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Almost everyone who practices yoga has experienced and emotional release or even a breakthrough in class—it just happens. But what if there were a way to actively encourage that type of release with more predictability? What if there were a way to created a safe, simple, and controlled stress release response at the end of each class? On this week's Yoga Talk Show, you'll meet yoga trainer, Maria Alfaro, who integrates Trauma and Tension Releasing Exercises (TRE) with traditional yoga classes to create something called, Neurogenic Yoga. For yoga students looking for a new and unique way to release long-held tension, this is a remarkable practice that can be learned quickly and practiced nearly anywhere. ------------ Listen & Learn: How self-induced therapeutic tremors can cause massive breakthroughs in your practice and your life How trauma can get stored in the brain stem (not cortex) Why you could never by physically in pain during practice Why emotionally, you should always feel "in control" How tremors can access and sooth the brain stem ABOUT OUR GUEST Maria Alfaro is from Italy and lives Santa Cruz, California. She has over 26 years yoga experience in Iyengar, Ashtanga and Forrest Yoga and has been teaching since 1997. Maria was trained in TRE™ by its founder, Dr. David Berceli, in 2004 and she has been teaching his method ever since. She also has a background in martial arts, reiki, massage, and meditation. Nutritional Tip of the Week: Fruit Juice Links & References from the Show: TRE Neurogenic Yoga Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: New Year's Yoga Retreat in Barcelona Your Best Year Ever! This is a total immersion yoga retreat set in Barcelona. Your days will be filled with yoga practice, nutrition lectures, breathing workshops, posture clinics and outdoor adventures; and you'll also have plenty of time each day to explore the beautiful city of Barcelona on your own or with your fellow students. Learn More

Chronic inflammation is a precursor to a myriad of diseases and illness, and the foods and lifestyle choices we're making are largely at fault. Perhaps the biggest challenge with inflammation is you cannot see it, so it can be a "silent killer," wreaking havoc without you even aware of what's going on. This week's guest on the Yoga Talk Show hopes to change all that—and more. ------------ Listen & Learn: Why internal inflammation can contribute (or even cause) weight gain, aging and disease How a simple and cheap C-Reactive Protein test can tell you if this is a problem or not How some of the most common foods create a negative reaction inside our bodies Why arthritis, skin problems, and digestive issues might be linked to chronic inflammation There are two types of inflammation: chronic and short-term/acute How your microbiome health is crucial to your health Why you should avoid Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs and antibiotics ABOUT OUR GUEST Kellyann Petrucci is a weight-loss and natural anti-aging transformation expert. She has a private practice in the Birmingham, Michigan area and is a concierge doctor for celebrities in New York City and Los Angeles. She is a board-certified naturopathic physician and a certified nutrition consultant. You might have seen her on The Doctors, Dr. Oz, and other television news programs. She is the driving force behind the website DrKellyann.com, and has authored six books for John Wiley & Sons. Nutritional Tip of the Week: Nut Milks Links & References from the Show: Find a Functional Doctor Dr. Kellyann's Site Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Liquid Energy B If you're a vegetarian, live a high-stress lifestyle and/or are over 50 years of age, there's a very good chance you need to supplement with vitamin B12. B12 is one of the few vitamins that our body doesn't produce on its own. If you don't eat or supplement with B12, you will develop a deficiency that could lead to anemia, nerve damage, mood and mental health problems. Learn More

By 2050, we'll have 9 billion people on the planet, and we cannot feed them with chicken, pigs, cows, wheat, soy, and corn. The food system that got us to where we are today is now destroying our planet and threatens our health; so we need to seek out nutritious, ethical and sustainable food that scales globally. Enter: edible insects. A crick can be as much as 20x's more efficient in terms of water, land, and resources than its equivalent in beef protein, and there are thousands of other insects that are edible to choose from. At scale, insects are cheap, easy-to-grow, bio-diverse, and whether convenient or not, they are the future of food. On this week's Yoga Talk Show, Lucas Rockwood talks with insect food bar manufactures to get a deeper understanding of the next phase of mass food production. ------------ ABOUT BÚI & STEFAN Búi Bjarmar Aðalsteinsson studied psychology at the University of Iceland, product design (BA) at the Iceland Academy of Arts and the National Art Academy in Oslo (MA, Kunsthøgskolen i Oslo). Bui has mostly specialized in design related food production. His design is characterized by the breakup of traditional processing methods with the aim of creating new knowledge and increasing sustainability. Stefan Atli Thoroddsen joined Bui in the founding of a company specialized in insect production. His background is in business and marketing. Nutritional Tip of the Week: Brown Rice Links & References from the Show: Jungle Bar: Use 'YOGABODY' coupon code for 25% off UN Report on Edible Insects Little Herds Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: The Yoga Trapeze Stand Finally… a simple way to setup your Yoga Trapeze anywhere, anytime. The Yoga Trapeze Stand can be setup in minutes, supports up to 600 lbs, and is perfect for backyard practice, parks, indoor and outdoor use. We have yoga studios that set up in their lobbies and even festivals that setup Yoga Trapeze Stands in booths. If you've seen our breathtaking videos and photoshoots in Barcelona, you've no-doubt seen our Yoga Trapeze Stand in action; and the good news is we've perfected the design and reduced the production costs so it's now more affordable than ever to have your own Yoga Trapeze Stand. Learn More

How many people do you know who live stress-free lives without any tension or trauma? Let me guess: none! Stress, tension and even "soft trauma" are part of all our lives, and the tools most of us have to deal with these issues are limited at best. A dedicated yoga practice can offer great help, but there are new and innovative ways to balance your nervous system and release neurological tension. In this week's Yoga Talk Show, you'll meet Dr. David Berceli, creator of Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE), a very powerful way to use controlled tremors to overcome inner conflict. ------------ Listen & Learn: How Dr. Berceli teaches 7 poses to incite a controlled tremor response The difference between a neurological and psychological trauma Neurophysiology: how your mind impacts your body and body your mind Why trauma can arise from any over-stimulation to the nervous system What we can learn from the animal kingdom about shaking and tremors ABOUT DAVID BERCELI David Berceli, Ph.D. is an international expert in the areas of trauma intervention and conflict resolution. He is the creator of Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE). David has spent over twenty years providing trauma relief workshops and designing recovery programs for international organizations around the world. He has lived and worked extensively in Israel/Palestine, Sudan, Uganda, Kenya, Yemen, Egypt, and Lebanon. Nutritional Tip of the Week: Bulletproof Coffee Links & References from the Show: Trauma Prevention Neurogenic Yoga Got Questions? Write to us [email protected]

Advanced yoga students come in all shapes and sizes around the world, but the one thing they all share in common is a commitment to self-practice. In order to achieve mastery at any skill whether yoga or chess, at-home study is a must; but the problem is that most students struggle with motivation and follow-through. There are more video classes, practice tips and tools than ever before in history, and yet at-home practice is just as challenging as ever. So what do you do? In this week's Yoga Talk Show, Lucas shares his personal tips and tricks for taking yoga from a "here and there" practice to a total lifestyle shift. He'll give you simple strategies for integrating your practice in all aspects of your life, from morning to night. ------------ Listen & Learn: Why morning or evening are usually the best "practice times" Why 30-minutes per day might make more sense than an hour How to bookend your day with breathing Simple online tools for accountability, community and support Nutritional Tip of the Week: Intermittent Fasting - should you give it a go? Links & References from the Show: Yoga Teachers College Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Teachers College The Yoga Teachers College combines new technology and age-old apprenticeship to deliver a level of education previously unavailable anywhere. We train students not just teach, but to become local business leaders in the mind-body wellness industry Learn More

It's estimated that 80% of the population will suffer from back pain at some point in their life—and most people are left frustrated and confused about how to actually heal. Should you take medications? Get physical therapy? See a chiropractor? On this week's Yoga Talk Show, you'll meet "Spondy" researcher, Justin Adkins. Spondylolisthesis is a serious spinal injury where a vertebra shifts forward causing pain, inflammation, and often radiating nerve problems. While there is no one-size-fits-all cure for Spondy or any other back pain problem, there is a framework for healing that can really help. JUSTIN ADKINS Justin is a certified strength and conditioning coach through the NSCA. He is also certified by USA Weightlifting and the Functional Movement Screen. He has trained and helped countless athletes from the youth to the professional level achieve their performance goals and return from various injuries. Like the tens of thousands of people each year, Justin was also diagnosed with Spondylolisthesis as a teenager. Justin became his own first client to deal with his own condition, and now helps thousands of people through his website: www.Spondyinfo.com ------------ Listen & Learn: Why spondylolysis is often a precursor spondylolisthesis How spondy is an anterior movement of a vertebra Why doctors are often pain-removal focused (whereas you might be full-function focused) Why you need to commit to a daily healing practice, even if just for 10-15 minutes Nutritional Tip of the Week: Acid Alkaline - friend or foe? Links & References from the Show: SpondyInfo Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Trapeze The Yoga Trapeze is the most powerful, at-home yoga inversion tool ever created. Hang inside your house from a doorway, ceiling hooks, or outside from a beam, bar or swing set. Setup is fast and simple, results are immediate. The Yoga Trapeze will change your backbends for forever by creating traction in your spine… less pain and more flexibility with balanced upper body and core strength. Learn More

