Health Files With Dr. Miles
by Dr. S. Miles
We have assembled a devoted team, to dive deep into the latest medical news and research studies in order to provide you with the knowledge to take charge of your health and your life. Not only are we here to present the facts but also to bring you the information in an entertaining way using segments like the Wheel of Medicine, My Blank Hurts, and 3 Shots.
Episodes
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Episode 52 - A New mRNA Vaccine Kills Cancer (with your Killer T Cells)
Tanner, Jade, and Dr. Miles bring you news of a brand-new cancer treatment. It looks so promising that the stock price of the company that makes it has gone up 10x over the past year. mRNA Vaccine to Treat Cancer: Adding mRNA vaccine to a proven cancer treatment reduced bad outcomes by 45% in...
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Episode 51 - Curing Depression with Light (and prevent Alzheimer's?); New Hyperhidrosis Options
Tanner, Alyssa, and Dr. Miles bring the serious topic of Major Depressive Disorder to the forefront with an effective, affordable, easy, and essentially side effect-free treatment. Bright Light Therapy for Depression: Adding a simple 10,000-lux white light device to standard treatment can double...
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Episode 50 - Cholesterol Myths and Truths: New 2026 Rules for your Heart & Brain
Tanner, Jade, and Dr. Miles discuss the real impact for you on the latest guidelines of cholesterol. The new guidelines on cholesterol and heart disease are over 120 pages (and boring.) We break them down and delivery the important info in a simple, easy-listening format (with entertainment and...
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Episode 49 - Vigorous Exercise (How 3 minutes can save your life)
So you "don't have time for exercise"? In this episode Tanner, Alyssa, and Dr. Miles discuss the latest research on exercise amounts for wellness. Learn: About an 8-year study of over 70,000 people looking for the most powerful type of exercise. How the health benefits of walking at a mall for…
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Episode 48 - Anti-Inflammatories Worsening Pain; Fasting Start-time Matters
Is your pain medicine actually prolonging your recovery? In this episode Tanner, Jade, and Dr. Miles get to the bottom of: Is skipping late-night snacks the secret to lowering your blood pressure and heart attack risk? How many hours do you really need to fast to make a difference? How the…
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Episode 47 - Starving Cancer Away; Kidney Stones (Water Myth)
Can you starve your cancer away? (The type of cancer may matter) Welcome to another info-packed episode with Tanner, Alyssa, and Dr. Miles. Does fasting really increase the chances of destroying cancer by 3.5 times (250%)? Will a special type of fasting be added to the cancer guidelines, or is it...
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Episode 46 - Huge Alzheimers Breakthrough, Diet & Gardening
Listen to the big news on Alzheimer's dementia as Tanner, Alyssa, and Dr. Miles go into the nitty gritty of a promising study and drug. Did Tanner, Alyssa, and Dr. Miles find a cure for Alzheimer's dementia that actually will pan out for humans? Are you down with NAD (and ATP)? Yeah, you know me....
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Episode 45 - The Sauna Blueprint: Heart disease & Dementia Cut in Half (from Finnish studies to Modern Biohacking)
Can sitting in a 200°F oven really cut your cardiovascular and dementia risk in half? In this episode, we: Break down the landmark Finnish cohort study that turned sauna into a serious longevity intervention Dive into the science of how extreme heat impacts your body chemistry and anatomy Explore...
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Episode 44 - Fake fiber, Sleep type & heart risk, Cancer diagnosing wearable
Welcome to another info-packed episode with Tanner, Alyssa, and Dr. Miles. Is Tanner secretly a bear? And does it make him more or less at risk for heart disease? Your sleep chronotype may increase your chances of a heart attack and stroke. Which type are you? What is better: natural fiber or…
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Episode 43 - Early Colon Cancer, Caffeine & Dementia, Ivermectin & Cancer
Welcome to another info-packed episode with Tanner, Jade, and Dr. Miles. How did Tanner earn his new nickname?!! Why is colon cancer being seen so often and more aggressive in people younger than 50? People use caffeine to help their brains function better. But what about the long term? What is…
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Episode 42 - Early Alzheimer's test, Pink Noise, Meds Affect Gut Health
Can a simple blood test predict Alzheimer's before symptoms start? Is pink noise the secret to a better night's sleep? Join Tanner, Dr. Miles, and Jade (Mortal Kombat warrior?) for another breakdown of the latest headlines in medicine and health science. In this episode, we're diving into three...
