In Good Health
Elizabeth Westfield, Greg Johnson, Maayan Voss de Bettancourt | AURN
Each week, In Good Health, from the creators of Radio Health Journal, breaks down important news in medicine, science and technology with the help of world-renowned experts. Our three weekly segments will help guide you to a happier, healthier life – with some fun facts to share at dinner parties. Can magic mushrooms cure your depression? Have we outrun natural selection?
Hosted by Elizabeth Westfield, Greg Johnson and Maayan Voss de Bettancourt and produced by Kristen Farrah and Amirah Zaveri. New shows posted each Sunday by 5 a.m. EST. Subscribe, listen, and rate. If you’re looking for older episodes, you can find our entire segment catalog on our website ingoodhealthpodcast.org. Also, check out the latest on FB, IG, X, and YouTube @ingoodhealthpod.
Hosted by Elizabeth Westfield, Greg Johnson and Maayan Voss de Bettancourt and produced by Kristen Farrah and Amirah Zaveri. New shows posted each Sunday by 5 a.m. EST. Subscribe, listen, and rate. If you’re looking for older episodes, you can find our entire segment catalog on our website ingoodhealthpodcast.org. Also, check out the latest on FB, IG, X, and YouTube @ingoodhealthpod.
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Oct 18, 2023 • 4min
Medical Notes: Kids Using Weight Loss Drugs, Adding Insects To Your Next Meal, And Why You Should Stop Putting Bananas In Your Smoothies
Covid-19 may have left babies vulnerable to disease. Should kids use weight loss drugs? It may be time to start eating insects. Stop putting bananas in your smoothies.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-kids-using-weight-loss-drugs-adding-insects-to-your-next-meal-and-why-you-should-stop-putting-bananas-in-your-smoothies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 15, 2023 • 11min
How The mRNA Vaccine Has Revolutionized Infectious Disease Prevention
The FDA recently approved a new booster shot for COVID-19 and many people are still wondering what exactly we’re injecting into our bodies. Dr. William Schaffner, an infectious disease expert, breaks down the revolutionary technology and why we should feel safe going into this winter season.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/how-the-mrna-vaccine-has-revolutionized-infectious-disease-prevention Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 15, 2023 • 15min
What Crime Shows Won’t Tell You About How To Spot A Liar
Many of us think that we can spot a liar by their eye movements or facial expressions, but for true deception artists those methods won’t work. Our experts explain the psychology behind why people lie and how you can avoid being duped.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/what-crime-shows-wont-tell-you-about-how-to-spot-a-liar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 11, 2023 • 3min
Medical Notes: Why You Should Keep A Dream Journal, How Music Moves Our Cells, And How Fashion Is Helping The Visually Impaired
Are you living in a dream world? Music moves the soul, but what about our cells? Up to 20 percent of organ transplant patients will experience at least one episode of rejection. Can your clothes tell you where to go?Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-why-you-should-keep-a-dream-journal-how-music-moves-our-cells-and-how-fashion-is-helping-the-visually-impaired Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 8, 2023 • 10min
What To Do When Animals Invade Our Habitat
In a world where deforestation and environmental pollution runs rampant, it’s no surprise that wild animals have started to creep into our backyards and – in some cases – inside our homes. Mary Roach, a science author, dives into the reasons behind this steady rise of wildlife lawbreakers.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/what-to-do-when-animals-invade-our-habitat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 8, 2023 • 17min
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Living With An Invisible Illness
Rheumatoid arthritis is a life-changing condition but can also be invisible to everyone around you. Between finding the right medication and managing the illness, it’s often a long and frustrating process for many patients. Our experts explain the importance of community support and how to cope with an inflammatory arthritis diagnosis.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/rheumatoid-arthritis-living-with-an-invisible-illness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 4, 2023 • 3min
Medical Notes: Air Quality Linked To Dementia, Football Increases Risk Of Parkinson’s Disease, And Why You Don’t Need Blue Light Glasses
Poor air quality is bad for your lungs, but what about your brain? Does playing football lead to Parkinson's disease? Think twice before buying blue light glasses.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-air-quality-linked-to-dementia-football-increases-risk-of-parkinsons-disease-and-why-you-dont-need-blue-light-glasses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 1, 2023 • 12min
How To Get A Step Ahead Of Your Foot Health
Even though the APMA estimates that three out of four people will develop serious foot pain, foot health is often neglected until it’s too late. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of foot discomfort – and it’s preventable in many cases. Dr. Marlene Reid, a podiatric surgeon, explains proper foot care and how to mitigate any pain flare-ups.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/how-to-get-a-step-ahead-of-your-foot-health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 1, 2023 • 15min
“Own Your Choices”: Getting Healthy Without Medication
Modern medicine has found incredible solutions for acute illnesses, but have we become too reliant on drugs to fix our problems? Integrative medicine approaches medical issues by treating the body as a whole instead of just cherry-picking symptoms. Our experts explain some of the lifestyle changes we can make to decrease our dependence on medication.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/own-your-choices-getting-healthy-without-medication Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 27, 2023 • 3min
Medical Notes: Suicide Rates Are at an All-Time High, the New Covid Strain Taking Over America, and the Music Genre Your Infant Should Listen To
Suicides are at an all-time high. Should you be worried about a new Covid strain? Plus, should your baby be listening to smooth jazz?Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-suicide-rates-are-at-an-all-time-high-the-new-covid-strain-taking-over-america-and-the-music-genre-your-infant-should-listen-to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
