Welcome to another episode of Health Unlocked: The Power of Salutogenesis! Today, we’re celebrating an incredible milestone – our podcast has entered the top 250 in Apple's health and fitness category in the U.S.! Your host, Jasen Petersen, is here to explore revolutionary concepts in healthcare. Jasen will introduce us to "Kratogenesis" and "Salutogenesis," two contrasting approaches to health interventions. From crash diets and Botox to intermittent fasting and novel wound healing technologies, we'll dive deep into how these methods align with or disrupt our natural body processes.

In this episode, we’ll discuss the groundbreaking Ion Gel ZCM25, which is showing promise in treating severe diabetic wounds and combatting antimicrobial resistance. Jasen will detail its innovative mechanism and potential beyond wound healing, from environmental sterilization to post-exposure infection control.

We’ll also highlight the looming crisis of antibiotic resistance and the untapped potential of Salutogenic therapies. Get ready to explore the intersection of cutting-edge science and natural health with us on this exciting episode!

Timestamps:
00:00 Mom linked caffeine, nicotine to impactful drug talk.
06:22 Medical interventions can be beneficial yet harmful.
09:28 Keto diet: high fat, low carbs, potential risks.
12:43 Ion Gel ZCM25: Effective, dual-action antimicrobial, supports healing.
16:18 High drug costs impede US market entry.
20:17 Diabetic wounds foreshadow antibiotic-resistant future crisis.
23:08 Focus on climate change over antimicrobial resistance.
25:30 Ion gel: effective, safe, counteracts overuse issues.
31:44 Zinc and copper enable enzyme functionality under stress.
32:46 Ion gels conditionally manage oxidative stress effectively.
38:55 Standard care first, then new treatments considered.
39:58 Rapid wound healing in diabetics with ion gel.
43:07 GLPs discovered for multiple treatments beyond initial use.
48:14 Salutogenic drugs may outperform cryogenic counterparts effectively.
51:41 Show notes include links to Ion Foundation.

3 Fun Facts:
1. The podcast "Health Unlocked: The Power of Salutogensis" has entered the top 250 in Apple’s health and fitness category in the U.S.
2. The ion gel ZCM25, containing expired cosmetic products, healed a severe diabetic wound rapidly in Eduardo's case.
3. The active ingredient in the ion gel ("eyeball") has the potential to revolutionize infection control by being used safely in occupied spaces without causing harm to people.

Show Website - https://powerofsalutogenesis.com/

Ionic Alliance Foundation Website - https://iaf.care/

Jasen Petersen's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasenepetersen/

TopHealth Media Website - https://tophealth.care/

Welcome to "Health Unlocked: The Power of Salutogenesis", your go-to podcast for decoding the pathways to optimal health and well-being! In today's episode, host Jasen Petersen unpacks the intriguing concept of Salutogenesis—a groundbreaking approach introduced by medical sociologist Aaron Antonovsky in the late 1970s.

Unlike traditional healthcare, which often zeroes in on treating diseases, Salutogenesis focuses on how we maintain and move towards health, even amidst life's challenges. We'll explore the health continuum, delve into the key components of a "sense of coherence"—comprehensibility, manageability, and meaningfulness—and discuss how this proactive philosophy can work harmoniously with conventional medical practices.

Jasen will offer a systems-oriented perspective, elucidate the balance concept akin to a eudemonic scale, and share inspiring case studies, including the remarkable recovery of a diabetic patient through Salutogenic principles. Together, we'll examine the historical context, current challenges, and the promising future of a health-focused approach that prioritizes resilience and holistic well-being.

Tune in as we discuss how society can shift from reactive disease management to fostering health, the role of nutrition, exercise, and stress management, and even the burgeoning field of ion biotechnology. Whether you're a healthcare professional or someone keen on elevating your health journey, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. Let's unlock the secrets to thriving health, right here on "Health Unlocked: The Power of Salutogenesis"!

