The Dr. Amy Show: Recent Episodes
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In this episode of "The Dr. Amy Show", Dr. Amy breaks down text neck and other health related issues caused by everyday technology.
In this episode Dr. Amy 'FINALLY' talks about Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, and Heart Attacks.
In this episode, Dr. Amy answers the question "what actually happens to our body when you get adjusted? And, what’s that popping sound that happens during my treatment? Dr. Amy is here to answer all your burning questions – and more.
In this episode, Dr. Amy discusses a couple different symptomatic processes that happen in our body on a normal basis and is it the wrong way or right what for your body to heal.
In this episode Dr. Amy breaks down the three lies you've told about aging and how Chiropractic can help the aging process.
In this Episode Dr. Amy discusses why nerve damage is commonly thought of as a complication of diabetes, but it can also result after an injury. The nerves that are most likely to be damaged tend to be in your arms, feet, and hands, although other parts of the body may also be affected.
Is this episode Dr. Amy discusses the Florida water crisis and the complex issues involving a range of environmental, political, and social factors.
In this episode Dr. Amy breaks down what diabetes and dementia have in common? Studies have shown that type 2 diabetes can be a risk factor for Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia and other types of dementia.
Is this episode Dr. Amy details the five ways stress can be dangerous and potentially fatal, depending on how it's managed and an individual's circumstances and health. Chronic stress can lead to long-term activation of the body's stress response system, which can disrupt almost all bodily processes. This can lead to toxic levels of stress hormones like cortisol, which can interfere with learning and memory, lower immune function and bone density, and increase blood pressure, cholesterol, and heart disease.
In his episode Dr. Amy uncovers the myths of age old health and wellness recommendations.
In the latest episode Dr. Amy discusses heatstroke, hair loss and happiness and how all three are related.
Is this episode Dr. Amy discusses the various problems with the thyroid including a variety of disorders that can result in the gland producing too little thyroid hormone (hypothyroidism) or too much (hyperthyroidism). Thyroid disorders can affect heart rate, mood, energy level, metabolism, bone health, pregnancy and many other functions.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses POOPING!!!, the 9 most common digestive disorders, the common symptoms, standard treatments and natural alternatives to standard treatment.
In this episode Dr. Amy welcomes special guest Dr. Kim to discuss how chiropractic care, including manual therapy, can be effective in treating cervicogenic and tension headaches. Studies have also shown that chiropractic care can help decrease the intensity and frequency of migraines.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses why magnesium is an incredibly important mineral, involved in over 300 different processes within the human body. It plays a significant role in our nerves and muscles which are large parts of Chiropractic care.
Shockingly, almost 40% of Americans could be deficient in daily magnesium intake, even worse in older ages.
In this episode Dr. Amy goes through every level of your spine and what symptoms can be associated with each level of the spine.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses alternatives to everyday suntan lotions and discusses how grounding yourself in nature promotes whole body wellness.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses the Sunshine Vitamin...Vitamin D which your body makes from cholesterol when your skin is exposed to sunlight. She explains symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency and ways to maintain healthy levels.
Dr. Amy continues the conversation on how Chiropractic can help maintain your Health and Wellness.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses way Chiropractic can help with a wide range of health issues.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses the discs that cushion the bones (vertebrae) that form the spine. These discs are round, like small pillows, with a tough, outer layer (annulus) that surrounds the nucleus. Located between each of the vertebra in the spinal column, discs act as shock absorbers for the spinal bones.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses the concept of health as a balance between a person and the environment, the unity of soul and body, and the natural origin of disease, and how Chiropractic can help maintain a healthy balance between your body and environment.
Happy New Year! By now, the hustle and bustle and stress of the holiday season is behind us. You have probably spent weeks shopping, gift-giving, and visiting with friends and family – mostly time spent focusing on everyone else. Now, with the New Year upon us, it is time to focus on you. As we think of New Year’s resolutions, we naturally reflect on how we can better ourselves and contemplate changes to make that happen. In this Episode Dr. Amy discusses ways Chiropractic can help you achieve your 2024 health and wellness goals.
In this episode Dr. Amy shares ways to brighten the holidays by making your health a priority.
