UC Wellbeing Channel (Audio): Recent Episodes
UCTV
UCTV presents this curated collection of videos on integrative medicine, featuring evidence-based research showing how a whole-systems healthcare approach protects the mind, body and spirit.
Fungi play a crucial role in our natural ecosystem. Environmental scientist Danielle Stevenson discusses the great impact fungi can have on soil quality and a healthier food supply. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Agriculture] [Show ID: 40174]
Mindful self-compassion has been widely researched in recent years and found effective in a wide variety of mental health and wellbeing variables. Dr. Christiane Wolf with InsightLA offers a short 3-step self-compassion practice to help you recover more quickly from stress. Simply treat yourself the way you would treat a dear friend! Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37748]
The COVID-19 pandemic has put all of us in crisis mode. So how can you manage feelings of anxiety and stress? Esme Shaller, Ph.D., associate professor of psychiatry at UC San Francisco, teaches four simple crisis survival skills called TIPP: temperature, intense exercise, paced breathing, and progressive muscle relaxation. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37745]
Regular practice of mindfulness meditations has been widely researched and has been shown to reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression and stress and increase quality of life and overall well-being. Wallk through a simple breathing exercise with Dr. Christiane Wolf, Mindfulness and Insight Meditation Teacher at InsightLA. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37746]
Breathing techniques can help us relax and reduce stress and anxiety. Simply slowing our breathing rate can reduce arousal in our autonomic nervous system. Elissa Epel, Ph.D., psychiatry professor at UC San Francisco, demonstrates a simple three-part breathing technique that can help with stress and sleep. Try this four times in a row each day. It can be done upon waking, during a break, or before bed (or during insomnia!). Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37747]
Pain is on the rise in adults. Heidi Reetz, MD, examines recent pain studies and what their impact are on the prevalence and trajectories of pain in the US. She shares how the principles of integrative medicine can be applied to pain management. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37516]
Mushrooms play a crucial role in our natural ecosystem, they have been used medicinally by indigenous cultures for centuries, their nutritional value and hearty fiber make them an excellent meat substitute for chefs, and the mainstream medical community is evaluating psilocybin benefits in combating PTSD, anxiety, addiction, and other conditions. Michelle Ciccarelli Lerach hosts spiritual healer Matthew Alvarado, Mindful Mushrooms owner Ivo Fedak, CEO of M2 Ingredients Jan Hall, Mark Kalia, MD, Gordon Saxe, MD, PhD UCSD, environmental scientist Danielle Stevenson, and co-owner and chef at The Plot and Wrench & Rodent Seabasstropub Davin Waite for a discussion on the amazing impacts of mushrooms. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Agriculture] [Show ID: 37279]
Creating mandalas is seen as an act of meditation that is a therapeutic modality with the potential to contribute to wellness and self care. Dr. Sudha Prathikanti, Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at UCSF, combines the best-proven conventional psychiatric treatments with the best-proven remedies from ancient wisdom traditions such mandalas. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37152]
Eve Ekman is a contemplative social scientist and teacher in the field of emotional awareness and burnout prevention. She discusses how to develop emotion awareness and enact compassion. She also addresses the issue of burnout and things to do to manage emotions and their power. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36875]
Dave Berger, somatic psychotherapist, physical therapist and bodyworker, provides practical suggestions for managing stress and anxiety. When stress and anxiety run high, nurturing your body-brain and mind is more important than ever. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36874]
Dr. Stuart Eisendrath, UCSF Professor Emeritus in Psychiatry, explores the psychology behind both anxiety and depression as well as how mindfulness can help to tackle these issues. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 36943]
Jon Kabat-Zinn is the founder of the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program, which teaches participants how to navigate and integrate the challenges and adventures of everyday life. Here he discusses the act of mindfulness in daily life and the medicinal quality of meditation. Series: "Integrative Medicine Today" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36269]
Meditation practices have been adapted to treat mental and physical health conditions. It is not a cure-all, and different people respond in different ways. Helen Weng, UCSF Psychiatry, explores how we understand these processes and measure them from internal practice to external change. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 35929]
As an agricultural crop, hemp is the strongest natural fiber in the world and can produce crucial resources such as food, rope, clothing, paper, and housing material. The U.S. sales value of hemp-based products is more than $600 million annually and growing. A panel of experts discusses the increasing use of hemp and cannabis in their various forms, including potential benefits and drawbacks, as well as the differences between hemp, THC, and CBD, and their uses both medicinally and recreationally. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Agriculture] [Show ID: 35099]
Michele Atlan has been a breast cancer survivor since 2013 and serves as the vice-president of the Breast Cancer Care & Research Fund (BCCRF) in Los Angeles. She presents her bold idea at the Global Challenge to Prevent Breast Cancer -- Imagine being able to repurpose an inexpensive and abundant natural ingredient to prevent breast cancer, while also enhancing skin health. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34864]
Selena Chan, DO, takes you through a brief history of treating mental health from the stone age to today. She then looks at psychiatry today and how we are at a time when behavioral medicine is uniquely situated to bridge biomedicine and an array of healing modalities.
Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34526]
We have come so far in understanding the brain, yet we are often perplexed by our emotions. Geronima Cortese gives an brief history of herbalism and how it is practiced today. She explores the herbal approach from diagnosis to treatment.
Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34525]
David Lukoff, PhD, explores transpersonal psychology, the study of human growth and development from a perspective of spirituality and the inner soul. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34524]
Dr. James Duffy, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at UCSF, explores classical Daoist Chinese medicine. This traditional knowledge spans centuries and is a highly sophisticated system that offers an alternative for health care needs. Duffy is an integrative psychiatrist interested in integrative approaches to mental healthcare that includes evidence-based and whole-system (i.e. classical Chinese medicine) approaches. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34523]
MDMA is known for increasing feelings of trust and compassion towards others, which could make an ideal adjunct to psychotherapy for PTSD. Dr. Sylver Quevedo, Physician of Nephrology, Integrative, Family, and Internal Medicine at UCSF, explores whether MDMA-assisted psychotherapy can help heal the psychological and emotional damage caused by trauma. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34522]
In modern-day culture, often divested from elements of a balanced life, emotional wellness can be elusive. Dr. Sudha Prathikanti explores integrative psychiatry, a healing approach that uses both conventional and complementary/alternative medicine to understand and treat psychiatric conditions. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34521]
Paul J. Mills, the director of the Center of Excellence for Research and Training in Integrative Health at UC San Diego School of Medicine, speaks to military veterans about the positive impacts of being thankful in everyday life. Among the benefits -- successful aging, better sleep, stress reduction, and a drop in depression, anxiety and fatigue. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31527]
Rudolph Tanzi, PhD, of the Harvard Medical School describes a fundamental problem with modern-day treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34243]
Food is medicine. That insight inspired the late rancher and developer Dick Krupp to endow one of the largest funds of its kind to support integrative nutrition research at UC San Diego. As Gordon Saxe, MD, the director of UCSD’s Center for Integrative Nutrition and others explain, the Krupp-funded projects focus on how diet and natural therapeutics can help reduce or cure common health problems. Among the projects featured – feeding cancer patients congee, a grain-based porridge to ease the side effects of chemotherapy, a study led by Caitlin Costello, MD, of the Moores Cancer Center. Also, Sanjay Agarwal, MD, looks at the impact of a healthy diet on women who suffer from endometriosis. And finally, Robert Weinreb, MD, the director of the Shiley Eye Institute, introduces a new field of medicine called Integrative Ophthalmology. All agree: what you eat matters! Series: "UCTV Prime" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33133]
Computer scientist Larry Smarr and osteopathic physician Michael Kurisu present a vision for healthcare that combines the best of allopathic and osteopathic medicine by using a more personalized, hands-on, systems-based approach to treating patients. They demonstrate this proof of concept with details on how Smarr diagnosed his own Crohn’s disease by using blood and stool tests to track changes in his body. And when the symptoms became too severe, Smarr collaborated with his surgeon, Sonia Ramamoorthy, MD, to plan the operation based on 3D images of his organs created at his research institute, Calit2 at UC San Diego. Kurisu then introduces Project Apollo, a group of patients inspired by Smarr who are collecting their own data to develop personalized treatments for their particular conditions. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33132]
In collaboration with the UC San Diego Center for Integrative Nutrition, the Berry Good Food Foundation convenes a panel of experts to discuss the rise of comprehensive medicine and nutritional healing to treat chronic disease and maintain general well-being. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Agriculture] [Show ID: 33486]
The full recording of computer scientist Larry Smarr presenting ten years of his personal health data on the Visualization Wall at his institute, Calit2 at UC San Diego. Excerpts from this talk are seen in "Future Patient/Future Doctor" (uctv.tv/shows/33132), featuring Smarr and osteopathic physician Michael Kurisu. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33705]
A more detailed look at the osteopathic treatment that Dr. Michael Kurisu provided to computer scientist Larry Smarr, as seen in "Future Patient/Future Doctor" (uctv.tv/shows/33132.) Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33706]
Understand more about testing and monitoring to optimize performance, including measuring oxygen uptake and heart rate variability. Then see how exercise fits into a health lifestyle. Also find out about nitric oxide to improve performance, especially in endurance sports. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33447]
Following his presentation to the 2018 Writer’s Symposium by the Sea at Point Loma Nazarene University, Deepak Chopra, MD talks with host Dean Nelson about breakthroughs in integrative medicine and understanding the mind-body connections that lead to wellness. Series: "Writer's Symposium By The Sea" [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 32880]
Deepak Chopra, MD, a leading pioneer in integrative medicine, shares insights from his new book, “The Healing Self,” on how to protect your immune system by managing stress and reducing inflammation – two key factors for lifelong wellness. Chopra is presented by the 2018 Writer’s Symposium by the Sea at Point Loma Nazarene University. Series: "Writer's Symposium By The Sea" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33478]
Jon Kabat-Zinn is the founder of the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program, which teaches participants how to navigate and integrate the challenges and adventures of everyday life. He is also the author of several best-selling books on the topic of mindfulness, including Full Catastrophe Living and Wherever You Go, There You Are. Series: "Integrative Medicine Today" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33378]
Vicky Newman, a Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist shares dietary guidelines for Omega-3 fatty acid intake, particularly for a vegetarian diet. From flaxseeds, walnuts, avocados and spinach learn what plant sources can fulfill recommended omega-3 fatty acid requirements. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33149]
Vicky Newman, a Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist with years of experience in dietary behavior change research, talks about the surprising health benefits of cholesterol. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33100]
Can (Martin) Zhang of Harvard Medical School leads off the panel with a detailed discussion of factors leading to Alzheimer’s disease and the potential benefits of curcumin in treatment. He is followed by Rinchen Dhondrup of Qinghai University, who presents on treating chronic atrophic gastritis and Chenchen Wang of Tufts University who explains her work using Tibetan medicines and Tai Chi to treat rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia and other chronic diseases as part of the Tibetan Medicine Conference on Mind-Body Health held at Harvard in October, 2017. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33048]
This presentation continues the conversation on the value of Tibetan medicine in treating chronic diseases, optimizing clinical outcomes and improving mind-body-spirt wellbeing. Alejandro Chaoul of the Integrative Medicine Program at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center joins scholar Mona Schrempf and anthropologist Tatiana Chudakova of Tufts University as part of the Tibetan Medicine Conference on Mind-Body Health held at Harvard in October, 2017. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33046]
Key presentations on research models in integrative medicine feature the use of functional MRI to track changes in the brain during meditation; measuring the effect of intense meditation retreats on the telomeres of participants; and the coevolution of traditional medicine and modern biomedical research. Speakers Thomas Liu of UC San Diego and Clifford Saron of UC Davis joined James Nettles of Emory University as part of the Tibetan Medicine Conference on Mind-Body Health held at Harvard in October, 2017. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33047]
Renowned Tibetan Buddhist scholar and Columbia University Professor Robert A.F. Thurman is joined in conversation by his colleague Isa Gucciardi and UCSF's Eve Ekman and David Bullard. They explore Buddhist understandings about consciousness and death. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 32673]
