Best 12 Week Weight Loss Challenge Podcasts (2025)

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The Multiple Sclerosis Inflammation Connection | Elizabeth Yarnell 32:43

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What if the everyday foods, drinks, and products in your home are quietly worsening multiple sclerosis symptoms and fueling chronic inflammation? In this episode, Mike talks with naturopath and author Elizabeth Yarnell, who has spent more than two decades helping people navigate autoimmune disease with natural solutions and a practical anti-inflamm…

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Pulling Back the Curtain on Dentistry and Safer Dental Care | Heather the Hygienist 44:20

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Is your dental care routine actually protecting your health—or quietly putting it at risk? In this Better Health Bookshelf episode, Mike Capuzzi talks with Heather the Hygienist, author of The Great Tooth Deception: Revealing the Dark Side of Dentistry. With 30 years of experience in biological and holistic dentistry, Heather exposes the hidden flu…

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Brain Injury Recovery: Natural Ways to Heal Concussions & Head Injuries| Dr. Ayla Wolf 32:52

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What if the key to brain injury recovery isn’t another prescription—but learning how to detoxify your brain and body naturally? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, Dr. Ayla Wolf, a leading expert in functional neurology and author of The Concussion Breakthrough, reveals what most doctors miss about post-concussion syndrome and how natural a…

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Healing from Heartbreak: The 12 Steps to Reclaim Joy, Energy, and Self-Worth | Irina Shehovsov 24:50

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Can you really turn emotional pain into lasting peace and happiness? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, host Mike Capuzzi talks with Irina Shehovsov, transformational coach and best-selling author of The Gift Inside, about practical ways for women to begin healing from heartbreak and rediscovering joy. Whether you’re still depressed over a…

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How Squeeze Citrus Packs 8x The Nutrient Density (and Flavor) Into Fruit | Herb Young 1:18:32

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No exageration...Herb Young will change the way you look at food! Bottom line...improving soil health (through regenerative agriculture) makes flavors exploded and increases vitamins, minerals & phytonutrients in our food which helps our bodies work better (like fight cancer, improve energy, manage stress, balance hormones, blood vessel health, gut…

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Marriage Communication That Heals: How to Turn Conflict Into Connection | Lisa Gray 30:44

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Can the way couples argue actually make their marriage stronger? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, host Mike Capuzzi talks with therapist and author Lisa Gray about the real science behind marriage communication and how to turn conflict into connection. For listeners who feel stuck in repeated arguments or emotional distance, Lisa’s roadm…

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Quitting Caffeine Could Save Your Sleep and Reclaim Your Energy | Steve Frazier 40:43

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What if the secret to deeper sleep, steady energy, and sharper focus isn’t adding another supplement—but learning how to detoxify from caffeine? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, host Mike Capuzzi sits down with Steve Frazier, author of Release The Coffee Cuffs: Winning the Battle with Caffeine, to uncover how caffeine addiction quietly s…

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Natural Pain Relief: The Triggers Behind Chronic Pain and How to Heal Naturally | Dr. Evette Rose 33:44

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What if your pain isn’t just physical—but your body’s way of asking you to pay attention? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, host Mike Capuzzi talks with Dr. Evette Rose, internationally recognized holistic psychologist and author of Solving Pain Without Pills: When the Answer Is Not in a Bottle. Together, they explore how emotions, stress…

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Autoimmune Disease Hope: How Ordinary People Reversed Their Health Challenges | Casey Hibbard 29:21

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What if autoimmune disease wasn’t permanent—but something your body could actually overcome? In this Better Health Bookshelf episode, Mike Capuzzi talks with Casey Hibbard, author of Overcoming Autoimmunity: Real Recoveries and What You Can Learn from Them. Casey is the founder of Rebuilding My Health, where she shares powerful, real-life stories o…

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Breaking Free from Technology Addiction: Reclaim Your Sleep, Health & Sanity | Justin Hai 36:52

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Is technology addiction silently draining your energy, disrupting your hormones, and keeping you from real rest? On this episode of the Better Health Bookshelf, Mike Capuzzi talks with Justin Hai, author of Stress Nation: Escape the Technology Trap, Eliminate Stress, and Reclaim Rest, about how constant digital stimulation affects cortisol, sleep, …

