YOU: The Owner's Manual: Recent Episodes
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YOU: The Owner’s Manual series of bestselling books; lecturer, TV personality, and radio talk show personality; advocate of exercise and living the healthy life – and he practices what he preaches.
An honest and inspiring conversation about our preconceptions about aging and how we can reframe midlife as a powerful period of awakening and reinvention. Lyndsey Simpson, CEO of 55/Redefined, is here to change what we think we know about getting older. She is a powerful voice against ageism in the workplace (which remains one of the last socially acceptable biases.
What if you could supercharge the second half of your life to become the person you always wanted to be and do the things you always wanted to do? Lyndsey Simpson, CEO of 55/Redefined, prolific entrepreneur, and an “Age Rebel,” is here to change what we think we know about getting older. In her forthcoming book THE AGE REBELLION: Supercharge the Second Half of Your Life (Sterling Ethos, 5/12/26), she shares the inspiring stories, mind-blowing statistics, and practical strategies that have helped countless people defy expectations around their age and turn their passions into actionable plans, step by step.
https://55redefined.co/work/diversitypower
From our moods to our metabolism, hormones are running the show behind nearly every bodily function. They tell our hearts how quickly to beat, our guts how to process the food we eat, our bones to release calcium, and our muscles to grow new fibers. Yet, most of us don’t fully understand how our bodies and their systems work—and more importantly, what to do when they don’t.
Enter renowned endocrinologist Dr. Gillian Goddard, author of the groundbreaking new book THE HORMONE LOOP: An Empowering Guide to Restoring Hormonal Harmony, from Puberty to Menopause (Harper Influence, ISBN: 9780063455047; $30.00; Hardcover; on sale: 6/2/2026). Dr. Goddard knows firsthand how urgently women need clear, accessible information about their hormonal health. Drawing from years of clinical experience, she presents a definitive and engaging guide to hormonal health at every stage of a woman’s life—from puberty to reproductive years to perimenopause to menopause to post menopause.
As Dr. Goddard clearly explains, at each of these stages, there are four distinct hormone loops that keep our bodies in balance: the reproductive loop, the thyroid loop, the growth hormone loop, and the adrenal loop. While these loops often operate quietly in the background, each plays a powerful role in our lifelong health.
There is no one-size-fits-all solution to the challenges and changes our bodies experience throughout our lives, but hormones often hold the key. Weaving stories from her practice with the latest medical research and featuring helpful charts and illustrations, THE HORMONE LOOP breaks down the problems that commonly arise throughout our lives and offers a clear rubric for how to have better conversations with our doctors.
THE HORMONE LOOP is an essential and long overdue book that equips women with the knowledge and confidence to become their own powerful, self-advocates, and also empower mothers to help their daughters navigate the often- confusing stage of puberty.
Exploring the profound connection between science and faith: Are Miracles Real?
After experiencing a violent seizure, Dr. Brown was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor—just days before his wife gave birth to their first child. As a brain scientist, he understood his chances of survival were slim, and that it was not a question of if a decline would begin, but when—and how much longer he had left. Desperate for a miracle, the trained scientist and son of a prison chaplain, armed with a healthy dose of skepticism, embarked on a journey that would take him around the globe and lead him to an astonishing conclusion: healing can happen outside traditional medicine, in ways that transcend modern scientific explanations. As he navigated his own diagnosis, Dr. Brown became convinced that miracles can and do regularly occur—including in his own life: remarkably, his cancerous tumor turned to scar tissue, and the seizures ceased.
For many decades, geneticists have focused on inherited mutations, but with BEYOND INHERITANCE: Our Ever-Mutating Cells and a New Understanding of Health (Riverhead Books, April 21, 2026) award-winning science writer Roxanne Khamsi shares a major shift in modern biology: the discovery that our DNA is constantly changing and why that matters for patients today. To be a patient in 2026 it is key to recognize that you have mutations acquired over a lifetime that can shape risks for heart disease, aging, immunity, and fertility.
A Sunday Times Bestseller that redefines anxiety as an addiction-and gives you the tools to finally break the cycle.
Addicted to Anxiety: How to Break the Habit, publishing for the first time in the United States from St. Martin's Essentials on May 5, 2026.
At the core of his book is a simple truth: anxiety isn’t just a feeling, it's a habit, one we may be unconsciously addicted to. Even when we desperately want peace from racing thoughts or emotional avoidance, a subconscious belief in the safety of our worry is keeping us stuck. The good news? There are ways to break the cycle.
With warmth, clarity, and actionable guidance, O’Kane offers tools to help readers identify triggers, challenge core beliefs, and build new habits that lead to a calmer, more empowered life. His signature approach, grounded in neuroscience and psychology but deeply human and accessible, makes complex emotional patterns feel manageable—and changeable.
Breast Implant Illness (BII) refers to a collection of systemic symptoms that some patients report experiencing following breast augmentation with implants. These symptoms are not currently recognized as a formal medical diagnosis, but the topic has gained increasing attention in both patient communities and clinical discussions. The goal of this segment is to provide an evidence-based, balanced conversation about what is currently known, what remains under investigation, and how physicians are approaching patients who present with these concerns.
Denise Chakoian, a certified fitness trainer with more than 30 years of experience and owner of Core Cycle Fitness LaGree, shares practical insights on today’s fitness trends and training philosophies. She emphasizes sustainable, science-based approaches such as vibration plate training, low-impact strength work, soft cardio, recovery-focused routines, functional fitness, and zone-based training. Chakoian also discusses the smart use of wearable technology, effective at-home workouts, and the connection between exercise and mental well-being, while helping people distinguish between worthwhile fitness trends and short-lived hype.
www.corefitprov.com
Sleep habits may raise dementia risk - and researchers are closer to understanding how.
Neuroscientists David Earnest and Karienn A. De Souza explain that genetics may account for only a small portion of Alzheimer's risk, while lifestyle factors—especially chronic sleep and circadian rhythm disruption—could play a major role. Their research suggests that long-term irregular sleep patterns, such as shift work, can trigger inflammation, alter brain immune cells, and increase the risk of cognitive decline and dementia later in life. They recommend maintaining consistent sleep schedules and minimizing circadian disruption whenever possible.
In THE ELUSIVE BODY, Alexandra Sifferlin compiles her years of research about America’s diagnosis crisis—what it means to live without an accurate diagnosis and how both medical and patient communities are working to improve the diagnostic process—and delivers a powerful, compassionate look at how we can make this crucial part of the treatment protocol more human. Afterall, a diagnosis is more than a label – it’s also a lifeline that opens doors to treatment options, financial support, and an understanding community.
“The Elusive Body artfully melds modern medical science with timeless narratives of people struggling for answers to mysterious maladies. Alexandra Sifferlin educates the mind and pulls at the heart as she explores the far reaches of clinical diagnosis.”
Can Eye Movements Rewire Trauma? The Therapy Changing How Clinicians Treat PTSD.
Nearly 70% of U.S. adults report experiencing at least one traumatic event in their lifetime, and an estimated 13 million Americans are living with post-traumatic stress disorder in any given year, according to federal health data. As demand for trauma therapy rises nationwide, clinicians are increasingly turning to Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, a structured psychotherapy designed to help patients process distressing memories in a controlled setting.
During treatment, individuals briefly recall traumatic experiences while engaging in guided bilateral stimulation, such as side-to-side eye movements, a process researchers say can help the brain refile memories so they are less emotionally charged. Endorsed by major health organizations and supported by dozens of clinical trials, EMDR has been shown to significantly reduce PTSD symptoms, with many single-incident trauma patients no longer meeting diagnostic criteria after several sessions.
Trend in the rise of Colon Cancer, which is no longer an “old person’s disease”. Why younger patients are being diagnosed at advanced stages.
*Dr. Kumar's Website*: https://www.regionalcancercare.org/physicians/avishek-kumar-md/****
Cancer has overtaken heart disease as the leading cause of death in many developed countries and US states, and is the leading cause of healthcare expenditure worldwide. That’s the bad news. The good news is that half of all cancer deaths could be preventable through lifestyle changes and social reforms.Outsmarting Cancer reframes one of the most pressing medical challenges of our time: how to prevent cancer. Dr. Barsouk presents a sweeping examination of cancer’s true origins—biological, environmental, dietary, infectious, industrial, occupational, and behavioral—and makes a compelling case for why cancer prevention must become a central priority in public and personal health. His book explores a wide range of overlooked and misunderstood risk factors, as well as how inequities in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention disproportionately impact underserved populations.
In a time when personal safety is increasingly top of mind, author and former CIA officer and security expert Tim Beard launches LOOK TWICE, a groundbreaking new series of three books designed to give readers the practical tools and mindset to stay alert, aware and protected in their everyday lives. Volume I, (January 27, 2026; Stillwater River Publications), lays the foundation with Tim’s signature “Look Twice Mindset” — a simple yet powerful approach to recognizing risks before they become threats. In Tim’s timely new books, he introduces the essential security concepts that anchor the entire series. With clear, relatable guidance, he shows readers how to stay Safe at Home and at Work, from identifying vulnerabilities to mastering basic precautions that greatly reduce risk. The book also offers step-by-step advice for navigating ordinary outings — what Tim calls Out in Town — including running errands, using ATMs and moving through public spaces confidently and safely.
Recognizing that transportation plays a major role in many safety incidents, Tim devotes a full section to Transportation Awareness. Readers will learn how to stay secure while driving, riding subways, managing encounters with road rage, and more. Each chapter blends real-world insight with actionable strategies, empowering readers to make safer decisions in every environment.
“Safety isn’t about fear — it’s about preparation,” says Tim. “My goal with the LOOK TWICE series is to help people build everyday habits that increase awareness, protect their families and give them peace of mind.”
The accepted wisdom is that humans rose to the top of the food chain because of our intelligence. It’s not just our big brains that made us winners, it’s our unmatched ability to generate, channel and harness physical power.
The Powerful Primate: How Controlling Energy Enabled Us to Build Civilization by Roland Ennos argues that humanity's rise wasn't just about intellect, but about our unique ability to harness and control energy, from fire and tools to fossil fuels, allowing us to overcome physical limitations and build civilization. The book blends anthropology, biomechanics, and history to trace how this energy control, through innovations like agriculture and industry, transformed us from hunter-gatherers to the dominant species, while also creating modern challenges like environmental degradation.
Every year, more than 6 million Americans suffer from chronic wounds such as diabetic foot ulcers and pressure injuries. Despite their prevalence, treatment hasn’t changed in decades — leaving patients vulnerable to infections, hospitalizations, and in the most severe cases, preventable amputations. The costs are staggering: an estimated $25 billion annually in direct care, not to mention the cascading burden on patients, families, and health systems. The lack of innovation in wound healing is not just a scientific problem, but a systemic one — rooted in misaligned incentives, slow regulatory pathways, and a lack of urgency in recognizing wounds as a major public health issue. Listen for a look inside the biotech race to regenerate skin and the End of Painful Skin Grafts, with Dr. Nikolai Sopko.
Every day, emergency physician Dr. Ashely Alker faces the question we all secretly wonder: How am I most likely to die—and what can I do to prevent it? In her debut book, 99 WAYS TO DIE: And How to Avoid Them (St. Martin’s Press; January 13, 2026), Dr. Alker transforms decades of ER experience into an unforgettable, fast-paced collection of real medical stories and science-backed survival advice.
Dr. Ashely Alker is a self-described death-escapologist--or, in more familiar terms, an emergency medicine doctor. She has seen it all, from flesh-eating bacteria to the work of a serial killer to the more mundane but no less deadly, and her work keeping people from dying (or being unable to) has uniquely prepared her to write this book.
Cardiologist and Medical Director, Dr. Kereiakes discusses Elixir Medical’s Bioadaptor Device for heart patients. Elixir's Bioadaptor device will save millions of heart disease patients over the next few decades. Unlike stents, the novel scaffolding design of this med-tech device affords a heart patient's arteries a chance to recover to the tune of 90% back to its original form. By comparison, those who receive stents, need more stents to thwart future blockages caused by the primary stent application. In ten years, the survival rate for those with a stent is generally not optimistic.
Dr. Jeremy Liff, who trained at NYU and practices on Long Island, joined the podcast to discuss practical strategies for stroke prevention. Their conversation centers on sustainable lifestyle measures: reducing added sugars and artificial sweeteners, maintaining healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and partnering with a primary care physician to manage cardiovascular risk. They also discuss GLP-1 medications within the broader context of risk reduction.
https://jeremyliffmd.com/
Straightforward, loving, science-based approach to teach your baby how to get a good night’s sleep.
Written by renowned family therapist and sleep coach Chrissy Lawler, The Peaceful Sleeper offers an attachment-based, research-backed approach to baby sleep, ending the heated online debate of “sleep-training.” With the understanding that knowing how to help your baby get good sleep can be overwhelming given the loud, contradictory voices doling out advice, Lawler relies on a flexible and personalized approach to share solutions that work for you and your family.
Dr. Campazzi shows how to turn your smartwatch, smartphone, and everyday technology into life-saving health tools. In Better Health with AI, you’ll learn simple steps that personalize prevention, improve doctor visits, and protect the people you love—without needing to be tech-savvy.
Every week, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know:
- A new daily oral form of semaglutide (Ozempic) was FDA-approved and should be available soon, costing around $150/month
- The cost of tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) is expected to be similar, available directly from Eli Lilly by February
- Wellness tip: Carry a stainless steel water bottle and carafe for onboard hydration, as most airlines (except Delta) fail water safety tests
- After using the bathroom, clean your hands with alcohol wipes since airline bathroom water is also unsafe (except Delta)
...and much more!
Ondrasik reveals the compelling science behind our behaviors and beliefs when it comes to the notion of trying. Pulling from positive psychology, the science of habit formation, research studies, and more, motivational speaker Carla Ondrasik guides us to proven-effective strategies for better doing—and ultimately to goal achievement and a more fulfilling life. Achievement is just one “do or do not” decision away, and it starts with eliminating “try” from our vocabulary. STOP TRYING! shows us how to do that.
Every week, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know:
- Sugar alcohols may increase clotting risk
- Talk to your doctor about aspirin use
- Avoid tanning beds
- Alzheimer’s disease: follow known prevention strategies
- Do the “40 things” from The Great Age Reboot
...and much more!
The Food and Drug Administration on recently approved a pill version of Wegovy, Novo Nordisk’s blockbuster weight loss drug. The Wegovy pill, as it’s called, is first oral version of a GLP-1 drug that has been brought to market for weight loss. A second pill, from Eli Lilly, is also expected to be approved in the coming months. Nicolette M. Pace, a Registered Dietician, Chef, & Nutritionist, is here to talk about all this and more!
Every week, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know:
- FDA approval of the first oral GLP-1 medication (semaglutide) and discussion of alternative drugs like tirzepatide (Mounjaro)
- Strong warning that GLP-1 drugs should be paired with resistance (muscle-building) exercise.
- Many retirement communities don’t have enough gym equipment, which hurts older adults’ health
..and much more!
Hair loss is one of the most misunderstood medical issues in America, and according to Fort Lauderdale hair transplant surgeon Dr. Brett Bolton, the truth is far more straightforward than most people realize. For men, he says 99.999% of hair loss is purely genetic male-pattern hair loss — not stress, diet, or lifestyle. If a man is thinning, he inherited it. Period. The gene can come from either side of the family and may skip several generations.
Women face a more complex picture. Dr. Bolton explains that hormonal shifts, thyroid issues, pituitary disorders, collagen vascular conditions, and other systemic factors can all trigger loss. A trained eye can immediately determine whether a woman is developing male-pattern recession — a genetic pattern typically visible at the hairline. Anything outside that pattern requires proper bloodwork and medical evaluation to find the root cause.
As for stress? Dr. Bolton compares it to an infection that flares when the immune system dips. Stress rarely creates hair loss; it typically accelerates a genetic program already in motion. Stress-related shedding is usually temporary, with regrowth following once the telogen (resting) phase resolves.
Every week, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know:
- Can Coffee Reduce Atrial Fibrillation?
- Why Higher Education Matters for Health as You Age
- The Hidden Dangers of Smoking: Just a Few Cigarettes Can Double Your Risk
- How Does Light Exposure Impact Your Heart Health?
- Avoid This to Lower Your Risk of Parkinson’s Disease by 40%
Every week, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know:
- Severe flu season warning – A new H3N2 influenza strain is causing a particularly bad flu season, with strong evidence that flu vaccination significantly reduces hospitalizations, especially in younger adults.
- Flu vaccine effectiveness – Discussion of how well the flu shot prevents hospitalizations in different age groups.
- Coffee and heart health – New randomized research showing coffee consumption reduces episodes of atrial fibrillation.
- Dangers of light smoking and vaping – Even smoking just 2–5 cigarettes per day (or vaping) significantly increases death rates, especially in older adults.
- Education and brain health – Higher educational attainment is linked to better memory and cognitive function as people age.
- Physical activity and dementia prevention – Staying physically active in midlife lowers the risk of developing dementia later in life.
Dr. Otis Brawley of Johns Hopkins shares his insight about cancer screening, focusing on prostate cancer. Dr. Brawley explains that while prostate cancer is common and serious, evidence supporting routine PSA screening is limited and inconsistent, leading major organizations to recommend shared decision-making between doctors and patients rather than universal screening. Men of Northwestern Sub-Saharan African ancestry have higher risk, but outcomes are equal across groups when high-quality care is provided, highlighting that disparities stem mainly from access to care, not biology. He emphasizes the importance of individualized screening decisions, treatment at strong medical centers, and patient engagement, and briefly describes Johns Hopkins’ MAPS peer-support program for cancer patients.
Former carbs-addicted journalist and bestselling author Connie Bennett (Sugar Shock! and Beyond Sugar Shock) knows firsthand how quickly we can lose our willpower. After eating wholesome, sugar-free, gluten-free foods for more than a decade, she blew her diet big-time and packed on 21 pounds after a heartbreaking year helplessly watching her mother succumb to cancer.
Connie felt ashamed. But hitting rock bottom made her determined to discover: Why do millions of people overeat junk foods? What events, conditions, or emotions trigger mindless bingeing? How can you shed unhealthy excess weight while you heal your heart, claim calm, and shed your shame?
I Blew My Diet! Now What? is the result of Connie’s seven-year quest for answers. This engaging, eye-opening book guides you to:
- Discover 21 Reasons You Blew Your Diet
- Implement research-backed FEASTS (Fast, Easy, Awesome, Simple, Tested Strategies) to take back your power
- Create nutritious, delicious, blood-sugar-balanced, modified ketogenic (KetoMod) meals or snacks
- Boost oxytocin (the feel-good hormone) with Connie’s fun, science-based Hum-Hug-Rock Relief Process.
This groundbreaking book—which includes entertaining cartoons by Isabella Bannerman—will help you shift your mindset from powerless to powerful while you create the healthy body you desire and the fulfilling life you deserve. For more information, visit www.connieb.com.
Dr. Sideroff is an internationally renowned psychologist, consultant, and associate professor at UCLA, who’s established innovative training and treatment programs around the world. He has hosted summits on longevity, resilience and leadership, and published pioneering research in brain and behavior. He’s a thought leader called on to speak on his groundbreaking approach to resilience, peak performance & transformational psychology. His new book is, "The 9 Pillars of Resilience: The Proven Path to Master Stress, Slow Aging & Increase Vitality." He is also the host of the acclaimed podcast: “Quantum Leadership”.
Dr. Sideroff will discuss his groundbreaking work on resilience, exploring the nine key pillars that can help us navigate life’s challenges and achieve personal growth and turn bad stress into good stress. Practical strategies for building mental toughness and emotional well-being that will increase your quality of life.
Discover the critical importance of newborn hearing screening with Dr. Regina Zappi, an esteemed audiologist and associate director at ASHA. Learn why early detection of hearing loss can significantly impact a child's language development and social skills.
from Ruth: “As a 30-year blood cancer "patient" and now a cancer care partner to my husband, in addition to my patient advocacy work and health/medical writing, including as a contributor to the New York Times, I do honestly believe I bring a unique perspective to any conversation about the chronic effects of many of today's cancers.”
An essential and empowering guide for women who struggle—often silently and alone—with the challenges of ADHD.
ADHD in women is often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or entirely overlooked, leaving millions silently fighting an internal, invisible battle. Outwardly, they can be labeled flaky, intense, dramatic, or unreliable, while inwardly they’re juggling severe overwhelm, emotional chaos, chronic stress, catastrophic thinking, and the unshakable feeling of being misunderstood—by everyone.
In Invisible ADHD, Shanna Pearson—founder and director of the world’s largest one-on-one ADHD coaching company, shares what actually works for women in real life. Drawing on insights from hundreds of thousands of coaching sessions, and her own turbulent ADHD journey, Shanna reveals the never-before-published strategies and solutions that have transformed thousands of lives for over two decades!
Foot problems are widespread, with a significant portion of the population experiencing them at some point in their lives. Approximately 75% of Americans will experience foot problems, and many suffer from chronic pain. Foot pain is a common-- about 19% of the US population experiences an average of 1.4 foot problems each year.
Dr. Glen N. Robison serves as Diplomate of the American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry. He's board certified in Primary Care in Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Robison is a Jin Shin Jyutsu practitioner and certified Myopractor. Trained in releasing deep restriction of motion in the body that resides at the root of our symptoms and ailments. He is here today to discuss foot conditions including: bunions, plantar fasciitis & everything in between.
Who’s responsible for all the crap swirling around in the middle of the ocean? Brian Belefant deserves at least part of the blame. For decades he worked in advertising and marketing, doing his best to manipulate people like you into craving things you truly don’t need––Pepsi, Nissan, Taco Bell, Visa, Toyota, Pizza Hut, US Bank, Frito-Lay, and others.
He made enough money to buy a lot of stuff, but the fuller his closets got, the emptier he felt.
This book is a form of penance. And it’s not a one-off. So much of what Brian writes deals with themes of consumption, waste, and American cultural imperialism. ‘The Sultan of Garbage' shares 4 tips on how to reduce waste and be a more responsible consumer.
Brian’s short stories appear in American Writers Review, Magpie Messenger, The South Shore Review, JAKE, Story Unlikely, The Blue Mountain Review, and Half and One. He’s written two novels and a how-to book, Spouse Hunting: Using the Rules of Real Estate to Find the Love of Your Life (spoiler alert: it works).
His novel ‘Egregious” was a finalist for the Unleash Press 2024 WIP Prize and was shortlisted for The Letter Review Prize.
Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D., is one of the most frequently quoted post viral CFS, fibromyalgia, energy, sleep and pain medical authorities in the world. He is here today to discuss the findings of a recent study on ultra processed foods. Ultra processed foods are becoming dominant in the global food supply. Prospective cohort studies have consistently found an association between high consumption of ultra processed foods and increased risk of several noncommunicable diseases and all-cause mortality. The study aimed to (1) estimate the risk of all-cause mortality for ultra processed foods consumption and (2) estimate the attributable epidemiologic burden of ultra processed food consumption in 8 select countries.
With cannabis products popping up everywhere—from wellness aisles to dispensaries—there’s still a lot of confusion around what’s legal, what’s safe, and what actually works. There’s a lot of confusion surrounding cannabis, hemp, THC, and their role in health — especially as more patients explore alternative treatments for anxiety, chronic pain, and neurological conditions. Dr. Leigh Vinocur - emergency physician, national media medical expert, and one of the first graduates from the University of Maryland’s groundbreaking master’s program in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics - is here to help clear things up. Dr. Leigh’s new book, Never Let Them See You Sweat: How Science Can Help Us Harness Stress for Success (Bloomsbury, June 2025), explores how stress, mental health, and the body’s endocannabinoid system are more connected than we ever knew — and how plant-based medicine, including cannabis, may play a vital role in future treatment protocols.
Dr. Joseph Mikhael, Chief Medical Officer, discusses the IMF’s work and what lies ahead in the fight against myeloma. Dr. Mikhael leads the IMF’s M-Power Project, which seeks to improve the care delivered to African Americans, who have double the incidence of white people. He spends about 20% of his time in the developing world, seeking ways to enhance access to myeloma therapies in underprivileged countries.
UVA School of Nursing scientist Randy Jones will discuss a decision tool he developed to help prostate cancer patients make treatment choices. Created with support from a $2.2 million National Institutes of Health grant, the tool is a valuable guide for patients when starting, stopping, or altering cancer treatment.
Jones also talks about what conversations are important to have for patients like Biden and what advice he would have for patients beginning prostate cancer treatment.
This book will change your life, as an IBS patient. A Unique, Pivotal and “out of the box” Book about Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
The author of this book is Dr. Mohammad Farivar, an exceptional gastroenterologist with extensive expertise in the management of inflammatory bowel disease. He has served as a Professor at Harvard Medical School, Boston University, and Tufts University.
Millions of people in the United States are suffering from IBS like symptoms. They are being diagnosed and treated as IBS. The purpose of this book is to help these patients figure out what is causing their symptoms and take care of it. For the majority of them diet is the culprit and by recognizing and avoiding it one can put an end to future suffering. In this book, more than 40 reasons are blamed and several real life examples illustrate how difficult it may be to find the cause if you are not knowledgeable about the pathophysiology of GI tract and digestion and absorption of food.
How we struggle to grieve the loss of our pets. It’s a challenge not only faced by teachers and parents, as they try to help their kids, but by any pet-owner, young, elderly, and especially those with a disability who have a therapy dog or veterans who are partnered with a therapy or service dog. Jean M. Alfieri, author of: 21 WAYS TO WEATHER THE LOSS OF YOUR PET: An Idea Guide to Grieving & Healing, offers a variety of TWENTY-ONE tried and true activities to commemorate your pet. It allows space for you to grieve, express gratitude, and celebrate the life you shared. There are basic and more “advanced” projects, as well as mindset words to help on your journey of healing. It also includes tips to consider your physical, mental, and emotional health.
Revolutionize your beauty and health routine with The Beauty Molecule, the groundbreaking new discovery from #1 New York Times bestselling author Dr. Nicholas Perricone, the pioneer of the anti-inflammatory movement. Explore the science of neuroceuticals—cutting-edge compounds that harness the brain-body connection to reverse cellular aging, restore skin radiance, and unlock unparalleled vitality.
In The Beauty Molecule, Dr. Nicholas Perricone, M.D. introduces acetylcholine (AcH), a groundbreaking discovery that works on a cellular level to boost energy, enhance cognitive function, fortify overall health, and rejuvenate the skin. At the forefront of this revolutionary program is Antioxidant 3.0, a next-generation approach to combating inflammation and cellular aging. Together, these innovations form the foundation of a science-driven program that connects the brain and body to unlock optimal health, lasting vitality, and true beauty from the inside out.
Backed by decades of research, Dr. Perricone’s transformative program combines neuroceuticals, anti-inflammatory nutrition, hydrogen water, and practical lifestyle strategies to deliver visible results in just 21 days.
Discover the #1 New York Times bestselling training system that has developed world champions, from performance coach Jim Murphy, who merges two decades of research, interviews with top athletes and leaders, and hard-earned lessons into a step-by-step manual for mastering your mind for peak performance and living with absolute fullness of life.
In this compassionate guide, Dr. Julius Birnbaum offers essential advice for navigating the complex world of various autoimmune diseases. This resource will help patients, caregivers, and health care professionals understand the diagnosis, management, and treatment of conditions like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren's syndrome, and more.
Medicare works well because we do it together. We chip in from our salaries every week and we appreciate the medical care after age 65. And Medicare can take better care of you if you help by taking care of yourself
It is the backbone of America’s social safety net programs. In this episode celebrating Medicare’s 60th anniversary, Dr. Mehmet Oz discusses the program’s evolution and its lasting impact on healthcare for seniors and people with disabilities. He highlights how Medicare has improved access to care, supported innovation in treatment and prevention, and helped set national standards. Dr. Oz also addresses financial challenges, including concerns about long-term funding, and emphasizes the importance of making healthcare more efficient and affordable, especially with promising advances like lower-cost gene therapies on the horizon.
https://www.doctoroz.com/
There are an estimated 5.1 million US adults with dementia, as well as adults who are concerned about developing dementia. Who does not worry about Alzheimer's? Peter Rabins, a trusted physician, takes you in a bite-size question-and-answer style from "when to worry" to "what to do and say" and from early changes through tough care decisions. Suggestions are practical and specific despite thoughtfully acknowledged.
Swallowing is something that most of us don’t think twice about—until it becomes difficult. But what if counting how many times you can swallow in 30 seconds could help flag potential health concerns?
That’s the idea behind a study that has generated recent public and media attention. Researchers examined how healthy individuals performed on the Repetitive Saliva Swallowing Test (RSST). It’s a quick and simple screening tool used to check for signs of oropharyngeal dysphagia, a disorder that can affect people with neurological conditions, head or neck cancer, and other medical conditions.
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) evaluate patients for—and treat—swallowing disorders. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is sharing the following information to put the study’s findings—and its broader application with the general public—into context.
The Peptide Blueprint by Regan Archibald is a concise, science-backed guide to using peptides as powerful tools for optimizing health, reversing aging, and improving performance. The book breaks down complex medical concepts into simple, actionable strategies, showing readers how to naturally boost energy, enhance recovery, balance hormones, and extend longevity. It's designed for anyone looking to take control of their health through the latest in regenerative medicine and functional wellness.
SmileHub is a nonprofit tech company that uses data to rate charities, and provides resources that make it easy for donors to find more information and maximize the impact of their donations. Our platform is designed to help users find and donate to causes and charities that align with their values and interests. With over $7.2 billion going to be invested in cancer research in the United States during 2025, the non-profit organization SmileHub today released new reports on the Best Charities for Research and the Best States for Cancer Research in 2025.
There is perhaps no more common life event than becoming a widow. Two thousand eight hundred women become widows every day. That’s one million widows a year. Our book, which we're excited to share with you, offers a unique perspective on widowhood. It's a collection of our personal experiences as widows, along with the stories of widows we've surveyed and interviewed. These stories cover a wide range of topics, from financial challenges to the importance of self-care, and we also provide practical advice on pre-planning financial and legal needs, protecting against 'brain fog,' and supporting widows through intentional friendships.
We all know that messes (both physical & mental) can feel incredibly overwhelming making it hard to create space in your life for the things that really matter. Enter Tyler Moore: a school teacher, husband and father of three (who all share a tiny but very tidy apartment in NYC) known as “Tidy Dad” on Instagram.
In his first book, TIDY UP YOUR LIFE: Rethinking How to Organize, Declutter, and Make Space for What Matters Most (1/14) Moore offers not only practical, authentic tidying/organization tips, but just as important, ways to bring focus to your life and address the mental clutter than can happen as well.
Cancer-fighting implant shows promise in treating melanoma, pancreatic and colorectal tumors. Rice-led study serves as foundation for FDA investigational new drug application and emerging new company to launch from RBL LLC. Veiseh’s team at Rice University has created an implant that functions like a “cytokine factory,” delivering IL-12 — a powerful immune-stimulating molecule — directly into the tumor environment. This approach boosts the body’s ability to fight cancer while avoiding the severe side effects usually associated with systemic IL-12 therapy.
When we celebrate the New Year in 2025, we are also marking a quarter century into the new millennium. We often think it's going terribly, but is it really? How has the past quarter-century set us up for the next 75 years?
In THE BRIGHT SIDE: How Optimists Change the World, and How You Can Be One (on sale January 7th) Dr. Sumit Paul-Choudhury—former editor-in-chief of The New Scientist—provides an impassioned defense of optimism as a catalyst for change and declares it a moral imperative. He can help put the past 25 years in perspective as we look toward the future.
Per Sumit, submitting to fear is easy. Optimism, though, in the face of the unknown—a willingness to accept and confront uncertainty—is the definition of true moral courage. Realism, for all the good press it receives, often leads to passivity and surrender. (See below signature for other topics).
