Zorba Paster On Your Health

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Each week Dr. Zorba Paster and co-host Tom Clark provide listeners with health and fitness tips to live a full and healthy life. The down-to-earth, personal style makes this call-in show as entertaining as it is informative. " Zorba Paster On Your Health " can be heard Saturdays from 8 to 9 a.m. and again from 1 to 2 p.m. on the Ideas Network.

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Good news for coffee and wa...

10.23.2021

This week the hosts look at new research surrounding the potential cardiovascular benefits of consuming coffee and walnuts, and they discuss why doctors are rethinking treatments for type 2 diabetes. Plus, they share a tasty recipe for sesame tofu with ...

Zorba Paster On Your Health episodes:

10.23.2021 Good news for coffee and walnut lovers, Rethinking type 2 diabetes treatment, Sesame Tofu with Broccoli This week the hosts look at new research surrounding the potential cardiovascular benefits of consuming coffee and walnuts, and they discuss why doctors are rethinking treatments for type 2 diabetes. Plus, they share a tasty recipe for sesame tofu with ...
10.16.2021 Docs prescribe play time, Pesticide in our Cheerios, Miriam's Lentils This week the hosts talk about how children's play time is as important as reading to them, and they look at a study that found pesticide in some breakfast cereals. Plus, they share a special listener recipe for Miriam's Lentils!
10.09.2021 Doctors need to unlearn, No level of alcohol beneficial, Chipotle Chicken Mango Salad This week the hosts discuss why it's difficult for physicians to unlearn certain things, and they look at a study that found no level of alcohol is healthy. Plus, get a delicious recipe for chipotle chicken mango salad.
10.02.2021 What dreaming does for our brains, Reducing sugar in packaged foods, Chicken Empanadas This week the hosts discuss new research about how dreaming affects our brains, and they look at how reducing sugar in packaged foods can help prevent disease. Plus, they share a tasty recipe for chicken empanadas.
09.25.2021 Belly fat risks, X-rays during pregnancy, Avocado Potato Salad This week the hosts look at a study that examines belly circumference (not BMI) as a risk factor for obesity, and they discuss research showing you should limit x-rays during pregnancy. Plus, they share a tasty recipe for avocado potato ...
09.25.2021 Wisconsin Fall Membership Drive Edition - Molten Chocolate Cake This week’s pledge week edition of the show addresses new research on Vitamin D and Calcium supplements, plus a special recipe for molten chocolate cake.
09.18.2021 Forest Bathing, Being Single Bad For Your Health, Squash Curry With Red Lentils This week the hosts learn about the health benefits of "forest bathing", and they look at a study showing that being single may be detrimental to your health. Plus, they share a tasty recipe for squash curry with red lentils.
09.11.2021 Binge Drinking Up In Seniors, Post-Surgery Brain Function Risk, Turkey Hummus Sliders This week the hosts look at a study that shows binge drinking (and pot use) is up in older Americans, and they discuss a BMJ study that shows dementia risks increase with repeated surgeries. Plus, they share a tasty recipe ...
09.04.2021 Eating For Hunger Or Pleasure, Cigarette Warning Labels, Barley Salad With Dates This week the hosts discuss how the body reacts to eating for hunger vs. pleasure, and they look at the effect of graphic warning labels on cigarette packaging. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for barley salad with dates.
08.28.2021 Cancer And Sugary Sodas, Good News About Dementia Risks, Cold Cucumber Soup This week the hosts look at a study that links drinking sugary sodas with a cancer risk, and they discuss a study that provides good news for people who are genetically at risk for dementia. Plus, they share a refreshing ...
08.21.2021 Take A Vacation For Your Health, Obesity Linked To Watching TV In Bed, Grilled Veggie Sandwiches Zorba and Tom discuss new research that shows the health benefits of taking vacations, and they look at a study that shows obesity might be linked to watching TV in bed at night. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for ...