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Women Over 60: How to Create Vibrant Health and a Purpose Filled Life | Allison McCune Davis 35:06

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Is turning 60 really the start of decline—or can it be the beginning of vibrant health and a purpose filled life? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, Mike Capuzzi talks with Allison McCune Davis, Traditional Naturopath and author of Sixty Is a Good Start. With practical insights and encouragement, Allison shows women over 60 that it is neve…

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30. How I Lost 128 Pounds! | Brian Gutierrez 57:49

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Post Copy: Brian Gutierrez once weighed 370 lbs. Now he’s at 242.8, and the real win isn’t the number on the scale—it’s the habits, mindset, and self-worth he’s built along the way. This episode isn’t about quick fixes or miracle pills. It’s about faith, family, community, and the long, messy, beautiful work of turning your health—and your life—in …

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Holistic Health for Real Life: Everyday Practices to Feel Young Again | Dr. Michael Blahut 36:54

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Is it possible that the key to feeling younger and healthier is already within your reach? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, Dr. Michael Blahut, an osteopathic and integrative physician, shares how his new book, Everyday Medicine, reveals simple holistic health practices that restore energy, balance, and vitality. For listeners frustrated…

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Building Resilience: Simple Habits to Live Your Healthiest, Best Life | Dr. Clayton Skaggs 35:57

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What if the real key to building resilience after 50 isn’t complicated hacks, but simple habits you can actually follow every day? In this episode, Dr. Clayton Skaggs, author of The Power of Doing What Matters: Discover the Mind-Body Resilience in All of Us, shares how mind body wellness and holistic health practices can help you break free from pa…

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29. Childhood Obesity | Evan Nadler, MD, MBA 55:03

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Learn all the things you didn't know about childhood obesity from Evan Nadler, MD, who co-directed the nation's largest childhood obesity practice at Children's National in Washington, DC, for 20 years. Dr. Nadler brings a unique, non-judgmental approach to what he considers a fundamentally different disease from adult obesity. Key Topics Covered: …

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Increase Fertility Naturally: Detoxification Solutions for Women | Deidre Bloomquist 29:43

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Are hidden toxins in your food, water, and home quietly sabotaging your ability to increase fertility and improve long-term health? In this Better Health Bookshelf episode, author and functional nutritionist Deidre Bloomquist shares practical solutions from her book Toxic Infertility: Detoxification Solutions to Improve Natural Fertility. With infe…

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Self Care for Women After 50: Break Free from Sacrifice and Reclaim Your Energy | Shari Biery 27:53

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Are you a woman over 50 who feels like you’ve spent years putting everyone else first while your own needs slip further down the list? This episode explores why self care for women is not a luxury but a necessity for lasting health and midlife wellness. In this conversation, National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach and former military spous…

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Feeling Good Again: Simple Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Tips & Tools | Judith Belmont 29:15

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Are negative thoughts, constant stress, or anxiety keeping you from feeling good again? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, Judith Belmont, MS in Clinical Psychology and author of 110 CBT Tips and Tools, shares how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT therapy) can help you break free from stress and negative thinking, rewire your anxious brain…

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28. Sick Fat "Adiposopathy" | Evan Nadler, MD, MBA 59:24

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SICK FAT: Biology, Not Willpower. Stop fighting the wrong enemy! Sick Fat, also known as adiposopathy, is a tough topic, so I found one of the most experienced specialists to walk us through it. With this episode, I'm hoping to change the narrative around obesity & chronic disease. From one of blame, to one of biology & healing. What I like about D…

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Mobility for Life: Gentle Yoga to Heal Pain, Reduce Aches, and Restore Joint Health | Jeff Bailey 29:50

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What if lasting joint health had nothing to do with intense workouts—and everything to do with slowing down? In this Better Health Bookshelf episode, Jeff Bailey, author of the new book, Mobility for Life and founder of Avita Yoga, shares how his gentle yoga approach helps men and women over 50 heal pain, restore mobility, and reduce aches without …

