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A Healthier Michigan Podcast
A Healthier Michigan Podcast is dedicated to navigating how we can improve our health and well-being through small healthy habits we can start implementing today. Every other week, host Chuck Gaidica will sit down with a certified health expert from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to deep dive into topics covering nutrition, fitness and much more.
Episodes
A Healthier Michigan PodcastHow to Get Out of a Funk
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Senior Health Care Analyst for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Josh McCullough. Together, they discuss what it…
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Benefits of Adult Timeouts
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Medical Director of Behavioral Health for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Dr. Kristyn Gregory. Together, they…
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Skincare Products to Avoid This Summer
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. David Baird, dermatologist. Together, they discuss skincare products to be mindful of and how to approach…
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Benefits of Michigan Summer Fruit
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore the benefits of…
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Benefits of Being Near Water
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. William Beecroft, Medical Director of Behavioral Health for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care…
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Shaping Michigan’s Future Through Talent & Workforce Development
In the upcoming episodes, we'll feature conversations from the Mackinac Policy Conference, which centers around the theme "Bridging the Future Together." This…
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Attracting Businesses & Jobs
In the upcoming episodes, we'll feature conversations from the Mackinac Policy Conference, which centers around the theme "Bridging the Future Together." This…
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20 Years of Value Partnerships
For the next few episodes, we’ll be bringing you conversations from the Mackinac Policy Conference. This year, the conference is focusing on “Bridging the…
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Is Manifestation Healthy or Harmful?
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Sydney Lipsey, Manager of Behavioral Health Strategy and Planning for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together…
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How to Pair Foods to Boost Nutrient Absorption
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss how certain…
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Hacks to Improve Your To-Do List
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Angela Moore, NASM Master Trainer & Fitness Nutrition Specialist. Together, they discuss better ways tackle your…
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How to Snack Smarter on the Go
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss ways we can…
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Do Natural Sleep Aids Promote Better Sleep?
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Angela Seabright, Care Management Physician for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss…
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Why You Should Consider Power Naps
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…
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How Positive Self-Talk Reduces Stress
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Kristyn Gregory, Medical Director of Behavioral Health for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they…
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How to Stock Your Cupboards for Better Heart Health
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Maddie Yaw, Nutritionist, MPH. Together, they discuss ways we can stock our cupboards with heart healthy foods. In…
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What Numbers You Should Focus on for Good Heart Health
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Mallory Applewhite, Vice President of Community Impact for the American Heart Association. Together, they discuss…
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What to Look for in a Good Workout Routine
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Ann Marie Wakula, certified personal trainer and macro nutrition coach. Together, they discuss things you should…
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Why You Shouldn't Make a New Year's Resolution
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Angela Moore, NASM Master Trainer & Fitness Nutrition Specialist. Together, they discuss reasons why you should…
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How to Overcome Negativity Bias
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. William Beecroft, Medical Director of Behavioral Health for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care…
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Michigan Bucket List: Winter Edition
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Nick Nerbonne, Media, Digital and Industry Relations Director for Travel Michigan. Together, they discuss Michigan…
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How to Recover from Burnout
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Kristyn Gregory, medical director of behavioral health for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they…
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Do Food Sensitivity Tests Actually Work?
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore if it's…
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Easy Ways to Increase Your Veggie Intake
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss how we can…
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Is 10,000 Steps a Day Fact or Myth?
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…
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How to Start and Maintain a Routine
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Ann Marie Wakula, certified personal trainer and macro nutrition coach. Together, they discuss how to approach…
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How to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint with Food
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss the impact our…
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Is There an Optimal Time to Work Out?
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…
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Are These Social Trends Harming Your Skin?
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. David Baird, chief dermatologist and director at Farmington Dermatologists. Together, they explore different…
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Ways Dehydration is Affecting You That You Didn’t Realize
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore ways…
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“Food Facts” You’ve Heard But Aren’t True
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore misconceptions…
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Can Food Impact Your Lifespan by the Minute?
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss how a study…
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How to Maintain Balance Between Mental and Physical Health
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. William Beecroft, Medical Director of Behavioral Health for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care…
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The Power of the Past and Present
In the upcoming episodes, we’ll feature conversations from the Mackinac Policy Conference, which centers around the theme “the Power of &.” This theme…
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The Power of Investing in Youth and the Future of Our Communities
In the upcoming episodes, we’ll feature conversations from the Mackinac Policy Conference, which centers around the theme “the Power of &.” This theme…
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The Power of Business and Philanthropy in Detroit
In the upcoming episodes, we'll feature conversations from the Mackinac Policy Conference, which centers around the theme "the Power of &." This theme…
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The Power of Working Together in Health Care Now and Into the Future
For the next few episodes, we’ll be bringing you conversations from the Mackinac Policy Conference. This year, the conference is focusing on “the Power of &”…
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Health Benefits of Donating Blood
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Angela Seabright, care management physician for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss how…
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How to Cope with Negative Body Image
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Amy McKenzie, VP of Clinical Partnerships & Associate CMO for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together…
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Benefits of Starting a Garden
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Sue Hudnut, president of the Master Gardeners Association of Northwest Michigan. Together, they discuss the many…
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How Chronic Stress Impacts Our Weight
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss the how chronic…
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How to Know When Stress Becomes Chronic
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Kristyn Gregory, medical director of behavioral health for Blue Care Network of Michigan and Blue Cross Blue…
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How Does Caffeine Affect the Body?
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Gina Lynem-Walker, Medical Director for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss the effects…
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TikTok Sleep Trends – Do They Actually Work?
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Angela Seabright, care management physician for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss…
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Is It Safe to Eat Food After Its Expiration Date?
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss the reliability…
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What to Look for When Reading Food Labels
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss food labels and…
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Is Organic Food Overrated or Underrated?
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss the difference…
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Are Food Additives Harmful to Our Health?
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss food additives…
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How to Reset Your Health This New Year
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Marissa Jarrett, onsite well-being coordinator for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss ways…
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How to Digitally Detox from Technology
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. William Beecroft, Medical Director of Behavioral Health for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care…
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How Helping Others Helps You
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Amy McKenzie, VP of Clinical Partnerships & Associate CMO for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together…
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Behind the Scenes of America’s Thanksgiving Parade
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Tony Michaels, President and CEO of The Parade Company. Together, they pull back the curtain on what goes on behind…
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Holiday Food Myths Busted
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they debunk myths…
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Vegan and Vegetarian Diet Myths Debunked
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they debunk myths…
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How I was Diagnosed with ADHD
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by LaTrisha Lake. Together, they discuss Lake's experience of living with ADHD and how she wasn't diagnosed until…
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Why You Should Consider Low Impact Workouts
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Ann Marie Wakula, certified personal trainer and macro nutrition coach. Together, they discuss low impact workouts…
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Intuitive Eating – What to Know Before Trying
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore intuitive…
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Why You Should Step Out of Your Comfort Zone
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Marissa Jarrett, onsite well-being coordinator for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss the…
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Are These Health Drinks Actually Healthy?
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore the latest…
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Are You Doing These Stretches to Stay Flexible?
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Ann Marie Wakula, certified personal trainer and macro nutrition coach. Together, they discuss how to maintain and…