Keynote talks at the 2017 Tibetan Medicine Conference on Mind-Body Health are presented here, including Rudolph Tanzi, PhD, of the Harvard Medical School who describes his research with natural products to prevent and treat Alzheimer's; Yumba of Lhasa on the Great Treasury of Tibetan Medical and Astronomical Texts; and Janet Gyatso of the Harvard Divinity School on the Challenges for the Study of Tibetan Medicine. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33044]
Three dynamic speakers present case studies on the value of Tibetan medicine in treating chronic illnesses, optimizing clinical outcomes and improving mind-body-spirt wellbeing. Lobsang Dhondup of the Tibetan Healing Center, Cynthia Husted, a clinical consultant in Integrative Functional Medicine and Paul J. Mills of UC San Diego delivered these plenary talks as part of the Tibetan Medicine Conference on Mind-Body Health held at Harvard in October, 2017. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33045]
Vicky Newman, a Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist recommends a 4:1 ratio for Omega-6 and Omega-3 intake. It is thought that following this ratio will reduce inflammation in the body and prevent disease. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33091]
The best-selling author and UCSF endocrinologist Dr. Robert Lustig explores how industry has contributed to a culture of addiction, depression and chronic disease. Always provocative, Lustig reveals the science that drives these states of mind and offers solutions we can use. Series: "Great Minds Gather Here" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32572]
Clinical psychologist Erik Groessl talks about research showing the value of yoga in reducing pain, improving physical function and overcoming opioid addiction in military veterans, among other patients, in this conversation with Paul J. Mills of UC San Diego. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32702]
Hollis King and Michael Kurisu, both osteopathic physicians (DO's) at UC San Diego, describe how osteopathy is a hands-on medical treatment that focuses on the structure and function of the whole body, not just symptoms of disease or pain. As they explain to host Paul J. Mills, doctors of osteopathy learn the same curriculum as traditional medical students, but they approach their patients with a more integrative philosophy of healthcare. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 32568]
UCSF Physical Therapists Catherine Printz and Monika Patel explore neurological physical therapy. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32387]
Why do some people thrive well into old age while others falter, become ill or die young? What can you do to increase the odds that you will live a long and healthy life? Dr. Howard S. Friedman discusses his research, including positive traits and characteristics that lead to longevity as well as emerging findings busting common myths about healthy aging. This lecture is part of the Frank B. Roehr Memorial Lecture Series, which was established by Mr. Roehr's daughter, Suzanne Angelucci, to inform the public on topics associated with the power of humor and positive thinking. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31840]
Robert Hendren, DO. Psychiatry and Behavioral Science, UCSF. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32209]
His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989, becoming the first Nobel laureate to be recognized for his concern for global environmental problems. He addressed an audience at UC San Diego focusing on love and kindness among humanity. He urged compassion and sharing each other's problems as one human family to overcome the distance and violence in the world. Series: "Dalai Lama" [Public Affairs] [Humanities] [Show ID: 32364]
The 14th Dalai Lama, a 1989 Nobel Peace Prize laureate and the spiritual leader of Tibet, delivered the keynote address at UC San Diego’s 2017 commencement ceremony. His talk centered on the power of compassion and finding happiness in life. He urged the graduates to use their knowledge to better the world in peaceful ways. Series: "Dalai Lama" [Humanities] [Education] [Show ID: 31993]
Rob Knight, PhD, Professor of Pediatrics at the UC San Diego School of Medicine, warns against the consumption of artificially colored foods. Knight promotes the genetic benefits of eating brightly colored natural foods. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32487]
Medical oncologist Daniel Vicario, co-founder of the San Diego Cancer Center, talks about his pioneering research in integrating Western medicine with ancient healing techniques as he develops comprehensive treatment plans for his patients. In this conversation with Paul J. Mills of UC San Diego, Dr. Vicario gives examples of treatments that have led to a decrease in symptoms, fewer doctor visits and a higher quality of life for those who are responsive to holistic cancer care. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32223]
Rob Knight explores the unseen microbial world that exists literally right under our noses -- and everywhere else on (and in) our bodies. He discusses the important influence the microbiome may have on the aging process and many end-of-life diseases. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31371]
Rupert Spira, author of “The Transparency of Things,” speaks here with Paul J. Mills of UC San Diego about the concept of non-duality, or advaita. They explore the idea that there is no separation between the self and the universe -- and how understanding this basic truth will lead to greater wellbeing. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31551]
The Sages & Scientists Symposium presents a panel of experts led by Poonacha Machaiah, co-founder of Jiyo, in a discussion on how technology can improve wellness. Machaiah appears as a HumaGram, demonstratiing a new technology for participating in live events from remote locations. Other guests include James Mault, MD of Qualcomm Life, Paddy Barrett of Scripps Translational Science Institute, Paul Duffy of ARHT Media, Moira Burke of Facebook, Simon Leung of NetDragon, Sridhar Solur of Comcast, Rick Stollmeyer of Mindbody , Upasana Kamineni Konidela of Apollo Life, entrepreneur Jeffery Martin and Deepak Chopra, MD, of the Chopra Center and UC San Diego School of Medicine.
Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Business] [Show ID: 31529]
Dr. Paul Ekman speaks with the Dalai Lama about the importance of a calm mind. Dr. Eve Ekman has been collaborating with her father, Dr. Paul Ekman, and the Dalai Lama on their “Atlas of Emotions” project, based on a survey of 248 leading emotion researchers. Series: "Integrative Medicine Today" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31754]
For the past several years, UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Medicine Research Fellow Dr. Eve Ekman has been collaborating with her father, Dr. Paul Ekman, and the Dalai Lama on their “Atlas of Emotions” project, based on a survey of 248 leading emotion researchers and their consensus about five universal emotions: enjoyment, sadness, disgust, anger, and fear. The Drs. Ekman present their findings on this groundbreaking project. Series: "Integrative Medicine Today" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31210]
Dr. Jonathan Rosand of Harvard Medical School presents a case study of his patient David Shaw, who suffered from viral encephalitis, and how he used integrative medicine, in conjunction with traditional medicine, to heal Shaw. Among the components in Rosand’s personalized approach, encouraging patients to be more grateful and joyous. Rosand follows with a presentation on latest research on brain health. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31450]
The Sages & Scientists Symposium presents “Health Science” with William Mobley, MD, Chair of the UC San Diego Dept. of Neuroscience; “The Microbiome and Health” with Rob Knight, PhD, Professor of Pediatrics at the UC San Diego School of Medicine; and “Biofield” with Shamini Jain, PhD, Asst. Professor of Psychiatry at UC San Diego. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31321]
The Sages & Scientists Symposium presents “Genetics, Epigenetics, and Neuroscience” with Deepak Chopra, MD, of UC San Diego School of Medicine; and Rudolph Tanzi, PhD, Professor of Neurology at Harvard University and Director of the Genetics and Aging Research Unit at Massachusetts General Hospital. Joining them is Jonathan Rosand, also a Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31448]
The Sages and Scientists Symposium presents a panel of experts led by physicist and popular science author Leonard Mlodinow exploring how creativity in music and the arts leads to wellbeing. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31449]
Dr. Mimi Guarneri compares two commonly caffeinated beverages, stressing the importance of buying organic coffee beans and highlighting the numerous health benefits several cups of tea a day could bring. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31191]
