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Widespread fear of getting the coronavirus has made self-serve salad bars and all-you-can-eat buffets a thing of the past!  In fact, the country’s leading buffet restaurant chain, Golden Corral is changing its format and removing its self-serve buffets. Many Las Vegas casinos have seen their final buffet days and so have cruise-lines.  All this comes from a fear of touching utensils that others have touched. Considering people touch their cell phones (contaminated with 17,000 germs, including E. coli) and doorknobs, menus, elevator buttons, and armrests that thousands of people have touched, where do we draw the line?Dr. Anthony Fauci, a key member of the government’s coronavirus task force, recently announced that he recommends people should never shake hands again! Even when the pandemic is over, he says we should permanently cease handshaking and giving our friends a high five.  If we allow ourselves to become germaphobes, this will lower our immune system and increase our risk of getting sick.  Germs are

There is so much confusion when it comes to menopause, and what you should and shouldn't be doing to balance your hormones during this time. Well, it all ends here with our guest Dr. Eldred Taylor.Dr. Taylor is a board-certified obstetrician/gynecologist and served as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Emory University Medical School for over 12 years. He believes that combining functional medicine, healthy lifestyle choices with conventional medicine can resolve many medical illnesses and improve the quality of life for patients. He and his wife, Dr. Ava Bell-Taylor, are the authors of the book, “Are Your Hormones Making You Sick”, which explains how to identify and treat sex hormone-related conditions. They are also the authors of the book “The Stress Connection” which explores the connection between stress and many commonly seen medical conditions.Listen as he discusses menopause misconceptions, bioidentical hormone replacement, herbs, the most accurate ways to test, prevent an

Healthcare in the US has become a touchy, politicized topic. Our guest says it's a broken system and is here to tell us why.In fact, Dr. Reagan Anderson wrote a book on the issue, Universal Deathcare: A Solution for Healthcare in the Age of Entitlement. Dr. Reagan Anderson is a former Combat Doctor with two deployments to Iraq who is now attacking the healthcare crisis with an informed and comprehensive strategy borne from being a successful Dermatologist, business owner, professor, speaker, author, and entrepreneur. Listen as he talks about the importance of prevention in modern healthcare, getting people to take control of their own health, and how we got to such fragmented and political views of healthcare.

While a drive to succeed at work is of course a good thing, long days, overtime and all that daily grind can lead to burnout and a range of physical health problems. Being overworked can also take a toll on your family and relationships.Michael Hyatt joins us today to tell us about his own breaking point with work/life balance, leading him to write his book, Win at Work and Succeed at Life. He talks to us today about "the cult of overwork,” and how to prioritize your life and career goals. He also discusses the value of being nonproductive and just doing nothing! Michael Hyatt is no stranger to success himself, he is the Chief Executive Officer and founder of Michael Hyatt & Company. He has scaled multiple companies over the years, including a $250M publishing company with 700+ employees and his own leadership development company that has grown over 60% year over year for the past 4 years. Under his leadership, Michael Hyatt & Company has been featured in the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing comp

Scientists used to believe that all of our emotions originated in the brain. But new research shows they may actually come from the gut. Think about those terms: “Trusting your gut,”  or “Gut reaction.”  In addition, seventy percent of our immune system stems from the gut!Dr. Vincent Pedre is back on the show today to talk about all things gut health: brain fog, leaky gut, the vagus nerve, thoughts on coffee, alcohol, wheat, and more.Dr. Pedre is the Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and Founder of Dr. Pedre Wellness, Chief Medical Officer of United Naturals, and a Functional Medicine-Certified Practitioner in private practice in New York City since 2004. He is also certified in yoga and Medical Acupuncture.Visit Dr. Pedre's shop and use the code FRIEDMAN20 for 20% off your purchase!   

Are you struggling with conditions like brain fog, depression, anxiety, Attention Deficit Disorder, or OCD? If so, what you're eating could be to blame! Your food fuels your brain, and your brain needs the best fuel possible.Dr. Uma Naidoo is a nutritional psychiatrist and serves as the director of nutritional & lifestyle psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital and is on the faculty at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Naidoo is a nationally and international pioneer in the field of nutritional psychiatry, having founded the first US hospital-based clinical service in this area. She is the author of the book, "This Is Your Brain on Food." She talks today about the ideal brain diet, managing stress with the food we eat, and the top foods to stop eating altogether (or at least cut back on). 

The average person takes 20,000 breaths per day. And if you're mostly indoors, you may be inhaling pollutants that are wreaking havoc on your health - like mold! The air in your home could even be making you sick, causing allergies, asthma and putting you at risk of getting an autoimmune disease! In addition, indoor air may increase your risk of being hospitalized from Covid, according to international mold expert and speaker for the Indoor Air Quality Association, Michael Rubino.Michael Rubino (aka "The Mold Medic")  is a leading authority on mold remediation. As President of All American Restoration, Rubino specializes in working with people who are immunocompromised or have acute and sustained reactions to mold exposure. In this episode, he tells us all about the kinds of mold that could be in our homes, how mold makes its way inside, how to get rid of it, and when to bring in the professionals.

