When Billy Joel canceled part of his tour because of a brain condition known as normal pressure hydrocephalus, a lot of you had questions. Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains what it is, how it’s diagnosed, and what you should know if someone in your life is dealing with it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The average American takes in about 34 gigabytes of information each day -- that's a lot for our brains to process and remember. Top memory expert Dr. Charan Ranganath sits down with Dr. Sanjay Gupta to share why the key to remembering more may be to memorize less. Plus, Ranganath weighs in on what could change for human memory in the age of AI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, and President Biden’s recent diagnosis has many people asking: Am I at risk? Should I get screened? Dr. Sanjay Gupta breaks down what to know about PSA tests, family history, screening age, and how your diet might factor in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Can you maintain good health into your 80s and beyond? Cardiologist Dr. Eric Topol says yes. He joins Dr. Sanjay Gupta explain why preventing the onset of major diseases is key to extending your life and health-span. And he shares the new screening tools that might help us do it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Whole, skim, oat, almond, pistachio…the milk options seem endless! But which one's actually the healthiest? Dr. Sanjay Gupta breaks it down. Plus, if someone’s in the middle of a bad dream, should you wake them? The answer might surprise you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What actually happens in the brain during pregnancy? Cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Laura Pritschet joins Dr. Sanjay Gupta to unpack the hormonal shifts and brain changes that support new parenthood and how understanding them could reshape the way we think about women’s health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dr. Sanjay Gupta takes us to Milwaukee, where rising concerns over lead paint in public schools have parents and health officials on high alert. Plus, answers to your questions about lead in everyday life — including whether that chocolate you're eating could be a hidden source of exposure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Author and physician Dr. Jen Gunter has earned the title ‘the Internet’s Ob/gyn’ for her work demystifying menopause – and de-bunking some of the misinformation surrounding this stage of life. Dr. Gunter and CNN Medical Correspondent Meg Tirrell break down what’s actually going on in women’s bodies during this stage of life, and how to spot the signs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Proponents of vaccines have contended with waves of skepticism and controversy in recent years, and even if you’re first in line for your booster, the doses have stacked up in a way that inspires questions. Today, Dr. Sanjay Gupta sets the record straight on whether you can ever be too vaccinated. He also answers a question related to menopause and the supplement, creatine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Samantha Bee is tired of the stigma that still surrounds talking about menopause. The Emmy-winning comedian and writer sits down with CNN Medical Correspondent Meg Tirrell to share why she’s opening up about this phase of her life. Plus, how she realized her body was changing – from night sweats to an ‘emotional roller coaster’ of rage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Cereals, frostings, and other snacks in the U.S. are about to get a lot less colorful with the FDA moving to phase out artificial food dyes from the nation’s food supply. Will they also get healthier? Plus, Dr. Gupta gets a page to compare whether frozen vegetables store vitamins better than fresh produce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Overcrowded waiting rooms. End-of-life decisions. Pandemic fatigue. These are the realities of working in emergency medicine. It’s also one of several storylines a new Max medical drama ‘The Pitt’ tackles with unflinching accuracy. Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down with executive producer John Wells to talk about why the show resonates with so many. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The blockbuster release of GLP-1 drugs for diabetes management and weight loss have left people with a lot of unanswered questions, including this one: can you naturally boost the hormone GLP-1 without pharmaceuticals? That’s where we start today’s Paging Dr. Gupta. We’ll also cover tips on spotting bad science and finding trustworthy sources of health information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How does our relationship with nature affect our health, for better and worse? Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores this idea by pulling from personal experience as a physician, a journalist, and a father. First, he speaks with Dr. Melissa Lem, president of the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment. And later, Britt Wray, a mental health researcher and author of Generation Dread: Finding Purpose in an Age of Climate Anxiety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi...
