Do you have a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease? Clinical Social Worker Stephanie Erickson, Founder of Erickson Resource, shares tips to care for a loved one with Alzheimer's. A 2011 American Psychological Association holiday statistics report said 69% of people are stressed by the feeling of having a lack of time Selvera Wellness' Registered Dietitian Amanda Foti offers to tips to manage stress eating during the holidays. This show is broadcast live on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women ...
Nov 24, 2015•49 min
Dr. Susan Love has dedicated her professional life to the eradication of breast cancer through her work with the Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation and Army of Women. Dr. Love's leukemia diagnosis in 2012 gave her a new perspective on both the doctor-patient relationship and the "collateral damage" of cancer treatment. Fertility Expert Dr. Jane Frederick discusses latest options for women of child bearing age who have been diagnosed with cancer. 10% of women ages 15-44 experience infertility. Th...
Nov 24, 2015•50 min
Dr. Susan Love has dedicated her life to the eradication of breast cancer through her work at the Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation and Army of Women. After her leukemia diagnosis in 2012 Dr. Love's experience as a cancer patient made her determined to study cancer's "collateral damage." 10% of women age 15-44 experience infertility. Fertility expert Dr. Jane Frederick discusses the latest options for women and especially those who have diagnosed with cancer who want to have children. This show...
Nov 20, 2015•50 min
Nearly 5 million elderly Americans age 60 and older are malnourished. Gael Greene, Founder, and Beth Shapiro, Executive Director of Citymeals-on-Wheels discuss how the nonprofit helps nourish NYC's frail aged through home meal deliveries and visits. Lauren Stiles founded Dysautonomia International to raise awareness of this family of medical conditions impacting the central nervous system affecting 70 million people. Lauren and Wendy Baruchowitz, both diagnosed with POTS, share their stories. Th...
Nov 12, 2015•52 min
Parenting Expert Dr. Kathy Masarie, The Family Empowerment Network, discusses how to create digital sanity and a balance between high and low tech life with your kids. This includes more family talk time, eating and cooking together, getting outdoors and cultivating creativity. Women's Health Expert Dr. Machelle Seibel, Founder of Menopause Magazine and author of the Estrogen Window, discusses how to manage menopause symptoms from hot flashes to dry vagina and whether taking estrogen can help. T...
Nov 05, 2015•52 min
Diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer at 45, retired Air Force Colonel Deanna Won was at one point placed in hospice care. But she did not give up. She made changes to her diet and drew upon her spirituality to heal. Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among men; 1 in 7 is diagnosed. Los Angeles Urologist Dr. Dudley Danoff, author of "Male Sexual Health," discusses at what age men should start prostate screening, risk factors and advancements in treating prostate cancer. ...
Oct 28, 2015•52 min
Integrative Medical Specialist Dr. Jim Roach, The Midway Center, discusses flu prevention and managing symptoms for common strains of the flu from diet and nutritional supplements to exercise and stress management. Women are 4 to 6 times more likely to have knee injuries. Columbia University Medical Center's Dr. Farah Hameed discusses reducing your risk of knee injury through body alignment, weight bearing exercises and pre-sports stretching, and what to do if you have swollen knees. Tip: Ice! T...
Oct 20, 2015•51 min
Breast cancer survivor Alisa Savoretti established My Hope Chest to help restore self-esteem, dignity and confidence to breast cancer survivors by facilitating and funding reconstructive surgery for under-insured and uninsured women and to educate survivors on their breast reconstruction options. Two time cancer survivor Marnie Rustemeyer created The Billow Pillow to provide breast, back, under arm and neck support for women following breast surgery to reduce discomfort and enable better rest. T...
Oct 15, 2015•51 min
After facing cancer twice, fashion executive Ann Ogden Gaffney redesigned her life to started the nonprofit Cook For Your Life, offering free cooking classes, videos and nutrition resources to help people during and after cancer treatment. www.CookforYourLife.org . Columbia Univ. Hospital Ortho-Cranial Specialist Dr. Jennifer Bassiur explains the condition Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) which affects 12% of the U.S. population, and many women, and how to reduce risk and manage symptoms. This s...
Oct 08, 2015•51 min
Food writer Alana Chernila (EatingFromtheGroundup.com) shares her kitchen wisdom for cooking with pleasure, being smarter about using scraps and deciphering product labels from her new book, The Homemade Kitchen. Pediatrician Dr. Claire Bush (Columbia Univ. Medical Center) discusses how to avoid head lice, which affects 6 million-12 million schoolchildren under age 11, taking precautions to avoid other commonly transmittable viruses passed from child to parent, and why vaccinations matter. This ...
