Healthy Happy Life Podcast With Dr. Frita

Trump’s daily high-dose aspirin habit is making headlines! We’ll talk about how much aspirin is actually safe, what it does for your heart, and when a “little extra” can be risky. Then, we’re turning to Oprah’s GLP-1 journey and how she’s changing the conversation on obesity and the science behind why experts now call it a disease, not a willpower issue. Next, we’ll cover the nationwide recalls on...

From radioactive shrimp recalls to Trump’s health, to Big Brother star Mickey Lee's heartbreaking death at 35 from cardiac arrest, 2025 delivered some jaw-dropping health headlines. We're closing out the year by breaking down the biggest food recalls that had us checking our freezers (yes, including that Cesium-137 contamination), the celebrity health battles that opened critical convers...

Millions of Americans could lose affordable healthcare coverage as a direct result of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies not being extended. We need to talk about what that really means for everyday families. Today, we’ll break down the healthcare shakeup that could impact doctor visits, medications, and vital preventive care. Then, we’ll discuss the heartbreaking murder of Rob Reiner and his...

South Carolina’s measles outbreak, winter vomiting disease, and Miss Jamaica’s scary fall on stage are lighting up this week’s “Medical Mondays.” We’ll talk about why the U.S. might lose its measles elimination status after more than 1,900 new cases, what’s causing so many stomach bugs this winter, and what really happens when someone suffers a brain bleed. We’ll also look at Andy Dick’s sudden co...

When Sean Combs said he needed a bath after meeting fans, was it about germs or guilt? We're breaking down that viral moment from the Netflix Reckoning documentary and getting to the bottom of what it really tells us about germaphobia, symbolic cleansing, and the psychology of fame. Then let's talk about the CDC's review of the hepatitis B birth dose. This vaccine has wiped out chil...

YouTube star Funky Dineva’s prostate cancer diagnosis stopped us in our tracks. We’re talking about why his brave story is a powerful lesson in catching health issues early and what “Stage 1” actually means for recovery. Then we’ll look at that Campbell Soup executive's comment about “food for poor people” and unpack the bigger issue of how income shapes the way we eat. We’ll also take a deep...

The CDC quietly updates vaccine information on its website while Black mothers deliver babies minutes after being dismissed by hospital medical staff. Join us as we dissect these alarming, trending medical headlines affecting real families. We'll also explore Jesse Jackson's battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, separating myths from medical facts about this rare brain disease that...

How does a 24-year-old rising NFL star go from game day glory to tragedy overnight? We’re breaking down the shocking loss of Dallas Cowboys’ Marshawn Kneeland and what his story teaches us about the urgency of mental health awareness. Then, we’ll talk about Trina Braxton’s husband’s terrifying heart scare and the myths that could cost lives. We’ll also revisit former Vice President Dick Cheney’s 4...

Is Donald Trump's surprise MRI and '2nd annual exam' just good medicine or something we need to worry about? There's a lot of buzz around the state of Trump's health, plus RFK Jr. just changed his tune, stepping back from his Tylenol-autism remarks. The Fresh Prince star's heartbreaking story of 4 heart attacks by 42 once again shows us why young men need to pay atten...

Kardashian or suffer the dangerous consequences of dehydration like Brandy did on the Chicago leg of the Brandy and Monica Tour? Or maybe you’ve wondered what it really means to be diagnosed with both schizophrenia and bipolar disorder - something famous rapper, Gucci Mane, recently revealed. Let’s break down these trending medical headlines and the latest celebrity health news together in real-ti...

Your group chat has probably been buzzing about D’Angelo's sudden passing from pancreatic cancer and Diane Keaton's cause of death being released over the last week, and we are making medical sense of these headlines and much more. Join us for this replay, as we break down the REAL risk factors for pancreatic cancer and unveil the truth about Pneumonia. And with a measles outbreak in Sou...

Six former Surgeons General are sounding the alarm about RFK Jr. while Dolly Parton jokes about her "100,000-mile checkup." Meanwhile, Deion Sanders recovers from blood clot surgery, and Matthew Knowles shares cancer insights that could change your family's health story. We'll tell you why America's top doctors are coming together in a rare public warning about our Health...

