Unlocking Longevity: Dr. Monisha Bhanote on Adrenal Health and Nervous System Balance

Doro and Tricia welcome Dr. Monisha Bhanote, a four-time board certified functional medicine expert, to talk about conventional and functional medicine, as well as integrative health practices. Dr. Bhanote explains the importance of understanding pathology, the nervous system's role in healing, and the connection between gut health and mental wellbeing. She also provides tips for how an individual can manage their diet and stress, guiding listeners to new aspects of their wellness journey.

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qUOTES:

“Eating the rainbow is important for nutrition and it doesn’t have to be hard. I make a lot of veggie roll wraps with rice paper and put the entire color of rainbow veggies in there.” –Dr. Monisha Bhanote

“An inflamed body is not a working body. I don’t want people to wait for when their joints start to ache and they can’t move their hips, because a lot of this is preventative.” –Dr. Monisha Bhanote

It’s absolutely critical to heal the nervous system. Think of the nervous system as a way for your cells to communicate with each other: if they’re not communicating well, diseases will show up. –Dr. Monisha Bhanote

Show Notes:

Takeaways

  • Pathology is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

  • Chronic stress can lead to sympathetic dominance, affecting digestion and health.

  • Gut health is intricately linked to mental health through the gut-brain axis, and can impact mood and cognition.

  • Integrative medicine combines conventional and complementary approaches for holistic care.

  • Lifestyle factors significantly influence health outcomes, including menopause, inflammation, and bone health.

  • Autoimmune diseases often start in the gut and can be influenced by environmental factors.

  • A functional approach to health emphasizes prevention and dietary changes.

  • Plant-based diets can help reduce inflammation and improve health outcomes.

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