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Abrams
The Multi-orgasmic Couple: The Art of Taoist Sexuality
KPFA broadcast date October 24, 2000
Doug Abrams and his wife Rachel Carlton Abrams MD discuss their new book - Two hour pledge special Resources: The Multi-orgasmic Couple: The Art of Taoist Sexuality by Doug Abrams and Rachel Carlton Abrams
Multi-orgasmic Man
KPFA broadcast date March 21, 2000
Douglas Abrams discusses maintaining sexual exbuberance through middle age. Resources: The Multi-orgasmic Man by Doug Abrams
Abramson
Big Pharma Deception
KPFA broadcast date October 11, 2005
Physician John Abramson, MD discusses how Big Pharma has degraded health and medicine. This is a pledge drive show. Resources: Overdosed America by John Abramson, MD
Acoca
Stress, Grace, and The Inner Predator
KPFA broadcast date November 20, 2007
Leslie Acoca, MFT, Director National Girls Health Screen Project, describes her journey to reconcile with her brother's murderer, a process that taught her how people face down their own inner and outer predators in order to heal from trauma. Includes extended discussion on self-care not available on the broadcast version. Resources: Leslie Acoca, MFT blckswans@aol.comResources on mind, mood, and stress
Girls at Risk
KPFA broadcast date March 13, 2007
Leslie Acoca, MA, MFT, director of In Our Daughters’ Hands, discusses the health of incarcerated girls. Resources: In Our Daughters’ Hands: (415) 888-2211 and blckswans@aol.com
Adler
Health and Economic Status
KPFA broadcast date March 16, 2004
Bruce McEwen PhD from Rockefeller University and Nancy E. Adler PhD from the MacArthur Network for Socioeconomic Health and the Department of Psychiatry at UCSF, discuss the effect of socioeconomic status on health. Resources: Socioeconomic Status and Health in Industrial Nations: Social, Psychological, and Biological Pathways edited by Bruce McEwen and Nancy Adler www.macses.ucsf.edu and The End of Stress as We Know It by Bruce McEwen
Agbai
Preventing Sickle Cell and Cancer with Native Diet
KPFA broadcast date March 5, 2002
West African researcher Dr. Oji Agbai, ND, PhD discusses how substances from traditional diets prevent and control sickle cell anemia and cancer. Resources: Sickle Cell Anemia: A Solution At Last by Oji Agbai
Native African Diet Prevents the Presentation of Sickle Cell Anemia
KPFA broadcast date November 16, 1999
West African researcher Dr. Oji Agbai, ND, PhD discusses how substances from traditional diets prevent and control sickle cell anemia and cancer. Resources: Sickle Cell Anemia: A Solution At Last by Oji Agbai
Agin
Fetal Programming
KPFA broadcast date June 29, 2010
Dan Agin, PhD, Emeritus Associate Professor of Molecular Genetics and Cell Biology at the University of Chicago and author of More than Genes discusses how our increasingly toxic world affects children and their potential even before they’re born. Resources: More Than Genes by Dan Agin; Dan Agin’s blog on the Huffington Post; Resources on environmental health and on children’s health
Allan
Life Without Bread
KPFA broadcast date June 11, 2002
Dr. Chris Allan, biochemist discusses a starch-free diet Resources: Life Without Bread by Wolfgang Lutz and Chris Allan
Allen
Pesticides in Your Food
KPFA broadcast date March 25, 2008
Organic farmer Will Allen, PhD, author of The War on Bugs discusses the hidden history of how the use of chemicals in food production has been a triumph of manipulation and a failure of science. Resources: The War on Bugs by Will Allen; The War on Bugs websitewww.thewaronbugsbook.com; Organic Consumers Association www.organicconsumers.org; resources on food and on environmental health
Ames
Nutrient Protection: Aging and Cancer
KPFA broadcast date November 22, 2005
Highly awarded for his research, Bruce Ames, PhD is Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of California, Berkeley and Senior Scientist at the Children's Hospital Oakland Research Institute. He joins the program for a discussion of how nutrients protect us from aging and cancer. Resources: Bruce Ames website www.bruceames.org
Angell
The Truth About the Drug Companies
KPFA broadcast date November 30, 2004
Dr. Marcia Angell, physician and former editor-in-chief of the "New England Journal of Medicine", discusses her book about how pharmaceutical companies deceive consumers. Resources: The Truth About the Drug Companies by Marcia Angell
Anshel
Smart Medicine for Your Eyes
KPFA broadcast date May 10, 2005
Jeffery Anshel, OD discusses non-pharmaceutical approaches to eye protection and care, including nutrients, herbs, and homeopathy. Resources: Smart Medicine for Your Eyes by Jeffery Anshel, DO www.cvconsulting.com
Natural Treatments For the Eyes
KPFA broadcast date May 30, 2000
Dr. Jeffery Anshel, OD discusses his book Resources: Smart Medicine for Your Eyes by Jeffery Anshel, DO www.cvconsulting.com
Aron
The Highly Sensitive Person
KPFA broadcast date December 3, 1996
PsychologistDr. Elaine Aron Resources: The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine Aron
Atkins
Low Carb for Life
KPFA broadcast date July 30, 2002
Robert Atkins discusses his low carb diet, recently vindicated in the press
Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution
KPFA broadcast date July 2, 2002
Dr. Robert Atkins discusses low carbohydrate nutrition
Ausubel
Ecological Medicine Update
KPFA broadcast date May 11, 2004
Kenny Ausubel, founder of the Bioneers Conference, discusses his newest book: a collection from the proceedings from a conference on a new movement in health care. Resources: Ecological Medicine edited by Kenny Ausubel and the Bioneers Conference www.bioneers.org
Ecological Medicine
KPFA broadcast date March 26, 2002
Kenny Ausubel, founder of the Bioneers Conference discusses the future of healing using ecological medicine Resources: Ecological Medicine edited by Kenny Ausubel and the Bioneers Conference www.bioneers.org
Alternative Cancer Update
KPFA broadcast date March 13, 2001
Kenny Ausubel, founder of the Bioneers Conference, discusses alternative cancer treatment and prevention Resources: When Healing Becomes a Crime by Kenny Ausubel and the Bioneers Conference www.bioneers.org
The Attack on and the Return of Alternative Cancer Therapies
KPFA broadcast date October 17, 2000
Kenny Ausubel, founder of the Bioneers Conference, discusses the alternative cancer treatment of Dr. Harry Hoxsey Resources: When Healing Becomes a Crime by Kenny Ausubel and the Bioneers Conference www.bioneers.org
Ayre
Insulin Potentiation Cancer Therapy
KPFA broadcast date July 23, 2002
Dr. Steven Ayre discusses combining insulin potentiation therapy with chemotherapy, which results in a treatment without side effects
Bahl
Non-Toxic Home
KPFA broadcast date May 16, 2006
Architect Carol Venolia and Susan Bahl from Natural Home Design Center discuss creating a non-toxic home and office. Resources: Natural Home Design Center website; Natural Remodeling for the Not-So-Green House: How to Bring Your House into Harmony With Nature by Carol Venolia and Kelly Lerner www.naturalremodeling.com
Baker
Detoxification and Healing
KPFA broadcast date October 7, 1997
Dr. Sydney Baker MD
Balin
The Life of the Skin
KPFA broadcast date June 17, 1997
Dr. Arthur Balin and Dr. Lorreta Pratt Balin discuss their book Resources: The Life of the Skin by Arthur Balin and Lorreta Pratt Balin
Barber
Recovery without Pharmaceuticals
KPFA broadcast date July 15, 2008
Charles Barber, recovery counselor and author of Comfortably Numb: How Psychiatry is Medicating a Nation, advocates for patient centered therapies rather than drugs in treating psychiatric symptoms and addiction. Resources: Comfortably Numb by Charles Barber; Motivational Interviewing motivationalinterviewing.org; resources on mind, mood, and stress and resources on addiction
Barlett
Critical Condition
KPFA broadcast date December 7, 2004
Investigative journalists James Steele and Donald Barlett discuss their new book about how the big bussiness of health care in America has degraded the practice of medicine. Resources: Critical Condition by James Steele and Donald Barlett
Batmanghelidj
Your Body's Many Cries for Water
KPFA broadcast date October 5, 2004
Dr. Fereydoon Batmanghelidj, MD discusses how water regulation and rehydration prevents and cures illness. Resources: Your Body's Many Cries for Water by Fereydoon Batmanghelidj
Baumel
Dealing with Depression Naturally
KPFA broadcast date November 18, 1997
Syd Baumel Resources: Dealing with Depression Naturally by Syd Baumel
Bayan
Heart Stopper: How a Low Fat Diet Can Kill You
KPFA broadcast date June 18, 2002
Matthew Bayan discusses treatment of small particle LDL and heart disease Resources: Eat Fat, Be Healthy by Matthew Bayan
The Heart Stopper Gene: Small Particle LDL
KPFA broadcast date June 20, 2000
Matthew Bayan discusses his experiences with small particle LDL Resources: Eat Fat, Be Healthy by Matthew Bayan
Beck
Why Women Fall Apart and How They can Recreate Their Lives
KPFA broadcast date September 9, 1997
Martha Beck PhD, psychologist Resources: Breaking Point by Martha Beck
Begley
Healing the Mind
KPFA broadcast date September 4, 2007
Journalist Sharon Begley, author of Train Your Mind, Change Your Brain discusses the science confirming the Buddhist belief in neuroplasticity. Resources: Train Your Mind, Change Your Brain: How a New Science Reveals Our Extraordinary Potential to Transform Ourselves by Sharon Begley; Resources on mind, mood, and stress
Benfield
Between Heaven and Earth: Chinese Medicine
KPFA broadcast date March 19, 1996
Harriet Benfield, Accupuncturist Resources: Between Heaven and Earth: A Guide to Chinese Medicine by Harriet Benfield
Benyus
Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature
KPFA broadcast date December 19, 2000
Science writer, Janine Benyus Resources: Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature by Janine Benyus
Berkson
Hormone Deception
KPFA broadcast date November 12, 2002
D. Lindsey Berkson, consulting scholar, discusses how everyday foods and products are endangering our health Resources: Hormone Deception by D. Lindsey Berkson
Berman
Anxiety
KPFA broadcast date August 10, 2010
An exploration of the origins and triggers, both environmentally and psychosocially, for anxiety and hyperarousal. Health educator Layna Berman discusses how to support and balance the endocrine system, introduce nutritional protection, and practice prudent avoidance of irritants. Resources: Resources on mind, mood, and stress, resources on food, diet, and nutrition, resources on wireless, EMF, and RFR, resources on environmental health, and resources on hormones, women’s health, and men’s health
Thyroid
KPFA broadcast date June 22, 2010
Health Educator Layna Berman examines the underdiagnosis of thyroid conditions. Thyroid imbalance is central to the proper function of all the other hormones and affects metabolism, cognition, body composition, and mood. This program will look at how to treat, support, and protect the thyroid. Resources: Graves' Disease: A Practical Guide by Eleaine Moore; Resources on hormones and resources on chronic illness
Hormonal Consequences of Starch and Stress
KPFA broadcast date March 30, 2010
Health educator Layna Berman updates her classic discussion about the hormonal effects of stress and of self-medication using comfort foods, and offers healthy alternatives. Resources: Resources on hormones and resources on food, diet, and nutrition
Love Your Heart
KPFA broadcast date March 2, 2010
Health educator Layna Berman explains the mechanisms behind heart symptoms in women and offers nonpharmaceutical suggestions for both genders on how to protect their hearts. Resources: Resources on cardiovascular and heart health and resources on hormones, women’s health, and men’s health
Pharmaceutical Cautions
KPFA broadcast date July 20, 2010
Health educator Layna Berman discusses commonly used pharmaceuticals, their effects and dangers including nutrient depletion and suppression of important physiologic pathways. Included will be non-pharmaceutical approaches to depression, insomnia, acne, reflux, and hypertension. Resources: Too Much Medicine, Not Enough Health by Jeffry Fawcett and Layna Berman; Resources on orthomolecular health medicine; resources on mind, mood, and stress; resources on hormones, women’s health, and men’s health; resources on cardiovascular and heart health; resources on homeopathy; and resources on alternative healing
Gut Health
KPFA broadcast date December 29, 2009
Health educator Layna Berman discusses causes of digestive imbalance and non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical care. Resources: Digestive Wellness; Resources on digestion and gut health
The Body as an Ecology
KPFA broadcast date September 1, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD, authors of Too Much Medicine, Not Enough Health, discuss a core principle in their practice: the body works as an integrated whole. Selected health issues are used as examples including practical application of the principle to support and restore health. Resources: Too Much Medicine, Not Enough Health by Jeffry Fawcett and Layna Berman; Resources from Your Own Health And Fitness listed by topic
Boosting Immunity
KPFA broadcast date November 17, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD, authors of Too Much Medicine Not Enough Health, explore the mechanisms involved in improving healthy immunity. Included are recommendations for lifestyle and nutrient strategies. Resources: Resources on immunity, infections, and allergies, resources on digestion and gut health, resources on food, diet, and nutrition, resources on mind, mood, and stress, and resources on exercise
Internalizing Self Care
KPFA broadcast date December 22, 2009
Health educator Layna Berman discusses what it takes for people to care for themselves. An exploration of how stress, dietary choices, nutrient density, and exercise can be navigated so that healthy choices come from within. Resources: Resources on mind, mood, and stress, resources on food, nutrition, and diet, and resources on exercise
Food
KPFA broadcast date May 19, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss pre-agricultural diet and its health benefits, cooking whole foods, and food politics. Resources: Too Much Medicine, Not Enough Health by Jeffry Fawcett and Layna Berman; Health and the Rise of Civilization by Mark Nathan Cohen; resources on food, nutrition, and diet
Blood Sugar
KPFA broadcast date April 28, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD uncover the actual causes for metabolic disruptions that result in a diagnosis of diabetes and offer suggests for rebalance beyond drugs. Resources: Resources on diabetes; Essays by Malcolm Kendrick, MD A Sugary Tale and Berardinelli-Seip - Explain That and Type II Diabetes isn’t a Disease.
Menopause
KPFA broadcast date April 27, 2010
Health educator Layna Berman describes a different view of menopause: not as a diagnosis, but as hormone balance and an opportunity for healthy balance. Resources: What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause by John Lee; Resources on hormones and women's health
Testosterone
KPFA broadcast date June 1, 2010
Health educator Layna Berman discusses the health-preserving use of testosterone therapy in both genders and reviews the research on its role in prostate cancer protection. Resources: Resources on hormones, women’s health, and men’s health, Hormone Balance for Men by John Lee, The Testosterone Revolution by Malcolm Carruthers, Maximize Your Vitality and Potency by Jonathan Wright, The Testosterone Syndrome by Eugene Shippen, and Testosterone for Life by Abraham Morgentaler
Vitamin Supplementation, Part 2
KPFA broadcast date February 24, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD continue their discussion of nutrient supplementation, including nutrient requirements and special attention to antioxidants. Resources: Resources on food, diet, and nutrition and resources on orthomolecular medicine; Orthomolecular Health Medicine Society www.ohmsociety.com; Orthomolecular Medicine News Service www.orthomolecular.org/resources/omns/; Linus Pauling Institute lpi.oregonstate.edu; Clinical Pearls www.clinicalpearls.com
Vitamin Supplementation, Part 1
KPFA broadcast date February 17, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD counter the conventional media reports on the use of nutrient supplementation with a review of well designed research. Resources: Resources on food, diet, and nutrition and resources on orthomolecular medicine; Orthomolecular Health Medicine Society www.ohmsociety.com; Orthomolecular Medicine News Service www.orthomolecular.org/resources/omns/; Linus Pauling Institute lpi.oregonstate.edu; Clinical Pearls www.clinicalpearls.com
Real Prevention
KPFA broadcast date October 21, 2008
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD, discuss the false political promise of health care reform based on preventive medicine in contrast to real prevention and health promotion based on informed individual and collective action. Resources: Resources on health politics, advocacy, prevention, and social health, resources on alternative healing, and any of the other resources from our show.
