food is starting to overwhelm the American diet. On this episode of the GW Integrative Medicine podcast, John Neustadt, ND, gives a lecture on “Ultra-Processed Foods: Health Implications and How to Talk to Patients.” Dr. Neustadt has been recognized by the world's largest medical publisher, Elsevier, as one of the Top 10 Cited Authors in the world for his work. He's spent decades researching the underlying causes of disease and working with clinicians and patients to improve health outcomes through natural and Integrative Medicine. ◘ Slide presentation https://bit.ly/4pxiQ1o ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Ketamine & Mental Health
Today, we discuss ketamine and mental health with integrative psychiatrist Scott Shannon, MD, one of the world’s leading experts on the therapeutic use of psychedelics in psychotherapy. In 2010, Scott is the …
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Today, we discuss ketamine and mental health with integrative psychiatrist Scott Shannon, MD, one of the world’s leading experts on the therapeutic use of psychedelics in psychotherapy. In 2010, Scott is the founded the Wholeness Center, the largest integrative mental health center in the U.S. In 2019, he helped launch the Psychedelic Research and Training Institute or PRATI. This visionary institute provides a platform to train professionals in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, do research, and provide a deeper connection to self and nature. Scott has published four books on holistic and integrative mental health including the first textbook for this field in 2001. And he has also published numerous articles about cannabidiol in mental health. As a passionate advocate for transformative care, Scott has traversed the globe delivering lectures to professional groups. ◘ Related Links The Wholeness Center (Mental Health and Functional Health Services): https://bit.ly/4oZyUsI Ketamine paper on burnout: https://bit.ly/41mP9WC Overview of ketamine therapy: https://bit.ly/45zxz46 ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Transforming Healthcare Through Whole-Person Leadership
Today on the pod we discuss whole-person leadership and reimagining Integrative Medicine through a health equity lens with Scarlet Kali Soriano, MD, an internationally recognized expert on Integrative Medicine …
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Today on the pod we discuss whole-person leadership and reimagining Integrative Medicine through a health equity lens with Scarlet Kali Soriano, MD, an internationally recognized expert on Integrative Medicine, health equity, and community-based health. Dr. Soriano is the executive director of the Leadership Program in Health and Well-Being for the Duke University Health System, where she leads a multidisciplinary team in innovation aimed at addressing gaps in our healthcare delivery structures through equity-based health and well-being interventions. Dr. Soriano is a member of the Board of Directors of the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine (AIHM) and a founding member of its Black, Indigenous and People of Color Committee. ◘ Related Links Dr. Soriano's bio https://bit.ly/4o5egGZ Reimagining Integrative Medicine Fellowship Core Competencies with a Health Equity Lens https://bit.ly/4l4ZP3a ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Poverty, Social Detriments of Health, & Safety Net Programs
Note: This episode was recorded before the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025. Today, we discuss poverty, the social detriments of health, and safety net programs in the U.S. with Robert …
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Note: This episode was recorded before the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025. Today, we discuss poverty, the social detriments of health, and safety net programs in the U.S. with Robert Greenstein, founder and former president of the D.C.-based think tank Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP). He is also a Visiting Fellow – Economic Studies, The Hamilton Project, at the Brookings Institution. Bob is one of America's leading experts on federal budget, tax policy and safety net programs. Odds are that you or someone you know got more services from the government—health insurance, financial help, food assistance—because of Bob’s life work. Over the past 40 years, he has worked tirelessly to address poverty in U.S. and help make healthcare accessible to all. Bob and CBPP played a major role in expanding our nation’s nutritional programs like SNAP (a.k.a. food stamps) and WIC (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children. He and the CBPP helped expand the earned income tax credit (EITC) for low- and moderate-income families. And he and the organization helped get Obamacare passed and continue to defend it and Social Security from all comers. ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Fitness Psychology
Today, we talk about Fitness Psychology with leading experts in the field -- Katy Bowman and Diana Hill, PhD, authors of “I Know I Should Exercise, But... 44 Reasons We Don't Move and How to Get Over Them.” The …
