Late Night Health Radio

Joseph Carr, Founder of Josh Cellars, Introduces ItsFirst Ever Non-Alcoholic Selection – the Newest Edition to the Award-winning Portfolio Dry January is a relatively new and growing tradition post New Year's celebrations. Those who commit choose to take a break from drinking alcohol during the month of January - for reasons, such as health benefits, a desire to reset after the indulgence of the holiday season, or sometimes to simply challenge oneself. However, just because you’ve committed to a dryer Jan, that doesn’t mean you have to lose all the fun when it comes to what you eat and drink. Joseph Carr, founder of Josh Cellars, America’s #1 premium wine brand, will be sharing Dry January sips and pairing tips for the new year, including introducing the brand’s first-ever non-alcoholic sparkling selection. Made in Italy in the heart of the Prosecco region by the brand’s 5th generation Italian winemaking team, this new offering is the ideal beverage for everyday enjoyment and celebrations. Perfect for Dry January and beyond, learn and get tips on how to enjoy your favorite sips and cocktails, without the guilt.Joseph visits with Mark Alyn on this edition of Late Night Health.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Get Your Share of Billions If you're 65 plus and have a Medicare Advantage plan - watch this video. It shows you how you can tap into the billions of unused OTC benefits. This is the real deal!!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

The holidays are about celebrating with friends and family and spreading joy and cheer. However, that’s not the only thing spreading. Respiratory viruses are also on the rise, making rapid diagnostic testing an essential tool for providing peace of mind. In this special public service interview, Mary Rodgers, Ph.D., will share important information about the benefits of rapid diagnostic testing and how it can be used to prevent the spread of illnesses among family and friends at seasonal celebrations. As a global virus hunter with health tech company Abbott, Dr. Rodgers hopes to encourage anyone who is feeling ill and plans to attend a holiday event to get tested. Of course, no one wants their holidays to be ruined by being sick, so learn how advances in rapid diagnostic testing technology can provide a diagnosis to ensure a healthier holiday. Dr. Rogoers visits with Mark Alyn on this edition of Late Night Health.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Ramaa.Krishnan, born and raised in India, aligned with a spiritual path and purpose from an early age. Her husband's career brought their family to the US in 1998 and she soon began sharing her perspectives and practices with others, helping them manage stress and live their lives more consciously. In 2006 she founded Full Bloomed Lotus Center for Self-Awareness, renting a studio space and expanding her circle. A difficult period in her own life had Ramaa digging deeper, uncovering old forgotten wounds, and exploring a deeper faith, beyond traditional practices. During the pandemic she closed the studio, moved her classes online, and used the time to write her first book, The Yoga of Self-Love: The Sacred Path to Wholeness and Healing through Inner-Child Work. The book is a step-by-step guide to self-discovery and healing, underscoring the power of reshaping our narratives, and affirming that while we cannot alter our past, we can find the freedom to change how we perceive it. Ramaa joins Mark on the edition of Late Night Health. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Special Interview with John L. Lehr, President & CEO of theParkinson’s Foundation & Carla Velastegui, a Parkinson’s Care Partner Each November, the Parkinson's Foundation recognizes National Family Caregivers Month as an important time to celebrate and honor the many contributions of the 65 million Americans caring for a loved one living with a chronic condition like Parkinson's disease (PD). This year, more than ever, the focus is care partner burnout as a special effort is made to encourage care partners to find time to care for themselves too.We have a special conversation  with two unique experts. John L. Lehr is the President and CEO of the non-profit Parkinson’s Foundation, and Carla Velastegui, a healthcare technologist and a care partner for her mother, who was diagnosed with Young-Onset Parkinson’s disease (YOPD) in 2010. Based in Toronto, she is a member of the Parkinson’s Foundation People with Parkinson's Advisory Council, a group of dedicated people in the Parkinson’s community who advise and collaborate with the organization on a volunteer basis. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT PD & THE NEEDS OF CAREGIVERS:Special resources for people who are taking care of people with PD, including new resources for the Spanish-speaking communityThe challenges of taking care of someone with a progressive diseaseEssential tips to prevent care partner burnout, which can affect anyone caring for someone with PD and other chronic diseasesInfo about the Parkinson’s Foundation free Helpline at 1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636) for answers to PD care questions in English and Spanish, and the Foundation’s complete library of online resourcesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

