If it seems like I mention probiotics a lot, that’s because I do. Intestinal florae are amazing little creatures that do so many incredible things for your body. And that’s why I feel the need to [...]
Category: Reality Health Check
And the winner of the “diet wars” is…
There’s a new review making the rounds. And its conclusion, in a nutshell, is that no single dietary strategy is healthier than another. The author calls the very idea “utter nonsense.” My first [...]
One simple, delicious way to make weight loss a breeze
There’s a reason I recommend whey protein to dieters. It’s because whey really works. Whether it’s in place of a meal or after a workout, a well-timed shake can help to ward off cravings and keep [...]
California takes a revolutionary shot against sugar
I may be a proud New Yorker. But I love California. Sure, it’s the land of hippies and outrageous politics. But I adore the warm weather and palm trees. And its residents are some of the most [...]
An urgent warning for NSAID users everywhere
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like naproxen and ibuprofen are easily some of the best selling medications on the market today. And many, many people pop these over-the-counter [...]
What you really need to know about the recent vitamin D debacle
Well, it’s Memorial Day. The unofficial start of summer. Which makes it the perfect time to share this latest piece of news—even if it is incredibly frustrating. A new umbrella review of vitamin [...]
Your cheat sheet for permanent sugar-free success
Congratulations! You conquered the Fed Up Sugar Challenge. I hope you’ve witnessed firsthand that even the most die-hard sweet tooth can get by WITHOUT SUGAR. And as we talked about this week, [...]
And the only sweetener you’ll find in my kitchen is…
On Tuesday, I told you about a few artificial sweeteners that Americans have been fooled into believing are “healthy” sugar substitutes. Obviously, they’re not. And more and more people are [...]
The sickly sweet truth about 3 popular sugar substitutes
By now, you’re well aware that refined sugar and high fructose corn syrup are notorious hazards to your health. And they were the first things to go when you started the Fed Up Challenge last [...]
The second week of the rest of your sugar-free life
You did it! If you were as sugar addicted as most Americans, it was probably a tough weekend. Sugar is everywhere! You can’t escape it. It’s in every office, at every social gathering. But this [...]