• Is Health Insurance the Problem – or Is Life Without It Worse?
    Feb 10 2026

    *What's wrong with health insurance? Is this legit?


    *What would happen without health insurance? Is Health insurance necessary? Does it save money?


    * How does health insurance help regulate the healthcare industry?


    *Can health insurance actually help me live longer? How can I best use my insurance?


    1 minute for 1 percent: Andy. how can I get the most out of my health coverage?

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    21 mins
  • Omega‑3s & Mental Health: Are We Missing a Simple Cure?
    Feb 4 2026

    https://www.health.com/can-omega-3s-improve-mood-11893828What if one simple shift in your daily routine could quietly shape the way you feel, think, and cope with stress? In this episode of the Health Elevated Podcast, we explore the fascinating relationship between omega‑3s, mood, and mental well‑being—and why these powerful fats keep showing up in conversations about depression, anxiety, and brain health.Instead of quick fixes or miracle claims, we step back and ask bigger questions:
    Are we overlooking something foundational when it comes to mental health? Could what we eat (or don’t eat) be playing a bigger role in how we feel than we realize? And why are omega‑3s suddenly at the center of so many wellness, neuroscience, and psychiatry discussions?If you’ve ever wondered whether there might be more to mental health than medication and mindset alone, this conversation is for you. Tune in and decide for yourself: are omega‑3s just another wellness trend—or are we missing a surprisingly simple piece of the puzzle?This episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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    21 mins
  • Heart Disease Risk Is Rising — Here’s the Expert You Need to Hear
    Jan 27 2026

    👇Check out the Health Elevated Podcast
    🔗 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthelevated
    🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-elevated/id1772925469
    📖 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6b2e7b37-a9d9-4d13-a9c3-ff95f6e71533
    📻 Castbox: https://castbox.fm/ch/6313329
    🎙️ GoodPods: https://goodpods.com/podcasts/health-elevated-594643
    🎙️ Overcast: https://overcast.fm/+ABLMxrH7TmY
    🎙️ PocketCasts: https://pca.st/xhiyyp5u
    🎶 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fBBDvrOOgMeR1H7bv1t5m
    ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlEr9TSG-T_21vS7fDWsKUB-mw2XZ06H0What if the key to preventing heart failure has been hiding in plain sight? 🫀✨
    In this powerful episode, Dr. Kurt Knowlton, a leading expert in cardiovascular medicine and heart failure research, joins the Health Elevated Podcast to break down the real science behind one of the most misunderstood chronic conditions in America.Dr. David Hedges kicks off the conversation with a fundamental yet crucial question: What exactly is heart failure—and how does someone know if they’re at risk? Drawing on his background as a Data Science and Engineering Manager at Select Health and his deep work in biomedical research, Dr. Hedges brings clarity to the complex mechanisms behind heart disease and helps frame the discussion for anyone wanting to take control of their long-term health.Dr. Knowlton shares insights from years of clinical experience and research, including some of his most fascinating findings to date—discoveries that are reshaping how clinicians think about early detection and prevention. From biomarkers to lifestyle patterns, he reveals the surprising indicators that often show up long before symptoms begin.Host Dr. Rylan Fowers, Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Select Health and long-time researcher of long-term health behavior formation, pushes the conversation deeper:
    Who is actually at risk for heart failure? Is it genetic? Lifestyle-driven? Does it affect all of us?
    His expertise in predictive modeling and health behavior science helps translate cutting-edge research into real-world strategies anyone can implement.And then—one of the most actionable moments of the episode:
    🔥 “1 minute for 1 percent.”
    Dr. Fowers sets the stage for a simple, science-backed approach to dramatically improving heart health with tiny, consistent habits. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by health advice, this part of the conversation is a game changer.Finally, Dr. Hedges presses the question on everyone’s mind:
    What can be done to prevent heart failure—starting today?
    Dr. Knowlton lays out clear, evidence-based steps that empower listeners to act now, long before disease develops.This episode is filled with actionable insights, cutting-edge cardiology, and eye-opening science that can literally change the trajectory of your health. ❤️‍🩹Check out Select Health for comprehensive, affordable, and personalized health insurance solutions that put your well‑being first: https://www.selecthealth.org#SelectHealth #HealthElevated #HeartHealth #HeartFailure #Cardiology #Prevention #HealthyHabits #MedicalScience #HealthcareInnovation #WellnessPodcast #HealthEducation

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    30 mins
  • Weight Loss Hype or Health Risk? This GLP-1 Expert Answers All
    Jan 19 2026

    Rehash last time: Let's get clear on what the semiglutides are and pros and cons for weight loss. Semaglutdies are agonists that mimic the function of GLP-1? And GLP-1 Is a hormone?


    "BMI over 30 means epidemiologically you are already sick"


    how has the culture changed when it comes to obesity?