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Today, we talk about Fitness Psychology with leading experts in the field -- Katy Bowman and Diana Hill, PhD, authors of “I Know I Should Exercise, But... 44 Reasons We Don't Move and How to Get Over Them.” The book is that it offers a toolkit of psychological tips and strategies that not only help get your body more movement, but can be applied to other areas of your life as well. Katy is a biomechanist, bestselling author, founder of the movement education company Nutritious Movement, and host of the Move Your DNA podcast. Diana is a clinical psychologist, international trainer, author, sought-out speaker on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and compassion, and Host of the Wise Effort podcast. Katy and Diana wrote the book specifically to provide health professionals with the tools to better connect with and support their patients. ◘ Related Links I Know I Should Exercise, But... 44 Reasons We Don't Move and How to Get Over Them https://a.co/d/2dLoYBe Dr. Hill's website: https://drdianahill.com/ Katy's website: https://nutritiousmovement.com/ Move Your DNA with Katy Bowman podcast: https://bit.ly/4dV04f6 Wise Effort Show with Dr. Diana Hill podcast: https://drdianahill.com/podcast/ ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.How to Defend Against Everyday Toxins With Dr. Aly Cohen
Friend of the pod Aly Cohen, MD, one of the world’s leading experts on environmental health, returns to GW Integrative Medicine to chat about her new book “DETOXIFY: The Everyday Toxins Harming Your Immune …
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Friend of the pod Aly Cohen, MD, one of the world’s leading experts on environmental health, returns to GW Integrative Medicine to chat about her new book “DETOXIFY: The Everyday Toxins Harming Your Immune System and How to Defend Against Them.” Dr. Cohen is a clinician researcher and tripled board certified in internal medicine, rheumatology, and integrative medicine. She is also an author/collaborator for Dr. Andrew Weil's Healthy Living Guide Series. Dr. Cohen is on the faculty of the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, Southern California University of Health Sciences, and the University of California, Irvine, where she creates and manages environmental medicine curriculum for doctors and researchers. She is the founder of The Smart Human website and host of a popular podcast of the same name. The Smart Human seeks to educate, coach, and empower the public to make safer, smarter choices to reduce chemical and radiation exposures, prevent illness, and optimize both physical and mental health. ◘ Related Links Dr. Cohen's website: https://alycohenmd.com/ Detoxify: The Everyday Toxins Harming Your Immune System and How to Defend Against Them: https://bit.ly/4kiFirL The Smart Human website: https://thesmarthuman.com/ The Smart Human podcast: https://thesmarthuman.com/podcast/ ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Celebrating 100 Episodes—Give or Take an Episode!
This is the podcast’s 100th episode! (Give or take an ICYMI episode.) We are coming full circle with today’s guest—John Pan, MD ’70, RESD ’74, the Father of Integrative Medicine at the GW School of Medicine & …
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This is the podcast’s 100th episode! (Give or take an ICYMI episode.) We are coming full circle with today’s guest—John Pan, MD ’70, RESD ’74, the Father of Integrative Medicine at the GW School of Medicine & Health Sciences (SMHS), the Office’s founding medical director, and the founder of the GW Center for Integrative Medicine. Sitting in are co-hosts Dr. Leigh Frame, Dr. Misha Kogan, and Janette Rodrigues. Historically, GW was on the leading edge of the Integrative Medicine movement. Early on, the SMHS recognized the value of combining conventional and complementary medical therapies into health care. In 1998, Dr. Pan, then a clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, founded the GW Center for Integrative Medicine, one of the first of its kind to be established at an academic medical institution. Dr. Frame is now the Chief Wellness Officer of GW Medicine, Executive Director of the Office of Integrative Medicine & Health, Director/Research Director of the GW Resiliency & Well-being Center, Associate Professor in the Departments of Clinical Research & Leadership and Physician Assistant Studies and co-director of the Frame-Corr Lab here at GW. Dr. Kogan is the Chief Medical Office of the GW Center for Integrative Medicine, Associate Professor of Medicine here at GW, Founder of the nonprofit Access to Integrative Medicine Health Institute, and author of "Medical Marijuana: Dr. Kogan's Evidence-Based Guide to the Health Benefits of Cannabis and CBD." ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Updated | Debunking Nutrition Myths for Women’s Well-being & Aging
Thank you for joining the GW Resiliency and Well-being Center (R&W Center) for a Women's Well-being Lecture Series discussion on "Debunking Nutrition Myths for Women’s Well-being & Aging: An Expert Panel." The …
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Thank you for joining the GW Resiliency and Well-being Center (R&W Center) for a Women's Well-being Lecture Series discussion on "Debunking Nutrition Myths for Women’s Well-being & Aging: An Expert Panel." The experts are Julie Wendt, MS, LDN, CNS, adjunct instructor, Department of Clinical Research and Leadership, GW School of Medicine & Health Sciences (SMHS); Lara Williams, MD, MSHS`20, FACOG, IFMCP, FAARM, ABOIM, the R&W Center's Women's Well-being Champion and managing partner of The Oregon Clinic – OBGYN North; and Leigh Frame, PhD, MHS, chief wellness officer of GW Medicine, interim director and research director of the R&W Center, executive director of the GW Office of Integrative Medicine and Health (OIMH), and an assistant professor in the departments of Clinical Research and Leadership and Physician Assistant Studies, and co-director of the Frame-Corr Lab here at the SMHS. Moderator: Viktoriya Karakcheyeva, MD, MS, NCC, LCPC-SP, LCADAS, is the R&W Center's associate director and behavioral services director and adjunct faculty in the Department of Clinical Research & Leadership in the SMHS. The Women's Well-being Lecture Series is supported by the Rosemary Bowes, PhD, Women's Mental Health Fund. ◘ Related Links R&WC's Women's Well-being Initiative https://bit.ly/3LzND9S Women's Well-being Lecture Series YouTube Playlist https://bit.ly/3Fnofp9 Julie Wendt www.juliewendtnutrition.com Lara Williams https://bit.ly/3DHCDZ6 ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Fascia, Trauma, & Letting Go
