How many of you put on sunscreen and think you’re fully protected from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays? Think again. As you know, most conventional sunscreens add yet another toxic threat [...]
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Is yo-yo dieting in our DNA?
I realize that we spend a lot of time discussing weight loss. Ever wonder why? If you’re overweight or obese, shedding pounds is the No. 1 thing you can do to improve your health and longevity. [...]
Does COVID trigger IBS?
Just last week, I warned that long COVID is still a threat. This occurs when COVID symptoms stick around for months, if not years. Of course, reports also suggest that a COVID-19 infection may [...]
Heart disease is preventable—here’s how to avoid it
Guess what’s still the leading cause of death in the United States? Yep, heart disease continues to hold the top spot. But until we recognize that heart disease is preventable, the problem will [...]
The No. 1 diet saboteur you NEVER saw coming
Memories of food can absolutely shape how and what you eat. Just think about it… Your comfort foods—the ones you crave the most—are likely the foods that made childhood a little brighter. And [...]
Flossing: The secret to a sparkling smile—and a healthy heart?
Be honest—do you dread the dentist? Personally, I look forward to it. Maybe it’s because I’ve never had a cavity—or because I love that fresh, clean feeling. Of course, I also love to floss. [...]
Put red meat on the menu this weekend (Recipe included!)
With all of the red meat controversy lately, I thought I’d take the bull by the horns. I’ve said it before—mainstream media headlines can be wildly misleading. And I’ve never wavered on this: Red [...]
Will music replace mind-altering drugs?
I need silence to concentrate—whether I’m working, writing, or even packing a suitcase. It’s essential for me to focus. And I find noise (like music) distracts me. But apparently, I’m in the [...]
Is THIS an important long COVID clue?
I truly hope you—or anyone you know—hasn’t been affected by long COVID. I’ve seen a few cases firsthand. And let me just say, it isn’t pretty. Of course, now that we’re moving past the pandemic, [...]
BEWARE: Poor dietary advice persists
Every five years, we go through the same song and dance… Updating the dietary guidelines for Americans. (This is currently underway for 2025—2030.) And every time, it ends up being pretty [...]