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Coffee is good for you. Coffee is bad for you. How do you know which is true? Well, the fact is they may both be. Coffee is good for you. Coffee is bad for you. You should only drink it black. It is better if it is filtered through paper. These are just some of the headlines when it comes to the research on your daily cup of joe. So, what is true? Each of you have unique biochemical traits that determine who you are and how you interact with foods, beverages and even medications. The impact of many foods is very individualized and this needs to be taken into consideration when reading any research study or headline.

Homeopathy can help calm acne eruptions and prevent new breakouts. Don't miss this self-esteem-saving advice.Homeopathy (also known as the "Like Cures Like" approach) can help calm acne eruptions and prevent new breakouts. This is good news for teens and adults alike. Acne usually manifests where you like it least; on the face, chest or back. And, depending on its severity, this chronic condition can take the form of just a few pimples or leave skin scarred for life. Fortunately this holistic approach can help. In this segment you'll learn more about how you can use Homeopathy for clearer, smoother skin.

Ribose is an energizing supplement that promotes improved sleep, mental clarity and pain relief.Ribose is a key, but often overlooked, energizing supplement. It is actually what the energy molecules in your body are made from. When you supplement with this mighty ingredient you may experience improved energy levels, sleep and mental clarity as well as less pain.

Scrapes, stomachaches and skinned knees have been around forever. Have you ever wondered what was in a first aid kit before modern medicine arrived?Scrapes, falls, stomachaches and skinned knees have been around forever. Have you ever wondered what was in a first aid kit before modern medicine came around? Perhaps a selection of roots, berries, herbs and oils were the staples of a first aid kit back in the day. Today's version of that herbal first aid kit might be sold in a store; but you can also gather the main components and they may be just as effective. In this segment, learn some time-proven remedies straight from nature.

News of the week, toxic dangers, and plastic surgery secrets. You don't want to miss this!Straight talk from the docs!  Dr. Mike and co-host Joe Galuski discuss more of the most prevalent health news you need to know from the past week. Plus, find out "What's Toxic & What's Not" from toxicologist and regular contributor, Gary Ginsberg. Plastic surgeon, Dr. Arthur Perry,  joins Dr. Mike in the second half hour, and you won't want to miss what they have to say. More from RealAge Ease Pain With Self-Massage Plus! Dr. Perry's Flap of the Week What's Dr. Perry all fired up about this week? Tune in to find out.

Couples can become mutually supportive to fight and prevent obesity-related diseases such as cardiovascular, diabetes, stroke and cancers.As an emergency room physician, Robert D. Slay, MD, has treated many people with serious conditions such as heart attacks and strokes. Along the way he's also been frustrated to see people suffer with illnesses that are often preventable. When Dr. Slay and his wife, a fellow physician, realized they were fighting their own battle against belly fat and impending chronic disease, they joined forces to write their book, The Battle Buddy Diet. Couples can become supportive "Battle Buddies" to fight and prevent many obesity-related diseases such as cardiovascular, diabetes, stroke and cancers. Dr. Slay shares amazing stories from the ER, as well as the personal and professional experiences that led this husband-wife team to write their life-changing book. Bonus! RealAge Tip Why You Need A Vacation

Join Dr. Roizen and his expert guests for the latest health news, wellness advice and most up-to-date research from around the world.World-renowned physician, Dr. Michael Roizen, MD, continues to update your understanding of the meaning of health by providing an in-depth review of the most impactful health headlines.  Joined by his co-host, Joe Galuski, they discuss the health news that matters most to you. The duo is later joined by emergency room physician, Robert D. Slay, MD.  Bonus! RealAge Tip Why You Need a Vacation

Your positive outlook influences whether or not you smoke, exercise, suffer depression, or develop high blood pressure.Guest Dr. Hilary Tindle, MD, MPH, seeks to persuade Body Language listeners that your positive outlook influences whether or not you smoke, exercise, suffer depression, or develop high blood pressure. Dr. Tindle elucidates her 7 Steps of Attitudinal Change,  beginning with a self-assessment to help you achieve your first goal and determine your current attitude latitude. From there, she guides you along a proactive path intended to redirect your gaze upward and onward. Practical activities along the way include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques and guided meditation. Dr. Tindle also provides several successful case studies to demonstrate the real-world effects of her "prescriptions."

