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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May 7, 2023 • 10min
What You Need To Know About Your Baby’s Flat Head
Flat head syndrome occurs when a baby’s head develops a long-lasting flat spot. However, Dr. Peter Taub, a professor of pediatrics, says the deformity isn’t a syndrome at all and doesn’t cause any neurologic symptoms. He explains what causes it and successful treatments to reshape your child’s head.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/what-you-need-to-know-about-your-babys-flat-head Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 7, 2023 • 4min
Medical Notes: May 7, 2023
Having dementia doesn’t mean taking more medication. Then, Is it the size or shape of your heart that matters? Then, Speech therapy is going digital. And finally, do we need high-tech diapers? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-may-7-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 7, 2023 • 16min
How AI Is Thrusting Us Into The Future Of Medicine
From improving the patient experience to speeding up protein evolution, artificial intelligence is rocketing the field of medicine into the future. Our experts discuss the many different applications of AI and how we can expect to interact with the technology in the years to come.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/how-ai-is-thrusting-us-into-the-future-of-medicine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 30, 2023 • 14min
“I’m Not Dying, But Is That Good Enough?”: Improving Lupus Research
Lupus ABC is the first of its kind public-private partnership with the FDA. It will allow researchers and patients to work together, hopefully leading to breakthroughs in lupus treatments. Experts explain why the patient perspective is so important for successful outcomes.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/im-not-dying-but-is-that-good-enough-improving-lupus-research Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 30, 2023 • 12min
Rewiring Your Brain To Create Healthier Habits
Dr. Greg Hammer believes our health is a big piece of overall happiness. Unfortunately, it can be hard to break bad habits and be motivated to create healthier ones. Hammer offers tips and tools that can help us be more intentional with our health.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/rewiring-your-brain-to-create-healthier-habits/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 30, 2023 • 4min
Medical Notes: April 30, 2023
Cases of HIV may be on the rise. Then, why is multiple sclerosis under diagnosed in children? Then, Should fathers drink during a pregnancy? And finally… Protective gear in football is always evolving, but is the new padded cap making a difference? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-april-30-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 23, 2023 • 12min
Kitchen Chemistry: Sweet Proteins May Be the Future of Sugar
Dr. Jason Ryder, an adjunct professor of chemical and biomedical engineering, says humans weren’t designed to eat this much sugar every day. Many alternative sweeteners have tried to solve this sugar dilemma, but Ryder believes the best solution can be found in plant proteins.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/kitchen-chemistry-sweet-proteins-may-be-the-future-of-sugar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 23, 2023 • 12min
Is Mental Health a Scapegoat for Mass Violence?
Unfortunately, mass violence has become a common topic. And though many perpetrators we see on the news have been diagnosed with a mental illness, that attribute may be blinding us to the real issue. Experts explain what the statistics point to as the underlying cause of mass violence.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/is-mental-health-a-scapegoat-for-mass-violence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 23, 2023 • 4min
Medical Notes: April 23, 2023
Autism diagnoses are at an all-time high. Teens using cannabis could have major reproductive effects later in life. Do we need to improve our food labels? And finally… artificial intelligence could help keep people alive. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-april-23-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 16, 2023 • 13min
Kitchen Chemistry: Natural Flavors – How Natural Are They?
We see natural flavor listed as an ingredient in many of our products, but what does that mean? Dr. David Andrews explains the process of creating natural flavors, the FDA guidelines, and how safe they are for consumption.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/kitchen-chemistry-natural-flavors-how-natural-are-they Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