08.14.2021 Stress And Gray Hair, Racism In Healthcare System, Sesame Beef Bowls This week the hosts discuss research that confirms the link between gray hair and stress, and they talk about how racism in the health care industry has affected people of color. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for sesame beef ...
08.07.2021 Pets As The New Probiotics, New Juice Guidelines for Kids, Strawberry Cobb Salad Zorba and Tom examine a study that looks at the bacteria our pets bring into our lives, and they discuss the new FDA guidelines on fruit juice for children. Plus, they share a healthy recipe for strawberry Cobb salad.
07.31.2021 Adolescent Mental Health Crisis, Brits Are Having Less Sex, Grilled Chile Salmon With Lime Crema Zorba and Tom discuss a new study that shows a large increase in adolescent mental health problems in the UK, and they look at why the Brits are having less sex. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for grilled chile ...
07.24.2021 Smartphones And Weight Gain, Forever Chemicals In Cosmetics, Claudia’s Summer Gazpacho This week the hosts talk about a possible link between weight gain and smartphone use, and they look at new research about "forever chemicals" that are found in many cosmetics. Plus, they share a delicious listener recipe for Claudia's summer ...
07.17.2021 Recording Doctor Visits, More Good News For Coffee Lovers, Tom's Asparagus This week the hosts talk about the practice of patients recording their doctor visits, and they discuss some new research on the benefits of drinking coffee. Plus, they share a special listener recipe for Tom's asparagus.
07.10.2021 The Power Of Music, Exercise And Marijuana Use, Asparagus Garbanzo Bean Salad This week the hosts discuss the many ways music affects our health, and they examine new research that looked at a correlation between marijuana use and exercise. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for asparagus garbanzo bean salad.
07.03.2021 Death With Dignity, Lentils And Blood Sugar Study, Greek Pasta Salad This week the hosts discuss the controversial issue of assisted suicide, and they look at a study suggesting that eating lentils may lower blood sugar. Plus, they share a tasty recipe for Greek pasta salad.
06.26.2021 Tattoo Ink Health Concerns, Racial Biases In Health Care, Chicken Marbella This week the hosts talk about what exactly is in tattoo ink and if it's safe, and they look at new research that illustrates the racial biases that exist in the healthcare industry. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for ...
06.19.2021 A Frank Discussion On Bathroom Hand Dryers, Cell Phone Radiation Risk, Persimmon Arugula Salad This week the hosts have an enlightening discussion on the cleanliness of bathroom hand dryers, and they look at any potential radiation risks from cell phone use. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for persimmon arugula salad.
06.12.2021 Screen Use Before Bed, Social Ties Slow Brain Aging, Grilled Peaches With Burrata This week the hosts look at a study suggesting nighttime screen use can disturb sleep, and they talk about how being social in older age can help slow brain aging. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for grilled peaches with ...
06.05.2021 Comfort Food Bad For Mental Health, Baby Boomers Are Healthier Than Millennials, Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken This week the hosts talk about a study that shows comfort food may be bad for our mental health, and they look at new research that suggests baby boomers are healthier than millennials and Generation X'ers. Plus, they share a ...
05.29.2021 Hug Your Children, Phthalates In Our Food, Eggplant Mexicana With Tofu This week the hosts discuss a study that looked at the health benefits of children who were hugged, and they look at phthalates in our food. Plus, they share a healthy and delicious recipe for eggplant Mexicana with tofu.
05.22.2021 Garlic Helps Memory, Do Supplements Work, Zorba's Experimental Beef Brisket This week the hosts discuss a study suggesting eating fresh garlic may help with memory, and they look at research surrounding the effectiveness of supplements. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for Zorba's experimental beef brisket.