    Latest on research in this area. Will people have to stay on semaglutides until they die? Research suggest rebounds but I remain optimistic. Adipogenesis

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    36 mins
  • Measles & Flu: Why These Viruses Are Making a Comeback
    Dec 24 2025

    What are the headlines about Flu and Measles?


    What are vaccines? how do they work can they be trusted?


    Vaccination rates? Why?


    How to increase rates?

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    25 mins
  • AI Could Save you Money on Healthcare
    Nov 10 2025

    👇Check out the Health Elevated Podcast🔗 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthelevated🍎Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-elevated/id1772925469📖Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6b2e7b37-a9d9-4d13-a9c3-ff95f6e71533📻Castbox: https://castbox.fm/ch/6313329🎙️GoodPods: https://goodpods.com/podcasts/health-elevated-594643🎙️Overcast: https://overcast.fm/+ABLMxrH7TmY🎙️PocketCasts: https://pca.st/xhiyyp5u🎶Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fBBDvrOOgMeR1H7bv1t5m▶️YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlEr9TSG-T_21vS7fDWsKUB-mw2XZ06H0Check out Select Health for comprehensive, affordable, and personalized health insurance solutions that put your well-being first!🌐 https://www.selecthealth.org#HealthElevated #SelectHealth #NutritionMatters #IntuitiveEating #DietitianTips #FoodFreedom #MentalHealth #HealthyHabits #DavidHedges #RylanFowers #HealthPodcast #WellnessJourney #PeaceWithFood

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    26 mins
  • Your Health Insurance Just Got More Expensive (Here's Why)
    Nov 3 2025

    👇Check out the Health Elevated Podcast🔗 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthelevated🍎Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-elevated/id1772925469📖Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6b2e7b37-a9d9-4d13-a9c3-ff95f6e71533📻Castbox: https://castbox.fm/ch/6313329🎙️GoodPods: https://goodpods.com/podcasts/health-elevated-594643🎙️Overcast: https://overcast.fm/+ABLMxrH7TmY🎙️PocketCasts: https://pca.st/xhiyyp5u🎶Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fBBDvrOOgMeR1H7bv1t5m▶️YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlEr9TSG-T_21vS7fDWsKUB-mw2XZ06H0Check out Select Health for comprehensive, affordable, and personalized health insurance solutions that put your well-being first!🌐 https://www.selecthealth.org#HealthElevated #SelectHealth #NutritionMatters #IntuitiveEating #DietitianTips #FoodFreedom #MentalHealth #HealthyHabits #DavidHedges #RylanFowers #HealthPodcast #WellnessJourney #PeaceWithFood

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    22 mins
  • The Food Fight Within: The Key to Making Peace with Your Plate
    Aug 26 2025

    Ever feel like your relationship with food is more of a battle than a bond? In this transformative episode of the Health Elevated Podcast, registered dietitian Kimberly Funk joins us to unpack the emotional, psychological, and cultural dynamics that shape how we eat—and how we feel about it. From food guilt to binge cycles, Kimberly shares powerful insights on intuitive eating, body respect, and how to finally make peace with your plate 🥗💬With years of experience helping individuals navigate nutrition through a compassionate lens, Kimberly dives deep into the science and soul of eating. Whether you're struggling with diet culture, trying to build sustainable habits, or simply want to understand your cravings better, this episode offers a roadmap to healing your relationship with food.🎙️ Co-hosted by Dr. David Hedges, a data science leader at Select Health with a passion for precision medicine and healthcare innovation, and hosted by Dr. Rylan Fowers, a machine learning expert focused on long-term health behavior modeling—this conversation blends clinical expertise with real-world empathy.👂 Tune in for a candid, empowering discussion that will leave you rethinking everything you thought you knew about nutrition, self-care, and what it means to truly nourish yourself.👇Check out the Health Elevated Podcast
    🔗 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthelevated
    🍎Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-elevated/id1772925469
    📖Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6b2e7b37-a9d9-4d13-a9c3-ff95f6e71533
    📻Castbox: https://castbox.fm/ch/6313329
    🎙️GoodPods: https://goodpods.com/podcasts/health-elevated-594643
    🎙️Overcast: https://overcast.fm/+ABLMxrH7TmY
    🎙️PocketCasts: https://pca.st/xhiyyp5u
    🎶Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fBBDvrOOgMeR1H7bv1t5m
    ▶️YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlEr9TSG-T_21vS7fDWsKUB-mw2XZ06H0Check out Select Health for comprehensive, affordable, and personalized health insurance solutions that put your well-being first!
    🌐 https://www.selecthealth.org#HealthElevated #SelectHealth #NutritionMatters #IntuitiveEating #DietitianTips #FoodFreedom #MentalHealth #HealthyHabits #KimberlyFunk #DavidHedges #RylanFowers #HealthPodcast #WellnessJourney #PeaceWithFood

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    34 mins