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March 11th, 2020

Fitness That Works

A lack of exercise is the fourth most common cause of death worldwide. Sean Foy shares with Dr. Nerida how everyone can get exercise into their day.

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  1. March 11th, 2020

    Fitness That Works

    A lack of exercise is the fourth most common cause of death worldwide. Sean Foy shares with Dr. Nerida how everyone can get exercise into their day.

  2. February 27th, 2020

    Pre-Diabetes Prevention

    Prediabetes may not have symptoms, but it can be costly to anyone’s health. In this episode, Dr. Nerida shares how anyone can undo this condition.

  3. February 19th, 2020

    Kidney Disease & Diet

    Kidneys are essential, yet when function is impaired there are often no symptoms. Dr. Nerida shares how to care for this organ before it’s too late.

  4. February 12th, 2020

    Keys To Optimal Health

    Our environment often works against our health, through fast-food and sedentary living. Fortunately, Dr. Nerida shares keys for optimizing our health.

  5. January 29th, 2020

    Poor Sleep

    Insomnia is a nightmare that many are too familiar with. However, it doesn’t have to be part of your life. Dr. Nerida discusses how we can prevent it.

  6. January 22nd, 2020

    Good Sleep

    Everyone understands the need for sleep, but few understand the many intricacies that make for a good amount and quality of this vital “activity”.

  7. January 16th, 2020

    Healthy Schools

    Do schools contribute to childhood obesity? Dr. Nerida hears from author Chris Lineberry about the impact our schools are having on kids today.

  8. December 6th, 2019

    Difficult Childhood Experiences

    Difficult childhood experiences can create a lifetime of problems. However, it doesn’t have to be that way as Dr. Nerida shows how anyone can change course.

  9. November 22nd, 2019

    Living with Pain

    Many people live with pain, despite a hefty regimen of medications. Dr. Nerida explores the idea that pain management might just mean more lifestyle changes.

  10. November 15th, 2019

    Chronic Pain

    Living with chronic pain is challenging, but there are options aside from medication to alleviate the pain and give patients hope and purpose.

  11. November 8th, 2019

    Strong Bones, Powerful Muscles

    It seems expected that our bones become more brittle as we age. However, we can slow that process and maybe even reverse it, as Dr. Nerida shares.

  12. October 25th, 2019

    Type 1 Diabetes

    Type 1 diabetes is a disorder characterized by fluctuating glucose levels and insulin injections. As Dr. Nerida explains, lifestyle can be a major factor.

  13. October 17th, 2019

    Sexual Health & Heart Disease

    Heart disease is a known culprit against longevity, but many don’t realize the affect it has on sexual health too, as Dr. Nerida discusses in this episode.

  14. October 11th, 2019

    Sex Addiction

    Dr. Nerida discusses sexual addiction, a vice that affects men and women of all ages and may take an expert’s help to break free from it.

  15. October 3rd, 2019

    Adult Disease In The Womb

    Many already know that diet affects a newborn, but studies now show that both a mother and father can pass on lifestyle habits and behaviors.

  16. September 27th, 2018

    HEALTH OF A COMMUNITY

    In many countries around the world, one in three children are either overweight or obese. Overweight teens are becoming less inclined make any effort to lose weight, and parents less likely to address the problem. Learn how one passionate physician is improving the health of her community.

  17. May 24th, 2018

    Fast Food Genocide

  18. May 17th, 2018

    ReStore Memory

  19. May 10th, 2018

    Myths of a Vegetarian Diet

    Vegetarians were once a rare breed, but more and more people are adopting a plant-based diet. The transition from omnivore to herbivore needs to be well planned, to avoid deficiencies. And which nutrients need special attention? Don't miss it!

  20. May 3rd, 2018

    Self Image

  21. April 26th, 2018

    PreDiabetes Gone!

