140 episodes

Welcome to a show based in Sparta, Wisconsin that focuses on living a healthy lifestyle. The hope is by sharing various strategies and behaviors across a whole host of health topics the listener can be happier, healthier and make more informed choices when making medical decisions. A disclaimer, I'm providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any disease and therapy before trying anything you discover from a source on the internet (including this podcast)

Driftless HealthCast Christopher Tookey

    • Health & Fitness
    • 5.0 • 25 Ratings

Welcome to a show based in Sparta, Wisconsin that focuses on living a healthy lifestyle. The hope is by sharing various strategies and behaviors across a whole host of health topics the listener can be happier, healthier and make more informed choices when making medical decisions. A disclaimer, I'm providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any disease and therapy before trying anything you discover from a source on the internet (including this podcast)

    Are You in Shape?

    Are You in Shape?

    In the this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey and Dr. Rose Wolbrink talk about how someone can tell if they are in shape. They discuss a couple different ways someone can find out and the pros and cons of each method 
    We're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any disease and therapy before trying anything you discover from a source on the internet (including this podcast). This podcast does not reflect the opinion of our employer. 

    • 16 min
    Should I Wear Hearing Protection While Mowing the Lawn?

    Should I Wear Hearing Protection While Mowing the Lawn?

    In this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey and Dr. Rose Wolbrink discuss common household activities that could cause hearing damage and how to prevent it. 
    We're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any disease and therapy before trying anything you discover from a source on the internet (including this podcast). This podcast does not reflect the opinion of our employer. 
     

    • 12 min
    What Type of Milk Should You Drink?

    What Type of Milk Should You Drink?

    In the this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey and Dr. Rose Wolbrink review the different types of cow's milk you can buy at the grocery store. Skim, whole or 2%; which one is the right choice for you? 
    We're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any disease and therapy before trying anything you discover from a source on the internet (including this podcast). This podcast does not reflect the opinion of our employer. 

    • 12 min
    Money Savers: Prescription Assistance Programs (Free Medicines)

    Money Savers: Prescription Assistance Programs (Free Medicines)

    In the this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey and Dr. Rose Wolbrink talk about programs that allow patients to recieve their medication for free from pharmaceutical companies. Who is eligible? What medicines are covered? How can someone find out? 
    We're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any disease and therapy before trying anything you discover from a source on the internet (including this podcast). This podcast does not reflect the opinion of our employer. 
    To search plans check out this link: 
    https://www.medicare.gov/plan-compare/#/pharmaceutical-assistance-program?year=2024&lang=en 

    • 8 min
    Perimenopause and Menopause

    Perimenopause and Menopause

    In the this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey and Dr. Rose Wolbrink dive into a topic that many patients are reluctant to bring up at visits with their provider. They talk about symptoms a woman can experience with perimenopause and what to expect when menopause. 
    We're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any disease and therapy before trying anything you discover from a source on the internet (including this podcast). This podcast does not reflect the opinion of our employer. 

    • 18 min
    Phytosterols And Lowering Your Cholesterol

    Phytosterols And Lowering Your Cholesterol

    In the this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey and Dr. Rose Wolbrink talk about a natural compound found in plants that can help lower someones cholesterol. While the best way to get phytosterols is through a diet of healthy fruit and vegetables, there are some new food products fortified with them that are on the market. But do they work? 
    We're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any disease and therapy before trying anything you discover from a source on the internet (including this podcast). This podcast does not reflect the opinion of our employer. 

    • 8 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
25 Ratings

25 Ratings

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The best in my podcast library

Driftless has become my go-to podcast when I have some time. As an old guy who is trying to stay alive and healthy for a few more years, I appreciate how Drs. Wolbrink & Tookey cover legitimate topics of broad interest, and don’t fixate on cosmetic stuff. Though I am pretty health conscious, I have learned something new from every episode. Also, the hosts are easy to listen to. Their voices are clear, and they know what they want to say (unlike so many podcasters who make small talk, giggle, and flirt). I hope that they will keep this podcast going for years, and that I will be around to listen to them.

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