What the Study Says is a podcast that breaks down complex medical studies into clear, practical insights. We explain the science behind the headlines, cut through the jargon, and help you understand what the research really means for your health and everyday decisions. Whether you're health-curious or research-skeptical, this show makes evidence-based medicine easy (and even fun) to follow. It's the health podcast everyone should be listening to.
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Night terrors (sleep terrors) are often confused with nightmares, but they are a completely different—and far more intense—type of sleep disturbance. Unlike a bad dream that occurs during REM sleep a…
Think a coin toss gives you a fair 50/50 outcome? Think again.
This 2024 Ig Nobel Prize winner in Probability reveals a subtle but real bias: coins tend to land on the same side they started—and it'…
Can a natural remedy like apple cider vinegar (ACV) really support both your waistline and your brain? This video takes a deep dive into the growing scientific interest in how apple cider vinegar may…
Dealing with chronic cough that lasts for weeks with no clear cause? This video unpacks the latest 2025 update from the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM)—one of the world’s most authoritative me…
Worried that your daily whey protein shake might be hurting your kidneys? You’re not alone. In this video, we explore the science behind whey protein side effects and whether it can cause kidney dama…
Are artificial sweeteners like aspartame really linked to cancer? In this video, we dive deep into the scientific evidence surrounding aspartame and its potential carcinogenic effects. We examine fin…
A groundbreaking Lancet 2025 study reveals how endurance exercise may be one of the most powerful tools we have to protect the aging brain. It’s not just about staying fit — researchers found that im…
Discover the latest health update from Grey's Anatomy and Euphoria actor Eric Dane as he candidly shares his ongoing battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's diseas…
The 2024 Ig Nobel Prize in Botany went to one of the wildest plant studies ever: a Chilean vine called Boquila trifoliolata that can copy the shape and look of nearby leaves — even if those leaves ar…
Losing hair can be frustrating, but exciting advancements are happening in hair regrowth research. Discover how science is exploring various effective hair loss treatments, from commonly known option…
Discover how the evidence-backed Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet can naturally lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure, improve vascular health, aid weight loss, and support g…
NFL legend Jason Kelce, former center for the Philadelphia Eagles, has opened up about his fears of having Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)—a devastating brain disease linked to repeated head t…
Imagine a secret weapon from World War II unlike any other: missiles guided by live pigeons! This wasn't science fiction, but a real project led by psychologist B.F. Skinner. Under Project Pigeon, bi…
Music legend Billy Joel has been diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) — a rare brain condition that can cause memory loss, difficulty walking, balance problems, and even symptoms resemb…
Did your hair swirl the way it does because of where you were born? This fascinating discovery won the 2024 Ig Nobel Prize for Anatomy. The winning study — “Genetic Determinism and Hemispheric Influe…
Quitting smoking is one of the most impactful decisions you can make for your health, significantly lowering your risk of serious diseases and improving your overall well-being. While it can be chall…
Do you ever feel like the world is spinning or you're suddenly unsteady? Dizziness and vertigo are very common and can be unsettling. One of the most frequent culprits is benign paroxysmal positional…
The 2024 Ig Nobel Prize in Medicine was awarded to a study exploring a surprising idea: can side effects actually make treatments work better?
In this randomized trial, healthy volunteers were told …
Male sexual dysfunction isn’t just about performance—it’s about health, confidence, and quality of life. From erectile dysfunction (ED) to premature and delayed ejaculation, millions of men silently …
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition marked by significant, sometimes extreme, shifts in mood, energy, and activity. Imagine periods where your energy is soaring, you feel incredibly elated …