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Join me to learn about osteoporosis treatments with bone health expert Dr. Joy Wu.   We discuss lifestyle and medications that can halt bone loss, or even help rebuild bone. Dr. Wu also sheds light on the biology of bone and some of the factors that inform the optimal treatment for each patient.   Dr. Wu is a board-certified endocrinologist who specializes in osteoporosis and other bone mineral diseases. She treats patients and leads cutting-edge research at Stanford University, where she is Chief of the Division of Endocrinology, Gerontology and Metabolism and Vice Chair of Basic Science in the Department of Medicine.   This episode is the second of a two-part conversation. In part one, we discuss osteoporosis prevention.   Connect with Dr. Joy Wu Twitter @JoyYWu https://twitter.com/JoyYWu Stanford profile: https://profiles.stanford.edu/joy-wu   Resources Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation https://www.bonehealthandosteoporosis.org Osteoporosis Canada https://osteoporosis.ca Hormone Health Network of Endocrine Society https://admin.hormone.org American Society for Bone and Mineral Research (for physicians) https://www.asbmr.org/

Join me to learn about building and maintaining strong bones, with endocrinologist Dr. Joy Wu. Osteoporosis causes devastating bone fractures in millions of people every year, and there is a lot we can do to prevent it.   In this episode, we discuss the causes, consequences, and risk factors for osteoporosis and bone fractures. Dr. Wu sheds light on what's going in inside your bones and the role of diet, exercise, hormones and medications.   Dr. Wu is a board-certified endocrinologist who specializes in osteoporosis and other bone mineral diseases. She treats patients and leads cutting-edge research at Stanford University, where she is Chief of the Division of Endocrinology, Gerontology and Metabolism and Vice Chair of Basic Science in the Department of Medicine.   This episode is the first of a two-part conversation. In part two, we discuss osteoporosis treatment options.   Connect with Dr. Joy Wu Twitter @JoyYWu https://twitter.com/JoyYWu Stanford profile: https://profiles.stanford.edu/joy-wu   Resources Fracture Prevention Facts & Myths (Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation) https://www.bonehealthandosteoporosis.org/preventing-fractures/general-facts/ Osteoporosis Canada https://osteoporosis.ca Bone Health and Osteoporosis: A Report of the US Surgeon General https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20945569/ Hormone Health Network of Endocrine Society https://admin.hormone.org American Society for Bone and Mineral Research (for physicians) https://www.asbmr.org/   Related podcast episodes Navigating Menopausal Hormone Therapy (Dr. Carla DiGirolamo) https://fueledbyscience.com/podcast/carla-digirolamo-2/ Menopausal Hormone Therapy: Risks & Benefits (Drs Avrum Bluming & Carol Tavris) https://fueledbyscience.com/podcast/avrum-bluming-carol-tavris-1/ Menopausal Hormone Therapy: Setting The Record Straight (Dr. Avrum Bluming) https://fueledbyscience.com/podcast/avrum-bluming-2/

Join me for a conversation with emergency medicine physician, Dr. Shazma Mithani. We discuss preventative healthcare, tips for navigating the ER, and lessons from her high-pressure job that apply to daily life. Dr. Mithani also tackles medical myths and misinformation, including the potentially harmful belief that everything natural is good and safe.   Dr. Shazma Mithani is an emergency medicine physician in Edmonton, Canada and an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Alberta. In addition to treating patients on the front lines, Dr. Mithani is very active on social media, where she busts myths, educates the public, and advocates for social justice.   Connect with Dr. Shazma Mithani Twitter @shazmamithani Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook @drshazmamithani Tune into Everyday ER on CBC   Resources 8-1-1 Health Line (in Canada) Health Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada.html Alberta Health Services: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca Science Up First: Together Against Misinformation: https://www.scienceupfirst.com/

