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Chasing Life with Dr. Sanjay Gupta

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Mental Health
Chronic Pain
Public Health
Covid-19
Nutrition
Neuroscience
Obesity
Alzheimer's Disease
Ultra-Processed Foods
Menopause
Health
Artificial Intelligence
Happiness
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Diabetes
Aging
Climate Change

All over the world, there are people who are living extraordinary lives, full of happiness and health – and with hardly any heart disease, cancer or diabetes. Dr. Sanjay Gupta has been on a decades-long mission to understand how they do it, and how we can all learn from them. Scientists now believe we can even reverse the symptoms of Alzheimer’s dementia, and in fact grow sharper and more resilien... more

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The diabetes drugs that transformed weight loss may be key to treating addiction, too. Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with Dr. Dhruv Khullar about how GLP-1s affect the brain, its reward system, and maybe even addiction.

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An FDA panel has recommended allowing compounding pharmacies to make six unapproved peptides. Dr. Sanjay Gupta and CNN Health's John Bonifield discuss their popularity, safety concerns and what comes next.

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Sanjay Gupta
Host and senior medical correspondent with extensive experience in medicine, neuroscience, and health journalism

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 10k ratings
  • Why Should Not Use Air Dryer Public Restrooms

    Yikes!!! Very important to know! I bet this is not commonly known. Consumer Report also shared this same message. Please continue to share such important knowledge!

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    5
    k!k!m@su
    United States2 months ago
  • For all health care providers

    Just listened to you 2026 commencement speech. Awesome. I recently retired after 45 years as a critical care nurse. Not only do I think this message is valuable for physicians, but I think every nurse should hear it too. Pretty much every health care professional should. Thank you for sharing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    New player2
    United States2 months ago
  • Will Mocktails Reduce Your Cancer Risk?

    Interesting episode about Mocktails and cancer, but I especially enjoyed the part about silicone and plastic. It certainly peeked my interest and one to listen over and over to remember those studies you mentioned. Makes you think twice now about washing those Tupperware containers in the dishwasher, even if they do say Rubbermaid and if they are heat resistant, like the ones you get from California Pizza Kitchen.

    Apple Podcasts
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    my girlfriend's teddy bear
    United States3 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Glad I have begun listening to your podcast. I find it very interesting and informative. I have gone back to listen to episodes from 2025, and must commend you for not allowing the FDA commissioner to “snow” you, and thus your listeners. I’m looking forward to learning helpful hints from your latest book. Keep up the great work and maintain your principles.

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    SarahEverson
    United States4 months ago
  • good science based discusion on personal health and self-improvement etc

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Listeners praise evidence-based health guidance and ability to translate complex topics into actionable tips.

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When Snoring Becomes a Danger to Your Health
Q: What is CPAP and how well does it work?
CPAP, or Continuous Positive Airway Pressure, keeps the airway open during sleep and is considered the gold standard; it can dramatically reduce events per hour and restore energy, though long-term adherence varies among patients.
When Snoring Becomes a Danger to Your Health
Q: What does that entail in home testing versus lab testing?
Home sleep studies use simpler monitors, often just a finger or wrist device, are more comfortable and convenient, while in-lab studies are comprehensive with EEG, heart monitoring, and limb movement to accurately diagnose and assess severity.
When Snoring Becomes a Danger to Your Health
Q: So let's define a few terms then. So what exactly is sleep apnea?
Sleep apnea occurs when airway relaxation leads to intermittent blockage, most commonly from the back of the tongue or palate, causing airflow to stop for 10 seconds or more and fragmenting sleep; the condition ranges from mild to severe based on frequency of events.
Cyclosporiasis: Fact vs Fiction
Q: What makes pinpointing a single outbreak source so difficult this time around?
It's likely multiple concurrent outbreaks with different sources, combined with the fact that Cyclospora is hard to culture and genetically link, which complicates fast, precise traceback.
Cyclosporiasis: Fact vs Fiction
Q: So how does a cycle begin for Cyclospora, given that humans are the only host?
The cycle begins with a human host shedding the organism in feces, after which the parasite can contaminate water or food; it requires a period outside the host to become infectious, and outbreaks are likely multi-sourced rather than from a single point.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chasing Life

What is Chasing Life about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A health- and science-focused show that blends medical expertise with accessible storytelling. Topics span hair health, gut health, autism, brain science, sleep, hypnosis, and the impact of technology on daily life, often featuring physicians, researchers, and other experts who translate complex research into practical takeaways for listeners. The format frequently combines clinician-host guidance with guest insights, audience Qs, and real-world implications for health, well-being, and everyday decision-making. A notable strength is the ability to connect emerging science to tangible tips, while spotlighting controversial or evolving areas (such as GLP-1 medications or tech use) with nuance and caution. This mix tends to attract health-cons... more

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