The benefits of yoga practice are at least 50% nervous system related; and yet, most of the yoga world has completely forgotten your body's electrical system. The nervous system effects of yoga are what distinguish it from other movement modalities, and it's where much of the magic of practice is hidden. For decades, there has been a biofeedback tool called, Heart Rate Variability (HRV), that allowed scientists to sneak peek into patients autonomic nervous system. Today, thanks to cheap sensor technology and smart phones, anyone can test their HRV using a smart phone at home. Any serious yoga student should learn how to use HRV to quantify, track and better understand what's going on, electrically, inside them. Quantification is going to completely revolutionize mind-body wellness and the way we practice. On this week's Yoga Talk Show, you'll meet Marco Altini, PhD, a tech entrepreneur pioneering HRV applications for at-home use. About the Guest Marco is a data scientist, programmer, and has a PhD in applied Machine Learning. He leads data science at Bloomlife, a digital health startup focusing on helping expecting mothers have a healthy pregnancy. He's been developing apps since 2012, and has done a tone of work with Heart Rate Variability which is what we'll be discussing today. --------------------------------------------------------------- What You'll Learn: Why heart rate monitors simply give us an average heart rate per minute How beat-to-beat variances gives us a completely different picture of what's happening in our body—an insight into our nervous system How cheap, at-home sensor technology is changing the way we can monitor our own health Why breath pacing of 4-6 breaths per minute is ideal for most people to get into a high state of HRV Nutritional Tip of the Week: Tea vs Coffee Links & References from the Show: Marco Altini's Blog & Site Bloomlife Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Green Me Up! Super Green Drink Mix This formula will naturally give your drink or smoothie a sweet taste without the sugar! Check out our ingredients, they're awesome. All-natural, zero-calorie stevia in just the right amount gives this super mineral-dense powder it's flavor. For superfoods, we've got you covered with spirulina, barley grass juice extract, acerola, maca, chlorella, mesquite, rice bran, kelp, and stevia (for natural sweetness). Mix with water, blend with fruit, or stir into a green-chia gel, either way it tastes amazing!

USA Olympic swimmer, Michael Phelps made headlines this year with his black and blue marks all over this back during his races. Wonder what that was? It's a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) technique called, cupping, and it's believed to increase circulation, reduce inflammation and improve recovery time. Does it really work? Can Traditional Chinese Medicine help you? And what about acupuncture? If you're new to these practices, you'll love this week's Yoga Talk Show with Jennifer Dubowsky. About Jennifer Dubowsky: Jennifer Dubowsky is a licensed acupuncturist with a practice in downtown Chicago. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from University of Illinois in Chicago and a Masters in Oriental Medicine from Southwest Acupuncture College. Jennifer has researched and written many articles on Chinese medicine and has a popular blog. Her first book, Adventures in Chinese Medicine: Acupuncture, Herbs and Ancient Ideas for Today, was published and 2013 and is available on Amazon. She is a senior columnist for the Acupuncture Now Foundation, and you can learn more about her work at: www.tcm007.com --------------------------------------------------------------- What You'll Learn: Why Michael Phelps has black and blue marks all over his back How TCM works to restore balance of body and mind Why "dry needling" might mean "not qualified" How to find an TCM doctor at www.NCCAOM.org Nutritional Tip of the Week: How to use cilantro for mercury detoxification? Links & References from the Show: Jennifer Dubowsky's Blog & Site Jennifer's Facebook & Twitter Chinese Medicine Basics Understanding Acupuncture What is Cupping? Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Liquid Energy-B Back in Stock! If you're a vegetarian, live a high-stress lifestyle and/or are over 50 years of age, there's a very good chance you need to supplement with vitamin B12. B12 is one of the few vitamins that our body doesn't produce on its own. If you don't eat or supplement with B12, you will develop a deficiency that could lead to anemia, nerve damage, mood and mental health problems. Now available here: Liquid Energy-B

What is your "Gut IQ?" Is your gut a genius or a fool? Your gut is home to over 3lbs of bacteria, both good and bad. Your gastrointestinal health is crucial for the digestion and absorption of nutrients, your immune system, and even neurotransmitter production – but many people suffer from chronic gas, bloating, irregular bowels, and inflammation. Anyone concerned with holistic health must start with the gut, so on this week's Yoga Talk Show, Dr. Chaudhary will point you in the right direction. About Dr. Chaudary: Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary is a medical doctor, an integrative neuroscientist, and an expert in Ayurvedic medicine. She successfully developed a system to manage chronic neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease and migraine headaches, by incorporating changes in diet, behavior, and stress, in addition to the standard allopathic approaches. Dr. Chaudhary is a regular guest on the Dr. Oz show, and her new book, The Prime: Prepare and Repair Your Body for Spontaneous Weight Loss is available on Amazon.com. ------------ Listen & Learn: Why your immunity is directly related to your gut health Why white coating on your tongue in the morning can be a sign of poor gut health How triphala can help heal your digestive tract How Ayurveda can help anyone with gut health, weight loss, and whole body health Why probiotics can make some people feel great and others feel sick Nutritional Tip of the Week: Prebiotics: How do they differ from Probiotics and why are they important? Links & References from the Show: The Prime Club Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Teachers College The Yoga Teachers College combines new technology and age-old apprenticeship to deliver a level of education previously unavailable anywhere. We train students not just teach, but to become local business leaders in the mind-body wellness industry Now accepting applications for January 2017: www.YogaTeachersCollege.com

In any health conversation, one of the most-common things discussed is: "So where do you get your protein?" This is not a bad question, but it's not exactly the right question either. Protein is a real concern for everyone navigating our modern food system, but there are better questions to ask to achieve optimal health. In this week's Yoga Talk Show, Lucas shares new ways to think about protein and make choices in your own life that you'll notice right away. ------------ Listen & Learn: Why the "complete protein" myth does more harm than good Why percentage-based protein numbers confuse most people How to determine your baseline protein needs Why protein deficiency is extremely rare, but imbalance is common Real concerns for you and our world food system in regards to protein Nutritional Tip of the Week: Sodium Intake Recommendations Links & References from the Show: 10 Plant Based Proteins Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: The Yoga Trapeze is the #1 most popular yoga inversion sling in the world, and both our September and January teacher training courses are completely sold out. Good news! We've just opened up April 2017 for applications, and so this is an opportunity for you to gain the professional skills and confidence needed to teach professionally this exciting new style of yoga. Applications and information available here: Yoga Trapeze Teacher Training

Have you ever sneezed and accidentally peed your pants? Have you (or someone you know) suffered from a distended abdomen after pregnancy? Did you know that many women, even women who have never given birth are suffering from prolapse—and that it affects men too? Pelvic floor dysfunction is a huge problem affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. Our modern life encourages weakness, tightness, and imbalanced tissues of the pelvic floor, and the side effects can be life-altering and detrimental to your health. On this week's Yoga Talk Show, you'll learn how to reverse it naturally with Hypopressive Exercises. ------------ About the Guest Trista Zinn is the founder of Coreset Fitness. She is a personal trainer who specializes in pelvic health and core re-programming. She's Canada's master trainer in HYPOPRESSIVE® Low Pressure Fitness. She has been in the fitness industry for over 25 years and after being diagnosed with stage 2 prolapse (many years after childbirth), a condition she was told she'd need surgery to correct, she learned the Hypopressive approach to healing and became her own first student. ------------ Listen & Learn: Why 50% or more of women will experience incontinence, prolapse, diastasis recti or other pelvic floor dysfunctions at some point in their life Why traditional ab exercises can often make it worse Why breathing is foundation for pelvic floor health How Hypopressive Low Pressure Exercise can help reverse chronic conditions Nutritional Tip of the Week: What is the best kind of vinegar to use? Links & References from the Show: Coreset Fitness Low Pressure Fitness Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: New Year's Yoga Retreat in Barcelona Your Best Year Ever! This is a total immersion yoga retreat set in Barcelona. Your days will be filled with yoga practice, nutrition lectures, breathing workshops, posture clinics and outdoor adventures; and you'll also have plenty of time each day to explore the beautiful city of Barcelona on your own or with your fellow students.

Many yoga teachers will tell you that their class is for everyone - all sizes, ages, backgrounds, and genders - and yet the actual students that turn up to class tell a different story. They tend to be a very similar group of people. In most parts of the world, women represent 70-90% of the yoga communities, and this puts off some men from staring, and it's frustrating to some men who love the practice. Where are all the guys in yoga? In this week's Yoga Talk Show we address the somewhat controversial topic of gender and fitness preferences. -------- About the Guest Dean Pohlman founded Man Flow Yoga in college in order to promote yoga with guys. After experiencing huge benefits himself from yoga, he wanted to make the practice more accessible to men, athletes, and physical fitness-minded individuals. Dean took out the Sanskrit and the meditation and inserted terminology that is familiar to people with sports backgrounds. Instead of focusing on the more spiritual side of yoga, he focuses entirely on the physical aspects. --------- Listen & Learn: How masculine people often prefer solo practice and feminine people often prefer group classes Why removing religious and spiritual undertones from yoga classes might be the best way to show respect for diversity How athletes can benefit from yoga and how yoga students can benefit from athleticism Why the future of yoga needs to be more inclusive Nutritional Tip of the Week: Eating Essential Oils? Links & References from the Show: Man Flow Yoga Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Hot Yoga Teacher Training "Teach Hot Yoga, Inspire Students, Change Lives!" TAKE THE NEXT STEP! Join Absolute Yoga's 200-Hour Hot Yoga Alliance accredited course in beautiful Koh Samui, Thailand. This training is for: Serious students who want to teach Passionate yoga practitioners Students who want to share hot yoga with the world Extremely small class sizes, huge teaching team, dedicated training facility! Next course starts in October! Learn More