Healthy Lungs
KPFA broadcast date January 19, 2010
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett PhD uncover what damages our lungs and what protects and repairs them. Resources: Resources on nutrition, resources on environmental health, resources on heart health, resources on allergies, and resources on exercise.
Doing the Simplest Things First
KPFA broadcast date June 3, 2008
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, Phd discuss simple self care techniques for identifying and caring for developing illness. Resources: Resources on food, nutrition, and diet, resources on hormones, women’s health, and men’s health, resources on environmental health, resources on exercise and resources on mind, mood, and stress
Living Like an Immortal
KPFA broadcast date February 2, 2010
Health educator Layna Berman contests the major myth of aging: that degeneration is inevitable. And she offers suggestions for healthy longevity from the inside out. Resources: Too Much Medicine, Not Enough Health by Jeffry Fawcett and Layna Berman; Resources on aging, resources on food, diet, and nutrition, resources on exercise and musculoskeletal health, resources on environmental health, resources on hormones, women’s health, and men’s health, and resources on mind, mood, and stress.
Hypersensitivity
KPFA broadcast date April 1, 2008
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss hypersensitivity both to chemicals and electromagnetic fields. The hour includes a review of the science and practical solutions for identifying the source of symptoms and prudent mitigation. Resources: Scientific articles discussed on the show; resources on allergies, resources on environmental health, resources on EMF, resources on chronic illness, and The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine Aron
Aerial Spraying and Detoxification
KPFA broadcast date February 26, 2008
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss the risks posed by aerial spraying against the light brown apple moth and other agricultural pests along with detoxication methods for protection against these exposures Resources: Stop the Spraying www.stopthespray.org; resources on environmental health and on detoxification
Eating Sustainably
KPFA broadcast date February 5, 2008
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss sustainable food choices from the perspective of ecologically and socially sustainable practices in production, distribution, and impact on individual health. Resources: Resources on nutrition and on environmental health; Sustainable Health Institute www.sustainablehealthinstitute.org
Addiction Free Eating
KPFA broadcast date December 11, 2007
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss the interaction between food sensitivities/addictions and substance abuse. Resources: Resources on mind, mood, and stress and resources on food, diet, and nutrition
Dependencies: Solutions
KPFA broadcast date December 30, 2008
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD the attachments that create health risks from food to drugs, how to start the change process, and how to support the body in making changes. Resources: Resources on addiction and detoxification, mind, mood, and stress, The Natural Medicine Guide to Addiction by Stephanie Marohn, End Your Addiction Now by Charles Gant,, and Changing for Good by James Prochaska
Stress Related Illness
KPFA broadcast date December 25, 2007
Health Educator Layna Berman covers principles for the avoidance and healing of stress related illness. Resources: Resources on mind, mood, and stress, resources on environmental health, and resources on hormones
Does Green Mean Non-toxic?
KPFA broadcast date August 28, 2007
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss toxic risks in “green” products and describe how to avoid exposures and boost detoxification pathways. Resources: Resources on environmental health and on detoxification; Cradle to Cradle by William McDonough and Michael Baumgart; Environmental Working Group www.ewg.org; Our Stolen Future www.ourstolenfuture.org; Microwave News www.microwavenews.com; Electromagnetic Fields: A Consumer's Guide to the Issues and How to Protect Ourselves by B. Blake Levitt; Healthy Car www.healthycar.org; Toxic at Any Speed by the Ecology Center www.ecocenter.org; A Small Dose of Toxicology www.asmalldoseof.org
Exercise and Disease Prevention
KPFA broadcast date January 6, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett PhD discuss the role of exercise in preventing disease including specific recommendations on forms of exercise and training regimes. Resources: Resources on exercise and musculoskeletal health; also resources on aging, cancer, heart health, insulin resistance, hormones, and stress
Menstrual Suppression Cautions
KPFA broadcast date May 29, 2007
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss the dangers of blocking women's periods with synthetic hormones with David Zava, PhD. Resources: Resources on hormones and women's health; What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer by John Lee, MD and David Zava, PhD; ZRT Laboratory www.zrtlab.com
Depression: Under-Examined Imbalances
KPFA broadcast date July 29, 2008
Health educator Layna Berman explores overlooked imbalances that trigger depression and discusses strategies for treatment without drugs. Resources: Resources on mind, mood, and stress, resources on hormones, resources on allergies, and resources on the hunter-gatherer diet; The Anti-Depressant Fact Book by Peter Breggin; Calm Energy by Robert Thayer; The End of Stress as We Know It by Bruce McEwen; Comfortably Numb by Charles Barber
Protect Yourself Against Stress-related Illness
An event presented on March 4, 2007
Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss how stress affects health and illness. Topics include
how stress is at the core of common diagnoses such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and autoimmune diseases;
how your body responds to stress and the cascade of metabolic events that lead to illness;
how to protect yourself from sources of stress;
how to increase your body's resilience in responding to stressors.
Resources: Resources on mind, mood, and stress; Resources on diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and obesity; Resources on cardiovascular and heart health; Resources on immunity;
how stress is at the core of common diagnoses such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and autoimmune diseases; how your body responds to stress and the cascade of metabolic events that lead to illness; how to protect yourself from sources of stress; how to increase your body's resilience in responding to stressors.Resources: Resources on mind, mood, and stress; Resources on diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and obesity; Resources on cardiovascular and heart health; Resources on immunity;
Overdiagnosis and Overtreatment Part 2
KPFA broadcast date June 5, 2007
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss how to avoid common diagnoses and the medical interventions that are typically prescribed Resources: Resources on diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and obesity; Resources on cardiovascular and heart health; Resources on digestion and gut health; Resources on exercise and musculoskeletal health; Resources on aging;
Overdiagnosis and Overtreatment Part 1
KPFA broadcast date May 22, 2007
Health integrationist Layna Berman and health educator Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss how to avoid common diagnoses and the medical interventions that are typically prescribed Resources: Should I Be Tested For Cancer? by H. Gilbert Welch; Resources on cancer; Resources on mind, mood, and stress; Resources on diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and obesity
Loss: Healing Through Transition
KPFA broadcast date January 2, 2007
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett PhD discuss the role of grief in making health care decisions during transitions. Resources: The Feeling of What Happens by Antonio Damasio; Changing for Good by James Prochaska; The Alchemy of Illness by Kat Duff
Weight
KPFA broadcast date June 24, 2008
Health educator Layna Berman examines weight loss including when it's healthy and when it's not, food addiction, allergies, carbohydrate sensitivity, hormones, and exercise. Resources: Resources on food and diet, hormones, exercise, and diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and obesity.
Fats
KPFA broadcast date April 21, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD explore the science of dietary fats: why they're essential to health, how they're metabolized, what constitutes a healthy ratio, and how good fats can “go bad.” Resources: “Fat and Death” in issue #7 of the Progressive Health Observer; “Healthy Mitochondria” in issue #9 of the Progressive Health Observer; resources on food, diet, and nutrition
Hypertension Revisited
KPFA broadcast date April 29, 2008
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss the newest information on the causes of hypertension and its non-pharmaceutical treatment. Resources: “Hypertension All Around” in issue #8 of the Progressive Health Observer; resources on cardiovascular and heart health
Healthy Home Inspection
KPFA broadcast date October 10, 2006
Environmental economist and health educator Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discusses how to identify and control exposures to pollutants, toxins, allergens, molds, and nonionizing radiation in the home and office. Resources: Resource on environmental health
Detoxification
KPFA broadcast date March 6, 2007
Health educator Layna Berman discusses the body's natural detoxification pathways and how to boost them using nutrients. Resources: Resources on detoxification and addiction and on environmental health
Body Pain
KPFA broadcast date August 29, 2006
Health educator Layna Berman discusses underconsidered reasons for bodywide pain including unresolved infections, hormone imbalances, allergies, and postural problems and offers exercise, oral, and topical nutrient remedies. Resources: Resources on orthomolecular medicine; Resources on exercise; Resources on hormones; Resources on immunity
Health News That Didn’t Fit
KPFA broadcast date May 23, 2006
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss important health news and research that was reported wrong or not at all. Resources: Draft Report of the Independent Vitamin Safety Review Panel on the NIH Conference Report; Resources on cardiovascular and heart health; Resources on food and nutrition; Resources on hormones
Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
KPFA broadcast date April 18, 2006
Health educator Layna Berman discusses nutrient based therapies and new laboratory testing for the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Resources: Resources on cardiovascular and heart health
DCIS Isn’t Cancer
KPFA broadcast date April 4, 2006
A discussion of the diagnosis and treatment of breast conditions such as ductile carcinoma in situ. Resources: What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer by John Lee and David Zava
Bone Health
KPFA broadcast date October 9, 2007
Health educator Layna Berman discusses non-pharmaceutical solutions to preserving and building bone mass for both genders including vitamins D and K. Resources: Healthy Bones from Progressive Health Observer #4 and Young Bones and Milk from Progressive Health Observer #7
Reproductive Choice
KPFA broadcast date November 1, 2005
Health educator Layna Berman discusses recent attacks on reproductive freedom of teens and reviews birth control options during the first half-hour, then reviews the work of physician John Lee, MD on hormone balance. Resources: Planned Parenthood Golden Gate www.ppgg.org; Managing Contraception www.managingcontraception.com; and What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer by John Lee and David Zava and What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause by John Lee
Hormone Intersect
KPFA broadcast date November 11, 2008
Health educator Layna Berman discusses the inter-relationship between sex hormones, thyroid, and stress hormones. Resources: Resources on hormones
Risk Factor Medicine
KPFA broadcast date August 30, 2005
Jeffry Fawcett, PhD and health educator Layna Berman discuss how symptoms of metabolic disruption are treated as diseases by conventional medicine wtih pharmaceuticals. They contrast this with protective and preventive self-care that includes nutrient-based strategies. Resources: Resources mentioned on the show.
Hidden Stressors: Avoiding a Diagnosis
KPFA broadcast date December 26, 2006
Health educator Layna Berman discusses the less obvious stressors that lead to a diagnosis like diabetes and cardiovascular disease, including how to avoid and treat symptoms without pharmaceuticals. Resources: Resources on stress, diabetes, and cardiovascular health.
Another Thyroid Show
KPFA broadcast date June 23, 2009
Health educator Layna Berman uncovers the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of thyroid disorders with particular attention to what causes these disorders to be ignored and undertreated. Resources: Resources on hormones
Allergy Alternatives
KPFA broadcast date March 18, 2008
Health educator Layna Berman discusses allergies, their origins, and treatment options using diet, nutrients, herbs, and homeopathy. Resources: Resources on allergies and immunity
Protecting Yourself from the Health Care System
KPFA broadcast date April 5, 2005
Health educator Layna Berman and health strategies advisor Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss protecting yourself and your wishes in a health care environment. Resources: Resources on politics, advocacy, prevention, and social health
Diabetes Prevention and Natural Treatment Update
KPFA broadcast date March 8, 2005
Health educator Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD of the "Progressive Health Observer" go over the latest research on prevention and natural treatment of diabetes. Resources: Resources on diabetes
Indoor Air Pollution
KPFA broadcast date March 1, 2005
Put a well person in a sick building and you get a sick person! Health educator Layna Berman discusses how to protect yourself at home and at work. Resources: Resources on environmental health
Hormone Replacement: How, Who, and When
KPFA broadcast date December 9, 2008
Health educator Layna Berman discusses the safe use of bio-identical hormones in both genders, including a discussion of research, testing, ratios, and delivery systems. Resources: Resources on hormones, resources on aging, and resources on cancer
Designing a Sane Individual Diet Plan
KPFA broadcast date March 31, 2009
Health educator Layna Berman discusses how individuals can design their own health diet plan. Resources: Resources on food, diet, and nutrition
Uncovering the Year's Health News
KPFA broadcast date December 14, 2004
Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD, editors and publishers of "Progressive Health Observer", examine health news reported in the conventional media and discuss what wasn't covered. Resources: Resources on food, diet, and nutrition, resources on cardiovascular and heart health, and resources on diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and obesity
Holiday Hormone Health
KPFA broadcast date November 16, 2004
Health educator Layna Berman discusses maintenance of healthy hormone balance under the stress of holidays and winter. Resources: Resources on hormones
Recovering from Injury
KPFA broadcast date September 14, 2004
Health educator Layna Berman discusses what to do after a physical injury to support healing. Resources: Resources on exercise and musculoskeletal health
Clara Felix: A Memorial
KPFA broadcast date July 31, 2007
Joined by Elliot Wagner, LAc, Clara Felix's son, health educator Layna Berman discusses the life and work of nutrition expert Clara Felix. Resources: Resources on food, nutrition, and diet.
Heart Disease: Another Perspective
KPFA broadcast date April 27, 2004
Health educator Layna Berman discusses the overlooked causes and nutritional prevention of heart disease. Resources: Resources on cardiovascular and heart health
The Hunter-Gatherer Diet
KPFA broadcast date March 2, 2004
Health educator Layna Berman discusses the health promoting properties of eating according to Paleolithic dietary principles: low in allergens and rich in nutrients. Resources: Resources on food, diet, and nutrition
The Hormonal Consequences of Starch and Stress
KPFA broadcast date February 3, 2004
Health educator Layna Berman reviews the hormonal effects of stress and of self-medication using comfort foods, and offers healthy alternatives. Resources: Resources on hormones and resources on food, diet, and nutrition
Exercise How-To
KPFA broadcast date November 18, 2003
Health educator Layna Berman offers easy exercise guidelines. Resources: Resources on exercise
Health, the Built Environment, Obesity, and Exercise
KPFA broadcast date November 11, 2003
Health educator Layna Berman extemporaneously discusses health and the built environment, and obesity and exercise. Resources: Resources on environmental health, obesity, and exercise
Insomnia
KPFA broadcast date September 23, 2003
Health educator Layna Berman discusses causes of and solutions for insomnia.
Specific Micronutrient Supplementation
KPFA broadcast date June 17, 2003
Health educator Layna Berman reviews the use of nutrient supplementation for the treatment and prevention of specific illnesses.
Micronutrients for Health
KPFA broadcast date June 10, 2003
Health educator Layna Berman reviews the use of nutrient supplementation for optimal health. Resources: Resources on food, nutrition, and diet
Stop Hypertension and Cardiovascular Disease
KPFA broadcast date April 29, 2003
Health educator Layna Berman discusses non-pharmaceutical approaches to the prevention and treatment of hypertension.
