Podcasts by Orchard Park Public Library Presents: In Good Health

Dealing with Stress from 2022-07-27T15:00:57

Stress can make you feel overwhelmed. Here are a few simple tips to help you stay centered and focused.

Are seed oils bad for you? from 2022-07-20T15:00:02

Do you know where your fats come from?

Take a listen and review the differences between fats and which might be less beneficial to your health and why.

Functional Medicine and Longevity Roadmap from 2022-07-13T15:00:44

Welcome back to our new summer season!

Listen in for a recap on some of the essential Functional Medicine practices that help promote our longevity.

Is Sugar bad for your Heart? from 2022-05-25T15:00:32

We know that a diet full of too much sugar can lead to chronic inflammation in our brains, but what are the effects sugar has on our hearts? To learn more, listen in to today's episode.

Choosing the Right Sunscreen for the Summer from 2022-05-18T15:00:30

Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, learn about the right kind of sunscreen that works for you.

Regenerative Agriculture from 2022-05-11T15:00

Learn about “healthy” soil practices that can benefit ourselves and the environment.

Preventing Climate Change through Diet and Sound Economics from 2022-05-04T15:00:54

Information on how a "Climate" diet and a few shopping tips can help to save the planet.

Foods that Improve Brain Health from 2022-04-13T15:00

Listen in for a list of essential foods that are great for your brain!

Natural, Anti-Inflammation Diet from 2022-04-06T15:00

Inflammation comes from the food that we eat that is highly processed, overly greasy, or super sweet. Learn about a natural inflammation diet that is right for everyone!

Use Your Mind to Heal Your Body from 2022-03-30T15:00

Looking at the work of Joe Dispenza, we ask ourselves how our mind's thought processes effect our bodies, escpecially as it relates to our own immunity to disease and negative thoughts.

Electrolytes from 2022-03-23T15:00

Learn about the benefits of electrolytes in our sports drinks.

Cultivating habits of Longevity from 2022-03-16T15:00

Learn about "Blue Zone" populations, and the habits they attest to.

What is the Perfect Human Diet? from 2022-03-09T16:00

Welcome back for our Spring season! In this episode, learn about the optimal dietary choices made by people all over the world in various "BLUE ZONES."

Changing our Relationship to Dieting from 2022-02-16T16:00

Learn about the various ways we can improve our relationship to dieting, to better service our brains, our bodies, and our planet.

5 Day Sugar Detox from 2022-02-09T16:00

Learn simple ways to reset your system and reduce inflammation.

Dealing with Migraines from 2022-02-02T16:00

Listen in on the causes, symptoms, and ways of prevention when dealing with a migraine.

Overcoming Inflammation from 2022-01-26T16:00

Learn about the differences between natural inflammation and chronic inflammation and how a healthy diet may help to prevent the ladder.

Organic vs. Conventional Produce from 2022-01-19T16:00

In this episode we look at some of the ways you can shop for healthy, organic produce without having to spend a fortune.

A Fresh Perspective from 2022-01-12T16:00

Happy 2022!

In this episode we go back to the basics. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle does not have to be difficult. Here are some simple and easy ways to stay healthy in the new year.

End of the year Brain Check from 2021-12-08T16:00

Thanks to all of our listeners for your continuous support of the Orchard Park Public Library's IN GOOD HEALTH podcast! As we come to the end of the year, it seems that Brain Health seems to be ...

Counting on our White Blood Cells from 2021-12-01T16:00

What does it mean to have a low white blood cell count from routine blood work, and what are some questions you can ask your doctor.

Can we prevent Alzheimer’s from 2021-11-24T23:25:46

Learn how overall health benefits can help prevent early signs of dementia.

How is your Sleep Routine? from 2021-11-17T16:00

Learn some of the easy yet effective tips to get your 7 hours or uninterrupted sleep every night for optimal health.

Why we need Vitamin D! from 2021-11-10T16:00

Is the answer to all of our questions in Vitamin D? Listen in to learn more!

Ways to Exercise if you Hate to Work Out from 2021-10-20T15:00

Unconventional ways to start an exercise routine:

-Video Games that involve you to get up and move

-Chores

-Gardening

-Geocaching

-Outdoor Sports

-Danci...

