Late Night Health Radio

Teenagers living at the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation have the highest suicide rate in the nation. Until now, the only help came from local efforts. Now authors of "The Chronicles of Ara", Steve Hillard and Joel Eisenberg are helping to fight to stop suicide for teens in the area. The authors have created a new ongoing concern that will inspire the building of arts centers in distressed economic areas.

Pine Ridge is one of the largest reservations in the country. Alcoholism among residents is a continuing problem among those living on the reservation. This dates back to the founding of the reservation in the late 1880s.

Nationally teen suicide is the third-leading cause of death for young people 15 to 24 years of age. This number is growing, especially in poorer communities including Pine Ridge, South Dakota.

One of the best weapons to combat suicide is the introduction of creative endeavors. Studies have shown that art helps students in a number of additional ways. Having creative resources improves grades, standardized testing, and lower drop out rates. Teaching creative expression to students lowers stress and helps to reduce suicide events.

Working with students is not new for Eisenberg, a former special education teacher in Los Angeles. He speaks to writers and filmmakers throughout the country about artistic pursuits. At Pine Ridge Eisenberg will be speaking to thousands of students and share his ideas on the arts, including music, dance, writing, movies and even videogames.

"The Chronicles of Ara" is a fantasy novel, with sequels planned. The novel will be produced as an eight-hour mini series for Ovation TV. The authors are committed to helping the teens at Pine Ridge fight stress and depression, the leading causes of suicide.

Whether you are a germophobe or not, no one likes the idea of lurking bacteria. Yes, there are some good bacteria that our bodies need but there are also very harmful bacteria that can be detrimental to our health. New research is showing that there is also seasonality to some of these bacteria that can spike in the summer months.

Sherry Torkos, holistic pharmacist and author of more than a dozen books on natural health and healing says that bacterial infections may stem from something like food poisoning or an urinary tract infection but if not treated properly it can become lethal to your health.

Your body can act as a breeding ground for harmful bacteria that can swiftly multiply and take advantage of any weakness in your immune system. While the immune system is equipped to fight infections, however if it is compromised or not working efficiently, infection can take hold and wreak havoc.

Fighting bacterial infections with the excessive use of antibiotics result in bacteria adapting to them, and over time, becoming resistant to the antibiotic.

So what are the most dangerous bacteria we should be aware of that spike in the summer months and what’s the best way to prevent our bodies from these seasonal bacteria in the first place?

There are three types of bad bacteria that new research shows thrive in the summer months. Preventing these bacterial from invading your body is easy if you know how. With summer time dining al fresco (outdoors) the chance of Food Borne Bacteria increases. Bladder Bacteria is also common during the summer among women especially when they swim in pools. The case for Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria is also well known. Bacteria mutate overcoming the effects of antibiotics. While there a time for antibiotics, there use should be limited.

Whether you are a germophobe or not, no one likes the idea of lurking bacteria. Yes, there are some good bacteria that our bodies need but there are also very harmful bacteria that can be detrimental to our health. New research is showing that there is also seasonality to some of these bacteria that can spike in the summer months.

Sherry Torkos, holistic pharmacist and author of more than a dozen books on natural health and healing says that bacterial infections may stem from something like food poisoning or an urinary tract infection but if not treated properly it can become lethal to your health.

Your body can act as a breeding ground for harmful bacteria that can swiftly multiply and take advantage of any weakness in your immune system. While the immune system is equipped to fight infections, however if it is compromised or not working efficiently, infection can take hold and wreak havoc.

Fighting bacterial infections with the excessive use of antibiotics result in bacteria adapting to them, and over time, becoming resistant to the antibiotic.

So what are the most dangerous bacteria we should be aware of that spike in the summer months and what’s the best way to prevent our bodies from these seasonal bacteria in the first place?

There are three types of bad bacteria that new research shows thrive in the summer months. Preventing these bacterial from invading your body is easy if you know how. With summer time dining al fresco (outdoors) the chance of Food Borne Bacteria increases. Bladder Bacteria is also common during the summer among women especially when they swim in pools. The case for Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria is also well known. Bacteria mutate overcoming the effects of antibiotics. While there a time for antibiotics, there use should be limited.

Look up the stairs - it's mom bringing down the laundry. Flying high late at night it's career woman putting on the final touches of a presentation, instead of sleeping. It's superwomen of the 21st Century!

When it comes to health, women excel in many areas compared to their male counterparts. They live longer, they maintain regular doctor's appointments and they tend to be at lower risk for serious illnesses. But with all the responsibilities and roles women juggle in the quest to be superwomen in today's world, a silent yet pervasive threat may disrupt their clean bill of health: STRESS.

According to research out of Yale's Interdisciplinary Stress Center, both men and women experience what's known as the common stress "fight-or-flight" reaction but women experience an increased arousal in the sympathetic nervous system resulting in increased heart rate and adrenaline rush, which is associated with higher anxiety. Women also experience stress on more of an emotional level, which can lead to challenging behavior problems, such as not exercising and craving carbohydrates, which in turn contributes to more stress-related illnesses including obesity, heart disease, diabetes and depression.