Dr. Hilary Tindle, urges you to give positive psychology a chance for the sake of a longer, healthier, happier life,Dr. Hilary Tindle, MD, the physician author of UP: How Positive Outlook Can Transform Our Health and Aging, urges you to give positive psychology a chance for the sake of a longer, healthier, happier life, In this powerful call to action, Dr. Tindle begins by presenting sobering evidence for the detrimental physiological effects of negative emotional states A strong correlation has been shown between feelings of anger and hostility and heart disease. There are also tests that indicate that individuals with high levels of emotional distress are more likely to suffer from dementia. Learn how to bring a healthy, positive perspective into your life.

Doctors are always so professional... but do they cry? Oh, yes they do; especially in very dire situations.Do doctors cry? Oh, yes they do, especially when they lose a patient they couldn't save, or have a patient who just will not change their destructive behavior. Those feelings and more are documented in the book, What Doctors Feel, by physician Dr. Danielle Ofri, MD. Dr. Ofri counters the idea that physicians are assumed to be objective, rational beings, who are easily able to detach as they guide patients and families through some of life's most challenging moments. But doctors' emotional responses to the life-and-death dramas of everyday practice, she contends, have a profound impact on medical care. And while much has been written about the minds and methods of the medical professionals who save our lives, precious little has been said about their emotions. In What Doctors Feel, Dr. Ofri has taken on the task of dissecting the hidden emotional responses of doctors and how these directly influence patients.

Dr. Danielle Ofri takes a look at the emotional side of medicine, including the shame, fear, anger, and even love that impacts patient care.In this segment, Dr. Danielle Ofri, MD, discusses with host Christopher Springmann her newest book, What Doctors Feel.  It is a look at the emotional side of medicine, including the shame, fear, anger, anxiety, empathy, and even love... all of which impact patient care. Contemporary media portrayals of doctors focus on the decision-making practices and medical techniques they enforce on a day-to-day basis, reinforcing an image of rational, unflinching doctors. But the quality of medical care is influenced by what doctors feel, an aspect of medicine that is usually left out of discussions of health care today; until now.

The HPV vaccine could save your son or daughter's life. So why are many teens not getting it?HPV, or human papillomavirus, is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases today. In fact, in the U.S., there are more than 20 million people affected with HPV. Back in 2006, the first vaccination against HPV was approved by the FDA. This vaccine helps prevent contracting HPV, which can eventually lead to cancers of the cervix, vulva, vagina, penis, anus, and oropharynx. While the vaccine initially targeted teenage girls and young women, the CDC now recommends that teenage boys get vaccinated as well. So why are more and more people, especially young teenage girls, NOT getting vaccinated? One reason may be the stigma around a vaccine which prevents an STD. Parents don't like to think of their teenage boys and girls having sex. Another reason may be the growing distrust of vaccines in general. However, research has shown the the HPV vaccine is completely safe from long-term side effects. In this segment, special guest Dr. Jenice Forde-Baker, MD, shares helpful information about the HPV virus and vaccine. If you have kids, even as young as nine years old, this interview is not to be missed.

More and more women are dying from overdose due to prescription painkillers. Could you be at risk?A new report from the CDC shows that deaths among women from prescription painkiller overdoses are skyrocketing. Opiate overdose deaths among women spiked five-fold in the last decade, according to an analysis by the CDC.  Our physician expert, Dr. Stephen Anderson, discusses why this is happening, how you or a loved one can help protect against overdose, and how you can recognize the signs when help may be needed.

Every year dozens of children die or are seriously injured from being left in a hot vehicle.Kids and hot cars are a deadly combination. Every year dozens of children across the country die or are seriously injured from heatstroke due to being left in a hot vehicle. There are additional risks for leaving your child alone in a car, especially when temperatures are extreme. Don't be foolish. In this segment, special guest Dr. Michael Gerardi shares the risk factors of leaving your children unattended, no matter their age, as well as how to protect them from heatstroke.

Dehydration often sneaks up on you. But it's more than just being thirsty; it can be deadly. Learn how to keep you and your loved ones healthy and hydrated.Dehydration often sneaks up on you. But it's more than just being thirsty; When you're dehydrated, it means that your body does not have the amount of fluids it should. This can range from mild to severe. When severe, it can be a life-threatening emergency. Dr. Gerardi will break down why you get dehydrated and what happens to your body when this happens, as well as important information to stay healthy and hydrated while in extreme heat or heavy exertion.