The Mind Your Health Podcast is about all things Gut Health! As a healthcare practitioner with over 25 years of experience, Dr. Connie Cheung focuses on a holistic approach integrating her educational background in Psychology, Nutrition, Physical Therapy, Functional Medicine, and Yoga. She started the Mind Your Health Podcast to help as many people as possible get rid of pesky gut symptoms so that they can look and feel their best while living their fullest lives. Dr. Connie has struggled an ...
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Hormone Imbalance Cascade: Why Your Pill is Just a “Band-Aid” Fix
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Imagine you get a paper cut on your finger and you slap a band-aid on it… …is it the band-aid itself that heals the cut? Of course not – the band-aid covers the wound and might stop the bleeding temporarily, but it doesn't heal the wound or prevent it from getting infected. Prescription pills, supplements, or other drugs work the same way, especial…
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How to Easily Identify Stress in Your Life So It Doesn't Wreck Your Health
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The fact that you have symptoms that interfere with your daily life, whether it’s gut discomfort like bloating, gas, constipation, OR fatigue, headaches, foggy brain, weight gain, aches and pains, etc.… …means you have some level of stress in your life. Stress equals symptoms. Let me explain… Stress is part of human nature, and our bodies have a na…
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Food is Not the Enemy: Why Fearing Food Actually Contributes to Gut Issues
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“I wish someone would just tell me what to eat!” If you’ve ever thought this to yourself, then chances are you can relate to this… Mealtimes honestly used to feel like a chore to me. I would stress out over choosing what to eat. And if I was on any type of restrictive diet, it was often difficult figuring out which foods I could eat that would allo…
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Why is Gut Health Essential for Optimal Health and Well-Being?
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Gut Health is a trending topic these days, but are you familiar with the gut’s many functions and WHY it plays such a big role in overall health and well-being? In Functional Medicine, the gut is considered the root of all symptoms and diseases. So whether you’re struggling with gut specific issues, such as bloating, gas, and constipation, or other…
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How I Achieved Breakthrough Results Without Working Harder
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You’re eating a healthy diet, you’re exercising regularly, and you’re doing your best to manage stress. So why aren’t you feeling better yet?! If this is you, I was in your shoes not too long ago. I always prided myself on being disciplined and working hard, yet my results were not matching up with the efforts I was putting in. And this applied to …
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Take Control of Your Health: 5 Simple, Yet Overlooked Tips
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If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that relying on doctors, experts, or specialists to figure out the answer to your symptoms will only keep you in a cycle of sickness. How do I know that? With my recent struggles with kidney failure, it’s been crucial for me to just find a path forward every single day, even on my hardest days. But it’s been …
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Frustrated By the Endless Cycle of Ineffective Wellness Approaches?
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If you’re like most people who struggle with irritating symptoms that they just can’t figure out, whether it’s gut issues like bloating and constipation, chronic fatigue, stubborn weight gain, foggy brain, etc., maybe you’ve gotten stuck on what I call the “hamster wheel” of ineffective health and wellness solutions. I’ve been there too – going fro…
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Your Symptom Root Cause Might Be Something You Can't See, Measure, or Test
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If you've ever been confused about your symptoms and you know there's something that's not quite right with you, yet your doctors just shrug their shoulders because your labs come back "normal", then this episode is for you. I have a unique perspective when it comes to the medical system because I've not only studied various health disciplines, inc…
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The Holistic Healing Path: From Doubtful to Transformed
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This week's Mind Your Health podcast is a special one. I interviewed my colleague and friend Aaron, who is a successful entrepreneur. He's special because it took many years for him to finally understand the "root" cause of his mysterious symptoms and go within to uncover the hidden traumas that many of us unknowingly struggle with. When traumas an…
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Is Hormonal Imbalance Causing Your Weight Gain?