Today, we get all up in our fascia and how it shapes overall health with licensed Occupational Therapist Nyle MacFarlane, founder of Blue Nyle Therapy in Silver Spring, Maryland. Nyle has over 2 decades of …
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Today, we get all up in our fascia and how it shapes overall health with licensed Occupational Therapist Nyle MacFarlane, founder of Blue Nyle Therapy in Silver Spring, Maryland. Nyle has over 2 decades of experience in the field of somatics, a field of study that focuses on the body's internal physical experiences and perceptions, and how it relates to movement and bodywork. Nyle's training includes myofascial release, visceral manipulation, core synchronism, the Gillespie Approach, sensory integration, neural desensitization integration treatment, pelvic floor therapy, and somatic psychedelic facilitation. They are the creator of the Psyche-Soma Integration Model (PSIM), an integrative approach for resolving complex trauma that gets stuck in the body. They teach therapists and practitioners how to use the PSIM to help clients tap into their unresolved trauma patterns. Nyle is also a frequent guest on A Mindfulness Experience, our free weekly online gathering that engages healthcare consumers in evidence-based Integrative Medicine approaches to promote better health. ◘ Related Links Blue Nyle Therapy (Nyle's private practice) https://bit.ly/3uWP50h ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Will MoCRA Make Cosmetics & Grooming Products Safer?
The cosmetics and grooming products industry is like the wild wild West. Until recently, the regulatory system failed to keep consumers safe from toxicants that likely increase their offspring’s “risks of …
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The cosmetics and grooming products industry is like the wild wild West. Until recently, the regulatory system failed to keep consumers safe from toxicants that likely increase their offspring’s “risks of cancer, fertility issues, neurological deficits, and immune dysfunction.” And then came the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022, or MoCRA. Today, we talk about MoCRA with subject matter expert Dahlia Kelada, founder/CEO of TopicalFormulator.com and Salve Naturals & Native Earth. When Congress passed the new law, it did so with the goal to help ensure the safety of multiple cosmetic products many consumers use daily. MoCRA went into effect in late December 2024. Dahlia is a graduate of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences, where she earned a Master of Science in Health Science with a focus in Integrative Medicine. She has 20+ years of product development/commercialization experience supporting over 80 brands. Salve Naturals is a national all-natural and organic topical medicine company that was the first to make 100% natural, plant-based topical medicines that are registered with the FDA as OTCs. MoCRA is the most significant expansion of U.S. Food & Drug Administration’s authority to regulate cosmetics since the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic (FD&C) Act was passed in 1938. But how will it effect consumers and producers? ◘ Related Links FDA Press Release: Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA) https://bit.ly/42jhyOx New Year, Same MoCRA: FDA Cosmetic Requirements as of January 1, 2025 https://bit.ly/40uc4h4 MoCRA Q&A https://bit.ly/42iTXxn MoCRA Increases FDA Oversight of the Cosmetics Industry https://bit.ly/40IFSYY Dahlia Kelada https://bit.ly/4g3CwEl ◘ Transcript https://bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Generational Trauma, Family, & War
Today, we talk about generational trauma and healing with Aliza Scharf-Bendov, LCSW, MSW, psychotherapist, family therapist, and nondual Kabbalistic healer. Over the past 17 years, Aliza has done extensive work …
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Today, we talk about generational trauma and healing with Aliza Scharf-Bendov, LCSW, MSW, psychotherapist, family therapist, and nondual Kabbalistic healer. Over the past 17 years, Aliza has done extensive work with parents and families addressing a variety of challenges, including adjustment to life transitions, mood and behavioral challenges, adoption, single parenting, co-parenting and coping with serious illness. Her current therapeutic focus is on parent support and guidance, trauma-informed interventions, and building resiliency in children and families. Aliza also facilitates workshops on themes of spirituality and Jewish thought as well as antisemitism awareness and clinical competency. ◘ Related Links Center for Mind Body Medicine cmbm.orrg Aliza Scharf-Bendov's website alizascharf.com/ ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3OLxrFr ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Nutrition & Chinese Medicine
We talk about Traditional Chinese Medicine and nutrition with Ellen Goldsmith, MSOM, LAc, a nationally board certified, licensed acupuncturist, Chinese herbalist, and co-author of “Nutritional Healing with …
