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  • This episode of our podcast focuses on breast cancer awareness.
    Our special guest in the SiriusXM studio in New York City is Jackie DeAngelis with the Fox Business Network.

    Jackie is the co-host of the Big Money Show which airs Monday through Friday at 1 PM EST on the FOX Business Network. Jackie has been a guest on our program before and has shared her health journey with breast cancer. 


    Her breast cancer was first identified at the time of her first mammogram which was done when she was 40. Much to her astonishment, the mammogram was abnormal, consistent with breast cancer, and she outlines her diagnosis and surgical course over the past few years.


    The big take-home message is to get screened appropriately, understand your family and personal risk factors for breast cancer, and strive to maintain a healthy lifestyle that will reduce your risk of not only breast cancer, but other chronic disease. You can keep in touch with Jackie DeAngelis on by going to X (formerly Twitter) @JackieDeAngelis.


    #breascancer #talkradio #breastcancerawareness #foxbusiness #bigmoneyshow #chronicdisease #mammogram


    Podcast Segments

    Intro: 00:00 – 00:48

    Dr. Galati and the TMC: 00:48-02:40

    Dr. Galati and Relationship with Fox News and Fox Business: 02:28-08:50

    Breast Cancer in Mom: 08:50-13:03

    SiriusXM Program with Jackie DeAngelis: 13:03-1:06:15


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  • In this episode, we introduce you to Michael Varieur. He is a father of three young children and takes cooking for his family quite seriously. Mike is a tinkerer in the kitchen, experimenting with new techniques always trying to figure out a new and better way to prepare food. 


    While he admits that he is not perfect in the meals he prepares, meaning that some of them are not the most nutritious, he is Willing to experiment and strive to make a better meal from scratch. 


    I highlight my Mike because from my vantage point in the clinic, listening to patients with chronic disease all day long, the vast majority of them do not feel very comfortable cooking and experimenting in the kitchen. There is a certain level of dependency on processed foods, drive through, and lackluster meals made at home. There isn't much excitement these days in the kitchen or around the kitchen table. 


    This situation needs to change if we are going to rescue the health and wellness of our children and combat the chronic disease that millions upon millions of Americans face.


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  • This is Part 2 of our discussion on the nutrition of the bagel.
    While we may be spending far too much time on the topic (how much can you really talk about the bagel?), I do think it is worthwhile to drive home the point that the "Better Bagel" on its own will not improve your health.
    From a consumer standpoint, you are led to believe that a product such as this, allegedly, lower in carbohydrates, high in fiber, and lower in calorie, is the proverbial "cure all" to your ills.
    As we stayed in the discussion, New York City, the quintessential capital of the bagel, is one of the thinnest cities in America. How could this be if their per capita intake of bagels leads the nation? It is not the bagel that is making America obese. It is a lifestyle of inactivity, consumption of processed foods, and a general disregard for one's own health and wellness. And so while there is nothing inherently toxic about this Better Bagel product that we're discussing, we all need to think long and hard about our own fate, and what lifestyle choices we need to make.

    #bagelnutrition

    #betterbagel

    #talkradio

    #obesity


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  • Part 1 of Bagel Nutrition.


    Dr. Galati discusses the pros and cons of a frozen bagel product. Is it really better for you compared to an off the shelf NYC bagel? Not sure. Listen and find out.


    Next week we'll hear from a Registered Dietitian and fill in some of the blanks.


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  • Dr. Joe Galati last week was on the radio with Frank Morano on THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT. The show airs every evening between 1:00-5:00 a.m. EST on 77-WABC out of New York. Dr. Galati was discussing new data from the CDC on increased deaths from alcohol over the past few years.A new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealing a significant increase in alcohol-related deaths in the United States, with nearly 500 Americans dying each day in 2021. The spike began during the Covid pandemic and continued to rise after lockdowns in 2020. The study highlights a higher death rate among men but a quicker increase among women. Factors contributing to the surge include pandemic stress and increased availability of alcohol through home-delivery services. Binge drinking is also on the rise, particularly among middle-aged adults. Policy suggestions to address this issue include increasing alcohol prices through taxes, limiting sales, and promoting counseling. Additionally, new research is linking alcohol use even in moderation to harmful effects on health, debunking previous beliefs about the health benefits of alcohol, including red wine.Links to alcohol related sites:

    Frank Morano Podcast


    Increase Deaths from Alcohol


    Excess Alcohol Use


    Binge Drinking


    Alcohol Related Death Impact


    Drinking Guidelines


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  • March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month.


