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In today's world, there is so much out of your control. What are the things you can take hold of?As time goes by, you may realize that many situations and factors in life are beyond your control. It's frustrating to feel powerless and to recognize that you can control far less than you once believed. By learning to let go of trying to control things you simply can't, you will find you're less stressed. You'll feel happier. You'll also feel empowered. What are the seven things you can control? Your breathing Your self-talk Your gratitude Your body language Your mental and physical fitness Your diet Your sleep Listen in as Dr. Pam Peeke and Michelle King Robson explain how you can take control and feel powerful as a result.

How can you prevent and treat kidney stones?Kidney stones are small mineral deposits that form in the kidneys. They often form when the urine becomes concentrated and the minerals crystallize and bond. These stones can be very painful as they pass through the urinary tract. You may not realize you have kidney stones until you experience any of these symptoms: Severe pain in the side and back, below the ribs Pain that spreads to the lower abdomen and groin Pain that comes in waves and fluxuates in intensity Pain on urination Pink, red or brown urine Cloudy or foul-smelling urine Nausea and vomiting Persistent need to urinate Urinating more often than usual Fever and chills if an infection is present Urinating small amounts of urine Change in location of pain in the body as the kidney stone travels More than half a million people visit emergency rooms for kidney stones each year. According to the National Kidney Foundation, one in ten Americans will have a kidney stone during his or her lifetime. Dr. Karyn Eilber discusses causes, prevention, and treatment of kidney stones.

How can you decrease the effects of aging while you sleep?You want to get plenty of "beauty sleep," but did you know that sleeping can cause wrinkles? Your body naturally loses collagen and elasticity as it ages. This causes wrinkles. Wrinkling is exacerbated by repeated pressure (pulling on the skin by a pillow) and muscle motions (laughing and frowning). How can you prevent wrinkles while you sleep? Here are seven tips: Sleep on your back. Get a special pillow if you can't sleep on your back. Upgrade your pillowcase. Try a retinol cream. Wear a night cream. Treat your face with coconut oil before bed. Get a full night's sleep. Listen in as Debra Jaliman, MD, shares the best practices for preventing wrinkles while you sleep.

How can you prepare healthy meals when you're short on time?It's a challenge to eat well when you're always on the go. Meal planning takes a back seat to keeping everyone on schedule. This can lead to unhealthy eating choices. A little bit of meal planning and preparation can go a long way. There are steps you can take to make meal preparation quick and easy. What are some quick and healthy meals that are easy to prepare? Listen in as Chef Dawn Ludwig shares tips on creating quick and healthy meals when you're busy.

What are the pros and cons of working out at a gym?Making a decision to exercise is an easy step into a healthier life. However, deciding on whether you want to join a gym or work out at home can be difficult. You have to consider a few things when signing up for a gym, such as cost, location, and your time. Even though working out at home can be convenient, it can also be difficult to find motivation (and stay motivated) when your bedroom and couch are within the same area. What else do you have to consider before deciding on working out from home or at the gym? Listen in as Fitness Professional Liz Corah explains the pros and cons of both.

What can you expect this year in the world of nutrition?If one of your New Year's resolutions is to lose weight, you might already be looking for a diet to try out that won't leave you deprived or with unbearable cravings. Fortunately, nutritionists and researchers have 10 diet trend predictions to keep an eye out for 2016. What are they? Sugar is the new fat Herbs 2.0 Meet your matcha Take your minerals Swap kale for kelp Listen to your gut Netflix and cook Bone broth isn't going anywhere Eat like a fitness star Don't worry, be happy Nutrition Researcher Kris Gunnars shares the top 10 diet trend predictions of 2016.

What are some strategies that can help you stop procrastinating?It's true... everyone (including you) has probably procrastinated at some point in life. However, according to Psychology Today, 20 percent of people chronically avoid difficult tasks and deliberately look for distractions in their lives. Procrastination is defined as an action delaying or postponing something that you need to get done. Procrastinating comes in all ways: watching TV, scrolling through your phone, shopping online, or anything that distracts you from doing the specific task you need to get done. How can you avoid procrastination? Listen in as Tim Pychyl, PhD, shares what procrastination is, how it differs from other forms of delay, and ways to stop it.

Why do many people fail at reaching their goals?Creating goals can be a great way to help you grow, as well as adapt to changes. Unfortunately, many do not reach their goals and give up altogether within a month of setting them. Why is that? There could be a number of things that determine why you're unable to make your goal a reality. For example, your goal may be unrealistic, you may not have an action plan on how to successfully reach your goal, or you may just not want it enough to make it happen. Why is an action plan crucial for sticking to your goals? Listen in as Tim Pychyl, PhD, shares what a campaign for action is, as well as how you can successfully reach your goals.

Listen in as Pam and Michelle answer your personal health questions.It's YOUR time on HER Radio. Be a part of the show... send your comments and ask your questions by email, [email protected]. It's time to Ask HER. Today, on HER Radio you wanted to know: What are some lifestyle tweaks I can make for a flatter belly? Many people believe that if you just exercise, a sculpted body will appear. However, all the exercise in the world won't matter if you don't eat healthy. For example, to get a healthy and flatter tummy, you may want to consider getting ample amounts of fiber, potassium, probiotics, and drinking plenty of water. You may also want to eat less sodium and avoid sugar and alcohol. How dangerous is lap band surgery and what is the recovery time like? Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) is a massive surgical procedure that places an adjustable belt around the upper part of your stomach. LAGB restricts the size of your stomach, which restricts the amount of food it can hold, and slows down the passage of food to your intestine. With any surgery there are risks, but with the lap-band surgery, the risks include infection where the incision was, bleeding, blood clots, a nutritional deficiency, GERD, band slippage, bowel function changes, nausea, and vomiting. Do I really need extra vitamin D? If you're healthy and you aren't currently getting treatment for any medical problems, you don't need to take vitamin D. However, people who might need extra vitamin D include postmenopausal women, elderly people, individuals with chronic kidney disease and parathyroid disease, and women and men on long-term steroids. If you have a personal health question that you want answered, Pam and Michelle encourage you to send them in to [email protected].

Listen in as Pam and Michelle answer your personal health questions.It's YOUR time on HER Radio. Be a part of the show... send your comments and ask your questions by email, [email protected]. It's time to Ask HER. Today, on HER Radio you wanted to know: How often should I do cardio each week? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that all adults should engage in at least two and a half hours of moderate aerobic activity per week. What happens to your body when you eat too much sugar? Consuming too much sugar can lead to irritability, mood changes, weight gain, heart trouble, obesity, and diabetes. When your body consumes sugar, it's turned into glucose, a simple sugar found in your blood. If you drink an eight-ounce soda or eat a candy bar, your sugar levels immediately spike, causing dopamine to release in your brain and resulting in a "sugar high." While you're feeling great and untouchable, the other organs in your body are slowly suffering. The scary part happens when you try to wean yourself off sugar. Depending on how much sugar you are consuming, your withdrawal symptoms can vary and include headaches, mood swings, and even the shakes. What are the most important medical screening tests for women? Making sure you keep up with medical testing is crucial. In your 30s, you should be getting a full gynecological exam, your skin check, and an eye exam. In your 40s, you should check for diabetes, get a mammogram, and test your vitamin D levels. In your 50s, you should get a colonoscopy, a thyroid test, and a bone density test. If you have a personal health question that you want answered, Pam and Michelle encourage you to send them in to [email protected].