The Safe Use of Bio-Identical Hormones
KPFA broadcast date April 15, 2003
Health educator Layna Berman discusses the use of bio-identical sex hormones to counter news reports that discourage the use of HRT
Shocked and Awed: Survival Support
KPFA broadcast date March 25, 2003
Health educator Layna Berman discusses survival support for those affected by the war on Iraq; listeners call in
Reducing Fight or Flight
KPFA broadcast date January 21, 2003
Health educator Layna Berman discusses stress, illness, and the nervous system
Thyroid Syndromes
KPFA broadcast date December 3, 2002
Health educator Layna Berman discusses thyroid disorders and thyroid health
Thwarting the Flu
KPFA broadcast date October 29, 2002
Health Educator Layna Berman discusses prevention of illness during the flu season
The Science of Weight Training
KPFA broadcast date September 3, 2002
Health educator Layna Berman discusses the science behind weight resistance training
Diabetes: Non-Pharmaceutical Treatments and Prevention
KPFA broadcast date July 16, 2002
Health Educator Layna Berman discusses preventing and treating type 2 diabetes without pharmaceuticals
Hormones and Stress
KPFA broadcast date May 28, 2002
Health educator Layna Berman discusses what happens to the endocrine system under chronic stress and how to protect yourself
Exercise: an Integrative Perspective
KPFA broadcast date January 22, 2002
Health Educator Layna Berman reviews disease protection and nutrient requirements
Surviving the Holidays
KPFA broadcast date November 27, 2001
Health integrationist Layna Berman discusses trategies for preserving immunity, and for avoiding weight gain and burnout
Healing: Bridging Body and Mind
KPFA broadcast date October 30, 2001
Health Integrationist Layna Berman
Strategies for Stress
KPFA broadcast date September 18, 2001
Health Educator Layna Berman discusses health preservation during stress
Exercise: How it Works
KPFA broadcast date August 7, 2001
Health Integrationist Layna Berman discusses exercise and health
Empty Calories
KPFA broadcast date June 26, 2001
Health Educator Layna Berman discusses nutrient density
The Dangers of Hormone Overdose
KPFA broadcast date April 17, 2001
Layna Berman, Health Integrationist
Exercising Beyond Constraints
KPFA broadcast date April 3, 2001
Layna Berman, Health Educator discusses resolving the impediments to regular exercise
Health Support While Healing Trauma
KPFA broadcast date February 20, 2001
Layna Berman, Health Integrationist
Food Allergy, Addiction and Eating Disorders
KPFA broadcast date January 23, 2001
Health Integrationist Layna Berman discusses causes, treatment and diagnosis
Men's Health
KPFA broadcast date November 14, 2000
Health Integrationist Layna Berman discusses health problems of men including dietary, hormonal and lifestyle solutions
Hormone Replacement Update
KPFA broadcast date October 31, 2000
Health Integrationist, Layna Berman
Insulin Resistance, Women, and Strength
KPFA broadcast date September 19, 2000
Layna Berman, Health Integrationist reviews practical solutions
Evironmental Illness and Multiple Chemical Sensitivities
KPFA broadcast date August 15, 2000
Health Integrationist Layna Berman
Exercise Prescriptions
KPFA broadcast date July 4, 2000
Health Integrationist Layna Berman
Talking to Your Children About Nutrition
KPFA broadcast date June 6, 2000
Layna Berman, Health Integrationist
What Do We Know Now? Reviewing New Information on Nutrients As Treatments
KPFA broadcast date May 2, 2000
Layna Berman, Health Integrationist
Compounded Natural Hormone Therapy
KPFA broadcast date February 29, 2000
Layna Berman, health integrationist
Weight Resistance Training As Bodywork
KPFA broadcast date January 25, 2000
Layna Berman, Health Integrationist
Reviewing Health Literature
KPFA broadcast date December 28, 1999
Layna Berman, Health Integrationist
Strategies for a Healthy Winter Season
KPFA broadcast date November 30, 1999
Layna Berman, Health Integrationist
Paleolithic Nutrition Research
KPFA broadcast date November 9, 1999
Layna Berman, Health Integrationist
Talking to Your Kids About Healthy Eating Choices
KPFA broadcast date October 26, 1999
Layna Berman, Health Integrationist
Nutritional Supplements For the Rest of Us (who just want to stay healthy)
KPFA broadcast date September 28, 1999
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Nutritional and Hormonal Strategies for Handling Stress
KPFA broadcast date August 31, 1999
Layna Berman, health integration specialist
Weight Training as Body Work
KPFA broadcast date July 6, 1999
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
The Dangers of Under-resting and Overtraining: Exercise Prudence
KPFA broadcast date May 11, 1999
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
The Hormonal Consequences of a High Starch Diet
KPFA broadcast date March 30, 1999
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Paleolithic Diet How-to
KPFA broadcast date March 2, 1999
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist discusses recipes and guidelines for pre-agrarian low carb, high protein diet
Depression: A Non-pharmaceutical Approach
KPFA broadcast date January 19, 1999
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Weight Resistance Training Programs
KPFA broadcast date December 29, 1998
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Hormonal Consequences of High Starch, High Sugar Diets
KPFA broadcast date October 27, 1998
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Examining Health Myths
KPFA broadcast date September 29, 1998
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Exercise as Medicine
KPFA broadcast date August 18, 1998
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Exercise: How Much?
KPFA broadcast date July 28, 1998
Layna Berman Health Integration Specialist
Training From the Inside Out: Securing the Trunk
KPFA broadcast date May 26, 1998
Layna Berman Health Integration Specialist
Living with Chronic Illness
KPFA broadcast date April 28, 1998
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
De-mystifying Thyroid Disorders
KPFA broadcast date March 31, 1998
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Overcoming Obstacles to Getting and Staying Lean
KPFA broadcast date February 24, 1998
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Dispelling Myths about Weight Resistance Training
KPFA broadcast date January 20, 1998
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Food Allergies
KPFA broadcast date December 30, 1997
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Eating and Exercise Strategies for the Holidays
KPFA broadcast date November 25, 1997
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Environmental Illness and Multiple Chemical Sensitivities
KPFA broadcast date October 28, 1997
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Preventing Heart Disease Naturally
KPFA broadcast date September 30, 1997
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Health Strategies for the Highly Sensitive
KPFA broadcast date August 26, 1997
Health Educator Layna Berman
Surviving the Toxic Crisis
KPFA broadcast date July 22, 1997
Health Educator Layna Berman
Exercise: Getting Started, Starting Over
KPFA broadcast date June 20, 1997
Health Educator Layna Berman, with an editorial by research biochemist Dr. David Zava Resources: Resources on exercise; What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer by John Lee and David Zava and ZRT Laboratory www.zrtlab.com
The Ketogenic Diet
KPFA broadcast date May 27, 1997
Health Educator Layna Berman
The Challenges of Middle Age
KPFA broadcast date April 22, 1997
Health Educator Layna Berman
Health Integration
KPFA broadcast date March 25, 1997
Health Educator Layna Berman
Exposing Myths About Weight Resistance Training
KPFA broadcast date March 4, 1997
Health Educator Layna Berman
Sorting Nutrition
KPFA broadcast date January 21, 1997
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Exercise and Transformation
KPFA broadcast date December 31, 1996
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Protecting Joints During Exercise
KPFA broadcast date November 29, 1996
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
The Art of Self-Care
KPFA broadcast date September 24, 1996
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Training With a Chronic Illness
KPFA broadcast date July 30, 1996
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
The Psychology of Exercise
KPFA broadcast date July 2, 1996
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
The Dangers of Under-resting Over-training
KPFA broadcast date April 30, 1996
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
The Art of Weight Training
KPFA broadcast date April 2, 1996
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Exercise Options: Keeping it Simple
KPFA broadcast date February 27, 1996
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Exercise and Every Day Life
KPFA broadcast date January 23, 1996
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Exercises I'd Never Do!
KPFA broadcast date October 24, 1995
Layna Berman, Health Integration Specialist
Bernstein
Diabetes Treatment Options
KPFA broadcast date April 18, 2000
Dr. Richard Bernstein MD Resources: Dr. Bernstein's Diabetes Solution by Richard Bernstein
Bierman
Lyme: Is It What's Making Everyone Sick?
KPFA broadcast date December 9, 2003
Accupuncturist and environmental consultant David Bierman discusses the Lyme disease epidemic. Resources: Health Freedom Solutions www.healthfreedomsolutions.com
Creating a Non-toxic Home and Office
KPFA broadcast date August 29, 1995
David Kibbey, Nat. Building Ntwrk and David Bierman, Accupuncturist
Bogoch
Cancer Screening
KPFA broadcast date July 10, 2007
A discussion of cancer screening with Samuel Bogoch, MD, PhD, developer of the anti-malignin antibody test, a new, non-invasive screening method for the presence of cancer and its progression. Resources: Oncolab www.oncolabinc.com; Resources on cancer
Branagan
From Radio Frequency to Bug Spray
KPFA broadcast date May 6, 2008
Protecting citizen health from corporate power. An interview with film makers Mary Beth Branagan and James Heddle from EON Ecological Options Network. Resources: Ecological Options Networ www.eon3.net; resources on environmental health, resources on radiation, and resources on health politics and advocacy
Braverman
Hypertension and Amino Acid therapy
KPFA broadcast date January 13, 1998
Dr. Eric Braverman MD
Breggin
Antidepressants: Bad Medicine
KPFA broadcast date May 15, 2007
Peter Breggin, MD, whose long career has been spent fighting the pharmaceutical industry in the courts over the dangers of psychiatric medications, discusses the risks of antidepressants. Resources: The Anti-Depressant Fact Book and Your Drug May Be Your Problem by Peter Breggin www.breggin.com
Depressing News About Anti-Depressants
KPFA broadcast date May 25, 2004
Dr. Peter Breggin, MD discusses why anti-depressants should not be used, especially on children. Resources: The Anti-Depressant Fact Book and Your Drug May Be Your Problem by Peter Breggin www.breggin.com
Your Drug May Be Your Problem
KPFA broadcast date August 24, 1999
Peter Breggin MD, Psychiatrist discusses the dangers of psychiatric medications Resources: The Anti-Depressant Fact Book and Your Drug May Be Your Problem by Peter Breggin www.breggin.com
Brewitt
Treating HIV with Homeopathic Human Growth Hormone
KPFA broadcast date September 28, 2004
Biochemist Dr. Barbara Brewitt discusses new studies using her homeopathic human growth hormone products on adult and pediatric HIV-infected patients. Resources: Biomedd Comm, Inc. www.biomedcomm.com
Homeopathic Insulin and Recombinant Human Growth Hormone
KPFA broadcast date January 7, 2003
Dr. Barbara Brewitt, M.Div., PhD, CEO and Chief Scientific Officer of Biomed Comm Inc discusses the therapeutic use of homeopathic insulin and recombinant human growth hormone
Homeopathic Human Growth Hormone
KPFA broadcast date December 22, 1998
Dr. Barbara Brewitt PhD and Bart Thompson discuss a new homeopathic form of HGH and IGF1 (This is intended as a discussion not an endorsement of a product)
Brown
Cooking Your Life
KPFA broadcast date September 15, 2009
An interview with Edward Espe Brown, Soto Zen teacher, cook, author of Tassajara Cooking, The Tassajara Bread Book, and several other books, and also featured in the film How to Cook Your Life. He discusses how the simple, nourishing details of our lives can be used to awaken the cultivation of compassion and joy. Resources: The Peaceful Sea Sangha www.peacefulseasangha.com; Resources on food, nutrition, and diet and resources on mind, mood, and stress
Bucci
Healing Arthritis the Natural Way
KPFA broadcast date September 23, 1997
Luke Bucci PhD, CNS, CCN
Supplements for Inflammation
KPFA broadcast date October 1, 1996
Luke Bucci PhD Resources: Pain Free by Luke Bucci
Burrell
Self Protection/Self Defense
KPFA broadcast date June 11, 1996
Johnnie Burrell, The Self Protection Initiative
Burzynski
Noninvasive Cancer Treatment Advances
KPFA broadcast date December 19, 2006
Cancer specialist Stanislaw Burzynski MD, PhD discusses his highly effective noninvasive cancer treatment. Resources: The Burzynski Clinic www.burzynskiclinic.com.
Antineoplastin: Brain Cancer Breakthrough
KPFA broadcast date September 21, 1999
Stanislaw Burzynski MD, PhD
Dr. Burzynski and the FDA
KPFA broadcast date April 15, 1997
Dr. Stanislaw Burzynski MD, PhD discusses his battles with the cancer establishment
Byrne
Preparing Your Body For and Recovering From Pregnancy
KPFA broadcast date December 14, 1999
Trainer, Dancer, Helene Byrne, ACE Resources: Resources on exercise, resources on women's health, and resources on children's health
Cady
Headache Free
KPFA broadcast date February 20, 1996
Dr. Roger Cady MD, Headache Specialist Resources: Headache Free by Roger Cady
Canfield
The Effect of Lead and Mercury Exposure
KPFA broadcast date May 6, 2003
Dr. Richard Canfield of Cornell discusses his research indicating that there might be no safe level of lead exposure; and Dr. Phillipe Grandjean of Harvard and the University of Southern Denmark discusses his research on methyl mercury exposure from fish and other sources.
Carpenter
Bioinitiative: Standards for Electrosmog
KPFA broadcast date November 27, 2007
Cindy Sage and David O. Carpenter, MD discuss the Bioinitiative Report that proposes better standards for exposure to electromagnetic fields based on the work of leading scientists. Includes extended discussion on self-care not available on the broadcast version. Resources: Bioinitiative Report www.bioinitiative.org; Resources on radiation
Public Health and Toxic Waste
KPFA broadcast date March 27, 2007
David O. Carpenter MD, director of the Institute for Health and the Environment at the University of Albany, where he is also professor of environmental health and toxicology and former dean of the School of Public Health, discusses where and how people are exposed to environmental stressors and what role of public health institutions in protecting us. Resources: Institute for Health and the Environment www.albany.edu/ihe/; Resources on environmental health, resources on detoxification, resources on diabetes, resources on heart health, resources on chronic illness, and resources on EMF and radiation
Carruthers
The Testosterone Revolution
KPFA broadcast date May 21, 2002
Dr. Malcolm Carruthers, MD, British physician and researcher discusses his book on testosterone supplementation Resources: The Testosterone Revolution by Malcolm Carruthers
Cashman
Safe Dentistry
KPFA broadcast date December 10, 2002
Leo Cashman, president of DAMS Inc., discusses his organizations promotion of safe dental practices
Challem
Food and Mood
KPFA broadcast date February 6, 2007
Journalist Jack Challem discusses how food affects mood, including neuronutrients and anger, anxiety, depression, and addiction Resources: The Food-Mood Solution by Jack Challem; Resources on food, nutrition, and diet; Resources on mind, mood, and stress.
Feed Your Genes Right
KPFA broadcast date March 15, 2005
Nutrional journalist Jack Challem discusses his new book about a nutritional approach to turning off disease-causing genes Resources: Feed Your Genes Right by Jack Challem
Inflammation and Chronic Illness
KPFA broadcast date July 13, 2004
Journalist Jack Challem discusses his book about the root cause of chronic illnesses such as heart disease, diabetes, and arthritis. Resources: The Inflammation Syndrome by Jack Challem
Chaney
Chronic Fatigue
KPFA broadcast date December 17, 1996
William Collinge MPH, PhD and Dr. Paul Chaney MD, PhD Resources: Recovering From Chronic Fatigue Syndrome by William Collinge and Paul Chaney
Chopra
Magic and the Voice of the Body
KPFA broadcast date October 10, 1995
Deepak Chopra, MD
Cohen
Turning Suffering Inside Out
KPFA broadcast date February 4, 2003
Darlene Cohen, MA, pain specialist, body worker, and Zen teacher discusses her book Resources: Turning Suffering Inside Out: A Zen Approach to Living with Physical and Emotional Pain by Darlene Cohen
The History of Diet
KPFA broadcast date January 9, 1996
Mark Nathan Cohen, Professor of Anthropology Resources: Health and the Rise of Civilization by Mark Nathan Cohen
Arthritis: Everyday Life as a Healing
KPFA broadcast date August 15, 1995
Darlene Cohen, MA Resources: Arthritis: Stop Suffering, Start Moving by Darlene Cohen
Coleman
Raising Food Ecologically All Year
KPFA broadcast date May 12, 2009
Toby Hemenway, author of Gaia’s Garden, and Elliot Coleman, author of The Winter Harvest Handbook, discuss gardening and farming by nature’s rules. Resources: Gaia’s Garden by Toby Hemenway and his website www.patternliteracy.com, The Winter Harvest Handbook by Elliot Coleman and his website www.fourseasonfarm.com; resources on food, nutrition, and diet and resources on environmental health
Collinge
Chronic Fatigue
KPFA broadcast date December 17, 1996
William Collinge MPH, PhD and Dr. Paul Chaney MD, PhD Resources: Recovering From Chronic Fatigue Syndrome by William Collinge and Paul Chaney
Connett
Fluoride Dangers
KPFA broadcast date February 13, 2007
Chemist Paul Connett, PhD, from Fluoride Action Network discusses the dangers of fluoride and the history of its introduction. Resources: Fluoride Deception by Christopher Bryson and the Fluoride Action Network www.fluoridealert.org
Conrad
Medical Marijuana
KPFA broadcast date April 10, 2001
Chris Conrad discusses the medicinal uses of marijuana Resources: Hemp for Health by Chris Conrad
Cordain
The Paleo Diet
KPFA broadcast date February 5, 2002
Dr. Loren Cordain, discusses his book on the Paleolithic diet and exercise and implications for modern humans Resources: The Paleo Diet by Loren Cordain
Coren
Sleep Thieves
KPFA broadcast date June 25, 1996
Stanley Coren PhD Resources: Sleep Thieves by Stanley Coren
Crayhon
Nutritional Therapy for Health Problems
KPFA broadcast date September 7, 1999
Robert Crayhon, M.A., Nutritionist Resources: Robert Crayhon's Nutrition Made Simple by Robert Crayhon
Cancer and Nutrition
KPFA broadcast date February 23, 1999
Robert Crayhon M.S. Resources: The Carnitine Miracle and Robert Crayhon's Nutrition Made Simple by Robert Crayhon
Nutritional Strategies for Preventing Heart Disease
KPFA broadcast date October 13, 1998
Nutritionist Robert Crayhon Resources: The Carnitine Miracle and Robert Crayhon's Nutrition Made Simple by Robert Crayhon
High Protein and Super Nutrients
KPFA broadcast date July 7, 1998
Robert Crayhon MS Resources: The Carnitine Miracle and Robert Crayhon's Nutrition Made Simple by Robert Crayhon
Who's in the Zone?
