YOU: The Owner's Manual
577 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsYOU: The Owner’s Manual series of bestselling books; lecturer, TV personality, and radio talk show personality; advocate of exercise and living the healthy life – and he practices what he preaches.
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EP 929B - Are Dangerous Chemicals Lurking in Your Home?
February 12, 2019 08:00In his book, Sicker, Fatter, Poorer, Dr. Leonardo Trasande exposes the dangers of endocrine-disrupting chemicals.Something dangerous may be lurking in our homes, offices, schools and even the air, and it could be hurting our health. In his book, Sicker, Fatter, Poorer: The Urgent Threat of Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals to our Health and Future... And What You Can Do About It, Dr. Leonardo Trasande exposes the dangers of endocrine-disrupting chemicals and how they can lead to major health iss...
EP 928B - A Breakthrough in Parkinson's Research
February 05, 2019 08:00One recent breakthrough is making strides toward changing how Parkinson's is treated.Parkinson's is a degenerative disease that can majorly impact one's quality of life, and about 60,000 new cases are diagnosed in the U.S. each year. There is no cure for Parkinson's; most treatments focus solely on controlling its symptoms. However, one recent breakthrough is making strides toward changing how Parkinson's is treated. Dr. Roizen talks with Dr. David Eidelberg about how his team of researche...
EP 928 News of the Week
February 05, 2019 08:00Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know. In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Body fat is tied to your brain volume. The fatter you are around your middle, the more detriment to your brain. Why poor sleep impacts risk of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Make cancer prevention a priority in 2019. TV ads are making kids fat. Fatal drug ODs are soaring in middle-aged women -- almost a three-fold increase...
EP 927B - An Inspiring Tale from the Frontlines of the Opioid Epidemic
January 29, 2019 08:00Author Nicholas Bush shares how he's healed from the losses in his own life.U.S. life expectancy is decreasing for the first time since the 1960s. Why? One major reason is the opioid epidemic. In his book, One by One: A Memoir of Love and Loss in the Shadow of Opioid America, former drug addict Nicholas Bush shares how he went from thinking he'd never see the opioid crisis firsthand to losing five friends and two siblings to it. Bush says people should remain hopeful about not only overcom...
EP 927 News of the Week PLUS Guest Jim Graham
January 29, 2019 08:00Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know. In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Sausage fans beware. Close to 12,000 pounds recalled. One-floor living helps seniors age safely in place. Being fit after 50 decreases your stroke risk by 50%. Cholesterol levels spike after Christmas and through January and February. AI can detect differences in brain trauma, leading to better treatment. Stroke survivo...
EP 926 News of the Week
January 22, 2019 08:00Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know. In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. People who understand the benefit of exercise may spend more time being active. Dance like your doc is watching. It's great for mind and body. Juice on school menus -- why it's a problem. 13 best foods to cleanse your colon. Are you overdosing on antibiotics? More evidence abuse of Xanax and Valium on the rise. Doctor...
EP 926B - Brain Aneurysm Basics
January 22, 2019 08:00Neurosurgery expert Dr. Christopher Ogilvy explains what a brain aneurysm is and potential risk factors.Many people walk around with unruptured brain aneurysms without knowing it. Is it dangerous? Neurosurgery expert Dr. Christopher Ogilvy explains what a brain aneurysm is and how risk factors, such as family history, can increase your odds of having one. Learn the key symptoms to look out for—like the worst headache of your life—and what you should do if your pain persists (hint: get a CT s...
EP 925 News of the Week
January 15, 2019 08:00Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know. In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Every demographic group of Americans is getting fatter. Menopause-related sex urinary problems not discussed with doctors. Evening workouts help with lowering blood pressure. Exercise improves thinking in sedentary seniors with cognitive decline. Getting a report card on Friday is bad for kids. A runaway immune system m...
