If we leave it up to conventional medicine, all memory loss would be attributed to “just getting old.” And as you know, that’s probably my least favorite expression (other than “It’s not on [...]
Category: Nutrition
The pop culture lie that’s poisoning our kids
I don’t know if you follow pop culture as closely as I do. But recently, a certain actress was starring in a movie. And it seems all the critics could talk about was how fat she is. Now, this [...]
The high-fiber myth that’s killing colon cancer patients
I’m sure you’ve noticed that I don’t talk about animal studies very often. It’s a very deliberate decision. After all, it’s a pretty big leap in logic to assume a result you get in mice will [...]
Get 70 percent more nutrition with one simple change
On Tuesday, I explained the difference between “local” and “organic.” And I gave you a few tips on how to make sure you’re really getting the most nutrition for your money when you buy organic [...]
Three simple questions that can make food shopping easier–and healthier
When I warn you about Big Food, I’m not just talking about Coca-Cola, Kellogg’s, or Nabisco. I’m talking about all the food manufacturers out there that slap misleading labels on their products [...]
The lifesaving skill top medical schools aren’t teaching
Last week, I told you about Michelle Obama’s campaign to teach kids how to cook. And I also explained why, despite its good intentions, it’s not likely to change anything. The fact is, our [...]
How to wipe out arthritis pain—and a whole lot more—without a single drug
Enzymes are the catalysts behind every single important event that takes place in your body. Like a finger pushing an intricate line of dominos, these tiny molecules set off the chain of events [...]
The serious side of chocolate
Major benefits that rival today’s top superfoods These days, chocolate is a media darling. It’s almost universally acknowledged as a diet-friendly indulgence, a small bite with benefits, a [...]
A heart “pill” that succeeds where statin drugs fail
Think lycopene’s only good for your prostate? Well this might change your mind… As part of a recent study, Cambridge researchers set out to investigate the heart health benefits of this [...]
Smart diabetes management doesn’t have a “type”
Question: What are your recommendations for Type 1 diabetes? Dr. Fred: I’m really glad you asked. Because so much of the diabetes conversation today focuses on type 2 diabetes. With a particular [...]