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Episode 41 - Bottom size & health, GLP1 & muscle loss
Tanner and Dr. Miles are back! Now with a new team of future doctors and physician assistants! Do you have a big butt or a flat butt? What does that say about your health? Well, it depends, first, if you are male or female. GLP1 meds like Ozempic and Mounjaro work exceptionally, for weight loss....
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Episode 40 - Laughter & Cholesterol Shot
Jokesters galore! Tanner's comedy is not just for your entertainment, it's for your health! Learn how. RNA shots aren't only for COVID. There's one for cholesterol now! We hope you join us as we dive deep into medicine so you don't have to. You stay safe (and informed) swimming in the shallows.…
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Episode 39 - Short Chain Fatty Acids, Cancer, & Metformin
Jinny has worked hard to restore an old monument of Tanner's and Dr. Miles' past. It may even show us the path to anti-aging. Learn about short chain fatty acids from our gut and the effects it could have on cancer. Metformin is a sexy medicine, despite what Tanner thinks. Listen to find out why....
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Episode 38 - Insomina - Extended episode
We are listening to you! By special request from Gail and her family we are talking all about Insomnia. What is safe? What is not safe? How can we treat it naturally, without medicines? We have the details for you. Will we play another game with Tanner? Hint: Tanner may win again! We hope you…
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Episode 37 - Pregnancy Diet & Antinutrients
Tanner, Dr. Miles, and Jinny are back with more medical news. We discussed epigenetics last time. Now learn how diet in pregnancy may affect your children's DNA for the future. We have all heard of nutrients, but how about anti-nutrients? Jinny tries to stump Tanner with 2 Lies and a Truth. How...
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Episode 36 - Reverse Your Aging, Epigenetics, 2L1T
Hello Jinny!!! Welcome Jinny to the show and follow her journey to medical school! Tanner, Dr. Miles, and Jinny are on the case to get you the medical news you've been waiting for. Learn how to reverse aging of your DNA with some simple lifestyle changes. Jinny also introduces a new segment: 2…
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Episode 35 - No More Tears - Risky Behavior Med, Cold Urticaria, Covid Rinse
We are back! And Tanner and Dr. Miles and joined by a new co-host. Meet Laura! We are talking about many things in this extended episode. Learn about a common medicine that about 80-90 million Americans are on in any given week and its effects on risky behavior. Dr. Miles talks about a book (and...
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Episode 34 - Tanner Gets Ambushed, Laser Hair Removal, Fatty Liver
A truly entertaining episode - Tanner got ambushed! You'll have to listen to find out more. Dr. Miles has added a great service to his office: laser hair removal, among other things. Find out why his laser is so special and what all Katie got lasered! (She still has eyebrows...) Fatty liver…
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Episode 33 - The Lost Episode: Yoyo Diets, Football Concussions
Somehow this didn't get published!!! A Yoyo is fun. Yoyo diets, not so much. We had to bleep Katie. She really didn't say anything bad, but it sure didn't sound that way. We love football! But will the same vicious hits continue or will concussions and brain injuries change this into school yard...
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Episode 32 Diverticulitis, Nut Update, Which Exercise
What is Katie's big news?!! Diverticulitis primer. Nuts & popcorn - good or bad? Everybody knows exercise is important, but which ones extend life the best? The gym may not be the answer. We have completed our study: Brazil nuts and cholesterol. Did we get the same results as the previously...
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Episode 31- Optimal Exercise Time, Flavored Water, NSAID Risks
Katie is one step closer to Medical School. Big news coming soon for this future Doctor! Tanner might not like pink drinks, but listen to learn about a good flavorful and healthy alternative to water. Everybody knows exercise is important, but how much? We explore the recommendations and compare...
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Episode 30 - UTI, Caffeine, Bucket Lists
Tanner wants to talk about Bucket Lists today. He must have some big plans ahead. Hopefully they don't involve death. Urinary Tract Infections are common. How are they diagnosed, treated and prevented? We have had discussions on Caffeine before. What is in the news to talk about this time? Watch...
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Episode 29 - Rays on a Plane - Airplane cancer risks, Beetroot powder, Microbiome & heart disease
Which one of us is taking Beetroot Powder and why? Is an Airplane going to cause Cancer? Or perhaps turn you into the Incredible Hulk? We also learn more about the Gut Bacteria and Microbiome and its relationship to Heart Disease. Watch some of our shows and recipes on YouTube. We hope you join…
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Episode 28 - Keto Diet - the good, the bad, and the evidence
What's the hottest diet around these days? We receive the most questions about the Keto Diet. And for your health, we went straight to the literature and studies to bring you the accurate and informed details. Hint: the Ketogenic Diet is not all good, nor is it all bad. Listen to find out the...