We often think of "exercise" as the yoga class after work, the morning job, or a weightlifting session. But there are many more ways to exercise, and one way often overlooked is Corrective Exercise, or the fitness practices designed specifically to correct weakness, tightness and imbalance in the body. On this week's Yoga Talk Show, you'll learn about simple self-care techniques that can make a huge difference in your health. ------------ About the Guest Brendan won World and National Collegiate powerlifting championships during his studies and went on to attain his Corrective Exercise Specialty from The National Academy of Sports Medicine. Brendan invented Posture PT back support that launched on Kickstarter recently. He is a practicing meditator under guidance of Sadhguru of the Isha Foundation, schooled in classical yoga and mysticism. ------------ Listen & Learn: Why Correct Exercise is a great choice for healing injuries Why stronger rather than gentler rehab routines might just be the best choice Why tight hip flexors can cause lower back pain What "autogenic inhibition" is and how it can help you with corrective exercise self-care How "the couch stretch" can help counteract the effects of chronic sitting How "the doorway stretch" can help open your upper body Why 1 minute of mobility per 30 minutes of sitting can make a huge difference Nutritional Tip of the Week: Are there any good store bought Salad Dressings? Links & References from the Show: Posture PT Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Information from the Show: Lucas´ Teaching Schedule

Yoga students invest hours on functional flexibility, strength, and mobility, but the moment they leave the studio, most lace up restrictive footwear. Modern shoes squish your toes, damage your arches, and contribute to dysfunctional movement patterns leading to chronic pain and injury upstream including: knee pain, back and hip pain. The solution? You need to learn about minimal shoes. On this week's Yoga Talk Show, Lucas meets with Steve Perna of Lems Shoes, a niche manufacturer and innovator in the minimal footwear scene to learn about the why and the how behind this type of shoe. Steve Perna is one of the early team members at Boulder, Colorado-based Lems Shoes, and currently heads up wholesale distribution. Lems Shows was founded in 2011 and creates YOGABODY-recommended active, office, and casual footwear. -------------- Listen & Learn: What the terms "zero drop" and a "wide toe box" mean, and why you should insist on them in your shoes Why you might need to transition into minimal footwear starting with just a couple hours of use per day Why it's normal to experience some foot pain during your transition to minimal Why your walking and running gate might feel goofy at first Nutritional Tip of the Week: How much salt is too much? Links & References from the Show: Lems Shoes Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Green Me Up! Super Green Drink Mix This formula will naturally give your drink or smoothie a sweet taste without the sugar! Check out our ingredients, they're awesome. All-natural, zero-calorie stevia in just the right amount gives this super mineral-dense powder it's flavor. For superfoods, we've got you covered with spirulina, barley grass juice extract, acerola, maca, chlorella, mesquite, rice bran, kelp, and stevia (for natural sweetness). Mix with water, blend with fruit, or stir into a green-chia gel, either way it tastes amazing!

You might think of yoga and the military as polar opposites, but the rigor of military training and a dedicated yoga practice actually have a lot in common. According to former Seal Commander, Mark Divine, the Seals training is a type of yoga training itself. As a former Seal, a lifelong student of Martial Arts, and an accomplished yoga student, Mark has created a warrior-based style of yoga he calls, Kokoro Yoga, whose principals he'll share with you on this week's show. Mark Divine is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Amazon best-selling author of five books including Kokoro Yoga: Maximize Your Human Potential and Develop the Spirit of a Warrior--the SEALfit Way. Mark finished as the #1 trainee of his SEAL BUDS class, served 9 years on active duty, and completed 11 years as a Reserve Seal retiring as Commander in 2011. ----------------------- Listen & Learn: Why you need to "embrace the suck" of practice to get benefits How yoga can (and should) be adapted to your personal needs that change as you age Why personal practice can appeal to more masculine-oriented people The strengths and weaknesses of Ashtanga Yoga Why recovery and rest can be the most-challenging to learn Nutritional Tip of the Week: What is the best sweetener to keep in the kitchen? Links & References from the Show: SEALfit Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Hurts So Good Massage Balls Hurts So Good Massage Balls allow you to release tension, break up sliding surface dysfunctions, and improve circulation in and around your muscles and tendons, ligaments, and fascia. In our modern lives, our movement patterns tend to be very habitual. We sit, stand, drive, and walk; but we often lack the dynamic range of motion that our bodies are designed for. And the result? You end up stiff and sore… I'm a huge fan of all types of bodywork including massage, acupuncture, and chiropractic care; but realistically, this is not something you can do every day or even every week. Due financial and time limitations, most people can only meet one-on-one with a body worker a few times per year, and that's rarely enough to really affect change. The solution? Self-massage.

We spend a third of our lives asleep, but most people treat sleep and dream states like second rate citizens of consciousness, always given the back seat to waking states. On this week's Yoga Talk Show, you'll learn how yoga and mindful sleep go hand-in-hand, and why serious yoga students should learn to zonk out like a pro. Andrew Holecek is an author, spiritual teacher, and humanitarian. As a long-time student of Buddhism that he teaches with a contemporary perspective – blending the ancient wisdom of the East with modern knowledge from the West. He is the author of three books, The Power and the Pain: Transforming Spiritual Hardship into Joy, Preparing to Die: Practical Advice and Spiritual Wisdom from the Tibetan Buddhist Perspective, and Dream Yoga: The Tibetan Path of Awakening Through Lucid Dreaming. ----------------------- Listen & Learn: How your diurnal practices (waking state) set the stage for good or poor sleep Why you need to develop a lucid relationship to your waking consciousness before you'll be able to consistently lucid dream How to appreciate and nurture hypnagogic (just before sleep) and hypnopompic (just before waking) states How napping can be a great way to induce lucid dreams How to Have Wake Induced Lucid Dreams (WILDs) How "dreamlets" of 10 seconds or also very powerful Best practices for sleep hygiene: stone-cold sober, clean, empty belly, mindful/meditation/prayer/gratitude practice, darkroom, no screen time, lie on right side (sleeping lion mudra, same as Buddha death), galantamine supplement Why serious yoga students need to be careful not to become a "state junkie" hopping from one peak state experience to the next Nutritional Tip of the Week: Do we need to take supplements? Links & References from the Show: Andrew Holecek Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: New Year's Yoga Retreat in Barcelona Your Best Year Ever! This is a total immersion yoga retreat set in Barcelona. Your days will be filled with yoga practice, nutrition lectures, breathing workshops, posture clinics and outdoor adventures; and you'll also have plenty of time each day to explore the beautiful city of Barcelona on your own or with your fellow students.

Dr. Sarah Ellis Duvall is a physiotherapist specializing in core work, pelvic floor, functional movement, and injury prevention and healing. A former division I athlete, Dr. Duvall has been working with athletes, moms, office works and everyone in-between to help them find balance and heal their bodies. If you ask anyone who is into health and fitness, core strength is usually top on their list of priorities. But what is core strength, anyway? Is that six-pack abs? Does it mean you can do 300 crunches? On this week's Yoga Talk Show, you'll meet physiotherapist, Dr. Sarah Ellis Duvall, who will demystify core strength and help you understand many of the nagging conditions that result from a week and imbalanced core. ---------- Listen & Learn: Why head and chin position is foundational for proper posture which leads to core strength and stability Why pelvic floor tone is a follower not a leader, meaning you need to sort out your movement patterns to best affect change Why tight and weak are usually the enemy while flexible and strong are usually the treatment Why we must have basic, functional fitness capacity such as the ability to do a push-up, pull-up, and squat Why Kegals and Mula Bandha can be the wrong choice for some people Nutritional Tip of the Week: Soy Sauce Links & References from the Show: Core Exercise Solutions Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: New Year's Yoga Retreat in Barcelona Your Best Year Ever! This is a total immersion yoga retreat set in Barcelona. Your days will be filled with yoga practice, nutrition lectures, breathing workshops, posture clinics and outdoor adventures; and you'll also have plenty of time each day to explore the beautiful city of Barcelona on your own or with your fellow students.

When it comes to flexibility, most people fall into 3 main categories: those who have always been flexible and think it's no big deal (dancers, gymnasts, random outliers); those who have always been stiff and assume they can't change; and lastly, those rare individuals who have truly transformed their bodies. On this week's Yoga Talk Show, we debunk the myths around flexibility so you can address your stiff hips, hamstrings and spine in an intelligent way and have a simple roadmap to practice . ------------- Listen & Learn: Why flexibility training should supplement (not replace) whatever movement or exercise you're doing now Why flexibility training should happen after (not before) all other forms of training How to use nose-to-mouth breathing to down-regulated your nervous system and improve results Why passive stretches are most effective for training flexibility How your nervous system plays a key role in mobility Yoga Practice Tip of the Week: How to: Reverse Prayer Links & References from the Show: Flexibility Kit Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Hurts So Good Massage Balls! Hurts So Good Massage Balls allow you to release tension, break up sliding surface dysfunctions, and improve circulation in and around your muscles and tendons, ligaments, and fascia. In our modern lives, our movement patterns tend to be very habitual. We sit, stand, drive, and walk; but we often lack the dynamic range of motion that our bodies are designed for. And the result? You end up stiff and sore… The Solution? Hurts So Good Massage Balls: Relieve tight muscles knots, aches and pains any time, on your own Improve blood flow to targeted areas for nourishment and elimination of waste Release and relieve compressed nerves such as carpel tunnel and sciatica Assist in scar tissue elasticity and correct healing

Kimberly Johnson is a yoga teacher trainer, Rolfer, women's health care advocate, mother, and doula. Much of her most recent work focuses on postpartum care. She's the author of the soon-to-be released book, The Fourth Trimester: A New Mother's Guide to Healing Your Body, Balancing Your Emotions, and Restoring Your Vitality. Motherhood is more complex than ever with women attempting to juggle career, family, and their own health often without the support of family or community that has been so much a part of the human experience up until recent times. To make things more challenging, pop-health images of pregnant moms with their baby bumps dead-lifting huge weight or doing handstands on the beach only add to the pressures on moms to try to be everything. On this week's Yoga Talk Show, Kimberly Johnson shares her personal and professional experience working with both expecting moms and new moms on their own health. ---------------- Listen & Learn: Why WHO research suggests a 8-12% C-section rate to be appropriate while USA has 32% rate and countries like China and Brazil have rates as high as 80% Why postpartum care is practically non-existent How rest is the secret ingredient missing from pre- and post-partum care How it came to be that non-mothers have become authorities on yoga for pregnancy Simple self-care and mindset shifts for mums-to-be and moms today Yoga Practice Tip of the Week: How to: Box Splits Links & References from the Show: You can find her work online at: www.KajYoga.com or www.Magamama.com Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Trapeze Teachers Course, Yoga Teachers College and New Year's Retreat: Your Best Year Ever! First Ever Yoga Trapeze Teachers Training Course in Barcelona! The Yoga Teachers College combines new technology and age-old apprenticeship to deliver a level of education previously unavailable anywhere. We train students not just teach, but to become local business leaders in the mind-body wellness industry Now accepting applications: www.YogaTeachersCollege.com