This thought-provoking deep-dive into the roots and implications of optimism drops Jan 7th, after the New Year and before the inauguration—a perfect time to measure our reserves of optimism and look back on all that we have accomplished. In THE BRIGHT SIDE¸ Sumit offers a corrective to the tidal wave of pessimism that regularly rises up to engulf us all. (See below for other topic ideas).
You know I've been in this sleep game for a while now, right? Well, I'm working on this new book, "Sleep, Drink, Breathe: Wellness is too F*cking Complicated," and it's challenging a lot of what we think we know about health.
Here's the deal: sleep isn't just important - it's the cornerstone of wellness. Get this right, and a lot of other health stuff falls into place. But we're in a serious sleep crisis. Most adults are getting crap sleep, and it's wrecking their health in ways they don't even realize.
Even Volleyball player and three time Olympic gold medal winner Kerri Walsh Jennings admits that “Sleep could be the hardest thing to accomplish on my to-do list, but it always makes a difference.”
Remember when I told you about chronotypes? Bears, Lions, Wolves, and Dolphins? Knowing which one you are is like having a cheat code for better sleep and health. It's not just cool trivia - it can be a total game-changer.
I've got some sleep hacks that'll surprise you too. Like, that morning coffee? You're probably drinking it at the wrong time. And don't get me started on bedroom temperature - it could be messing with your sleep big time.
Here's what kills me: we've made wellness so damn complicated. Everyone's obsessing over green juices and cold plunges, but they're missing the basics. Sleep, hydration, breathing - get these right, and you're golden.
I've been talking about this stuff on TV, in books, you name it. I know how to break it down so people actually get it and can use it.
What do you think? Want to dive deeper into this? We could do something cool with it. Maybe I could even figure out your chronotype - trust me, it's eye-opening.
Let me know if you want to chat more and we can brainstorm. You can download my press kit here and you can check out the trailer here.
We live in a screen-dominated world, with most Americans spending 7 to 9 hours a day staring at devices. The result? Digital eye strain is now an epidemic, causing blurred vision, headaches, and even fueling a surge in nearsightedness—especially in children. But you don’t have to sacrifice your eyesight for technology. Dr. Rudrani Banik shares five simple ways to protect your eyes and keep your vision sharp in the digital age. In this interview your audience will gain practical insights on how to improve their eye health that will also be shared at The Eye Health Summit, a free, global event taking place on May 1–7 coinciding with National Healthy Vision Month. This summit, hosted by Dr. Rani, will feature more than 35 expert-led discussions on topics from eye strain and ocular nutrition to cutting-edge advancements in eye health. At the summit, participants will learn practical strategies to help safeguard their vision now and for the future.
Exercises for Parkinson’s Disease is the complete guide to achieving better health, providing everything from tips on how to structure your day to take full advantage of higher energy periods, to tailor-made workout programs designed to boost mobility and balance. Studies have shown that exercise improves fitness and energy levels in Parkinson’s patients, while also relieving pain and helping them retain control in their daily life.
There is perhaps no more common life event than becoming a widow. Two thousand eight hundred women become widows every day. That’s one million widows a year. Our book, which we're excited to share with you, offers a unique perspective on widowhood. It's a collection of our personal experiences as widows, along with the stories of widows we've surveyed and interviewed. These stories cover a wide range of topics, from financial challenges to the importance of self-care, and we also provide practical advice on pre-planning financial and legal needs, protecting against 'brain fog,' and supporting widows through intentional friendships.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Achieving diabetes remission and the benefits for overall health
- Latest Alzheimers updates
- Cervical cancer increasing in women in their 30-40's and why
- PLUS so much more..
"Healthy veins are crucial for smooth and efficient circulation," explains Dr. Chuback, a board-certified cardiovascular surgeon. "When vein health is compromised, it can lead to leg discomfort, fatigue, and affect your overall quality of life. Many people think of vein issues only in terms of varicose veins, but they play a much larger role in how your body feels and functions."
Dr. Chuback emphasizes that supporting vein health doesn't have to be complicated. Simple adjustments to your daily routine can significantly improve how your veins function.
Weeding Out the Myths About Marijuana
This book tells the truth about marijuana and other cannabis products from a medical and scientific perspective in an easy-to-read, enjoyable manner. This standard edition was written for use in public schools, law enforcement agencies, other government agencies, and for those only wanting the medical perspective and who do not want to learn about the spiritual implications of cannabis. This edition limits or eliminates biblical and spiritual content to allow for use in secular institutions.
The Official Study Guide for Weeding Out the Myths About Marijuana
This study guide is for use with the companion standard edition and is great for strictly secular group or personal study. Public schools, secular community youth programs, and secular addiction treatment and recovery programs will find this study guide an essential resource. Those wanting a deeper understanding about the subject of marijuana will want this resource.
Weeding Out the Myths About Marijuana, Expanded Edition: A Medical and Biblical Perspective
This book tells the truth about marijuana and other cannabis products from a medical, scientific, and biblical perspective in an easy-to-read, enjoyable manner. The Expanded Edition contains the medical information from the standard edition. This edition contains three additional chapters covering a biblical perspective about marijuana. This edition also contains more heartwarming true stories and expanded versions of the ones in the standard edition. This is the edition most people will prefer.
Food has power to nourish your mind, supporting emotional wellness through both nutrients and pleasure. In this groundbreaking book, journalist Mary Beth Albright draws on cutting-edge research to explain the food/mood connection. She redefines “emotional eating” based on the science, revealing how eating triggers biological responses that affect humans’ emotional states both immediately and long-term. Albright’s accessible voice and ability to interpret complex studies from the new field of nutritional psychology, combined with straightforward suggestions for what to eat and how to eat it, make this an indispensable guide. Readers will come away knowing how certain foods help reduce the inflammation that can harm mental health, the critical relationship between the microbiome and the brain, which vitamins help restore the body during intensely emotional times, and how to develop a healthful eating pattern for life—with 30-day kickoff plan included. Eat and Flourish is the entertaining, inspiring book for today’s world.
Mary Beth focuses on the science-based connection between food and mental health in her new podcast, Eat You’ll Feel Better, and in her book Eat & Flourish: How Food Supports Emotional Well-Being.
Words from Dr. Kadar: I am the Cedars-Sinai doctor who became a Cedars-Sinai patient when I unexpectedly had an episode of chest pain. Despite all I knew about heart disease, my first reaction was all too normal—denial. But I got over that, and ten days later, I was having open-heart surgery for a condition known as the “widow maker.” I wrote Getting Better to help people facing a medical crisis (and their loved ones) navigate the road to recovery. I learned a lot from my time as an open-heart surgery patient, and would like others to benefit from my experience. I graduated from Yale Medical School, completed my residency at Stanford and Harvard Universities (Massachusetts General Hospital), and was working as an anesthesiologist at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where I routinely took care of cardiac patients. I got the shock of my life when I suddenly went from doctor to patient. I had always been in great health and had expected that to continue for a long time. I was familiar with illness denial and the symptoms of coronary artery disease. Despite that, I went into denial when I first experienced symptoms. After my diagnosis, I expected to recover in record time from my surgery. That didn’t turn out so well either, since I experienced several complications. My eventual recovery is an encouraging story.
Started in 2010, Stand for the Silent is an organization on a mission to help eliminate bullying nationwide. Kirk and Laura Smalley founded the group after their child took his own life due to bullying. They offer free resources for parents and educators and travel to schools to host presentations. They have been to over 6,025 schools and spoken with more than 4.15 million students. To get more information, visit the site at: https://standforthesilent.org/
We’re all tired. We feel sluggish and unfocused and out of sync with our bodies. We know that circadian rhythms are important, but we aren’t exactly sure how they work. Instead, we’re bombarded with solutions—blue-light blocking glasses, melatonin, light lamps, complicated eating schedules—without a clear explanation of the problem they’re solving or the science behind them. The truth is circadian rhythms are a bigger part of our lives than we ever realized. Their wide-ranging effects can boggle the mind, and researchers are just starting to discover exactly how they function—and how much our modern lives have thrown them out of whack. It’s time to give up that late-night TikTok doom scrolling. Science writer Lynne Peeples is here to help us reclaim the rhythms that profoundly affect our health and well-being in her groundbreaking book THE INNER CLOCK: Living in Sync with Our Circadian Rhythms (Riverhead Books; On Sale September 24, 2024) which has already received glowing praise (below) from James Nestor, Daniel Pink, Mary Roach, Dan Fagin, Deborah Blum and more.
Misaligned circadian rhythm disrupt sleep, reduce productivity, and raise the risk of serious, life-threatening ailments. Our bodies are full of tiny timepieces synchronized to the sun and subtle signals in our environment, but they’re up against modern insults like artificial light, contrived time zones, and late-night meals that wreak havoc on our internal clocks and health. THE INNER CLOCK explores the emerging and fascinating science behind circadian rhythms and its transformative applications. Peeples seeks out the scientists, astronauts, athletes, and patients at the forefront of a growing movement. We learn about experts and enthusiasts experimenting with their circadian clocks, with surprising results. Alongside rigorous reporting, Peeples tests the research as she sleeps in a Cold War–era bunker, chases the midnight sun, spits into test tubes, and wears high-tech light sensors to decipher what makes our internal clocks tick and how we can reset them for the better. She discusses everything from jet lag to aging connections with our circadian rhythms, productivity and athletic performance peaks to connections between circadian rhythms and our gut microbiome and even Alzheimer’s disease.
Diagnosed with dermatomyositis in 2016, Karen Alexander, a top high fashion model for two decades, has become a powerful advocate for those living with this rare, debilitating condition. Using her platform, she tirelessly raises awareness about the urgent need for better diagnosis, treatment, and care for women of color who are disproportionately affected by myositis.
With a career spanning over four decades, Karen broke barriers for Black women in the fashion industry, gracing the covers of prestigious magazines like Vogue and Elle, and working with iconic brands such as Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren, and Chanel. Now, she channels that same passion into advocating for her “myositis sisters,” emphasizing the importance of increasing diversity in clinical trials, educating healthcare providers about health disparities, and reducing diagnosis times.
Myositis refers to a group of rare, chronic, and incurable neuromuscular diseases that cause muscles to become weak, painful, and tired. The disease can affect not only muscles but also the skin, lungs, and heart, leading to severe and potentially life-threatening complications. Women of color, particularly African American women, are more likely to develop severe forms of myositis and face higher mortality rates than their white counterparts. They also experience challenges in diagnosis due to symptoms like unusual rashes and muscle weakness, which may not be easily recognized on darker skin tones.
Prevent Cancer Foundation wants to make sure that every man gets up to on their routine cancer screenings. One good place to start is by encouraging men to take charge of their own health! Prevent Cancer Foundation's Early Detection Survey found that 20% of men don't make their own doctor's appointments! That’s right, nearly 1 in 5 men confessed that a relative or partner usually schedules their health care appointments for them.
The Prevent Cancer Foundation’s annual Early Detection Survey found that:
65% of U.S. men are behind on at least one routine cancer screening.
33% of men say they worry about experiencing stress while waiting for the results of a routine cancer screening.
More than a third of men reported that they are better about reviewing their bank or credit card statements (33%) or getting their car’s oil changed (32%), than they are about scheduling their routine cancer screenings.
The prevalence of certain cancers among men—including colorectal, skin (melanoma), oral and prostate cancers, all of which have routine screenings available—illustrates the importance of empowering men to take charge of their health during Men’s Health Month and all year long.
The Prevent Cancer Foundation’s mission is to remind everyone – men and women – that when it comes to cancer, early detection can mean better outcomes.
Migraine affects an estimated more than 10% of people worldwide, occurs most often among people aged 20 to 50 years, and is about 3 times more common in women than in men. In a large US survey, 17.1% of women and 5.6% of men reported having migraine symptoms. What Are Episodic and Chronic Migraine? Dr. Fred Cohen is here to share his thoughts.
Dr. Debra Parker Oliver is here to discuss everything you need to know about Hospice. She is focused on developing, testing and implementing interventions to improve hospice care, palliative care, and caregiving experiences.
Studies have shown that regular exercise can significantly improve fitness, energy levels, and pain management in Parkinson's patients, helping them retain control over their daily lives. Renowned medical fitness expert William Smith, MS, NSCA-CSCS, MEPD. Smith is author of the highly acclaimed book Exercises for Parkinson's Disease: The Complete Fitness Guide to Improve Mobility, Strength and Balance and brings a wealth of knowledge and practical advice to the Parkinson's community.
His expertise and practical insights developed over 25 years working in fitness, healthcare, and medical settings make him a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve the lives of those affected by Parkinson's disease.
Dr. John Chuback, a board certified cardiovascular surgeon and the founder of Chuback Vein Center, is here to discuss Varicose Veins, and lymphedema a common but poorly understood problem in the United States AND Vein Care for Optimal Cardiovascular Wellness FOR ALL.
To learn more visit ChubackVeinCenter.com and VitasupportMD.com.
Dr. Dean Ornish, MD is a Lifestyle Medicine Pioneer and Founder and President of the nonprofit Preventive Medicine Research Institute.
Cash Lambert discusses his book, SURF THERAPY: The Evidence-Based Science for Physical, Mental & Emotional Well-Being, which takes a deep look into the surf therapy movement, the therapists at the forefront of this radical new treatment, and its many applications for treating anxiety, PTSD, and more.
link to book here: https://books.google.com/books/about/Surf_Therapy.html?id=IcrxEAAAQBAJ&source=kp_book_description
Yizhou Dong, Ph.D is here to discuss recent research on novel lipid nanoparticle-mRNA regimen reverses inflammation and aids recovery as well as "Nano Drug Accelerates Diabetic Wound Healing in Mice."
Bullies exist everywhere: families, workplaces, neighborhoods and communities, politics and government, and organizations of all types and sizes. And in a media landscape where conflict, crisis, chaos, and fear reign supreme, every day we see the worst behavior of celebrities, politicians, and other public figures who serve as role models.
Winners and losers. Friends and enemies. Heroes and villains. People with high-conflict personalities think almost solely in these extremes. They regularly express unmanaged emotions, routinely blame others, and do harmful things that 90% of people would never do. Bullies share these characteristics, plus a drive to dominate or destroy their victims.
But all bullies act in the same highly predictable patterns, regardless of their demographics and situation. By focusing on the ten hidden powers bullies employ--from their unrestrained nature and bully story to manipulating emotions and playing the victim--Bill Eddy unpacks the way bullies rely on primitive emotions and nonverbal behavior. He helps readers spot these behaviors and offers practical actions before they become immobilized by helplessness, blame, and shame.
In today's world, we all may have an adult bully in our lives sooner or later. For anyone who has a bully in their life now, for professionals who counsel victims of bullying, and for anyone who is concerned about the fraying of our culture and society, this book gives effective strategies to prevent bullies from taking over. Eddy's six-step approach includes useful advice on how to:
Recognize the patterns of bully behavior; Pull the plug on the bully's story; Set limits with credible threats; Impose serious consequences; Communicate effectively about bullies to others; Stand strong with others against bullies; Our New World of Adult Bullies takes a closer look at the dangerous behavior of bullies and how to stop the behavior before it starts.
With workplace-related stress costing the economy $300 billion per year, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2024's Most & Least Stressed Cities in America, as well as expert commentary, to show where people are struggling and may need assistance. Writer/Analyst Chip Lupo is here to discuss these findings.
WalletHub compared more than 180 cities across 39 key metrics. The data set ranges from average weekly work hours to the unemployment rate to divorce and suicide rates.
To view the full report and your city’s rank, please visit:
https://wallethub.com/edu/most-least-stressed-cities/22759
Meltem Ece Kars, MD, PhD is a postdoctoral researcher at the Personalized Medicine Institute at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York. Her research at the Itan Lab focuses on identifying the genetic underpinnings of complex disorders, including inflammatory bowel disease, obesity, cardiovascular disease and congenital heart disease using genetic and phenotype data from individuals with diverse ancestral origins.
Patrick K. Porter, PhD is an award-winning author, educator, consultant, entrepreneur, and speaker. With 20 years of experience operating the largest self-help franchise in the world, he has become a highly sought-after expert within the personal improvement industry, having sold over 3 million of his self-help products worldwide. Dr. Porter has been on the cutting edge of brainwave entrainment technology for 32 years. He was a co-developer of the MC2, the first personal light & sound brain training machine, voted “Best New Gadget of the Year” at the 1989 Consumer Electronics Show. And his team was voted the “Best New Health APP” at 2019 Consumer Electronic Show.
His newest brain-training platform, BrainTap is distinctively designed to activate the brain’s neuroplasticity. The BrainTap headset uses light & sound technology in combination with Dr. Porter’s proprietary guided visualization audio-sessions to help people achieve brain fitness, overcome stress, lose weight, stop smoking, manage pain, accelerate learning, enjoy superb sleep and make any number of lifestyle improvements. Additionally, he offers personal improvement providers a turnkey system for helping their clients achieve these same goals, and more. Dr. Porter also is dean of mind-based studies at the International Quantum University of Integrative Medicine (IQUIM).
https://braintap.com/
A deadly secret lurks within our spice racks, medicine cabinets, backyard gardens, and private stashes. Scratch beneath the surface of a red pepper flake, a poppy seed, a magic mushroom cap, or an apple seed, and we find a bevy of strange chemicals. We use these to greet our days (caffeine), cure our infections (penicillin), calm our nerves (CBD), and even kill our enemies (cyanide). But why do plants and fungi produce such chemicals? And how did we come to use and abuse some of them? Based on cutting-edge research, MOST DELICIOUS POISON: The Story of Nature's Toxins—From Spices to Vices by Noah Whiteman (October 24, 2023; Hardcover) reveals the origins of toxins produced by plants, mushrooms, microbes, and even some animals, the mechanisms that animals evolved to overcome them, and how a co-evolutionary arms race made its way into the human experience, forever changing the trajectory of humanity. This perpetual chemical war not only drove the diversification of life on Earth but is also intimately tied to our own successes and failures as individuals and as a species. You will never look at a houseplant, mushroom, fruit, vegetable, or even human history, the same way again. Among other topics, the following surprising phenomena are discussed:
• Pain – caused by toxins – activates a circuit deep in our brains, subsequently creating feelings of pleasure and generating a feedback loop associated with addiction.
• Endorphins are opioids made in the brains of all animals, including our own. These opioids evolved to alleviate pain and are triggered by spices like black pepper and wasabi.
• Many toxins mimic our own hormones and neurotransmitters. These include caffeine, cardiac glycosides, opioids, psilocybin, and THC, which bind to receptors needed to run our brains and hearts, twisting a molecular logic born into our animal ancestors 500 million years ago.
• Nature’s toxins did not evolve with us in mind at all – plants, fungi, and microbes compete to evolve the next best defense, which their animal enemies eventually overcome and may co-opt as weapons.
As deadly fungi make national headlines, our current reality eerily resembles a sci-fi movie in which evolutionary biologists like Noah Whiteman are essential in demystifying the unknown and revealing the origins, mechanisms, and nature of toxins. Furthermore, the sensational reaction to The Last of Us and books like Entangled Life, I Contain Multitudes, and Wicked Plants demonstrate a strong curiosity and appetite for tales about hidden (and sometimes gruesome) aspects of the natural world, and how they shape the human condition.
Previously featured in The New York Times, Nature, Science, Scientific American, and Popular Science, Noah Whiteman received a Guggenheim Fellowship in 2020 to write this book. In his own words, “In my mind, I am scientist, colleague, brother, son, uncle, husband, and friend first. But I am also a gay, first-generation college student with rural, rust-belt roots. To my knowledge, I was the first out LGBTQIA+ tenured faculty member in my department at the University of Arizona and the same is true now at the University of California, Berkeley, in Integrative Biology.”
https://www.mostdeliciouspoison.com/
Today we sit down with gastroenterologist Dr. Haleh Pazwash as she shares tips on topics such as: how to maintain a healthy gut and avoid tummy upset during a heat wave; summer safety tips to keep your gut health in check; and food safety tips from outdoor entertaining to advice on travel. She will also cover:
How to ID food poisoning – signs, symptoms, treatment and prevention plus the 101 on mayo and summer sun
Dehydration & heat stroke – best beverages to keep you from wilting in the summer heat plus signs, symptoms, treatment and prevention
Travel & your tummy – from jet lag to Montezuma’s revenge, how to enjoy your summer vacation while maintaining “regularity”
Long COVID Awareness Day was on March 15. The day highlighted the far-reaching effects of this disabling, chronic, and sometimes lethal disease worldwide, and sound the alarm for governments to accelerate the search for effective treatment. Long COVID means that post-infection symptoms persist for at least three months after contracting COVID-19—and may significantly impair one’s ability to perform day-to-day activities.
Jacob Teitelbaum, MD, co-author of the new book called You Can Heal From Long COVID (DEVA Publishing June 2024), is here today to discuss his new book and how you can get back to your life after long COVID.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Healthy protein intake amounts
- Syphilis increase this year - what you need to know and why it's happening
- Heart failure updates
- PLUS so much more...
The Source: Judith Orloff, MD, is author of the new book, The Genius of Empathy: Practical Skills to Heal Your Sensitive Self, Your Relationships, and the World with Foreword by the Dalai Lama (Sounds True, April 9, 2024). Dr. Orloff is a member of the UCLA Psychiatric Clinical Faculty and a New York Times bestselling author. She’s a leading voice in the fields of medicine, psychiatry, empathy, and intuitive development. Her work has been featured on CNN, NPR, Talks at Google, TEDx, and the American Psychiatric Association. She has also appeared in USA Today; O, The Oprah Magazine; Scientific American; and The New England Journal of Medicine. She specializes in treating highly sensitive people in her private practice. Learn more at drjudithorloff.com.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Alarming rise of alcohol and nicotine youth
- Women trying to get pregnant and vaccine updates
- Warning against raw milk
- PLUS so much more...
Marijuana and medical research: what may happen in medical research if marijuana is rescheduled, and why our understanding of marijuana's impact is now limited. The Biden administration recently proposed reclassifying marijuana from a Schedule I controlled substance to a Schedule III controlled substance, a change that acknowledges the medical benefits of the drug and would get rid of a lot of research red tape. While we currently have a basic understanding of how marijuana impacts the body and the brain, rescheduling the substance will bring more researchers to the table and make it easier to study the THC products people are currently using today.
Easy to learn and fun to play, pickleball is also a surprisingly athletic sport. In this user-friendly book, fitness superstars, the Brungardt brothers, focus their expertise on the needs of pickleball players of all levels, applying the same innovative training methods they’ve used with NBA MVPs, Cy Young Award-winners, and Olympic and tennis champions, to make picklers more athletic and injury-resistant.
To safely reach your pickleball potential, health and fitness professionals agree that the sport should not be your only form of exercise. To fill this critical gap, the Brungardts have created PB-150, a comprehensive program that delivers all the components of an elite pro training center experience—with the fun and flexibility of the pickleball spirit.
The Complete Book of Pickleball brings together a dream team of experts in the fields of strength and conditioning, sports movement, sports vision, physical therapy, sports psychology, athletic training, performance nutrition, and sports medicine. Along with the Brungardts, these experts will coach you through an interactive, easy-to-follow, holistic workout. Combining your passion for the game with the PB-150 training program gives you a portal into all the transformative benefits of exercise, while allowing you to enjoy the game you love, for a lifetime.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Probiotics and vitamin D supplementation are tied to benefits in mental illness
- Arthritis can often follow ACL repairs and how to manage
- Americans short on sleep
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Gene associated diseases vs lifestyle and how much you can control
- Benefits of aromatherapy
- Stress management and nutrition and what to avoid
- PLUS so much more...
When treating allergies, your wallet may drain faster than your sinuses.
According to the latest ValuePenguin study, 31.8% of American adults have allergies — whether seasonal, food or eczema. And spending on allergic reactions rose 230% between 2000 and 2021.
In addition to exploring our findings, stick around to learn how you can utilize your health insurance to save on allergy spending.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Less TV lowers risk for stroke
- Stress levels found via hair DNA samples
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Edoardo Marcora, Ph.D, is here today to discuss Immune Cells Identified as Key Player in Brain Health: New Discoveries for Alzheimers and other lipid rich tissue related diseases.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Latest updates on kidney disease
- Recent Alzheimers updates
- Cervical cancer increasing in women in their 30-40's and why
- PLUS so much more...
Gretchen Rubin is the bestselling author of The Happiness Project and other books, co-host of the hit podcast Happier, and one of our most influential observers of happiness and human nature writing today. In LIFE IN FIVE SENSES, Rubin explores how fully plugging into her senses personally helped her experience her own life in a more fulfilling way, and shares research and tips for how we all can harness the power of our senses to increase our happiness and well-being.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- COVID affects, long term and short
- Latest Alzheimers updates
- Cervical cancer increasing in women in their 30-40's and why
- PLUS so much more...
Vulnerable Minds: The Harm of Trauma and the Hope of Resilience (Penguin Random House / Avery; 3/12/24) by neurobiologist and educator Marc Hauser, PhD shows the importance of these dimensions, shows how they generate signatures of trauma, and provides a road map for treatment that emphasizes the idea of a toolkit of options.
This book offers a hopeful new pathway to understanding children’s trauma and providing effective interventions to build healthier communities.
Each year at least a billion children around the world are victims of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) that range from physical abuse to racial discrimination to neglect and food deprivation.
The brain plasticity of our most vulnerable makes the adverse effects of trauma only that much more damaging to mental and physical development. Those dealt a hand of ACEs are more likely to drop out of school, have a shorter life, abuse substances, and suffer from myriad mental health and behavioral issues.
The crucial question is: How do we intervene to offer these children a more hopeful future?
Dr. Hauser provides a novel, research-based framework to understand a child’s unique response to ACEs that goes beyond our current understanding and is centered around the five Ts—the timing during development when the trauma began, its type, tenure, toxicity, and how much turbulence it has caused in a child’s life.
Using this lens, adults can start to help children build resilience and recover—and even benefit—from their adversity through targeted community and school interventions, emotional regulation tools, as well as a new frontier of therapies focused on direct brain stimulation, including neurofeedback and psychedelics.
While human suffering experienced by children is the most devastating, it also presents the most promise for recovery; the plasticity of young people’s brains makes them vulnerable, but it also makes them apt to take back the joy, wonder, innocence, and curiosity of childhood when given the right support.
“AMD is one of the leading causes of vision loss and blindness,” says Dr. Andrea Zimmerman, Low Vision Specialist at Lighthouse Guild. “If you are over 60, you are at risk for AMD, which is why even if you have no symptoms, you should get an eye exam once a year,” In addition to age, other risk factors for AMD include: a history of smoking, genetics and family history, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol levels. Dr. Zimmerman is here today to discuss everything you need to know about AMD and steps you can take to protect your vision.
The New Approach to Health: Using Power Foods to Cause Rapid, Permanent Weight Loss
Scientists have found that certain foods trigger weight loss automatically. Unlike the usual approach to dieting which focuses on going hungry and avoiding the foods you love, the Power Foods approach encourages you to add specific foods that cause weight loss.
Power Foods work in three ways: First, they trigger satiety, taming your appetite so that you naturally eat less. Second, they trap calories in your digestive tract and carry them out with the wastes. Third, they ramp up your metabolism, so you burn calories faster hour after hour.
There are dozens of Power Foods, including common, everyday foods, like blueberries, melons, apples, and asparagus, as well as certain spices (cinnamon, ginger, and hot peppers). Blueberries, for example, get their color from anthocyanins, which have been associated with weight loss in research studies. Cinnamon contains a natural ingredient that boosts metabolism. Weight loss can be as easy as including these foods in your daily routine, say, with French toast made with cinnamon and topped with blueberry syrup.
The Power Foods and how to use them are spelled out in the Power Foods Diet, the new book by Neal Barnard, MD, author of the best-sellers Power Foods for the Brain and The 21-Day Weight-Loss Kickstart.
In this scientifically proven program, Power Foods do the work for you at home, at restaurants—anywhere you eat. You will never count calories again. And while exercise is always a good idea, the program works whether you exercise or not.
The Power Foods Diet includes 120 mouthwatering recipes, from French Toast and Wild Blueberry Muffins to Creamy Chipotle Butternut Soup, Southwest Chili, and Pesto Spaghetti with Broccoli and Sundried Tomatoes. And don’t forget dessert! The Power Foods ingredients are built into Blueberry Pops, Triple Berry No Churn Sorbet, a Fruity Banana Split, and Carrot Cake. There are also plenty of tips for people who prefer convenience foods or who generally eat in restaurants.
The approach is revolutionary:
• Power Foods bring you a healthier weight, healthier cholesterol level, lower blood pressure, and healthier blood sugar.
• Power Foods boost your energy, making you look and feel younger.
• Power Foods let you end “dieting” forever.
• Power Food allow you to enjoy eating again—at home or restaurants. No more skimpy portions.
• Among the Power Foods are those under study for their ability to reduce the risk of cancer and Alzheimer’s disease.
The Power Foods Diet: The Breakthrough Plan That Traps, Tames, and Burns Calories for Easy and Permanent Weight Loss
By Neal D. Barnard, MD, FACC, with menus and recipes by Dustin Harder and Lindsay S. Nixon.
Balance Books (Hachette) Publication date: March 26, 2024
Much of what we know about women’s bodies and health has come from men. Their points of view have helped shape the way we feel about our bodies—and the kind of medical attention we receive. Our “normal” bodily functions—as well as our pain, pleasure, strength, and intellectual capacity—have been based on an overwhelmingly male narrative uninformed by women’s own voices, and often used to shame and subjugate us. The result is a cultural and societal legacy that continues to shape our health and care, despite recent advances that challenge it. In ALL IN HER HEAD: The Truth and Lies Early Medicine Taught Us About Women's Bodies and Why It Matters Today (Harper Wave; on-sale February 13; ISBN: 9780063293014; 448 pages), medical historian and Memorial Sloan Kettering oncologist Elizabeth Comen, M.D. unpacks this legacy and reframes the conversation to empower women.
Comen shines a light on the female medicalized body and illuminates the myths and blind spots we’ve unwittingly inherited through generations. She takes readers back in time to meet the legendary—and sometimes infamous—doctors who shaped the field of medicine, as well as the patients they cared for (or in some cases, didn’t.) Comen explores the sanitariums of 18th century Europe, the anatomy labs of Victorian New York City, the makeshift hospitals of the Antebellum South. She connects the dots to show how a legacy of ignorance, indifference, oppression, and subjugation toward women’s medical issues commands women’s medical present.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Achieving diabetes remission and the benefits for overall health
- Latest Alzheimers updates
- Cervical cancer increasing in women in their 30-40's and why
- PLUS so much more...
As far back as the sixth century B.C., physicians have looked to treat diabetes through diet. Today, it is estimated that over 30 million Americans have been diagnosed with this chronic disease and up to 9 million suffer undiagnosed. In RETHINKING DIABETES: What Science Reveals About Diet, Insulin, and Successful Treatments (Knopf, Nonfiction; January 2, 2024), Gary Taubes explores the history of diabetes research to look towards more effective treatment in the future. Delving into the history of diabetes research shows at times conflicting and contradictory medical advice. Taubes re-examines this research alongside the most recent studies to provide new insight that shows the current standard treatment is not enough. He argues for doctors to look beyond prescribing drugs to incorporate dietary and lifestyle changes as an essential part of treatment.
In his latest book, Taubes challenges conventional medical thinking to reveal the limits of medical science for diabetes treatment. The proposed changes in RETHINKING DIABETES could revolutionize how people live with diabetes and help the millions of Americans struggling for years to come.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Updates on prostate health
- High stress ups your cardio-metabolic risks
- Weight loss and diabetes and the lowered risk of heart disease
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Updates on cardiovascular health and controlling blood pressure
- High stress from teenage years to adulthood ups your cardio-metabolic risks
- Weight loss and diabetes and the lowered risk of heart disease
- PLUS so much more...
Have you seen the Gwyneth Paltrow movie, SLIDING DOORS? It features the inimitable Gwyneth, playing Helen, freshly fired from her corporate job, stumbling into a train station, still in shock. The movie parallels the life-altering consequences of Helen missing her train home.