EP 925B - The Healing Power of Plants
January 15, 2019 08:00Jessi Bloom explains how to make plants an ally for your everyday struggles, such as stress and burnout.The solution to some of the most common health issues plaguing Americans is simpler and more affordable than you may think. Jessi Bloom, author of Creating Sanctuary: Sacred Garden Spaces, Plant-Based Medicine and Daily Practices to Achieve Happiness and Well-Being, explains how to make plants an ally for your everyday struggles, such as stress and burnout. Bloom discusses how the spaces...
EP 924B - Learn How to Love Your Food
January 08, 2019 08:00When food becomes an emotional crutch, you might develop an unhealthy dependence on it, resulting in overeating.It can be easy to misuse food as a form of therapy—we all love comfort food, right? But, when food becomes an emotional crutch, you might develop an unhealthy dependence on it, resulting in overeating. Psychotherapist Arlene Englander, author of Let Go of Emotional Overeating and Love Your Food, defines emotional overeating as eating to distract from painful thoughts and feeling...
EP 924 News of the Week
January 08, 2019 08:00Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know. In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Asian longhorn tick carries a very dangerous, even deadly, disease -- what to look for. IBD more than doubles your heart attack risk. Can you really inherit trauma? When not in Rome, eat like the Romans used to do. A "stair test" may predict your risk for heart disease. Older adults may be unwilling to forgo preventativ...
EP 923B - Eat Vegan for One Meal a Day
January 01, 2019 08:00You may be able to do more good for the environment by changing what you eat rather than changing what you drive.Animal agriculture is the second largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. In fact, you may be able to do more good for the environment by changing what you eat rather than changing what you drive. And according to actress, environmentalist and mom of five Suzy Amis Cameron, you may only need to tweak one meal per day. In OMD: The Simple, Plant-Based Program to Save Your ...
EP 923 News of the Week
January 01, 2019 08:00Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know. In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. FDA picks eight medical device firms to help battle the opioid crisis. CDC's report on this year's flu. Doctors are more cautious prescribing opioids to kids. The future of HIV treatments. Chemicals in cosmetics tied to early puberty in girls. More green space may mean a healthier heart. Eggs are not healthy! Secretar...
EP 922 News of the Week
December 25, 2018 08:00Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know. In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. How safe is the food you buy at a farmer's market? It's not as safe as you might think. How long you can safely eat holiday leftovers. Elected c-sections lead to double the risk of overweight babies. Goop and other companies profit by shunning makeup and personal care product chemicals. Is snoring a worse health issue fo...
EP 922B - How Bad Is this Year's Flu?
December 25, 2018 08:00Dr. Richard Webby reveals how effective this year's flu vaccine is and if it's worth getting.Dr. Richard Webby, a member of the infectious disease department at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, says this season has been more mild, but even a mild flu season can lead to a lot of illness—-and even death. Dr. Webby reveals how effective this year's flu vaccine is and if it's worth getting. He also discusses new research that suggests the lifespan of the flu shot may be shorter than expert...
EP 921B Keeping a Sense of Humor Through Cancer Treatment
December 18, 2018 08:00Dr. Tali Lando-Aronoff details her difficulties with and triumphs over advanced breast cancer.Dr. Tali Lando-Aronoff knows that sometimes when it rains, it pours. Soon after having a difficult pregnancy that resulted in a premature birth, then finding out her father had a malignant brain tumor, Dr. Lando-Aronoff discovered a lump in her breast. She details her difficulties with and triumphs over advanced breast cancer in her book, Hell & Back: Wife & Mother, Doctor & Patient, Dragon Slayer...
EP 921 News of the Week
December 18, 2018 08:00Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know. In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Most Americans spend way too much time sitting down. How some stress can be good for you. Wash all fresh vegetables at least three times before consuming. A new peanut allergy drug could be a promising solution for kids. Dining out with food allergies improves with these precautions. Diabetes is driving the price up on ...
EP 920B The Smart Way to Shop for Stem Cells
December 11, 2018 08:00Some of the clinics providing stem cell treatments are unregulated, and many have been accused of medical malpractice.People often hear that injecting stem cells into your body can replace damaged ones and solve health issues, ranging from knee pain to vision problems. Sounds appealing, right? However, some of the clinics providing these treatments are unregulated, and many have been accused of medical malpractice. One woman was left nearly blind after receiving treatment for her macular ...
