Sinopsis
AN APPLE A DAY is not only a podcast but also a resource and a community. It's a place to share your experiencesand learn from others as we overcome barriers and learn to live a happy and healthy life with a disability.
Episodios
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How Do You Treat A Person W/a Disability?
09/09/2023 Duración: 16minIs there a special way to treat a person with a disability? Are people with disabilities just an inconvenience to society?......Learn how to not let anyone define you by your disability!!!....This is a must listen to episode! Websites from this episode: Guilbault Girls Podcast: guilbaultgirlsshow.buzzsprout.com youtube.com/c/GuilbaultGirls
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They, Them or You?
29/08/2023 Duración: 21minThey say I'm a diabetic now....Oh Great, now they say I'm at risk for clots in my lungs....I can't believe they tell me they have to amputate my foot....Do you believe they think I should go on a diet and quit smoking at they same time? What is wrong with them?.....Is it They? Them? Or YOU? Websites from this episode: Living With A Disability: www.famousapple.com/group An Apple A Day Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat
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Fritter #85 What Is Bipolar Disorder?
22/08/2023 Duración: 17minBipolar disorder (formerly known as manic-depressive illness or manic depression) is a lifelong mood disorder and mental health condition that causes intense shifts in mood, energy levels, thinking patterns and behavior. These shifts can last for hours, days, weeks or months and interrupt your ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.... Websites from this episode: Research & Information: www.clevelandclinic.org Living With A Disability: www.famousapple.com/group An Apple A Day Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat
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Fritter #84 What Is Depression
16/08/2023 Duración: 15minDepression is a common mental health condition that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and changes in how you think, sleep, eat and act. There are several different types. Depression is treatable — usually with talk therapy, medication or both. Seeking medical help as soon as you have symptoms is essential...... Websites in this episode: Research and Information: www.clevelandclinic.org Living With A Disability: www.famousapple.com/group An Apple A Day Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat
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Fritter #83 What is the A1C Test?
09/08/2023 Duración: 20minAn A1C test measures the average amount of sugar in your blood over the past few months. Healthcare providers use it to help diagnose prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes and to monitor how well your diabetes treatment plan is working.
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Fritter #82 Reminders for People With Disabilities
04/08/2023 Duración: 14minJimmy discusses a list of suggestions for people newly diagnosed with a disability. This list also works as a reminders for others. This list was compiled by speaking with medical professionals as well[ as people with disabilities, Websites from this episode: Living With A Disability: www.famousapple.com An Apple A Day Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat
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Fritter #81 What Is Insulin Resistance?
02/08/2023 Duración: 19minInsulin resistance is a complex condition in which your body does not respond as it should to insulin, a hormone your pancreas makes that’s essential for regulating blood sugar levels. Several genetic and lifestyle factors can contribute to insulin resistance. Websites from this episode: Research and information: www.clevelandclinic.org Living With A Disability: www.famousapple.com/group An Apple A Say Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat
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Disability Pride W/Kristy Taylor
01/08/2023 Duración: 50minJimmy welcomes back, on the podcast, disability advocate Kristy Taylor. People with disabilities are the most diverse and discriminated against minority in the world. This, along with a petition to get a disability pride parade in Las Vegas, Nevada are topics discussed in this episode. Websites from this episode: Ataxia Awareness/Las Vegas: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2090650814550409 Living With A Disability: www.famousapple.com/group An Apple A Day Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat KRISTY TAYLOR
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Fritter #80 What Is Prediabetes
27/07/2023 Duración: 15minHave you, or someone your close to, be told you are "Prediabetic"? Then told to go home and watch what you eat, limit your sugar intake, cut out snacks and so on and come back in a month for another blood test?....HUH??? It kind of leaves you scratching your head, doesn't it? Today, Jimmy is discussing Prediabetes..... Prediabetes means you have higher than normal It doesn’t always have symptoms, so it’s important to get blood sugar levels tested, especially if you’re at high risk. Losing weight, exercising regularly and eating healthy can reverse prediabetes and prevent Type 2 diabetes..... Websites from this episode: Research and Information: www.clevelandclinic.org Living With A Disability: www.famousapple.com/group An Apple A Day Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat
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Fritter #79 Beware Of Heatstroke!
21/07/2023 Duración: 14minHeatstroke is a life-threatening condition that happens when your body temperature rises above 104 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius). It’s usually the result of overexertion in hot, humid conditions. Symptoms can include confusion, seizures or loss of consciousness. Untreated, heatstroke can lead to..... Websites from this episode: Research and Information: www.clevelandclinic.org Living With A Disability: www,famousapple.com/group An Apple A Day Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat
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Addressing Accessible Parking Abuse
18/07/2023 Duración: 46minJimmy Talks with Mack Marsh, Project Director and CEO of PARKING MOBILITY. The company was founded and is operated by the disability community. Parking Mobility is a nonprofit community education and enforcement program designed to efficiently address accessible parking abuse in your community. As persons with disabilities, they fully appreciate the importance and the impact accessible parking has in health and safety. Their mission is to improve awareness in order to enhance access to every day life. Mack Marsh Websites from this episode: Parking Mobility: www.parkingmobility.com Living With A Disability: www.famousapple.com/group An Apple A Day Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat
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Social Security Disability Revealed!