Brian Klaas moves the “sliding doors” theory one step further in FLUKE: Chance, Chaos, and Why Everything We Do Matters (on sale Jan 23). In it, Klaas demonstrates how linear ideas of progress are (at best) outmoded and suggests that “embracing the unpredictable” is not only more realistic—but is ultimately the key to happiness. Using history, evolutionary biology and chaos theory, Klaas shows how “letting go” is not only better for mental health, it can also be an empowering tool for success. The core argument of the book is that our world—and our lives—are more swayed by the accidental than we imagine. As people accustomed to recognizing patterns, we often wrongly weave unrelated data points together into a more pleasing tapestry. That is that the “storybook reality” produced by our modern simplified computer models, which systematically search for “the signal” and delete “the noise.”
Recall that for Gwyneth, her life was altered less by losing her corporate job than missing her train afterward.
ABOUT THE BOOK:
If you could rewind life and redo one moment, would everything turn out the same? Or could catching a train or missing an exit change your life—or history itself? Would you even know what to change, being blind to the radically different worlds you unknowingly left behind?
In the perspective-altering tradition of Malcolm Gladwell’s Tipping Point and Nassim Taleb’s The Black Swan comes a provocative challenge to how we think our world works—and why small, chance events can divert our lives and change everything, by social scientist and Atlantic writer Brian Klaas.
In FLUKE: Chance, Chaos and Why Everything We Do Matters (on sale Jan 23rd, 2024), Klaas tackles these questions and changes the way we look at the world. Klaas encourages a shift away from our obsession with linear ideas about progress and suggests that embracing the unpredictable nature of life is not only a more reality-based outlook—but is the secret to happiness. For Klaas, all of our fates are inextricably linked to a web of people and events not only outside of our control, but not even within our purview whatsoever. Pull on one thread and it effects the whole web. It is these often random “flukes” that have outsized influence on our lives. Drawing on social science, chaos theory, history, evolutionary biology, and philosophy, FLUKE provides a brilliantly fresh look at why things happen and offers lessons on living smarter, being happier, and learning to let things go.
What causes schizophrenia? Is it a genetic glitch or are environmental factors at play? A combination of the two? Whatever the reason, what medication and course of action will give the patient the best chance at a normal life?
Of all the mental illnesses, schizophrenia eludes us the most. Despite the strides scientists have made in neurological research and doctors have made in psychiatric treatment, schizophrenia remains misunderstood, almost complacently mythologized. Without a reason for the illness, patients feel even more alienated than they already do, families are left hopeless, and doctors struggle to provide effective care.
After an almost forty-year medical career dedicated to caring for those affected by schizophrenia, Dr. Steven Lesk became determined to find the answer to its existence. In Footprints of Schizophrenia, he presents a groundbreaking theory that weaves evolutionary evidence with neurological findings. His conclusions promise to forever change the lives of the mentally ill by generating much-needed cultural dialogue about this stigmatized illness, and ultimately by provoking new psychiatric and pharmacological research.
Dr. Lesk’s “primitive organization theory” has its basis in human evolution—from Neanderthals to Homo sapiens—and the specific changes to our brains after the emergence of language. We’ve existed in human-like form for six million years, but we’ve only had language for 50,000; as Dr. Lesk explains, within the vast span of evolutionary time that’s hardly any time at all. He posits that the twenty million people in the world who have schizophrenia don’t suppress the hormone dopamine, which is affected by language, in the way evolution has trained us, so their brains don’t process language well, leaving them to function as if they’re in a hallucinatory, delusional dream state.
In addition to focusing treatment efforts for schizophrenia, Dr. Lesk’s theory could affect what we can do to help people with other dopamine-related illnesses like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s chorea, Tourette’s, ADD, and more. Calling on such diverse fields as anthropology, language theory, neurochemistry, evolution, and even the second law of thermodynamics, Footprints of Schizophrenia offers hope to those with schizophrenia whose dopamine doesn’t flow in our new, adaptive way. It will usher in a new era of psychiatric understanding—one that the field and the public desperately need.
Did you know that each year, up to 1.5 million women are diagnosed with pelvic (adnexal) masses? While most of these masses are noncancerous, a pelvic mass diagnosis can lead to a significant decision: the potential removal of one or both ovaries, known as oophorectomy, which may result in surgical menopause. A pelvic mass is a growth or enlargement originating in or around the uterus, which can involve the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and neighboring tissues (adnexal masses).
Ovarian cancer, though relatively rare, impacts about 20,000 women annually in the United States. Early identification is crucial for positive outcomes.
The decision to proceed with surgery is not one to be taken lightly, as 6 out of 7 women who undergo ovarian removal due to pelvic masses do not have cancer.
Surgical menopause, particularly before natural menopause, can lead to immediate and long-term health implications, affecting bone health, neurological conditions, mental health, and heart health.
To empower women facing these challenges, here are three proactive steps they can take:
- Assess Ovarian Cancer Risk:
- Understand personal ovarian cancer risk, considering factors like family history.
- Seek Informed Decisions:
- Request blood tests that provide valuable information for decision-making.
- Consult Healthcare Providers:
- Engage in meaningful discussions with doctors, weighing the risks and benefits of surgical approaches and exploring options to preserve ovaries.
What Women Need To Know About Ovarian Cancer -
According to The American Cancer Society, Ovarian cancer ranks fifth in cancer deaths among women and is the deadliest of all gynecologic cancers. It accounts for more deaths than any other cancer of the female reproductive system. Ovarian cancer is often called the "silent killer" because symptoms may be subtle, but they can include bloating, pelvic or abdominal pain, difficulty eating, and frequent urination.
Estimates for ovarian cancer in the United States for 2023: about 19,710 women will receive a new diagnosis of ovarian cancer and about 13,270 women will die from ovarian cancer.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Menstrual cycle disorders and their ties to other health issues
- Gradual weight loss is best to help achieve ideal weight
- Brushing teeth lowers risk for hospital acquired pneumonia
- PLUS so much more...
When Dr. Michael Greger, founder of NutritionFacts.org, dove into the top peer-reviewed anti-aging medical research, he realized that diet could regulate every one of the most promising strategies for combating the effects of aging. We don’t need Big Pharma to keep us feeling young—we already have the tools. In How Not to Age, the internationally renowned physician and nutritionist breaks down the science of aging and chronic illness and explains how to help avoid the diseases most commonly encountered in our journeys through life.
Physicians have long treated aging as a malady, but getting older does not have to mean getting sicker. There are eleven pathways for aging in our bodies’ cells and we can disrupt each of them. Processes like autophagy, the upcycling of unusable junk, can be boosted with spermidine, a compound found in tempeh, mushrooms, and wheat germ. Senescent “zombie” cells that spew inflammation and are linked to many age-related diseases may be cleared in part with quercetin-rich foods like onions, apples, and kale. And we can combat effects of aging without breaking the bank. Why spend a small fortune on vitamin C and nicotinamide facial serums when you can make your own for up to 2,000 times cheaper?
Inspired by the dietary and lifestyle patterns of centenarians and residents of “blue zone” regions where people live the longest, Dr. Greger presents simple, accessible, and evidence-based methods to preserve the body functions that keep you feeling youthful, both physically and mentally. Brimming with expertise and actionable takeaways, How Not to Age lays out practical strategies for achieving ultimate longevity.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- The "Great Age Reboot"
- Benefits of Omega 3's and fatty acids
- As one spouses' blood pressure rises, so does the other, a new study shows
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Retirement deduction
- Substance abuse disorders from last year to this year
- Smoking habits of young adults
- PLUS so much more...
"You may have spent years saving for retirement—but have you thought of the best way to use the money you saved? How you withdraw from your IRA, 401(k), and other accounts can have a major impact on how much you will pay in federal income taxes during retirement. After searching in vain for helpful information on retirement withdrawal strategies, I decided to create a retirement tax simulator I call the Retirement Tax Saver tool. The tool shows that how and when money is withdrawn from retirement accounts can have an enormous impact on taxes. I thought the information was important enough to share that I interrupted my attempt at early semi-retirement to write the book, From Savvy Saver to Smart Spender: How to Pick a Tax-Wise Retirement Withdrawal Strategy."
Longevity trailblazer and NYT bestselling author Dan Buettner. In The Blue Zones Secrets for Living Longer, Dan reveals an all new Blue Zone. And we will have exciting news that we will share later this month!
Nearly 20 years ago, journalist Dan Buettner landed in the mountain villages of Sardinia, Italy, with a backpack and a National Geographic assignment to investigate hotspots around the world where people are thriving into their 100s. A wealth of dedicated research, extensive global travel, five books, and a groundbreaking national wellness project later, Buettner returned to his original five Blue Zones—Ikaria, Greece; Okinawa, Japan; Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula; and Loma Linda, California, along with Sardinia—for a follow-up visit.
In The Blue Zones Secrets for Living Longer: Lessons from the Healthiest Places on Earth (National Geographic; August 29, 2023), Dan Buettner shares updates on the communities known for their super-agers—centenarians who maintain healthy, fulfilling lives and sharp brains until the end—as well as his Blue Zones Project across the United States. Yet, this book is much more than a recap. Within a captivating tour of the Blue Zones through beautiful photographs and engaging anecdotes, Buettner offers vital new insights and expanded practices for adding 10 or more vibrant years to life expectancy.
Among timely topics and never-before-published information, Dan Buettner discusses his investigation into an all-new and exciting “Blue Zone 2.0”—the first intentionally created Blue Zone yet explored—where government policies have increased longevity, reduced healthcare costs, and strengthened a sense of family and kinship.
The remarkable success of his Blue Zone Project, the largest preventative health program in America, in more than 70 cities, from Fort Worth, Texas, to Naples, Florida, as well as the entire states of Iowa and Hawaii. Stunning results include double-digit drops in obesity, smoking, and BMI; significant reductions in employee absenteeism; and millions of dollars of savings in healthcare costs.
His priority on making it easier for everyone to develop and sustain habits proven to increase longevity by changing their surroundings. He can share simple tips for redesigning any home, room by room, to naturally encourage longevity-enhancing practices from plant-based eating to regular exercise to taking time to downshiftThe toll of the typical American diet and sedentary lifestyle not only across the USA—where rates of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and dementia continue to rise as we spend billions on vitamins, protein supplements, and prescription drugs—but also in the Blue Zones, due to the forces of globalization and technology.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Benefits of different diets and how they help lose weight
- Substance abuse disorders from last year to this year
- Smoking habits of young adults
- PLUS so much more...
Joey Wallace’s work in the Bone Biology and Mechanics Lab at Purdue University in Indianapolis has focused on the role collagen in bone plays in several different disease models. Joey Wallace is becoming one of the nation's foremost leaders in bone collagen research. He's discovered new identification techniques, while studying the key role collagen plays in diabetes and kidney disease.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Diet and fatty liver disease
- Smoking habits of young adults
- PLUS so much more...
You don’t have to eat a restrictive diet to live better, healthier, and longer. In this essential cookbook, 75 recipes put the focus on the five foods that keep you living your best life—without sacrificing flavor or favorites.
The key to longevity, experts say, comes down to what you eat. And that doesn’t mean a restrictive diet. This innovative cookbook acclaimed nutritionist and doctor Michael Crupain introduces the five essential food groups for a longer, healthier life, along with 75 delicious recipes that will ward off illness and extend your life by years. Living longer and better, he reveals, doesn’t mean frequent trips to the doctor’s office or a magic pill. Instead, it’s all about preventative medicine through the power of what you eat—and that includes carbs, fats, and sugars.
Crupain provides an inspiring road map to revamp your eating habits for maximum health. Using a foundation of 5 key food groups—whole grains, seafood, nuts and seeds, beans, and fruits and vegetables—he crafts 75 recipes that will prevent disease and extend your life by years.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Affects of opioids and why to avoid them
- Substance abuse disorders from last year to this year
- Smoking habits of young adults
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- New drug molecule expands energy and lifespan by regenerating mitochondrial function
- A gene editing drug decreased LDL by a significant amount in a new study
- Daily marijuana use side affects
- PLUS so much more...
Daylight savings time is just around the corner and feelings of dread might be creeping in as we settle into the shorter days and longer nights. For many, daylight savings marks the beginning of “The Winter Blues.” But there’s no need to fear because Dr. Greg Hammer is eager to share his tried-and-true mindfulness practice that will help boost your mental resilience and give you the tools to thrive during these cold winter months. Dr. Hammer is incredibly passionate about educating folks on the ways in which they can prioritize and improve their mental health so that they may live peaceful and fulfilling lives.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Living alone tied to higher rates of cancer death
- Dementia updates
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Richard Johnson is here to discuss the impact of fructose on obesity and its possible link to Alzheimer's and dementia. Dr. Johnson explains that while fruit contains healthy fiber and potassium, added sugars and high fructose corn syrup in processed foods contribute to excessive fructose intake. He discusses the historical rise in sugar consumption and the body's ability to produce fructose from carbohydrates. Dr. Johnson also explores the evolutionary aspects of fructose metabolism and its role in fat storage and hunger. The potential benefits of a ketogenic diet and reducing sugar intake are highlighted, along with ongoing research into fructose kinase inhibitors to combat obesity and neurological issues. The episode concludes with a discussion on natural sugar alternatives like allulose and the importance of a balanced diet.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Acupuncture and all it's benefits, especially for the heart
- Higher consumptions of coffee and tea links and affects
- Dementia updates
- PLUS so much more...
Authors Lisa Schuman, a licensed clinical social worker and therapist, and Dr. Mark Leondires, have decades of experience working with patients, as well as their own personal stories of fertility treatment and non-genetic parenthood.
Together they walk listeners through the medical and genetic aspects of donor conception, common ethical dilemmas, managing relationships with friends and family members, ways to tell donor-conceived children about their origins, and strategies to cope with the difficulties of fertility treatment.
In a compassionate and authoritative narrative, they help stressed out parents-to-be find their way forward with confidence and joy.
Dr. Teresa Yang is here today to discuss her book, "Nothing but the Tooth". Have you ever visited a new dentist and been told you need a “smile makeover,” with the implication that if your teeth were whiter and straighter, you would be more successful and happier? Or maybe you’ve never had a cavity – and now, suddenly, you have a half dozen that require immediate attention. Perhaps you’ve been told you need a root canal or a crown or implant. What are all these things? Which procedure is best for your situation? Did you leave those offices thinking, “It’s not really bothering me. Do I need to get all this work done?” Nothing But the Tooth is a ready guide to dental health that answers all your questions and the ones you didn’t even know to ask. It begins with the most important how to choose a competent and ethical dentist – and ends with a discussion about technological advances in the dental field. Topics such as the cost of dental treatment, pediatric and geriatric dental needs, and the link between sleep apnea and your mouth are covered. Most importantly, it guides readers to a better understanding of the link between dental and overall health.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Red meat and its link to diabetes
- Out of pocket healthcare costs rise with dementia diagnosis - how to slow rate of aging
- PLUS so much more...
Fat cells, a necessary part of the body, are a growing area of research for scientists as a concerning rise in metabolic illnesses has shifted the field’s focus to the biology and chemistry of fat. University of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science professor, Dennis Discher, is one scientist looking into how fat cells work.
Dennis’s research led to a groundbreaking study that proves fat cells are more than just a number on the scale – his team found fat-filled lipid droplets hold a surprising capability to indent and puncture a cell’s nucleus, where DNA is held. The finding is alarming considering a ruptured nucleus can lead to elevated DNA damage, a characteristic of many diseases, including cancer.
- The solutions and drug treatments that may prevent nuclear damage by fat droplets
- How this research has aided in understanding aging and related conditions where the cell cycle is suppressed
- How the research will continue through the study of immune cell functions, including possible anti-cancer functions.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Study results of bacteria from Alzheimer's patients
- Newest advancements in medicine and aging
- Importance of getting enough sleep and how it affects your health
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Teresa Yang is here today to discuss her book, "Nothing but the Tooth". Have you ever visited a new dentist and been told you need a “smile makeover,” with the implication that if your teeth were whiter and straighter, you would be more successful and happier? Or maybe you’ve never had a cavity – and now, suddenly, you have a half dozen that require immediate attention. Perhaps you’ve been told you need a root canal or a crown or implant. What are all these things? Which procedure is best for your situation? Did you leave those offices thinking, “It’s not really bothering me. Do I need to get all this work done?” Nothing But the Tooth is a ready guide to dental health that answers all your questions and the ones you didn’t even know to ask. It begins with the most important how to choose a competent and ethical dentist – and ends with a discussion about technological advances in the dental field. Topics such as the cost of dental treatment, pediatric and geriatric dental needs, and the link between sleep apnea and your mouth are covered. Most importantly, it guides readers to a better understanding of the link between dental and overall health.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Best water filters to use based on the area you live
- Understand genes and what is and isn't in our control
- Decreasing risk of heart failure
- PLUS so much more...
Can a difficult diagnosis create a stronger faith? On November 3, 2022, Mark and Mary Kay Liston went to the ER to treat a nasty cough that Mark had picked up. After hours, the doctor entered the room and gave Mark the somber diagnosis of lung cancer, indicating a ping pong-sized lump in his lung. To Mark, who was a healthy, lifelong non-smoker, the diagnosis was both shocking and confusing. In the following seventy-six days, the author journaled and wrote notes down on all his daily medical interactions, doctor and hospital appointments, and medications given. This meticulous process of fact-finding, coupled with the author's friend-and-family invitation for -- and inclusion of -- twenty-six others' stories of similar life-threatening diagnoses, resulted in the compilation and creation of Diagnosed: Inspirational Stories After an Alarming Medical Diagnosis. The husband and wife Liston team divided the book into two different sections: the first section for the twenty-six individuals interviewed who share their diagnosis/recovery stories, and the second section for the authors' own story. Each individual who shared had a different story. Each had survived cancer or another life-altering illness, or cared for someone who had. Each one offered special insights. Yet, all are inspirational stories that can help any reader cope with their own possible life-altering diagnosis. Ninety percent of the patients interviewed shared the importance that their faith in God, and prayer, had played in their recovery story as they, along with the author team, all navigated the powerful, healing waters of faith. Mark and Mary Kay Liston are retired franchise executives - both presidents of different franchise companies. Mary Kay is a Navy brat - having grown up on Navy bases throughout the west coast and Japan. She received her undergrad at San Diego State, her hometown, and MBA from Pepperdine. She had five other siblings. Mark grew up in Northern Illinois, got married at 18 and had three kids by the time he was 22. His only brother was 18 years older. He lost his dad while in grade school. Now snowbirds, they spend time with kids and grandkids, and enjoy traveling. They were inspired to write this book after a diagnosis of lung cancer.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Climbing more than 5 flights of stairs daily and what it does to help your heart
- Exposure to air pollution and raised risk of strokes
- Benefits of whey protein and how to take it
- PLUS so much more...
If a disaster took away the high-technology we take for granted, would you be prepared to keep you family healthy? Could you be an effective medic when hospitals are overcrowded and the ambulance is heading in the other direction? Can you take over if you were the highest medical asset left? Medical preparedness advocates Joe Alton, MD and Amy Alton, NP’s award-winning “Survival Medicine Handbook: A guide for when help is NOT on the way” is now out in its greatly expanded and revised 4th edition!
Joseph Alton, M.D. and Amy Alton, A.R.N.P co-wrote The Survival Medicine Handbook", a guide for the non-medical professional to staying healthy is situations where help is NOT on the way. It has occupied the #1 Amazon Bestseller spot numerous times in the Survival Skills, Disaster Relief, and the Safety and First Aid categories since it was published and is an Amazon Best Seller Top 100 book. Their Ebola book is a New York Times Best Seller, "The Ebola Survival Handbook". They have also written "The Zika Virus Handbook: A Doctor Explains All You Need To Know About The Pandemic".
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- The multiple benefits of statins
- Menstrual irregularity in adolescence and what you need to know
- Risks of drinking multiple times a week
- PLUS so much more...
DR. ANNIE FENN is the founder of the Brain Health Kitchen, the only cooking school of its kind focused exclusively on brain health and helping people prevent cognitive decline through food and lifestyle. After twenty years as a board-certified ob-gyn, she traded in her stethoscope for an apron to pursue her passion for the culinary arts. But it was her mother's diagnosis with dementia that helped Annie find her path and her new calling, one that enabled her to not only help her mother but also create significant and meaningful impact for others. Annie lives in Jackson, Wyoming. She writes a twice-weekly newsletter at brainhealthkitchen.substack.com and posts on Instagram at @brainhealthkitchen.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- A new twist for the wrist and what it means for you
- Gout prevention
- Dementia risk rises as activity rate falls
- PLUS so much more...
For many of us, time spent in recovery—from a broken leg, a virus, chronic illness, or the crisis of depression or anxiety—can feel like an unwelcome obstacle on the road to health. Modern medicine too often assumes that once doctors have prescribed a course of treatment, healing takes care of itself. But recovery isn’t something that “just happens.” It is an act that we engage in and that has the potential to transform our lives, if we can find ways to learn its rhythms and invest our time, energy, and participation. Drawing on thirty years of medicine, and on insights from practitioners, psychologists, and writers across history, physician Gavin Francis delivers a profound, practical, and deeply hopeful guide to recovery. Rejecting the idea that healing is passive, Recovery offers tools and wisdom for convalescence, and shows how tending to our bodies, environments, and perspectives can help us move through the landscape of illness—and come out the other side whole.
RECOVERY is an expert guide to the secrets of recovering – showing why we need it and how to do it better. Rejecting the idea that healing is passive, RECOVERY offers tools and wisdom for convalescence, and shows how tending to our bodies, environments, and perspectives can help us move through the landscape of illness—and come out the other side whole.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Blood pressure and keeping it under control
- Glaucoma and how to know if you have it
- Men are much less healthy than they think they are, according to surveys
- PLUS so much more...
Something interesting happened when physicians started prescribing medications that were developed for people with type 2 diabetes. They saw that these patients often experienced a reduced appetite followed by weight loss. The most popular currently, Semaglutide (sold as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and others), affects hormones and appetite to help people lose weight. These drugs are currently trending on social media and the news, with many influencers touting them as a miracle weight loss drug.
But just like everything in the nutrition-world, there is a complex list of pros, cons, and questions that are left to be explored when it comes to these and other weight loss medications. If you’ve been wondering about all these weight loss drugs buzzing in the news and online, it’s time to better understand what they are, who they’re for, and some of the ethics and considerations behind using them.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Cardiac arrest and the chance of finding out about them before you have one
- Women fall more, but men face a higher death rate
- Keeping weight stable for longevity
- PLUS so much more...
Thousands of heart patients are getting better instead of slowly worse because their doctors are targeting something new. Usually, when someone is told that their arteries are hardened or blocked, they're prescribed drugs or surgery that minimize the symptoms. They might also be told how diet and exercise can slow it but no treatment will stop or reverse the process.
That's changing. These are the stories of doctors, patients, and scientists who together are reversing the damage caused by hidden stress. Their successes are opening doors to discovering the nature of longevity.
The challenge that they're targeting is when the immune system backfires due to hidden stresses such as toxic metals and low-grade infections. These aren't on the standard list of heart risks.
Advanced technology combined with personalized approaches are driving a wave of affordable prevention and therapy that target these risks.
In response to this, more patients are taking charge of their own health. The stories of how they're doing it are told here by a seasoned author who spent decades researching, while co-founding a medical biotech company and developing healthy products. Those combined insights allowed Douglas Mulhall to see before others how targeting hidden stress is opening new doors to healthier longevity.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Important information about strokes and what you need to know
- Women report breast size impacts ability to exercise
- Dementia score risks and what it means to you
- PLUS so much more...
While the world begins to grapple with the promise and pitfalls of artificial intelligence, its potential impact on science and medicine is fast becoming the subject of discussion. As the use of AI techniques to analyze data become more widespread, it raises the question of how long science and medicine will even continue to be driven by human intellect.
But before we try to imagine the future of these fields, we need to take an honest look at how science and medicine are currently practiced. That's what Ben Lewin does in this book, covering everything from the "grant game" that doctors and scientists have to play (doing the research they think can get funded rather than the research they think will most benefit mankind), to the "publish or perish" mentality that permeates both teaching hospitals and universities (despite the fact that the papers are a "myth" in that they present the research process as linear even though that's not how science works), to the way politics can stall even the most promising fields of study (like stem cells, which keep facing roadblocks even after demonstrating the potential for building replacement organs).
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Why team sports have a benefits for kids
- Lost sleep can be made up over the weekend
- Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and its benefits on memory
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Long Island based Janine Stiene, a Speech-Language Pathologist and Founder of The Spot Pal is here today to discuss oral health and how the tongue plays a huge role in discovering underlining conditions.
Representative Adam Smith woke up one morning in April 2016 and seriously considered the possibility that he might never be able to get out of bed. Hobbled by crippling anxiety, chronic pain, muscle atrophy and a confusing cocktail of medications, he wasn’t sure what terrified him more: getting up or staying in bed. It’s a struggle millions of Americans know all too well. In his new memoir, Lost and Broken, Smith shares with unflinching honesty how he got to this lowest point in life, and how he slowly, painfully and unevenly found his way back to having a calmer mind and being free of chronic pain and medication.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
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The importance of probiotics
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Marijuana smoke versus cigarette smoke
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Dangers of sugar sweetened beverages
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Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
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Risks of long term use of protein pump inhibitors like Prilosec
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Can cinnamon help control diabetes?
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Getting rid of trans-fats
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Stress. It’s everywhere these days: a cry for help, the answer to why illnesses pop up (or won’t go away), an issue for students and workers, and a culprit when it comes to everything from car accidents to weight gain. Stress is one of those problems most of us are left to figure out and solve by ourselves (a warm bath with scented candle only goes so far). Dr. Sam Akbar walks worried readers through how to calm themselves in her book Stressilient: How to Beat Stress and Build Resilience (published by St. Martin’s Essentials (St Martin’s Publishing Group).
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Adding sugar consumption increases the risk of kidney stones
- Infertility is tied to severe menopause symptoms later in life
- Benefits of aromatherapy
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Dr. Natasha Chhabra is here to help identify and treat food poisoning, dehydration and heat stroke, what impacts travel can have on your digestion and so much more.
First of all, it's important to understand why we have more unruly airline passengers than ever. It can be traced to the Covid 19 pandemic and lockdowns. When we were in lockdown for such a long period of time, it made us lose some of our humanity and our empathy for others. We became less able to socialize appropriately, and some of us tossed etiquette out the airplane window. Hear what Dr. John Huber has to say about how to better deal with airline passengers.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
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Decreases inflammation
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Positive effects and benefits of aerobic resistant exercise
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Construction work and increased risk of respiratory disorders
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Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
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Drug shortages and what can be done
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What factors are most responsible for decreasing premature death?
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Best practices for managing stress
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Professor Tinglong Dai discusses a current cancer drug shortage that was caused by a deplorable foreign manufacturing facility that stopped exporting chemotherapy drugs to the U.S. after an inspection that revealed "a cascade of failures." But it could be worse — 4 Americans have died and 8 have been blinded after using generic eyedrops made in a foreign facility that was never inspected by the . In 2022, the inspected only 6% of the nearly 3,000 foreign drug manufacturing facilities. America relies on these facilities for most of our prescription drugs.
The Vegetarian Reset celebrates a lifestyle where a foodie sensibility intersects with healthy eating. It solves the never-ending dilemma that all plant-based eaters face: Is life fun when you eat salad every day, or is it worth it to let your health take a backseat to enjoy a big bowl of rice or pasta without enough protein? In her debut cookbook, Vasudha Viswanath takes readers on a little trip around the world, drawing inspiration from an array of traditional and global cuisines that are rich in whole foods like vegetables, legumes, and healthy fats. Seasonal vibrant recipes are moderately low-carb and put vegetables front and center, while also being gluten-free! Learn to bake healthy bread from scratch, make paella out of cauliflower rice, transform paneer into gnocchi, and sweeten brownies with dates! Whether you already follow a low-carb lifestyle or simply want to add more healthy dishes into your rotation, The Vegetarian Reset will delight and inspire vegetarians, vegans, and omnivores alike to eat well, fully nourish, and reset your body.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
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Sweet health benefits of dates
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Prescription and over the counter drug updates
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Effects of testosterone from adolescence to adulthood
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With survivor stories and journaling prompts woven throughout, Drs. Jobson and Morgan offer support and validation in exercising interactive healing. Both hopeful and helpful, by the end of this book, readers will be equipped with data, self knowledge, and integrative medicine skills – the ingredients to accelerate their own healing.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
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We now know why ace inhibitors don't block COVID-19
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Latest on newest medicine benefits and updates
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Effects of testosterone from adolescence to adulthood
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Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
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Sweet health benefits of dates
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11 ways to spot a diet fad
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Effects of testosterone from adolescence to adulthood
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From the first tickle of curiosity to an unexpected shift in how we perceive the world, there isn’t a person who hasn’t felt wonder, and yet the why and how of this profoundly beneficial emotion is only just beginning to be scientifically defined and explored. This inspiring book from thought leader Monica Parker explores the power of wonder to transform the way we learn, develop new ideas, drive social change, and ultimately become better humans. The Power of Wonder takes readers on a multidisciplinary journey through psychology, neuroscience, philosophy, literature, and business to share some of the surprising secrets behind the mechanics of wonder and guides readers in bringing more of it into their lives. Readers will learn about the components and elicitors of wonder, and how it can transform our bodies and brains. From taking a daily “awe walk” to discovering a new and all-consuming interest in something you’d never given much thought to before, this book shows readers how to become more wonder-prone and reconnect with a reverence for the world and all the fascinating people in it.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
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Napping in the morning?
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Researchers project heart attacks to rise three fold by 2050
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U.S. gun deaths meet an all time high
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The latest numbers from the CDC suggest that more than 1 in 3 adults have either prediabetes or diabetes. These are alarming numbers, and finding out that you are one out of three can be even more alarming. Shock, denial, and confusion are not uncommon reactions. But there is a flipside to learning you have prediabetes. It can be scary, but it’s also an opportunity—an opportunity to “reset,” to improve your health and to get yourself in better shape than ever. Let Prediabetes: A Complete Guide, Second Edition show you how!
This comprehensive guide will lead you through dozens of concrete steps you can take to reverse prediabetes and reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and other lifestyle-related chronic diseases. Taking an individualized approach to your lifestyle reset, Prediabetes: A Complete Guide will allow you to choose your own path to wellness and help you gain a greater sense of well-being, boost confidence in your abilities to maintain a healthful lifestyle, and have you feeling better than you have in years. It’s time to start reversing prediabetes!
These are secret worlds known only to the doctors and nurses who work in them. For 36 years Dr. David Alfery was a cardiothoracic anesthesiologist in Nashville, TN. He brings you into a hidden world of medicine as it has never before been seen. You will witness the exhilaration a physician feels when a life is miraculously saved, the terror when a life is on the line, the shock of an unexpected demise, the grace patients evidence at the end of life, and much more. SAVING GRACE illustrates the shared humanity of the bond between doctors and their patients. You will come to view your own doctor in a new light. It will bring into focus the fact that, sooner or later, each of us will die. More importantly, it will forever change the way you live
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
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Erectile disfunction in middle aged men could lead to trouble for their brains
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Importance of controlling blood pressure, inflammation, and other things to help with brain health
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Wildfires disrupt air quality - how to protect yourself and your body
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ABOUT BUILT TO MOVE
NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER • Simple and proven physical practices designed to improve the way your body feels—less stiffness! fewer aches and pain!—and boost the overall quality of your life, no matter how you spend your time. From the innovators behind The Ready State and the movement bible Becoming a Supple Leopard.
“The definitive guide for building an all-around healthy and high-performing body and mind.” —Andrew Huberman, Professor of Neurobiology, Stanford University & Host of The Huberman Lab Podcast**
After decades spent working with pro-athletes, Olympians, and Navy Seals, mobility pioneers Kelly and Juliet Starrett began thinking about the physical well-being of the rest of us. What makes a durable human? How do we continue to feel great and function well as we age? And how do we counteract the effects of technology-dependence, sedentary living, and other modern ways of life on our body’s natural need for activity?