KPFA broadcast date February 4, 1997
Barry Sears PhD Versus Robert Crayhon MS, Nutritionist Resources: The Carnitine Miracle and Robert Crayhon's Nutrition Made Simple by Robert Crayhon and Enter the Zone by Barry Sears
Nutrition for Chronic Illness
KPFA broadcast date October 15, 1996
Robert Crayhon MS, nutritionist Resources: Robert Crayhon's Nutrition Made Simple by Robert Crayhon
Late Breaking Nutrition News
KPFA broadcast date April 9, 1996
Robert Crayhon, M.S. Nutritionist Resources: Robert Crayhon's Nutrition Made Simple by Robert Crayhon
Your Diet Makes Me Sick! The Individual Nature of Nutritional Needs
KPFA broadcast date September 12, 1995
Robert Crayhon MS, Nutritionist Resources: Robert Crayhon's Nutrition Made Simple by Robert Crayhon
Curtis
What You Need to Know About Pharmaceuticals
KPFA broadcast date June 19, 2001
Pharmacist Dr. George Curtis, PhD discusses pharmacology
d'Adesky
Pills, Profits and Protest: Voices of Global Aids
KPFA broadcast date November 25, 2003
Christine d'Adesky, journalist and producer/director, discusses her documentary film on Global AIDS Resources: Pills, Profits and Protest: Voices of Global Aids a documentary by the Action-Life Collective (www.pillsprofitsprotest.org
D’Aluisio
What the World Eats
KPFA broadcast date July 21, 2009
Photographer Peter Menzel and journalist Faith D’Aluisio discuss their book Hungry Planet ...“a photographic study of families from around the world, revealing what people eat during the course of one week.” Resources: Hungry Planet by Peter Menzel and Faith D’Aluisio; Resources on food, nutrition, and diet and resources on politics
Dadd-Redalia
Examining Environmental Illness
KPFA broadcast date July 18, 1995
Richard Shames M.D. and Debra Dadd-Redalia,
Damasio
Joy, Sorrow, and the Feeling Brain
KPFA broadcast date July 22, 2003
Neurologist Dr. Antonio Damasio, PhD, discusses his newest book about the role of emotions in human survival and culture. Resources: Looking for Spinoza, The Feeling of What Happens, and Descartes’ Error by Antonio Damasio; resources on mind and mood
Daniel
Plant Based Diets
KPFA broadcast date April 13, 2010
Nutritionist and author Kaayla Daniel, PhD, author of The Whole Soy Story takes a critical look at the premise that a mostly plant based diet is healthier. Resources: The Whole Soy Story; Resources on food, diet, and nutrition
Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and Soy
KPFA broadcast date September 30, 2008
Journalist Kaayla Daniel, PhD discusses why using soy as a therapy for cancers involving reproductive hormones is contraindicated. Resources: The Whole Soy Story: The Dark Side of America's Favorite Health Food by Kaalya Daniel; Weston A. Price Foundation Soy Alert!; and Soy Free Solutions www.soyfreesolutions.com; resources on cancer and on nutrition.
The Dark Side of Soy
KPFA broadcast date June 28, 2005
Nutritionist Kaayla Daniel, PhD, CCN discusses her book The Whole Soy Story which exposes the potential health damaging effects of soy foods and supplements. Resources: The Whole Soy Story: The Dark Side of America's Favorite Health Food by Kaayla Daniel; Weston A. Price Foundation Soy Alert!; and Soy Free Solutions www.soyfreesolutions.com
de Waal
Empathy Biology
KPFA broadcast date February 16, 2010
Primatologist Frans de Waal, PhD, author of The Age of Empathy and Primates and Philosophers, discusses what we have to learn about empathy and cooperation from other animals and how humans can develop their own innate capacities to work together. Resources: Living Links Frans de Waal’s lab at Emory University; The Age of Empathy and Primates and Philosopers by Frans de Waal; Resources on mind and mood, on health politics, and on animal health
Delaney
Becoming a Dream Expert
KPFA broadcast date July 8, 2003
Dr. Gayle Delaney, PhD discusses dream analysis. Resources: Living Your Dreams by Gayle Delaney
Dement
Sleep
KPFA broadcast date December 4, 2001
Pioneer sleep researcher, Dr. William Dement, MD, PhD Resources: The Promise of Sleep by William Dement
The Promise of Sleep
KPFA broadcast date April 27, 1999
Dr. William Dement, MD, PhD - pioneer in sleep medicine discusses his book Resources: The Promise of Sleep by William Dement
Denning
A Unique Approach to Addictions
KPFA broadcast date June 19, 2007
Patt Denning, PhD discusses Harm Reduction Therapy from her book Over the Influence, an approach based on the belief that people have a complex relationship with drugs and alcohol and that addiction needs to be addressed simultaneously with social, psychological and emotional issues. Resources: The Harm Reduction Therapy Center www.harmreductiontherapy.org; Over the Influence: The Harm Reduction Guide for Managing Drugs and Alcohol by Patt Denning, Jeannie Little, and Adina Glickman; resources on addiction
DesMaisons
Potatoes not Prozac Overcoming sugar addiction
KPFA broadcast date March 3, 1998
Kathleen DesMaisons, PhD Resources: Potatoes Not Prozac: Overcoming Sugar Addiction by Kathleen DesMaisons
DeToffol
Shielding EMFs
KPFA broadcast date December 23, 2008
Emil DeToffol from Less EMF Inc. offers scientific suggestions for electromagnetic field shielding in the home and office, when you can't control the exposure from the source. Resources: Less EMF, Inc. www.lessemf.com/; Resources on radiation and resources on environmental health
Dillman
Feeling-based Therapy in the Prevention of Stress-related Illness
KPFA broadcast date February 11, 2003
Psychotherapists Miriam Redstone and David Dillman discuss the role of therapy in decreasing stress related illness.
Dorman
Back and Joint Therapy: Supporting the Whole Person
KPFA broadcast date August 15, 2006
Thomas Dorman, MD discusses Prolotherapy and its place in supporting the whole person in treating back and joint conditions. Resources: Thomas Dorman, MD, Fact, Fiction, and Fraud in Modern Medicine www.dormanpub.com
Dossey
Reinventing Medicine
KPFA broadcast date December 5, 2000
Physican Dr. Larry Dossey discusses a future of medicine which includes non-local or "big mind" spirit. Resources: Reinventing Medicine by Larry Dossey
Be Careful What You Pray For
KPFA broadcast date October 14, 1997
Dr. Larry Dossey MD Resources: Be Careful What You Pray For...You Just Might Get It by Larry Dossey
Prayer is Good Medicine
KPFA broadcast date July 23, 1996
Larry Dossey, MD Resources: Prayer is Good Medicine by Larry Dossey
Dowling
The Frailty Myth: Women Approaching Physical Equality
KPFA broadcast date September 12, 2000
Colette Dowling Resources: The Frailty Myth: Women Approaching Physical Equality by Colette Dowling
Duff
Learning from Illness
KPFA broadcast date August 6, 1996
Kat Duff discusses her book Resources: The Alchemy of Illness by Kat Duff
Earleywine
Understanding Marijuana
KPFA broadcast date March 11, 2003
Dr. Mitch Earleywine, PhD, Associate Professor of Clinical Science and Directory of Clinical Training in Psychology at UCLA discusses his research on marijuana Resources: Understanding Marijuana: A New Look at the Scientific Evidence by Mitch Earleywine
Eberstein
Atkins Diabetes Revolution
KPFA broadcast date October 12, 2004
Jacqueline Eberstein, RN, Director of Nutrition Information at Atkins Health and Medical Information Services discusses how the Atkins nutritional approach works to prevent and treat diabetes based on her 30 years of working with Robert Atkins, MD at his Atkins Nutritional Approach for Complementary Medicine. Resources: Atkins Diabetes Revolution by Robert Atkins, Mary Vernon, and Jacqueline Eberstein and Atkins Nutritional Approach for Complementary Medicine www.atkins.com
Edelman
Natural Healing For Mental Disorders
KPFA broadcast date November 7, 2000
Dr. Eva Edelman N.D. Resources: Natural Healing For Schizophrenia by Eva Edelman; Resources on mind, mood, and stress
Natural Healing for Schizophrenia
KPFA broadcast date November 23, 1999
Health Educator and Journalist Eva Edelman discusses a nutritional and orthomolecular approach Resources: Natural Healing For Schizophrenia by Eva Edelman; Resources on mind, mood, and stress
Emerson
Preventing and Treating Prenatal and Infant Trauma
KPFA broadcast date December 7, 1999
Dr.William Emerson, PhD, pychologist - Emerson Training Seminars
Engel
Animal Self-Medication
KPFA broadcast date August 20, 2002
Researcher Dr. Cindy Engel, PhD, discusses how wild animals medicate themselves Resources: Wild Health by Cindy Engel
Engelman
Women’s Rights and a Healthy Planet
KPFA broadcast date July 1, 2008
Robert Engelman, author of More: Population, Nature, and What Women Want, discusses how support for women’s reproductive rights is the best strategy for achieving a sustainable population. Resources: More: Population, Nature, and What Women Want by Robert Engelman and the book’s website morethebook.org; World Watch Institute www.worldwatch.org; Health and the Rise of Civilization by Mark Nathan Cohen; resources on women’s health and resources on health politics
Enig
Dietary Fats: Myths and Science
KPFA broadcast date January 13, 2004
Lipid researcher Dr. Mary Enig, PhD, discusses common misinformation about the science of dietary fats. Resources: Know Your Fats by Mary Enig, Eat Fat, Lose Fat by Sally Fallon and Mary Enig, Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon and Mary Enig, and Weston A. Price Foundation www.westonaprice.org
Dietary Fat is in the News
KPFA broadcast date April 8, 2003
Researcher Dr. Mary Enig, PhD the growing acceptance of fats in our diet Resources: Know Your Fats by Mary Enig, Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon and Mary Enig, and Weston A. Price Foundation www.westonaprice.org
Dietary Fat Update
KPFA broadcast date July 10, 2001
Lipid researcher Mary Enig, PhD discusses the latest on dietary fats Resources: Know Your Fats by Mary Enig, Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon and Mary Enig, and Weston A. Price Foundation www.westonaprice.org
The Truth About Dietary Fats
KPFA broadcast date May 23, 2000
Dr. Mary Enig PhD, lipid researcher discusses her book Resources: Know Your Fats by Mary Enig, Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon and Mary Enig, and Weston A. Price Foundation www.westonaprice.org
Facts about Fats
KPFA broadcast date November 17, 1998
Mary Enig PhD, lipid researcher Resources: Know Your Fats by Mary Enig, Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon and Mary Enig, and Weston A. Price Foundation www.westonaprice.org
Nourishing Traditions
KPFA broadcast date September 2, 1997
Sally Fallon and Dr. Mary Enig discuss their book Resources: Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon, Know Your Fats by Mary Enig, and Weston A. Price Foundation www.westonaprice.org
Ensler
The Good Body
KPFA broadcast date February 8, 2005
Playwright Eve Ensler discusses women's body image. Resources: The Good Body and The Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler and the VDay website www.vday.org
Epstein
The Politics of Cancer Revisited
KPFA broadcast date March 19, 2002
Dr. Samuel Epstein discusses the cancer establishment Resources: Cancer-Gate, The Politics of Cancer Revisited, and The Politics of Cancer by Samuel Epstein and the Cancer Prevention Coalition www.preventcancer.com/
Evans
Breast Cancer and Early Puberty
KPFA broadcast date May 5, 2009
Nancy Evans, health science consultant to the Breast Cancer Fund, discusses the environmental causes of breast cancer and the early onset of puberty. Resources: Breast Cancer Fund www.breastcancerfund.org; Resources on cancer, resources on women’s health, resources on children’s health, and resources on environmental health
Evers
Surviving Breast Cancer
KPFA broadcast date November 5, 1996
Laura Evers, Breast Cancer Survivior and Mountain Climber Resources: The Climb of My Life by Laura Evers
Fairechild
Protecting Your Health While Flying
KPFA broadcast date February 17, 2004
Diana Fairechild discusses her book Resources: Jet Smarter by Diana Fairechild www.flyana.com
Fallon
2010 USDA Dietary Guidelines and Food Safety Legislation
KPFA broadcast date July 6, 2010
Judith McGeary, attorney, farmer, and founder and executive director of the Farm and Ranch Freedom Alliance and Sally Fallon Morell, founder and director of the Weston A. Price Foundation, critique the 2010 USDA 2010 USDA Dietary Guidelines and Food Safety Legislation. Resources: Farm and Ranch Freedom Alliance and Weston A. Price Foundation; Resources on food, diet, and nutrition and resources on health politics
Real Food Saves Money
KPFA broadcast date November 4, 2008
Food journalist Sally Fallon, president of the Weston A. Price Foundation, discusses eating and preparing whole, unprocessed food and how it saves money at the cash register and reduces health care costs. Resources: Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon and Mary Enig; Weston A. Price Foundation www.westonaprice.org; Resources on food, nutrition, and diet and resources on children’s health
Dietary Fat is Good for You
KPFA broadcast date July 19, 2006
Sally Fallon, executive director of the Weston A. Price Foundation discusses the science of dietary fat. Resources: Eat Fat, Lose Fat by Sally Fallon and Mary Enig, Know Your Fats by Mary Enig, Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon and Mary Enig, and Weston A. Price Foundation www.westonaprice.org
Fake Foods
KPFA broadcast date February 24, 2004
Sally Fallon, health journalist and president of the Weston A. Price Foundation discusses the dangers of processed foods. Resources: Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon and Weston A. Price Foundation www.westonaprice.org
Safe, Nutritious Food
KPFA broadcast date July 15, 2003
Sally Fallon, president of the Weston A. Price Foundation, returns to discuss nutrient density, food safety, and safe food sources. Resources: Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon and Weston A. Price Foundation www.westonaprice.org
Nourishing Traditions and Food Preparation
KPFA broadcast date May 22, 2001
Sally Fallon, president of the Weston A. Price Foundation, discusses healthy food prep Resources: Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon and Weston A. Price Foundation www.westonaprice.org
More Nourishing Traditions
KPFA broadcast date July 18, 2000
Sally Fallon discusses safe food preparation and choice Resources: Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon and Weston A. Price Foundation www.westonaprice.org
Nourishing Traditions Update
KPFA broadcast date July 13, 1999
Sally Fallon, nutrition writer shares safe preparation of traditional foods Resources: Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon and Weston A. Price Foundation www.westonaprice.org
Nourishing Traditions
KPFA broadcast date September 2, 1997
Sally Fallon and Dr. Mary Enig discuss their book Resources: Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon, Know Your Fats by Mary Enig, and Weston A. Price Foundation www.westonaprice.org
Fawcett
The Body as an Ecology
KPFA broadcast date September 1, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD, authors of Too Much Medicine, Not Enough Health, discuss a core principle in their practice: the body works as an integrated whole. Selected health issues are used as examples including practical application of the principle to support and restore health. Resources: Too Much Medicine, Not Enough Health by Jeffry Fawcett and Layna Berman; Resources from Your Own Health And Fitness listed by topic
Boosting Immunity
KPFA broadcast date November 17, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD, authors of Too Much Medicine Not Enough Health, explore the mechanisms involved in improving healthy immunity. Included are recommendations for lifestyle and nutrient strategies. Resources: Resources on immunity, infections, and allergies, resources on digestion and gut health, resources on food, diet, and nutrition, resources on mind, mood, and stress, and resources on exercise
Food
KPFA broadcast date May 19, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss pre-agricultural diet and its health benefits, cooking whole foods, and food politics. Resources: Too Much Medicine, Not Enough Health by Jeffry Fawcett and Layna Berman; Health and the Rise of Civilization by Mark Nathan Cohen; resources on food, nutrition, and diet
Blood Sugar
KPFA broadcast date April 28, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD uncover the actual causes for metabolic disruptions that result in a diagnosis of diabetes and offer suggests for rebalance beyond drugs. Resources: Resources on diabetes; Essays by Malcolm Kendrick, MD A Sugary Tale and Berardinelli-Seip - Explain That and Type II Diabetes isn’t a Disease.