11/07/2023 Duración: 01h19minJimmy speaks with author, attorney, Spencer Bishins about his book. 'Social Security REVEALED: why it's so hard to access benefits and what you can do about it.' In this episode, Spencer takes on listener's questions about Social Security Disability from applying to benefits. He also gives two listeners free copies of the audio version of his book. We also discuss whether gender identity is considered a disability and much more. You don't want to miss this episode! Who is Spencer Bishins? Spencer Bishins has a master’s degree from the London School of Economics, and a law degree from Florida State University. After law school, he worked in the private sector for two years prior to joining the Social Security Administration (SSA) in 2010. He worked at the Appeals Council for almost four years, reviewing thousands of disability decisions for compliance with SSA’s complex rules and procedures. He then worked at the hearing level for seven years, where he drafted almost 2,000 decisions for SSA Administrative La
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Fritter #78 Protein- Can You Eat Too Much?
28/06/2023 Duración: 11minProtein is good for you, right? But is too much protein harmful to you? Listen to this episode of An Apple A Day's THE FRITTER to find out the answer! Websites in this episode: Research and Information: www.clevelandclinic.org Living With A Disability: www.famousapple.com/group An Apple A Day Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat Jimmy@famousapple.com
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Fritter #77 Dietitian vs Nutritionist
23/06/2023 Duración: 11minJimmy discusses the differences between a dietitian and a nutritionist. Which is more likely to be covered by your health insurance? Which requires more formal education? These and many more questions are answered in this episode of An Apple Fritter! Websites in this episode: Research & Information: www.clevelandclinic.org Living With A Disability: www.famousapple.com/group An Apple A Day Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat Questions for Spencer Bishins and a chance to receive a FREE COPY of his Audio Book "SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY REVEALED" E-Mail Jimmy at: jimmy@famousapple.com
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Fritter #76 Bragging Is A Good Thing!
20/06/2023 Duración: 06minHey! Stop complaining about the things you can't do and start bragging about the things you can! Your future is as bright as you allow it to be! Websites in episode: Living With A Disability: www.famousaple.com/group An Apple A Day Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat
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Is The Covid19 Pandemic Over?
16/06/2023 Duración: 27minIn May, 2023, U.S. President Joe Biden Said "The Covid19 Pandemic is OVER!" Who do you trust to give you this information? A Politician or a Scientist? Joe Biden might be a nice guy to some people, but to others he's a stumbling, mumbling politician. Most people, I would think, would trust a scientist over a politician in this matter. If you are like most, you will find this episode very interesting! Websites from this episode: Research and Information: www.clevelandclinic.org Living With A Disability: www.famousapple.com/group Apple A Day Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat
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Fritter #75 Sleep Away The Pain W/O Drugs!
11/06/2023 Duración: 11minDoes your when you get out of bed in the morning? Or maybe your or a shoulder starts the day creaky? If so, this might be why: You’re overworking muscles when they should be off the clock. Awkward sleeping positions can put stress and strain on your body as you’re catching ZZZs, leading to pain when you should be rising and shining. Here are some wonderful tips to help you wake up rested and virtually pain free! Websites from this episode: Information and research: www.clevelandclinic.org Living With A Disability: www.famousapple.com/group An Apple A Day Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat
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Chanda Hinton: A person w/a disability and a Super Advocate for the Disability Community
08/06/2023 Duración: 43minChanda Hinton is the Executive Director of the Chanda Center for Health and Chanda Plan Foundation, which provides access to holistic, collaborative, and disability competent healthcare programs to individuals with physical disabilities. She landed in this role, based on personal experience as a woman living with a spinal cord injury, by choosing to see barriers as opportunities, ask questions, and push for change. When she hears the words, “no we can’t do that,” she finds it as an invitation for all of us to ask why? You're not going to want to miss this conversation with Chanda and Jimmy! Websites from this episode: Chanda Center For Health: www.chandacenter.org/who-we-are Facebook: www.facebook.com/chandaplan Instagram: @chandaplanfoundation Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/chandaplanfoundation Chanda Hinton
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Fritter #74 What Is Your Gender Today?
25/05/2023 Duración: 20minToday, Jimmy talks about the fast evolving culture of transsgenderism and gives you a guide to help understand some of the terminology being thrown about...Plus, did you know, transgender people are afforded protections under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, yet, they claim Transgenderism is not a disease or a disability???? This is a very informative episode!!! Websites in this episode: Research & Information: www.clevelandclinic.org Living With A Disability: www.famousapple.com/group An Apple A Day Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat Be A guest on An Apple A Day! E-Mail Jimmy At: jimmy@famousapple.com
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Fritter #73 Nail Biting The Same As Smoking??
18/05/2023 Duración: 09minFor 20% to 30% (or more) of Americans, nail biting is a behavior they can’t stop on their own! In fact, healthcare providers classify chronic nail biting as a type of obsessive-compulsive disorder or a body-focused repetitive behavior. In other words, some people are addicted to biting their nails and cannot break this habit without professional help. Websites in this episode: Research and Information: www.clevelandclinic.org Living With A Disability: www.famousapple.com/group An Apple A Day Chat: www.famousapple.com/applechat