Have you ever thrown your back out doing something as seemingly harmless as picking up groceries?
Are you avoiding activities you once loved because of pain, injury, stiffness or fatigue? Have you witnessed the tragic deterioration of an elderly loved one’s life after a slip and fall?
The billion-dollar fitness industry has led us to believe that one hour of exercise a day is what it takes to sustain our bodies.
Yet decades coaching some of the highest-performing individuals on the planet (Oscar winners, Navy SEALs, former presidents and Olympic athletes) have shown Dr. Kelly Starrett and Juliet Starrett (1.3 million followers across platforms) firsthand the essential physical practices that truly support elite performance.
Contrary to popular belief, they discovered that the secret lies in what you do the other 23 hours of the day when you aren’t exercising.
And it turns out that the practices that support elite performance are the very same practices that can help the rest of us—anyone at any age and any fitness level—achieve a durable, pain-free body.
The best part? Exercise is extra credit, not a prerequisite!
Their #3 New York Times Best Seller, BUILT TO MOVE: The Ten Essential Habits to Help You Move Freely and Live Fully (Knopf; April 4, ’23) is the antidote to our sedentary lifestyle and unveils the little levers we can all pull throughout our busy days to maximize our body’s function and make a huge difference in how we feel and how successfully we age—starting right here, right now.
The book offers:
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The first-ever set of objective, physical vital sign tests that reflect your current state of physical health and durability
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The sit-and-rise test that can predict your likely lifespan
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The one-leg balance that indicates your risk of being seriously injured in a fall
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The floor-sit and squat moves that could reduce your chance of arthritic hip pain by up to 90%
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A first-aid kit for the inevitable aches and pains we all experience as humans that can be done on your living room floor.
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Expansive, anti-diet nutrition strategies that are designed to support tissue health and lean muscle mass—which in turn support healthy aging
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Intuitive ways to integrate more movement into your daily life and escape sedentary habits
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Strategies to create a movement-rich environment in your home and workplace to support your brain and body’s need to move
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Breathing strategies designed to help restore range of motion and improve low back and neck pain
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An evidence-based approach to solve the age-old problem of how to fall (and stay!) asleep (spoiler alert: it’s walking)
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Quick and simple assessments to gauge progress and what needs improvement
BUILT TO MOVEis the first holistic systems approach to building a resilient, adaptable, healthy body that can do what you want it to do for as long you may live—whether that be gardening or a triathlon.
This book introduces readers to a set of simple principles and practices that can be done in just 10 minutes a day, leading to greater ease of movement, better health and a happier life doing whatever it is you love to do. Most of these practices are not things you’re going to hear or read about anywhere else.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
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Multivitamins shows decrease in medical deficiencies
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Corn adds important nutrients for eyes
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Chewing ice can fracture teeth
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Worried about memory loss and dementia risk? This new book will show you easy-to-follow steps to keep your brain healthy. DEMENTIA PREVENTION: Using Your Head to Save Your Brain, by Emily Clionsky, MD, and Mitchell Clionsky, PhD. In dementia Prevention, they combine the most current scientific findings about Alzheimer's disease and other dementias with their experience to you through a science-based tour of dementia, including how your brain works and how its function is affected by everything from blood circulation and blood pressure to sugar levels, medications, vision, and hearing. You will learn how your activity level, weight, habits, mental outlook, and social engagement may affect your likelihood of developing dementia. Dementia Prevention provides a dementia risk checklist to better understand your personal risk profile to help you on your journey. The authors' training and experience as behavioral scientists will help you set better goals, identify roadblocks to success, and overcome these obstacles. Forgetfulness and confusion are not an inevitable part of growing older — you can make changes to keep your brain working well into your 70s and beyond. From how you breathe while you sleep to what you do socially and physically every day.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
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At least 10 pesticides have been linked to Parkinson's disease
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Benefits of aromatherapy
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The brain isn't the only place the stroke can occur, but also the eye
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Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
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Drug resistant ring worm invading the USA
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Deep sleep, smelling, & hearing aids are all buffers against Alzheimers linked memory less
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Lingering nerve symptoms in Lyme disease
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Jennifer A. Shin, MD, MPH, is a medical oncologist specializing in breast cancer and a palliative care specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital. She is the author of Living with Breast Cancer (Johns Hopkins University Press).
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
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Poor quality diet is tied to a higher risk for adverse coronary artery disease and peripheral artery disease outcomes
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Patients to achieve rapid on set with itch relief are more satisfied with their eczema therapy
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Long term (5 year) use of protein pump inhibitors are associated with non-fatty alcoholic liver disease
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At turns funny and heartbreaking, A Boob’s Life explores both the joys and hazards inherent to living in a woman’s body. Lehr deftly blends her personal narrative with national history, starting in the 1960s with the women’s liberation movement and moving to the current feminist dialogue and what it means to be a woman. Her insightful and clever writing analyzes how America’s obsession with the female form has affected her own life’s journey and the psyche of all women today.
From her prize-winning fiction to her viral New York Times Modern Love essay, exploring the challenges facing contemporary women has been Lehr’s life-long passion. A Boob’s Life, her first project since breast cancer treatment, continues this mission, taking readers on a wildly informative, deeply personal, and utterly relatable journey. No matter your gender, you’ll never view this sexy and sacred body part the same way again.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
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Microbiomes change with the seasons, which may be why it get more colds in the Winter
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Drinking and driving stat updates and the progressing danger as we get older
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Smoking rates hit an all time low
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It's not a stretch to say that the last few years have left Americans more tired than ever. However, for many people who have trouble sleeping, they are more than tired. Each night is an anxious odyssey where getting a good night's sleep feels like a battle to win rather than the easy and refreshing experience it should be. The problem is that too many people approach sleep as an issue of control rather than focusing on changing their relationship to sleep. The truth is that we all already know how to sleep – we don't need a formula to fix it, or a collection of tips to optimize it because perfection is neither necessary nor sufficient for sustainable sleep health.
Dr. Jade Wu, behavioral sleep medicine specialist and researcher, has helped hundreds of patients over the last ten years. Her debut book Hello Sleep: The Science and Art of Overcoming Insomnia Without Medications (on-sale February 7, 2023 from St. Martin's Press; $28.99; ISBN 978-1250828408) is a guide for those with insomnia to help them shift their relationship with sleep to make it enjoyable and natural again. Even those without insomnia will find explanations and recommendations to improve their own sleep habits.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Common sleeping pill may reduce the build up of Alzheimer's protein
- A novel DNA repair pathway, essential for brain health and function, has been discovered
- Teenage obesity - the data and what it means
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You’re too sensitive. You’re overreacting. Grow a thicker skin. You take everything so personally.
We hear these comments all too often. There’s no denying sensitivity is surrounded by stigma. We discourage it in our children, judge it in our peers, and ultimately weaponize it in our relationships with colleagues and family members. While it’s not widely understood by the public, sensitivity is an essential human trait. In fact, nearly 1 in 3 people are highly sensitive individuals, and without them, we would not have the theory of evolution, the Declaration of Independence, or Netflix.
Jenn Granneman and Andre Sóloare the force behind the world’s largest online communities for sensitive people and introverts, Sensitive Refuge and Introvert, Dear. And they’re on a mission to break the negative stigma surrounding sensitivity in their forthcoming book, SENSITIVE (on sale 2/28), unveiling the hidden power of highly sensitive people (HSPs) in our loud, fast, and too-much world.
Weaving together actionable advice, relatable anecdotes, and the latest scientific research, SENSITIVE shows readers how leaning into their sensitivity can unlock a powerful “boost effect” to launch them ahead in life. Presenting the empowering idea that sensitivity gives you access to five distinct gifts, Granneman and Sólo offers the tools and insights you need to embrace this undervalued strength and leverage it across the most important areas of your life.
Through fascinating research and expert storytelling, SENSITIVE reveals:
- A clear picture of what it really means to be sensitive and what strengths sensitive people bring to the world
- Are you an HSP? A checklist of the most common characteristics of sensitive people
- What makes the sensitive brain different — and how it’s wired to go deep
- How the needs of sensitive people differ from those of less sensitive people
- How to transform one of the misunderstood gifts of sensitive people—empathy—into a source of world-changing strength
- The common misconceptions about sensitive children—and their secret advantage
- The powerful traits of sensitive leaders, who are often the most effective leaders of all
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- About 30% of Americans over the age of 60 have hearing loss and only 10% get treated for it, which is a leading cause for dementia
- Use of hearing aids reduces dementia risk of those with hearing loss
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Dr. Praveen Raju, Co-Director of the Children’s Brain and Spinal Tumor Center at Mount Sinai Kravis Children’s Hospital (New York), joins us today to discuss the development of a novel approach to enhance drug delivery for brain tumors in children. Mount Sinai Health System and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center researchers have developed a new drug delivery approach that uses nanoparticles to enable more effective and targeted delivery of anti-cancer drugs to treat brain tumors in children. The technology allows for the enhanced delivery of anti-cancer drugs to the specific locations of brain tumors while sparing normal brain regions.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Discrimination linked to higher risk of death, particularly for cardiovascular disease
- Vitamin C increases absorption of iron, wound healing and healthy skin
- Growing threat of fungal infections and what it means to you
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Cancer touches almost everyone. Nearly 2 million Americans are diagnosed with cancer each year. The good news is that cancer prevention and early detection can save lives. Heather Mackey, Senior Director of Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Prevent Cancer Foundation, discusses the Foundation and steps they are taking in cancer prevention.
Routine cancer screening can detect cancer early (even if you have no signs or symptoms). When cancer is detected early, it increases your chance of survival. You may also require less extensive treatment or have more treatment options.
It's time to check your health and give yourself—and your loved ones—better outcomes. Get your routine cancer screenings scheduled today.
The Prevent Cancer Foundation® is the only U.S.-based nonprofit organization solely dedicated to cancer prevention and early detection. Through research, education, outreach and advocacy, we have helped countless people avoid a cancer diagnosis or detect their cancer early enough to be successfully treated. We are driven by a vision of a world where cancer is preventable, detectable and beatable for all.The Foundation is rising to meet the challenge of reducing cancer deaths by 40% by 2035. To achieve this, we are committed to investing $20 million for innovative technologies to detect cancer early and advance multi-cancer screening, $10 million to expand cancer screening and vaccination access to medically underserved communities, and $10 million to educate the public about screening and vaccination options. For more information, please visit www.preventcancer.org
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Olympic success is a matter of guts
- Rosemary oil can immensely help your hair
- Health benefit of red peppers
- What is trauma bonding and how to recognize the signs
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Known to medical researchers since the 1980s, LADA is just now beginning to be known to the general public. KICKASS HEALTHY LADA: How to Thrive with Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults (Hachette Go; 4/4/23; $13.99; ISBN: 9780306830747) is the first and only trade book on the market dedicated to treating the 3.4 million people diagnosed with LADA in the U.S., the millions that have been misdiagnosed or not diagnosed at all, the 30 million with other forms of diabetes, and even the 88 million pre-diabetic Americans. Thoroughly researched, empathetic, and practical KICKASS HEALTHY LADA shares author Jacqueline Haskins's hard-earned expertise. Medically reviewed and vetted, this go-to guide provides critical information and insights, including:
•A detailed breakdown of the different diabetes diagnoses
•What makes LADA different and how to find the best treatment team
•Insulin: what it is, what it does, and how to know if we need more of this natural hormone
•Tools for good health with LADA, including food and nutrition advice
•Introducing Carb-Craft: how to safely enjoy the foods you love
Originally misdiagnosed, Haskins visited five doctors before getting helpful guidance. Lacking a supportive and authoritative guide, Haskins spent months educating herself by scouring medical publications to weave together an understanding of LADA to take charge of her life and learn to thrive with this chronic, life-threatening, yet conquerable disease. Bringing compassion, humor, and hope to people with LADA and their loved ones from a patient's point of view, Haskins builds a solid biology-based understanding, lays out clear strategies, and addresses the social and psychological aspects of living with LADA. Through this essential toolkit, empowers the general public, newly-diagnosed, and long-diagnosed seeking support.
The first book for the general public on LADA (Latent Auto-immune Diabetes in Adults) aka Diabetes 1.5, Kickass Healthy LADA offers the most up to date (and little known) information, with practical strategies and tips for healthy living.
If you are one of the millions of Americans with Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults (LADA), you may not even know it. You may be one of the ten percent of people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes who actually have LADA. Even if you do know that you have LADA, sometimes called "diabetes 1.5," you're likely to be inundated with unhelpful advice and potentially harmful treatments, leaving you feeling confused and overwhelmed. That was Jacqueline Haskins' experience. After visiting five doctors before getting helpful guidance, and realizing there wasn't a friendly "how-to" book meant for the general public about LADA—she decided to write one.Thoroughly researched, empathetic, and practical, Kickass Healthy LADA shares Haskins's hard-earned expertise. Medically reviewed and vetted, this go-to guide provides critical information and insights, including:
Readers will discover:
•A clear and simple science-based guide on good health for a wide audience.
•There are more types of diabetes than most realize. KICKASS HEALTHY LADA explains how to know if there has been a misdiagnosis, and why this matters.
•People living with diabetes can reduce risks, symptoms, and be as healthy as any other person: depending on the type of diabetes they have, how early it is caught, and how hard they work at it. Well-controlled diabetes is the leading cause of nothing.
•Many common beliefs about diabetes do not apply to LADA.
•Opportunities to change economic and racial inequalities in diabetes health.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Coffee - does it increase premature atrial and ventricular contractions? What are the side effects?
- Correlations between diabetes and tooth loss
- Evaluating balance can help predict outcomes when you have hearing loss
- E-coli from meat may be causing urinary tract infections - what to know about how to cook meat properly
- Walking and talking at the same time - aging brain my make it tougher, here's how to help with that
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To a great degree, we are who we are because of the hormones produced in our body. From our sexuality to our physical and mental development to the state of our health—we are all dependent on our hormones working properly. When there is an overproduction or under-production of any of our hormones, we can experience a host of serious health disorders. The problem is few of us ever connect these issues with our hormones. And while men may be familiar with testosterone, there are other hormones that are just as important. To address this lack of information, bestselling author Dr. Pamela Wartian Smith has written Maximize Your Male Hormones, a clear guide for men to understand, identify, and treat the many sources of these ailments and problems including: fatigue; depression; erectile dysfunction; headaches; anger; cancer; anxiety; weight loss/gain; heart disease; male infertility; stress; mood swings; diabetes; sleep disorders; and so much more.
Fatigue
Depression
Sexual Dysfunction
Headaches
Anger
Cancer
Nervousness
Weight loss/gain
Heart disease
Male menopause
Stress
Mood swings
Diabetes
Sleep apnea
These are all serious disorders that, if left untreated, can be life-threatening. By first recognizing this problem and identifying the hormone most normally associated with it, you will learn there is a great deal that you can do to fix the problem. In her book, Dr. Smith not only provides the medical treatments available—she also includes the natural supplements that have proven to be helpful, as well as the lifestyle changes that can help bring a hormone back in balance.If any of these problems sound familiar, maybe it's time to do something about them. Don't let your hormones ruin your life. With Maximize Your Male Hormones in hand, you will learn that there is a good deal that you can do to help control or even eliminate many of these disorders.Dr. Smith not only provides the conventional medical treatments available—she also includes natural supplements and less invasive procedures that have proven to be helpful, as well as the lifestyle changes that can help bring a hormone back in balance.If any of these problems sound familiar, maybe it's time to do something about them. Don't let your hormones ruin your life. With Maximize Your Male Hormones in hand, you will learn that there is a good deal that you can do to help control or even eliminate many of these disorders.
Maximize Your Male Hormones is available through Amazon dot com, Barnes & Noble, and wherever else that books are sold.
Author of the best-selling book The Emotion Code, Dr. Bradley Nelson's latest work is designed as a DIY toolkit to pinpoint what's going on in your body with actionable steps to address underlying causes of physical and emotional pain alike. This mind-body road map addresses potential imbalances in your body's systems, nutrition, lifestyle, energy, toxicity, pathogens, and physical alignment—and offers first-hand accounts from Dr. Nelson's decades of experience, illustrations, and concrete steps to guide you toward better whole-body health.
Dr. Nelson has trained and certified more than 10,000 practitioners worldwide in the energy healing methods he pioneered in his bestselling book, The Emotion Code. THE BODY CODE is based on the simple premise that the body is self-healing and knows what it needs in order to thrive. The Body Code method allows readers to "decode" those needs, and find imbalances in 6 key areas that are the root causes of our physical, mental and emotional issues:
Energies
Pathogens
Circuits and Systems
Misalignments
Toxins
Nutrition and Lifestyle
By identifying and releasing these imbalances, readers become empowered to activate their body's innate healing power.
Featuring a foreword from George Noory, host of Coast to Coast AM, and filled with powerful first-hand accounts of healing, hundreds of color illustrations, and concrete, actionable steps, THE BODY CODE is a road map to healing based on deep study of the human body, time-proven ancient practices, and the unlimited power of the subconscious mind.
Dr. Bradley Nelson has spent decades teaching the powerful self-healing method he pioneered in his bestselling book, "The Emotion Code," and training more than 10,000 practitioners around the globe. Now for the first time this healing system is available to the general public in the form of "The Body Code" book!
The Body Code system is based on the simple premise that the body is self-healing and knows what it needs in order to thrive. Dr. Brad will explain how The Body Code can help people improve their health six ways:
Emotional Wellness – Achieve energetic balance when you remove Trapped Emotions, internalized trauma, and more.
Body System Balance – Achieve physical balance by identifying issues in organs, glands, muscles, body systems & how they connect.
Toxin Resolution – Identify heavy metals, free radicals, chemicals, EMF radiation & other toxins that may be throwing off your body's balance.
Pathogen Resolution – Identify fungal, bacterial, viral, mold, or parasitic invaders that may wreak havoc on your body from the inside out.
Structural Balance – Support the proper function of bones, nerves, connective tissues, and alignment.
Nutrition & Lifestyle – Find herbs and nutrients, exercise and lifestyle habits your body is asking for.
The Body Code is designed to help people identify and release imbalances that are the root causes of physical, mental, and emotional issues in these six key areas.
"The body has an innate way of healing itself," Dr. Brad says. "The Body Code simply helps you find the causes of imbalance so that they can be addressed and corrected. As you create balance, the way to healing is open for mind, heart, and body.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Side effects of coffee
- Diabetes and tooth loss
- What to know about how to properly cook meat to avoid E-coli
- PLUS so much more...
They are some of the most famous product liability lawsuits in recent memory. The public was shocked when Roundup, the world's most popular weed killer, was first linked to diagnoses of non-Hodgkin lymphoma in some users and riveted by the trials that followed. When the dust settled, federal and state juries had awarded the first three plaintiffs a combined $2.3. billion and Monsanto, the makers of Roundup, would go on to settle even more lawsuits for a reported $11 billion. All for a product that millions of people worldwide have sitting in their sheds, having been assured for decades by Monsanto and multiple government organizations, including the EPA, that the product was entirely safe. Lee Johnson, the plaintiff in the landmark first lawsuit against the company, testified that he had been told repeatedly that the product he used almost daily in his job as a school groundskeeper was "safe enough to drink."
TOXIC EXPOSURE: The True Story Behind the Monsanto Trials and the Search for Justice (Johns Hopkins University Press; February 28, 2023) is the first book to go behind the scenes of these now-infamous trials. Chadi Nabhan, a board-certified hematologist, and a medical oncologist who practiced oncology and treated lymphoma patients for years, served as an expert witness in the first three blockbuster trials against Monsanto and continues to be consulted as an expert for the lawsuits that are still ongoing. In this, his first book, he gives readers the inside story, not only on the research that supports the link between glyphosate (the active ingredient in Roundup) and cancer, but also in the decades-long campaign by Monsanto, aided by some of our most powerful institutions, to deny and obscure that link for financial gain.
Nabhan, who had previously turned down opportunities to serve as an expert witness, decided to get involved in the Monsanto lawsuits because he saw them as a David-versus-Goliath story, one that tugged at him, as an immigrant to the U.S. from Syria who recognized the feeling of being treated unfairly and dismissed. He also understood Roundup's pervasiveness on the market meant that many millions of people worldwide were using it every day, with little thought to its inherent danger. Nabhan uses his position as an expert witness to walk readers through the research he used to shape his testimony and to take people along behind the scenes of the trials, introducing them to the key players on all sides. The result is a riveting courtroom drama, where life, death, and billions of dollars hang in the balance.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- New study shows coffee is good for the liver, brain, and decreases the risk of 11 different cancers, including the risk cancer of the fallopian tubes
- What's a low heart rate and when do you worry about it?
- Tooth loss and diabetes
- What your grip strength means for your overall health
- Magnesium rich foods that are good to eat
- PLUS so much more...
Expert in skeletal muscle cells and the influence of lipids on their functioning, especially lipid droplets, Dr. Kuang is the cancer center chair in STEM biology at Purdue University, and is also in the Center for Cancer Research, as well as in the Department of Biologic Sciences and the Department of Health and Kinesiology.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Exercise linked to lower chronic disease and mortality outcomes
- How the Mediterranean lifestyle, not just diet, improves health
- Is obesity the same at-risk as breast cancer is for women?
- Insomnia spiking heart-attack risks
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Weight loss drugs that decrease cravings, possibly including alcohol and opioid cravings - what YOU need to know
- Canada's guidance on alcohol and health
- Update on Diabetes
- What fruit and vegetables you should be washing, but are probably not
- PLUS so much more...
WHAT IS GLAUCOMA and how can you treat it?
Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in African Americans and people from the Caribbean, and the simple way to prevent the devastating effects of glaucoma is to maintain regular eye visits.
“Eyesight or human vision is one of the most important senses,” Dr. Laroche said. “By protecting the eyes, people will reduce the chance of blindness and vision loss while also staying on top of any developing eye diseases, such as glaucoma and cataracts.”
Dr. Laroche is a glaucoma specialist who takes patient education seriously. He wants people to be aware that glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration and retinopathy can begin to surface between the ages of 40 and 70, and that any vision changes should be evaluated by your eye doctor immediately.“Over time, these diseases can lead to blindness, so it’s best to address them as soon as possible,” said Dr. Laroche. “We have new treatments with earlier surgical options that can help preserve (or restore) their vision with faster recovery times.”
What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a disease of the eye characterized by three components:
1) Damage and loss of the retinal ganglions cells and optic nerve described as cupping
2) Loss of visual field
3) Usually increased eye pressure (pressure may be normal at times)
Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness in the world today. There are over three million people with glaucoma in the United States today and over 1 million do not even know it. There are over 80,000 people that go blind from glaucoma every year. It is the leading cause of preventable blindness in African-Americans and people from the Caribbean.
People at risk for glaucoma include the elderly, blacks, and people with elevated eye pressure primary relatives with glaucoma, persons with high myopia, high hyperopia, history of eye trauma, and diabetes. Blindness from glaucoma is insidious. In most cases, there is no pain, and the loss of vision occurs slowly from peripheral to central. The central reading vision is not affected until the end thus most people do not realize it until they have lost a substantial amount of their peripheral vision. In low or normal pressure glaucoma the central vision may be affected first.
In many cases, glaucoma optic nerve damage occurs from high eye pressure. Nerve damage can usually be stopped or slowed by lowering the eye pressure. Most glaucoma treatment, with medicines, laser, or conventional surgery, is designed only to lower the eye pressure. Some eyes with glaucoma optic nerve damage continue to deteriorate despite having the lowest possible eye pressures. It is not known why this happens. Intensive research around the world is now directed at understanding the cause of the damage in these patients and to develop new treatments to preserve the optic nerve.Many different eye disorders cause high eye pressure. After measuring the eye pressure, your ophthalmologist attempts to determine the cause of the elevation. Nearly always, some form of “clogging” or blockage of the drainage of internal fluid within the eye (aqueous humor) causes increased eye pressure. Since the eye continually produces this fluid, obstruction of the drainage causes the eye pressure to increase. Almost any eye disorder associated with aging, inflammation, bleeding, injury, tumor or even birth defects can raise the eye pressure. However, in most cases of glaucoma, the eye has no specific abnormality and is said to have primary open-angle glaucoma. In other cases, the eye may be unusually small or exhibit other minor shape abnormalities that cause closed-angle glaucoma. In closed-angle glaucoma, the drainage system is totally blocked instead of just being clogged. At least fifty different mechanisms have been described that can raise the eye pressure, but all produce similar damage of the optic nerve. All methods of treatment are designed to lower the eye pressure to a level that will prevent further optic nerve damage.****
As many parents, caregivers, and teachers raising and working with teenagers find, powerful emotions come with the territory. And with so many of today’s teens contending with academic pressure, social media stress, worries about the future, and concerns about their own mental health, it’s easy for them—and their parents—to feel anxious and overwhelmed. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In Dr. Lisa Damour’s important new book, THE EMOTIONAL LIVES OF TEENAGERS: Raising Connected, Capable, and Compassionate Adolescents (Ballantine, on sale February 21, 2023), parents will gain the confidence they need to guide their adolescents through this challenging developmental phase.
Dr. Damour’s long-standing interest in the emotional lives of teenagers took on a new urgency and relevance after the emergence of COVID-19. The pandemic created an adolescent mental health crisis—one so severe the U.S. Surgeon General issued a rare advisory on protecting youth mental health. While distressing for people of all ages, COVID-19 presented unique challenges for teenagers. The forced social isolation derailed the central developmental markers of adolescence: spending time with peers and becoming increasingly independent. Add on to that the fact that many parents felt—and still feel—ill-equipped to help their teenagers manage overwhelming emotions. But there is a silver lining! The pandemic has made us realize that we must change how we talk about what adolescent mental health is—and is not—and what parents can do to raise emotionally resilient teenagers.
In THE EMOTIONAL LIVES OF TEENAGERS parents will learn:
· What to expect in the normal course of adolescent emotional development and
when it’s time to worry
· Why teens (and adults) need to understand that mental health isn’t about “feeling good”
but about having feelings that fit the moment, even if those feelings are unwanted or painful
· Strategies for supporting teens who feel at the mercy of their emotions so they can become psychologically aware and skilled at managing their feelings
· How to approach common challenges that come with adolescence, such as friction at home, spiking anxiety, risky behavior, navigating friendships and romances, the pull of social media,
and many more
· The best ways to stay connected to their teens and how to provide the kind of relationship that adolescents need and want
THE EMOTIONAL LIVES OF TEENAGERS is a game-changing book that will transform the current conversation about adolescents. With clear, research-informed explanations alongside illuminating, real-life examples, Damour’s timely new book gives parents the concrete, practical information they need to steady their teens through the bumpy yet transformational journey into adulthood. I look forward to discussing your interest.
Everyday, we encounter many mental, physical, and social challenges that we have to overcome in order to thrive. Some we can immediately recognize and tackle, and others—the most dangerous of all— are camouflaged by what is considered “normal.” How we deal with this can make the difference between a long and healthy life and one that is cut short.
In HEALTHY NO MATTER WHAT: How Humans Are Hardwired to Adapt, innovative doctor Alex Jadad, MD, and his philosopher daughter Tamen Jadad-Garcia take you to peek behind many curtains, giving you access to places traditionally reserved for insiders. Building on data and experiences from millions of people around the world, this book shows you how a healthy and long life is possible, even with serious diseases. It condenses the best scientific knowledge and insights from medicine, psychology, and sociology, from the microscopic to the colossal.
As much as the healthcare system can be very beneficial, it can also be a hotbed of lethal threats. The book will give you evidence about whether, how, and when to use it, to get optimal results and avoid being harmed. Through engaging stories and case studies, the authors show you how trees can heal, how fake pills can still work, and why making comparisons with your peers can kill you. Throughout, the Jadads will ask you questions, including one able to predict whether you could lose 20 years of life.
With wisdom and empathy, HEALTHY NO MATTER WHAT underscores that you can overcome practically any obstacle that prevents you from being healthy with your natural gift of adaptation. Wellness enthusiasts, medical practitioners, and curious readers will find this book to be an illuminating exploration into the vast world of health and will leave them empowered with immediately actionable tips to have the healthiest and longest life possible.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- No more COVID boosters for those over 50
- Your genes and living in depressed areas
- Insulin underuse
- USDA proposes new rules that cut sugar & salt in school meals
- Only 28% of Americans are getting minimum amounts of exercise suggested by CDC
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- What matters when it comes to life expectancy and happiness
- Brown & white fat
- Longevity decreases and reasons behind them
- Are gas stoves really that dangerous?
- PLUS so much more...
Consumer Reports has called on leading dark chocolate makers today to reduce the level of dangerous heavy metals in their products after they found concerning amounts of lead and cadmium in some of their offerings. In letters accompanied by nearly 55,000 signatures, CR urged Trader Joe’s, Hershey’s, Mondelez, and Theo to make a commitment to take action by Valentine’s Day.
Consumer Reports scientists measured the amount of heavy metals in 28 dark chocolate bars and detected cadmium and lead in all of them. For 23 of the bars, eating just one ounce a day would put an adult over a level that public health authorities and CR’s experts say may be harmful for at least one of those heavy metals.
Five of the bars were above those levels for both cadmium and lead: Trader Joe’s Dark Chocolate Lover’s Chocolate 85% cacao; Lily’s Extremely Dark Chocolate 85% cocoa (owned by Hershey’s). Theo Organic Pure Dark Chocolate 70% cocoa; Theo Extra Dark Pure Dark Chocolate 85% cocoa. and Green & Black’s Organic Dark Chocolate 70% cacao (owned by Modelez).
Consistent, long-term exposure to even small amounts of heavy metals can lead to a variety of health problems. The danger is greatest for pregnant people and young children because the metals can cause developmental problems, affect brain development, and lead to lower IQ.
Our guest, Kevin Loria is a Senior Health Reporter for Consumer Reports.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- The birth death is killing Japan
- Monitor your uric acid
- Sodium nitrate in food and water is tied to a 54% higher type two diabetes risk
- Many women over 65 are dying of cervical cancer
- How did we get the 65 retirement age?
- PLUS so much more...
Netta Gorman was desperate to overcome her debilitating health issues. She struggled with chronic constipation, headaches, achy joints, uncomfortable extra pounds, energy slumps, anxiety, mood swings, and more. By the age of 45, she’d tried everything...except for one solution!
Cut sugar.
But she resisted it – until she realized that “nothing changes if nothing changes”. It started as a temporary 2-week experiment to cut sugar, flour and sweeteners in July 2015. And to her amazement, Netta started feeling so much more energetic and vitalized that she carried on... and it’s been 7 years and counting! Now Netta shares her voyage of self- discovery that transformed her relationship with sugar and her need for comfort foods.
Netta is inspiring thousands as the host of the popular Life After Sugar podcast. Her passion is to guide people who struggle with cravings and mindless eating so that they can learn to let go of sugar, gain energy and confidence, and make their intermittent fasting lifestyle easy and natural.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- 4 smells a day keeps your senses active
- 1/4 people over the age of 65 are socially isolated
- An artificial pancreas helps people with type one diabetes
- Depression must be treated by medical professionals, say clergy members
- Pharmacists help users kick opioid addictions
- PLUS so much more...
What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s Disease is a degenerative condition of the central nervous system that results in a slowing of movement, tremors, postural abnormalities, loss of facial expression, rigidity, impaired balance, and in some cases alterations in behavior and thought. The source of impaired function results from the loss of a population of dopamine-producing cells in a region of the brain called the ‘substantia nigra’, and the loss of the orchestrated release of dopamine has a profound impact on movement.
