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A Healthier Michigan Podcast

A Healthier Michigan Podcast

Written by: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
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 A Healthier Michigan Podcast is dedicated to navigating how we can improve our health and well-being through small healthy habits we can start implementing today. Every other week, host Chuck Gaidica will sit down with a certified health expert from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to deep dive into topics covering nutrition, fitness and much more.Copyright 2026 A Healthier Michigan Podcast Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • What Oils Should You Be Cooking With and Why?

    What Oils Should You Be Cooking With and Why?
    Feb 19 2026

    Olive oil, avocado oil, canola oil, coconut oil and even the classic vegetable oil. With so many options available, which oils should we be cooking with? On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Registered Dietitian Shanthi Appelö. Together, they discuss the different types of cooking oils, which you should be using and why.

    In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:

    • Healthy ways to cook with oil
    • Calories and fat in oils
    • Smoke point
    • What oils should you have?
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    14 mins
  • Real Solutions to Rising Prescription Drug Costs

    Real Solutions to Rising Prescription Drug Costs
    Feb 13 2026

    Rising drug prices impact premiums and people alike. Hear how Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is putting pharmacy innovations to work to reduce costs and expand access for our members and customers.
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    23 mins
  • How Can Sound Help You Sleep?

    How Can Sound Help You Sleep?
    Feb 5 2026

    Sleep aids are everywhere, and new sleep trends are emerging as sleep becomes a major wellness priority. On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Laura Hatton, Manager of Behavioral Health Parity at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss color noise, how they can help you sleep and the differences between them.

    In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:

    • Different color noises
    • How noise can help you sleep
    • Why different sounds appeal to different people
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    11 mins
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