Dr. Eric L. Zielinski ("Dr. Z") is a natural health care provider, chiropractor and researcher with the intent to educate, inspire and challenge people to live their potential. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Life University and is currently working on his Master of Public Health at Emory University in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Z's mission is to provide people with simple, evidence-based tools that they need to experience the Abundant Life, and today we're going to talk about essential oils specifically. Essential oils have exploded in popularity in recent years, particularly in the yoga community, but there is lots of controversy and confusion too. Should you ingest them or not? Is it ok to use them directly on the skin? Is it safe to use a diffuser to vaporize oils? On this week's show, Dr. Z shares his latest research and findings on essential oils along with some key advice and recommendations. --------------------------------------------------------------- Listen & Learn: How to use essential oil internally, how to use enteric coated capsules Why you should always dilute essential oils Why many plants are becoming extinct Why CBD/cannabis extract can be hexane or butane extracted Why fractionated coconut oil is the best choice for dilution Yoga Practice Tip of the Week: Does food have anything to do with flexibility? Links & References from the Show: Abundant Life Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: YOGABODY Facebook Group Join our YB Facebook Group and connect with me and other YB customers. Have questions, need to more information or simply want to chat, this is the place to do it. Follow the link and share whatever your heart desires! YB Facebook Group

Pop environmental wisdom teaches that a vegetarian diet is the most sustainable way of eating for the planet, but is this always true? What about in areas where crops are impossible to grow, but where grazing animals thrive? These are hot-button issues that require deep inquiry and have no simple answers. On this week's Yoga Talk Show, city slicker-turned-farmer, Diana Rodgers, shares her vision of a "return to nature" for a more sustainable and healthy planet. Diana is a "real food" Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, and Nutritional Therapy Practitioner living on a working organic farm west of Boston. She's an author and also the host of The Sustainable Dish Podcast and the mother of 2 kids. She speaks at universities and conferences internationally about nutrition and sustainability, social justice, animal welfare and food policy issues. Diana is a staff writer for Paleo Magazine. She contributes regularly to several blogs and her work has been featured in The Los Angeles Times, The Boston Globe, Outside Magazine, and Mother Earth News. --------------------------------------------------------------- Listen & Learn: Why "sustainability" refers to you, the environment, and the planet How eating a cow might be more ethical than eating kale Why traditional vegetarian diets are often dairy and grain heavy, the worst for both you and the planet Why soils needs animals and animals (like us) need soil How food systems are inherently complex Yoga Practice Tip of the Week: Handstands -- how to do them in the middle of the room? Links & References from the Show: Sustainable Dish Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Trapeze Teachers Course and Yoga Teachers College First Ever Yoga Trapeze Teachers Training Course in Barcelona! The Yoga Teachers College combines new technology and age-old apprenticeship to deliver a level of education previously unavailable anywhere. We train students not just teach, but to become local business leaders in the mind-body wellness industry Now accepting applications: www.YogaTeachersCollege.com

Most people claim "happiness" is one of their top priorities in life, but how many of us really take time to define what that means? Is it free time? Is it friends and family? Is it financial success? Humans have evolved with a brain hard-wired to avoid danger and threats to our personal safety above all else, but that is not the ideal mental model for a fulfilled life most would define as happy. For many people, their ideal of happiness goes against much of their hard-wired tendencies, so to achieve it, it requires serious thought, hard work, and deliberate lifestyle design. On this week's Yoga Talk Show, author, Raj Raghunathan, shares his research, teaching, and writing around happiness based on his career. Raj is an award-winning Professor of Marketing at the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas in Austin. Raj's work has appeared in leading marketing journals, and has been cited in several mass media outlets, including The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, Austin American Statesman, The Houston Chronicle, and Self Magazine. He is the author of a new book titled, "If You Are So Smart, Why Aren't You Happy?" ----------------------------- Listen & Learn: Why "what you're missing out on" might be causing unhappiness Why it's important to define happiness Why happiness is to be lighthearted but not at the cost of being cruel and a state of harmony (right now is good) Why you must prioritize happiness, go on a news fast, and a nature feast Why you should develop a spiritual attitude (that life is aligned, not benign or maligned) How default negativity can cause people to note dangers, and it's easy to get lost in this Yoga Practice Tip of the Week: Grip Strength - how to deal with wrist pain? Links & References from the Show: Happy Smarts Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Trapeze Teachers Course First Ever Yoga Trapeze Teachers Training Course in Barcelona! Here is what you get: A 50 hour course delivered in two forms - virtual e-learning and in person practice/teaching 25 hours are virtual e-learning, where you learn anatomy, physiology, everything you need to know as a Yoga Teacher 25 hours are in person - practice, teaching, setup and class organization everything you need to lead a 60 min Yoga Trapeze Class Groups of up to 20 people Now accepting applications: www.YogaTeachersCollege.com

We´ve been talking about the Future of Food and what our main food sources will be as the population increases, are mushrooms one of them? Are they important and can they benefit our health and well being when used as more than a staple food? On this week´s Yoga Talk Show, you will meet Jeff Chilton and we will discover the surprising nutritional facts and health benefits of mushrooms. Who knew that they are not just a pizza topping! Jeff Chilton studied ethno-mycology at the University of Washington and began working on a commercial mushroom farm in 1973—and mushrooms have been the focus of his career ever since. During the next 10 years he became the production manager, responsible for the cultivation of over 2 million pounds of agaricus mushrooms per year. He was also involved in the research and development of shiitake, oyster and enoki mushrooms which resulted in the earliest US fresh shiitake sales in 1978. His current company, Nammex, was founded in 1989 and produces source material for medicinal-grade nutritional formulas. --------------------------------------------------------------- Listen & Learn: Why you should be eating shiitake mushrooms regularly Why mushroom mycelium (rather than fruiting body) is not a great source for food or nutrition How poor quality supplements can be high in grains and starch Beta-glucans can make up to 25-60% of mushrooms (or almost none at all) Why "made in USA" is the worst choice How to test your product with iodine Whar are Triterpenes Why the majority of all mushrooms are grown in China—and certainly the best ones How to grow your mushrooms in dark spaces, light spaces, tree cuttings, and more Yoga Practice Tip of the Week: Flexibility Training Links & References from the Show: Nammex Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Teachers College The Yoga Teachers College combines new technology and age-old apprenticeship to deliver a level of education previously unavailable anywhere. We train students not just teach, but to become local business leaders in the mind-body wellness industry Now accepting applications for class #2: www.YogaTeachersCollege.com

Breathing has never been more popular in yoga, fitness, and mindfulness circles—but unfortunately, most people lump all breathing into one category assuming that it's all good. The reality is that different breathing practices have dramatically different effects on your body and nervous system. So before you breathe yourself into a frenzy, hold your breath for 3 minutes, or slow your respiration down to a stupor, it's worth digging into the science of what's really going on. --------------------------------------------------------------- What You'll Learn: How breath can either up-regulate, down regulate, or balance your nervous system Why many schools of breathing mistakenly teach one method as "the" method when the right breath practice depends on you and your situation The dangers of using extreme breathing practices while bathing, swimming or even while driving The differences between Wim Hof breath, Buteyko, most yogic breathing, and HRV balancing breath Yoga Practice Tip of the Week: Strength vs Flexibility - how do you find balance? Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Trapeze Teachers Course First Ever Yoga Trapeze Teachers Training Course in Barcelona! Here is what you get: A 50 hour course delivered in two forms - virtual e-learning and in person practice/teaching 25 hours are virtual e-learning, where you learn anatomy, physiology, everything you need to know as a Yoga Teacher 25 hours are in person - practice, teaching, setup and class organization everything you need to lead a 60 min Yoga Trapeze Class Groups of up to 20 people Now accepting applications: www.YogaTeachersCollege.com

You know you should sleep 7 to 8 hours per night, but do you really sleep that much? And when you do, is the quality of your sleep any good? Modern life makes pillow-time a huge challenge. Your cell phone on the nightstand emits blue light and EMF, your high glucose dessert after dinner leaves your hormones out of whack, and that glass of red wine you use to initially fall asleep will eventually backfire and keep you from achieving deep, restful sleep. With the best possible intentions, our sleep hygiene is often a mess. On this week's, Yoga Talk Show, Dr. Raj Dasgupta will help you learn how to improve both the quality and quantity of your sleep. You'll learn about common "sleep killers" in your lifestyle and environment, and the small action steps you can take to improve your sleep hygiene immediately. Dr. Raj Dasgupta is a Quadruple Board Certified Doctor. He's an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Southern California (USC) in the division of Pulmonary/Critical Care/Sleep Medicine. You may have seen him on television or published in numerous media. His mission is to educate patients, students and aspiring doctors to better patient care. --------------------------------------------------------------- What You'll Learn: Why sleep apnea is a huge and growing problem that can impact your weight, your mood, your hormones, and so much more Why N3 and REM sleep are so important (and often lacking) Why stimulus control is key to a good night sleep Why you should stop "clock watching" How alcohol helps you fall asleep but promises poor quality sleep Why blue light from screen time suppresses melatonin Why cognitive behavioral therapy is the cornerstone of stress management Why all sleep aids decrease respiration and should be used only when necessary Are electromagnetic fields (EMF) really an issue? Nutritional Tip of the Week: Best way to use Turmeric in the kitchen Links & References from the Show: Doctor Raj Dasgupta Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Teachers College The YOGABODY Teachers College combines new technology and age-old apprenticeship to deliver a level of education previously The YOGABODY Teachers College combines new technology and age-old apprenticeship to deliver a level of education previously unavailable anywhere. We train students not just teach, but to become local business leaders in the mind-body wellness industry Join the Early Notification List for First Application Preference: www.YogaTeachersCollege.com