11 million US children and teens live with a chronic condition. Dr. Brittany Blockman looks at ways to improve their health and quality of life through an integrative approach to health. She describes the pilot program Communitas that examines these issues. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31011]
Dr. Deepak Chopra opens with an explanation of the principles and values of meditation and then guides a session for students, staff and faculty of the University of California. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31137]
Dr. Mimi Guarneri, President of the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, explains the importance of probiotics to your total health, and speculates about the future of microbiome-related medicine. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31193]
Dr. Eve Ekman deconstructs empathy and explains how being empathetic can better you personally and professionally. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31345]
Jean-Pierre Changeux speaks on how he revolutionized the way science and medicine understand brain cells and the communication that takes place between them. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31263]
Studies have shown that the vast majority of people do not intake enough vitamin D day-to day. So how much is enough? Dr. Robert Heaney goes over how much of the critical vitamin seems to be physiologically adequate. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31262]
Dr. Eve Ekman discusses the common phenomenon known as “burnout”, explaining what it is and why it’s significant. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31344]
Eve Ekman looks at the areas of meaning, empathy and burnout and how to manage stress in a work environment. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31010]
Katie Ferraro speaks on the various benefits a diet high in fiber can provide as well as where to find this fiber on the food pyramid. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31246]
Eve Ekman gives a clinical definition of emotion, including their utility as we understand it, how they arise in the mind, and the ways various emotions are felt in different people. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31341]
Thirty years ago, our internal regulatory systems were much more capable of preventing obesity and overeating than they are now. Dr. Robert Lustig wonders what happened to produce this change, and why we are now in less control of our impulses. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31250]
Dr. Eve Ekman discusses the ways people typically interact with their emotions, especially negative ones, and which of these ways has been shown to be most effective. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31342]
Nancy Bardacke, nurse-midwife, mindfulness teacher, and originator of the Mindfulness-Based Childbirth and Parenting program at UCSF has been assisting birthing families for more than four decades. She explores the benefits of mindfulness meditation for childbirth and parenting. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31009]
Katie Ferraro runs through the dieting needs of human beings, highlighting that one very important nutrient we often don’t get enough of: fiber. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31244]
Elissa Epel explains what a telomere is, what it does, and why it’s important to protect them from excessive stress. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31224]
Best-selling author Dr. Deepak Chopra explains the benefits of living presently as opposed to reaching ahead to the future, and speaks on the paradoxical notion that those who worry about time the most often have the least amount of it. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31177]
How does mindfulness and meditation improve health? Helen Weng, UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Medicine, explains that training our internal mental lives can have positive effects on our minds, health, and relationships.
Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31008]
Sleep is much more than just a time of rest and repair. Deepak Chopra discusses the deeper significance of sleeping and dreaming, so critical to our health. Sleeping gives our brain necessary time to process short and long-term memories. But it can also allow us to reconnect with our original, higher state of consciousness, like the freshness of a newborn baby. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31290]
Dr. Deepak Chopra hopes that the future will bring a better understanding of the influence cast by a person’s electromagnetic field, and how those fields interact with one another. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31182]
Drawing on yogic tradition, best-selling author Dr. Deepak Chopra explains the essence of creativity, how the artist implicitly taps into higher stages of consciousness, and why artificial intelligence cannot be creative. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31180]
Julie Zwillich is introduced to the seven spiritual laws of yoga in part three of her trip to the Chopra Center. She learns that the qualities you learn and develop on the mat often translate to life off the mat. So as yoga helps the body become stronger and more flexible, those qualities translate into the rest of your life. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31282]
Deepak Chopra defines meditation and discusses it's history and context in Vedanta. He also explains some of the benefits of its practice. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31285]
Artist Yuko Kodama shares her inspiring story of healing and transformation and the role of yoga in her recovery. Yuko's cancer began in her mouth, and her art reflects the pain and memory associated with that part of her body. We visit her studio to get an in-depth look at the relationship between her struggle with cancer and her art. We also follow her to the yoga studio with Eddie Stern, Yuko's yoga teacher for almost two decades, who shares his perspective on her illness and recovery, and how yoga practice contributes to spiritual strength and perseverance. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31289]
Dr. Mimi Guarneri, President of the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, summarizes the current healthcare climate in the United States, arguing that shifting our focus from fixing bodies to fixing lifestyles would result in a much healthier society overall. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31196]
Margaret Chesney walks us through the powerful results of positivity, explaining how being a positive person can benefit both your physiology and your lifestyle, leading to decreased risk of health problems later on. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31221]
Dr. Andrea Garber speaks on the ways in which the food industry and associated advertising agencies promote a combination of foods lacking nutritional value and unhealthy representations of body image, cultivating an anti-nourishment culture among the youth. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31230]
Iman Crosson and Natalie Spilger visit laughing meditation instructor Stephanie Nash to learn the art of laughter. The exercise takes them out of their comfort zones, but one burst of Stephanie's infectious laugh is enough to get them giggling. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31271]
What happens in your brain when you fall in love? Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31283]
Dr. Elissaios Karageorgio explains the link between broken sleep patterns that are characteristic of insomnia and dementia. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31201]
Deepak Chopra explains why we need to look past the limited views of ourselves to feel completely loved. Do you feel completely loved and completely lovable? Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31287]
How does meditation affect your brain? Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31284]
Deepak Chopra explores the meaning and role of the ego in our consciousness. Is it good or bad? The ego is our self-image, not our true self. It is characterized by labels, masks, images, and judgements. The true self is the field of possibilities, creativity, intentions, and power. We can go beyond the ego through self awareness - awareness of our thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and speech. Thus we begin to slowly move beyond the ego to the true self. Deepak reads a beautiful poem by Rabindranath Tagore, entitled "Who is this?" which describes the ego as "my own small self." Can you go beyond your own small self, your ego, to discover your true self? Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31288]
Dr. Kevin Barrows relates some of the historical roots of mindfulness and how it evokes the revealing of the unconscious processes of the mind. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 31365]
What is the relationship between sleep, brain health, and Alzheimer's disease? Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31286]
