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Causes or Cures
"For the Nerds and the Nerd Nots"
Causes or Cures is a health podcast hosted by Dr. Eeks—an independent, grassroots show driven by curiosity and a passion for breaking down complex health topics into bite-sized, easy-to-understand insights. Dr. Eeks works as a public health consultant, in the realm of epi/scicomms. She's all about making science relatable and often uses her blue-collar sense of humor to drive the message home.
On this podcast, Dr. Eeks talks with experts from around the world—doctors, researchers, public health pros, and more—to dive into the latest hot topics in health and research, all in a down-to-earth kind of way.
DISCLAIMER: Some topics are more controversial than others, so keep in mind that this is information only and not health advice. Dr. Eeks doesn't endorse any of her guests' views, and despite a strict health routine, nor does she endorse any products, supplements, oils, magic socks or potions. Causes or Cures is not a "news site." It's about having conversations, and Dr. Eeks is confident that she can have a respectful conversation with anyone, even people who think far differently than she does. (At least that's been her experience at hole-in-the-wall bars.) The point is to not take anything here as Gospel. Sometimes Dr. Eeks' dog Barnaby makes his opinion known, but the good news is that he's a smart dog. Most importantly, she hopes this podcast encourages folks to stay curious, empathic, hopeful, compassionate, honest, open-minded, and engaged. Freedom of discussion is a beautiful thing, delightfully messy, and one that many take for granted.
The views on this podcast do not reflect the views of anyone she contracts with or consults for. You can contact Dr. Eeks through her website, bloomingwellness.com.
Episodes
It’s Not the White Van: Debunking Child-Trafficking Myths with Erin Williamson
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Gene Drive Mosquitoes are Coming! A Cure for Disease or a Pandora’s Box? With Dr. Michael Santos
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Your Body on Plastic: What Really Happens When We Pull the Toxins Out? With Prof Maureen Cropper
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Keep Your Brain Ageless? NYT Bestselling Author Dr. Dale Bredesen’s Plan to Prevent Cognitive Decline
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What is the Link Between Antidepressants and Sudden Cardiac Death? With Dr. Jasmin Mujkanovic
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Does the Vitamin D, Algae Omega-3s & Exercise Combo Really Slow Aging? With Dr. Heike Bischoff-Ferrari
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Do Over-the-Counter Cold Remedies Even Work? With Dr. Nazlie Latefi
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Thermostats & Thinking Caps: How Temperature Impacts the Aging Brain, with Dr. Amir Baniassadi
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You are What You Breathe? The Link Between Air Pollution & Hospitalizations, with Dr. Mary Abed Al Ahad
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What's Causing the Boom in Autism & the Role of Brain Donations, with Dr. David Amaral & Kathy Stein
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You’re Out of Your Mind! A Neuroscientist-Cartoonist Duo Explains Your Brain’s Craziest Quirks. With Dr. Dwayne Godwin & Dr. Jorge Cham
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Steak vs. Heart: What the Latest Science Says — with Dr. Kevin Maki
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The Overlooked Hormone Trap in Women & What to Do About It, with Dr. Sarah Daccarett
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Is Diet Connected to Colon Cancer and Why Cases are Rising in Young Adults, with Dr. Timothy Yeatman
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Plant Trip or Lab Trip: Do Natural vs Lab-Made Psychedelics Feel Different? With CEO Ben Lightburn
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Follow Your Heart Rate Variability for Peak Health & Longevity, with Dr. Torkil Færø
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Medicine Hunter on the Loose! The Wildest Plant Cures You’ve Never Tried, with Chris Kilham
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How Forever Chemicals (PFAS) Disrupt Your Sleep, with Dr. Sherlock Li
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Bird Flu: Real Danger or Overblown? Dr. Eskild Petersen Explains

Why Standing Desks Aren’t the Answer for Blood Pressure, with Dr. Bethany Gibbs
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Health Benefits of Psychedelic Retreats for Older Adults, Expert Insights with Dr. Lorenzo Pasquini & Hannes Kettner

Ergothioneine: A Key Nutrient You Probably Never Heard Of: With Lee Carroll
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Science vs. Spirituality: Is There Room for Magic? A Talk with Dr. Alan Lightman
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Boost Performance, Heal Faster, Reverse Aging: Hyperbaric Oxygen Secrets with Dr. Shai Efrati
