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Terry Graedon - September 28, 2026

Drinking Coffee with Synthroid Undermines a Morning Dose

Drinking coffee with Synthroid leads to lower absorption of this thyroid hormone. Fiber and cow's milk also interfere. What's for breakfast?

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Joe Graedon - September 28, 2026

What Happens to Consciousness When We “Die?”

Could near-death experiences and terminal lucidity reveal surprising clues about consciousness and the dying brain? Do not miss the podcast!

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Joe Graedon - September 28, 2026

Potty Mouth Mischief: Did Stop-Smoking Chantix Make Mouth Go Rogue?

Stop-smoking Chantix can curb cravings and help people stop smoking. Some users of varenicline report changes in behavior and personality.

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Terry Graedon - September 28, 2026

Can You Manage Your Blood Sugar Naturally?

If you have type 2 diabetes, paying attention to exercise, diet and supplements like berberine could help you manage your blood sugar.

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Joe Graedon - September 28, 2026

Long COVID Is Common and Scary! Are There Treatments?

Millions are still suffering from long COVID. A new study (LoCITT-T) with tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) is underway from Scripps Research!

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Terry Graedon - September 28, 2026

Olive Oil Combats Vaginal Dryness

Doctors often treat vaginal dryness after menopause with hormone replacement therapy. But some cancer survivors must avoid it. What then?

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Terry Graedon - September 27, 2026

Stock Your First Aid Kit from the Kitchen

You may be surprised how well you can handle emergencies if you stock your first aid kit from the kitchen. Take it with you!

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Terry Graedon - September 24, 2026

Show 1488: What Can Near-Death Experiences Teach Us About Consciousness?

Some experiences of people near death are difficult to explain. Could they teach us about consciousness in ways experiments can't?

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Joe Graedon - September 24, 2026

Prescription Panic: Will Canadian Drug Imports Stop on October 22?

New rules threaten Canadian drug imports, leaving patients worried about losing access to affordable lifesaving medicines.

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Joe Graedon - September 24, 2026

Empowering or Risky? Testosterone Therapy in Women and Men

The FDA has long disapproved of testosterone therapy in women and men. Will it change its approach? What are the pros and cons of TRT or ERT?