  22. April 12th, 2018

    Health of a Nation

  23. March 29th, 2018

    Obesity 101

  24. March 22nd, 2018

    Your Doctor, Your Coach

  25. March 1st, 2018

    Media & The Mind

  26. February 22nd, 2018

    Truth Therapy

  27. February 8th, 2018

    Building a Better Life

  28. February 1st, 2018

    Building Better Habits

  29. January 25th, 2018

    Building a Better Brain

  30. January 18th, 2018

    Journey to Freedom

  31. December 14th, 2017

    Understanding Psychotherapy

  32. December 7th, 2017

    Attention Deficit Disorder

  33. November 30th, 2017

    Music & The Mind

  34. November 9th, 2017

    Good Stress, Bad Stress

  35. November 2nd, 2017

    Character Traits

  36. October 26th, 2017

    Strokes & Neuroplasticity

  37. October 19th, 2017

    Educational Principles

  38. October 5th, 2017

    Learning Difficulties

  39. September 28th, 2017

    Organize Your Mind

  40. September 21st, 2017

    Fitness

  41. September 14th, 2017

    Herbicide in Food

  42. September 13th, 2017

    Labeling of Food

  43. September 12th, 2017

    Digestion & Food

  44. September 11th, 2017

    Cognition & Food

  45. June 2nd, 2017

    Cheese Trap

  46. May 12th, 2017

    Food & Society

  47. May 5th, 2017

    Climate Change

  48. April 28th, 2017

    Colon Cancer

  49. April 21st, 2017

    Hot Flashes & More

  50. April 7th, 2017

    Acne & Psoriasis

  51. March 31st, 2017

    Gallbladder

  52. March 23rd, 2017

    Discovery of HIV

  53. March 10th, 2017

    Chef in Medicine

  54. March 3rd, 2017

    Gut Brain Connection

  55. February 24th, 2017

    Protein Myth

  56. February 10th, 2017

    Weight Down

  57. February 3rd, 2017

    Heart Failure

  58. January 27th, 2017

    Health Flip

  59. January 20th, 2017

    Cardiac Rehab

  60. December 9th, 2016

    Reaching Your Exercise Goal

    What’s your exercise goal? For example, if it's to build a 6-pack we would be thinking about weights and resistance training. If it's to lose fat, then we want to add some cardio. Discover how to reach your exercise goal.

  61. December 2nd, 2016

    Preventive Foot Health

  62. November 18th, 2016

    Limb Loss

    Every day around 400 Americans lose a limb, and on globally? The rate is staggering, one amputation every 30 seconds. But there's good news to go with the bad. Stay tuned!

  63. November 11th, 2016

    HIV in Africa

    Sub-Saharan Africa has the most serious HIV and AIDS epidemic in the world. Many governmental and non-governmental organizations have been working hard to bring the epidemic under control. Learn more about this epidemic on this episode!

  64. November 4th, 2016

    Nutritional Nuances

  65. October 28th, 2016

    Tools For Weight Loss

    In 1960, less than 1 in 100 could be called extremely obese. Nowadays, 1 in 15 Americans are classified that way. And it's all about our environment. The way the world shapes us, and the way we shape our world. And that? We can change!

  66. October 21st, 2016

    Tremors, Tics, & Movement Disorder

    Disorders of movement are relatively common, though we don't really talk much about them. Whether it’s a tremor or tic, restless leg syndrome, or a more severe condition known as dystonia. Discover what can be done to treat these conditions!

  67. October 14th, 2016

    Holding Heart Healthy Habits

    Cardiovascular disease is the top killer in this country, snatching life from people as young as 20. Take action now to reverse this condition.

  68. October 7th, 2016

    Nutrition for Children

  69. September 30th, 2016

    The Dietician Coach

    Has your doctor ever told you that adjusting your diet will help a health condition that you have? So did you make the adjustment? Well if you're ready to change, don’t miss this episode!

  70. September 23rd, 2016

    High Blood Pressure

    1 in 4 adults worldwide have high blood pressure. The 2010 Global Burden of Disease Study found hypertension to be THE leading cause of disease. There are many things you can do to stop this pandemic. Don’t miss this episode!

  71. September 16th, 2016

    Ageing Well

    Many say that aging is not for the faint of heart. But it doesn't have to be that way. Discover how you can age well.

  72. May 13th, 2016

    How Not To Die

    Most of our leading killer diseases are not caused by infections, accidents, or event genetics. 80-90% of them are due to lifestyle factors such as smoking, diet, & inactivity. Discover how diet can impact your health.

  73. May 6th, 2016

    Nutrition Facts

  74. April 29th, 2016

    Lifestyle Change for Your Personality

    Achieving or maintaining health goals can be a struggle. We know what we should do, we might even try it, but we often don't sustain good habits. Well, you're not alone. On this episode, we’ll share some practical tips for you to achieve those goals.

  75. April 22nd, 2016

    Lifestyle & Thinking

    If we want to think smarter, we need more than a good education and correcting distortions. We need to live smarter! Discover how nutrition, physical activity, and brain inputs such as movies, music, and social media impacts your health.

  76. April 15th, 2016

    Correcting Distortions Part 2

    People with high emotional intelligence quotient or EQ are able to adapt to change and to those around them, they are steady and dependable, and they are open to constructive criticism, innovation, & new ideas. Find out how you can be that way!

  77. April 8th, 2016

    Correcting Distortions Part 1

    A negative event in our day can often result in a series of negative emotions and behaviors, which in turn trigger stress reactions resulting in poor physical, mental and emotional health. Reverse this idea on this episode!

  78. April 1st, 2016

    Emotional Intelligence

    The idea that IQ determines outcome has been eroded and is now thought to contribute only 20% toward life success. So who about the other 80%? And are the other factors caught or taught? Don’t miss this episode!