Timestamps:
00:00 Discussing salutogenesis, contrasting traditional healthcare focus.
05:00 Stress balance determines positive or negative adaptation.
09:51 Ancient health was natural; today it's intentional.
12:29 Salutogenesis complements, doesn't replace, conventional medicine.
16:17 Changed ecosystem and habits hinder healthy eating.
20:56 Salutogenic treatment healed runner's wound rapidly.
24:43 Is scientific evidence available for this approach?
25:39 Nutrition, exercise, stress management improve resilience and health.
28:54 Supplements, drugs: Salutogenic approach or not?
32:40 Incentives needed for better nutrition and health.
39:07 Fewer side effects; detoxification may cause reactions.
40:39 Body clears junk, causing tiredness and sleepiness.
44:50 Insurance incentivizes exercise for systemic change.

3 Fun Facts:
1. The concept of salutogenesis was introduced by Aaron Antonovsky, who shifted the focus from disease treatment to maintaining and promoting health.
2. Jasen shared a compelling case where a salutogenic approach helped a diabetic patient named Eduardo avoid amputation by eliminating microbes and increasing nutrients to heal a wound.
3. Insurance companies are beginning to incentivize healthy behaviors, signaling a move toward promoting salutogenic practices in the healthcare system.

Show Website - https://powerofsalutogenesis.com/

Ionic Alliance Foundation Website - https://iaf.care/

Jasen Petersen's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasenepetersen/

TopHealth Media Website - https://tophealth.care/

Today, we are thrilled to have Jasen Petersen, starting his brand new show: Health Unlocked - The Power of Salutogenesis. Jasen, a medical device engineer with a fascinating background in laser lithotripsy systems, shares his incredible journey from growing up in diverse cultures around the world to becoming a passionate advocate for health and wellness. He discusses how personal family health crises motivated his transition from aerospace to medical devices and ultimately to founding two groundbreaking nonprofit organizations: the Ionic Alliance Foundation and Eudaimonia HFC.

In this episode, Jasen delves into how consistent daily habits like optimal nutrition and exercise can lead to transformative health results, debunking the myth that severe conditions like cancer can be quickly cured through drastic measures. He shares a poignant personal anecdote about the fear and costly treatments experienced during illness, which fueled his mission to reduce healthcare exploitation.

We explore the powerful placebo effect, the potential healing impact of practices like prayer, and the critical importance of integrating both conventional and alternative medicines. Jasen introduces us to salutogenesis and his innovative work with "ion biotechnology," aiming to enhance cellular health naturally. The discussion is rich with insights into how small, consistent lifestyle changes are more sustainable for long-term health than extreme treatments.

Join us as we uncover Jasen’s fascinating story, his research on health, and the inspirational work of his foundations in promoting wellness beyond the mere absence of disease. Don’t miss this thought-provoking episode, available now on all major podcast platforms and in video format on YouTube and our show website.

Timestamps:
00:00 Born in New York, grew up overseas.
05:44 First struggle with fear of death, young.
07:26 Career shift from missiles to medical lasers.
12:59 Founded a nonprofit to promote healthy living.
16:09 Eudaimonia: human flourishing through continuous growth.
20:45 Developing technology for enhancing bioavailability of ions.
24:10 Ancestral medicine studied for treating chronic diseases.
25:25 Eudaimonia aims to prevent diseases through lifestyle.
30:58 Profit-driven medicine, high costs hinder cancer treatment.
32:44 Cancer increase linked to higher modern toxic load.
37:12 Healing takes time; unrealistic to expect immediacy.
42:51 Placebo triggers healing; brain adapts, effect fades.
45:08 Placebo effect can trigger healing processes.
47:28 Conventional and alternative medicine should coexist.

3 Fun Facts:

1. Jasen Petersen's early entrepreneurial venture involved selling candy in his neighborhood, inspired by his father and access to liquidation stock from a family friend.
2. Eudaimonia HFC incorporates ninja warrior and parkour activities to promote brain health, which have become particularly popular with children.
3. Jasen completed dual degrees in aeronautical and mechanical engineering from UC Davis and has lived in diverse places like Belgium, Greece, and Bahrain, showcasing his adaptability.

Show Website - https://powerofsalutogenesis.com/

Ionic Alliance Foundation Website - https://iaf.care/

Jasen Petersen's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasenepetersen/

TopHealth Media Website - https://tophealth.care/