As the weather cools, take time to focus on your vein health. While people often associate vein health with varicose veins or other cosmetic concerns, maintaining healthy veins is essential for overall well-being. Your veins act as pathways, transporting blood efficiently through your body and playing a key role in keeping you feeling your best. According to Dr. John Chuback, a renowned expert in venous disease and the founder of VitasupportMD, a company dedicated to high-quality nutraceuticals for venous and lymphatic health, the veins in your body work hard to move blood back to your heart and ensure it flows in the right direction. "Healthy veins are crucial for smooth and efficient circulation," explains Dr. Chuback, a board-certified cardiovascular surgeon. "When vein health is compromised, it can lead to leg discomfort, fatigue, and affect your overall quality of life. Many people think of vein issues only in terms of varicose veins, but they play a much larger role in how your body feels and functions." Dr. Chuback emphasizes that supporting vein health doesn't have to be complicated. Simple adjustments to your daily routine can significantly improve how your veins function. His recommendations include: Staying Active: Regular movement helps push blood through your veins, preventing blood from pooling and keeping circulation strong. Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise, such as walking or cycling, most days of the week. Eating a Balanced Diet: Fiber-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, along with proper hydration, can improve blood flow. Reducing salt intake helps to avoid water retention, which can strain your veins and lead to leg swelling. Avoid Smoking and Long Periods of Inactivity: Smoking damages blood vessels, making it harder for veins to function properly. If you have a sedentary job, be sure to take breaks and move around to keep your veins healthy. Doing toe raises and engaging your calf muscles while seated at your desk promotes blood flow as well. Recognizing symptoms of vein issues early is crucial for maintaining good vein health. "Watch for signs such as swelling in the legs or ankles, cramping, bulging veins, or dark discoloration of the skin," advises Dr. Chuback. "If any of these occur, it's important to consult a vein specialist. Early treatment options can include lifestyle changes, compression stockings, dietary supplements including flavonoids like MPFF and diosmin, or medical interventions that can improve vein health and prevent complications." This winter, prioritize vein health with simple daily habits that can help keep your veins functioning smoothly and ensure long-term comfort and mobility. When your veins are healthy and your legs feel great it is much easier to walk, exercise, and stay active which all have a positive impact on overall cardiovascular and heart health.Dr. Chuback visits with Mark Alyn on this episode.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

The focus of this episode is the new book "Upset Is Optional" by Karen Howard. Karen teaches readers how to Say Goodbye to Unnecessary Suffering.Karen Howard, a former Congressional committee staff member with four decades of experience in healthcare policy and author of "Upset is Optional," is here to share valuable insights from her book on alleviating election anxiety:• Create a Word Wall: Start by listening to your own words. Pay attention to the language you use when discussing the election. Create a word wall with words you want to use more, like "hope" and "encouraged," and words to use less, such as "scary" and "mad." This helps shift your mindset and focus on the possibility of a positive outcome.• Reframe Your Reactions: Change your perspective by reframing negative emotions. For example, transform frustration into curiosity, anger into bewilderment, and fear into compassion. This simple shift can help you manage your emotions more effectively and stay calmer during this intense time.• Set Your Mood: Start each day by setting a positive intention, like "Today, I will stay calm and centered." Perform frequent body scans throughout the day to check in with yourself and reset as needed. This practice helps you maintain a balanced and relaxed state of mind amidst election stress.• Serve the Seven Generations: Honor your past and be true to your future by ensuring that your mission serves not only your immediate needs, but also the three generations that came before you and the three generations that will follow. Reflect on the values and lessons passed down to you, and let them guide your actions. This long-term perspective can provide a sense of purpose and stability, helping you navigate election anxiety with resilience and determination.Karen Howard is the CEO and Executive Director of Organic & Natural Health Association, leading the organization for consumer health advocacy since its inception in 2014. With four decades of experience in healthcare policy, government relations, and organizational leadership, she is a visionary in advancing healthcare initiatives. She is the author of "Upset is Optional: Say Goodbye to Unnecessary Suffering" (March 2024), focusing on strategies to manage stress and anxiety.Karen visits with Mark on this edition of Late Night Health.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

