Healthy Happy Life Podcast With Dr. Frita

What Causes Hypertension?  I'm Dr. Frita. Did you know that high blood pressure is a leading cause of heart disease and heart failure, and the number two cause of kidney failure? Today, I will give a general overview of hypertension or high blood pressure. I will discuss the definition of hypertension, which actually just changed in 2017 based on the recommendations of the American College of...

The flu is a term that gets thrown around quite a bit, but what exactly is influenza? What are the causes? What are the symptoms, and the treatments? When is the flu season? And what about the flu vaccine? Can you get the flu from the flu vaccine and why in the world is there a different flu vaccine every year? I'm Dr. Frita and in this podcast episode, I'll be answering these questions...

If you're living with diabetes, you know that it can be a real pain – both figuratively and literally. But what exactly is diabetes? In this episode of a "Healthy Happy Life Podcast," I break down this complex disease, discussing everything from the symptoms of diabetes to how it's diagnosed and treated. You'll come away from this episode with a much better understanding o...

Lung cancer is the number one cause of cancer death in the United States, in both men and women, and it is the second most common cause of cancer. In today's podcast episode, I'm going to give an overview of lung cancer. I'll talk about the leading causes, the symptoms, the staging, and the treatments. This information is critical for anyone who wants to protect themselves from this...

Do you suffer from red, itchy, or watery eyes? Have you ever injured your eye and caused it to become red? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then this podcast episode is for you! In October, we celebrate National Eye Injury Prevention Month. This is a great time to learn about the different causes of red eyes and how to prevent them. According to the CDC, Americans visit the doctor...

In this episode of my podcast, I will be sharing tips on how to detect breast cancer early, the importance of regular screenings and self-exams, and what to do if you or a loved one is diagnosed. Breast cancer kills over 40,000 women in the United States each year. It is the second leading cause of cancer death among women. One in eight women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. If you thin...

Today we're talking about how to unclog your arteries naturally. With all of our processed food, pollution, lack of exercise, etc. it's more important than ever before that we take care of ourselves, so this podcast episode is for people who are looking for a way to improve and maintain their vascular health. In this podcast episode, I break down seven methods to help unclog your arterie...

In this podcast episode, I answer the questions: What is monkeypox? Is it deadly? How do you get monkeypox? What are the symptoms? Is there a treatment, or is there prevention? And most importantly, should you be worried?  I'll also talk about where monkeypox comes from, how it's spread, and the symptoms to look out for. As well as dispel some myths about the virus, and offer some tips o...

In this podcast episode, I discuss the 10 worst causes of high blood pressure. You're probably doing some of them without even realizing it! From smoking to stress, there are a number of things that can raise your blood pressure. But don't worry, I'm here to help you identify the problem areas and offer solutions. This podcast is intended to be informational only.  It is not a medic...

Kidney disease is a major health problem in America, and an estimated 30 million Americans have it. 33% of people are at risk for developing kidney problems because they don't know their risks or take care to prevent them from happening! So what can we do? Well in today's podcast I'm going to give you the top 10 ways to keep your kidneys healthy! You're probably thinking, &quot...

Type 2 diabetes is a preventable disease, but it's not always easy to tell if you have it. That's why it's important to be aware of the symptoms and warning signs so you can get treatment early. In today's podcast, we discuss 7 huge warning signs that you might have type 2 diabetes. This podcast is intended to be informational only.  It is not a medical consultation, nor is it...

There's a lot of misinformation out there about lupus. Is lupus a serious disease? How do you know if you have it? The truth is, that lupus is a complex disease with many symptoms. It's important to know the facts about lupus so that you can get the treatment you need if you do have it.  In this episode of the "Healthy, Happy Life Podcast", we discuss the shocking truth about l...

Do you have high blood pressure? You're not alone. In this podcast, I answer the top 21 questions people have about high blood pressure. From causes and symptoms to treatments and prevention, I've got you covered! So listen now and learn more about this common health condition.  Be sure to download your copy of my book, Under Pressure: A Guide To Controlling High Blood Pressure! Do you o...

Today we are discussing kidney failure symptoms and the top 10 signs of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Many of my patients whom I diagnose had no idea of the kidney failure symptoms. Many of them were also unaware that they were even at risk for kidney failure or kidney disease. In this podcast, I discuss the 10 most common signs and symptoms of kidney failure. If you are experiencing any of these...

I'm Dr. Frita your host of the Healthy Happy Life Podcast! I invite you to join me every week as I share evidence-based medical information on a variety of health and wellness topics in a relatable, easy-to-understand format.  I'm a triple board-certified medical doctor and I know first-hand how important it is to manage your health on a daily basis.  That's why I designed my show t...