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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.

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...  

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!

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...  

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...  

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.  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...