The Insane Darryl Wayne and Mark Alyn talk about growing older, experiences with doctors and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Dr. Adam Rubinstein is an award winning, board-certified plastic surgeon well regarded for his outstanding work and cutting edge non-invasive and surgical plastic surgery procedures for women and men.  He is a well-known and outspoken patient advocate and is not afraid to speak out about botched plastic surgery, unsafe conditions and questionable clinics related to patient deaths.  Dr. Rubinstein is passionate about his mission to educate the public about plastic surgery. You can learn more about him on his site at www.dr-rubinstein.com  and social channels, including his Instagram accounts, @drrubinstein and @plasticsurgerytruths, SnapChat @drrubinstein, and Facebook page @MiamiPlasticSurgeon. Dr. Rubinstein is certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery whose skills are sought out by patients from around the world.  He has trained with the world’s eminent surgeons at the forefront of developing techniques for plastic surgery. His offices are located at 2999 NE 191st Street, PH 6, Miami, Fl 33810.   He has served as the Chief of Plastic Surgery and the Chief of the Department of Surgery for Jackson North Medical Center, a 382-bed acute care hospital in the Jackson Healthcare System.Dr. Rubinstein is a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Surgery at NOVA Southeastern University, clinical faculty for the Department of Plastic Surgery at Florida International University (FIU) School of Medicine, and clinical faculty for the Cleveland Clinic Plastic Surgery Residency Program in Florida. Dr. Rubinstein currently serves on the editorial staff of the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal published by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.  He holds memberships in many prestigious medical societies and associations, including: ·      The American Society of Plastic Surgeons·       The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery·       The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery·       The American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons·       The Ralph Millard Jr., M.D. Medical Society & Education Foundation You can learn more on his website www.dr-rubinstein.com  and social channels including his Instagram accounts, @drrubinstein and @plasticsurgerytruths, SnapChat @drrubinstein, and Facebook page @MiamiPlasticSurgeon Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

So what happened to love? What’s behind the growing trend of "situationships" and why has this scenario been made even more precarious for Black women and other women of color? For anyone who’s been left wondering whether or not they are witnessing the collective collapse of traditional romantic love, sociologist Sabrina Strings has the answer– yes, they are, and the evidence is all around us.In THE END OF LOVE: Racism, Sexism, and the Death of Romance, Strings blends historical research, personal stories, and critical analysis of popular culture to trace the path that she believes has led to the demise of romantic partnerships, with an emphasis on how racism and anti-feminist ideology have been the driving force behind it. Sabrina Strings, professor at the University of California, Santa Barbara, will discuss: *How changes brought forward during the Civil Rights era resulted in Black men distancing themselves from Black and “insufficiently white” women and aligning themselves with white men in order to pursue a rise in personal status. *How men’s media counseled its audience to be wary of women’s intentions, narrowly selective in their choice of partners, or to avoid marriage all together. *The rise and fall of the Black is Beautiful movement.   *The problematic portrayal of Black women in popular culture. *How the widespread availability of porn online has influenced sexual relationships and men’s expectations for partners. Sabrina Strings, PhD is professor and North Hall Chair of Black Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Her book, Fearing the Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fat Phobia, won the 2020 Body and Embodiment Best Publication Award given by the American Sociological Association and was an Honorable Mention in the 2020 Sociology of Sex and Gender Distinguished Book Award, given by the American Sociological Association.       Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

