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Stay on Track When Life Gets Hectic
When our schedules get busy, we have to be able to stick to our routines. On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Senior Medical Director of Provider Engagement, Dr. Heather Stamat. Together they discuss how important it is to have healthy goals and how to prioritize yourself when your schedule is limited. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: How to eat healthier on the go How planning can prevent stress How to keep a routine Why it’s important to put yourself first
Red Light Therapy: Scam or Science?
Red Light Therapy: is it a scam or does it have any real health benefits? On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Clinical Director of Blue Care Network, Dr. Peter Graham. Together they discuss Red Light Therapy, its effects and the differences between professional care and at-home devices. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What are the benefits, if any, of Red Light Therapy? Do smaller devices have a positive effect? Are there any negatives? Should you see a professional?
More Than the Latest Trend: What is Fibermaxxing?
More than just the latest TikTok trend, fibermaxxing has real benefits. On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Registered Dietitian Shanthi Appelö, together they discuss what the trend is, why you need fiber and how much you should have. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What are the benefits of fiber? What are some easy ways to increase fiber intake? How much does the average adult need? What does the “maxxing” trend really mean?
How to Like Working Out: Simple Brain Hacks
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by the Director of Behavioral Health & Planning for BCBSM, Dr. Julia Isaacs. Together, they talk ways to enjoy exercising, what is temptation bundling? And what other strategies are there to change your mindset? In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: How much exercise you need? What tools are there to help you workout more? How can you avoid the gym and still workout? What does it mean to gamify?
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From Green to Purple: What is the Air Quality Index?
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by the Clinical Director of Blue Care Network, Dr. Peter Graham. Together, they talk about the AQI, what is it?, and how it can help prepare you for the day. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: How to read the AQI? Who is most effected by air quality? What changes air quality? What you can do to help yourself
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The Highs and Lows of Energy Drinks
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Care Management Physician for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Dr. Angela Seabright. Together, they talk about the good and bad of energy drinks, what's in them, and some other ways you could get the energy you need to go about your day. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What's in energy drinks How they effect the body Are they a danger to us what are some alternatives
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Eating for Healing: An Anti-Inflammatory Diet
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Registered Dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Shanthi Appelö. Together, they explore ways to combat inflammation, why its bad long term and how small changes in your lifestyle can help fight it. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What causes inflammation What some of the long term effects can be Diets that can reduce inflammation Other ways to fight inflammation
Easy Ways to Increase Your Veggie Intake
At some point in your life, it’s possible you’ve heard someone say, “it’s important to eat your veggies so you can grow up to be big and strong.” And it’s also likely some of us didn’t read much more into that statement. To an extent, a majority of us know that vegetables are good for us because that’s what we were told growing up. However, according to the CDC, 91% of adults aren’t getting the daily recommended of vegetables. During this conversation, we’ll shed light on the benefits of vegetables and creative ways we can incorporate them into our diet.
Community First-Partnering for Upstream Affordability
Affordability isn't just about medical bills—it's about addressing what drives health in the first place. When people have stable housing, access to healthy food and support for mental health, they use the health care system less and live healthier lives. In this episode we explore how health care affordability starts far upstream—from food security and housing stability to behavioral health and chronic disease prevention. This episode will spotlight community-based partnerships that Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan has invested in to address these social determinants of health and ultimately reduce unnecessary costs across the system.