Although chronic stress is a tough issue for woman to address, it can easily fixed with small lifestyle changes. James B. LaValle, R.Ph., C.C.N., board certified clinical nutritionist shares some of his ideas.

Stress accounts for many health conditions. There are four quick-fix stress solutions ­ for some of the most dangerous health conditions ­ that will provide immediate stress relief in the short term while stabilizing long-term health. 1) Why you should stop fad dieting (which causes more stress) and strategies to end stress eating; 2) How to check your vitamin D levels with a blood test in the comfort of your own home since stress is responsible for blocking the natural absorption of vitamin D that protects the body from a variety of diseases; 3) The exact number of hours you need of sleep to instantly reboot your body in one day; 4) The quickest, scientifically studied, stress reducers that can be done in less than 15 minutes, including: random acts of kindness, venting to a girlfriend and breathing techniques.

Look up the stairs - it's mom bringing down the laundry. Flying high late at night it's career woman putting on the final touches of a presentation, instead of sleeping. It's superwomen of the 21st Century!

When it comes to health, women excel in many areas compared to their male counterparts. They live longer, they maintain regular doctor's appointments and they tend to be at lower risk for serious illnesses. But with all the responsibilities and roles women juggle in the quest to be superwomen in today's world, a silent yet pervasive threat may disrupt their clean bill of health: STRESS.

According to research out of Yale's Interdisciplinary Stress Center, both men and women experience what's known as the common stress "fight-or-flight" reaction but women experience an increased arousal in the sympathetic nervous system resulting in increased heart rate and adrenaline rush, which is associated with higher anxiety. Women also experience stress on more of an emotional level, which can lead to challenging behavior problems, such as not exercising and craving carbohydrates, which in turn contributes to more stress-related illnesses including obesity, heart disease, diabetes and depression.

Although chronic stress is a tough issue for woman to address, it can easily fixed with small lifestyle changes. James B. LaValle, R.Ph., C.C.N., board certified clinical nutritionist shares some of his ideas.

Stress accounts for many health conditions. There are four quick-fix stress solutions ­ for some of the most dangerous health conditions ­ that will provide immediate stress relief in the short term while stabilizing long-term health. 1) Why you should stop fad dieting (which causes more stress) and strategies to end stress eating; 2) How to check your vitamin D levels with a blood test in the comfort of your own home since stress is responsible for blocking the natural absorption of vitamin D that protects the body from a variety of diseases; 3) The exact number of hours you need of sleep to instantly reboot your body in one day; 4) The quickest, scientifically studied, stress reducers that can be done in less than 15 minutes, including: random acts of kindness, venting to a girlfriend and breathing techniques.

Parkinson’s is one of the most devastating diseases to confront a person. Someone who has been physically active, moving, talking and taking care of them selves find they no longer have the ability to even go to the bathroom alone. Parkinson disease (PD) is a progressive neuro degenerative disorder noted for tremors, postural rigidity and postural instability. Keep in mind that a progressive syndrome that only gets worse.

About 10 million people word-wide suffer from this disabling disease. Each year in the United States over sixty thousand new cases are diagnosed. While research is on going to prevent and cure the disease, what can those with the disease do to beat it? Up until now, not much.

Quite seriously there is a way to fight back. Fighting is the operative word as the key is boxing! Who would have thought that doing a boxing workout would help a Parkinson's patient?

After sustaining a regular regiment of this nontraditional exercise studies indicate that those with early symptoms tend to show better results than those who have had PD longer. The results improve the longer the patient works out.

After the boxing training program participants show a better quality of life, a better gait (walk) and do better at daily living activities.

In the Southern California area, Tittle Boxing of Newbury Park (newbury-park.titleboxingclub.com) has an in depth program for those with PD. With classes for all levels, classes are designed to workout the patient and a family member. Not only does the workout help physically, but also emotionally. The patient and family member actually gets to beat the crap out of the disease, releasing anger and depression.

Title Boxing is certified to offer Rock Steady Boxing, a specific program to help those with PD.

Parkinson’s is one of the most devastating diseases to confront a person. Someone who has been physically active, moving, talking and taking care of them selves find they no longer have the ability to even go to the bathroom alone. Parkinson disease (PD) is a progressive neuro degenerative disorder noted for tremors, postural rigidity and postural instability. Keep in mind that a progressive syndrome that only gets worse.

About 10 million people word-wide suffer from this disabling disease. Each year in the United States over sixty thousand new cases are diagnosed. While research is on going to prevent and cure the disease, what can those with the disease do to beat it? Up until now, not much.

Quite seriously there is a way to fight back. Fighting is the operative word as the key is boxing! Who would have thought that doing a boxing workout would help a Parkinson's patient?