Join me for a deeper understanding of breast cancer, with Dr. Stephanie Graff, a medical oncologist who specializes in breast cancer.   Dr. Graff sheds light on what breast cancer is, why it's such a diverse disease, and the role of genetic and lifestyle risk factors. We also discuss the rise of "expert patients" and the challenges and opportunities of navigating cancer in today's complex information environment.   Dr. Graff cares for breast cancer patients at the Lifespan Cancer Institute in Rhode Island, where she is Director of Breast Oncology. She is also actively involved in cancer research and clinical trial design, and is Assistant Professor of Medicine at Brown University. Dr. Graff is passionate about empowering patient advocates, and serves as a medical advisor to the Dr. Susan Love Foundation for Breast Cancer Research.   Connect with Dr. Graff: Twitter @drsgraff: https://twitter.com/DrSGraff Brown University: https://vivo.brown.edu/display/sgraff Lifespan Cancer Institute: https://www.lifespan.org/providers/stephanie-l-graff-md Publication - The Rise of the Expert Patient in Cancer: From Backseat Passenger to Co-navigator. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35344398/   Resources: Cancer.Net - Oncologist-approved information about cancer (by American Society of Clinical Oncologists) https://www.cancer.net American Cancer Society Breast Cancer Resources https://www.cancer.org/cancer/breast-cancer.html Project LEAD - Science training for advocates (by National Breast Cancer Coalition): https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/what-we-do/education/project-lead/ Dr. Susan Love Foundation for Breast Cancer Research https://drsusanloveresearch.org

This conversation with Dr. Kelly Casperson provides hope and direction for women struggling with low sexual desire - and their partners.   Dr. Casperson is a urologist, coach and sex expert who is passionate about helping women to live their best love lives. She guides women towards an empowering mindset shift, and helps educate them about their bodies, their desires, and the societal factors that shape our sex lives. This conversation also touches on the role of hormones, which have a role to play, but are rarely a quick fix.   This episode is the second of a two part conversation with Dr. Casperson. In Part 1, we discuss urology norms, problems, and solutions.   For more from Dr. Casperson, check out her highly successful podcast and book, both entitled: You Are Not Broken.   Connect with Dr. Kelly Casperson @kellycaspersonmd on Instagram and Facebook https://www.kellycaspersonmd.com You Are Not Broken Podcast: https://www.kellycaspersonmd.com/podcast

Join us for a candid conversation about your urinary tract or "human plumbing" with Dr Kelly Casperson, a board-certified urologist who is passionate about empowering people to take care of their bodies.   Urinary tract issues are incredibly common, yet rarely discussed. Dr. Casperson sheds light on "normal" urinary tract function and what can go wrong, including UTIs and incontinence. We also discuss potential solutions, including bladder training, pelvic therapy, and medical interventions.   This episode is the first of a two part conversation with Dr. Casperson. In Part 2, we discuss her book: You Are Not Broken, and the broader topic of sexual wellbeing in women.   Note: This show does not constitute personal medical advice; it provides general advice and resources for those who suffer from urinary tract issues. Always talk to your healthcare provider about your unique situation.   For more from Dr. Kelly Casperson @kellycaspersonmd on Instagram and Facebook You Are Not Broken Podcast: https://www.kellycaspersonmd.com/podcast Website: https://www.kellycaspersonmd.com   Other resources American Urological Association: https://www.auanet.org Canadian Urological Association: https://www.cua.org

To kick off Season 3, host Dr. Chana Davis shares a bit about herself and her mission for the show.   Dr. Davis gives a whirlwind tour of her journey from curious kid to geneticist to science communicator. She also sheds light on the passion for bringing you leading health experts to share practical information, helping you separate fact from fiction, and showing you how science is done.   For more of Dr. Chana Davis' work, follow her on social @fueledbyscience and check out her website: www.fueledbyscience.com