Vitamin Supplementation, Part 2
KPFA broadcast date February 24, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD continue their discussion of nutrient supplementation, including nutrient requirements and special attention to antioxidants. Resources: Resources on food, diet, and nutrition and resources on orthomolecular medicine; Orthomolecular Health Medicine Society www.ohmsociety.com; Orthomolecular Medicine News Service www.orthomolecular.org/resources/omns/; Linus Pauling Institute lpi.oregonstate.edu; Clinical Pearls www.clinicalpearls.com
Vitamin Supplementation, Part 1
KPFA broadcast date February 17, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD counter the conventional media reports on the use of nutrient supplementation with a review of well designed research. Resources: Resources on food, diet, and nutrition and resources on orthomolecular medicine; Orthomolecular Health Medicine Society www.ohmsociety.com; Orthomolecular Medicine News Service www.orthomolecular.org/resources/omns/; Linus Pauling Institute lpi.oregonstate.edu; Clinical Pearls www.clinicalpearls.com
Real Prevention
KPFA broadcast date October 21, 2008
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD, discuss the false political promise of health care reform based on preventive medicine in contrast to real prevention and health promotion based on informed individual and collective action. Resources: Resources on health politics, advocacy, prevention, and social health, resources on alternative healing, and any of the other resources from our show.
Healthy Lungs
KPFA broadcast date January 19, 2010
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett PhD uncover what damages our lungs and what protects and repairs them. Resources: Resources on nutrition, resources on environmental health, resources on heart health, resources on allergies, and resources on exercise.
Doing the Simplest Things First
KPFA broadcast date June 3, 2008
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, Phd discuss simple self care techniques for identifying and caring for developing illness. Resources: Resources on food, nutrition, and diet, resources on hormones, women’s health, and men’s health, resources on environmental health, resources on exercise and resources on mind, mood, and stress
Hypersensitivity
KPFA broadcast date April 1, 2008
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss hypersensitivity both to chemicals and electromagnetic fields. The hour includes a review of the science and practical solutions for identifying the source of symptoms and prudent mitigation. Resources: Scientific articles discussed on the show; resources on allergies, resources on environmental health, resources on EMF, resources on chronic illness, and The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine Aron
Aerial Spraying and Detoxification
KPFA broadcast date February 26, 2008
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss the risks posed by aerial spraying against the light brown apple moth and other agricultural pests along with detoxication methods for protection against these exposures Resources: Stop the Spraying www.stopthespray.org; resources on environmental health and on detoxification
Eating Sustainably
KPFA broadcast date February 5, 2008
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss sustainable food choices from the perspective of ecologically and socially sustainable practices in production, distribution, and impact on individual health. Resources: Resources on nutrition and on environmental health; Sustainable Health Institute www.sustainablehealthinstitute.org
Sustainable Health
KPFA broadcast date January 29, 2008
Jeffry Fawcett, PhD, founder and president of the Sustainable Health Institute, discusses sustainable health practices that enable people and their communities to thrive through the art of self care. Resources: Sustainable Health Institute www.sustainablehealthinstitute.org
Addiction Free Eating
KPFA broadcast date December 11, 2007
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss the interaction between food sensitivities/addictions and substance abuse. Resources: Resources on mind, mood, and stress and resources on food, diet, and nutrition
Dependencies: Solutions
KPFA broadcast date December 30, 2008
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD the attachments that create health risks from food to drugs, how to start the change process, and how to support the body in making changes. Resources: Resources on addiction and detoxification, mind, mood, and stress, The Natural Medicine Guide to Addiction by Stephanie Marohn, End Your Addiction Now by Charles Gant,, and Changing for Good by James Prochaska
Does Green Mean Non-toxic?
KPFA broadcast date August 28, 2007
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss toxic risks in “green” products and describe how to avoid exposures and boost detoxification pathways. Resources: Resources on environmental health and on detoxification; Cradle to Cradle by William McDonough and Michael Baumgart; Environmental Working Group www.ewg.org; Our Stolen Future www.ourstolenfuture.org; Microwave News www.microwavenews.com; Electromagnetic Fields: A Consumer's Guide to the Issues and How to Protect Ourselves by B. Blake Levitt; Healthy Car www.healthycar.org; Toxic at Any Speed by the Ecology Center www.ecocenter.org; A Small Dose of Toxicology www.asmalldoseof.org
Exercise and Disease Prevention
KPFA broadcast date January 6, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett PhD discuss the role of exercise in preventing disease including specific recommendations on forms of exercise and training regimes. Resources: Resources on exercise and musculoskeletal health; also resources on aging, cancer, heart health, insulin resistance, hormones, and stress
Menstrual Suppression Cautions
KPFA broadcast date May 29, 2007
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss the dangers of blocking women's periods with synthetic hormones with David Zava, PhD. Resources: Resources on hormones and women's health; What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer by John Lee, MD and David Zava, PhD; ZRT Laboratory www.zrtlab.com
Protect Yourself Against Stress-related Illness
An event presented on March 4, 2007
Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss how stress affects health and illness. Topics include
how stress is at the core of common diagnoses such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and autoimmune diseases;
how your body responds to stress and the cascade of metabolic events that lead to illness;
how to protect yourself from sources of stress;
how to increase your body's resilience in responding to stressors.
Resources: Resources on mind, mood, and stress; Resources on diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and obesity; Resources on cardiovascular and heart health; Resources on immunity;
how stress is at the core of common diagnoses such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and autoimmune diseases; how your body responds to stress and the cascade of metabolic events that lead to illness; how to protect yourself from sources of stress; how to increase your body's resilience in responding to stressors.Resources: Resources on mind, mood, and stress; Resources on diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and obesity; Resources on cardiovascular and heart health; Resources on immunity;
Overdiagnosis and Overtreatment Part 2
KPFA broadcast date June 5, 2007
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss how to avoid common diagnoses and the medical interventions that are typically prescribed Resources: Resources on diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and obesity; Resources on cardiovascular and heart health; Resources on digestion and gut health; Resources on exercise and musculoskeletal health; Resources on aging;
Overdiagnosis and Overtreatment Part 1
KPFA broadcast date May 22, 2007
Health integrationist Layna Berman and health educator Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss how to avoid common diagnoses and the medical interventions that are typically prescribed Resources: Should I Be Tested For Cancer? by H. Gilbert Welch; Resources on cancer; Resources on mind, mood, and stress; Resources on diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and obesity
Loss: Healing Through Transition
KPFA broadcast date January 2, 2007
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett PhD discuss the role of grief in making health care decisions during transitions. Resources: The Feeling of What Happens by Antonio Damasio; Changing for Good by James Prochaska; The Alchemy of Illness by Kat Duff
Fats
KPFA broadcast date April 21, 2009
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD explore the science of dietary fats: why they're essential to health, how they're metabolized, what constitutes a healthy ratio, and how good fats can “go bad.” Resources: “Fat and Death” in issue #7 of the Progressive Health Observer; “Healthy Mitochondria” in issue #9 of the Progressive Health Observer; resources on food, diet, and nutrition
Hypertension Revisited
KPFA broadcast date April 29, 2008
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss the newest information on the causes of hypertension and its non-pharmaceutical treatment. Resources: “Hypertension All Around” in issue #8 of the Progressive Health Observer; resources on cardiovascular and heart health
Healthy Home Inspection
KPFA broadcast date October 10, 2006
Environmental economist and health educator Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discusses how to identify and control exposures to pollutants, toxins, allergens, molds, and nonionizing radiation in the home and office. Resources: Resource on environmental health
Health News That Didn’t Fit
KPFA broadcast date May 23, 2006
Health educators Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss important health news and research that was reported wrong or not at all. Resources: Draft Report of the Independent Vitamin Safety Review Panel on the NIH Conference Report; Resources on cardiovascular and heart health; Resources on food and nutrition; Resources on hormones
Risk Factor Medicine
KPFA broadcast date August 30, 2005
Jeffry Fawcett, PhD and health educator Layna Berman discuss how symptoms of metabolic disruption are treated as diseases by conventional medicine wtih pharmaceuticals. They contrast this with protective and preventive self-care that includes nutrient-based strategies. Resources: Resources mentioned on the show.
Protecting Yourself from the Health Care System
KPFA broadcast date April 5, 2005
Health educator Layna Berman and health strategies advisor Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discuss protecting yourself and your wishes in a health care environment. Resources: Resources on politics, advocacy, prevention, and social health
Diabetes Prevention and Natural Treatment Update
KPFA broadcast date March 8, 2005
Health educator Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD of the "Progressive Health Observer" go over the latest research on prevention and natural treatment of diabetes. Resources: Resources on diabetes
Uncovering the Year's Health News
KPFA broadcast date December 14, 2004
Layna Berman and Jeffry Fawcett, PhD, editors and publishers of "Progressive Health Observer", examine health news reported in the conventional media and discuss what wasn't covered. Resources: Resources on food, diet, and nutrition, resources on cardiovascular and heart health, and resources on diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and obesity
Health Decisions for Diabetes and Other Effects of Metabolic Syndrome
KPFA broadcast date October 7, 2003
Dr. Jeffry Fawcett, PhD, health decision consultant, educates listeners about risks and prevention strategies for diabetes and other critical diagnoses Resources: Resources on diabetes
Making Health Decisions
KPFA broadcast date August 19, 2003
Health decision consultant Dr. Jeffry Fawcett, PhD discusses how to make health and medical decisions
Felix
Clara Felix: A Memorial
KPFA broadcast date July 31, 2007
Joined by Elliot Wagner, LAc, Clara Felix's son, health educator Layna Berman discusses the life and work of nutrition expert Clara Felix. Resources: Resources on food, nutrition, and diet.
The Best Nutrition Stories of 99
KPFA broadcast date January 4, 2000
Clara Felix Resources: The Felix Letter: A Commentary on Nutrition smartlifeforum.org/thefelixletter.htm
Omega 3 Fatty Acids for Mental and Physical Health
KPFA broadcast date January 12, 1999
Clara Felix Resources: The Felix Letter: A Commentary on Nutrition smartlifeforum.org/thefelixletter.htm
Nutrition Update
KPFA broadcast date May 6, 1997
Nutritionist Clara Felix discusses the latest research in nutrition. Resources: The Felix Letter: A Commentary on Nutrition smartlifeforum.org/thefelixletter.htm
Feuer
Innocent Casualties of the FDA
KPFA broadcast date August 12, 1997
Elaine Feuer discusses her book Resources: Innocent Casualties: The FDA's War Against Humanity by Elaine Feuer
Fink
Third Opinion: Alternative Therapy Directory
KPFA broadcast date December 9, 1997
John M. Fink Resources: Third Opinion: Alternative Therapy Directory by John M. Fink
Fischer
Medical Aromatherapy : Using Essential Oils to Treat Pathology
KPFA broadcast date March 14, 2000
Julia Fischer, Medical Aromatherapist Resources: Medical Aromatherapy and Advanced Aromatherapy by Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt; resources on alternative healing
Fisher
Swine Flu
KPFA broadcast date October 13, 2009
Barbara Loe Fisher, president of the National Vaccine Information Center, discusses the risks of swine flu vaccination and the other aspects of the conventional strategy for flu prevention. Resources: National Vaccine Information Center www.nvic.org; Resources on immunity
HPV Vaccine Risks
KPFA broadcast date March 20, 2007
Barbara Loe Fisher, president of the National Vaccine Information Center, discusses the risks from the campaign to mass vaccinate with the new HPV vaccine. Resources: National Vaccine Information Center www.nvic.org; A Shot in the Dark by Harris Coulter and Barbara Fisher and A Consumer’s Guide to Childhood Vaccines by Barbara Fisher; Resources on immunity, resources on cancer, and resources on children's health
Fitzgerald
Poisoned Progress
KPFA broadcast date June 27, 2006
Randall Fitzgerald discusses his book The Hundred-Year Lie about modern life increasing toxic body burden. The show includes how to identify exposures and detoxification support. Resources: The Hundred-Year Lie by Randall Fitzgerald http://www.hundredyearlie.com
Fitzpatrick
Soy: Panacea or Poison?
KPFA broadcast date February 15, 2000
Mike Fitzpatrick PhD Environmental chemist discusses the dangers of the overconsumption of soyfoods
Soy Health Risks
KPFA broadcast date March 9, 1999
Michael Fitzpatrick PhD, environmental chemist
Freeman
Panic Free
KPFA broadcast date August 13, 1996
Lynne Freeman PhD Resources: Panic Free by Lynne Freeman
Fry
Memorial to the work of nutrient researcher Dr. Brian Leibovitz Phd
KPFA broadcast date October 10, 2000
Ed Fry Consumer Advocate in the vitamin industry
The Pharmaceutical-ization of Vitamin Supplements
KPFA broadcast date November 3, 1998
Edward Fry, Consumer Advocate
Exposing Supplement Myths
KPFA broadcast date August 8, 1995
Ed Fry, Consumer Advocate
Gaeddert
Flu Part Two: Homeopathy and Herbal Medicine
KPFA broadcast date January 17, 2006
Dana Ullman, MPH and Andrew Gaeddert discuss homeopathic and herbal alternatives for protection from and treatment of the flu in the context of the potential pandemic of avian flu. Resources: Everybody's Guide to Homeopathic Medicines: Safe and Effective Remedies for You and Your Family by Stephen Cummings and Dana Ullman, Homeopathic Educational Services www.homeopathic.com and Healing Immune Disorders: Natural Defense-Building Solutions by Andrew Gaeddert, Health Concerns www.healthconcerns.com
Galland
Integrated Medicine
KPFA broadcast date August 4, 1998
Dr. Leo Galland, MD Resources: Power Healing by Leo Galland
Gant
End Addictions With Nutrient Therapy
KPFA broadcast date February 10, 2004
Physician and researcher Dr. Charles Gant, MD, PhD discusses nutrient-based treatment of addiction Resources: End Your Addiction Now by Charles Gant
End Your Addiction Now
KPFA broadcast date February 18, 2003
Physician and researcher Dr. Charles Gant, MD, PhD discusses nutrient-based treatment of addiction Resources: End Your Addiction Now by Charles Gant
Garcia
Genetically Altered Food
KPFA broadcast date October 25, 2005
Deborah Koons Garcia, director, writer, and producer of The Future of Food, discusses the market forces behind GMO and how communities can organize successful opposition. Resources: www.thefutureoffood.com
Gard
The Obesity Epidemic: Science, Morality, and Ideology
KPFA broadcast date September 27, 2005
Michael Gard, senior lecturer in health studies at Charles Sturt University, Australia critiques the science and social stigma of the alleged obesity epidemic. Resources: The Obesity Epidemic by Michael Gard and Jan Wright
Gardner
Multiple Intelligence for the 21st Century
KPFA broadcast date December 21, 1999
Howard Gardner PhD discusses research on multiple intelligences Resources: Intelligence Reframed by Howard Gardner
Gennari
Essential Oils: Botanical Healing
KPFA broadcast date December 16, 2003
Valerie Gennari Cooksley, RN discusses therapeutic applications of essential oils. Resources: Healing Home Spa by Valerie Gennari Cooksley www.floramedica.com
Gillson
Flawed Research: HRT
KPFA broadcast date August 13, 2002
Physicians Dr. John Lee and Dr. George Gillson, and biochemist Dr. David Zava discuss the flaws in the Women's Health Initiative Study about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) Resources: What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer by John Lee and David Zava and What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause by John Lee and ZRT Laboratory www.zrtlab.com
Treating MS with Transdermal Histimine and Supplements
KPFA broadcast date July 24, 2001
Researcher Dr. George Gillson, MD, PhD discusses new treatments for multiple sclerosis
Gittleman
Before the Change: Taking Charge of Your Perimenopause
KPFA broadcast date May 12, 1998
Ann Louise Gittleman, MS, CNS Resources: Before the Change: Taking Charge of Your Perimenopause by Ann Louise Gittleman
The Dangers of High Carb Diets for Women
KPFA broadcast date October 17, 1995
Ann Louise Gittleman, nutritionist and former director at Pritikin Longevity Center Resources: Super Nutrition for Women by Ann Louise Gittleman
Glantz
Smoking: The Truth
KPFA broadcast date February 21, 2006
Stan Glantz, MD professor of medicine at UC San Francisco and an anti-tobacco activist unpacks the science behind smoking's dangers and overweight's relative safety. Resources: UCSF Tobacco Control Program cc.ucsf.edu/research/tobacco.html; Tobacco Control Archives library.ucsf.edu/tobacco; Smoke Free Movies smokefreemovies.ucsf.edu/; "Nicotine Addiction" Progressive Health Observer #4
Gofman
Medical Radiation in the Promotion of Cancer and Heart Disease
KPFA broadcast date September 9, 2003
Dr. John Gofman, MD, PhD professor Emeritus, molecular and cell biology University of California, Berkeley, discusses his extensive research correlating cancer and heart disease to radiation exposure from
Medical Radiation
KPFA broadcast date July 18, 2000
Dr. John Gofman PhD discusses new research on the increased dangers of medical radiation.