We all want to live a life of adventure, purpose, and meaning - but that's easier said than done. With each passing year, our lives get more full, more stressful, and in many cases, more complicated. How do you carve out a unique path for yourself and really discover your life's purpose? On this week's, Yoga Talk Show, we explore the road less traveled and dissect the conventional in search of fulfillment. You'll meet, Chris Guillebeau, world traveler, writer, and non-conformist extraordinaire who will inspire you to live "a remarkable life in a conventional world" and to enjoy the trip as you search for a better, more fulfilling life. Chris Guillebeau is an entrepreneur, author, blogger and speaker. You might know him from The Art of Nonconformity blog and book. He organizes the annual World Domination Summit in Portland each year and his other inspiring books include The $100 Startup, The Happiness of Pursuit, and his newest book, Born For This. --------------------------------------------------------------- What You'll Learn: How Chris traveled to 193 countries How travel is for everyone (not just the wealthy) Why the path of non-conformity is perhaps the best path Me focus vs. service focus, which is better? Nutritional Tip of the Week: Is Green Tea REALLY good for you? Links & References from the Show: The Art of Nonconformity Q&A from the show: Vit D & Melatonin: don't take before bed Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: YOGABODY Facebook Group Join our YB Facebook Group and connect with me and other YB customers. Have questions, need to more information or simply want to chat, this is the place to do it. Follow the link and share whatever your heart desires! YB Facebook Group

If you want to start an argument among yoga students, just mention the phrase "hot yoga." Love it or hate it, Hot Yoga has spread across the globe faster than any other style—and there are solid health benefits that few people are aware of. As a yin to the yang that is Hot Yoga, cold therapy and cryotherapy are now the new new thing with ice baths and freezer chambers all over social media. But is heat really good for you? And what about cold? And why? On this week's Yoga Talk Show, Lucas dives into some of the latest research about the benefits and risks associated with heat and cold therapy for yoga students. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: both heat and cold therapy can be dangerous and even fatal. This is meant for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Never practice heat or cold therapy alone, and ideally practice under expert supervisions. --------------------------------------------------------------- What You'll Learn: Why sweating does release toxins How heat can help build muscle How heat and increase growth hormone How heat can improve sugar metabolism How cold can trigger norepinephrine Why cold is not always a smart choice Nutritional Tip of the Week: Are black beans a good source of protein? Links & References from the Show: Nickel, Copper, Zinc, and Lead Arsenic & Lead Phthalates (DEHP and MEHP) [1] [2] Reduced heart attack risk (23%-48%) – 2300 Finnish men Increased anti-oxidant system of the body Improved Lipid Profile (lowers LDL and triglycerides)[1][2] Increased Endurance Performance (red blood cells and plasma up) Human Growth Hormone 100-500% increase Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Teachers College The YOGABODY Teachers College combines new technology and age-old apprenticeship to deliver a level of education previously The YOGABODY Teachers College combines new technology and age-old apprenticeship to deliver a level of education previously unavailable anywhere. We train students not just teach, but to become local business leaders in the mind-body wellness industry Join the Early Notification List for First Application Preference: www.YogaTeachersCollege.com

Many of us go to great lengths and great expense to obtain organic and locally-grown foods, but the leftovers including stems, rinds, peels, and grounds are usually throw in the garbage. What a waste! On this week's Yoga Talk Show, you'll meet, Nikhil Arora, the co-founder of Back to the Roots, an innovative company that uses up-cycled coffee grounds to grow mushrooms - and you can too using their at-home kits. Mushrooms are one of the most nutrient-dense foods you can grow in just about any home or apartment, and they surely play a role in the future of food. --------------------------------------------------------------- What You’ll Learn: Why it makes no sense to throw away high quality food scraps and cuttings How coffee grounds can be used to grow superfoods in just about any home Why the future of food needs to offer more people better quality food for less money Nutritional Tip of the Week: Why you should eat mushrooms?! Links & References from the Show: Back to the Roots Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Teachers College The YOGABODY Teachers College combines new technology and age-old apprenticeship to deliver a level of education previously The YOGABODY Teachers College combines new technology and age-old apprenticeship to deliver a level of education previously unavailable anywhere. We train students not just teach, but to become local business leaders in the mind-body wellness industry Join the Early Notification List for First Application Preference:www.YogaTeachersCollege.com

Could "mood" be the #1 determining variable in performance and recovery from training? What impact does reduced breathing versus accelerated breathing have on your oxygen and carbon dioxide levels—and what about your nervous system? On this week's Yoga Talk Show, you'll meet strength and conditioning coach, Brian MacKenzie, who will introduce you to breath training in a whole new way. Brian MacKenzie is a strength and conditioning coach and the creator of CrossFit Endurance, which specializes in movement with an emphasis in running, cycling, and swimming mechanics. Brian has been featured in Competitor, Runner's World, Triathlete, Men's Journal, ESPN Rise, The Economist, Outside, and in the book, The 4-Hour Body. Brian has consulted with several athletic teams, including the 2012 Western Athletic Conference Champions San Jose State Women's Swim Team. His books include: Power, Speed, Endurance and Unbreakable Runner. You can learn more about his work at www.Unscared.com --------------------------------------------------------------- What You’ll Learn: What hypoxic training is, and why it can be useful How "elevation masks" are being used for warm-up and recovery How Wim Hof's method can be used to combat lactic acid post workout Why we're in the "Wild West" of breathing right now Nutritional Tip of the Week: Tomato Sauce - friend or foe? Links & References from the Show: PSE - Power, Speed, Endurance Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Awesome Toes! Yoga Toe Spreaders & Separators for Nighttime, Yoga Practice & Running Awesome Toes! naturally stretch your feet after a long day of work. Loved by anyone who wears high-heeled shoes, work boots, or spends all day on their feet. They also help stretch the shortened connective tissues of your feet so they regain their natural shape and range of motion. Awesome Toes! can be used at night, while watching TV, while practicing yoga, and even in wide-toed athletic shoes for running. Most toe separators on the market fall off or break during activities, but Awesome Toes! are designed for durability and comfort during yoga practice, dance rehearsals and while engaging in sports. Find out more.

Food has become religion with missionaries telling you to drink kale smoothies, eat bacon, avoid chicken, and take pills and potions galore. Vegetarian, vegan, raw food, paleo, Atkins... there are so many different groups who claim to have all the answers to nutrition. But do they? Really? I've been obsessed with food and nutrition since 1999 and have studied it professionally since 2002. My biggest learning is that what we're doing right now is not working, and the future absolutely must look different than the present. I've also learned that the food religions of the world do more to confuse than to help us. My hope is that the Yoga Talk Show becomes an open forum for education and exploration as we all try to figure out how to thrive. --------------------------------------------------------------- What You’ll Learn: Why there is no "one diet" for everyone How our food system is currently flawed Why the inconvenient truth about the future of food is that GMOs, lab-grown meats, and insects are likely necessities How we can end up on the right side of history, nutritionally Nutritional Tip of the Week: Nori Seaweed Sheets - are they safe to buy from any store? Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga for Runners Pre-Run Warm-Ups & Post-Run Flexibility Training Join this at-home course to learn stretching exercises that will keep you limber, mobile, and injury free. Warm-up stretches take just 2-4 minutes to complete, and after your run, your flexibility training takes 15 minutes and can also be done before bed. This one-two stretching combo can have a dramatic impact your body, posture, and running performance. Benefits of Flexibility: Reduce recovery time Adjust, adopt and modify your running stride and posture as needed Stop being limited by your range of motion (ROM) Add some “yin” to the “yang” that is your running schedule Maintain your agility on diverse terrain (no more tin-man style running) Find out more.

You already know wheat is inflammatory, high glycemic, and allergenic for many people, but did you know that bread can affect your brain as well? Sad but true: something as ubiquitous as your morning toast could cause short term brain fog and contribute (or even cause) neurological diseases long term. On this week’s Yoga Talk Show, you’ll meet filmmaker, Max Lugavere, who is leading an awareness campaign to connect the dots between bread and cognitive decline. Initially motivated by the neurological challenges of his mother, Lugavere will shed new light on “sandwich culture” and why we need to rethink this all-American staple in our diets. Lugavere is an American television personality, producer, filmmaker, and musician. He earned a degree in film and psychology from the University of Miami and contributes regularly to The Huffington Post on topics of science, innovation, and technology. Currently, Max is working on a new documentary that explores the impact of our diets and lifestyles on brain health, called, Bread Head. --------------------------------------------------------------- What You’ll Learn: How bread can cause inflammation in the gut - but also in the brain How family history and genetics can load the gun while your food and lifestyle can pull the trigger for neurodegenerative disease What “impaired glucose metabolism” means and how does it relate to Alzheimer´s Disease How a high fat, ketogenic diet could be a breakthrough for brain health What Type III diabetes is and who is at risk Nutritional Tip of the Week: Microwaves - should we use them? Links & References from the Show: Bread Head Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Awesome Toes! Yoga Toe Spreaders & Separators for Nighttime, Yoga Practice & Running Awesome Toes! naturally stretch your feet after a long day of work. Loved by anyone who wears high-heeled shoes, work boots, or spends all day on their feet. They also help stretch the shortened connective tissues of your feet so they regain their natural shape and range of motion. Awesome Toes! can be used at night, while watching TV, while practicing yoga, and even in wide-toed athletic shoes for running. Most toe separators on the market fall off or break during activities, but Awesome Toes! are designed for durability and comfort during yoga practice, dance rehearsals and while engaging in sports. Find out more.

