YOU: The Owner's Manual

The main cause of stroke may surprise you.Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the U.S. Also known as a brain attack, a stroke happens when blood flow is cut off from the brain, causing brain cells to die. It can lead to brain damage, vision or speech problems, paralysis and even death. And, the main cause of stroke may surprise you. Most strokes are caused by hard arteries, a blood vessel issue that typically shows no symptoms. Dr. Mohammad Eslami joins Dr. Roizen to explain how to prevent cardiovascular trouble that can destroy your brain. Bonus! This Gut Condition Could Cost You Your Colon

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, including the following topics:  Boost your workouts with caffeine. Even if you regularly drink coffee, your workouts can improve. Getting married? How it affects your health. CDC reports that Alzheimer's deaths increased nearly 55% from 1999 to 2014. What snacks to eat for better sleep. A one-hour walk three times a week reduces dementia risk. A busy brain is not letting you sleep. Learn how to quiet the noise. Healthy arteries are rare, but not impossible for the elderly. The increase of antibiotic resistance in nursing homes. Women are delaying motherhood. Stronger statin use is in the rise in heart attack patients.  PLUS so much more... Bonus! Study Finds THIS Can Boost Your Brain Power

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, including the following topics:  Trouble sleeping? Get a new air filter. Or, move farther from the freeway.  How to lose weight after 40: six new habits to incorporate now. No fruit juice for kids under one year of age.  How to stop sugar from sneaking into your child's diet. Your fitness tracker could be way, way off.  Are you properly restraining your kids in the car? What is the anti-inflammatory diet and how can it help you? Bonus! Foods That Can Actually Make You Hungrier & What to Eat Instead

Feel like you have everything you've always wanted? Then why does life still feel empty sometimes?Feel like you have everything you've always wanted? Then why does life still feel empty sometimes? Psychiatrist Anna Yusim, MD, went on a personal journey to explore why she didn't feel content. After 15 years of research, she realized this lingering feeling of dissatisfaction coincides with spiritual neglect... but that fulfillment IS possible. She's bringing her lessons to you in a new book called Fulfilled: How the Science of Spirituality Can Help You Live a Happier, More Meaningful Life. In the book, Dr. Yusim shares the latest research and inspiring success stories. She offers guided meditations, practical wisdom and exercises that draw from Western medicine, Kabbalah, Buddhism and shamanistic traditions. This combination of science and spirituality can give you a powerful path toward healing and happiness. Learn tips to discover more meaning, joy and fulfillment in your life. Bonus! 10 Simple Habits to Help You Sleep Soundly at Night

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, including the following topics:  How weather influences women's risk for developing diabetes in pregnancy. Early menopause puts women at greater risk of heart failure. One in three women have C-sections. Hospital systems are working to reduce that number. Steroid shots do little for arthritic knee pain. Most troops booted from military service for misconduct have mental health issues. Chicken soup and zinc lozenges help colds go away three times faster. New nutritional survey shows 80 percent of individuals say it's easier to do their taxes than to figure out what to eat. A low-carb diet may help correct habitual eating behaviors Bonus! 11 Best Foods for Every Stage of a Woman's Life

Maybe you've planned financially for your retirement, but have you planned emotionally?Maybe you've planned financially for your retirement, but have you planned emotionally? The thought of retirement can bring on anxiety, but you're not alone. In her book, Poised for Retirement, Louise Neyer offers easy-to-implement visualizations, breathing exercises and sleep techniques to make the transition to retirement simple and stress-free. Find out why baby boomers should stop thinking about putting their feet up when they retire and how to make retirement one of the most active and rewarding times of your life. Bonus! This Gut Condition Could Cost You Your Colon

You're outside on a hot, summer day. Even though you're sitting, you start to feel nauseous and disoriented. Could it be heatstroke?You're outside on a hot, summer day. Even though you're sitting, you start to feel nauseous and disoriented. Could it be heatstroke? Heatstroke occurs when your body loses control of its temperature system. It's the most serious form of heat injury, and it can damage your brain and internal organs. In some cases, it's deadly. Heatstroke can affect people of all ages, even people who are healthy and haven't had a heat injury in the past. Dr. Julian E. Bailes, Jr., chats with Dr. Roizen about the red flags you should look out for, plus what you should do if you think you or a loved one is in danger. Bonus! 6 Surprising Signs of Dementia

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, including the following topics:  Why everything you know about salt may be wrong. Noisy knees? Arthritis may be in your future, but the chance is not as great as previously thought. Pain relievers and pain tied to immediate heart risk. The best way to tell if you're at a healthy weight. How much cardio is really good for your heart? Are statin side effects all in your head? HIV patients are living 10 years longer than those who had the disease in 1990. PLUS so much more... Bonus! People Who Do This Have Smaller Waists & Better Lungs

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, including the following topics:  Genetic mutation may reduce the risk of heart disease. Overweight kids are costing Americans billions. Going to college may increase the risk of marijuana use. Periodic fasting helps with weight loss and improved health. Disability worsens for 72 percent of people years after mild brain injuries. Some antibiotics are linked to miscarriages. PLUS so much more... Bonus! A Calorie is NOT Just a Calorie

You've probably heard you use only 10% of your brain, but did you know that's actually a myth?You've probably heard you use only 10% of your brain, but did you know that's actually a myth? What else have you got wrong about your gray matter? In this episode, Neuroscientist Dr. David Eagleman, author of The Brain: The Story of You and host of the PBS series The Brain, debunks common myths and shares little-known facts about the amazing human mind. He explains how your brain shapes your reality and your decisions, and how those choices affect humanity at large. Listen now to better understand yourself and your world by first understanding your brain.  Bonus! 3 Tricks to Dodge Fast Food Cravings