Earlier this week I touched on the importance of a good night’s sleep — a recurring theme around here, since good sleep is the foundation of good health. Well, as any woman who is approaching or [...]
Category: Reality Health Check
New research reveals another deadly side effect of antidepressants
I’ve been writing a lot recently about the importance of getting a good night’s sleep, and the incredible benefits it has for your health overall. In fact, just a few weeks ago I released [...]
The not-so-sweet truth about who’s really setting healthcare policy in the U.S.
There’s a message that’s at the heart of much of what I share with you, and it’s not one that wins me many friends. In fact, it’s caused me to be labeled a conspiracy theorist (or just plain [...]
The dangerous pain pills that don’t even work
Earlier this week I warned about the dangers of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). These medications, which millions of Americans pop like candy, aren’t nearly as safe as we’ve been [...]
The popular OTC medication that could land you in the ER
Last week I told you about a misleading study that would have you believe all herbs and supplements are unsafe. The paper made a big splash in the mainstream media, which scooped it up and ran [...]
The asthma/cavity connection your dentist won’t warn you about
This week I told you about a new study that shows vitamin D dramatically cuts the number of serious asthma attacks, even at low doses. I’ve known for years that vitamin D is essential for asthma [...]
Supplements cause liver damage? Not so fast …
I need to be straight with you. There are days when fighting this fight gets exhausting. I get tired. And I also get angry. But I keep on pushing forward, because I know how important it is that [...]
Vitamin D is a breath of fresh air for asthma sufferers
For years I’ve been singing the praises of vitamin D. And it’s earned a permanent spot on my “Desert Island” supplement list. With good reason. The research just keeps backing up its health [...]
Beat holiday weight gain with this ancient herb
Yesterday I told you about how to recover from one type of holiday indulgence — alcohol. But that’s not the only thing we tend to go overboard with during December. Food (especially sugar- and [...]
The easiest way to undo the damage of too much holiday “cheer”
You can trust me to shine a light on the nutritional bogeymen that most doctors warn you about — and to show you they’re not really that scary at all. I’ve done it with caffeine, butter, eggs, [...]