Zorba Paster On Your Health

Wisconsin Public Radio

Each week, Dr. Zorba Paster and co-host Tom Clark provide listeners with health and fitness tips to live a full and healthy life. The down-to-earth, personal style makes this call-in show as entertaining as it is informative. "Zorba Paster On Your Health" can be heard Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. and again from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the Ideas Network.

Each week, Dr. Zorba Paster and co-host Tom Clark provide listeners with health and fitness tips to live a full and healthy life. The down-to-earth, personal style makes this call-in show as entertaining as it is informative. "Zorba Paster On Your Health" can be heard Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. and again from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the Ideas Network.

Location:

Madison, WI

Genres:

Fitness and Nutrition

Health & Wellness Podcasts

Public Radio

Talk Show Replays

Networks:

Wisconsin Public Radio

Description:

Language:

English

Contact:

Zorba Paster on Your Health Wisconsin Public Radio 821 University Avenue Madison, WI 53706 800-462-7413

Website:

http://www.wpr.org/zorba/

Email:

zorba@wpr.org

Episodes

Adolescent Mental Health Crisis, Brits Are Having Less Sex, Grilled Chile Salmon With Lime Crema

7/31/2021

Zorba and Tom discuss a new study that shows a large increase in adolescent mental health problems in the UK, and they look at why the Brits are having less sex. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for grilled chile salmon with lime crema.

Duration:00:53:14

Smartphones And Weight Gain, Forever Chemicals In Cosmetics, Claudia’s Summer Gazpacho

7/24/2021

This week the hosts talk about a possible link between weight gain and smartphone use, and they look at new research about "forever chemicals" that are found in many cosmetics. Plus, they share a delicious listener recipe for Claudia's summer gazpacho.

Duration:00:53:14

Recording Doctor Visits, More Good News For Coffee Lovers, Tom's Asparagus

7/17/2021

This week the hosts talk about the practice of patients recording their doctor visits, and they discuss some new research on the benefits of drinking coffee. Plus, they share a special listener recipe for Tom's asparagus.

Duration:00:53:14

The Power Of Music, Exercise And Marijuana Use, Asparagus Garbanzo Bean Salad

7/10/2021

This week the hosts discuss the many ways music affects our health, and they examine new research that looked at a correlation between marijuana use and exercise. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for asparagus garbanzo bean salad.

Duration:00:53:14

Death With Dignity, Lentils And Blood Sugar Study, Greek Pasta Salad

7/3/2021

This week the hosts discuss the controversial issue of assisted suicide, and they look at a study suggesting that eating lentils may lower blood sugar. Plus, they share a tasty recipe for Greek pasta salad.

Duration:00:53:14

Tattoo Ink Health Concerns, Racial Biases In Health Care, Chicken Marbella

6/26/2021

This week the hosts talk about what exactly is in tattoo ink and if it's safe, and they look at new research that illustrates the racial biases that exist in the healthcare industry. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for chicken marbella.

Duration:00:53:15

A Frank Discussion On Bathroom Hand Dryers, Cell Phone Radiation Risk, Persimmon Arugula Salad

6/19/2021

This week the hosts have an enlightening discussion on the cleanliness of bathroom hand dryers, and they look at any potential radiation risks from cell phone use. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for persimmon arugula salad.

Duration:00:53:14

Screen Use Before Bed, Social Ties Slow Brain Aging, Grilled Peaches With Burrata

6/12/2021

This week the hosts look at a study suggesting nighttime screen use can disturb sleep, and they talk about how being social in older age can help slow brain aging. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for grilled peaches with burrata.

Duration:00:53:14

Comfort Food Bad For Mental Health, Baby Boomers Are Healthier Than Millennials, Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken

6/5/2021

This week the hosts talk about a study that shows comfort food may be bad for our mental health, and they look at new research that suggests baby boomers are healthier than millennials and Generation X'ers. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for Mediterranean stuffed chicken.

