Zorba Paster On Your Health

This week Tom and Zorba talk about if the importance of breastfeeding has been inflated by doctors, and they discuss a study showing smoked or cured meats may be linked to certain cancers. Plus they share a delicious recipe for Mediterranean Veggie Wraps!

This week Tom and Zorba discuss research that shows having a spouse or loved one around helps recovery from surgery, and they talk about new data showing an increase in death rates among white middle-aged males. Plus, they share a delicious guest chef recipe for Roasted Butternut Squash Soup.

This week Tom & Zorba look at the issue of patient's rights in the hospital. They also discuss the merits of the new shingles vaccine. Plus, they share a tasty recipe: Zucchini Noodles with Avocado Pesto & Shrimp!

This week the hosts discuss the (mild) dangers of your dog licking your face. They also look at a study suggesting that children whose parents have been absent are more likely to smoke or drink and struggle in school. Plus, they'll share a healthy and tasty recipe for Butter Lettuce Salad with Goat Cheese and Pickled Grapes!

This week Tom & Zorba look at a study suggesting standing at work may be worse than sitting. They also discuss how early exposure to pet allergens may reduce the risk of asthma for infants. Plus, they share a tasty recipe: The Midwest Beet Burger!

This week the hosts discuss a study looking the possible over-screening for prostate cancer, and they'll talk about the effects of the proliferation of tanning salons on college campuses. Plus, they'll share a delicious recipe for Persian Spiced Chicken with Spaghetti Squash!

This week the hosts look at how the Mediterranean Diet relates to fat, and talk about how long we should hand on to food after the expiration date. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for a Tuscan Grilled Pork Chops!

This week Zorba talks about his experience swimming naked in high school in Chicago, and why this was a thing . They also discuss why alcohol use is up among senior citizens. Plus, they share a tasty recipe for Heirloom Tomato & Herb Salad!

Tom and Zorba discuss children and headphone use, and callers ask Zorba health and lifestyle questions. Plus, Zorba's special pledge recipe for Death By Chocolate Cookies!

This week the hosts discuss a study suggesting that perhaps some people are genetically wired to crave more caffeine, and they debate the merits of flossing based on new information from the American Dental Association. Plus, they share a tasty recipe for Seaweed Salad!

This week we look at new research on knee meniscus surgery vs. exercise, and we discuss the DEA's decision to keep marijuana listed as a Schedule 1 drug alongside heroin and LSD. Plus, a tasty and healthy recipe for a Chipotle & Avocado Bean Wrap!

This week, we look at the science of negotiating with your kids, and we discuss new research on how body mass index relates to early death. Plus, a tasty and healthy recipe for Roasted Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup !

This week Zorba and Tom talk about a study that looks at the amount of bacteria in our dish sponges, and they discuss a study on potential prevention factors for dementia. Plus, they share a delicious recipe: Spinach & Chicken Tortilla Casserole!

This week Tom and Zorba look at a study that revises how much water we should be drinking every day, and they discuss rising e-cigarette use among children. Plus, Zorba serves up a summer picnic recipe for You Say...Potato Salad!

This week Zorba and Tom offer up tips on how not to get sick from eating takeout food, and they discuss a study suggesting that e-cigarettes may help smoking cessation. Plus, they share a delicious recipe for Summer Squash with Basil and Garlic!