Lifestyle #06

A Healthy Home

What if you could save money by making your home healthier and more environmentally friendly? Our guests are here to explain how to do just that.  Joining us today is an individual that has devoted himself to educating the public on the virtues of living a green and sustainable life, actor and environmentalist Ed Begley Jr., with his wife Rachelle Carson-Begley (www.rachellecarson-begley.com), and contractor Scott Harris of the Building Construction Group (www.buildingcgroup.com). Free Offer: Web articles for tips on going green Offer Description: Web articles “Ed Begley, Jr.’s Tips for Going Green” and “10 Surprising Ways to Help the Planet” Offer Code: GOGRN-T-F-401

Lifestyle #03

2 Weeks to a Younger Brain

It happens slowly. We start to forget our keys, forget a name or we come home from the market without the most important item we went for. Everybody does this sometimes. But according to our guest today, you can reverse this downhill slide in as little as two weeks. Memory doesn’t have to disappear as we age, according to Dr. Gary Small, author of 2 Weeks to a Younger Brain. Free Offer: Web articles by Dr. Gary Small Offer Description: Web articles “Sleep Helps Protect Your Brain,” Keep Walking To Stay Mentally Sharp,” and “Never Forget A Name Again” by Dr. Gary Small Offer Code: 2WEEKS-T-F-401

Lifestyle #02

The New Epidemic

There’s an epidemic sweeping our nation, targeting our youth in particular. Joining us today to reveal the culprit is actor Daniel Baldwin, and Greg Hannley, CEO of SOBA Recovery Center.  They will discuss the circle of addition and why some addiction programs work when others don’t. Free Offer: (1) CareNotes pamphlet “Getting Help With An Addiction” (2) NIH “Drug Facts” Offer Description: (1) This CareNote by Jim Auer is written for those who have reached a moment of crisis or decision—someone who is ready to face an addiction and seek help but is not sure how to proceed, or what to expect. This CareNote will provide helpful guidance and encouragement to individuals and their loved ones in the journey toward recovery. “Know that there is great reason for hope,” asserts the author. Tackling an addiction can be “the best of times”—because it marks the first step toward freedom and is, many say, the most difficult, the most courageous, and the wisest thing they’ve ever done. (www.onecaringplace.com) (2) NIH Treatment Approaches for Drug Addiction: This fact sheet discusses research findings on effective treatment approaches for drug abuse and addiction. Offer Code: NEWEPI-T-F-401

Lifestyle #01

Juvenile Diabetes

Alan Thicke graciously joined us before his passing to share his experience with a subject of personal importance to him – juvenile diabetes.  We thank him and will continue to spread awareness of this disease in his memory with this special episode. The worst news you can get as a parent is that your child is suffering from a life-threatening disease. Our guest, actor Alan Thicke, from the sitcom Growing Pains as America’s favorite dad, Jason Seaver, and his reality show, Unusually Thicke, is here to talk about what it was like to find out his child had juvenile diabetes. Free Offer:  Diabetes Your Take Control Guide & Articles by American Diabetes Association Offer Description: Diabetes Your Take Control Guide 36-page booklet contains the “need to know” information about diabetes. Topics include managing the ABCs, healthy eating, exercise, keys to behavior, change, medications and more.  Article “What to Know about Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)” and “The Diabetes ADVISOR.” Offer Code:  DTYPE1-T-F-401

Lifestyle #11

The Hidden Epidemic: STDs

Sexually transmitted diseases –STDs have been around for centuries. And unfortunately, it appears they’’re not going away. Some are treatable, some have life-altering consequences, some are life-threatening. Our guest, public health expert and a professor of medicine at UCLA, Dr. Jeffrey Klausner, has written extensively on diagnosis, treatment, control, and other aspects of sexually transmitted diseases.

Lifestyle #13

The Healthy Heart

It’s known as the silent killer, that thing that catches us completely unaware with little to no warning. Heart disease is the number one cause of death on a global scale, and today we’ll talk about some ways to reduce your risk. Our guest today is Dr. Howard Hodis, Professor of Medicine and Director of the USC Atherosclerosis Research Unit.

Lifestyle #14

Hope For Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s. The word itself evokes alarm. It’s the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. Where does it come from? Who’s at risk? What can be done if you have it, and is there any hope? Our guest, Dr. Wes Youngberg, a doctor of public health and a certified nutritionist and lifestyle medicine specialist, will answer all these questions and more.

Lifestyle #07

Supplementing Your Health

In this episode, We are joined by Dr. Brian Dixon of USANA to talk about what to look for in an effective vitamin or nutritional supplement. “Nutritionist” app creator Kelechi Opara also joins the crew to talk about ways apps and other fitness tools can keep you on track to reach your goals. Join co-host Obi Obadike for an incredible 4-minute abs workout routine. Download the Nutritionist App at humanengine.com below.

Lifestyle #08

True Strength with Kevin Sorbo

Our guest Kevin Sorbo portrayed an invincible demigod (Hercules) on television, but in real life, his three strokes and aneurysm left him partially blind and incapacitated at just thirty-eight years old. His recovery was an arduous process, which he documents in his book, True Strength. Today, Kevin Sorbo shares how he overcame these hardships. Free Offer: Surviving A Stroke Offer Code: STROKE-T-F-401 Offer Description: CareNotes pamphlet on surviving and thriving after a stroke.

Lifestyle #10

Medical Weight Loss

Gastric bypass and laparoscopic surgeries are becoming more common to help people lose large amounts of weight. Bariatric surgeon Dr. Joshua Long joins us from the Bariatric and Metabolic Center of Colorado to take the mystery out of these procedures in this episode. Also joining us is a Los Angeles-based medical weight loss patient, Veronica Phillips.

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