Gut & Grit
Gut & Grit is a long-form interview medical podcast hosted by Dr. Chris Dainiak, a gastroenterologist, endurance athlete and entrepreneur. Through thoughtful, unscripted conversations, Dr. Dainiak explores the intersection of medicine, resilience, performance, and meaning.
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ENT Surgeon: What Patients Need To Know (opens the original)
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Have you ever wondered when you should see an ENT specialist? In this episode of The Wellness Connection, Dr. Doug O'Brien breaks down the world of ear, nose, and throat medicine in clear, practical language.From chronic sinus problems and hearing loss to dizziness, sleep apnea, acid reflux, ear tubes, and tonsils, Dr. O'Brien explains the conditions he sees every day—and helps patients understand when symptoms are normal, when they're not, and what treatments actually work.Whether you're dealin
VACCINES, SUGAR & SOCIAL MEDIA (opens the original)
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How do you help people make better health decisions in a world filled with misinformation?In Part 2 of our conversation, Dr. Ron Schneebaum explores some of today's most challenging and controversial health topics. From vaccine hesitancy and the influence of social media on children to the decades-long debate over sugar, fat, and nutrition, this conversation examines why changing minds is so difficult—and how trust, empathy, and communication may matter more than facts alone.Rather than offering
Can You Prevent Dementia? Swimming, Brain Health, Longevity & One Doctor's Personal Story (opens the original)
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Can you prevent dementia? While no one can guarantee prevention, there is growing evidence that lifestyle choices can help support brain health and healthy aging.In this episode, ENT surgeon Dr. Doug O'Brien shares his deeply personal story. After watching both of his parents develop dementia, Doug became passionate about doing everything he could to stay healthy—for himself, his wife, and his three children.We discuss:Brain health and dementia preventionWhy swimming and regular exercise have be
The Hidden Core: Why Your Back, Breathing & Stability Matter (opens the original)
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What if the key to reducing pain, improving movement, and building lifelong strength isn't your six-pack—but the muscles you can't even see?In this episode of the Bedford Gastroenterology Podcast, Dr. Christopher Dainiak sits down with physical therapist and Pilates expert Cheryl Alden, PT, DPT, owner of Symmetry Pilates Center, to explore the science behind the body's "hidden core."Together they discuss:- What the core really is—and why it's much more than your abdominal muscles- How the diaphr
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