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| Date | Combined Rank | Apple Podcasts |
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| Oct 31 | — | — |
| Oct 22 | — | #195 |
| Oct 21 | #178 | #158 |
| Oct 20 | #180 | #160 |
| Oct 19 | #173 | #154 |
| Oct 18 | #199 | #181 |
Latest episodes
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Seasonal Affective Disorder is real. Here's how to get through it
October 29, 2026 · 17 minAs the days get shorter and temperatures drop, it's common to feel depressed and low on energy. In this episode, tips from the psychiatrist who first studied SAD on how to weather the colder, darker months ahead. This episode originally…
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How to stock your medicine cabinet for cold and flu season
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A head-to-toe check in for your health
September 28, 2026 · 23 minFall is officially here. Why not use this new season as a chance to check in with your health? This episode of Life Kit, medical professionals share advice to help you care for your ears, eyes, teeth, feet and skin. We hope these tips…
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Is IVF actually right for you?
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How to stop fixating on your body in the era of GLP-1s
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Is hormone therapy the cheat code to perimenopause?
August 17, 2026 · 18 minPerimenopause can be overwhelming. Mood swings, insomnia and hot flashes can make you feel like a completely different person. Hormone therapy is one way a lot of women are treating the symptoms. Life Kit’s Marielle Segarra talks with Dr…
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If sex is painful, you have options
August 13, 2026 · 24 minThere are lots of reasons women may experience pain during or after sex. Whether you've just given birth, are experiencing hormonal changes, or are under a lot of stress, you have options to address the pain. In this episode of Life Kit…
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Don't stop exercising just because you're pregnant
August 4, 2026 · 30 minMany people pause physical activity during pregnancy -- but research shows that exercising while pregnant is good for your health and your baby's health. If you're unsure which kinds of exercise are on the table, fear not. Life Kit…
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Free yourself from 'information overload'
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What to do when you're too upset to think straight
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Before you fibermaxx, know these tips
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About the show
Taking care of yourself shouldn't be complicated. We talk to the experts for practical advice to live a long and healthy life, based on science. Updated every time Life Kit posts an episode on health and wellness.Want another life hack? Try Life Kit+. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks an exclusive sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit