The Effects of Trauma on Your Health & How to Fix it

In this episode of Through the Trauma Podcast, Amber Larkins speaks with Dr. Momoko Uno, a doctor of integrative medicine, about the growing awareness and acceptance of functional and holistic health practices. They discuss the importance of nutrition, the impact of trauma on physical health, and the challenges of raising healthy eaters in a world filled with processed foods. Dr. Uno shares her insights on the benefits of integrative medicine, the role of diet in healing, and practical tips for parents dealing with picky eaters. In this conversation, Momoko Uno and Amber Larkins discuss the challenges of introducing healthy foods to children, the impact of diet on mental health and trauma, and the importance of mindset in healing. They explore how a balanced diet can aid recovery from trauma and illness, the role of media in shaping perceptions of health, and the hope for reform in America's food industry. Momoko shares her insights on the resilience of the body and the significance of maintaining a positive outlook for health outcomes. Takeaways Functional medicine is gaining popularity and acceptance. Trauma has a significant impact on physical health. Integrative medicine combines various healing modalities. Nutrition plays a crucial role in overall health. Listening to patients is essential in healthcare. Antibiotics are often overprescribed and misused. Fever can be a natural response to infection. Whole foods are better for mental and physical health. Picky eaters can be managed with creative cooking. Parents face challenges in providing healthy diets for children. Introducing vegetables to children can be a gradual process. Finding motivation for healthy eating can be challenging, especially for kids. Diet can significantly impact mental health and trauma recovery. The body has the ability to heal itself over time with proper nutrition. Mindset plays a crucial role in the healing process. Patients need to be reminded that they are not just statistics. Denial can sometimes serve as a coping mechanism that aids survival. Media consumption can negatively affect mental health and perceptions of reality. There is hope for health reform in America regarding food safety and education. It's never too late to change your diet and improve your health. To Learn More about  Momoko Uno  https://www.omniwellnessnyc.com To Learn More about Amber Larkins Listen to Other Episodes of Through The Trauma Podcast  On APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/through-the-trauma-podcast/id1673698956 ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4mjPVR2JXTCJdE46dBvLKT?si=FHX9WJUbSdyhsKpIp66lNA ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@amberlarkinsempowerography?si=Q98M0qLPiE9zRA_w Follow us on Social Media Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/empowerographyfiles/  https://www.instagram.com/the_amber_larkins/  Facebook Fitography Files Business Page  Https://www.facebook.com/fitographyfiles/ Personal Page  https://www.facebook.com/amber.larkins.39/  YouTUBE https://www.youtube.com/@amberlarkinsempowerography  LINKED IN  https://www.linkedin.com/in/amber-larkins-43529986/ Twitter  https://twitter.com/Fitographyfiles TIKTOK https://www.tiktok.com/@empowerography  Learn To Build Impactful Content Join Our Free Facebook Group  Empowering Content with a Purpose https://www.facebook.com/groups/663655081742018  Want to further your impact through content?  Get your free Content Strategy Session - BOOK HERE https://calendly.com/launchyourlegacy/content-consultation  Keywords integrative medicine, functional medicine, holistic health, nutrition, trauma, wellness, herbal medicine, dietary choices, mental health, acupuncture, parenting, nutrition, childhood trauma, holistic health, mindset, healing, diet, mental health, food education, health reform