It’s All About Health & Fitness

Episode#266-Taped September 20, 2023   We talk about breaking the silence of mental illness and suicide awareness. September is set aside as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month to bring awareness and discuss this highly stigmatized topic. The National Alliance on Mental Illness uses this month to spread hope and vital information to people affected by suicide. Not only this month but...

Episode#265-Taped September 13, 2023   We talk about quality sleep and why we need it. We know that some of us because of the work we do or even some of the obligations that we have; it may not be possible for us to get quality sleep and we have to stay up late. We are going to discuss some of the proven ways that you can stay up late if you have to and how to do it safely without sabotaging...

Episode#264-Taped August 16, 2023 We talk about research articles and hot topics. Studies are now showing that chronic stress can cause inflammation in the body which can lead to many chronic health conditions such as cardiovascular diseases and even cancer.  What can we do about it? There's evidence that how you eat affects how you sleep; maybe eating that pizza before you go to bed is not a grea...

Episode#263-Taped August 09, 2023 We talk about why weight loss gets harder as we age. Research says that as we get older our bodies do not respond the same way to our weight loss efforts or weight maintenance. We are going to focus on what happens as we age and what are some of the proven strategies that we can do to maintain the weight that may work for us and get us back on track to receiving o...

Episode #262-Taped July 19, 2023 We talk about research articles and hot topics. What are the signs that you are eating too much sugar? Having an upset stomach, being irritable, and not being able to sleep can all be warning signs. Sunscreen may be the only anti-aging product that you need.  This can save us a lot of money, right? Some of the articles discussed: Article- Potential signs you're eat...

Episode #261- Taped July 12, 2023 We talk about research articles and hot topics. Beauticians and hairdressers may be at greater risk for ovarian cancer. Researchers identified certain chemicals used in these jobs that are associated with higher ovarian cancer risk. A new study shows that surgical patients with a cannabis use disorder are 20% more likely to have serious complications than folks wh...

Episode #260-Taped June 21, 2023 We talk about research articles and hot topics. We take a look at some of the health screenings that men need to protect themselves and live healthily. We look at men's mental health symptoms, treatments, and where they can find help. We also reveal an excerpt from Dr. Brian William's upcoming book on racism, violence, and how we can heal . Some of the articles dis...

Episode #259-Taped June 14, 2023 We talk about muscle mass loss- sarcopenia. We look at understanding the causes and solutions. Losing muscle mass and strength occurs naturally as we age and it can have a variety of negative effects on our health and well-being. We will talk more about what we can do to slow down or prevent muscle loss as we lose weight and as we grow older.   Rate This Podca...

Episode #258-Taped June 07, 2023 We talk about hot topics and research articles. Researchers for the first time find brain signals of chronic pain. The study linked chronic pain to activity on the orbitofrontal cortex; how will this affect treatment in dealing with chronic pain? Does cracking your knuckles cause arthritis? Some of the articles discussed: Article-Does cracking your knuckles cause a...

Episode #257-Taped May 24, 2023 We talk about research articles and hot topics. According to the latest research, cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 cause of death among those 65 and older and disproportionately affects Black and Hispanic communities; we are going to discuss what is needed to help and treat this community. Dr. Dee Banks will tell us the latest on post-shingle encephalitis and how...

Episode #256-Taped April 26, 2023 We talk about America's 4th leading cause of death. According to new research, poverty is the 4th greatest cause of death in the United States.  It's estimated that poverty was associated with 183,000 deaths in 2019 among people 15 yrs. and older. We are going to discuss the latest measures and definitions of poverty. We also will talk about what we can do to addr...

Episode #255-Taped April 19, 2023 We talk about research articles and hot topics. We hear all the time from the media that probiotic supplements are necessary for gut health but maybe these supplements may not be healthy for us at all! Let's reexamine our approach to treating low back pain; we may be treating low back pain all wrong. Some of the articles discussed: Article-Probiotic supplements ma...

Episode #254-Taped April 12, 2023 We talk about health tips to lose weight the healthy way and that actually works. Here is a tip to improve your diet quality. Researchers looked at data from more than 15, 000 people and found that those who ate the least processed foods had a lower risk of obesity, while those who ate the most had an elevated risk. We are going to look closely at evidence-based,...

