Straight Talk on Health

There have been a couple of interesting basic research studies on nutrients that have an impact on several health conditions. Without this basic science, the cures of tomorrow may never happen. Dr. Chet covers these and gives a couple of other updates on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

Years ago, scientists attempted to provide a partial solution to the rise in degenerative diseases like cardiovascular disease, and factors such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol. It didn’t go very far, but it’s back. Dr. Chet shares what researchers found on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

Dr. Chet Zelsako tries to stay current on health news by checking in on the research that’s been reported. He decided to listen to a variety of other health-related podcasts to see what they are saying. Dr. Chet tells us what he found on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

Michigan and the rest of the country have a problem with PFAS and other forever chemicals. Do they really last forever in our body? Dr. Chet Zelasko talks about the latest research and also gives an update on why you might need an exit strategy if you’re going to use a new diet or weight loss medication. That’s all ahead on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

A recent study has suggested that Body Mass Index is an antiquated way to assess mortality risk. They propose a simple instrument you may already have in your home that may assess percentage body fat that they claim is a better tool to assess mortality risk. We’ll check it out on this edition of Straight Talk on Health.

A recent study has created interest in lithium as a potential contributor to brain health. Dr. Chet looks at why this metal has scientists and clinicians eagerly awaiting further research on its potential benefits for your brain on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

The leadership of the FDA has decided to put cautionary statements on a commonly used over-the-counter pain reliever and expand the use of another form of vitamin medication without supporting research. Dr. Chet Zelasko looks into the facts on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

Today Dr. Chet Zelasko covers a few short topics that are on people’s minds these days. Topics include AI and health information, walking, strength, and flipping the switch on eating vegetables and fruit. All that on this edition on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

Did you ever wonder how many times your heart has to beat in your lifetime? Have you ever had to stop and think to keep your heart beating? Of course not, because it just keeps beating on its own. Today on Straight Talk on Health, Dr. Chet Zelasko talks about why your heart can last a lifetime despite the things that can go wrong

NAC is an approved pharmaceutical for use in accidental poisonings from specific medications. It’s also a dietary supplement that may help your body detoxify itself. What is NAC and what does it do? That’s our topic on this edition of Straight Talk on Health with Dr. Chet Zelasko

There are some recent additions to health products and some theories concerning them that Dr. Chet Zelasko has been looking into. Are these theories based on reality or fiction? Dr. Chet gives you the run down on each one on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

Do you know the difference between pain and discomfort? Is there a difference? Dr. Chet Zelasko says there is and he’ll try to explain it - and how to deal with each on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

Have you ever had one of your heroes destroy your trust in them? Have you ever met someone who never wants to die? Have you seen things you just can’t believe? Those topics and more on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

Can you beat aging? If you know how to stop time, then sure. Can you be the best version of yourself at any age? Yes, and some recent research has shown some of the things you’ll need to do that. Dr. Chet shares the details on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

Statins lower cholesterol, but how do they do that and why do people dislike taking them? How can you naturally relieve stress? Dr. Chet addresses these questions and more on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

Dr. Chet Zelasko has been asked a lot of questions about the new diabetes and weight loss medications. Chet gives you the complete story on Glucagon-like Peptide, or GLP-1 (GLP One) on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

A recent research paper grabbed the headlines suggesting that the supplement creatine didn’t contribute to gains in muscle mass as much as prior research had shown. Dr. Chet checks out the study and gives you his analysis on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

We all know too many people died from COVID, but what about excess deaths from other causes? How does the U.S. compare with other high-income countries? We’ll look at a recent comparison of mortality rates in high income countries before, during, and after COVID on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

Protecting your brain should be a priority for all of us. What role does magnesium have? Dr. Chet shares the latest research on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

What does barbecuing beef brisket have to do with weight loss and fitness plateaus? More than you realize. Dr. Chet explains on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

Influencers and purported health experts just can’t seem to let go of their obsession with seed oils. On this episode of Straight Talk on Health, Dr. Chet Zelasko checks out exactly what they’re saying to determine whether their concerns real or imagined

Today, Dr. Chet Zelasko examines a recent study on creatine. Does it really help you add more muscle? Then he looks at the fitness of a 92-year-old. It’s all on this episode of Straight Talk on Health

Dr. Chet recently read a post on social media that said pharmaceutical companies are not interested in curing disease. While not a fan of the industry, Chet knows that many people are alive today because of pharmaceuticals. But are they cured? That’s what he examines on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

A recent study examined the potential for arsenic poisoning if you eat brown rice. Dr. Chet looks at the study and tells us whether the results are meaningful or not on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

Dr. Chet recently listened to a report on a study on the topic of pulmonary effusion that stopped him in his tracks. Pulmonary effusion is the topic of today’s Straight Talk on Health episode