The Natural Nurse and Dr. Z

The Natural Nurse and Dr. Z - Marando Farms- Sustainable Communities - 05/13/13

Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, www.naturalnurse.com interviews Chelsea Marando. Chelsea’s background includes a BA in American History, studies in Environmental Sciences, Marine biology, Bio-fuels, and Agrisciences. Chelsea and her family faced economic ruin when both she and her husband lost their jobs. Chelsea really grabbed the bull by the horns, and turned challenge into opportunity. She rallied her resources and decided to rebuild by establishing Marando farms. Marando Farms is the only working farm in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. A 1 acre urban farm in downtown Fort Lauderdale, Marando has become a hub resource in the community, with 42 rescued farm animals; fresh organic food grown through hydroponics, aquacultures and soil based methods, a monthly co-op, CSA (community supported agriculture), bee- keeping, rain harvesting, initiation of community gardens with schools, churches and private/public organizations. Marando Farm Helps organizations foster the passion of where food comes from and how to grow it. www.marandofarms.com

The Natural Nurse and Dr Z - 05/07/13

Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD RN, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Christopher Ochner PhD. Dr. Ochner is a leading researcher on nutrition and the brain at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and the New YorkObesityNutritionResearchCenter. Along with Harvard-trained neurologist Richard Isaacson MD , an associate professor of clinical neurology specializing in Alzheimer's disease at University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Dr Ochner coauthored  The Alzheimer's Diet: A Step-by-Step Nutritional Approach for Memory Loss Prevention and Treatment. Learn more at www.TheADplan.com/alzheimersdiet.htm orhttp://www.alzheimersdiet.com/.

The Natural Nurse and Dr. Z - Integrative Medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center - 04/30/13

Dr. Eugene Zampieron, ND, MH, www.drznatually.com, interviews Woodson Merrell, M.D.

Dr. Merrell is an integrative physician based in Manhattan and author (with his wife, Kathleen) of Power Up: Unleash Your Natural Energy, Power Up Your Health and Feel 10 Years Younger. Merrell is chairman of the Department of Integrative Medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center, Manhattan campus of Albert Einstein College of Medicine and an assistant clinical professor of medicine at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Merrell is a founder of iwellville.com.

The Natural Nurse and Dr Z - 04/23/13

Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, AHG, AHN-BC, www.naturalnurse.com interviews JJ Virgin, CNS, CHFS. JJ Virgin is a top fitness and nutrition expert, and media personality. Her 25 years in the health and fitness industry, with a focus on holistic nutrition and functional medicine, have earned JJ recognition as the go-to weight loss expert who can unlock the door to lifelong weight management through a sensible, no-fail approach to nutrition and fitness. JJ is author of NY Times bestseller The Virgin Diet: Drop 7 Foods, Lose 7 Pounds, Just 7 Days. The Virgin Diet has also been a bestseller in The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, the Chicago Tribune, and numerous other media outlets. JJ is also the author of Six Weeks to Sleeveless and Sexy, and co-starred on the TLC reality series, “Freaky Eaters”. Contact: http://jjvirgin.com

The Natural Nurse and Dr Z - Inspiration at Any Age - 04/16/13

Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, www.naturalnurse.com, intermvews. Mavis Albin. Mavis is 76-years-old and a native of Livingston,Louisiana. She was born into a family of five boys and learned to play ball at an early age. She began playing basketball in seventh grade and was on the high school team in eighth grade. Before graduating in 1954, Mavis made all district and all parish as a high school athlete. She then married and worked in the family business as well as raising three children for the next 32 years. She retired in 1992. Mavis then read about the Senior Games and decided to get involved in basketball again. She played on the team that won the gold medal in 1993 - thanks to her 3-point shot at the buzzer that made the team the winners by one point! Mavis currently has four United States national gold medals, and 68 state and regional tournament gold medals. On Today's show, Mavis will talk about inspiration at any age, that is an important step towards health and longevity. To view the trailer for Age of Champions, go to:www.ageofchampions.org.  To learn more about the Celadrin Tigerettes, visit:www.celadrininfo.com/tigerettes.html. To get details on the National Senior Games, visit:www.nsga.com.

