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The carnivore diet asks people to eat entirely animal-based, and the most extreme followers restrict themselves to only meat.Many carnivores claims they feel great — better than they ever have. They have more energy and lose weight.Norman and Tegan tuck into the reasons why carnivores feel better in the short-term, and the dangers they're inviting in the long-term.References: Behavioral Characteristics and Self-Reported Health Status among 2029 Adults Consuming a “Carnivore Diet” - Current Developments in NutritionLimitations of Self-reported Health Status and Metabolic Markers among Adults Consuming a “Carnivore Diet” - Current Developments in NutritionAssessing the Nutrient Composition of a Carnivore Diet: A Case Study ModelYellowish Nodules on a Man Consuming a Carnivore Diet | Lifestyle Behaviors | JAMA Cardiology

Hot flashes. Night sweats. Aching joints. Sore boobs. Welcome to your body in perimenopause!In episode one of this four-part series, Yumi Stynes speaks to women in the thick of perimenopause and battling physical symptoms. She also sits down with Dr Susan Davis, endocrinologist and world-leading expert on sex hormones and ageing to learn the best treatments for bothersome symptoms and how look after yourself in this stage of life. No sweat!Essential listening if you're going through perimenopause right now, or for those wanting to know what's over the hormonal horizon.

Do you find yourself complaining that you've got a small bladder, as you run to the toilet for the third time in an hour?There are many reasons a person might pee more than others, including some scary medical conditions. But as Norman and Tegan explain, in most cases your bladder is just deconditioned and you need to get your urinary tract into shape. References:Bladder control: Lifestyle strategies ease problemsA randomized double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial of a product containing pumpkin seed extract and soy germ extract to improve overactive bladder-related voiding dysfunction and quality of lifePumpkin Seed Oil Extracted From Cucurbita maxima Improves Urinary Disorder in Human Overactive BladderProsta Fink Forte capsules in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Multicentric surveillance study in 2245 patients

Microplastics are infiltrating our air, water, and even our bodies, raising concerns about their health effects. The hosts tackle listener questions, explore the origins of these tiny particles, and debunk myths, including the exaggerated notion that we consume a credit card worth per week. They take a deeper dive into potential risks linked to cancer and fertility, while also discussing the ever-present microplastics in everyday products like chewing gum. It’s a fascinating journey through the complex landscape of plastic pollution and health.

This week parts of Australia are preparing to wind back their clocks to mark the ending of daylight saving time.For a long time the country has been divided about the positives and the negatives of changing the clocks twice a year.Norman and Tegan look into the health effects of this shift – from the impact on sleep to medical procedures and road accidents.References:Basic concepts and unique features of human circadian rhythms: implications for human health | Nutrition Reviews | Oxford AcademicAre Daylight Saving Time Changes Bad for the Brain? | Cerebrovascular Disease | JAMA NeurologyDaylight Saving Time and Acute Myocardial Infarction: A Meta-AnalysisDaylight savings time transitions and risk of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest: An interrupted time series analysisEmbryo transfers performed during daylight savings time led to reduced live birth rates in older patients | Journal of Assisted Reproduction and GeneticsDaylight saving time as a potential public health interventionDoes lowering evening rectal temperature to morning levels offset the diurnal variation in muscle force production?

Dive into the fascinating world of eyewear where myths about glasses weakening eyesight are debunked. Discover how modern lifestyles contribute to conditions like myopia and why exposure to natural light matters. Journey through the intriguing history of glasses, from 13th-century Italy to today’s accessibility challenges. Tune in to understand the crucial role of regular eye check-ups and how wearing glasses can profoundly shape personal identity. Expect laughter and important insights as the hosts reflect on vision and self-image!

We haven’t always suppressed our sweat or our natural body odour, but in many cultures now it’s expected we’ll all try to smell our best.You might be seeing more ads for ‘natural’ deodorants that promise to keep you fresh without any harmful ingredients.Norman and Tegan talk through those ingredients, and whether they carry any risks.References:The specific biochemistry of human axilla odour formation viewed in an evolutionary contextUse of Aluminium in Antiperspirants - Australian Department of HealthAntiperspirants/Deodorants and Breast Cancer - National Cancer InstituteAntiperspirants - National Kidney FoundationHow Advertisers Convinced Americans They Smelled Bad - Smithsonian Magazine

Protein is having its moment — walk any supermarket aisle and you'll find product after product boasting its protein content. Do you need to be loading up on protein through powders or processed foods, or can you meet your goals with whole foods?Norman and Tegan unpack why protein is important and how much you need each day. References:Protein - Nutrient Reference Values for Australia and New ZealandTips to boost protein in your diet from Dietitians AustraliaHow much protein can the body use in a single meal for muscle-building? Implications for daily protein distributionAssociation between dietary protein intake and risk of chronic kidney disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Dive into the health hazards of fine particulate air pollution and its sneaky presence in everyday life. Discover how PM2.5 from sources like combustion and bushfires can lead to serious health issues such as strokes and respiratory conditions. The discussion humorously compares air pollution to smoking, while emphasizing the lack of control individuals have over the air they breathe. Plus, enjoy light-hearted personal stories and listener input on tackling calf cramps, blending science with relatable anecdotes.

Cramping muscles are common, whether they’re associated with exercise or not.Knowing what causes them can help people avoid them or treat them, but for many people it's not a simple story.Norman and Tegan talk through some of the theories behind this painful phenomenon, and why magnesium might not be the answer.References:Muscle cramps: A comparison of the two-leading hypothesisInfluence of Hydration and Electrolyte Supplementation on Incidence and Time to Onset of Exercise-Associated Muscle CrampsMagnesium for skeletal muscle cramps - Cochrane ReviewA randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter study assessing the efficacy of magnesium oxide monohydrate in the treatment of nocturnal leg crampsPickle Juice Intervention for Cirrhotic Cramps Reduction: The PICCLES Randomized Controlled TrialAustralian Institute of Sport's sports supplement framework: pickle juice