Podcasts Archive - Vicki Doe Fitness

Episode#325-Taped January 7, 2026

We talk about research articles and hot topics.

We focus on influenza, the flu.

According to the CDC, at least 7.5 million people had been sickened by late December-2025-resulting in at least 81,000 hospitalizations and 3,100 deaths.

What are “superflu” symptoms? Ohio cases double; What does CDC-recommend in treating flu with antiviral drugs? Can you exercise with a cold or the flu?

Some of the articles discussed:

Article-What are ‘superflu' symptoms? Strain spreads, Ohio cases double-dispatch.com-The Columbsu Dispatch

Article- Can I exerci...

Episode#324-Taped December 17, 2025

We talk about research articles and hot topics.

Do you know that forgiveness is good for your health?

According to mental health experts, we must learn better ways of practicing forgiveness. We are going to discuss two articles that focus on ways to forgive ourselves and others; so that we can have better mental and physical health.

Some of the articles discussed:

Article- 3 Big ways forgiveness is good for your health-EveryDay Health

Article- 5 ways to get better at practicing forgiveness, according to...

Episode#323-Taped December 10, 2025

We talk about how to take simple steps to natural health and healing with a focus on having lasting energy and vitality.

Embracing and understanding supplements and  how they play an important role in our health as well.

Joining us is Jared St. Clair an herbalist, a health educator and host of his podcast Vitality Radio and owner of his health food store Vitality Nutrition. He has over 30+ years of experience of helping people achieve lasting vitality through lifestyle changes and evidence-based supplementation. Jared will share with us w...

Episode#322-Taped December 03, 2025

We talk about research articles and hot topics.

Research has shown that the shingles vaccine may slow down dementia.

Another study showed that folks living where there are fewer grocery stores had a greater reduction in blood pressure if they participated in a program that home-delivered healthy food. But is that sustainable?

Some of the articles discussed:

Article-Shingles vaccine may actually slow down dementia, study finds-Washing Post

Article-Heart health impact of food deserts can be blunted by healthy grocery deliveries, study says-HealthDay...

Episode#321-Taped November 12, 2025

We talk about research articles and hot topics.

The Flu Shot. Have you taken the flu shot?  It's not too late.

The flu shot can protect you from influenza and it may have benefits as well.

Such as:

Decreasing inflammation of the brain whoch can lead to harmful brain changes, therefore reducing the risk for Alzheimer's disease.  The flu shot can protect you from potential heart harm and it can help you to avoid health complications from other chronic diseases.

Article discussed:

Episode#320-Taped October 20, 2025

We talk about osteoporosis, how to prevent and even reverse it.

According to the National Institute of Aging, osteoporosis weakens bones to the point that they break easily. Osteoporosis affects about one in five women over age 50; but only one in 20 men.

Joining us is Dr. John Neustadt, a renowned naturopathic physician, founder of Nutritional Biochemistry Inc (NBI), and best selling author of his book “Fracture-Proof  Your Bones: a Comprehensive Guide to Osteoporosis.” He will share and discuss how that a lifestyle and functional medicine approach can help rever...

Episode#319-Taped October 08, 2025

We talk about fasting and healthy eating and how this way of living can transform your health and help reduce chronic diseases.

Intermittent fasting, time-restricted eating, even the fasting mimicking diet are ways to jumpstart the process of healthy living and longevity.

Joining us is Dr. William Hsu, a Harvard-trained endocrinologist, researcher, and CMO of L-Nutra which is a leader in plant-based nutrition technology. Dr. Hsu will share with us the new research on fasting, plant-based nutrition and how all of this can help in reducing chronic diseases...

Episode#318-Taped September 17, 2025

We talk about research articles and hot topics.

Hydrate! Hydrate!

Does drinking water lower sugar levels? There maybe scientific evidence behind the effects of hydration and blood glucose levels.

According to the American Heart Association- (AHA), nearly 1 in 5 adults get their daily water from food.  So where does this hidden hydration come from and which water-rich foods should we be adding to our plates?

Some of the articles discussed:

Article- Does drinking water lower blood sugar?-Everyday Health

Article- AHA N...

Episode#317-Taped September 03, 2025

We talk about research articles and hot topics.

Homecare cooperatives could help America meet it's increasing demand for in-home caregivers. This may be a good alternative for home care workers.

Heart failure strikes Black Americans almost 14 years earlier than White Americans. What efforts can be done to close this gap in our community.

The latest trend is working out in weighted vests. Are weighted vests good for bones and muscles? Let's fact-check that!

Some of the articles discussed:

Article-Co-ops offer welcome alternatives...