The Natural Nurse and Dr. Z - The Thyroid Solution - 04/10/13

Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Ridha Arem, M.D.. Dr. Arem is an endocrinologist and Director of the Texas Thyroid Institute in Houston, Texas. Dr. Arem trained in Paris at CochinHospital and College de France with Professor Raymond Michel, a researcher involved in the discovery of T3, the active form of thyroid hormone. He also studied at SouthBaltimoreGeneralHospital and JohnsHopkinsHospital, and completed his fellowship in endocrinology at Baylor College of Medicine, where he is a clinical professor of medicine. He is a fellow of the AmericanCollege of Physicians, fellow of the AmericanCollege of Endocrinology, and a long standing member of the American Thyroid Association. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology and Metabolism. He served as chief of endocrinology and metabolism at BenTaub GeneralHospital in Houston for many years and is the author of the ground-breaking best-seller The Thyroid Solution. Contact: www.aremwellness.com

The Natural Nurse and Dr. Z - 04/02/13

Host Dr. Eugene Zampieron, ND, MH, www.drznaturally.com, interviews Michael T. Murray ND. Dr. Murray  is a naturopathic physician regarded as one of the world's top authorities on natural medicine. An educator, lecturer, researcher, and health food industry consultant, he is the author of more than 30 books, including his newest with coauthor Joseph Pizzorno ND, The Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine (Atria, Third Edition, 2012). Contact: http://www.drmurray.com/

The Natural Nurse and Dr Z - 4 Pillars of Health: Heart Disease - 03/26/13

Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD RN, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews David Foreman RPh. David Forman is well recognized as correspondent and radio host of the syndicated show, “The Herbal Pharmacist. He is a registered pharmacist and author. David is well versed on the healing powers of herbs, vitamins and other natural supplements. Foreman is a graduate of the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy and is author of, “4 Pillars of Health: Heart Disease.” He is also author of The Herbal Pharmacist Newsletter distributed exclusively through The Vitamin Shoppe. Foreman is a frequent speaker at some of America’s leading universities, medical groups and hospitals on the subject

of natural health and healing. His shift from traditional pharmacist to herbal pharmacist was based on his belief that education is the key to the understanding that natural health plays a vital roll in traditional medicine, and should also be included in conventional medicine protocols. He has dedicated his entire career to educating consumers about the benefits and power behind natural herbs and supplements. Contact: http://www.herbalpharmacist.com

The Natural Nurse and Dr Z - Eating for Cancer Survival - 03/12/13

Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD RN, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Dr. Christine
Horner, MD. Christine Horner, MD is a nationally known surgeon,
professional speaker and author of Waking the Warrior Goddess:
Dr. Christine Horner’s Program to Protect Against and Fight Breast
Cancer-- She holds two board certifications: the National Board of Surgery,
and the National Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Horner was recognized as a
leader in her field shortly after starting her plastic and reconstructive
surgery practice because she successfully ran a national campaign to pass
laws requiring insurance companies to pay for breast reconstruction surgery
following mastectomy. Her campaign involves several meetings with
President Clinton and other political figures. On today’s show, Dr Horner
discusses three essential supplements and three essential vitamins that
should be incorporated in anyone’s cancer-prevention diet. She will also
fill in the information gaps when it comes to dietary supplements and
highlight the important guidelines recently issued by the American Cancer
Society. www.drchristinehorner.com

The Natural Nurse and Dr. Z - 03/05/13

Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, AHG, AHN-BC, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Nutritionist Brenda Watson. For more than 20 years, Brenda Watson, C.N.C. has dedicated her career to helping people achieve vibrant, lasting health through improved digestive function. A dynamic health advocate, she is among the foremost authorities in America today on optimum nutrition and digestion, natural detoxification methods, and herbal internal cleansing. A New York Times best-selling author and seven books later, Brenda continues to educate people about the digestive connection to total-body health. Brenda’s high-energy, no-nonsense approach to bodily functions has made her a popular presenter on PBS and a frequent health expert on national television. Her fifth PBS special, “Heart of Perfect Health” currently airs nationally. For more information visit, http://www.brendawatson.com