05.15.2021 Is Intermittent Fasting Healthy, Psilocybin As An Antidepressant, BBQ Pineapple Chicken Kabobs This week the hosts discuss if intermittent fasting has health benefits, and they look at new research about how psilocybin in mushrooms may work as well as common antidepressants. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for BBQ pineapple chicken kabobs.
05.08.2021 Using Baseball To Fight Dementia, Some Drugs May Cause Dementia, Eggplant With Braised Chickpeas This week this hosts talk about using baseball memories to help treat dementia patients. They also look at an observational study showing certain drugs may increase the risks for dementia. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for eggplant with braised ...
05.01.2021 What Else Is In Our Pills, Mushrooms For Memory, Pineapple Shrimp Noodle Bowl This week the hosts look at what inert or inactive ingredients are in the pills we take, and how that could affect our health. They also look at new research suggesting eating mushrooms may help to slow memory loss. Plus, ...
04.24.2021 Walking Is Good For The Aging Brain, Benefits Of Eating Oatmeal, Miso Mushroom Stir-Fry This week the hosts discuss new research that shows how walking can benefit the aging brain, and they look at the many health benefits of eating oatmeal. Plus, they share a delicious and heart-healthy recipe for miso mushroom stir-fry.
04.17.2021 Icy Plunge For Pain Relief, Eating Quickly Raises Obesity Risk, Stars And Chicken Stew This week the hosts look at research suggesting that jumping into cold water may help with pain relief, and they discuss a study showing that eating fast may increase risk for obesity. Plus, they'll share a tasty recipe for stars ...
04.10.2021 New Methods For Alzheimer’s Detection, Sleep Is Vital To Forming Memories, Honey Garlic Salmon This week the hosts discuss new methods for potentially detecting Alzheimer's, and they look at a new study about the important role sleep plays in forming our memories. Plus, they share a delicious and heart-healthy recipe for honey garlic salmon.
04.03.2021 Opioids And Suboxone Treatment, Babysitting Grandparents May Live Longer, Zaatar Roasted Eggplant This week the hosts discuss how Suboxone treatment should be more easily available to treat opioid addiction. They also look at a study that found grandparents who help with babysitting may live longer. Plus, a special guest chef shares his ...
03.27.2021 Screens Affect Children's Sleep Health, FDA Takes On Supplement Companies, Thai Chicken Soup This week the hosts look at a study that shows children who watch screens before bed time have more sleep issues. They also discuss why the FDA is sending warning letters to certain supplement companies. Plus, they share a tasty ...
03.20.2021 Exercise May Boost Memory, House Plants For Health, Cheesy Tofu Quiche With Spinach This week the hosts look at new research that suggests exercise may help with memory. They also discuss a study that shows having plants in the workplace may make us happier. Plus, they'll share a healthy recipe for cheesy tofu ...
03.13.2021 Music In Surgery Room Can Reduce Pain, Kid's Eating Habits Continue Into Adulthood, Rita's Baked Tofu This week the hosts discuss new research that indicates playing music in the surgery room can help reduce pain and stress for the patient, and they look at a new study that shows how children's eating habits may follow them ...
03.06.2021 Exercise Helps Children's Mental Health, Vegetarian Diet Reduces Stroke Risk, Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup This week the hosts discuss how exercise may help improve a child's mental health. They also look at a study that suggests a vegetarian diet may help reduce risk of stroke. Plus, a healthy recipe for Instant Pot chicken tortilla ...
02.27.2021 How Elvis Helped Promote Vaccines, Dementia Not Regular Part Of Aging, Teriyaki Chicken Bowl This week the hosts discuss how Elvis Presley helped promote vaccines during the polio pandemic, and they look at a new study that shows dementia and Alzheimer's are not an inevitable part of aging. Plus, they share a delicious recipe ...
02.20.2021 Music Choices Help Workouts, Peanut Allergy Treatment Approved, Spaghetti Squash With Garlic And Herbs This week the hosts look at a study that shows the music we listen to while exercising can improve our workouts, and they discuss a new peanut allergy treatment that has been approved by the FDA. Plus, they'll share a ...
