Tanya and Jerry Gioia
Tanya Gioia
Conquer Anxiety and Depression: Your Path to Becoming the Best You
Conquer Anxiety and Depression: Your Path to Becoming the Best You
Conquer Anxiety and Depression: Your Path to Becoming the Best You
Friday 25th August 2023
Explore holistic healthcare with Dr. Isabel Bertran-Hunsinger and Chef Michael Hunsinger, focusing on functional medicine and recovery support.
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Tanya and Jerry Gioia
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Episode Overview
- Functional medicine focuses on root causes.
- Dr. Isabel's transition from traditional to holistic practice.
- Importance of brain health in overall well-being.
- Support systems for recovery and health transformation.
- Innovative healthcare approaches beyond conventional medicine.
If you're standing on a nail, don't just take more medicine for the pain. Get your foot off the nail.
In this enlightening episode of the 'Sober on Purpose' podcast, we explore the transformative journey of Dr. Isabel Bertran-Hunsinger, a renowned board-certified physician and advocate of functional medicine. Dr. Isabel, who transitioned from traditional medicine to a holistic approach, shares her insights into the importance of addressing the root causes of illness rather than merely treating symptoms.
Her story is one of courage and innovation, as she moved from the United States to New Zealand, embracing a new culture and a new way of practicing medicine. Joined by her husband, Chef Michael Hunsinger, a Certified Culinary Nutrition Expert, they bring a unique perspective to healthcare by integrating nutritional wisdom into medical practice. Chef Michael's expertise highlights the significance of diet in achieving optimal health and well-being. Dr.
Isabel discusses the challenges and rewards of her shift from conventional medicine to a practice that looks at the whole person, emphasizing brain health and its impact on mental clarity and emotional stability. She shares her philosophy that true health means understanding the underlying issues, akin to removing a nail from one's foot instead of just managing the pain with medication. Listeners are encouraged to explore functional medicine and its potential to revolutionize personal health journeys. Dr.
Isabel's Arise from Addiction Facebook group offers support for individuals seeking hope and guidance in their recovery journey, emphasizing community and shared experiences. This episode also touches on the importance of women's health, with Dr. Isabel providing insight into how hormonal imbalances in stressful relationships can affect overall health. She advocates for DNA testing to assess risks like breast cancer, empowering women to take proactive measures. Ultimately, Dr.
Isabel and Chef Michael's collaboration demonstrates a paradigm shift in healthcare, where individuals can make informed choices to opt out of conventional disease management and embrace a healthier, more fulfilling life.