
Dr Joe Unplugged
Dr Joe Unplugged is your home for open commentary on health, wellbeing and life in the broadest sense. We will explore diet, exercise, sleep and stress amongst other health matters as well as issues that may impact you and your wellbeing in direct or indirect ways.
Opinions expressed are my own and you may agree or disagree with them.
Topics and comments on this podcast are general information only and are not in any way medical advice.
Episodes are released weekly on Mondays.
Latest episodes

May 26, 2024 • 10min
Ep 35. Simple Changes Can Impact How We Age
People have looked for millennia for the fountain of youth. Whilst there is no such thing, remarkably simple habits can slow the aging process.
Source: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/longer-genes-linked-to-aging-what-this-means#How-to-reduce-gene-damage
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About Dr Joe Unplugged:
Dr Joe Unplugged is your home for open commentary on health, wellbeing and life in the broadest sense. We will explore diet, exercise sleep and stress amongst other health matters as well as issues that may impact you and your wellbeing in direct or indirect ways.
Topics and comments on this podcast are general information only and are not in any way medical advice.

May 22, 2024 • 6min
Ep 34. Ask The Right Question
We keep asking whether artificial sweeteners are god or bad for us. They are neither. It is the wrong question to ask.
Sources:
WaToday
MedicineHealth.leeds
NCBI
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About Dr Joe Unplugged:
Dr Joe Unplugged is your home for open commentary on health, wellbeing and life in the broadest sense. We will explore diet, exercise sleep and stress amongst other health matters as well as issues that may impact you and your wellbeing in direct or indirect ways.
Topics and comments on this podcast are general information only and are not in any way medical advice.

May 19, 2024 • 7min
Ep 33. Strengthen The Mind
Resistance or weights training is good for physical health. It is also good for mental health and when done in a group there may be additional benefits
Source: https://www.worldhealth.net/news/weight-training-good-body-and-mind/
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About Dr Joe Unplugged:
Dr Joe Unplugged is your home for open commentary on health, wellbeing and life in the broadest sense. We will explore diet, exercise sleep and stress amongst other health matters as well as issues that may impact you and your wellbeing in direct or indirect ways.
Topics and comments on this podcast are general information only and are not in any way medical advice.

May 15, 2024 • 7min
Ep 32. Protein Powders – Good or Bad?
The answer to this question may surprise you. In fact it is the wrong question to ask.
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About Dr Joe Unplugged:
Dr Joe Unplugged is your home for open commentary on health, wellbeing and life in the broadest sense. We will explore diet, exercise sleep and stress amongst other health matters as well as issues that may impact you and your wellbeing in direct or indirect ways.
Topics and comments on this podcast are general information only and are not in any way medical advice.

May 12, 2024 • 6min
Ep 31. Nature Is Good For Us
The term biophilia is not one that many will be familiar with. Spending time in nature and having some natural aspects in our homes is good for us.
https://www.worldhealth.net/news/biophilia-benefits-bringing-nature-inside/
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About Dr Joe Unplugged:
Dr Joe Unplugged is your home for open commentary on health, wellbeing and life in the broadest sense. We will explore diet, exercise sleep and stress amongst other health matters as well as issues that may impact you and your wellbeing in direct or indirect ways.
Topics and comments on this podcast are general information only and are not in any way medical advice.

May 8, 2024 • 8min
Ep 30. The Best Science Money Can Buy
A deep dive into the staggering payments made to US doctors by pharmaceutical companies and the astronomical fines faced by industry giants. Discussion on the ethical implications, transparency, and conflicts of interest in medicine, highlighting the need for ethical decision-making.

May 5, 2024 • 5min
Ep 29. Exercising Together
Human beings are social creatures. Turns out that if we exercise with others we may be more likely to start and stick with it. The study was done on older people but I reckon it applies at any age.
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About Dr Joe Unplugged:
Dr Joe Unplugged is your home for open commentary on health, wellbeing and life in the broadest sense. We will explore diet, exercise sleep and stress amongst other health matters as well as issues that may impact you and your wellbeing in direct or indirect ways.
Topics and comments on this podcast are general information only and are not in any way medical advice.

May 1, 2024 • 42min
Ep 28: Tom Shiyoya
Dr Joe talks with life coach and gym owner Tom Shiyoya about his life, passion to help others improve their health and giving back.
https://tomshiyoya.com
Donations: https://www.gofundme.com/f/sponsoring-orphan-girls-to-school
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About Dr Joe Unplugged:
Dr Joe Unplugged is your home for open commentary on health, wellbeing and life in the broadest sense. We will explore diet, exercise sleep and stress amongst other health matters as well as issues that may impact you and your wellbeing in direct or indirect ways.
Topics and comments on this podcast are general information only and are not in any way medical advice.

Apr 28, 2024 • 6min
Ep 27: Jargon Doesn’t Help But Balance Training Does
The term neuromuscular exercise will mean nothing to most of us. This form of exercise which strengthens our core and may help reduce falls is important.
Sources:
1. https://www.medpagetoday.com/rheumatology/arthritis/109564
2. https://exergame.com/what-is-neuromuscular-training-what-are-neuromuscular-exercises/
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About Dr Joe Unplugged:
Dr Joe Unplugged is your home for open commentary on health, wellbeing and life in the broadest sense. We will explore diet, exercise sleep and stress amongst other health matters as well as issues that may impact you and your wellbeing in direct or indirect ways.
Topics and comments on this podcast are general information only and are not in any way medical advice.

Apr 25, 2024 • 44min
Ep 26: Health Myths Exploded and Solutions Proposed With Dr Brian Walker
Dr Joe talks with Dr Brian Walker about cannabis legislation and ideas for a healthier society.
Dr Joe Kosterich is the medical advisor to Little Green Pharma an Australian medical cannabis company.
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About Dr Joe Unplugged:
Dr Joe Unplugged is your home for open commentary on health, wellbeing and life in the broadest sense. We will explore diet, exercise sleep and stress amongst other health matters as well as issues that may impact you and your wellbeing in direct or indirect ways.
Topics and comments on this podcast are general information only and are not in any way medical advice.