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Zorba Paster On Your Health - Podcast

Zorba Paster On Your Health

 Wisconsin Public Radio ([email protected])

Wisconsin and the World.

Medicine Health Science & Medicine
Update frequency
every 6 days
Episodes
20
Years Active
2025
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Kids benefit more when parents step back, Laughter may be as effective as drops for dry eyes, Roasted Zucchini and Squash

Kids benefit more when parents step back, Laughter may be as effective as drops for dry eyes, Roasted Zucchini and Squash

This week Zorba and Karl look at a study about how kids benefit more when parents step back and let them take the lead, and they talk discuss how laughter may be the best medicine for dry eyes. Plus,…
Wed 03 Sep 2025
Significant surge in sugary drink intake by children and adolescents, Generation X and Millennials have higher risk of developing 17 cancers compared to older generations, Braised Chickpeas with Zucchini and Pesto

Significant surge in sugary drink intake by children and adolescents, Generation X and Millennials have higher risk of developing 17 cancers compared to older generations, Braised Chickpeas with Zucchini and Pesto

This week Zorba and Karl discuss a surge in sugary drink intake by children and adolescents over the last several decades, and they look at new research showing Generation X and Millennials have high…
Thu 28 Aug 2025
Food assistance benefits tied to slower cognitive decline, CDC panel casts doubt on Hepatitis B vaccine, Lemon Pasta

Food assistance benefits tied to slower cognitive decline, CDC panel casts doubt on Hepatitis B vaccine, Lemon Pasta

This week Zorba and Karl discuss research showing food assistance benefits are tied to slower cognitive decline in older adults, and they examine why a newly formed CDC panel is casting doubt on the …
Wed 20 Aug 2025
Are cold showers good for you?, Antipsychotics for dementia linked to more harms than previously acknowledged, Greek Orzo Salad

Are cold showers good for you?, Antipsychotics for dementia linked to more harms than previously acknowledged, Greek Orzo Salad

This week Zorba and Karl look at the health benefits of cold showers, and they discuss new research focusing on the potential harms of antipsychotic medicines. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for…
Thu 14 Aug 2025
Humans age dramatically at two key points in their life, How much water you should drink each day?, Snap Pea Salad with Green Beans and Quinoa

Humans age dramatically at two key points in their life, How much water you should drink each day?, Snap Pea Salad with Green Beans and Quinoa

This week Zorba and Karl discuss new research that shows we age dramatically at two key times in our lives, and they talk about how much water we need to drink each day. Plus, they share a healthy re…
Wed 06 Aug 2025
Taking a daily multivitamin does not help you live longer, Substantial rise in adults and young adults vaping, Watermelon Pizza

Taking a daily multivitamin does not help you live longer, Substantial rise in adults and young adults vaping, Watermelon Pizza

This week Zorba and Karl look at new research that shows daily multivitamin use does not help you live longer, and they discuss why there is a sharp rise in vaping among adults and young adults. Plus…
Fri 01 Aug 2025
Cannabis use dramatically increases risk of dying from heart attacks and stroke, Over half of doctors would consider assisted dying if they had advanced cancer or Alzheimer’s, Pinto Bean Chili

Cannabis use dramatically increases risk of dying from heart attacks and stroke, Over half of doctors would consider assisted dying if they had advanced cancer or Alzheimer’s, Pinto Bean Chili

This week Zorba and Karl discuss how cannabis use can dramatically increase heart attack and stroke risk, and they talk about why half of doctors would consider assisted dying if they had advanced ca…
Wed 23 Jul 2025
The many health benefits of laughter, Daily sugar intake fell after UK sugar tax imposition, Strawberry Balsamic Caprese Salad

The many health benefits of laughter, Daily sugar intake fell after UK sugar tax imposition, Strawberry Balsamic Caprese Salad

This week Zorba and Karl talk about how laughter truly might be the best medicine, and they discuss why a sugar tax in the UK led to a drop in sugar consumption. Plus, they share a delicious recipe f…
Thu 17 Jul 2025
Is it time to say goodbye to the BMI? Statins cost effective and linked to better health outcomes in older people, Brie Spaghetti with Tomatoes and Basil

Is it time to say goodbye to the BMI? Statins cost effective and linked to better health outcomes in older people, Brie Spaghetti with Tomatoes and Basil

This week Zorba and Karl discuss a new replacement proposed for BMI, and they talk about the effectiveness of statins for older people. Plus, they share a healthy recipe for Brie spaghetti with tomat…
Wed 09 Jul 2025
Common low-calorie sweetener linked to heart attack and stroke, Facial thermal imaging and AI accurately predict presence of coronary artery disease, Couscous with Chickpeas and Roasted Vegetables

Common low-calorie sweetener linked to heart attack and stroke, Facial thermal imaging and AI accurately predict presence of coronary artery disease, Couscous with Chickpeas and Roasted Vegetables

