For health's sake

Want to try a popular diet to lose weight? In this episode, we discuss how to review popular plans and learn about the key ingredients to a weight-loss diet.   Featuring: Mindy Roth, RDN Registered dietitian HealthPartners Clinic Stillwater

You don’t want to have knee replacement too early or wait too long. In this episode, we discuss the key factors to help determine the best timing.   Featuring: Nicholas Weiss, MD Orthopedic surgeon Westfields Hospital & Clinic, TRIA Orthopedic Stillwater and Woodbury

Being heart-healthy is for every age. Hear the advice about heart-healthy choices for those in their 30s and 40s.   Featuring: Joseph Browning, MD Cardiologist Lakeview Hospital, The Heart Center at Regions Hospital

Some use substances to deal with uncomfortable emotions, and it can lead to addiction. Learn about this issue and behaviors that manage emotions in a healthy way.   Featuring: Peter VanDusartz Director St. Croix Valley Behavioral Health Programs Brian Bartlett Program manager Programs for Change Hudson Brian Francis Program manager Programs for Change Amery

Your parents might be showing signs they need extra help. Learn about having that conversation, and how to assess their needs and find support.   Featuring: Kim Barnhart, MSW Social worker Lakeview Hospital

Clinical therapist Heather Erickson, Behavioral Health at Amery Hospital & Clinic talks about the causes of anxiety in teens and how parents can help.

Experts from Programs for Change share the signs, behaviors, and the relationships between  people with an addiction and their families.

Learn about when you need a healthcare power of attorney and healthcare directives with social worker Kim Barnhart, Lakeview Hospital.

Nicholas Weiss, MD, Orthopedic surgeon, Westfields Hospital & Clinic, TRIA Orthopedic Woodbury and Stillwater, talks about the signs of rotator cuff injuries along with treatment and recovery.

Registered dietitian Caryn Myhre shares the scoop on protein powders and drinks, from how they are regulated to the best reasons to drink one.

Physical therapist Nate Olson, Amery Hospital & Clinic, shares the good reasons to try pickleball.

Kari Paulson, OT and Ava McKee, OT, HealthPartners Clinic Stillwater, share the signs that you may benefit from hand therapy for your hand, wrist or elbow and what hand therapy entails.

Experts from Programs for Change explain when peer support groups are helpful for the person in recovery and share useful groups for family members.

Physical therapist Scott Gorham, HealthPartners Clinic Stillwater, explains the benefits of blood flow restriction therapy.

Nicholas Weiss, MD, Orthopedic surgeon, Westfields Hospital & Clinic; and TRIA Orthopedic Woodbury and Stillwater, talks about the signs of an ACL injury along with treatment and recovery.

Physical therapy Jackie Voight, TRIA Woodbury, talks about how women can optimize exercise and training around our menstrual cycle.

Betsy Manor, MD, New Richmond Clinic, explains the impact of a family history of heart disease and the factors you can control now for a healthy heart.

A panel with Programs for Change discusses the warning signs of substance use and treatments available.

Learn from Dr. Elizabeth Rice, OB/Gyn, what you can expect during your recovery after giving birth.

Family Medicine Dr. Kelsey Hvidsten talks about risks, complications and healthy choices for pregnant women 35 years or older.

Pediatrician Brian Cress, MD, explains tongue-tie, the symptoms and treatment options.

Physical therapist Scott Gorham gives advice on running outdoors over winter and how to stay motivated when it’s cold outside.

Physical therapists Melanie Kraushaar and Chad Fait share what you should know about therapeutic dry needling.

Heather Erickson, Program director of Behavioral Health Center in Amery, talks about how to manage your anxiety and parent kids to take good risks.

Learn about noise induced hearing loss, the causes and what to do to protect your teen’s hearing with Audiologist Jessica Marquardt, Aud, CCC-A.