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Episode 27 - This Fat's For You - Cholesterol, Brazil nuts
This may be our most important and informative episode yet. Cholesterol and heart disease risk - it doesn't get more applicable than this since heart disease is the number one killer in the country. What is Cholesterol anyway? What food after just one serving may lower your cholesterol by 25% and...
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Episode 26 - Let's Get a Grip - Grip and life expectancy, Eggs, Pneumonia
What's the real truth on eggs? Good for you? Terrible for you? Let's see what the latest study says about eggs and your heart. Pneumonia is a leading cause of infectious death. There are new medicines in the works to treat it and 2 different vaccines available to prevent it. Do you need a…
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Episode 25 - Cry Me a Bloody River - Ebola Outbreak, Trans fats, The Hunger Nerve
Trans fats are bad. Well of course they are, but something is changing with them. Where are they, what are they, and why are they? Ebola? E. Coli? They sound similar but one may be in your Romaine lettuce and the other makes you bleed from your eyes. Learn about them as we discuss. If you are...
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Episode 24 - The Adrenal Deal - Adrenal Fatigue, Brain Plasticity, Lifestyle Choices and Lifespan
Join us as guest host, Stephanie, and the Health Files With Dr. Miles crew visit the latest news of medicine and health. Suffering from "Adrenal Fatigue?" You will definitely want to hear the shocking news on the treatments available. Dr. Miles has been telling his patients for years about a…
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Episode 23 - Move Over Bacon, There's Something Greener - Nitrates/nitrites, Viagra from food, Sleep & Muscles
Can we have "healthier" bacon? Nitrates, Nitrites, Nitrosamines.... What? We explore these and which are good and which are bad. Can you get Viagra naturally from your foods? Does losing just 1 hour of sleep affect your muscle growth (or at least preservation during weight loss?) What if we catch...
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Episode 22 - Pop it Like It's Hot - Save on Prescriptions, Burn Care & Blisters
Maybe our biggest news comes in advice for saving money on healthcare costs, specifically prescription medicines. Find out how you may be able to get a $500 per month prescription filled for free! And watch out, it may be more expensive to use your insurance instead of paying cash for many...
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Episode 21 - Tanner's Favorite Butter - Peanut Allergy & Cure, Hiccups
Will this kill me....Peanuts? Possibly so. If you or your child is allergic to peanuts, find out how y'all can enjoy these delicious legumes soon and not die from a deadly reaction! We also discuss our favorite, tried and true ways of ridding ourselves of the evil hiccups. We bring the science to...
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Specialist Interview: Dr. Sharrona Williams - Foot Pain - Episode 20
If you are going to walk a mile in another man's shoes, make sure they provide the right support. In this extended episode, we interview Dr. Sharrona Williams, an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in foot and ankle disorders. We review causes and treatments of many types of foot pain including…
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Episode 19 - Whoop! There it is! - Whooping Cough, GMO Foods
The Whooping Cough has been making a resurgence. Someone on the show even had it. Why is it so dangerous, and how do we treat or prevent it? One of our segment favorites: Will this kill me? GMO foods? Are genetically modified organisms dangerous? Are they common? Subscribe to our show so you…
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Episode 18 - To Clot or Not To Clot - Blood Clots, Tap vs Bottled Water
Blood clots are associated with many risk factors including travel, inactivity, certain medications, genetic causes and others. We discuss symptoms, prevention, treatment, and more. After the Wheel of Medicine catastrophe, we answer once again: Will this kill me? Tap water vs bottled water. Which...
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Episode 17 - Will This Kill Me? - Microwaves, Cell phones, Soy
Microwave ovens with radiation and endocrine effects. Cell phones with brain tumors. Soy with breast and other cancers. We take a look at the science of all these. So we will answer: Will this kill me? We also spin the Wheel of Medicine. What (or who) will it land on this time? Subscribe to our...