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Self-Care: How to Prevent Burnout When Caring for Others | Dr. Roberta Garceau 34:19

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Are you feeling exhausted, stretched too thin, or overwhelmed while caring for others? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, Dr. Roberta Garceau, dentist, certified yoga and Ayurveda instructor, and author of Bliss, Not Burnout, shares how to prevent burnout through simple, sustainable self-care strategies. This conversation focuses on holist…

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Gut Brain Connection: How a Gluten Free Diet Affects Brain Health | Deanna Kelly, PharmD 32:26

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Could the food your eating be quietly harming your brain, leading to memory issues, brain fog, and mood swings? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, Mike Capuzzi speaks with Dr. Deanna Kelly, an internationally recognized research scientist, and co-author of the new book, Get Your Brain Off Grain, about the powerful gut brain connection and …

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27. Exercise Is Cancer Medicine | Anna Schwartz PhD, NP 51:08

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Meet the woman who helped create the field of exercise oncology. Anna Schwartz, PhD, NP, isn't just a world record-holding cyclist and cancer survivor – she's the researcher whose groundbreaking work proved exercise is medicine for cancer patients. From being told by a mentor, "nobody's studying this" to co-authoring the first exercise guidelines f…

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Culinary Medicine: Maximizing Flavor for Healthy Cooking | Deborah Kennedy, PhD 30:38

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What if healthy food actually became the most delicious part of your day? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, host Mike Capuzzi talks with Dr. Deborah Kennedy about culinary medicine—the practical approach to making nutritious food taste so good, you'll want to eat it. If you're tired of the chemicals, sugar, and salt hidden in your food—or…

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26. How I lost 82 Pounds | Debra Fowler 31:32

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Meet Debra Fowler, a 48-year-old nurse from North Carolina who went from hiding in the back of photos to confidently stepping on the scale each week. Her incredible 82-pound weight loss journey began with a powerful wake-up call at a funeral where she realized denial wasn't working anymore. In this raw, honest conversation, Debra shares how she tri…

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Revitalize Your Health: Longevity, Anti-Aging, and Integrative Health Tips | Monisha Bhanote, MD 33:00

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Is your current approach to health actually helping you age better—or just masking symptoms? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, Dr. Monisha Bhanote—quintuple board-certified physician and expert in integrative health and functional medicine, and author of the book, The Anatomy of Wellbeing, explains how to take back control of your well-be…

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Fitness Over 50: A Rational Approach to Aging Gracefully | Steve McKinney 34:24

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Is your workout routine doing more harm than good as you age? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, fitness expert and author Steve McKinney shares a smarter, safer way to stay strong with his 3-W System: weight training, walking, and watching your diet. Designed specifically for people concerned about fitness over 50, this episode tackles th…

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Women's Wellness: A Lifestyle of Health, Happiness and Confidence | Esther Avant 32:27

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Struggling with weight gain, low energy, or feeling like your body’s changed overnight after 50? In this empowering episode of Better Health Bookshelf, host Mike Capuzzi sits down with health coach and author Esther Avant to talk about women’s wellness—and why most traditional weight loss advice doesn’t work for women over 50. Esther shares her “Go…

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25. Urban Gardening in Tokyo, Japan | Jon Walsh 45:16

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Jon Walsh, urban farmer, teacher, and change-maker living in Tokyo, Japan, shares his remarkable journey from New Zealand to Japan, and how a tsunami, a tomato plant, and a mission to feed others sparked a whole movement. We dive into: How gardening can be simple—even in small urban spaces What makes Japan’s food culture so healthy (just 4% obesity…

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A Completely Different Way to Look at Health, Healing, and Cancer | Danny Carroll 35:32

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What if cancer isn’t what we’ve always been told it is—and there’s a completely different way to understand it and treat it? In this eye-opening episode of Better Health Bookshelf, host Mike Capuzzi talks with Danny Carroll, author of Terminal Cancer Is a Misdiagnosis, about a radical shift in how we view cancer, illness, and healing. Rooted in the…

