Diabetes has become an epidemic in this country. And I’m always looking for ways to help stop this devastating disease. Recently, a new study reinforced something I’ve been saying for years: [...]
Category: Reality Health Check
Beware this dangerous, stroke-inducing drug combo
I spent a good portion of my medical residency taking people off of unnecessary medications — and it’s still a primary focus in my practice to this day. So I’ll never understand why mainstream [...]
New research uncovers promising, drug-free psoriasis treatment
It’s no surprise that changing your diet can change your body. And yet, the scientific community continues to pour money into studies to observe what we already know. For instance, a new [...]
If your gut isn’t healthy, neither are you
The number of bacteria living in your intestines actually exceeds the number of cells in your body. So it’s important to keep them healthy. That might give you the creepy crawlies, but I assure [...]
Avoid going under the knife for this common painful problem
There’s no question that gallstones hurt. For many, the pain seems to suddenly attack, and can stick around for anywhere from one to four hours. Oftentimes, these attacks send people rushing to [...]
“Controversial” therapy reverses type 2 diabetes in men
I wish I knew why mainstream medicine hates testosterone replacement therapy so much. The fact is, testosterone therapy is one of the most beneficial treatments I use in my practice. Period. And [...]
Common chemicals may increase your risk of this debilitating disease
I have a cousin with multiple sclerosis (MS), so I’m always on the lookout for research on this topic. Unfortunately, many of the risk factors for MS can’t be controlled. Which is why it’s [...]
The hidden hazards of Big Pharma’s “breakthrough” therapies
The first time I remember hearing about the Breakthrough Therapy designation was during the height of the AIDS epidemic. The Breakthrough Therapy designation was created by the US Food and Drug [...]
The flu may increase your risk of developing THIS dreaded disease
Flu season is just around the corner, and supporting your immune system won’t just reduce your risk of catching the virus — it can also prevent you from developing a devastating disease that robs [...]
Lower your glycemic index with THIS unsung carbohydrate
When it comes to nutritional science, I’m often annoyed by the amount of time and money that’s wasted on clinical studies. How many times do we really need to perform the same kind of study? [...]