YOU The Owners Manual Radio Show

Every week, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know: Can Coffee Reduce Atrial Fibrillation? Why Higher Education Matters for Health as You Age The Hidden Dangers of Smoking: Just a Few Cigarettes Can Double Your Risk How Does Light Exposure Impact Your Heart Health? Avoid This to Lower Your Risk of Parkinson’s Disease by 40%

Hair loss is one of the most misunderstood medical issues in America, and according to Fort Lauderdale hair transplant surgeon Dr. Brett Bolton, the truth is far more straightforward than most people realize. For men, he says 99.999% of hair loss is purely genetic male-pattern hair loss — not stress, diet, or lifestyle. If a man is thinning, he inherited it. Period. The gene can come from either side of the family and may skip several generations. Women face a more complex picture. Dr. Bolton explains that hormonal shifts, thyroid issues, pituitary disorders, collagen vascular conditions, and other systemic factors can all trigger loss. A trained eye can immediately determine whether a woman is developing male-pattern recession — a genetic pattern typically visible at the hairline. Anything outside that pattern requires proper bloodwork and medical evaluation to find the root cause. As for stress? Dr. Bolton compares it to an infection that flares when the immune system dips. Stress rarely creates hair loss; it typically accelerates a genetic program already in motion. Stress-related shedding is usually temporary, with regrowth following once the telogen (resting) phase resolves.

Dr. Otis Brawley of Johns Hopkins shares his insight about cancer screening, focusing on prostate cancer. Dr. Brawley explains that while prostate cancer is common and serious, evidence supporting routine PSA screening is limited and inconsistent, leading major organizations to recommend shared decision-making between doctors and patients rather than universal screening. Men of Northwestern Sub-Saharan African ancestry have higher risk, but outcomes are equal across groups when high-quality care is provided, highlighting that disparities stem mainly from access to care, not biology. He emphasizes the importance of individualized screening decisions, treatment at strong medical centers, and patient engagement, and briefly describes Johns Hopkins’ MAPS peer-support program for cancer patients.

Every week, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know:   Severe flu season warning – A new H3N2 influenza strain is causing a particularly bad flu season, with strong evidence that flu vaccination significantly reduces hospitalizations, especially in younger adults. Flu vaccine effectiveness – Discussion of how well the flu shot prevents hospitalizations in different age groups. Coffee and heart health – New randomized research showing coffee consumption reduces episodes of atrial fibrillation. Dangers of light smoking and vaping – Even smoking just 2–5 cigarettes per day (or vaping) significantly increases death rates, especially in older adults. Education and brain health – Higher educational attainment is linked to better memory and cognitive function as people age. Physical activity and dementia prevention – Staying physically active in midlife lowers the risk of developing dementia later in life.    

Former carbs-addicted journalist and bestselling author Connie Bennett (Sugar Shock! and Beyond Sugar Shock) knows firsthand how quickly we can lose our willpower. After eating wholesome, sugar-free, gluten-free foods for more than a decade, she blew her diet big-time and packed on 21 pounds after a heartbreaking year helplessly watching her mother succumb to cancer. Connie felt ashamed. But hitting rock bottom made her determined to discover: Why do millions of people overeat junk foods? What events, conditions, or emotions trigger mindless bingeing? How can you shed unhealthy excess weight while you heal your heart, claim calm, and shed your shame? I Blew My Diet! Now What? is the result of Connie’s seven-year quest for answers. This engaging, eye-opening book guides you to: Discover 21 Reasons You Blew Your Diet Implement research-backed FEASTS (Fast, Easy, Awesome, Simple, Tested Strategies) to take back your power Create nutritious, delicious, blood-sugar-balanced, modified ketogenic (KetoMod) meals or snacks Boost oxytocin (the feel-good hormone) with Connie’s fun, science-based Hum-Hug-Rock Relief Process. This groundbreaking book—which includes entertaining cartoons by Isabella Bannerman—will help you shift your mindset from powerless to powerful while you create the healthy body you desire and the fulfilling life you deserve. For more information, visit www.connieb.com.

Every week, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.