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Hormones are chemical messengers that impact your overall health and metabolism, and hormones play a huge role in weight loss. If you've been struggling with weight gain, hormonal imbalance may be the culprit. When we think of hormones, we typically think of sex hormones like testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone. But there are other hormones th…
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Your Childhood Trauma Can Affect Your Health
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We have aspects of ourselves that we are "aware" (conscious) of, and we also have aspects of ourselves that we are "unaware" (subconscious) of. But did you know that the subconscious parts of you actually dictate your self image and how you see yourself? And how we see ourselves dictates our abilities and what we are capable of. This is significant…
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Spark Passion in Your Relationship Through Self-Love, Trust, and Honesty
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Spark Passion in Your Relationship Through Self-Love, Trust, and Honesty If you are like most, you didn't exactly learn how to set healthy boundaries or the ability to communicate authentically in your home. This single, profound realization can catapult your relationships to a new level, especially with your partner. How do I know? I've spent year…
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Hormones & Hunger: How Your Emotions Affect Weight Loss
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Do you feel like you are eating all the right things, but still can’t get your weight to budge? In today's episode of Mind Your Health Podcast, my team and I gathered the most frequently asked questions about weight loss that I get as a Registered Dietitian, including the complex relationship between our emotions, self-perception, and changing eati…
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Empowered Psychology - The Power of Your Thoughts & Shifting Emotions
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In today's episode of "Mind Your Health," we delve deep into the final segment of the Functional Yoga Medicine's 4 episode EASE Methodology series. This episode shines a light on the crucial role of beliefs, thoughts, and emotions in influencing our health and daily activities. We emphasize the intricate link between mental and physical health, par…
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Movement Is Medicine: Tapping Into Our Somatic Nervous System
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Movement has profound benefits on our mental health. It's not only about improved cognitive function... but also about the psychological upliftment that comes with regular exercise. This episode is an insightful journey into understanding the critical link between our somatic nervous system and overall health, emphasizing why movement is not just b…
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Hot Yoga: Why You Can Have Fast Weight Release and Fat Loss
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In this week's episode of the "Mind Your Health Podcast," we explore the fascinating world of Hot Yoga. Our discussion centers on its effectiveness in promoting rapid weight loss and aiding in detoxification. We delve into the scientific principles underlying these benefits, emphasizing how the unique combination of heat, humidity, and infrared tec…
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ENCORE: Detox For A Healthy Mind & Body - Start 2024 In Alignment
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Most people believe DETOX means getting on a restrictive diet, taking some supplements, or drinking a special juice or tea in order to cleanse the body. But true, effective detox actually involves much more than this. Our bodies have natural detox processes – our liver, kidneys, lungs, gut, and skin work hard everyday to eliminate toxins and wastes…
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Weight Release: How To Lose Weight Long Term
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Weight Release is not just about shedding pounds; it's a positive, holistic journey towards better health. This approach emphasizes respecting and understanding our body's needs, rather than resorting to punishing or depriving it. In today's episode of Mind Your Health Podcast, we explore how this mindset shift leads to enhanced energy levels, impr…
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Mastering Stress, Anxiety & Hormones: A Deep Dive into the Autonomic Nervous System
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In today's episode of Mind Your Health Podcast, we continue our journey exploring the EASE Method and go into the realm of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) - crucial to our body's unconscious functions. Tune in today and discover the health implications of an imbalanced ANS, including the effects on mental health, digestive health, sleep quality,…
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How Your Enteric Nervous System Influences Your Digestion, Hormones, Mental Health & Skin
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In today's Mind Your Health podcast episode, we explore the intricate workings of the Enteric Nervous System (ENS) and its influence on our health. The journey begins with an in-depth look at the ENS, a complex network of neurons in our gastrointestinal tract that is fundamental in managing the digestive process. We delve into the complex role of t…
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A Comprehensive Guide To Thyroid Health - Genetics, Weight Loss, Food Recommendations, Managing Stress & More
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In today's Mind Your Health podcast episode, we delve deeply into the complex world of thyroid health. I begin by exploring the genetic aspects of thyroid problems, unraveling how heredity can play a significant role in thyroid disorders. A key focus is on the relationship between thyroid function and weight management. You will gain insights into …
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ENCORE The Subconscious Mind and How Yoga Can Change Your Patterns
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As the New Year is approaching, we all have our resolutions and habits we want to break. Let's dive back into a popular episode, where I explore the power of our subconscious mind! Our subconscious mind plays a significant role in our daily decision-making process. It encompasses thoughts, beliefs, and emotions that operate beneath the surface of o…
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The Science of Sound Baths - Healing at A Cellular Level
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Discover the resonating power of sound therapy in my latest Mind Your Health podcast episode, where we delve into the fascinating science behind sound baths. This ancient healing practice, which has gained modern momentum, harnesses the vibrations of gongs, singing bowls, and other instruments to promote deep relaxation and well-being. We'll explor…
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Naturally Treating Your Thyroid WITHOUT Medication & Connecting Your Gut, Brain, and Hormones
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Are you unknowingly putting your thyroid to sleep with synthetic hormones? Wake up to the truth in our latest episode, where I uncover the often ignored link between your gut health, brain function, and thyroid hormones! In today's episode, let's explore why 'external fixes' could be pressing the pause button on your thyroid's natural abilities and…
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Your Hormones Could Be The Cause of Your Weight Gain - Understand WHY & How to Naturally Lose Weight!
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In today's episode of Mind Your Health, we're diving into the intricate connection between stress, cortisol, inflammation, sleep, hormones, and weight gain. What a mouthful! The daily stressors we face, whether from work pressures, personal or family challenges, or even environmental toxins, can elevate our cortisol levels. Elevated cortisol levels…
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