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We talk about Traditional Chinese Medicine and nutrition with Ellen Goldsmith, MSOM, LAc, a nationally board certified, licensed acupuncturist, Chinese herbalist, and co-author of “Nutritional Healing with Chinese Medicine.” She specializes in Chinese dietetics and its application in a Western clinical setting. Ellen’s integrative body centered and intuitive approach to care is grounded in decades of study and experience which are key to collaborating and working with people to help them reach their goals. In 2001 she co-founded Pearl Natural Health, an integrative naturopathic and Chinese medicine clinic, and she maintains a practice in Portland, Oregon. Ellen is on the faculty at the National University of Natural Medicine’s College of Classical Chinese Medicine, where she teaches graduate students in the study of Chinese Dietetics and its clinical application. She is also on faculty with the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine teaching integrative medical fellows on the Energetics of Food. ◘ Related Links Ellen's website: https://bit.ly/3NOBosk ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3THgP4F ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Improving Cannabis Science
In the summer of 2024, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) released a Hemp Plant Reference Material to help labs accurately measure the amount of THC, CBD, toxic elements and other …
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In the summer of 2024, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) released a Hemp Plant Reference Material to help labs accurately measure the amount of THC, CBD, toxic elements and other compounds in cannabis products. It will also help producers and state regulators ensure that cannabis products are safe to use and accurately labeled. Today, we’re going to talk about NIST's Hemp Plant Reference Material and about improving cannabis science with leading experts in the field of cannabis medicine. Our guests are Dr. Bryon Adinoff, president of the Doctors for Drug Policy Reform, and Dr. Leslie Mendoza Temple, former Chair of the Medical Cannabis Advisory Board for the Illinois Department of Public Health. Dr. Adinoff is an addiction psychiatrist, neuroscientist, academician, and advocate. He was appointed Clinical Professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine following his retirement as Distinguished Professor of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Research in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and as a psychiatrist for 30 years with the Department of Veterans Affairs. He has published over 200 papers and book chapters on the neurobiology and treatment of addiction and is Editor-in-Chief of The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse. Dr. Temple is a Clinical Associate Professor for NorthShore University HealthSystem’s Department of Family Medicine and Medical Director of the NorthShore Integrative Medicine Program. She was recently appointed as an endowed Chair of Integrative Medicine by the Owen L. Coon Foundation. She is also a Clinical Associate Professor in Family Medicine at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. ◘ Related Content NIST’s New Hemp Reference Material Will Help Ensure Accurate Cannabis Measurements https://bit.ly/3XWruef NIST Tools for Cannabis Laboratory Quality Assurance https://bit.ly/3Bq0lau ◘ Transcript https://bit.ly/3THgP4F ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.Save the Microbes, Save the World
Today we’re going to talk about broccoli, sulforaphane, and combating inflammation, as well as the new research and education discipline of microbes and social equity, with Sue Ishaq, PhD, founder of the …
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Today we’re going to talk about broccoli, sulforaphane, and combating inflammation, as well as the new research and education discipline of microbes and social equity, with Sue Ishaq, PhD, founder of the Microbes and Social Equity Working Group, Principal Investigator at the Ishaq Lab, and assistant professor of Animal and Veterinary Sciences at the University of Maine School of Food and Agriculture. The Ishaq lab investigate solutions for using microorganisms to resolve disordered communities and host health by increasing our understanding of the interactions between animal (or human) hosts and their resident microbiota. Over the years, Dr. Ishaq's research has gone from wild animal gut microbiomes, to soils, to buildings, and back to the gut. Since 2019, her lab in Maine has focused on host-associated microbial communities in animals and humans, and in particular, how host and microbes interact in the gut and can be harnessed to reduce inflammation. She is also the early-career At Large member of the Board of Directors for the American Society for Microbiology, 2024- 2027. ◘ Related Links The Ishaq Lab https://sueishaqlab.org/ The Ishaq Lab's Broccoli Project https://bit.ly/3T1RSAf Framing the discussion of microorganisms as a facet of social equity in human health https://bit.ly/4cIJqwU Introducing the Microbes and Social Equity Working Group: Considering the Microbial Components of Social, Environmental, and Health Justice https://bit.ly/4e3zgYH the mSystems special collection on related research https://bit.ly/476smQv The Microbes and Social Equity Working Group https://bit.ly/4dFrTqH ◘ Transcript bit.ly/3KPQRa6 ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.
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