Where to stream Ask the Doctor

Season 1

Ask the Doctor

Season released 16th May, 2017.

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Season 1 Episodes

S01 Episode 1

Obesity

The doctors explore the struggle to manage healthy weight and the factors that lead to overeating. They meet people who have tried different methods to overcome obesity, from diets to exercise and medical support.

29 mins  ·  Tue, 16 May 2017

S01 Episode 2

Diet

The doctors meet with patients to discuss the health concerns with changes to diets and various diagnoses.

28 mins  ·  Tue, 23 May 2017

S01 Episode 3

Sleep

The doctors examine the health benefits of sleep, and also problems that come with with snoring and insomnia. A trip to a sleep clinic provides insights into the assistance available for a number of health concerns.

29 mins  ·  Tue, 30 May 2017

S01 Episode 4

Allergies

Dr Sandro explores what it's like for children who suffer from severe allergies. Plus a world first Australian trial to try and cure peanut allergies.

28 mins  ·  Tue, 6 Jun 2017

S01 Episode 5

Pain

Dr Sandro looks at why pain is one of the most frequent reasons why people go to the doctor, and the research into how pain works.

26 mins  ·  Tue, 13 Jun 2017

S01 Episode 6

Alcohol

Australian culture sanctions the use of alcohol in celebrations large and small, but doctors are beginning to worry about the enormous impact drinking is having on Australians' health.

27 mins  ·  Tue, 20 Jun 2017

S01 Episode 7

Exercise

With more than two thirds of Australians not hitting the doctor-recommended exercise target, Sandro tries out a seven minute workout for busy Aussies; Renee investigates the link between exercise and mental wellbeing.

27 mins  ·  Tue, 27 Jun 2017

S01 Episode 8

Genes

Dr Shalin has a glimpse at his future health by having his genome sequenced. The implications of accessing your entire genetic make-up are discussed, including how health care could be tailor-made based on a person's genes.

29 mins  ·  Tue, 4 Jul 2017

S01 Episode 9

Gut

An exploration of the ways in which health is interconnected with our digestive system. Dr Sandro takes a look at what a gut's contents look like and what role the trillions of microbes living there play for bodily functions.

27 mins  ·  Tue, 11 Jul 2017

S01 Episode 10

Cold and Flu

Dr Sandro reveals the home remedies that work to fight off colds and flu, and those that don't. Dr Shalin discovers the difference between a cold and the flu.

26 mins  ·  Tue, 18 Jul 2017

S01 Episode 11

Senses

Dr Shalin explores the reasons behind the deterioration of hearing with age, while Dr Sandro takes on some myths about eyesight improvement. Dr Renee looks into the link between smell and memory.

27 mins  ·  Tue, 25 Jul 2017

S01 Episode 12

Sex

Dr Shalin investigates Australian cases of male infertility; Dr Sandro educates the facts about sexual diseases; and Dr Renee explores contraception options for women.

28 mins  ·  Tue, 1 Aug 2017