I write pretty often about cannabidiol (CBD)—and there’s a good reason for it. As you know, this substance has changed the way I practice medicine. And it’s now one of my top recommendations for [...]
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Research links this American-diet staple to early death
I never thought I would see this day come. And I’m absolutely giddy with delight. Because at long last, the word is out: White bread kills. Can I get a hallelujah!? Of course, as a reader of [...]
This five-cent supplement may save your life—and your wallet
Vitamin D is the gift that keeps on giving. Unfortunately, way too many people remain deficient—in part because most mainstream doctors don’t know any better. But I’m hopeful that maybe [...]
“All work and no workout” is hazardous to your health
Since we’ve been talking about the many health benefits of simply moving every single day, allow me to add yet another important caveat to that conversation. New research shows that [...]
One in every 14 deaths is attributed to this common “disease”
After yesterday’s discussion about the benefits of a brisk walk, I thought I’d spend some time today on an equally important message: Walking at any pace—heck, doing anything at [...]
Women: Don’t let stress dig you an early grave
I warn my patients about the hazards of stress all the time. The fact is, if you don’t deal with the stress in your life, it can (and will) kill you. And, unfortunately, that’s especially true [...]
The secret to refueling a failing heart
After decades defending the positives of ketones in the blood (and on the breath), I’m pleased to report that modern American medicine may finally be catching up. (Instead of trying to shut me [...]
The twice-weekly secret to a longer, healthier life
It’s surprising to me that so many of the simplest pieces of nutritional wisdom—the very same truths our parents and grandparents lived by—cause such shock and awe among the modern medical [...]
Combat chronic sinusitis and banish brain fog
If you’re a longtime allergy sufferer, you’re all too aware how rough springtime can be on your sinuses. But what you may not be as aware of is how hard it is on your brain, too… Inflammation [...]
The lethal fallout of the PSA smear campaign
I’ve always been one of the loudest voices out there declaring my disgust at how many men have been overtreated for prostate cancer. But I never once abandoned the idea of routine PSA screening. [...]