02.13.2021 Mediterranean Diet Secret Ingredient, Hearing Aids May Help Prevent Dementia, Garlic Roasted Asparagus With Cotija This week the hosts discuss the secret ingredient that makes the Mediterranean Diet so health. They also look at a study that suggests using hearing aids may help prevent dementia. Plus, a healthy recipe for garlic roasted asparagus with Cotija.
02.06.2021 Pets Can Help With Pandemic Blues, Plastics And Health Risks, Queso Fundio With Zucchini And Squash This week the hosts discuss research showing how pets can help us cope during a pandemic, and they look at the health risks of plastics in the environment. Plus, they share a delicious dip recipe for queso fundido with zucchini ...
01.30.2021 Can We Inherit Trauma, Low Sodium Diets, Carrot, Smoked Salmon And Avocado Salad This week the hosts talk about the possibility of humans inheriting trauma from our ancestors. They also discuss if low sodium diets really are that healthy. Plus, they serve up a healthy recipe for carrot, smoked salmon and avocado salad.
01.23.2021 Cheese Is Healthy?, Music Soothes Our Brains, Eggplant Casserole This week the hosts talk about new research that shows eating cheese may be good for us, and they discuss a study that looks at the healthy effects listening to music has on our brains. Plus, a delicious recipe for ...
01.16.2021 Art Appreciation Extends Life, Talcum Powder And Cancer, Winter Pasta Salad This week the hosts look at research that suggests attending art events can increase life span. And they discuss if there is a link between talcum powder use and cancer. Plus, they share a healthy recipe for winter pasta salad.
01.09.2021 Teaching Generosity To Our Kids, Vitamin D And Fish Oil Study, Chilaquiles Rojos This week the hosts look at research that shows children are more likely to be generous when their parents are more empathetic, and they discuss a new study that suggests Vitamin D and fish oil do not help prevent certain ...
01.02.2021 Sleeping Well Increases Salary, Mediterranean Diet May Help Depression, Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup This week the hosts look at research that shows people who get plenty of sleep make more money, and they discuss a study that suggests eating the Mediterranean Diet may help with depression. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for ...
12.26.2020 Cell Phone Injuries, Hair Dye Health Risk, Garlic And Rosemary Latkes This week the hosts look at a study that shows a recent uptick in cellphone-related injuries, and they discuss the potential cancer risks from using hair dyes and straighteners. Plus, a festive recipe for garlic and rosemary latkes.
12.19.2020 Teabags And Microplastics, Red Meat Now Ok, Mediterranean Chicken This week the hosts talk about how microplastics may be leaching into our tea, and they discuss new research that suggests eating red meat is not as bad as we thought. Plus, they share a tasty recipe for Mediterranean chicken.
12.12.2020 COVID-19 And Mental Health, Tips For Good Eye Health, Baked Feta With Olives And Cherry Tomatoes This week the hosts talk about how COVID-19 is affecting our mental health, and they offer up some helpful tips for maintaining good eye health. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for baked feta with olives and cherry tomatoes.
12.05.2020 Seasonal Temperature Changes, A Mother's Voice And Smoke Alarms, Ingrid Hoffmann's Chicken Tinga Poblana This week the hosts learn why 50 degrees in the fall feels colder than 50 degrees in the spring. They also look at a study that found kids reacted much quicker to smoke alarms that were their mother’s voice. Plus, ...
11.28.2020 Is Kombucha Healthy?, Dogs May Help Us Live Longer, Roasted Garlic Pumpkin Hummus This week the hosts taste kombucha and look at research to determine if it has any health benefits, and they look at a study showing that dog ownership may improve longevity. Plus, they share a tasty recipe for roasted garlic ...
11.21.2020 Easy Ways To Be Healthier, Pandemic Reduces Air Pollution Related Deaths, Old-Fashioned Beef Stew This week the hosts discuss five easy ways to extend your life, and they look at how COVID-19 lockdowns may have prevented thousands of air pollution linked deaths. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for old-fashioned beef stew.

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