Abbott Elementary star Tyler James Williams' Crohn’s disease battle, Madonna’s bacterial infection ICU experience, and Breast Cancer myths lead our next Medical Mondays live. We’ll run Myth vs. Fact to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💝. We’ll unpack Madonna’s ICU scare with a simple sepsis plan of defense. We’ll also translate Tyler James Williams’s Crohn’s story into plain talk: what...

Tylenol, Acetaminophen and autism, the FDA’s new label language, political pressure in medicine, leucovorin “miracle” claims, newborn hepatitis B shots, and Louisiana’s worst whooping cough surge in 35 years. What’s real and what’s rumor? We would like to thank our special guests today.  Please be sure to follow them on social media: Dr. Ju - Julianne Adams Birt, MD Instagram: https://www.instagra...

Picture this: your Apple Watch buzzes and suddenly you’re faced with a warning about high blood pressure. Would you trust it? Next Medical Monday at noon EST, we’ll unpack what these new alerts actually mean for your health, especially when so many people walk around not knowing their blood pressure numbers are sky-high. We’ll talk about how tech is changing the game, and why that little wrist vib...

Did you know colon cancer rates in adults under 50 have more than doubled since the 1990s? We’re covering some of the most talked-about medical headlines and celebrity health news, including: 5 years since his passing, Chadwick Boseman’s private battle with colon cancer changed public conversations forever. We’ll tackle myths vs. facts about screening guidelines and diet, and reflect on Dominique...

Florida just flipped the script on childhood vaccine laws, Montell Jordan is facing prostate cancer for a second time, Gordon Ramsay is sounding off about skin cancer, the EU says “no more” to a popular gel nail ingredient, and Lil Jon is flexing his muscles at age 53. We’ll get real about what Florida’s vaccine shakeup means for your family and why herd immunity isn’t just medical jargon, it’s pr...

What if Donald Trump’s online health rumors was more than just a headline? This Monday, we’re putting Trump’s health rumors under the microscope. Those viral images of bruised hands and swollen ankles have everyone talking. We’ll walk you through the real medical explanations: aspirin, chronic venous insufficiency, and more! Plus, I'll share insights from my recent @‌TheDonLemonShow appearanc...

Tamar Braxton wakes up in a pool of blood, missing memories, broken teeth, and a fractured nose. What on earth happened? We’re getting right into the heart of this headline. Let’s break down the real possibilities together: sudden health crisis or something more sinister? We’ll also talk about Judge Frank Caprio, the “nicest judge in the world,” and his fight with pancreatic cancer. There are less...

What’s really going on with Wendy Williams’ health? We’re cutting through the noise to separate fact from fiction about her frontotemporal dementia and aphasia diagnosis. We'll discuss what these conditions truly are and what her medical exams could mean for her future. We're also discussing the tough questions about Gladys Knight. When does a family disagreement become elder abuse? We&a...

This week, we're getting into the real-life consequences, including Christina Applegate’s ER visit for a kidney infection, an influencer's spinal fracture from the Nicki Minaj Stiletto Challenge, and what a 'compression fracture' truly means for your body. We'll also get into the painful reality of gout, sparked by Anthony Anderson's recent "King's Disease&q...

What could a tiny tick bite possibly have in common with a Super Bowl champion’s bladder? This week, we’re getting into the hidden health battles of the rich and famous, starting with Justin Timberlake’s debilitating struggle with Lyme disease and what it means for the thousands who suffer in silence. We're going to bust some serious myths about Deion Sanders’ health and his incredible fight...

What if the next headline you read could save a life? This week, we’re taking a closer look at the heartbreaking loss of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, an actor so many of us grew up watching. His tragic drowning has put rip current dangers back in the spotlight. Why talking openly about these tragedies isn’t just respectful, it’s essential. Then, we’ll turn to the world of pro wrestling and the official r...

Today, we’re talking about President Trump's health. After being seen with swollen legs, he was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). We'll explain what this common condition is, what causes it, and what you need to know. We're also tackling other major celebrity health news, including the intense online debate over Serena Williams' gym selfies, Taylor Swift’s dad’...

When a 23-year-old like NeNe Leakes' son faces stroke and heart failure, we must ask: Why are these "older adult" conditions striking our young? This Monday at Noon EST, we're diving deep into three important medical stories, from Brentt Leakes' fight for life to Venus Williams' battle with debilitating fibroids, and the groundbreaking type 1 diabetes Barbie Doll that...