Dr. Deepak Chopra shows how, through simple meditative exercises focusing on self and environmental awareness, you can shift your perception of time to the present and ground yourself in the now. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31173]
Dr. Kevin Barrows explains the difference between meditation focused on mindfulness and that practiced purely for relaxation, and describes how to two are also interconnected. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 31337]
Dr. Kevin Barrows explains the term “mindfulness based stress reduction” (MBSR) and why he recommends the process to anyone, especially those suffering from certain psychological and physiological conditions. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 31325]
Dr. Kevin Barrows provides a general description of mindfulness, which includes it as a form of awareness and a way of paying attention. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 31366]
Mindfulness is the practice of maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of one’s thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and environment. Dr. Kevin Barrows, the Director of Mindfulness Programs at the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine and a Clinical Professor at UCSF. explores mind-body medicine, with a special focus on the application of mindfulness practice in health care settings. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31007]
Dr. Kevin Barrows explains the psychological effects of mindfulness and how the practice has overall effects on the body. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 31364]
Dr. Deepak Chopra, author of “Super Genes”, enlightens us as to when a child is first ready to begin cultivating his or her awareness. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31178]
Dr. Mimi Guarneri notes an influx of patients who she says are, “ill to the pill,” and discusses more efficient ways to treat the root of a problem rather than merely minimizing symptoms. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31186]
Dr. Deepak Chopra discusses various yogic practices and the distinct forms of enlightenment that accompany them. He claims the neural correlates to this enlightenment are now available to us, we just have to go looking for them. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31179]
Dr. Deepak Chopra explains what he means when he says the brain is a verb, and speaks on how the interconnectedness of people allows for separate brains to interact and thus form a collective consciousness. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31255]
Dr. Kevin Barrows lays out the component pieces of mindfulness, what each means, and how this formula and the elements within impact your day-to-day life. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 31324]
Marcia Degelman explains what the notoriously long-lived people of Okinawa do and eat on a day-to-day basis that may drastically impact their long term health. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31222]
Those with sleep disorders often fail to get enough recuperative sleep, and suffer some unpleasant and potentially dangerous consequences. Dr. Sean Drummond describes the ways in which sleepiness can interfere with your life. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31243]
Does the science live up to the hype? Dr. Rck Hecht, the director of research at the UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Medicine looks at the effects of meditation on health and behavior. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31006]
Dr. Rick Hecht talks us through a study that indicates the prominent effects regular mindfulness meditation can have on those trying to kick their cigarette addiction. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31314]
Dr. Rick Hecht shows the statistical evidence that seems to demonstrate those who suffer from depression may be less likely to relapse into a depressed state when practicing mindfulness based cognitive therapy as compared to those using medication. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31312]
Dr. Deepak Chopra describes the causal relationship between states of consciousness and physiology, and how we are now able to measure the correlation between the two. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31256]
Dr. Rick Hecht goes over the distinction between mantra meditation and mindfulness since the two seem to affect one’s physiology in different ways. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 31311]
Dr. Rick Hecht points out the various functions of the autonomic nervous system and explains the division between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31307]
Barbara Reuer, executive director of Resounding Joy, explains how she uses music medicinally, applying the neurological benefits to victims of strokes and other degenerative neurological disorders in order to help them achieve better quality of life. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31216]
Dr. Gary Small talks about how to reprogram brain chemistry through repetition, and highlights which foods the brain-conscious dieter eat. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31229]
Dr. Rick Hecht discusses the flip side of the immune system, highlighting how it can actually damage our body if its pushed too hard, or if it experiences one of many possible malfunctions. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31306]
Dr. Mimi Guarneri, President of the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, explains the concept of epigenetics, or the activation and deactivation of specific genes, and how our lifestyle choices play a much larger role in our overall health than our genes. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31187]
Much is still unknown in the arena of sleep study, and even less is well understood by the average person. Join Dr. Sean Drummond as he explains that sleep is actually a combination of different types of consciousness. In addition, he describes the various benefits of sleep as well as its related mysteries. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31242]
Steve Hickman, Executive Director of the UC San Diego Center for Mindfulness, explains the process of achieving mindfulness and what it means to reach this mental state. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31253]
Dr. Robert Heaney shows the consequences of inadequate vitamin d intake, demonstrating just how critical it is for a multitude of biological processes. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31261]
Jean-Pierre Changeux discusses how general anesthetics hint at the chemical nature of consciousness. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31264]
Dr. Rick Hecht explains how cortisol, a hormone commonly associated with stress, impacts the body, showing it to be one of the most influential and complicated chemicals the body produces. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31305]
Dr. Rick Hecht explains that not all stress should be actively avoided, and shows that mindfulness can increase the likelihood that you respond properly to challenges and stay calmer when presented with threats. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 31313]
Best-selling author Dr. Deepak Chopra shares the exciting results of a recent study he conducted showing the numerous health benefits of frequent meditation. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31170]
Dr. Rick Hecht shows empirical evidence suggesting the strength and stability of someone’s social life may actually alter their stress response architecture, making them more or less prone to high levels of stress. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31309]
Dr. Rochelle Zak speaks on the characteristics of narcolepsy, and the disorder’s accidental discovery by scientists investigating obesity. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31199]
Dr. Mimi Guarneri explains why exercise is one of the most effective natural remedies for a wide variety of health conditions. She presents data suggesting diet and exercise alone may produce better results than some drugs, and calls into question the mindset of medicine today. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31192]
Dr. Mimi Guarneri explains the philosophy at the core of integrative healthcare, providing statistics and studies to prove that our ability to prevent disease is woefully lacking when compared to our ability to treat acute health problems. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31188]
Dr. Elissaios Karageorgiou explains that what many people may consider to be a good night’s sleep could actually be detrimental, and that it is sometimes better to get too little sleep than too much. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31200]
Social Anxiety Disorder can feel crippling, but as Dr. Murray Stein explains, there exists a variety of treatment options that can help someone suffering with Social Anxiety disorder feel comfortable in social settings. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31214]
