Healthy Happy Life Podcast With Dr. Frita

Jun 20 2024

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We all know that our health plays a pivotal role in our overall quality of life. But learning to prevent and manage diseases and conditions can be difficult.Dr. Frita Fisher is a medical doctor who has been triple-board certified.Join Dr. Frita every week as she shares her vast knowledge as a medical doctor, along with interviews with other medical experts in the field, that will help you stay on top of your health and keep you abreast of the latest trends in medicine.You'll learn what you can do to prevent, manage and even overcome chronic conditions. You will also get helpful tidbits that you can implement right away to start living your healthiest, happiest life.If you are looking for real medical information and health education in an easy-to-understand, fun, and relatable format, you're in the right place. Welcome to the Healthy Happy Life Podcast with Dr. Frita!Tune in, subscribe, and listen to episodes on topics including women’s health and men’s health, a variety of health & wellness topics in the news, high blood pressure, diabetes, weight loss, kidney disease, COVID-19, mental health and so much more!

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EP 46: 10 High Sodium Foods To Skip When You Have High Blood Pressure!

Jun 20 2024 17 mins

Have you ever considered that even without adding a sprinkle of salt to your meals, you might still be consuming a high-sodium diet? Many of my patients are surprised when I tell them that the majority of our salt intake comes from pre-packaged foods and restaurant meals. This type of hidden sodium can sneak up on you, significantly increasing your risk of high blood pressure, hear

EP 45: Breaking Medical News With Dr. Frita: Brain-Eating Worm! Tips To Lower BP, Deadly Diet Foods.

May 16 2024 60 mins

Buckle up for a wild medical news ride! First, the creepy-crawly story of RFK Jr's close encounter with a brain-eating worm that sounds straight out of a horror flick. But don't worry, we'll follow that up with simple tips to get your blood pressure under control naturally for National Blood Pressure Education Month. Then brace yourself as we unveil the deadly link between ultra-pr

EP 44: 5 Dangerous Ways Alcohol Affects the Body and Brain

Apr 25 2024 13 mins

April Is Alcohol Awareness Month and today we're diving headfirst into the murky depths of alcohol and its dangerous effects on our bodies and brains. As a medical doctor, I've witnessed firsthand the devastating consequences of alcohol abuse especially as it pertains to high blood pressure and heart disease. It's a harsh reality that society often sweeps under the rug, but I'm her

EP 43: 7 Habits That Slowly Damage Kidneys - Are You Guilty?

Mar 28 2024 9 mins

We're about to dive into some heavy-hitting truths that might just leave you feeling a tad guilty. But hey, no judgments here – we're all human, and let's be real, some of our daily habits could damage kidneys and be slowly chipping away at our precious kidney health without us even realizing it.This podcast is intended to be informational only. It is not a medical consultation,

EP 42: Beware! 5 Popular Foods That Are Surprisingly Bad For Kidneys

Feb 29 2024 15 mins

In my years of treating patients with chronic kidney disease, I've seen the damage certain popular foods can cause. Things you probably have in your kitchen right now. I'll share the top 5 foods that may secretly be overworking your kidneys and causing damage.This podcast is intended to be informational only. It is not a medical consultation, nor is it personalized medical advice.

EP 41: 10 Key Causes of Hypertension Putting Your Heart at Risk

Feb 22 2024 12 mins

Have you or someone you love been diagnosed with high blood pressure? In this week's show, I'm getting to the heart of the matter by revealing the top 10 causes of hypertension that could be damaging your cardiovascular health right now.This podcast is intended to be informational only. It is not a medical consultation, nor is it personalized medical advice. For medical advice, ple

EP 40: 8 Painful Kidney Stone Symptoms That Will Have You Running To The ER

Jan 29 2024 14 mins

In today’s episode, I’m getting real about the agonizing symptoms of kidney stones. As a nephrologist, I want to have an honest, empathetic chat about recognizing these brutal kidney stone warning signs and symptoms. Have you ever experienced a stabbing pain in your back or abdomen that left you doubled over? That searing, unrelenting pain could signal kidney stones. In today's

EP 39: 7 Easy Ways to Cleanse Your Kidneys: The Truth About Kidney Detox!

Jan 12 2024 20 mins

I'm Dr. Frita, and in this week's episode of the "Health Happy Life Podcast," I'm diving deep into the topic of kidney health. We're going to explore the reality behind kidney detoxes and cleanses - are they a health revolution or just a fad?As a medical doctor, I've seen the rise in popularity of kidney detox regimens online, boasting a blend of ingredients like lemon juice and ca

EP 38: Panic Attack or Just Nervous? 13 Symptoms to Know the Difference

Dec 28 2023 10 mins

In this episode of my podcast, I delve into the often misunderstood world of panic attacks. Many of us have experienced that sudden, intense surge of fear and anxiety, accompanied by alarming symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, and heart palpitations. But was it just nervousness, or was it a panic attack? Understanding this difference is crucial, and that's what we're ex

EP 37: 10 Amazing Foods To Fight Heart Attacks and High Blood Pressure!

Dec 14 2023 12 mins

In today’s episode of the Healthy Happy Life Podcast, we're taking on heart disease, the leading cause of death in the US! Heart disease affects countless lives, but did you know your diet plays a pivotal role in combating this? I'm here to share not just the sobering facts, but also empowering solutions. This podcast is intended to be informational only. It is not a medical cons