I’m always looking for new, non-invasive ways to test my patients for serious illnesses. And lately, I’ve really hit the jackpot. Yesterday I told you about two new prostate cancer screenings [...]
Category: Reality Health Check
Two new tests that could save your prostate–and your life
As you know, I still believe strongly in the PSA test. That said, there’s no denying that this screening tool has contributed to the overdiagnosis and overtreatment problems running rampant in [...]
The FDA blunder that’s killing 17,000 Americans a year
Acetaminophen is a deadly drug. But it’s also a household name. You’ll find it in practically every medicine cabinet in the country—hiding on the ingredient labels of powerful prescription [...]
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 [...]
Beat back high blood pressure with good bacteria
I never thought I’d be tipping my hat to the American Heart Association in a conversation about blood pressure control. But there’s a first time for everything. And the latest study to appear in [...]
A tasty way to cut your toxic burden in half
These days, the word “detox” is on the tip of everyone’s tongue. (With reports like the one I shared on Monday, it’s no wonder.) And that’s why I’ve devoted a significant amount of time to [...]
Why the FLOTUS’ cooking campaign is doomed to flop
Yesterday got me thinking about how much this country is really doing to protect the health of its kids. Or should I say, how much it’s not doing? Take Michelle Obama’s pet project MyPlate, for [...]
New research exposes the autism cause next door
I love sharing important new studies with you when they pop up. Even—and maybe especially—research on connections that you and I have known about for a long, long time. (But that, for some [...]