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A 10-week health and fitness plan that will give you the tools you need to achieve your goals.Fun, easy and accessible for people of all ages and abilities, Denise Austin's new 360° Plan is available in three different levels: beginner, intermediate and advanced. There is truly something for everyone. The program also includes a large social element, with internal communities where users can help each other, track their friends’ progress through graphics and stats, and provide support. Built from three core elements that are fundamental for a complete health routine, the 360° Plan focuses on fitness, food and motivation, and includes the following: 30-minute workout videos, which get progressively more difficult throughout the course of the program, six days per week (Sunday is a rest day). A variety of workouts exist, including “walk with me,” high-energy cardio, yoga, barre, Pilates, dance cardio, and even a fun mother-daughter dance workout with Austin and her daughter Katie. Motivational videos featuring personal life experiences and insights from Austin twice per week (Wednesday and Sunday). A daily meal plan with recipes for all three meals, plus a snack. The recipes include a weekly shopping list that is mobile-friendly and there are more than 200 recipes to choose from. Listen in as Denise Austin discusses her new plan and how it can benefit you.

As you approach middle age, you may be concerned how your body will handle the stress of running. Is walking better for you?As you approach middle age, you may be concerned how your body will handle the stress of running. Actually, new studies show that running as you approach this point in your life may not be a bad thing. But, is walking still better for you? Your body does go through changes as the years click by, and overuse injuries can become more common. Adjustments to your routine may be necessary; but that doesn't mean you should stop or cut back so much that you're not getting any real benefits. Listen in as Michele Olson discusses running vs. walking as you approach middle age and how it can still have benefits for your health.

Are you an active woman still struggling with your body image?You're active, you eat healthy and take excellent care of your health... and still you have issues with your body image. It's simply a fact of life: your body changes as you age, and dealing with these changes can be a psychological nightmare. So, then, you might be looking for viable solutions. Do you increase your exercise or modify your diet? Or both? What you might not consider is that a positive attitude and healthy rewards are a great way to help with your body image doubts. Listen in as Michele Olson discusses the many body image issues both women and men have, as well as ways for you to accept (to some extent) the changes we all go through.

News of the week, toxic dangers, and helpful health tips. You don't want to miss this! Straight talk from You Doc, Michael Roizen, MD. Dr. Mike and co-host Joe Galuski discuss more of the most prevalent health news you need to know from the past week. Plus, find out "What's Toxic & What's Not" from toxicologist and regular contributor, Gary Ginsberg. More from RealAge How to Keep Your Humidifier Healthy

It's time to talk about poop -- but not in the way you might think.It's time to talk about poop -- but not in the way you might think. Some experts believe poop is at the center of a medical revolution, and it all has to do with the trillions of healthy bacteria living in our stomachs, mouths and skin. Called microbiomes, these bacteria may be a secret weapon against some of the most difficult medical problems, including obesity. Noted endocrinologist, Dr. Florence Comite, joins Dr. Roizen to share more information about this interesting idea and the latest research. Bonus! Use Your Nose to Sniff Out Fat

Join Dr. Roizen and his expert guests for the latest health news, wellness advice and most up-to-date research from around the world. World-renowned physician, Dr. Michael Roizen, MD, continues to update your understanding of the meaning of health by providing an in-depth review of the most impactful health headlines. Joined by his co-host, Joe Galuski, they discuss the health news that matters most to you. The duo is later joined by noted endocrinologist, Dr. Florence Comite. Dr. Comite shares her latest research on microbiomes. These bacteria may be a secret weapon against some of the most difficult medical problems, including obesity. Bonus! Real Age Tip Can Your Skin Condition Cause Depression?