Dr. Sideroff is an internationally renowned psychologist, consultant, and associate professor at UCLA, who’s established innovative training and treatment programs around the world. He has hosted summits on longevity, resilience and leadership, and published pioneering research in brain and behavior. He’s a thought leader called on to speak on his groundbreaking approach to resilience, peak performance & transformational psychology. His new book is, "The 9 Pillars of Resilience: The Proven Path to Master Stress, Slow Aging & Increase Vitality." He is also the host of the acclaimed podcast: “Quantum Leadership”.  Dr. Sideroff will discuss his groundbreaking work on resilience, exploring the nine key pillars that can help us navigate life’s challenges and achieve personal growth and turn bad stress into good stress. Practical strategies for building mental toughness and emotional well-being that will increase your quality of life.

Every week, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.

Every week, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.

Discover the critical importance of newborn hearing screening with Dr. Regina Zappi, an esteemed audiologist and associate director at ASHA. Learn why early detection of hearing loss can significantly impact a child's language development and social skills.

from Ruth: “As a 30-year blood cancer "patient" and now a cancer care partner to my husband, in addition to my patient advocacy work and health/medical writing, including as a contributor to the New York Times, I do honestly believe I bring a unique perspective to any conversation about the chronic effects of many of today's cancers.”

Every week, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.

Every week, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.

Every week, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.

An essential and empowering guide for women who struggle—often silently and alone—with the challenges of ADHD. ADHD in women is often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or entirely overlooked, leaving millions silently fighting an internal, invisible battle. Outwardly, they can be labeled flaky, intense, dramatic, or unreliable, while inwardly they’re juggling severe overwhelm, emotional chaos, chronic stress, catastrophic thinking, and the unshakable feeling of being misunderstood—by everyone. In Invisible ADHD, Shanna Pearson—founder and director of the world’s largest one-on-one ADHD coaching company, shares what actually works for women in real life. Drawing on insights from hundreds of thousands of coaching sessions, and her own turbulent ADHD journey, Shanna reveals the never-before-published strategies and solutions that have transformed thousands of lives for over two decades!

Foot problems are widespread, with a significant portion of the population experiencing them at some point in their lives. Approximately 75% of Americans will experience foot problems, and many suffer from chronic pain. Foot pain is a common-- about 19% of the US population experiences an average of 1.4 foot problems each year.  Dr. Glen N. Robison serves as Diplomate of the American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry. He's board certified in Primary Care in Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Robison is a Jin Shin Jyutsu practitioner and certified Myopractor. Trained in releasing deep restriction of motion in the body that resides at the root of our symptoms and ailments. He is here today to discuss foot conditions including: bunions, plantar fasciitis & everything in between.  

Who’s responsible for all the crap swirling around in the middle of the ocean? Brian Belefant deserves at least part of the blame. For decades he worked in advertising and marketing, doing his best to manipulate people like you into craving things you truly don’t need––Pepsi, Nissan, Taco Bell, Visa, Toyota, Pizza Hut, US Bank, Frito-Lay, and others. He made enough money to buy a lot of stuff, but the fuller his closets got, the emptier he felt. This book is a form of penance. And it’s not a one-off. So much of what Brian writes deals with themes of consumption, waste, and American cultural imperialism. ‘The Sultan of Garbage' shares 4 tips on how to reduce waste and be a more responsible consumer. Brian’s short stories appear in American Writers Review, Magpie Messenger, The South Shore Review, JAKE, Story Unlikely, The Blue Mountain Review, and Half and One. He’s written two novels and a how-to book, Spouse Hunting: Using the Rules of Real Estate to Find the Love of Your Life (spoiler alert: it works). His novel ‘Egregious” was a finalist for the Unleash Press 2024 WIP Prize and was shortlisted for The Letter Review Prize.

Every week, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.

Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D., is one of the most frequently quoted post viral CFS, fibromyalgia, energy, sleep and pain medical authorities in the world. He is here today to discuss the findings of a recent study on ultra processed foods. Ultra processed foods are becoming dominant in the global food supply. Prospective cohort studies have consistently found an association between high consumption of ultra processed foods and increased risk of several noncommunicable diseases and all-cause mortality. The study aimed to (1) estimate the risk of all-cause mortality for ultra processed foods consumption and (2) estimate the attributable epidemiologic burden of ultra processed food consumption in 8 select countries.

Every week, Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know.