Dr.Kris.Life Podcast

For years, sugar-free sweeteners have made sweet treats a safer choice for those with insulin resistance. But new research has revealed that certain sugar alternatives, including aspartame and neotame, are linked to health problems ranging from IBS to bowel cancer. 

So what’s the truth about sugar-free sweeteners? In this episode of the Dr. Kris Podcast, Dr. Kris and Steve Brown explore the health benefits and risks of choosing zero-sugar products. Join the discussion to learn:

• The benefits and risks of sugar-free sweeteners;
• Which sugar-free options are the safest; and
• When going sugar free is (and isn’t) worth it.

When it comes to pain, one thing is often to blame: inflammation. But what exactly is inflammation, and how does it contribute to nerve, tissue, joint, and organ damage?

In this episode of the Dr. Kris Podcast, Dr. Kris breaks down the inflammatory process and how it impacts your body. Join the discussion to learn:

• How inflammation works in the body;
• The long-term impact inflammation can have if left untreated; and
• Steps you can take now to reduce inflammation and pain.

For many, weight loss is a lifelong struggle, particularly over 40. You may be doing everything right and still not see results for your hard work. Cagrilintide uses natural amylin, a pancreatic hormone that suppresses appetite, to help you feel fuller and lose weight with ease. But is it right for you?

On this episode of the Dr. Kris Podcast, Dr. Kris and Steve explore this cutting-edge approach to weight loss, its potential, and important considerations to have in mind before you try it yourself. Tune in to learn:

• How cagrilintide helps you lose weight naturally;
• The safety and side effects of use; and
• The ideal candidate for cagrilintide weight loss treatments.

Male pattern baldness is a well-known condition. However, many patients don't know about female pattern baldness, a similar problem that affects women. 

So how does this condition work, and what can you do if you suspect you may have it?

This week on the Dr. Kris Podcast, Dr. Kris and Steve Brown explore this often overlooked cause of hair loss in women, answering questions like:

• What is female pattern baldness?
• Why don't people talk about it?
• What are the signs and symptoms?
• What should you do if you might have it?

For many of us, weight loss is a lifelong struggle. Some diets and exercise programs seem to work at first. But as time goes on, you end up gaining all the weight back—and then some.

So which weight loss strategies are the worst offenders?

This week on the Dr. Kris Podcast, Dr. Kris and Steve Brown explore some of the most popular unhelpful (or downright dangerous) weight loss strategies you should avoid. Join in to learn:

• Why certain weight loss tactics don't work;
• What strategies do work; and
• The most important elements of a successful weight loss program.

Weight loss is always a struggle, but when you're over 40, shedding those extra pounds becomes even more challenging.

Join Dr. Kris and Steve Brown as they explore the effect age has on your weight, simple ways to get back into shape when you're over 40, and the best tactics for keeping the weight off for good.

It can be difficult to think of losing only ten pounds as sufficient weight loss when you are overweight or obese. However, losing just ten pounds can have a significant impact on your health and quality of life.

This week, Dr. Kris and Steve Brown discuss the impact shedding ten pounds or more can have on your life, including:

• Your mental health;
• Your heart and liver;
• Your blood sugar levels;
• Your physical pain;
• And more.

Signs of aging like fine lines, wrinkles, and thinning skin can happen as early as in your 20s. Injectables are a popular treatment option that can minimize the appearance of these imperfections.

On this episode of The Dr. Kris Podcast, you will learn about how injectables work, the ideal candidate for treatments, popular brands, and more. If you're struggling with skin that looks older than you feel on the inside, this episode is for you.

Age can take its toll on your health, and if you don't know what to watch out for, it's easy to be blindsided by health concerns. So how can you keep your quality of life as good as possible, regardless of your age?

On this episode of The Dr. Kris Podcast, Dr. Kris and Steve Brown discuss simple steps you can take to stay on top of your health. Tune in to find out:

• What signs you should watch out for as you get older;
• Lifestyle changes that can help you reduce your risk for chronic illnesses; and
• Peptides, supplements, and treatments that can make aging easier.

The internet is full of misinformation that can keep patients from trying treatments that could improve their health, life, and self-esteem. Unfortunately, hair loss treatments are often one of the most misunderstood.

On this episode of The Dr. Kris Podcast, Dr. Kris and Steve Brown debunk some of the most common myths surrounding hair loss treatments like laser hair therapy, including:

• "Hair loss treatments can damage your hair";
• "Hair loss treatments only work for men";
• "You have to be a certain age to see a difference"; and
• "Certain treatments can make your hair fall out faster".

Learn the truth about these treatments so you can make an educated decision with clarity and confidence.