  79. March 25th, 2016

    Forgiveness & The Brain

    One in 5 of us have a mental health issue and one in 25 live with a serious mental illness such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or major depression. Is it possible that some of the milder mental health issues are not due to anything physical?

  80. March 18th, 2016

    Stroke

    Every 2 seconds, someone, somewhere in the world is having a stroke. Some strokes are silent, or mild, but some are severe, and will kill one person every 10 seconds. Learn more on how to recover after having a stroke.

  81. March 11th, 2016

    Lifestyle 180

    Most of us know what is needed to live a healthier lifestyle, yet we don't do it. Perhaps we lack motivation, we're too busy, or we just can't sustain changes that we do make. Yet, there are programs available to give us the support we need.

  82. March 4th, 2016

    How's your stress recovery?

    Do you KNOW when you're stressed? Find out how to recover after a stressful day.

  83. February 26th, 2016

    Environmental Health

    We all interact with our environment constantly. Maintaining a healthy environment is pivotal to good health. Globally, almost 25% of all deaths and the total burden of disease can be attributed to environmental factors. Learn more about this!

  84. February 19th, 2016

    Medical School is Changing

    80% of the chronic diseases affecting those of us living in developed countries are a consequence of lifestyle choices. Yet, doctors of today are training in prescribing drug medications. If lifestyle change isn't happening, who's to blame?

  85. February 12th, 2016

    Naturopathic Healing

    The body has an inherent ability to heal when natural physiological processes are supported. In the naturopathic realm, that support may come in the form of nutrition & exercise, massage & physical therapy, and botanicals. Learn more on naturopathy!

  86. February 5th, 2016

    Health & Wellness Coach

    We all have a vision of where we would like our lives to go, of the things we want to accomplish, and the success we would like to achieve. When it comes to health and wellness, to fitness and longevity, are you achieving those goals?

  87. January 29th, 2016

    Whole Foods, As Grown

    61% of the food that Americans buy is highly processed. That's at least 1000 calories a day for each and every one of us. Find out how that impacts your health.

  88. January 22nd, 2016

    Visual Acuity & LASIK

    In 2012 there were 246 million people in the world with low vision, and almost half of them had uncorrected refractive errors. Which means they were near sighted, far sighted, had presbyopia, and/or astigmatism. Learn more about your options!

  89. December 11th, 2015

    Healthful Meditation

  90. December 3rd, 2015

    Hello Healthy

    If we think about health in terms of performance, then we might imagine that a healthy person jumps out of bed every morning with energy to spare, & achieves their goals with alacrity! Find out how you can also have that energy.

  91. November 27th, 2015

    Being Thankful

    With Thanksgiving upon us, it's the perfect time to ask ourselves: WHAT can we be thankful for? Find out how being thankful impacts your health.

  92. November 20th, 2015

    Alcohol: Is Recovery Possible?

    Alcoholics Anonymous has been working since 1935 to help alcoholics stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. Find out how it works, and how successful it is.

  93. November 13th, 2015

    Is Alcohol Safe in Pregnancy?

    If an unborn child is exposed to alcohol while in utero, it can be affected for life. So how much alcohol must a woman drink during pregnancy to have an affected child?

  94. November 6th, 2015

    Is Moderate Alcohol Use Healthy?

    Have you ever heard that the moderate consumption of alcohol is associated with better health outcomes? Discover the truth about alcohol on this episode!

  95. October 30th, 2015

    Alcohol & Society

    Find out how alcohol is impacting our society.

  96. October 16th, 2015

    Back Pain - The Alternatives

    It’s one of the most common reasons people either see a doctor or miss work, and it’s also a leading cause of disability. Learn more about simple treatments that you can do to prevent or relief back pain.

  97. October 9th, 2015

    Preventing Risky Behavior

    The National Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System in the US, monitors 6 types of health-risk behaviors that contribute to the leading causes of death and disability among youth and adults. Find out what can be done to prevent these behaviors.

  98. October 7th, 2015

    Is Marijuana Safe?

    Marijuana is the most commonly used illicit drug in the United States. But wait, I hear you say, it's now being used medicinally. You're right! Yet, is it safe?

  99. October 7th, 2015

    Protecting our kids from substance abuse

    Youth who drink alcohol are more likely to experience negative consequences. Find out how you can prevent your youth from drinking.

ABOUT THE SHOW

Confused by contradicting information on health and wellness? Do you have family issues? Stressed? Want to learn more about wholistic health? Wanting to take action on your health but don’t know how to get started?

Go Healthy for Good offers you options, with analysis by host, Dr Nerida McKibben, an MD with experience in lifestyle medicine. Watch people from many walks of life make wiser choices and see their lives transformed. Learn from them how to make positive changes in your health and never look back!

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Dr. Nerida McKibben

Dr. Nerida McKibben

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Go Healthy For Good!
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