Tracking your protein intake
Protein is essential for our daily lives. But how much should you be getting per day?
Protein is essential for our daily lives. But how much should you be getting per day?
Report finds high levels of lead in popular protein powders and shakes
A new consumer investigation has found high levels of lead in nearly two-thirds of protein powders and shakes tested, raising serious concerns about the safety of popular supplements. Dr. Laurel Cherian, associate professor in the Department of Neurological Sciences at Rush University Medical Center, joins us to explain what this means for consumers, how heavy metals can impact brain and body health, and what to look for before buying protein products.
A new consumer investigation has found high levels of lead in nearly two-thirds of protein powders and shakes tested, raising serious concerns about the safety of popular supplements. Dr. Laurel Cherian, associate professor in the Department of Neurological Sciences at Rush University Medical Center, joins us to explain what this means for consumers, how heavy metals can impact brain and body health, and what to look for before buying protein products.
Can you really trust your gut? The science behind our 'sixth sense'
We?ve all heard the advice: ?trust your gut.? But what does that really mean ? and is there science behind it? Dr. Hongkui Zeng, Executive Vice President and Director of the Brain Initiative at the Allen Institute, joins us to explain how the nervous system tracks and regulates the body?s internal organs. This NIH-supported project aims to uncover the body?s true ?sixth sense? ? the subconscious communication between the brain and organs like the heart, lungs, and stomach that helps keep us balanced and alive.
We?ve all heard the advice: ?trust your gut.? But what does that really mean ? and is there science behind it? Dr. Hongkui Zeng, Executive Vice President and Director of the Brain Initiative at the Allen Institute, joins us to explain how the nervous system tracks and regulates the body?s internal organs. This NIH-supported project aims to uncover the body?s true ?sixth sense? ? the subconscious communication between the brain and organs like the heart, lungs, and stomach that helps keep us balanced and alive.
4 in 10 Americans are obese, annual report finds: See the worst states
For the first time in over a decade, the number of states with rates of obesity at 35% or higher has dropped, according to a recent report.
For the first time in over a decade, the number of states with rates of obesity at 35% or higher has dropped, according to a recent report.
A new birth control pill is available over the counter. When will it be available?
The FDA has approved the first over-the-counter birth control for women. Beth Galvin has the details on when it will be available.
The FDA has approved the first over-the-counter birth control for women. Beth Galvin has the details on when it will be available.
Breast cancer vaccine could eliminate disease by 2030
A breast cancer vaccine is showing great promise, with some saying a cure is in sight.
A breast cancer vaccine is showing great promise, with some saying a cure is in sight.
Medicaid renewal process: Thousands of Illinoisans at risk of losing coverage
This year alone, as many as 15 million Americans could potentially lose their Medicaid health care coverage. One of the nation's top health care advocates made a stop in Chicago on Monday to remind Medicaid recipients that they may still be eligible.
This year alone, as many as 15 million Americans could potentially lose their Medicaid health care coverage. One of the nation's top health care advocates made a stop in Chicago on Monday to remind Medicaid recipients that they may still be eligible.
Parkinson's patients find freedom through ballet program
Parkinson's patients find freedom through ballet program
Parkinson's patients find freedom through ballet program
World IVF Day: What does the future of in vitro fertilization look like?
Tuesday is World IVF Day, marking the birth of the first baby ever born using in vitro fertilization in 1978. Over the last four decades, more than nine million babies have been born worldwide thanks to assisted reproductive technology. Dr. Asima Ahmad, chief medical officer and co-founder of Carrot Fertility, joined Good Day Chicago with more on the future of IVF.
Tuesday is World IVF Day, marking the birth of the first baby ever born using in vitro fertilization in 1978. Over the last four decades, more than nine million babies have been born worldwide thanks to assisted reproductive technology. Dr. Asima Ahmad, chief medical officer and co-founder of Carrot Fertility, joined Good Day Chicago with more on the future of IVF.
Fitness Friday: Running Tour showcases Chicago 1919 Race Riot history
Read & Run Chicago is partnering with the Chicago Race Riot of 1919 Commemoration Project for a one-of-a-kind running tour commemorating the historical event on the same day and in the same place the multi-day riots began over 100 years ago.
Read & Run Chicago is partnering with the Chicago Race Riot of 1919 Commemoration Project for a one-of-a-kind running tour commemorating the historical event on the same day and in the same place the multi-day riots began over 100 years ago.
Sun safety tips to keep your skin healthy and glowing this summer
Chicago dermatologist Dr. Amy Brodsky and Dr. Sandra Lee, TLC's Dr. Pimple Popper, dish out helpful advice for keeping your skin healthy while exposed to the sun this summer.
Chicago dermatologist Dr. Amy Brodsky and Dr. Sandra Lee, TLC's Dr. Pimple Popper, dish out helpful advice for keeping your skin healthy while exposed to the sun this summer.
Dancing with Parkinson's: New partnership provides patients with ballet
For those who suffer from Parkinson?s disease, even the simplest motor functions can become everyday obstacles. In an effort to improve those skills, Northwestern Medicine is teaming up with one of the country?s premiere dance companies to provide patients with a little jazz, a little tap and even a little ballet.
For those who suffer from Parkinson?s disease, even the simplest motor functions can become everyday obstacles. In an effort to improve those skills, Northwestern Medicine is teaming up with one of the country?s premiere dance companies to provide patients with a little jazz, a little tap and even a little ballet.
'Muscle mastery' provides new way to shed weight
Dr. Gabrielle Lyon shares a different method to lose weight that does not require extreme dieting, a pill, or an injection.
Dr. Gabrielle Lyon shares a different method to lose weight that does not require extreme dieting, a pill, or an injection.
Spike in parasitic infections making people sick in Illinois
A spike in parasitic infections is making people sick in Illinois.
A spike in parasitic infections is making people sick in Illinois.
Northwestern scholars program helps kids become doctors
Northwestern Medicine is hosting high school students for a four-week program with the goal of creating diversity in the medical field.
Northwestern Medicine is hosting high school students for a four-week program with the goal of creating diversity in the medical field.
New drug for infant respiratory virus
This will come as a relief to parents of little ones. There is a new therapy for infants and toddlers targeting RSV.
This will come as a relief to parents of little ones. There is a new therapy for infants and toddlers targeting RSV.
First over-the-counter birth control approved
The FDA has approved its first over-the-counter birth control, which means it will be available without a prescription.
The FDA has approved its first over-the-counter birth control, which means it will be available without a prescription.
Loretto Hospital holds blood drive, encourages Black American blood donations
Donating blood is a simple act that can help save lives, but so many are still concerned about the process or even scared. Later this month, Loretto Hospital is hosting a blood drive, highlighting the need for type O blood. Tesa Anewishki, president and CEO of Loretto Hospital, joined Good Day Chicago on Sunday to talk more about it.
Donating blood is a simple act that can help save lives, but so many are still concerned about the process or even scared. Later this month, Loretto Hospital is hosting a blood drive, highlighting the need for type O blood. Tesa Anewishki, president and CEO of Loretto Hospital, joined Good Day Chicago on Sunday to talk more about it.
New Northwestern study reveals alarming impact of long Covid on patients
Northwestern Medicine is sharing some new findings about the impact of long Covid on patients.
Northwestern Medicine is sharing some new findings about the impact of long Covid on patients.
Drug cocktail causing spike in overdose fatalities
There's a growing concern among health officials over a mix of deadly drugs causing a spike in overdose deaths in Florida.
There's a growing concern among health officials over a mix of deadly drugs causing a spike in overdose deaths in Florida.