Juice cleanse hype meets real science. We break down detox diet claims, Master Cleanse history, celery juice, and the cucumber salad trend. Learn what helps, what harms, and what to do instead.

What you get:

What a juice cleanse is and how programs run Master Cleanse origins and celebrity buzz

Detox myths versus real biology, liver and kidneys handle detox

Short term weight loss versus rebound weight gain

Risks, low protein, blood sugar swings, food safety, kidney stone risk, electrolyte issues

Trends, cucumber salad TikTok, celery juice mornings, “detox” teas

Safer moves, whole foods, fiber, protein, hydration, sustainable habits

Why watch:

Save money on cleanse kits

Protect health with evidence based choices

Spot marketing tactics that shape wellness fads

Use simple swaps that raise nutrition today

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Ever felt like you "know" a celebrity, streamer, or fictional character? You're not alone. In this episode, we dive into parasocial relationships: the one-sided bonds we form with people who may never know we exist.

We explore where the idea came from in the 1950s with psychologists Donald Horton and Richard Wohl, how it's evolved with social media, and why our brains are wired to feel connected to people on screens.

You'll learn about:

• What parasocial relationships are (and how they differ from being a fan)

• Why we get attached to creators, celebrities, and characters

• The benefits: companionship, inspiration, identity, stigma reduction

• The risks: obsession, isolation, and when things cross the line

• Modern twists: stan culture, influencer marketing, AI companions, VTubers

• Myth-busting common misconceptions It's a funny, honest conversation about something most of us experience without realizing it.

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Horton & Wohl (1956) - Original parasocial interaction study Harvard Health (2023) - Parasocial relationships and loneliness gaps TIME Magazine (2023) - In defense of parasocial relationships Lamarche et al. (2024) - Parasocial relationships fulfill emotional needs Lam et al. (2022) - YouTube parasocial relationships reduce mental health stigma Zajonc (1968) - Mere exposure effect and familiarity Coyne et al. (2018) - Meta-analysis of prosocial media effects Mares & Pan (2013) - Sesame Street learning across 15 countries Schiappa et al. (2005) - Parasocial contact hypothesis Risks: Cohen (2004) - Parasocial breakups and attachment styles U.S. Surgeon General (2023) - Loneliness epidemic advisory Joseph et al. (2023) - VTubers and social support Maeda et al. (2024) - AI companions public perceptions Hartmann (2008) - Parasocial interaction encyclopedia entry

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Step into one of history’s most shocking medical and cultural practices: foot binding in China. Also known as Lotus Feet, this brutal tradition started in the 10th century and crushed generations of women under the weight of “beauty standards.”

From our Patreon archives, this exclusive episode of the Funny Medicine Podcast is now available for everyone.

We break down:

• The origins of foot binding and why it became a status symbol

• The painful bone-breaking process and the lifelong health consequences

• The link between foot binding, sexuality, and power in ancient China

• How the practice persisted for centuries, despite bans in the early 20th century

• The psychological and physical toll it took on women

• How Western influence, cultural change, and female autonomy movements led to its decline

This isn’t just medical history, it’s a raw look at how culture and control over women’s bodies shaped generations. If you love shocking medical history, dark health facts, and stories you won’t believe are true, hit subscribe and join us every week for more.

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This week on Funny Medicine, we break down the wildest recent health and medical news stories with facts, humor, and just the right dose of sarcasm. 🩺

What we cover in this episode:

• The hidden dangers of popular supplements like turmeric, green tea extract, and ashwagandha linked to liver damage

• The world’s first three-parent IVF babies born in the UK to block mitochondrial diseases

• The Trump administration’s cut to PFAS farm research and why it matters for your food and water

• Silicon Valley’s “super baby” embryo screening controversy

• The new obesity definition that reclassifies millions of Americans

• How pesticide exposure during pregnancy is linked to brain changes in kids

• A tragic MRI accident caused by metal in the scan room

• The U.S. fertility rate hitting a record low in 2024 •

Breathing in over 70,000 microplastic particles every day at home and in your car

• Lunchables tested with lead and high sodium; should you pack them for your kids?

• The hidden risks of artificial turf fields • Meta caught violating privacy laws with Flo period-tracking data

• The FDA’s warning on radioactive shrimp sold at Walmart

✨ Why you should watch: If you want to stay updated on trending medical news, health risks, and the strangest but true stories hitting science headlines, all while laughing through it; this is the episode for you.

