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Oct 30
52m 54s

The Power of Nature in Health and Longev...

Gladden Longevity Podcast
About this episode

In this episode of the Gladden Longevity Podcast, Dr. Jeffrey Gladden speaks with Dr. Dick Thom, a dentist turned naturopath, about the profound impact of self-care, nature, and nutrition on longevity and health. They explore the importance of understanding one's temperament in relation to diet, the necessity of variety in nutrition, and the critical role of sleep hygiene and stress management. The conversation also delves into the lymphatic system's function in detoxification and the influence of thoughts and emotions on overall health.

 

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Takeaways

·       Self-care is essential for maintaining health and longevity.

·       Nature plays a crucial role in our well-being.

·       Understanding your temperament can guide dietary choices.

·       Variety in nutrition is key to optimal health.

·       Sleep hygiene is critical for recovery and rejuvenation.

·       Managing stress is vital for overall health.

·       Breathing techniques can help calm the nervous system.

·       Hydration is essential for cellular health.

·       The lymphatic system is crucial for detoxification.

·       Emotional health significantly impacts physical health.

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Longevity and Health Perspectives

04:34 The Evolution of Health Issues Over Decades

07:04 The Importance of Self-Care and Daily Routines

09:58 Grounding and Connection with Nature

12:53 Understanding Diet Through Temperament

15:35 The Role of Variety in Nutrition

17:40 Sleep Hygiene and Its Impact on Health

21:13 Managing Stress and Nervous System Health

25:02 Breathing Techniques for Better Health

30:05 The Power of Breath and Self-Soothing

32:38 Hydration and Cellular Health

35:41 The Importance of Nature and Negative Ions

39:56 The Role of Movement in Lymphatic Health

42:00 Understanding the Lymphatic System

46:00 The Impact of Trauma on Health

 

To learn more about Dr. Dick Thom:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/waldemarfranco/?hl=en
Website: https://wildflowmethod.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/waldemar.franco.9/

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The Gladden Longevity Podcast and Age Hackers are produced by Gladden Longevity Podcast, which operates independently from Dr. Jeffrey Gladden's clinical practice and research at Gladden Longevity in Irving, Texas.

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