Radiation Exposure: Are You at Risk?
KPFA broadcast date November 21, 1995
John Gofman MD, PhD, Nuclear Physical Chemistry, Prof of Molecular and Cell Biology, UC
Goldberg
The Dark Side of Love: The Positive Role of Our Negative Feelings
KPFA broadcast date January 16, 1996
Jane Goldberg PhD Resources: The Dark Side of Love by Jane Goldberg
Goldin
Malleable Mind
KPFA broadcast date December 1, 2009
Philippe Goldin, PhD, Head of Clinically Applied Affective Neuroscience Group, Stanford University discusses what research on the brain shows us about individual responses to specific therapies. Included is a discussion of how we change and the healing influences of meditation-, cognitive-, and emotion-focused therapies. Resources: Clinically Applied Affective Neuroscience (CAAN) caan.stanford.edu; resources on mind, mood, and stress and resources on children’s health
Goleman
Destructive Emotions
KPFA broadcast date January 14, 2003
Dr. Daniel Goleman, journalist discusses his new book written from dialogues with Tibet's Dalai Lama Resources: Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman
Gonzalez
Alternative Treatments for Prostate Cancer
KPFA broadcast date November 21, 2000
Dr. Nicolas Gonzalez discusses non-invasive options for the treatment of prostate cancer
Nutritive Cancer Therapy
KPFA broadcast date July 11, 2000
Dr. Nicolas Gonzalez
Goodenough
The Sacred Depths of Nature
KPFA broadcast date December 15, 1998
Ursula Goodenough, Professor of biology at Washington University discusses her new book about the spiritual meaning found in science Resources: The Sacred Depths of Nature by Ursula Goodenough
Gordon
Detoxifying Metals
KPFA broadcast date July 9, 2002
Dr. Eric Gordon, MD discusses recovery from mercury and other metal toxicity
Graveline
Statin Proliferation
KPFA broadcast date April 11, 2006
Dr. Duane Graveline, MD cautions against the use of statin drugs. Resources: Statin Drugs: Side Effects and the Misguided War on Cholestrol and Lipitor: Thief of Memory by Duane Graveline, MD and The International Network of Cholesterol Skeptics www.thincs.org
Statins: Memory Destroying Drugs
KPFA broadcast date June 29, 2004
Dr. Duane Graveline, MD, discusses his book "Lipitor, Thief of Memory" about the effect of cholesterol lowering statin drugs on memory Resources: Lipitor: Thief of Memory by Duane Graveline, MD and The International Network of Cholesterol Skeptics www.thincs.org
Gray
How Play Makes Us Human
KPFA broadcast date June 15, 2010
Peter Gray, PhD, a research professor of psychology at Boston College, is a specialist in developmental and evolutionary psychology. His work focuses on play as a Foundation for Hunter-Gatherer Social Existence. He demonstrates how people working together in a non hierarchical setting turn work into play. Resources: Peter Gray’s Psychology Today blog Freedom to Learn; resources on mind, mood, and stress, resources on children’s health, and resources on health politics
Alzheimer's Disease: Frequently Asked Questions
KPFA broadcast date April 14, 1998
Frena Gray-Davidson Resources: Alzheimer's Disease: Frequently Asked Questions by Frena Gray-Davidson
Greider
The Cost Of Pharmaceuticals
KPFA broadcast date October 14, 2003
Journalist Katherine Greider exposes the price manipulations of the pharmaceutical industry. This is a pledge drive show. Resources: The Big Fix by Katherine Greider
Haeger
Protecting Consumer Access to Natural Products
KPFA broadcast date October 6, 1998
Susan Haeger, President of Citizens for Health
Hagler
Noise Pollution and Health
KPFA broadcast date April 20, 2010
Retired research physician and anti-noise activist Dr. Louis Hagler discusses his groundbreaking article about the health effects of noise pollution. Resources: Noise Pollution: A Modern Plague by Lisa Goines, RN and Louis Hagler, MD; Noise Off www.noiseoff.org; Noise Pollution Clearinghouse www.nonoise.org; Noise Free America www.noisefree.org; League for the Hard of Hearing www.lhh.org/noise; Resources on environmental health and resources on children’s health
Hamilton
Homeopathy for Pets
KPFA broadcast date January 30, 2007
Dr. Don Hamilton, DVM discusses his book about homeopathic theory and the care and treatment of cats and dogs. Resources: Homeopathic Care for Cats and Dogs by Donald Hamilton
Hammel
Codex Threatens Access to Supplements
KPFA broadcast date March 30, 2004
John Hammel of International Advocates for Health Freedom and Dr. Robert Verkerk, PhD, executive director of Alliance for Natural Health (UK) discuss threats to our access to supplements. Resources: International Advocates for Health Freedom www.iahf.com and Alliance for Natural Health (UK) www.alliance-natural-health.org
Codex and the Threat to Our Access to Vitamins and Supplements
KPFA broadcast date March 27, 2001
John Hammell from International Advocates for Health Freedom
Hampton
Alternatives to Wireless Broadband
KPFA broadcast date June 9, 2009
Activists Doug Loranger and Sally Hampton discuss the substantial problems with wireless broadband and explain safer, more effective options. They also discuss the worldwide citizen activism against the proliferation of wireless technologies. Resources: CLOUT (Coalition for Local Oversight of Utility Technologies) cloutnow.org; TeleTruth (Alliance for Customers’ Telecommunications & Broadband Rights) teletruth.org; Resources on wireless technology and resources on health politics
Harris
Lyme: Why, Whether, & What to Do
KPFA broadcast date March 28, 2006
A discussion of the newest testing and non pharmaceutical treatments for Lyme Diseases. Guests are Cindy Quattro, PA, LAc and Nick Harris, PhD from IGeneX Labs. Resources: IGeneX Lab www.igenex.com; California Lyme Disease Association www.calda.intranets.com; Lyme Disease Network www.lymenet.org; Lyme Disease Association www.lymediseaseassociation.org; International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society www.ilads.org; Health Freedom Solutions www.healthfreedomsolutions.com
Harter
Cancer Treatment Alternatives
KPFA broadcast date May 9, 2006
Tanya Harter Pierce, MA, MFCC discusses the wide variety of successful alternatives to conventional cancer treatments. Resources: Outsmart Your Cancer: Alternative Non-Toxic Treatments that Work by Tanya Harter Pierce www.outsmartyourcancer.com; OncoLab; Resources on cancer
Havas
Dirty Electricity and EMF Health Dangers
KPFA broadcast date May 30, 2006
Magda Havas, BSc, PhD, Associate Professor of Environmental and Resource Studies, Trent University, Ontario, Canada discusses low dose radiation health effects. Resources: Publications by Dr. Havas www.electricalpollution.com and www.stop-emf.ca; Graham Stetzer filters www.stetzerelectric.com and www.getpurepower.ca; Resources on radiation
Heddle
From Radio Frequency to Bug Spray
KPFA broadcast date May 6, 2008
Protecting citizen health from corporate power. An interview with film makers Mary Beth Branagan and James Heddle from EON Ecological Options Network. Resources: Ecological Options Networ www.eon3.net; resources on environmental health, resources on radiation, and resources on health politics and advocacy
Heery
How We Are Aging
KPFA broadcast date August 31, 2010
Psychologist Dr. Myrtle Heery discusses the unique way that baby boomers are approaching aging. She is co-editor of the book Awakening to Aging: Glimpsing the Gifts of Aging Resources: Myrtle Heery’s website The International Institute for Humanistic Studies; Awakening to Aging by Myrtle Heery and Greg Richardson; Resources on aging and resources on mind, mood, and stress
Inner Voice and Intuition in Healing
KPFA broadcast date November 4, 1997
Myrtle Heery PhD
Halloween: When Healthy People Hear Voices
KPFA broadcast date October 31, 1995
Myrtle Heery PhD
Heimowitz
Atkins for Life
KPFA broadcast date May 20, 2003
A memorial to Dr. Robert Atkins, an interview with Colette Heimowitz, director of education and research for the Atkins Health and Medical Information Services discusses Dr. Atkins's last book Resources: Atkins for Life by Robert Atkins
Low Carb for Life
KPFA broadcast date July 30, 2002
Robert Atkins discusses his low carb diet, recently vindicated in the press
Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution
KPFA broadcast date July 2, 2002
Dr. Robert Atkins discusses low carbohydrate nutrition
Hemenway
Raising Food Ecologically All Year
KPFA broadcast date May 12, 2009
Toby Hemenway, author of Gaia’s Garden, and Elliot Coleman, author of The Winter Harvest Handbook, discuss gardening and farming by nature’s rules. Resources: Gaia’s Garden by Toby Hemenway and his website www.patternliteracy.com, The Winter Harvest Handbook by Elliot Coleman and his website www.fourseasonfarm.com; resources on food, nutrition, and diet and resources on environmental health
Henriques
Different Approaches to Homeopathy
KPFA broadcast date December 19, 1995
Nicola Henriques, LicLCCH, MHMA, BRCP and Dana Ullman, MPH Resources: Everybody's Guide to Homeopathic Medicines: Safe and Effective Remedies for You and Your Family by Stephen Cummings and Dana Ullman and Homeopathic Educational Services www.homeopathic.com
Henson
Fatal Harvest: The Tragedy of Industrial Agriculture
KPFA broadcast date October 22, 2002
Monica Moore, co-director of Pesticide Action Network and Dave Henson, director of the Occidental Arts and Ecology Center discuss corrective measure for our farm crisis
Hoffer
Megavitamin Therapeutics
KPFA broadcast date June 30, 2009
Andrew Saul, PhD, author with Abram Hoffer, MD, PhD of Orthomolecular Medicine for Everyone, discusses orthomolecular health medicine, nutrient-based self-care, and the work of the late Abram Hoffer. Resources: Orthomolecular Medicine for Everyone by Abram Hoffer and Andrew Saul; Doctor Yourself www.doctoryourself.com; Orthomolecular Medicine News Service www.orthomolecular.org/resources/omns; resources on orthomolecular medicine and resources on food, nutrition, and diet
Natural Nutrition For Children
KPFA broadcast date May 16, 2000
Dr. Abram Hoffer MD PhD discusses his nutrient-based approach to learning and behavior disorders in children Resources: Dr Hoffer's ABCs of Natural Nutrition for Children by Abram Hoffer
Ingram
Drinking Water
KPFA broadcast date August 14, 2007
Colin Ingram discusses how to eliminate toxins from your water. Resources: The Drinking Water Book by Colin Ingram
Safe Drinking Water
KPFA broadcast date June 10, 1997
Colin Ingram discusses safe drinking water. Resources: The Drinking Water Book by Colin Ingram
Isaacs
Neurofeedback
KPFA broadcast date September 26, 2006
Julian Isaacs, PhD discusses normalizing the brain with neurofeedback. Resources: EEG Spectrum International www.eegspectrum.com; International Society for Neurofeedback and Research www.isnr.org; Applied Neuroscience www.appliedneuroscience.com; Futurehealth www.futurehealth.org; Emotional Freedom Technique www.emofree.com
Iton
Longevity and Socio-Economic Stress
KPFA broadcast date April 15, 2008
Tony Iton, MD, MPH, Alameda County Public Health Department Director and Health Officer discusses the lessons of the California Newsreel documentary and PBS series Unnatural Causes. Resources: Unnatural Causes www.unnaturalcauses.org; Bay Area Regional Health Inequities Initiative www.barhii.org; resources on health politics, advocacy, prevention, and social health and resources on stress
Iverson
Music and the Brain
KPFA broadcast date July 13, 2010
Aniruddh D. Patel, Ph.D., Senior Fellow in Theoretical Neurobiology at The Neurosciences Research Foundation with his colleague Dr. John Iversen will discuss their research described in the book Music, Language and the Brain. Resources: Music, Language, and the Brain by Aniruddh D. Patel; Resources on mind, mood, and stress
Johansson
The Science of RFR Health Risks
KPFA broadcast date April 25, 2006
Olle Johansson, MD associate professor in the Experimental Dermatology Unit, Department of Neuoscience, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden discusses new research about the dangers of exposure to radio frequency radiation from cell phones and wireless technologies. Resources: Resources on radiation
Electrosmog
KPFA broadcast date November 29, 2005
Researcher Olle Johansson, MD, associate professor in the Department of Neuroscience, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden, discusses long term studies showing the adverse health effects of exposure to radio frequency radiation from wireless technologies. Activist Doug Loranger discusses his film Bad Reception: The Wireless Revolution in San Francisco and community activism against citywide wireless broadband Internet access. Resources: EMFacts Consultancy (Australia) www.emfacts.com; ; Bad Reception: The Wireless Revolution in San Francisco a film by Doug Loranger, DVD availble at the Free Speech Network; San Francisco Neighborhood Antenna-Free Union www.antennafreeunion.org
Johnson
Growing Food
KPFA broadcast date February 12, 2008
Wendy Johnson, author of Gardening at the Dragon’s Gate. Buddhist meditation teacher, and organic gardening mentor, discusses gardening practices that cultivate healthful food, the gardener, and the consumer.. Resources: Gardening at the Dragon’s Gate website www.gardeningatthedragonsgate.com; resources on food and on mind and mood.
