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The People's Pharmacy

Joe and Terry Graedon
Covid-19
Alzheimer's Disease
Mental Health
Nutrition
Long COVID
Chronic Diseases
Public Health
Diabetes
Anxiety
Exercise
Dementia
FDA
Obesity
Longevity
Cognitive Decline
Hypothyroidism
Gut Microbiome
Toxic Chemicals
Cardiovascular Health
Hair Loss

Empowering you to make wise decisions about your own health, by providing you with essential health information about both medical and alternative treatment options. 921997

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Are you concerned about your bone health? Do you worry about osteoporosis? According to the CDC, more than 10 million Americans have low bone density that makes them more vulnerable to fractures. For many older people, a fracture can be devastating, ... more

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You may think of allergies as causing sniffly noses and congestion in the spring or fall. But allergies can go far beyond that. As Dr. Kari Nadeau points out in this episode, allergies can affect us from head to toe, including eyes, nose, throat, lun... more

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Over the years, we have spoken with scores of healthcare experts about chronic illness. Many of them attribute the problems to inflammation, which is after all a natural response to infection or injury. But not everyone has a system for locating and ... more

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What do you conjure up when you think of music? Perhaps you imagine a singer-songwriter telling her story. On the other hand, you might imagine a parade with a marching band, an orchestra playing an outdoor concert or a mother singing her baby to sle... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Kendall Moseley
Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine in the Division of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Episode: Show 1446: The Science of Strong Bones: Lifestyle, Medication and Movement
Dr. Susan Peyrovi
Practices integrative and functional medicine at Stanford Center for Integrative Medicine
Stanford Center for Integrative Medicine
Episode: Show 1474: Treating the Cause, Not Just the Symptoms, with Functional Medicine
Elizabeth Margulis
Professor and Acting Chair in the Department of Music at Princeton University; Director of the Music Cognition Lab
Princeton University
Episode: Show 1473: How Music Heals: The Neuroscience Behind an Ancient Medicine
Dr. Alan Hamilton
Renowned neurosurgeon and author
University of Arizona
Episode: Show 1428: The Hidden Power of the Unconscious Brain (Archive)
Dr. Ed Breitschwerd
Professor of Medicine and Infectious Diseases, NC State University College of Veterinary Medicine; Adjunct Professor of Medicine, Duke University Medical Center; specializes in Bartonella and vector-borne diseases
North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine; Duke University Medical Center
Episode: Show 1472: Beyond Lyme: Stealth Infections from Flea and Tick Bites
Linda Blumberg
Research Professor, Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy
Georgetown University
Episode: Show 1471: Broken Bills: Why Americans Pay Twice as Much for Less Care
Claudio Battellini
Professor of Exercise and Sports Science, UNC Chapel Hill; director emeritus of Get Real and Heal Breast Cancer Research Program; co-director of the Exercise Oncology Research Laboratory
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Episode: Show 1470: Why Your Doctor Should Prescribe Exercise to Treat Depression, Cancer & Aging
Jordan Metzl
Fitness instructor, sports medicine physician, author
Hospital for Special Surgery; author of Push!
Episode: Show 1470: Why Your Doctor Should Prescribe Exercise to Treat Depression, Cancer & Aging
Dr. David Nichols
Adjunct professor at the Eshelman School of Pharmacy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an international authority on hallucinogens.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Episode: Show 1188: The Healing Potential of Psychedelic Drugs: New Day!

Hosts

Joe Graedon
Co-host of The People's Pharmacy; long-standing health writer and host.
Terry Graedon
Co-host of The People's Pharmacy; experienced health writer.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Ep. With Dr. Alan Hamilton

    I had the pleasure of catching an the interview with Dr. Alan Hamilton and was very drawn by the topic of his research and his academic profile which has allowed him to push the understanding of our brain and neuro science! Keep up the great work! Episodes are fascinating and educational!

    Kind regards and humble thanks,

    PJL

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @paxjlong
    United States24 days ago
  • Impressive

    I appreciate the calm thoroughness of the Graedon hosts when they approach a subject. I have been a RN for 40 yrs and I learn so much. This is a wonderful service for the people! Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    }<%*¥
    United States2 months ago
  • Research based information

    I rely on the People’s Pharmacy for up to

    date, reliable health information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Weatherwoman16
    United States5 months ago
  • A public service

    Joe and Terry cover so many important health concerns and bring experts on the show to share the latest information. I look forward to their shows and have definitely learned a lot . This is a gem available to the public . Tune in and find out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wis river down stresm
    United States5 months ago
  • great show

    lots of informative information

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tonton460
    United States5 months ago

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Readers/listeners praise factual, research-backed health information.

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Show 1473: How Music Heals: The Neuroscience Behind an Ancient Medicine
Q: What is musical daydreams and why are they considered magical?
Musical daydreams are moments when listening to a tune triggers vivid, personal imaginings or memories; they are shared across listeners in surprisingly consistent ways and reveal how music can guide sense-making and meaning in our lives.
Show 1473: How Music Heals: The Neuroscience Behind an Ancient Medicine
Q: Dr. Margulis, how does music exert its healing effects in conditions like dementia or anxiety?
Music engages memory and emotion, activates motor regions, and creates a transportive, immersive experience that can calm, reorient, and reawaken memories, offering a non-pharmacological approach that can complement clinical treatments.
Show 1474: Treating the Cause, Not Just the Symptoms, with Functional Medicine
Q: How can a listener find a functional medicine practitioner?
Listeners can use IFM.org's Find a Practitioner tool or AIHM.org's practitioner finder to locate qualified clinicians, including doctors, nutritionists, acupuncturists, and naturopathic professionals, and telemedicine can help access providers beyond the listener's local area.
Show 1474: Treating the Cause, Not Just the Symptoms, with Functional Medicine
Q: What is the core difference between conventional medicine and functional/integrative medicine?
Conventional medicine tends to target specific symptoms with pharmaceuticals, while functional/integrative medicine looks upstream to identify and address root causes, using lifestyle changes, nutrition, stress management, and personalized care in combination with or alongside pharmaceuticals.
Show 1469: Fresh Air & Sunlight: How Some Hospitals Are Rediscovering This Healing Secret
Q: How does the concept of real-time access to medical records empower patients?
Patients can review and correct discharge summaries, ask questions, and stay engaged in their care, which shifts the ownership of information to the patient and supports personalized decision-making.

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What is The People's Pharmacy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show provides practical, research-backed health information with an emphasis on how drugs, medical systems, diet, and lifestyle impact everyday well-being. Across episodes, listeners are guided through topics from neuroscience and psychedelic research to cholesterol, liver health, and the economics of healthcare pricing, all explained in accessible, evidence-based language. Guests include clinicians, researchers, and policy experts who translate complex science into actionable takeaways, often combining patient stories with data-driven insights. A standout trait is the hosts' focus on transparency and critical evaluation of medical information, helping audiences make informed decisions beyond conventional wisdom. This mix of medical sci... more

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2. Dr. Susan Peyrovi
3. Elizabeth Margulis
4. Dr. Alan Hamilton
5. Dr. Ed Breitschwerd
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7. Claudio Battellini
8. Jordan Metzl

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