Healing Steps to Wellness Podcast

A Lifestyle Medicine & Functional Medicine Podcast for Whole-Person Health

Hosted by Meiping Liu and Dr. Jengyu Lai, the show explores evidence-based lifestyle medicine, functional medicine, regenerative medicine, and biomechanics to help listeners prevent chronic disease, improve mobility, and optimize long-term wellness.

Each episode translates clinical science into practical daily habits that support metabolic health, immune resilience, healthy aging, wound healing, and foot and ankle function.

Our approach consists of 7 Healthy Lifestyle Pillars that we strongly value.

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Join us for a powerful LinkedIn Live conversation on healing, food sovereignty, and Indigenous wisdom in action. In this episode of Healing Steps to Wellness, Dr Jengyu Lai & Mei Liu explore how traditional foods, cultural teachings, and community-driven policy are helping reclaim health in Native communities. Our guests Former President Jonathan Nez & First[...]
Mei Liu, Dr Jengyu Lai Healing Steps to Wellness Discover the habits that could change how you age in this highlight from the 2026 Health & Wellness Symposium. In this conversation, Dr. Jengyu Lai and Mei Liu reflect on practical, science-backed ways to support longevity, vitality, muscle health, brain health, gut health, and healthy living[...]
Mei Liu, Dr Jengyu Lai, Dr Laura Rhaney Healing Steps to Wellness How can busy adults eat for longevity without spending hours in the kitchen? In this conversation, Dr. Jengyu Lai and Mei Liu speak with Dr. Laura Rhaney about practical, evidence-based strategies for building a plant-forward diet, improving healthspan, and making sustainable nutrition changes[...]
In this inspiring conversation, Tiffany Olson shares her journey from working as an X-ray technologist and project manager at Mayo Clinic to becoming a powerful force in her community through nonprofit leadership, volunteer service, and whole-person wellness advocacy. Tiffany discusses her work with Elder Network, Lotus Health Foundation, and the Small Business Referral Group (SBR),[...]
Mei Liu, Dr Jengyu Lai, Dr. Neal Barnard Healing Steps to Wellness Discover how a low‑fat, whole‑food plant‑based diet can transform your blood sugar, weight, and long‑term health in as little as three weeks with Dr. Neal Barnard. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Barnard shares the research behind plant‑based nutrition for type 2 diabetes, heart[...]
In this heartfelt episode of Healing Steps To Wellness, Mei Liu and Dr. Jengyu Lai sit down with Suzanne Koepplinger, the early funder and champion who helped them secure seed grants to launch the very first Lotus Health Foundation Community One Symposium and gala more than 10 years ago. Together, they reflect on those beginnings[...]
Mei Liu, Dr Jengyu Lai, Dr. Joel Fuhrman Healing Steps to Wellness Discover how world‑renowned physician and bestselling author Dr. Joel Fuhrman helps patients reduce or eliminate medications by using a Nutritarian, food‑as‑medicine approach. In this in‑depth conversation with hosts Mei Liu and Dr. Jengyu Lai on Healing Step to Wellness, he shares his journey[...]
In this powerful episode of Healing Step to Wellness, hosts Dr. Jengyu Lai and Mei sit down with triple board–certified gastroenterologist and best-selling author Dr. Will Bulsiewicz (“Dr. B”) to unpack the missing links between leaky gut, chronic inflammation, and autoimmune disease. You’ll hear Dr. B explain how the gut barrier works, what “leaky gut”[...]
In this episode of the Healing Steps to Wellness podcast, we share a powerful real life story of diagnosis, lifestyle change, and renewed health. Guest Steve Thompson discusses how a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis shortly before retirement became a turning point rather than an endpoint. Facing strong family history and rising health risks, he explains[...]
In this episode of “Healing Step to Wellness,” Dr. J and May sit down with Dr. Robert Kornfeld, a pioneer in functional podiatric medicine, to explore how treating the whole person—not just the foot—can radically change outcomes for chronic foot and ankle pain. Dr. Kornfeld shares his unconventional journey from aspiring rock star to[...]
Mei Liu, Dr Jengyu Lai, Dr. Paul Min Healing Steps to Wellness Breathing is something we do all day without thinking about it—but what if changing how you breathe could support your brain, your mood, and even your long‑term risk for dementia? In this episode of Healing Step 2 Wellness, Dr. J and Mei sit[...]
