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Sylvia Anderson
Originally from Minnesota, Sylvia moved to California for the sun, sand and warm temperatures. She graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in English and Communications, both of which she has put to good use in her work with RadioMD as Senior Editor.
Her past work, including articles, editorials and blogs, has been published nationwide - online and in various print publications.
Sylvia truly believes in taking health seriously! From nutrition and physical fitness to alternative therapies, Sylvia credits her incredible wellness to living a healthy lifestyle. And, as one of the editors of RadioMD, she feels lucky to be able to learn something new about health each and every day.
Her past work, including articles, editorials and blogs, has been published nationwide - online and in various print publications.
Sylvia truly believes in taking health seriously! From nutrition and physical fitness to alternative therapies, Sylvia credits her incredible wellness to living a healthy lifestyle. And, as one of the editors of RadioMD, she feels lucky to be able to learn something new about health each and every day.
Encore Episode: Transforming Your Life After a Diabetes Diagnosis
Monday, 19 November 2018
Did you know that more than 29 million people in the United States have diabetes?
Encore Episode: Healing through Music
Monday, 12 November 2018
Music can inspire, empower, transform, and even heal us.
Encore Episode: Importance of Aftercare in Recovery
Monday, 05 November 2018
Many people’s recovery journeys begin at an in-patient treatment center. But, what happens after you leave that controlled environment?
Brainwashed: Ex-NFL Star Merril Hoge Explains the Bad Science Behind CTE, Part 2
Thursday, 01 November 2018
Ex-NFL star Merril Hoge continues the conversation with Dr. Willeumier, discussing the truth about CTE.
Brainwashed: Ex-NFL Star Merril Hoge Explains the Bad Science Behind CTE, Part 1
Thursday, 25 October 2018
Ex-NFL star Merril Hoge joins Dr. Willeumier to discuss his new book, BRAINWASHED.
Clean Eating, Dirty Sex: Improving Your Health Physically, Emotionally & Sexually
Tuesday, 20 November 2018
The advice that’s given on every page of Lisa Davis's soon to be released book is designed to help you improve your health: physically, emotionally, and sexually.
CBD: What It Is, How It Works & What to Look For
Tuesday, 13 November 2018
Learn some myths and misunderstandings surrounding CBD.
Healing Power of Words: Mind, Body & Soul
Tuesday, 06 November 2018
When we share our hopes and fears with each other, we realize that none of us are ever really alone.
What Is Collagen & Why Do You Need It?
Tuesday, 30 October 2018
As you age, collagen production declines. This is when supplementation becomes crucial.
EP 914B The Positive Power of Baking Bread
Tuesday, 30 October 2018
Find out how a meditative activity like making bread can connect you to others in your community and across the globe.
EP 914 News of the Week
Tuesday, 30 October 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
The Pain Companion
Monday, 29 October 2018
Sarah Anne Shockley share her story of living with chronic pain.
How to Develop Resilience
Monday, 22 October 2018
Linda Graham, a psychotherapist and author of the book Resilience, explains how we can develop resilience in our brains.
Not Seeing the Results You Want? Here's Why
Thursday, 25 October 2018
Our over-stressed, over-scheduled lifestyles don't always allow for us to follow through with our best intentions.
EP 913B Protect Your Vision from Macular Degeneration
Tuesday, 23 October 2018
Dr. Jeffrey Anshel, co-author of What You Must Know about Age-Related Macular Degeneration, reveals the top cause that you should avoid.
EP 913 News of the Week
Tuesday, 23 October 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
The Latest in Brain Research Technology
Thursday, 18 October 2018
Dr. Willeumier explores the latest in brain research technology with two leading experts in the field.
Football Safety with NFL Veteran Emmanuel Acho
Thursday, 11 October 2018
Emmanuel Acho, an NFL and college football analyst for ESPN and Longhorn Network, discusses football safety.
EP 912B What Is Mitral Valve Disease?