In this episode Dr. Amy starts the discussion on the ten things that can destroy your health during the holiday season. With the holiday season fast approaching, people across the United States are finalizing travel plans or racing through grocery stores in search of the perfect turkey, but there's another plan Dr. Amy wants you to consider ahead of the holiday season: how to stay healthy and avoid the holiday "BLUES".
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses how arthritis pain can strike earlier than you think. And shares arthritis information everyone needs to know.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses how an ancient Mexican tribe can run without pain well into old age. Plus, how knee pain and the sciatic nerve are connected.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses sciatica which is pain from irritation of the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is commonly the result of a compressed nerve in the lower spine but can cause symptoms throughout the back and legs.
Dr. Amy explains the term “sciatica” is often confused with general back pain. However, sciatica is not just limited to the back. The sciatic nerve is the longest and widest nerve in the human body. It runs from the lower back, through the buttocks, and down the legs, ending just below the knee.
Dr. Amy shares her thoughts on the continuing water crisis in Florida, who's to blame, the effects on our environment, health, and well-being.
Because nerve damage can have many silent symptoms, it often goes undiagnosed in the early stages. And if you’ve never experienced nerve pain before, you may not even recognize the other signs. In this episode Dr. Amy discusses how visiting a Chiropractor to check whether any discomfort you’re feeling is an underlying cause of nerve damage is crucial.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses how a little stress can actually be a good thing. In small spurts, it's what motivates you to prep for a major test or work presentation, or makes your palms go sweaty in anticipation of a first date. And how too much stress, on the other hand, can be overwhelming emotionally – and even detrimental to your physical health.
In this episode Dr. Amy gets real about what happens to your body after you get adjusted.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses the long term effects of prescription drugs including, anxiety. changes in appearance (weight loss or weight gain, damage to the heart, kidneys, liver and brain, and many more devastating impacts on the body.
Testosterone plays an important role in many aspects of your health, from sexual function to disease risk. In this episode Dr. Amy discusses how actions such as lifting weights can help you improve your testosterone levels naturally.
Dr. Kim joins the show to share her "Big Why" chiropractic with Dr. Amy and how persistent headaches started Dr. Kim down the road to becoming a Chiropractor.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses the 9 ways you can help your chronic pain naturally. She gives you the definition of chronic pain and how most chronic pain comes from the spine.
Also, all the things you can do to avoid opioids and help your pain naturally.
In this episode Dr. Amy dives into the conditions related to Parkinson's Disease and Bell's Palzy and how one disease can precede the other.
In 1996, the Federal Communications Commission, or FCC, adopted exposure guidelines that limited the intensity of exposure to radiofrequency radiation.
These guidelines were designed to prevent significant heating of tissue from short-term exposure to radiofrequency radiation, not to protect us from the effects of long-term exposure to low levels of modulated, or pulsed, radiofrequency radiation, which is produced by cellphones, cordless phones and other wireless devices, including Wi-Fi.
In this episode Dr. Amy dives into the preponderance of research published since 1990 that finds adverse biologic and health effects from long-term exposure to radiofrequency radiation, including DNA damage.
Vitamin D deficiency means that you are not getting enough vitamin D to stay healthy.
In this episode Dr. Amy explains how your body forms vitamin D naturally after exposure to sunlight. But too much sun exposure can lead to skin aging and skin cancer, and other issues related to low Vitamin D levels.
In addition to the fact that taking Acid Reflux Meds do not fix the real cause of acid reflux, they also carry some serious risks, especially when taken beyond packaging instructions. In this episode Dr. Amy covers the problems caused by acid reduction medication leading to bacterial overgrowth. Other consequences include reduced nutrient absorption, increased risk of infection, and increased risk of cancer and other diseases.
Coconut oil has grown in popularity in recent years, amid claims that it can do everything from supporting weight loss to slowing the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
Many manufacturers have begun to use coconut oil in packaged products, and many people use it for cooking. In this episode Dr. Amy discusses the benefits of Coconut Oil and how with proper nutrition and exercise it can lead to a healthy lifestyle.
At least 70 million adults in the United States deal with some type of chronic pain. In fact, low back pain is the second most common reason Americans see their doctor.
Many people are interested in finding alternative medication for pain relief. Chiropractic treatment is one potential pain management option, especially if you’re dealing with back pain or neck pain.
In this episode, Dr. Amy outlines the top benefits of getting chiropractic care, and how to find a chiropractor who’s right for you....One guess...It's Dr. Amy at Forum Chiropractic.
Lower back pain is very common. It can result from a strain (injury) to muscles or tendons in the back. Other causes include arthritis, structural problems and disk injuries. Pain often gets better with rest, physical therapy and medication. In this episode Dr. Amy give you tips how to reduce your risk of low back pain.
As the calendar turns from one year to the next, millions of people will resolve to reinvent themselves. On scraps of wrapping paper, crumpled napkins, or in fancy notebooks bought just for the occasion, we will engage in the annual collective ritual of listing the ways that we will, this year, be better. This year Dr. Amy gives you tips how to keep your New Years Resolution past January.
Don’t let holiday activities and stress put a damper on your spirit this time of year—in this episode Dr. Amy gives you tips on how to prevent common holiday health risks.
The spinal disc acts as a strong elastic pivot for each joint segment of the spine, providing stability and allowing a relatively wide range of motion in all directions in the lower back and neck. When a disc starts to lose its strength and pliability, however, it can cause a range of painful and potentially debilitating symptoms.
A migraine is much more than a bad headache. This neurological disease can cause debilitating throbbing pain that can leave you in bed for days! Movement, light, sound and other triggers may cause symptoms like pain, tiredness, nausea, visual disturbances, numbness and tingling, irritability, difficulty speaking, temporary loss of vision and many more. In this episode Dr. Amy discusses three cures that can help Migraine Headaches naturally.
Want to wake up on New Year's Day without regretting all those cookies, latkes or bubbly holiday toasts? You can, in part 2 of "10 Things That Destroy Your Health During the Holidays" Dr. Amy gives you 10 ways to sidestep the season's "naughtiest" waistline threats with "nice" alternatives.
The holiday season often brings unwelcome guests — stress and depression. And it's no wonder. The holidays often present a dizzying array of demands — cooking meals, shopping, baking, cleaning and entertaining, to name just a few.
But with some practical tips, Dr. Amy can minimize the stress that accompanies the holidays. You may even end up enjoying the holidays more than you thought you would.
It's been nearly three weeks since Hurricane Ian slammed into SWFL devastating the community, and the people who live and work in the storms path.
Whether it's Louisiana hit by Hurricane Katrina in 2005, or Indonesia struck by the tsunami in 2004, communities that suffer from natural disasters also suffer from the side effects of the disaster long after the cameras have stopped rolling and the aid comes to a halt. Some of the greatest challenges these people undergo is not the natural disaster itself but the residual problems stemming from the disaster, namely the long-term health problems kindled from the calamity.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses the top health related issues that can take place after a natural disaster.
Eliud Kipchoge is the only person who has ever run a marathon in under 2 hours. In this episode Dr. Amy discusses how Kipchoge relied on pacers, a flat course ...and human potential to accomplish this feat.
Cytokine release syndrome (CRS) — sometimes called cytokine storm or cytokine-associated toxicity — is a condition that develops when your immune system responds too aggressively to infection. In this episode, Dr. Amy discusses what can cause a Cytokine Storm, and ways to prevent and treat CRS.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses the 7 most common things people say about their health that are killing them.
Some men have low testosterone levels. This is called Testosterone Deficiency Syndrome (TD) or Low Testosterone (Low-T). Deficiency means that the body does not have enough of a needed substance. Syndrome is a group of symptoms that, together, suggest a disease or health condition. In this episode Dr. Amy discusses the factors the contribute to Low T and how Chiropractic can help wit Low T.
Listen to some of Dr. Amy's most beloved clients give testimonies on how Chiropractic and Dr. Amy work for them.
The term arthritis refers to inflammation in the body’s joints, such as the knees, wrists, ankles and hips. But arthritis isn’t just one thing.
It’s actually an umbrella term for more than 100 conditions that cause pain, stiffness or swelling in the joints. Different types of arthritis have different symptoms and treatments.
In this episode Dr. Amy answers questions and and discusses misconceptions about arthritis.
The history of how Long-distance running has a venerable history in Mexico and how the spirit runs free among ‘the foot runners’ of Mexico - some of the greatest long-distance runners in the world.
Dr. Amy Amy discusses the five latest trends in the medical field and how your lifestyle can help you prevent and manage you diseases long term.
Magnesium deficiency, also known as hypomagnesemia, is an often-overlooked health problem.