This week Zorba and Karl discuss how a common low-calorie sweetener linked to heart attack and stroke, and they look at how facial thermal imaging and AI can accurately predict […]
Wed 02 Jul 2025
Medicinal cannabis can relieve cancer pain and curb opioid use, How artificial intelligence may change medicine, Cobb salad wraps

Medicinal cannabis can relieve cancer pain and curb opioid use, How artificial intelligence may change medicine, Cobb salad wraps

This week the hosts look at research that shows medicinal cannabis can safely relieve cancer pain and curb total meds and opioid use, and they discuss how artificial intelligence may change medicine.…
Wed 25 Jun 2025
Study finds Ozempic cuts risk of chronic kidney disease complications, Epidurals linked to reduction in serious complications after childbirth, Moroccan Fava Bean Soup

Study finds Ozempic cuts risk of chronic kidney disease complications, Epidurals linked to reduction in serious complications after childbirth, Moroccan Fava Bean Soup

This week Zorba and Karl look at new research that shows Ozempic cuts the risk of chronic kidney disease complications, and they discuss new research that supports epidurals are linked […]
Fri 20 Jun 2025
Kids’ breakfast cereals have been getting more unhealthy, New blood test checks for Alzheimer’s, Pan-Seared Steak with Garlic Butter

Kids’ breakfast cereals have been getting more unhealthy, New blood test checks for Alzheimer’s, Pan-Seared Steak with Garlic Butter

This week Zorba and Karl discuss how kids' breakfast cereals are getting less healthy, and they talk about the new blood test that reportedly checks for Alzheimer's risk. Plus, they share a delicious…
Wed 11 Jun 2025
Ditching the smartphone for a “dumb” phone, New study supports psilocybin’s potential as an antidepressant, One Pot Tomato Basil Pasta

Ditching the smartphone for a “dumb” phone, New study supports psilocybin’s potential as an antidepressant, One Pot Tomato Basil Pasta

This week Zorba and Karl discuss why some people are ditching their smart phones in favor of "dumb" phones, and they look a new research that supports psilocybin's potential use as an antidepressant.…
Wed 04 Jun 2025
Sports participation may ward off childhood mental ill health, Long working hours may alter brain structure, Alaskan Chowder

Sports participation may ward off childhood mental ill health, Long working hours may alter brain structure, Alaskan Chowder

This week Zorba and Karl look at a study showing physical activity and organized sports participation may ward off childhood mental ill health, and they look at research that found working long hours…
Thu 29 May 2025
Likelihood of kids smoking and vaping linked to social media use, Zorba talks E-bikes, Pulled Pork Sliders

Likelihood of kids smoking and vaping linked to social media use, Zorba talks E-bikes, Pulled Pork Sliders

This week Zorba and Karl discuss how social media use is linked to kids and young people vaping and smoking, and Dr. Zorba talks about E-bikes and how they are changing the way we bike. Plus, they sh…
Thu 22 May 2025
Ultraprocessed food may increase your chance of an early death, Brisk walking pace may lower risk of heart rhythm abnormalities, Spring Salad with Goat Cheese

Ultraprocessed food may increase your chance of an early death, Brisk walking pace may lower risk of heart rhythm abnormalities, Spring Salad with Goat Cheese

This week Zorba and Karl look at a study showing ultraprocessed foods will increase your chance of an early death, and they look at research that found brisk walking pace plus time spent at this spee…
Thu 15 May 2025
CT scans may be more harmful than previously thought, Intermittent fasting may be better than calorie counting, Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl

CT scans may be more harmful than previously thought, Intermittent fasting may be better than calorie counting, Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl

This week Zorba and Karl look at a study showing CT scans may be more harmful than previously thought, and they look at research that found intermittent fasting was better than calorie counting for …
Thu 08 May 2025
New nutrition guidelines call for less salt and sugar in school meals, Simple isometric exercises can lower blood pressure, Crispy Mushroom Risotto

New nutrition guidelines call for less salt and sugar in school meals, Simple isometric exercises can lower blood pressure, Crispy Mushroom Risotto

This week Zorba and Karl discuss the new nutrition guidelines that put less sugar and salt in school meals, and they look at a simple exercise that can reduce your blood pressure. Plus, they share a …
Thu 01 May 2025
Only 1 in 10 common treatments for back pain effective, Socks can really improve your sleep, Smoked Salmon with Scrambled Eggs

Only 1 in 10 common treatments for back pain effective, Socks can really improve your sleep, Smoked Salmon with Scrambled Eggs

This week Zorba and Karl discuss why only 1 in 10 common non-surgical and non-invasive treatments for back pain are effective, and they look at why experts are saying socks can improve your sleep. Pl…

Wed 23 Apr 2025
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