Authentically Shawna

IV Therapy with James Astrero | S2E18

James Astrero, Nurse Practitioner (NP-C), one of Dr. Shawna's providers, joins her on today's episode.  James owns IV Bungalow in Long Beach (Naples neighborhood), CA. He discusses what IV therapy is, common reason to receive IV therapy, and key ingredients to look for if you are interested in getting an IV. To find out more about working James and his team, click here [https://ivbungalow.com/].  #authenticallyshawna #ivtherapy #vitamins #recovery #myerscocktail

The Stress Epidemic with Dr. Richard Gerardo | S2E17

Dr. Richard Gerardo, D.C. (Doctor of Chiropractic), one of Dr. Shawna's providers, joins her on today's episode.  Dr. Gerardo discusses the number one factor he sees impacting health: chronic stress. He shares how he learned about structural stress through the Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT), explains the difference between acute and chronic stressors, and describes how he has seen our society shift toward increased stress over the last 25 years. If you are interested in working with Dr. Gerardo, please contact his office at either the Burbank or Thousand Oaks location here [https://drgerardo.com/].  #authenticallyshawna #stress #aging #nervoussystemregulation #sacrooccipitaltechnique

Ozone Therapy with Dr. Laurel Kwon | S2E16

Dr. Laurel Kwon, ND (Naturopathic Doctor), one of Dr. Shawna's providers, joins her on today's episode.  Dr. Laurel discusses one of her favorite modalities, ozone therapy. She shares how it works, its benefits, and why it is safe and effective for almost all patients. She also discussed food sensitivity screening, liver detoxification, hormones through the female lifespan, and the key bone density (hint: it has to do with blood pH). If you are interested in working with Dr. Laurel, please contact the Cohn Health Institute [https://cohnhealthinstitute.com/dr-laurel-kwon-nd/] located in Costa Mesa, CA.  #authenticallyshawna #naturopathicmedicine #ozonetherapy #optimizinghormones #foodsensitivity

Artistic Entrepreneurship with Lyndell Higgins | S2E15

Lyndell Higgins, actor, singer, dancer, artist, teacher, and entrepreneur, joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode.  As a business owner, Lyndell incorporates her artistic background into her daily life. Lyndell shares how her theater and teaching background shape her life as an entrepreneur from the hiring process to communicating with her employees to letting an employee go. She believes that artistry is not limited to traditional forms; rather, it encompasses creativity in problem-solving and innovation. #authenticallyshawna #artistry #entrepreneurship #creativity

The American Heart Association with Melissa Turner | S2E14

Melissa Turner, Impact Campaign Development Director at the American Heart Association (AHA), joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode.  Melissa shares the history and evolution of the AHA, the impact of the Go Red for Women campaign for women's heart and brain health research, and the AHA's role in health advocacy.   Dr. Shawna is a 2026 Woman of Impact Nominee through the AHA. She is fundraising for women's heart health research. Click here [https://www2.heart.org/site/TR;jsessionid=00000000.app30010a?px=30987510&fr_id=12903&pg=personal&NONCE_TOKEN=CE80A09424562A57CE701648915E7AB7]to donate from now until April 9, 2026. If you would like to donate past April 9, you can donate to the Go Red for Women campaign here [https://www.goredforwomen.org/en/].  Links that support the podcast discussion:  -How is women's heart health different from men's heart health? [https://www.heart.org/en/news/2024/02/09/the-slowly-evolving-truth-about-heart-disease-and-women] -How has CPR training changed and where can people learn the most up to date technique? [https://cpr.heart.org/en/] -Life's Essential 8 [https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-lifestyle/lifes-essential-8]