While less than 2% of Americans have been estimated to experience magnesium deficiency, that percentage has been shown to be far greater in hospitals and ICU patients and people with diabetes or alcohol use disorder. In this episode Dr. Amy discusses how Chiropractic can help with Magnesium Deficiency.
America’s opioid epidemic has claimed more than 400,000 lives and ensnared more than 2 million more in addiction. After downplaying the risks of dangerous and highly addictive prescription narcotics, and of profiting from their spiraling misuse, the purveyors of prescription painkillers could be forced to reckon with the devastating consequences of their actions. In this episode Dr. Amy discusses who's to blame for the crisis.
A healthy lifestyle goes hand in hand with healthy hair. Exercise and meditation will help with stress. Even the simple technique of focusing on your breath can lower your blood pressure and, therefore, your anxiety. As far as exercise, walking is a solid cardiovascular activity that creates endorphins, reduces stress levels, and can be done anywhere.
Chances are, you're not walking around thinking about your thyroid. That is, unless you have a thyroid condition. For as much as the thyroid does for our bodies, it deserves a little more attention. In this episode Dr. Amy discusses 5 interesting facts about this important gland.
Drugs, shots, surgery…You can fight for your life, or you can fight for your death…what are you fighting for?
Migraines cause pain as real as the pain of injuries — with one difference: Healthy habits and simple nonmedical remedies sometimes stop migraines before they start.
Thyroid disease can strike anyone, although many types of thyroid diseases are more common in adult women than in men, children, or teenagers. In this episode Dr. Amy discusses how specific symptoms of thyroid disease depend upon the exact condition and whether the thyroid gland is under- or over-producing thyroid hormone. In some cases, thyroid disease may not have apparent symptoms.
Dr. Amy discusses each level of the spine and how it effects different groups of nerves that control the body.
Testosterone declines as you age, but other factors can also cause low testosterone, including certain medications, high body-fat levels, and some health conditions.
In this episode Dr. Amy describes how a health-promoting lifestyle, including diet, is important for maintaining optimal testosterone levels.
There is no “typical” patient based on socioeconomic status. Chiropractic care is covered by most health insurers, and the out-of-network and uninsured rates are very competitive. Pain can strike anyone at any time.
So… the patient who goes to a chiropractor is one who has pain, is rehabilitating a pain problem, or wants to avoid pain. If something hurts, it is time to get it checked out.
Most doctors and laboratories don't even include magnesium status in routine blood tests. Thus, most doctors don't know when their patients are deficient in magnesium, even though studies show that the majority of Americans are deficient in magnesium.
Spinal disc problems are widely misunderstood for a number of reasons: medical professionals do not always agree on causes of pain related to the spinal disc, and patients understandably have a hard time understanding this medical condition. In this episode Dr. Amy sheds light on this complex medical topic.
Patients often ask..."Dr. Amy can Chiropractic help with my (fill in the blank)". In this episode Dr. Amy explains how Chiropractic adjustments can help with some of the common symptoms she sees in the office.
Millions of people worldwide have taken proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) since 1989 to manage gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other reflux disorders. These drugs have been heavily advertised, and many people today routinely take the “little purple pill” and similar medicines for months or even years at a time without getting a prescription, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses the studies done over the years that have raised questions about a number of serious and potentially life-threatening side effects. Among other things, these pills have been tied to an increased risk of premature death, heart disease, certain cancers, dementia, lung disorders, fractures, kidney damage, pneumonia, and bacterial infections.
In this episode Dr. Amy explains how Chiropractic can help you keep your New Years resolutions throughout the year.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses how Chiropractic adjustment is not just for the back. Different parts of the body can be helped through spinal and joint manipulation. An adjustment can relieve pain, correct your body's alignment and improve your overall function.
Is chiropractic treatment effective, and how do you know it will help with your back pain? In this episode, Dr. Amy answers frequently asked questions about chiropractic care.
It's that time of year for you the listener and Dr. Amy to have a REAL TALK...this episode is not for the faint of heart.
Don’t let holiday activities and stress put a damper on your spirit this time of year— In this episode Dr. Amy talks about how to prevent holiday health risks.
Many of us experience weight gain during the festive winter months, but packing on a few pounds in December is far from inevitable. In this episode Dr. Amy gives tips how to avoid holiday weight gain and keep our health on track into the new year.
