Straight Talk on Health

About Straight Talk on Health

How do you live your healthiest life when health information seems to change every day? Each week on Straight Talk on Health, Dr. Chet Zelasko examines the health headlines, digs into the latest research studies, explores the claims of miracle nutrients and diets, and gives you his insight about what’s real and what’s not so you can make informed decisions about your health. Straight Talk on Health airs Monday afternoons during WGVU’s Midday West Michigan.The health information Dr. Chet talks about is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for medical advice from your healthcare provider; it should not be used to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease. This information is, however, designed to motivate you to work towards better health, which includes seeing your healthcare professional regularly.

Publisher

Dr. Chet Zelasko

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Sept 2022

Latest episode

9 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

178 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 Nov 2026

   Ep. 178 – Omega-3s and Brain Health

   Maintaining the melon is a big deal in health today. Of course, I mean sustaining our brains to learn and remember as we get older. Another study, more controversial results. Are omega-3s helpful? We’ll look at the latest research on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

2. 

   2 Nov 2026

   Ep. 177 – Pain and Discomfort in Seeking Health

   In order to grow, we need to be challenged. A recent documentary on the John Wick movies may provide us with some insight in the extent to which we can challenge ourselves. Not for the entertainment of others but to improve our health span. That’s our topic on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

3. 

   19 Oct 2026

   Ep. 176 – This and That

   Today Dr. Chet Zelasko covers a variety of topics including a recent study on reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s disease through lifestyle changes, a college psychology course that helped students run a marathon, and a couple of other items of note on this edition of Straight Talk on Health

Podcast Authority Score: 29 / 100

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Social presence

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YouTube

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Engagement

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