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24. Can You Reverse Heart Disease? | Ajay Joseph, MD 21:59

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Fascinating conversation with Dr. Ajay Joseph, an interventional cardiologist from Tulsa who's doing something remarkable. He spends 4 days a week putting stents in patients' hearts, and 1 day a week teaching them how to cook healthy meals so they never need stents in the first place. Here's what stopped me in my tracks: → 90% of heart attacks are …

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Create a Fitness Plan That Adapts to Your Life | David Amerland 40:17

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Struggling to stay consistent with your workouts—especially as life gets more unpredictable after 50? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, host Mike Capuzzi talks with fitness expert and bestselling author David Amerland about how to create a fitness plan that’s flexible, science-backed, and designed for fitness over 50. This conversation is…

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Benefits of Walking: Why Slowing Down Might Be the Fastest Way to Get Fit | Brad Kearns 43:49

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Are your workouts doing more harm than good—and leaving you with more aches than results? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, host Mike Capuzzi talks with New York Times bestselling author and elite athlete Brad Kearns about why the benefits of walking far outweigh the risks of high-impact workouts, especially for people over 50. Brad chall…

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Holistic Dental Care: The Critical Link Between a Healthy Smile and Full-Body Wellness 41:40

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Is your dental routine silently affecting your heart, brain, or overall health? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, host Mike Capuzzi talks with certified biological dental hygienist Heather the Hygienist, author of Dentistry Made Easy: The Consumer’s Guide to Oral Health and Smart Decisions. If you're over 50 and focused on wellness, you'l…

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23. Revolutionary School Lunches-Lake Travis ISD | Marissa Bell, MPH, RD, LD 53:13

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Revolutionary School Lunch Program: How One Texas District Transformed Student Nutrition Lake Travis ISD has served 10,000 extra servings of fruits and vegetables beyond regular meals through unlimited produce offerings, while students run home asking parents for sugar snap peas after taste tests and participate in synchronized carrot crunches. Reg…

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A Fitness Program for Men Who Refuse to Let Age Steal Their Strength, Agility & Adventure | Waldemar Franco 27:28

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Is your body becoming an obstacle to the active, adventurous life you still want to live? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, host Mike Capuzzi talks with Waldemar Franco, author of the book, Find Your Wild Flow, about a fitness program for men over 50 designed to restore strength, agility, and confidence. As men age, many feel their energy…

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Can Carbon 60 Really Slow Aging? Why 50+ Adults Are Turning to This Scientific Discovery | Chris Burres 40:39

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Can a Nobel Prize-winning molecule help slow aging, improve sleep, and boost your energy? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, host Mike Capuzzi speaks with Chris Burres, scientist, entrepreneur, and author of Live Longer and Better, about the surprising health benefits of carbon 60—a powerful antioxidant gaining attention as a next-generati…

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22. Food Dignity | Clancy Harrison 52:37

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Clancy Harrison gives a masterclass on how to improve food access AND food dignity while improving economic development for farmers AND creating stronger ties throughout communities. Topics in today's episode: Food dignity is subjective and varies by individual. Community involvement is key to improving food access. Innovative partnerships can brea…

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Toxins in Daily Life: The Importance of Detoxifying Foods, Healthy Water, and Clean Products | Aly Cohen, MD 32:33

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Are the products you use every day quietly harming your immune system? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, host Mike Capuzzi interviews Dr. Aly Cohen, author of the BRAND-NEW & MUST READ book, Detoxify, to explore how environmental toxins in food, water, and household products can disrupt immune health—especially for adults over 50. With to…

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Metabolic Health After 50: Why You’re Tired, Gaining Weight, and What to Do Now | Ben Azadi 32:29

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Are you over 50, frustrated by low energy, stubborn weight gain, and confusing health advice? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, host Mike Capuzzi sits down with Ben Azadi, author of Metabolic Freedom: A 30-Day Guide to Restore Your Metabolism, Heal Hormones & Burn Fat. Together, they explore how to reclaim metabolic health after 50, why s…

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Losing Weight for Women Over 30: Genetic Weight Loss Insights | Phyllis Pobee, MD 30:17

