I give almost all of my patients a prescription for exercise, just as I would for any other part of their treatment plan. However I’m not naive to the fact that people hate to exercise. In fact, [...]
Category: Reality Health Check
The diet that defeats diabetes
Few things have been debated in the diet arena as much as the “low carb vs. low fat” argument. Of course, if you are one of my avid followers, you know which camp I’m in — and hopefully [...]
How an “all or nothing” diet can backfire
There’s no denying the psychology of eating is a powerful thing. I’ve been researching and writing about it for years. In fact, my book Thin For Good focuses on the “whys” of what we eat. And it [...]
Three simple tips for ringing in a healthy New Year
Holiday celebrations are drawing to a close, but not without one last hurrah. And in my experience, New Year’s eve parties present some of the biggest challenges of all. So today, I thought I’d [...]
New study proves a five-minute test is better than statins
I can’t believe there’s a study that has finally confirmed what I’ve saying for years… There are too many statin prescriptions written! It only took 16 years for the so-called “experts” to come [...]
The hidden danger in being naturally thin
Believe it or not, I have many patients who have never suffered with a weight problem. I personally think they are freaks of nature, but that’s just the former “fat kid” in me who can’t imagine [...]
Simple equation reveals your perfect bedtime
It seems the “early to bed, early to rise” proverb has a new benefit to add to the payback of being “healthy, wealthy and wise.” And that’s a lower BMI. Previous studies have shown that not [...]
100% cotton may not be 100% safe
Earlier this week I told you about the dangers of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) and just how prevalent they are in our daily lives. They’re literally everywhere — in our food [...]
The deadly diabetes hazard lurking inside every home in America
This morning I was speaking with Veronica Atkins, the wife of my mentor, Dr. Robert C. Atkins. We were discussing how the work Dr. Atkins did (and the work I continue to do) was so ahead of its [...]
Is social media fueling the obesity epidemic?
Let’s face it, these days you’re bombarded with pictures of food literally 24/7. Whether it’s through advertisements, social media, or cooking programs, you’re constantly surrounded by “food [...]