Is your inner voice critical, self-defeating, and ruminating all day long? Our modern world is more knowledge-based than action-based, but what do you do when your inner voice is your worst enemy? How do you find balance and peace? At YOGABODY, we're huge fans of yoga practices, breath work, and healthy living, but visualizations is an often-overlooked way to change the focus of your mind's lens from negative to positive, from past and future pain, to a present state of peace. On this week’s Yoga Talk Show, take a trip into the magical world of the human brain as we attempt to decipher its power and limitless abilities in order to manifest our lives. James R. Doty, M.D., is an American neurosurgeon, entrepreneur, philanthropist and a Clinical Professor of neurosurgery at Stanford University, and founder and director of the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education. Dr. Doty is also the New York Times bestselling author of Into the Magic Shop: A Neurosurgeon's Quest to Discover the Mysteries of the Brain and the Secrets of the Heart. --------------------------------------------------------------- What You’ll Learn: How Dr. Doty overcame a difficult childhood and past trauma to manifest his life How to change your life by first changing your brain How visualization can be a better choice than meditation for some people in some cases How to stop suffering from defining who you are Nutritional Tip of the Week: Store bought bouillons, broths and soups - are they good for us? Links & References from the Show: Into the Magic Shop Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Hot Yoga Teacher Training “Teach Hot Yoga, Inspire Students, Change Lives!” TAKE THE NEXT STEP! Join Absolute Yoga’s 200-Hour Hot Yoga Alliance accredited course in beautiful Koh Samui, Thailand. This training is for: Serious students who want to teach Passionate yoga practitioners Students who want to share hot yoga with the world Extremely small class sizes, huge teaching team, dedicated training facility! Next course starts in June!Learn more.

Why is it that larger pills are more effective than smaller ones at treating illness? How could it be that longer doctor’s visits are correlated with faster patient recovery? How much of alternative healing is mind over body or simply mind tricking body? On this week’s Yoga Talk Show, we deep dive into the fascinating world of the placebo effect and it’s everpresent role in both allopathic and alternative medicine. Please meet, Jo Marchant, an award-winning science journalist and author. With a background in genetics and a PhD in microbiology, Marchant worked as an editor at New Scientist and Nature. She explores topics from the future of genetic engineering to underwater archaeology, and most recently, the idea that our thoughts can have great benefits on our bodies and even prevent us from getting ill on the first place. Marchant is the author of The Shadow King: The Bizarre Afterlife of King Tut's Mummy, Decoding the Heavens, and Cure: A Journey into the Science of Mind Over Body. -------------------------------- What You’ll Learn: How the placebo effect is always at place in healing Why sometimes mind over body is stronger than any modern medicine How to think about healing from both a scientific and energetic viewpoint Why your body’s healing mechanisms are much more complicated than simple chemistry Nutritional Tip of the Week: Vitamin D deficiency: Do we need to take supplements? Links & References from the Show: Cure: A journey into the science of mind over body Got Questions? Write to us [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Corky the Block Corky the Block is an eco-friendly yoga block, made of all natural & sustainable material, engraved with our YOGABODY saying: Practice is Everything. This block was originally developed for the YOGABODY Fitness Studio Group because we needed an all-natural, eco-friendly, and non-slip prop to use in our public classes. Traditional, synthetic blocks are ugly, slip with sweat, and have an unpleasant hand-feel. Hence, Corky the Block was born! Yoga students use Corky the Block in dynamic Vinyasa Yoga practices, deep stretching Gravity Yoga sessions, and in advanced arm balancing and back-bending. A block is an essential yoga prop, and Corky the Block is a beautiful addition to your practice room. Find us on Amazon!

Meditation has been shown to reduce stress, increase focus, and lower blood pressure, but when there are so many different types of meditation techniques, how do you decide which one is right for you? After having a nationally broadcasted panic attack on Good Morning America in 2004, news anchor, Dan Harris, turned to meditation. On this week’s Yoga Talk Show, you’ll learn which styles of meditation helped Dan overcome substance abuse, PTSD, anxiety and stress. Dan Harris is a correspondent for ABC News and the co-anchor for the weekend edition of Good Morning America. Previously, he was the anchor of the Sunday edition of World News. He regularly contributes stories for shows such as Nightline, 20/20, World News with Diane Sawyer and GMA. Harris has reported from all over the planet, covering wars in Afghanistan, Israel/Palestine and Iraq, and producing investigative reports in Haiti, Cambodia, and the Congo. Dan is the author of the book, 10% Happier and the co-founder of a new app by the same name. -------------------------------- What You'll Learn: How a successful news anchor had an anxiety attack on national TV Why most self-help and personal development information is B.S. How 10% happier can compound and grow into something truly life changing Why "clearing your mind" is not possible nor the goal of meditation—the goal is to start Nutritional Tip of the Week: Goats Milk: is there such a thing as eating dairy healthfully? Links & References from the Show: 10% Happier Got questions? Write to us: [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Trapeze The Yoga Trapeze is the most powerful, at-home yoga inversion tool ever created. Hang from inside from a doorway; or outside from a beam, bar or swing set. Setup is fast and simple, results are immediate. The Yoga Trapeze will change your backbends for forever… less pain and more flexibility with balance upper body and core strength. Try now for just $1!

Discover this little-known, Russian breathing technique for regulating stress, combating asthma, balancing your nervous system, and improving sleep. Yoga teachers often treat carbon dioxide like it’s a toxic enemy to be eliminated as a waste product - but nothing could be further from the truth. C02 is extremely important for vascular dilation, oxygen absorption, and even metabolic health. On this week’s Yoga Talk Show, you’ll meet, Sasha Yakovlev, an expert in Buteyko-style breathing practices. Sasha founded The Inner Path Newsletter in 1991, the first Russian publication dealing with the topics of healthy lifestyle, self-development, and spirituality. Within a few years, Inward Path Magazine became a national publication with more than one hundred thousand readers. Sasha also opened the first health food store in the country, along with a holistic seminar center. Today, she is the Executive Director of the Breathing Center based in the United States. ------------------------------------- Listen and Learn: Why over-breathing can cause a myriad of health problems Why CO2 might actually be your friend How C02 works as a bronchial and vascular dilator Why reduced breath is actually the goal for most people to find balance Nutritional Tip of the Week: Teas - why you should go back to basics Links & References from the Show: Breathing Center Got questions? Write to us: [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Kuli Kuli Foods Have you heard of moringa? NPR just called it the new kale. Our friends over at Kuli Kuli Foods gave us some moringa and we're totally obsessed with putting it in our green smoothies every morning. It's more nutritious than kale and provides a complete protein like quinoa - a true SUPERfood! Not to mention that every product Kuli Kuli Foods sells plants moringa trees and supports women farmers in West Africa. Find out more.

Believe it or not, lifting weights and throwing kettlebells around can help improve your yoga practice (yup, you read that correctly). On this week’s Yoga Talk Show, Lucas Rockwood and fitness professional, Steve Kamb, unpack why “lifting heavy things” makes sense for yoga students, nerds, athletes - and everyone in between. Steve Kamb is a fitness professional, author, speaker and the creator of Nerd Fitness, an online portal to empower people to level up their lives. ------------------------------------- What You'll Learn: How to gamify your fitness to make it more fun Why anyone, particularly nerdy, non-fitness type can (and should) get in shape How to never go to the gym and still get great workouts Why traditional fitness images are flawed Nutritional Tip of the Week: What's the deal with peanuts? Links & References from the Show: Nerd Fitness Got questions? Write to us: [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Awesome Toes! Yoga Toe Spreaders & Separators for Nighttime, Yoga Practice & Running Awesome Toes! naturally stretch your feet after a long day of work. Loved by anyone who wears high-heeled shoes, work boots, or spends all day on their feet. They also help stretch the shortened connective tissues of your feet so they regain their natural shape and range of motion. Awesome Toes! can be used at night, while watching TV, while practicing yoga, and even in wide-toed athletic shoes for running. Most toe separators on the market fall off or break during activities, but Awesome Toes! are designed for durability and comfort during yoga practice, dance rehearsals and while engaging in sports. Find out more.

Both “meditation” and “yoga” are buzz words in pop health circles, but both are actually categories of mind-body practices - not specific practices. Not all mind-body practices are the same, and the specifics are what make all the difference. The way in which you practice yoga or meditation can lead to profoundly different neurological states, biochemical reactions, and physiological responses. Lucas Rockwood meets with medical doctor, Mithu Storoni, to dive into the science of yoga and stress, and their effects on the brain. Mithu Storoni MD, PhD is a medical doctor, science nerd, writer, yoga teacher, blogger and all round brain enthusiast dedicated to defeating stress from everyone’s lives. She earned her medical degree from the University of Cambridge and also holds a PhD in Neuro-ophthalmology. ------------------------------------- Listen and Learn: The difference between open monitoring and focused attention meditation What Brain Derived Neural Factor (BDNF) is and how yoga can increase production How yogic breathing can encourage respiratory neural coupling Mental health dangers of rumination during some forms of meditation What happens with your stress signals during deliberate yoga practice Nutritional Tip of the Week: How to wash strawberries Links & References from the Show: Brain Boost Camp Got questions? Write to us: [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Yoga Teachers College The YOGABODY Teachers College combines new technology and age-old apprenticeship to deliver a level of education previously The YOGABODY Teachers College combines new technology and age-old apprenticeship to deliver a level of education previously unavailable anywhere. We train students not just teach, but to become local business leaders in the mind-body wellness industry Join the Early Notification List for First Application Preference: www.YogaTeachersCollege.com

How many people are lucky enough to turn what they love most in life into their career? On this week’s Yoga Talk Show, you’ll meet career rock climber, Conrad Anker, who has done just that. Anker has completed an amazing number of summits including climbing Everest three times and many first ascents internationally including conquering the famed Shark’s Fin route of the peak, Meru, in the Indian Himalayas. He is the captain of the North Face Athletic Team and serves on the boards of the Montana State University Leadership Institute, Protect Our Winters, Bozeman Ice Tower Foundation, Gallatin County Fair Board and the Alex Lowe Charitable Foundation. --------------------------------------------- What You'll Learn: How he climbed Everest 3x’s (once in search of a dead body) How the love of nature can drive you to the most amazing places Why climate change is something we must look at How your geography can make you happy Nutritional Tip of the Week: What’s the deal with frozen food? Links & References from the Show: Conrad Anker’s Site Got questions? Write to us: [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Hot Yoga Teacher Training "Teach Hot Yoga, Inspire Students, Change Lives!" TAKE THE NEXT STEP! Join Absolute Yoga's 200-Hour Hot Yoga Alliance accredited course in beautiful Koh Samui, Thailand. This training is for: *Serious students who want to teach *Passionate yoga practitioners *Students who want to share hot yoga with the world Extremely small class sizes, huge teaching team, dedicated training facility! Next course starts in June! Learn more.

