Body Chat Podcast

One of the most bizarre situations having to do with the body and health has to do with what are known as autoimmune conditions.  What would cause your body to attack itself?  What can you do when this happens to you?   Today, Dr. Nedd will discuss: The most likely causes of autoimmune conditions. The most...

One thing that can make you feel cruddy, sluggish and overall yucky is a build-up of toxins in your body.  Where are they coming from?  Places you probably never would have suspected.  How can you get rid of them or avoid them?  That’s what we’re going to talk about today.   Today, Dr. Nedd will discuss:...

As the weather gets hotter it’s harder to stay outdoors as long. Why does the humidity make it more uncomfortable? And what symptoms should you be alert to when you spend more time outdoors?  There is a risk for heat exhaustion and heat stroke in the summer months and if you aren’t aware of what...

We’re now moving from Spring into Summer and the beaches are calling your name.  Chances are you will be out in the sun more and that’s a good thing.  You do need some sun regularly for your health.  But you probably don’t really want to suffer the discomfort from a sunburn.  And you shouldn’t have...

Headaches come in many varieties and intensities.  You’ve probably either heard of or experienced one or more before.  But there are some you’ve probably never heard of (like the thunderclap headache).  What causes them and what can you do about them?   Today, Dr. Nedd will discuss: The different types of headaches and what causes them....

Pain:  Draining, distracting, tiring.  Opioid epidemic.  Pain pills. That sensation causes all sorts of problems so why does it even exist?  What is pain and what can be done about it?   Today, Dr. Nedd will discuss: What pain is and what are the different types. Why does pain exist?  Why is vital in protecting your...

You’ve probably heard about how healthy fish oil is or that you should get more omega fatty acids.  But what are those?  Why should you get more of them?  What effects do they have on your health?  What do deficiencies of them cause?   Today, Dr. Nedd will discuss: What are the different types of omega...

Waiting until you lose your sight before paying attention to eye health is just foolish.  Going for regular eye exams are part of taking care of your vision but isn’t quite enough.  First, you should get a better understanding of what types of problems can occur with your eyes and then how to take care...

Shoulder conditions seem like they should heal quickly since they don’t support your weight.  But they can be some of the most difficult conditions to resolve.  Why?   Today, Dr. Nedd will answer that question and also discuss: What ‘frozen shoulder’ is. The various medical and alternative treatments for shoulder conditions. The most effective treatments and...

Lasers have been used in medical procedures all the way back to the 1960s.  But what you’ve heard about is a ‘hot’ laser that can cut through skin, remove tissue, etc.  In the last 25 years there has been developments with low-level, or ‘cold’, laser that most people don’t know about and which are getting...

Regular and diet soft drinks are everywhere and the amount consumed, especially by children, is beyond ridiculous.  With every increasing rates of obesity, diabetes and other chronic poor-health conditions it’s important that we know more about what we consume.  So it’s time to present the truth about both regular and diet soft drinks to give...

You may think you know what inflammation is, but did you know that many health conditions are caused by inflammation in the body?  Or that 3 of the top causes of death are linked to inflammation?  And that there is a link between inflammation and depression?.  Today, Dr. Nedd will cover: Why inflammation is a...

Sounds like a good idea, right?  Sweeten your coffee or your soft drink with something that had no calories!  Not so fast…    Artificial sweeteners have been associated with cancer and other serious health conditions but very few people are aware of what they do or why they can cause so much health havoc.  Today,...

The flu is like an unwelcome guest that knocks on your door when you just don’t have the time and then stays around long past the point when it should have gone away.  This year’s flu seemed to be even more annoying than in other years.  But is there much you can do about it…isn’t...

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome usually becomes noticeable after a long period of strain on the wrist, often from typing on a keyboard many hours a day.  It is one of the most prominent productivity-killers in the workplace and is an aggravating condition to have to cope with.  Today, Dr. Nedd will cover: What the carpal tunnel...

Acupuncture has been around for thousands of years and has seen many, many, many successes.  A newer method of treating pain and musculoskeletal conditions called dry needling looks like it is a version of acupuncture.  But actually the two are quite different.  Each has its own place and can be very helpful but it can...

Sugar is harmless, right?  If it wasn’t, why would we be giving candy to babies?  Find out the real story behind the dark past of sugar and the facts about the various forms of sugars.  Which ones have some value and which ones are worse for your body than eating nothing.  No one’s saying that...

Chiropractic is a very effective method of treating a variety of conditions, especially spinal problems and symptoms that come from them such as back pain and headaches.  But some people either are afraid of getting a Chiropractic adjustment or are in a category where they should have much force at all used on their spine. ...

Cholesterol is the villain.  The Darth Vader in your bloodstream.  The Lord Voldemort in your ice cream.  The Agent Smith in your egg yolks.  Or is it?  All may not be as it seems so be prepared to have your eyes opened when you find out that what ‘everybody knows’ about cholesterol may not be...

With the increasing number of hours each day that we sit at a desk looking a computer screen or looking at and fidgeting with a smartphone or tablet, we put ourselves at risk of developing computer slouch and text neck.  The effects either one can have on  your health is much more significant than you...