Arthritis pain can strike earlier than you think. In this episode Dr. Amy gives arthritis information every person needs to know.
Dr. Amy continues her discussion on the conditions that can affect your health during the holidays.
Dr. Amy discusses some of the common holiday pitfalls, mental and physical, which many of us encounter in some shape or form during the holiday season.
In this episode Dr. Amy talks about human potential and the story of Kenyan marathoner Eliud Kipchoge who became the first human to run a marathon in under two hours, covering the 26.2-mile distance in a once inconceivable 1 hour, 59 minutes and 40 seconds during a specially-tailored event in Vienna in 2019.
In this episode of HITN Dr. Amy discusses a review that has been ordered into whether high-dose statins should be available over- the-counter in pharmacies to help reduce incidence of heart disease and stroke.
Doctors don’t yet understand exactly how cognitive decline and diabetes are
connected, but they do know that high blood sugar or insulin can harm the brain in
several ways: In this episode Dr. Amy discusses the possible links between Alzheimer's and Diabetes.
Magnesium is a trace mineral and micronutrient used by every organ system in your body. It is vital to cardiovascular function, large muscle control, and the adrenal system. Magnesium is responsible for more than 300 biochemical reactions in the body and has an impact on immune function, metabolism, and bone health; the bones store about 60 percent of all magnesium reserves. Dr. Amy explains how up to 50% of people do not get enough magnesium in their diet. A lack of this vital mineral causes a range of symptoms.
Over time the adrenalin released by stress hormones creates a continued state of vigilance with damaging physiological consequences. Stress can kill you as it is known to lead to increased heart rate, cardiovascular problems, breathing difficulties and high blood pressure.
The term arthritis refers to inflammation in the body’s joints, such as the knees, wrists, ankles and hips. But arthritis isn’t just one thing.
It’s actually an umbrella term for more than 100 conditions that cause pain, stiffness or swelling in the joints. Different types of arthritis have different symptoms and treatments.
In this episode Dr. Amy answers 21 questions and discusses the misconceptions about arthritis.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses Christopher McDougall's book " Born To Run" and how his epic adventure began with one simple question: Why does my foot hurt?
Dr. Amy discusses how chiropractic care for Bell’s Palsy is very effective. In some cases, the patient sees results almost immediately.
In part 2 of "21 Questions about Chiropractic" Dr. Amy defines the word of the day "Subluxation" and answers the question "can I adjust myself"?
In this episode Dr. Amy answers your questions about Chiropractic and shares a story about a Cardiologist who believes Chiropractors are the only real Doctors because they look for the CAUSE of the disease and then FIX the disease.
Low testosterone (low T) affects 4 to 5 million men in the US. Testosterone is an important hormone in the human body. But it starts to decrease each year after age 30Trusted Source.
In some men this can be substantial. Between 19 and 39 percent of older menTrusted Source may have low levels of testosterone. Older men with low T have increasingly sought testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) in recent years. TRT addresses symptoms such as low libido, poor muscle mass, and low energy.
It’s not just older men that are affected by low T. Young men, even babies and children, can also have this problem.
Dr. Amy wraps up this months 21 question topic on Thyroid issues. She answers listeners final questions and gives you tips on how to take better care of your Thyroid issues.
Your thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck, just above your collarbone. It is one of your endocrine glands, which make hormones. Thyroid hormones control the rate of many activities in your body. These include how fast you burn calories and how fast your heart beats. All of these activities are your body's metabolism. In this episode Dr. Amy answers your question about the Thyroid and Thyroid Disease.
Chronic back pain can disrupt your life and make it harder to complete daily tasks and do the things you love. As a result of these limitations, sufferers often have diminished self-esteem. If you are dealing with lowered self-esteem from chronic back pain, it's important to try and change your mindset right away.
Everyone’s body needs something different, but to make sure everything from your mind to your muscles get enough love it's all about balance. In this episode Dr. Amy gives you the 5 essentials for whole-body wellness.
5G, the next generation of cellular technology for the next generation of smartphones, is imminent. And with it, there’s concern about the health risk of this new, more powerful network. How worried should you be about the coming 5G healthpocalypse?
The spinal disc acts as a strong elastic pivot for each joint segment of the spine, providing stability and allowing a relatively wide range of motion in all directions in the lower back and neck. When a disc starts to lose its strength and pliability, however, it can cause a range of painful and potentially debilitating symptoms.