Tuesday, 16 October 2018
Cardiac valve surgeon Dr. Vinay Badhwar explains what older adults need to know about mitral valve disease.
EP 912 News of the Week
Tuesday, 16 October 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
The Ritual of Baking for Self Care
Tuesday, 23 October 2018
Focus and mindfulness bring peace.
Wisdom for Living With & Moving Beyond Chronic Pain
Tuesday, 16 October 2018
Don't let your chronic pain trap you, and don't let others make you feel guilty for hurting.
Holistic Sobriety
Monday, 15 October 2018
Chris Bevacqua shares his insights on how food and recovery go hand-in-hand.
Conquering Fear & Building Resilience
Monday, 08 October 2018
It’s in the moments where life takes a turn we don’t expect that we build up valuable coping skills.
The Dubrow Diet: Interval Eating to Lose Weight & Feel Ageless
Thursday, 18 October 2018
The Dubrow Diet offers unprecedented metabolic control, as well as an internal cellular rejuvenation with powerful anti-aging effects.
The Connection Between Hope & Health
Thursday, 11 October 2018
Learn more about the science of hope theory and how it relates to health.
Nutrition & Cardiovascular Disease: Taking the DIE Out of DIET
Thursday, 04 October 2018
Dr. Kim A. Williams, Sr., has been quoted as saying, “There are two kinds of cardiologists: vegans and those who haven’t read the data.”
EP 911B Smart Ways to Beat Big Brain Threats
Tuesday, 09 October 2018
Find out the factor that does the most brain damage.
EP 911 News of the Week
Tuesday, 09 October 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
"Ask the Doctor" with Dr. Friedman - 9.27.18
Thursday, 27 September 2018
Dr. Friedman weighs in on a few of his listeners' questions.
Why Pain & Brain Health Go Hand-in-Hand
Thursday, 04 October 2018
Learn how how pain and brain health go hand-in-hand with Christopher Zarembinski, MD.
Concussion Mom: Preventing & Coping With Sports-Related Head Injuries
Thursday, 27 September 2018
Learn from Jami Uretsky, an avid activist when it comes to promoting concussion education and awareness.
Healing Power of Positive Words
Monday, 01 October 2018
The words we use can affect every aspect of our lives -- including our physical health.
The Silent Epidemic
Monday, 24 September 2018
The silent crisis many of us are unaware of is the fact that birth parents with addiction issues are often unable to raise their own children
EP 910B How to Help Someone in a Mental Health Crisis
Tuesday, 02 October 2018
In her book, Mental Health Emergencies, Michele Hart shares how anyone can be a first responder in a mental health scenario.
EP 910 News of the Week
Tuesday, 02 October 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
Nutrition & Breast Health
Tuesday, 09 October 2018
Learn how to improve your nutrition and reduce your risk for breast cancer.
How to Live the Life You Want
Tuesday, 02 October 2018
Are you on the verge of change but don't know how to proceed?
EP 909B Breakthroughs in Bladder Cancer Treatment
Tuesday, 25 September 2018
Learn the top bladder cancer risk factors you should avoid.
EP 909 News of the Week
Tuesday, 25 September 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
Pushing for the Change You Deserve
Tuesday, 18 September 2018
Is a change on your horizon? Work through the change to find the happiness you deserve.
Encore Episode: Food as Medicine PLUS Healthy Snacking Ideas with Joy Bauer
Thursday, 20 September 2018
A few changes within your daily diet could have significant impact on your health and wellness.
The Importance of a Healthy Gut
Monday, 17 September 2018
Probiotics affect everything from your mood to your metabolism.
Bringing Our Spiritual Selves to Work
Monday, 10 September 2018
Matt Gottesman shares how we can foster a spiritual practice that can enhance and guide our professional lives.
EP 908B Be Your Own Caregiver
Tuesday, 18 September 2018
Learn the three biggest mistakes caregivers make that can compromise their own health.
