YOU: The Owner's Manual

You typically describe your symptoms to your doctor, but what if your doctor could actually feel your pain?You typically describe your symptoms to your doctor, but what if your doctor could actually feel your pain? Neurologist Dr. Joel Salinas has a rare condition called has mirror-touch synesthesia, which affects less than 2% of individuals. This neurological trait causes him to experience other people's emotions and physical sensations as if they were his own. In his book Mirror Touch, Dr. Salinas explains how his condition motivated him to become a doctor and how it affects his practice. He is able to personally understand his patients' symptoms and truly empathize with their pain. Tune in to his chat with Dr. Roizen to learn the power of his trait, as well as its complications and sometimes debilitating limitations. Bonus! How to Avoid the 10 Deadliest Women’s Health Conditions

Sexual abuse is more common than most people realize, affecting about one in five girls and one in 20 boys.Sexual abuse is more common than most people realize, affecting about one in five girls and one in 20 boys. But, because we don't often talk about this topic, there are lots of myths about how sexual abuse happens and how to address the physical and mental health of victims... even as adults. In her book Scared Selfless: My Journey from Abuse and Madness to Surviving and Thriving, Dr. Michelle Stevens recounts her experience of being sexually abused by her stepfather. Through her story, you can learn the truth behind common misconceptions about abuse and abusers, as well as signs to watch for. She also talks with Dr. Roizen about how to prevent and treat related health problems -- some of which might surprise you -- including dissociative identity disorder, arthritis, high blood pressure, ulcers and cancer. Bonus! The Type of Fiber You're Not Eating Enough Of

While medication can be life-saving, are we too dependent on drugs?Nearly half of all Americans take at least one prescription drug, and since the 1950s, prescription drug use has increased tenfold. While medication can be life-saving, are we too dependent on drugs? Dr. Andrew Weil explores this question in his book, Mind Over Meds: Know When Drugs Are Necessary, When Alternatives Are Better and When to Let Your Body Heal on Its Own. Weil points out the dangers of side effects and dependency while offering alternative treatments, such as diet and lifestyle changes, botanical remedies, acupuncture and more. Listen in to find out when medicine is necessary (and when it is not) to treat such common issues as high blood pressure, allergies, depression and the common cold. Bonus! 100 Snacks Under 100 Calories

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:  Opioids account for 50,000 deaths each year in the U.S. Is marijuana a safe option for addressing pain? Many heart attack patients don't take medications as prescribed, especially statins and blood pressure medications. Running may be socially contagious.  Only one in five mentally ill women is getting cervical cancer screening. Only two in five of insured women are getting screened. Does taking antidepressants during pregnancy cause autism? Or is it the underlying reason for taking the medication? America's new anxiety disorder.  FDA approves new options for treatments for cluster headaches.  PLUS, so much more... Bonus! 8 Ways to Fall Asleep Faster That Actually Work

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:  What to do if you're in a non-monogamous sexual relationship and over 20 years old (in regards to HPV). Stroke hospitalizations rising among younger U.S. adults. Diabetes is thought to be even deadlier than prior estimates. An hour of running adds time to your life. The importance of the trans fats ban. Why probiotics work for acne and the importance of balancing "bad" bacteria. PLUS, so much more... Bonus! This Diet Helps Reverse Fatty Liver Disease

New technology in the form of a "bionic eye" implant may help restore sight to those who suffer from blindness.About 400,000 people suffer from retinitis pigmentosa, a disease that causes blindness. Thanks to the innovative work of Dr. Robert Greenberg, 200 people with the disease can now see colors, shadows and light after successfully receiving a "bionic eye" implant. Now, Dr. Greenberg wants to help the six million people worldwide who are blind due to other health issues, such as cancer, glaucoma and diabetes. He chats with Dr. Roizen about the newest technology he's developing that bypasses the eye altogether and works directly with the brain. This means people with damaged eyes may be able to regain their sight. Plus, the technology could possibly help those with other impaired senses, like hearing, taste, smell or touch. Bonus! Can You Spot Hidden High Blood Pressure?

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:  Most and least stressed states in the U.S. Prolonged antibiotic use is tied to precancerous colon growths. Cancer deaths for men and women (or all races) are on the decline.  Six steps to living a longer life. Low-dose aspirin can reduce the risk of death from a number of cancers. Majority of Kentucky residents support banning smoking in public places. Seven reasons we're more at risk for a global pandemic. New studies show a little extra fat is NOT a survival advantage as previously believed. Stem cells may offer hope for kids with autism. PLUS, so much more... Bonus! Processed Meat & Asthma Connection

Your body does have the ability to detoxify itself, but there are lifestyle tweaks you can make to help improve that process.Every single day we're exposed to chemicals, heavy metals, radiation, electromagnetic frequencies and pollution... all leading to toxin overload. As Dr. Joseph Pizzorno outlines in his book, The Toxin Solution, these invisible poisons slowly hurt our bodies, leading to chronic disease and cancer. Your body does have the ability to detoxify itself, but there are lifestyle tweaks you can make to help improve that process. Dr. Pizzorno discusses his eight-week plan to heal from toxin overload and restore your health. He also explains how to avoid toxins in your food, mend your gut and repair the damage toxins have wrecked on your body. Bonus! 11 Simple Ways to Spend Less, Save More

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:  8 ways to build a bigger brain and become a "super ager." Decline in childhood and adolescent diarrhea-related diseases/death. Early pregnancy obesity increases the risk of childhood obesity. New gene shifts increases risk of brain and ovarian cancers, but only minimally (not worth getting gene testing). Hidden risk of running a marathon. PLUS so much more... Bonus! The Most Important Meal for Your Heart

More than 35 million Americans have Hashimoto's, an autoimmune disease in which the body attacks the thyroid... and some people may not even know they have it.More than 35 million Americans have Hashimoto's, an autoimmune disease in which the body attacks the thyroid... and some people may not even know they have it. Symptoms can include weight gain, fatigue, hair loss, forgetfulness, acid reflux, IBS and chronic pain. Yet, the usual treatment with synthetic hormones doesn't resolve most of these symptoms and can have many life-altering side effects. In Hashimoto's Protocol: A 90-Day Plan for Reversing Thyroid Symptoms and Getting Your Life Back, author Dr. Izabella Wentz details how to reverse the autoimmune damage at the root of the disease. She talks to Dr. Roizen about her firsthand experience with Hashimoto's and how she turned her health around with lifestyle tweaks. She also outlines a 90-day plan to feel better that includes inflammatory foods to avoid, liver-boosting supplements to consider, and personalized treatment plans. Bonus! Does it Matter When You Exercise?