Looking at the Immune System from 2021-10-13T15:00

Learn more about the basics of the immune system by visiting https://medlineplus.gov/immunesystemanddisorders.html# 

What Triggers Seasonal Allergies? from 2021-10-06T15:00

Looking at the root causes in our immune system that may bring about allergic reactions.

Learn more by clicking on the link below, from the National Library of Medicine:

https://ma...

What is the Microbiome? from 2021-09-29T15:00

Why is the Microbiome becoming such a buzzword in health, and why is becoming more important than ever? Learn more in this deep-dive episode on what exactly is optimal gut health.

Where We Are Now from 2021-09-22T15:00

A recap on some of the essential food rules we still hold on to when concerning our best health.

For more on the "new food rules," check out Michael Pollan's "Food Rules: An E...

In Good Health Podcast is back! from 2021-09-15T15:00

Welcome back for a brand-new season of the Orchard Park Public Library's IN GOOD HEALTH Podcast!!

As we move back to in-person learning and programming here at the Orchard Park Public Lib...

Nutritional Book Club Series, Part 1: Amy Myers, M.D. "The Autoimmune Solution" Ep. I from 2021-08-18T15:00

In Good Health starts a Nutrition book club! We invite you to read "The Autoimmune Solution" by Amy Myers, M.D. with us. Part II follows this discussion.

Ways of Cultivating Joy! from 2021-08-11T15:00

Intentional practices to encourage positive thinking and happiness.

Digital Detoxing for the Family! from 2021-08-04T15:00

Do cell phones pose a health hazard for us and our families? Find out ways to limit our screen times, and more.

Restoring Cognitive Health from 2021-07-28T15:00

Ways to optimize our brain (and gut) health for the better.

Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar from 2021-07-21T15:00

An apple a day, and a shot of apple cider vinegar, keeps the doctor away!

Paleo, Vegan, or Pegan? from 2021-07-14T15:00

We now know that food is medicine and can help prevent, treat, and even reverse chronic disease. So what should we eat to feel good, lose weight and get and stay healthy?

Benefits of a Meditation Practice from 2021-06-09T15:00

This week we look at the physiological and cognitive benefits that come from a meditation practice.

Sugar! from 2021-06-02T15:00

Looking at the effect sugar has on our brain and heart health.

Summer Safety on Lyme Disease from 2021-05-26T15:00

Safety tips to gear up for the Summer!

GMOs & Organic Farming from 2021-05-19T15:00

Information on how our food gets labeled as a GMO or Organic.

Coping with Long-Haul COVID-19 Symptoms from 2021-05-12T15:00

Information on coping with long-haul COVID-19 and its symptoms.

Green Living from 2021-05-05T15:00

This week we examine various lifestyle choices we can adopt in order to help reduce our carbon emissions that are both reasonable and easy to consider.

Making it Through a Mental Burnout from 2021-04-14T15:00

Stay safe, be kind, and try not to stress. Listen in to learn more.

Practices in Regenerative Farming from 2021-04-07T15:00

Learn about regenerative practices when it comes to agriculture, along with the benefits of soils, crops, and the environment.

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Plant-Based Diet from 2021-03-31T15:00

Making time for a plant-based diet.

Tips for starting a healthy, plant-based diet that is good for you and for the planet.

The Importance of Sleep and Meditation from 2021-03-24T15:00

Sleep can get overlooked when it comes to the effects on our health. When we're stressed it can be hard to upack that when we go to bed. Having a good sleeping regimen as well as a meditation te...

Hallmarks of Functional Medicine from 2021-03-17T15:00

Learn about what everyone is talking about when they say "Functional Medicine" and why its so popular during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Celebrating Women’s Health from 2021-03-10T16:00

Celebrating Women's Health, we talk with everyone's favorite, Sharon! We cover the similarities and differences between men and women when it comes to ways to cope with stress and their methodol...

Making Time for a Digital Detox from 2021-02-17T16:00

Addiction to computer screens can sometimes be more difficult to treat than other addictions. Research has shown that excessive time on computer screens can lead to higher levels of ADHD and inc...

Functional Medicine to Help Overcome Chronic Illness from 2021-02-10T16:00

Looking at the ways traditional and functional medical practices can work together in helping promote the most optimal health practices for every individual.

