It’s easy to think of yourself as invincible when you’re younger — especially when it comes to your health. But the very real fact is that today’s daily habits and behaviors determine [...]
Category: Reality Health Check
The deep-sea solution to soaring blood pressure
It really is an exciting time in the field of complementary medicine. For one thing, we’re finally armed with the kind of hard scientific evidence the medical establishment never thought we would [...]
Cutting-edge research uncovers the hidden culprit behind stubborn, aching joints
Carrying excess pounds can put incredible strain on your joints. Particularly if they’ve already suffered decades of everyday wear and tear. Of course, you already know that. But here’s something [...]
Beware the latest “solution” to statins’ most common side effect
Remember earlier this week when I slammed statins as a potential factor behind the catastrophic rise in liver cancer death rates? Well, it may be a while before the powers-that-be “discover” that [...]
The common chemical that could wipe out the human race
I came across a fascinating — and, quite frankly, terrifying — new study recently. It may seem a little off-topic for the Reality Health Check. But I assure you, the implications are [...]
Three critical truths behind those liver cancer lies
Yesterday, I told you how liver cancer mortality rates are on the rise in the U.S. — despite drops in death rates from every other common cancer (including breast, lung, and prostate [...]
A new killer is on the rise — and the reports are full of lies
I have some good news…and some bad news. The National Cancer Institute (NCI) recently published their Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer. And the good news is, death rates [...]
The brain-boosting secret to making old memories new again
From time to time, I’m compelled to take a break from business as usual to share some of the inspiring feedback I get from my amazing readers and customers. And today is going to be one of those [...]
How the British are winning the battle against Big Food
I did a year of medical training in London. Maybe that’s why I have such a soft spot for the English. But the truth is, I do admire their government’s approach to public health — most of [...]
The hidden cause of your allergies — and how to cure them for good
A very interesting study came out recently. One that confirmed something I have been writing about for years. Namely, the pivotal role that fungal infections play in triggering asthma and [...]