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Stress for Success

Have we gotten the story on stress wrong? In The Stress Paradox, you’ll discover the latest science indicating the answer is yes, and that by incorporating five essential good stressors, we can unlock a sharper mind, improved mood, healthier gut, and reduced risk of common chronic diseases.

Available 3.25.2025

Available
3.25.2025

Accolades for Dr. Sharon's previous work

This is the best weight management information I've ever received. Love that it's based on up-to-date science...Knowing the reasons for adapting healthy habits makes it a lot more motivational to do rather than just being told to do healthy things because they're healthy.

- Greeka F., student of Dr. Sharon's Coursera course on Weight Management

Quality seems the best word to describe all aspects of this podcast. Dr. Bergquist is extremely knowledgeable and possesses a modest and approachable style...she's always bringing in exceptional guests, often covering topics not found elsewhere. It is quality to the core! 

- 5-Star Review of Dr. Sharon's podcast, The Whole Health Cure

Dr. Bergquist goes above and beyond with the words and advice she gives in order to ensure that our bodies are healed and restored in the most natural ways... 

- 5-Star Review of Dr. Sharon's podcast, The Whole Health Cure

A Shift toward whole food, plant-based eating is likely the single greatest investment you can make in the promise of your own longevity and vitality...Plantology expertly, thoroughly, and enticingly provides you the what, the why, and the many delicious details of how.

- David L. Katz, MD, MPH, reviewing Dr. Sharons' first book, Plantology

Hi I’m Dr. Sharon Bergquist, a Yale and Harvard-trained internal medicine physician and scientist, with nearly three decades of experience working at the forefront of preventive care, healthy aging and lifestyle medicine.

My mission is to empower you to take control of your health and offer the support you need to live a happier, healthier life. 

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