It’s All About Health & Fitness

We talk about self-discovery and transformation through expressive movement. Joining us is Toni Bergins, M.Ed., a renowned movement artist and founder of Journey Dance. She will talk about her book, "Embody: Feel, Heal and Transform your life through Movement". She will also give us tips on how we can achieve healing and power through movement.

We talk about hot topics and research articles. What do you give someone for any of the love holidays such as Sweetest Day, Valentine's Day or any of the other special moments if your special one has allergies or asthma? Most especially if they are allergic to the classic gifts such as a "box of chocolates" or a bouquet of flowers.

What is high blood pressure? We will discuss in detail what hypertension is, what are the symptoms, how it is diagnosed, the treatment of high blood pressure and most of all how to control it and even prevent it either with medications and a healthy lifestyle.

We talk about research articles and hot topics. Regular flossing can prevent strokes and heart disease. People who floss at least once a week have 22% lower risk of stroke caused by a blood clot. 

Research suggests that working out later in the day may be especially beneficial for individiuals who are overweight or obese, helping to regulate blood sugar levels and protect heart health.  We'll explore the pros and cons to see if evening exercise might be the right fit for you!

We talk about the long-term health problems that come with not getting enough sleep. According to NIH, in the U.S. about one-third of adults do not get enough sleep.  Thirty-five percent of adults sleep less than seven hours per night. Lack of sleep is detrimental for our health and well-being.

We talk about how to start a workout regimen and stick to it. We will discuss at least nine tricks that can help you get started with your workout plan and that will help you stick with it!

We talk about research articles and hot topics. Mindful breathing may ease cancer-related pain and anxiety.  A research study showed that cancer patients who participated in a 20 min. mindful breathing session had an immediate reduction in pain.  What can this mean for the use of pain killers?

We talk about strength training in women over 40. Joining us is Rachel Cosgrove NSCA-CSCS a renowned personal trainer and certified strength and conditioning specialist.  She will talk about her book "Age Strong: A Woman's guide to feeling athletic and fit after 40".

We talk about autoimmune disease and functional nutrition. Joining us is Risa Groux, CN a functional nutritionist and certified autoimmune coach.  She will talk about her health journey in fighting against an autoimmune disease and how functional nutrition helped her and healed her. Risa will also talk about her book-"FoodFrame: Diet is a Four-letter word"

We talk about research articles and hot topics. What are the benefits of an intermittent fast or (IF)? We revisit the health benefits of following the intermittent fasting or time-restricted fasting way of eating.  Is it more beneficial than the other diets for improving our health?

We talk about erectile fitness and cardiac health. According to the CDC, erectile dysfunction(ED) affects millions of men worldwide. In the US up to 30 million men. Joining us is Dr. Elliot Justin, MD, a physician, health tech consultant, CEO and Founder of FirmTech, a pioneering company in the rapidly growing sextech industry.

We talk about empathy and its healing power. Joining us is Dr. Judith Orloff MD, a board-certified psychiatrist and a New York Times bestselling author.  She will talk about her new book "The Genius of Empathy; Practical skills to heal your sensitive self, your relationships and the world" She will give us tips on how we can learn to practice empathy to receive health and healing.

We talk about cannabis and its use as an enhancer of energy and better recovery. Joining us is Dr. J Derek Kingsley PhD, a professor in the School of Health Sciences within the Dept. of Exercise Science and Exercise Physiology at Kent State University.  He will discuss his latest research on the use of cannabis as an ergogenic aid; its effectiveness and safety.

We talk about transforming lives through Lifestyle Medicine. Research has shown that the lifestyle medicine approach can address up to 80% of chronic diseases. Joining us is Dr. Harriet Schor MD, a family practice physician, skilled and trained in Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Schor will discuss the transformative power of Lifestyle Medicine, its benefits for managing chronic diseases and how we can live more healthier lives.

 We talk about updates on the newest treatments for HIV/AIDS and the prevention treatment PREP. Our co-host Dr. Dee Banks presents to us the latest new drugs, long-lasting therapies, and research on preventative measures all on how we can prevent, treat and live with HIV/AIDS.

We talk about hot topics and research articles. Financial psychologists are saying that folks who experience economic hardship or medical expenses can have distorted feelings and behaviors around money causing them to sabotage their financial futures. This is called financial trauma. How should we deal with it?

We talk about health and nature and their relationship to health and well-being. Joining us is Udo Erasmus, a best-selling author and founder of Udo's Choice, a healthy oils, digestive enzymes, greens, and other cutting edge health product line.  Udo will share with us his story and discuss his 8-step process that integrates health and nature for improvements in physical and mental health.

We talk about mindful parenting; What it is and the benefits of it. We are going to look at ways to foster everyday mindfulness in the context of parenting and parenting training  so that we can improve our effectiveness of mindful parenting.