EP 908 News of the Week
Tuesday, 18 September 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
What Your Poo Is Telling You
Thursday, 13 September 2018
The color, shape, size, and frequency of your bowel movements may provide clues about how healthy (or unhealthy) you are.
Dental & Brain Health: There Is a Connection, Part 2
Thursday, 13 September 2018
Learn more about the connection between oral health and brain health with Dr. Isaac Bina.
Dental & Brain Health: There Is a Connection, Part 1
Thursday, 06 September 2018
If you're neglecting your dental health, you may also be damaging your brain.
Encore Episode: Thriving Through Uncertainty
Tuesday, 11 September 2018
While we all look for what will make us happy in life, we don't always make the choices we should when it comes to sustaining that happiness.
Back Pain Relief Diet: The Undiscovered Key to Reducing Inflammation & Eliminating Pain
Thursday, 06 September 2018
What if there was a simple solution to ease your back pain?
EP 907B Improve Your Sex Life
Tuesday, 11 September 2018
Do men and women actually want the same things in bed?
EP 907 News of the Week
Tuesday, 11 September 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
Encore Episode: Beyond Drugs & Alcohol: Finding Treatment for Other Addictions
Monday, 03 September 2018
People are struggling with more than just alcohol and drug addictions; from shopping and gambling addictions, to an over-dependence on technology.
Encore Episode: Healing Power of Hands
Monday, 27 August 2018
Human touch is extremely powerful.
A Mind, Body, Spirit Approach to Mental Health
Thursday, 30 August 2018
After years of feeling terrorized by her own thoughts, Dr. Christina Bjorndal attempted to take her life. This devastating low point led to a deep reckoning.
EP 906B A Surprising Cause of Migraines
Tuesday, 04 September 2018
Dr. Martin Gorman discusses a surprising cause of head pain: temporomandibular disorder, commonly known as TMJ.
EP 906 News of the Week
Tuesday, 04 September 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
"Ask the Doctor" with Dr. Friedman - 8.23.18
Thursday, 23 August 2018
Dr. Friedman weighs in on a few of his listeners' questions.
Encore Episode: Simple Tips to Help with the Stress of Our World
Tuesday, 04 September 2018
With so much going on in the world today we need to learn how to navigate. Learn simple tips to help with the stress of living in this wacky world.
Encore Episode: How to Kick Ass at Any Age
Tuesday, 28 August 2018
As Dr. Joyce Knudsen explains, "kicking ass" is not a violent action, but rather a proactive mindset.
EP 905B The Latest Food Trends
Tuesday, 28 August 2018
Learn the latest food crazes and trends displayed at The Annual Summer Fancy Food Show in New York.
EP 905 News of the Week
Tuesday, 28 August 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
Encore Episode: If You're Gluten Free, You May Not Have to Be
Thursday, 16 August 2018
Although eliminating wheat and dairy from your diet may help ease your symptoms, it is a a temporary solution.
EP 904B Make Sense of Confusing Health Headlines
Tuesday, 21 August 2018
How can you separate fact from fiction?
EP 904 News of the Week
Tuesday, 21 August 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
The Endocannabinoid System
Tuesday, 14 August 2018
Learn more about the endocannabinoid system and how natural treatments help it rebalance your wellness.
Supporting Loved Ones with Addiction
Tuesday, 21 August 2018
How can you support a loved one who is battling addiction?
Solving Our Growing Health Crisis with a Whole-Food, Plant-Based Diet
Thursday, 09 August 2018
Could the answer to our growing health crisis be found in the produce section?
Encore Episode: ?Sexual Assault: The Crisis Sweeping the Nation
Monday, 20 August 2018
Why are ?incidents of sexual assault and drug-assisted rapes becoming more prevalent?
Encore Episode: The Keys to Confidence
Monday, 13 August 2018
When you are around a confident person, you may feel drawn to them... as if you can trust what they are saying, and you want to get to know more.
EP 903B Are There Dangerous Toxins in Your Food?