Dealing with Mental Health during Social Distance from 2021-02-03T16:00

The current pandemic that has surged throughout the world will likely impact our social habits for awhile before we will be able to return to a "prepandemic" way of life. This week we discuss de...

Ranges of Food Insecurity from 2021-01-27T16:00

Recent statistics show that somewhere between 1 in 9 Americans have some form of food insecurity. Join in on our ongoing discussion as to what we mean by food security and food hunger in the Uni...

New Food Rules from 2021-01-20T16:00

Michael Pollan said it best: 

Eat REAL food. Not too much of it. Be sure that it is mostly a plant-based meal.

Listen in as we discuss where it is our food comes from, and how...

A Clean Slate from 2021-01-13T16:00

A conversation on safe and healthy detoxes to help support gut health, immune system, increase metabolism and your overall well-being

Indoor Gardening for the Winter from 2020-12-16T16:00

As we head into the winter, what better time like the present than to start a fulfilling indoor gardening project? Having plants in your home has been shown to improve indoor air quality, and ca...

2020 Good Health Gift Guide from 2020-12-09T16:00

Introducing our NEW Good Health Gift Guide for this unique holiday season.

Remembering to be Thankful from 2020-12-02T16:00

As the year 2020 comes to a close, we thought it might be important to remember all of the GOOD that we might have experienced this year.

Stocking a Healthy Pantry for the Winter from 2020-11-25T16:00

As the cold, winter months approach, it is important to make sure our homes are stocked with all of the healthy essentials we all need. 

Special Edition: Holiday Prep 2020 Episode from 2020-10-21T15:00

Holiday preparations will soon be underway. It's never too early to plan ahead for a healthy meal to share with those you care about. This year, perhaps more so than ever, it is more important t...

From a leaky gut to a healthy gut from 2020-10-14T15:00

The human body harbors 100 trillion microbes that live harmoniously within their human host. Abnormal changes in the microbiome leads to an imbalance in the digestive tract, known as a "leaky gu...

A Deeper Look into Alzheimer's Disease from 2020-10-07T15:00

Although there is no definitive cure for Alzheimer's disease, there are ways to help prevent memory loss. Listen here to learn more.

Ways of Battling World Hunger from 2020-09-30T14:00

Globally, 1/3 of the food we produce goes to waste. But there are ways we can help! Tune in to learn more!

The Allergy Season from 2020-09-23T14:00

Fall is upon us, and though the annual season transition is beautiful, and the Sun is still out, for some of us, the sneezing, coughing, and wheezing has already arrived. This is a unique allerg...

Dealing with Anxiety and Depression from 2020-09-16T13:00

September is Suicide Prevention Month. In this episode, we look at the some of the factors that can cause anxiety and depression; how stress management and a healthy diet can help us in these un...

Gut health pt. 2 from 2020-08-12T15:00

How we can change our outlook on food...

The role of our gut is slowly becoming a hot-topic in health circles, and with more and more studies concluding that gut health is just as importa...

Gut Health pt. I (sleep) from 2020-08-05T15:00

The issue of Gut Health is becoming more important than we might think. The gut is like a 'second brain' which further attests to the maxim, we are what we eat! When talking about our Gut Health...

Super Foods!! from 2020-07-29T15:00

Thanks again for listening in to the Orchard Park Public Library's "In Good Health" podcast.

Super Foods (or as we like to call them, immune boosters) are foods that are rich in essential...

Hydration from 2020-07-22T15:00

Water really is the stuff of life. Given the warmer weather in the Summer months, it is easy to overlook the signs of dehydration. We know now that the adult human body is made up of roughly 60%...

Healthy Habits for the Sun from 2020-07-15T15:00

Thanks again for tuning in to another episode of the Orchard Park Library's "In Good Health" Podcast!

This week our topic is the Sun, and all of it's incredible health benefits. A perfect...

A Conversation on COVID-19 from 2020-07-08T15:00

Welcome to the Orchard Park Library's very first Podcast episode, from "In Good Health". My name is Tim, and I am the Library Assistant here at the Orchard Park Library. With me today is our sem...

Orchard Park Public Library Presents: In Good Health (Trailer) from 2020-06-30T22:08:22