It’s estimated that 44 million Americans experience hearing loss, but only one-fifth get help. Research has shown that there is a significant relationship between hearing loss, cognitive decline and depression in the elderly. In 2022, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that hearing aids can be sold over-the-counter without a prescription to adults over the age of 18. This long sought-after change helps consumers frustrated by expensive exams and even more expensive devices. World-renowned hearing expert Professor De Wet Swanepoel  explains what this means for consumers this edition of Late Night Health. Learn how adults with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss are now able to buy OTC hearing aids online and in stores, without a prescription. The high cost of prescription hearing aids, which are not covered by basic Medicare, has discouraged millions from buying the devices. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT HEARING LOSS SOLUTIONS:ADVICE — Top hearing health & hearing loss prevention guidanceCUTTING-EDGE — How hearing solutions like Lexie’s OTC hearing aids can change livesCHANGING THE STIGMA — How hearing loss impacts millions of AmericansCRITICAL NEED — 700 million people worldwide will require hearing help by 2050 SPOKESPERSON BACKGROUND: De Wet Swanepoel, PhD. is professor of Audiology at the University of Pretoria, where he leads research for the World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Center for the Prevention of Deafness and Hearing Loss. He also holds an adjunct professorship at the University of Colorado School of Medicine as well as the former .  His research is focused on innovative digital solutions and service-delivery models for more equitable hearing care.  Dr. Swanepoel has published more than 280 peer-reviewed articles, books and book chapters and is funded by the NIH, UK Academy of Medical Sciences, National Research Foundation, and hearing health industry.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Just as big pharma has recently discovered a simple mechanism to reverse weight gain and obesity, it is highly likely that soon, we will discover something equally simple that triggers the onset of aging, postulates Joel Geiderman, a distinguished physician and professor at Cedars-Sinai and the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA who is considered one of the pioneers of emergency medicine. It could be as simple as a protein we can block. And with AI speeding up research, Geiderman firmly believes the day we “cure” aging is not far off. This entirely plausible concept is the basis for his novel, The Plasma Cell Report. But then what?   Geiderman cautions that so much could go wrong, and that society and our planet are simply not ready for nature’s course to change.   He’d be happy to chat with you about this. Among the concerns he points to are:An ever-expanding population that will skew increasingly toward older people and could ostensibly double in number every twenty years.Uncertainty around whether Earth really has the natural resources - from energy to water and food - to support this ongoing population growth.Doubt about how to meet the increased need for infrastructure -- everything from transportation and housing to education and healthcare facilities.Questions over social issues such as entitlements such as social security and how to finance them as the number of retired people grows as a share of the population.Matters of equity: who would have access to the new treatments? What about those left behind?Moral issues such as: would we be interfering with a divine plan? Doesn’t nature know best? And in times like these, we must also consider:The risk of older generations maintaining a grip on top leadership positions to the detriment of change and renewal; andThe potential dangers of lifetime terms for people in public office (e.g., the Supreme Court). As the father of the atomic bomb Robert Oppenheimer said, “The deep things in science are not found because they are useful; they are found because it is possible to find them.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Labor Day is an annual holiday that marks the last vestiges of Summer and the beginning of Fall fun. It’s a holiday worthy of a celebration that can include a backyard bash, a trip to the beach or lake, or a great cookout. Fortunately, we have one of the true experts in effortless enjoyment to share some Labor Day inspiration and super secrets for a great long weekend gathering.  Sam Calagione, Founder & Brewer of Dogfish Head,shares details on how to reimagine your summer. Sam will share his secrets for a great party and his innovative take on spirits-based, ready-to-drink cocktails that can take any Labor Day celebration to the next level. He will also share some beverage options that capture the essence of summer and are ideal for backyard barbeques, beach outings, or relaxing poolside. SAM’S LABOR DAY CELEBRATION TIPS WILL INCLUDE: NO FUSS — Ready-to-drink cocktails for Labor Day gathering convenience and effortless enjoymentVARIETY — A medley of drink options catering to every taste & palateVODKA MIX & TROPICAL MIX—Each featuring four ready-to-drink cocktails, offering innovative takes on classic recipes; expertly crafted with real spirits and real fruit juices SIP ON SUMMER - Enjoy the essence of summer all year long with Dogfish Head’s Strawberry Honeyberry Vodka Lemonade SPOKESPERSON BACKGROUND: Sam Calagione has authored four books and was named the James Beard Foundation’s Outstanding Wine, Spirits, or Beer Professional in 2017. He has been focused on brewing beers with culinary ingredients since 1995 when Dogfish Head first opened as the smallest craft brewery in America. Today, Dogfish is one of the most recognized breweries in the country. Dogfish currently sells beers, spirits and RTD cocktails across the U.S., and in July 2019, Dogfish Head proudly merged with the Boston Beer Company. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Eye Health Expert Dr. Jen Wademan, OD, Teams with ZEISS to Share Important Information About a NEW Study Showing Parent Concerns Over Screen Time  Each August Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month is recognized just in time for the return to school. The goal of this annual national health observance is to educate parents on best practices for keeping their children’s eyes healthy, and how that can impact success in the classroom. On August 8th, Dr. Jen Wademan, OD, is teaming up with ZEISS to discuss the importance of eyecare for children. She will also share vital information from a new study showing that parents are genuinely concerned about how screen time impacts the health of children. Dr. Wademan will also show how new breakthrough technologies can help children. One of these is the new ZEISS Single Vision SmartLife Lenses that are designed to meet the needs of children ages 6 to 19. This new technology adapts to the size of a growing child’s face and the way children hold phones and tablets closer to their eyes, due to their shorter arms and smaller proportions. Dr. Jen visits with Mark Alyn on this episode.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

