The Dr. Oz Show Season 2 Episode 173 The Biggest Health Mistakes Women Make
- June 1, 2011
The Dr. Oz Show season 2 episode 173 focuses on the biggest health mistakes that women tend to make. Many women unknowingly repeat the same health mistakes, which can lead to long-term health issues. Dr. Oz invites experts to discuss various topics, including taking too many supplements.
The show starts with Dr. Oz chatting with Dr. Jen Ashton, who explains how taking too many supplements can be harmful. She goes on to explain how minerals from supplements can build up in your body to toxic levels, which leads to various health problems. They talk about the safe levels of supplements that can be taken daily. Dr. Oz gives a few supplements that are essential, such as vitamin D and probiotics.
In this episode, Dr. Oz also discusses the importance of adequate sleep. One of the experts, Dr. Michael Breus, explains how sleep is critical for weight loss, hormone regulation, and brain function. He shares some tips for getting better sleep, such as not watching TV before bed, limiting caffeine intake, and maintaining a regular sleep schedule.
An exciting part of the show is when Dr. Oz invites a group of women to discuss their health habits. The women expressed that they struggle with taking care of themselves with responsibilities as working and raising children. Dr. Oz encourages them to take 5-10 minutes every day to focus on themselves and to take care of their health. The women also ask a few questions about their health concerns, such as headaches, which Dr. Oz answers with expert advice.
Additionally, the show highlights the importance of mental health. Dr. Oz invites Dr. Erika Schwartz, who discusses the crucial role of emotional wellbeing in one's health. She shares some tips on how to manage stress and take care of one's emotional needs.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Oz provides guidance on how women can avoid making serious health mistakes. Women's health issues that are not addressed in this episode will likely be addressed in other episodes, given the vastness of women's health topics.
In the end, the episode highlights the importance of women taking proactive steps to take care of their health and wellbeing. Dr. Oz encourages women to take information they learn and talk with their doctor about it. Overall, the episode is informative and helpful for women looking to take care of their health.