Healthy Talk

Did you know that orange peels contain a powerful nutrient for treating heartburn?Have you ever wondered why you see so many TV commercials for heartburn medications such as Prilosec® and Tagamet®? It's because a startling 40% of the adult population suffers from either heartburn or a more serious condition known as gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD). If this sounds like you, and you're not into taking drugs, a safe and extremely effective option is d-limonene, a natural compound found in orange peels.

Whether it's between a mother and her newborn or between two lovers, oxytocin is the hormone that binds us.Over time, many have argued that monogamy is "unnatural," but modern science is actually painting a very different story. In fact, it seems that we may be hardwired for monogamous relationships after all, and oxytocin, otherwise known as the "love hormone," may have something to do with it. Whether it's between a mother and her newborn or between two lovers, oxytocin is the hormone that binds us. Dr. Mike discusses ways to get a little more of this love hormone into your system, as well as the ways it can help improve the quality of your life.

It is a popular misconception that you have to starve yourself and abandon any notion of enjoying food in order to lose weight.It is a popular misconception that you have to starve yourself and abandon any notion of enjoying food in order to lose weight. "There is a myth in this country," states Dr. Gayl Canfield, "that healthy eating is too difficult to follow." The most important and rewarding thing Dr. Canfield does is give people confidence that they really can "eat to be healthy." Her patients learn that a healthy lifestyle is not about deprivation. Instead, it's about all sorts of wonderful foods like fresh grilled seafood, savory pastas, incredible desserts – and most importantly, feeling the best that you've felt in years. Join Dr. Canfield and Dr. Mike as they discuss this way of living and eating, also known as the "Pritikin principle."

Becoming a fat-burning machine doesn't happen overnight; but it can happen relatively quickly if you restore youthful metabolism.While there are many diets that claim to help people lose 15 pounds in 15 days, they rarely help dieters keep the pounds off for any length of time. Now, to be sure, becoming a fat-burning machine doesn't happen overnight. But it CAN happen relatively quickly if you restore youthful metabolism. With the Colorado Diet and the focus on a "Mile-High Metabolism," residents from every state in the nation can achieve weight-loss success and develop habits that keep the weight off for good. Join Dr. Mike and special guest, Dr. Holly Wyatt, as they discuss this mindset and way of living.

One state is bucking the trend in regards to the obesity epidemic. Learn why people from Colorado are the leanest in the nation (and how you can join them).Americans are getting fatter. A third of us are now obese -- not just a few pounds overweight, but heavy enough to put their health in jeopardy. However, one state is bucking the trend. Colorado is the leanest state in the nation... but not because of something in the air or the water. Rather, the state provides a venue where diet, activity, and environment perfectly intersect. Join special guest, Dr. Holly Wyatt to learn more about Colorado's healthy mindset, as well as how you can adapt their ways of eating and living.

Amidst all the attention on health insurance, it's crucial not to lose focus on the fact that the U.S. is lagging behind other countries in terms of life expectancy.Amidst all the attention being placed on health insurance these days, it's crucial not to lose focus on the fact that the United States is lagging behind other countries across the globe in terms of life expectancy. The recently published report, "U.S. Health in International Perspectives: Shorter Lives, Poorer Health," demonstrates not only how low our life expectancy is relative to other developed countries, but also how far we have fallen even in the last 30 years. Why are we not realizing the same gains as countries with comparable incomes? Dr. Mike has three possible reasons why we don't live as long as other cultures.

Discover the hidden dangers in the foods you eat and why they could be responsible for making you sick and tired.In her new book, Eat Healthy. Be Healthy at Any Age, Jane Falke identifies problem foods that promote acidic cells and tissues leading to allergies, inflammation, toxicity and age-related diseases. Although avoiding these foods is important, it's often not enough. You also need to proactively eat the foods that can reverse the damage that's already been done. Join Falke and Dr. Mike to learn more about this integrative approach to ultimate health and wellness.

Learn to meet the challenges of your illness and minimize the aggravation of the current healthcare maze.When you first receive the upsetting news that you have a serious condition such as cancer, you naturally feel distressed. After the initial anger, fear, and sadness, you often feel overwhelmed and lost. You may be at a loss at what steps to take next. Dr. Melissa E. Clarke, a Harvard-educated physician for over 20 years, joins Dr. Mike to discuss steps you should take after being diagnosed with a serious condition.

Are you jeopardizing your health by practicing bad habits that just keep you sick?Many people create a list of New Year's resolutions to finally get healthy. But in doing so, you often forget that you also need to create a list of your bad habits – so you can STOP doing them. The bad habits that got you unhealthy in the first place are the same bad habits that prevent any good ones from helping you.  So make your list of healthy resolutions; but also be honest with yourself and list the bad ones as well. "Do the good ones and stop the bad ones" – a simple rule for finally getting healthy. Join Dr. Mike and special guest, Kathy Gruver, as they explain why it's so important to balance the good and the bad.

A common New Year's resolution is to eat healthier. But what does that really mean and how do you accomplish it on a day-to-day basis?A common New Year's resolution is to eat healthier. But what does that really mean and how do you accomplish it on a day-to-day basis? Dr. Kathy Gruver, an acclaimed naturopathic physician and author of The Alternative Medicine Cabinet, is an expert in using supplements, nutrition, homeopathy, and massage as alternatives to Western medicine. She joins Dr. Mike to define "eating healthier" and to discuss her top nutrition tips for 2014.

Which weight loss supplements are safe and actually work? Dr. Mike has created a ranking system for popular weight loss products – did yours rank well?With so many options and sensational claims, how can you know which weight loss supplements are safe and actually work? Well, with Dr. Mike's ranking system, you can know for sure. He applies his system to the top 10 sellers and ranks the weight loss supplements from best to worst. This system will give you peace of mind and a fighting chance to finally succeed at losing weight.

Ginger goes way beyond helping to settle your stomach; it also reduces pain and inflammation.Ginger contains ultra-potent anti-inflammatory compounds called gingerols, which are the substances that many scientists believe are responsible for the reduction in inflammation people experience when they start taking ginger supplements regularly. Case in point: a recent study involving patients who tried conventional drugs to alleviate painful symptoms found that 100% of patients with muscular discomfort experienced relief of pain or swelling when they consumed ginger on a daily basis. Dr. Mike explains all the benefits of ginger, as well as how you can easily incorporate it into your daily regimen.

Hypnosis and mind-body techniques are helping millions of people live free of pain.Some people believe that hypnosis and other mind-body techniques hold the key to stopping chronic pain, without having to take dangerous drugs. But do they really work? Michael Ellner, certified medical hypnotist and self-help coach, joins Dr. Mike to discuss how you can use hypnosis and other mind-body techniques to live a healthy, pain-free life.

Suzanne is vibrant, energized and active – and she'll tell you how you can be too.Don't miss Suzanne Somers' tips for staying young. She'll discuss with Dr. Mike everything from fresh foods and cooking methods to supplements and hormones – all geared towards helping you live healthier, longer.

Suzanne Somers shares how to safely replace your hormones.If you've read her new book, I'm Too Young For This! you know how Suzanne Somers feels about Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT). She thinks it's the new way to age. Thanks to BHRT she enjoys robust health, balanced hormones, strong bones, and the energy of someone half her age. Suzanne joins Dr. Mike to discuss how you can have what she has – a vibrant, energy-filled life.