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Show 1449: The Biology of Weight: Insights from GLP-1 Drugs and Hunter-Gatherers
When we consider the biology of weight, we need to look at what we are eating at least as much as at physical activity.
Show 1181How to Keep Your Hair from Falling Out
Hair loss can be extremely distressing. There are a number of treatments that can help you keep your hair from falling out. Oral Minoxidil?
View show notesShow 1448How to Stop Suffering with Sinusitis
Dr. Zara Patel explains why you may be suffering with sinusitis and what you can do about it. Irrigation is a key tactic!
View show notesShow 1447Falls, Fractures and Fatalities
A dramatic increase in the number of prescription drugs older Americans take may be contributing to more deaths from falls. Is your med risky?
View show notesShow 1446The Science of Strong Bones
For strong bones, you need weight-bearing exercise and a diet with adequate protein, vitamin D and calcium. Certain drugs can weaken bone.
View show notesShow 1445Your Brain on Pain
Pain is a subjective, individual experience. Relieving pain, especially chronic pain, calls for personalizing the treatment.
View show notesShow 1444The Food Fight Over Fat
The Mediterranean eating pattern has dominated dietary recommendations for years. Are there benefits to keto or carnivore diets?
View show notesShow 1443Rethinking Medications
Dr. Jerry Avorn joins us to discuss rethinking medications. How should we assess value, safety and effectiveness of the drugs we take?
View show notesShow 1397The Surprising Secrets of Sunlight’s Health Benefits (Archive)
What are sunlight's health benefits? People who get enough–not too much–sun are less likely to die prematurely.
View show notesShow 1442The Healing Power of Exercise Prescriptions
Exercise physiologist Claudio Battaglini, PhD, describes how exercise prescriptions can improve cancer patients' lives and life expectancy.
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