Here’s something I didn’t know (so I’m guessing you may not know it either): Out of all the randomized clinical trials scientists conduct, you’ll never hear a word about [...]
Category: Reality Health Check
How taking 2,000 extra steps could save your life
I’m always telling you that, if you do nothing else, at least take a walk after dinner every night. I’ve been accused of overstating the value of this ritual before. But the fact of [...]
The truth behind those scary testosterone headlines
Today, I’d like to share the details of a recent study on testosterone therapy that got a lot of attention from the mainstream media. This news caused a great deal of alarm among my [...]
The shocking statistics behind a new childhood epidemic
I talk about childhood health frequently in this space (as I’m sure you’ve noticed). Not because kids are avid readers of mine. (I’m pretty sure they’re not.) But because [...]
One recommendation that Europe got dead wrong
I’m usually pretty complimentary toward my colleagues in Europe. One might even say that I have a tendency to gush. Really, though, I’m just giving credit where it’s due. They [...]
This is what the FDA calls a crackdown???
In case you haven’t heard, antibacterial soap could be on its way off the market. And not a moment too soon, I might add. In fact, if you ask me, this development is way overdue. But then, [...]
The silent syndrome that could be sabotaging your weight loss efforts
Well, it’s that time of year again. The time when everyone resolves to shake off bad habits. Which usually involves losing a little (or a lot) of weight. But it goes without saying that the [...]
Cut depression risk in half in fewer than 20 minutes a day
As I was looking through the latest research, wondering what I was going to share with you next, I came across an interesting bit of information. Apparently, depression is the second major risk [...]
How to beat breast cancer with spaghetti sauce
Men who want to dodge prostate cancer already know to fill up on lycopene-packed tomatoes. (Lycopene is the antioxidant-rich carotenoid that gives tomatoes their bright red color.) But new [...]
Could chocolate be the cure for childhood obesity?
By now, staying away from refined sugar and processed, packaged junk foods is a no-brainer for you. (At least, I hope it is.) But sometimes “good” and “bad” food choices [...]