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Healthy Talk

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Dr. Michael A. Smith, MD, is committed to providing listeners with the most current health information available. His weekly show is the place to listen to respected experts in the fields of integrative health, wellness, fitness, and medicine. Dr. Mike's engaging ability to present complex medical topics in a clear, conversational manner has attracted a sizable following of anti-aging and disease-prevention enthusiasts who have dubbed him "the country doctor with a city education." Healthy Talk is produced in conjunction with the Life Extension Foundation.

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Ask Dr. Mike: Reducing Risk for Genetic Cancer Predisposition

February 24, 2016 16:45 - 8.91 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: I don’t want to get cancer, but I have a family history of cancer. What can I do to decrease my odds? The key to cancer prevention is keeping your cells healthy. Cancer is a cell gone bad. The basic blueprint that drives the engine of a cell turns bad when you have can...

Ask Dr. Mike: Repeat Heart Attack Prevention

February 24, 2016 16:33 - 8.91 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: Can you suggest a heart protocol for someone who has had a heart attack? Many patients go on an ACE inhibitor or something to control blood pressure. We devise regimens that are appropriate based on individuals. Don’t stop taking medicine without talking to your doctor...

Safe Exercises for Lung Disease Patients

February 24, 2016 16:22 - 8.9 MB

Everyone knows exercise is a component of healthy living. It's important to exercise, even when challenged with lung disease. Speaking with your doctor and starting out with a low gradient is the best way to get started. Here are some exercises for beginners who are battling lung disease: Yoga, which focuses on breathing. There are classes available for those with difficulty breathing. You can feel your breathing improve if you continue practicing yoga. Walking, which is an easy way to g...

Stem Cell Therapy Takes on Lung Disease

February 24, 2016 16:11 - 7.78 MB

Stem cells are the body's natural way of healing. When you are sick or injured, stem cells travel through the body to the site that needs repair. But, the stem cells the body provides don't work fast enough to remedy a chronic progressive disease like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Stem cell therapy introduces additional stem cells to battle the disease by rebuilding healthy cells in the affected area. New developments in stem cell therapy indicate that the lung cells may be...

Benefits of Female Ginseng

February 24, 2016 16:00 - 8.9 MB

Ginseng is well known for for its ability to support male sexual function, heart health, and endurance. Dong quai is known as the female ginseng, mainly because of its ability to ease menopausal symptoms. But, dong quai can help men and women alike with a myriad of concerns. Dong quai supports mood with potential seratonin-like qualities. It also supports bone strength and eases inflammation of the joints. It supports lung health with its anti-inflammatory ability, serves as a brain booste...

Ask Dr. Mike: Osteoporosis Prevention & Virus Help

February 17, 2016 16:45 - 8.89 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: I am healthy and 74 years old. My family doc said I need to take fosamax because I have osteopenia that could become osteoporosis. I have asthma and it has always been well controlled. I took my first fosamax pill and had a headache for 24 hours. I rarely get headaches,...

Ask Dr. Mike: Curcumin to Fight Alzheimer's & Vitamin D Levels

February 17, 2016 16:33 - 8.89 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: I read an article on www.lifeextension.com about curcumin and how it might be an Alzheimer's treatment. It didn't get into how it would do it, other than curcumin is a good antioxidant. Can you explain how curcumin works? Curcumin is a potent antioxidant. It breaks the...

Food: The Gut-Brain Connection

February 17, 2016 16:22 - 8.9 MB

Your moment-to-moment weight can ultimately be determined by a simple equation: calories in minus calories out. How your body handles stress, calorie combinations, seratonin in the brain, hormones, sugar management, inflammation, and chronic disease can all influence how your body works with that equation. Combining sugar and fat together changes the types of bacteria that live in the small bowel. That can influence appetite and weight. Not only can the brain influence hunger and digestio...

Why You Eat What You Eat

February 17, 2016 16:11 - 8.89 MB

There is no miracle solution to weight loss. The latest cleanse or elimination diet won't shed the pounds and keep them off. Learning better eating habits can help you lose the weight. Some foods give you an energy boost, and some foods make you drag. When you are aware of the foods that work for YOU, you will be on the path to success. How do genetics and emotions lead you to eat certain foods? Dr. Cliff Thomas joins Dr. Mike to discuss how your eating habits are influenced by genetics a...