Join us for a conversation about misinformation and science denial, with Dr. Sara Gorman. This episode will help you contribute to one of the most important battles of our times: the fight between misinformation and evidence-based information. Dr. Gorman sheds light on where misinformation comes, why we are all vulnerable, how to protect ourselves, and how to engage productively with others who have been misled.   Dr. Sara Gorman is a public health expert and author who is passionate about fighting misinformation and creating a higher quality information environment for everyone. She has a Master's in Public Health from Columbia University and a PhD in English literature from Harvard. She is the co-founder of Critica Science, a community committed to making rational decisions about health and security. Her first book examines the psychology of healthcare decision making and irrational beliefs; her second book (in progress) is about conspiracy theories and distrust in science.   More from Dr. Sara Gorman - Twitter @critica_life - Critica Science: https://www.criticascience.org - Those Nerdy Girls: https://dearpandemic.org/   Dr. Gorman's Books - Denying to the Grave: Why We Ignore the Science That Will Save Us - Modern Medicine: Conspiracy Theories and Distrust in the 21st Century (under contract with Oxford University press) Other resources and related links - Breast cancer screening mammography decision aid for women in their 40s: https://bsd.weill.cornell.edu - Breast cancer screening article on Those Nerdy Girls (by host Dr. Chana Davis): https://dearpandemic.org/breast-cancer-screening/ - COVID-19 contagiousness article on Those Nerdy Girls (by host Dr. Chana Davis): https://dearpandemic.org/10-day-positive-contagious/   ABOUT THE SHOW   Get Real Health is hosted by Chana Davis, PhD a scientist with a passion for helping others use science to make smart choices, big and small. Access more of her work at fueledbyscience.com or on social @fueledbyscience (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter)

Join sleep expert Dr. Lauren Hale to learn about why is sleep important and how we can improve our sleep.   Many of us are not getting enough sleep, and paying a steep price. Dr. Hale explains that poor sleep impacts us in many different ways, from mood and energy, to food choices, to mental and physical performance. She also shares concrete tips for investing in sleep so that you can reap the rewards of good sleep.   Dr. Hale is a sleep health researcher and professor at Stony Brook University. She's on the Board of Directors of the National Sleep Foundation, serves on the National Scientific Advisory Board for the Children and Screens Institute and is the founding Editor-in-Chief of Sleep Health. Dr. Hale is also a founding member of Those Nerdy Girls at Dear Pandemic, where she answers questions about sleep health.   Links for Dr. Lauren Hale: Twitter @LaurenHalePhD Stony Brook University https://publichealth.stonybrookmedicine.edu/faculty/LaurenHale Those Nerdy Girls https://dearpandemic.org/nerdygirls/lauren-hale-ph-d-ma/   Resources: National Sleep Foundation https://www.sleepfoundation.org Sleep Health Journal https://www.sleephealthjournal.org Good Sleep Summary from NIH https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2021/04/good-sleep-good-health   ---------- ABOUT THE SHOW   Get Real Health is hosted by Chana Davis, PhD a scientist with a passion for helping others use science to make smart choices, every day. Access more of Dr. Davis' work at fueledbyscience.com or on social @fueledbyscience (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter)

Join Dr. Carla DiGirolamo to learn about all things stress - the good, the bad, and the ugly. How and why does stress impact your health and wellbeing? What can you do about it?   Today's conversation focuses primarily on midlife health in women, as this is Dr. DiGirolamo's area of expertise. We discuss how stress shows up in her fertility patients and her fitness coaching practice, and how we can reduce stress with a small investment of time and energy.   Dr. DiGirolamo is a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and obstetrician/gynecologist, and has a PhD in molecular pathobiology. She is also a certified menopause specialist, CrossFit Trainer and Nutrition Coach. Dr. DiGirolamo currently works as a fertility & menopause specialist at Boston IVF and as a private coach.   Note: For more from Dr. DiGirolamo, see Episode 44 on what expect during menopause and Episode 45 on navigating menopausal hormone therapy.   Dr. Carla DiGirolamo's links: Athletic Aging newsletter: https://www.athleticaging.blog Website: https://fitforlifemd.com Social Media: @fitforlifemd