Oct 01, 2015•51 min
Certified Baptiste Yoga Instructor and breast cancer survivor, Robyn Freeman, discusses the healing benefits of yoga, especially for women with breast cancer, to counter fatigue, reduce inflammation and regain mobility and strength. Sandra Carter, MPH, PhD, and CEO of Mushroom Matrix (a line of 100% organic mushroom powders) discusses the nutritional benefits of eating mushrooms and how certain strains of medicinal mushrooms can improve digestion, boost immunity and enhance well-being. This show...
Sep 14, 2015•51 min
SHARE, www.sharecancersupport.org , is a non-profit whose mission is to produce peer support to women with breast or ovarian cancer. Staff and volunteers are all cancer survivors who provide helpful and caring insights. All services and program are free. Jacqueline Reinhard, SHARE's Executive Director; Ivis Sampayo, Director of Programs and Andrea Herzberg, Manager of the Ovarian Cancer Helpline discuss SHARE's many programs offered to women of all ages and backgrounds. Helpline: 844-ASK-SHARE. ...
Sep 11, 2015•50 min
Food writer, cookbook author and mother of two, Katie Workman, shares cooking and meal planning tips for busy women from her books, The Mom 100 Cookbook and Dinner Solved! Find out how to make dishes that appeal to the picky eaters in your family and create fun, educational ways to teach your kids about cooking. Columbia Univ. Medical Center's Dr. Lindsey Bordone discusses why you should wear sun screen year-round and avoid tanning/tan salons to protect your skin and health against skin cancers....
Sep 02, 2015•51 min
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an unpredictable often disabling disease of the central nervous system that affects more than 2.3 million people worldwide. Shari Leidich, a Colorado mom with MS, turned to a raw food diet to help manage her health. Shari's homemade raw food snacks became so popular she created the brand Two Mom in the Raw. Dr. Rosalind Kalb, an author of "MS for Dummies" and spokesperson for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, discusses living with MS and ways to cope, This show ...
Aug 25, 2015•50 min
One in 8 women are diagnosed with breast cancer and 20-30% diagnosed with early stage disease will develop metastatic breast cancer. The non-profit Living Beyond Breast Cancer ( www.lbbc.org ) provides peer support, education and a toll-free hotline 888-753-LBBC (5222) for women at all stages of breast cancer. LBBC CEO Jean Sachs and two women living with breast cancer, Peggy Olivas (Triple Negative) and Jean Burns (Stage IV) will discuss issues and support for women living with breast cancer. T...
Aug 19, 2015•51 min
Do you live on a tight food budget? 46 million Americans survive on $4/day, the amount provided through SNAP (the US government's food stamp program). Struck by these alarming numbers Leanne Brown wrote "Good and Cheap: Eat Well on $4/Day" while attaining her Master's Degree in Food Studies at New York University. The free ebook generated 700,00 downloads and a successful Kickstarter campaign. Now published by Workman, each time a print copy is purchased, one is donated to someone in need. This ...
Aug 13, 2015•51 min
By 2020 there will be 1.4 million computer science jobs available in the USA. But still only 26% of women make up the computing workforce. Thanks to the not-for-profit Women Who Code, more women around the world are receiving free training, mentoring and networking opportunities through more than 2000 events held each year. Elizabeth Ferrao, cofounder of Women Who Code New York, discusses why learning computer code is essential for women in business and that its easier to learn than Spanish. Thi...
Aug 04, 2015•51 min
Shauna Martin was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 33 in 2004. A young mom at the time facing aggressive rounds of surgery and treatment, Shauna tuned to a plant based diet to eat her way back to better health after treatment. Her company, Daily Greens, produces cold press vegetable and fruit juices, hemp milk based protein beverages other healthy drinks. Shauna is author "The Daily Greens 4-Day Detox." An inspiring story with an enduring message that eating clean and green is good. This show...
Jul 29, 2015•52 min
Heart disease is the #1 cause of death among Americans each year of which one-third are women. Melanie discusses heart health tips and heart disease risk reduction with Cardiovascular Specialist Dr. Sonia Tolani, Columbia University Medical Center. Cooking show host and recipe developer, Carol Ritchie, American Heart Association (AHA) spokesperson, discusses tips to heart healthy cooking from the new AHA book, Grill It, Braise It, Broil It....and 9 Other Easy Techniques for Making Healthy Meals....
Jul 22, 2015•50 min
Internationally recognized Chef Maria Loi, shares her 12 pillars for a healthy eating in her book, The Greek Diet, with a focus on fresh, sustainable dishes that are completely satisfying. Think: creamy yogurt, olive oil, fresh seafood, eggs, whole grains, greens, herbs and - yes- wine and coffee. Chef Loi is owner of two highly acclaimed restaurants, Loi Estiatorio in New York City and Kouzina in Greece. She has made many appearances on TV and cooked at The White House. This show is broadcast l...
