5/3 - Dr. Catherine Birndorf, Ashanti, Rolf Benirschke

ASHANTI (Guest Star NBC's "The Biggest Loser")

SINGING SUPERSTAR ASHANTI – It’s one of the most eagerly anticipated events every season – “The Biggest Loser’ makeover episode! First, the remaining six contestants get $1,000 shopping sprees at their favorite stores before heading to the salon to meet celebrity hair stylist Jonathan Antin and begin their makeovers. Then it’s time for amazing reveals and emotional surprise reunions, when the made-over players show off their incredible new looks to loved ones flown in to help them celebrate their big day. Later the contestants and their guests are treated to an unforgettable concert from recording artist Ashanti, who shares her inspirational music. This week’s challenge finds the players climbing Jacob’s Ladder cardio machines while suspended over a pool, with the winner getting a weigh-in related prize. And finally, two contestants fall below the yellow line at weigh-in, leading to a very emotional elimination as another contestant is sent home. Alison Sweeney hosts the series, and trainers Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels also star.

Rolf Benirschke  - San Diego Chargers

Rolf Benirschke was the placekicker for the San Diego Chargers from 1977 until 1987, and set 16 team records. He also received numerous honors: NFL Man of the Year, Comeback Player of the Year, Hero of the Year, etc. During his second season in the NFL, he was struck with an ulcerative colitis, an intestinal illness that required major surgery the following season, and nearly cost him his life. He also contracted Hepatitis C. Instead of giving up, he is a survivor and an inspiration. Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver caused by a hepatitis virus. There are several types of hepatitis infections. The three most common in the U. S. are Hepatitis A,B, and C. Hepatitis A is considered the least threatening since it generally does not lead to liver damage, and 99% of those infected fully recover. Hepatitis B is a serious viral disease that attacks the liver. Approximately 2-10% of adults and 25-80% of children under the age of 5 will not be able to clear the virus in six months and are considered to be chronically infected. Hepatitis C also causes inflammation of the liver, with an estimated 80% of those infected developing chronic hepatitis. Many can develop cirrhosis (scarring of the liver), and some may also develop liver cancer.

Dr. Catherine Birndorf  Anxiety Specialist  “Psych Week”  Discovery Health Airs 9pm (ET/PT)

May 2nd – May 6th -  Work life...home life...mortgage...family...kids...career...What causes you stress or anxiety? And how do you know when it crosses the line from ‘normal’ to all-consuming? One in FOUR Americans meet the criteria for mental illness. “Psych Week’ on Discovery Health is trying to enlighten and inform, and anxiety expert Dr. Catherine Birndorf has tips to reduce the anxiety in our daily lives.