But ping pong is a therapeutic exercise that has been shown to improve the quality of life of Parkinson’s patients. Based on the concept of neuroplasticity- the brain’s capacity to make new neurons and connections through challenging physical exercise- the PPP method benefits the brain by engaging motor and cognitive skills such as visuospatial attention, motor planning/sequencing, processing speed, and executive skills such as strategy formation and problem-solving. Most importantly, the physical and cognitive engagement is fun and provides a valuable opportunity for social interaction.
Elana Clar is a board-certified neurologist specializing in movement disorders. In this episode, she tells us more about the disease and how best to manage it.
In The Anti-Viral Gut: Tackling Pathogens From the Inside Out, Dr. Robynne Chutkan, founder of the Digestive Center for Wellness, faculty member at Georgetown University Hospital, and bestselling author, demonstrates how vital a healthy microbiome is in keeping us protected against viral infections and supporting a healthy immune system. Combining groundbreaking research with patient stories, Dr. Chutkan gives a fresh perspective on what we can do to empower and protect ourselves against illness.
As viruses become more common, exposure to them is inevitable but illness is not. Science has proven that the majority of your immune system is located in your gut - microbes responsible for keeping a healthy gut also directly affect your immune system. These microbes:
She also goes into detail about how the immune system reacts to viruses and how we can keep it healthy - from what to eat for a healthy immune system (artichokes, leeks, bananas, etc) to tips for sleep, mindfulness, the importance of nature - and a full anti-viral gut plan with tips and recipes. The human body plays host to a vast system of a trillion bacteria that comprise the microbiome, many in our digestive tract.
With 70% of our immune system located in our gut, keeping these organisms happy and healthy does more than just make us feel good - a healthy microbiome means a healthy body, and a healthy immune system. Western culture focuses so heavily on medicating and sterilizing that we kill off our gut bacteria, and the fewer we have, the fewer barriers we have against future viruses.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Does set point theory explain why you're not losing weight?
- Cardiac arrest versus heart attack, what's the difference?
- Is exercise a natural antidepressant for teens?
- How to change your eating patterns
- 7 reasons olives are good for you
- PLUS so much more...
With over-the-counter or OTC hearing aids being among the most anticipated new technologies to hit store shelves in years, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is advising consumers to be smart shoppers if they’re intending to purchase one of these products for themselves or for a loved one.
OTC hearing aids have been sold in the United States only since mid-October 2022. They are intended for adults with self-perceived mild to moderate hearing loss.
ASHA recommends that anyone purchasing an OTC product first get a hearing evaluation from a certified audiologist (such evaluations are generally covered by insurance, even if hearing aids are not). This is important because people typically misjudge their degree of hearing loss. A hearing evaluation also can rule out other medical conditions that could be causing hearing loss.
Joining us to share more about these developments is Lindsay S. Creed, AuD, CCC-A, an audiologist who is currently working as an Associate Director of Audiology Practices at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Stress can bring on a stroke
- Red dyes wreck your gut
- Flash glucose monitoring
- More steps per day, fewer odds for type 2 diabetes
- Hearing loss in newborns: specific tests you can do to treat it early
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Heavy coffee drinking may double the risk for cardiovascular disease and hypertension
- Intermittent fasting is feasible with insulin-treated type 2 diabetes
- The artificial sweetener in drinks can cause urinary incontinence in women
- A tough new labeling law for sesame products
- The FDA approves first gene therapy for non muscle invasive bladder cancer
- PLUS so much more...
Rutgers Gardens is a 180-acre botanic garden, consisting of designed gardens, farms, plant collections, natural habitats, and a farmers market. As part of Rutgers University, the Gardens provides experiential and service learning opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. It serves as a living laboratory for faculty and staff to better serve plant science research, landscape architecture, and the nursery and public horticulture industry.
Dr. Lauren Errickson serves as the Director of Rutgers Gardens and Campus Stewardship within the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences at Rutgers University. In this role, she aims to improve human health and well-being through increased access to nutritious food and green space while stewarding the plant collections, display gardens, and natural areas of Rutgers Gardens. Dr. Errickson’s research and programming efforts have focused on urban food access, community health initiatives, and sustainable agriculture and food systems, as well as on ecology and horticulture.
She joins Dr. Roizen today to talk all about the health benefits of gardening, growing your own food and relaxing outdoors.
Are you holding your breath, even just slightly? Are you leaning forward, tensely anticipating the next problem to land in your email inbox? Most of us, without realizing it, hold our breath while we’re at our desks or at work.
Take a moment now to lean back in your chair and take a few deep slow breaths. Shallow breathing, while we’re responding to email, is just one of the many ways in which we’re unconsciously contributing to the stress response in our bodies. Personal and societal stress add up in our bodies every day. We wake up with it, carry it with us like heavy luggage, pile on more throughout our daily routines, and wrap ourselves in it as we fall asleep. Even if we are not aware of it. We are on high battery mode, and exhausted by the end of day.
But we don’t have to live this way. We can put down the luggage. We can live on a more powerful battery mode, using the regenerative energy of joy and purpose.
Dr. Elissa Epel is a New York Times bestselling author (The Telomere Effect) with a plan to turn stress into strength in her new book, The Stress Prescription: Seven Days to More Joy and Ease. As a leader in the fields of stress and biological aging, she is acutely aware of the ill effects of stress on our health. But her research also explores how we can transform our relationship to stress—how we can stress better, viewing stress as an exciting challenge rather than a threat, and how we can find true relief from feeling overwhelmed. Dr. Epel’s 7-day plan equips you with practical, science-based tools from her decades of research.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- A sports writer's sudden death should have you looking at your medical history
- Exercise and mindfulness, does it really boost seniors' memories?
- Weight loss program eases osteoarthritis knee pain
- Mobile devices for calming may harm children's emotional regulation
- Light therapy might ease MS-related fatigue
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Do retired NFL players age faster than other men and why
- How to start your heart palpitations at home
- New twins study shows important results
- High protein diet may accelerate aging early, but it's beneficial
- Online classes cause greater distress in college students
- PLUS so much more...
More than 1 in 4 U.S. adults (26%) have untreated dental cavities, according to oral health data gathered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
In addition, nearly half (46 percent) of adults 30 and older have signs of gum disease, and 13 percent of youths ages 5 to 19 have untreated tooth decay.
Worldwide, untreated cavities (also called caries) are the most common oral health issue, affecting more than 2 billion people, and severe gum disease affects about 1 billion people, according to a new report on oral health from the World Health Organization. Calling the global situation “alarming,” WHO officials say nearly half of the world’s population has untreated oral diseases, and that these illnesses affect more people worldwide than mental disorders, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease and cancers combined.
Dr. Parul D. Makkar joins us today to tell us more about these statistics. She is the founder of P.D.M Family Dental on Long Island, New York. Since losing her younger sibling (and fellow dentist) Dr. Manu Dua to oral cancer, Dr. Makkar devotes her time to educating doctors and patients alike about risk factors, prevention, and advocating for early diagnosis. Dr. Makkar has also co-authored of the book 'Life Interrupted, Dr. Dua's Survival Guide' which is a winner of the CIPA EVVY Award for Motivational/Inspirational books.
Underactive thyroid function is becoming alarmingly common — and the condition is horribly underdiagnosed.
According to board-certified internist Jacob Teitelbaum, MD, the good news is that once it is diagnosed, it can be very easy to treat in ways that can save your life in addition to significantly enhancing your quality of life.
This updated edition of his book "From Fatigued to Fantastic!" includes the most up-to-date information, as well as state-of-the-art protocols and treatment plans that you can implement on your own or with the help of your physician. The answers are in your hands, with clearly organized, easy-to-read information from one of the world’s premier researchers in the field of CFS and FMS.
Jacob Teitelbaum, MD, is one of the most frequently quoted integrative medical authorities in the world. He is the author of several best-sellers, including From Fatigued to Fantastic!, the Beat Sugar Addiction Now! series, The Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Solution, and the popular free smartphone app Cures A-Z. He is the lead author of 4 studies on effective treatment for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. He earned his MD degree from Ohio State University and recently celebrated his 50th year as a physician.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- What day of the year do you think has the most heart attacks?
- Only eat foods that love you back (salt doesn't like you)
- Teen brains age faster than normal
- Preexisting type 2 diabetes is tied to metastatic cancer
- Quercetin shows promise in reducing some cancers
- PLUS so much more...
If and when you receive a cancer diagnosis, what can you do in hour 1 or day 1?
Kerry Forrestal, MD, an emergency room physician, has seen and delivered many cancer diagnoses in his emergency room, which is where many tumors get discovered. His family also has a strong history of cancer.
He speaks from experience, and he’s written a book called “Crushing Cancer A Patient’s Complete Guide to Managing a Cancer Diagnosis,” which guides you step by step on dealing with the diagnosis, preparing your body, psyche, and finances for treatment, and much more.
Dr. Kerry Forrestal is a graduate of the State University of New York at Stony Brook in Stony Brook, NY. He attended his residency at Thomas Jefferson Hospitals in Philadelphia, PA, and graduated in 2004. He also serves as the American College of Emergency Physician's Councillor from Maryland and Ambassador to Ireland.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Exercise morning or night? Whenever you can!
- Why are you always thirsty?
- Can certain foods reduce uterine fibroids?
- Is your teen depressed or just moody?
- Are candles toxic?
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Sleeping with light pollution is linked to diabetes
- Kids keep moms from exercise
- Most guns used in suicide are locked, loaded & not protected
- Cancer screening and detection remain below pre-pandemic levels
- More teens are getting weight loss surgery
- PLUS so much more...
Triage Cancer is a national, nonprofit organization that provides free education on the legal and practical issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers.
Life never feels more valuable and finite than after diagnosis. Triage Cancer believes that those diagnosed with cancer should spend their time and energy how they choose, free from the stress and worry about what information they need and where to find it. Everyone should have access to the resources they need to manage their life beyond diagnosis regardless of their type of cancer, where they live, or their financial situation.
Monica Fawzy Bryant, Esq., is the COO & Founder of Triage Cancer. She is a cancer rights attorney, speaker, and author, dedicated to improving access to quality information on healthcare-related issues.
Monica is also the co-author of the first and only book on Cancer Rights Law, published by the American Bar Association (ABA) in 2018. In 2019, she received a 40 Under 40 in Cancer Award, and in 2015, was awarded the Legacy Advocate Award by a leading young adult cancer organization. She is an Adjunct Law Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Law, teaching a class on Cancer Rights. Throughout her career, she has provided hundreds of educational seminars for individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer, their caregivers, lawyers, advocates, health care professionals, elected officials, and the general public.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- The opioid epidemic needs to be prevented
- 60% of medicare eligible patients have a lifestyle preventable disease
- Repeat COVID is riskier for the heart & brain than the first infection
- Video games bring cognitive benefits to kids
- Permanently bent trigger finger - a hallmark of too much sugar?!
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- How you can avoid heart disease death rates
- To prevent prostate enlargement, stop the sugar!
- Those at risk for cardiovascular disease less likely to wear wearables
- Upping your step count, even in small amounts is critical
- Studies on psilocybin and psychedelic mushrooms
- PLUS so much more...
Trauma is a part of life.
You or someone you care about has probably experienced trauma, whether “big-T” trauma, such as emotional, physical, or sexual abuse or the more common but no less significant “little-t” trauma that can result from divorce, job loss, painful childhood experiences, or any situation where you felt worthless, afraid, or powerless. Untreated trauma can lead to long-lasting effects such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and difficulties maintaining intimate relationships.
But the good news is that we can heal—and it doesn’t have to take a lifetime. EMDR (which stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a unique type of psychotherapy proven to help people recover from trauma and improve the quality of their lives. Through compelling science, personal stories, and powerful photographic images, we learn how trauma is stored in the brain and body, continuing to cause pain and suffering, and how EMDR frees us by repatterning our thinking and emotional reactions.
In her new book, Every Memory Deserves Respect: EMDR, The Proven Trauma Therapy with the Power to Heal, Trauma therapist and EMDR pioneer Deborah Korn, PsyD discusses trauma and demystifies EMDR.
Deborah Korn, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist, maintains a private practice in Cambridge, MA, and an adjunct training faculty member at the Trauma Research Foundation in Boston. She has been on the faculty of the EMDR Institute for the past 28 years, is the former Clinical Director of the Women’s Trauma Programs at Charter Brookside and Charles River Hospitals, and is a past board member of the New England Society for the Treatment of Trauma and Dissociation (NESTTD).
A new proposal by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to reduce salmonella illnesses from poultry is an encouraging sign that the agency is stepping up its efforts to protect the public, according to Consumer Reports. CR is calling on the agency to move expeditiously to adopt new measures to prevent salmonella contamination in poultry, which sickens hundreds of thousands of Americans every year.
Salmonella contamination is widespread in chickens in part because of the often crowded and filthy conditions in which they are raised. A recent CR investigation, for example, found almost one-third of ground chicken samples tested contained salmonella. An estimated 1.35 million Americans get sick from salmonella every year and nearly a quarter of those cases come from chicken or turkey.
While the USDA currently requires producers to test poultry for salmonella, a processing facility is allowed to have the bacteria in up to 9.8 percent of all whole birds it tests, 15.4 percent of all parts, and 25 percent of ground chicken. Producers that exceed these amounts are given what amounts to a warning but are not prevented from selling the meat.
Brian Ronholm is the director of food policy at Consumer Reports and joins us to discuss this proposal further.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Infertility & involuntary childlessness leads to depression and earlier dementia
- Hyperbaric oxygen could be the answer for concussion treatment in kids
- Hemoglobin and A1C levels with low-carb diets
- Toddlers nap and then they don't, new research uncovers why
- Could Delta waves help guide concussion diagnosis & treatment
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- High-fat dairy consumption may reduce the risk of chronic kidney disease of those with slightly impaired kidney function
- Dementia signs emerge up to 9 years before diagnosis
- WHO says 500 million are at risk if they don't do physical activity
- Over 70? You have a 15% chance of having a 1-year mortality after elective surgery
- Hot flashes & night sweats in all people correlate with poor brain health
- PLUS so much more...
Are you forgetting to pay bills? Living in a disorganized environment? Procrastinating on projects, even ones that initially excite you?
If some of these patterns sound familiar, you may have undiagnosed ADHD. ADHD in adults is one of the most common disorders. Living with ADHD in our later years is hugely influenced by multiple factors: co-occurring issues, such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and learning disorders combined with a heightened level of stress, the presence or lack of support from others, and the number of people we are responsible for, can complicate and intensify the effects of ADHD.
The good news is that you’ve come to the right place to learn more about how older adults with ADHD can lead calmer, happier, more productive lives. Dr. Kathleen Nadeau, a foremost authority on ADHD, has been working with this underserved and underrepresented population.
Dedicated to the health and well-being of today’s older adults with ADHD, her new book Still Distracted After All These Years offers strategies to build a support system, gain better control over your daily life and create a more ADHD-friendly retirement.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Is colonoscopy useful?
- Lack of protein affects recovery after some transplants
- Breathe exercises improve quality of life
- Menopause hot flashes & night sweats are associated with stress & depression
- Phthalate exposure increases the risk of obesity
- PLUS so much more...
We need sleep to survive. Sleep is as essential as food, water, and oxygen. So how can something that should be so instinctual and automatic be so hard?
Dr. Aric Prather is a world-renowned sleep scientist and an expert clinician who has cracked the code to help even the most restless of sleepers get a good night’s rest. He is a sleep psychologist at the UCSF insomnia clinic, where he uses empirically validated behavioral treatments to promote long-lasting restorative sleep.
In his new book The Sleep Prescription: 7 Days to Unlocking Your Best Rest, he shares the novel strategies that have helped hundreds upon hundreds of sleep-deprived patients get their lives back by getting their sleep back on track.
Over the course of seven days, The Sleep Prescription will teach you how to get out of your own way, so that your body can do effortlessly what it was built to do: sleep well.
A diagnosis of lung cancer used to be a diagnosis of death. Not anymore.
Lung disease caused by a new drug for cancers—including metastatic or advanced breast cancer—can be effectively treated using approaches that focus on early detection and prompt management, according to a study published in ESMO Open in August 2022.
Using data from nine clinical trials, this study provides one of the most comprehensive analyses of interstitial lung disease diagnosis and treatment in patients who received an antibody-drug conjugate known as T-DXd, from a class of drugs designed as a targeted therapy for treating cancers.
The retrospective review examined 1,150 heavily pre-treated patients with breast, lung, gastric, colorectal, or other cancers across nine studies treated with T-DXd, also known as ENHERTU®.
Senior author Charles Powell, MD, MBA, joins us today to discuss the findings. He is the Professor of Medicine and System Division Chief for Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York and the Medical Director of Respiratory Therapy at Mount Sinai Hospital. He also directs research programs focused on the early detection of lung interstitial disease and airway disease.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- FDA proposes updated definitions for food claims on packaging
- Calling 988 and when to use it
- 90% of US adults are experiencing a mental health crisis
- Where does breast cancer spread?
- Prop airplanes are the biggest lead polluters
- PLUS so much more...
Getting together as a family when a cherished loved one was lost during the year and won’t be there, can feel daunting. Not only does the thought bring sadness, but it can also bring back memories of others who have died.
Drs. Elena Lister and Michael Schwartzman, authors of the new book "Giving Hope: Conversations with Children About Illness, Death, and Loss," advocate this is a natural part of the grieving process and should be faced in a straightforward way. People don’t like to talk about sad things and often parents feel that bringing up something painful will initiate pain in their child. However, most children are aware of the loss of a special person and are feeling the pain too.
Dr. Elana Lister joins us today to share how talking through it helps people find strength and resilience through seeing others feel the same, and helps a child not be left alone with difficult emotions to manage.
Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Cardio is 3x more effective than weight lifting for preventing dementia and more
- Optimizing lifestyle factors when you have gestational diabetes
- What are ultra-processed foods?
- Wearable devices that map gastric function
- Is MCT oil worth the hype?
- PLUS so much more...
Stories from the ER: a doctor shows how empathy, creativity, and imagination are the cornerstones of clinical care.
To be an emergency room doctor is to be a professional listener to stories. Each patient presents a story; finding the heart of that story is the doctor's most critical task.
More technology, more tests, and more data won't work if doctors get the story wrong. When caring for others can feel like venturing into unchartered territory without a map, empathy, creativity, imagination, and thinking like a writer become the cornerstones of clinical care. In Tornado of Life, ER physician Jay Baruch shares these struggles in a series of short, powerful, and affecting essays that invite the reader into stories rich with complexity and messiness.
Patients come to the ER with lives troubled by scales of misfortune that have little to do with disease or injury. ER doctors must be problem-finders before they are problem-solvers. Baruch describes, among other things, the emergency of loneliness (invoking Chekhov, another doctor-writer); his own (frightening) experience as a patient; the patient who demanded a hug; and emergency medicine during COVID-19. These stories often end without closure or solutions. The patients are discharged into the world. But if they're lucky, the doctor has listened to their stories as well as treated them.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Patients receiving TNF inhibitors have lower rates of Alzheimer's
- A probiotic supplement eases constipation symptoms in those with Parkinson's
- Why are testosterone levels decreasing?
- Bariatric surgery tied to pain improvement in some
- Medical tech devices and tracking
- PLUS so much more...
Rare diseases are also called ‘orphan diseases,’ so named because they were long abandoned (or orphaned) by a profit-driven pharmaceutical industry.Rare diseases are also called ‘orphan diseases,’ so named because they were long abandoned (or orphaned) by a profit-driven pharmaceutical industry. So why a book about orphan drugs, which by definition treat only rare diseases? Did they really trigger a revolution important enough to care about? And if so, why is that so little known? In fact, orphan drugs have revolutionized society, for reasons ranging from the deeply personal to the broader cultural and political.
Rare diseases deserve our attention because they’re merciless, causing families often far worse human suffering than common diseases. And unlike many common diseases, few can be prevented or treated by a good diet or exercise. Perhaps most importantly, a rare genetic disease could someday strike any family—and an orphan drug become of utmost urgency to anyone with a child or grandchild, niece or nephew.
A biotechnology executive, Jim Geraghty has been a passionate participant in the orphan drug revolution since its inception. His book is in part a history, with eyewitness accounts of advances as they occurred and portraits of the pioneering scientists and physicians, tireless activists, and visionary business leaders who made the revolution happen. And it tells deeply personal stories of patients and parents willing to risk new, untried therapies. But Geraghty also uses his exceptional experience and vantage point to look forward, to the immense promise of the newest technologies like gene therapy and gene editing for the treatment of patients today and tomorrow.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Will a cup of tea make you younger?
- Chocolate and a multivitamin, what's the effect on dementia?
- Sugar-sweetened drink intake & mortality from cancers
- The history of eviction is linked to adverse childhood development
- A safer opioid supply program can cut adverse clinical outcomes & costs
- PLUS so much more...
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- 10,000 steps a day equals 50% less dementia
- Where you live may impact how likely you are to take blood pressure medicine
- Rapid loss of smell is linked to Dementia & Alzheimer's
- Aspartame and other artificial sweeteners are linked to heart problems
- How acne affects mental health
- PLUS so much more...
About 30 million Americans have an eating disorder.About 30 million Americans have an eating disorder. But when you think about anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating, you probably picture adolescent girls or young adults. That’s because eating disorders tend to appear early in life and are more frequent in females than males. But it’s estimated that about 13 percent of women over age 50 are living with an eating disorder.
Eating disorder treatment centers like the Renfrew Center report a 42% increase over the last decade in women over age 35 seeking help. And because older women may not recognize the symptoms or are reluctant to admit it, the problem may be bigger than we realize.
So today we are joined by Nicole Christina to talk about why we're seeing this trend increase in older women. Nicole Christina has been a psychotherapist for 30 years. She specializes in eating disorders and more recently has taken an interest in the challenges and joys of aging. Her award-winning podcast, Zestful Aging, is heard in 102 countries and focuses on maintaining vitality and purpose through our older years.
Ovarian cancer is the deadliest of all gynecologic cancers and the ninth most common cancer among women.Ovarian cancer is the deadliest of all gynecologic cancers, and the ninth most common cancer among women, according to the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance. Approximately one in every 78 women will develop ovarian cancer during her lifetime, and one in 108 will die from it. Do you know the subtle early warning signs?
We’re talking about ovarian cancer, often called the “silent killer” because, until recently, its subtle early symptoms were not recognized. The often-overlooked early warning symptoms include:
-Pelvic or abdominal pain
-Difficulty eating for feeling full quickly
-Feeling an urgency to urinate
-Frequent urination
-Less common early symptoms include fatigue, indigestion, back pain, pain with intercourse, constipation, and menstrual irregularity.
Joining us today is Michael Swor, MD, FPMRS. He is a leading gynecologist who has been serving women of all ages from in and around Sarasota, Florida, for over 25 years. He founded Swor Women’s Care to provide high-quality, patient-focused gynecological care for every stage of a woman’s life. He is committed to helping each patient improve and protect their overall health and well-being. Outside of his practice, Dr. Swor enjoys spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren and making the most of the Sarasota community.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Is there a link between statins & muscle pain?
- Over 60% of adult ER visits are for patients with chronic disease
- 8 benefits of cabbage
- Eating ultra-processed foods ups colorectal cancer risk
- 9% of teens cyber bully themselves
- PLUS so much more...
Colin O’Brady is a 10-time world record-breaking explorer and one of the world’s best endurance athletes.Colin O’Brady is a 10-time world record-breaking explorer and one of the world’s best endurance athletes. He isn’t your typical adventurer despite his unmatched athletic accomplishments including a world-first solo crossing of Antarctica, a world-first ocean row across the Drake Passage (from South America to Antarctica), and summiting Mt. Everest twice.
Colin is an expert on mindset, a highly sought-after keynote speaker, and a New York Times bestselling author. He’s also a television host, an executive producer, and an entrepreneur who has built and sold companies. And, he’s done it all after overcoming a devastating accident - that nearly left him unable to walk - to prove that anything is possible.
His latest endeavor is his newest book "The 12-Hour Walk: Invest One Day, Conquer Your Mind, and Unlock Your Best Life."Colin created The 12-Hour Walk for you so that you can overcome your limiting beliefs and cultivate a Possible Mindset™ that will empower you to step into your best life.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Breastfeeding protects the health of mom & baby long term
- 50% of men over the age of 40 have low T in the mornings
- Ashwagandha & sleep benefits
- If you use a computer too much, migraines increase
- How calories work at different times of day
- PLUS so much more...
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
Our episode is dedicated to the release of Dr. Roizen's new book The Great Age Reboot: Cracking the Longevity Code for a Younger Tomorrow, which is out TODAY!
As the human lifespan expands and more people are living to 100 years and beyond, New York Times best-selling author Michael Roizen, M.D., explains how to prepare for a longer, healthier future.
Over the next decade, people living to 100, 120, or even 130 years old will become increasingly common--and life past 100 may not look like what you expect. In this groundbreaking narrative, Dr. Roizen reveals how current science and technology will revolutionize our ability to live longer, younger, and better. Today's breakthroughs in longevity research are unprecedented, and this book will help you navigate the coming changes to make the best decisions for your brain, your body, and your bank account. Along with acclaimed economists Peter Linneman and Albert Ratner, Roizen explores how longer life spans will change our lives and our culture, providing the most comprehensive and forward-looking book on aging to date, and showing readers how to prepare for the next major societal disruptor.
A recent study out of Mount Sinai is the first to demonstrate a link between the disorders.Patients with a specific form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness in the United States, are at significant risk for cardiovascular disease and stroke, according to new research from the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai. This study, published in the July issue of Retina, is the first to demonstrate a link between the disorders
AMD is the leading cause of visual impairment and blindness in people over 65 years old and is the result of damage to the central area of the retina called the macula, which is responsible for reading and driving vision. One major form of early AMD is called drusen, where small yellow cholesterol deposits form in a layer under the retina. They can deprive the retina of blood and oxygen, leading to vision loss. Drusen formation can be slowed by appropriate vitamin supplementation.
The other major form of early AMD is the presence of subretinal drusenoid deposits (SDD), which is lesser known and requires high-tech retinal imaging to detect. These deposits are also made of fatty lipids and other materials, but form in a different layer beneath the light-sensitive retina cells, where they are also associated with vision loss. Currently, there is no known treatment for SDD.
R Theodore (Ted) Smith MD, Ph.D. is the lead author of this study and joins us in this episode to tell us more. He is a Professor of Ophthalmology and Neuroscience at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (ISMMS) and Director of Biomolecular Retinal Imaging at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary (NYEEI) of Mount Sinai.
When your child has been through an upsetting or stressful event, it can feel overwhelming. Is your child traumatized?When your child has been through an upsetting or stressful event, it can feel overwhelming. Is your child traumatized? Are new behaviors normal, or signs of PTSD? What can you do to make your child feel safe again?
Psychologist Melissa Goldberg Mintz knows what is needed to support a traumatized child--and she knows that loving parents play the most important role.
In this wise and authoritative guide, Dr. Goldberg Mintz shares specific, critical information and insights into what trauma looks like at different ages, why some kids exposed to the same event react very differently, how to help your child through trauma triggers, when to seek professional help, and more. She provides crucial tools for ensuring that your child doesn’t feel constrained by fear--and can face future challenges with hope and resilience.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Get moving!
- What do you do if you got kidney stones
- Health benefits of beets
- Your brain gets tired and scientists know why
- Don't drink rain water
- PLUS so much more...
Ever taken an aspirin? Thank a willow tree for that. Ever taken an aspirin? Thank a willow tree for that. Ever received a shot of numbing medication at the dentist’s office prior to a procedure? That was originally discovered in a plant too—the cocoa plant from the Andes. What about a painkiller for surgery? Morphine from opium poppy really takes the edge off the post-op pain. Plants are the basis for an array of lifesaving and health-improving medicines we all now take for granted. In her memoir THE PLANT HUNTER: A Scientist’s Quest for Nature’s Next Medicines ethnobotanist Dr. Cassandra Leah Quave shows us how important studying plants is while sharing her own incredible journey.
As a person born with multiple congenital defects of her skeletal system, Quave had to get her leg amputated at a young age. While other kids in her class were at football games or school dances, Quave was volunteering her time working at the local ER. Since then her research has brought her to the flooded forests of the remote Amazon, the murky swamps of southern Florida, isolated mountaintops in Albania and Kosovo, and volcanic isles arising out of the Mediterranean. Filled with grit, tragedy, triumph, awe, and scientific discovery, THE PLANT HUNTER illuminates how the path forward for medical discovery may be found in nature’s oldest remedies.
THE PLANT HUNTER weaves together Quave’s personal experiences in and with medicine, infection, disability, and scientific discovery with a fascinating and accessible description of how plants and microbes interact, how antibiotic resistance evolves, and how Quave is working to figure out how we may be able to overcome it by taking the focus away from synthetic compounds. An inspiring story of perseverance, THE PLANT HUNTER is an example of how one scientist is helping provide clues for the next generation of advanced medicines.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Don't forget to get your flu shot!
- Newer anti-clotting drugs and aspirin increase vein graft failure rate
- Quick sugar snacks
- Direct-to-consumer advertising increases your chance of buying something
- Lifestyle interventions were beneficial in reversing diabetes when they were monitored
- PLUS so much more...
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Hypertension occurs earlier in minority populations
- Loneliness can actually affect your heart
- Physical exercise is tied to greater cognitive reserve
- The more processed foods you eat, the more you're at risk for cognitive dysfunction
- 2/3 of adults in the US use integrative therapies alongside or instead of regular medical therapies
- PLUS so much more...
Opioids help people manage chronic pain — and that’s a good thing. What went wrong? Opioids help people manage chronic pain — and that’s a good thing. What went wrong?
The dangers of fentanyl use cannot be overstated, and there’s no question that the pandemic caused a troubling upward trend in addiction disorders, and a recent study predicts an additional 1.2 million drug overdose deaths in the next decade, with people in the Black community bearing the brunt of the opioid epidemic.
As the opioid crisis rages on, Dr. Paul Christo, Associate Professor at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, wants to spread awareness and help people understand the risks of synthetic opioids and offer advice for talking with kids about the dangers of illegal drug use.
Researchers have discovered potential new drugs that work in concert with other drugs to deliver a deadly one-two punch to leukemia.Researchers from Rice University and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have discovered potential new drugs that work in concert with other drugs to deliver a deadly one-two punch to leukemia. The potential drugs are still years away from being tested in cancer patients, but a recently published study in the journal Leukemia highlights their promise and the innovative methods that led to their discovery.
In previous studies, the research groups of Rice biochemist Natasha Kirienko and MD Anderson physician-scientist Marina Konopleva screened some 45,000 small-molecule compounds to find a few that targeted mitochondria. In the new study, they chose eight of the most promising compounds, identified between five and 30 closely related analogs for each, and conducted tens of thousands of tests to systematically determine how toxic each analog was to leukemia cells, both when administered individually or in combination with existing chemotherapy drugs like doxorubicin.
During times of extreme stress, cells can temporarily forgo mitophagy to get an emergency energy boost. Cancer is notorious for hijacking these sorts of programs to fuel pathological growth. For example, previous research has shown leukemia cells have far more damaged mitochondria than healthy cells and are also more sensitive to mitochondrial damage than healthy cells.
Natasha joins us today to discuss her findings.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Zinc Oxide sunscreen
- A new skin path takes ultrasound images
- FDA approves first topical treatment for vitiligo
- Will taking supplements improve prostate health?
- Rapid loss of smell, what is a good test for that?
- PLUS so much more...
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Understaffing in anesthesia is linked to patient death & complications
- More understanding of genetic risks for stroke
- Fewer Americans are dying from Heart Disease than ever before
- If you've got atopic dermatitis, it could be tied to your mental health
- Memory loss after stroke
- PLUS so much more...
Board-certified family physician Naz Wahab, MD, and her team at Wound Care Experts offer a progressive and integrative approach to medicine at their practice in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Board-certified family physician Naz Wahab, MD, and her team at Wound Care Experts offer a progressive and integrative approach to medicine at their practice in Las Vegas, Nevada. Dr. Naz Wahab is a Board-certified physician and a Fellow of the American Professional Wound Care Association who has practiced in Southern Nevada since 2003. After completion of her residency training, she established her family medicine practice in Las Vegas.