An Apple a Day Keeps Prescriptions at Bay

February 17, 2016 16:00 - 8.89 MB

How do you like them apples? A new study indicates apple eaters may be less likely to require prescription medications. Scientists tracked the nutritional habits of 8,399 individuals to compare the data of those who ate an apple a day to those who didn't eat apples. Nine percent of participants consumed an apple a day, and they were slightly less likely to be on medications than non-apple eaters. Other benefits to eating raw apples: Better sexual health Lower cholesterol Lower blood pres...

Ask Dr. Mike: Cancer Linked to Mold & Sugar PLUS Chest Virus Duration

February 10, 2016 16:45 - 8.95 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: Is mold really linked to cancer? More oncologists and research doctors have been looking at the possibility that infectious agents in certain settings can initiate cancer over the past few years. Molds can create toxins. The toxin that gets into the cell damages the DN...

Commit to a Knee-Centric Lifestyle

February 10, 2016 16:33 - 8.91 MB

Knees receive a lot of stress and torque on a daily basis. The way you stand, walk, and move can greatly impact your knee health. What habits are harming your knees? How can you change those habits to preserve your knees? Listen in as Dr. Gregory Martin joins Dr. Mike to discuss how you can stop destroying and start preserving your knees.

Ask Dr. Mike: 5 Tips to Look & Feel Better PLUS Joint Pain Post-Surgery

February 10, 2016 16:33 - 8.89 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: What are five things I can do right now to look better and feel better? It’s easy to believe anybody online. We have to be careful when we research. Not everyone knows what they’re talking about, and a lot of people are trying to sell you something. These five things ...

Ways to Keep Your Knees Strong & Healthy

February 10, 2016 16:22 - 8.91 MB

Knee problems are very common, and they happen in people of all ages. Nearly everyone will have some knee trouble at some point, possibly requiring surgery. There are treatments and options that can not only reduce and eliminate knee pain, but also postpone or prevent surgery. Listen in as Dr. Gregory Martin joins Dr. Mike to discuss simple ways to keep your knees strong and healthy, including the following: Lose weight Exercise regularly Reduce intake of inflammatory foods Choose sup...

5 Foods that Live Up to the Hype

February 10, 2016 16:00 - 8.97 MB

Not all dietary recommendations are based on research. Dr. Mike skips past the assumptions about food and makes recommendations based on solid evidence. What five foods live up to they hype for improved health? Avocados. They have good fats that may combat triglycerides. Their fiber content is high. Half of an avocado provides 4.5 to 5.5 grams of fiber. Americans should get 40 to 50 grams of fiber per day, but most only get 10 to 15 grams of fiber per day. Avocados also good for the eyes, c...

Ask Dr. Mike: Trouble Sleeping on Supplements & Arterial Plaque

February 03, 2016 16:45 - 8.92 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: I’ve been taking 100 mg of CoQ-10 enzyme for cell energy for many years. In the past six weeks, I’ve started taking AMPK activator as well. Lately I’ve had trouble sleeping more than four or five hours a night. I have lots of energy. I’m 72 and have a 70% raw food diet ...

Ask Dr. Mike: Is Kefir Liquid Gold? PLUS Pros & Cons of Telemedicine

February 03, 2016 16:33 - 8.9 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: I eat more whole foods than processed foods and I try to remain very healthy. I've been drinking a few ounces of kefir every day on an empty stomach. I've been reading great things about it-- including healing, preventative, and wellness benefits. I purchase it from a l...

New Evidence on Vitamin D & Omega-3s as Mood Boosters

February 03, 2016 16:22 - 8.89 MB

An estimated 44 million American adults are suffering from mental illness. Omega-3s and vitamin D have been previously suggested to help treat mental illnesses. New research has determined the role each plays in increasing serotonin. Listen in as Kathy Gruver, PhD, joins Dr. Mike to discuss what each supplement can do to boost serotonin levels.

Health Spell: Hypnosis for a Better You

February 03, 2016 16:11 - 8.9 MB

Hypnosis is a natural state for human beings. We've all had the experience of driving and suddenly realize we passed our exit and have no idea where we are. Or, you're reading a book and realize you've turned three or four pages but haven't actually read anything. Those are both examples of moments of hypnosis. How can this natural state be employed to help people? Who can be hypnotized? How does it work? What conditions can it help treat? Dr. Kathy Gruver, alternative medicine practiti...

Fenugreek Boosts Female Sex Drive

February 03, 2016 16:00 - 8.89 MB

Fenugreek extract has been used to treat many ailments, including female reproductive issues and digestive issues. Recent studies show that it may assist in lowering cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Fenugreek extract has also supported the male libido, and clinical trials have shown success in boosting female sexual desire as well. How can this supplement boost your desire? Listen in as Dr. Mike discusses all the benefits of fenugreek extract on female sex drive.