Jul 14, 2015•47 min
Paulette Fox created nourishing, hydrating flavorful ice chips to feed her dying mother, Sari, who was stricken with ovarian cancer and unable to eat many foods. After Sari's death, Paulette took a soul searching trip to Bali where she dreamed up the idea of LifeIce, a line of nourishing ice cubettes® that are all natural, gluten free and low in sugar. Launched in 2013, LifeIce has found success not only in the health and wellness industry but also in supermarkets nationwide as a healthy treat. ...
Jul 08, 2015•51 min
Diagnosed with breast cancer at age 33 Mailet Lopez found it difficult to find and connect with her peers facing the disease. She used her digital media skills as a partner at Squeaky Media to launch IHadCancer.com, an online community for those facing cancer to connect with others for support. Homeopathy is a natural, integrative approach to traditional medicine. Homeopathic specialist Dr. Lauri Grossman explains homeopathy and how it can alleviate or eliminate many ailments and conditions. Thi...
Jul 03, 2015•46 min
Terry Frishman, founder of Culinest, is a brand building specialist who helps food entrepreneurs strategically grow their businesses. She shares insights on how to take your recipe from the kitchen counter to store shelves. Vascular specialist, Dr. Danielle Bajakian, Columbia University Medical Center, discusses the causes, conditions and latest treatments for both varicose and spider veins, and ways to minimize your risk (e.g., regular exercise, weight management, wearing compression garments) ...
Jun 25, 2015•51 min
After facing near financial ruin while being treated for breast cancer Molly MacDonald created The Pink Fund to provide non-medical financial aid for women battling the disease. Diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes as a teenager, Dr. Karin Hehenberger devoted her life's work to helping people manage the disease. She's author of "Ten Things You Need To Know About Living with Diabetes" and founder of Lyfebulb, an educational platform & social community for individuals living with chronic disease. Th...
Jun 17, 2015•50 min
Claudine Pépin has cooking alongside her famous father Chef Jacques Pépin in three award winning PBS TV cooking shows. Claudine has written "Kids Cook French," an interactive, bilingual cookbook with French-inspired recipes and seasonal menus to teach children the pleasures of cooking and healthy eating. After pulling herself out of debt from her youth, Certified Public Accountant Kemberley Washington helps people manage their money, reduce their debt and get back on a better financial track. Th...
Jun 10, 2015•53 min
Healthy grocery shopping tips with Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Maria Marlowe including cost-saving tips, how to read food labels, and best food choices to make to feed your family. Dr. Marjorie Slankard, Professor of Medicine at New York City's Columbia University Medical Center and Practicing Allergist at ColumbiaDoctors Midtown, discusses common seasonal allergies and how to protect yourself and manage allergic reactions from hay fever and bug bites to sun poisoning and skin rashes. Thi...
Jun 03, 2015•51 min
Two medical experts from Columbia University Medical Center join Melanie to discuss travel and skin health. Travel medicine specialist, Dr. Caroline Sullivan, offers tips on how to pack and prepare before you take a trip and how to stay healthy when you are away. One in 5 Americans will be diagnosed with some form of skin cancer. Board certified dermatologist Dr. Lindsey Bordone discusses skin cancer risk reduction including sunscreen protection, skin examinations and smart lifestyle changes. Th...
May 27, 2015•51 min
Linda Tantawi, CEO, Komen Greater New York, discusses the importance about being proactive about your breast health starting at an early age to reduce the risk of breast cancer. One in 8 women are diagnosed with breast cancer. Early detection through monthly self-examinations and mammograms starting at age 50 (40 if you have a family history) is key. It's important to understand if you have dense breasts, family history and other hereditary or genetic factors. Be proactive about your health. Thi...
May 20, 2015•51 min
Judy Pearson and Karen Shayne found second acts after surviving cancer by creating the Women's Survivor Alliance to help education, empower and connect women cancer survivors. Their year round efforts culminate in June at the National Women's Survivor Convention in Nashville. Dr. Martha Eddy, founder of Moving for Live, discusses how proper alignment, sleep and sitting postures and movement can strengthen your back. Important since back injury is the #1 reason for work related disabilities. This...
May 13, 2015•52 min
Mother of 3 sons, triathlete and professional philanthropy advisor, Julie Shafer, discusses how to select and support charities and create giving programs. Today women are more likely to be influencing the giving decisions in their households and writing the checks. Julie notes that philanthropic goal-setting is like creating an investment portfolio. And it's not just about giving money. Being a giving person can also mean donating your your time, talent and treasures to support charities. This ...
May 06, 2015•51 min
