Haque's Health Hacks

You can’t brute-force sleep at 11 p.m. if your day kept your nervous system on high alert. In this episode, Dr. Anita Haque is joined by Dr. Christine Dao, acupuncturist and functional medicine expert, to map the real levers that turn scattered nights into steady deep sleep—and the surprising ways one restless evening can disrupt glucose regulation, raise pain sensitivity, and cloud memory the very next day.

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Digestive issues are far more common than many people realize. Constipation, bloating, irregular bowel movements, and discomfort are often accepted as “normal,” even though they can significantly affect energy levels, mood, weight management, and overall quality of life.

In this episode, Dr. Anita Haque is joined by office manager, Katy Sosine. Together they discuss healthy digestion and the role it plays in how the body absorbs nut...

Think pain relief without needles, and healing that actually lasts. Dr. Anita Haque sits down with sports chiropractor Dr. Sam Wagner and patient Kevin Nix to explore how focused shockwave therapy—often called Stem Wave—uses mechanotransduction to flip the body’s inflammatory response into a pro-repair engine. By recruiting mesenchymal stem cells and triggering angiogenesis, this non-invasive technology improves blood flow, reduces...

Your immune system isn’t a switch you flip—it’s a living ecosystem you train every day. Dr. Anita Haque sits down with Dr. Christine Dao, a Livermore-based integrative and functional medicine practitioner and acupuncturist, to unpack what real resilience looks like when the colds, flus, and school-year bugs start circulating. Instead of chasing cures after the fact, they map out how to build stronger “soil” so those seeds don’t tak...

What does an undefeated boxing legend know about maintaining peak health that the rest of us don't? As it turns out, plenty. Anita Haque sits down with guest Andre Ward, Olympic gold medalist and Hall of Fame boxer, as he takes us behind the scenes of his remarkable career to reveal how chiropractic care became a cornerstone of his success both in and out of the ring.

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Ever wondered if you're actually drinking enough water? Despite knowing we should hydrate, many of us struggle with the how, when, and what of proper water consumption. In this episode, Dr. Anita Haque is joined by wellness expert Michelle Borrero. They cut through the confusion to deliver practical wisdom about hydration's profound impact on our health.

Whether you're struggling with digestive issues, joint...

Have you ever wondered why your arms suddenly seemed too short to read comfortably once you hit your 40s? You're not alone. In this fascinating conversation with Dr. Scott Kamena of Murrieta Optometry, Dr. Anita Haque uncovers the surprising reality that virtually everyone will need reading glasses by their late 40s due to natural changes in our eyes' focusing ability.

Beyond the warnings, this episode delivers practical s...

Posture is far more than just "standing up straight" – it's the structural foundation that determines how well your entire body functions. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Anita Haque reveals why poor posture has become a modern pandemic affecting people at increasingly younger ages, and what you can do about it.

Take control of your posture before it controls your health. Keep those shoulders back, your hea...

This episode introduces practical tools through Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, which balances acceptance with change. From mindfulness practices that help recognize emotional triggers to the surprisingly effective "cold immersion" technique for panic attacks, these strategies offer immediate help for listeners facing anxiety around food and body image. Dr. Anita Haque's simple pre-meal breathing practice and Therapi...

In Episode 2 of Haque’s Health Hacks, Dr. Anita Haque of Haque Chiropractic is joined by her husband and longtime fitness expert, Don Parker, to discuss practical ways to stay active and injury-free. With nearly 50 years of fitness experience, Don shares his insights on staying consistent, adapting workouts for chronic pain, and finding motivation even on the toughest days. Together, Dr. Haque and Don explore how movement truly is ...

Dr. Haque kicks off the Haque's Health Hacks Podcast by sharing her mission to transform wellness through small, manageable steps rather than overwhelming lifestyle overhauls. Drawing from 21 years of chiropractic experience and a personal health journey that began at age seven, she offers a refreshing perspective on preventative care.

Future episodes promise to explore posture in the digital age, sustainable nutritio...