If You're New To Recovery, Watch This Before Choosing A Provider With Dr. Ravi Chandiramani
If You're New To Recovery, Watch This Before Choosing A Provider With Dr. Ravi Chandiramani

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Dr. Ravi Chandiramani discusses the importance of choosing an informed medical provider in early recovery, warning against risky treatments and the 'more is better' mindset.

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I Love Being Sober

Tim Westbrook

Hello my friends, and welcome back to yet another episode of I Love Being Sober brought to you by Camelback Recovery - a proud partner to the most effective way to achieve long term recovery without the pain and suffering and high cost of multiple stints in detox, rehabs, and sober living homes. My name is Tim Westbrook and I am the CEO and Founder of Camelback Recovery here in the always sunny and always sober Scottsdale, Arizona where my team and I over the course of many years have helped thousands of people on their path to long term recovery. I started this show because there is so much misinformation about addiction treatment, mental illness, and addiction recovery in general. There is much more to recovery than just going to inpatient treatment, seeing a therapist, and going to 12 step meetings. Those things are important and AA saved my life. However, to find long term recovery and live happy, joyous and free, there is a lot more to it than just stopping the drinking, stopping the drugs, or stopping any addictive behavior. Sobriety and recovery can and should be fun. That’s not to say that the recovery process is going to be easy and it’s not to say that there won’t be difficult times ahead. However, to live the life that you deserve and for it to be exciting and fun you need new lifestyle habits. New healthy lifestyle habits that promote your mental, spiritual, and physical health. That my friends will lead you to living a KICK ASS SOBER LIFE! Visit CamelbackRecovery.com to learn more about recovery coaching, sober living, and your next step to freedom and happiness.

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Choosing Wisely: Navigating Medical Care in Early Recovery

Episode Overview

Choose a medical provider who understands addiction history.
Beware of trendy treatments that promise quick fixes.
The 'more is better' mindset can be dangerous in recovery.
Educate yourself on the risks of hormone replacement therapy.
Personal health decisions should support long-term sobriety.

“"If 10 milligrams is good, 50 milligrams is better, right? Wrong."”

Ever wondered what it takes to make informed decisions in early recovery? This episode of 'I Love Being Sober' tackles the critical issue of choosing the right medical provider. Dr. Ravi Chandiramani, a seasoned naturopathic physician, joins Tim Westbrook to discuss the pitfalls of trendy treatments like biohacking and hormone replacement that can lead to risky behaviours in those newly sober. Dr. Chandiramani warns about the 'more is better' mentality, highlighting how testosterone and stimulants can be a slippery slope.

The episode is a goldmine of information on why it's crucial to have a healthcare provider who understands addiction history and the nuances of recovery. Tim shares personal anecdotes about the challenges of staying informed and making health choices that support sobriety. If you're new to recovery, this episode offers valuable advice on how to avoid common traps and ensure your healthcare choices align with your recovery goals.

It's a mix of expert insights and real-life stories that will leave you better prepared for your journey. Are you ready to make the right choices for your recovery?

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