Sudha Prathikanti describes the way of life one ought to undertake prior to pursuing the physical tradition of yoga, and why this way of life is at the tradition’s core. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31219]
Having been influenced by both Eastern and Western schools of thought, Dr. Deepak Chopra explains the fundamental aspects of each, highlighting the ways both can work together to form a more holistic picture of personal wellness. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31167]
Dr. Jeffrey Matloff discusses the treatment options for those suffering from PTSD, and how socialization may be the best course of action for those forced to isolation due to the severity of their disease. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31212]
Dr. Rochelle Zak talks about what causes us to sleep, and why it is sometimes difficult to fall asleep even when we feel very tired. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31198]
Best-selling author Dr. Deepak Chopra speaks on the evolution and cyclicality of abusive relationships, as well as the ways this may affect an individual in the early stages of development. He also explores the effects of a positive presence on a victim of abuse. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31183]
Dr. Deepak Chopra explains that the potential for life exists all around us, showing that pockets of space are actually very conducive to the existence of consciousness. This lecture is presented by the Institute for Public Health and the Department of Family Medicine and Public Health at UC San Diego. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31166]
Best-selling author Dr. Deepak Chopra explains the various rhythms of the human body. Theoretically, Chopra claims, we may one day be able to take advantage of the body’s circadian cycle so as to increase the efficacy of chemotherapy. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31175]
The vagus nerve is one of the most influential components of the human body. Best-selling author Dr. Deepak Chopra explains how yoga’s various poses target nerves like the vagus and can benefit the body. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31172]
Dr. Deepak Chopra, author of “Super Genes”, explains that consciousness should not be understood as individuated and personal, rather it should be viewed as shared and communal, both between people and between species. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31171]
Dr. Mimi Guarneri, President of the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, explains the term “skinny fat” and shows that your weight alone does not provide an adequate picture of general health. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31190]
In discussing the medicinal importance of sleep, Dr. Deepak Chopra details the seven distinct states of consciousness, describing their characteristics and ordering them according to their ability to produce beneficial results. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31169]
Dr. Mimi Guarneri, President of the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, breaks down the reasons behind the widespread epidemic of poor health in the United States. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31185]
Dr. Martin Rossman describes the emotive language of imagery and its ability to modulate your stress levels as well as aid your creativity, self- expression, and overall mental health. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31218]
Margaret Chesney demonstrates how a negative state of mind can alter your physiology and increase the likelihood of disease or disorder. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31220]
Deepak Chopra, MD, leads a 20-minute meditation for the UC Community. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31278]
Dr. Steve Hickman describes exercises and common practices that help to promote mindfulness, and puts forth evidence showing that mindfulness can actually work to create demonstrable changes in neurochemistry. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31254]
Dr. Mimi Guarneri runs through a handful of stress related symptoms and demonstrates that a body under constant stress will generally deteriorate much faster than normal. This accelerated aging takes a toll on a person, both internally and externally. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31194]
Dr. Rochelle Zak takes us through the cyclical patterns of sleep, explains the various stages of sleep, and discusses how REM sleep is actually rather similar to waking life. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31197]
Dr. Murray Stein summarizes social anxiety disorder, explains how to recognize it, and speaks on how it is distinct from common shyness. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31213]
Dr. Robert Lustig discusses how the conditions of the present, both with regard for the activity level of individuals and the ubiquity of processed foods, have generated a perfect storm for the proliferation of obesity. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31248]
Dr. Gary Small examines the correlation between inflammation and memory loss, and explains why exercise may have the power to stave off the effects of Alzheimer’s disease. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31228]
Integrative Medicine Cardiologist Mimi Guarneri, author of “The Heart Speaks,” presents evidence for the value of eating well and exercising regularly in this talk to the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UC San Diego. After serving as Medical Director for the Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine for 15 years, Dr. Guarneri co-founded and became Medical Director for Guarneri Integrative Health, Inc. and Pacific Pearl La Jolla. She is also a clinical associate professor at UC San Diego. Series: "Osher UC San Diego Distinguished Lecture Series" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 30654]
Renowned physician and best-selling author Deepak Chopra shares his research from his new book, “Super Genes,” showing how simple lifestyle changes can optimize how genes behave, which can lead to positive impacts on immunity, aging and chronic disorders. Chopra is presented by the Institute for Public Health and the Department of Family Medicine and Public Health at UC San Diego. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 30715]
Dr. Aniruddh Patel of The Neurosciences Institute walks us through what happens in the brain when listening to music, and how music stimulates a multitude of the brain’s regions. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31215]
Dr. Deepak Chopra speaks on the prominent perception of stagnation, and explains how such a feeling is possible in an existence so defined by evolution and change. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31168]
Learn the latest practical dietary suggestions to reduce risk and progression of heart disease, including strategies for reducing inflammation and lowering LDL cholesterol (i.e., the “bad” cholesterol). Vicky Newman, a Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist with years of experience in dietary behavior change research, talks about the protective compounds found in big color, big flavor plant foods, including dark chocolate and red wine. She also discusses the benefits of fiber-rich foods, and the special role that soluble fiber plays in controlling cholesterol. Additionally, Ms. Newman offers her perspective on the continuing controversies regarding vegan diets (elimination of all animal foods), egg consumption, and saturated fats like coconut oil. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 30568]
Dr. Helene Langevin explains the importance of connective tissue in the body and its link to the immune system. She talks about recent findings on the effects of stretching on inflammation and fibrosis and the relevance of these findings to chronic pain and cancer. Langevin is the director of the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Series: "Integrative Medicine Today" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 30714]
Dr. Sanjay Reddy provides a brief introduction to acupuncture. He explores the “eastern” concepts of health and gives an overview of the applications of acupuncture to pain. He also looks at herbal supplements, exercise, mediation and other ways to help manage pain. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 30799]
Lee Berk, Professor at Loma Linda University in California has spent nearly three decades studying the effects of a good laugh on your brain and body, including hormone and immune systems. He is joined by his son, Ryan Berk, a chef and a chocolatier, as together they give a scientific presentation on the benefits of humor and chocolate for your health. They will also offer some practical tips on how to become healthier - with a hint of laughter and high quality, organic chocolate. This lecture is part of the Frank B. Roehr Memorial Lecture Series, which was established by Mr. Roehr's daughter, Suzanne Angelucci, to inform the public on topics associated with the power of humor and positive thinking. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 30523]
