The Wellness Files with Kari Beal

Did you know that around 80% of women experience baby blues after giving birth? Many others experience postpartum depression. Host Kari Beal speaks with Prisma Health reproductive psychiatrist Dr. Neha Hudepohl about why so many mothers struggle, how common perinatal mental health conditions are, the difference between baby blues and postpartum depression, and what real support looks like at home and in health care. We hear from three patients about baby blues and postpartum

In this gripping episode of The Wellness Files, host Kari Beal sits down with Connor Shaw, a former NFL quarterback and USC Gamecocks star, who suddenly collapsed at his son’s football game. We hear from the first responder, Caleb Carter, who performed five minutes of life-saving CPR, and Dr. Jonathan Kim of Emory Healthcare, who is helping diagnose the cause of sudden cardiac arrest.[1:10] Collapse — Connor Shaw recounts collapsing while coaching his son’s

Amid a measles outbreak in South Carolina, host Kari Beal explores the profound impacts of measles, rubella and the MMR vaccine through the powerful personal stories of three families. Hear from Christine Castle, whose sister was born with congenital rubella syndrome; Emmy Herman, whose sister suffered permanent brain damage from measles encephalitis; and Deirdre Downs, whose daughter developed a rare, life-threatening side effect (ITP) after the MMR vaccine. This episode

This episode of The Wellness Files features an in-depth discussion with Dr. Tim Osbon on ketamine therapy for depression and chronic pain. Drawing from his experience as an ER doctor and founder of a ketamine infusion center, Dr. Osbon explains how ketamine works, its safety in a clinical setting, and the treatment protocols. The podcast includes powerful testimonials from patients who have found relief from long-term depression and debilitating chronic pain with ketamine. The

We explore regenerative agriculture, a new kind of farming where science meets sustainability and the land begins to heal itself. We'll visit Clemson University's Restoration Agriculture Farm with manager Coleman Scroggs to see its innovative practices firsthand. Then, hear from Roddy Pick of Kingbird Pastures on his journey to cultivate healthier produce. Plus, geomorphologist David Montgomery reveals surprising research on how regenerative practices could mean more mineral

This episode explores the profound connection between mental health and physical recovery from sports injuries. Dr. Logan Hartnell discusses how an athlete's mental state can significantly impact their healing process, the challenges of identity loss due to injury, and the importance of social support. The podcast also features insights from Clemson football players Tristan Smith and Champ Thompson, who share their personal experiences with injury and recovery.Show

This podcast explores groundbreaking research on Alzheimer's disease, covering promising new treatments like the Benfotiamine clinical trial, immunotherapy, and current FDA-approved medications. It also highlights the critical role of lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, stress management, and social connection in improving cognitive function and potentially slowing the disease's progression. [01:14.840 --> 01:29.560] Introducing Kirsten Porter StranskyHost introduces