What does it take to live a long healthy life? In this episode, Dr. Amy Rothenberg shares how a combination of stress management, increasing exercise and smart diet choices can support you in creating lasting health by harnessing the natural ability that your body has to heal. Cancer has touched the lives of so many people. Dr. Rothenberg’s latest book focuses on creating lasting health once in recovery from cancer treatment. Through her work and countless medical studies, she has found that supporting a thriving life is based on the same few easy to implement ideas.
In this episode we chat about:
Dr. Amy & Paula’s personal connection to cancer and the impact it has had on their lives.
How your body already has the power to heal.
The benefits of naturopathy in comparison to conventional medicine.
The mindset of becoming well & healthy.
Understanding your life’s mission to thrive.
And so much more!
Dr. Rothenberg has practiced naturopathic medicine since 1986. The American Association of Naturopathic Physicians, 2017 Physician of the Year, she is currently president of the Massachusetts Society of Naturopathic Doctors. She was the longtime medical editor for the Institute of Natural Medicine. She spearheaded the successful licensure effort in Massachusetts
When diagnosed with cancer, Dr. Rothenberg sought care at a renowned teaching hospital and had a naturopathic doctor dream team. Her book, You Finished Treatment, Now What? A Field Guide for Cancer Survivors is a roadmap for lifestyle and natural medicine to address health challenges that persist after care, and to reduce risk of recurrence.
In her spare time, Dr. Rothenberg putters in her art studio, plays guitar, and spends time with family and friends. Dr. Rothenberg has worked with Paul Herscu ND, MPH since 1986. They raised three wonderful children, and enjoy the good life in Western Massachusetts.
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https://www.instagram.com/dramybethrothenberg/
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Timestamps:(02:30) Dr. Amy Rothenburg shares her life story, from losing both her parents before the age of 17 to her career in medicine as a naturopathic doctor treating cancer patients and cancer survivors.
(11:11) The benefits of naturopathy over conventional medicine.
(15:00) The philosophy of naturopathic cancer treatment.
(20:50) Increasing the amount of exercise, increases your likelihood of living a long healthy
(23:22) How exercise supports your ability to process stress.
(28:30) Using the online space to do things that are good for them in health & exercise.
(31:30) Entrepreneurship, auto-immune or chronic illness onset.
(33:00) Advice for a healthy lifestyle as a business owner.
(44:10) You are modelling behaviours when you choose healthy choices and movements.