Dr. Amy discusses new research presented at the American College of Cardiology Scientific Session which pointed out that two types of high blood pressure medications — alpha-blockers and alpha-2 agonists — are associated with blood pressure variability. And these fluctuations are linked to an increased risk of death.
The American Diabetes Association recently published its Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes. Perhaps one of the most important updates in the guidance for primary care physicians is that medications that have evidence of improving cardiovascular and renal outcomes are now recommended in at-risk patients independent of the need for additional glucose lowering.
In this episode Dr. Amy explains how chiropractic can help with back pain depending on the patient’s physical condition and the cause for the underlying pain.
In this episode of Health In The News...Dr. Amy talks about the increasing evidence that shows many individuals receive care that provides little clinical benefit, and sometimes more medical care is not always better, and sometimes it's worse.
Our modern lifestyle, the use of toxic products and exposing ourselves to pollution are just a few of factors that lead to the deterioration of follicles and eventually, hair loss. In this episode of Health In The News: Dr. Amy gives you some all natural remedies that can reduce the damage to your hair follicles and promote healthy hair regrowth.
It's great that you want to improve your heart health. Don't think that you have to make big changes to have an effect on your heart health, though. In this episode Dr. Amy tells you how even small, basic steps can have dramatic effects on your heart health.
The definition for what is considered high blood pressure has been tightened. Dr. Amy tells you what you need to know, and how the new guidelines affect you.
Dr. Amy explains how the occurrence of common minor trauma events affects the risk of developing serious low back pain or long-term disease.
It's been four decades since the first GMO insulin, a synthetic version of the human hormone insulin, was produced. Today, man-made insulin comes in many forms. But is it safe? In this episode of Health In The News...Dr. Amy takes you down the GMO Insulin pipeline and explains how it may be harmful to people with Type 2 Diabetes.
Dr. Amy finishes up her discussion on the top six pharmaceutical drugs that could destroy your health.
You’re probably thinking that there is no way the pharmaceutical industry would sell harmful products. Unfortunately, you would be naïve if you thought that. The pharmaceutical industry is one of the most powerful industries in the world. They have sole control over what drugs and medications are released and sold to the public.
The solution to a health problem does not always involve the use of drugs, surgery, or medications. In this episode Dr. Amy talks about natural solutions to your health problems.
Dr. Amy reflex's on a conversation she had with a person who's undergone four back surgeries. And it ain't pretty.
When you buy a fast-food burger or roast beef sandwich, chances are it’s still made with meat from cattle given antibiotics they don’t need, according to the fifth annual Chain Reaction Report issued by six consumer groups, including Consumer Reports. The practice of giving antibiotics to food animals to prevent, rather than treat, illnesses is a main contributor to antibiotic resistance.
Dr. Amy gives you tips on how to recognize common stress symptoms that can help you manage them. Stress that's left unchecked can contribute to many health problems, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity and diabetes.
In this episode of "Health In The News" Dr. Amy shares with you one of the most absurd stories she's every heard out of a Doctor's mouth. And yes it has to do with breastfeeding and vaccines.
About 12% of adults in the US are affected by osteoarthritis of the knee. The annual rate of total knee replacement has doubled since 2000, mainly due to expanding eligibility to patients with less severe physical symptoms.
Dr. Amy gives you reasons to throw out your Canola Oil, switch up your juice, and dump the tofu.
Whether in your handbag, a drawer at home, or your desk at work, chances are you have acetaminophen on hand, just in case headache or back pain strikes. It is the most widely used pain relief medication in the United States, and it is also considered one of the safest. But recently, its perceived safety has come into question.
There’s mounting evidence linking an unhealthy diet—in particular, one high in processed meat and fat, and low in fruits and vegetables—to early-onset colorectal cancer.
An uplifting story how our bodies have an amazing ability to adapt, change and heal all on its own. This is called innate intelligence.
In this episode Dr. Amy poses the question...How do you define health? Is it the absence of symptoms, or is it something greater than that?
Dr. Amy discusses whether the kinds of medications used for people with PTSD could increase risks for dementia.
Diabetes (specifically Type 2) is largely the result of lifestyle choices. In this episode Dr. Amy gives you the building blocks to help prevent diabetes naturally, by changing your lifestyle! If you have prediabetes or know that you are at risk for diabetes, the good news is that making small changes can lower risk for developing diabetes.
