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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
Dementia
FDA
Obesity
Longevity
Exercise
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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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!
Dr. Charles Nichols
Professor of pharmacology at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans.
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
Episode: Show 1188: The Healing Potential of Psychedelic Drugs: New Day!
Dr. Matthew Johnson
Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Associate Director of the Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Episode: Show 1188: The Healing Potential of Psychedelic Drugs: New Day!
Tom Buckheit
Physician-scientist, regenerative medicine expert
Triangle Regen Medicine and Biologic Center
Episode: Show 1468: Healing Joints and Nerves: The New Science of Regenerative Therapies
Dr. Meena Bansal
Professor of Medicine specializing in liver diseases at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Episode: Show 1429: How to Love Your Liver and Protect its Superpowers (Archive)
Dr. Jawad Ahmad
Professor of Liver Diseases at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Episode: Show 1429: How to Love Your Liver and Protect its Superpowers (Archive)
Dr. Morgan Goheen
Infectious disease expert, Yale School of Medicine; malaria transmission researcher
Yale School of Medicine; Yale School of Public Health
Episode: Show 1467: Can You Disagree Without Fighting? Building Bridges, Not Battles!
Dr. Laura Gilliam
Clinical psychologist; Braver Angels facilitator
Braver Angels; UNC Chapel Hill
Episode: Show 1467: Can You Disagree Without Fighting? Building Bridges, Not Battles!
Nikki Schulteck
Founding director of the Pathobium Research Center; executive director and co-founder of the Alzheimer's Pathobiome Initiative
Pathobium Research Center; Alzheimer's Pathobiome Initiative
Episode: Show 1466: Could Hidden Infections Be Driving Chronic Disease?

Hosts

Joe Graedon
Co-host and expert in health communication, providing insights into evidence-based medicine and alternative remedies.
Terry Graedon
Co-host and expert in health trends, advocating for informed health choices and transparency in the healthcare system.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • 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 States25 days ago
  • Research based information

    I rely on the People’s Pharmacy for up to

    date, reliable health information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Weatherwoman16
    United States4 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 States4 months ago
  • great show

    lots of informative information

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tonton460
    United States4 months ago
  • Beyond Corporate Rule

    It’s wonderful to be able to discover & learn about solutions for health beyond the corporate ownership & rulership [often called The Deep State] of our governments. Which then controls what we’re told to believe so someone can profit from what is often false or outdated information—designed to hook you into giving more of your money to these corporations that are NOT PEOPLE who care more about OUR well-being than THEIR FINANCIAL GAINS! Watch this space—and learn more about how you can save mon... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ponderingpools
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the reliable, research-based health information that is presented in an accessible manner.
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Many express gratitude for the podcast's role in helping them make informed health decisions and managing their wellness.

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Show 1464: Can Vaccines Protect the Brain from Dementia?
Q: What would you tell individuals now about vaccines and dementia risk reductions in practical terms?
Vaccination with shingles vaccines is already recommended for older adults to prevent shingles; the potential cognitive benefit adds motivation, but lifestyle factors and further evidence from clinical trials will shape definitive guidance.
Show 1464: Can Vaccines Protect the Brain from Dementia?
Q: How do the results differ between the old Zostavax and the newer Shingrix vaccine, if at all?
The older Zostavax showed protective signals against dementia in observational data; whether Shingrix yields similar or stronger effects depends on its mechanism of action, particularly whether it reduces virus reactivations or broadly boosts immune responses.
Show 1464: Can Vaccines Protect the Brain from Dementia?
Q: Could you summarize what makes this a natural experiment and why it's critical?
The study uses birth-date cutoffs around vaccine eligibility to create two comparable groups, which helps infer potential cause-and-effect relationships between vaccination and dementia risk, unlike traditional observational studies.
Show 1465: Food Fight! Should We Flip the Food Pyramid Upside-Down?
Q: Is there a one-size-fits-all diet or should people biohack to find what works best?
Gardner says there is no universal magic bullet; individuals respond differently, but in practice most people converge around a similar protein level and the key is the quality of carbs/fats and maintaining fiber intake.
Show 1465: Food Fight! Should We Flip the Food Pyramid Upside-Down?
Q: What does it mean that the new guidelines tip the food pyramid upside down?
Gardner explains that the graphic is largely about emphasis and public perception; while some elements like protein emphasis and dairy fat are new, many core recommendations remain, and the upside-down graphic is more about signaling a shift than overturning all science.

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1. Dr. David Nichols
2. Dr. Charles Nichols
3. Dr. Matthew Johnson
4. Tom Buckheit
5. Dr. Meena Bansal
6. Dr. Jawad Ahmad
7. Dr. Morgan Goheen
8. Dr. Laura Gilliam

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