Healthy Medicine #117: Healthier Schools and Playgrounds

Dr Zieve discusses how to be aware of and eliminate toxic factors in our home and school environments with Patti Wood, founder and Executive Director of the nonprofit Grassroots Environmental Education.

Patricia Wood is a visiting scholar at Adelphi University, where she lectures on environmental exposures and related health issues in the School of Nursing. She also works with the Environmental Health Division of the New York State Department of Health, producing public information materials, and was recently appointed to the Governor’s Advisory Council on Sustainability and Green Procurement. Ms. Wood is the co-producer of the documentary film “Our Children at Risk,” which explores the latest scientific research linking environmental toxins to children's health problems, and the author of “The ChildSafe Guidelines” and “The ChildSafe School,” which promote and provide a framework for a comprehensive approach to reducing environmental toxins in schools, as well as "Helping to Heal," a book for parents of children with life-threatening illnesses. Read more at grassrootsinfo.org.

Healthy Medicine #116: Homeopathy and the Subtle Self

Dr Zieve talks with homeopathic practitioner Donna Lozito about how homeopathy treats the whole person and addresses the issues that underly many ailments. In the third part, psychotherapist Eve Greenberg provides her experience as a homeopathic patient.

Donna Lozito CCH is a Holistic Consultant specializing in Homeopathic Medicine. She has been featured in The New York Times, Good Day New York, Sally Jessie Raphael and many domestic and international radio shows. Read more at nationalcenterforhomeopathy.org or donnalozito.com.

Healthy Medicine #115: Gluten Sensitivity

Dr Zieve discusses the many expressions of gluten sensitivity with Dr Jim Roach.

Certified in family medicine and integrative holistic medicine, Jim Roach MD has sought additional training in botanical, nutritional, and anti-aging medicine, and focuses on integrative cancer care. He is the founder of the Midway Center for Integrative Medicine in Midway, KY. Read more at www.TheMidwayFoundation.org.

Healthy Medicine #114: The Mental Illness Epidemic

Dr Zieve explores the difference between normal emotional function and mental illness with Dr Carl Hammerschlag, author of "Kindling Spirit: Healing from Within," and gets tips on supplements for mental health from homeopath Donna Lozito.

Carl A. Hammerschlag MD, CPAE is a psychiatrist, author, and professional speaker, an authority and one of the worlds leading proponents of Psychoneuroimmunology (mind-body-spirit medicine), and a faculty member at the University of Arizona Medical School. He is a founder of the Turtle Island Project, a non-profit, multidisciplinary organization whose programs integrate the principles of mind/body/spirit medicine with Native American rituals and ceremonies. Read more at healingdoc.com. Donna Lozito CCH is a Holistic Consultant specializing in Homeopathic Medicine. She has been featured in The New York Times, Good Day New York, Sally Jessie Raphael and many domestic and international radio shows. Read more at www.nationalcenterforhomeopathy.org or www.donnalozito.com.

Healthy Medicine #113: Honest Medicine

Dr Zieve talks with author Julia Schopick about four lifesaving treatments that have been effectively treating people for decades, but, as outlined in her book "Honest Medicine," remain on the fringe of the medical mainstream.

Julia Schopick is a best-selling author and dynamic speaker to patients, parenting groups and doctors who want to become informed and empowered to make the best health choices for themselves, their patients and loved ones. Creator of the award-winning blog HonestMedicine.com, Julia’s writings on health and medical topics have been featured in American Medical News (AMA), Alternative & Complementary Therapies, British Medical Journal and the Chicago Sun-Times.

Healthy Medicine #112: How Mercury Works

Dr Zieve discusses the toxic effects of mercury and methods for detoxification with Dr Christopher Shade, director of research and testing firm Quicksilver Scientific.

Christopher Shade PhD founded the analytical laboratory Quicksilver Scientific in Lafayette, Colorado in 2005, specializing in mercury speciation analysis using a patented method called Liquid Chromatographic Mercury Speciation. Dr Shade also works as a reviewer for the technical journals Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry and the Journal of Environmental Quality. Read more at www.quicksilverscientific.com.

Healthy Medicine #111: The Science of Supplements

Dr Zieve talks with Dr Dwight McKee about how various supplements work in the body, possible conflicts with pharmaceuticals, and how supplements are tested.

Dwight McKee MD has been a member of the Internal Medicine staff at Scripps Clinic, and practiced medical oncology and hematology at the San Diego Cancer Center in Vista, CA. for three years, where he also served as medical director for the Sharp Hospice. He continues to serve as a consultant for the San Diego Cancer Research Center, and serves as Scientific Director of Life Plus International in Batesville, Arkansas. His experience in medical research, nutritional science, immunology, chemistry, oncology, and complementary medicine make him one of the most knowledgeable researchers and clinicians worldwide. Read more at dwightmckee.com.