Health and Home with the Hippocratic Hosts
Juggling careers, kids, and health can be mayhem. Wondering how to keep all the balls in the air while still staying sane? Looking for information you can trust without getting overwhelmed? We're Dr. Lisa Varghese-Kroll and Dr. Lanre Falusi, two physicians, moms and longtime friends who break it all down for you so you can become empowered and stay connected. Join us for a biweekly chat about the latest in parenting, medical news, and doctor-mom life hacks ... and also chocolate. Probably a lot of talk about chocolate. To learn more about us and check out the show notes for each episode, visit https://hippocratichosts.com. And follow us on Instagram (@hippocratichosts), Twitter (@hippocratichost) and Facebook (Health and Home with the Hippocratic Hosts) for all the latest. And to become a Friend of the Hippocratic Hosts, check us out here! https://www.buzzsprout.com/982366/support
Episodes
75 episodes
#75: Are Superfoods Really That Super?
On this episode, our Season 6 finale, we’re giving you the lowdown on superfoods. What exactly makes a food … super? Should we believe everything we hear about this? How can you get more nutrient-packed foods overall into your day? And will Lan...
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Season 6
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Episode 75
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16:15
#74: How Can Caregivers Take Care of Themselves, Too?
On this episode, we’re talking about caregivers. It can be devastating when someone you love receives a challenging diagnosis. What are the most important things you can do to help them? And while doing so, how can you make sure your own tank d...
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Season 6
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Episode 74
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21:28
#73: Can You "Stay On Beat" and Use CPR to Save Someone's Life?
On this episode, Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah joins us to teach you how to save a life with CPR. How does CPR work? Do you have what it takes to help a stranger or a loved one whose heart suddenly stops beating? And what does all of this have to do w...
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Season 6
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Episode 73
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27:45
#72: Is It Our Imagination, or Are Lice Getting Harder to Treat?
On this episode, we’re tackling a health topic that might make you scratch your head: lice! Is it our imagination, or are lice getting harder to treat? We’ll get into the itchy details, bust some myths, and guide you through a panic-free way to...
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Season 6
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Episode 72
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15:55
#71: How Do We Teach Wellness to Children? with Dr. Mary Alvord
We’ve all heard that today’s youngsters are dealing with a lot of anxiety. So how do adults teach them to optimize their wellness? Are there techniques we can model and use to prepare kids and teens to handle whatever comes their way? Psycholog...
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Season 6
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Episode 71
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23:51
#70: Why Do Female Athletes Have More ACL Injuries Than Males?
On this episode, we’re asking: Why do female athletes have more ACL injuries than males? What is the biological explanation for this bizarre phenomenon? We’re giving you the inside scoop, including tips on how everyone can keep their hard-worki...
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Season 6
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Episode 70
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14:01
#69: When Can Food Be Medicine? with Dr. Sabrina Falquier
By now, you’ve probably heard everyone from doctors to social media influencers talking about “food as medicine.” But what does that really mean? Can eating a celery stick help you ditch some pills? What steps can you take to make sure that wha...
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Season 6
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Episode 69
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26:25
#68: Can You Outrun a Bad Diet? with Dr. Priyanka Venugopal
On this episode, we’re asking: Can you outrun a bad diet? If you want to get healthy but can’t quite say no to those Cheetos and Twix bars, can an intense exercise routine make up for it? We’re talking to physician and weight loss coach Dr. Pri...
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Season 6
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Episode 68
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23:57
#67: Can Friendships Make You Live Longer?
On this episode, we’re asking: Can friendships make you live longer? We all know having friends is important, but do they really affect your health? And how can we find more friends for our village, whether as a kid or an adult? Keep listening ...
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Season 6
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Episode 67
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17:44
#66: What Is "Ozempic Face"?
Welcome to Season 6! This season, we're tackling a specific question each episode and finding the answer. In our season premiere, we’re asking a burning question about popular weight loss drugs. What is "Ozempic face," and what other s...
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Season 6
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Episode 66
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11:33
#65: Style and Error: Common Parenting Styles and Finding the One that Works for You
On our Season 5 finale, we’re talking about parenting styles. What are the most common types, and how can you determine what your main style is? Are those social media posts on parenting based on science, or just passing fads? And how can paren...
