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Straight Talk on Health
By Dr. Chet ZelaskoHealth & Fitness
Straight Talk on Health episodes
- Ep. 76 – Recent weight loss ads and commentariesThere are some strange goings on in the weight loss arena, even stranger than before. Dr. Chet Zelasko gives an update and the lowdown on the latest in weight loss on this edition of Straight Talk on Health9 min
- Ep. 75 – On the Possibility of ZombiesCan zombies be real? Common sense says no way, but people still believe they can exist. Dr. Chet takes a look at fact and fiction about the possibility of zombies on this edition of Straight Talk on Health9 min
- Ep. 74 – Food WasteAfter watching a cooking show, Dr. Chet decided to look into out food waste in the U.S. This show featured chefs using more of the meat, produce, and leftover foods to make gourmet dishes instead of throwing them in the garbage. Dr. Chet Zelasko looks into food waste on this edition of Straight Talk on Health10 min
- Ep. 73 – Artificial SweetenersThe trend today is away from artificial sweeteners. Manufacturers are still trying to remove the bitter aftertaste of stevia by processing the bitterness out. Is that really natural? Today on Straight Talk on Health, Dr. Chet Zelasko gives the low down on artificial sweeteners9 min
- Ep. 72 - Potential benefits of vegetarian dietsHave you considered a vegetarian diet? If so, which one? One that allows animal products or complete vegan? More importantly; why? We’ll review the potential benefits and what has yet to be proven on this edition of Straight Talk on Health10 min
- Ep. 71 - Prenatal omega-3 fatty acids supplementationOmega-3 fatty acids have long been recommended as a supplement for prenatal care. But a recent study has concluded that omega-3 supplementation might contribute to obesity in children when taken by the mother in the third trimester. Dr. Chet looks at the study on this episode of the Straight Talk on Health podcast11 min
- Ep. 70 – Research on flavonolsDo you ever start your day with a cup of black tea? How about closing the day with a beer? You just might be surprised at the flavonols they contain. On this episode, Dr. Chet Zelasko explains the latest research on flavonols and their relationship with mortality10 min
- Ep. 69 – Nutrients and supplements when there’s no research for an ailmentWhat do you do when there is no research on what ails you? Dr. Chet Zelasko gets asked about supplementation for every condition you can imagine. How does he evaluate the things that could help someone? He lets us know on this edition of Straight Talk on Health10 min
- Ep. 68 – Reducing risk of dying of cardiovascular diseaseHow would you like an easy way to reduce your risk of dying of cardiovascular disease? Two new studies show that stretching decreases the risk. Dr. Chet Zelasko takes a look at the research on this episode10 min
- Ep. 67 – Vitamin D over-supplementationIs a cautionary tale about vitamin D more hype than anything else? Maybe. Before you attribute a death to supplementation, it’s good to have all the facts. In this case, we don’t. I’ll let you know why we don’t on this edition of Straight Talk on Health10 min
About Straight Talk on Health
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How do you live your healthiest life when health information seems to change every day? Each week on Straight Talk on Health, Dr. Chet Zelasko examines the health headlines, digs into the latest…
research studies, explores the claims of miracle nutrients and diets, and gives you his insight about what’s real and what’s not so you can make informed decisions about your health. Straight Talk on Health airs Monday afternoons during WGVU’s Midday West Michigan.The health information Dr. Chet talks about is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for medical advice from your healthcare provider; it should not be used to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease. This information is, however, designed to motivate you to work towards better health, which includes seeing your healthcare professional regularly.