In this episode of "Ask the Doctor", Dr. Friedman answers some of his listeners' most pressing questions.Listen in for all the details. What is your opinion on food sensitivity tests? -Roberta from Atlanta GA Can I eat powdered greens instead of green vegetables? -Diane from Barstow CAI know you're not a fan of alkaline water, but is there a particular brand of bottled water you DO like?-Maria from Greensville NCEvery time I buy fruit it rots before I eat it, can I just eat dried/dehydrated fruits?-Brenda from Concord NHAre there any foods or supplements to improve eyesight?-Alice from Detroit MII have a bad reaction to MSG, what other names should I be looking for on labels?-Naina from Albuquerque NMCould stress be the cause of my ulcer?-Ronald from Miami FLI can't get rid of chronic candida, it always comes back. Any suggestions?-Susan from Florence SCI just had some skin cancer removed, are there any foods I can eat that help keep my skin safe? -Gary from Clearwater FLDo you have a question for Dr. Friedma

Surgical and non-invasive cosmetic procedures are very popular among females who want to tighten up or smooth something out. But what about us guys? We want to get rid of love handles and improve our confidence too! Today's guest is on a mission to help.Dr. Doug Steinbrech breaks through all the taboos of why it's not traditionally okay to talk about men’s physical appearances and how having cosmetic procedures can boost a man's self-confidence and improve his productivity at work.Dr. Steinbrech is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons and is very active on The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. His passion for male plastic surgery led him to establish The New York Institute of Male Plastic Surgery, which provides an educational foundation for current and future physicians to learn about and help further this subspecialty.Dr. Friedman explores how Dr. Steinbrech got into this niche, the skin and fat differences between men and women, the most common procedures, male model make

Are you among the millions of people who suffer from fatigue, procrastination, or depression? Well, Ben Angel is going to tell us how to biohack our minds and bodies to achieve optimal health and success! Through simple lifestyle changes and diet modifications, it's time to level up. Ben Angel is a best-selling and award-winning author, speaker, and online course creator, helping tens of thousands overcome the root causes of their fatigue and mental health concerns. In this episode, we'll hear about Ben's own journey with depression and brain fog, Nootropics, bio individuality (or how our bodies react to diets,) and managing stress.

The sands of time come with extra candles on the birthday cake, wrinkles, weight gain, and various aches and pains. We're told this is just a part of getting older but is it that simple? Do we have a say? According to our guest today, we do. Dr. Frank Lipman is a world-renowned pioneer of integrative functional medicine. He is the founder of Eleven Eleven Wellness Center and is the Chief Medical Officer at The Well in New York City. He is also a best-selling author of 6 books, his newest being called The New Rules of Aging Well: A Simple Program for Immune Resilience, Strength, and Vitality.Listen as the doctors talk about diets for aging well, the importance of sleep for brain health, Dr. Lipman's thoughts on alcohol, and how to stay active and motivated in your 50's and beyond.

Fasting has been used for thousands of years and is considered one of the oldest therapies in medicine, to help heal and prevent disease. But what is the best plan for your body - a one-day fast? multiple days? A water fast?Dr. Alan Goldhamer is here to end all that confusion. He talks with Dr. Friedman about how you're already fasting, fasting vs starving, finding the best fasting length for your goals, and what's the deal with the sugars in fruits?Dr. Goldhamer is the founder of TrueNorth Health Center, a state-of-the-art facility that provides medical and chiropractic services, psychotherapy, and counseling, as well as massage and bodywork. He is also director of the Center's groundbreaking residential health education program.

Over 2,000 years ago, Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, said "all disease begins in the gut."Fast-forward to today, and science is proving this to be true. An unhappy gut may be the cause of many chronic diseases, like depression, obesity, autoimmune disease, autism, and even cancer.One of the world's leading pioneers in gut health, Dr. Vincent Pedre, joins Dr. Friedman to explain how to cleanse, heal, and rebuild your gut for optimal health.

George Parakevakos, executive director of the International Probiotics Association says it’s not easy being one of the most popular consumed dietary supplements, and here’s why: Probiotics have taken center stage, rising to popularity quickly in the past decade largely due to how probiotics make people feel - but do they work? This is a question that has been raised more recently as skeptics of probiotics appeal to the probiotics industry for in-depth answers. Parakevakos’ nonprofit organization has been leading the charge on the science and safety of probiotics for the past two decades. He joins Dr. Friedman to share what science says when it comes to probiotic efficacy and safety, address misconceptions on how and when to use them, and explain why probiotics are positioned to be a pandemic hero.