During this time, she encountered and treated countless patients. This gave her a sense of the gaps in patient care in our community.
She joins us today, sharing the following wound management tips with the general public and the advanced wound care solutions like ActiGraft that are currently available.
● Wash your wound. When you first sustain an injury, clean it with anti-bacterial soap and water right away to remove dirt and other debris. Use a soft cloth to clean around the wound and avoid placing soap directly in the wound.
● Keep a clean dressing on your wound. Dressings prevent germs and other bacteria from infecting your wound, as well as prevent further injury. Because fluids that drain from a wound can damage the healthy skin around it, it’s important to change dressings regularly.
● Eat healthily. Having a healthy, appropriate diet gives your immune system the energy it needs to heal efficiently and properly. Leafy green vegetables, eggs, salmon and nuts are rich in protein, which helps wounds heal faster.
● Don’t get wet. If your wound is on a lower extremity, keep it free from water in the shower or bath as water can cause the skin to soften and reopen the wound. Use waterproof covers or an elevated shower chair to help keep moisture out of the wound.
● Consult a doctor. If a wound does not heal in four to six weeks, contact your primary care physician and let them know the progress, or lack thereof, of your wound’s condition. Additional treatments may be needed if a wound continues to fester.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Can weather trigger headaches?
- The best foods for your kidneys
- Highest risk factors for dementia pt2
- Transmission of anxiety from parent to child differs by gender
- The key to battling UTIs may be in your probiotic
- PLUS so much more...
Every single one of us is affected by trauma, though some carry a heavier burden than others.In Trauma: The Invisible Epidemic, Dr. Paul Conti examines the most recent research, clinical best practices, and dozens of real-life stories to present a deeper, richer, and more urgent view of trauma. Every single one of us is affected by trauma, though some carry a heavier burden than others. Understanding its insidious effects and far-reaching complications is vital to charting the path to healing for all.
In the book, Dr. Conti traces a step-by-step series of concrete changes that we can make both as individuals and as a society to alleviate trauma’s effects and prevent further traumatization in the future, including the different post-trauma syndromes, how they are classified, and their common symptoms, an examination of how for-profit health care systems can inhibit diagnosis and treatment of trauma, and the argument for a renewed humanist social commitment to mental health and wellness.
Paul Conti, MD, is a graduate of Stanford University School of Medicine. He completed his psychiatry training at Stanford and at Harvard, where he was appointed chief resident. He then served on the medical faculty at Harvard before moving to Portland, Oregon, and founding a clinic. Dr. Conti serves patients and clients throughout the United States and internationally, including the executive leadership of large corporations, specializing in the complex assessment and problem-solving, as well as both health and performance optimization.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Only 7% of adults have normal metabolic health
- Why is medicare so expensive?
- A Mediterranean diet reduces frailty
- Resilience and stress management programs decrease burnout considerably
- Hypothyroidism could predict dementia later on
- PLUS so much more...
Heat illness is a spectrum of disorders due to environmental exposure to heat.Heat illness is a spectrum of disorders due to environmental exposure to heat. It includes minor conditions such as heat cramps, heat syncope (or fainting from the heat), heat exhaustion, as well as the more severe condition known as heat stroke.
Heat stroke can be deadly for athletes of all ages and levels. Even the fittest and healthiest people need to watch out for signs of heat illness. Sun exposure also contributes to heat illness. More than just heat and humidity, the radiant effect of sun and heat absorbed into surfaces like blacktop and artificial turf can contribute to heat illness.
Dr. Korin Hudson joins us today with some tips on how to stay safe out in the summer heat. She is an associate professor at Georgetown University and a physician practicing sports medicine and emergency medicine with MedStar Health. She is currently a Team Physician for Georgetown University, Assistant Team Physician for the Washington Wizards and the Washington Mystics, and a consulting physician for the Washington Capitals.
Leading scientist Rachel A. Pruchno, Ph.D., wants more people to talk about serious mental illnesses in the open, and share their stories.Leading scientist and gifted storyteller Rachel A. Pruchno, Ph.D., was shocked to encounter misinformation, ignorance, and intolerance when she sought to help her daughter, newly diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Turning to the scientific literature, Dr. Pruchno eventually found solutions, but she realized many others would need help to understand the highly technical writing and conflicting findings.
In Beyond Madness—part memoir, part history, and part empathetic guide—Dr. Pruchno draws on her decades as a mental health professional, her own family's experiences with mental illness, and extensive interviews with people with serious mental illness to discuss how individuals live with these illnesses, and the importance of talking about these illnesses in the open.
Rachel A. Pruchno, Ph.D. is an Endowed Professor of Medicine at Rowan University and the director of research at the New Jersey Institute for Successful Aging.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Biologic age risked to all-cause cardiovascular deaths
- Low carb, high-fat diet reduces fatty liver
- Gas used in homes has been linked to a cancer
- Cognitive outcome predicts ICU survival rate
- How to lower your blood sugar normally
- PLUS so much more...
There's quite literally nothing about health and wellness that won't be utterly transformed by the power of AI.
The Future You: How Artificial Intelligence (AI) Can Help You Get Healthier, Stress Less, and Live Longer explores how AI is disrupting healthcare and what you need to know to navigate the new medical paradigm and improve your health in monumental ways—starting today.
There's quite literally nothing about health and wellness that won't be utterly transformed by the power of AI. The Future You will show you what's coming—and what is already here.
Biotech expert and author Harry Glorikian helps readers understand how to use technology (that they very likely already have) to create personalized healthcare experiences.
Harry Glorikian is a global business expert, healthcare entrepreneur, podcaster, and author. For over three decades, he has built a breadth of successful ventures in the healthcare space, and he is well known for being at the forefront of helping invest in and grow innovative healthcare companies that are tackling groundbreaking areas of healthcare and biotechnology. He currently serves as a General Partner at Scientia Ventures, a VC firm focused on up-leveling companies that have the potential to transform healthcare.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Is it healthy to drink water before bed? No!
- Anemia during pregnancy is increased among WIC participants
- 20% of CBD products still contain THC
- What is sugaring?
- Are probiotics good for vaginal health?
- PLUS so much more...
What do Mexico's most famous soccer player and the woman who just took home snowboarding GOLD in the Olympics for Team USA have in common? All rely on the advice of superstar physical therapist and today's guest Vinh Pham.What do Mexico's most famous soccer player, one of China’s greatest martial arts stars, and the woman who just took home snowboarding GOLD in the Olympics for Team USA have in common? All rely on the advice of superstar physical therapist and today's guest Vinh Pham, who is sounding the alarm about one of the most pernicious bi-products of the Covid lockdowns: chronic back and neck pain.
For those of us who struggle to be our best selves (and cannot afford a personal trainer), Vinh has written SIT UP STRAIGHT: Futureproof Your Body Against Chronic Pain with 12 Simple Movements which offers an antidote to the aches and pains that, during the pandemic, seem to have attached themselves to all of us like barnacles. Additionally, posture plays a key role in mental health, and confidence and can help with stress and burnout.
Vinh Pham is a world-class physical therapist—a member of a new breed that dissects how people really move. He has worked with a broad range of clients, from Olympians to NBA stars to MMA fighters to Golden Globe and Grammy Award-winning artists. Early in his career, he discovered a disappointing truth: most of his patients came to him already in pain. They had poor, deeply ingrained lifestyle habits that misaligned their joints and tightened their muscles. And the recent epidemic of prolonged sitting—which represents an all-day assault on the body— has only made things worse. If you’re sitting for more than thirty minutes at a time without getting up, you may be heading toward a world of hurt.
Vinh’s answer to the host of muscle maladies that ails us has been a revolutionary concept: why not futureproof? Instead of reacting to chronic pain after it flares up, what if we focused on a “movement discipline” that not only prevents injuries but leads to longer lives, healthier bodies, and a clearer mind?
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Plant-based diets can keep breast cancer away
- You are a genetic engineer when you exercise
- Latin dance may boost your aging brain
- Can you get Celiac Disease from eating too much gluten?
- Strategies for busting up brain fog
- PLUS so much more...
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Social isolation is an independent risk factor for dementia
- Malnutrition can trigger diabetes
- Higher fish intake may increase melanoma risk
- Singles of couples: Who sleeps better?
- Smoking hazard for men: brittle bones
- PLUS so much more...
"Permission to Come Home" is a crucial resource for the rapidly growing community of Asian Americans, immigrants, and other minorities.
"Permission to Come Home" is a crucial resource for the rapidly growing community of Asian Americans, immigrants, and other minorities and marginalized people to practice mental and emotional self-care. It helps readers to work on their mental health while understanding and honoring the richness of their heritage and embodying a new, complete, and whole identity.
This book is meant to be a resource for those seeking to take steps to confront and improve their mental health and wellness, through their unique cultural lens. Author Dr. Jenny Wang offers practical advice, opportunities for readers to apply what they’ve learned, and, by way of her own story and those of others, readers will find comfort in knowing they are not alone.
"Permission to Come Home" gives readers of all backgrounds a true sense of agency and empowerment in a world that is constantly trying to tell them how to think and feel.
Dr. Jenny Wang is a Taiwanese American clinical psychologist and national speaker on Asian American mental health and racial trauma in Asian American, BIPOC, and immigrant communities. Her work focuses on the intersection of Asian American identity, mental health, and social justice.
What if you were offered a doctor-prescribed drug that could get rid of burnout?If you were offered a doctor-prescribed drug that could boost your health, give you more energy and resilience and diminish burnout, depression, and anxiety, while increasing your chances of personal and professional success with no harmful side effects would you take it? It sounds too good to be true, but there is actually a way to reach those gains – and it’s by serving others.
In WONDER DRUG: 7 Scientifically Proven Ways That Serving Others is the Best Medicine For Yourselfphysician-scientists Stephen Trzeciak, M.D., and Anthony Mazzarelli, M.D., explain, through neuroscience and captivating stories from their clinical practices, how being a giving other-focused person is a secret superpower. Kinder people not only live longer, but they also live better; physically, emotionally, and mentally and find more success in work, relationships, and life.
Stephen Trzeciak, M.D. joins us in this episode to talk about his new book. He is a physician-scientist, professor, and chair of medicine at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, and the chief of medicine at Cooper University Health Care in Camden, New Jersey.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Pushing your walking speed could decrease your dementia risk
- Inflammation and toll receptor 7
- Gruesome warnings on cigarette packs don't work in the US
- Parents often ignore safe sleep advice after the baby wakes up at night
- Is participation in team sports good for you?
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Rod Tanchanco, MD writes medically-themed non-fiction focused on historical events and their human narratives.In his new book, FIRST PATIENTS: The Incredible True Stories of Pioneer Patients, Dr. Rod Tanchanco shows us how far we’ve come; what we’ve learned from past pandemics, and the real-life patient stories behind our most important medical advancements.
Often marked by the desperate need to save human lives, important developments in medicine have invariably started with patients—people whose ordeals fostered the advancement of medical knowledge. This book is a collection of such stories, each chapter an enthralling view into the history of medicine, revealing the extent of human inventiveness, resilience, and compassion.
Dr. Rod Tanchanco, MD is an internist & a Fellow in the American College of Physicians with three decades of experience. Rod has worked as a primary care physician, hospitalist, research doctor, and medical director for global healthcare organizations. He writes medically-themed non-fiction focused on historical events and their human narratives.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- The health benefits of blueberries
- Limit TV to under 1 hr a day
- 6 foods that help you sleep
- The link between dental health and mental health
- How to stop those cravings for carbs
- PLUS so much more...
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Why you should ditch your phone before bed
- Big rise in marijuana vaping in US teens
- What about monkeypox?!
- Gene tests could spot the risk of high cholesterol
- Healthy vs. unhealthy plant-based diets
- PLUS so much more...
Alzheimer’s remains an intractable, progressive, and slowly devastating disease for which there is no magic bullet.Despite last spring’s hotly contested FDA approval of the first new drug in 18 years, Alzheimer’s remains an intractable, progressive, and slowly devastating disease for which there is no magic bullet. For spouses, adult children, and other devoted caregivers, watching a loved one with Alzheimer’s struggle to remember and communicate is beyond frustrating and often heartbreaking. Yet, that doesn’t mean that someone with Alzheimer’s or any other forms of dementia is ever a “shell” or “gone.”
In Dignity for Deeply Forgetful People: How Caregivers Can Meet the Challenges of Alzheimer’s Disease, Stephen G. Post, Ph.D., a medical ethicist and recipient of the Alzheimer's Association Distinguished Service Award, shifts the focus from finding a cure for Alzheimer’s to continuing to see, cherish, and connect with the whole person—their core personality, preferences, emotions, creativity, and capacity for joy—despite the limitations of dementia.
An advocate for “deeply forgetful people” since the 1990s, Post enables readers to notice the continuing self-identity that remains beneath the surface.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Fibrotic nash scores may help predict at-risk patients
- Vitamin D, Omega 3, and some home exercises reduce invasive cancer
- Greater coffee consumption correlates with a lower risk of Alzheimer's & Parkinson's
- Major head trauma ups the risk for dementia
- Having your smartphone by the ned helps something
- PLUS so much more...
Most people believe you don’t need to get a colonoscopy until you’re 51.Most people believe you don’t need to get a colonoscopy until you’re 51. But colorectal cancers are the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, and the best way to prevent those deaths is with early detection. When are you supposed to start getting colonoscopies? And how is prep getting easier? Dr. Joseph Jennings joins us today to set the record straight.
Dr. Joseph Jennings is a board-certified gastroenterologist with a focus on bleeding within the GI tract. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 2012 and completed his Internal Medicine training at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in 2015. He served as the Chief Medical Resident for MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and served as an attending physician in Internal Medicine at the Washington DC VA Medical Center and Virginia Hospital Center as well.
He currently serves as the associate director for the MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's gastroenterology fellowship program.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Anemia may be due to celiac disease and low absorption of iron
- Can a cough be related to heart issues?
- How bad is severe COVID?
- Speed processing games decrease dementia
- What's the ideal amount of sleep in middle age
- PLUS so much more...
The FDA is working to ban menthol cigarettes.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently announced it has proposed product standards to prohibit menthol cigarettes and prohibit all characterizing flavors (other than tobacco) in cigars.
These actions have the potential to significantly reduce disease and death from combusted tobacco product use, the leading cause of preventable death in the U.S., by reducing youth experimentation and addiction and increasing the number of smokers that quit.
Peter Pitts is President and co-founder of the Center for Medicine in the Public Interest. He also serves as a Visiting Professor at the University of Paris School of Medicine and was a former member of the United States Senior Executive Service and Associate Commissioner of the US Food & Drug Administration where he served as senior communications and policy adviser to the Commissioner.
He sits down with Dr. Roizen to talk about the dangers of flavored cigarettes and why this is such an important step in the fight against cigarette addiction.
Do you often find yourself rubbing your eyes? After working on a display screen or reading a book, do you wind up having a headache?Do you often find yourself rubbing your eyes? After working on a display screen or reading a book, do you wind up having a headache? Do you seem to have problems focusing your vision, with or without glasses?
If the answer to any of these questions is yes, you may be suffering from eyestrain—and What You Must Know About Eyestrain is the book that all of us need to have.
Written by the noted optometrist and bestselling author Jeffrey Anshel, OD, this book provides you with the most up-to-date information required to identify the source of your eyestrain—whether it is your display screen, inadequate lighting, poor nutrition, or merely the process of aging—and to take the necessary steps to resolve it.
He joins Dr. Roizen to talk about his work, his 20-20-20 rule, and how to keep your eyes in tip-top shape even if you're on the computer all day!
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Emotional eating in kids, how much of it is mom's fault?
- High blood pressure now affects 1 in every 7 US pregnancies
- Weight loss and lifestyle interventions, how much do they ease sleep apnea?
- Dangerous germs from microplastics floating in the ocean wind up on food
- PLUS so much more...
Dr. Louann Brizendine was among the first to explain why women think, communicate, and feel differently than men.Dr. Louann Brizendine was among the first to explain why women think, communicate, and feel differently than men. Now, inspired by her own experiences and those of the thousands of women at her clinic, she has a message that is nothing short of revolutionary: in the time of life typically known as menopause, women’s brains are reshaped, for the better, in a way that creates new power, a bracing clarity, and a laser-like sense of purpose if you know how to seize it.
Her brand new book The Upgrade: How the Female Brain Gets Stronger and Better in Midlife and Beyond is a science-backed, radically positive roadmap, and provides specific ways women can fend off dementia, increase longevity and well-being, and find their best selves at this stage of life.
Louann Brizendine, MD completed her degree in Neurobiology at UC Berkeley, graduated from Yale School of Medicine, and did her internship and residency at Harvard Medical School. She has also served on both the faculties of Harvard University and the University of California at San Francisco. She founded the Women’s Mood and Hormone Clinic at UCSF. Her New York Times bestseller, The Female Brain, and its follow-up, The Male Brain, continue to be read around the world.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- BMI & disease duration are among predictors of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in Crohn's patients in China
- Staying hydrated is a key component in your risk of heart failure
- Differences in gut bacteria in different socioeconomic groups
- Losing your sense of smell increases the risk of dementia
- Psylocibin lessens the risk of opioid use disorder
- PLUS so much more...
The global epidemic of diabetes and prediabetes afflicts more than 1 billion people.The global epidemic of diabetes and prediabetes afflicts more than 1 billion people. Sadly, more than 50% of people with diabetes do not achieve their desired glucose control. Moreover, less than 25% achieve their blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose goals.
In his book, Conquer Your Diabetes: Prevention, Control, Remission, Dr. Martin Abrahamson and his co-author Sanjiv Chopra, MD put all the pieces of the diabetes puzzle together, including a concise history of the disease, underlying types and causes, prediabetes, obesity, weight loss, pregnancy, mental health, type 2 diabetes prevention and remission, and latest treatments.
Dr. Abrahamson joins us today to tell us more about his book & his diabetes research. He is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and a previous Chief Medical Officer at Joslin Diabetes Center. He lectures globally on diabetes and has spearheaded educational initiatives on diabetes for physicians around the world.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Overdose deaths in teens are on the rise due to fentanyl
- Blue light exposure yields impairment in metabolic function for over a week
- If you have diabetes, get checked for alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Spinal cord repair & regeneration
- Live younger longer by doing these 5 healthy things
- PLUS so much more...
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- What is non-celiac gluten sensitivity?
- Why do COVID-19 infections set off massive inflammation
- A Mediterranean diet prevents brain atrophy in MS patients
- Half of Americans now may die with a diagnosis of dementia
- Inadequate sleep is tied to abdominal fat
- PLUS so much more...
Consumers now want to test for everything and be more sensitive to what ingredients are in their food and dietary supplements.Consumers now want to test for everything and be more sensitive to what ingredients are in their food and dietary supplements.
Sandra Lee is an analytical testing expert and CEO of NJ Labs, a nationally recognized provider and advocate for quality in chemistry and microbiology testing that serves the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, dietary supplement, cosmetic, cannabis/CBD, dairy, and food industries.
She says that although COVID has brought more attention to the importance of rapid at-home tests, there are other types of health testing consumers should get familiar with in 2022. One important test kit to have on hand is a tick test, especially during tick season (April-October). Lyme disease is a year-long problem, but most people are infected during the height of tick season. Lyme disease symptoms can easily be confused with COVID symptoms, and if not treated right away can result in lifelong health issues including chronic fatigue, joint pain and weakness, arthritis, and a compromised immune system.
Sandra tells us more about these trends, the FDA's stance, and NJ Labs' tick collection kit.
Most of us spend our daily lives like phones at 10% battery.Most of us spend our daily lives like phones at 10% battery: we’re doing a LOT, without the mental or physical strength we need to do it all better, and wondering at what point we might stop working altogether. But a new book by an award-winning scientist shows us that it doesn’t have to be this way.
There are things we can do to align our body’s natural daily rhythms of rest and activity to recharge our internal “batteries.” And we can do this by mining the restorative power of sleep…while we’re still awake.
THE POWER OF THE DOWNSTATE: Recharge Your Life Using Your Body's Own Restorative Systems by the University of California at Irvine Professor Sara Mednick draws on the latest research to show how we can access the most replenishing and repairing aspects of sleep through activities and moments that happen in our mornings, afternoons, and evenings by diving into what Dr. Mednick calls Downstates.
Professor Sara C. Mednick is a cognitive neuroscientist and author. Dr. Mednick was awarded the Office Naval Research in 2015. Her research findings have been published in such leading scientific journals as Nature Neuroscience and The Proceedings from the National Academy of Science and covered by all major media outlets.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Eating healthy fat decreased all-cause death rates and more
- Why you might be gassy and how to avoid it
- The human genome
- What % of high school students report stress / sadness / abuse / suicide in pandemic years?
- Bong use at home
- PLUS so much more...
Zoë Kors draws on her experience as a sex and intimacy coach and thought leader to share her powerful methodology for nurturing and sustaining our intimate relationships.Part practical guide, part client stories, part personal narrative, Zoë Kors draws on her experience as a sex and intimacy coach and thought leader to share her powerful methodology for nurturing and sustaining our intimate relationships. Zoë addresses an array of concepts, including boundaries, attachment, and self-esteem.
She busts the myth that sex and love are inseparable and introduces the groundbreaking concept of energetic intimacy. Ultimately, Zoë delivers a rich and varied understanding of human sexuality and intimacy through the lens of the body, brain, heart, spirit, and culture.
Zoë Kors is a sex and intimacy coach, author, podcaster, and sought-after thought leader. She literally wrote the book on Intimacy—Radical Intimacy: Cultivate the Deeply Connected Relationships You Desire and Deserve.
Zoë is the resident sex and intimacy coach at sexual wellness app Coral. She is the former Senior Editor and Creative Director of LA Yoga Magazine. In addition to a thriving private practice, Zoë offers her services through the Center for Relational Healing, which specializes in the treatment of sex addiction and betrayal trauma. As a member of the CRH team, Zoë works with clients to reintroduce healthy sexuality and intimacy.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Another reason to not take metformin until its needed
- Sharp rise in blood pressure on standing tied to elevated risk for cardiovascular & kidney events
- Regular physical activity independently tied to decreased risk of dementia
- Climate change leads to a 20-day lengthening of the pollen season
- Lots of napping in seniors could raise the risk for Alzheimer's
- PLUS so much more...
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Can a wearable for sleep positioning help with GERD
- Medical marijuana ups the odds for overuse and no benefit for health besides sleep
- 15 foods that cause bloating
- Cocoa flavanol supplements are beneficial
- Should you drink warm or cold water?
- PLUS so much more...
What can you do to improve your health and at the same time improve the health of our home planet?What can you do to improve your health and at the same time improve the health of our home planet? Do you want to be a healthier and more sustainable consumer?
In her straightforward, easy-to-understand book, dietitian and environmentalist Dr. Dana Ellis Hunnes outlines the actions we can all take. Many people feel overwhelmed by the scope of climate change and believe that only large, sweeping changes will make any difference. Yet the choices we make every day can have effects on climate change, the oceans, the land, and other species.
This book outlines the problems we are facing, and then presents ideas or 'recipes' to empower us, to help us all make a difference. Recipe For Survival provides the guidance that you can use right now to improve your health, your family's health, and the health of the environment simultaneously.
Dr. Dana Ellis Hunnes is a practicing dietitian, educator, and researcher who has dedicated herself to understanding the relationships between climate change, food choices, and food security and how they affect our health. At UCLA Medical Center, she works with hundreds of individuals every year who suffer from debilitating chronic diseases and guides them toward a healthier lifestyle.
You played in the dirt as a kid. But why did you ever stop?You played in the dirt as a kid. But why did you ever stop?
Our gardens provide beauty, food, and a respite from the world. And they can also become a source of positive environmental change. In her book Grow Now, Emily Murphy shares easy-to-follow principles for regenerative gardening that foster biodiversity and improve soil health and shows how every single yard mirrors and connects to the greater ecosystem around us.
Grow Now provides a roadmap to tap into the power of regenerative growing with a set of easy-to-follow principles for fostering biodiversity, caring for soil, rewilding, and planting your way to a better future.
Emily Murphy is a regenerative organic gardener, photographer, designer and the author of the Amazon bestseller GROW WHAT YOU LOVE and a leading proponent of regenerative organic growing and garden-based climate activism. She’s a plantsperson, designer, educator, and photographer trained in ethnobotany, environmental science, and garden design.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- What test predicts cognitive function and erectile dysfunction 10 years ahead of time
- Benefits of dark chocolate
- Can coffee cure a hangover?
- Alcohol & LDL cholesterol
- Changes in diet quality from 2001 to 2018
- PLUS so much more...
Cancer is a formidable enemy. In fact, people born in America since 1960 face a one in two chance of being diagnosed with cancer in their lifetimes.Cancer is a formidable enemy. In fact, people born in America since 1960 face a one in two chance of being diagnosed with cancer in their lifetimes. However, there's growing evidence that fewer cancers will be death sentences for patients.
New approaches and understandings are transforming the medical world, increasing success rates for remissions, disease management, and cures. And Dr. Ashani Weeraratna is at the forefront of this new level of care.
In Is Cancer Inevitable? Dr. Weeraratna―a pioneering melanoma researcher whose work explores the role aging plays in cancer cells' spread and drug resistance―gives readers an inside look at several of the latest cancer advances. Detailing the actions that are reducing the disease's impact and exploring what the future may hold, she explains how the molecular mechanisms involved in metastasis and the cells' microenvironments influence cancer's development and progression.
Over the years, she writes, our understanding of how cancer cells move throughout the body, change as they plant themselves in the body's microenvironments, and even communicate with one another has led to major insights about how cancer works. With compelling detail, she takes us inside her lab, revealing how new insights are leading to major breakthroughs, even among patients with Stage IV cancer. She also explains how age-related changes in the microenvironment contribute to multiple aspects of melanoma formation and development. Such scholarship, she argues, is moving us toward a day when more patients will be declared cancer-free.
An inspiring and deeply personal book, Is Cancer Inevitable? offers readers newfound hope.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Intermittent fasting: how it works and the 4 types explained
- E-cigarettes increase the risk of prediabetes
- Moderate wine consumption with meals helps reduce type 2 diabetes risk
- Staying fit helps keep Alzheimer's at bay
- Does Inulin improve gut health
- PLUS so much more...
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Getting rid of meat lowers cancer risk
- Excess sodium in effervescent medications
- Foods that trigger asthma
- What happens when you exercise in an air polluted area?
- Muscle strength and getting out of a chain: the faster the better
- PLUS so much more...
Our guest today is one of the best in the biz when it comes to sleep health. But today we are talking about the other side of the spectrum: energy!
Our guest today is one of the best in the biz when it comes to sleep health. But today we are talking about the other side of the spectrum: energy!
Renowned sleep expert Michael Breus, Ph.D., teams up with SoulCycle founding instructor Stacey Griffith to present a revolutionary, science-based program to give you the energy you need to achieve your dreams.
Are you desperately seeking more energy? Dr. Michael Breus and Stacey Griffith hear it every day from their clients, so they decided to do something about it: write a book and jump-start a movement. In Energize! Breus and Griffith team up to teach you how to get your groove back. Using the scientifically proven core principles of chronobiology and biological body type (remember that from high school?), they offer an easy-to-understand, personalized program of small daily movements, sleeping and fasting on schedule, and mood hacks that will give you incredible energy, promote happiness and fight off fatigue for good.
Sounds too good to be true? Their program boils down to living the way nature and your DNA have programmed you to live. But don’t worry, it’s really simple—and super fun.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Statins and intolerance
- Can high cholesterol cause headaches?
- Air pollution increases psoriatic flares and joint pain
- Benefits of hibiscus tea
- What is the best diet if you have gout?
- PLUS so much more...
Join us for the ultimate Italian cooking holiday November 1st - 6th 2022 in Puglia, Italy!Join us for the ultimate Italian cooking holiday November 1st - 6th 2022 in Puglia, Italy!
With this course, Drs. Mike Roizen and Michael Crupain, along with Silvestro Silvestori of the Awaiting Table Cookery School, the oldest in all of Puglia, have teamed to help you to learn experience the true Mediterranean lifestyle, learn the science behind what makes it so special, and hopefully add years to your life.
In the old world, geography drives cuisine and because of it, farm animals have never thrived in the Salento. With very few hills, there is no cooling air to console potential livestock from the almost Northern African summer heat. The flat, sunny fields have always been better suited for growing the world's most healthful foods--pulses, fruits, and vegetables. And lots and lots of olives, nearly all species used to make olive oil.
So slowly, imperceptibly, over countless generations, loving mothers and wives figured out ingenious ways to apply their Italian culinary genius to the humblest of plant-based ingredients. Today this naturally healthy cuisine is considered by Italians to be the most delicious in all of the country. Silvestro has devoted his life to preserving this culinary tradition and teaching it to visitors from all over the world.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- 2,000 extra steps per day decrease diabetes risk
- Long term risk of heart attack is higher if you get the COVID-19 virus
- How lo lower your salt intake
- AC demands due to climate change will overwhelm electrical supply by 2050
- 11 high fiber foods
- PLUS so much more...
Researchers have recently discovered how proteins produced by oral epithelial cells protect humans against viruses entering the body through the mouth.Researchers from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry and their colleagues have discovered details of how proteins produced by oral epithelial cells protect humans against viruses entering the body through the mouth. They also found that oral bacteria can suppress the activity of these cells, increasing vulnerability to infection.
A family of proteins known as interferon lambdas produced by epithelial cells in the mouth serve to protect humans from viral infection, but the oral bacteria Porphyromonas gingivalis reduces the production and effectiveness of those important frontline defenders.
Dr. Juhi Bagaitkar and Dr. Richard Lamont, professor and chair of the UofL Department of Oral Immunology and Infectious Disease, led the work, with first author Carlos J. Rodriguez-Hernandez and other colleagues at UofL and at Washington University in St. Louis. The findings were published in December in PNAS.
The bestselling author of the Wheat Belly books brings his next big, game-changing idea – how the human microbiome is evolving, and potentially wrecking, our health, and how we can fix it.The bestselling author of the Wheat Belly books brings his next big, game-changing idea – how the human microbiome is evolving, and potentially wrecking, our health, and how we can fix it.
In his latest book SUPER GUT: A Four-Week Plan to Reprogram Your Microbiome, Restore Health, and Lose Weight, Dr. William Davis shares an action plan for how we can replace essential microbes lost from the modern microbiome while eliminating the “bad ones” that cause small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, SIBO, and small intestinal fungal overgrowth, SIFO, overgrowth of microbes that essentially hijack human health.
Dr. Davis’ roadmap includes his unique method of yogurt fermentation that allows the reader to cultivate specific microbes to obtain specific benefits—just like ordering off the menu at a restaurant, allowing readers to pick and choose their benefits—as well as a daily menu of 40 other gut-fixing recipes, in addition to his first-ever home diagnostic toolkit that can help anyone struggling with bowel blues to avoid expensive and complicated bloodwork and other tests.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Bright indoor lighting during the day lowers glucose levels and improves energy expenditure
- Over 1 mill lives have been lost to overdoses in youths 10-24 in the last 5 years
- US diabetic deaths top 100k for a second straight year
- Experts proposed solutions to the opioid crisis
- Social isolation drive cardiovascular risk in women
- PLUS so much more...
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Higher coffee consumption tied to lower endometrial cancer
- Benefits of 10 min of extra exercise in adults over 40
- Best and worst diets
- Aquatic exercises are superior to physical therapy in relieving lower back pain
- Can wearing socks to bed help you sleep better?
- PLUS so much more...
Stephen Sinatra, MD, cardiologist and best-selling author of, “Heartbreak and Heart Disease,” says certain unsuspecting bad habits could weigh more heavily on the heart than you realize.Stephen Sinatra, MD, cardiologist and best-selling author of, “Heartbreak and Heart Disease,” says certain unsuspecting bad habits could weigh more heavily on the heart than you realize.
