Listen to Health vs. Hype with the American Medical Association

You want control over your health and you want trusted information—where can you turn? Hosted by Trace Dominguez, this new podcast asks: Is it health? Or is it hype?
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When it comes to your health, who you listen to matters

Welcome to Health vs. Hype with the American Medical Association, the show where we take the loudest wellness trends on the internet and ask the questions only science can answer. Subscribe to Health vs. Hype now and never miss an episode.

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VO2 max explained: Does this viral fitness metric actually predict health and longevity?

VO2 Max is everywhere, from fitness trackers and smartwatches to social media and even dating profiles. But what does this number actually mean for your health?

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Past episodes

Episode 1

Protein Maxxing: Have We Beefed Up Our Diets Too Much?

High-protein diets are everywhere from TikTok trends to protein-packed coffee, pasta, and even bottled water. But is “protein maxxing” actually healthy?
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Episode 2

Better sleep or just hype?

From mouth tape and melatonin to your sleep tracker, breathwork and sleep divorces, millions of Americans are experimenting with trending sleep hacks. Are these methods backed by science…or just social media hype?
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Episode 3

Creatine for Muscle, Aging, and Brain Health: What the Science Really Says

Creatine has officially gone mainstream, but is it actually worth the hype? Once known as a “gym bro” supplement, creatine is now trending across TikTok and Instagram for everything from muscle growth to brain health and longevity.
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Which cold medicines work?

Do cold medicines even work? What about other remedies? It depends. Two physicians clarify which cold medicines work and how to find relief.
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Ankle sprains and strains

One wrong step can lead to a twisted ankle. Aly M. Fayed, MD, of University of Iowa Health Care, shares more about these common ankle injuries.
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Family immunizations

Vaccines save millions of lives each year. Two infectious diseases physicians discuss the key role they should play for the loved ones in your family.
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9 things patients should know about sleep trends

People pursue quality sleep in many ways, yet a variety of factors may be getting in the way of that much-needed slumber.

What to know about conditions and diseases

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Strep throat

What is causing that sore throat? It could be strep, and it needs to be treated the right way. Two Ochsner Health physicians share more about strep throat.
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Hand, foot and mouth disease

This contagious infection, more common in kids, is uncomfortable for everyone. Terry Yen, MD, of Texas Children’s Urgent Care, shares more.
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Contagious norovirus

Often wrongly called the “stomach flu,” norovirus sickens tens of millions of Americans annually. Two physicians explain how to prevent and treat it.
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Iron deficiency

One in three women under 50 is iron deficient. Learn more with the AMA on why that matters for your health and how to address it.

What to know for a healthy lifestyle

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AI in health (PDF)

Get tips on how augmented intelligence (AI) for health information can help, what it can’t do and how to stay safe.
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The impact of caffeine

Caffeine can be part of a healthy diet for most people, but too much may pose a danger to your health. Four physicians share what to keep in mind.
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High cholesterol

Sorting through the good, the bad and the ugly about high cholesterol can be confusing. Two physicians set out to explain what to keep in mind.
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Sodium consumption

Sodium isn’t just lurking in heavily salted snacks. Two physicians discuss where sodium resides and which choices to make to avoid it in excess.