In Good Health

There are already medications available to treat HIV, but now there might be a cure. There’s a new way to lose weight… and it doesn’t involve medication. Standing at your desk might fix your back pain. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-curing-hiv-invest-in-standing-desks-and-the-right-fiber-for-weight-loss Facebook: ingoodhealthpod X: @ ingoodhealthpod IG: @ingoodhealthpod Y...

Closed adoptions are common in many states, but is this practice a detriment to the adopted kids? Our experts explain the unique loss felt by children and teens who never know where they came from and their family lineage. Our guests also question whether birth parents have the right to hide their identity from their biological children. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/unsealing-the-rec...

Since being officially labeled as a condition in 2013, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) has been getting more attention. Cassidy Arvidson, an online advocate, explains what it feels like when food is one of your biggest fears, and a medical expert discusses the treatment options for these patients. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/arfid-awareness-what-if-eating-was-your-...

Trauma can span generations – even after adoption. Should kids stop bringing lunch to school? Your eyes need protection from the coronavirus. Do you need a change in life? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-generational-trauma-how-covid-affects-our-vision-and-how-to-pull-yourself-out-of-a-rut Facebook: ingoodhealthpod X: @ ingoodhealthpod IG: @ingoodhealthpod YouTube: @ingood...

Today’s scientists follow strict guidelines and standards when conducting research. But it wasn’t that long ago when the rules were much looser – to the detriment of the study’s participants. Our expert details his personal experience with unethical research and explains how the field has evolved to better protect research subjects. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/unethical-research-and...

Janet Sherlund and her three siblings were all adopted, but they never felt like a true family. She lived every day with the grief of not knowing where she came from and was unable to find out because of sealed records. Our expert explains how this detachment often derails child development and creates lasting trauma into adulthood. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/love-is-not-enough-to-...

Would you get a brain implant? Is the ER a place for kids? We may soon have bionic skin. Listen to this before becoming vegetarian. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-brain-implants-to-treat-depression-how-emergency-rooms-can-save-more-kids-and-we-may-soon-have-bionic-skin Facebook: ingoodhealthpod X: @ ingoodhealthpod IG: @ingoodhealthpod YouTube: @ingoodhealthpod Spotify&nb...

Many families rely on infant formula to feed their babies, but these products still can’t perfectly recreate the magic of breast milk. This week, We speak with Dr. Patrick Shih, a researcher who’s discovered a new way to replicate compounds found in breast milk that’ve eluded the industry for decades. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/infant-formula-vs-breast-milk-how-we-can-bridge-the-nu...

With the Olympics underway, we get to see some of the best athletes from around the world compete for gold. However, a chance at the podium requires more than just physical skill. Our experts explain the mental training that goes into this preparation, and how athletes can stay on top of their mental health. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/2024-olympics-how-athletes-like-clayton-young-p...

Lifesaving medication that can turn deadly. TikToker’s aren’t doctors. Working on the night shift may be causing you extra stress. Is plant formula the new breast milk? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-the-common-antibiotic-that-increases-your-risk-of-death-stop-getting-your-information-from-tiktok-and-why-night-shifts-are-bad-for-your-health Facebook: ingoodhealthpod X: @...

It’s not uncommon to see parents swinging their kids around or avoiding a fall by lifting them up by one arm. Unfortunately, these common moves can dislocate your child’s elbow and lead to more issues down the road. Our expert discusses the common causes of nursemaid’s elbow and how to fix the injury. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/nursemaids-elbow-the-playful-move-that-can-injure-your...

You know that little voice inside your head? Well, not everyone has it. In fact, we all exist on a spectrum from those who talk to themselves all day long, to many who think a few words here and there. Our expert explains the impact of having less inner speech and the creative methods used to research this phenomenon. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/not-everyone-has-an-inner-voice-do-yo...