HE IMPORTANCE OF STUDENT HEALTH & THE ENVIRONMENT:Propane buses are quieter, healthier and students arrive at school calm and ready to learn.1.3 million children ride to school in 22,000 propane school buses across the country. Propane buses are one-third the price of electric school buses.Check out BetterOurBuses.com for school bus safety and efficiency informationReplacing diesel buses with propane buses would save enough money to hire thousands of new teachers in classrooms nationwide. SPOKESPERSON BIO: Tucker Perkins is the president and chief executive officer for the Propane Education & Research Council, a position he’s held since 2017. He has extensive experience in the propane industry, including operating his own propane retail company in Virginia, Premier Propane, as well as holding executive positions at Inergy Propane and Columbia Propane. Perkins holds a B.S. in civil engineering from Virginia Tech and an MBA from the University of Richmond.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Can love survive the onslaught of chronic illness? Writer Sarah Cart shares how she became one of 39 million Americans taking care of an ailing loved one in ON MY WAY BACK TO YOU, One Couple’s Journey through Catastrophic Illness to Healing and Hope (Forefront Books; April 2, 2024). “My husband, Ben, just past his mid-fifties, was irrepressibly healthy and energetic until, suddenly, he wasn’t.” In suspenseful and heart-rending detail, Cart recounts how, beginning with an incurable autoimmune disease, her husband developed one life-threatening condition after another. As each month passed, she felt her best friend, this brilliant businessman, successful entrepreneur, and energetically engaged and organized father to their four sons, slipping away, until eventually they received devastating news: Ben needed a heart transplant. But that was only the tip of the iceberg. Two weeks after the COVID-19 lockdown, they realized Ben’s body was shutting down and his only hope was to get on the list and get that transplant now—in the midst of a pandemic. And that wasn’t even half of what was to come. Thrust into the role of nurse and caregiver, Cart required a deep well of faith, grit, and grace as she confronted doubts, fears, endless setbacks, aggravations, and red tape while struggling to help Ben regain whatever he could of all that had been lost. Cart reminds us that “there is certainly no promise that the health we enjoy this evening will be with us in the morning” and provides guidance for others in her shoes. Sooner or later, everyonewill either become a caregiver or need one. To help when time comes, she shares the questions to ask, the notes to take, the signs to never overlook, and the self-care necessary for the caregiver.  ON MY WAY BACK TO YOU is more than a chronicle of Ben’s illness. It’s about love, resiliency, and the power of community: “When Ben was in the hospital, I felt all the people who’d ever loved him shining their light from the far reaches of the universe each time I begged them to do so.” It’s a roadmap through some of life’s greatest challenges and the journey of two people who used the power of love, determination, and endless patience to find their way back to each other. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recognizes Older Americans Month to empower older adults (ages 65 and older) to age without injury while still enjoying the hobbies and activities they love.  Still Going Strong is a national campaign from CDC raising awareness about common yet preventable injuries as we age. The campaign provides simple steps older adults and caregivers can do to improve social connectedness and prevent common injuries. This year’s theme, Powered by Connection, organized by the Administration for Community Living, emphasizes the profound impact that meaningful relationships and social connections have on our health and well-being.  According to CDC, maintaining strong social connections with family and friends plays a vital role in supporting independence and overall aging. Research shows that social connectedness can lead to longer life, better health, and improved well-being.The Still Going Strong campaign equips older adults with tools to reduce social isolation and loneliness.  It also helps them to avoid the leading causes of unintentional injuries among older adults such as falls, motor vehicle crashes, and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Older adults experiencing social isolation and loneliness have an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, dementia, and suicidal ideation.  There are steps older adults and their caregivers can take to improve social connectedness that helps to maintain their quality of life and stay independent longer. During interviews, a wellness expert and/or a CDC official would discus Dr. Gwen Bergen serves as the team lead for the Safety Promotion Team in the Applied Sciences Branch of the Division of Injury Prevention at CDC’s Injury Center. The Safety Promotion Team’s primary focuses are the prevention of drownings and older adult falls. Prior to becoming team lead, she was a behavioral scientist on the team working on older adult fall prevention for seven years. Her emphasis was on implementing and evaluating clinical fall prevention strategies and understanding older adult injury prevention attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors and designing evidence-based tools to encourage them to adopt behaviors to reduce their injury risk.Her previous CDC experience includes five years on the Transportation Safety Team with a focus on alcohol-impaired driving, older adult mobility, and data linkage, and two years as a fellow at the National Center for Health Statistics working on injury data. She received her Master of Public Health degree from the Emory University Rollins School of Public Health and her doctoral degree, both in social and behavioral science with an emphasis in injury prevention, from Johns Hopkins University, Bloomberg School of Public Health.Dr. Bergen joins Mark Alyn on this edition of Late ight Health.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