After sustaining a regular regiment of this nontraditional exercise studies indicate that those with early symptoms tend to show better results than those who have had PD longer. The results improve the longer the patient works out.

After the boxing training program participants show a better quality of life, a better gait (walk) and do better at daily living activities.

In the Southern California area, Tittle Boxing of Newbury Park (newbury-park.titleboxingclub.com) has an in depth program for those with PD. With classes for all levels, classes are designed to workout the patient and a family member. Not only does the workout help physically, but also emotionally. The patient and family member actually gets to beat the crap out of the disease, releasing anger and depression.

Title Boxing is certified to offer Rock Steady Boxing, a specific program to help those with PD.

Recent studies indicate that the American system of healthcare is not what most Americans think it is. Reports show that the United States is the most expensive healthcare system in the world! The quality care ranking for the US is only 37. Surprising, at the top of the list is France followed by Italy.

What's it like to go to the doctor in another country? Is it good, bad or the same as here in the United States? Medical travel has become a cottage industry, with people traveling to different parts of the world to have both elective surgeries (cosmetic) along with treatment for chronic disease. The reason is simple: The American Healthcare system is broken (and needs to be fixed) and the cost is just too high.

The first line of defense fighting disease and health problems in other major countries is alternative forms of treatment. These include Germany and Japan, both rated higher than the US. These non-western therapies include acupuncture, energy healing and herbal remedies. These health solutions are used because they are inexpensive and work, especially on early detection of a problem.

Comparing options between the United States and Europe, Ramona Petry (From Germany - rated number 25) and Eugenio Chiappini (From Italy - ranked number 2) offer their thoughts on health. These teenage exchange students are staying with Robert Clancy, Late Night Health contributor.

Reading labels is a must for anyone concerned about health. In Germany and Italy food is food. GMOs are not allowed anywhere in the European Union.  Europeans tend to eat "clean" with lots of fresh vegetables, compared to the American fast food diet. People eating foods without preservatives, fresh vegetables and taking a little exercise are leaner and healthier. The obesity epidemic is growing in the Unites States due to poor eating habits and a lack of working out.

Eating like his exchange students, Robert has lost about 14 pounds in the last few months.

Recent studies indicate that the American system of healthcare is not what most Americans think it is. Reports show that the United States is the most expensive healthcare system in the world! The quality care ranking for the US is only 37. Surprising, at the top of the list is France followed by Italy.

What's it like to go to the doctor in another country? Is it good, bad or the same as here in the United States? Medical travel has become a cottage industry, with people traveling to different parts of the world to have both elective surgeries (cosmetic) along with treatment for chronic disease. The reason is simple: The American Healthcare system is broken (and needs to be fixed) and the cost is just too high.

The first line of defense fighting disease and health problems in other major countries is alternative forms of treatment. These include Germany and Japan, both rated higher than the US. These non-western therapies include acupuncture, energy healing and herbal remedies. These health solutions are used because they are inexpensive and work, especially on early detection of a problem.

Comparing options between the United States and Europe, Ramona Petry (From Germany - rated number 25) and Eugenio Chiappini (From Italy - ranked number 2) offer their thoughts on health. These teenage exchange students are staying with Robert Clancy, Late Night Health contributor.

Reading labels is a must for anyone concerned about health. In Germany and Italy food is food. GMOs are not allowed anywhere in the European Union. Europeans tend to eat "clean" with lots of fresh vegetables, compared to the American fast food diet. People eating foods without preservatives, fresh vegetables and taking a little exercise are leaner and healthier. The obesity epidemic is growing in the Unites States due to poor eating habits and a lack of working out.

Eating like his exchange students, Robert has lost about 14 pounds in the last few months.

Rumor has it that Bill Gates (the Bill Gates) has said if he only had "Two dollars he would spend one on Public Relations. Public Relations is how many companies share their message with the public, offering news on health, food, computers and more to the media.

The media has grown during the last 20 years. With the advent of the Internet, media is now more than just radio, television and newspapers. The media is now something you carry with you all the time in your smart phone.

Health and food information is at all time high. People are hungry for clean food, tasty food, recipes and GMOs. Topics of interest include labeling of GMO products and produce to organic foods. The public wants current up-to-date information about what to eat.

The way companies share this information is with a PR company. A PR firm is the middle person between a media program and a company with news about a specific topic.

PR professionals have interesting stories to share about working with celebrities and unique products. Working with companies that create products that the PR person can't eat for example.

That brings us to 95 year young Leo Pearlstein. He's just finished his fourth book, "Adventures in PR" and is featured on Late Night Health. One story is about the Danish Cheese board. Leo represented them for 16 years, yet he could never try their cheese. It seems that Leo is lactose intolerant.

Working with stars including Jayne Mansfield, Abbott and Costello and Steve Leo shares his crazy adventures in more than 60 years working in the PR business. Leo is known as the "King of Food" PR because he worked with so many food companies including "Mrs. Cubbison" for 60 years.

An engaging read "Adventures in PR" is available on amazon.com