Honey bees may make an appearance at your next doctor’s visit. Should all kids be sent to preschool? Can dreams help us process negative emotions? The American diet is improving, but that’s not good enough. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-honeybees-can-sniff-out-cancer-how-dreams-influence-our-emotions-and-is-preschool-crucial-for-later-success Facebook: ingoodhealthpod X:...

While some women won’t even know they’ve developed a uterine fibroid, most will have at least some – often significant – symptoms due to the tumor. They can cause heavy bleeding, anemia, and infertility. Our expert shares everything you need to know about fibroids, including alternative treatment options. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/fibroids-what-to-know-about-the-tumor-most-women-w...

It may seem like people are taking weight loss drugs like candy these days, but what are the true side effects of these GLP-1 medications? We discuss the life-changing results, what we don’t yet know about these drugs, as well as the concerns around these medications becoming popular in certain communities. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/the-skinny-revolution-does-ozempic-simply-mask-a...

The invisible burden of frontline workers. Quitting e-cigarettes may have just gotten a lot easier. Some newborn senses are more important than others. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-an-easier-way-to-quit-e-cigarettes-why-first-responders-have-a-higher-risk-of-dementia-and-is-smell-our-most-important-sense Facebook: ingoodhealthpod X: @ ingoodhealthpod IG: @ingoodhealthpo...

This year, the Crumbley’s became the first parents of a school shooter to be held criminally responsible for the actions of their son. What type of precedent will this set? Our experts discuss where the line is being drawn between being a bad parent and playing an active role in murder.  Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/bad-parents-vs-criminally-liable-whos-to-blame-in-a-school-shootin F...

You’ve probably noticed the recent uptick in political ads, but have you ever wondered how effective these commercials are? Our experts break down the psychology behind these advertisements – including the reason behind why we’re seeing so many more negative ones.  Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/youre-being-influenced-by-political-ads-heres-how-theyre-doing-it Facebook: ingoodhealthpod...

Being placed in foster care can be traumatic – but getting out isn’t much better. More and more babies are being born prematurely, and climate change might have something to do with it. We know that babies like to move their hands, but it turns out they might not just be playing. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-how-climate-change-may-be-affecting-pregnancies-aging-out-of-f...

Experts are predicting at least five major storms this year, and communities need to be prepared to focus on more than just rebuilding. Natural disasters are a hotbed for human traffickers to exploit both the affected families and contracted workers. Our expert explains this connection and how we can reduce the prevalence of sex and labor trafficking in the wake of increasing natural disasters. Le...

There’s a lot of misconceptions about the homeless population, from rates of addiction to employment opportunities. Dr. Deborah Padgett, a professor of social work, explains the real causes of homelessness and how many Americans are one crisis away from finding themselves in a similar situation. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/more-than-mental-illness-the-truth-about-homelessness Facebo...

Should you use ice or heat on an injury? If you have breast cancer you may want to go vegan. Plus, will drinking alcohol ever be healthy? Studies cited: https://now.tufts.edu/2024/05/15/are-you-using-heat-and-ice-properly https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10549-024-07266-1 https://www.nature.com/articles/s41565-024-01657-7 Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-dont-ice-...

Food insecurity in America is back on the rise after a decade of downward trends. Dr. Sara Bleich, a public health policy expert, reveals the top contributing factors and which communities are most at-risk. She also discusses federal programs that are making a positive impact to reverse this concerning uptick in food insecurity. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/child-hunger-in-america-ri...

Why do black women develop more aggressive cancers? That’s a question that a new, 30-year-long study is setting out to answer – among other disparity concerns. Dr. Lauren McCullough, a principal investigator for the research, discusses the importance of this study and how listeners can get involved. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/voices-of-black-women-long-term-cancer-research-for-the-...

Bad night of sleep? It could be signaling an autoimmune disease. Older women may want to consider a vegetarian diet. It’s recently been discovered that a small part of the population has no inner voice. Can magic mushrooms cure a stutter? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-nightmares-may-be-signaling-a-deeper-illness-why-older-women-should-go-vegan-and-some-people-dont-have-a...