Duration:00:53:14

Hug Your Children, Phthalates In Our Food, Eggplant Mexicana With Tofu

5/29/2021

This week the hosts discuss a study that looked at the health benefits of children who were hugged, and they look at phthalates in our food. Plus, they share a healthy and delicious recipe for eggplant Mexicana with tofu.

Duration:00:52:59

Garlic Helps Memory, Do Supplements Work, Zorba's Experimental Beef Brisket

5/22/2021

This week the hosts discuss a study suggesting eating fresh garlic may help with memory, and they look at research surrounding the effectiveness of supplements. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for Zorba's experimental beef brisket.

Duration:00:53:14

Is Intermittent Fasting Healthy, Psilocybin As An Antidepressant, BBQ Pineapple Chicken Kabobs

5/15/2021

This week the hosts discuss if intermittent fasting has health benefits, and they look at new research about how psilocybin in mushrooms may work as well as common antidepressants. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for BBQ pineapple chicken kabobs.

Duration:00:53:14

Using Baseball To Fight Dementia, Some Drugs May Cause Dementia, Eggplant With Braised Chickpeas

5/8/2021

This week this hosts talk about using baseball memories to help treat dementia patients. They also look at an observational study showing certain drugs may increase the risks for dementia. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for eggplant with braised chickpeas.

Duration:00:52:59

What Else Is In Our Pills, Mushrooms For Memory, Pineapple Shrimp Noodle Bowl

5/1/2021

This week the hosts look at what inert or inactive ingredients are in the pills we take, and how that could affect our health. They also look at new research suggesting eating mushrooms may help to slow memory loss. Plus, they'll share a healthy recipe for a pineapple shrimp noodle bowl.

Duration:00:53:14

Walking Is Good For The Aging Brain, Benefits Of Eating Oatmeal, Miso Mushroom Stir-Fry

4/24/2021

This week the hosts discuss new research that shows how walking can benefit the aging brain, and they look at the many health benefits of eating oatmeal. Plus, they share a delicious and heart-healthy recipe for miso mushroom stir-fry.

Duration:00:53:14

Icy Plunge For Pain Relief, Eating Quickly Raises Obesity Risk, Stars And Chicken Stew

4/17/2021

This week the hosts look at research suggesting that jumping into cold water may help with pain relief, and they discuss a study showing that eating fast may increase risk for obesity. Plus, they'll share a tasty recipe for stars and chicken stew.

Duration:00:53:14

New Methods For Alzheimer’s Detection, Sleep Is Vital To Forming Memories, Honey Garlic Salmon

4/10/2021

This week the hosts discuss new methods for potentially detecting Alzheimer's, and they look at a new study about the important role sleep plays in forming our memories. Plus, they share a delicious and heart-healthy recipe for honey garlic salmon.

Duration:00:53:14

Opioids And Suboxone Treatment, Babysitting Grandparents May Live Longer, Zaatar Roasted Eggplant

4/3/2021

This week the hosts discuss how Suboxone treatment should be more easily available to treat opioid addiction. They also look at a study that found grandparents who help with babysitting may live longer. Plus, a special guest chef shares his healthy recipe for zaatar roasted eggplant.

Duration:00:53:14

Screens Affect Children's Sleep Health, FDA Takes On Supplement Companies, Thai Chicken Soup

3/27/2021

This week the hosts look at a study that shows children who watch screens before bed time have more sleep issues. They also discuss why the FDA is sending warning letters to certain supplement companies. Plus, they share a tasty recipe for Thai chicken soup.

Duration:00:53:14

Exercise May Boost Memory, House Plants For Health, Cheesy Tofu Quiche With Spinach

3/20/2021

This week the hosts look at new research that suggests exercise may help with memory. They also discuss a study that shows having plants in the workplace may make us happier. Plus, they'll share a healthy recipe for cheesy tofu Quiché with spinach.

Duration:00:53:14