Happy Valentine’s Day! Are you looking forward to a box of chocolate, sparkling champagne, or other sweet indulgences? Well, I certainly won’t get on you for enjoying an occasional treat. But if [...]
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Cognition predicted by childhood health? (WOW!)
We have known for a while now that fit and strong children have better health outcomes later in life. We also know that regular physical activity in adulthood translates to improved cognition—and [...]
Powerful veggie improves brain function and mood
This won’t be the first time I tell you to eat your vegetables—especially cruciferous ones, like kale, cauliflower, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts. And it certainly won’t be the last. [...]
All-star supplement SHIELDS against cognitive decline
The brain is so complex… and modern medicine still knows so little. That’s why I’m always excited to see research into the potential influence of nutritional supplementation, diet, [...]
Poisonous substance LACKING legal restrictions?
I do some of my best thinking on the train in NYC. And I was recently pondering how the current administration is considering lowering nicotine levels in cigarettes. Sure, it’s a good [...]
This liver disease is DEADLY in more ways than one
About one in four adults worldwide suffer from non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). It occurs when excess amounts of fat are deposited in the liver. And it’s an increasingly alarming [...]
A unique COVID experience [an inside look]
I was recently sitting in my office wondering why I haven’t yet seen any long-COVID cases among my patients. (It wouldn’t be unusual—I tend to get all the tougher ailments as conventional [...]
When “hanger” strikes (the SURPRISING effect!)
Do you ever feel “hangry?” Has anyone ever accused you of making it up as an excuse for poor behavior? Well, science reveals this phenomenon is REAL—and it could strike daily. Plus, [...]
Beware of this USELESS food classification system
I often write about the dangers that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) pose to our health. Research shows a diet high in UPFs leads straight to obesity, diabetes, and more. Not to mention, these [...]
Blue light: More and more DANGEROUS
I often talk about how blue light is a major sleep disruptor. This is the light emitted from your television, computer, tablet, phone… basically, all of the electronic devises many of us are [...]