Episode #253-Taped March 29, 2023 We talk about research articles and hot topics. How do you deal with caregiver stress and burnout? These are specific guidelines that you should follow to help you better manage caregiver stress. A new evidence review states that heart health benefits from successfully losing 5 to 10 libs. remain even if some of the weight comes back. Research shows that small gai...

Episode #252-Taping March 22, 2023 We talk about research articles and hot topics. A new study is showing that Type 2 diabetics should switch to a low-carb plant-based diet to boost longevity and lifespan. Is that even possible? Obesity experts say that Wegovy, a semaglutide shrinks muscle mass. Is that safe or dangerous? And what should we do? CDC, says that there is a deadly fungal infection spr...

Episode #251-Taped March 15, 2023 We talk about research articles and hot topics. What is the best time to exercise- is it morning or afternoon? And how is that linked to lower risk of death from heart disease and cancer? A study is showing that a popular sugar substitute that is found in many keto-friendly foods can significantly increase heart disease risk. Some of the articles discussed: Articl...

Episode #250-Taped February 22, 2023 We talk about how to manage a healthy lifestyle by mastering your cortisol levels. Cortisol is a glucocorticoid hormone that is an essential hormone that affects almost every organ and tissue in our bodies. It helps play an important role such as regulating our body's tissue, suppressing inflammation, regulating blood pressure and blood glucose levels, and even...

Episode #249-Taped February 15, 2023 We talk about managing a healthy lifestyle even if you're crazy busy. There are ways in which you can still practice healthy living and incorporate it into your everyday routine without spending hours and hours doing so. We are going to show you how. Joining us is Brad Kearns , a best-selling author, podcast host, speaker, and former triathlete. He will discuss...

Episode#248- Taped-February 08, 2023 We discuss hot topics and research articles. Can a high dosage of Vitamin D prevent diabetes? The USDA proposes new rules to cut sugar and salt in school meals. A research study suggests that a healthy BMI and adequate sleep both are independently associated with a lower risk of Long COVID. Some of the articles discussed: Article-Measles outbreak in Ohio declar...

Episode #247-Taped January 25, 2023 We discuss hot topics and research articles. The AHA gives us 5 things that we need to know about AEDs especially since a defibrillator helped save Damar Hamlin's life. Who knew, that happy loved teens become heart healthier as adults? What is the best diet for Afib? A healthy diet can improve the way you manage atrial fibrillation. Some of the articles discusse...

Episode #246-Taped January 18, 2023 We are revisiting the Blue Zones lifestyle. Blue Zones are places around the world where people consistently live over 100 years old.  Dan Buettner, the CEO of Blue Zones, LLC along with other scientists have studied over the years evidence-based common denominators of these places. We will discuss the 9 specific characteristics and lifestyles that the centenari...

Episode #245-Taped December 21. 2022 We talk about research articles and hot topics. A new survey reveals that close to one in 10 American men suffer from depression or anxiety but fewer than half get treatment.  We are hyping up and repeating data that is not true. Research reported that many Americans believe that suicide rates spike up every year around the holiday season, but there is one catc...

Episode #244- Taped November 9, 2022 We talk about long COVID or post-COVID and the latest updates. Post-COVID conditions are a wide range of new, returning, or ongoing health problems that people experience after being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19. Our co-host Dr. Dee Banks, an infectious disease specialist will explain more about long COVID and give us updates on what we should b...

Episode #243-Taped November 02, 2022 We talk about simple heart-healthy eating strategies to ensure that we eat to live and lower our risk of heart disease. One person dies every 34 seconds in the U.S. It's predicted that by 2035, 45% of the U.S. adult population will live with cardiovascular disease.  Research has shown that with a healthy diet and lifestyle, we can fight against cardiovascular d...

Episode #242- Taped October 26, 2022 We talk about research articles and hot topics. Research states that too often women aren't told of the sexual side effects of cancer treatments; why is that so and what can we do about it? We will talk about Asha Miller's story of how she had to navigate breast cancer treatment as a black woman. She couldn't find the support she needed as a Black woman going t...