Johnston
Single Payer Health Insurance
KPFA broadcast date September 5, 2006
Bree Johnston, MD physician-spokesperson from the group Physicians for a National Health Program will discuss the new California single payer health insurance system, new statistics on the uninsured released by the US Census Bureau, the ongoing health care crisis in the US, specific effects on local areas, and options for health care reform. Resources: Physicians for a National Health Policy www.pnhp.org ; Health Care for All www.healthcareforall.org ; OneCareNow www.onecarenow.org
Jones
Oppression and Healing
KPFA broadcast date December 13, 2005
A discussion of how people of color and political progressives can counter the damaging health effects of social stress and the threat of violence. Layna Berman will be joined by long time African-American activist and radio producer Lewis Sawyer and Ana-Marie Jones, disaster preparedness expert and executive director of CARD (Collaborating Agencies Responding to Disasters). Resources: Collaborating Agencies Responding to Disasters (CARD) www.firstvictims.org; The End of Stress as We Know It by Bruce McEwen; Resources on stress
Avian Flu: What to Do
KPFA broadcast date November 15, 2005
Ana-Marie Jones, disaster preparedness expert and executive director of CARD (Collaborating Agencies Responding to Disasters) and Daniel P. Perales, DrPH, MPH, San Jose State University Department of Health Science discuss community activism and preparedness in the face of avian flu. Resources: Collaborating Agencies Responding to Disasters (CARD) www.firstvictims.org and Daniel Perales, DrPH dperales@sjsu.edu
The Antibiotic Alternative
KPFA broadcast date January 9, 2001
Biochemist Cindy Jones PhD discusses prevention and treatment of infection, including vaccination cautions
Josephson
The Principles of Homeopathy
KPFA broadcast date September 17, 2002
Laura Josephson, CCH, RSHom, discusses how homeopathic remedies work Resources: A Homeopathic Handbook of Natural Remedies by Laura Josephson
Judd
Horse Therapy
KPFA broadcast date June 2, 2009
Physical therapist Fran Judd discusses her work utilizing Hippotherapy ("treatment with the help of the horse") to benefit patients with a variety of neurological and orthopedic conditions, including Parkinson's disease, cerebral palsy, autism, developmental delays, and back pain. Resources: Renaissance Health and Learning Center www.rhlc.net; Resources on children’s health and resources on mind and mood
Kabat-Zinn
Meditation as a Treatment for Pain and Stress Disorders
KPFA broadcast date February 9, 1999
Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD Resources: Wherever You Go There You Are and Full Catastrophe Living by Jon Kabat-Zinn
Kahn
Healing Magnets
KPFA broadcast date August 8, 2000
Medical Consultant Sherry Kahn
Kaiser
Healing HIV
KPFA broadcast date May 4, 1999
Dr. Jon Kaiser, a physican with an integrated approach discusses his new book. Resources: Healing HIV by Jon Kaiser; resources on immunity and on chronic illness
Karp
Raising a Happy Toddler
KPFA broadcast date February 10, 2009
Pediatrician and author Dr. Harvey Karp teaches parents to communicate with toddlers and infants by understanding how they express themselves. His programs are targeted to stop child abuse. Resources: The Happiest Baby on the Block and The Happiest Toddler on the Block by Harvey Karp; The Happiest Baby website www.thehappiestbaby.com; Resources on children’s health
Katz
Cultivating Live Cultures for Healthy Gut and Immune Function
KPFA broadcast date May 20, 2008
Sandor Katz, author of Wild Fermentation, discusses home cultivation of fermented foods with live cultures including the health benefits Resources: Wild Fermentation by Sandor Katz available on the website wildfermentation.com/; resources on food, diet, and nutrition
Keith
The Vegetarian Myth
KPFA broadcast date September 29, 2009
Environmental activist Lierre Keith, 20-year vegan and author of The Vegetarian Myth discusses the many ways in which people have been led astray by ideas about vegetarianism as Lierre discovered through her own experience and research. Resources: The Vegetarian Myth by Lierre Keith; Resources on food, nutrition, and diet, resources on environmental health and resources on politics
Kelley
WiMax: The Next Wireless Exposure
KPFA broadcast date December 4, 2007
Libby Kelley, Executive Director of the International Commission for Electromagnetic Safety and founder of Council on Wireless Technology Impacts, discusses this latest wireless technology, its risks, and an upcoming meeting of activists and scientists concerned about its spread. Includes extended discussion on self-care not available on the broadcast version. Resources: Council on Wireless Technology Impacts (CWTI) www.energyfields.org, International Commission for Electromagnetic Safety (ICEMS) www.icems.eu, resources on raditation
Kendrick
Heart Disease: What’s the Real Cause?
KPFA broadcast date August 4, 2009
Malcolm Kendrick, MD, author of The Great Cholesterol Con, discusses what’s wrong with conventional medicine’s approach to heart disease, what really causes it, and how to avoid it. Resources: The Great Cholesterol Con by Malcolm Kendrick; Essays by Dr. Kendrick; The International Network of Cholesterol Skeptics www.thincs.org; resources on cardiovascular and heart health, resources on stress, and resources on nutrition
Heart Disease: What Is It Really?
KPFA broadcast date February 28, 2006
Uffe Ravnskov, MD, PhD and Malcolm Kendrick, MD destroy common myths about heart disease and its cause. Resources: Cholesterol Myths by Uffe Ravnskov, MD, PhD www.ravnskov.nu/cholesterol.htm; Malcolm Kendrick, MD www.redflagsdaily.com
Challenging the Convention on Heart Disease and Diabetes
KPFA broadcast date April 26, 2005
An interview with Malcolm Kendrick, MD, who works as a doctor in the north of England and writes extensively on heart disease, obesity, and diabetes, arguing that the anti-fat, pro-carbohydrate conventional wisdom has promoted all three. Resources: Red Flags www.redflagsdaily.com and resources cardiovascular and heart health and resources on diabetes.
Kenner
Botanical Medicine
KPFA broadcast date August 5, 1997
Herbalist Dan Kenner discusses his book Resources: Botanical Medicine: A European Professional Perspective by Dan Kenner
Kessler
Eating Gone Wrong
KPFA broadcast date May 18, 2010
Former FDA commissioner David Kessler, MD, author of The End of Overeating discusses how the food industry has designed overeating into its products and what we can do to protect ourselves. Resources: David Kessler, MD website for The End of Overeating; Resources on food, diet, and nutrition and resources on health politics,
Ketcham
Wireless Risks in the Mainstream
KPFA broadcast date February 9, 2010
Journalists Christopher Ketcham and Michael Segell discuss the risks of wireless technologies and dirty electricity from their work published in GQ magazine (Ketcham) and Prevention magazine (Segell)—to date, the most prominent in mainstream media. Resources: Warning: Your Cell Phone May Be Hazardous to Your Health by Christopher Ketcham; Electroshocker: A Prevention Special Report by Michael Segell; Resources on radiation and on environmental health
Kibbey
Environmentally Healthy Home
KPFA broadcast date March 10, 1998
David Kibbey, Natural Building Consultant
Creating a Non-toxic Home and Office
KPFA broadcast date August 29, 1995
David Kibbey, Nat. Building Ntwrk and David Bierman, Accupuncturist
Kidd
Brain Health Update
KPFA broadcast date January 7, 1997
Dr. Parris Kidd PhD
Liver Health Supplements and De-mystifying EFAs
KPFA broadcast date December 10, 1996
Dr. Parris Kidd Biochemist
A Balanced Approach to Improved Brain Function
KPFA broadcast date December 5, 1995
Parris Kidd PhD, Biochemist, Researcher in Product Development
Kirschenmann
Sustainable Food Production
KPFA broadcast date March 23, 1999
Peter Rossett, PhD Direc. Food First and Fredrick Kirschenmann PhD, from Farm Verified Organic Resources: World Hunger: 12 Myths by Frances Moore Lappe, Joseph Collins, and Peter Rossett
Korda
Surviving Prostate Cancer
KPFA broadcast date July 16, 1996
Michael Korda Resources: Man to Man by Michael Korda
Kramer
Should You Leave? Intimacy and autonomy
KPFA broadcast date March 24, 1998
Psychologist Dr. Peter Kramer Resources: Should You Leave? Intimacy and Autonomy by Peter Kramer
Kuffel
Passing For Thin
KPFA broadcast date June 8, 2004
Frances Kuffel, literary agent discusses her book about losing weight, self-image, and overcoming food addictions. Resources: Passing for Thin: Losing Half My Weight and Finding Myself by Frances Kuffel www.franceskuffel.net
Kunin
Getting the Most for Your Medical Dollar
KPFA broadcast date August 17, 2010
Orthomolecular physician Richard Kunin, MD discusses the tests and other evaluations that are worth your time and money in making informed health and medical decisions. Resources: Resources on orthomolecular health medicine
Megavitamin Therapy
KPFA broadcast date December 15, 2009
Richard Kunin, MD, president of the Orthomolecular Health Medicine Society, discusses the latest orthomolecular science and the use of nutrients in treating illness and promoting health. Resources: Orthomolecular Health Medicine Society www.ohmsociety.com; Orthomolecular Medicine News Service www.orthomolecular.org/resources/omns; Resources on orthomolecular medicine and resources on food, diet, and nutrition
Childhood Brain Injuries
KPFA broadcast date March 24, 2009
A discussion with Richard Kunin, MD, about the causes of neurological brain injuries such as Autism, Tourette's, and ADHD, and their etiology, prevention and treatment. Resources: Richard Kunin, MD www.drinkyourminerals.com; resources on children’s health, resources on mind and mood, and resources on orthomolecular medicine
Nutrient Basics
KPFA broadcast date December 18, 2007
Orthomolecular physician Richard Kunin, MD discusses what's needed for basic nutrient supplementation and the actions of individual nutrients. Resources: Orthomolecular Health Medicine Society www.ohmsociety.com ; Orthomolecular Medicne News Service www.orthomolecular.org/resources/omns, resources on food, diet, and nutrition, and resources on orthomolecular medicine
Preserving the Gut by Boosting Methylation
KPFA broadcast date July 5, 2005
Orthomolecular physician and researcher Richard Kunin, MD discusses the role of methylation in preserving the health of the gastrointestinal system Resources: Orthomolecular Health Medicine Society www.ohmsociety.com ; Orthomolecular Medicne News Service www.orthomolecular.org/resources/omns
Genetics, Folate, and Disease
KPFA broadcast date January 25, 2005
Orthomolecular physician Dr. Richard Kunin, MD discusses how treating genetically based nutrient deficiencies prevents disease. Resources: Orthomolecular Health Medicine Society www.ohmsociety.com; Orthomolecular Medicine News Service www.orthomolecular.org/resources/omns
Orthomolecular Medicine: Diagnosis and Treatment Strategies (two hour special)
KPFA broadcast date December 18, 2001
Orthomolecular Physican Dr. Richard Kunin MD compares conventional medicine to nutrient based medicine. Resources: Orthomolecular Health Medicine Society www.ohmsociety.com ; Orthomolecular Medicne News Service www.orthomolecular.org/resources/omns
Obscure Diagnoses - Often missed ailments and their treatments
KPFA broadcast date June 13, 2000
Orthomolecular Physican Dr. Richard Kunin Resources: Orthomolecular Health Medicine Society www.ohmsociety.com ; Orthomolecular Medicne News Service www.orthomolecular.org/resources/omns
Individualizing Your Nutrient Program
KPFA broadcast date October 19, 1999
Dr. Richard Kunin, MD Founder: The Society of Orthomolecular Medicine Resources: Orthomolecular Health Medicine Society www.ohmsociety.com ; Orthomolecular Medicne News Service www.orthomolecular.org/resources/omns
Orthomolecular Medicine: Treating with Targeted Nutrient Therapies
KPFA broadcast date September 14, 1999
Richard Kunin MD (S.F. Physican) Resources: Orthomolecular Health Medicine Society www.ohmsociety.com ; Orthomolecular Medicne News Service www.orthomolecular.org/resources/omns
Lahita
Auto-Immunity and Lupus
KPFA broadcast date September 8, 1998
Robert Lahita, MD and Henry Scammell Resources: Lupus: Everything You Need To Know by Robert Lahita and The New Arthritis Breakthrough and Scleroderma by Henry Scammell
Lai
Health Risks from Nonionizing Radiation
KPFA broadcast date January 16, 2007
Researcher Henry Lai, PhD of the University of Washington discusses the latest research on the health risks from wireless technologies. Resources: Resources on radiation
Lamson
Hepatitis C & Naturopathic Treatment
KPFA broadcast date January 30, 2001
Chemist and Naturopathic Physican Dr. Davis Lamson From the Tahoma Clinic
Langer
Thyroid Health
KPFA broadcast date October 21, 1997
Dr. Stephen Langer MD Resources: Solved: the Riddle of Illness by Stephen Langer
Larson
7 Weeks to Emotional Healing
KPFA broadcast date October 26, 1999
Joan Mathews Larson PhD Using natural supplements to treat psychiatric symptoms
Seven Weeks to Sobriety
KPFA broadcast date June 3, 1997
Dr. Joan Mathews Larson discusses her book Resources: Seven Weeks to Sobriety by Joan Mathews Larson
Lasater
Restorative Yoga
KPFA broadcast date August 27, 1996
Judith Lasater PT Resources: Relax and Renew by Judith Lasater
Latimer
You're Not Old Until You're Ninety... Best to be Prepared However
KPFA broadcast date January 6, 1998
Rebecca Latimer, age 92 Resources: You're Not Old Until You're Ninety by Rebecca Latimer
Lavin
Furniture Toxins
KPFA broadcast date June 12, 2007
Health educator Layna Berman is joined by Mike Lavin from European Sleepworks to discuss the hidden toxins in furniture, fabrics, and bedding, and also discuss healthier alternatives. Resources: European Sleepworks www.sleepworks.com;Resources on environmental health
LeDoux
The Neuroscience of Emotion
KPFA broadcast date March 23, 2010
Neuorscientist Joseph LeDoux, author of The Emotional Brain, discusses the origins of our emotional life, how it affects how we see, decide, and act, and how all are affected by trauma. Resources: Center for Neural Science, LeDoux Lab; The Emotional Brain by Joseph LeDoux; Resources on mind and mood
Lee
A Memorial to Dr. John Lee, MD
KPFA broadcast date August 3, 2010
A memorial to Dr. John Lee, MD who wrote books and educated physicians and individuals about the importance of natural progesterone and other bio-identical hormones, with excerpts from shows with Dr. Lee and comments by his wife Pat Lee. Resources: What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer by John Lee and David Zava and What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause by John Lee; Resources on hormones and women's health
Hormones in the News
KPFA broadcast date June 3, 2003
Physician Dr. John Lee, MD and biochemist Dr. David Zava, PhD discuss recent reports on the effects of synthetic hormones and how these differ from bio-identical hormones. Resources: What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer by John Lee and David Zava and What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause by John Lee and ZRT Laboratory www.zrtlab.com
Flawed Research: HRT
KPFA broadcast date August 13, 2002
Physicians Dr. John Lee and Dr. George Gillson, and biochemist Dr. David Zava discuss the flaws in the Women's Health Initiative Study about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) Resources: What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer by John Lee and David Zava and What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause by John Lee and ZRT Laboratory www.zrtlab.com
What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer
KPFA broadcast date February 19, 2002
Physician Dr. John Lee, MD and biochemist Dr. David Zava, PhD discuss their new book on why conventional treatments don't work Resources: What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer by John Lee and David Zava and What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause by John Lee and ZRT Laboratory www.zrtlab.com
Breast and Prostate Cancer Risks
KPFA broadcast date March 28, 2000
Physican John Lee, MD, and David Zava PhD, biochemist and breast cancer researcher discuss cancer risks for women and men posed by the use of drugs used to block sex hormones. Resources: What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer by John Lee and David Zava and What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause by John Lee and ZRT Laboratory www.zrtlab.com
Balancing Hormones Throughout Life
KPFA broadcast date October 12, 1999
Physican Dr. John Lee and researcher Dr. David Zava PhD Resources: What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer by John Lee and David Zava and What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause by John Lee and ZRT Laboratory www.zrtlab.com
Becoming One With Nature
KPFA broadcast date June 9, 1998
Tai Chi and Quigong Martin Lee PhD
Hormones and the Heart