The decades-long practice of adding fluoride to drinking water is under fire. On this week’s Paging Dr. Gupta, we're sinking our teeth into the latest science, and what that means for you or your family’s dental health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Americans are protein obsessed, but should we be? Renowned nutritionist Dr. Tim Spector sits down with Dr. Sanjay Gupta to share why the focus on protein may mean we’re missing out on another crucial nutrient. Plus, Spector weighs in on other health fads, from low-fat foods to seed oils. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
If you’ve ever found yourself at a market with questions about organic foods, you're not alone. We'll tackle that subject on today’s Paging Dr. Gupta and take another call about how to stay up to date on the measles vaccine and other shots at any age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We often talk about exercise in the context of cardio or strength training, but there's another pillar of fitness that is especially important as we age: mobility. Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down with Dr. Kelly Starrett, physical therapist and co-author of “Built To Move: The Ten Essential Habits to Move Freely and Live Fully,” to break down what mobility is, why it's important, and how we can in fact become more mobile and live pain-free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...
Can the way you organize your space affect your mood? Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers a listener’s question about clutter and mental health. Plus, do blue light glasses really work? We break down the science behind digital eye strain and what actually helps. If you want to hear more from therapist KC Davis, check out our episode Is There Such a Thing as the Organized Brain? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Most of us try to avoid stress at all costs. But Dr. Sharon Bergquist, author of ‘The Stress Paradox,’ says too little stress can be just as bad for you. Bergquist sits down with Dr. Sanjay Gupta to explain the surprising science behind how some stress can make you healthier, and the steps you can take to harness it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ever find yourself staring at cooking oils in the store, wondering which ones are actually good for you? Dr. Sanjay Gupta clears up the confusion on which oils are healthier. Plus, how much water do you really need each day? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Research shows that kids are starting puberty earlier than ever, with the average age now beginning at 8 for girls and 9 for boys. But what does this mean for their long-term health? Sanjay sits down with Dr. Cara Natterson, a pediatrician and expert on adolescent health, to discuss the implications of early puberty, what's driving the shift, and what anyone with a young person in their life needs to know to navigate this crucial time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...
It’s been five years since Covid-19 was declared a pandemic, but for some, the symptoms are still lingering—just how common is that? Plus, if you’ve ever wondered whether natural deodorant is really better for you, Dr. Sanjay Gupta weighs in. Want to learn more about personal hygiene habits? Check out our episode, 'One Doctor's Decision to Stop Showering’ or read the article, ‘How often should you shower? Advice from a doctor who bucked social norms.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...
The Covid-19 pandemic unleashed a new level of conspiracy theories and medical misinformation that some dubbed an ‘infodemic.’ Science influencer and infectious disease researcher Laurel Bristow made a name online de-bunking false claims. Now, five years after COVID was declared a pandemic, she joins Dr. Sanjay Gupta to talk about her new approach to spotting shoddy science. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pneumonia is a serious threat; what can you do to lower your risk? Plus, for all the night owls out there, Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers a listener’s question: are your late-night habits lazy, or is there actual science behind them? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What can a doctor learn from becoming a patient? That’s what Dr. Bobby Mukkamala, a surgeon and president-elect of the American Medical Association, set his mind on when he was diagnosed with a brain tumor last year. Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down with his old friend, before and after surgery, to see what Mukkamala’s experience taught him about U.S. healthcare being on the other side of the stethoscope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Have you ever been told to let hot food cool before putting it in the fridge? And what about those "microwave-safe" plastic containers—are they actually safe? Dr. Sanjay Gupta weighs in on these common kitchen debates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We haven’t talked much about measles since it was declared eliminated in the United States in 2000. But measles is one of the most contagious viruses on the planet, and lower vaccination rates have given it a chance to spread—just like we’re seeing in West Texas. Dr. Sanjay Gupta traveled there to find out how the outbreak started, what’s being done to contain it, and how the community is coping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Measles was considered eliminated in the United States in 2000 — so why is it making a comeback? Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports from West Texas where there’s a growing outbreak to answer your pressing questions on the virus and explain how to protect yourself and your family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We’ve all heard that so-called “ultraprocessed” foods aren’t great for us—but why? It turns out scientists are still trying to figure that out. Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down with his friend and colleague, CNN’s Meg Tirrell, to talk about her recent visit to the National Institutes of Health, where researchers are studying the effects of these foods in ways that could shape future food policy and change how we shop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