We talk about research articles and hot topics. Legalized cannabis edibles bring more poisonings among older users. The amount of legal edible forms of cannabis has triggered a sharp rise in emergency dept. visits among seniors.

We talk about how to boost your walking regimen with wearing the proper walking shoes. Research has shown that exercise walking has many benefi8ts for our overhealth.  It helps control weight, blood sugar, and cholesteral levels.  However, we can't forget that wearing proper walking shoes is a MUST.

We talk about walking; benefits, myths, and truths. Research has shown that there are many health and fitness benefits from participating in a walking exercise program. We will focus on the key components that should in a walking regimen and some of the myths of walking which are NOT true.

We talk about research articles and hot topics. Some older women need extra breast scans. Why is it that Medicare won't pay?

We talk about research articles and hot topics. Gastroplasty can be more affordable and more effective than weight loss drugs. In the long term, GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy cost more and lead to less weight loss.

We talk about research articles and hot topics. Can you build muscle in old age? Yes, you can. We will see what the experts are saying about how to build muscle most effectively and safely.

We have been programmed to participate in crash diets, toxic behaviors, fat talk which is rooted in what is called "diet culture".  This diet culture for decades has shaped the way we approach weight loss, nutrition and what we consider healthy living.

We talk about empowering women by unlocking our health and wealth through practicing inclusion. We will focus today on the health effects of exclusion on all of us and how inclusion is essential for women's health.

We talk about research articles and hot topics. How do we stop muscle cramps fast? We will find out!

We talk about research articles and hot topics. Doctors, want patients to lose weight? Research shows that patients are more likely to participate in the recommended program and shed pounds if doctors presented obesity treatments as an "opportunity". The upbeat approach!

We talk aboout research articles and hot topics. Research says that each day an estimated 10 t0 20% of adults in the U.S. skip breakfast. Nutrition experts say that maybe a mistake!

Joining us is Amy K Wilson, a board-certified Geriatric Pharmacist, a certified fitness professional, and a certified nutrition coach. She will talk about her platform the FASTer way to fatloss and how she has helped so many people transform their lives by following the principles of healthy weight loss through lifestyl change, exercise, and nutrition.

We talk about research articles and hot topics.  What are the 10 best and worst foods to eat when you are taking weight loss drugs? Add healthy foods to your grocery list to feel your best, prevent nutrient deficiencies so that your medicated weight loss is healthier.

Joining us is Dr. Gabe Sanders, PhD, NSCA-CSCS, an Assitant Professor in the School of Human Services at the Univ. of Cincinnati. Dr. Gabe Sanders research focuses on sport science and human performance, wearable technology, daily workloads and fatigue in athletes. He will share with us the importance of strength training and muscle health and give us tips on how we can combat chronic diseases and age gracefully!

We talk about taking care of our teeth as we age gracefully! Joining us is Dr. Teresa Yang, DDS, a dentist who has been in practice for more than three decades in Los Angeles. She will be discussiing her new book, "Nothing but the Tooth- An Insider's Guide to Dental Health".

We talk about the new CDC life expectancy data. It looks like we are rebounding slowly from the pandemic. Life expectancy in 2022 rose more than a full year to 77.5 years according to data released by the CDC.

We talk about foods that you can eat that will help fight your sugar cravings. Research has shown that reaching for healthy foods high in nutrients like protein and fiber can help stave off unhealthy cravings. 

We talk about hot topics and research articles. Celiac Disease vs. Gluten Intolerance.  What's the difference? Most people do not have to give up gluten entirely, but if you suffer from either celiac disease or gluten intolerance your restriction of gluten will be different!

We talk about research articles and hot topics. A new study has shown that time-restricted dieting may be a better way for people with Type 2 diabetes to lose weight than counting calories.

We talk about research articles and hot topics. The FDA plans to ban hair straightener products with formaldehyde, which are often marketed to Black women, because of the link to an increased risk of uterine cancer. 

We talk about research articles and hot topics. A special report came out focusing on the GLP-1 Agonist plateau which no one is talking about. Patients who are taking semaglutide injections such as Ozempic and Wegovy are hitting a plateau after months of losing weight. This is not a surprise to physicians but patients are surprised.

Our co-host Dr. Dee Banks will give a brief presentation on the latest information about suicide awareness and on what we can do right now if we need help. We want to emphasize that if you or your family member need someone to talk to immediately, Call the hotline crisis number 988.

We talk about quality sleep and why we need it. 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 your health.

We talk about research articles and hot topics. There's evidence that how you eat affects how you sleep; maybe eating that pizza before you go to bed is not a great idea!

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 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.

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.

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 talk about muscle mass loss- sarcopenia and 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 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?

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.

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.