The Power of Lifestyle, Sleep and Support Systems | EP048

In this episode, Dr. María del C Colon-Gonzalez, founder of saludRevisited and a Functional Integrative Medicine Physician, joined us. Dr. María brings a holistic approach to diabetes, focusing on mindset, healthy habits, emotional wellness, and support systems to help you take control of your health.
we look into how building a positive mindset, prioritising emotional wellness and quality sleep, making strategic lifestyle changes, and developing a strong support system can help reduce insulin resistance and improve your overall wellness.

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SUMMARY NOTES:
1. Mindset and Healthy Habits: Dr. María shares insights on the power of mindset in creating sustainable lifestyle changes, encouraging viewers and listeners to shift their perspective and build lasting, healthy habits.
2. Emotional Wellness and Quality Sleep: Learn how emotional wellness and sleep quality can directly impact blood sugar levels and overall diabetes management. Dr. María offers practical tips for managing stress and improving sleep.
3. Physical Activity: Discover the role of physical activity in managing diabetes and improving insulin sensitivity. Dr. María explains how to integrate movement into daily life, even with a busy schedule.
4. Understanding and Reducing Insulin Resistance: Dr. María breaks down what insulin resistance is, why it’s critical to address, and how lifestyle changes like diet, physical activity, and stress management can help.
5. The Importance of a Support System: Explore why having a supportive network is essential in managing diabetes. Dr. María provides tips for building and maintaining strong, positive relationships to support your health journey.

ABOUT THE GUEST:
Dr. María founded saludRevisited, an Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine practice in Texas.
While in residency, Dr. María realized the many missing links in the care she provided to her patients. She noticed patients would visit the office for medication refills but not necessarily live healthier. After four years in practice, she completed her training in Lifestyle Medicine; then she retrained as a yoga instructor. She is also trained in culinary medicine and plant-based nutrition.
In 2021, she started her Integrative Medicine fellowship since she believes patients deserve holistic care. She is a trauma-informed physician, recognizing that the events of harm to one's life have affected the body, mind, and spirit. Her approach to care is "your body tells a story, and you can rewrite the narrative." She is the author of Healing the Wounds of Medicine: Stories and Journaling for Physicians.
Website: https://www.saludrevisited.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saludrevisited/

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