Have you ever found yourself in the middle of an important meeting or speaking engagement paralyzed with anxiety or nervousness? If so, you’re not alone. Social Psychologist, Amy Cuddy, discovered that you can often overcome crippling fears by accessing your personal power through posture. Yoga students: this is called, “Posing for Confidence.” You might know Amy from her extremely popular TED talk, Your Body Language Shapes Who You Are. She is a professor and researcher at Harvard Business School and studies how nonverbal behavior and snap judgments influence people. Her research has been published in top academic journals and covered by NPR, The New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, The Economist, Wired, Fast Company, and more. Cuddy has been named a "Game Changer" by Time, a "Rising Star" by the Association for Psychological Science, one of "50 Women Who Are Changing the World" by Business Insider, and a "Young Global Leader" by the World Economic Forum. Her new book, Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges, is getting great reviews and is available on Amazon at all major booksellers. --------------------------------------------- What You'll Learn: How your body language can actually increase testosterone and lower cortisol How there is an on-going, body-mind conversation, always How to take a “power pose” to change your mood Why New Year's Resolutions might be too long term and abstract Nutritional Tip of the Week: Is oatmeal is healthy as they say? Links & References from the Show: Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges Got questions? Write to us: [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Bryce Yoga Teacher Training Bryce Yoga is rooted in traditional yoga while simultaneously informed by gymnastics, hand balancing and acrobatics. The Bryce approach to teaching was developed for the modern instructor who teaches in a variety of different setting including: yoga studios, fitness centers,festivals, workshops, on social media, and with private clients. Sequences are adaptable by design so teachers can mold their classes to challenge their students of all levels and abilities. If you’re new to Bryce Yoga, don’t worry. Students come to the course from all different yoga backgrounds, and the most important thing is that you’re excited and eager to learn. Next course starts in July! Learn more.

Corporate giants like Coca-Cola, Kraft, and Kellogg’s dominate the food and beverage industries, but they are optimized for profit, not for our health. To make their foods more palatable and profitable, these companies strategically utilize specific combinations of salt, sugar and fat. According to best-selling author, Michael Moss, these foods are not just unhealthy, they are also addicting. Listen to this week’s Yoga Talk Show to learn how “big food” has gotten us all hooked on their products. Michael Moss is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller, SALT SUGAR FAT: How the Food Giants Hooked Us. He's a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter formerly with the Times. He's a keynote speaker and has been a guest on CBS This Morning, Dr. Oz, CNN The Lead, ATC and Jon Stewart's the Daily Show. He has been a reporter at The Wall Street Journal and an adjunct professor at the Columbia School of Journalism. To learn more, visit: www.michaelmossbooks.com --------------------------------------------- The "bliss point" in commercial food—and what it matters Why big food referss to their clients as "heavy users" What "mouth feel" and "flavor burst" mean How the snack and convenience habits opened the door to industry abuse How the "Lunchables" inventor is now helping fresh salad vendor in Chicago How big companies self-ubsidize and could shift their focus for big change Nutritional Tip of the Week: Should you boil, steam or pan-fry your veggies? Links & References from the Show: Michael Moss Books Got questions? Write to us: [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Super Strap 2-in-1 Yoga Strap and Mat carrier: This strap was originally developed for the YOGABODY Fitness Studio Group because our students wanted a simple mat carrier solution but they were already bringing yoga straps to class—so it seemed silly to have both. Hence, the Super Strap was born! Yoga students use the Super Strap in Vinyasa Yoga practices, deep stretching Gravity Yoga sessions, and in advanced arm balancing and back-bending. A yoga strap is an essential yoga prop, and the Super Strap is a beautiful and practical addition to your practice room.

When you experience happiness, your brain releases dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and/or endorphin. The curious things is that our brain doesn’t release a happy chemical without very particular (and often counter-intuitive) triggers. On this week’s Yoga Talk Show, Loretta Graziano Breuning, PhD, talks about how you can boost your happiness by retraining your brain to turn on the chemicals that make you happy. Loretta is the founder of the Inner Mammal Institute, which provides resources that help people rewire their mammalian neurochemistry.She's Professor Emerita at California State University, East Bay, and author of Beyond Cynical and I, Mammal. She also writes the blog Your Neurochemical Self: Getting real with a 200-million-year-old brain on PsychologyToday.com. She has been interviewed on NPR, The Matt Townsend Show, and the Ask Altucher podcast, and her work been featured in Psychologies and Real Simple magazines. Her most recent book is called, Habits of a Happy Brain and can be found on Amazon or any major bookseller. ---------------------------------------- Listen & Learn: Why a “no CNN diet” might be the best way to feed your happy brain How dopamine, is released when you anticipate of a reward and have a future-focused attitude How endorphins are triggered from physical pain and are short-lived, and perhaps not so healthy in your pursuit of happiness How oxytocin distinguishes mammals from reptiles and can be clearly seen at birth with baby-mother bonding, and as adults with tribal behavior of all types How serotonin is released from “one-upmanship” behavior, social rivalry, and the urge to feel special and distinguish oneself How the happy patterns of our youth get myelinated into our nervous system Nutritional Tip of the Week: Is Himalayan salt a superfood? Links & References from the Show: Inner Mammel Institute Got questions? Write to us: [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: “Corky the Block” - Cork Yoga Block This block was originally developed for the YOGABODY Fitness Studio Group because we needed an all-natural, eco-friendly, and non-slip prop to use in our public classes. Traditional, synthetic blocks are ugly, slip with sweat, and have an unpleasant hand-feel. Hence, Corky the Block was born! Yoga students use Corky the Block in dynamic Vinyasa Yoga practices, deep stretching Gravity Yoga sessions, and in advanced arm balancing and back-bending. A block is an essential yoga prop, and Corky the Block is a beautiful addition to your practice room.

Have you seen the viral Youtube video where a unicorn poops rainbow ice cream and a prince lectures on bowel health? It’s ridiculous but also very relevant. Yoga students talk about their bowel movements constantly, and for good reason. It's an important indication of health, and one that many struggle with (literally). On this week’s episode, Dr. Alison Chen sheds some light on the topic of bowel health, and the importance of fiber. Alison is a Canadian board-certified and licensed Naturopathic Doctor from Toronto. She integrates Western science with Traditional holistic energetic medicine to provide individualized, safe and effective natural treatments. ---------------------------------------- Listen & Learn: Why bowel health is such an important topic How much fiber is enough? And where to get it… The Squatty Potty - does it work? Simple tips for eating and drinking your way to bowel health Nutritional Tip of the Week: Is olive oil really as healthy as they say? Links & References from the Show: Dr. Alison Chen’s Website Got questions? Write to us: [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: 30-Day Sugar Detox w/YOGABODY THE PROBLEM: When you’re trying to burn fat, get fit, increase your energy, improve your digestion and just plain feel better each day, it can be overwhelming with all the conflicting health information online. Do you start with organic food? Paleo? Raw vegan? Do you have to run marathons or is yoga a good solution? There’s just too many choices and too many opinions. THE SOLUTION: The truth is that there are as many paths to exceptional health as there are trees in the forest, so rather than argue about which path is best, let’s just focus on elephant in the room. Medical doctors, weight loss experts, yoga teachers, and weight lifters all agree that the single biggest troublemaker in our modern diet is excessive sugar in all its forms. It causes weight gain, diabetes, hormonal problems, premature again—and just about every other health problem you can think of. So if you want to get healthy, let’s start with the one change that will give you the biggest bang for your buck. Together, let’s kick the sugar habit and start a positive spiral towards health.