In this episode of Hearing Steps Wellness, Dr. J and Mei dive into how food truly acts as medicine for your body, brain, and long-term health. They unpack why nutrition is the foundation of the six pillars of a healthy lifestyle and why you really can’t outrun a bad diet. You’ll learn: What “nutrient-dense”[...]
Many professionals feel they “don’t have time” for regular workouts, yet they worry about losing muscle, strength, and energy. This live session with Dr. J explores the concept of “Zero‑Time Fitness” — integrating brief, strength‑supporting movements into your existing day so you can build and maintain muscle without extra gym time. Using a lifestyle medicine[...]
In this episode of Healing Step to Wellness, Mei & Dr J explore why gentle, sustainable movement can be more healing than high‑intensity workouts. They explain how over‑exercise can lead to muscle breakdown, inflammation, free radicals, hormone disruption and immune imbalance, and why movement should create energy, not exhaustion. You’ll learn about: Hand‑swing Qigong (Pin[...]
Discover how to rethink fitness beyond six-pack abs and step into a lifestyle that protects your brain, strengthens your body, and supports long-term vitality. In this Healing Steps to Wellness episode, Dr. J and Mei unpack how movement, daily habits, and whole-person health choices can prevent chronic disease, improve circulation, support skin and foot health,[...]
In this episode, Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner Dawn Ritter joins Mei and Dr. J to break down one of the most misunderstood health challenges today: the connection between hormones, thyroid function, stress, and unexplained weight gain. Dawn explains why so many women are told their labs are “normal” even when they feel anything but normal—fatigue,[...]
In this Healing Steps to Wellness episode, Dr. J and Mei explore how everyday choices around food, movement, sleep, stress, social support, and passion shape the way your feet feel and how you move through life. Instead of focusing on medications or procedures, they talk about practical lifestyle shifts that can ease nagging foot and[...]
Mei Liu, Dr Jengyu Lai, Craig Pettigrew Healing Steps to Wellness Learn how whole-food nutrition can support healing, balance mood, and boost overall well-being. If this conversation inspires you, remember to like, share, and subscribe to support your wellness journey and stay connected with more empowering content. Join Dr. J and Mei in this inspiring[...]
In the latest Step 2 Wellness episode, Dr. J and Mei welcomed holistic practitioner and educator Gail VanKanegan for an inspiring discussion on energy, healing, and seasonal balance. As autumn settles in and the frost begins to form, the trio explored how we can align our inner rhythm with the cycles of nature. Gail began[...]
On this episode of Healing Steps to Wellness, Dr. J and Mei invite Dawn Ritter, a seasoned nurse practitioner and former registered dietitian, to share her remarkable path from clinical nutrition at the Mayo Clinic to leading in the field of lifestyle medicine. With over 25 years of clinical experience, Dawn’s perspective on healing is[...]
Sometimes, the best lessons in health don’t come from textbooks or fitness routines—they come from observing how people live. On this episode of Healing Steps to Wellness, Dr. J and Mei share reflections from their recent journey through Vienna, Budapest, and Prague, uncovering powerful wellness habits hidden in everyday European life. From the moment they[...]
Join Mei and Dr. J on Healing Step to Wellness as they welcome Jessie Allison, former registered dietitian and passionate community wellness advocate. In this inspiring episode, Jessie shares her journey from clinical nutrition to empowering communities through lifestyle medicine, charity events, and holistic living. Discover how compassion, science, and lifestyle choices can work together[...]
A breast cancer diagnosis changes life in an instant. For many women, the journey brings not only physical challenges but also emotional hurdles, uncertainty, and the need for support. On Healing Steps to Wellness, host Mei Liu sits down with Lori Denison, a breast cancer survivor whose story embodies strength, resilience, and the healing power[...]
