YOU: The Owner's Manual

Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Chiropractic care during pregnancy -- is it safe? Doctors are failing to help teens quit smoking. Americans choose bottled water for safety and quality. Are they right? Meat alternatives have gone mainstream, but are they healthy? Silent celiac disease is common in close relatives with celiac disease. Three suicides among a small Navy crew raises even more concerns about mental health. Patients are more likely to seek psychiatric help after weight loss surgery. Struggling to get back into a workout routine? Here are some tips. PLUS so much more... Want better health and nutrition? Now you can get personalized supplement recommendations and custom vitamin packs delivered to your door! Go to PersonaNutrition.com/Roizen and take your free assessment and get 50% off your order today. - sponsor

Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. The great meat debate--an update. Should you get the HPV vaccine, even if you're older than recommended? Don't let fear of cancer keep you from going to doctor visits. Low-dose aspirin twice a day--why you should be following this regimen (and who should). U.S. Surgeon General shares lessons all physicians should take away from the opioid epidemic. Scientists discover new ways fat harms your arteries.  PLUS so much more... Bonus! The 10 Deadliest Men’s Health Conditions

From arthritis to back pain, certain physical pains are often the end to one's gardening hobby.For those who love gardening, it can be disappointing when the ails of age get in the way. From arthritis to back pain, certain physical pains are often the end to one's favorite hobby. It doesn't have to be that way. Toni Gattone is an Adaptive Gardening Expert. In her book, The Lifelong Gardener: Garden with Ease and Joy at Any Age, she shares techniques that that will help you garden smarter, not harder. This helpful guide includes dozens tried-and-true methods that help eliminate the physical strain of gardening, like buying ergonomic tools, using raised beds, and moving tools around in bins on wheels. Listen as Toni joins Dr. Roizen to discuss how you can garden well into your years to come. Bonus Eat This and Ditch That: Help Prevent Colon Cancer

Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Millions of diabetic patients are missing out on something important. Rich Americans are more likely to live longer than people lower down on the income chain. Gluten does not cause GI symptoms in healthy people. One or two naps per week can help ward off heart disease. Colorectal cancer is becoming more common in younger generations. Smoking cessation programs are more successful when paired with lung cancer screening. PLUS so much more... Bonus! Are Heartburn Drugs Bad for Your Health?

Immunology is connected to every organ system in the body... your heart, your brain, your digestive system, and more.Your immune system is critical for defending yourself against bacteria and viruses. But, it's also important also in other health areas. Immunology is connected to every organ system in the body... your heart, your brain, your digestive system, and more. Leonard H. Calabrese, DO, heads Cleveland Clinic's Section of Clinical Immunology and manages its Clinical Immunology Clinic. He joins Dr. Roizen to discuss all the intricacies of the immune system and why you need to keep yours healthy to live a long, healthy life. Bonus The Perfect 70-Calorie Snack

Just because a drug recall is happening, it doesn't mean you must throw your medication away.Recalls for prescription and over-the-counter medications happen all the time. The news wires lit up recently at the voluntary recall of Zantac by major pharmacies CVS, Walgreens, and RiteAid due to a potential cancer risk. It doesn't always happen because a patient's health and safety is at risk. Sometimes, officials may simply recall medications due to a labeling issue. The good news is, just because a recall is happening, it doesn't mean you must throw your medication away. Delaney Ivy, PharmD, joins Dr. Roizen to explain why recalls occur, what to do should your medication is listed, and why it's not always reason to panic. Bonus 6 Weird Reasons You Can’t Lose Weight

Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. How to resist food cravings and when it's okay to give in. A randomized study in stroke patients reveals what gets them walking the quickest. Why diet sodas aren't the answer for sugary drink cravings. How to get on track when weekend eating is your downfall. Dirty air is deadly. If you're napping more, could it be a sign of Alzheimer's? PLUS so much more... Bonus! Your High Blood Pressure Prescription, Decoded

The "secondhand effect" isn't limited to just tobacco use.We've all heard of secondhand smoke and how damaging it can be to those who are exposed. The "secondhand effect" isn't limited to just tobacco use. According to a a research project titled "Alcohol’s Harms to Others Among U.S. Adults: Individual and Contextual Effects," led by Katherine Karriker-Jaffe and Thomas K. Greenfield, being exposed to someone who has been drinking also has negative consequences. Some of those consequences include financial problems, property damage/vandalism, physical harm/aggression, harassment, and driving-related harm. The negative effects might result from a one-time incidence with a stranger or repeated harm within a family unit. Children are especially at risk for experiencing long-term harm if they are routinely victims of secondhand drinking.  Listen as Dr. Karriker-Jaffe joins Dr. Roizen to discuss the study and its findings. Bonus Get Younger in 5 Minutes Each Day

It's estimated that 130 Americans will die from an opioid overdose every day.Opioid addiction is fast becoming the most deadly crisis in American history. It's estimated that 130 Americans will die from an opioid overdose every day. Yet, opiates are still very important in medical use. How did we get to such a disconnect between the two ends of this spectrum? John Halpern, MD, describes how we got here in his book, Opium: How an Ancient Flower Shaped and Poisoned Our World, co-authored with David Blistein. Dr. Halpern joins Dr. Roizen to share insights from the book and explain how severe the opioid crisis really is. Bonus Want to Keep Your Heart and Brain Young? Do This

Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.In this episode, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Do you know your cardio fitness level? Here's why you should. Toxic pond algae is killing dogs. What to do to prevent illness. Heavy metal toxicity -- where does it come from? Air pollution may be as harmful to your lungs as smoking cigarettes. Middle-aged hearing loss is tied to dementia. E-cigarette use and vaping triples the use of marijuana in teens. FDA is proposing graphic photos on tobacco products to discourage use. More than half of younger patients skip their blood pressure medication. Virtual Reality (VR) used to relieve pain. PLUS so much more... Bonus! I’m Tired All the Time – Is That Normal?