TED Health

Social activist Ananya Grover discusses her 'Pravahkriti' campaign promoting period positivity, breaking taboos, and raising menstrual health awareness. OB/GYN Dr. Jen Gunter debunks myths and misconceptions around menstruation, highlighting the importance of education and empowerment for better health choices.

Biologist Kathleen McAuliffe discusses how gut microbes influence human personality, behaviors, and neurological disorders. She explores the link between gut bacteria and mood, weight, and mental health, as well as their impact on neuropsychiatric conditions like ADHD, OCD, and Parkinson's disease. The ongoing research in this field highlights the potential for microbiota-based treatments and the promising future of gut bacteria research.

Researcher and physician Amy Baxter discusses practical neuroscience hacks to block pain signals, offering alternatives to opioids. Topics include reframing pain perception, innovative pain management techniques using vibration and ice, the impact of fear and control on pain, and exploring opioid risks and alternative options.

Have we lost the practical wisdom of what happens as people die? With lessons from a career witnessing thousands of people's final breaths, palliative care expert Kathryn Mannix urges us to demystify the experience of death, sharing how a better understanding of what actually happens can reduce fear in the final days, for you and your loved ones. After the talk, Shoshana shares how one patient changed her life forever and led her to found endwellproject.org, a platform dedicated to making end-of-life PART of life.Learn more about our flagship conference happening this April at attend.ted.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Exploring the impact of alternative proteins in China, the podcast discusses the cultural significance of meat, challenges faced by plant-based products, and successful strategies to drive acceptance in the market. It also delves into the efforts of local government to promote sustainable food choices and the importance of protein diversification to combat climate challenges globally.

The podcast delves into the long-term impacts of denying abortions on women's health, well-being, and socioeconomic status. It challenges misconceptions about abortion's effects and emphasizes the importance of empowering women to make decisions that shape their futures.

Glenn Close shares her personal journey with mental health advocacy, challenges the stigma surrounding mental illness, and discusses the transformative power of community support. The podcast highlights the importance of comprehensive mental health care systems and the need for increased awareness and understanding.

Unraveling the hidden meanings of boredom, ADHD link in children, managing attention challenges from childhood to adulthood with ADHD, and research insights for managing ADHD

Public policy expert Heather C. McGhee discusses how racism impacts the economy, policymaking, and unity in the US. She emphasizes the need to create a more prosperous nation for all. Dr. Aletha Maybank joins to talk about the impact of neighborhoods on health.

Social neuroscientist and psychology professor Keely Muscatell explores the interconnectedness of mood and the inflammatory system. The podcast discusses the bidirectional relationship between the immune system and thoughts, feelings, and social behavior, as well as the impact of inflammation on mood and social interactions. It also delves into how sickness shapes a person's mood and the positive effects of inflammation on social interactions.