News of the week, toxic dangers, and helpful health tips. You don't want to miss this! Straight talk from You Doc, Michael Roizen, MD. Dr. Mike and co-host Joe Galuski discuss more of the most prevalent health news you need to know from the past week. Plus, find out "What's Toxic & What's Not" from toxicologist and regular contributor, Gary Ginsberg. More from RealAge 5 Ways to Prevent Computer Eyestrain

One in five Americans suffers from hearing loss, but nearly 75% don't get treatment.One in five Americans suffers from hearing loss, but nearly 75% don't get treatment. If you've been worried about your hearing, this should be music to your ears. The new book, Hearing Loss: Facts and Fiction, by Timothy Frantz, MD, offers up insider secrets, such as how to get an affordable hearing aid and how to communicate better even without one. Join Dr. Roizen and Dr. Frantz to learn how the tips in his book may help improve your hearing... so you can enjoy life to its fullest. Bonus! Back Pain During Sex? Here's a Solution

Join Dr. Roizen and his expert guests for the latest health news, wellness advice and most up-to-date research from around the world. World-renowned physician, Dr. Michael Roizen, MD, continues to update your understanding of the meaning of health by providing an in-depth review of the most impactful health headlines. Joined by his co-host, Joe Galuski, they discuss the health news that matters most to you. The duo is later joined by Dr. Timothy Frantz, the “Hear Doc” and author of the new book, Hearing Loss: Facts and Fiction, which offers up insider secrets, such as how to get an affordable hearing aid and how to communicate better even without one. Tune in to learn how the tips in his book may help improve your hearing... so you can enjoy life to its fullest. Bonus! Real Age Tip Low-Fat Diet May Help in Breast Cancer

News of the week, toxic dangers, and helpful health tips. You don't want to miss this! Straight talk from You Doc, Michael Roizen, MD. Dr. Mike and co-host Joe Galuski discuss more of the most prevalent health news you need to know from the past week. Plus, find out "What's Toxic & What's Not" from toxicologist and regular contributor, Gary Ginsberg. More from RealAge 8 Great High-Tech Health Gadgets

While there's no cure for ALS, researchers are learning more and more about this deadly disease.ALS, often referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a rare disorder that affects a person's nerves and muscles, leading to paralysis and death within a few years. Most people with ALS are between 40 and 70 years old -- in the prime of their lives. While there's no cure, researchers are learning more and more about this deadly disease. In this segment, Dr. Roizen welcomes Piera Pasinelli and Davide Trotti, co-directors of the Weinberg Unit for ALS Research. They share the latest on how the disease develops and how doctors might be able to fight it. Bonus! Top 7 Health Stories from 2014

Join Dr. Roizen and his expert guests for the latest health news, wellness advice and most up-to-date research from around the world. World-renowned physician, Dr. Michael Roizen, MD, continues to update your understanding of the meaning of health by providing an in-depth review of the most impactful health headlines. Joined by his co-host, Joe Galuski, they discuss the health news that matters most to you. The duo is later joined by Piera Pasinelli and Davide Trotti, co-directors of the Weinberg Unit for ALS Research. They'll share the latest on how Lou Gehrig's disease develops and how doctors might be able to fight it. Bonus! Real Age Tip Stress May Lead to Weaker Sperm