What does it take to become an ace golfer or chess whiz? Is the ability to speak multiple languages, rock at playing the violin, or write a bestseller reserved for the rare and gifted?In Mastery: How Learning Transforms Our Brains, Minds, and Bodies, noted psychologist and author Arturo E. Hernandez, Ph.D., reveals how the skills we marvel at and yearn to possess are not born or built purely through discipline. Instead, as he makes clear, new skills bloom from combining, recombining and layering small parts that represent an amazing new whole.   In Mastery, Dr. Hernandez explores and expands upon these 6 Secrets to Building Your Brain Power:  How to apply the right kind of practice—deliberate yet flexible—and focus on engagement rather than the rigid, single-minded quest for perfection.Why learning early matters—yes, it’s easier for youngsters to pick up new skills—but how older people have the advantage of broader connections and diverse experiences.The impact of our innate human ability, present at birth, is to recognize and pay attention to faces in reading and writing, which is the road to new skills later in life.The role of genetics in aptitude and talent—and why a gene rarely does any of its work alone. The surprising effects of pressure (both external and self-imposed) and emotions (including anger) on performance in areas of expertise from tennis to piano.How to master the five principles of mastery: will (what do you want to do or learn?), ability (what are you good at?), opportunity, flexibility and clarity (what matters to you?).  “The process of learning something new or becoming better at something we already know applies to everyone,” Dr. Hernandez observes. “Whether we are a professional in a sport, a polyglot who speaks at least eleven languages, or just learning something new and becoming good at it, the same rules apply. No matter our ultimate level of expertise, we humans are adept at taking a bunch of little pieces and creating a much bigger whole. Our gift as humans—our defining feature—is the emergent process that leads to mastery.”Throughout the book, Dr. Hernandez shares fascinating stories of experts, such as Dan McLaughlin, who laid out a plan to become a golf pro to Jane Goodall, the renowned primatologist who struggled with a secret malady: difficulty remembering people’s faces. Mastery reveals the path to startling potential for anyone seeking to learn a new skill or teach someone else to do the same, improve their proficiency at what they already enjoy doing, or better understand how our brains evolve and excel. Dr. Hernandez visits with Mark Alyn on Late Night Health.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

It’s no secret that retailers know every trick in the book to make their customers buy their goods.  How exactly does the luxury goods industry work and is “retail therapy” healthy for us? In his second novel, AMY UNBOUND, longtime fashion industry insider Martin Sneider offers, according to former Bloomingdale’s Vice-Chairman Frank Doroff, “…a peek inside a fashion empire, and a family in turmoil…..” Opening in 2009, Amy Unbound continues the saga of the Feldman family—focusing on Josh’s wife. Martin Sneider captures the toll of the drive for success in a marriage while drawing readers into another volatile, adrenaline-fueled world: politics. Amy throws herself into her work and begins to question her marriage. While Amy flirts with a dangerous romantic relationship, her husband, Josh, comes to terms with the cost of his obsession with leading a fashion retail empire. Martin Sneider visits with Mark Alyn on this edidtion of Late Night Health.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

JScreen is a national non-profit public health initiative dedicated to preventing genetic diseases. Headquartered in Atlanta at Emory University School of Medicine, the JScreen initiative provides convenient at-home access to cutting-edge genetic testing technology, patient education and genetic counseling services. JScreen believes the combination of education, access to premier gene screening technologies and personalized, confidential support are the keys to preventing these devastating diseases. The goal is to get as many people tested for both genetic diseases and for genetic cancers. For genetic diseases it allows future parents to gain insights into their genetic reproductive risks, empowering them to plan ahead for the health of their future children.It is also provides an opportunity to explore their own hereditary cancer risks and proactive measures they can adopt to safeguard their own well-being. The goal is to educate people about how simple and easy genetic testing and affordable.  All you have to do is order a saliva test, return to Jscreen and your results are presented to you by telemedicine from a genetic counselor. JScreen stands as a beacon of hope, providing accessible and informative genetic testing and counseling via at-home saliva kits.JScreen’s ReproGEN test, tailored for individuals aged 18-45, screens for over 200 genetic diseases, including Tay-Sachs and cystic fibrosis. Empowering prospective parents with informed family planning information is the core of this comprehensive approach.   JScreen’s CancerGEN offers at-home testing for more than 60 cancer susceptibility genes associated with hereditary risks for breast, ovarian, prostate, colorectal, skin and many other cancers.  One of JScreen’s goals is to make testing affordable. ReproGEN currently costs $149 and CancerGEN is $199. JScreen also offers need-based financial assistance. www.jscreen.orgKaren Grinzaid, Exeutive Director, visits with Mark on this edition. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.