Life Kit: Health

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The dos and don'ts of taking over-the-counter pain medications

The dos and don'ts of taking over-the-counter pain medications

May 18, 2026

Ibuprofen, acetaminophen and aspirin — there are many over-the-counter pain medications available, but are they all the same? And how much should you really take? In this episode, pharmacists and a do...

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Are there 'forever chemicals' in your drinking water?

Are there 'forever chemicals' in your drinking water?

May 14, 2026

According to the CDC, virtually all Americans have PFAS, or "forever chemicals," in our bodies. These manmade substances have been linked to cancer, high cholesterol, thyroid disease and more. This ep...

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5 tips to help you poop better

5 tips to help you poop better

May 11, 2026

Think you know how to go No. 2? Think again. Dr. Trisha Pasricha, author of the new book You’ve Been Pooping All Wrong: How to Make Your Bowel Movements a Joy, shares common bathroom practices she wis...

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Explosive power: exercises to boost mobility and prevent injury

Explosive power: exercises to boost mobility and prevent injury

Apr 28, 2026

Explosive power is the ability to generate a lot of force quickly. It combines strength and speed. We use it in our daily lives to walk up stairs, stand up from a chair, catch ourselves when we stumbl...

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Make the most of a high-deductible health plan

Make the most of a high-deductible health plan

Apr 20, 2026

Did you know that if you have a high-deductible health plan, some services like immunizations and screenings are free (even if you haven't met your deductible)? Or that you might be able to invest the...

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Don't rely only on anti-histamines this allergy season

Don't rely only on anti-histamines this allergy season

Apr 16, 2026

Spring has sprung, and so too seasonal allergies. This episode, what you can do to stay more comfortable if you suffer from pollen allergies. Dr. Prathyusha Savjani shares strategies you can use, both...

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Protein is personal. Here's how to calculate your optimal intake

Protein is personal. Here's how to calculate your optimal intake

Apr 06, 2026

Protein is having a moment. Coffee chains are adding it into lattes. Many snack companies are labeling their products as high-protein. But how much protein do you really need? Host Marielle Segarra ta...

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How to recover after a workout

How to recover after a workout

Mar 16, 2026

It's normal to feel some pain or soreness after a workout. But how much is too much, and more importantly, how do you get relief? This episode, build out your post-workout recovery routine. A sports m...

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Dr. Sanjay Gupta wants you to reframe your understanding of pain

Dr. Sanjay Gupta wants you to reframe your understanding of pain

Mar 03, 2026

Why do we have pain in the absence of injury, or long after our tissue has healed? How can the same pain stimulus feel so different, depending on who you are, or even what day it is?  Neurosurgeon and...

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4 myths about women's health

4 myths about women's health

Feb 26, 2026

Do women really need to focus on cardio? Worry about heart health? Do a yearly mammogram? Meghan Rabbitt, author of the new book The New Rules of Women's Health, sets the record straight. Find the BC...

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