Listen in as Dr. Mike provides the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions.Here you'll find the answers to a wealth of health and wellness questions posed by Healthy Talk fans. Listen in, because what you come to know helps ensure healthy choices you can actually live with! Today on Healthy Talk, you wanted to know: How can I enjoy birthday cake without all of the guilt? Sometimes, the best part of a birthday is being able to eat cake. If you've recently indulged in a few slices, it's important to know that's okay. Don't beat yourself up; it happens to everyone. The next time you're at a party, try not to let your eyes be bigger than your stomach. This is easier said than done, but it can help you from feeling like your pants button might pop off... not to mention a little less guilty. A trick Dr. Mike utilizes is to first look at the normal serving size, then he cuts it in half and eats the half of anything sweet. However, Dr. Mike suggests moving away from the other half of the cake (and any other pieces) before you overindulge. There's also a way you can minimize the amount of sugar that comes into your blood by taking transglucosidase, or green tea phytosome. My doctor refuses to give me testosterone because he says it increases heart disease risk. But you said low testosterone was a risk factor for heart disease. I'm confused! A little over a month ago, Dr. Mike did a segment on 17 risk factors for heart disease. Unfortunately, many doctors are believing the evidence produced in a flawed study, which may be happening in your case. Back in November 2013, health headlines were published saying that testosterone treatments were linked to heart risks. In the study, it stated men who used testosterone were 30 percent more likely to have a heart attack, stroke, or to die during a three-year period than men with low hormone levels who didn't take any testosterone supplements. But, there were many issues with how this study was conducted. First, there was an inadequate testosterone replacement. In studies designed to test the impact of testosterone therapy, you have to think about how much you're giving a person, how much you're changing the testosterone levels already present in the blood, etc. But, in this study, only 60 percent of the study subjects receiving testosterone had follow-up blood tests to actually assess testosterone levels. Another flaw was the failure to account the impact of estrogen. When men age, they convert testosterone into estrogen. When there is a lowering of testosterone and estrogen levels, there tends to be a handful of problems, including cardiovascular risk factors. If you want to take testosterone, Dr. Mike suggests seeing a different doctor and getting your blood tested. If you have a health question or concern, Dr. Mike encourages you to write him at askdrmikesmith@radiomd.com so he can provide you with support and helpful advice.

No, beer is not the secret to losing weight. One ingredient may certainly help, however.No, beer is not the secret to losing weight. One ingredient may certainly help, however. Brewer’s yeast, or saccharomyces cerevisiae, is commonly used in winemaking, brewing, and baking. It’s also been used to treat a handful of health issues including boils, infections, acne, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and even type-2 diabetes. In the quest to raise bigger and better chickens, one group of researchers accidentally discovered in 2007 that brewer’s yeast might also help lower belly fat.   Yes, It Started with Chickens The study, published in the Pakistan Journal of Biological Sciences, split chickens up into two groups; one was fed a normal diet, while the second group had a normal diet supplemented with the yeast. In just seven weeks, the chickens that were given the saccharomyces diet experienced a significant decrease in fat, specifically around the abdominal area.   Since then, further studies have been conducted in an effort to determine what exactly might have caused this. Could it be a specific compound or protein within the yeast organism that has this effect? If so, can that protein be isolated and turned into something more concentrated for human consumption?   Can Humans Benefit from Brewer’s Yeast? One study seems to have gotten closer to the answer. Originally published on the NutraIngredients website, the study gathered 54 obese men and women and split them into two groups. Both groups ate a controlled diet, and participated in walking exercises for 10 weeks. One group consumed 0.5 grams of saccharomyces 30 minutes prior to eating breakfast or dinner every day. Results showed the brewer’s yeast group lost an average of six pounds over the 10-week period, while the group that didn’t have any yeast only lost an average of 1.8 pounds; even though everything else remained the same. The most interesting result of all is that each group’s lean body mass stayed the same, which meant that muscle tissue didn’t drop during the six-pound weight loss. When an obese individual loses weight, it’s common for muscle loss to occur along with fat loss, but the muscles here remained well preserved. Listen in as Dr.  Mike discusses this study and the impact brewer's yeast may eventually have on weight loss in humans.

What are some steps you can take to clear away toxins and improve your health?Unfortunately, there's no denying the environment is toxic. Chemicals and toxins are found everywhere; your food, the water, even the air you breathe. In fact, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that there are over 70,000 industrial chemicals used in U.S. products. Scientists, researchers and doctors have been arguing the pollutants you're surrounded by can cause some serious health problems. Is there a way you can have any chance of staying healthy? Always read labels on ALL your products. Use toxic-free and chemical-free hair and body products. Use organic hand soaps, dish soaps, detergents. Go green as much as possible. What are some other ways you can stay healthy in a toxic world? Actress, author and health-advocate, Suzanne Somers, joins Dr. Mike to discuss detoxification steps.