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All over the world, there are people who are living extraordinary lives, full of happiness and health – and with hardly any heart disease, cancer or diabetes. Dr. Sanjay Gupta has been on a decades-long mission to understand how they do it, and how we can all learn from them. Scientists now believe we can even reverse the symptoms of Alzheimer’s dementia, and in fact grow sharper and more resilient as we age. Sanjay is a dad – of three teenage daughters, he is a doctor - who operates on the brain, and he is a reporter with more than two decades of experience - who travels the earth to uncover and bring you the secrets of the happiest and healthiest people on the planet – so that you too, can Chase Life.
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An FDA panel has recommended allowing compounding pharmacies to make six unapproved peptides. Dr. Sanjay Gupta and CNN Health's John Bonifield discuss their popularity, safety concerns and what comes next. This episode was produced by Madeleine Thompson Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks with Dr. Paul Hoff, an Ear, Nose and Throat specialist (otolaryngologist) at the University of Michigan, about why sleep apnea is often missed, how it can harm the body and mind, and the latest treatment options. This episode was produced by Madeleine Thompson and Andrea Kane. Video production: Bob Nebel and Jasmine Brooks. Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Dan Bloom Techical Director: Dan Dzula Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Climate change and land use are helping ticks spread into new areas, bringing serious diseases, including one that can trigger an allergy to red meat and dairy. Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains how to protect yourself, while Meg Tirrell reports from one tick hotspot. This episode was produced by Leying Tang, Madeleine Thompson, and Andrea Kane. Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A source says shredded lettuce may be the potential culprit in the cyclosporiasis outbreak centered in the Midwest. Food safety expert Dr. Jennifer McEntire explains how cyclospora spreads and why undiagnosed infections may be much higher. This episode was produced by Jennifer Lai with assistance from Sofia Sanchez and Andrea Kane. Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It can be stressful making sure we get enough sleep, especially as we age. But the good news is there’s no rule that a full night's rest means being deeply unconscious for eight hours straight. Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers listeners’ questions about whether to be worried about sleep habits, with help from internist Dr. Brienne Miner. This episode was produced by Madeleine Thompson Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Once defending goals in Major League Soccer, Dr. Marshall Leonard now defends lives as a physician. Today, he shares the wisdom that carried him through life transitions. Plus, the time he faced Brazilian soccer legend, Ronaldinho. This episode was produced by Sofia Sanchez. Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
When Lionel Messi and fellow stars of the FIFA World Cup enter "the zone," what's happening in their brains? Today, neuroscientist Dr. Rui Costa tells Sanjay how you can think like a top athlete and find your own "flow state." This episode was produced by Sofía Sanchez. Medical writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We all know we should brush and floss our teeth. But the reason goes beyond a sparkling smile and keeping bad breath at bay. The mouth is a critical and often overlooked organ when it comes to improving overall health. Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down with Dr. Kami Hoss, author of “If Your Mouth Could Talk,” to discuss the importance of oral health and the brushing routine he recommends for morning and night. For more on Dr. Hoss’ oral care recommendations, check out his e-book: https://supermouthcdn.blob.core.windows.net/website/The_Oral_Care_Revolution.pdf -- Editors’ Note: This episode originally aired in January of 2026 and was assembled from two interviews (one host-led and one producer-led) that took place on separate occasions. Our show was produced by Sofia Sanchez. Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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All over the world, there are people who are living extraordinary lives, full of happiness and health – and with hardly any heart disease, cancer or diabetes. Dr. Sanjay Gupta has been on a decades-long mission to understand how they do it, and how we can all learn from them. Scientists now believe we can even reverse the symptoms of Alzheimer’s dementia, and in fact grow sharper and more resilient as we age. Sanjay is a dad – of three teenage daughters, he is a doctor - who operates on the brain, and he is a reporter with more than two decades of experience - who travels the earth to uncover and bring you the secrets of the happiest and healthiest people on the planet – so that you too, can Chase Life.
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