The brain is the most essential organ in the body, interconnecting our glands, organs, muscles, and joints. When our brain is functioning optimally, we can think clearer, solve problems and retain memories.Joining Dr. Friedman is leading neuroscientist Dr. Kristen Willeumier, author of the new book BioHack Your Brain: How to Boost Cognitive Health, Performance & Power.She shares insightful benefits of starving your brain on the keto diet, eating blueberries for memory, how electronics are affecting the mind, staying hydrated to combat brain fog, and the unfortunate truth about caffeine.

In this episode of "Ask the Doctor", Dr. Friedman answers some of his listeners' most pressing questions.Listen in for all the details. Is it true that drinking olive oil every day is healthy? If so, how much, and how can I choose the best brand of olive oil? -Jimmy from Las Vegas NV Can a lack of sleep lead to weight gain?-Stephanie from Sarasota FL Any advice for committing to getting healthy in 2021?-Katie Lynn from Williamstown NJWhat are your thoughts on the blood type diet? Is it a myth or legit?-Abigail from Wilmington NCWhat's better, raw or cooked vegetables?-Bob from Cleveland OHI've heard seltzer water isn't healthy and can damage my teeth. Is there any truth to this? -Deborah from Bloomington MNIs there a health risk from the ink used when getting a tattoo?-Mark from New York NYWhat's the difference between gluten-free oatmeal and regular oatmeal?-Charlene in Albuquerque NMSometimes I crave sweet, sometimes I crave salty. What do cravings mean and how can I stop them? -Ann from Dallas TXMy wife is

Are you having a hard time losing weight no matter what diet you try?Research shows chemicals in food, the cookware used to prepare it, and even the containers we store our food in may be the cause of the growing obesity epidemic. Exposure to these chemicals has been shown to interfere with the way the body metabolizes fat, which can lead to weight gain, even if you eat a healthful diet and exercise regularly.In this episode of To Your Good Health Radio, Dr. Friedman exposes hidden chemicals that may be sabotaging your weight loss goals and he shares what you can do about it.You’ll learn: A common chemical used in plastics for food and drink storage that mimics estrogen and has been proven to increase fat cell growth! Dr. Friedman shares a secret grocery sore hack you can use to ensure the containers you buy are safe. The biggest issue facing our nation is the childhood obesity epidemic. Dr. Friedman shares why one out of every three kids in the U.S are overweight or obese! How to read food labels for “hidden

For decades we've been told high cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke.  Our guest today stunned the medical community when he co-authored the book The Great Cholesterol Myth. A revised and expanded edition was just released, revealing even more evidence on the true culprits of heart disease, including inflammation, fibrinogen, triglycerides, homocysteine, belly fat, triglyceride to HDL ratios, and high glycemic levels.The book also offers readers a four-part strategy based on the latest studies and clinical findings for effectively preventing, managing, and reversing heart disease, focusing on diet, exercise, supplements, and stress and anger management.Dr. Jonny Bowden has a Masters in Psychology, and a Ph.D. in nutrition, and is the author of  12 books. He is a  frequent guest on radio and TV outlets.in this episode, he talks about why he released this second edition of his bestseller, why the current cholesterol screening is "dinosaur medicine," statin drugs, coffee, and more!

According to the Cleveland Clinic, over 50% of men experience erectile dysfunction! Particularly those over the age of 40. Dealing with this condition can of course put a damper on romance, lead to depression and fatigue, and much more. Dr. Deb Matthew MD, The Happy Hormones Doctor, is a best-selling author, international speaker, educator, wife, and mother of four.She is also the founder and Medical Director of Signature Wellness, as well as the President of the North Carolina Integrative Medicine Society.In this episode, Dr. Deb will answer all your questions about low T and men's sexual health, including: what causes low T? Are there natural remedies instead of that little blue pill? Are my prescriptions causing my ED? Am I losing interest because I'm getting older? and why you cant "oyster" yourself out of a low testosterone problem.

Scientific director of the International Probiotics Association, Jessica ter Haar, Ph.D., says many of us are living in that proverbial protected bubble that we previously condemned, and with good reason (due to COVID-19), but will all this clean living and social distancing cause future problems for our health? Microbes and nutrition expert, ter Haar says while we sterilize everything to protect ourselves from the virus, at the same time by not exposing ourselves to germs we are weakening our body’s own natural defenses to everyday threats. She says many microbes are indeed good for your health, while others can make us sick. Knowing the difference between the most popular microbes, bacteria, fungi, and viruses can help us get back to living life without fear and she is here with us today to help us navigate our new germophobic world.Dr. ter Haar & Dr. Friedman talk good germs vs. bad germs, the cons of quarantine, and probiotics.