A Healthier Michigan Podcast
A Healthier Michigan Podcast is dedicated to navigating how we can improve our health and well-being through small healthy habits we can start implementing today. Every other week, host Chuck Gaidica will sit down with a certified health expert from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to deep dive into topics covering nutrition, fitness and much more.
Episodes
Health care affordability isn't just a consumer problem—it's a system accountability issue. Consolidated health systems promised lower costs. Insurers and employers are demanding more value. This episode brings together health systems, insurers and business leaders to explore how each player in the health care system can do more—collectively—to lower the cost of coverage. From legacy partnerships to forward-looking value-based mode...
From aging to genetics, we’re exploring the balance between nutrition and metabolism in this four-part series.
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Registered Dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Shanthi Appelö. Together, they explore the science behind nutrient timing.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- What is nutrient timing?
- How intermittent fasting can have benefits like reducing c...
From aging to genetics, we’re exploring the balance between nutrition and metabolism in this four-part series.
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Registered Dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Shanthi Appelö. Together, they explore how the nutritional value of food plays a bigger role than just calorie count.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- How nutrient-dense foods such as vegeta...
From aging to genetics, we’re exploring the balance between nutrition and metabolism in this four part series.
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Registered Dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Shanthi Appelö. Together, they explore how to optimize food choices to fuel our body.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- How different types of food affect energy levels and metabolism
- Nutrient...
From aging to genetics, we’re exploring the balance between nutrition and metabolism in this four part series.
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Registered Dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Shanthi Appelö. Together, they explore the truth about metabolism.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- What exactly is metabolism?
- How much of our metabolism is determined by genetics.
- Common myt...
In this series, we’re exploring the balance between what you can and can’t control when it comes to your health.
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Dr. James Grant. Together, they explore how small changes to our lifestyle can positively impact longevity.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- The most impactful h...
In this series, we’re exploring the balance between what you can and can’t control when it comes to your health.
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Senior Medical Director for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Dr. Raymond Hobbs. Together, they explore how to embrace the natural aging process while focusing on the areas of our health we can actively maintain.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- H...
In this series, we’re exploring the balance between what you can and can’t control when it comes to your health.
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Care Management Physician of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Dr. Angela Seabright. Together, they explore the role of genetics and family history in our health.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- How genes provide a blueprint for how the body func...
in this series, we’re exploring the balance between what you can and can’t control when it comes to your health.
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Care Management Physician of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Dr. Angela Seabright. Together, they explore how small changes to our lifestyle now can make a big difference for our health long-term.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- How there are m...
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Senior Health Care Analyst for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Josh McCullough. Together, they explore how we can better manage stress and set boundaries this holiday season.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- How the holidays can be a source of stress for many due to factors like social obligations, gift-giving, family dynamics, and personal expectations.
- P...
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by VP of Clinical Partnerships & Associate CMO for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Dr. Amy Milewski. Together, they explore how practicing gratitude can bring us better health and positive relationships.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- How practicing gratitude for 15 minutes a day, 5 days a week for 6 weeks can improve mental wellbeing.
- How gratitude can...
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Senior Health Care Analyst for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Josh McCullough. Together, they explore ways to build resilience through stress, develop better strategies to cope and not let the cycle repeat itself.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- Practical steps individuals can take to improve their stress resilience
- Early warning signs that stress is imp...
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Jessica Chester, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and University Counselor of the Counseling and Psychological Services Department for Wayne State University. Together, they discuss what is doomscrolling and how to stop it.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- How doomscrolling can lead to feelings of anxiety and being unable to disconnect from the constant stream...
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Ann Marie Wakula, certified personal trainer and macro nutrition coach. Together, they discuss how we can navigate colder months to keep our bodies active when all one might feel like doing is sitting on the couch.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- Setting small, realistic goals to maintain an active routine and healthy habits
- Finding ways to incorporate moveme...
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Senior Health Care Analyst for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Josh McCullough. Together, they explore how to spot signs that work has become your identity.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore the importance of seeking balance, setting boundaries, and getting input from trusted support networks to prevent work from overshadowing other meaningful aspects of life.
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Susanna Rickman, Suicide Prevention Manager for Gryphon Place. Together, they discuss ways to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- How talking openly about mental health issues, without shame or stigma, can be an important step to break down barriers.
- How listening for potential warning signs and being willing to have d...
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Angela Seabright, Care Management Physician of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss our biological age, or the age your body functions, and what we can do to improve it.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- How biological age can be improved through
- Diet
- Exercise
- Sleep
- Stress management
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Sydney Lipsey, Manager of Behavioral Health Strategy and Planning for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss ways to overcome perfectionism.
In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:
- Signs of perfectionism
- Effects of perfectionism on mental health and wellbeing
- Ways to overcome perfectionism
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