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EPISODE · Jan 2, 2026 · 51 MIN

Cleanses

from Health Wanted · host WABE

New Year, new you, new opportunities to punish yourself for being human! This week on Health Wanted…we’re kicking off the new year by putting you on a cleanse to detox you from useless health morality. Laurel Bristow talks with health psychologist Dr. Charlotte Markey about so-called “fresh starts” and the role of body image in weight loss. Plus: Is testosterone the most active hormone during your period? What causes the “asian glow” when drinking alcohol? How do we know what’s a mutation and what’s normal? Can a little bit of butter before bed prevent panic attacks? What’s new in the world of gonorrhea treatments? And the Sick of the Week. For a full rundown on all the information shared in today's episode, take a look at the show notes. Have a question for Laurel? Send it to [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 404-888-3630! For more, visit healthwanted.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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