In this episode of "HITN" Dr. Amy explains what Alternative Medicine truly is, and it's not what you think it is. And In the post pandemic world, the way we sustain our health will be parallel to the way we sustain life, peace, and fairness on the planet; they can't be separated.
Most of us have heard the phrase “sitting is the new smoking” referring to the growing epidemic of sedentary lifestyles in the United States. But is this true? Is sitting in a chair that bad for you? Dr. Amy decided to find out.
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Medication has long been regarded as a cornerstone of pain relief and pain management in the medical profession. No doubt have you experienced some kind of relief from an anesthetic or OTC (over-the-counter) drug at some point in your life.
But all medications are not created equal -- and some drugs, notably opioids, can create more problems than they solve.
How we have started accepting a lower and lower level of existence with our health: What does your new normal look like?
Dr. Amy explains the correlation between Alzheimer's and Diabetes. And throws in an extra tidbit on why you shouldn't wipe everything down with hand sanitizer...hint it's not germs that make you sick.
How much do you know about cholesterol and high blood pressure? In this most recent episode, Dr. Amy breaks down some common misconceptions – and realities about these two issues and what you can do to fix them if they occur naturally in your body.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses what exactly happens with a chiropractic adjustment allowing patients to feel better?
The nervous system is a series of nerves connected to the brain and the spinal cord that transmits signals to different parts of the body. In this episode Dr. Amy discusses the top five signs of nerve damage that should not be ignored. And how nerve injuries typically occur because of compression or irritation along one or more nerves.
One of the most amazing aspects of the human body is its ability to heal itself. There are 30-40 trillion cells in the human body, and every second that we’re alive, these cells work tirelessly to achieve equilibrium, keeping us at—or bringing us back to—a natural balance. When we abuse our bodies or become ill, cells can be damaged or destroyed, sometimes in large quantities. However, these cells have the ability to heal or replace themselves, all to keep the body functioning at optimal levels.
The sciatic nerve is your body’s longest nerve and one of the most important ones. It has a direct effect on your ability to control and feel your legs. When this nerve is irritated, you’ll experience sciatica. In this episode Dr. Amy explains the causes, signs, and the best practice to diagnose sciatica.
Modern technology has enhanced our lives in numerous ways – we can now communicate in real time with friends and colleagues around the world, and do our shopping and banking without leaving home. But, as technology crowds further into our personal lives, is it doing us more harm than good? In this episode Dr. Amy explains how our technology is making us anxious, depressed and socially isolated.
Aging can be the greatest experience in life, but it comes with plenty of emotionally draining challenges. In this episode Dr. Amy digs deep into how so much of what we see in aging is the result of lousy medicine, bad habits, laziness, our belief systems, our culture of youth worship, polypharmacy and a great many more so -called facts of life that we’ve allowed to skew our ideas of and experiences with the aging process.
Most people don’t like to talk about POOP, but having a gastrointestinal problem is common.
There’s no need to suffer in silence, though. In this episode Dr. Amy gives you a top-to-bottom look at nine of the most prevalent digestive conditions, symptoms, and the most effective treatments available.
Low back pain is the second most common cause of disability in the U.S. Over 80% of people will experience an episode of this pain at some point in their lives. The most common reasons for low back pain are disc injuries, sciatica, lifting heavy objects, or some other non-specific back injury. In this episode Dr. Amy explains how you can heal your low back pain in a natural manner.
Dr. Amy will help you understand how MRIs can be wrong and inaccurate and how your MRI may be sending you to a spinal surgery you do not need. Dr. Amy will further help you understand how MRI readings may lead to INCREASED incidents of failed back surgery syndrome.
Dr. Amy discusses five things you didn't know about your thyroid and the reason why it's considered the master gland.
Dr. Amy discuses how technology can bring a world of productivity and ease to your finger tips, but it also comes with many disadvantages. If you don’t use technology wisely, it can become a constant distraction that can have harmful effects on your body.
In the latest episode of The Dr. Amy Show...Dr. A answers the 21 most important questions about arthritis and how you can deal with it naturally.
In this episode Dr. Amy discusses the huge history of medical experimentation that has been done to the citizens of the United States without our citizens knowing it was being done to them.