EP 920 News of the Week
December 11, 2018 08:00Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know. In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Throw out your romaine lettuce! The CDC cannot guarantee its safety and warns of a severe strain of E. coli, no matter how much you wash it. U.S. physicians urge FDA to make food labels easier to read, especially in terms of sugar count. Prescription doses of purified fish oil lower heart disease risk. AMA targets e-cigar...
EP 919B Everything You Need to Know About Ovarian Cancer
December 04, 2018 08:00Only about 15 percent of women are diagnosed in the early stages of ovarian cancer, making it more difficult to treat and survive.Ovarian cancer may get less attention than breast cancer, but it still poses a major health risk for women. Only about 15 percent of women are diagnosed in the early stages, making it more difficult to treat and survive. Ovarian cancer spokesperson Andrea Herzberg shares what it's like to be a 22-year survivor of late-stage ovarian cancer and how she stays healthy...
EP 919 News of the Week
December 04, 2018 08:00Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know. In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. If docs describe the damaging effects of stroke and heart attack risk in a specific manner (e.g. 44% of risk if you don't take your meds), there is a 20% increase in adhering to medication. Benefits of low-salt diet for heart health are uncertain. Small particle air pollution raises glaucoma risk. What kind of coffee shou...
EP 918B Caring for Your Adopted Child
November 27, 2018 08:00Whether your adoption is domestic, international or foster-to-adopt, learn the best ways to keep your child healthy and happy.Every year about 120,000 children are adopted in the U.S. While adopted children can experience unique health, developmental, behavioral or emotional challenges, parenting can make a difference. Dr. Elaine Schulte, coauthor of Caring for Your Adopted Child: An Essential Guide for Parents, explains why you should consult a pediatrician before adopting and what to exp...
EP 918 News of the Week
November 27, 2018 08:00Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know. In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Only 37% of Americans got vaccinated for the flu last week, but 48 million fell sick. Why you should get your shingles vaccine. Going to a plant-based/sea-based diet results in a 19% reduction in dying from any cause. Gum disease and blood pressure link. FDA taking steps to inform consumers about products that contain se...
EP 917B Addressing Back Issues in Children & Adults
November 20, 2018 08:00Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Rudolph Taddonio explains how common scoliosis is among older adults and what symptoms to watch for.About 80 percent of people have some sort of back pain, but only 25 percent seek help. Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Rudolph Taddonio explains how common scoliosis is among older adults and what symptoms to watch for. He also addresses "text neck" -- an issue plaguing children and teenagers that could lead to serious neck and spinal damage and misaligned growth. Plus, find o...
EP 917 News of the Week
November 20, 2018 08:00Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know. In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Recording of a mom's voice is 90 percent effective as a smoke/fire alarm (better than the traditional, high-pitched alarm). Sitting vs. standing is not the key to longevity; exercise needs to be a part of one's daily life. Why does living in the U.S. heighten Latino men's risk for obesity? Fast food culture. 75% of weight...
EP 916 News of the Week
November 13, 2018 08:00Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know. In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Omega-3 and fish oil tied to healthy aging. Black coffee is good for your complexion. High-fiber foods are important to prevent colon and pancreatic cancers. How to protect yourself from the five most germ-filled places in the office. American women are having fewer kids and having them later in life. Plus so much MORE....
EP 916B Will There Ever Be a Cure for Food Allergies?
November 13, 2018 08:00Dr. Scott Sicherer shares exciting research developments that may make life safer for people with peanut and other food allergies.Food allergies are on the rise, with more and more children suffering from bad reactions to things they eat. These can be as harmless as a rash or as serious as an inability to breathe—and sometimes even death. Peanuts are a particularly common culprit; nut allergies more than tripled between 1997 and 2008 in U.S. children. Will there ever be a cure? Dr. Scott S...