    This week, Dr. Dang Nguyen joins Dr. Galati discussing the strategies to screen for colon cancer.


    Colon Cancer knowledge facts:

    Colon CA Stats 2024:

    106,000 new colon CA cases

    46,000 new rectal CA cases

    53,000 deaths (8.6% all CA deaths)

    **Younger people increasing CRC by 1-2%/year

    Lifetime risk: 1/23 men; 1/25 female


    Colon Cancer ranks as the #2 cancer death case, behind lung CA (breast is #4)


    Risk Factors:

    Overweight/obese

    T2DM

    Diet (red meat/pork/processed meats/grilling/frying/low fiber)

    Smoking

    Alcohol use

    Race (American Indian/Alaska/European Jews)

    Personal hx of polyps

    Inflammatory bowel disease

    Radiation to the abdomen

    Family history colon cancer or polyps

    Inherited genetic syndrome


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  • Over the past several weeks, we have been highlighting the connection between fatty liver and heart disease.
    This is a topic that we feel is not receiving enough discussion. The majority of individuals with fatty liver suffer from a constellation of disorders which is called metabolic syndrome. Within metabolic syndrome, patients have truncal obesity, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and high cholesterol or triglycerides. This particular risk profile put you at high risk for the development of fatty liver but also for serious heart disease.Patients with fatty liver have a far more aggressive form of heart disease, with the increased risk of fatal complications in the event of a heart attack. In many cases, both the patient and primary care physicians underestimate the cardiovascular risk associated with fatty liver disease and unfortunately ignore these risk factors.
    This past week’s episode of Your Health First highlighted this discussion. We had Dr. Mazen Noureddin, an expert in fatty liver and fatty liver research, as well as Dr. Randeep Suneja, and acclaimed cardiologist here in Houston. Together they outlined the nature of the public health risk, and steps to take to combat it.Where to find Dr. Joe Galati and his team:

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  • Dr. Sudha Kodali  was recently a guest on Your Health First with Dr. Joe Galati. Dr. Kodali is a hepatologist at Houston Methodist Hospital and is a favorite contributor to the program.


    With Dr. Kodali, we discussed the benefits of home cooking, and strategies to accomplish this while trying to manage busy work and family schedules. Considering the increasing rates in childhood obesity, as well as the continued concern for obesity in adults, cooking at home and controlling the ingredients, is a most important first Step to regaining control.


    The major concern with childhood and adult obesity relates to the development of chronic disease including fatty liver, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, elevated cholesterol, kidney disease, cancer, and premature death.


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  • Dr. Joe Galati this week on Your Health First shares a few ideas on longevity.


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  • This week we share with you the Mediterranean diet. Dr. Joe Galati is joined by Lauren Mahesri, Registered Dietitian at Liver Specialists of Texas. She will share with everybody the elements of a Mediterranean diet which include fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, nuts, legumes, citrus, good fats, fish, and of course extra virgin olive oil. Data from around the world indicates that those that follow a Mediterranean diet have the least amount of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, cancer, and chronic disease.
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  • This week on the radio, doctor Galati talked about Wellness strategies for the upcoming year in 2024. The key take away is that everybody has a good understanding of various health metrics including your weight and body mass index, blood pressure, cholesterol levels, liver chemistries, and blood glucose.


    Good health never happens by accident. Wellness is something that is the result of paying attention to your own health details, and commitment to a healthy lifestyle.


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  • Dr. Stephanie Coulter from Texas Heart Institute joined Dr. Joe Galati this week on the radio discussing heart health in women. Dr. Coulter is the Director of the Women’s Center for Heart & Vascular Health, the Director of Cardiology Education, and the Program Director of the THI Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship.

