The American Heart Association (AHA) has been dispensing questionable advice for far too long, yet they continuously expect their public health initiatives to be a true success. And this latest [...]
Category: Heart Disease
A huge new heart study keeps fish oil in the spotlight
It’s only a matter of time before the tide turns against fish oil once again. And what else would you expect? We’re talking about a powerful, natural solution for many health problems, with an [...]
These drinks are deadly—drink water instead
As you might imagine, I don’t have too many patients who drink soda. In fact, most of them drink nothing but water—sometimes coffee and tea, too. So I feel certain that my message has been [...]
The “doctor-recommended” therapy killing thousands of heart patients every year
Here’s a better, SAFER way to ward off heart disease It’s rare when the American Heart Association (AHA) comes out with guidance that doesn’t make me roll my eyes. But yes, occasionally, it does [...]
Sleep loss opens the door to an early death
Heart disease may be losing ground to cancer as America’s top killer. But don’t think for a second that this makes it any less lethal. By the numbers, heart disease is still the country’s leading [...]
In wealthy countries, cancer is the new heart disease
I recently came across some information that was a bit shocking. And while I certainly have my own theory about it, I thought it was worth discussing today. While cardiovascular disease (CVD) is [...]
The Mediterranean-style “cure” for chronic kidney disease
Your kidneys are your body’s built-in “filtration” system—so I’m guessing I don’t need to explain their importance. Or why chronic kidney disease is such a serious problem. But I will point out [...]
Common, over-the-counter pain pills may send arthritis sufferers to an early grave
Today’s topic might shock you—I know it definitely shocked me. But not because it’s surprising in the least. We’ve actually known for a while now that nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs [...]
Bad genes may not kill you—but bad choices will
If there’s one misconception that threatens to undermine the message I’ve worked my entire career to drive home, it’s that genes are the main culprits behind chronic disease and early death. [...]
Too much sleep could double your heart attack risk
I’m always urging you to give sleep the same priority as diet and exercise. Because when it comes down to it, nothing you’re doing to stay healthy is going to matter if you’re not getting the [...]
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