KPFA broadcast date April 1, 1997
Physician Dr. John Lee, MD Resources: What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer by John Lee and David Zava and What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause by John Lee
What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause
KPFA broadcast date September 17, 1996
Physician Dr. John Lee, MD Resources: What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer by John Lee and David Zava and What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause by John Lee
A New Approach to Change: Natural Progesterone
KPFA broadcast date January 2, 1996
Physician Dr. John Lee, MD Resources: What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer by John Lee and David Zava and What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause by John Lee
Leibovitz
Reviewing Current Attacks on Antioxidants and Herbs
KPFA broadcast date April 11, 2000
Brian Leibovitz PhD Editor-in-Chief of "The Journal of Optimal Nutrition"
Leonard
It’s Not all in Your Head
KPFA broadcast date May 21, 1996
Susan Swedo, MD and Henrietta Leonard, MD Resources: It's Not All in Your Head by Susan Swedo and Henrietta Leonard
Lerner
Navigating Anger and Fear
KPFA broadcast date July 12, 2005
Harriet Lerner, PhD discusses how to respond to old emotions in new ways. Resources: The Dance of Anger and The Dance of Fear by Harriet Lerner
The Dance of Anger
KPFA broadcast date August 17, 1999
Harriet Lerner, PhD Resources: The Dance of Anger and The Dance of Fear by Harriet Lerner
Alternative Cancer Treatments
KPFA broadcast date September 10, 1996
Michael Lerner PhD, president and founder of Commonweal Resources: Choices in Healing by Michael Lerner
Levine
Releasing the Tiger
KPFA broadcast date October 23, 2001
Psychologist Dr. Peter Levine PhD discusses healing trauma through the body. Resources: Waking the Tiger by Peter Levine
Healing Stress Through the Body
KPFA broadcast date February 13, 2001
Dr. Peter Levine PhD Resources: Waking the Tiger by Peter Levine
Levitt
Not-So-Smart Grid
KPFA broadcast date January 5, 2010
Science journalist Blake Levitt and electrical engineer Michael Neuert discuss the potential risks of the Smart Grid, the wireless electric utility metering and monitoring network imposed on us without our consent. Resources: TURN (The Utility Reform Network) article and petition; EMF Safety Network petition; Blake Levitt's website blakelevitt.com; Neuert Electromagnetic Services www.emfcenter.com; Resources on radiation and resources on environmental health
Safe Cell Tower Siting
KPFA broadcast date August 26, 2008
Journalist and environmental analyst B. Blake Levitt, author of Electromagnetic Fields and contributing editor of Cell Towers, discusses the wide range of risks associated with siting cell phone towers and strategies for siting them safely Resources: B. Blake Levitt’s website www.blakelevitt.com, Cell Towers and Electromagnetic Fields by B. Blake Levitt; resources on radiation
Where You're Exposed and What to Do: EMF and RFR
KPFA broadcast date March 14, 2006
Environmental consultant Cindy Sage and medical journalist B. Blake Levitt offer practical alternatives and protection from electrosmog exposure. Resources: Electromagnetic Fields: A Consumer's Guide to the Issues and How to Protect Ourselves by B. Blake Levitt; Blake Levitt's website blakelevitt.com; Sage Associates www.sageassociates.net
Wireless Public Health Crisis
KPFA broadcast date February 7, 2006
Medical journalist Blake Levitt, activist Jan Newton, president of the EMR Policy Institute, and activist Doug Loranger, maker of the film Bad Reception: The Wireless Revolution in San Francisco, discuss the very disturbing science showing wireless technology's dangers and how the public can protect itself. Resources: Electromagnetic Fields: A Consumer's Guide to the Issues and How to Protect Ourselves by B. Blake Levitt; Blake Levitt's website blakelevitt.com; EMR Policy Institute; www.emrpolicy.org; Bad Reception: The Wireless Revolution in San Francisco a film by Doug Loranger, DVD availble at the Free Speech Network; San Francisco Neighborhood Antenna-Free Union www.antennafreeunion.org
Levy
Vitamin C, Infectious Disease, and Toxins
KPFA broadcast date May 27, 2003
Dr. Thomas Levy, MD, JD, discusses his book curing infections and detoxification with vitamin C Resources: Curing the Incurable: Vitamin C, Infectious Disease, and Toxins by Thomas Levy
Lewis
A General Theory of Love
KPFA broadcast date March 6, 2001
Dr. Thomas Lewis MD discusses the physiology of love and how it heals us
Lipski
Digestive Wellness for Children
KPFA broadcast date July 25, 2006
Nutritionist Elizabeth Lipski, PhD discusses her new book Digestive Wellness for Children about preventing and healing digestive disorders in children. Resources: Digestive Wellness and Digestive Wellness for Children by Elizabeth Lipski, PhD www.innovativehealing.com
Healing the Gut Without Drugs
KPFA broadcast date February 22, 2005
Nutritionist Elizabeth Lipski, PhD, discusses the third edition of her book Resources: Digestive Wellness and Digestive Wellness for Children by Elizabeth Lipski, PhD www.innovativehealing.com
Gut Health and Chronic Illness
KPFA broadcast date April 6, 2004
Dr. Elizabeth Lipski, PhD,discusses the relationship between the gut and chronic illness. Resources: Digestive Wellness and Digestive Wellness for Children by Elizabeth Lipski, PhD www.innovativehealing.com
Digestive Wellness
KPFA broadcast date February 8, 2000
Nutritionist Elizabeth Lipski, MS, CNN discusses gut health Resources: Digestive Wellness and Digestive Wellness for Children by Elizabeth Lipski, PhD www.innovativehealing.com
Chronic Illness and Gut Health
KPFA broadcast date April 8, 1997
Nutritionist Dr. Elizabeth Lipski discusses digestive wellness Resources: Digestive Wellness and Digestive Wellness for Children by Elizabeth Lipski, PhD www.innovativehealing.com
Digestive Health
KPFA broadcast date November 19, 1996
Nutritionist Liz Lipski, MS, CCN Resources: Digestive Wellness and Digestive Wellness for Children by Elizabeth Lipski, PhD www.innovativehealing.com
Lipton
The Biology of Belief
KPFA broadcast date May 24, 2005
Bruce Lipton, PhD, cell biologist, discusses the cellular basis of the mind/body connection. This is a fund drive show. Resources: The Biology of Belief by Bruce Lipton www.brucelipton.com
Loranger
Alternatives to Wireless Broadband
KPFA broadcast date June 9, 2009
Activists Doug Loranger and Sally Hampton discuss the substantial problems with wireless broadband and explain safer, more effective options. They also discuss the worldwide citizen activism against the proliferation of wireless technologies. Resources: CLOUT (Coalition for Local Oversight of Utility Technologies) cloutnow.org; TeleTruth (Alliance for Customers’ Telecommunications & Broadband Rights) teletruth.org; Resources on wireless technology and resources on health politics
Resistance to Citywide WiFi
KPFA broadcast date July 24, 2007
Doug Loranger, from San Francisco Neighborhood Antenna Free Union, discusses how citizens are mobilizing against exposure to citywide wireless Internet access. Resources: San Francisco Neighborhood Antenna Free Union www.antennafreeunion.org; Resources on radiation
Wireless Public Health Crisis
KPFA broadcast date February 7, 2006
Medical journalist Blake Levitt, activist Jan Newton, president of the EMR Policy Institute, and activist Doug Loranger, maker of the film Bad Reception: The Wireless Revolution in San Francisco, discuss the very disturbing science showing wireless technology's dangers and how the public can protect itself. Resources: Electromagnetic Fields: A Consumer's Guide to the Issues and How to Protect Ourselves by B. Blake Levitt; Blake Levitt's website blakelevitt.com; EMR Policy Institute; www.emrpolicy.org; Bad Reception: The Wireless Revolution in San Francisco a film by Doug Loranger, DVD availble at the Free Speech Network; San Francisco Neighborhood Antenna-Free Union www.antennafreeunion.org
Electrosmog
KPFA broadcast date November 29, 2005
Researcher Olle Johansson, MD, associate professor in the Department of Neuroscience, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden, discusses long term studies showing the adverse health effects of exposure to radio frequency radiation from wireless technologies. Activist Doug Loranger discusses his film Bad Reception: The Wireless Revolution in San Francisco and community activism against citywide wireless broadband Internet access. Resources: EMFacts Consultancy (Australia) www.emfacts.com; ; Bad Reception: The Wireless Revolution in San Francisco a film by Doug Loranger, DVD availble at the Free Speech Network; San Francisco Neighborhood Antenna-Free Union www.antennafreeunion.org
Loughran
Natural Skin Care
KPFA broadcast date July 1, 1997
Joni Loughran discusses skin care Resources: Joni Loughran's Natural Skin Care by Joni Loughran
Love
Dr. Susan Love's Hormone Book
KPFA broadcast date May 13, 1997
Dr. Susan Love discusses her book Resources: Dr. Susan Love's Hormone Book by Susan Love
Lunder
Toxic Cosmetics
KPFA broadcast date August 17, 2004
Sonya Lunder of the Environmental Working Groups discusses how personal care products contribute to your toxic body burden. Resources: The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics www.safecosmetics.org
MacDonald
Health Insurance Update
KPFA broadcast date June 15, 1999
Gregory MacDonald, Private Insurance Broker
Health Insurance How-To
KPFA broadcast date August 25, 1998
Gregory Macdonald, Insurance Investigator/Broker
Madill
Fibromyalgia
KPFA broadcast date August 12, 2003
Dr. Peter Madill, MD, discusses the treatment of fibromyalgia
Stress and Illness
KPFA broadcast date January 28, 2003
Dr. Peter Madill, MD, discusses the development, prevention, and treatment of stress induced illness
Marinkovich
Testing and Treating Allergies
KPFA broadcast date February 25, 2003
Physician and researcher Dr. Vincent Marinkovich, MD of Immune Tech discusses his new at-home allergy testing kits
Marohn
Healing the Whole Addict
KPFA broadcast date September 21, 2004
Medical journalist Stephanie Marohn discusses where traditional addiction treatments fall short. Resources: The Natural Medicine Guide to Addiction by Stephanie Marohn www.stephaniemarohn.com
Autism: A Natural Approach
KPFA broadcast date April 22, 2003
Journalist Stephanie Marohn discusses her book, a compilation of natural approaches for treating autism. Resources: The Natural Medicine Guide to Autism by Stephanie Marohn
Mars
Addiction-Free Naturally
KPFA broadcast date June 12, 2001
Herbalist Brigitte Mars discusses her book about the treatment of addiction using non-invasive, natural therapies Resources: Addiction-Free Naturally by Brigitte Mars
Matthews
Autism and ADHD: Nutrient Therapies
KPFA broadcast date January 15, 2008
Julie Matthews, CNC and author of Nourishing Hope discusses nutrient approaches for treatment of autism and ADHD. Resources: Nourishing Hope by Julie Matthews; Resources on nutrition, children, chronic illness, and mind, mood, and stress
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McCabe
The Essence of Healing: Discovering Bach Flower Remedies
KPFA broadcast date May 25, 2010
Vinton McCabe, author of The Healing Bouquet, discusses the principles and practices for health and healing using Bach flower essences. Resources: The Healing Bouquet by Vinton McCabe; resources on homeopathy and on alternative healing
McCredie
Equilibrium and Proprioception
KPFA broadcast date May 27, 2008
Author Scott McCredie, author of Balance: In Search of the Lost Sense, discusses how we maintain balance and proprioception, the three-dimensional sense of our body’s position Resources: Balance: In Search of the Lost Sense by Scott McCredie; resources on exercise and musculoskeletal health and resources on aging
McCulley
The Heart Revolution
KPFA broadcast date October 5, 1999
Kilmer McCulley MD Pathologist and discoverer of the homocysteine-heart disease connection discusses his new book Resources: The Heart Revolution by Kilmer McCulley
McEwen
The Hostage Brain
KPFA broadcast date May 11, 2010
Neuroscientist Bruce McEwen, PhD, author of The End of Stress as We Know It discusses why the brain is the central organ of stress and adaptation and what happens to it under stress (good, tolerable, and toxic) and how early life adversity has lifelong effects on brain and body. Resources: The End of Stress as We Know It by Bruce McEwen; Resources on mind, mood, and stress, resources on children’s health, and resources on chronic illness,
Health and Economic Status
KPFA broadcast date March 16, 2004
Bruce McEwen PhD from Rockefeller University and Nancy E. Adler PhD from the MacArthur Network for Socioeconomic Health and the Department of Psychiatry at UCSF, discuss the effect of socioeconomic status on health. Resources: Socioeconomic Status and Health in Industrial Nations: Social, Psychological, and Biological Pathways edited by Bruce McEwen and Nancy Adler www.macses.ucsf.edu and The End of Stress as We Know It by Bruce McEwen
Understanding Stress
KPFA broadcast date January 20, 2004
Researcher Bruce McEwen discusses the biology and social causes of stress. Resources: The End of Stress as We Know It by Bruce McEwen
McGreary
2010 USDA Dietary Guidelines and Food Safety Legislation
KPFA broadcast date July 6, 2010
Judith McGeary, attorney, farmer, and founder and executive director of the Farm and Ranch Freedom Alliance and Sally Fallon Morell, founder and director of the Weston A. Price Foundation, critique the 2010 USDA 2010 USDA Dietary Guidelines and Food Safety Legislation. Resources: Farm and Ranch Freedom Alliance and Weston A. Price Foundation; Resources on food, diet, and nutrition and resources on health politics
McMillian
HIV Diet and Exercise
KPFA broadcast date September 19, 1995
Dr. Mark Thompson DC, DDSP, CSCS and Lisa McMillian, RD
Mead
Human Growth Hormone
KPFA broadcast date September 10, 2002
Physician Dr. Jay Mead, MD, discusses supplementation with human growth hormone
Menzel
What the World Eats
KPFA broadcast date July 21, 2009
Photographer Peter Menzel and journalist Faith D’Aluisio discuss their book Hungry Planet ...“a photographic study of families from around the world, revealing what people eat during the course of one week.” Resources: Hungry Planet by Peter Menzel and Faith D’Aluisio; Resources on food, nutrition, and diet and resources on politics
Mikkelsen
Community Health Strategies
KPFA broadcast date March 29, 2005
Leslie Mikkelsen, MPH, Managing Director of The Prevention Institute, founded to address complex health and social issues, one person at a time, creating comprehensive strategies that change the conditions that impact community health, including violence prevention, traffic safety, health disparities, nutrition and physical activity, and youth development. Resources: The Prevention Institute www.preventioninstitute.org
Miles
Cesarean Epidemic
KPFA broadcast date February 27, 2007
Midwife Constance Miles, RN discusses the dangerous trend toward using cesarean surgery instead of natural childbirth. Resources: Women’s Ways www.womensways.org; North American Registry of Midwives www.narm.org; Citizens for Midwifery cfmidwifery.org; Midwives Alliance of North America www.mana.org; California Association of Midwives www.californiamidwives.org; International Cesarean Awareness Network www.ican-online.org; Association of Pre- and Perinatal Psychology www.birthpsychology.com/apppah/; National Organization of Circumcision Information Resource Centers www.nocirc.org; The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth and Obstetric Myths versus Research Realities by Henci Goer; Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin
Miller
Improving our Relationship with Death
KPFA broadcast date July 24, 1998
Sukie Miller, PhD, psychotherapist Resources: After Death by Sukie Miller
Minor
Ovarian Cancer
KPFA broadcast date April 21, 1998
Maureen Redl, MFCC and Dr. David Minor Director of Oncology, California Pacific
Moore
Hyperthyroidism
KPFA broadcast date August 24, 2010
Elaine Moore, author of Graves’ Disease: A Practical Guide, joins Layna Berman for a discussion about hyperthyroidism and Graves’ disease. The focus will be on alternative, non-invasive treatments. Resources: Graves’ Disease: A Practical Guide by Elaine Moore; Resources on hormones
Fatal Harvest: The Tragedy of Industrial Agriculture
KPFA broadcast date October 22, 2002
Monica Moore, co-director of Pesticide Action Network and Dave Henson, director of the Occidental Arts and Ecology Center discuss corrective measure for our farm crisis
Moret
Public Health Risk from Depleted Uranium
KPFA broadcast date July 26, 2005
Leuren Moret, expert witness at the International Criminal Tribunal for Afghanistan, and physicist Ernest J. Sternglass, PhD discuss the public health risks to soldiers and civilians from depleted uranium drift. Resources: Beyond Treason www.beyondtreason.com
Morris
Talking About Death
KPFA broadcast date August 3, 2004