Podcast Episodes

Facts on Fertility, Part 1

One out of eight couples in the United States experience difficulty getting pregnant. A large and often unspoken contributor to that statistic? Male factor infertility.

On this episode of Health Matte…

Published on 8 months, 1 week ago

How to Sleep Better

Sleep: it's complicated. Our sleep quality is at the root of countless health issues. So, how do we change our habits?

On this episode of Health Matters, we're speaking with Dr. Timothy Morgenthaler,…

Published on 8 months, 3 weeks ago

Feel the Burn? GERD and Acid Reflux

Heartburn, acid reflux, GERD—what’s the real difference? In this episode of Health Matters, gastroenterologist Dr. Dawn Francis breaks it down, explaining why an estimated 1 in 5 Americans experience…

Published on 9 months, 2 weeks ago

Supplements, Simplified

1 in 5 people use herbs and other dietary supplements to improve their health and well being. But with all the conflicting information out there, it can be hard to tell: Are supplements good for you,…

Published on 10 months ago

How the News Rewires Your Brain

Constantly tuning into the news can feel stressful, and sometimes... inescapable. Even when you turn off your TV, you'll still find out what's going on - online, through friends, or through social me…

Published on 10 months, 2 weeks ago

Who's the Queen of Hemorrhoids?

Awkward. Taboo. The stuff of juvenile comedy. That's how many people would describe hemorrhoids, if they even talk about them at all. And if the emotional discomfort isn't enough, they're also pretty…

Published on 11 months ago

Is My Dog or Cat Improving My Health?

Pets are close to our hearts — and they’re good for our hearts. Having a pet is linked to a whole host of cardiovascular benefits, from reduced blood pressure to increased physical activity. So snugg…

Published on 11 months, 2 weeks ago

What Happens If an Astronaut Gets Sick in Space?

Space: the final medical frontier. This is the interview with Dr. Jan Stepanek. His continuing mission: to explore strange new medicine; to seek out new treatment and new conditions; to boldly treat …

Published on 11 months, 4 weeks ago

How Much Sun Is Too Much Sun?

Nothing says summer like fun in the sun. But that can also give us cancer! In fact, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S. — one in every five Americans will develop it. So how do …

Published on 1 year ago

Should I Be Signing Up for a Polar Bear Plunge?

Sweating. Freezing. Sweating. Freezing. That's the “nordic cycle,” or alternating between a sauna and cold water. More spas are offering both hot and cold therapies as part of their services, and at-…

Published on 1 year ago