Healthy Looks Great on You

Maintaining Muscle Mass as You Age: Is Muscle Loss Inevitable?

Have you noticed it’s a little harder to get out of a chair… or your car… or maybe open a stubborn jar? You’re not imagining things. Muscle loss—known medically as sarcopenia—can begin as early as your 30s and accelerates with age. But here’s the good news: it’s not inevitable, and it’s certainly not too late to do something about it.

In this episode, we head to mini me...

Is butter really better—or just louder on the internet? In this episode, we break down the truth about saturated fat, unsaturated fat, and why the chemistry of fat matters more than the latest nutrition trend.

You’ll get a quick mini medical-school lesson on how different fats behave in your body, why saturated fats can raise LDL cholesterol, and how unsaturated fats support heart health, lower inflammation, and help you absorb key...

This week I’m joined by physical therapist Dr. Preeti Jha for a surprisingly eye-opening conversation about frozen shoulder—why it happens, why it’s so common in midlife women, and what early warning signs we tend to miss. We dig into the hormonal connection (yes, menopause is a legit risk factor), the stages of frozen shoulder, and the specific movements that can clue you in before things get “stuck.”

We also talk inflammation, li...

The holidays are here, and with them, the temptation to throw your healthy habits out the window. In this episode of Healthy Looks Great on You, Dr. Vickie shows you how to navigate the season without guilt, deprivation, or diet disasters. Building on last week’s discussion about connecting food with how you feel, she shares practical strategies for staying energized, satisfied, and in control—without missing out on the festive fun...

Dr. Vickie’s Black Friday Favorites*

Get ready, friend — this Thanksgiving week I’m serving up a special bonus episode! I’m walking you through my Black Friday shopping list filled with my favorite tools from all six pillars of lifestyle medicine: fitness, nutrition, sleep, social connection, stress management, and minimizing risky substances. These are the products I use, love, and recommend every day inside my own home and with m...

Ever eaten something “innocent” at lunch and spent the entire afternoon feeling foggy, cranky, and ready to gnaw your own arm off? You’re not imagining it—your food choices are talking directly to your mood, energy, and mental clarity.

In this episode, we step into mini-medical school to unpack why certain foods make you feel calm and focused… and why others send you straight onto the blood-sugar rollercoaster. I’ll share my Hallow...

Are carbs bad for you? Not so fast! In this episode of Healthy Looks Great on You, Dr. Vickie clears up the carb confusion once and for all. You’ll find out why carbohydrates aren’t the villains they’ve been made out to be — and how to choose the ones that actually love your body back.

From the history of the U.S. dietary guidelines to the real difference between simple and complex carbs, Dr. Vickie breaks it all down with her sign...

Is healthy eating too expensive? Not anymore! In this episode of Healthy Looks Great on You, Dr. Vickie shows you how to eat healthy on a budget without sacrificing flavor or nutrition.

Discover how to use affordable staples like beans, frozen spinach, sweet potatoes, and canned goods to create quick, satisfying meals for busy weeknights or meal prep. You’ll also learn smart grocery shopping tips, easy meal ideas like budget bowls,...

Remember when you could power through the day without crashing? You can feel that way again! 🌿 In this episode, Dr. Vickie revisits the Six Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine—the science-backed habits that help women over 50 reignite energy, lose belly fat, sleep better, and feel like themselves again.

Forget the fads and quick fixes. You’ll hear real-world strategies for eating smarter, moving more, managing stress, and getting the re...

Have you ever opened your lab results and noticed those scary highlighted numbers next to AST or ALT? It’s enough to make anyone panic. Before you start Googling “liver damage,” join Dr. Vickie for a fun, fact-filled trip to mini medical school.

In this episode of Healthy Looks Great on You, Dr. Vickie explains what liver enzymes really measure, why fatty liver has become the most common liver disease in the world, and—most importa...

Do You Really Need a Liver Detox? The Truth About Cleanses and Liver Health

If your social feed has you convinced you need a liver detox, take a deep breath—and put down the turmeric shot. In this episode of Healthy Looks Great on You, Dr. Vickie explains what your liver actually does, why detox products don’t work, and what does help your liver thrive. You’ll learn how supplements, alcohol, medications, and even trendy wellness fa...

Recent headlines warned pregnant women, “Don’t take Tylenol.” But what does the science really say? In this episode of Healthy Looks Great on You, Dr. Vickie — an obstetrician who delivered 5,000 babies — unpacks the FDA’s statement, the studies on acetaminophen and pregnancy, and the difference between correlation and causation. Learn what the evidence shows (and what it doesn’t), why context matters, and how to balance risks with...

Wondering how to get rid of a cold fast? In this episode of Healthy Looks Great on You, Dr. Vickie breaks down evidence-based remedies that actually work to relieve symptoms. Learn which supplements may help, which ones to skip, and how lifestyle habits like sleep, nutrition, and handwashing protect your immune system. Stay healthy this season with simple, science-backed strategies.

'Tis the Season to be Sneezing

The Ultimate Guide...

Do you think of yourself as someone who just can't sleep? I know you want to sleep better, but I'm not sure you really believe you can. You have all the information you need. You even heard about my sleep course, but you're still worried. That it's not enough to fix you. Well, you're not broken, and I can help.

Sleep matters. You already know that. But do you think you just don't sleep and change isn't possible? I can prove that it...

 Counting sheep does not work, but this does. You likely learned to count before you went to kindergarten. So counting sheep is pretty simple. Your mind can easily flip between 45, 46, 47, and all of a sudden you're thinking about getting laundry detergent at the store tomorrow.

Cognitive switching, or sometimes called cognitive shuffling is a more effective tool to help you put your mind in neutral and drift into dreamland. The id...

Melatonin is one of the most popular over-the-counter sleep aids in the U.S. But, are you using it correctly?

In this episode of Healthy Looks Great on You, Dr. Vickie separates science from hype when it comes to melatonin supplements. She breaks down the difference between what your body naturally produces and what comes in the pill or gummy, and why timing and dosage matter way more than you think. If you're struggling with sleep...

Melatonin is one of the most popular over-the-counter sleep aids in the U.S.

But, are you using it correctly?

In this episode of Healthy Looks Great on You, Dr. Vickie separates science from hype when it comes to melatonin supplements. She breaks down the difference between what your body naturally produces and what comes in the pill or gummy, and why timing and dosage matter way more than you think.

If you're struggling with sleep...

If you’ve ever wondered why you can’t resist “just one more”—one more scroll, one more drink, one more chapter—this episode is for you. 🎧

Dr. Vickie sits down with Dr. Anna Lembke, Stanford psychiatrist and author of Dopamine Nation, to break down how our brain’s dopamine system fuels both pleasure and pain. Dr. Lembke explains the “see-saw” of homeostasis, why modern addictions like screens and social media are so powerful...

How to Sleep Better When You Travel

There’s nothing like the thrill of travel! New sights, new smells, new experiences. But if your sleep doesn’t come with you, your dream vacation can feel like a jet-lagged fog. In this episode of Healthy Looks Great on You, Dr. Vickie explores the science behind why we struggle to sleep away from home (hello, “first night effect”) and what you can do to sleep better while traveling.

From the bra...