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Season 5
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Episode 65
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21:28
#64: The World of Credit Card Points Travel with Dr. Devon Gimbel
On this episode, we’re getting an intro lesson on traveling with credit card points. Do you see friends taking amazing trips on points and wonder how on earth they’re doing it? Think the only way to do it is by racking up debt? Or are you inter...
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Season 5
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Episode 64
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47:06
#63: Mothers in Politics with California State Rep Dr. Akilah Weber
On this episode, we have the latest in our Mothers in Politics series! We’re talking with Dr. Akilah Weber, a physician, mom, and California state assemblymember. She shares how she pivoted from full-time clinical practice to running for office...
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Season 5
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Episode 63
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42:58
#62: Your Presents Is Requested: Our Holiday Gift Guide
On this episode, we’re bringing you our very first Hippocratic Hosts holiday gift guide! Ready to make your loved ones’ day when they tear off that wrapping paper? Want to know what life-changing, creative, or just plain fun items these doctor-...
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Season 5
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Episode 62
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24:31
#61: How the Test Was Won: Personality Tests and What They Mean For You
On this episode, we’re talking about personality tests. What exactly do they measure, how are they being used by individuals and in the workplace, and are they really backed up by science? We’ll dig into some of the most common tests, and you’l...
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Season 5
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Episode 61
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25:06
#60: An Intro to Lifestyle Medicine with Dr. Mahima Gulati, Part 2
On this episode, we have Part 2 of our two-parter exploring lifestyle medicine. How does health equity play into being able to put these principles into practice? How can we overcome barriers to resources? And does any of this really make a dif...
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Season 5
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Episode 60
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22:29
#59: An Intro to Lifestyle Medicine with Dr. Mahima Gulati, Part 1
On this episode, we have Part 1 of a two-parter exploring lifestyle medicine. What exactly is this up-and-coming field? What are its 6 main pillars? And how can it change all of our lives for the better? We’re talking to an expert today who sha...
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Season 5
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Episode 59
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30:24
#58: Behind the Scenes with WebMD's Chief Physician Editor of Health and Lifestyle Medicine Dr. Neha Pathak
On this episode, we’re getting an inside look at that perennial Internet favorite, WebMD. What’s it like being a Chief Physician Editor? How is an article crafted, from the first idea to publication? What are the best ways to fight disinformati...
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Season 5
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Episode 58
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34:57
#57: Screen Fight: Bullying and Cyberbullying
On this episode, we’re talking about a biggie: bullying and cyberbullying. What do these look like in the 21st century? How does bullying really affect children? What can parents do about it? And what does bullying look like for adults? Keep li...
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Season 5
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Episode 57
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22:34
#56: Bot's Up Doc?: AI and Healthcare
Welcome to season 5! Today we're taking you through one of the biggest game-changers around: artificial intelligence and health. What exactly is AI, how is it currently used in healthcare, what does the future hold, and what does all of this ha...
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Season 5
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Episode 56
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23:35
#55: Coaching and Social Entrepreneurship with Dr. Omolara Uwemedimo
On this episode, our season 4 finale, we’re talking about professional coaching and entrepreneurship. What do these entail? How is a coach different from a therapist or a mentor? And how can you figure out if coaching is just what you need? We’...
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Season 4
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Episode 55
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42:30
#54: Travel Away Keeps the Doctor at Bay: Tips for Fun and Mindful Travel
On this episode, we’re talking travel. After years of pandemic lockdowns and border closures, the world’s appetite for travel is bigger than ever. Are you itching to fit more travel into your life? Wondering how to make traveling with kids easi...
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Season 4
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Episode 54
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36:09
#53: The Long and Short of Long COVID with Dr. Alba Azola
On this episode, we’re talking to physiatrist expert Dr. Alba Azola about long COVID (or PASC). How common is it, what are the symptoms, and how can we treat it? She tells us all this and more to help you protect yourself and your loved ones.
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Season 4
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Episode 53
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43:41
#52: Infant and Toddler Worries We Had So You Don't Have To
On this episode. we're here to take some of the stress out of parenting infants and toddlers. Whether it's how much time you spend with your baby, or the speed of your child's development, or the dreaded potty training, we're sharing what we wo...
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Season 4
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Episode 52
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27:52
#51: Don't Burn Around: Recognizing and Dealing With Burnout
On this episode, we’re talking about burnout. Has the pandemic left you feeling like your work or life responsibilities are harder to manage than ever? Wondering what burnout really means? And need to know if you have it and where to turn for h...
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Season 4
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Episode 51
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20:02