Of course, there are many well-known bad habits for the heart such as drinking too much alcohol, not exercising, smoking, and eating unhealthy foods, but there are some other lesser-known bad habits that can negatively affect heart health as well.
Dr. Sinatra joins us today to talk about how your bedtime can affect your heart health, the importance of going barefoot and grounding or earthing, and what happens to your health if you are a loner.
Along with hitting the gym more often and starting a diet, quitting smoking tops many New Year’s resolution lists.Along with hitting the gym more often and starting a diet, quitting smoking tops many New Year’s resolution lists. Quitting tobacco isn’t easy, but 50 million ex-smokers in the United States are proof that it’s achievable.
Tobacco use remains the nation’s leading cause of preventable death and disease and is a serious public health threat. Nationally, nearly 40 million Americans smoke, and in New Jersey, the adult smoking rate is 13.1%. To encourage people to quit smoking, vaping, and using all tobacco products in 2022, the American Lung Association is promoting “No Tobacco ’22. To help people quit, the organization is sharing tips and resources through social media and Lung.org.
Deborah P. Brown is the Chief Mission Officer for the American Lung Association. Prior to this, she served as President and CEO of the Lung Association of the Mid-Atlantic until the Lung Association united into a single nationwide organization on July 1, 2017, when she became the Executive Vice President for the region. She offers us some tips this episode to help Americans who are ready to commit to No Tobacco ’22.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- What are the signs my child has a food allergy?
- How to make your heart work harder and stronger
- Benefits of Chaga mushrooms
- 1/4 of US adults are too sedentary
- Does proper nutrition help those with Huntington's Disease
- PLUS so much more...
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Addressing the social determinants of health reduces cardiovascular risk in type 2 diabetes
- Even a little exercise might slow Parkinson's
- Fatty Liver is observed in most adults with obesity & diabetes
- Stair walking: just 3 minutes lowers glucose and improves insulin sensitivity
- Max BMI you've had predicts advanced complications from diabetes
- PLUS so much more...
The gravest health threats to the nearly 109 million Americans over 50 are heart disease and Alzheimer’s.
The gravest health threats to the nearly 109 million Americans over 50 are heart disease (the nation’s leading killer), and Alzheimer’s (the most feared affliction that affects millions of families.) In his new book Strong Heart, Sharp Mind, noted neurologist Dr. Marwan Sabbagh, reveals new hope for treating and preventing these dreaded conditions together.
Strong Heart, Sharp Mind relies on the latest science to reveal a proven 6-step program to maximize and improve both heart and brain health. The program includes:
· Incorporating exercise into daily activities
· Transforming the American diet into a healthful way to eat
· Building a healthy sleep regimen
· Managing stress, anger, and anxiety
· Creating opportunities for cognitive stimulation
· Bolstering your social support system
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- KFC to serve up plant-based meals & chicken
- An unhealthy heart may be the biggest threat to your brain
- Dementia patients set to triple worldwide by 2050
- Asthma may be caused by fat in your immune system
- Could a new blood test predict pregnancy complications?
- A drug might ease sensory demands in autism
- PLUS so much more...
Jonathan Reisman, M.D., is a doctor of internal medicine and pediatrics who has practiced medicine in the world’s most remote places.The Unseen Body is a journey through the human body and across the globe that weaves together medical stories about our insides with a unique perspective on life, culture, and the natural world.
Jonathan Reisman, M.D., is a doctor of internal medicine and pediatrics who has practiced medicine in the world’s most remote places—in the Arctic and Antarctica, at high-altitude in Nepal, in Kolkata’s urban slums, and among the Oglala Sioux in South Dakota. He speaks Spanish and Russian and heads a non-profit to improve healthcare and education in India.
Listen as he tells us about his travels, practicing in remote areas, and how that unique knowledge has helped his practice.
What are the trendiest foods for 2022?In 2021, the Specialty Food Association (SFA) Trendspotter Panel virtually assembled to research thousands of specialty food and beverage products from around the world.
After recording their extensive findings, they settled on five trends that will drive the growth of the $170.4 billion specialty food industry in 2022, including pasta's comeback, plant-based comfort foods, and hot peppers.
Jonathan Deutsch Ph.D. is a Professor and the Director of Drexel University Food Core Lab, as well as a Member of the Specialty Food Association’s Trendspotter Panel (SFA). He joins Dr. ROizen to talk about 2022 food trends, as well as his top restaurant picks in his hometown of Philadelphia.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. * Just half a tablespoon of olive oil a day reduces all-cause mortality * Is the keto diet heart healthy? * Experts issue guidelines on diabetes linked nerve damage * The global burden of cancer is increasing * Breast cancer survival rate is up * PLUS so much more...
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Happy New Year! Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. * Teen drugs & alcohol use have fallen during the pandemic * FDA approves LDL lowering drug * Everything you should know about collagen peptides * Thinking about using earseeds? * Cognitive disorders double risk of cognitive impairment in your spouse * PLUS so much more...
In the early days of this podcast, Dr. Roizen shared the airwaves with his friend Jim Graham.In the early days of this podcast, Dr. Roizen shared the airwaves with his friend Jim Graham.
Jim joins us once again to talk about his new calling, bereavement counseling with his local hospice.
Listen as these old friends talk about how they met (at a baseball game in upstate NY), how he got into this work after his wife passed, the importance of finding help during this difficult time, and the 5 words you should never say to someone grieving a loss.
Instead of aiming for perfection, today we're focusing on the small changes you can make to live a less toxic life.Instead of aiming for perfection (impossible) or changing everything at once (hard and never leads to lasting change), Gin Stephens' new book Clean(ish): Eat (Mostly) Clean, Live (Mainly) Clean and Unlock Your Body’s Natural Ability to Self-Clean cuts through the confusion and fear, showing how to lower your toxic load through small changes, smart swaps, and simple solutions, while still living an enjoyable lifestyle. The ish makes it doable.
Beyond looking at the harm that chemical additives in foods do to us, Gin explains how many of the personal care items and cleaning products we use are full of toxic chemicals, wreaking havoc on our health, often by decreasing the diversity of our gut microbes. Tips for simplifying cleaning products and homemade cleaners help reduce exposure to these toxins.
Gin is a New York Times bestseller and intermittent faster. In this episode, she joins Dr. Roizen to talk about her new book which comes out today! (1/4/22)
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.Happy New Year! Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. * Teen suicide: What parents should know * Over 60? You have billions of potential cancer-causing cells. How to boost your immune system. * Junk food ads are reaching kids online * Exercise buffers against pneumonia * Why loose ear crystals make you dizzy, and how to fix them * PLUS so much more...
The global workforce has a busyness problem. We’re overworked, overwhelmed, and operating at breakneck speeds.The global workforce has a busyness problem. We’re overworked, overwhelmed, and operating at breakneck speeds. Every space on our calendars is filled to the brim, with no minute to spare and no moment left un-maximized. Urgency is the norm and immediacy is the gold standard. It’s no wonder that, as we emerge from the disruption of the pandemic and head back to the office, weary professionals are experiencing burnout like never before and 40 percent of workers globally are considering quitting their jobs.
For a workforce that was already fried and now completely burnt, continuing our current frantic work pace and pressure could have serious consequences for individuals and organizations alike.
With her new book, A Minute to Think, renowned speaker and executive advisor Juliet Funt presents a fundamental reimagining of how we approach work that meets the unique demands of the current moment.
Shereveals the performance-enhancing power of the strategic pause -- periods of open, unscheduled time that allow us to think more wisely and creatively. These strategic pauses give our sparks of talent and contribution the oxygen they need to catch fire. When reinserted into our busy schedules, whether in short sips or long gulps, they can change the very nature of work.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, It's our last News of the Week of 2021! Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. * 1 in 3 of people who are hospitalized for COVID develop long COVID * How do we prevent brain disfunction? * Viagara and coffee both decrease amyloids in the brain * Noninvasive testing for people with diabetes * Higher diet quality is associated with lower cardiovascular risk for adults who are normal or overweight * Who is lacking B12? * PLUS so much more...
From renowned ABC News anchor/correspondent and former insomniac Diane Macedo, comes a practical, user-friendly guide to getting better sleep.
From renowned ABC News anchor/correspondent and former insomniac Diane Macedo, comes a practical, user-friendly guide to getting better sleep. The Sleep Fix flips the switch on common advice, illuminating the reporter’s relentless search for how to get a good night’s sleep and the surprising, scientific, and practical solutions she found along the way.
Roughly 30% of the population is estimated to be living with insomnia, while many more unknowingly suffer from other sleep disorders. In The Sleep Fix, Macedo aims to change that with perspective-shifting research and easy-to-implement solutions based not just on science and experts, but also on her own years-long struggle.
As an early-morning reporter and overnight news anchor, Macedo learned the hard way how valuable sleep is, and how it affects everything from our heart to our brain to our immune system. The longer Macedo struggled, the more her health deteriorated. Desperate, she tried standard sleep tip after standard sleep tip, but nothing worked - instead, it made her worse.
Finally, after developing a tolerance to sleeping pills, Macedo decided to attack the problem as a journalist, interviewing sleep experts from all over the world to get to the bottom of what really keeps us from sleeping—and the various ways to fix it.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. * Coffee decreases your accumulation of amyloids and tau in the brain. * 1 in 44 children affected by autism, why? * Ultra-processed foods up odds for a second heart attack * Nearly 7% of US kids have had a concussion, do their parents know? * Nordic walking can help gain a more efficient gait, great for Parkinson's * PLUS so much more...
Have you ever wondered where American cuisine traditions came from? How did bagels get so popular?Have you ever wondered where American cuisine traditions came from? How did bagels get so popular? Where did the national fight for the best slice of pizza come from? All the answers are in Food Americana.
In it, David Page, former investigative journalist, and Food Network producer goes in-depth about American food, and famous spots around the country that embody our cuisine.
David Page changed the world of food television by creating, developing, and executive-producing the groundbreaking show "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives". Now, the two-time Emmy winner David Page has made his passion project a reality.
Food Americana, an entertaining mix of food culture, pop culture, nostalgia, and everything new on the American plate. His book features different Mexican-American foods and their roots, how Southern barbecue came to be, and even recipes of some of his favorite recipes around the country.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. * Could Viagra help with decreasing Alzheimer's? * Everything you want to know about pea protein * Does aspirin increase heart failure? * Virtual exercise classes are safe for those with muscular-skeletal disease * Diabetic peripheral neuropathy linked to cognitive decline * New American Heart Association guidelines say eat more plants, fewer carbs, and more * PLUS so much more...
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
This week we're focusing on an incredible breakthrough in aging research, specifically one study in skin aging from Israel, that also slows aging in your brain!
While we usually focus on physical and mental health on this show, in this episode, we're talking about financial health.While we usually focus on physical and mental health on this show, in this episode, we're talking about financial health. Most of the stress in this country is caused by money and financial woes.
So today we’re welcoming popular podcast host of Be Smart and bestselling financial author Jared Dillian to the show.
In the early 2000s, Jared routinely traded over a billion dollars a day as the head of ETF trading at Lehman Brothers. His memoir covering that period, Street Freak: Money and Madness at Lehman Brothers, was named Businessweek’s #1 general business book in 2011. And his first novel, All the Evil of This World, was published in 2016.
Today, hundreds of thousands of people regularly read Jared’s work, which includes three investment newsletters—The Daily Dirtnap, Street Freak, and ETF 20/20—along with two weekly e-letters, The 10th Man and The Jared Dillian Letter.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. * Vitamin D and Omega 3 supplements lower your risk of autoimmune disease * Hot cocoa tied to slower brain aging * Do your skin checks! * Scientists have found the perfect bedtime for heart health * What's the worst way to eat? * Get dietary fat from plants * PLUS so much more...
Superfoods, right brain versus left brain, lungs of the planet—these and other commonly shared pop-science phrases are certainly catchy and all-to-quick to trend online. But they are also often wrong (or at least not quite right).Superfoods, right brain versus left brain, lungs of the planet—these and other commonly shared pop-science phrases are certainly catchy and all-to-quick to trend online. But they are also often wrong (or at least not quite right). These shorthand analogies, memes, and buzzwords distort the actual science and leave out key details, leading readers to develop a misunderstanding of the world around them.
In The Stickler’s Guide to Science in the Age of Misinformation, R. Philip Bouchard takes a closer look at 13 pervasive scientific untruths—tackling a range of topics from gravity and radiation to global warming and pandemics—and humorously and accessibly shares the real science behind them. You’ll learn why trees do not “store” carbon dioxide, why DNA is not really the “blueprint of life”, and why a day is not actually 24 hours.
Philip Bouchard is a lifelong “natural science nerd” with a track record of creating successful educational media. As a software engineer and educator, he designed the famous 1985 computer game The Oregon Trail, which went on to sell 65 million copies. Smithsonian magazine called the game "a cultural landmark” and TIME named it as one of the best ten videogames of all time. Bouchard holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in botany from the University of Georgia and the University of Texas at Austin.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Does exercise lower your LDL cholesterol?
- What do you do after a heart attack?
- Coffee linked metabolites linked to chronic kidney disease
- Natural diuretics in food
- A study about the importance of folates and folate-rich foods
- Obesity bias in healthcare
- PLUS so much more...
Each year, Americans consume food products that contain heavy metals, pesticides, and harmful additives—with the blessing of the FDA. Why is this happening and why haven’t you heard about it?Each year, Americans consume food products that contain heavy metals, pesticides, and harmful additives—with the blessing of the FDA. Why is this happening and why haven’t you heard about it? In Unsafe at Any Meal, Dr. Renee Dufault, former food investigator for the Food and Drug Administration, provides startling answers.
While at the FDA, Dr. Dufault discovered toxic mercury residue in the plumbing systems of food manufacturing plants and in processed foods sold in supermarkets. When Dr. Dufault revealed these disturbing findings to her superiors, she was told to stop her investigation. She retired early and devoted her energy to making the public aware of the insidious dangers that contaminate our food. To expose what still seems to be a well-kept secret by the FDA, she has written Unsafe at Any Meal to provide consumers with the information they need to know.
Dr. Dufault joins us this episode to discuss her incredible career, findings, and book.
It’s no secret that the black community tops the list of groups afflicted by hypertension, stroke, diabetes, heart disease, kidney failure, and cancer.It’s no secret that the black community tops the list of groups afflicted by hypertension, stroke, diabetes, heart disease, kidney failure, and cancer. What the statistics do not show is the pain, misery, and despair that these conditions create―not only for the individual but also for family and friends.
As an African-American doctor, Dr. Richard Walker has studied these conditions among his patients for many years. Now, presented for the first time in his book Black Health Matters, Dr. Walker believes that research has found a number of commonsense ways to prevent, reduce, and possibly eliminate these killers, turning the tide of African-American health.
Dr. Walker joins us today to discuss his book, which explains how this crucial factor can be added to a daily routine along with components such as nutritional supplements, diet, exercise, and even dental care. He focuses on each major illness affecting the black community and explores what it is, what its symptoms are, and how the reader can avoid or treat the problem using the latest treatments available.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Cleveland Clinic starts a breast cancer vaccine trial
- The more fast food spots in your neighborhood, the more Type 2 Diabetes
- Climate change is already harming many Americans health
- A large study confirmed coffee is beneficial to your liver and vascular system
- A randomized trial in nursing homes helps with falls
- The effect of physical activity on fatigue & MS
- Is luster dust OK to eat on cakes?
- PLUS so much more...
Has the scent of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies ever taken you back to afternoons at your grandmother’s house? Has an old song ever brought back memories of a first date?Has the scent of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies ever taken you back to afternoons at your grandmother’s house? Has an old song ever brought back memories of a first date? The ability to remember relationships between unrelated items (an odor and a location, a song, and an event) is known as associative memory.
Psychologists began studying associative memory in the 1800s, with William James describing the phenomenon in his 1890 classic The Principles of Psychology. Scientists today agree that the structures responsible for the formation of associative memory are found in the medial temporal lobe, or the famous “memory center” of the brain, but the particular cells involved, and how those cells are controlled, have remained a mystery until now.
Neuroscientists at the University of California, Irvine have discovered specific types of neurons within the memory center of the brain that are responsible for acquiring new associative memories. Additionally, they have discovered how these associative memory neurons are controlled. We rely on associative memories in our everyday lives and this research is an important step in understanding the detailed mechanism of how these types of memories are formed in the brain.
Lead researcher Kei Igarashi, a faculty fellow of the Center for the Neurobiology of Learning and Memory and assistant professor of anatomy & neurobiology at the UCI School of Medicine, joins us today to discuss his lab's findings.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Today we have a special news of the week focusing on fasting, calorie restriction, and a new segment "6 Normals + 2"
Learn how you can boost your immune system and help prevent virtually every major medical condition—including cancer, heart disease, neurological disorders, GI issues, and obesity—by keeping your lymph system healthy.Learn how you can boost your immune system and help prevent virtually every major medical condition—including cancer, heart disease, neurological disorders, GI issues, and obesity—by keeping your lymph system healthy.
The lymphatic system serves as our body’s maintenance department and has a direct effect on our cardiovascular, neurological, and immune systems. It has also been one of the most misunderstood systems. Until now.
At last, renowned cardiothoracic surgeon and pioneer in the study of lymph Gerald Lemole explains in straightforward language why the lymphatic system is the key factor in longevity and disease prevention, and how improving lymphatic flow can help our bodies eliminate the toxins and waste products that contribute to injury, inflammation, and disease.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Today we are covering 3 controversial regulatory items that have been in the news recently that are really important
- Colonoscopy and screening for colon cancer
- Aspirin, should you continue to take it?
- FDA's regulation of sunblock & sunscreens
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Can family help you win the battle against cardiovascular disease
- Is facial icing good for you?
- Arthritis is reported by almost 1 in 4 in the US
- Why does coffee bother my stomach?
- Should we be taking aspirin after vaping?
- Are there breastfeeding superfoods to help increase milk production?
- PLUS so much more...
A breathtaking one in five people in the U.S. has a health condition related to food—from disruptive sensitivities and intolerances to serious allergic reactions that can send them to the ER.
A breathtaking one in five people in the U.S. has a health condition related to food—from disruptive sensitivities and intolerances to serious allergic reactions that can send them to the ER.
These food-related problems are on a historic rise across all ages. And the spectrum of these ailments is wide and deep, with many tricky “masqueraders” in the mix to create a lot of confusion, potential misdiagnoses, and faulty or poor treatment—and immeasurable suffering for millions of people. The good news: Dr. Ruchi Gupta, on the front lines of this silent epidemic, now shares revolutionary research from her lab and clinical practice.
In her latest book Food Without Fear, Dr. Gupta illuminates this misunderstood spectrum and offers a new approach to managing adverse reactions to food with a practical plan to end the misery and enjoy eating with ease.
Ruchi Gupta, MD, MPH, is a professor of pediatrics and medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and a clinical attending at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. Dr. Gupta has more than 17 years of experience as a board-certified pediatrician and health researcher and currently serves as the founding director of the Center for Food Allergy & Asthma Research (CFAAR), and is world-renowned for her groundbreaking research in the areas of food allergy and asthma epidemiology, most notably for her research on the prevalence of pediatric and adult food allergy in the United States.
Making sense of sound is one of the hardest jobs we ask our brains to do.
Making sense of sound is one of the hardest jobs we ask our brains to do. In her book Of Sound Mind, Nina Kraus examines the partnership of sound and brain, showing for the first time that the processing of sound drives many of the brain's core functions. Our hearing is always on—we can't close our ears the way we close our eyes—and yet we can ignore sounds that are unimportant. We don't just hear; we engage with sounds. Kraus explores what goes on in our brains when we hear a word—or a chord, or a meow, or a screech.
Sound plays an unrecognized role in both healthy and hurting brains. Kraus explores the power of music for healing as well as the destructive power of noise on the nervous system. She traces what happens in the brain when we speak another language, have a language disorder, experience rhythm, listen to birdsong, or suffer a concussion.
Nina Kraus, Ph.D.,is a scientist, inventor, and amateur musician who studies the biology of auditory learning. She began her career measuring responses from single auditory neurons and was one of the first to show that the adult nervous system has the potential for reorganization following learning; these insights in basic biology galvanized her to investigate auditory learning in humans.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Scientists untangle way diabetes might raize Alzheimers risk
- Physical activity reduces cardiovascular mortality substantially
- Fruit & veggies - a recipe for mental health wellbeing
- Asthma, smoking tied to early COPD risk
- Is it safe to drink "Profee" to jumpstart your day?
- FDA unveils proposed changes to OTC sunscreen labeling
- PLUS so much more...
School has been crazy for the past few years, and this session is no different. So with kids going into their second month of school in most places now, we're going to go over what school is looking like as COVID-19 continues.School has been crazy for the past few years, and this session is no different. So with kids going into their second month of school in most places now, we're going to go over what school is looking like as COVID-19 continues.
We're talking masks, vaccines common questions from parents, and how the regular cold and flu system combined with COVID-19 is changing the game this season.
Joining us for this important discussion is Dr. Lauren Crosby. She is a nationally recognized parenting expert and pediatrician. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and is an Official Spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatrics.
She is a Pediatric Expert for television news, serves on the Board of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, is a medical reviewer for What to Expect, and is a Founding Member of Hope In A Suitcase. She is currently in practice at La Peer Pediatrics as well as the mother of two sons.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Is maple syrup better for you than sugar?
- High physical activity is linked to coronary artery calcium progression
- Step counts, how many is enough?
- More than 1/3 of children sleep less than recommended
- AI has been studied now for the diagnosis of breast cancer & bladder cancer
- Women are donating more organs
- PLUS so much more...
Social media can be addictive. For many of us, endless and endless scrolling dominates our lives, often creating a sense of depression, anxiety, and even loneliness.Social media can be addictive. For many of us, endless and endless scrolling dominates our lives, often creating a sense of depression, anxiety, and even loneliness. But should we completely unplug? Can’t we use social media for positive things as well?
All of these questions and more are discussed in Dr. Brian Primack's book You Are What You Click.
Social media expert, Brian Primack MD, PhD, makes the realist's argument that we do not need to give up social media, delete all of our online accounts, or discard our phones to live a healthier, happier life. Instead, in You Are What You Click, Primack shows us how what we are consuming online affects our well-being, and he gives us a personalized "tech diet" for enjoying a healthy relationship with social media.
Arming readers with new evidence-based research, this book teaches us why we aren't just feeling more alone and depressed because of our overconsumption of social media, but because we have yet to learn how to use this technology as a tool for inspiration, creativity, and connection.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- What helps your heart more: losing fat or gaining muscle?
- Do plant-based diets and time-restricted eating make a difference to your health?
- Number of states with obese populations doubles
- Multi generational study finds a link between ADHD & what?!
- Your diet could cut your odds for severe COVID-19
- New treatment options for sustained drop in BMI
- PLUS so much more...
Who doesn't love a great kiss? Every kiss is a cause for celebration, and our guest's book gets the lip-locking party started.Who doesn't love a great kiss? Every kiss is a cause for celebration, and our guest's book gets the lip-locking party started.
Kissing: Everything you Ever Wanted to Know About One of Life’s Sweetest Pleasures is for kissing aficionados everywhere. Kissing is a delightful love letter to the magic of this delicious indulgence. Filled with romance, humor, fun suggestions, and joie de vivre, it's a playful guide to puckering up. Readers will find this sweet, sexy guide full of surprising details, including tips and exercises for a "kissing makeover," kissing customs around the globe, true stories of first, best, worst, most unusual, and just plain unforgettable kisses, and some fun kissing games and new techniques
Andréa Demirjian is the author of Kissing and our guest today. She is fascinated by the romance and sensation of kissing from a very early age, and mixes her passion and pleasure for lip-to-lip, with the knowledge and insight acquired writing her book, and exchanges with professionals and lovers alike.
Through the experience, Andréa’s desire has very simply become – spread a little love with a kiss.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Diabetes occurs earlier in Black adults
- Postponing retirement keeps dementia at bay
- FDA bans the sale of a majority of e-cigarettes
- Vaping increases the risk of blood clots
- Do papaya seeds get rid of intestinal parasites?
- In low poverty areas, cervical cancer is predicted to be wiped out, but not in high poverty areas
- PLUS so much more...
Popular science suggests that this persistent, low-level anxiety is detrimental to our health, performance, and wellbeing. But what if our preoccupation with avoiding anxiety is costing us something?Popular science suggests that this persistent, low-level anxiety is detrimental to our health, performance, and wellbeing. But what if our preoccupation with avoiding anxiety is costing us something? What if we could learn how to harness the brain activation underlying our anxiety and make it work for us, turning it into superpowers?
In Good Anxiety, Dr. Wendy Suzuki unpacks the cutting-edge science that will help readers channel their anxiety for positive outcomes. This shift from bad to good anxiety accelerates focus and productivity, boosts performance, creates compassion, and fosters more creativity. These are some of the superpowers that come from learning how to channel good anxiety, making it infinitely more valuable than bad anxiety or even no anxiety at all!
Accessible, insightful, and life-changing, Good Anxiety, will transform our understanding and experience of everyday anxiety forever.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- How much coffee cuts the risk of heart disease and stroke?
- How your job can affect your heart health?
- More evidence ties gum disease, heart disease, and more
- Breakthrough COVID, more or less likely to end up as long haulers?
- Is pandemic stress causing a rise in eating disorders?
- The protein that keeps your memory sharp
- PLUS so much more...
Probiotics and gut health are all the rage these days. But what is the science behind their benefit? Today we dive into the data when it comes to pro and prebiotics with Mia Syn.Probiotics and gut health are all the rage these days. But what is the science behind their benefit? Today we dive into the data when it comes to pro and prebiotics with Mia Syn.
Mia Syn, RDN is a nationally recognized nutrition expert. Influenced by her former journalism professor, New York Times Best Selling Author of Omnivore’s Dilemma, Michael Pollan at the University of California, Berkeley, Mia turned her investigative knack into a scientific pursuit after falling in love with nutritional science.
This episode covers a range of gut health topics including immune and digestive health, fermented foods and supplements, TruBiotics, what are CFUs, and even a bit on vaccinations.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Getting healthy after a heart attack adds 7 years to your life
- Type 2 diabetes is soaring among Black and Hispanic youth
- Concerns about teen vaping, still hooking kids
- Heavy drinking in youth does harm arteries
- Is exercise good for people under chemo?
- Drinking and smoking after 1st trimester increases the chances of stillbirth
- PLUS so much more...
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Working the night shift raises odds for Atrial Fibrillation
- New genetic tech can fight inherited disease
- Diabetes and pregnancy on the rise
- Is carbon monoxide still a problem?
- Tree nut sensitization
- 20 seconds is the right number for hand washing
- Recall on some dog foods
- PLUS so much more...
Sleep disorders in children are on the rise. Experts have pronounced sleeplessness a "hidden health crisis" for young people, with 10% of children presenting with diagnosable sleep disorders—but well over half are misdiagnosed.Sleep disorders in children are on the rise. Experts have pronounced sleeplessness a "hidden health crisis" for young people, with 10% of children presenting with diagnosable sleep disorders—but well over half are misdiagnosed.
Every year, tens of thousands of children are treated for diseases such as diabetes, learning disorders, or chronic pain, when the real root cause of their ailment may actually be a sleep disorder for which they're not being treated.
In his new book THE RESTED CHILD: Why Your Tired, Wired, or Irritable Child May Have a Sleep Disorder-and How to Help, neurologist and sleep expert Dr. Chris Winter identifies the signs and symptoms of the most common sleep disorders affecting children today, and he empowers parents and caregivers to understand the steps necessary to address and treat their children's sleep problems.
From common issues such as too much screen time and night terrors to narcolepsy, sleep apnea, and more, The Rested Child leaves no stone unturned. This book pulls back the curtain on the relationship between poor sleep quality and pediatric epidemics related to psychiatric health, rising obesity, ADD/ADHD, pain disorders, and other undiagnosed disorders of sleepiness and fatigue.
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- 22.1% of US adults with chronic pain are now using opioids
- Low glycemic index diets are good for diabetics
- 50% of people polled have used telehealth services
- Diagnosing and treating early dementia
- How much do you think cancer diagnoses fell in the first 6 months of COVID?
- Dealing with sleep apnea
- The reversal of Lupus through cells
- PLUS so much more...
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Healthy, robust hearing is about music. It’s about laughter. It’s about stories. It’s about conversation. It’s about friends, and family, and relationships.Healthy, robust hearing is about music. It’s about laughter. It’s about stories. It’s about conversation. It’s about friends, and family, and relationships. It’s about your ability to think, remember, and understand. It is, in short, about the very things that make life worth living. And that, more than anything, is why treating hearing loss early and effectively really matters. You no longer have to suffer alone and in silence from hearing loss.
Americans spend a fortune on hearing aids every year – yet 25 percent of hearing aid users abandon them within 6 months because they are uncomfortable or don’t help.
This is what Dr. Mark J. Syms, an Arizona physician specializing in hearing disorders, dives into in his new book, Listen Up! A Physician’s Guide to Effectively Treating Your Hearing Loss.
Hear all about why medicare doesn't cover hearing aids, why it is so important to treat hearing loss, and how to motivate the loved ones in your life to seek the treatment they need.
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently issued a report showing a more than 1,300% increase in hepatitis A infections between 2015-2019.The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently issued a report showing a more than 1,300% increase in hepatitis A infections between 2015-2019. On the heels of the CDC report is AAA’s announcement that from May 27 through May 31 more than 37 million people are expected to travel 50 miles or more from home, an increase of 60% from last year. With summer travel about to swing into high gear, a piece discussing what travelers need to know about Hepatitis A and how to protect themselves before hitting the road.
Hepatitis A is a vaccine-preventable liver disease caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV). HAV is usually transmitted person-to-person through the fecal–oral route or through consumption of contaminated food or water. The majority of adults and older children with hepatitis
Signs and symptoms associated with hepatitis A can include the following: fever, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, dark urine, and clay-colored stools. Hepatitis A is a self-limited disease that does not result in chronic infection. The best way to prevent hepatitis A is by being vaccinated.
Dr. Robert Gish will tell us all about Hepatitis strains and their vaccines. Dr. Gish is an Adjunct Professor of Medicine at the University of Nevada School of Medicine in Las Vegas, a Clinical Professor at the University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine, and a Clinical Professor at the University of California Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. In addition, he is also the Medical Director of the Hepatitis B Foundation and Medical Director of the Asian Pacific Health Foundation.
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How Your Diet Affects Your Risk for Cancer
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- High sugar intake increases the risk for Alzheimer's
- Overlap between long-haul COVID & Alzheimer's
- The dangers of lead in children and its many sources
- Deaths from Alzheimer's are more common in rural areas
- Cognitive decline ups bone loss & fracture risk in women
- How many carbs should you eat to lose weight?
- PLUS so much more...
Want better health and nutrition? Now you can get personalized supplement recommendations and custom vitamin packs delivered to your door! Go to PersonaNutrition.com/Roizen and take your free assessment and get 50% off your order today. - sponsor
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- An adult male bear on Kodiak, AK eats more than 6,000 pounds of salmon a year
- Folks with a high level of fatty acid see increased life expectancy increase
- The power of colorful fruits
- Money gives you a longer life, less depression
- Can you eat dandelions?
- Don't eat undercooked chicken!!
- PLUS so much more...
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Women who experience acute aortic dissection—a spontaneous and catastrophic tear in one of the body’s main arteries—not only are older and have more advanced disease than men when they seek medical care, but they also are more likely to dieWomen who experience acute aortic dissection—a spontaneous and catastrophic tear in one of the body’s main arteries—not only are older and have more advanced disease than men when they seek medical care, but they also are more likely to die, according to research published online recently in The Annals of Thoracic Surgery.
