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Walter Gaman, MD; one of the physician authors of "Stay Young: 10 Proven Steps to Ultimate Health” comes on the show to discuss the book and give advice on how you can find the fountain of youth between the sheets.

Got stress? Who doesn't? Experienced acid reflux, indigestion or other stomach issues? Who hasn't? Americans have learned to treat symptoms with a pill, and by and large, we put an emphasis on heart health and weight management. But, inside your gut – what Eastern medicine calls the second brain – could lie the secret to a fountain of health. Johns Hopkins Hospital's director of integrative GI nutrition services Dr. Gerard Mullin joins the show to discuss why we should take better care of our guts!

Psychologist, Gregory Jantz PhD , the author of the new book, "Overcoming Anxiety, Worry and Fear" (July 2011) comes on the show to discuss what to do if the thought of leaving your desk to take a vacation causes your heart rate to skyrocket, and that finding time to relax and reflect is therapeutic and will even make you a more productive worker."

A new study published in the July edition of Heart*Rhythm *shows that *coronary artery disease is an independent predictor for new-onset atrial fibrillation after acute myocardial infarction (MI) or heart attack.* Douglas L. Packer, MD, FHRS, the Immediate Past President of the Heart Rhythm Society, comes on the show to explain the implications of the study anmd how it can affect people with heart disease.

Dr. Philippa Cheetham a board certified urologist in the Department of Uro-oncology at Columbia University Medical Center, comes on the show to dispel some of the myths related to prostate cancer and discuss lifestyle choices that can contribute to prostate cancer prevention.

Neuropathy pain is described as tingling, burning, numbness or sharp stabbing pain in the feet and legs. MicroVas Therapy is a cutting-edge, non-invasive, physical medicine treatment that is proven successful in treating patients for pain stemming from peripheral, diabetic, and post-chemo therapeutic neuropathies. Owner/CEO of Accelerated Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Amit Gaglani joins the show to discuss MicroVas Therapy.

Physician author, Dr. Sagar Nigwekar joins the show to discuss important tips and information to keep your kidneys healthy.

March is National MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Awareness Month. Bestselling author, Shelley Peterman Schwarz joins the show to discuss the challenges of living with a disability and some of the best ways to live life in spite of health challenges. She will also talk about HOPE Trials, a program meat to improve the life of individuals suffering from a wide array of debilitating conditions. Shelley has lived with MS for 30 years.

Each year, millions of people suffering from an injury or disabled with a chronic pain condition, consider undergoing surgery to find relief. While there is a time and a place for surgical intervention, there are also novel treatments available such as Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy that can help individuals avoid surgery by maximizing their healing potential. Dr. David Wang, an expert in PRP therapy joins the show.

Vascular wellness is a very real concern for persons with diabetes. Many Americans are unaware they have type 2 diabetes. For this reason, Diabetes Alert Day on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 provides a valuable “wake-up call” for America. Vascular Surgeon and President of The Vascular Group, Dr. R. Clement Darling joins the show to discuss vascular health, in particular for those dealing with diabetes.

Cough. Sneeze. Wheeze. You know the symptoms, but do you really know the cause? The similarities between symptoms of the flu/cold and nasal allergies can cause confusion. Worse, it can cause you to make the wrong diagnosis and treat with the wrong medications. And, if allergies are left untreated, it can cause more serious conditions like sinusitis or ear infections. Vice President of external affairs for the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, Mike Tringale and Dr. Linda Dahl join the show to help us learn the difference between col/flu and allergies and how they should be properly treated once diagnosed.

Male pattern baldness accounts for more than 95% of hair loss in men. By the age of thirty-five, two-thirds of American men will experience some degree of noticeable hair loss. Furthermore, by the age of 50, approximately 85% of men have significantly thinning hair. Dr. Abraham Armani, medical director of Advanced Skin Fitness joins the show to discuss what to do if you are losing your hair.

Dr. Nancy Sapanara joins the show to share an amazing story of one little boys fight against leukemia and the life saving transplant of his newborn sister's stem cells. Dr. Sapanara will discuss cord and placenta blood banking.

Award winning chef and author, Grant Achatz joins the show to discuss his personal journey in the fight against tongue cancer and how becoming your own health advocate is crucial when battling serious health issues.

Dr. Scott Zaszuba joins Dr. DeSilva to discuss the steps you can take to protect your hearing.

Dr. Bernard Kaminetsky, Medical Director of MDVIP, joins Dr. DeSilva to explain what concierge medicine is, why it is showing so much growth, and who might benefit from it most.

About 70 million Americans are affected with some form of arthritis. There is no known cause, but risk factors such as age, gender and weight can highly increase your chances of developing arthritis. Dr. Jeffrey A. Geller joins Dr. DeSilva to answer any questions that you may have as well discuss several of the possible treatment options.

The U.S. House of Representatives failed to protect the public health of all Americans by passing H.R.1. Paul Billings joins Dr. DeSilva to explain why the American Lung Association believes this bill ignores public health and will have dire consequences for all Americans, especially people with lung diseases, including lung cancer, asthma and emphysema.

The average diagnosis of MS is between ages of 20 and 50. Lainie Messina joins Dr. DeSilva to discuss that living with MS can often mean making some changes in one's home life, and planning ahead for when outside help may be needed.

Americans think they are in better heart health than they really are. According to a recent American Heart Association survey, nearly 40 percent thought they were in ideal heart health, when in reality less than 1 percent of Americans have an ideal profile.