Tons of us are spending waaaayyy more time using screens these days — and it’s freaking us out. We’ve got all kinds of worries. Like, is all this screen time rotting kids’ brains? Is social media destroying our mental health? And then there’s our eyes. Our eyes!! Are all these screens ruining them too?! To find out, we speak to psychologist Dr. Brenna Hassin ... Show More
Oct 22
Testosterone: Do We All Need a Boost?
We’re hearing a ton about the marvels of testosterone from influencers, celebrities, and even government officials. They say we should be thinking about our T levels, topping them off with extra if they’re too low. And we’re told that the benefits of testosterone are HUGE: that w ... Show More
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Oct 15
Fiber Maxxing and Poo Maxxing, with Dr. Trisha Pasricha
Have you been puzzled by your poos or felt down about your dumps?? You’re not alone! So many of us are struggling with gut issues, which is why fiber is having a major moment. But even though we’re secretly guzzling psyllium husk, tons of us are too embarrassed to talk about our ... Show More
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Nov 2023
How screens are changing our eyes
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is on the rise in children as a result of reduced time outside and screen usage. TED Radio Hour host Manoush Zomorodi talks to Maria Liu, an optometrist, about how to slow down this progression and how adults can protect their eyes, too. See pcm.adswiz ... Show More
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Apr 2020
How Our Screen Habits Impact Our Stress Levels
The pandemic has us all glued to our screens. Smartphones, tablets, laptops, and TVs provide vital information, social connection, and distractions—but excessive or unstructured screen use can increase anxiety, reduce focus, and worsen stress. Catherine Price, founder of Screen/L ... Show More
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Apr 2019
Should You Worry About Screen Time and Your Kids?
Susan Linn, author, psychologist, and award-winning ventriloquist, sits down with Dr. Oz to discuss the effects of media on your child’s brain. From screen time to marketing, Linn breaks down everything you need to know about raising children in a multi-screen culture - and how t ... Show More
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