Benjamin A. Youdelman, MD, from Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York, who was not directly involved in this research, explained that these variances in clinical presentation indicate that women may be waiting longer to seek medical care compared to men. This may be due to female patients being “stoic,” not considering their symptoms as signs of a significant problem, and not prioritizing their care.
Overall, female patients had increased mortality, although, in the last few years, mortality between the sexes was comparable, which suggests recent improvements in care. According to Dr. Gleason, better recognition, earlier diagnosis, faster and more efficient care delivery, new and improved surgical techniques—including brain perfusion and reconstruction procedures—and subsequent longitudinal surveillance have all contributed to more lives being saved.
Dr. Youdelman joins us today to discuss these findings, and how family medical history is a critically important factor for identifying patients at risk and saving lives.
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Rice University bioengineer Jordan Miller and his students cleared a major hurdle on the path to 3D printing replacement organs when they published a breakthrough technique for bioprinting "multivascular" tissues that was featured on the cover of the journal Science in 2019.Rice University bioengineer Jordan Miller and his students cleared a major hurdle on the path to 3D printing replacement organs when they published a breakthrough technique for bioprinting "multivascular" tissues that was featured on the cover of the journal Science in 2019.
Their innovation allows scientists to bioprint tissues with exquisitely entangled vascular networks for transporting blood, air, lymph, and other vital fluids. The work included a stunning proof-of-principle demonstration: a hydrogel model of a lung-mimicking air sac that was rhythmically filled and emptied of air, simulating inhalation and exhalation. A basket-like network of blood vessels surrounded the air sac but did not physically touch it. As deoxygenated blood flowed past the air sac, red blood cells became oxygenated from air that diffused from the sac to the nearby blood vessels.
Jordan joins us today to talk about these innovative movements forward.
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Busted ankle?! What's better: a cast or a brace?
- Ultra-processed food: Does it increase Crohn's & Colitis?
- Plant based, soy rich diets in menopausal women
- Late-life cognitive activity: How much does it delay dementia?
- Metabolic Syndrome: WHat to eat and what to avoid
- Alcohol has been tied to HOW MANY deaths?!?!
- PLUS so much more...
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- How to eat right and save money
- New prescribing instructions tighten the use of controversial Alzheimer's drug
- What are the best sources of protein
- How to follow a diabetes-friendly diet
- Colen Cancer is rising in younger people, especially women
- What does a school-based mindfulness program do to your child's teeth?
- PLUS so much more...
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There is good news for women aged 45 and over: A new research study shows that women can get prompt relief from the most severe and troubling menopause symptoms without drugs.
There is good news for women aged 45 and over: A new research study shows that women can get prompt relief from the most severe and troubling menopause symptoms without drugs.
As many as 80% of postmenopausal women suffer from hot flashes. Heat wells up from the chest, causing flushing, sweating, and chills. At night, hot flashes interfere with sleep. Estrogen-based medications were once routinely used to treat hot flashes but have been shown to increase the risk of breast cancer and other serious problems. Isoflavone extracts from soybeans work only modestly, leaving women and their doctors with few effective options.
A new study, published by the North American Menopause Society in the journal Menopause, found a powerful new diet approach that reduces moderate-to-severe hot flashes more than 80%, from nearly five per day to less than one per day. During the 12-week study, nearly 60% of women became totally free of moderate-to-severe hot flashes.
Dr. Neal Barnard is president of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, an Adjunct Professor at the George Washington University School of Medicine, and a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. In 2016, he founded Barnard Medical Center in Washington, D.C., to create a new model that integrates nutrition into conventional medical care. His federally funded diabetes research revolutionized the nutritional approaches to type 2 diabetes. He has written 20 books on nutrition and health.
He joins us today to talk more about this study.
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Rice University bioengineers collaborated on a six-year study that systematically analyzed how the surface architecture of breast implants influences the development of adverse effects, including an unusual type of lymphoma.
Rice University bioengineers collaborated on a six-year study that systematically analyzed how the surface architecture of breast implants influences the development of adverse effects, including an unusual type of lymphoma.
Every year, about 400,000 people receive silicone breast implants in the United States. According to FDA data, most of those implants need to be replaced within 10 years due to the buildup of scar tissue and other complications.
Omid Veiseh, an assistant professor of bioengineering at Rice who began the research six years ago during a postdoctoral fellowship at MIT. His lab focuses on developing and studying biocompatible materials, said he is particularly excited about the discovery that surface architecture can be tuned to reduce host immune responses and fibrosis to breast implants.
He joins us to talk more about these findings.
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Things that can help you with unexplained weight loss
- Why sleep and exercise interact to improve your odds for a long, healthy life
- Late-night snacks that wreck your diet
- Most Americans don't follow cancer prevention diets, even after they have cancer
- A new drug shows real promise against Celiac Disease
- Only 40% of those with severe asthma see a specialist
- PLUS so much more...
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Summer is HERE which means more time spent outdoors - sports, camp, beaches, exercise, and more! The risk of heat illness increases dramatically in summer due to this.Summer is HERE which means more time spent outdoors - sports, camp, beaches, exercise, and more! The risk of heat illness increases dramatically in summer due to this.
Heat illness is a spectrum of disorders due to environmental exposure to heat. It includes minor conditions such as heat cramps, heat syncope or fainting from the heat, and heat exhaustion as well as the more severe condition known as heat stroke.
We have tips from MedStar Health’s Dr. Korin Hudson, an emergency room physician and one of the official team physicians to the Washington Capitals and the Washington Wizards, to help keep you safe and cool this summer!
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Cannabis isn't recommended by pain specialists for pain therapy
- Migraines are tied to higher complication rates in pregnancy
- Drinking coffee cuts your risk of liver disease and more
- The biggest decline in life expectancy occurred in the last year SINCE 1918
- Eli Lilly got the fast track from FDA for their Alzheimer's drug
- Health systems saw a drop in antibiotics last year
- PLUS so much more...
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Stand up for your feet. That is the message from David Armstrong, DPM, Ph.D., a member of the Society for Vascular Surgery and a podiatric surgeon.Stand up for your feet. That is the message from David Armstrong, DPM, Ph.D., a member of the Society for Vascular Surgery and a podiatric surgeon.
To keep feet healthy, Dr. Armstrong recommends people look at their feet daily or have someone do it for them. Check for ulcers or wounds, for redness, swelling, or an ingrown toenail, as well as any wound bleeding into the sock. He joins us today to talk about foot health, diabetes, and more.
Dr. Armstrong is a Professor of Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and co-director of the USC Limb Preservation Program. He has produced more than 510 peer-reviewed research papers in dozens of medical journals as well as over 90 book chapters, is co-editor of the American Diabetes Association’s Clinical Care of the Diabetic Foot, now in its third edition, and was the first podiatric surgeon to become a member of the Society of Vascular Surgery.
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Lifelong exercise ends up in big healthcare savings
- Western and proinflammatory diets increase your risk of gout
- Colds & common viruses are back, especially among kids
- Could statins raise your dementia risk?
- Dirty air in pregnancy raises your child's obesity risk
- Privacy concerns when you use a mobile health app
- Mold a big threat to people with COPD
- PLUS so much more...
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University of California, Irvine biologists have developed a new genetically engineered mouse model that, unlike its predecessors, is based on the most common form of Alzheimer’s disease (AD).University of California, Irvine biologists have developed a new genetically engineered mouse model that, unlike its predecessors, is based on the most common form of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). The advance holds promise for making new strides against the neurodegenerative disease as cases continue to soar. Their study appears in the journal, Nature Communications.
While over 170 Alzheimer’s mouse models have been in use since the 1990s, those models mimic early-onset AD, also known as “familial AD,” which accounts for less than 5 percent of total AD cases. Until recently, scientists introduced mutations found in familial risk human genes, such as and presenilin 1, into the mouse genome to generate the mouse models. The UCI team decided to take a new approach by developing a mouse model better positioned to analyze the causes of late-onset AD. Also called “sporadic AD,” this new model encompasses the remaining 95 percent of cases.
Professor Frank LaFerla is the study’s co-senior author, the Dean of the UC Irvine School of Biological Sciences, and a Chancellor’s Professor in the Department of Neurobiology and Behavior. He is the Director of the NIH-funded Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center and Co-Director of the NIH consortium called MODEL-AD. He joins us today to talk about his findings.
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- 30% of heart attack victims are smokers
- Which is healthier: brown or white rice?
- US suicide rates in teen girls are up 80% during the pandemic
- A new program to tackle prescription overload
- There is no metabolically healthy obesity
- Women are now overdrinking as much as men
- PLUS so much more...
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If you want to live a high-performance life, you need to treat yourself like a high-performance vehicle! If you drove a Porsche or Ferrari, would you fill the tank with low-quality gasoline, take it off-roading, or leave it out in a hailstorm?
If you want to live a high-performance life, you need to treat yourself like a high-performance vehicle! If you drove a Porsche or Ferrari, would you fill the tank with low-quality gasoline, take it off-roading, or leave it out in a hailstorm? Of course not! You'd buy premium motor oil and get the engine tuned! Why don't you treat yourself that way? The good news is that it is possible to boost your horsepower and performance!
Why Can’t I Keep Up Anymore?, is by award-winning practitioner, best-selling author, and frequent guest expert on ABC, CBS, NBC, and Fox, Deborah Matthew, MD. Dr. Deb discusses stress-related physical, and sexual decline; the age-related decline of testosterone, and its impact on ED; the latest medical & non-medical, and nutritional treatments for sexual dysfunction; and the role of estrogen in a man’s life.
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Blood sugar tests using sweat not blood
- 19% of heart attack survivors develop heart failure within 5 years
- As COVID dissipates, cod & flu viruses are back
- If your family has a history of dementia, you are 72% more likely to get it as well
- Losing weight can beat diabetes and also help the heart
- PLUS so much more...
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Does a daily cup of coffee cut your risk of diabetes?
- What's the best way to support your ankles during exercise?
- Diet pill abuse in children
- Restrictions eased in the use of embryos in research
- Nitrogen dioxide may up your risk for Parkinson's Disease
- Does sleeping naked help you sleep better?
- PLUS so much more...
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Bladder incontinence affects as much as half of the female population, yet many are too embarrassed to seek help.
Bladder incontinence affects as much as half of the female population, yet many are too embarrassed to seek help. MIND OVER BLADDER: A Step-By-Step Guide To Achieving Continence offers an informative, easy-to-understand guide that will give women back their freedom and help them regain control over their bladder.
Supported by extensive clinical research, the book demystifies a frightening medical problem and acquaints the reader with all available therapies. It seeks to educate women of all ages on the many causes of incontinence and the variety of treatment options available.
Today, Dr. Jill Maura Rabin joins us on the show. She is the author of MIND OVER BLADDER, an award-winning physician, and Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra Northwell.
As a physician, Dr. Rabin is passionate about improving the lives of women by providing them with quality healthcare and up-to-the-minute medical information. As a teacher, she is dedicated to enhancing and enriching the medical education of her students through progressive curriculum development and active membership. It is her firm belief that empowered patients and compassionate, well-prepared physicians can work together to greatly improve women's health.
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The pandemic may be causing many Americans to have second thoughts about nursing homes, with occupancy rates falling to a record low level in February 2021. If this trend continues, more people will likely be able to die at home, something that 80 percent of Americans say they would prefer.The pandemic may be causing many Americans to have second thoughts about nursing homes, with occupancy rates falling to a record low level in February 2021. If this trend continues, more people will likely be able to die at home, something that 80 percent of Americans say they would prefer.
In addition to professional caregivers, hospice care, and death doulas, one organization is training people in skills that were once handed down from grandparents just a century ago: how to care for a loved one at end-of-life.
Suzanne O’Brien, a hospice nurse, saw firsthand how family members were often paralyzed with fear that they would do something to harm their loved ones as they were caring for them at end-of-life. O’Brien has made it her life mission to change that. Since 2010, she has trained more than 100,000 people in basic end-of-life caregiving skills, including an average of 3,000 people who attend her free monthly training on Zoom, and is also proud Founder and Creator of the award-winning program Doulagivers: End of Life Doula Training, Eldercare Doula Training, and Doulagiver Care Consultant Training.
She tells us all about how she got into this work, what the system looks like now, the ability to die at home, and why these are important skills to have.
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- A poor diet increases your risk of dying from heart disease
- Good bugs lower your risk of arthritis
- Elections are tough on American's hearts
- A new invention speeds up walking pace
- Healthy living prevents dementia
- Urinary incontinence is high among women
- PLUS so much more...
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- What physical activity means to your overall wellbeing
- Are there health benefits to using liquid chlorophyll?
- High cholesterol foods
- Head injuries due to biking plummet for kids, but not adults!
- Is the rise in liver damage due to drinking more during quarantine?
- Prescription sleep pills
- Do gummy vitamins work as well as regular ones?
- PLUS so much more...
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By college age, 66 to 85 percent of all people have been impacted by trauma, and for those who have trouble processing difficult circumstances, the results can be devastating — even leading to crime, addiction, anger, or anxiety.
By college age, 66 to 85 percent of all people have been impacted by trauma, and for those who have trouble processing difficult circumstances, the results can be devastating — even leading to crime, addiction, anger, or anxiety.
In his new book, Post-Traumatic Thriving: The Art, Science, & Stories of Resilience, Dr. Randall Bell, a California resident, shares a step-by-step approach (in plain English) that can help readers navigate trauma and eventually heal.
No stranger to how harsh the world is, Dr. Bell has consulted in more tragedies around the world than anyone. He was retained for the World Trade Center, Flight 93, Sandy Hook, BP Oil Spill, Hurricane Katrina, the Bikini Atoll Nuclear Test sites, the BP Oil spill, the Northridge earthquake, OJ Simpson, Jon Benet Ramsey, Heaven's Gate, and hundreds of other cases. He has been retained by the Federal Governments of the United States, Canada, and Australia to help resolve numerous crises, and his work has generated billions of dollars to rebuild damaged communities.
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Is coffee good for your liver?
- Breathing other people smoke can raise your odds for heart failure
- Don't pass the salt! New benchmarks for sodium intake
- 6 lifestyle changes to prevent heart disease
- Could high-dose fish oil raise your odds for atrial fibrillation?
- 1 in 4 US teens has had a concussion
- Can B-12 shots help me lose weight?
- PLUS so much more...
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True well-being isn’t hard to find. You just have to know where to look.True well-being isn’t hard to find. You just have to know where to look. In her book, Annie Daly tours Jamaica, Norway, Hawai'i, Japan, India, and Brazil, sharing a diverse array of philosophies, lifestyles, and practices for better living.
Fed up with the commercialization of the wellness industry after working in it for years, Annie embarked on an inspiring adventure through some of the world's happiest and healthiest cities and villages to find out what we can learn from them. Whether she's hiking along gorgeous fjords in Norway to see why Norwegians are so dedicated to getting outside, soothing her spirit with Hawaiian saltwater cleanses, or learning about the importance Brazilians place on community, Annie combines on-the-ground reporting with heartful personal narrative to share the global lessons, philosophies, and customs that prove that wellness is not about the products—it's about the way you live your life.
Annie joins us today to talk about her book and her travels, how wellness has become a commodity to many Americans, the power of saunas, and how to truly YOLO.
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Studies have estimated that 1 of every 162 children (0.6%) have Tourette's Syndrome (TS).Studies have estimated that 1 of every 162 children (0.6%) have Tourette's Syndrome (TS). A CDC study using parent reports found that 1 of every 360 (0.3%) children 6 – 17 years of age in the US have received a diagnosis of TS; this is about 138,000 children.
The Tourette Association of America (TAA) is working hard to increase social acceptance and tolerance for people with Tourette Syndrome. People with Tourette Syndrome have long been misunderstood and mocked for their uncontrollable symptoms which can lead to long-term effects on their mental health. It is estimated that 1 million Americans are living with Tourette Syndrome or a Tic Disorder – and an alarming 50% are going undiagnosed. The complexities of this disorder leave the community misunderstood, overlooked, and mocked for their uncontrollable symptoms.
Amanda Talty is theCEO/President of The Tourette Association of America and joins us today to tell us more about her role with the organization, working to reduce stigmas around Tourette's, ticks and picking up on possible signs of the syndrome in children.
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Dr. Roizen answers listener questions about COVID-19
- Get your COVID-19 vaccine!!
- Is there any benefit to apple cider vinegar?
- How well does CBD work for pain relief?
- Digestive enzymes 101
- Know your blood pressure
- PLUS so much more...
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Are energy drinks for kids a good idea?!
- Want your kid to learn something new? Sign yourself up too!
- What's for lunch? Often, its what your coworkers have
- What happens when you sleep too little in middle age?
- The younger you are at your first drink/drug use, it is more likely you will get addicted
- PLUS so much more...
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Your Time to Thrive is a book to help improve your life by taking 'microsteps' instead of making huge or dramatic changes all at once.Your Time to Thrive is a book to help improve your life by taking 'microsteps' instead of making huge or dramatic changes all at once, encouraging small and manageable actions instead of committing to run 3 miles every day (or some other dramatic and scary challenge).
Helping people build healthy new habits that improve their lives is more important than ever. Arianna Huffington launched Thrive Global to do just that–Thrive’s specific mission is to end the epidemic of stress and burnout and help individuals and companies unlock their greatest potential. Science continues to show that we don’t have to sacrifice our well-being in order to succeed; in fact, it turns out that well-being is critical to peak performance. Learning to thrive means:
· Moving from awareness to action – from knowing what to do to actually doing it
· Embracing solutions that appeal to wisdom, wonder, intuition, reflection, and are steeped in science
· Taking the time to rest and recover in order to fuel and maximize productivity, both personal and professional
· Making the mindset shifts and habit changes that supercharge performance in ways that truly matter to us
Marina Khidekel is the author of this book, she is Thrive Global's Head of Content Development, bringing Thrive's corporate and consumer audiences compelling multimedia storytelling and actionable, science-backed advice to help lower stress and improve well-being. She has also been a top editor for national media outlets including Women's Health, Glamour, and Cosmopolitan.
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Everything you need to know about spaghetti squash
- Warmer climate, more pollen, worse allergies
- What you should know about sugar alcohols
- Lifestyle changes to ease back pain
- Can ultrasound help you fight prostate cancer and avoid other surgeries?
- COVID-19 booster shots are likely
- PLUS so much more...
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New research shows that people who experience big dips in blood sugar levels, several hours after eating, end up feeling hungrier and consuming hundreds of more calories during the day than others.New results from PREDICT, the largest ongoing nutritional research program in the world that looks at responses to food in real-life settings, show that people who experience big dips in blood sugar levels, several hours after eating, end up feeling hungrier and consuming hundreds of more calories during the day than others.
Published last month in Nature Metabolism, the research team at health science company ZOE found why some people struggle to lose weight, even on calorie-controlled diets, and highlight the importance of understanding personal metabolism when it comes to diet and health.
The research team collected detailed data about blood sugar responses and other markers of health from 1,070 people after eating standardized breakfasts and freely chosen meals over a two-week period, adding up to more than 8,000 breakfasts and 70,000 meals in total. The standard breakfasts were based on muffins containing the same amount of calories but varying in composition in terms of carbohydrates, protein, fat, and fibre. Participants also carried out a fasting blood sugar response test (oral glucose tolerance test), to measure how well their body processes sugar.
Tim Spector joins us today to tell us more about this study and its use of twins to explore eating habits. He is a Professor of Genetic Epidemiology at King’s College London and a scientific co-founder of ZOE.
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- The best and worst bedtime snacks
- Diabetes mortality rates
- Shelter in place orders lead to weight gain
- Why are there so many new cancer diagnoses once you turn 65?
- Are potatoes good or bad for you?
- Genetic testing can make your cancer treatment more effective
- PLUS so much more...
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PanTheryx, Inc. was founded to create a colostrum-based solution for occasional or acute pediatric infectious diarrhea, the second leading killer of children under the age of five in the developing world.
PanTheryx, Inc. was founded to create a colostrum-based solution for occasional or acute pediatric infectious diarrhea, the second leading killer of children under the age of five in the developing world. In 2016, PanTheryx acquired APS BioGroup, Inc. and La Belle Associates, Inc. – two of the world’s leading suppliers of bovine colostrum – making PanTheryx the largest global producer of colostrum.
Today, with more than 35 years of experience and a proven record of product performance and reliability, PanTheryx is delivering high-quality bovine colostrum to dietary supplement, food, and beverage manufacturers for human and animal nutrition throughout the world to help nourish the lives of humans and animals.
Joining us today to tell us more about this is Harry Oken, M.D., practicing internist in Columbia, MD, adjunct professor at the University of Maryland, and a scientific advisor at PanTheryx
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Pandemic permission letting people eat unhealthy, standing, more than we should
- Anti-inflammatory foods you should be eating
- Higher cardiovascular health scores tied to lower risk of cardiovascular events
- Heart disease is gaining on cancers as the leading cause of death in young women
- There is a great new drug for esophageal cancer
- Can restless leg syndrome affect other parts of your body?
- PLUS so much more...
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Before reaching for pharmacy tablets, consider NVNS for fast-acting pain relief for a variety of symptoms.Before reaching for pharmacy tablets, consider NVNS for fast-acting pain relief for a variety of symptoms. A new non-drug alternative to pharmaceutical approaches, non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation (NVNS) therapy uses a gentle electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve, one of the body’s main communication pathways, to safely and effectively block pain signals.
The vagus nerve is key to regulating how the brain and body understand pain. For migraine sufferers, a gentle, non-invasive, electrical stimulation to this nerve can mean the prevention and treatment of their headache. Dr. Staats will discuss how the vagus impacts the body, the science behind its relationship to headaches, and why migraine sufferers can’t get enough of the latest at-home, noninvasive treatments safely utilizing this powerful nerve.
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Fish oil supplements lower the risk of heart disease in those with a specific genetic makeup
- Cardiovascular risk in early adulthood tied to later cognitive decline
- Get a variety of fermented food
- 3 reasons you crave salty or sweet food
- Get The COVID 19 vaccine!!
- PLUS so much more...
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There's a good chance that you are guilty of googling some ailment you have, or searching about a pain in your body that WebMD tells you is much more serious than it actually is.
There's a good chance that you are guilty of googling some ailment you have, or searching about a pain in your body that WebMD tells you is much more serious than it actually is.
In the new book Searching for Health, Dr. Kapil Parakh, with Anna Dirksen, brings to life knowledge he gained from working at Google and practicing medicine. Helping readers avoid common pitfalls, get the information they need, and partner effectively with their health team to figure out a path to good health together, the book distills decades of scientific research into a set of easy-to-follow tips.
Dr. Kapil Parakh joins us today to share some of these tips with us. He is a practicing cardiologist who trained at Johns Hopkins, works at Google. There, he has spearheaded efforts to provide high-quality health information to over a billion users.
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Switching to a plant-based diet can cut your odds of strokes
- Life expectancy is down for those without a college degree
- How healthy is sparkling or mineral water?
- Smoking is heading towards extinction in the US
- Real Water alkaline water caused non viral hepatitis outbreak
- PLUS so much more...
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Just over 125,000 years ago, humanity nearly went extinct until a dramatic shift occurred--fossil records suggest that suddenly Homo sapiens displayed new behaviors like tracking the tides and eating the nearby oysters. Before long, they'd pulled themselves back from the brink of extinction.
Just over 125,000 years ago, humanity nearly went extinct until a dramatic shift occurred--fossil records suggest that suddenly Homo sapiens displayed new behaviors like tracking the tides and eating the nearby oysters. Before long, they'd pulled themselves back from the brink of extinction.
In A History of the Human Brain, Bret Stetka takes us on this far-reaching journey, explaining exactly how our most mysterious organ developed. From the brain’s improbable, watery beginnings to the marvel that sits in the head of homosapiens today, Stetka covers an astonishing progression, even tackling future brainy frontiers such as epigenetics and CRISPR.
Bret Stetka is an Editorial Director at Medscape.com—the professional division of WebMD.com. He is a non-practicing physician and a freelance health and science journalist for a variety of print and online publications. He is a graduate of the University of Virginia School of Medicine.
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Pandemic stress has Americans gaining weight
- Yearly lung cancer screens for younger patients
- 1 in 5 healthcare workers report mental health conditions
- Physical activity improves outcomes with Kidney Disease
- Depression rates are increasing among college students
- Opioid addiction different in men and women
- THC from pot lingers in breast milk for 6 weeks
- PLUS so much more...
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Dr. Jennifer Ashton—the Chief Medical Correspondent at ABC News covering breaking medical news for Good Morning America and GMA3: What You Need to Know—comes a doctor’s guide to finding resilience in the time of COVID while staying safe and sane in a rapidly changing world.Dr. Jennifer Ashton—the Chief Medical Correspondent at ABC News covering breaking medical news for Good Morning America and GMA3: What You Need to Know—comes a doctor’s guide to finding resilience in the time of COVID while staying safe and sane in a rapidly changing world.
In March 2020, “normal” life changed, perhaps forever. In its place, we were confronted with life and routines that were unusual and different: the new normal. As we’ve all learned since then, the new normal isn’t just about wearing masks and standing six feet apart—it’s about recognizing how to stay safe and sane in a world that is suddenly unfamiliar. And no one understands this evolving landscape better than Dr. Jennifer Ashton. As ABC’s Chief Medical Correspondent, Dr. Ashton has been reporting on the novel coronavirus daily, helping Americans comprehend the urgent medical updates that have shaped the nation’s continued response to this public health crisis.
Now in The New Normal, Dr. Ashton offers the essential toolkit for life in this unfamiliar reality. Listen as Dr. Ashton and Dr. Roizen catch up, reflect on the pandemic, and talk about what changes might stick around once we're out on the other side.
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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Salt Sugar Fat comes an exposé of how the processed food industry exploits our evolutionary instincts, the emotions we associate with food, and legal loopholes in their pursuit of profit over public health.From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Salt Sugar Fat comes an exposé of how the processed food industry exploits our evolutionary instincts, the emotions we associate with food, and legal loopholes in their pursuit of profit over public health.
Everyone knows how hard it can be to maintain a healthy diet. But what if some of the decisions we make about what to eat are beyond our control? Is it possible that food is addictive, like drugs or alcohol? And to what extent does the food industry know, or care, about these vulnerabilities? In Hooked, Pulitzer Prize–winning investigative reporter Michael Moss sets out to answer these questions—and to find the true peril in our food.
Moss uses the latest research on addiction to uncover what the scientific and medical communities—as well as food manufacturers—already know: that food, in some cases, is even more addictive than alcohol, cigarettes, and drugs. Our bodies are hardwired for sweets, so food giants have developed fifty-six types of sugar to add to their products, creating in us the expectation that everything should be cloying; we’ve evolved to prefer fast, convenient meals, hence our modern-day preference for ready-to-eat foods.
The book talks all about the legal battles, insidious marketing campaigns, and cutting-edge food science that have brought us to our current public health crisis, Hooked lays out all that the food industry is doing to exploit and deepen our addictions, and shows us why what we eat has never mattered more.
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Regular mammography reduces breast cancer mortality risks
- What are the health benefits of eating sprouts?
- Why are some foods so addictive?
- Heart failure mortality up in rural communities
- What you should know about microsleep
- Can you be TOO old for a hip replacement?
- Is vaping pot worse than vaping tobacco?
- 10 COVID lifestyle changes that might stick around
- PLUS so much more...
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- More young women are dying of heart disease and colorectal cancer
- What causes cold sores to flare?
- If you routinely sleep less than 5 hours a night, it increases your dementia risk
- Study challenges Mediterranean diet and says vegan is better
- Don't eat simple sugars, especially not at night
- Are thyroid issues causing your acne?
- Do you need to do a yearly physical?
- PLUS so much more...
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Nearly 200 million Americans consider themselves sports fans, yet very little attention has been paid to what that does to us.Nearly 200 million Americans consider themselves sports fans, yet very little attention has been paid to what that does to us.
The new book Fans, by New York Times Bestselling author and award-winning journalist Larry Olmsted, takes a deep and fun dive into the world of sports fans to learn how being a fan impacts us, both individually and collectively as a nation. Citing fascinating new studies on sports fandom, Olmsted makes the case that the more you identify with a sports team, the better your social, psychological, and physical health is; the more meaningful your relationships are, and the more connected and happier you are.
Larry Olmstedis an award-winning journalist who has been a visiting professor at Dartmouth College, where he taught nonfiction writing. He is the author of the New York Times bestseller Real Food / Fake Food and Getting into Guinness, a history of the Guinness Book of World Records, a book for which he broke three world records himself while researching.
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- A new drug brings major weight loss in obese patients
- Avoid snake oil foods (Egg yolks are key)
- Portion control: What you need to know
- How MERC, a vaccine titan, lost the COVID race
- Many US adults arent getting healthy amounts of fruits & vegetables
- One major side effect of drinking alcohol every day
- Nothin to sneeze at: Global warming triggers earlier pollen
- PLUS so much more...
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The recent death of famous and beloved actor Chadwick Boseman put more spotlight on colorectal cancer in young adults.The recent death of famous and beloved actor Chadwick Boseman put more spotlight on colorectal cancer in young adults. Researchers are studying what is at the root of the disturbing trend, but it is still under review.
In the meantime, it’s important for young adults to be aware that colorectal cancer incidence is increasing in young adults, to know what symptoms may need to be investigated, and to be an advocate for themselves if they suspect something is wrong with their health.
Colorectal cancer diagnoses have been rapidly increasing in younger individuals, even those in their 20s and 30s. While there's no clear answer as to why this is occurring, there are multiple factors to weigh.
Dr. David Liska joins us in this episode to discuss these considerations and how Cleveland Clinic is treating younger patients with this disease. He is the Director of the Center for Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer at Cleveland Clinic.
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Tell a stranger that you talk to yourself, and you’re likely to get written off as eccentric. But the truth is that we all have a voice in our head that powerfully influences how we live our lives. In this time of instability and skyrocketing anxiety, it’s more important than ever to know how to manage this voice to rein in our worrying so it's helpful but not debilitating.
In his profound and practical book, CHATTER: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It, acclaimed psychologist Ethan Kross, one of the world’s leading experts on controlling the conscious mind, explores the silent conversations we have with ourselves and how we can move from anxiety to confidence by harnessing our inner voice.
Interweaving groundbreaking behavioral and brain research from his own lab with real-world case studies—from a pitcher who forgets how to pitch to a Harvard undergrad negotiating her double life as a spy—Kross explains why our attempts to control the conversations we have with ourselves succeed or fail and how these inner monologues can shape our lives, work, and relationships. He warns that giving in to negative and disorienting self-talk—what he calls “chatter”—can tank our health, sink our moods, strain our social connections, and cause us to fold under pressure.
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How Your Diet Affects Your Risk for Cancer
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Some baby food may contain toxic metal
- Daily green tea & coffee lower second heart attacks & strokes
- Some Americans can't cut back on salt, why?
- Heart-healthy formula vitamins, are they good for you?
- Are there any health benefits to drinking a gallon of water a day?
- Why you should get a colonoscopy
- PLUS so much more...
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Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.
- Coffee decreases breast cancer & prostate cancer
- Strict low carb diets could push diabetes into remission
- "Fit but fat" is a myth when it comes to heart health
- Marijuana abuse by children with mood disorders increases suicide attempts
- Delay Parkinson's with this diet
- How big a factor is fried food in heart disease and stroke?
- Hypertension during pregnancy? Work on preventing cognitive decline
- PLUS so much more...
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At New York University’s Langone Fertility Center, the data confirms: there’s been a 32% increase in women freezing their eggs since June.
At New York University’s Langone Fertility Center, the data confirms: there’s been a 32% increase in women freezing their eggs since June.
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to halt plans for people around the world, women are thinking about their fertility future and taking family planning into their own hands.
Dr. Shannon DeVore shares with us this episode the science behind egg and embryo freezing and how this technology has advanced in the last several decades. Dr. DeVore, who is board-certified in both Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and Obstetrics and Gynecology, is a member of the renowned NYU Fertility Center Team in NYC.
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