The Scripps Research Institute’s Dennis Wolan takes you on a fascinating exploration of the human body’s ecosystem and the myriad symbiotic relations found there that sustain and affect everything from immunity to behavior, and how his lab “mines” this microbiome for potential therapies. Series: "Saturday Science at Scripps Research " [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 30497]
There is substantial evidence suggesting physical activity and maintaining involvement in cognitively stimulating activities buttress cognition as we age. However, the mechanism by which engaged lifestyles exert their positive influence on cognitive aging is not clear. Clinical neuropsychologist Amy Jak explores the relationship between activity levels, cognition and brain changes over time and how participation in physical activity may contribute to positive cognitive functioning in older adults. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 30401]
UC San Diego Qualcomm Institute’s Larry Smarr, noted authority in information technology and high-performance computing hosts a discussion with UC San Diego’s Rob Knight, leading expert on microbiomes and bioinformatics who is widely renowned for his early and innovative investigations of the symbiotic relationships between microbial life and humans, about how the unique cyberinfrastructure resources for Big Data at UC San Diego will drive applications in the new frontier of microbiome research. Series: "Computing Primetime" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 29711]
Interest in the human microbiome has moved quickly from frontier science to public awareness. Larry Smarr, Director of CalIT2 at UC San Diego, describes the ways he uses technology to gather body data to track his internal biomarkers and how microbiome research is blossoming at UC San Diego. Series: "Degrees of Health and Well-Being" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 30179]
Humans are each home to trillions of microbes that have a widespread impact on our physiology and predisposition to disease. Peter Turnbaugh, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Microbiology and Immunology, UCSF, explains. Series: "UCSF Consortium for Obesity Assessment, Study and Treatment" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Education] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 30503]
In this presentation UC San Diego’s Rob Knight describes some of the functions of the human skin microbiome, how it and its complex chemical repertoire differ from that of other animals that have been studied, including chimpanzees, dogs, amphibians and reptiles, and what we are starting to learn about how microbiomes evolve into specialized evolutionary niches. Series: "CARTA - Center for Academic Research and Training in Anthropogeny" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 30216]
Dr. Emeran Mayer, an expert on the clinical and neurobiological aspects of the gut-brain axis, is a Professor in the Department of Medicine, Physiology and Psychiatry at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He is also the Executive Director of the Oppenheimer Family Center for Neurobiology of Stress, and Co-director of the CURE: Digestive Diseases Research Center. Series: "UCSF Consortium for Obesity Assessment, Study and Treatment" [Health and Medicine] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 30501]
Rob Knight is a Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, with an additional appointment in the Department of Computer Science, at UC San Diego. Series: "UCSF Consortium for Obesity Assessment, Study and Treatment" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Education] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 30499]
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans emphasize eating more foods from plants, such as vegetables and beans, whole grains, and nuts. Learn more about health benefits of choosing a diet heavy in fruits and vegetables from Katherine Richman, MD, Medical Director of Thornton Radiology and Clinical Professor of Radiology at the UC San Diego School of Medicine. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 29305]
As we grow older, we often become concerned about our memory. Dr. Ramin Motarjemi, Assistant Professor of Medicine and geriatrician at UCSD, will speak about memory changes that can occur with age and address common concerns. He will also discuss when to seek assistance, along with providing tips for keeping your memory sharp. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 29304]
Brent T. Mausbach, PhD examines the role of the caregiver for dementia patients. Learn about the psychological, emotional, and physical consequences of caregiving and what can be done to mitigate their impact. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 29303]
Did you know that you have up to ten times as many microbial cells on your body as you have human cells? What are these tiny microbes doing and how did they find their way to you? Rob Knight, PhD, joins our host David Granet, MD, to discuss how these cells that make up our microbiome can impact everything from mood, weight, sleep patterns, allergies and more. Series: "Health Matters" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 29535]
Dr. Darlene Mininni shares how resilience, emotional intelligence and mindfulness can affect physical health. Science consistently shows that positive emotions make a physiological impact on one's life - whether you are 18 or 80 - and Dr. Mininni offers practical advice to bring more well-being into your life. This lecture is part of the Frank B. Roehr Memorial Lecture Series, which was established by Mr. Roehr's daughter, Suzanne Angelucci, to inform the public on topics associated with the power of humor and positive thinking. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 29118]
Sugar Science experts from UCSF share the latest research findings on sugar and its impact on health. Panelists: Laura A. Schmidt, PhD, MSW, MPH; Dean Schillinger, MD; and Cristin E. Kearns, DDS, MBA. The speakers make up the team of SugarScience.org, an organization at UCSF made up of uniquely qualified scientists from a wide spectrum of medical research specialties in some of the nation's top universities, including UCSF, UC Davis and Emory University. The event was hosted UCSF’s Living Well initiative and moderated by Barbara French, Vice Chancellor, Strategic Communications & University Relations. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 29506]
Jean-Pierre Changeux reflects on his scientific journey and shares insights into his research with Dr. William Mobley. This wide-ranging discussion takes a deeper look into Changeux’s early work with bacteria to more recent findings on the chemistry of consciousness. Series: "Brain Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 29376]
Margaret Chesney, the Director of the UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Medicine, explores how to recognize the signs of stress overload and strategies for managing it using integrative techniques. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 29276]
Learn more about the various states of the grieving process and how men and women grieve and heal differently. Natasha Josefowitz, PhD, bestselling author and professor of management will use poems from her award-winning book, Living Without the One You Cannot Live Without (November 2013), to illustrate the emotional aftermath of loss and the changes that must take place in order for people to heal. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 28363]
Candy Tsourounis, Professor of Clinical Pharmacy UCSF, looks at herbal remedies, dietary supplements and weight loss medications. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 28506]
Learn the right balance of foods to maximize your physical and mental health and get practical tips for controlling your weight, maintaining good mood, and reducing the risk of common chronic diseases. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 28362]
Steve Hickman, Psy.D., Executive Director of the UC San Diego Center for Mindfulness joins William Mobley, MD, PhD for a discussion of how to be present in the moment and leverage the practice of mindfulness to stay engaged, focused, and fulfilled. Series: "Brain Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Show ID: 25775]
Dr. Sanford Newmark specializes in the integrative and holistic treatment of children with autism and ADHD. He combines conventional medicine with nutrition, behavior management, and various complementary modalities. Dr. Newmark is the head of the Pediatric Integrative Neurodevelopmental Program at UCSF. Series: "Integrative Medicine Today" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 28400]
What makes people happy? Is happiness a good thing? How can we make people happier still? Sonja Lyubomirsky, PhD, examines happiness and how we can use our minds as well as coping tools to better handle life’s challenges. This lecture is part of the Frank B. Roehr Memorial Lecture Series, which was established by Mr. Roehr's daughter, Suzanne Angelucci, to inform the public on topics associated with the power of humor and positive thinking. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 25618]
