A head-to-toe check in for your health
Summary
Life Kit reporter Andy Teale shares head-to-toe health tips from experts, including an audiologist, ophthalmologist, and dermatologist. The episode covers preventing noise-induced hearing loss, managing digital eye strain with the 20-20-20 rule, and maintaining proper oral hygiene. It also offers advice on selecting and replacing footwear to support foot biomechanics, as well as best practices for bathing and skincare to protect your skin barrier.
Topics discussed
Intro: Treating your body as a partner
Sponsors and show introduction
Hearing health: Signs of noise-induced loss
Protecting ears: Decibels and volume limits
Eye health: Debunking blue light myths
Digital eye strain and the 20-20-20 rule
Preventing nearsightedness with outdoor time
Dental health: Brushing and flossing tips
Foot care: The importance of good footwear
Shoe fit, replacement, and toe room
Foot strengthening and exercise
Bathing order: Top to bottom technique
Water temperature and skin barrier health
Cleaning loofahs and washcloths
Episode summary and key takeaways
Credits and closing sponsors
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