For decades we’ve been yanked around over alcohol: one day it’s actually good for us, the next day it’s a killer. And recently there’ve been reports that even a little bit of booze is bad for you overall. We first looked into this back in 2019, and since then the research has evolved faster than a nanobrewery’s tap list. So today we’re diving back into the s ... 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
39m 57s
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
59m 4s
Mar 2022
Alcohol: Can it ever be healthy?
For many of us, it's a ritual to help us wind down after a long day, an excuse to catch up with friends, or a lubricant to an awkward social situation. Alcohol can be delicious, but our relationship with it is often complicated. Good times with friends aren’t without sacrifice, a ... Show More
42m 34s
Dec 2020
Drinking Alcohol: how bad is it?
<p>Vodka, Beer or Cider? Is one worse than others? With the holidays coming, being stuck at home and drinking can become a vice. So, according to physiology, how bad is it? Today we talk about why you get drunk, if small amounts can be healthy and why alcohol can feel “fun”. </p> ... Show More
54m 15s
Jan 2025
What's the Truth About Alcohol, Cancer, and Your Health?
Today's episode has been a long time coming. For years, more scientists and health influencers have claimed that even moderate drinking does serious damage to one's health. As someone who likes being healthy and also loves a glass of wine (or scotch), Derek really wanted to under ... Show More
39m 27s
Nov 2021
Ep 85 Alcohol: Beer for Thought
To say that alcohol is a part of human culture is a bit of an understatement. The relationship our species has with alcohol can be traced so far back that we see evidence of it in our DNA, in the way that humans, somewhat unique among mammals, gained the ability to more efficient ... Show More
1h 49m
Feb 2023
Alcohol: Does It CAUSE CANCER!?
<p>New research says alcohol can cause cancer in your mouth, stomach and throat, and it may be going the route of cigarettes!? CANADA SAYS YOU CAN ONLY HAVE TWO DRINKS PER WEEK, WHY IS THIS HAPPENING TO US!?</p><br><p>What did we learn this week?:</p><p>06:16 - Dimples, why are t ... Show More
49m 22s
Feb 2025
Could Your Life Be Better Without Alcohol?
<p>Alcohol is deeply ingrained in many cultures, often seen as a way to celebrate, socialise, or unwind. But what happens when we take a step back and question our relationship with it?</p><br><p>In this episode, Jake and Damian explore the challenges and benefits of going alcoho ... Show More
13m 55s