On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Susan Okonkowski, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss whether or not food can positively impact our sleep. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: If what we eat impacts our sleep How we can approach nutrition to improve our sleep Foods we should limit or avoid to get better rest at...

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Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the U.S., and although the death rate from colorectal cancer has been dropping for the past 30 years, it is still the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. The overall lifetime risk of developing colorectal cancer is: 1 in 21 for men and 1 in 23 for women. These statistics are quite staggering...

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss what uncommon spices you should consider adding to your pantry. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: Shanthi's method for discovering new spices Experimenting with spices in your dishes Shanthi's top spices to try that aren'

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We've reached our 100th episode! On this episode, Chuck Gaidica reflects on the last 100 episodes sharing a few takeaways we've learned over the years producing the show. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we look back on episodes featuring: Goal setting Physical and emotional well-being Positive psychology The importance of taking control of our health The post Reflecting on 100...

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Jana Siminski, executive director of the West Michigan American Heart Association. Together, they discuss how stress can impact our heart health. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What happens in the body when we're stressed. How to know if stress is impacting your heart health. What we can do to reduce our stress.

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Cindy Bjorkquist, director of health and well-being programs for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss how micro habits can help elevate your fitness goals. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What are micro habits. How we can get started with goal setting. What we can do to adjust our goals if we'

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore if it's possible to lose weight with diet alone. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What are the key factors to losing weight. If it's possible to lose weight while only focusing on diet. The benefits and drawbacks of focusing...

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Amy McKenzie, Associate Chief Medical Officer of Provider Engagement for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss how to combat the winter blues and maintain our mental health as the temperature drops. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What causes people to be more prone to feeling sad or depressed during...

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Gina Lynem-Walker, Medical Director for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss what we can do to maintain good immunity this winter. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: If weather is connected to the common cold. What we can do to improve our immune system during the winter. What we could be doing to...

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Marissa Jarrett, onsite well-being coordinator for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss how maintain your mindfulness during the holiday season. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: How we can taper expectations during the holidays. The benefits of creating an action plan. Small things we can do to be more...

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