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Episode 16 - Where There's Smoke There's Fire? - Nonsmoker Lung Cancer
Everybody knows that smoking causes lung cancer. But listen in as we discuss other COMMON causes of lung cancer in NON-SMOKERS. More people die from lung cancer than any other cancer in the U.S. We also spin the Wheel of Medicine and talk about another over the counter medicine. How many…
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Episode 15 - Under Pressure - Updated High Blood Pressure Diagnosis Guidelines
Under Pressure. Under-diagnosed High Blood Pressure, that is. The experts are out with new guidelines on diagnosing and treating hypertension that could give almost half our country high blood pressure. Why? What are the pros and cons? And what does it mean to the average person? We'll find out…
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Episode 14 - Shots, On The House - Opioids vs non-opioids, Red Yeast Rice, Heart disease test
We are taking Big Shots today. Instead of a quick recap into news articles like we do with 3 Shots, we go into further depth with several news stories. We tackle things like opioid pain medicine vs over the counter medicine, a new test for detecting heart disease, metformin and diabetes, red…
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Episode 13 - She Touched A Nerve With That One - My Blank Hurts - Shingles
1 in 3 adults will get Shingles. What's so bad about that - it is just a rash, right? We discuss what it is, if it can be treated, how it can be prevented and why you absolutely don't want it. We must spin the Wheel of Medicine and there is a good chance we'll have 3 Shots. Subscribe to our show…
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Episode 12 - One Flu Over The Cuckoo's Nest - the Flu, Skipping Breakfast (with nutritionist, Rachel)
One main topic is the Flu and we talk about a revolutionary new vaccine in the works, symptoms, treatment and other important flu facts. Next, is skipping breakfast good, bad, or neutral? We have a special dietetics and nutritional guest, Rachel to discuss. We get Rachel to spin the Wheel of...
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Specialist Interview - Everything Back Pain - with Dr. R.C. Brownlow
Back Pain, ugh! In this extended episode, we interview Dr. Brownlow, a pain specialist, on evaluation, treatments, and prevention of low back pain. We tackle all the questions from our listeners. We even go into some neat new things on the horizon and out-of-the-box thinking of different...
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Episode 10 - Be One The Wiser - Improving Brain Function, Safe Birth Control
Can we improve our brain function with a simple medicine? Should we do it? We find out in this episode. Are you taking one of the safe birth control pills? We discuss that too. We also spin the Wheel of Medicine and review a common over the counter medicine. And don't forget 3 Shots. Learn all...
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Episode 9 - Paint it Black (Special K trials) - Depression with new treatments, Name That Infection
Tanner, Katie, and Dr. Miles are all back for an important episode on Depression and review current strategies to beat it. Maybe more crucial to the future, we discuss a brand new option that could revolutionize depression treatment. We also spin the Wheel of Medicine, Name that Infection for a...
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Episode 8 - No Guts, No Glory - Gut Bacteria & Health, C. diff infection
We are reviewing the gut, and how it relates to good health. Specifically, we are talking about good and bad bacteria, the microbiome, probiotics, prebiotics, as well as C. diff infections. We spin the Wheel of Medicine and take 3 Shots. We hope you join us as we dive deep into medicine so you...
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Episode 7 - Get Caffeinated You Salty Dog - Caffeine & Health, Salt & Blood Pressure
We introduce our new host all the way from Texas: Tanner. Help welcome Tanner to the show. News items for the show include caffeine and it's effects on health and death. And does salt cause hypertension, or is something else worse. We definitely spin the Wheel of Medicine for more important...
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Episode 6 - Do You Feel The Burn? - Sports Medicine Myths, My Blank Hurts
We are talking Sports Medicine today and hope to dispel some myths. One of us will spin the Wheel of Medicine - but only the wheel knows what the medicine will be. We can't wait to take 3 shots. By popular demand we have another caller to tackle My Blank Hurts. We hope you join us as we dive deep...
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Episode 5 - My Blank Hurts - Increase Energy, HPV vaccine, My Blank Hurts
Today's episode features a healthy way to increase energy. We also talk about a very important vaccine against some common cancers, we've got 3 Shots to give and take, And the Wheel of Medicine - what medicine will it be? We also have another new segment simply titled: My Blank Hurts. We hope you...
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Episode 4 - A New Hope - Anabolic Steroids & Heart Health, Name That Infection
For this episode we are going to talk about meat, the heart, and about anabolic steroids, we'll spin the Wheel of Medicine - what medicine will she provide for us with the spin. We are taking 3 Shots, and we've got a new segment where we are going to Name That Infection. We hope you join us as we...
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Episode 3 - The Sun Also Rises - Skin Cancer, Skin Biopsy
In this episode we talk about the Sun, Sunscreens, Skin Cancers, look at a Common Procedure, spin the Wheel of Medicine and take 3 Shots. We hope you join us as we dive deep into medicine so you don't have to. We present the best studies and research in easy to understand and entertaining ways.…
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About this show
We have assembled a devoted team, to dive deep into the latest medical news and research studies in order to provide you with the knowledge to take charge of your health and your life. Not only are we here to present the facts but also to bring you the information in an entertaining way using segments like the Wheel of Medicine, My Blank Hurts, and 3 Shots.
Hosted by
Dr. S. Miles