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Chasing Life
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All over the world, there are people who are living extraordinary lives, full of happiness and health – and with hardly any heart disease, cancer or diabetes. Dr. Sanjay Gupta has been on a decades-long mission to understand how they do it, and how we can all learn from them. Scientists now believe we can even reverse the symptoms of Alzheimer’s dementia, and in fact grow sharper and more resilient as we age. Sanjay is a dad – of three teenage daughters, he is a doctor - who operates on the brain, and he is a reporter with more than two decades of experience - who travels the earth to uncover and bring you the secrets of the happiest and healthiest people on the planet – so that you too, can Chase Life.
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From early detection to writing your doctor’s notes—Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains how AI is showing up in medicine. And when it comes to pain relief, he’s got tips for which medications to take for different types of pain.
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For something that’s a universal experience, pain has been pretty hard to measure, treat and even understand. That’s what Dr. Sanjay Gupta decided to write his forthcoming book, “It Doesn’t Have to Hurt: Your Smart Guide to a Pain-Free Life.” And in this episode, he's switching over to the guest chair to talk about the rise of chronic pain, its mental toll, and the changing approaches to treatment.
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A simple question about your filtered water leads to some surprising truths about fluoride. Then: what to eat to keep your brain sharp—Dr. Sanjay Gupta shares the best foods for your memory.
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Every day, thousands of people use fitness trackers and glucose monitors to better understand their health. The next wave of personal health tech might just focus on something we usually overlook: sweat. Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down with Professor John Rogers, Director of Northwestern’s Querrey Simpson Institute for Bioelectronics, to explore the science of sweat and why it holds so much promise for the future of health monitoring.
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When Billy Joel canceled part of his tour because of a brain condition known as normal pressure hydrocephalus, a lot of you had questions. Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains what it is, how it’s diagnosed, and what you should know if someone in your life is dealing with it.
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The average American takes in about 34 gigabytes of information each day -- that's a lot for our brains to process and remember. Top memory expert Dr. Charan Ranganath sits down with Dr. Sanjay Gupta to share why the key to remembering more may be to memorize less. Plus, Ranganath weighs in on what could change for human memory in the age of AI.
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One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, and President Biden’s recent diagnosis has many people asking: Am I at risk? Should I get screened? Dr. Sanjay Gupta breaks down what to know about PSA tests, family history, screening age, and how your diet might factor in.
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Can you maintain good health into your 80s and beyond? Cardiologist Dr. Eric Topol says yes. He joins Dr. Sanjay Gupta explain why preventing the onset of major diseases is key to extending your life and health-span. And he shares the new screening tools that might help us do it.
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Whole, skim, oat, almond, pistachio…the milk options seem endless! But which one's actually the healthiest? Dr. Sanjay Gupta breaks it down. Plus, if someone’s in the middle of a bad dream, should you wake them? The answer might surprise you.
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What actually happens in the brain during pregnancy? Cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Laura Pritschet joins Dr. Sanjay Gupta to unpack the hormonal shifts and brain changes that support new parenthood and how understanding them could reshape the way we think about women’s health.
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Dr. Sanjay Gupta takes us to Milwaukee, where rising concerns over lead paint in public schools have parents and health officials on high alert. Plus, answers to your questions about lead in everyday life — including whether that chocolate you're eating could be a hidden source of exposure.
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Author and physician Dr. Jen Gunter has earned the title ‘the Internet’s Ob/gyn’ for her work demystifying menopause – and de-bunking some of the misinformation surrounding this stage of life. Dr. Gunter and CNN Medical Correspondent Meg Tirrell break down what’s actually going on in women’s bodies during this stage of life, and how to spot the signs.
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Proponents of vaccines have contended with waves of skepticism and controversy in recent years, and even if you’re first in line for your booster, the doses have stacked up in a way that inspires questions. Today, Dr. Sanjay Gupta sets the record straight on whether you can ever be too vaccinated. He also answers a question related to menopause and the supplement, creatine.
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Samantha Bee is tired of the stigma that still surrounds talking about menopause. The Emmy-winning comedian and writer sits down with CNN Medical Correspondent Meg Tirrell to share why she’s opening up about this phase of her life. Plus, how she realized her body was changing – from night sweats to an ‘emotional roller coaster’ of rage.
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Cereals, frostings, and other snacks in the U.S. are about to get a lot less colorful with the FDA moving to phase out artificial food dyes from the nation’s food supply. Will they also get healthier? Plus, Dr. Gupta gets a page to compare whether frozen vegetables store vitamins better than fresh produce.
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Overcrowded waiting rooms. End-of-life decisions. Pandemic fatigue. These are the realities of working in emergency medicine. It’s also one of several storylines a new Max medical drama ‘The Pitt’ tackles with unflinching accuracy. Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down with executive producer John Wells to talk about why the show resonates with so many.
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The blockbuster release of GLP-1 drugs for diabetes management and weight loss have left people with a lot of unanswered questions, including this one: can you naturally boost the hormone GLP-1 without pharmaceuticals? That’s where we start today’s Paging Dr. Gupta. We’ll also cover tips on spotting bad science and finding trustworthy sources of health information.
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How does our relationship with nature affect our health, for better and worse? Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores this idea by pulling from personal experience as a physician, a journalist, and a father. First, he speaks with Dr. Melissa Lem, president of the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment. And later, Britt Wray, a mental health researcher and author of Generation Dread: Finding Purpose in an Age of Climate Anxiety.
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The decades-long practice of adding fluoride to drinking water is under fire. On this week’s Paging Dr. Gupta, we're sinking our teeth into the latest science, and what that means for you or your family’s dental health.
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Americans are protein obsessed, but should we be? Renowned nutritionist Dr. Tim Spector sits down with Dr. Sanjay Gupta to share why the focus on protein may mean we’re missing out on another crucial nutrient. Plus, Spector weighs in on other health fads, from low-fat foods to seed oils.
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I feel like the question about whole milk vs. 2% milk was not answered. Most 2% milk has added Vitamin A & D, so it was a distraction in determining if you should drink 2% fat vs whole milk. Then, there was a discussion about olive oil which we already know is good for cooking, but the concern is with drinking the saturated fat in whole milk. These side discussions did not help.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta’s work reveals powerful insights into longevity, brain health, and happiness. His research inspires us to adopt healthier, more fulfilling lifestyles.
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CNN does justice to the humble podcast media. In addition to "Chasing Life " I recommend their production of "Five Things." Thanks for caring about your CNN Brand.
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Thanks, Sanjay, for the voice of reason during a crazy scary time. Good luck with the new podcast from a Boilermaker to a Wolverine.
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