How Many Steps A Day Do You Need?

On today’s Good Day Health Show - ON DEMAND…Host Doug Stephan and Dr. Ken Kronhaus of Lake Cardiology (352-735-1400) cover a number of topics affecting our health. First up, Doug and Dr. Ken discuss the biggest news stories in the medical world, starting with an interesting overview on how our brain ages and new research identifying a genetic clue into being a super-ager — people in their 80s with the memory capacity of people much younger.Moving on, there appears to be a new drug combination in those dealing with prostate cancer. Next up, the effects the government shut down is having on the world of medicine. This is a continued conversation from last week, and this week’s answer is very different — as the only impact was considered to be a lack of new FDA approvals and grants. Now, Dr. Ken points out that the length of the current government shutdown appears to be a challenge for beneficiaries of Medicare to receive Telehealth services without paying out of pocket.Some good news about a new eye prosthesis that restores eye degeneration for patients with previously untreatable form of blindness. New research addresses surgical oncology with cutting edge cancer treatment in preserving capabilities of the lymph nodes — considering a general approach to cancer treatment is lymph node removal.Continuing with good news, a focus on iron deficiency with good news of a new iron supplement for anemia treatment will combine iron supplements with prebiotics and probiotics to — restoring iron levels while maintaining gut health and preventing inflammation and digestive issues common in conventional iron pills.The conversation shifts to a new focus on exercise with those who suffer from knee issues, especially with knee-osteoarthritis — specifically low-impact cardio, such as walking and cycling to be the greatest pain relief and improvement in mobility compared to other exercises. In the not-so-good department, new research shows a rising number of children not spending enough time outdoors.While the digital age may play a big role in this new research, the reality is an effect of parental anxiety with parents of pre-schoolers or toddlers feating their children stray too far or climb too high.Then, a new overview for older women has shifted from a 10,000 steps daily shifts down to 4,000 steps a day. Doug and Dr. Ken question if that’s truly a beneficial number, while agreeing that something is better than nothing.Lastly, Doug and Dr. Ken address listener questions, including issues of constipation, the rise in measles cases, and the FDA’s recall on a common statin. Website: GoodDayHealthrShow.com Social Media: @GoodDayNetworks