Ever wondered if “drinking eight glasses of water a day” is really the golden rule of hydration? Or if “cracking your knuckles leads to arthritis”? Join us on I Heard…, a podcast that challenges health myths and replaces them with science-backed facts.
Led by host and health educator, Krystal Eskildsen, a team of multi-skilled MPH students, and in collaboration with Andrews University, we’re committed to empowering you with reliable health information. Tune in, learn, and let’s debunk health myths together!
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“I Heard… Alcohol is Harmless in Moderation” with Dr. McBride
This podcast episode by our host Krystal Elkidsen features Dr. Dwayne McBride, a sociologist and epidemiologist working at Andrews University. They both discuss the myth that alcohol is harmless in moderation. Dr. McBride provides a comprehensive overview of alcohol’s history, its societal impact, and the latest scientific findings on its… listen to episode
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“I Heard… Carbs are the Enemy”
So, what exactly are carbohydrates? And why do they matter so much? Along with protein and fat, carbohydrates are one of the three macronutrients your body needs to function. They provide energy, support brain function, and help regulate blood glucose. Our first topic in the “I Heard…” podcast is about… listen to episode
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“I Heard… No pain, no gain”
Today, we’re digging into one of the most famous fitness myths out there. No pain, no gain. But do we really need to suffer in order to get fit? The fitness myth of “no pain, no gain” has its roots in the belief that pushing oneself to the limit is… listen to episode
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“I Heard… Sugar is as Addictive as Cocaine”
Sugar has a long history, dating back thousands of years to the time of King Henry III of England. The sweet craving for sugar has been a part of human evolution, with the phrase “sugar and spice and everything nice” first appearing in a 19th-century poem. Southeast Asia first domesticated… listen to episode
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“I Heard… Weight Loss Is Just Calories In, Calories Out”
Today we’re exploring one of the most accepted—and yet misleading—concepts in weight management: “Weight loss is just calories in versus calories out.” On paper, it sounds like simple math—consume fewer calories, move more, and the pounds will vanish. But recent research tells us the math is a bit more complicated.… listen to episode
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“I Heard… Stress Is Just a Part of Life”
Today, we are delving deeper into a common yet misleading myth: “Stress is just a part of life.” You’ve heard it; I’ve heard it—it’s almost a mantra in our high-speed world. But is it really as straightforward as that? Whether you’re dealing with deadlines, family commitments, or just the daily… listen to episode