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Terry Graedon - October 16, 2025

Show 1449: The Biology of Weight: Insights from GLP-1 Drugs and Hunter-Gatherers

When we consider the biology of weight, we need to look at what we are eating at least as much as at physical activity.

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Joe Graedon - October 16, 2025

Measles Outbreaks Are Growing Again — And Spreading Fast!

This week we hit 1,596 measles. It's the worst worst outbreak in 3 decades. Why have measles outbreaks spread so fast to over 40 States?

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Joe Graedon - October 15, 2025

Japan Has a Flu Epidemic! Are You Ready for a BAD Flu Season?

An early and severe flu epidemic in Japan is closing schools and straining hospitals. It may foreshadow what’s ahead for the U.S. Flu Shots?

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Terry Graedon - October 15, 2025

Using Multiple Tactics to Achieve Weight Loss

A study found that reduced-carbohydrate and high-carbohydrate diet are both tactics to achieve weight loss, if calories are low.

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Joe Graedon - October 15, 2025

Show 1181: How to Keep Your Hair from Falling Out

Hair loss can be extremely distressing. There are a number of treatments that can help you keep your hair from falling out. Oral Minoxidil?

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Terry Graedon - October 15, 2025

Does More Screen Time Pose Hazards for Kids?

We can't avoid screen time, but kids who rely more heavily on their phones or tablets may have social difficulties and trouble sleeping.

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Terry Graedon - October 15, 2025

How Common Are Antibiotic-Resistant “Nightmare Bacteria”?

Public health experts in the US and around the world are concerned about nightmare bacteria that have developed resistance to antibiotics.

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Joe Graedon - October 13, 2025

TRAMADOL Is a Pain Reliever that Brings Relief or Regret!

Many readers say Tramadol is a pain reliever that really works. Others tell us it is nearly impossible to stop. Are both scenarios true?

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Joe Graedon - October 13, 2025

Fresh Onion Juice for Kitchen Burns

First aid for a kitchen burn is cool running water. After that, many people find fresh onion juice on the area can ease the pain.

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Joe Graedon - October 13, 2025

Astepro — An Allergy Spray That May Ward Off Viruses Like Flu or COVID

The OTC nasal spray Astepro may do more than ease your sneeze. It might protect against colds, flu and even COVID. Improving the taste!