Join us to demystify menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) with Dr. Carla DiGirolamo, a reproductive endocrinologist and menopause specialist.   In this episode, we discuss: - The potential benefits and risks of menopausal hormone therapy - How to navigate different hormones, formulations and doses of MHT - What the term bioidentical means and how it's often misused - When hormone testing is useful, when it's not, and why Dr. DiGirolamo has profound expertise in hormones, menopause, and mid-life health. She is a double board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and obstetrician/gynecologist, and has a PhD  in molecular pathobiology. She is a certified menopause specialist through the North American Menopause Society (NAMS) and a certified CrossFit Trainer and Nutrition Coach. Dr. DiGirolamo currently works as a private coach and as a fertility / menopause specialist at Boston IVF.   Note: For more from Dr. DiGirolamo, see Episode 44 on what expect during menopause and Episode 46 on stress.   Dr. Carla DiGirolamo's links: Athletic Aging newsletter: https://www.athleticaging.blog Website: https://fitforlifemd.com Social Media: @fitforlifemd   Other Resources   Joint position statement by the British Menopause Society, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Society for Endocrinology on best practice recommendations for the care of women experiencing the menopause (June 2022) https://thebms.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Optimising-the-menopause-transition-Joint-position-statement.pdf   The 2022 hormone therapy position statement of The North American Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org/docs/default-source/professional/nams-2022-hormone-therapy-position-statement.pdf   Estrogen Matters (by Dr. Avrum Bluming & Dr. Carol Tavris; deep dive on breast cancer risk and hormone therapy) https://estrogenmatters.com/   Hormone Therapy: WHI Controversy Part 1 (Podcast with Dr. Avrum Bluming & Carol Tavris) https://fueledbyscience.com/podcast/avrum-bluming-carol-tavris-1/   Hormone Therapy: WHI Controversy Part 2 (Podcast with Dr. Avrum Bluming & Carol Tavris) https://fueledbyscience.com/podcast/avrum-bluming-2/

Join us for a conversation about the menopause transition with Dr. Carla DiGirolamo, a reproductive endocrinologist and menopause specialist.   We dig into the gory details of what to expect and why changing sex hormones impact our minds and bodies in so many ways - from hot flashes, to body composition, vaginal changes, sex drive, depression, anxiety and more. We also discuss the vital importance of fostering a healthy mindset during this time of change. Dr. DiGirolamo has a profound understanding of our complex hormonal systems thanks to her extensive medical training and PhD in molecular pathobiology. She is a double board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and obstetrician/gynecologist and a NAMS-certified menopause specialist. Currently, Dr. DiGirolamo is a partner at Boston IVF, where she helps her patients navigate menopause and fertility challenges.   Dr. DiGirolamo is also deeply passionate about life-long fitness and truly walks (and rocks!) the talk. She is a certified CrossFit Trainer and Nutrition Coach and loves empowering women to improve their health and vitality.   Note: This episode is the first of a two-part conversation. In part two, we discuss menopausal hormone therapy and lifestyle interventions to help you thrive during menopause and beyond. More from Dr. Carla DiGirolamo: Athletic Aging newsletter https://www.athleticaging.blog Website https://fitforlifemd.com Social Media @fitforlifemd Other Menopause Resources: North American Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org

Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan joins us to talk about fitness, body composition, and metabolism, with a focus on women's health. We discuss practical ways to apply the latest research to support your health and fitness.   Abbie Smith-Ryan, PhD is a professor of exercise physiology and sports nutrition at UNC Chapel Hill. She directs the Applied Physiology Lab and is a fellow of several professional organizations including the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), and the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA). Dr. Smith-Ryan has received numerous awards including Nutrition Researcher of the year and Young Investigator of the Year for the NCSA.   Her research focuses on exercise and nutrition interventions to modify body composition, cardiovascular health, and metabolic function. She is extremely passionate about women's health and has recently been studying the menopause transition.   In this episode, we discuss: Body composition: Why the number on the scale is not the best predictor of health; how body composition is affected by menopause and aging. Metabolism: What the term "metabolism really means, how it's measured, and how much we can, and cannot, control it. Muscle: Why women should prioritize muscle mass; why building and maintaining high quality muscle is so important, especially as we age. Fitness: Which types of exercise give you the most "bang for your buck" Connect with Dr. Smith-Ryan through her website, Twitter or Instagram: https://www.asmithryan.com/ https://twitter.com/asmithryan https://www.instagram.com/asmithryan/   Studies   Metabolic effects of menopause: a cross-sectional characterization of body composition and exercise metabolism (2022) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35231009/

Join nutrition scientist Dr. Megan Lee and host Dr. Chana Davis for a conversation about the link between food and mental health, with a focus on depression.   Megan is a Senior Teaching Fellow and researcher at Bond University in Australia. She has a Bachelor in Psychology and completed her PhD in Nutritional Psychiatry weeks after this conversation (May 2022). Throughout her career, she has published research on food and mood, body image, disordered eating, and more.   In this episode, Dr. Lee gives an overview of what we know, and what we don't know, about the link between diet and depression. She also sheds light on the murky relationship between depression and vegan / vegetarian / plant-based diets, a topic that she is actively researching.   As always, this episode takes you behind the scenes to see how science is done and helps you navigate health headlines with confidence - and skepticism.   Connect with Dr. Megan Lee on Twitter @meganleephd or her website: https://twitter.com/MeganLeePhD https://www.meganlovingmeagain.com   Links:   Plant-based dietary quality and depressive symptoms in Australian vegans and vegetarians: a cross-sectional study https://nutrition.bmj.com/content/4/2/e000332

Dr. Brenda Davy joins us to talk about what we drink and why it matters - from hydration, to fluoridation, to weight management. Dr. Davy is a Professor in the Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise at Virginia Tech. She earned her PhD in Human Nutrition and MS in Exercise Physiology and is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). Her areas of expertise include obesity and body weight regulation; water and beverage intake and health; diet and cardiovascular diseases; and dietary intake assessment. This episode spans a wide range of topics including how beverages impact energy intake, how to stay hydrated, and how to make beverage choices that support your lifestyle and body weight goals. As always, we look behind the curtain to see how science is done, and how real scientists put their knowledge into practice. Note: This conversation does not address controversial aspects of weight management like the harmful impacts of diet culture and weight stigma. Please see previous episodes with Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro (Ep #23) and Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford (Ep #28) for discussions of these important topics. Connect with Dr. Brenda Davy on Twitter or at Virginia Tech: https://twitter.com/davybrenda https://www.hnfe.vt.edu/people/gpf/davy-b.html   Resources:   CDC Re-Think Your Drink: https://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/healthy_eating/drinks.html Rev Your Bev Campaign: https://revyourbev.com   Fluoride and Health (Canada): https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/healthy-living/your-health/environment/fluorides-human-health.html Fluoride in Water (US CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/fluoridation/index.html

Dr. Sarah Berry joins us to talk about the personalized nutrition, also known as precision nutrition. This episode sheds light on why two people can respond very differently to the same foods, and shares the emerging science that is helping us understand how to optimize our diets. We discuss three key factors that influence our response to food, and, ultimately, our health: who we are, what we eat, and when we eat. Dr. Berry is an Associate Professor in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at King's College London. Her research focuses on precision nutrition, postprandial metabolism, and the structure of food. She is also the lead nutritional scientist at Zoe, a personalised nutrition company. Zoe runs the world's largest nutrition-science study, called PREDICT, to understand the complex relationship between food and health.   Connect with Dr. Sarah Berry: Twitter King's College London Zoe Links: JoinZoe.com

