Optimistic Realist MD: Recent Episodes
James Leu
This podcast is a journey for us to rediscover the humanism behind medicine which hopefully will help renew everyone’s motivation to take back control and strive towards better health.
Have you ever wondered who the physician scientists are who help discover new therapies or information necessary for the advancement of medicine? In this podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Utpal Pajvani regarding the possible underlying causes of obesity, diabetes, and fatty liver disease. We also discussed the importance of healthy living and strategies to get you on the right track.
Originally filmed: December 6th, 2020
Dr. Leu and Nick discuss what chemicals in the body constitute as hormones, how hormones are regulated, and how endocrine-disrupting chemicals can interfere with normal hormone function.
Originally filmed: July 18th, 2020
Dr. Leu and Nick discuss the function of the thyroid gland, tips to maintain a healthy thyroid, and basics about thyroid disease.
Originally Filmed: June 27th, 2020
During this first in person recording, Nick and Dr. Leu discuss the worsening obesity epidemic and discuss possible lifestyle strategies to help combat it.
Originally filmed: May 31st, 2020
Dr. Leu and Nick discuss a quote by Brené Brown and discuss personal revelations and transformations during this dark period to emerge stronger after the pandemic.
Originally Filmed: April 30th, 2020
Kristy and Nick discuss the different aspects of exercise including: how you should choose your exercise, how much exercise is too much, and the importance of pairing exercise with meditation and nutrition.
Originally filmed: April 24th, 2020
Dr. Jennie Luna discusses the struggle with starting and maintaining healthy lifestyle changes and strategies to help overcome it.
Originally filmed: April 16th, 2020
In this video, Dr. Leu and Nick revealed their strategies at staying fit, relaxed, and in control during this difficult period. They discussed topics including meditation, exercise, nutrition and sleep to maintain good health. They also discussed using this time to master new skills to help promote self growth. Originally filmed: April 7th, 2020
Get the perspective of the COVID-19 pandemic from the view of a third grader and discover what school at home is like during isolation. Originally filmed: April 6th, 2020
The hosts, Dr. James Leu and Nick Link, discuss the challenges of the current medical system. Nick discusses his struggles with his medical condition and his journey towards acceptance. NOTE: This video is filmed via an online meeting, so therefore, microphone quality is not as best as it will be in future episodes. Originally filmed: April 5th, 2020