Emily Oster
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How to Improve Your Immunity With Young Kids
Can sleep, vitamin C, or supplements actually improve your immunity? A data-driven look at what works for parents constantly exposed to sick kids.
What's the deal with gluten?
This week, Emily and Perry explore gluten, the protein responsible for everything that makes bread, bagels, pasta, and all of their other favorite foods chewy and delicious.
What's the deal with the sun?
This week, Emily and Perry discuss the Sun. Sure, it’s necessary for life on earth and occupies over 99% of our solar system’s mass, but seriously, what’s its deal?
Community Focus: Get ready for back to school
Dr. Emily Oster with Brown University joins Kim Kalunian to discuss how to get ready for back-to-school season. Stay in the know with WPRI 12 News.
Everyone Is Talking About Male Testosterone
Do low testosterone symptoms worsen with age? Evidence on normal testosterone levels by age, whether decline is real, and what supplementation actually does.
What's the deal with alcohol?
This week, Emily and Perry raise a glass to alcohol: the cause of, and solution to, all of life's problems. How does it actually affect our brains?
Are Peanut Allergies Going Away?
Peanut allergy rates in U. S. children dropped 35% after early allergen introduction guidelines changed in 2015. Here’s what the data shows and why it matters.
What's the deal with pregnancy brain? (feat. Allison Williams)
This week, Emily and Perry are joined by actress Allison Williams to discuss all things pregnancy brain. Are the fog and forgetfulness due to actual brain shrinkage?
What “Trimester Zero” Should Teach Us Instead
Trimester Zero promises fertility optimization, but most of it is expensive hype. Here’s what pre-conception health actually requires — and what to skip.
What the Data Says About Preschool and Pre-K
Are preschool and pre-K worth it? Learn what the research says, how Montessori, Waldorf, and Reggio compare, and how to choose the right preschool for your child.