    Links of Interest:

    Heart Health from Texas Heart Institute


    BMI Calculator


    Keeping Your Heart Healthy Video

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  • #coronarycalciumscoreA Listener Calls In

    This past week on Your Health First, Paul, a listener from New Jersey, called into the broadcast, and shared his recent experience with the results of his coronary calcium score. The tests results showed a very high calcium score, putting Paul at risk for a cardiac event-such as a heart attack. Joining us on the program was Dr. James Wilson, a cardiologist in the Texas Medical Center, in Houston.


    Dr. Wilson explained the various risk factors for cardiovascular disease, as well as possible symptoms to be aware of. Next steps for Paul we discussed.

    Suggested Links

    American Heart Fact Page


    Texas Heart Institute: Do I Need a Calcium Score


    CDC: Heart Disease and Stroke

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  • This week on the radio, Dr. Galati invited his sister Celeste to comment on our health and wellness as we age, paying attention to our parents. In a sense, our parent are a window into our future. What diseased did they suffer from? What can we/you do now to intervene early and lower your risks. A lively discussion between brother and sister and they sort out a strategy for themselves.

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  • Natalie Amante, Physician Assistant, joined Dr. Galati this past weekend discussing fatty liver disease. Natalie is a PA-C at Liver Specialists of Texas, located in Houston, Texas.


    Fatty Liver, also called Metabolic Associated Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD) is a leading cause of chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, and liver cancer.


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  • Dr. Joseph Rogers, CEO and President of Texas Heart Institute, joined Dr. Galati recently on his weekly radio program, sharing his thoughts on heart disease.
    Dr. Rogers spoke about risk factors for heart, disease, and lifestyle changes that can be made to reduce the progression of heart disease, as well as its associated mortality.

    Information on Dr. Rogers is available here, along with information about the Texas Heart Institute.


    Information from the American Heart Association

    Healthy Eating

    Heart Attack and Stroke Symptoms

    Your Cholesterol


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  • This week we dedicate our program to the "Cost of Wellness". Jackie DeAngelis from Fox Business Network and John Grover from Grover Planning and Investing at Raymond James join the discussion.


    Without your health, you are jeopardizing your financial prosperity. Higher medical costs, reduced income and job advancement, earlier retirement, disability, and an overall decline in your financial outlook develop with chronic illness.


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  • This week on the radio, we discuss a study looking at prostate cancer progression and a plant based diet. No surprise, the plan based diet slowed down the cancer growth. We fully endorse a plant based diet for overall health and wellness.


    Check out our latest webinar series replay where we discussed nutrition, FODMAP diet and intestinal gas, and the intestinal microbiome.


    The American Heart Association posted an excellent page on the 8 Essentials of Health. Simple and straight forward, following these guidelines will result in better health.


    #iheartradio

    #talkradio

    #prostatecancer

    #nutrition

    #plantbased

    #webinar


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  • #Fentanyl accounts for 67% of overdose deaths in the past year, with over 100,000 people in the United states dying of drug overdose or drug poisoning.
    The fentanyl crisis is truly the number one public health crisis that America faces. Many of these deaths are related to fentanyl being mixed in with other illegal drugs like heroin, methamphetamine, cocaine, and marijuana. It's being found that many users are completely unaware that they are actually being exposed to fentanyl. Small amounts of fentanyl can be toxic causing death.
    George Joseph, founder and CEO of Positive Recovery Centers based in Houston TX, joins us today on the radio. George shares his lifetime of experience in addiction and recovery, and gives his advice on this very serious and complex problem.
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    #drugoverdose

    #addiction

    #talkradio

    #siriusxm

    #podcast


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  • Personal Chef Chris Spinosa, who is on Season 2 of Fox's Next Level Chef, joins Dr. Joe Galati on the radio.
    They discussed food, cooking, and how not to overthink the fear of cooking. Chris shares his Chef journey, and the joy he gets from preparing food for his clients in West Palm Beach, Florida.Chris Spinosa and the Next Level Chef contestants will air on Fox following Super Bowl Sunday, February 12th. Follow Chris on TicTok and Instagram to keep up to date on his latest posts.
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    #personalchef

    #nextlevelchef

    #homecooking

    #nutrition


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