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Kitchen Talk with Dr. Nettie

A short-form video series with Dr. Annette "Dr. Nettie" Sacksteder, bringing clinical knowledge into everyday life. Each episode covers practical health tips on food, nutrition, lifestyle, and the small choices that add up.

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Explore the World of Kitchen Herbalism

Food is medicine, and your kitchen is where it starts. Delicious recipes for every season, rooted in whole foods and the wisdom of using ingredients with intention, plus a short video so you can see exactly how it comes together. Cook along, taste the difference, and discover how everyday ingredients can support how you feel.

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Health Benefits of Dancing

Dancing is a fun and uplifting way to boost your health! It improves flexibility, balance, and heart health, while increasing blood circulation by engaging large muscle groups in rhythmic movement—this helps deliver oxygen and nutrients to tissues, remove waste, and regulate blood pressure. Dancing also boosts energy and mood by releasing endorphins, which relieve pain and promote well-being, and stimulates neurotransmitters like dopamine for motivation and oxytocin for social connection. 

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Dr. Sacksteder’s Bowl of Life Salad

This recipe and Dr. S. were featured on NPR’S Lifekit Podcast.

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