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Are you a woman over 30 who’s doing everything “right” but still struggling to lose weight? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, host Mike Capuzzi interviews Dr. Phyllis Pobee, author of Lean Genes: A Physician’s Guide to Genetic Weight Loss, who shares how genetic weight loss can help women finally see real, lasting results. Dr. Pobee, a tr…

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Cannabis as Medicine: Understanding the Benefits of Medical Marijuana | Dr. Joseph Rosado 46:24

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Is there a natural, effective alternative to prescription drugs for chronic pain, anxiety, or serious conditions like cancer and epilepsy? In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, Mike Capuzzi interviews Dr. Joseph Rosado, a leading expert on medical cannabis and the author of Medical Cannabis: Unlocking the Potential for Top Conditions. Togethe…

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Healthy Eating Made Easy: Blend Your Way Out of Pills, Pounds & Processed Food | Dana Cohen, MD 31:15

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What if the easiest way to eat healthy, feel better, and avoid medications was already sitting on your kitchen counter? In this episode, Dr. Dana Cohen, co-author of Fuel Up: Harness the Power of Your Blender and "Cheat" Your Way to Good Health, shares how simple blender habits can transform your approach to healthy eating. If you're overwhelmed by…

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Staying Safe from Medical Mistakes: A Guide to Surviving a Hospital Stay | Dr. Julie Siemers 30:35

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Are you prepared to protect yourself or a loved one from medical mistakes during a hospital stay? For adults over 50, a hospital visit—planned or unexpected—can bring serious risks, especially when most patients still assume hospitals are always safe. In this episode I interview Dr. Julie Siemers, author of Surviving Your Hospital Stay: A Nurse Edu…

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A Healthier Brain Is the Best Doctor Your Body Will Ever Have | Cristine Hull, PhD 36:41

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In this episode Mike Capuzzi talks with Cristine Hull, PhD, author of 10 Ways to Balance Your Brain Chemistry, and explores how imbalances in brain chemistry can disrupt emotional health and wellness. Many people feel “off” but don’t know why, and this episode uncovers how natural, drug-free strategies can help restore mental wellbeing and improve …

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Eliminate Adult Acne for Good and Clear Your Skin Naturally | Leigh Brandon 28:36

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What if your adult acne is actually your body trying to tell you something important? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf, I’m featuring the book Eliminating Adult Acne for Good. I’m joined by author Leigh Brandon, a functional medicine expert, holistic health coach, and author who's helped people overcome skin issues, gut problems, and chronic …

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Heart Disease Myths and Why Cholesterol Isn’t the Villain Everyone Thinks It Is | Dr. Malcolm Kendrick 55:32

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What if everything you’ve been told about cholesterol and heart disease was wrong? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf, I’m featuring the book The Clot Thickens: The Enduring Mystery of Heart Disease. Dr. Malcolm Kendrick is a medical doctor with decades of clinical experience and a fearless voice when it comes to exposing dangerous heart diseas…

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21. How I Lost 67 Pounds | MSgt. Jan Jackson 55:50

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In this powerful "How I Did It" episode, Jan Jackson shares an extraordinary story of transformation—rising from high school dropout to Air Force Master Sergeant through sheer determination. Confronting a family history marked by tragedy—early deaths and physical challenges linked to poor nutrition—she boldly declared, "I am not my past. I want to …

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STRONG: A Guide for the Modern Man and Healthy Relationships | Kristal DeSantis 32:13

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Are modern relationships harder than ever for men, or are men just missing the right tools to succeed? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf, I’m featuring the book STRONG: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man. My guest author, Kristal DeSantis, is a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in attachment, sex, and trauma. She h…

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Primal Health: How Modern Life Is Pulling Us Away from the Way We Were Designed to Live | Jenny Powers PhD 34:33

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Are you living the way your body was designed to thrive? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf, I’m featuring the book On the Origin of Being with co-author, Dr. Jenny Powers. Dr. Jenny is an immunologist, researcher, and writer who has spent years studying how modern life misaligns with the way we evolved to live. In this episode, we uncover how …