Dr. Deirdre Tobias joins us to talk about the relationship between diet, obesity, and health, with a focus on the role of processed foods. Dr. Tobias is an epidemiologist who specializes in nutrition, obesity, and methods. She is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition at the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health and at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. This episode explores the following questions: - What are (ultra) processed foods? - What do we know about the link between food processing and obesity and related diseases? What do we not yet understand? - What are the limitations of the "whole is good and processed is bad" food rule? - How can we translate nutrition science into actionable advice for the public?  Drs. Tobias and Davis also share practical tips for how they shop and prepare foods for their families in a way that leverages the advantages of processed foods while ensuring high nutritional value. More from Dr. Deirdre Tobias at Harvard and on Twitter. Resources The Harvard Nutrition Source https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/ Studies Ultra-Processed Diets Cause Excess Calorie Intake and Weight Gain: An Inpatient Randomized Controlled Trial of Ad Libitum Food Intake https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33027677/ Eliminate or reformulate ultra-processed foods? Biological mechanisms matter https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34699743/ The energy balance model of obesity: beyond calories in, calories out https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35134825/ Ultra-processed food consumption and excess weight among US adults https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29729673/

Dr. Deirdre Tobias joins us to break down how nutrition research is done and how it's translated, or mis-translated, into health headlines.   The goal of this episode is to help you navigate flip-flopping nutrition headlines using practical tips and a basic understanding of nutrition research. Buckle up for a candid look at different types of studies, and a discussion of key concepts like causation, confounders and chance (p values).   Dr. Tobias is an epidemiologist who specializes in nutrition, obesity, and methods. She is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition at the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health and at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. More from Dr. Deirdre Tobias at Harvard and on Twitter. Resources: The Harvard Nutrition Source https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/

Dive into the world of allergies with Dr. Samira Jeimy, an allergist and clinical immunologist. In her day job, Dr. Jeimy helps families prevent and manage all sorts of allergies, from drugs and vaccines, to chronic hives, to common foods allergens like peanuts and milk. On the side, she posts science-based tidbits on social media to help the public understand what allergies are, and what they are not.   In this episode we discuss: Biology: What causes allergies? What happens inside an allergic person? Prevention: How can we prevent allergies allergies? Should potential allergens, like peanuts, be introduced early (spoiler, yes!). Testing: How do allergists tests for allergies? Which allergy tests are NOT validated, yet commonly sold to the public? Myths and misconceptions: How is the term allergy often misused? Awareness: How can all of us practice allergy awareness? Dr. Jeimy is assistant professor and program Director for the Division of Clinical Immunology and Allergy at Western University, in Ontario, Canada.   Links: Dr. Samira Jeimy at Western University Dr. Samira Jeimy on social: Homepage/Instagram/Twitter The Canadian Society of Allergy and Clinical Immunology Studies: Du Toit, 2015. Randomized Trial of Peanut Consumption in Infants at Risk for Peanut Allergy

Learn about the science of hormone health with Dr. Eve Bloomgarden, a board-certified endocrinologist and misinformation slayer.   Dr. Bloomgarden has expertise in thyroid health, pituitary disorders, and metabolic bone disease and has been working as a physician and educator for nearly a decade at Northwestern University. She will soon be transitioning to Director of Thyroid at the NorthShore University HealthSystem.   This episode covers a lot of ground, from what hormones are, to the definition of hormone health, to how our hormones change, from minute to minute and throughout our lives. Dr. Bloomgarden also shares valuable advice on what NOT to buy. She explains why it's vital to proceed with great caution when it comes to unregulated supplements and tests.  Dr. Bloomgarden is also a passionate science communicator who plays a leadership role in two science outreach non-profits, IMPACT, a volunteer coalition of healthcare professionals centered in Chicago and the Women in Medicine Summit. Links: Dr. Bloomgarden on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook Dr. Bloomgarden at Northwestern University Studies: Pontzer, 2021. Daily energy expenditure through the human life course https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34385400/