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A Healthier Michigan Podcast with Chuck Gaidica

a cell phone and headphone wires in the shape of Michigan.

A Healthier Michigan PodcastHost Chuck Gaidica and expert guests explore wellness, fitness, mental health, and food and nutrition to help you live a healthier and happier life.

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A person wearing a parka coat sits on a wall looking out at the sea

A person wearing a parka coat sits on a wall looking out at the sea

The Telephone Call That Changed My Life Forever

And why you MUST be mindful of mental health.

How Much Sunlight do I Need to get Vitamin D?

How to get Vitamin D Safely from the Sun

How to get Vitamin D Safely from the Sun

People deficient in “the sunshine vitamin” may experience muscle weakness and bone pain. And in severe cases, bone softening and weakened bone structure.

Multi-ethnic group of three middle aged and senior women (50s, 60s) doing water aerobics exercises with dumbbells in a swimming pool. Two of the women have serious expressions on their faces and the third is smiling.

Multi-ethnic group of three middle aged and senior women (50s, 60s) doing water aerobics exercises with dumbbells in a swimming pool. Two of the women have serious expressions on their faces and the third is smiling.

How Does Age Affect Your Cardio Stamina, Ability to Bounce Back?

If your workouts are feeling a little sluggish lately, could your age be affecting your stamina?

Butter Alternatives: Which One Is Best?

Better buy some butter

Better buy some butter

Butter is rich and creamy, but a lot of people are looking for healthier alternatives. Here’s how to get started. 

Peeled ginger root on a cutting board

Peeled ginger root on a cutting board

Kitchen Hacks: Snack Bag How-To and Peeling Ginger with a Spoon

Need to make some smaller snack bags or peel ginger without the fuss? We’ve got a hack for that.

Winter Self-Care Guide: Sleep

Couple making the bed together

Couple making the bed together

Getting a good night’s rest doesn’t start when you hit the lights at the end of the night: you need to lay the groundwork for good sleep throughout the day.

Woman reading book on sofa

Woman reading book on sofa

How to Turn FOMO into JOMO

Obsessed with what your friends are saying and doing on social media? It’s time to turn your FOMO into JOMO.

Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Cervical Health 

Doctor or psychiatrist consulting and diagnostic examining stressful woman patient on obstetric - gynecological female illness, or mental health in medical clinic or hospital healthcare service center

Doctor or psychiatrist consulting and diagnostic examining stressful woman patient on obstetric - gynecological female illness, or mental health in medical clinic or hospital healthcare service center

The next time you talk to your doctor, don’t forget to ask questions about cervical health, and factors that might put you at risk for cancer.

Soups

Healthy and Cozy Winter Soups

Soup brings coziness and comfort to the winter season and is effortless to heat up for lunch. Here are some recipes for making healthier soups.

Vegan Creamy Lemongrass Mushroom and Tofu Soup
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Creamy Lemongrass Mushroom and Tofu Soup

Creamy Lemongrass Mushroom and Tofu Soup

This Asian-inspired recipe is balanced in heat, acid, salt and fat, featuring flavors like lemongrass, lime, red pepper flakes, soy sauce and lite coconut milk.