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If you're looking for a podcast on health and fitness that offers short and actionable advice the Optimal Health Weekly Podcast is just for you! Healthcare is not just all about eating right and exercising. Our weekly health podcast covers a good deal about new breakthroughs in biotech &nutrition and bioscience related content. Other topics will also include the safety of junk food products, chemicals in cosmetic products and the effectiveness regenerative therapies in healthcare and mental ...
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In this episode of Optimal Health Weekly we peek under the microscope and dives deep into the latest research, innovations, and treatment options for osteoarthritis. In this captivating, conversational, and very descriptive audio journey, we'll keep you on the cutting edge of osteoarthritis care and inspire hope for a future where chronic joint pai…
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The episode of Optimal Health Weekly we discuss Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, a lung disease that can cause breathing difficulties. It is a progressive disease that worsens over time, and it can be caused by factors such as smoking or exposure to air pollution. The podcast covers the symptoms, diagnosis, and new treatment options for COPD,…
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In this episode of Optimal Health Weekly we discuss Heart disease prevention and new treatment options for coronary artery atherosclerosis. Heart disease is a leading cause of death worldwide, and coronary artery disease is one of its most common forms. Coronary artery disease occurs when the blood vessels that supply the heart with oxygen and nutr…
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Welcome to the first show of 2023. In this episode of Optimal Health Weekly we discuss the the latest advancements in multiple sclerosis research. Using a novel strategy, scientists have isolated signalling molecules that control the activation of specific subsets of astrocytes, which are implicated as the primary inflammatory drivers in multiple s…
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In this episode of Optimal Health Weekly we discuss the Ice Bucket Challenge funding research for ALS. ALS or or Lou Gehrig’s disease is a nervous system disease that impacts nerve cells that control our voluntary muscle movement. For most patients, symptoms do get worse over time, resulting in respiratory failure. Remember the “Ice Bucket Challeng…
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In this episode of Optimal Health Weekly we discuss the latest advancements in Parkinsons disease. Parkinson's disease or "PD" is a progressive disease that affects the nervous system and the parts controlled by the nerves. Symptoms often start slowly. The first symptom may be a barely noticeable tremor in just one hand. Tremors are also common, bu…
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In this episode of Optimal Health Weekly we discuss diabetes. Diabetes is a major cause of blindness, kidney failure, heart attacks, stroke and lower limb amputation. Night owls may be more prone to heart disease and diabetes than early birds because their bodies are less able to burn fat for energy. The findings may help explain why night owls are…
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In this episode of Optimal Health Weekly we discuss common Autoimmune diseases that can produce a wide range of symptoms, depending on the stage. Depending on the kind of immune system dysfunction, either abnormally low activity or high activity may occur. Overactive immune systems cause tissue damage and destruction by attacking healthy cells (aut…
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In this episode of Optimal Health Weekly we discuss untreated Lyme disease that can produce a wide range of symptoms, depending on the stage of infection. These include fever, rash, facial paralysis, and arthritis. Untreated Lyme disease can produce a wide range of symptoms, depending on the stage of infection. The most commonly reported sign of Ly…
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In this episode of Optimal Health Weekly we discuss the latest advancements in spinal cord injuries. Our guests specialize in spinal injuries. The main cause of spinal cord injury is a sudden traumatic blow to the back, such as a fall. Another cause is a gunshot wound or a knife wound. In either case, the spinal cord is damaged in the immediate are…
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In this episode of Optimal Health Weekly we discuss brain strokes. Our guest is a therapist who specializes in the treatment of brain stroke can help stroke survivors regain their former patterns of thinking and emotional responses. Occupational therapists can help people cope with the loss of sensory functions, which may result in weakened muscle …
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In this episode of Optimal Health Weekly Podcast, we discuss traumatic brain injuries, following the recent revelations surrounding the death of comedian Bob Saget. We will discuss what providers need to know about TBIs, as well as how to better treat & manage suspected head injuries. Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a sudden injury that causes dama…
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What Is Acute Kidney Failure? Acute renal failure is when your kidneys stop working suddenly. Nephrologists sometimes call it acute renal failure compared to chronic kidney disease acute faulure can happen over just a few hours or days. Acute kidney failure isn’t always permanent but requires immediate attention. If you get treatment right away and…
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If you have ever struggled with a condition like Crohn’s, Ulcerative colitis, or Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), you have likely suffered alot. Not only are these conditions very painful, they can take away a good part of your life because you have to structure your day around bathroom breaks, pain, abdominal discomfort and bloating which can affec…
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This week we discuss the Growing Outbreak of Lung Injury from E-Cigarettes and Vaping. The CDC said that vitamin E acetate may be behind the rise of deadly lung disease linked to vaping. The symptoms are most common in men, especially younger men. The disease has put major e-cigarette companies under scrutiny. Lung injuries and deaths linked to the…
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2022 is shaping up to be a breakthrough year for many advances in healthcare. Today we discuss the Progression of Liver Disease and it's tell-tale signs & symptoms. Skin and eyes that appear yellowish (jaundice) · Abdominal pain and swelling · Swelling in the legs and ankles · Itchy skin · Dark urine? Liver disease affects tens of millions across t…
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Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of adults. This week Dr Jerry Meier MD joins Optimal Health Weekly Podcast to discuss how coronary artery disease develops and how plant-based nutrition has been shown to prevent, stop and even reverse heart disease. A recent study published in 2020 looked at 248 patients to further investigate whether eating a pla…
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There has been some evidence linking the disease to the genetic make up of the individual. This week our panel discusses the reality of dealing with Alzheimers disease. Some family members who suffer from a cardiovascular disease are at a higher risk of developing Alzheimers, as are those with a history of cardiac problems. Another common factor th…
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Intermittent fasting is a powerful health tool. But, like many tools, it comes with some risks. This week Dr Ronald Kelto joins us to go over the benefits of intermittent fasting, and the risks of overdoing it. The podcast will begin with a brief introduction to the benefits of intermittent fasting. It will help you understand what it really is, an…
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It's natural to find yourself in a bit of a rut when it comes to health and wellness. Today we chatted with fitness instructor Erin Blum about a few easy ways we can incorporate fitness and self-care in our daily routine. From breathing techniques to making our bodies stronger with healthy movement and posture Erin is a wealth of information and I’…
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