Ask Dr. Mike: Essential Tremors, Fecal Transplants & Is Alzheimer's a Fungal Disease?

January 27, 2016 16:45 - 8.91 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: For the past 10 years I've had tremors and it's getting worse. The tremors only happen when I'm signing my name. When I move around, they are okay, and when I'm at rest they are okay. My father also developed tremors at the young age of 60. He died at 97 without being d...

Ask Dr. Mike: Lipid Oxidation from Cooking Eggs

January 27, 2016 16:33 - 8.91 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: Several authors have talked about the amount of lipid peroxidation from cooking eggs. Dr. Mercola only eats raw eggs (I'm not a big fan of raw eggs). The theory is the more you cook egg yolk, the more fat oxidation occurs, which can lead to increased oxidized LDL (bad) ...

Relieve Anxiety with Prebiotics

January 27, 2016 16:22 - 8.92 MB

Prebiotics are probiotic "accomplices" that are made up of non-digestible fiber compounds. Prebiotics help promote activity within your gut bacteria. And, new research suggests that prebiotics may help ease anxiety symptoms. Listen in as Dr. Mike discusses prebiotics and how they can relieve your anxiety.

Developing a Dementia Intervention Plan

January 27, 2016 16:11 - 8.91 MB

Dementia is term used to describe a decline in your brain health. This can include the loss of your ability to think, remember, and/or learn. Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia and accounts for 60-80 percent of all cases. How can you plan a dementia intervention plan if you think someone you love is suffering? What are some of the warning signs you should be watching for? Stephanie Erickson, a clinical social worker, joins Dr. Mike to discuss dementia, as well the time, planni...

Ginseng: Root of Immortality

January 27, 2016 16:00 - 8.89 MB

Ginseng has been used in traditional medicine to help aid and heal a number of aliments. There are two types of ginseng, and studies have found that the different types of ginseng offer numerous health benefits. Ginseng has the power to boost your immune system, lower blood sugar levels, and improve concentration. How else can ginseng improve longevity? Listen in as Dr. Mike discusses all the benefits of ginseng and why you should consider using it.

Ask Dr. Mike: 3 Health Hacks PLUS Calcium Supplementation

January 13, 2016 16:45 - 8.89 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: What are three health hacks to use in your everyday life? 1. Brushing your teeth when you're hungry decreases your appetite. If you're on a diet, or trying to detox after a long binge of unhealthy eating and drinking (aka: the holidays), brushing your teeth can actuall...

Ask Dr. Mike: CoQ10 Dosing PLUS Should You Take Both CoQ10 & AMPK?

January 13, 2016 16:33 - 8.9 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: I started taking CoQ10 based on Dr. Mike's suggestion. However, after a day or so, I started feeling really energized and worried that I was too stimulated, so I stopped. If you've never taken CoQ10 before and you're in your 20s or 30s, you've probably lost a lot of Co...

Post-Holiday Weight Gain: Tips for Recovery

January 13, 2016 16:22 - 8.91 MB

Too many people fail to stick to their New Year's resolutions to lose weight, mostly because they don't plan and implement a weight loss strategy. Rather than radically adjust personal habits in one day, it might be a better idea to do some pre-shopping to stock up on healthier food options and plan a day-by-day diet. Even though exercise is an important factor for losing weight, most weight loss is done within the kitchen. Dr. Sandeep Grewal joins Dr. Mike to share successful tips on how ...

The Science Behind Holiday Weight Gain

January 13, 2016 16:11 - 8.89 MB

Just when you've worked so hard for your summer body, the holidays appear. The temptation of food is almost insurmountable and the likelihood of gaining weight is high. Holiday weight gain occurs from Thanksgiving through New Year's. The average amount of weight gained is one pound, which actually doesn't sound so bad. However, most people typically don't lose this one pound once they've gained it. The average weight gain per year is two pounds, which breaks down to approximately 20 pounds ...

Benefits of Pu-Erh Tea

January 13, 2016 16:00 - 8.89 MB

As you age, not only does your physical appearance change, but your internal body changes as well. For example, your immune system begins to decline and it can't protect as well as it once did. How can Pu-Erh tea help protect your immune system? The blackest of black tea, Pu-Erh tea, has proven to be an immune support powerhouse. Pu-Erh tea is rich in polyphenols and other bioactive molecules, including theabrownins, a unique group of compounds developed during the post-fermentation proce...