Join Dr. J and Mei on Healing Steps to Wellness as they welcome Art Meyer, a respected elder, community leader, and passionate advocate for whole-person health. In this inspiring conversation, Art shares his journey of integrating lifestyle medicine, plant-based living, and faith to uplift both personal and community wellness. From the Complete Health Improvement Program[...]
Join Dr. J and Mei on Healing Steps to Wellness as they welcome Dr. Amit Sood, a globally recognized expert in resilience, mindfulness, and emotional well-being. In this engaging and insightful conversation, Dr. Sood shares science-based strategies for reducing stress, enhancing joy, and building emotional strength. Discover how mindfulness can fit seamlessly into your daily[...]
Join Dr. J and Mei on Healing Steps to Wellness as they welcome Dr. Mark Melin from the Mayo Clinic. In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Melin shares insights on whole-person wellness, immune system health, and the power of community. Topics discussed include: Practical steps to strengthen your immune system The role of community and service[...]
In this special episode of Step 2.1: Whole-Person Health, Dr. J and Mei pull back the curtain and take you behind the mic. They reflect on their journey so far—how the show began, the impact it’s had, and the unexpected moments that shaped it all. From their very first guest to renowned health leaders and[...]
In the latest Healing Steps to Wellness episode, Dr. J and Mei welcomed holistic practitioner and educator Gail Van Kanegan for an inspiring discussion on energy, healing, and seasonal balance. As autumn settles in and the frost begins to form, the trio explored how we can align our inner rhythm with the cycles of nature.[...]
In the latest episode of Hearing Steps to Wellness, Dr. J and Mei welcome two distinguished guests—former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez and First Lady Phefelia Nez. This enlightening discussion dives into their personal and community-based wellness journey, shedding light on how leadership, tradition, and resilience are tightly woven into holistic health practices. Broadcasting from[...]
Join Dr. Jengyu Lai and Mei Liu on "Hidden Steps to Wellness" as they welcome Chuck Carroll—renowned podcast host and health advocate. Known as the "Weight Loss Champion," Chuck shares his powerful transformation journey, going from over 400 lbs to thriving in whole-person wellness. In this heartfelt and informative episode, Chuck discusses: His personal weight[...]
Welcome to Healing Steps to Wellness with May and Dr. J! In this special episode, we’re honored to welcome Mayor Norton, a trusted leader and wellness advocate, as our guest. Join us for an inspiring conversation about holistic health, community well-being, and the power of gratitude in daily life. Mayor Norton shares her personal insights[...]
Welcome back to The Healing Step to Wellness with your hosts May and Dr. J! In this powerful episode, we’re honored to welcome Ron Hanson, a marketing guru with over four decades of experience in radio, television, print, and digital media. Ron shares his inspiring journey and the wealth of wisdom he's gathered from years[...]
Join us in this special post-event episode where we reflect on the powerful two-day Lifestyle Medicine Symposium held on April 17–18. Hosted by Meil and featuring Dr. J, this conversation dives into key insights, highlights from the gala, the community’s inspiring feedback, and what this event means for the future of wellness and preventive healthcare.[...]
Welcome to the premiere episode of Healing Steps to Wellness, hosted by Mei Lui, founder of the Lotus Health Foundation. This inspiring new series dives into the transformative world of lifestyle medicine and whole-person wellness. In this kickoff episode, Mei Lui is joined by her dear friend and special guest, Denise Stegall—a menopause mentor, longevity[...]
Join Dr. Jengyu Lai, DPM of Rochester Clinic and guest expert Dr. Chad Hergott, PT, DPT of Relief Physical Therapy & Wellness for a compelling conversation titled “Exercise as Medicine.” Together, they’ll break down how physical activity improves not just strength and flexibility, but also mood, metabolic health, and chronic disease outcomes. Whether you're just[...]
In this episode of Journey Steps to Wellness, hosts Mei Liu and Dr. J sit down with Karen Hansen, a dedicated professional with 34 years of experience in the senior care industry. Karen has devoted her career to serving Rochester, Minnesota, and surrounding communities, helping families care for loved ones with dignity and compassion. As[...]