We’re Not Done with PB&J

Eyes Wide Open

Not everyone is aware of the effects of stress on their eyes or the importance of vitamins and nutrients to slow the progression of age-related eye disease.  In this episode, PB & J provide highlights from recent studies that have identified a connection between stress and vision loss, and the importance of supplements and nutrients to enhance overall eye health.

Emotional Rescue

Emotional health is “health.”  In this episode, we provide information to better understand emotions, how they can disrupt your mental and physical well-being, and, more importantly, the available rescue resources to get the help you need.

(Don’t) Break Your Heart

In this episode, PB&J discuss the importance and function of the heart and how stress and health conditions can impact heart health.

MEDS-MANAGEMENT-MONITORING-PHARMA - PART 2

In Part 1, we discussed patient drug information disclosure so individuals could make informed decisions.  We also talked about pitfalls in the use of prescription medication.  We wrap things up in Part 2 by discussing the pharmaceutical industry, drug prices, and the reasons why the U.S. healthcare system needs some improvements.

MEDS-MANAGEMENT-MONITORING-PHARMA - Part 1

The American Medical Association requires physicians to disclose enough drug information for a patient to make an “informed” decision (aka informed consent. There are numerous pitfalls in the use of prescription medication, including incorrect dosage, mislabeling, side effects, storage, and mixing with other prescription and over the counter medications.  Part One of this two-part PB & J podcast starts the discussion of medication, management, and monitoring.

Proceed with Purpose

Traveling alone?  In an unfamiliar area and lost?  Delaying that annual health screening procedure?  PB & J chat about paying attention in all aspects of life, being empowered, and appearing confident (even if you aren’t) to avoid being taken advantage of or being put in a dangerous situation. 

Relationships – Fright, Fight or Run

Bad relationship?  No relationship?  Have you lost your motivation to even leave the house?  PB & J chat about the roller coaster ride of relationships, dating, never settling, and being optimistic that there is someone out there for everyone, even when it seems hopeless.

Your Sweet Tooth May be Killing You

The American Heart Association says the maximum amount of added sugars per day  that a man should eat is equivalent to 9 teaspoons.  For women, it’s 6 teaspoons.  A 12-oz can of soda contains about 8 teaspoons of sugar and fruit juice drinks of the same size contain about the same.  In this episode, PB & J discuss the risks of sugar in the diet, especially adults as they age and insulin levels are more vicarious.

Your Health Can’t Weight

The Harvard Medical School provided one of the first evolutionary explanations for lack of physical activity as humans age and the increased disease risk and reduced longevity.  In this podcast, PB & J chat about the ramifications of being overweight, being sedentary, and how even small amounts of activity can improve health, wellness and even lifespan.

Sleep - Counting Sheep?

Humans spend about one-third of their life asleep.  However, many people don’t get enough sleep to maintain optimal health and wellness.  In this episode, PB & J chat about the disruptors of sleep, the health benefits of sleep, and the hacks to getting a good night’s sleep.