Ask Dr. Mike: Calcium Supplementation & Can Inflammation Cause Weight Gain?

January 06, 2016 16:45 - 4.45 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: Can inflammation really be a cause of weight gain? I recently read in an article by a doctor that it can. What are your thoughts? The fat you have in your body works like a factory that pours out inflammatory molecules. These molecules have a metabolic affect that can ...

Ask Dr. Mike: GERD Options, Supplements for Sore Muscles, Calcium in Pill Form

January 06, 2016 16:33 - 4.45 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: I've been a Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) patient since 1998. My doctor has put me on PPI's since then; however, earlier this year my friend encouraged me to reach out to a specialist on natural medicine. During the conversation he recommended that I stop eatin...

Can Obsession with Health Cause an Early Death?

January 06, 2016 16:22 - 4.45 MB

There's nothing wrong with trying to make healthier swaps with foods and making better lifestyle choices, but when it becomes obsessive, it can turn deadly. Orthorexia Nervosa is an eating disorder where you're fixated on healthy eating. It often starts out as an innocent attempt to eat more healthfully, but orthorexics become fixated on food quality and purity. How can you tell if someone is trying to be healthy or if they are struggling from orthorexia? Dr. Ovidio Bermudez and Dr. Mike d...

Eating Disorder Warning Signs

January 06, 2016 16:11 - 4.45 MB

You may be concerned with what you are eating and how you look in the mirror every once in a while, but an eating disorder takes your perceived body image to an serious level. An eating disorder is an illness that causes extreme changes in your everyday diet, such as eating small amounts, overeating or eliminating food altogether. What are the main warning signs to look out for to determine if you or someone you know might have an eating disorder? Dr. Ovidio Bermudez and Dr. Mike discuss w...

Ashwagandha: Boost Your Thyroid Properties Naturally

January 06, 2016 16:00 - 4.44 MB

Your thyroid is not only responsible for your body temperature, but it also acts as an important factor for your metabolism and how you burn and store fat for energy. If your thyroid isn't working properly, it can cause a handful of health issues. If you've been diagnosed with a thyroid disease, you know how frustrating it can be to get the proper dosing of medication. Would you ever consider using herbs to help? Ashwagandha is one of the most popular and powerful herbs in healing and h...

More Sleep & Less Sugar: Secrets to Leading a Great Sex Life

December 16, 2015 16:22 - 8.9 MB

Not sleeping well is sure to interfere with your daily activities and can alter your mood. You may find that when you're overly-tired, you reach for foods and drinks packed with sugar to help boost your energy. By doing that, not only are you damaging your overall health, but you're affecting your sex drive. What is the connection between lack of sleep, too much sugar, and lack of sex-drive? Listen in as Brad Davidson, Co-Founder and Performance Strategist at Stark, joins Dr. Mike to share...

6 Weight Loss Myths that Actually Cause Weight Gain

December 16, 2015 16:11 - 8.92 MB

It seems like every month or so there's a new diet or rule you should be following in order to drop the stubborn weight you can't seem to get rid of. For example, you might have heard that you shouldn't eat past 8 p.m. Or, that you should eat only protein and fat during the day, and carbohydrates at night. Do you know which weight loss myths can actually backfire and cause you to gain more weight? Listen in as Brad Davidson, Co-Founder and Performance Strategist at Stark, joins Dr. Mike to...

Total Arterial Support

December 16, 2015 16:00 - 8.89 MB

As you age, inflammatory cells, lipids, calcium, and cellular waste products build up within the walls of your blood vessels and form arterial plaque. This plaque can build up and rupture and potentially block your blood flow. This can be extremely dangerous, even fatal. How can you find total arterial support to help keep your cells healthy? Listen in as Dr. Mike shares why arterial support is important as you age and how you can find total arterial support.

Ask Dr. Mike: Alternative vs. Traditional Vitamins PLUS Can I Skip a Day of My Supplements?

December 09, 2015 16:45 - 8.89 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: I've been trying to cycle my supplements more. I've been taking supplements during weekdays and taking the weekend off, except for a few supplements. Now, of course we all know we should get everything our body needs from food, but realistically that's difficult. We're ...

Ask Dr. Mike: Fighting Colon Cancer & Reducing Tumor Burden

December 09, 2015 16:33 - 8.91 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: My brother-in-law has colon cancer. What can he take to fight the cancer and reduce what the doctors are calling 'tumor burden'? There are some things that you can do in order to reduce tumor burden, which is how big the tumor is. You can also do some other protocols i...

