How much “social capital” have you raised? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young Medical Minute. We all need friends, the call at 3am type of friends that you can trust and count on. Research shows that people who have raised significa

#1191: MM- The "Golden Girl" Effect

Jan 16th, 2020 1m

Are you over 65 and living alone? There’s a new trend that some are calling the Gold Girl effect. This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young Medical Minute. Many older people are downsizing but can’t afford expensive retirement communities.

#1190: MM- Trans Fats and Dementia

Jan 15th, 2020 1m

What’s the link between trans fats and dementia? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. New research from Kyushu University suggests that consuming trans fats can increase a person’s chance of developing dementia. The

#1189: MM- Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D?

Jan 14th, 2020 1m

Fall is here. Are you getting enough Vitamin D? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. Vitamin D is absorbed through sunlight and certain foods and is necessary for bone and heart health. Without it, the body can’t a

#1188: MM- Eating Before or After a Workout

Jan 13th, 2020 1m

When’s the best time to eat: before or after a workout? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. New research out of Universities of Bath and Birmingham suggests that eating after a workout may be more beneficial than ea

#1187: MM- Adult Learning Differences

Jan 10th, 2020 1m

Is it possible for an adult to have an undiagnosed learning difference? The answer is yes. This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. There are over five million adults in the US who suffer from a learning difference. An

#1186: MM- Avoiding Eye Strain

Jan 9th, 2020 1m

Are your eyes telling you it’s time to take a break? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. Eye strain can occur after looking at a screen for prolonged periods of time. It can lead to blurred vision, dry eyes, and he

#1185: MM- All About Vitamin A

Jan 8th, 2020 1m

What is Vitamin A? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. Vitamin A is an antioxidant that acts as a hormone to help with organ function and gene expression. Vitamin A deficiencies can cause nighttime blindness, ferti

#1184: MM- The Keto Diet and Psoriasis

Jan 7th, 2020 1m

Do you suffer from psoriasis? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. A new study out of Paracelsus Medical University suggests that a ketogenic, or keto diet, may not be a good idea for people suffering from psoriasis.

#1183: MM- Reducing Risk for Breast Cancer

Jan 6th, 2020 1m

Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with breast cancer? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. A close second to skin cancer, breast cancer is one of the most common types diagnosed in women. In fact, roughly 1 in

#1182: MM- Decreasing Belly Fat

Dec 25th, 2019 1m

Does your belly look a little too much like Old Saint Nick? If you suffer from too much belly fat, what you eat is just as important as how you exercise. Increase protein and lower carbs Eliminate processed foods. Increase fiber intake Fi

#1181: MM- Spice Up Your Holiday

Dec 24th, 2019 1m

Are you ready to spice up your holiday season. The holidays are often a time of spices. Did you know that spices are actually good for you? Ginger is loaded with nutrients and bio-active compounds that reduce inflammation, reduce nausea, and f

#1180: MM- Going "Nuts" This Holiday Season

Dec 24th, 2019 1m

Are you going "nuts" over everything you have to do this holiday season? While going nuts is no good, nuts themselves are very good for you. They contain good fat that can help you lose weight and reduce risk for heart disease. Thank you for

#1179: MM- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Dec 23rd, 2019 1m

Do you wish you had the same drive in the winter that you do in the spring and summer? The winter months are often a time where people feel depressed or lethargic. It's thought that the lack of sunlight can increase changes of Seasonal Affecti

#1178: MM- Lifestyle Suggestions to Reduce Holiday Stress

Dec 23rd, 2019 1m

How are you feeling this holiday season. Sometimes, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Follow these tips to help keep your body in check. Drink Enough Water The heater can dehydrate you. Get the right amount and kind of sleep Be sure to get

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Dec 23rd, 2019 27s

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#1177: MM- Increasing Afternoon Energy

Oct 22nd, 2019 1m

Do you ever have an afternoon crash? If so you’re not alone. This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. It’s common for people to feel a lack of energy in the afternoon, something we often describe as a crash or “hitting th

#1176: MM- The Importance of Adult Vaccines

Oct 21st, 2019 1m

Is your shot record up to date? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. You may think that vaccines are just for kids and animals, but that thinking could get you into health trouble. Adults need vaccines too. Flu vaccin

#1175: MM- The Importance of Urine Color

Oct 18th, 2019 1m

Could the color of your urine be a clue to your health? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. It’s important to notice the color and opacity of your urine. This simple observation can hold keys to your overall health. U

#1174: MM- Enjoying the Fresh Air

Oct 17th, 2019 1m

When’s the last time you spent some time outside? Well, that’s probably too long. This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. In a world where we tend to go from the car to the office and back again, we may miss opportunities

#1173: MM- Motion Sickness

Oct 16th, 2019 1m

There’s nothing worse than having motion sickness. If you’ve been there, you know. This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. Motion sickness happens when your body loses its reference of stability. If you’re in a car or on

#1172: MM- Health Benefits of Aloe Vera

Oct 15th, 2019 1m

There’s one plant that you should always have growing at home. Any guesses on what that plant is? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. Aloe Vera is a great plant because it can grow outside in many climates, but it can

#1171: MM- Increasing Longevity Through Daily Activity

Oct 14th, 2019 1m

Are you leading an active life? If so it may increase your longevity. This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. You may have heard the term active life before and wondered what that means. Simply put, it means moving and d

#1170: MM- City Life and Aging

Oct 10th, 2019 1m

Is city life making you old? Yes, and in more ways than one. This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute. Living in the city can mean pollution, both noise pollution and air pollution. Noise pollution can interrupt sleep patt

#1169: MM- Heart Attack Risk Under 40

Oct 9th, 2019 1m

Do you know the fastest growing age group for heart attacks? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young Medical Minute. If you’re like most people, you think that heart disease and heart attacks are for old overweight men. This faulty think