What the New FDA Salt Guidelines Means for You
Oct 21, 2021
Recent studies have shown that people in the U.S. consume too much salt in their daily diet, in some cases over 30% of the recommended amount. A high sodium diet can lead to serious health conditions like hypertension, heart disease, and stroke. In response, the FDA has issued new guidelines for ...
Deep Brain Stimulation: What it Is and Who it Helps
Oct 20, 2021
Planting an electrode in the brain sounds like a torture tactic from the future, but it’s actually a common therapy that can help patients who might otherwise develop Parkinson’s disease or other movement disorders. Dr. Paul House is a neurologist who has been performing these surgeries for many...
90: Mitch's Two Year Quitversary
Oct 19, 2021
After a decade of smoking and vaping, producer Mitch quit. Yet, it hasn't all been rainbows and unicorns. After two years, Mitch still finds himself struggling with occasional cravings. Cessation specialist Edlira Farka with Huntsman Cancer Institute's Center for HOPE Tobacco Cessation Program joins...
What You Need to Know About Fertility Treatments: After Age 40
Oct 14, 2021
For women over the age of 40 looking to get pregnant, it is important to start working with a fertility specialist sooner than later. The treatment options available become more limited as we age, so finding the right doctor to help with conception can be a crucial step in your fertility plan. Dr. ...
Sideshow: Battlefield Acupuncture
Oct 12, 2021
Troy shares a recent study that shows evidence that acupuncture of the ear may help treat back pain. But how does producer Mitch already know about battlefield acupuncture and how it’s practiced?...
What You Need to Know About Fertility Treatments: Between Age 35 to 40
Oct 7, 2021
What You Need to Know About Fertility Treatments: Between Age 35 to 40 If you and your partner have been tying to get pregnant between 35 and 40, you may want to speak with a fertility specialist. The fertility treatments available to you greatly rely on the age of the woman trying to have a child. ...
89: Checking in with Listener Scot
Oct 5, 2021
It’s been about six weeks since listener Scot spoke about wanting to improve his blood pressure and lose a few pounds. So what kind of improvements has he seen after taking Thunder Jalili and Dr. Madsen’s advice about increasing his physical activity and speaking with a nutritionist?...
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