Beyond the Stereotypes: Identifying and Treating Eating Disorders in Adults
In this episode of Medicine 3.0, Dr. Catherine Isaac sits down with Dr. Rebecca Berens, a board-certified family medicine physician and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, to explore a topic that is underdiagnosed, often misunderstood, and highly prevalent: adult eating disorders.Dr. Berens shares her unique clinical perspective as well as her personal experience with disordered eating. Together, they unpack:The difference between disordered eating and diagnosed eating disordersCommon misconceptions that lead to missed diagnoses in adultsHow weight bias and cultural norms shape care (and miscare)Red flags clinicians should recognizeThe medical complications of chronic restriction, including bone and muscle lossThe overlap between eating disorders, GI symptoms, ADHD, PCOS, and moreWhat truly evidence-based, weight-inclusive care looks likeWhere patients and providers can turn for trustworthy resourcesWhether you're a provider looking to improve your approach or someone navigating your own relationship with food, this conversation is full of insight, compassion, and practical takeaways.
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The Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause with Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein
Join host Dr. Catherine Isaac as she speaks with orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein about the often overlooked musculoskeletal impacts of menopause. Learn how declining estrogen levels affect joints, bones, and muscles, contributing to conditions like frozen shoulder (which predominantly affects women aged 40-60), accelerated arthritis, and faster bone density loss. Dr. Wittstein shares treatment approaches, the importance of strength training during menopause, and lifestyle modifications to support musculoskeletal health. Whether you're experiencing unexplained joint pain or want to be proactive about your bone health, this episode provides valuable insights into managing this under-discussed aspect of menopause.
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The Science of Sarcopenia: How Muscle Mass Predicts Healthy Aging
In this enlightening conversation, Bionic Health's Dr. Jared Pelo sits down with Dr. William Evans, Professor of Human Nutrition at UC Berkeley and pioneering researcher in the field of sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss).What You'll Learn:Why muscle mass might be the most important predictor of healthy agingThe revolutionary D3 creatine dilution method that accurately measures functional muscle massHow much muscle is needed to maintain mobility as we ageThe strong connection between muscle mass and cognitive functionPractical strategies to maintain and build muscle at any ageDr. Evans shares groundbreaking research showing that muscle is truly "the currency of aging," affecting everything from mobility and fall risk to cognitive function and insulin sensitivity. Discover why resistance training is effective even for 90-year-olds and why adequate protein intake becomes increasingly important as we age.This conversation offers valuable insights for anyone looking to optimize their health through evidence-based approaches to muscle maintenance - a key factor in Bionic Health's mission to enable optimal health for all.🔍 About Dr. William Evans: Professor of Human Nutrition at University of California Berkeley with an adjunct appointment at Duke University's geriatrics program. Dr. Evans coined the term "sarcopenia" and has been at the forefront of research into age-related muscle loss for decades.📱 Follow Bionic Health: Website: https://bionichealth.com Instagram: @bionichealth Twitter: @bionichealth#OptimalHealth #HealthyAging #Sarcopenia #MuscleHealth #PreventativeMedicine #BionicHealth
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Data-Driven Fitness: Leveraging Performance Testing for Personalized Results
Join Bionic Health advisors Kelly and Anna as they break down the science and benefits of comprehensive performance testing. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just beginning your health journey, discover how establishing baseline measurements across multiple fitness domains can transform your approach to exercise.In this episode, learn about:- The complete performance testing protocol at Bionic Health- How VO2 Max testing measures your cardiovascular fitness- Strength and mobility assessments that predict healthy aging- Why power testing matters (and what your vertical jump reveals!)- How often you should retest to track meaningful progress"There's really no pressure to get any certain score right off the bat. It's just getting more information that's valuable for how to improve looking forward." - Anna, Bionic Health AdvisorReady to establish your fitness baseline? Contact your Bionic Health advisor today to schedule your performance testing session.
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Fighting Heart Disease Like Cancer: Prevention Strategies with Dr. Mike McConnell
Join Dr. Jared Pelo as he interviews cardiologist Dr. Mike McConnell about revolutionizing our approach to heart disease. Dr. McConnell shares insights from his book "Fight Heart Disease Like Cancer," explaining why we should detect and treat cardiovascular disease early, just as we do with cancer. Learn about cutting-edge screening tools including coronary calcium scans, retinal imaging with AI, and CT angiograms. Discover how technology and lifestyle modifications can help prevent heart attacks and strokes before they happen. As a Stanford cardiologist and former Google researcher, Dr. McConnell brings unique expertise in both clinical practice and health technology innovation. This conversation could save your life or the life of someone you love.
Bionic Health is on a mission to help everyone, everywhere, have optimal health. Join us as we discuss with experts, physicians, scientists and patients on how you can have optimal health.
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