⚡ Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:45 Supplements & liver damage

04:15 IVF with DNA from 3 people

08:30 PFAS research cuts & food safety

12:10 Silicon Valley “super babies”

16:00 Obesity redefined

19:30 Prenatal pesticide risks

23:00 MRI accident explained

26:45 U.S. fertility hits record low

30:20 Microplastics in lungs

34:10 Lunchables lead & sodium

37:50 Artificial turf dangers

41:20 Meta’s period-tracking scandal

45:00 Radioactive shrimp recall

48:00 Final thoughts

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Target twins, then myth-busting. In this Funny Medicine episode, we unpack pseudoscience in health: what it is, how to spot it, and why it can hurt. From homeopathy and detox cleanses to medical astrology, Reiki, and viral TikTok hacks, we keep it clear, evidence-based, and useful for real life.

What you’ll hear:

• What makes something pseudoscience vs real science

• Why “like cures like” and ultra-dilutions in homeopathy don’t hold up

• Detox claims vs what your liver and kidneys already do 24/7

• Astrology in healthcare and why controlled tests find chance-level results

• Energy healing and the placebo effect

• Viral health hacks, influencer claims, and the risk of fake cancer cures

• How pseudoscience delays care, wastes money, and fuels outbreaks

• A simple checklist for sanity when wellness trends pop up

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Vibrio vulnificus is not rare. This episode explains why it is trending and why you should care.

You will learn:

• Where it lives, including the Gulf of Mexico and US East Coast

• How warmer waters from climate change are increasing its spread

• How people get infected from raw or undercooked seafood, especially oysters

• How open wounds exposed to contaminated water lead to severe infections

• What symptoms to watch for, including gastroenteritis, septicemia, and necrotizing wound infections

• Who is at highest risk, such as those with chronic liver disease or weakened immune systems

• How to lower your risk by avoiding raw shellfish and covering wounds

• Why fast medical treatment, antibiotics, and sometimes surgery are critical

We also share a real case of a man who died after swimming with a new tattoo in Gulf waters.

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☀️ Melanoma, Sunscreen & Sun Myths: What You REALLY Need to Know

Hit play to find out why your “healthy glow” is anything but healthy, how UVA and UVB trash your skin at the molecular level, and why SPF-30 is the bare minimum, not the finish line.

🔑 What we cover

0:00 Intro & why this topic matters

1:41 Melanoma 101—how a rogue pigment cell turns deadly

5:55 UVB vs UVA—burns, wrinkles, and DNA damage explained

10:28 Myths we crush: base tans, vitamin D excuses, and “dark skin doesn’t burn”

16:30 Chemical vs physical sunscreen—absorb vs reflect

20:10 From rice bran to Piz Buin—the quirky history of SPF

24:33 Modern breakthroughs—immunotherapy, targeted pills, custom mRNA vaccines

29:50 When to use SPF 50+ and why clouds fool you

33:05 Fun facts: hippo sunscreen, Aussie “Slip Slop Slap,” Bob Marley’s hidden melanoma

36:45 Quick checklist for smarter sun days

39:00 Wrap-up & skin self-exam challenge

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Drop your worst sunburn story or your favorite reef-safe sunscreen in the comments. We read every single one.

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🔥 Welcome to Funny Medicine Podcast! In this jam-packed episode, we tackle everything you need to know about TESTOSTERONE: from its natural production and vital physiological roles to legit medical uses and the dark side of abuse. Whether you’re curious about TRT, weightlifting performance enhancers, or just want to bust some popular testosterone myths, this one’s for you!

What You’ll Learn 🎧

• Testosterone 101: How this steroid hormone is made in men & women, and why it peaks in the morning.

• Medical Uses of TRT: Who really needs testosterone replacement therapy, the delivery methods (injections, gels, pellets, patches), and the proven benefits for hypogonadism, delayed puberty, gender-affirming care, and more.

• Risks & Side Effects: Why you can’t treat TRT like a protein shake, blood thickening, BP changes, prostate monitoring, fertility impacts, and skin/hair effects.

• Abuse in Sports & Bodybuilding: The truth about black-market vials, “blast and cruise” cycles, and the long-term cardiovascular, liver, and mental health dangers of high-dose anabolic steroids.

• Natural Testosterone Boosters: Proven lifestyle hacks, weight management, resistance training, sleep optimization, stress reduction, and nutrition to maximize your own T levels without needles.

• Cutting-Edge Research & Future Directions: From male contraceptives to microbiome links and biosensor tattoos, get the latest on where hormone science is headed.

• Myth-Busting Round: Top 5 testosterone fables debunked; yes, women need T too, and no, “more is always better” is a myth.

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