Tuesday, 14 August 2018
Dr. Renee Joy Dufault provides an insider look at the safety of the processed foods in our grocery stores.
EP 903 News of the Week
Tuesday, 14 August 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
Encore Episode: The 411 on Probiotics
Tuesday, 07 August 2018
Probiotics can be confusing. Do they actually work?
Prevent & Treat Diabetes with a Plant-Based Diet
Thursday, 02 August 2018
Dr. Neal Barnard, an unparalleled expert on diabetes and health, joins Dr. Friedman to discuss his new book.
Give a Sh*t: Do Good. Live Better. Save the Planet.
Tuesday, 31 July 2018
Small steps lead to greater environmental change.
EP 902B The Best Food to Improve Your Brain Health
Tuesday, 07 August 2018
Dark leafy greens are nutrient-dense, low-calorie and, according to one study, may make your brain younger by 11 years.
EP 902 News of the Week
Tuesday, 07 August 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
"Ask the Doctor" with Dr. Friedman - 7.26.18
Thursday, 26 July 2018
Dr. Friedman weighs in on a few of his listeners' questions.
EP 901B Caring for a Seriously Ill Child
Tuesday, 31 July 2018
It can feel impossible to prepare for the upsetting news that your child is seriously ill.
EP 901 News of the Week
Tuesday, 31 July 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
Suicide Prevention with Dr. Stephen Odom, Part 2
Thursday, 26 July 2018
Dr. Stephen Odom continues his conversation with host Dr. Kristen Willeumier on the detection and care of suicidal individuals.
Suicide Prevention with Dr. Stephen Odom, Part 1
Thursday, 19 July 2018
Would you recognize suicide warning signs in yourself or another?
Encore Episode: What is Biosound Therapy & How Can It Help Addicts?
Monday, 06 August 2018
Sarah Taylor, CRC, CATC, explains how biosound therapy can help addicts and those on recovery journeys.
Encore Episode: What Is Epigenetics?
Monday, 23 July 2018
Epigenetics is a fascinating study of how environmental factors affect genes and how certain lifestyle changes can help you turn genes on or off.
EP 900B 6 Factors that Can Reduce Your Cancer Risk
Tuesday, 24 July 2018
There are simple lifestyle tweaks you can make to minimize your risk of cancer and other top illnesses.
EP 900 News of the Week
Tuesday, 24 July 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
Natural Beauty Products
Tuesday, 24 July 2018
Beauty products and wellness should not be mutually exclusive.
How to Stay Sane When Interacting with Social Media
Tuesday, 17 July 2018
Take control of your sanity with compassion on your social media feeds.
EP 899B Are You at Risk for Hepatitis C?
Tuesday, 17 July 2018
How can you find out if you're at risk for hepatitis C?
EP 899 News of the Week
Tuesday, 17 July 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
Encore Episode: The Craving Cure
Thursday, 19 July 2018
The real reason so many of us can’t stick to a healthy diet? Our favorite foods are engineered to be addictive.
Food as Medicine PLUS Healthy Snacking Ideas with Joy Bauer
Thursday, 12 July 2018
A few changes within your daily diet could have significant impact on your health and wellness.
Blessed with Energy: Mystery of Energy Medicine Explained
Tuesday, 10 July 2018
Bioenergetic therapy is the understanding of how the electromagnetic flow works around and through the body, how it can be disrupted, and how balance can be restored.
EP 898B Understanding Your Inhaler
Tuesday, 10 July 2018
Dr. Nicola Hanania shares that many patients don't know how to use their inhaler properly, as well as how incorrect use can lead to ineffective treatment.
EP 898 News of the Week
Tuesday, 10 July 2018
Every week, Dr. Roizen discusses the latest health headlines YOU need to know.
Younger: Breakthrough Program to Turn Back the Clock on Aging
Thursday, 05 July 2018
At age 44, Dr. Sara Gottfried performed a test of how fast she was aging, and she failed.