A Diet for Your Mind

December 09, 2015 16:22 - 8.88 MB

Eating healthy is important for so many reasons. Not only will it help you look great, but it can also help you feel great. Unfortunately, many Americans believe it's easier and more affordable to eat fast food and junk rather than healthy food. By eating unhealthy, processed, and high-calorie foods, you're putting yourself at more risk to have health issues later in your life. Why should you be incorporating more healthy foods like fruit and vegetables in your diet? According to new r...

Is Parkinson's the Symptom of Intestinal Disease?

December 09, 2015 16:11 - 8.91 MB

Parkinson's disease is a neuro-degenerative brain illness where the symptoms slowly get worse over time. According to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, approximately 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson's disease each year, and an estimated 7-10 million people worldwide are living with Parkinson's disease. What are the causes of Parkinson's disease? According to the Michael J. Fox Foundation, a combination of both genetic and environmental causes can be the reason why you may ha...

Beautiful Hair, Skin & Nails from Within

December 09, 2015 16:00 - 8.89 MB

If you have dry, brittle nails or frizzy, frail hair, you might have tried every product possible to help rejuvenate them back to health. However, you may want to consider using collagen and keratin for healthier nails and hair. Collagen is a protein that serves as a key structural component of the connective tissue in your skin, bones, and ligaments. Keratin is a protein that's a major component in your hair, skin, and nails. Listen in as Dr. Mike discusses how you can repair your skin an...

Ask Dr. Mike: Oxidizing Supplements, Vitamin K2 & Do Supplements & Vitamins Deteriorate ...

December 02, 2015 18:45 - 8.9 MB

Listen in as Dr. Mike provides the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions.Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: I read from your website to take fish oil and put it in a bowl to help it get oxidized and take some of the smell away. You said that all fats are like that and have a stability ques...

Ask Dr. Mike: Oxidizing Supplements, Vitamin K2 & Do Supplements & Vitamins Deteriorate Over Time?

December 02, 2015 16:45 - 8.9 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: I read from your website to take fish oil and put it in a bowl to help it get oxidized and take some of the smell away. You said that all fats are like that and have a stability question to them. I was refrigerating my Nordic Natural omega-3's for a long time and accord...

Ask Dr. Mike: Intermittent Fasting, Bulletproof Coffee, Converting T4 into T3

December 02, 2015 16:33 - 8.89 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: What are your thoughts on intermittent fasting? Dr. Mike thinks that as long as it's truly intermittent (one day a week or one day every couple of weeks) it has amazing overall health benefits. What are your thoughts on putting butter in your coffee? This is called b...

Future of Telomerase Medicine

December 02, 2015 16:22 - 8.9 MB

It's been said that one of the most unfortunate parts of aging is seeing a difference in your body and mind. Your body might start to ache in certain places that never did before, and you may find yourself forgetting where you put your car keys or your cell phone. If you memory starts to fail, you might be wondering if you're in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease. Could the emerging research in telomerase science aid in treating Alzheimer's? Listen in as Dr. Michael Fossel shares the...

Telomerase: Revolutionary Breakthrough in Aging Medicine

December 02, 2015 16:11 - 8.89 MB

Unfortunately, aging is inevitable. Not only will you see a difference in your appearance, but you may also see a difference in how your brain and body functions. Telomeres help protect your chromosomes from deterioration and are located at the end of each of your chromosomes. They help your cells' chromosomes from melding together and creating an abnormality, which could lead to disease or cancer. How can telomeres reset cell aging? Dr. Micahel Fossel joins Dr. Mike to discuss telomeres a...

Tooth Loss & Mortality: What's the Link?

December 02, 2015 16:00 - 8.9 MB

Many doctors believe that your mouth is one of the most crucial parts of your body. In fact, if there's something wrong within your body, warning signs might be showing up in your mouth. Recent research is suggesting that there's a link between tooth decay and an overall increase in chronic diseases and mortality. Listen in as Dr. Mike shares the latest research with you on tooth decay and mortality.

Ask Dr. Mike: Digestive Enzymes & Foods with Glutamine

November 18, 2015 16:45 - 8.91 MB

Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in because what you know helps ensure healthy choices you can live with. Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: Hello Dr. Mike, I have a confusion about the use of digestive enzymes. I've heard on your show that taking certain supplements can block certain digestive enzymes to slow the absorption of sugar. My son is on a gluten-reduced diet and occasionally takes a digestive enzy...