The connection between poor sleep, memory loss and brain deterioration as we grow older has been elusive. But for the first time, scientists at UC Berkeley have found a link between these hallmark maladies of old age. Their discovery opens the door to boosting the quality of sleep in elderly people to improve memory. Series: "UCTV Prime cuts" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 24918]
Margaret A. Chesney, UCSF Professor of Medicine and Director of the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine, discusses techniques for managing stress. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 25722]
Deepak Chopra, best-selling author and founder of The Chopra Foundation taps into what makes life worth living with The Atlantic’s Steve Clemons as part of The Atlantic Meets the Pacific 2013 conference presented by The Atlantic and UC San Diego. Series: "The Atlantic Meets The Pacific" [Public Affairs] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 25777]
Explore the research behind the science of integrative medicine with Dr. Kevin Barrows, UCSF Department of Family and Community Medicine and Medical Director, Osher Center for Integrative Medicine. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 25721]
Today’s fast-paced women can find themselves caught up in what has been called the “Superwoman Syndrome.” Women often feel pressure to achieve in many domains: at home, with their families, in their work, in caring for friends, and even with their appearance. Margaret Chesney, Director, Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at UCSF, explores how to find balance and your own path to wellness. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 24635]
Elissa Epel, UCSF health psychologist, looks at social and psychobiological difficulties involved with caregiving and offers practical advice for managing stress, especially in women. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 24634]
University of Michigan professor of applied physics, electrical engineering and computer science Jasprit Singh describes how technology can develop to impact the ability to live the "good life.” He is the founder of the RussaYog style of yoga and runs several studios and training centers in the United States. He examines how to have the “good life" in a sustainable way using concepts from yoga and mindful technologies, which enhance the inner senses. Singh works in the area of optical and electronic properties of semiconductors and their heterostructures. Series: "Innovator Stories: Creating Something from Nothing" [Health and Medicine] [Business] [Show ID: 23925]
His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama describes how to reduce one’s anger toward adversaries and instead, find compassion for them. This excerpt is from “Cultivating Peace and Justice,” a lecture he gave at the University of San Diego as part of the Compassion Without Borders series in April, 2012. Series: "UCTV Prime cuts" [Humanities] [Show ID: 23877]
His Holiness the Dalai Lama joins esteemed scientists Richard Somerville and Veerabhadran Ramanathan at UC San Diego to discuss the need for humanitarian values and universal responsibility in responding to the impacts of climate change on communities and ecosystems. This lecture is part of the Dalai Lama’s “Compassion without Borders” symposium in San Diego. Series: "Compassion Without Borders: Science, Peace, Ethics with the Dalai Lama" [Public Affairs] [Humanities] [Science] [Show ID: 23963]
His Holiness the Dalai Lama engages with Larry Hinman of the University of San Diego, V.S. Ramachandran of UC San Diego and Jennifer Thomas of San Diego State University in a scientific and philosophical discussion of human consciousness. This is the final event of the Dalai Lama’s “Compassion Without Borders” tour sponsored by San Diego’s three largest universities. Series: "Dalai Lama" [Public Affairs] [Humanities] [Science] [Show ID: 23653]
Does stress speed up the aging process at a genetic level? Our cells are constantly aging. When cell divide some telomere is lost but if it becomes too short, that cell can no longer replicate and eventual dies. Elissa Epel, UCSF department of psychiatry, explores the affects of stress and emotions on the process of telomere shortening. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 23204]
From Alexander Technique and Body-Mind Centering to Zero Balancing, learn more about different techniques to support optimum health. Marcia Degelman, CMT and Paula Koepke, MA, CMT, present a lively and informative discussion and provide a hands-on demonstration of some techniques.
Series: "Integrative Medicine Today" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 23406]
Mind-body skills and self-regulation can provide great benefit to children who suffer from headache or migraines, digestive upset, anxiety, procedure-related pain, chronic pain, bed-wetting or other chronic conditions. Dr. David Becker, UCSF Pediatrics, discusses how mind-body approaches can benefit children across different developmental stages, from infancy to the teen years. In addition to reviewing some of the latest research, he provides tips on practical and day-to-day applications and addresses the importance of adjusting the technique to the child’s needs. Series: "Integrative Medicine Today" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 22854]
Margaret Chesney, Director of the UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Medicine, explores the role women can play in maintenance of optimal well-being. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 21979]
Dr. Grace Kuo discusses the personalized care each prescription represents in the emerging world of pharmacogenomics, and how your genetic makeup influences the efficacy of each drug you take. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31223]
Dr. Daphne Miller is a family physician and author. For over a decade, her clinical work and writing have focused on the balance and interplay between nature, traditional healing and western medical interventions. She discusses how to improve our diets and our lives. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 20220]
Learn how to build mental and physical resilience when managing the stress of everyday life with UCSF’s Elissa Epel. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 20219]
How can we stay positive when competing demands and time pressure can impact everything from how our immune system functions, to whether or not we exercise, to the interactions we have with each other, and even to every breath we take? Our improved understanding of the relationship between behavior, physiology and disease development provides the rationale for integrative approaches that empower people for more mindful and effective navigation in today’s world. UCSF’s Dr. Margaret Chesney presents some of the current research on mind-body interventions and provides strategies to help enhance health and well-being. Series: "Healthy Living" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 19383]
Marcia Degelman, Certified Massage Therapist and Integrative Medicine Practitioner at UCSF’s Osher Center, discusses how the relaxation response is the opposite of the body’s stress response. Learn about body-centered progressive relaxation and guided visualization to experience some of the benefits of conscious relaxation. Series: "Integrative Medicine Today" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 18750]
Physician, author, speaker, researcher, and consultant Martin L. Rossman, MD, discusses how to use the power of the healing mind to reduce stress and anxiety, relieve pain, change lifestyle habits, and live with more wellness. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 17631]
Dr. Paul Lam, a practicing physician and Tai Chi master for more than 30 years, provides an overview of the ancient art of Tai Chi, and discusses the scientific evidence for its health benefits. Series: "Integrative Medicine Today" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 17600]
The wide array of mind-body therapies has been reported to positively influence physical health. Dr. Kevin Barrows is founder and director of mindfulness programs at the UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Medicine, where he helps patients to cope with the stress of everyday life and the stress of illness. He explores the art and science of mind-body medicine. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 17627]
Anne Krantz, a UCSF Clinical Psychologist and Dance Therapist explores the healing properties of dance. Dr. Krantz discusses her work using the art of dance for creative transformation, as patients revitalize, express, and renew confidence in their bodies to address physical, emotional and spiritual challenges of cancer. Series: "Integrative Medicine Today" [Health and Medicine] [Arts and Music] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 17358]