A Healthier Michigan Podcast

A Healthier Michigan Podcast


Latest Episodes

Do Food Sensitivity Tests Actually Work?
November 09, 2023

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appel, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore if it's possible to take a test that shows you which foo

Easy Ways to Increase Your Veggie Intake
October 26, 2023

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appel, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss how we can incorporate more veggies into our diet.In thi

Is 10,000 Steps a Day Fact or Myth?
October 12, 2023

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Marissa Jarrett, well-being coordinator for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss if 10,000 steps a day is the step goal we should be a

How to Start and Maintain a Routine
September 28, 2023

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Ann Marie Wakula, certified personal trainer and macro nutrition coach. Together, they discuss how to approach starting and maintain a new routine. In this

How to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint with Food
September 14, 2023

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appel, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss the impact our food can have on our carbon footprint and

Is There an Optimal Time to Work Out?
August 31, 2023

On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Angela Seabright, care management physician for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss the science behind the optimal times to exerc

Ways Dehydration is Affecting You That You Didn’t Realize
August 03, 2023

Did you know 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated? Find out the signs and side effects of dehydration as well as ways you can stay hydrated.

“Food Facts” You’ve Heard But Aren’t True
July 20, 2023

Misinformation touches everything - even our food. On this episode, we'll be looking at food facts that are actually myths.

Can Food Impact Your Lifespan by the Minute?
July 06, 2023

Can eating a hot dog reduce your lifespan by 36 minutes? On this episode, we explore a study analyzing the impact foods can have on lifespan by the minute.