Drs. Oz & Roizen: Olympian Tricks
Q: I’m just as impressed by the mental focus of elite athletes as I am by their physical prowess. What types of mental tricks do elite-level athletes use that I can tailor for my own not-so-elite tennis game or to improve my running time? A: You guessed it: Mental focus is key to the success […]
Drs. Oz & Roizen: The Cure for Overtraining
Q: Every two years I get Olympic fever and step up my fitness routine… and every two years I end up with an injury from doing too much, too soon. What are some signs of overtraining and how can I know when I’m pushing myself too far? A: You’re not alone. Plenty of people get […]
Drs. Oz & Roizen: Healthy Holidays
➽ Q: My husband recently had a heart attack, and because the holidays can be stressful—and because sugary, fatty foods are everywhere—I’m worried. How can we stay heart-healthy through the season? A: You’re right to be concerned—unhealthy food choices, lack of time for self-care and physical activity, and the stress of the season increase emergency-room visits and heart-related deaths. […]
Drs. Oz & Roizen: Well-Traveled
Q: Can Airborne and similar products keep me from catching other passengers’ illnesses on a plane? A: Airborne, a supplement containing vitamins, minerals and herbs, hit the market in the late 1990s, claiming it could prevent and treat colds, but there’s little evidence it does so. In fact, a 2006 ABC News/Good Morning America investigation […]
Drs. Oz & Roizen: Gene Test Prep
We answered questions you sent us about personal genomic testing and the Supreme Court’s recent decision barring companies from patenting genes. To boil down the complicated science into real-world advice, we asked the chairwoman of the Cleveland Clinic Foundation’s Genomic Medicine Institute, Charis Eng, M.D., Ph.D., to give us—and you—the lowdown on how the research […]
Drs. Oz & Roizen: An Rx for Stocking Stuffers
Q: I don’t want to be a killjoy, but I hate stuffing my family’s stockings with candy and quick-to-break junk. Do you have any fun but healthier-than-candy alternatives? A: Here are some of our favorite things for $25 or less that will give the gift of health for years to come:• Dark chocolate. Splurge on […]
Drs. Oz & Roizen: Well-Being Secrets
You’ve been hit over the head with the basics of healthy living time and again—get regular exercise, cut back on fatty foods, sugars and carbs, and load up on fruits and vegetables. Sound familiar? This month our docs dig deeper into your questions to unveil some hidden hints for wellness. Q: I have back pain […]
Drs. Oz & Roizen: Fit for the Job
Over the last few months, we’ve received a number of questions about the Affordable Care Act and how it affects small businesses. In addition to tax credits for providing health insurance to employees, the Affordable Care Act offers many small businesses incentives for creating wellness programs—things like smoking cessation seminars, reimbursement for gym memberships and […]
Drs. Oz & Roizen: An Apple a Day (Keeps the Doctor Away?)
Some are old wives’ tales and others are legitimate modern-day concerns, but these health questions have divided public opinion. So our Docs give us the facts. Q: Is there a consensus on the effects of holding cellphones to our ears? Some people say it’s dangerous to our brains. A: Cellphones do emit electromagnetic radiation that […]
Drs. Oz & Roizen: Mental Illness Is More Than a Feeling
As a society, we have a long way to go in our understanding of mental illness. The conversation continues here, as the doctors shed light on how to deal with depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and even pathological lying. Q: My brother returned from Afghanistan a year ago and has been battling PTSD. He’s seen […]
Drs. Oz & Roizen: That’s a Freaky Meat-a-ball!
Anyone with a Netflix account over the last few years has noticed an uptick in documentaries questioning the safety, healthfulness and sustainability of America’s food supply. This month, we asked the Docs your questions about the effects of eating meats and vegetables that have been genetically or hormonally altered, as well as some suggestions for […]
Drs. Oz & Roizen: Stay Heart Healthy
It’s a symbol for courage and love, but the heart is so much more—it keeps us, like, alive, man. For April, the Docs give their pointers for staying heart healthy by answering your questions. Q: There is a significant history of heart disease in my family. What can I do to stay ahead of the […]