Wheat-related digestive problems are something you’ve probably heard of before, but less commonly known is the effect that long-term gluten exposure has on your entire body. Guest speaker, Dr. Peter Osborne, will help you understand why "heart-healthy" whole grain bread might be making your joints hurt or contributing to chronic pain of all types. You’ll learn how to rethink your everyday food choices to avoid gluten altogether. Dr. Peter Osborne is the clinical director of Origins Healthcare Center. He is a doctor of chiropractic medicine and a Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist. His focus is on natural treatments of degenerative diseases with a primary focus on gluten sensitivity and food allergies. He founded Gluten Free Society in 2010 to help educate on the far-reaching effects of gluten sensitivity. He is the author of Glutenology, a series of books designed to help educate the world about gluten. His new book, No Grain, No Pain: A 30-Day Diet for Eliminating Chronic Pain—for Life is available on Amazon and at all major booksellers. ---------------------------------------- Listen & Learn: How grains can lead to leaky gut Why ages 35-40 are often when long-term gluten exposure begins to create problems How modern bread products have changed with Glyphosate-sprayed crops, higher gluten levels, and mycotoxins from storage Why anyone with rheumatoid arthritis or any other auto-immune condition should at least try going gluten free Nutritional Tip of the Week: Are non-stick pans safe? Links & References from the Show: No Grain No Pain Got questions? Write to us: [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: Absolute Yoga Academy Level II: 300hr Yoga Alliance Certification Course This 1-month immersion is designed to take qualified teachers and turn them into career yoga professionals. Students sign up for different reasons, but everyone comes seeking a deeper, and more-fulfilling teaching life. You get to a point where you know you need to step outside your daily schedule to progress, but you’re not sure where to go for help in this next phase of your career. Who can support and guide you personally, professionally, and financially? To solve this common problem, Absolute Yoga Academy’s 300hr, Level II course was born. If you want to fall in love with yoga again ( as a student ), become an “authority teacher”, meet like-minded colleagues and friends, and learn how you can teach less but earn more, we invite you to discover the Absolute Yoga Academy 300hr Level II Teacher Training course

Every year, millions of people resolve to lose 10lbs in the new year. They starve themselves for two weeks, join a new gym, lose a few pounds—but then gain it all back in February when their motivation wanes. On this week's Yoga Talk Show, we discuss how to make your goals a reality with counterintuitive methods that deliver results. What You’ll Learn: Why to keep your goals a secret Why writing is the doing part of thinking Why you should draw pictures of your goals How to create a New Year's mantra Why you should rinse & repeat successes Nutritional Tip of the Week: Sprouted breads: friend or foe? Links & References from the Show: YOGABODY 30-Day Sugar Detox Thanks to our sponsor: When you’re trying to burn fat, get fit, increase your energy, improve your digestion and just plain feel better each day, it can be overwhelming with all the conflicting health information online. Do you start with organic food? Paleo? Raw vegan? Do you have to run marathons or is yoga a good solution? There’s just too many choices and too many opinions. The truth is that there are as many paths to exceptional health as there are trees in the forest, so rather than argue about which path is best, let’s just focus on elephant in the room. Medical doctors, weight loss experts, yoga teachers, and weight lifters all agree that the single biggest trouble maker in our modern diet is excessive sugar in all its forms. It causes weight gain, diabetes, hormonal problems, premature again—and just about every other health problem you can think of. So if you want to get healthy, let’s start with the one change that will give you the biggest bang for your buck. Together, let’s kick the sugar habit and start a positive spiral towards health. FREE! Access Our 3-Part Video Series on Sugar Detox: FREE Sugar Detox Videos

The Yoga Talk Show is 3 years old, and I feel like we're just getting started. 2015 was an amazing year with over 50 guests with topics spanning from hormonal health to barefooted running. I've learned a ton, and I hope you've found this information valuable as a listener. In this week's show, I've decided to do a "year-in-review" episode to highlight some standout moments for me in the previous 12 months. What You’ll Learn: Breathing HRV Barefoot Running Face-to-Wall Handstand Kombucha Nutritional Tip of the Week: Aspartame: friend or foe? Links & References from the Show: Thesis Beauty Thanks to our sponsor: THESIS BEAUTY. Thesis features over 50 pure, vegan and eco-friendly and affordable beauty products. All products are USA-sourced organic, natural, raw, cold pressed, undiluted which is their most nourishing, healing state - with no synthetics, fillers or water. Thesis earned an EWG score of 0-2 (0 for most products) and were also PETA, Green America and Leaping Bunny certified. Visit them online at: www.ThesisBeauty.com

Your body is hard-wired for survival, but our modern world throws continuous health challenges our way. I wish things became easier with time and age, but for most people, the journey toward health becomes more and more challenging. To help you on the path to optimal health in the new year, please meet plant-based medical doctor, Michael Greger, MD. Michael Greger, MD, is a physician, author, and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition, food safety, and public health issues. He is a graduate of Cornell University School of Agriculture and Tufts University School of Medicine. Currently Dr. Greger serves as the Director of Public Health and Animal Agriculture at The Humane Society of the United States. Hundreds of his nutrition videos are freely available at NutritionFacts.org, with new videos and articles uploaded every day. He is the author of a new book titled, How Not to Die: Foods Scientifically Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease just released this month and available on Amazon and all major booksellers. Listen & Learn: Why anyone eating a plant-based diet should supplement b12 and might need vitamin D3 The truth about lab-created meat products coming out in 2016 Why most people fail at plant-based diets (and all diets for that matter) How plants can transform your health Nutritional Tip of the Week: Is there such a thing as low glycemic holiday foods? Links & References from the Show: Nutrition Facts Got questions? Write to us: [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: SweatHouse Patty Post, is a yogi from Minnesota and the creative mind behind Sweathouse. Aside from their colorful yoga towels, Patty created “the Saucha Spray”, a anti-funk spray because she was sick of her yoga clothes smelling just after a few months after purchasing them. She realized that her sweat, and habit of washing her yoga clothes hours; sometimes even days after practicing was causing the funk. The bacteria in our sweat sets into fabric just 2 hours after sweating and once it's in it's really hard to get out. So she created a formula that prevents the funk from setting in, spray on fabric after sweating to keep your clothes and gear smelling fresher, longer. She realized that it can be used on anything even hockey equipment, dance costumes! After you namaste, spray Saucha.

This week’s yoga talk show explores medicinal mushrooms; not the hallucinogenic kind, the type that boost your immune system! Tero Isokauppila, co-founder of Four Sigma Foods, a medicinal mushroom superfood and super drink company, shares with you the health benefits of Reishi, Chaga, Shiitake, Cordyceps and Maitake. What You'll Learn: How mushrooms can boost your immune system How water soluble soluble polysaccharides act to modulate your immune system How fat soluble triterpenes can balance your hormones Why many supplements are made with mycelium - not the actual mushroom fruiting bodies Why China is leading the way for medicinal mushrooms both with cultivation and extraction Nutritional Tip of the Week: Do healthy store-bought salad dressings exist? Links & References from the Show: Four Sigma Foods Got questions? Write to us: [email protected]

Popular health advice around the holidays usually includes such nonsense as doing squats before you pig-out, taking charcoal capsules after you drink too much, and going to the gym twice per day in an attempt to balance out your gluttony. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but none of those things will undo the damage of overeating and overdrinking—but there are some simple strategies that can really make a difference. Listen & learn: Why eating 1 gram/ 1lb of body weight is a simple way to keep you holiday food consumption in check Why desserts and alcohol are the most fat-inducing things to avoid How to make your holidays more active and naturally fitness-oriented Why mental health is an absolute must during the holidays, and some simple ideas for getting started Nutritional Tip of the Week: Phytoestrogens and Xenoestrogens - how do they affect us? Links & References from the Show: YOGABODY Got questions? Write to us: [email protected]

Whether you’ve hurt your shoulder doing yoga or perhaps you’ve come to yoga to heal, Dr. Ariele Foster shares her knowledge about how the practice can help you recover from rotator cuff injuries and other shoulder issues. Listen in and learn which poses help and which exercises you should be avoiding altogether. Dr. Ariele Foster is a physical therapist, interdisciplinary yoga teacher, and anatomy teacher. She has a passion for creative, intelligent yoga instruction and for making yoga anatomy accessible. Her teaching is grounded in both the compassionate approach of Kripalu Yoga and her deep understanding of musculoskeletal well-being from working with thousands of patients. Ariele has completed more than 700 hours of yoga teacher training in Kripalu, Anusara, Therapeutics, Hatha Yoga and the tradition of Maty Ezraty / YogaWorks. In this show, you'll learn: Why as many as 30%+ of people have rotator cuff tears Rotator cuff: 4 small muscles supporting ball + "saucer" joint Why "shoulder pathology" often includes tendons and/or muscles How dolphin pose and forearm stand can be helpful for healing Nutritional Tip of the Week: Black Pepper - superfood or flavour enhancer? Links & References from the Show: Ariele’s Anatomy Website Ariele’s Main Site Got questions? Write to us: [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: The OM Collection The OM Collection’s mission is to provide functional fashion that enables people to look as fabulous as they feel. Whether you are leaving a yoga class, going to a concert, sight seeing in a far land, or going to dinner at a nice restaurant, these clothes will move you from one moment of your life to the next. All of their pieces are made in limited quantities, so if you're looking for unique, eco-friendly yoga clothes, we invite you to check them out.

Dream states are more than just random fantasy. Dreaming can be incredibly healing and is believed to be an essential part of all restful sleep. Robert Waggoner, a leading authority on lucid dreaming, suggests that by decoding our dreams we can begin to understand our psyche. On this week’s Yoga Talk Show, Lucas Rockwood and Robert look at different types of sleep and dreams, and the potential impact that lucid dreaming can have on our physical and mental health. Robert is the author of, Lucid Dreaming: Gateway to the Inner Self and Lucid Dreaming, Plain and Simple: Tips and Techniques for Insight, Creativity, and Personal Growth. Robert frequently speaks on lucid dreaming at national and international dream conferences, workshops and college classrooms, like Sonoma State University, Iowa State University, University of Washington, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor and Evergreen State College. In this show, you'll learn: Why long cycle REM sleep is most conducive to lucid dreams How napping can produce an "REM rebound" in some people How dream help us process memory and emotions How dreams can be a creative outlet About the scientific research that proved and tested lucid dreams How daytime mindfulness can help with lucid processing How to use a reality check trigger in dreams to know you're dreaming Nutritional Tip of the Week: Sesame oil: good or bad? Links & References from the Show: www.lucidadvice.com www.YogaBody.com Got questions? Write to us: [email protected] Thanks to our sponsor: YOGABODY Naturals